What Was Dumbledore's Wand Made Of

Ali is an extraordinary woman struggling to reconcile her dual nature as a half-vampire, half-Phoenix shifter. Her life takes a chaotic and emotionally charged turn when she becomes entangled in a passionate love triangle that's further complicated by her determination to uncover the identity of the concealed evils that are threatening her father, a ruthless but honest Bravata King. After a huge battle she just wanted to relax however her life takes a chaotic and emotionally charged turn with her past comes back. Soon she is not only entangled in a passionate love triangle but now she has to uncover the identity of the concealed evils that are threatening her father, the ruthless but honest Bravata King. On one side of her tumultuous heart is a man that she has a long history with but betrayed her once. His irresistible charm and dangerous allure make it impossible for Ali to resist him, even as she questions his hidden motives. On the other side is a man whose fiery passion matches her own and so does his temper. The intense connection they share ignites flames that threaten to consume them both. Despite the undeniable destiny that binds them, Ali fights her own emotions, torn between the magnetic pull of her lovers and her duty to protect her father's legacy. As she delves deeper into her investigation, Ali uncovers a web of deception, long-buried family secrets, and dangerous alliances that threaten not only her father's life but the delicate balance between supernatural factions in the Bravata. Time is running out, and Ali must confront the demons within her own heart, make heart-wrenching choices, and embrace her unique heritage to save her family and unearth the truth.

She thought she’d found her fairytale… until the fairytale turned into a nightmare. When Sarah married billionaire Austin, she believed her life had finally taken a beautiful turn. But behind the mansion doors and expensive smiles, Austin's love became her prison. His charm turned to cruelty. His promises became bruises. The final blow came not from his fists — but from her best friend’s betrayal. Broken and humiliated, She swore to rise again, no matter who stood in her way. Then came Richard, a stranger with kind eyes and a past as dark as hers. He offered her help, but what Sarah didn’t know was that Richard carried a secret that could destroy them both. Now, trapped between love and vengeance, Sarah must decide: Will she heal the scars of her past, or use them as weapons against the man who made her bleed?

I'm 29 years old, nearly 30 and so far, my sister and Photography have been my life and soul. Ever since I stepped foot in my first darkroom during my Sophomore year I always had a hunch that this would be my true passion. Since I held my first camera. Set up my first tripod, captured my first photo and filmed my first piece. I just knew that this is what I wanted to do. My life has been a complicated mess since I was 10 years old. My life was thrown away by my parents because I was a burden to them, I had a pen pal who I vented my anger out on for years yet he had become a huge part of my life. I haven't had a serious relationship in...well...ever and It's not every day that you find a man wanting to talk to you...granted, this man is the one who spilt his coffee down me the first time we met and from then on he became the Baine of my existence. I live in Texas City, Houston and I love what I do, the freedom it gives me being behind a camera but it also comes with a price when you least expect it. My life was complicated enough but when I vent out on a secret to this man, my feelings towards him become stir crazy and a whirlwind of emotions. One's I didn't want in the first place because 2 weeks before meeting said man...I was applying for a year long fellow ship abroad. A once in a lifetime opportunity to go to one of Spain's most explored and cultured cities - Barcelona.

Meet Calliope Montague, a strikingly beautiful bohemian artist with a nasty but well-hidden past. When Calliope's father who has strictly forbidden her from pursuing her passion for art, signs a contract with a long lost friend that binds her in marriage to a mysterious billionaire, Calliope must decide what path to take—surrender or rebellion. As Calliope struggles to find healing from the hurts and bitterness of her past, she realises that she is fast falling in love with a man she is supposed to hate. Will Calliope conquer her fears and embrace love in its sacrificial fullness, or is the price too steep?

