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Lumira has no history — only a name and a life she built alone. When men in black suits appear at her door with a photograph of a woman who looks exactly like her, her world collapses in a single sentence: “You’ve been chosen.” Taken against her will and delivered into the ruthless mafia empire of Zarek Volkov, Lumira learns the truth — she wasn’t kidnapped. She was selected. Chosen to replace a dead woman. Chosen to wear another name. Chosen to live another life. Chosen to become a ghost’s shadow. Zarek doesn’t want love. He doesn’t want healing. He doesn’t want consent. He wants continuity. Cold. Dominant. Untouchable. A man who rules through fear and silence. A king who doesn’t negotiate — he commands. As Lumira is stripped of identity, freedom, and choice, a psychological war begins between possession and resistance, control and survival, obsession and defiance. Because she refuses to disappear. And he refuses to let her remain. In a world where power replaces morality and love is a weapon, The Girl in the Photograph is a dark, twisted mafia romance about identity theft, psychological dominance, forced transformation, and a dangerous bond that blurs the line between captivity and connection. Some love stories begin with a kiss. Hers begins with a replacement.

It was never meant to be Valerie. Malorie had been promised to the Grand Duke of Nor'east. When she learned about the tales of how mad of a man he was, fear led her into committing the unthinkable. Being born and bred by Ethan Valencia, a man whose life mission is to ruin his daughters and almost everyone in his path, Valerie knew what consequences Malorie would face, but she didn't know it would get to her. Now being married off to Raelyth Thalor, the man rumoured to be mad—a man whom no human should cross paths with—Valerie's only mission is to survive, end the marriage on her own will, and get back with her sister. Sounds easy, right? Wrong. Valerie finds herself wanting more of this madman: his touch, his presence, his heart. Only that Raelyth Thalor, aside from being mad, does not have a heart.

​In his previous life, Elian Sterling was a bedridden patient who only knew the smell of antiseptics and the pain of cancer. He died at nineteen with a single wish: to live a healthy, free life. ​Fate answered... but with a twisted joke. ​Elian wakes up inside a novel he once read, inhabiting the body of the despised "Sub-Villain"—a character destined to die a miserable death at the hands of the city’s most terrifying men. ​Determined to rewrite his ending, Elian decides to change everything. ​He washes off the heavy villain makeup. ​He stops chasing the original male lead. ​And unlike the original owner of the body, he refuses to hide his rare, glowing Violet Eyes, embracing them as a symbol of his new life. ​His survival plan was simple: "Live quietly, enjoy good food, and stay invisible." ​But he didn't realize that his uncovered violet eyes would become his biggest danger. ​On the night of a grand gala, his mesmerizing gaze accidentally catches the attention of the very devils he tried to escape. Kieran and Kaelen Blackwood—the ruthless, identical twin billionaires who rule the underworld. Suffering from incurable madness and insomnia, the Twins find unexpected peace in Elian’s presence. ​Now that the predators have found their "cure," they have no intention of letting him go. ​Kieran : "The noise in my head stops only when you look at me. Do you really think I’ll let you look away?" Kaelen : "You are too beautiful to be hidden. You belong to us now, little mouse." ​Caught between two possessive villains and a family that suddenly dots on him, can Elian survive his new life? Or will his beautiful eyes drag him deeper into their obsessions ?

Elena Thorn never expected to cross paths with the ruthless and cold CEO, Ryan Redland who got rid of her like some nuisance. She never imagined that her fate would be sealed with him by a contract marriage, forced on them both. She is spoiled, free spirited, and daring. While, he is a man of control, order and silence. Despite the consistent tension, a costly romance simmers. What starts as a reluctant union quickly spirals to something sinister. With a dangerous love triangle, a vengeful, greedy and power-hungry secret rival in play, their union is one filled with love and betrayal. Can their bond survive the endless twists of deceit, pride, lust and betrayal? Will this contract be much more costly than they both bargained for?

