The Alpha Pack Kidnaps Stiles

Two centuries after the Great War, peace between humans and werewolves was finally achieved, or so everyone believes. Werewolves reign like gods, and humans remain blissfully unaware of their true place in the new world order. To maintain this fragile balance, each year, a handful of "lucky" humans are selected from various districts to attend Lunaris Academy, a prestigious institution that promises glory, status, and a chance to mingle with the elite. Those chosen are hailed as the lucky few, destined to marry powerful alphas and rise as luna. This year, Violet Purple is among the chosen, much to everyone's surprise. For an orphaned girl adopted by a disgraced prostitute, this is a golden ticket to a better life or so she's told. But Lunaris Academy isn’t the paradise it’s painted to be. Everything Violet and her fellow humans have been taught is a lie. Humans are far from equal; they're pawns in a much larger game. The academy is nothing but a gilded cage, and the students are lambs led to slaughter, playthings for the alphas to toy with in their ruthless games. To make matters worse, Violet catches the attention of the most dangerous players in this game, the Terror Four: the Alpha of the North, Alpha of the South, Alpha of the East, and Alpha of the West. Each one is more dangerous, more twisted, and more powerful than the last. But even among themselves, the alphas are divided, each with their own deadly ambitions. Yet, they all have their eyes on her. They expect Violet to play along, to fall in line like the others who worship at their feet, to break under their games. But Violet isn’t like the others. She refuses to bow. She’ll defy them all. *********** With a grin that made her uneasy, he handed the application to her. “Approve this one.” Principal Jameson’s curiosity got the better of her as she took the paper from him, her eyes scanning the text. Almost immediately, her breath caught in her throat, her eyes widening in disbelief. “What the...?” “It’s perfect, isn’t it?” Asher’s voice was almost gleeful. Fucking psychopath! Jameson could hardly believe what she was reading. “Mr. Nightshade, with all due respect, this applicant….this girl just admitted to—” She couldn’t even finish the sentence, still horrified at the explicit nature of the application. Taking a deep breath, she continued, “I’m sorry, but I cannot approve this.” “She’s issued me a challenge,” Archer said, a dark gleam in his eyes. “What?” “‘Wait till you see me in bed,’” he repeated the bold line from the application, his grin widening. “And I can’t wait to find out.” “Mr. Nightshade—” He stood up, cutting off her protest as he fixed her with an intense stare. “Approve the application. I won’t ask again.” Without waiting for her response, Asher strode out of the office, confident she would follow his orders. He always got what he wanted. Archer Nightshade walked down the hall, a spring in his step. For the first time in a long while, he felt alive, his blood pulsing with excitement. The other Cardinal Alphas had no idea what he was up to, but it would soon hit them. He’d just set the game in motion. And the target was Violet Purple. It was game on. Note : This is not your average werewolf story. Eveything you think you know about werewolves would be challenged in this book. And yes, it is reverse harem. Do give the book a try.

In the brutal world of Humbra, young Neumond Leonard seeks vengeance for the massacre of his village. Haunted by loss and driven by rage, he embarks on a perilous journey, confronting monstrous creatures and a web of conspiracy that threatens to consume the realm. But in a land where even the gods seem to have abandoned hope, can vengeance truly bring redemption? Will Leo's uniqueness be enough to face the dangers of Humbra? In this tale of survival and despair, you will witness: A world teetering on the brink: Humbra, a realm scarred by war, where survival is a daily struggle and the future is uncertain. A hero consumed by vengeance: Leonard's quest for retribution is a dangerous path, one that threatens to consume him with the same darkness he seeks to destroy. A struggle against insurmountable odds: Leirions, monstrous creatures that stalk the land, while a web of conspiracy and betrayal tightens its grip on those in power. Dare to enter the world of Alpha Instinct, where the fight for survival is a relentless struggle against the encroaching darkness. But be warned: in Humbra, hope is a rare and precious commodity, and even the bravest hearts can be broken.

