The Art Of Deception Nora Roberts

The dimensional rifts link the earth to the Xingwu continent. This is the dawn of the martial arts era! I will be useless if I don't practice martial arts? Don't worry, I have a system that allows me to pick up attributes. When other people drop attributes during their training, I can pick them up secretly. Huh? Did you just say that beating up people will make them drop attributes too? In that case... You defeated a sword skill genius. He dropped Enlightenment×2, Sword Talent×1... You've picked them up. Your insights have improved and you've gained a beginner stage sword talent! You defeated a blade skill talent. He dropped Blade Battle Technique×1, Malicious Blade Intent×1... You picked them up and learned a rare blade battle technique! You've also figured out Malicious Blade Intent and have become extremely fierce! You defeated a physique talent. He dropped Physique Scripture×1, Holy-Blood Dominant Physique×1... You picked them up and learned a new top-grade scripture! You are exceptionally lucky to have received the Holy-Blood Dominant Physique. It can change your physique completely and you earned a god-level title 'Endless Health'. Someone killed a powerful star beast and dropped Spiritual Sight×1 and Blank Attribute×60... You picked them up secretly and receive a spiritual eye talent as well as 60 points to add to any of your current attributes! You defeat many opponents in your life. You accidentally kill an innocent devil and split the universe into two when you're practicing your blade at home. You burst the sun with your fist and the world is engulfed in darkness... That's when you realize... You're invincible!

In the fractured world of Avaloria and the Unknown, where power, deception, and forgotten truths shaped destiny, a war loomed on the horizon—one no one yet understood. Behind the shadows of this conflict lay a cosmic Lie, spanning continents, worlds, and the very fabric of existence. Valcroy and Erik had been thrust into a journey neither had asked for, but both had been forced to endure. What began as a desperate escape from the Frostborne household unraveled into a quest that crossed realms and defied comprehension. Through the forbidden continents of Avaloria and into the unknown and unforgiving Lorein, the duo uncovered fragments of a forgotten past. They encountered allies, enemies, and the horrifying nature of the Lie that bound their world. Every step tested their strength and resolve, as the secrets of the worlds ground them down, forcing them to prove they were capable of bearing the truth. The Lie ran far deeper than they had imagined, threatening not just their world but the survival of all creation. With the calamity of Avaloria’s seven continents and the Fall of Lorein weighing heavy, they found themselves hunted by unseen forces, their own shadows turning against them. Erik and Valcroy had to uncover the truth behind the Well of the End and prepare to face an enemy that sought to consume it entirely. In a tale of fragile alliances, constant betrayal, and truths that could save or destroy, Divine Deception told a saga of resilience, loyalty, and the pursuit of a destiny shrouded in fire, ash, and forgotten worlds. Would they untangle the deception that bound [Compassion], or would they fall, like countless others before them? [One Day I Will Find The Words And They Will Be Simple]

Sam: "After feeling responsible for his father's death, Sam takes fate into his own hands, to finish what the old soul of his father had started. But even if he does get what he desires, will it be enough to fill the void?" Ifan: "Ever since he became an orphan, the only person near his side was Sam- but it doesn't feel good to live up to someone's expectations. Silent cries and sorrows of when you care, Does it? Faiza: When a detective becomes so obsessed with a case. Could it be duty, personal or Forbidden sensations? And wanting to escape is just a thought away." Ayat: Wounds, scars and suppressed voice will always urge its way to bleed again. bandages lead a long way, How can she make it essential?"

