His to Keep

His to Keep

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When mafia princess Sutton is finally reunited with Nicolai Marković, the best friend she never thought she'd see again, everything comes crashing down around them when she's forced into a marriage with a man she isn't in love with. Will they find a way to defeat the Ring, or will she be trapped in the cycle she's been trying to escape for the rest of her life?Season 2 of the His Duology***Mafia princess Sutton has always wanted freedom. Freedom to choose her own life and claim her happily-ever-after with her best friend, Nicolai. But being a mafia princess means sacrifice. Torn between loyalty to her family and her love for Nicolai, Sutton becomes trapped in an arranged marriage to save her father. Nicolai wants Sutton to be happy, even if it means without him. Heartbroken at losing his true love, Nicolai struggles to move on. But after he learns that Sutton's soon-to-be husband doesn't have her best interests in mind, and something dangerous is brewing, he knows he must protect Sutton before everything comes crashing down around her. As Sutton and Nicolai meet up for risky rendezvous and the wedding nears, Nicolai fights to unravel the tangled web of lies and get Sutton back in his arms. Will Nicolai defeat the mafia, or will they be trapped forever? This time, Sutton's not his to steal, but his to keep.WARNING: This story contains content that depicts violence and mentions of drugs, sexual harassment, profanity, abuse, and strong language that may be upsetting for some readers. Reader discretion is advised.***Weekly updates on Fridays. Wait & read for free, or unlock with coins-the choice is yours!…

His to Steal

His to Steal

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When a dangerous encounter thrusts mafia princess Sutton into the path of her ex-best friend, Nicolai, she must decide if she can trust him or if he's the reason someone wants her dead.Season 1 of the His Duology***Nicolai Marković is just trying to get by. He's part of one of the most powerful organized crime rings in New York City, but not because he wants to be. He just has nowhere else to go. His life hasn't been the same since he was exiled from a rival crime syndicate three years ago, leaving behind his best friend-and the only girl he's ever loved. And he's stayed away from her since, just as he swore he would. But when fate reunites them and he sees her nearly get killed leaving her father's club, he does what he has to do to save her.Suddenly, he's pulled into a tangled web of secrets, lies, and twisted history that he never saw coming. And she wants nothing to do with him-the boy who abandoned her without a trace. Not anymore. She's no longer his to protect, but now that she's in danger, it becomes clear that she might just be his to steal.…

Cruel Trust

Cruel Trust

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Charlotte Jameson has overcome the cruelest of tragedies, but nothing prepares her to face a stalker. The mysterious BMW following her isn't the only uncertainty tormenting her. She is torn between the man who has always been there for her as he pulls away and the one whose job it is to help her as he draws closer. As if fueled by the growing chasm in her relationships, the stalker grows bolder, leaving Charlotte to fear for her life and forcing her to question if anyone is worthy of her limitless trust. Special thanks to @CrystalJJohnson for my beautiful new cover! ♥️PREVIOUSLY KNOWN AS TRUST. TW: Sexual assault, miscarriage, emotional abuse, mental health struggles.…

Shadow and Stars

Shadow and Stars

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THIS STORY WILL BECOME FREE ON OCTOBER 9, 2023!|2021 + 2022 WATTY'S SHORTLIST|Face your dark side before it comes looking for you. When Camryn Young's boyfriend insists he's caught her cheating, that's just the first in a chain of accusations of betrayals and wrongdoings. There's only one problem...Camryn can't remember doing any of it. Feeling as if she's losing her grip on reality, Camryn is certain things can't get any worse. That is until she ignites a fire with nothing more than her mind in front of a peculiar boy she hardly knows. Now, Camryn must face the possibility that she doesn't know who she really is or what she is capable of. And that just maybe, a dark magic is working to destroy her life.**Thank you to the amazing @CrystalJJohnson for the beautiful cover!*…

Not the Only One (Book 1 in the Four of Us Trilogy)

Not the Only One (Book 1 in the Four of Us Trilogy)

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When we don't know who to turn to, sometimes we turn to the ones we least expect.Luke Salazar is a senior at Bay High School, and he's been pushed, shoved, and shut out for most of his life. Miles Jefferson has been the ringleader of a lot of that torment, but he has secrets that no one else knows. Rachel Cross is the only person who has ever really seemed to give Luke the time of day, and even though she seems perfect on the outside, there's a storm brewing deep inside her. Brooke Kane, Rachel's best friend, has a somewhat icy exterior, but low self-worth that she pushes so far down even Rachel can't see it. Told from four different points of view, the tangled web will begin to unravel, secrets will be revealed, and bonds will be forged in unlikely places. Can these kids save each other before they reach their breaking points? *there will be some language & mature themes throughout**COMPLETED*VERY special thanks to @CrystalJJohnson for making my new cover!#TheCosmicAwards2019…

Still the One (Book 2 in the Four of Us Trilogy)

Still the One (Book 2 in the Four of Us Trilogy)

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**ATTENTION! This is a sequel to Not the Only One. Please please don't read any further until you read it! - SPOILERS ahead! All of the characters will be returning in some form for the sequel**It's been two and a half years since Miles and Luke Salazar became overnight millionaires. Miles and Rachel Cross have moved to Tallahassee for college while Luke and Brooke stayed behind in Panama City Beach. But they're finding out quickly that life changes after high school. It's tough out there in the real world, and they're confronting the possibility that love may not always be all you need. *There will be language throughout and non-graphic depiction of drug use, and minor sensual situations*Thank you to @CrystalJJohnson for the amazing new cover!…

One in a Million (Book 3 in the Four of Us Trilogy)

One in a Million (Book 3 in the Four of Us Trilogy)

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***ATTENTION: This is the 3rd book in a series - don't go any further as there are MAJOR SPOILERS AHEAD!!! Go back to my profile and add Not the Only One, then Still the One to your list first!!!***One in a Million picks up just a few days after Miles, Rachel, Luke, and Brooke graduate college at Florida State. Their lives are about to begin, and things are about to change - for better or for worse. Miles and Rachel's wedding was supposed to be on the horizon, but will his new career path change those plans? Luke and Brooke are still together, and both have plans to continue their lives together at home in Panama City, but will their demons stay buried? And Jessica and Parker are back - but how do they fit into the foursome's post-collegiate lives? Some chances are one in a million... will they take those chances or let them pass by?TW: Intense military situations. *This novel will include coarse language, violence, and sensual situations - however, there will be nothing explicit*VERY special thanks to @CrystalJJohnson for making my new cover!…

the long way around

the long way around

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when life doesn't go the way you expect, when the road curves and you're forced to go the long way around... that's when life truly happens. Special thanks to @kacykrypton for the beautiful cover.**Disclaimer: If you are reading this on ANY site other than Wattpad, you are reading an illegal, pirated version. Please return to Wattpad to continue reading.**…