Murder By The

Sebastian is called by many different names: lunatic, madman, crazy, and a monster.  
Pretending to be human is an effortless task; calculating and flirtatious is a mask he carries for centuries, playing with the lives of those around him as if they’re just a game. 
His closed heart never lets anyone in, keeping a distance from anyone except for his annoying family, who live and protect each other. Despite having a dysfunctional, crazy family yet being regarded with suspicion and dread, his heart longs for more.  
On that fateful night, he never thought it was possible for him to have another emotional connection.  
A young, feral boy carrying a hunter-knife is surrounded by blood, snow, and dead wolves in the forest. Why does his youthful body carry a grotesque canvas of scars like they tell a gruesome past? Why do his eyes carry a heavy burden that's too young for a human? Or is he a human in the first place? 
As he gets to know the bratty Atlas, who angers him and challenges him, test him to the limits. If it was anyone else, he would not hesitate sending them to their grave.  Soon, he would learn that Atlas carries a heavy, dark secret, where Sebastian had to look for an answer in Atlas's past and must decide if he's worth protecting.  ***
Flirtatious, heartless, and bored gong/seme/top protagonist x clingly, bratty, and ruthless shou 
Sebastian x Atlas 
Additionally tags: dark, mysterious, BL, age-difference, thriller, psychological, supernatural creatures, slow romance, murder, dub-con, tragic past, comedy, and horror

As the only child of her late Alpha father, Avery Jae was meant to inherit her family’s legacy. But on the day of her arranged marriage to Alpha Lucian, her world crumbles. Rejected, humiliated, and cast aside for her own cousin, Avery barely escapes with her life only to find out a much deeper secret. One that changes everything. When Avery awakens, she finds herself in a foreign land, caught by the ruthless guards of the Vehiron pack, led by the infamous Alpha Cain. Tall, broad and as dangerous as the army he commands. Alpha Cain has a reputation that sends chills down the spine of even the most dangerous warriors. Haunted by his dark past, he has vowed never to take a mate, yet the moment he lays eyes on Avery, everything changes. With a single word, Avery is bound to Cain—whether he wants it or not. In a world where betrayal runs deep, can Avery ever trust the alpha who might just be her worst enemy.

Ryo Tanaka, a struggling college student, works tirelessly at multiple part-time jobs to make ends meet. In a bid to earn some extra cash, he volunteers for a paid drug research study, unaware that it will alter the course of his life forever. The experiment takes a disastrous turn, leaving Ryo bedridden with a high fever for several days. But when he finally awakens, he finds himself in a world plunged into chaos. A deadly virus has ravaged the city, turning its inhabitants into ravenous, flesh-eating zombies. Streets once bustling with life now lay desolate, the remnants of civilization crumbling under the weight of the apocalypse.

"You don't deserve to be auctioned" The Don finally said, making me stop the struggle. "Thank you" I said, cleaning my watery eyes. "Get her ready for the ritual!" The Don ordered the big man who was currently still holding me. **** "Once marked by the Don, you do not own your life anymore as you become solely his" ~ Author. ******* The minute he set his eyes on her, he knew he had to make her suffer for the sins of her sister and so he MARKED HER. Jadelyn was being used as a collateral for her father's unpaid debt, landing her in the hands of the most ruthless young don - Romano Callamore. All Romano knew was that she had to pay for the sins of her wicked sister -his ex secret lover and that he did. Just when their love was about to blossom after so many tribulations; Jadelyn's sister reappears back with a child who looked exactly like Romano Callamore. Confusion sets in as Jadelyn doesn't know how to feel considering the fact that she was pregnant and also in love with with her sister's First Love. Jadelyn was torn between letting her beloved manipulative sister have a happy life without her- Jadelyn in the picture and becoming a second option. We can only know the answer to that if we read their story.

