What Hides In The Shadows

Meet Detective: *Ava Morales* - Age: 29 - Occupation: Homicide Detective - Personality: Ava is sharp-witted, fiercely independent, and deeply driven. She has a strong sense of justice and is willing to bend the rules to uncover the truth. - Background: Ava has a troubled past, having lost her younger brother to gang violence when she was a teenager. This personal tragedy fuels her determination to make a difference in her community. Ava is tasked with tracking down the elusive Shadow killer, who has been claiming responsibility for a string of high-profile murders targeting corrupt officials and business leaders. unknown to detective Ava that the shadow killer was right under her nose

In a world where ignorance and indifference can be more powerful than any weapon, a boy named Spy discovers he has the power to erase anything in the world. After being ignored and ostracized by society, Spy decides to use his power to change the course of history and make people aware of his existence. With a master plan in mind, Spy begins erasing objects, people, and places, creating chaos and mystery that no one can explain. As the town of Ashwood descends into chaos, Spy finds himself in the spotlight—but not in the way he expected.

"If somehow you could rewrite your life's greatest sins." Damien Vryce, a hard-hearted killer, was hanged for tyranny. He found himself awoken one year ahead of his fall. Having recollections from his past, he swore to make amends and save himself from the gallows. In the path of redemption lay treachery, conspiracies under the surface, and an unlikely, but hot love with the unknown woman, Amara Draven. As Damien sows the seeds of distrust by laying ruin to his past empire of fear, he recognizes that redemption considers the acknowledgement of the sins that have been committed along with the crossing of the line from sin to repentance. An entire kingdom lies in the threshold of war, enemies imbued with greed lurk in the shadows, and the second chance for Damien may well be the last. 20 power stones = 2 extra chapter 4 golden ticket = 2 extra chapter

[Warning : R-18 scenes!] After transmigrating, Kimi discovered that she was the Light who could control the Darkness, a powerful monster capable of destroying the world. She is caught in a dispute between countries and the Demon Lords, who are fighting over the Light and want to rule the world through the Darkness. Unexpectedly, she, as the Light, and the Darkness fell in love with each other. Kimi struggles to survive those who want the Light and to prove her love.

Anterors a cupid, brimming with youthful enthusiasm, dreams of ruling over the realm of love alongside his father, the esteemed Cupid King Amor. However, his attempts to inspire love with his bow and arrow are met with unexpected resistance. His arrows seem to lose their magic, falling harmlessly to the ground. Despondent, Anterors confronts his father, who reveals a crucial truth: true power in the realm of love lies not in forced affection, but in genuine healing. To prove his worth, Cupid must mend the broken heart of Anna, a young woman whose life was irrevocably altered by the sudden and tragic loss of her parents in a car accident. Anna, grappling with the profound grief and trauma of the accident, has built impenetrable walls around her heart. Haunted by the memory of her parents, she struggles with intense grief, fear, and a deep-seated distrust of the world. She has sworn off love, believing it to be a cruel illusion, and has become cynical and withdrawn. Anterors, initially hesitant, embarks on a challenging journey to reach Anna. He must navigate the complexities of human emotions, understand the depth of Anna's pain, and ultimately earn her trust. He must learn to recognize the subtle signs of her trauma – the flashbacks, the anxiety, the emotional numbness – and offer support and comfort without intruding on her grief. Along the way, Anterors discovers that true love is not about grand gestures or fleeting infatuations. It's about empathy, understanding, and the courage to face vulnerability. He learns to listen to Anna's story, to validate her feelings, and to offer genuine comfort and support. Slowly, Anna begins to open her heart to Cupid, not as a symbol of love, but as a compassionate friend. As their bond deepens, Anterors realizes that true healing comes from within, and his role is to simply guide and support Anna on her journey of self-discovery and recovery. Through his experiences with Anna, Anterors discovers the true meaning of love – not as a force to be wielded, but as a powerful force for healing and growth. He learns that genuine love requires patience, understanding, and the courage to be vulnerable himself. In the end, Anna's heart begins to mend, not because of Anterors magical arrows, but because of the genuine connection they have forged. Cupid, having learned the true essence of his powers, proves himself worthy of the throne, not as a king of forced affections, but as a king of hearts, a true Heartmender.

Tick tock "Tick Tock's the name and hide and seek's my game." There's a killer on the loose that goes by the name Tick Tock. Victim after victim meet a grisly end. What would happen when one of those victims escapes?

