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NASEEB  by repentings0ul
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Hafsa, a breathtakingly beautiful woman in her mid-twenties, has lived her life trapped by the invisible chains of a deeply traditional Hausa-Fulani society. Determined to avoid the stigma of being labeled a divorcée, she endured a marriage that eventually broke her. Now divorced, she faces a harsh reality-freedom tainted by societal judgment. Her beauty draws countless admirers, yet the moment her past is revealed, they scatter like whispers in the wind. Her family urges her to remarry, pushing her to choose from suitors who see only her outward allure. But Hafsa isn't ready to settle again-not for convenience, not for approval. She craves something far more precious: healing, peace, and the chance to rebuild her shattered self. Amidst the relentless scrutiny, Ibrahim enters her life-a man who sees her beyond the labels. Quiet, strong, and unyielding, he becomes her anchor in the storm. Ibrahim watches over her, shields her from the cruelty of the world, and gently mends the wounds she's too afraid to show. Against all odds, he fights to be with her, defying a society that deems their love impossible. In a world where the scars of divorce threaten to define her, Hafsa must decide: will she let the stigma shatter her dreams, or will she take Ibrahim's hand and rewrite her story on her own terms? A moving tale of resilience, self-discovery, and an all-consuming love that rises above the noise of judgment and tradition. This is Hafsa's journey-a battle to reclaim her life and prove that even in a world of broken expectations, love can conquer all.
Married to The Sarki by BlvckJabi
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He bent his head and spoke into my mouth, his lips hovering over mine, but not kissing me "If you know how hard I'm trying to control myself, you wouldn't have done that". My stomach dropped and I felt a throb between my legs, I myself needed self control. ••• Aisha Abubakar , A young Ambitious lady who was married to a multi millionaire 'Bilal Muhammad Kabir' who was popularly known as Sarki(King) because of the fear and respect people had for him due to the wealth and power he acquired at his young age. Aisha was scared of commitment because of her past, while Bilal doesn't love because he believes love is a weakness and besides he only has time for his work and nothing else. See how the couples will slowly but surely fall in love.
Scars of two worlds  by __humayrah__
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"I did. A thousand times over. I'd choose you in every lifetime. In every version of this world." His fingers slid gently beneath her chin, lifting it so their eyes met again. "I want to memorize you," he whispered. "Every scar. Every smile. Every soft breath." Her lips parted slightly, but no words came - ....... Ayaan Ali Garko was raised to be obedient. Soft-spoken. Unseen unless spoken to. But beneath her silence lives a girl with a storm in her heart and scars she's tired of hiding. Final year. First daughter. Forgotten dreams. She's done shrinking. Asad Zagi was born into power. Wealth. Clean suits and quiet dominance. They call him perfect. The kind of man women are trained to pray for. But he's tired of being polished and controlled. He wants something - someone - real. When their paths collide in a world that expects submission over connection, their chemistry doesn't ask for permission. He craves her softness. She fears his intensity. But the pull between them? Dangerous. Addictive. Inevitable. This isn't just love. It's possession. Obsession. A quiet kind of madness that starts in the soul... and ends between the sheets. A Northern Nigerian romance about power, pressure, and the kind of love that pulls you apart just to put you back together - softer, slower, and completely undone.
WEIGHTS OF THE HEART by aishatu_xx
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Copyright © 2024. All rights reserved. Aisha Aminu Babangida has spent her life searching for a passion she can truly call her own. Growing up in a household that stifled her choices, she never had the freedom to explore what she loved. Worse, relentless body shaming from her stepmother and those around her left her feeling trapped in her own skin. "You're too skinny!" "Do you even eat at all? "I swear you gained weight yesterday, but today you look..." And her personal favorite from her future husband. "...all bones." People claimed to envy her body, but Aisha knew better. What was there to be jealous of? Struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety and depression, she makes a bold decision; to take control of her life by joining the gym. Her weight gain journey was anything but easy, but she is determined to rewrite her own story. Khalid Muhammad Bugaje has only ever had one goal; to live up to his father's legacy. Raised on stories of power, discipline, and honor, he knew from a young age that failure was not an option. As the son of a highly respected General, expectations weighed on him heavier than any armor. But when his father suggests that he marry a woman he cannot stand, Khalid finds himself in a battle unlike any other. One that has nothing to do with war and everything to do with the heart. And for the first time in his life, he loses.
