Summer at Norwich Castle || An Applyfic
- Reads 468
- Votes 45
- Parts 6
Ten individuals have been invited to attend a long-awaited ball at Norwich Manor. Young Lord Fenton has arranged the party and invited whom he wished to be present while the Earl of Norwich, Lord Fenton's older brother, (Who is said to be quite reclusive and mysterious) is said to make an appearance. As the ten individuals arrive at the Earl or Norwich's estate, a mystery begins to unfold, taking them into a world only revealed in Gothic novels.
All Rights Reserved
#168
regency
Join the largest storytelling communityGet personalized story recommendations, save your favourites to your library, and comment and vote to grow your community.
You may also like
Castle: A Psychological Romantic Thriller
Millicent Davis hates her life with her uncle and jumps at the chance to work for the famously rich and influential family Montgomery's-who are in need of a nanny. After all, how difficult can it be to tame a spoilt rich brat? Until Millie realizes that Castle Montgomery isn't exactly a bratty kid. He's a grown man, the enigmatic heir to a billion-dollar empire. Castle has no memory of who he is or the tragic accident that stole his past. Drawn to the silent man, Millie soon realizes that something isn't right within the walls of the grand estate. Strange occurrences, cryptic messages, and buried secrets begin to unravel, each one more chilling than the last. As the lines between truth and deception blur, Millie must help Castle piece together his past before the darkness lurking in the Montgomery mansion consumes them both. Because in a house full of secrets, some things are better left forgotten... PUBLISHING ON KINDLE 28TH FEB 2025. All Rights Reserved 2025 © Kashmira KamatComplete
The Secret of Alderwood Manor
When 21-year-old Emma Harrington inherits Alderwood Manor from a distant relative she never knew existed, she expects a quaint, if not crumbling, estate in the English countryside. What she doesn't expect is the dark, mysterious history buried within its walls. Amongst the dusty shelves and forgotten rooms, Emma discovers a collection of love letters from the 1800s-letters that tell the tragic story of a forbidden romance and a family secret long hidden. As she unravels the mystery of the manor's past, Emma finds herself drawn into a dangerous game of deception, where someone in the village knows more than they're letting on. And as she gets closer to the truth, she realizes that the shadows of Alderwood are not ready to let go of their secrets-or her. With the help of a handsome but secretive local historian, Emma must piece together the puzzle before it's too late. But as the past and present intertwine, she begins to question everything, including her own heart. Will Emma uncover the truth of Alderwood Manor? Or will its dark history consume her like it has so many before her?Complete
The Silent Shadows
In the small, isolated town of Briar Hollow, strange occurrences have begun to unsettle the once peaceful community. People are vanishing without a trace, and those who remain speak of eerie figures lurking in the dark, silent as shadows. The townsfolk are gripped by fear, unwilling to venture out after sunset. At the heart of the mystery is the abandoned Hawthorn Manor, a decaying mansion that has stood untouched on the outskirts of town for decades. Rumors swirl about its dark past, involving a family that mysteriously disappeared many years ago. Now, whispers of a curse draw curious outsiders and thrill-seekers, but none return the same-or at all. When 17-year-old Emily Weaver's best friend goes missing after daring to explore the manor, Emily is determined to uncover the truth. Armed with a mix of skepticism and desperation, she gathers a group of unlikely allies-each with their own reasons for seeking answers. Together, they delve into the chilling history of Hawthorn Manor, uncovering secrets buried deep within the town's history. As they piece together the puzzle, they discover that the manor is not just haunted by spirits of the past, but by an ancient, malevolent force that thrives on fear and darkness. The closer they get to the truth, the more dangerous their journey becomes, as the shadows seem to come alive, watching their every move. In a race against time, Emily and her friends must confront the source of the evil before it consumes them all, forcing them to face their deepest fears and uncover the long-buried secrets that could either save the town-or doom it forever.Complete
A Faithful Choice
