Ugly Love Paperback By Colleen Hoover

A scoff left my lips before I could hold it in. "What did you just say?" I asked, my gaze moving from one Alpha to the next. "You want me to move in with you?" I questioned them to make sure I had heard correctly. "Yes." Thatcher took a step closer, but I took two steps back, creating more distance between us. "We want you," Logan declared, his eyes burning with intense need. "Yes," Julian joined in. "We will also protect you; we'll make sure no harm comes to you. Please give us a chance," they begged. Are they being serious? Is this some kind of joke? How dare they make such demands after the way they hurt and humiliated me in front of everyone? No, I won't listen to them; I won't fall for their tricks a second time. I will reject the mate bond between us and cut every connection that we might have. After making up my mind, I opened my mouth and started to recite the words I never imagined I would ever say. "I, Linnea of White Eagle Pack, reject you..." But I never got a chance to finish. My mind and body unexpectedly broke down, and I found myself collapsing. Before I could hit the ground, I felt a pair of strong arms—no, not just a pair, but three pairs—holding me, immediately preventing my fall. *** Prologue Because of Linnea's ugliness, nobody wanted to associate with her; her skin was wrinkled and dried up, making her look like a ninety-year-old dying grandmother. But was she really ugly? From the early age of seven, Linnea took an elixir meant to keep her from aging quickly, but instead, the elixir did the exact opposite of what it was meant for. It dried her up and made her appear quite ugly. When Linnea discovered the truth behind the elixir, she confronted her mother, who had given it to her. Her mother cried and asked her to continue taking the elixir, claiming, "That is the only way I can remain married to Beta Benjamin; you must not outshine his daughter. He'll kick us out if you anger his daughter." After learning the truth, Linnea became bitter, and her hatred for Beta Benjamin's daughter, Madison, grew. Linnea swallowed her anger and vowed to leave her mother once she turned eighteen. Her eighteenth birthday came, and Linnea prepared herself to leave the pack, but on her way out, she discovered the biggest shock of her life. Her fated mate was actually Madison's lover—one of the triplet Alphas. Linnea thought it would end there, but she experienced an even greater shock when she realized the remaining two triplets were also her mates. How could this be? How did she end up with three mates? What happened?! *** Hiii Chapters 1 - 26 are more like the backstory of the book. You'll get to know the character's personality while reading these chapters. Read my other book 'Fated To The Four Notorious Alpha Brothers' I'm a new author on Webnovel, kindly support my writing journey.

The youngest all-round best actress, Gu Zhi, has traveled through time and ended up in the body of the sweet and naive real heiress she was about to play. Originally, the owner of the body could have soared to new heights after reclaiming her position as the true heiress. However, she stubbornly turned herself into a green tea character hated by the entire internet, ending up alienated from her family with no one to collect her body after her death. On the parenting variety show, her family accompanies the fake heiress on the program but refuses to acknowledge her. Biological mother: I don't have a daughter like you, Yiyi is my daughter. Biological brother: Quit the entertainment industry, make way for Yiyi, and I'll let you come home. Gu Zhi: ...Who cares. I bring my labor-efficient adoptive parents and my adoptive brothers, who are potential stocks in various industries, onto the variety show. Isn't that lovely!! In this way, Gu Zhi and her entire family, who were almost forced out of the entertainment circle by criticism, suddenly became explosively popular. Fan 1: Damn! This woman Gu Zhi has such amazing acting skills! Her singing and dancing are top-notch! She's so skilled at gaming too, is there anything she can't do!!? Fan 2: Sob sob Zhi Zhi, what kind of fairy parents are these, unbelievable. It's another day of being moved to tears by the celestial parent-child relationship. Fan 3: Ahhhh, Zhi Zhi's big brother is so handsome! Second brother, I want to marry him too! Third brother, I could admire that body for a year! I wouldn't mind waiting for the fifth brother either /shy /shy When Gu Zhi stood on the industry's most prestigious award stage to receive her well-deserved Best Actress award, her suddenly awakened biological father and brothers blocked her way, asking for forgiveness. However, they were ruthlessly thrown out by the domineering CEO big brother: Zhi Zhi is a member of the Qin family, don't try to impersonate. That evening, the semi-retired Emperor Qi officially announced the female lead of his new movie and specifically tagged Gu Zhi: Sorry, she's already a member of the Qi family. The entire internet: !!!???

