Pushing Up Roses

In a world of nobility, secrets, and forbidden love, Juliette De Vervaine once lived a life that seemed perfect, surrounded by family, wealth, and affection. The daughter of a powerful Duke, her future was set—until tragedy struck. Her father’s untimely death at a young age shattered her sense of security, and the sudden loss of her beloved brother left her orphaned and vulnerable. With only her cruel uncle to turn to, Juliette’s once idyllic life spirals into darkness. At the age of fifteen, Juliette is forced into an arranged marriage with Henri de la Roche, a Marquess who seeks nothing more than to claim her inheritance and diminish her worth. But life with him is a never-ending nightmare of betrayal, manipulation, and cruelty. Stripped of her status and her dignity, Juliette finds herself a prisoner in her own home, abandoned by all but the cruelest of fates. Accused of a crime she didn’t commit—the poisoning of the royal family’s wine—Juliette’s life is torn from her. As she faces death at the hands of those who betrayed her, her soul is consumed by a burning thirst for vengeance. Yet fate is not done with her. In her final moments, she is sent back in time, given a second chance at life, and a new opportunity to rewrite her destiny. Armed with the knowledge of the past and the scars of her torment, Juliette embarks on a journey to seek revenge against those who wronged her, all while navigating the dangerous waters of forbidden alliances, secrets, and power. But the road to vengeance is fraught with peril, and Juliette soon discovers that the line between justice and cruelty is thinner than she ever imagined. As betrayals mount and hidden truths come to light, she must decide whether to embrace the darkness that calls to her or fight for a future shaped by something greater than revenge. In this world where trust is a fragile illusion, and love can be as dangerous as the deepest betrayal, Juliette must decide who she can trust, who she can love, and how far she is willing to go to reclaim what was stolen from her. A love as delicate as a rose, but thorns sharper than vengeance—Juliette’s story is one of passion, power, and the unrelenting pursuit of justice.

Hiro is a 16 year old boy who made friends with 12 female warriors that came from the past to the distant future, Hiro and his friends must help them over come the struggle of this new world and help them protect the world from the danger that's about to come

In the vibrant heart of Harlem, Maya, a talented journalist, balances her demanding career with the desire for something more. A chance encounter with Deja, a charismatic salon owner, ignites a conversation that challenges Maya's perspective and reveals a hidden ambition. "Concrete Roses" explores themes of female empowerment, self-belief, and the journey towards creating a life of purpose and fulfillment.

The light is here because the darkness exists. Just like that, the human realm exists because the demon realm is here. And in the great palace of the Blade Empire, a crown touches the peak of its glory before it falls from its grace. Lush Von Blade, the royal crown prince of one of the greatest Empire in the southern continent. He is loyal but betrayed. On the other hand, where even the Gods fear to set a foot on, a demon lord abides. His grace and cruelty have been unseen for centuries. He is the supremacy in the three realms. While Lush is the light, he is the darkness. Each exists because the other is here.

Unibook: Roses and Thorns – Just for Them In this vibrant and intimate project, each page is an invitation to explore the strength, vulnerability, and challenges of women, young ladies, or girls who take the lead in their own stories. Through short and fascinating narratives, readers will dive into a mosaic of emotions where female characters face their dilemmas, discover their inner strength, and leave indelible marks on the world around them. Creating or breaking passions, these stories unfold in a realm where monotony finds no place. But as with every blooming rose, thorns also have their role. Here, male interactions play a fundamental part in emotional development and story climaxes, bringing tension, complicity, and sometimes the most unexpected lessons. "Unibook: Roses and Thorns – Just for Them" is more than a title; it is a call to celebrate the complexity of human relationships, where femininity and masculinity intertwine to craft stories that captivate and provoke deep reflections. "Welcome to Unibook... A universe of stories that are not just about them, nor merely for them, but lovingly created with them – embracing everything they represent. Here, feminine strength integrates, acts, and shapes destiny with its unique essence. A world where no one, man or woman, could reach their full potential without the initial drive of this strength, this care, this devotion. A world that celebrates the thorns that protect and enhance the beauty of roses. After all, we are here, Just for Them."

