Out of the Storm by Logan Sage Adams

Jeff Russo, a somewhat surly full-time mall custodian and hobbyist storm chaser, feels fated to a life without intimacy, the wall cloud of past trauma poised to wreck every romantic relationship he tries to pursue. But when Jeff meets the constantly corny, very nerdy, and hopelessly endearing Gary Graham of radio station WKBR, he is helpless to fight his burgeoning feelings. Gary Graham, part-time calculus professor, part-time radio personality, and full-time self-proclaimed weirdo, has packed his schedule to the brim so that he might stave off loneliness. Afraid of losing people, Gary tends to latch on too tightly in his romantic relationships, which has only ever resulted in heartbreak. Jeff and Gary’s fast friendship threatens to turn into too much too soon, and their romantic intimacy seems to only forecast catastrophe. Forced out of his storm shelter, Jeff will have to face his trauma and learn how to be vulnerable, or chance losing the only man with whom he has ever felt truly safe. And Gary will have to let Jeff take the lead, or risk hurting the broody-yet-sweet man he is starting to love. Navigating intimacy in the middle of a metaphorical tornado isn’t easy, but Gary and Jeff are willing to try. Because true love is worth weathering the storm for. Set in 1985 in Niles, Ohio, Out of the Storm is a heartfelt MM romance with a torrent of humor, a flurry of heartache, and a sprinkling of spice.

Pieces of Home by Becca Neil

All he’d ever wanted was to go home. Ryan Davis has lived in hell for the last fifteen years. Kidnapped at age eight, then beaten, broken, and forced into silence, Rye managed to exist, to survive. When a chance phone call gives him an opportunity to escape, he takes it. But escape doesn’t mean safety, and freedom doesn’t mean happiness. And even if he can manage to find home, the pieces of what used to be may never fit back together. Jacob Wright has adapted. In fact, Jake would probably say he loves his life—living in a beautiful home on a secluded beach on the Northern California coast. It wasn’t the life he’d planned. But accidents happen. And an accident was what stole his livelihood and limited his mobility six years ago. He’s happy now, if not still living carefully, avoiding things that used to make him happier. When Rye shows up on Jake’s beach, lost, fearful, and on the verge of death, Jake has to become a caretaker for a man who can’t seem to speak, and Rye has to put his trust in a stranger to survive. An unexpected and tenuous friendship grows, forming a deep bond full of possibilities that neither of them had imagined. But even as they start to recognize what’s in their hearts, the past seems intent on reminding them both how truly broken they are . . . Pieces of Home is a slow burn, hurt/comfort MM romance that focuses on the growth of a deep friendship and how two broken men find each other, help each other, and heal each other. It’s a story of strangers to friends to lovers, featuring a small town setting, forced proximity, PTSD/cPTSD trauma and healing, demi rep, and a hard-fought happily-ever-after.

Heir of Sun and Moon by Jenessa Ren

Forced into isolation by the ruler of the Mortal Kingdom, Princess Rhea Maxwell spends her days in the company of her pet fox, Bella, dreaming of an existence outside the confinement of her tower. As the rightful queen, she knows that there must be more to life than the endless monotony she's been forced to live. Harboring a deadly secret from her past, her desolation grows until one fateful night brings an unlikely ally into her life. Though wary to trust this stranger, Rhea suddenly finds herself with something she's never had: a choice. With a future she never thought possible hanging in the balance, the princess must decide if following her heart is worth risking everything she's ever known. In the neighboring Mage Kingdom, Princess Bahira Daxel is the first of her kind to be born without magic. Fixated on finding a way to unlock the power she believes to be hidden within, Bahira knows there is no price too great to achieve her goals. As tensions rise and her kingdom prepares for a threat they can not defend against, her desperation comes to a head. Ultimatums push Bahria to rethink who she truly is and the future that she had pictured for herself. In a post-war world where kingdoms are divided by a powerful spell, can Rhea and Bahira each break free from the shackles of the lives expected of them to forge their own paths? Or will lies and obsession threaten to destroy everything.

The Violet Raven by E. E. Star

The Violet Raven is a slow-burn, he-falls-first, high-stakes historical fantasy romance rooted in ancient Irish mythology—perfect for fans of Outlander, The Last Kingdom, and A Discovery of Witches—where forbidden love ignites in the shadow of prophecy, gods walk among mortals, and a girl bound by fate must rise to claim the legacy of the Raven Queen. Blurb: 1823 Triona Sinclair was never meant for an ordinary life. A spark of something powerful has always lived within her—silent and still, until the moment it finally woke. A moment of fire and ruin. With her world shattered, Triona escapes into the wilds of Scotland—flanked by four allies, each loyal in their own way. But none of them challenge her quite like Finn MacGregor. Her fiercest defender. The one who’s always been there—in shadows and in silence—and wanted her long before she ever looked his way. A bond as sure as the stars. But fate is written with ink no one can rewrite. Hunted for a power she doesn’t yet understand, Triona must seek allies in a world brimming with myth and memory. Survival is no longer enough. A buried magic is calling. To protect her world and the people she loves, she must decide if she can embrace the destiny that calls to her. No matter the cost.

A Magick Tale: The Hunters' Journey by David W Vincent

When Prine Hunters Earnan and Ranya take in a mundane missing person case involving the son of Sentinel's Watch's mayor, the pair of life-long friends soon discover it's anything but. Now dealing with an Ethereal's curse, Witch and Familiar must take on the hunt of their lives. Without the support of The Coven, they begin to question everything that they've been taught about their world. As Earnan is faced with the ultimate choice, will he overcome the fears of his past and become the man Ranya always knew him to be? After Witnessing first-hand that not all creatures are monsters, will Ranya be able to see beyond her teachings and shed the precious beliefs that she holds as unshakable truths? With new discoveries laid. Are, can the Hunters find the strength within themselves, and each other, to survive the storm that's forming on the horizon?

