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Set in early 2000s in Bangkok. Diving into the deep and night life of the city through the protagonist, Chin Hwa's eyes. Chin Hwa is an easy going and energetic person and has deep ties with the dark, underground shady networks as he runs a night club on his own. Take a peek at Chin Hwa's life in one day as he meet various kinds of people and how they effect his personality.

Title: Hopeless HopeSynopsis:Hopeless Hope is a captivating contemporary romance novel that delves into the complexities of love, heartbreak, and second chances. The story revolves around Luna, a young woman who finds herself entangled in a tumultuous relationship with a man named Brian.Luna's heart is filled with love for Brian, but unfortunately, he does not reciprocate her feelings. Despite her unwavering devotion, their marriage crumbles under the weight of Brian's indifference, leading to a painful divorce. Luna is left shattered, her hopes and dreams shattered alongside her broken heart.However, fate has a way of intervening when least expected. Just when Luna begins to rebuild her life and find solace in her newfound independence, Brian unexpectedly returns, running back to her. The reasons behind his sudden change of heart remain a mystery, leaving Luna torn between her lingering love for him and the fear of being hurt again.As Luna navigates the complexities of their renewed relationship, she must confront her own insecurities and question whether she can trust Brian once more. Will she be able to find the strength to forgive and open her heart to love again? Or will the scars of their past prevent them from finding true happiness together?Hopeless Hope is a poignant tale that explores themes of self-discovery, forgiveness, and the power of love. It takes readers on an emotional journey, showcasing the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative nature of second chances. Will Luna and Brian be able to overcome their past and forge a future filled with hope, or will their love remain forever hopeless?

Flynn Thomas is back in Hartley. His plan is to be out of there before anyone notices he’s back. He left twenty years ago and promised himself he’d never have to face his childhood bullies or set foot in his bigoted hometown ever again. But it’s been six months since his mother passed away, and someone has to clear out the house.<br><br>Caspian Cook is out on a walk with his three dogs when he sees Flynn Thomas, at least he thinks it’s Flynn Thomas. He never forgot the red-haired boy his brother used to harass, and he never forgot how he used to wonder if there were freckles underneath his clothes as well as on his face.<br><br>Flynn mistakes Caspian for his childhood tormenter and flees. Caspian can guess why he’s in such a hurry to get away, but he hasn’t seen Flynn in twenty years, and if he allows him to run off, he fears he’ll never see him again. Will spending time with Flynn be enough for him to forget who Caspian’s brother is?<br><br>Flynn needs help. He underestimated how much work it would be to move his mother’s things. Caspian offers to give him a hand, but can he trust someone who looks like his worst nightmare?

After Todd's mother dies from cancer, he moves back to his hometown in the foothills of the Appalachians from Chicago. It's 1997 and he's just been given a death sentence -- an HIV-positive diagnosis.<br><br>Todd expects his remaining time on earth to be spent alone. But Cal, his handsome next-door neighbor, has other ideas.<br><br>Cal is not the only surprise in Todd's new life. Todd begins having visions of an older woman, Essie, when he dims the lights. Is she just a figment of his imagination? Or is she a truth teller? When she talks to Todd, she's smart and hopeful.<br><br>When Todd tells Cal about the ghost, Cal knows her already because Todd's mother spoke with her before her death. Essie was a godsend when Todd's mom was in so much pain.<br><br>And now, Essie urges Todd to live ... for himself ... for new love. But is she too late?

Ini kisah tentang perjuangan Avagella Chartill yang memperjuangkan cintanya sampai dia merelakan dirinya untuk terluka. Memaafkan adalah salah satu cara untuk bertahan. Kira-kira sampai kapan Avagella Chartill bisa bertahan?

Shopia adalah gadis remaja yang ceria, banyak peristiwa yang yang terjadi kepada Shopia yang masih remaja, termasuk kisah cintanya yang lugu dan tulus

"I hope" that is something I wish for and I hope it will soon come true. I hope

Rose the student council president allows her friend to talk her in to sneaking out to watch a movie. After that she meets the most intriguing person she has ever seen. The person people quake in there boot to even be near. Blaze.

"She said she's fine, But she's totally dying inside, The reality has crossed the line, When it took all hers and innocently hide." ******************************************************* 'U shud kill ur uncle' The text message sat silently on my phone's notification,unread.I did not even bothered to read it.I was getting used receiving that kind of messages as it was a norm to me.I did not know why and who was it from.Let me start with my life.Well,no one's life is perfect no matter how rich you are nor no matter how beautiful you are.And mine is like sides of coin.No matter which side it landed,it is still the same coin.There will be times I woke up to my family members going to jail and there will be times I woke up next to Harry Styles.Roughly meant,my life can start with total shit or I decided to stay dreaming.Little summary,my life,my family,my social life and my goals are all fucked up.My sleep schedule?You know the answer. 'Like,NOW' That text message from who the hell knows kept messaging me weird and random shit everyday.It all started when me and my crackhead friends tried something that we should have not touched.Awoken the sinister spirit?Bothered a dragon asleep?Hacked into the government's secret files?No.But who the choosen victim that has been unlucky all their life since in the womb?Fucking me!That thing,whatever creature it was chose me.Started then,I was flooded with stupid messages.I wouldn't call it stupid as reality seemed to be run under 'it's hands.It will start with instructions.And after that,name would be sent.Then,family history.If no action taken,watch whatever name that appeared lost their life in a split seconds in front of your own two eyes.Even though,I avoided people to reduce the chances of my acquaintances dying,I realised,'it' hated pattern.My life became a game for reality to play.With only the matter of time as my steps to the flames of death became closer,I got a text message. 'wanna go to hell together'

Being normal was all Lilia craved and just when she thought everything was going to be okay after a traumatizing event, old wounds from her childhood came back to haunt her. Will she make it through, or will she succumb to the darkness?