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Heaven Official's Blessing: Tian Guan Ci Fu (Novel) Vol. 8 by Mò Xiāng Tóng Xiù, 墨香铜臭
A BATTLE FOR FREEDOM, A LOVE FOR THE AGESWhite No-Face's mask is off, and the final conflict has begun. Deep in the ancient caverns and lava flows of Mount Tonglu, Xie Lian must face the one whose hatred has plagued him for centuries--but this time, he won't have to do it alone... -
![The River Prince by Sheena Jolie, S.J. Himes]()
The River Prince by Sheena Jolie, S.J. Himes
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFrom bestselling author SJ Himes writing as Sheena Jolie comes the long-awaited new book in the Realms of Love Series! The countries of Eistrea and Hellebore were once one land, torn asunder by a brutal war... -
![The Crimson Spell, Volume 1 by Ayano Yamane]()
The Crimson Spell, Volume 1 by Ayano Yamane
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsThe curse of the magical crimson sword has turned Prince Bald into a monster... To break the spell, he sets out on a journey with the sexy and gorgeous magician, Havi. Bald has no idea that when he turns into a beast at night, Havi uses his unique talents to pacify his beastly appetite... The luscious journey of Bald and Havi begins... -
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![Oracle by Macy Blake]()
Oracle by Macy Blake
Rated: 4.49 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsKoios, AKA the Oracle, is a man with a mission: hunt down and destroy the manticore who’s been tormenting his pack. There’s only one thing standing in his way…a giant, stubborn bear named Ben Jerrick... -
![Wake the Dead by Jocelynn Drake]()
Wake the Dead by Jocelynn Drake
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe dead wait for Caelan.The Goddess of Life has sent Caelan to wake her brother, the Dead God.But crossing the reclusive country of Zastrad is even more treacherous when Caelan and his friends aren’t sure they can trust their guide.The brotherhood of friends will be tested by violence, death, political intrigue, and secrets better left in the dark... -
![Wings of Fire by Jocelynn Drake]()
Wings of Fire by Jocelynn Drake
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSecrets can kill.The Goddess of Fire calls from the Isle of Stone, and Caelan must obey.But the new king must first unravel a lifetime of secrets if he wants to have any chance of saving Drayce’s life.Caelan and his companions battle dragon clans and cranky gods in their quest to protect their world from the Goddess of the Hunt... -
![Ghost Friends Forever by Pandora Pine]()
Ghost Friends Forever by Pandora Pine
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhat if your imaginary friend wasn’t so imaginary after all?Detective Jude Byrne, sick of working alleged cases of infidelity, takes on client Sam Jones, a man looking to reconnect with his first love. As the search for Greta begins, Jude realizes Sam might be the reason his lost love has fallen off the grid... -
![Lovesick Titans by Amanda Meuwissen]()
Lovesick Titans by Amanda Meuwissen
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsNot even a Titan can always stand up to a God.Malcom Cho is in over his head, wrapped up in a love affair with his superhero nemesis Zeus, who most people in Olympus City only know as Detective Danny Grant... -
![Don't Judge A Prince By His Undergarments by Lisa Oliver]()
Don't Judge A Prince By His Undergarments by Lisa Oliver
The only goal Prince Syrius Fortune of Rosenhip had during his twin sister's "meet the suitors" ball, was to stay quiet and out of the way. His sister's event had been in the planning for five years, and he and his loving father had already agreed trying to seek a wedding contract for himself was not a good idea... -
![Away Childish Things by lettered]()
Away Childish Things by lettered
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFandom: Harry PotterRelationship: Draco Malfoy/Harry Potter--------------------------------------------------Harry gets de-aged. Malfoy has to help him... -
![Draco Malfoy and the Heir of Slytherin by starbrigid]()
Draco Malfoy and the Heir of Slytherin by starbrigid
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsDraco Malfoy never asked for a second chance, nor did he particularly want one... -
![재혼 황후 8 [Jaehon Hwangho 8] (The Remarried Empress (Manhwa) #8) by Alphatart]()
재혼 황후 8 [Jaehon Hwangho 8] (The Remarried Empress (Manhwa) #8) by Alphatart
