Ava Knocks

[Mature content] This man wanted a murderer for a wife... he was clearly mad! ... “I already told you.” Eitan said simply. “I want a deal… be my wife.” Ava froze Wife?! He wanted her to be his wife?! “That doesn’t make any sense!” Ava burst out, utterly dumbfounded. “You want me to pretend to be your wife? A murderer like me?! I shot that gun that night, I almost killed your friend and yet you want to make a deal with me?! Do you think I'm a fool?!” **** Ava's already miserable life takes a turn for the worst when her assignment to assassinate a popular CEO's precious daughter is found out by none other than Eitan Berger, the powerful owner of the largest corporation in all of Veritas city. Eitan offers her a deal that is so suspicious, she thinks twice about taking it. But when memories and a man from her hellish past haunts her, things take a drastic turn and she is forced to accept his absurd offer. But being the young wife of one of the most influential men in the country is easier said than done. With a devil from her former hell watching her every move and the utter evil of Eitan's enemies, they might just have to play a more intimate role.

Ava Carter is a hardworking single mother whose world is unraveling faster than she can keep up. Struggling to make ends meet, she faces a brutal day where everything goes wrong: she loses her job, her landlord demands eviction, and her daughter falls gravely ill with no insurance to cover the costs. Desperation drives Ava to a local bank, seeking a lifeline but what should have been a simple plea for help spirals into chaos when a violent robbery erupts, and she is falsely accused of being involved. Branded a criminal and hunted by the law, Ava finds herself on the run, with nowhere to turn except to Ethan Cross, a brooding undercover detective with a haunted past. Ethan is skeptical of Ava but senses the truth beneath her frantic story. Forced together by circumstance, their fragile alliance becomes the only hope for clearing her name and exposing a far reaching conspiracy orchestrated by a ruthless ex-boss who will stop at nothing to keep his secrets hidden. As danger closes in from every side, Ava and Ethan must navigate a treacherous world of lies, betrayal, and hidden agendas. Their growing attraction complicates every decision, pushing them both to question who they can trust and what they’re willing to sacrifice for love and justice. In a game where hearts are the ultimate collateral, Ava must decide whether to surrender to despair or fight for her daughter, her freedom, and a chance at a new beginning.

For thirty-year-old gamer Chris Day, the apocalypse isn’t zombies or aliens—it’s a dead internet connection. When a storm knocks out his internet, Chris finds a strange, armored cable in his yard and attempts to “hack” the junction box. He thinks he’s just rerouting a signal. He’s wrong. He accidentally hotwires the primary trunk line for Reality, which, to prevent a catastrophic failure, offloads its core processes and control interface directly to him. Now Chris has an System account for the universe, and the universe is about to get a very strange patch.

Nadine McKenzie is a young executive at one of the top companies in L.A. Due to her workaholic tendencies, she was forced to take a vacation. Unfortunately, the vacation she never even wanted ended in disaster when she woke up in a hotel room next to a handsome man she didn’t recognize. Panicked, Nadine immediately fled the scene. Months later, just when life was getting back to normal, Nadine received news that turned her world upside down, she was pregnant. And the father of the baby? None other than a famous lead singer of a popular band. As if that wasn’t bad enough, he also happened to be everything Nadine swore she’d avoid in a man: a notorious playboy.

(1v1, pur et doux) Résidence du Prince de Xiliang. Avec une énergie de tigre et à seulement 5 ans, le Petit Prince Xiao Moxi a vu sa mère repartir vers les champs, et son visage rond comme un petit pain s'est crispé de frustration. Regardant son père à côté de lui avec affliction, il se plaignit avec une air de sagesse mondaine, "Père, comment as-tu pu tomber amoureux de ma mère, qui aime toujours partir?" Xiao Yeyang jeta un coup d'œil oblique à son fils précocement mature, puis feignit de réfléchir à la question. En effet, pourquoi était-il tombé amoureux de cette femme? Après un long silence... "Qui sait? Peut-être que ma tête s'est coincée dans une porte!" Échangeant un regard de commisération mutuelle, le père et le fils poussèrent un soupir impuissant à l'unisson. Que faire quand vous êtes coincé avec une femme qui n'est jamais à la maison? Il n'y a qu'une chose à faire avec votre propre Princesse Consorte (mère) — la choyer, bien sûr! … Transportée dans l'antiquité avec un espace rempli de fleurs de riz, tout ce qu'elle voulait, c'était de vivre tranquillement sa vie dans les champs. Inattendu, avec un père qui était un magistrat de comté, elle fut forcée de quitter la campagne pour la ville! La vie en ville était animée d'activités, et pour avoir son mot à dire à la maison, elle acheta des domaines, cultiva des fleurs et des herbes médicinales, et développa des variétés de grains à haut rendement et de haute qualité. Remarquablement, elle aida son père, qui avait été magistrat de comté pendant neuf ans, à monter échelon par échelon, amenant la modeste famille Yan dans les cercles élites de Beijing! Ceci est l'histoire d'une fille noble issue d'une famille humble aidant son clan à prospérer et à s'épanouir, et une douce histoire d'amour de succès mutuel et de croissance commune! Le premier rôle masculin: Devant les autres, il est le Petit Prince orgueilleux, le Prince dominateur de Xiliang. Devant l'héroïne, il est un homme doux et tendre de cœur. Le premier rôle féminin: Claire dans toutes ses affaires, chaleureuse et autonome!

