⚠️Disclaimer: Maria is the "main character." Alexei's role ties in as the story flows. Also, not everything is fully accurate, its fiction⚠️ Maria Nikolaevna Romanov, 3rd daughter to Tsar Nicholas II, tells her story 43 years after her families misfortune. In this captivating story, you will laugh, you will cry, you will even have to say goodbye, but one thing that is for sure, you will enjoy every minute of the ride. Buckle up as you take a trip through time, back to Imperial Russia, straight to 1961 France, and back to present time in our hearts. If you are familiar with the Romanovs, don't worry, every family member has their place in this story. This is historical fiction.

"You can only push a person so far before they break." The dark veil of the Black Prom Massacre still hangs heavy over Chamberlain, Maine. Everyone believes the tragedy's catalyst, Carrie White, is dead, but they are wrong. Barely clinging to life and sanity, Carrie flees her infamous past, alone and hunted for the devastating telekinetic power that erupted from her. Just as hope fades, a mysterious older man finds her and leads her to the only person who might hold the key to her survival: Jago, a Tibetan warrior-monk consumed by a quest for atonement. But Carrie's troubles have only just begun. The same deadly forces that stalk the competitors of the Killer Instinct tournament-those who seek to harness her "cursed" ability-are closing in. With the terrifying, impending apocalypse of Gargos's invasion drawing near, Carrie must master the raw, brutal strength of her power before it consumes her. The journey towards redemption has begun. ------------------------------------------ Cover credited by @Niranju98. Disclaimer: Microsoft and Rare own Killer Instinct Stephen King owns Carrie. *EDITING

Markus Reiner is haunted by violent, war-ridden memories of his past in the U.S. Army. Now back home, he struggles to reconnect with a society that has long since moved on, leaving him stranded in a limbo between the battlefield and the mundane. Daily life feels foreign to him, and anything can send him spiraling back into the horrors of combat. Nobody understands. While his PTSD isolates him from the world, no one seems to notice his suffering-except Lydia, a bright and ambitious photographer hiding her own dark secret. Their paths cross in unexpected ways but as Markus tries to find solace in their connection, his unresolved trauma and Lydia's past threaten to derail the fragile peace he's trying to build. Caught between the echoes of war and the struggles of civilian life, Markus must confront his demons and rediscover what it means to truly "come home". But when the dust settles, Markus will have to decide whether he can let go of the past and embrace a future-or if he's destined to remain a prisoner of his own haunted memories. **WARNING** This book contains explicit language, graphic sexual content, and scenes of intense violence. Reader discretion is advised. Proceed With Caution! #1 in #soldier 10/29/24

Only the good die young...or do they? - July 17th, 1918 - Gunshots are fired, screams are heard, and Russia's last Tsar crumples to the ground. Yakov Yurosky is confident his plan to destroy the Romanov family has succeeded. But what happens when backs are turned? What happens when there is one person willing to risk their life to save another - and what happens when that life so happens to belong to Anastasia Nikolaevna Romanov, Russia's very last Grand Duchess...

ENTRY FOR OPEN NOVELLA 2023 PROMPT 11: A new business opens in a small town. The townspeople are intrigued by what is being offered by the business owners, and soon the town and its people begin to behave in unusual ways. Ever since the devastation of Hurricane Ida in New Orleans, Louisiana, Denny Martin dreams of a life of luxury and security for his family. What he wants is simple, money, enough to revive his father's marina business destroyed by the hurricane. Cursed as a high school dropout, Denny turns to a life of risk, involving himself and a group of others in the alcohol distribution business. Their customers, rich college students at the University of Tulane, hope to make sure Denny's dream comes true. Calling themselves the Dionysia, Denny, Mason, Caroline, and Freddie band together to create the best mixed drink, one that comes with unusual results. Hoping not to be caught by Sheriff Guidry and his policemen posse, Denny must also face terrible events that happen along the way. Will his dream come true, or will he end up behind prison bars? All rights reserved. Any attempt to copyright "Dionysia" will be met with legal action.

