In a land ruled by the oppressive Order, where fear and tyranny have reigned for generations, a young woman named Lyra becomes the unexpected leader of a rebellion. Armed with the ancient and mysterious Shattered Star, a powerful artifact capable of shaping destiny, she must navigate a world of fractured alliances, brutal battles, and political intrigue to topple the Order. As Lyra fights to unite a divided land, she faces not only the threat of the Order's relentless soldiers but also the heavy weight of leadership and sacrifice. Alongside her loyal companions-Thorne, Kaera, and the fierce southern clans-Lyra leads the charge toward the Order's stronghold in a final, desperate push for freedom. But victory comes at a cost. With the death of the Order's leader, a new wave of chaos rises. The question remains: can Lyra rebuild a fractured world, or will the same darkness rise again? A tale of heroism, betrayal, and the struggle for a better future, The Shattered Star explores the complexities of leadership, the price of freedom, and the courage it takes to fight against seemingly insurmountable odds.
Lyra stood at the edge of the cliffs, the sea crashing below her as the wind tugged at her dark hair. The town of Vailhollow stretched behind her, nestled along the coast in a gentle curve of land. It was a peaceful place, far removed from the chaos of the world beyond the horizon, and that's how she liked it.
Or at least, that's how she had liked it-before the strange events began.
The sun was setting, casting a warm orange glow over the sea, when she first saw it. A faint ripple in the sky, like a tear in the fabric of the world itself, stretching across the heavens. For a moment, she thought it was a trick of the light. But then the ripple expanded, and the sky turned black-almost as if something were pulling the night itself from the depths of the universe.
She shook her head, blinking, but the strange phenomenon was still there. It was as if the storm had somehow frozen the air around her, holding her in place. Her heart beat faster, an unfamiliar unease creeping into her chest.
The town below seemed oblivious to the strange occurrence, as usual. The villagers were already retreating into their homes for the evening, unaware of the celestial anomaly above them. But Lyra couldn't ignore it. Something was wrong.
Turning back toward the village, she stumbled into someone-a tall figure, cloaked in a dark traveling robe, who appeared out of nowhere.
"You saw it, didn't you?" the stranger asked, his voice low and urgent. His eyes, hidden beneath the hood, gleamed with a knowing intensity.
Lyra didn't respond immediately. Her heart was still pounding in her chest, and her mind raced to process what she had just witnessed. Who was this man? And why was he here?
"Lyra," the man said softly, almost as though reading her thoughts. "You are not who you think you are. And neither is this place."
Samantha Green never imagined her life would change with a single decision. A hardworking and independent woman, Sam is accidentally thrust into a world of wealth and privilege when she agrees to marry Luke Ashford, a charismatic business tycoon, to save his family estate from a scandal. Initially a temporary arrangement, their marriage of convenience begins to blossom into something real as they discover shared values, vulnerabilities, and an unexpected connection. Following their second, heartfelt wedding, Sam and Luke navigate the complexities of married life under the public eye. While their love grows, so do the challenges. Sam struggles to adapt to the expectations of high society while holding on to her individuality and dreams. She proposes turning a neglected section of the Ashford estate into a community center, a project met with initial resistance from Luke due to financial constraints. Despite the tension, the couple learns to compromise and support each other's ambitions. Their life takes a turn when Clara, Luke's childhood friend and former fiancée, returns unexpectedly with news of her pregnancy and a plea for help. While Luke offers Clara a place to stay, Sam grapples with feelings of insecurity and jealousy. Clara's presence adds strain to their marriage, but Sam's compassion and determination to protect her bond with Luke shine through. At the same time, Luke faces a scandal as a journalist uncovers allegations of financial misconduct tied to his late father. The media frenzy threatens to tarnish the Ashford name and Luke's reputation. With Sam's unwavering support, they uncover the truth: a rival business tycoon orchestrated the false claims to damage the family legacy. Together, Sam and Luke clear his name and emerge stronger as a couple. Clara, realizing she must carve out her own path, decides to leave the estate and start anew, inspired by Sam's grace and integrity. Her departure marks the resolution of lingering tensions, allowing Luke and Sam to fully embrace their future. As they continue to build their lives, Sam's community center becomes a symbol of her dedication to creating a meaningful legacy. The project also reflects the couple's growth as a team, balancing personal dreams with shared responsibilities. The story culminates in a health scare that forces Luke to confront his fears about vulnerability and fatherhood. The experience deepens their bond and inspires them to embrace the possibility of starting a family. Through scandals, family tensions, and personal struggles, Sam and Luke transform their accidental marriage into a profound partnership built on love, trust, and resilience. Their journey highlights the power of taking risks, the strength of vulnerability, and the beauty of finding love in the most unexpected places. "Against All Odds" is a story of transformation, second chances, and a love worth fighting for-a reminder that sometimes, life's most meaningful moments are born from the accidents we never saw coming.
