Hoping Thesaurus

"I've seen the way you look at me, I know you want me..." Jackson said while I gasped hard for breathe. He was right, I crave every part of this man but I can't have him. He's not only twice my age, he's also Arlene’s dad. She's my best friend and she would never forgive me… The first time Laura saw Jackson was on her sixteenth birthday. She had gone out with friends, hoping to get over her boyfriend, who just broke up with her. The moment she saw Jackson, she fell in love with him and wanted every bit of him. He seemed to notice her keen perusal too but she was only sixteen, and they were only able to share a few sexy glances. Laura left that night but never forgot him, she didn’t even get his name but his face and aura was registered in her being. Standing before her three years later, the memory and feelings gushed back. She still wanted every bit of him and more but the problem is, he is her best friend's dad, and also twice her age. Their love was against all norms and if made public, would make them face a lot of ridicule and backlash. What will she do? Will she sacrifice everything for true love or will she cave and back down?

“One night. Make love to me for one night and I’ll never bother you again.” Valerie practically begged Rick. “Fuck off, I’m not interested.” he replied, dismissing her with a wave. >>>>>>>>> Valerie Calder, also known as ‘The Duchess,’ never begs. Never pursues. And most importantly, NEVER repeats lovers. As a young wealthy widow with the world at her feet, she’s accustomed to owning every room, and commanding every attention. Men trip over themselves just to gain her attention, all hoping to be her next fling. Ever since she inherited her aged late husband’s wealth, no one has been able to say ‘NO’ to her, except one man. RICK!! He doesn’t just refuse her - he disregards her entirely, dismisses her like she is nothing, and when others see a goddess, he sees an annoying housefly. But what Rick doesn’t know about Valerie Calder is simple: When she can’t have something, she wants it even more. And she’s never wanted anything like she wants him.

Monica Banks had it all—beauty, fame, and a rising career as one of the industry's top lingerie models. Her distinctive curves and magnetic presence made her a favorite on every runway and billboard. But at the peak of her success, she gave it all up. Not for herself, but for her father—agreeing to marry Liam McKenzie, a cold and calculating business tycoon, in exchange for a crucial deal that would save her family’s company. The McKenzie family loathed her profession. To them, modeling lingerie was shameful. They gave her a choice: her career or the marriage. Monica chose Liam, foolishly hoping her sacrifice would earn his love. She terminated her contract—despite her agency’s desperate pleas—and stepped away from everything she had built. For three long years, she played the role of the perfect wife and obedient daughter-in-law. And when Liam finally touched her like a husband should, she believed—naively—that she had finally won a place in his heart. That illusion shattered when she returned home early and found him in their bed with another woman. Her sister. Brie Banks. Liam didn’t deny it. He didn’t even apologize. Instead, he coldly revealed that their marriage was nothing more than a favor to his mother. Broken. Betrayed. Humiliated. But Monica had enough . When Spencer McKenzie—Liam’s estranged half-brother, the black sheep of the family blamed for a fire that killed their grandfather—returned to the country, he made her an offer. One that promised revenge. A scandalous one, She accepted. --- “Are you insane, Spencer? You’re stirring up a scandal with my wife!” Liam’s voice thundered through the room, his eyes blazing. His lips twitch"No you stay away from her, she's mine now."

“Her.. I want her.” Eleonora's heart missed a bit when the ruthless mafia boss stared right at her, his eyes stripping her of the flimsy piece of clothing she had on. Afraid, she looked up at her instructor, hoping that she would refuse but the greedy man smirked. “Sold! Sold to the DeLunas.” …. Eleonora had only the worst in mind when she was bought by a notoriously ruthless mafia boss. She knew that her life was going to change, but never did she expect to be trapped in an endless web of secrets, conspiracies and vengefulness. The mafia boss's dark past is looming and there seems to be no way to stop history from repeating itself. What happens when dark secrets are exposed and a terrible fate is said to be inevitable for the seemingly innocent Eleonora?

When I arrived, I saw my husband sitting at a table with Nalani by his side. Was this supposed to be a meeting? Was he seriously introducing me to his mistress? I sat down quietly, my heart heavy. “Eden,” Liam began, his voice calm. “I hope you know why we’re here.” Nalani cut him off with a sharp tone. “Oh, just tell her already.” She looked straight at me, her words cold and deliberate. “I’m carrying Liam’s child, and we’re getting married as soon as possible.” The words hit me hard, but I refused to show how much it hurt. I glanced at Liam, hoping for some sign of remorse, but he just stared at the table. I stood slowly, clutching my purse. “You win,” I said softly. “I’ll sign the papers.”

