Chicago, 1947. They say the city never sleeps, but from where I stand, it doesn't just stay awake-it festers. The streets hum with life, from the crowded tenements to the smoke-filled clubs, but beneath the noise, there's always something darker. I've walked these streets long enough to know one thing: the truth is a slippery thing, and everyone's got their own version of it. The name's Adam Cole, detective with the Chicago Police Department. I didn't ask for this new role in Homicide-hell, I spent years avoiding it. Narcotics was messy, sure, but it wasn't this. The kind of cases we get here don't just stop at the victim. They spiral outward, touching lives, stirring whispers, and pulling you into places you'd rather not go. My new partner, Dawson, seems green-too lighthearted for this line of work. But maybe there's something behind her smile, something I haven't seen yet. Or maybe she'll get eaten alive by the weight of what's to come. Time will tell. All I know is, this city has a way of dragging you into its lies and making you follow them, whether you want to or not. My first case in Homicide is shaping up to be a tangle of deceit, with more questions than answers. But if there's one thing I've learned, it's this: the deeper you dig, the dirtier your hands get. And in a city like this, you'd better be ready to get filthy.

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Kayla Miles strayed where she wasn't supposed to and in the process, caught the attention of the leader of a group everyone feared. * * * " You shouldn't be close to any man who's not me" he said firmly making Kayla momentarily speechless. " Why? I'm not yours" she said Stubbornly. " You are" " No I'm not" He didn't say anything but she felt him move closer if that was even possible. She pressed her back against the door. He placed his hand on the wall by her head. " Jayden..." Kayla called under her breath. She was scared at how close they were. Especially since it was dark and she could see nothing. She wondered if he could even see her " Mhm?" Jayden replied as he lowered his face to her neck. ______________________ #1 lovable #1 human #10 vampire #4 mysterious #1 badboygoodgirl

#1 on RomanceFriendship In a world where love transcends time and reality, Aira wakes up with no memory of who she is-except for the haunting dreams of a boy named Raghav and a girl named Mily, a witch who plays with fate. Her heart races with questions: Who is Raghav, and why does he feel so familiar? What are these vivid memories of Mily, and what secrets does this mysterious connection hold? When love is cursed to travel across bodies, lives, and miles of forgotten memories, Aira must unravel the truth behind her identity and the heartbreaking romance that echoes through time. With a cat carrying more than a secret and a destiny that defies death itself, can Aira find a way to heal the past and follow the trail of love? **Updated every Sunday and Thursday** --- What you'll find inside: A love story that challenges fate Magical realism meets soul-transference Mystical secrets woven into romance Shocking twists that keep you on the edge Because some stories are destined to last forever, no matter how many lifetimes it takes.

Disclaimer : This is a complete work of fiction. Therefore, kindly don't consider it your ideal life if you like this book! Total Wordcount :~ 655,616 Sorry no spoilers here....this story has so many things that it is tough to write it down as a blurb. It has 96 chapters, therefore, in order to know about the story, you have to read it full. Achievements 🏅🏆 : ------------------ The Rose Competitions Awards Winner for Fantasy, hosted by @lucentmoons Winner in the Contest for Your Book Award, hosted by @master_5045 and @YeongDo5 Secured second place on the Passionate Story(Romance Story Contest), hosted by @master_5045 and @YeongDo5 Winner in the Echoes of Veil Contest, hosted by @YeongDo5 Winner in the Bookish Blitz Contest, hosted by @master_5045 and @YeongDo5 Winner in the Romance Category of The Rose Competition Awards, hosted by @lucentmoons

Nous sommes en 2077 et il n'en a pas conscience, mais la petite vie tranquille d'adolescent citadin de Hiro s'apprête à voler en éclats... Il est sur le point de vivre un moment charnière, le début d'un long périple qui le changera à jamais, aussi bien mentalement que physiquement. Le récit d'un voyage initiatique à travers l'existence, d'une adaptation à la survie dans un environnement nouveau et inconnu. Premier tome d'une série de romans science-fiction aventure. Il s'agit d'un roman écrit dans l'esprit d'un "light novel" japonais pour adulte plutôt jeune (sans illustrations). Pour celles et ceux qui aiment la science-fiction et la technologie, ainsi que l'aventure et la nature. Une histoire d'aventure sur fond de science-fiction, avec les nanotechnologies, l'IA, les modifications génétiques et plus encore. Un voyage qui, au fil des tomes, pourrait vous faire découvrir des lieux, des paysages ou des habitants étonnants. Une histoire au rythme d'une vie, avec des moments calmes et paisibles, et d'autres tumultueux. Cette roman d'aventure contient de l'action, qui vient régulièrement ponctuer des moments charnières de l'histoire. Cependant il s'agit avant tout d'aventure se déroulant dans un univers de science-fiction. Pour le dire autrement, ce récit s'adresse plutôt à de jeunes adultes mais pas à celles et ceux avant tout intéressé(e)s par les scènes de combats. Je pense que pour beaucoup, action ne signifie par forcément combat, mais je préfère le mentionner, car si vous cherchez une histoire avec une abondance de combats, vous ne pourrez qu'être déçu(e). Ce premier tome contient 30 chapitres déjà écrits et l'histoire comporte plusieurs tomes. (Chaque chapitre pourrait toutefois subir encore des modifications après publication, notamment selon vos retours éventuels.) Note : Wattpad comptabilise les vues de l'auteur comme celles d'un lecteur, le nombre est donc gonflé. J'espère que vous apprécierez le roma

In a war over the food court, an eager barista battles the confident competitor--and her own heart. *** Young barista Cora Chun takes pride in being a Cool Bean, even after years without a promotion. So when Farron Kam, the younger assistant manager of the competing smoothie shop, flaunts her hatred for her job, Cora is determined to crush her to a pulp. What she doesn't expect is for Farron to take her up on the challenge. With that declaration of war, the two begin a battle over the food court: who can serve the most customers, who can close up the fastest, who can grab the last loaf of bread at the supermarket... But as the rivalry begins to blend with romance, Cora has to decide if she is fighting a battle over beverages, or one over her own heart. *** NOW SERVING: ✓ Sapphic workplace rivals-to-lovers ✓ Genderfluid love interest (with a cool tattoo) (and a motorcycle) ✓ First love and found family ✓ Opposites attract with a height difference ✓ PUNS GALORE FEATURED: ★ @FreeTheLGBT Pride Awards 2024 - Second Place ★ @Ambassadors Ambassador Reads, @ChickLit Serialized Spotlight, @ContemporaryLit, @lgbtq Word Count: +90k Genres: Contemporary Romance, Romcom, Comedy, New Adult ☆ This story is only available on Wattpad by @laurendoubleu

Enno, the Lord of Kaeshana, plans on building a haunted park on his territory, in hopes of attracting commerce and travelers to his land. However, he is about to realize that building a haunted park comes with a different set of challenges compared to regular infrastructure projects. As he gets embroiled in entanglements, he personally takes charge of building the haunted park, on which he pins his dominion's hopes. Trigger warning: bloody fight scenes and torture October 22, 2024: Diamond in the September 30-Day Challenge!

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