Rating: 18+ | Contains strong emotional themes, mature situations, and graphic descriptions of grief and trauma. Camilla Gray is an orphan who believed her years of loneliness were finally over. After a lifetime of quiet sorrow, she finds a family in the Harts and a fierce, consuming love in their son, Bran. Their wedding day is a dream—soft, sunlit, and full of tender promises. But the dream shatters on their wedding night. In the midst of their first, frantic, and painfully inexperienced intimacy, Bran collapses. He dies in her arms, his secret heart condition—a debilitating fear of his own heartbeat called cardiophobia—never revealed to her. Camilla is left alone. Years passed, Camilla is not healing. She is surviving. Bran’s family, having lost their fortune, now lives in her small cottage—the house she and Bran built together. They eat the food she buys, turn up the heat she pays for, and look at her with eyes full of blame. They call her a curse. They whisper that she killed their son with her body, that her innocence was a weapon. And Camilla, haunted by the raw, painful memory of sex that ended in death, believes them. Did her love actually kill him? This is a story about the cost of secrets, the weight of blame, and the brutal journey of a woman who must clean up the wreckage of a life that ended just as hers was supposed to begin. Will she ever love again or hate her self FOREVER. You do not want to miss this story, just start reading and it'll capture you forever.

Meet Riven: a foul-mouthed teenage delinquent with an angelic face that could charm even the devil himself. Sure, his peers stayed clear off him, adults gave him the stink eye, and his parents were in a constant state of, “Where did we go wrong with you?” But hey, you could never accuse our troublemaker of having a dull life. Not until a freak accident gave him an all-expenses-paid trip to the afterlife, that is! All hope was not lost yet though, because just when Riven thought he was off to a permanent dirt nap, BAM! He’s yanked into an alternate Earth and reincarnated as the son of an overachieving Duke, who’s got high hopes for his only offspring. Can things get any crazier? Oh yes, it can! In this alternate earth, Riven has a mission to fulfill the wish of the Duke's real son: make the Duke proud and Riven gets to live. That should be an easy task, right? Except Riven doesn't have the freakiest idea how to do that! And, oh! Did I mention that there’s a secret crush involved? No? Oh, okay then! A secret crush he’s got to track down and impress in this freaking bizarre, superhuman world! So, how on Earth—or rather, an alternate one—is Riven supposed to find this crush while juggling all this drama? Anyhow! Buckle up, because this ride is about to get dangerously chaotic!

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Mei and Otis once loved each other during the most innocent years of their youth, only to break up in the middle of a heavy storm, leaving countless words unspoken. Years later, fate forces them quite unwillingly to become… roommates. A girl who’s cold on the outside but warm on the inside, sharp-tongued yet soft-hearted; A guy who’s rough around the edges but deeply loyal... The two of them crash back into each other’s lives amid hectic summer days, torrential rain, and the smallest moments of daily life. She says she doesn’t like him anymore. He says he’s long forgotten their past. But neither of them has ever changed their phone wallpaper, their old habits remain, and every time they face each other, their hearts skip a beat. From petty arguments, endless teasing, to sudden moments of quiet tenderness— there is still something between them that hasn’t ended. A storm arrives, dragging up all the feelings they buried. A silly blue penguin raincoat. A late-night phone call. And a truth both of them stubbornly refuse to say aloud: “I still like you.” A gentle, humorous, heart-achingly sweet urban romance about two people who once lost each other and slowly learn how to find their way back to each other’s hearts.

I’m a proud NEET who’s devoured every romance novel, manga, webtoon, and otome game out there. Just when I thought I’d conquered it all, a black bunny appeared in my dream. “Congrats! You’ve been chosen to help villains win across multiple worlds!” “Like a game?” “Uh . . . sure.” “Great, I’m in!” And just like that, I became an agent of the Villain System. Time to rewrite some happily-ever-afters—villain style. **[NOTE!]** This novel features multiple short arcs, each exploring different tropes such as ancient China, the modern world, beasts, werewolves, vampires, fantasy, school romance, idol groups—you name it! The twist? Each arc focuses on our MC making the villain (male) triumph over the male and female leads. The story is written primarily in 2nd and 3rd person POV for a dynamic and immersive experience. || Excerpt || [WARNING! MATURE Content Ahead!] “Then serve me . . . properly.” The command was both sensual and authoritative, and Xue Li’s pulse quickened under his intense gaze. The air between them grew heavy, her trembling hands faltering as she began to run the sponge across his chest, her touch featherlight against his scars. “Y-yes your majesty.” Han Feng leaned back slightly, watching her through half-lidded eyes, his expression unreadable. “Slower,” he murmured, his voice a low rumble that made her pulse skip. “You’re trembling,” he said, his voice velvet smooth, making her flinch. “I-It’s the steam, Your Majesty,” she stammered, though she knew it was a poor excuse. Han Feng chuckled softly, the sound deep and rich. “Hmm . . . Is that so? Then you have no problem cleaning my cock right?” Xue Li's eyes trembled, on the verge of tears, which seemed to please Han Feng. His smile grew wider as he urged her on. "Go on. You're going to serve me properly, aren't you?"

