Intensity Dean Koontz

Born into the ruthless world of the Mafia, Rose knew power, wealth, and loyalty-until betrayal shattered her home. When her father chose his new wife over her, she walked away from the empire, rejecting his fortune and forging her own path as a commoner. But fate is never kind to those with bloodstained legacies. A chance encounter at a grocery store brings her face-to-face with Julian Morano-a man who radiates danger, power, and an intensity she can't ignore. He carries the weight of the underworld on his shoulders, yet his hands are full of teenage trinkets. A contradiction. A mystery. A storm waiting to consume her. In a world where love is a weakness and trust is a gamble, Rose must decide-will she fight against the life she left behind, or embrace the darkness that's always been in her blood?

Beneath the blood-red sky of the Dark Kingdom, a lone figure stood atop the ruins of what was once a seat of power. Rudy’s eyes burned with an intensity that sent shivers through even the most hardened warriors. None could understand how she had become this force—how the fragile girl they once betrayed had risen to command shadows and fire alike. They had killed her. King Arthro, with his cruel laughter, and Seraphin, with her blade dripping in deceit. They thought they had erased her from existence, cast her into the abyss. But Rudy had returned. And she was no longer the girl they had struck down. Whispers of her return spread like wildfire. A specter of vengeance, she dismantled her enemies with chilling precision. Every move, every fall, was by her design. But the true mystery lingered—how had she gained such power? And what price had she paid for it? In the kingdom drenched in secrets and sins, Rudy played her final hand. And this time, she would not lose.

Things happen for a reason. That's what the newly minted Isabelle thought when she realized she was left to become an amnesiac ghost in the back of a mountain. Luckily for her, four humble brothers shelter her, and give her the life she dreamed about. The gentle and caring Ethan! The quiet and honest Lucas! The sharp and intense Joseph! The cheerful and lovely Felix! Isabelle: I have no idea who to choose, so I choose them all! The four brothers: YES!

In her previous life, she had wronged and divorced the man who truly loved her, and by the time she realized her mistake, it was too late. Now, granted a second chance to make things right, she carries the knowledge of the future. Will she seize this opportunity to redeem herself? "Hubby!" she purred playfully, her cheeks flushed with embarrassment. "Call me that again, and I might just devour you right there," Rowen warned, his gaze locking onto hers with a smoldering intensity. Follow Vanessa as she sets out to seduce her ex-husband in this dramatic, heart-pounding tale.

The story is a mix of low system type and low fantasy that has elements of magic as well. The story followed around Dean Ken. He is an assassin and former knight of Kingdom's central Knight Order. In order to take revenge for his beloved woman he assassinated the king of the Gaosai Kingdom and finally perished with him. But surprisingly he went back to when he was eighteen. Now with the knowledge of the future he is determined to make his enemy pay the price

Kael crosses into a magical realm bearing the sole artifact from his game - 【The Book of Immortality】. This ancient tome contains inexhaustible arcane knowledge spanning alchemical formulas, material sciences, inscription arts, enchantment techniques, and even the forgotten tongues of elves and dragons... all of which he mastered flawlessly! But the true revelation came when Kael discovered his unprecedented magical aptitude. Orlando the Starwalker, legendary archmage who single-handedly held back entire necromancer legions, was recorded to possess terrifying magical potential at Level 11 intensity. Kael's measured at Level 12. Thus begins the legend of the mortal who transcended myth, wielding knowledge beyond ages and talent surpassing the stars themselves - an ordinary gamer destined to rewrite the rules of magic.

Demonic rifts appear across the land of Folterod, foretelling the Tenth Demon War in a years time. Along with a summoned hero, many are drafted and trained to fight. Fatherless and orphaned, Kairo must abandon his mother's last wish; for him to lead a peaceful life. Intense training, a system no one else knows of, and enough death to forever change the continent. Will the world be saved by the appearance of Folterods Natural Born Hero? Or will both he and Folterod be swallowed by the demons invading their land?

Izumi Kurogane was just a normal high schooler—until he got caught up with Marina Ashford, the untouchable rich girl with a secret love for anime. Between school festivals, intense rivalries, and Marina’s overprotective bodyguards plotting in the background, Izumi finds himself in way more chaos than he signed up for. From late-night calls to anime club shenanigans, their worlds keep colliding. But with every challenge, their bond grows stronger—whether they admit it or not.

In Amukelo, you can expect a fantasy adventure filled with action and complex characters facing tough moral choices. The story involves intense battles, quests across dangerous lands, and a deeper struggle against both demonic forces and inner turmoil. Themes of revenge, redemption, friendship, and the weight of past trauma are woven throughout, with high stakes that escalate as the world faces a growing supernatural threat.

