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Years after a tragic accident that took half of her family, Aurora Rossi, a badass street fighter and racer, comes back to her hometown with her mentally abusive father and she reunites with her old partners in crime, Marwa and Noah. 

She didn't expect to catch the eye of Elijah, the town's bad boy aka her childhood enemy. Sparks fly between the two of them but when you add gasoline, it will certainly explode. Can she hide her secrets or will he be able to unravel her « bad girl » facade and expose her broken interior? Will these two broken souls be able to mend each other's hearts?

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"You know those gaps between your fingers, I think they were made for mine."

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River Rose | ✓ by itsnina2356

Cover made by: @_navyblueee_ "Pretty little things can be deadly too" I never understood pain until I was taken, and I didn't know love until they found me. At the mere age of four, Valenciano Rossi took me from the fire that consumed my home and separated me from the men who'd die to keep me safe. My dad, my brothers and our childhood friend Noah Now my two loving brothers were traded by two deadly ones, my only father figure is a dangerous criminal and abuser...and my sister is rather keen on making my life harder than it is The only reason I don't up and leave is the little boy depending on me but I'll get us out of there as soon as I figure out a way I'm hanging on by a thread, barely keeping up with everything Valenciano makes me do when the Beauforts barge into my life Turns out, they decide to see an underground fight while they attend business in town. The same one Val is dead set on seeing me win for his own reasons. And that's how we meet, Nikolai Beaufort finally finds his stolen daughter...just as she beats the shit out of her opponent I'm guessing life can only go up once you've hit rock bottom right? *** A/N: NOAH IS NOT A BROTHER THERE ISN'T INCEST IN THIS STORY!! Carry on, thank you *Needs some editing *

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐲 𝐖𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 | 𝟏𝟖+ by __rosiiee

Maya applied pressure to my wound. I hissed from the pain. "Stop fucking around." She rolled her eyes at me. Maya finished tending my wound, wrapping it with a bandage. As she got up to put the first aid away, I stopped her. My thumb rubbed against the cool skin of her hand. I pulled her to sit on my lap. My fingers ran through her hair. "You're doing it again." I ignored her, sinking my chin into her shoulder. "I have no idea what you're talking about." I placed small pecks on neck. Her breathing turning heavy. "Stop. Someone could walk in." "And? You think they want to watch? Shit, I would." _____________________________________ ~Maya Castillo~ Escaping her traumatic past, Maya and her brother, Santiago, run to New York. In hopes to run her family business one day along side with her brother, she takes a college program at NYU. But when a anonymous person threatens her, Santiago turns to a past trusted friend. His price for protection? Her. ~Noah Slade~ In Manhattan, Noah is feared around the entire city. New York bows to his feet. He works in multiple businesses and is known in the mafia world as well. When a old friend from high school comes to him for protection, he comes face to face with his friend's sister once again, knowing exactly what he wants in exchange. ~ H I G H E S T R A N K S ~ #6- badass 8/24/2022 #8- ongoing 10/31/2022 #6- maya 5/3/2025 #1- maya 5/4/2025 #5- enemiestolovers 5/8/2025 #5- interesting 5/14/2025

The Imperishable Flame⎪✓ by IAmEmmaHey

"You have lost your mind, what the hell do you think you're doing?" She yells at me. "Don't start with me." "I'm not starting shit, Elijah! This was supposed to be a night out and then you come along, you ruin everything!" The anger on her voice isn't lost on me, I've never heard her this mad before and she is dangerously attractive with the wild look in her eyes and slightly open mouth. "You shouldn't even be here! What the fuck do you mean a night out, have you gone insane?" I raise my voice unintentionally and she looks even more crazed than she did before. "That's rich, coming from the jerk who almost killed a guy minutes ago!" ********* Elijah Black is her first love. He is her only love. Even three years after high school when both of them have gone separate ways, never talked again, she still thinks about him and scolds herself for it. They agreed to end things, they agreed to cut all ties, she isn't allowed to feel this way anymore. But she does. Dakota Moore is the name he refuses to mention, she is the girl he struggles to think about. Even three years after high school when both of them have gone their separate ways, never talked again, he still fears whenever someone brings her up in conversation and he hates it. She needed to get away from all the horrific things, they agreed to cut all ties, he can't fawn over her like this anymore. But he does. Two broken souls could mend each other, but the aspect of staying together was too much. Why couldn't things just be easy for them? Why couldn't they have their romance in peace? Loving someone is hard enough, but when the past catches up to you and the future traumatizes you, can you really focus on the mending of a broken relationship? Or will you burn in the process? ******* THE SECOND BOOK OF THE FLAME SERIES Highest rankings: 1st place in #heated 1st place in #fighter 1st place in #badboy 25th place in #romance

