The novel is celebrated for its emotional depth and raw portrayal of the struggles faced by those in toxic relationships, ultimately highlighting the importance of self-worth and the courage needed to end unhealthy patterns.
Lily Harper stared at the empty apartment with a mix of relief and uncertainty. It was her first day in Denver, and the moving boxes stacked against the walls felt both like a fresh start and a reminder of the upheaval she had left behind. The sunlight filtered through the large windows, casting long shadows on the hardwood floors, but for now, the apartment felt hollow.As she unpacked, the hum of the city outside began to feel like a new kind of background noise, different from the oppressive silence she had grown accustomed to in her old life.
Lily had spent months planning this move, hoping a change of scenery would help her escape the shadows of her past.
Her phone buzzed, breaking her concentration. It was a message from Grace, her new neighbourhood. "Welcome to the neighborhood! I'm hosting a little get-together at my place tonight. It would be great to see you there!"
Lily hesitated. Social events were not her forte, especially not when she was still finding her footing in a new city. But something about Grace's friendly invitation made her feel a glimmer of hope. Maybe it was time to step out of her comfort zone.
She glanced at the time and decided to take a break from unpacking. After a quick shower and a change into a casual yet presentable outfit, she headed out, determined to make a positive start.
The evening air was crisp, carrying the scent of city life-a mix of coffee, car exhaust, and blooming flowers. As she approached Grace's apartment building, Lily took a deep breath and tried to shake off her nerves.
Grace's apartment was on the fourth floor, and as Lily walked up the stairs, she could hear the faint murmur of voices and the clink of glasses. The door to Grace's apartment was slightly ajar, and as Lily stepped inside, she was greeted by the warm glow of string lights and the inviting aroma of home-cooked food.
"Lily! You made it!" Grace's voice was cheerful as she came over to greet her. "I'm so glad you could come."
Lily smiled, feeling a bit more at ease. "Thanks for inviting me. It's nice to finally meet you in person."
Grace led her into the living room, which was bustling with friendly faces. Lily made small talk with a few people, feeling her initial shyness begin to fade. The conversation was light, and for a moment, she allowed herself to relax and enjoy the evening.
As the night went on, Lily found herself drawn to a group by the buffet table. That's when she first noticed Alex Reynolds. He was talking animatedly, his laughter genuine and infectious. When Grace introduced them, Lily was struck by Alex's easy charm and the way he made her feel instantly comfortable.
"Nice to meet you, Lily," Alex said, his smile warm and engaging. "How are you finding Denver so far?"
"It's been a whirlwind," Lily admitted. "But I'm getting there."
They chatted about their favourite spots in the city and shared a few laughs over stories about their experiences. Alex's genuine interest and kindness stood in stark contrast to what Lily had known in her past. She found herself opening up more than she expected, drawn to his positive energy.
By the time the evening ended, Lily felt a sense of accomplishment. She had stepped out of her shell and made a connection with someone who seemed different from anyone she had known before. As she said her goodbyes and left the apartment, she felt a small but significant shift within her.
Walking back to her own apartment, Lily thought about how much had changed in such a short time. This new chapter was still unfolding, and while the future was uncertain, she felt a renewed sense of possibility. For the first time in a long while, she allowed herself to hope that perhaps this fresh start was exactly what she needed.
Darya spent three years loving Micah, worshipping the ground he walked on. Until his neglect and his family's abuse finally woke her up to the ugly truth-he doesn't love her. Never did, never will. To her, he is a hero, her knight in shining armour. To him, she is an opportunist, a gold digger who schemed her way into his life. Darya accepts the harsh reality, gathers the shattered pieces of her dignity, divorces him, takes back her real name, reclaims her title as the country's youngest billionaire heiress. Their paths cross again at a party. Micah watches his ex-wife sing like an angel, tear up the dance floor, then thwart a lecher with a roundhouse kick. He realises, belatedly, that she's exactly the kind of woman he'd want to marry, if only he had taken the trouble to get to know her. Micah acts promptly to win her back, but discovers she's now surrounded by eligible bachelors: high-powered CEO, genius biochemist, award-winning singer, reformed playboy. Worse, she makes it pretty clear that she's done with him. Micah gears up for an uphill battle. He must prove to her he's still worthy of her love before she falls for someone else. And time is running out.
