Romantikk og erotikk

Det unge par. Den første gang. Frekk flørt. Det hemmelige, forbudte møtet. Den unge student og lærerinna. Den eldre gentleman og den uskyldige jomfru. Du, jeg og vennen.Dette er en erotisk novellesamling fra Cupido. Novellesamlingen inneholder følgende noveller:«Det er snart valg og en Høyre-kvinne på Frogner strekker seg langt for å øke partiets velgerpotensial.» - Stemmefiske på Frogner av Odin S. Gade«Modenheten hennes var en ny opplevelse for den relativt uerfarne tjueåringen.» - Panserbryteren av Jon FalletCUPIDO, Magasinet for kåthet og glede, intimitet og nytelse, har siden 1984 udgivet erotiske noveller basert på sine leseres hverdagsfantasier og seksuelle opplevelser. Publiseret i friske sexy samlinger i samarbeid mellom Hverdag AS/Cupido og Saga

Jeg begynte å bli lei av singellivet mitt nå, jeg var blitt 33 år og der jeg bodde var det ikke så stort utvalg av menn. Jeg foretrekker litt eldre menn enn min egen alder, men nå var de fleste opptatt og noen gifte menn tenkte jeg ikke involvere meg i. Den eneste ledige som var litt søt og sexy var nabogutten på 20 år..Det begynte med att jeg ba ham hjem till mig og det var ikke det dummeste. Vi var begge helt utslitte etterpå...Noen uker etterpå spurte han om å få komme hjem till mig igjen, denne gangen tilsammen med kameraten sin...Novellen er utgitt i samarbeid med Seksualitet24.no.

Fiskerestaurantens middag blir noe intens idet fruen gjenkjenner kelneren som en av de best utstyrte hun hadde sett på naturiststranden de alltid bruker å utforske. Hun klarer ikke å holde seg, og går ut på et toalett der han står og venter utenfor. Han er klar for jobben, og hun utforsker lekende hans store manndom raskt. Tilbake ved bordet, har mannen skjønt det hele, og dette lover godt for resten av oppholde. Les også Carina og Piken med linhåret.Siden 1984 har Cupido hver måned utgitt et magasin spekket med sexy historier og opplysende artikler med nyttig viten om seksualitet og nytelse uten fordømmelse eller skam. Alle er velkomne i Cupidos univers, og alle er representert. Leserne har selv skrevet novellene i bladet, og de vil garantert gi deg røde kinn. Hverdagens sexliv er alt annet enn ordinært når Cupidos lesere tar tak i det hele og leverer historier fulle av glede, lekenhet og nytelse.

Han var på akvarellkurs og ble betatt av lærerinnen. De andre dro etter timen, og han fikk muligheten til å male på nytt. Han ville bestemme motivet. Hun tok av seg klærne nedentil, og han malte og malte. Da instruktøren mente maleriet ville bli enda bedre om han kjente til henne innenfra, ble stunden i atelieret spennende, hett og orgasmisk. Les også de sexy novellene Hallo!, Hun onanerte for meg og Ut og se med DSB.Siden 1984 har Cupido hver måned utgitt et magasin spekket med sexy historier og opplysende artikler med nyttig viten om seksualitet og nytelse uten fordømmelse eller skam. Alle er velkomne i Cupidos univers, og alle er representert. Leserne har selv skrevet novellene i bladet, og de vil garantert gi deg røde kinn. Hverdagens sexliv er alt annet enn ordinært når Cupidos lesere tar tak i det hele og leverer historier fulle av glede, lekenhet og nytelse.

En fransk boksensasjon - Å VANNE BLOMSTER OM KVELDEN av Valérie Perrin er en vakker, livsbejaende roman om livets små og store spørsmål, og om å våge å tro på lykken.«Den vakreste boken i verden. Den fortjener 10+ av 10.» - Corriere della Sera Violette lever et stille liv som gravlundsvokter i en landsby i Bourgogne. Hun vanner blomster og steller alle gravene, og vet nøyaktig hvem som ligger begravet hvor. Bare én uke i året tar hun fri, for å reise til kysten og svømme i havet.Til hverdags er den stillferdige Violette omgitt av gravstøtter, blomster, katter og sørgende, men hun omgås også den lokale sognepresten og gravlundens tre gravere. Flere ganger om dagen stikker folk innom kjøkkenet hennes for å få en kopp kaffe, litt portvin eller noen trøstende ord.Men Violette har også sin egen sorg å bære på. Hvor har det blitt av ektemannen og datteren, og hvorfor er hun så ensom?Valérie Perrin var en forholdsvis ukjent forfatter da denne boken ble utgitt. Likevel ble den en enorm suksess og publikumsfavoritt, takket være dedikerte bokhandlere og begeistrede lesere. Over 1 million eksemplarer er til nå solgt i Frankrike, og i 2020 ble den Italias store «lockdownroman» og årets mest solgte bok, og den ble omtalt i italiensk presse som «den vakreste boken i verden».

