Madness Behind The Mask Miranda Grant

In a world ruled by seven mighty empires, cruelty and power dominate the land. At the heart of it all stands Narzan, the most feared and hated of all nations, where savagery and ambition reign supreme. Beyond the borders of mortal lands lie forbidden realms—the unenterable Demon Realm, the accursed Lost Soul Realm, and the enigmatic Elven Kingdom—each holding secrets that could reshape the fate of the world. As the balance of power teeters on the edge of chaos, the Weave of Magic, the invisible force binding all existence, stirs ominously. Shadows of vengeance, ambition, and destiny loom large, threatening to engulf all in their wake. In this unforgiving world, only those who dare to grasp power and face the darkness within themselves can hope to survive. But at what cost? ---

Olivia Miller, a billionaire, must return to her roots in Miami under a false identity after spending years abroad. Now working as a personal assistant to Noah Jones—a man from her painful past—Olivia's world spirals into a tangled web of lies, betrayals, and dangerous power games. As the tension between them escalates, old wounds resurface, enemies emerge, and alliances blur. Secrets from the past threaten to destroy everything, while Olivia’s ruthless nature and Noah’s relentless drive put them on a collision course that could shatter lives. In this high-stakes game, where power, love, and vengeance collide, who will come out on top? How long will it take for Olivia to reveal her true identity and intentions? Prepare for a gripping tale of deceit, hidden motives, and explosive consequences where no one is safe.

Beatrice has always known a life of struggle and survival. But when she's kidnapped and thrust into a world of luxury and deceit, she discovers a shocking truth: her entire life has been orchestrated by a mysterious figure known only as Gabriel. As she becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue and power struggles, Beatrice must confront the darkness of her own past and the true nature of her existence. Will she be able to break free from the shackles of her past and forge a new future, or will she remain forever bound by those who claim to own her?

What happens when Madness meets Insanity?? Only chaos could be born from such cataclysmic collision. In the kingdom of Aethel, ruled by the tyrannical King Owen, tradition reigns supreme, often at the cost of humanity. Bound by ancient laws, Owen is forced to make a horrifying choice upon the birth of his twins: to eliminate his newborn daughter, fulfilling a prophecy that foretells doom should twins exist. This sets in motion chain of events that would challenge the very foundation of Aethel. What happens when ancient prophecies collide with the unpredictable nature of a weakening veil? When the line between tradition and survival blurs, and when the very foundation of Aethel’s existence is threatened? The siblings must confront not only the monstrous abominations beyond the veil but also the dark secrets and terrible choices of their own father, a king whose adherence to tradition has pushed him to the brink of madness. The fate of Aethel hangs in the balance, dependent on the choices of four siblings – each grappling with their unique powers, their familial bonds, and the terrible weight of a world teetering on the precipice of chaos.

In Ogun's Kingdom, gods once walked among mortals, their presence leaving echoes of power, mystery, and ambition. Now, only the masked bearers of divine blessings bridge the gap between humans and the forgotten pantheon. Thorne Ironhold, a blind boy born into the prestigious Ironhold fief, stands at a precipice. Blessed by an unknown god during the sacred mask rite, he is labeled a "Stray"—an outcast marked by powers beyond mortal comprehension. Yet beneath the shadows of his failure lies an unimaginable secret: Thorne's mask holds the power to defy the natural order. As Thorne ventures from his father's forge to the treacherous Garden of the Gods and the rigorous academy, he seeks not only to carve his own path but to uncover the truth behind his destiny. Every battle tests his limits, every limit surpassed brings him closer to the power once lost to men—and closer to the chaos lurking within. In a world where dances summon divine might and masks conceal more than they reveal, Thorne's journey becomes a quest to challenge the gods themselves. But as he walks the path they once tread, he must ask: Will he rise among the embers of forgotten legends, or be consumed by them?

Book 2, Mask Behind the Shadows, continues the series of What's Behind the Looking Glass. In this installment, EJ Stuart, a young boy trapped behind the Looking Glass, is on the verge of becoming the White Solon - the one person who can save all realms, including his own. However, before he can fulfill his destiny, he must face numerous obstacles. One such obstacle is Morgan, an evil wizard from the Shadow Realm, and his master, Hess Lotti. Both of them want to manipulate EJ to change his destiny and become gods, ruling over all human races. Fortunately, the Gods of Light have come to EJ's aid. But before they can help him, EJ must prove himself to his friends, family (the Downings), and many mythical beings from behind the looking glass. Together, with their support, they bring the Shadow Realm to its knees.

