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In the high-stakes world of law, my clash with Dante Ravenscroft began in his opulent office. He, the undefeated legal titan, and I, the challenger with victories that apparently lacked significance. Our verbal sparring was laced with tension, petty provocations revealing a side of him that was unexpectedly laughable. As the details of the case unfolded, I sensed an enigma beneath his confident facade. The courtroom awaited, a stage for our legal joust, where our battle of wits would reach its climax. Beyond the legal theatrics, an unexpected connection formed—an entanglement of love ...

Life in Ocean's Edge is anything but easy. Running my small diner while raising my daughter, Emma, who has special needs, leaves me exhausted. Abandoned by my ex-husband, I fight every day to keep us afloat. When Jake walks into my diner, I see just another customer. Little do I know, he's a billionaire doctor, far removed from my world. Yet, he steps in during Emma's crisis, and suddenly, he's not just a stranger. He's my hero. Jake offers to help with the diner, and against my better judgment, I let him. As we work side by side, sparks fly. But his world is so different from mine, and his...

A disillusioned soldier, a wrongfully convicted woman both looking for a second chance at life and love. I knew things were bound to be different, but not this way. My grandma is gone, and her legacy - the cookie factory has long been closed. My sister hates me. My path to redemption will be harder than I thought. But then, there's Ben. My childhood sweetheart is nursing the same heartbreak as me. Together, everything seems brighter and easier. But can we emerge from this mess together and whole? Or will we crumble with pressure?

Under the relentless sun of Iraq, I navigate the complexities of a secret relationship with Alex, a captain whose intensity matches my own. We're careful to keep our growing love hidden, but he doesn't know the full truth. Not only am I the military medic, I am also on a recon mission to keep tabs on Alex, suspecting he's connected to an insurgent camp. As I juggle my duty and my heart, the weight of my secret threatens to crush me. How can I protect the man I love when my orders might lead to his downfall? Can our love survive the ultimate betrayal when Alex learns the truth? In a world ...

Christmas chaos, unexpected romance. In town for a vacation, Edna and Kaleb had an unfortunate first meeting after she inadvertently breaks the display in Kaleb's Christmas store. But Christmas has other plans for these two wounded souls, as they both carry the weight of painful holiday memories. Kaleb lost his parents during the holidays, and Edna's family's joyous celebrations were shattered by a heartbreaking revelation. Kaleb In the midst of twinkling lights and snowflakes, I never expected my Christmas season to be this complicated. She walked into my store, shattering more than just ...

Widowed and struggling to raise three kids, I have long accepted that I will live the rest of my life in solitude. In my darkest hours, I found a sanctuary in words, weaving stories that breathe life into my stagnant career. I draw inspiration from my life and my children and start writing Santa's Gift - a heartfelt story about a boy believing his father is Santa. The unexpected success of Santa's gift brought forth the arrival of Daniel in my life - a publisher with a keen eye for the hidden gems in my manuscripts, who ignited a spark I thought was forever extinguished. His belief in my ...

In the quiet aftermath of loss, my world was confined to the boundaries of raising Ethan, my son, whose unique perspective on life challenges me daily. I have accepted that I will grow old alone, and that my focus will be on him. But then came Emily. Her smile is enough to make my days brighter. And the unexpected catalyst, brought close by the simple friendship between her dog and Ethan has ignited a spark I thought long extinguished, making me yearn for a connection I believed was forever lost to me. After one night that blurred the lines between companionship and a deeper longing, fear ...

The Billionaire Heir and the Hotel Staffer. Off-Limits. Impossible. Irresistible. Returning to Arkansas for a family staycation at Diadem-Hedge should be routine—smile for the press, manage the Fitzgerald name, and keep the drama under wraps. Simple. Predictable. Then I meet her. Marriott isn’t just another hotel staffer. She’s chaos where I’m control, fire where I’m ice, and the only person in this place who refuses to treat me like the heir I was born to be. She storms into my life with a sharp tongue, a stack of linens, and zero interest in the rules I live by. I should walk ...

(Refined with mysticism, ancient sea, forbidden love, Leviathans, and ritual law) Seductive. Sacred. Dangerous. Mermaids in the Myst is a sensual, myth-rich collection of tales of forbidden desire, awakening power, within haunting echoes of love that will not drown. Before the first fires touched land, before humans dared to name the stars, the sea was already singing. Beneath its shifting surface lies a realm of ancient rituals, veiled priestesses, warrior-tritons, and songs too powerful to be heard by the unchosen. Here, every breath is bound by law. Every bond is shaped by lineage. And ...

