Not All Himbos Wear Capes

Xander Big City is supposedly the place where dreams come true. As someone just trying to live my life, I can tell you, it's more like a recurring nightmare where dreams get c*ckblocked at every turn. Especially if you're a supervillain like me. The irony is that I have zero powers, despite coming from purebred villain stock, but try telling that to Big City's beloved hero, Captain Masculine. This himbo is ruining my research, and if his firepower doesn't kill me, the sight of him in Lycra surely will. Luckily-or unluckily, in my opinion-my bestie just signed me up for the Bangers dating app and found my perfect match. If this isn't the start of my villain arc, I don't know what is. Butch It's hard feeling like I have to wear a mask every day-that the only value I bring to the table is the sparkling image others have created for me. Such is the life of being Captain Masculine, Big City's greatest superhero. This is the existence I was destined for, and I will gladly defend this city against every threat to its people. Except Doctor Antihero. I've seen countless villains come and go, but something about Antihero intrigues me more than the usual hero-villain encounters should. It's because of him that I impulsively signed up for a dating app, hoping a meaningless fling with a local normie will help get my head back in the game. The truth is, what I really want is someone who sees me-the man behind the mask. But that's a luxury no superhero can afford. --- Not All Himbos Wear Capes is an MM romance between a superhero and a villain. Our men find other men in tight supersuits incredibly attractive. Sometimes, they keep these supersuits on while engaging in explicit extracurricular activities with each other (and sometimes they even use bad words!). This is not your kid's superhero book. This is Sin City and The Boys having a love child with extra spicy Spideypool and is meant for 18+ adults who can handle such things. The Villainous Things series contains standalone books (each with HEAs) that feature interconnected characters and an overarching plot. --- CONTENT & TROPES: MM romance Dual POV Superheroes/villains Grumpy/sunshine Star-crossed lovers + fated mates Lovers-to-enemies-to-lovers (yup) Hurt/comfort + found family MM romance (in case you missed that part) Plus suspenseful plot + save-the-world epicness for pizazz POTENTIAL TRIGGERS: Sweary dialogue Naughty irreverent humor Extremely morally gray characters with moments of psychotic ideation Extra spicy extracurricular activities (see inside book and c-rochelle.com for specifics) Minor gore in villain lair and during hero/villain battle scenes Controlling + neglectful parents with some physical (superpowered) abuse Lack of autonomy + indentured servitude Restraints (not the fun kind) Detailed descriptions of humans' negative effects on coastal wildlife (specifically with pollution and including a seagull autopsy with details of the contents of its stomach) *FULL LIST OF Content & TWs can be found in the front of the book and at c-rochelle.com*

'An extraordinary story of transformation and inner strength' - KATIE PIPER 'Well worth reading: a tale of real heroism and obstacles overcome' - THE MAIL ON SUNDAY 'Truly remarkable and so helpful' - FEARNE COTTON 'Finding self-acceptance hasn't always been easy. I was abandoned at birth with a facial difference, and as I got older, I began to hate my face and the world I lived in. Gradually, through trial and error, random moments with strangers, and some tragic haircuts, I've found self-love and happiness. This book is the story of how I found my way out of difficult times, and how you can do the same.' Jono Lancaster was born with Treacher Collins Syndrome - a condition that affects facial appearence - and at only two weeks old, he found himself in foster care. In his remarkable story, Jono shares the highs and lows of his journey and how he turned his differences into his greatest strengths. Inspirational, empowering and moving - this is an extraordinary memoir with a powerful message: you are strong enough to become your own hero. (Cape optional.)