Discover the addictive world of the Twisted series from TikTok sensation, Ana Huang! Read Twisted Love now for a brother's best friend romance.He has a heart of ice . . . but for her, he'd burn the world.Alex Volkov is a devil blessed with the face of an angel and cursed with a past he can't escape.Driven by a tragedy that has haunted him for most of his life, his ruthless pursuits for success and vengeance leave little room for matters of the heart.But when he's forced to look after his best friend's sister, he starts to feel something in his chest:A crack.A melt.A fire that could end his world as he knew it.***Ava Chen is a free spirit trapped by nightmares of a childhood she can't remember.But despite her broken past, she's never stopped seeing the beauty in the world . . . including the heart beneath the icy exterior of a man she shouldn't want.Her brother's best friend.Her neighbour.Her saviour and her downfall.Theirs is a love that was never supposed to happen - but when it does, it unleashes secrets that could destroy them both . . . and everything they hold dear.Twisted Love is a brother's best friend/opposites attract romance with a hint of suspense. It's book one in the Twisted series but can be read as a standalone.WARNING: This book contains a jealous/possessive antihero, explicit sexual content and profanity. Recommended for 18+.

En av fjorårets mest omtalte og leste suksesser i USA. Da fire studiekamerater flytter til New York for å slå seg opp der, er de blakke og rotløse, uten annet enn vennskap og ambisjoner som drivkraft. I løpet av nesten 700 sider og et halvt århundre blir relasjonene mellom vennene dypere og mørkere - preget av kjærlighet og tillitsbrudd, suksess og hovmod. I sentrum står Jude. Midt i livet er han en skremmende dyktig advokat og likevel en ødelagt mann. Han hjemsøkes av traumer fra barndommen som ikke bare virker umulig å overvinne, men som han frykter vil forme livet hans en gang for alle ... Et lite liv er.en rå, emosjonell berg-og-dalbane av en roman. En opprivende, vakker og grenseoverskridende hyllest til vennskap, fellesskap og nestekjærlighet. En bladvender av de sjeldne. Vinner av Kirkus-prisen Nominert til Bookerprisen Nominert til National Book Award Nominert til Bailey's Women's Prize for Fiction

The ManipulatorI can manipulate the emotions of anyone who lets me.I will make you hurt, make you cry, make you laugh and sigh.But my words don''t affect him. Especially not when I plead for him to leave.He''s always there, watching and waiting.And I can never look away.Not when I want him to come closer.The ShadowI didn''t mean to fall in love.But now that I have, I can''t stay away.I''m mesmerized by her smile, by her eyes, and the way she moves.The way she undresses...I''ll keep watching and waiting. Until I can make her mine.And once she is, I''ll never let her go.Not even when she begs me to.While not required, it is highly suggested to read the novella, Satan''s Affair, first.Author''s Note: This book ends on a cliffhanger. For CWs, please check the author''s website.

Binding 13, a captivating novel by Chloe Walsh, is a must-read for anyone who loves to lose themselves in the world of literature. Published in 2023, this book has quickly become a favorite among readers. The story is a thrilling journey that keeps the readers on the edge of their seats. The genre of the book is hard to pin down, as it beautifully blends elements of suspense, romance, and drama. Chloe Walsh has done an incredible job weaving a narrative that is as compelling as it is intriguing. Binding 13 is a testament to her storytelling abilities and is a clear indicator of why she is considered one of the best authors of our time. The book was brought to the public by the renowned Little, Brown Book Group, known for their selectivity in publishing only the most engaging and thought-provoking works. If you are looking for a book that will captivate your interest from the first page to the last, Binding 13 is the perfect choice.

