Asher is a 17 year old boy who has lost his way in this dark place known as earth. Scars and bruises litter his body, which reflect the home life he lives in; an abusive, drunkard father and a mother who is a heroin addict. He's known nothing but despair and agony all his life. When his pain becomes unbearable, he finds himself falling to the point of no return. Will anyone catch him before he falls? For 17 year old Sadie, her life started out rough. Born from a 15 year old teen mom, she was given up for adoption and placed in foster care. Despite the abuse she had been subject to, she was grateful that her biological mom had chosen life. She was finally adopted out to a loving family at 10. Now, at 17, she's a bright, joyful girl. But after one long day of school, she decides to take the long, rural walk home. But when sobs of agony echo in the air, she can't help but turn her bright eyes to the source.

Madison moves to a new town, while alpha mike is waiting for his mate arrive and when she does there's no ways he is letting go

R A N K I N G S #188 ON THE HOT LIST FOR TEEN FICTION, JANUARY 4, 2018 #19: Taken #11: Archer #2: Hadley <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> "Hadley, open this door." Parker orders. "No." "Hadley. I'm not playing games with you." "I'm not playing games either, hotshot." "This door had better be opened by the time I get to three," Parker warns. "One...two..." Where Parker would say 'three', the door bursts open. I glare at him. "Was that really necessary?" I roll my eyes. Parker is fuming. "I'm not letting you leave because you are my queen. You are to rule this kingdom with me." With this, Parker crashes his lips onto mine. <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Hadley Starr is in for a deal of trouble when the new guy in town happens to be exceptionally attractive. The kicker? He's a prince looking for a suitor to bring him into the king's position. And he wants Hadley to be his queen. "Looove it <3" - @LolaSW "I literally can't wait until you update again!! I wanted to let you know that I REALLY Like No LOVE your book!! <3" - @Really_Awkward_Human "Damn!! Your book is so good!! It's been like what? An hour? Maybe two? I don't know. But I'm still reading!!!" - @toomuch101 © Lauren Upright 2017. All rights reserved. (Completed but undergoing major editing)

Meet Mayla, an opinionated woman who is witty and sarcastic and not to forget the soon to be CEO of Grayson Industries. Now meet Ryan, who is equally opinionated with a cold exterior but is a soft, loving person from inside and is a CEO himself. When they cross paths, a great story starts of love, friendship, loyalty and a mysterious happening they are unaware of. How will they conquer the challenges and problems about to come their way? ---------------------------------------------------------------------- I'm addicted to you Mayla. ~Ryan Knights I want him and he wants me. Nothing else matters anymore. ~Mayla Grayson ---------------------------------------------------------------------- By @Reynwandag This is so refreshing to read. Straight to the point and no overrated dramas...just love. By @Budi2002 The writing is amazing. The whole book is full of action, mystery and romance and the characters are amazing. This should be a series.

My cold hand slowly brushed the wet strand of hair sticking to her forehead away, my shaky voice mixing with the cold wind, "Mama," I stopped & pulled her closer to me, as if I was shielding her from the heavy drops of the rain, but I my intentions were further than that-- I'm trying to protect her, protect her from this fucked up world, which is the reason she's scared for life right before my eyes right now. "You know- all those people? That hurt you? They called the Angel of Death, but not easy, because the Devil will be the one ripping their bodies apart- I'll fuck every single of them up singlehandedly- Promise. You know that I got you right? I'm always behind you- I know I wasn't there at th-" "Enzo..." She whispered, & I was already starstruck when she rose her eyes to meet mine. I felt her grab my hand, our cold skins oddly warmed each other, "I know, Enzo.. I know." She smiled softly through the still visible tears. So I believed her. Because she believed in me. She hugged me as I tried to stop three pretty, pretty words from escaping my lips. <----------> They feared him; the Italian Leader of a Gang that made them shudder just by the mention of his name. Vincenzo Colombo had it all; the respect, the loyal ones under his roof, the money, the vehicles, the weapons, the protection and whatnot. In outsiders' eyes the scenery screamed he had a perfect life-- sure, a bit dangerous but still, easy. But, only one could imagine how the feeling of loneliness haunted him. Through the walls he had built around his heart, he still felt it warm up when he first laid eyes on the girl on a swing from across bench he was seated on, on a day of business. & a single word spun around his head. 'Mine.' Now he has the desire to protect her. & no one can stop him. He will protect her innocence from the World, the enemies, & him. Jaggar. The guy who wants nothing more than to destroy Vincenzo's life. He will. Even if it means taking away his new favourite thing.

Elizabeth Rose Parker A 17 year old girl, who got thrown on the streets when she was 15. Trying to survive hasn't been easy. Most of her time is spent working to pay for the bills and to buy food. Alexander Knight A 25 year old young man, who is a known and feared Mafia boss, leading the Dark Moon gang and being the young and successful CEO of Knight Industries. What will happen when their paths cross? The images used don't belong to me!