Baghdad: The Final Gathering
- Reads 45
- Votes 2
- Parts 1
Complete Tue, Sep 11, 201812m
Chapter 1 of Baghdad: The Final Gathering. The whole story is available at all retailers in both ebook, and Paperback formats.
"Wars, an embargo, and forbidden love in this once peaceful city..."
With the drums of war just weeks away, Omar invites all those closest to his heart for lunch at his lavish villa overlooking the Tigris River of Baghdad. He can't help but smile at the faces that have graced his eventful life that spans from an interesting childhood, the two Gulf Wars, and the inhumane embargo that crippled the nation. Loved ones come together, probably for the last time, in the city their ancestors called Baghdad or Baghdadu, "God's Gift."
Memories upon memories linger in Omar's head. He has survived times of struggle, holding on to hope and love along the way. As he reflects on his journey, as a man destined to live a hard life in tumultuous times, he ponders a clouded future, on the brink of unknown change.
All Rights Reserved
#38
baghdad
Join the largest storytelling communityGet personalized story recommendations, save your favourites to your library, and comment and vote to grow your community.
You may also like
𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬
Arsalan Ahmed, a successful psychiatrist and the heir to Siddiqui Enterprises, ends up in a surprising marriage to his cousin-a woman he doesn't get along with at all. They are as different as night and day, always clashing. From the start, Arsalan promises her that their marriage is temporary and that they will go their separate ways after a certain time. But as they live together and get to know each other, things begin to change. Despite their differences, Arsalan starts to see another side of her and realizes he might be falling in love. Find out what happens in "Somewhere in Our Hearts"-a story where two people who seem completely incompatible might just discover love where they least expect it. {𝙸𝚝'𝚜 𝚗𝚘𝚝 𝚊 𝚜𝚕𝚘𝚠-𝚋𝚞𝚛𝚗 𝚛𝚘𝚖𝚊𝚗𝚌𝚎}Complete
THE UNLOVED WIFE
Yes, it was stupid of me to accept his hand in marriage. And yes, he still loves her so so much and maybe he always will. Will I ever be enough for him to love me back? Can my heart ever make it out alive, even if I am his UNLOVED WIFE? *COMPLETED STORY. Alhamdulillah. *Highest Rank: No. 9 for Spiritual Category *Got nominated as Best Spiritual Story for The Fiction Awards 2016 *Currently nominated for Best Spiritual Story for The Literary Awards 2017. (You may nominate for this story too if you want this to win. In shaa Allah.) #theliteraryawards2017 Enjoy reading! ♡Complete
Mulazim-E-Al-Wadood
Urdu Novel We meet thousands of people in this world, we get attracted to hundreds, we fall for ten and then we'll be united with the one whose name was written with our name thousands of years ago. ♡♡♡ Mulazim-e-Al-Wadood - The One Devoted to the Most Loving Some love stories are written in fate. Others are carved through sacrifice. Muskan Malik never believed in second chances-until she became one. Heartbroken and lost, she finds solace in the company of Zayn Akhtar, a man battling his own demons. Their bond is reluctant at first, fragile yet undeniable. But just when love begins to bloom, destiny rips them apart. Years pass. Zayn waits, holding on to the love she left behind. A love he never confessed. A love that never faded. With faith as his only anchor, he dedicates each passing day to her memory. When fate finally brings them together again, will love be enough to bridge the years of longing? Or will the past prove too deep a wound to heal? A tale of loss, faith, and eternal devotion, Mulazim-e-Al-Wadood is more than just a love story-it's a testament to the power of patience and the love of the Almighty that guides every lost soul home. ♡♡♡ Started - 17 September 2023 Ended - 24 March 2025 ♡♡♡Complete
If I Can Hate You, Why Can't You? A Nigerian Story
Anger, pure anger and fear sipped through her veins threatening to burst out. She struggled vehemently to release her hand, but that only made him tighten his hand around her twisted arm. She cried out of pain but that only seemed to impress him. He smirked and said, "Mm, so fiesty?" He glared at her and pushed her against the wall. "You are evil Abdullah!" She almost shouted. Beads of sweat formed on her silk skin. Why was he making her life a living hell in her matrimonial home? She was supposed to live a happy life with her so-called husband, but instead, he is bullying her. "Just tell me, why?" She gazed at him confused wondering what he meant by that. "Why what?" She cried "Heh" he chuckled, "don't play dumb with me Kulthum. Just tell me why you chose him over me? What am I lacking? Huh? Tell me!" He shouted pushing her more against the wall. "Because you are evil! I never loved you in the first place, you are nothing worth loving" she spat as tears flowed down her beautiful face. As soon as he heard that, his face stoned up while his jaw clenched and his eyes became bloodshot. Such a sight she had never seen since she was married to him. "If I can hate you, why can't you, Abdullah?! I am so tired of this relationship, I can't do it anymore just let me go" With a dejected heart, he released her hand and whispered dangerously close to her ear, "If I can't have you, then no one will" He stumped off angrily while she slumped to the ground releasing a heavy sigh of defeat as tears rolled down her cheek. Since the day she got married to him, there had never been a day where she laughed for at least two minutes. All she knew at that very moment was that she was doomed! *completed but currently under editing*Complete
