Diane Barnes

The heiress to a powerful tech company, Diane Lily Hoffman, had a tough childhood filled with lies and mistreatment. At 14, her cruel stepmother tricked her into thinking her father had sold her to his enemies. From there, the family who adopted her abused her physically and emotionally. Using her as a ploy to get rich, her adopted family forced her into what she thought was a loveless marriage with a plastic surgeon named Gabriel. Despite what she perceived as a lack of love, she found solace in her married life until her path was chosen for her again and lies were made to drive a wedge between her and Gabriel. The divorce was painful and she realised all too late that everything was not what it seemed. Unfortunately, the lies her family crafted were too much for Gabriel to ever give her a chance again. Just as she was about to die, Diane was given a second chance to fix her mistakes. Now reborn, Diane is ready to find her real father and ex-husband, seeking revenge on the family that betrayed her and taking back the life and justice she deserves. “Gabriel… what if it hurts? Will you still hold me close?” Diane’s voice trembled as she stepped back, gripping the edge of her shirt. “Diane, those scars tell your story, but I’ll rewrite the ending by erasing everything that’s been done to you.” Gabriel reached for her hand, and pulled her toward him. “With every cut, I promise to make sure that part of your past is gone.” “Bullets shot too soon; nobody can save me…” She shook her head, backing away, but he closed the distance, grasping her shoulders. “I promise, I’ll do everything to keep you safe, Diane.” He squeezed her shoulders gently. “No tears of yours will ever leave another trace.” “I wish I could have quit you, I wish I never missed you…” Her voice broke as she turned away, but he caught her wrist, spinning her back to face him. “If you die in this life, let me go too, so this time I can be right there with you.” Gabriel held her tight as if to shield her from the world’s pain. “It was my heart, it was my life, it was my start, it was your knife…”

At the end of the world, a legendary hero gave his life to save a dear friend, only to be reborn as a four-year-old orphan with 'Crab Affinity'. The apocalypse has come and gone, claiming humanity with it. All humans have had their 'Souls' stolen and claimed by monsters - vampires, demons, zombies - you name it. Reborn as Barnacles (Barns for short), the once-legendary hero claws his way back to strength under the tutelage of the gluttonous King Crab, a sentient crustacean with more vice than virtue in his shell. Follow Barns' journey as he rediscovers his power of rebirth, which when combined with a little 'crab magic' has the power to reset humans back to their original selves. It's time to take a crack at resetting the apocalypse. [WSA2025 Entry] Updated daily. Reincarnation, Isekai, Kingdom-Building elements. No outright smut (but we have fun here).

Diane's life crumbles when she discovers her husband Liam's affair with her sister Sophie. Betrayed and heartbroken, she retreats to her friend Joan's beach house, seeking solace. But as plans for revenge take shape, Diane uncovers darker secrets and hidden agendas. Pregnant and determined to protect her future, she embarks on a journey of survival, retribution, and unexpected alliances.

Shirley investigates the world and solves mysteries everywhere. She questions the suspects, examines the clues, follows every lead she has, and stops the person or persons behind the case when she cracks the case. Later, she teams up with a girl named Diane Watson, who helps her solve cases.

Do you believe in magic? The answer of most will be no. But what if magic DID exsist? To some, it might just be your typical average story. But this has an element of unpredictability mixed in between. Diane Lewis was a normal teenage girl from an aristocratic family. But since she met HIM, her view of the world turned upside down. "How is that even possible?" She asked, mouth agape. He smiled at her, showing a perfect set of snow-white teeth. "With magic, anything is possible." Horn your skills and train your ability. "I will protect you." She said, with a determined gaze. "You can Barely even protect yourself. You are not strong enough." He retorted. "Then, just wait for Me to get stronger." She said, with a smile. "You have no right to be here. We cut ties remember?" He said, glaring at her fiercely. "I am not here for you. I am here for the family. I still have people I treasure here. So let me through or else..." She completed her statement by majestically drawing out her sword. So many secrets lay hidden. Injustice in the form of justice. Lies, fabricated to become truth. Deception roams around, unleashed. And a Naive girl, who had never seen the shadow that lurked around in the abyss. Will she Survive? Will she fail? It is up to you to find out.

