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LOVE CAME ANYWAY
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LOVE CAME ANYWAY

by Stories by Zamatolo Dec 20

3.3
Fiction

What happens when Phungalobuhle gets betrayed by her greedy parents and the sister she loves deeply and would do anything for. Behind her back, they secretly arrange her marriage in exchange for money.

CASTLING: A tale of twin sisters
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3.8
Action

Ayola is the quiet one—the one who speaks in glances and silences, the one who feels danger before it arrives. Yolanda is the louder heartbeat between them, the girl who stands in the doorway like she’s daring the world to try her. Together, they move like two halves of the same soul… one shadow, one flame. Everyone assumes Yolanda is the protector. They don’t notice how Ayola always walks slightly behind her, close enough to pull her back, close enough to take the blow first. Their loyalty isn’t something they talk about; it’s something they breathe. Ayola would step into darkness without a sound if it meant saving Yolanda. And Yolanda—she would burn down everything she loves before letting harm touch Ayola. But everything shifts the day a man steps into Yolanda’s life. A man who is not meant to be part of their story. A man Ayola instinctively fears. Suddenly Yolanda is torn between the sister she’d die for and a love that tastes like danger. And Ayola… Ayola watches quietly, her heart cracking without making a noise, because she knows what happens when outsiders slip between them. If Yolanda chooses him, something sacred will break. If she chooses Ayola, someone dangerous will awaken. And in the end, one truth hangs over them like a blade: They would die for each other, yes. But now, they might have to.

a future made of us
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a future made of us

by Kaedo Dec 19

5.0
Romance

a future made of us is a prose-poetry collection about love, loss, and what survives after both. it explores the kind of love that feels like a fairytale at first, then becomes real life, then becomes a lesson. this is love as a feeling, a choice, a mistake, a teacher, and a blueprint. poetry by kaedo

HIS CROWN HER CALLING
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HIS CROWN HER CALLING

by Tsholofelo Dec 18

4.7
Romance

The novel follows Olerato “Rato” Moagi, a dedicated young doctor, whose life changes when she saves the lives of the King and Queen of the Zulu Kingdom after a tragic accident. In the hospital, she crosses paths with Prince Khayelihle “Lihle” Zulu, and an unexpected, forbidden love begins to grow between a commoner and a royal heir. As their feelings deepen, they face powerful obstacles—royal expectations, an arranged marriage, jealousy, betrayal, and dark forces rooted in witchcraft and palace secrets. Torn between duty and the heart, both Rato and Lihle must decide whether love is worth risking a kingdom, tradition, and their own lives.

Accidentally Yours
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Accidentally Yours

by Masalemone Dec 17

4.1
Romance

What begins as a playful mission of control turns dangerous when a nurse and a bad boy accidentally fall in love.

I fell inlove with a Prisoner
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I fell inlove with a Prisoner

by Makhadzi Dec 17

4.4
Romance

I Fell in Love with a Prisoner Simthandile Ngwenya is a focused final year criminal profiling student at the University of Pretoria, determined to finish her degree and secure a better future. But a routine academic assignment takes an unexpected turn when she steps into one of South Africa’s most notorious prisons. There, she crosses paths with Luthando “Ace” Mkhize—a feared inmate who commands power even behind bars. He is dangerous, unpredictable, and everything Simthandile knows she should stay away from. Yet one encounter is enough to entangle their lives in ways neither of them planned. As boundaries blur and tension rises, Simthandile is forced to confront the reality of studying crime versus standing face-to-face with it. Caught between fear, curiosity, and forbidden attraction, she must decide how far she is willing to go—and what it could cost her. A gripping story of power, vulnerability, and choices that change lives forever.

THE ENGAGEMENT
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THE ENGAGEMENT

by Selina Dec 16

4.0
Drama

The book follows a woman who longs to be married to her long-time boyfriend. Everything seems to be going according to plan until a young, beautiful woman starts working at their school. Things take a turn for the worse when the boyfriend literally follows the 20/80 rule, giving the new woman all the things the long-time girlfriend has yearned for over all these years. In the end, the woman realizes that a man knows what he wants and when he wants it, no matter how long it takes.

THE RAGE ROOM
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THE RAGE ROOM

by Mandla Dec 16

5.0
Thriller

He promised Zakithi he'd never get angry. But some promises hide deadly secrets... Obsession. Control. Rage. The Rage Room - a psychological thriller that will twist your mind.

