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Blood Is Thicker than Water - Draft

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Reads 4,492
Votes 838
Parts 59
Time 10h 50m

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Haunted secrets, damsels in distress (who rescue themselves), and forbidden romances... 
  
Hailey unwillingly accompanies her parents on a family vacation to New Orleans, right in the middle of a hot and humid summer. This is a trip she desperately wants to avoid. However, her attitude changes when, on a picnic stop to one of the many tours her mother planned for the family, she discovers an intriguing underground cellar. Upon investigating further, she finds this place contains a mysterious warning and the writings of another young woman, Clara, who settled in New Orleans decades before.
  
The story explores the parallel lives of these two teenagers, while they simultaneously unravel a dark secret that plagues the land. Each girl has the power to change a fate they did not choose and eventually find their true selves by following their hearts.
  
  Placed #2 in the Universal Writing Contest (UWC)All Rights Reserved

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WICKED { #Wattys2016 } by Sensualwritings

Highest ranking: #16 in Paranormal The arrival of the gorgeous Sterling brothers triggers a series of gruesome, inexplicable and magical events in the small town of Willow Creek. And at the center of it all is seventeen year old Cordelia Bishop. A dabble in Wicca is all it takes for her to unearth hidden powers, and a dark, messy past-both of which are centuries old. Before she can even get a grasp on her newfound discoveries, she's hurled into a world of dark magic and blood-lust. She'll have to navigate this new world, while trying to get a handle on her budding powers, keep her family safe, deal with a blossoming romance with the smokin' hot Cal Sterling, and an uneasy relationship with his brooding older brother Kol. Throw in terrifying nightmares of past lives, and you have Cordelia's new life. The Sterlings assure her they're on the same side, but that becomes harder and harder to believe when it becomes more and more evident they're hiding something. But as Cordelia will come to understand, the past repeats itself and so do mistakes. And in order to avoid being burned at the stake, she'll have to break her old habits. Too bad old habits die hard. Credit for the amazing cover goes to @amethystnebula

Fresh Wounds by DMichelletheewriter

"...I took deep breaths, as silent as I could. My cheek burned from the cut drew by her wedding ring and the blood dripped down onto the floor around my shoe...Too afraid to move, I stood still; my bloody wound could wait..." Kimberly, at the young age of 15, has already developed her natural survival instincts beyond the average ADULT capabilities. She cares for herself as well as her younger sister, Olivia and it isn't ever a walk in the park for the two girls. Did I mention she lives with alcoholic and abusive parents? Survival under the same roof as the alcoholic and short tempered couple begins to look more challenging by the day...especially after a traumatic event that makes life unbelievably worse. And each time she attempts to run, every punishment upon recapture is worst than the last...being starved and beaten becomes a norm. After failing to escape 3 times with her sister, Kimberly has now built up the confidence and is driven to plan a fourth escape. Is it worth risking not only her own life but her younger sisters life as well? Wasn't the third time meant to be "a charm"? Will the fourth be the last time? Is there life after or inevitable death? "...There's no stepping back or running from your fate..." **Updates based on reads, so share the story with your friends and COMMENT!! DO NOT STEAL, LEGAL ACTION WILL BE TAKEN** -Enjoy, Adia

Fated Encounters by DivaKingdom

In a world where humans coexist with supernatural beings, Patrick possesses extraordinary powers, including the ability to control gravity and molecules, and move as fast as lightning. His father, Will, has been kidnapped by their nemesis, and the only way to save him is to find a girl who can make herself-and anyone in physical contact with her-invisible. Angela, a 21-year-old girl studying at an all-girls school, who has the very power Patrick desperately needs. As their paths cross, they are thrust into a whirlwind of danger and mystery. Initially bound by necessity, Patrick is forced to marry Angela to protect his powers and fulfill his father's wishes, as losing them means losing his chance to rescue Will. But what happens when Patrick and Angela meet? Will Angela fall in love with Patrick, despite his lingering feelings for his ex-girlfriend, Stephanie? Can Patrick accept Angela for who she is, or will he remain haunted by his past? As their relationship unfolds amidst supernatural threats and personal struggles, the stakes grow higher. Will they be able to navigate their complex feelings and unite against the forces that threaten their world? Read the story to discover their journey of love, sacrifice, and the quest for freedom.