If you love the epic worldbuilding of 𝘓𝘖𝘛𝘙, the dark intrigue of 𝘎𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘛𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴, the monster-hunting grit of 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘳, and the soul-deep romance of 𝘖𝘶𝘵𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳, then this story is for you. --------------------------------- He's a battle-hardened knight; she's from the modern world. He survived horrors; she was shielded from them. His body and soul bear scars, but she still believes in wonders. He seeks redemption and peace, and she craves true love. Forgotten forests, cursed kingdoms, and a bond neither of them chose. Together, they must face ancient evils, unravel lost magic, and survive enemies in both shadow and light. Discover if love can truly banish the darkness in this thrilling, emotional tale! ⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎ "Omg... I've never been so invested in a story!" "The story is so captivating and engaging that I couldn't put it down." "The characters are incredibly well-developed!" "It reminds me of Tolkien's lost kingdoms and the mysterious allure of Arthurian and Celtic legends." *********************** 🏆 The Cliffhanger Queen by The Hidden Gem Awards 2024 ************************ 💎 FEATURED ON: @WackyWriters - "Our Judges' Favorites" @Romance - "Slow Burn" and "The Para-Romantasy Experience" @Fantasy - "Dark Fantasy" and "Serialized Spotlight" @highfantasy - "Fair Verona - Romantic Fantasy" @Ambassadors - "Para-Romantasy" @DaturaCommunity - "The Lavender | Fantasy" *********************** Highest Rankings: 🌟 #1 in Medieval Fantasy - 14/03/2025 🌟 #2 in Portal Fantasy - 05/11/2024 🌟 #2 in Gothic - 09/12/2025 🌟 #3 in Medieval - 02/12/2024 🌟 #4 in High Fantasy - 05/08/2024

- Book 1 of The Sky of Storms Series - "As storm clouds gather, a brave-hearted fawn shall shine through." Being the daughter of a rogue is hard, especially when his crime was murdering a Clan deputy. Everyone judges her wherever she goes... Everyone judges her every action... Dawnkit must fight her inward as well as outward demons to free herself of her father's shadow. StarClan has destined two young kits as soulmates from the moment of their birth, much to Dawnkit's confusion. It has been prophecied in the stars, the two kits from different Clans must remain together and one of them must save the Clans from what is to come. But what if Dawnkit isn't ready for this? What if she doesn't live up to StarClan's expectations? The adventure begins... now. WARNING: This novel may contain gore, dark themes, and triggering topics for certain viewers.

All Phyllon wanted was to hide away from the trouble surrounding the Royal Court and spend the season growing his father's merchant empire. However, the trouble from the Court follows him in the shape of a well-meaning but naive prince, whose inexperienced actions threaten to unbalance the already fragile political climate. In an attempt to save the prince from his naivety and political manipulation, he finds himself drawn into preventing a secessionist plot and helping the prince on his personal quest for a cure for his beloved.

*Whispers of the Tsar* unveils a poignant fanfiction set in the early 20th century, as Ottoman princess Hürrem Sultan is exiled to her grandmother's estate in Russia. There, she meets Tsar Nicholas II, and despite initial resistance, a forbidden and impossible love blossoms between them. Their romance unfolds amidst the grandeur and turmoil of the Russian court, where Nicholas's wife, Empress Alexandra, and his family complicate their budding relationship. Alexandra's insecurities and the court's scrutiny add layers of tension and complexity to their secret affair. The backdrop of impending World War I and the crumbling Russian Empire further heightens the stakes. As Nicholas and Hürrem attempt to escape their constrained fates, their love becomes a beacon of hope and sacrifice. They face treachery from those around them, navigate political and personal betrayals, and confront the harsh reality of a world on the brink of revolution. *Whispers of the Tsar* is a gripping tale of passionate love, profound sacrifice, and the struggle between duty and desire amid historical upheaval.

❛ matushka | 𝜗ৎ ❪ 𝒐𝒏𝒈𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒈 ❫ in which a princess from a small duchy is taken under the wing of the most powerful queen and falls for the heir of a rich and bloody empire. ❪ based on the life of princess alix of hesse ❫ ━━━━━━━━━━━━━ ❪ 2024 © careycore ❫