Lucas's survival depends on silence and stillness. His new sanctuary is the stark fortress of Seth Russo, a man whose cold gaze misses nothing. Lucas's job is to be invisible, a ghost who cleans and obeys. But he soon realizes the greatest threat isn't Russo's anger, but his quiet, calculating interest. Every flinch, every tremor, is a clue that fascinates the dangerous man. Safety was an illusion, and Lucas fears he has just become Russo's newest obsession.

Aris' entire life changes when he discovers he has a heart condition that could be fatal if he doesn't receive a transplant. Eager to speed up the process and attempt to go into private hospital care, he takes on all different jobs to put away every penny he has to save his life. When the chance to become a nanny to a sassy five year old girl arises, Aris knows he's out of his depth with lack of experience. But when he finds out the employer is willing to pay fifteen hundred a week, it's an offer he cannot turn down. Nick is a grumpy, single father who cannot juggle the work-life balance. Desperate to find someone to help look after his daughter, Elodie, to give him the chance to launch his new business app. All he wants is someone he can trust. As Aris walks into his life and straight into this job, Nick is adamant he won't last a day with his cheeky daughter who has no filter. But when an unlikely friendship grows and Aris works his way into Elodie's heart, Nick notices something is beginning to spark in his too-despite telling himself to keep their relationship professional. Lines begin to blur with family outings and endless late nights. Aris knows he needs a new heart but he didn't expect Nick to completely steal it instead. TROPES - single dad / nanny - grumpy / sunshine - Aris falls first, Nick falls fucking harder - forced proximity - chronic disease/illness rep - spicy scenes - dual POV

Leonardo and Luna, two siblings who have only known pain throughout their lives, suddenly discover a family they never knew existed. Leonardo, fiercely protective of his younger sister, has endured countless hardships to keep Luna safe. For him, her safety is worth any sacrifice. Luna, burdened by guilt for the suffering Leonardo endured on her behalf, lives in constant fear of losing the only person who has been both a protector and a father figure to her. Now, as they step into the unknown, will they be able to trust their newfound family, or will the shadows of their past return to haunt them? Are their lives bound by fate, or will they carve their own path? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- UPDATES ONCE A WEEK. TRIGGER WARNING: This story contains themes that may be distressing to some readers, including: - Abuse - Rape - Self-harm - Violence, death, or potential murder of some characters - Suicide - Torture - Drugs - Eating disorders - Toxic/abusive relationships - Bipolar disorder - Anxiety - Insomnia Reader discretion is advised.

In a fractured world still riddled with decades of conflict and war, a new breed of human has emerged - The Marked. Born from genetic mutations, the Marked began possessing supernatural abilities. Hidden away behind the newly formed Novum institution, a group of young Marked boys have been chosen for a dangerous mission: prove they can coexist with humanity or face the consequences of being labeled threats. As they navigate the carefully staged appearances and hidden agendas, they begin to see the cracks in the system meant to protect them. As they struggle to prove their worth to a world that fears them, something unexpected takes hold: deep connections, fierce loyalty, and feelings that go beyond friendship. Now, they face their toughest choice yet: continue pretending to fit into a world that will never accept them, or abandon it to build something new?

After suffering abuse at the hands of his father, experiencing a huge loss, and being thrown into foster care along with his younger sister, teenage boy Thomas Aguiar has been put through hell, and can't imagine a life without pain. Even after escaping the abuse, in his head, he still can't escape from his father's words. ------ Total Word Count - 12,835 Words Completed - No ------ The Following Trigger Warnings May Apply to Some Or All Chapters- Referenced/Mentioned Child Abuse, Implied Homicide, Mentioned/Referenced Self Harm, References and Descriptions of Eating Disorders

In a family shaped by shadows, her light might be their only hope - or their greatest weakness. When Elara's mother marries into the infamous Calviero family, her world changes overnight. At just fifteen, she's thrust into a dangerous realm ruled by her stepfather and seven lethal stepbrothers, each with a fierce role in the mafia empire. Elara stands out - not just for her striking platinum hair and mesmerizing heterochromia, but for her compassionate heart and unwavering strength. A talented figure skater, she moves with grace on the ice but must learn to navigate a far more perilous stage at home. Her brothers are wary at first - hardened by years of violence and betrayal - but slowly, their fierce loyalty begins to extend to her. As old rivalries reignite and hidden threats emerge, Elara must confront the darkness lurking not only within her family but also within herself. And when whispers of a long-buried secret begin to surface, everything Elara thought she knew about her past - and her future - comes into question. In a world where trust means the difference between life and death, Elara's kindness is both her greatest strength and her most dangerous vulnerability. The question is: can she survive this world without losing who she truly is?

Luna Cromwell, a 14 year old girl has to deal with mental illnesses, will she heal with the help of her six brothers? Their parents are often away on business trips, leaving the seven siblings alone. Throughout the book, her fears and struggles will be revealed. English isn't my first language, sorry in advance for any grammar mistakes🙏🏻 ⚠️TRIGGER WARNINGS⚠️ - self harm - eating disorder - drowning - suicidal thoughts - anxiety - panic attacks - suicide attempt - school shooting - blood - depression - assault - rape - adult language - car crash - abuse - violence

"How did they fix their relationship?" "Lots of trust. That's always the key, trust," "I don't trust a lot of people," "That's alright," - TW: Mentions of self harm and abuse

Based on a true story Eleven-year-old Quinn Sage lived a happy life as a small town Georgia girl. She had her loving parents and brother to care for her, and friends came by the dozen. But then everything changes. Quinn becomes mute, and no longer has a family. She's completely alone. Ben and Chelsea Brooke are adoptive parents of seven kids and godparents of two. But what happens when they have to step up as godparents, and it's only for one of the children? Will this couple and their kids be able to save Quinn, or is she too far gone? ⚠️ trigger warning ⚠️ mention of rape, abuse, attempted suicide, mention of suicide, smoking, and other parts of this story may be too disturbing for audiences. If needed, skip the first two chapters All rights Reserved to Lauren LaPlant Cover by Nina Balas, all rights to the picture is reserved to her and her alone unless she states otherwise herself

Life seems to hand Gracie one bad deal after the other, and she knows things will only worsen before they get better. After escaping a few nasty situations, she finds herself in the care of the Tucker family, and they show her what that life can be more than just surviving. Trigger warnings for the following: Self harm Suicidal ideation and references to suicide SA/R*pe Abuse and violence Toxic relationships The Tucker Family is inspired by the fosters and so are some of the story points, I'm obsessed with that show and always imagined other types of characters in that world/family. Each chapter is named after a Taylor Swift song and there are other Taylor Swift-related references throughout, find them all for a prize! Just kidding there's no prize but let me know how many you notice!