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The Duke's Forbidden Lover by CrossAndQuill
CrossAndQuill
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In the year 2018, lives Nalini, an ordinary Indian girl who is forced to marry a man twice her age, selected by her abusive grandfather. However, the night before her wedding, her attempt at saving a child from falling into a well backfires when she ends up plummeting instead. When she wakes up, she finds herself in the year 1840 and on the run from society. In the year 1840, lives the feared and heartless Alastair, Duke of Birmingham. In need of a new governess for his child, he offers Nalini a proposal she can't refuse when he meets the exotic and unusual woman by chance. Through a settlement that benefits both, she finds herself on a wild journey, one that involves finding out how to get back home, hiding the truth from the Duke of Birmingham and exposing the dark secret his stony eyes hold. *** Highest ranking: #148 in Romance!! #28 in Historical Fiction!! (Thanks to @MintJujube again for notifying me legit all the time!) Credits to @EvePetal for making a gorgeous cover! Please go check out her cover book because it's more than stunning!
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐲  by Mayaajaaal
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𝔊𝔞𝔱𝔢𝔰 𝔱𝔬 𝔥𝔢𝔩𝔩 𝔥𝔞𝔳𝔢 𝔟𝔢𝔢𝔫 𝔬𝔭𝔢𝔫𝔢𝔡 𝔞𝔤𝔞𝔦𝔫 !!!
The Plus One by anamika_writes
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At a glamorous destination wedding in Udaipur, Saavi stands out as the only single friend in her tight-knit crew, but she's not letting that dampen her spirits. Armed with her feminist flair and a sharp sense of humor, she's ready to tackle the lovey-dovey antics of her friends, dodge their matchmaking attempts, and fend off the relentless aunties eyeing her as their next project. That is, until she meets someone who challenges her beliefs and makes her rethink her life plans and reconsider whether she wants to be a mere "plus one" in all plans her friends make or be the one who brings along a "plus one" of her own. Join Saavi on a quirky adventure filled with laughter, friendship, and the delightful chaos of love in all its messy glory!
That Indian Woman | √ by NovelsAndCandies
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Calcutta, India. 1899 Being a woman in this age means being tied under the shackles created by the British and an equally orthodox society. Headstrong and outgoing, Anvesha doesn't care what people think about her. She is not one of those women who stay in their homes and pop children for their husbands. She is determined to pry her freedom. Alexander Stewart is a "childishly" arrogant man of eighteen. His journey to life begins when he comes to India with his two best friends, Matthew Hemmings and Jordan Wedlock. The day he crosses paths with the fierce looking Indian woman, he's sure that coming to India was the worst of his decisions. But will time change his mind? A feeling other than hatred; would something develop? (Descriptions would really be the death of me. Don't be disappointed, give this book a chance ^_^ ) ... A/N: Please note that:- • I do not own the pictures in the cover, I found them on google. Enjoy! #1 IN HISTORICAL FICTION! #1 IN TEENAGER! © 2015 Bhavini Sharma All Rights Reserved
Humraah by Author_zayna
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Four college girls, each grappling with personal challenges, forge a deep bond as they share a hostel room. Their life changes in their last year. Ahad x Hoorain When the girl who has guarded herself from bullies (due to her terrifying past experience with them) bumps into the bad boy of University. What happens when he finds himself madly in love with her. Will her past become an obstacle in their love? Will she ever accept him? "He was everything she was afraid of yet everything she ever dreamed of" _________________________________________ Ayan x Inaya What happens when circumstances drives the OG playboy (who doesn't believe in commitments) to feel such thing as love for Inaya Hassan. The girl who believes in true love and finds herself unloved. However this isn't a simple tale, what happens when a harsh truth is revealed? Will their love be unrequited and tragic? "The world wanted him yet he longed for someone he can't have" _________________________________________ Zaid x Ayra Brilliance, always measured against high expectations, hid their true selves. Zaid, with his gentle charm, and Ayra, with her sharp wit, found solace only in each other. Once fierce rivals dream of each other's downfall, they now protect each other at all costs. Their journey, far from simple, transformed deep-seated rivalry into a profound bond. "She was the storm everyone despises but her enemy was the only one who saw her through those storms (the person she never expected)" _________________________________________ Rayan x Maha Maha Aamir, full of life and bubbly, was the complete opposite of Rayan Khan. The football team's captain fell for the fashion designer. Their story seems simple, but upon reading, you'll discover the depth "And if the world was not accepting then, he'll build another to shield her"
