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Becoming Miss Lee  oleh TheInsensibleLizzie
Becoming Miss Lee
TheInsensibleLizzie
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She never wanted anything more than to be loved, but providence had something else in store for the young Beatrice Fisher. Orphaned and then adopted by the Lee Family of Virginia, she looked to have a life filled with happiness, but when her friend Nathan Hale steps back into her life and the taxes spark the battles of Lexington and Concord, her life will never be the same. She finds herself at the epicenter of the British Empire when she agrees to spy for the Continental Commander George Washington and is almost swept off her feet by the handsome and charming John André. Her adventures don't cease with the Battle of Yorktown. Thrown back into regular life with haunting images of her past, Bea finds herself needing to settle down. With her dear friends embroiled in politics, Bea finds herself in a dizzying waltz in a brand new world filled with new faces and excitement, but can she find the one thing she wants most of all? Can she find love amid the scandal and frightening pace of her new life or will her greatest nightmare of being unloved and alone finally be realized?
Calling His Play oleh simranm17
Calling His Play
simranm17
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To land her dream internship, aspiring sports journalist Selena agrees to work with cocky Oracle University star quarterback Jace to document his highly-anticipated return to football only to discover fighting the sparks between them may be her most difficult challenge yet. Season 1 of Winning Hearts *** Selena Roy knows her dream of becoming a journalist with the world's premiere sports network lies in their coveted internship. Her key to a standout submission? Jace Maxwell, superstar quarterback of the Oracle U Archers. Haunted by an injury that cost them a championship, Jace's dream of playing in the NFL hangs in the balance. Not only does his shoulder need rehab, but so does his image, so the two strike a mutually beneficial deal. Where Selena is persistent, Jace looks to push buttons-and he finds Selena's button especially intriguing. Through the highs and lows of the season, beneath glittering lights and long nights of practice, their undeniable chemistry leads to a red-hot attraction neither of them can resist. But as the pressure mounts and business and pleasure collide, the question arises: can they achieve their goals and be with each other? Or will ambition be their downfall, both on and off the field? *** The space between us dwindled. Despite the shockwaves that coursed through me, I refused to let Jace see the way it affected me. "Threatening me, Maxwell?" His face moved closer. "Only if you want me to, Selena." *** Weekly updates on Wednesdays. Wait & read for free, or unlock with coins-the choice is yours!
The Key To His Heart | Book One oleh Iamthebest248
The Key To His Heart | Book One
Iamthebest248
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Eleanor had it all. She came from a powerful family, held money, a title. Now she has lost it to no fault of hers. It seemed she couldn't lose anything more, but she spoke too early. Her life now belonged to her new monarch. Lord Blackburn-Hanover. The man was the devil himself. Set on one goal and one goal only. To destroy her. An easy task when spoken, one that now seemed to prove difficult once put to action. With a new life thrust upon her with no warning, Eleanor must adapt to a new setting, new people, knowing her life barely hangs off a thread with the sinful man holding it. As a forbidden romance blooms, dangerous forces threaten to tear it down and not is all as it seems. And the Lord isn't either. HIGHEST RANKINGS #13 in jealousy out of 1.09k stories (5/20/2024) #16 in nonfiction out of 1.53k stories (6/29/2024) #15 heart-felt out of 4.48k stories (7/18/2024) #41 heartwarming 4.61k stories (7/16/2024) #30 animals out of 29.8k stories (7/18/2024) #88 in fiction out of 1.93k stories (5/26/2024) #7 in romancesreads2024 out of 63 stories (7/16/2024)
Reigning Love. (A Sequel To Boundless Love) (Christian Romance). oleh junewamboi
Reigning Love. (A Sequel To Boundless Love) (Christian Romance).
junewamboi
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Joseph Murray is engaged to Garviland's heir apparent, Princess Diamonique. He however, goes missing two days before their official engagement ball. With Joe still missing and the King's deteriorating health, Princess Diamonique has run out of time. Now, three months later, she finds herself walking down the isle to a man she barely knows. It is a necessary sacrifice to secure her throne. The crown has barely settled on her head, when underlying issues in the kingdom start threatening the collapse of the throne. She finds herself leaning more to her new husband, who seems to know more than he is letting on. A higher power must be at work because she seems to be on a lucky streak when she survives several attempts at her life. One thing is for sure, for the higher power to intervene, there must be an unidentified evil larking in the shadows. ******** This is the sequel to Boundless Love... Enjoy.
Under His Watch {16th Century Valois-Orléans-Angoulême Romance] oleh MeepyM
Under His Watch {16th Century Valois-Orléans-Angoulême Romance]
MeepyM
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Mistress Jacqueline DeWhite is married off to Lord Dominic DeFleur. She is not told anything and is expected to obey her husband without question. It starts negatively as most religious marriages do, and his cold demeanour and sexist views strain their relationship. The swordsman and personal favourite, of King Francis the First, Dominic has a lifestyle both lavish but lonely and as both as stubborn as they are can they become the couple they both wished they were? Rough Draft. Feedback is appreciated. Will edit Summer 2016.