"You're breathing," 'Is he crazy?' Liora thought. 'of course I breathe.' She rolled her eyes inwardly at his stupidity but didn't dare to show it to him. Caspian kept staring at her, making Liora uncomfortable. She pulled her hand away, attempting to free herself from his grasp, but Caspian tightened his hold. "I'm not finished yet," he said before opening the door. Dear readers, Thank you for visiting my novel. I truly hope you will enjoy reading the story the way I enjoyed writing it. This story will be updated five days a week, with one chapter released. This story takes place in the world of Cogalmatory, where an obsession with wealth drives the ruthless elites. Liora, coming from a common background, finds herself trapped in their dangerous games. As she witnesses betrayal and manipulation, revenge becomes her primary instinct. Liora Valentine- Revenge became the fire that fuelled every beat of my heart. But then you appeared like a whisper in the night. Can a heart torn by vengeance also deserve the sweet embrace of love? Who am I to you? A Doll or Poison Rose? Caspian Glacier- Let me show you a dance of words and gestures that will sweep you off your feet, leaving you enchanted and wanting more. Donovan Magnum- Money is the sweet symphony of power and influence. Rules? Mere toys for the strongest. Are you ready to play by my rules, or will you be swept away by my vast empire?

Lily Mason is a perfectionist who is determined to find the most compatible person for herself. Her plan to make a boy fall in love with her has failed for the first time, but she remains persistent in breaking more hearts until she finds the perfect match. However, what if one of her victims curses her to fall in love with the most incompatible person? Will Lily be forced to let go of all her standards and plans for the perfect life? Could she find herself falling helplessly in love one day?

When former lovers are brought together after years, their lives are now completely different and they live in an absolutely contrasting world- One is now a ruthless Mafia Boss while the other is a Special Forces Captain. * * * Alessio DeFazio is the ruthless Don of the DeFazio crime family. Once an average boy with many dreams; he is now a ruthless Mafia Boss who rules with an iron fist. Known for his ruthless yet intelligent methods, he is feared by the other crime families, and under his rule, the DeFazio crime family eventually rises to the top, making him the untouchable Boss of Bosses of the Mafia world. The Mafia King is bound to have many enemies and of course, those intelligence and special forces from many countries who are trying to get wind of him, and... she is among those who are eager to hunt him down. Captain Alora McLean of the Elentrus Army is someone who is more than devoted and sincere in her job. A carefree and kind soul; she always transforms into a tough perfectionist once she puts on her uniform. With her intelligence and mind-blowing merits under her belt, she is a model soldier whom everyone admired and look up to. However... Her life as a perfect Special Forces Captain starts to see a crack when an old flame reappears and shakes up her life. * A righteous soldier and someone who casually commit crimes. Nevertheless, they both find themselves struggling to stand firm in their principles when they shake up each other's lives after years, causing them to practically play a game of push and pull. In an intense battle between love and principles, what will prevail in the end? ---------- Note: All places, characters, incidents, and organizations in this novel are fictional. Disclaimer: I do not own the cover photo. It is uploaded from another source and all rights credited to the rightful owner...

In a world where vampires coexist with humans, a young girl named Layla, haunted by a traumatic past, makes a desperate decision: she offers to serve the influential vampire, Vaughn, in exchange for his protection of her beloved aunt. But as their complicated relationship unfolds, Layla finds herself caught in a forbidden love triangle between two vampire brothers, Vaughn and Draven, who both vie for her heart.

What will you do if you found out that all the stories you've wrote were actually your past life and that your life was swapped to someone after an accident when you were 6 years old? Pretty tough question, ey? Well this is exactly Ruenne Jean Devonshire's situation. For 10 years she's been living as Jade Salazar a young writer of dark romance stories. She later found out in a dream that real Jade had been trapped on another dimension in which she originally came from. Finally gaining back the life that she had lost, she started plotting her revenge for the people who caused her to transmigrate on Jade's body. Remembering her childhood fiancé who lured her into the woods, her stepbrother who beat her over and over then uses healing magic to hide how he abuse her and her father who abandoned her after her mother's death. She wanted real revenge, this time she will not be a thornless rose place as a display on an abandoned vase. She vowed to be the poisonous rose with sharp thorns that will make every lurking insects died in instant. This time even if she's born as a Villainess who's destined to wither she will surely make the best out of her life and make everyone who harm her pay with her own hands.