The Expansion of the Universe {Completed} by ARDewler

"My name's Elijah, by the way. It's nice to meet you, window-girl." She liked that name: Elijah. "I doubt you're even listening, but, look, I'm not here to cause problems, you know? I'm just here to chat. It can get lonely when we segregate ourselves into our own little world. I mean, maybe you like it in there," he continued, as she stared at the door separating them, "but, in case you don't, I'd like to offer my company." Instead of panicking, Liza could only focus on four words he'd said. 'Our own little world.' How had he known? She was in her own little world, consisting of her, her dog, the condo, and now, maybe . . .? Her voice was barely a croak when she spoke to him for the first time. "I'm listening." *** A horribly tragedy left Liza Garner tucked inside her condo, the only safe place she knew, terrified of the outside world and the people within it. Especially men. A change in living brought Elijah Harris into a nice new neighborhood, and he'd never been afraid of knocking on others' doors and introducing himself. Especially if a pretty woman was on the other side. This is a story about mental health, the amazing impact certain individuals can have on one's personal journey, and how making progress-no matter how seemingly insignificant-is always impressive. *** PLEASE NOTE: Rated mature for language, topics, and detailed descriptions of gore. All rights reserved.

Maya by amie_meredith

Maya has spent five dreadful months in the psychiatric hospital recovering. Once she finally is released she is forced back into her boring life. But will things really be so boring still when she meets 'bad-boy' Noah Dalton? He is annoying, rude and always around Maya for reasons she can't understand. Maya is brave, yet also afraid that her choices could lead her spiralling back into a bad place again. Will Noah be able to save her from herself? Or will he be the cause of her destruction? ---------------------------- ~Noah's pov~ 'These,' I slowly run my finger across one of her scars, 'are fucking beautiful.' Before she can object, I carry on. 'Maya you are beautiful beyond perfection. You are strong. You are brave. You are funny. You are sweet. You are incredible. Look at yourself,' I nod down towards the scars on her arm and she slowly glances down at them before meeting my gaze again, 'those scars are beautiful. Do you know why?' I ask her. She wipes a tear from her already tear-stricken face before she shakes her head. 'Because every time you decided to do that to yourself, you didn't go further, you didn't end your life. You decided to carry on living even when you thought you couldn't manage it. Those scars right there,' I gesture to them again, 'show the battles you won against yourself. They are your battle-scars and you shouldn't be ashamed of them. And you know what? I am so proud of you for making it to where you are today because you are a fighter and If I can see that, anyone can.'

FALLEN FOR A BAD BOY {BAD MEETS BADDEST} by OMALOVESRED

She witnessed horror... and became one. After surviving a harrowing near-rape and watching her best friend brutally assaulted and murdered before her eyes, Aurora vanished-emotionally. What rose from the ashes was someone unrecognizable: Cold. Fearless. Savage. Untouchable. She trusts no one. Loves no one. And as far as she's concerned, no man alive could ever break through her fortress of ice. Love? Dead. Her rules? Simple. No emotions. No attachments. No second chances. But her new college? A battlefield. And him? Leonard Grande - the kind of trouble she didn't prepare for. Wounded. Rebellious. Addictive. Dangerous. A walking paradox with a face carved by gods and a soul damaged by demons. A notorious playboy who takes pleasure in breaking girls, shredding hearts like paper-because he believes every girl is a liar in disguise. Until Aurora. She doesn't look at him like he matters. She doesn't fall. She doesn't even flinch. And that pisses him off. Now it's war. A toxic game of destruction and seduction. She wants to erase him. He wants to ruin her. But when secrets from the past start surfacing, both realize they've been walking in the dark... and maybe-just maybe-they were destined to collide. How deep do their scars go? And who's really pulling the strings in this web of pain and passion. Dive into a dark college romance where love is a weapon, trust is deadly, and only the strongest survive. When bad meets baddest... there are no rules. Trigger Warning: This story contains themes of sexual violence, emotional trauma, murder, psychological manipulation, and abusive behavior. Reader discretion is strongly advised. Some scenes may be distressing or triggering to survivors. ©2025

Partners in crime *UNDER MAJOR EDITING* by sisiwrites_

PREVIOUSLY KNOWN AS "BREAKING FREE" Meet Aurora Reed.She's the schools hot new girl.She is strong willed and confident but has a heart made of gold.She moved from louisiana to minnesota shortly after the death of her father. Unlike most She doesnt hide the fact that she's hurting she doesnt pretend that she's fine.She doesnt see things in black in white that ' fake it till you make it ' metophore can go to hell in her mind . She's broken and not looking to be fixed.Well that is until she meets 𝘩𝘪𝘮 Xavier Black.He's a 17 year old bad boy with a small group of friends .He's not a people person.He's rude hes ruthless he's problematic but most of all hes broken in need of comfort that he is all to stubborn to accept.Someone is yet to find his soft side his kind and nurturing side the side that nobody thinks someone like him has after all he's no more than a black soul with a black heart to match.That is until he finds 𝘩𝘦𝘳.

