Luke Mockridge Lena Landrut

Lucas "Luke" Chandler is a master of illusion, but his magic is all about sleight of hand and clever tricks, not real sorcery. In a twist of fate, Luke finds himself transported to a world where magic is genuine and powerful. Hailed as a great magician, Luke must use his wits and skills to keep up the charade and survive in this fantastical realm. As Luke navigates his new life, hilarity and danger follow him at every turn. From outsmarting people to dodging magical creatures, he must continually perform the ultimate illusion: convincing everyone that he possesses true magical power. Amidst the adventure, Luke grapples with his identity and the constant threat of being exposed as a fraud. In a world where magic is real, Luke discovers that the greatest power might just be his unique ability to blend illusion with reality. Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, events and incidents are the product of the author's imagination and his only. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. Heavy language is used in the story. Blood, gore, violence and sexual acts are also depicted in the story. Update: a chapters a day Site: https://akikure.carrd.co/

Naomi Luke, a 23-year-old woman, had yet to marry. In her family, turning 24 without a husband was considered a curse, and the solution was simple but unyielding—become a reverend sister. On the morning of Naomi’s birthday, Naomi was informed that her time had come; she was to embrace the life of a reverend sister. But fate, it seemed, had other plans in store for her. When Naomi meets the vampire stranger,her fate takes a mysterious turn

“I, Alpha Michael Goldline of the Night Fang pack, reject you, Ariana Davids, as my mate.” He said, and my lips parted. I couldn’t say a word. I simply stared into his eyes, watching him, looking into his cold green eyes. Everything faded into the background. All the sounds, faces… everything. All I could see was him, as his words replayed in my head. I, Alpha Michael Goldline… Michael rejected me. In front of everyone. … NightFang pack, reject you… This was our chance. What was he doing? … Ariana Davids as my mate. *** "Rejected by her pack and the boy she loved." Anna thought she'd never find her place in the world. But when a chance encounter with the ruthless Lycan King Luke sparks a passionate romance, she must confront the secrets of her past and the danger of their forbidden love. Amidst war and ancient curses, Anna is torn: will she embrace their destiny together or will their love be torn apart by the very forces that brought them together?

After being torn from his world in a sudden flash of light, Luke Lyons finds himself in a universe that turns all his expectations upside down. His late wife, Skye, whom he mourned for years, now stands before him as a the strongest caped heroine in a society where the gender dynamics are reversed. Despite the familiar warmth in her gaze, she’s different in ways that make him question if she’s truly the same woman he loved. As Luke navigates this strange world, he wonders if he can rekindle his bond with this new Skye or if he's forever haunted by the memory of the one he lost. Can Luke embrace a second chance at love, or will he only see his beloved's shadow in the woman before him? No harem. Some smut but mostly plot. No harem.

Lena always believed life was simple: work hard, protect her family, and keep her dreams small. But when her mother’s health takes a drastic turn, Lena faces an impossible choice. Desperate to save her, she accepts a deal from a ruthless CEO, Mr. Langston, who promises to cover her mother’s treatment—if she’ll spy on his business rival, Elias. Thrown into Elias’s world, Lena quickly learns he’s not just a cold-hearted CEO but a man scarred by betrayal and loneliness. As she grows closer to him, her loyalties waver. But when a stunning secret about her past comes to light, Lena’s whole life flips upside down. She isn’t who she thought she was—she’s the true heiress of the family fortune, stolen at birth by none other than her so-called “sister,” Vivian. Now, Lena must navigate a labyrinth of lies, forbidden love, and powerful enemies determined to keep her from her birthright. But with her heart caught between revenge and love, Lena realizes the truth is even more dangerous than she imagined. Will she claim her rightful place and find happiness, or will betrayal and ambition tear her life apart?