In a simulated reality known as the New World, Jin, a young man with extraordinary abilities, discovers the truth about his existence. He learns that the Shadow Council, a powerful organization, controls the New World and seeks to eliminate anyone with special abilities.Jin takes the Stage to Save Humanity

Maya Carter is an aspiring artist whose passion for painting is only rivaled by her dreams of making it big in the art world. After years of struggling, she's finally summoned the courage to showcase her portfolio at one of the most prestigious galleries in the city. But when a fateful coffee spill ruins the pristine white suit of Alexander Grayson—the billionaire owner of the gallery—Maya’s carefully planned moment of opportunity spirals into disaster. Humiliated and embarrassed, Maya is ready to give up her dreams, but something inside her refuses to let go. Determined to make things right, she returns to the gallery to apologize and prove herself. What she doesn't expect is to find herself entangled in a complicated relationship with Alexander, a man whose icy exterior hides deeper scars. As they grow closer, Maya discovers that beneath Alexander's success lies a man searching for redemption and meaning in the art he’s spent his life collecting. As their bond deepens, Maya faces difficult choices between her ambitions and the unexpected love blossoming between them. But the art world is a cruel place, and with Alexander’s past threatening their future, Maya must decide whether to chase her dreams or follow her heart. Unspoken Art is a heartfelt journey of love, ambition, and the uncharted paths that lead to self-discovery.

After a manuscript submission at a local station goes wrong, Aaron a 23 year old writer isolates himself in his room and seeks to enter the realm of unbridled creativity in order to create a work worthy of a merit he deserves

[WARNING: MATURE CONTENT] High School Kings and Queens Season 1, Volume 1 Synopsis: At Ivory High, Six students face an intense battle not just in academics, but in life. Secrets, family backgrounds, friendships, teen love, and the thirst for fame drive the competition. A once-ignored student rises to fame in mysterious ways, stirring opposition and igniting a fierce academic and social war. As tensions rise, the fight for the coveted titles of King and Queen of Ivory High becomes more dangerous, pulling everyone into a high-stakes game. Follow this Jaw dropping teen drama as rivalries heat up, alliances are tested, and deadly plots unfold in the quest for power. In the end, only the strongest will claim the throne, while others risk losing everything they have owned all this why. Excerpt: Abigail strolled through the elegantly designed corridor, her mind calculating her next move. She had to rise from the wretched status she currently held. Suddenly, a foul odor invaded her senses, followed by cruel laughter. It was Lucy Alexandria, her sworn enemy, flanked by her clique. Kneeling in front of them was Catherine, a girl covered in filth, with more being dumped on her. "A worthless being like you should die. You don’t belong here," Lucinda spat, rage twisting her features. She raised a stick to strike Catherine, but Abigail stepped forward, her voice icy. "Touch her, and you’ll face a painful demise." Note: This novel is rated 18+ and intended for mature readers only. Update Schedule: Daily updates. Delays may occur due to exams or school, but rest assured—mass releases will follow.

"Martial Arts World..." Death murmured, shocked by the turn of the events. How could he, primordial being of the afterlife, get tricked by a mere human? Not just a mere human, but also earthling, race that was weakest of the twenty realms. Death realized the extent of his mistake. An earthling had just jumped into the river of the reincarnation, where he definitely didn't belong. It was too late. The damage has been done. The matter was now out of his hands. "Kiernan Hunter..." ... Remake of the Martial Arts System, and while the concept stays the same, the story is completely different. A few names, etc, stays the same, but mostly whole new story. I've wanted to do this for a while, and now I had finally motivation to do it.

Leo Lee Subaru, the youngest S.W.A.T. recruit at 18, left at 21 to become a security guard. While working, he accidentally entered the VIP room and caught Eris Ar changing. Seeking revenge, she humiliated him with a harrowing car ride. After walking for hours, Leo returned home, only to be evicted. His former supervisor then offered him a lifeline: become the bodyguard for the Dorris Argua Group CEO's daughter, both in reality and the VRMMORPG. Unbeknownst to Leo, his new client was none other than...

Aria Knox is a princess of the Sinsk empire. Born amongst wealth and luxury. Aria is known for her beauty and strength. She possesses an unshakeable determination to become an Empress. Ethan Scott, her childhood friend and the Crown Prince embodies courage handsomeness and kindness. Archer Russell Aria's enemy and a fellow crown prince. His strong and powerful presence is further accentuated by his handsome features. However beneath that facade lies a ruthless heart that does not hesitate to crush those who stand in his way. It's my first book. Don't read it. It's the cringest book ever.

