ulta birthday gift 2023

Arianna Smith. A very talented and easy-going twenty-three years old beautiful young lady. But despite her beauty, her life wasn't easy. Things were hard and life was tough. Two weeks before Christmas, Arianna went to sleep feeling very sad about her life. She had a beautiful dream. A fairy appeared in her dream and asked her what she wanted for Christmas and Arianna asked the Fairy for “An Unexpected And Extraordinary Gift.” On Christmas morning, Arianna got the most shocking news of her life. “She was pregnant! "She was supposed to be a virgin! How did she get pregnant? Whose baby was she carrying? Was this baby the answer to her prayers? What good will the baby bring her way? Find out In this beautiful romance novel. Join Arianna on her journey to Love and Happiness.

(Lucifer's First Christmas on Earth) <18+ content> Long ago, Hell was ruled by max the strongest vampire of all time. When Lucifer fell from heaven with his angels, he killed max with his sword (forged by God himself). Lucifer wants God's attention so he decides to go to earth in order to piss Him off, but he didn't go with his sword. The new leader of the vampires decided to attack him on Earth and overthrow his leadership, but is surprised to see that Lucifer had formed a formidable alliance with the witches on Earth. When the vampires thought all hope was lost.. Hell brought max back to life on Lucifer's first Christmas on Earth. It was more like a dangerous tactical gift, both to Lucifer and mother Earth Did the vampires win the war? Was all this part of God's plan? find out

When death is a blessing. Bagaimana jika lingkup sosial kita di isi oleh orang-orang menakjubkan? Diantaranya adalah orang yang mempunyai anugerah di luar nalar. Salah satunya seorang bernama Jayendra yang berumur lebih dari 700 tahun dan akan selalu bertambah ratusan bahkan ribuan tahun lagi. Dia memiliki sebuah bakat magis yang disebut Ajian Nityasa. Kemampuan untuk berumur abadi. Mempunyai tingkat kesembuhan kilat ketika kulitnya tergores, tubuh kebal terhadap senjata dan racun, fisik yang tidak dapat merasakan sakit, serta tubuh yang tidak menua. Namun dari balik anugerah umur panjangnya itu, gejolak dari dalam batinnya justru sangat berlawanan dengan kekuatan luarnya. Pengalaman hidup yang dia lewati telah banyak membuatnya menderita. Kehidupan panjang tak bisa menjaminnya untuk bisa menikmati waktunya yang melimpah. Kebahagiaan tak lagi bisa dia rasakan. Dari semua alasan itu, maka baginya kematian adalah hal yang sangat ia damba. Tetapi malaikat pencabut nyawa bahkan tak akan mau mendekatinya yang telah dianugerahi umur abadi. Pusaka yang menjadi kunci satu-satunya untuk menghilangkan Ajian Panjang Umur itu telah lenyap ratusan tahun lalu. Maka jalan tunggal yang harus ditempuh adalah kembali ke masa lalu. Tidak, dia tidak bisa kembali. Orang lain yang akan melakukan itu untuknya. Seorang utusan akan pergi ke masa lalu bukan untuk merubah, tetapi untuk menguji seberapa besar batasan kepuasan manusia. Masa lalu berlatar pada awal abad 13 di Kerajaan Galuh pada masa kepemimpinan Maharaja Prabu Dharmasiksa. Di zaman itulah misi yang semula hanya untuk mengambil sebuah pusaka seolah berubah menjadi misi bunuh diri. Kebutaan manusia akan sejarah membuatnya terjebak pada konflik era kolosal yang rumit. Mampukah mereka melakukannya? Atau akan terjebak selamanya?

"You'll be my wife on paper only. You'll have everything—except my heart. You'll never be Marina." For five years, Lily lived as David's secret wife—his poised secretary by day, his invisible stand-in by night. Every cold touch reminded her she was just a replacement. Every whispered “Marina” cut deeper than the last. Then his ex returned. And without hesitation, David cast Lily aside like she meant nothing. So she did what she should have done years ago. She signed the divorce papers. She walked away. But now, David couldn't escape her absence. Her silence burned him in ways Marina never could. And suddenly, the man who swore he'd never love her was determined to get her back. By any means necessary. Even if it meant breaking her all over again. She paid the price for loving him once. Now, he'd pay for losing her forever.

