Blackthorne Shogun

Shinu Tageoni is a child born into the tageoni clan. while being born his mother passes and his father resents him because of it. Shinu is the son of one of the 5 leaders of the clan. he wants to bring the clan's reputation back up and take over japan becoming the shogun. will he be successful? read it and find out :>

Elena Devereux has spent her life hunting monsters, earning a reputation as the “No Ability Hunter” for her lack of supernatural powers. But when a series of brutal murders leads her to the mysterious town of Blackthorn, she finds herself face-to-face with Liam, the powerful and brooding alpha of the local werewolf pack. Forced into an uneasy alliance, Elena and Liam uncover a chilling prophecy: the resurrection of Behemoth, a demon god destined to bring the world to its knees. As they race against time to stop the apocalypse, forbidden feelings ignite between them, threatening to derail their mission. In Moonlit Shadows, fate and loyalty collide as a hunter and a werewolf must confront their darkest secrets, risking everything to protect a world that sees them as enemies.

Selene Valor, a pureblood vampire, entered a marriage of convenience with her husband Gabriel Valor to protect herself from relatives eyeing what was left of her family's wealth. Six months into their marriage, Gabriel is sent away to war to fight for the kingdom. As time went on, news of his victories spread across the kingdom and he was labelled a hero. Nearly six months later, Selene eagerly awaits the return of her heroic husband. Upon his arrival, Selene is faced with betrayal as he brings home a woman named Cassandra Avery, a human who he introduces as his lover. Selene is heartbroken and tries to save what was left of her marriage but soon there is news of Gabriel wanting to take Cassandra as his second wife. Selene is left with the choice of accepting Gabriel’s wishes and staying protected or seeking a divorce. After a heated argument, Selene turns to someone she never expected to be her saviour. She finds refuge with Lord Xavier Blackthorn, another pureblood who seeks her hand in marriage. Will she forgive her first love or move on to accept Lord Blackthorn’s love?

Selene Mooncrest, the Luna of the Silverthorn Pack, was married to Lucian Silvershade, his father's Beta, as per her father's dying wish. Though it was a forced marriage, Lucian unable to let go of his obsession, claimed her as his own. However, everything changed when Damien Blackthorn, the outcasted Lycan Alpha, set his sights on Silverthorn. Lucian being gone for a year when returned from the war Selene feared living her nightmares...again but this time, something was changed. They say that the fight was over but she realized her fight was far from over. Selene felt the ground beneath her tremble. The decision had been made for her, but she was about to face the consequences of a choice that she never made. Will Selene be able to escape Lucian's claws? or Damien's arrival change the course of Selene's fate? Will she be able to find love in the midst of her miseries, or will she become a pawn in this deadly game? Read on to witness Selene's battle for survival, freedom, and maybe even love. ___*___*___*___ Tropes: Dark fantasy romance Morally Grey ML Grumpy x Sunshine Strangers to lovers Smut

In the scorching deserts of Solara, a once-great kingdom now ruled by the tyrannical House Blackthorn, Evelyn Ashford is the daughter of a disgraced general. When her family is framed for treason by the crown prince, Caelum Blackthorn, Evie watches helplessly as her father is executed, her mother and brother dies in exile. Left to die in the barren wastelands, Evie discovers the Ashen Crown, an ancient relic tied to the lost kingdom of Erythra. The crown grants her the power to manipulate fire and ash—but it feeds on her rage and sorrow, threatening to consume her entirely. With the crown’s power, Evie regresses to the day before her family’s downfall, determined to rewrite their fate.

Welcome to the future. It’s the year 2215. An odd year, almost utterly unremarkable in numerical terminology. The future is today. Civilization has progressed throughout the untold, deep, cold centuries. In all likelihood, humanity has reached the sacred stars. Possibly, cultivating a vast intergalactic force, and vying against the ancient cosmic forces. …but wait! It is all wrong! Something is afoul here. The general trend is defective. A mystical temporal alteration has been made! There are ancient entities lurking, and devils posing among humans. There are secrets hidden in the abyss and horrid schemes strengthened by the cruel passage of time. Welcome to the future. It is the year 2215. Humani—No, the world is doomed! .... One second, he is in the 21st century. The next second, he finds himself in a grim future. There is no time to hesitate or ponder. He has only one task ahead of his dark fate: SURVIVAL! Join Raven Blackthorne in his epic journey as he wanders the crazed new world!!

