grand ancestral bloodlines

ASTURIAS SERIES 1: FERTON As Elinor Callie Valdez de Montalvo receives the unexpected inheritance of the de Montalvo family's properties through her grandmother's will, she is determined to right the wrongs of her past and honor her departed grandmother's legacy. Leaving behind the bustling city of Manila, Philippines, she returns to her roots in Asturias, where destiny awaits. In the midst of fulfilling the provisions of the will, Elinor's path intertwines with that of Ferton Gavin Servan, a ruggedly handsome farmer from their ancestral hacienda. Sparks ignite, and a love story like no other begins to unfurl amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Asturias. Together, Elinor and Ferton face numerous trials and tribulations. Will they have the strength to conquer the challenges that lie ahead, or will they choose to surrender to the obstacles that seek to tear them apart?

My grandfather, Terry Sims, suffered from bipolar disorder and was prone to anger and mood swings. My mother, Catherine, was his only chill pill. On the day they were hunted down by enemies, my mom went into early labor and lost her life in an attempt to save him. Devastated, my grandfather could not see a way out of his disorder and poured all his love into me. He would pull out the tongues of those who mocked me and fed them to the dogs. The families of those who hurt me would meet their end. It was known to the people of Mistvale that the granddaughter of Terry Sims was untouchable. Due to my congenital heart disease, he reluctantly sent me abroad for medical treatment. After my surgery, I rushed back to his side for his birthday, thinking of giving him a surprise. However, I was mistaken for a gold digger by a carer and locked in the basement. “Of all the things you can do for your age, you throw yourself at men. Since your parents won’t restrain your behavior, I’ll have to do it for them.” She pulled out my tongue, dumped acid all over me, and dug out my snewly transplanted heart to give as a birthday gift to my grandfather, who had been waiting for my return. “Mr. Sims, the skank tried to impersonate Ms. Sims, but I got everything sorted out for you.”

The Milford Vineyards of west Kentucky are beautiful and lined with row after row of lush grape vines. As Willa drove past them she thought back to her childhood days spent with her best friend Kaysea Milford running down the grape laden rows. Today Kaysea's family was throwing a wine tasting party to celebrate the launch of their newest red wine. It was sure to make a grand mark amongst the nation's red wines. After college Willa and Kaysea both went back home to join their family's prospective businesses. Neither of them were lacking for anything as both family's were very well off. Willa's family owned a large dairy farm just to the east of where the Milford's land was situated. The Stockholm Farm spanned thousands of acres and many grocery stores in the state as well as others in the country were being supplied with filtered milk from their dairy. Two generations of the Stockholm family had been working the dairy farm and making the business a billion dollar entity. The day Willa went to the Milford's wine tasting party she encountered Grey Langly. The real-estate tycoon from Frankfort who was an architect by trade. She accidentally bumped into him while carrying a glass of red wine in her hand and spilled the contents down the front of her dress. "Oh my!" "Pardon me miss" exclaimed Grey! "Let me get you something to wipe up that mess." When Willa locked eyes with Grey she instantly fell silent and couldn't speak. His dark eyes and handsome face rendered her speechless. She couldn't move and her heart raced. "Are you ok?" Grey asked. Kaysea immediately walked over to rescue Willa from the embarrassing situation. Grey, let me introduce you to my best friend Willa Stockholm.

Cerita ini bermula dari kunjungan Amelia Caras (Mia), seorang gadis nyaris pengangguran ke kedai kopi teman masa kecilnya sekaligus pemuda yang ia sukai diam- diam selama ini, Juan Zavala. Mereka sebenarnya saling menyukai tapi Mia selalu menolak perasaan Juan. Dalam kunjungan yang kesekian kalinya, Mia bertemu dengan pelanggan tua bernama Aguirre yang selalu menganggap Mia mirip dengan kekasihnya dengan menunjukkan foto- foto sang kekasih. Mia sama sekali belum menyadari, bahwa sebenarnya pertemuan itu membawa benang merah yang panjang dengan kunjungan sang ibu dan nenek ke flatnya demi pengobatan Alzheimer nenek. Namun kedatangan keluarganya ke Mexico City berhasil membuat Mia menemukan lagi kisah cinta lama yang terputus, sekaligus menemukan kisah cintanya sendiri.

Aria Abrams, an innocent, uneducated girl is the works for the devil in disguise in his mansion as the house help. She is the gardener's grand daughter and she has no idea her life is about to change when she accepts a deal with him for something she wants in return. A life changing opportunity! Xavier Hudson, the grumpy businessman and the only heir to his entire family line is ready to do anything to get a wife, even if it means asking the first girl he sets his eyes on to marry him right after swearing off on all women. Is the deal worth all the trouble that comes along with it? Will they be able to fight the growing attraction despite the lies surrounding them? What happens when the lines get crossed and the truth comes out? Read more to find out in this steamy slown burn novel!

