A fish-out-of-water story about a New York City chef who inherits a ranch, discovers a family he never knew, and finds unexpected love with a fiercely loyal woman. For fans of western romance superstars like Lyla Sage and Elise Silver. New York City chef Jake West had it all, but a few strokes of a pen meant no more marriage. No more restaurant. No more big city lifestyle. Then he receives a call explaining that his long-estranged father, Brett, has died, and he needs to return to the Canadian ranch he left as a child. Jake expects to go, sign more papers, and return to the city and rebuild his future. Instead Jake learns that Brett's left the ranch to him-and only him. Things might have been hot in his restaurant's kitchen, but that's nothing compared to what he faces now: a family he didn't know existed, and a property he doesn't want. Tanner and Brady, his half-brothers, don't want him around. And while his stepmother, Peony, welcomes him, there's Liz, Peony's daughter. She's not a West, but her loyalties lie with the family, not an outsider. However, as Jake settles into the rhythms of the ranch, he wonders if he's finally found something that's been missing in his life-especially as he and Liz grow closer. At first, it's just attraction, but when a sudden kiss ignites a heat in both of them, they can't ignore this raging inferno. Maybe Brett West knew what he was doing when he summoned his eldest son back home-and gave him a chance to change his life forever. This is Book 1 of the West Line Ranch Series. Book 2 - Western Connection and Book 3 - Western Flame, are currently available to read on Wattpad Available In bookstores now! https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/790665/western-heat-by-caroline-richardson/9781998341375/ Watty's Shortlist - 2021 Cover designed by Nora Inla

Two rivals. One room. And a semester that changes everything. Kayelin Quinn has always outsmarted everyone-except Damian Morris. He's her rival, her nemesis... and now, her unexpected roommate. Winning against him used to be fun. Living with him is an entirely different kind of tension. Between late-night study sessions, sarcastic banter, and the dangerous closeness of shared space, the line between hate and something heartbreakingly real starts to blur. At Montclair University, ambition is everything-but falling for your enemy might just be the biggest risk of all.

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What if #2 - (What If Duology) Meyumi Devon was a girl struggles in her ups and down rollercoaster life.Behind her past, she still smiles and acts like nothing happened.She is an angel-like who wants to fight for everyone's justice and also for herself.But unexpectedly, someone stole something from her.Something that makes them know each other more deeper. What will happened? What if she captured?

After experiencing several heartbreaks from her past. Henzy Neve Vasquez doesn't wanna risk her heart again for the third time around. Loving someone means pain for her as her experience in love doesn't give her the impression everyone has. She tried loving someone but in the end, she ended up broken again. That's when she thought t that everyone she will love will end up leaving her. Until this guy named Kyzyr Reeve Sandoval shows up in her life and makes her believe that love doesn't mean pain. He proved himself to her that he was different from people who hurt her in the past. He assured her that in his arms she will loved the way she deserves. For someone who has also issues in love. But a sudden turn of events made their world crumble and their love towards each other was tested. They will be able to pass it through or they will let fate control their love? Date started: 05/05/20 The date ended: 06/20/21 (UNEDITED, ROUGH DRAFT, EDITING OFFLINE)

(Apprentice Series #1) More than friends in action but less than lovers in words that's how Liana saw her six years with Finn. She never imagined he'd feel the same and ask for something deeper. But burdened by her insecurities and their differences, she believes it's safer to remain friends than risk losing him as a lover.

UNIVERSITY SERIES #4. Samantha Vera from Ateneo De Manila University, the epitome of kindness, empathy, grace, and solicitude got her life ruined when her parents told her that she was marrying Cy Ramirez, a med student from UP, after their graduation.

Love is the easiest to fake in showbiz industry. A smile can convince millions, a glance can sell a story, and a kiss can be nothing more than a scene perfected for the cameras. Everything can be staged, until the lines between performance and truth start to blur. Selene Avery Huerta knew how to live with that blur. She mastered the art of guarding her heart, giving the world only what it wanted to see. Mas madali kasi magpanggap kaysa ipakita kung gaano siya nasaktan before. And in a world where everyone is watching, she believed the safest way to survive was to keep love hidden behind the script. But the limelight has its own way of rewriting endings. It found a way to bring her back to Kade Asher Alvarez---the one she swore to avoid---because in a world built on make-believe, nothing is more dangerous than a love that refuses to stay hidden. Started: April 29, 2024 Finished: July 04, 2025

When Alexis agrees to help the school's player, she must guard the secret that could unravel everything - even as unexpected feelings complicate the game. *** What happens when Alexis Dawson, the 'resident loser' of Redwood High, agrees to help the school's notorious player, Aaron Walker? How can she stop herself from falling for him? It isn't all love and romance - Alexis has a secret of her own. Join them on a journey of jealousy, betrayal, trust, friendship, and love. A little favour just got a whole lot more complicated. *** He was so close, his breath hit my lips. His eyes darted from my eyes to my lips. I stared intently, awaiting his next move. His lips fell near my ear. "Shut up and kiss me" He whispered roughly. A chill shot up my spine. I pulled back, staring at his eyes and leaned in...

This story? Totally not your usual, promise. Walang damsel-in-distress na naghihintay ng knight-in-shining-armor para i-save siya. Hindi rin 'to tungkol sa clumsy or not-so-pretty girl na bigla na lang nabangga ang isang super hot, demi-God CEO ng sikat na kumpanya. Definitely not about a poor girl na binebenta ang sarili sa isang billionaire tapos in the end magkaka-inlaban sila. This isn't a fairy tale, okay? No fairy godmothers. No knights, no princes or princesses, no castles. Just Pikachu and Kopot-two imperfect humans (or baka hindi?) trying to figure things out in a messy world that's just as flawed as they are. It's not your typical love story. It's raw, unconventional, and tragic-set in a fictional world where decisions have heavy consequences and happy endings aren't exactly a given. Pero kahit tragic, there's still a glimmer of hope. Kasi sometimes, sa mga darkest moments ng buhay, dun lumalabas 'yung grace ni Lord. Redemption is real, and kahit sa ganitong kwento, His purpose is always there. Tara, basahin mo. Hindi man ito fairytale, but it's real in ways that matter.