Wu Meng wakes up in a strange world with no memory of who he is or where he’s from. As he encounters powerful cultivators and glimpses the workings of an ancient beings, pieces of a forgotten past begin to emerge. But something feels wrong—wherever he goes, it’s as if he didn't exist before his amnesia. Could he be a stranger in this realm, brought here for reasons unknown? Or is there a deeper force at work, hiding him from those who might know his past? Perhaps the truth lies in Wu Meng’s greatest mystery: a power that allows him to disappear from the memories of others, the key to his forgotten identity… and the world’s only salvation against the impending doom. 5 chapters/week or 1 chapter every weekday

A girl who cannot hear, speak, or see endures constant bullying. Her life shifts when a mysterious, stranger rescues her, and together they set out on a perilous journey. Along the way, they face powerful foes, uncover dark secrets, and gain unexpected allies who shape their path. As the stranger’s empathy deepens into love, he begins to experience emotions for the first time. Will this journey change him, and can she break free from her curse and regain her senses? Their bond may hold the answers they seek.

She had just experienced the most humiliating rejection, unable to take the taunting anymore, she lashes out and runs into the woods to escape judgment. What she wasn't expecting was to run into the arms of drunk rogue wolves who wanted nothing but trouble. Fighting to survive and nearly losing the battle, she is saved by a handsome stranger who turns out to be her second mate. As the moon rises in all of its glory, they have a fiery night of passion, and by morning, he is gone. What happens when Melissa is accused of being a slut and then finds out that she is pregnant, and what happens when her stranger comes to save her but this time brings knowledge of who he was. An enemy. Her mate. How does she escape the same fate her parents had? She had a responsibility now, and that was to take care of her new family, and nothing was going to get in the way of that.

Lorian Aeloria has spent his life striving to live up to the legacy of his noble family. As the firstborn son, the weight of expectation has always been heavy on his shoulders. Despite lacking the magical prowess his family is known for, Lorian has devoted himself to mastering the sword, determined to prove his worth through sheer will and discipline. But no matter how hard he tries, Lorian remains overshadowed-by his sister's brilliance, by his father's disdain, and by a nagging sense that he will never be enough. The closer he gets to his sixteenth birthday, the more uncertain his future becomes, as old family secrets and hidden powers begin to surface. When a series of unexpected events shatters everything he thought he knew, Lorian is forced to question his place in the world and the very foundation of his family's legacy. As he grapples with newfound abilities and the harsh realities of a life far from the one he envisioned, Lorian must forge his own path-one that may lead him down a dark and dangerous road. In a world where power is everything, Lorian is determined to rise above his circumstances, even if it means embracing the darkness that lurk within.

When book editor Liriel stumbles upon a mysterious novel in a forgotten corner of an old library, she never expects it to draw her into a world beyond her own. As she flips through the book’s pages, Liriel finds herself inside the dark world of Ashwood— a kingdom haunted by shadows. Then, there’s the 'villain of story'—Lucian Aldric Vaelan, the enigmatic prince who seems to know more than he lets on, whose gaze lingers a moment too long, and whose touch is a dangerous promise. Under his watchful eye, Liriel is drawn deeper into a web of political intrigue and ancient curses, Where the more she explores, the more she realizes she may be entangled in a story that was never just a story. Caught between reality and the shadowed corridors of Ashwood’s court, Liriel must choose: stay close to Lucian and risk her heart, or find a way home before she loses herself in his world entirely. But Lucian has his own plans. And in a kingdom ruled by fear and power, no one escapes the Villain Prince unscathed.

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!

Loved by Logan Maverick, who is seven years younger than her, Grace finds it hard to accept his love—especially since she has been married before, while Logan is a rising model in the spotlight. However, as time passes and Logan’s persistence grows, her heart softens, and she begins to see him as her last hope. Insecurity constantly plagues her, particularly since Logan is a famous model with many fans and always pursued by paparazzi. She tries to distance herself multiple times, but Logan holds her back, even making their relationship public, leaving her with no way to escape. Yet, this only brings her waves of criticism from Logan’s fans and family, who mock her for her age and social status. On top of that, she must deal with Logan's childish, emotional, mischievous, and selfish behavior, making the relationship feel toxic. Will she be able to endure? Or will Logan keep holding on to her? Will his reckless behavior drive Grace away in the end?

