Atonement Ian Mcewan

Raphaella Mendel’s life takes a wild turn when she encounters the enigmatic Sebastian Damon during a luxurious resort getaway. In a whirlwind of desire, she surrenders her innocence to him. But as dawn breaks, he disappears and she has to go back to her dull world haunted by her wicked stepmom’s torment. Little does she know that their paths are destined to cross again, this time in an unexpected role: Sebastian becomes her newly appointed bodyguard. Raphaella is faced with a dilemma. Will she fan the flames of the passion they once shared or try to extinguish the memories of their unforgettable encounter? However, amid her emotional turmoil, a shocking reality sets in – she's expecting a child, a consequence of their reckless night of passion. As Raphaella deals with her unplanned pregnancy, Sebastian's concealed identity and lurking adversaries threaten to shatter their dreams of love and family. Can Raphaella maintain her sanity as she tackles the problems she faces and discovers what it means to fall in love with Sebastian Damon or will she lose everything in her quest for the truth? Follow Raphaella on a thrilling journey filled with love, danger, and secrets in Her Guardian Angel.

Ariana has a disfigured face, During five years of marriage, Ariana was only considered a servant by her husband.never received love, affection and recognition from her husband's family. Her ugly face was considered embarrassing to be recognized as the wife of a billionaire.

"You bastard, you rotten bastard. . . I will make you pay for this.”Lucianda threatened in a provoked voice but Prince Hakeem only laughed outrageously as he glinted down at her exposed breasts. "You and who will do that?" He made a mocking sound. "My dear Lucianda, the only reason you escaped from my wrath was because my findings indicated you are a decent woman, but don't try to take advantage, you will pay dearly for it." He warned coldly and Lucianda shivered physically. Laughing devilishly at her fear, Prince Hakeem kept his eyes on her pouty breasts and just when Lucianda felt she would die from the embarrassment and the unwanted passion washing over her body, he gave an insulting snort as he got up from the bed, and before she could do anything, with a blank expression, he covered her body with a wrap. “Try to know your place.” He said before striding out of the room. Only then did Lucianda give way to tears. What was her offence? She was just a disillusioned widow trying to get over all that had happened in her life and here is another cruel soul, trying to create more problems for her. ***** Lucianda Castos, the widow of the late powerful Alex Castos, refused to mourn the death of her husband. All she wanted was to start the process of healing. Prince Hakeem, her husband's equally powerful but ten times deadlier rival, would not permit her to do that. He had another thing planned and Lucianda did not know what that meant for her. She hated her husband and everything that had to do with him. And she would avenge the pain they made her go through. She has only two missions; to protect her son and to hurt those who hurt her.

Sarah Thompson is a fresh college graduate who is ready to enter the business world with full force. With her perfect records and recommendations, she thinks it's going to be an easy ride to getting a high paying white collar job. What will her fate be? what surprises life have for her?

Harper is trapped in unrequited love. Orphaned, she finds refuge with Mr. Cooper and his children, Atlas and Amanda. However, as Harper's affection for Atlas grows, he only sees her as a sister. Mr. Cooper's passing leaves her under Atlas's reluctant care. Now, she must confront the painful reality of longing for what she cannot have. To complicate things, Atlas's girlfriend moves in with him in the same house as Harper—additionally, a mysterious professor of Harper's, whose closeness to Harper might not sit well with Atlas. Will Harper find the strength to let go, or will she cling to a love that may never be returned?

One day her life took a turn for the worse. Carine Gonzales is an innocent and sweet soul who has been through hell in the hands of her family, especially after the death of her father. Her world was flipped upside down the day she sold to a mafia lord by her stepbrother in exchange for his unpaid debt. Gianluca Martelli is a cruel and domineering mafia lord who would do anything to get what he wants. But what happens when the mafia lord gets tangled with the stubborn yet innocent and sweet Carine?

On the day of our engagement, as we were driving to the banquet hall, a man holding a few-month-old baby stepped in front of our car. My first thought was that it was some kind of scam. I was about to get out and deal with him when I saw the panic on his face. "Cassidy," he said desperately, "our baby won't stop crying. Do you think something's wrong?" The moment she heard that, my fiancée shoved me out of the car. She took off with them without a single glance back. I just stood there in shock. So this was the truth. She'd been hiding a child with her ex all along. Alone, I went to the banquet hall to handle what remained of our celebration. Later, she called. "I feel terrible about this," she said. "I thought if I gave him the baby and gave you the marriage, it would balance things out. But when Stanley showed up today, I realized—he's the only one I want." I was done with her games. If that's how she felt, I'd walk away. So I made a simple phone call. "Grandma, I'm coming home. I'm ready to run the family business now."

As Jason and I try to stay one step ahead of the Marching Tides and their nefarious associates, we draw ever closer to the shocking truth of who the mastermind behind the Marching Tides really is. Something tells me I’ll regret learning the answers at the end of my journey.©️ Crystal Lake Publishing

He is a man who does not speak much, always puts on a straight face to hide his emotions, and is a little arrogant; he keeps secrets that many people are unaware of. She is a gorgeous and elegant lady who enjoys being direct in all situations, but she is also considerate and willing to intervene. .... Which he takes for granted!!

To Quinn, getting bullied, passing out and having a few broken bones is just her own way of growing, and with time, she would become strong, strong enough to fulfil her dreams and find her happiness. But until then, she has to suffer the daily bully of Olivia their Pack's alpha's daughter who doesn't think she deserve anything. And not especially the ruthless alpha she is to be mated with. Despite Sebastian's curse of never finding his true mate, he can't help the strong pull and attraction he feels on the first day he meets Quinn. First, he is mistaking her for the person his mother brought for him, and the next minute, he is throwing his life away to save hers. How will their story develop from here, when all Quinn has is her healing powers and genius knowledge on war strategies? Just what Sebastian needs to keep her by his side and even though they both have to fight against betrayal and rivalry, their love and growing affection keeps them together especially when they discover that Quinn is pregnant with his child