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Between Us and the Stars by Blandishments
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"You deserve someone who treats you like you're everything... and I'm not going to stop proving that to you." Nicoletta has always believed she was in a stable relationship, convinced that the ups and downs were simply part of love. But meeting Cameron challenges everything she thought she knew. His kindness and attention slowly unveil the truth: she's been settling for less, accepting treatment that doesn't honor her worth. Cameron becomes a confidant, providing a fresh perspective and advice that helps Nicoletta release her burdens. With each conversation, she begins to experience what real appreciation feels like-respect and care given freely, without expectations. This raises a painful question: why can't Xander offer her the same? As her loyalty to the man she's tried to fix clashes with the realization that love should be unconditional, Nicoletta finds herself at a crossroads. Should she cling to the familiar version of Xander, or dare to embrace the possibility that someone like Cameron could offer her the love she never believed she deserved? Cameron might be the catalyst, but it's Nicoletta who must rewrite her own story and embrace the love and respect she didn't know she was missing. This is a story of awakening, where Nicoletta learns that true love doesn't diminish her-it lifts her up
More Than Meets The Eye by notkrystel
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[COMPLETED] Doctor Cameron Albrecht is the most annoying man Xander has ever met, and hooking up with him was a terrible idea. So, why can't Xander stop himself from coming back for seconds? And thirds? Maybe there's more to this doctor than meets the eye. But will Cameron ever show what's behind that cold, angry façade? Or is this destined to be nothing more than a fling Xander will regret? cover created by: @meha-k
A Billion Reasons (Wish 8) by pseudoannie
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(Complete) Monty Whitby grew up knowing exactly what was expected of him. As the sole heir of Whitby Enterprises, he will one day take over, but his father never misses the opportunity to tell him he will never meet his expectations. Once Monty's reputation is formed, he has too many reasons not to change anyone's opinion. Can he save a damsel in distress and find himself in the process? Can he learn to believe anything is possible with a little magic? Will his broken heart heal so he can learn to love again? Best rank: #2 Wishes, #3 Updates © 2021 Pseudoannie All rights reserved
Sticky Notes |DISCONTINUED| by -rosebvd
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I knew life wouldn't treat me easily, and it hasn't, but please at least for my college life. For the love of god, let it be easy, and it was for my first year but for second year. Holy hell. After walking through those doors and seeing that bastards face, my whole plan would be turned upside down. He's an arrogant, egotistical, self centered prick. I want to hate him. || This is a ManxBoy story with BDSM aspects || ! There are some scenes that might trigger some readers so warnings will be put before the chapter.
Micah's Miracle: A Christmas Love Story by AMS1971
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"Miracles happen in a moment...but often take time to manifest." After watching his mother die of a broken heart, Micah Rose fears that the events of his youth have damaged him, rendering him incapable of falling in love - Until an unexpected chance encounter ignites a fleeting spark of hope in his heart-only to be extinguished a moment later, leaving Micah more certain than ever that the miracle of love is a myth...at least for him. Just when he is ready to accept his fate of a lonely existence, Micah meets Salvador-a weary old man consumed with regret and longing to reach out to a family he abandoned years ago. When Micah befriends the old man and aids him in his quest to reunite with his family, he has no idea that his small act of kindness has set in motion a chain of events that will change his life forever.
Loving You Is Forbidden (Third Book of "Fire and Ice" series) by TheWitchAndTheCat
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"There is a charm about the forbidden that makes it unspeakably desirable" Anatoly Denisov, or Tolya, used to be a delinquent and member of a gang, as the tattoos on his skin testify. After leaving the gang, Tolya had to work hard to re-build his past relationships especially with his twin brother, Dima. Nothing was simple, but he realized how his family and friends were more than ready to give him a second chance. Oleg Azarov, personal assistant and bodyguard of Tolya and Dima's father, was the man that made Anatoly open his eyes and face reality through harsh and effective methods and bike races, the only common passion they apparently share. But something happened when following the duties. Oleg grew attached to Anatoly in a way he could not afford, as he could not develop feelings for someone 14 yrs younger, and especially not for the son of the man that gave him a new life. There is a line clearly marking duties and loyalty and Oleg is not man to cross it. Anatoly calls Oleg a "sadistic and scary bastard" and cannot stand the fact he always speaks of duties whenever he refers to him, but there is something he can't deny: the burning physical attraction he feels for that man. Yet, he totally refuses to listen to his desire. But what happens to this equilibrium when Anatoly, the forbidden fruit and sweetest temptation, decides that he wants Oleg and will have him no matter what? What happens when constant temptation is first offered unintentionally and then deliberately, slowly scratching the line marking borders forbidden to cross? What will happen when forgotten past comes back to taunt Tolya? Duties, desires, principles, remorse, lust, attraction, obligation, guilt, rules, forbidden, allowed, bike races, adrenaline, excitement, resolution, need, gangs war, possessiveness, unleashed emotions, uncontrollable feelings and love. The love you cannot resist, the love you cannot fight. All clashes and fuses and confuses in this story of forbidden love.