It took only a second for a person's world to come crashing down. This was what happened in Hannah's case. For four years, she gave her husband her all, but one day, he said emotionlessly, "Let's get divorced." Hannah's heart broke into a million pieces as she signed the divorce papers, marking the end of her role as a devoted wife. Within Hannah, a strong woman awakened, vowing never to be beholden to any man again. Embracing her new life, she embarked on a journey to find herself and command her own destiny. By the time she returned, she had experienced so much growth and was now completely different from the docile wife everyone once knew. "Is this your latest trick to get my attention?" Hannah's ever-so-arrogant husband asked. Before she could retort, a handsome and domineering CEO pulled her into his embrace. He smiled down at her and said boldly to her ex, "Just a little heads-up, mister. This is my beloved wife. Keep off!"
Life was a bed of roses for Debra, the daughter of Alpha. That was until she had a one-night stand with Caleb. She was sure he was her mate as determined by Moon Goddess. But this hateful man refused to accept her. Weeks passed before Debra discovered that she was pregnant. Her pregnancy brought shame to her and everyone she loved. Not only was she driven out, but her father was also hunted down by usurpers. Fortunately, she survived with the help of the mysterious Thorn Edge Pack. Five years passed and Debra didn't hear anything from Caleb. One day, their paths crossed again. They were both on the same mission—carrying out secret investigations in the dangerous Roz Town for the safety and posterity of their respective packs. Caleb was still cold toward her. But as time went on, he fell head over heels in love with her. He tried to make up for abandoning her, but Debra wasn't having any of it. She was hell-bent on hiding her daughter from him and also making a clean break. What did the future hold for the two as they journeyed in Roz Town? What kind of secrets would they find? Would Caleb win Debra's heart and get to know his lovely daughter? Find out!
Lindsey's fiancé was the devil's first son. Not only did he lie to her but he also slept with her stepmother, conspired to take away her family fortune, and then set her up to have sex with a total stranger. To get her lick back, Lindsey decided to find a man to disrupt her engagement party and humiliate the cheating bastard. Never did she imagine that she would bump into a strikingly handsome stranger who was all that she was currently looking for. At the engagement party, he boldly declared that she was his woman. Lindsey thought he was just a broke man who wanted to leech off her. But once they began their fake relationship, she realized that good luck kept coming her way. She thought they would part ways after the engagement party, but this man kept to her side. "We gotta stick together, Lindsey. Remember, I'm now your fiancé. " "Domenic, you're with me because of my money, aren't you?" Lindsey asked, narrowing her eyes at him. Domenic was taken aback by that accusation. How could he, the heir of the Walsh family and CEO of Vitality Group, be with her for money? He controlled more than half of the city's economy. Money wasn't a problem for him! The two got closer and closer. One day, Lindsey finally realized that Domenic was actually the stranger she had slept with months ago. Would this realization change things between them? For the better or worse?
“Drive this woman out!” "Throw this woman into the sea!” When he doesn’t know Debbie Nelson’s true identity, Carlos Hilton cold-shoulders her. “Mr. Hilton, she is your wife,” Carlos’ secretary reminded him. Hearing that, Carlos gives him a cold stare and complained, “why didn’t you tell me earlier?” From then on, Carlos spoils her rotten. Little did everyone expect that they would get a divorce.
Betrayed by her fiancé and stepsister a day before her wedding shattered all Lina's dreams about love. She was heartbroken and in pain. Being drugged and unknowingly loosing her virginity to a stranger is not as painful as being betrayed by her loved ones. She promised to make her pretentious step sister and her unfaithful fiancé pay back hundredfold for what they did to her. On her journey to seek revenge, the stranger she had a one night stand with, came knocking at her door with a marriage contract in hand. Without her knowing he was the one she has that blissful one night stand with, she agreed on the marriage contract for some reasons. Will she find out he was the one she had that blissful one night stand with? Will she fall in love with him after being betrayed? Will she be able to get her revenge on those that betrayed her? Find out in this amazing book "Contracted After Being Betrayed"