After getting hit by the truck, Luke was reincarnated as a target character in a reverse harem game. He was supposed to throw away his fiancée—the Villainess—and mindlessly follow the Protagonist. A side character he was destined to be, however, even if Luke accepts his fate as a side character, he cannot let the Villainess meet with the same dead end. ----------- Additional tags: No yaoi, no yuri, no NTR. Obsessive character, possessive character, solo-romance, no harem, early romance, possible lemons.

"The line between life and death is, at best, indistinct and uncertain. Who can truly determine where one ends and the other begins?" – Edgar Allan Poe. What if you were once a celebrated hero, only to awaken in a new life as a minor villain? Unaware that Lady Lena had fulfilled her role as the antagonist, a twist arises—a sequel to the story looms ahead. Armed with the knowledge of what’s to come, Lady Lena steps back into the arena she knows better than anyone: the battlefield.

Lenora, an orphaned omega, has always known her place: at the bottom of the pack, toiling away in the kitchen while enduring constant insults. Headstrong and unyielding, she often speaks up for what is right—earning her the ire of her packmates, especially the ruthless Lycan King, Jax, and his confidante, Claire. On her twenty-first birthday, Lenora’s life takes an unexpected turn when she discovers that Jax is her fated mate. But instead of joy, the revelation brings humiliation. Jax, embarrassed by their bond, demands secrecy and rejects her outright. When a cruel setup orchestrated by Claire forces Jax to banish Lenora and her closest friend, Noah, tragedy strikes, leaving Lenora shattered and determined to abandon her werewolf roots. Haunted by his actions, Jax tries to bring Lenora back, but she is no longer the omega he once disregarded. Found and manipulated by Jax's estranged brother, Luke—a vengeful outcast—Lenora must navigate a web of lies, uncovering truths about her mate and the dark secrets that threaten to tear the pack apart. As power struggles ignite and betrayal cuts deep, Lenora must rise above the chaos to protect what remains of her heart and her pack. But when love and revenge collide, will Lenora and Jax find their way back to each other, or will their bond be forever broken?

"Fake it till you make it" It was a phrase that became Leo's only hope for survival as he was forced to play the role of the biggest big boss when he was nothing more than a small fish. Set in a world where Earth is riddled with natural disasters and humans must migrate to new planets onboard massive arc ships, this novel follows the journey of the Skyshard brothers Luke and Leo as they fight against their fate and rise to the top from the lowest of lows. --------------- A/N - This novel will explore the concept of misunderstandings and a MC whose real strength is over exaggerated through a rigged system. It will be a humorous blend of concepts such as Sci-Fi, Fantasy, MMORPG and Slice Of Life into one novel. If you are tired of conventional novels and are looking for something new, This book will definitely satisfy your itch, so please give it a try! Discord - https://discord.com/invite/PPhnY3ZAqH

In a world where eternal night and day exist in half of the globe, there exist the 2 clans. The light and the dark clans. Basically the light clan lives on eternal day where as the The dark clan live in the eternal dark. Everything was peaceful until that day where the two kings of the clan foresaw a dark coming,the eclipse.Not your normal eclipse but reversed one,the light clan were going to be taken over by darkness as the dark clans would be smothered with light,the two elements the two clans couldn't stand,since they needed their corresponding elements to survive. So a prophecy was made by the king of eternal day and king eternal night, saying that when the eclipse is near the 2 chosen by the gods,god of night and god of day would save the people. The eclipse kept on nearing but the chosen ones were never found until Finnaly the last year from the eclipse the chosen ones, Luke and Luna were found. Luke of the shadow clan and Luna of the rays clan. These two were set on a mission to stop the eclipse from happening and destroying their people. A mission given to them directly by the gods,and since they had extreme concentrations of their elements,they easily communicated with the gods of their world. Will Luke and Luna succedd with saving their people or will they fail and cause their kind's destruction. Will the prophecy be true, or will it be false.

After witnessing the massacre of his whole village, Luke's life has been turned upside down and he is forced to venture into the unknown beast kingdom. Luke will have to live alongside monsters and he will have to become strong enough to exact vengeance!

