January 13, 2026

You want to know who Liam Morel really is? Why he hurts, why he fights, why he walks the razor’s edge between desire and duty? Here’s the truth:This book was never meant to start with him so young. I wanted an older, steadier Liam, a man who’d already faced his demons and learned how to hold power without burning everyone he loved. But the story had its own will. Liam appeared at twenty-two, all raw nerve and unresolved hunger, haunted by loss and the promise he made to a dead friend. This isn’t a fantasy about whips, chains, or forbidden toys. Liam’s dominance isn’t performative, it’s psychological, born of trauma, loyalty, and the weight of a Swiss legacy that’s colder than winter.The Sceau Blanc isn’t an American secret society. No kidnappings, no gratuitous madness. It’s a centuries-old institution, created by seventeen founding families who rule with ritual, reputation, and secrets. To survive initiation, you must destroy what matters most and prove you can control yourself and others, no matter the cost. Liam and Élise aren’t just two lovers. They’re leaders. Heirs.They don’t get to walk away just because it hurts. They carry the Clave, the legacy, the responsibility to their house and their blood. Élise runs the health sector. Liam rules finance. Noah, before the end, was the face of public power. Their bond isn’t soft, but it’s real. If you came for shock value or easy comfort, you won’t find it here.What you’ll find is the hardest surrender: power given and taken, loyalty tested, love that cuts and scars but never disappears. Will Liam change? Yes. In my other books, you’ll find him older, wiser, maybe even gentle. But here, in Burn with Me, you’re witnessing the trial by fire, the forging of a man, not just a fantasy.This is where he began.And this is why I had to write him, even if it wasn’t always easy to follow him through the dark. — Cara

December 16, 2025

In Memory of Maîtresse Barbara I still remember the first time I found her website. No glossy branding. No fake promises. Just a retro page, grainy photos, and a woman who looked like she didn’t need to shout to be obeyed. Long before I wrote a single line about power, surrender, or dark desire, Barbara was already there—holding a space most people only whisper about. Later, when she asked me several times to include her as a reference on my writer website, I felt honored. She didn’t give her name lightly. She knew exactly what her presence meant. Behind the scenes, she was generous, precise, and deeply professional. She understood boundaries better than half the self-help books in circulation. Barbara taught me something essential:that real dominance isn’t about noise or spectacle. It’s about responsibility. About knowing where the line is, and holding it—for yourself and for the other person. Every time I write about power now—about control, trust, and surrender—I know a small part of that discipline comes from her shadow on Geneva’s map. She chose to retire at the end of 2025 and close her public presence. That decision is hers, and I respect it completely. But I also refuse to pretend she never existed. This is my way of saying: Thank you, Barbara.For the courage you carried.For the space you held.For the quiet, uncompromising standard you represented. Some women don’t just live a role.They define it. You were one of them. Cara Ravelli

October 22, 2025

Casting Call – English Narrators (Male + Female) for Dark Romance Audiobook “Hostile Takeover” Author: Cara RavelliType of project: Independent audiobook (dark psychological romance)Language: EnglishEstimated length: ≈ 6 hours 20 minutes finished audioFormat: Dual narration – male voice (Dr Daniel Carter) + female voice (Lena Monroe)  Project Overview I’m an indie author producing the English audiobook edition of Hostile Takeover, a dark, emotional romance set in Geneva.I’m looking for two English-speaking narrators (male + female) to bring Daniel and Lena’s voices to life. Tone: elegant / intense / intimate / psychological rather than graphic.Themes: control vs desire, moral tension, slow-burn intimacy.  What I Need Male voice (Daniel): calm, intelligent, confident, magnetic – a doctor used to control, but losing it.Female voice (Lena): warm, vulnerable, quietly strong – a woman rediscovering her power.Clean audio, emotional delivery, believable chemistry.  Compensation Indie budget – $40 – $60 per finished hour depending on experience and quality.Approx. 6 hours 20 minutes total (dual narration).Future paid collaborations available – multiple books planned in the same series.  Timeline Flexible. I prefer to build a long-term relationship with the right voices rather than rush the process.  Audition Excerpt (Short 200-word dual sample — you can upload it as two parts)  How to Apply Send a short demo (1-2 minutes), plus a note about: your setup (mic, DAW, home studio or booth), your PFH rate, your availability. Email: cara@carazen.ch or cararavelli@gmail.comSubject line: Hostile Takeover 

