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"You, boy, shall take on my power and hide it," the beautiful woman declared, her white hair flowing like a cascade of silk in the wind. It was almost the same shade as the snow crunching beneath my boots—yet hers shimmered with a majesty that made it seem otherworldly. It wasn’t until I found myself flat on my back, sprawled in the snow, that I truly understood the weight of her words. I stared up at the woman, her piercing blue eyes now blazing with an eerie, glowing red. Fangs glinted as they protruded from her lips. Her cold, pale hand gripped my neck, pinning me down, while her other hand pressed firmly against my shoulder. I could feel the weight of her power, suffocating and undeniable. — Sebastian Gray is a vampire. Yeah, that pretty much sums up his life. A vampire pretending to be human—it’s easier that way. After all, who would believe him if he told the truth? Things were fine, mundane even, until Silas Gael showed up. The new transfer student claimed to be a “High-Class Mage from Scotland,” loudly announcing his purpose to anyone who would listen: to find the pureblood vampire hidden in Portland.

The Sleeper's Odyssey– Kang Eunseo was just an ordinary high school student—quiet, reserved, and barely noticeable in the grand scheme of life. Between school, his part-time job, and taking care of his mother, his world was small but stable. That was, until the night everything changed. A holographic system window appeared before him, counting down to an unknown fate. And when the timer hit zero, he was no longer in his bedroom. Each night, the moment he falls asleep, Eunseo is forcibly transported into a different world, each more unpredictable than the last. From futuristic cities to medieval kingdoms, from desolate wastelands to war-torn lands, he is thrust into missions that push him to his limits. The system grants him a power he needs rather than one he wants, but failure is not an option. If he cannot complete the assigned task before time runs out, he cannot wake up—and the punishments grow harsher with each mistake. But what terrifies him most is the truth lurking beneath it all. Who created this system? Why was he chosen? And why does it feel eerily connected to the father who disappeared from his life years ago? With 100 worlds to explore, 100 missions to complete, and the weight of an unseen destiny pressing upon him, Kang Eunseo must fight to return to the life he once knew—or uncover the truth behind the Sleeper’s Odyssey. Will he survive the journey? Or will he become just another forgotten dream?

Melissa, a daughter of a multi billionaire, disguised herself as a poor woman and married Evans Reynolds, a wealthy business man on an agreement that when ever his late mentor's daughter Cathy Hudson needed blood, Melissa would be available. However, Evans used to send money to her, whenever she donates blood. making it look like a transaction. Melissa hoped that one-day, may be, Evans would learn to love and care for her, like she does. But that didn't happen. while at home, Maria, Evans mother and sister, Ann Reynolds seized any opportunity to belittle Melissa, often reminding her of her 'unknown background.' She was the perfect target, a trophy wife whose worth was measured solely by her ability to serve their needs. But one day, she decided to take her own life, she committed sucide when she saw a harsh message and photo sent by Cathy Hudson. However, luck was on her side , when she met a time keeper, who gave her a second chance to live again . She divorced Evans Reynolds, and become a successor of a mult billion campanies,ready to give a payback to those who mocked and mistreated her. And when asked on an interview, why she divorced Evans Reynolds. "I have a multi-billion wealth to success,” she declared during a press conference “Was my wealth not enough for you?” Evans sneered, stepping into the gathering from behind. Join me as we dive into a twisted romance; batrayal, passion, deception and power.

"Run, little angel." His voice is smooth, edged with danger—soft enough to make her shiver, firm enough to make her obey. Ariel tries to move, to escape, but something unseen holds her in place. She fights against the invisible chains pressing into her skin. But he's already there. Behind her. In front of her. Inside her mind. "You can't leave. Not now. Not ever." His fingers brush over her trembling lips. Heat coils around her wrists—his magic, his control—binding her without a single chain. "Say my name, Ariel. Whisper it. Scream it. Curse it." His breath is hot against her throat. "But you will never forget it." She gasps, his words sinking into her, wrapping around her like a promise she never agreed to. Then, he smiles. "Good girl."

"Wait… why am I here? And why is he on top of me?!" Waking up in the middle of that, she nearly screamed. But the moment she saw the face of the man pressing her down—she froze. In her past life, she ran from him like a fool, thinking she loved another. She trusted a sweet-talking sister, fell for a lying man, and ended up betrayed, ruined, and dead. This time? Ha! Divorce? Dream on. Since fate gave her another chance, she’d play this game her way. Stay mysterious, act sweet, and turn every schemer against each other. And as for this dangerously obsessed husband? Let’s see who traps who first.

