When Maya is assigned to write a story about the reclusive and notorious ex-musician Damien Cole, she expects a routine interview. But what she uncovers is a man scarred by tragedy and buried secrets, his life a fragile web of regret and darkness. As she digs deeper, she's drawn to the raw, unguarded fragments of him-the ones he's desperate to keep hidden. Each encounter pulls her closer to the haunted truth he guards and the mystery of the love he lost. But with every step forward, Maya risks being pulled into Damien's broken world, teetering on the edge between passion and self-destruction. Caught between duty and the stirrings of her heart, she soon realizes that saving him might cost her everything. A story of fragile hope, hidden wounds, and the dangerous line between love and ruin-Maya and Damien's journey is one that neither of them may survive. Will Maya be the one to uncover Damien's truth-or will she, too, be lost to the shadows that haunt him? Perfect for fans of tragic love and haunting mysteries, Beneath the Shadows explores love's power to heal, even in the darkest of places.

|| A Mafia Romance || ➵ This is a full-length novel with explicit themes, NO cheating, and a guaranteed HEA. 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐞. 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. Claudia Marcello thought her new job would be a fresh start. But the second her eyes locks with Dominic Beretta's during the interview, the atmosphere changes completely. She consents to play the role of the Mafia leader's fake fiancée, aiming to maneuver through the treacherous world that surrounds him. However, the line between what is real and what is just an act becomes more blurred. Dominic's charm is undeniable, but his reckless spirit pulls Claudia into a life she never wanted. As threats close in, will she trust her instincts? Or will their fabricated romance become a deadly game? Tainted Hearts explores the intricate dance between safety and danger, love and treachery. ~ A spin-off is planned, but there is no sequel. Tainted Hearts is a standalone storyline that will not be continued in a series. ✧ 𝐅𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 ✧ 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐨 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬 ✧ 𝐃𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐎𝐕 ✧ Rated Mature for foul language, scenes of a sexual nature, sexual activity between adults, and mature themes. Reader Discretion Advised. Word count: 117,990 Cover by author Copyright © 2023 Lily Mitchell This story is exclusive to W A T T P A D under username @OnceUponALily.

Delve into the abyss of a post-apocalyptic world where the surface is a wasteland infested with ravenous creatures born of the cataclysmic Great End. Mankind clings to survival in the sanctity of the underground, one of the last bastions of safety against the merciless outside world. In a landscape where humanity teeters on the brink of extinction, the aftermath has given rise to twisted versions of what once were ordinary people. Some have embraced the darkness, becoming psychopaths, while others have harnessed unimaginable power. A few have succumbed to a monstrous transformation that reflects the fractured state of the world they inhabit. Embark on a harrowing journey with Levian, a protagonist navigating the treacherous depths of the underground. As he grapples with the harsh realities of this new existence, the layers of mystery surrounding The Great End begin to unravel. Uncover the shocking truths that lie beneath the surface of this ravaged world, where each step forward reveals both peril and revelation. In the face of impending doom, Levian remains resolute, declaring, "Even if humanity may be coming to an end, I will still pursue my dream." His unwavering determination becomes a guiding light in the oppressive darkness, promising a tale that transcends the boundaries of survival and ventures into the realms of hope and resilience. WARNING! This narrative doesn't shy away from the brutal realities of its dystopian setting. Strong language punctuates the dialogue, and the fighting scenes are an unapologetic dance of gruesome bloodbath. Reader discretion is advised, as the story unfolds with an intensity that may not be suitable for all audiences, offering an immersive experience crafted for adults willing to traverse the unforgiving terrain of this post-apocalyptic saga. Thank you for joining the expedition into the shadows of "The Great End."

Sometimes the things of the past are best forgotten, but when the past is the only place you can go for answers, one must make do with the answers that the past gives, even when those answers are horrendous. In 1981, Samantha Carmichael attended the Atlanta Film Festival but never made it back home. Forty-one years later, Sam's disappearance remains a mystery to her distraught family and friends, who are certain that something bad, something gruesome happened at that festival. All that, however, starts to change when rookie cop, Daisy Atkins, arrives in Atlanta and is immediately assigned as a security detail for the 2022 edition of the Atlanta Film Festival. When Daisy starts asking questions about Sam that no one wants answered and when Vince Gilligan, a man who believes that his wife's death is somehow linked to Sam's disappearance, offers her his help, the duo begins to untangle a web of secrets, lies, betrayal, jealousy, deceit and a deadly love triangle that leaves casualties in its wake and will change Daisy's perception of life as she knew it. Accolades Featured on Stories Undiscovered Featured on Curioser and Curioser reading list by @mystery Featured by Wacky Writer's Community 🥇1st place in The Future Banned Writer Awards 🥇1st place in The Serenity Awards 🥈2nd place on the Vernal mini awards