Return of Eve (Emilia of the Solstice Realm #1) by Daphne Paige

A Court of Thorns and Roses and Kingdom of the Wicked collide in this dark romantic fantasy world where a lost princess fights to keep her morals despite an ancient curse trying to turn her to the Darkness. WHEN THE SWORD OF DEATH IS SHATTERED, THE SWORD OF LIFE MUST BE REFORGED. Emilia only remembers two years of her life–everything before she woke up on a park bench in the Earthen Realm covered in blood is a puzzle to her. But after a terrifying vision makes her the laughingstock of her senior year, she meets a mysterious boy with a scar and a smirk who promises to fill in the sixteen-year gap in her memory. Reunited with long-forgotten friends, she embarks on a journey to repair Eve, the Sword of Life, and save her kingdom. However, her journey is cut short when an army of vampires overtakes her palace–sent by the man who killed her father and broke her heart. Now Emilia has to make a choice… Either stay the prisoner of her corrupt ex-fiancé or kill him and inherit the evil that taints his blood. Embark on a dark fantasy adventure, full of mages, vampires, and corruption. The perfect read for fans of: Vampires, mages, and mermaids Chosen One Found Family Fated Mates Allies to Lovers Love Triangles Corruption and Redemption Arcs Sisterhood and Brotherhood Ball Gowns and Ballrooms Blood Magic Tombs Portal Magic ♥ Return of Eve introduces a lovable cast of characters as they explore their dark-cursed world, featuring found family, fated mates, corruption and redemption arcs, and different types of mage magic. Grab your copy today or read through Kindle Unlimited. ♥

Starbound Betrayal by Morrigan Gaines

Two hearts fated to bring about the end of magic. Legends often sprout from a seed of truth. Some say Aestrith Vega and Valerian Frazier were traitors. Some remember them as star-crossed lovers doomed by Daena, the goddess of destiny. Time has obscured the true story. Aestrith, a battle-hardened warrior mage, searches for peace in a land on the verge of civil war. Valerian, an ambitious scholar, seeks forbidden knowledge between the pages of a mysterious book of magical theories. They forge a relationship from stolen moments filled with shared laughter and quiet understanding. Centuries later, lost records and twisted legends have distorted their lives. This is the tale of two souls whose intertwined fates send ripples through the ages. From the echoes of their legend, a figure emerges, shaping the world long after their story ends. This is a novella that ties into the Chronicles of Osmaria series. It can be read as a stand-alone story.

Return To Sender by Nicole Bazley

It’s hard to move on from a past you thought you would never survive. To live a life you don’t believe you deserve. I tried to start fresh. I really did. I agreed to move, thinking that I would be able to leave behind the tragic events that turned my life upside down. The day I lost the boy I loved. I didn’t expect to actually move on. I also didn’t expect to find love in the most unconventional of circumstances. With an unlikely person. Blake. His kind heart is washing away my internal fire of guilt, and his playful humour is piecing together my broken, shattered heart. But how do I truly move on when the very past I’ve been running from for years returns? It threatens everything Blake and I have created, forcing me to choose between the past that broke me and the man who pieced me back together. But does fate ever really give you a choice?

A Kingdom of Curses by Danielle D Drummond

One forgotten sin. A thousand deadly consequences. Paege Vailenbyrg has always been an outsider in the Wolf-ruled kingdom of Elyndria. As a half-Fae, half-Human hybrid, she’s considered an aberration. Despite her efforts to discover her place in a world made to reject her, Paege finds herself unexpectedly embroiled in a web of secrets, lies, and unreliable magic. All of it threatens to shatter the fragile sense of safety she has managed to build around herself. Caught between two worlds, Paege must navigate shifting alliances and uncover long-buried secrets. The fate of the kingdom hangs in the balance as she becomes a pawn in a much larger game. Can she trust the enigmatic Wolf shifter, Guy Braxtion, whose dark past is as tangled as her own? Or the notorious bad boy heir, Quentin Ishaan, whose sudden interest in her raises more questions than answers? A Kingdom bound by curses. As the danger escalates, Paege is forced to embrace her true nature and harness her volatile Fae powers. But with powerful forces conspiring against her, a single misstep could unravel the very fabric of their world. Can Paege uncover the truth about the “Original Sin” cursing the kingdom before it’s too late, or will she be consumed by the chaos threatening to tear her world apart?

Vanilla Blood: A Novella by S.L. Baron

One night changes everything… Livia Hart is a woman gutted by tragedy. Craving escape from her grief and guilt, she travels to Europe for the vacation she's dreamt about for years. In a London pub, she meets a handsome stranger, Lucian Llewellyn. Lucian promises her an unforgettable night of bliss…and more: the gift of immortality, to be reborn as a vampire. Livia embraces her new role as a powerful predator, hiding in plain sight and preying on the dregs of human society—rapists, murderers, abusers. She’s welcomed into a world where vampires refuse to mourn their existence. But secrets from Lucian’s past threaten Livia’s newfound happiness. Can she survive in her new life knowing the truth? Or will the revelations condemn her to an eternity of regret?

Insolence by Gwin Savage

In a fantasy realm where Sapphic women possess arcane abilities, are we goddess-blessed or are we cursed? Tiss: I awoke in this temple with no memory of who I am. The Sisters say I dedicated my life to the goddess, but that’s impossible. When I see something not meant for my eyes, it becomes apparent things darker than worship happen here. Far darker. All I want is to find out who put me here. Until I’m summoned by the High Priestess. Capricious and captivating, Elodie’s magnetism is hard to ignore no matter how wildly her moods shift. Then, when the sweet and charming Sadrie makes her interest known, a dire hunger awakens inside of me. The longer I spend in both women's presence, the more voracious it grows. Forced together and forbidden from intimacy. Elodie: Four years on top of this miserable mountain. Four years of strict discipline to guard my secrets, and there she is prowling my temple. Beautiful and bratty, Tiss sees both sides of me and all that I am. She's also irresistible. Her presence disrupts everything I've worked for, and her willfulness could get us both killed. With so much to protect, I must stay away. But my discipline is faltering. In a remote temple where danger lurks and questions abound, can we survive the Prioress and her twisted deeds?

Glitches and Kisses by Grafton Carter

In small-town Havenwood, Noah Patel is used to keeping his walls high and his life predictable. As a video game designer who prefers the company of pixels over people, Noah doesn’t do spontaneous, flirty, or emotionally messy—especially when it comes in the form of Evan Mitchell, the charming, free-spirited waiter at The Rivermere Bistro. But when a chance encounter turns into something neither of them saw coming, Noah finds himself pulled into Evan’s orbit, one teasing smile and lingering touch at a time. What starts as a slow burn of attraction soon crashes through Noah’s carefully constructed defenses, leaving him vulnerable in ways he’s never allowed himself to be. As late-night confessions, riverside adventures, and quiet moments turn into something deeper, Noah and Evan must decide if they’re willing to risk the comfort of what’s familiar for the unpredictable, beautiful chaos of falling in love. Glitches and Kisses is Grafton Carter’s heartfelt second novel in The Havenwood Series—a tender, funny, and spicy exploration of love, trust, and learning to let someone in, even when you’re sure you’ll mess it up. Get ready for slow-burn chemistry, emotional vulnerability, and steamy scenes that turn up the heat in all the right ways.

