en-US Tue, 01 Apr 2025 15:33:35 -0700 60 144 41 /images/layout/goodreads_logo_144.jpg 214331246 When you¡¯ve been set up to lose everything you love, what is there left to fight for?

As the day dawns on the fiftieth annual Hunger Games, fear grips the districts of Panem. This year, in honor of the Quarter Quell, twice as many tributes will be taken from their homes.

Back in District 12, Haymitch Abernathy is trying not to think too hard about his chances. All he cares about is making it through the day and being with the girl he loves.

When Haymitch¡¯s name is called, he can feel all his dreams break. He¡¯s torn from his family and his love, shuttled to the Capitol with the three other District 12 tributes: a young friend who¡¯s nearly a sister to him, a compulsive oddsmaker, and the most stuck-up girl in town. As the Games begin, Haymitch understands he¡¯s been set up to fail. But there¡¯s something in him that wants to fight . . . and have that fight reverberate far beyond the deadly arena.]]> 382 Suzanne Collins 1546171460 Elle 0 to-read 4.66 2025
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]]> 169690624 Perfect for fans of Lynn Painter and Jenny Han, this romantic comedy follows a hopeless romantic finishing college who agrees to embark on a fake relationship with her childhood best friend, who, unfortunately for her, also happens to be her first love.

Daniella Daisy Maria wanted love. It¡¯s all she hoped for when watching endless rom-coms every Friday night. What she hadn't hoped for was to find it in her childhood best friend Levi. It was the hand-trembling, heart-thumping kind of love that wasn't supposed to happen when you saw your best friend. But it all ended when he didn¡¯t feel the same way and she vowed to never see him again.

Four years later and one night in a crowded bar in the West Village, there he was, just as perfect as ever. Maybe it was the lighting or the way his hair curled above his brow, but she couldn¡¯t say no when he asked her to be his fake girlfriend for his sister¡¯s wedding. Another chance at being his friend and mending her immature mistake? How was she supposed to say no?

The weight of possible rejection from her dream grad school quickly became the least of her problems. With old, resurfacing feelings at every staged, romantic interaction and stolen glance, she struggles to find confidence. She couldn't help but think that maybe she should¡¯ve said no to protect her heart for a second time.]]> 327 Liana Cincotti Elle 0 to-read 4.03 2023
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]]> 61326735
Honestly, it¡¯s a pretty sweet gig¡ªuntil her carefully constructed Elsie-verse comes crashing down. Because Jack Smith, the annoyingly attractive and broody older brother of her favorite client, turns out to be the cold-hearted experimental physicist who ruined her mentor¡¯s career and undermined the reputation of theorists everywhere. And that same Jack who now sits on the hiring committee at MIT, right between Elsie and her dream job.

Elsie is prepared for an all-out war of scholarly sabotage but¡­those long, penetrating looks? Not having to be anything other than her true self when she¡¯s with him? Will falling into an experimentalist¡¯s orbit finally tempt her to put her most guarded theories on love into practice?]]> 389 Ali Hazelwood 1408725797 Elle 0 currently-reading 4.07 2023
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]]> 1885 Pride and Prejudice has remained one of the most popular novels in the English language. Jane Austen called this brilliant work "her own darling child" and its vivacious heroine, Elizabeth Bennet, "as delightful a creature as ever appeared in print." The romantic clash between the opinionated Elizabeth and her proud beau, Mr. Darcy, is a splendid performance of civilized sparring. And Jane Austen's radiant wit sparkles as her characters dance a delicate quadrille of flirtation and intrigue, making this book the most superb comedy of manners of Regency England.

Alternate cover edition of ISBN 9780679783268]]> 279 Jane Austen 1441341706 Elle 0 currently-reading 4.28 1813
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]]> 60040033
He¡¯s arrogant, self-centered, and the man doesn¡¯t seem to know what a filter is, let alone how to use one. He¡¯s had everything served to him on a silver platter, including endless strings of women, and apparently, I¡¯m up next.

His only problem? I have no intention of falling for his shi¡ªum, charm.

I have the solution to all my sexual frustrations in a drawer at home, and it¡¯s far less complicated than Carter Beckett. Sure, he may be pretty, but he¡¯s also a walking, talking reminder for you to wrap it before you tap it.

But then I start letting my guard down, and he starts showing me pieces of himself I had no intention of seeing. The bricks surrounding me may be tumbling down one by one, but I¡¯m not sold yet, which means for the first time in his life, Carter¡¯s the one begging.

For my time, my trust, for a single chance.
For me to just¡­consider him.]]> 462 Becka Mack Elle 0 dnf 3.83 2022
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]]> 54319549 A Betrayal¡­

Everything Poppy has ever believed in is a lie, including the man she was falling in love with. Thrust among those who see her as a symbol of a monstrous kingdom, she barely knows who she is without the veil of the Maiden. But what she does know is that nothing is as dangerous to her as him. The Dark One. The Prince of Atlantia. He wants her to fight him, and that¡¯s one order she¡¯s more than happy to obey. He may have taken her, but he will never have her.

A Choice...

Casteel Da¡¯Neer is known by many names and many faces. His lies are as seductive as his touch. His truths as sensual as his bite. Poppy knows better than to trust him. He needs her alive, healthy, and whole to achieve his goals. But he¡¯s the only way for her to get what she wants¡ªto find her brother Ian and see for herself if he has become a soulless Ascended. Working with Casteel instead of against him presents its own risks. He still tempts her with every breath, offering up all she¡¯s ever wanted. Casteel has plans for her. Ones that could expose her to unimaginable pleasure and unfathomable pain. Plans that will force her to look beyond everything she thought she knew about herself¡ªabout him. Plans that could bind their lives together in unexpected ways that neither kingdom is prepared for. And she¡¯s far too reckless, too hungry, to resist the temptation.

A Secret¡­

But unrest has grown in Atlantia as they await the return of their Prince. Whispers of war have become stronger, and Poppy is at the very heart of it all. The King wants to use her to send a message. The Descenters want her dead. The wolven are growing more unpredictable. And as her abilities to feel pain and emotion begin to grow and strengthen, the Atlantians start to fear her. Dark secrets are at play, ones steeped in the blood-drenched sins of two kingdoms that would do anything to keep the truth hidden. But when the earth begins to shake, and the skies start to bleed, it may already be too late.]]> 637 Jennifer L. Armentrout 1952457106 Elle 5 Reread:??????????]]> 4.32 2020
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]]> 57282383
However, Sera¡¯s real destiny is the most closely guarded secret in all of Lasania¡ªshe¡¯s not the well protected Maiden but an assassin with one mission¡ªone target. Make the Primal of Death fall in love, become his weakness, and then¡­end him. If she fails, she dooms her kingdom to a slow demise at the hands of the Rot.?

Sera has always known what she is. Chosen. Consort. Assassin. Weapon. A specter never fully formed yet drenched in blood. A monster. Until?him.?Until the Primal of Death¡¯s unexpected words and deeds chase away the darkness gathering inside her. And his seductive touch ignites a passion she¡¯s never allowed herself to feel and cannot feel for him. But Sera has never had a choice. Either way, her life is forfeit¡ªit always has been, as she has been forever touched by Life and Death.]]> 647 Jennifer L. Armentrout Elle 0 to-read 4.43 2021
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]]> 220652190 Forbidden romance, mysterious prophecies, and the battle to save the fae realm come to a captivating conclusion in the #1 New York Times bestselling saga begun with Abriella in the These Hollow Vows duology and continued with Jas and Felicity in?Beneath These Cursed Stars.

Princess Jasalyn has eleven days to live.

Jasalyn is facing the repercussions of a deadly bargain. Her life, and the future of the shadow court, are forfeit on her birthday unless she can stop the evil fae king Mordeus. She needs to face her greatest fears and find him before she runs out of time, but even after everything, Kendrick won¡¯t let her face this alone.

Shape-shifter Felicity has vanished.

Felicity disappeared from King Misha¡¯s dungeons, and her friends have been searching for her to no avail. But even if she¡¯s found, Felicity will never be able to escape the oracle¡¯s tragic prophecy for her and her family. In her lonely battle with fate, Misha is the last person she can ask to stand by her side, but the first one she¡¯ll need.


]]> 464 Lexi Ryan 006331195X Elle 0 to-read 4.04
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]]> 195790629
Starting over sucks.

When we moved to West Virginia right before my senior year, I'd pretty much resigned myself to thick accents, dodgy internet access, and a whole lot of boring...until I spotted my hot neighbor, with his looming height and eerie green eyes. Things were looking up.

And then he opened his mouth.

Daemon is infuriating. Arrogant. Stab-worthy. We do not get along. At all. But when a stranger attacks me and Daemon literally freezes time with a wave of his hand, well, something...unexpected happens.

The hot alien living next door marks me.

You heard me. Alien. Turns out Daemon and his sister have a galaxy of enemies wanting to steal their abilities, and Daemon's touch has me lit up like the Vegas Strip. The only way I'm getting out of this alive is by sticking close to Daemon until my alien mojo fades.

If I don't kill him first, that is.

Read the entire bestselling series!
#1: Obsidian (from Katy's point of view)
#2: Onyx (from Katy's point of view)
#3: Opal (from Katy's point of view)
#4: Origin
#5: Opposition
Oblivion (Books 1-3 from Daemon's point of view) CAN BE READ FIRST OR AFTER KATY'S POV!
Shadows (Dawson's story)]]> 416 Jennifer L. Armentrout 1649376111 Elle 0 to-read 3.98 2011
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]]> 133938826 should feel successful¡ªbut all she feels is drained. Haunted by an abandoned dream, she takes a leap of faith and leaves her old life behind. Quitting her job and divorcing her husband, Yeongju moves to a quiet residential neighborhood outside the city and opens the Hyunam-dong Bookshop.

The transition isn¡¯t easy. For months, all Yeongju can do is cry. But as the long hours in the shop stretch on, she begins to reflect on what makes a good bookseller and a meaningful store. She throws herself into reading voraciously, hosting author events, and crafting her own philosophy on bookselling. Gradually, Yeongju finds her footing in her new surroundings.

Surrounded by friends, writers, and the books that bind them, Yeongju begins to write a new chapter in her life. The Hyunam-dong Bookshop evolves into a warm, welcoming haven for lost souls¡ªa place to rest, heal, and remember that it¡¯s never too late to scrap the plot and start over.]]> 307 Hwang Bo-Reum Elle 0 currently-reading 3.94 2022
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]]> 217047398 Wilted Navigating Motherhood with Mother-wound

Wilted Flowers is more than a book of poetry; it is a companion for those on a healing journey. The poems navigate the complexities of motherhood with a mother-wound, exploring themes of pain, resilience, and hope. Each poem serves as a reminder that while the past may have left us wilted, we have the power to nurture ourselves back to wholeness.

"Wait till you have kids
that behave just like you.

But I did.
I did have kids that are just like me.

And I realized
how easy it was to love me.

How easy it was to be kind,
to not belittle and humiliate.

I have kids that are just like me,
but they will never feel my heartbreak."

This excerpt from the book encapsulates the heart of Wilted Flowers, highlighting a mother¡¯s determination to protect her children from the pain she endured, ensuring they never feel the same heartbreak.]]> 168 Divi Maggo Elle 0 to-read 4.18
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]]> 35504431
Aza Holmes never intended to pursue the disappearance of fugitive billionaire Russell Pickett, but there¡¯s a hundred-thousand-dollar reward at stake and her Best and Most Fearless Friend, Daisy, is eager to investigate. So together, they navigate the short distance and broad divides that separate them from Pickett¡¯s son Davis.

Aza is trying. She is trying to be a good daughter, a good friend, a good student, and maybe even a good detective, while also living within the ever-tightening spiral of her own thoughts.]]> 290 John Green 0525555366 Elle 0 to-read 3.88 2017
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]]> 35068705
When Rin aced the Keju¡ªthe Empire-wide test to find the most talented youth to learn at the Academies¡ªit was a shock to everyone: to the test officials, who couldn¡¯t believe a war orphan from Rooster Province could pass without cheating; to Rin¡¯s guardians, who believed they¡¯d finally be able to marry her off and further their criminal enterprise; and to Rin herself, who realized she was finally free of the servitude and despair that had made up her daily existence. That she got into Sinegard¡ªthe most elite military school in Nikan¡ªwas even more surprising.

But surprises aren¡¯t always good.

Because being a dark-skinned peasant girl from the south is not an easy thing at Sinegard. Targeted from the outset by rival classmates for her color, poverty, and gender, Rin discovers she possesses a lethal, unearthly power¡ªan aptitude for the nearly-mythical art of shamanism. Exploring the depths of her gift with the help of a seemingly insane teacher and psychoactive substances, Rin learns that gods long thought dead are very much alive¡ªand that mastering control over those powers could mean more than just surviving school.

For while the Nikara Empire is at peace, the Federation of Mugen still lurks across a narrow sea. The militarily advanced Federation occupied Nikan for decades after the First Poppy War, and only barely lost the continent in the Second. And while most of the people are complacent to go about their lives, a few are aware that a Third Poppy War is just a spark away . . .

