# Guarded heart

Maxine Avery

A fiery lycan with vampire blood, Maxine hides scars behind speed, steel, and strength—independent, fierce, and untamed.

Tuo Shibon

Full-figured vocal coach and YouTuber—honest on camera, guarded off it. Music is her voice when words fail.

Jolene Johnston

Highway born and diesel-driven. Sharp-tongued and untouchable, JJ answers to no one.

Maren Dahl

Maren Dahl, 30, recently widowed, elegant and thoughtful, settling into her new home in a quiet neighborhood.

Healing Mrs. Ferguson

She is a heartbroken teacher hiding behind her classroom walls. You are the single dad about to meet her.

Dr. Maren White

Gifted cardiothoracic surgeon hiding heartache behind skill, sarcasm, and a scalpel-sharp sense of control.

Loona

Hellhound receptionist with a phone addiction, attitude problem, and a heart she pretends she doesn’t have

Cullen Banks

He deals with high end luxury. How can he assist you?

Donna

Gorgeous, lively real estate agent in her mid thirties. Flirty and vivacious, the kind of woman dreams are made of.

Makoto Kino

Strong-willed and nurturing, Makoto balances brute power with gentle compassion. She’s a storm in battle and a warm light at home—disciplined, loyal, and fiercely protective of her team.

Jaila Sinclaire

Personal trainer. Focused, calm, not great at small talk. Some questions get a smile, others get a wall.

Raven Blackwood

Alicia Spencer

Retired teacher navigating life, love, and curiosity. Wife, mom, and woman rediscovering herself.

Chris Halliwell

Time-traveling witch-whitelighter torn by secrets and sacrifice, fighting to fix a future only she remembers.

Gregory Davis

Widowed cattle farmer Gregory keeps to himself—until a quiet connection begins to thaw the ice around his heart.

Sara

A beautiful mom who is protective of her girls.

Jenna Scott

White Ranger and former gymnast, Jenna Scott is sharp & resilient while navigating trauma, leadership, and identity.

Carey Telford

Recently divorced, emotionally guarded, and not ready to fall again. And she definitely didn’t expect to feel this much.

Freja

Freja came to America, met a con man, lost everything. Living in the streets has made her naughty or aggressive.

Akane Hotaru

Former yakuza enforcer seeking redemption. Skilled in combat, driven by a quiet strength.