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratings“나비에가 편지를 읽고, 모든 게 오해였다는 걸 깨닫는다면….”나비에를 놓지 못한 소비에슈, 그의 이기적인 선택소비에슈는 라스타에게 이혼을 약속했던 말을 나비에가 들었단 기사를 보고 남들의 눈을 피해 나비에게 편지를 보낸다. 하지만 나비에에게서 별다른 답장이 오지 않고, 자신과 주먹다짐까지 한 카프멘 대공을 서왕국으로 불렀다는 소식에 소비에슈는 나비에와 직접 만나기 위해 결혼식을 서두르고 청첩장을 보낸다. 트로비 공작가를 방문하기 위해서라도 하인리와 함께 초대에 응한 나비에. 한때는 황후로서 거닐던 동대제국에서 가장 피하고 싶었던 소비에슈와 마주하는데……... -
![Devil May Care by Lark Taylor]()
Devil May Care by Lark Taylor
One life-altering kiss sets our whole world on fire.HarlowI’ll tell you what isn’t on my agenda for this century: finding my fated mate only to have him reject me.In fact, having a mate and tying myself down for eternity isn’t even a blip on my radar. But the moment I meet Bailey, there’s no denying he’s meant to be mine. Everything about the gentle Welsh giant calls to me, consuming my thoughts... -
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![Lost With Lightning: An M/M Mpreg Dragon Shifter Romance by Ashe Moon]()
Lost With Lightning: An M/M Mpreg Dragon Shifter Romance by Ashe Moon
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEli is an orphan omega who has always taken care of himself. He’s completely shunned the use of his thunder dragon form to learn the human healing arts, and has never once wanted an alpha—but when an accident puts him into the protective “dad arms” of Theo, a fire drake many years his senior, a lifetime of repressed desires comes crackling to the surface... -
![Contested Crown by Kai Butler]()
Contested Crown by Kai Butler
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI can’t give him up, even if it costs me my life... Miles and Cade are on the run. Without money, protection, or allies they have only each other to rely on as they flee the most powerful mage house in the country. Unfortunately, the outside world is even more dangerous than the lion’s den they just escaped from... -
![Cooking With Magic by Lisa Oliver]()
Cooking With Magic by Lisa Oliver
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratings“I would never hurt you… Please don’t flinch like that. You need to come with me, that’s all, and for that I need to touch you.”Hellhound Faron wasn’t expecting anything when he went to his local diner for a meal before heading home. He might have privately hoped that he could catch sight of his favorite chef, Patrick, but the food was worth eating anyway... -
![Firebug by Athena Steller]()
Firebug by Athena Steller
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsUnlocked Mates Book 7AdamAdam is beyond thrilled at finding his mate. Living in the Hell realm will take some getting used to but at least he has friends close by. His big mate is perfect, Adam loves his minions, but Hell is missing color, laughter, and love, and Adam can’t let that stand... -
![Finding Home Volume 1: The Traveller by Hari Conner]()
Finding Home Volume 1: The Traveller by Hari Conner
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsFinding Home is a slow-burn romance/drama comic set in a fantasy world, with a focus on nature, emotion and the small moments that change how you feel about someone.Having abandoned his wood nymph family and spent a disastrous few years failing to fit in among humans, Chepi now travels alone, avoiding making friends or staying anywhere too long... -
![Team A.L.P.H.A. Books 1-4 by Susi Hawke, Crista Crown]()
Team A.L.P.H.A. Books 1-4 by Susi Hawke, Crista Crown
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratings★ Team ALPHA is an mpreg wolf shifter series full of protective alphas, side splitting moments of laughter, dangerous missions, pregnancy, babies, and endless feels. ★ Grabbed Team leader Noah didn't expect their mission to rescue a bratty kidnapped senator's son to uncover a web of corruption... or to find his mate... -
![Castiel by Taylor Rylan]()
Castiel by Taylor Rylan
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThey were supposed to be colleagues. Fate had other plans for them. Dr. Castiel Bennett has been alone a very long time. The oldest son of one of an original eight, he’s seen a lot in his long life. As a gargoyle, he doesn’t mind living a solitary life, but he knows it would be so much better with his fated mate by his side... -
![A Beginner's Guide to Christmas Miracles by Shannon Mae]()
A Beginner's Guide to Christmas Miracles by Shannon Mae
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNachielus (not Nicholas) may have gotten into a bit of trouble over unsanctioned miracles, ending up on the upstairs’ naughty list. Sure, maybe he’d gotten a little carried away with the whole Christmas thing, but he hadn’t meant to become a part of folklore, and surely that wasn’t a reason to bury him in centuries of paperwork... -
