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BROKEN SOUL  by VeiledByNight
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He wears silence like a crown. A thousand-dollar suit, eyes that cut sharper than his words. Cold. Calculated. The kind of man who turns hearts into cautionary tales. But beneath the arrogance lies a storm - one touch away from breaking his own rules. Love, to him, was a weakness... until she became his greatest distraction. She's chaos in heels - bold enough to talk back, brave enough to stand alone. A rebel trapped in silk, forced to obey, yet born to defy. She laughs at love, calls it a trap - until his cold gaze starts to feel like home. Clumsy with words, fearless with heart, she's the only flame that could melt his frost. "In a world built on control, love was the only rebellion they never planned." And she doesn't even know it yet.
Mr Al-Arab and I  by missinvisiblewrites
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Mr. Al-Arab and I is a poignant exploration of love's unpredictable nature, the power of reconciliation, and the growth that arises from even the most difficult relationships. It reveals that sometimes, the most challenging bonds can evolve into the deepest connections, and that true love involves not only learning to love another person, but also learning to love oneself. The novel centers on Manal and Bashir,despite a history of constant bickering and stark differences, are thrust together in an arranged marriage. Their relationship begins as a clash of personalities, with every interaction marked by tension and conflict. Initially, their marriage is a compromise-a union forged out of necessity, rather than affection. Bashir, driven by his desire to protect and provide for his daughter whose mother has been taken by the cold hands of death claims deep love for Manal. What starts as a facade gradually evolves into something real. Over time, as they navigate the trials of marriage, Bashir's feelings for Manal grow, and the two begin to discover a deep, unexpected connection. But love does not come easily. The path to happiness is fraught with challenges. As the initial thrill of their union fades, they find themselves facing the complexities of everyday life, and their relationship once again feels like an emotional battleground. In the end, Mr. Al-Arab and I is a journey of personal growth, forgiveness, and the profound realization that sometimes, love emerges where we least expect it-through conflict, vulnerability, and the willingness to evolve together.
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.
YOURS,Nuwaira by Theanonisho
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Nuwaira has everything,except the one life she has always dreamed of. At thirty-one, she's a celebrated fashion designer;brilliant, admired, and impossible to ignore. Yet the one thing she has always wanted most; a marriage, and a family, has always slipped just out of reach. Once, she came heartbreakingly close. Adil has never truly been part of her world. Their interactions have never gone beyond polite greetings. Even as a child, Nuwaira knew he didn't like her, she didn't like him too and had never pretended otherwise. "You'll never change, Nuwairah." "And you'll always be self-righteous," she shot back. Adil thinks he knows exactly the kind of woman she is. But rumors are easy. Truth is harder. When life begins to unravel in ways Nuwaira never expected, the last person she wants near her becomes the one who refuses to leave,long enough to see the woman behind the gossip and armor. Long enough to fall for her. Even if trusting him might mean opening her heart again... after losing everything she once believed was certain. Yours, Nuwaira is a slow-burn, deeply emotional romance about misjudgment, resilience, and the fragile courage it takes to love again,because sometimes the last person you'd ever trust with your heart becomes the one who falls first... and refuses to let you face the storm alone.
