Diane Downs

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

Miyagi Kyo, a 30-year-old virgin, saves a child from a truck and wins the goddess's favor. Reborn as a dashing high school student in a world with a staggering 1:30 male to female ratio, he is suddenly surrounded by stunning girls—his blonde yankee neighbor, the diligent class president, and more. With a heart full of excitement, Miyagi dives into his exhilarating second life! _____________________________________________________________ Gain access to more chapters and help me purchase more character pictures by supporting my Patreon! p@treon.c0m/AlwaysWantedSupport

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

Discover the life of Luna as a Taurus, facing the ups and downs, trying to maintain a degree and at the same time fixing her problem will she overcome her obstacles and be the better version of herself? Find out in Luna's life as a Taurus ♉

Augustus, a young boy born in a loving family, navigating his ways throughout this life while facing the ups and downs only to carry out the ultimate purpose of facing the impossible in the near future, he is chosen for. #fantasy #action #romance #reincarnation email : singhtasorav@gmail.com

This story follows the lives of four youngsters as they navigate the ups and downs of life in pursuit of their dream to become renowned martial artists. Some are naturally talented, some work tirelessly, one comes from a lineage of great fighters, and another carries the dream of his older brother. Will they be able to achieve the dream they long for?

(Warning!) This book does contain Sex, Sex Abuse, Murder, and bl and gl context. Read at your own discretion This Story Follows a woman who has gone through a tragic past in her previous life, starting a new she possesses a Fox Princess who had also had gone through a story of her own. though along the way in her new life, she decides she wants to help those in a reflection to herself. because she had suffered and was shown unconditional kindness when she came to the new world, she too wants to repay the same kindess in her new life. as she adjusts, she still reflects on parts of her old life and when she meets her love interests and who had similar tragic life experiences. together they begin to truly understand what love and begin to heal together.

"How can a person plan to go through history when 35 of their books were all rejected?" Well, that's Manon, a teenager with the wildest imagination. Manon had only one wish. She made that wish every single day, but nothing happened until the necklace entered her life. "Where am I?" "Good afternoon, Miss Manon. How was your day?" Manon's eyes were wide open. "Are you my necklace?" "Yes, I am, and you can talk." "Wow! Can I ask one last thing? Am I sleeping?" "No, you're not." Manon tried to faint, until she saw the necklace turn into something. "Are you a bunny now? How did you...?" "There's more where that came from," it replied. "And I will grant you each power to become the novelist who goes down in history. But you have to go through some processes." "What do you mean? What's with that mischievous smile you're having? I don't like it," Manon said, her eyebrows furrowed, her blue eyes looking at the bunny. Her eyes got even wider when it turned into a bird. "First, you go through relationships: have your first kiss, make out, then you unlock a new power to be able to write. The more levels you obtain, the bigger the price. Your reward for your next mission is Romance. You write to make people reading it feel like they are there." "What do you mean by 'making out'? Don't worry, in time you will learn. Trust me, it's going to be fun." "How can I trust a necklace that talks, turns into a rabbit, then a bird?" It looked at her. "Fair enough. So, are you ready to have your first mission? Look at your watch." "What watch?" Manon looked at her left hand. "Oh. How? Talking necklace, I'm not surprised for some reason." "First Mission: Fall in love and date the most famous and cutest guy in your high school." "What?!" How will Manon take this new mission? Stay tuned to know more missions she is going to entangle. Will Manon's quest for literary greatness lead her to immortality, or will the secrets she uncovers rewrite her destiny in ways she never expected?

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

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

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

This is the life story of two clueless girls. A nameless maid knight and an indulgent princess. Pursuing their God-given destiny just like the other. Be brave yet so foolish. Be decisive yet so naive. It's their own thorny alley of fate into the brightest sunset of the end. Together they walk into the unknown path of life, either on their past, present or even future. May God be with them in every step and action. Protect them and their friends through the ups and downs of life.

Thousands of worlds, the strong are like forests.  A generation of fairy king Muyun, reborn into a bullied bastard, vowed to stir the situation and return to the top.   Who will compete in the boundless universe? Heavens and worlds, my lord ups and downs!  In this life, Mu Yun is destined to control the world and fight through the sky! See the endless adventure of Mu yun ,discovering secrets behund his birth his parents with beauties beside him --A/N-- this novel starts from the current episode of donghua ep 60 which ia equal to novel ch 109

"ONE LOVE" tells the enchanting tale of Noah and Emma, two souls who cross paths on a seemingly ordinary day, only to find themselves inexplicably drawn to each other. Set against the backdrop of a bustling city, their journey explores the magic of fate and the undeniable connection that binds them. As they navigate the ups and downs of new love, Noah and Emma discover that sometimes, the most beautiful things in life happen when you least expect them.

