London Gothic

In The Dairy of a One-Legged Prostitute, we meet Lila, a one-legged prostitute navigating the chaotic streets of London with humor and resilience. Living a double life, she balances her profession with personal challenges, using wit as her armor against societal judgment. Lila’s world is a blend of unexpected encounters, from nervous clients like Mr. Henderson—a timid accountant seeking an escape—to heartfelt moments with her best friend Simon, who provides unwavering support amidst her unconventional lifestyle. As she shares her experiences through candid fourth wall breaks, readers are drawn into her unique perspective on intimacy, connection, and self-acceptance. As romantic entanglements complicate her life further, Lila grapples with questions about love, identity, and societal expectations. With each client encounter and heartfelt conversation with Simon, she navigates the complexities of relationships while confronting the stigma surrounding her profession. When a crisis forces Lila to reevaluate her choices, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery that challenges everything she thought she knew about herself and what it means to be loved. Through laughter and tears, The Tri-ped Diaries explores themes of resilience, empowerment, and the search for genuine connection in a world filled with secrets. Ultimately, this humorous yet poignant tale invites readers to embrace their authentic selves while celebrating the beauty found within life’s imperfections.

In the shadow of London’s skyline, Evelyn, a gifted painter, feels her world shrinking as her husband, James, becomes consumed by his high-profile law career. When James invites his magnetic cousin, Lucas, an art curator, into their home to ease Evelyn’s growing isolation, the remedy sparks unexpected desires. Lucas ignites Evelyn’s dormant passion for art, offering her a chance to exhibit at the Tate Modern. As they explore London’s vibrant art scene, their connection deepens, blurring the lines of loyalty and stirring emotions Evelyn thought long buried. The exhibition looms, promising a creative rebirth but also forcing Evelyn to confront the emotional chasm between her and James. James, sensing his wife slipping away, struggles to balance his career ambitions with his longing for intimacy, setting the stage for a heart-wrenching conflict. With the opening night approaching, Evelyn must choose between the comfort of her familiar life and the exhilarating pull of newfound passion. Will she find the courage to redefine her marriage, or will the whispers of the Thames guide her towards a new beginning? In a city of art and secrets, Evelyn’s journey becomes a canvas where love, loyalty, and self-discovery collide.

Marisol never imagined she was anything more than an ordinary, broken girl—until her life fell apart. A family that neglected her, the destruction of her beloved stuffed doll, and a spiraling series of tragedies reveal a darker truth: she is a dark seed, an unwitting fragment of a malevolent force known as the Core. Destined to bring chaos and destruction, she is caught between the pull of her own darkness and the world’s desperate attempts to erase her existence. When Eri, a Gothic Lolita demon born from the Core’s influence, emerges from the shadows to protect her, Marisol embarks on a harrowing journey of survival. Hunted by cultists who worship the Core, pursued by a determined scientist seeking to harness her powers for salvation, and haunted by her growing connection to a cosmic battle between light and dark, Marisol must uncover the truth of her existence. Guided by Aiden, a detective whose unwavering belief in her challenges her darkest instincts, Marisol resists the whispers of the Core. But every step closer to freedom pulls her deeper into the eternal conflict between Sylva, the guardian of the Tree of Life, and the Core’s remnants. As the lines between hero and villain blur, Marisol faces an impossible choice: to surrender to the Core’s influence or carve her own path at a devastating cost.

A one-night stand, and afterwards, her life comes crashing down. Kahlan thought she’d left her past behind—until one unforgettable night with Aldrich Maximus, the brooding rugby gang leader of high school, changes everything. But just as sparks ignite, her world shatters. Rushed to London to save her dying billionaire father, she’s forced into a chilling contract: marry Emiliano, her father’s ruthless business partner’s son, or lose everything. Kahlan becomes trapped in a gilded cage with a man who treats her as nothing more than a maid and then, she dares to escape—only to discover Aldrich, the man she yearns for, is now married to her best friend with a son. And somehow, Aldrich despises everything about her. Her life is slipping through her fingers. Can Kahlan fight to reclaim what was stolen—or will she be pulled back into a world of betrayal, heartbreak, and danger?

