Grace Jane Gummer

“You! You took advantage of me! I was clearly drunk and…” He arched an eyebrow. “Took advantage? Shall I remind you of how you proposed to me at the club? Or perhaps how you insisted quite passionately, that we must be married immediately, so that I could make love to you?” The memory hit me then. Oh no. When Susan’s boyfriend proposes to his supposed cousin, at her own graduation ceremony, she does what any rational person would do: gets spectacularly drunk and marries a handsome stranger in an Elvis-themed chapel. But her “random” wedding wasn’t so random after all - her new husband is Raphael Marino, the most dangerous man in the city and, unfortunately, her father’s employer. Between her mother’s excitement at joining the “family,” her father’s nervous sweating, and her new husband’s irritating ability to make her heart race (when she’s not throwing vases at his head,) Susan’s new life is nothing like the post-graduation plans she had in mind. But when she tries to run away, armed with nothing but her graduation gown and a hangover, she learns the hard way that a mob boss doesn’t let go of what’s his. Especially not when she’s accidentally become the answer to all his problems.

Ava Clarke thought she had it all: a successful career, a loving husband, and the life she always dreamed of. But when she discovers that her husband, Lucas, has been unfaithful with his assistant, Eleanor, and is plotting behind her back to take control of the company, everything she knew is shattered. Determined to reclaim her life and power, Ava steps into the corporate world as the new CEO, only to find herself caught between love, betrayal, and a rival CEO, Maxwell Hart, who may have his own hidden agenda. As dark family secrets unravel and alliances shift, Ava must decide who to trust, who to love, and how far she’s willing to go to achieve her revenge and secure her legacy.

Julien, ne sachant comment gérer ses sentiments, décide de partir sans rien dire à Alice. Il lui laisse une lettre d'au revoir, expliquant ses sentiments et ses raisons. Ce geste surprend Alice et la pousse à réfléchir profondément à ce qu'elle ressent vraiment. Alice revient dans sa ville natale, et les souvenirs de sa relation avec Julien lui reviennent., Par coïncidence, elle le retrouve lors d'une soirée dans leur bar préféré, un lieu chargé de souvenirs pour eux deux. Cette rencontre inattendue ravive des émotions longtemps enfouies, et les pousse à reconsidérer leurs choix de vie. Ils espèrent ne plus jamais se revoir après cette soirée, pensant que leurs nouvelles vies seraient moins compliquées sans la présence de l'autre. Cependant, le destin en décide autrement. Lors du bal organisé pour les retrouvailles des anciens élèves de leur lycée, Alice et Julien se retrouvent de nouveau. Cette deuxième rencontre fortuite intensifie les sentiments qu'ils ont toujours eu l'un pour l'autre. Alice et Julien étaient amoureux au lycée, mais leur relation s'est terminée brutalement lorsqu'ils ont dû déménager dans des villes différentes pour poursuivre leurs études. Malgré le temps et la distance, ils ne se sont jamais complètement oubliés. Des années plus tard, les parents de Julien, soucieux de sauver leur entreprise familiale, organisent un mariage arrangé pour leur fils avec une jeune femme dont la famille possède des connexions importantes. À la surprise de Julien, cette jeune femme n'est autre qu'Alice.

The night was thick with mist, the full moon casting an eerie glow over the dense forest. Shadows stretched and twisted between the towering trees, whispering secrets carried by the wind. Somewhere in the distance, a wolf howled—a deep, mournful sound that sent a shiver down Lena’s spine. She shouldn’t have been here. The warnings were clear. No humans were to step beyond the boundary of the village after dark. Yet here she was, standing at the edge of the unknown, her pulse hammering in her ears. A snap of a twig behind her made her whirl around, heart pounding. But before she could react, a figure emerged from the darkness—a man, tall and imposing, his silver eyes gleaming like molten steel in the moonlight. “You shouldn’t be here,” he murmured, his voice a dangerous mix of warning and curiosity. Lena took a step back, her breath catching. There was something unnatural about him, something untamed. She could feel it in the way the air around him crackled with energy, in the way his gaze pinned her like a predator studying its prey. “I—” she started, but the words died on her lips when he took a step closer. His presence was overwhelming, his scent a mix of earth and something wilder, something that made her stomach twist in ways she didn’t understand. Then, as if the universe itself had decided to intervene, the clouds shifted, allowing the full moon’s light to fully illuminate him. And in that moment, Lena saw the truth. He wasn’t just a man. He was something else entirely. Something that shouldn’t exist.

