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She Blooms in Steel by LilRaynee
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Athena Marchetti has survived the silence, the secrets, and the steel walls of her family's legacy. Now seventeen, she's stepping into a world that's both familiar and new - a prestigious private academy where the weight of her name follows her like a shadow. By her side are Lulu and Jules, her fierce and loyal best friends, sisters in all but blood. Together, they navigate the highs and lows of teenage life, carving out space for laughter, dreams, and unbreakable bonds. But when Matteo Ricci, the brooding and notorious heir of a rival family, crosses her path, Athena's carefully guarded world begins to shift. Surrounded by her fiercely protective brothers and caught between loyalty and desire, Athena must learn what it means to stand tall, trust in love, and bloom in the harshest steel. Book 2
Blood & Bloom by LilRaynee
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Eight-year-old Athena Dimitriou has never known safety. Raised by a mother who loved her but resented her, and a man who hid his violence behind closed doors, she learned early how to stay small, quiet, and invisible. Until the night everything shattered. When her mother is found dead and her stepfather vanishes, DNA results reveal an impossible truth-Athena is the illegitimate daughter of one of America's most powerful Mafia dons. Whisked away to New York, she finds herself in a palace of cold steel and burning loyalty, under the protection of five ruthless brothers who rule a criminal empire. She was born in silence. They raise her in steel. But beneath the violence lies something unexpected-soft hands, warm arms, a family that will kill for her, die for her... and teach her, at last, how to live. Book 1
His mistake | βœ” by livy0o
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She came for a job. She woke up in his bed. Neither of them remembers how. Dimitri Volkov, a cold and ruthless CEO, wants nothing to do with the girl who nearly ruined his name. Elena Rivera just wants to forget the night that changed everything. But when a pregnancy test turns positive, forgetting is no longer an option.
π…πŽπ‘ π˜πŽπ” βœ“ by helloobabess
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𝐁𝐨𝐬𝐬/𝐞𝐦𝐩π₯𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐞, 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐀𝐩π₯𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’ π€π’π¦πžπž π™πšπ«π’πš 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐨π₯𝐝. A 24 years old hard working secretary that always likes to keep things to herself and avoid trouble. She has been working for the same company for three years and in all that time, she has been ignored by her boss. And that's how she liked it to be. π‹πžπ¨π§πšπ«ππ¨ 𝐀𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐒𝐬 π‡π²ππž. A 36 years old successful and powerful CEO that would rather be at work than anywhere else. Aimee never expected that things between her and her grumpy boss would soon start to change. And this time she will have to figure out her feelings for Mr. Hyde. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "You still haven't asked me to be your girlfriend." "I don't want you to be just my girlfriend. I want you to be my EVERYTHING." Highest rankings: #1 in officeromance #1 in sunshine #1 in sweet girl #2 in billionaire #1 in boss #2 in rich #1 in grumpy #2 in ceo #3 in workplace #8 in employee #1 in foryou #1 in assistant #3 in romance #1 in sweet romance #2 in agegap #1 in cute love #3 in sweet #2 in business #1 in cute
You will forever be my always  by Izzyreadsx
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She never met someone that is so cold and soft at the same time, that is mean to everyone, and not to mention he is super hot. He never met someone so shy, that only minds her own business, and is a total darling and makes his cold heart melt. Liliana Smith is a total angel, she is shy, and the girl that had no friends and her parents are workaholic, she just finished high school and is about to go to college. Greyson Carter is the opposite of Liliana he is cold, has lots of friends, is a hockey player, and has the perfect family. He is on his second year of college. As everyone says, opposites attract each other.
Have Faith by littleLo
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A chance encounter between two people changes the trajectories of their lives forever. Cassian Kensington was a poverty stricken man, on the brink of starvation, before a chance encounter with a mysterious woman changes everything. Leaving him with only her name - Faith - and a purse full of coins, she tells him to make something of himself. But years later, fate is not finished with Cassian and Faith, and brings them together again ...
When two worlds collide Mafia romance by helennii
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When two worlds collide, the most dangerous thing is falling in love. Lena's ordinary life takes a dark turn when she saves a stranger from an attack, unwittingly entangling herself in the violent world of Nikolai- a powerful and feared mafia leader. What begins as a reluctant connection fuelled by danger and necessity soon becomes something deeper as Lena is drawn to the man behind the power: intense, protective, and unyieldingly devoted to her. Nikolai knows he should stay away from Lena-she doesn't belong in his world, a place defined by control and chaos. But no matter how hard he tries to keep his distance, her strength and quiet defiance pull him closer. When a dangerous rival targets Lena to get to him, Nikolai is forced to confront his feelings, vowing to protect her at any cost-even if it means putting his empire on the line. Just a note- Bad boy good girl and hate to love type thing. There is some fighting/violence Please leave a comment whether you like the story or not, I really appreciate any feedback. Vote as well if you like it. Thanks for reading!
Afraid to love by helennii
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Sofia, eager to embark on her university journey, relocates to the bustling city with her close friend. In their quest for independence, they find themselves sharing an apartment with two fighters whose pasts are shrouded in secrecy. Among them, Sofia is drawn Daniel, a self-assured boxer. As Sofia settles into her new life, a series of unsettling events unfold. She becomes the target of an elusive presence that shadows her every move during the night. The pervasive feeling of being watched casts a veil of paranoia over her newfound independence. Is Daniel the source of her unease, or is he her dangerous protector?
Dumped! by XxSassyCynicxX
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Deana Carter has always been superstitious and cynical. She's always waiting for the other shoe to drop and expecting the inevitable - disappointment. So, when she meets Matthew Stewart, she can't help her cynicism. It's all too good to be true. However, she begins to warm up to the thoughts of happily ever after . . . until she's standing alone in the wedding chapel - an abandoned bride. She quickly curls back into her dark jaded hole of negativity and becomes caustic, putting all her energy and thoughts into her work. Then, news about the merger comes to light. Her company is merging with the top graphic design company in the country. She doesn't put much thought to it and immerses herself in her work even more. And then she meets Jeremy Harrington . . . . .
Homeless by amba9999
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Daphne lives with her brother Mark on the streets. A chance encounter with Nathaniel tangles their lives together. As Daphne tries to make a life for herself and her brother, feelings brew between her and Nathaniel. But when old secrets about Daphne's life come to light, will Daphne trust Nathaniel to help her fight the monsters from her past? Or will she chose to run away once again? This is a homeless girl's journey to find herself and love, escaping the past and the streets. Trigger Warning: This book contains elements of physical and sexual abuse, panic attacks, and references to drug use and rape.