Books with author Ariana Washington

Twenty years have passed since Sophia Carter last saw his smiling face. It was a chance meeting between two youths, but what happened next seared that night into her memories. In a single moment he had completely altered the trajectory of her life — and not for the better. Now she’s thirty-two and still holding a grudge when they unexpectedly cross paths again. And, once more, he’s turned her entire world upside down with just a single glance. Not only does he look exactly as he did twenty years ago, he is, most crucially of all, not dead.He’s. Not. Dead.Sophia is accustomed to getting the things she wants, and now she finally has a chance to reach out and take the one thing that escaped her two decades ago: him. But how will she deal with his mysterious background, unnatural youth, and beautiful yet sadistic ex? And, more importantly, how will he deal with her?There’s a lot of things standing in the way of Sophia’s happiness, but the biggest obstacle might be Sophia herself.***A psychological romance, exploring the depth of one woman's need for acceptance -- and, ultimately, control.NOTE: Some explicit scenes. Not intended for audiences under the age of 18.

Second edition.“Make new friends, make new friends. Melody is nice, but you should make new friends. I didn’t want to, but I agreed. What else was suppose to say?” Old English freondscipe "friendship, mutual liking and regard," also "conjugal love;". Conjugal meant of or relating to marriage or the relationship of a married couple. Old English freond, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch vriend and German Freund, from an Indo-European root meaning ‘to love,’. Surely such words were meant for a deep relationship . . . Growing up is hard. Briana Washington is an easily-forgettable black girl that has a crippling disability of making friends. But she also has to learn about being a woman, and just what the heck are boys anyway? There’s coping with anxiety attacks and random flairs of depression, and lots of instances of being in the wrong place at the wrong time.

To escape an existence of inner darkness, she must fight alongsidea dragon in a magical other world... Kalera doesn't think life is worthliving. After years of self-loathing, her mother's overdose pushes her past theedge, into attempted suicide and electro-convulsion therapy. But when shewakes, she's shocked to find herself in a surreal land ruled by a vicioustyrant who wields evil sorcery. Infuriated by the inhabitants' enslavement,she teams with her real-life boyfriend's doppelgänger to battle oppression. Andwhen she discovers she's descended from the rightful rulers and a mother ofdragons, she vows to take back the realm. But the kingdom's only hope may restwith a strange stone that burns everyone but her... Can Kalera break her people's chainsand realize her destiny as savior? Palera Dawn is the captivating first book in TheDawn Series of fantasy novels. If you like legendary dragons, thrilling newworlds, and surprising twists and turns, then you'll love A.H. Washington'sspectacular adventure. BuyPalera Dawn to watch a young woman embrace her legacy today!

Kalera often thinks about the pain she feels when it comes to her loses. She never thought a selfish decision would take her to a world where she learns just how important the freedom she has taken for granted. With mysterious new friends, she comes face-to-face with an evil that has defeated good and great dragons. Will she find her purpose in a dark world filled with abilities, treachery, and a longing for the once-led democracy through a monarchy? Will the prophecy, as it is told, hold true? Palera Dawn is the first volume of an epic fantasy filled with mystery, danger, suspense, and an ending that will make you long for more.

Second edition. “Make new friends, make new friends. Melody is nice, but you should make new friends. I didn’t want to, but I agreed. What else was suppose to say?” Old English freondscipe "friendship, mutual liking and regard," also "conjugal love;". Conjugal meant of or relating to marriage or the relationship of a married couple. Old English freond, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch vriend and German Freund, from an Indo-European root meaning ‘to love,’. Surely such words were meant for a deep relationship . . . Growing up is hard. Briana Washington is an easily-forgettable black girl that has a crippling disability of making friends. But she also has to learn about being a woman, and just what the heck are boys anyway? There’s coping with anxiety attacks and random flairs of depression, and lots of instances of being in the wrong place at the wrong time.

Kalera often thinks about the pain she feels when it comes to her loses. She never thought a selfish decision would take her to a world where she learns just how important the freedom she has taken for granted. With mysterious new friends, she comes face-to-face with an evil that has defeated good and great dragons. Will she find her purpose in a dark world filled with abilities, treachery, and a longing for the once-led democracy through a monarchy? Will the prophecy, as it is told, hold true? Palera Dawn is the first volume of an epic fantasy filled with mystery, danger, suspense, and an ending that will make you long for more.