**𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐄!** After losing her mother to cancer, Meredith packed her most prized belongings and her necessities, loaded up her service dog Max, and took off on a cross-country trip. And ended up settling in a small town in Tennessee. Chase - the local sheriff - is head over heels for her the moment their eyes meet. But Meredith is guarded. After a tragic night changed her life forever, left her with almost crippling anxiety, she doesn't trust easily. Yet, she can't say no to the sheriff. But is he enough to protect her when her past comes crashing back into her life - quite literally?

*The continuation to "A Subs Life" Caroline Specter seemingly has it all-a devoted husband, a loving son, and a picturesque home. Life couldn't be more perfect. Or so she thought. In a twist of fate, Caroline finds herself immersed in the depths of her husband's mind, unearthing a world brimming with secrets and hidden desires. Can she navigate this labyrinth of shadows, or will she crumble under the weight unraveling of truths? Brace yourself for a heart-racing journey that challenges the very foundation of trust and explores the boundaries of love, in a tale that will leave you questioning how well you truly know those closest to you. **SENSITIVE AND SEXUAL CONTENT**

Twenty years after the death of her Family, Aurora Aston, along with a police detective, pursues the mystery behind a series of murders that connect to both their past. Along the way they question if the death of the wealthiest family was just an accident or if it was the beginning *Story is still updating* *unedited parts*

Morgan Green used to be a normal teenage girl. She was popular, had good grades and a bright future ahead of her. She was always happy, complimenting others, putting a smile on her face that would light up the room. But it was all an act. When she got home, her schizophrenic mother would beat her senseless, and her dad wouldn't bat an eye. After a traumatic night, Morgan decided she had enough. After all, being a nice girl hasn't gotten her anywhere has it? She stopped going to school, constantly participated in street fights that ended up with her spending nights in jail cells over and over again. This went on for 3 years. She was spiraling out of control and was bound to get herself thrown in prison. Or worse. Killed. This was all until she met Asher Carson. Detective Asher Carson, to be exact. Includes ALOT of swearing and Mature themes for those who aren't comfortable with that. Contains emotional scenes and violence. You have been warned. Nov 2021 - Aug 2023

No one believes her, who would believe her when they have proof that it's her. But still, Natasha claim she's innocent feeling like she's being framed for a crime she didn't commit. She takes matters in her hands, knowing that someone out there is framing her she pulls herself away from everyone she knows and runs. Not trusting anyone she crosses paths with, not even the person who is trying to help her or protect her. Natasha Baez married to a successful Prosecutor has been accused of a crime that she claims that's she's innocent of. Being raised in Foster care, going through foster families like underwears. She had a hard time being attached to people, trusting them, and showing them her affection. Until she met her husband... Or so she thought. Detective Tucker Simmons lead Detective in a case he doesn't know how he will deal with doesn't understand how someone could do this but when all evidence shows that the main suspect is his best friends wife, a woman that he has admired in secret. What can he expect, but going ahead with the charges, especially when he stares into her pleading eyes wanting to believe she's innocent. But all evidence proved that she's done it. Only two people know the truth, but what happens when one of them is unable to defend their selves because of their absence. ***** Model that is use Instagram is itsjustalove, (She is beautiful, isn't she?) *Rankings* #74 Homicide #74/189 #163 Criminals #163/394 #522 Serial Killer #522/1.1K #566 Twist #566/1.1K

Chloe Manson is a successful interior designer. Never mind the fact that her mum keeps setting up blind dates with the wrong guys, her life is otherwise quite normal and peaceful. She has a steady job, good friends and a pretty grotty apartment. What more can she ask? That is, until a new sexy stranger takes over as the boss of the company where she works at. He's irritating, obnoxious and infuriating. So why does she keep stealing glimpses into his office? Ed Hardy is determined to prove to his father that he is capable of managing a business as well as his perfect brother whom he can never measure up to. Originally anticipating that the working hours would be long and boring, he didn't expect to meet a lovely woman whom he can't seem to take his eyes off. Calling her into his office on the pretext of giving her work, he can't seem to reach into her heart. He knows that in his eyes, he's a bad boy through and through. So why doesn't he seem to be able to forget her like the numerous other women before?