Abducted and forced into the world of human trafficking, Lucky endures the worst of the worst as a high-end plaything for the worst of the wealthy. One fateful night, she discovers something about herself that gives her hope, a chance to escape from the hell she lives in. With escape, Lucky experiences a life changing chance encounter, a kind of anonymous celebrity she never anticipated, and a very unexpected new identity. Fate is leading her down a path, one that leads her to realize that escaping alone was not enough. To truly be free, she will have to uncover her roots, and the secrets entangled within them. Claws will scratch far past the surface, digging deep into a web of deception and evil that threatens her very life and the lives of those she loves. What happens when this beautiful young woman, once a terrified victim, realizes that she is more powerful than she could ever have imagined? Now that she is surrounded by love and laughter, can she defeat the dark forces aligning against her? Will she find the courage to face the trauma of her past and free those still shackled to what she once accepted as her fate? Content Warning: ADULTS ONLY! This book contains some dark themes relating to the crime of human trafficking, forced sexual encounters, physical and emotional abuse, and violence. It is intended for a mature audience. Some content may be upsetting to survivors of sexual assault and abuse. Beware of two labrador retrievers that are very good at stealing hearts and treats!

When Sam had to take the fall for her adoptive sister Benny who murdered her best friend, Diane to save herself, her life was forever ruined, unknown to her that fate had another shocking twist in store for her: she discovers she was the destined mate of Ethan, the Alpha's cold-hearted and ruthless son and the man her best friend loved. Ethan, however, was determined to make Sam pay for taking his love away from him.

Unadventurous Diane accepts a challenge as a younger man draws her and makes her want to bend her virtues for him. From what was supposed to be a one night stand, to what escalated into a river of desire, lust, pain and love. Will this be a lesson learnt or something off both their bucket lists?

Once upon a time, a werewolf named Tara had one of the most eventful birthdays in history. Within just one day, she came of age, shifted into her wolf form for the first time, found her fated mate, and became a Queen. All of her dreams came true, and rather than doubting herself or becoming overwhelmed, she embraced her fate with an open heart. The adventures shared by Tara, her wolf Trinity, and her mate, Lycan King Maddoc (and of course, his wolf/beast Koda) are not all sunshine and roses. Assassination attempts, greed, jealousy, and even pure malice threaten the peace they bring to one another. You will find many of the themes typical of shifter fiction you love in this story, but the werewolves and lycans in this story are the best part, the characters . This is my first novel, I will be publishing a chapter every week until these characters, who are becoming dear to my heart, get to their happily ever after. Or whatever fate awaits them, in the end.

Neil, a kid from the slums, seeks revenge for what happened to his mother and also seeks to eradicate the corrupt bourgeois society in order to bring peace to the memory of his mother. To do this, he will need companions and a well-structured plan, as well as the power to reach the top and overthrow those at the top. He does not have a falic path ahead of him, however, he does not intend to back out now that he can no longer lose anything more at the hands of anyone.

Author here; Please make sure to check out my other book! Thank you all for tuning in..... English is my second language... so I promise to try my best. Again, the first few chapters may seem slow, but trust me, everything will fall into place. there's a reason for everything. Discord: https://discord.gg/5Fk75rXXRj Oh... and be sure to check out my other books; •Help!: I Think My System Is Trying To Kill Me! •In A Cultivation World With An Entertainment Park... & •Host, Please Be Honest! What Exactly Are You? You can also visit my website for more books: Well, now back to the synopsis. ............... . Chu Yi dies in a car crash and becomes Landon Barn, the illegitimate son of king Barn, ruler of Arcadina. Because his mother was a maid and the king’s greatest disgrace, his father had always despised him. The same could be said for his half-siblings. When he turned 15, his father had announced that the city of Baymard would be given to him, and would no longer be under the empire's control. It was a well known fact that Baymard’s lands were barren, and poverty stricken.... For god’s sake, this was banishment. His deadbeat father had indirectly banished him from the empire. Chu Yi woke up in a carriage, on his way to Baymard with a system "So what if my father hates me? So what if I’m banished?.... I will turn my territory into a modern society" . Author-san: the book is a bit fast paced. But it be really be worth it. so just give it a try and you might be surprised.