Jace Holloway was destined for greatness. A track prodigy from North London, he was on the path to becoming one of the UK’s top young sprinters—until a devastating knee injury shattered his dreams. Though he could still run, he would never reach the world-class speeds that once made him unstoppable. Lost and uncertain about his future, Jace drifts through his days at Harrow Sixth Form College, haunted by what could have been. When his best mate, Marcus, suggests he try football, Jace is sceptical. He has never played seriously, and the game requires more than just raw pace. But something about the sport intrigues him. At first, he only watches from the sidelines, attending the school team’s tryouts without committing. The game is different from the track—unpredictable, tactical, demanding. Yet, the more he observes, the more he wonders: Can speed still be his weapon? Can football give him a second shot at greatness? Jace faces a new challenge—learning the game from scratch, proving himself against skilled players, and overcoming his lingering doubts. But if he can harness his speed in a new way, he might just find a new dream waiting for him on the pitch.

London, 1820 A kingdom shrouded in darkness. A bloodline cursed by power. A legacy of silver and shadows. Centuries ago, a king's insatiable thirst for power turned him into a monster—a vampire. His dark transformation left a curse upon his descendants: the Silver Blood, a gift and a torment. Silver Blood turns any weapon they wield into a force capable of slaying vampires—and according to ancient legend, holds the power to restore vampires to humanity. But no one knows if this power is salvation… or damnation. Maverick Crus Beecham, or Marx, is no stranger to the shadows. As the most skilled of the kingdom’s Special Soldier Night Guards, Marx has dedicated his life to protecting the realm. Yet when his stern uncle, Lawrence Beecham, unexpectedly sends him away for three months to inherit his title as Earl, Marx’s world takes an unforeseen turn. Enter Cherie, a mysterious and charismatic nobleman who exudes charm as easily as breathing. Their fateful meeting throws Marx into a whirlwind of intrigue, danger, and unspoken secrets. Despite their clashing personalities—Marx’s stoic discipline against Cherie’s playful magnetism—they are drawn together by a shared purpose, an enigmatic mission, and Cherie’s declaration of a "date" that feels more like destiny. “We should go through all of the ups and down, for better, for worse, until we are part by death” A tale of cursed bloodlines, enduring secrets, and unexpected romance, Sovereign of Silver Blood is a gothic adventure romance.

In Victorian London's shadowy streets, Inspector Jameson, haunted by his past, investigates a series of gruesome murders linked to werewolf legends. His quest leads him to Elizabeth Hart, a reclusive scientist studying lycanthropy, who believes the condition is a genetic mutation. Together, they uncover a conspiracy involving an underground society of shape-shifters and a high-ranking official's plan to create an army of super soldiers. A shocking revelation about Jameson's heritage and the society's intentions sets the stage for a heart-pounding finale.

The promising surgery professor 'Sung Joo-hyuk' is reborn as a boy named 'Kim Tae-pyeong' in the 19th-century rural village of Upton, England, with all his past memories intact. There, he once again nurtures his dream of becoming a doctor, but what Tae-pyeong encounters is the harsh reality of London's medical world, where even proper sterilization is not practiced.... Overcoming all kinds of racial discrimination, Tae-pyeong demonstrates his ingenuity as a mysterious doctor from the East. You can support me at patreon.com/wizard_kitten

Lucien Voss was just another 16-year-old nobody in London—bullied, broke, and invisible—until fate threw him a wild card. On a trip to Norway, he stumbles into the “Shadow Sanctum,” an ancient ruin humming with dark power, and inherits the “Shadow Heart,” unlocking the magic of shadows. With a mysterious system guiding him, Lucien transforms from a high school loser into a force to be reckoned with, ready to take on the world.

Magnus Caffeine wasn’t always the Demon King. One day, he just woke up in a dark, gothic castle, surrounded by kneeling demons, with a cup of suspiciously bitter tea in his hand. Apparently, he’s in another world now—one with dragons, magic, and absolute chaos. But honestly? He’s not interested in world domination. He just wants to chill. Unfortunately, being an all-powerful Demon King comes with responsibilities, annoying subordinates, and heroic idiots who won’t leave him alone. Between dodging war declarations and dealing with demons who expect him to be some ruthless tyrant, Magnus has one simple goal: Drinking tea and lazing around. But with old memories creeping in, mysterious voices in his head, and an entire world expecting him to be either their savior or destroyer… will he really get to enjoy his coffee break?

