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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1876) by MarkTwain
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"The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" is about a young boy growing up along the Mississippi River.
Persuasion (1818) by JaneAusten
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More than eight years before the novel opens, Anne Elliot, then a lovely, thoughtful, warm-hearted 19 year old, accepted a proposal of marriage from the handsome young naval officer Frederick Wentworth. He was clever, confident, and ambitious, but poor and with no particular family connections to recommend him. Sir Walter, Anne's fatuous, snobbish father and her equally self-involved older sister Elizabeth were dissatisfied with her choice, maintaining that he was no match for an Elliot of Kellynch Hall, the family estate. Her older friend and mentor, Lady Russell, acting in place of Anne's late mother, persuaded her to break the engagement. Now 27 and still unmarried, Anne re-encounters her former love when his sister and brother-in-law, the Crofts, take out a lease on Kellynch. Wentworth is now a captain and wealthy from maritime victories in the Napoleonic wars. However, he has not forgiven Anne for rejecting him. While publicly declaring that he is ready to marry any suitable young woman who catches his fancy, he privately resolves that he is ready to become attached to any appealing young woman except for Anne Elliot.
Agnes Grey (Completed) by AnneBronte
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This is the debut novel of English author Anne Brontë, first published in December 1847 ( and originally written under the pen name, Acton Bell). The novel follows governess Agnes Grey as she works with the families of the English gentry, and is considered to be largely based on Brontë's own experiences as a governess. The novel addresses the position of governess and what it entailed, and how it affected a young woman. Cover by @FrankRSP
Erica by Prickly_Thorns
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They say her voice was once bewitching to all who heard it. She was like a siren luring sailors to their deaths on quiet nights... Those are just rumours that once were, truth be told the youngest daughter of the Count was a mute. Her voice had long been lost in her childhood years, disappearing like a whisper in the wind soon to be forgotten. She too disappeared with it, fading into the background, outshined by her talented siblings. The harder she tried to regain her worth, the more she was ignored. Until a chance encounter with a stranger changes everything... Word count: [100,000 - 150,000] *This story has a professionally edited version published with its COMPLETED version currently ONLY AVAILABLE on AMAZON and KINDLE *
Things We Have in Common  by bridgerton_swiftie
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"My heart ached for her when she wasn't near, but it skipped a beat when I saw her." It is Elizabeth Johnston's second debutante, she finds it pressuring that even the Queen is sending her hope in finding a suitable husband. While experiencing every possible emotion you could before be presented to society a second time, she finds herself falling for someone that she can't have. At least not in public for all eyes to see. ________________________________________________ eloise x fem oc I do not own any of Netflix's Bridgerton characters. I only own the ones in this story that are not in the show or books. before you read, i will warn you, i changed around the timeline of the siblings getting married just a little bit. :)
Reindeer Crossing by ChristmasRomance
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Catching a glimpse of a legendary all-white reindeer is supposed to bring good luck. Not for Georgia Greene. As Georgia makes her way home for Christmas, a white reindeer dashes across the road in front of her, causing her to crash her car into a ditch. With her car stuck and a storm blowing in, Georgia is forced to hole up at a remote Christmas tree farm with the help of its kindly owner, Sue. Though Sue tells Georgia stories about how seeing the white reindeer is a lucky event, Georgia is skeptical. She doesn't feel very lucky. Not only is she stranded and snowed in, but she's also stuck in the presence of Sue's surly son, Felix Nissen. But despite her distaste for the holidays, Georgia has to admit there's something special about the Christmas tree farm--almost magical. Maybe the reindeer brought her more than luck... Maybe it brought her right where she needed to be. --- This was my winning NaNoWriMo project for 2021! I took it down to edit it after the holiday season, but now it's coming back with more chapters! Enjoy! --- Rankings & Features ChickLit Spotlight Reading List #1 in #reindeer #2 in #holidayromance #4 in #christmas #5 in #holiday
Be My Girlfriend by Seventeen_AJ
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"I need you to stop bullying Reese." Oh, so it was because of her friend. "I-I will do anything, just make it stop." Her eyes softened along with her features. She must love this girl so much for her to do this. But it intrigued me, she will do anything. Jo was now looking down. I felt the need of reaching out to her, to comfort her and tell her that everything is gonna be okay, but again, I had to stop myself. What is happening to me? I was not like this. "So, you will do anything?" I asked her and it made her look at me. "Yes!" "Hmmmm..." I hummed while I circled around her, I know she was feeling nervous, and thinking that I made her feel that, I silently smiled in victory. "Just... Just tell me what you want!" "Feeling impatient are we?" I mocked her, I saw her clench her fist but I chose to ignore it. I stopped in front of her and stared at her intently before I spoke. "Be my girlfriend!" ________________________ A story that will make your heart smile and at the same time cry your heart out. Join me in discovering the life of Jo Thompson, the nobody and Brittany Anderson, the Queen B. __________________________________ TRIGGER WARNING! Some readers may find some of the chapters contains disturbing actions such as bullying, violence, physical harm, abuse, etc. that could be traumatizing to some. Readers' discretion is advised!
The Girlfriend: Fake It Till You Make It by eva_langley
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When a high school senior girl fakes a relationship with a rebellious lesbian classmate to fend off the advances of the school's persistent jock, their pretense evolves into an unexpected and genuine love, challenging them both to confront their true feelings and identities.
Wet by eva_langley
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In the bustling city of Harbor, two rival universities vie for dominance in the fiercely competitive world of collegiate swimming. At Eastfield University, Ava Morgan is the determined and disciplined team captain, living a life shaped by heteronormative expectations. Across town at Westlake University, Lena Brooks, the confident and openly lesbian captain, is ready to lead her team to victory once again. When their paths cross, an unexpected and confusing attraction ignites within Ava, challenging her previously unquestioned beliefs about her sexuality. Lena, both a rival and an inspiration, offers Ava a glimpse of the courage it takes to live authentically. Amidst the pressure of competitions, strained friendships, and lingering ex-relationships, Ava must navigate her burgeoning feelings and the challenges that come with them. In a world where every second counts, Ava and Lena will discover that love can surface in the most unexpected places, challenging them to be true to themselves and each other. Will their rivalry turn into a deeper connection, or will the tides of competition and self-doubt pull them apart? Wet is a compelling lesbian romance that dives deep into the complexities of identity, love, and the fierce spirit of competition.
Unraveling Who We Are by Teddy_writes
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Emery is a very shy high school student who is having a hard time navigating her way around her senior year after a terrible accident she had. Then enters Gracen, a very outspoken and caring girl who gets Emery to finally open up. Together they help lift each other up as they go day by day in the jungle of high school where they encounter hilarious, awkward and dramatic situations. Enjoy :) Warning the story may trigger people because it deals with a friend's death, A little ptsd, verbal abuse from a father, a little depression, and a tough break up. #31 in teen fiction 4/22/17