The Bride Julie Garwood Historical

Auctioned and sold by her stepmother,she became an item on sale. He descended brutally seize her, forced her to sign the contract. “Woman, I gave everything you need. Why are you still not satisfied?” he pinched her chin and asked. She struggled to break free, refusing to meet his eyes. When her identity was exposed and she became the heiress of a prestigious family, she realized she was still a bird in his cage. Falling deeper and deeper… it was only in the end that she understood, she had become the queen of his empire long ago…

A single contract, and she fell into an abyss of no return, "Enough, when will you let me go?" The man laughed wickedly, "Let you go? Not for at least another hundred years!" Think you can escape? To the ends of the earth, he would never let go. "Woman, I am the child's father!" My God, was this world's tragedy about to repeat itself? 【Please bookmark, thank you】

Meeting him was all it took to shatter all that she believed. One fateful night was all that was required to have her questioning her existence and the world around her. Up until the moment she crossed paths with Helios Sloan, Eliana led an ordinary, mundane life. Helios, a man renowned by many but encountered by only a few, had a reputation that preceded him with unfavorable tales. However, Eliana held a contrasting perspective. Despite the stark contrasts between them, Eliana perceived a similarity. Helios, also known as The Demon, was more than just a nickname. Eliana found herself inexplicably drawn to his darkness, challenging her previous perceptions. She came to the realization that she shared more in common with him than she had initially thought. Born to a bloodline beyond the natural yet unknown to her, Eliana possesses abilities that are beyond her comprehension. To uncover the hidden truth, she must venture with him into an unknown world where their trust in each other was tested as secrets were revealed to them.

Getting transmigrated inside a novel is not really a bad thing—you know the story, you have the power of the future in your hand, you know all the hidden keys. You might as well end up as the most powerful and omniscient being in that world. That is, if you don’t wake up during the epilogue. And yet I find myself in the body of a fallen priest at the end of the novel, a tragic hero who had his mana circuit broken in the last war, being shunned, drown in debt, and destined to die not long after. Fortunately, I know just the cure. Unfortunately, the cure was in the hand of one of the Demon Lords—you know, the race that my kingdom just wage war with. Would he give me the cure if I asked him politely? There’s no harm in trying, right? I’d die if I didn’t get the cure, anyway. “Sure, but you have to be my bride as the price,” the Demon Lord said. ...huh? Sir, you know I’m (technically) a priest, right?

Adopted into a wealthy family at a young age, Axelle always believed she had finally found the love and security she longed for. But behind the lavish dinners and polite smiles, dark secrets festered, and Axelle soon learned the hard way that blood may be thicker than water, but it can also be deadlier. When she catches her husband—the man she trusted with her heart—in bed with her sister, Axelle’s world shatters. Her heartbreak deepens as she realizes that this betrayal is only the tip of the iceberg. The family she sacrificed everything for has set her up to take the fall for their crimes, using her as a pawn in a game she never asked to play. But Axelle is no longer the naive girl who once craved acceptance. With nothing left to lose, she turns to the last person anyone would expect—her family's most dangerous enemy.

Iori Nanase, a passionate artist known for her vivid imagination and intricate paintings, begins experiencing strange dreams of an enigmatic man. In her dreams, he is otherworldly yet familiar, surrounded by an aura of mystery. As days pass, Iori starts seeing glimpses of this man everywhere—on the bustling streets, at quiet cafés, and even within the strokes of her own artwork. When she finally comes face-to-face with him, an inexplicable connection surges through her, as though their souls have been intertwined for lifetimes. This man, who introduces himself as Alaric, exudes an ethereal charm, and Iori finds herself drawn to him in ways she can’t explain. As their bond deepens, Iori discovers the startling truth: Alaric is the King of the Fairies, a being from a realm beyond human comprehension. Their meeting is no mere coincidence but the rekindling of a love that transcends time and worlds. In a past life, Iori was a human girl who captured the heart of the fairy king, but their love was torn apart by forces beyond their control. Now, fate has given them a second chance. Together, Iori and Alaric must navigate the challenges of bridging their two worlds while uncovering the secrets of their shared history. As they delve into their past, they realize that their reunion is not just about rekindled love but also about restoring balance between the human and fairy realms, which are on the brink of chaos. Will Iori and Alaric’s love endure once more, or will the forces that tore them apart in the past succeed again? This is a tale of timeless love, destiny, and the power of art to bridge even the greatest of divides.

