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Finvarra's Circus
Born with a damaged heart, Leanna Weston has lived a sheltered life with little chance at adventure. When she hears that Finvarra's Circus is coming to her small town, she sneaks off to witness the magic first hand, sure that this is her only chance at experiencing true magic-even if the frightening rumors about the heartless Ringmaster, Finvarra, are true. Caught by Finvarra, Leanna is given one chance at survival: she must join the circus. As slowly she becomes part of the strange family, Leanna learns that there is more than magic to this circus, but an ancient curse that has tied Finvarra's life to its rings. If the circus fails, he dies.Leanna vows to save the circus, but when a ruthless enemy emerges, set on destroying it and Finvarra, will Leanna be able to save them both, or will her broken heart fail her just when she needs it most?Cover Artist: Lisa Rhodes
The Arcane Collective: Love, Hate, and Life
A growing darkness has been born into the world once again. Aven Shayde and a fist of his friends move away to Abalon, a city full of mysterious history and forbidden legend. It is here he discovers a phenomenon within him from the help of an elderly spirit known as The Ancient, who informs him of a dangerous destiny. Only with the assistance of his peers can he stand a chance against the shadows that mean to destroy him and everything he holds close. Friendships are torn apart, lovers are pushed to their limits, and enemies rise from the most unlikely places as Aven learns that true darkness lies within everything. The world he knows will forever change as he deals with the struggles of love, hate, and life in this opening chapter of The Arcane Collective.
ππ ππππππ πππππππ πππ ππππππ'π πππππ; eloise bridgerton
ππππ ππ πππ ππππ difference between a sin and a clandestine longing? A yearning that pulses silently beneath the surface, sheltered away from a place where love is tightly defined and drawn by ancient hands. Can a heart so full and so pure truly be blamed as sinful? Or is the true sin in the unspoken truth that binds them to stare across ballrooms?Siena DeLuca would have never imagined that one's heart could stray so far from the paths taught to follow. Her rebellion and often misunderstood ideals had never ventured so far as to imagine herself dipping her toes into forbidden places. But Eloise Bridgerton surely is a spark in the darkness- a wildfire that refuses to be tamed. She is the ocean's tide that pulls her to uncharted shores, leaves her wondering if she even cares about being a castaway from a society that has terribly failed at comprehending them.So, if it is a sin, must they sincerely care if they are sinners?BOOK 1 OF THE:γ BETWEEN THE FOLDS OF MY LETTERS γSERIES!
Licorice & Ink | Mr. Darcy
[ UNDERGOING EDITING 08-18-24 ] - Ever since she could walk, Elodie Bennet had expectations set upon her, as many other women did. As the second eldest, she was meant to care for her younger sisters and fulfill her duties without complaint. Being one of the eldest also meant marrying a suitable man as soon as possible to secure her family's financial stability. However, the suitors in town, all of whom she had already met, were rather deficient in admirable qualities, leaving her options quite limited. After initially misjudging the character of a certain Mr. Darcy at a local dance, she finds herself intrigued and determined to uncover the true nature of the man who had captured her curiosity.- "A daughter who refuses to marry sends her mother to her deathbed, Elodie Bennet!""After all the trouble you've caused, mamma, maybe that would be best!" "You spiteful woman!" π ππππππππππ πππππ π± π ππ!ππFitzwilliam Darcy x Fem!OCπππππππ πππππππππππ#1 in darcy#1 in prideandprejudice#1 in janeaustenstarted 02.17.22ended 08.14.24
scarlet heart | exo
A flash of lightning cracked the skies. The lightning reflected through the museum windows and shone on the strange relic.She saw her reflection in the black gemstone set in the centre of the relic, and she was... she was just herself. Black hoodie, worn out jeans, tattered converse sneakers and an old leather bag slung over one shoulder.The lightning flashed again.And her reflection changed.Her clothes morphed into some kind of embroidery. Her bag disappeared. And then the cluttered din reached her ears. It was loud. Ridiculously loud. Almost like it was a market place filled with chickes and horses and ancient people...SQUAWK.~~~Author's note: This fanfiction was inspired by the book and drama, Scarlet Heart/Startling by Each Step (ζ₯ζ₯ζεΏ). We took some major creative liberties with the plot, so unlike the book and dramas, it will not make references to actual history.~~~Rankings:#1 EXO of 73.6K stories [2020.08.30]#1 EXOM of 3.5K stories [2020.08.30]#40 Timetravel of 23K stories [2020.10.23]#23 Female Protagonist of 7.6K stories [2020.10.23]#5 Imperial of 6K stories [2020.09.29]#1 Palace of 2K stories
Greek Mythology
Greek mythology is the body of myths and teachings that belong to the ancient Greeks, concerning their gods and heroes, the nature of the world, and the origins and significance of their own cult and ritual practices. It was a part of the religion in ancient Greece. Modern scholars refer to and study the myths in an attempt to shed light on the religious and political institutions of Ancient Greece and its civilization, and to gain understanding of the nature of myth-making itself.Greek mythology is explicitly embodied in a large collection of narratives, and implicitly in Greek representational arts, such as vase-paintings and votive gifts. Greek myth attempts to explain the origins of the world, and details the lives and adventures of a wide variety of gods, goddesses, heroes, heroines and mythological creatures.-This Book of Greek Mythology contains :The beginning of the world : how the world created by the greek mythThe Olympian gods : will tell you about the 12 gods of Olympus + 2 (Hades and Hestia)The Greek Heroes : many famous Greek heroes are here including the mighty Hercules, Achilles and Jason.Other Myth : Also this book includes many famous Greek mythology such as the King Midas, Galatea and his creation and for Bonus; The Trojan War!-2017-Completed-ΚΞ¬μπινγκ μισΟ αΞ―μα
You are Beautiful.