Rin¡¯s shamanic powers may be the only way to save her people. But as she finds out more about the god that has chosen her, the vengeful Phoenix, she fears that winning the war may cost her humanity . . . and that it may already be too late.]]> 545 R.F. Kuang 0062662597 Elle 0 currently-reading 4.16 2018
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]]> 217960909 Refreshing and unique Romantasy! In the world of Elementia the four elements of Water, Earth, Air and Fire provide life and balance to all who live there. Dive in and join Naya, a water elemental, on her journey as she searches for love and meaning to her life. Determined to control her own fate and reach for her dreams in spite of the restrictions placed upon her kind.

When she meets Cal, her fate is irrevocably changed and a new destiny awaits her; if she dares to take a chance. After making her rebellious gambit, the question remains. . . . will her choice upset the balance of Elementia, or will she bring more life and unity to them all?

¡°To answer your question, yes, let¡¯s seal our deal in the nymph way. Let¡¯s seal it with a kiss.¡± ~ Naya

¡°The kiss was sweet, intoxicating, and terrifying all at the same time, for he was under water and couldn¡¯t breathe.¡± ~ Cal

If you love romance, elemental magic and magical creatures then this book is for you!

What readers are

"Refreshing and unique romantasy read!" ~ D.

"The story captivates from the very beginning, sparking curiosity and the desire to explore Elementia." ~ Eirediam (GoodReads)

"An immersive world building and sensual experience that will make you turn one page after the other. Prepare yourself to meet new friends, to see how deeply love can go through fearful challenges and to discover new secrets about a foreign world. It was worth more than sleep! ~ Ana Maria (GoodReads)

"This man (Cal) is so sweet he makes my teeth ache." ~ That Romance Guy (Amazon review)

"Such a beautifully written story, I consumed this book and couldn't put it down. Twists and turns kept me mesmerized. The romance journey was utterly thrilling to watch unfold." ~ Catherine (GoodReads)



Forbidden LoveFound FamilyCinnamon Roll MMC Magical dragons & more!Elemental MagicGods and GoddessesMagical TrialsBargainsStand each book is a new couple]]> 544 Sarah Adina Elle 0 to-read 4.60
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]]> 61181329
????? ???? ?? ????.

??????????? ???? ?? ?????.

I work in the darkness that is Black Creek.?If there¡¯s a secret to uncover, a package to deliver, or a story to be told, I¡¯m your girl. I'll do whatever it takes to provide for my little brother.

Once upon a time, The Feral Beasts ruled Black Creek with an iron fist, but they¡¯re long gone now. The Antonelli family stepped in, only caring about their family and their money.?I¡¯ve heard the whispers¡­ The Reaper Rejects are growing and they want control of Black Creek. But this town isn¡¯t big enough for the both of them.??When the leaders of the Rejects ask for my help, I¡¯m reluctant. Trouble follows gang life. I shouldn¡¯t want to get involved, but Oliver knows just how to tempt me, and the pain in Cain¡¯s eyes calls to my need for vengeance.

? ??? ?? ?????? ??? ???? ???? ??? ????? ???? ???? ??????]]> 318 R.A. Smyth Elle 0 to-read 4.09
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]]> 228256271 A Human hybrid and an Alpha Were claw against the bonds of fate in the highly anticipated companion novel to the New York Times bestselling Bride.

Serena Paris is orphaned, pack-less, and one of a kind. Coming forward as the first Human-Were hybrid was supposed to heal a centuries-long rift between species. Instead, it made her a target, prey to the ruthless political machinations between Weres, Vampyres, and Humans. With her enemies closing in on her, she has only one option left¡ªif he¡¯ll have her.

As Alpha of the Northwest pack, Koen Alexander commands obedience. His authority is so absolute, only a fool would threaten his mate. It doesn¡¯t matter if Serena doesn¡¯t reciprocate his feelings, nothing will stop him from keeping her safe.

But power-hungry Vampyres and Weres are not the only threats chasing Serena. Sooner or later, her past is bound to catch up with her¡ªand Koen might be the only thing standing between her and total annihilation¡­]]> 432 Ali Hazelwood 0593955013 Elle 0 to-read 4.39 2025
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]]> 198557034
You'd think being in charge of love would be an epic job, right?

Wrong.

Sure, I¡¯m a cupid, so I can blow Lust into people's faces and watch the show, but I can't actually participate. It gets old, trust me. Same goes for love. I can pass it out like sugar-free lollipops at a dentist's office, but I can't get any for myself.

I'm stuck in this never-ending afterlife where I'm invisible, lonely, and bitter. And yeah, I'm probably responsible for some terrible matchmaking out there. But can you blame a girl?

Apparently, my cupid bosses can, because I get exiled to the fae world. And while I¡¯m here, I accidentally attack a fae prince with Love Arrows. But hey, he deserved it.

What I didn't expect was for him to retaliate and that I¡¯d be pushed into the physical realm.

That's right. This cupid just got a real body. And you know what that means. Now, it's my turn to get some.

Love, I mean. Wink, wink.

Author's This is a slow-burn why choose fae-fantasy romcom, where the FMC will end up with multiple mates. It includes explicit language and sexual situations. Intended for audiences 18 years and older. This series is complete.]]> 178 Raven Kennedy Elle 0 to-read 3.90 2018
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average rating: 3.90
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]]> 53968496
When the Rebel Queen is captured, Kiva is charged with keeping the terminally ill woman alive long enough for her to undergo the Trial by Ordeal: a series of elemental challenges against the torments of air, fire, water, and earth, assigned to only the most dangerous of criminals.

Then a coded message from Kiva¡¯s family arrives, containing a single order: ¡°Don¡¯t let her die. We are coming.¡± Aware that the Trials will kill the sickly queen, Kiva risks her own life to volunteer in her place. If she succeeds, both she and the queen will be granted their freedom.

But no one has ever survived.

With an incurable plague sweeping Zalindov, a mysterious new inmate fighting for Kiva¡¯s heart, and a prison rebellion brewing, Kiva can¡¯t escape the terrible feeling that her trials have only just begun.

From bestselling author Lynette Noni comes a dark, thrilling YA fantasy perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, and Sabaa Tahir.]]> 416 Lynette Noni 0358434556 Elle 0 to-read 4.15 2021
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]]> 216602917 A shield maiden fights to break the shackles of prophecy¡ªand to overcome the betrayal of the man who broke her heart¡ªin this searing conclusion to the Norse-inspired fantasy romance duology that began with the bestselling A Fate Inked in Blood.

The secret of her divine heritage revealed, Freya finds herself on a path that will see thousands of lives lost to the magic in her blood. Desperate to avoid this dark fate, she risks an alliance with Skaland¡¯s greatest enemy to seek answers from the seer who foretold her future¡ªthe same seer who sent Bjorn to kill her.

While Freya still seethes with rage over Bjorn¡¯s betrayal, the blood oaths that bind her demand that she keep him close as she hunts for a way to avert the looming war. Her magic draws her to the front lines of an old enmity, embroiling her with Nordeland¡¯s Unfated¡ªchildren of the gods who serve the king she was raised to fear. The same king who, unlike Bjorn, is now willing to fight at her back. For despite the desire that burns hot between Bjorn and Freya, his growing distrust of her chosen path threatens to drag them further apart.

As war approaches, gods and mortals must choose their weapons. Yet the fiercest battle will be the one Freya wages within herself. With the magic of two goddesses burning in her veins, she must weave the threads of destiny to decide her own fate: Will she be the shield that protects her people or the curse that destroys them?]]> 416 Danielle L. Jensen 0593599861 Elle 0 to-read 4.34 2025
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]]> 75384035 They stole his crown, so he stole their daughter¡­

For years Erik, the scarred king of the Ever Kingdom, has thought of nothing but vengeance against the man who killed his father and trapped him beneath the waves, making him a prisoner in his own realm.

Until his enemy¡¯s daughter unintentionally breaks the chains on the Ever, and Erik makes her the unwitting pawn in his vicious game of revenge.

She¡¯s innocent. He¡¯s vicious. But he will take back what he lost, no matter the price.

Unless she steals his heart first.

Welcome to the passionate world of the Ever Kingdom where pirates, sirens, and fae collide with Vikings in a dark fantasy romance between a villain and the innocent princess who holds his heart.

*Please note: This series is set in the same world as the bestselling Broken Kingdoms series, but can be read independently, and readers are encouraged to read the list of triggers inside*]]> 408 L.J. Andrews Elle 0 to-read 4.15 2023
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]]> 218625593 She¡¯s resigned to being single.
They¡¯re on a mission to change her mind.

Ivy Noelle Winter is content with being a 31-year-old unbonded omega with no prospects of a pack. She adores teaching fifth grade, she has wonderful friends ¡ª and that baking show marathon isn¡¯t going to watch itself.

Until a snowstorm and power outage traps Ivy in her classroom after hours¡­with three men.

Rome, the new alpha music teacher.

James, the flirtatious beta vet he¡¯s bonded to.

And Logan, the town¡¯s grumpy alpha electrician.

Their scents call to Ivy and her body answers, setting off her first-ever mini heat. When the pheromones settle, she gets a proposition beyond her wildest dreams ¡ª a chance to be a pack.

But there¡¯s no such thing as a perfect courtship, especially when the biggest roadblock to happiness might be Ivy herself.

A Pack for Winter is a standalone MMFM why choose small town romance. It is part of the Cozyverse shared universe, bringing you cozy omegaverse full of heart, heat and humor.]]> 334 Eliana Lee 0645971669 Elle 2 4.07 2024
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name: Elle
average rating: 4.07
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I did not love it as much as her other series, it felt different not really sure why or how to describe it.
]]> 213673462
I'm just a girl. And it turns out, I'm Hercules.

I'm struggling to survive in a Titan infested world where Spartans, immortals from twelve royal families who have god-like powers and obscene wealth, rule over all. A shy-stammering foster child with nothing, I keep my head down, cover my scars, and focus on excelling in school. At least, I try to. Then it happens.

My blood test reveals I'm part of the powerful elite. I'm one of them. A Spartan.

Forced to attend the Spartan War Academy, I undergo the most harrowing test of all time to see if I have what it takes to be an immortal. There's just a few problems. Achilles and Patro are my scary mentors. Kharon, the ferryman of death, and Augustus, the son of war, are my terrifying professors. Also, I'm pretty sure either someone's stalking me everywhere I go, or my sanity's slipping¨C¨CI have a bad feeling both are true.

I'm surrounded by Villains and they're smothering me with their hate, obsession, and dark possessiveness. Too bad for them, they have no clue just who they're messing with.




]]> 498 Jasmine Mas Elle 0 dnf 4.39 2024
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Two weeks later, her sister disappeared, leaving nothing but a trail of blood in her wake.

Convinced the gods were responsible for the disappearance, Karys has spent the past five years plotting her revenge with the help of a cutthroat band of likeminded elven rebels. So when Dravyn¡ªone of her world¡¯s most powerful deities¡ªdescends upon her kingdom in search of humans worthy of serving him, Karys knows what she must do. Earning a place at the god¡¯s side will allow her to find out what truly happened to her sister¡­and then destroy the gods from the inside out for what they did.

Thrown into the dazzling but deadly world of the divine courts, she must navigate complicated politics, strange magic, and dangerous trials to prove herself worthy of standing among the gods.

Among the most dangerous of these trials is Dravyn himself.

Karys knows better than to trust the enigmatic God of Fire. The flames of passion that stir between them are only divine trickery. And yet, the more she learns about him, the hotter the forbidden sparks burn. The more she begins to question all she thought she knew about the world of gods and mortals and everything in-between.

And the more she risks betraying her own secrets, which may be the most dangerous thing of all.

This is a romantic epic fantasy with some adult language and spicy content. Though it¡¯s set in the same universe as the Shadows and Crowns series¡ªin the distant past¡ªit can be read and completely enjoyed without reading any previous books in this world. Book two will end with a HEA, but beware the cliffhanger at the end of this first book!]]> 662 S.M. Gaither Elle 0 to-read 3.89 2023
author: S.M. Gaither
name: Elle
average rating: 3.89
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I want someone with a soul as black as night. Someone who would burn the world down for me and not lose a single minute of sleep over it.

Trauma nurse Aly Cappellucci doesn¡¯t need any more kinks. She likes the one she¡¯s landed on just fine. To her, nothing could top the masked men she follows online. Unless one of those men was shirtless, heavily tattooed, and waiting for her in her bedroom. She dreams about being hunted by one in particular, of him chasing her down and doing deliciously dark things to her willing body. She never could have guessed that by sending one drunken text, those dreams would become her new reality.

I want things most people »å´Ç²Ô¡¯³Ù, craving darkness and depravity instead of light and love.

Josh Hammond has spent his life avoiding the limelight, but his online persona is another story. At night, he posts masked thirst traps for his millions of fans to drool over, but one follower has caught his eye: Aly. After reading a comment begging him to break into her house wearing a mask, he decides to take her up on her offer.

