Anne Rice Blood And Gold

Karl Wagner is a disgruntled middle-aged instructor at the Bundeswehr Command and Staff College. He finds himself concerned about the direction which the German nation is headed in—just as he is killed by a terrorist attack. Only to awaken and find himself reborn as an infant, Bruno von Zehntner, the youngest son of a noble family renowned for its part in the German war industry a few years after the founding of the German Empire. Bruno, as he is now known, desires to rewrite history and ensure the German Empire emerges victorious in the coming century. And in doing so, finds himself entrenched in a world filled with Blood and Iron!

Blood and Desires Genre: Paranormal Romance, Werewolf, Fantasy Synopsis: Emilia Cartwright has spent her entire life in the shadows of her parents’ mysterious death. Seeking answers, she moves to the secluded town of Ashwood, unaware that it holds more than just the haunting memories of her past. In this quiet town, she is drawn into a world of supernatural secrets, where the line between man and beast blurs, and the truth is far darker than she could have imagined. Alaric Blackwood, the enigmatic alpha of a powerful werewolf pack, has long kept his distance from humans, his past stained by betrayal and bloodshed. He is everything Emilia shouldn’t want: brooding, dangerous, and filled with secrets. Yet, from the moment they meet, an undeniable attraction sparks between them an attraction that threatens to unravel everything they both hold dear. As Emilia grows closer to Alaric, she begins to uncover the mysteries of his world and the terrifying truth about her own bloodline. She is not the ordinary human she thought she was; her parents’ death was no accident, and she is caught in a dangerous game between power-hungry rogues and the pack that Alaric leads. With forces within and outside the pack threatening their love and survival, Emilia and Alaric must face their fears and make impossible choices. As Alaric’s leadership is challenged by enemies both old and new, Emilia finds herself in the center of a battle for power that she never anticipated. But with love and loyalty tested to their limits, Emilia and Alaric will discover that the greatest threat they face may not come from their enemies, but from the blood that runs through their veins.

Power is Truth! The Iron Chancellor Bismarck once said, "The great issues of the day will not be settled by speeches and parliamentary resolutions... but by iron and blood." Military enthusiast Qin Tian has been reborn as the fifth son of Wilhelm II, Prince Oscar. Originally just wanting to live a carefree life, he unexpectedly becomes the heir to this empire. To save his own life, Qin Tian must think of every possible way to ensure Germany wins the war! Qin Tian’s goal: "With the sword of Germany, to gain land for the plow of Germany, to secure daily bread for the people of Germany, and to fight for sunlit land for the Germanic nation!"

Gold and Glory—that’s what drives most adventurers to venture into dangerous dungeons, slay fearsome monsters, and even cross lines others wouldn’t dare. But in a world like this, not everyone can achieve those dreams. For every legendary hero, there are countless who fall short, facing the harsh reality that the world isn’t kind enough for everyone to win. This story follows Victor Fare, a silver-ranked adventurer. He’s skilled and experienced but hasn’t reached the level of fame and wealth he hoped for when he started. Will he break through the ceiling and claim the Gold and Glory he seeks, or will he, like so many others, be left behind in the shadow of those who succeed? P.S this is my first story so forgive me if it is not good I'll try my best to write a good story so please give it a try if it piqued your interest

What if your life ended, but history was just beginning? Alexander, an ordinary man from the modern world, finds himself thrown into the brutal era of Kievan Rus. He is now a young prince of Kievan Rus', the last hope of a land torn apart by intrigues and enemies. He understood that every decision was a risk. Every mistake was a step toward collapse. To survive, he must turn his weakness into strength and his lands into a mighty fortress. In the end, the winner is not the one who triumphs but the one who manages to survive.

An Empress found herself back to the time 12 years ago when she was the youngest daughter of the Duke family. She had no idea what had happen that turn the time back. She had no idea she died in the hands of the man that she fell in love husband, the King. Her death was omitted through her memories, but she knew she was back as she knew every event of her life as days pass. However, the nightmare started as she met the crown prince. She was bewildered but could not remember such event. She eventually decided to make a choice. Thus, she asked the crown prince to end the engagement, but it was as expected not as she planned. What should the outcome for our lovely Empress?