Laura cree que su vida no vale la pena. Laura cree que la vida es una tontería. Ella está rota, las personas se encargaron de destruirla a lo largo de su vida. Ella no se quiere, ella odia cada cosa de sí misma. Gracias a todo lo que siente, se desquita de un modo muy terrible: ella corta sus venas. Cree que es la solución, cree que aquél castigo está bien, que eso es lo que ella merece. Ella planea morir. Pero en la vida las cosas nunca salen como uno lo piensa. A veces, aunque creamos que todo está perdido, de alguna manera puede aparecer alguien que te ayudará a darte cuenta de que las cosas no están tan mal. Esa persona es Ross Lynch, él nuevo vecino de Laura. Ellos se harán amigos, y gracias a Ross, Laura hará cosas que nunca imaginó.
Koldis the Green (DRAGONWALL SERIES 4)
Claire understand that to defeat Kane, she must master her magic. That means journeying deep within the forest, all the way to Esterpine, to study with the Sprites. But the forest isn't what it once was. A sickness is spreading, twisting all that it touches. With it, unrest grows among the prominent bloodlines under Queen Jade's rule. If Claire cannot conquer her doubts and step into the shoes she was meant to fill, the forest kingdom will fall. Meanwhile, Talon and Reyr have a new ally. The Dwargs have pledged their support in retaking Fort Squall. Plans are brewing. The Drengr must stand up against Kane and his wild dragons, or risk losing more of the north. But battling these beasts won't be easy. The people of Squall's End are at the mercy of dragonfire. How then can Talon hope to reconquer the fort without losing lives? What he needs is a secret weapon. A way to protect the people. Perhaps when the time comes, he might find exactly that.NOTE: THIS IS A *FIRST DRAFT* SERIAL UPDATE SERIES. CHAPTERS WILL POST WEEKLY EACH FRIDAY, AS I WRITE THE STORY. IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO WAIT IN BETWEEN CHAPTER UPDATES, SIMPLY ADD THIS STORY TO YOUR LIBRARY AND WAIT UNTIL IT IS FULLY WRITTEN.IT GENERALLY TAKES ME ABOUT 1 YEAR TO WRITE THE FULL STORY ONCE I START. I WRITE ABOUT 1 CHAPTER PER WEEK. THEREFORE I CANNOT POST MORE THAN 1 CHAPTER PER WEEK. ...YOU'VE BEEN WARNED!
![[601-800] THE EVOLUTION OF A GOBLIN TO THE PEAK](https://img.wattpad.com/cover/364055392.jpg "[601-800] THE EVOLUTION OF A GOBLIN TO THE PEAK")
[601-800] THE EVOLUTION OF A GOBLIN TO THE PEAK
Author:DonnEllAlternative names:N/AGenre:FantasySource:WebnovelStatus:Ongoing***The fantasy VRMMORPG, Battle Worlds, is one of the most played games in the world.In this game, there's a legendary player that could defeat a "Boss" on his own.His name is Blood(In-Game-Name).Blood is a legendary player that surpassed all the players in the world. He completed hundreds of quests and dungeon raids alone.When Blood was going to log off, suddenly the virtual capsule that he was wearing exploded causing him to die.His soul didn't go to the cycle of reincarnation but it was sucked by something causing him to transmigrate into a body of Goblin.This is a story about a boy that was transmigrated in the body of a Goblin. Follow him as he rises through the ranks and become the most powerful monster in the world.
