The Hour Of Joy

Everyone deserves a second chance at happiness... even a killer. Serendipity Fizzlestitch wants nothing more than to be left alone. In a small cabin a stone's throw from the house where her sisters and mother breathed their last, Serendipity toils away, making the dolls her late father was working on when he disappeared beneath the ocean waves. Serendipity is content to spend the rest of her existence here, trying to atone for the mistakes of her past by creating the dolls that bring joy to so many others. When a mysterious letter arrives in her fireplace, an unusual stranger shows up at her door, and her favorite mouse friend goes missing, Serendipity is forced to face the outside world--and the ghosts from her past. Will she accept the opportunity to join the most famous toymaker of all time, or will her guilt prevent her from finding the happiness everyone deserves? The Doll Maker's Daughter at Christmas is a whimsical romantic fantasy that proves everyone deserves a second chance, no matter how horrific our past. Perfect for Christmas, or any time of year, The Doll Maker's Daughter at Christmas will bring back the magic we can only find when we truly believe.

“When we return alive, I’ll make you Luna.” My mate Soren told me when we went into battle together. He was my rock, my strength. But when I woke up after the battle, something was wrong. Soren was cold and distant. And beside him, a beautiful young woman held his hand. My smile faltered, confusion replacing the joy I had felt moments ago. “This is Cerelia. She’s my second chance mate.” His words hit me like a physical blow. He told me that our mate bond was severed due to my injuries. During this year, he found Cerelia and is going to make her Luna tomorrow. My heart felt like it was being torn apart, and my head pounded with a fresh wave of pain. And deep down, I knew he was telling the truth. I couldn’t feel the mate bond between us anymore. The cold reality of his betrayal was sinking in, and I felt like I was trapped in a nightmare. Soren, my mate, my Alpha, my everything, stood beside another woman, promising her the life he once promised me. Where does this leave me?

"Kakak, kumohon. Izinkan aku menikah dengan Mas Lukas,” pinta Astrid sambil menangis tersedu-sedu. Miranda shock sekali sampai tak sanggup berkata-kata. Bagaimana mungkin adik kandungnya sendiri ingin merebut kekasihnya?! Miranda dan Astrid adalah kakak-beradik yatim piatu. Ketika sang adik divonis menderita leukimia, gadis itu mengajukan permintaan yang sulit dikabulkan Miranda. Namun demi membahagiakan Astrid di sisa hidupnya, gadis itu terpaksa membujuk Lukas, sang kekasih, untuk menjadi adik iparnya. Pemuda itu akhirnya setuju. Namun saat Astrid hamil enam bulan, dia menghilang tanpa jejak. Miranda akhirnya kembali demi menemani adiknya tercinta. Astrid meninggal dunia setelah melahirkan seorang putra yang diberi nama Joy. Bertahun-tahun kemudian Lukas hadir kembali dalam kehidupan Miranda. Ia menceritakan alasan kenapa pergi meninggalkan Astrid. Laki-laki itu kembali mendekati Miranda. Sementara itu ada seorang pria kaya bernama Carlos yang juga menyukai gadis itu. Siapakah yang akan dipilih Miranda untuk menjadi pendamping hidupnya sekaligus sosok ayah yang baik bagi Joy, keponakannya tercinta?

Beautiful Aubrianne Ivanov, The student, the Hybrid, the stripper, and the aspiring Accountant. Raised by her single mom, had a tough childhood. With low self-esteem, she became an outcast and was alone one too many times for her liking.With her mother's death and the fact that she never met her father or knew if he still existed, Aubrianne had no one to turn to. At seventeen, Aubrianne was left alone to navigate the unfamiliar world. Worse yet, her mother had hidden her from the truth and kept her sheltered all her life, so she had no idea of magical beings that lurked. Time spent at her part-time , she was forced to grow up, blossoming into a brave, confident, and determined young woman who walked right into an opportunity that would change her life forever.Will Aubrianne truly feel whole? Will she find what has been missing in her life? Will she allow herself happiness and joy? Will she find love, and most importantly, will she survive what's to come?Join Aubrianne as she discovers who/what she is and navigates all the heartbreak, betrayal, drama, and exciting, shocking, and thrilling events that come her way...

All Sophia Carter ever wanted was to dance—to feel the stage lights, the music, the spotlight—her dream was to become a national champion. And marriage? That was never part of her plan. Especially not to Ethan Blackwood—the arrogant playboy billionaire who didn’t even show up to their wedding, but sent someone else in his place!!!! But their parents didn’t care. The two been forced into a deal they never wanted strike a deal— stay marrief for 6 months and divorce. At first, it was war—silent arguments, cold stares, distance and chaos! But slowly… something started to happen…… Something real. Something powerful. Something undeniable Ethan who was struggling with his feelings, hated been trapped. He missed his freedom, his old carefree life. One night, in anger, he told his best friend— "I wish she would just disappear from the earth forever." It was just a harmless joke but not all words are to be joked with because his words came to pass just a week after. Sophia really vanished from earth. Her car reportedly crashed off a bridge. No body. No trace. Nothing. Ethan became a prime suspect especially when his car was seen at the scene an hour before the crash, and with that dark joke he made earlier… the world started asking— Did Ethan really do what he wished for? Or did Sophia fake her own death to escape the marriage? There’s another problem too—Vivian, Ethan's ex. The one who said she came to help… but started wearing Sophia’s clothes,Sophia’s jewelry and Sophia cars. So now the questions multiply— Is Sophia alive and held hostage somewhere? Why does Vivian look a little too happy that Sophia’s gone? Did she and Ethan plan the whole thing to take Sophia out of the picture?