In the wake of tragedy, Jack Hayes struggles to cope with the devastating loss of his younger brother, Ethan "The Viper" Hayes, who dies in a brutal MMA fight against the reigning state champion, Rico "The Beast" Martinez. While the match is ruled an accident, Jack is haunted by the belief that foul play led to Ethan's untimely death. Consumed by grief and anger, he grapples with feelings of helplessness and guilt. In his search for closure, Jack decides to enter the world of MMA—not for revenge, but to find peace and honor Ethan's memory. Under the mentorship of Lena, a seasoned fighter with her own troubled past, Jack begins a grueling training regimen that tests his physical and mental limits. As he fights through local circuits, he discovers the camaraderie and resilience of fellow fighters, all of whom share their own struggles and stories of loss. As Jack rises through the ranks, he adopts the persona of "The Ghost," channeling his brother's spirit and seeking to transform his pain into strength. But as he gains recognition, the specter of Rico looms larger, culminating in a high-stakes tournament that could earn Jack the chance to face the man he holds responsible for Ethan’s death. In the climactic battle, Jack confronts not just Rico, but the internal demons that have plagued him since the tragedy. As he fights for redemption, he learns that true strength lies in embracing the past and that finding peace is a journey, not a destination. "The Ghost of the Ring" is a powerful tale of grief, resilience, and the transformative power of sport, exploring the delicate balance between revenge and healing in the unforgiving world of mixed martial arts.

Luke was reading a novel and after reading it, he fell asleep. When he woke up he was not in his bed. He was somewhere else. This was a world full of magic. He finds himself transmigrated into the novel he was reading. He was in the body of the Skywing Wolf, a powerful commander-level demon attacking Silvercrest City. Luke didn't mind being human or demon. Being a demon might even be better; after all, demons were powerful in this world. But becoming the Skywing Wolf who had already invaded Silvercrest City? That was not good. The Skywing Wolf was a villain in the novel, who was going to die at the hands of the protagonist. He had one year time to get stronger, otherwise he will die at the hands of the protagonist. He was losing hope. That's when the system arrived. [Ding! Perfect host detected.] [Do you want to accept binding?] "Yes, accept!" Luke stood up, excited. The heavens hadn't forgotten him after all. [System binding…] [Binding successful!] [Congratulations, host! You have obtained the Pregnancy System.] [Impregnate Women, Have Children, obtain rewards and create the strongest Family] "Forming bonds and nurturing the next generation to become stronger—who wouldn't like that?" he thought with a smile. Especially in a magical world; if you work hard enough, building the strongest empire is within reach. [You have a newbie gift pack. Do you want to open it?] "Open it," Luke said without hesitation. [Opening newbie gift pack…] [Congratulations! You have obtained a Transformation Pill and a double purity blessing for all attributes.] Note: This novel doesnot contain NTR, YURI scenes. The MC goal is to create the strongest family.

When her father is arrested for a crime he didn’t commit, 16-year-old Ada’s world crumbles. Determined to uncover the truth, she enlists the help of her four closest friends. Together, they unravel a web of dark secrets that threaten to tear them apart. But amid the chaos, Ada finds herself drawn to Luke, one of her best friends, whose loyalty is as steadfast as his heart is guarded. As the pressure mounts and betrayals come to light, Ada is forced to confront the darker sides of the people she loves—and of herself. Torn between her growing feelings for Luke and the mission to save her father, Ada must decide how far she’s willing to go for justice. When the ultimate betrayal pushes her to the edge, she faces a choice that could shatter everything she holds dear. Dark Bonds is a thrilling story of love, betrayal, and the unbreakable ties that define us. Will Ada’s heart survive the fight for the truth?

Lena Kim, a spirited young delivery girl, balances her hectic job with caring for her widowed father, Ethan, an alcoholic turned renowned webtoon artist. Ethan's webtoon, "Veil of the Vanguard," features an action-packed urban saga with a charming and powerful male lead, Daniel Cross, a young billionaire who runs an undercover organization aiding the government in capturing deadly criminals. When Lena is pulled into the webtoon's gritty world, she meets Daniel and falls in love, altering the storyline and blurring the lines between reality and fiction, causing chaos as the webtoon begins to bleed into real life.

