Secret Crush

Ashes of Her Name Some names are written in love, others in blood… When Clara Sterling returns to Hollow Creek — a town haunted by whispers and buried secrets — she intends to confront the ghost that’s haunted her for twenty years: the unsolved murder of her mother, and the father who vanished without a trace. But Hollow Creek is a place where memories bleed, lies linger, and no secret stays buried forever. Thrown into the path of Damien Creed, a brooding and enigmatic heir with shadows of his own, Clara finds herself entangled in a web of betrayal, forbidden desires, and long-forgotten sins. Together, they unravel cryptic clues and forbidden letters, piecing a truth the town fought to bury. As Clara draws closer to the identity of her mother’s killer, she uncovers a conspiracy darker than she ever imagined — one tied to the very roots of Hollow Creek. Loyalties will shatter. Love will be tested. And in a town built on secrets, the truth may be the deadliest thing of all. Ashes of Her Name is a breathtaking blend of romance, mystery, and spine-chilling suspense — a story about how sometimes, to find yourself, you have to burn down everything you thought you knew.

“Love?” she finally said, her tone dripping with mockery. “I suppose I did. Once. Before I realized love doesn’t pay the bills. Not when it’s tied to a man who can’t even afford to take care of himself.” The words hit Anderson harder than he expected. For three years, he had poured his heart into their marriage, believing they were building something lasting. But as he looked into her unyielding eyes, he realized how blind he had been. Anderson Denfield thought he had it all—a beautiful wife, a marriage built on love, and a future full of promise. But on the morning that shatters his world, he learns that his life has been nothing more than a cruel facade. His wife, Ashley, the woman he trusted above all else, has been harboring a devastating secret: she’s fallen for another man—a wealthy rival who makes no attempt to hide his intentions of replacing Anderson in every way. Betrayed by the woman he loved, Anderson Denfield finds himself heartbroken. But just when he begins to claw his way back, he discovers an even deeper betrayal: his own uncle, Eduardo, who kept in charge, has seized control of their family business, aiming to have it all for himself. Fueled by a searing need for redemption, Anderson reenters the business world—not as the meek man that has been cast aside, but as a force to be reckoned with but Anderson hides an even much bigger secret. will they find out? When love turns to hate and betrayal ignites vengeance, how far will Anderson go to reclaim his power

Draven Ashworth, the fifth son of a legendary general, expectations are high, but the testing crystal remains cold under his touch. "No elemental affinity detected," the examiner announces. Cast out as the "hollow prince," discovers his grandfather's dark secret—a pendant that absorbs the memories of the dead. Now every fallen hero's knowledge flows through him. Their sword skills. Their magic. Their final moments. The family disappointment isn't powerless after all. He's something far more dangerous. He is peerless.

Detective Jameson "Jim"Thompson is tasked with solving a string of murders linked to a mysterious symbol:a snake coiled around a cross.As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers that the victims were all members of a secret society known as the Order. As Jim gets closer to the truth, he finds himself in the cross hairs of the Order's ruthless leader, who will stop at nothing to keep the society's secrets safe. Jim's investigation is further complicated when his sister and partner Emily are kidnapped by the Order. With time running out, Jim must use all his skills and resources to rescue his loved ones and bring the Order to justice. But as he navigates the treacherous world of secret societies and corruption, he realizes that nothing is as it seems, and the truth is more sinister than he imagined.

In the quiet town of Creek-Garden, high schooler Rohan Tallman is just trying to survive teenage life until a fateful night in the woods changes everything. Bitten by a mysterious creature, Rohan awakens to a terrifying truth: he's now a werewolf. Gifted with heightened senses and untamed power, Rohan is thrust into a hidden world teeming with supernatural dangers. With his loyal best friend Dan by his side, he begins to unravel the secrets of his new identity and the ancient laws of the wolf packs that rule from the shadows. As he struggles to balance his human life and beast within, Rohan is drawn to Skylar Spears, a beautiful and enigmatic new student with a deadly secret her family hunts werewolves. Torn between passion and peril, their forbidden connection sparks a chain of events that could ignite a war. Enter Dylan Blake, a lone werewolf with a haunted past and a cryptic agenda. Mentor, rival, and mystery wrapped in one, Dylan exposes Rohan to the brutal reality of pack life and warns him of a powerful Alpha’s dark uprising. When a sinister force begins tightening its grip on Creek-Garden, Rohan must rise above fear and doubt. With his friends, his strength, and the fate of both humans and werewolves hanging in the balance, he must embrace his destiny, stand as a leader, and face the darkness head-on. Because in a world where the strong rule and the hunted run… only a True Alpha can bring peace.