The world froze. Literally froze. The chattering students, the falling cherry blossoms outside the window, even the dust motes in the air – all suspended in perfect stillness. "Oh wonderful hero," a melodious voice echoed through the room. "Your world faces a terrible crisis, and you have been chosen to—" "No," he said flatly. A pause. Then a shimmer of golden light coalesced into the form of a beautiful woman in flowing robes. She blinked at him. "I... what?" "I said no. I'm not interested in whatever quest or destiny you're selling. Pick someone else." The goddess's perfect features creased in confusion. "But... but you've been chosen! The prophecy speaks of a warrior with a fierce spirit, one who—" "Lady, I don't care about your prophecy. I've got enough problems here without adding some fantasy world's issues to the mix. Now un-freeze time and leave me alone." "You don't understand," she pressed. "Our world is being ravaged by the Demon King's armies! Millions will die without—"

In the revered halls of the Soaring Dragon Sect, strength defines worth. For Lin Feng, years of effort have yielded only disappointment. Branded as the sect’s weakest disciple, he is given a final chance—achieve the impossible within a year or be cast out forever. His punishment? Exile to Cloudhaven Outpost, a place where failures go to be forgotten. Yet fate has other plans. A storm, a cave, and a forgotten symbol carved into stone change everything. A jade lotus, pulsing with an ancient rhythm, awakens something deep within him. When he emerges, he is no longer the same. His qi flows differently, his body hums with an unfamiliar energy, and whispers of knowledge press against the edges of his mind—secrets no one ever taught him. At Cloudhaven, he meets Elder Lian, a master whose knowledge of cultivation is unlike anything he has encountered. Under her relentless training, his stagnation shatters, his growth accelerating at an unnatural pace. But skill alone is not enough to escape the weight of his past. A friend from his former life arrives with a warning, a message wrapped in quiet urgency, a name spoken in hushed tones—Ren Zhao. There are forces beyond the sect’s politics, forces that have slumbered for centuries but have never ceased their search. And Lin Feng, in his ignorance, may have lit a beacon for them. The past is not as distant as history claims, and bloodlines are not as forgotten as the victors would wish. As visitors approach Cloudhaven, the walls around Lin Feng begin to close. The journey ahead is uncertain, but one thing is clear: power is never given, only taken.

Question : "Quand un jour d'été, tu trouves un concombre apparaissant inexplicablement sur le vagin d'une belle femme dans le salon, comment devrais-tu la sauver ?" ”A. Le retirer“ ”B. L'aspirer“ ”C.**********“ Des années plus tard, quand Li se souvenait de cette scène, il se haïssait de ne pas avoir choisi C... --------- "Aïe, qu'est-ce qui me presse ?" Meng Lin s'exclama instinctivement, regarda immédiatement vers le bas, et en voyant le contour alarmant, elle s'exclama surprise, "Qianfan, pourquoi as-tu mis ta canne blanche dans ton pantalon ? Tu as peur que quelqu'un la vole ? Laisse ta belle-sœur t'aider à la sortir !" Sur ces mots, Meng Lin tendit la main… ------ "Belle-sœur, tu te masturbais ?" Li Qianfan fit semblant d'être choqué. "Un concombre est tombé dans mon vagin, peux-tu m'aider à le sortir ?" Pas étonnant que sa belle-sœur avait l'air si assoiffée ; c'était parce qu'elle était souvent insatisfaite. "Belle-sœur, ne pleure pas, je vais te l'aider à le sortir tout de suite !" Après avoir offert du réconfort, Li Qianfan posa sa paume sur la cuisse de Meng Lin et commença à se déplacer lentement vers l'endroit où le concombre était immergé……

After the moon vanished, humanity plunged into a catastrophic downfall, causing the world as we know it to collapse. Alucard, a boy born at the heart of this devastating event, lives in a dark and desolate world where life clings to the remnants of scattered colonies. In this grim reality, many questions arise: How has humanity changed? What strange creatures emerged from the chaos of this disaster? As time passes, Alucard’s questions about his own fate grow ever more pressing. Torn between escaping his destiny or confronting the truth about himself and the world that existed before the moon's departure, he finds himself at the edge of a revelation that could change everything.

