Maximum Ride By James Patterson

A one night stand was supposed to be just that-one night. No strings,no complications. But for Ellis Arroyo, that night marks the beginning of something he never saw coming. As a bartender in Miami, Ellis is used to charming customers but nothing could have prepared him for Alexander 'Alex' Del Montiez - the cold, ruthless heir to one of the most powerful Mafia families. Their night together should have ended at sunrise,but Alex doesn't let go of things he wants and right now,he wants Ellis- body, heart and soul. What starts as a fiery passion soon turned into something darker.Alex is possessive, controlling and terrifyingly intense. He's world is dangerous, filled with secrets, violence and power struggles that threaten to swallow Ellis whole. And yet against all he's his logic, Ellis can't seem to stay away. William "Willy" Del Montiez - Alex's older brother - has spent years hiding he's feelings for Ellis. Unlike Alex,Willy is warm,steady and everything Ellis should want. But choosing him would mean betraying the most feared man in Miami - his own brother. Then there's Rodrigo Gonzalez - cunning, lethal and utterly obsessed,the Cartel leader has never forgiven Alex for taking Ellis away from him now he's back to claim what he believes is his no matter the cost. Ellis never wanted be caught in the middle of a war between dangerous men but it's too late to run.Love, obsession and power collide in a deadly game where the price is he's heart or maybe he's life. Find out in this thrilling story- DESIRED BY MANY: OWNED BY HIM

It wasn't just monsters that came out when the rifts tore through Earth; they also brought out something deep inside people. The dormant bloodlines of the Olympian gods surged to life, bestowing descendants with extraordinary powers tied to their divine ancestor. Those picked by the gods—or cursed by them—are the only ones who can save humanity. Ethan Cole is a quiet, sixteen-year-old descendant of Apollo.

“P-please let me go..” I stammered and before I knew it, I was word vomiting while crying. “—I won’t return. You won’t ever see me again. I know you don’t want me as a mate. You hate me, so please let me go.” I cried out. Cain’s jaw tightened with each word that left my lips “What gave you the idea that you have the power to choose what you want?” His voice was low, “You don’t get to decide what, how, and when you leave. Only I get to do that. You don’t get to leave me, you don’t get to run! You only leave when I want you to.” "I didn’t ask for this,” I whispered, trembling. “I didn’t ask to be your mate.” Cain stepped back, “Neither did I,” he muttered under his breath. “But the bond doesn’t give us a choice, does it?” ~~~~ As the only child of her late Alpha father, Avery Jae was meant to inherit her family’s legacy. But on the day of her arranged marriage to Alpha Lucian, her world crumbles. Rejected, humiliated, and cast aside for her own cousin, Avery barely escapes with her life only to find out a much deeper secret. One that changes everything. When Avery awakens, she finds herself in a foreign land, caught by the ruthless guards of the Vehiron pack, led by the infamous Alpha Cain. Tall, broad and as dangerous as the army he commands. Alpha Cain has a reputation that sends chills down the spine of even the most dangerous warriors. Haunted by his dark past, he has vowed never to take a mate, yet the moment he lays eyes on Avery, everything changes. With a single word, Avery is bound to Cain—whether he wants it or not. In a world where betrayal runs deep, can Avery ever trust the alpha who might just be her worst enemy.

[WARNING: THIS IS A DARK ROMANCE SO IT HAS MATURE CONTENT] ♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤ Sophia thought she had escaped her reckless past. Leaving behind wild nights and meaningless hookups, she was finally focused on her studies, determined to build a future for herself. But no matter how much she tried to move forward, she couldn’t shake the unsettling feeling that someone was always watching. Matteo had been watching Sophia for months. The heir to a powerful mafia empire, he was used to taking what he wanted, and what he wanted was her. She had been a fleeting temptation, a girl who once lived freely, but she had no idea that her past had tied her to him in ways she couldn’t even begin to understand. When strange things start happening—her door left unlocked, gifts in her room that were never there, shadows lurking where there shouldn’t be—Sophia’s fear grows. But when Matteo finally steps out of the shadows and into her life, the fear turns into something far more dangerous: fascination. He’s dark, possessive, and utterly obsessed. He claims she belongs to him. And worst of all? A part of her doesn’t want to run. As Sophia fights the undeniable pull between them, secrets begin to unravel. The more she learns about Matteo’s world, the more she realizes she might not be as innocent as she thought. And when the line between love and obsession blurs, she’s faced with a terrifying question—has she fallen for the monster in the dark, or was she always meant to be his? In a world of crime, power, and dangerous devotion, can love truly conquer all? Or will Sophia lose herself to the man who has been watching her from the very beginning?