**This book is in the viral competition. Support me by adding to library, gifting power stones, and golden tickets** . . Perhaps out of mercy, Ava Whitlock found herself reborn before all the tragedies - before her public image was ruined, before her career ended, before her real family disowned her existence and she was brutally murdered by the fake daughter her family had. . . All Ava Whitlock ever wanted in her whole existence was to have a family of her own, one which adored her and reciprocated her love. Her adoptive family were abusive, and when her real wealthy family descended from heaven, Ava thought the universe finally answered her prayer. Her prominent family were the owner of the Whitlock's conglomerate, the largest conglomerate in Lebron City. She had three powerful brothers: Jerome, the general manager of the conglomerate; Noah, the director of the conglomerate's firm; and Caspian, the best software engineer in all of Lebron City. Ava thought she had it all, but what she never expected was that her real family wanted nothing to do with her. They saw her as an eye-sore who was here to claim the position of their fake daughter, and they made no attempt to hide that they preferred the fake daughter to their flesh and blood. . On her death bed, Jerome, Ava's eldest brother asked, almost laughing, "Ava's at the point of death?" Her mother hissed before replying almost immediately, "Good. Let her rot." "Why are we being informed about this?" Noah, Ava's second brother asked. "Ava is no longer part of the Whitlock household after the little stunt she pulled. It's sickening that she still bears my household's name legally, but don't call me even if she's dead," her father said dryly. . . In this life, Ava had another mission. To stop her name from getting ruined publicly, and to earn her family's respect instead. She didn't care about her family's love anymore. But a lot of things changed in her new life that she didn't have answers to. How did she end up with three other guardian angels?! And why did they address her as their lovely little sister?! Also, how did she have a fiance in this new life who was dotting on her?

Donald was a cold hearted guy who was very strict and unsmiling due to his upbringing and father until Juliana entered his life.She was like a ray of light in his dark abyss .Juliana however was a cheerful young girl from a poor home.She was admitted to the most popular high school through scholarship. She was determined to change Donald personality when she discovered the reason for his coldness

Rane was the cherished young miss of the William family, but as fate would have it, their affection deeply favoured her adopted sister. The reason was simple, as children Genna and Rane were switched at birth. Rane had lived in the slums while Genna was raised by the Williams family. By the time the Williams family found her their ties with Genna had already become too tight. They couldn't accept her. Haunted by a tumultuous past that saw her wandering the unforgiving streets, Rane had developed a quiet, fragile demeanour that resembled the calm before a storm. The scars of her past etched into her soul made her reluctant to defend herself, even when Genna—sometimes out of jealousy—slandered her unfairly. Rane often faded into the background, a silent observer in her own life, but this only stoked the fires of resentment among her siblings, who labelled her as spineless and malicious. The relentless bullying and merciless ridicule she faced took their toll, leading her down a dark spiral into depression. Friends, teachers, and family dismissed her pain, assuming she was merely feigning weakness, leaving her to suffer in silence. Instead of receiving the support she needed, Rane found herself trapped in a vicious cycle of mistreatment that deepened her despair. Only her godmother, Jenna, seemed to grasp the extent of Rane’s anguish. By the time Jenna intervened, attempting to rescue her from the suffocating grasp of her adoptive family, Rane had become a mere shadow of her former self. The vibrant spark of life within her had dimmed, extinguished by the burdens she carried. Her will to fight, to change her circumstances, slowly ebbed away, mirroring her physical decline. Ultimately, she succumbed to the weight of her suffering, leaving this world with one solitary wish: she wanted to be strong so strong that no one would be able to take advantage of her.

Philp impregnates his girlfriend, little did he know that giving birth to a child out of wedlock was a taboo in his family's generation. He is threatened to ensure to abort the child, but it's too late and Philip is strong-willed.

