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1866, England They called her The Nightingale, for her eyes were as dark as midnight, and wherever she went, you would hear her song. A song of pure terror, ignited by the fire of her pistol. An assassin, an instrument without a thought of her own, was what they intended her to become.But everything changed once she walked past the threshold of the Palace of Daínn, where no human dared to venture after night fell. -- He went by many names, but she only knew one-- Icarus. A creature of insurmountable power, who ruled England from within the shadows with an iron fist, who even the highest ranking ministers bowed down to. She was told to fear him, that no mortal could subdue the coldness in his unbeating heart. That he was a bloodthirsty beast, a maligned tyrant, a demon. But unbeknownst to her, he has been waiting for the past three-hundred years, patiently awaiting for her return.…

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Between love and obligation, whichever shall she choose?...Eleanora Finley's story begins in 1705, adversity weaving its intricate threads with a cruel hand. Her father's tragic demise in flames left her adrift, ensnared by a mother whose iron grip offered no solace, no love.Yet fate, in its capricious dance, unveiled a revelation that no one could have ever expected. The unassuming red-haired girl from down the street was none other than the daughter of the Queen's estranged brother.In what could have been a Cinderella rags-to-riches story, Eleanora, now known as the Queen's niece, was ushered into the resplendent halls of Aethiel Palace, where brilliance shimmered in blinding splendor. Amidst this grandeur, she encountered Crown Prince Julian de Lavilliers, a figure of regal charm yet not the beacon to kindle her heart as the Queen had envisioned.Instead, her soul stirred for another - a man from the northern realms, his gaze icy and penetrating. His heart, encased in stone, hands forged by the harshness of battle. A man who had never cried, who had never loved. (STANDALONE)…

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It is the season for love and murder in the court of Ravaeryn.After a chance encounter one winter night, Lady Catarina de Fontaine had fallen hopelessly in love with Julian, the Crown Prince. However, upon discovering his untruthfulness, she immediately guarded her heart against him and rejected his advances for years.While it might seem like their romance would end right there, never blooming into fruition, fate had a different plan for them.Upon turning seventeen, Catarina was summoned to the palace to partake in The Choosing Ceremony, in which seven young ladies from the noble houses of Ravaeryn are selected, and the Prince would marry the one that he chooses.As the race for power and wealth runs its course, friend turns to foe, and blood is shed. Will they rekindle their romance, or will they part ways forever?🥇- 1st Place in The Leal Awards in Young Adult, The Seasonal Awards Fall in General Fiction…

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Book Two of The Usurper's Queen SeriesThe kingdom is slowly dividing itself into different factions. The people's true faces are being exposed in the race of wealth and glory.And in the heart of it all is Anne, Duchess of Cindertrappe. The promised crown has yet to be seen, but she is not afraid. Her father's wealth could raise her up to the skies, and the Duke loves her endlessly. But the day will come when her father could no longer protect her, and then she will truly know the meaning of solitude, to become a queen with a heart of ice, ruling on the blood-drenched red throne.start: 10 may 2021end : 4 april 2022…

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How far are you willing to go for a taste of power?Through the eyes of an outsider, Phoenicia might seem like a peaceful, prosperous kingdom. But take a closer look, and you will see the burgundy blood that stains the hands of those standing up high. Their souls are marked with treachery, and the scars of betrayal mar their skin. But for power, it is a small price to pay. And in the heart of it all is Lady Anne Winterbourne, a little girl who dreams of becoming queen. She has it all-- wealth, influence, and a family that could support her, all except for one crucial element-- royal blood. Edmund, the Duke of Cindertrappe grew up alone in the bitter north, his throne stolen from him. Royal blood runs through his veins, but as long as his uncle lives, he would remain as nothing but a mere duke.When Anne becomes entangled with Edmund after a chance encounter in the palace gardens, a dangerous romance is born, one that would change the world forever.start: 19 march 2021end : 9 may 2021🥇- 1st Place in The Seasonal Awards 2021, Dark Academia Awards, in Historical Fiction, 1st Place in The Fly Awards in Romance, 1st Place in The Meteorite Awards in Action and Adventure🥈- Second Place in The Phoenix Awards in Historical Fiction🥉 - Third Place in The Read4Read Awards 2021, The Savant Girls Awards…

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[Itachi X Reader] Grim reapers and humans don't mix - literally. They're like oil and water , and an entire eternity won't change the fact. Grim reapers can exist for centuries , while human lives only last one century at most. However , a certain grim reaper changed that notion , by providing him extra time , and instead of bringing death , she became his guardian angel. Disclaimer : The characters in this story are all created by Masashi Kishimoto , the creator of the Naruto series. The concept of the grim reapers is based loosely off Guardian : The Great and Lonely God aka Goblin .…

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[ Gaara x Reader | COMPLETED ]He had never known a life without pain, without ridicule. He had never felt the joys of life, the thrill of being in love.That is, until he met her.-(Name) (Surname), a nurse, is hired by the Kazekage to care for his sickly son, Sabaku no Gaara. At first, he pushes her away, but tender feelings begin to bloom between the two.But before they could pursue their love any further, terrible circumstances tear them apart. The situation is between life and death, and the future is uncertain.Will there ever be a happy ending for them?disclaimer: this was written when I was 14. nuff said. also this is angsty af.…

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(Neji X Reader) Five years ago , their bond was made solely from love . But now ? It's just a empty vow ,that's been broken numerous times. They fell in love once , yet it faded so simply . However ,when fate gives them one chance, could they learn how to fall in love , once again ?…