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Belonging  by islaholland
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Anastasiya has been alone since before she could remember. She's used to abuse, to torment, to being a victim to bullies and their nasty ways. She doesn't have a family, and she's okay with that. That's the way it's always been. Until it isn't. She's pulled out of her school lesson on the day of her thirteenth birthday by her new guardian: her oldest brother. She's thrusted into a new life - although it doesn't differ from her last one too much. Surrounded by a family she feels doesn't care for her and other children who make it their personal mission to ruin Anastasiya's already terrible days, she's forced to deal with a whirlwind of emotions that plague her as well as combat the plethora of problems that come to her while being completely alone, with nobody by her side.
Alora by amslovestowrite
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Alora's life hasn't always been pretty. What with an abusive father, getting put into the system, having been bounced around the system, and getting separated from her brothers for two years really takes a toll on you. When Alora is placed with emotionally and physically abusive foster parents, her mental health goes down the drain. But her brothers that haven't contacted her in four months suddenly want to come back into her life, things get complicated. Follow Alora and her older brother on their journey to rekindle their relationship and find their places in each others lives. Trigger Warning- Bulimia Nervosa, Self Harm, Panic Attacks, PTSD, Trauma, and Physical Abuse
Little Miss Valenti by Siivu26
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For over a century, the Valenti Mafia has produced only sons. Generation after generation, the powerful family expanded its empire through ruthless leaders, feared heirs, and dangerous men whose names alone commanded respect throughout the underworld. Then, after decades of waiting, a daughter was finally born. Aria Valenti. The youngest child of the Valenti family and the only girl among eight older brothers. To the outside world, she is the family's greatest treasure. To Aria, she is simply a frightened eleven-year-old girl living in a mansion full of men she barely knows. Her brothers are feared throughout the country-mafia bosses, strategists, enforcers, and heirs to a criminal empire. They are not warm. They are not gentle. They do not know how to comfort a child. And Aria is terrified of every single one of them. Having spent most of her life surrounded by nannies, tutors, and distant relatives while her brothers managed the family empire, Aria has grown up believing she is little more than an obligation. She keeps to herself, never asks for anything, and tries her best not to be a burden. But when a small accident reveals just how isolated and vulnerable she truly is, her brothers begin to notice the little sister they have overlooked for years. What starts as concern soon becomes something far more dangerous. Because someone is watching Aria. Someone inside the mafia world is searching for her. And buried within the Valenti family's history lies a secret connected to the last daughter of the bloodline-a secret powerful enough to threaten the empire itself. As enemies close in and old family secrets come to light, Aria finds herself caught between fear and trust, surrounded by eight intimidating brothers who may not know how to express affection-but who would destroy anyone who dares to hurt the only daughter of House Valenti. In a family built on power, loyalty, and blood, one small girl may become the most important Valenti of them all.
The Brother in the Shadows by Elara_Nyx07
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Ten years ago, the youngest heir of the Vale empire vanished. The war ended. The enemies fell. But he never came back. Now a new student walks into Blackwood Academy. Quiet. Observant. Untouchable. Two of the Vale brothers can't explain why he feels familiar. Why his silence feels like something they lost. He doesn't flinch when they threaten him. Doesn't bow when they command him. Doesn't care who they are. But he knows things. Too many things. And every time danger gets close- It disappears. The Vale brothers have a feeling. The enemy has a plan. And the truth? The truth might destroy them all. But who is the boy watching them from the shadows? Why does he look at them like strangers... and like home at the same time? And when the past finally comes for them- will blood be enough to bring him back?
Too Dangerous To Touch by annasdiary_
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''π’π‘πž π₯𝐨𝐨𝐀𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐦𝐞 𝐰𝐒𝐭𝐑 𝐒𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐲𝐞𝐬... 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈 π₯𝐨𝐨𝐀𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐫 π₯𝐒𝐀𝐞 𝐚 𝐬𝐒𝐧 𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐒𝐭 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐒𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐒𝐧.'' °❀⋆.ೃ࿔*:ο½₯°❀⋆.ೃ࿔*:ο½₯ Zane Galanis was one of the most feared MMA fighters in the country. Known for his violent temper, brutal fights, and cold personality, people stayed far away from him for a reason. At twenty-four years old, Zane had already built a reputation for himself both inside and outside the cage. Covered in tattoos with intimidating olive-green eyes and a dangerous attitude, he was the type of man parents warned their daughters about. And honestly? They were right to. But Zane never cared what anyone thought about him. He hated feelings, avoided attachments, and had no interest in love. Until he saw her, Amara Yves. The soft-spoken nineteen-year-old girl who showed up at one of his matches with her friend. With dark doe eyes, long black curls, and the sweetest smile he had ever seen, Amara was everything Zane wasn't. Gentle. Feminine. Innocent. The kind of girl who spent her time reading books, drinking iced coffee, and seeing good in everyone. She was too soft for his world. And the worst part? Zane couldn't stay away from her. For the first time in his life, he wanted something he knew he would ruin. The more he pushed her away, the more obsessed he became. Because no matter how dangerous he was... Amara made him feel human again. But monsters don't deserve soft girls. And Zane Galanis knew better than anyone that loving him came with consequences. To the world, he was dangerous. To her, he was just Zane. He spent his whole life fighting everyone around him. Until he met the girl who made him fight himself instead. Starting date - May 14th, 2026
What They Didn't Know by jjumiiMinnie
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Luca's the loud one. Marco's the one who watches his back. Their whole lives, it's been just the two of them against their mother. Then she crashes her car, the state runs a DNA test, and suddenly they have five older brothers and a father who aren't supposed to exist.
