Love And Lies

Emma Davis is a successful digital marketing professional in her thirties, dedicated to climbing the corporate ladder. Her life has become an endless cycle of work deadlines and business meetings, leaving her with little time for personal connections. That is, until she stumbles upon a quaint bookstore and meets Liam Porter, its charming owner. Unlike Emma, who has always put her career first, Liam chose to leave behind the corporate world to follow his passion for literature. Their lives are worlds apart, but as their paths cross, Emma is drawn to Liam’s carefree attitude and his dedication to doing what he loves. With each encounter, Emma starts questioning her own priorities, realizing that despite her career successes, something is missing. As Emma faces the possibility of a major career move that could take her away from the city, she must decide if she’s willing to risk it all for a future with Liam or if she will continue to sacrifice her happiness in pursuit of professional success. Meanwhile, Liam’s bookstore is struggling, and he must figure out how to save his business. Through self-discovery and navigating the challenges of love and career, Emma learns that balancing ambition with personal happiness isn’t as impossible as it once seemed. Together, Emma and Liam learn that success doesn’t always mean following the rules; sometimes, it’s about finding peace with who you are and what you truly want.

In a world gripped by ceaseless power struggles, King Henry emerged as a beacon of change, dedicated to eradicating the senseless violence perpetuated by human greed. His life's mission brought temporary peace to the realm, earning him the title of an angel among men. However, the harmony shattered when his adopted son, William, committed the unthinkable act of murdering the benevolent king. The grieving populace gathered to mourn their fallen leader, and in the midst of sorrow, a promise of severe retribution echoed through the air. Arthur, a loyal companion, sought to liberate William, imprisoned under suspicion of regicide. Yet, the young prince, desperate for answers, confronted William about the shocking incident that unfolded before his eyes.

The final ingredient to finding true love is one teaspoon of lies. **** On her 18th birthday, Elspeth's world was shattered after a one-night stand left her pregnant. The child's father, Alan, betrayed her by revealing his alliance with her scheming half-sister, Heather, who aimed to steal Elspeth's position as heiress. To protect their family’s reputation, her parents sent her away in disgrace. Years later, Elspeth returns, determined to reclaim her place and exact revenge on those who wronged her. But her family’s pressure to marry complicates things. Desperate to dodge a blind date, she impulsively kisses Castiel Stepanov, her daughter's teacher, using him as a convenient escape. When a key investor insists on meeting her husband, Elspeth sees an opportunity and proposes a fake marriage to Castiel. Castiel, a powerful Russian business mogul and part-time elementary teacher, has his own hidden agenda. Traumatized by witnessing the murder of his family, Castiel’s life has been driven by the desire for revenge. Unbeknownst to Elspeth, her father is responsible for the tragedy that destroyed his family. Eager to destroy Elspeth's life, Castiel agrees to the sham marriage, intent on ruining her and her father. As their fake marriage progresses, hidden truths and deep-seated wounds begin to surface. Can Elspeth balance her desire for vengeance with her need to protect her heart, her daughter, and her empire? And will Castiel follow through with his plan for revenge, or will love and the weight of the past consume them both? _______ TROPES: One night stand. Pregnancy. Contract/Fake Marriage. Win her back. Betrayal x Revenge Family. First person (dual perspectives) ______ IG: @ebynamani TT: @eby.namani

When Persephone Athena James first met Bodhi Patrick O'Neill, a bond formed between them. As time passed and they grew, a love formed between them. When the future became the present, their secrets divided them. What secrets are they hiding and can the truth lead them back together?

In a world of wealth and power, Layla Carter is a fiercely intelligent and resourceful woman who starts in a dire situation but rises to command her destiny. After losing her family fortune, Layla is thrust into the cutthroat corporate world, where she’s caught between rival billionaire factions. Along the way, she finds herself entangled with four men: each possessing power, charm, and secrets of their own. As Layla fights to regain her standing, she grows stronger, reshaping her relationships and her future.