Princess Camellia Arventia was rejected and mistreated by Emperor Donovan Arventia and Crown Prince Theodore Arventia throughout her life. Born to a consort, she lost her mother shortly after birth and grew up isolated in her palace. Forgotten by everyone, Camellia was used as a fax machine, doing charity work just to improve the image of the imperial family, believing that if she fulfilled her role well, she would be accepted by her family. Camellia ends up getting involved with the Grand Duke of the Empire, the Emperor's cousin, William Valois, who is constantly being sent to war by the Imperial family. On discovering the Emperor's plans to assassinate the Grand Duke, Camellia tries to warn him, but her efforts are in vain and she ends up being accused of treason, tortured, and executed. "Benevolent, you say, glorious empire, you say." I opened my eyes, anger completely overwhelming me at that moment. "My only sin was believing that one day I would be recognized by a family that had always planned my destruction." I freed myself from the executioner's grip, standing up and turning towards the box, where the imperial family watched in shock. "I curse the imperial family and if there is a goddess in this pig-infested world, may she grant me the gift of coming back from the dead and destroying each one of you!" His last request was to take revenge. Will Enora, the goddess of the Arventia empire, grant him this wish?

Being discarded by my family and betrayed by my fiancé and step-sister was not the dream future I wanted. This was supposed to be a grand alliance between the two packs. But I was cornered in anger by this betrayal. Until I had to leave and decided to be more flexible, that night's meeting became the starting point of an unexpected future. Yes, just like the time, I couldn't scream anymore, and only tears of pleasure fell down my cheeks. "Uh, I'm close." So close that I didn't realize if we would look at each other again later. Not on the bed, but on the desk. "Damn, I keep imagining how he moves on top of me." Now, how could I work as his secretary with such a dirty mind?

BREAKING NEWS: Joaquin Alfonso Agravante—the most respected and the wealthiest businessman in the country, and the heir to the Agravante Holdings Inc., who has been promised to marry the daughter of the owner of Chua Holdings, was caught on camera while having the hottest night of his life… with a prostitute. Now known as the epitome of darkness; the most handsome beast of his generation was never expected to do such a thing just to pleasure himself. What a very scandalous affair, indeed. Such an event only proves that once lust takes over, not even a saint can escape the chains of temptation. *** Minerva Ezra Clemente, a prostitute, lived her life bedding elite men in order to survive the catastrophic challenges that befell her life when her parents died and when her relatives took over their company and threw her out of their own house. But she has had enough. After that hot and intense night with her last client, Minerva decided to end her worthless life. But someone was able to stop her from doing so, and even asked her to marry him in exchange for a grand life and a house she can call home and that man was none other than her last client—Joaquin Alfonso Agravante, the wealthiest businessman in the country and the heir to the Agravante Inc., her parents’ biggest rival company in the business industry.

Love. Duty. Valor. Secrets & Betrayals *** In the Kingdom of Vakythia, power cleaves the populace into two distinct classes: the Blessed, wielding gifts granted by the Ember, and the ordinary citizens, devoid of such divine favor. Arwyn Balchor, a rebellious girl and a blessed healer, finds her life intertwined with that of Thrystan Gaelen, the Fire Prince and future king of Vakythia— propelling her from the shantytown of Wyrm to the opulent palace. But blending in is a fragile thing, especially with a watchful enemy lurking in the shadows, poised to sabotage her every move. And as if that weren't enough, she unwittingly captures the attention of the Prince Thrystan Gaelan. Amidst swirling palace politics and brewing tensions, Arwyn begins to experience haunting visions linked to the plague ravaging a part of the Kingdom and a mysterious woman. As the kingdom prepares for the grand annual Sun Festival, an insidious threat looms closer, with the plague creeping ever nearer to the Capital.

Drugged by her father, stepmother and step-sister, Trina Ryder had a passionate one night stand with a total stranger. As if that betrayal wasn't enough, her conniving family took away all hers and her ailing mom’s vast inheritance and sent them away from their ancestral home. Eager to regroup so as to become powerful enough to reclaim what’s rightfully hers, Trina relocates abroad, only to find out that she's pregnant for the mysterious stranger she had a one night stand with! Six years later, she returns to her homeland with a five year old daughter in tow. With her degree in hotel management and excellent skills in cooking, she got the much-coveted job as the private secretary/ personal chef to the richest and most successful businessman in the whole United States of America, Zane McAllister. When an incident led to her  cheerful, boisterous and mischievous daughter, Eleanor Ryder and Zane McAllister’s mini version— the cold, aloof, indifferent and extremely smart five year old Jayden McAllister to discover that they are actually biological twin siblings, their two unsuspecting parents are in for a roller coaster of surprises! Jayden and Eleanor formed an alliance and their mission; place a trap for their parents such that they have no option but to fall.  But exactly what will Zane and Trina fall into? Undying love or a reckless battle of custody?