The world is watching the show. But they're missing the real performance. To the fans, Malachi Barton has it all: a sold-out tour, a rising career, and the "perfect" relationship with Kylie. They are the golden couple of the industry-documented in every TikTok, every headline, and every front-row seat. But behind the velvet curtains, the script is falling apart. Malachi is playing a part he never auditioned for. He's dating Kylie to drown out the noise of his own heart, trying to convince himself that the girl on his arm is the one he wants-while his eyes are constantly searching for the one girl he can't have. Freya Skye was supposed to just be a co-star, a friend, a tour mate. But every shared glance in the wings and every "accidental" touch during soundcheck makes the lie harder to maintain. She knows Malachi belongs to her best friend's circle, but she also knows the way he looks at her when the cameras stop flashing. Then there's Malia. Kylie's best friend, Malachi's "sister" figure, and the girl who has been keeping her own secrets for years. She's determined to protect Kylie's relationship-mostly because if Malachi isn't with Kylie, she wants him for herself. On this tour, the music is loud, but the whispers are louder. In a world of choreographed dances and staged romances, the truth is the only thing that isn't on the setlist. One stage. Four hearts. A thousand lies. Who will be left standing when the lights go down?

"In a city built on blood, Freya Skye thought she was the one holding the blade. But Malachi Barton doesn't want her crown-he wants her compliance. When the lights go out in Manhattan, the only rule left is his voice."

Two empires. One throne. No mercy. Freya Skye is the "Ice Queen" of the London underground-a woman who built a kingdom on silence and sharp steel. She doesn't bow, she doesn't break, and she certainly doesn't belong to anyone. But when a high-stakes deal brings her face-to-face with Malachi Barton, the ruthless, silver-tongued heir to the New York Syndicate, the ice begins to crack. Malachi doesn't just want her territory; he wants the woman behind the crown. He's a man used to total submission, and he's decided that Freya will be his greatest prize. He'll strip away her titles until there's nothing left but her breath against his skin. He'll teach her that in his world, she isn't the boss-she's his. Freya thought she was untouchable. Malachi is about to prove her wrong. She can fight it all she wants, but by the end, she'll be the one begging to wear his mark... and calling him "Daddy." "In this game, Freya, you either rule by my side or crumble at my feet. Which will it be?"

Freya Skye and Malachi Barton are the reigning sweethearts-the couple everyone envies. They share a chemistry that is electric, a bond that is unbreakable, and a friend group that forms the untouchable inner circle of the senior class. Everything is normal, down to the constant arguments over cafeteria food and the relentless stress of college applications. But nothing is ever normal for long. The whispers begin when an anonymous, menacing phone call shatters the quiet life of a fellow student. Inspired by the classic, chilling tropes of horror movies and true-crime podcasts, a masked killer begins a bloody campaign, targeting Northwood students based on a mysterious set of 'rules.' This is not a story about ghosts or monsters. This story is inspired by the iconic, self-aware world of Scream, where everyone is a suspect, and knowing the horror rules is the only thing that might keep you alive-or make you the next victim. As the body count rises, Freya, Malachi, and their friends-Arianna, Walker, McKenna, Mason, Noah, and Kylie-are plunged into a terrifying whodunit. They must navigate betrayal, false accusations, and escalating paranoia while trying to uncover who is hiding behind the chilling mask. But as the pressure mounts and the killer keeps circling closer to their inner circle, the group must face a horrifying possibility: What if the one person you trust most is the one person holding the knife? In a town where every smile is a performance and every secret is deadly, the greatest danger might not be the killer they don't know, but the people they think they do.

endgame: ??? The Velvet Line is a high-stakes modeling competition led by the ultimate style queen, Lady Gaga, and set across four intense fashion seasons: The New Romantic, FutureShock Techwear, Global Street Style, and Avant-Garde Deconstruction. Ten young models-including best friends and dating couples-live together in luxury apartments, forced to share a single bed, turning their professional rivalry into personal chaos. The drama centers on the complex web of love and competition: established couples like Mason/McKenna and Arianna/Noah try to hold on, while Embreigh and Cesar struggle to define their confusing "more-than-friends" status. The central tension, however, belongs to the close, flirtatious best friends, Freya and Malachi, whose shared apartment pushes them past the velvet line of friendship. Malia Baker, known for her kindness and natural warmth, watches this intense dynamic unfold, slowly realizing her own hidden feelings for Malachi, which puts her in quiet but painful competition with her own best friend, Freya.

