Bound by Betrayal is a story about two women whose lives are derailed by the lies and deceit of the man who claimed to love them. Flore, a reserved school teacher, lives in Haiti with her adopted daughter. They move to the United States when health concerns make Haiti too risky for her to stay. In New York, Flore encounters Maude, who is mourning her children who were murdered at the hands of her fianc. Maude is crippled with grief over the loss of a daughter she does not believe is dead. She has pushed everyone essential out of her life, and has little desire to get to know her only surviving child. As Maude begins to pick up the pieces of her life, it intersects with Flores, and the women find they have much in common.

The first instalment of The Eternally Cursed Chronicles, "Bound by Betrayal," delves into a tale of ancient grudges and supernatural vendettas that weaves a gripping narrative of two women bound by tragedy and united in their quest for answers. Eithne, a woman betrayed and murdered by her cheating husband, finds herself unexpectedly resurrected by a powerful Goddess with a hidden agenda. Trapped in an otherworldly box by the conniving woman who stole her husband, Eithne awakens centuries later, her heart still seething with righteous fury. Enter Maretta, who suffered a cruel fate at the hands of her abusive spouse and was cursed by her own family to become Eithne's eternal warden. As Eithne rises, Maretta is torn between aiding her restless charge in unravelling the mystery behind her resurrection and preventing her from unleashing chaos in the human world. Bound together by a shared thirst for truth, Eithne and Maretta embark on a perilous journey to uncover the reason behind Eithne's return from the beyond and the secrets surrounding the ancestral curse. As they navigate through ancient realms and confront dark forces, they must grapple with their own pasts and seek solace in each other's company. In The Eternally Cursed Chronicles: Bound by Betrayal, revenge and redemption intertwine, and the power of sisterhood transcends the barriers of time and death. Will they find the closure they seek, or will their pursuit of truth unleash consequences beyond imagination? Dive into this gripping supernatural fantasy that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.

She thought she could summon a lover but got a demon instead. When the lonely witch, Marcie Grove, grows weary of her dismal love life, she dares to summon a lover using a transformative full moon ritual. Little does she know that her desperate attempt to find romance will ignite a dangerous encounter with a malevolent demon, threatening not only her existence but also the lives of her coven members. As the chilling consequences unravel with explosive intensity, Burning immerses readers in a scorching tale of dark desires and mystical mayhem. Step into a twisted world and prepare to be ensnared in an inferno of suspense and supernatural intrigue that will leave you spellbound. Praise for “Burning”: “Verdict: A horror story that uses its eroticism to chilling effect. 8/10” – Sci-Fi Bulletin “Worth every minute and great for a commute, lunch break or time for yourself.” – Horror Blog. .

DanteMy life's a tale of betrayal.I killed so many because they betrayed our cause, because they betrayed the Outfit.A hypocrite. A liar. A murderer. That's what I am.Five times I betrayed the Outfit. With my blood I made a vow to our cause, swore my life to it, promised to put the Outfit first. Above all else.Five times I chose a woman over the good of the Outfit. I betrayed my father. My vow. My men. You reap what you sow.Would my betrayals destroy everything I swore to protect?ValentinaOn our wedding day I made a vow to stand by Dante's side. In good and in bad times. To love him through it all.Growing up in the mafia, I knew the challenges in our life would be numerous. I never expected them to tear at the very base of our family, of our existence.

Nobody expected them to fall in love. When Aria was given to Luca in marriage, people were sure he'd break her. Aria feared the worst from a man like him. A man without mercy. But somehow she gained his love. Love - a weakness a Capo like Luca shouldn't risk. When Aria betrays Luca by going behind his back for her family, she realizes too late that she might have lost what she's fought so hard to get in the first place: Luca's trust. The trust of a man who never allowed himself to trust someone unconditionally before. Can their love survive in a world of betrayal and death?

In a dazzling novel of passion and power from the bestselling author of Bound Beneath His Pain and the Club Sin series, a commanding man gives up his most prized possession to win back the one that got away. Darius Bennett can’t live without supreme control. A self-made billionaire, he’s rich enough to get anything—and any woman—he wants, yet he’s still haunted by a broken relationship. Five years ago, Darius let Taylor Erikson go because he knew he could never give her what she truly wanted: his heart. But the moment Taylor walks back into his life, bruised and beaten, Darius blames himself. To make good on his betrayal, he vows to help her heal—in and out of the sheets. Once upon a time, Darius was Taylor’s world. Now his fierce embrace is exactly what she needs to get back on her feet. But Taylor pays a heavy price for her sizzling nights with Darius. As the emotional ties become stronger than ever and the paparazzi hunt her down for their next juicy story, Taylor must face some hard truths. They can’t go back. And to move forward, the key to loving Darius isn’t about keeping his secrets—it’s about exposing them. Tied to His Betrayal is intended for mature audiences. Don’t miss any of Stacey Kennedy’s red-hot reads The sinful standalone: PERFECTLY INAPPROPRIATE The duet of naughty novellas: BOUGHT BY THE BOSS The Dirty Little Secrets series: BOUND BENEATH HIS PAIN | TIED TO HIS BETRAYAL | RESTRAINED UNDER HIS DUTY | CUFFED BY HIS CHARM The Club Sin series: CLAIMED | BARED | DESIRED | FREED | TAMED | COMMANDED | MINE Praise for Tied to His Betrayal “I loved Tied to His Betrayal! Stacey Kennedy delivers a raw, emotional read.”—New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Probst “Sexy, intriguing and daring. . . There are no walls when the love of your life walks through your door. Darius and Taylor’s lust for each other is off-the charts hot.”—New York Times bestselling author Heidi McLaughlin Includes an excerpt from another Loveswept title.

This study explores the dynamics of violence within John's Gospel, focusing on the portrayal of the character of Jesus. It offers an understanding of the Johannine Jesus that counters the traditional model of a serene figure who maintains sovereign control over his environment. Establishing the prevalence of material indicating opposition to Jesus, it argues that his experience and perception of victimization are key to his identity. Furthermore, it is suggested that Jesus colludes with his victimizers, raising the issue of who is responsible for his betrayal and death. Drawing on the disciplines of victimology, literary criticism and liberation theology, the work comprises targeted exegesis of substantial portions of the Gospel, revealing the prominence of the theme of violence and raising a number of christological questions.