Together, Aly and Josh live out their darkest fantasies, unaware that Aly has captured the attention of someone else. Someone with far more sinister intentions than a little light stalking. As Josh turns from predator to protector and the stakes heighten, he must ask himself how far he¡¯s willing to go for the woman he¡¯s obsessed with.]]> 416 Navessa Allen 1638932239 Elle 4 Don't ask 4.22 2024
author: Navessa Allen
name: Elle
average rating: 4.22
book published: 2024
rating: 4
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Sixteen-year-old dock boy Will is on the run, pursued by the men who killed his mother. When an old servant tells him of his destiny to fight beside the Stewards, Will is ushered into a world of magic, where he must train to play a vital role in the oncoming battle against the Dark.

As London is threatened by the Dark King¡¯s return, the reborn heroes and villains of a long-forgotten war begin to draw battle lines. But as the young descendants of Light and Dark step into their destined roles, old allegiances, old enmities and old flames are awakened. Will must stand with the last heroes of the Light to prevent the fate that destroyed their world from returning to destroy his own.]]> 464 C.S. Pacat 0062946161 Elle 0 to-read 4.16 2021
author: C.S. Pacat
name: Elle
average rating: 4.16
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]]> 216968630 She needed a heart to break her humanity, but he needed her to awaken his.

Deep within the sea, Siren Princess Talia must perform a ritual - consuming the heart of a human who loves her - to gain her siren power and her throne. She will risk everything to earn what is rightfully hers, even if it means being completely vulnerable.

Captain 'Black-Eyes' Kipp, cursed centuries ago, has a growing darkness threatening to consume his soul. He has easily claimed everything he ever wanted, but nothing fills the void created by this ancient curse. Now, he needs to capture a siren to break the curse before he's lost to it forever.

Forced together on an epic quest through sea monsters and the wrath of Poseidon himself, Talia and Kipp must decide whether to surrender to the all-consuming power they crave or make a heart-wrenching sacrifice. Only one thing is certain - to defeat the darkness, one of them will have to take the ultimate plunge.

Will she be able to break the curse and save Kipp? Or will they both succumb to the darkness inside them?

This isn't the Little Mermaid you remember, but a darker, twisted version full of heat and uncontrollable lust...Cursed by a Siren¡¯s Kiss is book 2 in the Once Upon a Curse series. A unique collection of retellings that go beyond just the fairytale. This is a dark romantasy fairytale retelling with monsters, Greek gods, curses, sirens, and pirates!! There is a ton of steam with multiple open-door scenes. This will not be your Disney sweet fairytale.

For fans of To Kill A Kingdom, Pirates of the Caribbean, the Little Mermaid, Ever King and Sea Witch.]]> 338 Riley Hunt Elle 0 to-read 4.18
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The day I meet him, the ruthless mercenary leaves me for dead.

Just hours after humans are born, the gods take what little power we have. In return, they protect our borders from the vicious, merciless fae.

The humans who manage to keep their power are known as the corrupt.
And they are burned.

When my forbidden power is discovered, I¡¯m forced to flee my tiny village and the life I adore.

To survive, I make a desperate bargain with the mercenary who abandoned me at my weakest.

Our deal is simple: I¡¯ll help him and his mysterious friends sneak into the city. And he¡¯ll help me learn to wield the strange, dark power I¡¯ve always kept hidden. The power that may just be the key to my survival.

But the ruthless mercenary is hiding secrets of his own. Secrets that threaten the safety of everyone I love. Secrets that could tear this kingdom¡ªand perhaps even this world¡ªapart.

Please note: A Court This Cruel and Lovely is an NA/adult romantasy book with steam. While this series is slow burn, the chili pepper rating will increase for each book.]]> 562 Stacia Stark Elle 0 to-read 4.09 2023
author: Stacia Stark
name: Elle
average rating: 4.09
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]]> 55987278 How far would you go for happily ever after?

For as long as she can remember, Evangeline Fox has believed in true love and happy endings... until she learns that the love of her life will marry another.

Desperate to stop the wedding and to heal her wounded heart, Evangeline strikes a deal with the charismatic but wicked Prince of Hearts. In exchange for his help, he asks for three kisses, to be given at the time and place of his choosing.

But after Evangeline¡¯s first promised kiss, she learns that bargaining with an immortal is a dangerous game¡ªand that the Prince of Hearts wants far more from her than she¡¯d pledged. He has plans for Evangeline, plans that will either end in the greatest happily ever after or the most exquisite tragedy...]]> 408 Stephanie Garber 1250268397 Elle 0 dnf 4.06 2021
author: Stephanie Garber
name: Elle
average rating: 4.06
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]]> 65214365
Long ago, the world was destroyed by gods. Only nine cities were spared. Separated by vast wilderness teeming with monsters and unimaginable dangers, each city is now ruled by a guardian¨Droyalty who feed on mortal pleasure.

Born with an intuition that never fails, Calista knows her talents are of great value to the power-hungry of the world, so she lives hidden as a courtesan of the Baron of Archwood. In exchange for his protection, she grants him information.

When her intuition leads her to save a traveling prince in dire trouble, the voice inside her blazes with warning¨Dand promise. Today he¡¯ll bring her joy. One day he'll be her doom.

When the Baron takes an interest in the traveling prince and the prince takes an interest in Calista, she becomes the prince¡¯s temporary companion. But the city simmers with rebellion, and with knights and monsters at her city gates and a hungry prince in her bed, intuition may not be enough to keep her safe.

Calista must follow her intuition to safety or follow her heart to her downfall.]]> 416 Jennifer L. Armentrout 1250750199 Elle 4 3.94 2023
author: Jennifer L. Armentrout
name: Elle
average rating: 3.94
book published: 2023
rating: 4
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]]> 30780006
¡°Wise advice on how to reflect and slow down.¡± ¡ª Elle

Is it the world that¡¯s busy, or is it my mind?

The world moves fast, but that doesn¡¯t mean we have to. This bestselling mindfulness guide by Haemin Sunim (which means ¡°spontaneous wisdom¡±), a renowned Buddhist meditation teacher born in Korea and educated in the United States, illuminates a path to inner peace and balance amid the overwhelming demands of everyday life.

By offering guideposts to well-being and happiness in eight areas¡ªincluding relationships, love, and spirituality¡ªHaemin Sunim emphasizes the importance of forging a deeper connection with others and being compassionate and forgiving toward ourselves. The more than twenty full-color illustrations that accompany his teachings serve as calming visual interludes, encouraging us to notice that when you slow down, the world slows down with you.]]> 288 Haemin Sunim 0143130773 Elle 0 to-read 4.06 2012
author: Haemin Sunim
name: Elle
average rating: 4.06
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]]> 200338241
Shane just moved into her apartment building and seems dedicated to sleeping his way through her entire cheerleading squad. Sure, he¡¯s a tall, gorgeous hockey player, but he¡¯s messing with her turf. This calls for some ground rules: no parties in her apartment, leave her teammates alone, and¡ªmost importantly¡ªleave her alone.

What Diana doesn¡¯t realize is that Shane¡¯s sick of hookups and tired of being on the rebound after his long-term girlfriend called it quits. He wants a relationship. And when his ex comes back into the picture, he pretends he has one to make her jealous¡­and who better to play the girlfriend role than his sassy new neighbor?

Despite Diana¡¯s reluctance to break her rule, a fake relationship is the perfect solution for her own ex issues, and soon she can¡¯t deny something is sizzling between her and Shane. Something hot and completely unexpected.

And it might just be getting a little too real.]]> 498 Elle Kennedy Elle 0 to-read 4.16 2024
author: Elle Kennedy
name: Elle
average rating: 4.16
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]]> 211742041 The Cruel Prince meets The Selection in this captivating duology opener brimming with heart-pounding romance, vicious competition, and beautiful, cruel fae, from the New York Times bestselling author of The Witch Haven, Sasha Peyton Smith.

Every citizen of England is granted one bargain from their immortal fae queen.

High society girls are expected to bargain for qualities that will win them suitors: a rare talent for piano in exchange for one¡¯s happiest childhood memory. A perfect smile for one¡¯s ability to taste.

But Ivy Benton¡¯s debut season arrives with a shocking twist: a competition to secure the heart of the Queen¡¯s fae son, Prince Bram. A prize that could save Ivy¡¯s family from ruin¡­ and free her sister from the bargain that destroyed her.

Yet every glittering fae deal has a rotting heart¡ªand at the center of this contest is a dark plot that could destroy everything Ivy knows.

Sweepingly romantic and deceptively enchanting, this alternate history romantasy will enthrall readers of Holly Black, Stephanie Garber, and Adalyn Grace.]]> 400 Sasha Peyton Smith 0063372525 Elle 0 to-read 3.98 2025
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name: Elle
average rating: 3.98
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]]> 216595852
I'm just a girl. And it turns out, I'm Hercules.

I'm struggling to survive in a Titan infested world where Spartans, immortals from twelve royal families who have god-like powers and obscene wealth, rule over all. A shy-stammering foster child with nothing, I keep my head down, cover my scars, and focus on excelling in school. At least, I try to. Then it happens.

My blood test reveals I'm part of the powerful elite. I'm one of them. A Spartan.

Forced to attend the Spartan War Academy, I undergo the most harrowing test of all time to see if I have what it takes to be an immortal. There's just a few problems. Achilles and Patro are my scary mentors. Kharon, the ferryman of death, and Augustus, the son of war, are my terrifying professors. Also, I'm pretty sure either someone's stalking me everywhere I go, or my sanity's slipping¨C¨CI have a bad feeling both are true.

I'm surrounded by Villains and they're smothering me with their hate, obsession, and dark possessiveness. Too bad for them, they have no clue just who they're messing with.




]]> 496 Jasmine Mas Elle 0 dnf, on-hold 3.85 2024
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name: Elle
average rating: 3.85
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]]> 59242400 Her brand-new husband is no help either. Suddenly, stoic, icy billionaire Mr Rikkard Ambrose has turned into a moody, overprotective caveman. Oh well, there's no bad mood that can't be cured by an action-packed adventure in the Wild West, right?]]> 450 Robert Thier Elle 5 3.89
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name: Elle
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]]> 183086339
After surviving the Purging Trials, Ordinary-born Paedyn Gray has killed the King, and kickstarted a Resistance throughout the land. Now she¡¯s running from the one person she had wanted to run to.

Kai Azer is now Ilya¡¯s Enforcer, loyal to his brother Kitt, the new King. He has vowed to find Paedyn and bring her to justice.

Across the deadly Scorches, and deep into the hostile city of Dor, Kai pursues the one person he wishes he didn¡¯t have to. But in a city without Elites, the balance between the hunter and hunted shifts ¨C and the battle between duty and desire is deadly.

Be swept away by this kiss-or-kill romantasy trilogy taking the world by storm.]]> 396 Lauren Roberts Elle 0 currently-reading 4.07 2024
author: Lauren Roberts
name: Elle
average rating: 4.07
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]]> 209813575 Phoenix Park is the man I fantasize about...hitting with my car, that is.

He's rich. He's sexy. He's the absolute worst. But after I fall prey to an internet scam and lose every last penny in my account (please »å´Ç²Ô¡¯³Ù ask), it¡¯s Phoenix who swoops in with an offer I can¡¯t refuse. I¡¯ll marry him for the summer so he can inherit the family company from his dying grandmother, and in return, he¡¯ll drop a hefty sum of money into my bank account.

Buy me a pair of sweatpants with GOLD DIGGER across the butt, because I¡¯m just desperate enough to agree.

Our arrangement is only supposed to be for a few months, until Phoenix¡¯s poor grandmother passes. I can pretend for that long. I can stop insulting him long enough to force a few smiles and some lovey-dovey glances. But with every touch we share, with every kiss we fake, I find the walls around my heart beginning to crack¡ªletting in feelings I'm not prepared for.

And when Phoenix¡¯s grandmother makes a miraculous recovery, leaving us stuck indefinitely in this charade of holy matrimony? That¡¯s when I know I¡¯m really in trouble.]]> 324 Gracie Ruth Mitchell Elle 0 to-read 4.18 2024
author: Gracie Ruth Mitchell
name: Elle
average rating: 4.18
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]]> 62070817
As one of the world¡¯s most hated celebrities, I¡¯m used to unwanted attention. But when I wake up one morning to find a mysterious man has broken into my house, I know I need security, fast. Enter ¡°The Angels¡±, my three ex-military bodyguards:

Glen, the Scottish sweetheart with the scarred face and gentle hands.
Kenta, the long-haired soldier with the tattooed skin and secretive smile.
And Matt, the blue-eyed, bad-tempered leader haunted by his military past.

Having three gorgeous men guarding me 24-7 sounds like a dream come true, but it turns out to be a nightmare. They¡¯re always here, watching me. Caring for me. Protecting me. They tell me to ignore them and go about my business, but I can¡¯t even think with them so close. The spark is too intense.

