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(Book 5 in the fantasy series, The Crowns)
Having watched Escarral's fall and grappling with her heartbreak with losing one she loved, Lyv struggles to keep her dark magic at bay.  Knowledge is power in itself, though...and hidden within the depths of the Ayverian university library, she finds something that will twist everything they knew about Corliss on its head.
For Jai, it didn't take long for him to figure out Lyv's light and dark magic were now intertwined.  In watching her struggle, he knows he will do whatever it takes to help her, just as Corliss's mate Meron did before him.    
With their world threatened by Corliss's thirst for total darkness, they will do anything to figure out how to not only defeat her, but also rid Lyv of her own dark magic.  For that to happen, though, they must dig into her past before the darkness took over...and learn what really happened straight from those who were there at the start of it all - Allel, Mik, and Kalla.  But there are secrets even they kept from each other, secrets that take them all into lands unknown to get the answers they need before the final battle of darkness and light begins.All Rights Reserved

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Dahlia of Gold by E_Erasteon

Lykalis has a new obsession: a bewitching man carrying secrets stained in blood. But is he worth less than the safety of her kingdom? Or is he worth more than she could ever imagine? ***** The King and Queen have been murdered and eighteen-year-old Heiress Lykalis Vasoraki is to take her Aunt's title and be crowned in the palace of Kolteo, where people with the wings of crows and ravens dwell. Before her coronation ceremony can ensue, she pursues the killer and finds herself on a grueling path to the Kingdom of Sidiem, a territory of wolves and foxes. There, she bears witness to a brutal death, and a Royal investigation transpires. She teams up with the Heir of Sidiem and finds a list of evidence that consequently leads them to a jewelry company, one which hides something terribly sinister. An alluring man with mismatched eyes catches Lykalis's attention and she finds herself entwined with the fate of a broken man who knows more about killing then he does about living. ***** Excerpt: "Don't lie to me." She sneered, smacking her hand against the floor. "Don't lie-" His eyes snapped to her as anger flashed between them. "You were like starlight, like-like the constellations had fallen together in order to create you, as if you were personally molded by the gods themselves." He pressed. "Your spirit glowed like the only light across a sea of barren land- you. . .you're spirit was the only one that felt like. . ." ***** [ word count: 160,000~170,000 ] [ Book 1 of the Crown of Dahlia Trilogy ]

Crown of Beauty and Vengeance by writeon27

(Book 2 in the fantasy series The Crowns) The land of Escarral has changed in the past year for Alyvia with her mother now sitting on the throne. Lyv's mission in infiltrating the Fae land of Dalcaine has finally come. Now, in the capital city of Ayveri, she and her oath-sworn guardsmen and friend Gideon must find a way into the lives of the royal family and, most importantly, closer to Jai, the Crown Prince. With her magic finally free and stronger than before, it doesn't take long for her to attract the attention of the prince...but the wrong one. In the Fae land, Lyv's past, both recent and distant, are quick to catch up with her. And with an impending invasion of Escarrali forces, Lyv must be careful of the bonds she forms and help save a land that is more important to her than she ever knew before.

Daughter of Tide and Illusion by writeon27

(Book 3 in the fantasy series The Crowns) Separated by two different continents, Lyv and Jai are still trying to cope with their loss and come to terms with the truths that changed their worlds. In Ethran, Lyv is on a journey to find herself again and fulfill her need to travel. In Dalcaine, Jai is struggling with the past and an uncertain future. Finally brought back together after months apart, along with Gideon and Thia, they set off across all three lands and a certain pirate island to answer questions that were raised after Queen Guinevere's attack on Asturia. However, they only end up finding more. A new foe has awakened with her intentions unclear, but there is something more to her cohorts Mik and Allel than they previously thought. And they will stop at nothing to get what their mistress wants - Lyv.