Unexpectedly You: Love in a Retail Store
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Romance

She’s 32, runs the aisles like a boss, and has zero time for small boys. Ona Maseko is confident, sharp, and only used to love that takes. He’s 27, polite, charming… secretly the boss’s son, and a rugby player when he’s off the clock. Somehow, he makes her laugh when her heart is tired of taking orders. What starts as swapped lunches, little jokes, and late-night lifts turns into something she didn’t see coming: real, messy, irresistible feelings. And the kicker? He’s younger, she didn’t know, and her heart doesn’t care. Between workplace gossip and a store that sees everything, Ona has to figure out one thing: can she follow her heart, even if it’s breaking all the rules? A flirty, slow-burn Mzansi romance about love, laughter, and the chaos of the busiest aisles.

Twisted Desire
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Twisted Desire

by Beverley Dec 15

5.0
Thriller

Ava thought love would save her. Instead, it became her prison. When Kian storms into her life, danger follows - secrets, betrayal, and a twisted game of desire that could destroy them both. Caught in a web of obsession, danger, and betrayal, Ava must navigate a world where love and survival are never guaranteed. Dark romantic suspense filled with obsession, betrayal, and love that burns too hot to last. Mature Content: This story contains violence, killings, manipulation, strong language, sexual situations, and intense emotional moments. Not suitable for younger audiences. Reader discretion is strongly advised.

FLIPPED
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FLIPPED

by Beverley Dec 15

5.0
Young Adult

Zoe Bennett has always known exactly who she is - a lesbian... until a dare gone wrong steals that certainty. One reckless kiss with a boy she trusted lights a fuse of betrayal when she learns the truth: her best friends made a bet to see if they could "turn her straight." Heartbroken and furious, Zoe is torn between the boy who kissed her for a bet and the feelings she never expected. With tensions rising and friendships shattering, can she navigate the lies and the flirtation without losing herself - or will one stupid game FLIP her entire world upside down?

A LOVE IN REPAIR
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A LOVE IN REPAIR

by Sibongile Dec 14

4.5
Romance

Her life was perfectly planned. His was beautifully unscripted. All it took was one unexpected spark to rewrite the blueprint of both their hearts.

Tumi and Loyiso (2019)
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Tumi and Loyiso (2019)

by Yenziwe Dec 12

4.8
Fiction

Before Loyiso met Tumi all he ever wanted was women who looked like his ex. Women who reminded him of her only because hurting them made him feel better. Will Tumi heal his heart?

Love unscripted
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Love unscripted

by Kyle Dec 11

4.0
Romance

Four brothers, four secrets one forbidden love. He's the one she's been warned about , the one she's been told to say away from . But she's drawn to him like a moth to flame , and she's willing to risk everything to be with him - even if he's not willing to be with her

My Heartʼs Healer
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My Heartʼs Healer

by Kamogelo Dec 11

3.0
Drama

Follow Nondumisoʼs harrowing escape from Jacquesʼ wrath, where she finds refuge in an old boss of her late mother. With her help, she finds herself in a compromising situation where she has to find a way to help Hlumelo who was suddenly arrested for the theft of de Willersʼs gun.

Sinful love That oozes
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Sinful love That oozes

by Yamkela Dec 10

Fiction

Ziyanda mistakenly marries her soulmate's brother after her parents order her to do so to save the family and their name. She finds out at the wedding what their relationship is and unfortunately, it's too late then. He leaves the city soon after, with both their hearts awfully broken. After 7 years he returns to take what's his by force but they have a huge fight ahead of them. Is their love still going to be the same as before?

UMFA ESAZI - UMFAZI
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UMFA ESAZI - UMFAZI

by Isiphile Dec 8

Drama Thriller

Being a married woman is more or less like signing your own death warranty. Generations and times might have changed, but no married woman doesn't know that. "Kuya nyamezelwa emtshatweni." You endure or are expected to endure whatever is thrown at you. No matter how bad it is, women will stay, at some point the man is the one that chooses to leave. No one ever understands bad actions a woman makes that are influenced by their marriages. They're expected to endure whatever nonsense the mother-in- law,brother -in -laws or whomever throws at them. However, when they retaliate they're referred to as evil. But that's being a woman and there's absolutely no way to change the narrative,as long as other people meddle in marriages that have nothing to do with them. A woman gets beaten by their husband, but are expected to be awake at the wee hours of morning all in the name of marriage. A man cheats and impregnates as many women as they want, the wife is expected to love those kids like her own. Married woman live with constant pain and hurt, well unless you're fortunate enough. Other than that women enter marriage knowing exactly that the above are possible. Unfortunately this story isn't one where the wife endures pain out of respect,but pain changes her. She's called Umfa Esazi.