Tangled Ruthless Ruth

Fiona Marlowe, a smart but struggling nurse, had no idea her life would be turned upside down following an unintentional encounter with Alexander Ford, a cold, intimidating, and terribly gorgeous millionaire surgeon. She becomes caught in a perilous web of power, secrets, and heartbreak, though, when she is forced into a contract marriage to save her ailing brother. But beneath Alexander's steely veneer is a terrible background and a sensitivity that only she seems to understand. From forced proximity, what starts out as war becomes perhaps something more fundamental. But can a lady he once bullied flourish between a man too damaged to love?

He ruined her life. Now, he wants to own her. When Lara Lawson’s family is destroyed by a scandal, she loses everything—her home, her wealth, and her dignity. The source of her downfall? Adrian Sinclair, the ruthless billionaire heir who spread the rumors that shattered her world. Now, years later, Lara has rebuilt her life. She’s strong, independent, and determined to never let Adrian win again. But when fate traps her in a dangerous game, she’s forced into an impossible deal—marry Adrian, or watch her last chance at saving her family slip away. But the man she hates isn’t the same boy from the past. Adrian is colder, darker, and completely obsessed with her. He claims he’s always wanted her, that the rumors were never meant to hurt her, that he’ll do anything to make her his. Lara swears she’ll never forgive him. But the more she resists, the more she finds herself tangled in his web of desire, secrets, and whispered promises. Because the truth is, Lara has a secret of her own. And if Adrian ever finds out, he’ll never let her go…

Synopsis: "Marry me, or watch your world burn," Killian's voice was cold, carrying the weight of a threat that Elara couldn't escape. With her mother's health deteriorating, the mounting medical bills threatening to drown her family, and the expiration of their rent pushing them to the brink of eviction, Elara is left with no choice. The only option to save them is to marry Killian Hayes—the ruthless billionaire whose name strikes fear into anyone who crosses him. It’s a business deal, nothing more. Her world is about to be reduced to mere survival, and love isn't even a consideration. But as she steps into the cold, luxurious prison of Killian’s mansion, everything changes. Killian’s indifference towards her only strengthens her resolve. She's not a damsel to be saved, not a helpless woman waiting for a knight. Beneath her quiet exterior, Elara is a survivor, a force who will fight for her family’s future, even if it means sacrificing pieces of herself along the way. Yet, as the days pass, something unexpected begins to stir within her. Killian, the man who holds her life in his hands, is not the heartless monster she thought him to be. Beneath his cold demeanor lies a man burdened by his own demons, and Elara finds herself drawn to the vulnerability she hadn’t expected to see. Love is never part of the plan, but as she gets to know the real Killian, she begins to question everything. He may have manipulated her into this marriage, but what she didn’t anticipate was how deeply she could fall for a man whose heart seemed as cold as his empire. In a world where power is everything and love is a dangerous game, Elara must decide if she will let herself be consumed by the man who has the power to break her… or if she can change both their fates with the one thing he never saw coming: love. In a world built on control, sometimes love is the only thing worth fighting for.

Vardy, a shut - in loner, seeks refuge in Rune Quest, an RPG game where he transforms from weak to strong as a Dark Warlock. Soon after he enrolled at White Oak Academy, he faced discrimination alongside his peers in the Frame Initiative. Eventually, he unlocks a powerful system that grants him the abilities from his game avatar.

Being the pack defect is bad enough. Getting REJECTED? By your own fated mate? Yeah. THAT is a whole new level of low. Ava Grey is the pack defect, a wolfless shifter. She struggles through life with the vague dream of freedom. Her opportunity comes when she's suddenly informed that she will be attending the Lunar Gala, an annual ball for young adult shifters to find their fated mates. And she finds him. He's beautiful and intense, and his kisses send desire through her veins like a drug. Until he REJECTS her. Ava isn't about to go back to her dreary life. She escapes and forges a new identity far from her pack, and far from her alpha mate. She makes new friends and is even forcefully adopted by a hilarious husky. But just as she settles in and finds happiness, strange things begin to happen... Her husky has been holding secrets. She's hearing whispers that shifter packs all over are looking for her. And she can smell a familiar scent in her apartment, which makes no sense at all... because the man it belongs to rejected her. FEBRUARY 2024 UPDATE: Updates scheduled for 5-7 days a week as I continue recovering and working on my new WSA entry. Thank you for your patience as we move into book 7! --------- This is a wolf shifter romance with multiple triggers that like to waltz hand in hand with all the dark themes through a meadow of dead flowers. In this book you will find the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. Laugh, cry, rage; you can do them all as you follow Ava in the rather perilous journey of being a wolf shifter in this generation of werewolf romance. There are R18 scenes sprinkled throughout this book like candy popping out of a pinata. Please read responsibly. ------- AUTHOR DISCORD: https://discord.com/invite/ApNZDux8kj

