#1 book in The Ruined Series She was never meant to be the bride. A widow, a replacement, an afterthought. But when her sister disappears before the wedding, Natasha is forced into an unwanted marriage with Shivansh Ranawat-a man who didn't choose her, and doesn't plan to love her. And yet... fate never asks permission.

[𝐀 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐑𝐨𝐦-𝐂𝐨𝐦] Siya, Gargi, and Isha had only one plan for 12th grade- study hard, pass their exams, and avoid any kind of drama. They weren't interested in love, crushes, or anything that could distract them. Their motto? No feelings, just focus. But, of course, life had other ideas. Before they knew it, small crushes started turning into big feelings. Late-night calls, butterflies in the stomach, and a whole lot of confusion made their way into the picture. While trying to stay on top of studies, the three best friends also found themselves caught up in the chaos of teenage love. From silly fights to deep conversations, secret smiles to heartaches, Siya, Gargi, and Isha discover that growing up isn't just about marks and report cards-it's also about understanding yourself, your friends, and the unexpected turns of the heart. Yearning Hearts is a fun, emotional, and relatable story of friendship, love, and all the messy, beautiful moments in between.

❝Being my contract wife doesn't mean you can't share your worries.❞ ••• When Alisha Sekhon was denied the CEO position she had devoted thirty years of her life to, she was left with no choice but to marry her family's greatest business rival's son, Aarish Sehrawat. Believing he was just as grumpy and emotionally detached as his reputation suggested, Alisha was sure their one-year contract marriage would stay strictly professional. All she had to do was make it through the year and reclaim the position she rightfully deserved. But was he really the man she thought he was? ••• [English translation available after every Hindi dialogue]

.✦ 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐝𝐮𝐨. -ˋˏ✄┈┈┈┈ ⋆.˚🦋༘⋆ ╰┈➤ 𝐊𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐕 𝐑𝐎𝐘: He is the ultimate sarcastic boy, known for his chaotic energy and unapologetic attitude. His love for sports cars and bikes runs deep, reflecting his thrill-seeking nature. With sarcasm always at the tip of his tongue, he effortlessly shuts down anyone who dares to mess with him, leaving no room for anyone to challenge his confidence. ╰┈➤ 𝐘𝐀𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐓𝐀 𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐀 She is a vibrant and lively girl who radiates energy wherever she goes. With her sharp tongue and quick wit, she always has a clever comeback ready, making conversations entertaining and full of surprises. Her bubbly personality and sense of humor make her a joy to be around. ── .✦ ⋆.˚🦋༘⋆ 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿. 𝗡𝗼, 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗻'𝘁. 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆. ______________________________________

AKASH RATHORE - 27 years old young sunshine boy of family ....COO of Rathore empire ...he didn't have any connection with girls in his whole life....but what will happen when he meets his future doctor wife on his dear bhabhi maa's request NAINA SHARMA - 25 years old young doctor... specifically a heart surgeon...she is a strict and grumpy girl...never into boys .....but what will happen when she is tied with a sunshine boy... . . . . Dive in to the story of our sunshine boy and our grumpy girl....read to know how he melts the heart of our heart surgeon 😁

ABHIMANYU RATHORE :- Rude , workaholic CEO of Rathore Empire .Devilesing hot , every girls drools over him .But loves his family to dearest . . SAKSHI OBEROI :- Sweet but fierce girl . Loves her family very much can do anything for them . Working in her brother's company as managing head and also a board member . . What happens when their marriage get fixed by their families .. will they get love in this unwilling arranged marriage...

HEALING LEADS TO HEARTBREAK. "If loving you is madness, then let the world burn-I'd choose your chaos over anyone else's calm." ★★★ Aarti's world is shattered after being betrayed by her first love, leaving her battling not only brain cancer but also the crushing weight of heartbreak and lost hope. Clinging to the faint belief that he might return, she drifts through life, her spirit dimming with each passing day. Everything changes when Rehaan, who has secretly loved her for three years, steps into her life like a miracle. With unwavering devotion, Rehaan becomes her anchor-offering her new reasons to fight, to hope, and to embrace life again. Through his love, she discovers that even in the darkest moments, a second chance at happiness can arrive when you least expect it. ★★★ Just when they begin to dream of a future together, an unexpected tragedy strikes, forcing them to face a reality neither was prepared for.

