Substitute Bride

Nelson Bush is a literary icon handsome, charming, and the award-winning author of America’s most chilling thrillers. Fans adore his twisted plots. Critics call him a genius. But behind closed doors, Nelson is living a far darker story than any he's ever written. By night, he becomes the monster from the pages of his latest novel a sadistic killer who targets newlyweds on their wedding night. The victims? His ex-lovers and their unsuspecting spouses. The murders? Gruesome, ritualistic, and always accompanied by a single, taunting clue a sliver of evidence left behind like a signature, daring the world to unmask him. Nobody suspects the perfect husband. Especially not his loyal wife, who has a secret of her own she’s willing to take the fall for every murder he commits. Together, they play a deadly game of deception. But as Nelson’s hunger grows and his kills become bolder, the web of lies begins to unravel. Now, a relentless detective is closing in. The lines between fiction and reality blur. And Nelson must decide: will he remain the puppet master of his perfect crime or become the tragic ending of his own story? One mistake could expose him. One loose thread could hang them both. And the next chapter might be his last.

Alice arrives in his life and changes all his plans, making herself the centre of Andrew's attention. Mistreated by everyone he knows, Andrew dreams of finding a good place to live next to Alice. A beautiful woman, hot, and from a very rich family. Alice cheats on Andrew with her supposed best friend. And Andrew finds himself involved in a real comedy show where he is the main attraction. Life starts to get worse from there. He is evicted, goes to jail, and is evicted again! "ASK ME A WISH!" It was all he could read on that card with a phone number he'd found in his pocket. “I found the new ‘Open Sesame!’.”

Joseph Guezz is the only son-in-law of the Smith family who doesn't have a wealthy fortune. Everyone always calls him a useless son-in-law, and he is always humiliated by all of his wife's family. One day, Joseph returns to his family home and becomes his father's substitute as a billionaire. Then he announces to everyone who has ever insulted him, "I AM NOT A POOR SON-IN-LAW!"

Jack Hardy, a legendary ex-mercenary runs into the beautiful heiress Juliet Forbes on a blind date. Unaware of Jack's background, she offers him a marriage contract for a substitute husband. The Forbes family and their enemies think the son-in-law is a loser who can be bullied or beaten down. They have no idea Jack Hardy is the apex predator of the world... Do read my other novels: -The Peerless Man With A Thousand Gifts -The Gilded Man With A Thousand Lives -Leo Gambino A Thousand Foes -Eve Of A Thousand Wakes

In a world consumed by the fires of darkness, Kael, a teenager possessing the power of fire, must face his destiny as the fire conqueror. After his village was slaughtered by the monster Xarath, Kael begins a journey to seek revenge and stop the dark forces threatening the world. With the help of Tharros, a loyal small dragon, and Lyanna, a clever explorer, Kael faces powerful enemies and uncovers secrets about his own power. But what Kael does not know is that he himself is a descendant of the fire god, and his power is the key to saving the world. In a fierce battle against Xarath and other enemies, Kael must face his own weaknesses and master his fire powers. Will Kael succeed in becoming the fire conqueror and saving the world, or will the forces of darkness destroy everything?

A modern soul Caelum wakes up inside the body of a lazy scholar named Chen Yi in a fantasy martial arts world. Everyone looks down on him as a useless son-in-law including his wife the powerful female general Celeste and her high martial Xiao family. Little do they know the modern soul Caelum has a hidden System called the Dao Realm System which rewards him with unmatched power for simple tasks like writing or reading. Caelum is determined to maintain his carefree lifestyle and act like a lazy husband to hide his true identity and massive strength. But the dynastic world is dynamic and dangerous and Celeste is a strong and ambitious leader who keeps testing him. Can Caelum succeed in his quest for laziness and freedom while privately mastering the Dao.

Blurb : 21 years old Maxwell lived with his old, poor parents in a wreck and almost abandoned building at Olive street in the downtown city of Los Angeles. They were very poor and his father was also ill of stroke. They manage to feed from the little money his old mum got from her cleaning job but they couldn't take his father to a hospital because the bills was too high for them. In attempt to save his sick father from going to jail, Maxwell agreed to marry the crippled daughter of the wealthy man whom his father had taken the loan from. His life was messed up by his bride and her family as they all made him feel worthless and useless in their home. Find out what happened when Maxwell falls in love and made love to his bride female cousin, Riya. The love, conflict and discoveries that comes afterwards...

Danny Reyes died as a feared crime boss... ...only to awaken inside the body of another Danny Reyes—a street thug living in the poorest corner of Ashford County. Unfortunately, his new body carries a death sentence. An ancient curse known as The Phantom Bride has chosen him as its groom, draining his life away day by day. No one in history has ever survived. Fortunately... Danny awakens an impossible ability. Anything can become equipment. Weapons... Cultivation manuals... Ancient relics... Even legendary treasures. Equip them, and their power becomes his instantly. With death only days away, Danny has no choice but to carve a bloody road through gangs, martial sects, cursed spirits, and ancient monsters. If the heavens decree that the Phantom Bride must claim him... Then he'll become strong enough to kill even fate itself.

When billionaire Jay Brian proposes a contract marriage to struggling fashion designer Clara, she's torn between her debts and her heart. But as they navigate love, revenge, and power struggles, Clara must decide: will their love be held captive, or will it set her free?

In the cutthroat world of Nigeria's elite, the Maduako dynasty reigns supreme, built on secrets and wealth. Chief Alaric Maduako, the ruthless patriarch, denies his son Zayn, forcing him to grow up in the slums with his discarded mother. Zayn learns to survive and fight, fueled by betrayal and a hunger to reclaim his rightful place. As Zayn rises to power, he crosses paths with Adanna Ojukwu, the poised daughter of a rival dynasty. Despite being promised to another man, they find an undeniable truth in each other - a love that threatens to destroy everything they've been groomed to protect. Zayn's ascent to power is complicated by his family's dark past and the web of deceit that surrounds him. His dying father wants to erase the past, while his half-brother will stop at nothing to dominate the family's legacy. Every truth Zayn uncovers puts him closer to the edge, with loyalty, family, and love hanging in the balance. This sweeping tale of vengeance, legacy, and forbidden love explores the ruthless world of Nigeria's billionaires, where loyalty is a mask, family is a weapon, and betrayal can come from those closest to you. As Zayn navigates this treacherous landscape, he must confront the secrets of his family's past and the true cost of power. The story is a complex exploration of the consequences of ambition, power, and the lengths people will go to protect their legacy. With its rich characters and intricate plot, A Dynasty of Deceit promises to captivate readers with its gripping narrative and unexpected twists.