an urban fantasy that tell the stories of a young women for Earth called Alice that was forced to become a hero. However, with the cost of becoming one. She must now have to protect his world and other with the help of his otherworldly heroes, friends and her very own companion, Ava from the evil that could kill all of the humanity.

You don’t have to break me to keep me.” Ava loved him deeply. Gave him her time, her loyalty, and her heart. But to Jayden, she was always second the backup plan. The "maybe." The girl he only noticed when he was lonely. After one too many broken promises, Ava finally walks away. Not because she stopped loving him but because she finally started loving herself. Now, she’s rebuilding her life piece by piece. No more begging. No more waiting. No more half-love. And just when she’s not looking for anyone new… Elijah walks in. Calm. Steady. Different. He doesn't chase. He doesn’t play games. He sees her not as a backup, but as the main story. But can Ava open her heart again after everything she’s survived? Or will the past try to pull her back just when she’s ready for the love she truly deserves?

Most people are born ordinary, but there are always some who, despite being born ordinary, aspire to greatness. From an exploited undocumented worker to the godfather of the dark; From those who obey the rules at the bottom of society, to the emperor behind the scenes who makes the rules; The country belongs to the federation when the sun shines, but it belongs to me when the night falls! "Sometimes, shadows can not only be as vast as light but can even cover it!" "We never extort anyone, every penny we make can pass through our conscience." If someone knocks on your door at night, they either bring my regards or brings the destruction for your arrogance. As for what you will get, it depends on how you choose, my friend!

Funny how life can throw a whole circus your way in just one day. Ava Patel, a rising star in City X’s modeling scene, thought she was finally catching her big break—until she discovered her manager, who also happened to be her boyfriend, had cleaned out her bank account and disappeared without a trace. To make matters worse, he didn’t just vanish—he left her for a woman Ava had never even heard of. Betrayal? Check. Broke? Check. Heartbroken and humiliated? Triple check. But just when she thought rock bottom couldn’t get any deeper, fate decided to bring a shovel. Enter Liam Carter, a brooding billionaire tycoon with a chip on his shoulder and an outrageous request: he wanted Ava to go undercover, pretending to be someone she’s not, in order to spy on his business rival, Ethan Torres. At first, Ava actually considered the offer—until she saw the name. Ethan Torres. Her high school BULLY! The arrogant, insufferable bully who once made her life a living hell. Absolutely not. But money talks, and in Ava’s case, it screamed. After some serious inner conflict—and a glance at her empty bank account—she agreed. Not just because the paycheck could buy her a brand-new life, but because there were some personal scores she hadn’t finished settling. Ava had unfinished business with Ethan Torres. Now the real question is: can she swallow her pride, fake a smile, and get close to the man she loathes for the sake of the mission? And what exactly is Ava planning behind those smirks and stilettos?

Ava Lawson is a fiercely independent event planner determined to succeed on her terms. When she lands the biggest client of her career—billionaire tycoon Jaxon Cross—she steps into a world of luxury, power, and secrets she never expected. Jaxon is a man used to control: the boardroom, the bedroom, and everywhere in between. But when Ava pushes back against his dominance, their collision ignites a fire neither of them can ignore. Their professional lives intertwine, so do their desires, forcing Ava to confront her deepest fears about trust and vulnerability. Jaxon’s dark past and complicated empire threaten to pull them apart—but the magnetic pull between them grows stronger every day. In a world where love is a gamble and power can be a weapon, Ava must decide: is she willing to surrender to the man tied to her heart? Or will ambition and secrets tear them apart before they even begin? The Final Spark is a scorching contemporary romance packed with tension, passion, and unforgettable characters who blur the lines between love and obsession.

