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The Distance Between Us  by Miss-mienerh
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Fatima has been through everything-from a failed marriage to a crippling lack of confidence. She thought she had all the time in the world to figure out her feelings for Mustapha Ibrahim. But when things became too real, too overwhelming, she chose distance over confrontation. Now, time is no longer a luxury-Mustapha is sick, and the man who once seemed invincible is slipping away. Once celebrated as one of Nigeria's brightest young architects, Mustapha built his career with unwavering confidence. He had it all-success, admiration, and the quiet hope that Fatima would one day be his. But life had other plans. His diagnosis changed everything, stripping him of control and forcing him to confront a future he never envisioned. Now, with fate pressing down on them, Fatima returns-determined to make amends and hold onto whatever is left of him. But Mustapha has already let go. He refuses to tether her to a love that may not last, to a future that might end before it truly begins. Yet, despite the walls he builds, Fatima refuses to walk away again. As emotions unravel and the weight of unspoken words hangs between them, they must face the truth-love alone cannot change fate, but it can redefine the moments they have left. A heart-wrenching story of love, regret, and the battle between holding on and letting go. This is "The Distance Between Us"
Untamed by KhadijahSirmanjah
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In a kingdom where women are expected to obey, Princess Amina defies every rule. A woman who refuses to be boxed into domesticity. She rides, fights, and dominates the battlefield, earning both awe and envy. But when Abuyazid Asad, a wandering Arab nomad, mysterious and skilled, a man with stories in his eyes and secrets in his silence, arrives and challenges her in a tournament, everything changes. For the first time, someone matches her skill... and threatens to unravel her carefully forged world. One duel sparks a rivalry, a dangerous tension, and a fire that could ignite a kingdom or destroy them both.
Mrs Ahmed Shehu by Latifahefua
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The Final Book in The Dantata Series. Ahmed Shehu's heart is beaten and bruised, thanks to the woman he loved and was certain he'd spend the rest of his life with. Now his focus are on his three kids who are to stay comfortable and unaffected despite the chaos their mother has left behind. Suraiya Boukar Shehu has a lot of love to give and a background story she doesn't tell often. She's in Abuja for one reason; to take care of Ahmed Shehu's kids. Nothing else. The rule is simple. Ahmed and Suraiya won't stay as strangers but they won't be best friends. After all, they do have to work together to provide the very best for the kids. However, some rules are meant to be broken and in the most beautiful ways. When walls slowly come down and a cordial friendship blooms into something more, it isn't long before Suraiya and Ahmed are forced to make a decision; to come up with a solution to keep them together or to go their separate ways, forever... [P.S: Some love stories are majorly fluffy from start to finish. This is one of them.]
I Lay My Love on You by Latifahefua
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When Mohammed Dangote and Mariya Dantata met, the questions people asked were if and when they'd ever get together. From stolen glances and hidden smiles to nervous confessions and bashful laughter, theirs was a love story that bloomed in the most beautiful but heart-wrenching ways; a love that gave as much as it took. Years later, their son - Nasir Mohammed Dangote - is finding love of his own in the eyes of Atika Dambatta. Intrigued and drawn towards her by a force he can't quite explain, Nasir decides to follow his heart. Their first proper meeting in her parents' living room makes two things clear to him; that he has found the woman he wants to marry, and he's never been readier to settle down, as long as she's the woman by his side. Together, they build a family with the faith that life would only get better. However, just as life had different plans for Mohammed and Mariya, fate has much in store for Nasir and Atika, and they would have to learn that sometimes life throws the most unplanned events at you; not to necessarily break you, but to make you so much better than you would have ever dreamed. (P.S. This is a love story spread across generations. It is just not the straightforward one you are expecting)
FURY by HasiatYusuf
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For the first time in her life, she had a best friend, and it felt right. Everything seemed perfect until Abdul entered the scene, his presence stirring up turmoil that threatened to tear them apart. Who did Abdul fall in love with? Who became consumed by jealousy? And, most crucially, who couldn't control their fury? Discover the answers in this gripping short story.
A Tale Of Justice  by MadeenahJunaid
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Sixteen-year-old Aisha Akorede, daughter of a religious Imam, gets into an incident that changes her life forever. Her family, honour, and even her future are tarnished. Now, Aisha has to convince the entire world who she is. Follow Aisha Akorede on this journey in her fight for justice. Copyright ©MadeenahJunaid
THE NORTHERN HOUSEMAID (Ongoing) by Ayeeshahspen
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The Northern House Maid is a fictitious story of a girl who suffered from child abuse, sexual assault, and domestic violence at a very tender age, and somewhere along her life journey she discovered a dream and was ready to chase it. But will she succeed or it's too late?
Trapped by opemikog
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TRAPPED (Three stories woven into one) centres on disparate lives of some characters as they thoroughly battle with issues concerning their lives. Samantha Benson, a successful woman and owner of RITEL, a non-governmental organization becomes troubled when marriage which she had always fantasized about turned out to be a nightmare for her. Her worries escalated more as her beloved husband Chris Benson becomes a secret-keeping monster. What do the Nollywood movie star hides from his wife! Can mistakes of the past really mar the future? Samantha Benson has a story to tell! The story X-rays extragant politicians whose efforts are to stock their bellies with good things of life at the denial of people's rights. The story also portrays Ebube Williams and his family's struggles as they thoroughly delve into ways to free themselves from the shackles of hardship. Who is trapped? Trapped answers all these questions! Read to unravel mysteries and discover how the stories are ingeniously woven into one! Started since February 3rd.
The Fairy Tale Way by JEMMA7
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When Sara decides to find love the fairy tale way, she recruits her reluctant, blunt and sarcastic friend, Yemi, to help her out. But as she moves from one fairy tale to another, she can't help but wonder if she'll ever find her own fairy tale love... Or if it exists at all. *** ... It made me laugh and smile, but most importantly, it took me on an adventure -finding love in your own way. Andrea Hare Author of Memories, Lost. #5 humorous
MAY by love_richie
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When May gets pregnant for Edric at a young age, her wealthy father feels deeply hurt and humiliated. In a moment of anger, he disowns her. Upon the disown, May is left with no choice than to go with Papa Edric, her lover's father to join the middle class life. What could possibly go wrong? She had found love or so she thought. She was able to experience some major changes. But was she strong enough to pull through it? May could be described as a spoilt brat, with whining nature and brat tendencies. But she has a strength, May was determined. As long as she put her mind to it she could achieve all her goals. It was as a courtesy of this the story unfolds. Follow May's journey of pain, betrayal and how she finds true love amidst all odds. **** Cover credits goes to @Stylesoftimothee