If there was anything Adonis Vivaldi thought would tame him, it definitely wasn't matters of the heart. But when he meets a certain sweet and fiesty red head, All manner of control and restraint seems to chalk out of the picture. Fresh out of college, Yavannah Constantine moves to Italy to stay with her brother only to find herself under the sensuous and unnerving gaze of her brothers boss. She cannot explain neither can she deny her bodies reaction to this irresistible man. A unplanned encounter causing a spark that would burn for years or would the mischievous and sly hand of fate douse what was yet to bloom.

MC was a member of an idol group that failed to shine. he was hit by a car and awaken a system on his death that sent him back 3 years ago to start again ang fullfil his dream of becaming a top idol. will the mc be successful on his dream? what challenges will he face in the future? stay tuned for more...... time update: 3 times a week.

Levi Asher IV, a ruthless billionaire and royalty, has spent the past ten years trapped in a cold, loveless marriage to Paris, the woman his late mother chose to secure the future of their kingdom. While he’s built an unshakable empire, his heart has remained untouchable. That is, until Sabi, a fiery, headstrong maid walks into his life and turns his world upside down. What begins as bitter clashes soon ignites into a forbidden romance, cracking Levi’s icy exterior. But as their passion grows, long-buried secrets surface, Paris’s hidden affair, Levi’s unspoken guilt, and Sabi’s refusal to bend to a world that tries to break her. Now, Levi stands at a crossroads: cling to the expectations of his title or risk everything for the one woman brave enough to love the man behind the crown. Frost and Flame is a mesmerizing story of forbidden love, betrayal, and redemption, proving that even the coldest hearts can be set ablaze.

Sarah has to get to Toronto for her wedding. She embarked on the journey with her best friend Drake Tennyson whom is a sickle cell,but something went wrong on the train and everyone was killed secretly. Will she survive or not? Read ahead to find out

Phoebe Moore was a former sexy model and a streetwalker. She was disowned by her parents, expelled from the university, and criticized and persecuted by society. One night after she offered her services to a customer, she went home. A road the bus usually took was blocked, so she walked in the forest on her way home. The forest was eerie, but she didn't mind the atmosphere as she kept walking. Suddenly, a werewolf attacked her and turned her. When the transformation turned out successfully, the werewolf then informed her that he was an Alpha and she was his mate. The handsome and charismatic Alpha, Ezra Churchill, brought Phoebe to the palace, introduced her to the members, and they both signed a contract with their blood making their bond official. But when the night of their mating ceremony came, Ezra told Phoebe that he was cutting off his bond with her and rescinding the contract. He told her that he has fallen in love with someone else and chose another mate. Phoebe was heartbroken. She left the palace and vowed to take revenge against the Alpha who broke her heart.

Sometimes, we all have those untold stories or secrets. We may have that someone or something close to our heart, though they are not with us for eternity. but we are obsessed with them. We tried to explain others or sometimes to ourselves too but, something usually remained incomplete. Though in our heart we know the reality. We may love or hate it, but one thing is for sure we can never ever get over with it. This is the way how stories used to be with us since the beginning.

A girl named Siya is trapped in her own created world of darkness, where she is all imprisoned with her own loneliness. All she can see is dark, emptiness is what she can feel, she think as if she is lost somewhere and what all she can do is self destruction like a looser she is. On the other hand, is a girl named Vihaa who had her share of cursed past but now she stands all strong with confidence and face all the hurdles of life with a smile. The day they met for the first time, something changed as for the first Siya see the light. So, readers if you would like to see how one auspicious morning, changed the life of Siya. Her life got filled with lights & colors, emptiness become peaceful and from self destruction to millions of hopes.

