Anya Quinn lost her voice in the accident that took her father-but not her strength. At just twenty, she runs The Scent of Quiet, a candle shop known for its healing scents and calming magic. Her world is small, safe... until Alice Grey walks in. Mysterious, powerful, and feared by everyone, Alice becomes unexpectedly drawn to the soft girl who speaks only in silence. Their worlds couldn't be more different-but against all odds, and through slow-burning trust, quiet passion, and possessive devotion, they begin to fall for each other. from grief to love, this is a story of healing, obsession, and finding home in the last place you expect. Because sometimes... the loudest love is the one never spoken aloud.

Isolte, the embodiment of unyielding dominance and regal authority, and Cassian, the epitome of quiet strength and unrelenting stubbornness, are bound by an arranged political marriage. Their clashing ideals and refusal to bend create a volatile union, one where emotions run deep but unspoken. As power struggles escalate, hearts teeter on the edge of shattering, and the risk of irreversible mistakes looms large. In a world where compromise feels like defeat, will their discord ignite a fire that consumes them both?

Elusive. Sexy. Lethal. Eternally infamous gun for hire Daisy Reyes is often referred to as all of the above, though what she's never been described as is boring. Posing as a pretty-in-pink florist by day, she doubles as a highly skilled mercenary by night, her talents frequently utilised by the likes of rich and powerful criminals. When Daisy hears that NYPD's newest and most promising detective, Riley Wolfe, has taken a particular interest in hunting her down, she will pull out all the stops to ensure her own continued survival. That includes going undercover as Detective Wolfe's newest room mate.

Valentina, a student at Heartfelt University, is assigned to the notoriously rude and cold Professor Montgomery. While the professor's harsh demeanor clashes with Val's quiet and positive nature, their academic sparring soon turns into something deeper. As Val's intelligence and persistence break through Professor Montgomery's icy exterior, a surprising and tender connection begins to bloom. [wlw] [slow burn]

In the shadowy corridors of St. Katherine's Boarding School, Raven is determined to start fresh after a devastating loss that has left her emotionally scarred. As she struggles to cope with her grief and fight off the grip of crippling depression, she unexpectedly finds herself drawn to the intriguing and alluring Miss Bradley... a passionate teacher whose enigmatic nature captures Raven's attention and stirs forbidden feelings within her. Amidst the pressure to excel and the weight of her sorrow, Raven navigates the complexities of her new life, where the thrill of attraction intertwines with the grief that haunts her. With each stolen glance and charged interaction, the bond between student and teacher deepens, forcing Raven to confront her past while daring to dream of a future filled with possibility. But can she trust her heart amid the chaos? As secrets emerge and emotions intertwine, Raven must decide whether to risk everything for a love that society deems unacceptable. Will she find the courage to embrace her feelings for Miss Bradley, or will her past continue to hold her captive? **Note:** This heartfelt narrative is crafted by the talented original author @hedgehogwithanxiety, who has moved on from Wattpad. This description serves as a tribute to all the devoted fans of St. Katherine's who continue to cherish this beautiful story.

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FIRST DRAFT: October 2024. ERRORS AMMENDED: May 2025 There world has many forbidden desires to offer, and to Catherine Kingsley, Blair Anderson is the most ineffable of thirsts. Found entangled in clandestine meetings and entrapped in the complexities of an illicit affair, the young woman must decide wether her older professor is worth the yearning and heartache, and for the latter, wether igniting this inextinguible connection is something worth risking her career for.

Carli D'angelo has been a member of the Behavioral Analysis Unit for nearly a year and a half now. Her team is called in to track down an active serial killer in Seattle. The last thing Carli expects as she works the case is to meet Elle Greenaway, a sex crimes agent with her eye on the open BAU position. In a line of work with strict policy and unpredictable danger, Carli and Elle fight to keep their emotions in check. But as time progresses, they slowly realize the truth: they are fighting for each other. #1 fbi 3/26/23 #1 elle 1/23/23 #1 ellegreenaway 8/25/22 #1 bau 5/24/22 #1 gxg 4/10/22 #1 womanxwoman 2/25/22 #1 derekmorgan 2/10/22 #1 wlw 2/8/22 #1 jenniferjareau 12/14/21 #1 crimefiction 11/12/21 #1 penelopegarcia 10/24/21 #1 lgbtfiction 8/11/21 #1 criminalminds 3/5/21 #1 fbiagent 12/14/20

There are normal people and then there is Jade Tate. The girl who is everything, she has brains, beauty, and talent. The issue? I am in love with her, did I mention she is my best friend and she has friend-zoned me off the planet? Send help! Skylar Clifton has one major problem, she is in love with her best friend Jade Tate. After an accidental kiss, Skylar can no longer repress her feelings and decides she wants to get Jade to fall in love with her. The problem, Skylar is as introverted as they come, while Jade is the queen of extroverts. Now, this introvert will have to climb out of her shell, claw her way out of the friend zone, and win the heart of her best friend. That's not too hard, right? Did I forget to mention Jade is in love with someone else? Skylar will do anything to draw her best friend's attention but her actions might draw the attention of someone else.

When Charlie Miller loses her job the week before both her roommates move to California, she decides it's time to get out of Texas. But with her bank account embarrassingly empty and her newly divorced parents living thousands of miles apart, she doesn't know where to go. And then she remembers Fisher. The small lakeside town in Idaho where she spent every summer until she was eighteen at her uncle's cabin. It's the last place she was truly happy, so the day Gaby and Tay move out, Charlie packs up her car and embarks on the 1,800-mile drive. She has no idea what to expect when she gets there: her uncle sold the cabin six years ago, after all, and the last time she was there she was surrounded by her cousins. This time around she is alone, and she is lonely. When she revisits the old cabin, it's pure nostalgia. Until she is caught by the neighbor. Who just happens to be the most beautiful woman Charlie has ever seen. She is smitten, instantly, and all of a sudden her trip to Fisher has a purpose. The only problem: Lou is almost twenty years older, she has a teenage daughter, and Charlie's pretty sure she's straight. But the more time they spend together, the less sure Charlie is, and when a freak event throws them together, there's only one way to find out. After all, she's only here for two weeks and then she has to figure her life out. She has nothing left to lose. © Elle Carrigan 2023