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“You are a selfish, insecure, and jealous person, Esme. I'm sick of you. I want you out of my life,” Julian Ray, my fiancé yelled at me. Selfish? Insecure? Jealous? I only tried to keep that bitch away from him. Was he expecting me to sit idly and watch her snatch my fiancé? Julian removed the engagement ring and threw it at me. “We are done.” He just ended our relationship, smashing my hopes and shattering my heart. I loved him since I was a child and grew up with the dream to be his wife. I was overjoyed when I was finally betrothed to him two years ago. Julian was always ambitious. He did not want to settle down and married so soon since he wanted to be successful in his career. I did everything I could to make him happy and achieve his goal. When he finally got his desired job and position, he forgot about me and cheated on me. He had forgotten my favor, my sacrifices, and my love for him. “I love you, Julian. Please don’t break up with me,” I begged. He didn’t listen to me. He coldly asked me to get out of his life. “I never loved you, Esme. Just get lost.” I was devastated. This was not the life I had imagined. He simply couldn't leave my life after ruining me and breaking my heart. I decided to teach him a lesson for cheating on me. I hooked up with his boss, Silas Sullivan, the handsome billionaire, the desire of every woman. And guess what, my ex-boyfriend crawled back to me and begged my forgiveness. “My heart is breaking, Esme. I-I want you back. Please forgive me.” I let out a soft chuckle, shaking my head with disbelief. “Are you kidding me, Mister Ray? Forgive you! No way.” I smiled triumphantly as I won the game. Julian would regret hurting me, and he would come after me for my forgiveness. But little did I know I had already made a grave mistake by meddling with Silas Sullivan. =============== His imposing figure towered over me as he pressed me against the wall in his office. “Playing games with me, Miss Shaw. With Silas Sullivan! You have no idea who you have provoked. Prepare to face the consequences." He gripped my neck, digging his nails into my flesh. I trembled in fear. I could see hell in his burning, dark eyes. ================== You can check on my other books. Accidentally Married to Mr. Billionaire (Completed) The Billionaire’s Sick Wife (Completed) The Contract Bride of Mr. Reid (Ongoing) My Ex-Husband Begged Me To Take Him Back - Ongoing, daily updated.

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Defy The Alpha(s)

Two centuries after the Great War, peace between humans and werewolves was finally achieved, or so everyone believes. Werewolves reign like gods, and humans remain blissfully unaware of their true place in the new world order. To maintain this fragile balance, each year, a handful of "lucky" humans are selected from various districts to attend Lunaris Academy, a prestigious institution that promises glory, status, and a chance to mingle with the elite. Those chosen are hailed as the lucky few, destined to marry powerful alphas and rise as luna. This year, Violet Purple is among the chosen, much to everyone's surprise. For an orphaned girl adopted by a disgraced prostitute, this is a golden ticket to a better life or so she's told. But Lunaris Academy isn’t the paradise it’s painted to be. Everything Violet and her fellow humans have been taught is a lie. Humans are far from equal; they're pawns in a much larger game. The academy is nothing but a gilded cage, and the students are lambs led to slaughter, playthings for the alphas to toy with in their ruthless games. To make matters worse, Violet catches the attention of the most dangerous players in this game, the Terror Four: the Alpha of the North, Alpha of the South, Alpha of the East, and Alpha of the West. Each one is more dangerous, more twisted, and more powerful than the last. But even among themselves, the alphas are divided, each with their own deadly ambitions. Yet, they all have their eyes on her. They expect Violet to play along, to fall in line like the others who worship at their feet, to break under their games. But Violet isn’t like the others. She refuses to bow. She’ll defy them all.

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Is The Handmaid's Tale speculative fiction?
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2024-10-03 22:05
Yes, it is. The Handmaid's Tale is considered speculative fiction as it presents a dystopian future that explores potential societal and political scenarios.
What are the key themes in 'Handmaid's Tale' speculative fiction?
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2024-11-29 13:03
One key theme is female oppression. In the 'Handmaid's Tale' speculative fiction, women are stripped of many rights and are used for reproductive purposes. Another theme is the power of resistance. Despite the harsh conditions, some characters try to fight against the oppressive regime. Also, the exploration of a dystopian society is a major theme, showing how a once - normal society can turn into a terrifying place with extreme control over people's lives.
What are the key themes in 'The Handmaid's Tale' as a work of speculative fiction?
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2024-11-02 07:47
The themes include the loss of identity. The handmaids are named after their male 'owners' and lose their own names and individuality. It also shows the importance of memory. Offred constantly clings to her memories of the past as a form of resistance. And the role of the environment is a theme too. The desolate and controlled setting reflects the state of the society in the story.
How does 'Handmaid's Tale' speculative fiction reflect on modern society?
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2024-11-29 22:25
It serves as a warning. 'Handmaid's Tale' speculative fiction shows what can happen when there is a rollback of women's rights. In modern society, we are constantly fighting for gender equality, and this work reminds us of the importance of protecting those hard - won rights. It also reflects on how easily a society can be influenced by extreme ideologies if people are not vigilant.
How does 'The Handmaid's Tale' as speculative fiction reflect on current social issues?
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2024-11-02 08:29
Well, it reflects on current social issues in several ways. For one, it shows how quickly civil liberties can be taken away. The handmaids have no freedom to make their own choices. It also reflects on the issue of reproductive rights. The way reproduction is controlled in the story is a scary thought in relation to real - world debates. Additionally, it makes us consider the impact of a society that is based on strict hierarchies and how that can lead to oppression.
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