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The Skeleton Queen by Carlos_G_Peralta
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In the lands of Europa, the unpredictable magic of necromancy had been banned by every kingdom. However, a rebellious queen in Span defies the edict by summoning an army of the undead to wreak havoc on the living. Her wicked magic also siphons the nourishment of Europa's fertile lands. With urgency, the kingdoms send their finest warriors and mages to kill the necromancer noble...only for them to never return. The desperation has the kingdom of Engla send their last two hopes: Garth, a battle-hardened knight and William, a blind but powerful bard with a golden voice. During their journey, personal motivations are revealed. One seeks glory, while the other seeks vengeance. Will their goals be enough to help them overcome the Skeleton Queen or will they also fall to her magic? 2nd Place Winner in Fantasy; 2023 Lovely Valentine Awards ***Cover art done by @AdrielleReina
The Mafiosa's Thorn by Carlos_G_Peralta
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Ever since her husband's tragic passing, Bianca Petali has continued his legacy as boss of the Petali Organization. A ruthless mafia engaged in racketeering, drugs, guns, and insurance. She, along with the Triad and other rival organizations, meet to maintain hold of New York without stepping on each other's toes. After a surprising announcement, she comes across Rafael. A humble florist who gives her something missing from her usual lifestyle. Their paths crash into each other again unraveling his secret that ties their lives together like a bouquet. Cover made by @JSPRomComs
Nail in the Coffin by Carlos_G_Peralta
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Curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back. A quote that Officer Imani Jefferson lives by solving each case like a puzzle. Anything that was out of the norm became a fascination towards the truth. After a tragic incident she leaked, she transferred to the Bronx to try and escape that freezing hell. Her cheating ex only added to it. Uncovering a rare homicide in the Bronx leads her to a person of interest: Enzo Ramirez. A day walking vampire who enjoys consuming baskets of garlic bread for his magical requirement. The more he talked, the more her heart wanted to take control. Her heart leads her into a secret war that she didn't expect. Along with a blossoming trust between her and the mysterious vampire who surprises her at every turn.
Behind the mask by JehvonneWhite
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Victoria worked for the fbi. Going from military to college back to the military before joining the fbi force. Through all this she hasn't taken a single day off of work for years. But her boss decided she needed to leaving her no choice. She decided to go to a bed and breakfast in a gorgeous house in the middle of the woods. Not knowing what lay beyond the house walls. What would she uncover ? More importantly, would she stay here for eternity?