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Ever So Lightly- Book 1 by paisleypikachu
Ever So Lightly- Book 1
paisleypikachu
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{COMPLETED} The stars disappeared seventeen years ago. A black night sky has mirrored a bleak existence for the people of Auros. The Gifted, humans with unique abilities to affect the world around them, have all but become extinct thanks to the dark reign of a usurper. And somehow Zephyr Elvy has managed to live her nineteen years in the blissful quiet of a small town next to the sea. Zephyr has always been content to keep to herself, and happy to live a simple, if uneventful, life. If only the universe had that in mind for her. Forced to flee the only place she has ever called home, Zephyr finds herself running through a world she has only ever read about, along with two soldiers who have deserted their posts to keep their consciences clean. With only a letter and a mysterious weapon as clues to why she's being hunted, Zephyr must face her own fears while discovering a whole new world of terrors at the hands of a queen she knows next to nothing about. Having never risked anything her entire life, Zephyr is forced to choose between apathy or action, hiding and keeping to herself, as she has always done, or taking a leap that could change the world she is just now getting to see. ***** Thank you SO MUCH for reading! I'm updating every Monday until this story is done, and I've been sitting on this one for almost three years so I'm really excited to finish it! I don't have any beta readers for this as I write, so please let me know if you notice anything, and I mean ANYTHING, that needs fixing! :)
A Fifth Daughter: The Dragon Fame by JJHays
A Fifth Daughter: The Dragon Fame
JJHays
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This is just if you're interested in my road to fame. Basically it's my bragging rights. So, if you don't like other people bragging about themselves (or in this case the books I've written), don't even look twice. There is no story to this, just dates and numbers. Oh, and Fun Facts. You've got to have those. There are also Character Birthdays, although that hasn't been put up yet. Enjoy your Reality.
A Fifth Daughter [Book 1: The Dragon Rider] by JJHays
A Fifth Daughter [Book 1: The Dragon Rider]
JJHays
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A MODERN MEDIEVAL FANTASY #3 in Fantasy |Book 1 of the Fifth Daughter Trilogy| When darkness arises and the world of Fantasy is in danger of being destroyed, the Dragon Riders are the first to show up. Fire and fang, sword and shaft, meet the enemy head on and the wars don't end until the enemy is disbanded. It's not a pretty business, but it must be done to secure the lives of every creature within Fantasy. There are two Rider schools - over thousands of Riders and dragons - and Smoke Green is one of them, no matter how much she dislikes the idea and the heights. Her fate has been chosen, even if she doesn't want it. With a vacant father, a mother who has too many secrets, four older sisters, an older brother, and a three minute older, annoying twin brother, Smoke isn't expected to be much more than a hometown girl of Folklore; who will get a boring desk job and never leave home. But then the Sage of the Burrows proclaims her a Dragon Rider and a Fifth Daughter and Smoke's life changes stories - literally. Moving from Folklore to Legend, Smoke is taught that fears can be conquered and villains do have a hunger for power. She also learns she might just have the power this villain is after. She makes friends: Something she didn't know she could do, she finds her dragon: Someone she didn't know even existed, and she learns her past: Something she didn't know was so complicated. But when rebellions begin to break out across the globe; the world of Fantasy is once again put in danger and the Dragon Riders might not be able to save their home this time around. Especially, when the enemy is from one of their own royal families; once thought incinerated, and his accomplice might just be Smoke's long thought dead father. In this first book of the Fifth Daughter Trilogy, J.J. wants you to forget everything you think you know of mythology and open your mind to a new kind of fantasy. Started: 03.25.15 Restarted: 11.29.16 Completed: 03.01.17
A Fifth Daughter [Book 2: The Dragon Warrior] by JJHays
A Fifth Daughter [Book 2: The Dragon Warrior]
JJHays