In the immersive virtual reality world of VGO (Virtual Galactic Online), Luke Rennelheart, a struggling miner, stumbles upon a mysterious energy crystal that grants him access to a hidden "Legacy of the Fallen" system. This system allows him to level up, complete quests, and unlock unique skills and traits tied to a lost ancient civilization within VGO. Driven by the promise of escaping his mundane real-life existence and acquiring powerful abilities, Luke dedicates himself to mining resources and completing quests, navigating the complex VGO economy and dealing with various player factions, including fanatical groups and powerful corporations. As he progresses, he uncovers fragments of the Fallen's history, while also contending with the potential for exploitation and manipulation within the virtual world, all while trying to keep the existence of his hidden system a secret.

Luke is an adventurer, but not the kind you're thinking of. he's more interested in the beautiful woman the world offers than dungeons or monsters. Luke travels from town to town indulging in lustful pleasures. and luckily he lives in a world of swords and magic where there is no shortage of exotic women, from gothic vampires to beautiful elves and everything in between.

Lena revient dans le quartier de son enfance, qu’elle découvre au bord de bouleversements profonds. L’ancienne librairie, autrefois un centre animé d’échange culturel, est restée fermée pendant des années. Aujourd’hui, face à la gentrification qui s’installe et aux petites entreprises qui luttent pour survivre, Lena rêve de redonner vie à cet espace intime en le transformant en un centre vibrant d’art, d’apprentissage et de dialogue. Grâce à la confiance hésitante d’un commerçant méfiant, au potentiel inexploité d’un jeune musicien tiraillé entre son art et la quête de gloire sur les réseaux sociaux, et à la sagesse douce d’un enseignant à la retraite, Lena découvre que les liens communautaires sont aussi fragiles qu’essentiels. Ensemble, ils tentent de briser le cercle de l’indifférence et de la déconnexion, une lecture de poésie, une peinture murale et une soirée micro ouvert à la fois. Chuchotements entre les Étagères propose une exploration inspirante de la résilience, du dialogue et du pouvoir discret des espaces culturels dans un environnement urbain. C’est un voyage qui célèbre le courage nécessaire pour réécrire l’histoire d’un quartier, un lecteur, une histoire et une conversation à la fois.

BLURB: As if Lena's day couldn't be any worse, a car sped past her, sending filthy water over her, and the driver didn't even have the courtesy to stop and apologize! One thing Lena knew was that the driver was related to the Josh family and that she despised him. Upon returning home, Lena gets news that her fiance is cheating on her and when she confronts him, he doesn't deny it. Heartbroken, Lena goes to a club to quell her emotions and ends up having a one-night stand with a stranger who happens to be the driver. It wasn't until a week later that Lena got to realize the stranger was Asher Josh, a friend of her fiance. On the day of Lena's wedding, she discovers her fiance eloped with another woman. Lena is once again heartbroken and she is about to call off the wedding when Asher offers to take her fiance's place. Lena is adamant but agrees and when she marries Asher, she receives shocking news. Will this news cause loopholes in their married life or will it be the very thing that breaks off their hatred for one another and bring them closer to each other?