Keys of Deception For Zara, life has always been about fitting in—navigating the chaos of high school while balancing the memory of a father she barely understood. But when her father's sudden death leaves behind a series of cryptic artifacts, Zara’s world spirals into a web of secrets, lies, and impossible choices. The artifacts are more than relics—they’re keys to a conspiracy with international stakes. As Zara unravels the mystery, she discovers allies in unexpected places and enemies hiding in plain sight. Every step she takes reveals more about her father’s shadowy past, and she’s forced to question whether he was the protector she believed... or the villain everyone feared. When messages from a "phantom caller" warn her of danger, Zara is drawn deeper into a world where trust is a deadly game and betrayal could cost her everything. And the more she tries to escape, the more she realizes the artifacts aren’t just the key to unlocking the truth—they’re the bait that could destroy her. In a battle of deception, where nothing is as it seems, Zara must decide: Will she safeguard the legacy left to her, or will she dismantle the very foundation of her father’s empire? High school drama meets international intrigue in this suspenseful coming-of-age mystery. Packed with twists, betrayals, and a hint of danger, "Keys of Deception" will keep you turning pages until the final shocking revelation.

Sunz was born with an unknown ability given only a sword from birth but had no idea of what to do, until one faithful day his ability got reawakened and it's his choice to live his old life or explore his new one with the help of his friend Jihu. At first, Sunz was invited by Jihu to see his Grandpa's tournament in Korea. But the invitation as a Visitor soon changed to an invitation as a Contestant. Now having a chance to compete at Jihu's Grandpa's tournament to find the next member of the Water Clan. But to have a chance at competing in the tournament Sunz needs to win against one of the Inspector. Even if he can defeat the Inspector, can he defeat the other Contestants, who are there for the same reward? An inexperienced nobody joining the World of Experts. Can he survive or will he die without achieving ANYTHING?

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Millenniums ago, a great and terrifying evil was unleashed in a world known as Vanthrok, armies of vicious beasts and demonic monsters of every kind were led by their leader Krunan with the intent to conquer it as they did with other worlds. As a result, millions of people died in that dark age. They devoured everything and caused chaos everywhere but then a group of people, all nine in number, came together and defeated the monsters along with their leader. They were known as the Legendary Warlocks and so centuries passed, an orphan named Zorazel was adopted and trained by a former warlock after being attacked by assassins. His guardian and Master, Dalon trained him to become a strong warlock. After many years of training, he had become extremely skilled in both martial and magical arts, he also became friends with some people. Soon the day of reckoning came, there was a fierce battle and Dalon was fatally wounded with a demonic poison. Before that battle, the middle aged man had already informed Zorazel that he was the son of a great, famous warlock who stole a Golden Emerald that contained numerous great skills which are all features of a special form of magic called Infinite Annihilation Magic. He stole it from his evil comrade, the present Great Warlock of the North-Western Region, a total of twenty kingdoms under him. If the Emerald had remained in the wrong hands, it would spell doom for the world so it was taken and was sealed in him when he was a child. As a result, his father got murdered by his comrade he took it from, and he was still searching for it. Later on, a dark evil was again unleashed on Vanthrok again with the desire to cause chaos. Zorazel with his comrades and master all come together to confront it. Will they be able to succeed in this unpredictable warfare?

