Contemporary Gothic

The isolated cottage on the remote Hebridean island of Moila seemed like an ideal away-from-it-all retreat for writer Rose Fenemore, a place where she could work in peace, and where her brother Crispin could walk, fish, and photograph the birds and wildlife. But it is not easy to escape the world and its troubles. Crispin's arrival is delayed, and Rose, on her own in the lonely cottage, has to cope with two very different men who come in from the sea on a night of summer storm.

I never had a choice in the matter. When I was turned into a vampire, I fell right into line, just like a good soldier. It never occurred to me to question the vampire regent or his ways. It never dawned on me that we were just puppets in a game even he didn’t understand. I might have been oblivious forever if I had not been recruited for a confidential mission. But South Africa had something else in store for me, something I had never anticipated. I might have forgotten the life I’d left behind. But then Lara showed up and threw everything into a tailspin. Now my past and present are ...

If you love bear shifters, sexy alphas, and bad boys that leave you begging for more, then you will love Bears of the Wild! Alpha’s Enemy A family feud that could end in true love or death! Brother’s Best Friend His best friend’s little sister isn’t so little anymore. And this alpha will do everything possible to claim her as his own. Bear’s Fake Bride He's a bear. She’s a wolf. They shouldn’t be together, but they can’t be apart. Alpha’s Nanny He’s a strong, powerful alpha. She’s a nanny he can’t resist. The only problem is she’s a human. Content Warning: Explicit...

We have a dark past, and now he is my sworn protector. My whole life, I wanted to be someone. I left the drudgery of my small-town life for a coveted job in New York City. But the past has a way of catching up with you. If I want to prove myself, I need to go back to Salem and wrap up some business. Running into Marcel Forrester wasn’t part of the plan, and bittersweet memories of the past have left me both frightened and intrigued. His big blues eyes, powerful position, and strong presence make me feel safe. But I can't get involved with someone like him. He has sworn to protect me ...

A Know-It-All Suit from the FBI Can't Tell Me What to Do. Even If He Is SMOKING Hot! I have always been fine on my own. I certainly don’t need some suit from the FBI infringing on my case. Even if he is smoking hot and stares at me like he wants to see me naked. I just need to focus on tracking down the elusive and seemingly random serial killer. But, when Lev is around, I can’t focus on anything other than my carnal instincts that draw me to him. I don’t want to let Lev in, and I don’t want him trying to break down the walls I need to survive. I am powerless to stop him though. He ...

No one cared to give her a name. And his came with the weight of the world. Welcome to Thornfield where two lost souls are destined to love…no matter the cost. Orphaned as a child, Jane Doe has nothing, but desires everything life has to offer. When she’s offered work at Thornfield, a grand English manor turned hotel, she meets her match in the dark and brooding proprietor, Edward Rochester. He’s arrogant, moody, and hurtful, but as Jane’s attraction grows for this strange and powerful man, so does her spirit. Soon enough, tensions rise to breaking point, and they become embroiled ...

Octavia I stepped off the plane and was hit by a jolt of electricity. It's as if lightning is striking me, the first time I see him. As I step off the jet and onto the tarmac, there he stands, as if summoned from my fantasies. He is gorgeous, muscled, Scottish, and there for me. The electric pulse that dashes across my skin as his kiss brushes against my hand pushes that pulse lower. This is to be the next leg in my journey to discovering what I want out of life. After years of focusing on nothing but work, it's time to focus on myself and the adventures I’ve dreamed about. Will those ...

A trolley car pulls into the station. Four minutes before, the inhabitants were seen boarding at the previous station. All are dead. And all of them are union. The year is 1919. The McNaughton Corporation is the pinnacle of American industry. They built airships that cross the seas. Guns that won the Great War. And above all, the city of Evesden. But something is rotten at the heart of Evesden. Caught between the union and the company, between the police and the victims, Hayes must find the truth behind the city before it kills him.

An ancient curse and unbridled passion will change the Dragon Prince’s life forever. Dax Veskovic is a reckless, aloof playboy who spends his time doing whatever—and whomever—he wants. He has zero cares in the world. That is until his father, the Dragon King, orders him to assist with a charity event, urging him to spend time with people outside of his social circle. Becca Dillon is the owner of New Horizons, a non-profit organization that helps improve the lives of orphaned Gifted children and teenagers. The organization has a lot of difficulties raising money. When the Dragon King ...

Rachel knows she can do so much more – she can be an effective Protector, but she’ll have to overcome the prejudice on the council to be the first woman shifter to join the elite group. Proving her worth will be no easy task. Antonio takes three things in life seriously. His position on the Protector team, loyalty to his shifter family, and avoiding distractions. Oh, and Rachel. They’re best friends and there’s no way he’d ever sacrifice their friendship for anything. And Rachel is a loose cannon. Sure she’s the strongest woman he’s ever known, but that doesn’t give her the ...