In the Shadows of the Night In the city's underworld, a mysterious mafia organization reigns supreme. Amidst the shadows, a young woman named Odessa crosses paths with the mafia's enigmatic leader. Their chance encounter sets off a chain reaction of events, drawing Odessa into a world of intrigue, deception, and danger. As she becomes entangled in the mafia's web, Odessa must navigate the treacherous landscape of loyalty, power, and forbidden attraction. Will she succumb to the darkness that surrounds her, or will she find a way to shine a light on the secrets that haunt the night?

The whole world was flooded by creatures of unknown origins and began killing millions. Ronan Ramos, a 17 year old students, spends most of his summer vacation at their house, never going outside. He was asked by his mother to go out and buy some things. While outside, He saw people running from something and what he saw is a horror.

For years, the kingdom of Velmont has thrived under a false lineage, a history rewritten by blood and betrayal. Kael Veyne was never meant to survive. The massacre that claimed her family should have erased her existence, buried her past beneath the ashes of a forgotten name. Yet, fate had other plans. Living in the shadows, honing her skills as an archer and assassin, Kael has spent her life surviving, never daring to hope—until a single discovery shatter everything she thought she knew. A lost book, hidden beneath the ruins of the past, whispers the truth: she is the rightful heir to the throne stolen from her family. And her brother, the one she believed lost to time, is still alive. With nothing but a name and the weight of a stolen crown, Kael embarks on a treacherous journey to uncover the secrets buried beneath deception and war. By her side is Riven Dain, a prince bound by his own burdens, a man of sharp wit, dangerous charm, and a past more entangled with hers than she could have imagined. Together, they must navigate a world of shifting alliances, hidden enemies, and an unseen force that has manipulated the fate of the kingdom for years. But reclaiming a legacy comes at a cost. As old wounds resurface and forbidden truths come to light, Kael must decide what she is willing to sacrifice for vengeance, justice, and the family she thought she lost. And amidst the chaos, as danger closes in and loyalties are tested, she will have to face the one thing she never prepared for—her own heart. The past was stolen. The future is uncertain. And in the shadows, the real enemy watches, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. **In a world where memories can be erased and history can be rewritten, some legacies refuse to die.**

Marina Vasiliev, the only daughter of a powerful political dynasty, uncovers a secret that could bring an entire political party to its knees—a secret her father would kill to keep buried. Branded a traitor and marked for death, Marina has only one chance to survive: placing her fate in the hands of Viktor Castellano, the enigmatic billionaire whose wealth is matched only by his dangerous mafia ties. Viktor built his empire by wielding power in both the corporate world and the underworld, where trust is a currency more valuable than money. When Marina offers him the only leverage that could upend the political elite, he agrees to protect her—but at a price. Her loyalty. Her obedience. And eventually… her body. Trapped in a perilous game of power, Marina finds herself ensnared in Viktor’s world, where betrayal is inevitable, and attraction is a dangerous distraction. As their fates intertwine, desire and deception blur the lines between captor and captive. With enemies closing in and secrets threatening to destroy them both, Marina must decide: can she outplay a man who controls everything, or will she become just another pawn in his ruthless empire? In Entwined in Shadows, survival is a gamble, and love is the deadliest risk of all.

[A Reverse Harem Fantasy Romance] "Wherever there are shadows, there has to be a light" ~ Seraphina Winters, the Mafia Queen of the 21st century, dies at the age of 28 in an assassination attempt and finds herself facing the trial that will decide her place in the afterlife, i.e. - heaven or hell. However, a weird situation occurs when her bad deeds turn out to be equal to her good deeds performed during her mortal life. To solve the situation, the Council of Afterlife offers her a chance to increase her good deeds and secure her place in heaven. As for the offer - marry the Shadow Lords and revive the cursed land of Shadow City. The council even offers her their newly created system to help her with the impossible task. Dressed in an all-black wedding gown, Seraphina finds herself outside a haunted castle in the depths of a haunted city. From here begins Seraphina's journey of handling her four very hot but dangerous husbands while bringing a very dead city back to life with the help of the system. ----- For more updates about the story, follow me on Instagram: @nightsummer20 ******* Disclaimer: The book cover is mine.

