Queen'S Commonwealth Essay Competition

WARNING: This book contains 18+ mature content and language, including graphic themes, sensitive scenes (such as potential depictions of sexual violence), and content that may be distressing to some readers. Please read with caution. Note: This is a slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers story . *** In a kingdom where the moon rules the night and secrets whisper through the halls of a grand castle, a woman awakens to a life she doesn’t remember. Crowned as queen alongside a formidable king, she is thrust into a world of power, tradition, and a haunting past that refuses to stay buried. While the kingdom celebrates her rise, shadows from a forgotten life claw at her mind. With each fleeting memory, the truth becomes harder to ignore—about her role, her king, and the beast lurking in their midst. As alliances are tested and betrayals simmer beneath the surface, she must navigate a perilous path of trust and deception to uncover who she truly is. But some secrets were never meant to be uncovered, and the price of the truth may be more than she can bear.

In 480 BCE, Queen Artemisia I of Caria commands her fleet in the Persian navy during the Battle of Salamis. Known for her strategic brilliance, she navigates the treacherous waters of war and politics, earning respect from allies and foes alike. Amidst the chaos, Artemisia grapples with her identity and the sacrifices required of her as a ruler and warrior. Her courage and wisdom shine through, making her a legendary figure in a male-dominated world.

This novel, The Immortal Queen, appears to belong to the fantasy genre, with elements of adventure, magic, and survival. The story seems to revolve around a young female protagonist, Amara, who is caught in a world filled with political intrigue, magical warfare, and survival struggles. The presence of magical systems, strategic warfare, and the challenges she faces in a post-apocalyptic world suggest that it could also have elements of dystopian fiction. Themes of identity, survival, and power dynamics between different factions within an empire are central to the plot.

Sophia's life was never hers to control. Born the daughter of a powerful mafia boss, she became a pawn in a game she didn’t agree to play. To solidify alliances, her father sealed her fate—marrying her off to not one, but three ruthless mafia leaders. Each man more dangerous than the last. For them, Sophia is a trophy—a prisoner they blame for their shattered lives and broken hearts. Her new husbands had to sacrifice everything, their former loves abandoned for power, leaving nothing but resentment and cruelty behind. Now, their shared home is a battleground, soaked in tension, hatred, and secrets. But Sophia isn’t just a pawn. She’s a spark ready to ignite. Beneath the scars, she harbors a silent rage—a plan to break free, to turn the tables on the men who claim to own her. Yet even amidst their toxic obsession and possessive cruelty, the lines between love, lust, and loathing blur. How far will Sophia go to reclaim her life? How long before her captors realize the woman they imprisoned is becoming their queen? In a world of blood, betrayal, and desire, who will be left standing when the game is over? Reverse Harem with a Dark Twist: One woman married to three mafia leaders, exploring toxic relationships and intense power struggles. Strong, Resilient Female Lead: Sophia evolves from victim to queen, reclaiming her power. High-Stakes Mafia World: Themes of revenge, betrayal, and survival drive the story’s tension. Blurred Morality: A provocative blend of obsession, hate, and forbidden desire that challenges traditional romance dynamics.

To Julianne, fate never played any part in her 17 years of life but what happens when fate plays its trick and she lands in a world she never thought existed. A world where magic exists, which looks like a fairy tale but under that cover is lurking living beasts. To be a part of this newfound world lily have to acknowledge both the light and dark side of her soul.

Betrayed by her father's best advisor, adopted by her family's killer and in love with her nemesis, Anne's life had no solid definition to her. But she knew there was one thing she wanted above all else, and it was revenge.

Kim Lalisa is a girl who has always wanted to be an idol but two things are stopping her which is her mum who doesn't want her to become an Idol and also her being poor which couldn't make her go to her dream school. But Lisa is a girl who doesn't give up easily decided to follow her dream when an opportunity came for her after meeting with a rich girl who also attends her dream school Lisa being a talkative babbled about her dream to her which the girl help her to apply for a scholarship going on then.

she was once known " the most spoiled" woman at the empire by her brother and father, now that her brother is murdered and her only remaining family is her baby brother and the land her brother left to her as sole hire to the empire remaining.

Oblivious of the fact that she became a pawn in someone's devious plot, Isabella lived a life filled with haunting nightmares. When she was at her lowest point, her child plays the role of Cupid. Due to her child's active matchmaking, Isabella marries a businessman. "I will be your support while you rise to the top" Her husband gave his word. And from then began her journey to crush her enemies and become the queen of the fashion industry.

