Normal Heart

When a deadly plague turns the dead into horrifying monsters, Lenz—a fighter hardened by loss—must lead his friends through a world where every choice could mean life or death. But as the infected close in and trust erodes, Lenz is forced to confront the darkest parts of himself even if it means leaving others behind. In a crumbling world where humanity’s worst instincts are laid bare, Lenz must decide what he’s willing to sacrifice—and who he’s willing to become—to protect the few he has left.

PROLOGUE What will you do when love clashes head to head at first sight with a bold and ferocious command? This story highlights the life of Megara smith, a seventeen year old teenager who's life turned upside down when her father's business crashed down as a result of her mother's betrayal. She was bewildered thinking her mother would stay behind acting like the betrayal hadn't happened she tried to forgive her but her mother performed the worse of all by divorcing her father and taking his business money to run away with a young lover. She detest rich and wealthy people but admires her best friend and her knight in shining amour, Nathan Jones, who always stood up for her although rich he decides to enrol in a local community school. However, her life was about to take a chaotic turn when she came in contact with the Uriel Oman Jefferson, the youngest son of the Jefferson, one of the most powerful families in the UK. He is the leader of a popular boy's group known as the zealous although quite handsome he is an arrogant prick who would stop at nothing to achieve what he wants to succeed even at the detriment of his friends. His pride was insulted when he encountered Megara at the brookville mega cafe and convenience store while hanging out with his friends. She didn't seem to fear him frustrating him on the spot and raising a spiked itch in his heart. He prays not to encounter him ever again but two days she qualifies for a scholarship and enrols at the Royal Von high school. Shocking everyone including Uriel who had harboured a grudge over her display at the cafe with great resentment he cooks up a plan to eradicate her from the school but that doesn't work and eventually draws them closer to each other than glue. Meanwhile, Hugo Arnold the seventh grandson of the Arnold family and the second child of the Mr and Mrs Arnold, was also in love with Megara. He pleads on Uriel not to enact his wrath on her and vowed to stop at nothing to stop him feeling a sense of belongings he gets close to Megara who doesn't give him much attention as a lover but considers him a brother. The closer the relationship between Uriel and Megara the more drifty and angry he becomes threatening the brotherly love that exited between him and Uriel. The sad question is will he overcome the malicious intent in brimming in him or will he take the bait? This story is all about love,betrayal,fame, revenge,anger and the power of empathy and forgiveness.

The shadows lurked, its whispers a fearful caress to the heart. A word of it begot omen and doom is the person who sees it. The world was evolving, creatures emerging and some going instinct, but one rule remained among the humans, "BEWARE OF THE NIGHT CREATURES." Ophelia, tossed and turned by the cruel wind and unfortunate side of the world found herself embracing the very shadows that were feared by many. The shadow which always haunted her. Not only was she haunted, but she was also the reason the shadow lurked. Its darkness deftly intertwined with the course of her life, bringing to light secrets locked away in the abyss. Secrets which led her to the arms of the one whose statements remained of evil. Rumors of her prevailed, each one more abhorrent than the other. While most of the rumors were false, there were specks of truth in them. However, in the dance of darkness, its drums beaten by the shadows, everything and every danger she faced culminated on the day she was bitten by the very creature humans termed evil and vile. She was his pawn, his amusement to be poked, his first bite. Her blood the first to ink his fangs, had unbeknownst to him formed a forbidden and sacred bond that could not be severed unless she died. Gone from his play toy to the number one on his kill list, Ophelia found herself confronting dangers that she, no matter how hard she tried, could never win against. When the game of chase and death slowly evolves into an unspoken spark-like trail of shadows weaving in the hearts of the predator and the prey, Ophelia is conflicted about the path to follow. The path to toss the dangers aside and embrace the whispers of her heart— or, the path to heed the warnings of her heart and run further from her predator. Unfortunately, in the dance of the cruel hand of fate, whichever way she took, he was always there like a shadow ready to entrap her. SHE WAS HIS FIRST BITE AND HE WAS HER SHADOW.