Angielyn Jarina is supposed to be the sole heiress of her deceased parents inheritance kung hindi lang sana sumingit sa eksena ang bruhang step sister ng kanyang ama na siyang umangkin sa lahat ng mana na dapat ay nakapangalan sa kanyang papa. They're living just fine pero nayanig ang kanyang buhay sa biglaang pagkamatay ng kanyang mga magulang. Ang insidenteng ito ang nagtulak sa kanya para bawiin ang dapat ay pag-aari nila. Nag-iisa na lang siya! She got no parents now to wipe her tears when she feels so down. Kailangan niyang makuha ang gusto! Pero may malaking pero sa sitwasyon. Magiging posible lang ang nais niyang mangyari sa isang kundisyon — within a year, she must get pregnant! But she didn't want to take the risk of being a stranger's rush hour bride so she planned everything thoroughly. Her actions and decisions were calculated flawlessly. Everything is settled... That's what she thought! Pero nagkamali siya. Kung kailan akala niya ay umaayon na sa kanyang plano ang lahat ay saka naman siya biniro ng tadhana. Naihanda na ang lahat. Naisagawa na ang mga dapat gawin sa proseso. Tapos na sana... ang lahat. Not until she found out that she mistakenly used someone's sperm. Mabuti sana kung galing sa isang ordinaryong tao ang kanyang nagamit pero sa dami ba naman ng tao sa mundo, bakit pagmamay-ari pa iyon ng isang kilalang abogado? What will Angielyn do when it's already too late for a plan B?

In the shining skyscrapers of Manhattan’s multi-million dollar executive suites, two rulers dominate the entertainment industry yet not without conflict, cleverness, and fierce allure. Ace Rotherwell, merciless CEO and media tycoon, does not offer apologies, express emotions, or provide second chances. Particularly not for Noah Sinclair, the fugitive heir transformed into a pop culture figure who disappeared after their hidden relationship nearly set the company and their emotions ablaze. Now, Noah has returned… fiercer, more daring, and prepared to take back what he left behind: his legacy, his influence and possibly, Ace. Plunged into a chaotic office setup devised by PR, the duo must “co-lead” Sinclair Studios to salvage its deteriorating reputation. However, boardroom gatherings transform into sharp exchanges, late-night planning discussions evolve into playful confrontations, and every exchange of looks sizzles with mounting tension. One possesses a crown forged from dominance. The other dons celebrity as protection. Beneath the opulence and joy, there exists a past too complex to dismiss… and a connection too volatile to withstand. Amidst plotting aides, viral controversies, and old scars that remain fresh, Ace and Noah need to determine: Will they battle for their realm united …or allow it to disintegrate once more?

Kabir Devgan is a pompous spoilt rich brat, he follows in his father’s footsteps and becomes a doctor even though they both specialize in different fields. Kabir is forced to marry his high school girlfriend Clara who suffers from low self-esteem. Their marriage is a roller coaster of infidelity, manipulation, and heartbreak. Salman Devgan is a high-profile plastic surgeon, his numerous affairs cause his wife Veronica to binge eat and this makes her fall into depression, a sudden change of heart gives Veronica the mindset she needed to get her life back on track. Maya is raped by her supposed best friend Ethan which leads to her getting pregnant, her doctor Kabir is astonished by her ability to find joy in her pain. He decides to make his marriage to Clara work albeit too late as his wife is dying. Veronica later files for divorce but Salman won’t have it, veronica insists it’s too late for a change of heart. Maya and kabir find peace and friendship with each other but they are too broken to start all over again. Falling in love was not their cup of tea. Against all odds, they must all rise above the heartbreak, pain, and betrayal.

"Will you, Drew Walton, take Lilian Rose Martin, to be your lawful wedded wife, to share your life openly, standing with her in sickness and in health, in joy and in sorrow, in hardship and in ease, to cherish and love, now and forevermore?"Lily believed she had no purpose within her family. She had never been treated responsibly and frequently endured physical abuse from her father and other family members. Even the housemaids showed her no kindness, considering her a nuisance. Her value only became apparent when she was forced to marry into the Walton Family.Lily was terrified of Drew, the man she was to marry, but she was bound by her duty as a Martin.On their first wedding night, Drew confessed that he didn't like her. She was unlike the women he typically dated.Who would desire someone with her limited education, slim figure, and unattractive appearance?Nevertheless, she was determined to honor her marriage agreement with Drew rather than return to the Martins, who had mistreated her.[TRIGGER WARNING: This book contains adult language and themes, including graphic violence, explicit content, and instances of violence against women that may be disturbing to some readers. This book is intended for adult readers.]

Tatiana Mattew is offered as payment to a widowed man to be his wife so her father can pay off the colossal debt they owe to corrupt bankers. She has no desire to marry, much less to this man whose nickname is the Shady One. However, Tatiana is in love with her longtime boyfriend, Lucian. Now she will be forced to tell him about her impending marriage with that stranger. Dario Magghio, since his wife died giving birth to their only child, has lost his joy and faith in humanity. Since then, he has dedicated himself to taking care of his son Dante and his business has been failing. For this reason, he decides to get married so that his son will have the care and love he needs, which he feels he is unable to provide. Only then can he focus on his business and forget the pain of watching his son grow up without his mother. Life brings them an unexpected twist and news that will either leave them in emotional misery or absolute and eternal joy. Life presents second chances in love, even third chances, even if we are blind not to want to see it and deaf to not listen to the cries of sadness and anguish heard around us.