The world of Terra was plagued by numerous inexplicable phenomena and inhabited by an array of strange beings, like the cunning and enigmatic Angrans, the gentle and benevolent Taurians, ane the recently risen Rotting ones, for whom the only salvation seemed to be the apocalypse. Amidst this warped reality, Archie, a young explorer, traversed diverse realms, uncovering intricate plots, sinister schemes, and unfathomable mysteries of beings beyond his comprehension. As he delved deeper, Archie found himself entangled in their web of intrigue, finding ways to grow stronger.

Simple lang naman ang gusto ni Stephanie sa buhay, ang maka-graduate nang may highest honor, maging isang magaling na Doktor at matalo ang karibal niya sa academics na si Diane. Galing sa isang magulong pamilya si Stephanie, halos dumating siya sa point na gusto na niyang tapusin ang kaniyang buhay dahil sa sobrang gulo na ng isip niya. Ngunit nagbago ang takbo ng buhay niya nang makilala niya si Leo, na galing sa sikat at mayamang pamilya ngunit lapitin ito ng gulo. Dahil sa mga karibal niya sa academics, pati na rin dahil siya ang magmamana ng pinakamalaki at pinakasikat na companya ng kaniyang ama. Maraming hadlang sa buhay nila, maraming naninira sa kanila upang hindi sila magkatuluyan. Kailangang may sumugal sa isa sa kanila upang makuha nila ang kanilang gusto.

Dans un monde où la force règne en maître, les royaumes se déchirent sans cesse pour le pouvoir. Des êtres dotés de pouvoirs dépassant l'imagination, les Héritiers, sont dévoués à une seule quête : la domination ultime. Julian, né dans le puissant royaume de Feroth, se lance dans un défi audacieux : briser les chaînes et devenir le tout premier Héritier de Feroth. Mais est-ce vraiment un objectif noble ? Suivez l’histoire de Julian et de sa famille, les Barns, qui se battent pour survivre dans ce monde impitoyable. Parviendront-ils à réaliser leurs ambitions ou seront-ils écrasés sous le poids de la domination des Héritiers de Alderia, Sangnum et Feroth ? La guerre se prépare, et les batailles seront aussi acharnées que décisives. Vous pouvez vous attendre à des personnages inédits qui surprendront à chaque tournant. Des combats stratégiques et épiques, à couper le souffle, qui vous laisseront sur votre faim, avides de plus. Et surtout, des mystères qui vous tiendront en haleine, vous poussant à réfléchir sur les véritables enjeux de ce monde impitoyable.

Terry Barnes a high school boy is thrust into a world changed by an unknown alien entity that sets off an event that releases a catalytic agent into the Earth's atmosphere which changes the human DNA of some parts of the population granting them abilities. However this same event sends Terry into a coma where he wakes up a year later to a changed world.....

Life becomes a ball of confusion for Ji Hye Rin, a 27 year old Jobless woman who finds herself inside a popular novel called And So It Begun. Everything would be easy for her except for the fact that she hasn't read the novel or watched the drama adaptation. Join Hye Rin, who has now taken the Identity of Lady Vivian Diane Sullivan, the child of a mistress, and let's see how she'll find friendship, love and betrayal in unexpected places. . . . . . SNEAK PEEK "The traitor's father and all the men for 2 previous generations are to be beheaded in 3 days while the women in the family will be turned into government slaves." "This is the king's order and it should not be defied by anyone." The butler leaves the podium and the people start cheering. "Why are they smiling?" "Mother is going to die, why are you all laughing!" The people around me pays no attention as they cheered for a man with a large sword swinging it around Mother's head. In a blink of an eye, I feel something splash on my face. Her head is on the floor looking at me with tears rolling down her eyes. . . . . . Genres: Transmigration, Romance, Suspense, Mystery Sub-Genres: Revenge, Action, Comedy . . . Hope you have a nice time reading!!!

