Having lived a sheltered life under her father's strict rule, Ella's newfound freedom is tested when she meets Angelo Tomassi, the most well known crime boss in Miami. Despite his duty to marry another woman, Angelo shows Ella a softer side that wins over her heart. She refuses her chance to leave and willingly gives up her freedom for a chance at love with Angelo. When their romantic involvement ignites a string of brutal attacks from an enemy group, Angelo places Ella under his watchful eye to keep her safe. To his surprise, innocent Ella shoots back with impeccable accuracy and skill, raising questions connected to her past. (This book may contain language, violence or sexual content and is intended for mature audiences. Reader discretion is advised.)

Vienna faces the truth that her boyfriend has sex with other women and treats her like a third-rate convenience. She grabs all her clothes and tells him goodbye. Her confidence is shot. Her genius in the tech world has not been discovered, and the breakup makes her late to serve drinks at the Buccieri Casino, placing her in front of the Buccieri head. Donato requests that she joins him, a request she cannot refuse. With a gun to her head, the privilege thrusts Vienna into the middle of an all-out war. She can never leave. Donato chooses her bed. Left with no choice but to stay, Vienna accepts her new life and must earn the respect of the Buccieri name.

Miguel has a natural air of maturity. His body is a canvas for his latest tattoo, covered with long sleeves and a suit coat by day as he runs an esteemed line of cruise ships out of Port Canaveral. He won't hesitate to bash a metal bar into the side of a person's head if they cross him or anyone he cares about. He also has a dark past that he would rather forget. Miguel does not intend to fall for any woman. Love is a weakness he does not need. Then he meets Kiara - his employee. She is an intelligent, petite woman with long brown hair. She is dedicated to furthering her education all while working two jobs and sending money back home. Kiara has also been betrayed by the man she was going to marry, hurt in the worst way possible. She tries to cut ties with Julian, but it's more difficult than she imagines when he is the son of her father's best friend. Julian follows her from her home town of Miami to Orlando where she attends school. He tries to attack her but she manages to escape. She escapes right into the travel agency where she works and passes out, only to wake up in one of the guest bedrooms in Miguel's home.

Meet Akanni, a vibrant young man bursting with dreams and optimism for a brighter future. But suddenly, everything crumbles around him - relationships collapse, and even his family fails to support him. Feeling trapped and desperate, he contemplates a drastic solution to his struggles. However, life takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious letter opens his eyes to new possibilities and hidden truths. Join Akanni on an enthralling journey as he ventures into uncharted paths of destiny, navigating the twists and turns that fate has in store for him.

As a fierce war between royalty and commonfolk rages on, one soldier will learn, through menacing shadows of treachery, regret and death, what it means to grow. Note: Dagen is pronounced "day-jen" Teaser: A loud zing! resonated through the room as steel met burning steel. "So you're the traitor," said Craden. He opened his eyes, but his visor's darkness hadn't faded and kept him blind. "I only choose not to support a dead cause," Craden's heart stopped as his memory registered the voice as familiar. "Isn't that logical, Craden?" Craden screamed as the visor's darkness vanished. I hope you enjoy this Dagen Chronicles side story, you can also start the main series here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FFV4CYB9