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Veil of Shadows

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Parts 16
Time 1h 23m

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In a world where ancient magic lingers beneath the surface and steam-powered inventions shape the future, Selene, a cloaked assassin with a dark past, and Taren, a rogue inventor with a heart full of secrets, must confront forces beyond their control.

When Selene's hidden power draws the attention of a ruthless faction bent on awakening a forgotten darkness, she finds her only ally is Taren, a daring engineer whose brass and clockwork creations may hold the key to their survival-but trusting him could be as dangerous as the enemies they face.

As the line between light and shadow blurs, Selene and Taren are pulled into a web of intrigue, betrayal, and forbidden magic. With enemies closing in from every direction, they must uncover the truth behind an ancient prophecy that links them both-and make impossible choices before the darkness consumes them.All Rights Reserved

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Velquis by Dyneats

A stolen crown. A silenced heir. A flame that won't be contained. Empress Selene claimed power with lies, ruling an empire of fear behind beauty and fire. But in the shadows, Marielle Rosa knows the truth a birthright erased and a throne forged in deceit. When Emperor Kairos returns to a broken kingdom, betrayed by the woman he trusted, he must choose: rebuild with the rightful heir or let the fire consume what remains. In a realm where legacy is buried and truth burns, justice rises from the ash. ⚠️ Content Warning: This story contains mature themes including political manipulation, emotional trauma, imperial justice, betrayal, and death. All content is presented within a fantasy context for narrative purposes. Reader discretion is advised.

Witchbound 1 by ELKrraz

In a small, seemingly ordinary town, Selene has always felt like she's just another face in the crowd. Her life revolves around the typical high school experiences-hanging out with friends, navigating the ups and downs of teenage life, and managing the constant buzz of schoolwork and daily routines. To the outside world, it's a life like any other, filled with the usual moments of frustration and joy. Yet, beneath the surface of this mundane existence lies a hidden world, one that Selene never could have imagined. Magic, mystical creatures, and ancient forces have quietly coexisted with her reality, just out of sight. It's a world governed by secrets, where the extraordinary is concealed by the normal. When Selene's life unexpectedly takes a turn, she is drawn to Eldermyst Academy, an ancient, secluded institution that holds the key to her true potential. The academy is a place far removed from her small-town life, a place where the supernatural is a part of everyday existence. Here, Selene begins to uncover her own latent powers, powers that have been dormant for years. The stark contrast between her once predictable world and the strange, mystical realm she enters becomes the foundation for her transformation. As she explores secret locations, encounters creatures beyond imagination, and navigates the complexities of magical realms, Selene begins to realize that her journey isn't just about surviving the chaos of two worlds colliding-it's about mastering the forces within herself, understanding the legacy that runs through her veins, and coming to terms with the power she holds. Each challenge she faces, each discovery she makes, takes her further away from the life she knew, and closer to a destiny that was always waiting for her.

SEX AND SINS (The Alpha's Forbidden Claim) by excel_arthur

WARNING: MATURE CONTENT. RATED 18+. 90% STEAMY Selene never expected the thick darkness her life was about to plunge into. A young, new-adult wolf raised under the strict expectations of her aging father and the proud legacy of her ancestors, she's lived by every rule-rules meant to keep her from losing to the rival dynasty threatening to claim the throne from her family, the prestigious Ravencrofts. But the one person she thought would protect her shatters her instead. Her father's cold, public humiliation cuts deeper than any enemy's blade, all because of the one flaw she can't control-her heat. It surges too often, too powerfully, even outside mating season... and now it's a curse she can't escape. Broken and burning for release, Selene seeks reckless oblivion in the city's most dangerous den of demons-a forbidden club dripping with sin and shadow. There, she collides with a sinfully irresistible stranger drawn to the wild, unrestrained heat she can't hide. One night is all it takes for him to brand himself into her body and soul-a night of decadent, breathless pleasure she'll never forget. But when the haze fades, Selene learns the devastating truth. The man who consumed her? Her older sister's Alpha husband. He's already tasted her. He wants more. And he'll stop at nothing-no law, no loyalty, no taboo-to claim her completely. Now Selene is caught in a storm of forbidden desire, torn between resisting the man who could ruin her and surrendering to the sinful pull that could destroy them both. Because the only thing more dangerous than his touch... is how much she wants it. AUTHOR'S NOTE: FOLLOW MY WATTPAD AND INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT PLEASE 🥺 And also do me a favor by commenting and voting for this novel. Share your thoughts on what you think of the story, I need your honest reviews please. 😭🙏🏻🙏🏼🙏🏼

Nyctophilia by deAth490

In a world where light and shadows war for control, Selene's life takes an unexpected turn when she discovers her mysterious powers-gifts awakened by an ancient darkness. Once bound to her closest friend, Kairos, their unbreakable bond is tested when betrayal strikes and the darkness she has unleashed threatens to consume everything. As secrets unravel and truths come to light, Selene must face the consequences of her powers, the pain of losing the one person she trusted most, and the eerie pull of the shadows. Will she embrace the darkness, or fight against a fate she never wanted?

Shadows of the fallen by JustCazzo

In a world torn apart by war and dark magic, Selene, the heir to the kingdom of light, and Kaelen, the leader of the rebellious fallen forces, find their fates intertwined. When the legendary Crucible, a powerful and ancient artifact capable of restoring peace or causing destruction, resurfaces, Selene and Kaelen must navigate their differences and the consequences of their pasts to protect the future. As they fight side by side against enemies who seek to control the Crucible's power for their own gain, they discover that their true strength lies not only in the magic they wield, but in the bond they share. Together, they must unite the fractured kingdoms, face relentless rebellion, and conquer the shadows of their pasts to forge a new world-a world where peace, love, and sacrifice shape the future.