Book One: After Lilith's mysterious disappearance, Ivy must follow her mother's last instructions, leading her to a bizarre land with new and foreign people. Unbeknownst to her, the people of that land are aware of her eventual arrival. However, they are also wary as they've received a prophecy that Ivy could be the savior of their colony or the one who destroys it. Book Two: Still, Zoe is left feeling distracted and distant several months later. Hope is not lost as she receives surprising news that she may(if she plays her cards right) be able to see Ivy again. Book Three: ---------------------------- Next Up is that one dream we all had when we were kids. When we would leave home in search of adventure and all sorts of creatures in our imaginations ran wild in this world. ----------------------------- I will update this story every Monday and now Saturday with a new chapter. "I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com" as well as ScribbleHub

She was born different. He was labeled evil and cold. But they weren’t the monsters the world believed them to be. Rose was feared from the moment she took her first breath—an outcast marked by her strange and unnatural aura. Hated, hunted, and shunned, she grew up in the shadows, carrying the weight of a destiny she didn’t understand. She was special, too special, the one ordained to bring chaos to Heaven, Earth, and Hell alike—the true god the worlds refused to accept. Lucifer was the lord of Hell, feared and despised by all, a being defined by darkness and cruelty. Yet, even he wasn’t immune to curiosity. The moment he saw Rose, something shifted—a fascination he couldn’t ignore. What began as mere intrigue turned into something far more dangerous: love. But love between the devil and a girl destined for destruction was never meant to be simple. Heaven’s forces, terrified of Rose’s power, would stop at nothing to destroy her, and Hell itself began to tremble under the weight of her growing strength. As the boundaries between worlds crumble and the lines between savior and destroyer blur, Rose and Lucifer must face a truth neither of them can escape. She was born different. He was labeled evil. Together, they are unstoppable.

Years ago when she was only a young girl, Rose ran away with her two friends Alexander and Mathias, just when they were about to be branded as slaves and sold to work in a brothel. Misfortunate fell on the group as Mathias became stuck and to save them, Rose sacrificed herself to distract the brothel owner’s son Graham who hunted them. Rose made her friends promise that in exchange for her sacrifice, they would return to free her. As the years passed and Rose reunited with her friends, she learned that all promises would not be kept. Stuck in a brothel with a man who wishes to turn her into his woman, Rose starts an unexpected relationship with Zayne Hamilton, a general of another kingdom. Zayne offers to buy her from Graham and opens the way for her sacrifice to not be forgotten.

A War for Roses is nearing . . . The five houses of Eldevier have the desire to rule over the Motherland. Each house has its own traitors, betrayals, and tragic backstories. The Kings and Queens have their own dragons to overcome, but what would they do if they reencounter one after the last 500 years? Many Years After the 500-year war, five houses have risen, filling the land of Eldevier rich with resources, and ever since the dragons had died out, the never-ending conflict between the two houses is going to spark a war. The Mad King Henrys Aether was killed fifteen years prior. The houses that fought, the houses that first wanted to claim the throne of the higher kingdoms will have to work together, or live in tyranny and in betrayal?

Zombies.

"In a world divided into five continental countries, with the middle continent serving as a volatile buffer zone, tyranny reigns supreme in the southern continents, each governed by a ruthless monarch. The most dominant force in this oppressive empire is the Church of the Sun, where the Pope holds the highest authority, serving as both religious leader and king. The Church's power is further bolstered by the 12 Paladins and 24 Reverend Fathers, backed by an army of clergy soldiers. The catalyst for this tale is the infamous 'Day of Unity,' an event that transpired roughly 50-55 years ago. On this day, nations from across the continents gathered for diplomatic relations, only to face a treacherous assault by the Pope and his ruthless army. In a shocking turn of events, the Pope's forces attacked all attending nations, seizing their lands, and compelling the surviving members of royal families and their people to pledge loyalty to the oppressive empire. Yet, the kingdom of Valkenburg, renowned for its advanced military and impenetrable defenses, remained untouched, as their wise king sent only an emissary to the event. In this world, the mystical power of 'wave energy' flows through the veins of every individual, with each person born possessing a unique affinity. With rigorous training, they can harness multiple affinities. But there's more to this universe than meets the eye. Rift Gates scattered throughout Earth lead to other realms. These gates are largely controlled by the imperial army, except for those hidden in free territories or the untamed eastern regions. The alternate realms include 'The Realm of Disorder,' 'The Shadowlands,' 'The Land of the Fel' (comprising seven colossal circles, each the size of a solar system), 'Wonderland' (a heavenly realm with light-type beings and five expansive circles, symbolized as 'the five circles of the rainbow'), and 'Verdana.' At the pinnacle of this intricate universe stands the Titanomachy, god-like beings who rule over these realms and influence magic on the mortal plane. They are the architects of this fantastical world, each possessing unrivaled power and purpose. Amidst this intricate tapestry of realms, magic, and political intrigue, 'The Knight of Roses' embarks on a journey filled with danger, discovery, and destiny. The Main Character, Arryn of Asa, a battle-worn mercenary with a shadowy past, will navigate the tumultuous landscapes, confront the horrors lurking in the cursed forests, and delve into the mysteries of the dark lord and his connection to the shadowy figure. As the story unfolds, the MC will find themselves at the center of a brewing conflict, where loyalties will be tested, alliances forged, and the fate of nations hanging in the balance." written by yodyo10/pendragondyo

