Home Game By Lisa Suzanne

Twelve-year-old Liam wakes up in a cold, dark basement, with no memory of how he got there. Trapped by a sadistic captor who revels in psychological torment, Liam is forced to play a series of sick and twisted games, each designed to break his spirit. Despite the overwhelming fear and hopelessness, Liam’s determination to survive drives him to plot a daring escape. But freedom comes at a cost. Once outside the basement, Liam finds himself in a labyrinth of endless corridors and haunted rooms, each hiding unimaginable horrors. Pursued by monstrous entities and shadowed by the sinister presence of his captor, Liam must navigate the maze and its deadly challenges. Every step brings him closer to the truth—but also to a darker revelation about the world he's trapped in. In this thrilling, heart-pounding journey of survival, The Maze of Shadows explores the limits of resilience, the strength of the human spirit, and the power of hope. Will Liam outwit his captor and find his way back to freedom, or will the shadows claim him forever? Assisted by AI.

"I’m not here to fit in—I’m here to stand out. When the lights are brightest and the pressure’s crushing, that’s when I shine." On the cracked courts of Pinehill, Jaden "Silk" Hunter was a king. His ankle-breaking crossovers, no-look passes, and thunderous dunks made him a streetball legend. But when a scholarship pulls him into the unforgiving world of Ironwood Academy, the country’s most prestigious basketball powerhouse, Jaden learns that talent isn’t enough. At Ironwood, the court is a battlefield, every teammate is a rival, and Coach Grayson Hale rules with an iron fist. The flashy, unpredictable style that made Jaden a legend on the streets is seen as reckless and immature here. His teammates doubt him, his coach benches him, and the media begins to whisper: Is "Silk" all show and no substance? But Jaden isn’t here to play by anyone else’s rules. With his pride on the line and the weight of his hometown’s expectations on his shoulders, he’s determined to prove that style and substance can coexist—that you can rewrite the game and still come out on top. When rival prodigies, team betrayals, and mounting pressure push him to the edge, Jaden must rise beyond raw talent and show everyone that greatness isn’t just about playing the game—it’s about playing the Game Above Game. Will Jaden rise to the top, or will the weight of greatness bring him crashing down?

" Please, May I know what the name is? you look 'stressed and pale'... and I would like to get you something to eat. " No! I objected to his request... &quot, oh really....no one ever rejected my offer...and what did they call you?.... I mean , your name ? " I am Rosemary but you can call me 'Rosie'... i said flatly Rosie is the third born of her mother. she got three elderly ones and three younger ones. she from a polygamous home. her mother was so loved by her father before death took her father. Her eldest siblings marriages is not a place called home because their homes is full of acrimony and that made her so scared of marriage. she has seen and heard of broken homes and even witnessed some occurrences. with the death of her father and acrimonious home of her eldest siblings with the biggest mistake made by her eldest brother made her to be pressured by her mum to get married to a wealthy man so that the standard of living in the home would be elevated. Rosie is a virgin that has never been touched by any man. she is so scared of marriage and even delving into relationships. but with the happenings at her family home, made her to disguised herself at school and don't even look like a virgin even if you are told. she is one of the most beautiful young lady in her family. she have a brief bow legs and some distinct features about her that made guys to approach her. people thought she was philandry because of different guys tripping into her school hostel to get to know her but with this act, she was in search of a heart called home while keeping her virtue. sex before marriage is out of her style. until she met this young charming looking dark guy named JERRY! who won her heart with just a helping heart and who was also in search of a peaceful home to build up with the right woman. follow me and see how destiny brought them together!

After an accidental space warp, Xenos finds himself in a place known as the True Universe—a vast cosmos filled with countless races, yet devoid of humans. Longing for Earth and a home he can no longer reach, Xenos trains tirelessly for billions of years, eventually reaching the pinnacle of what the universe can offer. During his relentless cultivation, he uncovers conspiracies, hidden truths, and the devastating reason why the human race is absent among the many races of the True Universe. The weight of this knowledge pushes Xenos to the brink of despair. Refusing to give up, he resolves to take matters into his own hands to rewrite fate itself. However, the ruling powers of the True Universe catch wind of his intentions and launch a brutal attack. Though wounded, Xenos narrowly escapes. After an arduous journey, he finally returns to Earth—only to discover his home universe has been destroyed. Overwhelmed by grief and anger, Xenos uses his knowledge to travel back in time to January 1, 3038. Now in the past, Xenos must act carefully. Using his Paragon-level cultivation risks alerting other Paragon beings, so he remains in the shadows, guiding humanity from behind the scenes. His mission? To lead the human race on a perilous journey through the planes of existence to the True Universe, where they can reclaim their rightful place among the stars. Will Xenos succeed in his quest, or will the forces of the True Universe crush his dreams? Find out by reading his epic journey—one filled with trials, heartbreak, and the burning hope of restoring humanity’s legacy. From the Author (Comedic Edition): Let’s be real, we’ve all had that “Oh, it’s good, but I’ll bookmark it later” moment. Spoiler alert: you’ll forget. Just bookmark it now, save yourself the regret—and me the anxiety of wondering if you’ll ever come back! #Reincarnation, #TimeTravelAdventures, #PowerfulProtagonist #SectBuilding, #ParallelUniverses, #DifferentRealms, #MultiverseJourney, #AncientMysteries, #AncientRaces, #CosmicBattles, #FantasyWorlds.