Official Art for the Novel at @the_original_realm (I am not sure if this is allowed, if its not please inform me and I will remove the link) Ten years ago, six-year-old Luke Mace witnessed the impossible. On a snowy mountain, during what was supposed to be an ordinary family hike, a monstrous creature emerged from a glowing portal and tore his life apart, killing his parents before vanishing into thin air. No one believed his story. The official explanation was an avalanche, but Luke has never forgotten the truth: the creature, and the strange portal, were real. Now sixteen, Luke joins a school field trip to the same mountain, only to find himself drawn back to the site of his deepest pain. As the snow falls and strange forces awaken, the portal reactivates, pulling Luke into Aethereon, a realm of ancient power and shifting landscapes, brimming with the mysterious energy known as Advent. In this otherworldly dimension, Luke discovers that the creature responsible for his parents' deaths, known only as The Anomaly, roams freely, a force of chaos that answers to no one. Determined to confront it and make it pay for what it took from him, Luke begins his journey, joined by a group of unlikely companions he meets along the way. Together, they navigate the perils of Aethereon, from its labyrinthine forests to its towering, crystalline peaks, facing foes born of Advent's raw power. As Luke learns to wield Advent himself, he realizes that his quest for revenge is far more complicated than he imagined. The Anomaly is more than just a killer-it is a being tied to the fabric of both Aethereon and Earth, and its existence threatens to unravel the balance between worlds. To survive and protect everything he loves, Luke must face not only the monster but the truths buried deep within himself. The Original Realm is a gripping story of loss, vengeance, and self-discovery, as Luke Mace ventures into the unknown to confront the past and forge his own path forward.

#### Blurb In the heart of a city rife with corruption and danger, D.P.S. Agent Lena Hart faces her most harrowing challenge yet. When Emily Kingston, the daughter of a powerful political figure, is abducted by a shadowy group known as the Continuum, Lena must race against time to uncover the truth and save her before it's too late. As she delves deeper into a web of deceit and betrayal, Lena realizes that this case is just the tip of the iceberg, revealing a sinister conspiracy that threatens not just Emily, but countless lives. Joined by her partner, Detective Ryan Brooks, Lena navigates a treacherous landscape filled with organized crime, hidden agendas, and unexpected alliances. But as they close in on the truth, they discover that not everyone can be trusted, and the stakes are higher than they ever imagined. Join Lena and Ryan in this pulse-pounding thriller filled with twists and turns, where the line between friend and foe blurs, and every decision could mean the difference between life and death. #### Other Books in the D.P.S. Death Prevention Squad Series D.P.S 1919, ABOVE THE LAW, SHADOWS OF THE PAST, TRUE CRIME LA, VOLUME ONE, WEB OF DESIRES #### Hashtags #DPS #DeathPreventionSquad #Thriller #Suspense #CrimeFiction #AgentLenaHart #PoliticalIntrigue #OrganizedCrime #MustRead #BookSeries #WomenInCrimeFiction #ActionAdventure #JarrodAFreeman #PageTurner #DetectiveRyanBrooks #ConspiracyThriller #BookLovers #ReadersOfThrillers

#### Blurb In a city teetering on the brink of chaos, D.P.S. Agent Lena Hart faces her toughest challenge yet. When Emily Kingston, the daughter of a rising political star, becomes the target of a dangerous conspiracy, Lena must navigate a treacherous landscape of organized crime and shadowy forces known only as the Continuum. As she races against time to unravel the truth and protect Emily, Lena finds herself entangled in a web of deceit, betrayal, and a fight for survival. With danger lurking at every turn, Lena must confront her own demons and rely on her instincts to thwart an impending catastrophe. Will she be able to save Emily before it's too late, or will the darkness consume them both? Join Lena on this heart-pounding journey filled with twists and turns, where every decision could mean the difference between life and death. Written by JARROD A. FREEMAN #Thriller #Suspense #Mystery #AgentLenaHart #PoliticalIntrigue #CrimeFiction #OrganizedCrime #TheContinuum #FightForSurvival #BookLovers #MustRead #PageTurner #WomenInCrimeFiction #ActionAdventure #ProtectAndServe #jarrodafreeman

