Contemporary Period Literature In The Philippines

Caroline Shenton had been the unwavering presence by Evan Jordan's side for the longest time. In the sprawling city of Angelbay, she was believed to be the treasured queen of the enigmatic third scion of the Jordan family, an untouchable and sacred beauty. Yet, deep down, Caroline knew she was merely a substitute, a stand-in for his one true love.On the day he finally found his true love, Evan callously discarded Carolynn like a worn-out shoe. Feeling disheartened and disillusioned, her spirit grew cold, and with her unborn child, she chose to forge a new path far away.Little did she know, Evan descended into madness, oblivious to the fact that the one he had spent a decade searching for, his true love, had been right by his side all along...

I was raised with the criminal underground’s most notorious crew turned government-sanctioned mercenaries in Texas and Colorado, known as the Death Kings. My uncle is one of them known as the Gator King. Now I walk in his footsteps, leading a crew of my own with his backing. To my family, my nickname is Seraphim, but in my kingdom, I’m the Viper King. Now the boys who left me, who swore they would stay by my side to protect me, are back in town. They are attempting to become like C.H.A.O.S. who run Palomino Bay, Texas. That will not happen because Grêle, Louisiana, is my stronghold. The person they need to protect is themselves because it isn’t me. …They don’t know my secret, but I know theirs…

For years, Sophia Lark has been married to Lucas Anderson but their marriage is a sham. On the outside, they appear like a perfect couple but behind closed doors, their union is a prison to her. Suffocated by Lucas’s cruelty and indifference, Sophia had spent years fading into the background and enduring his coldness.Everything changes when Lucas’s company is taken over by a new CEO—Julian Gray who is known for his ruthless business mind. Julian and Sophia cross paths during a charity gala. Unlike her husband, his gaze lingers, seeing through the mask she’s forced to wear. She can’t deny the sizzling attraction between them.With his quiet confidence, Julian challenges Lucas for Sophia’s affection. He offers her a glimpse of something she thought was lost—desire, freedom, and a chance to be seen. But stepping into Julian’s world of wealth and influence comes with risks. He’s got secrets of his own and a toxic supermodel ex who is hellbent on winning him back.Then there’s Lucas too, who refuses to let her go without a fight. Sophia finds herself trapped between two powerful men. She must decide if she’s willing to risk everything for a chance at escape—or if she’s only trading one cage for another.

Shah Zain was holding her with one hand while opening his shirt button with the other hand. Meanwhile, he didn't let Minal separate from him for a moment. "Shah Zain please, it's not right time, it's too early." She was trying hard to control her unsteady condition, but who was listening to her? "Nothing is early Minal.... and today you can't stop me..... because today you himself come close to me." He picks her up in his arms and lays her on the bed. He bends on Minal while saying that. Feeling his lips on her neck, Minal feels like losing herself. "Shah Zain please....." For the last time, she tried to free herself from his hold. But Shah Zain again stops her from uttering anything. He just wants to feel Minal's closeness with himself. He wants to say how much he loves her.

WARNING: MATURE CONTENT Nora has been used, dumped with scars to show it. Her life has been revolving around her little baby girl until Greg came into the picture. His eyes, his smile, those dimples are all Nora can see. But she is determined not to be a fool again. Will her strength be able to save her from Greg's love and unceasing charm.

In the heart of New York City, the NYPD never sleeps—and neither do its secrets. Detective Jocelynn Sanchez is all sharp edges and silence. Closed off, cold, and constantly on guard, she’s built walls few have dared to climb. Her time at the academy left her scarred, thanks to a group of recruits who made it their mission to break her spirit. Now, years later, she’s forced to join a new unit—led by none other than Andrei Smirnov, friends with the men who put her through hell. Andrei has always wanted to work with Jocelynn, though she has no idea. Unlike his friends, he saw her strength back then—and admired it. Her arrival on his team feels like fate. But earning her trust proves harder than expected. She barely speaks, avoids everyone except her one friend, and seems to carry a past she’ll never share. Still, Andrei is patient. An open book with a big family and an even bigger heart, he slowly begins to break through Jocelynn's defenses. And in doing so, he discovers the truth: she’s not cold—she’s protecting herself. Jocelynn sees that Andrei isn’t like the men who hurt her. He’s kind, steady, and genuinely wants to understand her. But there are secrets she won’t risk exposing—not even to him. Like the fact that her godfather is their precinct captain, or the real reason she cut ties with her family. As cases grow more dangerous and their bond deepens, Jocelynn must decide if she can finally let someone in. Shadows in Blue is a slow-burn detective romance about trauma and trust, told from both perspectives.

Elizabeth, a resilient maid haunted by abuse, is thrust into the lavish world of a mesmerizing billionaire named Dominic Bradford. Now having his eyes set on her, he wants to make her his... and not only as his maid. Tristan, the enigmatic first cousin of Dominic Bradford, finds himself captivated by the maid's presence. Drawn to her strength and allure, he becomes consumed by a forbidden longing for just one night. Will their shared secrets unite them or tear them apart in a world where privilege meets sacrifice?

Maria is just another girl who is now out of college and searching for a job. She is a people's pleaser and knowing her past very little, she believes what others tell her blindly. However, knowing her family she has to sacrifice some things in life. But is that sacrifice worth it? When the cold-hearted billionaire and a Mafia boss married Maria who is unknown to his world from the start, takes care of him, he finds himself being cared for. He never behaves as if he is a mob boss when she is around, never showing his emotions to others but in front of her, he was all hers. Alessandro having a dark past makes Maria curious about what he does. Will she find out or be oblivious to it?

To save her mother's life, Annika agreed to marry her boss, Caspian Timothy Ferrer, in exchange of a huge amount to finance her mother's operation. They signed a contract, and one rule was made, “No strings attached". What happens when they start breaking the rule they made to make way for the unfamiliar feelings arising in them? Will Annika finally have her happy ever after, or will she stay as his wife in Contract?

Jade Buenaventura is the one of the simple young and intelligent and determined women, among which she is also given a pleasant nice. So it is not surprising to be the united one heir of the traveling Hacienda in their place Mr. Albert Montero secretly loved him, even though it came from a failed relationship. Ngunit hindi naging madali ang kanilang pagkikita dahil sa mapanghusga at aruganteng asal ng binatang si Albert Montero na ipinakita sa dalagang si Jade. At Walang kaalam alam ang dalaga na sa kabila ng masamang paguugaling ipinakikita nito sa kanya, ay gusto at natutunan na pala siya nitong mahalin. Ngunit sa huli ay mabubunyag parin ang ginagawa nitong kasalanan sa kanya na ang buong pagaakala niya ay iniligtas siya nito sa kapahamakan, ngunit sinamantala pa pala nito ang pagkakataong iyon upang gawan siya ng Hindi maganda. Kaya alamin natin hanggang huli, kung paanu ipagtatapat ng lalaki ang kanyang nararamdaman sa babaeng kanyang minamahal at kung tatanggapin ba ng dalaga ang pagmamahal na iyon sa kabila ng paglilihim nito sa kanya.