When mute omega healer Julian Carter's quiet life is disrupted by a mysteriously powerful newcomer to his werewolf pack, he never expects to find a kindred spirit in the gentle giant. Ethan Blackwell, a rare werewolf-fae hybrid on the run from his dark past, is immediately drawn to the silver-haired healer whose touch not only mends his wounds but also calms the storms that rage within him. As they forge an unspoken bond in Julian's moonlit greenhouse, their connection grows deeper than either thought possible. But their blossoming romance is threatened when Ethan's past catches up with them. A vengeful alpha who claims Ethan as his birthright will stop at nothing to possess the hybrid's unique powers. As danger closes in and pack politics threaten to tear them apart, Julian must find his voice to save the one he loves, while Ethan struggles to control his volatile abilities before they destroy everything - including the omega who has become his anchor. Together, they'll have to prove that an omega's gentle magic and an alpha's raw power can reshape their world, or risk losing each other forever.

"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?

“Did you perhaps think I would accept you, the runt of the pack as well as someone destined to bring us doom just because you are my mate? If you ever thought so, then you are incredibly naïve.” He said looking down at me condescendingly. “Then just reject me and let me leave the pack please.” I screamed, already at my wits end. “Oh little redhead, do squash whatever hopes you have of running away because, I, the Alpha of the Blue River pack promise that I will never reject you as long as I live. Instead I will make you suffer so much that you will lose whatever courage you have in you to bring doom.” He declared after he grabbed my face and made me look right into his obsidian eyes. Eyes that seem to see through my soul and uncover my deepest darkest desire. Arielle Hale, born on the lunar eclipse and dubbed a child destined to bring woe to the pack narrowly escapes death and is given a chance to live on. She is then brought up as the runt of the pack and abused till she had no will of her own. She has a plan though. Leave the pack on the day of the new Alpha’s coronation and never come back. Her plan is full proof but fate has other plans. Declared as the mate of the newly crowned Alpha, she has no choice but to stay on. Like other tales, there should be a rejection but this Alpha has other plans. Keep your friends closer and your enemies even closer. Lucinda’s world is plunged into a world of chaos, pain, pleasure and surprisingly love. It is soon revealed that the tale is not only Lucinda’s as another person lurks in the shadow. Follow the story of the Cursed Alpha’s Mate as this is not your usual tale but one of twists, turns and surprises.

Kaelos was destined to destroy Vark Slade, the ruthless vampire who slaughtered his parents and countless other werewolves. But when Kaelos crosses paths with Vark’s stunning daughter, he finds himself torn between his mission of revenge and the unexpected pull of love. Will Kaelos fulfill his destiny, or allow love to destroy the revenge?

Woven into the fabric of society, they amble earth just like humans do. You won’t see them unless they allow it. Even the full moon can't unveil their nature like it used to. They’ll fool you; those wolf shifters. They fooled the exceptionally intelligent Rosemary Reed. Cursed or… Perhaps blessed was the day the veil dropped before her eyes, and one single date with a charming stranger was all it took, thus shattering the illusion of reality she beheld through her human eyes. Left with no other choice in order to protect herself and her loved ones, Rose leaps headfirst in the abysses of a world that stood on its own axioms. Fortunately for her, she does not have to walk that path alone. From a complete stranger to far more than she ever wanted him to be, ‘til the flames of their forbidden love burned too bright to smother. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Updating once a week for now. -The novel does include some dark themes, violence, blood and sexual content- You may contact me on discord here: mavisruss