The Dandelion & The Thistle by Pip Dolyn

Welcome to the Makers Market, your stop for high-quality, local, handcrafted art. Meet the artists as you browse. You never know what you'll find. Addison Baird has been a staple figure at the Makers Market. Known as the (un)official mayor of the market, he's who everyone goes to when they have a problem, but when he experiences a disaster of his own, who does he turn to? Colin Jameson is new to the Makers Market this year and has aspirations to take his ceramic art to a new level, but he's dealing with a creative block. When a frazzled vendor comes up to his booth with a problem he is uniquely qualified to solve, Colin wonders if he's finally found his muse. Throughout the summer, Colin and Addison grow closer as they navigate the art world and face the pasts that haunt them. Will their budding relationship be uprooted or will they find healing and truly begin to blossom?

On the Origins of Magic by J. Lynn Carr

Welcome to Elden, where books grow from petals and bones, and magic lives in the air… Artemis Fairchild, a thirty-eight-year-old divorced witch, finds herself at a crossroads. Burdened by a mysterious curse, she steps into her new role as Head Librarian at Wymore College of Magical Studies ready to unlock the secrets of ancient tomes and, perhaps, her own fate. Enter River Starling, the enigmatic Sigil Craft professor whose formidable presence masks a complicated past. With a penchant for solitude, he seems eager to keep his history buried and live out his days in quiet atonement. When River is tasked with aiding Artemis in her quest to break her curse, sparks ignite between them. As they delve deeper into the mysteries of magical theory, River can't help but question: Are their feelings a genuine connection, or merely a byproduct of the dark enchantment that plagues Artemis?

Kuxtal Academy: The Beginning by Mikayla D. Hornedo, Nelle Nikole

In the shadowed corridors of Kuxtal Academy, ancient whispers echo through the hallways. Mira Canek finds herself pulled back into the grasp of her family’s political influence when she's called to attend Kuxtal Academy—Inecha’s school for the elite. However, the reunion with her older brother Koa is far from simple. As the owner of a notorious club entwined in the clandestine dealings of the city, Koa leads a life shrouded in secrecy and danger. When the veil of secrecy is lifted, revelations emerge, threatening to fracture their already fragile bonds. Ancient prophecies intertwine with their destinies, weaving a complex web of fate and forbidden desires. As Mira holds tight to the image of the brother she once knew, fated connections leave Koa grappling with the weight of his own secrets. In this spellbinding Mayan-inspired urban fantasy romance, the Canek siblings are thrust into a reality where the boundaries between light and shadow blur. Will they unravel the mysteries that bind them, or will they succumb to the darkness that lurks within?

Blood & Brujas by Mikayla D. Hornedo

From the moment Dayanara could wield a blade, she's been used as a weapon for Caldera, a kingdom of fierce brujas. Whenever her mother, the all-powerful Acna, points her in the direction to kill, Dayanara follows. After centuries of war against the vampire kingdom at their border, her mother offers their king Dayanara's hand in marriage as a truce. Their agreement is bound by magic, and Dayanara must decide if she wants to kill the king, seduce the king, or embrace the union. On the bright side, the marriage is set to make her the next Acna, granting her all the power that comes with the role. Depending on how much the Goddess Naom gifts her, it could be enough to regain control of her life. Or maybe everything will crumble beyond repair.

One For the Money by Holly Monroe

Dr. Alex Shields is not a liar. Or at least, not technically. Is a lie by omission really a lie? What about if it was for a good reason? On the day she drags her suitcases through what is usually an abandoned fairground towards the gray and black striped big top of Cirque de Mordu, Alex is only looking for two things: a steady paycheck and a way to disappear. She’s not looking for an Alpha, and certainly not for a pack. But a circus filled with nearly all Alphas that was expecting their doctor to be the same isn’t exactly the easiest place for a female Omega to lay low, and she finds herself thrown onto the metaphorical tightrope as she struggles to stay balanced. Jude, the big, burly showrunner, isn’t happy she concealed the truth. Quinton and Matteo, the sadomasochistic duo known for their sword and knife play in the ring, are fascinated by her. And the Twisted Twins, Dario and Dexter, have reactions to her that are nowhere near as identical as they are. Alex is running, and the circus may not be the safe place she thought it was to land. She’s going to work out her contract and then leave, because it’s just for the money. Right? ---------------------------- One for the Money is the first book in the Trapped On The Tightrope Duet, a part of the Cirque de Mordu Omegaverse. This a why choose MMMMFM Omegaverse is for readers 18+ and the author encourages you to read the considerations at the front of the book.

Knot All is Whole by Holly Monroe

Athena Valentine always wanted an Omega. Atlas Cassidy just wanted to save them. But what we ask for isn’t always what we receive. When Atlas and Athena wake up caged across from each other in an abandoned warehouse after being captured and locked away, the two Betas make a pact: survive and escape. Together. The experiments take their toll, and their opportunities for escape are slim. One night, dosed with the heat-inducing drug fizz and soaked in desperation and need, they fall into each other’s arms… and wake to an impossible truth: They’re not Betas at all. They’re Omegas. And somehow, they’ve bonded. Before they can begin to process what that means, Pack Lupine storms the lab and pulls them out, battered, altered, and irrevocably changed. Healing won't be easy, especially not when Atlas and Athena discover they’re scent-matched to their saviors. There’s no manual for bonding with a lab-created Omega. Or two. As Pack Lupine struggles to make space for two Omegas that weren't supposed to be, one question lingers: Can what was broken ever become whole again? -------------------------- Knot All Is Whole is an emotionally intense MMMMFM Omegaverse romance with sci-fi elements, set in the Lunarcrest City world. Expect spice, trauma recovery, and pack that fights hard for their happily ever after.