Guys here is my pitch..... In the sprawling world of fantasy, we’ve often been treated to tales of heroes reincarnated with divine blessings, legendary powers, or cheat-like abilities, thrust into magical lands as shining saviors—or chaotic terrors. But what happens when the very concept of reincarnation becomes a curse? When the divine boon is a big fat joke, and the "cheat system" doesn’t quite… cheat? Enter John, the unluckiest reincarnate. Blessed by a god and thrust into a fantasy world, he dreams of glory, power, and adventure—only to wake up as a normal, utterly powerless bird. Not a mythical phoenix, not an ancient thunder eagle. Just… a bird. To make matters worse, this world is no ordinary realm. It's a land scarred by the devastating legacies of past isekai’d heroes and villains, whose reckless exploits piled skeletons into mountains and turned their cheats into harbingers of chaos. Fed up with these unruly intruders, the ancients of the realm banded together to create a world-shaking seal: all reincarnated souls are trapped in the bodies of harmless animals, confined to isolated sanctuaries that function more like fantasy zoos. Here’s the twist: this isn’t mercy. It’s a resource grab. The powerful beast tamers of this realm have turned these reincarnated souls into exotic pets, prized for their cheat-like potential. John finds himself at the bottom of the food chain in every sense. His cheat doesn’t work. His human form is gone. And his world is filled with predatory cultivators who see him as either a snack or a tool. But John isn’t one to give up so easily. What starts as despair quickly turns into cunning survival. With wings and wit as his only tools, John must navigate layers of misfortune, dodge fate’s sharp talons, and cheat his way through a world determined to keep him grounded. Get ready to join John on a wildly unconventional journey—one where reincarnation isn’t a ticket to greatness, but a death sentence he’s determined to rewrite. His story is one of humor, wit, and persistence, as he explores a world where he is the joke and his survival is the punchline. Main tags: reincarnation/isekai, beast taming cultivation system, comedy, action, adventure. Of course No-harem!

The path to power has a different beginning for each person but the end goal is always the same absolute power. Sun has reached the pinnacle of power in Earth and has been given the chance to transmigrate to a different world. How will the Strongest Creature on Earth fare against a Magical world full of demonic beasts and Mana?

Liu (Musk) is a man that is reinacanated from modern earth, in an era of primitive beasts and humans competing to reign supreme. Due to chance, he embarks on cultivation and manages to reach the limit of strength in his current world, being forced to flee due to sense of crisis he feels getting closer the longer he stays. On his escape journey in space, he is swept by void tide into another dimension. Where he finds himself a new purpose and opponents on his rise to claim opportunity for eternity. Support: https://www.patreon.com/Auroya_Ryan?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator

Novel tells the story of a girl who undergoes a cycle of reincarnation. Each time she dies in the normal world, she is reborn in a fantasy world. The story begins when Aiko Harada is hit by a truck and killed. She is reincarnated as a child into a family of missing vampires, where she is given the name Ruri Rikiin. After breaking the curse, Ruri begins to pursue her dream of establishing a group that controls everything.

What is observation? well, here's a simple example: assume someone who walks a stare everyday but oe day he thought how many steps does the stare have? That's what it is simply saying it is the knowledge of understanding not just the fact that their is a stare but the number of steps you have to walk on a stare. while we simply walk a stare we 'see' whereas when we count the number of states while we walk is called 'observation'. this novel is about a boy who is gifted with this talent.

ON HIATUS!!! THE AUTHOR CAN'T UPDATE IT FOR NOW. All I wanted was a simple life: love, shelter, food, my hobby of motorcycling. But fate granted me wealth and power, shackling my freedom. Forced into a life of social expectations and heir training, I obeyed for my family's honor and my love for them as Honor and Pride were unshaken pillars of my family. Despite not being strict, they didn't mess around with traditions. To me, they were my heroes, pillars of kindness. Yet the very target of their kindness, the people they saved and protected, became the ones who burned them to their death. Betrayal tore them from me, shattering the good heart they cultivated in me and plunging me into darkness. Only one question left: What do I do!? Revenge!! That's what my heart shouted at me as my heart turned cold. Can I reclaim the heroism they instilled in me, or am I destined to become the villain that grew within me? __________ This novel might have slower or faster pacing in some places. The first volume focuses more on the MC's backstory. The villain's acts and deceptions will be in the second volume. Regarding romance, I haven't added a tag yet. Let's see how the story goes and whether there's a need for romance. I'm still new to writing, so please bear with me. Tell me your suggestions via comments. Thank you! Join my Discord: https://discord.com/invite/B7yZHuXAe2 (Book Cover- credit goes to Forteller)