A Royal Reckoning : Hugo x Sofia
In the enchanting kingdom of Enchancia, where magic swirls through every cobblestone, a village girl named Sofia unexpectedly ascends to royalty. Her transformation from commoner to princess catches the attention of the regal Prince Hugo, whose life has been a tapestry of privilege and duty.But Sofia is no ordinary princess. Beneath her tiara lies a secret-a mysterious lineage that intertwines with ancient prophecies and forgotten spells. As Hugo tries to unravel her enigma, he finds himself constantly outwitted by Sofia's wit, courage, and hidden powers.Their encounters spark a dance of rivalry and fascination. Why does Hugo feel drawn to this spirited girl who defies tradition? Is it her resilience, her laughter echoing through palace corridors, or the way her eyes hold the moon's secrets?
Empyrean Iris Story Collection Vol. 4
Part 4 of A growing collection of Humans are Space Orcs stories that details the adventures of Adam Vir, Sunny, Dr. Krill and other's in the Empyrean Iris Universe as they band together to fight the looming danger of the Void and its Legion.
The Tale of A Villainess βοΈ
[Completed]Yan Zi, a botanist and author, accidentally transmigrated into her own historical novel as the notorious villainess. She meets Xu Kai, the handsome Co-Commander of the Imperial Military Guards, who is attracted to her during their dangerous missions together. However, knowing that she will not have a happy ending as a villainess, Yan Zi refuses to fall in love with Xu Kai. But somehow after escaping an unexpected intruder attack, watching the stars under the waxing moon, and spending a sweet and sweaty night together, everything starts to change.Start: April 14th, 2020End: July 25th, 2020- Cover belongs to the rightful owner(s)."Hilarious, smart, entertaining, and wickedly tender... This novel is stuffed with memorable characters, fizzling with deliciously acidic humor. A great read that will make you cheer, laugh, and cry!"
Will you be my Princess?
"There's no way I'm marrying him!""Do you think I want this either?"Lyrica is a regular 17-year old high school senior. Ten years ago she was involved in a car accident that killed her parents and she awoken with no memories of the past. She is the star of her badminton team and is adored by her peers. She catches the eyes of everyone she passes by because of her unique pink eyes. The trait of a member from the royal Castillo Household. Cassien is the first Prince of Valentino, the heir to the throne. Despite his good looks on the outside, he has always been cold-hearted in the inside. Ever since he was a child he was nurtured to prepare to lead the glorious Valentino Empire. As the future Emperor everyone's eyes are on everything he does.One day their worlds collide when it is announced that Cassien has been engaged to Lyrica. Join Lyrica's journey as she dives into the royal society, as luxurious as it is, she faces people who are out to steal the crown.???? for schoollove since 03/23 !!!
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Underneath It All [Publication date: 6/14/16]
Breaking the rules has never felt so right...A senior at Gates University, Agata Ferrero knows without a doubt that Reeve Gates is off limits...Students can't date faculty, and Reeve has been appointed by his father as the new Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. But when a near accident with the front end of Reeve's sleek sports car brings her in close contact with him, Agata can't deny the flash of desire that consumes her.Reeve Gates is a man hell-bent on revenge...Abandoned in the care of his step-mother as a child, Reeve accepts the position at Gates University for the sole purpose of ruining his father's career. What he didn't expect was to be sidetracked by the sultry eyes of a student.Resisting temptation is even harder than it looks...When a sorority pledging incident leaves Agata stranded on campus in the middle of a treacherous storm, her better judgment falters and she accepts help from the young Dean she can't get out of her head. Certain there is a beating heart underneath his stone-cold exterior, she escapes with Reeve on a romantic retreat away from prying eyes. Blinded by retaliation...Reeve manipulates his dying father into handing over control of the university-and immediately threatens to shut down the school as a form of cruel payback. His scheme sparks a campus-wide protest that leaves one of Agata's professors dead and her future hanging in the balance. Agata must fight to convince Reeve he is capable of forgiveness, and their taboo love is worth more than revenge.But is there really a bright future awaiting...Underneath It All...
