Trauma Thesaurus

When the House Fell Silent is a gripping and emotional family saga that delves into the lives of five siblings — Abby, Aubrey, Tshepo, Mathapelo, and the youngest, Gail — after the sudden death of their father. The novel explores the struggles of grief, the challenges of responsibility, the shadows of abuse, and the weight of family expectations. As the siblings navigate the complexities of marriage, work, and personal trauma, their mother emerges as a steadfast pillar, guiding them through turmoil while facing her own battles as an unemployed matriarch. With in-laws disputing the will and old family wounds resurfacing, the narrative captures the resilience, heartbreak, and courage required to survive. Told with intensity and sensitivity, this novel is a tale of love, loss, and the enduring strength of family bonds. Through trials and triumphs, When the House Fell Silent is ultimately a story of hope, healing, and the voices that must rise to reclaim a family’s future.

Duda yang sudah enam kali menikah dan sulit punya anak dipertemukan dengan seorang janda kembang yang tak lagi percaya cinta karena pengkhianatan yang dilakukan mantan suaminya setelah sepuluh tahun mereka bersama. Mila menutup rapat-rapat hatinya dari lelaki manapun yang mendekat, ia trauma untuk kembali menjalin hubungan karena takut berakhir luka seperti sebelumnya. Sosok Mila yang membuat jatuh hati, sepanjang empat puluh lima tahun hidupnya, Zayn baru merasakan yang namanya jantung berdebar karena seorang wanita. Tanpa mereka sadari keduanya memiliki urusan yang belum tuntas di masa lalu. Bahkan apa yang terjadi pada Zayn adalah kutukan yang keluar dari mulut Mila.

"Menikahlah denganku Amber, maka akan aku lunasi hutang-hutang keluargamu." "Tapi kamu seorang gay, mana mungkin kamu menikah denganku... " Dave dikenal dengan julukan pria gay setelah perceraiannya dengan Bella. Namun kehadiran Amber telah mencairkan gunung es yang sudah lama bercokol di hatinya yang membuatnya malas untuk menjalin hubungan dengan wanita lain. Namun bukan hal mudah bagi Amber untuk mendapatkan cinta Dave yang memiliki trauma pernikahan. Perlu waktu dan perjuangan sampai akhirnya Dave menyadari kalau tidak semua wanita seperti Bella. Lalu apa jadinya jika cinta telah tumbuh antara Dave dan Amber dan Bella hadir kembali dan ingin kembali pada Dave?

Seorang manajer toko buku tampan yang penyendiri dan pemalu bernama Zach, berkenalan dengan mahasiswi cantik bernama Chalandra Aluna. membuat Zach jatuh hati dan tergila gila semenjak hari pertama perjumpaan mereka. Makin lama rasa suka Zach berubah menjadi obsesi yang mendalam dan dia mulai menguntit Chal untuk mengetahui segala sesuatu tentang dirinya dan membuatnya jatuh cinta padanya. Namun, obsesi Zach segera menjadi tidak terkendali dan diluar batas ketika dia mulai mencoba mengendalikan setiap aspek kehidupan Chal dan mengenyahkan apapun yang menghalangi cintanya ___Akankah Zach mendapatkan cinta sejati yang diimpikanya, sementara dia sendiri mengidap Erotomania akut yang mati-matian dia lawan akibat trauma masa lalunya?

"In three days, you will attend the Rejection Ceremony,""The Alpha needs to have a strong mate by his side to lead the Pack successfully," Lily's father explained, "And that is not you, an Omega." Lily Bray was the Omega of the Blue Creek Pack, but not just any omega. She was the omega illegitimate daughter of the Alpha. Her life was worse when she was forced to reject her mate, the Alpha to be to the Grey Blood Pack, and be mated to his disfigured, ruthless reject brother.Garrett Hunter, the second-born son of the Alpha of the Grey Blood Pack, is a disfigured outcast with a reputation for being ruthless. Much to his surprise, Lily is his long-awaited mate, and he is Lily’s second chance mate. What will happen when the two broken souls meet?Will Lily recover from the trauma of breaking her mating bond? Will she accept Garrett as her mate?Read to find out.

Arga Gala Anata digosipkan seorang Gay?! Itu semua terjadi setelah masalalunya yang menimbulkan trauma mendalam dan membuat Arga sangat membenci wanita. Untuk berdekatan dan bersentuhan saja membuatnya mual dan berkeringat dingin. Gosip buruk mengenai dirinya perlahan kian membesar hingga berhembus di perbincangan rekan bisnis Ayahnya. Ayah Romi Anata yang tak mau nama putra tersayangnya menjadi lebih buruk pun menikahkan Arga dengan seorang wanita yang pernah ditolongnya dulu. Seorang wanita kasar dan barbar yang Ayah Romi syukuri tak membuat Arga mual serta takut jika di dekatnya. Sebaliknya, Arga justru selalu terlihat kesal namun tak mau jauh dari Teresia.

Being raised by her grandma has always made her feel abandoned, like she was an orphan. Her rebellious nature was a sign of wanting to be heard, to be seen. She has always been fierce but from the shadows. A girl with a kind heart but not wanting to let anybody in. What happens when the past that shattered her childhood catches up to her? All the nightmares, trauma, and constant anxiety seem to resurface, and it seems like Avethandwa can only find solace in one man: Bangizwe Mboyo. Born to a Zulu woman and a Congolese father, Bangizwe is a troubled soul who seems to fight with his own demons, but for her, he'll fight her demons instead. Will their love be enough to fight against all odds and will it stand straight against all the storms that try hard to divide them?

Ava Collins, is a twenty-one year old who's been dealt her fair share of pain. Losing her parents at a young age, being abused, and assaulted leads to her lashing out and becoming the most feared bounty hunter in America. But you can't have the good without the bad, can you? Someone like her must have enemies, and they were responsible for her being thrown in a behavioral management school where she meets people who she finally cares much about. Especially two guys. This story isn’t your average romance triangle. This story revolves around trauma, drama, blood, loss and of course love. At the end of the day, the real question is: Will love conquer it all? Or will her numerous enemies be too much for them to bear?

Zelina, sosok gadis yang memiliki masa lalu kelam dengan lelaki yang memiliki usia yang terpaut 3 tahun lebih tua darinya. Sena Pradipta, sosok lelaki yang hampir saja merusak masa depan Zelina karena sebagai pembuktian rasa cintanya. Namun tak disangka, justru hal itu membuat Zelina menjauh darinya. Tak hanya itu, dirinya juga sempat trauma akan hal itu. Bagi Sena , membuat Zelina menjauh darinya adalah kesalahan yang fatal. Melepaskan sosok mutiara yang mampu membuat hidupnya kacau tak terarah. Akankah Sena mampu membuat Zelina kembali lagi ke dalam hidupnya lagi?. "Terkadang mencintai tidak harus memiliki, akan tetapi juga harus melepaskan membiarkannya bahagia."

This book is for the people who feel as if they are alone. This book isn’t just about a love story but also about trauma that comes with wanting to be loved. I don’t condone anything that this book is about. This is awareness. Somewhere in this world this happening to so many people. This is for them. For them to know you aren’t alone, you are heard, and it is NOT your fault. These topics need to be talked about. You will fall into their lives, feel connected to at least one of these characters. And some you will despise. You will see everyone’s point of view and what they think. Giving you breaks from certain characters. I hope you love and see the potential within this novel. And if you have triggers, please don’t read. This book is filled with triggers to help people see that they are heard! To spread awareness! With much love- Marie Dallas ❤️