In a kingdom characterized by political intrigue and betrayal, a young man named Roy finds himself at the epicenter of a deadly conspiracy. After enduring numerous assassination attempts, he is once again targeted by a group of elite assassins. Severely wounded (and on the brink of death), Roy narrowly escapes with a fatal injury, his blood staining the ground as his body collapses. As life drains from him, he begins to lose consciousness, accepting that this may be the end. However, fate has different plans. Just when he believes all hope is lost, a mysterious force intervenes, saving him from death’s grip. Although severely weakened, Roy embarks on a new chapter of his life, forced to confront the complexities of survival in a world where nothing is ever truly what it seems. This experience reshapes his understanding of loyalty and trust, because surviving is just the beginning of a far more intricate journey. As he heals, Roy confronts the harsh realities of his predicament. With adversaries lurking at every corner and secrets (that) envelop his past, he is thrust into a game characterized by politics, power and betrayal. Although he has endured painful experiences related to love and loss, he finds himself entangled with Princess Rina, who is determined to make him fall in love with her—(even if) it means sacrificing everything. However, for Roy, love is nothing more than a curse: a destructive force that has already inflicted enough pain upon him. Amidst the escalating tension and political turmoil, Roy must navigate a perilous world, constantly battling for survival while grappling with his own indifference to the emotions that others seem to desperately cling to. As he becomes increasingly intertwined in the treacherous game surrounding him, Roy must decide whether to embrace his past and the relationships that accompany it, or to remain an isolated figure, detached from the world he once knew. This tale of survival, love and betrayal reveals Roy's journey as one of resilience, self-discovery and the harsh realities of a kingdom dominated by manipulation and deceit.

A Tale of friends reunited, of love rekindled and past revisited along with new legacies created, Two souls connected by the thread of emotions and service find themselves rekindled and embark on a voyage through life to make the world a better place , for you and for me and the entire human race. They encounter difficulties and pains but their love and bonds of friendship prevail all

As fire rains from the sky and the world collapses around him, Kain rushes to find his brother Danté—only to discover him lying lifeless in a pool of blood. Before Kain can process the horror, a masked intruder emerges, delivering a fatal blow that leaves Kain dying and the world crumbling into chaos. But when Kain opens his eyes, he’s somewhere else entirely—alive, unscathed, and in a strange new world far removed from the fiery destruction he left behind. Struggling to understand his new reality, Kain stumbles upon a mysterious town and crosses paths with Elara, a powerful young woman with a dark legacy. Their meeting seems fated, but what secrets lie in this unfamiliar land? And could the answers Kain seeks about his brother and his own survival be tied to Elara’s hidden past?

There will be a point in one's life when an individual reaches rock bottom; where every path leads to nowhere, every dim light fades into nothingness; an overwhelming loneliness. It may arrive early; it may come late. The line of fate reaches all physical and non-physical beings. Everything is affected. There will come a time when one's too far deep into the mantle. The pressure crushing; shattering. Hot; the magma burning, seething. Then there's the core. The singular point of utter failure. A white magma of negativity; degradation; mental strain. A swirling heat of pain, loss. Self-destruction, end. It's pointless. Lost. At that point, that individual has nothing to lose. It will now solely depend on the individual and how they will respond to the situation they reside in. Will they attain glory from the fall, or die from the fall? It's an imminent doom every being created must face. An inevitable event that must take place.

Eli, a young boy, is distracted during his tutoring session by thoughts of A.N. Insterion, a controversial figure who discovered ability books that granted people superpowers, creating a new world order. Eli despises Insterion, seeing him as a manipulative tyrant. During a session, Eli argues with his tutor about the biased portrayal of Insterion in history. Feeling disconnected from the past and determined to make his own future, Eli leaves the classroom, expressing a desire for a fairer world. Eli returns home to find his family's penthouse ransacked. He discovers his parents being attacked by intruders. His mother tortured with a blood-like dagger by a hooded figure, while a blond man interrogates her. Eli tries to intervene but he is overpowered. His mother's bio-weapon implant accidentally kills his father. In the chaos, Eli's pendant, a family heirloom, begins to glow and projects a message in the ancient language of the Dengaré family. Eli blacks out before he can fully comprehend the message, which leaves a mysterious, unfinished word in the air.

In the tides of struggle and power, who can reach the ultimate? In a world of factions and species, who can attain power? In a land whose past is obscured by the naivety of the present, who can uncover the hidden? Karl lives in a world of species and evolution, his path thrust upon him without his consent. Cannons, rifles, shard armor, legions, knight cities, and hive cities. Injections, grace, blood, evil, and ruinous gods... The world has forgotten a soul. A soul whose coming is unpredictable but sure like the mist. Karl has awoken, and what path will he leave behind? Would it be the same?... Like before? This is the story of the "Son of the fallen empire" or is it the living error? Or perhaps...The reaper!