Knot All is Perfect by Holly Monroe

Nora Summers is the Perfect Omega. No, really. That’s what they call her. The pride and joy of the Design Clinic, every bit of Nora’s genome was specifically chosen to make her the ideal Omega. Luckily for her, she was guided into reaching her full potential. The core tenets of the Perfect Omega are very simple: The Perfect Omega must be the picture of beauty and health. She must maintain a clean, beautiful home and provide for her Alphas by cooking their meals, mending their clothes, and doing household chores. She must never whine or guilt her Alphas for comfort unless she is in heat. Above all, she must please her Alphas every day, in every way, deferring to them in every instance. Doing all of this, Nora just knows she will find her perfect pack. And what pack wouldn’t want the Perfect Omega? Pack Sloane is not the perfect pack. Far from it. With an Alpha who acts more like an Omega, a burly Beta who isn’t supposed to be a part of a pack, a hacker with a heart of gold, and a chef with a bad attitude and no desire for an Omega, lead Alpha Nolan has his work cut out for him when he finds himself unexpectedly scent matched to the Perfect Omega. While most of the pack is excited to bring Nora home, it quickly becomes apparent that something is amiss when it comes to her training, and maybe the Perfect Omega isn’t so perfect for Pack Sloane. Knot All is Perfect is a stand alone, why choose, MMFMMM dark omegaverse set in Lunarcrest City, part of the Design Clinic universe. Please be aware of the content notices in the beginning of the book.

The Next Round by Eva Frances

Shaken and stirred. Five years is a long time between drinks for old friends. Shaken by a series of heartbreaks, Andie Herrera’s fear of jumping into new relationships leads her to run away and keep her distance from the possibilities of love, even with restaurant and bar entrepreneur, Chris Vaughn. After five years apart, Andie and Chris are unexpectedly thrown together in a mix of professional and personal circumstances, as they work on the launch of a new bar establishment. Is this their chance to re-ignite their friendship and heal the rupture from the last time they saw each other? The heady cocktail of familiar warmth, heated conversation, and undeniable chemistry in their shared moments has Andie questioning what she really wants: friendship—or maybe even more, this time around. Can Andie face her demons and move beyond her deep-seated fears to finally take the leap of faith and meet Chris halfway? Is it possible that the person who knows her best might be the love she’s been missing?

Fae Tithe : Book 1 of Chronicles of the Cursed Courts by Alicia Dingley

In Seelieland, the Fae demand a Tithe. They didn’t count on a mother’s fury - or a Merman’s vow. Sixteen-year-old Eleanor Neycur was meant to chart her own course. A final year of school, a future at sea, and a life beyond the limitations of her coastal village. But when the Seelie Court revives its ancient Tithe and claims her without warning, Eleanor is torn from everything she knows and thrown into a glittering world built on control, secrets, and servitude. Back home, Helena Neycur’s world shatters. She has spent her life drawing a Circle around those she loves, and protecting her daughter at any cost. Now, she must fight against a kingdom that sees humans as chattel - and she will not do it alone. Beneath the waves, Lance, the Merman Helena once saved and now loves, is bound by the laws of the sea. But for Eleanor, he will test every boundary of his limited reach, even if it means risking war between land and sea. As Eleanor uncovers the truths hidden behind the Tithe and Helena gathers allies from both coast and current, mother and daughter are set on a collision course with the very heart of Seelieland’s power. And the Fae have never faced a storm like this one. They took the wrong girl. They underestimated her mother. And the tide is turning

Dying Wish by Hope Everly

Four broken souls. One dying wish. A promise that changes everything. When Joshua dies, his last request isn’t for himself. It’s for the friends he loved. Lexi, Lucas, Maddie, and Nelly swore they’d keep meeting, no matter how much life tried to pull them apart. What started as a fragile vow made in grief becomes the thread holding them together long after he’s gone. Each of them carries scars they’d rather hide: regrets that haunt, dreams that feel out of reach, families that broke them, choices that nearly destroyed them. But when silence and distance would be easier, it’s Joshua’s dying wish that forces them to show up for each other, again and again. Raw, emotional, and deeply human, Dying Wish is a story of love, grief, and survival. It’s about broken people finding strength in one another and discovering that sometimes, the promises forged in loss are the ones that teach us how to live.

The Sylvan Hotel, A Seattle Story by Frannie James

Welcome to The Sylvan, a small Seattle luxury hotel where polished mahogany walls keep secrets, rock stars slip by in low-lit spaces, and the switchboard crackles with drama. Joann's working at reception but not planning to stay long; she's "just paying bills" while figuring out a career. Soon, however, the 23-year-old is swept away into a world aglow with love affairs, late-night confessions, and friendships forged in quiet spaces between phone calls and cigarette breaks. Then there's him. One of Joann's favorite teammates is always looking out for her amid the ever-looming uncertainty. Something's happening between them-but do they really have a chance? Everyone's trying to get somewhere else. Hilarity, joy, and angst ensue as the '90s continue to roll forward, sweeping all the Sylvans away as they navigate the swing shift ... and the bittersweet adventure that is growing up. Witty, nostalgic, and filled with the electric hum of youth, The Sylvan Hotel is a love letter to Seattle's most storied chapter and honors the tender truth that some places-and some people-never really let us go.

The Shield by Alexa Shay

Save the universe, or save each other? Amy’s sixteenth birthday party is ruined when her two best friends start fighting and storm out. Her day only gets worse when things begin exploding around her. A foul-tempered spirit has awoken in her mind, and it tells her she’s the reincarnated host of the Shield, born to defend against the Sword. The Shield wants to protect all life, and the Sword wants to end it, yearning to send the universe back into the quiet of nothingness. The two spirits have been locked in a cycle of battle, death, and rebirth for millennia. But Amy isn’t a violent person—she can’t even eat meat! She just wants to do well in school to get into her dream college, not fight someone potentially to the death. Connor has spent his entire life diligently training to be the Sword’s perfect host and never questioned his fate—until meeting Amy. He’s only ever wanted to live up to his family’s expectations, is even willing to die in battle, but Amy slowly opens his eyes to a different path and now questions are all he has. Starting out as enemies, Amy and Connor slowly become friends and grow into more. Trapped by destiny, they must decide between fighting for the fate of the universe or fighting for themselves. The Shield is a spice-free young adult supernatural romance with a slow burn, enemies-to-forbidden-lovers storyline.

Killed By True Love's Kiss by Haley Bono

When Lottie survives her seventeenth birthday, despite her Grandmother's curse, she believes she's finally done it. No doomed romance, no tragic kiss—she’s finally free to live her life and mend things with her sister./ But what if she was wrong?/ And the curse was never coming for her?/ As the truth unravels, Lottie must untangle a generations-old mystery, take on death, and face the Curse of Love in the flesh. Why should true love decide anyone’s fate?

