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"Santino Leone fell for the girl I kept hidden behind a mask -
the one whose jagged heart was never meant to be put back together
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Revenge was her salvation. Love was her ruin.
Some scars are too deep to heal, but even the sharpest edges can be forged into something stronger. Enter a world of passion, betrayal, and redemption as Santino Leone dares to love the assassin who was never meant to be saved.
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Two broken souls, one consuming obsession. When love and vengeance collide, will their passion survive the secrets threatening to tear them apart? Dive into the fire of Severed by vengeance—where loyalty is tested, hearts are shattered, and nothing is as it seems.
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A bounty turned obsession. A villain meets her match. When love collides with death, will they burn together—or destroy each other?
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A debt to repay. A fiery woman to claim. A marriage born of duty turns into a battle of hearts and betrayal. Will their love survive the ultimate sacrifice?
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A woman shattered by betrayal. A man drawn to her darkness. In a world ruled by revenge, can love be the ultimate salvation—or their downfall?
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The Severed Signet Series #1
severed by vengeance
Detective Evangelina Cruz has always been more than her beauty—intelligent, strong-willed, and determined to escape the shadows of her past. But when tragedy strikes, she finds herself drawn to the enigmatic Derek Cain. His touch sets her soul ablaze, but his secrets warn of danger. Behind his diamond eyes lies a world of violence, power, and betrayal—one she should avoid at all costs.
Derek Cain has known nothing but pain, bred into a life of brutality and trained to be a weapon. Vengeance has always been his purpose, but meeting Evangelina changes everything. She is his enemy’s weakness, yet she becomes his obsession. Torn between revenge and the love he never thought he deserved, Derek must decide if he will protect her—or destroy them both.
When love and darkness collide, can their bond survive the light of truth? Or will their passion ignite a fire that consumes everything they hold dear?
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Assault, Attempted Murder, Attempted Rape, Blood, Child Abuse (Mentions), Child Sexual Abuse (Brief Mention of Past Abuse), Death, Emotional Abuse, Gore, Gun Violence, Hospitalization, Hostages, Kidnapping, Murder, Physical Abuse, Profanity, PTSD, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Harassment, Sexually Explicit Scenes, Stalking, Suicide (Brief Mention), Torture, Violence.
Two hearts forged in darkness. A love that could burn it all down.
Perfect for fans of dark romance and suspense, this electrifying story will keep you hooked until the final page.
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The Severed Signet Series #2
tempted by blood
Leni isn’t the hero of this story. She’s the villain in stilettos and red lips—a clinical psychologist turned weapon of seduction and death. Betrayal has left her broken but determined, wielding her trauma like a blade. Her target was supposed to be just another name on her list, another soul to send into the void.
Silas is a man without a past, his hands stained with the blood of countless lives. His presence is chaos, his touch a firestorm that ignites something buried deep within Leni.
They should hate each other, but in the heat of their collision, hate transforms into something far more dangerous.
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Assault, Attempted Rape, Attempted Murder, Blood, Blood Play, Death, Deception, Dub-Con, Gore, Gun Violence, Infertility, Kidnapping, Knife Play, Murder, Physical Abuse, Profanity, Self-Harm, Sexual Assault, Sexually Explicit Scenes, Spitting, Torture, Violence.
She was trained to kill. He was destined to be her prey. But some temptations are impossible to resist.
Perfect for fans of dark, seductive romance with morally gray characters, Tempted by Blood will consume you. Prepare to be obsessed.
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He’ll scorch the earth for her. She’ll walk through the flames for him. But when two souls this damaged collide, will they heal each other—or burn it all to ash?
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The Severed Signet Series #3
bound by betrayal
I owed my brother everything—my life, my loyalty, and the scars that could’ve been mine. Repaying that debt seemed simple enough until it meant binding myself to her.
Amalia Montesinos was fire incarnate—her rage burned, her ambition soared, and beneath her armor was a softness few ever saw. Our union wasn’t about love; it was about survival. My role was to secure her empire, to ensure she rose to power unchallenged, and then…walk away.
But how do you walk away from the only thing that’s ever made you feel alive?
She wasn’t just my wife; she became my obsession. Loving her wasn’t part of the plan, but it became my only mission. I’ll protect her from anyone who dares to threaten what’s ours—even if the greatest threat comes from within.
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Arson, Assault, Attempted Murder, Blood, Child Abuse (Past), Child SA (Mention/Past), Choking, Death, Gore, Gun Play, Gun Violence, Hostage, Murder, Physical Abuse, Profanity, Self-Harm (Mention), Sexually Explicit Scenes, Spitting, Suicide Attempt (Off Page), Suicide Ideation (Mention), Torture, Trafficking (Mention), Violence.
When loyalty demands sacrifice, the heart doesn’t always follow the rules.
Bound by Betrayal is a dark and intoxicating romance that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Prepare to fall hard—and lose yourself completely.
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In a world bound by betrayal, love is the deadliest gamble of all.
The Severed Signet Series #4
liberated by sin
Left for dead, I woke up in a hospital bed breathing, but everything that mattered inside me had already been killed. My body bore the scars, but my soul was shredded beyond repair. Revenge became my solace, the only thing that made me feel alive as I carved my pain into every man who deserved to bleed.