All she wanted was to convince Qin Zhan, a well-known patisserie, to join her in her new restaurant. But, everyone who she had sent returned with bad news: Rejected! Rumor has it that Qin Zhan quit life as a reputable chef to stay in the small town and run a small noodle stand. No matter how much anyone offered to hire him, Qin Zhan had rejected every one. No! That man would not even hear a word before he showed everyone to the door. Since everyone she sent returned with no good result, Gu Xin Ye had no other choice but to do everything herself! Just as Gu Xin Ye thought that she will be able to convince Qin Zhan with her persuasion skill and charm, a misunderstanding led her to work for Qin Zhan instead, as his helper! ----- Illustration: kirinlukis ----- Shared universe with: 1. Loving You Too Much 2. A Lifetime with You 3. You're My Only Star 4. The Dragon Beside Me 5. Love So Sweet 6. Commander Qi's Runaway Wife 7. The Wedding Planner's Romance

Growing up in a large family and having very few friends, I've always had problems maintaining friendships. It's either I'm too uptight or too boring or not friendly, like they say your childhood determines how your social life turns out. I was always made to believe that I'm not pretty because I have a masculine and toned body type. So having friends and seeing them slip away even makes me realise that actually I'm not feminine enough to hold on to friendships. But then getting into college and having the very sweetest girls around me was a breath of fresh air until life happened and everything came crushing down once again. This is about life love and friendships.

Sophia Anderson's marriage to Luke, her husband of three years, is a prison. For years, she endures the cold cruelty of a man who cherishes another woman, his "white moonlight," while treating Sophia as an invisible presence in his life. After suffering an unbearable personal tragedy and facing Luke's abandonment, Sophia makes a decision that will change her life forever—she signs the divorce papers and walks away. Two years later, a changed and empowered Sophia returns, surrounded by admirers. But her past, particularly her cruel ex-husband, is far from over. Luke is desperate to win her back, clinging to the vows he once discarded. As their paths collide again, Sophia must decide whether to forgive or leave the past behind for good—knowing that the battle for her heart will be a lot more complicated than either of them expects.

In the end, I will forever love you. She was backstabbed, raped and destroyed. She died on a lonely night but she’s back and she wants blood. Until they pay with their blood, she won’t rest.

the world has changed in a very strange way- after one of the world's biggest conspiracies has been unfolded, humankind finds itself face to face with a world of werewolves and other cryptids. Luckily humans had developed their own army that could fight werewolves, it is called the R.A.Ws (Rise Against Werewolves). Rain is a typical human girl who recently lost the last of her family, after her brother's funeral, Rain falls asleep on one bench in a local park- what happens next is up for you to read.

A noble girl who cares for only books and knowledge, not giving a single thought about marriage or what others think of her. She meets a commoner boy in a garden and their meeting keeps growing and growing, like the many flowers that grow. But lies grow the more they meet. Here, in the garden of lies, their tragic love begins.

In a world where trust is a luxury, Evelia Allis and Eryx DeVille have always been on opposite sides. Their rivalry burns with the intensity of a thousand lies, each concealing darker secrets than the last. But when a deadly conspiracy forces them into an uneasy alliance, the line between love and hate blurs. As they navigate a maze of danger and deception, the greatest threat may not be the enemies in the shadows-but the feelings they've tried so hard to denySo you don't want me to ask the question? ꒷꒦︶꒷꒦︶ ๋ ࣭ ⭑꒷꒦ "Your marks are a reminder of what we were....how could I ever forget? How could I remove them?? " ꒷꒦︶꒷꒦︶ ๋ ࣭ ⭑꒷꒦

Spending Her Whole Life In A Facility Ruri Simply As “Rina Or Ruria” Goes Through Experiments And Testing Her Diclonius Powers Even Through Her Abilities Are Different From The Others And Her Horns Had Not Been Developed Just When She Slowly Accept Her Fate As If There Is No Hope An Attack On Facility Gives Her A Chance To Escape Thus Becoming A Runaway While On Her Travels She Meets An Girl With A Simple Goal Of Having A Life Without Hardship And Dangerous Power That Turns Into A Blood Thirsty Devil! Together They Go Into Hiding Fighting Off Any Enemy In Their Way And Soon Meet Others May Be The Key To An Bright And Peaceful Life Before Their Own Choices Would Turn Into The Demons That Everyone Hates In The World.. (Volume 1-14)

Mao Li, 23 year old female, took the place of her brother on the military. Her brother was weaker than her, so her parents decided that she would replace her brother. She became one of the most experienced general of all time. With many victories and many losses. She was known as the "Flying Phoenix General Mao Li." Yi Ming 25 year old male. He became a general at the age of 20. He was experienced in martial arts and military strategies.

