The Duke And I Harpercollins Romance

Excerpt: “Come on, babe, let’s do it,” Alex murmured, his lips still brushing softly against hers. She pulled back slightly, her eyes locking with his. “Do you have it?” she asked, her voice steady, but her cheeks flushed. Alex paused, his lips hovering mid-air as confusion flickered in his gaze. He stared at her, trying to process. “condom,” she clarified, her face now turning even redder. ……… Daisy seeks revenge for her father’s murder, but falls in love with the mafia lord responsible. Pregnant and torn between love and vengeance, she must confront a devastating truth—and a deadly choice.

Jovana Stafford, a determined alchemist, risked everything to save her brother with a bluish potion of unpredictable power called Serendipity. The Duke Of Veridian, Caspian Clifford, the kingdom's most formidable force, was tasked with finding the creator of Serendipity. When their worlds intertwined at a debutante ball, an undeniable attraction sparked between them, and their meeting became a clandestine affair. As Jovana struggled to keep her secret, and Caspian grappled with his duty, they must navigate a perilous path of love and loyalty. Will Caspian betray Jovana to fulfil his duty, or will he defy the kingdom to protect her?

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be known that this book wouldn't have made it this far without the support my dear writing buddy Rachel E. Canton who is a great writer of SINS OF THE SERAPHIM - https://www.webnovel.com/book/sins-of-the-seraphim_26438336605116805 and Derek J. Perna To Rachel & Derek, Thank you for everything! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ When the last heir of Ardel lost everything, fate would bring her to her rightful protector. Anna Adhemar, the forgotten princess, found herself betrayed by the Regent. Hunted by the Bargesians and the ruthless slave traders, she desperately fled for her life. Rescued by a mysterious man, her newfound safety was short-lived as she succumbed to a potent aphrodisiac. Then, she awoke in the arms of the fearsome Knight Commander of Gerhard, stripped bare, in a foreign kingdom. Fear, confusion, and a sense of profound devastation enveloped her. But the man before her declared, "I am your husband. I married you last night." Then, with unwavering determination, he vowed, " You're my woman now. No one can hurt my woman." --- Kyren Raychard, the Crown Prince who had chosen to forsake the throne and became celibate, led the Knights of Gerhard to safeguard his kingdom’s border from slave trading activities. Outside his camp, he found Anna poisoned and delirious. The healer informed him of the only cure, of which he must race against time to give and honour her. For the first time, he felt an overwhelming instinct to protect and claim her as his own. Unaware of his deepening affection, he belatedly realised his feelings as he stood on the brink of losing her. Bound by a soul-binding spell, their fates intertwined…

18 and naive, Belle Hart thought marriage would end her misery, only to realize it had just begun! What started as a promising love turned out to be a facade, would Belle choose between a second chance or leave? She met her mate, the Duke, who she proposed to when she came of age. A month in, things took a turn. The Duke leaves for war before she could inform him about her pregnancy, only for him to return with a mysterious woman whom he claimed to be his new wife! The audacity! Trouble ensued and Belle suffered a miscarriage as a result. … “What did you just say?” He asked, his gaze darkening. “You heard me well, I seek a divorce. I wish for us to go our separate ways,” she replied, her voice steady as she met his gaze with confidence, though inwardly she was shaken by his presence. “You are my mate, Belle, and I am yours. Divorce is the most foolish notion you could entertain. Do you believe any man would take a worthless creature like you as his wife?” He scoffed, his words biting, causing her heart to ache. … The Duke's refusal pushed Belle into the arms of the king. All she had to do was bear him an heir and he would help her get her revenge! "I want you to marry me, Your Majesty, and aid me in seeking my revenge against the Duke and those who have wronged me. In exchange, I shall bear you an heir before you help me," she said, her voice steady and full of purpose. What will the choice be?

