Prohibition Stories

The Knife and the Microphone is a psychological thriller set in 1930s Chicago, following an unnamed radio host whose life begins to unravel after his sister, Zeezi, is murdered by her fiancé. At the beginning of the story, he is a charismatic and seemingly ordinary radio personality with a strong sense of justice and a complicated family history. But as grief, anger, and obsession begin to consume him, his understanding of justice becomes increasingly distorted. His narration gradually becomes less reliable as he struggles with the fear that he is becoming like the violent people he despises. The story explores grief, revenge, morality, family trauma, obsession, guilt, and the frightening gap between who someone believes they are and who they are becoming. Content Warning 13+ Murder, Violence, Grief, Psychological Themes, References to Abuse, Alcohol, Disturbing Themes Recommended For 14+ for the full thematic experience, particularly due to the psychological and moral themes explored throughout the story.

In the crowded, jazz filled streets of 1925 Chicago, Margaret Malone is a flapper with dreams of becoming a journalist. One day, when a tea shop seems to appear out of thin air, Margaret cannot help but investigate and is pulled further into the mysterious magic of Madame Lila's special brews- and the secrets lurking within the floral patterned teapots.

Rose Marino's older brother, Warren, has always been a troublemaker. After taking over the family business and taking part in not so legal activities, Warren had to disappear for a few years, leaving Rose to continue on with her life, wondering if her brother is alive or dead. When he suddenly reappears, trouble follows, and Rose gets dragged into it.

A match made in heaven? More like a match straight from Hell. The year is 1925. He's a Prohibition agent. She's a bootlegger and a member of the syndicate he's trying to destroy. They were never supposed to meet, let alone harbor feelings for each other. But they did. Follow Raymond and Evelyn as their lives--and their hearts--collide in an epic historical drama that spans across decades. Will Raymond and Evelyn be able to create a life together? Or will Prohibition, duty, and long-hidden family secrets tear them apart? Trigger warnings: Strong language, sexual content, mental and emotional abuse, and alcoholism.

Lilith Andrews finds herself stuck between obligatorily loving her wealthy, handsome fiancé, Howard Saxon, and being irresistibly drawn to a mysterious man from her past, Leo Fitzpatrick. Set in 1922, this novel is filled to the brim with flappers, speakeasies, chanel dresses, scandals, love triangles, and insane twists. Enjoy! xx Molly

The mysterious widow Claire Darling holds a ball at her estate every year - and you can be sure that something scandalous happens there every time. This is the story of one such scandal that involves a mysterious guest. A short story written for the "A masked Valentine's and a secret" contest run by the Dangerous Love profile.

The year is 1926 In the city of Chicago, Illinois. The latest amendment to the constitution prohibits the selling and drinking of alcohol. As a result, the Mob owns the streets and the illegal liquor supply, and Arthur Kirkland is at the head of it all. Needing an inside man as an informant, Arthur gets a tip from a friend on a cop willing to work for him. His name? Alfred F Jones.

Prudence wants to break away from her prohibitionist parents.

After waking up in New York City during the roaring 20's, modern day Daniel Wood must navigate the prohibitionist world of bootleggers and gangsters, all while trying to find out the reason he was put there, who the man in the red tie is, and how to get back.

(Prequel to Silenced Fire) "Whatever happens, we'll always be brothers" Howard whispered this to Forrest during their mother's funeral and Forrest repeated it back. First their baby sister, then their dad and now their mom. The Spanish flu has dwindled the Bondurant family down to the three sons, Howard, Forrest and Jack. With Howard set to go back to the army as soon as the funeral is over, this leaves Forrest to look after nine year old Jack by himself. "Do you have to leave?" Forrest asked, looking up at his big brother with pleading eyes. Howard sighed, staring at the ground. "I don't want to.." Howard murmured, wrapping his arms around Forrest "but I don't have a choice". Forrest buried his face in his brother's bicep to hide the tears that were staining his cheeks, he just lost his mother and now he feels like he's losing his big brother. "Shh.." Howard soothed, rubbing Forrest' back. It pained him to see his baby brother like this but all Howard felt he had to rely on besides his brothers was the fact that they're Bondurants, Bondurants don't lay down for nobody.

Chicago. 1920's. Flappers, jazz music, prohibition. Looking good means being so much dirtier on the inside. Welcome to the Gilded Age. Enter Klaus Michaelson, immortal vampire original, fleeing from his father. After nearly being discovered, and losing his sister, Rebekah, why would he choose to stay behind in the Windy City? The answer comes in the form of a striking blonde.

Sofia Angelis is definitely working her way up to the top in the family business. This should be a good thing... unless your family is the most notorious Mafia family in all of Chicago.

A man is forced into the grimy world of Prohibition Era crime, left on the limb with no other ways to make money he experiences the dark side of this first hand.

My first Lackadaisy roleplaying book! I can't wait until the main series comes out! I hope you all enjoy this!

"I know your secret," William said nonchalantly as the two walked to John's car. One day John went to the sheriff station. William, his partner, and John have to deal with a citizen and the two co-workers talk.

Zoe Taylor didn't mean to kill her mother. At sixteen, Zoe accidentally discovers time walking. She's transported back to 1929, and finds herself in a world of flappers and bootleggers, mansions and brownstones. She soon discovers why she has found herself at this unique place in time. Island Girls is the second book in the Lake Girls trilogy. Zoe discovers through four generations of women, that there are no easy judgments or answers when dealing with those we love.

In an age where coffee has become scarce, what would you do for a fix?

Dear Mr. Parker, All those years ago, you took my life in your hands and twisted it upside down. I want to hate you, I want to blame you for everything. But our love was unparalleled. Even our breakage was beautiful. You lit the fire within me and kept me burning. To me at least, you were absolutely everything. I write to you now, not sure if you will ever read these letters. I want you to know my side of the story. I want you to read each and every word of my heartbreak. How I saw our world come crashing down. Because no matter how far I walk on, nothing will ever be as painful as our prohibition. Xoxo Serenity Cooper • • • This is a completely fictional story!! I do not condone this type of relationship in real life either, this is simply for entertainment! It's written in Serenity ( the main character's) point of view and written in letter format. Hope you enjoy , and don't forget to vote!!