Careless Whispers by Pendripz
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Waking up to find out her boss was her ex was really shocking and more heartbreaking that what they had was fake. Nothing seem more sketchy than the fact that she was engaged to her ex's best friend. Nothing seem more bemused that something still held her and her Ex together, a sex tape that could ruin both the wealthy and the commoner beyond mercy. Without a second thought, Harrison Adeleke was ready to fight for his name but could he and Obi sit around the table after such a painful separation to fight their common enemy without waking their sleeping passion? #love #romance #heartbreak #fiction #Nigeria
Hate Me Gently by Queenchimtae
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"You talk too much for my liking". "And yet, here you are, listening". . They were once everything to each other- until time, distance, and silence turned them into strangers. Now, they're nothing alike. Two strangers with distaste towards each other. One is fire. The other, ice. But the sparks between them? Unmistakable and Unavoidable. They clash. They burn. And yet, something keeps pulling them back, something buried beneath forgotten memories and words never said. It was supposed to be hate. But hate was never meant to feel like this. They were never supposed to meet. Never supposed to care. But the past has a way of finding its way home - even when it's been forgotten. What happens when two people who were once everything to each other... become strangers again? Started- 10th July, 2025 Ended- 21st December, 2025 ✨ Most impressive ranking ✨
The Bellrich Vow. by zephina__
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The second book is in the BELLRICH ACADEMY. This is not a stand-alone novel. The first book is The Bellrich Vow. *** Marrying Kelvin Robinson was never about love-it was survival. To the outside world, Dara's decision seems reckless, but she knows it's the only way to escape the suffocating grip of both her own family and the ruthless Robinsons. But marriage is not the end of her battles-it's just the beginning. As she struggles to navigate life at Bellrich University, her so-called friends, and the dangerous web of the elite, one shadow from her past refuses to fade: Kelson Robinson, Kelvin's twin brother, and the man who shattered her trust. With the weight of two powerful families pressing down on her, her growing feelings for her new husband become another battle she never anticipated. Taking the Robinson name was supposed to be a shield, but instead, it makes her a bigger target. In a world where loyalty is a facade and secrets hold more power than wealth, Dara must decide-will she fight for herself, or be consumed by the forces that control her? **** The book series (for now). THE BULLIED GIRL IS WITH A CHILD. (Completed.) COPIOUS CONSEQUENCES. (Completed). A FRIEND TO REMEMBER. (Ongoing).
A friend To Remember. by zephina__
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**** Money. Wealth. Fame. Power. They have it all. But beneath the glitz and glamour lies something far more sinister. Denise never imagined that her past was a lie. That twelve years ago, her life had been stolen from her. Growing up in the slums of Lagos, she learned not to dream-dreams didn't belong to people like her. All she wanted was a way out, a job to pull her and her sister out of poverty. But when the truth comes crashing down, her simple existence is ripped apart. She isn't just another struggling girl-she is the long-lost daughter of one of Nigeria's wealthiest families. And they want her back. Thrown into a world of untold riches, Denise is expected to adjust, to play her part in a life she never knew existed. But not all that glitters is gold. Her twin sister despises her, her new family is drowning in secrets, and the mystery of her kidnapping looms over her like a dark shadow. To make things worse, Bellrich Academy-the elite school she now attends-is a battlefield of ruthless rich teens, social hierarchies, and cruel mind games. And lurking beneath it all? A serial killer picking off students one by one. In this world, failure is not an option. Survival means navigating deadly secrets, deadly people, and deadly truths. Because in the world of the elite, the most dangerous thing Denise can be-is unprepared.
The Bellrich Pariah. by zephina__
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**** Everyone knew who ruled Bellrich University. Kelvin Robinson-wealthy, brilliant, and untouchable-was the king of Nigeria's most prestigious private university. His influence stretched far beyond the campus walls, and nothing ever disrupted his carefully controlled world. Until Darasimi walked in. A twenty-two-year-old single mother with a dark past and a promising future, Dara arrives at Bellrich on a scholarship, determined to focus on her studies. But on her very first day, she makes the worst mistake possible-she challenges Kelvin Robinson. In an instant, she becomes public enemy number one. An academic rivalry quickly spirals into something neither of them expected. Kelvin hates Dara. Dara hates Kelvin. Or so they think. But as their battles escalate, secrets from the past begin to unravel, pulling Dara into a world of power, privilege, and hidden dangers she never anticipated. With old and new enemies closing in, Dara must navigate a university built on wealth and influence-where the price of survival is far greater than she ever imagined. Will she conform, fight back, or risk everything to carve out her own place in a world that was never meant for her? **** The first book in the Bellrich Academy series. The series is still ongoing. THE BELLRICH PARIAH. (Completed). THE BELLRICH VOW. (Completed). A FRIEND TO REMEMBER. (Ongoing.) **** This book is under major EDITING. if you have read it before then just know there are major changes. Enjoy. ****