"What started as a lesson turned into a feeling I couldn't ignore; you taught me more than I ever knew I needed." ****** Twenty six year old Miss. Reign is everything sixteen year old Sofie isn't: confident, a little rough around the edges, and unapologetically herself. As the new teacher at Sophie's high school, Reign doesn't expect much beyond the usual routine, until Sofie catches her attention. Shy, smart, and with a quiet intensity that draws Reign in, Sofie becomes more than just a student to her. Sofie has always felt out of place, but there's something about Reign that makes her feel seen in a way no one else ever has. As their friendship deepens, the line between admiration and something more becomes harder to ignore. But with the age gap, the student/teacher dynamic, and the danger of their feelings being discovered, they both know that what they have isn't something they can just act on. "Loving Reign" is a Nigerian themed sapphic romance about discovering who you are, falling for someone you never expected, and trying to figure out if love is worth all the risks. Reign and Sofie will have to decide if their connection is worth crossing the line, or if it's a secret best left untold.

Antonia Alexe's plan is simple: finish her accreditation, keep to herself, and avoid any emotional mess. But life doesn't always follow the script. Dominic Maddox, a restaurant bar owner, has enough on his plate without dealing with a houseguest who's impossible to ignore. When a rough night forces them into each other's orbit, something unexpected happens. What starts as two people just trying to survive becomes something else-something that looks a lot like support, healing, and maybe even love.

When Rivalry Turns to Passion Step into the captivating world of Italy's most notorious mafia families, where legacy, power, and passion intertwine in an unforgettable tale. Francesca has spent her life in the shadows of the families that rule Italy's underworld. Raised amidst whispered secrets and ominous power struggles, she knows the stakes are high, and freedom is a distant dream. But when her grandfather loses a crucial poker bet, everything she has ever known is turned upside down. Now, she's to marry Luca Giovanni, the enigmatic and dangerously charming eldest son of the rival family leader, thrusting her into a union surrounded by animosity. In a world where trust is scarce and loyalty is everything, can Francesca find her own path? Luca, masked in mystery and burdened by his family's expectations, has no wish for this union, but destiny is a game of its own. As they are forced into partnership, sparks fly amidst simmering tensions, revealing that there's more to each other than meets the eye. Will Francesca and Luca surrender to a love that threatens to unite their worlds or remain locked in the treacherous cycle of their family's vendetta? Experience the blend of intrigue and romance that will keep you on the edge of your seat, turning each page with bated breath, exploring themes of power, loyalty, and forbidden love. This compelling novel unfolds the unexpected bond between two souls trapped in the criminal lore, making you question the true meaning of family and where the heart's loyalty truly lies. Embark on this gripping journey where the stakes are as high as the heart's desire in a saga that promises to captivate until the final word. Achievements #77 Enemies 4/21

"In a world built on control, what happens when the controlled fight back?" Maya Smith's ordinary life is shattered the night she vanishes without a trace. Awakening inside the enigmatic DYG facility, she finds herself imprisoned alongside others who possess unusual abilities-abilities they never knew existed. DYG's experiments aren't just inhumane-they're a gamble on humanity's future, spearheaded by the enigmatic and ruthless Dr. Viktor Krane. "What's inside you isn't natural," Krane whispers, his eyes gleaming. "It's evolution." As Maya grapples with the shocking discovery of her own potential, the lines between ally and enemy blur. Secrets lurk in every corner of DYG, and escape may come at a price no one is prepared to pay. The truth, when uncovered, could destroy everything-or set the stage for something far more dangerous. "We're not experiments. We're the revolution." Genesis: The Catalyst is a story of rebellion, resilience, and a quiet spark that ignites a roaring flame. 1/3 of the Genesis Series!

Book one of The liberation beacon series. ************** The word 'Freedom' holds different significance for different people. For a seventeen years old Jadenyx, it symbolises power, courage, and love. He wants to live a life in his own terms-going on adventures, wielding Vycelar (a special energy) he loves and following his heart without any regrets. One unfortunate night, he loses this very freedom he cherishes when he is caught in the crossfire of two devils. Without an ounce of sympathy, one devil takes up residence in his body, turning him into a murderer with a target on his back, while the other devil manipulates him into playing his games. In a nation, ruled by four clans, where his existence itself is an anomaly, can Jadenyx wage a war for his freedom? ************ This is a story of Jadenyx and his friends who fight against their enemies to regain control of their lives.

Vivienne, a seemingly normal teenage girl who is a big time fangirl of video games, is in a competition like many other gamer's. The VR headset known as .F.S.I.G has a special crown left behind by the late creator named Noha. The first to make the crown will inherit a fortune and gain control over the entire company in control of the server. However not all gamer's on the hunt are good people with good intentions and Vivienne alongside her online friends will need to work together in order to save the .F.S.I.G server and the lives of others.

Marienne's life was completely undone when her village went up in flames. Badly burned and her eyesight lost, she awakes in a strange place, with no knowledge of how she arrived there. Her savior was the enigmatic and alluring Victor, the Lord of Azyron, who harbors a dark and terrible secret. Marienne soon finds herself in a world she never believed existed while war lurks upon the horizon. Two questions spin endlessly in her mind: will she ever truly feel safe again, and could it be within the arms of Victor himself?

I have Three days until my big birthday party.. three days and I turn twenty one and surviving the last year of university studying criminology. If only I had realised that in those three days.. became the worst thing that has happened to me. Experiencing betrayal in the worst way, and yet.. you ended up finding me.. the only best thing that came out of the worst.

Rostin Winford was born invisible. From childhood to his school years, he was the outcast-the one no one noticed, the one no one cared to remember. But now, he stands at the pinnacle of high society, admired, envied, and untouchable. Everyone wants to know him. Everyone wants to be him. But Rostin's fame didn't come from luck or hard work. It came from a deal-a contract signed in blood with a vampire who lurks in the shadows of his newfound glory. In exchange for power, wealth, and influence, Rostin must supply the creature with fresh human blood. The charade is perfect-until the demands grow insatiable. Until the people he once longed to impress start disappearing. Until the price of his success becomes too steep to pay. Now, Rostin must choose: continue feeding the monster that made him or risk losing everything-including his life. How far would you go to keep the life you've always wanted?

❝our eyes met, and our souls caught on fire.❞ ═════════════════════ Carla Marshall was a storm that could not be contained, her thunder rumbling and her lightning flashing, but her beauty could only be seen when the rain began to fall. The raindrops were her tears, the storm was her sorrow, but when she opened herself up to the world, she revealed a rainbow of hope and light. She was a rare thing, a force of nature, a tempest of emotion, and those who saw her for who she truly was knew that she was more than a storm cloud. She was the sun after the rain, the promise of a new beginning. She's always had to fight to survive, whether it's against the abuse she suffered at the hands of her father or the challenges of everyday life. But now that she's a freshman at CSUN, she's determined to forge a new path for herself. She wants to make friends and build a future for herself, but trouble seems to follow her wherever she goes. When she meets Valen Monroe, a cocky and arrogant student who seems to have it all, the last thing she wants is to be around him. Valen Monroe was a force to be reckoned with, both inside and outside of the ring. As a boxing champion for two years running, he had a fierce reputation and an even fiercer gaze. His devilish looks and charming smile had many a girl swooning, but there was one girl who refused to fall under his spell. A girl with a quick temper and even quicker fists. When his friend was on the receiving end of her punch, Valen's interest was piqued. He knew there was more to her than met the eye, and he was determined to find out what it was.