whispers in dark by vaishu5426779900

Aveline never believed in the supernatural. She thought the haunting memories of her childhood were just echoes of an overactive imagination. But when she unexpectedly returns to the ancient forest that once sheltered her and her childhood friend, Riley, she uncovers an undeniable truth: the forest is alive, and its shadows are tied to her in ways she can't escape. Riley, distant yet familiar, is the only one who understands the gravity of their shared past, a pact they made long ago-one they didn't fully comprehend. As they are pulled back into the forest's dark embrace, their bond becomes both a blessing and a curse. The forest remembers everything, and it won't let them go without a price. With every step they take, the mystery deepens. Dark forces close in, and the love they share is tested in ways they never anticipated. As the forest's ancient magic begins to unravel, Aveline and Riley must face the consequences of a pact they made as children-one that demands not just their lives, but their very souls.The shadows that linger between them are not just the remnants of the past-they are a force more dangerous than either of them ever imagined. Love, sacrifice, and betrayal intertwine as they struggle to break free from the darkness. But some bonds, once forged, are impossible to break. Will Aveline and Riley fight to free themselves from the shadows that bind them, or will they become prisoners of a pact that threatens everything they hold dear? Mystery, Forbidden Love, Dark Magic, Sacrifice, Secrets, and Redemption.its mix of romance, mystery, and supernatural elements, drawing them into the world of "whispers in dark" while hinting at the dark secrets and emotional stakes the characters will face.

For Her Favor by BattleOfHearts

"This man had sought revenge for me and made a spectacle for it. He had protected my crown. He also answered my questions vaguely and I was nowhere closer to figuring him out than when he first arrived, but I was drawn to him. Like an addict to a drug, damn I wanted to be close to him. I wanted his touch. There was no sane explanation for it, it was just a want, a need." Princess Esme was never supposed to be Queen, but when tradgedy strikes in her Fae kingdom, she is forced to bear the crown. In Amoria, the Kingdom of Love and Life, she must battle with the patriarchy now to keep it. They want a king on the throne and she wants a chance at true love like the rest of her people. To placate the nobles in her kingdom that have a grip on her power, she agrees to the Battle of Hearts-a competition where eligible princes from other kingdoms compete for her favor and to be named king. Everything Esme knows is about to be challenged and not everything will be as it seems. In the end she'll have to choose; her kingdom or her heart.

The Chronicles of Elysium: The Shadow's Embrace by Tyler6318

In the mystical land of Elysium, where magic weaves through every leaf and whispers secrets to the wind, a darkness begins to stir. For centuries, the balance between light and shadow has been maintained by the guardians of Elysium, a group of powerful sorcerers sworn to protect the realm from evil. But when a long-forgotten prophecy resurfaces, foretelling the rise of a malevolent force known only as the shadow, the fate of Elysium hangs in the balance. As whispers of dark omens spread like wildfire, a young orphan named Lyra finds herself thrust into a world of magic and danger. With nothing but a mysterious amulet and her wits to guide her, Lyra embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the truth behind the prophecy and stop the shadow from consuming the realm. Along the way, she allies herself with a ragtag group of misfits: a brooding warrior with a haunted past, a cunning thief with a heart of gold, and a wise old sage with secrets of his own. Together, they must navigate treacherous forests, ancient ruins, and deadly creatures as they race against time to thwart the shadow's sinister plans. But as the darkness closes in around them, Lyra discovers that the true power to save Elysium lies within herself - if only she can unlock it in time. Filled with breathtaking magic, epic battles, and unforgettable characters, "The Chronicles of Elysium: The Shadow's Embrace" is a spellbinding tale of courage, friendship, and the enduring strength of the human spirit in the face of darkness.