he was sold to pay a debt. Beaten, caged, and left for dead. But fate doesn't bow to men like that- it burns them. Vireya has always been dangerous-she just didn't know how much. Born of a cursed bloodline and hidden away by a cruel, abusive father, her power has been sealed... until the Alpha King finds her. And claims her. Kael is feared across the kingdoms. Ruthless. Ancient. Unmated. Until her. The second he sees her, the bond snaps. The storm inside him breaks. And he will destroy anyone who touches what's his. But claiming Vireya was only the beginning. Because she's more than a mate- She's the Queen fate marked by fire. And the kingdom? It's not ready for her fire.

Disfigured since infancy by a lethal poison, Jasper is the young master of the wealthiest merchant in the kingdom. However, he lost everything to the scheming environment. With revenge in mind, he will strive to be as strong as possible and as wealthy as his late father. Eventually, he will try his best to build his kingdom. Along with his game-like system, he will discover a world he didn’t know existed. What to Expect: Weak to Strong MC: He’ll take the merchant path before truly beginning his martial art journey. RPG System: A game-like interface guides and aids his progression. Business & Schemes: Expect clever plots and economic maneuvering. Low-Key Start → High-Key Rise: The protagonist begins discreetly but eventually becomes a major force. Strong Subordinates: Allies matter—the world doesn’t revolve solely around the MC. However, betreyal is something to be wary of. Dangerous Villains: Intelligent, cunning antagonists who challenge the MC. Building kingdom: MC will build his own kingdom later on. World of Chaos: Monsters, dungeons, martial arts, and shifting power dynamics—kingdoms fall, sects rise, and the world evolves with each major event. Romance: No harem, probably (Still not certain but that's what I'm planing for the moment.)

She was a healer, sworn to save lives. He was a killer, sworn to protect his empire by any means. When Dr. Aira’s quiet world collides with Adrian Valente — the cold, dangerous mafia boss feared by all — she is pulled into a game of blood and secrets she never wanted to play. Bound by a debt she can’t escape, Aira must navigate the shadows of his ruthless world, even as her heart betrays her. Can love bloom between innocence and sin? Or will their hearts be forever tied by chains stronger than fate itself?

They had been married for less than a week when Lin Banxia discovered that without his embrace, she couldn’t sleep; without his love, she felt anxious; without his companionship, her emotions spiraled out of control. But then one day, she had stomach troubles! The hospital handed over a test result: Congratulations, Mrs. Huo, you’re pregnant. He said, "Give birth to my child, and we won’t just have three years together—we’ll have a lifetime!" She squinted her eyes and replied, "Mr. Huo, you’ve miscalculated. Clearly, after giving birth, you’re letting me go in three years." "The child can’t go without a mother, and I can’t go without you. Understand?" That was Young Master Huo’s confession.

Seraphina Moon, an orphan desperate for a family of her own, thought her last chance at motherhood was finally within reach. But then, bam! One accidental pregnancy later, and she’s not just expecting, she’s carrying the heir of Kaelen Thorne. And Kaelen? He’s not your average dad-to-be. He’s an enigmatic billionaire Alpha werewolf, and this baby is everything to him—like, the key to his entire future and his pack’s. To protect her child, Seraphina gets dragged into Kaelen’s dangerous world, forced to play the part of his adoring Luna in a high-stakes game of shifter politics that could easily get her killed. The wildest part? This whole charade, this fake relationship, starts to feel disturbingly real. There’s an undeniable, raw fire sparking between them, and beneath Kaelen’s harsh, dominant Alpha exterior, Seraphina glimpses a man who’s fiercely protective and surprisingly tender. But there’s a massive problem: he’s a shifter, she’s human, and he’s destined for a true werewolf mate, meaning their intense connection seems doomed from the start. With assassins on her trail, Kaelen’s scornful ex-mates making her life hell, and the shadows of her own past creeping in, Seraphina is caught. Can she navigate this treacherous game and guard her heart from the Alpha who commands her body’s surrender, or will the very man she’s forced to deceive be the only one who can save her? And could he ever truly choose a human, even if she’s carrying his precious heir?