![Stitches by Amanda Meuwissen]()
Stitches by Amanda Meuwissen
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsCreated by the alchemist Braxton, Levi was “born” fully grown and spends his early days learning about the monster-filled kingdom he calls home.Even though he is just a construct pieced together from cloned parts, Levi longs to fit in with his mythical neighbors, but more than that, he wishes he could say two words to the Shadow King without stuttering... -
![Monster and the Beast, Vol. 3 by renji]()
Monster and the Beast, Vol. 3 by renji
Rated: 4.26 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAfter the world conspired to separate Cavo and Liam before there burgeoning romance could really begin, the two are left to wander the world separately, desperately hoping for a reunion. But when Liam is feeling lonely without Cavo's touch, will he stay true the sweet, innocent Cavo or find solace in another man.. -
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![Azure Seas & Dragon Isles by Tygati, Megan Derr]()
Azure Seas & Dragon Isles by Tygati, Megan Derr
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFar to the east lie the mysterious Dragon Isles - none have seen the creatures they are named for in so long that their existence is now naught but myth. When a young man fleeing for his life reaches the shores of the Dragon Isles, what he finds will change not only his life, but his entire world... -
![Recovery by Amy Rae Durreson]()
Recovery by Amy Rae Durreson
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsRaif has always believed in honour and duty. When he is asked to travel to the distant north to wake the dragon Arden from his centuries’ long sleep, he embraces the opportunity. But Arden is not what Raif was expecting: whimsical, mischievous and charming, he frustrates and flusters Raif at every turn.When danger draws them to the lagoon city of Aliann, Raif’s troubles deepen... -
![The Vampire's Club by X. Aratare]()
The Vampire's Club by X. Aratare
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLucas Daniels is a vampire... and a witch. Can he use his newfound powers to help Konstantin “the Wolf” Volk, the dangerous and mysterious Nomad, and the witch, Gaia, to stop the destruction of all vampires by the coven leader Rachel? If Lucas does, he’ll have to convince the Nomad that he is not a threat to Konstantin... -
![Saving Choice by Susi Hawke]()
Saving Choice by Susi Hawke
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFind your mate and choose your fate. After a lifetime of struggling to exist within an Unseelie Fae community that doesn’t accept him, Tyler of the Wartroot Grove Clan is near death when a portal unexpectedly opens in his path... -
![Wanting the Im-PAW-sible by J.D. Light]()
Wanting the Im-PAW-sible by J.D. Light
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen did Drew Lane grow up?As the oldest of the leap children, Harper Long was the designated babysitter growing up, which is why he is struggling so much with the fact that the youngest of the group is a grown man now. Like really grown. Like how does he even find supportive underwear with all that?Unrequited crushes are rough... -
![An Omega Bear for Kit by Lorelei M. Hart, Colbie Dunbar]()
An Omega Bear for Kit by Lorelei M. Hart, Colbie Dunbar
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsGrant didn’t know an omega could become Beta of his Bear Den, but that’s exactly what just happened.Omega bear shifter Grant loves all of the positive changes that his den has seen since their new Alpha arrived... -
![My Relentless Dragon by C.G. Rayne]()
My Relentless Dragon by C.G. Rayne
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhat can be harder than finding the perfect man? Knowing that your love is super illegal when you do…Nolan Warren has always been a list guy, so of course his plans for the coming weekend had one. Maybe the most insane list of his life:Travel to a secret dragon safehouse with his parents. Check.Cross an international border illegally. Check... -
![Glow: A MM Mpreg Shifter Romance by Sammi Cee]()
Glow: A MM Mpreg Shifter Romance by Sammi Cee
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI want to call my alpha...Daddy Once he’d presented as an omega, Mystic had one dream: to find a mate and be a papa. Instead, he’s a nineteen-year-old virgin, dancing at Carousal Lounge Gentlemen's Club and spending every spare second helping his friends with their children... -