⋆𐔌𝐑𝐇𝐘𝐓𝐇𝐌𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐋𝐎𝐕𝐄 ~ 𝐀 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤.ᐟ ₊ ꒱ For those who love, ❝she wanted to be someone's khawaish and not someone's need... unknown of the fact she was his everything❞ Kind of trope. ★ ────── · · ⋆.𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐀 𝓼𝓱𝓪𝓻𝓶𝓪 -A simple middle-class girl, with a heart as pure as chasni and a tongue sharp as a scissor. She believed she had failed in everything she ever tried-whether it was friendship, being the perfect student, the ideal daughter, or winning the love of her crush. At just an 11th grader, she was already earning for her family by teaching younger kids. Balancing studies, responsibilities, and her own silent battles wasn't easy, yet she kept fighting. She was a - "Chahun mai ya na" girl. 𝜗𝜚 ࣪˖ ───── 𝐀𝐘𝐀𝐀𝐍 𝓞𝓫𝓮𝓻𝓸𝓲 ˙⋆. -Everyone saw him as nothing more than a rich, spoiled kid. But beneath those expensive jackets and that mask of a teasing smile, he carried scars he believed would never heal. What he craved wasn't wealth or admiration, but something far simpler - attention and love, feelings he had never truly known. He didn't long to be loved; he longed to feel loved. He was a - "tu jane na" boy. ⌣⌣⌣⌣⌣⌣⌣ ‧₊˚✧ She didn't buy her important biology notes cause she wanted to gift him something he can treasure forever on their last day. Unknown of how he didn't sleep for two months so that he can write all the notes for her, knowing how she never took things bought from someone else's money. "tumhe to sitare pasand nahi the..." she said teasingly, while sitting beside him. "tumse nahi mila tha kabhi" He replied staring in her eyes, hoping to see her smile she did.

A Multi-Couple Story You Won't Forget... Parthavi Singhania & Ridhaan Malhotra She's chaos. He's calm. She's clumsy, loud, and full of life. He's composed, disciplined, and distant. She's secretly in love with him... And he keeps exactly one kilometre of emotional distance. But why? Agastya Veer Singh Chauhan & Shivangi Kanwar Inda He's cold, sharp-tongued, and untouchable. She's sweet, but sarcastic-a caged bird with clipped wings. He's the storm, she's the still lake. They love each other, but can't be together. Why? Ranvijay Agnihotri & Natasha Malhotra He's sunlight. She's shadows. He's laughter, warmth, and open arms. She's guarded, scared, and tangled in insecurities. He's ready to give her the love she deserves... But she's terrified of love itself. He's everything she's always run from. Why? Because he's her 'brother's bestfriend' Want to know their secrets, their pasts, their fears? Want to fall in love, get your heart broken, and still crave more? Then dive into the world of their Stolen Hearts.

ABHIRAJ SINGH RAJVANSH Abhiraj Singh Rajvansh-ASR. A name that commands fear, respect and absolute obedience. The youngest mafia king of Asia, he rules not only the underworld but also the business world, making and breaking billion-dollar deals with a snap of his fingers. He rules the country with a single order. His influence isn't confined to just one nation; presidents, businessmen and even the most ruthless criminals bow before him. With a single command, he can start or stop a war. He is a devil no one dares to cross him and those who do vanish without a trace. For his enemies, he is the devil himself, striking fear into their souls before bringing an end to their lives. Despite all his power, wealth and dominance, Abhiraj stands alone. An orphan with no family, no love, and no weakness-until she walks into his life. A girl who unknowingly awakens something dangerous inside him. He doesn't fall in love; he claims. And now, she is his newest obsession-one he will have, no matter the cost. MIRA RAO Mira is a bubbly, cheerful girl who grew up in an orphanage. She's always fought her battles alone, from childhood until now. Fierce yet soft-hearted, she doesn't hesitate to put anyone who crosses her in their place. The only person she truly has is her best friend. Mira dreams of finding a kind-hearted man-a normal guy who cares for everyone-but little does she know her future holds something completely unexpected. What will happen when Abhiraj begins his game to win Mira? Will she fall for him or will she become his? Will she uncover the truth about everything he's done to get her, or will they fall apart? Come along on the journey of Abhiraj and Mira to see how their lives flip upside down and everything changes in ways they never imagined.