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Whispers and Roses by Cr1ptiqTales
Whispers and Roses
Cr1ptiqTales
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  • Parts 3
Evelyn, 21, possessed a gentle beauty and an infectious optimism. Her bright smile and kind eyes made her instantly likable, and her warm demeanor put those around her at ease. Her perfect life in her father's grand estate is overshadowed by an eerie silence and strange happenings. After a hazy night in the woods, she wakes up to a terrifying vision of a ghostly figure with hollow eyes and a chilling whisper calling her to "wake up." As she uncovers a mysterious black rose and a cryptic note, Evelyn is thrust into a haunting mystery tied to her past. A blend of suspense, supernatural intrigue, and dark romance, this story will leave you questioning what is real and what lies hidden in the shadows.
Shadows At My Window by recha_rey20
Shadows At My Window
recha_rey20
  • Reads 1,490
  • Votes 826
  • Parts 15
Strange things have been happening around Clara-unseen eyes watching, eerie footsteps in the dark, and a presence that lingers just out of sight. No one else seems to notice, but she can feel it. Something-or someone-is always there. As the unease grows, she starts to wonder... is it all in her head, or is she truly being watched?
My Concubine by ruby_ribbon
My Concubine
ruby_ribbon
  • Reads 3,641
  • Votes 332
  • Parts 7
After her kingdom lost the war against Silla. Go Jioh, the only daughter of the 28th king of Goguryeo is forced to become concubine of the man who destroyed her kingdom.
Secrets Of A Shared Roof by bloomer5474
Secrets Of A Shared Roof
bloomer5474
  • Reads 475
  • Votes 39
  • Parts 21
I knew I shouldn't continue, that I should heed his warning and disentangle myself from this compromising position. But I was becoming drunk with want and desire. Emboldened by the heat smoldering in his gaze. I slowly, deliberately rolled my hips against his, eliciting another low groan that sent my heart racing. His fingers dug almost painfully into my hips now as he fought to still their movement. "Ivory, your torturing me" he rasped, his chest heaving. I leaned down until my lips hovered just a breadth from his, our ragged breaths mingling. "Tell me to stop then" I whispered, my voice trembling with want and challenge. "Because I don't want to" I admitted in a low tone. "We can't...I can't. You know that" he murmured. "I know" I mumbled, my lips tantalizingly hovering over his.......... A vivacious, carefree Ivory Morrison is beginning her first year of college. Since she's going to the same college as her older brother, her parents thought it'd make sense for her to live with him, also hoping that would keep her out of trouble. Even though Ivory protested against it. Issac, Ivory's brother already lives with one other person. That person being his best friend Kyler. A longtime family friend who treat ivory like a child. Well, he used to treat her like a child. They haven't seen each other in over 2 years. A charming, notorious player Kyler Hall is suddenly tasked with keeping tabs on his best friend's little sister, Ivory. Who tends to get into some trouble. Although he's always kept always kept her at arms length and treated her like a kid. Suddenly he's been looking at her differently ever since she started college. READ to see what becomes of the two!
Pieces of You by KateNorth
Pieces of You
KateNorth
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  • Votes 1,946
  • Parts 17
A perfect town is hiding ugly secrets. One dead body. One missing person. And a killer who is only just getting started... Blaire Olsen is the girl everybody wants to be. With her long and shiny beach-blonde hair, mesmerising blue eyes, and a to-die-for figure, she is the natural star of Berewood High. She was untouchable, a golden bullet soaring through our school and striking down anyone who stood in her way. Everybody either wanted to be her, know her, or kill her. But then someone actually did. And now, nobody wants to be her. I don't know why she went into the woods that night - all I know is that one second, she was there, alive and breathing, and the next she was not. The coroner's office say it was an accident, that she was drunk and fell over on some branch, knocking her head too hard on the way down. It was an accident. It was an accident. It was an accident. But, I've found her diary. It wasn't an accident. ******* Cover by Ellie Sita
The House of Ashes by brutal1ty_
The House of Ashes
brutal1ty_
  • Reads 21
  • Votes 2
  • Parts 4
The House of Ashes is a political thriller set in the aftermath of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, where Ethan Calloway, a ruthless political strategist, is sworn in as president. As he takes control, he reveals his true intentions: to manipulate crises, consolidate power, and dismantle democratic systems for his own gain. Surrounded by corruption, betrayal, and hidden agendas, Ethan must navigate the treacherous waters of Washington D.C. while facing opposition from a determined journalist, Sofia Marquez, who uncovers the administration's dark secrets. The novel explores the fragility of democracy, the power of media manipulation, and the destructive nature of ambition.
The Killer's Obsession by stvrlightt1414
The Killer's Obsession
stvrlightt1414
  • Reads 3,476
  • Votes 1,319
  • Parts 39
Two serial killers. One detective. A deadly obsession that could destroy them all. | ~ | Among the streets of the small town of Saranac, a sinister game has begun. Two clever brains focus on the same prey: the detective, Grace Meridean. Grace is no stranger to the darkness. She has spent her life chasing monsters. But now, two of them have set their sights on her. NightHawk, who tried to woo her with hauntingly beautiful poems and passionate letters, his obsession seductive yet suffocating. Player, who stalks her in silence, masked and dangerous, his touch igniting a forbidden fire that threatens to consume her. As the bodies pile up and the lines between hunter and prey blur, Grace must confront not only the killers but also the darkness within herself. Can she stop them before she becomes their ultimate prize?
Apricity by jojobean1298
Apricity
jojobean1298
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  • Votes 6,102
  • Parts 51
Apricity [a-PRIS-i-tee]: The warmth of the sun in winter Briar Elizabeth Maddox Became a social outcast over the summer and now her used-to-be friends treat her no better than the dirt under their shoes. But no matter what she's been through, she's still our sunshine girl, always treating life with a positive attitude. Roman Dean Castro Well... he's definitely got an attitude. His main focus is basketball and he has no time for anyone else's crap. Being the new kid in town just brings him unwanted attention. With his social skills hanging by a thread, it's a wonder how he's quickly considered one of the school's biggest heartthrobs. It's their senior year. With Roman being the way he is, his teacher decides he needs a positive influence in his life. And what better influence is there than our sweet girl star student Briar Maddox? COVER BY: @meha-k
Margaret by chat_bleu_x
Margaret
chat_bleu_x
  • Reads 131
  • Votes 16
  • Parts 25
Set against the opulent backdrop of the Victorian era, the story follows Margaret, a young woman who dreams of securing her place among the elite through an arranged marriage to James Morden. The union promises her the admiration and status she's always craved, and she eagerly anticipates the life it will bring. But when Margaret meets James's captivating brother, Thomas, her world is thrown into turmoil. A forbidden attraction grows between them, shaking the very foundations of her future. Torn between duty and the passionate pull of her heart, Margaret makes a fateful choice - she marries James, sacrificing her love for Thomas. The repercussions are devastating. As Thomas is consumed by heartbreak, a chain of events unfolds that will shatter Margaret's world forever. She finds herself trapped in a life that no longer holds meaning, surrounded by strangers where once there was love, and haunted by the ghost of a choice that cost her everything.