Six best friends have always hung out together since childhood. The summer before the start of their senior year of high school three of their best friends go missing while on their yearly BFFs Run in the Park. Will their other friends find them in time to rescue them? What will the best friends discover about themselves? What will the best friends discover about their identities that their parents hid from them?

An ordinary man who want to enter the world of writing novels, trying to take part in a novel writing competition, but suddenly his soul got transmigrated into the world of novel writing contest themes.

Marlene was a forensic doctor who lost her life in an explosion but was transmigrated into a different world with a different timeline where she became Yang Yiting. Here she met a powerful warrior prince who set her on the path of becoming a great empress.

You're born, you live, and you die. But what happens after? No one knows. No one should know. But Seraphina knows. Seraphina remembers her past lives. She went from a human to a demon. Now, she is a werewolf. The problem is, none of her lives were long-lived. She died at 16, in the war her king started over a piece of land. She was killed at 25, in the war between humans and demons. Once again, she finds herself in the midst of a war. A war of werewolves against the dark witches. Will this life be any different? Will she survive this war? Or will she become its victim, once again? Will she live long enough to see her aged body? Will Alexander help her? Or will he betray and stab her heart as the last one? Is a mate bond really that important? Why should she trust someone just because the so-called Goddess said they were meant for each other?

At Western Star University, Soren Mitaka, a gifted but unmotivated psychology student, conceals his intelligence to avoid attention. Despite excelling on the entrance exam, he lacks a sense of purpose. This changes when he encounters Raine Fukuyo, a mysterious girl with exceptional abilities facing a similar struggle in finding direction. Their shared intellect and unspoken competition foster a connection that leads to a transformative journey. Through their pursuit of self-discovery, Soren and Raine uncover meaning, companionship, and a renewed sense of hope.

In a world where darkness reigns and secrets run deep, she was once a vampire princess, living a life of luxury and love. Her childhood sweetheart was her everything, until one night turned her world upside down. The Vampire Queen, her mother, was overthrown in a violent coup—and the traitors behind the rebellion? None other than her beloved's family. Just as she faced certain death, a mysterious vampire saved her, pulling her from the edge of destruction. Now, five years later, she lives in the human world under a hidden identity, training every day with one goal in mind: to reclaim her throne, rescue her imprisoned mother, and confront the boy she once loved about his betrayal. Her heart burns with questions—why did he do this, and can she ever forgive him? But destiny has a way of complicating plans. During a dangerous dungeon expedition, she encounters her former love again, neither revealing their true selves. Little do they know, they are about to be caught in a web of ancient secrets, a conspiracy that stretches back to the dawn of their world. As dark forces rise and the truth about their shared past comes to light, they find themselves part of a much larger battle—one that could either save or destroy their entire continent. As betrayal, love, and ancient magic collide, she must decide: will she fight for revenge, or for redemption? And when the dust settles, who will she choose—her savior or her first love? The fate of the kingdom and the survival of an entire world rest in the balance.

"Fayre, Fayre" someone was calling as I ran "Catch me mama" I called laughing "Stop running, you'll fall" ....... And the voice faded away while I kept hearing a loud ring at the same time trying to catch my breath. "What is happening?" I heard a voice but it sounded far away. "She's having a panic attack" someone answered. I am panicking, what was that? I pulled at my hair trying to get the ring to stop. A protective hand wrapped around me stopping my hands from pulling my hair painfully and I knew immediately it was Luca. I didn't even realize I was standing away from the bed until he steadies me against the wall and shield my body with his away from others in the room. "Eyes on me Fayre, no one else, focus on me and breath" he instructs in a low murmur and I look up at him trying to focus on him and ignore the ring in my ear but it was hard. "I can't —" I whimper "I feel like I need to scream" carrying his eyes between the tears in mine, he nods, then he gathers me into his chest and I have no idea what he is doing as he presses my face into his robe. Until his deep voice whispers against the top of my head. "Okay, scream" ......................... This is a tale of King Luca and a nameless servant. A King that rattles the Kingdom with just a glare, alongside with the breath of his very own silver dragon. King Luca, a man feared by a lot of people even if just few truly recognizes him apart from the royals of course. He is ruthless, feared, uncaring and some even called him the devil. But is that really him or it's just rumors created by people who think they know him? What happens when a little slave comes into his life uninvited and together, through different emotions starting from the bottom line of hatred up to the very heart word, they Swalve through all obstacles that seems to be thrown at them.