Eighteen-year-old Malachi Barton is soccer royalty: Captain, best player, and reigning king of the high school dating scene. His reputation as "The Player" precedes him, ensuring he gets exactly what he wants-which, judging by the camp's population, is currently everyone. Freya Skye is his equal and opposite. The fiercely competitive volleyball captain shares his legendary stamina and his reputation as a player, valuing independence over commitment. When they arrive at the elite summer training camp, the rules of their game change. Everyone is vying for Malachi, except Freya. Everyone wants Freya, except Malachi. They are two of a kind, determined to prove they don't need or want the other, even as proximity and competition force them into a tense, undeniable orbit. In a summer of forced collaboration, bets, and relentless rivalry, how long can two athletic titans resist the one person who truly sees their game?

𝑭𝒓𝒆𝒚𝒂 𝒔𝒌𝒚𝒆 starts the new school year at a new school in a completely different country. After a rough year at her old school, her parents decided to it was time for something new. Everything goes well until she suddenly meets 𝒎𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒉𝒊 𝒃𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒐𝒏. He is known for being cold to everyone and having the biggest anger issues. But with Freya? Then he was a whole different person.

Sixteen-year-old Freya Skye has everything the world thinks she wants-fame, fortune, and millions of fans who know every lyric she's ever written. She's the girl in the spotlight, the voice on the radio, the face on every magazine cover. But after a messy, very public breakup with her longtime boyfriend in Miami, Freya's family makes a fresh start in Los Angeles. To her, it's a chance to hide the cracks behind the perfect image. To everyone else at her new school, she's untouchable. Everyone, except Malachi Barton. Malachi has grown up in LA, surrounded by basketball, family legacy, and his close-knit group of friends. He doesn't have time for celebrity drama-he doesn't even know who Freya is when she shows up in her sleek Range Rover and sends the whole school into a frenzy. To him, she's just the new girl who looks like she's carrying secrets too heavy for someone her age. Freya is used to people loving the idea of her, not the real her. But with Malachi-and his friends, protective Kamri, hilarious MK, fangirl Dara, artistic Malia, stylish Kylie, and theatrical Joshua-she finds something she's never had before: a chance at being normal. A chance to laugh without cameras watching. A chance to be herself. But the past doesn't stay buried for long. Between paparazzi headlines, whispers at school, and the shadow of her ex, Freya has to decide if letting someone in is worth the risk. And Malachi must face what it means to fall for a girl whose world could pull him into the spotlight whether he wants it or not. A love story about healing, trust, and the courage to be seen-not as the world sees you, but as you truly are.

When Freya Skye moves from London to Los Angeles, she expects big changes-new home, new school, and new friends. What she doesn't expect is that her next-door neighbor is Malachi Barton: charming, kind, and entirely impossible to ignore. From awkward introductions to late-night conversations, the two form an instant connection that quickly blossoms into something neither of them can ignore. With the support of their friends-Kylie, Dara, Malia, and MK-they navigate the ups and downs of teenage life: school drama, talent shows, and first love. But life isn't always perfect. Secrets, misunderstandings, and challenges test their bond, and when Freya faces a life-altering accident, everything changes. As Freya and Malachi fight to hold onto each other, they discover what it truly means to love and live fully-even in the face of heartbreak. Next Door to You is a story about first love, friendship, courage, and the moments that make life unforgettable.

Whilst Victor is walking on Rayburn beach with Vargas and Vera, he comes across his girlfriend Nova. She looks different, not her usual self. Nova is currently going through the grief of her mother's death which happened a few months ago. Things have been tough for her and when Victor finds her on the beach and realises just how much she's struggling, he makes a promise to himself that he will keep her safe and most importantly keep an eye on her. If you haven't read my first book, I recommend you read that first as it has the same characters but a new plot. This is a Nova and Victor story from zombies 4. Warning: if you get triggered by self-harm mentions, grief of a loved one and swearing, this book isn't for you. I hope you enjoy ❤️