Aurora's life had always been about survival, each day a quiet battle against fear and pain. When her stepfather was finally arrested, she thought the fight was over. But leaving one dangerous world meant stepping into another-one she didn't fully understand. Now, she's living with seven older brothers she barely knows, their lives a tangle of secrets and shadows they never speak of. Their house is loud, protective, and filled with rules she's afraid to break. For Aurora, it's a new kind of survival. For her brothers, it's a chance to keep her safe-no matter what it takes.

Evangeline-bearer of good news. That's what her name meant, and that's exactly what she was. When Alessandro gets a call from a social worker in Chicago asking him if he would be willing to finally take his sister in after so many years, he is ecstatic. Finally, he had something good to tell his brothers. The exact thing they needed to fill the void in their home, their family, and their lives. When certain secrets under wraps come undone, and certain people make their way into their finally glued together family, Evie has to learn how to balance love, forgiveness, and fury, as well as the unbearable grief that came with the loss of her twin brother.

"The rules for a Mafia wife were endless and strict. Once she entered into this life she would never be free. Women in the Mafia were first daughters, then wives, and then mothers; always under the control of a man, always expected to live up to their expectations." A woman who yields to no man, who cannot be obedient, is not made to be a Mafia wife. Liliana Fiorenza, the headstrong granddaughter of a Sicilian Mafia Don, was not made to be a Mafia wife. Yet, she is forced to return to America and marry the infamous and secretive D'Onofrio heir. Marcello D'Onofrio, the heir to the D'Onofrio legacy, has gained himself a reputation for being far more ruthless than his father ever was. He now sits at the head of one of the most powerful American Mafia families in New York, consumed entirely by his work. Until, that is, he is forced to take on a wife - one who fights him at every turn. TW: Contains violence, assault, depression, and covers the topic of suicide. COMPLETED / BEING EDITED

A year after losing her older sister in a tragic accident, Charlie's Mom marries the father of the most popular boys in school. Still grieving, Charlie struggles to accept her new family and gets involved with her stepbrothers worst enemy, the captain of the rival team. Things only gets more complicated when she suspects the people closest to her are keeping secrets with harmful consequences. As Charlie tries to navigate her new life, she starts to realises her new family may impact her more than she thought. Top Rankings #1 in teen fiction #1 in young adult #1 in rivalry #1 in outsider #2 in humour #5 in romance If you like a story that keeps you guessing, this story may be for you. With Charlie's stubborn and impulsive nature, she always finds herself in difficult situations. Underlying Charlie's predicaments, a mystery runs through the plot. But above all, Sidelines is an energetic fun book with many twists and turns. Give it a chance and maybe it'll be your next favourite book ;) [this story should only be available on wattpad, if you see it elsewhere please let me know as they've stolen my work :/] Copyright © classicdisposition 2020. All rights reserved.

**WATTPAD & INKITT ARE MY ONLY PUBLISHING PLATFORMS. IF YOU SEE MY BOOKS ANYWHERE ELSE, PLEASE REPORT THEM!!** A 19 year old woman went through her teen years not in the easiest way. A few days after her 18th birthday, she found out she was pregnant, not to mention the father had no longer been in the picture. She finds herself on her own as her family disagreed with her choices of keeping the baby and disowned her, leaving her on the streets to fend for herself. She gets by the next 9 months with the last of her cash she built up over the past few years in motels, shelters and food banks up until the day she gave birth to her beautiful baby girl. Knowing she wasn't able to provide for her child, she tried multiple adoption centres, baby units, care centres but found herself refusing every one. A 20 year old man lived his life care free, drinking with his friends, providing for himself with a well paid job and strolling through life like a walk in the park. But one thing he didn't plan for is opening his door in the morning to wails and screams coming from a carrier with a simple note saying "She's yours." DISCLAIMER: There is some key information missing that could lead to a lot of confusion for some parts of the story and the timeline is a little chopped up, but I thank you for your patience when reading the book and hope you enjoy! :) Word Count: 38,000+ No.1 in #fatherhood from 2020-22. No.1 in #ex from 2021-March 2022. No.1 in #problematic in January 2023. 100K Views - April 2022.

Everything seemed to be going well for the King family. All kids were happy, heathy, and cared for. Until one day the King's princess was taken from them. Penelope is a optimistic girl. She's sweet, caring and kind. But don't be fooled, she knows how to put people in their place if necessary. She's smart, strategic and curses more than adults do. She's adventurous and can never sit in one spot for too long. She's also been hurt by people who were supposed to care for her. She's a bright light living in a dark world. But she'll never let anyone dim her light. The King brothers run the American Mafia. Their cold, ruthless and dead inside. Ever since their little sister was taken, they've shut down their emotions. 'No feelings no emotions means no hurt' is their life motto. But what happens when they've run into a girl, quite literally, who looks and acts exactly like their little princess. Follow the King's story to find out.

Blake Rossi is the Don of the Italian Mafia. He's cold, demanding and emotionless. He took over Don after his father stepped down, and ever since he's become more distant and mean. Blake will do anything to protect his mafia. He's even agreed to an arranged marriage with a woman who only thinks of herself and with her daughter who is exactly like her mother. Davina Foster is a teenager who lives on the run. Recently she lives at an orphanage with people who are cruel and wicked. She's sweet, loud and wears her heart on her sleeve. But she's got a past she's been running from. What's happens when Davina gets kidnapped by some local gang to get back at her father. Only problem is they think she is the daughter of Blake Rossi, Italian mob boss. She knows it's not true cause she knows who her father is and it's the reason why she keeps running. Is Davina really Blake's daughter? Or not? Will Blake's heart warm with Davina in his life? Or will he still be cold? Will Davina accept help from a stranger? Or will she keep doing what she knows best...run?

Charlotte Evans, a naive but very intelligent ten year old girl. She has 4 amazing older brothers that would do anything for her. They all have their own battles, but they fight them together. **You may laugh at some parts or be annoyed at some of the character, but I urge you to read this book. It may put a smile on your face and that is all I'm hoping to accomplish.

phoenix, in short nix, is a 3 year old toddler who was separated from her parents when she was about 8 months. she stays with her grandparents in a small town called Dreake. what happens when her grandparents die mysteriously?what will be her reaction when she comes to know that not only does she have parents but she also have 4 elder brothers? read on to find out. _________________________________________ This is a completely fictional story. The names and places mentioned are imaginary and I do not own any of the pictures I post in here. But I own all rights of this story so please don't copy.

"You aren't alone anymore, Atticus. Now, you have seven big, strong brothers to protect you." ~~~~ Pain and cruelty is all twelve-year-old Atticus has ever known. After being taken from his loving family at the mere age of two, he was placed in a cold, cruel world with no one to protect or shield him. In the ten years that Atticus has been missing, he has been abused by people he believes are his mother and father. Locked in a basement his whole life, he is naturally very shy and naive. After his kidnapping, his family has never stopped searching for the youngest member of their large family. So what happens when one day a neighbor reports hearing concerning noises from Atticus's house? One quick call later, his family has been informed of the youngest siblings situation and are quite eager to bring him home. How will Atticus adapt to a loving environment after so many years of being alone? ~~~~ Started: 6/7/22 Finished: XX/XX/XX