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The Mighty Ones' Fall by smile4pie
The Mighty Ones' Fall
smile4pie
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Jace didn't want to help the girl standing out in the rain. He really didn't. He knew she would be trouble - the look on her face told him so. But when the minotaur started to chase the poor girl down the street, he was finally forced to step in. Unfortunately, Jace had been right about one thing: Layna was trouble. The orphaned Layna didn't even understand why she had the Sight, or the ability to see Greek monsters in their true forms, but less than 2 weeks after Jace saved her, she is forced to start a quest to fulfill a prophecy she knows nothing about. Nevertheless, Layna is determined to find out where she came from and to personally solve the mystery that surrounds her mentor, a troubled young hero named Alec. Things only seem to get worse when it is revealed that Alec accidentally intertwined all of the gods' spirits with his own, keeping the fallen Olympians from reincarnating as per usual. Now, Jace, Layna and a few of their friends will fight through thick and thin in order to fulfill the new prophecy, which takes them on a journey all the way across the country. Together they will discover Alec's deepest, darkest secrets and, of course, how the mighty ones fall. ***This is the SEQUEL to "The Forest Gods' Reign," which was formerly titled "Into the Woods...With the Greek Gods." I would highly recommend reading that one first.*** All Rights Reserved. 2014.
Enchantment of the Bow  by TheBeautyintheBeast
Enchantment of the Bow
TheBeautyintheBeast
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Lyra knew that one day she would be set into an arranged marriage like a chess piece. She had been preparing for it her whole life, and she was almost alright with her fate. But she never thought that her father would choose the man that he did. That decision changed everything. The King of Whales is ruthless, more than twice her age and surrounded by tainted gold and loads of unsavory rumors. There have been many wives of his before Lyra, with no explanations to the untimely deaths of the previous five. With each dead Queen came more money from their kingdoms, straight into the King's portly lap. Disguised as a young man, Lyra runs from her duty as the only Princess of Nordic. She cuts her hair, takes her steed and disappears into the night with her father's men hot on her heels. Enter Kaladin's team. Occupation: Mercenaries. Lyra uses skills taught to her by a close, childhood friend and plays herself into the trust of the dangerous strangers until they accept her, or rather, "Navani", into their group. What will happen to her once they see through her web of lies and tricks? Will Lyra give herself up as Princess when she is reunited with her long-lost friend, or will she carry on as a boy with the mercenaries? Follow Lyra to see what she will do when she comes to realize that things have gotten far too big for her to handle on her own. There are assassin's out for her head, king's thirsting for her blood, and an underground network of people who live for her ruin. But there is also an unlikely Prince to defend her, who has some tricks of his own to rely on. The Princess soon sees that she is not nearly as alone as she may have once thought. What will Lyra do when she comes to terms with her destiny? Will she face it this time with her new friends, or will she chose to run away again? Cover made by @-rebellixus-
Venice (Johnlock) by DarthKawaii42
Venice (Johnlock)
DarthKawaii42
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  • Parts 1
Due to a rather suspicious chain of events, the detective duo end up in Venice, where John somehow manages to convince the great Sherlock Holmes to join him on a gondola trip. Confessions that neither of them bargained for follow. TRIGGER WARNING: MILD MENTION OF PAST SUICIDAL THOUGHTS.
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Halcyon_Eve
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She Who Sees Through Darkness by ElizabethEllor
She Who Sees Through Darkness
ElizabethEllor
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  • Parts 31
An ex-spy's quest for redemption leads her into an uneasy partnership with a genetically-engineered dragon. For decades, an elite group of spies within the CIA has kept the existence of magic secret from the world. Katrina Harris counted herself among their number, until a drunken brawl with a co-worker got her fired. She’d do anything to re-enter the thrilling world of supernatural espionage—even infiltrate a terrorist cell without backup. Dr. Phyllis Harper has an Arctic fortress, a dozen magic-wielding soldiers, and a flock of genetically-engineered dragons capable of knocking American warplanes from the sky. All she needs are pilots. A chance encounter lets Katrina talk the doctor into recruiting her. If Katrina escapes Harper’s fortress with intelligence, she can convince her old bosses to take her back. But neither magic nor science can prepare Katrina to have a dragon in her mind. A creature cunning enough to ferret out all her secrets . . . and one whose own fierce memories tell Katrina she might be working for the wrong side. This story contains mature themes, including alcoholism and suicide. Now complete!
Gothic Romance - (LGBT) by elveloy
Gothic Romance - (LGBT)
elveloy
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  • Parts 26
It was pitch black outside, the only light came from the lantern at the front of the coach, bobbing crazily over the road. The coach picked up speed again, and Jonathan remained at the window, waiting to catch a glimpse of Castle Blackstone, the place that would be his home for the next six years. Romance / Historical / LGBT
Dark Black Magic by angeltwist
Dark Black Magic
angeltwist
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Raised by her witch Grandmother deep in the forest, Skyler has lived a friendless life of isolation and magic. Her fortunes change when she accidentally binds herself to the powerful demon known as Rayne. This former Prince of Hell is inexplicably drawn towards Skyler and finds himself determined to protect her. Skyler on the other hand has no desire to spend the rest of eternity bound to evil. However when her lonely world is plunged into danger as ancient prophecies, assassins, werewolves and army of demons invade her life, the only thing that stands between Skyler and death is Rayne. This is the third book in the The Imperial Vampire Court Saga.