Delilah Rivers is an outcast in the Moonhaven Pack due to her mixed human-wolf heritage. Her inability to shift into a wolf and the shame of her mother’s forbidden union make her a constant target of ridicule. Alpha Rowan, her uncle, allows her to stay but treats her with disdain, while her cousin Theo oscillates between pity and resentment. Meanwhile, the werewolf packs are fractured after the royal Goldencrest Pack withdrew from governance decades ago. The Goldencrest Pack, made up of powerful Lycans, is the ruling class of werewolf society. Their absence allowed power-hungry alphas like Rowan to dominate, causing political strife and rogue attacks, and Prince Caspian, heir to Goldencrest, aims to restore unity. When Delilah gets humiliated and rejected by her mate, she decides that she's had enough with her pack and flees. Coincidentally, rogue activity threatens Moonhaven and Caspian gets word of it. He goes to intervene and finds Delilah being threatened by the rouges. At first, he mistakes her for one of them and takes her into his custody, believing that he can get information out of her. But he later realises that not only is she the neice of the Alpha of moonhaven, but she's also his mate, although she can't really sense the mate bond due to her being majorly human. At Goldencrest, Delilah is thrust into a world of power and intrigue. Her fiery spirit clashes with Caspian’s arrogance, masking a growing attraction between them. Caspian is unable to ignore the strings of the mate bond pulling him closer to Delilah, and she has this unexplained attraction towards him. She discovers that it's a new mating bond and she's scared to explore it, after getting rejected once by her mate. While Caspian tries to untangle the rogue issues, she decides to help in her own little way, tired of being seen as weak. This leads her to discover her uncle’s dark secrets: he orchestrated her parents’ deaths to prevent her dormant powers from threatening his rule. Theo is complicit, suppressing Delilah’s abilities to secure his own position in Moonhaven. Caspian and Delilah uncover a conspiracy behind the rogue attacks, led by Lucian, Caspian’s estranged brother. Exiled after a failed rebellion, Lucian seeks revenge and has allied with Rowan to overthrow Goldencrest. As Delilah’s dormant powers awaken, she becomes pivotal in the fight against the rogues. Her dual heritage grants her unique abilities, but it also fulfills a misunderstood prophecy about a half-human werewolf who will either unite or destroy the packs. Theo betrays Delilah, revealing her growing powers to Lucian. Feeling abandoned and doubting herself, Delilah questions her place in the werewolf world. Caspian, torn between love and duty, struggles to trust her. Eventually, they both give into their love and desires and they are fully mated under the moonlight. Things appear peaceful for a while but everything begins to tilt again. A massive rogue attack on Goldencrest forces the divided packs to unite. Delilah’s powers fully manifest, allowing her to shift into a wolf for the first time, but severing her connection to her human side. Her transformation astounds the packs, but it also alienates her from Caspian. During the battle, Delilah confronts Rowan, who reveals his plan to betray Lucian and seize control of the packs. Theo redeems himself by sacrificing his life to protect Delilah, confessing his envy of her strength. In a final confrontation, Delilah sacrifices her human side that she had come to embrace and love to defeat Lucian, fully embracing her wolf side and ensuring the survival of the packs. With Lucian defeated, Delilah and Caspian emerge as leaders of a united werewolf society. Delilah, the once weak and mistreated human is now a celebrated wolf for her bravery and her mating with Prince Caspian. She is able to recover her human side, and her life as the new werewolf queen with the now King Caspian by her side is brighter than her life has ever been.

In a world devastated by the Great War, where governments have collapsed and nations fight for dominance, the Novare Organization rises to govern the fractured lands. Tasked with maintaining order until a leader is chosen to ascend the legendary Mighty Chair, Novare holds the fragile balance of power in its hands. Yoto, a brilliant but physically weaker member of Commander Hataki’s elite squad, dreams of protecting his teammates, who have become his only family since his orphaned childhood. However, his resolve is shattered when his powers fail to awaken during the squad’s Awakening Ceremony, leaving him to grapple with despair and self-doubt. Everything changes when Yoto unexpectedly unlocks a mysterious and otherworldly power that defies human understanding. This development catches the attention of President Genta, the enigmatic and calculating leader of Novare, who seems to have an unsettling interest in Yoto’s potential. Unbeknownst to Yoto, a masked figure, an ally of Commander Hataki, has been silently protecting him from the shadows. As Yoto struggles to control his newfound abilities, he is drawn into a web of secrets surrounding the true cause of the Great War, the purpose of the Mighty Chair, and Genta’s ultimate ambitions. With forces beyond human comprehension in play, Yoto must confront his doubts, uncover the truth, and determine if Genta is a savior or a threat. As the line between mortals and gods blurs, Yoto’s awakening may hold the key to humanity’s survival—or its destruction.