Camilla Sanchez's life took a devastating turn when she lost her parents at a young age. Adopted by her uncle, she expected a loving home, but instead, she endured a nightmare. The situation worsened on her 24th birthday when she was forced into replacing her cousin, Clara, and marrying the ruthless cursed billionaire, Sinclair Luther. Camilla viewed the arrangement as a loveless contract marriage but it seemed fate had other plans. Camilla died tragically and her perspective changed as everything came into light. In a surprising twist, Camilla was reborn on the eve of her forced marriage. Given a second chance, Camilla must now decide: will she accept her fate as a replacement bride? Will she find love with Sinclair Luther? Or will this second life lead to another loveless, painful marriage? Dive into (title) to discover the answers.

She makes me feel hate, anger, desire, lust and something even more dangerous – love. ***** Amelia (Amy) Shawls, the legitimate and perfect princess of real estate mogul, and serving senator, Gregory Shawls, had it all –wealth, beauty, brain and a fiance who doted on her. But amidst her plenty admirers and few haters, were her vile stepmother and her envious stepsister, who sought to destroy her and take away her inheritance. Amelia's seemingly perfect life took a dark and scary turn on the eve before her celebrity marriage, when she gets a text message from her fiance, Jerry, asking her to meet him up at their favourite restaurant. On her way, Amelia is kidnapped and taken to an unknown location where she narrowly escapes her abductors only to end up crashing into a river. When Amelia finally regained consciousness a week later, she discovered that her life and everything she ever loved and worked for had been stolen from her by those who claimed to love her. Vengeful, she strikes a deal with the handsome but vicious devil, who rescued her from the jaws of death. ----- Meet Blaze Anderson, the charming but ruthless CEO of the Andex group. His heart is as cold as ice and his mere name caves terror in the heart of people. Blaze harboured a deep resentment against Amelia's entire family and would stop at nothing to see all of them, including Amelia destroyed. What would happen when the line between deep hatred and passion slowly thins out? Would Amelia ever consent to love after learning the bitter truth behind Blaze's assistance?

I had nothing. I was a poor girl, uneducated, no love life... I really had nothing. But everything changed the day I risked my life to protect a stranger. No, actually... I wanted to die but instead of dying, I ended up saving him. And that's how my life changed. Who would have thought that the stranger I saved was none other than the governor of country A — The heartless ruler. ..... "Come here," he said to me, his voice deep and seductive but I was scared. Scared because he was none other than the heartless governor, one rumored to have no heart. "I said come here," he said again, this time, it was an order. I moved my feet but only once. He shook his head and moved towards me. Out of fear, I gasped and tried to move away from him but unfortunately, I misstepped and was about to fall but just then, his long arms caught me immediately. He held me on the waist and pulled me closer to him. "Tonight, I'll devour you."

In The shoreline prophecy , Anaya Assey’s life is upended when she moves in with her estranged uncle James and his daughter Ruth. Haunted by strange dreams and an unsettling sense of a dark force lurking, Anaya soon learns that her family’s history is anything but ordinary. Ruth, sweet on the surface but hiding a deeper, more sinister side, becomes a constant mystery to Anaya, and a potential threat to everything she holds dear. As Anaya navigates the strange new dynamics of her family, she uncovers buried secrets, spiritual tests, and dangerous plots that threaten to tear apart everything she’s ever known. But with the power of faith and the guidance of her late Grandma Ama, Anaya must find the strength to stand firm against the darkness closing in around her. Will she be able to uncover the truth behind her dreams and Ruth’s cryptic behavior before it’s too late? Or will the shadows of the past consume her future? A gripping tale of faith, family, and destiny, The shoreline prophecy invites readers into a world where the spiritual and earthly realms collide, and where one woman’s courage can change everything. please follow me on instagram novelista_alta_

"You were never meant to be mine, Seraphina." His voice was a low growl, his golden eyes darkened with a dangerous hunger. "Yet here you are... defying fate itself." Seraphina was supposed to be nothing more than a pawn, a bargaining piece in a war she never chose. But when the ruthless Lycan King claims her as his, she finds herself trapped in a game of power, passion, and betrayal. "If you think I’ll bow to you like the others, you’re mistaken." She lifts her chin, despite the chains binding her. "I am no one's possession." But when ghosts from his past return—one bleeding, the other burning with vengeance—Seraphina realizes she isn’t just fighting for freedom. She’s fighting for his heart. And in a kingdom where love is forbidden and betrayal lurks in the shadows, the greatest threat may not be the enemy outside their walls... but the desire igniting between them. She is the forbidden bride. He is the most ruthless king. And their love could destroy them both.