It Started with a Hijabi's Diary
"And they plot and plan, and ALLAH plans and ALLAH is the best of planners" (Al-Quran) "Can you tell me to whom this diary belongs?" The person gave me a bored look and I took a long breath to ease the ache in my lungs. I don't think I've ever ran this much in my life. I gave him a pleading look. "Please?! It's really important!". The person looked at me with a face void of any emotions. "Please!!" I don't think I've ever used this word for anyone except my family. I just ordered and it happened. But it didn't seem to be happening right now. I took a last glance at the person giving him a desperate look, then ran to other people. One clue, Just one!! Alteast a little hint!! I kneeled down on the road, not caring about anything and pleaded to Allah Almighty, keeping the diary close to me as it's the most precious thing in the world, the beads present in its cover poking my chest, "Please Allah! I'm sorry for all the sins I've ever done in my life. Surely, You're the most merciful. Please, find me a way to her. Let me meet her. Oh, Allah! Only You know if I don't go to her, what will happen. Please help me." I looked at the diary, its beads shining in the sunlight, and still keeping it close to my chest, I sat at the pavement looking defeated but I won't lose hope. I would not lose hope!! Then I heard heavy footsteps and then someone placed a hand on my shoulder and I turned only to feel like all the trucks of the world attacked me at once. It can't happen. No, no please no!! NOO!!! ____ It's a tale of motivation, Faith, Iman, Tawaqqul, Taqwa, mystery, twists and true love It's a tale of a diary "It all started with a Hijabi's diary! Now none of us knows how it's going to end" #1 in guiding #6 in Quran #1 in Taqwa #47 in mysteryromance #69 in IslamComplete
TOXIC DATE
COMPLETE🤍 #1 in TOXIC SERIES "When they ask you why you love the rain, the ocean, the river, tell them it is because to touch you; even when you were at your most damaged and broken. Unlike the people who should have loved you better, the water was never afraid"~Ira Life for me was so simple and decided. My Amma my world, my job my strength and being a fatherless child all I wanted was a man, a love to be cherished till eternity until the time my fate collided with him at college, At that time things couldn't turn out the way it turned after few years. The guy I had zero interest was my Amma's last choice to give my hand in marriage for. What was this new plot twist now? A man who was already committed became my Husband. "Love comes in your life when you don't expect it, and falling for her was the same"~ Asher A bad boy with a soft heart, handsome face and thousand of chicks. That's how you are defined with a complicated aura. Things in my life were never picture perfect. Neither my life, nor my business and not even my girlfriend. She came in my life like a chaos too chaotic to even handle, sharing life with a complete opposite seemed difficult at first until I fell for her silently. She did something to my heart, that it didn't work like the way it used to. Was it her presence or her love but something inside me definitely changed since the time.......i started to understand the most unexpected person of my life. . . . Sometimes a broken heart, needs another broken heart to fix and complete it❤️ . . . #2 Rains #1 eid #4 ramzan #7 muslimgirl #4 muslimboyComplete
ISHQ, EK IBADAT | (Completed ✅)
Book 2 in the True Love Series. "Ishq, Ek Ibadat" - Love is a sacred devotion In the realm of love, where hearts beat as one, comes a tale of Elhaan and Amreen, a beautiful and true love story that will captivate your soul. Join us on a journey of passion and devotion, as we delve into the world of Ishq, Ek Ibadat, where love knows no bounds. Witness the intricate dance of emotions, as our protagonists navigate the complexities of: A heart once broken, now fragile and worn An arranged marriage is born of duty, not desire A one-sided love, that burns like a flame A bad boy's love, that tests the limits of trust A remarriage, that brings second chances And many more twists and turns, that will keep you enthralled. In Ishq, Ek Ibadat, love is not just a feeling, but a worship, a devotion that transcends the ordinary. Come, be a part of this enchanting journey, and let the beauty of Elhaan and Amreen's love story leave you spellbound.Complete
It has always been you!
