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Bride of Carreon (Allure Men Series#1) by inpoetica
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First Book of Allure Men Series Eris Jace Salazar, a strong and independent woman determined to stand on her own, makes a deal with Lorenzo Feline Carreon III, the ridiculously handsome heir of a powerful family, who was hiding a secret that could ruin everything he has. She needs the money. He needs a way out. And the solution just happens to be a sham marriage neither of them truly wanted. The rules were supposed to keep things simple, pretend to be happily married, keep their emotions out of it, and under no circumstances let anyone discover the truth. But living under one roof, pretending to be a real couple, turns out to be more complicated than they thought. Started writing: September 19 2019 Ended writing: November 4 2025
Light Over Me (Soledad de Merced #3) by sulatniserene
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Kio Soledad de Merced always kept his life quiet and private. He never wanted anything flashy and grand. Attention and spotlight were the two things he never wanted to have. Calm and easy, that's how he preferred his life. Shiloh Lumiere Bendia's life was far from what he wanted, she was born for the spotlight. Living under the scrutinizing eyes of the world, Lumiere's life consists of cameras and flashes following her whenever she moves. The world gravitates around her, and everyone who sees her is drawn to her light, including him. The moment he saw her on that stage with the spotlight shining on her, he knew he would spend his whole life admiring her from afar. But with the twist of fate and a little luck, his fate might have changed. A secret moment. A lingering stare. Quick stolen moments behind the camera that no one knows about. But to what extent can they sacrifice for a losing battle they knew they would never win? To love is to risk. To risk requires courage and courage is only found in places we're too scared to take. ---- Date Started: March 2025 Date Finished: June 15, 2025
Spaces in Between (Soledad de Merced #1) by sulatniserene
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Disclaimer: This is the first book that I've ever written. Proceed with caution and understanding. --->> Hiraya Francesca is the golden child of Eunthastica University Foundation, the genius prodigy is bound to nothing but success. She treaded her life with grace and confidence. For her, failure isn't a roadblock but a redirection for something greater. A perfectly curated diamond amidst stone and sand. A perfectly curated success in a world full of commonness and mediocrity. Hiraya can have anything in this world, may it be beauty, brain, or boys. Everything. Except for Deimos Soledad de Merced. Kaya noong nagkaroon ng pagkakataon at hinayaan nitong makapasok si Hiraya sa buhay nito ay hindi na niya pinalagpas pa ito. She seized her chance and gambled, ngunit tama nga yata ang sabi nila; lahat ng matatalino, pag dating sa pag ibig ay nagiging bobo. She poured her heart and soul into all the oceans that she sailed and the spaces in between that she crossed, only to be welcomed by betrayal and loss. She loved him, he despised her. She trusted him, he betrayed her. She watched him tore her kingdom, and offer it to his own queen. Stripped out of her own title, the golden child lost her kingdom and crown. Date started: December 2023 Date finished: December 2024
Kissing the Winter Goodbye (Soledad de Merced #2) by sulatniserene
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Disclaimer: This is the second book that I've ever written. Please proceed with caution and understanding. --->> Eros Soledad de Merced was born to lead, rule, and dominate. Born as the eldest grandson of Soledad de Merced, everyone knew the weight of the crown he was born to carry. He was a man destined to lead. A boy who was born to rule. A man who carried the weight of his responsibilities with excellence and perfection. Eros knew what was expected of him at a very young age, so everything was carved into his mind. He knew his life, and he knew his future. For him, there was no room for failure. It was perfect, it was good... until it wasn't. One summer. A girl named Winter. Cold as her name might sound, yet she was able to set fire to his perfectly drawn life. The plans that were carefully built along his path suddenly became unclear. And amid his crumbling life was her, Winter Eloise Cojuangco. The woman who owns the pair of the most perfect forest green eyes he'd ever seen. The woman he left behind to fulfill what was expected of him. And the very same woman also happens to be the mother of his son. Date Started: December 2024 Date Finished: February 2025
The Court's Masterpiece (Bar Series #1) by nevertofadingstars
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Forced to enter law school, Artellia Mercaveles wants to prove to her ex-boyfriend and her mother that she can finish her degree despite her passion for the arts. But when she meets Fierro and her newfound friends, she soon realizes that life is more than living up to someone else's expectations. *** Art is the heartbeat of Artellia Mercaveles' soul. But when her boyfriend admits he cheated with someone from law school, she vows to prove him wrong and show the world she can be a lawyer despite her passion for the arts. Living under the shadow of her mother, a celebrated bar topnotcher, the pressure to succeed weighs heavily on her shoulders. Law school becomes her battlefield, and crossing paths with Fierro Oeuvre Fortaverde is the twist she never saw coming. Yet as destiny unfolds, Artellia realizes that chasing everyone's expectations is an endless void. She must now fight to define herself, not how others demand, but as the masterpiece she was always meant to become. DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. ILLUSTRATED BY: ArtbyMakade COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano
In the Midst of the Crowd (Loser #1) by inksteady
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THE LOSERS' CLUB SERIES #1 Have you ever been so smitten with someone that you were just so grateful they existed? Tipong makita mo lang siya, solved ka na. Kahit hindi mo siya makausap o makasama, inspired na inspired ka. That was the case for Dawn Karsen Navarro, a die-hard fan of a prominent singer and songwriter, Dior Kobe Gallardo. Kahit pa laging General Admission ticket lang ang nabibili niya at halos kasinlaki lang ng gagamba ang natatanaw niya mula sa upuan, marinig niya lang ang boses ng binata, kuntento na siya. So, when luck pulled a trick on her poor heart, she didn't hesitate to take advantage of the opportunity. She went from being in the farthest row to being in the backstage, from seeing only a glimpse of her idol to a face-to-face encounter, and from hearing only a fraction of his life to knowing everything there was to know about him. She had made a lot of progress. But, why did she go back to being seated in the farthest row? Why did she go back to being just a mere fan? After everything they vowed, why did she go back to being a stranger in the midst of the crowd?