On his 20th birthday, Asher's mother confessed something he never expected. After the truth was revealed, she died giving her last blessing to him. That's when Asher found himself all alone, confused about his own identity and worrying about his future. What did she say? -He was someone special? -Someone people would come after? She said he was coming from a very rare but also a very special race called omega where men could get pregnant. Was it real? At first, Asher strictly refused to accept his mother's confession. But in the end, he had to believe it. Because it was the bitter truth. If he was really coming from such a rare race, and had such a special body, did he have to live all his life hiding so he wouldn't get caught and become someone's plaything? Was that the only way to avoid getting the bad ending his father got? Why was he even born as someone like this?! He just wanted a peaceful life. So, it wouldn't be as dangerous as his mother said if he just forgot he was special and lived like a normal person, right? People would not notice. Alas, it's been a long time since people last saw an omega and they must be believing no omega exists now. At least that's what he thought... He thought people might have forgotten about his existence and he would not have to face any problems in the future.  Whether he was special or not, he still became a target. When he was kidnapped and auctioned as a slave, he regretted ignoring his mother's last advice. "Don't trust anyone easily. Your safety is in your hands and protecting yourself is your duty." He could only blame himself and expect for the worst if his special identity was to get revealed and meet the same end as his father did. However, his fate gave him a second chance along with a huge surprise which changed his life for the better. Hopefully, Asher was saved by the so-called 'bloodthirsty monster' duke and brought to his mansion to babysit his spoiled 10-year-old little sister who threw tantrums declaring she wants Asher to pat her head and comfort her. Just to babysit this adorable, little girl.  He was safe. His secret was also secured within himself. Thanks to that chaotic sister and brother, Asher's life slowly took new turns and continued with almost no obstacles...till some point. The surprise? The duke happened to have some kind of a 'strange' illness that had no cure. Not long after when Asher discovered it, he ended up becoming the perfect cure for his illness. But how? -Remember? He was 'special'! Where would his specialty as an omega lead his life to? What kind of mysteries would he have to encounter with this duke wishing comfort from him?  Will the duke's 'strange' illness ever get healed? How would their story flow to that perfect happy ending with the twist of love landing in the middle of their 'just a deal'? ________________ Note:  This story continues in a historical timeline. Similar to omegaverse, but not the same omegaverse universe. Magic, revenge, dukes, royal families, curses, spells, heats, ruts... (The book cover is from Pinterest. Respect to the artist.)

A fearless stuntwoman in her past life, she has now made a deal with the heavens to relocate her soul into a wealthy heiress. Instead of boundless riches, she finds herself inside the body of none other then the antagonist and villainess of a novel she once read, "The White Rose Blossom" . Her name now is Priscilla Marie von Haust and her problems can't be easily dismissed with breaking off her engagement to damn Crown Prince of the Empire. Since no one told her that reading the novel would not imitate the characters true actions! She in now trying to fix all the chaos 'Priscilla' had once created but in doing so she finds herself working alongside the dark but very handsome Duke of the North, Christian Blackwood. A man known for cruelty and also the one to have driven a sword in the novel. How is Priscilla going to survive?! "Welp, if I can't beat them, why don't I charm them!"

Diva was a bet for Siddhant, who is an Elite boy at campus. he made her fell for him. A girl who was in love with him kept ignoring others warning till one day she found him cheating on her. she felt betrayed,while on other hand college's Elite boy Aryan fells in love with her. He helps her to overcome her trauma and slowly slowly she starts trusting him. Siddhant starts getting jealous when he spots diva with Aryan. He distant himself from Anaya and starts working hard to get her back. Anaya on other hand, her parents uses her in their business. They forces her enter in Aryans life,while due to some misunderstanding she enters in Sid's life.

In the midst of a chilling night, Elena Wilson, a young and timid girl, finds herself in a harrowing chase, desperately trying to escape from an unknown pursuer. Lost in the alleys of a desolate street, she collides with a car, her heart racing as she braces for the impact. Miraculously, the driver of the vehicle manages to halt just in time, saving her from harm. As Elena regains her composure, she gazes up to meet the eyes of the car's owner, only to recognize the face that has adorned countless magazines—the enigmatic and successful billionaire, Elliot Wessex. Overwhelmed with both gratitude and trepidation, Elena implores him for help, hoping he could drive her to a safe place Little does Elena know that Elliot's desire to assist her is not purely driven by kindness. Beneath his handsome façade lies a some hidden motive. Drawn to Elena's beauty and vulnerability, he agrees to aid her in eluding her pursuer, embarking on a dangerous journey that illuminates dark secrets and tests the limits of trust.