Lost Between Worlds by AppleSauce_175

Seventeen-year-old Elena is trapped in a tumultuous home life, where her parents' constant arguments drown out any sense of peace. Burdened with responsibilities and hiding her pain behind a facade of kindness, she longs for an escape. One fateful day, after crying in solitude, she encounters a mysterious boy who unexpectedly teleports her to a fantastical world-a place that feels like a dream. In this enchanting realm, filled with magic, elves, and mythical creatures, Elena discovers an orphanage where she befriends children who share her desire for love and belonging. As she revels in the freedom and joy of her new life, the boy insists she stay, wanting to protect her from the turmoil of her past. Yet, as the enchantment begins to fade, Elena realizes she must confront her reality. Torn between the allure of this new world and her longing for home, Elena must navigate her feelings and decide if she truly wants to return to a family that has changed beyond recognition-or if she can find a way to heal both worlds.

The Summer Before by LAArms21

Tessa's love life is full of clichés. She fell for the boy next door, her brother's best friend, and her childhood crush. They all just happen to be the same guy- Levi Daniels. Tessa and Levi seem to be stuck in an endless loop of right person, wrong time scenarios where one of them is single when the other isn't. One summer, that finally changes. Both Tessa and Levi are single, and the spark that's always been there seems to burn brighter than ever before as the two join their friends for another summer of fun at their coveted lake house. Things couldn't be better. Their star-crossed love seems to finally be morphing into a fairy tale, but is one night really all it takes for them to find their happily ever after? You know what they say... If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. ~ Levi did the one thing he wasn't supposed to do. He fell for his best friend's sister- someone he would never be free of if anything bad ever happened. There was something about Tessa Rhodes that kept him coming back. She was his kryptonite, and no matter how hard he tried, he could never quite bury his feelings for her. Then came the summer that changed everything. Levi finally decided to let his inhibitions go. Even if it didn't work out, he had to see what would happen. He told Tessa everything, baring his feelings, and leaving the ball in her court. One night would change their relationship forever, and an infuriating discovery the next morning would threaten to ruin them for good. ~ What happened in the course of those few hours that took these lovebirds from happily ever after to heartbreak hotel? Find out in The Summer Before.

Don't Go Into The Woods by Angelsarefromheaven

Rebellious 17 year old Savannah King believes she has her life all figured out. After finishing high school, leave home and her mom, who she calls by her name - CoCo. She believes thoroughly that the only person she ever needed was her beloved father who tragically passed when she was still too young and far from ready to let him go. Ever since than she always felt alone, becoming accustomed to not needing anyone in her life for very long periods of time or not at all. As far as she cares, the more alone she is, the better. That is till the fateful night she accidentally gets caught sneaking into the home of her stepfather, semi intoxicated after a night of partying. Savannah is forced to attend an old boarding school in another town as her mother's way of trying to save her destructive daughter. Savannah's life as she knows it will never be the same again after her encounter with a young man called Dimitri who she cannot seem to stay away from no matter how hard she tries. The feeling seems to be mutual as he is there at almost every corner. It doesn't take long for Savannah to fall crazily in love with Dimitri whilst at the same time becoming aware of the urban legends of the woods surrounding the school and town she has been sent to. The fact that the woods are off limits and not allowed to be entered, only intrigues Savannah's interest even more. But little does she know, Dimitri knows more then what he is letting on. Are the woods merely woods? Or is there more to it then meets the eye? What does Dimitri know which he is refusing to tell Savannah? Why is she constantly being warned to stay away from the woods? Can urban legends be true? Will their love survive the truth? All questions are answered in this different take on love, friendship and the journey to discovering the truth, yourself and what is worth living and fighting for.

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"Thunder and solar eclipses used to be considered supernatural. It's only a label until a scientist proves it with their biased rulebook. Once they do, it just becomes nature. What if there was a different rulebook?" A PARANORMAL ROMANCE: Homesick for Georgia, Dana must wait three summer months in Benton for probate to clear on her estranged grandmother's estate or face losing her inheritance. Chased by a loan shark she owes a debt to, Dana turns to local mechanics, Paul and Luke, for protection. But when the charismatic brothers withhold secrets scarier than the criminal hunting her, she soon realizes Benton serves another purpose. The town plays by a different rulebook. Dead doesn't always mean buried. Her return may no longer be the coincidence she once thought it was, and the very essence of what it means to be 'free' becomes threatened. ************************************************ Copyright 2022 Sarah3534. Cover and all elements made on Canva. Word count 72k+

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