![[1-200] LORD OF THE WORLD: I BECOME THE LORD OF THE DESERT FROM THE START](https://img.wattpad.com/cover/355578064.jpg "[1-200] LORD OF THE WORLD: I BECOME THE LORD OF THE DESERT FROM THE START")
[1-200] LORD OF THE WORLD: I BECOME THE LORD OF THE DESERT FROM THE START
Author:Carp Blowing BubblesAlternative names:Global Lords: Start As a Desert Lord, ε ¨ηι’δΈ»οΌεΌε±ζδΈΊζ²ζΌ ι’δΈ»Genre:Sci-fi, Action, FantasySource:WebnovelStatus:Ongoing***Billions of people around the world were transmigrated to the game world of "Shining Era." Everyone became lords and possessed their own land.They recruited troops, gathered resources, occupied mines, attacked cities and built up their empires.In this world of lords, the most important resource was the troop lairs where they could recruit troops.However, the potential of these lairs was fixed. If anyone wanted to obtain a top-level troop, they could only do so by defeating powerful wild troops and occupying their lairs.However, Richard discovered that he could actually improve the level of troop lairs directly.From then on, various powerful troops were groomed by him.When the other players were still leaping with joy from obtaining a high-level troop, behind Richard were a Desert Pharoah, a Demonic Scorpion King, a Mechanical Giant, a Demon Baron, a Blood Archduke, a Five-colored Evil Dragon, and a Fallen Angel.From that day on, a prosperous and dazzling oasis city was established in the desert. As for Richard, he became the ruler of the desert.
Reincarnated as one Draco Malfoy
I honestly expected death to be the end of it; rebirth and reincarnation was a thing of fiction.Or so I thought.Imagine my surprise when I woke up in the body of a baby being handed to my mother right after birth. And when I thought things couldn't get any weirder, they did. "...his name shall be Draco Lucius Malfoy, of the Ancient and Noble House of Malfoy."Oh. So karma IS real.This is a Harry Potter fanfiction where OC is reincarnated in the body of Draco Malfoy. He read the books and watched the movies, and now he has to survive as our favorite antagonist. Only, he isn't going to be a rude, spoiled prat like the last Draco. Okay, so he'll be a LITTLE spoiled, but come on, he's RICH! Gotta enjoy what you have, right? But this Draco won't be the same as the original. No, he's going to be sweet, charming, and he' s going to help the Golden Trio! What could go wrong?
Greatest Unsolved Mysteries Of The World
Seeing is believing. In this book you will find the most weirdest, unsolved mysteries of the world. Some baffled scientists for years but there isn't an answer or explanation to all these mysteries even after being thoroughly investigated. These strange occurrences are bound to make you curious and allow you to think deeper.
Harry Potter and the Legend of the Twelve
19 years after Voldemort's defeat, Hermione is given a 1300-year-old memory that will lead Harry and his friends down a path down he thought ended long ago.As Albus and Rose head off to their first year at Hogwarts, they have no idea what awaits them. Their parents have a secret, and Albus, Rose, and James are about to find out what that is. A chance meeting on the train with an orphaned witch from California will change Albus's life forever, while back in London, in a seldom-used room in the Department of Mysteries, someone from Harry's past has returned to the world of the living.Are Harry, his friends, and their children The Twelve prophesied by Merlin who will have to face the worst evil ever known to save the world? Could an ancient prophecy mean that the Dark Lord will rise again? Is eleven-year-old Albus really falling in love? Why has an old friend returned from beyond the grave? Can Harry save Albus from the fate that was nearly his own? Harry Potter thought his destiny was fulfilled and behind him. He was wrong.THIS STORY IS NOT MINE. THIS IS A REUPLOAD OF THE STORY AFTER THE WEBSITE THE ORGINAL WAS ON SHUT DOWN.
