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When Julia Harrow arrives at Blackwood Hall after the sudden death of her cousin, she expects mourning, a will, and polite condolences. But from the moment she steps through the iron gates, nothing feels right. The house is too quiet. The air too thick. And the man who now owns it—Alistair Blackwood—is as devastating as he is unreadable. Secrets pulse behind every locked door. Shadows move when no one is near. And the scent of her cousin still lingers in the halls, clinging like a warning. Drawn into a world of velvet lies and dangerous charm, Julia begins to lose time, lose trust, lose herself. Dreams bleed into reality. Passion turns to poison. And as desire tangles with dread, one question haunts her every breath: Did she come here by choice… or was she summoned? The Portrait of Lady Marian is a lush, slow-burning descent into madness, obsession, and a love story that should never have happened. Sinister, sensual, and dripping in dread, this is not a tale you read— it’s one you survive.

[Matured Content] In a world of gods and Faes. Isadora Skaldwood was born a Fae but of impure blood “mannfae” deemed an inferior creation of the olden gods. Yet at birth she was kissed by the goddess of life and blessed with the ability of a skin weaver, capable of healing any wound or affliction. Betrayed by her family, she's sold for gain, shipped across the world to a brothel, into the hands of a selfish businessman who exploited her abilities for years. Travelers come to this brothel not to lay with the rumored mannfae but to seek her abilities. But then everything changed when “He” appeared… Kraven Val Thrond, widely known as “The Reaper," a terrifying warrior feared by those who dared speak his name. Dangerously handsome, a presence identical to the god of death, silver eyes like the crescent moon—but a mind dipped in madness. Isadora despises him, not just for stealing her away, but for thrusting her into his world of blood and chaos. He’s insane! But that’s only the cherry on top, his obsession is wicked. But when he touches her, mix emotions and desires stirs, can a madman feel something? Of course not! He's more inclined to kill her than succumb to his desires. He has this "Thirst" and it triggers mostly toward her. Just a kiss is a clear invitation toward death and when he touches her... she might greet the god of death soon. Have the gods damned her again? They had thrown a Dark Fae toward her way who's obsessed with owning her soul. But in life, only a mate can claim another soul. ~ (Excerpt) "What do you even want from me?" Isadora asked, this time more desperate. "The answer to that question, love," he leaned more until their lips almost touched. "I really wish there was one," he murmured, before crashing his lips against hers. Sparks surged through her in waves, but she bit his lip, hard enough to draw blood. The action seemed to make him stop and she pushed away from him. Kraven licked his lips, amused and a maddening look in his eyes. "Go away!" she yelled at him, tears almost building in her eyes. Why was he making her feel this way? Hatred burned through her veins and yet torn between this was an undeniable pull. "I will, love.." he replied with a dangerous edge to his tone and an eerily glow to his silver eyes. "If you can outrun me, first..." he added, taking a step closer and she instinctively took one back. "Run, Isadora..." he growled, his voice raw and animalistic, like a beast on the verge of unleashing wrath. "...run!" ~ A/N: This is Dark Romance, don't expect a sweet ML! Extra Tags: #darkromance #slowburn #blood&gore #morallygreyML #medieval #warriors The cover is mine!

In a world of ancient magic, forgotten lore, and werewolf royalty, Lady Genevieve Montclair must navigate the treacherous landscape of the Lycan High Court. After being cast aside by her former lover, Sir Alaric Valcourt, Genevieve finds herself bound to the ruthless Lycan King, Edric Ravenshire, by a bond she cannot deny. As war looms, ancient secrets unfold, and the very fabric of their world is threatened, Genevieve must confront the darkness within herself and make impossible choices to protect the man she loves and the kingdom she now calls home. Will she find a way to forge her own destiny, or will the fate that binds her to Edric Ravenshire prove inescapable? Dive into a world of epic romance, heart-stopping action, and ancient magic, where the line between love and loyalty is blurred, and the true meaning of destiny is tested.

In a kingdom where punishment isn’t death but desire, the law is clear, break a rule, and your body pays the price. Women sleep with the prince. Men? They’re paired to each other or to one of the king's ruthless concubines. But no one hates the prince. No one dares. Because he never forces. He only asks one question: Do you want me or not? Hale a poor, rebellious son of a village blacksmith. He didn’t expect to catch the eye of Prince Kael. And he definitely didn’t expect Kael’s gentle hands, stolen glances, or whispered promises in the dark. But falling in love with the prince is illegal as a Man. Forbidden. Deadly. As their hidden romance grows under royal eyes, Hale and Kael must choose: betray the law or betray their hearts. Warning: 18+ Mature Content This story contains mature themes including strong language, emotional tension, sexual content, and dark elements. Reader discretion is advised. Suitable for adults only.