Airborne Wings by Asheoooon

This is my very, very first novel I have ever made. It is 307 pages, and 39 chapters-- 45 in all including prologues+epilogue. Book 2 will come out soon, guys! Under the Shadows of Time, Friends die, Friends Disappear, and an Amazing Adventure Begins Ember's friends die. Terra dies. He doesn't know how to live without her... But when he finds a note saying she's alive, he knows he will find her, save her, and live his life with her. But when that is changed when Terra tries to kill him, how will he be able to save her and have her love him? Maybe he was just wishing for too much. Besides... He'll have to save the world either way... Is he too Weak? Too strong, even? Or too early or late?  When Kyra finds out who she is meant to be, she starts to remember what she was re-born for. She knows that she must save the animal kingdom and her love Eve. Koda knows everything, even though he's a fox, and he knows what's best for Kyra. When she decides to save Eve and meet up with the human siblings, Twirl and Milo, at the castle, they don't, and she knows something is totally wrong. Losing all her friends, she meets Ember, a Morpheen with a hero's brain. Perfect for staying under-cover and not becoming the center of attention. When they finally arrive...When the world starts to fall apart..then she knows it's time to step up and use her forbidden powers to use... Will it kill the whole world like it did her village, save the world from total destruction?  Milo doesn't know what to expect when everything changes when his town is burned down... He is teleported to the future when Hippogriffs, Phoenix, Phipogrix, and Morpheens rule the world. When his friend Eve is taken away to Fire Den Castle, and Kyra disappears, Milo knows he'll save them, and take care of his sister. But when his sister dies from his own powers, he knows it's time to step up and try his best to use his powers for good. So, when Kyra and Ember both need his powers, he knows he can protect them.

Forbidden by Nadelie_books

"Aww, pretty prince can't stand a little cut," she cooed, making a pouty face. She knew she wasn't going to slit his throat, but he did not know that, and he did not need to know that. ---- Astoria, the forgotten princess, always overshadowed by her perfect sister, even her own father despise her. She has the power to control the heavenly fire, which makes her quite valuable to her rival kingdom along with her excellent fighting skills, she was unbeatable. One day she gets kidnapped, what will her family risk to save her? What will she sacrifice? But she slowly falls into the comfort of a certain greened eyed prince. How much of her mother's secret will destroy her and define her for the rest of her life. Can she handle it?

Song of Blood and Reign by writeon27

(Book 4 in the fantasy series The Crowns) Across the lands of Dalcaine, Escarral, and Ethran, Jai is leading the search for Lyv with nothing but whispers to guide him. In the months that passed, he and those around him had yet to lay eyes on her, but the rumors that find them brought gruesome accounts of all she has done under Corliss's control. Those rumors are truths for Lyv, even as she continues to fight Corliss in any way she can. Though the dark magic manipulates her every move, she remembers it all - the screams, the blood, the magic she pulls from every single one of the lives the darkness makes her take. But another is fighting that darkness with her and the hold Corliss has on them both. It was a prophecy neither one of them wanted to come true, but they know it is one they can fight and break, even separated. But with Corliss's reign of terror spreading, war is on the horizon and Jai and Lyv will do anything to stop it.

A Light in the Darkness Book: The Moonlight Murderer by Bastion86

In a dark world those who hold light hold power. Humanity thrives due to guidance from the Order of Flame Weavers who have power over fire. Though peace endures threats loom in the shadows. Drake was anxious. As an acolyte in the order he labors under his mentor the grouchy drunk Festus. They embark on a mysterious research project, but dire events will test their growing bond and possibly their very lives. Silvia was stressed. As the Empress, Silvia Cevarius was used to dealing with matters of court and politics, but the recent murders have created a growing sense of unease. Her husband has distanced himself and she is unsure who in court to trust. As her leadership is questioned she fights to hold the Cevarian Empire together. Jan was tired. Banished from his home underground, life on the surface was cruel. Eights years past it took his brother. on the run from the law he is forced back into a life of organized crime. As he is drawn back in to the shadowy underworld of Aldus, he will be forced to confront old grudges, seek vengeance for his fallen twin, while all the while trying to earn back his place among the band of scoundrels and thugs, he once called friends. Nick was determined. though serving as jester fir the imperial court, his real talents were in information gathering. He'd been unable to find a trace of the shadowy killer who has stalked the streets. A nighttime quest to find answers leads to a dangerous encounter in an alley which will through him publicly into the investigate and will risk having his deepest secrets exposed. Though these four individuals walk separate paths, their fates are intertwined and will soon converge. As a murderer prowls the streets, the nobles plot, and revolution ferments, their lives hang in the balance. They must come together to confront an insidious conspiracy, catch a killer and save an empire. This is, A Light In Darkness, Book One: The Moonlight Murderer.

