Art Imitating Life

Asher Faith Villonio is a woman who had to go through with any jobs just to earn for her family and for her to reach her dreams, even if these jobs mean to lose her dignity. She has no time for a relationship and love... but everything changed when Jake Valenzuela, a Mafia heir, came into her life. Binili ni Jake Valenzuela si Asher Villonio para maging kanyang personal escort sa loob ng isang buwan. Sa loob ng ilang araw na sila ay magkasama at sa ilang pagtatalik na kanilang pinagsaluhan, ang kanilang puso'y nagtagpo sa isang pagmamahalang hindi inaasahan. Sumugal si Ash kahit na alam niyang maaari siyang masaktan, at tama nga siya. Jake has made a mistake that broke Ash's heart. Will she forgive Jake for what he has done and welcome him on her life again? Or won't she let the man that has touched her heart once touch it again?

Ryan Dixit seems to have what one could wish for, a caring mother, top business, a big mansion and a lavish lifestyle along with a caring friend. Despite having all these he could still feel the void in his heart. Being a genophobe he feared to be in a relationship that could lead him to expose himself and let any woman witness his vulnerability until the day his eyes fell on the dancing and humming happy soul of Jenny in rain. Jennifer Oberoi, the adopted daughter of Vyom Oberoi. Jenny’s life seemed more peaceful and sorted than Ryan’s. Working as vice president in her dad’s company Jenny was strong, independent and full of life and love. She was still exploring her life with her two best buddies- Maya and Sam, one of them is still confused about their sexuality though. Jenny is a girl full of love and positivity, yet she didn’t think about a serious relationship after her first break up. But the moment, Rayn Dixit walks into her office. She is smitten. Unexpected circumstances led them into a hurried marriage, and the unexpected marriage brought Ryan’s truth out for the eyes of Jenny. After knowing everything about him, Jenny did something that Ryan never expected from her. Will being with Jenny dispel the horrors of his childhood that haunts Ryan every night ? Or will his childhood trapped in his bedroom, his inner demon of darkness and the self loathing that fills his soul drive Jenny away and destroy the fragile hope and love she offers him ? *** Welcome to the dark romance book.

Vivienne Hart has always lived by her father’s rules. As the daughter of one of the most powerful businessmen in the city, her life was planned down to the man she was supposed to marry. But when she finally stands up for herself and ends the engagement meant to strengthen her father’s empire, everything spirals out of control. A heated argument sends her storming out of his office and straight into chaos literally as she crashes into a rugged biker with a reputation for danger. Zayden Black doesn’t appreciate being disrespected, especially not by a spoiled heiress who thinks money solves everything. But fate has a strange sense of humor, and their paths keep crossing in ways neither of them expects. What begins as hatred quickly turns into something deeper and totally forbidden. Vivienne’s father would do anything to keep them apart, even if it means destroying Zayden’s life. But Vivienne has had enough of being controlled and this time, she’s fighting for herself and for the man who risked everything to save her.

The past never stays buried forever... The past caught up with Harper Carrington in the cruelest way. After tragedy summoned her home to Virginia's Blue Ridge mountains, she was confronted with another twist of the knife – Wyck, her first love who abandoned her fifteen years before and disappeared off the map. Wyck Ward never planned to see Harper again after her powerful father exiled him from Carrington Ridge. Consumed by the desire for revenge, Wyck spent over a decade systematically destroying the man's corrupt legacy. But with his enemy suddenly dead, Wyck realizes his all-consuming vendetta could cost him what his fractured soul needs - Harper. Join Harper and Wyck as they discover if some hearts are too damaged to ever mend or if even the coldest embers can flare back to life when two fractured souls find the pieces they’ve been missing. If you enjoy small town, second chance romances with complex characters, all the feels, a side of steam, and lots of twisty mountain roads, you'll love this first book in the new Carrington Ridge series.