Isolate by starsintheuniverse
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No one ever wanted Riley Knight: not her father, who made sure she didn't have any part in his or his families life; not her mother, who resented her for virtually everything; nor her step father, who has hated her since before she was born. Not even her own big brothers -- the ones who are suppose to love and protect her no matter what -- wanted her. Or so she thought. Riley is the product of an affair -- well her and her twin brother, Rome, are -- but she never had two parents. See, her father has always had "something against" the female sex and therefore, it is weak in his eyes to have a daughter. So he kept Rome and sent Riley away from the second the twins were born. He is the one responsible for turning his six sons against his youngest child and only daughter and, therefore, chaining her to a life of abuse and neglect. But did he succeed? Following her fathers death 7 years ago, Riley's brothers have taken a bigger interest in her and her quality of life, ensuring it was up to par. But all is still not perfect among the Knight siblings. Will Riley finally find her solace among her big brothers? Will they find out about the horrors she faces on a day-to-day basis? Can this family ever become one again ... or do the scars run too deep?
The Safest Hours by CamCam_2122
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Eden Amato was the treasured baby of her family. She knew what her life was like, but her family allowed a level of ignorance towards it. Until her 18th birthday, when she was suddenly married to Jackson Walsh, the soon-to-be leader of the Walsh Clan. As the wedding date approaches, Eden realizes things aren't as simple as they seem. She soon finds herself in over her head, marrying all three of the Walsh brothers. Betrayal runs deep, making for some interesting developments. Will she be able to love all three? Or will lust rule the relationship, leaving no room for love? β™” β™” β™” β™” β™” β™” β™” β™” β™” β™” I pulled all my hair to one side to adjust my necklace, when I felt hands on my shoulders. I jumped and turned, startled to see Callum standing behind me. "What're you doing?" I say, trying to shrug him off. But my shock turns to borderline terror when he plants a kiss at the base of my neck. I freeze, not knowing what's happening. My fiance is sitting across from me and his brother is kissing me. And no one in my family is here. If they find out, they'll either kill him or me. "You smell so sweet, Eden." His hand grasps my jaw, tilting my head to the side for better access. I stop moving, not out of fear, but something else. This doesn't feel bad. "Did you like that, Eden? Because there will be a lot more of that." I turn to look at Jackson, who is smirking slightly. "I'm not the only one you're marrying, Eden. You'll be marrying all 3 of us." I stop breathing all together.
My Irregular Heartbeat by hushnovella
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𝐃𝐫.π€π«πžπ¬ never believed in love. As one of the top cardiologists in the country, he was known for being cold, quiet, and completely focused on his work. He had everything people dreamed of-success, money, respect-but emotions were never a part of his life. Until one evening. A simple glance at a girl sitting in a cafΓ© leaves him restless in a way he has never felt before. He tries to ignore it, convince himself it means nothing, but no matter how hard he tries, he can't seem to forget her. And just when he thinks he'll never see her again, she walks into his hospital as a new intern. Maybe some people are meant to change your life without even trying.
His Foreign Sunshine by Daisysarehere
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Two years of secret calls. One long distance love. A plane ticket to a new world. Lilith thought she was surprising her boyfriend for their anniversary. Instead, she walked right into a betrayal she never saw coming. Stranded in a country she doesn't know and miles away from her home, Lilith is forced to survive on her own. But when she runs into a man who is as grumpy as he is mysterious, she realizes that sometimes, getting lost is the only way to be found. Tropes in this story:- - GrumpyΓ—sunshine -green flag male and female lead - age-gap -he falls first and harder