When Liam Snow the one and only male Omegarian-alpha to ever exist, pretends to be a full alpha, only to be able to work in the packhouse, because omegas are not allowed to work there. Anastasia Rain, the most powerful true-blood female alpha to ever exist, the head alpha of Midnight pack, despises omegas and their scents, and that’s the reason why omegas are not allowed to work in the packhouse. The Midnight Pack is a werewolf pack that’s been led by female alphas for the last three centuries and has become one of the largest and most powerful packs out there. PLEASE READ ALL THE NOTES BELOW!!!. ______ Lovers to Enemies to Lovers MAJOR PLOT TWIST after more than 60 chapters in (RH) WomanxMan Dom female lead Dom/Sub(verse) male lead Omegaverse Mpreg (male-pregnancy) 150k-200k words

She was the sole daughter of the leader of the fox clan. After her mother’s death, she had been brought by with utmost care by her father and two brothers. Due to their overprotective nature, she had led a carefree life. Unknown to harshness of the outside world, she thought life is a fairy tale. But following an unexpected accident, everything had changed. She found herself married to the Cold Duke. As if life wasn’t chaotic enough, she had to leave her family due to a prophecy. He was the heir to the snake clan. Being the eldest among his siblings, he had to shoulder the responsibility as the heir of his household. Abused by his father, he wished to escape from this nightmare. When fate gave him a chance, he readily accepted it. Being married to her was like a dream come true. He just wished, he never woke up from this dream. *************************************************** When the worlds of two opposite souls collide, an enticing connection is formed between them. Will they realise their true feelings or let their past come between them? **The book cover doesn’t belong to me.**

"Pregnancy test... serological test for syphilis, hepatitis B, and HIV...huh!" Brain hurriedly scanned through the results of the report. As his shocked and confused brain slowly digested the result, the colour slowly drained from his face. His dilated pupil turned bloodshot as a tornado of fury rose from the pit of his stomach. "Lola!" Brian bellowed ferociously like an ear-deafening thunderclap. ***** Bound by the laws of loyalty, obligations and sacrifice, twenty-seven-year-old Lola Hart, a hardworking and devoted wife is forced to endure a childless marriage, a nagging husband and ungrateful in-laws. Just when she thought life couldn't get any worse, her monotonous life is flipped upside down, when her husband passes out in her arms on their fifth wedding anniversary celebration. Saddled with the sole responsibility of footing the hospital bills and saving her husband life, Lola is lured into a world of lies, deception, abuse, betrayal and humiliation. Amidst Lola's trials and temptations was an anonymous billionaire CEO, who was ready to move mountains just to put a smile on her face. What would happen when Lola discovers that her secret benefactor and admirer, was no other person than Richmond Gibson, her husband's boss? ******* Hello readers, Thanks for selecting this amazing book. This story is dear to my heart because it looks at some of the challenges married women face. The intriguing life of the FL will make you laugh. It will make you cry. It will make your angry and it will make you happy. Best of all, it will keep you on the edge of your seat. Please, support this book by voting massively with power stones and golden tickets, gifting, leaving comments and adding to your library collection.