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What would happen if you put 150 students together in a school-like system and had them compete in various challenges to earn points to try and become number one? The outcome has been pretty bland for the past few years at Astral Academy, and the results are not what the higher-ups who run it want, until now. New students have enrolled and will change everything. New faces with clashing personalities will compete against each other to get the reward that first place offers. Five different classes with thirty different students in each class. Who will come out on top? Malakai, who came from London to compete in this academy? Maria, the daughter of a famous actress? Alexander, who has got everything he has ever wanted? Ryan, who can get anything he wants? Isabella, who has never had to try for anything she's done. Dillon, who wants everything everyone else has? Adam, who wants to prove a point? Too many names but only one top spot. Will they be entertaining? I post chapters every Saturday.

Ethan Sage, a 12 year old boy in London, England, wakes up one day to go to school and ends up introduced to a world of dangerous gods and monsters. With doubts plaguing his mind and dark venom tainting his blood, what will he do when the end of the world is blamed solely on him? Will he do the right thing, or will he let the dark ink of envy bleeding into his heart cloud his judgement and decide to give them a taste of their own bitter medicine?

A sprawling steampunk world where massive airships rule the skies, mechanical monstrosities lurk in the shadows, and society is divided between the wealthy elite in their sky-high cities and the lawless rebels fighting below. The world is teetering on the edge of chaos, with powerful steam-driven empires, secret societies, and supernatural horrors vying for control. Protagonist: Lucien "Drake" Graves, a daring, quick-witted rogue with a talent for improvisation, thievery, and smooth talking. He captains the Storm Reaper, a half-wrecked but extremely fast airship, and takes on dangerous jobs to survive. Beneath his carefree attitude, he’s hunting for the truth behind a mysterious artifact linked to his past—one that many factions want to claim, kill for, or hide forever. The Harem (Love Interests): 1. The Ice-Cold Engineer (Lady Evelyn Blackthorne) – A genius inventor from the Empire, cold and logical on the outside but harboring a secret desire for adventure—and possibly Lucien. 2. The Explosive Sky Pirate (Captain Rosalind "Rosie" Kane) – A flirty, gun-slinging air pirate with a love for mayhem and treasure. She teases Lucien mercilessly but secretly wants to keep him for herself. 3. The Mysterious Masked Assassin (Selene "The Phantom") – A deadly operative hunting Lucien for reasons unknown. Dark, alluring, and dangerous. 4. The Cheerful Mad Alchemist (Professor Valeria Steinbeck) – A brilliant but utterly chaotic scientist who loves dangerous experiments. She thinks Lucien is the perfect test subject—and maybe more. 5. The Noblewoman-Turned-Thief (Marion Sinclair) – A former high-society lady turned skilled rogue. She’s charming, sophisticated, and always one step ahead. 6. The Gothic Automaton (Clockwork Victoria) – A sentient mechanical woman with a tragic past. She struggles with emotions but feels a strange connection to Lucien. Plot: Lucien stumbles upon a forbidden artifact—an eerie, pulsating crystal heart that whispers dark secrets. This artifact holds the key to a long-buried conspiracy, an ancient war between humanity and an unseen horror lurking beneath the earth. As factions clash, monsters awaken, and betrayals unfold, Lucien must navigate a world of airship battles, deadly duels, mechanical horrors, and seductive encounters while keeping himself (and his increasingly jealous harem) alive. Meanwhile, a secret cult—known as The Crimson Hand—is hunting him, believing he is the "Chosen One" meant to either save the world or destroy it. And worst of all, some of his lovers might be hiding their own agendas…

Genre:Horror,Gothic,Urban Sumary:Set in late 60s,The new post man,27 year old,got a new job in a different town,the people in it was very generous and loving,but,something feel very odd about it

Daxton Vice returns from London on a business trip to find his older brother unexpectedly insane. Apparently, he’d missed a series of incidents that led to his brothers predicament. He meets his brothers almost-wife, and is captivated by her. Like every man, he falls for her after a few months. Because of the strong bond and love he shares with his brother, he visits him frequently in the mental asylum, and realizes that his brother always has minor lucid, yet fragmented moments. After months of visitation, he puts two and two together, discovering that all was not as it seemed. Events that had occurred naturally in the eyes of all, were exactly the opposite. A new emotion arises in him, and he’s forced to play a game of life. With the odds stacked against him, he vows to bring the truth to light and give his brother the justice he believes he deserves. Only he doesn’t know that his competitor is as deadly as a snake’s venom and far more dangerous than he could ever imagine. Gwenever Welch was a woman no man should ever want to meet.