The Art of Blood and Power (Book 2 in The Gifted Trilogy) by chlo_dance

As long as people believed that there was a division between the Gifted and the non-Gifted, that one was superior to the other, I wasn't done. As long as there were kings on thrones to reinforce the idea that people like Porter and Briar and everyone else I cared about were unworthy of this world, I wasn't done. "And then," I continued, a resolution forming in my mind. "I'm going to destroy those six thrones." ********************************************** Wren Heatherfield has been through hell and back, surviving the deadly trials of the Garner and claiming the title of Garner Champion. However, her fight is far from over, with the real challenges only just beginning. Adjusting to her new life in the Ember Court with her insufferable enemy-turned-friend Kesserian Cinis, Wren is forced to face the truth of how close the six courts of Naturian are to a civil war, with Nox and Wren leading the opposing sides. But the fight for allies she can trust might turn out to be just as hard as her internal fight: coming to terms with her true identity. With the loyalties and beliefs of her past and present self at war with each other, Wren must decide who she is and what she stands for if she has any hope of surviving this upcoming war. Plagued by nightmares and trauma from her time in the Garner, Wren must find a way to keep moving forward. With the weight of a crumbling nation on her shoulders, Wren has one chance to fix the injustices that plague Naturian and achieve her dreams of toppling tyranny, but the alluring power of the throne might prove too intoxicating for even her to resist. A fight for her loved ones. A fight for the oppressed. A fight to save the remaining good in Naturian. The chains have been released. Now the real fight begins.

Shadow's Edge (Shadows Saga bk1) by Linna1029

In the world of magic there are only two options: learn control, or risk becoming the one thing everyone fears. On the anniversary of her parents' death Mara Collins must face more than her own grief; she must face a hidden world. When a series of accidents over the past eleven years leads to her discovery of witches and magic, Mara must make the decision to leave her life behind in order to hone her new abilities or stay and risk the chance that her powers could rage out of control. When people discover Mara is a descendant of one of the most powerful witches in history, they start to believe Mara will follow in her ancestor's footsteps. No pressure, right? Not everyone is excited to hear of Mara's potential power, and some even want to stop her. With a Fae for a roommate, a witch for a mentor, and a Werewolf Prince for a friend everything seems to be looking up. But when friends turn to enemies, who can Mara go to for help? who can she trust? Will she be able to control her powers before they turn her into the one thing everyone fears?

The silver crescent Three: by Angel-martien2011

The kingdom of Virella is in turmoil. An ancient evil has awakened in the deepest parts of the forbidden forest-an entity known only as The Shadow King. His magic is unlike any the world has ever known, capable of unraveling time itself. It is foretold that only a group of chosen individuals, each possessing a unique power, can stop him. The group, formed by destiny, must embark on a dangerous quest to retrieve the Silver Crescent, an ancient artifact capable of sealing the Shadow King's power. Along the way, they must face mythical creatures, treacherous landscapes, and dark forces that want nothing more than to see them fail. As they journey through the wilds of Virella, tensions rise among the group. The magic of the land can sometimes bring forth feelings of longing, jealousy, and love. Kael, struggling with the burden of his power, feels a growing connection to Ronan, but doubts if a future with anyone is possible. Faris finds themselves unexpectedly falling for Eira, but Eira is unsure if their relationship is just a fleeting moment or something deeper. In the midst of the looming threat, the bonds between the group members deepen. Love blossoms under the stars, but so does betrayal. Anselm, having once loved a powerful sorceress who fell to darkness, is revealed to have a complicated history with Ronan. Anselm's motives may not align with the rest of the group's, and they must confront the possibility that someone in their midst could betray them when the final confrontation with the Shadow King occurs. The closer they get to the Silver Crescent, the more the lines between love, loyalty, and betrayal blur. Kael and Ronan's relationship faces a heartbreaking test when Kael's powers threaten to change the course of time itself, and Ronan must make a choice: save his kingdom or save the one he loves. Lyra's cold demeanor hides a deep longing for Thalia's gentle, persistent love, but Lyra's past makes it hard for her to trust her heart.