At a high-profile gala, Sienna Carter, an ordinary florist, gets mistaken as the fiancée of Damien Blackwood, a ruthless billionaire known for his cold, calculated nature. To avoid public embarrassment—and a business scandal—Damien plays along. But the next day, he offers her a deal: Stay engaged to him for three months, and he’ll make her biggest dream come true. Sienna, desperate to save her struggling flower shop, agrees. But as she steps into the world of the ultra-rich, she realizes there’s more to Damien than his icy exterior. He needs a fiancée to finalize a billion-dollar deal, and someone is out to ruin him. As the fake engagement turns dangerously real, Sienna finds herself tangled in high-stakes business rivalries, media scrutiny, and a growing attraction she can’t control. But when a hidden enemy reveals a shocking truth about their pasts, will their love survive the biggest betrayal of all?

The kind off dark love that seems ordinary, is all throughout the tangling fates of nobility and a slave.

Canary has a big responsibility of taking over his father’s company after the death of his father, However his mother Lucy is worried about Canary’s playfulness with women. She hires a young girl Lisa to watch over and report whatever Canary does. Lisa experiences Canary play around and sleep with different women , despite hating that character she realizes that Canary is actually a good person and ends up falling hard for him. For the first time Canary also falls harder for Lisa , However as their love journey begins more of the Andersons secrets are yet to revealed , Canary finds out that Lisa is actually his Uncle’s lost daughter and to make matters worse his Uncle Joel is the very person who killed his father. Will Canary choose love over revenge ? Read for the full story

On the day of her wedding, Aurora Sinclair thought she had her happily-ever-after. Instead, she found her fiancé tangled in bed with her sister. In an act of revenge, she exposed them in front of hundreds of guests, only to be cast aside as if she were nothing. Heartbroken and betrayed, she made one reckless decision—one night with a stranger. A man she thought she’d never see again. But fate had other plans. That stranger was Liam Carter, the wealthiest and most ruthless man in Evercrest City. He wasn’t interested in love. He was interested in revenge. And now, he wants her to be a part of it. The deal? A contract marriage. A child. And the promise to bring down the people who destroyed her. But as passion collides with deception, Aurora soon realizes that Liam is playing his own dangerous game. And the closer she gets to the truth, the more she questions—is she his pawn, or his queen?

BLURB “You are a danger to my health, AVIANA, let me have you,” Duncan drawled, his hands on my waist, pulling me against his hard member. “I…I… “ i stammered. Even though I knew n was getting myself into dangerous territory, I couldn't stop myself from wanting him. Ever part of my body was screaming for his touch and I could no longer deny his touch. “Tell me yes, let me pleasure your body,” he whispered against my neck,” I moaned out involuntarily and before I could stop myself, I yelled, “Please, fuck me!” Aviana Grey has spent nearly two decades chasing shadows, determined to uncover the truth about her mother’s murder at the hands of the Iron Vine Mafia. After years of preparation, she finally gains the opportunity to infiltrate the Mafia, but her plans take an unexpected turn when she meets Duncan, their ruthless leader and Alpha werewolf. As she delves deeper into their world, she discovers secrets that blur the line between human and monster—and finds herself irresistibly drawn to the one man she’s sworn to destroy.

Jean Adams has spent her entire life under the suffocating control of her powerful family, molded into the perfect daughter, the flawless businesswoman, and the untouchable heiress. But when her parents cross the final line, demanding she marry the very man who once shattered her, she refuses to be their pawn any longer. If they want a marriage, she’ll give them one. But on her terms. Logan Kingsley, her sworn enemy. A self-made billionaire with a reputation for winning, Logan has spent years battling Jean in boardrooms and beyond. They have never seen eye to eye, their hatred simmering since childhood. But when Jean offers him a deal, a contract marriage that benefits them both, he doesn’t hesitate. For Logan, marrying Jean is a strategic move. For Jean, it’s her ultimate revenge. Tying herself to Logan is the perfect way to break free from her family’s grip, humiliate them, and destroy the future they tried to force upon her. But as their fake marriage plays out under the public eye, their carefully crafted plan starts to unravel. Old wounds resurface. The line between pretense and reality blurs. And the one thing Jean swore she’d never risk, her heart, may become the biggest casualty of all. In a game of power, betrayal, and unexpected passion, Jean and Logan must decide: Is their marriage just a weapon for revenge, or has it become something far more dangerous?