Tied to Hell (Monsters of Brimrey Island #2) by Vee Debras

The devil offered me a deal. Now he regrets it. Picture me—the loser. Twenty-five, stuck at home with my older sister, a job that pays pennies, and sickening amounts of medical debt. Sounds like fun? Enter the reason for all of the above: the chronic pain I’ve been suffering from for almost a decade and that I will never get rid of. Now picture him—the demon whispering in my ear. I get one wish, he says. Anything. In exchange, he gets my body for just ten hours a day. For just seven weeks. Pretty sweet deal, right? And it’s obvious what I’m going to ask for. Well, that’s what he thought. He couldn’t imagine there’s something that haunts me more than my pain. Something I would give anything to fix. So now he’s stuck with me, suffering and trying to convince me to change my wish, but there’s nothing that could make me give up what I asked for. Not even that purring, sultry voice that tells me we could be doing something other than fight for control. Tied to Hell is an MM monster romance with a trans love interest, lots of banter, angst, and spice. Though best enjoyed after the first book in the Monsters of Brimrey Island series, it can be read as a standalone and has a HEA. Check out the rest of the series for more queer characters finding love in this small town on a haunted island.

Tied to the Waves (Monsters of Brimrey Island #1) by Vee Debras

The ocean was the end of my parents' lives—he might be the start of mine. *An angsty MX monster romance* In an ideal world, my dead parents’ waterfront house would rot with them. In an ideal world, I wouldn’t need the money from selling it, and I would’ve never returned to the island I fled from at eighteen. But life is never kind to people like me, is it? So I’m back where I left the friends who broke my heart and the ex whose bruised fingerprints I still can’t scrub off my skin. The second-to-last thing I need right now is an injured, unconscious merman drifting over to my dock. And the last, the way he tells me I’m beautiful when he wakes up. Tied to the Waves is an MX monster romance with a nonbinary protagonist, a sweet love interest, lots of hurt/comfort, dark themes, and spice. As a full-length novel with a HEA, it can be read as a standalone or as the first book in a series full of trans characters set in the small town of Brimrey Island.

Quickies at New Year's Eve by Penny Heart

Will New Year's Eve speed-dating bring him a new love or show him what he's missing? Bryan's sister, Cassie, has a side hustle running speed-dating events featuring strong drinks and delicious baked goods. After a bit of a rocky start, she's found her stride. Unfortunately, she's scrambling due to a couple of last-minute cancellations right before her big New Year's Eve event. Bryan is single and tired of swiping right, so he sees her problem as a win-win for them both. When he volunteers to help her out, he's stunned that she doesn't think he's a good fit for her female clients. This go 'round, her clientele are mostly late 30s and early 40s divorcees, single parents, those who've lost partners, and others who've been left behind in the dating scene. As a perpetual bachelor, Bryan's reputation doesn't exactly lend itself to finding a lasting connection, which is Cassie's goal. However, he's eager to prove he's finally ready to move into the next phase of his life as middle age stares him down. Tropes include he falls first, commitment-phobic bachelor, opposites attract, and second chance at love. Each book in the "Quickies: Spicy Shorts" series features an individual novella in the same world of ridiculous speed dating events, but each book can be read as a stand-alone. Contains explicit sexual language and adult situation.

Of Late Belonging by Rob MacWolf

Dying is simple. It is always a more complex thing to sustain oneself. Roy Enderlin has lived the simple life of a gay wolf in a small town. Isolated, lonely, and without ever questioning the assumption that the husky he dated in high school was his only chance at love and belonging. Though he doesn't have it in him to try again, he can't help wanting to belong, as a starving wolf can't help but want food. Graham Faulkner lives the complex life of a promiscuous older gay puma in a rural backwater, balanced between possum boyfriends, beaver boyfriends of boyfriends, raccoon husbands-in-all-but-name, not to mention kinky hookups. Graham has everything he needs from life. Roy does not. But fixing a life will not be a simple thing, and Roy will have a lot to learn about himself before he can feel like he again belongs.

Wicked Games by Hope Everly

She’s always done what she had to. Now, she’s doing what she never dared—choosing herself. Willow is a survivor. Raised in the foster system and shaped by a lifetime of bad breaks, she’s made more wrong choices than she can count, but every one of them kept her alive. When her bad decisions finally land her in the worst trouble yet, she is facing the unthinkable—jail time—Willow does something she’s never done before: she puts herself first. Determined to rewrite her story, she accepts a second chance to start over. But starting over isn’t so simple, especially when two very different men step into her path. Blake is calm, magnetic, and composed, everything Willow never believed she deserved. He offers safety, direction, and a future she never thought possible. Then there’s Braxton, rough around the edges, honest in a way that cuts deep, and a painful reminder of the past she’s desperate to leave behind. As emotions tangle and old wounds resurface, Willow finds herself caught between what feels safe and what feels real. But when survival is all you’ve ever known, can you really learn how to trust? Wicked Games is a raw, emotional journey of betrayal, self-worth, and the heartache of choosing between who you were and who you want to become.

Everything Not Saved by N M J Coveney

A debut Queer YA novel combining the power of video games, and the potential of young love with magic, horror and the supernatural. Praise for Everything Not Saved : "THINK SEX EDUCATION MEETS BUFFY. MY MIND WAS BLOWN!" - Justin Arnold "RIVETING...TOLD WITH HEART AND PASSION BY AN EXCITING NEW VOICE IN YA FICTION" - Benjamin Dean "A GRIPPING PAGETURNER FOR GAYMERS YOUNG AND OLD" - Will Kostakis "A BREEZY AND HEARTWARMING ODE TO GAY GEEK CULTURE" - L.C. Rosen 'CHILD OF DARKNESS, CHILD OF LIGHT, ONE BORN TO MOURN, THE OTHER TO FIGHT. TEACH WHAT YOU KNOW. SEAL THE BELOW.' Everything Not Saved follows two very different teenage Mikey Redman & Kris Dwyer and the unlikely bond between them. The boys' shared love of computer games glues them together over the years and helps them overcome struggles at school and at home. While they try and understand what is happening to their friendship, and figure out why increasingly unpleasant things are happening in Pytt End. There's more magick about both of them than they realise. There's also more than it seems to the creepy well in Mikey's back garden, where an ancient evil is stirring underneath the village. Can they save the world without losing each other?

