Nova Ashford

Blurb: For Jason Williams, life has always been about power, wealth, and control. At twenty-seven, the young American billionaire has built an empire, but the one thing he never expected was to lose control of his heart-to a lady. During the days of his luxurious three-month vacation in Asia, Jason meets Olivia-a breathtaking, enigmatic woman with piercing green eyes and a voice that lingers in his mind long after she's gone. She is everything he never knew he needed-captivating, confident, and dangerously irresistible. Their connection is instant. He falls hard, and they began a secret relationship. But fate plays a cruel trick. Days after returning home, Jason is haunted by thoughts of Olivia-until she suddenly appears in his family home. This time, she isn't a beautiful stranger. She is his mother's long-lost sister. A Forbidden Desire. A Family in Ruins. A Dangerous Truth. For years, Evelyn Williams, Jason's mother, has buried her past beneath carefully woven lies. But Olivia's return isn't just a family reunion-it's a reckoning. Beneath her charm lies a storm of secrets, an agenda cloaked in vengeance, and a truth so dark it could destroy everything Jason thought he knew. Jason is thrown into emotional turmoil. The woman he desires is now untouchable, but resisting her feels impossible. The more he fights it, the stronger the pull. But there's more at stake than just his forbidden attraction-Olivia's presence is unraveling a decades-old deception, and his mother will do anything to keep it buried. Then, Jason stumbles upon the real reason Olivia has returned. She isn't just seeking revenge-she's hiding something far more dangerous. A truth so explosive it could rip their family apart forever. With every revelation, Jason is forced deeper into a twisted game of love, betrayal, and family secrets. He stands at a crossroads-does he expose Olivia and protect his family? Or does he give in to his desires and risk losing himself in the most dangerous woman he's ever met? Some secrets should never be uncovered. Some desires can never be denied. Will Jason escape Olivia's dangerous web, or is he destined to become her greatest pawn?

As the young couple embarks on their romantic getaway to the secluded island paradise, little do they know that their dream vacation will soon turn into a nightmare of suspense and intrigue. The discovery of the hidden cave and its ancient treasure sets off a chain of events that will push their relationship to its limits. With each clue they uncover, the couple finds themselves drawn deeper into a web of deceit and danger. The cryptic message hints at a dark past and a long-lost treasure that holds the key to unlocking the island's secrets. But as they delve further into the mystery, they realize they are not alone in their quest. Ruthless treasure hunters lurk in the shadows, determined to claim the riches for themselves. As the couple races against time to unravel the truth, they must navigate a dangerous game of cat and mouse where betrayal and danger lurk around every corner. With their love tested in ways they never could have imagined, the couple must rely on each other's strength and unwavering commitment to survive the perilous journey ahead. Will they unlock the secrets of the past and claim the legendary treasure, or will they fall victim to the darkness that surrounds them? Only time will tell in this thrilling tale of love, danger, and mystery on the island adventure of a lifetime.

Elena's life has never been easy. She's 23, broke, and working long hours at a small café just to keep a roof over her head. Her best friend, Elizabeth, worries she'll work herself to death, so one night she drags Elena to a house party. Elena doesn't like parties, but she goes anyway. That night changes everything. Looking for the bathroom, she opens the wrong door and finds herself in the same room as a man-tall, handsome, and mysterious. They don't exchange names. They don't plan it. One thing leads to another, and they spend the night together. By morning, he's gone. No note. No name. Just gone. Elena tries to forget about it until weeks later, when she realizes she's pregnant. Panic hits her hard. She doesn't know the man's name. She doesn't have his number. She's broke and alone, but she decides to keep the baby and work harder. Around this time, Elliott, Elena's boss, starts visiting the café often. He's friendly, supportive, and becomes her closest friend. She has no idea Elliott is connected to her mystery man. When the café job can't cover her bills anymore, Elliott helps her find a better job as a secretary in a big company. She's relieved-until her first day on the job, when she sees him. Jaxon Thorn. The father of her baby. Jaxon is shocked too. He feels betrayed that she didn't tell him sooner. She feels hurt that he left without a word. Things get even worse when Khloe-the woman desperate to marry Jaxon-steps in to destroy Elena. One night turned their worlds upside down. Now, they have to face the truth: Can love really come from one mistake?

Kimberly West is the only daughter to the influential couple Kris and Jerk West, they are into agriculture and real estate, Kimberly is been raised up poorly by her mom who thinks the poor are people not to mingle with, as such she hates seeing the poor, only did she knew that she was going to fall in love with Shay the middle-class boy. She hates seeing him in company with other girls like Jennifer and her ex-best friend Malyse. What will be Kimberly’s reaction when she finds out she is in love with Shay?