Choi Yujun- born into power but cursed with a 'weakness'. The only son of the Choi family is born an omega, born an embarrassment to a bloodline of strong and pure alphas. At a party, a violent attack from a mutual enemy exposed Yujun’s secret in front of his family’s sworn enemy, Hwang Jaehyun, Yujun prepares for humiliation and blackmail, offering himself to be used by the Alpha in order to protect himself from his own family Instead of the humiliation...Hwang Jaehyun does the unthinkable... The rival who is supposed to destroy him, becomes his drug, his shield, his forbidden comfort. Together they fight to bring down the people who made Yujun bleed…together they bleed in the face of betrayals, trials and "Don't you realize? I'm a Choi, I am cursed and I am sick" Yujun says with deep angish, "then use me, Yujun-ah, use me like a drug" Jaehyun response came out raw and desperate, his alpha swearing it.

Jessica found herself trapped in a cruel game orchestrated by her adopted father. He drugged her and sent her to a man's bed. By the time her adopted sister returned, their father had already sold her to yet another man. Caught between a passionate affection she cannot return and a rough love she covets, Jessica faced a difficult decision: whom should she choose?

Zain Yan is one of Shenzhen most powerful and ruthless business tycoons. To the world, he is a flawless CEO. But inside him lives a heartless wolf—trapped in a cage of hatred and revenge. Years ago, on a blood-soaked night, Zain lost his mother and his younger sister. The man responsible for their deaths was none other than Uncle Lu Kang— the same man Anya once trusted like family. That night turned Zain’s heart into stone. Now fate brings Anya into Zain’s life— a simple, hardworking, and innocent girl with no idea about the sins of her past. Zain gives her an important project, pushes her talent forward, and keeps her close… but his intentions are far from pure. To Zain, Anya is supposed to be a pawn— someone he can use to get closer to Lu Kang and destroy him completely. But destiny plays its own cruel game. Anya’s brilliance attracts dangerous attention, and the underworld ruler known as the Dragon King discovers who she really is. To eliminate a future threat, he orders her death. The girl Zain meant to use… becomes the girl he risks his life to protect. Caught between bullets, blood, and betrayal, Zain makes a shocking decision that changes everything— A forced contract marriage. In front of the world, and especially in front of Uncle Lu Kang, Zain declares Anya as his wife. The man who killed his family… and the girl who now carries his name— are tied together by a marriage built on revenge. Is this marriage merely a weapon? Or is Anya the only weakness of the Heartless Wolf? When buried truths begin to surface, when the real connection between Dragon King and Lu Kang is revealed, and when Anya finally learns why Zain chose her— It won’t be just a relationship that breaks… but the very cage imprisoning a wounded heart.

The Sovereign’s Treasure The world calls him a devil. He calls him his everything. Mark Mathew is the Sovereign—a man whose name is whispered in shadows and whose power is a steel-tempered grip over the city’s heart. To the underworld, he is the "Grave-Maker," a ruthless master who doesn't just punish his enemies; he erases them. He is a giant among men, cold and untouchable... until he looks at Win. Win is the light the Sovereign never thought he deserved—pure, innocent, and fragile as a newborn lamb. To the rest of the world, Win is a mystery; to Mark, he is the only person capable of bringing a devil to his knees. But shadows are lengthening. Justin, a man fueled by a delusional, white-knuckled obsession, is determined to "save" Win from the Sovereign’s clutches. Convinced that Win is a captive rather than a lover, Justin prepares to expose the horrific blood on Mark’s hands, oblivious to the fact that he is walking straight into the jaws of a predator. As the lines between protection and possession blur, Win must navigate the terrifying reality of Mark’s power. Can a love born in the darkness survive the truth of who the Master really is? Or will the Sovereign’s treasure be shattered by the very world built to protect him?