Emma Steel has always harboured a passion for solving mysteries, a dream that her father, a retired police officer, never supported. He believed the world of detective work was too dangerous for his daughter. Despite his disapproval, Emma’s determination never wavered. She decided to carve her own path and established her own detective agency in the bustling city of London where she was born and raised, hoping to prove her father wrong. However, the reality of running a detective agency was far from the thrilling adventures she had imagined as Emma found herself struggling with mounting bills and a community that was slightly sceptical of a young woman in such a profession. Clients were few and those who did come often doubted her abilities. But Emma’s resolve was unshakeable. In a twist of fate, after solving a problem at the down town animal shelter, Emma’s life took an unexpected turn when she got paid for her help in the form of a small Pomeranian who she named Sherlock, after the famous detective, hoping that the little furball would bring her some luck. Little did she know, Sherlock possessed an uncanny knack for sniffing out clues and had a remarkable intelligence that would soon prove invaluable. One rainy afternoon, as Emma was contemplating the future of her struggling agency, she listened to a mysterious voicemail from a man calling himself Lord Baxter, who requested her services for a matter of utmost discretion. Intrigued and desperate for a breakthrough, Emma left also a voicemail, since Lord Baxter did not answer her call about her having accepted the job and travelled to Lord Baxter’s sprawling mansion. Upon her arrival, Emma was greeted by a scene straight out of a detective novel. The grand library was in disarray, and at the centre of the chaos lay a lifeless body. Lord Baxter, the man who hired and who promised her a big financial bonus if she would succeed, was laying in a pool of blood with a dagger sticking out of his back! With nobody else around to help she dials 911 and waits standing away from the body, not wanting to disturb the crime scene, not hearing footsteps approaching until it was too late. In the door opening appears a dashing and brooding looking man who introduces himself as the Duke of Wessex, the brother of Lord Baxter. The Duke who is in utter shock to find his brother dead is even more surprised as he sees a strange but very attractive young woman with a cute dog standing further away from his brother’s body. Emma and Sherlock started to get to work, delving into the secrets of the Wessex family. Along the way they discover a web of hidden motives, and long-buried family secrets. Each clue they uncovered brought them closer to the truth, but also deeper into danger. The mansion, with its hidden passages and eerie atmosphere, became both a puzzle and a trap. As Emma navigated the treacherous waters of the investigation, she found herself facing not only professional challenges but also personal ones. Her growing feelings for the Duke were a distraction she couldn’t afford, yet she couldn’t deny the connection between them as he started to help her. But on the other side, the Duke, had his own burdens and secrets, secrets that started to intertwine with Emma´s own family! But then there was Sherlock, with his sharp instincts and his unwavering loyalty to Emma. Together, they slowly pieced together the puzzle, but while they were in the process of of revealing the shocking truth all hell breaks loose as Sherlock is been kidnapped! With threatening letters, demanding her to stop or else Sherlock would die, Emma has to put all her detective skills and instincts together to find him before its too late together with the help of the Duke who during their time together has fallen hard for the sassy detective. Can they save Emma´s beloved furry friend & uncover the true identity of Lord Baxter´s murderer before it was too late?

In the quiet town of Berryville, a chilling presence lurks in the shadows. A cunning serial killer is on the loose, leaving a trail of terror and death in his wake. But his twisted game doesn’t end with the murders. He taunts the police, calling them with cryptic messages and tormenting them with details of his latest victims.

Eighteen-year-old Trinity is unlike any other werewolf in her pack. For one, there were unusual circumstances surrounding her birth, for another, she is the only pack member to never shift into a wolf form. So now she doesn't quite belong anywhere. Not quite human and not quite wolf. She thought she would be able to live her life how she wanted when she had turned eighteen. Go to college, make some friends, have some fun. But what is she to do when the dangerously sexy Alpha literally falls right into her lap? "I am not human, and I am not a wolf. I don't belong anywhere..." "...we both know that no one is going to mate with me, and even if they did, they would just reject me anyway." What is the sexy, brooding Alpha going to do? The elders are making him hold these ridiculous parties to search for a mate. He doesn't want a mate, but he knows he needs a mate to finish the Alpha Circle. Without a mate, a Luna for the pack, his people would suffer. And what is he going to do when he stumbles across the girl that fate has chosen for him and he finds out she has no wolf? "This cannot be!" I roared. "There is no way that I can mate with a girl that does not even have a wolf. She will be too weak. She will be inferior. She will not be strong enough to be a Luna." "I simply could not accept her as my mate. Not fully. It wasn't safe for her. She would get herself killed. And she would bring my pack down with her." When these two meet, sparks will surely fly. But will it be from passion, or their constant fighting? Neither of them wanted a mate. Neither of them wants the mate that fate chose for them. And neither of them can make that mate bond go away. What are they going to do now that they're literally stuck with each other? ***Rating Warning*** Adult Language Violence Strong Sexual Content THIS BOOK IS UNDERDER AN EXCLUSIVE CONTRACT AND IT IS NOT TO BE POSTED OR PUBLISHED ANYWHERE ELSE. Follow me to find my other books or ask me question, thanks for reading!!! FOLLOW ME AND LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK https://discord.gg/8wrYgHqemB https://twitter.com/DCinMI https://www.facebook.com/deni.chance.71 https://www.instagram.com/dcinmi87/ ***COVER ART IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF THE AUTHOR AND WAS ILLUSTRATED BY VICTORIA DAYEN OF MSPUGLUVER'S ART***