Angelfire | The Whispering Wall #3
Jordan Haverford has three names and a target on his head. Suffering from a dead Angel's torture, split between crime and magic, and faced with his worst job yet, the last thing he needs is a blood debt.-The light season has arrived in Nictaven, and with it the city of Shadow's Reach is rebuilding after the ravages of the past season. But the threat of war hangs heavy over the new peace as the High Lord Harkenn recovers from an assassination attempt, and it doesn't look as though the Angels are finished. Despite the tense political atmosphere, Jordan's time with the assassins' guild has only increased, and creeping ever closer is the job its leader has forced on him, the one thing he vowed he'd never do - murder.Add to that the threat of retribution for the Angel he helped kill - and who left him with scars he's not sure he will ever recover from - and the fact that he can't seem to get along with his sister Grace anymore no matter how hard he tries, the light season has not brought him the salvation he had hoped.It's about to get a whole lot worse.ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © S E Harrison/giveitameaning 2022Cover Photo by Duncan Sanchez on Unsplash
The Keeper
Every schoolgirl has crushes, but could a schoolgirl crush last a lifetime?When 17-year old Martha starts at a new school, she carries a glimmer of hope that this time will be different. She doesn't seek popularity, but rather a quiet space where she can focus on her art without drawing attention. Little does she know, she'll soon capture the gaze of an unexpected admirer.Her art teacher, Dean Finlay, a man of principle and kindness, can't help but notice her. Despite the barriers that should keep teachers apart from their students, he finds himself drawn to her in ways he never anticipated. Yet, he's determined to do what's right, even if it means keeping his feelings at bay."The Keeper" is a tale of two souls destined to be together, their paths diverging due to circumstances beyond their control. As their lives unfold, their stories intertwine, creating a tapestry of longing and connection. Join us on this captivating journey as we follow the path of these two kindred spirits, drawn together in a love that refuses to fade, even as they grapple with the possibility of a life without it.
The Soul Gem
In the society of Homeworld, there were many a gem that knew the name of Steven Universe. The spawn of Pink Diamond and bringer of Peace. All who was able to heard the words of the kind boy...save for one. An experimental prototype...of a larger scale monster. A prototype of the Cluster was dormant, sealed within an Ancient stone box that was in reality a piece of Gem Technology. When archaeologists unearthed the box, and attempted to open it to examine its contents...the gem reawakened. In a flash of rainbow light, the universe is reintroduced to what was meant to be the Apex Predator of the Crystal Gems. A forced reminder of the scars made by the Gem War, who only was taught one thing. How to fight, due to the memories of its thousands of essences strategically assembled to form a functional Gem. Without the presence of Steven to aid in trying to accommodate this being's existence, how will anyone help this gem out of history?
Feral Bonds
~PROLOGUE~In the heart of Moonclaw Forest, two rival alphas-Lucian Blade of the Bloodfang Pack and Mira Snow of the Silverclaw Pack-find themselves at a crossroads. Bound by ancient animosities and driven by a fierce desire to protect their packs, they must navigate a fragile truce forged in necessity.As they face an emerging threat that endangers their world, Lucian and Mira must decide whether their shared strength can overcome centuries of enmity. In a journey fraught with danger, betrayal, and unexpected alliances, they discover that the line between enemy and ally is as thin as the mist that shrouds their forest.•••#10 mean out of 7.98k stories- 10/06/2024 #80 shewolf out of 1.32k stories-10/06/2024#137 third person out of 5.16k stories- 10/06/2024#141 alphaxalpha out of 2.76k stories #12 territorial out of 300 stories- 10/06/2024#22 merciless out of 455 stories- 10/06/2024#58 alphafemale 934 stories- 10/06/2024•••~EverglotWhispersπ₯
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Gold and Jade on the outside [Rebirth]
Song Li was a treacherous minister in his previous life but he was born with good looks so he became a very popular minister and dominated the Emperor's heart. At that time, people scolded him that "the gold and jade are on the outside, but the lint is on the inside." He just smiled and said that our family is gold and jade on the outside.Unexpectedly, once he died, he would go back twenty years ago and become the youngest son of the Prime Minister's Mansion who died young. The Ye family is all clean-blooded, which makes it very difficult for him, a treacherous person.A generation of traitor was reborn as a cutie and sold cute cookies every day to earn a livingAuthor: XiXiLi
Matt Black - Book 1 of Re-Forge
Re-Forge is a five-part story presented as an historical biography of humankind written from an alien perspective, from a distant future.Matt Black sets the scene for a story that spans the greater Cosmos. It begins 60,000 BC with the inception of a master strategy aimed at survival. It then leaps to the year AD 2230 and introduces the main heroic characters of the story. The story follows their growth through many trials including violent self-defence, romance and love, mystery, discovery, technology and much more. The world is approaching the point of an apocalyptic end game as global pressures overpower reason. Reconciliation of world powers has become an unbreachable barrier and there is no longer room to manoeuvre or compromise. Fingers hover over launch buttons as the human population holds it collective breath, hoping for some kind of miraculous deliverance. Matt Black and his friends may be the only humans who can influence the unavoidable outcome, if only they can solve human evolution's greatest 'unsolved' mystery... 'The Missing Link.'
Fanfic Short Stories
A collection of fanfic short stories across multiple fandoms, focusing on humor and happy endings