On top of that, we »å´Ç²Ô¡¯³Ù get on. They think I¡¯m a demanding diva. I think they¡¯re overdramatic. When a trip to America sends the guys¡¯ protective instincts into overdrive, the sizzling tension between us finally breaks, and I learn my bodyguards¡¯ butterfly-inducing secret: they want me.

All three of them.

Meanwhile, my stalker¡¯s behaviour is becoming more and more alarming. He¡¯s photographing me through windows and following me in the shadows. With the premiere for my next movie coming up, will my three bodyguards be able to keep me safe from his clutches? Or will my terrifying pursuer finally get his deadly way?]]> 446 Lily Gold Elle 0 dnf 3.80 2021
author: Lily Gold
name: Elle
average rating: 3.80
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]]> 52766407 The Hating Game meets Nick and Norah¡¯s Infinite Playlist by way of Morgan Matson in this unforgettable romantic comedy about two rival overachievers whose relationship completely transforms over the course of twenty-four hours.

Today, she hates him.

It¡¯s the last day of senior year. Rowan Roth and Neil McNair have been bitter rivals for all of high school, clashing on test scores, student council elections, and even gym class pull-up contests. While Rowan, who secretly wants to write romance novels, is anxious about the future, she¡¯d love to beat her infuriating nemesis one last time.

Tonight, she puts up with him.

When Neil is named valedictorian, Rowan has only one chance at victory: Howl, a senior class game that takes them all over Seattle, a farewell tour of the city she loves. But after learning a group of seniors is out to get them, she and Neil reluctantly decide to team up until they¡¯re the last players left¡ªand then they¡¯ll destroy each other.

As Rowan spends more time with Neil, she realizes he¡¯s much more than the awkward linguistics nerd she¡¯s sparred with for the past four years. And, perhaps, this boy she claims to despise might actually be the boy of her dreams.

Tomorrow ¡­ maybe she¡¯s already fallen for him.]]> 364 Rachel Lynn Solomon 1534440240 Elle 0 to-read 4.04 2020
author: Rachel Lynn Solomon
name: Elle
average rating: 4.04
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]]> 150346434 Even if the world did end, five men is far too many to handle. Isn¡¯t it?

Since the Final War, I¡¯ve been doing just fine. I have a lovely cave, a darling vegetable patch, forest views . . . and if loneliness sometimes squeezes my aching heart, well, my books have always kept me company.

That is, until a pack of hunters chase me from my home and right into the arms of several rather large, rather brutish ex-Army Rangers. And those brutes have the nerve to make me the rudest offer I¡¯ve ever heard.

Their protection¡ªfor my body.

The whole thing is absurd. Scandalous. Perverted, even. I mean, just the thought of doing that with five men, well, it¡¯s . . . it¡¯s . . .

I take the deal.

Okay, so it¡¯s possible I find them indecently tempting. But these men also have secrets, and pasts so fraught with emotion, I¡¯m not sure I can untangle them all. Or whether they¡¯ll let me.

No, my brutes have made it excruciatingly clear where they think I belong¡ªbeneath them, between them, bent over backwards for them . . . but certainly not beside them.

And I »å´Ç²Ô¡¯³Ù think that¡¯s going to work for me.

***

The Brutes of Bristlebrook is a dark(ish) post-apocalyptic, steamy reverse harem romance series, meaning Eden will end up with three or more love interests after I¡¯ve appropriately obliterated my readers¡¯ nerves.

Expect complex characters, 1st person present tense, multiple POVs, MM in the harem, angst, lots of laughs, and to encounter material that some readers may find sensitive¡ªa full description of which can be found on my author website.]]> 430 Rebecca Quinn Elle 0 to-read 4.18 2023
author: Rebecca Quinn
name: Elle
average rating: 4.18
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]]> 212808316 Brimming with magic and romance, a young fairy queen must form an unlikely alliance or risk an unspeakable danger destroying all she holds dear in this standalone YA novel from New York Times bestselling author Allison Saft.

It¡¯s been centuries since a warm-season fairy in Pixie Hollow has crossed into the Winter Woods, and while most fear the legends of monsters lurking in the frozen lands, Clarion, can¡¯t help being intrigued by Winter¡¯s stoic beauty. But under the watchful eyes of the current monarch and the court's seasonal ministers, Clarion has little time to dwell on daydreams while the days to her coronation dwindle away.

That is, until reports of a monster crossing from Winter into Spring make their way to the palace. Clarion sees defeating this threat as an opportunity to prove that she is worthy of her new role. But instead of finding a monster at the edge of Winter, she finds Milori, a young guardian of the Winter Woods. Together, they form an unlikely bond as they race to save their lands.

But as their alliance warms to something more, they will discover there is a reason a warm-season fairy and a winter fairy must not be together. And the cost could be just as deadly as the monsters that prowl the Winter Woods.

Discover the origin of the sweeping, star-crossed romance between the queen of Pixie Hollow and the lord of the Winter Woods.]]> 400 Allison Saft 1368098452 Elle 0 to-read 4.27 2025
author: Allison Saft
name: Elle
average rating: 4.27
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]]> 31829155
Shiro isn't the harmless fox spirit she thought he was. He's mysterious, cunning, unpredictable...and now hers to command. He's sworn to pay his debt to her, but he doesn't know who she is. If he finds out, he'll kill her.

But she can't send him away¡ªnot yet. Her future isn't what she thought. The lies surrounding her fate have begun to unravel, and she needs answers before time runs out¡ªanswers that lie in the spirit realm. Shiro can take her there...if she dares to trust him.

And only then will she find out how deep the gods' treachery runs.]]> 346 Annette Marie 1988153085 Elle 0 to-read 4.27 2016
author: Annette Marie
name: Elle
average rating: 4.27
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]]> 221827575 They¡¯re three CEO best friends. I¡¯m their one-night stand . . . and new assistant.

It all started with a battle of wills against a rat.

After fleeing a shattered engagement, I wanted a fresh start in New York City, but instead all I got was a tiny apartment with a communal bathroom and a rat that steals my Oreos.

Oh, and one hot night I won¡¯t soon forget.

What I didn't expect was the gorgeous man at the bar to want his two best friends to watch us together.

How was I supposed to know they were about to be my new bosses?

"Stuck On Them" is an MFMM spicy romantic comedy where the main character falls in love with three men. There is no third act break-up.
]]> 365 Maya Nicole Elle 0 to-read 3.95 2023
author: Maya Nicole
name: Elle
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]]> 59776812 Family. Freedom. Truth. Love. Some things are always worth fighting for.

All Riley Shepard ever wanted was a normal life, but Fate is cruel, reality is subjective, and love has never been so hard. When Riley is thrust into a supernatural world he never knew existed, he discovers truths that even Angels have tried to hide, and he must balance the line between light and dark, good and evil, Heaven and Hell. Because he was born a hybrid of both. He is neither Angel nor Fallen, human or Nephilim. He is as much a monster as he is a miracle. And he must be strong enough to weather both.

For the fate of the realms and the redeeming love of his guardian angels, Riley will fight to his last breath. There is no love without sacrifice. Let the Battle of Heaven begin.

This is the complete Fire & Brimstone series, Scrolls 1-6, with an additional 25k words of bonus content. Fire & Brimstone is a slow-burn MM+ paranormal romance, featuring sexy but imperfect guardian angels, an unlikely hero who doesn't know his own worth, and one epic love that redeems them all.

TRIGGERING MATERIAL: CHILD ABUSE, HOMOPHOBIC/BIGOTED DIALOGUE AND BEHAVIOR, VIOLENCE, GORE, TORTURE, NON-GRAPHIC (MOSTLY OFF-SCREEN) SEXUAL ASSAULT, LIGHT SUBSTANCE ABUSE, SELF-HARM/SELF-DESTRUCTIVE BEHAVIOR, DEATH.]]> 2026 Nik Knight Elle 0 to-read 4.66 2021
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name: Elle
average rating: 4.66
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]]> 60425262 Fight like a girl...or a shifter of lore.

After growing up with nothing, I've finally found my path to freedom: I'm a shifter, an elite soldier who transforms into a monster.

All I have to do is survive.

I didn't count on my three 6'5 roommates. Covered in tattoos, jeweled, and horned, these are like no men I've ever dealt with before.

They don't think I belong.
They don't think I'm strong enough for war.
They don't think I can fight.

I'm about to prove them wrong.

The only problem, can I survive them discovering the secrets of my past? In the battle for life and death, everyone is so much more than they seem.

Jax, Ascher, and Cobra are going to be devastated when they discover my truth...just wait until they see my shifted form.


This is a dark paranormal reverse harem bully romance. Not for the faint of heart ¨C this story is about three psycho alpha shifters and the girl who stands her ground.

? Slow Burn
? Heat level: High (spicy MMM + MMFM scenes)
? Reverse Harem and a new take on the Omegaverse. Dark and bloody, yet also humorous, we love unhealthy coping mechanisms. Potential triggers.]]> 313 Jasmine Mas Elle 3 ??2.5?? 3.78 2022
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name: Elle
average rating: 3.78
book published: 2022
rating: 3
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]]> 59114922 She's safe as long as she's hidden.

Lydia Anderson is an unbonded omega who left her life behind to escape a family more interested in their status than protecting their daughter from an alpha who won't take no for an answer. It took everything, but Lydia managed to break free, running as far as she could. Now she lives with her head down, avoiding attention.

Her past is still on the hunt. And she can't get caught again.

Pack Saint Clair is everything Lydia has been taught to want. They're rich, influential, and beautiful. A chance encounter sets her on a collision course with the three alphas and their beta, and instincts long ignored flare to life, setting fire to all of their carefully laid defenses. But Lydia knows that if something sounds too good to be true, it usually is. Pack Saint Clair has a secret, one that could destroy everything they've worked to create. And that skeleton in their closet has set its sights on Lydia.

When the past comes to call, can the pack keep their omega safe?]]> 381 Thora Woods Elle 0 to-read 4.08 2021
author: Thora Woods
name: Elle
average rating: 4.08
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]]> 63274150 She's safe as long as she's hidden.

Lydia Anderson is an unbonded omega who left her life behind to escape a family more interested in their status than protecting their daughter from an alpha who won't take no for an answer. It took everything, but Lydia managed to break free, running as far as she could. Now she lives with her head down, avoiding attention.

Her past is still on the hunt. And she can't get caught again.

Pack Saint Clair is everything Lydia has been taught to want. They're rich, influential, and beautiful. A chance encounter sets her on a collision course with the three alphas and their beta, and instincts long ignored flare to life, setting fire to all of their carefully laid defenses. But Lydia knows that if something sounds too good to be true, it usually is. Pack Saint Clair has a secret, one that could destroy everything they've worked to create. And that skeleton in their closet has set its sights on Lydia.

When the past comes to call, can the pack keep their omega safe?

The Pack Saint Clair Complete Edition features all three books in Lydia's story (Lilacs and Leather, Lavender and Lightning, and Laurels and Liquor) as well as a never-before-released extended epilogue. This book does contain descriptions of subjects that might be triggering to some readers, so please refer to the content guide at the beginning of the book. This is a poly/why choose story, and will feature MMMFF materials, and a HEA.]]> 1391 Thora Woods 1958222054 Elle 0 to-read 4.34
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]]> 58340706
Elspeth Spindle needs more than luck to stay safe in the eerie, mist-locked kingdom of Blunder¡ªshe needs a monster. She calls him the Nightmare, an ancient, mercurial spirit trapped in her head. He protects her. He keeps her secrets.

But nothing comes for free, especially magic.

When Elspeth meets a mysterious highwayman on the forest road, her life takes a drastic turn. Thrust into a world of shadow and deception, she joins a dangerous quest to cure Blunder from the dark magic infecting it. And the highwayman? He just so happens to be the King¡¯s nephew, Captain of the most dangerous men in Blunder¡­and guilty of high treason.

Together they must gather twelve Providence Cards¡ªthe keys to the cure. But as the stakes heighten and their undeniable attraction intensifies, Elspeth is forced to face her darkest secret yet: the Nightmare is slowly taking over her mind. And she might not be able to stop him.]]> 399 Rachel Gillig 0316312487 Elle 2
I felt sometimes it was a bit too lengthy, the romance between elspeth and ravyn did not make much sense to me, i felt it just happened and the reason where a bit meh.

I felt the story has a of lot potential but idk if in this book it was done well. I felt like there was a lot of repitition and a lot of elusiveness.]]> 4.26 2022
author: Rachel Gillig
name: Elle
average rating: 4.26
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2.4/5

I felt sometimes it was a bit too lengthy, the romance between elspeth and ravyn did not make much sense to me, i felt it just happened and the reason where a bit meh.

I felt the story has a of lot potential but idk if in this book it was done well. I felt like there was a lot of repitition and a lot of elusiveness.
]]> 63910262 In the luscious, dark sequel to One Dark Window, Elspeth must face the consequences of what she's wrought - perfect for readers of Hannah Whitten's For the Wolf and Alexis Henderson's The Year of the Witching.

