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UKUNGENWA by natasha_zulu
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Nyezi Bhengu has built her career and life around being a wife. For years, her identity was tethered to her husband - as the "Real Housewife of Durban", "umfazi kaBafo", and "uNyezi kaSmiso". His sudden death upends Nyezi's life when, bound by isiko lokungenwa, she is forced to marry his older brother, Mnisi. Mnisiwokuhle Bhengu has a personality very few would describe as "lighting up a room". Reserved, and perpetually serious to the point of appearing cold, where Smiso was the life of the party, Mnisi is the brooding figure who leaves just as the fun begins. He wears detachment like armour, keeping himself unapproachable and at a distance from everyone - especially Nyezi. Forced into a union they're both less than glad to find themselves in, will forced proximity be enough to break down the walls Mnisi has so carefully constructed, or will tradition condemn them into a loveless arrangement they cannot escape?
Bloody Zulu Men by Nkosi1in4mn4ndl4
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"You're my hero, Superwoman," he said, his voice rough like gravel - like he wasn't used to saying anything soft. I smiled, his gaze steady as I tied the last strip of the bandage around his shoulder. "How come my superpowers don't work on you and me?" I asked, quietly, like it wasn't already eating me alive. He didn't flinch. "Maybe they don't work on people who already belong to you." His callused hand brushed my cheek. My chest ached. "Sukhala mama, ungowami wena." And the tears came. Because I'd asked him to fake love me. And now I didn't know where the lie ended and the truth began. He said "mama." inqondo yagoloza,intliziyo yavuma. (my brain said no, but my heart said yes) Ngewami Mamba is a force-an award-winning gynecologist, tech mogul, and humanitarian with a passport full of stamps and a bank account in pounds, not rands. She's the woman every man wants and every woman envies. But when her younger sister announces an unexpected engagement, Ngewami's perfectly curated world tilts off its axis. She was supposed to be first. The wife. The bride. The standard. Now, with the spotlight slipping and her ego bruised, Ngewami will stop at nothing to beat her sister to the altar-even if it means faking a relationship with the one kind of man she's always sworn off: A Zulu man. Sharp-tongued, emotionally armored, and unapologetically ambitious, Ngewami isn't looking for love-she's looking for a win. But love has a twisted sense of humor. And it just might be written in bold, bloody Zulu.
Arranged Hearts by Tum1luvs2read
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Amantle always believed and trusted her in father, so much so she built her business under his mame. But when he dies suddenly, everything unravels. At the reading of the will, Amantle learns the chilling truth. Years ago, her father had already created her fate. To claim her inheritance and her businesses back, and to avoid a far deadlier fate Amantle must marry a man and his billionaire family shes never heard of. There's no loophole, no escape. If she refuses, her and families lives will be forfeited But her new husband is nothing she didnt expect. Cold, controlling, and devastatingly handsome, he's as much a prisoner of this union as she is. Their chemistry is explosive. Their hatred is intoxicating. As secrets unravel and danger circles closer, Amantle must decide,can she trust the enemy in her bed... or is she sleeping beside the man who will ruin her heart and possibly take her life?
Whispers of the Heart by NoluthandoJali6
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Lalela Mkhize was once the it-girl of Durban-bold, stylish, and never without a plan. But when life quietly pulls the rug from under her feet, she finds herself back in the rural village she once ran from, carrying nothing but a designer bag full of memories and a fierce determination to stay true to herself. She isn't broken. She isn't looking for savings. She's simply trying to start over-on her own terms. As she reconnects with her roots, bonds with her cousin, and starts to face herself in the silence she once feared, Lalela begins to realize that sometimes the biggest transformation happens when the world stops clapping. She hasn't met him yet the man everyone in the village talks about. That part of the story will come. But for now, this is about her-a woman relearning that losing everything doesn't mean losing yourself.
THE VOWS WE NEVER CHOSE  by Iminathi211
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In a world where love is a luxury and marriage is a transaction, Zobuhle Mthembu never expected to become a pawn in her father's desperate attempt to save their crumbling empire. As a successful lawyer, she built her own life-one free from the suffocating control of family expectations. But when her father strikes a deal with the ruthless Bukhosi Ndlovu, heir to one of South Africa's wealthiest dynasties, she finds herself trapped in an arranged marriage with a man she barely knows. Bukhosi is everything she despises-cold, calculating, and dangerously powerful. But behind his unreadable eyes lies a man with secrets of his own. Bound by duty and debt, their marriage is anything but conventional. Sparks fly in their battle for dominance, but beneath the tension simmers an undeniable attraction that threatens to consume them both. Will Zobuhle surrender to a fate she never chose, or will she find a way to turn the game in her favor? And when passion ignites, will they continue fighting... or will they fall?
Inkabi Entwined  by NoluthandoJali6
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In this poignant and passionate sequel to Inkabi Yami, the beloved couple faces new challenges and deepens their bond. As they navigate the triumphs and tribulations of married life, they must confront their own strengths, weaknesses, and desires. Inkabi Entwined picks up where Inkabi Yami left off. To avoid spoilers and get the most out of the story, please read the first book before continuing
Loving a married Xhosa man (Book 1) by tears_writes
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Dikeledi, a young and ambitious woman, is on her way to a life-changing job interview. As she rushes through the busy streets, she accidentally bumps into a charming stranger. Their eyes meet, and Dikeledi's world stands still. It's love at first sight. But as their relationship deepens, she uncovers secrets he kept hidden - torn between love and loyalty, she must decide. Will she forgive his deceit and risk everything for love, or will she walk away, protecting her heart and integrity?
Oyama: Her Story by jimmyhawkins22
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In this story, Oyama, a strong-willed doctor in Port Elizabeth, encounters a series of tense and emotional challenges. After a confrontation over a parking spot with a mysterious and persistent Pedi man, Oyama's day spirals as she deals with work stress, her past trauma with an abusive ex, Ayanda, and a surprising flirtation from the Pedi stranger who seems intent on getting her attention. As Oyama navigates her feelings of independence, trust, and fear, she is left balancing her professional life with the emotional scars of a past toxic relationship while grappling with a new, unexpected suitor. SEQUEL TO NOMA AND KEA
MY BROTHER'S WIFE by AmandaThando3
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When the family discovers that Lindani is infertile, all eyes turn to his Older brother, Mabutho. Quiet, disciplined, and feared for his intensity, Mabutho becomes the centre of a shocking plan-one that demands he help his brother's wife conceive in order to "protect the family name" Caught between loyalty, pressure, and his own sense of morality, Mabutho faces an impossible decision. Will he obey his family's wishes, or will he defy them and risk being cast out? Tune in to find out.
The Perfect Facade.  by GeeeFrl
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Kgopotso's life is turned upside down when she's forced to marry Kwanele, the perfect son of a powerful family, to settle an old family debt. But as she gets to know him, she realizes his flawless exterior hides secrets - and finds herself falling deeply in love with him. Will she conform to her new life or risk it all for the truth, even if it means losing the love they share?