China Mieville City

After five centuries of ruthless cultivation in a mystical realm, Lin Fan returns to the modern city he once called home—no longer the overlooked nobody, but a godlike force cloaked in mortal flesh. Those who mocked him, the lovers who scorned him, now tremble at his shadow. Power, wealth, and beauty bow unasked at his feet. Watch as this reborn titan rewrites the rules of both worlds: where celestial might meets urban chaos, and every enemy becomes a pawn in his game of thrones.

In the bustling streets of Lagos, we follow the journey of Emeka, a young and determined Lagos boy from a struggling family. Raised amidst societal pressures and economic hardship, Emeka faces personal struggles from a young age, especially with his father's alcoholism and abusive behavior towards his family.Despite the challenges, Emeka dreams of thriving in the city as an Igbo youth, aiming to carve out a name for himself that commands respect and awe. His interests lie in becoming physically stronger, mastering street fighting skills, and navigating the complexities of relationships with women.Emeka's closest ally is Ayo, a deadly cultist feared by many, who stands by Emeka's side through thick and thin. Along with other friends and a wise mentor, Emeka navigates the gritty streets of Lagos, facing adversities such as the gruesome death of his father and the gang rape of his sister by a group of cultists.The novel delves deep into the intricacies of romance, family ties, and friendship, all against the backdrop of a city teeming with danger and opportunity. With a mix of Pidgin English, Yoruba language, and standard English, the characters come to life, each with their unique struggles and aspirations.As Emeka and his companions confront rival gangs, societal injustices, and personal demons, they strive to rise above their circumstances and claim their place in the vibrant tapestry of Lagos life. "City's Edge: The Rise of Emeka" is a gripping tale of resilience, ambition, and the enduring power of brotherhood in the face of adversity.

After being expelled, the ace soldier Chen Feng returns to the city and inexplicably becomes the fiancé of a cold and aloof campus belle. His life as an extraordinary figure begins by stepping on arrogant second-generation heirs and embracing the goddess campus belle.

The invincible strongman who roams through the city by day and night, a supreme soldier king that moves across the urban landscape.

He emerged from Hell Tower, one of Earth's most mysterious four forbidden zones, known as the Infernal Black Emperor who strikes terror into the hearts of his enemies! He is also the master of the Yin Yang Divine Needles, instilling fear into the Western world as the Eastern Divine Physician, with the ability to save lives with his left hand and take them with his right! Upon returning to the city, he marries the beautiful CEO of the Eastern Group, only to face his father-in-law's regret at the doorstep. 'I excel at two things, saving lives and taking them; the ones I choose to save, not even the King of Hell dares to claim, and those I choose to kill, not even the Heavens can save!' —— Ye Xuan

Xiao Yi, an orphan raised by a disrespectful old man, possessed mysterious ancient martial arts and a unique skill in traditional Chinese medicine. At the age of twenty, he suddenly received the most baffling mission from the old man: to attend the renowned first-tier university, University Z, as a student, initiating his spectacular modern urban life. In the city, he began to write his own eternal legend...

[Urban Bestselling Epic about the War God] "Sign it, today you must divorce that loser, Ling Fan—you're not ashamed, but I can't even lift my head when I go out," my father-in-law emphatically tapped on the divorce agreement. Three days later, good son-in-law, you rise above the petty, I beg you, please don't leave my daughter... Three years of tempering, a work of craftsmanship, the legendary War God's ascension journey....

Santa Luz, the City of Light. A place where dreams come true, where nobodies become someone, and where anything is possible. Where Bounty Hunters can make a killing, literally, and where the skyline reaches the stars. The only issue with the place is that if you don't have money or the goddess of luck on your side, the most likely outcome is catching a bullet and bleeding out on the pavement. City of Light follows Badger, a bounty hunter trying to navigate living in Santa Luz, and the endless violence that comes with it. Follow his journey as he tries to stay alive and sane on his journey to the top of the food chain.

When an unknown virus strike the city.The city quickly goes on a lock down.But the virus was something more dangerous than it expected to be.It evolved into something more dangerous than ever expected.A Special Task Force was tasked to bring the city back to its Beautiful scenary and unique places once more...

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In a twist of fate, a modern-day young man finds himself thrust into a world unlike anything he’s ever known—the prehistoric age. Stripped of the conveniences of his former life, he must navigate a raw, untamed landscape teeming with danger, wonder, and primitive humanity. Armed with only his wits, fragmented memories of modern knowledge, and an unyielding will to survive, he struggles to adapt to his new reality. As he encounters early humans, their rudimentary ways of life challenge his understanding of survival, community, and progress. Torn between integrating into their world or using his knowledge to shape it, he walks a fine line between blending in and revolutionizing the dawn of civilization. But his presence comes with unforeseen consequences—sparking both awe and fear among those he meets. Faced with ferocious predators, harsh climates, and the mysteries of this ancient era, he begins to uncover the secrets of his reincarnation and the purpose behind his journey. Will he survive long enough to leave his mark on history, or will the brutal world of the past consume him before he gets the chance? A gripping tale of survival, ingenuity, and the search for meaning in a time before time.