Ava Mitchell returns to New York after a year in hiding following the tragic death of her fiancé, Ben Carter, in a Times Square accident. Her life has never been the same. But when Ava sees a man who looks exactly like Ben, her beliefs begin to crumble. Could Ben still be alive? Or is there a much bigger secret waiting to be uncovered? In her search for answers, Ava is pulled into a world of disguises, betrayal, and deadly conspiracies. Amid the chaos of New York City, Ava must choose: pursue the love she lost, or save herself from the danger closing in.

Ava Monroe thought she was signing a lifeline, a contract marriage to Ethan Kingsley, the billionaire heir with ice in his veins and secrets in his eyes. In exchange for saving her family's legacy, she agreed to play the perfect wife. No strings. No feelings. No questions. But nothing about Ethan is simple. Behind the flawless smiles and public displays lies a web of power, betrayal, and buried pain. As Ava steps deeper into Ethan’s cold world of calculated deals and media deception, she discovers that the most dangerous game isn’t love, it’s pretending not to need it. And when secrets from their pasts begin to surface, old flames, hidden alliances, and a shadowy threat watching their every move, their façade begins to crack. What started as a contract may end in obsession. Because when hearts are locked in a battle of lies and longing… someone always gets burned.

You want to hurt him? Date His Father. He bullies you and makes you think that you're crazy? Date His father. He tells you that he's in love with you but then changes his mind? DATE HIS FATHER!! He started it and I ended it. He shouldn't have gone too far with his bullying tactics and maybe I would have settled for never seeing him again. The story with his father is different though. I wasn't looking at him like that while all the time that we worked together he was thinking of all the dirty things he wanted to do to me and all that he wanted me to do to him. AMAZING how much father and son can be so alike. Although Greyson the father treated Ava a little better that his son Eric ever treated her, There was no doubt that Ava also carried wounds inflicted by Greyson. Will she move on from Greyson the father like she moved from his son or did she actually find something worth fighting for with her bully's father? Can their relationship survive the fact that she has a sad past with her stepson who used to be her bully?

Ava will you surrender to the man you never expected—your ex’s uncle? *** Ava is strong, guarded, and fighting battles no one sees. Haunted by her disability and tormented by Melissa—her ruthless step sister—she’s learned to keep her pain inside. Then she falls for a love that shatters her heart… and just when she’s broken, someone unexpected steps in: her ex’s uncle. Older, magnetic, and dangerously close. He becomes her protector— and her temptation. But Ava’s life is a storm of secrets and betrayal. Elara and Melissa have deceived her family and even tried to kill her father. Can Ava reclaim what’s hers and stand her ground? And can she resist the pull of a forbidden love—when age, family, and loyalty are all stacked against them?

Être le défaut de la meute, c'est déjà assez mal. Être REJETÉE ? Par votre propre compagnon destiné ? Ouais. ÇA, c'est un tout nouveau niveau de bassesse. Ava Grey est le défaut de la meute, une changeuse de forme sans loup. Elle se débat dans la vie avec le vague rêve de liberté. Son opportunité survient quand elle est soudainement informée qu'elle assistera au Gala Lunaire, un bal annuel pour les jeunes adultes shifters afin de trouver leurs compagnons destinés. Et elle le trouve. Il est séduisant et intense, et ses baisers envoient du désir dans ses veines comme une drogue. Jusqu'à ce qu'il la REJETTE. Ava n'est pas prête à retourner à sa vie morne. Elle s'évade et forge une nouvelle identité loin de sa meute et loin de son compagnon alpha. Elle se fait de nouveaux amis et est même adoptée de force par un husky hilarant. Mais juste au moment où elle trouve le bonheur et s'installe dans sa nouvelle vie, des événements étranges commencent à se produire... Son husky cachait des secrets. Elle entend des murmures selon lesquels des meutes de shifters sont à sa recherche partout. Et elle peut sentir une odeur familière dans son appartement, ce qui n'a aucun sens... parce que l'homme à qui elle appartient l'a rejetée. [Participation au Cupids Quill de mars 2024] --------- Ceci est une romance métamorphe de loup avec de multiples déclencheurs qui aiment danser main dans la main avec tous les thèmes sombres à travers un champ de fleurs mortes. Dans ce livre, vous trouverez les sommets les plus hauts et les creux les plus bas. Riez, pleurez, ragez ; vous pouvez tout faire en suivant Ava dans le voyage plutôt périlleux d'être une changeuse de forme en cette génération de romance de loups-garous. Il y a des scènes R18 éparpillées dans ce livre comme des bonbons jaillissant d'une piñata. Merci de lire de manière responsable. ------- DISCORD DE L'AUTEUR : https://discord.com/invite/ApNZDux8kj

After her parents' murder, Ava Monroe becomes an assassin to destroy their killers’ families. But when love complicates revenge, her heart and mission collide in a deadly game of betrayal.