The First Lady's Gambit by Delphinerosewrites

Book Two in The First Lady's series Selene Delaire didn't claw her way to the top just to play by anyone else's rules. Tethered to a man who uses obsession as leverage and blackmail as foreplay, she walks a knife's edge between power and peril. The deeper she's pulled into the shadows of political power, the more dangerous the truth becomes-especially the truth behind Ghost Cargo, a secret so vast it could bring empires to their knees. When a familiar face from her past resurfaces, Selene isn't sure if he's come to save her or ruin her. And as Damian tightens his grip, obsession threatening to tip into madness, Selene must play every card she has left to outmaneuver the very machine that once tried to fix her. Because in this game, mercy is weakness and queens only rise when kings fall.

The First Lady's Vengeance|18+ by Delphinerosewrites

Selene Moreau was never just a wife-she was the kingmaker. While the world saw a graceful First Lady, beneath the polished smile lived a woman who had sacrificed everything to put Alexander Moreau in the Oval Office. She shaped his image, orchestrated his rise, and made him untouchable. Then he betrayed her. When the mistress emerges, when whispers of scandal grow too loud to ignore, when the man she built tries to erase her-Selene doesn't crumble. She evolves. Moving through Washington's halls like a ghost, she turns allies into enemies and secrets into weapons. But in a city where power is everything, nothing is as it seems. A dangerous billionaire circles like a predator. A rival waits in the shadows for their moment to strike. And Alexander's mistress? She's a wound he won't let heal-and a threat Selene won't let live. Every player has their own game. Selene is playing for keeps. As the stakes rise and the walls close in, the question isn't how far she'll go to reclaim her life-but what kind of woman she'll become when the reckoning comes. In Washington, when the throne crumbles, only the ruthless survive to claim what remains. BOOK REVIEWS SuzeenaXtha: "Why's this the best book I've ever read here?" the_infinite_flame: "Oh my God... what a book! The way the story spiraled throughout had me hooked. Definitely reading the next one. I can't name one character as my favorite-all of them were great. I loved your work. Keep writing!" 538409c: "I'm genuinely lost for words... totally not expecting this ending when I first started your book. Really not sure what I want now? Excited for a second book but not sure if my nerves could take another one..."

Blood of the Bound by HunerHailee

Selene Varrow was never meant to survive. Born under a blood moon, raised in silence by a coven that feared her, she has spent nineteen years hidden from the world - voiceless, powerless, forgotten. Until the eclipse. Until he comes for her - a creature of shadows and fire, claiming to be her fated mate. A prince from a bloodline older than the gods. A monster sent to bind her... or kill her. When he marks her, something ancient wakes in her bones. Power. Hunger. Memory. Rage. Selene isn't human. She isn't witch. She is the last heir to a fallen goddess - and her mate may be her one salvation... or the key to her destruction. In a world of betrayal, prophecy, and forbidden love, Selene must decide: Bow to the fate written for her... Or burn the world to rewrite it in blood and ash

Echoes of the Forgotten Blood by yulia-tess

Navira Dray has spent her life in silence, beaten down by an abusive adoptive family who made her believe she was nothing. But on her seventeenth birthday, a violent surge of energy erupts from within her, awakening powers she can't control and memories she doesn't understand. At school, she's drawn to her mysterious home room teacher, Taren Volkov, whose attention feels both dangerous and familiar. When she discovers that he belongs to a secret society sworn to protect her kind, she's thrust into a hidden world of ancient magic, rival factions, and a prophecy that names her as the one who will either bring balance - or destruction. As her powers grow, so does the darkness within her. The line between love and manipulation, destiny and free will, begins to blur. When betrayal strikes from all sides, she must decide whether to embrace the darkness of her heritage or rewrite the prophecy in her own name. The Awakening of the Forsaken is a young adult dark fantasy novel exploring trauma, identity, forbidden love, and the power of choice in a world built on secrets.

Ashes Of Trust by fearlxss

In the kingdom of Arkan, a fragile alliance between humans and fae teeters on the brink of destruction. Selenia, a fierce and independent thief, has spent her life surviving on the streets, haunted by the memories of her parents' tragic deaths. When she crosses paths with Aldric, a kind-hearted fae blacksmith, a bond forms between them that becomes her anchor in a world of turmoil. But the fragile peace is shattered when an ancient darkness awakens, and Valarian, a malevolent sorcerer, begins to spread chaos across the realm. Selenia, Aldric, and Thoran, a determined human knight, join forces to stop the impending catastrophe. Along the way, they are joined by Kaspian, a charming and skilled assassin with a mysterious past, and Taryn, a powerful and enigmatic sorceress who holds secrets of her own. As the group journeys through dangerous lands, Selenia grows closer to Kaspian, finding trust and comfort in his presence. But trust is a fragile thing, and when betrayal strikes from within their ranks, Selenia must confront the truth: the person she trusted the most may be the one who will destroy them all. In a world where fire, magic, and darkness intertwine, will the ashes of trust lead to redemption-or ruin?

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Velquis

A stolen crown. A silenced heir. A flame that won't be contained. Empress Selene claimed power with lies, ruling an empire of fear behind beauty and fire. But in the shadows, Marielle Rosa knows the truth a birthright erased and a throne forged in deceit. When Emperor Kairos returns to a broken kingdom, betrayed by the woman he trusted, he must choose: rebuild with the rightful heir or let the fire consume what remains. In a realm where legacy is buried and truth burns, justice rises from the ash. ⚠️ Content Warning: This story contains mature themes including political manipulation, emotional trauma, imperial justice, betrayal, and death. All content is presented within a fantasy context for narrative purposes. Reader discretion is advised.