[Sarmiento Series #1] Growing up in the Philippines, Amara Roussane Faustino has always dreamt of being a model. So when the moment came to move with her father who lives in Italy, she grabbed the opportunity in a single heartbeat. Her dream has always been to be closer to Milan. Not knowing that moving to Italy would be one of the biggest regrets she will make in her life. Yves Marcellus Sarmiento took over his family's wine business at the age of twenty-five. Three years later, the business has never been as successful. He has it all. Good looks, skills, and wealth. Except for one thing. He doesn't know the woman underneath the crimson mask who caught his attention during the masquerade ball. Amara has always hated Yves since the very first time she took step on Italy. Her father constantly compares her to Yves, leading her to despise him. She thinks he's too arrogant and full of himself. What will happen when she finds out that the man behind the silver mask ended up being the man she hates the most?

Selene Dianne Reoja has always been the obedient daughter, following every rule set by her protective family. With her brothers Helios and Apollo always watching over her, Selene never imagines breaking free from their warnings-until one ill-fated day. Ignoring Apollo's stern advice, she finds herself caught in an unexpected jet ski accident. Tossed into the roaring waves, Selene is miraculously saved by Henrico, the humble bellboy at the hotel where she works. Their worlds couldn't be more different. Henrico's life of simplicity is a stark contrast to the privileged existence Selene has always known. Despite the obvious divide, an intense sexual tension brews between them, neither of them expecting it to blossom into something deeper. Bound by familial duty and haunted by the unwritten social laws that dictate 'the rich is only for the rich,' Selene struggles with her growing feelings for a man her family would never approve of. Can love truly conquer all? As Henrico and Selene's bond strengthens, the societal pressures and familial expectations loom larger. Her family's disapproval becomes more palpable, and Selene faces the distressing reality of choosing between her family's expectations and her own happiness. Henrico becomes her sanctuary, but their love is tested by every glance, every whisper, every judgmental eye in their tight-knit community. Will Selene and Henrico rise above the tides that threaten to tear them apart, or will they surrender to the world's unforgiving expectations? ***** ISLA JULIETA SERIES #3 © themryus 2023 (The image used for the cover is not mine. Credits to the rightful owner.)

ILL-FATED SERIES #1: Lorcan Astor Vidalez (COMPLETED) Accepting my second life is the biggest mistake that I made. Opening my eyes with my lost memories, a man claimed that I was his wife, but after years I woke up, I never experienced what real life is. I always ask myself if this is really the man that I loved and married. After years locked on the island with him, I got out into the real world, lost again. I thought I'd be free once I got away from my husband... but I've already lost my life in the years I've been with him. Then suddenly, when I finally accepted death with a smile, I met another man claiming that I was his wife. He's not the man I first met. Why would I marry two men before I lost my memories? I compared my two husbands who claim that I am their wife. They have different personalities, but they have one thing in common, and that is... they both hate me. 🖇:: COMPLETE 🖇:: Photo that used in the book cover is not mine. Credits to the rightful owner.

After dating several women during college, Keith was sure he had found the girl he would marry. Mayumi, on the other hand, lived differently. She traded her life in the city to live near the beach for personal reasons. Keith met Mayumi on an online dating site amid his upcoming final exams as a fourth-year engineering student. They fell in love instantly when Mayumi visited the city where Keith lives. Starting that day, they became inseparable. They made promises in the name of love and started to reach them one by one. Little did Keith know that Mayumi had a secret that could make him look at her differently. But his genuine feelings for her made him stay and love her deeply. At that moment, he realized that Mayumi deserved his unconditional love. Keith plans to propose marriage to Mayumi at the place where her heart lies; on the beach. But something happened that caused everything to change. What would happen to the promises they made?

