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His Noor Her Defiance  by KabirNanaHawau
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His Noor, Her Defiance is an enemies-to-lovers romance. Maheerah Noor Magaji is a stubborn young CEO with anger issues and too much confidence. Adil Bayero is a cold billionaire tech mogul who loves control. After he humiliates her, she publicly accuses him of getting her pregnant. What was meant to be revenge turns into a fake engagement. He's possessive, calm, and dangerously attractive. She's dramatic, defiant, and impossible to control. Between scandals, revenge, and undeniable chemistry... who falls first loses.
Her Qadr by ameenasidii
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She was never meant to be his. But destiny doesn't ask for permission. Meet Fatima Zahra, 22 years old. A radiant soul-loving, beautiful, full of life. An extrovert with a warm heart, she wears joy like a second skin. But behind her laughter lies a quiet strength and a deep sense of responsibility. Then there's Umar-33, calm and composed. Gentle by nature, yet strikingly handsome in a way that makes silence feel louder around him. An introvert, thoughtful and kind, carrying the weight of loss with quiet grace. Umar was her cousin. Her brother-in-law. Her sister Haneefa's husband. That was-until tragedy took Haneefa away, leaving behind their two-month-old twins, Anam and Anim-and a void too large to fill. When Fatima is forced into marrying Umar to help raise her sister's children, her world begins to unravel. The man she once looked up to like an older brother becomes her husband. And with that, everything changes. She didn't choose this life. But maybe... fate did. How do you love someone you were never meant to love? How do you find peace when guilt holds your heart hostage? And what if... love dares to grow where pain once lived? In a story where duty blurs with destiny, and heartbreak dances with hope, Fatima must navigate grief, forbidden emotions, and the quiet pull of Qadr-the divine will she never saw coming. Fatima never dreamed of a life like this. But sometimes, the hardest stories... are the ones written by destiny. And sometimes, the person you're not supposed to love -is the only one who can make your broken heart beat again. Now the questions remain... Can you choose love when it feels like betrayal? Can your heart bloom in the shadow of another woman's memory-especially when that woman was your sister? Is this sacrifice? Or is it fate-disguised as pain? Will she ever truly love him? Will he ever see her as his wife, not just the mother of his children? Well.. There's only one way to find out.
Bound by honor (Book III in the bound series) by Theanonisho
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"I love you, Bils. I've always loved you," Mukhtar said, his voice low, desperate. "I'm sorry for running away sorry for how things ended between us. Please... just give me a chance to prove myself." He looked at her like she was his last prayer. Bilkisu bit her lip, torn between the ache of remembering and the need to protect what was left of her pride. "Mukhtar?" she said softly, then her eyes hardened. "No." He was her almost. Her what-if. Her once-upon-a-time. And then he disappeared twice. Mukhtar has always known where his loyalty lies: with his family, his culture. But when it comes to Bilkisu his cousin and first love the lines between honor and desire blur. A year ago, they shared something quiet but real until he ghosted her without explanation. Twice. Now, with another man's proposal on the table and pressure mounting, Bilkisu must decide: will she marry for duty, or risk everything for a love that's never been allowed to breathe? But Mukhtar isn't the same man who walked away. And Bilkisu isn't the girl who waited. Set against the backdrop of tradition, expectations, and the sacrifices made in silence, Bound by Honor explores whether love can still bloom in the soil of restraint and what happens when two hearts, bound by everything but time, finally speak.
