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Masks Off

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Reads 112
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Parts 15
Time 2h 48m

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The annual Masquerade Ball of Unity has been labeled the event of the year for centuries. A way for the 16-year-olds of Norvinia to get a night full of dancing, delicious food, and gorgeous gowns free of any charge. There are only 4 rules:
1. Every eligible teen must attend. 
2. No entrance to the ball past 6:15
3. No leaving until 12:00, no exceptions. 
and 4. Masks stay on.

Teens everywhere spend weeks trying to find the perfect dress and mask for a once-in-a-lifetime event. 

But for Esmé Grace, a girl who has recently lost her father, she would rather do anything else. Her expectations for the night consist of hiding in a corner, and counting the seconds until she can leave. 
But after she discovers the sinister meaning behind the ball, Esmé finds herself caught in a war between doing what she knows is right or giving in to the fear that has plagued her decisions for as long as she remembers.

Masks Off is a story full of betrayal, romance, and adventure.

( Keep in mind that this is the first draft of the book. So, there may be some mistakes. If you see any, please feel free to comment so I can fix them :) Any feedback/advice would also be extremely appreciated.  )All Rights Reserved

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Masked ✔ by AlwaysWillTry

* * * "...Why are you following me?" I only muttered in case no one was really there. I didn't want any surrounding people to think I was crazy and just imagining someone behind me. "I didn't even get a thank you." To my surprise, there was a response. Slightly horrified, I spun around to look my rescuer in the eyes. Scratch that. In the mask. He was wearing a mask. * * * Saved from a rapist by a pirate. At first, Vivienne sees pirates as scums. She believes all of them are full of greed. Well, Vivienne isn't completely wrong. But when she accidentally boards a pirate ship belonging to the Masquerade Messes, her entire life takes a turn. Perhaps for the better, perhaps for the worse... either way, Vivienne occupies her time by trying to identify her rescuer. He's a part of the crew, but the only time he appears is during the masquerade parties. She tries to figure out who he is, but she struggles badly. He's just always masked. * * * //completed as of 12/15/16//

Unraveling Eden ✔ [ONC 2021] by AllieDawnx

In Eden Rutledge's dreams, she travels to a distant past while she spends her days living in the shadow of her parents' expectations. As a founding family of the picturesque town of Echary, reputation was of the utmost importance, especially after her sister's untimely death. On the town's anniversary, the Rutledges hold a lavished masked ball. When Eden falls into Ethan Baker's arms, she is thrust into the past yet again and finds herself feeling an eerie connection to the mysterious stranger. The two are drawn together like a moth to a flame, but as the past unravels so will Eden. Falling in love is inevitable, but withstanding the tests of fate may be unfathomable. *** This story is inspired by prompt #87 in the Teen Fiction section of the Open Novella Contest 2021: "With the Kingdom Heir coming of age celebration fast approaching, the search for a match begins. It is decreed a dance will be held; an anonymous masked ball."

The Red Thread by txatilovestom

In a world of masks, the most dangerous thing is to be seen. Ivy was born to disappear - trained as a weapon, perfected as a lie. Elegant, ruthless, and untouchable, she's spent her life behind silk veils and sharp smiles. When her mother forces her into a masked ball deep within the heart of society's elite, Ivy is meant to be a distraction. A pawn. Instead, she becomes the spark. Tom Kaulitz is everything Ivy despises - flirty, charming, silver-tongued. He dances like he knows he's being watched and fights like he doesn't care who's looking. Assigned as Ivy's partner, he's a complication she can't afford. But he sees her. The parts no one is supposed to. As secrets tangle and rehearsals turn into rituals, Ivy finds herself caught between the mission she was raised for and the boy who keeps stepping too close. What begins as a game of stolen glances and whispered threats spirals into something far more dangerous - betrayal, bloodshed, and a love Ivy never believed she could want. Because the ball is only the beginning. And once the mask comes off, there's no going back.

Unwittingly by happyperson081

"All of the noble ladies, aged 18-20, and all of the noble lords, aged 18-25, are invited to attend a betrothal celebration. On the first night, a masquerade ball shall take place, so you know not what the other person looks like. This is to keep the identity of the Prince Damien a secret. On the second day, there shall be a garden party, on the third day there shall be a sparring match for the men and a beauty day for the women, on the fourth dates, and on the fifth, the betrothals. Any and all questions must go to Hebert at the palace. Thank you," the small man stepped down from the podium in the center of town square, and as soon as he hopped into his carriage and road away, the square became alive with buzz. ** Lady Emray Evergreen wants to find her soul mate, but she doesn't want to go through a betrothal celebration to find him. Prince Damien Lovette wishes not to marry, and wants to stay away from the betrothal celebration at all costs. What happens when their fates become entwined? ONC 2021 Longlister Prompt number 87: With the Kingdom Heir coming-of-age celebration fast approaching, the search for a match begins. It is decreed a dance will be held; an anonymous masked ball. Cover Credits to meha-k

To Avoid Falling In Love by xxin_another_lifexx

Being invited to the crown princes birthday as a potential courting partner isn't something you can ignore easily, even if you are his younger brother's closest friend. Alphaea Raze, the duke's daughter, is stuck in the middle of this issue. When she gets invited to His Highness, Cyrus Arcane's birthday she wants to hurl. Getting there is even worse, as the king and queen scrutinize her ever movement and the other young ladies around her act like they have never seen a man before. And what is the icing on the cake you may ask? That would have to be that Cyrus Arcane seems to be an asshole she immediately can't stand. Going to this party may be the death of her, literally. How are you even supposed to fall in love with such a rude man anyways?