Betrayed by her mate, Justina runs away for a fresh start and discovers she is pregnant, but then her mother who had abandoned her shows up unexpectedly promising her a glamorous life. Confused and torn, she agrees and returns to the pack glamorous. She discovers her mate didn't abandon her because he wanted to, but to protect her. Justina's second chance mate arrived as a savior but unfortunately turned out to be the monster behind her problems. Justina discovers that everyone she trusts is all after one thing. Now there is only one person who can help her but will he agree to it?

Damien's life was ruined two decades ago by betrayal: his dearest friend Ethan and sister Serena betrayed him, leaving him impoverished and broken. Damien was consumed by vengeance and spent years rebuilding his kingdom, preparing to strike revenge. His plan is now being carried out: he sends his son Nate to seduce Ethan's daughter Evangeline, with the intention of breaking her heart and destroying her family. But as old secrets resurface, Nate discovers harsh facts about his father's betrayals, compelling him to doubt everything. Meanwhile, a shadow from Damien and Ethan's past, James, reappears with his own passion for vengeance, threatening to destroy both families. Betrayal by Love is a compelling story about love, vengeance, and the deadly consequences of justice.

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[MATURE CONTENT] Abigail Snow accidentally caught her fiancé being intimate with her sister. She learned that her fiancé had only used her to advance his business and had never truly loved her. Heartbroken, Abigail called off the engagement and left everything behind to start a new life with nothing. At her lowest point, she met Sawyer, a hidden tycoon who helped her rebuild her life and seek justice against those who made her suffer. As Abigail begins to fall in love with Sawyer, his childhood sweetheart reappears, causing doubt and confusion for her. *** Excerpt: Whoever this man was, he was her savior. If he hadn’t held her hand and pulled her, she might have become dead meat and gone straight to the afterlife. "Thank you so much, good sir," Abigail said softly as she finally looked up to see him. Abigail was stunned. "But I'm not planning to commit suicide. I tripped over my own feet,” she continued, avoiding eye contact. She stared at his chest—her line of sight only reaching his sturdy chest. “It sounds better to hear that, Miss. Because I don’t want to go to the police station to become a witness, or they might wrongly accuse me as a suspect,” he said with a sarcastic tone that caused Abigail to stifle a laugh. "Sir, I’m so grateful you helped me. You are my savior. I owe you my life—" Abigail paused, taken aback by her own words. How could she make such a deep vow to this man!? This man might take advantage of her if he was a bad person. Right? "Alright, young lady, you’re supposed to release your tight embrace on me. You’re safe now." Abigail was utterly shocked to hear his words. She only realized she was still in his arms, her hands tightly wrapped around his waist, and her entire body pressed against him. They were so close—close enough to hear his loud heartbeat. She quickly took a few steps back. _____ Author Novel: 1. DAMN! I FALL IN LOVE WITH HIM (Completed) 2. The Bride Of Immortal Crown Prince (Completed) 3. Rebirth: Dancing In My Destiny (Completed) 4. The Billionaire's Genius Wife (Completed) 5. Rebirth As The Vampire Lord's Wife (Completed) 6. My Billionaire Ex-Husband Chase Me Back (Completed) 7. Betrayed by Fiance, Embraced by Hidden Tycoon (Serializing) _____ How to contact me: >> Instagram account: authorpurplelight >> FB Page: Author_Purplelight >> Join my Discord Server: https://bit.ly/purplelightserver _____ Notes: The book cover belongs to the author. Please don't reuse it!