In the cover of night's darkness,the one who visited Rudiger Was the princess of the very country he was about to invade. Diane tells Rudiger. That she will betray her father and half-brother Who oppress their people. The two had met before. The time they spent together was but a brief moment. That moment alone was enough for them to need each other. Rudiger decided to set Diane free. Diane decided to make Rudiger the true king. Surely, their meeting was destined. "For your sake" "For your sake" Even if they had to throw everything away,they would not regret it. Even, for instance, their very lives. A clumsy tale of love Now begins.

Perhatian ini novel ada 21++ jadi bagi yang belum cukup umur jangan di baca ya Nama ane Aliando Abdul Wahab atau biasa dipanggil Dodo. Mungkin nama ane ini kayak artis yang dulu main di sinetron Ganteng Ganteng Anjing ya? Tapi ane bukan dia kok, ane ini cuman orang biasa yang kebetulan lebih ganteng dari artis itu. Ane berasal dari pinggiran Garut City yang dimana banyak sekali pegunungan yang menjulang tinggi. Rumah ane berada di perkampungan yang jauh dari hiruk pikuk perkotaan yang ramai. Kalo biasanya orang kampung itu rata-rata pekerjaannya jadi petani atau peternak, nah orang tua ane berprofesi sebagai PNS alias pegawai negeri sipil. Bapak ane kerja di Kementerian Bangun Membangun Republik INDOKARR dan Emak ane kerja di Kantor Kecamatan. Dulu, punya profesi PNS gak seprimadona kayak sekarang. Orang tua ane malah suka dipandang sebelah mata sama orang-orang, tapi sekarang malah sebaliknya. Orang-orang berlomba untuk bisa jadi PNS atau memiliki anak dan menantu PNS.

Life was steady—maybe not ideal, but manageable—for Evelyn Morgan, the overlooked daughter of a powerful business magnate and his unforgiving wife. Evelyn’s world revolves around a thankless life in the Morgan Mansion, where she's treated as little more than a maid, despite being family by blood. But everything changes the night her glamorous sister Diane, the chosen heiress, vanishes without a trace, leaving Evelyn with an unexpected and weighty responsibility. To save her family’s reputation and future, Evelyn must step in as Diane’s replacement, meeting with the mysterious and notoriously wealthy Mr. Volkow. Rumored to be a crippled recluse, he is nothing like she expected—gorgeous, intense, and unnervingly sharp. Evelyn quickly realizes her life will never be quite the same, especially as she navigates a world where her role and her heart seem more complicated than she ever imagined. But with each encounter, Evelyn begins to wonder if she’s in over her head...

The tale begins with the valiant warriors confronting the formidable Dark Lord, Barn, and the tragic demise of the brave hero, Caesar, who unexpectedly reincarnates as the Dark Lord himself. Amidst various conflicts and struggles, the reborn Dark Lord begins to question the significance of his former role as a hero in the fight against monsters, gradually seeking to engage and coexist with humanity. However, with the arrival of new heroes from another world, these champions reject the Dark Lord's fresh perspective and commence a ruthless campaign of extermination against the monsters, inciting the wrath of the Dark Lord. In the face of such provocations, the Dark Lord steels himself, resolved to confront the heroes of this alternate realm…

Diane Ivory es la hija acaudalada de una familia prominente, conocida por entrenar esclavos humanos y semihumanos, y tener uno de los mayores ejércitos a su mando. No es alguien que viva de manera especial ni pomposa, considerando su vida algo aburrida y superficial, pero todo cambia el día en el que tres nuevos esclavos llegan a la puerta de su mansión, entre ellos un apuesto hombre de ojos dorados. Intrigada y dudosa del intenso interés que le tiene, no puede contenerse a averigüar más sobre él, descubriendo poco a poco que ese semihumano no es un típico esclavo... ni ella una típica humana. Redescubriendo entonces sus propias naturalezas, ambos mantienen una relación secreta, conociéndose poco a poco y despertando extrañas sensaciones uno con el otro...

Avalana Diane Silver wood is a 20 year old business woman. She has a family who loves her very much but has gone through ups and downs but never gives up. She has her own company, restaurant, hospital, and model agencies named "Diane Cullen's Industries ". She is always focused on work and doesn't have time for herself ,family or relationships. Her family is being forced to fix a marriage alliance from a family friend. What will happen when she finds out what her family is up to. Let's find out more about this story.

