In the tranquil and enchanting town that rests peacefully between rolling hills, a remarkable tale unfolds. "Max: The Canine Enigma" is a captivating story that weaves together elements of mystique, love, and the extraordinary.
Meet Max, not your typical canine companion. Max possesses a secret, a gift that sets him apart from the rest of the world - the ability to transform into a human being. From the days of frolicking in meadows to moonlit nights by the fireplace, Max's journey takes an unexpected turn when Agnes, his beloved owner, reveals their family's deep-rooted connection to shape-shifting.
Under the luminous glow of a full moon, Agnes teaches Max the ancient art of transformation. His fur becomes skin, paws turn to hands, and a tail evolves into sturdy legs. Max is reborn as a young man, ready to embrace the mysteries of the human world.
As Max navigates the complexities of his new life, he finds work in a local bakery, where his heightened senses create delectable pastries. His story intertwines with that of Emily, a radiant young woman whose kindness captures Max's heart. Their love story is one for the ages, marked by acceptance and unwavering affection.
"Max: The Canine Enigma" is a tale of self-discovery, the power of love, and the resilience of the human (and canine) spirit. Max's extraordinary ability, kept hidden for so long, becomes a source of wonder and inspiration for the townsfolk who witness his transformations. Max's journey teaches us that sometimes, the most remarkable transformations are not physical but emotional.
In this heartwarming narrative, Max's existence is a testament to the enduring magic of love. His story inspires us to embrace our uniqueness and share our gifts with the world, even if they are as extraordinary as becoming a human from a dog under the full moon.
Join Max on a journey that explores the beauty of transformation, the bonds of love, and the enchanting world.
[WATTY'S 2024 SHORTLIST] When the Ravos Kingdom abducts the Nyrial Emperor's dragon, princess Aeryn Glastos must marry the demon prince planning her assassination to save her empire and end the war while guarding her heart and a dangerous secret.
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The twenty-two-year-old draconian princess is starting her final year at Insignia Academy during the height of the war between the draconians and demons. Aeryn's dream is to graduate as a bonded Champion in the Fire Force and fight in the war. The only problem is, she is the only draconian to never receive a power by age twenty. Ashamed of his powerless daughter, the emperor of the Nyrial Empire proposes a marriage between Aeryn and the Ravos Kingdom's demon prince to end the war and get his dragon back.
Shade Cross is ruthless, cunning, and dangerously powerful. Everything he touches dies, except Aeryn. He awakens something in her she has never felt before and she acquires not one, but two powers. She must navigate both nations built upon lies, betrayals, a forbidden alliance, and a deadly curse. When she discovers the truth about her empire, she must make a choice: protect the secrets and save her father, or side with the enemy. Aeryn needs to be careful because when it reigns, it pours, and she is caught right in the middle of a feuding storm between both nations.