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In the Shadow of Heaven
"The past is not a home you can go back to..."Yan BarCarran is lost in the world. Her time as a student at the top theological school in the galaxy is quickly coming to an end, and she's apprehensive about getting the research job she's always wanted. But on the cusp of her graduation, her plans change. Instead of a quiet scientific position, Yan is offered an apprenticeship with the most powerful man in the Empire. She can't say no to the chance to secure a future for her family, even if that comes with the possibility of someday becoming the leader of the Empire herself. With that decision, Yan is thrust into the political spotlight. Danger lurks around every corner.Can she learn enough from her powerful master to avoid making a fatal mistake? Are her fellow apprentices friends, or are they political rivals ready to stab her in the back? And can she really trust the reformed criminal who teaches her how to fight? Sometimes, the right choice is the hardest thing to see.------Additional InformationIn the Shadow of Heaven is a story that's partially about the banality of evil, partially about broken people finding each other (for better or for worse), and partially about the nature of belief. It's science fiction with mild fantasy elements. Since it's best described as a character focused drama, it's fairly slow in the beginning, but it picks up speed (and adventure) as it goes. It's an ensemble style story, and though Yan is the main character, there are many chapters that follow other characters and story arcs (specifically in the second act).Religion is a central element to the story, but this story is not an endorsement of any particular religion (or religion in general) and definitely not an attempt to proselytize to the reader. It's more of an exploration of what belief makes people do, rather than being a story that presupposes a religious truth.The primary romance is F/F, but it is not the only romance or the focus of the story.
Entranced
If there is one thing Shin Hyejeong doesn't understand, it's why her parents never allowed her to go to the circus out of town. Little does she know that it would be her unraveling. Shin Hyejeong is every successful chaebol's dream daughter. She acts responsibly, does well in her studies, stays away from the public eye for all the good reasons and above all, obeys her parents' every instruction. They know what's best for her, after all. Now twenty-four, Hyejeong, is intent on continuing her studies abroad, and believes she is prepared enough to take on the world without her parents narrating every step of the way. But they have other plans. When they announce that she is to be married off because she's not allowed to own the company by herself, Hyejeong is shocked. Her hopes of finally having her well-deserved freedom are crushed. In an effort to escape the bond of matrimony that her parents have decided for her, she runs away to the Cirque de Envoûtement to hide from her world of wealth, fame and more. What she doesn't expect is to enter another alternate reality where just about anything is possible. From bold acts to the equally fascinating performers, Hyejeong is about to learn the complexities behind who we really are after the curtains have been closed. As much as she tries not to be too drawn into the fantasy of the cirque, in the end it becomes the very thing that she lives for. Here is the story of a woman on the brink of adulthood, learning to find courage to stand up for herself, even if it means going against the people she loves. Includes Block B, Laboum and SPEED as part of the circus troupe. Cameos by BTS and EXO (in each subunits) in later chapters as they are intertwined with the circus. Concept inspiration by (but not limited to): - Block B's Jackpot - SPEED's Don't Tease Me - Laboum's What About You - Melanie Martinez's CarouselCover courtesy of the incredible Mizusora
when i am gone, this is how i want to be remembered
The man in the colourful bandana, staring through shaded glasses, at a world that fascinates him on every level. The tall, white goateed man, with the small gold loop earring. His senses provide the inspiration and his mind creates a universe of creativity. He knows not of style or gender. He simply takes what his mind processes and he puts it to paper. He has provided many hours of reading experiences for thousands and now ... his last collection. This is how he wants to be remembered. (a friend)