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Damien Stryker is a ruthless billionaire, but when Serena Mclane is forced to marry him, she hopes to find the mercy behind his cold eyes and strong hands. * Damien Stryker, a domineering billionaire, is someone you don't want to get close to. Unfortunately for Serena Mclane, she doesn't have much of a choice. Always at the mercy of her family's name and legacy, Serena has to do as her father says. So when her father forces her into an arranged marriage with the one and only Damien Stryker: the truth comes out. Secrets are unveiled, and love starts to bloom. [[word count: 150,000-200,000 words]]

. ۪ ׄ ✧ 𝑩𝒐𝒐𝒌 𝑻𝒘𝒐 ۪ ׄ ✧ ❝ 𝘾𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙙 𝙎𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 ❞ "𝐒𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐈 𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐦𝐲 𝐞𝐲𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐫.. 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐞, 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐜𝐡, 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐮𝐜𝐤, 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐧. 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐞." Damien is a man of control-a ruthless mafia boss with a cold, calculating mind and a reputation that strikes fear into anyone who dares to challenge him. His life has been defined by power, manipulation, and a relentless pursuit of success. He has no room for weakness, no interest in love, and certainly no place for someone like Janet in his world. But when he first sees her, something shifts. Janet, with her innocence and quiet beauty, becomes an obsession he cannot shake. She is everything he is not: untouched by darkness, unaware of the dangers that lurk in the shadows, and yet, for some reason, she draws him in. How do you run from someone who always finds you? Is it still love if it comes with chains-ones you can't see but feel tightening around you?Can darkness protect light, or will it always consume it?What if the only place she feels safe is in the arms of the man she fears the most? ~Tropes~ •Forced Marriage •Father's Friend •Age gap •Mafia Romance •Obsesses MML •Countryside girl x BUSINESSMAN

In a world where power and control reign, Isabella Russo's life is forever altered when her family arranges her marriage to the ruthless Don of the Romano mafia, Vincenzo. Cold, calculating, and possessive, Vincenzo never believed in love-only power. But as his world collides with Isabella's fiery spirit, their marriage becomes a dangerous game of control, passion, and betrayal. As the walls between them begin to collapse, their connection spirals into something neither of them can control. Isabella must navigate the deadly world of the mafia and the dangerous pull toward the man she swore to hate. And Enzo? He'll stop at nothing to claim her-body and soul, making sure she's underneath his rule in every way. ........................... #1 in enemieswithbenefits #1 in matureaudience #1 in Italian

**Description:** Isabella Rossi is a fierce bounty hunter with a reputation for bringing in the most elusive targets. When she sets her sights on Tristan De Luca, the enigmatic and ruthless mafia king, she underestimates his obsession. Tristan is captivated by Isabella's defiance and strength. Impressed and entranced, he becomes determined to make her his, no matter the cost. As Isabella fights to bring him down, Tristan's possessive desire forces her into a world of danger and passion she can't escape. In the deadly dance of power and obsession, can Isabella resist the allure of the man she's vowed to destroy? "amore, when i say you're mine......it fucking means you're mine...you're pure soul, your kind heart, your gorgeous body every fucking thing of yours would be mine... and I'd make sure it stays that way" "fuck you asshole.. I'd never be yours, what do you think? am i fucking doll that you can claim? you're a fucking disgusting moron who made my life a living hell! and no matter what I'd escape from you!" will she actually be able to escape from him? read the prologue for a detailed description! and btw I'd write mature scenes here soo not my fault that you wanna read it.. and the bookcover is from pinterest

A Dark Mafia Romance The first time Damien Volkov saw him, the world slowed to a whisper. The boy-no, the young man-stood in the street , books clutched to his chest, dark lashes fluttering as he laughed at something his friend said. A softness surrounded him, something untouched by blood or power. I want him. The thought was immediate, absolute. Damien Volkov was a man who didn't ask. He took. The world bent to his will; cities crumbled at his command. He had killed without hesitation, built an empire on the bones of the weak. Love was nothing but a tool, a weakness he had burned out of himself long ago. His wife, his mistresses, his children-mere obligations. But Luca Ivanov? Luca, with his bright, intelligent eyes and that shy, hesitant smile? Luca, who had no place in Damien's world of blood and brutality? but would He would belong to him.? ---

Cover credit : meha-k "You are married to me now, Violet Stone. Me, The Damian Salvatore. Don't you dare to defy me. I have every right to do each and everything I want to do with you and your body. You belong to me. Get that?" Violet Stone had a loving family but it all went away the moment his eyes fell on her, the mafia leader. How will she survive with him?? Is he as heartless as everyone describes him to be or she will discover a whole new person???

