Sardonic Humor

He left her in ruins. Now he’s back… and he’s not alone. Five years ago, Nova Quinn vanished in the middle of the night, carrying a secret that could destroy everything. She buried her past, changed her name, and built a quiet life far from the chaos she once knew. But when Cruz Maddox, the tattooed, possessive mafia biker who shattered her heart, walks into her diner with blood on his hands and danger at his back, Nova’s carefully guarded world begins to unravel. He says someone is hunting her. He swears he’s the only one who can protect her. And he’s not leaving without answers. But the closer Cruz gets to the truth—the secret Nova’s been hiding since the night she ran—the more explosive their chemistry becomes. Old wounds bleed into new betrayals, trust is tested, and desire burns hotter than ever. Because Nova isn’t the only one with something to lose… and Cruz isn’t the only one watching her. She ran to protect her secret. But some sins won’t stay buried. Especially when they have Cruz Maddox’s eyes.

Kemuning Dwi Kusumadewi tak pernah menyangka bahwa pernikahan yang ia pertahankan dengan penuh kesetiaan justru berakhir pada pengkhianatan. Suaminya memilih kembali kepada cinta lamanya, bahkan membawa Kemuning tinggal di rumah yang menyimpan kenangan mereka. Namun luka terbesar datang saat Kemuning dijadikan taruhan dalam sebuah permainan kejam, dipertukarkan demi melunasi hutang dan menyelamatkan pria yang ia sebut suami. Dimenangkan oleh Rafardan Kaynan Kendrick, pria misterius dan berkuasa, hidup Kemuning berubah dalam sekejap. Akankah ia terus tenggelam dalam penderitaan, atau justru menemukan kekuatan untuk bangkit dan membalas semua yang telah menghancurkannya?

They say revenge is a dish best served cold. Mine's been chilling for five years. The night James Reed kicked me out of his life, I was pregnant, penniless, and naive enough to believe love mattered more than money. He taught me better. When you're bleeding out in the rain, clutching your stomach while your best friend laughs from his doorway, you learn exactly what you're worth to people like them. Zero. But the woman who nearly died that night? She stayed dead. The one who came back is someone else entirely. Anna Quinn. Lost daughter of California's most powerful family. CEO of her own pharmaceutical empire. And the silent majority shareholder in James Reed's failing company. He's about to learn what happens when you build an empire on stolen foundations. His marriage has cracks he doesn't see. And the investors keeping him afloat? They answer to me now. He thinks he's untouchable. That my formula made him invincible. But success built on stolen work has a way of crumbling when the original genius decides to pull the rug out. I don't want him back. I want him ruined. And this time, I'm the one holding all the cards.

Aria once believed in forever—until her husband Zane Callahan shattered her world with a divorce that felt like a death sentence. Broken, betrayed, and bleeding from the loss of their unborn child, she disappeared into the shadows and rebuilt herself as a one-week wife-for-hire. No strings. No scars. No emotions. Until Kane Callahan walked in. He needed a bride to inherit his dying father's empire. She needed one more contract before vanishing again. But one thing neither expected? The tangled past that bound them—because Kane is Zane’s estranged brother. Aria swore she would never love again. Kane swore he would never forgive. But secrets don’t stay buried. And neither do hearts that never truly stopped beating. By Monday, the contract ends. By Monday, someone will break! By Monday, a love built on lies might just be the only truth worth saving.

He snaked his arm around my waist and pressed my body against his. I stiffened in his hold, frozen with fear, anger, and a strange desire pulsing through my veins. “I’m Dante Romero, sweetheart.” His voice was low with a dangerously seductive edge, and I flushed with heat. “There are a lot of things I would dare that are beyond your imagination.” Dante tilted his head, placing his sinfully enticing lips above my ear. “I’m giving you a choice, Olivia: move in with me or get ready to never see your boys again.” ~~ Five years after a blurry one-night stand that led to a major sex scandal, Olivia Miller returns to Los Angeles with her triplet sons to start a new, peaceful life. That was until Dante Romero, the ruthless, cold-hearted CEO, barged into her life, outraged at her for hiding his children. Much to her dismay, he gives her two options: fight him for custody of their sons or move in with him. Helpless and afraid to lose her sons, Olivia decides to move in but vows to avoid him at all costs. But how could she when Dante, who claims she was paid to set him up and despise her, remains at her side, luring her in like a terrible dark temptation? What really happened five years ago on that dark, passionate night, and how is it tied to the death threats she’s receiving? ~Book one of The Billionaires' Lovers Series~

Elena grows up in a small, struggling town where life feels limited and dreams seem unreachable. As a young wife, she experiences loneliness, emotional distance, and the quiet frustration of a life that does not reflect her potential. Beneath her calm exterior lies a deep desire for freedom, love, and the chance to build a life of her own. An unexpected opportunity takes Elena away from her hometown into a modern city filled with ambition, wealth, and complex social dynamics. At first, she struggles with insecurity and self-doubt, but gradually she begins to discover her inner strength. She navigates professional challenges, social rivalries, and hidden enemies while learning to assert herself in a world that judges her by her past. Along the way, a slow-burning romantic connection emerges, challenging Elena’s emotions and awakening desires she has long suppressed. As she grows in confidence and independence, she learns to claim both love and success, transforming from a lonely woman surrounded by dust into a powerful and self-assured woman living life on her own terms. Silk from Dust is a story of resilience, transformation, and the beauty of becoming the person you were always meant to be.