I was crystal sure that I wont be given the opportunity to work in this company even if I do my best and pass the interview , because turns out the man I abused falsely, provoked and argued with this morning before the interview that my dad forced me to go ,, is the CEO of the same company! So thinking of it.. I can as well annoy him more and go because no matter what.. I won't get this job!! But I got it anyway,,

Today is the start of our high school debut. the day went by without a hitch like any other day until I saw my best friend and my childhood friend in an empty classroom. Did I hear that right? Did she just confessed her feelings? long story short, I love my childhood friend. But seeing her being in love with my best friend. hmm.. Stay tuned for a boring story of mine.

Setting: Modern-day New York City Plot Idea: Aurora "Rory" Thompson, a 25-year-old freelance journalist, stumbles upon a cryptic message that leads her to investigate a string of mysterious disappearances in New York City. As she delves deeper into the case, she meets enigmatic and handsome billionaire, Julian Blackwood, who seems to be hiding secrets of his own.

Jack is an expert in telecommunications systems, and he will have to suspend the vacation he longed for to fulfill his mission in space. What Jack does not know is that he will not only have to repair the satellite damaged by a meteorite, but he will also have to bring back Dr. Susan, who is lost on the planet Mars. NASA is hiding a secret, not only about the mission, but also about the importance of bringing Dr. Susan back, so they will send two undercover agents to guarantee the mission.

From being a sex slave to the mafia lord’s favourite, follow the story of Mina Angel, from being a sassy girl to the mafia lord princess. Aaron Vertercio, the mafia Lord took a liking to Mina, he’d do anything for Mina to be his sex slave, even if he had to make Mina and her sick mom homeless and suffer. “What, I woke up like this” Mina said. “ Go back and change princess!” Aaron growled “ Why?” Aaron walked towards her, the aura was enough to send a shiver down someone's spine Mina was slammed against the wall, and Aaron locked her in his arms “Remember this, you are mine and mine alone”.

There are 4 Duke's In the Holy Empire And John Well Is One Of The Duke's But Out of The 4 Dukedom Well's Are The Weakest So Much So That Even Some People Question If There are a Dukedom Now Our MC John Well, Gets a Humiliation System With That Maybe He can Save His Dukedom From Collapsing? "WARNING" This novel will have mc humiliated by character's Involving #Incest #Cuckold #Femdom #NTR #netorare #netorase #Clean ups #sph #Chastity Cage #Forced Feminization #Bdsm # Cbt#Harem If You are Not Into That Stuff Please Kindly Leave and Let Others Enjoy

The Romance of Shaoyang is a story about a girl called shaoyang who unexpectedly received the phoenix blood and become the saintess that everyone obeys and bows to. And qianfan and abandoned disciple from the moon lotus clan who is been lockdown upon,abused and expelled from the clan for having a low spirit energy, but unknown to all he’s actually a true God. After meeting shaoyang his life changed for the better and he started having feeling for shaoyang. Let’s see if shaoyang can accept him due to his title as a True God.

What happens when your parents, you love so much are killed by monsters when you are a child. Your aunt, who took you in, and loved and raised you like her own child are targeted. Your brother in your previous world, betrayed and killed you. Are you able to control that anger, that rage that's stabbing you every moment of life. Let's find out in the story of Rosh, who is born is a world of magic, weak at first, slowly becomes stronger and kills the monsters. Then finds love for his summon, Shomi, the demoness. This is a revenge and romance story.

just a nerd discovering about love dating and friendship.#Wholesome

Hi I'm Rosie "one day I was on my way to school for my final exam but on the way I meet with an accident but I saw a man standing infront me while I was shouting help me but what I only know is that he wanted to leave me and go after that I opened my eyes and see myself in a hospital.

Issabelle is devastated following her mother's death. Furthermore, her fiancé calls off their wedding a day before the material day. Such devastation to a youthful soul is unbearable and only revenge can put out the flame burning in her heart,

She was killed in her first life with no investigation. The powerful mage who gave her everything to the royal family was betrayed after making use of her powers. They made her out as a villain, someone who betrayed them when in reality it was them who did that. When she woke up in the body of another girl who was in the process of being made out as the villain just like her, she decided enough is enough. "I am going to marry the Duke!" "But, milady! He is just a trash! A thorn in the side of the royal family." Oh, he is not. She would make sure of it. Besides, he was the one who asked for her hand in marriage. Now that she has a chance at having romance, she is not going to let it go!