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#Wattys2016Winner | Monster Duology #1 A Vampire/Mystery Story ⋘ ───────── ∗ ⋅◈⋅ ∗ ───────── ⋙ R18+ | Human and Vampire, what's the difference between these creatures? Allison Esqueza just wanted to unveil the mysteries at the suspicious elite school she's attending. The mysteries of why there are morning and night students, who both hold a different position in the school. Morning students, the inferior, weak ones; and night students, the ones who are acting as kings and queens of the school. Not knowing that she will discover something that she only thought that was existing in myths to scare children from going out of the dark. Who's the monster? Awards: Wattys Winner 2016 (HQ Love) Highest Ranking: #1 in Vampire (11/20/16) Started: May 7, 2016. Awesome cover by @scmimi <33

Si Girl - may pagka-childish, slowpoke, exaggerated mag-isip, accident prone, sweet, mabait, super friendly, hindi nauubusan ng energy, positive thinker pag dating sa mga problema. Si Guy - mature, seryoso, hindi ngumingiti, bossy, masungit, snob, magaling mag-handle ng mga bagay, a perfect decision maker, hindi nakikipag-kaibigan, lahat tinuturing nyang competitors/kaaway. What if magtagpo ang landas nilang dalawa? At magkaroon ng biglaang kasal dahil sa di inaasahang pangyayari? Are they going to prove na total opposite attracts? O maghihiwalay din sila in the end? paano pakikisamahan ni girl ang asawa nyang mafia boss? matagalan kaya ng isang mafia boss ang asawa nyang slow? Let's see..

Marriage is normally one's happily ever after in the movies, but for Aemie Ferrer-Roswell, it's just the start of a seemingly unending adventure. Can this sweet Barbie-loving airhead continue to survive the life of being wife to a Mafia boss? *** Many things changed after Aemie Ferrer became Ezekiel Roswell's wife. With the might of Yaji and Roswells combined, things should have become smooth sailing for Baby Ae and her Dong--or at least, that's what everyone thought. But with lies, secrets and betrayals constantly plaguing the two, no one knows who to trust. This time, the silly and ditzy Aemie must step up to protect everyone and everything she cherishes--including the man she loves. Will they win and overcome this battle again? Or is it the perfect time for them to accept that Mafia stories have no happy endings? DISCLAIMER: This story is in Taglish COVER DESIGNER: Rayne Mariano

Mikazuki convinces Bullet to meet his birth parents after being taken away by the former leader of the most powerful mafia group, Black Organization, for twenty-five years. But what if she later learns that their real families are in fact mortal enemies? Will Mikazuki dare to fight for their blossoming love--or will she choose to seek revenge? *** After staying in Japan for several years, Mikazuki finally convinces Bullet, her adopted brother, to go back to the Philippines and meet his birth parents after being taken away from them twenty-five years ago by Terrence Von Knight, the former leader of the most powerful mafia group, Black Organization. Things start to get more complicated as untold stories and secrets concerning their real parents unfold, and they discover Mikazuki's true connection with Terrence Von Knight. A battle between their hearts and priorities erupts. What will be Mikazuki's ultimate choice? DISCLAIMER: This is a story written in Taglish. COVER DESIGNER: April Alforque

Note: Prepare your mind and heart. The person who can only read this story are ready to be hurt. Cali is a fine and charming lady. She has a good heart and her personality is really admired by every people around her. Maganda ang buhay. Mayaman. Matalino. Magaling sa larangan ng pagnenegosyo. At nakukuha niya ang mga bagay na gusto. Pero kaakibat ng lahat ng iyan, isang bagay lang ang hindi niya kayang makuha. Iyon ay ang pagmamahal ng sarili niyang pamilya. Iminulat siya sa mundo na pasan ang buong responsibilidad ng kanyang pamilya. Pinilit niyang magpaka 'Ate' at magpaka 'Kapatid at Anak' kahit minsan ay naaabuso na. Ang bawat peklat sa kanyang katawan ay may iba't-ibang nakatagong istorya. Paano pa kaya kapag nalaman niyang bilang na lang ang araw niya sa lupa? Mananatili ba siya sa mansion kasama ang pamilya niyang walang ibang ginawa kundi ang pagmalupitan siya o aalis at pupunta sa isang Isla para mamuhay ng payapa hanggang sa mamatay siya? Paano kung ang Islang mapupuntahan niya ang siyang magpapabago sa takbo ng buhay niya at doon niya matutuklasan ang lihim na siyang matagal na niyang hinihiling na malaman? Magkakaroon kaya siya ng lakas ng loob para mabuhay pa? -Wishing You The Love.