Gripping Stories

As Detective Evelyn Voss begins investigating what seems like an ordinary murder, she uncovers a web of lies that leads deep into the shadows of a secret government project. Murdered scientists. Twisted truths. And a company that appears to be more powerful than the government itself. But the closer she gets to the truth, the more dangerous it becomes. For her. For her partner, Carson. And for anyone daring enough to look behind the curtain. They were only searching for answers. But what they found will change the world. "Evelyn Voss: In the Shadows of Lies" is part of the Nexus Narratives franchise. It tells the story of young, newly promoted detective Evelyn Voss and her partner, Carson Malihk. Together, they kickstart the universe of Nexus Narratives, introducing major characters, complex backstories, and bold setups for future stories - making this the single most important entry in the franchise.

A few students and their professor go on an achaeological trip to a castle in europe only to find themselves entangled in the web of a demonic ploy that will change their lives. **** Amelia Carter an archaeology student along with her batchmates Rexi, Farhan, Zani and proffesor Sean Graham takes the assignment of unravelling the dust of time at Moosham Castle, Austria. However, fate holds them to test, when they find themselves engulfed in an ordeal that seemingly not only transcends time but reality. Live through their high octane journey on every page as they grapple to come to terms with some of the most haunting revelations, with their lives on the line. Cover Painting credit: Rovina Cai

What if the house that you live in has twisted secrets that you are unaware of ?! A gripping thriller that revolves around one single house! Read the full story now and find the secrets reveal...!

After Erreh senses an uneasy presence in Whitterland she along with Jose seeks to find it on this journey of love, war and brotherhood.

The Continent of Otura stands on the precipice of war. Four powerful nations are preparing to engage in a brutal battle, each determined to defend their territory and stake their claim to power. Tensions are running high as soldiers don their armor and weapons, ready to fight to the last man.

"Every laughter leaves an echo... some echoes never fade. They wait in silence, whispering through walls that once knew warmth." Fifteen years ago, Little Angels Daycare shut down overnight. No one knows why - only that the laughter stopped. Now, six friends known as the Urban Six decide to explore the forgotten daycare for a thrill. But what begins as an adventure soon turns into something else entirely. The walls still hum with lullabies. The toys are still warm to the touch. And the children who once lived here... never really left. As paranormal events ripple through the quiet town of Willowmere, the line between past and present begins to blur. The Urban Six must uncover what really happened inside those halls - before the echoes claim them too. "You came to play, didn't you? Hehe... then play." *NOTE* Contains disturbing events . Read at your own risk .

After dismantling MANTIS, Eleanor Hunt walked away from fieldwork - bruised, brilliant, and barely breathing. But when a bombing in Jakarta bears the signature of her own stolen code, she's forced back into the world that nearly destroyed her. At her side: Ethan Hunt, her older brother and the IMF's most unpredictable operative, now leading a team in the crosshairs of a new enemy.

Following the intense battle at Terrin, Oliver becomes determined to extend his conquest to the entirety of Whitterland. With no remaining forces to oppose him, he sets his sights on claiming complete control over the land and its people.

A gripping tale of Adam Stacy and his past with a terrifying plot twist.

( editing ) Original Fantasy story taking you into another world. Maria is invited to a special school; Rovesier, where there are all sorts of strange and magical things she never knew about and has never seen before. Her view on the world changed completely. Over the terms Maria, her best friend Sparky and her new found group of classmates learn about the magical realm but as the truth unfolds and the past catches up they both take a turn for the worst - a darkness has awoken...

The first kiss is never just a kiss. It's a moment filled with shy glances, nervous heartbeats, and silent promises..This is the story of a tender first kiss-where innocence meets desire, and a promise to stay together forever is made without a single word.

Thief Cynthia thought it was an easy steal... until she stumbled into a killer's lair. Hidden behind a sofa, a glowing phone becomes her only hope as footsteps echo closer. Will she survive the night, or will fear consume her?

Five years ago, the killings stopped. Not because the monster vanished-but because it almost got caught. Now, Marlos is back in Ashvale. Fired, broken, and haunted by a cryptic letter: "You left something behind." As bodies begin to pile up again, Marlos teams up with a mysterious girl, Claras, to uncover the truth. But the deeper he digs... the closer he gets to a terrifying revelation......