In the Savran Empire, Adelina De Alagna and Ellenia De Grande had lived vastly different lives, their paths shaped by circumstances that had left an indelible mark on their souls. Adelina, the daughter of Marquess Alagna, had suffered the cruel fate of abandonment, abuse, and loneliness. Her life had been a never-ending struggle, a desperate attempt to find solace in a world that seemed determined to crush her. Ellenia, on the other hand, had been the cherished daughter of Duke Grande, surrounded by luxury and privilege. Yet, despite the opulence that surrounded her, Ellenia had felt a deep emotional void, a sense of emptiness that had gnawed at her very being. As they lay dying, their final thoughts were consumed by the longing for a chance to make different choices, and to alter the course of their destinies. "I don't want to die like this." In a miraculous turn of events, their wishes were granted. Both women were given a second chance at life, their souls transported back in time to when they were 18 years old. The world around them was familiar yet different, a canvas waiting to be repainted with the vibrant colors of their newfound determination. As they opened their eyes to this new reality, Adelina and Ellenia knew that they had been given a rare gift - a chance to relive their lives, to make different choices, and to forge new paths. The question was, would they be able to seize this opportunity, to learn from their past mistakes, and to create a brighter future for themselves?

After an experiment goes awry, Samara finds herself in the mystical land of Lumicrestia, where dark forces are drawn to her for reasons she doesn’t understand. As she struggles to adapt to this new world, she gains an unexpected protector in Duke Mikhail Aster, a powerful figure both feared and revered. Samara feels an unshakable sense of familiarity with the Duke, and as they delve into the secrets of their intertwined pasts, they must also navigate the treacherous politics of Lumicrestia. Their growing bond tested as they face a corrupt high priest and an ancient deity bent on plunging the world into darkness.

Samantha is deeply in love with Drex. But Drex is into another woman. When Samantha's Parents told her that she will marry Drex to help Drex's Family for being Bankrupt. She grab the Opportunity. Drex beg her to help their Family but they can't marry her because he's already in love with someone. But because Samantha is secretly inlove with him since they were Kids she still insist getting married to him. What would be Drex reaction? And what would be Samantha's life in Drex hands?

Reina is a normal university student who struggles on her life as an orphan. Para matustusan ang pag-aaral ay kabi-kabilang racket na ang kanyang ginawa. Nando'n na ang pagiging labandera, online seller, at pagiging isang cashier sa isang milktea shop. Maliban sa kabi-kabilang pagtatrabaho ay nakahiligan niya ring magbasa ng manhwa. Ang pinaka-paborito niyang basahin ay ang sikat na manhwa na ang title ay "The Wolf King and I" na trending online simula pa man ng ito ay mai-release. Ngunit isang araw, ay laking-gulat nalang niya nang magising siya sa mundo ng paborito niyang manhwa. At ito pa! She's woken up as a princess tribute to the tyrant and ruthless Wolf King! She's not even the female lead but only the cameo character of the story! Now, how can she survive inside the world on which, even on her wildest dreams, she thought to not be existing!

Alexandra Grace, the best nurse in New York is asked to relocate and work full time for the young multi-millionare named Ace. \ ~~~~~~~~~~~ Ace Anderson is an arrogant and stubborn patient who recently survived a plane crash damaging his face which is now wrapped in bandages. He is dealing with problems of his own that bring him down. He's broken beyond repair..... She will heal his broken heart ~~~~~~~~~~~ But will Alexandra change things for him or hurt him even more? With the mysteries behind Ace accident?? With the past of the two that await them?? Will they concured all the obstacles that await them?? Will their Love for each other will they go through all the problems they will face?? This story was filled with Suspence, Hate and Love.... Grab your popcorn and ride with me from the beginning to the End

betrayed by her childhood boyfriend, Hazel Gray who now goes by the name Emily Lawson daughter of one of the most richest men in LA comes back to take revenge on her ex boyfriend, but to her greatest shock, she realized she was bethroded to thesame man Alex Wilson, when she was just 1 month old, after her wedding with Alex whom she hated so much she discovered he was the biggest mafia Boss in all of NYC, will this discovery change her suppressed love for him or will it make her love him even more