Aelin is married off to a demon prince, Draegon, for a truce between demons and humans, even though both species have hated each other for centuries, and killed the other mercilessly. So, both sides chose the least favored child for the marriage and bound them in a relationship. Being in a place surrounded by demons was like a nightmare to Aelin which causes her a lot of distress, especially when her husband leaves her shortly after they spend a night together to go fight a war with unknown beings which leaves Aelin at the mercy of her enemies

Jordan Jude is a successful billionaire CEO. He has power, money, and a good reputation. But Jordan has one secret, a secret he kept hidden from everyone: he's gay. However, his life falls apart when news of his romantic relationships with men becomes public. His company’s stock falls, investors leave, and the media attacks him. Jordan sees his business begin to fail. To save his company and image, his father suggests a bold idea: Jordan should hire a fake bride. A fake marriage with a woman can help quiet the critics and rebuild his public image. Jordan dislikes this plan, but he feels he has no choice.

[WARNING: MATURE CONTENT] Reborn into the world of her favorite novel, 'Auberon's Edge', as the maid of an unimportant side character - the doomed princess who would be married off to the villain and then killed in a fit of anger some time after they were married - Rache is faced with a moral dilemma: does she use her knowledge to flee the to-be-conquered nation and live somewhere she knows will be safe, or risk upturning the fate of the book by warning Princess Airie about her impending doom? Before Rache can decide, she's ambushed in her bedroom by the princess' guard. Knowing how dangerous the black hearted prince of Sidera is, the princess declares she's forcing her maid to go in her place due to the maid bearing a striking resemblance to her own rare features, while the real princess goes into hiding until her parents can find a way to get untangled from Sidera's web. "Remember, if the prince finds out the truth, he'll kill you first." Trapped in a marriage to a cold-hearted sadist who only loves violence, railroaded into a pointless ending before the story even begins. There is no escape to this twisted romance but death. Rache - the new Princess Airie - will not go so quietly into the night. "Let's break up!"

It's been a thousand years since the era of god’s have passed and all the gods are asleep in their tomb at the crypt, a young and naive girl, Ivar falls in love with her Uncle, Ragnar, she defies her parents wishes to marry him, believing he's the man holding her heart. Ignoring her mother's warning, Ivar marries Ragnar before fleeing with him to his village. But upon reaching his village, Ivar realized there's more to Ragnar than she thought. Ragnar is not just a man—he’s a wolven, bounds by a dark curse that haunts not just him but his entire tribe. And Ivar, is the key to breaking that curse.

Four rich and handsome brothers up against one girl! Asher, Ashton, Ashley and Ashal are the four quadruplet sons of the Rollins family, the wealthiest family in the country of Danvarr. They’re notorious for being sexy, smart businessmen like their father. The brothers never use their real names in public spaces and all go by ‘Ash Rollins’. They all wear the same hairstyle and swap identities almost all the time. Even their parents can’t always tell them apart. Only the brothers can. Demi is a sweet, hardworking twenty years old girl who works at a book store. When her boyfriend cheats on her because she wanted to wait till marriage, she makes a poor decision to drink for the first time. Her night is so crazy she wakes up at home with a marriage certificate in her hand signed by one Ash Rollins. The problem is she can’t recall much and doesn’t know which of the brothers she married. Typically, all the quads deny her claim and the billionaire family kicks her out of their mansion. Demi’s fate changes when the annulment of the marriage threatens the social image of the Rollins Empire. The family proposes Demi plays their daughter-in-law for a year till the tension blows over. Demi accepts only to teach the quads a lesson. Since her true husband won’t step up, Demi is allowed to choose any of the quads to be her husband. Her ‘real husband silently grows restless seeing her with his brother, but he isn’t the only one falling head over heels for the first daughter-in-law of the Rollins empire. All the brothers compete for Demi’s heart because she’s nothing like the women they’re used to. Will their obsession to win her heart finally tear the brothers apart or will Demi’s big secret do the trick? Which ‘Ash Rollins’ will win the girl in the end?