My Brothers Best Friend [18+] oleh lost-blueberries
My Brothers Best Friend [18+]
lost-blueberries
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"Matt's sister, I presume?" He walks towards the couch and my eyes widen. He's tall. I thought I was tall but this man could tower me, and when he reaches a hand towards me, there's an intricate clock tattooed on the back of his hand and his fingers have bones tattooed over them. This man is not human. He's tall and angular and dripping with sex appeal. This man is hot. Capital H, capital O, capital T. I don't think I've ever seen a human being so attractive. All I can think about as I force myself to keep my eyes on the screen is the feel of his jaw beneath my hand, and it takes everything in me not to look back at him. *** When Madelaine Grayson's bathroom ceiling caves in, it's not just drywall that crumbles - it's her entire world. Forced to move in with her brother, she finds herself swept up in the chaos of his new protective attitude - especially when it comes to his tattooed roommate, Noah Laurier. Noah is the epitome of perfection - sweet, hot, and embedded into every thought Madelaine has. But he's forbidden, and the closer she gets, the harder he is to resist. Well... what her brother doesn't know can't hurt him, right?
Enticing An Earl (Completed) oleh HafsaWaseemShahKhan
Enticing An Earl (Completed)
HafsaWaseemShahKhan
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***Featured by Wattpad*** Highest ranking #4 For a man used to ruling the British aristocracy, William Hamilton was contend being ruled by the young vixen who fell in his arms accidentally. For a woman used to being chased for her dowry and ridiculed for her lack of grace, Georgiana Malcolm has managed to stay positive through it all. When she falls for the man that ton calls "Angel" her confidence wavers, will she be enough to tie down a man like that. While the two of them try to see if their friendship could develop into something more, a sinister plot is being made to destroy them and everyone they love. Will their love survive the test of time?
Becoming Mrs. Martin oleh geeem27
Becoming Mrs. Martin
geeem27
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#14 in Reality 10/07/18 #13 in Reality 10/25/18 #13 in Reality 11/02/18 #9 in Reality 11/24/18 #8 in Reality 04/15/19 #4 in Reality 06/30/19 #7 in Reality 10/01/19 Austin Martin is poor, very poor. But he is smart, intelligent actually. If not for his family, he would have wanted to quit school so badly. He's the ONLY hope of his family, so he has to suceed no matter what. Then he met "Iza", the girl who captured his heart. She became his inspiration, his life and his everything. He's even willing to give up his dreams and goals in life, for her..until she broke his heart. Will he be able to forget his past and move on? Or will he choose to stay in love with the woman he had loved? Anica Elaine Adams is a spoiled brat who gets everything she wants. She's pretty and smart but clumsy. That's because she always have someone to do things for her. She likes everything to be perfect. And when she met Austin, she made up her mind to be his wife. That is when she realized that she can't get everything she wants. Will she be able to get the man of her dreams love her back? Loiuse Gaile "Iza" Araojo is a sweet, nice and kind woman with a broken heart. She was forced to break the heart of the man she truly loves. Will she be able to fight for her love until the very end? Will they be able to find their way to happiness? Or will they experience the "Heart Ache" of a lifetime?
Whiskey and Wine oleh SophieShambles
Whiskey and Wine
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Ally Anderson has the best life a girl could ask for. Good friends, a close family and her dream course. Everything's perfect-until it isn't. After disaster strikes the Anderson family, she can either fall behind or get with the picture. Getting with the picture comes with more drawbacks than it does perks. As the new legal guardian of her two younger sisters and the face behind her family's pub, her old carefree life seems like nothing but a fever dream. Roman Ledger has the whole world at his feet. As the recently crowned CEO of Ledger Industries, Roman must step into the esteemed boots of his Father and prove his worth to his company. Eager to impress, Roman's expansion plans are fast underway. With only one building left to buy out at urban sprawl's centre, Roman will stop at nothing to get the final piece: a family-owned pub, the Crystal Cavalry. After one night off the wagon lands Ally in billionaire Roman's bed, Ally recognises her sweet lover Roman as the same capitalist scumbag out to steal her bar. Attraction fizzles into hate and hate spirals into lust. Drawing the lines between business and pleasure is almost impossible when your enemy is already your lover.
Rediscovering Love oleh HHarrisAuthor
Rediscovering Love
HHarrisAuthor
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Carmella 'Ella' Camden, a curious and intelligent young woman, dreams of finding love and companionship. Despite her beauty and wit, she constantly feels overlooked by noble men during her social seasons, who only seem interested in her friends and relatives. Losing hope, Ella resigns herself to the life of a spinster. Meanwhile, Jeremiah 'Jeremy' Morvall, Duke of Darlington, returns to England after traveling for business, being left no choice he has to find a lady to shoo away the eager ladies and their mothers. Fate brings Jeremy and Ella together at a grand ball, where Ella seeks solace in the Duke's library, surrounded by books that have always been her faithful companions. Little does she know that Jeremy instantly becomes captivated by her enchanting presence. However, Ella's past experiences have left her feeling unworthy of such attention, and she dismisses Jeremy's interest as nothing more than a fleeting curiosity. As Jeremy persistently pursues Ella's affections, the walls around her heart begin to crumble. But can Ella overcome her insecurities and allow herself to believe in love once more? Will Jeremy's true motives be exposed, or will he prove himself to be a genuine and devoted suitor? "Rediscovering Love" is a heartwarming historical romance that explores themes of self-discovery, overcoming past disappointments, and finding love when least expected. Readers will be swept away on a journey filled with tender moments, unexpected twists, and the undeniable power of true love. #1 IN SEASON - 05TH MARCH 2025 #1 IN HISTORICAL - 18TH JUNE 2024 #2 IN HISTORICAL - 31ST OCTOBER 2024