After tragically losing her parents in a car accident, Helena is taken in by her Aunt Agatha. But instead of finding comfort and support in her new home, Helena is met with cruelty and neglect. Her only source of solace is her kind Uncle James, but when he unexpectedly passes away, Helena is left alone to endure her aunt's abuse and her cousin Elizabeth's taunts. Meanwhile, a new student named Xavier joins Helena's class at school. Unbeknownst to Helena, Xavier is a vampire, and his elder brother, a powerful vampire leader, discovers that Helena's blood possesses unique properties that could benefit their kind. Xavier, drawn to Helena's quiet strength and the pain hidden behind her eyes, becomes determined to help her find a way out of her difficult situation and discover the true meaning of family and love. As they grow closer, Xavier realizes he must protect Helena from his brother's dark intentions. Despite the dangers posed by Xavier's vampire identity and his brother's obsession with Helena's blood, the two find themselves falling for each other, embarking on a forbidden romance that could have deadly consequences. Together, Helena and Xavier navigate the challenges of adolescence, grapple with their troubled pasts, and learn to rely on each other as they search for a brighter future."With danger and darkness closing in around them, one question remains: will their love for each other be enough to overcome the obstacles they face, or will their forbidden romance ultimately be their downfall?"

In a world torn apart by the relentless war between the radiant kingdom of Valoira and the dark forces of Arcanan, a young warrior named Zephyr carries the weight of destiny on his shoulders. Gifted with the sacred Holy Sword, he is Valoira's last hope to turn the tides against the overwhelming monster waves that threaten their lands. Amidst the chaos, Zephyr crosses paths with Elira, a fiery and determined soul whose secrets could either save the kingdom or doom it to ruin. As their fates intertwine, forbidden emotions spark, but the shadow of war looms ever closer. When a black dragon, the harbinger of destruction, emerges as the puppet master behind the monster wave, Zephyr faces a harrowing choice: embrace the role of a savior or lose everything he holds dear. With love, loyalty, and kingdoms on the line, will Zephyr’s light prevail, or will the shadows of Arcanan consume them all?

A novel with a completely normal story, completely normal characters, and a completely normal and sane plot/storyline. Basically meaning that it's a normal novel...right? Status: I’m extremely sick right now so I won’t be able to update any chapters for the time being. I am terribly sorry for this and will try to get better soon.

An ordinary man who on the way home after work finds himself in another world! Amazing wonders high and low! Even scenery so beautiful and desolate, humankind will never find them dull. However, there lay terrors lurking within these wonders. And so, how would an ordinary man survive this world? ... ... Please tell me, I’m not sure how I even got here! SOS! Disclaimer - My first work, first time trying, and I sure as heck don't know much about all. Please criticize so I know how to be better.

Di dunia yang tak terhitung jumlahnya, satu sosok telah menaklukkan segalanya. Raja Iblis Varian telah membunuh para dewa, menghancurkan konsep absolut, dan melampaui segala kemungkinan yang pernah ada. Bahkan dewa yang bisa menghapus keberadaan dari segala kemungkinan pun gagal melawan dirinya. Namun, setelah membunuh begitu banyak "mahluk absolut", Varian merasakan sesuatu yang tak bisa dikalahkan—kebosanan yang mutlak. Tidak ada lagi tantangan, tidak ada lagi makna dalam pertempuran. Ia akhirnya membuat keputusan yang mengejutkan: membiarkan seorang pahlawan membunuh dirinya. Tapi kematian bukanlah akhir. Ketika membuka mata, ia bukan lagi Raja Iblis yang ditakuti. Sekarang, ia hanyalah seorang manusia biasa bernama Reed Steffie, anak dari pasangan normal, Misha Steffie dan Loid Steffie. Kehidupan damai yang selama ini tidak pernah ia rasakan akhirnya menjadi nyata. Namun, meski terlahir kembali, insting dan kekuatannya masih tertidur dalam dirinya. Saat ia masuk ke Akademi Raja Iblis, tempat para keturunan iblis dan manusia berbakat belajar, wajahnya tetap dingin dan tak peduli dengan dunia di sekitarnya. Ia hanya menginginkan kehidupan yang tenang. Namun, jika seseorang mengganggu keluarganya—maka bahkan dunia ini pun tidak akan cukup luas untuk melindungi mereka dari murkanya.