Tricks of Love (Second Book of "Fire and Ice" series) by TheWitchAndTheCat
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The story is NOT edited; I apologize for the problem, but I shall edit it as soon as possible. Jasper Lucas is a shy, sweet and easily blushing, 17 years old student who loves to skateboard with his friends and spend time with his best friend, Travis Henderson. He is gay and his family hasn't accepted the fact and treats him coldly. His older brother Nicholas, however, is proud of him and loves him dearly. Thanks to Travis and his burning enthusiasm and persistence, Jasper's life is now brighter and happier. Thanks to Travis, Jasper has met and made new friends at school, which all like him and call him "cutie". But, what comes next? Jasper has an incredible and huge crush on Dmitri (Dima, for his friends) and he doesn't know what to do. Jas is too shy and timid to take matters in his hands. Perhaps he needs some advices from Travis and his well-known dirty mind... Oh boy, what to do? Dima is completely straight and horses around with girls, never getting serious about any of them; he is an outgoing, funny and easygoing Russian guy of 18 years, which resembles a huge blonde bear. He loves to play ice hockey with his best friends, to snowboard and sometimes to skateboard. He loves "Star Wars" and so does Jasper, and that's how their friendship started. Dima likes very much Jasper and his sweet and calm side, he finds himself wanting to help the little kid when he sees him down or sad. Dima likes Jasper, but just as a friend. Or is Dmitri only terribly dense? What will take Dima to realize Jasper isn't just a friend? Maybe a push from his friends, especially River and Travis. Maybe an unexpected rival; a new classmate who likes Jasper and keeps trying to flirt with him. Did I say one rival? Oh, my bad. Two new unexpected rivals. Will all of this make the funny grizzly finally realize he likes the cute koala more than a friend? Cover designed and made by Azer90
{ #4 }  The Darker Side Of The Moon (MxM || 18+) by Snape75
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Black Moon Series Book #4 Warning: #Mature #Gay #Triggering Do not read this if you haven't read at least I Would Give Him The Moon and Twisted Moon. It wouldn't make any sense. Sometimes you just don't need a vile family or to be beaten by your parents or an overly strict childhood to become a bad guy. Sometimes you just have it in you. Contrary to many delinquents, I never had to face anything like that. My parents lived well off. They loved me like parents are supposed to love their children; they cherished me and educated me well. I never really lacked anything, but I was attracted to bad guys. I just had it in me. Well that was until I met the right persons. Aaron Cox was one of them. He introduced me to a lifestyle that filled my need for guidance, my lack of authority and my lust for sex. And thanks to him I met the man who changed my life. However good things never last. My name is Jeremy and I'm going to tell you the short story of my life.
Fallen for an Angel by TheWitchAndTheCat
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"I have no family. I have no past. I have no friends. I have no surname. What is love? I do not know, because love does not exist for me. Not in my world. I have no God nor do I believe in saints and angels." Roman, with the stars tattooed on his knees, has a dark and dangerous life as left hand of one of the biggest mafia bosses operating in Kiev, Ukraine. Enemies and allies easily cross paths and switch lines and life means nothing. Roman's only purpose of life is to work for and protect his boss, taking care of the business of the organization and dealing with dirty jobs. When one of those lines and paths crosses, Roman has to travel to Dublin in Ireland in order to protect his organization. It's his job; therefore he does not question it and follows the order. But there in Dublin his inexistent beliefs crush against something unexpected and tear apart his world, because there he meets an ethereal creature with long and fair blonde hair...an angel. An angel named Enna. Enna has a normal life, exception made for a former lover turning into an aggressive, dangerous and oppressing stalker. Enna is kind, cheerful, beautiful with his dazzling and feminine charm and has a pure heart. But ... once his bright eyes meet Roman's dark eyes, what he has always known and believed in suddenly shatters into shreds and, to have that man with a dark and dangerously attractive aura, he is willing to cross and surpass his limits. For the two men is love at first sight, that love you cannot ignore or forget. And now Roman has to decide which path he must follow. A decision of love and duty. Can such different creatures fall in love and allow themselves to dream about it? Or will their opposite worlds destroy their love and their lives? Do you believe in soul mates? WARNING: manxman story that contains mature contents and actions. It is R rated. Thank you very much for understanding.