Bound by fate.(Book I in the Bound Series ) by Theanonisho
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"A marriage neither of them chose. A chemistry they can't ignore. And a fate neither of them can escape." "You're avoiding me." Yusra froze, fingers tightening around the silk scarf. She didn't turn. "I'm not." Fahad scoffed. "You barely look at me. You barely speak to me." "Maybe there's nothing to say." He stepped closer, his voice low. "You've been acting like I don't exist since the conveyance. If you have a problem, say it." Yusra turned, chin lifted. "Why would I? It's not like you care." His jaw tightened. "You think I don't?" "You don't act like it." Silence. Heavy, charged. Then, before she could move, his fingers brushed hers-a fleeting touch, but enough to send a jolt of heat through her. She inhaled sharply. "You think I don't care? Since when?" His voice was rough, edged with something dangerous. He leaned in, forcing her to look up. "Then tell me why you're shaking." She wasn't. At least, she didn't think she was. But now, with his touch lingering, she wasn't so sure. Fahad's gaze flickered to her parted lips before he pulled back, his restraint like a thread about to snap. "You don't want me to care, Yusra," he murmured. "Because if I do, neither of us will be able to stop what happens next." And just like that, he walked away-leaving her breathless, rattled, and desperate to understand why she suddenly wanted him to turn back.
From tears to tiara by byjidda
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This is a story of self-discovery and growth. Jidda is that woman that everybody sees on the internet and admires. But before that woman, there was a broken girl who struggled to become who she is today. Khalifa, the second born of the Emir of Zazzau, is the man she never thought she needed in her life. Regardless of his status, she just wants to be independent and have fun. Behold the story of Jidda and her darling prince as they overcome all odds while staying in each other's arms until the very end. This is the first book in (The Khalifas) series. 🫠
Unspoken Love by Grey_blanket-writes
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This story is not for everyone. Not every marriage hides a gentle love story. Not every man is a hero. And not every girl is born brave enough to fight back. Some girls are raised to stay silent - taught to obey, to endure, to sacrifice. Their fear becomes their cage, their hesitation the reason they lose pieces of themselves little by little. And some men grow up believing power is love, dominance is care, and a wife exists only to surrender. This is not a fairytale. No prince is waiting at the end. Bound by an unexpected marriage to a man eight years older than her - a man once meant to become her brother-in-law - she is forced into the lavish yet suffocating world of the ruthless CEO of Acharya Industrialisation Pvt. Ltd. A man worshipped by society, feared by his employees, and shaped by a royal family where husbands are treated like gods and women are expected to kneel without question. He does not believe in love. He believes in possession. What begins as innocent hope slowly turns into quiet horror. Every gesture she once mistook for affection reveals something far darker beneath it. Her dream of a normal marriage dies a little more each day, until all she longs for is a single moment to breathe without fear. And him? He is not written to be redeemed easily. This story carries fragments of reality - the truths many women still live through behind closed doors, hidden beneath wealth, status, and perfect family names. It is cruel, emotional, uncomfortable, and painfully human. So read at your own risk. Because some stories are not meant to comfort you. Some are meant to haunt you.
A marriage of names  by Naylahabdul
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In the city of Kaduna and Zaria, where tradition holds power and family names carry weight, Amina Usman Suleiman dreams of freedom. A final year sociology student at ABU Zaria and the beloved daughter of a prominent Northern family, Amina has always known her life is not entirely her own. But she's in love with Yasir Ibrahim, a rebellious guy with a sharp tongue, dangerous habits, and a heart that beats only for her. Their love is fire passionate, toxic, addictive From their school days at Essence International to stolen weekends and whispered promises, they've lived in a world where love dares to challenge legacy Until Amina's father arranges her marriage to Khalid Aminu Bello the cold, mysterious heir to a powerful business dynasty. Khalid isn't interested in love either. He has wounds of his own. But duty demands obedience, and families like theirs don't ask they decide. What begins as a polite arrangement slowly begins to shift. In shared silences, small kindnesses, and late night confessions, Amina and Khalid find themselves entangled in something unexpected. Now, caught between a love that refuses to die and a marriage she never asked for, Amina must choose: The boy who holds her heart. Or the man who might help her rewrite her story. Set against the rich cultural tapestry of Northern Nigeria, A Marriage of Names is a sweeping tale of love, duty, and the cost of choosing yourself in a world built on expectations.