To Sloane, she was a human girl who was cursed by the heavens. Death to her loved ones always seemed to follow her despite how innocent or antisocial she was. Her life had been filled with darkness ever since she was a child, and she never knew the reason why. After her encounter with the southern werewolf tribe's prince, Nathan, her life is further pulled into an inescapable abyss. She learns why her life had always been miserable and realises how much of her life had been built on lies. All her experiences while growing up as a child, had always led to life walking all over her. The more she learns, the more steps she takes which always led back to the words Nathan told her whenever she was discouraged "Turn your kindness into your greatest weapon" A fallen fighting to reclaim what she has lost. A naive girl turning into a decisive woman. That was who she was and who she slowly became. Her experiences with Nathan, became the stepping stone for her to become a powerful queen. She is the fallen alpha

A group of wolves, a gathering of witches, a trio of bears. An engaging narrative... Alpha Yona is struggling with his emotions towards Chhaya. He is hesitant to pursue a romantic connection with someone who is not his destined wolf partner. Despite his reservations, does he harbor romantic feelings for her? Cedric, Colton, and Connor are formidable bears with a significant issue involving the wolf pack. Both groups are attempting to eliminate the demons and are feeling irritated by the competition. Cedric is infatuated with Saturn, the leader of the coven, who is fixated on Alpha Yona. Can Saturn maintain focus to lead the witches effectively? Will Alpha Yona be able to navigate this complicated love triangle while maintaining order?

(Mature Content) "He's a monster.... a real menace of our world" In the grand Wisteria Kingdom, Prince Ryan stands as an outcast, a royal burden shrouded in the hatred of his people. He navigates a world where every gaze is laced with disgust and every word is a reminder of his unworthiness. Attempting to escape the confines of his reality, Ryan crosses paths with Jihoon, the prince of Alyssum—a radiant force who shatters his world and rebuilds it in ways he never imagined. In a world ruled by hierarchy and primal instincts, their bond is anything but simple. As their fates intertwine, Ryan is drawn into an unfamiliar whirlwind of emotions: yearning, jealousy, and the aching desire to belong. "We need to stop this. If we don't, the prophecy that has haunted our kingdom for generations..... I fear it could become reality-.....the destruction our ancestors feared most." As Ryan struggles with these strange emotions, which are blooming inside of him for Jihoon, an old evil rises-the legend of the long-feared Alphas, that which evokes hatred by the very people he's fighting. Hints of the past begin to become more defined and threaten to become reality. What will Ryan do as he learns that the true battle is not against his people, but the existence of himself: that which is destined to be the world's overthrow? . . . . . "He was destiny, my power. I wasn’t born for this world but only for him. He was my power and death. So I shall be only for him." -Smut -Omegaverse -Royal family -Kingdoms -Modern royal family Every 2 days after the next chapter will be uploaded.

The Dorack men are brutes who come from a long line of shapeshifters. They can no longer shift and have all but lost the instincts to mate. The men are presented with human wives in hopes of breeding. But DaThoren, the brute prince of Dorack, discovers the scent of not his new human bride but the slave girl covered in dirt at her feet. She is nothing more than a dog at their feet, but she seems to pull something from DaThoren, and soon he sinks more than just his fangs into her. "Do you think to trick me into breeding you, Pet?" Only one problem, shapeshifters can't pair mate with a human. Thus begins her story, for she was never just a dog, and she is far from being human. Only a dragon can carry the seed of another dragon.

Rio Hollar is a loving and crazy girl. Mayhem follows her everywhere and she always thinks she's not the problem. Before her 20th birthday she met Cole Valley, a white haired guy who seemed to have this strange air around him. She hate him at first glance and decided to distance herself from him, but certain situations have them almost always together. And soon their each others unhealthy obsession, but Cole still has a secret.