Lin Bai transmigrated to another world! It was a parallel world where the game and reality coexisted. Dungeons of the abysses appeared and countless monsters were rampant. In order to survive, all human beings needed to change their classes and practice superpowers in the academy. Some people became magicians, and others became paladins. Lin Bai became a beastmaster and obtained two divine talents. [Bloodline Awakening] After activating the bloodline in the pet beast, it evolved directly to its final form! "You contracted a lizard, and it successfully evolved into a Frost Dragon!" "You contracted a bat, and it successfully evolved into a Blood Duke!" "You contracted a flying bird, and it successfully evolved into the Nine Heavenly Divine Phoenix!" "You contracted a cherub, and it successfully evolved into a Twelve-winged Blazing Angel!" ... [Bloodline Extraction] Randomly copy one bloodline characteristic of the pet beasts. Frost Dragon: Destructive Element, Dragon God's Wrath, Cold Ice Spit. Blood Duke: Blood Lash, Cage of Blood, Dependency Transformation. ... On the transformation platform: Please choose to summon your initial pet beast. Lin Bai: I'll choose the little lizard. Crowd: You call this a small lizard? This is a Frost Dragon! And when the enemy thought the Beastmasters themselves were weak. "His pet beast is already invincible! He himself is even stronger than the pet beast!"

"The world underwent a mutation that year. The game world appeared in reality and various disasters started to ravage the world. To resist all of this, everyone had to plan for their job choice, manically level up, and strive to become stronger. There were mages, warriors, knights, and summoners—over 100 different kinds of jobs. This was a job that a person would be stuck with his entire life. Thus, everyone chose cautiously. Out of this dazzling array of jobs, Moses picked Knight—which had the most average ability value—to be his job. At the same time, he also awakened the Hundredfold Increase System. ""Ding! Detected that the host learned Shielding. The skill has become Absolute Defense after the hundredfold increase!"" ""Ding! Detected that the host learned Defensive Domain. The skill has become No Damage Domain after the hundredfold increase!"" At the same time, Moses also discovered that his job could evolve infinitely! ""Ding! Detected that the host's Knight job has met the conditions for a hundredfold increase. The job has become Great Knight... Paladin... Impregnable Fortress!"

Mr. Fu of Harbor City positions himself with one foot in Harbor City and the other in Macau City, capable of manipulating situations with just his hands. Harbor City's gossip tabloids exposed that Mr. Fu has a secret wife. Known for his romantic involvements, Mr. Fu has liaisons with beauty pageant winners, models, and socialites. The entire Harbor City jokes about how his wife would be kicked out of the Fu family by any means necessary. In the first year, an unprecedented snowfall in June took over Harbor City, dubbed by the press as a grand gesture from the boss to make his wife smile. The second year, the press captured Mr. Fu arguing with his wife in the streets looking upset. People speculated their relationship was nearing its end. However, the next day, he was seen clinging to his wife's legs, crying, fussing, and showing affection. The third year, rumors were rampant that Mr. Fu and his wife had been living separately for six months, and a divorce was imminent. Soon after, a major announcement from the Fu family shocked the city. Mr. Fu was delighted by the birth of a precious son. While everyone congratulated him, Mr. Fu's expression was gloomy: not having embraced one for three years, he realized he was duped!

William was but an ordinary man—until fate saw fit to thrust him fifteen years into the past. Yet, this was no mere journey through time; he awoke not in his own flesh, but in that of the third son of Duke Herne, the most formidable noble in the realm. Now, amidst the glittering halls of power, where smiles conceal daggers and honour is but a well-spoken lie, William must navigate a world where commoners are naught but dust beneath the boots of the aristocracy. In this treacherous game of deception and ambition, he must learn quickly—for in the world of the nobility, ignorance is a death sentence ---------------------------- Hear ye, my loyal readers… From this day onward, updates shall be limited to three chapters per day—no more! Alas, my quill grows weary, and my stockpile of chapters runs thin. The weight of silence presses upon this tale, and my passion falters… I ask but a simple boon—Golden Tickets and a flood of reviews! Shall this humble plea go unanswered?.