Baltasar It's time for me to start pulling my weight in the Suarez clan-to prove I'm worth more than the plays I make on the field or the dirt I dig up on rival families. I want to make Wolfy proud. And not get unalived by Simon. So I volunteered what I had to offer, knowing my infamous genes could be used for uniting two powerful clans in marriage. After all, I'm the only not-gay one in my family, so that alone should entice the super-babes looking to get busy with baby-making. I mean, as long as they don't ask me to do math or anything. But the last supe I expected Wolfy to match me with was the ice queen hero herself, Dahlia Salah. She's not bad, but her brother is my former Deathball rival, and the only one on the planet who can make me Hulk out with a single snarky word. All I have to do is keep my eye on the prize and ignore this weird tension between Zion and me. I've totally got this. Zion I never would have guessed Baltasar Suarez would be the man to lock down my sister. But shady business deals are what make our world go 'round, and Dahlia sealed her fate when she went up against the leaders of his clan-as if she were destined for our legendary throne instead of me. Not that I've been interested in wearing the crown. Not after everything that happened. Without Deathball to distract me, I spend most of my time keeping my daughter safe and happy, even though her mother is gone and my parents treat her like an outcast. Otherwise, I've just been... existing. Until Baltasar showed up, as tempting as ever-reminding me of all I've lost, and everything I've ever wanted. Everything I can never have. Or can I? My beast-my true supe form-has already decided the villain is ours, so why not remind my backstabbing family that everything under this roof is destined to belong to me? Starting with him. --- Putting Out for a Hero is an MM romance between a superhero and a villain. Our men find other men in tight supersuits incredibly attractive. Sometimes, they keep these supersuits on while engaging in explicit extracurricular activities with each other (and sometimes they even use bad words!). This is not your kid's superhero book. This is Sin City and The Boys having a love child with extra spicy Spideypool and is meant for 18+ adults who can handle such things. The Villainous Things series contains standalone books (each with HEAs) that feature interconnected characters and an overarching plot. You should read them in order (starting with Not All Himbos Wear Capes) --- IF YOU LOVE (full list of CW/TWs can be found in the frontmatter and at c-rochelle.com) Superheroes/villains Two households both alike in villainy Himbo "I'm baby" golden retriever meets psychotic Godzilla Single dad + bada$$ little queen Sports rivals-to-lovers Bi-awakening + I've always been bi for you Fancy monster peen Filthy talk + keenks you (and Balty) didn't know you had Forced proximity + fated mates Hurt/comfort + found family The usual naughty humor, witty banter & sweary dialogue MM romance (in case you missed that part) Then dive into the deep end!

Simon I needed to get the hell out of Big City. The only reason I was living in this American wasteland was because my mother insisted I reconcile with my estranged father. That the idea came to her while drunk on the French bubbly should have been my sign to stay right where I belonged. Anywhere but here. Certainly somewhere more fabulous. When an international job opportunity arises, I jump on board. It's just a bonus that I'll be traveling with the epitome of tall, dark, and handsome. Make that muscular, morally gray, and hopefully, my next conquest. What's a casual fling between coworkers, after all? I'm ready for my next big adventure-far from Big City-so if whatever we're up to is vaguely illegal, I'll simply turn the other cheek. It's not like some superhero is going to swoop in and stop a couple of humans like us. Wolfgang I may have orchestrated my villainous parents' deaths, but that doesn't mean the crushing weight of my responsibilities is easy to bear. My sister was the only one of my siblings who knew how badly they treated me. The only one I told how much I despise my powers. Now she's on the run-leaving me to carry this alone. But then I meet him. I may have hired Simon Alarie as my assistant, but it's instantly apparent he's much more than that. He's not only intelligent and business savvy, but fiercely loyal, and the tastiest-most forbidden-little thing I've ever seen. Nothing can come of it. Because if I touch him, he dies. That doesn't stop me from claiming him as mine. Whether or not this normie knows it, every inch of him-every breath he takes-belongs to me. And anyone who thinks otherwise will meet the Hand of Death. --- Gentlemen Prefer Villains is an MM romance between a villain and a "normie." Our men find other men in tight supersuits incredibly attractive. Sometimes, they keep these supersuits on while engaging in explicit extracurricular activities with each other (and sometimes they even use bad words!). This is not your kid's superhero book. This is Sin City and The Boys having a love child with extra spicy Spideypool and is meant for 18+ adults who can handle such things. The Villainous Things series contains standalone books (each with HEAs) that feature interconnected characters and an overarching plot. You should read them in order (starting with Not All Himbos Wear Capes) --- IF YOU LOVE (full list of CW/TWs can be found at c-rochelle.com) - Superheroes/villains (and the "normies" who love them) - Big skerry boss + his sassy li'l assistant (SIZE DIFFERENCE) - Mafia vibes - Touch Him & Perish vibes too - Casual psychopaths with mutual obsession - SO MUCH TENSION - Leather - Extra spicy extracurricular activities - Naughty dark humor + sweary dialogue - MM romance (in case you missed that part) - A James Bond meets Catch Me If You Can international romp Then shake your martini and power up!