Clara, upon dying, found herself lying in an unfamiliar bed within an unfamiliar room, with lots of unfamiliar faces greeting her, being addressed as someone who is very important in a whole nation. Only to found out that she have entered the book she used to read when she was in her previous world. And not just that, but as someone who is fated to die and kill herself because of her family's ill treatment towards her! However, as she live with her family, she realizes something...that the things that are happening with her current life is completely different from the book! How is she going to live in that world not knowing what's going to happen next?! •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Hii! Cat here! I just want to tell everyone that English is not my first language, so my choice of words may not be related to what I'm trying to imply. But, I'm sure that I'll get better as I continue writing this story. Please bear with me! By the way, the image on the book cover is not mine and I only found it from Pinterest! If the owner wants me to take it down, please notify me and I'd gladly obey! Additionally, the setting of my story is not placed in Earth but in a different world, only thought of and created by my little brain. Everything about this universe will be explained as the story goes by, so please look forward to it! Thank you! - cathcatya

Amara Kingsley has until midnight to save her future. Facing her family’s ultimatum to marry or lose everything, she makes a desperate move—proposing a deal to the one man no one would expect: Ronan Blackwood, her family’s greatest rival. Ruthless, enigmatic, and dangerously alluring, Ronan agrees to her terms, but his conditions are as binding as the vows they’ll exchange. What starts as a fake marriage for convenience quickly spirals into a game of power, secrets, and undeniable attraction. As Amara steps into Ronan’s world of wealth and deception, she realizes that he may hold the key to her freedom—or her downfall. When midnight strikes, will their fragile alliance unravel, or will they discover that love might be the most dangerous gamble of all?

Kai's life has been nothing short of brutal ever since his parents were killed. It's a life filled with constant torture and forced labor while constantly being ridiculed. He can no longer handle it... until one day he doesn't have to, Kai dies and much to his surprise he's been given a second chance at life after being reincarnated into a new magic filled world. Will he use this as a chance to live the life his parents always wanted him to live? or does fate have something else in store for Kai?

Two young hearts with contradicting feelings meet, will the heart of love win against lust?

Ellie Bennett has never backed down from a challenge. When she inherits her late uncle’s failing cattle ranch in the rugged Texas Hill Country, she’s determined to rebuild it from the ground up—despite knowing next to nothing about ranching. But her plans hit a snag in the form of Wyatt Callahan, her surly and stubborn neighbor who’s determined to see her fail. Wyatt has spent years nursing a grudge against Ellie’s family, and her arrival only reignites his anger. The land she now owns was supposed to be his, and he’s not about to let a city girl with no experience ruin what little peace he’s carved out for himself. Their heated confrontations spark more than anger, and as crises force them to work together, Ellie and Wyatt realize the line between enemies and something more is razor-thin. With past grudges, family secrets, and Wildwood’s very future hanging in the balance, Ellie and Wyatt must decide whether they’ll fight for their land—or their hearts.

La mente es un mundo completamente diferente a lo que podemos ver, nos hace pensar, crear, vivir, pero tiene un lado oscuro y es que nos puede engañar, hacernos creer en lo inexistente, nos hace crear ilusiones que nos pueden destruir de manera tan cruel nuestro corazón, así como la realidad destruye nuestros sueños. La trama gira en torno a Laura Christina Truinstra Lostwood, una chica de 19 años con un pasado tan oscuro como una noche sin estrellas. Su vida da un giro inesperado cuando se encuentra con Erick Vries Janssen, una criatura que alguna vez creyó inexistente. No solo este encuentro altera su percepción de la realidad, sino que también pone en marcha una serie de eventos que involucran a sus amigos más cercanos. A medida que se enredan en una red de secretos, se ven expuestos bajo la luz de la luna roja. Si tienes curiosidad por explorar las vueltas y revueltas que darán forma a la vida de nuestra protagonista, ¡mantente atento y descubre los intrigantes escenarios que te esperan en esta cautivadora novela web! By: Yileidi Pinales Ig: @551_cccy

Laila Saleem, a 22 year old medical student is blown away when the same man she saved just weeks ago asks for a marriage proposal! ...... "Here, sign this contract and for the next 365 days, you'd be my legal wife". He said in a stern yet sharp tone as he handed me the documents. I slowly collected the file from him and began looking through it. 'Did I really want to be his wife?' I asked myself once more before shaking the thought away. 'You know why you're doing this'. I said to myself before picking up the pen on the table. "I'm sure you know why I'm doing this". I said, my eyes still fixated on the file as I built up the courage to sign it. "And I'm sure you too know why I'm doing this". .......... Some may call it tragedy, some may call it romance and some may even call it mystery. But don't miss the intriguing tale of Laila's story.

