She was never meant to be his bride. Yet fate exchanged her heart for his fury. When Elara Cross is forced to marry Adrian Vale, the man once promised to her late sister, she becomes nothing more than an exchange bride-a substitute pawn in a business deal sealed with tragedy. To Adrian, she is a ghost wearing the face of the woman he loved. To her family, she is disposable, an illegitimate daughter raised in cruelty and handed over like property. But Elara's quiet endurance unsettles Adrian more than defiance ever could. Behind her hollow eyes and malnourished frame lies a survivor who has known only pain, and Adrian's vow to make her life hell begins to fracture under the weight of her scars. As the secrets of their pasts unravel-and as the ghost of Adrian's lost love lingers between them-hatred twists into obsession, cruelty into protection, and an unwanted marriage into something neither of them expected: a story written not by fate, but by choice.

A love that perseveres, a heart that breaks, and a choice that changes everything. -- Lara married the man she cherished most, believing their vows would bind them forever. But love, as she soon learned, was not always enough. Lucas Gabriel Dela Merced never wanted her. To him, she was nothing more than a wife in name---an unwanted presence in his life. Still, Lara refused to surrender to despair. She clung to hope, determined to prove her love and salvage their broken marriage. She poured her heart, hoping, praying that one day he would see her, choose her, love her. But fate was cruel. Lucas' heart was never hers to begin with. Faced with the agonizing truth, Lara stands at a crossroads. Will she keep fighting for a love that may never be hers, or will she finally find the strength to walk away? Will she finally allow herself to heal from the wounds of unrequited love or will she continue to confine herself within this loveless marriage, forever branded as Lucas Gabriel Dela Merced's Unwanted Wife? ••• DISCLAIMER: This story is written in English.

" Were you ever going to tell me that you had the kid?" I might've changed my mind if I would've known you had her."Dylan said to me as if this whole thing was my fault. "I did tell you!" I left a message right after I had her, and you never call me back! Your mom called and told me you didn't want anything to do with me! Or Maya! So don't try turing all of this on me! You left me remember?" Maya and I have been fine without you, and we don't need you now! Just leave me alone! I yelled at him. Mia Daniles a 22-year-old single mother whoes rasing her daughter Maya, after he ex-boyfriend Dylan leaves her after finding out she was pregnant. Mia later met Anthony-a nice, sweet, handsome guy who doesn't care if she's a single mother and has even considered Maya as his own daughter. Four years later Dylan returns and now wants to be apart of both Mia and Maya's life. Will Mia forgive him and take him back ? Will Anthony leave once he finds out Dylan's back ? Or will Dylan be true to his word and never leave them again ? Read it and find out.

The Last Wish I Made is an emotional and heartbreaking story about a girl who has spent her entire life feeling invisible, overshadowed by the perfection of a sibling everyone adores. As she struggles with being unnoticed and unheard, she longs for someone-anyone-to truly see her. On the night of her 18th birthday, after yet another day of being forgotten, she makes a final wish-one that will change everything. A deeply moving tale of loneliness, longing, and the desire to matter, this story explores the pain of being overlooked and the devastating consequences of silence. Will she ever find the recognition she craves, or is she destined to remain unseen forever?

She's built a life on independence, keeping love at bay after a past that still haunts her. Her focus is on her career, the last thing she wants is a relationship. But when a guarded Navy officer enters her world, everything changes. He's not the type to believe in love, but something about her calls to him. Slowly, he begins to break down the walls she's carefully constructed. She resists, determined not to let anyone close enough to hurt her. Yet, as he quietly proves his feelings, she finds herself questioning everything she thought she knew about love. Can they navigate the storm between them, or will their hearts remain adrift, lost at sea?

"You won't forget me, right?" "No, I promise you"

Maddie sees her twenty fifth birthday as being the turning point in her life. She feels unloved and worthless, she made one mistake as a teenager and it's hung over her ever since. But she has a new job on the horizon, and this could be what she needs to kick start her plans, see her start to live at last. With a spring in her step she looks to the future until she realises that all is not as it seems, and nothing is ever that easy.

Blossom and Bloom Graceful and Tender - She couldn't believe her ears, or her eyes. Her husband, the man she loves, the father of her unborn baby, was asking for a divorce. "Mason," She stammered, but he held his hand up in the air. "I'll arrange a place for you and our child to stay, I'll send weekly support for the child. Just sign the papers," He urged her and handed her the pen. She took it hesitantly, hoping that this was only a dream, she prayed to wake up. "I love you," She whispered and signed her name on the allotted space. And though she would miss him, she knew better than to fight for a man's love. Somehow, he didn't love her anymore. It hurt her heart, but once a man made up his mind, nothing could make him change his mind. She even knew that much. She placed the pen down and walked to the door. "Goodbye," He looked up from the papers and smiled. "Be on your way," And with those final words, her heart crumbled into pieces. - Let the story of Vanessa Grace take you on a journey of transformation. - The Clean Reads Collection Are you looking for a clean read with Christian themes? This collection has four amazing romantic stories that will make you laugh, smile, sigh, grumble, and smile once again because of the guaranteed happy ending! Amora Jean His Serendipity With Abandon By Grace - Published: January 14, 2021 Completed: March 10, 2021 100k: June 30, 2021 150k: October 01, 2021 200k: January 7, 2022 250k: April 19, 2022 300k: October 25, 2022 350k: July 1, 2023 400k: December 13, 2023 450k: July 15, 2024 500k: July 20, 2025

"It's just an innocent bet." The Virgin Bet: Goal: Take Charlotte's virginity Time limit: 30 days Rules: 1. He cannot fall in love with her. If he does, his friends have the right to tell her about the bet 2. She must consent 3. Whoever loses must pay the price stated. No backing out 4. He has to film it. Nothing less than a video Book 1: The Virgin Bet Book 2: After The Bet

"Did you punch him in the face?" "No!" She laughed. "That's not the Lydia I know," Carter shook his head, staring up at the grey clouds with a reminiscent expression. "The Lydia I know punched me in the face the first time we interacted." "We were five." She deadpanned but felt a little enthralled that he remembered. "Yeah, so you should be able to hit harder now." Copyright ©️ Cover and graphics made by the one and only @Ashely_Mariex