Contemporary Gothic

When Kelly Donovan arrives by ferry on an isolated island in the middle of the Puget Sound, she only wants to paint the mural she has been commissioned to create for the daughter of world-renowned financier and entrepreneur Harrison St. John, and then move on. But from Kelly's first night at the Manor, a mysterious woman in yellow begins to haunt her dreams urging Kelly to "find the truth." Petals from a gardenia, the signature flower of Elizabeth St. John who died tragically in a drowning accident two years earlier, show up on Kelly's pillow that night after night. Like it or not, Kelly is...

A stand-alone dragon shifter romance about a powerful dragon prince are in pursuit of his lifelong mate. Wind Dragon Lilith was born into a family of dragon slayers. When she finally sets eyes on the ultimate prize, Storm, the Wind Dragon, she can’t deny her unexplainable draw to him. Should she kill him to please her family or explore the world that he’s opened up to her? If you like raw emotions, royal dragon-shifter romances, insta-love, steamy romantic encounters, and page-turning love stories, you’ll love the Element Dragon series. Author’s note: This is a steamy romance with ...

We have a dark past, and now he is my sworn protector. My whole life, I wanted to be someone. I left the drudgery of my small-town life for a coveted job in New York City. But the past has a way of catching up with you. If I want to prove myself, I need to go back to Salem and wrap up some business. Running into Marcel Forrester wasn’t part of the plan, and bittersweet memories of the past have left me both frightened and intrigued. His big blues eyes, powerful position, and strong presence make me feel safe. But I can't get involved with someone like him. He has sworn to protect me ...

The immortals are facing a new challenge as the nightmares plaguing them turn into reality. Iver and Isabelle have enjoyed a short respite from attacks by the demon forces and business responsibilities in New York. Now, safely ensconced in Balmorton Castle in the Scottish Highlands, they turn their focus to the birth of their babies. A demon of massive proportions is coming. When Jax and Isabelle are captured, the immortals find themselves journeying on a path never traveled by demons or angels. Deep in the abyss, there is only one creature that exists, and they are about to meet. Will the ...

Rivulet (Web of Hearts and Souls Book 11) – A Gripping Paranormal Romance "When death shadows your path, your only defense is adrenaline..." Drenched in secrets, bound by fate, and haunted by the past, Genevieve "Indie" Falcon's world is anything but ordinary. Night terrors plague her sleep, and the chilling touch of her emotions manifests in ways she cannot control. But when a near-fatal accident brings her darkest fears to life, Indie is thrust into a mystery that spans centuries—one tied to a love that defies time itself. Set against a backdrop of eerie visions, supernatural forces, ...

With their magic diminishing, warring factions of New Orleans witches desperately search for the Book of the Unwinding - a legendary grimoire, hidden by spells, that holds the key to unimaginable powers. As a ruthless struggle erupts in a maelstrom of malevolent magic, psychic Nathalie Boudreau finds her destiny intertwined with that of an exiled witch. Her name is Alice Marin, a vulnerable young woman trapped in a realm of illusion. Only Nathalie can free her, but first she must come to understand and master her own extraordinary abilities.

I can’t remember anything since the accident, but a stranger with dark eyes haunts my dreams. Can he reach me in time? I was recruited for a top-secret mission, and I was at the top of my game. Dex Rousseau, my instructor and handler, liked me the most out of all the recruits. He had captivating ways of making that very clear. My only regret was leaving him behind, but we had known our affair was going to end the day my placement began. My mission was simple: I was supposed to live in Germany until I was activated. That all changed when my memories were erased. Racing against a threat ...

"Love in Stitches:" "She gave him life. He taught her how to live." When a brilliant young doctor saves a comatose man through radical surgery, she finds herself falling for her own creation, challenging the boundaries of medicine, ethics, and love. Dr. Victoria Frankenstein, a prodigy in neurosurgery, takes an unprecedented risk to save John Doe, a man ravaged by a rare brain cancer. Her radical procedure is a success, but as she helps John rediscover life, she finds herself drawn to his innocent wonder and gentle spirit. Their growing love defies medical ethics and societal norms, forcing...

Mafia boss Nick Pitucco was forced to leave behind the woman he loved eleven years ago due to a business agreement made by his father with a rival. Now, after stumbling upon Kinsley's profile on the Wife for Hire Agency, he sees it as a chance to win her heart in their marriage of convenience. But their life in the dangerous mafia underworld is far from smooth sailing. As they navigate through problems and keep secrets from each other, Nick's obsession with Kinsley only intensifies. When his business partner meets with Kinsley instead of him, things turn dark quickly. The extended version ...

In my world, a bride can be given...or she can be taken. When Winter O'Brien was given to me, she thought she had a say in the matter. She was wrong. She is my bride. Mine to claim, mine to punish, and mine to use as shamefully as I please. The sting of my belt on her bare bottom will teach her to obey, but obedience is just the beginning. I will demand so much more.

