Alessandra Romano is a 16 year old girl who got neglected and abused but also got trained to be a deadly assassin. With her dark, long,brown hair that goes down to her waist, her doe brown eyes that once held so much light now dull and lifeless, and her curvy body. Many people would see her as perfect and gorgeous but to her all she sees is a girl that went through absolute torture as she was growing up. She has loads scars that show what she went through. She has many walls built up around her heart that only a few people could break through. She only has one person that could ever make her smile and laugh and that person is her twin brother. Alessandro Romano is a 16 year old boy who got neglected and abused but also got trained to be a deadly assassin. With his dark brown hair and dull brown eyes, and muscular body his aura screams confidence and cockiness. Many girls want to be with him while many boys want to be him. He has also got many walls built around his heart that hardly anyone can break through except for his twin sister. He is only a couple minutes older but he always protects his little sister. Alessandro has had many hookups but he has never fallen for anyone as he doesn't think anyone could give him the same love that his sister has given him. Their bond is indestructible. They went through hell and back together but have always been there for each other. His face never shows any emotions as over the years he has been taught to not show any weaknesses. The two twins have always yearned for a happy family that will love and care for them but they never thought they would have that. Until fate found them one day and it changed their whole perspective on love and family.

Adriana Baresi spent her life growing up with her mother and step-father. But one day her step-father goes overseas for deployment and never came back. Her only father figure gone. Her mother struggled to cope and fell into a life of alcohol and drugs, causing her to overdose after making Adriana's life a living hell. With the loss of her mother, she is sent to live with brothers she never knew she had. Her life is turned upside-down as she learns to live around her knew family and vice versa. She's thrown into chaos, danger, loss, arguments, maybe a little love. But the most important thing is getting to know her brothers. And they try to get close with their sister, all the while shielding their mafia life from her. La famiglia rimane unita, non importa cosa. !Warning! Mention of physical, verbal and mental abuse drug abuse drinking mention of rape anxiety ptsd

In the heart of a quiet suburban neighborhood, 10-year-old Aurora's life is a stark contrast to the peaceful surroundings. Her exterior reflects the innocence of childhood, but behind closed doors, Aurora endures a world of pain and fear. Her mother and stepfather subject her to harsh abuse, both physical and emotional, often confining her to the basement-a cold, dark place where she is isolated and forgotten. Aurora's innocence is a fragile light in the darkness, a beacon of purity that remains undiminished despite the cruelty she faces. Unbeknownst to her, Aurora has a large family waiting to save her from her nightmarish existence eight brothers and a father who are determined to rescue her from the hell she endures. Locked away in the basement, Aurora finds solace in her small acts of defiance and her vivid imagination. Moments of kindness from a trusted teacher offer her fleeting hope and warmth, becoming a lifeline that fuels her dreams of escaping the turmoil. "Shattered Sunshine" is a poignant and powerful story of survival and strength. It chronicles Aurora's journey as she navigates the complexities of her abusive home while holding on to her dreams of a brighter future. As she battles to reclaim her sense of self and seeks help, her story unfolds with raw emotion and profound courage. This tale is a compelling exploration of the impact of abuse on a child's spirit and the remarkable resilience it can inspire. It serves as a reminder of the importance of hope and the transformative power of family love and support in overcoming the darkest of times.

❝I think we've lost the meaning of family.❞ • • • A few years ago, we tragically lost our parents, and every day since then, my brothers and I have drifted apart. We have intense defense mechanisms and our own methods of survival in the adult world. Our house feels less like home, the city feels empty, and the stars seem more distant. Will we be able to heal as a family? Or will we go our separate ways as adults? ▫▫▫▫ ▫▫▫▫ ▫▫▫▫ Cover is made by me. Copyright © 2021 Josie Marie Any relation to other stories or characters is entirely coincidental and not intentional. Any credit for the #olderbrother trend goes to its appropriate writers/creators. All of my work is original, inspired by the #olderbrother trend, but based on my own life with four brothers.

When the fierce and bitchy Lila Alfonso is suddenly thrown into the custody of her five elder brothers, will she be able to forget the past differences and live like a perfect family or will her exceptionally big ego ruin it like always?