Praise for Abby Jimenez:'Literally the best book I ever read'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'This author has blown me away before but this book . . . I can't even. I will need some serious time to recover. It was everything and more'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'OK, this is the best romance I've ever read. I loved everything about it'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'This book deserves all the stars in the universe'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Things I loved about this book . . . I mean it's literally everything. Not a single flaw'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Wow. wow. WOW. Every book I've read of Abby's just gets better and better'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ .........................A sharp and scintillating summer novel that will make readers laugh out loud and cry happy tears from the New York Times bestselling author of Yours Truly.Justin has a curse, and thanks to a Reddit thread, it's now all over the internet. Every woman he dates goes on to find their soul mate the second they break up. When a woman slides into his DMs with the same problem, they come up with a plan: They'll date each other and break up. Their curses will cancel each other's out, and they'll both go on to find the love of their lives. It's a bonkers idea . . . and it just might work. Emma hadn't planned that her next assignment as a traveling nurse would be in Minnesota, but she and her best friend agree that dating Justin is too good of an opportunity to pass up, especially when they get to rent an adorable cottage on a private island on Lake Minnetonka.It's supposed to be a quick fling, just for the summer. But when Emma's toxic mother shows up and Justin has to assume guardianship of his three siblings, they're suddenly navigating a lot more than they expected - including catching real feelings for each other. What if this time Fate has actually brought the perfect pair together?'Abby Jimenez's words . . . sprinkle humour and warmth all over my life' ALI HAZELWOOD.........................FIND OUT WHY READERS ARE FALLING IN LOVE WITH ABBY JIMENEZ . . . 'Sweet and achingly romantic - a truly wonderful love story' BETH O'LEARY'Full of fierce humour and fiercer heart' CASEY MCQUISTON'A deliciously hot, sweet debut. This book is an absolute treat' L. G. SHEN

A shimmering, joyful new novel about a pair of opposites with the wrong thing in common, from #1 New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author Emily Henry-----Daphne always loved the way Peter told their story.That is until it became the prologue to his actual love story with his childhood bestie, Petra.Which is how Daphne ends up rooming with her total opposite and the only person who could possibly understand her predicament: Petra's ex, Miles.As expected, it's not a match made in heaven - that is until one night, while tossing back tequilas, they form a plan.And if it involves posting deliberately misleading photos of their adventures together, well, who could blame them?But it's all just for show, of course, because there's no way Daphne would actually start her new chapter by falling in love with her ex-fiance's new fiancee's ex . . . right?-----'One of my favourite authors' Colleen Hoover, It Ends With Us'The master of witty repartee' Daily Mail'Emily Henry never fails to deliver great banter and a romance to swoon over' Taylor Jenkins Reid, Daisy Jones and the Six'I've loved every single one of her books more than the previous, to the point that I cannot wait to see what her next title will do to me!' Ali Hazelwood, The Love Hypothesis'Emily Henry's books are a gift, the perfect balance between steamy and sweet' V. E Schwab, GALLANT'Nobody does it quite like Emily Henry' Casey McQuiston, RED, WHITE & ROYAL BLUE'Our generation's answer to Nora Ephron' Sophie Cousens, THIS TIME NEXT YEAR'My newest automatic-buy author' Jodi Picoult, WISH YOU WERE HERE'Emily Henry has become one of my favourite authors' Beth O'Leary, THE FLATSHARE'As a storyteller, Henry is in a class of her own' Elle Kennedy, THE DEAL

Beau Eaton is the town prince, a handsome military hero with a tortured past. I'm the outcast bartender, a shy girl from the wrong side of the tracks. He's thirty-five and all man, I'm twenty-two and all . . . virgin. He's also my fiancé. Correction: my fake fiancé. We start out as a bet. He doesn't believe that anyone holds my last name against me. So he offers me his to prove a point. It's a win-win. He gets a break from his family's prying, and I get a chance to shed my family's reputation. He says all I have to do is wear his ring, follow his lead, and pretend I can't keep my hands off of him in public. But it's what happens between us in private that blurs all those carefully drawn lines . . . It's what transpires behind closed doors that doesn't feel like pretending at all . . . This engagement was supposed to be for show. This agreement? It has an end date. He once told me he'd never fall in love. And yet here I am, head over heels for my fake fiancé.

