Debra doesn't need anyone to tell her that going from one relationship straight into another is never a good idea. Despite knowing this, she finds herself staring at a certain Marine with the body of a demigod and all covered in tattoos. Retired Marine, Trystan Debney, has seen and experienced his fair share of the bad and ugly. His physical and emotional scars are a testament to that. Even with the great support from his family and an inspiring new career, he feels unfulfilled. That is until he meets Debra Ames. She is everything he ever wanted in a woman, except for the fact that she wants nothing to do with him or relationships in general. She wants to learn how to be single and he wants a wife. Furthermore, she refuses to give him more than her body, not knowing that is all he needs to get to her heart. And once he has her heart, there's nothing he wouldn't do to keep her safe and far away from his enemies. [COMPLETED] [Mature] Featured on @WattpadMilitaryFiction Highest rank: #1 in MarineCorps 👨🏽‍✈️ #1 in BWWM 🍫 #1 in Friendship 👭 #1 in Chicklit 👩🏽‍🏫 #1 in POC ✊🏽 #1 in PTSD 😵 #1 in War 💣 #1 in Army ⚠️ #2 in Interracial 🖤 #6 in Romance 🌹 #9 in NewAdult 🤩 "Seriously this book is one of my favorites book I have read here on wattpad!!! I love this book and the characters! And well... the smut!!! 🥵🥵 I really hope we continue having bonus chapters!! 💗💗 thank u for the amazing book" @mariepedrero Add this book to your library and click the follow button to get notifications on bonus chapters as they are added. Copyright © 2019 Lady Altagracia. All rights reserved.

Madison Barnes, a world-renowned singer at the peak of her career, and Kian Shepard, a dedicated First Lieutenant in the Marine Corps, two best friends. However, unbeknownst to Madison, Kian harbors a deep, unrequited love for her. As their lives take divergent paths, their bond faces a series of heart-wrenching trials and tribulations that push their friendship to its limits. From the glitz and glamour of Madison's celebrity lifestyle to the harsh realities of Kian's military service, their journey is filled with unexpected twists and turns that constantly challenge their connection. Will their friendship withstand the relentless obstacles life throws their way, or will Kian's hidden feelings forever alter the dynamic of their relationship? __________________________________________

(EDITING) This is a Curvy Community Romance: #DISCLOSURE #CelebrateBlackStories #Community #Curvy #EyesLipsFierce After a life-changing experience in Syria, Lance Corporal Ethan Raye barely makes it home with his life. The severely wounded marine must rely on his fiancee Charlotte and the assistance of a health care provider named Valerie. The military veteran finds himself struggling to reclaim more than control over his life including the disability his career has left him with. Will secrets from the past threaten to destroy him and the little bit of sanity he has left? A series of family tragedies forces Valerie to drop out of college, return home, and help her family members who have fallen on hard times. Taking a job as a health care worker provides her with a measure of hope as she struggles to save the family home and land her parents worked their entire lives for before it is all lost. Her hopes of returning to school become an elusive dream as she struggles to make everything work. When Valerie accepts a position caring for Ethan, she learns the true meaning of suffering for those you love. #Completed #FreeYourBody Lightning Romance Novellas™

Angelina's life took a turn when she left her father's country for New York City because of a scholarship she received. With her drowning in her self-insecurities and anxieties about being a curvaceous biracial. Nathaniel, one of the eligible bachelors in the State with a killer smiling face and body. The sole heir to his family's companies and a loyal fiance to his girlfriend. His fiance left him on his wedding day with a breakup letter. Due to the paparazzi and public eyes, he needed a replacement. #notyourtypicalbwwmbook

She-- is engaged to be married. He-- is a handsome British bachelor. They live worlds apart, but their souls are drawn together despite all obstacles. Social media was the catalyst. The insatiable fire in their hearts, the connection. One message turns into phone calls, face-time and many sleepless nights with Savannah yearning for something more. Feelings get deep and suddenly two unsuspecting individuals develop an emotionally charged, long-distance relationship. Just days before her wedding, Savannah is faced with the agonizing task of telling Lawrence the truth about her upcoming marriage. She fly's to London, England to confess she's been hiding an important part of her life from him. The objective is to thank Lawrence for his friendship, admit the secret she's been hiding and cut ties for good. The consequence is an eruption of pent-up, emotional and carnal energy oozing love so thick--it's destined to change the trajectory of both their lives forever.

Mia Shannon struggles to adjust to her life in San Francisco after moving there from the south. It's hard being the only black girl at the company she works for and even harder when she's the personal assistant to two of the most wealthiest, gorgeous men white men she's ever seen. Mia finds herself having feelings for both her bosses and realizes nothing can ever become of them except to exist in her fantasies. Kale and Aidan fell in love with Mia the moment she walked into their office for an interview for the personal assistant position. It took them almost four years to get close enough to Mia where she was comfortable enough to be around them as best friends. Now they want more and they are determine to make Mia the only woman in their life.