Kyle Blackthorn has spent his entire life hidden away in the wilderness, raised by his parents to avoid the dangers of the human world. They taught him restraint—never to hunt humans, never to reveal his true nature, and above all, never to trust outsiders. But everything changes the night they are murdered. With nothing left but grief and unanswered questions, Kyle is forced to move to the city with his estranged grandfather, a man who believes werewolves should embrace their primal instincts rather than suppress them. Thrown into a world he doesn’t understand, Kyle struggles to blend in at high school, where everything from lockers to social cues feels like a foreign language. His awkwardness earns him both curiosity and mockery—especially from Gabe, a cocky student whose offhand remark about werewolves shakes Kyle to his core. Did Gabe say it as a joke? Or does he know more than he should? Then there’s Zara Sterling. Cold, sharp-tongued, and always keeping people at arm’s length, she wants nothing to do with Kyle. But their worlds collide when they’re paired for a school project. While she sees him as just another inconvenience, Kyle starts noticing things—like the bruises she tries to hide and the haunted look in her eyes. She’s keeping secrets, just like he is. But Kyle isn’t the only one keeping an eye on Zara. Something lurks in the shadows. Something Fast, and scary to Zara but not to Kyle. Because he recognizes his kind even in the dark. What happens if he gets involved? and what happens when he finds out his parent's killer is the parent to the girl he ever loved?

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On a fateful night under a blood-red moon, Kai is born in the humble village of Blackthorn. His birth is far from ordinary; as his mother Lin Mei goes through an agonizing labor, raw and untamed Qi surges through the hut, unsettling even the most experienced villagers. The village elder, Old Man Chen, senses an ill omen hanging over the night, while Kai’s father, Zhao Wei, anxiously awaits outside, unaware of the powerful destiny awaiting his son. They didn't knew Kai had made a pact with demon when he in embryo.

Until the night she was pulled into the realm of wolves, Lila didn't think fate existed. She discovers the unimaginable-that she is Alexander Blackthorn's fated mate, intended to complete him-after being abducted by the terrifying Alpha. However, their relationship is a curse rather than a benefit. Lila follows the sad deaths of all the women Alexander has ever claimed as his mate. Lila promises to break the bond and leave his hazardous pack because she is determined to avoid her doomed fate. However, Alexander is not a man who gives up easily, and their attraction is as strong as it is lethal. Lila has to decide on rival packs approach and sinister secrets from Alexander's background come to light. •Would she put everything on the line to find the truth and lift the curse? •Or will she give in to a love that might endanger her life?

Isabella Winters never asked to be the heir to the Blackthorn Pack, but fate has other plans. Raised by an adoptive family after her parents were murdered in an ambush, she returns to the pack she never knew, only to find herself isolated, ridiculed, and caught in a dangerous power struggle. Her grandfather, Alpha Evan, is dying, and with him goes the future of the pack. To secure its future, he demands Isabella marry Lucas Blackwood, the pack’s golden boy and most likely successor to the throne. But Lucas has his own secrets. As the most adored member of the pack, he fears Isabella’s return might take away everything he’s worked for—the throne, the pack, and his future. Though he plays the part of the perfect gentleman in public, behind closed doors, he resents the very woman he’s supposed to marry. That is, until he begins to see the strength, wisdom, and leadership hidden beneath her quiet exterior. When the Blackthorn Pack is thrown into chaos by betrayal from within and a shocking assassination attempt on Alpha Evan, Isabella must confront her destiny. As dangerous enemies close in, Isabella discovers a hidden power that could make her the true leader the pack needs—but only if she can overcome the lies, betrayal, and her own doubts.