Loosing her mum in an accident and being drugged and pushed into a room in a club by her two stepsisters wasn't the only thing Stella Brooks suffered. She was chased out of her home after losing the first thing she thought she would give to her husband. Her father didn't want her neither did her stepsisters, stepmom and grandmother. Stella had to fend for herself before she eventually got pregnant with a girl child, her baby's father, unknown. Unfortunately, she didn't remember the man she slept with her that night so she took all the responsibility upon herself. Reagan Brighton, the big business lord that was feared by everyone had a calm and gentle mood whenever he was around children. He's a lover of children and he can do anything to protect them and keep them safe. He could have married different wealthy ladies and make lots of children but he didn't because he was in search of the girl he slept with one night. Meanwhile, Stella started working in one of his companies and they both became attracted to each other. Stella lived her life with hatred for the man who got her pregnant and never came back. While falling in love with her boss, they both discovered a secret, finding out that they had met each other in a club and they finally reunite after going through a series of misunderstanding, betrayal and hatred. Join Stella as she scales through the journey of love, hate and betrayal before finding herself in the embrace of a billionaire who could kill to have her to himself alone.

This story is now a sample due to it being published on Amazon, Smashwords, Googleplay and others. Things may not always be what they seem... Serenity thought she had it all when she married the sexiest man alive, Warren. He gave her everything she ever wanted and dreamed of having. They had money, the perfect house, the ideal marriage, and a sex life one could ever wish of having. Then, things began to change. Warren was always away from home, his appearance changed, and claimed it had to do with his job. With him being apart from her as much as he was, Serenity became frustrated, lonely, and depressed. And felt the one thing that could help her get through those long days away from him was to have a baby. Serenity thought, after explaining to Warren how she felt, things would change. They didn't. She brought up divorce, in which he refused to grant. Then the night of her birthday, the unimaginable happened. As she waited for Warren at her favorite restaurant, an officer came in, informing her Warren was in an accident and that she needed to go in to identify him. In her heart, she never believed he was dead. Serenity always felt she had a stalker, but after Warren's death, it got worse. Twists. Turns. Mystery. Lies, deceit and betrayal.... Cover designed by www.selfpubbookcovers.com/NOVAdesigns

In the heart of a fog-laden city, where secrets linger in the darkest corners, Elara Sinclair finds herself irresistibly drawn to Cole Thorne, a skilled mortician with a chilling reputation. Known for his meticulous care of the deceased, Cole's life is steeped in shadows, and his passion for his work borders on obsession. Elara, a spirited journalist eager to uncover the truth behind the city's eerie happenings, begins to unravel the layers of his dark world. As she delves deeper into her investigation of a series of unexplained deaths, Elara discovers that Cole's fixation on her runs far deeper than mere attraction. His intense gaze and haunting presence awaken a mix of fear and desire within her. Torn between her growing feelings and the unsettling nature of his profession, Elara must navigate the thin line between love and obsession. As their connection intensifies, she finds herself entangled in a web of secrets and psychological intrigue. Can she unearth the truth of Cole's past before it consumes her, or will she succumb to the dark allure of a man whose heart beats in rhythm with the shadows?

In a city cloaked in shadows, Kimberly, a skilled undercover agent, embarks on a high-stakes mission to infiltrate the world of Michael Romano, a charismatic billionaire and cartel kingpin. Her objective is clear to gain Michael's trust, gather crucial evidence against him, and bring him to justice all while protecting her daughter, Rose. However, as Kimberly delves deeper into Michael's alluring empire, she discovers a man who is both powerful and vulnerable. Each encounter reveals layers of his character that challenge her resolve, igniting feelings she never expected. Torn between her duty to the agency and her growing affection for Michael, Kimberly faces an agonizing choice to fulfill her mission or risk everything for a chance at love. As secrets unravel and danger closes in, she must navigate a treacherous world filled with betrayal and corruption. In "Beneath the Veil of Deceit" passion collides with peril, forcing Kimberly to confront the complexities of love and loyalty. Can she trust her heart, or will surrendering to her feelings lead to her undoing?

While falling in love with a drug kingpin, Tikera must prove she can survive in his dangerous world - and convince him their relationship is worth fighting for. ***** After dropping out of university and setting her sights on traveling to Europe, twenty-three-year-old Tikera Copeland is desperate for a job. So when she innocently applies for a gardening position and immediately gets hired, she's shocked to discover that her "real" job will be tending to a bunker full of thriving, (definitely) illegal weed plants. Intrigued by this world she knows nothing about, Tikera agrees to stay, but her growing feelings for "The Boss" -- the mysterious drug kingpin who owns and grows the plants -- quickly complicate things. He's falling for her too (and she knows it, even if he won't admit it), but breaking through his icy exterior won't be easy. And with thieves, vengeful hitmen, and rival kingpins threatening them at every turn, will they even survive long enough to find their happily ever after? [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]]

It's a story of a journalist Alisha, who gets caught in the midst of serial killings that rock their small beach side city. Her husband Darshan is a police officer, and as the pressure begins mounting to find the culprit, Alisha gets pulled in to find the perpetrator. Despite being in different professions, since their worlds clash with each other, Alisha and Darshan begin bringing their pressures and clashes home, causing their relationship to get strained. Alisha meets a new friend Millie who becomes her confidante. Does Millie help her out? Can Alisha find the serial killer? Will her relationship with Darshan suffer in the process?

