The Substitute Wife Book

MATED is book #2 in a new paranormal romance series by bestselling author Bella Lore, whose series MY TRUE MATE and THE ALPHA’S MATE have over 500 five-star reviews.

“I couldn’t stop reading.”

--Reader review (My True Mate)

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When her father suddenly dies, Winter Grace, 17, is forced to fly across the country and attend a mysterious prep school, an ancient castle in a fog-covered island on the coast of Maine. Nothing here is what it seems, and it isn’t long before Winter, feeling a surging power for the first time, realizes that she is not who—or what—she thinks she is.

But when Winter feels an inexplicable crush for an elusive and dangerous boy at the school, she realizes a greater destiny is at play. She knows the relationship might destroy them both—yet she also knows that they can never be apart.

In MATED, Winter and her crush embark on a dangerous quest to retrieve the magic relic and save their friends their school.

Yet they have no idea of the fate awaiting them—or what they will need to do for each other to survive.

Creating an unforgettable world of vampires, werewolves, shifters and magic of all sorts, a world of fantasy, love and sacrifice, MORTAL will take you to another place, rife with shocking twists and turns. Fans of books such as Vampire Academy and Twilight and Crush are sure to fall in love!

Future books in the series are also available.

"The story was very well written and was unique as compared to other shifter stories.”

--Reader review (The Alpha’s Mate)

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“Excellent from start to finish and leaves you wanting more.”

--Reader review (My True Mate)

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They thought breaking her would be easy. But from the ashes of betrayal, she rose stronger than ever. Mary Martel was the perfect wife—obedient, loyal, invisible. Until her husband, Alfred Martel, discarded her like trash for his pregnant secretary, Selena. Broken and humiliated, Mary Martel vanished from the spotlight, presumed defeated. But behind the silence, she was rebuilding herself—sharpening her scars into weapons, her grief into armor. Now she’s back. Not as the meek wife they used to mock, but as a powerful, enigmatic woman with one purpose: To destroy the man who broke her, expose the woman who deceived her, and prove that a wife may bend—but never breaks. Love, vengeance, secrets, and twisted redemption collide in this fast-paced, emotional rollercoaster that will keep you breathless until the last page.

Do you believe in love after marriage? The accidental meeting and unexpected love brought Dustin Ibarra and Irish Rebana together. Dustin accidentally hit Irish with his car one rainy day while Irish was running across the road that day. He helped Irish and brought her to the hospital. He paid all her bills and medicines. He also gave Irish enough compensation for what happened. Irish apologized to him. She was the wrong one that day for suddenly running across the road that’s why the accident happened. They meet again accidentally on the road while Dustin is figuring out the solution to his Grandfather’s demand for him to inherit the company by getting married. He offered Irish for a contract marriage and Irish accepted his offer because of her mothers circumstances. They married secretly. She works in Dustin’s company and they live together to fulfill their husband and wife duty and to show to Dustin’s Grandfather that they live happily as a couple. Problem arises and Irish leave Dustin without him knowing where they are. Three years passed and they met again. Their Feelings for each other remained even though they never saw each other for so long.

Mistfalls Wilderness Camp is an awful place, a series of islands in the rainy Northwest, populated by delinquents and outcasts from their families. It is supposed to be a remedial place—but Taylor soon learns something else is happening here. They are training the kids here for something. But what?These kids are all different, not normal somehow. And as Taylor herself goes through changes she doesn’t understand, she can’t help but wonder: is she different, too? But when she finds herself having a crush on a mysterious boy, Taylor realizes he is not what he seems—and that her own destiny may be far greater than she imagined.But will their forbidden love take them both down for good?Weaving a world of fantasy, love, destiny and sacrifice, WISH is a page-turning vampire saga, one that will whisk you away to another place and make you fall in love with a bold new heroine as you turn pages late into the night. With shocking twists and turns at every corner, you will not put it down. Fans of books such as Crush, Twilight and Vampire Academy are sure to fall in love!Future books in the series are also available.