Every killer claims a soul.Every phantom wants revenge.All contract killer Lachlan Kane wants is a quiet life. But when he botches a job for his boss's biggest client, Lachlan knows he'll never claw his way out of the underworld. At least, not until Lark Montague offers him a deal: use his skills to hunt down a killer and she'll find a way to secure his freedom.The catch? He has to marry her first. And they can't stand each other.Indie singer-songwriter Lark may seem like sunshine and glitter personified but she has her own secrets hiding in the shadows. With her formidable family in a tailspin and her best friend's happiness on the line, she's willing to make a vow to the man she's determined to hate, no matter how tempting the broody assassin might be.As Lachlan and Lark navigate the dark world that binds them together, it becomes impossible to discern their fake marriage from a real one. But it's not just familiar dangers that haunt them. There's another phantom lurking on their doorstep . . . And this one has come for blood.

She's been driving him wild for years.The kind of wild that comes with wanting your best friend's little sister and knowing you can't have her.Forbes may have labeled Ford Grant the World's Hottest Billionaire, but all he cares about is escaping the press and opening a recording studio in the gorgeous small town Rose Hill. Something that comes to a screeching halt when he ends up face-to-face with a young girl who claims he's her biological father.After years of living in the city, Rosie comes blasting into town like a storm. Beautiful, messy, and chaotic. And one wide-eyed, desperate plea for a job is all it takes for Ford to hire her. He vows to keep her at arm's length. But with her, verbal sparring is a type of foreplay-friction that soon turns to blistering heat.Ford knows damn well he shouldn't cross this line. But shouldn't and can't are two very different things.And the only thing he truly can't do is resist her.

Two childhood friends. Two broken hearts. One impromptu road trip to get away from everything. That's all this was supposed to be. Afterall, I've been living in the friend zone for years now.But hockey heartthrob Jasper Gervais isn't looking at me like a friend anymore. And he isn't touching me like one either.To his fans, he's the handsome, talented athlete on TV. But to me he's still the lost boy with sad eyes and a heart of gold.The man I've loved in secret for years.So when my life falls apart on my wedding day, it only makes sense that he's the one to swoop in and save me. And when his world comes crashing down around him, I'm there to return the favor.But the more time we spend alone, the more Jasper doesn't feel like a friend at all. He feels like everything I've ever wanted and thought I could never have.Our feelings aren't straight forward though. They twist and turn around the pain of his past and the reality of my present.Jasper Gervais acts like he wants me.But after years of turning me away, he's going to need to prove it.

Den bestselgende boken bak Netflix-suksessen Familien Bridgerton. Daphne Bridgerton er smart og vakker - likevel blir hun bare gjort kur til av menn hun ikke vil ha. Men til London kommer brorens beste venn, hertug Simon Basset, og alt forandres. Sammen legger de en elegant plan - ved å late som de er forlovet, tiltrekker Daphne seg de flotteste frierne på markedet, samtidig som Simon holder ekteskapssyke sosietetsmødre på armlengdes avstand. Men mellom alle ballene, båtturene og promenadene blir det vanskeligere og vanskeligere å skille mellom løgn og virkelighet. Og hva som verre er: Det blir umulig å holde følelsene i sjakk. En hemmelig allianse er den første boken om de åtte søsknene i familien Bridgerton, en fornøyelig serie om romantikk og begjær i 1800-tallets London. TV-serien basert på boken ble en av Netflix'største seersuksesser gjennom tidene.

The sixth novel in Julia Quinn's globally beloved and bestselling Bridgerton Family series, set in Regency times and now a series created by Shonda Rhimes for Netflix. This is Francesca's story . . .

Reckless is a captivating novel penned by the talented Elsie Silver. Published by the renowned Little, Brown Book Group in 2023, this book has quickly become a must-read in its genre. Silver's enthralling storytelling and unique writing style will keep you engrossed from the first page to the last. The story is a perfect blend of suspense, drama, and emotions that will take you on a rollercoaster ride of feelings. If you're a fan of Silver's previous works, you'll undoubtedly enjoy Reckless. And if you're new to her writing, this book is a great place to start. Don't miss out on this 2023 publication from Little, Brown Book Group, and add Reckless to your reading list today.

The third novel in the beloved Regency-set world of Julia Quinn's charming, powerful Bridgerton family, now a series created by Shonda Rhimes for Netflix. Welcome to Benedict's story . . .

