Critical Overlord

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?"

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.

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?

Lima tahun yang lalu Cinta melepaskan semuanya dan pergi. Meninggalkan luka dan membawa serta benih yang tak diinginkan Abrisam dan keluarganya. Cinta berhasil membangun hidup di atas reruntuhan cinta dan harapan yang hancur. Namun sekarang, semesta memainkan perannya. Takdir mempermainkannya kembali. Secara tak sengaja Cinta bertemu kembali dengan mantan kekasihnya saat mencari putrinya yang terpisah darinya. Abrisam yang bertemu dengan putrinya terkejut dengan kemiripan mereka. Dia pun mulai mencurigai sesuatu. Cinta yang mulai paham dengan kecurigaan Abrisam memasang tembok penghalang, dia tak begitu saja membiarkan Abrisam mendekati mereka. Lalu apa yang terjadi kemudian? Mungkinkah Abrisam mengetahui rahasia besar yang Cinta simpan selama ini?

Toko kecil itu bernama Anak Lipat—tempat croissant hangat, isian nyeleneh, dan rahasia yang belum selesai dipanggang. Qale, gadis bermata sipit sebelah dan bergigi gingsul, menyimpan luka masa lalu : dituduh jadi penyebab kematian ibu, dicap pembawa sial, dan kini… dipaksa menikah dengan pria buta dan lumpuh demi utang budi keluarga. Tapi lelaki asing itu datang membawa lebih dari sekadar cincin. Ia tahu banyak hal rahasia di masa lalu yang membuat Qale penasaran. Syaratnya satu, menikah, tapi jangan jatuh cinta. Tapi, siapa yang bisa menolak pesona si anak lipat, si pembuat croissant manis beraroma dendam.

Brama Adiyaksa—pria dingin, perfeksionis, dan paling anti dengan suara cerewet wanita—terpaksa menerima perjodohan yang diatur oleh kakeknya. Baginya, pernikahan bukan tentang cinta, tapi kewajiban keluarga. Namun semua pandangannya runtuh ketika ia bertemu wanita yang dipilih oleh sang Kakek. Wanita yang tidak seperti dugaannya. Wanita yang mampu menembus dinding es dalam hatinya hanya dengan senyum dan keberaniannya saat berbicara. "Dia… berbeda," batin Brama. Bagaimana kisah Brama dan wanita pilihan kakeknya selanjutnya? Baca ceritanya selengkapnya hanya di GoodNovel.

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.

Alura, seorang ratu iblis dari dunia bawah, dikirim ke dunia manusia untuk menyelesaikan ujian terakhirnya: hidup sebagai manusia biasa selama 100 hari. Untuk bertahan, ia menerima tawaran menjadi istri kedua kontrak dari pria kaya dan misterius bernama Arga. Tapi Arga bukan pria biasa—ia adalah pembunuh bayaran berhati dingin yang menyembunyikan masa lalunya dari semua orang, termasuk istri pertamanya. Alura mulai mencintai manusia itu, justru saat kekuatannya yang tersegel perlahan bangkit… dan serangkaian pembunuhan misterius terjadi di sekolah tempat ia menyamar sebagai siswi. Siapa musuh sebenarnya? Dan siapa yang harus ia selamatkan, dirinya, cinta, atau dunia?

How long can a heart survive when it’s shattered daily?How much pain can a soul take before it forgets what it means to be whole?On my 21st birthday, I was supposed to find my fated mate.Instead, I was rejected—publicly—because the Alpha’s heir was in love with my sister.But fate didn’t choose her. It chose me.So he married me… and punished me for it.He beat me when I spoke.He beat me when I stayed silent.Every bruise, every scar was a reminder—I wasn’t her.And I’d never be enough.“Pretend to be her,” he’d whisper in the dark.Then he’d use my body like it didn’t belong to me.They called me a curse.The daughter of a slave.An Omega mistake who stole her sister’s mate.I was forced to watch him worship her, protect her, love her—while I was left bleeding in shadows.Until one night… I ran.Into the arms of a stranger, I finally felt what it meant to be touched with care.One night of freedom. One night of peace.Then I found out I was pregnant.And the child isn't my mate’s.What happens when he finds out?Will he let me go—or make me pay for escaping him?And what if the stranger from that night… is more than just a memory?