When someone dies mysteriously during a Psych experiment, Rhiannon becomes enmeshed in a conspiracy that includes both the survivors and the killer. ***** Short on cash, Rhiannon Ford signs up to take part in a social psychology experiment based on group think. But when a participant dies under mysterious circumstances, and the story surrounding that death seems mired in conflicting lies, she's quickly drawn into a web of conspiracies that merge urban legends, rivalries, and the very psychological principle the test was about. When everyone is lying, how can Rhiannon find the truth? ***** [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]]

"I would prefer not to hurt you, but I will if I need to." They said. I felt cold metal on my neck moving lightly against my skin. My emotions were a wreck, I felt anger, fear, and adrenaline all within me at once. But I knew I was not going to die today. Let them think I want this, I'll play into their delusions, and work towards the best plan of escape. Someone had to know I was missing, so now I would just have to start the long game. ************************************************ *Trigger warning: some scenes contain mention or detail related to sensitive topics. Story is rated mature for the mentioned topics* #1 in editing 5/23/2019 #9 in scary 7/10/2019 #11 in pride 1/10/2021 #27 in stalker 5/9/2019 #40 in fiction 1/22/2019

[2023 Wattys Shortlist, 2023 Amby Awards winner, Featured 5 times in Wattpad Picks lists] Kaleth has worked as an agent of Luxarx for years. What the average person might see as an exciting, dangerous job has become the routine, and the only thing that fazes Kaleth now is that his habit of wearing suits everywhere is somehow still a thing his teammates tease him over. But that's all about to change. An encounter with one unexpectedly peaceful (and cute) terrorist soldier brings everything he thought he knew into question. If not all Umbra are dangerous criminals, what else does Luxarx get wrong? As he investigates, Kaleth stumbles onto a conspiracy that doesn't just concern the agency, but also his government, and the whole world. There are monsters hiding in plain sight, secretly in charge of everything since the very beginning - the long-forgotten dragon-gods with supernatural abilities. And they are definitely not as mythological as everyone thought. Now branded traitors, can Kaleth and his team fight back against the government they once served, and stop a world war before it can start? --------------------------- [word count: ≈ 90 000 words] [Featured in Wattpad Picks lists: 'Extraordinary Realms ✨' in December 2023, 'Reading Radar' in January 2024, 'Celebrating Wattpad Hits' in February 2024, and Valiant Heroes 🏰✨🏔 in June 2024, Rabbit Hole Reads 👀 in April 2026, and also on the @fantasy profile]

In the Kingdom of Valedorn, life has always been ruled by crowns, bloodlines, and secrets. Aren is a twenty-seven-year-old blacksmith living a quiet life in the village of Bellmere, far from the intrigues of the royal court. With four lifelong friends by his side, he has never wanted power, wealth, or a place among the nobles. All he wants is a simple life beneath the sound of his hammer. Until Princess Maria sees him. Their lives could never be more different. She was born behind castle walls. He was raised beside a burning forge. Yet a single glance between them begins a connection neither of them expects. But while Aren's life seems peaceful, darkness is already spreading through the kingdom. The king is betrayed by those closest to him. The crown falls into dangerous hands. A young prince is forced to flee for his life, carrying a secret that could destroy the men who now rule the kingdom. Then Aren is summoned to the palace. He is promised anything he desires if he can find the missing prince. For Maria, Aren may be the man she cannot forget. For the new rulers, he is the key to finding their greatest enemy. And for Aren, the journey will reveal a truth far more terrifying than any royal conspiracy. Because while the kingdom fights for its crown, something else is spreading beyond its borders. A sickness. A darkness. And soon, the dead will no longer remain dead. Before the kingdom becomes ashes, Aren must decide who deserves his loyalty-and how much he is willing to lose for the truth.