Истории Historical-

Evren "Ren" Vale has spent years chasing fairy tales. While most historians spend their careers studying the past, Ren spends his trying to prove that the monsters from his childhood were real. Most scholars consider him a laughingstock - a brilliant historian chasing stories better left to children's books. Then he finds one. Asphodel is beautiful, secretive, and entirely impossible. He claims to be one of the last survivors of a civilization that died long before recorded history; a civilization destroyed by the very thing Ren has thrown away his reputation chasing. As he digs deeper into the truth behind the legends, he uncovers a history humanity had long forgotten - and a darkness that may not be as dormant as Asphodel hopes. For Ren, it means the truth may finally be within reach. For Asphodel, it means confronting a past he has spent millennia avoiding. But as ancient secrets resurface and old enemies begin to stir, the two find themselves fighting not only for the future, but for one another. Starfall is a slow-burn fantasy romance about two people finding each other among the ruins of the lives they once knew, and discovering that some endings are not the end.

Andrea was born the second princess of the Kingdom of Hestia. However due to speculations regarding her birth, Andrea was abandoned and neglected by her family and the workers of the palace To escape from her hellish life, she spent her time reading and writing romance novels. One day, the king hears word of her distasteful hobby and marries her off to an abusive and horrid Duke. When all hope was lost, the Kingdom of Hestia went to war and the Duchy was attacked. Andrea escapes and restarts her life in secrecy. Except secrets can only be hidden for so long. Follow Andrea and her dream to find the romance story for herself and live "Happily Ever After"

Xiu Ying is the daughter of a Minister. Her father was a loyal subject and a childhood friend, the Emperor. Since the Emperor and her father were childhood friends, the Emperor treated Xiu Ying as his daughter. As a child, she was able to roam the palace freely and became friends of the Second Prince Jian Yu, who's three-year younger than her. Because of some unknown reason, her father rebelled against the Emperor and took the throne. He killed all the royal family members, including Jian Yu, whose Xiu Ying's friend. Xiu Ying then came to hate her father. Five years after her father's rebellion, some followers of the previous Emperor start to resurface and plan to overthrow her father. While Xiu Ying was on a mission, she met a man that looks similar to Jian Yu. The man looked similar to him, but his personality is different. Jian Yu had died, Xiu Ying had personally buried his body herself. How can this man look so similar to him? ----------------------------------------------------- Hello, I am an amateur writer. This will be my first attempt to write a novel, please excuse my lousy grammar and writing. Please also give my writing a chance and read it. Thank you. Sincerely, the author ----------------------------------------------------- Note#1: I'm not Chinese and don't know anything about Chinese history. All the characters are fictional. This is just a story I made up inspired by watching Chinese historical romance dramas. Note#2: The cover picture does not belong to me. I found the picture on Pinterest. Here is a link to it. https://artdrawing.almaroda.com/?p=2144 If you are the owner and want me to remove it, please email me. Thank you.

Chapter 1 In the mysterious town of Willowbrook, nestled amidst rolling hills and a looming forest, a young apprentice and a seasoned lamplighter embark on a nightly ritual to keep the encroaching darkness at bay. An ancient legend resurfaces as they navigate the rugged terrain, casting a haunting shadow over their once-familiar path. With the past and present converging, they must confront a spectral force that threatens to unravel the very fabric of their existence, leading them on a perilous journey through the mysteries of the Age of Luminescence. Their bond and courage are tested as they navigate a world where light and darkness collide, weaving a tale of resilience, sacrifice, and the enduring power of human connection. Chapter 2 An old man examines an unusual liquid, setting off an unsettling discovery chain. As tensions rise among the gathered villagers, a sense of impending danger looms. A young woman faces the grim reality of a village besieged by an unknown threat. With the tolling of the town bell, a harrowing figure emerges from the mist, triggering a series of events that thrust her and the village into the heart of a desperate struggle for survival. Amidst the chaos, a shocking revelation from the village leader sends uncertainty through the fragile community, revealing a truth that threatens to unravel everything they once believed.

