Books like The Darkest Temptation by Danielle Lori

In New York, Gianna masks panic attacks behind a polished façade, while Christian Allister—stoic law‑enforcer and feared underworld figure—finds his rigid world unraveling when their paths collide.

Aria Scuderi, bound by a childhood betrothal to Luca Vitiello of the New York Cosa Nostra, faces her impending wedding at eighteen, grappling with family obligations and her own desire for autonomy.

Grace Jenkins, a shy and inexperienced woman, meets rugged Noah Harper, whose broken engagement leaves him craving passion. Together, they explore intense, erotic encounters that test their desires and boundaries.

Megan's forbidden love story unfolds when she meets the man she once knew as her guardian, Justin Brant, and discovers she has a special connection to him that defies the boundaries of time and place.

Sylvia Day’s contemporary romance follows Gideon Cross, a wounded warrior, and his determined love as they confront past demons, unravel old wounds, and decide whether to stay safe or risk everything for a shared future.

Tess Snow has everything she ever wanted: one more semester before a career in property development, a loving boyfriend, and a future dazzling bright with possibility. For their two year anniversary, Brax surprises Tess with a romantic trip to Mexico. Sandy beaches, delicious cocktails, and soul-connecting sex set the mood for a wonderful holiday. With a full heart, and looking forward to a passion filled week, Tess is on top of the world. But lusty paradise is shattered. Kidnapped. Drugged. Stolen. Tess is forced into a world full of darkness and terror. Captive and alone with no savior, no lover, no faith, no future, Tess evolves from terrified girl to fierce fighter. But no matter her strength, it can’t save her from the horror of being sold. Can Brax find Tess before she’s broken and ruined, or will Tess’s new owner change her life forever?