The story alternates between Sera’s current life as a budding herbalist in a peaceful village and flashbacks to her past life as a warrior princess. As Sera begins to recover her memories, she reunites with Kael, who has spent centuries waiting for her return. Together, they must unravel the mystery of her death, uncover the truth behind Eryndor’s betrayal, and prevent history from repeating itself.

In a world where love and blood intertwine, Isabella’s heart is torn between a forbidden love and a haunting legacy she cannot escape. When she falls for Erik, a mysterious and dangerously alluring man, she discovers he is part of an ancient bloodline with secrets that could shatter everything she thought she knew. As passion ignites, betrayal lurks in the shadows, and the lines between love, loyalty, and survival begin to blur. Caught between the ties of love and the demands of blood, Isabella must navigate a treacherous path that could either save or destroy them both. ---

Whimsical Author. Don't expect anything. DROPPED.

Nora is a young slave girl who has spent her entire life serving the wealthy Clinton family. From a tender age, she has learned to be invisible—a "nobody" in the eyes of the world, existing only to serve and obey. Yet, as she grows older, Nora begins to question the life of servitude she’s been born into. She dreams of a life where she is her own master, free from the cruel control of her owners. But freedom seems like an impossible dream. The Clintons rule their household with an iron fist, especially Mrs. Clinton, who harbors dark secrets behind the walls of her grand home. The strange behavior of other slaves, especially Mary, raises Nora's suspicions about what truly happens in the dead of night. Meanwhile, Mr. Clinton’s unsettling interest in Nora adds to her sense of fear and foreboding. As Nora navigates the dangerous landscape of being a slave, she makes mistakes, forms relationships, and begins to understand the complexities of power, trust, and survival. The path to freedom is treacherous, but Nora is determined to rise above her circumstances and become someone—not just another forgotten soul in a world that treats her like nothing. "Nobody" is the story of Nora’s journey from powerlessness to independence. As she grows in strength and confidence, she learns that freedom comes with a price.

In a world governed by dynamics of Alphas, Betas, and Omegas, 25-year-old Kian Vale, a fiercely independent Omega, has always lived by one rule: never depend on anyone but himself. Tired of the relentless cycles of his heat, Kian has mastered the art of enduring it alone. Working as a marketing strategist at a prestigious firm, he thrives on logic, discipline, and control. But when his carefully constructed world shatters during an unexpected heat at the office, everything changes. Enter Adrian Blackwell, his cold, dominant Alpha superior who seems to exude power with every step. When Kian’s heat spirals out of control, Adrian intervenes, igniting a relationship that is as consuming as it is destructive. With a toxic blend of passion, possessiveness, and manipulation, their connection tests the limits of desire and control. As Kian wrestles with his growing dependency on Adrian and the darker sides of their dynamic, he must ask himself: Is he willing to lose himself entirely for love, or can he reclaim his independence without losing the bond they share?