“Love & Cassettes” is a nostalgic journey back to the 90s—a time of handwritten notes, mixtapes, and first love that blooms quietly but fiercely. Sakshi Verma is a disciplined, studious girl who believes life is about rules, schedules, and keeping her heart safe. Samar Kapoor is her complete opposite: mischievous, carefree, and charming in a way that makes every room light up. When Samar joins Greenwood High, their worlds collide in the most unexpected ways—glances that linger, playful banter, and small acts of courage that speak louder than words. From shared speeches during school inspections to tutoring sessions that spark laughter, to elections, misunderstandings, and a paper leak scandal, their journey is full of trials, teasing, and tender moments. Each letter exchanged, each cassette shared, and every stolen glance builds a slow, heartfelt romance—a love that teaches them trust, patience, and the joy of growing together. In a world without instant messages, their story reminds us that love is in the little things, the moments between the chaos, and the courage to stand by each other—even when the world doubts.

Willow Sheffield suffers a fate worse than death when she is sold as a slave to the cold and cruel Alpha King, Dorian Haywood. Dorian, who is given an ultimatum by the elder council to find himself a luna who would give him an heir to the throne did not expect his mate to turn out to be a lowly slave. Sparks fly when they meet, but the discovery makes Dorian extremely embarrassed and furious and he makes it his mission to break his mate instead of claiming her. Unable to take his horrible behavior anymore, Willow escapes, only for Dorian to track her down years later, and this time, she is stronger and she also has a son who carries the Alpha’s eyes. Now Dorian will fight anyone to make Willow his again. What will Willow do?

I was nothing special. A shut-in. A chubby, ordinary girl who blended into the background like a shadow. Easy to ignore. Easier to mock. The world never ran out of ways to remind me I didn’t belong. Cruel jokes in hallways. Laughter that followed me home. Words sharper than blades, carving deeper than bruises ever could. Bit by bit, I shrank into myself until there was nothing left but silence and the weight of my own loneliness. That night, I decided I’d had enough. The chair creaked under me. The rope swayed above. My room was still, suffocating, as if the world didn’t care whether I breathed or not. And maybe it didn’t. Then—music. It came from the neighbor’s stereo, muffled through the thin walls. A single voice cutting into the darkness. A voice that shouldn’t have reached me, but did. Strong. Raw. Alive. It wrapped around me like a hand pulling me back from the edge. The lyrics told me not to hide my light. That even if it flickered, it still burned. I gasped, stumbling from the chair, clutching my chest as though those words had physically struck me. Tears blurred my vision, but for the first time in forever, they weren’t from pain—they were from something I thought I’d lost. Hope. That voice saved me. His voice. Eric. The lead singer of AUREA—the boyband that would one day become gods in the music world. To me, he wasn’t just an idol. He was my lifeline. And then . . . years later, when he died, the world mourned. I mourned. The one who saved me, the reason of my life, was gone, ripped from life far too soon. I thought it was over. But fate had other plans. One desperate wish, one shattered night, and when I opened my eyes—I was ten years in the past. Before the world knew AUREA. Before Eric was swallowed by fame. Before his voice was silenced forever. I’m just Emy—ordinary, clumsy, and invisible to most. But this time . . . it’s my turn. Eric saved me once. Now, I’ll save him. No matter what it takes.

Years ago, she walked away, shattering Xu Tao's world without a single goodbye. Now, she's back, but there's a devastating catch: she doesn't remember him. The intense, shared history, the first taste of true love—it's all a blank slate. Xu Tao is no longer the light-hearted boy she left behind. He is the cold, ruthless inheritor of an untouchable dynasty. Power drips from his every move, but the one thing he can't control is his lingering obsession with her. He could have his vengeance, or he could seize this shocking twist of fate as a cruel, beautiful opportunity. As he draws her into his glittering, dangerous life, Xu Tao sets a perilous game in motion. He will rebuild their connection from the ground up, manipulating her amnesia until she depends on him completely.

