Ishq Ka Ain

Dmitri Volkov is the heir to one of New York’s most ruthless Russian mafia families—cold, controlled, and carrying scars no one is allowed to see. He has spent his life obeying blood oaths and burying every part of himself that doesn’t serve the syndicate. Love, especially love for a man, is a weakness he cannot afford. Ethan Moreau is a twenty-two-year-old French art student on scholarship at NYU—soft-spoken, openly gay, and painfully trusting. He came to New York to chase beauty in a city full of sharp edges, never expecting one of those edges to look back at him with ice-blue eyes. Their worlds collide by chance in Central Park. A fleeting encounter becomes stolen nights, desperate kisses in shadowed alleys, and whispered promises neither of them can keep. For Ethan, Dmitri is intensity and danger wrapped in tenderness he’s never known. For Dmitri, Ethan is the first crack of light in a life built on darkness—and the one thing that could destroy everything he’s been raised to protect. But secrets have weight. Dmitri’s family is closing in, a rival syndicate is circling, and every touch between them pulls the noose tighter. Misunderstandings fester into silence, jealousy into rage, and love into something that hurts to hold. When blood finally stains the canvas of their fragile world, Ethan will have to decide if he can love a man who was born to break hearts—and Dmitri will have to choose between the family that raised him and the only person who ever made him want to be free. In a city that devours the innocent, their story is a slow bleed of devotion, betrayal, and the kind of love that can ruin you completely.

Lila’s world fell apart the moment she discovered her husband’s betrayal. But her heart began to heal the night she met Kyler King. With his devastating charm, piercing eyes, and an air of mystery, Kyler is everything her husband never was. He’s kind, protective, and impossibly wealthy—a man who seems to step right out of a dream. When Lila stumbles into his life, Kyler is determined to show her the love and care she’s always deserved. But breaking free from her cruel husband, Taylor, won’t be easy. Taylor’s obsession with Lila turns dangerous, forcing Kyler to fight not just for her heart, but for her life. As secrets unravel and danger closes in, Kyler becomes Lila’s unwavering protector and her chance at true happiness. Read more…

(21+++) Kedua kakak beradik Nathan berusia 17 tahun dan Nela berusia 15 tahun, terus berlari menembus hutan belantara, hutan terlarang yang jarang dikunjungi manusia. Dengan Kaki yang berdarah akibat pukulan sebilah bambu sang ibu sambung, Nela terus mengikuti kakaknya. Kesalahan kecil menumpahkan nasi sebakul membuat Nela harus menerima kemarahan ibu. Bukan hanya sekali Nathan menyaksikan adiknya disiksa, dari kesalahan kecil, menumpahkan nasi, pulang terlambat satu menit saja dari sekolah maka adiknya itu harus mengalami cidera yang tak sedikit jumlahnya disekujur tubuh. Nathan tak tahu kenapa ibunya sangat membenci Nela, terkadang dia yang harus melindungi tubuh adiknya dari pukulan sang ibu. Hutan itu terlalu gelap namun mereka tak berhenti berlari, sampai Nela berseru. "Kakak, aku tak kuat lagi" Nathan berpaling, luka di betis adiknya membiru dengan beberapa tetes darah yang telah mengering, bisa dibayangkan bagaimana perihnya terkena sabetan bambu yang sudah dipersiapkan ibu setiap kali Nela berbuat kesalahan sekecil apapun itu. Hati Nathan tersayat, ini tak bisa dibiarkan, jika terus berlanjut maka dia akan menyaksikan adiknya itu mati didepannya, itu yang ibu sambungnya inginkan. Ayahnya yang harus mengais rezeki di rantau orang sebagai TKI, pulang setahun sekali, tak tahu sama sekali apa yang menimpa mereka berdua. Rintihan Nela membuat Nathan tersentak. "Tahan sebentar dek, sedikit lagi kita akan tiba dihutan dimana ibu tak akan menemukan kita" Namun Nathan salah, ibunya dan beberapa masyarakat mengejar mereka.....

In a world filled with secrets and danger, Anya finds herself trapped between her haunting past and a future teetering on the edge of darkness. Struggling with the burden of an unknown illness and a tragic history, she seeks solace within the confines of her fractured heart. But when an attempt on her life reveals a web of betrayal and deceit, Anya's fragile existence is shattered. She learned that she was to be sold to the ruthless Russian mafia boss who was more cruel that her wicked uncle. But when she tried to run away, she ended up in the arms of the waiting mafia boss and that shattered her. The ruthless capo, Vincenzo, unexpectedly becomes her ally, unravelling a side of him she never knew existed. As they navigate through a treacherous underworld, they discover a shared strength that defies all odds. Together, they embark on a journey of discovery, where past and present collide, and the lines between trust and betrayal blur. As they inch closer to the truth, Anya's determination intensifies, and she realizes she is no longer willing to be a victim. She will stop at nothing to expose the darkness that threatens to consume her. In this gripping tale of resilience, love, and redemption, Anya must confront her deepest fears, confront the demons of her past, and find the strength to fight for justice. Will she uncover the truth and find the freedom she seeks, or will the shadows of her past devour her once more? "Tainted Desires" is a captivating suspense novel that explores the intricate dance between secrets, loyalty, and the indomitable spirit of a woman determined to reclaim her life. Prepare to be enthralled by a tale that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final, heart-stopping revelation.

