the substitute bride novel

Carol has always taken the fall for her irresponsible and spoiled younger sister, Victoria right from when they were young. When Victoria reveals that she is getting married to a billionaire whom she does not know out of the blues, Carol is surprised and tries to talk Victoria out of it. On the day of the wedding, Victoria absconds, at which point Carol’s parents reveal the horrible reason why Victoria was to be married off to the billionaire to her. As usual, their parents want Carol to bail her sister out and save the family from shame and danger by doing the unthinkable...marrying her sister's fiancée. Now, Carol is married to this cold and brooding stranger, who himself only agreed to a contract marriage with her because he needs to find his missing ex. Carol begins to fall in love with him…but all of a sudden, she finds herself in a competition with the ex, who suddenly shows up just when Sebastian begins to fall for Carol too.

Blurb... Olga a sweet beautiful Polish girl, has a huge crush on the son of a family friend by name Zane, a ruthless scillian mafia boss. Despite the fact he always ignored her. She has her eyes and heart on him ever since they where kids. Her hearts get shattered when she hears that he is getting married to his girlfriend Julia. But still she decides to attend the wedding to at least see him for the very last time before he gets married. On getting to the wedding it happens to be that the bride doesn't show up, due to some lackadaisical character of her's and Mr and Mrs Harrison after seeing how many guests sitted already for their son's wedding. Couldn't help but find an option for him. And guess who was the option??? Did they live happily ever after??? Did he see and love her as his wife???? Did he really feel anything for her despite the fact he always ignored her??? Read and find out.... Characters Protagonist Name:Zane Harrison. Age: Middle aged. Personality: Wise, kind and strong willed. Physical description: Tall, dignified, blue eyes and authoritative. (Apparently every woman's dream) Back ground: A scillian mafia born into wealth. Conflict: Struggles hard within himself to suppress what he feels for Olga and instead goes ahead to get married to someone who he feels totally nothing for out of desperation and pride. Antagonist Name: Olga Kowal Age: 24 Personality: Curious,naive and independent. Physical description: Slim, blonde hair, Tall and beautiful Background: Daughter of a wealthy up and doing clothing business man. Whose father also happens to be close business associate with Mr. Harrison Conflict: Struggles with her own prejaudices, misunderstanding's and situation fate has put her.

North Kennedy never imagined she would find herself in a contract marriage with her ex, Finn. But when the bride vanishes on their wedding day, Finn offers her a deal: marry him for six months, and he’ll fund her business dreams. Despite their painful past, North agrees, but insists on keeping her heart out of it. As their fake marriage turns real, fiery arguments, jealousy, and hidden emotions come to the surface. Finn’s older brother, Liam, sparks new complications, while Finn’s manipulative ex-fiancée threatens to reclaim him. But when North discovers the truth behind Finn’s intentions, she’s left heartbroken and pushed away. With a baby on the way and a battle of wills brewing, can they survive the lies, the jealousy, and their own hearts? Or will their second chance at love crumble under the weight of their past? A marriage of convenience. A love rekindled. Secrets, jealousy, and passion collide in this irresistible enemies-to-lovers romance!

Ang walang-hanggang pagmamahal ni Elizabeth sa kanyang yumaong ina ang nagtulak sa kanya na gumawa ng mga bagay na tanging isang desperado lamang ang nakakaunawa. Upang iligtas ang kumpanya ng kanyang ina, pumayag siyang pakasalan ang isang lalaki na dalawang beses sa kanyang edad. Walang paraan na makakatakas siya sa kahabag-habag na katotohanan, ngunit sa araw ng kasal, napangasawa niya ang maling nobyo na naging pinakamayamang tao sa bansa. Para siyang binigyan ng Langit ng isa pang pagkakataon at hindi niya hahayaang mawala ang pagkakataon. Gayunpaman, kaya ba niya ang tensyon sa tuwing malapit sa kanya ang pekeng asawa? Paano kung mahulog siya sa kanya? Mahuhuli ba siya? O mahuhulog siya sa mas kumplikadong sitwasyon? *** Ang pangarap ng bawat lalaki ay pagmasdan ang kanilang nobya na naglalakad sa pasilyo patungo sa kanila, gayunpaman, ang magandang panaginip ay naging isang bangungot nang makakita si Tyrone ng ibang babae sa ilalim ng belo. Tumakas ang kanyang nobya at napilitan siyang magpakasal sa isang estranghera. Para maging mas kumplikado ang lahat, kaka-appoint lang niya bilang President ng kumpanya at kailangan niyang mapanatili ang magandang reputasyon. Ang pagpapanatili sa kanyang pekeng nobya sa kanyang tabi ang tanging pagpipilian na natitira sa kanya. Gayunpaman, paano niya haharapin ang kanyang pagpipigil sa sarili kung ang babaeng napagkamalan niyang pinakasalan ay isang ganap na diyosa ng tukso?