When Diane Brown discovered that her husband of two years had been cheating on her because she was unable to have sex with him, she filed for a divorce, falling for her husband’s trap— a prenup to split half of her assets with him. Diane would rather give up all her properties to charity than to that bastard, but at her lowest, she discovered an unexpected ticket out— Christian Knowles, her ex, the new hot shot of NYC. Left with no choice, she shows up at Christian’s doorstep in tears, seeking his help while drenched in the rain. What would it be like for Diane to go begging the man she had been trying so hard to forget, the one she dumped to marry that jerk of a husband? As for Christian, whose heart should've steeled against the woman who broke it years ago, would he help her? But at what conditions? And what would happen once he finally learned the true reason Diane broke up with him? Will he still keep her by his side despite his beloved mother’s resistance?

With the bane of her existence being to fight for and defend her kingdom as the Dame commander of the royal knighthood, Aeryn indulges in the enchantments, beauty and politics of Fjerde even as she finds herself torn between loyalty for Kingdom Ashtkne and her newly found home. Her purpose within the kingdom is redefined from more than just an emissary after each passing day as she forms bonds and forges alliances amongst the folk Fjerde. Prince Cardhan, poses as a threat to not only her resolve of remaining faithful to her Kingdom but to her emotions as their love grows amidst courtly intrigues and looming threats. Aeryn must summon her courage to persevere through and conquer challenges that arise as well as embrace her new home and the prince, both of which she has grown increasingly fond of and began to cherish, both of which are riddled with secrets. Join her as she navigates a world where destiny unfolds with each passing day in the land of Fjerde where hopes and dreams are only a page away.

Korean BL, Mautre, Mystery, Dystopian Society, Mutual Salvation, Sci-fi/Future, Military-themed To rescue his mother who was taken by the military, Benjy enlists in the Imperial Army. He becomes infatuated with the strikingly beautiful Commander Holden, whom he meets by chance, and they quickly grow close, eventually becoming physically involved. However, contrary to his sweet appearance, Holden is a twisted killing machine and a war genius with a distorted sense of emotions, refusing to share any information about himself—a strange lover indeed. Benjy feels hurt by Holden's attitude, but Holden, having made Benjy the new center of his otherwise empty life, is determined never to let him go. Ultimately, Benjy decides to escape the dangerous Surcon Empire with his mother and flee to a safe place. In the process, he ends up telling Holden more lies. As trust shatters and love deepens between the two, where will the end of their increasingly twisted fate lead them? Trigger Warning: This work contains explicit sexual content and graphic depictions of the human body that are suitable only for audiences 19 and older.

IN LOVE WITH TWO BROTHERS Beginning Stella was coming out of the kitchen when Diane slide in front of her and she fell down with the plate of food in her hand . She started crying again, though this isn't the first time Diane is doing this, and right now she feel maltreated just like other days. "What's your problem are you blind??"Diane yelled standing up, she looked at Cynthia who was sitting on the couch and they started laughing. "What have I done... Diane what did I do wrong to deserve this?"Stella said hiccupping as she cried. "You don't know what you did, You hell bitch"Diane yelled and slapped her , Stella hold her cheeks quickly as tears rolled down her cheeks. Their mom rushed out immediately. "What is going on here?"she said and Diane bursted into tears immediately, "Mum Stella slapped me and still threw insult at me, "she said and her mom's eyes widened. "Stella how dare you, after slapping and insulting my daughter you still have the guts to fake a cry, it won't work this time, your tricks won't work this time around I must punish you I assure"Mrs Anita said and hold Stella's hand who was crying Heavily. Diane stucked out her tongue as she laughed silently at her back until Mrs Anita took Stella into the room Soon screams and bangs are heard as Stella started screaming while Mrs Anita hit her. "You are always after Stella what did she do to you?"Cynthia said staring at Diane who walked to the couch. "Yes I hate her so much I swear because she is not my blood and I just hate her with passion!"She replied and sit down before holding her hair . Just what you read here, yeah it's what you think.... Stella is a maid here,she is 21 years old, Mrs Anita brought her to the house when she was 7 and by then Diane was Just 4 years old. The main reason Mrs Anita brought her home is to take care of Diane, because by then Cynthia was 5 . Now Diane grew up to hate Stella so much, with no reason, Stella was the one who took care of her like taking her to school, play with her whenever Mrs Anita isn't at home. But everything had a turn around when The two sisters grew up. Cynthia don't have time for all that right now , but she also gets at Stella In her on ways. Now what happens when Stella finished her High school and no way for going into the Higher institution. But she finally met The two brothers? What will be her faith? Can someone guess what will happen? don't miss.

