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From the Ashes by LeeraIvy
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In a land ravaged by war and destruction, it's not uncommon to find orphans and wanderers with no set path and little knowledge of themselves. Morana is no exception. Her life has been one of inconsistency, moving from place to place every few years, always trying to keep ahead of an unknown danger. But she can't hide forever, and danger is quickly closing in. When a brutal attack leaves Morana alone and on the run, she has no choice but to search for answers, both about herself and about the Dark Lord pursuing her. Her only clue leads her to someone who may have the answers she seeks, but can she trust one who was created by her enemy? Time is running out for everyone and the end of an age approaches. Morana will either rise from the ashes or find herself in a grave beneath them. Warning: This book, while being a work of fiction, still deals with real and mature elements. There will be chapters dealing with abuse, gore, PTSD, images of torture, sexual content, and other topics which some might find triggering. {The Phoenix Duology} "From the Ashes, I" "Born of Flames, II" {Additional Asterrian Saga Books} "Threads of Fate", prequel "Two Cursed Souls", sequel *UNSOLICITED CRITICS MAY BE MUTED* see bio Completed March 6, 2024
The Kingdom Of Ruin by SharnaeBennett
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The Kingdom of Ruin Book One of the Ruined Realms Saga For over a century, Ria has lived in the Mortal Realm-hidden from the crown that once was hers, and from the male who stole it. When a deadly encounter forces her into the hands of a silent, ink-marked warrior with a power darker than legend, everything begins to shift. Now making her way across the fractured lands of Elyndor-the land of the Fae-Ria must navigate ancient kingdoms, twisted alliances, and a world that she no longer remembers-but one that may still need her. As secrets surface and enemies draw closer, she's pulled toward a fate written in blood and flame... and toward a bond she never expected. Her heart is pulled in two directions and yet there is only one path. In a realm where trust is dangerous and power is never given freely, Ria must decide what she's willing to become to reclaim what was taken. And who she's willing to make a deal with, even if it means trusting the most feared King Elyndor has ever known. *********************** "She is the key to a forgotten throne. He is the weapon no one dares name." "In a realm of fire and lies, only the shadows remember the truth." "He isn't fire. He's something worse. And he just chose her." "She's the heir to a kingdom. He's the end of one." "Power like his was meant to be buried. But fate has other plans."
The Tale of Ezran - Book One by ChassityTanner
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Devastated by her race falling to ruins, a young woman heads out to the one civilization that seems to be thriving. What she finds there is a monarchy driven by dominant men, war and power. Will our champion survive this war-crazed society and rise to the top to pave a new civilization of compassion & equality or will she fall into the jaws of complacency? Will she find love or be forced to marry for survival? Follow her story to find out if she can overcome her past, survive her present and thrive to make her future better. Book One is now complete. Stay tuned for Book Two: The Tale Continues . . . This is a work of fiction. All names, characters, places, events and incidents in this book are the product of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.
The Breath of Aethriel: A Crown of Storms by MBarker
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Content Warning (18+): This book contains explicit, graphic sexual content, including scenes and references to sexual assault, as well as graphic violence and gore. Intended for readers aged 18 and over. Please read at your own discretion. She ran from a crown-straight into a storm that chose her. BOOK ONE of The Breath of Aethriel Princess SerΓ©tha has spent her life being polished, paraded, and prepared to become a political sacrifice - a sacred "union" meant to bind kingdoms under the gods' gaze. But on the eve of her fate being sealed, SerΓ©tha runs. The wilds beyond the palace are not freedom - they are hunger, cruelty, and the kind of darkness stories never warn you about. And SerΓ©tha isn't just being hunted by men who believe they own her... she's being pulled toward something she doesn't understand - something old, forbidden, and waking inside her blood. A thief with too much charm. A prince with a devotion sharp enough to cut. A world ruled by gods who do not forgive. SerΓ©tha wanted a choice. Now she has one - and it might burn Aethriel to the bone.
Throne & Ruin - The Unseen Series [Book 2] by Alexandra-Lovely
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Power has a price and Emma Deveraux is done pretending she won't pay it. With kingdoms on the brink of war and alliances hanging by a thread, her next move could determine the fate of them all. But war demands more than strategy, it demands sacrifice. And when the dead begin to rise at her command, Emma must decide what kind of queen she's willing to become. Caught between two powerful princes, one who knows her past and the who dares to change her future, Emma must navigate betrayal, ancient power, and a legacy written in ruin.