In a world where power dynamics between Alphas, Betas, and Omegas dictate status and relationships, Rion an orphaned Omega, is desperate to save his younger brother Leon, who lies in a coma. Struggling to gather the funds for Leon's life-saving surgery, Rion strikes a deal with Jeakyung, a cold and dominant Alpha from an influential family. The deal comes with three unbreakable conditions: Rion belongs to Jeakyung, he must obey his every command, and-above all-he is forbidden from falling in love. Jeakyung harbors a deep disdain for Omegas for some reason. However, as their physical encounters intensify, so do the unspoken emotions between them. Despite the boundaries that were set, both Rion and Jeakyung find themselves drawn to one another in ways neither expected. Rion struggles with his growing feelings, hoping that Jeakyung might one day see him as someone beyond their deal . Meanwhile, Jeakyung is confronted by his own fears and past traumas that have shaped his view of love and trust. As tensions rise, secrets unravel, and outside threats loom, Rion and Jeakyung must navigate a complex web of power, desire, and forbidden emotion. Can love bloom in a world that has conditioned them to believe it doesn't exist? Or will the rules they created become the very thing that tears them apart? There also many other characters in this story who navigate their own journey. This is a story of vulnerability, crime, resilience, and the undeniable pull of the heart-no matter how broken or guarded it may be.

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"His voice is... It's so deep...", Lina was immediately captivated by the richness of Romeo's voice when she first met him. Despite his guarded demeanor, which made him seem unapproachable and distant, Lina found herself inexplicably drawn to him. Determined to reach out to him, she persisted in her efforts to break through his exterior and bring him out of his darkness. Through her unwavering support and encouragement, she was finally able to see a glimmer of hope in Romeo's eyes and guide him towards a brighter future. A future filled with his warm smiles and joyous laughter. As she held his hand and made him gain that miraculous smile, she didn't hesitate to walk by his side until the end, and tell him from the bottom of her heart, that "His Voice Penetrated Her Heart."

Anaberu's resilience and Kai's unwavering loyalty make their journey both thrilling and heartfelt, with their brewing mutual forbidden feeling (Anaberu is engaged to someone else). The story balances romance and action seamlessly, leading to a satisfying conclusion that celebrates the triumph of true love. Perfect for fans of emotional adventures with a touch of danger and hope.

In the year 2050 a virus wiped out over 70% of the animal population. The virus known as the Beast Breaker-17 or BB-17 had caused a huge imbalance in the ecosystem which could possibly lead to crisis for the humans. Scientists decided to study it but during one study a person came in contact with an animal who died by the virus body and the first known human infection was recorded. The human changed into a monstrous being known as a 'Beast' who's only desire was to kill and feast on the flesh of humans. More Beasts started appearing worldwide causing panic and resulting in the death if half the human race. All hope seemed lost until a group of Beasts known as 'Morphs' came to the humans aid. Morphs unlike Beasts retained their intellect and had improved abilities with their power they were able to fend off the Beasts. In order to prevent anarchy from taking hold the humans created seven major clans, each ruled by a morph, those who refused to join a clan where known as outcasts. Peace reigned for some time and wildlife started returning to the earth but what else does Faith have install for the earth? ****************************************************** Author's note: Thank you for reading the synopsis, I know I may not be a great writer but please give my book a chance I really want to share this with you all. Feedback is duly appreciated

A woman who desires nothing more than to serve and protect her country, was proposed to by her biggest enemy in war. To stop the ongoing war, is she going to sacrifice her ideals?

A teen love story. The orphan Fred is a savage yet sensible individual. He never imagined that he would fall in love with anyone, much less a young girl like Lynn, and he certainly never imagined that he would love her despite all the shortcomings.

Swapped to Marry the Trash Prince—All I Wanted Was Vengeance, But My Heart Betrayed Me. I was never meant to be a bride. On the battlefield, they called me Wraith—the undefeated knight, the terror of war. No one knew I was a woman, and I intended to keep it that way. Then came the letter. My noble mother—the woman who never wanted me—summoned me back, not out of love, but to blackmail me. My perfect, legitimate half-sister had fled her arranged marriage to the Trash Prince, and to protect the family’s honor, I must take her place. Fine. Let them believe I’m a fragile noblewoman. Let them think they’ve trapped me. When the time comes, I will destroy everything. But I never expected him. The prince I thought was useless hides sharp eyes and sharper secrets. He fights like a man who has seen war. He looks at me like he already knows who I really am. I came here for revenge. Not for love. So why does my heart hesitate? He is my husband. My enemy. The only man who might truly understand me.

