Kirjahaku

If one goes down, we all go down. Instead of being killed, though, I'm sent to England with my best friend. Gael, Vadik, River, and Caleb have made a deal I can't change. They awakened me and now I'm nothing. One moment, I'm in England, the next, I'm back at Crude Hill, in my Monsters' house, at their mercy. They've traded my friend for me, but they've trusted the wrong people. My men aren't boys anymore, but Monsters who know how to torture. The threat to my life should've been over, but their own mistakes are about to surface. I'm their only weakness and it's a race against time to find their enemies first. There are four of them and one of me. It should be easy. But it's been a long time since I've fought for my life. Only now, I've got to fight for a future I once thought was dead. This is the concluding part of Emily, Gael, Vadik, River, and Caleb's story. Crude Hill High will continue in other books.

After forgetting his anniversary, Devil knows he has got to do something serious to make it up to Lexie. She puts up with all of his shit and everything with the club, he doesn't want her to ever doubt his love for her. Using his new-found friendship with the Billionaires to call in a favor, he knows this will be an anniversary she'll never forget. For the longest time, Lexie has had to deal with one threat after another, knowing Devil will always be by her side. During that time, she's gotten older and with it, insecurities have started to build. Can Devil wipe away all her worries? Will this be an anniversary of a lifetime? Two lovers forever, or are they?This is a quick short story of a man devoted to his woman and willing to do anything to make it up to her. He knows she'll do anything for him and their kids. It's his turn to show her that she means the world to him. **Tabitha and Simon teaser included to whet your appetite for their story.

Just out of a bad marriage, Ava isn't looking for love. She's ready to live her own life in a new town, opening a bakery. She never expected to cross paths with Smokey, the dangerous president of the Hell's Bastards MC. Smokey wants the curvy blonde sitting alone at the bar, and he always gets what he wants. From the start, he explains it's just sex, nothing else. Ava doesn't expect more and promises herself she won't fall in love with the bad biker, but Smokey gets under her skin. He can't let her go, and now he thinks she works for his enemy. The pain of his punishment will stay with her forever. When the truth comes out, Smokey knows he's hurt the only woman he's ever cared about. After he loses her, he has no choice but to win her back. Ava won't give in, though. He hurt her, shattered her trust, and destroyed her heart. How can he win what he broke?

I'm a no one, the daughter of a mistress. My life was spared to keep my best friend Emily safe. Now she's back with her men, and I've been taken by Earl Valentine-the Beast. The Monsters' Crew sold me to him, and all he wants is my virginity. I'd die for Emily, so giving my body to this man is easy. But Earl's not in any kind of rush. He wants to make me beg, to shatter all my defenses so all I can think about is him. No matter how hard I fight, I'm not trained to hate. With each touch, he makes me crave. With every kiss, I fall a little deeper. Under his spell, I have no power. He wants me enough to fight for me. I may have fallen for the Beast, but he's also mine. I just don't realize how much. Can I truly tame the Beast? Or is he acting the part to get me where he wants?

Diego Leoni is used to getting what he wants. He's one of the best capos the outfit has to offer. Anyone who betrays the outfit, he kills. His first wife knows about that. Belle Johnson is alone in the city, trying to prove her independence. Blinded in an accident as a child, she can't rely on anyone. Now, abandoned in a nightclub by her friends, she has to call for help. And Diego answers, being the sweet, kind man, who helps her home. Diego knows he can't keep Belle forever. She doesn't know who he really is, and there's no way to tell her that the person she's having sex with is also part of the mafia. Violence is in his blood, and yet, when he's with Belle, the darkness fades away, leaving just the two of them. The only problem is, he's already engaged to another woman, one whom he doesn't want. But he can't let Belle go. The only solution is to get Belle pregnant and keep her in his world-without ever letting her know exactly who he is. But secrets don't stay hidden forever...

