712 Results with the "Romance Novel" genre


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      Soul Ache: Lou

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou awakens to find Reid, her witch hunter husband, watching over her after she collapsed from an unexplained illness. The moonlight reveals his exhaustion, and she notices he had been holding her hand while she slept. Despite this tender moment, Lou is conflicted, recalling how Reid burned Estelle, a witch, at the stake—a death she indirectly caused. Disgusted with herself and Reid, she remembers their irreconcilable roles: a witch and a witch hunter bound in a marriage that can only end in tragedy.…
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      Le Cauchemar

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter "Le Cauchemar" follows Reid and their companions—Lou, Coco, Célie, and Beau—as they explore a dark, abandoned lighthouse in search of a mythical creature called the *cauchemar*. The lighthouse is eerie, filled with broken mirrors, rusted hooks, and remnants of its last keeper. The group's tension is palpable as they navigate the space, with the door slamming shut behind them, triggering panic. Reid tries to reassure the others, attributing the noise to the wind, but the unsettling…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou and her companions resurfacing to find Beau, Célie, and Jean Luc waiting in a fishing boat. Despite initial skepticism about the boat's ability to reach Cesarine in time to save Madame Labelle, Beau reassures them of his sailing skills. The group grapples with the urgency of their mission and the looming threat of Auguste's trap, while Lou wrestles with her newfound powers as La Dame des Sorcières, sensing a shift in her magical connection to the world around her. Lou…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 3: Bridget reminded me just how complicated it could be living with a bodyguard around the clock. Sharing space with Rhys wasn’t like it had been with Booth; everything with Rhys was heightened, tense, and oddly intimate in a way that unsettled me more than I liked admitting. Our small house suddenly felt even smaller, with Rhys’s constant presence looming in the corners of every room. He was always there, whether brewing coffee in the kitchen, emerging fully clothed after a shower, or…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 36: Bridget MY DRESS POOLED AROUND MY ANKLES, LEAVING ME IN ONLY MY LACE bra and thong. Trembles wracked me—from anticipation or the slight chill in the air, I wasn’t sure. Probably a mixture of both. Rhys was silhouetted against the moonlight so I couldn’t see his face, but I could feel the heat of his gaze as it raked over me. Dark and possessive like a lover’s touch, leaving a trail of delicious goosebumps in its wake. I wet my lips, dying to touch him, but knowing it was in my best…
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      Chapter 13

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 13 starts with an intimate and rather unexpected gesture from Don. On the morning of the first day of rehearsals for Little Women, he wakes the protagonist with breakfast in bed—half a grapefruit and a lit cigarette. The simplicity and the thoughtfulness of this gesture make the protagonist feel special, and as Don leaves for the day, he offers words of encouragement, mentioning that today she would show Celia St. James what it truly means to be an actress. The protagonist, feeling both cared for…
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      Chapter 45

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 45 captures a pivotal moment in Evelyn’s career and her personal life, as she navigates the challenges of shooting Three A.M. in New York, a film that demands more of her than she initially anticipated. The long days on set take their toll, with Connor being cared for by Luisa, Celia, and Harry while Evelyn is consumed by her work. As the days stretch on, the emotional weight of her role as Patricia, a woman caught in a destructive relationship with Mark, portrayed by Don Adler, intensifies.…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The Fire Tower, set in 1965, serves as a pivotal chapter for Kya, who is grappling with complex emotions and a strong sense of isolation. After a particularly intimate and vulnerable encounter with Chase at the beach, Kya spends the next ten days avoiding him, unsure of how to reconcile her feelings. Despite her efforts to distance herself, the persistent loneliness and her longing for connection draw her back when she spots Chase and his friends from her boat. Their brief, yet meaningful, eye contact…
    • Chapter 27: Vianne’s Sacrifices Amid Nazi Oppression Cover
      by Denzelle Chapter Twenty-Seven is a deeply evocative exploration of the moral challenges, emotional struggles, and sacrifices faced by individuals under the Nazi occupation of France. Set in October 1942, the chapter opens with Vianne and Gaëtan carefully making their way through dense, treacherous woods toward the border. Their mission, motivated by a shared desire to support Isabelle’s resistance efforts, underscores the palpable tension of their dangerous reality. Vianne's sacrifices, highlighted by her…
    • Chapter 18: Wyn and Love’s Fragile Balance Cover
      by Denzelle Chapter "Real Life" delves deeply into the fragile intricacies of love, loss, and rediscovery, capturing the bittersweet nuances of the protagonist's connection with Wyn. Set against the muted glow of a movie theater bathroom, the chapter begins with a whimsical interaction over Wyn’s overly ambitious candy purchase. His playful justification for the extravagant assortment is both endearing and telling, revealing his subtle attempts to bridge emotional gaps through humor and care. This light-hearted…
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