[MATURE CONTENT] Betrayed by her sister, Nidia South ended up having a one-night stand with a random man. Eight months later, her premature pregnancy made it to the news. Jackson Cunningham, Baile City's business tycoon, immediately recognized her on the news and forcefully took custody of their child. However, the child only wanted his mother's breast milk, hence Nidia was brought to the mansion as well. She had thought that this was a cold and cruel man, a cold-blooded capitalist, but in reality... she was the girl of his dreams, he had been longing for her for ten years. Jackson did everything in his power to be able to keep her in his life, all he wanted to do was take care of her and spoil her.

Long-distance relationships never work for her since she is the clingy sort, spoilt, and enjoys her lover's undivided attention. Additionally, she tends to be flirtatious, although her intentions have never been honest. She has a way of intriguing people and then leaving them once they develop stronger feelings for her. Since she travels a lot for her job as an air hostess, most of her past relationships find it difficult to be apart from her. That all changed when she encountered someone who was just as formidable. The most ignorant woman on earth, yet the most passionate lover. She's determined to make things work this time. Regardless of the distance, that woman belongs to her.

Hit by Truck-kun, a modern soul wakes as Ryota Kurosawa, Kuiki’s shunned, overweight outcast with a dark past. In a dystopian world ruled by cruel nobles, only the deadly Dungeon—packed with monsters and riches—offers a shot at power. With fists and grit, Ryota dives in, chasing redemption. Can he rise from “pig-face” to hero in a world that hates him?

One contract. One year. Zero feelings. Emily Torres signed her name to save her brother. Liam Westwood signed to bury a secret. But neither expected sparks—let alone passion that burns hotter than the lies they’re both hiding. In a penthouse full of rules and a heart full of scars, Emily finds herself tangled in a web of mafia ties, wolf-blooded truths, and a husband who plays the game too well. In this dangerous dance of deception, love was never supposed to be on the table. But fate doesn't care about rules.

When worlds collide, can love survive the storm? Zoya Khan has always believed in keeping her head down and fighting for her dreams. As a middle-class girl juggling night college and a teaching job, she knows life isn’t easy — especially when your world is full of struggles. But everything changes the day Ayaan Malhotra crashes into her life — quite literally. Ayaan, the arrogant heir of the Malhotra business empire, is used to getting what he wants. But Zoya isn’t just another name on his list. She challenges him, defies him, and for the first time, makes him question everything he thought he knew about love, loyalty, and desire. As attraction turns to obsession, and affection battles pride, Ayaan and Zoya must face the harsh truth: their love was never meant to be. With families against them, secrets threatening to tear them apart, and a world that refuses to let them be, how far will they go to protect what their hearts crave? Bound by Love is a tale of forbidden passion, dangerous choices, and a bond that no rules can break.

In "Bound by Love, Haunted by Blood," a young woman's life is forever changed when she falls deeply in love with Josh, a man with a dark secret: a volatile temper that ultimately leads him to commit murder. Despite witnessing the horrific act, she finds herself still bound to him by love and an unexpected pregnancy. As she grapples with the complexities of her emotions and the impending arrival of her child, she must confront the haunting reality of Josh's actions and the legacy she'll pass on to her baby. Will she be able to reconcile her love for Josh with the truth about his past, or will the blood that haunts her define their future? This gripping tale explores the darker side of love, loyalty, and the human heart.

