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Contemporary Web Novels & Ruthless Revenge Stories

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HER MAJOR OBSESSION (Exclusive Yours) - undefined novels & stories
Sweetwrite
He is a demi-god. He is powerful, He is fearless, He's ruthless, He's a cold-hearted being. He hated her family. He hated her; only his stance scared her, yet she still felt the butterfly in her stomach. She was supposed to hate him, but despite that, she loves him. "You mean nothing more than a servant." And you will only suffer for the rest of your life. "I will make sure you live in agony all the days of your life." He thundered in his most intimidating aura, forcefully holding her neck. "I am sorry; forgive me." She pleaded, and his emotions became worse. He hates to hear the words "sorry" and "forgiveness," but she wouldn't stop saying those two words, thinking it would ease his heart. Khalid an handsome, rich dude in his late twenties. He curly hair suit him more like a demi-god, he has pinks lips more like a woman, which makes girls crave for him. But he hate disrespecting girls. But the case of his wife is different, why is he so cold towards her. Will she find out the reason for his behaviour?
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Entangled With The Merciless Mafia Don  - undefined novels & stories
King Emerald
Elena Russo lost the one person who meant the world to her brother, and ever since then; she was deeply fueled by the strong urge for revenge on the family that murdered him. She dedicated her life to this cause as an understated waitress by day and a renowned genius hacker in the Mafia underworld by night. All her efforts to track down the Moretti family were useless. Everyone knew who they were, yet no one knew them. What happens when Elena decides to loosen up on a certain night and recklessly has a one-night stand with the same man she had been searching for all her life-Luca Moretti? And when she finds herself falling deeply for this same person, and facing a shocking revelation that all she had believed for years was nothing but a lie, what happens next? Why don't you find out?
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HAUNTING EMILY  - undefined novels & stories
Holland Cisca
Emily took a case she should’ve never accepted. The man she was supposed to bring down? Matteo Romenetti, known as California's most wanted criminal. He was her first love, the boy who once made her believe in forever. But the night she tried to let go, he showed up at her door. **** “Tell me,” he whispered, stepping closer, “if I mean nothing to you… why does your heart still race when I’m this close?”
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Honey, Love Me One More Time - undefined novels & stories
Anna Shannel Lin
Estelle’s life was once a fairy tale, filled with love and promise. However, tragedy struck on the day of their wedding. Estelle’s father and Cristofer’s parents were involved in a car accident that took their lives instantly. The loss was devastating for Cristofer, causing him to sink into deep sorrow and anger towards Estelle. One tragedy comes after another, and she finds herself battling cancer, heartbreak, and deceit. In a world where all seems lost, Estelle must dig deep to find the strength to fight for what she loves most. **** Cristofer’s magnetic yet cold voice wrenched her mind back to reality, “Sign the divorce paper now!” Estelle laid down her legs, sat up, and asked, “Did you drink?” “It’s none of your business.” “Drinking is bad for your stomach.” “I need to drink so that I won’t feel disgusted when having sex with you.” “You couldn’t wait to divorce me?” Her voice sounded weak. She turned her back on him as the smoke nearly smothered her, and she started coughing again. “You know that, don’t you?” Cristofer deliberately breathed out a stream of smoke in her direction and felt inexplicably pleased to see her coughing and trembling.
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THE MAFIA'S PRISONER - undefined novels & stories
Itschaconne
Eighteen-year-old Chateau Lavigne has always led a simple life as a florist's daughter, tending to her garden and selling flowers in the local market. But her world shatters when Leonard Hugues, a powerful executive of the feared Lafleur mafia, shows up to collect on a debt her father owes—a debt far more serious than she ever imagined. Swept into Leonard’s dangerous world, Chateau finds herself terrified. But as she learns more about the man beneath the ruthless exterior, her fear turns to affection, and eventually, love. Leonard becomes her protector, her obsession, and a mystery she’s determined to unravel. But Leonard’s dark past holds a secret—a hidden truth that threatens to shatter everything Chateau believes about him. As shadows of revenge begin to circle, Chateau will have to face a deadly truth: falling for Leonard may have placed her in the path of the very danger she fears most.
