England, 1960. As a closely kept secret threatens to swallow Liv Sutton whole, she finds solace in her best friend, Theo Callaghan, and his rising band. And as the gritty music scene pulls Liv and Theo into smoky clubs, ambition, and tangled dreams, something shifts between them. Friendship with Theo begins falling into something deeper, risking everything they've built together. She's been surviving for years, and falling for her best friend might ruin the only safe thing she has left. (Extended Summary Inside) Updates every Sunday . . . . "You know I sleep better when I'm with you," I whispered, my mind groggy as my muscles finally loosened. "I know," Theo said, his breath hot against my neck. His steady breathing and tight hold were already lulling me to sleep. And I wasn't sure if I dreamed his last words, but it sounded like he whispered, "I sleep better with you, too." . . . . This is a mature story, and as such, there is swearing, shagging, minor drug use, violence, angst, and explicit adult situations (all characters will be over 18). Please note the *trigger warning* for physical abuse in the early chapters. I do promise that happier times follow. . . . . Comments, feedback, and votes are always very much appreciated. I will reply to you as quickly as possible! Thank you so much for reading! x

Izmir, 1922. As a city falls to flames, a woman holds a stranger's child in her arms and fights to save its life-with nothing but courage and faith. This is the true story of a family that never gave up. From the burning shores of Asia Minor to the snow-covered mountains of World War II, through poverty, war, and exile, Katerina and her grandson walk a path carved by history's wounds. She, a housemaid turned protector of a child not her own. He, a soldier who carried a wounded comrade for hours through the rain. And between them, the women who endured, the children who were born, and the dreams that whispered back to life. A story about people who learned to love with their hands, to fight in silence, and to keep going-with courage and hope.

She was the youngest sister of the family. Sheltered. Protected. Far too innocent for the kind of world he lived in. And unfortunately for her, she was the key to his freedom. For him, it was supposed to be simple. Get close to her, finish what he came for, and leave before any of it could matter. Quick. Clean. Forgettable. She was never supposed to get under his skin. Never supposed to make him laugh when he hadn't found anything amusing in years. Never supposed to look at him like there was still something good left in him. But somehow, she did. And the worst part? The closer he gets to freedom, the harder it becomes to let her go. Tropes: * Forced proximity * Flirty x sunshine * Protective tension * Angst * He fell first * Touch her and die vibes * Emotional slow burn * Forbidden attachment ---- ✨ 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗮 𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸! 𝗜𝘁 𝗴𝗼𝘁 𝗺𝗲 𝘀𝗼 𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹-𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗜 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗴𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗜 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴. 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴.

The unique besties of Haxby town- A damsel and a Madame! Astrid Tate- The young, sweet teenager adored by the entire town for her polite smile and delicious cakes. It was her dream to turn passion into a reality with just a simple catch. That her future should not be anywhere near the lanes of Haxby. The shadow of her messy home was lethal enough to burnaway any hope. Also, the icing on the cake of her miseries was her hidden past! So, she stuck to the plan. The one, she build with her best friend who was faraway living her dreams. Melissa Brown- The diva that the Highschool thought it would never really have but dearly missed when she ran after her goal faster than a bullet train! Most peculiar thing remembered about the fashionista was her die-hard bond with the school's shy and boring valedictorian candidate. For many they made no sense. But for Mel, that bond was a source of happiness in her life. And so betrayed by destiny, she returned home, only to her biggest shock! Follow the journey of the two friends as they battle secrets and lies to reach for the stars that shine beyond the limits of their courage. Will the past win or the unexpected surprises will turn their lives on a new path? Only story will tell :) UPDATE EVERY WEDNESDAY.

When Ebun disappears during a trip abroad, the lives of those she leaves behind begin to quietly unravel. Temi is left grappling with grief without closure. In Manchester, she tries to hold herself together-navigating a strained relationship, therapy sessions, and an unexpected pull toward spirituality that challenges everything she thought she believed about love, faith, and herself. Lawrence, meanwhile, is struggling to stay afloat. A young father with a complicated past, he balances work, co-parenting, and the weight of loss while trying to be a good friend, a good partner, and a good man. As new relationships form and old wounds resurface, Lawrence is forced to confront who he is becoming-and who he's already lost. As Temi and Lawrence move through heartbreak, betrayal, and unanswered questions, their journeys mirror one another in unexpected ways. Both must reckon with absence-of truth, of certainty, of people they love-and decide how to move forward when the past refuses to stay buried. Set against the backdrop of Manchester's festivals, flats, and late-night conversations, The Distance Between Us, is a contemporary novel about friendship, diaspora, grief, and the search for meaning in a world that offers no easy answers #2 spirituality 17/01/2026 🌟

"Is this right?" Aiden whispered, fingers trembling inside of me. "Tell me what to do." And then his teammate walked in. Ψ The first time Aiden Wilder touched me, he asked if he was doing it right. The second time, he begged me to teach him more. The third time, we weren't alone. Aiden is the NHL's #1 draft pick. Nineteen. Six-foot-one of raw talent and a contract worth millions. He's fast on the ice, awkward off it... and a virgin. I was hired to coach him through fame. Help him deal with the media, the fans, the pressure. Not teach him how to take off my clothes with shaking hands. Not guide his mouth between my thighs and whisper praise into his ear. Not fall for the way he moans like he means it. But then his teammate Luke Mitchell walked in-older, cockier, and definitely not as straight as everyone thinks. He saw what we were doing. He didn't walk away. He asked if we needed help. And Aiden? He said yes. Now there's three of us. No rules. No labels. No going back. But somewhere between the lessons, the touches, and the kisses we shouldn't have shared...someone caught feelings. And I'm scared it wasn't just one of them.

After Riven's life fell apart losing friends, family, and the person he thought he was - he ends up in the quiet beach town of Windlow, living with his uncle Nick. His parents failed him in ways that can't be undone, and he's trying to forget, to start over, to be someone new. Then he meets Vinnie. The captain of the hockey team, hard to like and just as hard to really know. Everyone sees confidence and charm, but Riven sees something else - a kind of loneliness that feels too familiar. Vinnie's the type of person who carries his past like it's stitched into his skin, pretending it doesn't hurt. As the two of them grow closer, secrets start to surface - the kind that don't stay buried no matter how far you run. Will they save each other from drowning, or will the tide pull them under?

When Alyssa received her scholarship to attend The university of Houston, she had no idea that one kiss in a club could be so persistent. Running into James at a school party before the semester took her by surprise, however, James had other things on his mind. Her. He knew Alyssa wanted him and he wanted her back, but she was making him work for it. "Oh, okay, I'll play chase" he smirked at me, amusement playing in his eyes as he closed the space between us, our lips almost brushing. "I hope you know how to run." Will the notorious bad boy boxer get the girl ? Will they let their walls down for each other? Will the drama of college get the better of them? Will they have steamy shower sex? Let's find out.... Highest Rankings: #1 Collegestudent #1 Uni #1 Pleasure #1 College Stories #1 University #1 Chase #1 Newgirl #2 Steamy #2 collegeromance #2 Australia #2 new story #4 angstwithhappyending #5 Hot #6 Mature #6 Boxing #6 Dorm #7 college #8 games #10 mature