Unexpectedly Yours  by RadiyatSaeed
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Book one of the "𝗨𝗻𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱" series 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗽𝘁 Then she asked, "Where are we going, Yusuf?" I corrected her gently. "Yaya Yusuf." She looked puzzled. "Huh?" "I mean... you should address me as Yaya Yusuf. It shows respect in our Hausa tradition." She blinked, then nodded slowly. "Okayyy. Yaya Yusuf. Where are we going?" I smiled a little. "We're going to a boutique. Or would you prefer we go to a café? It's your call." She thought for a moment, looking out the window again. Then she said, "I'd like to go to the biggest library in Kaduna...Kashim Ibrahim Library." I glanced at her, surprised. "A library? Seriously, Aisha? You want us to go to a libra..." "Yaya Aisha." she said cutting me off. Now it was my turn to look confused. She smiled...small, but mischievous. "I mean... you should address me as Yaya Aisha. Respect is reciprocal, you know."
FOREVER BOUND by antisocial-bee
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Story Description: In the heart of Abuja, two worlds collide when Mariya Abubakar Zanna, the stunning and fiery daughter of distinguished Senator Usman Abubakar Zanna, meets Umar Bukar Ibrahim, a ruthless oil mogul and devoted single father. Mariya, the epitome of Abuja's high society, lives for glamour, luxury, and attention. Her sharp tongue and unapologetic attitude command respect, yet beneath her polished facade lies a complex, proud woman. However, her reckless behavior threatens to tarnish her father's reputation. Umar, a self-made petroleum engineer, exudes power and authority. His rugged, chiseled features and piercing gaze strike fear into business rivals. His life revolves around his adorable daughter, Fatima, his revered mother, Hajiya Fannah, and his empire. No nonsense, no distractions. When Mariya's scandalous actions jeopardize her father's political career, Senator Zanna seeks a solution to tame his wild child. Umar's father, the revered Alhaji Ibrahim, wishes to see his unmarried son settle down and provide a stable mother figure for Fatima. Their families orchestrate a union, hoping marriage will calm Mariya's rebellious spirit and provide Umar with a suitable partner. The unlikely pair is thrust into a whirlwind of opulence, politics, and passion. Will Mariya's spontaneity soften Umar's steel-like heart? Can Umar's stability tame Mariya's restless spirit? Or will their differences tear them apart?
𝐈𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐔𝐬.  by _Softlylostinstories
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𝐇𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐚𝐧-vast enough to disappear in, silent enough to swallow you whole before you even realize you're drowning. 𝐒𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐞-soft enough to draw you closer, bright enough to mesmerize... and ruthless enough to reduce you to nothing but ash. ✧・゚: ✧・゚:✧・゚: ✧・゚:✧・゚: ✧・゚: 𝐀𝐫𝐡𝐚𝐦 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐪 × 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐚 𝐇𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐧 ✧・゚: ✧・゚:✧・゚: ✧・゚:✧・゚: ✧・゚: Arham Farooq was left at the altar with vows that meant everything to him and nothing to the woman who walked away. Maira Hassan was never meant to be the bride. But when scandal threatens to destroy her family, she steps into a wedding dress meant for someone else... and marries a man who looks at her like she is the ruin of everything he once had. Now they share a name, a home, and a marriage neither of them wanted. He sees her as a reminder. She sees him as a man she can never truly love. They are not lovers. They are not strangers. They are something far more dangerous two people bound by vows, resentment, and a pull neither of them wants to feel. Because the ocean can drag you under. And fire can burn you alive. But what happens when you are trapped between the two? .*✿❀ ❀✿****✿❀ ❀✿* 𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮'𝐥𝐥 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐫: ♡ Enemies to Lovers ♡ Slow Burn Romance ♡ Forced Marriage ♡ Tragic Past ♡ Hurt/Comfort ♡ Healing Through Love ♡ She falls first, he falls harder