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Backstreet Angels by randomlygore
Backstreet Angels
randomlygore
  • Reads 2,168
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  • Parts 17
Raisa thought she was escaping her past. But when she's sent to live with her grandmother, she's drawn into a world of danger and forbidden desire. Rafael Hamza is a street racer with a record, whispered about in rumors of violence and crime. Despite the warnings, Raisa is drawn to him like a moth to a flame. His presence lights up her bleak existence, offering a taste of excitement and danger she's never known. But fire, too, brings light before burning everything in its path. His world is full of illicit thrills, and the line between right and wrong blurs with every heartbeat. As their lives intertwine and their fiery passion ignites, Raisa must navigate the treacherous waters of Rafael's world. As their worlds collide, the line between love and destruction blurs. Can they survive the chaos they've unleashed? Or will it consume them both? _______[NEW CHAPTERS EVERY SUNDAY]_______ Loosely based on real events/people, "Backstreet Angels" is a story where the pulse-pounding rush of first love meets the harsh realities of a life lived on the edge of law. But bad decisions always have consequences, some harsher than others. Trigger warning list can be found in the intro (Part 1).
Bound To The Seduction by Jiranipoa
Bound To The Seduction
Jiranipoa
  • Reads 10,335
  • Votes 1,345
  • Parts 48
Betrayed by the men in her life, Sarah must come to terms with her past and learn to trust again in order to get the future she deserves. Will she give herself a second chance? *** Meet Sarah Suarez, a talented young woman at the start of her career doing all she can to provide for her family. With a sick mother, a little brother to provide for, a runaway dad, and an unreliable fiancé, her life is anything but easy. She braves through the storms that life throws her to get what she deserves. This comes at the expense of a broken heart. Henry Salva is the youngest CEO of Xian Enterprises and the heir to Salva Corporation. Don't be fooled by his gentle and harmless demeanor. He is a ruthless businessman. His heart had died once. What will happen when the two of them cross paths? Will they learn to trust again? And when Henry's first love returns, who will he choose? *trigger warning: has minor PTSD episodes. [word count: 95, 000 - 100,000 words] #1 in NewAdult ||Edited to the best of my ability|| (feel free to point out whatever error you may notice)
If you only knew... by alyedizzygirl
If you only knew...
alyedizzygirl
  • Reads 7,907
  • Votes 1,765
  • Parts 76
What do you do when your heart yearns for something your mind can't embrace? How do you tame the feelings that keep surfacing for someone special, knowing you're committed to another? Ana Rose embarks on a new journey as a secret agent. Although she has a loving family and a supportive fiancé, she feels that something is missing in her life. Her thirst for adventure and desire to push her boundaries lead her to join the prestigious Black Veil company. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she is unexpectedly paired with a strikingly beautiful and mysterious young man for their missions. From the moment they meet, an intense desire ignites within her. Her untamed spirit and daring attitude harmoniously intertwine with his shy, reserved nature, creating a captivating connection that draws them irresistibly together. As they tackle dangerous challenges side by side, an unbreakable bond forms between them. Their playful banter only serves to amplify the undeniable chemistry, pushing their partnership beyond the confines of mere co-workers. Caught in a storm of emotions, Ana struggles with the reality of her intensifying feelings. Is that just a fleeting passion, a powerful attraction, or something deeper? Meanwhile, guilt gnaws at her conscience, reminding her of the possessive fiancé waiting for her at home. Faced with a choice between a stable life and the potential of following her heart, she must decide: will she embrace the unknown, or will she suppress her desires to maintain the comfortable life she has built with her fiancé?
I Like Your Venom Sweet (... And Your Poison Deadly) by lemonsindecay
I Like Your Venom Sweet (... And Your Poison Deadly)
lemonsindecay
  • Reads 9,424
  • Votes 695
  • Parts 49
Leandra Sienna Macheras is the daughter of the city's Godfather, the leader of the most powerful mob family in town. But her world is shaken as a new criminal organization, known as The Hydra, rises to challenge her family's dominance. Headed by five men who quickly rose in the underground ranks, The Hydra is determined to dismantle the Macheras' empire and rebuild the city under their rule. What they don't expect is the undeniable pull of Sienna, whose allure becomes a weapon none of them can resist. As Sienna begins to see the dark truth behind her father's regime and confronts the desires she's long suppressed, she and her friends switch sides-teaming up with The Hydra to overthrow the old guard. Together, they set out to remake the city's criminal underworld... and enjoy every dangerous, thrilling moment of it. This is mainly a reverse harem, but it's not the sole focus. It's a character-driven story of moral grayness. It also delves into themes of human trafficking, abuse, sexual violence, and others (see warnings below). Yet it also explores friendships, families, and LGBTQ+ scenes and storylines. So prepare for one hell of a ride. "Sorry, darling, I get a little jumpy when I see snakes in my grass." ------- WARNING: THIS STORY IS INTENDED FOR AUDIENCE OVER 18. IT CONTAINS ⧳ Violence (and lots of it) ⧳ Sexual Content (even more of it) ⧳ BDSM ⧳ Alcohol and drug consumption ⧳ Explicit Language ⧳ Scenes of human and child trafficking ⧳ References to sexual violence, child abuse, pedophilia, and animal abuse ------- Started: 08/29/2024 Draft Complete: 01/28/2025 ------- 🥉 Romance Category | Harvest Festival | Astania Awards 2024
Cover Shop by NattKuznetsov
Cover Shop
NattKuznetsov
  • Reads 219,076
  • Votes 31,570
  • Parts 148
Covers, character aesthetics and other fancy-shmancy stuff. I accept all genres, all fandoms and all types. HMU, how 'bout that? ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ HIGHEST RANKING #1 in CoverMaker #1 in Covers #1 in CoverShop #1 in Design #1 in BookCovers #1 in Communities #1 in PhotoEdit #1 in CoverArt #1 in CoverCreator #1 in Appeal #1 in Graphics #1 in Banners #1 GraphicsShop #1 CoverRequest