Lady Charlotte Ashworth, a witty debutante, and Duke Edmund Seymore, a reclusive bachelor, seem to have little in common beyond their high rank. Unbeknownst to society-and each other-Charlotte is host to the mischievous spirit of discord, Eris, while Edmund is accompanied by Cupid himself. As these divine siblings wage a secret war of love and chaos, Charlotte and Edmund are caught in the crossfire, their budding romance tested by divine meddling.

*Companion to Uriel* Tristan Lyons is hiding out in Haywood, adjusting to his new life as a former paladin and alleged traitor to the crown. But as he trains with the rebel forces, the kingdom falls into chaos, ripped apart by devastating attacks and backstabbing politicians. With Sam and Braeden overseas in Rhea, now Tristan must decide on his own who his real friends are and who is the enemy.

Lady Elenor Reynolds and James Manchester, Earl of Westing, have been neighbors their entire lives, but when one of eight-year-old Ellie's arrows flew astray and struck 12-year-old James, they became best friends. 14 years later, Ellie and James are both fully grown and both fully conscious of their own attraction toward the other, yet hopelessly oblivious to the fact that their feelings are mutual. When fate intercedes in the form of yet another stray arrow and brings a mysterious stranger into their path, will Ellie and James continue to hopelessly circle each other? Or will love's arrow finally be forced to hit its mark?

The Withered Rose is a Victorian-era enemies-to-lovers romance that delves into the complexities of social status, reputation, and the unseen beauty that lies beneath the surface. Set in a world of grand balls and rigid societal expectations, Aurelia is a woman of noble blood whose family has fallen from grace. She is a delicate, misunderstood figure, mocked and ridiculed by those who once admired her. Lucian, a prince adored by all, sees something in her that no one else does. His offer of kindness stirs both hope and confusion in her heart. As their paths cross, they navigate the murky waters of misunderstanding, miscommunication, and internal conflict, ultimately discovering that true love blooms where one least expects it. With a theme of nature versus society, this novel explores the possibility of growth and healing, both for the heart and reputation.

It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife. It is also a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man NOT in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a RICH wife. The latter is unfortunately true for William Drake, the Marquess of Pemberton. The follies of his father, The Duke of Sunderby, have caused the entire Dukedom to be on the verge of collapse. When he discovers a secret affair has left him with an unknown brother, and the Duke passes away unexpectedly, Lord Pemberton (now the new Duke of Sunderby) is pressured to find a wife sooner than expected. Only one caveat - she must be rich. Lady Georgiana, the daughter of an Earl, is fiercely independent. Her first Season came and went without much fanfare. No suitor catching her eye and with her father still alive and two healthy older brothers, she doesn't require a husband right away and is content to be in their care. That is, until she is face to face with the brooding Lord Pemberton who makes her question all her deepest desires. The only problem is that he needs to marry for fortune and not love. Will she be able to save both of their futures?

"There's no room in the world for trust, hope, or the wealthy's compensating fashion sense. Now pass the Rum." - Zora Zora's been from Constantinople to Timbuktu. She's gambled with religious figures and stolen a Belgian princess's Tiara because she was bored, and all before she was 15. But one night, while touring the streets on an inebriated impulse celebrating her 17th birthday, her life is upturned like a ship caught in a tropical hurricane. Zora overhears an unlikely pair whispering about a secret map and a rumor. A rumor of treasure and magic. Uncharacteristically, Zora decides to act on impulse and steal the map and follow the rumor. But stealing the map was only the beginning of everything going wrong. Zora quickly becomes hunted by a secret society and their master assassin; the Reaper. She begins to have terrible nightmares of speaking shadows and creatures of myth. And she kidnaps a young man named Tryston, who can't remember that he can summon magic and can't forget his strong attraction to Zora. Then there's the night when Tryston prophesies about her being the key to the world's irreversible destruction. But she'll just have to burn that bridge when she gets to it.

