Jo Nesbo Crime

Lisa Castellano has been a pawn in the Mafia world-born into the powerful Castellano crime family, she's expected to marry for strategic gain. When her father arranges her engagement to a ruthless but unworthy Mafia heir, she's determined to escape. Then comes Lorenzo Romano; A cold and calculating head of the Romano crime family. He has no interest in love or marriage until-he sees an opportunity. By helping Lisa, he can solidify his own power, undermine his rivals, and get something he never expected... A woman who challenges him at every turn.

The Angel of Death. The man everyone fears. They say he’s merciless, that he has killed more people than anyone in the Circle. No one dares cross him. But there’s a secret, one that no one knows. James Bellini has never killed anyone. Not once. The rumors started because of a misunderstanding, a mistake so deep that even he couldn’t fix it. The truth is something only God himself could untangle. And James? He’s just a man caught in the middle of it all.

[MATURE CONTENT WARNING: READ AT YOUR OWN RISK] Jo has spent her life surviving on the streets, invisible among the hungry and desperate. She is a shadow in the city, quick fingers and quicker feet keeping her alive in a world that does not care whether she lives or dies. But one mistake—one stolen purse, one misplaced step—changes everything. Dragged before the Emperor’s mother, Jo expects punishment, perhaps even execution. Instead, she is taken to the Red Keep, not as a prisoner in chains, but as something far more valuable. The empire is built on fire and blood, and the Mother has plans for Jo—plans that involve silken chambers instead of cells, gowns instead of rags, and a fate far worse than death. Because in the empire, power is passed through bloodlines, and an heir born with the right lineage is worth more than gold. Now, Jo must navigate a court where she is both pawn and prisoner, where her body is no longer her own, and where love is just another tool of control. With enemies at every turn and a future she never chose looming ahead, Jo must decide—will she submit to the cage built around her, or will she become something more dangerous than they ever imagined? Because even birds in golden cages can learn how to bite.

[Ding! You've gained 1 million views! The city’s most beloved heroine has fallen for your mysterious charms!] [Miss Mercury is obsessed with your streams. She’s on her way to meet you!] [Heroic factions are closing in on your location, but the Mindbender Heroine is aiding your escape!] [Ding! 10,000 views! You've gained 5,000 Credits and unlocked Stealth Mode (Tier 1)] [Ding! 1 million views! Rope Girl has noticed your mysterious charm and can't get you out of her mind!] [Ding! You’ve saved the city’s lower districts while taking down three corporate-backed heroes. Lady Fortress is secretly watching your stream, intrigued.] In Metro City, where huge corporations and flashy superheroes rule the skyline, everyday people are just bystanders in the ongoing battles between heroes and villains. At the center of this chaotic city is Scott McQueen, an average guy with one big dream: becoming a cool, shadowy antihero. Scott fantasizes about scaring off criminals while serving justice from the shadows. But there’s a catch—this world is full of flashy, attention-grabbing superheroes who hog all the spotlight. One night, everything changes for Scott. He stumbles upon the Harem Streamer System, a strange, almost-living program that offers him a shot at fame. With this system, Scott can live-stream his nightly antihero activities, gaining views and donations from fans all over the world. The catch? The more viewers he gets, the more heroines fall for him. Plus, with the growing fanbase, he earns rewards like money and powerful gear, boosting his chances of becoming the hero he’s always wanted to be! “Bahaha! The whole world is going to bow to me very soon!” He's not only wanted by the Hero Agency. He's not only wanted by mega-corporations. He's not only wanted by enemies he's destroyed. He's also wanted by superheroines! Discord Link: https://discord.gg/XRq3VeasqQ

