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From shadow to wealth

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From Shadows to Wealth follows Jamal Carter, a determined young man who escapes the gritty streets of Westside to carve out a future at the prestigious Zenith Innovations. Starting as a mailroom clerk, Jamal's relentless drive and ambition propel him to success, earning him a series of rapid promotions. However, as he ascends the corporate ladder, he is seduced by the dark allure of the black market, promising unimaginable wealth and power.

Caught between his high-profile job and illicit dealings, Jamal's life becomes a high-stakes balancing act fraught with danger and moral compromise. His descent into the criminal underworld brings both great wealth and devastating personal losses. The story explores Jamal's struggle with ambition, the consequences of his choices, and the haunting realization that the price of success may be far too high.

Ultimately, From Shadows to Wealth is a gripping tale of ambition, betrayal, and the cost of trading one's soul for the promise of a better life.All Rights Reserved

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Shadows of Power by User009q

In the high-stakes world of Blackstone Industries, power is the ultimate currency, and everyone is willing to pay the price. When the sudden death of CEO William Connors sends shockwaves through the corporate giant, a fierce struggle for control erupts behind the boardroom doors. Amid the chaos, alliances are forged and broken, secrets are uncovered, and ambition takes center stage. Rival executives, each with their own agendas, navigate a treacherous landscape where loyalty is rare, and betrayal is a step away. As they vie for the top spot, the line between friend and foe blurs, and the shadows hiding in Blackstone's corridors begin to reveal their deadly secrets. But in this game of power, nothing is certain, and no one is safe. With the future of the company hanging in the balance, the battle for control becomes a fight for survival, where the stakes are life and death. Shadows of Power is a gripping tale of ambition, intrigue, and the dark side of corporate warfare. In a world where trust is a luxury and power is everything, the question remains: who will emerge victorious, and who will be consumed by the shadows?

Captivated by Darkness by LyraPageTurner

In the heart of San Francisco, where shadows conceal power plays and hidden agendas, Jamal Morgan, a 20-year-old vampire and heir to the Morgan Empire, rules the underworld as the head of a powerful Mafia. Despite his aura of confidence and control, the weight of his family's legacy presses down on him, as he struggles to assert his identity amidst overwhelming expectations. At Riverbend University, a unique HBCU teeming with humans, vampires, demons, and more, Jamal's life takes an unexpected turn when he meets Zamira Kelly, a 19-year-old demon with dreams of breaking free from her strict, status-obsessed family. To her parents, Zamira's future hinges on marrying into wealth, and they've set their sights on Sean James, heir to the notorious James Group. Sean, however, embodies everything Zamira despises, with his toxic, misogynistic tendencies making him a looming threat in her life. Jamal, with his dark allure, seems like the perfect escape-rich, powerful, and dangerous. Despite the initial fear and fascination, a deeper connection forms between Jamal and Zamira when their paths cross. Their chemistry sparks immediately, but their love is fraught with peril. Jamal realizes he must protect her not only from Sean but from the treacherous forces in their intertwined world. As they draw closer, they uncover a conspiracy that reaches beyond their personal struggles, threatening their entire community. In a world where loyalty shifts and betrayal is commonplace, Jamal and Zamira must face their darkest fears and navigate the deadly secrets surrounding them. Will they risk everything for love, or will the darkness pull them apart?

Pretty By Design by witheri

From a young age, Ava knew one thing: being pretty meant power, and power meant freedom. Raised in the shadow of her mother's tragic life-a life defined by mediocrity, poverty, and a mysterious boating accident-Ava vowed she would escape the same fate. Being unattractive was not an option; neither was being poor. She was tired of living small and vowed to claw her way to the top, using whatever tools she had: wit, ambition, and relationships. Navigating a world where beauty opens doors, Ava learns to sharpen her edges, turning herself into the woman men desire but never see coming. But as she rises higher, the stakes become deadlier. When you play with hearts and fortune, sometimes the only thing left to lose is yourself. Will Ava's hunger for the good life bring her everything she's ever wanted, or will it destroy her before she reaches the top?

It's Above Me Now. by AshMicaela

After a swift change of fortune, Chance Hugh Moss goes from a laid back mediocre drug dealer, to a high class business mogul. His new reality quickly unravels secrets about not only his past, but threatens his now elite future. As things continue to change drastically for Chance, he must now navigate the upheavals and luxuries of his fast life, while remaining true to himself and all that he stands for.

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Rachel by SokoliciousM

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Streets of Betrayal by ShanteeGrant

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DETERMINATION | Book One by urbancreations

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Shadows of Power

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