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The Shadows

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Time 3h 34m

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Annabella has had a rough life. From surviving brutal beatings from her so called 'parents' to becoming a well known person on the streets. 

Oh. And she was kidnapped when she was a newborn. 

Fast forward 16 years and she is tired of the abuse. She calls up one of her friends and moves to Italy.

What happens when she runs into the school bad boys? Or when they turn out to be her brothers? Follow Anna on her journey that will have ups and downs but that's family for you. 

Will everything she tried to keep in the shadows bring her family closer together or tear them apart?

cover by @mebarrioss
𒊹︎Started:June 1,2020
𒊹︎Completed:June 25, 2021All Rights Reserved

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Hidden by RA2995

Valeriana has known nothing but neglect and abuse. Her mother took her from her father and brothers at the age of 3. Valeriana has no knowledge of her family looking for her. The only family she knows of is her abusive mother. The couple next door is Valeriana's chosen family. They were there for her when they found out what was happening in the house next door. Damien and Kolton have taken care of Valeriana since the age of 7. They trained her to defend herself against her mother when needed. On one wishful day, Valeriana's wish to have a life change comes true. With the news of Valeriana's mother passing she is sent to live with her brothers. All whopping 6 of them. That's six more than she knew she had. Valeriana struggles to allow herself to get close to them. Not wanting to be let down like her mother did to her. Valeriana tries to stay away from the boys. But for how long?

Loved And Hated by Little1Writer

"We want you home Sorella" Mason said to me. "I couldn't give two shits what you want." I said back. He looked pissed. I could feel someone coming towards me with a needle aimed at my neck. Elijah and Everly are two identical twin girls. Elijah was suppose to be a boy, but kept the name nether the less. They look the exact same, except for the eyes. Eli has her Fathers, whereas Everly has her Mothers. Their parents loved the twins, Well Everly. Her mum and step-dad hated Elijah with a passion. Whereas Everly was treated like a princess, Elijah was treated like something on the back of their shoe. Until one day, they both got called into the office to find out they both died in a car crash. Everly cried as Elijah sat stone-faced. They also find out that they have five older brothers. Five Controlling and annoying older brothers with a huge secret of their own. Not forgetting that Eli refuses to become part of their life. Everly is enough for them in her eyes. Will Elijah survive on her own? Or will her brothers drag her home? And will she stay? Badass- #1 Twins - #1 Running - #1 Mafiaprincess - #1 Brothers - #1 Brother - #1 Father-daughter - #1 Family - #4 out of 246k stories

Mafia Princess (D'Martini #1) by nivethabalakumar

The D'Martini family especially D'Martini brothers are feared and respected by everyone across New York City. But what all of them don't know is the ruthless mafia brothers have a little sister who was kidnapped at a young age and came back to them after several years. She is their world and centre of attention. But little Desiree hates her brothers. She loses her mind and shouts when her brothers speak and flinches away and quarrel when they touch her. What might have happened to her when she was kidnapped? The sweet little sister, they were seeing years ago is now gone. Confusion takes place in their minds and now they will go to the farthest end to win back their sweet sister and live the old happy life they once lived. But will Desiree give in and destroys the wall she created around herself? Or will she hates her brothers till forever? ........ Started: 25th September 2020. End: 10th November 2020. Eventhough it's a mafia book. I reduced the contents of violence. It's appropriate for all audience. Any pictures used in this book are taken from google and belong to the respective owners. The story plot is full of my imagination.

Live it by Dr3amWhor3

A mafia family spilt apart after the triplets where taken. Finally after 16 years they find them, all completely different. They were bounced around from home to home then they were spilt before it was bad but it only got better for two one was left to walk deeper into their own personal hell. Will they love their family? Will they trust them? Will they recover? Will they find love? Secrets are told People are betrayed Feeling are brought to the surface Promises are broken What happens when two heirs fall in love and they can't be. If you want to find out more read on.