Hanna menikah tanpa pacaran dan hanya taaruf sebulan. Yusuf, suaminya. Lelaki yang dia pikir adalah suami terbaik, sebab tampan dan kaya, rupanya menyimpan rahasia di salah satu bilik dalam rumahnya. Karena penasaran apa yang ada di bilik itu, Hanna pun berusaha mencari tahu. Sejak itulah, konflik muncul satu demi satu. Rahasia juga terkuak sedikit demi sedikit. Rupanya, Yusuf sengaja, membuat Hanna penasaran, dan ia mengulur waktu karena ingin balas dendam pada keluarga Hanna. Yusuf beranggapan hidupnya hancur karena keluarga Hanna. Di mana ayah Hanna dan kakaknya Zidan telah memperkosa wanita yang disimpan dalam biliknya. Namun, seiring berjalan waktu di samping dendam yang ia lampiaskan, Yusuf malah jatuh cinta pada Hanna.

Trigger Warning!! This book is very dark, containing torture and abuse, read at your own risk!! "Take off your clothes Brie! You can't run from me! I'll always catch you, little mouse." His menacing voice rang out. I was already caged between him and the wall, there was nowhere left to run. He caught my wrists in a strong grip, until I cried out from the pain. "Please I'm not ready! I need some more time" I sobbed, my whole body shaking badly,I was willing to do anything to reach out to whatever little humanity he has left. His eyes were cold. Merciless. He was going to hurt me, I knew it. "But you were ready to run away with that bastard, weren't you? " The smirk on his face as he taunted me betrayed the icy rage that simmered in his eyes. "You belong to me, Brie! I'm your husband! And I won't be denied of my rights, Refuse me again, I dare you to Brie!" He hissed, his grey eyes simmering with hot fury. What happens when Gabriella Thorne gets forced into an arranged marriage with Lucian Castiel. He is Cold. Brutal. He gets anything he wants. What happens when he's determined to TAINT Gabrielle's innocence with his darkness. Is there a flicker of light at the end of the tunnel, or would she be forever tainted by his Psychotic Obsession?

Chains of Eternity – Synopsis When the Spell descended, Kael was nothing but a street thief—hungry, nameless, and forgotten. But fate brands even the lowest, and he awakens in a world of endless night, where monsters roam the crimson wastes and survival is measured in breaths. Cursed with a living shadow bound by chains, Kael discovers a terrible truth: every kill feeds the void within him, granting strength at the cost of his humanity. As he claws his way through horrors, he learns he is not alone. Other Chosen walk the darkness—rivals, allies, betrayers—each wielding powers as strange and dangerous as his own. Together and apart, they will uncover the secret of the Spell, the price of survival, and the terrible destiny awaiting those who endure. But the longer Kael fights, the more he wonders: does he wield the shadow… or does the shadow wield him? In a realm where hope is a myth and dawn is just a rumor, Kael must decide—become prey, or embrace the hunger and rise as something far worse.

Ketika Andreas sadar dari koma selama tujuh tahun, kehidupannya sudah banyak berubah. Apa yang ia miliki dulu sudah jadi milik orang lain bahkan calon istri yang akan ia nikahi. Dia menikah dengan pria lain, pria lain yang buka orang asing baginya. Kakak kandungnya sendiri. Andreas tak habis pikir mengapa Ana dan Andrew tega melakukan itu disaat ia terbaring setelah kecelakaan. Andreas marah dan bersumpah mengambil semua yang ia punya dulu dan meninggalkan luka yang sama untuk mereka.

Emily Blair Nitori dreamed of a perfect guy. A rich and a handsome man. However, she fell in love with her friend Kyle, a nerdy college student who works as a part-timer in a convenience store and an orphan who lived alone. Knowing that her family wouldn't accept Kyle and the fact that he wasn't her ideal man, she agreed to be engaged to the heir of the Remington Empire, Xander. Because of his broken heart, Kyle left and came back after a year. When they met again, he was different and suddenly became rich. What if she finds out that her first love was really the future king of a foreign country? Will a girl who was once engaged to someone else be fit to be his future queen? Fate played tricks on them the first time. Will fate continue to play with them for the second time? ************************************* **Book cover is not mine. Credit to the rightful owner.** Contact me at skymaiden0319@gmail.com Instagram: authorsky_maiden Facebook: Sky Maiden FB Link: https://www.facebook.com/sky.maiden.121

This is the story of a woman deceived and killed just to claim things that should have been rightfully hers. Let's meet the main character, Ellaine Santiago, and how she faced a situation she could never undo. She became an orphan at a young age due to her parents' death in a car accident, leading her to live with her Aunt Amanda, who raised her until she reached adulthood. It was there that she also met a man who captured her heart, Dave De Guzman. They deeply loved each other, eventually planning to get married. Little did she know that this would be the beginning of a life-changing event, as her cousin Josephine, Aunt Amanda's only child, returned home. Unbeknownst to Ellaine, Josephine's vacation plan had sinister intentions to steal and seduce her fiancé, Dave. Dave fell for Josephine's seduction, leading Josephine to plot Ellaine's murder to completely win Dave over. In an unexpected turn of events, Ellaine almost lost her life at Josephine's hands, falling into a waterfall and losing consciousness. Presumed dead, Ellaine was buried by her family, and Josephine successfully took Dave away from her. Upon her return, Ellaine was ready to hold her cousin and those who wronged her accountable for her near-death experience. But is she truly ready to confront the people who were once dear to her and fight for her love with Dave De Guzman? Let's follow the story of Ella Santiago in the novel titled "The Revenge of Ellaine" by Jenny Agsangre.