Being one of the few hunters at the top, the S-ranked Marksman Hunter "Ace" had it all. A strong sense of combat, wealth, fame, and a bright future ahead of him. Yet, despite it all, he felt nothing at all to his feats. He was just content with his life, not wanting anything else. Having risen to unimaginable heights through battling many gates over the years, his glory was renowned throughout the world and was said to be one of the few hunters that would pave the path to a brighter future for their generation. Yet, that was all thrown out of the window. Almost a decade after The Great Awakening which shook the entirety of Terra, the Hunter "Ace" stood before many people as he announced something that no one could've ever imagined. "Today, I will be announcing my retirement." Yes. That day marked the end of one Hunter's journey. Though, it was not out of his own free will. [ Hunter "Jace"—class change will now begin. ] It was all because of a fateful notification he had received. [ You are now classified as a Synergist. ] ——————————————————— Official Discord Server: https://discord.gg/FdH8CET I do not own the cover art. Lettering: Hesreth

Morgana runs away from her despicable mate and spends a day with a stranger. They sexually bond but the next morning, he is nowhere to be found and Morgana is later captured by her mate who was ever ready to punish and torture her.  What she didn't know was that she had kissed a Lycan King and he made her Luna of his park, the Royal blue Park and had chosen her as his mate. When he rescues her later, he takes her to his park but life in the Royal blue park wasn't as she expected.  As Morgana deals with a new park problem, finding out about the Lycan king's past marriage and enemies, she finds out that she's different from other werewolves. Will the Lycan king protect her when she finds she was pregnant on her own too or will she have to compete for his  attention? Will she navigate this challenge and hopefully finally do the impossible- uniting the werewolves, the Lycans and Vampires.

He grabbed her hand and turned her to him. She tried struggling but his hold was firm, " you are mine Audrey, whether you like it or not, you are mine" He groaned the words to her. " no I'm not" That only made him chuckle and then carried her to his desk. Acting like a caveman possessed, he moved all things on his desk to the floor violently. " You shall serve your husband as you should, right on this desk" He said and smirked before pecking her on the cheek. Audrey had goosebumps from his touch but she could not summit so willingly like she craved him. " Aiden, stop" her words came out like a whisper but he heard her. " No man on earth can stop me from having you little Audrey " With that, he started ravishing her right on his desk.

Long-distance relationships never work for her since she is the clingy sort, spoilt, and enjoys her lover's undivided attention. Additionally, she tends to be flirtatious, although her intentions have never been honest. She has a way of intriguing people and then leaving them once they develop stronger feelings for her. Since she travels a lot for her job as an air hostess, most of her past relationships find it difficult to be apart from her. That all changed when she encountered someone who was just as formidable. The most ignorant woman on earth, yet the most passionate lover. She's determined to make things work this time. Regardless of the distance, that woman belongs to her.

Nothing is ever as it seems This accounts to the series of events caused by the mysterious death of a member of the HARGRAVE family

Claudia Mike's life seemed all perfect until her father decided to give her and her twin sister Clara out in marriage, to seal up a deal with an old friend he owed. Admist the hurdles, Vivian, her mother was brutally killed and her sister was led astray making Claudia vow to return in folds what they had done to her. She got caught in between and either had to fight for love or revenge. Will Claudia be able to navigate this rough path of her life and get the revenge she'd so much wanted? or will she get pulled into the ocean of love?