Sophie Monroe, a renowned model from New York, had her world turned upside down after falling into a deceptive romance with her agency's CEO, Nathan Davies. In an act of love, she selflessly steps down from her throne, giving her rival, Amber Moon, a chance to shine. Her decision comes at a cost, leading to her being blacklisted from one of the Top 3 agencies, Star King Entertainment. Three years later, Sophie and Nathan's wedding plans unravel when she discovers Nathan's affair with Amber, who is now pregnant with his child. Heartbroken and betrayed, Sophie finds herself at the marriage court alone, left in the lurch by Nathan who uses Amber's injury as an excuse to postpone their wedding. The same day, Noah Kingsley, the CEO of Collider Scope Entertainment, also finds himself abandoned by his partner at the altar. In an unexpected twist, Sophie and Noah, two strangers bound by a common circumstance, decide to marry each other. Release Schedule: I plan to release 3-5 chapters per week, typically at 6 AM Eastern Standard Time (USA) and 11 AM Greenwich Mean Time (UK). But sometimes I will upload 2 chapters a day, for that the second time will have a 12 hours difference from the given time. Each chapter's length will range from 200 to 1500 words, depending on how much I can write. Thank you for your support, and I hope you enjoy this series!

Life was mediocre for Amara until her Master brought a proposal for her or more like, it was an order: she was to marry the wicked Lord Damien. Refusal was out of the question for her, as she was merely a slave —a servant burdened by her parents' debts. Just when all hope seemed lost, and she resigned herself to her fate, a mysterious man shows up in front of her, kills the evil old lord, kidnaps her brother, and gives her certain tasks to complete. If she doesn't, then he will kill her brother. As Amara embarks on her journey to save her brother, she finds herself in the clutches of a handsome prince - a devil prince. Despite the danger that surrounds him, she is instantly drawn to his captivating charms. As she struggles to fulfill the tasks set by the mysterious man, her heart is pulled in two directions. On one hand, she feels an undeniable attraction to the devil prince; on the other, she is determined to do whatever it takes to save her brother's life. Will Amara be able to complete the tasks given to her by the mysterious man? Will she be able to save her brother's life? And what will happen when her assigned tasks clash with her feelings for the devil prince, forcing her to choose between her love for him and her family? *** The cover doesn't belong to me. All credit goes to the original owner.

Warning: Mature Content Trigger Warning: Abuse, Trauma, Psychological *It's full of red flags. Don't tell me I didn't warn you all. Blue Learley, a seventeen-year-old girl, lived in a small town with her parents and two brothers. Everything was going as usual until that fateful night when her life changed forever. Demetrius Easton, the merciless werewolf king, got his eyes on her and wanted her as his bride. When her own parents sold her to him, she had no way of escaping him and no one to turn to for help. *** “I don’t want to stay away for too long. Sometimes I fear the bird might fly away.” “The bird doesn’t have a home. The outside world is dangerous for it. And besides, the bird has already found its freedom inside,” I said. “The bird won’t fly away.” ‘So you don’t have to cut its wings since it did not grow them in the first place. It’s okay. The bird likes the cage anyway.’ *** Support my other works: *Silence*- It is a crime-filled thriller novel with a blooming romance between two teenagers. It is about love, friendship and betrayal. Trust me, the twists will keep you on edge. The Mask Of The Monster where you can read the love blooming between a human girl and a terrifying-looking monster The cover is not mine. Source: Devianart

For the sake of his family, Richard married a woman he had never met before. However, his newly wed wife was not only hideous but also viscous, which he only discovered on his wedding day. He thought he would be disgusted by her, but unexpectedly could not help but be attracted to this mysterious woman. What made Richard scratch his head even more, was that her face under the mask seems to be hiding some secret.

