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Young, Rich, N*ggas: Thugs Fall In Love Too
Bianca Marie - 2019
What do you get when you wrap all those dudes up into one? You get a Gangsta. Geon “Gangsta” Rich is a young dude on the come up. Living his life to the fullest, he has a carefree attitude. His nonchalant spirit and bold mouth take him far. Gangsta is the epitome of his name. Love doesn’t come easy for him, and in his mind, the only thing he’s concerned about is the money. His emotions get twisted when he’s put into a position where he has to make life-altering choices. When he meets Aspen, everything he stands for goes out of the window, and he opens his mind and his heart to that four-letter word again. Aspen is a woman who loves the people closest to her more than anything. In a hopeless relationship, she tries her hardest to make things work. Being the girl of a dope dealer isn’t the most prestigious position in life but its one she’s accepted. Things take a turn for the worse one day, and she falls into the arms of the infamous Gangsta. Meeting Gangsta under unlikely circumstances makes her rethink everything. She tries her hardest not to fall for him, but when fate takes control, certain things that can’t be stopped. Asia is Aspen’s baby sister. College girl by day, party animal by night. She’s living her best life to the fullest and still manages to receive good grades. Asia thinks she’s on her a game, and nothing could distract her, but then she meets someone who seems to be her mirror image. Any other time, Asia wouldn’t have had a problem with it, but the difference with this dude is that she’s falling for him, and hard. Asia doesn’t know if she can handle the drama that comes along with a hood dude. Finally, you will encounter Trill. A trill ass fly dude, the ladies love him, and the dudes envy him. One of Gangsta’s best friends, Trill is a lot like him. He has a don’t give a care attitude, and that’s how he survived so long in the streets. After a steamy one-night stand with Asia, he didn’t think he would ever see her again. But, unfortunately, when you have a connection with someone, you can’t stop thinking about them. Trill ends up falling for Asia, but at the same time, he’s not able to change his playboy ways. But when he realizes she’s just as nonchalant, can he handle the rejection? These four people are going to take you through the emotions of loving each other. Things aren’t always what they seem, and they find out the hard way if love is worth it.
Thuggin' At the Altar
Denora Boone - 2015
As much praying as Mama Jean constantly does for Gavon, he never seemed to understand why he was so drawn to the street life. Gavon’s only dream was to get enough money in order to move his grandmother and girl out of the hood.Chardonnay is Gee's money hungry and ghetto fabulous girlfriend. Love and loyalty to her man is non existent when it comes to anyone other than herself. When she finds out that Gavon wasn’t bringing in any real money, she links up with someone else to plan Gavon's demise. What Chardonnay didn’t expect was for the hand of God to still be on his life while he lived this so called street life.Enter Gavon's "ram in the bush" Chasiti. The strong, independent, young woman that loves herself enough to know that she won't settle for just any old man, but a Godly man. But there is something that Chasiti sees in Gavon and it makes her want him even more. Will she be the breath of fresh air that Gavon needs in order to see the real purpose for his life or will Chardonnay's plan succeed?All Alvin wants is a chance to see his only son but even after all of these years Gavon still wants nothing to do with his father. The hate he has is so deep for the man who created him, that it's enough to cause Alvin to want to end life as he knows it. Will the prayers of his loving grandmother be heard and will he forgive his father after all?What do you do when the streets keep sucking you in but someone is steady trying to pray you out? No one can serve two masters, either he will love one and hate the other. Which one will Gavon choose and will it be too late?
बारी
रणजित देसाई - 1990
They resorted to dacoity and theft in nearby localities for their living. They hardly ever dreamt of stable life.
Harvest Moon
Judith Saxton - 1995
But when Lady Clifton dies soon after giving birth, Sir George hands the child over to be brought up on Beeswing Farm. John Hoverton and Laurie Clifton are raised as brothers.
Anything But Treason
M.J. Twomey - 2020
Open Door Marriage
Naleighna Kai - 2014
A chance encounter lands NBA star Dallas Avery back in the arms of the woman of his dreams. A woman he hasn't seen in years. A woman he soon discovers just so happens to be his fiancée's aunt! But Dallas' fiancee, Tori, isn't ready to give up all that she's worked for, so she makes him a shocking offer - go through with the wedding and she'll still allow him to be with the one woman he now can't seem to do without. Dallas will get a family, something her much older aunt, Alicia can't give him. Tori will get the lifestyle she clamors. And Alicia will get the love she's longed for all her life. Everyone will get a little of what they want ... and maybe a whole lot of what they don't. Be careful what you ask for... The details of the trio's love life play out in the tabloids and on talk shows, making Dallas the center of an NBA scandal. And eventually, the doors slam shut on this open marriage and Dallas is forced to make a choice to end the chaos. But moving on is easier than it looks and by the time all is said and done, secrets will be revealed, passions will be extinguished, and everyone's lives will be forever changed.