Realm of Darkness by M. L. White

What would you do if the shadows were alive? What would you do if they were trying to kill you? The darkness is a dangerous place, and it’s all because of the Nightlocke. Born of shadows and King of all things wicked and evil, the Nightlocke is a monstrous beast seeking those to torture and kill. The kingdom of Odemark is barely surviving because of it. The land destitute, the Queen murdered, and no Lightspark to save anyone. The kingdom needs a Lightspark. The only person able to heal the land and the people within. But the Nightlocke made sure to kill her long ago. But Kymra has a plan. A plan to save her family from starvation and death. And everything’s going well... until she comes face to face with the Nightlocke himself. To her surprise, he steals her away instead of killing her on sight. Now she’s a slave to a new master and has no idea how to escape. But as she starts to see the Nightlocke in a new light, she begins to wonder if she even wants to leave now. Maybe she’s crazy. Maybe she’s officially lost her mind, but one thing’s for sure. Everyone might just be wrong about the Nightlocke. Beauty and the Beast meets dark fantasy. This enemies to lovers story is perfect for those who love dark romance or villain gets the girl tropes.

Shifter Awakened by M. L. White

How would you feel if it were illegal to simply exist? That's a question Shanely Thomas has had to ask herself ever since she discovered she is more than human. After growing up bouncing between foster homes, Shanely thought the biggest challenge was the mysterious grandmother who left her a cabin. But that is nothing compared to the night a large wolf runs her truck off the road and tries to kill her. After she is rescued by the local pack of wolf shifters, Shanely learns that her grandmother was the Alpha Female before she died. While Shanely finally understands who her mother is, no one knows her father. But it's clear it's not someone from the pack. Shanely's scent is off. Shifters do not mix, and the children born of two different shifter kinds are considered to be illegal. A threat to both shifters and humans alike. Mixers must be slaughtered at all costs. Bastian Fenrir, the Alpha's enforcer, is assigned to watch over Shanely and help her navigate her new world while hunting the wolf that wants her dead. Something pulls him towards her. The mate bond hasn't snapped in place, but he can't help the way he feels about her. It doesn't matter to him that Shanely's father isn't a wolf. All he knows is that she belongs to him, and he must keep her secret. Twilight: New Moon but without the vampires. Shifter Awakened is a perfect shifter romantasy for those who love werewolves, soulmates, and foretold prophecies.

Demon Eyes by Julie Krohn

Desperate to save her graduation plans, Vayda joins a rising metal band's tour only to find her biggest challenge isn’t the research, but the brooding lead singer who might just unravel her perfectly planned life. Vayda Kimble, a college student in her last semester of school, just discovered her plans for graduation are in jeopardy. The perfect rock band she planned to study for her sociology research project unexpectedly canceled their spring tour. Scrambling to find another band that will meet her graduation requirements and limited timeframe, her father suggests ASYLUM, a hot new heavy-metal band growing in popularity. Without question, Vayda quickly signs up to join their tour. Dex Marshall, an angry demon with a broken past, hates Vayda from the moment he sees her, and he isn’t afraid to hide his disgust for their new stowaway. As Vayda climbs the steps of the tour bus, she soon becomes entangled in a hidden world of demons where she is not welcome, and faces the grim reality where the one demon who can keep her safe hates her. As Dex and Vayda come to a truce and fight opposition, emotions are heightened. When outside forces threaten to tear them apart forever, Vayda finds herself in a desperate battle to fight for her freedom or risk losing her future with Dex completely.

Scrooged by the Mountain Man (Log Cabin Christmas) by Lilah Hart

She brought Christmas to his mountain cabin. He was determined to stay a Grinch forever. I show up at my Christmas cabin rental with a decorated tree, twelve boxes of vintage cards, and dreams of my big break at Wildwood Valley's festival. There's just one problem. The cabin isn't a rental. It's home to the grumpiest, most gorgeous mountain man I've ever seen, and he wants me gone. Chase Matthews doesn't do Christmas. Doesn't do joy. Doesn't do anything that remotely resembles holiday cheer. He lives alone in these mountains for a reason, and that reason is to avoid people like me—the kind who hum carols and believe in happy endings. But when the sheriff convinces him to let me stay, everything changes. Three days, he says. That's all I get. Three days in his cabin. Three days of stolen glances and simmering tension. Three days of discovering that beneath all that gruff exterior is a man who's been hurt, who's lost everything, who's convinced he doesn't deserve a second chance at happiness. I should keep my distance. Should focus on my business, my meetings with store buyers, my carefully planned future. Instead, I fall for him. Hard. Fast. Completely. But loving Chase means understanding his scars. It means accepting that Christmas—my favorite time of year—is the season that broke him. And when I push too hard, when I try to bring light into his darkness too soon, I might lose him forever. Unless he's brave enough to believe that some things are worth fighting for. That some people are worth the risk. That maybe, just maybe, this Christmas can be different. Because I'm not giving up on him. Not on us. Not on the possibility that a girl who loves everything about the holidays and a man who can't stand them might just be exactly what each other needs. Scrooged by the Mountain Man is an OTT age-gap holiday romance featuring an alpha hero and V-card heroine. It's a forced proximity holiday romance with lots of steam that's designed to be read in only 1 hour. It's part of the Log Cabin Christmas Multi-Author Series.

Orc The Halls: A Snowed-In Christmas Romance (OrcFire Book 9) by Alana Khan

Some Christmas gifts come with muscle, tusks, and a promise you’ll never be cold again. Laney My plan to cover next semester’s vet school tuition—holiday pet-sitting at my late grandma’s snowy mountain sanctuary—is going down in flames. The exotic animals are staging a revolt, a blizzard’s closing in, and failure means losing everything. Then he shows up. Ryder six-foot-eight of green-skinned, musclebound orc firefighter with a voice that could melt snow and hands that promise ruin. He’s calm with the animals, gentle with me—and when he calls me sunshine, my icy walls start to melt. But I’ve been left behind too many times to believe in happy endings. Ryder I came here to do a quick pet-care favor. What I found? A fierce, brilliant woman holding her world together with grit and hope. Laney thinks I’ll walk away like everyone else. But this orc? I’m not going anywhere. I’ll earn her trust. Melt her defenses. And prove that I love hard, protect harder, and know exactly how to heat up a snowbound cabin. Escape into a snowed-in mountain romance where Christmas miracles come with fierce devotion, possessive growls, and the kind of dominant orc who brings the fire. Scorching scenes guaranteed, along with your new green-skinned book boyfriend. For readers 18+ who love their holidays hot, their heroes huge, and their monster romances equal parts heart and heat.