(WARNING: MATURE CONTENT!!!) In a land divided by elements and ruled by powerful lords blessed by ancient gods- Ignarion- god of fire. Vireon -god of storms. Caelion- god of wind. Neryth-goddess of ice and water. And Thalor- god of earth. Every alliance forged and every oath sworn carries the weight of divine power... and ancient prophecy. For centuries, each lord has coveted more power, more dominion, and more control. One spark is all it takes to ignite war. Born of fire, Aurelia Flameborne was once the pride and beloved daughter of Ashmere. A beautiful warrior princess, destined for greatness and betrothed to Neris Winterbourne, the cold and noble Lord of Winter. All of that shatters the day the witch Ishara curses her. After the devastating War of Ashmere, Her face becomes scarred, her magic fractures, and her family locks her away in the tallest tower, too ashamed to let the world see what she has become. Even her fiancé, the Lord of Winter, abandons her for another. But destiny refuses to let her fade. When whispers from the North threaten to end her engagement, Aurelia's heart shatters. But before her world crumbles completely, a storm rises. Valerian Stormborne, the ambitious and enigmatic Lord of Thunder, steps forward to claim her. Now bound to a tempest, Aurelia finds herself caught in a whirlwind of betrayal, political games, and the unexpected warmth of love from her tempestuous husband… and her husband's son who calls her mother. But beneath the surface of mortal schemes, the gods begin to stir. Buried deep in the ashes of Caelmont lies an ancient prophecy: A child blessed by all five gods, born of powers that should never mix, will either unite the fractured realms… or bring about their ruin. Now, every Lord wants that child. Every kingdom seeks to control fate. But the gods? They have plans of their own. Now Aurelia stands at the center of obsession and war. The Lord of Winter who rejected her wants her back. The Lord of Wind hides desire behind a cunning smile. Her sister, plots from the shadows. And Valerian, the man who swore she'd "never be a wife," to him begins to burn for her with a passion he cannot control. Caught between storms, gods, and a love that could destroy kingdoms, Aurelia must rise—or the realms will fall.

Once known as the reckless and scandal-ridden pop idol Elena Zhang, she awakens from a year-long coma as an entirely different person. That is because she is a different person who transmigrated into her. Calm, calculating, and dangerously intelligent, This new Elena abandons her former glitter-soaked life and begins reshaping everything: her image, her career, and her future. While the public drowns her in vicious rumors involving superstar Jin Yang and his fiancée Bai Lu, Elena watches from the shadows with detached amusement. Behind the scenes, she builds power. A chance encounter with the cold and formidable Jin Di exposes her hidden knowledge of international crime networks, placing her firmly on his radar. Meanwhile, Elena shocks her longtime financial manager by revealing she has secretly turned fifteen million into over half a billion RMB through precise, ruthless investments. With his loyalty secured, she sets her aim higher: becoming a billionaire before her mid-twenties. As public perception paints her as a shameless mistress, Elena quietly forges alliances, sharpens her claws, and re-enters the music world through a bold partnership with a legendary producer. Surrounded by enemies, watched by predators, and underestimated by all, Elena Zhang steps onto a far deadlier stage where fame is no longer her goal—control is.

(trigger warning. This book contains mature themes) ****** "I can't..." she gasped between broken moans, her voice trembling somewhere between pain and pleasure. Every thrust seemed to blur the line between surrender and defiance. Then she whispered a name between her sweet cries ...it wasn’t mine. I froze. A slow, humorless smile curved my lips as the sound of his name filled the space between us. “Raph…” she breathed. I leaned in, my mouth brushing her ear. Feeling her tremble from touch until my teeth nibbled her earlobes hard enough to make her whimper and her fold to clench around my fingers. “Wrong name, Lynn.” I hissed, withdrawing from the warmth of her insides. I felt her body tense. She clawed at my shoulders, a desperate plea in every touch. “Don’t…” she whimpered. Those jade-like eyes unravelled me that moment. I could feel the ache in my trousers. A troublesome little viper. A cruel smile traced my lips hiding my emotions. “You called the wrong name,” I murmured, my voice low, dangerous. “And bad girls deserve to be punished.” Her glossy eyes met mine... so full of confusion, want, and power she didn’t yet understand. If she only knew how close I was to breaking. Because the only name she should be calling… was mine. Lucien. I craved it as badly as the air I breathe. ****** For better or for worse, till death do us part. That was their vows at the altar, but her husband broke them first.. He claims an open marriage is the solution to their childless marriage and that it's to protect her own interests. But all Braelyn sees is a prison built from guilt and lies. One heartbroken night, she stumbles into a karaoke bar and into the arms of Lucien. A man shrouded in mystery, rebellion, and danger. His very presence tells her to run but it also gives her the solace she craved. She never expected to see him again after she ran, forgetting his sinful existence, but life wasn't done making a joke out of her. Lucien isn't just any man, but one who can destroy everything she believes in. The man she was never meant to meet. Her husband's uncle The black sheep of the Volkov dynasty. A man whose desire will ruin her. Lucien knows she can't be his, but he was never a man who respected social norms. He doesn't care about anything but her every sin and touch. All he wants… is her, no matter how sinful it gets.