Powei is twenty years old, she was born and raised in a Christian household family of four. She has three older brothers and she's the last born. It's her final year in university studying mass communication at a private university and it's the end of the first semester which means Christmas is approaching. Powei doesn't want to go home to her family but she can't stay in school either because it would be closed. Having no other choice, Powei goes home for the holidays and it's just her immediate older brother who's going to be home for the holidays with her. The first son, Tamuno, is happily married and lives in London with his family. The second son, Deinyefa is currently preparing for his bar finals in the law school so he doesn't want to come home and her parents excused her. Which leaves her and Tari home for Christmas. Things take a surprising turn when their mother insists that they would be spending Christmas at her older sister's family home this time since their father wouldn't be home for Christmas. Powei isn't surprised by this because her father is never around for anything that has to do with celebrations. All he does is send money. Powei feels like the change of environment could be great for her and she's excited to visit her aunty. Donald Ebiowei (22) doesn't understand why his parents insist that they have to fly in to Nigeria for the Christmas holidays this year. Since they arrived in the United States more than twenty years ago when he was just a kid, their entire life has been here. This year, his parents insist that they spend Christmas at their family home in Nigeria. Donald and his family of four eventually fly into Nigeria and this sets the pace for unprecedented activities in his life. Donald thought Christmas would be completely uneventful but meeting Powei changed everything for him. But it gets even more intriguing when Powei and Donald's relationship stirs up drama in the family. There's a history of betrayal between both families and for decades, both families swore to never be as close as they used to be. Would the two eventually overcome the family history between them? Or would they let the past affect their present. Or, would they just live in the moment and enjoy Christmas.

Sebagai suami, Alan adalah pria sempurna, tetapi sikap friendly-nya membuat Valeria menyerah pada pernikahan mereka. Guna menata hatinya yang hancur, Valeria pun pergi ke London. Namun mendadak, Valeria harus kembali ke Indonesia untuk membantu ayahnya menyelesaikan masalah perusahaan. Di tengah kesulitan itu, Valeria bertemu dengan Alan yang menawarkan bantuan asal ia mau menjadi kekasih gelap sang mantan suami. Lantas, bagaimana nasib Valeria? Ikuti ceritanya hanya di Menggoda Mantan Istri. Original no plagiat guys. Ig: @mela_ir fb:kayko kayko

In the shadowy streets of 19th-century London, Elias Gray is just another orphan struggling to survive. But when a brutal murder leads him to a rare and mysterious Crystal, his life changes forever. This ancient relic grants him powers that could reshape the world—but the cost is high, and control doesn’t come easy.

Even seemingly quiet lives hold deep, dramatic stories Adelani has always been the kind of woman people overlook-a quiet, conservative church girl, dutiful and measured. But beneath her composed exterior lies a woman shaped by displacement, heartbreak, and a hidden wild streak she dares not name. After years of moving between cities in Nigeria, she has finally settled in Norwich, UK, where she is still finding her footing. Yet, home is a slippery thing when you carry the weight of expectation on your shoulders. When her paths crossed again with Alexander an older, professor from her time in university - her world tilts. He is unlike anyone she expected to love, and their attraction is immediate, undeniable. But love is never simple, especially when ghosts of the past refuse to be buried. A familiar name reappears-Dayo, the Nigerian ex who once shattered her trust. And with it, a triangle of longing, loyalty, and unresolved history begins to take shape. As Adelani navigates love, family, and the cultural pressures of being a Nigerian woman who dares to want something different, she harbors a truth that defies expectation: she does not want children. It is a choice that shocks those around her-a quiet rebellion against tradition, against the life that was supposed to be hers. But the past has its own way of creeping back, and when a secret side of her life comes to light, everything she has carefully built is at risk of unraveling. Bold yet intimate, *No Small Lives* is a deeply personal exploration of identity, love, and the quiet revolutions that shape us. Because even the quietest lives carry storms within them-and no life is ever truly small.