In a world governed by ancient traditions and ruthless power, Alina Grey has always been the outcast of her pack. Rejected for her perceived weakness and haunted by the painful memories of her father’s death, she is shunned by her people and forced to live in the shadows of the strong. Her pack’s Alpha, Lukas Blackthorn, the one she thought would be her mate, crushes her hopes when he chooses another, Celine, as his partner. Heartbroken and abandoned, Alina’s future looks bleak. However, when her estranged Aunt Maeve, a legendary warrior exiled years ago, returns to the pack, Alina is offered a chance at redemption. Maeve begins training Alina, pushing her to the edge of her limits, both physically and emotionally. Through their brutal sessions, Alina discovers that she possesses far more strength than anyone had ever realized. She starts to unlock hidden powers connected to her family’s legacy, something her late father, Gregor Grey, had once tried to teach her. As Alina grows stronger, she faces new challenges. Not only does she have to battle the internal scars left by her rejection, but she also becomes entangled in a dangerous love triangle. Ronan, a mysterious stranger from a rival pack, enters her life, complicating her emotions and threatening to upend everything she thought she knew about loyalty, love, and destiny. At the same time, Lukas begins to notice the changes in Alina, sparking tensions within the pack and igniting old feelings that never truly died. With secrets about her past beginning to surface and her powers intensifying, Alina is thrust into a dangerous game of survival. As enemies close in from all sides, and her pack teeters on the edge of war, she must decide where her true loyalties lie and whether to embrace the destiny that her father had always seen in her. But in a world where trust is fragile and betrayal lurks around every corner, Alina quickly learns that becoming strong is only half the battle. Surviving in a world that seeks to break her might require more than just strength—it might demand a bond forged in blood, betrayal, and the unbreakable power of the moon. Lunar Bonds is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, self-discovery, and the fight for acceptance in a world where only the strong survive.

In a world where power is everything, Draven Kael Blackthorn was born into unimaginable wealth and influence. But on the night of his 18th birthday, his world crumbled. His parents, the legendary Thorned Royals, were declared dead in a so-called accident—a lie that masked something far more sinister. The Black Iron Abyss, an elusive organization that puppeteers the world from the shadows, is responsible for their deaths. Refusing to let their legacy end in silence, Draven embarks on a path of calculated vengeance. Armed with intellect sharper than any blade, limitless resources, and a darkness he never knew he possessed, Draven dives headfirst into the abyss. His goal isn’t mere revenge—it’s control. He plans to expose the conspiracies, dismantle their hierarchy, and take the throne of power they tried to deny him. But the Abyss doesn’t just destroy; it devours. Every move Draven makes pulls him deeper into a labyrinth of betrayal, deadly secrets, and impossible choices. As enemies close in and alliances blur, the question remains: Will Draven Blackthorn conquer the abyss—or will he lose himself to it? The game is set. The stakes are everything. And the legacy of the Abyssal Throne awaits its king.

In the depths of a cursed reflection, truth and deception blur into one. Vivian Sinclair never believed in the supernatural—until the day she moved into Blackthorn Manor, an old estate shrouded in unsettling whispers and forgotten secrets. A long-forgotten mirror hidden within the greenhouse awakens something inside her, something that shouldn’t exist beyond the glass. A shadow of herself stares back, watching, waiting. At first, the visions are subtle—flickers of movement when no one else is there, a whisper of her name in the dead of night. But as the days pass, the haunting presence becomes undeniable. Her reflection begins to move on its own, revealing memories she never lived, secrets she never uncovered, and a version of herself she doesn’t recognize. Sebastian Graves, a scholar obsessed with the manor’s dark past, warns her that some mirrors do more than reflect—they remember. And the one in Blackthorn Manor doesn’t just hold history; it holds something alive. Something that wants out. As the lines between reality and illusion fracture, Vivian realizes she isn't just being haunted—she is being rewritten. The more she resists, the stronger the presence grows, feeding off her fears, her doubts… and her lies. Because the darkest truths aren’t the ones buried in the past. They’re the ones we tell ourselves. And in the end, the mirror never lies. But Vivian might.

Bercerita tentang Airell Shou, seorang gadis yang terjebak di antara kegilaan dua orang laki-laki yang mengerikan. Airell atau Ai adalah seorang gadis berambut vermillion yang merupakan anak angkat dari pria dewasa bernama Gin, seorang pemilik bar di Edo pada zaman kepemimpinan Shogun Tokugawa. Jika bukan karena sifat Ai yang terlalu aktif, teriak sana-sini kalau sudah emosi, hobi makan, dan hobi menertawakan Gin itu, dia sebetulnya terbilang sangat cantik; kulitnya mulus dan seputih salju, tubuhnya sintal, dan matanya berwarna biru karena meneruskan gen ibunya. Namun, rupanya hidup Ai tidak sesimpel 'anak gadis angkat pemilik bar' semata. Beriringan dengan berita yang terus beredar bahwa ada pembunuh berantai yang sedang diincar oleh korps kepolisian Edo yaitu Shinsengumi, orang-orang tidak mengetahui bahwa, Pembunuh berantai yang sadis dan tidak memiliki empati itu adalah Eric Shou, kakak kandung Ai yang dahulu pergi meninggalkan Ai untuk memperkuat ilmu pedangnya, dan Kapten Pasukan Pertama Shinsengumi yang mengincar Eric adalah Kei Arashi, seorang pria sadis yang juga tak memiliki empati. Pria ini terkenal dengan sebutan Kapten Iblis Shinsengumi. Sialnya, kedua laki-laki sadis yang luar biasa sinting itu sama-sama mencintai Ai, memperebutkannya, tergila-gila, dan terobsesi padanya. Mereka berencana untuk saling membunuh satu sama lain hanya untuk memiliki Ai.

