In the heart of the ancient and mystical Heartwood Forest, Lydia; a young woman burdened by a tragic past, discovers her extraordinary lineage as a werewolf with unique abilities. Haunted by the brutal murder of her family at the hands of the ruthless alpha Lucas, Lydia's quest for vengeance ignites a journey that will test her courage, loyalty, and heart. As Lydia joins forces with Ethan, a fierce and loyal wolf driven by a personal vendetta against Lucas, and Seraphina, a wise and enigmatic witch with deep ties to the forest's ancient magic, they form an unlikely alliance. Together, they seek to unite the scattered packs and stand against Lucas's oppressive rule. When a desperate plea from Clara, a survivor of Lucas's latest attack, reaches them, Lydia and her companions realize that time is running out. Lucas's dark ambitions threaten not only the werewolf community but also the very essence of the Heartwood Forest. The key to stopping him lies in the Heart of the Forest, an ancient relic of immense power guarded by spirits of the forest. Guided by a seer's prophecy, Lydia and her companions embark on a perilous journey to find the Heart before Lucas can harness its power. Along the way, they face treacherous challenges, forge powerful alliances, and uncover hidden strengths within themselves. As Lydia's bond with Ethan deepens into a passionate romance, they must navigate the complexities of love amidst the looming threat of war. In a climactic showdown, Lydia's newfound abilities and the strength of her allies are put to the ultimate test. With the fate of the forest and the werewolf packs hanging in the balance, Lydia must harness the Heart's power to confront Lucas and put an end to his reign of terror.
Lydia's heart was pounding like crazy as she got closer to the edge of the clearing. The moonlight lit up the forest with this cool, silvery glow. Shadows danced in the breeze. Tonight was the night she'd been dreaming of for what felt like forever. She was finally going to meet, the mysterious Alpha of the local werewolf pack. She had imagined this moment again & again, dreaming of being right by his side, living in his world. But wow, reality was a lot tougher.
She tiptoed carefully, each step slow as she made her way toward where Lucas would show up. The pack's big moonlit celebration was already happening. Folks from the pack laughed & danced around a big bonfire, their eyes darting up to the sky now & then, like they were waiting for something or someone special.
Lydia's breath hitched when she spotted him. There he was! Lucas stood tall and strong, looking super intense. His dark hair hung over his forehead in a messy way that only made him look more handsome. His gaze swept over everyone with such power, and Lydia felt a rush of excitement.
Gathering all her guts, Lydia walked up to Lucas, trying hard to push away the nerves swirling in her stomach. She had practiced her words a million times. But now? They just disappeared! "Alpha Lucas," she started, her voice shaky but determined, "I came here to talk to you."
Lucas's eyes turned toward her; a brief flicker crossed his face maybe annoyance? "What do you want?" he asked in a short tone. It felt colder than before. The warmth from the celebration seemed to vanish, leaving just this awkward silence hanging in the air.
Lydia's heart sank low in her chest but she stood tall and met his stare. "I know I'm not part of your pack yet," she said quickly, "But I've been getting ready! I want to show that I can help you all, that I can"
"Show yourself?" Lucas cut her off, raising his voice now. "You're not prepared. You're too green for this life." His eyes seemed so unyielding. "It's rough out here for someone like you."
The rejection hit Lydia hard; it felt like a punch right to her gut. She thought he might resist her or even test her, but not this coldness! Tears threatened as she blinked them away and spoke up louder. "I'm ready!" Her voice broke with feeling. "I've worked hard; I've learned so much-"
"No," said Lucas firmly with an icy look. "Nope! You need to leave right now!"
Lydia's vision blurred as she turned away from him, stepping unsteady on her own feet. The laughter and music faded into a distant sound as she walked off her heart heavy and full of sadness. She stumbled back into the shadows of the trees and tried really hard to pull herself together.
Once hidden from view, she leaned against a tree and gasped for air. That hurtful rejection stung sharp but under it was also this fierce fire inside her this determination! She couldn't let one setback beat her down. Lucas's words only made her want it more!
As she calmed down, something shiny caught her eye among the leaves at the tree's base a small locket peeking out of the dirt. Curiosity bubbled up inside her! She picked it up & started brushing off the grime on it. Wow! It was an ornate locket with a strange symbol that looked familiar but kind of hazy too.
When she opened it, Lydia found a really old photograph of a woman she didn't know at all and behind it lay a note that barely showed any writing: "The truth lies within the blood."
Her heart raced faster than ever as those words echoed in her mind over & over again there seemed to be so much hidden meaning there! Lydia had always sensed there was something deeper about where she came from it suddenly felt even stronger after what had just happened with Lucas.
Just when she turned to leave, a noise behind made her freeze in place! Her heart raced wildly as shadows shifted around her; for a second, it felt like unseen eyes were watching closely! Breath caught in her throat it hit her that maybe she wasn't alone out here in these woods.
A figure slowly emerged from the darkened corners; they were cloaked in shadow but had these glowing eyes shining faintly in the moonlight! As they moved closer,Lydia felt scared yet oddly excited!
"Looking for answers?" The soft voice sent chills racing down Lydia's spine it felt both soothing and eerie.
Before Lydia could say anything back the figure stepped into full view revealing someone whose face looked just like someone she'd seen only in dreams...just like that woman in the locket!