![Secrets and Kisses by M.A. Innes]()
Secrets and Kisses by M.A. Innes
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsStefanMagic. As a librarian, Stefan knows there’s magic in books and imagination, but it isn’t until he moves to the mountains of North Carolina that he realizes people can come with magic too…well, the locals at least seem to come with magic…and fascinating relationship dynamics he thought were just on TV and in books.Boyd Dragons... -
![Fairytales Short & Sweet by Megan Derr]()
Fairytales Short & Sweet by Megan Derr
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsA collection of short little fairytales about kings, princes, knights, and witches. Author's Note: These stories are all posted free on my website. They've simply been turned into an ebook for the convenience of those who asked... -
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![The Necromancer's Smile 2: A Family Affair by Lisa Oliver]()
The Necromancer's Smile 2: A Family Affair by Lisa Oliver
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsThe Necromancer's Smile - Book 2 - A Family Affair (This is not a standalone) Necromancer Sy York and former Detective, Alpha wolf Dakar Rhodes are slowly learning to merge their lives together as true mates. With the steadfast Brock and loyal Brad, as well as Connor and Clive all sharing the estate with them, for the first time in his life, Sy feels as though he has a family around him... -
![All Our Secrets Laid Bare by Firethesound]()
All Our Secrets Laid Bare by Firethesound
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsFandom: Harry PotterRelationships: Draco Malfoy/Harry Potter, Hermione Granger/Ron Weasley, Harry Potter/Original Male Character(s)--------------------------------------------------Over the six years Draco Malfoy has been an Auror, four of his partners have turned up dead. Harry Potter is assigned as his newest partner to investigate just what is going on... -
![Oracles Always Win by Lori Ames]()
Oracles Always Win by Lori Ames
Jake believes he is absolutely and completely ordinary… But what if he isn’t?Jake is absolutely, completely ordinary, even if he has a weird painting affliction. Painting is relaxing, right? It helps. It’s a form of art therapy. Even if his is the sub-conscious kind of painting. The middle-of-the-night, paint-while-you-sleep kind. The kind that makes him puke every single time it happens.Okay... -
![The Ashes of Ackonir by Jennifer Cody]()
The Ashes of Ackonir by Jennifer Cody
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsLife beyond the walls of Eoam, the commune where my mother raised me, has never tempted me. My needs are fulfilled as long as I work, and if my life is full of more sorrow than most, it’s because I was born for it. But even I have my limits, and when the people who’ve raised me do the unthinkable, I burn the walls down and walk away... -
![Heartstrings by Eressë]()
Heartstrings by Eressë
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen all else comes to naught, a steadfast heart is the only thing that stands between hope and despair. Scions of the most powerful House in Ylandre, Ashrian Mithani and Eiren Sarvan were more than just cousins. Lovers of long standing, theirs was a bond that would have been the envy of all were it not for one glaring flaw—Ashrian’s inability to commit himself wholeheartedly to Eiren... -
![The Tinder Chronicles: Complete 3-Volume Series by Alexa Land]()
The Tinder Chronicles: Complete 3-Volume Series by Alexa Land
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTinder’s world is black and white, good and evil clearly defined. The young vampire hunter was taught to hate his enemy with a passion, and hating them is easy since they killed his entire family. His attraction to Bane, a gorgeous, mysterious vampire, contradicts everything Tinder believes in, but the heat between them is undeniable... -
![Another Place in Time by Tamara Allen, Joanna Chambers]()
Another Place in Time by Tamara Allen, Joanna Chambers
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWelcome to another place in time ...where one can be swept away into lands and eras long forgotten. This collection of short stories was birthed because a sworn "I don't like historicals" reader fell in love with what have become some of her favorite books by most of her favorite writers. Surprisingly, they were all historicals... -
![Chaos by Megan Derr]()
Chaos by Megan Derr