Angelina Brown grew up in a serene world, surrounded by the love of her mother, Liliana, and the devotion of her horse, Amira. She found Amira when she was just an abandoned foal in the forest, and from that moment on, they were inseparable. Together, they ran across the endless fields, living in a harmony no one could disturb. But her childhood wasn't always like this. In the past, Angelina experienced suffering at the hands of her biological father, a cruel and abusive man who turned her early years into a nightmare. At just four years old, she watched her mother being beaten every night. Only his sudden departure brought peace, and her mother did everything she could to give her a new life, far from the darkness of those days. Everything changes again when Liliana confesses that she has fallen in love and that they must move into her new husband's home. Angelina is forced to leave behind the place she cherishes and live alongside a strict stepfather and his five sons. In this new household, the gentle and dreamy girl is met with disdain. The coldness of this family weighs heavily on her, and her only solace remains Amira and her mother. But her greatest nightmare returns when her biological father suddenly reappears, this time determined to take her away from her mother. Claiming that, as a minor, she belongs to him, he demands his "right" over her. But Angelina knows the truth-he doesn't want her because he loves her, but because he wants to control her once again. Will she be able to escape the past that haunts her? Can she find her place in this hostile new family, or is she destined to wander between two worlds, never truly belonging anywhere? Discover Angelina's story of survival, courage, and the power of a pure heart in a cruel world. #1 daughterfather 16.04.2025

Haven = a poetic note to finding safety and love amid chaos Valentina Romano was the first girl born in the Romano family since decades. Everybody was over the moon when they heard about the little girl, that was the light in their dark world. Valentina lived carefree with her family until one day when she was four everything changed. Kidnapped by a someone she doesn't remember and left at an orphanage, she was now alone and left to take care for herself. Still remembering her family, she tried to stay positiv every day and keep hoping that they will find her. Unluckily she gets adopted by some couple, that later turn out as drug addicts and only adopted her for the extra money they get, not caring about the girl, Valentina was yet left alone to take for herself. Meanwhile the Romanos lost their light. The once so happy family lost all their happiness with the disappearance of their little girl. They are determined to find Valentina and bring her back home. What sounded easy at the beginning, turned into 12 years of not knowing the whereabouts of their bambina. Will Valentina ever get the chance to go back to her family? And will the Romano's finally get their light back? What happens when she finds out about the mafia?

The Lombardi family is the most notorious group in the crime world. They rule both the American and Italian mafias and have many others bowing at their feet. Lombardis show no mercy to anyone who gets in their way. Alina is just shy of 4 years old, but her short life has been a living nightmare, full of pain and suffering. She is the unwanted daughter of the Russian Bratva, the Ivanovs. Alina was sent to the States shortly after birth to be "raised" by her older brothers. But she's nothing more than a burden to them, right? Though seemingly impossible, one day, Alina escapes and unknowingly falls right into the hands of her enemy, the Lombardi family. Little did they know who exactly had just changed their lives forever. For the better? Or for the worse... ---- "Brothers," I point to the boys. "Mommy," I grab her hand. "Daddy," I reach for his, but I'm lifted off the ground instead and pulled into his warm embrace. "And our little Allie." This is my family. ---- [WARNING] Contains - mature content, bad language, abuse, and other violent behaviors ---- Recommended 15+

⚠️WARNING⚠️ . Sexual assault . Abuse . Flash backs . Torture . R@pe ---------------- Valentina Diaz, kidnapped as a newborn and raised in a secret facility where children are turned into deadly assassins, has known only one life-a life of power, precision, and control. By 17, she has already risen to become the Donna of the Spanish mafia, mastering her empire with unmatched authority. But when she's unexpectedly called to the principal's office, her world shifts. Her foster parents have been killed, and a family she never knew exists is waiting for her. Now, Valentina must confront her true past, a new family, and a future she never anticipated. ‼️ THESE PHOTOS ARE NOT MINE ‼️

Genevieve D'Angelo. Sixteen, unbothered and a ray full of sunshine. Except if that ray of sunshine only shone upon you, blinding you and stripping the melanin off your skin. Humbling. Genevieve has lived the average life. Bad grades, one friend. Trouble seems to find her, or is it the other way around?. Along with her dad and two brothers, Genevieve has been spared the hardships of the human race. But what happens when that sheltered life takes a turn for the worst?. Genevieve's identity is ripped away, her life flipped upside down. From one severity to the other. New world, new family, new challenges. How on earth will she cope?.