The Billionaire's Hidden Son (Cavanaugh #1) by reintold
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After getting pregnant at a young age, Calista Belmonte tries her best to keep her son hidden from his father, Lazarus Cavanaugh. But when their paths cross again, can the truths of the past finally bring them together, or will it only keep them further apart? *** Simple yet beautiful, Calista Belmonte can catch the attention of the people around her without even trying. With her parents living abroad, she must focus on her studies and be independent at a young age. However, an unexpected encounter with Lazarus Cavanaugh turns into a bigger mistake, leaving Calista pregnant with their son. As their paths cross again, Calista tries to keep her son hidden from Lazarus, only to end up on his side again. With their new connection and a possible second shot at love, can Calista and Lazarus embrace the hope of a fresh start and make everything right this time? Or will the truths of their past continue to hurt them and push them further apart? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano
Wondrous Mystica (Reincarnated as a Weak Princess)  by Miss_Crescentia
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A weak and desperate princess of Terrain Kingdom. Princess Zhianna Celestiana Terra. She will do everything to get back the love and attention of the people around her. Which will lead her to her own death and the destruction of the Wondrous Mystica - their world. Killian Zhianna Ynares. Also known as the Cold Empress of the Mafia Organization from Earth. She's ruthless, cold and dangerous. She trained her self to be the best in everything. To kill the person behind her nightmares. Wondrous Mystica needs a savior. Killian Zhianna Ynares will be reincarnated in the body of the weak and desperate princess.
Found You, Cindirella (Cast a Spell Series #2) by Celestiarora
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A perfect pair of shoes that fits perfectly in Cinderella's feet. Shoes that are meant for her. Shoes that she was willing to bare the pain as long as she danced that shoes with him. Shoes she loved to wear whenever she wanted... Now are hidden inside a silver box, tucked behind the eyes of people. Shoes she couldn't wear any longer. Not because it doesn't fit her feet any longer. But because it doesn't fit her role anymore. She's no longer meant to wear woman's shoes. Because in order to protect him... she'll need to fit her feet on a man's shoes. Cast a Spell Series #2 Start: 4/29/24 End: 7/24/24 Note: I do not own the picture
AZRIEL'S OBSESSION (Completed) by bubblxdtea
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Azriel Danzel Nickolson is a 26-year-old man and already ready to settle down. Having the most handsome face, tall height, manly and muscular body, every woman is willing to throw themselves to him. But he only craves for Seleira Farrah's attention and love so bad. He became a hopeless creep and stalked her for five years. When her family's business is about to get bankcrupt, he immediately took advantage and manipulate things to get her married to him. Azriel is the sweetest man. He spoils his wife and gives everything that she wants. However, no one would want to see him jealous. Because if he is, he doesn't care either you have the same blood, the other man should be gone. --- Read Azriel's Obsession and join them with their rollercoaster journey! This book isn't just about cuddles, love, and desire. Everything woud make sense once the story reaches its rising action and up to the peak, the climax! A good book doesn't reveal all of its secrets at once. City girl Seleira, marrying Azriel, would they really last until the end? --- All photos in this book aren't mine. They are all from google. Credits goes to the real owners. PICTURE IN THE BOOK COVER: from pinterest --- Started: Nov. 21, 2020 Ended: March 27, 2021