This starts with a girl who never knew her parents and was banned to speak about them when she was born later on was told her parents died but she didn't know they were alive and she met Zach who was looking for his mate and finally recognized her as his mate but one thing they didn't know was that the girl was very power ful she was giving the moon goddess power and power of the strongest few meal female wolf but people didn't know that they thought she was just an Omega as her grandmother said to avoid anybody from suspecting her to be the the blasphemy that happened by mistake so please interested please just come and read this story goes my first time let's see what happened unless he how she meet and how the Love story between her why she juggles finding her parents had let's see how it goes goodbye for now and I hope you enjoy the book goodbye

Falling in love and getting married to your childhood friend is one thing... Falling in love, getting married and realizing that the childhood friend who promised you heaven and earth would only ditch you when he found out you had an accident and will lose a leg. What would you do, when instead of loosing a leg, u began to use a wheelchair? What would you do when your husband brings in women to your matrimonial bed while you rely on your therapist to nurse you back to health? Find out in this thriller/romance novel coming soon!!

Andrew , kept near his parents since he was born , never had a chance to explore the world or feel freedom. His parents told him from a young age that the outside world is not safe but even his own house was not safe for him . He grew up in a continuous dominance of his family , his marriage was decided at a young age , his fiancee was a control freak too , so there was no sign of freedom for him . Until what everyone felt like being captured, made him feel his freedom. ................................................................................ Few days before his wedding with his fiancee, Tina , Andrew asked her to take him on a night drive before they got busy . But something unexpected happened to them . After stopping at a convenience store , many people surrounded them with guns, loud firing can be heard as they captured Andrew and Tina ran away before they caught her. Being the son of a rich business man who was involved in the underworld matter , the kidnapper feared and decided to take Andrew away and left him there before they got caught. And there he was left alone with one his kidnapper who will take him from his parents, but the kidnapper is a huge softy who tried to appear as a bad man . Andrew and him started to grow closer as their journey grew longer. * THE COVER CREDIT GOES TO IT'S OWNER.*

Blurb: Freya Kael has spent her life on the edges of the Whiteclaw Pack, orphaned and outsider with no claim to a name or power. Her life has been one of survival, with no family, friends, or purpose. That changes the day she learns her fated mate is none other than Finnick Logan the strong and feared Alpha of the Whiteclaw Pack. Freya’s heart swells with hope, but her world shatters when Finnick openly rejects her, calling her weak and unworthy of his name. Devastated and cast aside, Freya is forced into hiding. But Freya soon finds that her fate has much more in store. Alone and fragile, she finds she holds a secret power, one linked to a famous werewolf family long thought dead. This power could tip the balance of the werewolf world. With rival packs seeking her out and her powers getting stronger, Freya must decide whether to rise to this calling or let her hate for Finnick consume her. As secrets unravel, Finnick finds himself pulled back to Freya, haunted by his past choices and family betrayals. But with a rival pack threatening their survival and an old enemy reawakening, they may have to join despite the pain between them. Can Freya forgive the mate who destroyed her, and can Finnick redeem himself before he loses everything including Freya?

Liam always thought his first lover and best friend would turn out to be his mate. But after leaving him for two years, and the contact between them disappearing, he might just be a tad bit wrong. Author lemon sunflower (on Wattpad)

Liana has always been the outcast—a forgotten daughter living in the shadow of her perfect sister, scorned by her parents, and betrayed by her pack. Stripped of her position as Alpha heir and cast aside, her life takes a darker turn when she is forced into an unwanted bond with Kieran, a rogue cloaked in mystery and secrets. Kieran is not what he seems. Beneath his rugged exterior lies a powerful secret, one that could shatter everything Liana thought she knew about her world. Bound together by circumstances beyond their control, their initial hatred ignites into an undeniable, dangerous passion. As their fates intertwine, old wounds resurface, enemies plot in the shadows, and loyalty is tested. Liana must decide whether to trust Kieran or let her anger and betrayal consume her. But with everything at stake—her family, her pack, and her future—she must find the strength to rise, even if it means facing the darkest parts of herself. Can Liana reclaim her destiny, or will the weight of her past drag her under?