Stirring Spurs by MA Wardell

What if he didn't have to quit you? In the heart of Oklahoma’s sprawling Rainbow Ranch, Boone Adams thrives as the vibrant soul behind the kitchen, tirelessly whipping up meals that warm both body and spirit. As the younger twin to the brooding Beau, Boone embraces his role as the ultimate caretaker, pouring his heart into nourishing his family and friends. His sunny disposition and unwavering concern for his siblings mask a deeper longing for recognition and self-care. Everything changes when Wylie Anderson arrives—a rugged cowboy battling his own demons and desperate for a fresh start. Drawn to the ranch to earn some quick cash, Wylie has no intentions of sticking around after the monthly rodeo. As their paths intertwine, Boone’s nurturing spirit clashes with Wylie’s hardened exterior, igniting a tension neither expected. Will Boone’s unwavering kindness break through Wylie’s tough façade, revealing the warmth beneath? And can Wylie help Boone discover the importance of prioritizing his own happiness? In this tale of love, self-discovery, and the power of connection, two opposites just might find a way to complement each other and heal their own hearts.

Cut to the Feeling by AJ Truman and MA Wardell

For Bryce Derrickson, rejection is nothing new. He’s used to Broadway casting directors seeing his size and assuming he can’t be a graceful dancer. But getting dumped with no notice is a special kind of burn. At least his sweet dog Bobo still loves him. As if being left without warning isn’t bad enough, Bryce’s ex sublets their apartment without telling him, leaving him without a place to live. When his new ‘roommate’ turns out to be a stuffy, elbow-patches-on-blazer, permanent-frown-on-face professor, Bryce is furious. No way will he give up his bohemian pad without a fight. Years ago, Emerson Grant was on the fast track to being a preeminent scholar in his field, but his lack of people skills has kept him stuck at a commuter school in a cornfield. Landing a guest lecturing spot at a prestigious New York institution could be the jet fuel his career needs to finally take off. That is, if the man and dog blatantly squatting in his sublet don’t drive him bananas first. Sharing a one-bedroom apartment with a stranger is a New York rite of passage. Sharing it with a stranger you might be falling for is something else entirely.

Snapdragon: A Thumbelina Retelling (A Garden of Fairy Tales) by Sarah Beran

A spunky florist. A dying kingdom. A bond that could change the fate of a realm. Persephina’s idea of a perfect future has always involved exactly two her mother and their little flower shop. Sure, marriage would be nice, but it’s hard to find love when the only men Percy meets are there to buy flowers for their sweethearts…until a mysterious, handsome stranger shows up in her shop. But all is not as it seems, and when an innocent walk goes disastrously wrong, Percy finds herself in a whole new realm of trouble. Literally. Trapped in the dying Fairy Realm, Percy is left with no choice but to seek help from the so-called Lord of Death. Just when it looks like a future is going to blossom, however, secrets come to light that could change everything. Because fairy princes are not all that they seem. And in the end, death comes for all. Spring has sprung with these seven swoony sweet retellings. Each novella finds its happily ever after amidst themes of rebirth, hope, and new life. Each book is fully independent and they can be read in any order. “Snapdragon” is a combined retelling of Thumbelina and Hades and Persephone, featuring tropes such as Found Family, Grumpy/Sunshine, and Hidden Identity.

Dances and Danger: A Twelve Dancing Princesses Retelling (Fairy Tales of Ambrose) by Amanda Thompson

A tournament, a threat, and a terrifying dance. Princess Gardenia loves her life, her family, and her kingdom. Being heir to the throne is a challenge she enjoys. Her father throwing a tourney to find her a husband, while not a joy, is something she can handle. If only the eyes she has dreamed of for months were easier to forget. However, Nia doesn’t get to daydream because she must focus on saving her sisters and herself from being forced to dance until exhaustion every night. As Nia watches her sisters fade, she wonders if she is truly fit to be the future queen—and if she’ll survive long enough to be crowned. Prince Dario of Cortes is eager to prove himself as capable as his older brother. Craving adventure, he hopes the tournament will allow him to do just that—and possibly find love. If the feelings he has for a certain beautiful princess are anything to go by, he has possibly found his soulmate. But befriending the princesses puts the twelve young ladies in even more peril, and soon the princesses are fighting new dangers against threats seen and unseen. Can the curse be broken before it's too late? Or will the princesses be forced to dance until they each fade from existence?

Diamond Wishes: An Aladdin Retelling (All That Glitters #12) by Abigail Manning

A mute guard, a chatty parrot, and a diamond ring that could change it all... Few people have heard the legend of the wondrous wishing diamond, and even fewer have wasted their efforts searching for it. Kya could care less about jewels unless they can sell for enough money to feed her and her mouthy parrot. Her chronic fainting spells make it impossible to hold down a real job, and difficult to escape the guards when a charming stranger interrupts her heist. Caught and caged, Kya admits defeat as she wastes away in the palace prison. Not even befriending a royal guard can get her out of her chains, but a deal with a smooth-talking nobleman might... It would seem that the boy from the market isn’t the only person on a diamond hunt. If anyone can find a diamond ring in a cave full of treasures, it’s a jewel thief, but that doesn’t mean she knows how to use it. Wishes gone wrong and a power struggle between royals quickly trap Kya once again, but this time as a fake princess. Even a counterfeit diamond can sparkle, but can it fool a treasure hunter? Life as a royal sure does have a nice ring to it, if you can live long enough to wish for a crown. Diamond Wishes is a standalone, no-spice, fairy retelling and is a part of the series "All That Glitters." A collection of 12 treasure-themed fairy tale retellings full of adventure, romance, and glittering gold.

Meet Me in the Woods by Courtney Reece

When Lowen Lawrence is invited to participate in the annual Moon Water Ritual, she unknowingly unlocks an ancient curse, turning her life upside-down. With two mysterious--and gorgeous--strangers pop up in her sleepy Midwest town of Moon Creek, Lowen is both intrigued and alarmed. Sebastian, with his forward flirtation, and Wesley, who seems steady and familiar, both appear to be keeping secrets. The problem is: Lowen can't seem to stay away from either of them. When teens are found murdered in town, Lowen understands how dangerous her life has become since Sebastian and Wesley recklessly barged into it. With the help of her friends, Noah and Taylor, she must dive into the mysteries of alchemy, telepathy, and witchcraft in order to figure out who is haunting the woods of Moon Creek, or else become a ghost herself.