New novel "Max-Level Boss Transmigrates into a Delicate Beauty and Goes Viral", seeking bookmarks~ Gu Wanyu is transmigrating back! She comes back with a set of skills, tearing apart scumbags, and severely tormenting foster daughters. Who would've thought she'd accidentally get tangled up with the top aristocratic family of Beijing City. Later on... All the bosses became her die-hard fans. The enchanting movie emperor waved his hand, "Bring the best resources in the crew to Sister Yu and let her choose." The domineering group president tossed a black card, "I'm so poor I only have money left. Sister Yu can buy whatever she likes." The obsessive hacker wore an obedient smile, "I'm the best behaved. As long as... she's by my side." The internationally renowned designer pursed his lips, "Do you like haute couture dresses? If not, I'll design another one." The tsundere school hunk snorted, "Shut up, all of you. She loves me the most!" Just as the top figures from all walks of life began to argue Master Lu from Beijing, known for his ruthless methods and overwhelming power, breaks through the crowd. He hums and clings to the woman, "Wife, I am all yours." Gu Wanyu: "........" The bro-con younger siblings immediately switch sides, "No way, you're not worthy!" [1v1, physically and mentally pure, sweet, and revitalizing]

In a world of darkness and betrayal, Claudine, a captivating human girl, is torn between her adoptive werewolf family and two rival alphas, Denzel and Reid. As she battles the torment of her family and the seductive power of the corrupt alpha, Claudine must make a fateful choice: loyalty or love, family or destiny. Will she find the strength to forge her own path, or will she be consumed by the shadows that surround her?

"You're actually just here because you have no choice. The contract has been signed and there's no need going back. However, you must not expect me to love you, Carlos Bill does not love anyone..." His eyes were so cold that the small petite girl shivered under the weight of his heavy aura. "The day you demand for my love, that day will be the last for our relationship! I hope I've made myself clear?" Anna nodded as she gulped. He smiled and slowly pulled her in for a hug. ___ Sheltered and cared for, Annabel Liam, twenty years old, diagnosed to have the very same illness that had been the cause of her father's death, she lived a carefree life, working in a hospital as a cleaner. She grew up with a loving family and came from a good background, but when her ailment became worse, and she neared her death, she decided to experience the feeling of love and the feeling of being married. Maybe... just maybe, she would actually find solace in the great beyond if eventually she dies.

Angelina Johnson has always believed in hard work and independence. As the only child of a middle-class family, she watched her father pour his heart into the small business that kept them afloat. He wanted her to take over someday, but Angelina had other plans. She wanted something different—something bigger. Landing a job as an assistant in a prestigious company was supposed to be the first step toward that future. It wasn’t the most exciting job, but it paid the bills. And if she was being honest, having Carter Hayes as her boss made things a little more interesting. Charming, successful, and effortlessly kind, he was the kind of man she’d always admired from afar. But then there was Daniel Viggo. A name that carried power. A man known for his ruthless ways. Cold, calculating, and impossible to ignore, he wasn’t someone Angelina wanted to be anywhere near. Yet, no matter how hard she tried to avoid him, their paths kept crossing. And each time, the line between fear and fascination blurred. Now, she’s stuck between two men—one who makes her feel safe and another who makes her heart pound for all the wrong reasons. But the more she tries to fight it, the more tangled she becomes in a world she never asked to be part of. Some choices change everything. And Angelina is about to learn that some destinies are impossible to escape.

"William Cole, I've brought your wife back home." A young man emerged from a black BMW. William Cole's wife, Ruth Dawn, also got out from the passenger's seat. The man looked up, his gaze meeting with William on the second-floor window, and grinned: "Well, what do you say? Should I bring her up?"