Dion Reignlyn always desires to be an artist, but her parents wouldn't support her in this journey. And now that she doesn't have their money to support her studies, she'll need to work for it. Habang nag-tatrabaho ay mayroon siyang nakilalang lalaki, si Aikennery Lazarcon, gusto siya nito para sa isang trabaho.. ang maging yaya ng mga anak nito. As she accepted the job, she also grew fond of his smiles and oblivious sweet acts that little by little.. it slowly opens a way to get into her heart. But what about his heart? Can she even get inside it?

“Why are you in daze again?” Hillary asked Kath when she caught her staring at the passenger for too long. Kath quickly switched her look elsewhere, like she hadn't done what her buddy had said. "I'm not! I'm not!" she lied, but her companion noticed her holding the square cufflink with a jade stone in it. Katherine Del Valle has been hunting for the owner of the cufflink for 10 years, but while she is looking, she meets a domineering passenger on the plane and tries to entice her. What would happen if she fell in love with him? Can he help her find the owner of the cufflink, or will he be the one to derail her plan?

When billionaire heir Sam Hartman crosses paths with fiery and headstrong Rose Westwood, their worlds collide in ways neither expected. Rose is determined to escape her mother Diana’s suffocating control, while Sam hides behind charm and secrecy to win her trust. But between family grudges, Diana’s ambition, and rivals who would stop at nothing, love becomes the most dangerous game of all. In a world where power and pride rule, how long can Sam and Rose protect the fragile heart they’re risking everything in a world where trust is fragile and love is the biggest gamble and how long can he keep the heart he hides??

Somehow I got stuck in this situation. Somewhere in the middle of nowhere with people I've only known for a week. Then the business with 2 men who don't know where to start, suddenly is this close to me. Ivan is a good man, but I never knew that he would use any means to approach me, even though he clearly knew that I had a boyfriend. Then, Arthur, I'm sure I will never be able to understand him, even though we are as close as a pulse but it feels like there is a thick wall that protects Arthur from my attempts to hold him deeper. Ivan and Arthur got involved in a misunderstanding and a cold war just because of one Issa, which is me. Then I also do not know how to deal with my boyfriend after I was involved in an affair with these two men. I have to tolerate Ivan and also have to give up Arthur. Then it was with a heavy heart that I had to accept that Arthur and Ivan's friendship had to end, just like the duration of the program we were running which was one month, their friendship only lasted one month.

This book is fast pace. It is set in the modern era of New York city. The youngest female billionaire CEO, Alina Sterling is about to be removed from her position if she doesn't get married or engaged. She meets a bar attendant, Jesse Kane, who is still picking up the pieces in his life and signs a contract marriage with him. As two different worlds collide, love comes in a whole new different way.

"First time?" he asks, lowering his hand to my abdomen, his body tensing. I bite my lip, seeing his eyes flash with something dark. He pushes deeper inside me, and I wince. Pain shoots through me, but pleasure quickly follows, numbing me to the world. The sparks and tingles distract me from the discomfort. "So tight," he murmurs as he pulls out. "Please," I moan recklessly, knowing I should stop him but It feels so good. "Eager to feel my c**k," he growls as he thrusts back inside me, his voice makes me forget the pain. But I lose myself, existing only for the man inside me. As the thrusts cease, his ragged breaths send shivers down my spine. I press my forehead into the pillow, disoriented. "Mine..." He growls. Then Asher takes a deep breath, and he says the words that shatter my heart. "I, Asher Knight, Alpha of the Redwood Pack, hereby reject you, Alethea Weaver of BloodMoon pack as my mate." *** Alethea hasn't fully awakened her wolf. Her life takes a darker turn when her father forces her to be a breeder to Xavier, the Beta of the Bluemoon Pack. But when Xavier's jealous girlfriend threatens her life, Alethea has no choice but to run. Alethea is attacked but saved by a shadowy figure-Alpha Asher, knowing she is his fated mate. With her wolf still dormant, Alethea is unaware of the deep connection between them. Asher, torn between duty ends things. A brutal accident leaves Alethea with no memory of her past-and no idea that she's carrying Asher's child. As she rebuilds her life, hidden truths, and long-buried secrets begin to resurface. Will she uncover why Asher pushed her away? And as rival packs close in, will she discover her power before it's too late?