After her Father is killed in a tragic accident, Eva Westfield is forced to take over a multi-million-dollar corporation she knows nothing about and the troubles that accompany it. After discovering the fact that her Father may have been murdered as part of an elaborate scheme within the business, Eva is propelled into a wild goose chase that leaves her fighting for her own life and the lives of the few real friends she has left. Will was hired as a security detail for a young woman who knew nothing about life outside of her cozy L.A. surroundings. He thought he was doing the right thing going back to work for the government and serving on Eva's security staff, but as time goes on, haunting memories from his past begin to resurface. He is forced to acknowledge the fact that he is starting to have feelings for a woman again, but the only problem is that she may be in love with someone else, someone with less of a dangerous past than his own. Can Eva overcome her grief in time to find the important message her Father hid for her? Will she finally find the love of her life deep in the rocky cliffs of Santorini, or will the sun set on her heart forever?

For years, Aubrey Evergreen. Wants to investigate who killed her parents. But years after, she believed that they were killed in a car accident. Now, she was left alone in her parents' mansion along with the butler that took care of her ever since they died. Now they both are in the mystery world that is full of mystery and supernatural. She believed her Butler could be her hero. Everything she wanted was in him. But she didn't know his darkest secrets that he hid all his life. The darkest secrets that could be answers to all of her investigations. What would happen? Would this turn out to be a good thing or end up a bad thing? ~~~~~~ Aubrey: You lied to me...you lied to me...! You....you were the one that...that- ???: I saved your life. I saved you from that accident! I saved you from bleeding to death and slowly, painfully dying, and all I get in return, is you saying how much you hate me?! I saved your life, and this is how you thank me? Screaming and yelling at me?! Aubrey: Shut up! Just shut up! She yelled, tears falling endlessly and gripping her hair and pacing back and forth. Crying out loudly. Not believing him. How? Why? Just why? ???: Oh dear Aubrey...my dear Lady.... He approached her with slow steps. She froze when she felt his breath on her nape and fingers tracing her arm. His lips inches away from her ear. ???: You owe me so much. You owe me....your soul. Now you have a choice, it's either you accept me, love me, choose to be with me forever, or you suffer a painful consequence. No one will be there to save you. I won't be there...to save you. She shivered at that word. She cried out helplessly. He smirked knowing damn well she needs him. Aubrey: I will never.... ???: You don't have a choice. Would this end up well? Or bad? Aubrey's life is on the line. What will happen? Would this end up well? Or would it end up...Hell?

Even a Diamond can be shattered... After the owner of a security company is murdered, his sharp-edged wife goes on the run. Forced to abandon everything she holds dear - her home, her friends, her job in special ops - she builds a new life for herself in England. As Ashlyn Hale, she meets Luke, a handsome local who makes her realise just how lonely she is. Yet, even in the sleepy village of Lower Foxford, the dark side of life dogs Diamond's trail when the unthinkable strikes. Forced out of hiding, she races against time to save those she cares about. But is it too little, too late? **WARNING** If you want sweetness and light and all things bright, Diamond's not the girl for you. She's got sass, she's got snark, and she's moody and dark, As she does what a girl's got to do. Thanks to my awesome readers for taking Pitch Black to #1 on the Mystery/Thriller Hotlist!

LIMITED TIME: Read this STEAMY Story and Earn FREE Bonus Coins From Dec 16- 22, read for at least 60 minutes and enter to win up to 120 Coins (5000 Winners) Lincoln Nash has it all - except someone to share it with. Content with his bachelor life, he sabotages his mother's matchmaking efforts until a mix-up with CEO Sienna Stone puts his company and future at risk of being destroyed. Standalone in the A Billionaire's Mistake series ****** Lincoln Nash, a twenty-eight-year-old billionaire, has the entire world at his fingertips, minus someone to share it with. Perfectly content in being a bachelor, finding a woman to spend his life with has been the last priority on his agenda. His mother, however, has an entirely different outlook on his future and has been adamant about finding him the perfect wife. To keep her off his back, Lincoln agrees to go on a date once every two weeks with a woman of her choosing. Lincoln is impeccable at purposely tanking every single one in order to maintain his bachelor lifestyle until he mistakes one of his mother's blind dates for a meeting with the youngest CEO of Stone Media Entertainment, Sienna Stone. She runs the largest marketing firm on the East Coast, and with Lincoln's company on the rocks, he knows she's his only shot at salvaging any chance at keeping the business his father worked so tirelessly to build. Pushing his pride aside, Lincoln attempts to get in Sienna's good graces after their awful first encounter, and through their banter and business deals, Lincoln comes to realize that maybe his future isn't as written in stone as he thought it was. Content warning: This story contains mature sexual content and themes of sexual assault, violence, and explicit language. *EDITOR'S CHOICE PICK DEC 2022, FEB, JUNE, AUGUST, & OCT 2023