Elspeth and Ravyn have gathered most of the twelve Providence Cards, but the last, and most important one remains to be found: The Twin Alders.

If they are going to find it before the Solstice and cure the kingdom of the dark magic infecting it, they will need to journey beyond the dangerous mist-cloaked forest that surrounds their kingdom.

And the only one who can lead them there is the monster that shares Elspeth's head. The Nightmare. And he's not eager to share any longer.]]> 437 Rachel Gillig 0356519503 Elle 0 to-read 4.39 2023
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]]> 13188676
With Omega Point destroyed, Juliette doesn't know if the rebels, her friends, or even Adam are alive. But that won't keep her from trying to take down The Reestablishment once and for all. Now she must rely on Warner, the handsome commander of Sector 45. The one person she never thought she could trust. The same person who saved her life. He promises to help Juliette master her powers and save their dying world . . . but that's not all he wants with her.

The Shatter Me series is perfect for fans who crave action-packed young adult novels with tantalizing romance like Divergent by Veronica Roth, The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, and Legend by Marie Lu. Tahereh Mafi has created a captivating and original story that combines the best of dystopian and paranormal and was praised by Publishers Weekly as "a gripping read from an author who's not afraid to take risks."

Don¡¯t miss Restore Me, the electrifying fourth installment of this New York Times bestselling series, available now!]]> 408 Tahereh Mafi 006208559X Elle 3 4.46 2014
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name: Elle
average rating: 4.46
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]]> 42115981 It was all sinking in. I¡¯d never had a crush on anyone. No boys, no girls, not a single person I had ever met. What did that mean?

Georgia has never been in love, never kissed anyone, never even had a crush ¨C but as a fanfic-obsessed romantic she¡¯s sure she¡¯ll find her person one day.

As she starts university with her best friends, Pip and Jason, in a whole new town far from home, Georgia¡¯s ready to find romance, and with her outgoing roommate on her side and a place in the Shakespeare Society, her ¡®teenage dream¡¯ is in sight.

But when her romance plan wreaks havoc amongst her friends, Georgia ends up in her own comedy of errors, and she starts to question why love seems so easy for other people but not for her. With new terms thrown at her ¨C asexual, aromantic ¨C Georgia is more uncertain about her feelings than ever.

Is she destined to remain loveless? Or has she been looking for the wrong thing all along?

This wise, warm and witty story of identity and self-acceptance sees Alice Oseman on towering form as Georgia and her friends discover that true love isn¡¯t limited to romance.]]> 433 Alice Oseman 000824412X Elle 0 to-read 4.19 2020
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name: Elle
average rating: 4.19
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]]> 60521937
This is my last love letter to you, though some would call it a confession. . .

Saved from the brink of death by a mysterious stranger, Constanta is transformed from a medieval peasant into a bride fit for an undying king. But when Dracula draws a cunning aristocrat and a starving artist into his web of passion and deceit, Constanta realizes that her beloved is capable of terrible things.

Finding comfort in the arms of her rival consorts, she begins to unravel their husband's dark secrets. With the lives of everyone she loves on the line, Constanta will have to choose between her own freedom and her love for her husband. But bonds forged by blood can only be broken by death.]]> 292 S.T. Gibson 0316501077 Elle 3 3.91 2021
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name: Elle
average rating: 3.91
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]]> 123288408 The Devil knows your name, David Aristarkhov.

As a teen, David Aristarkhov was a psychic prodigy, operating under the shadow of his oppressive occultist father. Now, years after his father¡¯s death and rapidly approaching his thirtieth birthday, he is content with the high-powered life he¡¯s curated as a Boston attorney, moonlighting as a powerful medium for his secret society.

But with power comes a price, and the Devil has come to collect on an ancestral deal. David¡¯s days are numbered, and death looms at his door.

Reluctantly, he reaches out to the only person he¡¯s ever trusted, his ex-boyfriend and secret Society rival Rhys, for help. However, the only way to get to Rhys is through his wife, Moira. Thrust into each other¡¯s care, emotions once buried deep resurface, and the trio race to figure out their feelings for one another before the Devil steals David away for good¡­

The first book in a spellbinding and vibrant new series from The Sunday Times bestselling author of A Dowry of Blood. ]]> 301 S.T. Gibson 191520268X Elle 0 to-read 3.61 2024
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]]> 209568775 From USA Today bestselling author Sophie Lark comes a brand new romantic thriller series in the Gothic, secretive beach town of Grimstone.

In a desperate bid to get out of town, twenty-seven-year-old virgin and bookstore nerd Elena Zelenska becomes the world's most unlikely mail-order bride. Her gamble pays off when she's swept off her feet by Benjamin Wittacker, handsome single father and (gasp!) actual published author. Elena's new fianc¨¦ seems almost too good to be true. Her life is turning into a fairytale, especially once Ben starts building her a castle in the woods. But when Elena arrives in Grimstone, her fairytale turns darker.

The castle in the woods is a macabre labyrinth of hidden chambers, and Ben is no Prince Charming. In fact, he might just be a monster.

Isolated far from home, Elena's only ally is Atlas Covett, the owner of the Monarch hotel. Massive and stern, even Atlas' employees are terrified of him. He becomes Elena's unexpected protector, offering solace and sanctuary from the darkness that threatens to consume her.

As Elena's bond with Atlas deepens, her jealous fianc¨¦ exerts his control in increasingly twisted ways. Elena must find a way out before the castle he's building becomes a prison she'll never escape¡­]]> 320 Sophie Lark 1464224153 Elle 0 stuck 3.81 2024
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]]> 43708884
Here, you will find them together in this book of Charlie's most-loved drawings, adventuring into the Wild and exploring the thoughts and feelings that unite us all.]]> 128 Charlie Mackesy 1529105102 Elle 5 "Don't meaure how valuable u are by the way you are treated."]]> 4.56 2019
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"Don't meaure how valuable u are by the way you are treated."
]]> 201129898 Infused with magic and romance, this sweeping fantasy adventure?inspired by the legend of Mulan follows a young woman?determined to choose her own destiny¡ªeven if that means going against everyone she loves.

The Three Kingdoms are at war, but Meilin¡¯s father refuses to answer the imperial draft. Trapped by his opium addiction, he plans to sell Meilin for her dowry. But when Meilin discovers her husband-to-be is another violent, ill-tempered man, she realizes that nothing will change for her unless she takes matters into her own hands.

The very next day, she disguises herself as a boy and enlists in her father¡¯s place.

In the army, Meilin's relentless hard work brings her recognition, friendship¡ªand a growing closeness with Sky, a prince turned training partner. But has she simply exchanged one prison for another??As her kingdom barrels toward destruction, Meilin begins to have visions of a sea dragon spirit that offers her true power and freedom, but with a deadly price.

With the future of the Three Kingdoms hanging in the balance, Meilin will need to decide whom to trust¡ªSky, who inspires her loyalty and love; the sea dragon spirit, who has his own murky agenda; or an infuriating enemy prince who makes her question everything she once knew¡ªabout her kingdom and about her own heart.]]> 432 K.X. Song 0593815726 Elle 5 "They would never let a woman get away with this."
"Something like what?"
"They would never let a woman hold on to power."

I grew up watching Mulan and absolutely loving the story and when i came upon this book and saw it was a retelling I was so excited, rightfully so cause this book was probably the best one i have read in a while.


Spoilers ahead.
Characters:

Meilin

I liked her character so much, I felt it was a realistic representation of Mulan. I think most of us know the story, but I feel like Meilin is what I would think Mulan to be in the disney movie as an adult. The struggles of keeping the secret and the lonelyness of it combined with the sheer fear of being found out of not only being a woman but having magic, that is seen as forbidden magic in her kingdom.

Sky

Sky is her commander and they get close after a few circumstances. He is nice and pretty likeable, but I feel like romance is not something that fits? Like I feel Meilin in this story is going through so much and even though when he finds out what Meilin really he eventually accepts it, I just feel like he shouldn't be who she ends up with.


Lei

He is the enemy prince who captures her and finds out about her true identity and abilities. I think he was pretty bad towards the beginning towards her but slightly very slightly redeemed himself towards the end, if I should choose he would probably fit better with Meilin but just like with Sky I feel like Meilin doesn't need a romantical interest in this story.


Summary:
This book was perfect, it represented the rage that women feel so well and made so that it was realistic for how they lived in this period of time. I felt like throughout the book nobody really understood Meilin because, women were expected to stay in their quarters or living area and not fight battles.

Even through all that she sacrificed so much and still left her in the dust and that really made it hit like home that she worked so hard sacrificed so much and in the end still got punished for being a woman.]]> 3.80 2024
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name: Elle
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"They would never let a woman get away with this."
"Something like what?"
"They would never let a woman hold on to power."

I grew up watching Mulan and absolutely loving the story and when i came upon this book and saw it was a retelling I was so excited, rightfully so cause this book was probably the best one i have read in a while.


Spoilers ahead.
Characters:

Meilin

I liked her character so much, I felt it was a realistic representation of Mulan. I think most of us know the story, but I feel like Meilin is what I would think Mulan to be in the disney movie as an adult. The struggles of keeping the secret and the lonelyness of it combined with the sheer fear of being found out of not only being a woman but having magic, that is seen as forbidden magic in her kingdom.

Sky

Sky is her commander and they get close after a few circumstances. He is nice and pretty likeable, but I feel like romance is not something that fits? Like I feel Meilin in this story is going through so much and even though when he finds out what Meilin really he eventually accepts it, I just feel like he shouldn't be who she ends up with.


Lei

He is the enemy prince who captures her and finds out about her true identity and abilities. I think he was pretty bad towards the beginning towards her but slightly very slightly redeemed himself towards the end, if I should choose he would probably fit better with Meilin but just like with Sky I feel like Meilin doesn't need a romantical interest in this story.


Summary:
This book was perfect, it represented the rage that women feel so well and made so that it was realistic for how they lived in this period of time. I felt like throughout the book nobody really understood Meilin because, women were expected to stay in their quarters or living area and not fight battles.

Even through all that she sacrificed so much and still left her in the dust and that really made it hit like home that she worked so hard sacrificed so much and in the end still got punished for being a woman.
]]> 221739725 A young woman who wields the unimaginable power of a dragon spirit must decide where her loyalties lie¡ªand where her heart belongs¡ªin this enthralling fantasy that reimagines the legend of Mulan.

The explosive sequel to The Night Ends with Fire!

The war may be over, but Hai Meilin is still paying a heavy toll. In spite of securing victory for the kingdom of Anlai, she is imprisoned upon her return. Her crime? Wielding a sword as a woman.

In the palace, Meilin is an outcast and a social pariah. But beyond the imperial walls, the legend of the woman warrior has taken on a life of its own. To the east, a new rebel leader needs Meilin to helm his people¡¯s revolution. In the south, a former enemy prince, now a prisoner of war, seeks Meilin¡¯s aid in restoring balance to the Three Kingdoms. And back home in Anlai, Liu Sky, Meilin¡¯s commander and first love, requires Meilin by his side in his bid for the throne.

Pulled in all directions by those who seek to use her for their own ends, Meilin vows that this time, she will not be so quick to trust. Yet there is one she cannot help but listen to¡ªfor he dwells within her.

Beyond any human machinations, the sea dragon Qinglong has his own plans for the spirit realm. During the last war, Meilin wielded his power to cheat death and attain victory for Anlai; now the dragon has come to collect his dues. Meilin¡¯s mother warned her long The spirits demand blood. And Qinglong is ravenous.]]> K.X. Song 0593641566 Elle 0 to-read 4.67
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]]> 222636057 This book contains adult themes and illustrations intended for readers aged 18 and above.

Debuting as a professional MMA fighter should¡¯ve been easy for Kacper Paj? go to Vegas, win the fight, get the money, and go home. So why is the person knocking him off his feet not an opponent, but instead, an irresistible woman he¡¯s hired to deal with his social media?

Desperate for a job and even more desperate to move out of her ex¡¯s place, Mari Richards accepts the role of Kacper¡¯s temporary social media manager for seven weeks. That¡¯s forty-nine days of being joined at the hip, something that is increasingly difficult when she begins to find herself drawn to the stoic fighter she constantly butts heads with.

When you throw in a toxic ex, an insufferable opponent, adjoining hotel rooms, and suffocating sexual tension, Mari¡¯s job is refined to one major Saving face.]]> 435 J. Cherry Elle 0 to-read 4.30
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]]> 43744300 What if America had a royal family?

When America won the Revolutionary War, its people offered General George Washington a crown. Two and a half centuries later, the House of Washington still sits on the throne.

As Princess Beatrice gets closer to becoming America's first queen regnant, the duty she has embraced her entire life suddenly feels stifling.

Nobody cares about the spare except when she's breaking the rules, so Princess Samantha doesn't care much about anything, either . . . except the one boy who is distinctly off-limits to her.

