Beauty And Then

"Miss Rogers, we don't really have to maintain an intimate relationship when we're alone" Michael's voice echoed. ............ "Miss Rogers, some rules no longer apply," he continued, his voice now confident and commanding. "My cousins are suspicious of our marriage. Until they leave, we'll share a room and appear together at all time. In that way, you'll save your mother and I'll claim my inheritance" Synopsis Sweet and independent Freya Rogers, haunted by a painful past, is forced to marry mysterious and cold billionaire Michael Smith to save her ailing mother. Their six month arrangement is built on deception, but as they navigate their fake marriage, Freya uncovers the dark secret of Michael's family. Spies infiltrates their home to deem Michael ineligible for the inheritance, fueling the flames of tension. As they grow closer, despite their hatred for each other, the truth about Michael's past begins to unravel. His cruel stepbrother, Ambrose, is revealed to be Freya's ex-lover and the father of her child, whom she was forced to abandon three years ago. Freya's desire for revenge ignites, while Michael's own demons and shocking betrayal by his first love, Emma leave him reeling. As the web of deceit tightens, secrets are exposed and alliances are tested. Their world is turned upside down as Michael discover Freya and Ambrose's relationship. Will their feelings for each other be able to overcome the darkness of their past? Or will the secrets and lies tear them apart? The war between brothers became fierce and bloodshed as the court was forced to step in. With damning evidence from both sides, weighing the beam of justice. But just as the verdict was about to be delivered, a shocking revelation shook the courtroom to its core; Will Ambrose's darkest secret be exposed, or will justice prevail?

Lena built The Crib as neutral ground : a sanctuary where vampires don’t hunt, witches don’t curse, and even Alphas respect her authority. No chaos. No war. No attachments. Until a cursed Alpha collapses at her door. Darion carries betrayal in his past, danger in his blood, and a bond with Lena that should never exist. Protecting him means exposing the secret power she’s hidden for years — a power strong enough to start a war. Now enemies are closing in, the sanctuary is no longer safe, and Lena must choose: Protect the Alpha fate tied to her… Or protect the secret that could destroy them both. Because some mates aren’t meant to find each other. And some sanctuaries were never meant to fall.

She kissed the wrong man and became his wife. Leslie Webster has always been the family’s dirty little secret; an illegitimate daughter forced to live in the shadows while her half-sister basks in the spotlight. Her only solace is her long-term boyfriend... until she catches him in her sister’s arms. Heartbroken and humiliated at a glittering banquet, Leslie kisses the first man who walks in just to prove she still has a shred of dignity left. But the man she kisses isn’t just anyone. He’s Saint Baxter, the cold, untouchable billionaire who never lets a woman near him. And days later, he sues her for harassment. A story of revenge, redemption, and forbidden desire. When an unwanted kiss becomes the spark that burns down two empires, only love can rise from the ashes.

“My name is Eloise Perkins and I think you’re my father” Eloise’s arrival In Tristan and Alex’s lives sets off a chain of blood and betrayal. Kidnappers storm their abode, bullets shred the air, and Tristan must fight to save his daughter—and the man he loves. In a world where one mistake can mean death, loyalty, love, and rage collide.

When the House Fell Silent is a gripping and emotional family saga that delves into the lives of five siblings — Abby, Aubrey, Tshepo, Mathapelo, and the youngest, Gail — after the sudden death of their father. The novel explores the struggles of grief, the challenges of responsibility, the shadows of abuse, and the weight of family expectations. As the siblings navigate the complexities of marriage, work, and personal trauma, their mother emerges as a steadfast pillar, guiding them through turmoil while facing her own battles as an unemployed matriarch. With in-laws disputing the will and old family wounds resurfacing, the narrative captures the resilience, heartbreak, and courage required to survive. Told with intensity and sensitivity, this novel is a tale of love, loss, and the enduring strength of family bonds. Through trials and triumphs, When the House Fell Silent is ultimately a story of hope, healing, and the voices that must rise to reclaim a family’s future.

A dare by her new college friends to grind a stranger at the club ended with Imani having a one-night stand with the stranger. It's the most memorable night of her life, an unbridled night of passion when she unlocked a side of herself that she didn't know existed. It's a night she'd never forget with a stranger she'd never see again, or so she thought. Until she gets to her first class in school and her new professor is the man whose cock she bounced on the previous night. But it doesn't end there, and fate keeps playing her when the same professor shows up at her house as her stepfather’s brother. And now, she's not only going to deal with him as her professor but also as her step-uncle under the same roof.  It should be simple. She just has to pretend that the night in his car never happened, but Stephan doesn't play pretend, and he wants a repeat of that night for as long as possible. 

