Forced Proximity

Nicole never wanted to be part of the criminal world she was born into. But after her sister runs away with her lover, she’s forced to take her place. Nicole is married off to Dario Santino, the future capo of the New York mafia — a man who wants to control her just as tightly as he controls his business. Their marriage isn’t a union of love but a forced arrangement where Nicole has no voice, no choice. Yet amid the chaos and danger lurking at every turn, there’s one person who has always been by her side — Salvatore, Dario’s younger brother and Nicole’s childhood friend. He’s always been there: through childhood games, teenage secrets, and now in a world where every step could be deadly. But sometimes, his eyes reveal something more than just friendship...

Some words are considered forbidden for a reason. I did not want to marry an unloved person and in despair I uttered an ancient curse. Because of this, I found myself under the power of the Dark Lord, the most powerful sorcerer in our world. He came for me. Well, my wish came true. But then I did not suspect what the real payback for my reckless words would be... The first part of the "Dark Lady" dilogy.

Due to my brother's debts, I ended up in the hands of a terrifying man. Eduard Bagriy kidnapped me and is holding me as collateral to recover his money. But realizing that the debtor is likely unable to pay, he offers me a strange deal. I’m forced to agree because I have no other choice. I’m going to get pregnant by Bagriy and bear him an heir.

Cursed by a furious grandmother, self-centered Kaled Ruiz must survive thirty days trapped in the body of his unfortunate and innocent copy assistant: Florence Díaz. What did he do to deserve such a fate? Simple—he’s the heartless bastard who makes poor Florence cry every single day. But Florence’s grandma has had enough. Tired of comforting her sweet girl night after night, she calls upon her ancestors to cast the perfect revenge spell… one that might just end better than even she expected. Thirty days in her shoes—will it be enough to fall in love forever?

Called a “frigid block” by her husband—and then he ran off to his mistress? It’s urgent that I prove him wrong! And for that, there’s no one better than my neighbor: sexy, bold, and shamelessly handsome. Sure, he annoys me… but when it comes to sex, he’s unmatched. Just a few intimate lessons from him, and my life will never be the same. — I don’t want your help! I don’t! — Ruslan, let go! — I struggled, but it was useless. I let out a quiet squeak when he pressed me against the wall, and, meeting my neighbor’s warning gaze, immediately fell silent. — Tanya, Ruslan murmured, pressing his forehead against mine in a tone that brooked no argument, lesson one: complete obedience and trust from your side. I told you: “We’re going to the shower.” So we’re going to the shower.

The young Sargent Gala Evans gets involve in the secrets and the problems that are originated on her father. Step by step she gets closer to the truth managing to discover the real Peter Evans, which causes a coalition of dangerous decision that she has to make in order to prevent her personal and working life to fall apart. Soon she realizes there are only two options for her - being safe and victorious with a new lover that she couldn't have imagined would be meant for her, or being just another Humblood soldier forced to give its life for the cause.