James Brown as a civilian: A former soldier who was once a pillar of courage and integrity. With his undying loyalty to his people, he served as a savior on the battlefield, protecting lives and earning the trust of his peers. But his rock-solid morality made him enemies at high levels. James, falsely accused and dishonorably discharged, gray in a world that no longer valued his principles and cast out. Genuine examples of forgiveness come in the form of beautiful and sometimes comedy inflected exchanges as James acclimates to life as a civilian with the help of Sarah, one of his former savees from a peacekeeping mission who becomes his unlikely rock. Thankful for his past deeds, Sarah sticks by James as he wades through the danger of his losing his way. But James’s life takes a much darker turn when he discovers a powerful and shadowy syndicate behind the conspiracy that ruined his career. A secret group of corrupt elites known as "the syndicate" operatives the city from the shadows, controlling law enforcement personnel, the politicians, and information. Looking to protect their carefully designed web of lies, they consider James a threat, one that needs to be taken care of. Now with Sarah by his side, James starts a dogged quest for the truth, unraveling layer upon layer of the syndicate’s secrets. Along the way, they are joined by Hassan, James’s faithful boon companion, and Lina, a former intelligence officer who has her own vendetta against the syndicate. They band together as an unlikely alliance to defeat a seemingly indestructible enemy. With the syndicate closing in, James and his allies must maneuver through a treacherous maze of betrayal, espionage, and high-stakes confrontations. From abandoned warehouses to clandestine server hubs, each step they take reveals the layers of the conspiracy—and brings them closer to danger. And nuance, the show reveals, can make all the difference when the stakes are much higher than they could have imagined and as they sift through the syndicate’s secrets. Synopsis: The Web Tightens The battle is no longer simply one of James’s redemption; it is a fight for justice, freedom and the soul of t Once, James Brown said, he was a courageous, ethical soldier become a civilian. He was loyal to a fault when it came to his people; He had saved lives as a soldier and earned the trust of the people around him. But his uncompromising sense of right and wrong earned him enemies in high places. Targeted with false accusations, dishonorably discharged, the army spat him out, leaving him to seek survival, in a world which no longer appreciated his values. As he settles into civilian life, James finds an unexpected supporter in Sarah, a young woman whose family he saved during a peacekeeping operation. Having been in awe of his past heroism, Sarah rediscovers him as a trusted companion through the treacherous aftermath of James' fall from grace. But James’s story darkens when he learns that a powerful and shadowy syndicate has orchestrated the conspiracy that ruined his career. Hidden syndicate of corrupt elites that manipulate the city from the shadows, controlling law enforcement people, politics and information flow. James is a risk to their Creep cannon, and so he must be removed. Sarah stirs him to seek the truth, and he embarks with her on an unrelenting campaign of discovery, peeling away tier after tier of the syndicate’s facade. Along the way, they are joined by Hassan, James’s loyal friend, and Lina, an ex-intelligence officer who has a vendetta of her own against the syndicate. They join forces in an unlikely alliance to defeat an unstoppable enemy. With the details of the syndicate's involvement becoming clearer, James and his allies find themselves in a deadly game of cat and mouse where every ally can be a potential enemy.

What would you do if you were framed for crimes that you did not commit? And if I told you, you were framed by the very people you spent your life protecting? Would you feel anger? Hatred? Have a strong desire for revenge? This is the situation Luthor Dawn found himself in. Hunted by his own kind he now lives in a remote forest, alone with no purpose in life other then dying in peace. But soon he will have an encounter that sets him on a path he never could have imagined himself taking. Hello! Author here! I would like to thank all of you who decided to try this novel! This is my first work so please don't hold anything back when you rate the series!

WSA 2023 entry. ON HIATUS - The writer is taking a break from this story. It is incomplete. Fiona never felt like she belonged to the modern day world. So when an enchanted gem sends her to another time and place, where vicious beasts and dragons lurk she has no trouble facing her new reality. What surprises her the most is that the devilishly handsome man she mistakes for a barbaric beast, is really a dragon knight, a hero and protector in this new world. Withdrawn from society, since a failed marraige and death of his wife, Tiamat had become a notorious recluse, showing interest in little besides his obession of owning his own keep and training the men necessary to retain and defend the castle. Then, while on one of his scouting missions he spots something glistening beneath the deep blue waters, he chances upon a breathtaking beauty dressed in clothes not from his world. Despite his suspicions, she awakens his lonely heart to desire a future he never thought could be his. A modern beauty and a mysterious dragon knight, Fiona and Tiamat are both trying to escape painful pasts, perhaps they can find redemption and love in each other's arms if their enemies don't kill them first.

Leered was part of the first generation of "Heroes", since it was his generation that learned to improve the new abilities and characteristics that had arrived to his world during the time known as "the new beginning". Portals and enormous power crystals had arrived on planet earth, which emanated certain energy with overwhelming force. These "convergences" affected the terrain and in turn gave way to the spontaneous transfer/creation of various creatures, places and abilities, to which magical explanations were given. While at first this chaos resulted in a world at war, little by little the abilities that had awakened in humans, the new intelligent races that arrived on the planet and the constant expansion of the terrain thanks to the portals, gave way to understanding between species. This led to the formation of the first generation of Heroes, elite units of each race, which were trained for combat against the beasts of the convergence and, in the beginning, the arrival of an era of peace, this organization and their summoned were known at the time as heroes. What differentiates a companion from a mere weapon, power, when you become so strong that those you considered brothers begin to see you as a threat to the point of betrayal something has to be done. What would you choose if given a new opportunity? Leered is faced with this question, a lifetime dedicated to conflict and duty, a lifetime lived in order to become stronger, when presented with the opportunity to move on and leave this behind, will he choose to start over or will he seek answers?