When Evanna, a spirited commoner, is chosen as the sacrificial bride for the Beastlord—a legendary figure who rules over an army of monsters—she expects death. Instead, she discovers that the Beastlord is a cursed prince who seeks her help to break his curse and tame the unruly beasts in his domain. Together, they must navigate court intrigue, fend off rival kingdoms, and build an alliance of man and beast.

*Author's other work (She belongs to the Demon King)* *** They say opposite attracts, that's a lie. Opposites kill each other! When a hot blood meets another hot blood, things are bound to get burnt. That is exactly what happens when the pompous and prideful elven princess, Neriah of the Avelah Kingdom is forced to marry the brash dragon Prince, Barak of the Trago Kingdom. Neriah's goal is to someday break away from her marriage and run away with the love of her life, Lyle of the Niles. While Barak will do everything to keep her as a wife. Neriah is certain she's in love with another, but she's also certain that no one can ignite the kind of passion her husband brings. Her husband who she hates more than anything. Can the flames of passion be drawn from hate? Can that same passion burn down the walls of lies, betrayal, and hurt? Can its ashes transcend into love? Excerpt "I am a rose, a beautiful flower, delicate and precious! But you my dear sir are nothing but the thorny stem! Prickly, dangerous and very harmful!" ranted Neriah while poking his chest with her index finger. "Well you seem to forget one important detail, my love." He calmly grabbed her poking hand. "And what would that be, my fine sir?" "That the thorny stem and the rose grow together. The delicate rose and the prickly thorn, they belong together my dear." "You—" "And no amount of ranting and raging will change that. You think I want to keep a witch like you? You are a pain in the neck. If I am a thorn then you are a piece of fish bone stuck inside my neck. I cannot swallow and I can not spit it out! I just have to bear it!" "You insolent bastard! Do you mean to say I am a burden!" "Well you are no precious prize, are you?" And that was it, she threw herself at him with her claws ready to mar his face, but he was quicker and he caught both her hands with one of his own and pressed her heaving chest upon his. Golden eyes stared deep into hers. They were as green as the fresh leaves on an orange tree. His fingers caressed her face, “You might not be a precious prize, but by the heavens, you are mine.” And his lips fell on hers, and once again, another argument was drowned.

SYNOPSIS~ In the elite world of wealth, privilege... and crime, a beautiful bride, entangled in a web of blackmail and coerced into marriage must navigate the trillionaire's temptation. As secrets unfold, their masked identity ignites a thrilling game of power, love and deception. Will they both lose everything or find true love behind their masks?

Ibrahim Rahman, a notorious mafia boss in the hearts of Kuala Lumpur. In the underground world, his influence extended into the darkest corners of the city. At the age of 35, he was feared and respected, a man who commanded loyalty and never took 'no' for an answer. On the other hand, Ava Lim, a 23-year-old University student, is a world away from his dark realm. She is a shy and innocent girl. Their paths converged at a wedding. Ibrahim's eyes locked onto Ava from the moment she stepped into the wedding. From that instant, he knew that he wanted her, and he was determined to make her his, no matter the cost. As the days turned into weeks, Ava couldn't shake the feeling of being watched, the eerie sensation that someone was tracking her every move. Her world was rapidly changing, and she had no idea why. She was blissfully unaware of the darkness that lurked in the shadows, the world she was about to be thrust into. One fateful night, Ibrahim orchestrated her kidnapping from the quiet neighborhood she called home. Will Ibrahim make Ava fall in love with him or Ava will try to to choose the path of revenge?