Artemis Vincent's life was pretty much bad before but as if the universe wanted to make things worse her parents died in a car accident, leaving her alone in their house. Not long, she is sent packing by the landlord as she could no longer fend for herself. Artemis started to hustle even for food. She goes to a restaurant one day, sees a gold watch and steals it. Unknown to her the gold watch belongs to one of the most powerful men in California. When Artemis is caught, she is given a choice. Die in jail or be the mistress to this powerful and utterly ruthless man.

"I should have stayed home and played video games." This was Ray's last thought before darkness engulfed him after he was hit by a car. But surprisingly, instead of finding himself before the gates of hell after dying, Ray found out he was transmigrated into another world. The world Ray was transmigrated to was called Arora World, a place where you can use different kinds of skills, magic, and even acquire powerful classes. Ray found himself in the body of a young boy named Evan, who was studying in a hunter academy after awakening his abilities at the age of fourteen. At first, Ray was happy that he was transmigrated into the body of someone who had awakened his abilities and could use the magic he always wanted to use. However, as Ray went through Evan's memories, he finally realized that everything was not as simple as he had expected. Evan had a unique physique that didn't allow him to increase his power like other people. Because of this useless unique physique, Evan was the weakest hunter in the entire academy. And that was not all; the more Ray looked at Evan's memories, the more he realized just how troublesome his situation was. "I know I entered this body without buying a ticket, but isn't this too much?" Ray said in a depressed voice after going through Evan's memories. Will Ray be able to survive in this new world? Is the physique of his new body really useless? Join Ray on his adventure to find out.

[WSA Entry 2025] Lya: ordinary. Until she vanished. On a trip. To an ancient temple. When she awoke: Aerya. City of powerful sorcerers. A world divided. By a bloody war. Against shapeshifters. Beings able to transform. Into ferocious creatures. No way back. Lya: trapped. Between ancient secrets. Dangerous magic. A conflict unrelated to her... until she discovered. Her role in this war: greater than she imagined. But, while she sought her place. In this world. A pair of golden eyes watched. From the shadows. Promising a destiny. That could destroy all she knew... or awaken something. She never knew existed. Within her. Between magic's light. And darkness's claws. Lya must choose. Who to trust... even if her heart leads her. To the forbidden side of the war.

"You can outrun many things, but fate will always find you, like your shadow in the light." . In the heart of Washington D.C., mafia heir Vaughn Volkov is on a mission that takes him far from the sun-soaked streets of California. The bustling city, with its imposing monuments and corridors of power, is a far cry from the palm-lined avenues of his home. Vaughn, however, is not one to be easily intimidated. His piercing blue eyes and commanding presence turn heads wherever he goes, a reminder that beneath his polished exterior lies a man accustomed to danger and control. Vaughn's path crosses with Eliza Monroe, a seemingly innocent college student whose gentle demeanor masks a resilience forged from her own turbulent past. Eliza, with her kind heart and determined spirit, is an enigma. She spends her days buried in books at the library, her nights working part-time to make ends meet. Her brown eyes, often hidden behind a cascade of dark curls, hold a depth that Vaughn finds both intriguing and unsettling. Their first encounter is anything but ordinary. Vaughn watches, intrigued by her fearlessness and the fire in her eyes. "You're not like the others," he remarks later, cornering her in the quiet corner of the library. His voice is a low, dangerous purr that sends shivers down Eliza's spine. "And you're not just the student here," she retorts, meeting his gaze with a mixture of curiosity and caution. "What do you want from me?" Vaughn's lips curve into a slow, dangerous smile. "Maybe I just want to get to know you." Despite her reservations, Eliza feels a strange pull towards Vaughn. His presence is intoxicating, a blend of danger and allure that she finds hard to resist. As they spend more time together, Eliza begins to see glimpses of the man beneath the mafia heir. Vaughn, too, finds himself drawn to Eliza in ways he never anticipated. Her kindness, her strength, and her unyielding spirit ignite something within him that he thought long buried. Yet, as their connection deepens, the shadows of their pasts loom ever larger. Vaughn's family business, shrouded in crime and violence, is never far from his mind. His enemies are ruthless, and his association with Eliza puts her squarely in their crosshairs. Eliza, too, harbors secrets. The dark forces that have shaped her life threaten to consume her, and Vaughn's world only amplifies those dangers. As their worlds collide, they must navigate a treacherous web of intrigue, passion, and forbidden desire. But with danger lurking around every corner, will their love survive, or will they be torn apart by the shadows of fate?