"...Don't show that you cared about my happiness, when you actually didn't. I doubt if you ever truly did care." I whispered the last part menacingly at him, clenching my jaw as my eyes filled with tears. The way his face hardened and his eyes dilated, I assumed he heard me as a muscle in his jaw ticked. I lowered my pointing finger and wiped my tears furiously from the back of my hand, looking away. "It's good that you got to know about everything before this marriage facade got out of our hands. Now, you'll realize that you never had any feelings for me and it was just an infatuation." He scoffed, looking away. His adam's apple bobbed as his veins popped out lividly. "Don't you dare insult my love, Wali! My love for you was so pure. You know what? You don't even deserve it." I told him, swallowing the lump in my throat. My voice came out harsh as my breath grew thin and ragged. I tried to control myself, reminding there were people in this house. Ya Allah, who was this man standing in front of me? ----- Meet Wali Rehman Khan and Aleyha Shaikh. They both grew up together, they were cousins by fate but best friends by choice. Wali had always been overprotective of her and deeply cares for her, fulfilling her every demand. She thought he loves her the way she loves him but how can he love when he hates even the thought of love? She had believed he would always be there for her but how wrong she was! He left and was back after five painful years. She no longer was the same teenager he last saw or knew, she had changed and changed for good. But still, around him, she didn't know how to feel. She tried but her heart was no longer in her control and she paid a heavy cost due to that. Was the payment worth it? Was it all along Allah's plan? -------------Complete
Bride For 7 Months ( Book 1 of #Brides of Ozturks series)
#1- Halal #1- Islam # 2-Turkish #6- Islamicfiction #4- Islamiclovestory A HALAL LOVE STORY "You either divorce your wife and get your father's land back or not only I'll hurt your wife but also sue your father with criminal charges." ******* WHOM WILL HE CHOOSE? His family for whom he'll sacrifice his life? or his wife for whom he'll take anybody's life? ******* ABDUL RAZZAQ OZTURK is the richest CEO in Turkey and all his life, he only wants to fix his biggest mistake make things right. His only priority is his deen and his family. He never gave much thought when it came to marriage, and if he ever gets married it will be just a mere business deal. But what will happen when he has to marry the woman he DESPISES the most? ___________________________________ KULSUM QURESHI only desires to study abroad and live a happy and single life away from her controlling parents and pursue her career and eventually marry someone she actually loves. But what will happen when she has to marry the man she LOATHES the most? She wakes up to witness her GRADUATION DAY turn into a disastrous WEDDING DAY. 7 MONTHS.......It's all the time they have to bear each other in their unhappy marriage. BUT ARE THEY REALLY UNHAPPY?? TROPES:- - Arranged Marriage - Enemies to Lovers - Slow Burn - Forced Proximity - Billionaire Romance - Halal Relationship - CEO x Psychologist - He fell first and harder - Touch her and you d!e - Who did this to you? - 'My wife' Trope - Obsessive ML - Turkish x British - Grumpy x Sunshine - Family Drama
With souls, Paired
COMPLETED✔️ ✔️ Prince Abdul Karim Tawfiq Abdul Malik. Future King of the UAE. His father made history loving and marrying one woman. He'd make history loving and marrying no one. Unfortunately, he didn't get to decide his history. He had everything he could ever dream of. Most of all he had a best friend. One he couldn't live without... Shamsiya. What happens when everything in his life changes overnight? What happens when a baby comes into his life? A baby he didn't plan for. ~ Sometimes you find your first love on your first try. Other times it will take a million tries. 'And we created you in pairs' To Karim he didn't think so. He wasn't going to be paired with anyone. But Second chances were always available right? Maybe Karim just needed another chance. Maybe he needed more than a second chance. Follow the twists and turns in Karim's life. The unexpected drama, sadness and happiness. All leading to a single man's story. The third book in the 'secret series' Forget Prince Charming and Eric... This is Karim's story. Book 3 of The Secret Series (Advised to read in order) Started: JULY 2019 Ended: MARCH 2021Complete
Arsalan Ahmed, a successful psychiatrist and the heir to Siddiqui Enterprises, ends up in a surprising marriage to his cousin-a woman he doesn't get along with at all. They are as different as night and day, always clashing. From the start, Arsalan promises her that their marriage is temporary and that they will go their separate ways after a certain time. But as they live together and get to know each other, things begin to change. Despite their differences, Arsalan starts to see another side of her and realizes he might be falling in love. Find out what happens in "Somewhere in Our Hearts"-a story where two people who seem completely incompatible might just discover love where they least expect it. {𝙸𝚝'𝚜 𝚗𝚘𝚝 𝚊 𝚜𝚕𝚘𝚠-𝚋𝚞𝚛𝚗 𝚛𝚘𝚖𝚊𝚗𝚌𝚎}
More detailsContent Guidelines