Easton Long can't go on. He's tired of the lies, and the only break he gets is at the bottom of a bottle. However, The Four Kings don't accept failure. He can't fuck up. Thrown into rehab, Easton can't hide from the truth any longer. His only solace is with his long-dead girlfriend.The past is catching up with him.Scarlett Knight never wanted to see Easton again. He broke her heart, shattered her soul, and left her with nothing. But with him back in her life, she can't ignore him.Easton knows he fucked up but he can't lose her again. He's willing to do whatever it takes to show her he's not the asshole who broke her heart.The only problem? She's married to an amazing guy, one who makes Easton feel part of their family. There's no way he can break them up. Is there a chance for him to find his place in their world without breaking it apart? Nothing has ever meant more to Easton than making his new life work, but how can he walk away from the past, when it still hangs around?

TWO books in one BULLIED BY THE ALPHA Abused and expelled from her pack for being fat, Cassie has to find a new alpha, one that is willing to take her with her flaws. She has heard of Abel, an alpha with a bad temper, who was expelled from his original pack and created his own in some mysterious way. She can only hope he will accept her. Every person Abel takes into his pack has some flaw that has been rejected by others, but he doesn't see flaws, just beauty. When he first sees Cassie, he knows he wants her. He senses the darkness and the strength inside her, and he has no choice but to use every single means possible to make her crack, so that she can use the strength that now terrifies her. Only by pushing her is he able to get under her skin and unleash the power that Cassie holds. But Abel's needs come flooding him. He's the alpha, meant to be strong. No woman has ever been able to handle him. Has he found that woman in Cassie? Can she handle his brand of control? His need to protect? ALPHA BEASTThe eldest son of a warring mafia pack, Liam Wolf must secure peace by marrying the enemy's only daughter, Jenny Luca. With long white hair and gray eyes, she cannot turn into a wolf. She talks to herself, and strange things happen around her. To many, she is a source of ridicule, but after one look, one scent, Liam is hooked. Jenny has always known she was different. Like her mother and grandmother, she inherited the ability to see the dead. They come to her or just wander around. Many fear her gift, so she tries to hide it. Liam is not afraid, but enchanted. Their packs have judged her harshly, and nothing will stop him from claiming her as his wife. When one of his warehouses is burned down, it's up to Liam to find out what went wrong, especially when Jenny discovers the spirits-and a monster who intends harm. Can Liam save her in time, or will she fall prey to the curse in her family?

TWO books in one MATED TO HER BULLY Lucas has been cruel to Mabel for as long as she can remember. So discovering he's her mate is the cruelest twist of fate. There's no way she'll mate with him. Instead, she runs away to the city, hoping never to bond with him. When Lucas's dad interferes as the Alpha and tries to reunite the two, she attempts to sever all ties with Lucas and deny him as her mate. As the leader's son, Lucas knows every loophole and demands the chance for reconciliation. He wasn't good to her, but he wants the chance to make it right. She's his mate, and against all odds, they are destined to be together. Mabel has no choice but to follow the rules, and Lucas is a changed man. As a boy, he was a bully. Now he's a man intent on winning his mate, and it isn't a game. He wants Mabel by his side for the rest of their lives. Even if it means breaking down the wall she's built around her heart. HIS TO PLAY WITH After hunters destroy her home and kill some of her pack, Holly will do whatever it takes to protect those who remain. Even if it means losing her virginity to someone who isn't her mate-a mean, temperamental wolf who lives alone. Damon doesn't like packs, but from the moment he sees Holly, he wants her. There's just something about this curvy wolf. All she has to do is submit to him. He can have her body, but she vows to hate him. As long as she's in his bed, on her knees, or in any position he wants her, he doesn't care if she loathes him. Her pack can stay if she agrees to belong to him. But what will happen when the full moon comes? Hunters are closing in, and the pack brings trouble. Is Damon strong enough to fight them all off for her?

Coming from a town run by his family, Preston Boone has wanted to prove everything isn't handed to him. He's achieved all his goals, showing them he can make it on his own. But now, with his parents celebrating a big wedding anniversary, he knows they're going to parade all the eligible women in front of him. A little white lie of an engagement couldn't hurt, could it? Eliza Drake hates her good-looking, workaholic boss. After one night of tequila, she's fake engaged to her boss. For one month, she has to play the role of a happy fianc e, and in return, she'll never worry about her job ever again. One month of sharing a bed, of accepting Preston's kisses, and the feel of his arms ... nothing could go wrong, right? Sometimes love is in the most obvious of places, but will these two crazy lovebirds figure it out?