Elena Cole lives a quiet life, working hard to survive and care for her sick grandmother. After a chance encounter with Adrian Voss, a powerful CEO, one night changes everything. Weeks later, she discovers she is pregnant. Shocked and afraid, she decides to keep it a secret, convinced that a man like Adrian would never accept her or the child. Fate brings them together again when Elena unknowingly begins working within Adrian’s corporate world. Adrian is drawn to her, sensing something familiar, but her guarded behavior frustrates him. Meanwhile, his family pressures him into an arranged relationship with Sophia Laurent to secure business alliances. As Elena struggles with her pregnancy, small clues begin to surface. Her grandmother hints at a hidden past tied to wealth and legacy. At the same time, Adrian faces internal threats from his own brother and board members who question his leadership. The tension escalates when Elena’s pregnancy nearly gets exposed during a workplace incident. Adrian becomes suspicious and starts investigating her. Their relationship becomes a mix of emotional tension, attraction, and mistrust. The turning point comes when Elena’s identity is partially revealed: she is connected to a powerful lineage that ties directly into the Voss empire. Her child is not just Adrian’s—it represents the future control of everything. When the truth finally explodes, Adrian feels betrayed by her silence, while Elena feels cornered and powerless. Family conflicts intensify, leading to corporate battles, emotional confrontations, and dangerous schemes to remove Elena from the picture. In the final arc, Adrian must choose between power and love. Elena must decide whether to trust him or walk away forever. Through trials, betrayal, and growth, they come together to protect their child and rebuild trust, securing both their family and the empire.

“Just...I have one question before this,” I pretend to not see his hurtful look, keeping my eyes on his chest, “...Please.” Would it change anything if I’m pregnant? I want to ask, I don’t know how. Taking a deep breath, I look up, just to catch him rolling his eyes with a sigh: “I don’t have time for your games, Scar.” Home? I laugh bitterly. We don’t have a home anymore, Sebastian. I built one for us, and you broke it.

🏺 بين مبضع الجراح وعقد الدم تبدأ الحكاية حين تنطفئ أضواء غرفة العمليات في القرن الواحد والعشرين على وجه الدكتورة كاميليا، لتستيقظ تحت سقفٍ منقوش برموز لا تنتمي لزمنها. لم تسافر كاميليا عبر المكان، بل عبر "القدر"، لتجد نفسها في قلب "طيبة" في زمنٍ عجائبي؛ حيث تُحكم القصور ببروتوكولات فيكتورية صارمة، وتُقدس المعابد آلهةً صامتة، ويُعامل العلم كجريمة تستحق الموت. ⚔️ ثنائية النور والفولاذ كاميليا ليست وحدها؛ فلديها مراد. هو ليس مجرد أخ، بل هو "السياج" الذي يمنع خناجر الغدر من الوصول لظهرها. مراد الذي يمثل قوة السيف واليقين، وكاميليا التي تمثل نفاذ البصيرة والمشرط. معاً، يشكلان "جبهة التوحيد" السرية في قصرٍ محاط بالأفاعي. 📜 الحب في زمن الانقلاب وسط دماء الجروح التي تداويها، وكلمات القرآن التي تهمس بها سراً، يشتعل قلب الأمير أمنحوتب. هو لا يحب ابنة الوزير الهواري، بل يحب "السر" الكامن داخلها. تبدأ معركة الأمير الكبرى ليس ضد أعدائه في الخارج، بل ضد الأصنام التي في داخله، ليقرر في النهاية أن يلقي بتاجه خلف ظهره ويتبع "ياقوتته السوداء" نحو نورٍ لم يعرفه أجداده. 🥀 صراع البقاء بينما تبني كاميليا "بيوت الحكمة" وتداوي الفقراء، تحيك نازلي وصوفيا شباكاً من السحر والسم والمجاعة. الرواية ليست مجرد قصة حب البداية (الصدمة والتأمل): كاميليا، الطبيبة المسلمة، تجد نفسها في قصر مليء بالتماثيل والكهنة. ستبدأ بممارسة شعائرها سراً (الصلاة، الذكر). سيراقبها أمنحوتب ومراد بدهشة؛ فهذه "الحركات" في صلاتها والسكينة التي تظهر عليها ليست سحراً فرعونياً، بل شيئاً أسمى. العلم كبوابة للإيمان: عندما يبدأ أمنحوتب بسؤالها: "كيف تعالجين الجروح بهذه الدقة؟"، ستجيبه كاميليا: "هناك خالق واحد صوّر هذا الجسد في أحسن تقويم، وما أنا إلا أداة وضع فيها علماً لخدمة خلقه". سيبدأ أمنحوتب، الرجل العقلاني، بالتشكيك في أصنام الكهنة أمام منطق كاميليا الطبي والإيماني. مشهد المواجهة (كاميليا وأمنحوتب): في ليلة مقمرة أمام النيل، سيسألها أمنحوتب: "بمن تستغيثين في خلوتك يا كاميليا؟".

Nona A 17-year-old girl moves from London to America with her mother. Nona has to leave her town, boyfriend, and friends behind and move into the mansion of her mother's new rich husband. There she meets Nick, her new stepbrother. They secretly fall in love madly, and an attraction brews despite their efforts. Unaware, her estranged father tracks her down after release from prison Despite their parents' efforts to separate them, Nona and Nick's love seems unbreakable. However, work and college open their lives to new relationships.