This story revolves around Ram Raghav, an introverted and average boy with a mysterious past, who gets enrolled in world's most prestigious «Clivara International Elite High School» in India through a scholarship where many international students come to study here. After some time, he joined the High school and he realizes the true intentions of Clivara beneath its external facade. In Clivara, where they promised 100% students would be admitted to Elite colleges or High salary paid jobs. But the tables turned, when he realized only superior classes like A, B, C and D received higher quality treatment than class E where Ram Raghav got admitted for a peculiar reason. This school only rates its students based solely on their academic, extracurricular and sport excellence... It's a school filled with hidden violence, deception, mind games and politics. The true goal of each student was directed to — Golden Chair Of Greatest Student in History, in which a student would get the prize money of 1 billion USD in their hands. So the psychological Warfare between students begins when Ram Raghav shows his darkside… https://discord.gg/TdBqfMhv

In the continent where mystery and power coexist, Aaron Vicente, once a lonely and arrogant master of forbidden arts, died in a so-called ‘righteous’ siege because he violated the taboo of pursuing power. At the moment of his death, he made an unyielding vow: ‘I have no regrets in this life, but if there is an afterlife, I will still be an evil demon!’ Fate responded to his desire, and he was accidentally reborn, back to his youth, as the second son of a minor nobleman in the kingdom, and once again stood at the starting point of the pursuit of power. However, the Aaron of this life was no longer a reckless person who simply pursued the power of forbidden arts. He has been working step by step, secretly laying out a plan, vowing to regain his power by virtue of the memories of his past life and climb to the peak of power. Calm and persistent, he is willing to use the most ruthless methods to build up his own power and take revenge on those who betrayed and suppressed him. On this path to the top, Aaron learns that only by pursuing power by any means necessary can he break the chains of destiny. In a world where mystery and strength reign, the only way to gain a foothold is to be cold and wise. This is a fantasy adventure of power, revenge, ambition and strategy that takes you on a legendary path filled with darkness and light.

“He’s not coming”, Serena said not knowing how to break the news to her best friend that she had just been dumped on her wedding day. “What?”, Maya laughed as she thought this was one of the other jokes Serena made to cheer her up as she was nervous. “Here”, said Serena, giving her a letter… “he dropped this for you”. Maya the letter and opened it… her hands shaking as she was just about to confirm her worst fear. As Maya's eyes scanned the letter, her face crumbled, and her body began to shake. The words on the page blurred together as her eyes were full with tears, “he’s gone… he’s not coming back”. Maya said as she broke down. Her world came crashing down around her. She felt like she was drowning in a sea of despair, unable to catch her breath. The letter slipped from Maya's fingers, floating gently to the floor as she collapsed onto the bed, her body wracked with sobs. Serena rushed to her side, wrapping her in a tight hug as she tried to comfort her. "It's okay, Maya. I'm here for you. We'll get through this together," Serena whispered, her voice trembling with emotion. But Maya couldn't hear her. She was lost in a vortex of pain and heartbreak, unable to escape the agony that threatened to consume her. As the minutes ticked by, Maya's sobs slowly subsided, replaced by a numbness that spread through her like a cold, dark fog. She felt empty, hollow, like a part of her had been ripped away. Serena handed her a box of tissues, and Maya wiped her face, trying to compose herself. But as she looked around the room, she was reminded of the wedding that was supposed to take place today. The dress, the flowers, the cake – everything was ready, except for the groom. Maya's eyes landed on the letter, still lying on the floor. She felt a surge of anger and hurt, and she knew she had to read it again. This time, she would make herself understand the words, no matter how much they hurt. With a deep breath, Maya picked up the letter and began to read...

Stacey Roberts The Green Girl covers the story of Stacey an ordinary young woman with a normal life, that is until she is experimented on transforming her into the Green Girl! She then joins up with Ben Fox her love interest and his Mega human group known as Haven, but unaware to her and Haven they are being hunted by the evil Dr Young and the US military who plan to use Stacey and the rest of Haven as Super Soldiers.