"The story follows JAKE, a young musician from Otukpo, who falls into a deep depression and slips into a coma. In his dream world, he embarks on a journey to escape his struggles and pursue his passion for music, encountering magical experiences and meeting new friends. Upon awakening, JAKE must navigate the challenges of fame, stay true to his roots, and confront the pressures of stardom. Ultimately, he finds his way back home, where he establishes a music academy to nurture young talent and give back to his community. Through his music, JAKE inspires and uplifts others, leaving a lasting legacy."
JAKE NELSEEN, a small-town boy from Otukpo, Benue State, Nigeria, had always dreamed of making it big. Growing up, he sang in the church choir, played guitar in a local band, and wrote songs in his bedroom. Music was his escape, his passion.
After high school, JAKE NELSEEN moved to Lagos, Nigeria's entertainment capital, chasing his dream. He played gigs on Victoria Island, sang at open mic nights in Ikeja, and hustled to make a name for himself in the competitive music industry. Years of hard work paid off when he was discovered by a record label. His debut album shot to the top of the charts, and JAKE NELSEEN became an overnight sensation.
Fast forward to the present, JAKE NELSEEN stood backstage, his heart racing like a drumline. He clutched his guitar, his fingers trembling slightly. The crowd roared, chanting his name. He took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and let the music consume him.
As he stepped into the spotlight, the world around him melted away. He lost himself in the rhythm, the words flowing from his soul like a river. But in the midst of the performance, something shifted. The lights blurred, the sounds distorted, and JAKE's vision began to fade.
He stumbled, his guitar slipping from his grasp. The world went dark.
Pandemonium erupted as JAKE collapsed on stage. His bandmates rushed to his side, shock and fear etched on their faces. The crowd gasped in horror, screams and cries filling the air.
Backstage, JAKE's family and friends were in a state of panic. His sister, SARAH, was frantic with worry, tears streaming down her face. His manager, MAX, was already on his phone, calling for an ambulance.
As paramedics rushed JAKE to the hospital, the news spread like wildfire. Fans gathered outside the hospital, praying for his recovery. Social media was flooded with get-well messages and worried comments.
Inside the hospital, JAKE's loved ones waited anxiously for news. The doctors' faces were grim, their words hushed and serious. JAKE's condition was critical, his fate hanging in the balance.
As the hours ticked by, the world held its breath, hoping for a miracle. JAKE's music had touched so many lives, and now, his life hung in the balance.
When Alex meets Sophia, a beautiful hotel receptionist, he falls hard. But as their relationship deepens, he discovers she's hiding a shocking secret. Will the truth tear them apart, or will love prevail?
They don't know I'm a girl. They all look at me and see a boy. A prince. Their kind purchase humans like me for their lustful desires. And, when they stormed into our kingdom to buy my sister, I intervened to protect her. I made them take me too. The plan was to escape with my sister whenever we found a chance. How was I to know our prison would be the most fortified place in their kingdom? I was supposed to be on the sidelines. The one they had no real use for. The one they never meant to buy. But then, the most important person in their savage land-their ruthless beast king-took an interest in the "pretty little prince." How do we survive in this brutal kingdom, where everyone hates our kind and shows us no mercy? And how does someone, with a secret like mine, become a lust slave? . AUTHOR'S NOTE. This is a dark romance-dark, mature content. Highly rated 18+ Expect triggers, expect hardcore. If you're a seasoned reader of this genre, looking for something different, prepared to go in blindly not knowing what to expect at every turn, but eager to know more anyway, then dive in! . From the author of the international bestselling book: "The Alpha King's Hated Slave."
"You're pathetic!" Brenden sneered, each word cutting deep into Corinna's heart. Years of emotional wounds had drained every ounce of love she once held. "I've wasted enough time on you. If there's a next life, I hope we never meet again." Her words severed the bond between them like a blade. From that moment on, Brenden was haunted by her absence—unable to sleep, longing for the warmth he took for granted.
After three loveless years, Neil's betrayal deeply wounded Katelyn. She wasted no time in getting rid of that scoundrel! After the divorce, she devoted herself to career pursuits. Rising to prominence as a top designer, skilled doctor, and brilliant hacker, she became a revered icon. Neil, realizing his grave mistake, tried in vain to win her back, only to witness her magnificent wedding to another. As their vows were broadcast on the world's largest billboard, Vincent slid a ring onto Katelyn's finger and declared, "Katelyn is now my wife, a priceless treasure. Let all who covet her beware!"
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!
Trigger warning!!! Intended for mature readers who enjoy morally complex, slow-burn, poseesive, forbidden, dark romance that pushes boundaries. ***EXCERPT*** Blood everywhere. Trembling hands. "No!" My eyes blurred. His lifeless eyes stared back at me, his blood pooling at my feet. The man I loved-dead. Killed by the one person I could never escape - my stepbrother. *** Kasmine's life was never hers to begin with. Kester, her stepbrother, controlled and monitored her every move. At first, it was all sweet and brotherly until it began to turn into an obsession. Kester was the Alpha, and his word was law. No close friends. No boyfriends. No freedom. The only consolation Kasmine had was her twenty-first birthday, which was supposed to change everything. She dreamt of finding her mate, escaping the sickening control of Kester, and finally claiming her own life. But fate had other plans for her. On the night of her birthday, not only was she disappointed that she wasn't mated to the love of her life, but she found out that her mate was none other than him - Her tormentor. Her stepbrother. She'd rather die than be mated to a man whom she had known as her big brother all her life. A man who would do just anything to make sure she was his. But when love turns to obsession, and obsession turns to blood, how far can one girl run before she realizes there is nowhere else to run to?
After two years of marriage, Sadie was finally pregnant. Filled with hope and joy, she was blindsided when Noah asked for a divorce. During a failed attempt on her life, Sadie found herself lying in a pool of blood, desperately calling Noah to ask him to save her and the baby. But her calls went unanswered. Shattered by his betrayal, she left the country. Time passed, and Sadie was about to be wed for a second time. Noah appeared in a frenzy and fell to his knees. "How dare you marry someone else after bearing my child?"