Smith and Walker were known to be best friends and to strengthen their century-old friendship, they arranged marriage between Alaric Walker, the heir to W.Y Co. with the eldest daughter of Smiths who eloped with her sister's boyfriend leaving behind Annabelle Smith as her substitute to marry the cruel man.

For over a hundred years, the human town has provided the next mate for the reigning beasts and this year, a bride is required. Paisley and Nevaeh are from the family mandated to provide the next bride for the reigning beast. Nevaeh has been selected as the eldest daughter while Paisley is engaged to a man she loves. What happens when Nevaeh runs away the night before her collection and Paisley is asked to go in place of her sister to be the bride of the beast.

In a world ruled by power and betrayal, Blossom is a shy yet stunning young woman trapped under her uncle Alejandro's cruel control after losing her parents. With a deep hatred for her uncle and a burning desire for freedom, she feels like a pawn in a brutal game when her daring sister, Diana, escapes to find love, leaving Blossom to take her place in an arranged marriage to the brooding Alpha Dean. Dean is still haunted by his late wife, Eliza, whose memory looms large over the pack. When he unexpectedly rejects Blossom, she sees an opportunity to break free from Alejandro's grasp. In a bold move, she confronts Dean and convinces him to marry her. As Blossom steps into a new life, she faces hostility from those who resent her presence, including the bitter Liza and Eliza's vengeful sister, Fina. Misunderstandings abound, especially when Blossom misinterprets a moment between Dean and Liza, leaving her heartbroken and questioning her place in the pack. In this captivating tale of love, rivalry, and determination, Blossom must navigate dangerous alliances and complicated relationships. Will she find her true strength and escape the shadows of her past, or will she forever be trapped in a world of schemes and jealousy?

They had brought Olive into the Levine family under the shadow of illegitimacy, living a life concealed from the world. However, one day, her stepmother concocted a plan for a marriage replacement, coercing her into wedlock with Edward Johnson. She demanded that Olive take on the role of her stepsister. Olive found herself bound to a man notorious as ‘The Devil,’ an unsightly and disfigured villain. Little did she know, he harbored a well-kept secret. His mother had perished in a blaze, ignited by his stepbrother, transforming him into a vengeful figure. To pursue his vendetta, he sought to marry Olive’s stepsister, believing her to be entangled with his stepbrother. And he was deceived by them again... What would transpire when Edward uncovered the ruse? Would he spare her life? Could Olive soften the heart of this ruthless beast? __ The room was dark when he emerged behind me. His fingers skimmed against my bare shoulder, making me flinch, and his warm breath caressed my ear while his hand slipped down my navel. "Your body is mine, if not your heart." His hoarse voice made me close my eyes shut.

When Ava was forced to marry her stepsister Dora's impoverished fiancé Ethan, they never met. But the groom turned out to be a super hot billionaire. Dora snatched her wedding dress and wanted to be the bride again. Ava sat among the guests. Ethan, however, walked straight towards Ava and said to her, "You are the only one I want to marry."

Ang babaeng palaban sa buhay, writer na madiskarte, at mahiyain na ipakita ang kaniyang mukha ay kilala sa bayan ng Bayabas. Her name is Trinah, who experiences heartaches in life, exists with purpose, and moving after challenges as usual. May isang pangyayari sa kaniya ang dahilan kung bakit dumating sa kaniya si Fin, ang kaniyang anak. Sa bagong buhay na haharapin niya, sadyang nabuhay ang mga taong susubok sa kaniyang kakayanan. Ikakasal siya kay Andrew, isang mayaman, masunurin sa magulang, at mapagmal na kapatid. Sa kanilang pagsasama, anong klaseng relasyon ang mayro'n sa kanila? Paano nila haharapin ang mga katotohanang nabalot sa kasinungalingan?