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A Marriage Most Inconvenient by zeen2805
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Forced into marriage by duty and obligation, The Duke and Duchess of Rothbury parted ways a week after saying their vows under the explicit understanding that theirs was a marriage in name only. There would be no expectations of love, fidelity, or romance. The Duke hates the American Heiress who married him only for his title, completely unaffected by the senseless tragedy that had made their marriage necessary in the first place. When an illness forces him to retire to the country, he makes sure to choose the property where his wife wouldn't be. Except that she is, and she is still as insufferable as ever. The Duchess resents the man who killed her youthful dreams of love and abandoned her to live his bachelor life unencumbered. When she is jilted by her lover, and faced with inevitable ridicule, she decides to retire to her beloved estate in Cornwall, where she runs an orphanage. Never once does she expect to run into her cold, selfish, insufferable arse of a husband! Forced into each other's company by circumstance, the couple begin to unravel their individual prejudices. Resentment turns into respect and friendship. Respect and friendship soon turn into attraction and affection. Was love closer than either one of them could ever have imagined? And that begged the question; can the Duke win his wife's favor, or is it far too late to make their marriage a love match? Cover by MuniWilliams.
Emerald by imtryinsleep
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"He was danger wrapped in a tailored suit. I was the girl who should have run away. Instead, I fell." Jade Abdalla has spent her entire life caring for her ailing mother. Love was never part of the plan, and neither was falling for a man whose name alone strikes fear into the hearts of millions. Nicholas Celso is powerful, ruthless, and untouchable. As the head of one of the most feared Mafia organizations in the world, he has everything a man could desire-wealth, influence, and absolute control. The one thing he never expected was her. When fate throws Jade into Nicholas's dangerous world, she finds herself caught between fear and desire. The more she tries to escape him, the tighter his grip becomes. But Nicholas is hiding secrets, and Jade's past may be more connected to his than either of them realizes Or will their past destroy the future they dream of together? In a world where loyalty is bought with blood and betrayal comes at a deadly price, falling in love may be the most dangerous choice of all. A dark mafia romance filled with obsession, possessive love, tension, secrets, heartbreak, and a hero who would burn the world for the woman he loves.
Elegant by lucentmoons
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Selina Rose leads a normal life as a princess: attending balls, tending to her garden, and going to school. But soon enough things start to fall apart. Nothing makes sense in this princess's castle: the walls seem to hear secrets, the library seems to talk, and her family does not seem to be quite normal after all. Selina and her older sister Alyssa untangle the mysteries that lie behind their own history, as well as the land that they rule. Hidden and twisted between lies beyond repairing, these sisters use all their wits to crack the case. Best Rank: #3 in Elegance
Funny Cake by EdwardEdCahill
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A Comedy Novel about a 25-year-old 220 pound overweight Woman name Alicia Lily who goes by the Nickname Funny Cake that lives in Dublin with her two Housemates Crazy Nicole and Kemmy Clever, both of them are always been up to mischief. (suitable for all ages)
SLOW LOVE  by armlinkforlife
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💗✨ Slow Love ✨💗 Some love stories don't begin with sparks - they bloom with time. When Rishan moves in next door after returning from abroad, Y/N's life takes a turn she never expected. He's calm, mysterious, and guarded - and Y/N is everything he never thought he needed. From awkward glances to deep conversations, their bond grows slowly... but meaningfully. 🌸 A tender journey of love that unfolds at its own pace - filled with warmth, healing, and heart-fluttering moments. 📖 "Slow Love" - a story for dreamers who believe the best romances aren't rushed, but felt deeply. Start reading today and fall in love... one moment at a time.
Ivory And Ebony  by creatively_julynee
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In a moment filled with anticipation and vulnerability, I mustered the courage to confess my feelings: "I love you," I whispered, my voice quivering. I held my breath, hoping for his reciprocation. His hands gently cradled my face, sending my heart into a frenzy of excitement. Could this be it? Could he feel the same way? With bated breath, he finally spoke my name, "Olivia" and I could sense the hesitation in his voice. "I understand this is all new for you," he said, his own breaths coming slowly, take your time. It's all new for me as well. My mind raced with elation, and I could feel the sweat on my brow as my emotions threatened to overwhelm me. But then, in a devastating turn, he delivered words that shattered my heart irreparably: "I will never love you." With those cruel words, he walked away, leaving me standing there, my heart in a million irreparable pieces.
The Mafia Bride ♡ by LovelyShifah
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Catalaiya Snyder, a 23 years old businesswoman was obligated to have an arranged marriage to a guy named Mason Mcbelt. She hated the idea of arranged marriage and always dream about a love marriage but unfortunately, she didn't have the best luck in love. She tried dating but it didn't work out for her. She eventually gave up and accepted her parents request to get an arranged marriage. Little did she know that she will be known as the Mafia Bride. Aziel Alvaro, a 26 years old Mafia Leader and a businessman was forced to commit to a deal that he thought he avoided. Aziel was known for his cold, intimidating and fearful aura. Angry and pissed, he made sure that she knows that it was just a deal. Misunderstanding and poor communication can make things worst. Follow their journey to see how they cop when they each found out that they were both stuck in this together. WARNING ⚠️: Grammatical Error; Read at your own risk. ⚠: Family-Friendly
The Hitman's Mark by emilyarenfroe
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**This is an excerpt of The Hitman's Mark, book one of the Hitman's Heart series. The full book is available on Kindle Unlimited and on Amazon as a paperback and ebook. Thank you for your support!* After a devastating tragedy shatters the renowned Romano crime family their fate weighs heavily on Don Leonardo Romano's only heir twenty-two year old Valentina. Determined to uphold the family's power Val will go to any means necessary even if it means selling her heart to the highest bidder. As the Romano family's most notorious hitman Matteo Costa knows the most depraved corners of New York's underground. So when Val arrives home after college he is confident she won't last long. The New York mafia would chew her up and eat her alive and yet... Serving as Valentina's personal guard Matteo realizes Val has grown into a beautiful, smart and cunning woman. He knows it won't be easy keeping the principessa safe especially when the Romano's rivals set their sights on her. But as their relationship grows Matteo realizes that his own desire might be the greatest threat to the Romano dynasty. Season 1 of The Hitman's Mark WARNING: This story contains depictions of violence that may be upsetting for some readers.
Death is My BFFLAD Rewritten (Book 2 of the Rewritten Death Chronicles) by katrocks247
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As of September 17th, 2024, DEATH IS MY RIDE OR DIE IS PUBLISHED! WOO-HOO!!!!! It is now available in bookstores and everywhere books are sold. The fiery sequel to Death Is My BFF Rewritten and 2016 WATTY AWARDS winner... The book you should read before this one is "Death is My BFF Rewritten (book 1) on my profile! <3 *** BOOK BLURB: To capture a creature who threatens the balance between good and evil, Faith Williams is forced to team up with her sexy and psycho "friend", the Angel of Death. * * * Connect with other Death fans in the Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/308207282529485/ Connect with me on Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat: @Katrocks247