COMPLETED. |Book one in the Royal Series| --- In the realm of royalty, chance encounters are not mere happenstance; they are ordained by destiny. They are destined to cross our paths, shaping our lives or altering theirs. Witness the tale of two fractured souls, their fates intertwined by the hand of destiny. Their meeting was not orchestrated; instead, it was decreed by fate itself. Within the opulent halls of the palace, amidst whispers of courtly intrigue, they found solace in each other's presence. -- "I love you with every fiber of my being," declared Ariana, her voice echoing through the grand chambers. "If I were faced with the choice between drawing breath and proclaiming my love for you, I would choose the latter without hesitation," professed Aryan, his words resounding with sincerity and devotion. --- A²🥀 Royal x Simple☘️ Started; 5|9|21 Completed; 29|1|23. © rukayyatuuu No plagiarism of this book!!

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?

She could feel the pain slowly overcoming her soul. The agony, the grief, taking over all that she once thought was alive in her. She felt so empty that she was sure her whole body will echo if someone was to shake her. But she stood, rigid as though a hundred years old tree, clinging onto the only thing that made her alive; her eyeglasses. Through those glasses, she had seen things she had wished she could erase. She had hated the things she once loved, places she once cherished and the man she grew up to love. It didn't matter who he was to her, his role in her life or even the title he possessed. She was going to take revenge, she was going to make him regret, she was going to make her father cry right before her eyes! But what if he chose to add more pain to her aching wounds? The day he declared her married to a gateman, the strings left attaching her with him were forcefully cut off. And she was certain even if it would take her till eternity, so long as she stayed married to the gateman, her father would never know what happiness felt like!

With so much love in my heart, I finally get to share this with you... Heartbeats Across Cultures is my debut novel - a story about love that dares to cross borders, about family, loyalty, and the choices that test our hearts. This book means so much to me, and I can't wait for you to meet Haniya, Jaleel, and the families whose lives will pull you into a world of love, tradition, and sacrifice. Here's to the beginning of a journey I've dreamed about for so long.

SYNOPSIS They thought she will not last She melted his heart He sent her running They paid the price Before he was too rich, now he is royalty Before he had two wives, now there is a royal marriage Too many baggage, too little choice.... ..... When Amal got married, everyone thought she will be divorced the very next day. She has nothing. Not the looks nor prestige. Not even attitude! In a house with two other wives aside from her, even her age is against her. No experience nor wisdom. How can she fight for a place in such a state? To make it worse, Saif Garzali is the heir to the kingdom of Maicki! Amal needs to prove that even though prestige and looks goes a long way in a marriage, even a royal marriage, they don't necessarily give it life. Because when the war of marriage starts, the only trump card is what lies within. ????? This story will delve into some minds of African women and how jealousy drives our women until they crossed a line they might never ever think themselves capable of crossing. It has a fantasy feel though and I hope I will end it as my very own African Cinderella-eish story! Note: All pics were found in Google. Thanks to kannywood celebs!

"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.

Guns, violence, and murder. This wasn't the life I chose. But fate had other plans. Once, I was a simple girl living a simple life. But that all changed one fateful day... The cartels, the bloodshed, the endless fear. It began when I met him - Jamal Abdullah. My world was turned upside down, and I was thrust into a realm of chaos and obsession. Love, loyalty, and survival. The lines blurred, and my life became a deadly game. Join me on this twisted journey, where loyalty will be tested, and love will be questioned."

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.

Shari'a & Shadows series book one A Perfect Match - Law or Love Is a layered, thought-provoking tale set in contemporary Arewa society, where faith, family, and justice are not just ideals-but battlegrounds. Nadia Siddiqui is 23, ambitious, and principled-a newly qualified Shari'a lawyer determined to use the law to give voice to the silenced. But even as she fights for justice in the courtroom, her personal life is unraveling. Her elder sister, Nimrah, returns home broken from a deeply abusive marriage, bearing both physical and emotional scars. Nadia, haunted by the case she lost in court just two months ago, begins to question everything-from the integrity of the system to her own understanding of honor, family, and duty. Amar Shagari is the son of a highly respected Shari'a judge. Educated, eloquent, and widely admired, he walks the line between tradition and reform. But when he meets Nadia across the courtroom floor, he sees a woman who challenges his beliefs and stirs something in him that goes beyond law. Their unexpected intersection-first as legal opponents, then as potential suitors-sets the stage for a battle of convictions, unspoken wounds, and buried desires. As families intervene, secrets unravel, and proposals are made in whispers and expectations, Nadia and Amar must ask themselves: Is love enough to withstand the weight of law, legacy, and loyalty? And in a world where silence is often mistaken for piety, can speaking the truth ever lead to peace? This is a story about women who endure, men who must unlearn, and a love that dares to rewrite the rules.

Laylah Dahiru Galadima believes the world is hers for the taking. Spoilt, arrogant, and unapologetically reckless, she walks through life with the belief that money can fix anything. AbdulJawwad Bukar Sherrif is her complete opposite-a calm and collected man who has known the taste of agony. A week before his wedding, he lost his fiancée due to his stepbrother's recklessness, a tragedy that plunged him into a nearly fatal illness. Now, he's back, broken but set to rebuild his life. When Laylah's path crosses with Jawwad's, it's a clash of fire and ice. The more they meet, the more they despise each other. For Laylah, Jawwad is the one man who doesn't bow to her whims. And she hates the way his thoughts always crawl into her mind! For Jawwad, Laylah is a painful reminder of everything he hates: arrogance, cruelty, and a sense of entitlement. But as much as they fight, a twisted attraction simmers beneath the surface. Laylah starts to see something in Jawwad she didn't expect. And just as she begins to fall for him, his hatred for her reaches new heights. In a world where emotions are as unpredictable as the next storm, Laylah and Jawwad find themselves in a dangerous game of love, betrayal and hate. What happens when the one person you can't stand becomes the one person you can't live without? Yet, stubborn enough to never admit that?