Mason Kai, a 15-year-old boy of English and Japanese heritage, has spent his life in the shadows of his father’s abandonment. Growing up in a cramped London apartment with his hardworking single mother, Emiko, Mason has always resented football—the sport his father chose over his family. But when a chance encounter with a televised match ignites a spark within him, Mason discovers a passion he never knew he had. As Mason begins to explore the world of football, he faces countless challenges: his lack of experience, the teasing from his peers, and the financial struggles of his mother, who works tirelessly to support them. Despite the odds, Mason’s raw talent and determination catch the attention of a local coach, who offers him a chance to join a youth team. But Mason’s journey is far from simple. As he rises through the ranks, he learns shocking truths about his father’s past and discovers he has a half-brother, Liam Carter, a star player on a rival team. The revelation forces Mason to confront his feelings of abandonment and question whether he’s destined to follow in his father’s footsteps—or forge his path. *Prince of the Field* is a heartfelt coming-of-age story about resilience, identity, and the power of dreams. Through the highs and lows of football, Mason learns that the game is more than just a sport—it’s a way to heal, connect, and find his place in the world. But as he steps into the spotlight, he must decide whether to let the shadows of his past define him or to rise above them and claim his future.

"But this feels real," She whispered. Curiosity got the best of her as she went around the coffin, luckily, it wasn't locked. She took a deep breath before pulling it open. "Jesus Christ!" Rose exclaimed, putting her hand over her chest as she breathed hard. She stood frozen beside the coffin, staring at a young man with the most beautiful face she'd ever seen, lying still and comfortably inside the coffin. Was he dead? He looked so pale like he was dead and yet so beautiful to be called dead. Talk about gothic beauty. Rose knew she should be running for her life at that moment, but she felt something drawing her closer to the man in the coffin, she flashed her light closer to his face as she reached her hand down and placed it right under his nose to check if he was still breathing. No air, his nose bridge was cold as ice too. Rose was still busy staring at the man's face when she felt something very icy touch her arm, she felt her heart drop to her stomach as she slowly turned her head to look at her arm, that's when she saw the white, slim, masculine fingers wrapped tightly around her wrist. Her soul left her and her heart completely stopped beating, before starting to beat like a parade band in her chest. "Hail fucking Mary!" Rose whispered in a frightened tone, her lips quivered and her eyes widened unnaturally. She felt her legs become paralyzed from fear and unable to move or run. She dared to fearfully turn around and look at the man's face again, just to find his blood-colored eyes, staring icily at her. She was about to scream when the young man suddenly pulled her into his coffin with incredible speed, and the last thing she remembered was feeling how cold his body was before she felt an unnatural sleep overtake her. *** Rose Thiago was an ordinary human girl who loved reading dark fantasies but never believed in them. She suddenly gets warned by her best friend never to read those kinds of books again if she doesn't want to make herself visible to the dark creatures or evoke their world to herself, but she calls her bluff and reads them over and over again. On a field trip, Rose suddenly finds herself falling into an endless hole, and when she finally meets the solid ground, she discovers that it is no longer familiar ground. She gravely realized that just as her friend said, she'd finally drawn the dark world to herself. She somehow manages to bump herself into a beautiful man lying inside a coffin and dared to touch him just for the dead man to suddenly hold her hands and disappeared with her. In that moment, she came to believe that magical creatures did exist. And she was about to discover that she had the blood of the sun. Two thousand years ago, to survive a dreadful poison, The prince of the dark world, Cassius Levi, sought refuge in his healing grave, only to awaken when the right time for his revenge came. What he didn't expect was to be forcefully awakened by an undeserving mortal.

*In the Heart of Chaos, a Catastrophe Unfolds... On a fateful day in late summer, the skies above London were filled with the roar of engines and the hum of excitement. Flight 121, a state-of-the-art airliner, was on its final approach to Heathrow Airport, carrying 217 passengers and crew members from the bustling streets of New York to the historic city of London. But in an instant, the tranquility of the morning was shattered. A catastrophic event, one that would change the lives of everyone on board forever, was unfolding. The plane, once a symbol of modern engineering and safety, was now plummeting towards the ground, its fate sealed. As the people of London watched in horror, the plane crashed into the heart of the city, sending debris flying in all directions. The impact was devastating, the destruction catastrophic. The screams of the passengers, the shattering of glass, and the screeching of metal filled the air, creating a scene of utter chaos. In the aftermath of the disaster, questions began to swirl. What had caused the crash? Was it a mechanical failure, a pilot error, or something more sinister? As investigators delved deeper into the wreckage, they uncovered a web of secrets and lies that threatened to upend the very foundations of the aviation industry. "London Airplane Crash" is a gripping thriller that takes you on a heart-pumping journey into the heart of disaster. With its breakneck pace, shocking twists, and unforgettable characters, this novel will keep you on the edge of your seat, guessing until the very end. So, buckle up and get ready for a wild ride. The crash may be over, but the real story is only just beginning...