✅ COMPLETE Kalel has lost both parent's in New York City's World Trade Center. His mother worked in building two and his father worked in the World Financial Center. At seventeen he claimed both of their dead body's from the NYC morgue. With his 18th birthday three weeks away Kalel not only has a double funeral's to plan but he is in the middle of a custody battle with the city of New York to maintain custody of his ten year old sister Amanda. Once Kalel goes to court he is told he must get and maintain gainful employment. How and where can an eighteen year old work paying enough to care for himself, his sister and pay off the last five year's left on the mortgage for the family home willed to he and his sister? One day while jogging in the park a woman offer's him a job as a janitor. When Kalel show's up for the position is he there for his cleaning skill, or his pipe game and what's in his Grey Sweat pant's? Will Kalel get caught in a racy life of sex, lies and deceit? Will he do what it takes to get his sister back? Grey sweat pant's is a story of a desperate boy who is quickly ushered into the world of being a grown ass man shaking what his mama gave him in those GRAY SWEAT PANT'S Grab ya glass this entanglement is guaranteed to take you on a sexy thriller ride! Also check out by Blk Qween https://www.wattpad.com/story/278623753?utm_source=android&utm_medium=link&utm_content=share_writing&wp_page=create&wp_uname=BlkQween&wp_originator=TM0iTT16y1VgsrSevbxFemqHaGUY0ft13YV4Msu/XU0qEtSGVDPRhdVsQV60bTwXwatYuXpxqoO7lEQ8eMlBpSxn10A2u9GzKcwJZq5tUb2IMKDPw4EMvoRrLBTeXYIU

A group of wealthy men are invited to an exclusive retreat at an isolated mansion, but when they arrive, their mysterious host is nowhere to be found. As the night unfolds, one of the guests is found dead, turning the gathering into a deadly game of survival. Charles, a sharp-minded businessman, quickly realizes that this is no random murder-the host has a personal vendetta against them. Soon, it becomes clear that each of the men is hiding secrets, and as paranoia rises, they must confront their pasts to understand why they were chosen for this sinister event. But the danger is closer than they think. As more bodies drop, Charles teams up with Victor, another guest, to unravel the web of deceit before they become the next victims. What began as a retreat to luxury quickly spirals into a psychological nightmare as they are hunted by someone who knows their darkest sins. In a race against time, they must uncover the truth behind their host's disappearance and the reason they are being targeted. But even as they escape the confines of the mansion, the shadow of their hunter follows them, threatening to strike at any moment. No one is innocent, and in the end, only one will survive the ultimate game of revenge ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Characters: 1. Charles Lambert 2. Victor Hawthorne 3. Kenneth Price 4. David Sinclair 5. Dalton Gray 6. Simon Shaw

'I still get goosebumps thinking about the ending' ******** When Song Kang, a celebrated actor from a powerful chaebol family, is blindsided by the shocking murder of his father, his glamorous world begins to unravel. Under the relentless gaze of the media, he leans on his wife, Victoria-the highest-paid model in the industry-who struggles to support him while facing her own demons. As they dig deeper into the shocking circumstances surrounding the murder, they uncover a tangled web of deceit that leads them to dark family secrets and hidden enemies. Trust becomes a dangerous game as the lead detective is his ex girlfriend causing tension in their relationship. Will their love get tested? Did his father deserve it? ********* Find out more by reading this fantastic book I've been obsessing over for days to write . Also try to figure out Who did it down the book. Good luck!

Someone believes she knows a secret; a secret worth killing over. A year ago, Nadine helped a woman escape an abusive husband or so she thought. Now, the husband and his mob associates want her back, even if that means killing Nadine. While Nadine is searching for answers, she gets a roommate and bodyguard. Zeke works for her and he's a former mercenary, just the kind of man Nadine needs protecting her. However, when Nadine's mother meets the tall, exotic bodyguard, she leaps to conclusions. Her daughter is living with a man, an attractive man, they must have eloped. To get answers, Nadine will have to turn to a man that has been trying to kill her for most of her life, only he has the connections to get the information she needs to stay alive. However, playing with bad guys is never a good idea and this time proves no different. Now, Nadine will have to fight the mob, the monster from her past, and her mother.