This is the story of Evangeline Beaumont and Alexander Blackthorne. Evangeline works in advertising and is great at her job, she is estranged from her parents and younger sister and is engaged. She couldn't wait to get married because she would finally have a family of her own but luck wasn't on her side or maybe it was divine intervention as she found her soon to be husband sleeping with a not just any woman but her best friend. Why couldn't she find peace after so many years? Was she unworthy of it or was she just a game to the universe. But when one door closes, another opens and this one has the man who would cherish her like no other behind it. 'This story is purely fictional. If there are any similarities to real life people, it is a matter of coincidence.'

Dans le royaume tentaculaire d'Elandris, un jeune guerrier nommé Damon Blackthorn tombe sur un artefact ancien qui aurait été forgé par le feu du dragon. Alors que de nouveaux pouvoirs émergent en lui, le destin de Damon est lié à une guerre imminente qui menace de déchirer le royaume. Alors qu’il se bat contre des cultes obscurs, des seigneurs de la guerre impitoyables et sa propre obscurité intérieure, Damon doit maîtriser la formidable magie de la Couronne - avant qu’elle ne le consume ou n’ouvre une ère de colère des dragons.

In the sprawling realm of Elandris, a young warrior named Damon Blackthorn stumbles upon an ancient artifact said to be forged by dragon fire. With newfound powers awakening within him, Damon’s destiny is entwined with a looming war that threatens to tear the kingdom apart. As he battles shadowy cults, ruthless warlords, and his own inner darkness, Damon must master the Crown’s formidable magic—before it consumes him or ushers in an age of dragons’ wrath.

Transmigrated into the body of Seraphina Valemont, the villainess doomed to die in the novel Isolde and Her Royal Harem, she’s determined to change her fate. Breaking her engagement to the cold Crown Prince Alaric, she trades her magical studies for swordsmanship, pursuing her dream of becoming a knight. At the academy, Seraphina clashes with Damien Blackthorn, the enigmatic son of the Duke of the North. Their bickering hides an unexpected bond, even as the manipulative heroine, Isolde, works to cast Seraphina as the villain once again. Can Seraphina truly change her fate and live a peaceful life away from Isolde and her loyal admirers? Or will she ultimately meet her end just like she did in the novel?

Lila Greystone’s life takes an extraordinary turn when she moves to the small, mysterious town of Ravenswood, where secrets linger in every shadow. Drawn to the enigmatic Ezra Blackthorne, a brooding outcast with piercing eyes and a darkness he refuses to explain, Lila soon discovers that her new town is teeming with supernatural beings—werewolves, vampires, and something far more ancient. Ezra is a wolf shifter burdened by a tragic past and a dangerous secret: Lila is the key to an ancient prophecy, one that foretells the rise or fall of their world. Determined to keep her safe, Ezra pushes her away, but their fates are bound by forces neither can deny. As their slow-burn romance deepens, so does the danger around them. Enemies from Ezra’s past resurface, rival packs and vampire clans scheme in the shadows, and Lila’s dormant powers begin to awaken, threatening to upend the fragile balance between predator and prey. Caught between a world she never wanted to be part of and the magnetic pull of a love she can’t resist, Lila must navigate jealousy, betrayal, and the weight of destiny. As the prophecy looms closer, she and Ezra must fight not only for their love but for the survival of their worlds. But with ancient forces conspiring to tear them apart, can love truly conquer the darkness, or will it be their undoing? “Whispers of the Crimson Moon” is a gripping tale of forbidden love, supernatural intrigue, and the ultimate battle between light and darkness. Perfect for fans of slow-burn romance, complex characters, and pulse-pounding action, this story will leave you breathless and yearning for more.