[Trigger Warning: Mature Content] They say the Silvermoonlight Masquerade changes fates. It did for Lydia Ashford too, but she lost more than she gained. In a world where strength defines worth, she was wolfless, but she refused to be weak. With beauty that shimmered like stardust in the midnight sky and a mind as sharp as a dagger, Lydia was a name spoken with both awe and envy. But admiration was never enough. She forged her own path, honing her combat skills, proving her intelligence, and standing beside Theodore Sinclair, the Alpha’s son, through every challenge. If she could not shift, she would rise in every other way. The Masquerade should have been another step toward securing her future. Yet fate had other plans. One sip of wine. One moment of weakness. One stranger’s touch. And everything she built turned to ash. The man she trusted turned his back on her. The pack that once praised her cast her aside. And the child growing inside her became her only reason to survive. Banished. Forgotten. A name only whispered in shame. Yet, Lydia did not break, she endured. Five years later, she returns—not as the girl they discarded, but as a woman ready to reclaim her life. But fate is not done with her. Because the man who marked her as his? The one who unknowingly fathered her child? He’s standing right in front of her. And this time, he’s not letting her go. ...... The glass hovered near her lips.  "Drink," Nickolas commanded, his voice rough with hunger.  Lydia obeyed, parting her lips as the rich, red liquid flowed onto her tongue. But before she could swallow, his mouth was on hers—hot, demanding, merciless.  The wine spilled between them, sliding over her lips, down her chin. But he didn’t stop. He deepened the kiss, his tongue sweeping inside, stealing the taste straight from her mouth, devouring every shaky breath she tried to take.  By the time he pulled away, she was trembling.  His fingers tilted the glass. A slow trickle of wine spilled onto her collarbone, rolling between her breasts, gliding down her stomach.  The moment the first drop touched her skin, his mouth followed.  His lips grazed the delicate curve of her neck before he dragged his tongue along the slick trail of wine, chasing every drop as it slipped between her breasts. His teeth scraped her skin, and before she could react, he latched onto her, sucking deep, his tongue flicking and teasing before his mouth sealed around her hardened peak.  Lydia arched beneath him, her hands fisting into the sheets as heat coiled low in her stomach.  "Nickolas," she gasped, her voice breathless, desperate.  He groaned against her skin, his grip tightening on her waist as he sucked harder, the wet heat of his mouth sending pleasure pulsing through her veins. He alternated between sharp, aching nips and long, slow strokes of his tongue, drawing soft moans from her lips. "Messy," he murmured, his voice thick with satisfaction as he pulled back just enough to watch her squirm beneath him. His fingers traced the path the wine had taken, slow, possessive.  Then his lips brushed lower, over her navel, his breath a sinful caress against her heated skin.  He smirked against her. "I thought your laughter was the most beautiful sound to my ears…" His fingers slid between her thighs, teasing, coaxing, pushing her to the edge without giving her what she needed.  Then, with a slow, deliberate bite against her inner thigh, he whispered, "Until I heard your moans."  A sharp gasp escaped her lips as he kissed her again, his hands gripping her hips, holding her right where he wanted.  "Nickolas," she whimpered.  He chuckled darkly, his lips trailing back up her body, lingering at her throat before he spoke against her ear. "I could get drunk off you."  Lydia swallowed, her body burning, her thoughts unraveling.  But deep down, she already knew—she was the one drowning. 

Thais Moreau, a ruthless enforcer known as "The Demon," is betrayed and killed in a brutal ambush. Instead of hell, she awakens in the body of Leone Savoie-Rochefort, a rookie deputy sheriff in a fantastical, New Orleans-inspired metropolis. Bound by the Legendary Crime Fighting System, Thais is forced to atone for her sins by solving crimes and protecting the innocent. As she navigates her new role, Thais uncovers a world where magic lurks in the shadows, intertwining with the crimes she investigates. Reluctantly partnered with Leone’s colleagues, she must confront her dark past while unraveling a conspiracy that threatens the city. But old habits die hard, and Thais’ morally ambiguous methods clash with her newfound responsibilities. Will she embrace redemption, or will the darkness consume her once more?

Sentenced to die a hundred times for a crime he never committed. How many lives before they believe him?

"Don't you have someone waiting for you in Itaca Captain? Maybe a wife or a son?!" I was so furious I didn't even notice the complete shock on Odysseus' face, and his shock rapidly turned into anger as well. "WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT?! YOU KNOW THERE'S NOBODY IN ITACA WAITING FOR ME!" "HOW DARE YOU TALK LIKE THAT? WHAT ABOUT PENELOPE AND TELEMACHUS?!" "WHO THE FUCK ARE THESE PEOPLE NOW?!" And that was the moment everything I thought I knew crumbled. [!attention! Detected false knowledge and incongruity within the soul] [please remember that the odyssey from your world is a fiction created several hundreds years after the story took place] [this is not a book]

On a luxurious private island, Lila Evadne, a world-renowned pianist, attends the wedding of her ex, Nate Hawthorne, who is still obsessively in love with her. Surrounded by old friends—Rafe, the mysterious heir and close friend, secretly in love with her, and Charlie, their free-spirited friend, heir to a media empire, trying to make sure that nothing bad would happen between his friends. As the wedding weekend unfolds, Lila finds herself trapped in a tangled web of desire and rivalry, the island's beauty masking a storm of simmering jealousies, buried secrets and toxic emotions. In the heat of the moment, Lila must confront not only the ghosts of her past but also the dangerous allure of the men who love her, forcing her to choose between loyalty, love and a future free of their obsessions. A gripping tale of power, passion, and betrayal, where paradise becomes a prison of unspoken desires, and one woman’s heart hangs in the balance.

