Doublecrossed Stories

In a futuristic world where only rules, facts and logic are valued; individuality, self expression, free will and creativity were made illegal by the government, who wanted to prevent future conflict, created by individuals with reckless and creative minds. And to prevent from anyone being themselves. Tilda longs to set her imagination free and speak her own mind. She unknowingly was born with the sixth sense, a additional sense, unlike the tradtional five senses. The Sixth Sense is based on creativity, meaning people will have more individualistic minds and cannot be controlled by rules, facts and logic. Those born with the sixth sense, are metahumans known as sensors, who use their sensory to enhance, control and use senses, a source of power allowing sensors to control the world around them. The government sees their senses or "superpowers" as dangerous and they punished all those who have or practise the sixth sense Anyone punished for it, soon mysteriously disappears at the hands of anti sensor government leader Marcus.The cause of the sixth sense ban. When a teacher soon discovers Tilda's sensor potential. She sends Tilda to the sensor hq she runs, where Tilda meets fellow sensor James, who along with her long term friend and sensor Jeanie; joins the rebellious organisation, known as the Wish Sensors. They protect and train sensors, ready for the ban when they take back control of the government, that oppresses them. While Tilda and James grow closer, the rebellion grows with propaganda, threats and sabotage; as Tilda must deal with why fate has made her different to the other sensors . The sensor struggle grows more intense to demonstrate what has been kept from the world. They must prepare to overtake the government, to allow sensors to freely live again, no matter the cost. *completed * ** currently being edited** Best Rankings #1 sensors #8 goverment #9 sixthsense #12 individuality #14 doublecrossed #29 sense #85 chosenone

Two spinsters leave Nigeria looking for greener pastures and get stuck in Ghana, where the disdain for anything Nigerian leads them to experience confusion and panic even as they hope their luck will improve before their money runs out. They lodge in Kwesi, a hotel taken hostage by terrorists ten days after their check in. What happens when you have brutal villains, cross continental victims and two spinsters on the second exodus, will Africa finally be united in her children to break out of captivity -? Written by: Faith Essien ISBN: 978-9988-41-162-6 Prisoners of Citizen Kweku

Tomika has an after school job, will it get in the way, will her friends agree to her job or will they try and get her to quit

Let me paint you a picture, an image of a world that is not just black and white. However I must warn you, betrayal and death is something that is to be cautious of... especially when it's your own that commits the deed. A story of betrayal, hidden gangs (Warlords vs Darkloids), backstabbing (mostly gangs and families), a slice of comedy with a dash of double crossing each other.

After living as a tree for the past 1000 years, Alzkend is awoken by the Elders and given the mission to destroy a powerful sorceress with the ability to destroy the world or relinquish his rights to life. Riley is starting her senior year completely unaware that her life is in danger. When these two cross paths, everything changes as they realize just how powerful each other are. Thrown into a world of lies, secrets, and corruption; Riley and Alzkend soon learn that all magic comes with a price, it's just a matter of who ends up paying the price. See how the story unfolds between the Sorceress and her tree... Book 1 of the Sorceress's Tree Series | 2nd draft | complete

He's a drug smuggling pilot, she's a DEA agent out to bust him both are very good at their game...

Silver was an IceWing who is presumed dead in the IceWing kingdom, but is still alive. He had left the kingdom after he had heard of Queen Glacier's plans. <><><><> Firewave was a SeaWing/SkyWing hybrid that was part of a hidden tribe, the AmberWing tribe.

A clever heist reveals the delicate balances of what's right and wrong and what actually is in the life of a mastermind.

"Shadows Spread like Open Maws" delves into the dark underbelly of Noir City, where the Luxor Casino serves as a facade for treachery and deceit. In this noir thriller, Agent Jack Malone plunges into the depths of espionage, his every move shadowed by unseen adversaries. With the enigmatic Lily by his side, Jack navigates a world where danger lurks in every shadow, threatening to engulf them in its jaws. As they unravel the conspiracy that grips the city, they discover that trust is a rare commodity and betrayal lurks around every corner. In a city where shadows spread like maws, ready to swallow the unwary whole, Jack and Lily must tread carefully to uncover the truth before it consumes them both.