In his quest to destroy the Dark Fae, the Dragon King known as Kiril goes to Ireland as a spy. When a gorgeous, mysterious woman tries to seduce him, Kiril instantly sees through her glamour to the Dark Fae beneath. Shara isn't just any Dark; she's from one of the most powerful bloodlines. And despite the dangers, Kiril can't stay away from her. He is enthralled by her smile and enslaved by the undeniable passion. Shara has one chance to make things right with her family and to prove her worth.

When Violet agrees to house-sit a forgotten chateau in the French countryside, she’s hoping to disappear: from her past, her mistakes, and the pain of heartbreak. Instead, she's pulled into the tragic mystery of Elias Lavelle, a hauntingly handsome World War II officer who died with a broken heart. As Violet unravels the tragic story behind the man, love blossoms between the living and the dead. But as she uncovers fragments of Elias’s past, she realizes he’s hiding a secret so devastating and unforgivable, it could shatter the fragile bond between them and doom his soul forever. What...

When a young vampire, Alexei Romanov, is abducted by a deranged lunatic, the members of Immortal Council are forced to reveal their existence to Samantha Moon. The grief of losing one of their own members, coupled with their frustration at the careless behavior of new immortals, forces Julia Agrippina to employ Samantha Moon to find out who took Alexei, find him, and bring him home safely. Sam quickly discovers it’s an offer she can’t refuse. It seems the Council have been very active in the background of Los Angeles, ensuring locals don’t find out too much about the various creatures...

A dragon shifter romance and a powerful dragon prince in pursuit of his lifelong mate. Fire Dragon Sarah owns a small coffee shop and leads a simple life…until she meets Ember. Ember and Sarah were once passionate lovers many lifetimes ago, but after her untimely death, Ember thought he lost her forever. After finally finding her, she is in grave danger and he must rescue her or risk losing her again. The only problem is, Sarah doesn’t believe a word he’s telling her. If you like raw emotions, royal dragon-shifter romances, insta-love, steamy romantic encounters, and page-turning love...

These boys weren’t born cruel, savage, and merciless. Someone made them that way. The boys who started out as my tormentors saved my life. From who? None of us are quite sure. But when I wake up, somehow alive and mostly in one piece, I wake up to a changed house. Cayde and Dean seem to have turned over a new leaf. Instead of hurting me, they want to protect me. Instead of terrorizing me, they want to make me feel safe. And instead of punishing me—well, actually, I’ve learned to like that part. But even if they think the game is over, I know it’s just begun. There’s still people ...

Kam was supposed to be my future. I thought things would be simpler when I left Alana behind. And for a little while, they were. I fell for Kam. I found a family. A home. People who loved me for who I was—at least, who I thought I was. Then it all fell apart. I’m stronger than she knows. I won’t let anyone, or anything hurt my baby. But there’s myself to think of too. Who I want to be. Who I love. What I want for a future that sometimes, I can’t even begin to envision. When all of this is over, who is it that I can have a life with? Am I his? Or am I yours? Authors Note: Yours is ...

Cherished by a Father, coveted by a king, loved by an almost-priest; tormented by demons, tortured by a madman, hunted by a cult, hounded by her father. Mouse has survived it all. Despite Mouse's power, her father always wanted a son - and now, at long last, he has him. And Mouse has a brother, someone else in the world just like her. Hiding among a tribe of the Martu in the isolation of the Australian outback near the edges of Lake Disappointment, Mouse and Angelo have seemingly evaded at least one of the predators hunting them.

Kendis – Hear no evil I was fired in front of a client for being late for a meeting. The client happens to be my dream-worthy one-night stand who I ditched. As despair sets in, he hires me. Although it happened in high school, Jason hasn’t forgiven me. He controls and owns the company. And anything he touches. Including me. Jason’s intense eyes watch me like he can see my secrets. I’m not immune to the way his chocolate muscles ripple. Electricity tickles my spine when he touches my hand. But we must work together and keep our hands and lips off each other. His words are dirtier ...

An artist in glass and light, Angel has loved with passion and fire - and learned the true depths of sadness when what she loved was taken from her. When she first meets Miles Hawkins - a solitary, distant man - their mutual mistrust seems insurmountable.

Esmeralda is just one semester away from graduating college and on her way to opening the restaurant of her dreams. Dante is a ruthless mafia monster that walks in the daylight. Neither of them would've ever crossed paths - until Esmeralda's mother makes a dire mistake that leaves them both at the mercy of the cartel and the whims of its captivating leader.