Cate, broken and hurting, has escaped to Phoenix to live with her father and start anew. Lakebay at one time was her home and safe haven. She lead a simple yet privileged life. She had a best friend and dated the star athlete. She thought she was in love, until so many things went wrong. Now she is trying to survive in the aftermath and live a semi-normal life. But she is hiding so many secrets. How long until Cate's past catches up with her? And Will, the boy whose gaze can see past her masks, past the hurt to who she really is, somehow, mysteriously is the only male who can touch her without forcing her mind to experience that night yet again. Will he ever learn the truth about her past and her future?

Did you all like "The Bad Boy" book? If so, you'll love this book. Part 2 of the series. (To be honest, I wasn't thinking about writing a part two until I reread the first books and saw how it ended!) This book is mostly about Alexis's journey. Continuing the path of Alexis and Mason's relationship, discovering Alexis, and so much more. Remember Mason Steele, the bad boy? He made a bet with his friend, Blake, to fall in love & do rebellious things throughout the bet to prove his characteristics. After Alexis had a mental breakdown after finding out there was a bet happening involving her in it, she ended up ending things at a awkward place with Mason. They've been having a roller coaster relationship/friendship. Now that Alexis is recovering from her anxiety attack, Mason visits her back at her place to see if she's okay, talking to her, confessing everything about him. The conversation ends where Mason tries to ask for her to forgive him for everything that's happened but Alexis was overwhelmed and didn't know what to do. Throughout this story, you'll find out about Alexis's innocence until one night. Mason was furious, angry, hurt, and betrayed. What will happen next? Will Alexis finally be with Mason? Can Alexis change Mason for the better? Will Mason want to be with Alexis after she explains herself to him? Will Alexis finally understand what it's like to be loved? .................................................................. ............................... Read to find out more about their story. If you like this story, please give it a vote or add to your library. I hope you enjoyed reading this as much as I love writing it :)

The girl who is love with her crush who is also her best' friend but story' takes turn when new guy enter in her life . how will it goes ? After a series of misunderstandings, flirty banter, and undeniable chemistry, the protagonist finally realizes that the her fiance isn't just the boy she grew up with but someone who has always had her heart. Caught between two boys, her life is turned upside down in the most ridiculous of ways. But maybe in the midst of all the confusion and chaos she finds not only love but also herself.

[COMPLETE!] "My best friend's brother grew up. Hot." Alexis is months from finishing college and starting a fashion label in New York. Years of planning and saying 'no' to every distraction will pay off... Until he transfers in. There's a reason she hasn't seen Dylan Cameron in years. He's trouble. With a mysterious, badass, and broody capital T. But when Dylan shows up at her birthday party, he's all grown up. Quick with a joke. Hotter than hell. Now one scorching night of confessions threatens to bring down every one of her carefully-laid plans... *This is a COMPLETE story recommended for 16 due to mature scenes and language. Thanks so much for reading, commenting and voting!*

He's the guy moms warn their daughters about. Bold, outspoken, and self-confident, Brian O'Brien returns to his hometown only to discover some things changed in his absence. Brian has a new neighbor - a shy, smart girl Leah, who hates his guts since the moment she sees him from her bedroom window. Maybe the nickname he gives her is to blame. Brian calls Leah Kitten and does everything in his power to make her show the claws she seems to be missing. Brian's not one to give up easily. Intrigued by the girl who's unlike anyone he's ever met, he tries to discover who she really is. What does she like? What's she like? How many layers are there to the good girl with a perfect boyfriend and a strict mother? Small towns make it hard to avoid a person. Soon, Brian and Leah start to spend more time together, and a series of events set something much bigger in motion - something that will forever change them both. Brian loves the wind in his hair and the rumble of his bike's engine. Leah's sheltered in her little world. What will happen if he shows her there's more to life than what she's seen? What if she realizes how much she's been missing? Content warning: this story contains mentions of depression and suicide that can be upsetting to some readers. Reader discretion is advised.

Three months. Two old friends. One secret. Darla Sampson has four things on her mind: work hard to get into the college her mother wants, don't talk back to her step-father, don't overdose on her medication, ignore her heart and lock it away. But when she runs into Ronan Cruz- the first and only love of her life- the façade she had built starts to crumble. Two years ago, Ronan was Darla's best friend, the one she fell in love with, the one she destroyed, the one who blamed her for what happened two years ago, the one who made her believe in love only to break her worse than anyone ever. Told in alternative formats between her old journal and now; the young duo spent lazy summers together on their beach house, doing prank wars, soaking the night at the beach and talking to the stars, and growing and falling in love. But the present duo has turned strangers to one another until they meet by chance. Darla's mind is overshadowed by what happened two years ago but she comes to understand the truth behind Ronan's past actions while he offers her something she possibly can't refuse. A love that burns brighter than a star.

Birdie has had a crush on Xander for a while now and one day at work he finally asks her out. She can't believe her luck. Until their date goes horribly wrong. She hopes to never see Xander again, which is short lived when she starts to stalk her. Who will she turn to for help? With an unexpected hero stepping in, what lies next for Birdie in this tale of woe? Will she find her happy ending? With a criminal on the loose, hiding in wait for our girl, it seems unlikely. This book does contain sex, sexual violence and other adult themes. Please read with caution. Snippet. Contains adult themes. The feel of him growing harder against me gives me pleasure. I feel a heat building between my legs. I carry on moving back into him, starting to grind. 'Good morning to you too' he whispers into my ear whilst moving one on his hands to my hips. I pause. 'Don't stop now, B' He whispers into my ear. I carry on rubbing against him with his hand pulling me tighter towards him. He moves his hand from my waist and traces his fingers along the top of the underwear I have on. His hand slips inside the fabric and moves down between my legs. His fingers reach the sensitive spot there and I let out a little moan. He leaves his thumb to massage my clit whilst he keeps moving his fingers further down until be finds what he's looking for.

Trigger warning for the following: -mature content -some strong language -fighting -mentions of abuse Everything was cool. It was fine and normal until, a new family moves I'm next door. The beautiful family seemed normal enough, but something was off. Their son didn't fit into the rest of them. He was mysterious and seemed a little bit standoffish. He seemed rude and like he didn't belong. Meeting him went well, and she catches his eye. Going to school together and their families spending some time together causes them to grow closer. So close that things happen. What happens? Do sparks fly?

𝐒𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐈𝐧 𝐖𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐬 (𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝟏 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭) After getting out of her comfort zone and navigating the turbulent waves of first love, Lia DeMarco finally feels like she's on the right path. But her blossoming clarity is shattered when a New Year's Eve party turns into the worst night of her life, throwing her into a riptide of pain and confusion. Struggling to keep her head above water, Lia begins to spiral and push away those who care about her most, drowning in a reckless life detached from her own. But no one recognizes pain quite like Nate Miller, and nothing will stop him from bringing the girl he loves back to shore. ────────────────────── FRIDAY UPDATES Contains mature themes, read intro for details Highest ranking: #12 Realistic

Dani, a small town girl who moved to the city to pursue her career dreams at NYU, has always been reserved and desperate to succeed. However, things begin to change once she meets Wes, a man born and raised in New York who is even better at hiding his secrets and past. Although both have sworn off relationships, Wes can't seem to stay away from Dani, and she doesn't do much to keep him away. It's not until both of their trauma histories and secrets catch up to them that they realize it's too late to go back to the way things were. Everything in Wes world has changed and everything Dani thought was the truth has turned out to be a lie.