James a man from Zimbabwe moved into south Africa to start his life afresh and to build a better life for himself. Him moving into south Africa made him meet the most beautiful girl that was clever and also had bright ideas. They dated and so where will their love story led them to, will they have a bright future together and a lovely ending or will this story end with sadness, pain and tears.

Emma is a smart teenage girl who is ostracized at school by her brother and his friends for something she did three months ago. She spends most of her time in Blackwood Forest until she encounters a sadistic supernatural clown boy who changes her entire life.

Dive headfirst into the hilariously quirky world of online trends, social media chaos, gaming antics, and musical madness! In this light novel, Lillian embarks on a journey through a world where fame is fleeting, friendships are tested, and the line between reality and the virtual realm blurs. Lillian, just like any other girl, dreams of skyrocketing to fame on eBunnee, the hottest social media app. But her path takes a twist when she stumbles into the mysterious Heart-Ling Forest and meets an eccentric ghost with a dramatic flair. At Estresey Academy, students are trained not just for future careers but to become eBunnee addicts, obsessing over follower counts—because in this world, their lives truly depend on it. And it's not just the humans; even non-humans are vying for the spotlight.

It is said, some people are born with unordinary gifts that a normal human should not or should never possess. One of these gifts is being a medium. A medium who has the ability to see the spirits, ghosts, curses, apparitions or say he is present both in the mortal world and the spirit world. Now, what would a normal person do if he starts seeing beings with unnatural appearances, frightening faces, broken bodies, hovering around? What would a normal person do if he is the only one who can see them? What would a normal person do if nobody believes what he is going through? What would a normal person do when all his nightmares and childhood scares take shape before his eyes? What would a normal person do when he gets pulled and dragged under his bed by an unidentifiable, an unexplainable creature?What would you do? Would you run to your mother, or your father? Would you pray to God to save yourself? Would you give up and let them take you away? Or... Would you fight back??? Those who are lucky, those who are fortunate, those who have the choice to not believe in something they can't see. Just imagine, how lucky you are. It is never a good idea to intentionally connect with the spirit world. The tortured souls, the evil spirits, the malevolent ghost who enjoy and love tormenting, torturing, cursing alive humans, just imagine how much suffering can they inflict on you, which they want to and love to do. The unfortunate people, with the gift known as medium, born with the ability to live in both worlds, do you believe they survive for long? Some do who fight back. The fight, the battle of living and dead has long been going on. The battle in which one wants to merge the two worlds while the other one who wants to keep their world clean of such impurities so they could live a normal and merry life. The battle field is a globe, the dead has got numbers while the living just got few. But, living are aided by divinity and their beliefs. But, it's about time, for the ultimate entry in the field, a pair of mother and son, one is a mad medium and another is a hyper believer. Are you interested to learn how they made the spirit world fear their name?

"What's driving you, Cala? What's behind those eyes?" "The shadows, Detective. And they're hungry." In 17th-century London, Caledonia, a beautiful and troubled young woman, is driven by a dark force to kill. Centuries later, Detective Ryker must solve a series of gruesome murders that lead him to her. Torn between duty and desire, Detective Ryker must confront the ultimate question: can he save her from her demons, or will he become their next victim? "Mad as a Hatter" is a psychological thriller exploring madness, love, and redemption.

A quiet, unnoticed student hides a shocking secret: a double life as an online sensation. When a school project forces them to team up with the school’s most popular classmate, an accidental discovery threatens to expose everything. What starts as a tense revelation soon uncovers hidden truths neither expected, leaving both questioning who they really are—and who they can trust.

Jasmine is a witty, sarcastic, career-driven woman, fiercely protective of the people she loves but won't let a man into her heart Khaleed is one of the city's most eligible bachelor's, a known flirt and heir to his father's company, only he wanted no part in it. Well until news of his father's terminal illness gave him no choice but to go back home The girl who doesn't want a man in her life and the "golden boy" who is far from what gossip blogs say about him. When their paths cross, would she be one of his many "late night trysts"? or would he be the one who makes her give love a chance?

Closing his eyes after experiencing misfortune. Luki Constantine suddenly woke up in a world, and a time different from his own, he woke up in a world where the early development of Steam and Machinery A world with mysterious rituals, taboo knowledge, and various creatures beyond common sense that seem to be hidden behind the world that looks ordinary. He inevitably has to struggle in the body of Arshen Rosselvet who is always faced with various kinds of madness, strange creatures, and various mysterious organizations that worship the evil gods.