Being the pack defect is bad enough. Getting REJECTED? By your own fated mate? Yeah. THAT is a whole new level of low. Ava Grey is the pack defect, a wolfless shifter. She struggles through life with the vague dream of freedom. Her opportunity comes when she's suddenly informed that she will be attending the Lunar Gala, an annual ball for young adult shifters to find their fated mates. And she finds him. He's beautiful and intense, and his kisses send desire through her veins like a drug. Until he REJECTS her. Ava isn't about to go back to her dreary life. She escapes and forges a new identity far from her pack, and far from her alpha mate. She makes new friends and is even forcefully adopted by a hilarious husky. But just as she settles in and finds happiness, strange things begin to happen... Her husky has been holding secrets. She's hearing whispers that shifter packs all over are looking for her. And she can smell a familiar scent in her apartment, which makes no sense at all... because the man it belongs to rejected her. FEBRUARY 2024 UPDATE: Updates scheduled for 5-7 days a week as I continue recovering and working on my new WSA entry. Thank you for your patience as we move into book 7! --------- This is a wolf shifter romance with multiple triggers that like to waltz hand in hand with all the dark themes through a meadow of dead flowers. In this book you will find the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. Laugh, cry, rage; you can do them all as you follow Ava in the rather perilous journey of being a wolf shifter in this generation of werewolf romance. There are R18 scenes sprinkled throughout this book like candy popping out of a pinata. Please read responsibly. ------- AUTHOR DISCORD: https://discord.com/invite/ApNZDux8kj

Ava thought her life was over, but surprise! Waking up, she wasn't in the afterlife. Instead, she found herself in a bizarre new world, Ava's life took a wild turn! Not only was the world completely different from what she knew, but had possessed a beast womans body– Inheriting the original Ava's memories, she uncovers a chilling truth: her demise was no accident. Now, with the memories of the previous Ava swirling in her head, she's got to figure out how to survive in this world full of beastmen and hidden dangers. Her ultimate goal? To survive, adapt, and create a life worth living in this perilous yet captivating new world. Join Ava as she claws her way through this wild new life, seeking safety and a future in a world she never imagined.

Perfect. That’s what people call Princess Elysia. Blessed with rare red fire magic and trained by the best, she’s the shining jewel of the kingdom of Arvandor. But perfection has a price. When the ruthless Demon Queen Malvoria sets her sights on Elysia, all hell breaks loose—literally. As Malvoria’s army lays waste to Arvandor, Elysia’s life is shattered. Her beloved father, the king, is slain, and her once-peaceful home becomes a battlefield. Forced to flee with her girlfriend, Zera—the fierce daughter of her magic teacher—and her mentor, Lady Seraphina, Elysia’s journey of survival begins. But Malvoria wants more than just a kingdom. She wants Elysia, and nothing will stand in her way. As Elysia’s hidden powers awaken, an unexpected and dangerous attraction sparks between her and the demon queen.

They were never lovers. Never promised each other anything beyond the shared responsibility of raising the most powerful, chaotic child the realms had ever seen. Lara, the infamous ex-commander with fire in her veins and mischief in her smile, walked away from war, titles, and politics—only to find herself tangled in a life she never expected. A life where she’s not the hero, not the villain, just the co-parent to a half-demon, half-Celestial whirlwind named Aliyah… and tethered, every single day, to the woman who both grounds her and keeps her at a distance. Sarisa, heir to the Celestial throne, is everything Lara is not—elegant, disciplined, devoted to duty. Once playful and soft, Sarisa has reshaped herself into something unshakable, a future queen too burdened to risk vulnerability. Especially when the court whispers that her daughter is an abomination. Especially when her mother has chosen a future and a spouse that doesn’t include Lara. They said they could raise Aliyah together. That it would be simple. No feelings. No future. Just two women bound by responsibility. But Aliyah is growing. Watching. Asking questions no child should ask with such clarity. And Lara is running out of ways to lie to herself. Because somewhere between sword lessons and bedtime stories, between stolen glances and unsaid words, Lara might have done the one thing she swore she wouldn’t. She might have fallen in love with the woman who was never meant to be hers. And Sarisa? She might already be breaking under the weight of pretending she doesn’t feel the same.