SELF PUBLISHED. BUY NOW ON AMAZON https://a.co/d/gB2cWcG The Emerald Deception is a high-stakes thriller that blends intrigue, romance, and deception against the glittering backdrop of the gemstone world. When Arjun Desai, a celebrated gemologist, arrives in the bustling city of Navratna, he dreams of a fresh start and a career-defining opportunity. But his life takes a dangerous turn when he is mistaken for Ravi Kapoor, a master jewel thief with a reputation for audacious heists and a penchant for eluding justice. As a legendary gem-the Navratna Emerald-becomes the target of an elaborate scheme, Arjun is thrust into a web of lies, betrayal, and danger. Framed for crimes he didn't commit and pursued by the relentless Inspector Kavya Nair, Arjun must clear his name while staying one step ahead of the law. Along the way, he finds an unexpected ally in Anika Sharma, the spirited daughter of a powerful gem magnate, whose trust and courage light his path.But Ravi Kapoor isn't just a thief-he's a chameleon, a ghost, and a mastermind with a plan that could bring the city to its knees. With a shadowy network, a tech-savvy hacker, and a dangerous underworld figure aiding his moves, Ravi's heist appears unstoppable. As the clock ticks, Arjun, Anika, and their unlikely allies must outsmart the enemy in a thrilling game of cat and mouse to protect the priceless emerald and expose the truth. Full of twists, unexpected alliances, and heart-pounding moments, The Emerald Deception is a tale of identity, redemption, and the shimmering allure of danger. Will Arjun reclaim his life and unravel the conspiracy, or will the dazzling world of gems claim him as its next victim? Find out in this spellbinding adventure that will keep you guessing until the very last page!

Katya's life isn't going too great. Stuck in a retail job she hates and a shared house she despises, the only thing that is going well for her is Ollie. Charming, Charismatic and attentive, he is more than she could ever imagine but when she finds out a secret about him, Katya starts to suspect that someone is trying to ruin her life.

Anastasia is young girl who has a dark past. Her past caused that marks on her wrist and caused her not to trust people easily.Until on day a boy named Jake takes interest in her and is detmined to figure her out.

When enigmatic art thief Caius Wolfe steals a rare 17th-century painting, he expects a massive payday-not a cryptic symbol hidden beneath the paint. He turns to Eliora Vance, an introverted but fiercely intelligent museum curator, the only expert who can decode the markings. But Eliora has her own stake in the game: the painting belonged to her late mentor, and she wants it back. As the two clash, flirt, and begrudgingly team up, they uncover a shocking truth-the symbols lead to a secret vault containing the original Mona Lisa, long believed to have been switched with a replica. But there's a catch: it's locked inside a billionaire's fortress-like estate, guarded by the latest tech and an army of private security. To steal back the real Mona Lisa, Caius and Eliora must outsmart Interpol, outmaneuver a ruthless black-market dealer, and outwit each other's growing feelings. But when the truth about the painting's origins is revealed, it will change everything-including what they think they know about love, loyalty, and their own pasts. Because Caius isn't just any art thief-he's the long-lost heir of the billionaire they're robbing.

To a girl trapped in an evil world, the only emotion is no emotion. Cruelty the only justification. And punishment the only outcome to any disrespect. When Marionette discovers a secret about herself, something about her enemies, what could she do? Stay, leave, conquer, or run away as her twin did?

The last four survivors on an island, Mair, John, Rowan, and Lily are faced with a problem. There is a storm coming, a storm that could destroy them. Only half will survive. Who will they be? How will they go on?

A short story about a woman who was blinded by love and got screwed over by her husband. A rich socialite to rags story about how desperate one can become and how quickly. Cover art from https://hotpot.ai/ai-image-generator/create

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The story follows the rise of Fernando Vidal to reigns of being a leader of a Mafia organization, but to run a successful empire he needs to take out his biggest rival.

[COMPLETED] when John Carson broke jail, he thought he had found a safe hide-out in Venezuela with his stepbrother Perry, but instead, he found himself in a dangerous threesome - the death of perry and his gorgeous partner Delphina and a safe with a fortune inside. Delphina's chanced an opportunity to get her hands on the fortune when she stumbled on John's identity and threatened him: "Open the safe, or go back to jail." John is in dead trouble. They'd crucify him if he landed in prison again, but if he opened the safe, she'd pin the rap on him. Somehow, there has to be a third way.