UNTAMED PRINCESS by Maryamaaa___
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Two people of different worlds living in the same planet. When fate took an unexpected turn and unite them in the least of ways they could expect, what could be the possibility of 'happily ever after?' Maybe a Zero, maybe an infinity. Is it an opposite attract love story? Or just a disaster in waiting? #1 in Hausa on 10th December, 2024. #1 in self doubt on 25th February, 2025 Copyright © 2024. All rights reserved.
Paper Hearts✅ by Ferdeausee_
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Copyright © 2024. All Rights Reserved. In the world of feelings, they say the heart is a bit unpredictable, fluttering unexpectedly and swaying in moments when the mind can't keep up. Sa'adatu likes sticking to her routine, finding comfort in the usual. Change isn't her thing; she's happy with the way things are. But suddenly, a surprising shift comes knocking-a tough task that seems impossible to win. In this whimsical tale, Adnan Bayero shows up as a spark of hope, but Sa'adatu is unsure. After living in an illusion for too long, the reality she sees now is not what she imagined. Life, akin to the heart's capricious dance, unfolds with surprises. The avoidance of the unexpected might just be the resonating crescendo, orchestrating the whimsical ballet of the heart. By Ferdeausee_
WHISPERS OF ENCHANTÉ  by aishatu_xx
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Copyright© 2023. All rights reserved. Meet Yasmin El-suraj, the epitome of determination. Defying the stifling norms of a judgmental society, Yasmin fervently pursues her dreams to ensure her family's rightful prosperity. In a society quick to judge, branding a woman's success as tied to whoring about and veiling it under a less prosperous business, Yasmin refuse to be defined by prejudice. When fate presents her the chance to become an event planner, Yasmin seizes it like a lifeline, disregarding her humble beginnings and embracing the opportunity with vigor. As the youngest and least affluent among her peers, she pours her heart and soul into mastering the craft, unwilling to squander this chance. Amidst the whirlwind of her burgeoning career, fate orchestrates a pivotal encounter during her first wedding event-a meeting with Abdullah, a groomsman. A man she knew she wanted, she fell for at first sight. The memory of their first interaction is a blend of blushing embarrassment and unforgettable mortification, etching itself indelibly in Yasmin's psyche. Most wouldn't look his way ever again and would hope to never meet in this lifetime, but not Yasmin. Despite discovering Abdullah's impending marriage, she stakes her claim, unyielding in a society where a man can have four wives, determined to find her place in his life.
YOURS, JANNAH by aishatu_xx
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Copyright© 2022. All rights reserved. Being married to him for five years, she knows to never cross him but she's skived her wings for a long time and she only wants to fly now. And she wants to do so through him, maneuver her way in every single coir and cilia of his being. . Jannah woke up one morning wanting nothing but to become a pest to her husband. A woman from the village knows nothing huh? She is going to erase that woman and construct another. . . How is she going to do that when he's always known her to be acquiescent, duteous and devoted? Can she swap that picture so suddenly without her intelligent husband knowing what's going on? She's got the perfect plan for that and with her incredible mother-in-law, things will go just perfectly. She is going to make him go crazy!
GLASS HEARTS by BlvckJabi
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"Ms. Youssef did I break you? With the kiss, I mean." This man even has the audacity to look concerned. I roll my eyes and I couldn't help but fight the smile that threatened to creep up my face, "wallahi you are not serious! And that's rude Rawad!" - 𝔚𝔥𝔢𝔫 𝔩𝔦𝔣𝔢 𝔟𝔢𝔠𝔬𝔪𝔢𝔰 𝔰𝔬 𝔠𝔯𝔲𝔢𝔩, 𝔡𝔬 ℑ 𝔟𝔢𝔠𝔬𝔪𝔢 𝔞 𝔪𝔬𝔫𝔰𝔱𝔢𝔯? 𝔖𝔖𝔖𝔖 When the two almost similar people get twisted by fate again meet under an act called marriage, will they give up their past and move on or will they get caught up in it and get tangled until there's almost no way out?? You wouldn't know right?, you just have to read to find out ;)
Made for you  by _ilovetoread-
_ilovetoread-
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BASED ON A HAUSA LIFESTYLE Follow Manal through her journey as she moves to a new city to begin a new phase of her life, only to innocently Involve herself in a little family of three, along with that she finds herself entangled between two brothers. How will Manal find her way out of this? Through love or through betrayal...or both? Find out in 'Made for You'.