What Is A Picaresque

"Married?" I smiled wryly. "Are you referring to that miserable marriage?" All I remember is that marriage is hell-like suffering. Even I can still feel the pain, disappointment, and betrayal Ash Knight inflicted on me. So, why did he have to bring up that fucking marriage when we had been separated for so long. For years I loved him and he threw me away like trash. And he came back and tried to hurt me again. "I can even make her kneel at my feet with just a few sweet words. She is just a woman who is crazy about me even though I have done many things, she will still love me like a loyal female dog," Ash Knight said. I, Freya Loraine, swear revenge on Ash Knight. He is nothing but my ex husband who wants me back.

Skylar’s entire life shattered the moment she walked into her bedroom and saw her husband, Farrow, tangled in the sheets with another woman. And her heart broke even more when she found out—that woman was Farrow’s fated mate. But as days turned into weeks, Farrow began to fade away; his vibrant spirit and sharp mind were nowhere to be found and he seemed to dote on his fated mate with an obsessive devotion that bordered on madness. Driven by suspicion, Skylar uncovered a dark truth: Farrow wasn’t bound by fate at all… he was in a powerful love spell, cast by the woman he believed to be his mate. The witch had manipulated him into a toxic relationship, feeding off his strength and breaking him down. Determined to save the man she once loved, Skylar vows to help Farrow break free from the spell’s grip. But forgiveness is a different matter entirely. Even when their wolves form a chosen mate bond, the memory of his betrayal lingers like a scar on her soul. Farrow may be free from the witch’s curse, but earning Skylar’s trust again? That’s a battle he might never win.

🔥Her mate abandoned her for her sister. His dangerous brother decided to keep her.🔥 Olivia Reed's one-sided love for Eric ended in public humiliation when he ditched her at the airport during the camp trip for another woman-her own sister. Alone and exposed, she wished the earth would swallow her whole. Then a voice, dark and luring, cut through the air: "She's with me." It was Killian Roosevelt. Eric's estranged brother. Where Eric is false sunshine, Killian is all brooding danger, tattoos, and deadly allure. He wasn't part of her plan. Neither was sharing a room together. Now, forced into close proximity with the one man her husband hates most, Olivia is about to discover that sometimes salvation comes from the most forbidden place... And it looks damn good in leather. ~~~~~~ This is a dark, steamy standalone werewolf romance with themes of revenge, secrets, possession, and healing. Reader discretion is advised due to mature content and triggering themes, including violence and abuse, etc. 🔞

Accused of a murder she didn’t commit, Lyra—a gentle healer and omega—flees from a pack that only ever saw her as weak. But fate has different plans, leading her into the life of the ruthless Alpha Tristan of the Night Howlers pack. Drawn to the woman he believes is hiding deadly secrets, Tristan finds himself torn between his suspicions and a fierce desire he doesn’t understand. Trapped in a world of betrayals, hidden magic, and a dangerous prophecy, Lyra begins to unlock her true heritage—a power that can either save or doom them all. But when an ancient enemy returns to claim her life and everything she loves, she realizes that her bond with Tristan may be the only thing that can stop a war. As enemies circle closer, a terrifying choice looms: trust the mate who broke her heart or watch the entire realm burn. Will Lyra and Tristan defy their fates…or be consumed by them?

Violetta Grizelle, is a witch who disguises herself as an ordinary human, to carry out a mission from her father. In that mission, Violetta must be met with two immortal beings at once. Edward is a vampire who is always after the sacred blood that only exists in Violetta's body. Smith, the strongest Alpha werewolf suddenly claims Violetta as his mate. They all have their omissions and secrets. One day, all their secrets are slowly revealed. Making things even more complicated and difficult. Can Violetta carry out her father's mission, or will she give up? Because in that mission, Violetta had to choose between love and revenge.

Never did vampires and werewolves get along. The two clans considered that their clan was the best. However, because of a bond of fate, they will unite. Is this an indication that the two clans will make peace, or will their conflict intensify? This begins with the story of Orlando Arsenio Raymond, an Alpha from the Redwood Pack who has waited a long time for his mate. He is very patient and constantly optimistic, perhaps this is not the greatest time for him to find his mate. On a bright day, Orlan saw a woman who made his heart beat faster and made wide his eyes. He had a wonderful and surprising day. How come? It turned out that the long-awaited mate he had been seeking was a vampire!