Cassandra finds herself in a precarious financial situation due to her mother's mounting medical bills. Just when things couldn't seem to get any worse, fate intervenes in the form of the charming and prosperous Jasper, who proposes an irresistible proposition. He offers her a chance to pretend to be his wife for a year, which will help him handle his overbearing parents. Although the offer seems ludicrous, Cassandra finds herself in a bind and unable to refuse. As they embark on this fake relationship, they must learn each other's habits and quirks, blurring the lines between their fabricated romance and true feelings. But complications arise when Jasper's stunning ex-girlfriend appears on the scene, leaving Cassandra to question everything. In the midst of the unfolding drama, will Cassandra be able to navigate the complexities of her fake marriage with Jasper, or will the allure of his ex-girlfriend prove to be too much to handle?

Eve was a lover girl through and through that was why when Sinclair Stone came professing his undying love for her, Eve couldn't help but fall in love with her prince charming. Eva gave up everything; wealth, royalty and fame just to be with the love of her life. But, just after the wedding, Eva became a forgotten piece in her own home. The man she loved, turned his back on her. Troubled by this, Eve began seeing answers, anything that would help her fix her marriage and that was when she found out; Sinclair Stone never loved her, she was just a pawn in his game.

Nag-umpisa sa isang arrange marriage Ang relasyon na kailangan buuin nina Niel at Mekki. Dahil pinakasundo sila ng kanilang mga magulang. Dahil may ibang mahal si Niel at kakahiwalay lang nila nito. Kaya Hindi pa ito handa sa bagong relasyon. Pero Wala siyang magawa kailangan niyang tuparin Ang kasunduan ng amang yumao sa mga Reynares sa pamilya ni Mekki. Pero pa ano Pala kong Ang akala na anak Ng mga Reynares ay Hindi Pala tunay na Reynares. Magagawa bang tanggapin iyon ni Niel at Ang kayang Ina? At paano Kong bumalik Ang dating kasintahan nito at gusto niyang bawiin si Niel. Hahayaan ba ni Mekki. Na maagaw si Niel sa kanya. Paano sila magtitiwala sa isa't Isa at patunayan Ang kanilang pagmamahalan.

Book 1 In a realm set in the future, where the human race has fallen and shifters now rule, comes the epic adventure and tale of The Delta’s Daughter. Epic Shifter Fantasy, Adventure & Romance All Lamia ever wanted was to serve her prince, Become the Delta to the New Moon Kingdom, Find her mate and live happily ever after. But the fates had other ideas. Love, tragedy, and betrayal follow Lamia as she discovers her family’s heritage. With the mark of a royal, an unbreakable bond with the prince, and a wolf from the king’s past, wanting to claim Lamia for himself: Follow this epic tale of the Delta’s Daughter as she grows into the strongest shifter in the realm and faces challenges, war, heartache, and love. It’s all sweet and innocent… until it isn’t. A dark and dangerous adventure awaits you. **For a mature audience. Contains a trigger chapter. Explicit language, and scenes of a sexual nature. Adult themes, sex, violence.** The first book in an eight-book series. Step into the shifter realm where each story focuses on a different character but builds into one bigger story.

ROMANCE DEWASA 21+ Harap Bijak dalam membaca! ***** Ini kisah tentang Gaby, wanita angkuh yang sangat perfectsionis. Gaby menikah dengan Gibran atas dasar perjodohan. Setelah mengetahui rahasia kelam Gibran, Gaby yang marah besar dan langsung mengajukan perjanjian pernikahan bahwa setelah satu Tahun menikah nanti mereka harus bercerai. Ini kisah tentang Mirella, wanita simpanan seorang mafia kelas kakap bernama Freddy Santiago. Mirella yang merupakan cinta masa lalu Gibran. Hingga pada suatu ketika takdir mempertemukan mereka kembali dan mempersatukan mereka dalam ikatan suci tali pernikahan. Ini kisah tentang Gibran, lelaki yang memiliki dua istri di mana salah satu istrinya adalah seorang psikopat. Siapakah gerangan dia? Apakah Gaby? Atau Mirella? Temukan jawabannya dalam kisah mereka!

Heather Cassia Del Puerto has every reason to be loved. Citing from people's definitions, she's the epitome of beauty and intelligence. In addition, she has enough wealth and power being the La Villamorés' second owner. However, everyone was suffocated by her so-called perfect insight, and the audacity to think she is always right. Her holier-than-thou attitude annoyed everybody, but a particular tycoon is an exception—Lord Lavigne. Consequently, she didn't bother to change a bit after countless troubles, confident enough that the man everybody has been dreaming of is not going to leave her . . . Or so she thought.