Xavier witnesses his father being murdered in cold blood by his father's most trusted friend. 16 years later, he becomes the most feared CEO in the business world all the while nursing his vengeance in his heart. Evie, Thomas's daughter, a beautiful Lady with an innocent heart finds herself intertwined with Xavier, she falls in love with him. Xavier uses Evie to get close to Thomas, But fate has another thing in store for them both. follow on the exciting journey of Xavier and Evelyn as they both find love in themselves when it was supposed to be the opposite

In a world transformed by a fallen star, magic has become as natural as breathing - and just as essential for survival. While others revel in their newfound powers, one boy harbors a secret that makes him unlike anyone else. Stalked by those who sense his difference, shunned by a society obsessed with magical might, he navigates a realm where supernatural prowess determines not just status, but survival. "The Shadows of Aethel" follows his desperate journey through a world that treats anything unknown as a threat. In a reality where arcane gifts separate the elevated from the condemned, he must discover whether being different dooms him to the shadows - or marks him for something far more extraordinary than anyone could imagine.

Amara Smith is a vision of black excellence at the elite Braidwood High. She is the school's star cellist with nothing but a bright future ahead of her. That all changes when Vanko Chernenko, her old middle school bully, crashes back into her life. He is the hurricane that ushers in complete chaos, stripping her world bare.

In the dead of winter, beneath a bleak sky, a lone child flees through a vast, snow-covered forest, chased by men whose swords gleam with deadly intent. His breath is ragged, his steps faltering, but he doesn’t dare slow down. With every crunch of snow beneath armored boots drawing closer, the child knows he’s running out of time. When a single misstep sends him tumbling to the frozen ground, all seems lost. His pursuers close in, their blades raised, ready to strike. But something stirs in the shadows of the forest, something ancient, something watching. The chase may have ended, but the story is just beginning.

The sudden disappearance of bank manager at a bank is reported. The police soon uncover that the young bank manager was stealing mutual funds from the business bank account; acquiring millions of dollars illegally. Now the bank and authorities are after him for justice; will Jack get away in time, or will the authorities catch him??

In a world where the gods have forged the ultimate artifact of power the Crown of Kings, royalties from every corner of the realm prepare for a divine contest to claim dominion over all. Amidst the clash of emperors, queens, and warlords, alliances crumble and kingdoms prepare for war. Yet, unknown to these mighty rulers, an unassuming challenger without royal blood steps onto the battlefield, ready to defy destiny and the gods themselves. This story is also in Noveltoon

En un mundo donde la ignorancia y la indiferencia pueden ser más poderosas que cualquier arma, un chico llamado Espía descubre que tiene el poder de borrar cualquier cosa del mundo. Después de ser ignorado y marginado por la sociedad, Espía decide utilizar su poder para cambiar el curso de la historia y hacer que la gente se dé cuenta de su existencia. Con un plan maestro en mente, Espía comienza a borrar objetos, personas y lugares, creando un caos y un misterio que nadie puede explicar. Mientras la ciudad de Ashwood se sume en el caos, Espía se convierte en el centro de atención, pero no de la manera que esperaba.

In the city of Lumina, three extraordinary teenagers—Alex, Maya, and Ashley—carry the burden of both their heroic destinies and the weight of their hidden identities. When their powers are revealed, they quickly become the talk of the town, admired and feared by all. But with fame comes danger. The trio must face not only the growing threats of dark forces but also the complicated balance of being heroes and living regular lives in high school. As they fight to protect the city from the encroaching darkness of Darkwave, a mysterious and malevolent entity, their bond deepens. Alex, the speedster with a shadowed past, Maya, the elemental sorceress, and Ashley, the brilliant strategist with an arsenal of gadgets, learn the true meaning of hope, unity, and sacrifice. But their greatest challenge comes when Maya mysteriously disappears, leaving Alex and Ashley to navigate life without her. As the months stretch on, their connection is tested, and Alex finds himself wrestling with longing and uncertainty, while Ashley struggles with her own insecurities about love and being seen. When Maya unexpectedly returns, transformed and more beautiful than ever, she reveals the true reason for her absence: she had to live in the shadows, protecting them from a force far greater than Darkwave. Yet, even as she reunites with Alex and Ashley, the danger is far from over, and their bonds will be tested in ways they never imagined. In a world filled with darkness, can love and hope truly triumph over the shadows? Or will the trio's powers and hearts shatter under the pressure of their destinies? Please note: stories will be updated every day

After being whisked away into another world, from one cruel existence to another, Sylvia finds herself in front of a demon lord. He who only has one command for her. Be my bride.