[My WSA 2024 Entry novel! Please vote] In a world where mythical beings have fallen into an "eternal slumber," a thriving underground market exploits the stolen essence of these dormant creatures. At its epicenter are dragons—majestic beings desired for their scales, organs, and prized eggs. The most coveted treasure of all is a dragon's name, a key that holds the power to control its very existence. Dragon Lord, guardian of a clutch of dormant eggs, lives in isolation atop a hill, surrounded by a forest that veils his castle. He bears the scars of past betrayals, having been deceived by those who feigned love to steal his treasures or claim his head as a bounty. Jaded and cold, he trusts no one, living a solitary existence. However, his solitude is shattered when a woman unwittingly stumbles into his life. Yara finds herself in Dragon Lord's treasured den amidst a battle between the dragon and thieves. In a twist of fate, she mistakenly bonds with the dormant eggs, breathing life into them. Reluctantly, Dragon Lord allows Yara into his world, and their journey unfolds amid the looming threat of underground organizations seeking to exploit the dragons for profit. As the eggs come to life, so does an unexpected connection between Dragon Lord and Yara. Despite his cold and jaded exterior, he finds himself unable to ignore her presence. Yara, too, cannot deny the pull she feels towards him, and emotions begin to burn beneath the surface. Together, they must navigate the challenges of waiting for the eggs to hatch, fend off those who seek to exploit the dragon and its offspring, and confront the secrets that Yara harbors—a revelation that could destroy everything. In this tale of flames and gold, two scarred souls in a world where trust is a rare and precious commodity must confront the ghosts of their pasts. They navigate the dangerous currents of love and deception, protecting unborn dragons from a world hungry for their magic. Will their bond withstand the trials ahead, or will the flames of betrayal engulf them in the end? A/N: It starts out SLOW, because I tend to get lost in the pages and be descriptive but once it gets to the action, it really picks up! Looking forward to growing with you all on this journey!!!

Mc got reincarnated without my permission but I got a 1000 traits exchange for that but the catch is it was randomly choosen. And all are useless

In *Blood and Arcane*, the world of New Altera thrives on two primal forces: **Blood** and **Arcane**. Blood symbolizes the essence of life, tied to the powerful Monari and their descendants, the Monari-Kai. Through the infusion of Monari blood, humans can enhance their strength and abilities, creating **Blood Hunters**—warriors who possess the raw, primal power of Monari beasts. These Blood Hunters are humanity's protectors, defending them from the dangerous creatures that roam the land. However, the process is fraught with danger, as only a rare few possess the compatibility to withstand Monari blood without losing control to its savage instincts. **Arcane**, on the other hand, embodies the mystical gifts granted by the goddesses, such as elemental control, telekinesis, healing, and gravity manipulation. Those blessed with Arcane powers are marked by the Goddess Althara and must learn to wield their gifts with discipline and precision. Together, Blood and Arcane form the backbone of New Altera, where warriors, known as Blood Hunters, and gifted individuals face the challenges of a world teeming with legendary beasts, deadly magic, and ever-present danger. In this land, survival hinges on mastering the balance between raw physical might and the arcane forces that shape reality.

The young prince, despite being shunned and despised by those he loves continues to give everything he has.

In a world where vampires and humans coexist, Princess Winter is forced into an arranged marriage with Prince Ryker, a mysterious and powerful vampire prince. As Winter navigates the complexities of royal politics and supernatural threats, she uncovers dark secrets that changed her life forever. Extract..... Winter's thoughts swirled as she descended into the castle's grand hall. Her father, the king, stood beside a tall, dark-haired figure. The vampire prince. "Ah, Winter, my dear, this is Prince Ryker," her father announced, his voice booming. She felt her heart stop beating as she stared at this handsome creature; he was very pale but different from how books described them to be; she felt Emma stiffen with widened eyes; "I am dying, princess." Winter swallowed hard as she clenched her fist. Prince Ryker's piercing gaze seemed to bore into her soul.

In a world where ancient bloodlines and powerful magic collide, the future of two realms hangs in the balance. Lucian, the eldest son of the Vampire King, is haunted by visions of a mysterious woman—Selena, the daughter of the High Witch, whose fiery magic could either be their salvation or destruction. Bound by a prophecy neither can escape, Lucian and Selena must navigate a world of deadly secrets, rival clans, and dark forces threatening to tear them apart. As war looms between vampires and witches, their forbidden bond may be the key to saving their people—or the spark that ignites chaos. Fate of Blood and Magic is a tale of love, destiny, and the price of power. Will they embrace their fates, or fight to rewrite them?