Lydia, Catherine, and Cassie are the finest creations of Murfield Corp., genetically engineered assassins designed to execute high-stakes missions for the enigmatic Mr. Reynolds. However, when they stumble upon dark secrets about their past, their true purpose, and the sinister forces driving Murfield Corp., the trio must confront the harsh reality of their existence. As the truth spills out, Mr. Reynolds' grip on power begins to slip, and the assassins must decide where their loyalties lie.

The MC Chris lives In a world not unlike our own except for the fact that 80 percent of the world is a desolate nuclear wasteland and humanity has created domed cities they call the Strongholds. One day Chris wakes up to a voice in his head saying welcome to the nuclear survival system. His days consist of trying his best to survive in a world that is constantly trying to kill him

A 21st century American is transmigrated into ancient china as a two year old Chinese village boy, can this boy adapt to this cruel time period or will he be buried in history…. as the boy survives in this world he finds out that this is a world of martial arts and secrets that history has forgotten may come to light….. (please note that this story was originally supposed to be a fanfic but i couldn’t find the right world, so i created my own, hence the novel)

Synopsis of Love in the City of Light In the enchanting yet perilous streets of Paris, Love in the City of Light weaves a forbidden romance between Lucienne, a vampire haunted by her immortal past, and Damien, a brooding werewolf bound by duty to his pack. Their worlds have been at war for centuries, but a chance encounter in the moonlit alleys of the city ignites a connection neither can ignore. Initially wary of each other, they are drawn together by fate when a rogue vampire threatens to disrupt the fragile balance between their species. Forced into an uneasy alliance, they begin to see beyond the hatred that has long divided their kinds. As they battle external enemies, they fight an even greater war within themselves—the undeniable pull of their growing feelings. As Lucienne and Damien delve deeper into their forbidden bond, their love is met with hostility from all sides. Damien’s pack warns him against the dangers of entangling with a vampire, while Lucienne’s ties to the ancient vampire council threaten to entrap her in a fate she never chose. Secrets unravel, revealing a prophecy that could change everything—a prophecy that suggests their love may hold the key to ending the age-old conflict between vampires and werewolves. But love comes at a cost. Betrayal strikes when Damien’s secret is exposed, forcing him to flee, while Lucienne faces pressure to sever their bond forever. With danger closing in and sacrifices looming, they must decide if their love is worth defying their worlds or if destiny has already sealed their fate. A tale of passion, sacrifice, and the unbreakable power of love, Love in the City of Light explores whether two souls destined to be enemies can rewrite their fate under the Parisian moonlight.

Synopsis for The Lost City Eldarath In a world where magic and war intertwine, young scholar Alaric stumbles upon a forbidden book that whispers of Eldarath, a lost city brimming with ancient power. Ignoring the warnings of Seraphine, a mysterious witch who claims Eldarath is cursed, Alaric embarks on a perilous journey across Europe to uncover the city’s secrets. His quest draws the attention of the Guild of Shadows, a powerful order of wizards who have long sought Eldarath’s magic to tip the balance in the ongoing war between the supernatural and the mundane. But as Alaric pieces together the fragments of an ancient map, he realizes he is not the only one seeking Eldarath. Dark forces—rogue witches, treacherous warlocks, and a forgotten prophecy—loom over him at every turn. As Alaric and Seraphine navigate cursed forests, enchanted ruins, and betrayals that threaten to tear them apart, they uncover a devastating truth: Eldarath’s power is both salvation and ruin, capable of reshaping the world—or ending it. When the city’s long-slumbering inhabitants awaken, alliances are shattered, and a final battle for Eldarath’s fate begins. Torn between destiny and free will, Alaric must make an impossible choice. Will he claim Eldarath’s legacy and wield its magic, or will he sacrifice everything to prevent the chaos it could unleash? A tale of power, betrayal, and fate, The Lost City Eldarath is an epic fantasy where the line between hero and villain blurs, and the cost of magic is higher than anyone ever imagined.

Story Overview: Whispers of the Forgotten Realm is a dark, atmospheric horror fantasy romance set in an ancient, cursed kingdom. The story is about Aeliana, a young woman who learns of her link to an ancient power that the world has long since forgotten. The setting is rife with strange occurrences and supernatural events, the kingdom a land full of mystery and malevolent forces. Discovering her family's dark past, Aeliana also falls for a cursed, powerful creature, Darian, who is torn between the living and the dead. Their love is dangerous, fate-tied but endangered by the terrors that stalk their world As the curse that binds them threatens to tear them apart, they must face down not just the supernatural forces lurking in the shadows but also their own inner demons. In the pursuit of love and survival, Aeliana is confronted with the terrifying truth about where her power comes from.