In a world of magic crimes increased to shed light to the cases Asher Winters search for answers as the world slumbers in darkness

Zephany Draven is a shy, clumsy celebrity journalist who is constantly ridiculed for not getting the big scoops. She is soft-spoken and easily intimidated, so she looks weak. However, behind closed doors, she's Eclipse, an altogether tougher, loud-mouthed agent and quite ruthless and efficient. Kendrick Montclair is a gentle, positive artist who loves his family and remains optimistic despite his struggles. His gentle nature makes him easy to take advantage of. But secretly, he's Obscura, a cold, ruthless agent who is efficient and silent. Both work as partners in a secret organization that preserves hidden truths erased by governments, yet they remain completely unaware of each other's true identities. Their goal is to reach the highest level of clearance to access classified information. But just when they're on the verge of success, they fail. Then, a mysterious man appears with an offer—a contract marriage in exchange for the information they desperately seek. Trapped with no alternative, they sign the deal. But neither expected what would happen next. ------------- Kendrick and Zephany sat by the glass wall, waiting for their food when a car suddenly crashed through. Kendrick pulled Zephany to safety just in time, but both got small cuts from the broken glass. "Are you okay?" they asked, checking each other. To their astonishment, the cuts healed before their eyes. Their minds raced. "Beside me, the only person I know who has that ability is." "No! She can't be that loud, short-tempered woman!" "No! He can't be that silent, obnoxious man!" "Did I marry my secret partner in crime?" They both shuddered at the thought.

In a state ruled by four powerful mafia groups—Heart, Spade, Clover, and Diamond—each crime syndicate operates under a strict hierarchy modeled after a deck of cards. The Kings reign as ruthless leaders, the Jacks serve as their trusted right-hand men, and the Aces are the most valuable yet independent assets. But beneath this system of order lies a web of betrayal, power struggles, and a fractured past. An unfortunate turn of events forces Vincent "Vin" Archer into the Clover group. How will he survive?

A gangster returns to Virginia after been on vacation. While helping his Crime family in maintaining Virginia, he encountered a restricted locked door filled with blood at the Cruise crime Family's mansion. Upon his been a made man and had a hierarchy in the family, he was mystically denied access that it threatened his existence. Yet, engaging in a drag of power between various Mafia organizations to bring back the respect The Cruise Crime Family once had. **** **** Will Ethan choose hierarchy over his limitations within the mystical family?

After losing his parents, Arslan stumbles upon a weird floating screen that shows off his stats and abilities. Totally confused but kind of excited by this new power, he quickly finds himself in hot water when some shady loan sharks come knocking for repayment on his parents’ debts. With the clock ticking, Arslan gets pulled into a dangerous world of crime, where he has to deal with all sorts of sketchy characters. To make it out alive, he realizes he might need to tap into his darker side and step up as a crime lord, turning his tough situation into a chance to take control. ============ Please leave a review and add the story to your Collections. Use your power stones to support the story. Thanks for reading

In the midst of a brutal kidnapping, Soledad, Ruth, Videilys, and Luiyina struggle to survive while facing their captors. As they attempt to escape their captivity, they uncover the dark secrets and motivations of the men holding them, including Ervenovic, Shining, Edward, and Hivan. In a story of pain, courage, and determination, these women confront extreme situations as they seek freedom and justice. Will these women manage to find freedom before it's too late?

To protect her orphaned niece, Elara Thorne agrees to the unthinkable: marry the man rumored to have murdered her brother. Kaelen Vex, powerful and enigmatic, offers sanctuary in exchange for her hand, but his cold gaze hides secrets that threaten to shatter Elara's world. As she delves into the mystery of her brother's death, she uncovers a web of lies and betrayals, realizing that Kaelen might be the only ally she has against a darkness that lurks closer than she ever imagined. Torn between vengeance and a forbidden attraction, Elara must decide: can she trust the man she vowed to hate, or will the truth destroy them both?

Kenneth was a bodyguard for a mafia boss he always wanted to be part of the criminal industry but life didn't turn out how he wanted He first started to work as a bar tender before he was noticed for his skills in fighting. now he works as a bodyguard for who he wanted to be (a mafia boss) his club was attacked when Kenneth died when the attackers cane, he was shot on the heart "I can't believe I died a uselessly well if I could start a again I will still choose the same route" the god of darkness then piqued interest in him and helped him reincarnate into a world where magic exist now he can live his fantasy of being a boss with lots of wiveswives

in the world of crime and gangs, one man seeks to become the strongest. But will he achieve his goal, or will unexpected events change his decision and alter his path?