Clara Stones is a 23-year-old average lady who lived a normal life since childhood. However, she encountered a few tragic experiences such as her sister being murdered by someone, and her Father falling in and out of numerous sicknesses. Eventually, her life began to take a different turn when she encountered the sons of a billionaire, the Brutes. It was then she realized that the twists and turns of fate linked her up with someone she never imagined. Consequently, she would have to deal with bitterness and grief and work towards following her heart. Williams Brute, a 25-year-old businessman, the elder brother to Daniel Brute and the son of the billionaire business tycoon and Mafia boss; Albert Brute. As the son of a billionaire, he had a lot of leverage and saw it as a reason to follow his heart from the beginning. Unlike his brother, he never wanted to please his Father and tread in his path as he saw him as a crook. Submitting to the pressures of his parents to get married he went into a contracted marriage as the lady he wanted to marry was never approved by them. After a while of being married, he realizes he is gradually falling in love but discovers horribly that she is not in love with him. Rather, she was in love with his brother. Eventually, he would have to accept his fate and move on. After a strained relationship with his brother, he is reunited with him at his marriage, his contract marriage. Unfortunately, he falls in love and realizes that the lady is someone from his past who he had hurt deeply. He had to take the journey and pain of seeking forgiveness, reconciliation, and restitution to hold on to his newfound love.
In the story "Bond by circumstance" Ella who was a free and independent woman ends up marrying Ben, a rich and influential boss of the mafia. Though they had arranged sexual relationship that form the basis of the novel, their form of his contract and her work based relationship is filled with conflict, mistrust and manipulation. Ella's experience is survival in the hands of Ben who is no less than an antagonist – a cold person with a hidden agenda of wielding power and control over the lives of people around him. But then the couple is faced with a stormy path full of such incidents as betrayal, a secret enemy, and sudden death which brings them together not only by the marriage contract but with feelings as well. The gentle stamina of Ella is slowly eroding the rigidity of Ben's character and by so the relations between them started to evolve. The characters are Ella and Ben who along with uncovering secrets end up facing their histories and having to reconsider their future. Nonetheless, every challenge makes them come closer and they start a new life as they anticipate the arrival of their firstborn child, and find solace in each other's embrace.
Sheila had her back against the wall when her family tried to force her to marry an awful old man. In a fit of rage, she hired a gigolo to act as her husband. She thought the gigolo needed money and did this for a living. Little did she know that he was nothing like that. One day, he pulled off his mask and revealed himself to be the world's top magnate. This marked the beginning of their love. He showered her with everything she could ever want. They were happy. However, unexpected circumstances soon posed a threat to their love. Would Sheila and her husband make it through the storm? Find out!
It was supposed to be a marriage of convenience, but Carrie made the mistake of falling in love with Kristopher. When the time came that she needed him the most, her husband was in the company of another woman. Enough was enough. Carrie chose to divorce Kristopher and move on with her life. Only when she left did Kristopher realize how important she was to him. In the face of his ex-wife’s countless admirers, Kristopher offered her 20 million dollars and proposed a new deal. “Let’s get married again.”
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!"
Janet was adopted when she was a kid -- a dream come true for orphans. However, her life was anything but happy. Her adoptive mother taunted and bullied her all her life. Janet got the love and affection of a parent from the old maid who raised her. Unfortunately, the old woman fell ill, and Janet had to marry a worthless man in place of her parents' biological daughter to meet the maid's medical expenses. Could this be a Cinderella's tale? But the man was far from a prince, except for his handsome appearance. Ethan was the illegitimate son of a wealthy family who lived a reckless life and barely made ends meet. He got married to fulfill his mother's last wish. However, on his wedding night, he had an inkling that his wife was different from what he had heard about her. Fate had united the two people with deep secrets. Was Ethan truly the man we thought he was? Surprisingly, he bore an uncanny resemblance to the impenetrable wealthiest man in the city. Would he find out that Janet married him in place of her sister? Would their marriage be a romantic tale or an utter disaster? Read on to unravel Janet and Ethan's journey.
**This book contains a trigger warning. Mention about rape and torture in this book. Please read with caution** "Our marriage is nothing but a deal," he said looking at the girl, her green eyes met his cold silver eye, and both of them glared at each other. "For any rules you break, I will claim any part of your body," his gaze grew dangerously darker at his word. Ashley Harlow was at the top of the world, living the perfect and luxurious lifestyle as the legitimate daughter of the well-known Daniel Harlow. But sadly, a one-night stand put an end to that and brought her life upside down and that of her family's name to the ground. To restore his family's reputation, she was forced into marrying Damien Albrecht, a young, ruthless, obnoxious, brutal billionaire and the head of a mafia gang in exchange for her father's company.
Renea was trying the wedding dress, when suddenly the man rushed in the dressing room and held her neck tightly... “Bitch! Are you still trying to pretend innocent!” Jasper said as he tightened his grip on her neck and choked her harder. Then he used his other hand and took out the phone from his suit pocket and played the video of two people having sex in front of Renea… However, what was even more shocking, was that the woman in the video was, Renea Morris, however, the man in the video was not Jasper. Renea struggled to take a phone away from Jasper’s hand and tried to explain, “Jasper, it was not what you think… I… I can…” Jasper looked at Renea with his eyes full of disgust, as he said, “Let’s call of the wedding. I can’t marry a woman like you.” After saying that Jasper walked out of the shop Renea chase after Jasper... But then she sees Jasper passionately kissing her sister Kailey. And she hears everything, that her sleeping with strange men was all a plan of the vipers of the last two days, and that their goal was to get out of this stupid marriage. Even her adopted parents were also involved in this matter... They all do this with her because of the inheritance left by her grandfather... Renea heart was filled with anger and she wanted to expose their true colors to the public... However before she could do anything, Kailey had pushed her in front of the car and she got killed... However, when Renea open her eyes, she found herself sitting in the car with Kailey... She realized that she was reborn and went at the time when everything started... Renea looked at the people who had hurt her in her previous life and her lips curled up in a cold smile... She was back... However, this time... she was back for revenge...