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Virago | 2018 Wattys Shortlist

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Time 3h 33m

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Esther Abbey has never been brave and has never needed to; until she's faced with an ultimatum: take a stand or face complete obliteration.

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modern lesbian retelling of The Book of Esther. extended synopsis inside.

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Rule No. 1: No Romance (GirlxGirl WlW) by ShayZayit

Esther Agassi is a feared and respected woman, she worked hard to get to her position in a well-known magazine as head of the marketing team and is working as hard to keep it, so hard she might as well have lost the ability to enjoy anything else other than work, work and work but all that changes the very moment her team's new intern walks into her office... Do you believe in hate at first sight? Wattpad's "Where LGBTQIA+ Stories Live" - 2023 Wattpad's Editors' Pick - June 2023 Copyright © 2021 by ShayZayit

A TALE OF CAGES AND VINES (COMPLETE) by ravenrockz

Amongst a time of blood and enslavement, one girl struggles not to lose herself to the bloodshed.

Bystanders in a story of lots by TzviGoldberg

In the traditional narratives of the reign of the Achaemenid king Ahasuerus and Queen Esther, important not-quite-historical figures including the sagacious Carshena, the compassionate Hegai, and the steadfast retired horse of king Ahasuerus have had their consequential roles and decisions relegated to mere anecdotes in skipped-over lists. The not-quite-history of the middle Achaemenid Empire might have turned for the worst were it not for the swift political minds of serving girls and scribes at the Persian court, or without the rivalries of those royal concubines outshined by the beautiful queen of Judean descent; though the names of these pivotal people were sadly lost to the annals of history. Bystanders in a Story of Lots flips over the traditional book of Esther so that the plot is told by those characters glossed over or all but ignored in the original text. Though much of this narrative remains a speculative endeavor for the necessary educated guesses required to fill in the gaps in the historical records, my hope is that it but begin to address the injustice done to the lots of supposed bystanders overlooked by more founded works.

Between the Grapevines by _eMKay

SEQUEL TO "Under the Olive Tree" After losing all he had lived for at the hands of a merciless Occupation, Riyad joins the Resistance fighters to persist against the Armed Forces and liberate his country. Known for his obedience and ghost-like combat, he thrives on his recklessness and a nonexistent fear of death. But when one girl enters his life with torn and dirtied clothes, a silent voice, and a look in her eyes carrying a depth and mystery unlike any he'd seen before--Riyad's world crumbles. She, without uttering a single word, took hold of his soul and watered within it what he had not felt since his tragic youth: love.

A Hand Weaving Chaos (Book 2 of The Fallen Gods Trilogy) by jan_claremont

***{WATTYS 2022 SHORTLISTED}*** Jill Logan is plucked from everything she's come to care about, only this time, she's fallen into the hands of Prince Brexten's most powerful enemies, and they are determined to destroy her. There is treachery and manipulation on all sides and Jill has no idea who to trust. The only things she can rely on are her growing magical abilities and the will of the gods if she has any hope of surviving the tide of evil. But the gods are fickle and asking for their help isn't always a good idea. Soon Jill is swept up in a growing revolution as the people revolt against the sorcerers occupying their land. And as Jill's magical skills grow, some want to use her as a tool while others see her as a heretic. Suddenly the girl who believed in nothing-not even herself-will need to take a stand. And as her feelings are pulled between Prince Brexten and Aden, the First Lord Shey'na'shen, the land's most powerful magic wielder, will Jill be able to make the right choice to save both the land and her own heart? Sequel to IN THE SHADOW OF THE GODDESS

Lilith Between Flesh And Spirit by AnnamitaMuscaria

21x FEATURED | ONC 2024'S SHORTLISTER, AMBASSADOR'S PICK AND HONOURABLE MENTION While fighting an Archons' system, which was designed to kill them one life after another, a demon goddess and a young woman will eventually reclaim their true identities. *** Lilith is the only woman, conceived by the Archons leader, Yaldabaoth. She is also the first one to say no to him. The first to have eaten from the tree of knowledge and evil. But now, she is just a tamed goddess into the submission of fearing her own destiny within his material world until she crosses the path of Norea. Her brother Seth saved her in extremis from death so she could reach out to Lilith. Only she-the first woman-could protect Norea from the Archons. And hell hath no fury like a woman scorned when they both teamed up to take down Yaldabaoth. *** CW: Loosely inspired by the Bible's views by the Gnostics, this story is in no way intended to offend anyone's religious beliefs. It is also a reimagining that is written with themes suitable for a mature audience. See foreword for detailed trigger warning.