The Vampire SEAL Collection
S.B. Alexander - 2017
Paranormal at its best! Join Jo Mason and Webb London and the entire team of vampire Navy SEALs as they embark on a journey that is packed with action, intrigue, suspense, and romance.
On the Edge of Humanity:When sixteen-year-old Jo Mason’s twin brother is kidnapped by a group of rogue vampires, she learns the only way to save him is to activate her dormant vampire gene. But turning vampire might not be as easy as she thinks, especially when she’s trying to stay alive. On the Edge of Eternity:New vampire Jo Mason is struggling to adjust to her new life. All she’s interested in is doing the things that teenagers do, date, go to movies, and hang out with friends. But her DNA is in high demand, and her number one enemy will do anything to get his hands on Jo. On the Edge of Destiny:Life has never been better for Jo Mason. Her powers are growing, and so is her relationship with the handsome Vampire SEAL, Webb London. Nothing can burst her bubble. Not her upcoming trial for the death of her nemesis, Blake Turner. Not even her enemy who is still trying desperately to get his hands on Jo's DNA. Until she has a recurring dream that involves Webb’s future. But with an important SEAL mission looming to rescue a comrade, Webb can’t trust in an old myth that dreams could be the window to the future. Not when a life is on the line. Not even if it’s his own.On the Edge of Misery:The search for Webb London and his team have all but died. The vast terrain of Alaska’s mountains makes finding anyone impossible, especially with winter on the horizon. But Jo Mason hasn’t given up in trying to find the love of her life. She’s made it her mission to sleep as much as she can since her dreams are a window to the future. Only she can’t seem to fall into a deep enough sleep. The stress of losing Webb has taken its toll on her. But she may not have to dream at all. Not when one phone call gives her hope that Webb could still be alive. The problem is the only way to know for sure that Webb is breathing is to trade her life for his. And for Jo, that’s an easy decision until the caller demands she must come alone. Only she can’t make one move without her father, her brother, or any of the military guards knowing. So she’ll have to do the impossible to save Webb.On the Edge of Infinity:Vibrant and powerful vampire, Jo Mason has had a rough road her entire life. She's been in foster care, assaulted, bullied, and in a twist of fate beyond all imagination, has lost her humanity. But immortality isn’t that much different than being a human. She still has a bully who’s making her life miserable. Only he’s a hundred times more powerful than anyone she’s encountered. With her supernatural powers stronger than ever, she shouldn’t have a problem defending herself or even her loved ones. But no amount of supernatural abilities can save her when she’s staring death in the face once again. Navy SEAL, Webb London knew the minute he laid eyes on Jo he would marry her one day. But with her father in jail for murder, a mole within the SEAL team, and learning that the humans within CIA want to build super soldiers using vampire DNA he doesn’t have time to think about marriage or his future. He and the SEAL team can’t let the humans get their hands on any vampire DNA. But the list of growing problems is the least of his worries when he finds himself pleading for Jo’s life.
The Mistake : A True Love Story
Bishwanath Singh - 2019
It is the blessing and it is the curse. What if love comes in your way and the situations turn your fate up-side-down? One such story is "The Mistake: A True Love Story". Vijay Singh an enthusiastic student steps into the engineering college and he meets Ankita, a girl with a dark past. He follows her and does crazy things to get her. His passion for her is undying and when Ankita agrees to be with him. Unfortunately, he meets with an accident and gets admitted to the hospital. Fate takes a strange turn.What will happen to Vijay Singh? What is the unknown past of Ankita? Will they recreate their love and passion for each other after the accident? What are the consequences which Vijay faces? The plight of Vijay's courtship is one filled with peaks and valleys.Review:"It's an amazing book. Truly touched my soul...!! I am 100% sure that this book is based on true story. Have u ever fall in love, what was that actual feeling, emotions and affection from him/her you can experience every single emotion in this book."-Amit, Amazon Top Reviewer
WE CAN, WE WILL, WE MUST - A story of love & inspiration to win life when it hits you hard
Saranya Umakanthan - 2018