Janice, the long-forgotten legitimate heiress, made her way back to her family, pouring her heart into winning their hearts. Yet, she had to relinquish her very identity, her academic credentials, and her creative works to her foster sister. In return for her sacrifices, she found no warmth, only deeper neglect. Resolute, Janice vowed to cut off all emotional bonds. Transformed, she now stood as a master of martial arts, adept in eight languages, an esteemed medical expert, and a celebrated designer. With newfound resolve, she declared, "From this day forward, no one in this family shall cross me."
Linsey was stood up by her groom to run off with another woman. Furious, she grabbed a random stranger and declared, "Let's get married!" She had acted on impulse, realizing too late that her new husband was the notorious rascal, Collin. The public laughed at her, and even her runaway ex offered to reconcile. But Linsey scoffed at him. "My husband and I are very much in love!" Everyone thought she was delusional. Then Collin was revealed to be the richest man in the world. In front of everyone, he got down on one knee and held up a stunning diamond ring. "I look forward to our forever, honey."
P-please, I beg you. Come let's go tell Christian I had no hand in whatever happened, p-please." I clutched the lapel of his jacket desperately. "Let's go. You need to tell my husband you were paid." "Young lady, you're harassing me." His tone was cold and his stare granite. But I could care less. "You harassed me first! You had sex with me without my consent, my husband knows and now I'm pregnant with this child he doesn't want. You ruined my marriage! I-I hate you!" ************************************ Caught by her husband with another man on their matrimonial bed the morning after her birthday, Hailey Codza could not defend herself. As though it's not enough, she gets pregnant. Her enraged husband decides to pay her back for her infidelity by having an affair with his ex-girlfriend - Denise Kellers, the family Hailey never knew she had. Losing her family's wealth and company to her husband and his ex (now girlfriend), she is devastated, homeless and penniless as all her credit cards are blocked by her husband. She sees the man who is responsible for her pregnancy. The man she has no idea how he'd found his way to her matrimonial bed - Jared Johnson. Jared is annoyed when this strange woman disrupts his meeting and accuses him of ruining her life, marriage and impregnating her. It affects his business deals and having no choice, he marries her to calm the public whilst engaged to someone else. But he loathes her and allows his family treats her badly. Hailey who has fallen in love with Jared is broken when she can no longer take the humiliation. She signs the divorce papers and leaves, only to arrive six years later to the country as a self-made, secret billionaire and a mother of twins. Now her two ex-husbands are begging to have her back...
The day Raina gave birth should have been the happiest of her life. Instead, it became her worst nightmare. Moments after delivering their twins, Alexander shattered her heart-divorcing her and forcing her to sign away custody of their son, Liam. With nothing but betrayal and heartbreak to her name, Raina disappeared, raising their daughter, Ava, on her own.Years later, fate comes knocking when Liam falls gravely ill. Desperate to save his son, Alexander is forced to seek out the one person he once cast aside. Alexander finds himself face to face with the woman he underestimated, pleading for a second chance-not just for himself, but for their son. But Raina is no longer the same broken woman who once loved him.No longer the woman he left behind. She has carved out a new life-one built on strength, wealth, and a long-buried legacy she expected to uncover.Raina has spent years learning to live without him.The question is... Will she risk reopening old wounds to save the son she never got to love? or has Alexander lost her forever?
Bailey seems to be never destined to fit in, a little geeky, but under it all, a hidden beauty that so many seem to miss, but still not what her pack Alpha is looking for in a fated mate... so he is determined to reject her and make her life hell. Bailey, knowing her life will likely never be the same focuses on what she can control, her future, and heads off to study; becoming a teacher. Asher is the Beta of Autumn Valley Pack, a neighbouring pack. A broken man having suffered the loss of his mate after a rogue attack, Asher is slowly crumbling. Falling to pieces. A shadow of his former self, and not a man that anyone wants to be around anymore... Until, Autumn Valley Pack require a new teacher, and Bailey finds herself there and pushed together with the Beta. Is there a connection building or is that in their imaginations? And what will happen when Bailey's mate comes back to claim what is his?
The whispers said that out of bitter jealousy, Hadley shoved Eric's beloved down the stairs, robbing the unborn child of life. To avenge, Eric forced Hadley abroad and completely cut her off. Years later, she reemerged, and they felt like strangers. When they met again, she was the nightclub's star, with men ready to pay fortunes just to glimpse her elusive performance. Unable to contain himself, Eric blocked her path, asking, "Is this truly how you earn a living now? Why not come back to me?" Hadley's lips curved faintly. "If you’re eager to see me, you’d better join the queue, darling."