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In the picturesque streets of Paris, 17-year-old American expat Sophie Taylor is struggling to find her place in a new city. Her parents' divorce has left her feeling lost and uncertain about her future. Enter 18-year-old French artist Matthieu "Matt" Dupont, who is charming, passionate, and unapologetically himself. As they explore the city together, Sophie finds herself drawn to Matt's carefree spirit and creative energy. As they navigate the ups and downs of first love, Sophie and Matt must confront their own fears, insecurities, and family secrets. Will their love be strong enough to overcome the challenges of cultural differences, language barriers, and the pressures of growing up? "Love in the City of Lights" is a romantic, coming-of-age tale of first love, self-discovery, and the beauty of embracing life's uncertainties.
Sophie Taylor stepped off the train at the Gare du Nord, her eyes scanning the bustling platform for a familiar face. Her parents had promised to meet her, but as she searched the crowd, Sophie's anxiety began to simmer.
She had just spent the last eight hours on a train from London, where she had spent the summer with her mother. Now, she was headed to Paris to start a new life with her father, who had relocated for work.
As Sophie waited, she felt a sense of unease wash over her. She had always been close to her parents, but their divorce had left her feeling lost and uncertain about her future.
Just as Sophie was starting to worry, she spotted her father's familiar smile waving at her from across the platform. She rushed towards him, feeling a mix of relief and apprehension.
"Hey, kiddo!" her father exclaimed, sweeping her into a warm hug. "Welcome to Paris!"
Sophie hugged him back, feeling a lump form in her throat. She had missed him so much over the summer.
As they made their way through the crowded station, Sophie's father chatted excitedly about their new life in Paris. Sophie listened politely, but her mind kept wandering back to her mother, who was still in London.
When they emerged from the station, Sophie's eyes widened in awe. The City of Lights stretched out before her, a dazzling tapestry of historic buildings, charming cafes, and winding streets.
"Wow," Sophie breathed. "It's even more beautiful than I remembered."
Her father smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "I'm glad you're excited, kiddo. We're going to love it here."
As they made their way to their new apartment, Sophie couldn't shake the feeling that she was starting a new chapter in her life – one that was full of uncertainty, but also possibility.
Over the next few days, Sophie settled into her new routine. She started at a new international school, where she struggled to navigate the complexities of French bureaucracy.
She also began to explore the city with her father, marveling at the famous landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame Cathedral.
But despite the excitement of her new surroundings, Sophie couldn't shake the feeling of loneliness. She missed her mother, her friends back in London, and the familiarity of her old life.
One day, as she was wandering through the Latin Quarter, Sophie stumbled upon a charming little café. The sign above the door read "Café des Deux Magots," and the atmosphere inside was cozy and inviting.
Sophie pushed open the door and slipped inside, feeling a sense of relief wash over her. She took a seat at a small table by the window, ordering a café au lait and a croissant.
As she sipped her coffee and nibbled on her pastry, Sophie felt a sense of peace settle over her. Maybe, just maybe, this new life in Paris wouldn't be so bad after all.
Just then, a group of rowdy teenagers burst into the café, laughing and joking in French. Sophie watched them with a mixture of curiosity and envy, feeling like an outsider in this new city.
As the group settled in at a nearby table, Sophie noticed one boy in particular. He was tall and lean, with messy brown hair and piercing blue eyes.
There was something about him that caught Sophie's attention – a sense of quiet confidence, perhaps, or a hint of creativity in his expressive eyes.
As Sophie continued to steal glances at the boy, she felt a flutter in her chest. Who was he, and what was his story?
Little did Sophie know, their paths would cross again soon – in unexpected ways that would change her life forever.
Asher Blackwood, a ruthless 35-year-old CEO, offers 22-year-old intern Emilia Gray a deal: become his exclusive companion for the summer, and he'll ensure her safety and a bright future. As Emilia navigates Asher's dark world, she's torn between her attraction to him and her need for freedom. Will she choose her path or succumb to his charms?
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?"
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."
Life was perfect until she met her boyfriend's big brother. There was a forbidden law in the Night Shade Pack that if the head Alpha rejected his mate, he would be stripped of his position. Sophia's life would get connected with the law. She was an Omega who was dating the head Alpha's younger brother. Bryan Morrison, the head Alpha, was not only a cold-blooded man but also a charming business tycoon. His name was enough to cause other packs to tremble. He was known as a ruthless man. What if, by some twist of destiny, Sophia's path were to intertwine with his?
Natalie used to think she could melt Connor’s icy heart, but she was sorely mistaken. When at last she decided to leave, she discovered that she was pregnant. Even so, she chose to quietly leave his world, prompting Connor to mobilize all of his resources and expand his business to a global scale—all in a bid to find her. But there was no trace of Natalie. Connor slowly spiraled into madness, turning the city upside down and leaving chaos in his wake. Natalie finally surfaced years later, with wealth and power of her own, only to find herself entangled with Connor once again.
“You need a bride, I need a groom. Why don’t we get married?” Both abandoned at the altar, Elyse decided to tie the knot with the disabled stranger from the venue next door. Pitying his state, she vowed to spoil him once they were married. Little did she know that he was actually a powerful tycoon. Jayden thought Elyse only married him for his money, and planned to divorce her when she was no longer of use to him. But after becoming her husband, he was faced with a new dilemma. “She keeps asking for a divorce, but I don’t want that! What should I do?”
"I heard you're going to marry Marcelo. Is this perhaps your revenge against me? It's very laughable, Renee. That man can barely function." Her foster family, her cheating ex, everyone thought Renee was going to live in pure hell after getting married to a disabled and cruel man. She didn't know if anything good would ever come out of it after all, she had always thought it would be hard for anyone to love her but this cruel man with dark secrets is never going to grant her a divorce because she makes him forget how to breathe.