Miel and Jasmine's love is as fierce as it is destructive. Bound by passion and driven by desperation, these two women find themselves on the run after pulling off a high-stakes heist. As they race through city streets and backroads with their stolen fortune, their love is tested by the dangers that pursue them and the demons within. Each twist in their journey reveals the raw intensity of a relationship that teeters between devotion and destruction. In a world where trust is a luxury they can't afford, Miel and Jasmine must decide if their love is worth the cost-or if it will ultimately lead to their downfall. --- **Copyright 2024 by Mya Skeete** **Author: Myra Sinclair** **All rights reserved.** This book is protected under copyright law. No part of this book may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the copyright owner, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law. **Published on August 19, 2024.**

I've always been told the future was “unpredictable”, but this isn't something that would appear in even my greatest nightmares. Humanity's fall, caused by an apocalypse, the return of curses and horrifying monsters beyond the lands considered habitable for life as we knew it after we ruined Earth. This apocalypse, also known as “the fall of humanity"...

My life was turned upside down when I found out the truth of who I am.and then turn again when I found my mate. who was sent to kill me to make his father king of the lycans.... does he kill my or hid the truth to save the world and me

Nina has always craved the love of her distant brother, Daemon, who keeps her at arm’s length, hardened by their father’s betrayal. She longs for his acceptance, even as he keeps her at arm’s length, unwilling to bridge the emotional distance between them. But Daemon’s resistance runs deeper than she realizes—bound by a family tie that makes loving her impossible.

People said a guardian watched over the neighborhood, leaving warnings on the walls. Dayana knew the rumors, but still felt uneasy. As she left, she glanced back at the gate and saw an image carved into the wall: a man holding a hatchet, with the words 'He is alive. ESCAPE.' Dayana was confused. Was it about her boyfriend, with a dark past who went to protect her from a stalker and never came back? Or the stalker himself, who tried to kill her due to obssesion and she had no idea if that man was still lurking somewhere. At first she was certain it was her stalker but she remembered, her lover was carrying a hatchet when he left. She told the police, but unfortunately neither man was found. Dayana was scared. Should she run from her missing boyfriend or the stalker? She is confused. Dayana, she was never afraid of dying but the truth.

The killer is often much closer to home than you think . for detective Pierce Is about to find out the killer is often in plain sight

Rune.. a name of the most fucking perfect angel to ever exist is what I thought before I saw those eyes.. I saw those broken pieces which he is trying so hard to mend.. his deep blooded scars. He is excatly what an angel looks like after you die and meet at the heavens gate.. or even ethereal then that. But him.. he is much more.. much more than a angel.. he has those scars which are burning for vengeance.. and I am all for that fucking vengeance.. for my Rune.. my angel

Milena Volkova has spent her entire life proving herself in a world where power is everything and women are easily disposable. As the daughter of the ruthless Bratva leader, she has fought tooth and nail to become more than a pawn. But when her father strikes a deal with the devil, she’s forced into a marriage with Dominic Salvatore—New York’s most feared mafia capo. Known as the torture god, Dominic is as lethal as he is cold. His cruelty is legendary, his reputation drenched in blood. A man who commands fear without saying a word. His eyes are cold and, in his heart, lies many secrets. In this world full of betrayals, lies, blood, sacrifices and secrets, Milena and Dominic must walk through a marriage built on nothing but power and lies. But the more they delve into each other’s worlds, the line between love and hate begins to blur and the dangers becomes impossible to ignore. Because love wasn’t part of the deal. And falling in love could be the deadliest game of all—especially in a world where everyone lies.

Noah Hargreaves and his best friend Amelia Winston make a wish.