The Gingerbread Man Read Aloud

When my son was born, I noticed a small, round birthmark on his arm. But the weird thing? By the time I opened my eyes again after giving birth, it was gone. I figured maybe I'd imagined it. That is, until the baby shower. My brother-in-law's son, born the same day as mine, had the exact same birthmark. Clear as day. That's when it hit me. I didn't say a word, though. Not then. I waited. Eighteen years later, at my son's college acceptance party, my brother-in-law stood up and dropped the truth bomb: the "amazing" kid I'd raised was theirs. I just smiled and invited him and his wife to take their "rightful" seats at the table.

Silver, driven by revenge will do anything to grow in power. His hatred for vampires is beyond measure. Follow silver as he learns to open up to the people again and gradually let go of his hatered. April, Driven by the thirst for knowledge joins the school of magic and faces her own hardships and battles. Matt, driven by the thirst for both knowledge and power so that he no longer has to be the one to be protected by the others.

In a world where werewolves rule from the shadows, Rhett Blackwood is king. To hold his empire, he must forge a blood bond with a ruthless assassin who would rather kill him than kneel. But when one act of violence awakens a bond written in fate — and blood — they are thrown into a brutal war where love may be their only weapon… and their greatest curse.

Miriam, young lady who would do anything to get rich real quick even if it means betraying family or friends. on the long run for the journey of riches, she soon realized that money isn't everything and money isn't the only thing she needs. Read to follow Miriam on the journey of discovering love, lust, betrayal, heartbreak and secrets.

In the dangerous world of organized crime, love is a luxury few can afford. But for Andrea Lopez, the daughter of a powerful mafia family, it's the one thing she craves most. Despite her kindness and resilience, past traumas have left her wary of opening her heart. When fate brings her face-to-face with Stefano Costanzo once again—her best friend's brother and the ruthless don she's always longed for—sparks fly, and old wounds reopen. Stefano, a cold and ruthless mafia don, lives a life devoid of emotional attachments, harboring a secret pain known to few. Yet, seeing Andrea again after so many years reignites emotions he thought long buried. As they navigate the treacherous waters of their shared past and uncertain future, they're drawn inexorably together despite their best efforts to resist. But their reunion is not without peril. Stefano's dangerous world threatens to consume them both, and Andrea must confront not only her own demons but also the demons of the man she loves. Can they find redemption in each other's arms, or will their love be their undoing?   *** “Why the hell did you just do that?” I demand, my anger rising. “I’m trying to protect you,” he says, his eyes blazing. “Protect me from what? A good friend?” “He’s not who you think he is. I don’t trust him.” “You don’t trust him, or you’re worried he’ll take me away from you?” I challenge. Stefano’s eyebrow arches. “You think I’m worried he’ll take you away from me?” He leans in close, his lips brushing my ear. “Oh, luce del sole, no one can take you from me. You’re mine.”

Nakipagpustahan si Devin sa kaniyang ina na hangga't si Renz Dylan Hidalgo ang tinitibok ng kaniyang puso, mapapaibig niya rin ito. Nalaman niya na ang tipo ni Renz sa babae ay masunurin at mahinhing babae, kaya’t nagpanggap siya bilang isang mahirap na dalaga upang mapalapit dito. Ngunit, sa tatlong taon na magkasama sila mas pinili pa rin ni Renz ang una nitong pag-ibig na si Xylarie Ruiz, at sa pagkakataong ‘yon ay nabigo si Devin, hindi lamang sa pag-ibig pati na rin sa pustahan nila ng kaniyang ina. “Devinyza Kaleigh Hermosa, natalo ka. Pagkatapos ng tatlong taon, hindi pa rin nagkakagusto si Renz Dylan Hidalgo sa iyo. Ayon sa mga patakaran, dapat kang bumalik sa ating pamilya at gampanan ang iyong mga responsibilidad.” —Madame Editha. Subalit, bago pa man siya makauwi sa kaniyang pamilya na papasan ng mabigat na resposibilidad bilang tagapag-mana, isang mainit na gabi ang pinagsalohan nila ng isang estranghero, na maituturing niya na huling pagpapakasasa bilang malaya. Bilang tagapag-mana, kailangan niyang magpakasal. Paano kung ang lalaking nakatalik niya ay ang binatang pinakamayaman na si Alexius Lander “Aslan” Montellano? Tatangapin ba ni Alexius Lander Montellano ang alok ni Devinyza Kaleigh Hermosa na kasal?

Riley’s life was never easy mistreated by her stepfamily, ignored by her father, and denied every chance at happiness. But everything changed the day she got a job as a cleaner, at the luxurious Silver Palm Hotel and caught the eye of the cold, powerful CEO, Dylan. Ruthie Riley’s cruel stepsister and Dylan’s hotel manager did everything to keep them apart, even if it meant lies, betrayal, and one dangerous setup that could destroy everything Riley has built. Will love survive when secrets come crashing down?

Jenny is hunts werewolves. She entered werewolf territory after a teammate harmed her on a mission. She changed into William' slave, a powerful werewolf at the time. He is the most ruthless werewolf, though. Jenny ran away several times and was recaptured. After many Events, Jenny discovers that she is not just an ordinary person; it seems her vital Body also flows the blood of Alpha. Will Jenny find out her identity? Standing between humans and werewolves, which side will Jenny choose? Can she and Charles get together?

After witnessing her parents death, she starts to live with her aunt in hopes of starting a new life although She is left under a curse. Wolf less and mateless, she's despised by all. One day, the moon goddess finally gives her a mate. But he despises her, rejects her yet covets her beauty. She kicks the hell out of him and has a one night stand with a stranger, and gets pregnant. But her damn mate still has his eyes on her. Bullied, enslaved and isolated by all, she lives in hell until the Lycan King comes and claims her his mate. Threatened to either be a tool of her first mate or leave the pack, she chooses the latter but is forbidden to take anything out of her OWN house. That's when the Lycan King comes to her rescue, claiming she is his mate and face-slapping all those mistreated her. Misled to believe that the Lycan King caused her parents' death and worried he might kill her and her unborn baby, she fakes her own death and runs away. She returns after a while completely different but the Lycan king recognizes her. Together they try to solve the mystery surrounding their lives.

An overnight conspiracy crowned me the ruler of East Millsdearne. A ruler unfit to rule, a ruler always questioned, and looked down upon as weak. Why? Because I am a woman. Princess Adria was a rebel. Since young, all she wanted was the power and respect in every eye that looked at her. But all she got was lust. Where the crown gave her the power, she still surged to get the respect. Respect that came laced with lust, loss, and sacrifices. Sacrifices that kept her away from the love of her life. Tangled in a journey to find and give what women deserve, Adria tangles her love life. Will she succumb to the power of the throne, or will she draw herself out? A tale of the queen, that deserved power, and love. The question is how will she hold onto both.