In an extravagant where every heartbeat echoes with stories untold, Todo finds herself lost in the quiet agony of letting go an old flame. Her days are filled with stolen glances and words left unspoken, weaving a tapestry of hope and despair. As seasons change, she questions whether the ache from love is a curse or a gift, an invitation to discover her own heart's resilience. But, when a twist of fate brings an unexpected revelation, Todo is forced to confront the true meaning of love, and the courage to let go. Is it possible to find yourself when chasing someone else's shadow?

I was living in an alternate world where, once marked, the eyes turned red, and the first to fall in love was you. I was marked when drunk. The person who marked me unknown is probably living a life of promiscuity. I was just a college student, and the one I liked would never glance my way, not in this lifetime or the next. He was dating my sister. I learned my lesson multiple times: starting a new relationship, dating, then breaking up... They all ended the same way, and I often ended up getting hurt. This was well proven by my rescuer, who hated me just as much as I despised him. Never will I ever love again *** DISCLAIMER: The picture used as the book cover is not mine. No copyright infringement has been purposely intended. If you own this magnificent art and wish me to take it down, I'll do so respectfully. Kindly reach me through my DM. You will also find my email address posted on my profile page. Thank you. I'm open to accepting other book cover recommendations since I'm not great at digital art **sobs** Thank you again.

In a future where two galaxies have collided, leaving Earth and its inhabitants shattered, Quantum Souls: Love in the Collision's Wake tells the story of Sora, a resilient human survivor, and Maro, a cyborg warrior created from the remnants of humanity's last hope. In the city of Quantumis, a place where love and survival intertwine with the remnants of advanced technology, they struggle to reconcile their deep connection amidst the fallout of war, rebellion, and the exploitation of Blood as currency. As they navigate a world reshaped by cosmic forces, they must confront not only external threats but the fragility of their own relationship. Sora and Maro are bound by love, but they are haunted by their pasts and the weight of the future they're trying to build. Together, they face impossible decisions, a rebellion led by emotionless cyborgs, Ascendants, and the responsibility of parenthood in a time of intergalactic upheaval. In a universe forever changed, can love endure the collision of galaxies and the forces that seek to tear them apart? With the fate of humanity, cyborgs, and their own family hanging in the balance, Sora and Maro must find a way to reconcile their hearts in a future where peace is elusive and secrets loom beneath the stars. Quantum Souls is a poignant, futuristic tale of love, survival, and the choices we make to hold on to what truly matters.

In a city where illusion and reality dance a precarious waltz, Den, a Powerful Magician, captivates audiences with her dazzling performances; each trick a mirror reflecting her own twisted soul. Once a beloved apprentice in a prestigious magic community, Den's rise to fame is steeped in betrayal and heartbreak, leaving her with a thirst for vengeance sharper than any blade. As she conjures spells of retribution, she draws not just the admiration of fans but the attention of those who would seek to expose the darkness lurking beneath her charismatic surface. Enters Eno, a compassionate and cunning soul who sees through Den's charming veneer. At first, he is drawn to the enigmatic magician, eager to help her navigate the shadows of his past. But as Den's grip on reality loosens, Eno realizes that he is entangled in a dangerous game where love teeters on the brink of obsession. Their relationship morphs from a whimsical duet into a sinister tango, filled with power struggles, psychological manipulation, and moral ambiguity. As Den weaves her elaborate illusions, the line between love and madness blurs, leading Eno into a web of manipulation that threatens to ensnare them both. With every trick, Den's desperation for approval from Eno intensifies, and her possessive nature spirals out of control. Meanwhile, Eno must harness his own cunning and resourcefulness to navigate the treacherous waters of their twisted bond. But when the stakes reach their boiling point, a confrontation looms that will either free them or seal their fates forever. In a world where magic holds both wonder and terror, 'Under His Spell' explores the depths of the human psyche, asking the haunting question: when does love become a prison, and how far would one go to escape? Prepare for a spellbinding tale of dark magic, love gone awry, and the chilling realization that sometimes the greatest trick of all is the illusion of freedom.

The greatest warrior the kingdom had ever seen had just one weakness, something that only he knew of- his love for the stable boy. Season 1 of In Another Era *** Prince Kenric was known throughout all the kingdoms as the greatest warrior to have ever lived. No one dared to cross him, for he was feared even more so than the king. The people believed that he had sworn his life to the sword, and that was why he never took a lover. But only Kenric knew the truth. Only he knew both his biggest weakness and his greatest strength. His love for the stable boy. ~~~ [mxm] [marked mature for mentions of violence and sexual content]

When a string of mysterious and violent deaths plague the small city of Spring Lakes, psychic consultant Julian Hart finds himself partnered with veteran detective Dane Hunter. As the mismatched pair dig deeper into the mystery, getting along with one another seems harder than catching a killer; but when Julian is marked as the killer's next target, solving the murders becomes a dicey game of "do or die." - Warnings: Contains strong language and explicit sexual content. - This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, locales, and incidents are either the products of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.

When the sun goes down, the gravestone statues in Willow Hills Cemetery come to life--including Gretta. As a granite guardian of the dead, it's her job to make sure her charge--the snarky, hot-headed, lesbian spirit Quinn Rivera--crosses over and finds spiritual peace. But that's a little hard to do when Quinn's twin brother Jason blames himself for her premature death. And for Quinn to agree to cross over, he must learn the truth of her accidental passing and the bipolar episodes that led her to shut him out beforehand. But reaching out to the living is against the rules, and to break them would mean facing the most power-hungry and terrifying spirit of all: Death. *** Inspired by 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘥𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘗𝘪𝘯𝘰𝘤𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘰 (but not a retelling), Willow Hills is a southern gothic story with paranormal/horror elements. 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟐 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐲'𝐬 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 (𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐥) C/W: Gore, some violence, and light to moderate swearing. Neurodiverse and LGBT #ownvoice rep.

Kind is tangled in the sticky web of unrequited love-he saw it coming like a train in slow motion. He's the guy watching his crush fawn over someone else, get all starry-eyed over another, and eventually hand out wedding proposals like candy-but to someone else, of course. Wale has long been aware of Kind's feelings for her, and though she is Kind's closest friend of nearly a decade, steadfastly devoted and unwaveringly straight, she nonetheless desires Kind to stand as her best man as she weds her long-time fiancée. Concealing her inner turmoil behind the guise of a smile, Wale shares her vulnerabilities with Kind alone, revealing to her dearest friend what she shields from the world. And now, with futures as clear as a foggy mirror, these two stumble through life's chaotic obstacle course, hoping not to trip on any life lessons or land face-first in heartbreak. Where will fate lead them next? Only time, and maybe a good fortune, will tell! *** ◆"Things happen for a reason, though I still ponder over what that reason might be."

In the desert, an instant turns life into death and hate into love. In the desert, everything is different. Boundaries break down, and you find yourself doing things that you would never, ever have imagined. Lilly Linton finds this out the hard way: in the shadow of the pyramids, she and her boss, cold, calculating Mr Ambrose, must face death and danger together. Is the desert's heat enough to melt the cold heart of Britain's richest financier? WINNER of the PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD in the Wattys 2016 Sequel to Robert Thier's #1 Hit 'Storm and Silence'

COMPLETED Two teenagers, a party and the unmistakeable mate pull, but what happens when it follows with a steamy night and a rejection the next day? Then only a month later, you discover a surprise which would change your life forever? In Lara's case, she decides to keep her baby a secret only to accidentally bump into her mate four years later. No copyright intended for photos - all credit goes to the owner.