But no matter how much blood stained my hands, I couldn’t outrun the demons that haunted me.
Then came him.
Santino Leone wasn’t supposed to touch the jagged edges of my shattered heart. He wasn’t meant to slip past the mask I wore and make me believe in something as fragile as hope. He promised a future I couldn’t imagine, a love I never thought I deserved.
But the past doesn’t let go so easily.
When my secrets unravel and the monsters return to claim me, our love will be tested in fire and blood. Will we rise together and take what’s owed, or will death be the only thing to liberate us?
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sex trafficking, non-con (on-page. not between mc's), sex auction, assault, captivity, confinement, drugging, sexual assault, whipping, attempted sexual assault, graphic violence, knife violence, eye trauma, arson, body set on fire, death, ptsd, disassociation, attempted murder, kidnapping, suicide attempt, suicide ideation, genital mutilaTIon, dismemberment, blood, torture, murder, gun violence, explicit sex, explicit language, graphic blood play (not between mc's).
She was broken. He was her reckoning. Together, they might just destroy—or save—each other.
Liberated by Sin is a dark, gripping romance of vengeance, redemption, and a love that burns brighter than the flames of hell. Enter if you dare.
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They say all’s fair in love and war—but what about obsession? Get ready for a dark, twisted, and sinfully spicy stalker romance that will leave you breathless.
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Love, chaos, and cutthroat competition—Leni and Silas are back, battling across the globe for the ultimate prize. But when love collides with mayhem, who will come out on top?
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Beautiful mayhem
Leni and Silas aren’t your average power couple. Their love thrives in chaos, and their latest escapade—a high-stakes scavenger hunt spanning the globe—is no exception. This isn’t just about contracts or victory; it’s about proving who’s really in charge.
Leni doesn’t play fair, and she doesn’t plan to hold back. She’s ready to win, even if it means leaving a trail of chaos—and a little blood—in her wake. But Silas knows exactly what he’s getting into, and he’s here for every minute of her beautiful mayhem.
As the competition heats up, their passion ignites, blurring the lines between love and war. But in a game where only one can come out on top, will their love survive the ultimate test?
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The game is deadly. The stakes are sky-high. And love is the ultimate wildcard.
Get ready for a fun, spicy, and murderously entertaining novella that will leave you breathless. Coming this summer!
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This isn’t your typical love story. It’s dark, dangerous, and dripping with temptation. He’s the shadow in the corner of the room, the whisper in the back of your mind, the man you shouldn’t want but can’t resist.
She doesn’t know it yet, but she’s his. And he’ll burn the world to make her see it.
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He’s been watching. Waiting. And now, he’s ready to claim what’s his.
Details are under lock and key—but prepare yourself. This confidential project is coming, and it’s going to ruin you in the best possible way.
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The heir to an empire. The girl who’s always been forbidden. When fate forces them together, will their love destroy everything—or forge something unstoppable?
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As the heir to the Petrov empire, I’ve always played by the rules of power and loyalty. But the unspoken rule about keeping my hands off my best friend’s little sister? It’s the one I’ve struggled with the most.
Years ago, she ignited a fire in me I couldn’t control. I’ve tried to bury it, drown it, even burn it out—but nothing worked. Now, fate has brought her back into my life in a way I never saw coming.
This time, I’m done pretending. I’ll claim her as mine, no matter the cost. Even if it means risking everything I’ve built. Even if it means betraying the only family I’ve ever known.
For her, I’ll burn the world to ash. Because some loves aren’t meant to be denied.
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Dive into the fiery passion and forbidden romance of Mikhail Petrov, part of The Petrov Family anthology featuring five scorching novellas of power, loyalty, and undeniable love.
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This is a great way to start a series. Evangelina is both tough and vulnerable which is my favorite combination in a heroine. Her detective verses Derek's serial unaliver is the ultimate opposites attract duo.
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𝑻𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒘𝒉𝒐 𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆 𝒂 𝒗𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒂𝒊𝒏 𝒊𝒏 𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒍𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒐𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒂 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒈𝒉 𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒑. 𝑨 𝒘𝒐𝒎𝒂𝒏 𝒘𝒉𝒐 𝒊𝒔𝒏’𝒕 𝒂𝒇𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒂𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒍𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒎𝒊𝒆𝒔.
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You never fail to hook me in with this series! This one was nothing short of incredible, heartbreaking, thrilling, and A FREAKING ROLLERCOASTER\SALAD BOWL MIXTURE OF EVERYTHING ELSE UNDER THE SUN! 😭😍😫🖤
Hey there, I’m Elle Maldonado, your go-to creator of dark, steamy, and sometimes downright dangerous love stories. I’m a proud Latina who lives in the U.S. with my husband and three kids, balancing the chaos of family life with the thrill of crafting my next twisted tale.
When I’m not writing about femme fatales, brooding antiheroes, and all the sexy, sinful drama in between, you’ll probably find me binge-watching movies (preferably with an iced coffee in hand), reading something equally as dark as my stories, or spending quality time with my wild bunch.
I write the stories I love—where passion and power clash, and nothing is ever simple. If you’re into fiery chemistry, dangerous love affairs, and a heroine who isn’t afraid to play dirty, then we’re on the same page. So, buckle up—things are about to get hot, heavy, and a little bit unhinged.
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