Amber Brown, a soft-spoken but confident girl in the small town of Graven, has her life spiraling out of control when she gets to know that's Paul Fisher. Her longtime finance is a werewolf, and he just found his mate. Born a normal human without any knowledge about the supernatural living around her, she breaks down in fear and anger at what life has thrown at her at the best point in her life. Justin Harlow, a new rouge werewolf in town, is driven from his pack, and now without a pack or home, he moves to a small town called Graven in another country to have a fresh start. Amber, now driven with fear and anger at werewolves for their deceitful ways towards love, feels lost, and she wonders where to start from with everything happening around her and even considering leaving town, but it seems the universe has something different planned for her with the lost stranger Justin Harlow, who seems more confused with life than her. Fate brings Amber and Justin together, and they resonate with each other's pain, but each has a secret to keep. What happens when midnight talks on life develop into something more than they bargained for, including people they didn't expect to find?
The air in the room of my little home was thick with tension and I couldn't help but feel a sense of loneliness while the sun peeked through the blinds, casting a faint glow over the small town of Graven. Nestled in the heart of a picturesque valley, the small town of Graven boasts an idyllic charm that instantly captures the hearts of newcomers. Its cobblestone streets wind through a forest of ancient oak trees, their branches creating a comforting overhead canopy. Warm and welcoming, the people of Graven, greet each other with smiles and visitors with open arms.
In the heart of this charming but enigmatic town, one cannot help but wonder if the friendly smiles hide more than they reveal.
Beneath the facade of tranquillity, lies a web of closely guarded secrets as whispers and hushed conversations echo through the town's quaint cafes. The locals gossip about the recent scandal in town, often livened with words of hurtful gossip and ridicule towards me but their faces are laced with smiles. In the heart of this charming but enigmatic town, I couldn't help but wonder if the friendly smiles hide more than they reveal.
I'm not like other girls my age. My raven-black hair frames my porcelain face, and my eyes, a shade of deep forest green, hold an aura of warmth and courage within. I've always felt special but I could never quite wrap my head around the reason for such belief. I'm a young and ambitious woman who just turned 24, eagerly preparing for my dream wedding with my fiancé, Paul Fisher. Everything seemed perfect in my life up until a week before the wedding when Paul abruptly called off the engagement during our pre-wedding dinner and my world came crashing down right before my eyes. It felt just like yesterday when I was happily drinking and enjoying dinner with my friends to celebrate our future home.
**Night of the Dinner**
''I'm so excited for you to meet my old friends from college tonight.'' I said, gushing at another dress the girls will be wearing to the dinner.
''I know, you've been saying it for weeks now, Amber.'' Paul mumbled from where he was on the couch.
''We would have been able to meet them if you came along with me this afternoon.'' I replied while trying to see what he was doing to my cat again.
We had been preparing for our pre-wedding dinner for two weeks and although Paul wanted a small intimate wedding, my friends kept clamouring to come making us change our plans.
''I just wanted us to enjoy some time together, besides I don't know them.'' Paul said.
''You know Rose, and you could have invited your friends if you feel it would be too girly for you.'' I answered, saving our poor cat from his clutches.
''Let's just have a short dinner okay? You know we have to meet the Mayor tomorrow.'' His words reminded me of the town's mayor I had only met a handful of times despite growing up in the little town.
''I know, we'll just eat dinner, and talk, and the girls will be going back to their hotel.'' I was already feeling regretful of the fact I couldn't join them for the nightlife, but I understand certain sacrifices should be made when getting married.
''We've been through so much together, and it feels just like yesterday we started planning this life.'' gently holding my hands he said. I noticed he had been a little distant lately, but I'm sure it's the stress from all the wedding preparations.
*Doorbell rings*
I opened the door to welcome my friends, who were all smiles and ready for the pre-wedding dinner.
''Amber! We can't believe your big day is almost here!'' Sarah said excited.
''I'm so happy you all could make it. It means the world to me.'' I replied, ushering everyone in with a light smile.
''You look radiant, girl! We're going to have a blast tonight.'' Rose said while hugging me on her way in. She paused for a moment, but I just ignored it.