"How I talk to my employees is not and shouldn't be your business." He started taking slow steps towards me while I kept moving back till my back touched the wall. There's no escape anymore. He pressed his palms on the wall, caging me in. I inhaled his intoxicating scent not wanting to meet his eyes. He slowly leaned in as I could feel his musky breath in my ear. "You defy me so much that I want to hurt you." With that he disappeared. The only evidence that showed he was here was just the sound of the closing 'Love? A mere word or feeling that makes us do weird and dumb things. I didn't want to love him. I didn't want to want him. I didn't want anything to do with him but the heart wants what it wants. He was my worst nightmare and at the same time my solace. He was my enemy and at the same time my friend. I hated him the most but at the same time I loved him the most!' ______________ Ivory Addams, a young waitress, is thrust into a dangerous world when she's kidnapped by a Mafia king who believes she holds the key to saving his son's life. As she navigates her new reality, she's faced with an impossible choice - marry a Mafia Prince or risk losing everything she holds dear. As she uncovers dark secrets and fights for her independence, she becomes entangled in a deadly game of power, love, and survival. Can she navigate this treacherous world and protect herself from becoming a pawn in their dangerous games?

Kyle Blade, the youngest Demon Hunter of the Golden Continent, was renowned as the nemesis of demons, and a protector of humanity. However, he was thrust onto a different path after being betrayed by the very humans he had sworn to defend. Resurrected from death, Kyle vowed to exact his revenge, uncover the truth behind the age-old blood feud between demons and humans, and ultimately, bring it to an end. Fully aware that his new path would draw the wrath of both humans and demons, Kyle pressed onward. For him, nothing was more important than freedom and peace. * * * I don't have much to say here, just... Check it out, maybe 10 chapters, and then decide. You can check out my other books: _ Solo leveling: I am the Only Supreme With the cheating system. _ Reborn with the all seeing eyes _ Return of the Supreme Beast tamer. _ Thanks for checking it out!

Benjamine Bloodgrave and his partner, the Primordial Shadow are freed from his eternal imprisonment after only two millennia by an unsuspecting group of adventurers investigating a new dungeon appearance. With fate giving him a second chance, he wastes no time in slaying Tartarus the god of prisoners with his and Shadow's combined power. The group of adventurers who freed him, Freyja a dark elf, Wilter a noble fighter, Henry an archer, and Greigore the shielder begin accompanying him and showing him around the beautiful market hub of the Spes kingdom, The City of Erib. But all is not as it seems with a goddess manipulating the king behind the scenes and a runaway princess who begins an uprising to free Erib from the evil goddess. What will Benjamine and the group of adventurers do when facing a goddess and her divine forces. The revenge and blood fueled journey of the God Killer Paladin begins again.

Lane Allen, an A-rank Guide, got injured on an emergency mission suppressing a dungeon break, and perished in his almost-lover’s arms. As the remaining members of his team continued to fight for their lives, in a fancy apartment in a distant part of the city, a young man opened his eyes. “Phew… That hurt like hell…” “It’s a bit of a shame to switch so soon… But I guess it is what it is.” “Anyway, who should I become next?” Actually, Lane Allen was not a Guide, but rather an Esper with a mysterious Plunder ability! It allowed him to possess other people’s bodies, and steal their awakened abilities. Keeping his real body safe, Lane could enjoy life to the fullest, constantly swapping identities, and doing whatever he wanted without ever worrying about the consequences! How great was that? Except… Damien Lennox grabbed Lane’s arm, and pressed him against the wall, his clear green eyes staring down at Lane intently, as if he could see right through him. “There’s no one else whose guidance feels so harsh and chaotic, yet pleasing at the same time.” It seems that Damien was somehow able to recognize Lane even after switching identities, and is unwilling to let him go? . . . Villainous protagonist who couldn’t care less (at least for now~) x Righteous love interest possessive of MC! Top x top :> #Guideverse #guide #esper

This book is the completed first book of the Drowned Flame Trilogy. Audra never asked for power, nor the sorrow that shadowed her every step. Forced to leave everything behind when her mother falls ill, she seeks normalcy in a new country, where love and belonging finally seem within reach. But fate has other plans. A mysterious force tears her from safety, thrusting her into a perilous struggle where survival means outlasting the relentless pursuit of those who would claim her for their own. As war looms and treachery festers, Prince Malik will stop at nothing to bring her home, even as his kingdom teeters on the brink of chaos. With her freedom slipping through her fingers and the weight of destiny pressing upon her, Audra must decide—will she fight for her fate, or be consumed by the tides of sorrow that threaten to pull her under?