Exiled due to an internal betrayal, Gianna, a former vampire clan leader, finds refuge in Immerstad, a land untouched by vampire rule. Her precarious situation worsens when Kurtis, a betrayer from her clan, seizes power. In this vulnerable state, she's rescued by Tohpati, a wealthy businessman, who offers protection in exchange for her servitude. This deal forces Gianna to confront her pride and adapt to survive, providing a glimmer of hope for reclaiming her lost status.

After a battle that severely wounded Overlord Liang Tian, Ren Lu's dark influence lingers, manipulating events from the shadows. With the power of the 9th rank yokai, Heaven Defying Light, Ren Lu's soul defies death, and his resurrection will influence the fates of countless people. And so the true extent of his plan begins to reveal itself.

Kael was raised in the brutal world of mercenaries, an orphan forged in fire, betrayal, and blood. Taken in by the leader Kerric, Kael learned that survival is the only thing that matters, and those who fall behind are left to die. But even in a life of endless battles and shifting allegiances, Kael's loyalty to his mentor is shaken when a dangerous relic draws the attention of powerful forces. As Kael and Kerric face growing threats from the noble houses and the mysterious Iron Circle, Kael must decide whether to trust the man who raised him or carve his own path. With betrayal lurking at every corner and the lines between friend and foe blurring In a world where strength is the only currency, Kael will need to harden his heart even further if he wants to survive the coming storm. But every choice comes with a price, and in the pursuit of power, Kael may lose more than just his soul.

The Egyptian Gods return, what could go wrong? Taiyo Tategami, an ordinary boy living in Tokyo, dies and is reincarnated by the Bennu(Phoenix). Upon his revival, he is informed by the gods that he is the reincarnation of the Egyptian God Amun, and is tasked with saving the world from destruction, by becoming Pharaoh. Accompanied by other gods including Bastet, Anubis, and Sekhmet, he traverses the desert in pursuit of fulfilling this ancient prophecy and saving the world from an incoming crisis.

--- Isabella never chose this. Forced into a marriage with the most feared man in the criminal world, Matteo Antonio, her life is now bound by a contract she didn’t sign willingly. Matteo is a man with a reputation for cruelty, a man who doesn't believe in love or loyalty—only power, control, and the cold, unrelenting pursuit of his own desires. Yet, despite everything she knows about him, despite how much she wishes to escape, there’s something in Isabella that wonders: *What if?* What if there's more to him than the cold exterior he shows the world? Now trapped in a life she didn’t choose, Isabella faces a question that haunts her every day: Will Matteo ever feel for her? Will he ever truly *see* her, not as a prize or a pawn, but as a person? Or will she, slowly but surely, fall for the man who holds her captive—body and heart? It’s a game. One that neither of them can afford to lose. ___________________ "Don't act like this is some big mystery. We both know why I'm here. We both know why I said yes. And we both know you loved my siste" His eyes darkened, his smirk vanishing. He stepped forward, and I stepped back. One step. Two. My back hit the wall. He leaned in close, his breath warm on my cheek. "Who told you," he said slowly, voice as sharp as a blade, "that Matteo *Antonio* has ever had feelings?". I froze. His eyes were like ice, cold and clear, but so much more dangerous. The kind of cold that burned. And suddenly, I felt so stupid. So stupid. All this time, I'd assumed—*no, Gianna told me.* She told me Matteo had feelings for her. She told me he loved her, that she had him wrapped around her little finger. She told me he would have chosen her if she'd stayed. But she was wrong. Because I could see it now, written in his face, in his eyes, in the way he looked at me like I was just another piece on the board. Matteo Antonio didn't *love*. He didn't feel anything at all. "You thought I loved her, didn't you?" His voice was soft, deadly quiet. "Is that why you've been walking around here with your head held so high?" His eyes flicked to my lips, my throat, before landing back on my eyes. "Let me make this clear, *cara mia*." He leaned in so close I could feel his lips brush against the shell of my ear. "I don't love. Not her. Not you. *No one.*" I sucked in a sharp breath, my chest rising and falling so fast it felt like I might choke on it. He pulled away just enough to look me in the eyes, his face unreadable. "Go to bed," he said, turning away from me. His voice had gone cold again, as if the storm had passed. "Tomorrow, you'll learn what it means to be my wife." I stayed there, pressed against the wall, too stunned to move. And as he walked away, I felt it settle into my bones. I wasn't his wife. I was his *prisoner.*

