A revised and edited version of this story will be coming to Amazon/KU in February 2026. He was silent. A lifetime of poisonous words faded away when he came into my life, convincing me every single insidious whisper had been a lie. He gave me a glimpse into a world where I could be happy, creating a family of my own-one based on unconditional love and zero expectations. Except maybe one. When the moment comes for him to speak up and defend me, he doesn't say a word, and reality comes crashing down on my head. He's not the man I thought he was, but I'm not the same girl he fell in love with, either. I'm stronger now, and I know I deserve better, so when I walk away, he'll be the one left picking up the pieces. There is no cheating, just a TSTL Hero who should've known better.

Jack Ryder was one of the youngest billionaires in the US. He had everything guys his age dream on; models in each arm,money & fast cars. When he got married at 23 to a 19 year old everyone was shocked why he married after dating a couple of months. Magazines were speculating different reasons from her being pregnant to being the daughter of a mobster & that Jack was forced into this marriage. My name is Nicole but my friends call me Nikki. I was famous a couple of years ago because I was briefly married to the business tycoon Jack Ryder. We had a beautiful marriage for a year until my "dear husband " tells me out of nowhere that he wants a divorce. To say I was shocked it's nothing, I thought our love was a castle that was made out of bricks but in reality it was a castle made out of cards. My ex wants now to make my life miserable, to pay for something that I don't know. Me? I want to get even and make him pay for every single tear that I shed for him. Let's the "games" begin. The highest rating this book had was 1st place on romance 2.23.16 Thanks to all of you for reading it. Please share it so other people can read it too, but do it only if you like the book not because i asked you to. Have fun reading it.

I've dreamed of the perfect marriage ever since I was a little girl: a marriage complete with a hardworking husband while I tended to the home and our children, preferably four little rugrats to call my own. I dreamed of a life filled with laughter, joy, and success, a life we built together. I dreamed of growing old next to my husband, creating a great love story to tell our grandchildren someday. It all seemed so possible. I was raised to be the perfect wife, after all. From the outside, it seemed I had exactly what I dreamed of with the rich, determined husband; the brilliant, gaudy diamond ring; and the beautiful home filled with the hope of future children. Yes, it was all a dream come true. I should have felt grateful, really. The problem is, I also wanted a marriage based on love, passion, and affection, but those are the only things my husband cannot give me . . . . . . because they're reserved for her. For readers: * I do my best to proofread before publishing, but some typos and errors will slip through. Feel free to point them out! * Comments, active engagement, and helpful critiques are welcomed. * Mean, unnecessary comments that attack me, personally, or other commenters will be ignored and deleted. It takes a lot of courage to publish your work and for others to actively engage in a community. I'd like to keep this a safe and fun place to rage at imperfect heroes and cheer for darling heroines! * I'm not a spicy writer. I rather use my word count for plot, character development, and GROVEL!!! * Most importantly, I hope you enjoy the little world I'm creating. Happy reading, everyone! ADS/Imaginationgirl35

After meeting at Saturday School, Alex and Ezra form an intense connection, so intense they decide to keep it between themselves, by being in a secret relationship. A few years later, however, this relationship is tested when Ezra becomes a sought after football player. Girls want to be with him and boys want to be him. How long will Alex take the infidelity and blatant disrespect before enough is enough? Find out in this heartbreaking story about love riddled with trauma. ------- NB: This book will take you on an emotional rollercoaster, maybe even have you really upset with the protagonist. But please be patient with her. She'll get it soon enough.