STRINGS and STANDOFFS by kind_exile
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They say opposites attract. But this? This is pure drama. Radha Deshpande has been holding a grudge since kindergarten. Her nemesis? Anirudh Shah-rich boy, musical heartthrob, and the reason she got suspended at age 10. Now they're both at National Cultural University. Same program. Same friend group. Same unresolved rage. She's all sarcasm and side-eyes. He's all charm and chaos. And they're one group project away from either kissing or killing each other. Featuring: - Slaps, sass, and sabotage - A 10-year-old with a crush - Friends begging them to get it together - One accidental love song - And one very loud "OH GOD I THINK I LIKE THEM" moment This isn't just a love story. It's a roast battle with feelings. Welcome to the most chaotic semester Mumbai has ever seen.
Destined Love by yourxauthor
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♡Dedicated to those who believe in destiny♡ (Not edited, don't mind the mistakes) ♡Opposite attracts ♡ ➜ This story is my own work, if you find any line or scene similar from this book to other, it might be a coincidence.
𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇 [ PERFECT FIT ] by krystaldivaa
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She flinched and stepped back when a bunch of notes was thrown at her. Shock was evident on her face as she took a step back. His voice rang out clearly, "Take this money and tell them you don't want to marry me." Without wasting a second. At that moment, their eyes met. "Tum..." They both pointed at each other shocked When Her " I never obey/listen to others" met Him " I hate when someone don't obey me " She is cold as ice while his anger is as fire. But will the ice melt with his warmth of his fire? Tropes : Singer(billionaire )x Writer Contract marriage/Arrange Ice& Fire couple He fell first and he fell harder too _______________________________ She blocked him but then they ends up meeting each other in real life though didn't even knew each other. And then destiny's plan perfectly matched Tropes : Online friends He fell first and she fell harder Businessman(billionaire) x proffesor ______________________________________ The dark romance couples She met him while she joined his business after some struggles and he is the CEO. They were tution mates and academic rivals where she always used to rank. So now she is little frustrated knowing it well he will take advantage of that and yessss, he really does !!!! Tropes : Ceo x Employee He fell first and both fell harder Past acquaintance Enemies (hate to love) Academics rival in past ______________________________________ She fell in love with her bhabes elder brother at first sight but later got to know from her brother(cousin) that he was already in a relationship And he is not interested in her. So how will she be able to make him develop feelings for her ??? Tropes : Computer proggamer x social media Influencer (billionaire) She fell first and he fell harder Lets see how all the couples go from not interested in them to perfect fit for each other. Even though they didn't realised it before that they were already the IDEAL MATCH ***** Multiple couple romance. Mysteries. Soft & dark romance
𝐊𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐞 by authormaira
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She stole his first kiss. He gave her his heart. Rida Khan never thought a drunk mistake would lead her straight into the arms of her future husband - aka Zayd Reza, the charming and sweet CEO, who saved her from danger, only to have his first kiss stolen by the girl who would soon become his wife. Their love story begins with teasing, fights, and unexpected chemistry. But just when they start falling for each other, a shocking betrayal tears them apart. Can love survive when fate plays cruel games? Kissed by Fate is a journey of love that began with a kiss and turned into forever. Tropes: ✼ Reverse Grumpy x Sunshine ✼ Strangers to Lovers ✼ Biker mmc ✼ Strong fmc ✼ He fell first and harder Started : June 5, 2024. Finished : November 30, 2024.