Cubs & Campfires by Dylan Drakes

A body positive summer romance with low angst, high heat, and all the cozy vibes. Luca Torres, struggling journalism graduate, never meant to take a vow of celibacy. It was just a dumb idea from a job interview gone wrong. He never thought they’d approve the article. Or make his future career conditional on delivering it. Now, with no choice but to steer clear of temptation for the summer, he takes the most isolated job he can find: a fire lookout in the rural and picturesque mountains of Washington State. However, his goal becomes much harder with the arrival of the husky and flirtatious Artair Osmond, a musician and wilderness enthusiast who takes up camp nearby. Now he must decide what he really desires: the career at the prestigious newspaper, or the big, bearded bear he can’t get out of his head. Cubs & Campfires is a sweet and spicy romance about chunky men, cozy woods, and cuddles under starlight--where big boys get the happy endings they deserve.

Horns For Hell by rafael nicolás

In between Angels Before Man and Angels & Man: The fallen angel of fruit Rosier lives among cold caves and fiery demons with a soft heart succumbing to comfortable misery. He shares a bed with the monster who'd been his most beloved friend in Heaven, captive now to a beastly body of eternal rot. If there is any love left between them, it's surely a ghost fading with each daybreak. But when the devil commands Rosier to have the Earth bloom with its first fruits — Rosier must confront whether there is really any life after falling from paradise and whether there is really any solace in abandoning all hope. (Contains spoilers for both full-length Angels books).

When Flowers Wilt by G.E. Masters

To keep her soul, she'll have to make a deal with the Devil. The Dark Lady comes for a witch's soul on their eighteenth birthday. That's the way it's always been, but Vivian's instincts are telling her to run. So she does. Fleeing from home and denouncing all magic, she spends the next ten years with one foot out the door, terrified that the ruler of Hell will come knocking. But when her suppressed magic finally breaks free and the Dark Lady tracks her down, it's not to claim her soul. Covens have been disappearing under mysterious circumstances and she needs Vivian--and her magic--to stop it. Using the Dark Lady's desperation, Vivian strikes a deal: she will help, but only if she gets to keep her soul. As her connection to both her magic and to the alluring ruler of Hell gets stronger, Vivian uncovers the horrifying truth: there is something far more dangerous than the Devil out there, and it's coming for her.

When the Smoke Clears by Amanda Marquardt

They say to live like you’re dying, but what happens when you come out on the other side? I faced my attacker. I lived. Now I have a new fight. Even as I heal, I’m fighting for my freedom, my mental health, my future. As family secrets continue to be exposed, it’s clear I’m not the only one whose safety or future is in jeopardy. How do I reconcile this new version of me with who I used to be? And what will I lose along the way? I finally figured out what I want, but is it too late for my happily ever after?

When Sparks Fly by Amanda Marquardt

Death has a way of bringing family secrets and drama to the surface. When my grandmother passes unexpectedly, neither are in short supply. That’s why I need to get to Bull Creek for Nana’s funeral and get out. Instead, my mother continues to bring up the past and now she’s sharing secrets I didn’t even know she had. To make matters worse, a one night stand to let off steam goes sideways, and a local cattle rancher seems set on wooing me. Every day spent in the small town threatens my resolve. And more. But when things finally seem to be coming to a close, I’m not sure what I even want anymore. What’s the cost of making it out of town for good?

A Penny For Your Thoughts by Amanda Marquardt

Leah Between a series of subpar one-night-stands, my family’s toxic behavior, and a new business venture, my stress is at an all time high. One night with local game warden Nick Foster could be just what I need to relieve the tension. Unfortunately, we’re part of a new blended friend group. And I don’t do strings. Even worse, ever since Nick helped when I had too much to drink, he watches over me like I’m one sip away from a blackout. It’s not that serious; I just like to take the edge off. How am I supposed to find release when he keeps scaring off all of my would-be one-night-stands? Nick It’s funny how one night can change your life forever. Like the night my best friend met his fiance. The same night I met Leah Van Hoff, who was too wasted to walk thanks to her companion for the night. Her friends are concerned with her increased drinking, so I do what any good friend would do and keep an eye on her when I have the chance. Unfortunately, now she thinks I’m intentionally scaring off potential suitors. I’m not. We’re just friends. Even if my growing attraction to her threatens to derail that. She just needs to see she’s worth more than a quick lay.

Third and Long by Rebecca Minelga

A sweet, sports romance where love is a four-legged word. Trauma survivor, Abby Barclay, finds purpose in her life with her therapy dog, Gen, helping terminally ill children and their families deal with pain and loss. When a playground accident brings nine-year-old Dylan into her life, even Abby is surprised at the depth of the bond between the boy and her dog. Her relationship with him––as well as with his divorced father, Scott––soon grows into something beyond professional. Threatened by Abby and Gen's close relationship with Dylan, Scott's ex-wife reopens their custody arrangement, forcing Scott to decide between his son and the woman he loves. To make matters worse, Gen receives a devastating prognosis. As Abby weighs losing Scott, Dylan, and her beloved dog, she must decide whether loving anyone is worth the risk and whether she can find the courage to go on even if she loses everything.

False Comeback by Lily Mayne

High Lord Crossbody I’ve given up a lot to pursue a career in professional wrestling, and I’m not going to have it all derailed by an uncouth ghoul with a huge chip on his shoulder, who decided he disliked me for no reason on his very first day at Goliaths. Vince Burke has been the thorn in my side for five long years, but things have taken a turn for the worse. The management is threatening to get involved. I refuse to let Burke take the life I’ve worked so hard to build from me, so I try to be on my best behaviour at work, but something about him just gets to me. He consumes my thoughts. I can’t stand him. And when something happens between us that leaves me feeling completely unmoored, I find myself thinking about him constantly. He’s taken all the control, and I need to get it back. Because I liked it too much, and I can’t let myself feel that way about him. Vince “Rolling Rimmer” Burke I love everything about my job as a professional wrestler at Goliaths of Wrestling, an underground supernatural wrestling organisation. I love the showmanship. The costumes. The crowds. The ring and the arena. My co-workers. Well, except one. High Lord Crossbody, the royal fae who’s an actual prince, is a pompous snob and a pain in my backside. Everything about him rankles me—his clipped drawl, his disdainful sneer, his stupid long legs and eerily perfect face and sultry hooded eyes… I hate everything about him. I do. So when our mutual dislike boils over in a very public argument, then explodes into something even hotter and completely inappropriate, I’m left confused and even more annoyed. Because now I want him. And I hate that I want him.