It's Christmas at The Skulls and you're invited. When it came to Emily, Blaine messed up. He knocked her up and wasn't there for her. He went off the deep end and lost everything including his woman and his daughter. He owes Angel everything for bringing his girls back into his life. Emily has tried to forget the past and move on but she can't. Blaine is back to being the man she fell in love with but for how long? Can she trust him? There are so many questions that she can't answer. It's the time for forgiving. Blaine's determined to prove to Emily he's not going anywhere. He's back and he's taking her as his wife. Will she accept or leave him for good? Nothing is ever certain at The Skulls

Seven years ago, Gash was sent to prison on false rape and murder charges. He put the club first, but now it's time for him to get his revenge. There's one woman from his past who may have all the answers: Charlotte. But is she also to blame for his imprisonment? From the first moment Charlotte saw Gash, she fell in love with him. He was a hardened biker, but she saw something inside him that touched her heart. Now time has damaged both of them, and neither is the same. As they dig deeper into the past, Gash realizes Charlotte is not guilty and was hurt, too, by his enemies. Revenge matters even more now, for her sake, and now that Charlotte is in his life, he's not going to let her go. When their enemy's identity is revealed, will Gash risk Charlotte's life, or will he let Master go to protect the woman he loves?

When Baker first saw Millie, he truly believed he was ready to start afresh. The death of his wife and child had left him hollow. It was time to start over and leave his old life behind, without looking back. Millie was used to coming last in everything, forever second best. There was no way she'd be able to compete with a ghost, so she let Baker go. But years have passed, and Baker is no longer a lost soul. He intends to show Millie the real man he has become. He's determined to have a future with Millie. With the help of his family, The Skulls, he knows he'll claim her as his old lady, and his wife in the end. With The Skulls at his back, there's no chance of failing. Everything seems to fall into place. Baker has Millie right where he wants her, in his heart, and in his bed. When her sister turns up, trouble comes with her. Can Baker convince Millie that he'll stick by her? Will Bethany come between them? It's time for Millie to find out what it's like to have The Skulls at her back. No one attacks a Skull and gets away with it, and Millie is a Skull, Baker's old lady, and part of the family.

Alex Greco hates her husband. To keep the peace between her crime lord father and the Greco mafia's boss, she's forced to marry his son, Roman. He's cold and has a reputation for hurting those close to him. There is no wedding night, and the first months of their marriage are awful. Roman doesn't want a wife, and certainly not an outsider who doesn't know their ways. Unlike the women he's used to, Alex thinks for herself and isn't afraid to tell him no. He plans to prove she isn't a sweet innocent, and he orders his friends to seduce her to show she's not worthy of him. When her life is endangered, it is up to Roman to save her and the peace pact between their families. By his father's order, he has to make this stubborn woman fall in love with him. Her husband is not as cold and callous as Alex originally thought. He's a monster to everyone but her, and she never expected to fall in love with him. She didn't count on finding out he was a liar, either. His father told him to make her fall in love with him, but how far was he willing to go?

I was never supposed to marry Andrei Belov. He was meant to marry my beautiful sister. But she did something very wrong to have the man in charge of the Volkov Bratva change his mind. Now I'm married to a man many call a monster. He ignores me. I mean nothing to him. I'm trapped and alone in a loveless marriage. My parents don't care. They have what they want. Andrei doesn't like it when I have friends. He doesn't like it when others take care of me. He claims not to have slept with my sister, but Bethany is still around to cause me trouble, to make me doubt. It all starts with a kiss to get what I want. If I kiss him, I'll get a reward, but soon the game changes. I'm Andrei Belov's wife. In this world, no one is safe, especially not me. I didn't know it, but I have an enemy, one that wants me dead no matter the cost. I wasn't supposed to marry into this family, but now, there is no way out.