In the heart of a city that seems to shift and morph around her, Ava embarks on a journey of discovery and exploration. As she navigates the city's hidden streets and alleyways, she uncovers secrets and surprises that challenge her perceptions of reality. With its unique blend of psychological insight and surreal atmosphere, this novel takes readers on a journey through the complexities of human experience in the city. Through Ava's story, we explore the power of curiosity, the thrill of discovery, and the fragility of human perception. As Ava delves deeper into the city's mysteries, she finds herself drawn into a world of wonder and awe. She encounters strange and exotic things, and she begins to question the nature of reality itself. But as the city reveals its secrets to Ava, she realizes that nothing is as it seems. The city is a labyrinth of hidden passages and unexpected surprises, and Ava must navigate its twists and turns to uncover the truth.

Ava is chaos.Riley is control.stuck as roommates,they swear they hate each other -but their hearts never got the memo. One hoodie.One fake relationship.One kiss that ruins everything. A slow -burn GL enemies to lovers romance full of jealousy, tension, and the kind of love you feel in your bones.

She was born a Grant — brilliant, beloved, and bound to inherit everything. Until they erased her. Framed for madness, stripped of her name, and replaced by a manufactured imposter, Ava Grant vanished from the elite world that once called her their crown jewel. Five years later, she returns. But not for revenge. For reckoning. With cold precision and buried memories clawing back to life, Ava sets out to reclaim her legacy — and expose the hidden experiment that stole her identity. Alongside Lucian, a powerful man with secrets of his own, Ava must navigate betrayal, forbidden truths, and the twisted family that tried to rewrite her story. They threw her away. But now she’s the one choosing who gets buried.

[WARNING: MATURE CONTENT] High School Kings and Queens SEASON 1, VOLUME 1 [Main story completed] SIDE STORIES ONGOING (2 CHAPTERS EVERY WEEKEND) Synopsis: At Ivory High, Six students face an intense battle not just in academics, but in life. Secrets, family backgrounds, friendships, teen love, and the thirst for fame drive the competition. A once-ignored student rises to fame in mysterious ways, stirring opposition and igniting a fierce academic and social war. As tensions rise, the fight for the coveted titles of King and Queen of Ivory High becomes more dangerous, pulling everyone into a high-stakes game. Follow this Jaw dropping teen drama as the fight for powers drove people to the brink of madness and evil, but unknown to them school rivalry wasn't the main issue, a deadly,evil, savage, demonic cult threaten to swallow them all with its savage customs which purpose was to restore supernatural balance, but doing this they were indirectly tempting death to do it's worse. SCANDALS IN PARADISE VOLUME 2 SEASON 2 [Completed] Summary Returning to the prestigious academy of kings and queens, the students' attempts to integrate sparked a deadly conflict, leading to widespread devastation and a series of murders. Beneath the school lies a secret, concealed for 500 years to protect humanity. During a school event, a terrifying creature was unleashed from a hidden dimension, causing an apocalypse. This event opened a secret realm dominated by deadly supernatural forces capable of ending humanity or restoring balance. However, shadows of the past threaten to disrupt the universe's peace by any means necessary. Excerpt "What do you think you're doing, Ava?" Sylvia demanded, eyeing Ava as she approached the statue with the deathly inscription. Rose glanced around, trying to make sense of the shadowy figure near the door. "Guys, I don't think we're meant to touch that," Emily warned. "I think something is trapped in there." "Oh, that? I might have pushed it slightly, by mistake," Ava replied meekly. "Oh my gosh, you did that on purpose! We're doomed! I told you not to touch anything," Sylvia exclaimed, clearly terrified. Suddenly, thunder rumbled as the heavens shook mightily.