When Elena Carter returns to the secluded town of Silverwood to care for her ailing grandmother, she’s expecting quiet days in the sleepy town she left behind. But from the moment she crosses its borders, strange occurrences pull her into a world she doesn’t understand. The eerie howls in the woods, the cryptic warnings of the townsfolk, and the unsettling pull she feels toward the forest hint that Silverwood holds far more secrets than she ever imagined. Elena’s arrival sparks the interest of Lucas Blackthorn, a brooding stranger with piercing eyes and a connection to the town’s darker side. As their paths cross, Elena is drawn to him, even as her instincts tell her to run. Lucas knows Silverwood’s secrets better than anyone—because he’s been living them. As a member of a cursed werewolf pack, his life is ruled by danger and betrayal. When Elena learns she’s the key to an ancient prophecy capable of ending a century-old curse—or unleashing a power beyond anyone’s control—she is thrust into a battle for survival. As rival packs close in, alliances shift, and hidden truths about her family’s past emerge, Elena must decide whom to trust in a world where betrayal is currency. With her heart torn between Lucas and the secrets he harbors, and her life threatened by those who seek to use her, Elena must uncover the truth about herself, her family, and Silverwood. But the closer she gets to the answers, the more she realizes some mysteries are best left buried. In a story of love, betrayal, and supernatural intrigue, Silverwood explores the thin line between humanity and the beast within—and what it means to risk everything for those you love.

In the mystical town of Blackthorn, where the veil between worlds is thin and ancient magic stirs in the shadows, Armand Cain, a fearless witch hunter, arrives to investigate a series of unexplained disappearances. Known for his unyielding pursuit of the supernatural, Armand believes this mission will be just another routine task. But Blackthorn holds secrets far darker than he could have imagined, and one of those secrets is Celeste. A centuries-old vampire with a soul as old as time, Celeste has haunted Blackthorn for generations, bound by a curse that ties her to the town's troubled past. She is both beautiful and deadly, a creature of darkness who has learned to guard her heart and trust no one. When Armand crosses her path, their worlds collide in a clash of fate and destiny. When Armand is ambushed by rogue vampires, Celeste intervenes to save his life, forcing him to confront the very beliefs that have defined his existence. Reluctantly, the two form an alliance to uncover the truth behind the disappearances and the malevolent forces threatening Blackthorn. But as they spend more time together, an undeniable and forbidden connection begins to bloom between them, one that challenges Armand’s oath to destroy creatures like Celeste and forces Celeste to question her century-long loneliness. As passion ignites amidst the dangers of their quest, Armand and Celeste must navigate the treacherous line between loyalty and love. With their hearts torn between duty and desire, they must choose whether to embrace a love that defies everything they've known or allow the darkness to tear them apart forever. In a town where nothing is what it seems, can love conquer the most ancient of curses, or will the forces of fate and duty doom them to an eternity of separation?

Amara, a human with a haunted past, is thrust into the hidden world of werewolves when she meets Xavier Blackthorne, a powerful alpha of blood moon pack. Bound by destiny as fated mates, their forbidden love faces relentless challenges—rogues, ancient laws, and secrets that could destroy them. As danger closes in, Xavier must protect Amara while she discovers the strength to embrace their bond. Can their love survive the forces that seek to tear them apart, or will the forbidden bond between an alpha and his mate lead to their ultimate downfall?

Aeloria’s Heir When Caelia Lysander retreats to her family’s old countryside home, she expects a quiet reprieve—until a single impulsive act changes everything. Seeking shelter from an unsettling night, she steps into an ancient wardrobe and emerges into Aeloria, a world brimming with magic, secrets, and an ominous history tied to her family. Once a land of wonder, Aeloria was ravaged by greed and war, its magic fractured and its future sealed by an angel’s desperate act. The wardrobe, meant to protect the modern world, has waited centuries for the one destined to unlock its mysteries. Caelia’s arrival is no accident—her bloodline carries the answers Aeloria seeks and the power to save it. Guided by Theo Blackthorn, a brooding heir with his own burdened legacy, Caelia must confront the shadows of Aeloria’s past and the truth of her own. But as rival forces close in, the line between friend and foe blurs, and the weight of destiny grows heavier. Can she rise as the heir Aeloria needs, or will the secrets of her lineage destroy her—and both worlds?

you follow a slave soldier known as Gabriel through a meaningless world full of vast kingdoms, shogunates, caliphates and empires, all of which ravaged by war and evil. there is magic and beasts, mysterious and barren continents, hidden civilisations, and more, all with a political and fantasy based backdrop. visit many nations and explore many diffrent cultures in The Martyr.