I have the same due date as Roxanne Coleman, the childhood sweetheart of my Alpha Mate, Sebastian Graham. However, her pup has been diagnosed with a congenital heart defect. That means it will never be as strong as a normal pup and may not even survive its first shift. Even the healers advise her not to give birth. Just as I begin to pity Roxanne, Sebastian makes a request that shatters me. He asks me to give our pup to her. "Roxanne's pack is harsh on her. They demand she bear a powerful heir," he explains patiently. "If they find out her pup is born with a heart defect, they'll kill her. "Please, I beg you. Save her. Let her take our pup." I stare at Sebastian in disbelief. "Are you saying we should trade our healthy pup for her defective one?" Seeing how resistant I am, he doesn't answer. In fact, he doesn't need to. … A month later, during a prenatal checkup, Sebastian secretly switches my medical report with Roxanne's. I can't believe he truly plans to steal my pup for her. At that moment, I broke down completely. So, I sever our mate bond and leave with our unborn pup. While Sebastian frantically searches for me, I accept the Temple of the Moon's invitation and become the only one who can speak to the Moon Goddess and deliver her oracles. And my pup will be the next Chosen One. From that day on, Sebastian is nothing to me.

“One night. Make love to me for one night and I’ll never bother you again.” Valerie practically begged Rick. “Fuck off, I’m not interested.” he replied, dismissing her with a wave. >>>>>>>>> Valerie Calder, also known as ‘The Duchess,’ never begs. Never pursues. And most importantly, NEVER repeats lovers. As a young wealthy widow with the world at her feet, she’s accustomed to owning every room, and commanding every attention. Men trip over themselves just to gain her attention, all hoping to be her next fling. Ever since she inherited her aged late husband’s wealth, no one has been able to say ‘NO’ to her, except one man. RICK!! He doesn’t just refuse her - he disregards her entirely, dismisses her like she is nothing, and when others see a goddess, he sees an annoying housefly. But what Rick doesn’t know about Valerie Calder is simple: When she can’t have something, she wants it even more. And she’s never wanted anything like she wants him.

"Why did you leave me, Mom? I'm left alone in this cold world," Aries cried, still reeling from her mother's passing. After her father's downward spiral and remarriage to the cruel Victoria, Aries is forced to marry into the powerful Argent family to regain their status. She navigates her new life, she meets Alexander Argent, who hides his kind heart behind a cold exterior. As they grow closer, they face numerous obstacles, including Victoria's schemes, Alexander's trust issues, and the pressure to secure the Argent legacy. Can their love heal their emotional scars and overcome the forces against them? (Enjoy the story, cooking up something amazing)

The day Stella Jameson was released early from prison for good behavior, my husband Samuel Xenos, who was always so calm and collected, lost control. He did everything he could to please Stella in her bed. He said that our marriage was nothing but fake. He never had any real feelings for me. And that lawsuit, for which he risked his life to win for me three years ago, was nothing but a complete setup. [Zara, the man you love most is just my dog. He comes whenever I call. He has always been like this. He’s no different from Victor back then.] That was the message Stella sent me to taunt me. I wiped my tears and prepared a big surprise for them.

Aricka Evangelista, a red-haired girl with a pair of pitch-black eyes, never knew that one day she'll be chased to death by something that kills and possesses the body of those who have seen a certain book, the Death of God. The book contains secrets of the light and the dark and according to the myth, everyone who touched and read it will be taken by an unknown force and their body will be used to also kill others who will next take possession of the book. The more she runs, the more people are affected, and the more they chase her, the more she discovers.

Sa ilalim ng katahimikan ng Hacienda Cortez ay nag-aalab ang apoy ng kasalanan at paghihiganti. Matapos ang limang taon ng paglalakbay sa dilim, bumalik si Don Rafael Cortez, ang pinakabatang pinuno ng sindikatong Cortez, upang ipaghiganti ang pagkamatay ng kanyang kapatid. Ngunit sa kanyang pagbabalik, nakatadhana siyang makaharap ang anak ng kanyang kalaban—Selena Villafranca, ang babaeng may dugo ng kaaway at apoy ng pag-ibig sa kanyang mga mata. Ginawang bihag ni Rafael si Selena bilang kabayaran ng dugo. Ngunit sa bawat gabi ng katahimikan, unti-unting nagbabago ang hangin sa pagitan nila, mula sa galit tungo sa pagnanasa, at mula sa kasalanan tungo sa pagtubos. Sa gitna ng abo ng Hacienda Cortez, kailangan nilang pumili: pag-ibig na magpapalaya o sumpang magtatapos sa kanila.