October 14, 2025

Hi darling, Can you believe it’s already October? My birthday month. Halloween in the air.  And yes,  I’ve basically been chained in my writing cave with wine, candles, and a playlist full of trouble. But it’s worth it. Because this month, I’m dropping three new obsessions. And just to make things hotter, I rewrote the ending of Hostile Takeover. Take Me Higher – October 17 Forbidden. Addictive. You’ll never see the twist coming.  She Was My Darkness – October 24 A cursed poet. A haunted villa. A Halloween masquerade where love is the deadliest curse of all. Haunted by the King – October 31 Versailles after midnight. A royal ghost. And a love story born from sin and silk. Three books.  Three nights. Three dangerous men you’ll never forget. I’ll be honest, October isn’t about happy endings. It’s about obsession. About the kind of love that ruins you. And I can’t wait for you to feel every page. Stay dark, stay obsessed, Cara ❤️ PS: Tell me… which one are you reading first?  

August 4, 2025

You know that thing you do when you wake up, swipe your phone, and check if the world’s finally noticed your book? Yeah. That was me this morning, staring at my own book—Forbidden Passion—sitting pretty at #25 in Love Triangle Romance, #134 in Enemies to Lovers, and #410 in Contemporary Romance. I’m not saying I screamed, but my neighbors probably think I won the lottery or started a cult. Or both. 260 pages of drama, chaos, and pure heat, and guess what? It’s just Book 1. That’s right. You haven’t even seen me at my wildest yet. I wrote this book for anyone who likes their romance raw, their banter filthy, and their plot twists nastier than their ex’s secrets. If you want something dark, twisted, and addictive. Huge shoutout to all my readers… old flames, new obsessions, and everyone secretly reading this at work. You’re the reason I do what I do. So, what’s next? More late-night writing sprints. More jaw-dropping scenes that’ll make you blush, gasp, and maybe throw your Kindle across the room.And yes… a LOT more champagne. US readers, I see you, I love you, and I promise… things are about to get even wilder.Ready for the next chapter? Because I am. Now somebody pour me another glass. I earned this glass. XO,Cara Ravelli  

August 1, 2025

Are You Mark or Daniel? Let’s get real. Are you the smooth-talking, suit-wearing control freak… or the dark, brooding mastermind with a taste for chaos? Answer these and find out which side of the twisted triangle you’re really on: 1. Your ex walks into the room at a party. You… A) Flash your best smile, charm the crowd, and make sure everyone knows you’re winning at life. B) Watch from the shadows, plotting exactly how you’ll make them regret ever leaving. 2. When it comes to secrets, you… A) Keep them locked up tight—information is power, darling. B) Use them as leverage. Nothing says “I love you” like a well-timed truth bomb. 3. Your idea of romance is… A) Expensive dinners, Instagram-perfect vacations, and being the power couple everyone envies. B) Long, intense conversations, stolen glances, and a connection so electric it could burn down your life. 4. Someone betrays you. You… A) Play it cool, but make sure they never get close enough to do it again. B) Revenge. Always. Preferably with a little psychological warfare. 5. Your guilty pleasure? A) Winning. At everything. B) Breaking the rules (and maybe a few hearts). Mostly A’s: Congrats, you’re a MARK! You love control, you live for the spotlight, and you always keep your enemies (and lovers) close. Just don’t get too comfortable—someone’s always plotting behind your back. Mostly B’s: Hello, DANIEL. You’re all about the slow burn, the long game, and making sure nobody ever forgets you. You might be a little dangerous, but damn, you’re unforgettable. Tag your result and share it! #TeamMark or #TeamDaniel—let the games begin.