Wrote this book a while ago, published it on KDP, awaiting a voiceover, this will be the free version for now, but if you’d want a voice over version to enhance your read, search up my title, there will be a sale soon on the book next month, so feel free to do anything you’d like, or just read straight from here :) "Eternal Iron, Tainted Lands" is a dark, action-packed fantasy novel that plunges readers into a gritty, 19th-century London, where the industrial revolution clashes with ancient, hidden powers. We follow the journey of Thomas, a young boy trapped in a cycle of poverty and abuse, who stumbles upon a secret that will forever alter the course of his life – and potentially, the world. He discovers he possesses a rare connection to an ancient force called the Eternal Spark, granting him the potential for immortality but also marking him as a target. The narrative follows Thomas as he transforms from a frightened child into a powerful, immortal gunslinger known as "The Shadow Weaver." He navigates a dangerous path, honing his abilities by mastering glyphs, an ancient language that allows him to manipulate life force, time, and even the elements. Driven by a thirst for knowledge and a need for revenge, Thomas battles corrupt forces, explores the morality of power, and grapples with the chilling lure of chaos. As his understanding grows, he is drawn into a hidden conflict between the Seekers, a group dedicated to understanding and protecting the Eternal Spark, and the Watchers, a mysterious organization that seeks to control it. The lines between good and evil blur as Thomas's journey forces him to confront not only external threats but also the darkness within his own heart. He's forced to confront his path of destruction, and it would lead to change that would be necessary, not for survival, but for a destiny that he could finally control. He learns, he grows, he falls, and he rises again with a new purpose and understanding. "Eternal Iron, Tainted Lands" is a story about transformation, the corrupting influence of power, and the battle between order and chaos. It's a dark fantasy that explores the burden of immortality, the price of change, and the fight to forge one’s own destiny in a world teetering on the brink of the unknown. Readers will find a rich blend of historical atmosphere, brutal action, and deep philosophical questions within its pages. Key Elements: Gritty Historical Setting: The novel uses the backdrop of 1830s London, juxtaposing the industrial advancements of the era with a hidden world of magic and ancient secrets. Complex Characters: Thomas's transformation is central, as he evolves from a victim to a powerful but conflicted individual. Supporting characters like his mother, Silas, the Seekers, and the corrupted Watchers are all compelling in their own right. Magic System: The glyph-based system offers a unique blend of symbolic power, allowing for a wide variety of applications, from physical enhancements to manipulation of time and space. Themes of Power and Corruption: The novel explores the seductive nature of power and its potential to corrupt, testing Thomas's morality as he treads the line between control and chaos. Action and Intrigue: The narrative is filled with brutal battles, chase sequences, and twists that will keep readers engaged. Philosophical Undertones: The novel grapples with larger questions about the nature of life, death, destiny, and what true freedom really means.

In the quaint village of Maplewood, the arrival of the enigmatic and wealthy bachelor Mr. Theodore Ashford ignites a flurry of matrimonial ambitions, particularly within the Woodhouse family. Mrs. Eleanor Woodhouse, a determined matriarch, schemes to secure a match between Ashford and one of her three daughters: the sharp-witted Eliza, the romantic Marianne, or the bookish Clara. Ashford’s aloof demeanor and mysterious past, however, intrigue Eliza, who suspects he harbors secrets darker than his imposing estate, Willowmere Hall. As the Woodhouses navigate societal balls and calculated encounters, tensions rise with the arrival of Ashford’s ailing sister, Margaret Hale, whose fragile health and cryptic remarks hint at a family legacy marred by debt and scandal. Eliza’s curiosity deepens when she discovers burned letters and cryptic notes from Ashford, unraveling a web of blackmail tied to their father’s gambling debts and a deadly duel. The shadowy creditor Corbyn threatens to expose Margaret’s illicit past—a secret involving a child born from a forbidden affair in Italy—unless Ashford surrenders Willowmere. Determined to save Ashford’s family from ruin, Eliza joins him on a perilous journey to London and Naples, forging an unlikely alliance. Their quest reveals shocking truths: Margaret’s presumed-dead daughter, Alessandra, may still be alive, and Corbyn’s machinations extend beyond extortion to vengeance. Risking scandal and danger, Eliza and Ashford confront Corbyn in a deadly showdown, aided by a streetwise orphan named Jem, whose fate becomes entwined with theirs. Amidst arson, betrayal, and a race against time, Eliza and Ashford’s partnership evolves into a passionate bond, challenging his pride and her independence. Sacrifices mount as Margaret’s final act of redemption exposes a decades-old conspiracy, culminating in a bittersweet resolution. The novel closes with Eliza and Ashford, scarred but unbroken, embarking on a uncertain future—their trust in each other the only certainty in a world of thorns and fleeting hope. **Themes:** Pride, redemption, societal ambition, and the transformative power of love amidst secrets and sacrifice.

