Böcker av Kiru Taye

It started with a blind date...Zoe Himba is working to succeed her father and steer the family empire into the next generation. She has the brains, the beauty and sheer boldness to make it happen. Nothing will stop her ambition. Not her father's ridiculous idea to use her as a bargaining chip in a marriage with another powerful family, so he can bolster his stronghold. Nor the unfortunate consequence of an anonymous one-night stand.Certainly not the recent knowledge that the man she spent one glorious sensual night with is Maddox, the Odili enforcer-a family her father despises.So when he shows up at her home, serious and sincere about marrying her, she rejects his proposal in the most brutal way possible. It's tough luck if he thinks he can ever be her husband.It will end in a vendetta...Maddox Ejiofor does not bear his name lightly. For centuries his ancestors have been the embodiment of justice in the Yadili secret organisation, and he is proud to be one of the best enforcers of his generation. Family and fairness are two crucial tenets of his existence. He'll die to uphold them.So when the Himba's arrogant contempt threatens his family and blood, he vows to end their iron-fist reign in the central region. But then Zoe shows up, needing his protection. He must apply tough love because he can't afford to make the mistake of falling for his wife.

Although Gina Badu is a good girl all-year-round, she knows her Christmas wish will never come true. Not with a recent divorce, late parents and a sister who courts trouble. Then Santa abducts her in the middle of the night. Except this Santa is terrible-a silver fox of a tattooed fallen angel. Osagie Peters is a ruthless, cartel boss whose dark soul threatens to consume her. He scares her as much as he fascinates her. It seems he's got her on the naughty list. Still, there's a chance she might have a Merry Christmas after all. Celebrate the festive season Yadili style.

Xandra is trained for one purpose-to execute her boss's orders. Emotions have no place in her life, and she never questions the rights or wrongs of the decisions that send her to terminate lives again and again. Until one assignment draws unfamiliar emotions, and she is made to evaluate her loyalties.Ebuka lives a quiet life, taking care of family and running his ranch. But when a stranger arrives in search of a job, his peaceful life takes an unexpected turn, and he is thrust into the world of corrupt lawmakers and deadly cartels. In a world where loyalties shift at the speed of a bullet and betrayal abounds, falling in love is just a death wish.

Duke's life is about honour, loyalty, and respect for the business. Nothing else. Yet, one look at Carla across a crowded nightclub, and he breaks his own rules. One night with the seductive woman who calls to him like no other, and he wants to keep her.But his troubled angel is a mafia princess who lives dangerously on the edge. She plays a desperate prank and sparks a cartel war.Now, Duke is in a high stakes battle to keep everything he loves. And he intends to win, come Hell or high water.

Rough Diamond: The OriginThis is the becoming of an antihero and his undoing.Before Mason became the Yadili fixer and acquired the Mace nickname, he learned to navigate loss, grief, and treachery. Then he meets Sophie and briefly experiences respite with a woman who matches his wildness. But can he hang on to her?Rough Diamond 2: Deal & CloseFrenemies and desire, a lethal cocktail.Mason is a Yadili fixer. Like his name implies, there's never been a challenge he couldn't cut, dress, and lay to rest. Those close to him fondly call him Mace-a heavy club with a spiked metal head-for a reason. He will rip the heart out of anyone who crosses him. However, when the treacherously seductive Sophie comes to him for a favour, the grudge he's suppressed for a decade threatens to spiral out of control. Sophie holds her own in the ruthless Yadili world. She set up the Haven Project to provide safety for her workers. Still, someone is intent on destroying her. So she has little option but to ask the dangerously desirable Mason for help. He offers her a deal she can't refuse. But making a bargain with Mason is akin to dealing with the devil. Still, better the devil she knows, especially one she's resented for ten years. Together, Mason and Sophie must battle to survive all manner of betrayals. That's if their thinly veiled animosity for each other doesn't consume them first.

Crown Prince Zawadi has prepared for one thing all his life-to become the next king of Bagumi Kingdom. Driven by the need to uphold the traditions and the prestigious name of the Royal House of Saene, he strives to balance culture and technology in building a better nation. Until his perfect world becomes tainted by an assassination attempt and a woman who goes against everything he believes.

6 contemporary romance stories celebrating African Joy.Journey from Lagos, Nigeria to Accra, Ghana, from Curepipe, Mauritius to Las Vegas, USA, and meet swoon-worthy book baes. The happy ending is guaranteed! This limited-edition box set introduces 6 exciting and heart-warming book series by African authors. Prepare for enthralling stories of passion, love, and African joy! Tropes: second chance romance, forbidden love, one-night stand, rockstar romance, and billionaires. BOUND TO FATE by Kiru TayeAll Ike wants to do is to keep out of trouble and get through the one-year internship required for his degree program. But trouble finds him, in the form of the intelligent and brave Lara who turns his world upside down. Falling in love is forbidden. So why does it feel so right? Love like theirs cannot be denied. But catastrophe lies in wait and one-night changes their lives forever. VEGAS NIGHTS by Unoma NwankworA woman scared of being hurt again is bent on playing it safe. A man determined to stay focused and never experience poverty again. One night on the wild side that changes everything. LOVE AND HIPLIFE by Nana PrahBlaise is on the verge of taking African Francophone countries by storm with his new style of music. Learning how to sing in French without butchering the beautiful language is harder than he thought. Multi-linguist, Lamisi is the key to his success. When his presence in her life puts her in danger, will he end the budding relationship in order to keep her safe? MOST ELIGIBLE BACHELOR by Empi BaryehWhen Lord-his given name, not a title-sets his sights on Chantelle, he has more than work on his mind. Yet, even the infamous playboy couldn't have predicted the magnetic attraction from the moment they met, nor the evening ending with more than just an interview. But now he has to convince Chantelle that their one-night stand wasn't a mistake... and that not all bachelors are heartbreakers. THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY by Zee MonodeeEldest sister of the Hemant sibling trio, Lara, returns to Mauritius as a divorcee and she comes across Eric, the man she loved as a teenager and gave up because their interracial relationship would not stand a chance on this island. But here comes a second chance: Eric wants her back in his life, and he will stop at nothing to win her back. Will Lara be her own worst enemy and thus end up unhappy ever after? BITTERSWEET BEGINNING by Nkem Akin"Efe Sagay grew up and went to school in Nigeria. While attending school she met the love of her life, her soul mate, the person she wanted to spend the rest of her life with...Kevwe Mukoro. And the feelings were duplicated by Kevwe. As soon as Efe graduated, they would be married. This was the dream and this was the plan. But real life doesn't always see things the way we do. The perfect future can always be destroyed by unforeseen circumstances." ~ Martha A. Cheves, Author.

Isha Saene has perfected the act of balancing her life-a celebrated corporate negotiator spearheading an international trade deal that could catapult her country to one of the fastest growing mid-sized economies in Africa, and a loyal First Princess of Bagumi Kingdom set to seal ties with a neighbouring nation through marriage.Until one careless moment knocks her carefully choreographed life into chaos.Zain Bassong has always fought for the underdog-a patriot dedicated to fighting against the oppression of his people by the country's elite. He believes the pen is mightier than the sword and chooses the diplomatic route, no matter how many times he is arrested by the repressive regime.Until devastating news triggers a chain reaction.Isha and Zain are thrown together and their lives change. For better or worse? They will have to figure that out before it's too late.