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsNine gods ruled the world, until the ultimate betrayal resulted in their destruction. Now, the world is dying and only by restoring the Lost Gods can it be saved. Sealed off from the world for nine hundred years, Schatten is a country of darkness and mystery. The power of Teufel, Shadow of the Lost Licht, keeps the rest of the world out, and his deadly Sentinels keep the people of Schatten in... -
![The Soldati General by Charlie Cochet]()
The Soldati General by Charlie Cochet
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsA powerful, yet awkward, Soldati healer. A retired Orso general. A plot to kill the king. A secret that could destroy them all.The Summer Solstice Festival has arrived in the Soldati realm, and guests from all over will flood the kingdom to join the festivities. But the excitement is shadowed by rumors of an Orso plot to kill the king... -
![Precious by Athena Steller]()
Precious by Athena Steller
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsDrake had no idea when he took a human’s blood in order to perform a duty for his family that the human was his mate. One taste and Drake’s world is rocked. Now not only does he need to convince the human that Drake is his forever, but Drake also has to teach Lawson how to fit in with his paranormal family.It had started so innocently. A visit to a club so Lawson can play as a pup... -
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![Putting the Romance in Necromancy: a Knight and the Necromancer Prequel Story by A.H. Lee]()
Putting the Romance in Necromancy: a Knight and the Necromancer Prequel Story by A.H. Lee
A Knight and the Necromancer Prequel Story Sairis has never ridden a living horse, never left home, never kissed a man. He'd really like to do one of those things.. Sairis is a necromancer with a price on his head. He needs to get to the capital for a conference that may change his life. But he’s never ridden a horse before. At least not a live one... -
![Wick by Megan Derr]()
Wick by Megan Derr
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFour tales of men who refuse to be molded... Swordwick is the story of a prince who dares to wield both blade and wick—until he must pretend to be something else for the sake of his sister. Odd Wick tells the tale of a wick of extraordinary genius who wants nothing more than the ordinary Captain serving as his escort... -
![Bite Size Daddy by Jayda Marx]()
Bite Size Daddy by Jayda Marx
Rated: 4.12 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsDenver is used to being tough and taking charge. As a police officer, it's necessary for survival. But he has a deep desire for someone to take care of him - to allow him to relax and embrace his little side. It's a desire he's never expressed or experienced, and at 53, Denver's afraid that he's missed his chance. He worries that no one would want a six foot two, burly, gray haired boy... -
![The Wizard of Bright Isle by MomsDarkSecret]()
The Wizard of Bright Isle by MomsDarkSecret
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsKieran, a kind-hearted boy living a simple life as a servant on a gentleman’s estate, learns that he has the power to become one of the kingdom’s most feared denizens: a royal wizard. This life-changing event transports him into a world of magic, politics and intrigue, where he becomes involved with the kingdom’s invalid prince Edouard and discovers the true meaning of devotion... -
![Running with the Wind by Shira Anthony]()
Running with the Wind by Shira Anthony
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsWith the final confrontation between the island and mainland Ea factions looming, Taren and Ian sail with Odhrán to investigate a lost colony of merfolk in the Eastern Lands. Upon their arrival, the King of Astenya welcomes them as friends... -
![A Tale of Two Horns by Hannah Walker, Catherine Dair]()
A Tale of Two Horns by Hannah Walker, Catherine Dair
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBeing one of the rarest shifters that exist, Charlie tends to hide his unicorn from the world, choosing to surround himself with what he loves — books. Owning one of the best bookstores in the area, he dedicates his life to his passion, and to spending time with family and friends...
![재혼 황후 8 [Jaehon Hwangho 8] (The Remarried Empress (Manhwa) #8) by Alphatart](https://s3.amazonaws.com/romance.io/books/small/658c9ce4a480bc4192b9e478.jpg)
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