In a small coastal town plagued by mysterious disappearances, Lena, a young journalist, returns to her childhood home to investigate the strange events that have haunted the town for decades. As she unravels old family secrets and uncovers long-buried truths, she begins to suspect that the town’s dark past isn’t just history—it’s alive, and it’s watching her. But the deeper she digs, the closer she comes to a terrifying revelation that might change everything she thought she knew about herself, her family, and the town she once thought safe. The story follows Lena’s journey as she races against time to uncover the truth before it’s too late—and before the town swallows her whole. Excerpt: The fog rolled in from the sea, thick and suffocating, shrouding the streets of Nightfall in an eerie quiet. Lena stood at the edge of the town’s old pier, staring out into the churning water below. The whispers had grown louder since she returned—voices in the wind, flickering lights in the abandoned houses. The townspeople said nothing, but they watched her with wary eyes, their gazes filled with something more than suspicion. “Not everyone leaves Nightfall the same way they came,” a voice whispered from behind her. She didn’t need to turn to know who it was. It was the same warning she had heard as a child. The one that still haunted her dreams.

A master virus evolver, Luke, was sent to the future to eliminate the alien invaders they called Bugmen. This is a virus evolution system that weaponizes the virus by mutation and, the introduction of exotic materials from different locations until it becomes deadly.

Lena returns to her childhood neighborhood, only to find it teetering on the edge of dramatic change. The old bookstore, once a bustling hub of cultural exchange, has lain dormant for years. Now, as gentrification creeps in and small businesses struggle to survive, Lena dreams of reviving this intimate space into a vibrant center for art, learning, and conversation. Through the hesitant trust of a wary shopkeeper, the untapped potential of a young musician torn between art and social media fame, and the gentle wisdom of a retired teacher, Lena learns that community bonds are as fragile as they are essential. Together, they attempt to break the cycle of indifference and disconnection—one poetry reading, mural painting, and open-mic night at a time. "Whispers Between the Shelves" offers an uplifting exploration of resilience, dialogue, and the quiet power of cultural spaces in an urban environment. It’s a journey that celebrates the courage needed to rewrite a neighborhood’s narrative, one reader, one story, and one conversation at a time.

In the Blue Planet, the people of The Kingdom Arizone; The Lorph, show their respect to Gyanemyade by wishing for something dear to their heart. There is a boy in his seventeens, Dylan Al'Xander, military captain who fall in love with a girl in an ordinary summer. There is a Girl Lena AyaBurg in her sweet seventeens, military captain. Who's lover is Dylan. Then there is Gibbs who is best friend of both of them. Belongs to race of Lorph. The people of Meges, for centuries hides in dark shadows living their eternal life's there. For centuries they were considered as Alien but during 5th evolution, the Kingdom of Arizone not only give them a place to live but also make them rightful citizens of Arizone. They are creature, neither living nor dead. They lives in lands given to them far away from realm of humanity in the forbidden land .... They surves as a special link Between... Life and afterlife..... For over a decade, the Kingdom of Arizone is in a war with neighbouring Empires of Aqua's... It's war with out any casualties.... During the final and last battle which decide the fate of Lorph and Meges. There happens a series of incidents which put the life of Dylan love in danger..... Ash is a captain of The Reaper unit, pilot of special equipment.... He belongs to race of Meges.... He is a good friend of Dylan and Lena...... In this world of The Blue Planet, there are not only humans; lorphs, Meges, Vampire, Warewolf, fairies, devil's and angels but also some sacred beings of light, the transparent beings.... Outside that wall that protects the humanity from high and extremely low temperature, there is a promised tree, a cherry tree... There is a memorial stone, black in colour made of some unknown earthly material... On the memorial stone under the promised Cherry tree, is a black and white picture of a girl smiling widely....... And the name written Lena AyaBurg. That one night's incident cause for ... Lena to be gone forever...... For Dylan to become cold and colder then winter...... For Gibbs to lose faith in Humanity.... For Ash to fight his Nine elders and Great Master....... Three young boys and a girl against whole wide world......... TO THE BEAUTIFUL YOU starting from this Thursday. You Author Butterflyqueen736 [Maria] My original work. All right reserved.