'If I have to modify my status then I would start with my two wishes: Strength and women.' '99 points to strength and with it I would fulfill my first wish, and not only that, but by using my strength I will be able to obtain a lot of money and, with it, women.' '[Reset Status Points]' 'Mentally pressing the reset button changed all my status points to just one attribute…' 'Intelligence!' '"I'll tell you why you should keep that slave for me until I buy her…"' 'Feeling smarter than ever I used every possible argument to convince the slave dealer not to sell that slave until I had the money to buy her. After all…' 'That slave is not only beautiful, she also has [Masochist] in her state!' 'I must buy her!' Note: Explicit sexual content begins in chapter 21. If you want to support, you can at: https://www.patr eon.com/finlegost There you can find chapters in advance. Release schedule: Wednesday

Winne Auston tightened her grip on the glass of bourbon, her nails pressing against the cool surface. The soft hum of jazz music filled the dimly lit lounge, the kind of place where secrets felt safe. She was waiting, as he instructed. Adam Sly was never late. The waiting wasn’t a test of time—it was a test of her patience, her resolve, her willingness to bend when the moment came.

Arakawa Hajime, a world-renowned detective infamous for his impeccable record of solving the most complex murders, abruptly announces his retirement. In his final press conference, he promises a sensational autobiography — one that would only be published after his death. The next day, Arakawa is found dead in his study, his throat slit from ear to ear, his own fingerprints on the murder weapon. The day after his death, his publisher reveals the autobiography's chilling title: "How I Committed Murder and Framed the Innocent."

"I, Thandie Lohan vow to focus all my energy on building my career...I am done with relationships". I was done with men and their empty promises, the old fairytale romance Thandie was gone -at least that's what I hoped for until I crossed paths with him. A simple spark of desire - the curiosity to know how the warmth of his body felt pressed against mine - that spark soon turned to a flame even I couldn't handle. A burning flame that changed my whole life, together we created a love story that had nothing in common with the fairytales. Let me tell you a story of how my sun danced the moment Walter waltzed into my life...

In a world ravaged by demonic forces, Lucian's life is forever changed when his mother and sister fall victim to a brutal demon raid. Consumed by grief and a burning desire for revenge, Lucian's path takes an unexpected turn one fateful night. His father, Orion, a former captain of a demon hunter squad, is locked in a fierce battle with Gorath, a demon general of one of the great demon kings. Desperate to help, Lucian rushes to the carriage in which they were traveling and fumbles through a box until he finds a serum created by his father, intended to enhance a demon hunter’s abilities. With shaking hands, he draws the liquid into a syringe. The weight of the situation presses down on him as he glances back at his father, who is struggling against the demon's overwhelming power. Lucian takes a deep breath and injects the serum into his arm, hoping for increased strength. "This should increase my strength, right?" Lucian mutters, but he is wrong. The serum doesn't boost his power, and the demon overpowers them, killing his father and punching Lucian off a cliff. On the brink of death, Lucian is rescued by demon hunters. When he regains consciousness, he notices that he has awakened fire abilities and a mysterious screen appears before his eyes saying, [Set up complete] "What is this? Is this the effect of what I injected into myself? Lucian wondered aloud "If so, what the hell did I inject into myself?

Once an Omega, scorned for his hybrid nature, Ronan Darkfang rises from the ashes of betrayal and grief, fueled by vengeance. His mother slaughtered and his pack decimated by the ruthless Alpha Thorn, Ronan swears to bring justice with his own hands. And he does. But even after avenging his pack, the echoes of war refuse to fade. With rebellion brewing and the weight of power pressing down on him, Ronan finds himself entangled in an unexpected connection—with the daughter of the very man he destroyed. In a world where trust is fragile and enemies lurk in every shadow, he must decide whether his hardened heart can afford the risk. Because sometimes, the greatest battles aren’t fought with claws and fangs—but with the ghosts of the past and the whispers of the heart.