𝑀𝒶𝓉𝒸𝒽 𝑀𝒶𝒹𝑒 𝒾𝓃 𝐻𝑒𝒶𝓋𝑒𝓃✔️ by rileyyxwrites

𝘈𝘶𝘳𝘰𝘳𝘢 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘝𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘦. 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘤𝘩 𝘮𝘢𝘥𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘯. 𝘏𝘪𝘨𝘩 𝘴𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘭 𝘴𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘴. 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘱𝘭𝘦; 𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯'𝘵. ✧ ✧ ✧ Aurora believed that her fancy new university across the country will be her escape from her messy life back home. No more haunting memories, family trauma, or meant-to-be ex-boyfriends to bring her down... Right? Running away won't solve your problems, and Aurora struggles to cope with her actions. And when her "Match Made in Heaven" ends up at the same school as her, will they finally be the perfect couple, or will their fantasies together come crashing down? top rankings: #29 in insomnia 4-4-25 #65 in badboygoodgirl 2-22-25

Moonbow by HakunaD

What happens when two rivals, bound by the vows of marriage, aiming for power and tremendous hatred fall for each other? ------------- AURORA LAVESQUÈ I always knew what I wanted in my life and that only revolved around one thing, to be the Comarè of the Vegas Outfit which was the one of the most dangerous Mafia faction in the world. But what I never knew that, that in the journey of chasing the power I would have to come across the most ruthless man of Chicago, who would change my life forever and destroy me in every way possible. Ezekiel Luciano. EZEKIEL LUCIANO I was known for my cruelty and ruthesness in all the Mafia Factions of the world and for me, it was beautiful because it defined my power and important too because I was next leader, the Capi De Capi of Chicago Faction. But what I never knew was how in the fulfilment of my desire to gain power, I would come across the girl who would break every wall of mine and change my life with the promise of destruction and torment, Aurora Lavesquè. -------------------- Aurora and Ezekiel belong to the most dangerous outfits and are married for only one reason, to prevent bloodshed and war but unknowingly for the same purpose, to kill each other. Welcome to the world of Mafia and this enthralling story of two cold hearted enemies finding their warmth. But at what cost?

Arlo & Aurora by favetaurus

Aurora has been neighbours with Arlo since she was just eight years old, yet the two of them could not be further apart. The one thing that brings the two together is the treehouse at the bottom of their yards, a place where their heaviest secrets lie, a place that is never spoken of yet is the most evident thing in their lives. She thought that he despised her, that he ignored her in school because her existence infuriated him. But what she didn't know, was that Arlo had been madly in love with her from the very moment he laid eyes on her. What will happen when Aurora is forced to move in with his family? How will they be able to keep their hidden love hidden? And how long will it take her to realise that it was not at all hidden in the first place? - Aurora Taylor had sought for the comfort of Arlo Scott's embrace ever since her eight-year-old self found herself living next door to him. Their love for one another was buried beneath the heaviness of their lives, the events which led them to one another seemingly never-ending. - Join Aurora in her journey of discovering Arlo's secret love for her, a love that had been kept hidden for nine years. #BOOK 01 of the Scott Family series (can be read as a standalone)

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The Imperishable Flame⎪✓ cover

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Partners in crime *UNDER MAJOR EDITING* cover

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River Rose | ✓

Cover made by: @_navyblueee_ "Pretty little things can be deadly too" I never understood pain until I was taken, and I didn't know love until they found me. At the mere age of four, Valenciano Rossi took me from the fire that consumed my home and separated me from the men who'd die to keep me safe. My dad, my brothers and our childhood friend Noah Now my two loving brothers were traded by two deadly ones, my only father figure is a dangerous criminal and abuser...and my sister is rather keen on making my life harder than it is The only reason I don't up and leave is the little boy depending on me but I'll get us out of there as soon as I figure out a way I'm hanging on by a thread, barely keeping up with everything Valenciano makes me do when the Beauforts barge into my life Turns out, they decide to see an underground fight while they attend business in town. The same one Val is dead set on seeing me win for his own reasons. And that's how we meet, Nikolai Beaufort finally finds his stolen daughter...just as she beats the shit out of her opponent I'm guessing life can only go up once you've hit rock bottom right? *** A/N: NOAH IS NOT A BROTHER THERE ISN'T INCEST IN THIS STORY!! Carry on, thank you Needs some editing