August 1, 2025

Some stories are pure fiction. This one? Not really. Barbara is the psychologist of Geneva’s underground. She’s trained more doms and subs than you can count, and not with some YouTube “how-to” playlist. She does it with conversations that strip you bare, sometimes mentally, sometimes physically. She’s the mentor in the shadows, the keeper of secrets, the one who taught Daniel Carter how to break someone down without ever touching a whip. She’s not a performer. She’s a scientist. She knows the rituals, the rules, the psychology. She knows that most people just want to be seen, to be claimed, to surrender to the right person. And she knows that, for some, that’s the scariest thing of all. Why Barbara Matters (And Why She’s the Backbone of Forbidden Passions) Look, Daniel and Lena? Their games, their revenge, their twisted love story? That’s fiction. But what’s burning underneath—the hunger, the fear, the courage to confess, the craving for truth? That’s Barbara’s world. That’s Geneva’s secret side, the one you only see if you know where to look. Barbara isn’t the star of Forbidden Passions, but she’s the reason the story works. She’s the root system under all the drama. She’s the one who taught the new generation how to be dangerous, seductive, and real. She’s proof that domination isn’t about noise or appearances. It’s about quiet strength, authenticity, and the courage to face the truth even when it hurts like hell. What’s Next? (Spoiler: It Gets Even Hotter) If you think Barbara’s the end of the story, oh honey, buckle up. The next book brings in Jake, a real club owner, Geneva style. No fakes, no filters, just raw, unfiltered power. But don’t skip ahead. Read Forbidden Passions first, or you’ll miss the storm that started it all. The Bottom Line Barbara was Geneva’s hidden side.No bling, no fakes—just the kind of power that sneaks up on you and changes everything. In a world obsessed with appearances, she embodied something rarer: presence. Her website was retro, her photos a little grainy, but her reputation? Untouchable. The confessions people left behind spoke of real transformation—rebirth, surrender, courage earned the hard way. At the end of 2025, Maîtresse Barbara chose to retire and close her public presence. She didn’t fade out. She closed the chapter—on her own terms. This post remains as a reference to what she represented, not as a doorway to services that no longer exist. And if you want to understand the kind of storm she once embodied, read Hostile Takeover first. Some forces don’t disappear.They become legend.

July 11, 2025

Are You Vanessa or Lena? Are you the untouchable, career-obsessed ex who always lands on her feet, or the secretly fierce author hiding a storm behind her silence? Answer these and spill your truth: 1. Friday night plans? A) Champagne with the CEO crowd, networking in killer heels. B) Cozy at home, laptop open, writing scenes that would make your mother faint. 2. When your ex texts you at 2am, you… A) Roll your eyes and mute him. You’ve got bigger fish to fry. B) Stare at the screen, overthink, and maybe write a spicy chapter about revenge. 3. Your idea of self-care? A) A luxury facial, a power Pilates class, and a new designer bag. B) A hot bath, a forbidden book, and a playlist that makes you feel everything. 4. Someone tries to gaslight you. You… A) Laugh in their face and send them packing. B) Doubt yourself for a second—then start digging for the truth like a woman possessed. 5. Your guilty pleasure? A) Secretly checking your ex’s socials (just to confirm you’re still hotter). B) Writing scenes so filthy you have to lock your laptop. Mostly A’s: Congrats, you’re a VANESSA! You’re sharp, ambitious, and nobody’s second choice. You don’t have time for drama—unless you’re running the show. Ice in your veins, but damn, you look good doing it. Mostly B’s: Hello, LENA. You’re a quiet storm—soft on the outside, but with a fire that could burn the whole house down. You might feel invisible sometimes, but when you decide to step into the light? Watch out, world. Tag your result and let us know—are you #TeamVanessa or #TeamLena? (And if you’re both… well, you’re probably writing this book with us. )