In a realm where the gods' ambitions cast long shadows over mortals, an ancient conflict is rekindled, threatening to unravel the very fabric of creation. This story follows the journey of Zeroth, a dwarf chosen by a fiery god, and Ardric, his brother and paladin of light. Together with Tingle, an inventive gnome that refuses the gods, and Varic, a half-elf warlock under the enigmatic gaze of his patron deity, they find themselves thrust into the heart of a divine conflict. As the chosen champions of deities with clashing visions for the world, they must navigate a treacherous path filled with trials of faith, tests of strength, and the challenge of maintaining their bonds in the face of celestial manipulation. From the serene community of Alderbrook to the bustling halls of the Mage's Guild, and across the daunting peaks of the Silvercrest Mountains, their quest for answers will take them to the very brink of their morals. But with the gods watching and plotting, and the specter of a war that could reshape the cosmos hanging over them, will the bonds of brotherhood, friendship, and allegiance hold strong, or will they be torn asunder by the divine forces vying for supremacy?

An unfathomable structure stretches beyond the sky, its colossal form an immutable truth of existence. The Tower has always been. It cradles civilizations within its endless floors, a world unto itself where countless beings live, fight, and thrive—never questioning the walls that cage their reality. Elias awakens to this vast and uncharted domain, bound to a role he does not understand. The Tower bends to no king, no nation, no god. Yet, a very select few have chosen him to oversee its ever-expanding realm. He must guide the fragile balance of life within its floors, ensuring that empires do not crumble into ruin, that monstrous forces that are summoned in the shadows do not consume all in their path. The weight of countless lives presses down upon him, but the Tower offers no answers—only challenges, dangers, and the creeping sensation that this is all merely a game and Elias is the only one who can take control and reveal the path forward as his creations thrive. As Elias navigates treacherous politics, unpredictable creatures, and the unseen will of his powers themselves, he begins to glimpse fragments of its buried truths. What lies at the Tower’s peak? What are the extent of my creations? And most of all… why does it need him? Why does it Want him? And most importantly. Why does it call out to him?.

A man which so happens to have amnesiac woke up in a zen garden with four others. A naked toddler made a bright entrance and announced with little care of his nudity. "Welcome'th to the Trial, the sooth awaits" Will the man find about his past during the trials or will he die a meaningless death.

[Participating in WSA 2024] #SYSTEM #GENDERBENDER #CROSSDRESSING Yun Shu crossed over in a game world and became one of the suitors for the General's daughter aka the Female Lead? In this world, the Male Leads are obsessed with the Female Lead, but she has no interest in them whatsoever. To have a safe long life and avoid the bad ending, Yun Shu decided to propose the Female Lead with an assurance of a contract marriage. She also agreed with the conditions in the contract and married her in a moment of desperation to get her freedom back. After the marriage everything became peaceful and all, but why does the Female Lead look at her in a weird way? She will snuggle in her arms and even wants to sleep together in the same bed? "Why are you doing this? You know it very well that I'm not interested in girl's!" Yun Shu yelled at her. But the woman pressed her in bed underneath her as she whispered in her ears, "I'm a man and you are a woman? What's the big deal?" Yun Shu, "..."

In one swift motion, he caught her by the neck, his grip unyielding. Lara snarled and thrashed, but Killian’s strength was overwhelming. “You foolish, useless wolf,” Killian growled, his voice dripping with disdain. “You think you can defy me and live?” With a cruel smile, he threw Lara against a nearby tree, the impact shaking the ground beneath us. Pain tore through me as I felt every blow she endured. Lara tried to stand, but Killian’s foot pressed down on her, pinning her to the ground. “You’ll learn your place,” he hissed. “Both of you.” My body began to shift again, the pain unbearable as Lara was forced back, and I returned to my human form. Lying on the ground, broken and bleeding, I looked up at him with all the hatred I could muster. “I hate you,” I whispered, my voice barely audible. Killian’s expression didn’t change. And then, darkness consumed me.

When Lena Carter returns to Black Hollow to settle her estranged grandmother’s estate, she expects dust, memories, and maybe a few ghosts of her past. What she doesn’t expect is the fog—thick, unnatural, and whispering her name. Her grandmother’s cryptic warning—“Don’t let the fog take you.”—becomes chillingly real when strange figures begin appearing in the mist. Shadows press against the windows, voices call to her from the darkness, and the once-familiar house warps into something sinister. Then she finds her grandmother’s journal, filled with frantic warnings about something in the fog—something that has waited for Lena to return. As the whispers grow louder and reality begins to unravel, Lena must uncover the truth about Black Hollow’s dark past before the fog takes her, too. Because once you answer the whispers, you belong to them.