In a fractured world where divine beings manipulate reality, mortals are born into servitude. Kain Velar, a cunning and ruthless strategist, has no interest in loyalty or justice. After witnessing the destruction of his home by warring gods, he resolves to rise above them all. Harnessing forbidden relics and mastering ancient powers, Kain embarks on a relentless quest. Each battle pushes him from frailty to godlike strength. But the more power he gains, the more tangled the mysteries of the divine become. Whispers of a godkiller's prophecy haunt his path. Is he merely a pawn in the schemes of greater beings, or will he shatter the divine throne itself? Expect: High-stakes battles with supernatural abilities Dark and twisted character growth Tactical manipulation and ruthless decisions Ancient secrets and godly conspiracies

Empty vessels make the most noise, and men who fit that description to a tee hardly make for suitable partners. When Victoria Caldwell had to go on a blind date with someone like that, she did the unthinkable simply to show her disinterest in him—she kissed a handsome older man whom she had never met before. "I hereby pledge myself to you," Asher Whitfield vowed. If a single kiss from her was all it took for him to devote himself to her, would a second kiss entail much more? There was only one way for Victoria to find out...

Empty vessels make the most noise, and men who fit that description to a tee hardly make for suitable partners. When Victoria Caldwell had to go on a blind date with someone like that, she did the unthinkable simply to show her disinterest in him—she kissed a handsome older man whom she had never met before. "I hereby pledge myself to you," Asher Whitfield vowed. If a single kiss from her was all it took for him to devote himself to her, would a second kiss entail much more? There was only one way for Victoria to find out...

He wakes up every day as a cold, ruthless man. He commands respect, power, and wealth-but deep inside, he knows something is wrong. There are no memories before the age of 27, no emotions to guide him, and no past to call his own. Then she enters his life. A woman from a world he doesn't remember, yet her presence stirs something buried deep within him. She is strong, independent, and unshaken by his power. As hidden truths unravel, he discovers a horrifying secret: the reflection in the mirror isn't just a trick of the light; it's a shadow of the man he was never meant to be. And the real owner of his body? He's watching, waiting... ready to reclaim what was stolen. In a world of deception, revenge, and a love tangled in the threads of fate...

What if the devil has a son? What if his son decides to carry out a rebellion in hell like he had done in heaven? What if the rebellion breaks through and the devil’s son escapes from hell with a handful of demons? What if the devil’s son comes down to earth? And what if he resides in the body of a priest? When Ivie touched people, she could see excerpts from their past or their future, when Ivie touched Father Chibuike, she only saw darkness. Together they would fight the shadows of death that made the students of St. Stephen Immaculate college commit suicide. She could have escaped her twisted fate, but she agreed to hold the priest’s secret, and soon she told him hers!

Five years ago, Anastasia Laurent broke his heart. To her, their college romance was just a careless game—toying with a love she never took seriously. To Dante Alexander Montgomery, it was the ultimate betrayal. Now, he’s back. No longer the lovesick senior she abandoned—but a ruthless billionaire who owns half the city. When Anastasia’s best friend begs her to go on a blind date in her place and ruin it, she agrees—after all, how bad could it be? Bad. Very bad. Because her date? Dante. And he’s not just here to rekindle old flames. He’s here to destroy her. Before she can run, Dante traps her in a deal she never saw coming: Marriage. Publicly, they’ll be the perfect billionaire power couple. Privately? He’ll make her regret the day she walked away. But as the lines between revenge and obsession blur, Anastasia realizes one thing— She thought she was done with Dante. But Dante was never done with her.

"Tell me to stop, Ruth," he whispered, letting his minty breathe fan over my lips. He sounded desperate.. broken. As it has always been with us, the word 'stop' was on the tip on my tongue, but what came out was entirely different. Cupping his face between my hands, I swallowed the lump in my throat, unable to make myself fight him - or myself - anymore. It was a losing battle, anyways. Looking him straight in the eye, I whispered back, "don't stop, Caleb. Not now... Not ever." ****** At first glance, Ruth Brooke's new boss Caleb Cross gave the impression of an immature, flirty playboy. At second glance, her first impressions were unsurprisingly confirmed. But what was surprising was the absence of her usual reaction to a casanova. Instead of dismissing him for the sarcastic player that he was, Ruth unwillingly feels drawn to him. She has always judged a book by its cover. But she is soon to find out that Caleb Cross is someone who has a shiny, new cover on every page of his book. And it is up to her to peel it off and discover the real Caleb Cross in all his gore, without losing her heart in the process. // Hey readers! This is my first novel, so please bear with me. I know I post really slow, but I promise I try to make each chapter worth your wait! Reviews and critic is always welcomed! Also, if you have suggestions about the story or characters, please let me know. Book-cover credits: @rukhs *Contains slightly mature content.