"Creator's Game" is a novel that tells the story of a young boy named Jake who is struggling to find his place in the world. When he discovers the game of Baaga'adowe, also known as lacrosse, Jake finds a passion and a sense of purpose that he had been missing. Through the game, Jake learns about the history and traditions of his Native American ancestors, and he forms deep connections with his teammates. But as Jake's team prepares for the biggest game of the season, he must also confront the challenges and obstacles that come with being a young athlete. "Creator's Game" is a powerful and inspiring story about finding your place in the world, and the importance of tradition and community.
Chapter 1: The Injury Jack Thompson had always dreamed of playing football. Growing up in a small town in Texas, he spent every free moment practicing his moves and studying the game. His father had been a star football player in high school and college, and Jack felt like he had a lot to live up to. When Jack started high school, he was determined to make the varsity football team. He spent hours in the weight room, ran drills with his friends, and even watched old game tapes to improve his technique. By the time tryouts came around, Jack was in the best shape of his life.
At first, everything seemed to be going well. Jack made the team and was quickly promoted to starting quarterback. He felt like he was on top of the world. But then, during a game against their biggest rival, disaster struck. Jack was scrambling to avoid a tackle when he felt a sharp pain in his knee. He collapsed on the field, clutching his leg in agony. The crowd fell silent as the team doctor rushed onto the field to examine him. It turned out that Jack had torn his ACL, an injury that would require surgery and months of rehabilitation. He was devastated. Football had been his whole life, and now it felt like it was slipping away from him. Over the next few weeks, Jack struggled to come to terms with his injury. He was in constant pain and couldn't walk without crutches. He had to drop out of school for a semester to focus on his recovery. Worst of all, he felt like he had let his team down. But even in the depths of his despair, Jack refused to give up. He worked tirelessly with his physical therapist, pushing himself to get stronger every day. He watched game tapes and studied new plays, determined to come back even stronger than before. As the months went by, Jack slowly but surely started to make progress. He was able to walk without crutches, then jog, then run. He started practicing with his team again, and even though he wasn't able to play in games yet, he felt like he was back where he belonged. Looking back on that first chapter, Jack realized that his injury had been a turning point in his life. It had forced him to confront his own limitations and taught him the value of hard work and perseverance. It had also given him a newfound appreciation for the game of football, and a deep sense of gratitude for the opportunity to play it.
The day Raina gave birth should have been the happiest of her life. Instead, it became her worst nightmare. Moments after delivering their twins, Alexander shattered her heart-divorcing her and forcing her to sign away custody of their son, Liam. With nothing but betrayal and heartbreak to her name, Raina disappeared, raising their daughter, Ava, on her own.Years later, fate comes knocking when Liam falls gravely ill. Desperate to save his son, Alexander is forced to seek out the one person he once cast aside. Alexander finds himself face to face with the woman he underestimated, pleading for a second chance-not just for himself, but for their son. But Raina is no longer the same broken woman who once loved him.No longer the woman he left behind. She has carved out a new life-one built on strength, wealth, and a long-buried legacy she expected to uncover.Raina has spent years learning to live without him.The question is... Will she risk reopening old wounds to save the son she never got to love? or has Alexander lost her forever?
Rumors said that Lucas married an unattractive woman with no background. In the three years they were together, he remained cold and distant to Belinda, who endured in silence. Her love for him forced her to sacrifice her self-worth and her dreams. When Lucas' true love reappeared, Belinda realized that their marriage was a sham from the start, a ploy to save another woman's life. She signed the divorce papers and left. Three years later, Belinda returned as a surgical prodigy and a maestro of the piano. Lost in regret, Lucas chased her in the rain and held her tightly. "You are mine, Belinda."
The dream of everyone with regards to marriage is to be able to find that special someone and settle down with them. Even arranged marriages grant you an opportunity to meet your partner briefly before the wedding. How will you feel about waking up in the morning with someone sleeping next to you who is not just anyone but your legally married partner yet with no memory of how that had happened in just a few hours of going out the previous day? This is the story of Jason Haward and Julia Harrison, two strangers trapped in a marriage they never planned. The quest to find out why led to the unfolding of a mystery which made them realize they are both living a lie. To find out more, read this amazing story of love, betrayal, revenge and murder.
On the day of their wedding anniversary, Joshua's mistress drugged Alicia, and she ended up in a stranger's bed. In one night, Alicia lost her innocence, while Joshua's mistress carried his child in her womb. Heartbroken and humiliated, Alicia demanded a divorce, but Joshua saw it as yet another tantrum. When they finally parted ways, she went on to become a renowned artist, sought out and admired by everyone. Consumed by regret, Joshua darkened her doorstep in hopes of reconciliation, only to find her in the arms of a powerful tycoon. "Say hello to your sister-in-law."
Life was perfect until she met her boyfriend's big brother. There was a forbidden law in the Night Shade Pack that if the head Alpha rejected his mate, he would be stripped of his position. Sophia's life would get connected with the law. She was an Omega who was dating the head Alpha's younger brother. Bryan Morrison, the head Alpha, was not only a cold-blooded man but also a charming business tycoon. His name was enough to cause other packs to tremble. He was known as a ruthless man. What if, by some twist of destiny, Sophia's path were to intertwine with his?
"Sign the divorce papers and get out!" Leanna got married to pay a debt, but she was betrayed by her husband and shunned by her in-laws. Seeing that her efforts were in vain, she agreed to divorce and claimed her half of the properties. With her purse plump from the settlement, Leanna enjoyed her newfound freedom. The constant harassment from her ex's mistress never fazed her. She took back her identities as top hacker, champion racer, medical professor, and renowned jewelry designer. Then someone discovered her secret. Matthew smiled. "Will you have me as your next husband?"