Sierra Esposito knew three things well. One- People were inherently evil and selfish. Two- Words are what got you hurt. Three- Sometimes it was easier to accept the situation, rather than fight back. These three rules got her through life-- not unscathed, but alive. Even when she didn't want to be. ... Giuseppe De Santis had been searching for his missing daughter, ever since she was taken all those years ago. When he finally gets the phonecall saying she's been found, he's ecstatic. Finally happy that everything can go back to the way it used to be. But Sierra has changed since she was a baby and she knows nothing of him and his world. And when she isn't speaking to him or her brothers, it's almost impossible to get her to open up. They must learn to be a family again, but that's almost impossible. There are so many secrets between them and other factors are at play. Factors that are determined to get Sierra back, no matter who gets hurts. ... TW* This story has mentions/depictions of assault (physical, sexual, mental, etc), alcohol abuse, drug abuse, self-harm, suicidal ideation, suicide attempts, violence, and anything else falling under those categories. Please prioritize your mental health. *Any images in the cover and/or chapters are not mine. I found them on Pinterest* *I own all the rights to these characters. Please do not pirate my work*

Milana Bradley returns home after running away for five years due to an unplanned pregnancy. She soon realizes coming home was a mistake and must protect her daughter from the dangers of her past. Book # 2 is now published (The Final Vow) Add it to your reading list for updates on Luca and Lana's story. #1 in ganglove #13 in ganglife

When a terrified four-year-old girl appears at the Navy Yard covered in blood, asking for only one person-Tony DiNozzo-his life changes forever. Maddie, his goddaughter, has lost the only family she's ever known. Now Tony steps up as her protector, learning how to parent through gentle hands, sleepless nights, and countless whispered promises. With Gibbs' quiet guidance and the team's support, Tony discovers his greatest role isn't agent, jokester, or partner-

Leonardo Giovanni became a father at the age of twenty. The new mafia Don was a closed off cold man that left people shaking in fear. He loved his daughter Maggie so much. He changed his ways for her. Leo wanted the best for his little girl. But one morning all of that changed. When he went to wake her up his bright bubbly baby was not in her crib. Her window was wide open and all of her baby stuff, including her little elephant stuffy was gone. Fourteen years later little baby Maggie is running from the cops for the third time that month. The cops are sick of her and even more sick of trying to locate this girls mother. Finding no luck they dig through the system hoping that someone can claim this mischievous teenager. One day at work Leo gets an unexpected call from a police station on the other side of the country. When he finds out it's his daughter he jumps right on to the opportunity of seeing her. Maggie has a lot of secrets and a bounty on her back. How can the friendly, bubbly, talkative girl escape her demons? How can Leo a cold mafia Don raise an energetic fifteen year old? How will Leo get Maggie's trust? Will their fiery attitudes clash? What happens when Leo finds out about his daughters past? TW - Abuse, Drugs, SA, Alcohol, Fighting Not edited. Started: 01/15/2022 Finished: 05/03/2022

In the depths of darkness, where shadows dance and nightmares reign, Yasmeen's world hangs by a thread. Haunted by the ghosts of her past, she's trapped in a labyrinth of pain and guilt. But when Abdallah Malik Hassan, her best friend's cousin and secret obsession, enters her life, the lines between loyalty and desire begin to blur. As the walls close in, Yasmeen must confront the demons that haunt her... and the heart that beats within. Will she find solace with him, or will the scars run too deep? Beneath the Scars... where truth and love await, but at what cost?

Aria is a 17-year-old girl who lives with her mom and dad. Her life was never easy. She always had to follow the strict rules, and if she didn't, her parents would punish her. Aria had to move to a small town in Washington because her dad got a job there. Aria was used to moving around all the time. Both of her parents had an alcohol problem, and they couldn't keep a job for long. They moved around a lot, always looking for a new job. Aria is a very bright student, and she can't wait to go to college and move away from her parents. She loves them, but they've put her through a lot, and she is desperate for a place of her own, a place where she will feel safe and at peace. Gabriel is a 17-year-old boy who lives with his dad. His mom died when he was only 3 years old, and he and his dad decided to move to a small town in Washington to get a fresh start. Gabriel and his dad have a really nice relationship. Ever since his mom died, Gabriel could only rely on his father. But his dad has been keeping a secret from Gabriel. Something happened 17 years ago, something so heartbreaking that his dad never recovered and his mom died because of it. Gabriel's senior year won't be filled with drinking, parties, and girls like he hoped it would be. Instead, Gabriel will find the piece of himself he has been missing his whole life. But will he find it in time? Will he be too late?

Nate Cohen is being framed for a murder he didn't commit. In order to clear his name and find the real culprit he must join forces with the strong-headed, steel-willed Verena Dawson. A woman who gets on his very last nerve and the killer's next target.

Sorry if this book sucks it's my first one. But this story is about a girl who people think is perfect and has a perfect life. This makes others want to have her life. But as soon as she gets home her world isn't as perfect as everyone thinks.

She is a cold-hearted​ girl, yet it's not her fault. A foster child all her life, she has been treated in the worst of ways. Her anger-issues makes everyone want to stay away from her, but a couple of guys see past that. They try to become her friend, but do they succeed? Is she able to keep her shield up or will she let happiness in? Moreover, will she finally be able to have the family she deserves? First book, so lots of errors. One day, I may edit it.

Follow Alexa Cruz and her twin brother through their last years of highschool as they meet bad boy Austin adams and his group of bad boys. Will an innocent act of asking a new neighbor for help bring upon a friendship, romance or a new enemy? Read to find out. ⚠️trigger warnings⚠️ -rape -strong language This book is way better than what this suggests (at least i think so) so just give it a shot. #3 in guyfriends #1 in badboynextdoor