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We were from two completely different worlds: I was molded to follow the rules; I was the good girl living the sheltered life at St. Mary's Boarding School. But fate brought us together. Somewhere along the way, following the rules became a choice. The lines became blurred, and I was given a taste of rebellion in a package of wild blue eyes and hot, lingering touches. Our plan was set. I would escape St. Mary's, and he would stay. Isaiah warned me that we'd go up in flames if we veered from our plan. Except there was no we about it. Isaiah Underwood let me fall right into the ashes.

Eighteen years old, a Bratva princess, and Lev Melnikov's daughter. That should be enough to keep me away, but the second I see Natalya all grown up, I know she's mine. I try to fight what I feel for her, but my principessa is determined to bring me to my knees, and she's willing to do whatever it takes to get me there.

You are listening to The Rise and Fall of Dons, Season 4 an Audible Original, produced by Asiaville. This season is a complex web of politics and personal vendettas, Sanju's journey is marked by betrayal, violence, and a quest for redemption. As he navigates through murky alliances and dangerous confrontations, his fate remains uncertain amidst the shadows of his past. Encountering treachery at every turn, he grapples with the consequences of his actions while seeking justice for his family.

You are listening to The Rise and Fall of Dons, Season 5 an Audible Original, produced by Asiaville. This season follows the turbulent journey of Arjun Shinde, a man thrust into the heart of Mumbai's criminal underworld by fate and circumstance. As Arjun navigates through a web of alliances, betrayals, and personal tragedies, he grapples with the consequences of his actions while uncovering the sinister forces that shape his destiny.

In this saga, we follow Kabir's tumultuous journey from a grief-stricken boy in 1980s Azamgarh to a ruthless crime lord entangled in a web of love, betrayal, and power. As he navigates loss, loyalty, and the haunting echoes of his past, Kabir's rise to infamy unfolds against the backdrop of a small town tainted by secrets. Will his pursuit of success lead to redemption or ultimate downfall?

The story unfurls in Murshidabad, where a gruesome discovery initiates Devesh's surrender, confessing to the unthinkable act. As his life unfolds through episodes of alliances, wedding assaults, and a labyrinth of challenges, Devesh's journey takes unexpected turns—from incarceration to daring escapes, flourishing illegal businesses to losses. Will Devesh's pursuit of revenge lead to redemption, or is his tragic sacrifice in Cambodia the ultimate price for protecting his family from unseen political threats?

This is my kingdom. My territory. I own everything and control everyone, Aurora included. She shouldn’t have barged into my world with no armor. She shouldn’t have caught my attention with no warning. Alas, she did. Then she thought she could disappear. If a battle is what it’ll take to protect and own her, I’ll shed blood. Wars aren’t fair, and neither am I.

Cyber-security analyst Kate McCarthy knows something ominous is about to happen in the US banking system. She has a place to go if things get hectic, but it’s far from the perfect retreat. When a new breed of computer virus takes down America’s financial network, chaos and violence erupt. Access to cash disappears and credit cards become worthless. Desperate consumers are left with no means to purchase food, fuel, and basic necessities. Society melts down instantly and the threat of starvation brings out the absolute worst humanity has to offer.

The Rise and Fall of Dons, Season 3 focusing "Ice Kumar" is a pulse-pounding thriller that explores the dark underbelly of power and the cost of ambition in a world where nothing is as it seems. Brace yourself for twists, turns, and betrayals at every corner as Kumar navigates a dangerous game of survival in the ultimate battle for supremacy. Tune in to this Audible Original series for an immersive experience unlike any other.

Their rise was meteoric. Only a few years before, they had been three friends from Glasgow, trying to survive in a world of danger and dysfunction. Suddenly they were thrust on to the world’s biggest stage, accepting an Oscar in front of the watching world. That night was the beginning of their careers. But it was the end of their friendships. For two decades they didn’t speak, driven apart by a horrific secret. Until now... Their past is coming back to bite them, and they have to decide whether to run, hide, or fight.

I know what I want. So when opportunity knocked, I took it. I grabbed my shot, willing to do anything to make it happen. From the beginning, I knew I was destined to be with the six-foot-four, bourbon-eyed Rock God. Only back in the early days, he wasn’t a god. Rhys Granger was my brother’s friend, the boy next door who wrote verses and played his guitar in our garage. He was talented. Exciting. Damaged. The kind of guy who made all the girls cry…. Except for me. I thought I was special. Turns out I’m not. And now…I despise him.

Kidnapped, tortured, and chained to a wall… It's not at all how I imagined meeting the love of my life. Music has always been my passion, but as soon as I see Talia Medvedev, I know things have changed. I become obsessed, and instead of the familiar black-and-white keys, it's her body I want to play—her moans, the beautiful music I want to hear. She quickly becomes my reason for breathing, and I'll do anything to protect her, even if that means making the biggest sacrifice of my life.

The Rise is a gleaming residential tower, newly constructed from steel and blackened glass, that stands on some of London’s most prestigious real estate. Looming imposingly over Hyde Park, only multi-millionaires need apply for one of its sumptuous apartments. But when the young night concierge is found murdered in the building’s lobby, the elite residents quickly find their gilded lifestyles under unwelcome police scrutiny.

If I ever lay my hands on Svetlana Melnikov, her dad has made it abundantly clear what will happen to me. It involves a dull blade and the loss of my favorite body part. Even with that threat hanging over me, I want her. I want her more than I've ever wanted anything, and now I'm in a mess and need her help. I swore I'd never cross the line with her, but she's determined to make me a liar.

Forevers don’t exist when you’re on the run. Amelia cannot get attached - not to the town or the people in it. And definitely not to the tall, dark, and handsome mafia prince who sweet-talks his way past her carefully built walls. Why put yourself through that, knowing it’ll all be ripped away when you leave? And she will have to leave. This life isn’t hers to keep. Sam calls her Snow, like the fairy-tale princess. But her life is far from a fairy tale. Even a prince can’t change that.

Volume two of One Nation Under Blackmail examines the rise of Jeffrey Epstein and his closest associates, such as Leslie Wexner and Ghislaine Maxwell, and contextualizes them within the organized crime-intelligence networks detailed in-depth in volume one. It subsequently details their ties, with a focus on Epstein, to intelligence networks, espionage activity, and the subversion of American institutions, as well as the role of Epstein and the Maxwell family in the evolution of blackmail in the digital era.

When a model is found dead during a life drawing class, the police are confident they have their culprit. The case, they say, is neatly wrapped up. But theatrical agent Ginny Fellows knows better.

On May 5, 1981, three rebellious members of New York's Bonanno crime family were gunned down in a Brooklyn social club. One of the gunmen was Vito Rizzuto, a man who would rise to the top of the underworld in Canada and then expand his reign across continents to become a global superboss. The Sixth Family, now revised and updated, reveals the hidden history of the rise of the Rizzuto clan, the alliances it forged around the world, and the bloody events that led to charges against Vito Rizzuto in the United States and Italy for racketeering and corruption.

“Feist has a natural talent for keeping the reader turning pages.”—Chicago Sun-Times The Serpentwar Saga continues! The second book in master fantasist Raymond E. Feist’s New York Times bestselling classic epic fantasy adventure of war, magic, betrayal, and heroism, Rise of a Merchant...

Rise True Crime dives deep into real-life criminal cases that have shocked, puzzled, and shaped the world. Each episode uncovers hidden details, intense investigations, dark motives, and unexpected twists behind true events. With gripping storytelling and a commitment to factual accuracy, the podcast brings powerful narratives to life—giving voice to victims and exposing the minds behind the crimes.