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Shadows and Thorns

Reads 44
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Reads 44
Votes 30
Parts 15
Time 33m

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In a world where darkness and desire intertwine, "Shadows and Thorns" unveils the haunting tale of two souls trapped by fate and driven by a love so fierce it defies reason. Dante, a man with a heart scarred by betrayal, and Alina, a woman desperate to escape her past, find themselves caught in a web of secrets, danger, and forbidden passion. But as their love grows, so does the shadow of the curse that binds them. Will they succumb to the darkness, or will their love find a way to shatter the chains?All Rights Reserved

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Shadows of Desire by LuLuLand123

In the gothic backdrop of a prestigious university, Lila Morgan is a fiercely independent psychology student determined to bury her painful past in academic success. When she is forced to partner with Dante Blackwood, the campus's notorious bad boy with a dangerous family legacy, their fiery rivalry quickly ignites into a forbidden romance. As Lila unravels the dark secrets surrounding Dante's life-linked to a criminal underworld that threatens her best friend-she is torn between her growing feelings for him and her loyalty to those she loves. As their passionate affair spirals into chaos, Lila and Dante must confront their deepest fears and the shadows of their pasts. With danger closing in and their lives hanging in the balance, they embark on a perilous journey that tests the limits of love, loyalty, and sacrifice. Shadows of Desire is a gripping dark romance that explores the intricate dance between light and darkness, revealing that sometimes, love can be the most dangerous game of all. Will they emerge unscathed, or will their entwined fates lead to destruction?

Crimson Veil by mia_cara_shrutz

The kingdom is on the brink of war, and Princess Seraphina's father is desperate to secure her future-by forcing her into marriage. But when a stormy night ride leads to an encounter with a mysterious stranger, her life takes a deadly turn. But fate is relentless. He watches her from the shadows, hiding a dangerous secret-he's a vampire, and their worlds are sworn enemies. As betrayal brews in the palace, alliances shift, and an ancient war ignites, Seraphina finds herself drawn to the very monster she was raised to despise. When love turns into ruin, a single choice will seal her fate: fight for the kingdom that betrayed her or embrace the darkness that now claims her soul. A tale of forbidden love, power, and vengeance-where the line between savior and villain is blurred, and the dead never truly rest.

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Shadow Of Vengeance by ethereallquill

Crystal, a struggling artist, is forced into a dangerous contract with Adrian, a ruthless billionaire whose past is as dark as his soul. Adrian controls everything-and soon, Crystal's heart becomes just another part of his empire. What starts as a cold business deal soon turns into a passionate, perilous romance, as Adrian's greatest enemy, Victor, resurfaces, threatening everything they've built. As the past closes in, Crystal's love challenges Adrian's darkest fears. But will it be enough to save them, or will Victor's vengeance destroy them both? Shadows Of Vengeance, a thrilling tale of love, obsession, and redemption, where trust is the greatest gamble.

BLOODY ATONEMENT by berfin_zeynep_4757

"Love and Revenge in the Shadow of Fate" Valeria carries the trauma of her family's brutal murder, continuing her life with nothing but grief and a thirst for revenge. However, fate has its own plans, leading her to cross paths with Ivan. Ivan is a man hardened by his past, living in the shadow of hatred, pain, and loss. As these two wounded souls are forced to step into each other's worlds, an increasingly deep bond forms between them. In the dark alleys of the mafia underworld, amid secrets and threats, their love becomes a journey filled with contradictions. With every step, they battle the dark scars of the past and the uncertainty of the future. In a story where pain and hatred intertwine, Valeria and Ivan will discover love and reshape their lives. But can some sins ever truly be redeemed? One question still lingers in the air: Will their love be the end of everything, or their only salvation?

Malevolent by ANovelA

When Amra gets kidnapped by a demon, she imagined she'd be dead within the second and yet he seems hell bent on proving to her that they are more alike than she cares to admit. Twisted, unpredictable, and wrapped with dark humor and sexual tension, Dante will stop at nothing to get Amra to sign his contract and own her, body and soul. 𓆰𓆪 This story is 18+: contains mature & graphic content, foul language, violence, smut duh. Please read the detailed list of trigger warnings . #𝟓 𝐢𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝟕/𝟐𝟕/𝟐𝟑 #𝟏 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝟏𝟐/𝟏𝟎/𝟐𝟑

Hostage Forever by Kattyfish03

The moment his eyes lands on her, he's all determined to make her his. He gets and keeps her against her will. But what he doesn't know is that, there's someone else out there, lurking in the shadows who has his eyes on her, and an ulterior motive too... What happens when two psychopaths cross paths? Who is going to win and who is going to lose? However, the person who suffers and loses the most is the innocent soul who never thought that her life would turn into a living hell. ⚠️ WARNING ⚠️: Mature content, Physical abuse, Self-harm, Sexual assault, Gross torture and many more.... Note: Draft version, will be edited soon.

The Shadow Of Betrayal by YashikaAggarwal158

In the shadow of a kingdom torn by betrayal and war, Draven, a fierce and calculating prince, meets Seraphina, the captivating daughter of a noble family. Their hatred for each other is as fiery as the secrets they hide. But as forces threaten their realm, they are drawn into a deadly game of passion, revenge, and power. What begins as an intense rivalry soon morphs into an all-consuming love, with betrayal, sacrifices, and dangerous enemies threatening to tear them apart. Will their love conquer all, or will their past and present destroy them?

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Shadows of Desire

In the gothic backdrop of a prestigious university, Lila Morgan is a fiercely independent psychology student determined to bury her painful past in academic success. When she is forced to partner with Dante Blackwood, the campus's notorious bad boy with a dangerous family legacy, their fiery rivalry quickly ignites into a forbidden romance. As Lila unravels the dark secrets surrounding Dante's life-linked to a criminal underworld that threatens her best friend-she is torn between her growing feelings for him and her loyalty to those she loves. As their passionate affair spirals into chaos, Lila and Dante must confront their deepest fears and the shadows of their pasts. With danger closing in and their lives hanging in the balance, they embark on a perilous journey that tests the limits of love, loyalty, and sacrifice. Shadows of Desire is a gripping dark romance that explores the intricate dance between light and darkness, revealing that sometimes, love can be the most dangerous game of all. Will they emerge unscathed, or will their entwined fates lead to destruction?