Sparrow: A Novel

"You woke me up," a cold voice echoed from the shadows. Ivana gasped awake, heart pounding, unsure if it was a dream—or something far more dangerous. ~~~~~~~~~~ Years ago, Ivana should have died in her mother’s womb—until a mysterious seer performed a forbidden ritual to save her. The price? The unborn child had to be betrothed to a god, bound to him for life without her parents ever knowing the true cost. On Ivana’s eighteenth birthday, her parents mysteriously vanished without a trace, leaving behind only a notebook filled with strange symbols and cryptic warnings. Now, years later, her search for answers leads her to Egypt, where she joins an archaeological team investigating a newly uncovered chamber. Deep inside, they break a seal that should have remained untouched… and awaken the very god she was promised to. A god who despises humans. With divine wrath rising, ancient secrets unraveling, and a bond she never asked for tightening around her fate, Ivana must confront the truth: The answers to her parents’ disappearance begin with the god she was forced to belong to.

Six months after our divorce, my ex-wife, Shanon Reich went viral with her new influencer boyfriend, Tobias Hunt, gaining over ten million followers. One day, by sheer accident, I scrolled into their livestream and saw my three-year-old daughter, Ginny Herbert, trapped inside a car. She was crying so hard she could barely breathe. Her little face was flushed, her eyes wide with fear and confusion. She looked utterly helpless. Shanon didn't smash the window, nor did she call the police. Instead, she laughed brightly at the camera. "Thank you to our top fan for the moneybag gift!" Then she grinned and said, "Send another moneybag! I'll smash the window once I get it, okay?" I lost my mind. I raced over like a madman and wrenched the car keys out of her hand. "Leomund Herbert! Are you insane?" she screamed. "Do you know how much this stream is worth? It's just a little heat! She's not going to die!" I held my daughter in my arms. Her tiny body was limp, and she was barely conscious. With reddened eyes, I pointed at her and shouted, "Shanon Reich! You will pay for this!"

“Shit, she is escaping," said the one with the blue eyes, who cursed out, and grabbed the rope. Taking the vase from the table beside the window, I throw it over his head. “Get your fucking hands off,” I snapped, and I jumped out the window with the rope as my guide, and he followed. “Great, today is not just my day," I murmured as I landed on the- In a world of crimes, spies, a forbidden romance. I’m Sophie Rust, an 18 years old. College student. If I may brag a little, I would define myself as someone who is clever, stubborn, fun-loving, and adventurous. I’ve always known my parents were more than what they seemed, but never in my wildest dream did I imagine they were secret spy agents working for an underground Secret Service. Their secret world was full of danger and emotional roller coasters—a life I secretly craved. However, everything changed when I met Alexander Kova, a ruthless Russian gangster leader with a vendetta against my family. And love took an unexpected turn. Tragedy struck, at the High-Ranking official estate, leaving me as the sole survivor among the children of other spies Terrified and homeless, the Kovas, our enemies, turned into our protectors, offering me a blanket of safety. But that safety turned to nothing when a clash between the Kovas and a New York gangster family erupted, turning me into something formidable, a being with powers unimaginable. I never knew I could be the person that I have become. In this realm of power, secrets, and vengeance, our unlikely romance faces its ultimate test. As Alexander unleashes mayhem to claim what he believes is rightfully his, will their love survive the relentless storm, or will it crumble in the battle for power?

David Lidell vomited blood and passed out when he was enraged by his rival in love. When he woke up, he realized he had obtained a super lavish system, and it was asking him to spend a quadrillion dollars. After that, David embarked on the journey toward the pinnacle of his life. David, “I’m not going to pretend anymore. For your information, I am a quadrillionaire…”

Sharon thought she could leave her past behind after a terrible heartbreak. She had a one-night stand with Davis, and decided to relocate. But when she returns home with her son, Davis is now the fiancé of her sister Isabella. The sisters' friendship breaks as secrets fall apart, betrayals surface, and manipulations are revealed. While both Sharon and Isabella must struggle with their decisions in this tale of love, family, and atonement, Davis must negotiate the complex web of deception to find the truth.