When insect-like aliens called the Kh'ryx invade Earth, ordinary barista and biology student Elara Johnson becomes humanity's unlikely champion after being merged with a parasitic alien organism called a Seedling. This symbiotic relationship transforms her physically—giving her a pink exoskeleton and black eyes—while granting her access to "the System," an interface connecting to all Kh'ryx technology. As Elara adapts to her new hybrid form, she discovers her Seedling partner has evolved beyond its programming and wants to help stop the invasion. Meanwhile, her boyfriend Chad Thunderson—a lovable, protein-obsessed gym enthusiast with more muscles than sense—is captured and placed in a harvesting pod awaiting processing as the aliens systematically harvest humans for their nutritional needs. Using her newfound abilities, Elara infiltrates the alien mothership to rescue Chad. Together, this unlikely duo—a pink insect-woman with genius-level technological access and a himbo with unwavering loyalty—embark on a mission to save humanity. Their adventure tests their relationship as Elara struggles with her identity and Chad proves there's more depth to him than his impressive physique suggests. What begins as a rescue mission evolves into an interstellar conflict spanning galaxies and civilizations, with Elara and Chad at the center of a cosmic transformation that will forever change what it means to be human.

In a world where magic has been forgotten and wizards live hidden among the people, Bianca, a girl full of imagination and passion for fantastic stories, dreams of a world where magic is real. However, as she grows, she loses hope that such a world will ever exist. Everything changes when she meets Lux, a wizard with supernatural powers who fights for a just cause that could change the world as Bianca knows it. Together, they will fight for their dreams, but will they succeed in their mission or fall into the hands of enemies who will stop at nothing to defeat them?

Worick Chamnie never expected his mundane life to change-until the day it was stolen from him. Transported to the world of Ambitus alongside countless others, he finds himself caught in a conflict far beyond his comprehension. With no way home and a strange power lurking beneath his skin, he is forced to survive in a world teetering on the edge of war. Marked by a mysterious force and haunted by memories of his past, Worick sets out on a path of solitude, unwilling to trust but unable to ignore the growing storm around him. As he struggles against the darkness within and the forces that seek to control him, he slowly begins to form bonds with those who refuse to abandon him-even when he tries to push them away. But something ancient stirs beneath the surface of Ambitus, a power long forgotten, waiting to awaken. And when it does, Worick may no longer have a choice in the fate he must face.

Lito is a king of a kingdom called Eden founded with his 6 childhood friends who they call themselves the Guardians of Eden. In the kingdom of Eden inhabited by various races and tribes and there is no such thing as conflict with each other. Lito's friends have great talents, abilities, magic, and strength but others consider Lito to be the strongest but actually he is the weakest among the seven of them because he is just an ordinary human and weak in all aspects of strength and that makes Lito very fond of humbling himself from the others. Lito was appointed king because his friends preferred him to be the leader from the past until he founded the kingdom, but actually Lito did not like being appointed as the leader but they didn't care. This is the story of Lito's daily life as king to rule the kingdom of Eden with his 6 Guardian friends.

Alex Walters never expected a simple trip to gather herbs to change his life forever. When he stumbles upon a girl, Samantha Rogers, being attacked by a wolf in the woods, his instincts push him to save her. What starts as an act of bravery soon turns into an unspoken connection—one that neither of them can fully understand yet. As Alex brings Sam home to safety, he finds himself drawn to her in a way he's never felt before. But with her overprotective father and an uncertain future ahead, their paths seem destined to part. Yet, as Sam secretly vows to wait for Alex’s return, both are left wondering—was their meeting just chance, or the beginning of something far greater? In a world where fate weaves unpredictable paths, will Alex and Sam find their way back to each other? Or will destiny have different plans?

"A Promise of the Heart" is a poignant love story set in the picturesque Japanese town of Asahikawa. Raito, a reserved young man who runs a bookshop, meets Aimi, a girl who has moved from Tokyo seeking peace. Their shared love for literature and simple beauty forms the foundation of a deep connection. They experience a growing friendship, falling in love amidst the changing seasons. However, Aimi is called back to Tokyo to care for her sick father, and the couple faces a painful separation. After months of longing, Aimi returns, and they rebuild their life together. They expand Raito’s bookshop to showcase Aimi’s art, and their love story becomes a symbol of hope in the town. Eventually, they marry by the lake where they first met, solidifying their bond. The story concludes with their enduring love becoming a cherished legacy in the town, timeless as the cherry blossoms that bloom each spring.