Lu xiuxiu was betrayed by the most important people in her life, brutally killed after finding out the hard truth however given a second chance to live again Will she be able to forgive them in her new life? Read now to find out!!?

A princess is forced into hiding when her own brother kills their parents and forcibly takes over the throne. In order to save her country, she had 2 options: Marry the powerful king from another kingdom or seek out the elusive vampire-witch to become the strongest vampire-sorceress! The question is: Why not both?

In the realm of Fyre Land, Princess Ignis grapples with a legacy overshadowed by her lack of elemental power, a vital attribute in her magical kingdom. Her father, King Pyrrhus, a formidable ruler fueled by flames, has long belittled her for this deficiency, subjecting her to mistreatment and neglect. Despite her hardships, Ignis harbors a fierce determination to alter her destiny. Her salvation appears in the form of Adrian, the enigmatic ruler of Aqua Land, where water reigns supreme. Ignis learns of Adrian's unparalleled power and envisions a path to reclaim her sovereignty. She confronts Adrian, presenting her proposal with a mixture of determination and vulnerability. She seeks not only his hand in marriage but also his alliance, aiming to wield his elemental prowess to ascend the throne of Fyre Land as its rightful queen. As Ignis and Adrian navigate the complexities of politics and power, they forge an unexpected bond, transcending their initial motives. Both must confront betrayals, intrigue, and the specter of war as they strive to unite their realms and defy the constraints of fate. Can Ignis reconcile her desire for power with her longing for love, or will she sacrifice one for the other? Who will emerge victorious and at what cost? "The Queen of Fyre" is a captivating tale of courage, ambition, and the enduring quest for self-determination. Against a backdrop of elemental magic and political intrigue, Princess Ignis and King Adrian navigate a perilous journey towards love and empowerment, igniting flames of change that will forever alter the fate of their kingdoms.

Dalia, Queen of the Demons faces a new adversary she couldn’t have foreseen. Her sisters and their guards have to defend what’s theirs and maybe a few humans as well.

Rael, an ordinary human, stumbles into the realm of demons and is captured by their terrifying queen. Faced with the threat of death, he swears his loyalty to the Demon Queen in a desperate bid to survive. Bound by an unbreakable oath, Rael becomes her reluctant servant, forced to navigate the deadly world of demons where power, deceit, and desire reign supreme. As he struggles to maintain his humanity, he must fulfill her every command—or risk losing his life, and perhaps his very soul, to the darkness. Will he find a way to break free, or will he be forever bound to the Demon Queen’s will?

In the coastal kingdom of Ullal during the 16th century, Abbakka Chowta emerges as a fearless leader who defies the norms of her time. When Portuguese invaders threaten her homeland, Abbakka, protected her people and heritage, rises to the forefront of resistance.

Belladonna's life is perfect until her twenty-first birthday when her powers manifest. She does not only learn that she is from another world but also that the people close to her have been lying to her. Things get worse when she is taken to the magical world to learn how to control her powers. But the species there don't like her. They think she is an abomination, something that is not supposed to exist. No one has ever heard of or seen a child born of two hybrids and also a natural vampire whose parents don't have any vampire blood in them, so they see her as a threat something that is supposed to be eliminated. Like being a quadbrid is not enough trouble she later discovers that her blood is toxic to wolves. Just a few days in the magical world she meets her wolf mate who rejects her and calls her an abomination just like everyone else. Desperate to get rid of the pain of her mate's rejection leaves, Bella consults her mother in the in-between. Who helps her find a spell that can break the bond between mates. Little does she know that breaking the bond with her wolf mate will cause her bond with her cursed vampire mate to be triggered and wake him up from his slumber. Her vampire mate whose blood lust can only be suppressed by her blood. What happens when a powerful and poisonous quadbrid is destined to mate with a vampire prince who craves her blood more than anything else? Will they find a way to be happy or will their relationship be doomed before it even starts?

In a city where power, secrets, and betrayal reign supreme, Faye thought she could outrun her past—and the ruthless king who once held her heart. But when she finds herself pregnant with his twins, her world is thrown into chaos. Fleeing from both Alaric, the man she once loved, and the powerful enemies she has made, Faye tries to carve out a new life in the shadows of the city. But Alaric isn’t the only one hunting her. As Meline, a vicious elite with ties to Alaric’s empire, seeks revenge for a public humiliation, Faye is caught in a deadly game where her children are the ultimate prize. She must navigate the dangerous world of the city's elite, filled with betrayal and hidden alliances, while keeping the biggest secret of all—Alaric’s children—out of his reach. With enemies closing in from all sides, Faye has no choice but to face Alaric and the truth of their twisted relationship. As their old wounds are reopened, and new dangers arise, Faye must decide if she can trust Alaric or if her only option is to destroy him before he destroys her. But in a city that never sleeps, secrets never stay buried for long. "In a city built on secrets, love can be the most dangerous one."

