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Arla-Rosa gave her heart to the wrong man and paid the ultimate price, her life, and the lives of her unborn children. Betrayed by her family, ruined by love, discarded like trash, she was left to die in the cold, her trust shattered and her spirit broken. But death was not her end. It was her rebirth. Waking six months before the night of her greatest betrayal, Arla is no longer the naive, trusting girl they destroyed. This time, she sees the daggers hidden behind smiles, the poison laced in sweet words. This time, she has no intention of forgiving. No plans to surrender. No mercy to spare. Armed with the knowledge of what’s to come and a heart forged in fire, Arla-Rosa is ready to play their games... only now, she is writing the rules. And when the final reckoning comes, they will learn one brutal truth: The phoenix does not forgive. It burns.

Cynthia, a billionaire lawyer renowned for her unyielding advocacy for women's rights, has spent her career fearlessly battling injustice in the courtroom. Her impressive track record of victories has earned her a reputation as a force to be reckoned with, and her name is synonymous with courage and determination. But when her own marriage implodes, Cynthia finds herself in the uncharted territory of being a defendant. The very laws she has spent her career defending seem to be working against her, and she is forced to navigate the treacherous waters of her own divorce. As she struggles to protect her rights and her reputation, Cynthia begins to question everything she thought she knew about the justice system. Is it truly impartial, or are there hidden biases and agendas at play? Can she trust her own lawyers, or are they just looking out for their own interests? As the stakes grow higher and the battle for her rights becomes increasingly intense, Cynthia is forced to confront the darkest corners of her own psyche. What secrets has she been keeping from herself, and from those around her? What lies has she been telling, and what truths has she been avoiding? Can Cynthia emerge from this crucible with her rights intact, or will she become the latest casualty of a system that seems designed to destroy her? Will she be able to reclaim her reputation, or will she be forever tarnished by the very laws she once fought to uphold? The outcome is far from certain, as Cynthia embarks on a perilous journey of self-discovery and redemption. Will she find the strength to overcome the obstacles in her path, or will she succumb to the crushing weight of her own doubts and fears? Only time will tell.

“Marry me and I promise to bring the entire nation to its kneels for you”. “But my father promised me the whole world if I agree to become his heir” she pouted. Logan frowned “Then marry me, for I will help you fight your enemies” Milana thought for a moment “Okay, let’s get married” After she was told that she was a product of one night stand and was cast aside by her mother. Milana had to struggle to survive on her own. Then everything changed when a billionaire became head over heels in love with her and not only that she found out she was the illegitimate child of a billionaire. When she thought her life would be less difficult, she was faced with a lot of enemies who wanted nothing but to see her dead. How will she overcome the enemies from her father’s side who didn’t want her to be his heiress? and how will she overcome the enemies on her husband's side who did not want her to continue being his wife? Read to find out.

Raised by a ruthless mercenary, Rebel became one of the deadliest assassins alive. Trained to kill, she knows only bloodshed—until a mission in Cali leads her to Daniel, an infuriating billionaire who makes her dream of something more. But love has a price. Betrayed by the organization that shaped her, Rebel uncovers a shocking truth: Her parents are alive and were victims of the organization and her disappearance was a warning to her Aristocratic father. Now, with Daniel and her mentor by her side, she’s turning the tables. The assassin becomes the avenger, and the hunter becomes the hunted. Only his love for her is powerful enough to bring her back from darkness.

Skyla thought she had it all, a devoted boyfriend, a lifelong best friend, and a future she had carefully planned. But one heartbreaking revelation shatters her perfect world. Plunging her into a sea of misery. The two people she thought world of betrays, leaving her to drown in a series of heartbreaks and unanswered questions. Heartbroken and desperate for an escape, she stumbles into a dimly lit bar, drowning her pain in alcohol. The night takes an unexpected turn when dark memories from her past resurfaces, bearing gifts in hand, and prices she has to pay. As secrets unravel and old wounds resurface, Skyla is forced to confront a past she thought she had buried. But when love, betrayal, and forgotten passions collide. Will Skyla rise from the ashes or lose herself in the storm once more?

