Claire has always been a lot. Loud. Bright. Sunny. She never thought it would hurt so much to hear that the man she could see herself choosing... only sees her as something to use for those very things. So Claire does what she does best. She walks away. And it works. Until the bond snaps into place- And she realizes being with him was never a choice. It's fate. And now the man who broke her? He'll have to prove he's worth keeping.

My husband missed our daughter's birth because he was too busy with work. Story of our lives. And the four other women in his life -- his ex-wife, his PA, his mother and his sister -- all hate me. So, I didn't think he'd care when I served him with divorce papers. Well, that got his attention.

I thought there was no deep connection like an emotional connection. And I thought that marrying my first and Only boyfriend was the start of a forever. But he took our sacred bond for granted, and destroyed it in such a brutal way I could feel it on my bones. It spread through my body and soul like a disease. And I discovered, how Cheating, in any form or coated by any excusing justifications is still as destructing. Sometimes, to the point it becomes Cureless.

A gold medalist, newly married, is revealed as a cheater in his post-gold medal win press conference.

When six-year-old Rose walks in on her father "sleeping" with his best friend, the truth shatters her family in a single afternoon. Her mother, Paige Bennett, a devoted pediatrician and single mom, suddenly finds herself balancing heartbreak, motherhood, and self-respect - all while shielding her daughter from the fallout of a betrayal she didn't cause. Nathan Bennett swore that Claire was "just a friend." Now caught, exposed by the one person he thought was too young to understand, he scrambles to undo what can't be undone. But Paige refuses to let manipulation, guilt, or charm sway her again. What begins as devastation soon becomes transformation - for both Paige and Rose. As Paige rebuilds their life from the ashes, she teaches her daughter that love isn't measured in gifts or apologies, but in truth and consistency. And when Nathan finally realizes what he's lost, it's already too late. Tender, powerful, and hauntingly real, What Rose Saw is a story about betrayal, motherhood, and the quiet strength of choosing peace over chaos - and dignity over desperation.

"Gone are the days of whispered dreams under shared blankets and unspoken jokes that made us laugh until our stomachs hurt. We had once felt like two halves of a perfect whole, our love stitched together by time, trust, and a belief that we'd always be on the same path. But now, that path had split - quietly, slowly, like the shifting of tectonic plates." --- Stella and Vaughn have been married for three years - a relationship built on many years of love and trust. After meeting in college, they quickly became the center of one another's world, and got married straight after graduating. But things have changed. Gone are the days of late-night talks and spontaneous laughter. Now, silence fills the spaces where connection used to live. Stella often finds herself staring at Vaughn across the dinner table, or from opposite ends of the bed, wondering when the comfort of routine turned into the weight of distance. Vaughn, on the other hand, is too occupied to notice the shift. Too busy with numbers and securing deals, Vaughn never noticed his wife slipping away until she was already gone. Vaughn is determined to win her back, but will the combination of the past, family, and friends stand in the way?

What We Survived Some love stories don't break loudly. They fracture quietly-through silence, guilt, misunderstandings, and the things left unsaid. Mara thought walking away would save her. Caleb thought loving her harder would fix everything. An accident changes the course of their lives. A betrayal forces the truth into the open. A baby arrives when nothing feels certain. This is not a story about perfect love. It's about broken vows, hospital corridors, therapy rooms, and the slow, painful work of choosing each other again. About guilt that lives in the body. About forgiveness that doesn't come easily. About love that survives-not because it's simple, but because it refuses to die. What We Survived is a raw, emotional slow-burn about marriage, loss, healing, and the quiet courage it takes to stay.

I've dreamed of the perfect marriage ever since I was a little girl: a marriage complete with a hardworking husband while I tended to the home and our children, preferably four little rugrats to call my own. I dreamed of a life filled with laughter, joy, and success, a life we built together. I dreamed of growing old next to my husband, creating a great love story to tell our grandchildren someday. It all seemed so possible. I was raised to be the perfect wife, after all. From the outside, it seemed I had exactly what I dreamed of with the rich, determined husband; the brilliant, gaudy diamond ring; and the beautiful home filled with the hope of future children. Yes, it was all a dream come true. I should have felt grateful, really. The problem is, I also wanted a marriage based on love, passion, and affection, but those are the only things my husband cannot give me . . . . . . because they're reserved for her. For readers: * I do my best to proofread before publishing, but some typos and errors will slip through. Feel free to point them out! * Comments, active engagement, and helpful critiques are welcomed. * Mean, unnecessary comments that attack me, personally, or other commenters will be ignored and deleted. It takes a lot of courage to publish your work and for others to actively engage in a community. I'd like to keep this a safe and fun place to rage at imperfect heroes and cheer for darling heroines! * I'm not a spicy writer. I rather use my word count for plot, character development, and GROVEL!!! * Most importantly, I hope you enjoy the little world I'm creating. Happy reading, everyone! ADS/Imaginationgirl35

Copyright © 2025 by Bookish Dae After single mom Sophia overhears the love of her life, Grey, call their life "exhausting," her world shatters. She walks away, forcing the tattooed, man who adored her and her son to embark on a relentless journey fighting for a second chance to become the husband and father they deserve.

A Marriage in trouble story. They were the "couple goals" from the moment they met in high school. The ones everyone believed would make it. Ten years later, their once-solid marriage begins to fracture under the weight of vicious gossip, half-truths, and misplaced trust. As outsiders worm their way into their private world, Paige and Trevor are forced to confront what's real, what's been lost, and where their loyalties truly lie.