Silver and Shadows In a world where supernatural beings are hunted without mercy, Armand Cain, a dedicated witch hunter, is dispatched to the misty town of Blackthorn to investigate a series of mysterious disappearances. Renowned for his unwavering dedication, Armand anticipates a straightforward mission. Instead, he encounters Celeste, a centuries-old vampire with a haunting beauty and a mysterious tie to Blackthorn’s enigmatic past. When Armand is ambushed by rogue vampires, Celeste intervenes, saving his life and forcing him to question the beliefs that have defined his purpose. Bound by a reluctant alliance, the hunter and the hunted join forces to unravel the dark forces behind the town’s turmoil. As they delve deeper, an undeniable connection blossoms, challenging their loyalties and blurring the line between duty and desire. Caught in a web of intrigue and danger, Armand grapples with his oath to destroy beings like Celeste, while she battles her own instincts to protect him. As a shadowy power threatens to destroy their fragile trust and the peace of Blackthorn, they must confront their deepest fears and decide whether their love is worth defying everything they’ve ever known or if it is doomed to end in tragedy.

[Your reward: A floating island to call your own.] [Your mission: Build your kingdom, summon legendary allies, and dominate the worlds!] [Your advantage: An SSS-grade Ultimate Gacha System.] Atlas Blackthorn, the newly chosen Lord of a floating island, wields the power to summon legendary warriors, powerful artifacts, and, of course, waifus . With boundless ambition and the Ultimate Gacha System at his side, Atlas sets out to become the strongest Lord in all worlds. How far will his ambition take him?

Lucian Blackthorn, hijo del legendario cazador de monstruos Victor Blackthorn, es visto como una decepción para su severo padre. Incapaz de cumplir con las expectativas que pesan sobre su apellido, es enviado a estudiar en una academia dominada por mujeres, donde se refugia en el mundo de la ingeniería. Una tarde, mientras regresa a casa en un abarrotado transporte público, sus ojos se cruzan con los de una chica de belleza hipnótica. Su inesperado reencuentro días después, bajo circunstancias misteriosas, revela un oscuro secreto: aquella fascinante joven oculta un peligroso rostro que cambiará para siempre la vida de Lucian.

Title: Alpha's Claim Omega's fight Sienna thought being mated to Alpha Lucien Blackthorne was her destiny—until she uncovered the lies that shattered her world. Betrayed, pregnant, and hunted by the very man who was supposed to cherish her, she flees into the dark wilderness with nowhere to turn. When a mysterious stranger with silver eyes and deadly power saves her life, Sienna discovers a truth long buried: Lucien’s exiled brother, Damien, is alive—and he burns with vengeance against the brother who betrayed them both. As danger closes in from all sides, Sienna must make a choice: trust Damien and risk her heart again, or face a ruthless Alpha determined to own her. With secrets unraveling and enemies lurking in the shadows, the fight for freedom becomes a battle for survival. But can a broken bond ever truly be severed? And what price will she pay for justice—and love—when the wolves howl for blood?

On the night of her 23rd birthday, Isla Tang is swept into the dark, icy depths of the ocean during a storm on a luxury cruise. But when she wakes, she’s no longer Isla—she’s Lady Evangeline Marlowe, the infamous villainess from her favorite historical romance novel, *Scarlet Promises.* Doomed to a fate of betrayal, heartbreak, and death at the hands of the story’s heroine and male lead, Isla must navigate the treacherous world of politics, romance, and court intrigue to rewrite her destiny. Gone are the days of scheming for the crown prince’s love—Isla has no intention of repeating Evangeline’s mistakes. But as she tries to avoid the heroine’s shadow, her path collides with Duke Adrian Blackthorn, a cold and calculating man destined to become her greatest rival. With her modern perspective and knowledge of the novel’s plot, Isla begins to uncover secrets buried deep within the kingdom—secrets that may hold the key to changing not just her own fate, but the entire story. As alliances shift and truths come to light, Isla must decide: will she forge a new life in this world, or will she remain a prisoner of the villainess’s tragic tale?