Scarlett (discontinued) by teletubbies_0

Hey, this book is not finished, but I have been asked to keep it up! I am rewriting it right away, because there were major plot holes and it was just hard to work on. Sooo read this at your own risk and just know that this is not finished. Previously known as 'the lost sisters return' Scarlett and Stella was kidnapped at 3 years old. What happens 13 years later when their family finds them. Why is Stella so nice and understanding when Scarlett's the opposite. Will they find out what happened to Scarlett 3 years ago or will it remain a secret. Will the secrets everyone has be revealed? Will they trust each other? Will they become the family they once was? Highest rankings 1* Donna 1* Spanishmafia 1* lostprincess 2* reunited 1* assasin 1* lostsisters 1* italianmafia 3* bestfriends 2* twins 2* badass 1* kidnapped

Beauty In Evil by Kripa_Sethi

previously known as 'Always and Forever' ||The Secret of Joy is the Mastery of Pain|| Three children were thrown into the Dangerous world to fend for themselves. They were broken like shattered glass but raised like a Phoenix, burning everyone that comes in their way. This story is about Adina, Alessio and Amir, three souls who turned cold because of the cruelty of the world. And the only thing that ignites a fire is Revenge on the people who threw them in cruelty. What happened when people who threw them into cruelty comes to take them back. Will the triplets go with them? Will they get their revenge? Or they will get back with the people and play happy family? Will the triplets forgive them? || Often it is the Deepest Pain that Empowers you to Grow into your Highest Self || Secrets will be revealed, the truth will come out, fake faces will be shown, the drama will happen, trust will be broken and most importantly blood will be flown Read more to find out what happens in this story Started: 26th June 2021 Finished: 1st june 2022

The Brothers' Desire [Complete First Draft-Unedited] by cbfwrites

Amaris, a young RN, just completed her bachelors in nursing without any help or support from her family. She hasn't seen her parents or older brother since the day she left to go to school across the country. Everything was strange right before she left for college and she felt like she was pushed out for no reason. However, the night of graduation, Amaris is involved in a serious accident. The hospital contacts her family and suddenly, she finds herself being forced to move back home. All of the questions she's asked herself over the last 4 years... oh she finally gets answers.... ....and the culprit - the Sorrentino family that her family is mixed up with. But what happens when their sexy twin sons first set eyes on Amaris? Is it love or lust at first sight? Will Amaris embrace them or run away from the taboo of loving them both? Can she overlook their possessive and controlling nature? But most importantly... How will she live her life now that she's been thrust into a world she was pushed away from? *** STRONG LANGUAGE! SEXUAL SITUATIONS AND DESCRIPTIONS! VIOLENCE! VIEWERS SHOULD BE 18+. READ AT YOUR OWN RISK! TRIGGERS TRIGGERS TRIGGERS! DON'T READ IF TRIGGERED EASILY!***

Long Lost ~completed~ by sarar_1899

At the age of 2 Bella was kidnapped from the park while playing with her 6 older brother's and father. Their mother had died just a month before it happened. Ever since that day they have been searching everywhere for her. Bella never knew what happened, all she knew was her "parents" at the moment enjoyed abusing her everyday. But one day she is found again under a crazy circumstance that she never expected. 77,000+ words *NOT EDITED FOR GRAMMATICAL MISTAKES. PLEASE POINT OUT* *WARNING story contains abuse and sexually assault ⚠️ *cover photo is not owned by me

Broken souls by Sim_writesx

Aurelia grew up without much love from her mother, and she never thought her real dad would ever come into her life. But then, he did. Now, she wonders if it's too late for him to rescue her from the darkness her parents left her in, or if there's still hope. Will she be able to adjust to her new life, or will she run away? "I've always felt forgotten until someone finally noticed me," Aurelia reflected. Thrown from a world of pain and hate into one filled with love and happiness, Aurelia wonders if she can handle it all.

Family Comes First by CRAZY40429

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Their Rose by SloaneCalista

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The Twins Betrayal by SumDumbassKid

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My Lost Family by hanibelle25

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Valeriana has known nothing but neglect and abuse. Her mother took her from her father and brothers at the age of 3. Valeriana has no knowledge of her family looking for her. The only family she knows of is her abusive mother. The couple next door is Valeriana's chosen family. They were there for her when they found out what was happening in the house next door. Damien and Kolton have taken care of Valeriana since the age of 7. They trained her to defend herself against her mother when needed. On one wishful day, Valeriana's wish to have a life change comes true. With the news of Valeriana's mother passing she is sent to live with her brothers. All whopping 6 of them. That's six more than she knew she had. Valeriana struggles to allow herself to get close to them. Not wanting to be let down like her mother did to her. Valeriana tries to stay away from the boys. But for how long?