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In her past life, Aria Vale loved the wrong people. Her stepsister framed her. Her fiancé betrayed her. And on the cold metal of an operating table, Aria died— watching the man who truly loved her take his last breath trying to save her. But fate gives her a second chance. Reborn seven years earlier, Aria returns sharper, colder, and armed with the one thing she never had before— clarity. This time, she refuses to be the Vale family’s sacrificial pawn. To escape their control, she boldly replaces another girl and marries the man everyone in Meridian City mocks: Damian Cross—the “disabled,” unwanted heir. Rumour says he’s powerless. Rumour says he’s cold and useless. Rumour says his own family discarded him. Rumour is wrong. Behind the wheelchair is a man whose power shakes cities— a man hiding his true identity, calculating his rise, and waiting for the right moment to strike. And to everyone’s shock, he chooses to protect Aria. To cherish her. To claim her. As Aria unleashes her hidden brilliance— her beauty, her medical genius, her cold confidence— the people who once mocked her find themselves kneeling at her feet. The scum who destroyed her? This time, she destroys them first. But as her enemies fall one by one, Aria discovers the most dangerous truth of all: Her “disabled” husband isn’t disabled at all… and the gentle man who pampers her by day turns into a possessive wolf by night. This lifetime, Aria rises from ashes to glory. This lifetime, Damian stands by her side as king. And anyone who tries to tear them apart— will learn the meaning of regret.

Extract "I don't believe you. You're just trying to trap me into taking care of someone else's kid," he sneered. My heart shattered into a million pieces. How could he think that of me? How could he be so cruel? "Please, Apollo. I love you. I would never do anything to hurt you or our child." But his words were like a sharp knife, piercing through my heart. "Love? You don't know the meaning of the word. You're nothing but a lying, cheating whore." “I, Alpha Apollo Philips Giavonni reject you, Zelda Annabel MacDonald as my mate,” My wolf howled in pain as I felt the rejection. The pain was too much to bear, and I passed out on the hospital bed, unable to withstand the agony. A young omega named Zelda conceived after a steamy one-night stand with alpha Apollo. But when Apollo refuses to believe the child is his, Zelda is forced to flee for her life from his relentless pursuit. Desperate for safety and security, Zelda seeks refuge with another alpha, Ryder. As she navigates the dangerous world of werewolves, Zelda must fight for the survival of herself and her unborn child, facing abusive alphas, pack wars, and betrayal at every turn. But as her pregnancy progresses, Zelda finds herself drawn to Apollo, the heartless alpha who still believes the child isn't his. Can she keep her baby safe in a world of danger and find love with Apollo? Or will she be forced to choose between her own life and that of her child? Join Zelda on her thrilling journey as she fights for love, family, and her own survival.

"I don't want to marry him!" I shouted. She slapped me across the face, sharply and mercilessly. "I didn't raise you to be ungrateful. Do I need to remind you why this is necessary?" ___ His father destroyed her family, leaving her homeless and hollow. Consumed by vengeance, she vowed to make him suffer, to see his world crumble just as hers had. But as she got closer, everything began to change. Her resolve wavered, her heart softened. Yet, revenge remained her only path. ___ Dive into the story of a woman driven by revenge and the powerful Don who could be her salvation—or her downfall. Read the gripping tale of shattered lives, burning desire, and a love that battles against the darkest of motives.

"Please reject me as your mate and let me go, Alpha Max! I know you have a lover, Lady Jessica, and live a happy life with her. Please just let me go.” I closed my eyes and begged hoping he'd at least listen but instead, I heard a little thud a few inches away from my face and I opened my eyes to see a file. "Wh- What is this, Alpha?" I stammered my voice barely above a whisper. "Open it!” he cold voice scared me and I took the file lying inches away from me. As I brought it closer and read it, the letters written on the first page sent shivers down my spine. "Contract Marriage? Wh...What is this?"

He inched closer to where I stood, his eyes ablaze with something entrancing. His breath warmed the edge of my ear as he growled possessively," You're mine, Maddy. Every limb of your body, every smile on your face, every bleeding scar in you; Mine," *** Hunter wanted nothing but to lay low, survive for another day and then take rides on his Harley every now and then. All it took was the wounded Luna of White Moon pack and before he knew it, he was running across the country, trying to save both their lives. But how far can you run when an Alpha as unforgiving as Rowan, is after you for allegedly stealing his mate who he rejected?

This is a story very different from the typical werewolf stories! This story features the male lead to be an Omega who falls in love with an Alpha female. We follow the story of Jaycob, an Omega who works as grounds keeper for the pack when he is not going to school. He is desperately in love with Tara, the only daughter to the Alpha and Luna of their pack. Tara is not your typical girl though. She is rebellious and carefree! Friends since childhood, Jaycob has always been head over heels for Tara, who seems to never have noticed him more than a friend. Things will begin to spiral out of control as the teens get closer to adulthood and finding their mates. Can Jaycob get the girl or will Tara burn their friendship and continue with her untamed ways.

“I want to ruin you. It has always been my dream. But the more I desire your ruin… the more I crave you.” Ava Duval, heiress to one of the most feared organizations, was never meant to be prey. But one brutal attack shatters her world—and leaves her with no choice but to seek protection. Ethan is chosen instantly. Quiet. Deadly. Unreadable. The perfect weapon. To the world, Ava is untouchable— the nation’s most valuable asset. To Ethan, she’s a mission. A means to an end. A weakness waiting to be exploited. But the closer he gets, the more the lines begin to blur. What starts as a calculated game of control spirals into obsession— dangerous, consuming, and impossible to escape. Because in a world built on power and betrayal, desire is the deadliest mistake of all.

"Damn, girl," Kade mutters. "You really do have the sauce." He steps closer, his hand finding its way to my waist. "Can’t wait to get a taste of you," he whispers. ~ I’m Zara Draven and I’m my father’s worst mistake. I have always being the unwanted one. My sisters remind me every day that I’m worth less than the dust underneath their shoes, and everyone in the Crimson Wolf pack calls me cursed. When the moon goddess surprises me with a second chance, I’m reborn two years in the past to the night of my 18th birthday. Now I have four mates, and I’m ready to make hell all let loose…..

The 14-year-old girl has undergone rebirth. The previous owner of the body has died in her sleep. However, the best-selling author, Dawn Salcedo, has taken over after she had died from liver cirrhosis. The naive and ignorant girl who has put her energy into getting closer to her crushes has been replaced. Now, the wise, eloquent, and talented girl could finally make her real debut in High School, saving her friendships, making wiser decisions, proving those who looked down on her to be wrong, using her experiences to overcome obstacles and achieve greater success, and finding her love while still pining for the man she took her vows with.

When the Alpha King meets Rory, his Luna, he is immediately drawn to her but struggles to accept his bond with her. As they grow closer, they must navigate the treacherous waters of werewolf politics and fend off attacks from their enemies. The rogue Alpha and the sorceress pose a serious threat to their reign, and the Alpha King must use all his strength and cunning to defeat them. Meanwhile, Rory must come to terms with her new role as the Luna and the sacrifices she must make for her people. As the final battle approaches, the Alpha King and Rory must put aside their differences and work together to ensure their victory. In the end, their love and bond are stronger than ever, and they look forward to a new chapter in their reign as the Alpha King and his Luna.