*̠C̠̠O̠̠M̠̠P̠̠L̠̠E̠̠T̠̠E̠̠D̠* Your place in this world is by the side of Alexandre, the elder of Napoleon's two living sons, born unfortunately out of wedlock. Alexandre's half-brother, Franz, is the legitimate heir to Napoleon's throne, but he's spent his entire life with his mother in Austria. Rumor has it the aging Emperor, well into his sixties, is thinking of claiming Alexandre and making him his heir, and there are some who are willing to go to any length to make sure that doesn't happen. Others would prefer to see the House of Bonaparte go the way of the House of Bourbon, and France made a republic again. Keeping Alexandre safe from the perils that beset him on every side is a full-time job - and as Alexandre's best friend and bodyguard, it's a job that falls to you. From dinner parties to nights at the opera to airship races over the English Channel, you occupy the place of trust at your friend's side - but in the face of mounting danger, you're forced to decide where your true loyalties lie - not only for yourself, but for the future of France.

Lieutenant Marlowe Hughes was meant to be convalescing at his family's country home after his return from the Spanish front when a chance encounter with the high-spirited Lady Arabella Balfrey left him reeling. Marlowe is immediately infatuated with Arabella, who is beautiful and captivating, and who also happens to be the wife of Marlowe's closest childhood friend. Arabella urges him to forget his pain by being consumed by the intense connection that has blossomed between them, but Marlowe also finds a further complication is the opinion of a certain Miss Katherine Jennings, the surprisingly charming beauty that his mother has decided he should wed. Will Marlowe risk his family's approval, his deepest friendship, and society's scorn for Arabella's fiery embrace? Or will he discover that there is something more powerful than lust after all? Lust, lies, drama, and love abound in this completed Regency-era tale.

"Stop this. It's disgusting." He hissed. The maid desperately tries to seduce her master, hoping to avoid being send to France with his cruel brother. Warning:- This book is fucked up. Twisted. Got mature content and trigger warning.

A high school senior who just moves to a new school has to deal with her feelings when she falls for the captain of the boys basketball team. Laurent Bourgeois, will her past get the best of her. Or will they become something more than just classmates??? Read and find out!!!

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Larry Sandoval was at his wit's end, miserable, unhappy, feeling like an animal trapped, living in a gilded cage, desperate to leave his troubled marriage when one night, quite by chance, after he finally gets the courage to leave his husband, he meets the man of his dreams in Laurent Bourgeois. Laurent is everything Larry's husband is not, and on the night they meet, he and Laurent connect in a way neither saw coming, shaking them both to their core. Initially, Laurent saw Larry and was captivated by him. He wanted him. But Larry was only supposed to be a one-night "encounter", just a means to scratch a sexual itch. Larry too was captivated the second he saw Laurent. But after their one-night encounter reluctantly ends, they say their goodbyes. Neither expected to see the other again. But fate had other plans, and with it a reunion just days later when they come face to face again, and in a most shocking way. To Laurent's surprise, Larry becomes an unexpected piece of a puzzle in his covert mission to uncover a corrupt UN Diplomat leading a clandestine double life. But for Larry, seeing Laurent again is a welcome answer to a prayer, his ticket to a life he'd only dreamed about. But will it be? Will Larry and Laurent get what they're both seeking? Will theirs be a happy...or tragic ending? Read ahead to find out, and follow their journey from start to finish. ❤️❤️ DISCLAIMER: Please be advised that, though tastefully done, this love story contains graphically depicted sex scenes and some profanity and therefore may not be suitable for readers under eighteen years of age, or those with an otherwise sensitive religious or spiritual nature who may be opposed to some aspects of this story.

1885 When her father dies, Rosalind Trevellian (19) is left destitute and homeless. Grief-stricken and apprehensive, Rosalind travels far west to the mansion of her distant cousin Sir Leopold Trevellian. A great scandal has rocked the family in the past, and when Rosalind discovers a dangerous secret, tragedy, death and ignominy will strike again.

Life's controversy is overcome by understanding and conquered by love. Two couples. First, there is Lord Bennett Caldwell, Earl of Kendal. He knows of the marital contract he would one day honor. His father raised him to cherish the young girl. Yet, with her young age of only sixteen, he is prepared to wait longer. However, even though Vivian Brighton learned to love the boy, she knows nothing of the contract to marry him. Discover the controversies when she discovers this and the surprising love match between her brother and Bennett's sister. These two couples are opposites. Ben is romantic, kind, considerate, and very patient. Vivian is highly intelligent and that makes her wiser than her age. Charlotte is outspoken, a little wild, and raised with specific ideas. Radley is a Viscount, rich, and has supreme confidence. He is also a strategist, which helps him stay ahead of Charlotte. If you love romance in the purest form, you will enjoy this read. ______ This is PG-15 due to sexual discussions and suggestions.

John Osborne has a promising career with the War Office and lacks for nothing. Except, possibly, a wife. Unfortunately, the woman he wants only has eyes for someone else. When a shared friend offers to help him win his love's heart--if only he will assist her on a case--he reluctantly agrees. He can put up with their grating presence if it affords him the chance of the happily ever after he so desperately craves. Lady Mary Kinson is happily counting down the days until she will officially be considered 'on the shelf'. Spinsterhood is looking rather appealing when getting married means giving up everything and trusting your husband to care for you. She'd rather use her dowry for a quiet life on her own. Until her younger sister does the unthinkable and Mary has to enlist the help of a friend to save her family from ruin.

A tale involving lovers, Larry and Laurent Bourgeois, that will hopefully take my readers on a journey of lust, passion, suspense and thrills! Enjoy! ❤️