At sixteen, life's a messy blur of fake smiles, secret crushes, and friendships that feel like a protective shield—or a personal disaster squad. Grace navigates the chaotic currents of high school, where a best friend’s fiercely protective loyalty collides with the thrilling, terrifying possibility of first love. Will she risk everything to finally step out of the shadow of her best friend, Millie, and into the dazzling, unpredictable light of her own desires? Or will Millie's relentless 'protection' ensure Grace never gets to find out what 'what if' truly means?

Sharon's world shatters when a relentless stalker escalates his obsession, nearly kidnapping her. Now, a year later, as she navigates a budding romance with Jason, the shadows of the past loom large. Will her protective family and new love be enough to keep her safe, or is the psycho kidnapper closer than she dares to imagine?

In a world where familial bonds twist into an obsessive devotion, you, a pure and unsuspecting soul, find yourself caught between the terrifying affection of your two brothers. Unbeknownst to you, their love manifests in dark, protective ways, shielding you from perceived threats with chilling efficiency. Will you uncover the sinister truth behind their unwavering care before their 'protection' consumes everything?

Abandoned and betrayed, Alpha Dimitri Black is a force to be reckoned with, his heart hardened by a mate's cruel rejection. But when a mysterious, feisty rogue literally stumbles into his territory, bringing chaos and an unexpected protective instinct, can she mend the irreparable? Or will the shadows of the past and the wolves baying for blood consume them both?

Ever wondered what it's like to date a creature from folklore? From charming fairies with hidden agendas to protective kelpies and misunderstood Krampus, dive into a collection of one-shots where you, the reader, navigate the thrilling, heartwarming, and sometimes chaotic world of monster romance. Will you find true love, or just a very unusual date?

Haunted by a past steeped in violence, Lily Rose finds herself ensnared in a new nightmare. When a madman targets her, her only hope lies with her biker neighbor, Cade 'Cowboy' Stark, a man battling his own demons. Can their fragile alliance protect her from the shadows, or will the secrets of her past consume them both?

Trapped in a nightmare of abuse, 14-year-old Sophia Knight finds herself on the brink of death, only to be miraculously saved. But her rescue uncovers a truth more profound than she could ever imagine: a real father, six protective brothers, and a chance at a life she never dared to dream of. Can Sophia heal from her past and embrace a future she never knew existed?

In the shadow of Forks, a twin sister's love is tested against ancient secrets and new dangers. Veronica Swan, fiercely protective of Bella, finds herself drawn into a world of shifters, vampires, and undeniable connections. Can she safeguard her family and her heart when the lines between loyalty and destiny blur, and a sudden, primal pull threatens to rewrite her fate?

Step into the world of a prodigious detective whose brilliance is matched only by his secret. When Kudo Shinichi is transformed into a child, a new dynamic emerges: his 'childhood friend' and protector, (M/N), harbors a hidden affection and uncanny protective instincts. Navigate thrilling mysteries, uncover a sinister organization, and explore the complex, unspoken bond between two souls entwined by fate and a shared destiny.

Kiara, trapped in a life of endless debt and sacrifice, finds herself entwined with Jasper, a mysterious, affluent stranger who saves her from a terrifying assault. He’s charming, protective, and undeniably alluring. But as their lives intertwine, the lines between rescuer and captor blur, revealing a sinister obsession. Will Kiara escape the gilded cage, or will she become another one of his prized possessions?