"Unwed and Expecting" follows the tumultuous journey of Sophia Harrington, a young woman whose perfect life shatters on her wedding day when she is abandoned at the altar by the man she thought was her soulmate. Alone and humiliated, Sophia discovers she is pregnant—a secret she kept, hoping to surprise her groom. Now, she's forced to navigate a new reality as an unwed mother-to-be.Sophia's world is turned upside down as she battles societal judgment, her family's disapproval, and her own fears of raising a child alone. But when she meets Ethan Caldwell, a brooding yet compassionate businessman with a troubled past, she finds an unexpected ally. Ethan, dealing with his own pain of being "extinguished twice"—once by a failed marriage and again by a betrayal in his career—relates deeply to Sophia's sense of loss and uncertainty. Despite their initial resistance, a bond forms between them, filled with undeniable chemistry and shared wounds.However, just as Sophia begins to open her heart, her ex-fiancé returns, claiming he made a mistake and begging for forgiveness. Sophia is torn between the past and the potential future with Ethan. The core struggle centers on Sophia’s journey to self-worth and her fight to choose what's best for herself and her unborn child, rather than what others expect of her. Meanwhile, Ethan must confront his own fears of being hurt again, questioning whether he’s truly capable of being the man Sophia and her child need.Cliffhanger: As Sophia prepares to make her final decision, a shocking revelation about Ethan’s past surfaces, threatening to destroy the fragile trust they’ve built. Will Sophia find the strength to forgive and move forward, or will the weight of past betrayals extinguish her chance at happiness once more?

Book 1 Synopsis: Eliza Singer is an extraordinary girl living a double life: on stage, she captivates audiences as the famous singer Lisa; in secret, she is a powerful she-wolf born among humans. Due to an urgent summons from the clans, she is forced to move to the village of Siram, home to a small werewolf clan, seeking refuge with her grandmother—far from the relentless pressure of the formidable Singer family. For the first time, she glimpses the possibility of a normal life, hoping to live as an ordinary student, but that won’t be as easy as she expects. Labeled as half-human by the clan because of her upbringing among humans, she faces prejudice and underestimation. Amidst these challenges, she meets her fated mate—the clan’s Alpha heir—who looks down on her based on rumors about her origins. Unwilling to accept his cold indifference, she seeks ways to take control of her situation, defying traditions and choosing her own destiny. The question remains: will the heir realize the truth in time, or will Eliza rise above fate, securing her freedom to love whomever she chooses? 2- "Destiny: Mysterious Lord" 3- "Destiny: The Cursed King" 4- "Destiny: The Reign of Witches" 5- "Destiny: The Promised One" 6 - "Destiny: Alpha and Omega"

Rachel Mercer had been unwanted her whole life. After bouncing between sixteen foster families, with no real name or sense of home, all she had left was a quiet hope that turning eighteen would bring freedom from a system that detested her. But everything changed the night she was attacked. She was thrust into Astrae Lykaon Academy, a secret institution for werewolves, where students believed she was a girl who simply returned from winter break. They don't know the truth. Only the academy's inner circle is aware that the girl she's replacing vanished without a trace. But if pretending to be her keeps her safe, she's willing to play along. Until she meets them. Five fated mates, each powerful, unpredictable, and drawn to her in ways she doesn't understand. The bond is wild and dangerous, awakening something ancient in her blood. And at the centre of it all is him: the young professor who once saved her life and now watches her like he already knows the truth. She was hunted by something ancient that should not exist Her bloodline is rare Her enemies are older than legends And Rachel stayed at Astrae Lykaon Academy under a false identity, hoping to survive. But as secrets unraveled, bloodlines awakened, one terrifying thought began to take root; What if she was never meant to survive that night? And what if she's not the impostor after all?

Ryder Black, the mysterious billionaire in the city. Rumors say Ryder made his riches through killing people and other barbaric things. Some go as far as saying he is part of the mafia but is that really true? Gianna Hunter, fresh out of university and hoping to find a job is suddenly hit with the news of her getting married to Ryder. Gianna believes in true love and would never stand for marrying a man as vile as Ryder so she decides to flee her wedding. Years later, the paths of Ryder and Gianna cross and this time, Ryder is not willing to let her go. After being humiliated at the altar by a girl with a status as low as Gianna's, Ryder feels his pride has been stepped on and Ryder is not known for forgiving those who dare to embarrass him. In his quest for revenge, will sparks fly between Ryder and Gianna? Will Gianna be able to escape the ruthless Ryder or will he make her succumb to his sinister will?

Kayla, a shy and introverted music major, is starting her first year of college with a mix of excitement and fear. With a scholarship in hand, she is finally able to pursue her passion, but she finds herself completely alone. Having bounced from foster home to foster home, Kayla never really belonged anywhere. Her unique colored eyes made her the target of teasing, and years of trauma have left her struggling with anxiety and PTSD. Her past has kept her from forming meaningful connections, and the idea of love and support feels like an impossible dream. Meanwhile, three powerful mafia kings—known as 'The Kings'—are on a mission. These blood brothers, triplets bound by a pact made in their youth, have searched tirelessly for their one true queen. Known for their brutal and ruthless reputations, the trio is feared across the world. Despite their many enemies, they have always had each other's backs, and they share everything—everything except the woman they were destined to love. After years of failure in their quest, they decide to take on roles as professors, hoping to finally find the one they've been searching for. When they meet Kayla, broken and vulnerable, will they be able to heal her heart and help her find the strength to open up? Or has her past scarred her beyond repair? What they don't know is that Kayla's story is more tangled than they ever imagined, and the truth about her origins may be more dangerous than they could ever have predicted.