Humans are filled with desires. The more they have, the more they crave for more. Ever since the dawn of mankind, human have thrived and climbed up the food chain, reigning as the true king of the world. But, what if that's not what the creator of the world had planned? What if they take matters into their own hand, putting humans to where they belong.

Aideen Ruan, though a royal princess, was always unwanted due to the circumstances of her birth. Born blind to a hostage concubine, she possessed an intriguing beauty; however, her disability rendered her utterly useless to the royal family. Even when the struggling Count Crueder reluctantly agreed to take Aideen as his wife to secure the royal dowry, her life failed to improve. A year into their marriage, Aideen's inability to produce an heir sealed her fate. The princess was destined for exile to the Temple, consigned to spend the remainder of her days in isolation and abandonment. Contrary to her anticipations, instead of the Temple, Aideen found herself within the cold walls of Duke Tillian Valentine's castle. Duke Valentine, the last scion of the once-revered Valentine family that ruled the Kingdom before the "Fratricide Rebellion", now presided over the desolate Northern lands. Faced with fear and confusion, Aideen expected her life to perpetuate its cycle of misery, only to discover that Duke Valentine might hold the key to a new opportunity, a chance at a life she had never envisioned. "You bewitched my body and soul. Put an intoxicating spell on me, shackled my heart to yours with your magic. If I could exchange my eyesight with you, I would do it just to make you see what a man dying from love looks like."

After struggling with depression and getting a chance to start a new life, Tyler sees that the world isn't so bad.

“I want you to take that gun in your hand and put a bullet right into her skull to prove your loyalty,” Carusso ordered his son. I stood there with hopes bigger than my doubts that Luciano would shoot me to prove his utmost loyalty to his father. I was wrong. I watched Luciano take his gun, release the safety, and aim the gun at me. The last thing I heard was him saying “I’m sorry” to my face before I heard the gunshot. ~~ Jasmine never believed what they said about Luciano D’Angelo being the most feared man in an entire city; the stories were simply too far-fetched to be true. Her disbelief starts to clear when she is introduced to Luciano and applies for a job under him, where she is tempted to sign a contract which pulls her into the diabolical world of the mafia, where everything is a game of life, death, and money. As Jasmine finds her way around this strange world, she realizes that most people would prefer to be on the Capo’s side than against him. She also realizes that the entire strategy is a total lie, as the being on the side of the Capo know – even when he trusts you completely – will only take you through one path alone; the road to death and not coming back from it.

"I told you not to touch me," Audrey said. "In front of people," He reminded her. Audrey could feel the smirk in his voice. ~~~ Audrey's seventeen years in the Grey Blood pack were like a caged animal. She lived each day dreading the next unexpected thing the Alpha could punish her for. Audrey tried hard to understand the mysterious dream she'd been having, but nothing made sense to her, she was lost. She wished to be freed from the Grey Blood pack, but she lost all hope of survival when she found herself locked and chained in the cold dark dungeon. She hated him, she cursed him as her blood drained from her. She was happy to die and go away from that monster-alpha. Audrey awoke in a magical world where she learned everything about herself, she cultivated herself to become the strongest wolf and witch alive. One item though, led her back to the last place she wanted to be. Alpha Aloha Lake ruled the Grey Blood pack, the largest and strongest pack in the States. He was known to be brutal, even the mafia feared him. Nothing or anyone bothered him, except one; the damned bitch Audrey. He hated her, and he would make her pay for her mother's sins. But he could not kill her...yet. Alpha Lake emotionlessly stared at Audrey's bleeding body that lay on the cold dungeon floor, he ordered his beta to dispose of her without a second thought. One year later the enemies met again. Will hatred be the only emotion they share? Could they resist the fatal attraction they felt for each other?

Darren just turned 23, and heard news from his boyfriend that he was not gay anymore. Deciding to take a walk along field he knew well, but got attacked by a hit by a car and attacked by a serial killer.