And if she falls, he will be there to catch her, lift her, and push her again until she flies to stars…” Love…does it mean going around the trees in Switzerland, singing tra-la-la-la in the snow? Is it chanting “I love you” mantra a thousand times a day? Is it about gifting teddies and roses to your partner? Or is it bombarding each other with a thousand and one pings in Messenger from morning till night? Life batters Samaira. Stuck to these clichés, she loses everything…her love, parents, and wealth. Hopeless, she collides against the dynamic boss of Creative Tanks (CT), Vivian, who basically holds great contempt for losers. He aims to be the top entrepreneur in India, whereas Samaira has not even a notion of her dreams. Fate plays its own game when she goes in search of work, where she encounters him again. An air of mystery surrounds her, which tugs at him. Despite being opposites, sparks fly, and they are attracted. Vivian is perfect, but she vows that she will never fall in love again. He reaches a point where he would do just about anything to bring back the smile on her face. The chase begins. She keeps running away…from love, hope, and aspirations, and he keeps trying to bring her back on track. Thus their journey begins from the end, with oodles of inspiration and love… Vivian breaks Samaira’s shell and guides her into pursuing her broken dreams. He promises that he will be there for her if life pulls her down and hold her tight when she needs support. Together, they vow to each other, “We can. We will. We must.” But when Vivian tumbles and it is Samaira’s turn to break his fall, will she catch him? Walking on the arduous path of life, will they climb the ladder of success together or crash and burn? Can love be enough of a catalyst to attain their dreams? And now life threatened not to throw just lemons but huge melons…
The Day: A Novel of America in the Last Days (The End of America Series)
John Richard Price - 2014
In the Middle East Israel faces extinction, even though it agreed to a ‘peace treaty’ bowing to US pressure, under which it gave up much of its God-given land. Russia, Iran, Libya and several Muslim countries invade northern Israel, fulfilling Biblical prophecy. Israel cries out for America to come to its military defense. The President refuses. Protestant, Catholic and Jewish leaders plead with the President to change his mind and help Israel survive what will surely be total destruction. Tanks and troops storm into Israel, shedding blood, as Israel pleads for help. The Chief Rabbi of Jerusalem leads a national assembly at the Wailing Wall, praying that God fulfill His Word and destroy the invaders, before Israel is shoved into the sea. Can Israel survive the onslaught?Will America, as a betrayer of God’s chosen people, be destroyed in one day, one hour and one moment? How will Americans who ignored the warnings and didn’t flee survive attacks on US cities? How will preppers fare? What will life be like after The Day for those still alive? What happens to the nations which invaded Israel and to the world after The Day?Are ancient prophecies being fulfilled before our very eyes?
The Witch of Dakota
C.J. Petit - 2017
She must be killed. But she ran before they could act. She ran across the Dakota prairie until she could run no more. She turned and faced the oncoming warriors. She had no hope, yet she would defy them until the end. Then came the thunder.
Without Him: Maybe She's Better Off?
Fiona O'Brien - 2010
Then Charlie's business empire crashes and he vanishes. While their privileged beautiful daughters Olivia and Emma have to come to terms with being broke, eleven-year-old Mac refuses to talk about what happened. When Charlie's estranged mother, Vera opens her doors to the broken family, secrets emerge that reveal there was more to Charlie than meets the eye. But Charlie's shell shocked family aren't the only ones asking questions . . . The darkly enigmatic Russian billionaire Lukaz Mihailov arrives in Dublin with some unfinished business. What better way to track down Charlie than befriend his pretty and very vulnerable, abandoned wife Shelley . . . Is blood is always thicker than water? Maybe Charlie's family are simply better off without him ....
Still Thirsty (An Urban Novella)
La'Tonya West - 2013
The saying that bird's of a feather flock together couldn't be more true when it comes to this thirsty pair. Unaware of the fact that every action has a reaction both Kaliyah and Xay have been living life recklessly but for one of them the consequences of their actions may even prove to be deadly. Thrill has finally gotten his life on track and is only focused on doing what it takes to provide a better life for his son but when an altercation between Blake and Cameron get out of hand. He is forced to go back to his old ways and even ask a big favor of someone from his past that may lead to the uncovering of some things that he may not be prepared to deal with.
Depth Charge
Jason Heaton - 2021
The tragedy sets in motion a dangerous quest for truth that pulls Tusker into a sinister plot spanning 75 years, from World War II Ceylon to modern day Sri Lanka. Along the way, he matches wits with a psychopathic mercenary, discovers a long lost ship with an explosive secret, and falls for a beautiful marine biologist who is at least as strong as he is. In the end, Tusker finds that the truth may lie at the bottom of the sea, with only one way back to the surface. Depth Charge is an old school thriller in the tradition of Fleming, Maclean, and Cussler, with an eye for detail, cunning villains, and narrow escapes. The story is full of wartime secrets, the intersection of religion and politics, and the arcane world of deep technical diving. It takes readers from the smoky halls of 1940s London to the volatile, seductive heat of Sri Lanka and sixty fathoms under the Indian Ocean.