In a world ravaged by a mysterious Disease that has brought human civilization to the brink of collapse, the rules of reality no longer apply. The streets are empty, the skies are gray, and the few remaining survivors are forced to navigate a treacherous landscape of fear, uncertainty, and supernatural mystery. By day, the desolate landscape seems barren and still, but as night begins to fall, the shadows seem to stir and twist, hinting at the presence of forces that defy explanation. It is as if the darkness itself is a veil, hiding terrors that only reveal themselves when the sun dips below the horizon. Amidst the ruins of a once-great city, the living are forced to confront the possibility that they are not alone in this desolate world, and that the Disease may be only the beginning of a descent into madness and terror.

Synopsis: Ezekiel’s life was a tragic tale of addiction, loneliness, and missed opportunities. A failed existence marred by a deadly overdose, his life seemed to end in darkness. But fate had other plans. Reincarnated in the body of Darius Lionhart, a 16-year-old prince with immense potential and godly mana reserves, Ezekiel is given a second chance — one that comes with power, intrigue, and danger. Darius, once seen as a weak and illegitimate son, is reborn as a man with limitless potential. Blessed with infinite mana and empowered by the mysterious chains that bind him, Ezekiel embraces his new identity with a ruthless resolve. His jealous brothers, Elias and Asher, who conspired to poison him, are in for a shock — Darius is no longer the pawn they believed him to be. With a mind sharpened by his past life and a body capable of incredible feats, Ezekiel sets his sights on the throne. He will no longer be the victim of his family’s schemes. Instead, he will become the most feared force in the kingdom, ruling with an iron fist and a heart of ice. But his journey will not be easy. Old rivals, deadly enemies, and even his own father — the legendary King Kael, an SSS-ranked battle god — stand in his way. To survive, Ezekiel must outmaneuver everyone around him. The throne is within his grasp, but only if he can navigate the deadly politics of the royal court, the manipulation of his siblings, and the countless challenges that await him. Will he rise to become the ultimate ruler, or will the kingdom’s power struggles consume him? In a world where only the strongest survive, Ezekiel will stop at nothing to claim his birthright. The Lionhart bloodline will either bow to him, or it will burn in the flames of his ambition.

A missing body of a prince and a dead body of a Queen at the Royal party. Princess Hazel lost her mother at an early age and she grew up with a step mother who was heartless like his father. At a royal party she is framed for murder by princess Lama and princess Lydia who also thinks she is the one who sent intruders to attack her. This fueled up a war between five kingdoms who were in peace. let's find out who will save her and how

Onkai awakens cluelessly in a world unbeknownst to him, where he is immediately handed the task to help the King after being granted an ability to aid him on his journey. However, Onkai doesn't feel so obedient and decides to go berserk in the village he has spawned into, massacring it's people for nothing more than his own sadistic pleasures and a mysterious, deeply embedded anger. News of a "Mad Player" spreads quickly throughout the Kingdom of Highmaria, prompting the King's guards to pursue him and forcing Onkai on the run. As Onkai learns more about this world, fragments of his forgotten past begin to surface, eventually leading him to believe that his origins may contribute to the rise of Highmaria's greatest enemy, forcing him down a deadly path to find out more.

Kane Marrick, trapped in the depths of depression, lived a life consumed by darkness—until one day, everything changed. His journey, from the suffocating void of despair, leads him down an unrelenting path towards an endless pursuit.

In the quiet darkness of the city, where shadows stretch long and secrets linger, a charming and meticulous man prowls unnoticed. By day, he’s an unassuming professional, navigating the corridors of power with ease, his impeccable manners and handsome face concealing the predator lurking beneath. By night, he dons his most dangerous mask—a façade of warmth and intrigue that draws unsuspecting victims into his carefully woven web. Obsessed with uncovering the truths hidden in human minds, he views each person as a puzzle, their fears, desires, and vulnerabilities as treasures to exploit. But when he encounters a woman who seems perfect for his next plan, his tightly controlled world begins to fray. As his games grow darker and more daring, the question looms: will he remain the master of his deadly art, or will the mask finally crack, exposing the monster within? "The Masked" is a chilling psychological thriller that delves into the twisted mind of a man who thrives in the shadows, a story of manipulation, obsession, and the masks we all wear.

Sam, an ordinary high-school student, had her life turned upside down when a run-in with masked psychopaths plunged his existence into a nightmarish ordeal of violence and terror.