Astrid and Ryker were together in the pack. Ryker happened to be Astrid's cousin. Jealous of Astrid because she is a princess and the next Alpha. Kai is the son of Ani, the richest trader in the neighboring pack. Kai loves Astrid because she is his mate they both planned to marry but unfortunately Ryker who was Astrid's cousin then planned and kidnapped her into the wilderness where she was killed by an unrevealed enemy because he wanted to be the next Alpha of the pack. But Astrid was reborn with supernatural and lunar power with magic. Who later becomes the Alpha of the park? Would Astrid get revenge after she was reborn? After Ryker knew that Astrid was reborn, what did he do? Did Kai and Astrid later reunite? Characterization: Astrid FL: She was Build: slender, athletic Hair: Long, curly, golden blonde Eyes: Bright blue, almond-shaped Skin: Porcelain doll-like complexion Facial features: Heart-shaped face, high cheekbones, small nose.

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Exiled for three decades, Galaksi Montgomery returns to reclaim his birthright – leadership of the Black Shadow Pack – from his nemesis, Alejandro Osborne. Alejandro, consumed by a lust for power, orchestrated the murder of Galaksi's father and seeks to destabilize the werewolf world. By destabilizing the existing hierarchy, he can seize power and establish a new order, with himself as the sole ruler. Alejandro's ambition extends to his family. He raises his children with a twisted ideology, that black werewolves are cursed demons, deserving of eradication. Kezla, particularly, embraced this ideology, spending her youth hunting down any black werewolf she encountered. While Alejandro is also secretly pursuing forbidden relationships with his best friend’s wife and niece, manipulating events to consolidate his power. Galaksi and Kezla Osborne, Alejandro's enigmatic daughter, unexpectedly fall in love, wiht Kezla unaware of the intricate web of deceit and betrayal surrounding them. and without her knowledge that Galaksi is a Black Werewolf - but how come she couldn’t sensed it? The answer lay in his unique status: he was a Divine Black Werewolf, a rare and powerful variant that masked his scent from ordinary werewolves. With each encounter, Kezla found herself increasingly drawn to Galaksi's charm. His seductive allure proved irresistible, though she was unaware that it was all part of his calculated plan. Their love blossoms amidst a dangerous game of power, with Duncan Rolland, Kezla's childhood friend and a destined mate, caught in the crossfire. As secrets unravel and truths are exposed, a series of betrayals and tragic events unfold. Alejandro's reign of terror is finally ended, but not without devastating consequences. Kezla, torn between two powerful mates and burdened by the weight of her past, must navigate a path towards healing and forgiveness. Who will she choose?

Blurb Raven Blake, a tenacious corporate lawyer, takes on the biggest case of her career against Lycos International, a conglomerate tied to Silvergate’s deepest secrets. Unbeknownst to her, its enigmatic CEO, Killian Thorne, is the Alpha of a powerful werewolf pack. As their battle of wits escalates, Raven unravels shocking truths about her family, her city, and herself. Forced to navigate a world of ancient bloodlines, forbidden love, and betrayal, Raven must decide who she truly is—and what she’s willing to fight for.

Duke lost his family during the werewolf war and Seraphina became his light in the darkness. Duke is adamant about protecting Seraphina and reclaiming what was his by birth, even if he needs to risk his life by awakening the powerful beast that sleeps within him. Seraphina paid a heavy price in exchange to be with the love of her life. Others made that choice for her. She is determined to get stronger so that she can regain what's lost, and she swore to secure everything that's dear to her. Will she be able to fulfill that promise when the man she loves needs to risk his life if he wants to live? Join Seraphina and Duke as they uncover their pasts and build their future while fighting against the vicious creatures who see them as a threat. --- FL and ML are both strong, smart, and they would do anything for each other. Expect drama, mystery, and romance in a modern fantasy setting. If you are under age 18 or sensitive to adult content, I suggest you skip this novel. This is the second book in the series Amara, and you can read it independently. --- Book 1 in the Amara series, "Amara - Reunion", will give you a better understanding of the hardships Seraphina and Duke went through in order to be together. --- Connect with me and other fellow readers, and see additional photos. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedSonia.Novels Discord: https://discord.gg/cFaejHB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redsonia_novels/ --- I own the cover. --- Give my other novels a try!