The first anniversary of Alexander Rhea’s death should have brought closure, but for investigative reporter Ava Harris, it only deepens the nightmare. A year ago, she thought she had left behind the haunting, manipulative tycoon and bestselling author—but when she picks up his diary on the anniversary of his death, she’s faced with a chilling discovery: a new entry, written in fresh ink. “To be continued.” The words send a jolt of terror through Ava, for she knows one undeniable truth: Alexander Rhea has been dead for a year. Or so she thought. As the memory of their disturbing interview resurfaces, Ava realizes she’s been tangled in a web of lies, power, and dark obsession. Three years ago, she entered Rhea’s mansion to conduct an exclusive interview, expecting the usual. Instead, she was thrust into a twisted psychological game that pushed her to the edge of sanity. Now, as she revisits the haunting moments of that encounter, Ava uncovers a series of chilling murders—each marked by a cryptic whisper of “Goodnight.” The closer Ava gets to the truth, the more she feels the unshakable presence of Rhea looming over her. Is he truly gone, or is he manipulating her from beyond the grave? As her investigation unravels, the line between the living and the dead begins to blur, and Ava is forced to confront a terrifying question: What if Alexander Rhea never really died?

Ava Sinclair thought she had her life figured out. Smart, independent, and fiercely ambitious, she made a career of crafting perfect matches for others while avoiding love herself. Trust was a luxury she couldn’t afford, especially in a world where loyalty had a price tag. Then Damien Blackwood stormed into her carefully ordered life. Cold, ruthless, and devastatingly handsome, Damien is a man burdened by a dark legacy. His family’s curse demands he marry before a deadline or lose everything. Ava is his unexpected solution: a contract marriage with no strings attached. No emotions. No mess. Just business. But nothing about Damien or their dangerous attraction stays simple for long. As Ava steps into Damien’s opulent yet secretive world, she finds herself entangled in more than just a cold agreement. Whispers of betrayal, hidden enemies, and old scars threaten to unravel everything. And when a night out ends in near disaster, Ava realizes the real danger isn’t the outside world it’s the vulnerability growing inside her. Damien might have sworn never to fall, but Ava stirs something fierce and possessive in him that he never expected.Their arrangement is simple: a contract marriage with strict rules, no attachments, no messy feelings. Ava tells herself it’s just business. Damien promises himself he won’t want her. But some fires were meant to burn. Drawn into Damien’s dark, glittering world, Ava is forced to face desires she’s buried for years. Every glance, every accidental touch, chips away at the distance between them until one mistake, one night, one kiss, threatens to destroy the fragile truce they've built. Lines blur. Walls crumble. And two broken souls will have to choose: cling to the past that shaped them... Or fight for a future neither dared dream about. "The Billionaire’s Unwritten Vows" is a heart-pounding, slow-burn romance filled with emotional tension, fierce chemistry, dark secrets and the ultimate question: Can love truly rewrite a destiny written in blood? Warning: This might be a slow burn.

When struggling single mother Ava crosses paths with ruthless billionaire Dominic Sinclair, neither of them realizes their lives have already been entwined by a secret that could shatter them both — their son. Years ago, Dominic never knew Ava carried his child. Now, as their worlds collide under dangerous circumstances, buried secrets resurface, threatening not only their fragile trust but also their very lives. Powerful enemies lurk in the shadows, determined to destroy them before they can find happiness. But as Ava and Dominic face betrayal, conspiracies, and a hidden organization desperate for control, their undeniable chemistry reignites into a burning passion. Together, they must fight for love, for family, and for the future neither of them thought they deserved. Will the billionaire protect his hidden heirs? Or will his past mistakes tear their new beginning apart?

When Ava Sharma's estranged uncle dies suspiciously, she's caught up in a lethal game of secrets and lies. The police label it a suicide—she doesn't think so. With nothing but a cryptic message and a secret key, she starts unraveling a mystery darker than she ever could have imagined. Her sole surprise partner? Rohit Vikram—reserved, remote, and with scars of his own. They have a fraught history, but neither is ready to discuss it. Not yet. As the danger converges, the two are compelled to trust one another, slowly unspooling hidden truths, covert experiments, and a joint past that's more entwined than they know. Because this enigma didn't just involve Ava's uncle—it devastates much more then it. And the closer they become to finding the truth, the more they stand to lose what little they have left. including one another.

She thought she was just a girl with a broken past… Until the wolf inside her howled to be free. After years of living as an ordinary human, Ava’s life shatters the day she survives an attack that awakens something wild inside her — a power she never knew existed. But in a world where werewolves are feared, hunted, and betrayed, discovering her identity is only the beginning. Surrounded by lies, hunted by those she once trusted, and haunted by a secret tied to her bloodline, Ava must choose: submit to fate, or rise as the leader she was born to be. In a tale of pain, betrayal, power, and unexpected love — the true wolf within refuses to remain hidden.