Five years ago, I left my husband a note. Three sentences. A returned bracelet. A door closing softly at 4am. He told me to get rid of our baby. I got rid of him instead. Now he’s sitting across my boardroom table in the city I built for myself, looking for the woman he married. She’s gone. What’s left is stronger.

Warning: Mature Content Ahead. Can’t decide what trope you want to read next? Well, look no further because Fractured has it all. If you're ready to dive into a world where passion meets peril, where dominance intertwines with desire, and where one fierce female leads the charge, then this book is for you. On her first day at university, Josie’s life takes a dramatic turn. Expecting nothing more than the typical college experience, she instead finds herself thrust into a realm of supernatural intrigue. Her guide into this new world is none other than her enigmatic and irresistibly attractive headmaster. As Josie navigates her new reality, she encounters five breathtakingly hot males, each with their own secrets and powers. These men are not just eye candy; they play pivotal roles in a dangerous game of power and attraction. Josie must learn to harness her strength, confront hidden enemies, and balance the intense chemistry with the dominant males who surround her. Her journey is one of self-discovery, resilience, and undeniable passion. This book is a thrilling blend of romance, suspense, and supernatural elements, perfect for readers who crave a story that's as hot as it is heart-pounding. Prepare for mature themes and explicit scenes that will leave you breathless. Join Josie as she embarks on an adventure that will challenge her, change her, and ignite a flame within her that burns brighter than she ever imagined. This story contains explicit group scenes including some bxb.

Alejandro Castillo has everything—money, power, charm. But when his ruthless father pits him against his genius younger brother for the CEO throne, Alejandro’s only hope of survival lies in passing college… and the broke tutor hired to save him. Mateo Rivera is supposed to fix his grades, not tempt his darkest secret. The more they study, the more Alejandro’s carefully built façade cracks. His forbidden attraction turns into something dangerous—something his family, his enemies, and the entire Dominican elite must never know. Because in a world of power plays, betrayals, and billion-dollar legacies… one kiss could cost him everything. And when secrets explode on live television, Alejandro will learn: falling in love is easy. Surviving it is deadly.

Bunda Zayna, perempuan asal Parepare, Sulawesi Selatan, adalah seorang trader saham sekaligus konten kreator edukasi finansial yang dikenal cerdas dan berintegritas. Dari ruang kerjanya yang sederhana, ia membangun reputasi melalui analisis yang tajam dan sikap profesional. Di rumah, ia adalah ibu bagi Ana dan Ziyan, serta istri yang menjaga keharmonisan keluarganya dengan penuh kesetiaan. Tanpa pernah ia sadari, video-videonya ditonton oleh Karim—miliarder berdarah Turki-Bandung, pemilik kerajaan bisnis real estate, resort, dan tambang energi terbarukan. Di tengah ekspansi bisnisnya ke Indonesia dengan Bandung sebagai pusat operasional, Karim diam-diam mengagumi kecerdasan dan keteguhan prinsip Bunda Zayna. Pertemuan mereka terjadi melalui kerja sama investasi di Makassar. Karim menunjuk Bunda Zayna sebagai pengelola portofolio pribadinya. Namun ketika ia melihat langsung keharmonisan keluarga perempuan itu, hatinya goyah. Untuk pertama kalinya, Karim merasakan cinta yang tak bisa ia miliki. Ia berusaha mengikhlaskan. Di tengah pergulatan batin, Karim menyadari dirinya telah lama jauh dari Tuhan. Cinta yang mustahil itu justru membawanya kembali pada sholat dan doa. Orang tuanya, yang memahami perubahan itu, berusaha menjaga agar Karim tidak tenggelam terlalu dalam pada perasaan yang semu. Namun ujian sesungguhnya datang dari dunia investasi. Manuver bisnis yang kejam menyeret nama Bunda Zayna dalam isu manipulasi pasar, mengancam reputasinya. Karim harus memilih: menggunakan kekuasaannya untuk melindungi perempuan yang ia cintai, atau mundur demi menjaga kehormatan dan batas yang tak boleh dilanggar. Investor Asing adalah kisah tentang cinta yang hadir di waktu yang salah, tentang iman yang kembali tumbuh, dan tentang kesetiaan yang menjadi investasi paling berharga dalam kehidupan.