Author

Hareem Riaz

Novels by Hareem Riaz

THE WRONG WEDDING

MARRIAGE/ˈmarɪdʒ/nounThe legally or formally recognized union of two people as partners in a personal relationship.A tale spanning over 3 generations; tainted by lies, deceit, corrupted hearts and greed.When Zaira completed her medical degree, all she hoped and wished for was to be left alone. Needless to say, her parents had tied her with the perfect match, in Harris. A twisted turn of fate, traps her in matrimony with Rayyan. The very person whom she never wished to set eyes upon again, if she could help it; let alone cross paths with, after he betrayed her trust a long time ago.All isn't what appears, when the two get entangled in a web of deception, weaved from selfishness of people around them. A story about two damaged people and their struggle to fight demons within and beyond. And protecting their hearts from the worst of ailments. Love.*I don't own any rights to the cover picture*

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

"An author is nothing if not for it's readers."~HRASSALAMUALAIKUM WA REHMATULLAHI WA BARAKATUHU!Alhumdulillah times infinity for this beautiful journey with the most beautiful and amazing people. THANKYOU!This book is a dedication for my parents. Who are literal couple goals, MashaAllah! My Dad still doesn’t return from his walks without bringing ‘jasmine’ flowers for Mom. They still don’t eat meals without eachother, MashaAllah. They still go on mini honeymoon trips and late night walks together, outside the house, MashaAllah! My Mom is my Dad’s forever number 1. May Allah SWT bless them with more and more love and keep them happy together forever and ever InshaAllah, until Jannah. Ameen❤️❤️Thankyou once again, for your support.Fee Amanillah❤️

Last Updated: 2020-11-09

ENCORE

"Zai—! Did you see??" Rayyan called out ecstatically, throwing Zaira a glance over his shoulders; who was busy preparing food for their guests. Immediately a delighted grin erupted on Zaira's face, as she turned to watch the hopeless father-daughter duo, who were playing on the play-mat on the floor.

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ACT-37

I continued to stand to the far side of the room. My eyes glued to my feet, while I occasionally threw a glance around the room. The Haveli was in an uproar since this morning, in preparation of Zaira's 9th birthday party. The sound of laughter mixed together with everyone's chattering continued to clash against my ears. Yet, I stood fidgeting in my place, feeling very much like a fish out of water. But that's how I had always felt here, anyways. Someone who didn't belong—

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ACT-36

It was already the 4th event, Mayu, today and I was busy doing the final checkups, when a familiar person creeped up beside me. "God! You're not even related to Haniya! How pretentious can you be, Zaira??" I heard Hafsa snicker behind me, but without paying her any heed, I continued to give instructions to the helpers who were decorating the stage with Marigolds.

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ACT-35

I was just getting ready to go downstairs for breakfast, when Rayyan came in. He had left somewhere after waking me up and I assumed he had went down before me. However, seeing the bouquet of roses in his one hand and a paper bag in the other, made me realize my mistake. "Rayyan—" I couldn't finish while taking the flowers from his hand. He didn't say anything but sat down on the bed with a small smile.

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ACT-34

"So—who's the patient, again?" I looked away from my hand outstretched infront of Rayyan, who was currently making me take my medicines; to Haniya who had just come in.I took in the relieved look on her face, as she dumped a bag on the couch and came over to hug Rayyan, who was sitting bes

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HER VOCATION

"Allah guides whom He wills to the straight path." (Al Baqarah | 213)Aasiya is the girl who has it all. At least that's what everyone tells her. So, why can't she escape this emptiness inside her, that is slowly eating her away?Moving back to Pakistan for her medical degree was the answer she sought, but her life turns upside down, when she is forced into an unwanted alliance.Can Aasiya untangle the knots of her heart, as she journeys through life, whilst battling with herself?Will a happy ending await her, with the one she desires? Or truth will break her and cause her to fall apart?*I don't own any rights to the cover picture*

AFTERWORD

'An author is nothing, if not for it's readers.'~HR ASSALAMUALAIKUM WA REHMATULLAHI WA BARAKATUHU, dear readers!!