Synopsis: In the autumn of 1810, four-year-old August Everhart’s world is shattered when he witnesses the brutal murder of his noble parents within the walls of their family estate. Once a boy filled with dreams of knights and fairy tales, August is left hollow, his childhood stolen in an instant. Taken in by distant relatives who see him more as a duty than a child, he grows in silence and shadow haunted by a past he cannot forget, and a truth no one dares to speak. In a world ruled by class, expectation, and silence, can love survive when it must remain unseen? The Quiet Flame is a tender, tragic, and emotionally rich tale of hidden wounds, quiet longing, and the courage it takes to love in a world that won’t allow it

In Victorian London, where the police are powerless and detectives are little more than figureheads, where justice is only an illusion, only a child unafraid of monsters can chase one down: Nathae, a brilliant sharp-minded young girl burdened by the suicides of her parents and her only friend.

Whispers Between Enemies is a sweeping romantic historical drama set in a war-torn medieval kingdom. Alaric Thorne, a battle-hardened warrior bound by duty and vengeance, is sworn to destroy the noble house of Vale—the very family responsible for his father’s execution. But fate intervenes when he captures Lady Seraphina Vale, a proud and defiant noblewoman with secrets of her own. As political tensions mount and alliances crumble, Alaric and Seraphina find themselves caught between loyalty to their bloodlines and a forbidden desire that grows with every stolen moment. Haunted by the past and hunted by those who see their love as betrayal, they must choose: uphold the legacy of enmity or rewrite destiny with a love that defies centuries of hatred. Torn by duty. Bound by fate. United by love. Whispers Between Enemies is a tale of passion, betrayal, and redemption where even the deepest scars can bloom into hope.

It was prophesied that Queen Qara would give birth to a prince destined to be the next ruler of the kingdom of Hmagol, replacing the crippled crown prince. Fate twisted, and Queen Qara gave birth to Princess Chinua, giving the eldest son of the king's concubine a chance to inherit the throne. As the legs of the crippled crown prince of the Kingdom of Hmagol, Chinua and eight of her most trusted subordinates traveled across the Kingdom of  Hmagol to restore peace and stability to the citizens of Hmagol. The invasion by Zasra Kingdom compelled Chinua and her loyal companions into battle, and forever altering the course of her life.

Aaron Ambrose, the mighty king of Heavengate kingdom is destined to die. He, however, can change his fate by sacrificing the one thing he thinks he doesn't possess. His heart. He does not believe that death could course through him. But, the prophecy is set. Death is on it's way and the person to buy his sacrifice is unknown. On the other side of the kingdom lives Mariana Clifton. A beautiful, innocent and hardworking seamstress who weaves a beautiful dream of living in a small house with a loving husband and have lots of children. But once she makes clothes for the wicked king, her destiny is irrevocably sewed with his. Aaron finds Mariana pretty interesting. Mariana tries to stay away from the insufferable king but he has made his home in her mind. They both does not know what life holds ahead. In between their teasing and trying to bear each other, will they bare their hearts to each other? Are they even meant to? If yes, will they be able to overcome the barriers of their fate? Can they both together make death move back?

In a society where identity is a precarious balance between truth and illusion, Darwin Asrael grapples with a unique curse: his skin, which is sensitive to the sun, binds him to the overlooked niches of the public. When he encounters his doppelgänger, Gabriel, He is unexpectedly introduced to the clandestine Hemlock organization. He becomes an unlikely detective, solving crimes as night descends, and leaving Gabriel to perform his role in daylight. But as Darwin investigates a series of chilling murders linked to a mysterious author who documents crime, he unveils layers of deception, drawing Darwin deeper into a web of intrigue where nothing is as it seems. As he follows these narratives' trails, he begins to doubt his own identity, realizing the stories may be more associated with his existence than he ever imagined.

In a world divided by six powerful nations, one secret will ignite a revolution. When a mysterious woman speaks a truth long buried, the balance of the world shatters. Her revelation sparks unrest, awakening ancient rivalries and pushing the world to the brink of war. Amid the chaos, Alfred, a man burdened by his past and driven by a silent purpose, finds himself at the center of a storm that threatens everything. As alliances fracture and blood is spilled, Alfred must uncover the deeper truths hidden beneath centuries of lies. Dark, emotional, and epic, this fantasy historical tale weaves a rich tapestry of world-building, character growth, and the unrelenting cost of truth.

#Fantasy #History #Magic #Darkfantasy #Shadows #Blades #Power #Ottoman #Dynasty #Empire The Destiny of the Last Ottoman In a dying empire haunted by shadows, a warrior returns with news that could change history. Seven sacred relics have been stolen. If they fall into the wrong hands, not only Istanbul—but the past itself—will be lost. Led by Sultan Murad IV and joined by his three sworn allies—Balibey, Cafer, and Kasım—the empire's fate rests on a single mission. Their first enemy is a demon-blooded figure cloaked in power and mystery. The war for relics begins. The destiny of a civilization will be rewritten.

"When the old gods are forgotten, they do not die—they wait." In the year 1025, the Viking Age wanes. Iceland bows to Christ. The Althing governs by law. And the gods of old fade to whispers. But in the far Westfjords, something stirs. Vetrulfr, a former Varangian captain and exile, returns from the East with foreign gold, forgotten warcraft, and a hunger no man can name. He comes not in peace, but to raise Ullrsfjörðr from ash and ice; building walls, carving runes, and waging war on behalf of a dying faith. From Reykjavík to Aachen, rumors spread: a ghost walks the North once more. Some call him the son of Ullr. Others, a wolf-cloaked demon. But all will know his name. and when the Valkyries call, he will answer.