She's The Enemy (GxG) by JustFeelsRight

All Emelie has ever been told is never to cross the border that separates the Fae and human lands, especially after her mother was murdered during a Faerie attack. However, when she finds an enchanting Fae Princess injured by the lake, this girl becomes the allure that keeps pulling her back to a place she knows that she is forbidden to go. How can this girl be the enemy they've been scared of all this time? . "You told me she didn't want to be scared anymore, but that can't be the only reason... can it?" . "Maybe... she met a girl and she couldn't run away. Because the allure of her eyes and her touch was too strong to fight. And maybe part of her didn't want to fight it. Maybe she wanted her life to be more than just a slideshow of events..." . "So that's why she keeps coming back..." . Contains mild swearing Milestones! 20k- 26/08/2020

The Feisty Maid by GorgyJacque

Esther, the most fearless slowest to anger maid there has ever been. She's careless about what people think of her. She's hardly intimidated even by her dark past. In summary, she has a happy personality. He's Terrance,quick tempered and easily angered by a maid...a very naughty nervy one. But what happens when he falls for this annoying girl? Will he learn to cope with her, or will things get worse? *** "What did you call me?" His deep voice rumbled when he was still walking towards me. "Giant!" I repeated when he was an arms length away. "Huh?" His velvety voice asked again when he finally reached me. "Giant." I repeated lowly looking up and gasped when my back met the pillar. "What?" He asked lowly and bended to my height making our faces inches apart and he folded his strong arms above my head. "Gi..G.." I stuttered. "Huh?" He asked again when his face was now centimetres away and I went mute, for real. It wasn't due to fear, it was due to his proximity. I bit my lip when his eyes flickered to it. Started : 18th May 2019 Finished : 4th August 2019

One Night With The King: The Next Empire by QueenOliviaEdwards

This story picks up where One Night With The King: The New Empire left off. After Xerxes death Prince Benjamin must now assume the throne with his wife Sarah by his side. Prince Isaac and Princess Raquel also embrace their part as next in line for the Persian throne. As for Esther she will always be Queen Mother but is her journey over now that she is no longer queen? Read to find out more and............ Feel The Touch Of Destiny!!!!!!

The Queen by CDRossBooks

You've read it as a Biblical tale of courage, now experience the beloved story of Esther as it springs to fresh life in this inspired, modern-day novel! A gripping tale of jealousy, obsession, betrayal, love and mercy is told anew. Witness the book of Esther like never before! It is the pageant of a lifetime. 127 women and only one chance to win. A young, beautiful maid named Katherine -- a simple commoner -- suddenly finds herself chosen as a contestant for the handsome, mature King's potential bride. She is faced with an uncertain future and he is a magnificent King with a lonely heart. Through unlikely circumstances, they develop a friendship and an unexpected love. But as the day of the King's decision draws near, she discovers that the stakes for the crown are much higher than she thought and their very lives could be in danger. Will their love be enough to save his kingdom and her life? Or will it be the key to their undoing? It all comes down to one simple question, does she have what it takes to be the Queen?

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Rule No. 1: No Romance (GirlxGirl WlW)

Esther Agassi is a feared and respected woman, she worked hard to get to her position in a well-known magazine as head of the marketing team and is working as hard to keep it, so hard she might as well have lost the ability to enjoy anything else other than work, work and work but all that changes the very moment her team's new intern walks into her office... Do you believe in hate at first sight? Wattpad's "Where LGBTQIA+ Stories Live" - 2023 Wattpad's Editors' Pick - June 2023 Copyright © 2021 by ShayZayit