The spreading of the Word (even if not always word for word) and glorification of the Lord our God. (NOTICE: Some pieces (namely songs) are not original. All will be given credit to in the title [the parentheses] should anything not be written by me). (NOTICE NUMBER TWO: I am not a preacher or pastor of any kind. I am not perfect by any means and I am not forcing what I learn unto anybody. There are things I will be wrong about and things that may need to be corrected. But at the end of the day, the goal is to make everyone aware of the Lord, His Word, and its life changing impact. I'm always learning new things in general and I have my own questions. So, we're all on this journey together. I hope this book inspires you all to open your hearts to God and allow for Him to lead you in life :)

Once a promising gymnast, Sora Hoshino's world shatters when a devastating injury forces her to leave her dreams of Olympic glory behind. Searching for purpose and an outlet for her restless energy, Sora turns to the underground world of street fighting. There, her unmatched agility, acrobatic precision, and sheer power make her a force to be reckoned with. But with every fight, she sinks deeper into the chaos, her soul becoming more consumed by the violent adrenaline that now defines her existence. Haunted by her past and driven by a thirst for violence, Sora struggles to find meaning beyond the ring. Yet, as she rises through the ranks, she faces enemies who threaten to expose the darkness within her. Old allies from her gymnastics days resurface, and Sora is forced to confront the very emotions and fears she’s been running from. With rivals gunning for her, a mysterious figure seeking vengeance, and her own inner turmoil, Sora must decide how far she’s willing to go to keep her violent edge or if there’s a chance to rebuild the life she once thought was lost forever.

" Within my deepest darkness, We met like destiny..." *** As a divine witch possessing the rarest of powers, Avalon was fated to bring about doom. Her clan was cursed with the task of saving a crown prince who happened to be half Lycan and half wizard being that his mother was a true blooded witch and his father, a Lycan. But there was an unfortunate prophecy foretold that, "if she ever utilizes her powers, you will all fall, one by friend, one by foe, and one by family." Because of this prophecy, Avalon has been in a tumultuous state from childhood. *** King Ares Mickelson, the most formidable Lycan to have ever existed who possessed enigmatic emerald green eyes. He has lived for nearly three centuries without finding a mate due to his dark past. His curse had befallen upon his mate and her entire clan in order to save his own life. On a journey back after attending his mother's funeral, Ares chanced upon Avalon in the dense forest and came to realize that she was his destined mate. However, what will come of Ares Mickelson when he finally encounters his long-awaited mate –Avalon a divine witch, who has been vengeful towards Ares Mickelson for cursing her entire clan? Is Avalon prepared to seek revenge for the curse that had befallen her? Or is Avalon ready to accept him despite his dark past? *** He was so close. Too close I forgot to breath. "You do not go around allowing people touch you however they want to. I am going to be your husband. Hence, you are mine and mine alone." Ares declared. What is going on?. Why Is he been so over protective.? "What's up with this beautiful nut job?' His eyes was still gazing deep into mine as he released a loud chuckle. No way! Did I just say that out loud?.

A teen love story. The orphan Fred is a savage yet sensible individual. He never imagined that he would fall in love with anyone, much less a young girl like Lynn, and he certainly never imagined that he would love her despite all the shortcomings.

Eighteen year old Momo never thought she'd be chosen to become a magical girl of all things. Until one fateful night she is tasked to find allies and defend Earth against a terrifying alien power. And as if that wasn't bad enough, her new alien contact tells her that the center of her special powers is located in the strongest part of her body... which is... her... behind?!

Raven Silversong is an Omega werewolf with a tragic past and a secret destiny. Wrongfully accused of murder and cast out by her own pack, she finds herself entangled in the enigmatic world of Hunter Draven, a ruthless Alpha guarding his pack against unseen threats. As secrets unravel, alliances shift, and ancient prophecies come to light, Raven must navigate a world of power, betrayal, and forbidden love. But with a prophecy foretelling either salvation or destruction, the choices she makes could determine the fate of every werewolf alive.

Her chest heaved up and her soft breast pushed against him, instantly giving him a hard on. It was unusual for Ferdinand to be instantly turned on by such a basic gesture. He thought, maybe his dick was still sore from a few minutes ago when his sister ruined everything. He needed to fuck Jamila this very morning. *** Two brothers, one desire, and a woman seeking liberation. Jamila's newfound independence is tested when she becomes the object of a fierce sibling rivalry. Torn between love and empowerment, Jamila must decide: will she choose the one that sets her soul ablaze or use the power she has over the Garcia brothers to secure her future?