Rosalie Ravenswood and Christopher Windham entered a marriage of convenience, bound by their families’ agreement and the absence of fated mates. But just one week after their wedding, Christopher asked for a divorce, and Rosalie left without protest. What neither of them knew was that she was already carrying his child. Shunned by her family and pack, Rosalie sought refuge inside the pack of rogues under her grandfather's care, determined to build a new life for herself and her unborn child far from the shadows of her past. Six years later, her quiet world is interrupted when Christopher appears on her doorstep, holding his late grandfather’s hidden will—one that inexplicably requires her involvement. Determined to shield her young son from the tangled intrigues of the pack's complicated politics, Rosalie hides his identity and agrees to help resolve the matter, hoping to sever her final ties to that world for good. But returning to the life she thought she had left behind proves more dangerous than she anticipated. With the growing tension within the Moonshadow pack, Rosalie realizes that keeping her son’s identity hidden may be far more difficult—and far riskier—than she ever imagined.

in the ancient kingdom of Zhuoyang, Empress Lianhua reigns with an iron grip, her rare Dark element striking fear into all who dare oppose her. Determined to shatter the power of men, she enforces brutal laws to ensure women dominate every corner of the empire. But one man escaped her reach—a survivor with the Light element, the only force strong enough to rival her darkness. Years later, his daughter, a fierce wielder of Water, rises as the next successor, unknowingly carrying the hope of rebellion within her. When she gives birth to a son who inherits the unmatched power of Light, the empress’s worst fears come alive.

In the bustling city of Lagos, Detective Ayo Daramola is no stranger to danger, but the "Ribbon Reaper" case has pushed him to his limits. A string of brutal murders has left the city paralyzed with fear, each victim marked by a chilling signature: a single red ribbon tied to their wrist. As the body count rises, the elusive killer begins to taunt Ayo directly, luring him into a deadly game of cat and mouse. When Ayo receives an anonymous message demanding a midnight meeting at the desolate Oju Irin Bridge, he is thrust deeper into the nightmare. The encounter leads him to a video of a terrified woman bound to a chair, her life hanging by a thread. Racing against time, Ayo deciphers a cryptic clue that points him to a rundown bar near the Apapa docks. But even as he rescues the victim, an explosion shatters the fragile victory, leaving Ayo with more questions than answers. As the investigation unfolds, Ayo must navigate a labyrinth of lies, corruption, and secrets buried deep within Lagos’ underbelly. The killer’s twisted motives remain shrouded in darkness, but one thing is clear: the Ribbon Reaper is always one step ahead. With each move, the stakes grow higher, and the lines between hunter and hunted blur. "Shadows in the Savannah" is a gripping thriller that combines the gritty reality of urban Nigeria with the relentless pace of a high-stakes murder investigation. As Ayo races to unmask the Ribbon Reaper, he must confront his own demons and the fragile line between justice and vengeance. Can he unravel the mystery before the killer’s next move, or will he become the final victim in the Reaper’s deadly game?

"What are emotions worth in a world of dominance and desire?" Beneath the bustling streets of Bangkok, K&MC thrives as a hidden sanctuary for the elite, where power and desire are auctioned in their purest, most unrestrained forms. Amon and Kay Acainé-Saelau-Charoensuk, heirs to a family empire, are its enigmatic operators-masters of emotional manipulation who balance the ruthless demands of their family business with the forbidden allure of the auction's seductive world. While Amon guards his gelid composure and Kay fights against the chaos of his own impulses, their secret lives at K&MC entangle them in intense, volatile relationships. Khamron Almeida-Chalermchai, a beguiling wildcard, disrupts Kay's carefully constructed control, while Hiran Lunalilo-Sthirasuta, an infatuated advocate, forces Amon to confront desires he cannot suppress. As secrets unravel and personal boundaries blur, the Acainé family finds itself pulled into a web of betrayal, obsession, and desire. But in a world where emotional currency is traded like gold, what is the price of vulnerability-and who will pay it? #BL #Thailand #Romcom #MysteryandPassion #SecretsandLies #Family #FamilyBusiness #MentalDisorder #DarkRomance #BLNovel #NewWriter #LGBT+ #NewStory #Yaoi