edouard manet sketches

Found family: Three people learning to love each other outside traditional roles. Emotional healing: How love can help overcome past trauma and open new futures. Legacy and art: Architecture and design as a language of expression and memory. Slow-burn romance: A mature, evolving love that deepens with time and trials. Female empowerment: Lena’s journey as a woman claiming her voice and space. Sketches of Us is a tapestry of love, grief, growth, and hope — showing that sometimes, the most beautiful families begin not in perfection… but in the courage to start again.

A seventeen-year-old cheerleader’s world is turned upside down when she befriends a quiet, boyish transfer student—only to discover her new friend is a trained assassin sent to kill her boyfriend. As secrets and loyalties collide at Ridgewood High, friendship becomes betrayal, love becomes a weapon, and two girls must choose between duty and the lives they’ve come to cherish. Sketches of a Silent Bullet is a tense YA thriller of hidden identities, forbidden attraction, and the courage it takes to rewrite your own fate.

Lila is in Florence on a gap year to live freely, sketchbook in hand, but haunted by a face she’s never met. Then she sees him—exactly as she’s pictured—and everything changes. Laughter, witty humour, and quiet intimacy bloom as they explore the city together. But behind her bright smile hides a terminal illness, a secret that could shatter their fragile happiness. Can love survive when every moment is borrowed, and every heartbeat could be the last? A tender, heart-wrenching romance of fate, art, and love against all odds.

One draws to escape the world. The other writes to survive it. Together, they create something neither of them expected: "hope." Michael is a shy, introverted art student who finds comfort in silence and solitude. William is everything he’s not: outgoing, expressive, and always the loudest voice in the room. On the surface, they couldn’t be more different. But when a shared creative project throws them together, their unlikely partnership becomes a lifeline. As their sketches and stories intertwine, so do their lives. Michael begins to see that William’s radiant energy hides something darker, a secret pain buried beneath the jokes and easy charm. And William discovers that behind Michael’s quiet exterior lies a rare kind of understanding he never knew he needed. Plot and Sketches is a heartfelt slow-burn novel about art, vulnerability, and the healing power of being seen, perfect for readers who believe that creativity can save us and connection can change everything.

Priya and Aarav, two passionate souls bound by their love for art, find themselves navigating the tumultuous journey of life and love. Aarav, a self-taught artist with a difficult past, and Priya, a dedicated graphic designer, meet at an art gallery and quickly form a deep connection. Their shared dreams and unwavering support for each other fuel their ambitions and strengthen their bond. As they prepare for their first joint exhibition, their love grows stronger. However, Aarav's lack of formal education and stable income worries Priya's mother, who is concerned about her daughter's future. Despite these concerns, Priya and Aarav's love remains steadfast, and they vow to overcome the challenges together. But life takes a challenging turn when Aarav decides to distance himself from Priya to build a stable life for them. The separation is agonizing for both, yet they continue to exchange heartfelt letters, each one a lifeline of hope and love. Priya, determined to support Aarav's efforts, throws herself into her work, only to face her own setbacks when she loses her job. Struggling to find her footing, Priya realizes the depth of her love for Aarav and resolves to fight for their future. She takes on freelance projects, excels in her art, and secures a new job, all while keeping Aarav's letters close to her heart. Their journey is fraught with emotional turmoil, but their love remains a guiding force. As Aarav works tirelessly to achieve stability, his health begins to deteriorate. Priya learns of his struggles and rushes to be by his side, reminding him that they are stronger together. Their reunion brings a renewed sense of purpose and determination to build a future that balances their dreams and well-being. Through the highs and lows, Priya and Aarav's love endures, proving that true love can conquer any challenge. Together, they strive to create a life filled with love, passion, and unwavering support, knowing that their journey is far from over but that their bond will see them through.