Dawn was sent by her parents to the northern part of Gyeongsang Province to take care of some family business against her will when she unexpectedly came to know a man who introduces himself as Jeonghan; a mysterious man whom she hasn't yet met personally; a man whom she can only converse through a piece of paper-but will she ever cross paths with him? And what's stopping them from seeing each other when they are literally on the same place? It started when she saw a paper, just outside the door from the oldest hall- the Museoljeon, at the back portion of the Bulguksa temple one morning. "Am I talking to the right person now?" the letters in the paper read. A love story between two different people from two different eras, separated in time and space; while the only thing that connects them together is through a piece of paper, will they be able to realize the boundary between them? Can they alter time just to see each other? Or will it be a sad ending for them forever?

Suzette has never been the same since her mother died. Her father is a harsh man who cares little for the feelings or desires of Suzette and her brother, and she longs for her mother's guidance as she navigates adulthood. She yearns for approval from her father that she will never get. And, even more, she wants to feel loved. Emeline loves serving Lady Suzette, but she is unsatisfied. She does everything in her power to care for her younger brother and ailing father, but it never seems to be enough. She hates the poor treatment and disgusted looks from those who consider themselves her superiors, and she hates that she must bow and scrape to them simply to provide for her family. There is only one person who never looks at her with contempt, but does he really care for her? As Suzette and Emeline embark on journeys to find what their hearts most want, they may instead find what their hearts most need.

What if the truth you're seeking has been hidden in plain sight all along? Eighteen-year-old Charles Clearson's life takes a bewildering turn when his father sends him to live with a pair of eccentric relatives-magicians posing as his aunt and uncle. In a quiet village brimming with secrets, Charles begins to sense an otherworldly force lingering in the air. A premonition strikes during a brief nap, pulling him into a tangled web of mystery and self-discovery. The truth begins to unfold when Charles meets Merrill, a peculiar girl who reveals she's a Pheynarian being in disguise. But Charles, burdened by doubt, refuses to believe her. His skepticism is further challenged by Wermath Trowellian, a wizard embroiled in an age-old battle against the ruthless tyrant and dark sorcerer Zabaran. In their revelations, Charles learns he's far more extraordinary than he ever imagined. Armed with an olisi stick and guided by cryptic clues, Charles embarks on a daring quest to find the legendary Kimono plant, a tree of immense power hidden on Earth. His journey takes him to the mystical Escria, a paradise cloaked in danger, where the sacred Woistland Keep holds ancient secrets. There, he encounters formidable guardians-the Land Ladies, the scepter-wielder, and the Vines Summoner-only to face a sinister adversary: Bohandi, the vassal of dark forces determined to shatter his resolve. Charles must navigate a labyrinth of twisted words, arcane battles, and buried truths to claim his destiny. But in the end, will he discover the courage to embrace the power that was within him all along? Or will the darkness of Pheynar consume him? A gripping tale of magic, self-discovery, and the fight against destiny awaits.

Charlotte's family moves to a manor out in rural North Carolina, but the house holds secrets seldom know of. When the Docherty family firsts moves in Charlotte's mother Emilia starts planting a massive 14 acre garden, but before she can complete the last acre, she tragically passes away. This leaves Charlotte having to uncover the mysteries, and ultimately decide the fate of the property all on her own. This forces her to make a decision that will alter the coarse of the estate's destiny forever. We first meet Charlotte at nineteen-years-old, who is about to make a grave decision. Before she makes her choice she seeks the guidance of an old friend. He asks her to walk him through what led up to her choice, and in return he'll unveil the future of the grounds if she goes through with it. Will she trust the guidance of her new friends, or will she stick by her family? Will she lose who she is, save the garden, or take fate into her own hands?

May Adleys' life was never easy. A father consumed by rage. A mother defending her father who "don't mean no harm". May lived in constant fear. Fear of the outside. Fear of strangers. Fear of being known to others. She stayed out of sight from the town's people, her father forbidding her to leave the house. She was 5 when that happened, now at 18 May becomes curious of the outside world, especially after a certain farmer moves in to the abandoned cottage across the field from May's farm. Andrew Harlan kept himself to himself, being raised in an abusive household he vowed to himself that he would never marry, never trap a woman in a loveless marriage, love he never knew how to show. Started 19/04/21