“I’m dating Natalie” Three words. Three words were all it took – to break Luca Rolets. Luca has always been in love with his Childhood friend Ezra - but he never expressed it - tightly concealing it under the guise of Rivalry. But can he handle the intensity of his feelings when Ezra begins to date a Girl?- Will he succumb to jealously or perhaps something worse - something fatal?

After everything that Zaroth had was stolen from him, he decided to live solely for his desires, morals be damned! Close to his death, he resurrects and tames a mythical dragon, who turns out to be a breathtaking woman. Learning that in order to explore her body, he must grow stronger so he doesn’t die during the act, Zaroth sets a clear goal for himself: to get stronger. “But I’m curious about something.” “Hm? What is it?” Luna asked, raising an eyebrow. “You said you judged me. How did you do that? Why was I worthy?” Luna’s smile darkened, her eyes glowing with a dangerous intensity. "Despite knowing you would die, you didn’t pray to the gods. On the contrary, you declared that you would kill every single one of them like the dogs they are. In my life, you’re the only one who’s ever made such a declaration, which is why I couldn’t leave you behind—someone who dares to share my dream." ---------- If you’re brave enough to join us, the Abyss Watchers can be found here - https://discord.gg/3evkMwNyZC

Some agreements are meant to be broken… some destinies are hard to avoid. Ariella Brooks has faced many struggles. Orphaned early in life and forced to deal with a harsh world, she longs for a new beginning. When a prestigious surrogacy program offers her a chance to transform her life, she eagerly accepts—unaware that she is stepping into a world of lies, forbidden feelings, and hidden truths. The Armstrongs, a rich and mysterious couple, seem to have everything—except for the one thing they desire most: a child. Gabby Armstrong is charming yet chillingly controlled, while her husband, Wellington Armstrong, has an intensity that feels hauntingly familiar to Ariella. As a past love reappears and dark secrets come to light, Ariella becomes caught in a perilous game of power, desire, and betrayal. Gabby’s seemingly perfect life conceals a dangerous secret—one that could ruin her marriage and threaten Ariella’s future. Wellington finds himself torn between protecting the woman he loves and confronting a past he tried to leave behind. As emotions flare and hidden memories emerge, Ariella must fight not just for the child she carries but for her own life. In a world where love can be deadly and secrets can destroy, will Ariella find a way to escape? Or is she already trapped by fate in a future she cannot avoid? Filled with scandal, tension, suspense, and steamy romance, Bound by Fate: The Surrogate’s Secret is an addictive page-turner that will keep you on the edge of your seat, craving answers and wanting more.

Atticus’ life shattered in a single day— betrayed by his girlfriend, and then shot dead by a mysterious man. But instead of the lonely void of darkness, he woke up in another world, reborn as the heir to one of the most powerful families in the human domain—in a world ravaged by war and teetering on the edge of defeat against a brutal alien race. Now, driven by intense rage and a thirst for vengeance, Atticus will stop at nothing to grow stronger, uncover who killed him, and fight for survival in a war torn world. Discord: https://discord.gg/t7z25ZzKX3

Yugen, a 17-year-old boy, had always felt like a lifeless corpse, blending into the monotony of society. But on one fateful day, something within him stirred. He discovered his true soul, and with it, a burning passion: to become the world's number one striker. Will Yugen's awakened spirit and unyielding dedication be enough to overcome the challenges ahead, or will he succumb to the intense pressure of the soccer world? The journey to the Top , the awakened striker, begins.

A mysterious painting. A journey through time. A love that defies the centuries. In this captivating romantic fantasy, The Enchanted Portrait: Love Beyond Centuries, a young woman stumbles upon an ancient painting that pulls her into the heart of the Qing Dynasty’s imperial court. As she navigates a world of intrigue, espionage, and hidden secrets, she must uncover the truth behind the portrait—while struggling to survive in a time that is not her own. Caught between duty and desire, trust and betrayal, she finds herself entangled in a web of palace conspiracies and a forbidden romance that transcends time. As the battle for power unfolds, so does the mystery of her own identity. Can she change fate, or is she destined to be a mere pawn in history’s grand design? With lush historical detail, deep emotional intensity, and a thrilling mix of adventure and romance, this novel brings to life a world where past and present collide. Perfect for fans of time-travel dramas, historical palace intrigue, and epic love stories, The Enchanted Portrait promises an unforgettable journey through love, loyalty, and the unbreakable ties of destiny.