Detective Alex Carter seeks solace in a quaint town, hoping to escape the shadows of his past. However, he quickly becomes embroiled in a chilling mystery when a body is discovered in the town square, and the residents are unable to recall any details from the previous night. As Alex delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a disturbing legend about a cursed artifact that erases memories. The townspeople's inability to remember their lives becomes increasingly unsettling as Alex himself begins to experience lapses in memory, reflecting the collective amnesia of the community. Teaming up with a local journalist, Alex learns about a secret society that has been manipulating memories for generations. As he races against time to expose their sinister motives, he confronts his own buried traumas and faces the reality of what it means to remember. When the society's ritual to strengthen their control goes awry, chaos ensues, forcing residents to confront their pasts. In a gripping climax, Alex must destroy the artifact that binds their memories and confront the leader of the society in a battle for the town's future.

On a dark and stormy night, Onu glances out the window, into the rain. He sees a mysterious figure watching him from across the street. Lightning cracks against the open sky and the figure disappears. Is he just paranoid, or was someone watching him? Recent arrival Onu has spent the last few months trekking from his home in the South to his new position in the North. Selected as the cultural liaison, he serves as the last hope of connection between these two regions, and these two regions are humanity's last societies. In the North, nothing is what it seems. Onu, however, has a few secrets of his own. Join Onu as he begins his perilous journey into the underbelly of his new home in the North.

The story ofThe Beast Within sounds really intriguing! High stakes, family secrets, and a mysterious system that makes the protagonist stronger the longer he survives—it’s got a lot of potential for intense action and emotional conflict. How far along are you with the plot? Are you focusing more on the thriller aspect or the fantasy world-building side of things.....

Welcome to Nashville! Aka the City of Bards! Set 5 years after the great change in which the world was forever altered by unknown energies and an odd pandemic, join the life of Bayani Catapang or B or BC to his friends a wannabe chef and food truck operator as he struggles to find his place in this new world.

"Is this a game, or did aliens make me time-travel?" "It's terrifying, people who die in the game actually die in the real world!" "Damn, the whole city is mine, and there are still things that can be brought from the game to the real world, it's just..." Song Jian aimlessly wandered through the empty city, accompanied only by mutated zombies and monsters. His only goal now was to survive in such a zombie-infested Doomsday City.

Are the legendary dragons merely myths, or do they exist in reality? Countless scientists and historians have debated this mystery for ages. Yet, the true story lies within an ordinary human—a seemingly mundane person who unknowingly bears the soul of the last dragon. This dragon once stood at the pinnacle of its kind, but on the fateful day of ascension millennia ago, it was left behind due to repeated failures. Its physical form was destroyed, and its soul was forced to inhabit a mortal body. Over countless years, it witnessed the rise and fall of human civilization, enduring endless cycles of reincarnation. With each life, it sought to reclaim its true form and break the chains of fate, but destiny’s grip only grew stronger. Now, with little time left, both the dragon’s life and the world’s future hang in the balance. An ancient dark power has awakened, compelling it to face the truth of its past failure: why was it the only dragon unable to ascend? The answer may lie within its forgotten memories and the significance of the mortal it never expected. This is a journey of loneliness that spans millennia, the final elegy of the last dragon.

*The Lost City of Eldarath* *Synopsis* Dr. Maria Rodriguez, a renowned archaeologist, has spent her entire career searching for the lost city of Eldarath, a fabled metropolis deep in the heart of the Amazon jungle. According to legend, Eldarath was an ancient city of gold, where the inhabitants possessed knowledge and wisdom that rivaled the gods. When Maria finally discovers the entrance to the lost city, she is met with a mixture of excitement and trepidation. As she ventures deeper into the ruins, she begins to uncover the secrets of Eldarath, including a powerful artifact that has been hidden away for centuries. However, Maria is not alone in her quest. A rival expedition, led by the ruthless treasure hunter, Marcus Blackwood, is also searching for the lost city and its treasures. As Maria navigates the treacherous jungle and the ancient ruins, she must also contend with Blackwood and his team, who will stop at nothing to claim the treasures of Eldarath for themselves. As Maria delves deeper into the heart of the lost city, she begins to realize that the secrets of Eldarath are far more profound than she ever could have imagined. The city holds the key to an ancient civilization that was far more advanced than anything she has ever seen before. But with this knowledge comes a great responsibility, and Maria must decide whether to uncover the secrets of Eldarath or to leave them buried forever.

A city that is named after an evil man who started a deadly nuclear war. The Vespers are an exceptionally wealthy family who owns their own little paradise in the middle of the ocean, a city ran by its own rules under its own ordinances. What draws people to this seafaring metropolis? The technology, the promise of a better future, a free university with the resources to even rival the Ivy Leagues, trade that touches every part of the world, a market without limit, and most importantly, absolute freedom from any governing body or restrictions of any kind. This, of course, does not stop public offices from forming to keep the peace: the police of Vesper City have tons of work to do, day and night. Heroes and villains alike operate in the city, one side hoping to keep it safe from the other side which wishes to wreak havoc and calamity on all the poor souls who live there.