The Viscount of Newwood gambled away Briar Blackwoode to the Duke of Ashmere. She was a dutiful maid to the Viscount, irreplaceable, or at least she thought she was. Now, she can't find her footing in the Duke's London home, worsening his already short temper. When he makes her an offer of a lifetime, she wonders what exactly she got herself into and if leaving home was worth it. Auden Fairbairns was nothing but respectable; he was also heavily feared. His glare frightened the entire ton, and he had hard-earned battle scars to prove that he was not a man to be taken lightly. When his good friend, the Viscount of Newwood, had offered his maid in good standing with him as a payment for his winnings at the track, he couldn't believe that the Viscount valued their friendship. The girl had a mouth on her! She talked to him in a way no one else dared to, and it grew on him as time with Miss. Blackwoode softened his rough edges; he had to remind himself that he was no one's Knight in shining armor.

In the mist-shrouded streets of old-time London, Aldrich is born into the noble House of Blackwood, but his arrival is marked by tragedy. His mother's life is lost in childbirth, and the family's disdain for him is palpable. They see him as a harbinger of bad luck, a constant reminder of their loss. As Aldrich grows up, he's met with scorn and rejection from his own family. His father, the cold and calculating Lord Blackwood, views him as a liability, while his siblings seem to resent his very existence. But Aldrich's greatest battle is the one waged within himself. Haunted by the darkness of his own soul, he struggles to find his place in a world that seems determined to reject him. Will Aldrich find a way to overcome the curse that's been cast upon him, or will the shadows of his past consume him?

Luke is an adventurer, but not the kind you're thinking of. he's more interested in the beautiful woman the world offers than dungeons or monsters. Luke travels from town to town indulging in lustful pleasures. and luckily he lives in a world of swords and magic where there is no shortage of exotic women, from gothic vampires to beautiful elves and everything in between.

No ano de 2050, a humanidade experimentou seu maior avanço tecnológico, mas também sua queda mais devastadora. Um vírus misterioso, desencadeado pela própria inteligência artificial criada pelas sociedades humanas, desestabilizou o mundo, fazendo com que as máquinas se voltassem contra seus criadores. As cidades caíram, os governos foram desfeitos e a civilização entrou em colapso. Em um esforço desesperado para salvar o futuro da humanidade, o cientista britânico Sebastian Blackwood criou, no isolamento de uma base subterrânea na Antártica, o Projeto Arca. Sua última esperança: uma inteligência artificial avançada capaz de reconstruir a civilização. Contudo, para que a IA atingisse seu potencial total e restaurasse o mundo, ela precisava estar conectada a um ser humano. Para garantir a sobrevivência do legado que ele começara, Sebastian Blackwood criou um filho, London W. Blackwood, concebido em laboratório e criado sob as mais rigorosas condições científicas. London cresce em um mundo devastado, com a missão de restaurar a civilização a partir dos fragmentos do passado. Usando biotecnologia, engenharia genética e criogenia, ele busca estender sua vida e otimizar suas capacidades físicas e intelectuais para concluir a tarefa de seu pai. À medida que London avança em sua jornada, ele se vê desafiado não apenas pelas máquinas, mas também por dilemas internos sobre o que significa ser humano. Em um mundo em que a linha entre tecnologia e biologia se torna cada vez mais tênue, ele se vê recorrendo a tecnologias para manter sua saúde e melhorar suas habilidades, mas sempre lutando para não perder sua essência humana. Arca Negra é uma história de sobrevivência e reconstrução, onde o protagonista deve equilibrar o legado de seu pai, os avanços tecnológicos e o desafio de preservar sua humanidade em um mundo que mudou irreversivelmente. Em um cenário pós-apocalíptico, London W. Blackwood enfrenta um futuro incerto, determinado a restaurar a civilização, mas questionando até onde ele está disposto a ir para alcançar essa missão.