''We've missed you so much, Amber. It's been way too long.'' Jane, the group clown, said while laughing on her way in.
''I've missed you all, too. Let's make tonight unforgettable.'' I replied, leading everyone to the dinner table where Paul was already waiting.
I heard Rose introducing herself to Paul, and I was happy they were already getting comfortable in my little home. As I walked into the dining room with Jane and Sarah, I noticed a weird energy in the air. Extending her hands with a warm smile, Rose greeted Paul: ''Hi, I'm Rose. You must be Paul, Amber talks a lot about you.''
''Yes, that's me. It's great to finally meet you, Rose.'' I noticed he held her hands for too long, and I began to feel worried.
Paul was introduced to each of Amber's friends and he greeted them warmly, shaking hands and exchanging pleasantries. He tried to engage in conversation with them discussing their shared memories with Amber and expressing his excitement about the upcoming wedding.
Amber's friends in turn, were welcoming and happy to meet the man who had captured their friend's heart. They engaged in friendly banter, sharing anecdotes from their college days and relishing in the joy of reuniting with Amber.
As the night wore on, the atmosphere seemed to lighten, and the tension that had hung in the air earlier began to dissipate. Paul's efforts to connect with Amber's friends were successful and the group started to enjoy the evening more.
Amber couldn't help but feel relieved that her friends and Paul were getting along. Her initial worries had subsided, and she was able to focus on the joy of the occasion. The night had taken an unexpected turn, but it seemed to be back on track.
**As the rest entered, they exchanged stories and laughter, and shared their excitement for my upcoming wedding, blissfully unaware of the impending disasters. **
[End of Chapter 1]
Amber Brown grew accustomed to being put on the back burner when it came to her younger sister, Rose. She never seemed to be enough not for her parents, not for her pack, not even for her fated mate. When her mate and soon to be alpha chooses her sister over her, Amber finds herself banished to stay with her widowed aunt in another pack. Abandoned and betrayed in the way it hurts most. In a story where blood is not thicker than water and mateship aren't all they seem to be, betrayal and vengeance is what drives Amber to power. She wanted revenge and there was nothing in the world that could get in the way, not her mate, family or even the Savage Alpha whom everyone fears. The man who had been drawn to her since he first saw her. The man grey determination to breakthrough her walls and show her what real love is.
Caught in a web of betrayal, Nicole's life shatters in a single evening when her mother-in-law, Veronica, sets her up in an elaborate scheme. Blindsided, Nicole faces her husband Taylor's cold rage as he casts her out of his life and home, accusing her of infidelity and theft. As she tries to defend herself, her best friend, Sarah, adds another blow by denying their loyalty. "Please, Taylor, you have to believe me!" Nicole pleads, her voice breaking, but his icy response is a dagger to her heart. "I don't hate you, Nicole," he sneers. "I despise you." When Nicole reveals she's pregnant, she hopes for compassion, but it only fuels Veronica's determination to rid the family of her. After signing the divorce papers, a dejected Nicole wanders alone, where a brutal attack leaves her bleeding, helpless, and desperate to protect her unborn child. Six years later, Nicole returns from the ashes to inflict seven times the pains upon those who humiliated her and left her to die. "I'll make them pay so dearly that they'd regret ever been born!" She declares. This is a story of romance and revenge you don't want to miss!
Julia and Evan were the perfect couple-or so she thought. But everything changed when Evan abruptly ended their relationship, leaving her heartbroken and unable to tell him she was carrying his child. Years later, Julia has built a life for herself and her son, Andy, while Evan has risen to unimaginable wealth and success. Their paths cross again at a chance meeting, but Julia soon discovers Evan has moved on with someone else. Julia is done with the pain. She's fought battles alone, raising a son who deserves the truth about his father, even if Evan doesn't deserve her forgiveness. When Julia told Evan years ago she had something to say, he didn't listen. Now, it's time for him to listen. But is it too late to reclaim what he lost? "We should break up," he'd said, the words cutting through her like glass. The pregnancy test in her pocket stayed hidden, just like the child they would never share. Now, it's Evan's turn to hear the truth-and to face his deepest regret.