Blurb: Betrayed, humiliated, and cast aside, Alejandro Jiménez is a man everyone thinks they can crush. Fired from his job, publicly shamed by his wife Elena, and mocked by her greedy family, Alejandro hides a powerful secret—he is the hidden heir to one of the wealthiest families in Mexico. When his past comes knocking and his enemies grow bold, Alejandro decides it's time to stop playing weak. With vengeance in his heart and power at his fingertips, he vows to bring down the arrogant Walter Velázquez and the corrupt Cuatro Mares Corporation. They think he's finished—but Alejandro is just getting started. A storm is coming, and it has a name: Jiménez.

In a world where strength is the only law, Riel Draven was once the most feared warlord — until betrayal led to his brutal death at the hands of those he trusted. But instead of dying, he awakens in the body of a weak, crippled noble… 15 years before his execution. Armed with knowledge of the future and an evolving system that grants him missions, rewards, and punishments, Riel must navigate a treacherous world of power-hungry nobles, secret sects, and legendary beasts. Every decision could alter the future—or doom him to an eternal cycle of rebirth. Will Riel rewrite history and rise as an immortal sovereign, or will fate consume him once more? Power. Betrayal. Revenge. The Tyrant Returns.

He was mocked, dumped, but now, he’s coming for the throne. Jaylen Cruz had one dream. To become a superstar. But in the world of fame, he was nothing more than a broke nobody clinging to celebrity circles that mocked him. When his pop-star girlfriend publicly humiliates and dumps him for a richer man, Jaylen hits rock bottom. Beaten, bleeding, and left for dead in an alley, something extraordinary happens… [SYSTEM ACTIVATED: Zillonaire Celebrity System] Now, Jaylen isn’t just chasing fame. He is leveling up with daily quests, face-slapping missions, and revenge bonuses. With every viral moment, he rises. With every enemy, he gets stronger. And with every performance, the world starts to chant his name. But the elite don’t play fair. Billionaire producers, fake influencers, and a secret league of celebrities want him erased. They created the industry’s illusion and now Jaylen is about to tear it apart. Revenge is trending and Stardom is calling. How will Jaylen Cruz navigates to stardom amidst all?

He scrubbed their floors. They stepped on his name. But Redington’s blood hides a secret they’d kill to bury. In a mansion ruled by cruelty, Redington is the silent housekeeper, beaten, mocked, and forgotten. All except by one: the kind youngest son who sees something no one else does. Across the city, a dying billionaire searches for the son stolen from him decades ago. When Redington’s past begins to unravel, so does the world around him. The truth is louder than silence. And the throne the elites would kill for? It might just belong to the man they tried to erase.

"You have nothing. You are nothing." Those were the last words Jane spoke to Mac Clement before throwing him out like trash, choosing her wealthy lover over the husband she thought was worthless. What Jane didn't know? Mac Clement is the secret heir to a multi-billion dollar empire and the hidden CEO of Golden Enterprise, the very company that made her family's business successful. For two years, Mac lived as a nobody in Nixon City, investigating his parents' murder while loving a woman who saw him as dead weight. Now the mask comes off. Watch as Mac systematically destroys everyone who dared look down on him. Jane's family business? Crushed overnight. Her new boyfriend's company? Next on the list. The powerful Thompson family who killed his parents? They're about to learn what happens when you cross the wrong man. But when Mac recruits desperate art student Shirley Chen for his revenge plan, he uncovers a conspiracy that runs deeper than corporate rivalry. The Thompsons have been manipulating Nixon City for decades, and they'll kill anyone who threatens their empire. Now they have Shirley. In the ruthless world of corporate warfare, Mac Clement is about to show everyone exactly who they dismissed. Some people shouldn't be underestimated. Revenge is a dish best served with absolute power.