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Translucent

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Reads 75,202
Votes 3,806
Parts 56
Time 9h 48m

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When Lisa Finch moves to a small town in Scotland after her parents' divorce, the least she expects is to see ghosts.
                                                                              
Meanwhile, Cornelius Haywood has died for almost a century and despises the living. Yet, his spirit is trapped in the house Lisa moves into.
                                                                              
When they cross path, Lisa begins to question Cornelius' existence - the key to his unfinished business which she's eager to discover. However, their gradual interaction turns into a ticking bomb, as Lisa finds herself falling for the ghost and realizing there's no possible force in this universe can bring them a 'happily ever after'.
                                                                              
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The Devil's Bargain by enchantedlilbiscuit

After barely escaping an abusive relationship, Kristina seeks solace in a small, isolated town, where she takes refuge in a crumbling mansion rumored to be cursed. The mansion's owner, Kyle Blackwood, is a brooding and mysterious recluse with a tragic past. Despite his cold demeanor, Kristina is drawn to him, unaware that she's the focus of a deep, dangerous obsession. As Kristina begins to uncover the sinister history of the mansion, she realizes that Kyle is hiding dark secrets-secrets that link him to the tragic deaths of his former lovers. Strange occurrences and chilling apparitions blur the line between reality and madness, making her question whether the mansion itself is alive, feeding off her fears. Kyle's possessive desire for Kristina grows stronger with each passing day, leaving her trapped between the allure of his tormented soul and the terrifying possibility that she may become the next victim of the mansion's twisted legacy. As she unravels the truth about Kyle's past, Kristina must decide if his obsession is love or something far more sinister. 🛑TRIGGER WARNINGS 🛑 Abuse Stalking Possession/Control Gun play Gore/Violence - Graphic descriptions of violence or deaths tied to the mansion's history. Mental Illness - Gaslighting, psychological manipulation, and depictions of mental instability. Isolation - Kristina's physical and emotional isolation in a remote mansion Supernatural Themes - Hauntings, ghosts, and paranormal occurrences. Implied Sexual Assault - Hints at non-consensual situations in the backstory or current events. Death - Themes of death, especially regarding Kyle's former lovers and possibly Kristina. Obsessive Love - Unhealthy relationships, blurred boundaries between love and obsession. Toxic Relationships - Depiction of toxic power dynamics and manipulation. Self-Harm - Potential self-destructive behaviors. Gaslighting - Manipulation leading Kristina to question her own sanity.

The Eternal Tenant by sainaslife

A cursed house, a forgotten ritual, and a girl trapped between the living and the dead. Sienna was poor, she had lost everything after her business went bankrupt. She had to sell everything and move to a more affordable city, somewhere quiet, away from all the drama and trauma. She found a small town, far away from where she lived. She started working as a waitress and was living in her car until one day she saw a rental ad, a beautiful Victorian Gothic style house in the woods, for such a low price! It seemed too good to be real, but she took her chances and arranged a meeting with the owner, unaware of the indescribable consequences that her decision was about to throw her way...

Shadows of the Past by Karma_2002

(COMPLETED) In the heart of a sprawling mansion, a centuries-old ghost named Kaden has been trapped, bound by dark secrets and unfinished business. When Lily, a brave and curious newcomer, moves into the mansion, Kaden's world is turned upside down. As they begin to unravel the mysteries of the estate and his past together, they find themselves inexplicably drawn to each other, their connection growing stronger with each passing day. But their love is forbidden, and a dark force from his past threatens to tear them apart. Can Kaden and Lily overcome the darkness and find a way to be together, or will the forces of the past keep them forever apart?

Nessa's Fate by Alva_Eriksson

After awakening in an unfamiliar fantasy world, a Canadian trauma nurse allies with a mysterious elf king to save his world from the shadows that feast on its inhabitants. *** Death is no stranger to ER nurse Nessa. Little does she know she's going to face her own. After a night shift, Nessa crashes her vehicle in a snowstorm and wakes up in an unfamiliar forest full of elves. With no way home and now a prisoner, she has no choice but to craft a believable story to keep herself alive. Further complicating things, Nessa finds herself undeniably attracted to her captor. Shadows devour King Trystan's subjects. His people are disappearing at an alarming rate. When his son delivers a strange human woman to his dungeon, he believes she may have something to do with the disappearances. Despite his suspicion, he finds himself drawn to her like no other. Can Nessa and Trystan put aside their connection to save his people, or will it lead to the destruction of all they hold dear? *** Updated Fridays. 80,000 Words when complete. Mature subject matter: violence, sexual content, some language. Wattpad Creator, Watty Winner, and Wattpad Featured Author!

Beyound the manor walls by Lekeesiahappollos

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The Forgotten Duchess by MoonlightHunter3

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The Devil's Bargain

After barely escaping an abusive relationship, Kristina seeks solace in a small, isolated town, where she takes refuge in a crumbling mansion rumored to be cursed. The mansion's owner, Kyle Blackwood, is a brooding and mysterious recluse with a tragic past. Despite his cold demeanor, Kristina is drawn to him, unaware that she's the focus of a deep, dangerous obsession. As Kristina begins to uncover the sinister history of the mansion, she realizes that Kyle is hiding dark secrets-secrets that link him to the tragic deaths of his former lovers. Strange occurrences and chilling apparitions blur the line between reality and madness, making her question whether the mansion itself is alive, feeding off her fears. Kyle's possessive desire for Kristina grows stronger with each passing day, leaving her trapped between the allure of his tormented soul and the terrifying possibility that she may become the next victim of the mansion's twisted legacy. As she unravels the truth about Kyle's past, Kristina must decide if his obsession is love or something far more sinister. 🛑TRIGGER WARNINGS 🛑 Abuse Stalking Possession/Control Gun play Gore/Violence - Graphic descriptions of violence or deaths tied to the mansion's history. Mental Illness - Gaslighting, psychological manipulation, and depictions of mental instability. Isolation - Kristina's physical and emotional isolation in a remote mansion Supernatural Themes - Hauntings, ghosts, and paranormal occurrences. Implied Sexual Assault - Hints at non-consensual situations in the backstory or current events. Death - Themes of death, especially regarding Kyle's former lovers and possibly Kristina. Obsessive Love - Unhealthy relationships, blurred boundaries between love and obsession. Toxic Relationships - Depiction of toxic power dynamics and manipulation. Self-Harm - Potential self-destructive behaviors. Gaslighting - Manipulation leading Kristina to question her own sanity.