Criminal Empire

He stole my freedom. I stole his heart. But in this game of power and obsession, only one of us can truly win… Adriana I was just another ghost in the cyber-world, a hacker-for-hire playing a dangerous game. Stealing from Rhydor Valtheris, the most feared crime lord in the galaxy, should have been my biggest payday—until I got caught. Now, I’m shackled on his ship, at his mercy, and he doesn’t plan to let me go. He wants to break me, own me, make me submit. But I’m no man’s plaything. I’ll fight him, resist him, even if every dark promise in his amber eyes makes my body betray...

They were the women who loved the men America feared. From Prohibition-era Chicago to postwar Miami, Mafia Women chronicles the real lives of the wives, mistresses, and molls who stood beside the kingpins of organized crime. Through years of meticulous research and rare historical accounts, it unveils the hidden side of America’s underworld—the women who endured loyalty, betrayal, and survival in a world ruled by power and blood. Among them are Viola O’Banion, who defied the Church for love; Mae Capone, the steadfast wife who outlived a legend; Evelyn “Billie” Frechette, who paid ...

He challenged the greatest empire on earth with a ragtag bunch of renegades—and brought it to its knees. Empire of Blue Water is the real story of the pirates of the Caribbean. Henry Morgan, a twenty-year-old Welshman, crossed the Atlantic in 1655, hell-bent on making his fortune. Over the...

"A wondrous lucid dream...laced with a vivid sensuality." —Jacqueline Carey, New York Times bestselling author of Kushiel's Dart A talented heretic must decide between the pursuit of forbidden magic, or the ecstasy of forbidden love, in the start of a sweeping, romantic epic fantasy...

Lord of the Rings + Breaking Bad + The Sopranos = Skulduggery. It’s a world ruled by elves, and they have decided that alcohol and magic is illegal for all the other races. But I know how to make whiskey. In fact, that’s the easy part. Selling it under their noses and not getting caught and hung will be the hard part. I’ll need to build a crew, I’ll need to slit some throats, and I’ll need to be five steps ahead of our overlords. Wanna join me in building a criminal empire?

Callie Morgan is back—and she’s not playing fair. Fresh out of prison and betrayed by the very people she once called family, Callie rises from the ashes with one mission: build an empire that will rival CR Enterprises and reclaim the man she believes is rightfully hers—Cartier Richardson. But the streets of Atlanta don’t forgive easily, and neither does Lila Richardson, who’s pulling strings from behind bars with a vengeance that cuts deep. As Callie launches Claymore Industries and seduces the spotlight with glamor and ambition, old enemies resurface, silent investors drop dead,...

With an introduction by four-time Oscar nominated filmmaker Michael Mann. The story of Paul LeRoux, the twisted genius entrepreneur and cold-blooded killer who brought revolutionary innovation to international crime, and the exclusive inside story of how the DEA’s elite, secretive 960 Group...

A hilarious, sexy, and action-packed rom-com about a sunshine heroine who kidnaps the son of the local mafia don to help get back a dog stolen from the shelter where she volunteers, perfect for fans of Meghan Quinn and Vanessa Vale. Sadie Morris is a force of nature, a ray of sunshine wrapped in...

In this thrilling panorama of real-life events, the bestselling author of Empire of Pain investigates a secret world run by a surprising criminal: a charismatic middle-aged grandmother, who from a tiny noodle shop in New York’s Chinatown managed a multi-million dollar business smuggling people...

He’s my enemy. My obsession. The only man who makes me crave a crown built on blood. I came to Palermo for answers. For revenge. For my brother’s ghost. Not to end up trapped in his empire of smoke and steel. He’s the scarred king of the underworld— Luca Bellanti. Golden eyes that strip me bare, a voice that makes sin sound sacred, and a touch that brands me as his. He doesn’t ask. He takes. And every time he drags me close, I forget the vow I swore to never kneel. He touches me like I already belong to him. Kisses me like he owns my soul. And when he finally claims me, I burn. ...

Four ruthless men. Four dangerous obsessions. One world where power is currency and love is the ultimate risk. Tempted by the Bratva – A private chef discovers her new client isn’t just a billionaire, but the Pakhan of the Bratva, and his hunger for her is as dangerous as it is irresistible. Teased by the Bratva – A bodyguard sworn to protect his boss’s daughter learns that the real threat isn’t outside the gates. It’s the forbidden desire growing between them. Touched by the Bratva – A mechanic finds herself caught between loyalty and lust when a Bratva lieutenant brings more...

Rory O’Sullivan doesn’t fall in love. He secures what’s his, protects his blood, and handles problems permanently. As one of the O’Sullivan brothers, Rory’s name carries weight on both sides of the ocean. In Ireland, doors open. In the States, people lower their voices. And when a threat moves too close to the family, Rory is the one who steps into the dark and makes sure it never reaches them again. Then she shows up at the worst possible time. Too smart, too brave, and far too willing to challenge the rules that keep her alive. Rory should walk away. He should keep his focus on ...

Me and my bootlegging crew have had runaway success moving our illicit product throughout the city, and many of our rivals have been eliminated or brought into the family. Unfortunately, this success has drawn the attention of the domineering elven authorities, including the Guildmaster of the Thieves’ Guild and the Captain of the City Guard. I’ll have to get the authorities off our backs, keep the whiskey flowing, and continue to follow the lead of my magic keys. Or we’ll all end up dead.

This audio original from the acclaimed author of American Sherlock, and the host of multiple true-crime podcasts, including Wicked Words, tells the fascinating story of the supernatural, and the club that united some of the world's most illustrious thinkers. For more than a century, some of the...

In this thrilling panorama of real-life events, the bestselling author of Empire of Pain investigates a secret world run by a surprising criminal: a charismatic middle-aged grandmother, who from a tiny noodle shop in New York’s Chinatown managed a multi-million dollar business smuggling people...

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of ruthless success in the cutthroat world of business? Step into the shadows and learn from the masterminds of the underworld in How to Build a Business Like the Mafia. This riveting guide takes you on a thrilling journey through the corridors of power, revealing the hidden strategies and tactics used by mobsters to build their criminal empires.

“A tour de force of storytelling.” —Louise Penny, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Chief Inspector Gamache series “Jobb’s excellent storytelling makes the book a pleasure to read.” —The New York Times Book Review ”When a doctor does go wrong he is the first of...

The best part of being a human is everyone constantly underestimates you, and that means they never see it coming when your dagger plunges into their heart. Our business is growing, but so is our list of enemies. Dwarven gangsters? The Assassins Guild? The commander of the Elven Guard? Yup, they are all problems for us as we expand our criminal operation throughout the realm, and we gotta get rid of ‘em all if we’re going to make mountains of gold. Fortunately, they’ll never see it coming.

We’re starting to make some coin, but I’m always looking to improve. So, how can I sell more whiskey and make even more gold? Double-cross my distributor? Buy new businesses to serve as fronts for my operations? Steal a few precious artifacts from those blue-blooded elves? Yep. All of the above, and we’ll kill anyone who gets in our way.

“AMNESIA” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A gripping tale of love and deception that kept me on the edge of my seat! Madison and Harper’s journey is both heart-wrenching and beautifully transformative.” — Emma. It is a story of romantic deceit, acceptance, and then love. In a world where shadows dance with secrets, Madison finds herself entangled in a dangerous game. Tasked with infiltrating the criminal empire of the notorious Ed Zwick, she must navigate a labyrinth of lies to bring him down. With her exceptional physical prowess and razor-sharp wit, she slips seamlessly into Zwick's inner ...