Get ready to dive into the captivating story of teenage couples as they navigate the treacherous waters of high school and strive to make their relationships last. Maurice and Elisha have been inseparable since 10th grade, their love story a shining example of black love. However, behind closed doors, they face their fair share of obstacles. Brace yourself for the unexpected twists and turns that lie ahead. Meanwhile, David and Larissa, an interracial couple deeply in love, face a barrage of challenges from those who don't support their relationship. Will their bond be strong enough to withstand the storm? As for Kendra, a shy and intelligent girl, she longs for the kind of connection her friends Elisha and Larissa have.This year, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, trying to find her place in the world and figuring out what she truly wants. Will she find love along the way? And then there's Jason, a determined white, wide receiver with a tough upbringing. Despite his difficult past, he dreams of attending college and becoming a biomedical engineer. While he sets his sights on a special girl, he grapples with his own insecurities. Will he gather the courage to pursue her? Can he confront his past and find the happiness he deserves? Join these captivating characters as they unravel the mysteries of love, face societal and familial expectations, and strive to shape their own futures. The journey promises to be filled with excitement, heartache, and ultimately, the triumph of true love.

Raquel has always craved a deeper connection, but her relationships have felt like mere shadows of true love. Everything changes when a chance encounter thrusts her into a whirlwind of unexpected passion with someone she never imagined could capture her heart. Their lives couldn't be more different. Yet, beneath the surface, an undeniable chemistry ignites, drawing them together in a dance of desire that defies all expectations. Faced with judgment and whispers from those around them, they must navigate a turbulent path filled with vulnerability and intensity. Will they embrace the love blossoming between them, or will the world's scrutiny tear them apart? Join Raquel and her unexpected love as they fight against the odds, proving that true passion knows no boundaries. Open the pages to discover a story that will make your heart race and remind you that love can flourish in the most unexpected places. * * *

After the 24-year-old, content creator and influencer Muna Amadi was betrayed by her boyfriend and bestfriend, she decided to move to New York for a change. They say change is good right? But what about the loneliness that comes with it in the first few weeks? That was Muna's life until a gym accident got her falling on Nicklaus Gray, a lawyer, who lives on the floor above hers. But then, her first impression of him, made him her first enemy in the city and their second and third encounters were not so good either. Well, they said first impressions are often entirely wrong, but would that be the case for Nicklaus Gray? Nicklaus Gray's life took a depressing turn after he lost his mother, and was now left with a father he didn't like very much. But with everything happening in his life, all he wanted was to focus on becoming a great lawyer like every member of his family. And the best way to do that was to avoid distractions like falling in love. But when Muna appeared in his life, and they managed to have three different not-so-good encounters in just one day, the curiosity to get to know her sparked in him. There was something about her that made him genuinely smile again. There was something about the way she kept mentioning his name that he loved. There was something about her lips, and he wanted to kiss them. *An enemies-to-friends-to-lovers story of two people, who sweat out all their worries at the gym. This book is rated 🔞

Perpetual quitter Vera Kwan thinks she's got it made when her style blog catches the attention of narcissistic actor Carmen Juarez, but after egos ignite a gossip war, Vera has to learn to balance her flighty ambitions and her attraction to Carmen's prickly, gorgeous manager Sharise before her Hollywood dreams fall apart like a cheap polyester blouse. ***** It's not Vera Kwan's fault that she can't hold down a job. A fashion school dropout, she dreams of becoming a famous designer, but the life of a style influencer is more grind than glamour. She just needs one big break, one chance to prove her styles are red carpet worthy. When a snarky post about her celebrity crush Carmen Juarez catches the actor's attention, Vera wins her ticket to stardom. As Carmen's stylist, she sets out to prove that she's more than just pretty clothes and the right filters, and maybe even win the affections of Carmen's aloof manager, Sharise, who she quickly finds herself falling for. After a clever fashion stunt goes viral, Vera is suddenly the most sought-after stylist in Hollywood. She even gets a job offer from Carmen's rival. But her style success may not be getting her any closer to her designer dreams, and secrets are beginning to fray her sense of purpose. If Vera can't figure out what's important enough to see through to the end, even when it seems impossible, she risks losing both the professional relationship that made her and the romantic relationship that might be the one thing that matters to her as much as fashion. ***** Complete at 100k words. *featured on Wattpad's A Latte Love, #WrittenWithPride, From Our Stars, and In her words #IWD2020 reading lists* Cover by the incredible @AnnaofthePond