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A MODERN MEDIEVAL FANTASY #31 in Fantasy |Book 2 of the Fifth Daughter Trilogy| Davenport has returned to take over Fantasy and the Riders are dispatched under the command; 'kill or be killed.' It's a fight to the death war; no surrendering and no prisoners. The flags of Legend and Lore have joined, the Demons are rallied, and Smoke is on a mission. Reports have arrived from all over Fantasy. Vampires are being defanged and Fairy Dust collect-ed. But there are no real leads. No definite answer as to who is killing these creatures and no one knows where all the stolen objects are being taken or what they are used for. Taking the well-known name of an assassin and thief; Sinder Zane, Smoke goes undercover to find out the truth behind all the bad stuff going on in the background of the real battle. What she finds, though, could change everything. When Cai is taken, Smoke will do anything and everything to get him back, even betray her own knowledge of what is right. She's not a leader. She's not a queen. She's just a girl wanting a normal life and everyone who underestimates that could find themselves at the sharp point of her sword. Starting in Fairy Tale, kidnapped to Graceland, Smoke travels to Urban, and then to the heart of Red Peak, where the story of Fantasy could very well end. Smoke and Cai are back to test the boundaries of not just their bond to each other, but also Smoke's with her friends and family; to her country. During a challenging time and broken relationships; friendships will be tested and lives lost in the second book of the Fifth Daughter Trilogy. Started: 08.26.16 Restarted: 10.04.16 Completed: 02.06.17
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The Dragon Rider [Fantasy Chronicles] by JJHays
The Dragon Rider [Fantasy Chronicles]
JJHays
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This is about a girl and her Dryngia. A boy and his power. A queen and her control. This is not a love-franchise. This is not your typical Dryngia story. There's a girl and there's her Dryngia. And because of those two facts, there's a boy and there's his power. And because of all that, there's a queen and there's her control. They do not exist without each other. They do not understand without the stupidity of the other. This is not your normal world. This is not your normal book. ~ In the world of Fantasy, where Fifth Daughters are Dryngia Riders and Seventh Sons breathe fire, Smoke Green is trying to hide. Her history, her lineage, her past, all factors needing to be kept secret from everyone to protect herself and what family she has left. During a time of war, Smoke is taught that fears can be conquered and villains aren't always what they first seem. Her courage will be tested, her friendships stretched thin, and a little boy will make the whole thing even more complicated. Then there's the whole matter with a Dryngia and a queen. Throw in some power and control issues, and there's the recipe for Smoke's Dryngia Rider experiences. The Dragon Rider will test your knowledge of mythology and open your eyes to a new kind of fantasy, if only you have ears to listen and a mind to comprehend. Started: 01.06.18
Aethernea : Soulbound [Book 1] by CloeDFrost
Aethernea : Soulbound [Book 1]
CloeDFrost
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[Best Fantasy Story Winner at Fiction Awards 2016] In a world where everyone can use magic, Kiel is a non-mage - until he makes a deal that would change his life forever. A deal that ultimately pulls him into a web of lies, ancient riddles, and fatal secrets, where one wrong step could bring his untimely demise. Blurb In a world where everyone can use magic, where treasure hunters, alchemists, and warlocks are common professions, and where mage duels are the most popular form of entertainment, Kiel is a non-mage-a person who doesn't have the aptitude to use magic on regular basis - until he meets Elaru-a spell breaker of mysterious origin, wielder of the fabled 'Aethernea of Sight' - eyes that can see magic, who claims she can give him the power to become the greatest mage world of Halnea has ever seen. Coerced into binding his soul to hers, Kiel finds himself pulled into a web of secrets, where one wrong step could end in his untimely demise. Who, or what is Elaru Wayvin really? What is her relation to the ruling 15 noble mage families? What is the source of The Ink - a mysterious plague spreading through the continent? What is the Aetherneal bond between them and what has it turned them into? What is the truth behind gods and divine magic? Why has the third race of Halnea-the Ascended, mysteriously disappeared, and what is the connection between the remaining two races? In the search for truth, Kiel and Elaru enroll at the most prestigious University of Magic. Yet, between awkward social events, falling in love, thrilling competitions, blood curling battles, irritating peers, and damnable love rivals, there is little time for studying. And as if avoiding sinister plots from all sides wasn't difficult enough, their new detestable mentor takes them on a voyage into the uncharted forbidden zone filled with unspeakable secrets, ancient riddles, man-eating monsters, and deadly traps. A quest that just might end up changing the fate of the entire world.