Last Updated: 2020-10-17

EPILOGUE

“Gardens of perpetual residence; they will enter them with whoever were righteous among their fathers, their spouses and their descendants. And the angels will enter upon them from every gate, [saying], "Peace be upon you for what you patiently endured. And excellent is the final home." (QURAN 13:23-24)****************************5 YEARS LATER "Maama—are we there, yet?" Aasiya heard her 5 year old daughter's inquiry and looked away from the road to watch her through the rearview mirror;

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35. QADR (FINAL)

“Among the believers are men true to what they promised Allah. Among them is he who has fulfilled his vow [to the death], and among them is he who awaits [his chance]. And they did not alter [the terms of their commitment] by any alteration.” (QURAN 33:23)***********************FINAL CHAPTERWe were sitting by the stream with his head resting on my lap. His eyes were closed as he intently listened to my recitation of the Holy Quran. After I finished, he slowly opened his eyes to look up at me. A small smile form

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34. REUNION

“And no soul knows what has been hidden for them of comfort for eyes as reward for what they used to do.” (QURAN 32:17)****************************"Do you need my help with anything, Haadi?" I asked, stepping into the kitchen, where Haadi was busy preparing feast for her brother-in-law and his family, who were visiting for winter break."No, Aasi. You're already handling Zimal. That's 50 times tougher than preparing a feast for the whole village—" She remarked with a light chuckle, directing her gaze to the 7 month old Zimal, screaming playfully in my

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33. LABAYK ALLAH

“And proclaim to the people the Hajj [pilgrimage]; they will come to you on foot and on every lean camel; they will come from every distant pass.” (QURAN 22:27)*****************************"Naveed. What's wrong?" I could hear Mom's worry laced voice over me; yet, didn't try opening my eyes. Her hand stroking my head on her lap didn't halt and neither the tears streaming down my closed eyes.

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32. SABRUN JAMEEL

"If Allah knows [any] good in your hearts, He will give you [something] better than what was taken from you, and He will forgive you; and Allah is Forgiving and Merciful." (QURAN 8:70)***************************He continued to sit in his place on the ground and watch me unblinking. As if, his mind couldn't comprehend what his ears were hearing and he wished someone to nudge him out of this trance.Finally, he blinked and averted his gaze. His mouth hung open, in hope to say something but words seemed to have lost him. I kept on watching the bewildered

Last Updated: 2020-10-17

IN YOUR LOVE

A PRIDE & PREJUDICE TALE She wasn't looking for love; yet, found it in the least expected person. When Dr. Mahnoor first laid eyes on Captain. Dr. Haider, she couldn't fathom even in her wildest dreams the mess she was about to get herself into. Haider, who was a handsome, quirky and charming neurosurgeon, could hardly be described as anything except trouble personified. The kind of man, whom she never thought she could give a second thought about, least of all get involved with.Yet, little did she know that all her prayers had led her to someone, who was going to challenge everything she had ever believed in and break down the barriers she had spent a lifetime building. Fate brought them together but love tore them apart. "We are all fools in love." Pride & Prejudice

EPILOGUE

5 YEARS LATERI stood on my tiptoes to get a closer look at the procedure through the crowd of surgeons. It had already bee

Last Updated: 2020-09-28

Chapter-13

LAST CHAPTERI watched him without daring to blink. A signature small sly grin appeared on his face. I opened my mouth to s

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Chapter-12

I walked into the Major Area and without meaning to, my eyes searched for her. After yesterday's failed attempt to rile her up, I had decided to not bother her again. It was fun initially but after yesterday, I think I should steer clear of her. I don't want to come off as a nuisance to someone.

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Chapter-11

With a jolt, I sat up to the sound of my alarm ringing. For a moment I sat numb in my bed, trying to make sense of it all. I could feel sweat beads trickling down my neck and a few damp hair strands sticking to my forehead. Sitting there in a daze, my hands began to shuffle around the blanket in search of my phone, which was still trying to pull me out of slumber.

Last Updated: 2020-09-28

Chapter-10

"What's wrong with you?!" Annie exclaimed barging into the room, shortly after me."I don't know what you mean?" I returned calmly, feigning composure. This was enough to tip her off the edge.

Last Updated: 2020-09-28

Chapter-9

I lunged towards the door but before I could reach it, he blocked the door with his hand. I froze in my place in shock and didn't have the nerve to turn around and look at him."You can't keep runnin

Last Updated: 2020-09-28