Everyone has a guardian angel except me. I have a guardian demon. He deals with things in a much more violent fashion, but much more effective.

Life is funny, You thought you had escaped somewhere so far nobody would find you, But actually, you never escaped at all.

From the infernal depths of Hell, Judex—a vampire as lethal as he is handsome —was once a prince of the damned. Betrayed and slaughtered within the demonic pantheon, he awakens in the violent, medieval world of Kunluun with only one desire: revenge. To return to Hell and claim his vengeance, Judex needs blood—divine blood. Draining the essence of gods will not only open the infernal gates but also make him stronger with each kill. But the gods are elusive, scattered across Kunluun, hidden from even the most fearsome predators. To find them, Judex needs the young and naïve Queen Naoi, whose strange power allows her to track these celestial beings. Feigning loyalty, he becomes her assassin, all while plotting to use her to hunt down and slaughter the gods. As his strength grows with every divine kill, so too does the darkness within him, turning Judex into something even more terrifying than the gods themselves. Bound by a fragile alliance, the question looms: will Naoi discover the true nature of the monster she has unleashed before it’s too late, or will Judex's thirst for revenge turn the world of Kunluun into his personal blood-soaked battlefield?

Gwendolyn Breckenridge, a precious daughter of noble family from Brovodian Kingdom, wakes up to a terrifying dream come true. Injured and trapped in a carriage, she's carted away to a strange land. The awful truth hits her: she's being sold as a slave. Betrayed by both her lover and trusted handmaiden, with her parents missing in the midst of the chaos engulfing her family, she is plunged into despair. Stripped of her wealth and status, she is left to deal with a harsh reality where her once-gilded life is now in tatters. After a series of torments, she landed in a shadowland called Sotreapis Kingdom – a place she's never even heard of. One terrifying fact becomes clear: in the shadow Kingdom of Sotreapis, a cruel king named Malgarius captures beautiful women only to kill them. But he finds himself inexplicably drawn to Gwendolyn's spirit and resilience despite their different realm. Despite the danger, a forbidden attraction blossoms between them. Now, she is trapped in this deadly game, surrounded by danger and unsure of who to trust – a ruthless king captivated by her, a court teeming with suspicion, and the ever-present threat of those who wish to silence her. Can she use this unexpected turn of events to not only clear her name and find her family, but perhaps even rewrite the deadly fate awaiting her in Sotreapis? Can Gwendolyn overcome the betrayal that shattered her life? And most importantly, can she survive the clutches of a murderous king in a foreign land or fell deeper into his honey trap? *** [Disclaimer: This book is a mature content as it has some intimate and passionate scenes that explore the romantic relationships between characters. Even though these scenes are significant to the story and the characters, it is important to note that they are shown in a tasteful way and are not meant to be detailed or unnecessary. This book is mostly about the mental journeys of the characters and the problems they have to deal with. Those who might be sensitive to this kind of material should read it with care, and it is best for mature readers] This story is purely a work of fiction and is the product of the author's imagination. Some names, characters, places, and incidents are the product of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events, locales, or persons, living or dead, is coincidental. Your supports in power stones, gifts and golden tickets as well as some reviews are highly appreciated. Thank you. @Cover design and all character images by the author with AI generated image. Find me in IG @Karensiarose Discord @Karensia

Shen Xi wakes up one day only to find out she has transmigrated into a book as a mere supporting character, Ning Xi ,which was a character that was supposed to end up losing her life, Ning Xi is determined to change her fate. The girl whom everyone thought was the worst in class could actually score full marks? That was not all she had, she had many hidden identities to be revealed later. And her love life? The world's most handsome, dominerring, cold,aloof, powerful man who despised coming into contact with women, or ever had a girlfriend, the mysterious Gu Zhen was actually chasing after her? Why was the second most powerful family, the Fu family claiming she is their long lost daughter? Why was the vice CEO of one of the most powerful entertainment company claiming she was their boss? It was now time to get back at those trying to hurt her and her loved ones. But that was not all, she had many other tricks and identities up her sleeves to bring down the people who would hurt her. Was this really the unsightly girl whom no one had respected and always looked down upon? Other novels: Flames of Love Love In The Midst of Chaos