Yoon Cha’s life is a relentless cycle of death and rebirth, each time resetting at a festival with a tragic explosion. Her journey begins when she finds herself trapped in a loop of continuous death after a bomb disguised as a toy bear detonates. Determined to break free from this cycle, Yoon is forced to confront the trauma of her past while protecting her mother from the impending disaster. Through countless iterations, Yoon learns to harness her powers and strategically navigate her fate. With the support of a few trusted allies and the development of her own formidable skills, she begins to reshape her destiny. Despite enduring intense personal struggles and facing brutal bullying in prison, Yoon remains resolute in her mission to secure a safe future for her loved ones. As she finally confronts the ancient curse that binds her, Yoon successfully seals her powers and breaks the cycle of rebirth. Returning to her past with a newfound sense of purpose, she strives to protect her mother and ensure a brighter future. The story concludes with Yoon embracing her new life, having transformed from a troubled soul into a resilient and compassionate individual.

On her 18th birthday, Sophie Williams uncovers the ultimate betrayal—her boyfriend, Luke, in bed with another woman. Determined to get even, Sophie steals their clothes and drives off, only to crash into the car of Darius Vance, the Alpha of a powerful werewolf pack. Darius, intrigued by her audacity, offers Sophie a deal: date him, or face the hefty cost of repairs. What starts as a plan for revenge spirals into something far more dangerous when Sophie and Darius discover they are fated mates, bound by the Moon Goddess herself. But being mated is the last thing Sophie wants. As she struggles to break free from the bond, Darius, torn between his growing feelings for her and the harsh realities of his position, is determined to keep the bond intact. To maintain his power and protect his pack, Darius must keep Sophie by his side—no matter the cost. But breaking the bond comes with deadly consequences that neither of them can escape.

Lena Carter is a bright and resolute assistant who has her life changed when she saves a mysterious stranger from a hit-and-run. The man whom she saves is none other than Ethan Grayson: the enigmatic CEO of the Grayson Corporation. Drawn into the world of high stakes alongside hidden secrets, Lena discovers that the charm of Ethan hides behind a heart haunted by his tragic past. Their budding romance turns sinister when Lena finds a portrait of a woman who looks eerily like her-with one small difference. As questions arise about Ethan's motives behind his late lover's death, Lena finds herself mired in a web of betrayal, sabotage, and buried grief. For every trumped-up charge she uncovered about Grayson Corp's underhanded dealings, she pulled closer into Damien Lowell's ruthless world-a rival bent on crumbling everything Ethan had worked hard for. Complying with a cryptic ally and facing an endless string of anonymous threats, Lena gets pulled into a perilous web of deceit and power jockeying. With the sniper in her own background and secrets of Ethan poised to take it all down, Lena must make the impossible choice: pursue the truth or protect her own heart. Shadows of Deception is suspenseful, passionate, and amply endowed-with twists and turns along the way, together with the theme of what we will do for love, at what the expense of unearthing the past, and the strength of a woman who is determined to reforge her fate.

Penulis Asli: Asato Asato. Republik San Magnolia. Untuk waktu yang lama negara ini diserang oleh tetangganya, Kekaisaran, yang menciptakan serangkaian kendaraan militer tak berawak yang disebut Legiun. Menanggapi ancaman itu, Republik berhasil menyelesaikan pengembangan teknologi serupa dan mencerminkan serangan musuh, setelah berhasil melakukannya tanpa korban. Tapi ini ... versi resmi. Bahkan ada korban. Di luar 85 distrik Republik sebenarnya ada satu lagi. "Distrik ke-86 yang tidak ada." Di sanalah pertempuran berlanjut siang dan malam di mana pria dan wanita muda dari detasemen yang dikenal sebagai Eighty-Six berpartisipasi - mereka bertarung dengan drone Shinn adalah pemimpin skuadron delapan puluh enam. Lena adalah seorang "pawang" yang memerintahkan detasemen dari remote belakang dengan bantuan teknologi komunikasi khusus. Kisah perpisahan dari perjuangan yang berat dan menyedihkan dari keduanya dimulai!