Story Description: Vale Black seems like the kind of girl who has it all—fair honey skin, hazel waves that catch the sunlight, silver jewels that shimmer against her skin, and a heart too big for her own good. Lovable, honest, and an open book, she’s someone people easily fall for—but never seem to stay with. Behind her soft smile and bright eyes lies a world no one knows about. No one, except her best friend Hanisha. In secret, Vale is a car-racing thrill-seeker, a tech genius, and a trained fighter—talents buried deep beneath layers of privilege and expectation. But her carefully guarded secrets begin to unravel when Kian Adams enters her life. Rich, sharp, and carrying scars of his own, Kian’s family shares a tense, complicated past with Vale’s. What starts as distant indifference turns into a slow-burning connection, as their lives begin to collide in ways neither of them planned. As they navigate messy friendships, broken trust, and the slow dance of teenage love, Vale and Kian must learn that the truth doesn’t always hurt—it heals. And sometimes, the people who see through your walls are the ones who help rebuild what’s inside.

No one spoke up for her. She had to find her own voice. No one offered help. She had to be her own savior. Everyone tried to hold her back. She had to break free from all restraints. Everyone blamed her for what happened. She had to prove her innocence. But will she succeed? Dear readers, While this isn’t my first book on this platform, it is my first time writing on this particular topic. English is not my first language, and although I strive for perfection, there may be some errors. I kindly ask for your understanding and forgiveness. This book has contents like sexual harassment, rape, and explicit contents. If you are a person who is disturbed with these contents, feel free to leave the story. Have a nice time with the story. Your author, Betty_N.

Jeremy, a working adult who unexpectedly finds himself reliving his teenage years, sees a rare opportunity to rewrite his past. With the memories of heartbreak, failure, and trauma from his previous life still fresh in his mind, he’s determined to take control this time—improving himself, standing up to bullies, and making different choices. His most pressing concern: The girl he once loved and lost. As Jeremy moves through this second chance, he realizes it’s not just about fixing his mistakes or trying to win her back. The deeper he goes, the more he questions what truly matters: Is it revenge? Redemption? Or something else entirely? His journey becomes one of self-discovery, as the lines blur between what he’s changing and what he’s meant to learn.

Qin Yao opens her eyes and finds herself transmigrated from a post-apocalyptic world into the body of an ancient peasant woman. Her family consists of four stepchildren needing care. A good-for-nothing husband, who has nothing but looks, is causing a ruckus. They live in a thatched hut, without a grain of rice, the family is emaciated like refugees. If that wasn't enough, someone even comes to collect debts! Anger rises in Qin Yao's heart, and she kicks the wretched husband out, "Debt collector, feel free to just beat him to death!" The four stepchildren: !!! With the world quieted, Qin Yao rolls up her sleeves to revive the family. Hunting, carrying bags, fighting bandits, she's an expert in all. But facing the fields, with her back to the sky, and her face to the earth, even a top-tier fighter from the post-apocalyptic world waves her hand: Can't take it! Really can't take it! Qin Yao scratches her head: In the ancient times where agricultural taxes are extremely high, how can I avoid farming? At this moment, the lazy husband who was sent away to die (twisting and crawling) (struggling to stand up) (screaming and roaring): My dear! I think I can be saved!

# 1V1 # NOBLELADY The female general has transmigrated to the future. When she opened her eyes, she saw someone snatching a child. She reached out without much thought, but who would have thought the little girl would hug her and say, “Mom, don’t throw me and Brother away!” Since the female general couldn’t go back, she raised her children and educated them. She beat up scumbags and saved men, and achieved another brilliant life. In the face of outrageous people, she was an ice queen. Grandma, sister-in-law, do any of you deserve my time? Faced with her children, it was like a spring breeze in summer. “Little Xing, you’re so smart! Shi Tou, you’re also a good baby!” In the face of men, she was indifferent. “Leave if you want to. You have legs, right? Go on then, I won’t walk you out.” She was a woman with thousands of faces. Even in another world, she was still the most dazzling one.