There is another school for children who fall through doors and fall back out again. It isn't as friendly as Eleanor West's Home for Wayward Children. And it isn't as safe. When Eleanor West decided to open her school, her sanctuary, her "Home for Wayward Children", she knew from the beginning that there would be children she couldn’t save; when Cora decides she needs a different direction, a different fate, a different prophecy, Miss West reluctantly agrees to transfer her to the other school.

I became alpha of the London dragon shifters when I was young. Too young, really… Even after centuries, I still don’t want the responsibility that comes with power. Maybe that’s why some claim I’m still a bit of a bad boy and a womanizer. An important artifact was stolen, and it’s up to me to get it back. My pack is depending on me to be a real leader. However, working with a criminal was never in my plan. She makes something inside of me unexpectedly stir. Those eyes. That voice. That BODY! How am I supposed to trust her? Also, how am I supposed to live without her? Books in this...

If it was still beating. Angus MacKay has been undead for almost 500 years and it's not often something, or someone, surprises him. Until Emma Wallace. The sight of this luscious agent from the CIA's elite Stake-Out team was enough to stop Angus in his tracks. But then he discovers that she's a vampire slayer, intent on killing the "monsters" who killed her parents. And it's Angus's job to stop her.

An all-new collection of eight "Vampire for Hire" short stories featuring everyone's favorite vampire detective, Samantha Moon! It’s all inside, including: Vampire Requiem - Samantha Moon gets up close and personal with her dead ex-husband’s mistress, Nancy, who might be a woman who knows too much. Moon Love - Sam and Kingsley Fulcrum set their sights on a romantic weekend getaway to Big Bear, California, only to find themselves on the hunt for a runaway boy. Moon Musings - Sam is back and... blogging? Turns out the vampire mama has a lot to say on the subject of life, death, and ...

What if Edgar Allan Poe's masterpieces happened in our world? Step into five chilling retellings that transport Poe's most terrifying tales into the 21st century, where ancient horrors take on frightening new forms. From sterile hospital corridors to corporate boardrooms, from contaminated mansions to digital graveyards, these stories prove that the human capacity for guilt, obsession, and revenge transcends any era. "The Monitor" - A night-shift nurse's paranoia spirals into murder, where the tell-tale heart becomes the relentless beeping of medical equipment, and guilt echoes through ...

An ancient curse and unbridled passion will change the Dragon Prince’s life forever. Dax Veskovic is a reckless, aloof playboy who spends his time doing whatever—and whomever—he wants. He has zero cares in the world. That is until his father, the Dragon King, orders him to assist with a charity event, urging him to spend time with people outside of his social circle. Becca Dillon is the owner of New Horizons, a non-profit organization that helps improve the lives of orphaned Gifted children and teenagers. The organization has a lot of difficulties raising money. When the Dragon King ...

I never had a choice in the matter. When I was turned into a vampire, I fell right into line, just like a good soldier. It never occurred to me to question the vampire regent or his ways. It never dawned on me that we were just puppets in a game even he didn’t understand. I might have been oblivious forever if I had not been recruited for a confidential mission. But South Africa had something else in store for me, something I had never anticipated. I might have forgotten the life I’d left behind. But then Lara showed up and threw everything into a tailspin. Now my past and present are ...

Whose screams are keeping me awake? A nonsensical phone call from a powerful witch was the last thing I needed just before a work trip to tour my hotels. It’s bad enough that I’m not getting enough sleep. I’m a powerful vampire and pride myself on making sound business decisions. I should have listened more carefully when my assistant presented me with an opportunity I couldn’t refuse. I also should have refused. This deal is a mess, but I can’t stay away. I’m drawn there by something I don’t understand, and no matter how many times I try to walk away, I keep going back. How ...

As a fox shifter, I was meant to fulfill a great prophecy. All I needed to do was find my mate and watch the magic unfold—or so it is written. The powerful warlock must have had a good chuckle when he doled out that power—the Jagger foxes were meant to fail, me most of all. Nothing has ever come easily for me—particularly not love. So why should finding my mate be any different? It shouldn’t be this hard, not when Jordan is already a fighter by nature, but the universe won’t let us win so easily. But mates can’t be kept apart, not at any cost. One way or another, we’ll find ...

Asset File 4-7: Elizabeth Watkins. Genotype: Non-Human. That's the only information Jayson Masters has about his newest assignment. To learn more, he'll need to infiltrate her life in the most intimate of ways without getting too close. Game on. Lizzie's new neighbor is loud, seductive, and ridiculously attractive. And he keeps flirting with her. With the recent death of a close friend hanging over her head, Lizzie tentatively agrees to a new friendship in hopes of ignoring her broken heart.