Tempris by StephieFisher

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Map of Ember and Moonlight by writeon27

(Book 1 in the fantasy series The Crowns) Alyvia is the youngest daughter of the king of Escarral, a land where magic is feared and hidden amongst the humans who possess it...and just happens to be one of those humans herself. When Lyv befriends a mapmaker and warrior from another land, she finds the friendship and belonging she's yearned for without having to hide. Amory is an emissary from Dalcaine, a land ruled by Fae and one Escarral had been at war with just twenty years before. Along with his best and oldest friend Gideon, he works alongside the Escarrali king in opening relations between the two continents. He was anticipating doing his job and going back home, not irrevocably tying himself to the human lands after meeting Lyv, one of the most powerful humans he'd ever come across. With her magic growing, Lyv gains help in controlling and mastering it with Amory's help. Amory has secrets of his own, though, including one that involves Dalcaine's Crown Prince Jai. But with rebellion brewing right under the king's nose at the hands of the queen, Lyv must fight to keep everything she loves safe or risk losing it all.

The Arcandox by xkapscomics

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Elyra: Legend Reborn by AoNoNgao

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Burn Again by TigereyesF

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Cursed Prince: the light in the shadows by rebecca818943

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𝗠𝘆 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝗲𝗻 | 𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗻 by ritzcrackahs

The last Queen of Magic was evil.. hated all of her peers, yelled at everyone who helped her, and even ended up killing her allies. But another Mage stepped up and defeated the Demon King, being crowned the new Queen. When she was put into rule, many people favored her because of her kindness and selflessness towards anyone she came across. Merlin the Boar Sin of Gluttony has looked up to the new Queen, determined to be as strong as her. When she and Merlin have a first encounter, who knows what'll happen from there. (This is also in no way related to the Lovely series, I'm just too obsessed with Merlin) :)

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Lykalis has a new obsession: a bewitching man carrying secrets stained in blood. But is he worth less than the safety of her kingdom? Or is he worth more than she could ever imagine? *** The King and Queen have been murdered and eighteen-year-old Heiress Lykalis Vasoraki is to take her Aunt's title and be crowned in the palace of Kolteo, where people with the wings of crows and ravens dwell. Before her coronation ceremony can ensue, she pursues the killer and finds herself on a grueling path to the Kingdom of Sidiem, a territory of wolves and foxes. There, she bears witness to a brutal death, and a Royal investigation transpires. She teams up with the Heir of Sidiem and finds a list of evidence that consequently leads them to a jewelry company, one which hides something terribly sinister. An alluring man with mismatched eyes catches Lykalis's attention and she finds herself entwined with the fate of a broken man who knows more about killing then he does about living. * Excerpt: "Don't lie to me." She sneered, smacking her hand against the floor. "Don't lie-" His eyes snapped to her as anger flashed between them. "You were like starlight, like-like the constellations had fallen together in order to create you, as if you were personally molded by the gods themselves." He pressed. "Your spirit glowed like the only light across a sea of barren land- you. . .you're spirit was the only one that felt like. . ." *** [ word count: 160,000~170,000 ] [ Book 1 of the Crown of Dahlia Trilogy ]