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Shattered Illusion

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Reads 392
Votes 55
Parts 6
Time 48m

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐓 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐒 (𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊 𝟏)
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«Beware the scratching whispers that taunt your sanity, for within the shadows of a prefect illusion, reality itself becomes a mystery. The supposed truths lurking in those dark corners are nothing but deceptive reflections.»

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Dark. Sexy. Suspenseful. Every person has a story to tell. Some may be sweet with a happily ever after, but there are others that end in tragedy.  

In the pursuit of justice, Detective Rhiannon Steele of Lockridge PD finds herself caught in the crosshairs of corruption and deceit following the brutal murder of an enigmatic assistant to a notorious illusionist. The shocking crime sent shock waves through the town, leaving its residents reeling. As the body count rises and eerie crime scenes resembling those from Rhiannon's beloved thrillers continue to appear, the detective finds herself not only navigating shifting alliances, but also confronting the monsters lurking beneath her own bed. With each passing moment, the identity of the killer remains a mystery, and the fate of the next victim hangs in the balance. Ultimately, leading to a final revelation that shatters all illusions. Will justice be served, or will the twisted games continue?

Brace yourself for a chilling and sinister psychological thriller that will keep you wanting more.

⟶| ongoing 
⟶| first in the 'illicit' series 


© |𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐲𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫. 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬, 𝐟𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬.All Rights Reserved

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THE UNTOLD SECRET by Purvabhosale15

~ Title:The Untold Secret In the heart of Seoul, where shadows whisper of dark truths and hidden identities, Y/n navigates a world that is anything but ordinary. By day, she's the enigmatic new student, capturing the attention of everyone around her with her fierce intelligence and mysterious aura. But beneath the surface lies a woman of secrets-a mafia background that she conceals with meticulous precision, and a psychopath's mind, driven by a disorder that keeps her constantly on edge. Enter Jungkook: sharp, confident, and equally haunted by his own hidden past. From the moment their paths cross, the air crackles with tension. They despise each other-or so they think. But as their worlds collide in the most unexpected ways, hate begins to blur with something more dangerous and intoxicating. In a college filled with pretense, where everyone is playing their own game, Y/n's friends, Rose and Jennie, are far from innocent bystanders. They're in on the secrets-maybe even more than Jungkook himself. As the lines between love, hate, and loyalty blur, Y/n and Jungkook are forced into a game where trust is a luxury they can't afford. Will Y/n's carefully constructed facade crumble under the weight of her hidden truths? Can Jungkook untangle the mystery that is Y/n before it's too late? In a world where nothing is as it seems, and danger lurks behind every corner, the only certainty is that the past never stays buried for long. 💗

REDEMPTION'S RHYTHM by Blessed-001

In a mesmerizing tale of redemption and unforeseen twists, the narrative centers around Jackson and Hanna, their journey intricately woven with chaos and love. Jackson, driven by a quest for justice for his parents' tragic fate, seeks retribution against their killer, reclaiming all that was unjustly taken. The unexpected twist emerges as he finds himself bound to Hanna, the very offspring of the perpetrator. Amidst this complex web, a profound love blossoms between them, yet turmoil threatens to overshadow their bond. As they navigate forgiveness and redemption, their love story unfolds in a symphony of emotions. Will they conquer the tumultuous waters of chaos, or will they succumb to the shadows of defeat? ********** Jackson's evolution from a troubled past to a kind-hearted person will beautifully intertwine with Hanna's character, adding a new layer of depth and complexity to the narrative. The rhythmic prose will enrich the storytelling, infusing a beat-like quality that will mesmerize readers and breathe life into the tale. With Jackson and Hanna as the focal point, delving into themes of redemption, forgiveness, and love, the plot will take an unexpected turn towards thriller territory as chaos envelops their relationship. Undoubtedly, the story will deeply resonate with readers on a profound level.

Revenge Never Knocks by ssynn_xo

A little insight: "Rule number one, do not underestimate your enemy," she laughs, "And as for the game, I have been rolling the dice this whole time," she opens the glass door and puts a leg inside. She looks back at them, "Revenge is a game you play with your enemies. This is my revenge and my game; I make the moves and I triumph." * This is the tale of Revenge Never Knocks, it enters without an invitation when you least expect it. Do you believe in revenge? Do you believe revenge is justice? Should revenge be necessary? And should you go to any extent to exact your revenge? These are some questions this novel pursues. It is astonishing how a night can change lives, whether it be good or bad.This is an epic revenge tale where a fierce, yet introverted girl sets out to avenge her parents' death. She vows to find the monsters that ruined her childhood and took the ones she loves. She will raise hell on earth to ensure the killers get punished. She has a perfect plan but she forgets that life also has a plan. And you probably know that things don't always go according to plan. She is thrown into a world of chaos and mayhem, she doesn't know who to trust. She succeeds and she fails, the question arises if her success is bigger than her failure? This journey brings lies, deceits, and deaths but also love. Just when she thinks that things are going her way, life reminds her otherwise. There are a lot of heartbreaks, twists and turns and unexpected events. Is Vivian prepared for what life has planned for her, find out... AWARDS: WON THIRD PLACE UNDER MYSTERY IN THE SEASONAL CONTESTS! (Summer 2020) WON 2ND PLACE UNDER MYSTERY IN THE MARIGOLD AWARDS!

DEMARCATION by ClaraJames24

A neglectful family... A present made of lies... Ava, a desperate novelist is loosing herself to it. Joe, Ava's friend and a cop is trying to find it.... Ten people..... Ten stories.... One reason - Find them. Everything is crumbled when one is killed and the murderer is on loose. Joe is hiding something... Can the link between the ten lead them to the truth? Ava has to find the truth before it is too late... But is it worth to risk everything she holds dear in pursuit of the truth?

Burnt Blood: The Werewolf Within by Demon_Wolf_Detective

His best friend is shot dead, and the world thinks Metropolitan Police Officer George Reynolds did it. They were in the one place that should've been safe, their police station. At least it was until aspiring detective George Reynolds came lucid from another blackout. Blood pools tantalisingly across the floor and there's two bullet holes in the wall. His best friend, officer Chris Wells is dead and George finds himself with the body and no memory of how. Only a tape recorder and a locker key for a clue. It's a dangerous game, from a lifetime of planning, rigged to make George look guilty and force him to remember what he really is and what he went through as a child. A pure born werewolf. Kidnapped from his real family to be experimented on. George gets dangled on strings by the killer puppet master and taken on a haunting journey never to be forgotten again. Made to relive the past trauma of a tragic fire that took the lives of the family that tortured him. Bodies continue to fall, all framed to fit the murderous narrative of an elaborate plot for revenge. When he finally remembers, when he's finally broken, another unique side to George wakes. So does a dark new world from the shadows. George learns the painful truth, and none of it is good. Nobody saw the real killer coming or expected that it could be someone they trusted. It will take everything George has to save his friends, new and old. Nobody will be the same. Nor will their view of the world. Its rife with the supernatural. **** Cover made on Canva Pro. [[word count: 114,000 words]] Warning Contains Murder, blood, demons, satanic worship, down-to-earth werewolf/demon wolf, guns, dead bodies, and talk of foster care may trigger. Ghosts. Tormenting nightmares.

Faceless Instincts by IronButterfly00

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