worth the candle

She never felt love and care. Namulat siya sa mundo na walang pakialam ang pamilya niya sa kanya. Lahat nang pwedeng makasakit sa kanya ay ginawa nang mga Ito pisikal man o emosyonal. She did everything just to please her parents and make them love her pero walang nangyari dahil puro kuya nalang niya ang bukang bibig ng mga Ito. Kahit kailan ay di nila nakita ang halaga niya. Pinag kaitan nang kalayaan at kasiyahan. Ginawang utusan sa pamamahala at ipinakikilang ampon sa lahat nang kakilala nito. But one night change everything, isang gabi na nag pabago nang lahat, gabi na nag pa bago nang kanilang buhay at buhay ni Dalary bilang bulag. They lost her, and it's just right because she had enough. They regret but it's too late. That night when they left her bleeding someone unknown rescue her and bring her to another place, a place where she truly belongs. The place where she learned her true value and worth that her parents didn't see. Dalary thought she'll be happy not until she discover something that has to do with her lost virginity.

**Completed Novel. This is the first book in the Baxter Brothers series.** Levi Baxter has a bad temper. He always believed he wouldn't have a mate until he catches the scent of a beautiful female his brother saved at a gas station. When his eyes land on Doriane, everything changes. Doriane Scott has a past she is trying to leave behind. While escaping her abusers one frightening night, she is brought into the hands of the most dangerous-looking man she had ever laid eyes on. Can Doriane overcome her past to find safety in the arms of Levi, who promises her protection and so much more? If Levi can't find out how to reign in his temper and his beast, he will lose her for good.

**Completed. This is the second book in the Baxter Brother's series. It can be read as a stand-alone novel. Almost ten years ago, Landon watched his mate be killed right before his eyes. It changed him. After being hard and controlling for years, he has finally learned how to deal with the fact that she was gone. Forever. So when he arrives in Washington, Landon is shocked to find his mate alive. And he is even more determined to convince her to give him a chance. Brooklyn Eversteen almost died ten years ago. She vividly remembers the beckoning golden eyes that saved her, but she never saw him again. Ten years later, she agrees to marry Vincent in the agreement that he will forgive the debt. But when those beckoning golden eyes return, she finds she must make an even harder decision.

Catelyn lost everything: her father, her family, her pride…and her innocence overnight.When her father was falsely accused of murder, she sacrificed herself to stay the night with a man that was meant to be her fiance, only to be abandoned later.Pregnant with twins, she hid away and only managed to keep one of her children after an accident. Now, her fate is entangled with that of the most powerful man in Sapphire City, and his supposedly 'illegitimate' son.

Mateo Morales has been missing for two months. He disappeared with no sign left behind; no hints, and no clue as to where he went and why he disappeared. Eva Morales has been searching religiously for her brother. Being a lone wolf, her family is all she has and she will do anything for her brother. When all her clues lead to Laurence Baxter, she can't help but follow the breadcrumbs, but what she discovers might be more than what she bargained for.Laurence Baxter is wild, untamed, and spontaneous. He lives the life he wants and does what he wants; it works for him. But when his PI disappears, he can't help but feel responsible and he jumps right into a long search. When Mateo's sister, Eva, shows up and Laurence discovers her as his mate, he is thrilled to be so lucky. However, this prickly woman wants nothing to do with mates, nevermind a playboy like himself.Searching for Mateo and unraveling the Morales family secrets soon turns out to be more than he bargained for and Laurence finds more answers than he was hoping to find. After his mate runs from him, he has to make a decision: chase after her and rush into danger or let her be alone like she wants.*This is the third book in the Baxter Brothers series, though it can be read as a standalone novel*

Allana had always thought that she had a perfect life, a loving family, a kind husband, a cute and lovable son, and a sweet adoptive sister. But everything was a lie, her husband cheated on her even before they married, her son dead, and her adoptive sister turned out to be her husband's mistress and her son’s biological mother. This made her question her sanity and her worth, driving her to the far corner till she hoped she was dead, but a man from her past seems to be lurking around waiting for her for years. Dead set on taking her own life, this man from her past showed her what it is to love herself, know her worth, and be loved unconditionally. Pampered and wanted, however, will Allana be willing to fall in love again? Book 1 of Love, Lust, Lies Series

*Still editing*Sebastian Martinez was a Playboy. Cruel, ignorant, cold, irritable; he all was. Getting married to Adrienne by an arranged marriage, he couldn't learn to be committed to their relationship. Although Adrienne had been really hopeful that he'd change someday, her hope got shattered at a point her effort started to seem like it wasn't reflecting. After a devastating betrayal from Sebastian, she decided to get divorced to him. Happy, he really was. But, would his happiness last forever?Meeting her a few months later, Sebastian felt the need to have this woman back. But well, maybe it was too late for him. Adrienne had a guy who made her happy, who made her forget her past pain. As her love journey became tough, who would she fall for? The guy who liked her, and always made her happy? Or her ex-husband who betrayed her?~Read to know more!❤️

Sophie's dreams of a loving marriage to Alex shatter when she uncovers a betrayal that rocks her world. As she navigates through the treacherous waters of a manipulative mother-in-law, Cathy, and the deceitful schemes of Mia, Sophie finds solace in the enigmatic Luca. Just when Sophie thinks she's found her footing, revelations of a pregnancy and a series of misunderstandings with Alex throw her life into disarray. With her heart torn between the man she once loved and the man who offers her a new beginning, Sophie must decide where her future lies. Can Sophie and Alex's love survive the storm of secrets and lies? Or will the shadows of deception consume their chance at happiness?

Escaping from the captive of her terrible boyfriend, Jane presumed she could start afresh. Be happy and forget about the past. Little did she know that escaping from her boyfriend would lead to the beginning of disaster. She was the price to pay for her father's debts, but instead she was auctioned to a Mafia. Alexander, the ruthless Mafia Lord, always played his cards right. Killing two birds with one stone. 80 million dollars was worth risking to acquire the club and the unexpected lot. But what if innocent Jane wasn't just an auctioned item but also the price for a debt owned to the Mafia Lord.

Si Jade Sy and epitome ng isang perfect daughter. Pinalaki siyang masunurin at mapagbigay to the point na tila nakakalimutan niya na kung ano ba talaga ang kanyang gusto at kung sino ba talaga siya. Itinatak sa isipan niyang dapat niyag sundin ang pamilya dahil sila ang nakakaalam ng makabubuti sa kanya. Sinunod niya ang lahat maging ang pagpapakasal sa isang lalaking walang ginawa kundi ipakita sa kanya kung gaano siya nito kinamumuhian. Is love enough to stay in a marriage that was loveless in the first place?