The Dragon's Heir [Beta][Complete] by SnowInParadise
The Dragon's Heir [Beta][Complete]
SnowInParadise
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COMPLETE #1 in Fantasy #1 in Adventure #1 in Historical Fiction ---------- Sometimes, believing helps us to see truth. Other times, we need a little evidence to believe. But there is truth behind everything; every false manoeuvre, ever little lie...a small piece of truth is hidden. Just like truth is wound into legends too. Growing up best friend to the future King, Arabelle never really thought her life could go wrong. Whenever she wanted something, or needed something, she would get it. Then she lost her father at a young age and Arabelle was forced into a world of dresses, balls, and lies. Being a tomboy, Arabelle would have rather been out on her horse doing archery practice with her brothers. When Arabelle gets curious and sneaks into a forbidden area of the castle, she discovers a deadly secret: her bloodline is sacred, dating back to a legend surrounded by the one thing she knows not to be true. Unsure what to do, she gets caught up in a series of events that lead to her being hidden and whisked away from the only familiar place she knew. After making some unlikely allies, Arabelle sets off on a journey to find the legend of the last dragon egg. Fate has something big in store for her; will she be able to withstand the pressure of it all?There is one thing Arabelle needs to learn to survive this new place... Some things are more than a legend. ---------- © Isabella Espe 2013 - 2019 This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents either are the product of the author's imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events, or locales is entirely coincidental. This work is unedited. Your patience and leniency towards any grammatical or spelling errors is requested while you read this story. This story was written in 2013, and the author knows there are a lot of errors in this work. Thank you for understanding. ---------- Credit to @Abyss-of-Crazy for the cover!
The Dragon Bond by wilsonsoftball
The Dragon Bond
wilsonsoftball
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Set during the medieval times, dragons have become a rare sight. When the king's dragon lays an egg, King Nicholas orders the capture of its bond mate. Ariana was born bonded to a dragon named Fuego. The two of them grow up together and learn their unusual abilities while hiding out from the king. But one day an attack from another kingdom leaves Ariana an orphan and she is sent to the castle to learn more about her abilities and to train for war. Not only does Ariana have the privilege of sleeping in a luxurious master sweet but she also gains the affections of a handsome knight. The only problem is Prince Alan and his distaste for Ariana. With the threat of war, Prince Alan and Ariana have to put aside their differences and train their dragons to save their kingdom.
The Dragon Queen's Heir [book one] by xAmberLynnWriterx
The Dragon Queen's Heir [book one]
xAmberLynnWriterx
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"And the fifth Rider is . . ." * Princess Ashlyn Rehlia of Nightshorne wants escape. Since the assassination of her father six years ago, she's been her mother's slave, barred from the outside world. But this year, she plans to change that by attending the Selecting, the ceremony that chooses the kingdom's newest dragon-riders-in-training. The only problem: her mother refuses to let her attend, forcing Ash to think of a creative solution. When Ash finally escapes her mother, she is offered the chance of a lifetime, a chance she can't possibly ignore. But when secrets arise, identities are revealed, and the very nature of the world hangs in the balance, Ash finds herself right in the middle of it all, the deciding factor in an equation she doesn't fully understand. For star's sake, she just wanted a simple life. How hard could it be? BOOK ONE OF THE ROYAL DRAGONS DUOLOGY REWRITING/UPDATES THURSDAYS Amazing cover by @storms_and_seas! HIGHEST RANKS: #19 in Fantasy on 6/22/18 #2 in High Fantasy on 5/10/18 #1 in Dragon Rider on 5/31/18 #5 in Magic on 8/3/18 #1 in Dragon on 8/16/18 Reached 1k reads on July 3, 2017 Reached 10k reads on October 20, 2017 Reached 100k reads on July 30, 2018 Reached 200k reads on December 11th, 2018 Reached 300k reads on December 28th, 2021 *Featured on the Doctor Who official profile!* Second place in Animal Fiction ~ The Wolf Awards
The Marking by beautifullybrutal
The Marking
beautifullybrutal
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*Completed* *Unedited* With every step he took towards me, I took one back until I hit the edge of his bed. A deep growl rumbled from his throat and I tried to make myself smaller in hopes that he would leave me alone. Being a human, I stood no chance against this beast in front of me. He would tear me apart. His muscles rippled with ease from underneath his shirt; his stance towered over me; his eyes colored with darkness; and I knew he was struggling to keep his wolf contained. "Kitten, don't act all scared. This is what you wanted, isn't it? You've always fantasized about what it would be like to be with a beast like me." His hand approached me slowly and then brushed my hip. I gasped. His teeth grazed my neck and I unconsciously leaned my head away, so he could have more room. "Answer me!" he growled. My chest furiously moved up and down as I tried to calm myself. I shook my head. "Well, Kitten, you're MINE. Whether you like it or not." From a very young age, Mae has been told by her father to stay away from werewolves. They were too rough, too dangerous for humans, but she always had a fascination with them. Damon was the Alpha of the Night Bane pack and he was exactly what Mae's father told her he would be - rough and dangerous. *Not my cover art @ Jojoesart