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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—for 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—beneath them, between them, bent over backwards for them . . . but certainly not beside them.And I don’t think that’s going to work for me.***The Brutes of Bristlebrook is a dark(ish) post-apocalyptic, steamy reverse harem romance trilogy, 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—a full description of which can be found on my author website.Ensnared is book 1 of 3. Book 2, Entangled, is currently out and book 3 will be out ASAP in 2024.

Because bad things happen....When Sophie and Amber leave their college campus and travel across the state in pursuit of love, they find lust instead. Or rather, the lustful, sadistic man they know only as Ben.Abducted and held within Ben's dirty garage, things rapidly turn grim for Sophie and Amber who are repeatedly tortured, raped and abused in horrific ways--physically, mentally and emotionally. With an unquenchable thirst for savagery, Ben's brutality increases with each passing day, leaving the poor young women entirely at his mercy. Unfortunately for them, his ability to be merciful is about as limited as his supply of morals.Will Sophie and Amber find a way to escape? Will they survive the depravity? Or will their lives end there in Ben's deplorable man cave?

The Ruinous Love Trilogy Series 1-3Collections Set 3 BooksButcher & Blackbird: 9781638931737Leather & Lark: 9781638931799Scythe & Sparrow:9781638931812by Brynne WeaverAbout the AuthorNew York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author and TikTok sensation with works sold worldwide in over eighteen languages to date, Brynne Weaver has traveled the world, taken in more stray animals than her husband would probably prefer, and nurtured her love for dark comedies, horror, and romance in both literature and film. During all her adventures, the constant thread in Brynne’s life has been writing. With nine published works and counting, Brynne has made her mark in the literary world by blending irreverent dark comedy, swoon-worthy romance, and riveting suspense to create genre-breaking, addictive stories for readers to escape into.The viral TikTok friends-to-lovers dark romantic comedy full of murder, chaos, and sizzling chemistry--unlike anything you've read before.When a chance encounter sparks an unlikely bond between rival murderers Sloane and Rowan, they find something elusive--the friendship of two like-minded, pitch-black souls who just happen to enjoy killing other serial killers.From small-town West Virginia to upscale California, and from downtown Boston to rural Texas, the two hunters collide in an annual game of blood and suffering, one that pits them against the most dangerous monsters in the country.But as their friendship develops into something more, the restless ghosts left in their wake are only a few steps behind, ready to claim more than just their newfound love. Can Rowan and Sloane dig themselves out of a game of graves?Or have they finally met their match?Tropes:Golden retriever x black catHe falls firstTouch him/her and dieFriends to loversForced proximityOne bedBrief Description:Contract killer Lachlan Kane wants a quiet life working in his leather studio and forgetting all about his traumatic past. But when he botches a job for his boss's biggest client, Lachlan knows he'll never claw his way out of the underworld. At least, not until songbird Lark Montague offers him a deal: use his skills to hunt down a killer and she'll find a way to secure his freedom. The catch? He has to marry her first. And they can't stand each other. Indie singer-songwriter Lark is the sunshine and glitter that burns through every cloud and clings to every crevice that Lachlan Kane tries to hide inside. The surly older brother of her best friend's soulmate, Lachlan thinks she's just a privileged princess, but Lark has plenty of secrets hiding in the shadows of her bright light. With her formidable family in a tailspin and her best friend's happiness on the line, she's willing to make a vow to the man she's determined to hate, no matter how tempting the broody assassin might be. As Lachlan and Lark navigate the dark world that binds them together, it becomes impossible to discern their fake marriage from a real one. But it's not just familiar dangers that haunt them. There's another phantom lurking on their doorstep. And this one has come for blood.

After spending the vast majority of my life lonely, I came to this town to find answers about my mother, and instead, stumbled upon a secret society full of monsters I never knew existed outside of dark tales.Now I've built a sanctuary, gotten in the middle of an ages-old feud between various monster factions, and somehow ended up with an ancient, queen-like tyrant targeting me, because my life sucks sometimes.I don't know how these things keep happening to me. They just do.Tensions keep climbing, and everyone's on edge while waiting and watching to see what Idun Neopry does next.In the midst of all that, the secrets spill, the lies unravel, and the half-truths finally come to full fruition. It's been one hellish snowball ride to make it this far, and I'm mostly ready for anything that comes next.That's a lie, actually. But I'd like for it to be the truth. For now, hoping for the best is all I have. Well, I guess that's a lie too. Hope's not all I have.I also have a Van Helsing, who can slay a small army without wrinkling his shirt. Then there's a Morpheous, who can toy with my mind in ways I never imagined. I've got a wolf, who makes it a goal to keep me human-ish. And there's a vampire, who enjoys killing and stabbing.Ancient alphas, old vendettas, super-complicated histories, mass-death threats, and a lot of personal baggage. That's become a Tuesday morning coffee break to me by now.Like I said, my life sucks sometimes.**Reverse Harem Romance**Language Warning**Adult content**Dark Humor