Sometimes home can be in people but what if home leaves.What if home doesn't find the same warmth and Safety in you?

An alien race invaded the Earth on June 6, 2128. At the midst of this war, many nations allied with the alien threat and the war nearly wiped out the rebelling humans of the planet. At the edge of mankind's survival, the United Nations Army launched its forces to eliminate the immediate stellar threats that loomed over Earth. General Seeker Carlean, commander and leader of the mission, risked and gave his life to destroy the immediate stellar threat. The battle was won though Earth lay in ruins. Perhaps mankind will live to see a few years of peace before the alien threat returns to wipe out their existence. At the immediate aftermath of the stellar battle, the fallen Seeker Carlean awakens and finds himself at aged 17, living the peaceful life he lived 16 years before he died. So begins a new game in the battle for humanity's survival. ---- Cover art by Jayps. http://www.behance.net/Jayps

Heaven is indifferent. God is indifferent to the suffering of people, just as the Player is indifferent to the fate of useless NPCs. Each Player becomes a God when he decides the fate of the entire world and its inhabitants. What if the Player himself becomes the character he previously controlled, and finds himself locked in a world he considered just a game?

In the expansive expanse of existence, there exist realms concealed from the awareness of ordinary folk. Rain Weathers, an unremarkable teenager with average looks, physique, and grades, was leading an uneventful life. However, everything took a dramatic turn one fateful day when he found himself plunged into a vivid dream, a dream that unveiled a world beyond imagination — a world teeming with spirits, monsters, and conversing frogs. This was the Spirit Realm. Transformed into a player by the mysterious machinations of the universe, Rain, alongside other chosen individuals, found themselves thrust into a perilous world. They were tasked with navigating their newfound domain, establishing their territories, all while fending off relentless onslaughts from beasts, defending their territories from other races, and making sure to stay alive for another day. NOTE! NO system. NO cheats. NO overpowered MC. NO tragic past or sob story. NO harem. This is more on Kingdom Building, and War. Just an average boy with no special skills who, through hardship and dedication, transforms from a nobody to a conqueror. If this story interests you, give it a try.

If kindness and kindness cannot save the world.So this time, I choose to kill.I am born again from death, like sin in the sun.

Smith Charles is an Hazardous individual who got himself entangle with a web of Misery, Confusion And survival When he took something that belongs to another world, Accidentally unleash a Timer ticking to unlock the lower realm. He must settle the scores between the worlds or a death doomsday will threaten the Existence of the human race Hi, guys this is my first actual story, support me it won't cost you anything and feel free to criticize so i can improve better as a writer. and also The book Cover isn't mine..

18 students are trapped in a school. They must live together forever, or kill each other until only one survives. Each of them has a special power. Will they cooperate, or will their numbers be reduced one by one?

The world will never be the same

"So many worlds, but which is ours?!" A hopeless high-schooler finds the last breaths of his life in front of a speeding truck. However, he reincarnates as Li Tianyu, the heir of a noble family in the world of Tianxia. However, even before he hits 20 in his new life, things soon take a turn for the worse... After being used as stepping stones in an internal power struggle, Li Tianyu and his friends find themselves sucked into a portal, only to end up in a new world plagued by an eternity of war between the humans and the demons. And now, Li Tianyu and his friends must find a portal home, all while battling the endless hordes of demons and fighting their own. `Published under W4ff1eHere on RoyalRoad`

Hello! To all! I'm going to introduce myself, my name is hajime motaro. I am an involuntary participant in the game of death and I am about to die. It is very likely that more than a million people will see my death live and directly, but before that happens. Let me tell you how it ends like this.

game belum berakhir, dan ini baru dimulai, apakah bakal ada ranking baru ataukah para ranking lama bkal tetap diatas