Joy, a young girl who longs for love and a stable home life, is at odds with her father and resentful of her new nanny. Beatrice, a kind-hearted university student seeking a summer job, steps in to care for Joy and brings a ray of hope to their household. But when Joy's estranged mother returns and Beatrice finds herself caught in a love triangle with George, Joy's father, and his best friend Joel, tensions rise and relationships are put to the test. As the secrets and betrayals come to light, Beatrice must decide if she can forgive and move forward, or if it's time to leave the past behind. "The Nanny's Summer" is a heartwarming story of family, love, and the power of forgiveness.

Why are you doing this? What did I ever do to you? Amaya yelled, tears streaming from her eyes. Standing beside the window, Rylan Delacroix grinned friguously. Your presence. "The crime you committed is being your father's daughter," he said, his eyes gleaming with delight. How could that be a crime? Amaya murmured, pain tearing through her voice. Rylan's face darkened. "Your father is just paying the cost; you owe me. "Don't complain." She said nothing, but he expected a reply. Rylan grabbed her hair and pulled her near as she glided in. "Amaya, you cannot die now. Just now is the beginning. Blinded by retribution, Rylan uses Amaya to suffer for her father's transgressions. Still, he falls for her anywhere along the road. She betrays him just when he releases his resentment. She was his wife, his possession, one minute. She disappeared then, standing next another man, severing his universe. His might, his riches, all he created broke. He is now once more seeking retribution, a struggle with the lady he loves. Was Rylan naive to a more dishonesty, or did Amaya actually betray him?

Ethan Stone is the billionaire heir to a business empire built on power, deception, and ruthless ambition. Determined to step out of his father's shadow, he takes the reins of the Stone legacy, only to discover betrayal lurking in the faces of those he trusts most. When his closest friend turns enemy and his father becomes his fiercest rival, Ethan's world begins to crumble. But amidst the chaos, he finds an unexpected ally in Lily-a bold, enigmatic woman with secrets of her own. As sparks fly between them, Lily becomes more than just his confidante; she becomes his reason to fight. With enemies closing in and dark secrets threatening to destroy everything, Ethan must confront the painful truth: to survive in a world of lies, he'll need more than wealth and power. He'll need courage, trust, and a love strong enough to weather the storm. Will Ethan rise above the betrayal and reclaim his legacy, or will the sins of the past drag him into the shadows forever? In a world where love is a risk and trust is a gamble, can one man find redemption and happiness-or will the price of victory cost him everything?

I signed my name on that marriage contract for one reason: revenge against the man who destroyed my father. One year as billionaire's perfect wife, then I'd ruin him completely. Simple. Until I found the safe with evidence of murder. Until I realized the little girl I'm raising might be his daughter. Until his touches and kisses made me forget why I hate him. Now the threats have begun. Someone knows what I'm hiding and what I've found. Everything will be exposed... but I'm no longer sure who the real villain is.

Gabriella POV "Mommy is right please." My twin promised Abrla. "Can Riella don't respond!" She shrugged at Mommy's cry to her. "You! You did nothing but go on a walk and go with your friends!" "Hopefully, I wish Abriella just came out of my womb. We have no problem now!" "Mommy please don't say that it's right for our birthday tomorrow please even now let's be okay." I cried looking at my twins so well, I was grateful that he was my twin. "That will never happen Riella as long as that girl is here." "Mommy I'm sorry it's not true that it's just that ---" I didn't finish what I was saying when I received a strong slap. He looked at me badly. "It's frustrating to hear your lies Gabriella." "I'm sorry I didn't do anything." She cried when Mommy left but I looked at her and kissed her on the forehead. "It'll be okay to Riella no, I'm fine." "Ate-- shshs I'm okay, everything is gonna be okay." I continued. He hugged me but he kept crying. I smiled in the mirror. I'm really nice. It was our day when I was my twin. "Hmn is really nice to my son oh." "Mommy, I know that." "Look mommy! My twin is so good oh." She promised but I ignored her. "I'll take care of the guests first Riella, gurl make you look good!" "Yes!" "All right, I'll go first." The makeup ended with them and we were smiling as we went down and as usual and no-one-grande was a very sweet guest here. Riella smiled at me! "Let's just enjoy it." "Haha yes na Riella." "This is Riella my son and this is the wisest! Is he still good right?" Suddenly I was looking at it what he meant but what else could I expect that he would not introduce me as a child. "Babe?" A familiar one I heard was that I smiled at her. Thanks for being here he came here and my boyfriend is here. But what I thought was that it was a hug. "Babe H-Uppy Birthday!" I thought I was the one who embraced my twin, Babe? Did he call Apriella a babe? WTF!

