Second chances are meant to bring hope but aren't they also a reminder of everything we've lost? Brenna Hayes knows exactly what it's like to lose everything you love. Widowed and broken, a second chance knocks on her door when an old mentor offers her a job in the town she left all those years ago. But there's a reason she left and it's the same reason she dreads going back. With no other option, she packs her things and returns to her past only to discover she left more loose ends than she realized. Grant Carter is one of those loose ends. The boy who broke her heart so many years ago and, ironically, has become the man who fixes things for a living. He also happens to be the contractor for Brenna's new home and suddenly finds himself face-to-face with the only woman he's ever loved. And the only woman he ever let go. Now, he's determined not to let his second chance get away and show Brenna just how good he is at mending what's been broken. *Rated 18+ due to mature themes and language. All Right Reserved to TheFeveredBookaholic @ Wattpad+

A professional hockey player nearing retirement falls hard for his best friend's much younger and seemingly uninterested sister, but things change when she needs a place to stay and he offers up his home and his bed. *** After one too many drinks and a little too much chemistry, Bryce Roehm wakes up next to Maria Evans-and nothing has ever felt more wrong... or more right. Bryce, a seasoned defenseman for the New York Empires, is in his final season before retirement. Known for his bad-boy reputation and commitment to bachelorhood, he's the last person who should be hooking up with his best friend's little sister. Especially when Maria is eight years younger, working hard to finish college, and nannying for one of his teammates. They agree to keep their one-night stand a secret. No harm, no foul. But secrets never stay buried for long. Maria's finally building a life she's proud of-free from her controlling father and determined to stand on her own two feet. She's not looking for complications. And Bryce? He's as complicated as they come. So when circumstances force them to live under the same roof, one thing becomes clear: How are they supposed to keep their hands-and hearts-to themselves?

Forced into a marriage neither of them wanted, a fierce Greek mafia princess and a ruthless Sicilian underboss must navigate a storm of power, passion, and betrayal-only to discover that their greatest battle might be against their own hearts. *** They hated each other from the moment they met, but little did they know, they were destined to be together. Millicent Rhea Darmos: Princess of the Greek Mafia. At 25 years old, she's established herself as a self proclaimed boss bitch, running her own publishing company. But now it's time she fulfils her duty to her family's organisation. It's time she gets married. Costantino Salvatore Accardi: Underboss and Heir to the Sicilian Mafia. At 28 years old, he has no interest in settling down-he already has it all. He believes in family above all, so why bring in an outsider? Yet, after a strange string of events, the two of them find themselves thrust into married life. It's full of chaos, drama and all kinds of tension. The question is, how do they survive their marriage and the storm that follows? *** "I've never kissed anyone." My voice trembled with a tinge of vulnerability - something I hated. But Costa didn't seem to mind that I was nervous or anxious. "Good. You're mine." He spoke so seriously, without a flicker of doubt as he took my hand in his. "So you want it be special, principessa?" "Every girl's first kiss is special." I whispered, watching as he brought my hand up to his lips. "I only care about yours."

Lucas is active duty in the Army and only home for a week. When he meets Piper it was obvious they connected, but being a traveling soldier means saying Goodbye more than Hello. Piper has a lot on her plate. She is finishing college, works at a vet clinic, and becomes immersed in everything Pike family the moment she meets Lucas. Both have insecurities and reservations about relationships. Is there such a thing as right person, wrong time, or is it possible for love to survive?

"My darling girl ... Keep your head up. You will understand one day." Blind trust is the foundation of change. One world around you was created to protect you... And another to fool you into a sense of a meaningless existence. Now it's time for Selene to embrace the magic.

Formerly Laws of Love - a Chapters rewrite. Dr. Ellie Marks has gone all in on her career and advocacy following her divorce. When she meets White House staffer, Josh Wilmot, she tries to resist his charms. Josh is similar in that he also is not a stranger to loss but he still holds out hope for romance and sees opportunity in Ellie. Their budding relationship experiences one challenge after another but their connection is undeniable. They both grow through their pasts to have a future together alongside a cast of characters with their own unique stories. (C) Copyright 2019, 2024 - Stella Leigh. The author reserves all intellectual property and moral rights over this work. Violations, including copying or adapting characters or plotlines without Author's permission, will be pursued legally. The story is a fictional depiction. Any resemblance to any actual persons or organizations is purely coincidental.