"Rara, aku segera membuktikan Alex memang putraku, darah dagingku. Jika kau berbohong. maka tak segan aku meminta pengadilan memberi hak asuh padaku." PLAKK-! Tamparan keras menyentuh pipi Michael. Terasa pedih dan panas. Mantan istrinya berubah menjadi galak dan keras. Posisinya sedang terancam karena ucapan terakhir tadi. Mereka berperang memperebutkan putra satu-satunya. Kekuatan dan kekuasaan Michael tidak main-main membayar pengacara mahal bukan masalah baginya. Alex tinggal dengannya bersama II Nonno Marchetti sekaligus menjalankan bisnis di Italia. Test DNA akan membuktikan apakah Alex putranya atau bukan. "Kau tidak bisa menghalangi lagi, tak seorang pun!" tuding Michael segera menemukan apa yang dicari setelah perceraian mereka. Sekarang, Rara dan Alex selalu dalam pandangan matanya. Perseteruan membuat darah seorang mafia kembali mendidih. ***

Ashen has been in the magic academy for over two years now, yet, his magic skills remain as bad as when he first got there. He is ranked as one of the lowest magic users in the whole academy. He is constantly bullied because of this even his mates and some of his juniors boss him around. Tired of this miserable life, he saved enough to buy himself a new and popular magical wand rumoured to improve one's magic.  At the market, a sudden turn of events stirs him towards a different path, one that Ashen isn't convinced is completely safe and free from danger when he unexpectedly becomes the sole owner of the only dragon egg in existence. *P.S. The cover art isn't mine and I give full credit to the owner*

CQ 2024 entry. When Lithe Hildebrand hires Zen Starke to retrieve stolen property belonging to the Maximillian Tribe nothing goes according to plan. Lithe, a workaholic and perfectionist, convinces Zen to let him go on the dangerous mission with him for fear that if mishandled it could ruin his reputation and career. Intrigued, Zen is determined to keep his potential mate by his side at all costs. For he’s never met anyone as captivating and sensuous as Lithe. When Lithe’s life is threatened, Zen makes a bargain to protect Lithe if he pretends to be his fiancé. Pressed for time, Lithe agrees since Zen is nothing like the media portrays him to be. As a recessive omega he finds the dominant alpha irresistibly charismatic and fiercely loyal. The problem is the feelings are mutual. Despite their differences, the lovers embark on a dangerous quest that gets them more than they bargain for when they encounter murder, deception and the gift of everlasting love.

"Fyn let out a low hungry growl that sent a delicious shiver down her spine." Rowan Robertson has a gift: she can speak to animals. But this gift comes with a dark side: knowing their owners' deepest, darkest secrets. On the run and in hiding, the last thing she needed was the complication of the sexy, mysterious Forest Ranger who lived next door and seemed to enjoy running through the woods naked. Shifter and Alpha-to-be, Fyn does not want to be attracted to his mysterious, odd neighbor. But from the moment he saw her, he can't ignore the little voice in his head that tells him she's his mate. Fighting the attraction and fighting the evil they both know exists in the world, Fyn and Rowan can't ignore their budding love forever. When the man with the soulless eyes captures Fyn, Rowan must use her abilities and connections to save him and his people before it is too late. The Alpha and The Gift is created by Leann Lane, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

Doren was born with a powerful gift -- a gift he's managed to use to put him well on his way to becoming a star. But there is more to that gift than just musical talent, and as careful as Doren is to hide that fact, there are some who know of the power behind the sound, and all the ways they could abuse it.<br><br>August's goal in life is simple: make an impact in the music industry. An opportunity to work as the personal assistant to Doren seems to be exactly the kind of break he needs to accomplish that goal.<br><br>But all too often in life, simple becomes just another complication, especially when there are people whose goal is even simpler: destroy and dominate.

After Melissa Sam's untimely demise, she came to a profound realization of her past misery. Surprisingly, the person who had unleashed his anger upon her turned out to be her ex-boyfriend's deeply wounded uncle. It was rumored that this disfigured man, upon discovering the truth, removed his mask, revealing a startling appearance that left her stunned. With her newfound ability of Mind-Reading after being reborn, Melissa made a solemn vow to become a devoted wife in this life. Rumors soon spread across the city, speculating about an unknown actress named Melissa Sam, who was generously supported by an influential entertainment company. Whispers of a mysterious financial backer abounded. To everyone's astonishment, a declaration was made by the famous Mr. Steven, stating that there was no sponsor behind Melissa. He emphasized that the company existed solely for her and that she was their sole artist. Doubts arose, and people questioned if Mr. Steven would ever recoup his investment. However, the man gazed at Melissa's subtly protruding belly and said with conviction, "Certainly."