Prologue My hand was shaking as I left the bathroom. I hid the Pregnancy Test in the pocket of my pants before leaving the room. as usual, I'm the only one here in our huge house. I sat on the sofa and stopped the sobs that I had been holding in for a while. I took the pt out of my pocket and two red lines were revealed to me. *thud!* I immediately turned to face the door as it opened violently. My husband entered as if a woman was there. Nothing but its attachment. But in this household, I look like a fixture. "A-ahh Ki-Kione. A-you're here" I said and stood up. he just stared at me blankly and he moved his eyes to the girl with him. "Let's go babe. We're just wasting time to her" he said coldly and led the girl into his room. I immediately smiled brightly and wiped my runaway tears. I went to the garage and got into my car. I immediately turned it on and I just drove by drive. I want to go away especially now that we have children. I know he doesn't care about it. He despises me a lot. and I cannot bare to see my soon to be child being miserable because his/her dad hates his/her mom a lot. I don't want to hurt it. I'm a bitch, just don't let him.

In "I Am in Love with My Maid," the story revolves around Dave, a wealthy and ambitious young man, and Rachael, his dedicated and hardworking maid. Set against the backdrop of a luxurious estate, the novel explores their relationship, which begins as one based on the traditional employer-employee dynamic. Dave, initially unaware of his growing feelings for Rachael, begins to see her in a new light as he recognizes her strength, intelligence, and unwavering loyalty amidst the challenges they face. Rachael, on the other hand, is torn between her feelings for Dave and the societal expectations that dictate their relationship's boundaries. As the narrative unfolds, readers witness the evolution of their bond-from mutual respect to a deep romantic connection. They confront obstacles that arise from their different social standings, family pressures, and the judgment of others. Throughout the story, themes of love, ambition, and personal sacrifice are prevalent, as both characters must navigate their emotions and make difficult choices. Ultimately, "I Am in Love with My Maid" is a story about awakening to love in unexpected places and challenging societal norms, culminating in a heartfelt journey of self-discovery and acceptance for Dave and Rachael as they both strive to find their place in the world and each other's hearts.

Irene Lancaster is not just beautiful she is otherworldly. Her presence alone can silence a room, leaving men mesmerized and women insecure. With her striking features and ethereal elegance, she is untouchable, unreachable. But beneath her breathtaking beauty lies an icy heart. Irene does not smile. She does not cry. She does not waste her time on friendships or love. Why bother when nothing lasts? Diagnosed with a terminal illness, she has already accepted her fate. And she refuses to let anyone love her, because love only leads to grief. But Irene is more than just an untouchable beauty she is a mystery. She is the secret force behind I.V.Y, the number one fashion empire in the United States, a brand so powerful that elites fight to be the first to own its collections. She built it from the ground up, hidden from the media, from the public, from the world. No one knows who owns I.V.Y, and that's exactly how she wants it. Yet, even that is only part of who she is. Behind closed doors, Irene is one of the most highly sought-after consultants for top corporations a hidden mastermind whose name never leaves the executive boardrooms. She transforms companies from the shadows, on one condition: secrecy. Only the highest-ranking executives know of her involvement. No leaks. No exposure. No exceptions. Just as Ryan Damien Winthrop dominates the business world, Irene Lancaster reigns over the fashion world. Ryan Damien Winthrop is the kind of man people don't just notice they worship. Handsome beyond reason, so devastatingly attractive that women have fainted at the mere sight of him, he is the definition of unattainable. But Ryan has never cared for admiration. Cold-hearted and calculating, he only has two types of people in his world: his people and everyone else. Women? They are nothing more than distractions, a nuisance he has never entertained. Until he meets Irene. It happens once. Just one meeting. One look at her, and Ryan's world shifts. For the first time in his life, a woman captures his attention so completely that it unsettles him. He doesn't understand it, and neither does his cousin who also happens to be Irene's friend. Everyone knows Ryan Winthrop does not care for women. But with Irene, it's different. Determined to figure out what it is about her that has him so captivated, Ryan pursues her. But Irene couldn't care less about his interest. She treats him with the same cold indifference she gives to everyone. She rejects him, pushes him away, refuses to acknowledge his existence. She doesn't care about his looks, his power, or the fact that every other woman in the world would do anything for his attention. Ryan should have walked away. He should have lost interest, as he always does. But for some reason, he doesn't. He keeps coming back. Irene hates it. Hates him. And so, she makes a decision. If Ryan is so determined to have her, then she will make him regret ever wanting her. She will make him fall so deeply in love that when she's gone, he will grieve. She will destroy him the way love has destroyed so many before. But as she plays her cruel game, something unexpected happens she falls. The man she wanted to break becomes the only person who makes her feel alive. His presence, once irritating, becomes intoxicating. His love, once unwanted, becomes the only thing she craves. For the first time in her life, she wants more time. But time is not on her side. As her illness worsens, she faces an impossible choice: push Ryan away to spare him the pain, or hold on to the love she never expected to find. But Ryan doesn't let go of what's his, and he refuses to lose her without a fight. In a world where love and loss are inevitable, The Last Shooting Star asks: Is love worth the pain of goodbye?