And then there's Samantha's twin, Prince Jefferson. If he'd been born a generation earlier, he would have stood first in line for the throne, but the new laws of succession make him third. Most of America adores their devastatingly handsome prince . . . but two very different girls are vying to capture his heart.]]> 448 Katharine McGee 1984830171 Elle 0 to-read 3.81 2019
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name: Elle
average rating: 3.81
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]]> 386990
In the eyes of their community he was a hero. An execution for a 'crime of honour' was a respectable duty unlikely to bring about condemnation from others. It certainly would not have provoked calls for his prosecution. More than five thousand cases of such honour killings are reported around the world each year and many more take place that we hear nothing about.

Miraculously, Souad survived rescued by the women of her village, who put out the flames and took her to a local hospital. Horrifically burned, and abandoned by her family and community, it was only the intervention of a European aid worker that enabled Souad to receive the care and sanctuary she so desperately needed and to start her life again. She has now decided to tell her story and uncover the barbarity of honour killings, a practice which continues to this day.

Burned Alive is a shocking testimony, a true story of almost unbelievable cruelty. It speaks of amazing courage and fortitude and of one woman's determination to survive. It is also a call to break the taboo of silence that surrounds this most brutal of practices and which ignores the plight of so many other women who are also victims of traditional violence.]]> 359 Souad 0553816306 Elle 0 to-read 4.01 2003
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average rating: 4.01
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]]> 60556912
Every day I clean the Winchesters¡¯ beautiful house top to bottom. I collect their daughter from school. And I cook a delicious meal for the whole family before heading up to eat alone in my tiny room on the top floor.

I try to ignore how Nina makes a mess just to watch me clean it up. How she tells strange lies about her own daughter. And how her husband Andrew seems more broken every day. But as I look into Andrew¡¯s handsome brown eyes, so full of pain, it¡¯s hard not to imagine what it would be like to live Nina¡¯s life. The walk-in closet, the fancy car, the perfect husband.

I only try on one of Nina¡¯s pristine white dresses once. Just to see what it¡¯s like. But she soon finds out¡­ and by the time I realize my attic bedroom door only locks from the outside, it¡¯s far too late.

But I reassure myself: the Winchesters »å´Ç²Ô¡¯³Ù know who I really am.

They »å´Ç²Ô¡¯³Ù know what I¡¯m capable of¡­

An unbelievably twisty read that will have you glued to the pages late into the night. Anyone who loves The Woman in the Window, The Wife Between Us and The Girl on the Train won¡¯t be able to put this down!]]> 329 Freida McFadden 1803144378 Elle 0 to-read 4.31 2022
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average rating: 4.31
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]]> 60386342 This dark and thrilling vampire romance¡ªset in the world of the New York Times bestselling Serpent & Dove series¡ªis perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas!

C¨¦lie Tremblay has always been a good girl: kind and beautiful, a daughter of whom every parent would be proud. She surprises the entire kingdom when she defies tradition to become the first huntswoman¡ªincluding her new captain and fianc¨¦, Jean Luc, who rules the huntsmen with an iron fist. He isn¡¯t the only one concerned for C¨¦lie¡¯s safety, however. Though her friends try to protect her from the horrors of her past, mysterious whispers still haunt her, and a new evil is rising in Belterra¡ªleaving bodies in its wake, each one drained of blood.

Determined to prove herself in her new role, C¨¦lie tracks the killer to the lair of Les ?ternels¡ªancient creatures only spoken about in nursery rhymes¡ªand catches the attention of their king, a monster who hides his plans for her behind beautiful words and sharp smiles. Now C¨¦lie has new reason to fear the dark because the closer he gets, the more tempted she feels to give in to his dark hunger¡ªand her own.]]> 640 Shelby Mahurin 0063258757 Elle 0 to-read 4.11 2023
author: Shelby Mahurin
name: Elle
average rating: 4.11
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In order to survive, we have to take on a symbiont that wants to rewire our bodies to live in this brutal place. I like to call it a cootie. And my cootie¡¯s a jerk, because it also thinks I¡¯m the mate to the biggest, surliest alien of the group.

BARBARIAN ALIEN is a sequel to ICE PLANET BARBARIANS. You do not have to read both in order to understand the plot, but the story will be richer if you do!]]> 248 Ruby Dixon Elle 0 to-read 3.76 2015
author: Ruby Dixon
name: Elle
average rating: 3.76
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]]> 216541086 128 Ethan Jewell Elle 0 to-read 4.50
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]]> 201813589
Academic rivals and an ancient prophecy.

Maeve is the only Magical with the ability to jump through minds. Mal is the youngest Supreme in history.

Who is the prophesied Dread Descendant? And will they save the Magical¡¯s home realm before the darkness destroys their Magic completely?

¡°Maeve crossed the hall between them with confidence. In three short steps, she stood before his throne. A decaying skull broach appeared on his breast pocket. The final piece of his Dread Mark. She and Abraxas were the mouth and the sword. He was Death incarnate.¡±

Dark Magic comes at a cost, but Maeve Sinclair is willing to sacrifice more than just her Magic in exchange for freedom. She is the only witch with the ability to jump through minds. She and her magical world live in hiding on Earth, desperately waiting for the rise of the prophesied Dread Descendant. While praying for this Prince of Darkness to return them to their ancient home realm, the humans wage wars that threaten magic's very existence on Earth. When an unlikely friendship with Malachite Peur blossoms at the most prestigious magical academy in the world, the pair discovers that together they could be unstoppable.]]> 472 Lauren Cate Leake Elle 0 to-read 3.66
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]]> 202102084 From #1 New York Times bestselling author Ava Reid comes a reimagining of Lady Macbeth, Shakespeare¡¯s most famous villainess, giving her a voice, a past, and a power that transforms the story men have written for her.

The Lady knows the stories: how her eyes induce madness in men.?

The Lady knows she will be wed to the Scottish brute, who does not leave his warrior ways behind when he comes to the marriage bed.??

The Lady knows his hostile, suspicious court will be a game of strategy, requiring all of her wiles and hidden witchcraft to survive.?

But the Lady does not know her husband has occult secrets of his own. She does not know that prophecy girds him like armor. She does not know that her magic is greater and more dangerous, and that it will threaten the order of the world.?

She does not know this yet. But she will.]]> 320 Ava Reid 0593722566 Elle 0 to-read 3.47 2024
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]]> 209568782
As a chart-topping country singer with a recent streak of bad press it¡¯s hard to find any peace. But I find it in Rose Hill. With a little boy and a little girl who steal my heart just as thoroughly as their dad.

Weston Belmont.

The man is a shameless flirt. He oozes confidence and masculinity in a way that¡¯s downright distracting. And in bed? He¡¯s addictive.

Everything with him is wild and impulsive and I¡¯m desperate to regain some control.

But no one has supported me like West does. And no one has ever made me feel as loved as he does either.

So, while my brain says settling down with a small-town horse trainer is impossible¡­ my heart says I¡¯m right where I belong.

Still, my life as a celebrity haunts me. It has the power to pull us apart.

I can see in his eyes that wants me to stay. And I want that too.

But I know better than anyone that we »å´Ç²Ô¡¯³Ù always get what we want.]]> 464 Elsie Silver 1464220824 Elle 0 to-read 4.24 2024
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name: Elle
average rating: 4.24
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]]> 63057844 Elowen Atarah, Princess of Imirath, came into the world like a firestorm made flesh. A princess with a link to five dragons should have been a blessing to her kingdom, but her blessing became her curse. The little girl in shackles became a knife wielding woman with a thirst for retaliation.
Now, Queen of Aestilian, a secret kingdom she forged through strength and survival, Elowen needs a way to feed her rising population. She never thought she would have the force to take on Imirath, but when the snarky Commander Cayden Veles of Vareveth, her father¡¯s enemy kingdom, offers her a deal she¡¯s been dreaming of for years, how can she not take it? Even if he ignites her temper like no other, nothing unites two begrudging allies more than a common enemy.
The pair of them, along with three accomplices, will navigate their partnership, politics, and attempt to pull off the greatest heist their world has ever known. Five people, all united through revenge, will have to transcend the odds stacked against them and infiltrate the impenetrable castle if they want to reap their rewards before someone reaps their souls. Putting aside their differences to accomplish a common goal because everyone knows¡­vengeance is a promise signed in blood.]]> 571 Olivia Rose Darling Elle 0 to-read 3.66 2022
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]]> 61374793
Now trapped inside Jessica¡¯s body, with access to Jessica¡¯s most private journals and secrets, Jenna soon discovers that being the top student at the elite, highly competitive Havenwood Private Academy isn¡¯t quite what she imagined. Worse, as everyone¡ªincluding her own parents¡ªstart having trouble remembering who Jenna Chen is, or if she ever even existed, Jenna must decide if playing the role of the perfect daughter and student is worth losing her true self forever.]]> 320 Ann Liang 133552312X Elle 0 to-read 4.09 2025
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]]> 61070530
His greatest opponent: Leo Reyes, vice president and all-around annoyingly perfect student, who has a solution to Wren¡¯s budget problem. A sponsorship from Buddy, the anonymous ¡°not a dating¡± app sweeping the nation. Now instead of a dance-less senior year, Wren is in charge of the biggest dance Rapture High has ever seen. He¡¯s even secretly signed up for the app. For research, of course.

But when Wren develops capital F-Feelings for his anonymous match, things spiral out of control. Wren decided a long time ago that dating while asexual wasn¡¯t worth the hassle. With the Dance rapidly approaching, he isn¡¯t sure what will kill him first: the dance, his relationship drama, or the growing realization that Leo¡¯s perfect life might not be so perfect after all.

In an unforgettably quippy and endearingly chaotic voice, narrator Wren Martin explores the complexities of falling in love while asexual.]]> 352 Amanda DeWitt 1682635988 Elle 0 to-read 4.23 2023
author: Amanda DeWitt
name: Elle
average rating: 4.23
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]]> 61897968 A small-town sweetheart and an emotionally unavailable bad boy try to find some common ground in this chemistry-filled romance from the author of The Cheat Sheet and When in Rome.

Annie Walker is on a quest to find her perfect match¡ªsomeone who complements her happy, quiet life running the local flower shop in Rome, Kentucky. But finding her dream man may be harder than Annie imagined. Everyone knows everyone in her hometown, and the dating prospects are getting fewer by the day. After she overhears her latest date say she is ¡°so unbelievably boring,¡± Annie starts to think the problem might be her. Is it too late to become flirtatious and fun like the leading ladies in her favorite romance movies? Maybe she only needs a little practice . . . and Annie has the perfect person in mind to be her tutor: Will Griffin.

Will¡ªthe sexy, tattooed, and absolutely gorgeous bodyguard¡ªis temporarily back in Rome, providing security for Amelia Rose as excitement builds for her upcoming marriage to Noah Walker, Annie¡¯s brother. He has one personal objective while on the job: stay away from Annie Walker and any other possible attachments to this sleepy town. But no sooner than he gets settled, Will finds himself tasked with helping Annie find the love of her life by becoming the next leading lady of Rome, Kentucky. Will wants no part in changing the sweet and lovely Annie. He knows for a fact that some stuffy, straitlaced guy won¡¯t make her happy, but he doesn¡¯t have the heart to say no.

Amid steamy practice dates and strictly ¡°educational¡± tutoring lessons, Annie discovers there are more layers to Will¡¯s usual stoic attitude. As the lines of their friendship become dangerously blurred, Annie reconsiders her dream guy. Maybe her love life doesn¡¯t need to be perfect¡ªit just needs to be real.]]> 335 Sarah Adams 0593500806 Elle 0 to-read 4.00 2023
author: Sarah Adams
name: Elle
average rating: 4.00
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]]> 221287780
So what is she to do when she finds herself on a plane to California and on her way to a sure death sentence? A one-night stand. At least, that¡¯s all it was supposed to be¡ªone last night to be free. Only, she finds out too late that the dark and mysterious man she solely wanted as a fling is not only her new comrade but also the one she dreaded meeting most¡ªher immediate superior and untouchable devil in the field. Bones.

He¡¯s hell on earth¡ªcruel and unforgiving, but most of all, he hates her, and he makes sure she knows it. And yet, she finds herself unwilling to leave his side when he¡¯s unable to get to the evac point when their mission goes awry.

She stays behind with the devil and the secrets he keeps. They only have one another to trust when no faith is left.]]> 464 K.M. Moronova 1963474074 Elle 0 to-read 3.75
author: K.M. Moronova
name: Elle
average rating: 3.75
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]]> 58527403 423 Jessa Hastings 1737281198 Elle 0 to-read 3.68 2021
author: Jessa Hastings
name: Elle
average rating: 3.68
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rating: 0
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]]> 53153332 680 M¨° Xi¨¡ng T¨®ng Xi¨´ Elle 0 to-read 4.61 2016
author: M¨° Xi¨¡ng T¨®ng Xi¨´
name: Elle
average rating: 4.61
book published: 2016
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]]> 59420466 Playboy. Man whore.
Basically, I get around, and I¡¯m not afraid to admit it.