Venomously, yours by bo0k__nerd

With the Kingdom Heir coming-of-age celebration fast approaching, the search for a match begins. It is decreed a dance will be held; an anonymous masked ball. !!! THIS STORY IS FOR A CONTEST!!! ~~~ 12 princes 4 weeks 1 choice What can go wrong? Everything! The last thing Elide wanted in her life was to choose her other half according to her father's rules. 12 princes from all over the Kingdom of Amaris and other kingdoms have come to test their luck... But nothing is easy for Elide, especially when her father has the right to make the final choice. But don't let that bring you down because Elide has a plan. She is going to escape this choosing... The news of 4 murders in one night has been spread all over the kingdom. That is nothing weird on a huge kingdom, right? Wrong! 4 princes have been murdered, no one knows who did this, people have chosen their suspects but nothing makes sense. The biggest question is how all 4 princes who were part of the forced-choosing were murdered. As if this is not enough more trouble lines itself in Elide's life, someone's behind her life. A trap is been set. Does she fall for it? Only time can tell. What happens with everyone is really hard to tell......but I can only give one warning: Appearances can be deceptive. ~~~ Co-written by me (@bo0k__nerd) and @shub2005

The Heir and the Undoing by ItsTheQuietGirls

After one of the bloodiest battles in fae history, where a betrayal rocked the Light Court, Elora finds herself in a terrible position. To take the crown she was born to she must find a Consort to rule at her side. Tradition requires her to hold a tournament and allow Lords and Ladies from across the Isle to compete for her hand. Even if that means opening their doors to those of the opposing Court and coming face-to-face with family of the man who betrayed her brother. Without knowing who she can trust or how she will ever make a decision Elora is torn between making the right choice for her Court and the enigmatic Lord she has vowed to hate. With prophecies, notes, and an unknown power at her fingertips she soon realises that someone saw her on the battlefield that day and knows the truth about what happened. Siblings parted by centuries, One that will break us, Another that frees. A coming together to signal the end, One betrayed by a lover, One betrayed by a friend. ACOTAR X Reign Based on the ONC prompt: 96. "Was this a game to you?" Secondary prompts: 18. There was something inside me that wouldn't stop until the whole world was blood. 39. "Fine, make me your villain." - From 'Shadow and Bone' by Leigh Bardugo #ONC22 #tsc22 Featured on Wattpad @Fantasy June 2022

The Art of Courts and Lies (Book 1 in The Gifted Trilogy) by chlo_dance

Ice flooded my veins as the realization of who he was hit me. It must have been evident on my face because the man in front of me let out a dark laugh. "Oh dear, you didn't realize you were talking to a royal, did you darling?" he crooned. Not just any royal. Kesserian Cinis. The recently coronated king and ruler over the Ember Court. I forgot how to breathe, my mind whirring as it tried to figure out how I could have been so stupid as to let this happen. *************************************************** Wren Heatherfield is on the run. Having turned 18, she is now in danger of becoming selected for the Garner, a deadly game in which the six kings who rule over her continent take eighteen non-magical girls and make them fight for their lives. But as she tries to avoid the game by running away with her best friend and her sister, she consequently finds herself doomed to be a competitor in the 246th Garner. But the Garner isn't the only thing capable of killing her. In a castle surrounded by kings with dark powers and girls fighting for their lives, she may find that the politics of royalty can be just as deadly as their games. No one can be trusted in a palace full of monsters and, if Wren has any hopes of survival, she may have to become one herself.

Full Circle (gxg) by Loiosh

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Masked ✔

* * * "...Why are you following me?" I only muttered in case no one was really there. I didn't want any surrounding people to think I was crazy and just imagining someone behind me. "I didn't even get a thank you." To my surprise, there was a response. Slightly horrified, I spun around to look my rescuer in the eyes. Scratch that. In the mask. He was wearing a mask. * * * Saved from a rapist by a pirate. At first, Vivienne sees pirates as scums. She believes all of them are full of greed. Well, Vivienne isn't completely wrong. But when she accidentally boards a pirate ship belonging to the Masquerade Messes, her entire life takes a turn. Perhaps for the better, perhaps for the worse... either way, Vivienne occupies her time by trying to identify her rescuer. He's a part of the crew, but the only time he appears is during the masquerade parties. She tries to figure out who he is, but she struggles badly. He's just always masked. * * * //completed as of 12/15/16//