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60.0 || Dancing With Lies || Uploading

60.0 || Dancing With Lies || Uploading

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Our story starts a hundred years before women got the vote, a time when they were used in trades and as property. Lady Florence Hallwood was expected to be married within the first year that she was deemed mature enough. Her grace is astounding; her beauty could only be matched to a magical princess of a faraway land. She should have suitors lining up for miles and miles, but the thing about Florence was she had no intention of marrying someone her parents approved. She was fascinated by the son of a stable owner whose desires were on his art.Will Florence shut herself from all men? Or will she eventually gain the attraction she so desires? Or will she chase someone else to appease her family?…

61.0 || The Maiden || Book One || Timeless Hearts Series || Uploading

61.0 || The Maiden || Book One || Timeless Hearts Series || Uploading

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England, 1147. A land of political unrest, rigid hierarchies, and unyielding expectations for women.Adelise D'Aubigny knows her destiny: a marriage to the powerful Lord Aelfric of Greyfen, a union that will secure her family's future. But beneath her calm exterior, Adelise dreams of freedom and a life defined by her own choices. When the enigmatic Sir Rylan of Westmere arrives at her father's estate, she begins to see the cracks in the world she thought she understood.Rylan, a knight shrouded in mystery, carries secrets that could unravel Lord Aelfric's plans-and with them, Adelise's carefully laid future. Drawn to Rylan's courage and convictions, Adelise must decide whether to follow her duty or her heart.As danger looms and betrayal threatens, Adelise is forced to confront the harsh truths of her world. Can she find the strength to defy tradition, or will she be bound forever by the chains of her time?In The Maiden, the first book of the Timeless Hearts series, immerse yourself in a story of forbidden love, bravery, and the unwavering determination of a woman who dares to shape her own destiny. Each book in the series tells the tale of a woman falling in love, spanning from the 12th century to modern-day times, exploring how both love and freedom have evolved throughout the years.…

64.0 || The Lion and the Lily || Coming Soon

64.0 || The Lion and the Lily || Coming Soon

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In the treacherous court of King Louis VIII, love is a luxury few can afford, especially for Marguerite de Brissac. Bound by duty and the weight of noble expectation, she is expected to marry for power, not passion. But when Gabriel d'Anjou, the King's illegitimate son and a man scorned by the nobility claims her heart, Marguerite dares to defy them all.Their love is a dangerous game. Gabriel is a bastard with no true place at court, a threat to those who would see him fall. Marguerite, a pawn in a world ruled by alliances, faces relentless pressure to abandon him for a more advantageous match. As whispers of betrayal grow louder and old enemies conspire to keep them apart, they must navigate a court steeped in ambition, deception, and deadly secrets.With kingdoms at stake and honour on the line, Marguerite and Gabriel refuse to bow. But in a world where power trumps love, can their vows withstand the storm-or will they be forced to sacrifice everything to stay together?…

62.0 || Tides of Independence || Coming Soon

62.0 || Tides of Independence || Coming Soon

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Dublin, 1916: A city at war with itself.Brigid Callahan has spent her life preparing for this moment. As the Easter Rising sweeps through Dublin, the young schoolteacher steps out of the shadows, risking her life to aid the fight for Irish independence. But when she crosses paths with Declan O'Shea, an Irishman in a British uniform, her carefully guarded world begins to unravel.Declan never intended to become an enemy of his own people. A soldier in the British Army out of necessity rather than loyalty, he has always kept his head down and followed orders. Yet as Dublin erupts in rebellion, Declan's growing disillusionment with British rule collides with his undeniable connection to Brigid.In a city divided by barricades and bloodshed, Brigid and Declan's forbidden love blooms in the unlikeliest of places. But their bond comes at a cost. Brigid's brother, a key figure in the uprising, sees Declan as a threat to their cause, while Declan's commanding officer begins to question his loyalty.As the rebellion hurtles toward its tragic conclusion, Brigid and Declan must make an impossible choice: stay true to their love or sacrifice it for the causes that define them.Amid the chaos of revolution, can love bridge a divide as vast as an empire? Or will the flames of war consume them both?…

63.0 || The Lawless Heart || Coming Soon

63.0 || The Lawless Heart || Coming Soon

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In the rugged heart of the Wild West, Rosa Alvarado is determined to clear her younger brother Mateo's name after he is wrongfully accused of a robbery. Alongside Ethan Cole, a young deputy torn between duty and his growing feelings for Rosa, she uncovers a dangerous web of corruption tied to the town's powerful figures. As the stakes rise and the Black Spur Gang closes in, Rosa and Ethan must confront not only their fight for justice but also their undeniable attraction.Amid betrayal, danger, and the complexities of love, Rosa and Ethan's bond deepens. In a town where loyalties are tested, and the line between right and wrong is often blurred, they must decide if they can have both love and justice or if they'll lose everything in the end.The Lawless Heart is a passionate tale of love, loyalty, and the courage to fight for what's right in a world where the law is often anything but certain.…