If you don't want to be my wife, then be ready to be my mistress." ~~~~~ An accident shattered Alessia Rossi's life, in ways she never imagined. Just as she starts from scratch, her destroyer returns. Nikolai De Moretti. The Mafia King. Her nightmare. Alessia is his addiction, his obsession, his forbidden fruit. He craves her like a moth to a flame, envious of even the air that touches her. He burns her world to ashes until she has nowhere to run... except into his arms. But Alessia is no longer the naïve girl he destroyed. She returns to him with vengeance burning in her veins. Will she still see Nikolai as an enemy when she discovers the truth, which will break her in ways he never could? When passion ignites, and tempers clash, buried secrets begin to unfold, and the war between Obsession and Revenge begins... ~~~~ Warning: Dark Romance with steamy scenes, 18+ content, slight bdsm, comedy, and lots of love. Move ahead at your own risk.

52 CHAPTERS. (COMPLETED) Savannah Isabelle Romano is a 25 year old doctor who spent her entire life being abused emotionally, mentally and physically by her parents yet she still sees the positive in everything. She's so pure and kind-hearted that even if you run her over, she'd still smile sweetly at you. Owning the top best hospital in the city, she's happy to spend the majority of her time there, helping people. But what happens when life takes a turn and throws her into an unfortunate situation of forced marriage? That too with Adam Ronan Avenetti, a 28 year old 'most wanted' bachelor and a successful CEO. He has everything, looks, power, money, a great supporting family and a beautiful GIRLFRIEND whom he loves a lot. He will stop at nothing to make his 'wife's' life a living hell. Little did he know, she's been through hell and back her entire life. Join their journey of hatred, secrets, pain, happiness and promises. Will this marriage work? Read to find out! **** "I don't love you, get that through your thick skull. You're nothing but a fucking burden on me. I'm not tied down to you. Do whatever the fuck you want and stay away from me." he spat venomously and climbed up the stairs. I stood there, frozen for a while but gulped and composed myself. I'll win him over, my love is enough for the both of us. I won't give up easily. STARTING DATE: 02/22/2019 ENDING DATE: 09/26/2019 #1 in contract (10/29/19) #4 in forced marriage (10/29/19) #2 in contract (12/08/19) #1 in contract (01/28/20) #6 in contract (10/31/21) #18 in Billionaire (06/20/22) #5 in Contract (07/04/22) #2 in Office (16/05/23)

She was an orphan But his arms became her home Zane: Italian Mafia leader Isabella: Simple sweet girl He is ruthless She is so kind He loves to torture people She can't see someone in pain He will have her in any way She will try her best to escape his cage Isabella is unaware of her surroundings. She doesn't know that there is someone else who cares for her more than herself. Strange things have been happening since she started her life in Los Angeles. She feels like someone keeping an eye on her 24/7. Someone deposited ten thousand dollars in her bank account. Zane King loves his baby girl. Since he has seen her, he owns her. No one in Los Angeles has the guts to touch his girl. He made sure that her baby girl was unaware of his presence so he kept his bodyguard around her surroundings. He will meet her soon. Cuz he doesn't want to scare his love now. Will Isabella accept him? #1- forced #1-italian Started on 19 May 22 Ending on 18 May 24

{COMPLETE} When Isabella's wedding ceremony is ruined by the one and only Kyzer Caruso, he kidnaps her and forces her to love him, no matter how long it takes. Even if he has to pull a few strings and share a few secrets that might break her heart. Watch this story unfold as Isabella finds out different things about herself while learning a thing or two about love and how it can come from very unexpected places. *WARNING!! ⚠️ THIS BOOK CONTAINS THEMES THAT MAY BE UPSETTING TO SOME READERS. READ AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS IS ALSO A DARK ROMANCE NOVEL. THIS IS NOT A SLOWBURN NOVEL. THIS IS NOT A SLOWBURN NOVEL. THIS IS NOT A SLOWBURN NOVEL. This book is also more of a romance novel than mafia, fyi!* Book cover by @_navyblueee_ Started; Nov 12, 2021 Finished; Feb 8, 2022