Taphney Louins Vergara, a 23-year-old woman, has always lived a privileged life as the daughter of Danilo Vergara, the owner of Vergara Airlines. However, her world crumbles when she discovers that her father is deeply in debt due to his gambling addiction. Despite her efforts to avoid being dragged down by her family's troubles, Taphney finds herself in a bind when she is forced to pay off her father's debt to Ashton Mikael Santocildez, the owner of the casino where her father lost all his money. Desperate to escape her predicament, Taphney attempts to run and hide, but Ashton always manages to track her down. He presents her with a proposal: become his wife for three months, only for show, to fulfill the contract. Reluctantly, Taphney agrees, but as they spend more time together, she begins to develop feelings for Ashton. Will they end up together? Or stick to each other's arms for three months because it's Just A Contract?

Nagplano ng suprise bachelorette party ang kapatid at kaibigan ni Anya para sa kaniya, isang gabi bago ang nakatakda niyang kasal. Hindi tinanggihan ni Anya ang surpresa nilang one night stand dahil sa sobrang atraksyon sa inakala niyang simpleng escort. Nang malaman ng fiancé ni Anya ang tungkol sa one night stand ay iniatras nito ang kasal. Itinakwil din siya ng pamilya niya. Ilang linggo matapos ang trahedya nalaman ni Anya na siya ay nagdadalang-tao. At kung akala niya ay tapos na ang kalbaryo niya, muling nabuhay ang lihim ng nakaraan nang hindi inaasahang magkita ang anak niya na si Althea at ang bilyonaryo nitong ama na si Trevan Cervantes. Ang isang gabi ng pagkakamali na sumira sa dapat ay masaya niyang buhay ang babago sa kasalukuyan niyang kapalaran. “Some mistakes are wonderful”

Some people says life is easy. But in Blaine's belief life is never been easy for those who dream. Life is a journey that must be traveled no matter how bad the roads and accommodations because life doesn't get easier it only makes you more stronger to conquer difficulties. Nang makapagtapos ng second year college si Blaine Cammie Montes ay napagpasyahan nitong huminto muna sa pag-aaral para makapag-ipon at makabayad sa utang ng kan'yang mga magulang. Nakapasok s'ya bilang isang kasambahay sa isang kilalang Senator. Naging maganda ang naging trabaho niya. Ngunit paano kung alukin siya ni senator na maging personal maid ng kanyang anak na lalaki, tataasan ang sahod at pag-aaralin ito. Ang kapalit lamang ay maging mabuti at tapat sa trabaho niya pero hindi niya man lamang ito kilala. Tatanggapin niya ba ito o hindi? May magbabago ba o wala?

เมื่อรักแท้ ต้องพ่ายแพ้ให้ความดูมๆ ทำให้สาวคัพเล็ก คิดจะเสริมอึ๋ม! แต่ทว่า...ความอึ๋มที่ต้องการในครั้งนี้ อาจต้องเลือกระหว่าง ซิลิโคน หรือจากการสัมผัส! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- “ผมขออนุญาตครับ” เสียงทุ้มเอ่ยบอก ก่อนจะค่อยๆ ยื่นมือมาเปิดสาบเสื้อสีชมพูตัวที่วันเมษาสวมอยู่ให้แยกห่างออกจากกันช้าๆ การกระทำของธาวินส่งผลทำให้เธอหลับตาปี๋ กำหมัดแน่น ใจเต้นโครมคราม โครมคราม นับหนึ่งให้ถึงร้อย ความใกล้ที่เกิดขึ้น ทำให้วันเมษาได้กลิ่นโคโลญจ์ลอยมาจากตัวชายหนุ่ม นั่นยิ่งทำให้เธอใจคอไม่ดีเข้าไปอีก พ่อแก้วแม่แก้ว ช่วยลูกด้วย

"I-I have to go.."| stuttured. "No you don't, you know how much you mean to me Bri how can I let you go?" He looked at me pleadingly with those beautiful orbs which always got me mesmerized "I don't trust anyone after what Jax did, I-I can't trust you Heinrich, I am scared" I replied not totally believing what I just said. I start to turn around to exit the room but he grabs my wrist suddenly as he pulls me flush against him. You are the only girl I have and will ever love, you make me feel things I have never felt before, i am incomplete without you Bri and I love you more than you could ever imagine,I am not and will never be like Jax. He states in a rush which leaves him breathless. I gaze at him unable to utter a single word. There was so much sincerity in his tone and I can't deny it. My eyes wander to his lips and in a swift motion I crash my lips against his. Enjoy the journey of love, drama and let's not forget the cringe with Brianna as she goes through a heartbreak, she finds a hot billionaire and the magic begins.