"Holy dark and delicious angst. Carian Cole did not hold back. I dare you not to shed a tear." ?L.J. Shen, USA Today & Wall Street Journal bestselling author of VICIOUS My innocence was stolen when I was abducted at five years old. For eleven years I held on by clinging to childhood fairytales. I waited for a prince to someday save me and carry me off to a happily ever after. I had no idea my saviour would come as a scarred recluse, covered in tattoos, who can't-or won't-speak a word. Nevertheless, the moment our eyes met I knew he was the one.? My prince. With his bare hands, he killed the monster who kept me captive. But people have a way of distorting the truth when the hero looks like a villain. As it turns out, Tyler Grace is many things: A myth. An outcast. A nightmare. Haunted by tragedy, he lives secluded in the forest. Some say they see him ride through town at night-straddling a black motorcycle, his face covered by a skeletal mask. I've been warned to stay away, yet I can't stop thinking about him. I ache to hear his voice. And I want nothing more than to break through his walls. I know he's the only one who can break through mine. Do we dare dream of a love that once felt impossible to find? Or will only our horrible, twisted past tie us together? ?Fans of angsty romance from Lauren Asher and Mia Sheridan will be hooked by this emotional novel following two broken souls connected by a dark, haunting past.

Remember when seeing ghosts was my biggest problem?I miss those days.Now, I’m magically bonded (shackled) to a creature of unlimited destructive power. He insists we are destined for each other and that I will belong to him.If that wasn’t enough, I’ve been kidnapped by another destructive creature – the one I’m supposed to help kill. Awkward, I know.It’s rapidly becoming clear that I’m at the center of their tangled web of lies.A smart person would act meek and play along in hopes of surviving.Too bad I’m an idiot.There is a fury within me that is becoming harder to contain, and I refuse to be controlled by these overbearing (attractive) men.I will escape him, whether he wants me to or not.

Vampire’s Mate:After losing the woman he loved in a demonic war, Marcus is content to live out his immortal days serving his king and waiting for a curse to claim his soul. When the vampire learns the Gods have stepped in and given him another chance, he might embrace it except she is human, and he is in no mood to explain his fangs.Left at the altar, Cassandra swears off all relationships. But when a sexy stranger who has been interrupting her sleep shows up for real, she is catapulted into a reality she never imagined existed.Something evil is coming to claim Marcus. Cassie isn’t ready for what being his mate means until his life is threatened. To protect him she must become immortal. Refusing may cost her even more.Dragon’s Fate:One touch will prove fatal.Caleb is dark, hot, and commanding in human form. As a dragon, he’s a force to be reckoned with. When he witnesses the slave Lileta being beaten by his Overlord Odage, he nearly comes unglued. Without understanding why, he asks to take Lileta as his own, but soon realizes his longing is more than an attraction to a beautiful woman. In a sick twist of fate, the gods have given him a demon as his mate—one he can never touch unless he wishes his own death.His only choice is to grant her freedom.Abducted as a teen, and later purchased by a dragon Overlord, Lileta’s venomous touch remains her only safeguard as a slave. When the demon’s rebellious nature brings about a brutal punishment, Caleb steps in and takes her as his own. As if having the sexy dragon save the day isn’t bad enough, she soon realizes they are destined to be together.Mating is out of the question.The abduction of a goddess intertwines their paths once again, spiraling them to the brink of passion. Unable to resist their fatal desire, the two must trust fate and hope they don’t destroy each other.Vampire’s Kiss:He’s no guardian angel.Being the first vampire Guardian ever created, Seth Ruiz struggles with his identity. While his sanity balances on a razor’s edge, it’s only a matter of time before he succumbs to the evil inside him. When realization strikes that the fiery Kaitlyn belongs to him, he must not only battle his past demons, but fight his desire to claim her or chance killing them both.She’s a demon slayer.Handed a dagger as a child, Kaitlyn O’Hara has slaughtered demons her entire life. It should come as no surprise that she is also destined to save a crazy vampire. When fate reveals her true identity, she must search her heart for the courage to move forward.Katie holds the key to help save humanity. With Seth’s dark side edging closer, he prays he can keep it together long enough to protect her through the challenges she must face. However, he could prove to be her biggest threat.He fights his desire to claim her. She battles to save him. Together they wage war to protect humanity. Survival may come at a price.READ THE WHOLE SERIES -also available as audiobooks!Book 1: Vampire’s MateBook 2: Dragon’s FateBook 3: Vampire’s KissBook 4: Demon’s DestinyBook 5: HadesBook 6: Vampire’s DesireBook 7: Vampire’s QueenBook 8: Vampire’s PromiseKeywords:  fantasy romance, fantasy, hot burn romance, paranormal romance, PNR, steamy romance, complete series, mythology, Gods, demons, Hades, hot, alpha hero, first in series, vampire romance, dragon shifters, alpha paranormal, steamy vampire romance, vampire romance books for adults, dark vampire romance, second chance romance