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PERFECT MARRIAGE REVENGE  - undefined novels & stories
Enchanting Phayvou
Do not underestimate the allure of darkness, even the purest hearts are drawn to it. ******** Elena once believed in love. She gave her heart to Alan, only to have it shattered when he betrayed her and framed her for a crime she didn’t commit. Three months in prison turned her hope into steel. Now, she’s back not to forgive, but to make him pay. But revenge is a dangerous game, especially when a man like Conrad; dark, mysterious, and equally broken, steps into her path. In a world where love burns and vengeance blinds, how far will Elena go before becoming the darkness she seeks to destroy?
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Kissed My Ex's Brother  - undefined novels & stories
Sora
The night she caught her boyfriend cheating shattered her completely. Elena swore she’d never trust love again until the one person she shouldn’t fall for walked into her life… her ex’s brother.
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Not yours anymore Mr ASHFORD  - undefined novels & stories
EhiSymphony
"Why aren't you ready for me?" His voice cut through the darkness, sharp as a blade. His hands gripped my hips, fingers digging into soft flesh. "How often do I have to tell you about the rules?" "I'm sorry," I whispered, my throat tight. "I was sick again today, and work was—" "Excuses." He ripped away my underwear, the fabric tearing. "You smell like a kitchen maid. Disgusting." I bit my lip until I tasted blood, fighting back tears. Three years. Three years of being his unwanted wife, forced on him by his grandfather's deal. The old man's words still echoed: "You saved my life, child. Let me give you a good life in return." ***** Five years ago, Elena thought she’d left her nightmare behind. Forced into a loveless marriage with the ruthless Nikolai Ashford, she endured his cold accusations and cruel indifference. But when their toxic relationship threatened the life of her unborn child, she vanished, reinventing herself as Mia Thompson—a confident heiress with a powerful empire of her own. Now, Mia’s carefully rebuilt world is crumbling. One of her twins is gravely ill, and the only hope for survival lies in Nikolai, the man who shattered her heart. Returning to his world isn’t just a desperate gamble to save her child—it’s a chance to exact the revenge she’s dreamed of for years.
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Captured By The Powerful Mr. Moore: His Forbidden Claim  - undefined novels & stories
Chloee Ariadne
Aurora Scott’s life has never been fair. Born into poverty, burdened by a sick mother she couldn’t save, and cursed with a gambler father who saw her as nothing more than collateral. But her true nightmare begins when he sells her–to a wealthy old man who strips her of her last shred of freedom. Just when all hope is lost, Grayson Moore steps in. Powerful. Cold. Untouchable. But he doesn’t save her out of kindness. He doesn’t rescue—He Claims. Now trapped in his world, Aurora is nothing more than a pawn in his sick game of vengeance. Grayson took her for one reason–to destroy the man who ruined his life. But the longer she stays, the more she unravels the darkness within him, stirring a need he never wanted to feel. She was meant to be his weapon, not his weakness. Love was never part of the plan. Now, Grayson stands at a crossroads: hold onto his revenge and risk losing her forever… or surrender to the one thing he swore he’d never need... Her.
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Embraced By The Billionaire - undefined novels & stories
Mus Story
They tried to take everything from her: her sanity, her pride, and her daughter. Cast out into a storm by her own husband, Avery Reed was branded a disgrace simply for giving birth to a daughter. Her enemies called her unstable and labeled her child a failure, and for a moment, she almost believed them. Until he arrived. Ashton Knight wasn't just a man from her past; he was a billionaire who could buy and burn his enemies' worlds to the ground. He offered her protection within his fortress of luxury, promising to turn her tears into ammunition and her wounds into strength. Her enemies thought they were fighting a broken woman, but they had no idea that behind her now stood a king, ready to burn their entire dynasty to ash. As she takes refuge in his dangerous embrace, Avery must wonder... does she only want justice, or does she want his heart as well?
