Falling for Julian Hayes was never just about love—it was about survival. Marissa clawed her way back into his world, only to find herself a pawn in a game where every kindness has a price and every mistake is a public spectacle. She’s learned to swallow her pride, wear the perfect mask, and trade her dignity for a second chance at success. But as old wounds resurface and their power struggle escalates, Marissa is forced to choose: keep playing the obedient lover, or risk everything for a shot at real freedom. When secrets crack the surface and desire turns dangerous, will she ever be more than an accessory—or will loving Julian cost her everything she’s fought for?
Natalie has spent three years trying to save Tyler, a brilliant artist trapped in darkness, but his coldness is breaking her spirit. When the charming Mia enters Tyler’s life, Natalie faces a gut-wrenching choice: let him go and risk losing herself, or fight for a boy who might never want her in his corner. One message could end everything—or start something neither of them expects.
Aubrey gave up her art, her dreams, and even her dignity for Caleb—the campus golden boy who swore he’d always protect her. But when vicious rumors and betrayal shatter her trust, she learns the cruel campus forum post haunting her was written by Caleb himself. Will she finally break free, or let love keep her trapped in his twisted game?
Love should be simple—but what if your job is driving a mobile motel for other people’s secrets? Dean Foster’s world is all backroads and no questions, until the day a stunning woman bursts from his trailer, begging for help after her wealthy client dies in the dark. Drawn into a dangerous pact, Dean and the mysterious Lila Monroe hide a body—and tumble into a feverish, addictive affair that leaves Dean weaker with every touch. His loyal dog cowers, friends whisper, and Dean’s own reflection grows hollow, but Lila’s smile is impossible to resist. What is she really running from—and what is she doing to him at night? When desire turns deadly, how far will Dean go to keep his midnight secret? Can love survive when you’re the one being haunted?
Lillian Vale clawed her way back through time after her cousin Aubrey stole her face and her fiancé, leaving her scarred in body and soul. Now Caleb Mercer—the man she once saved—chooses Aubrey again, forcing Lillian to navigate clan politics, blood magic, and an old love turned toxic. If she keeps her vow not to save him, she might finally reclaim herself—or let the man she once loved die for real.
After sacrificing everything for the woman he adores, Derek is left broken when his girlfriend Natalie turns his devotion into humiliation. As betrayal and shame pile up, Derek must decide if loving her is worth losing himself—or if it's finally time to walk away. His heart is on the line, and the next move could shatter it for good.