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The Lies We Keep

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Reads 114
Votes 11
Parts 37
Time 5h 41m

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banter paranormal romance

At Blackthorn University, magic is real, sarcasm is a weapon, and ancient secrets never stay buried for long. 

Elara Winters thought surviving her first year would be her biggest challenge - until she discovers her bloodline is tied to a forgotten war, her enemies wear charming smiles, and her destiny might involve saving the world... or burning it down. With her grumpy academic rival-turned-reluctant partner, Sebastian Blackthorn, a misfit crew of friends with secrets of their own, Elara is drawn into a labyrinth of cursed vaults, magical politics, and a war that never really ended. As forgotten powers awaken and shadows crawl through campus halls, the only things sharper than their swords are their comebacks. 

Romance, danger, and very questionable life choices collide in a story where love is messy, magic is dangerous, and nothing at Blackthorn stays buried forever. Because some destinies don't ask nicely. They drag you in kicking, screaming - and sarcastically armed.All Rights Reserved

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The Dead Remember Us

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