Sophia Laurent is the secret heiress to one of the world’s wealthiest families, living a life of isolation and control under her father’s oppressive reign. Tired of being a pawn in her family's power games, Sophia escapes into the real world, adopting a fake identity to experience life as a normal woman. But her attempt at freedom takes an unexpected turn when she’s mistaken for a gold-digger during a blind date with Alexander "Xander" Hayes, a wealthy and cynical businessman. He believes she’s after his money, and his vulgar, dismissive attitude makes her want to walk away—fast. In a story filled with sparks, secrets, and unexpected twists, will love triumph over wealth, or will the past prove too strong to overcome?

Nyx, a young boy training to become a Phantom, prepares for his first mission as a cadet. If they succeed in eliminating the threat to humanity—various mutated creatures known as Terrors—and make it back alive, they're officially one step closer to becoming full-fledged Phantoms. During the mission, however, not everything goes to plan as it quickly becomes a fight for survival. With the help of a mysterious power granted from a sickly cause, fate of the entire world seemed to change... Blood Eater- is a story mainly focused on characters and plot, with a notable effort put into the world itself. If you like mystery, action and violence, you should read this book. With inspiration from other novels on the platform, such as Shadow Slave or my own novel Summoned Into the World of the Gods on my other account, I tried my best to create something that was both fun to write and hopefully fun to read, while staying in my comfort zone and trying to maximize my writing potential. This is around my 8-12 story that I’m trying to tell, and I hope that you enjoy it. Of course, any feedback/suggestions/questions, etc. etc. are welcome and I’ll do my best to respond :) --------------------- - Minimum of ~800 words/chapter (though usually around 1100) - AT LEAST 1 chapter a week, though I like to write at my own pace

The world is a graveyard of gods, their corpses fueling an empire built on lies and steel. Kain Veyrath, a scarred blacksmith’s apprentice, lives in the shadow of tyranny, beaten down but unbroken. When fate grants him an ancient shard of god fire—power enough to shatter kingdoms—he doesn’t dream of saving the world. No, Kain dreams of burning it to the ground. With a blade forged from vengeance and a heart hardened by betrayal, he sets out to tear down the chains of power and crush the monsters who wield them. Yet as his strength grows, so too does the hunger of the god fire, whispering promises of conquest and carnage. To rise as a sovereign of his own making, Kain must embrace the darkness, for only the ruthless survive in a world carved from ash and blood

As the mighty Assyrians swept across the ancient landscape, their armies leaving a trail of devastation in their wake, Princess Elizabeth found herself desperate to escape the harrowing shadow of her fate. Longing for freedom from her treacherous family, she fled into the unknown. But, her hopes were shattered when her ruthless half-brother, King Alexander Louis Bernard—a man of formidable power and ambition—tragically took her life. Yet, destiny was not through with her. In a twist of fate, Elizabeth was reincarnated just before her untimely death, awakening with the memories of her past life etched into her soul. Again, she stands at a pivotal crossroads, enveloped in uncertainty and possibility. Will she surrender to the hands of fate once more, or will she muster the courage to confront the very embodiment of darkness—the heart of the devil himself? Fueled by the strength of her past experiences, Elizabeth feels an undeniable spark within her, a surge of power that promises to unleash her true potential. With each step forward, she holds the key to reshaping her destiny, ready to navigate the tumultuous journey ahead.

What happens when your world comes crashing down after one generational mistake you had no part in comes to take what it's owed? Alexandria Maxwell's normal life unwillingly comes to an end after she gets kidnapped from her parents home and is thrown into the pits of an undisclosed world of supernaturals, expected to start a new life as the soon-to-be wife of Lucian Blackthorne, the powerful, infamous son of Dracula. An awakening later, she finds herself the centre of a war between vampires and warewolves, where she gets to meet Aria, the Beta of her clan. Despite the chaotic circumstances, the two fall in love, but as fate had cruelly set her path in stone, she is forced to choose between the two dwellers of her heart. Who will she choose—her husband to be or her new lover? Will she be able to live with the decision she will be forced to make?

born to Tyrion Lannister the dwarf of casterly rock and a whore with giants blood from the cold unforgiving North a month after roberts rebellion ended a baby boy is born with the soul of someone from earth but not a normal man a sociopath trapped by earths laws forcing him to live a normal life till now when he's given a chance in a world that only cares about strength how will he do well even I don't know but let's find out