Si Bonita Georgina Martinez aka Borge ay isang scholar student sa High East International University at nagmula sa probinsiya ng cebu. Dahil panganay sa pitong magkakapatid at nagmula sa mahirap na pamilya ay nagsumikap siya. Bukod sa pagiging scholar ay working student din siya. Para makapag- padala ng pera sa kanyang mga magulang at makatulong sa mga ito. Minsan din ay sumasali siya sa mga beauty pageant para may ipangdadag sa kanyang mga pambili ng mga projects. Morena beauty, matangkad at matalino. Dahil sa nag- iisa lang siya sa maynila ay wala siyang masyadong kakilala kundi ang kanyang mga professor at mga kaklase. Dahil sa kapabayaan ng isang tenant ng kanyang bording house na inuupahan ay nasunog ang kanyang tinutuluyan. Kaya naman nang malaman ng isa sa kanyang professor na si Mrs. Trina Cruz ang kanyang sitwasyon ay inalok siya nitong tumira muna sa kanyang bahay dahil wala naman daw siyang kasama sa bahay. Dahil ang kanyang mga anak ay sa condo unit nakatira. Pero hindi niya naman aakalain na ang isang anak nito ay isang sikat na celebrity ng bansa at ang kanyang ultimate happy crush! At nakilala niya ng personal si Kristoff Dale Cruz aka Toffy Cruz ang kilabot ng mga kolehiyala dahil sa galing nitong kumanta at umarte sa harap ng camera. Modelo at endorser ng iba’t – ibang mga sikat na produkto sa bansa. Dahil sa isang kontrobersiyal na kinasangkutan nito ay nagpahinga muna ang binata sa showbiz at maninirahan kasama ang kanyang ina. Matatagalan kaya ni Borge na tumira sa bahay ng kanyang professor kasama ang kanyang ultimate happy crush…??? Paano kung ma- inlove sa kanya ang isa Toffy Cruz??? Paano niya haharapin ang mga fans ng loveteam nito na magiging bashers niya?....

Three Years Ago, An Emergency Mission changed her life, Brought her both pains, Frustration and Joy. Three Years Later, Another Mission gave her a Husband. Can someone please tell her how she became the Bride of this occasion? The Unexpected wedding changed the Life Of Scarlett Blaze for the Second time in 3 years. She thought she could escape from it but then things began to tie them together. The Results of three years ago, Their feelings. When they thought they could finally accept each other but then Rift was created One is an Assassin, One is a Solider One is Wanted, One is a Hero. How could two people who are Opposites be able to be together?

Anita has always wanted a mate, one that will save her from all the pain and torment she receives in her pack. But finds out on her 21st birthday that the alpha of her pack, the cause of all her pain and torture, the murderer or her parent, was her mate. Not only did he reject her, but he sold her away as a gift to the most feared lycan. Rumours whispered that Orion was cursed by the moon goddess, having lost two previous mates in brutal and mysterious circumstances. Everyone expected Anita to meet the same fate, lasting no more than two weeks in his pack. But Anita defied the odds, surviving over two weeks under Orion's rule. And then, something unexpected happened. Orion, the feared and ruthless lycan, began to worship the ground Anita walked on.

Hidup bersama dalam satu atap dengan orang yang kita suka, apakah bisa? Bagai cerita, hal ini terjadi pada gadis SMA bernama Heira Attaya, kematian kedua orang tuanya yang terbilang mengenaskan menjadi salah satu penyebab utama, yang menimbulkan kepribadian ganda terhadap gadis SMA itu. Apakah Heira bisa bertahan setelah mengetahui sebab di balik kematian orang tuanya yang berkaitan dengan orang yang dia suka? Entahlah yang pasti sebuah peristiwa telah mengubah segalanya, gadis itu tiba-tiba menghilang, benar-benar menghilang tanpa meninggalkan sedikitpun pesan.