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Homing Bird--available on Amazon! by Carpathia
Homing Bird--available on Amazon!
Carpathia
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Russia 1902 The winter of 1902 is bitter for little Marjorie Cummings who awakes to find her American home very quiet. Little did she know that behind the scenes plans were being drawn not only to save her life but to change it in the most unimaginable way possible. In the flick of a wrist Marjorie goes from impoverished conditions to living in the home of the wealthiest man in the world Tsar Nicolas II of Russia. A dark child in Tsarskoe sparks humor among the aristocracy who are eager to know who this little girl is. A play mate to the Grand Duchesses Olga, Tatiana, Maria and Anastasia, Marjorie wins the hearts of all she meets. Russia 1918 The Clouds of war loom over the doomed royal family and Marjorie will be caught up in the events that will change Russia forever. In the final tumultuous years of the Russian Imperial family, Marjorie becomes a beacon in an event that will go down in history as the most heinous of all that the Russian revolution will never live down.
The Stars Tonight by Carpathia
The Stars Tonight
Carpathia
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  • Parts 44
After a great fire destroys their home, sisters Pleasant and May are sent to live with their aunt and uncle in the small town of Natt Fristad New Hampshire. The change is difficult and comes with many challenges to shy Pleasant and sickly May. Just when it seems they have adjusted to their new lives among the privileged the relative of an affluent family does the unthinkable, sending Pleasant spiraling into a world of loneliness and confusion and allowing the one who harmed her to go unpunished. As the years pass Pleasant comes to cope with her inner ghosts with the aide of a horse condemned to be bad luck. The embers, however, never cooled and have been waiting for the right wind to once again set everything ablaze. Note: The Stars Tonight, covers the topic of child abuse. While nothing graphic is present it may make some readers uncomfortable. "The Stars Tonight" All works copyright Carpathia. HRH Carpathia. This novel is a work of fiction and any resemblance to persons or places is entirely coincidental.
Sabbath's 2 Darlings- The 12: Book Two by Carpathia
Sabbath's 2 Darlings- The 12: Book Two
Carpathia
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  • Parts 44
-What if Justice were deaf too- Power, ambition and privileged describe the Richmonds of Drinking Water South Carolina. Innocent, faithful and dedicated describe Ottaline and Providence Sabbath whose father serves as a butler to the Richmond household. On Confederate Memorial Day 1903 the sleepy town of Drinking Water is awakened by a cry of injustice. Thus an old crime fueled by jealousy and greed materializes in the form of one of the town's most affluent members. When injustice strikes home the two sisters Sabbath find themselves engrossed in a mystery of secrets and lore that could shatter the atmosphere of their small town yet bring justice to those who can't testify. The mysteries continue in this second 12 Dancing Princess novel "Sabbath's 2 Darlings-The 12: Book Two" All works copyright Carpathia. HRH Carpathia. This novel is a work of fiction and any resemblance to persons or places is entirely coincidental. -I like to keep all of my stories mild or include disclaimers and trigger warnings. These may not be found in all chapters. Some characters will commit crimes and do harm against others. Nothing will be graphically depicted in my stories. (beyond a mild pg-13)
Winters' 3 Dears- The 12: Book Three by Carpathia
Winters' 3 Dears- The 12: Book Three
Carpathia
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  • Parts 42
-There are nothing like unanswered questions- Starting anew had been the goal of the Winters sisters since the death of their father Amos Winters. After setting up in the state of Massachusetts the three young women try to enjoy their new lives after a period of bleakness. Working in a ballet school is a dream come true for the three sisters and at first they are living the American Dream. They find romance, good jobs, and excel at school. However dreams and nightmares often travel on the same rail and when a stranger turns up at the door filled with questions they begin to receive answers that surge in them a deep curiosity to lay to rest a spiderweb of a case. Soon they discover that their trials are not over and they must pull themselves back together before they are forever torn apart by a deep lurking enemy. "Winter's 3 Dears-The 12: Book Three" All works copyright Carpathia. HRH Carpathia. This novel is a work of fiction and any resemblance to persons or places is entirely coincidental. -I like to keep all of my stories mild or include disclaimers and trigger warnings. These may not be found in all chapters. Some characters will commit crimes and do harm against others. Nothing will be graphically depicted in my stories. (beyond a mild pg-13)
The Escape of Silverfox by Ruechari
The Escape of Silverfox
Ruechari
  • Reads 758
  • Votes 48
  • Parts 1
Lord MacGregor otherwise known as Silverfox the Highwayman had seriously gotten himself into a bind this time. Currently he is locked in a dungeon awaiting execution. His saving grace....Lady Violet. Upon hearing of his capture there is very little Lady Violet would not do to save her Silverfox, but will her plan succeed? And will she ever manage to steal this Highwayman's heart. If you are reading this story on any other platform other than Wattpad you are very likely to be at risk of a malware attack. If you wish to read this story in it's original, safe, form, please go to https://www.wattpad.com/196362976-the-escape-of-silverfox. Thank you. ©All Rights Reserved by Author Cover and Story by: Ruechari
The Blood Ruby (The Arcane Artifacts #2) by addicted2dragons
The Blood Ruby (The Arcane Artifacts #2)
addicted2dragons
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  • Parts 45
Season 2 of The Arcane Artifacts Growing up in the foster care system, Lily's life has never been easy. In fact, it's been downright horrific at times. But she's finally in a good place, ready to pursue her master's degree in the fall. Until she's abducted at a graduation party by Laurent, a vampire both otherworldly beautiful and inhumanly cold, endangering her life and everything she's worked for. She's never been important to anyone, so why does he want her so badly? And why does his touch set her body on fire? Lord of a great house, Laurent's family is struggling; his vampires are disappearing and he's running out of leads and options. Then, he happens upon Lily, an amplifier, whose blood promises untold strength. To protect House Sarkas, no one else can be allowed to have the power that Lily's blood contains. She must be kept safe until Laurent decides whether to use her as he has many amplifiers in the past. But Lily makes him feel more alive than he has in centuries, and he finds himself wanting more from her than just her blood. When Laurent's past catches up with him, his bond with Lily will be tested, and she might end up being the one protecting him. WARNING: This story contains strong language, depictions of violence, and depictions of domestic violence that may not be suitable for some readers.