"Sa ngayon mananatili ka sa palasyo ko bilang isang prinsesa hanggang sa dumating ang araw na sumapit ka sa wastong edad, saka kita gagawing aking reyna. Mamili ka, dito sa poder ko at maging aking asawa, o ibibigay kita kay Vincent para maging pagkain niya? Madali akong kausap Elysia, alin man diya ang piliin mo ay buong puso kong ibibigay sayo," saad nito sa mababang boses na nagpatindig sa kaniyang mga balahibo. Buong buhay ni Elysia ay sunud-sunuran lamang siya sa mga utos ng kaniyang pamilya, ngunit dumating ang araw na makakawala siya sa pagmamalupit ng kaniyang itinuturing na kamag-anak. Ngunit, ang kalayaang iyon ay kapalit naman ng buhay niya. Buong puso niya iyong tinanggap kapalit naman ng mga alaalang iniwan sa kaniya ng kaniyang mga magulang na hawak ng kaniyang tiyahin. Subalit ang inaasahan niyang kamat*yan ay hindi naganap, sa halip ay isang kasunduan ang inilatag sa kaniya ng inaakala niyang tatapos sa buhay niya. Si Vladimir na siyang hari ng mga bampira na matagal nang nabubuhay sa mundong ibabaw. Ang kasunduan bang iyon ang siyang magbabago ng buhay ni Elysia o ito rin ang siyang magpapahamak sa kaniya? Sa mga buhay nilang binabalot ng lihim, magkapuwang kaya ang pag-ibig sa pagitan ng dalawang magkasalungat na angkan at lahi?

Do I have pretend to love for the rest of my life?

In the court, Naveah waited for her boyfriend’s arrival to marry her. Instead she received a message with his lame excuse. Dumped by James, cheated on, ridiculed by him on social media, Naveah swears revenge. Naveah vows to marry the first rich looking guy she would encounter on her way out. Seeing a luxurious vehicle outside, she breaks the windshield and waits. “Oops! I don’t have money to pay, but I can pay back by warming your bed.” Nolan was amused by her guts, lifting her chin and offering her something else. “Marry me and we are even!”

Jessica Belles' dreams of becoming an A-list actress crumble with each rejection, leaving her frustrated and desperate for a breakthrough. When a famous actor offers stardom in exchange for one nightstand, she refuses due to her undying love for her boyfriend, only to have her heart shattered by her boyfriend. Broken and seeking revenge on her ex, Jessica reluctantly agrees to the actor's proposal. However, a twist of fate lands her in the bed of William, a business tycoon notorious for his allergy to women – and coincidentally, her ex's cousin. Vowing to avoid him, Jessica is taken aback when William approaches her with a surprising proposal: “For two hundred days, let's get married. You help me cure my allergy while I make all your wishes come true.” In a whirlwind turn of events, Jessica finds herself married to William, navigating the elite world where hypocrisy and jealousy thrive, all while pursuing her acting dreams. How will things turn out when two strangers of contrasting personalities are supposed to live under one roof for 200 Days? What more when one party starts developing unknown feelings for the other. Will the marriage be a happily-ever-after or will it end on the 200th day?

When Elizabeth Hayes, a woman who loves art and music returns home to save her family's failing gallery,she never expects to find herself in the crosshairs of Xavier Coles,a billionaire known for his ruthless business acumen and cold demeanor. The Cole's family owns half of the businesses in New York City, and now, Xavier sights are set on Elizabeth's family asset. Desperate to save her family's legacy, Elizabeth confronts Xavier only to be surprised when he offers her an unextended deal: he will save her gallery but on one condition SHE MUST MARRY HIM. What will happen when she begins to see glimpse of the man behind the cold facade.

# Arranged marriage #Paranormal Romance -She was his sweet peach. His wish. His eternity. His redemption. His to corrupt and his to command. He has and would never love any the way he loved her- Hermione Barclay, an attractive princess suffered a tragic past which caused her to isolate herself, frightened by the presence of people, poor constructions of words... The memory of the vampire boy whom she had once felt safe around remained etched in her innermost self and she fantasized about nothing but him. Years later, a marriage proposal arrived and she was to wed the same man she had always dreamt about, unfortunately, her expectations of him were crushed. He only cared for her because he was asked to, not because he wanted to. Dark and Tragic twists awaited her in her new home, how was she going to survive?

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