Crown & Blade - The Unseen Series [Book 1] by Alexandra-Lovely
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Lady Emma Deveraux was never meant to be a pawn. Raised in the shadows of Brithmar's court, she has spent her life treading carefully and keenly aware that duty comes before desire. But when King Aldric demands she present herself as a potential bride for the visiting princes of Caeleon, Emma's world turns upside down. Beneath the court's opulent facade, secrets fester, and hidden texts whisper of hidden magic. A childhood friendship-fractured by time and duty-threatens to unravel everything she's built for herself. Now thrown into the treacherous game of royal politics, Emma is caught between the expectations of her mother, the weight of a crown that isn't hers, and the quiet rebellion stirring in her own heart. As the dutiful Prince Bennett of Brithmar and the enigmatic Eldest Prince of Caeleon step into her life, Emma must navigate a battlefield where love and power are weapons, and every choice has consequences. The line between loyalty and betrayal is razor-thin, and the wrong move could cost her everything. The Unseen Series [Book 1]
πš‚πš πš’πšπšŒπš‘πšŽπš βœ” by Jessthebatnerd
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*π‘©π’π’π’Œ 𝑢𝒏𝒆 π’Šπ’ 𝑻𝒉𝒆 π‘ͺπ’π’–π’“π’•π’Šπ’π’ˆ π’”π’†π’“π’Šπ’†π’”* π‘ͺπ’π’Žπ’‘π’π’†π’•π’†π’…-π‘©π’†π’Šπ’π’ˆ π‘¬π’…π’Šπ’•π’†π’… I felt his warm breath as it caressed my ear, causing a shiver to crawl down my spine as he whispered, "So it seems you have been having quite the time with my brother tonight, Miss Beckett." I looked up horrified to meet his cold blue eyes as they peered down at me, the corners of his mouth curled slightly, revealing some of his beautifully white teeth. "I beg your forgiveness, My prince. I did not mean to offend you by accepting your brother's invitation to dance." I swallowed hard, trying to fight the lump of fear that had started to build in my throat, "I did not think I was allowed to decline." Prince Thomas let out a little chuckle, "Oh, I am not mad at you, Emma." I shivered when my name left his lips, "You have just piqued my interest, that is all." 𝑭𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒅 π’‡π’Šπ’—π’† π’•π’Šπ’Žπ’†π’” π’Šπ’ πŸπŸŽπŸπŸ‘ After the King of Myrce announces the commencement of a new event called the Courting, where nobles are summoned to compete against one another for a chance to wed a chosen member of the royal family, for some unknown reason Emma's parents demand she attend in her sister's stead. Thinking they have her on a tight leash, she is instructed not to seduce the prince and return home after making it to the final five. However, after enduring years of abuse and longing for freedom, Emma has other plans. She intends to win and by any means necessary.
Rediscovering Love by HHarrisAuthor
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Carmella 'Ella' Camden, a curious and intelligent young woman, dreams of finding love and companionship. Despite her beauty and wit, she constantly feels overlooked by noble men during her social seasons, who only seem interested in her friends and relatives. Losing hope, Ella resigns herself to the life of a spinster. Meanwhile, Jeremiah 'Jeremy' Morvall, Duke of Darlington, returns to England after traveling for business, being left no choice he has to find a lady to shoo away the eager ladies and their mothers. Fate brings Jeremy and Ella together at a grand ball, where Ella seeks solace in the Duke's library, surrounded by books that have always been her faithful companions. Little does she know that Jeremy instantly becomes captivated by her enchanting presence. However, Ella's past experiences have left her feeling unworthy of such attention, and she dismisses Jeremy's interest as nothing more than a fleeting curiosity. As Jeremy persistently pursues Ella's affections, the walls around her heart begin to crumble. But can Ella overcome her insecurities and allow herself to believe in love once more? Will Jeremy's true motives be exposed, or will he prove himself to be a genuine and devoted suitor? "Rediscovering Love" is a heartwarming historical romance that explores themes of self-discovery, overcoming past disappointments, and finding love when least expected. Readers will be swept away on a journey filled with tender moments, unexpected twists, and the undeniable power of true love. #1 IN SEASON - 05TH MARCH 2025 #1 IN HISTORICAL - 18TH JUNE 2024 #2 IN HISTORICAL - 31ST OCTOBER 2024
Before He Was Mine (Before Series, Book 2) by amelierhys
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Lady Emilia Shepard loved Lord Trotten--before he left her. Before he ruined her. Years later, can she forgive him when the truth behind his actions comes to light? ***** Emilia Shepard is a wallflower. Or rather, she was, until she met Will Graham--Lord Trotten--in a London ballroom one blustery evening. And because he saw her when no else did, she couldn't help falling in love with him. But then he left her. Ruined her. And she swore she'd always hate him. Now, years later, the two of them reconnect when they become embroiled in a plot to save England from a treacherous king. A king who, unbeknownst to Emilia, blackmailed Will into breaking off his engagement with her. But once she learns the truth, can she bring herself to forgive him after everything he's done? Or will his attempts to win her back be too little, too late? -SECOND BOOK IN THE BEFORE SERIES, SEQUEL TO BEFORE SHE RULED- [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]] [Spice Off Awards, Historical Fiction, 1st place] Cover designed by Holly Thurston
All I Need βœ”οΈ by Chronically-Chaotic
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"You're playing with fire Safania." "Good thing I don't burn." The last words he spoke before throwing me onto my bed sounded like a threat, but felt more like a promise. "You will." *** Don't get caught. Those are the three words Safania has lived by for the past five years. As a marked woman - easily identified by intricate bronze marks on her back and unpredictable special abilities - she has spent the past five years running from anyone who might exploit those abilities...especially the royal families who tortured marked women to build their empires. Starving, exhausted, and frozen, she collapses by the bank of a river just to wake up in her worst nightmare: the chambers of a prince. Prince Cassius is his father's first choice of his three brothers to ascend to the throne. He's smart, strategic, and stoic, unlike his corrupt and depraved brothers. There's just one problem: he has no interest in any of his proposed marital matches, and the King will only pick someone as his successor who he knows will carry on the family line. But once he meets Safania, he finds himself unable to imagine ruling the kingdom without her by his side. Can he convince her to trust him? *** Warning: this story contains mature and potentially triggering themes including domestic violence and sexual assault. Reader discretion is advised.