"Have You Ever Wondered What Would Happen If You Transmigrated to a Cultivation World?" For Lin Fan, the answer is chaos—especially when he finds himself in the body of a powerful Saintess! But that’s not all: the Saintess has taken over his body in the modern world. With their lives swapped and worlds turned upside down.

A random story which doesn't really follow one specific plot, might also not follow a time frame but I don't know Chapter Length will be around 100-200 words, ideally around 150, I will try to upload content daily, if not, I will try to catch up to the chapter count of I had done so If there is any questions suggestions for the novels content please put it in the end of vol chapters I kind of forgot what else I wanted to add to the synopsis, sooo uhhhhhh, comment a suggestion with what to replace this section with??

Elena had always believed in the promises of love and destiny. For years, she dreamed of the day the Moon Goddess would bless her and Lucas, her childhood sweetheart, as fated mates. But on Lucas’s 18th birthday, the truth shattered her world—his fated mate was none other than her best friend, Mira. Their love was a lie, and their betrayal cut deeper than any wound. Heartbroken and humiliated, Elena flees her pack, determined to leave her past behind. But her escape takes a dangerous turn when she crosses into the territory of an enemy pack—a place ruled by the ruthless and enigmatic Alpha Damon. Known for his cold heart and iron rule, Damon is the last person Elena expects to find solace with. To her surprise, Damon spares her life, sensing there’s more to the broken girl than meets the eye. As she struggles to navigate this hostile new world, Elena must confront her fears, find her strength, and uncover the hidden truths that surround her. But Damon has secrets of his own, and their fates may be more intertwined than either of them could have imagined. In a world where destiny is everything, Elena’s journey proves that betrayal doesn’t mark the end—it’s only the beginning. Will Elena find the strength to reclaim her power and forge a new path, or will the ghosts of her past consume her forever?

Leered fue parte de la primera generación de “Héroes”, pues fue su generación la que aprendió a mejorar las nuevas habilidades y características que habían llegado a su mundo durante la época conocida como “el nuevo inicio”. Al planeta tierra habían llegado portales y enormes cristales de poder, los cuales emanaba con una fuerza arrolladora cierta energía. Estas “convergencias” afectaron el terreno y a su vez dieron paso al traslado/creación espontánea de diversas criaturas, lugares y habilidades, a las cuales se les dieron explicaciones mágicas. Si bien en un principio este caos dio como resultado un mundo en guerra, poco a poco las habilidades que habían despertado en los humanos, las nuevas razas inteligentes que llegaron al planeta y la constante expansión del terreno gracias a los portales, dieron paso al entendimiento entre las especies. Esto llevó a la formación de la primera generación de Héroes, unidades de élite de cada raza, los cuales estaban entrenados para el combate contra las bestias de la convergencia y, en un principio, la llegada de una época de paz, a esta organización y a sus convocados se les conoció en su momento como héroes. ¿Que diferencia a un compañero de una simple arma?, el poder, cuando te vuelves tan fuerte que aquellos que consideraste hermanos empiezan a verte como una amenaza al punto de llegar a la traición. ¿Qué elegirías si se te da una nueva oportunidad? Leered se enfrenta a esta pregunta, toda una vida dedicada al conflicto y el deber, toda una vida vivida con el fin de volverse más fuerte, cuando se le presenta la oportunidad de seguir y dejar esto atrás, ¿elegirá comenzar de nuevo o buscará respuestas?

Loved by Logan Maverick, who is seven years younger than her, Grace finds it hard to accept his love—especially since she has been married before, while Logan is a rising model in the spotlight. However, as time passes and Logan’s persistence grows, her heart softens, and she begins to see him as her last hope. Insecurity constantly plagues her, particularly since Logan is a famous model with many fans and always pursued by paparazzi. She tries to distance herself multiple times, but Logan holds her back, even making their relationship public, leaving her with no way to escape. Yet, this only brings her waves of criticism from Logan’s fan, who mock her for her age and social status. On top of that, she must deal with Logan's childish, emotional, mischievous, and selfish behavior, making the relationship feel toxic. Will she be able to endure? Or will Logan keep holding on to her? Will his reckless behavior drive Grace away in the end?