You wake up in a world where life is a game, and the only way to survive is to play. But this isn't your typical game, it's a death game, where the stakes are high, and the price of failure is your life. Kim Minho and countless others find themselves in this dystopian future, where they are forced to compete in brutal games that disfigure and debilitate them, all for the entertainment of an entity which calls itself The Jester. Every move you make could be your last, and there's no one to trust. Betrayal, scams, lies, and murder are commonplace in this twisted reality. The only goal is to stay alive, and every player is your enemy. As Kim Minho and the others navigate this treacherous world, they learn that the only way to win is to be ruthless, cunning, and willing to do whatever it takes. The games are relentless, and the violence is gruesome, leaving behind a trail of broken bodies and shattered spirits. In a world where life is just a game, and the prize is survival, the line between humanity and barbarism is blurred. And as the players struggle to survive, they are forced to ask themselves, is it worth it?

Seperti apa rumah yang kalian inginkan? Rumah yang mewah? Apa yang kalian rasakan di rumah? Tempat kita pulang saat lelah, tempat dimana kita merasa nyaman, aman, dan hangat. Apakah rumah hanya kata untuk bangunan ?Bisakah seseorang dikatakan rumah? Lihatlah mereka, empat bersaudara yang selalu terlihat bersama dan tawa bahagia diwajah mereka. Mereka saling memberikan rasa nyaman, saling melindungi, dan memberi kehangatan. Mereka adalah rumah bagi satu sama lain. Katanya orang yang memiliki penderitaan yang sama akan lebih cepat dekat. Ternyata itu benar, mereka juga memiliki penderitaan yang sama yaitu orang tua mereka. Orang tua yang tidak memiliki tanggung jawab menelantarkan mereka saat masih kecil, untungnya seorang malaikat tak bersayap datang dan membawa mereka, dengan usianya yang masih muda dia bekerja keras membesarkan mereka. Mereka yang awalnya orang asing yang mungkin sengaja dipertemukan dan kini telah menjadi seperti keluarga. Memang benar, kadang orang lain lebih terasa seperti keluarga dibandingkan keluarga sendiri. Kemalangan membuat mereka kuat dan utuh hingga dimana pun mereka asalkan bersama, semua akan terasa seperti 'rumah'

They say if you die a sinner you go to hell. Unfortunately for a certain serial killer, Hazaru he was put in a death game overseen by a omnipotent creature you might as well call the devil.. then he finally realized.. to prevail he must become the devil himself.

(MUNDO TOTALMENTE FICTICIO, TODA SEMELHANÇA É MERA COINCIDÊNCIA) Este é um mundo paralelo ligeiramente deformado. Como a tecnologia está se desenvolvendo tão rapidamente, os negócios, a literatura e a arte não conseguem acompanhar o progresso. Como resultado, a maioria das indústrias do mundo está focada na tecnologia e não no conteúdo. Entre eles, a indústria de jogos é a mais óbvia! Não existem jogos de computador, nem jogos para celular, todos os jogos são VR! Nem mesmo jogos grátis! Neste mundo, os jogos são itens caros que só os ricos podem desfrutar. "Um dispositivo VR custa centenas de milhares, então as pessoas pobres estão qualificadas para jogar" "Diablo", "Word of Warcraft", "League of legends", "Dungeon fighter"... Charles tirou de sua vida anterior inúmeros jogos clássicos para fazer a felicidade de vários jogadores comuns! Passo a passo, ele alcançou o topo do mundo e é respeitado por todos os jogadores e internautas como: um filantropo da indústria de jogos

Follow the shenanigans of two child-deities as they try to find a home and settle down (with varying success). [May be traumatizing in later chapters, be warned!] {Based loosely off of regular fantasy.}

This is a story about a girl who dislikes the life she's living in, so she decides to run away. While in the run she finds a new friend. Along the way a tragedy occurs and they suddenly find themselves unfamiliar. They adjust to life and end up living together peacefully... Or do they? I do not own the image for the cover. I'm also new to writing so I will accept constructive criticism, but if you are just going to be negative the entire time, please leave and don't ruin the experience for others. Thanks!!

Chang Nam Woo, A South Korean male, Gets Taken adrift to another Galaxy By A Yandere Fox Woman Named Veldona. Chang, Tasked with the vauge goal of "Becoming The Lord of Explosions" now has to make his way though a new world. But Various different Threats have teamed up together in order to kill Veldona. Enter. Crisis Events. in which the Universe is put at steak. can they win? don't know