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

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

Selwyn Carter, a reserved and sharp-witted student at the prestigious Ashford University, navigates the trials of academia, friendships, and personal growth while grappling with the shadows of his past. Alongside his loyal friends—Jason, Sofia, and Raven—he faces not only the pressures of college life but also the relentless taunts of Ethan Ford, a bully with his own insecurities. As secrets unfold and relationships deepen, Selwyn must confront his fears, reconcile his growing feelings for Raven, and uncover the strength within to stand tall against the challenges that threaten to define him.

A girl who tended horses went through many ups and downs and finally found the coolest creature in the world and became good friends with it. Later, she lived a happy life with her family, friends, and the creature's companions, of course, most importantly, with the creature. This story is a bit fantastical and has some strange plots. People who don't like this kind of story should read it with caution.

'And yet, there was one thing she would claim. She would go by the name NEPHELI.' Nepheli never imagined she would reincarnate into one of those cliche novels that many of us have read, and begrudgingly loved. This is a story with ups and downs, mystery, love, betrayal, and most importantly- POWER. ALSO POSTED ON WATTPAD

In the snow-kissed town of Evergreen, heartbroken Eliza Harper finds love in the unlikeliest of places. When Finn, a charming stranger, accidentally hits her with a snowball, their connection sparks a winter wonderland romance. As they explore the picturesque town, laughter and adventure reignite Eliza's passion for life. But with Finn's departure looming, they must confront the reality of their long-distance relationship. Will Eliza risk her heart again, or will fear hold her back? Dive into this enchanting tale of love, vulnerability, and the promise of spring, where the seasons of life mirror the ebbs and flows of the heart."

In Deep Down Your Black Heart, step into a world where the boundaries between reality and imagination blur, and the darkest corners of the human psyche come alive. Inspired by the gripping reality of maladaptive daydreaming, this novel weaves a tale of haunting self-reflection, survival, and the unrelenting pull of power and consequence. Follow Hound, a deeply conflicted man gifted—and cursed—with the ability to glimpse fractured visions of the future. As his transformations ravage his body and psyche, Hound navigates a dystopian world of deceit, betrayal, and survival. Driven by guilt over a horrific act against his closest friend, Hound teeters on the edge of madness, his silver eyes reflecting not just his powers but the unrelenting weight of his past. From the brutal trenches of Rivermirror to the guarded halls of River’s elite, Hound’s journey unfolds amidst chaos, betrayal, and unshakable loyalty to his fractured sense of justice. Encounters with characters like the dangerously playful Argent, whose silver hair is as sharp as her wit, and Emily, a woman caught between privilege and survival, challenge Hound’s morality and force him to confront the truths of his own fractured humanity. Exploring the cost of power, the limits of forgiveness, and the chilling effects of unchecked ambition, Through the Deep Down Your Black Heart is a deeply psychological journey through a dystopian world where every choice ripples with devastating consequences. Perfect for readers of dark fantasy and psychological thrillers, this novel delivers a raw, unflinching exploration of what it means to be human when humanity itself hangs in the balance

The Hitman, Kintu Backah Agure undergoes a series of life-changing occurrences. Would he give up on living or will he stay?

Life is full of up's and downs, hero's teach us to never give up when life gives us the harshest treatment Villain's also tell us to never give up because of their dream and revenge But a normal person isn't a hero or villain so they can give up, right? Well what will happen when you give up on life thinking you're pathetic but it was only the beginning... Of so much more

In this world women are worshiped as gods due to a lack of females, they are prioritized above all else. Men take care of everything but without females, they will die out. Females are spoiled and selfish and care only about themselves. Lyria was born special and sees the world differently. After her family is murdered she sets out on her own and finds an isolated village in the middle of the woods. With her knowledge of a past life, she slowly changes things in the world of beasts. Follow Lyria on her quest and enjoy the ups and downs of life with her.

When we struggle to drive towards achieving the things of this world without proper planning, these things eventually drive us crazy. "...and he that hasteth with his feet sinneth. (Proverbs 19:2)"

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

He was once a king from another world but committed suicide because he got everything money, power, people, then realized there was something he didn't get, Love, So he swore from this day on he would protect his loved ones, But someone or something is getting in the way

When Reese moves to Ridgewood, a town near Illinois Chicago, she realises that the college life isn't all its been made up to be, she soon meets Cian and instantly dislikes him. With ups and downs and twists and turns, Reese's new life unfolds. However, would it be identical to the dream tapestry she had woven herself or would it be something entirely different that spirals out of her control? Find out in 'The Space Between Us'