Being born from a pauper parents who are also greedy enough to sell off his sister to the Town bully, Ji Wei forcefully took the initiative to become the first flawless thief his village has ever known. Just to save up to the amount needed to elope with his sis, becomes a thief, met a repulsive yet charming lady from Shanghai, a place almost to the similar to his dream city Beijing. After spending the night with her, the lady helps him leave his countryside with his sister, also giving him an apartment keycard which she said would be less stressful for them to cope without a roof over their head. Falling in love with her after shoving all the feelings he had , because, the lady in question is 6 years older than he was and being reminded countless times he has heard that from. funny enough, the repulsive lady, couldn't let him date another while having always, claiming it's nothing out of love.

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In the vastness of existence, where the magical and the mundane intertwine, where a skeleton - intricately connected bones - collide, we find ourselves on a journey unlike any other. It begins in a world of creaturely fantasies and seductive contradictions. At the centre of it all is Bones, a lowly, weak skeleton who possesses something special: perception. Tired of the monotonous existence of his skeletal brethren, of endless decay and hundreds of years spent in the damp, dark underground. Driven by a deep desire to discover the meaning of a real life, Bones ventured out into the world outside, a chaotic world of humans, a world full of joy, excitement and sadness... And then his path crosses with Lealia, an aristocratic girl on the run from a forced marriage and the stifling bonds of her aristocratic family. Their shy meeting forms the basis of an extraordinary relationship, a testament to the power of self-discovery and the beauty of a unique love. Together they will uncover conspiracies, face formidable enemies and fight to protect their own identities. Prepare for a story that perfectly blends dark humour with philosophical reflection, a tale where the mundane meets the magical, and an unlikely but deeply moving love story. It is a journey to find the meaning of life, the desire for freedom...

Ace is trouble. The kind that barges into Raya’s life with cocky smirks, bold games, and the power to ignite a fire she can’t put out. But when sparks fly, will Raya resist him, or will she get burned? Burning Roses is a whirlwind of tension, sass, and scorching chemistry. Will their clashes destroy them—or pull them closer than they ever expected?

Blood. Blood was dripping from my forehead. Panting, I tried to catch my breath. For a minute, I was tempted to look back and see if the Japanese Yakuza was chasing after me. I muttered a curse, trudging through the quiet street, making sure to hide in the shadows, avoiding all streetlights. Stupid Japanese Mafia Boss and his claim to rule the mafia world. But I will never let him. Not after killing my entire family. Thinking about them, a brief flashback of my father screaming for me to flee before a bullet passed through his head, instantly ending his life, appeared in my line of vision. I clenched my hands into fists, sadness and fury burning inside me. I will make sure that the Japanese Mafia will pay for what they did. I will avenge my father. My family. From this day forward, they have declared war. And war they shall have. *** Cover Image from Google

With the many missing cases that had been happening lately, the detective Victor finds himself with yet another case, that will change his future forever.

A cursed Rose Crown. A lost princess. And a contract that binds her to a mysterious knight. Elena must face deadly trials to reclaim her kingdom and rewrite her destiny.

*the tittle is not owned by me or drawn by me. Found on Pinterest.