Kit is torn between two lovers and some dangerous people are after her.

Rose is sold by her best friend to cover a debt, only to be rescued by a ruthless mafia lord, Alexander. Thrust into a world of crime and danger, she must navigate her feelings for him while surviving the deadly underworld that threatens to consume her.

When Qin Ke woke up after her death, she realized that she was lying in a bridge hole, surrounded by darkness and a few dead people, and there was a game panel right in front of her. 　　The panel was very familiar to her, and it was the very game she had been playing before her sudden death. 　　It's a crime solving and mystery solving game where the player is drawn into the intrigue of multiple cases, each with their own unique escape challenges and surprises. 　　Surprises? Surprise! 　　It's exciting when you put it in a game, but it's deadly when you put it in reality! 　　There are thrilling unsolved cases waiting for you to scout, find out who is the culprit, be careful of the people around you, even passers-by may be hiding a big secret!

Protagonist: Huang Zhong: Male, 17 years old at the beginning of the story, in the critical period of youth rebellion. He is thin, with slightly messy short hair, and his eyes are often stubborn and confused. Because he grew up in a repressive family environment for a long time, he is sensitive and has a strong self-esteem. He usually wears simple T-shirts and jeans, and there are occasionally some stains on his clothes, which is a small portrayal of his unruly life. He lives with his parents in a residential building in an old community. The small and dim room carries his countless sleepless nights. The walls of the room are covered with posters of his favorite rock bands, which is his yearning for freedom. Key characters: Father: Male, in his forties, an ordinary factory worker, busy all day for the family's livelihood. Long-term fatigue makes him slightly hunched, and his face is full of traces of time. He is not good at speaking and has serious communication barriers with Huang Zhong. When Huang Zhong rebels and makes mistakes, he always treats him in a simple and rough way, which also deepens the gap between father and son. Mother: Female, also in her forties, is an ordinary housewife with a gentle but somewhat cowardly personality. Faced with the conflict between her husband and son, she often feels powerless and can only cry secretly. She always manages the big and small affairs of the family, trying to maintain this shaky home with silent efforts. Best friend: Male, about the same age as Huang Zhong, a boy with a generous personality and a strong sense of friendship. He is tall and strong, with two deep dimples when he smiles, giving people a sunny and cheerful feeling. He and Huang Zhong met on the street and experienced many rebellious days together. When Huang Zhong was in danger, he always stood up without hesitation. The injury that time to protect Huang Zhong became an important opportunity for Huang Zhong's life transformation.

"Anaya ke Sapne aur Mohabbat" ek behtareen kahani hai ek larki ki jo apne sapno ke peeche daurti hai, chahe duniya usse namumkin hi kyun na kahe. Anaya, ek middle-class gharane se taluq rakhti hai, lekin uske sapne hamesha asman ko choone wale hain. South Korea se bepanah mohabbat rakhne wali Anaya ka sabse bara khwab wahan ja kar kamyabi hasil karna hai. Apni mehnat aur Allah par bharose ke saath, woh ek din apne sapne ko haqeeqat bana leti hai. Lekin naya mulk, naye log, aur naye challenges uske raste mein aate hain. Korea ki roshan galiyon se lekar uski tanha raaton tak, Anaya har mod par naye tajurbe hasil karti hai. Mohabbat aur dosti ke behtareen jazbaton se bhari yeh kahani sirf ek safar nahi, balki ek khoobsurat ehsaas hai jo dil ko chu lene wali hai. Kya Anaya ka safar sirf ek khwab tak simat jayega ya phir uski zindagi ek naye mod par chal paregi? Yeh jaanne ke liye parhaaiye "Anaya ke Sapne aur Mohabbat" – ek kahani, jo aapke dil ke qareeb chali jayegi.

Cupid's chocolate voltou com melhorias significativas a história consiste em um adolescente chamado João que teve sua vida mudada por causa de um chocolate e depois disso sua vida virou um Caos como será que João irá sair dessa enrrascada?

The city of Toronto unanimously formed a shadow government named The Underworld. Aimed to execute criminals, and people with powers deemed "corrupt", the story focuses on Eugene and his group that were assigned to investigate a series of crime scenes that are tied to a girl with immortality.

Crime run's through the streets, Thugs run the streets, the cops are corrupt. Crime lords fight for territory, But what happens if one man fights back. What if one man could change the tides of the Crime War forever?