[WARNING MATURE CONTENT, R18+] Michael Specter is a handsome, successful entrepreneur with women throwing themselves at his feet just to spend a night. However, very few know about his menacing side. Twenty-two year old Layla Mclan is in desperate need of a higher-paying job to clear off her mother's debts. Opportunity comes knocking when she successfully applies for work in a richer household, the Conners. But life soon takes a turn when Layla finds out that there is no such household, and instead of working as a maid, she is now a slave to Michael Specter, a billionaire with a twisted mind. Layla’s eyes turned red, shoulders trembling, her soul wanting to reach out to her mom but alas… There was no way out, as she was already locked in the room, succumbing to the fears that didn’t feel very distant; She had gone through the same not long before. The agreement papers turned her body cold. Sometimes the worst seems best and there’s no end to the misery days; The one who avenges, the one who endures remains true to their valor. ‘Rule No. 1: Tending to your Master’s needs should be your top priority. Failing to do so, he can punish you however he pleases.’ ‘However, he pleases? What he’s gonna do to me?’ She mused and felt her heart sinking to the bottom of her chest. ‘Rule No. 2: You cannot say ‘no’ or oppose your Master’s orders.’ ‘Rule No. 3: You’re free to wear clothes of your choice… However, he can make you change it if he wants.’ ‘Rule No. 4: You are not allowed to step outside of the property.’ . . . Excerpt: “Ac-Actually I’m sleepy and I spent my day working for the household… Umm… Master, can I ask you something?” “Go ahead.” “I left my mom back home and I took this offer just to meet the debts… So will you pay me the said amount if I listen to your needs?” She asked in her feeble voice. “Needs Hmm… How about you strip off right now and lie down on the bed?” “What?” She exclaimed in horror. “You heard me,” he sounded dead serious. Layla gulped down the heavy lump that she had been holding for quite some time. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ***NOTE*** The cover isn’t mine. Full credit goes to Author Hansora :) PEN-NAME: hansora. Please don’t use it.

Nineteen-year-old Haruki Takashi is just a student at a college in Tokyo—granted a smart one. But Haruki hides his thoughts and real thinking behind his face that look like BORED every time. He harbours a disturbed past, and a flooded mind that is too loud for any internal peace. He thinks there is hope and love but for him no hope, no connection, and no love. He trusts only his logic and loneliness but he know that emotions what make A human to A human. But when a project groups him with the most motivated student in college, and her mixed group of friends, a newly determined girl who smiles even through pain, Haruki encounters the one thing he has never wanted to face—people. This is not a story about healing or saving someone. This is about broken people trying to not hurt one another. And maybe, just maybe, discovering what love really is.

Title: Bound by Blood, Burned by Love When bold, street-smart journalist Ariella Cruz uncovers a lead on one of the most powerful crime families in New York, she dives headfirst into a story that could make her career—or end her life. Dante Moretti, heir to the ruthless Moretti syndicate, is used to handling threats with blood and silence. But when Ariella crashes into his world, something in her makes him hesitate. And in his world, hesitation is deadly. As desire ignites and secrets spiral, their hearts and lives hang in the balance. In a world where loyalty is everything and love is a liability, can they survive each other… or are they bound to burn?

Clyde crimson, the second son of crimson family. He is totally obsessed with crossdressing he loves dressing like a girl and now it's has become a habit for him. He is from a middle class family whose father seems to care less about the family. After writing a scholarship for the most famous high school in the city, Paradise star High. He got to meet the most annoying person he had ever seen. Been dressed like a girl, the students considers him a girl. Xander Clark, a totally playboy. He is well known in Paradise star High. He get to do as he pleases and fucks as he likes. He is from a wealthy family, being part of one of the most wealthiest in Paradise star High. What happens when this two meets, what will happen between them. a crossdresser and a Playboy.

Victoria Blackwood is a ruthless CEO with no time for mistakes—until her fiancé’s betrayal forces her to burn everything down. The fallout draws in Damien Laurent, her powerful ex and a presumed-infertile billionaire who knows she’s carrying his child. They strike a high-stakes alliance to control the narrative and protect their empires. But when media mogul Eden Rothschild launches a PR war to ruin Victoria’s name, secrets surface, loyalties fracture, and every move becomes a calculated risk. Set in Manhattan’s elite towers and woven with hidden surveillance, By Mutual Destruction is a thriller-romance where power is performance, love is leverage, and the most dangerous lies are the ones we tell ourselves.