COALESCENCE OF THE FIVE SERIES BOOK ONE: THE 5-TIME REJECTED GAMMA & THE LYCAN KING BOOK TWO: THE ROGUES WHO WENT ROGUE BOOK THREE: THE INDOMITABLE HUNTRESS & THE HARDENED DUKE *** BOOK ONE: After being rejected by 5 mates, Gamma Lucianne pleaded with the Moon Goddess to spare her from any further mate-bonds. To her dismay, she is being bonded for the sixth time. What’s worse is that her sixth-chance mate is the most powerful creature ruling over all werewolves and Lycans - the Lycan King himself. She is certain, dead certain, that a rejection would come sooner or later, though she hopes for it to be sooner. King Alexandar was ecstatic to meet his bonded mate, and couldn’t thank their Goddess enough for gifting him someone so perfect. However, he soon realizes that this gift is reluctant to accept him, and more than willing to sever their bond. He tries to connect with her but she seems so far away. He is desperate to get intimate with her but she seems reluctant to open up to him. He tries to tell her that he is willing to commit to her for the rest of his life but she doesn’t seem to believe him. He is pleading for a chance: a chance to get to know her; a chance to show her that he’s different; and a chance to love her. But when not-so-subtle crushes, jealous suitors, self-entitled Queen-wannabes, an old flame, a silent protector and a past wedding engagement threaten to jeopardize their relationship, will Lucianne and Xandar still choose to be together? Is their love strong enough to overcome everything and everyone? Or will Lucianne resort to enduring a sixth rejection from the one person she thought she could entrust her heart with?
After three secretive years of marriage, Eliana never met her enigmatic husband until she was served with divorce papers and learned of his extravagant pursuit of another. She snapped back to reality and secured a divorce. Thereafter, Eliana unveiled her various personas: an esteemed doctor, legendary secret agent, master hacker, celebrated designer, adept race car driver, and distinguished scientist. As her diverse talents became known, her ex-husband was consumed by remorse. Desperately, he pleaded, "Eliana, give me another chance! All my properties, even my life, are yours."
There was only one man in Raegan's heart, and it was Mitchel. In the second year of her marriage to him, she got pregnant. Raegan's joy knew no bounds. But before she could break the news to her husband, he served her divorce papers because he wanted to marry his first love. After an accident, Raegan lay in the pool of her own blood and called out to Mitchel for help. Unfortunately, he left with his first love in his arms. Raegan escaped death by the whiskers. Afterward, she decided to get her life back on track. Her name was everywhere years later. Mitchel became very uncomfortable. For some reason, he began to miss her. His heart ached when he saw her all smiles with another man. He crashed her wedding and fell to his knees while she was at the altar. With bloodshot eyes, he queried, "I thought you said your love for me is unbreakable? How come you are getting married to someone else? Come back to me!"
In order to fulfill her grandfather's last wish, Stella entered into a hasty marriage with an ordinary man she had never met before. However, even after becoming husband and wife on paper, they each led separate lives, barely crossing paths. A year later, Stella returned to Seamarsh City, hoping to finally meet her mysterious husband. To her astonishment, he sent her a text message, unexpectedly pleading for a divorce without ever having met her in person. Gritting her teeth, Stella replied, "So be it. Let’s get a divorce!" Following that, Stella made a bold move and joined the Prosperity Group, where she became a public relations officer that worked directly for the company’s CEO, Matthew. The handsome and enigmatic CEO was already bound in matrimony, and was known to be unwaveringly devoted to his wife in private. Unbeknownst to Stella, her mysterious husband was actually her boss, in his alternate identity! Determined to focus on her career, Stella deliberately kept her distance from the CEO, although she couldn't help but notice his deliberate attempts to get close to her. As time went on, her elusive husband had a change of heart. He suddenly refused to proceed with the divorce. When would his alternate identity be uncovered? Amidst a tumultuous blend of deception and profound love, what destiny awaited them?