Abigail Everett is ashamed. Her future has been decided since a disgusting earl showed up and began courting her. She dislikes this future; she'd much rather be free and live life to its fullest. Her mother died when she was ten, and her father abandoned her at her uncle's doorstep. Uncle Charlie is very uptight and follows rules precisely, something that makes her feel trapped. Matthew Larsson is angry. He wants to start a rebellion against the strict King Charles. His mother died in childbirth when he was twelve, and he has always felt like his father has never cared for him. He wants to prove to the king that not all peasants deserve a life of misery. He loves his village and yearns to keep them from harm. When the two are thrown together in an unexpected situation, they realize that someone within the castle walls is plotting to kill them both. Will they be able to find the killer and put him to rest? Or will they die trying?Complete
The Unfurling Rain
The year is 1878. Rain lashes down on the cobblestone streets of a windswept English village, cloaking everything in a melancholic grey. Eliza, a young woman with eyes the color of storm clouds and a heart burdened by a secret sorrow, walks alone. Her destination: the crumbling manor on the hill, shrouded in whispers of a dark past and a chilling legend. There, she seeks a reunion with Edward, the love of her life, but a chilling realization awaits her. Edward is no longer the man she remembers, and the manor holds a sinister secret that threatens to consume them both. As Eliza delves deeper into the mystery, the lines between love and horror blur. Will she save Edward from the clutches of darkness, or will the rain become an eternal shroud, forever separating them in a chilling embrace?Complete
The Secret of Oakstone Manor
The story follows these four friends-Kai, Emma, Z, and Lily-who discover a hidden secret about Oakstone Manor, an abandoned mansion on the edge of their town. Strange occurrences have surrounded the manor for years, and despite its eerie reputation, no one has dared to investigate. That is, until the group of friends stumbles upon a mysterious journal that hints at an old treasure hidden inside the manor. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they find themselves faced with puzzles, strange phenomena, and the looming question: What happened at Oakstone Manor years ago, and why does it seem like something-or someone-doesn't want them to uncover the truth?Complete
Mind Your Manors
The Lord and Lady of the manor are absent. Their estate is in decline. Beleaguered by sloth and incompetence, Bosworth, head butler, must take charge before it is too late. But complications arise when a stranger comes calling. Deception forged in unwitting alliances threaten the future of the estate. Will Bosworth, and those in support of him, manage to protect the "treasure" entrusted them?Complete
The Duke's Dangerous Wager
FULL VERSION AVAILABLE ON AMAZON A scandalous kiss sparks an even more scandalous engagement, but secrets and danger threaten to unravel their love before it even begins. *** At a masquerade ball, Tristan Hargrave, the Duke of Ashford, makes a reckless wager: to steal a kiss from the season's most elusive debutante, Isla Everly. But when his drunken bet shatters her reputation, Tristan is left with no choice but to propose. For Isla Everly, the path is clear: secure a wealthy husband to save her family, and avoid the man responsible for their ruin. But when the very same duke brazenly kisses her at the ball, her future prospects crumble. With no other option, Isla reluctantly accepts his offer of marriage. As she navigates her new life with Tristan, Isla discovers a man far kinder than the one she's long despised. Yet her heart remains hardened by his past actions. But when a dangerous figure from Isla's past resurfaces, threatening to expose a dark secret, she is forced to turn to the one man she vowed never to trust.Complete
Millicent Davis hates her life with her uncle and jumps at the chance to work for the famously rich and influential family Montgomery's-who are in need of a nanny. After all, how difficult can it be to tame a spoilt rich brat? Until Millie realizes that Castle Montgomery isn't exactly a bratty kid. He's a grown man, the enigmatic heir to a billion-dollar empire. Castle has no memory of who he is or the tragic accident that stole his past. Drawn to the silent man, Millie soon realizes that something isn't right within the walls of the grand estate. Strange occurrences, cryptic messages, and buried secrets begin to unravel, each one more chilling than the last. As the lines between truth and deception blur, Millie must help Castle piece together his past before the darkness lurking in the Montgomery mansion consumes them both. Because in a house full of secrets, some things are better left forgotten... PUBLISHING ON KINDLE 28TH FEB 2025. All Rights Reserved 2025 © Kashmira Kamat
More detailsContent Guidelines