She's been left behind by her childhood sweetheart. He's been jilted by his fiancée. Her sweetheart left her for his fiancée... Miss Rosemary Griffiths has been looking forward to the day her childhood sweetheart returns from his year abroad. He promised to make their secret engagement public, and her life will finally start moving forward. But he returns, and there is no engagement. There is only the discovery that Frank has 'outgrown' her. He has decided he wants a woman of passion, and Rose is too calm and practical. That, and he is to inherit both a title and an estate from a distant relative and has found a wife with money. Rose is left with broken dreams, a shattered heart, and a list of things they were going to do once they married. So, she sets out to 'undo' all the things on that list by doing them backwards. Or in the opposite direction. Whichever. She is determined to prove that she can be contrary when she puts her mind to it. But this is 1870s England. Going anywhere as a young unmarried woman requires that she go with her doting, but overwhelming, family in tow. Then, while contriving to take the stage to the resort that was supposed to be her honeymoon destination, she meets Mr. Walker. When the two of them keep bumping into each other at the resort, it comes to light that they are there under similar circumstances. It only takes a short conversation for Rose to figure out their situations aren't just similar; they have a detail named Frank in common: Mr. Walker's former fiancée is going to marry the new Duke of Windham. The two wind up in several hilarious escapades as they try to help each other finish the things on their lists to spite the people who hurt them, while also trying not to get themselves into a romantic entanglement with each other. But when Mr. Walker's list is finished, will that put an end to their burgeoning friendship? Or have they stumbled upon something neither thought possible?

" Marry me Sam " he again said looking right into my eyes which made my cheeks heat up " Thanks but I'm good," I said damn I need to go and explain to Zia and was about to go he held my arm and pinned me to the wall trapping me between his arms and preventing me from going he leaned closer to me his breath almost touching my neck which gave me shivers the effect this guy had on me made my heartbeat raise. all along the things I could remember is my training with dudes but I never felt this, my heart raising " Be a good girl and marry me sugar " hearing that I looked up right into his eyes which were already looking into mine my cheeks clearly showed him a pink tint this was my first time blushing too 'Sugar he called me sugar ??' WHO KNOWS WHAT'S NEXT is a rom-com story of an undercover agent and the missing hire which includes the unknown mystery of queen ADHIRA Note: All the images in this work were not mine credit goes to the original owner

Adelaide couldn't resist the temptation of visiting Hatchard's. It was after all the most recognizable bookstore in the world. Little does she know as she explores its hidden passageways, a daring duke has decided to follow her in and dare her to bring a fairy tale to life. Unsure if you're ready to dive into the novella of the same title? Immerse yourself in the captivating side story within the novella, designed to captivate you and ignite your curiosity for more. Author's Note: Each short story comprises approximately 2,000 words. Each chapter bears the same title as the book (for instance, 'An Affair at Apsley House: A Detour in Piccadilly' is a side story within the novella 'An Affair at Apsley House'). While not essential to follow the novella's plotline, these stories offer a delightful opportunity to delve deeper into the characters' lives and personalities. Constructive criticism appreciated.

Amalia and Guido are a young couple whose dream of a happy life together is broken by the outbreak of the Second World War. Amalia stays in Milan, juggling the bombings and the no less pressing problems of daily survival. Guido, instead, as commander in the Italian Army, leads an epic crossing in the Sahara desert and manages to bring his soldiers to safety, facing a thousand adversities. The solid mutual love, strengthened also by the birth of a little girl, will accompany them on the arduous journey towards the painful reunification. A path paved with obstacles, revealing encounters, very hard trials, but also unexpected strokes of luck. Based on real events, this novel offers us a vivid glimpse of crucial episodes of our history narrated from an unprecedented perspective. In addition to the voices of the two courageous and tenacious protagonists, there is also the no less intense voice of their son Alberto, who vigorously depicts the distant years of childhood and youth, the loves and pains until the first professional successes. Many varied adventures that have a common denominator: the strength to get involved to the end, without fears and living the unknown as a continuous challenge. It is the ability to adapt to the changing and evolving times, almost anticipating them and always staying one step ahead, the key that opens the doors of a future full of promise to Alberto. But the new contains in itself traces of our roots and today always has a father: the past.