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THE ALPHA FIERCE LUNA - undefined novels & stories
Brooke Meyer
Serena is a powerful, rebellious she-wolf with a hidden bloodline from the moonlight pack. Betrayed, rejected, and cast out by her own family and pack, she is forced into a new dangerous territory. Where she is unintentionally a mate to the coldest and most ruthless Alpha of the Black Ash Pack, An Alpha who is hell bent on breaking her walls and taming her wild spirit. But Serena is no weak wolf. She is a fighter with a mysterious past and a deadly secret that could destroy everything. Will Serena accept her fate as the Alpha’s mate or will she defy the bond and bring the entire pack to its knees?
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The Billionaire’s Revenge Bride - undefined novels & stories
Novus J
Scarlett Carter had it all, wealth, status, and a husband she thought she could trust. But in a single moment, everything crumbled. Her husband betrayed her. Her best friend stole her life. Her stepbrother took everything she built. And now, pregnant and penniless, she’s nothing more than a scandalous headline. Just when she thinks she’s lost it all, Adrian Carter appears. The black sheep of the Carter dynasty. The vengeful older brother Daniel erased and despised. A man with power, money, and a vendetta just as deep as hers. Adrian offers her a deal, help him destroy those who made him an outsider, and in return she’ll get protection for her baby and revenge against those who hurt her . But revenge comes at a cost. As Scarlett steps into Adrian’s world, she’s no longer the woman they left behind, she becomes something far more dangerous, stopping at nothing to get her own pound of flesh. And when passion ignites between them, the lines between vengeance and desire blur. She was once the billionaire’s placeholder bride. Now? She’ll be the one to burn his empire to the ground.
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HIS BROKEN PLAYTHING  - undefined novels & stories
Nixanthy
"I escaped the nightmare, but woke up in a living hell.. " Lyla Harrison is drowning in unsubstantial debt, with a father in a coma and a highschool life that threaten to murder her sanity, Lyla is left with no one to turn too. But when her stepmother suddenly reappears with an offer she can't resist, Lyla heeds to her desperation and takes up the deal. Only to be double crossed once again. Things turn for the worst and she’s sold to Cedric Abernathy, the ruthless and terrifying leader of the Abernathy Mafia Family. Cedric doesn’t just claim her as his wife, but possesses her as his pet. Lyla’s hatred burns, but the more she fights him, the tighter his grip becomes.
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WHILE I BURN FOR YOU - undefined novels & stories
Nini9eva
"Two dark souls binded by love's bright light" ~~~~~~~~~~ Zahra Eres manages to find a way to escape an eight year abusive marriage by forming a secret alliance with her husband's rival. The cold, handsome and enigmatic billionaire, Dashiell Otto Blackwood. He agreed to the plan, but at the cost of what? Zahra must return the stolen stocks to him, she agreed, but knowing Zahra, he decided not to trust her and wait till she loses her guard before killing her. Only if they knew that working together would lead them to fall in love with each other. Dashiell, regardless, was still hell bent on murdering her, not because of the stocks, but because he swore to never fall for another woman, even worse, the same woman with whom he had fallen for more than 9 years ago. In this novel, get ready for the rollercoaster of emotions, amazing plot twists, and steamy scenes. 18+ novel that includes abuse, violence, blood, use of drugs, BDSM, and a play room.
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Revenge of The Lycan King's Fated Mate - undefined novels & stories
Holland Cisca
“You thought you could hide from me forever?” he growled, his hand tightening around my neck. “You thought you could walk into my life and end it… just like that?” “Please...” I gasped, struggling to pull his hand away. “I didn’t mean to...” His voice dropped so low like he was going to kill me right here, right now. “Tonight… I’ll make you wish you died that night.” **** After losing her family to the Lycan King’s attack, Ashley Frost swore revenge. Her plan was to enter his palace as a harmless servant, win his trust, and then kill him. But what Ashley didn’t know… was that Kael, the Lycan King, already knew who she was. He remembered the night he bit her, and the mark he left on her neck. And no matter how much he tried, he couldn’t ignore the strange force pulling her toward him. But what neither of them knew… was that fate had already decided. They were mates.