Irrith Blackwood always believed Duskmoore Lane was the safest street in town-until the charming boy next door moved in. Eli Navarro is handsome, gentle, impossibly attentive... and wrong in ways Irrith can't quite name. What begins as harmless fascination spirals into a deadly game of deception as Irrith uncovers secrets Eli has hidden behind his perfect smile. Every gesture, every coincidence, every late-night encounter feels suddenly orchestrated-because it is. Irrith wasn't just a girl he noticed. She was a girl he chose. And now she must figure out how to escape the boy next door... before he decides she's better off gone.

THEY WANTED TO WIN THE SPACE RACE. THEY BUILT THE GREATEST LIE IN HUMAN HISTORY. JULY 1969. The world holds its breath as Nate Armstrong takes his historic first step. In living rooms across America, families cheer, patriots weep, and the United States triumphs over the Soviet Union in a decisive victory for the free world. But every word is a lie. Leo Croft, a brilliant but disillusioned special effects wizard, is recruited by a shadowy government official for a "patriotic project" of unimaginable scale. He is taken to a clandestine soundstage in the Nevada desert, where he is given an impossible task: if America cannot reach the moon, he must fake it. Driven by artistic pride and Cold War fear, Leo uses all his genius to build the ultimate illusion. But as the line between reality and deception blurs, Leo discovers the terrifying truth: the conspiracy he serves is more ruthless than he ever imagined. Those who work on the project are not patriots-they are prisoners. And those who ask too many questions have a habit of meeting with fatal "accidents." Now, hunted by the very machine he helped create and with a tenacious journalist-his own estranged wife-closing in on the truth, Leo must make an impossible choice. Expose the lie and risk shattering the nation's faith, triggering global chaos... or become the permanent guardian of a secret that would forever distort history. *A stunning, genre-bending thriller that reimagines the 20th century's greatest achievement, * America's One Small Lie is a gripping tale of artistic integrity, moral compromise, and the devastating cost of a lie that united the world.

"She had been having the same nightmare for years now. The nightmare haunted her dreams every night, and even in daylight, when she was fully conscious, they were always there, lurking in the murky depths of her mind. That night kept replaying in her head, like a broken record. The killer hadn't been caught and he was still out there, out for her blood." "He looked into her deep, black eyes, as big and beautiful as a nymph's, yet there was fear in them. Her face was pale as she recalled the terrible memories she had tried to keep buried, in vain. He listened to her story, that had left an indelible mark in her mind forever and he realised the beautiful disaster that was her life." ~•~•~•~•~•~•~•~•~•~•~ Nicole Winters' mother had been brutally murdered right in front of her eyes. Even though years have passed after her mother's death, the memory of that night is still fresh in her mind, with every small detail pricking her subconscious like a thorn pricks the skin. Nicole begins her new session at the University of Wisconsin-Madison with high hopes but after the arrival of a certain fair haired, dreamy eyed stranger, sinister things start happening and her macabre past once again resurfaces. Will Nicole be able to escape her bloody past a second time or will she succumb to it and end this life of hers that has become a game of cat and mouse? She had tried to forget her past, but it seems her past wasn't ready to forget her yet. ~•~•~•~•~•~•~•~•~•~•~

A small tale about a ordinary girl in a ordinary college, or so she thought, when a new college student starts acting crazy, it's up to the girl, the crazy college student's roomate, to stop his actions, but still hide in the shadows and remain unseen, can she find out what secret lie behind her roomate, or will his secret stay secretive forever?

The situation at the Le Meridian is grave.....a murder has taken place....two detectives are informed..about the circumstance..they offered to assist, but they stumble upon..as what they see.....are not what they seem to be....seven suspects and they all are deceitful. Will Le Meridian be the hunting ground..?

Billie Blue Singer Female 21 James Panther Singer Male 27 Lewi Capaldi Singer Male 24 Aria Grande Singer Female 26 These people The mad men in the world What is going to go down in the city of the Big Apple ?

In a small, predominantly white community, Charlene Bows is pining over a breakup with the guy who claims no one else is willing to date the lone black girl but him. After enduring his abuse both mentally and physically, and feeling the pressure from her workaholic parents, Charlene impulsively quits her job and goes on a long walk to self-discovery. But maybe the questions she has are best left alone, especially when the answers come in the form of a mysterious man who calls himself Fred Aveneer. *This story is based on real events Written by Holly Ducarte 2017. All Rights Reserved. No part of this book may be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without written permission from the author.