Esme Carlton is the bastard daughter of the King of Enorth—Norbert Carlton. Only accepted out of pity, Esme's life is hell for her as she takes each day as it comes. Everything changes when she is used as a political piece. Not that she was surprised, after all, she was the expendable royal around. However, she is not just a piece in the game between kingdoms. Esme was given as wife to King Severus—the man known as the Devil.

Elora, a lady in her early 20s finds herself in the household of a bitter, sad and dictatorial merchant Sir Charles who happens to be a widower having a sore relationship with his eight years old daughter and only child. Her presence as the child's governess brings a change in this bringing the father and daughter closer and healing the wounds caused by the death of his wife. Elora realises she has fallen in love with her suppose boss but he isn't willing to accept the truth jeopardising her heart and emotions because of his attachment to his late wife. Charles must find a way to let go of the past and hope for a better future else he looses the one thing that brought light into his life.......His Governess.

When an assassin's dagger strikes down the radiant Queen Valerie, her fiercely devoted companions, Duchess Sylvia and Tower Mage Clara—who secretly love her more than life itself—refuse to surrender her to death. Their desperate ritual, fueled by forbidden magic, wrenches Valerie's soul from oblivion but at a terrible price: a piece of Clara's sight, years of Sylvia's life. Valerie awakens, her regal mind and memories fully intact, but trapped within the body of an unknown peasant girl, thrust into a life of squalor and hardship she never imagined. Powerless and anonymous, the once-revered Queen must now endure the brutal realities of poverty, her spirit clashing daily with her grim surroundings. Meanwhile, with her treacherous half-brother, Lord Ainsworth, now wrongfully seated on the throne of the kingdom of Eldoria, its people believing their true queen dead, Sylvia and Clara face a desperate race against time. Can these two women, bound by sacrifice and forbidden love, find Valerie before her royal spirit is crushed by her unforgiving new existence, or before Ainsworth solidifies his tyrannical reign and she is lost forever?

The coming‑of‑age of clashing pantheons. Sylas, the misfit son of a proud Bear‑marked family, discovers he’s fated not for strength and certainty but for chaos and creation.  To stop rivals, rival god and his own elders he must learn that power is less about what the gods give and more about how humans choose to shape it.

Deng Shirong was reborn, waking up in the summer of 1980. In his past life, he had foolishly trusted a matchmaker’s words, only to see his children’s marriages turn into disasters. His two sons-in-law were utterly useless, and his daughters-in-law wreaked havoc in the household. This time, he wasn’t leaving anything to chance. He would personally take the reins and handpick the perfect partners for his children. Years later, during a gathering with old friends, the topic of conversation turned to their daughters-in-law—were they filial or not? Deng Shirong didn’t say a word. Instead, with a calm smile, he took out his phone and posted a simple message on WeChat Moments: “Suddenly craving some Guilin beer fish.” The next moment, his phone started blowing up. Eldest daughter-in-law: “Dad, I’ll drive back this Saturday and take you on a trip to Guilin. I’ve been craving authentic beer fish too!” Second daughter-in-law: “Dad, I’m free right now. I’ll drive back immediately to pick you up. Let’s go enjoy Guilin for a few days!” Third daughter-in-law: “Dad, I have some work to wrap up at the office, but I’ll send the driver to pick you up first…” Fourth daughter-in-law: “…” Youngest daughter-in-law: “…” His old friends sat there in stunned silence, their jaws practically hitting the floor. Their faces were filled with envy! Patreon for Extra Chapters: https://www.patreon.com/collection/1354252/

Amid the Japanese invasion of Malaya during World War II, Aman, a young man traumatized by the brutal murder of his mother, desperately tries to reach Singapore to reunite with his younger siblings. As he navigates a war-torn landscape filled with betrayal, violence, and shifting allegiances, Aman must confront his own moral dilemmas and the harsh reality of survival. In a world where the line between enemy and ally blurs, Aman fights not only for his life but for the safety of his family, all while uncovering dark secrets that could alter his fate forever.

(Warning: Mature Content) Rose is a simple peasant girl, content with her quiet life in the countryside. In a week, she will marry her childhood friend—the love of her life. Everything seems perfect. Unfortunately, her happiness is shattered when she catches the eye of the crown prince, a man who will stop at nothing to claim her. She is adamant and refuses his advances putting her father’s life in danger. Desperate to protect her family, Rose makes the ultimate sacrifice. She agrees to the prince’s demands, leaving behind her loved ones to live in the castle as nothing more than his plaything. His whore. Will she ever satisfy his desires enough for him to set her free? In a world where power crushes love, can Rose find a way to reclaim her life or will she be lost to Caius’s control forever? THIS AN 18+ NOVEL THAT INCLUDES VIOLENCE AND MATURE THEMES. READ WITH CAUTION.