So when my best friend opens up Salacious Players¡¯ Club and asks me to head the construction, how could I say no?
Now we¡¯re on a cross-country road trip touring other kink clubs, and I couldn¡¯t be happier.
Life is good.

Then Hunter suddenly asks me to sleep with his wife¡­while he watches.
I¡¯ll do anything for my best friend, but this is the one request I should say no to.
Isabel is the woman of my dreams, but she¡¯s his.
And the exact reason I should say no is the one reason I say yes.
Because it¡¯s not only Isabel I want.

These are the two most important people in my life, and if we go down this path, how will I ever be able to walk away?
I¡¯m not sure my best friend understands just how much I¡¯m willing to do for him¡ªand why.]]> 358 Sara Cate Elle 0 to-read 4.18 2022
author: Sara Cate
name: Elle
average rating: 4.18
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]]> 62691790 an immortality granting peach,
and a woman gifted with forever.

England, 1184: Anna is used to hunger and hardship. Ever since she was seventeen, when the pale shadows of her vitiligo were spotted, she has spent more than a decade struggling to survive alone and in exile. Then a single act of kindness towards a beautiful stranger and the taste of a divine peach changes Anna's life forever.

Suddenly, her body is as untouched by Time as it by harm. As she watches the world change around her, knowing every human connection is only temporary, there is only one person she trusts to always return no matter the years or distance...

The shapeshifting god who gifted her with immortality.]]> 320 R. Raeta Elle 0 to-read 4.21 2023
author: R. Raeta
name: Elle
average rating: 4.21
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]]> 196806415 Ben Rosewood never meant to be bound to a vampire succubus, especially one as sexy-yet-terrifying as Eleanora Bettencourt-Devereux, but he has to admit there are some fang-tastic perks¡­.

Werewolf Ben Rosewood is happy with his life. One hundred percent. Everything is fine. His business, Ben¡¯s Plant Emporium, is thriving, and he¡¯s even expanding the shop. His anxiety disorder is¡­well, it¡¯s been better, but that comes with the territory of running a business and having beastly urges every full moon, right? As for romance¡ªwho has the time? Though his family is desperate to see him settled, Ben is fine approaching forty as a single werewolf. But after drunkenly bidding on and winning a supposedly-possessed crystal on eBay one night, he finds himself face-to-face with a beautiful but angry vampire.

Eleanora Bettencourt-Devereux is a rare breed¡ªa vampire succubus born from two elite European bloodlines during medieval times. But thanks to an evil witch, she¡¯s been stuck in a crystal since she was thirty, forced to obey orders from the possessor of the rock. Eleanora¡¯s been dreaming of breaking the spell and severing the witch¡¯s head for centuries. But did this witch really sell her to someone new, and for only ninety-nine cents?

Eleanora would claw this werewolf¡¯s heart out and eat it, if only the binding spell would allow her to. But Eleanora and Ben soon realize they can help each other with both vengeful and less hostile needs. And why not have a little fun along the way?]]> 444 Sarah Hawley 0593547977 Elle 0 to-read 3.80 2024
author: Sarah Hawley
name: Elle
average rating: 3.80
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]]> 41880609 On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous is a letter from a son to a mother who cannot read. Written when the speaker, Little Dog, is in his late twenties, the letter unearths a family's history that began before he was born ¡ª a history whose epicenter is rooted in Vietnam ¡ª and serves as a doorway into parts of his life his mother has never known, all of it leading to an unforgettable revelation. At once a witness to the fraught yet undeniable love between a single mother and her son, it is also a brutally honest exploration of race, class, and masculinity. Asking questions central to our American moment, immersed as we are in addiction, violence, and trauma, but undergirded by compassion and tenderness, On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous is as much about the power of telling one's own story as it is about the obliterating silence of not being heard.

With stunning urgency and grace, Ocean Vuong writes of people caught between disparate worlds, and asks how we heal and rescue one another without forsaking who we are. The question of how to survive, and how to make of it a kind of joy, powers the most important debut novel of many years.]]> 246 Ocean Vuong 0525562028 Elle 0 to-read 4.05 2019
author: Ocean Vuong
name: Elle
average rating: 4.05
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]]> 59687894 Grady took my heart then rejected me... for two years. Now he's back and determined to make me his.
There's just one problem. I've moved on, and the sweetly wicked Byron has taken his place.
Then there is Declan, Grady's brooding brother-in-arms who watches both Grady and me with the same barely tempered yearning.
But I have a secret. With the help of the herb mistress, I concealed my very nature from the entire court.
Now my secrets out, my potent scent will drive each man's animalistic need to claim.
No one man will be enough.
I'm about to be claimed by three.

Claimed by Three is a rejected mate fantasy romance with dark explicit themes and conflicted jealous / possessive heroes.
A standalone novel set in the Coveted Prey universe.]]> 326 L.V. Lane Elle 0 to-read 4.12 2021
author: L.V. Lane
name: Elle
average rating: 4.12
book published: 2021
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]]> 71575602 Bound to the Pack is an extra spicy fantasy shifter romance with a sweet maiden claimed and loved by her pack in a HEA.]]> 378 L.V. Lane Elle 0 to-read 3.68 2022
author: L.V. Lane
name: Elle
average rating: 3.68
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]]> 59743139
I always knew my father was a cold, heartless bastard.
But the moment he took Elle Castlemaine and her pathetic daughter into our home, barely a month after our mom died, he unleashed something savage inside me.
I didn¡¯t care they lost their home. Didn¡¯t care their father was behind bars.
Didn¡¯t care he betrayed the notorious Stidda Mafia boss, Benjamin Rossi, and now their lives were in danger.
All I cared about was her.
Ryth.
I wanted to hurt her. Wanted to make her squirm.
I wanted to make her pay for the moans coming from my father¡¯s bedroom.
When he slipped a ring onto her mother¡¯s finger, Ryth became mine.
Mine to bully.
Mine to break.
And I¡¯ll use my brothers to do it.
She¡¯ll become our favorite obsession.
Our sick, tormented game.
She¡¯ll become the only thing I think about, until not thinking about her tears me apart.
I¡¯ll hate her. I¡¯ll hate her so much it hurts¡­]]> 372 A.K. Rose Elle 0 to-read 3.82
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name: Elle
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]]> 40613322 He rules it.

Her dresses are too tight, her heels too tall. She laughs too loudly, eats without decorum, and mixes up most sayings in the book. Little do most know it¡¯s just a sparkly disguise, there to hide one panic attack at a time.

Nobody can crack Gianna¡¯s facade . . . no one anyway, until he comes along.

Most see a paragon of morality; a special agent upholding the law. In the New York underworld, others know him as a hustler, a killer, his nature as cold as the heart of ice in his chest. Christian Allister has always followed the life plan he¡¯d envisioned in his youth, beneath the harsh lights of a frigid, damp cell. With a proclivity for order and the number three, he¡¯s never been tempted to veer off course. But perhaps one should never say never . . .

One winter night and their lives intertwine. She hates him¡ªhis stone-cold demeanor, his arrogance and too-perceptive eye¡ªbut over the years, even as their games consist of insulting each other¡¯s looks and intelligence, she begins to live to play with him.

Nowhere in Christian¡¯s plans had he ever prepared for Gianna. She¡¯s chaos embodied, not his type, and married, but none of that can stop his eyes from following her wherever she goes.

All along, she doesn¡¯t even know that she¡¯s his¡ªhis frustration, his fascination.

His maddest obsession.]]> 333 Danielle Lori Elle 4 4.22 2019
author: Danielle Lori
name: Elle
average rating: 4.22
book published: 2019
rating: 4
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]]> 62990658 Kyran Harbor is everything I¡¯m not.

Rich. Popular. A superstar football player who¡¯s awfully broody for someone who has it all. Basically, he¡¯s a preppy jock who hates me. Oh, and he¡¯s also my stepbrother.

That¡¯s right. We¡¯re stuck together, sharing a school, a house¡­ A bathroom. Honestly, I wouldn¡¯t care¡­ If he wasn¡¯t such an uptight control-freak who messes with me just because we¡¯re different.

I had every intention of avoiding him when we got to college¡­ Until abrupt misfortune forces us both into a compromising position.

Now the grouchy jerk I was hoping to evade might be the only person who can help me out of it.

Avi Vega is everything I despise.

A dreamer. A flake. An artist who smokes too much weed and thinks aliens exist. And by some sick cosmic joke, he¡¯s now my stepbrother, following me on what should¡¯ve been my escape plan.

It was already a disaster. Add a sudden financial disruption to the mix, and let¡¯s just say my options are heavily limited.

If I want to stay an all-star quarterback on the way to the NFL, I¡¯ll need to do something drastic. Unfortunately for me, and my desperate desire for control, the perpetually smiling stoner has a plan.

Maybe we can stop hating each other just enough to pull this off. As long as we remember we¡¯re only doing it¡­ for the fans.

** For The Fans is a full-length standalone MM forbidden romance with an HEA. This book contains sensitive subject matter that could make some readers uncomfortable. Please heed foreword warnings and proceed with caution.]]> 546 Nyla K. Elle 0 to-read 4.34 2023
author: Nyla K.
name: Elle
average rating: 4.34
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]]> 184591636 The best way to get back at my horrible ex? Fake date Rory Miller--my ex's rival, the top scorer in pro hockey, and the arrogant, flirtatious hockey player I tutored in high school.

Faking it is fun and addictive, though, and beneath the bad boy swagger, Rory¡¯s sweet, funny, and protective.

He teaches me to skate and spends way too much money on me.

He sleeps in my bed and convinces me to break my just-one-time hookup rule.

He kisses me like it¡¯s real.

And now I wonder if Rory was ever faking it to begin with.

The Fake Out is a pro hockey fake dating romance. It is the second book in the Vancouver Storm series but can be read as a standalone.

Tropes:

Fake dating
Ex¡¯s rival
Pro hockey
Golden retriever hero
Boy obsessed
Forced proximity]]> 428 Stephanie Archer Elle 0 to-read 4.09 2023
author: Stephanie Archer
name: Elle
average rating: 4.09
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]]> 42899 The only purebred vampire left on the planet and the leader of the Black Dagger Brotherhood, Wrath has a score to settle with the slayers who killed his parents centuries ago.

But when his most trusted fighter is killed -- orphaning a half-breed daughter unaware of her heritage or her fate -- Wrath must put down his dagger and usher the beautiful female into another world.

Racked by a restlessness in her body that wasn¡¯t there before, Beth Randall is helpless against the dangerously sexy man who comes to her at night with shadows in his eyes. His tales of the Brotherhood and blood frighten her. Yet his touch ignites a dawning new hunger one that threatens to consume them both¡­]]> 393 J.R. Ward 0451216954 Elle 0 to-read 4.17 2005
author: J.R. Ward
name: Elle
average rating: 4.17
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]]> 58483123 And from the blood and ash, new gods will rise.

In the thrilling penultimate chapter of the viral BLOOD AND ASH series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout, Poppy and Casteel face their most perilous challenges yet as old enemies rise and ancient powers stir from their slumber.

Bound by love but driven by destiny, they must navigate a world on the brink of
devastation¡ªwhere every choice has deadly consequences. With their bond tested and their future hanging in the balance, the fate of the realm rests on the strength of their hearts and the power of the Deminyen.]]> Jennifer L. Armentrout Elle 0 to-read 4.33 2025
author: Jennifer L. Armentrout
name: Elle
average rating: 4.33
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]]> 206107329 A hookup with a masked man who sent my cheating ex running down the alley? Count me in.

I never expected to see him again, least of all at my new hire orientation a few weeks later.

Yet, here I am, cornered by him in the breakroom. I've seen the power these hands hold¡ªthe way they can go from damaging to delicate in a matter of moments. Now, they're just inches away from mine.

Bowie, my one-night stand turned boss with benefits.

The more time I spend around him the more I suspect he¡¯s involved with something beyond this investment firm. Yet there¡¯s something so dangerously beautiful about this man, the same way a shard of glass shimmers in the light. If I dare to trace his jagged edges, I wonder how long it¡¯ll be before they make me bleed?

Bowie Sorrentino
Loyalty means everything to the family, second only to legacy. My father reminds me of that every time he points out I still »å´Ç²Ô¡¯³Ù have an heir. As the head of the Chicago outfit, at the age of thirty-seven, you'd expect I'd have a wife and a couple of brats by now, but none of the women I've met have been worth my time.
Until the night I met her.
She changed everything.
She changed me.
The closer we get, the more willing I am to trade my life for hers. The question lingers¡ª will she willingly trade her normalcy for a life cast with shadows of violence? And if she does, can I ever truly keep her safe?]]> 418 Darma Day Elle 2 4.17
author: Darma Day
name: Elle
average rating: 4.17
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]]> 60171058
But at a Valentine's Day masquerade ball, she spots them¡ªthe three men who meet every week at the coffee shop she works at. The ones who've always looked at her like she's the most interesting thing on the whole planet.

She figures they won't recognize her, but there's no way they couldn't¡ªnot when they all feel pulled to her in a way they never have before.