What would you do if the person you raised, turned against you? For that person, you sacrificed your childhood but in the end, they still turned against you. It all began like a dream, a sweet dream to say, then a crack happened but she mended it, then another appeared and she mended it again until it finally broke down. Ely kept the lesson taught by life in the deepest part of her heart. She ran away because she was trying to escape from the truth but she met it again and this time, she lost her innocence, she lost the last bit of humanity she had and she lost the color of her soul and eventually, she submitted herself to the devil who used her gleefully. Silveria, a young King felt his ambitions came first before anything else. He once told a girl, that if he wanted something, he got it and it didn't matter how he got it. He was nicknamed the devil. The devil met this girl who lost the color of her soul and fed on her indifference but soon, he began to thirst for more. Is the devil going to pull her into hell with him or will both find salvation? PS:the cover is not mine so I can take it down if the owner comes by.

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Caspian inched closer until his lips were mere inches away from Davina's, reeling her in to close the nonexistent gap between their mouths. "Have you ever been kissed, Dimitri?" He asked. Before Davina could lose control after Caspian's cold lips lightly grazed hers, she pushed him away and hurriedly stood up. "My Lord, this is highly unethical!" Her real voice nearly slipped out amid the chaos. "What's unethical about this?" Caspian's face lifted to form an innocent yet devilish smile, he seemed to be enjoying the reaction he got out of her. Flustered, Davina turned her back to him and took deep breaths before speaking more composedly. "We are both men and it wasn't ethical of you to try and... kiss me." The last bit came out as a whisper blown away by the wind. Caspian's chuckle echoed through the woods as he stood up from the bench and faced Davina with a smug look on his face. "Tell me, Dimitri, was I really trying to kiss a man just now?" "W-what do you mean?" Davina stumbled backward as she stared at Caspian in shock and disbelief, unsure of what to do to save herself from that situation. "Let me rephrase my question." Caspian delicately grazed Davina's cheeks with the back of his hand. "Are you really a man?" ***** With a bounty on her head and the need for a place to stay, Davina snuck into the castle of Lendorr, posing as a man in the royal army. Luckily for her, she was able to get away with her ruse easily that is, until she met the mysterious Lord Caspian. She is tasked with being one of his guards all while trying to avoid getting caught by the man who made it his life's mission to ruin her plan. Through a twisted game of deceit, Davina is forced to make a grave choice between Love and the REAL reason why she snuck into the castle.

Grant Marshall, a former Wall Street prodigy, dies unexpectedly and awakens as a spirit tethered to an interdimensional trading system. Stripped of his physical form but armed with his cunning and knowledge, he must navigate a vast network of magical, technological, and cultivation worlds. To survive and thrive, Grant forms contracts with people in his old world, offering guidance in exchange for valuable items. These items are traded across dimensions to amass resources, unlock power, and uncover the secrets of his mysterious new existence. But every deal comes with its own risks, and as the stakes rise, Grant must outwit beings far beyond human comprehension to shape his destiny in this cosmic marketplace of endless possibilities.

Dragnelle Étoile is no stranger to secrets. A sharp-witted private investigator with a shadowed past, she navigates life with a limp, a cane adorned with a beast’s head, and a determination as unyielding as the pain in her leg. When Mickaël Rakoto, a man she hasn’t seen in decades, steps back into her life with a desperate plea, she is thrust into a world she thought she’d left behind—a world of wealth, power, and dangerous family secrets. Mickaël’s sister-in-law, Myrha Rakoto, has died under mysterious circumstances while climbing. Officially ruled as an accident, her death doesn’t sit well with Mickaël, who suspects foul play. But in a city where his wife’s powerful family—the Rakoto shipping dynasty—controls everything from the local police to the narrative of Myrha’s death, Mickaël needs someone fearless enough to uncover the truth. Dragnelle takes the case, but each clue she uncovers pulls her deeper into the Rakoto family’s web of lies, privilege, and betrayal. As she pieces together the circumstances of Myrha’s death, Dragnelle must confront ghosts from her own past, including her complicated history with Mickaël. With her sharp mind and sharper tongue, she maneuvers through bribes, betrayals, and old memories, searching for answers no one wants found. Set against the vibrant streets of Antananarivo and the shadowy world of high society, this is a gripping tale of ambition, justice, and the price of uncovering the truth. Secrets, after all, always have a way of coming to light—even when buried at the top of the climb.

In a world where the line between reality and the extraordinary blurs, Kai navigates the aftermath of a traumatic past. A chance encounter with masked individuals wielding supernatural powers thrusts him into a surreal sequence of events. As he witnesses a subway attack and his own house in flames, Kai discovers his uncle's involvement with a clandestine group possessing extraordinary abilities. The unfolding conflicts force Kai to confront a reality beyond his understanding, leading him on a journey of self-discovery and resilience in a world where powers beyond imagination shape his destiny.