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The Cold Billionaire's Revenge (English) - undefined novels & stories
Queen Amore
Laura Miller Williams problems come all at once. Her boyfriend cheated on her, her father's company was on the verge of bankruptcy, and she risked losing the Miller Estate. Now, she was about to marry a man she only knew by name - Draco Atlas Smith, the owner of the Smith Group of Companies. It was a marriage of convenience; she and Draco would marry to save her family's assets, especially the beloved Miller Estate. And when Laura saw the man she was to marry, her heart almost stopped. Draco Atlas Smith was tall, fair-complexioned, well-built, and gorgeously handsome. The man's sex appeal was simply overflowing. His piercing stare sent chills, a trait that earned him the formidable reputation as the Cold Billionaire. Draco and Laura got married in a simple ceremony. But it wasn't until she became Mrs. Smith that she discovered the real reason he'd married her. It wasn't just about helping her; he'd used her to exact revenge on her father, who had wronged him.
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IN LOVE WITH THE RUTHLESS HOCKEY CAPTAIN - undefined novels & stories
Reina’s ink
What started as a determined quest for revenge spiraled into something twisted and dark when Whitney Sullivan unexpectedly crossed paths with the school's notorious hockey captain, Carlos Martinez. She wanted revenge for what Carl did to her friend, Jayden Logan, so she decided to seek justice herself. She carefully devised the perfect plan and patiently waited weeks to enact it. However, on the night she sneaked into his mansion to wreak havoc on him, she unfortunately got caught — by him. The devil. He cornered her with a sinister smirk and demanded that before he'd let her go, she'd have to fulfill his sick request after ruining his orgy night with her pathetic revenge attempt.
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My Rise From The Ashes After Divorce - undefined novels & stories
Uniquely Yours
My world is spiraling out of control over the horrifying reality that my marriage was a ticking time bomb, and I had no way of defusing it. I can't believe this is happening. I should have left when I realized my husband, Blake Crenshaw, wasn't going to change. I stayed for seven years as his devoted wife, taking care of his father and his twin brother, Jake. I really loved my husband, and I didn't realize he would only get worse. My name is Treasure Delgado; the night I found out my husband had cheated; I had put up with enough. I wasn't going to be his second best. I stood my ground, and I asked for a divorce. You would think that it should end it all between us. But I had no idea how the word 'divorce' would trigger Blake or what was going to happen to me next! Amid a scandalous secret love affair and a volatile breakup, my opportunity emerges to get my revenge and discover love. I wouldn't just play the victim; I was going to win and change the game. Come and witness how I plan to rise from the ashes after my divorce.
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MARKED BY THE ALPHA'S ROYAL BLOOD  - undefined novels & stories
Emelie
Danika’s life takes a drastic turn after the death of her father. Her Step-brother keeps her locked up and drugged. He plans to turn her into a breeding machine. An attempt to escape lands her in the arms of the Alpha king. Alpha Alfanso offers her a deal; be his breeder, no feelings involved,no attachment in exchange for freedom and vengeance. Driven by hatred and the lust for revenge, she agrees. But nothing goes the way it's planned. Alfonso finds himself falling for Danika. Then comes the bond that threatens to destroy the peace Alfonso has sacrificed so much for. Is there a chance for something Special to bloom between them or is there love doomed to end in separation?
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Became My Ex Uncle's Woman - undefined novels & stories
Harobed
Stephan had wanted to use parsley his fiancee to blackmail his uncle into giving him a contract while having affair with her step sister . unfortunately for Stephan his uncle who was known to be ruthless cold and arrogant turned the table on him and made parsley his.
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