The Sleeper's Harp (The Arcane Artifacts, #1) by addicted2dragons
The Sleeper's Harp (The Arcane Artifacts, #1)
addicted2dragons
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  • Parts 42
Season 1 of The Arcane Artifacts Elle Kennedy is running from her past. When a murder brings her face to face with a goblin bounty hunter, her past comes racing back. Now her life is on the line, and he might be the only one who can keep her safe. Bastian Croft has a job to do. Find Jane Miller's killer, and bring them to justice. He doesn't expect to face off with a head of cotton candy pink hair and a bold attitude. Nor does he expect things to take a twisted turn among the supernatural community. As Elle and Bastian look for answers, they're forced to confront the growing attraction between them. Neither is interested in a relationship, and yet, sparks fly. If they cannot save each other, then there will be no saving the Sleepers. WARNING: This story contains strong language, depictions of violence, and depictions of domestic violence that may not be suitable for some readers.
For the Rebellion by addicted2dragons
For the Rebellion
addicted2dragons
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  • Parts 29
Prince Theodred isn't interested in the responsibilities that come with his title. The only thing he is interested in is partying, flirting, and the occasional gossip scandal. After all, if everyone thinks the worst of him, he'll never have to disappoint anyone. King Tristan and Queen Lena have had enough! After a particularly extravagant party, they give him an ultimatum: Resolve the rebellion in Woodport or be cut off financially. They want to change him, but he has no desire to be anything he isn't. Eager to get back to his life of indulgence, he heads north. Theo intends to squash the rebellion through whatever means necessary. Then he meets the rebellion's leader. She's mysterious and beautiful, even if her face is hidden behind an ornate mask. He wants to know who she is, what makes her smile, and why she won't give in to his demands. But perhaps doing things on her terms is the way to get what he wants. Perhaps he might just find that he cares. Perhaps he was wrong, and change is inevitable. Perhaps he might become the prince he's spent his life avoiding. Perhaps, it will all be worth it.
End Zone (SEU #3) by UniqueAlexJ
End Zone (SEU #3)
UniqueAlexJ
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  • Parts 29
As Natosha and Matteo "Four" Wittstock steps into adulthood and their new lives as a married couple, they are both struggling to make time for one another and themselves. Natosha is busy running a new restaurant for the community while Matteo's football career has launched him much further in the limelight than he would've liked. With this new fame came much more responsibility, and a new publicist has seemed to take his attention away from his duties as a husband to focus more on football and...her? All the while, Natosha's spending more hours at her restaurant and with a new private chef instructor helping her to perfect recipes, the two may be getting closer than one another wanted to admit. Natosha and Matteo are overwhelmed by the bulk of their new careers, the media's involvement in their relationship but that isn't the only hiccup that they are facing, because there is a new addition to their growing family...their first baby. Southeastern University #3/#4 [ can be read as a standalone but is a part of the SEU collection ]
Matteo's Return (SEU, #2) COMPLETED ✓ ( PATREON STORY ) by UniqueAlexJ
Matteo's Return (SEU, #2) COMPLETED ✓ ( PATREON STORY )
UniqueAlexJ
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  • Parts 39
[ Vol 02 Southeastern series] *CANNOT be read as a standalone* Natosha Jackson and Matteo Wittstock are struggling to make amends in their developing relationship. With so many changes in their personal lives dealing with the weight of their families, school and college life, their relationship with one another is put to the test. Neither of them really want to call it quits, but they aren't ready for the rocky bumps ahead of them. Four isn't the same man Natosha once met at the beginning of the semester. He's focused on the one person that makes him feel most whole, her. He wants to be with her, regardless of it all. Between the mayhem of new challenges, their relationship may potentially cause more damage to their lives than good. But like his coach always says, "no matter how hard the game gets, he's destined to play." COMPLETED 05/30/2023