Five hundred years after his death, Orion awakens in the aristocratic Reyes family—one of the five ruling houses of the Petrosyan Confederacy. With both his experience and trauma from another life, he must carve his own path in a world shaped by power, technology, and ruthless ambition. On a mission to Cerros-7, in the heart of a bustling market, a woman draped in tattered veils appears before him, her ember-like eyes burning with eerie intensity. With a grip as cold as death, she seizes his hand and whispers a prophecy that sends a chill down his spine: "The sky must fall for your star to rise, A veil of despair shrouds crimson skies. Through ash and ember, your brilliance softly flies, A light reborn where endless darkness lies." As he navigates treacherous politics, genetic evolution, and a destiny far greater than himself, Orion must uncover the truth, before the prophecy becomes his undoing. Tags: [Reincarnation | Fantasy | Superpowers | Survival | System | Genes | Evolution] Schedule: [12 chapters/week] Chapter Length: [1200-1400 words]

In debt and desperate to pay for his mother's surgery, Salin accepts a risky proposal: to pretend to be the fiancé of Jun-ho, the heir to a powerful mafia family. In exchange, his debt will be forgiven, but there's a catch: Salin will have to help Jun-ho with his lack of libido. *Mature Content, Mafia, CEO, Intense Romance, Trauma, and Healing *New chapters from Tuesday to Friday

"A person filled with regrets throughout their life, facing their remorse on the brink of death in an intensive care unit. Our main character, Aris Kasou, is reborn in another world with the help of God, but luck did not smile upon him this time either. Anger, drama, revenge, hatred, pain... In our story filled with philosophy and power, there is a protagonist trying to overcome the narrative. Do you think he can succeed?"

A lot seemed off about him, his hair color had changed from the usual dark brown to white. It was really confusing, early at school his hair was dark brown, so what happened between the few minutes they were apart. "Dean",Audrey hurried towards him but he raised his left hand up to stop her in her tracks. "Don't come any closer", he whispered underneath his breath, with all that his gaze was on the ground "But-", Audrey tried stepping forward. "Don't", he said raising his head to look at her directly,she could see his face clearly now. At school his iris held a little bit of color but right now,it had non. His eyes were so clear he looked blind. "Dean what's happening to you",Audrey cried in panic. She didn't know what was going on with Dean, what hurt her the most was he didn't want her next to him. How can she help him if she can't get close, but even with that she was still stubborn. Dean was at the far end of his room, bit by bit Audrey covered the gap."It's Time",Dean said trying to play down his emotion, but it could'nt be hidden. "What is Time?", Audrey asked confused walking to him slowly. "Dean you're scaring me". As she tried walking towards him, she felt as tho she was being pushed back, the closer the distance between them,the harder it was for her to come close. "Time for me to go-ah",Dean groan holding his side. “Dean!”, Audrey exclaimed, she increased her pace but the force was strong and the injury she had under her feet didn't make it any better. "He has come", he said letting out a dry cough. "Who has come?",Audrey asked. What is time?who has come?, she asked herself. "Mortem", Dean said with short of breath. . Life has never been good to Audrey, after loosing her parents at a tender age. she works extra and hard to make ends meet, she made a friend. Not long after he to was taken. luck hasn't always been on her side, will she pick herself up and keep pushing, or will she succumb to the bad luck holding her down. note: The cover isn't mine,it was gotten from Pinterest. so I give credit to the artist. Disclaimer: everything written here is based on pure imagination The schools, characters and places are not real

A destitute village girl journeys to a glittering, unforgiving metropolis, driven by a thirst for wisdom and a longing to carve her own fate. Yet the city’s chaos swallows her whole—until she collides with Psycho Girl, a magnetic but volatile woman whose obsession with her burns like a fever. Though danger follows her every move, her reckless intensity breathes unexpected life into the village girl’s weary existence. Amid betrayal, street-smart survival, and sleepless nights, the girl finds herself drawn to her fractured soul, questioning: *Can love bloom in the soil of madness? Or will their fragile bond crumble under the weight of secrets and desire?* **Disclaimer:** This is a work of fiction. Certain locales may mirror real-world inspirations, but all characters, events, and storylines are imagined. Resemblances to real individuals—past or present—are unintended and coincidental. --- **Author’s Note:** Hold your breath for a tale where obsession and salvation dance in the dark. Sometimes, the most dangerous flames are the hardest to resist… With gratitude, Yogy ✨

Seraphina Aelthwyn is trapped in a marriage that suffocates her. Her husband, Duke Alastair Everell, returns from war with a mistress, leaving her invisible. Once a ruthless assassin known as The Crimson Wraith, Seraphina has buried the painful truths of her past. But when Kael Veyrath, the Emperor of the Underworld, returns, everything shatters. His possessive gaze pierces through her, a longing and intensity she has never known. His presence stirs a fire inside her—one her husband could never ignite. Kael's return forces her to confront the dark, twisted love he once held over her, and the truths she’s fought to forget. Caught between a loveless marriage and the dangerous pull of Kael’s unyielding passion, Seraphina must choose: stay in the cage of her duty, or embrace the haunting love that threatens to consume her.