Damien Blackwood is a billionaire by day, and a deadly assassin by night. By the world’s eyes, he’s the flawless CEO of Blackwood Corporation—ruthless in the boardroom and untouchable in public. But in the shadows, he eliminates the corrupt elite under the codename “Nyx,” a ghost feared even by criminals. When Elara Vance, a relentless investigative journalist, begins hunting down her brother’s killer, her path collides with Damien’s. Sparks fly. Lies twist. And a dangerous attraction grows. As she gets closer to the truth, Damien must choose: protect the woman who could expose him... or kill her before she destroys everything. What happens when justice falls in love with a killer? ---

“This weak, pathetic omega thought she could be my mate and my Luna.” He paused, letting everyone feel his disgust. “She cried for attention, and begged for my cock, and whispered sweet things into my ears. But she is worthless. She has no strength. No pride. No grace. She is just an empty whore.” The crowd gasped, some nodded. Their eyes followed his every word. My legs turned weak as I felt flooded with helplessness. He looked down at me like I was a bug and said. “Aria Blake. Mate of the Alpha no more. You mean nothing to me. Tonight, I cast you out.” **** Aria Blake was the quiet omega everyone ignored, the one no one thought would ever matter. So when she discovered her fated mate was Jaxon Storm, the cold and powerful Alpha of the West, she believed her life was finally about to change. She was wrong. Jaxon crushed her hope, humiliated her, and cast her out without a second thought. Heartbroken and alone, Aria fled into the dark forest. She thought she’d lost everything—until she learned she was carrying his child. Hunted and terrified, Aria tried to disappear. But fate wasn’t finished. Four powerful Alphas found her. Each one protected her. Each one awakened something inside her. And each one turned out to be her second chance mates. Not just one. Not two. But four. Now, Aria is no longer the weak girl they once overlooked. She's a mother to be, a Luna in the making, and a storm the Alphas never saw coming. And when Jaxon comes back to claim what he threw away, he’ll learn the hard way that you don’t cast aside a queen and expect her to stay down.

She gave him her heart, he gave her heartbreak. Abandoned on their engagement day and left to raise her child in secret, Evelyn Grey vanished. But five years later, she returns – no longer a naive girl, but a powerful, stunning woman. Her new job? working under Michael Carter – the man who broke her . He doesn't recognize her. But she remembers everything. This time, she's not here for love. she's here to rise... and make him regret ever letting her go. A story of revenge, romance, and redemption. For fans of strong heroines, cold CEOs, and second chances.

"In a world where love has lost its meaning, the gods chose them to remind humanity what true love really is." She’s a simple, soulful girl from a struggling family. He’s a cold-hearted heir to a wealthy empire. Their families are enemies. Their worlds are different. But fate has its own plan. Bound by the red string of destiny, they are chosen by the divine to journey through seven lifetimes, each designed to test one of the sacred seven vows of marriage — promises that modern society has forgotten. In every life, they must fight pain, betrayal, distance, and death… only to find each other again. From ancient temples to modern cities, from royal courts to warzones, their souls collide again and again, proving that true love transcends time, ego, and even lifetimes. But in their final life — the world’s most corrupted and loveless era — can they still remember the promises they once made? Or will they lose their last chance at eternal love? A mythological romance across time.

Roy Sinha, a 29 years old adult was killed by his own family and got reincarnated in an another world filled with supernatural elements as Kaito Tenma. The world is divided into 10 great nations. As Kaito continues his journey in the new world he uncovered and mysteries and secrets. On the other hand a secret organization ins collecting the strongest beasts in the world to recreate the forbidden elemental power 'Paradox' to create balance in the world due to it's corruption, wars and innocent people dying without any reason. Follow Kaito and his friends to uncover more mysteries, secrets and stop the organization.

Coming back to her family after staying abroad for many years she receives the shocking news from her mother that is going to change her life! He was leading a pretty comfortable life with a pretty successful career as an idol but one morning his mother threw a hot potato in his hands to handle! The only comfort in this turmoil is that they once knew each other *** The second book of the series: 'Runaway Rich Guy's Love Endeavour' The third book of the series: 'Chance Encounter (love at first sight)'

[Ugly-duckling Transformation, weak to strong] The destitute young miss of the Ling family was weak, had lowly qualifications, was ugly and frequently bullied. In the end, she was pushed into the freezing river by her so-called love rival. However, when she opened her eyes once again, her gaze was cold yet captivating! Everything had changed drastically! When her ugly looks faded, she became a peerless beauty. When she displayed her graceful bearing and talent, it was blinding and earth-shattering! I'm a foodie and I'm proud of it. I have a venomous tongue to infuriate people to death, but I won’t compensate with my life. All the handsome men would give their all just to make her smile, which provoked his desire to dominate and possess her. However, in the end, was it him who dominated her…