These pages hold feelings I lived through, learned from, and finally let go of.

In a world of lace and lies, she was nothing but a bargaining chip. Orphaned. Unwanted. Forgotten. Seventeen year old Elowen has spent her life in the shadow of a family that only took her in for appearances. Now, burdened by poverty and mounting debts, they sell her off to a man no one dares speak of in daylight. The Duke of Draemond. Feared. Revered. Ruthless. But the Duke is no ageing aristocrat. He's young, cold, and hiding a blood-stained, shadowy empire beneath his noble title. She was meant to be his puppet wife. Instead, she becomes his greatest weakness... and possibly his undoing. A tale of secrets, survival, and a love that was never meant to bloom.

Jiya Tripathi came to attend her cousin's wedding but in a twist of events, she became the bride. Now trapped with a grumpy zamindar and his unpredictable family, will she fall in love or convince him to leave her? ◖Age Gap ◖Desi Erotica ◖Soft Romance ◖Slow Burn Romance ◖Forced Marriage ◖Suspense

She entered the wrong room. He caught her before she could escape. A frightened little rabbit. A ruthless man who doesn't let go. When Mrityunjay Singh Rathore - cold, calculative, and dangerous - crosses paths with Ishika, a girl too soft for his dark world, something shifts. What begins as fear turns into obsession. What should have been avoided becomes inevitable. She was never meant to be his. But once he touches her, letting go is no longer an option. He will decide her fate. To ruin her. To protect her. Or to love her in a way that destroys them both. What happens when a man with no soul finds his salvation in the one girl he should never touch? 🔥 Tropes: Grumpy × Sunshine ML obsessed with FL Arranged Marriage Love at First Sight Royal Romance Sometimes Dark | Sometimes Fluffy Family Rivalry Possessive ML 🏅 Ranking: At some point of time. #1 Fakeidentity #1 mysteryromance #27 Royalty #2 Ruthless #8 royal

Knight x Princess In a kingdom ruled by fear and tradition, lies a knight and a princess. A knight, cloaked in armor and rumor, wearing a mask that hides a soul weighed down by sorrow and hatred. A princess, being swallowed by expectation, overlooked by those too loud to notice her pain. When fate binds them in an arranged marriage neither of them chose, it is meant to be a sentence. A punishment for her, a strategy for him. But behind guarded eyes and sharp silences, something begins to stir. He sees the quiet fire in her that no one else bothered to notice. She sees the man behind the blade, the one who bleeds and the one who hides. In stolen glances. In late night conversations and lingering silence. She begins to see the man beneath the steel. He begins to hear the voice behind her silence. But love is dangerous in a world like theirs. Because secrets are buried deep within the castle walls. And neither of them truly knows the other's past... or what their union is truly meant to ignite. He was forged to destroy. She was taught to endure. Together, they may either save a kingdom or burn it to ash. When sword meets silence, when fear meets fury... what will be born of it? What destiny awaits when the fearsome knight's fury meets the silent strength of the quiet princess? Together, can they rewrite the fate that neither could face alone? *note~i do not own any pictures/images that are uploaded throughout the entirety of this book...all rights go to the rightful owners*

SHE IS CONFLICTED... Emma Everard has said yes to marrying Samuel Theobald, a dear friend of hers. Emma cannot find a single fault in her decision, but she also has trouble recognizing if it is the correct one, especially when someone else comes along to pique her interest, both intellectually and physically, as he exposes her into a completely different world in the Town she has never seen before. HE WANTS IT ALL... Samuel Theobald has always been in love with the beautiful, intelligent and opinionated Emma Everard. And now that she has said yes, he cannot be happier. The Town loves him for his bold articles and he revels at the freedom the pen provides, but trouble and intrigue will soon make him face choices that may change the course of his career forever. THE INTRUDER... For Wynne Hastings, getting close to Emma Everard is beyond knowing more about his friend's future wife. He is on a mission to shake the Everards and those they protect. Wynne is quite willing to do anything to get closer to Emma and the secrets of the Everards, even if it meant seducing her and losing his best friend. But there is one thing Wynne does not know: Emma Everard is on to him and she is ready. THE WINNER TAKES IT ALL... In the end, it is a battle of good and evil; of wits and tricks; and of loyalty, ambition and love. Still set in the fictional place of the Town, this final book in the Everard Family series follows one man obsessed to push society to fight while struggling to keep those he loves, another man who slowly falls for the wrong woman his family wants to ruin, and the heroine who happens to be in the middle of a silent, brewing war against herself, the man she adores, and the one she is fighting not to love. [This story is a standalone title in the Everard Family series] [This is a FREE book with PAID exclusive chapters]