Logan Hayes is trouble himself. The kind of guy your parents warn you about. Tattoos decorating his skin. He walks like he owns the whole world. The entire campus was wrapped around his fingers. Harper Reed hated trouble. As the dean's perfect daughter, she had to live a perfect life and get perfect grades. Until a viral scandal ruins Harper's spotless reputation, and she has no other option but to make a deal with the devil himself—Logan. She has to fake date him to restore her image. But he only agrees because she claims she knows what no one else should.

Afo is a young and talented teenager who ends up being betrayed by his bestfriend after loosing two of his limbs to protect him. Now Afo is spirited away alongside his bestfriend to another planet thousands of light years away from earth, to a planet in an intense war between various races as if his life couldn't get worse he is accused of having murdered a fellow summoned and is exiled. Now Afo has but only one goal to survive long enough to get back to earth on this war plunged planet.

Five years ago, Lena Carter walked away from Damian Blackwood, leaving behind a love that burned too intensely. Now, with her business on the brink of collapse, she’s forced to seek help from the one man she swore never to see again.

A rare gem of traditional martial arts fiction, it features a pragmatic action style, intense and gripping scene choreography, brutal yet realistic depictions of human nature, and emotional conflicts interwoven with betrayal and friendship. Its meticulously crafted, tightly-knit dramatic structure and detective-like intricate plot make it a masterpiece worthy of being called 'immortal-grade' literature.

Under the starry sky of a prestigious school, glances meet—the beginning of an unexpected connection. In this sanctuary of appearances and secrets, a spark is born, fragile yet luminous, promising to shake carefully constructed lives. "The Way You Are" delves into the fleeting moment when two souls recognize each other—beyond words and masks. A first encounter that resonates like a silent promise, an intrigue where every exchange, every emotion, reveals a turbulent inner world. Their story begins with a simple crossing of paths, but the impact of that moment will echo far beyond this initial meeting. Immerse yourself in a narrative where the intensity of emotions and the beauty of shared moments lie at the heart of the story. "The Way You Are" is not just a love story; it is an exploration of invisible bonds and silent passions that shape our lives.

Leena never believed in fate—until he came for her. Morwan is dark, dangerous, and obsessed with her in a way she can’t explain. His touch awakens something deep inside her, something forbidden… something lost. But when King Valric steps back into her life, offering protection and a future, the war between past and present begins. Two powerful men. One heart caught in the storm. And a bond that should never have existed. Possessive romance | Intense longing | A love written in blood is this okay

After Jiraiya's death, Naruto undergoes intense training and awakens a mysterious new power. Thrust into unexpected leadership, his growing strength and resemblance to the Fourth Hokage draw global attention. As tensions rise, Naruto's rise sends shockwaves through the fragile ninja world. [naruto, Mei,Ino]

In the dystopic world of 2072 ravaged by a ruthless war, Mike is a cyberknight fighting for a regime which promises justice and reforms to a broken world. However, virtue is a fragile concept, especially for an empire built on lies. Eventually, corrupt minds filled with delusion and madness will reveal themselves. When the masks drop, will there still be peace or a future? Blessed are those who can dream, condemned are those who remain in reality. In the dark, resolve is the only path forward. This novel combines fantasy and sci-fi into a story you have never seen before. Give it a try and you will stay for the plot and the high-intensity actions.

_Witchcraft & Wolfblood_ Elijah's kiss deepened, his hands exploring Aria's curves. Her body responded, melting into his touch. Aria's thoughts blurred, overwhelmed by the intensity of Elijah's passion. Just as suddenly, Alpha Elijah broke away, his chest heaving. "You're mine, Aria," he declared. Aria's lips parted, her voice barely audible. "Yours?" Elijah's eyes burned with possessiveness. "Mine to protect, mine to keep safe." Aria's heart raced, unsure what to make of Elijah's claim. _Witchcraft & Wolfblood_ is a captivating tale of love, magic, and moonlight, where two sworn enemies must choose between loyalty, power, and their hearts.