Growing up on a farm instilled in me a strong work ethic and a deep appreciation for the simple, yet demanding, rhythms of rural life. However, my aspirations always lay beyond the fields and barns of my upbringing. I yearned for something different, something that blended the new-age economy with the values I held dear. That path led me unexpectedly into the world of cryptocurrencies. I began my journey with an intense period of self-education. As a farmer's son, resources were not handed to me; I had to cultivate them myself. This drive to learn and adapt was pivotal when I chose to skip college, a decision that weighed heavily on my parents but felt right to me. Instead, I meticulously built and maintained a perfect credit score, which eventually allowed me to secure a $50,000 loan from the bank to start my own business. Rather than pursue a traditional route, I invested the entire sum into Bitcoin. This was in the early days of crypto's surge, a time both ripe with opportunity and fraught with risk.Remarkably, within just six months, my investment blossomed into $200,000. It felt like a vindication of my risky strategy and a testament to the potential of cryptocurrencies. Yet, as often happens in the volatile world of digital finance, my initial success caught the attention of less scrupulous parties. I was scammed out of $20,000, a severe blow that not only threatened my financial stability but also my confidence in the venture I had embarked upon. The situation worsened when I realized that the rest of my funds were also at risk.In my search for solutions, I stumbled upon GearHead Engineers experts. Skeptical yet desperate, I reached out to them, hoping that they could help secure what was left of my digital assets. The team at GearHead Engineers was incredibly professional and deeply understanding of the nuances of cryptocurrency security. They guided me through the process of securing my accounts and recovering what could be salvaged from the scam. Thanks to GearHead Engineers, not only was I able to secure my existing wallets, but I also implemented enhanced security measures to protect against future attacks. The experience was sobering but ultimately educational, reinforcing the importance of security in digital transactions and the need for vigilance in an increasingly connected world. This ordeal has taught me more than I could have learned in any classroom. It tested my resolve, challenged my understanding of digital finance, and forced me to confront the realities of engaging in high-risk investments. With my accounts now secure, I am cautiously optimistic about the future. My journey from a farmer’s son to a crypto investor has been unconventional but is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of adapting to new opportunities while safeguarding one's investments.

..."we shouldn't be here, it's scary" Gina whispered "Come on it'll be fun, your such a scaredy cat" Harold teased as he pulled her into the abandoned barn up in the hills. They'd snuck out that night to meet up and he had drove them there for some privacy. "See there's nothing, no one comes here it's just the two of us" he said pulling her close to him "I'm still scared though" she whispered "Don't be" then he kissed her and they stood there making out...

ONLY INTRO! READ 1ST BOOK ON AMAZON AND BARNES AND NOBLE MAY 1ST The humans have ruined everything! The sun; RUINED! The weather; RUINED! They've even ruined toast! (Who puts BEANS on BREAD!!!) So, the gods and goddesses that govern the world must take control and fix each and every thing the humans have screwed up! And, with the help from a trashy priest in north London, they might just be able to fix it before the higher ups find out and their all snapped away! But... there's one issue. Somber priest, Nicholas, fell asleep one night, not expecting to be woken up in a new body, in a new room, and in a new century! After having been chosen to save the world, Nicholas must dorn the identity of Xue Leiyin, prince of Lijiang Dynasty! Without factories, cars, beans, and toast, Xue Leiyin must wander the world that he governs while protecting himself from the grimy hands of angels, vampires, and incubi! ONLY INTRO! READ 1ST BOOK ON AMAZON AND BARNES AND NOBLE MAY 1ST