Dive into the captivating world of 'King of Pride' by Ana Huang, a masterfully crafted piece of literature that will leave you yearning for more. Published in 2023 by the esteemed Little, Brown Book Group, this book is a testament to Huang's prowess as a storyteller. 'King of Pride' is more than just a book; it's a journey that takes readers through a roller coaster of emotions. The genre of the book, although difficult to pin down to just one, is a fusion of mystery, romance, and suspense that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Ana Huang's knack for creating vivid, relatable characters and intricate plotlines is evident in this masterpiece. 'King of Pride' is a book that will undoubtedly remain etched in the minds of its readers long after they've turned the last page. Don't miss out on this incredible literary journey. Grab your copy today from the Little, Brown Book Group.

Ved begynnelsen av det tjuende århundret, i utkanten av Det russiske imperiet, slår en georgisk familie seg opp ved hjelp av en hemmelig sjokoladeoppskrift. Stasia lærer den av faren sin, og tar den med seg til både St. Petersburg og Tbilisi. Hennes unge ektemann befinner seg i hjertet av Den russiske revolusjon.Etter Sovjetunionens oppløsning herjer borgerkrigen i Georgia, og familien er blitt spredt. Kitty, Stasias datter, har flyktet til London, mens oldebarnet Nitsa har flyttet til Berlin.Til niesen Brilka forteller Nitsa familiens historie, og skaper med det en episk slektskrønike som utfolder seg gjennom hele «det røde århundret». Det åttende livet er en reise gjennom et Europa i endring og et rystende og rørende flettverk av kjærlighet, krig og tragedier. Og en sjokoladeoppskrift som viser seg å bære med seg både ekstase og fortapelse.«Eventyrlig god roman! ... årets store sommerbok! (...) kaotisk vakker og brutal (...) en sjelden leseropplevelse.» Guri Hjeltnes, VG (Terningkast 6)«Et mesterverk.» Jan Ø. Helgesen, Nettavisen (Terningkast 6)«Det åttende livet (Til Brilka) er en blodig og frodig slektskrønike fra Stalins fødeland (...) Som man vil forstå, er dette en rik roman med store fakter, ei bok å dykke ned i og bli totalt oppslukt av. Selv ble jeg hekta.» Inger Bentzrud, Dagbladet (Terningkast 5)«... en vidunderlig lesereise ... boka lukter klassikerstatus. Språket renner sprudlende og lett som det første glasset med Sovetskoye Shampanskoye gjennom halsen. Du risikerer til og med å lære noe, ikke bare om Sovjetunionen eller Georgia, men om folkene der, som jammen har hatt sitt å stri med, men som ellers har levd og drømt og elsket og tapt og vunnet som resten av oss.» Steinar Brandslet, Stavanger Aftenblad (Terningkast 5)«En god gammeldags mursteinsroman (...) nesten umulig å legge fra seg.» Bjørn Gabrielsen, Dagens Næringsliv«... 1245 sider folder seg ut en i fortelling som er uten et kjedelig øyeblikk - det er en stor prestasjon. I et sanselig, sensuelt språk, godt ivaretatt på norsk av oversetter Ute Neumann, vever Haratischwilli frem historien .... 'Det åttende livet' blåser liv i min frosne, nordiske sjel. Romanen er satt sammen av like deler blod og begjær. Overgrep og kjærlighet. Svart hav og sjokolade. Det er bare å la seg flyte med.» Knut Hoem, NRK

In the ice-hockey romance that has taken TikTok by storm, the ultimate player turns romantic in order to win over the woman he is desperate to be with.   Carter Beckett is the NHL’s best player – both on and off the ice. His career is at its peak, his team is performing better than ever, and there’s no shortage of women to spend the night with. What more could he want?   Olivia Parker isn’t new to professional hockey players, thanks to her best friend’s boyfriend, but she has no interest in dating one herself – no matter how hot he is. And anyway, she loves working as a teacher and hanging out with her best friend, drama-free. Why would she want to spend her time stroking the ego of an arrogant athlete?   But once Carter meets Olivia, he can’t think of anyone else. Too bad for him, Olivia is hell-bent on keeping him at arm’s length, with no intention of giving into his charms. Perhaps it’s time for Carter to up his game … after all, nobody ever said he had to play fair.   Sparks will fly as Carter does whatever it takes for Olivia to consider him.   ‘Becka Mack’s writing is endlessly sexy and funny. Consider Me will have you fanning yourself and googling your closest hockey team hangout.’ Hannah Grace, bestselling author of Icebreaker

Two villains, one girl, and a deadly battle for happily ever after. Evangeline Fox ventured to the Magnificent North in search of her happy ending, and it seems as if she has it. She's married to a handsome prince and lives in a legendary castle. But Evangeline has no idea of the devastating price she's paid for this fairytale. She doesn't know what she has lost, and her husband is determined to make sure she never finds out . . . but first he must kill Jacks, the Prince of Hearts. Blood will be shed, hearts will be stolen, and true love will be put to the test in A Curse for True Love, the breathlessly anticipated conclusion to the Once Upon A Broken Heart trilogy.