"Deliciously captivating! It's the perfect amount of laughs, love and drama. You won't be able to put this book down!" - Grace K @ HQ. When Agatha becomes the Everard's governess, she's grateful for a way to escape her dark past. That is until her growing feelings for the mysterious Lord of the house begin to present an even greater risk. ***** The Everard's are one of the most esteemed families in Wickhurst. And Benedict, the Lord of Devonshire and the eldest of the clan, is as mysterious and brooding as anyone The Town has ever seen. His face is marked with scars, and no one dares to speak on how he got them. Known to all as 'the beast,' the townsfolk tremble in his wake. But little does he know that he is about to meet his match in Agatha Blair, his sisters' new governess. Agatha is witty, smart and gives him a run for his money when he tries to peel back the layers of who she really is. She truly intrigues him more than any woman he has met but she is a governess and he is a Lord. The Town would shun the union of two people from different stations and any romance between them is surely a recipe for social disaster! But what can they do when the burning hot feelings refuse to relent? And when Benedict uncovers that Agatha is hiding a secret far more dangerous than anything he could have imagined, will love save the day and will Agatha finally tame the beast? *This story is a standalone title in the Everard Family series. [Now a Hachette Audiobook!] [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]]

AU Premise Timeline Divergence: Sirius never dies in the battle at the Department of Mysteries. Found Family: Sirius and Remus eventually marry. Together, they adopt Harry, who carries heavy scars from abuse at the Dursleys-not just physical and mental, but sexual trauma later in his adolescence. Unexpected Allies: The Malfoys are fully reformed and wealthy, helping Harry escape the Dursleys' influence and later supporting him emotionally. No dark-side alignment here. Love Story: As Harry grows and heals in this safe, nurturing environment, he forms a bond with Draco, which gradually blossoms into love. --- Character Dynamics 1. Harry: Deeply traumatized but resilient. Initially distrustful of adults, especially those in positions of power or affection. Finds comfort in Sirius' rebellious warmth, Remus' gentle patience, and Draco's quiet loyalty. 2. Sirius: Protective, witty, slightly reckless. Forms a strong parental bond with Harry, giving him freedom and unconditional love. Helps Harry navigate trust and intimacy issues stemming from his trauma. 3. Remus: Calm, thoughtful, and nurturing. Works with Harry to provide structure and emotional safety. Acts as a stabilizing force in the household, often mediating Sirius' impulsive tendencies. 4. Draco: Reformed, proud, and cautious due to his family history. Initially keeps his distance but grows closer to Harry after witnessing his vulnerability and resilience. His love story with Harry is gradual, tender, and marked by emotional trust-building. 5. Malfoys (Lucius & Narcissa): Wealthy, influential, morally upright in this AU. Help rescue Harry and provide logistical and emotional support. Develop a unique, respectful relationship with Harry as a chosen family member

A damaged duke. A misunderstood duchess. A marriage forged in the fires of obligation. Jane Miller's world shatters with the discovery of a devastating secret. Forced to leave behind the family she once cherished, burdened by her father's insurmountable debts, and thrust into an arranged marriage to the enigmatic Edward Green, Jane teeters on the edge of despair. As she is drawn deeper into Edward's icy world, her resolve begins to waver. From the start, their union is rife with distrust, unspoken resentments, and clashing wills. But beneath Edward's aloof exterior lies a man harbouring his own scars and secrets-ones that could either bridge the growing chasm between them or seal their fates forever. Can Jane and Edward overcome their differences to find solace in each other, or will their fragile connection crumble under the weight of deception? Can love truly grow between adversaries? Or will the shadows of their pasts consume the fragile bond forming between them? Of Love and Deceit is a captivating enemies-to-lovers tale set in the Regency era, where every lingering glance and sharp word hides an unspoken truth. Fans of passionate romance and gripping drama will be swept into Jane and Edward's journey of betrayal, redemption, and a love forged in the unlikeliest of circumstances. If you enjoyed Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, you'll love Of Love and Deceit. Discover the secrets and struggles that bind Jane and Edward together-one click to begin this riveting journey today!

The global phenomenon has arrived! Dive into exclusive English translation and experience the story in theatres starting April 10 (Spain) and April 16 (Mexico, Peru, and Ecuador). Coming to Colombia and limited US theatres starting May 1. --- Halsey, a cheerful optimist, and Luke, a guarded cynic struggling with trauma and addiction, seem like opposites who should never fall in love, but they do. As Halsey tries to help Luke heal from his painful past, their relationship brings him hope and happiness. Then life takes an unexpected turn, testing whether love can truly overcome deep scars-or if some wounds are too much to heal. An international bestseller about love, trauma, addiction, and the impact these have on relationships-now in English! Translated by Mark Harris