In Ruthless Empire, power, deceit, and desire rule the halls of an elite academy where the wealthy hold sway. The protagonist, a determined young woman from a modest background, is thrust into this dangerous world and must navigate treacherous social politics.
Her entanglement with a cold, dominant heir to a ruthless empire leads to a tempestuous relationship full of manipulation, passion, and betrayal. With its strong tension and high stakes, this novel explores the lengths one will go to seize control—and the cost of surrendering to passion.
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1: Want Me by Neve Wilder
Want Me is a steamy college romance that follows roommates Nate and Eric, who become entangled in a no-strings-attached relationship that quickly turns complicated. Neve Wilder’s novel combines humor, passion, and emotional depth in this addictive LGBTQ+ romance.
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2: Just a Bit Twisted by Alessandra Hazard
In Just a Bit Twisted, Alessandra Hazard presents an age-gap, teacher-student romance between Shawn, a struggling college student, and his professor Derek. The novel explores forbidden love and the complexities of their relationship in a steamy, emotional story.
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3: Cruel King by Rina Kent
Cruel King is a dark romance about Levi King, the ultimate bad boy, and Astrid Clifford, the girl who dares to challenge him. This enemies-to-lovers story is filled with intense chemistry, secrets, and a twisted dynamic that will keep readers hooked.
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4: Deviant King by Rina Kent
In Deviant King, Elsa Quinn enters a world dominated by Aiden King, the ruthless and enigmatic bad boy at Royal Elite School. Their intense and dangerous attraction drives this high-stakes dark romance, packed with secrets, tension, and emotional conflict.
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5: Angry God by L.J. Shen
Angry God by L.J. Shen is an intense dark romance about Vaughn Spencer, a troubled artist with a dark past, and Lenora Astalis, the only one who sees through his façade. This gripping and emotional story of redemption and love is a must-read for fans of dark, brooding anti-heroes.
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6: Crossing Borders by J. Lynn Bailey
In Crossing Borders, Charlotte returns to her small hometown, where she reconnects with Henry, her childhood crush. The novel explores themes of forgiveness, love, and second chances, making it an emotional journey for fans of heartwarming contemporary romance set in small towns.
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7: Wrath by Ella James
Wrath by Ella James is a dark, emotionally intense romance about Judah Colt and Gisele Moore, two broken individuals drawn together by their traumatic pasts. Their relationship teeters between love and destruction, and the novel explores themes of vengeance, redemption, and healing.
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8: Steel Princess by Rina Kent
Steel Princess is the second installment in Rina Kent’s Royal Elite Series. The story dives deeper into Aiden King’s obsessive relationship with Elsa Quinn. Their twisted romance is filled with secrets, tension, and a dangerous game of power and control. It’s a dark, addictive read for fans of intense love stories.
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9: Follow the River by Cece Louise
Follow the River is a captivating young adult fantasy about Farrah, a determined young woman who sets out on a dangerous quest to save her people. Along the way, she meets Callan, a mysterious warrior with a hidden past. Their journey is filled with magic, adventure, and blossoming romance.
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10: The Vitale Brothers by Ella Jade
Ella Jade's The Vitale Brothers is a captivating mafia romance that follows the lives of two powerful brothers, Dominic and Lorenzo, as they navigate the criminal underworld. When their lives intersect with Gianna and Sophia, sparks fly, and loyalties are tested. It’s a gripping tale of power, passion, and family loyalty.
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11: Black Knight by Rina Kent
In Black Knight, Rina Kent takes readers into the world of Royal Elite Academy, where secrets and dark emotions simmer beneath the surface. Levi King, the brooding and broken protagonist, struggles with his feelings for Astrid Clifford. This high-school romance features intense emotional tension, betrayal, and redemption.
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12: Iced Out by C.E. Ricci
Iced Out by C.E. Ricci follows West and Hunter, teammates on the same hockey team, who can’t stand each other—until their fiery antagonism turns into something deeper. As their rivalry melts, they confront their feelings in this passionate and steamy LGBTQ+ sports romance.
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13: The Do-Over by Lynn Painter
Emilie Hornby is forced to relive Valentine’s Day over and over again in a Groundhog Day-style time loop. As each day passes, she finds herself spending more time with Nick, who is stuck in the loop with her. Together, they explore how to break free while discovering new feelings.
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14: Savage Rivals by Becca Steele
In Savage Rivals by Becca Steele, intense rivalry between two star athletes, Cole and Weston, ignites both on and off the field. As tensions rise, so does their attraction, complicating their already competitive dynamic. This enemies-to-lovers sports romance delivers both heat and heartfelt moments.
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15: Mr. Wrong Number by Lynn Painter
Olivia gets a flirty and hilarious text from an unknown number, which soon turns into a texting fling. Little does she know, her mystery texter is Colin, her brother's best friend—and Olivia's least favorite person. Chaos ensues as they navigate their love-hate relationship.
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16: Infamous Park Avenue Prince by Parker S. Huntington
Infamous Park Avenue Prince by Parker S. Huntington tells the story of Julien, a cold, calculating billionaire, and Poppy, the woman who challenges his aloof exterior. Their complicated romance reveals hidden pasts and heartache, blending themes of passion, betrayal, and redemption in the high-stakes world of Park Avenue.
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17: Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver
Butcher & Blackbird is a dark psychological romance that centers on two anti-heroes, known as The Butcher and The Blackbird, who form a twisted relationship based on violence and passion. Brynne Weaver’s thrilling narrative explores obsession, danger, and love in a deeply unsettling yet addictive storyline.
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18: God of Fury by Bella J.
God of Fury by Bella J. is a dark mafia romance centered on Nero, a cold, calculating mafia boss, and Aurora, the woman caught in his dangerous world. As their paths cross, secrets unravel, forcing them into a game of power, passion, and revenge. This intense story is filled with twists, heart-pounding moments, and undeniable chemistry.
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