They thought the past was buried—until fate gave them one more chance to rewrite the ending. After years apart, Lily Thompson never expected to cross paths with Jake Carter—the man who broke her heart and walked away. But when she returns to Willow Creek with their gifted son, an unexpected reunion sparks the embers of a love once thought extinguished. Jake is a man torn between reputation and redemption. As his world crumbles under scandal and betrayal, Lily becomes the unexpected anchor in his storm. However, trust isn’t easily mended, and forgiveness comes at a price. In the small ...

The magical allure my musical career once held is now gone. Amidst the thunderous applause, I feel hollow. I have poured my heart and soul into being a country singer, but still, I am unhappy. Going to Texas seems like the solution. Not only would I get much needed rest, but I would also be honoring my mother by visiting the place she loved most. I did not count on meeting him though. Broken but utterly beautiful, our attraction cannot be denied. Maverick has ensnared me, and I am helpless to do anything about it. But what happens when the past catches up with him? Will he let me loose and ...

A House Full of Secrets. A Husband Full of Rage. And a Darkness That Won’t Let Her Go… I once believed in fairytales, in love that lasts forever. But reality has a cruel way of rewriting dreams. Mark was my prince once, before his love turned to rage, before every step I took felt like walking on glass. Now, in the house he bought for us—a house that whispers in the dark—I’ve found the diary of a woman who lived here before me. Sarah. She was trapped too. And then… she vanished. The shadows in this house are alive. Watching. Waiting. And with every passing day, I feel them ...

A love that defies death, a secret that spans lifetimes. Samuel, haunted by visions. Emily, drawn to the forbidden. Willowbrook's ancestral Mansion conceals a love story from the 1890s. Against society's constraints, Samuel and Emily ignite a passion that's both irresistible and perilous. But a sinister presence from the past threatens to unravel their chance at happiness, as secrets long buried resurface, weaving a tangled web of desire and danger. Together, they uncover the truth of their past lives, a love that transcends time, but their powerful families and a relentless force stand in ...

As a Navy Seal, I thought I had seen them all. How wrong I was. One unexplainable and mysterious encounter while on duty has all led to this. A marriage in paradise for my mate, meeting beautiful Pippa, and the threat of a mermaid’s curse that threatens to destroy the happiness of everyone. Protecting everyone is my default. No one gets left behind on my watch. But I did not count on the danger to be closer than expected. This wedding has to go on without a hitch. And if I am lucky, I just might take home the girl, too.

The Hollywood Heartthrob and the Woman He Was Never Meant to Love. A Secret Affair. A Ruthless Scandal. Robert is the industry’s golden boy—charming, untouchable, and every director’s dream. Laurene is the woman behind the lens, capturing stars without ever stepping into their world. Until him. What starts as stolen nights and whispered promises quickly turns into something deeper, something neither of them can afford. Robert’s carefully crafted image as Hollywood’s ultimate bachelor is his ticket to success, and Laurene’s past has already taught her that love in the spotlight ...

Hooking up with the hottest bartending silver fox after walking out on my scheming ex was not how I envisioned ending the day. Yet, there I was following his every command after a taste of his hottie and just one dance. This is just supposed to be just one night. Guys twice my age are a no-no. But the way my body responds to his gaze says differently. This commitment phobe is making me want to forget my rules. If only he is not about to become someone else's baby daddy.

In the ledger of love, age is just a number. In the corporate world, Sarah is a force to be reckoned with, a titan in her industry with no room for personal distractions. Her life is a tapestry of success, woven with the threads of discipline and a focus that leaves little room for romance, especially not with someone seventeen years her junior. Ethan, bright-eyed and fiercely determined, enters her life in the most unconventional way—hired for her company, yet haunting her with a connection from their past she can barely recall. Three years ago, a chance encounter that never fully ...

Welcome to “Fit & Fabulous: 10-Minute Daily At-Home Body and Mind Workouts for Seniors 65+". This book is designed to help you incorporate quick and effective exercises into your daily routine, empowering you to stay active, healthy, and vibrant in your senior years. As we age, maintaining a regular exercise regimen becomes increasingly important for our overall well-being. Exercise offers a multitude of benefits, including improved cardiovascular health, increased strength and flexibility, enhanced balance and coordination, and a boost in mood and mental well-being. Even just a few ...

A grieving widow and the best friend he entrusted his family with. Can love heal two souls who were united by grief? The loss of Ross - the only man I have ever loved and the father of my son - is a nightmare I cannot wake up from. Being a military wife is hard. Not seeing your soulmate and best friend for years, raising our son alone. And now, the harsh reality is I will never lay eyes on him again. But then his letters start arriving. Reminding me of how strong our love is, how I deserve happiness. And his best friend Peter might just be the happiness he was talking about.

In the heart of a tight-knit small town, where whispers travel faster than the wind, young single mother Clara finds herself fighting to provide for her son, Lucas, after being disowned by her family. Life is a constant struggle until she meets Nathan, a silver fox doctor twice her age with a gentle heart and a charming smile.