[US shoutline?]Diana Dixon has a lot going on this summer: rehearsing for a ballroom dance competition, juggling two jobs, dealing with an ex-boyfriend who won't quit . . . Yet she still has the energy to put Shane Lindley in his place.Shane just moved into her apartment building and seems dedicated to sleeping his way through her entire cheerleading squad. Sure, he's a tall, gorgeous hockey player, but he's messing with her turf. This calls for some ground rules: no parties in her apartment, leave her teammates alone, and - most importantly - leave her alone.What Diana doesn't realize is that Shane's sick of hook-ups and tired of being on the rebound after his long-term girlfriend called it quits. He wants a relationship. And when his ex comes back into the picture, he pretends he has one to make her jealous . . . and who better to play the role than his sassy new neighbour?Despite Diana's reluctance to break her rule, a fake relationship is the perfect solution for her own ex issues, and soon she can't deny something is sizzling between her and Shane. Something hot and completely unexpected. And it might just be getting a little too real.

The new novel from the bestselling author of Icebreaker.... When Russ and Aurora cross paths at a university party, a drinking game ends with them spending the night together. The next day, Aurora slips away before Russ learns her full name.  This anonymity ends when they both turn up to their first day of work as camp counsellors. A job they had both chosen to escape Maple Hills for the summer.  Given their history, there’s still an obvious tension between the two but the camp has a strict “no staff fraternizing” rule. Russ doesn’t want to risk heading home early but Aurora has never been one for rules.   As things heat up, they'll have to resist or risk starting something they just can’t stop.     18+ content

Every serial killer needs a friend.Every game must have a winner.When a chance encounter sparks an unlikely bond between rival murderers Sloane and Rowan, the two find something elusive - the friendship of a like-minded, pitch-black soul. From small town West Virginia to upscale California, from downtown Boston to rural Texas, the two hunters collide in an annual game of blood and suffering, one that pits them against the most dangerous monsters in the country.But as their friendship develops into something more, the restless ghosts left in their wake are only a few steps behind, ready to claim more than just their newfound love.Can Rowan and Sloane dig themselves out of a game of graves? Or have they finally met their match? A friends-to-lovers dark romantic comedy full of murder, chaos, and spice, unlike anything you've read before.

After a fried-chicken-fueled sex romp, Eddie embarks on a perverted odyssey. Murder, torture, geriatrics, bugs, and big, beautiful women all fail to satisfy until he meets the Maggot Mother-a nymphomaniac, cannibal, human-maggot hybrid with a sweet side. As the calories and corpses pile up, a beautiful cop with her own dark sexual perversions is hot on Eddie's trail. What will be the end result when their depraved worlds finally collide? This book contains graphic content and adult language. It may disturb some readers and should only be read by seasoned readers of extreme sexual horror and violence.

She's a romantic at heart, living in the most unromantic of worlds . . .Nicknamed Sweet Abelli for her docile nature, Elena smiles on cue and has a charming response for everything. She's the favored daughter, the perfect mafia principessa . . . or was. Now, all she can see in the mirror's reflection is blood staining her hands like crimson paint. They say first impressions are everything . . .In the murky waters of New York's underworld, Elena's sister is arranged to marry Nicolas Russo. A Made Man, a boss, a cheat-even measured against mafia standards. His reputation stretches far and wide and is darker than his black suits and ties. After his and Elena's first encounter ends with an accidental glare on her part, she realizes he's just as rude as he is handsome. She doesn't like the man or anything he stands for, though that doesn't stop her heart from pattering like rain against glass when he's near, nor the shiver that ghosts down her spine at the sound of his voice. And he's always near. Telling her what to do. Making her feel hotter than any future brother-in-law should. Elena may be the Sweet Abelli on the outside, but she's beginning to learn she has a taste for the darkness, for rough hands, cigarettes, and whiskey-colored eyes. Having already escaped one scandal, however, she can hardly afford to be swept up in another. Besides, even if he were hers, everyone knows you don't fall in love with a Made Man . . . right? This is a standalone forbidden romance.