Aurore, jeune femme lumineuse et pleine de gratitude pour la vie simple qu’elle mène dans sa petite maison de campagne avec ses parents, voit son univers bouleversé lorsqu’elle décide de quitter ce havre de paix pour poursuivre ses études universitaires à plusieurs centaines de kilomètres de chez elle. Bien que l’idée de s’éloigner de sa famille lui serre le cœur, elle est déterminée à réaliser son rêve d’indépendance et d’épanouissement personnel. À la fac, Aurore, bien que simple et modeste, se distingue par sa personnalité rayonnante et son regard authentique sur la vie. Un jour, lors d’une rencontre fortuite à un événement étudiant, elle croise le regard de Damien, un PDG fortuné de 30 ans, mystérieusement charismatique et bien plus âgé qu’elle. Intriguée par sa sérénité et son ambition, elle découvre peu à peu que derrière son succès se cache un homme en quête de vérité et de simplicité, loin des artifices de son monde d’affaires. L’alchimie entre Aurore et Damien est immédiate, mais leur relation naissante devra surmonter de nombreux obstacles : la différence de statut social, les attentes de la famille d’Aurore, et la pression de la vie professionnelle de Damien. En s’éloignant de la bulle protectrice de sa famille et en s’aventurant dans un monde de luxe et de pouvoir, Aurore doit réconcilier son amour de la vie simple et son désir de vivre une histoire d’amour authentique, loin des artifices du monde qui l’entoure. Peu à peu, à travers leurs rencontres et leurs échanges, Aurore et Damien découvrent qu’une véritable histoire d’amour peut naître là où on s’y attend le moins. Mais le chemin vers une vie commune, simple et pleine de sens, s’avérera semé d’embûches.

Josef Hadrian is the young 18-year-old Crown Prince if the Austrian Empire. Despite his weak stature and illness, he is determined to rule just as his father did, but with a twist. The young prince loves being with the commoners and is constantly curious about their everyday lives and joining them in their endeavors while keeping an eye on the whole land. Striving to change the eyes of the world about his family, he ascended not one throne, but several thrones, including that of Hungary, he stood on the ready to face he hardships of ruling an Empire head on.

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.

“Ah!” Seorang wanita terbangun di tempat tidur rumah sakit. Napasnya terengah-engah, keringat dingin membasahi dahinya. Ia memegang kepala, mencoba memahami apa yang baru saja terjadi. Seorang pria berdiri di sisi tempat tidur, menatapnya dengan sorot mata tajam. “Kau tampaknya sudah cukup sehat, Kayla.” Wanita itu mengernyit. Kayla? Siapa itu? Pria itu mendekat dan memegang dagunya dengan kasar. “Kau ingin mencoba bunuh diri lagi? Setelah sebelumnya melompat dari gedung, kini nekat terjun ke danau?” “Maaf… siapa Anda?” tanya wanita itu, bingung. Pria itu tersenyum sinis. “Kau pura-pura tidak mengenal suamimu sendiri. Apa kali ini amnesia?" tanya pria itu dengan nada menghina. Tatapan matanya tajam menusuk, seolah menguliti pikiran Hara. "Berpura-pura bodoh di hadapanku? Kau sedang mencari mati, hah?"

อธิคมและภาณินี วิริยนันท์ นักมานุษยวิยาได้ให้กำเนิดบุตรสาวชื่อแก้วเก้า ขณะที่ทั้งสองไปทำงานวิจัยและค้นพบโบราณสถานบริเวณลุ่มน้ำกาหลงในอดีต เมื่องานวิจัยเสร็จสิ้นทั้งสองได้ย้ายไปทำงานที่สุราษฎร์ธานี แก้วเก้าเรียนจนจบ ม.ปลาย พ่อและแม่ได้ย้ายมาทำงานที่กรุงเทพฯ คืนแรกที่ “บ้านวิริยนันท์” ริมคลองมอญ แก้วเก้าได้พบกับชายคนหนึ่งแต่งกายโบราณเขาเรียกแก้วเก้าว่า เจ้านางแก้วเก้าเนาวรัตน์ขัติยนารีศรีเวียงเชียงรุ้งหรือเจ้านางน้อย แก้วเก้าเรียกเขาว่า “คุณน้า” แก้วเก้ารับแสดงละครเวทีแทนนักแสดงที่ป่วยกระทันหัน ทำให้ได้รู้จักกับเจ้าองค์อินทร์ ณ แมนรัตน์ แก้วเก้าไม่ชอบที่เขาพูดดูถูกเธอตอนซ้อมละคร แต่พอเจ้าองค์อินทร์เสนอจะติวสอบเข้ามหาวิทยาลัยให้ แก้วเก้ายอมตกลง “คุณน้า” เริ่มแสดงพลังในทางร้ายมากขึ้น เลอสรวง ณ แมนรัตน์ สมิธ ลูกผู้น้องของเจ้าองค์อินทร์เดินทางมาจากอังกฤษเพื่อรักษาตัวที่ไทยในสภาพเจ้าชายนิทราจากอุบัติเหตุรถยนต์ แก้วเก้ากับครอบครัวถูกเชิญไปร่วมงานเลี้ยงของคุ้ม ณ แมนรัตน์ ที่เชียงราย ได้พบกับเลอสรวงที่นั่งรถเข็นและยังไม่สามารถพูดจาสื่อสารได้ เธอทำให้เลอสรวงฟื้นความทรงจำแต่เป็นความทรงจำของเจ้าขวัญฟ้าในอดีตชาติ...