I’m not the hero of this story.I’m a bad man whose soul is stained by countless horrible acts.But I always wanted to do right by Zara.She was young when I helped her escape a situation that would have surely destroyed her. Despite feeling compelled to protect her, I kept my distance in hopes she would find happiness and make a life for herself far away from me.Unfortunately, she can’t escape the ghosts of her past any more than I can.Zara doesn’t know what a good man is, and I don’t know how to be one. Yet, when she looks at me, with unwavering trust and understanding, I want to be better.I want to DO better... for her.Keeping her means that we must go to the Novus Pack where I know that she will be protected from her past and most importantly…from me.

He might have thought the goth metal band, A Scrotal Eclipse of the Heart, was the worst thing to come to Forbidden. But then his ex showed up. All Anna wants is to sneak in and out of Forbidden without having to see James. She'll go to enormous lengths to do this, even staying on the edges of town in the revamped asylum. But her visit becomes more than she'd bargained for when she stumbles on a B&B guest in a one-person naked picnic. James never got over Anna, and for good reason--she left without a goodbye. But as her matchmaking granny thrusts them together and a rambunctious metal goth band wreaks havoc in the bed and breakfast, he's going to have to save her from killer bunnies and reclaim Anna as his mate. Bound to Forbidden is the third stand-alone book in the Forbidden Shifters series. Do you love hilarious hijinks, steamy love scenes, and hot alphas who aren't afraid to ask for a second chance? Of course you do.;) Get Bound to Forbidden for a suspenseful shifter story you won't want to put down!

"THE OUTLANDER meets THE BLACK DAGGER BROTHERHOOD, anyone?"Immerse yourself in the addictive world of Tamara Rose Blodgett's bestselling series, praised as:"...addicting as sin. get this one big time..." by Eric Thornton and acclaimed for its "very suspenseful" and "desperately dark world" by avid readers.From the renowned author of New York Times, USA TODAY, Top 100, and #1 Dark Fantasy bestsellers, prepare for a pulse-pounding journey filled with suspense and dark intrigue. A #2 Historical Fantasy bestselling series!Join Edwin as he presses for a journey to his home clan of Cape Cod, where The Rite of the Select will unfold. Accompanied by Philip, whose future with Calia hangs in uncertainty, they face daunting challenges that threaten their destinies.Adahy, torn between his Band heritage and Iroquois roots, grapples with the weight of his past sins and a forbidden passion for Elise, a fractured soul who discovers his hidden vulnerability. As war, protection, and survival shape his existence, Adahy must confront his inner demons to embrace love.Amid unexpected threats and new adversaries, Adahy and Elise unite to confront a sinister evil that tests their resilience and bonds. Meanwhile, Calia and Philip navigate obstacles to their happiness as external forces conspire against their union.Don't miss the chance to unravel their fate. This gripping, full-length novel will keep you on the edge of your seat, download your copy today!Tropes: Abduction, New Adult Romance, Alpha Hero, Angsty, Anti-Hero, Band of Brothers, Bully, Captivity, Dark Romance, Enemies-to-lovers, First Love, Forbidden Love, Forced Proximity, Found Family, Poly (3+ people), Protector, Romantic Suspense, Scars, Slow Burn, Stalker, Survival, Taboo, Tortured Past, Touch Her And Die, Tragic, Vengeance, V-card Hero, Why Choose, dark fantasy, paranormal romance, dystopian, underworld, True Blood, Blade, bounty enforcer, near-future world, dangerous underworld, unexpected alliances, survival, unputdownable journey, conflicting choices, complex game, opposing forces, gripping narrative, danger lurks, unexpected alliances, key to survival