Elliot works hard to create the life he has dreamed of having. Cordelia works hard to follow in her Father's footsteps so she can take over their family estate. When her life is in danger and betrayal runs deep, will the new bodyguard her Dad hired be able to protect an heiress worth billions? Trigger Warning- this story discusses themes of stalking, assault, threats, kidnapping, cyber stalking, and emotional abuse. You come first. Please enjoy a different book if these topics are a struggle for you to handle 🧡

When ambitious young heiress Juliet strikes a series of deals with her bad boy enemy Romeo to protect her reputation, their twisted game of blackmail grows into forbidden love, forcing them to choose between loyalty to their families and their hearts. Season 1 of New York Rivals *** Juliet Milton's five-year plan includes graduating at the top of her class and proving herself worthy of running the billion-dollar business her grandfather founded. This means all work, no play, and protecting her reputation at all costs. But desperate for a night of fun, Juliet tags along with her friends to an underground fight. When a dangerous stampede suddenly breaks out, a masked fighter saves her from being trampled. She's shocked to discover her rescuer is none other than Romeo Carrington: the arrogant heir to her family's greatest rival business, and her sworn enemy. Driven by mutually assured destruction, Romeo and Juliet embark on a bitter blackmail scheme. Neither was supposed to be there that night, and both of their lives would be ruined if it got out. But soon, animosity turns into an unexpected alliance and sparks of irresistible attraction. As their forbidden feelings grow, Juliet must answer the ultimate question-is falling for her rival worth the price? *** This title is currently taking a break and will release its next season in July. Make sure to add season 2, Fighting for the Rival, to your library once it's released!

This story is being edited and revised April 2024 From this modern times cross over between Tangled and Anastasia. Meet Charlie, a rebel at heart, raised as an orphan is determined to find out what happened to her parents. Only left with a necklace that has the Royal Family crest on it. She is sure they know the whereabouts of her parents. So she does what she does best, she makes a plan to sneak into tonight's anonymous masked ball at the Palace. What could possibly go wrong? She is smart-mouthed, quick-witted, and uses flirting to get herself out of sticky situations. Follow along Charlie's incredible journey to find what she has longed for most in this world, the impact she makes on a close-minded monarchy, and finding her true self. Maybe a little bit of forbidden romance along the way. Please read Author's Notes for trigger warnings *********************************** Rankings during revision: #7 Modern day fairytale 1k+ stories #27 Quirky 1k+ stories All rankings before revision: June 2021 #1 in ONC Rankings of stories 1k+ March 2021 #2 in modern day fairytale #3 in open novella contest (932 stories) #13 in ONC #21 in Anastasia #32 in please read

Rescued from a blind date from hell, a career woman's one night stand with her would be savior has unforeseen consequences. **** Up and coming New York apartment manager, Vanessa Torres' life is going perfectly according to her five year plan. Well, everything except in the love department, but that will come later. On cloud nine from her recent promotion, she agrees to go on a blind date arranged by her friend. Little does she know her squeaky clean life is about to turn upside down, following a one night stand with a handsome stranger, who saves her from the disastrous set-up. Reputable, lease up closer, Gabriel Tate, loves to live life by the game of chance, with no long term plans in mind. Blessed with Adonis-like looks and a charming personality he's used to getting what he wants when he wants until one flip of a coin changes his life forever. Their lives become entangled in a heated competition to fulfill rental contracts for their respective employers, not to mention running in the same social circles within the apartment industry. They soon realize change and compromise are necessary not only within their careers but also life and neither expected to find love during the chaotic and dysfunctional rivalry. Open Novella Contest 2023 Prompts: #5 Flip a coin and make a life choice with it. Two choices, one coin, and no turning back. Do you dare? #25 "If he smiled at you, he'll break your heart. If she winked at you, she'll rip you apart. #39 On a blind date with a complete mismatch, you're increasingly uncomfortable , but too polite to leave. Then an attractive stranger comes over and gives you an out. © 2023 LJRae