While she's planning on enjoying herself at the ball before going home to her empty bed, these three men have different plans. They each steal a dance with her, and by the end of the night, they're all left to face the one truth they've been avoiding:

Not a single one of them can resist her. And now, they may not have to.

Blissful Masquerade is a new adult reverse harem romance novella that contains a lot of steam, some kink, swearing, and mild violence. Please read the TW at the beginning of the book.]]> 141 Elira Firethorn Elle 0 3.76
author: Elira Firethorn
name: Elle
average rating: 3.76
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]]> 213299601 The only man I can¡¯t have is the only one I want.

My feelings for my boyfriend¡¯s dad have always been manageable¡ªjust a little crush that I can ignore. He may be kinder to me than I deserve, and he may look at me like I¡¯m the most beautiful woman he¡¯s ever laid eyes on, but that doesn¡¯t mean I¡¯d ever act on how I feel.

But when my boyfriend derails our romantic trip, things start to change. He¡¯s supposed to be making up for the hell he put me through, but instead we end up at his dad¡¯s beach house for a week. I like his dad, so it could be worse, but I can¡¯t deny how much it stings every time my boyfriend brushes me off.

Marcus, however, is the exact opposite of his son. Attentive, caring, and willing to drop everything for me when my boyfriend won¡¯t. It¡¯s enough to nurture my little crush into something bigger¡ªsomething forbidden yet nearly irresistible.

The more time I spend with him, the closer I get to crossing a line. And with every day that my boyfriend shows me he¡¯ll never change, I can¡¯t help but wonder if maybe I¡¯m with the wrong man.]]> 207 E. Firethorn Elle 0 to-read 3.59
author: E. Firethorn
name: Elle
average rating: 3.59
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]]> 50623864
Thus begins the extraordinary life of Addie LaRue, and a dazzling adventure that will play out across centuries and continents, across history and art, as a young woman learns how far she will go to leave her mark on the world.

But everything changes when, after nearly 300 years, Addie stumbles across a young man in a hidden bookstore and he remembers her name.]]> 448 Victoria E. Schwab 0765387565 Elle 0 to-read 4.16 2020
author: Victoria E. Schwab
name: Elle
average rating: 4.16
book published: 2020
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]]> 130225055 564 K.A. Knight Elle 0 to-read 3.70
author: K.A. Knight
name: Elle
average rating: 3.70
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]]> 52871061 What happens when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object in the field of death?

In the dark underbelly of the mob, Tristan Caine has been an anomaly. As the only non-blooded member in the high circle of the Tenebrae Outfit, he is an enigma to all - his skills unparalleled, his morality questionable, and his motives unknown. He is lethal and he knows it.

As does Morana Vitalio, the genius extraordinaire daughter of the rival family. What Caine does with weapons, Morana does with computers. When a twenty-year old mystery resurfaces, Morana infiltrates Caine's house, intent on killing him, unaware of a tie that binds them together. Hate, heat, and history clash together with unexpected sparks.

But something bigger, something worse is happening in their world. And despite their animosity, only they can fight it down.]]> 318 RuNyx Elle 0 to-read 3.98 2020
author: RuNyx
name: Elle
average rating: 3.98
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]]> 60307276
Silas, Damon, Jude.

I never wanted to come back to Greythorn, MA. And I never thought I¡¯d see Silas Huxley, Damon Brooks, or Jude Vanderbilt again¡ªespecially not after what happened.

But here they are, in all of their grown, badass glory¡ªbrutal, tatted, muscular, and no longer the boys I knew at Ravenwood Academy¡ªthe boys I bullied relentlessly.

I made their life a living hell back then, so they plan on making my life a living hell now.

They¡¯re out for blood¡ªmy blood. Their ruthless thirst for revenge turns my skin to ice, and I soon discover just how savage and hateful they are.

But despite popular opinion, my life was never full of butterflies and sunshine. I¡¯ve endured a hell of a lot worse than what they plan to do to me.

They may think I¡¯m back in Greythorn with my tail between my legs, all battered and bruised¡ªbut what they¡¯ve forgotten is that I am the original Queen of Ravenwood Academy.

And I refuse to be dethroned.

Savage Hate (Savage Hearts Book One) is a spinoff of the Ruthless Royals duet, which does not have to be read first. It is a full-length enemies-to-lovers/bully reverse harem romance, and while it doesn¡¯t end with a true cliffhanger, there will be unanswered questions. It is advised to read them in order. Please note Savage Hate contains explicit language, bullying, needles, and violence. There are flashbacks of abuse/grooming/trauma. The series will have a HEA.]]> 211 Amanda Richardson Elle 3 3.80 2021
author: Amanda Richardson
name: Elle
average rating: 3.80
book published: 2021
rating: 3
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]]> 218234413
Amidst the academic setting, Odette discovers a secret¡ªthey are all into adventurous intimacy and have been yearning for someone like her. This revelation adds intrigue as Odette explores her own boundaries and desires.

However, her excitement is dampened by her controlling father, who disapproves of her new living situation and tries to sabotage her independence. As relationships deepen, Odette must navigate the complexities of her relationships while confronting her father's oppressive influence.]]> 781 Beanie Harper Elle 3
But all in all i liked it, Odette being a tall queen made me so happy and all the guys being genuinly so nice and good to her just made it so much better]]> 4.22 2024
author: Beanie Harper
name: Elle
average rating: 4.22
book published: 2024
rating: 3
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I read the beginning of the book on wattpad and i really liked it then. I am glad i read the full book. I did feel that the book at the end was maybe dragging a little.

But all in all i liked it, Odette being a tall queen made me so happy and all the guys being genuinly so nice and good to her just made it so much better
]]> 201126787
By hiding her intelligence and ambition behind the mask of a beautiful air-headed girl, she has gathered important secrets, earned her father¡¯s constant care, and become a wealthy duchess¡ªall by age nineteen. Now, she is only one elderly, dying duke away from having all the freedom, money, and safety she¡¯s ever wanted.

Or so she thought.

Turns out her little sister somehow snatched the true victory away from her: Alessandra is wedding the Shadow King, the most powerful man in the world. Meanwhile, after the death of Chrysantha¡¯s no-good, lecherous husband, a man claiming to be the duke¡¯s estranged grandson turns up to inherit everything that should be hers.

Chrysantha is enraged. There is no way that she¡¯s going to let some man take everything from her. Never mind that he¡¯s extremely handsome and secretive and alluring with mysterious powers¡­ No, Chrysantha wants Eryx Demos dead, and in the end, a Stathos girl always gets what she wants.]]> 336 Tricia Levenseller 1250840775 Elle 0 to-read 3.91 2024
author: Tricia Levenseller
name: Elle
average rating: 3.91
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]]> 123774920
My life has been a series of disappointments. That is until one of my social media posts goes viral, setting me up to be an influencer.
I love what I do. Especially when they pop up on my radar.
Their fans call them the United Nations.
I call them sin incarnate.
Santiago Garcia, Ezra Morgan, Drake Kennedy, and Liam Bennett have been the stars of my fantasies since I first laid eyes on them.
The more I get to know each of them, the further I fall into the wonderfully chaotic world they have weaved for me.
The only problem is, I cannot choose only one of them. I want them all.
I never meant to cause a scandal, but you know what they say though the best-laid plans aren¡¯t without obstacles.

Scandalous is a standalone why choose novel. That means our heroine will end up with four men who each love and care for her. Please also be sure to check our website for more information regarding triggers. This book features some spicier content that may be questionable for some. This book also contains MM elements.]]> 408 Cala Riley Elle 0 to-read 3.62
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name: Elle
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Pure love turns into burning lust, friendships are challenged, humanity is put to the ultimate test, and loyalty is earned.

Filled with passion and desire, this coming-of-age novel follows the story of a selfless human with soiled innocence and the vampires who will do anything to keep her safe.]]> 677 Beanie Harper Elle 4 4.09 2023
author: Beanie Harper
name: Elle
average rating: 4.09
book published: 2023
rating: 4
read at: 2023/05/18
date added: 2024/09/11
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I absolutely devoured this book and i have no regrets. I read this book for the first time on wattpad and i absolutely loved it then, now that i read the book again, i loved it even more than before. All the characters have a good structure and storyline. The plot makes sense and makes sure ur invested in the story. I cried and laughed so much troughout the book.
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Her old bonds may be gone but the alphas who entrapped her are not. Andrew Zhao is hellbent on shattering her newfound peace and is going to extraordinary lengths to punish her.

Her crime? Daring to be happy.

Despite her pack closing ranks around her, Andrew is determined to drag her into the spotlight. Juno soon realises hiding away will have devastating ramifications ¡ª not just for herself and the men she¡¯s come to love, but omegas everywhere. And the best person to help her? Might be the alpha she¡¯s just let go.

Will she be able to overcome the ghosts of her past? Or will they succeed in destroying her future forever?

The Scent of Us: Part Two concludes Juno¡¯s story. It is a sweet Reverse Harem MMFMMMM duology, set in the Bond Dissolution Omegaverse.]]> 264 Eliana Lee 0645971626 Elle 5 4.06 2024
author: Eliana Lee
name: Elle
average rating: 4.06
book published: 2024
rating: 5
read at: 2024/09/10
date added: 2024/09/10
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For Juno Liu, who has been forcibly bonded since she awakened, this changes everything.

But it turns out breaking her unwanted alpha bonds is the easy part. When Juno encounters her gorgeous scent-matched alpha, she does the only logical thing and runs away. It¡¯s unfortunate she can¡¯t do the same when she perfumes for the sinful new lecturer at her university. And she still can¡¯t stop thinking about the sweet-faced beta who tried his best to keep her safe all those years ago.

When Juno¡¯s suppressants start to fail, she¡¯s forced to confront everything she¡¯s afraid of. This alpha-shy omega will have to embark on a trial far more harrowing than bond dissolution - finding a pack to court her.

The Scent of Us: Part One is the start of a sweet Reverse Harem MMFMMMM duology, set in the Bond Dissolution Omegaverse.]]> 302 Eliana Lee Elle 5 4.03 2023
author: Eliana Lee
name: Elle
average rating: 4.03
book published: 2023
rating: 5
read at: 2024/09/09
date added: 2024/09/09
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I »å´Ç²Ô¡¯³Ù need to be taken care of. I earn my own money as an OmegaFans creator. The National Omega Commission's heat services has all the alpha knots I¡¯ll ever need.

As for love? That ship sailed a long time ago.

So why is it so hard to keep these three men at arm¡¯s length?

Ben, my best friend¡¯s brother, who was only meant to be an uncomplicated party hook-up.

Aleks, the broody beta who I¡¯m certain only tolerates me.

Not to mention ¡°Ryder¡±, the Only A¡¯s alpha I¡¯ve started collaborating with. It¡¯s easier to ignore what¡¯s between us if I »å´Ç²Ô¡¯³Ù find out his real name.

None of them know the others exist. And I¡¯m certainly not a sweet, attentive omega that could bring a pack together, even if I wanted to.

But there¡¯s an invisible threat lurking, and they may be my only salvation from the sins of my past.

The Heat of Us is a first-person, multi-POV MFMM reverse harem romance, set in the Bond Dissolution Omegaverse. It follows the events of The Scent of Us but can be read as a standalone.]]> 416 Eliana Lee 0645971642 Elle 0 to-read 4.11 2024
author: Eliana Lee
name: Elle
average rating: 4.11
book published: 2024
rating: 0
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date added: 2024/09/07
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]]> 216710052 Lose yourself in this exhilarating return to the #1 global bestselling Shatter Me universe, the first book in a new series set ten years after the fall of The Reestablishment.

James Anderson had a plan.?Or half of one. All that matters is that he managed to do what his older brother, the famous Aaron Warner Anderson, never infiltrate Ark Island, the last refuge of The Reestablishment. In the past decade no outsider has breached the stronghold of the authoritarian regime, but James is?in. In a prison cell, sure, but as far as James is concerned, a win is a win.

It¡¯s been ten years since the fall of The Reestablishment. Ten years since the notorious duo¡ªJuliette Ferrars and Aaron Warner Anderson¡ªled a worldwide rebellion and established the New Republic of the West. But after a decade of unsettling quiet, The Reestablishment is ready to make a devastating move, and they have the perfect person for the job.

Rosabelle Wolff had a plan.?She always has a plan. On Ark Island, where constant surveillance is packaged as security, even emotions must be experienced with caution. A trained assassin, her every movement is monitored by synthetic intelligence¡ªand when she¡¯s given an order to kill, she never hesitates.

Brimming with pulse-pounding action and torturous romance,?Watch Me?is an explosive?journey through a dystopian landscape where enemies-to-lovers has never felt more?impossible. Step into a beloved and breathtaking world that demands an answer to a desperate question¡ª

Who are we when no one is watching? ]]> 364 Tahereh Mafi 0063419025 Elle 0 to-read 4.56 2025
author: Tahereh Mafi
name: Elle
average rating: 4.56
book published: 2025
rating: 0
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date added: 2024/08/28
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