A Lesson In Secrets A Maisie Dobbs

"Luciana's life is turned upside down when her foster parents, who murdered her real parents, rob her of her rightful heritage as empress. Subjected to a lifetime of mistreatment and betrayal, Luciana becomes wary of trusting others and determines to achieve her goals alone. However, her life takes a devastating turn when she catches her sister cheating with her boyfriend. Returning home to clear her head, she's faced with an unbearable reality: she's forced to marry a bankrupt billionaire to save her family's business, replacing her sister who was originally intended for the arrangement. With no other choice, Luciana signs the contract to protect her best friend, the only person who has ever shown her kindness. Unbeknownst to her, the 'bankrupt' billionaire is actually a rapidly rising trillionaire, and their contract marriage will lead Luciana to discover her true identity and reclaim her rightful heritage."

Synopsis of "Veil of Secrets" In a sprawling metropolis shrouded in ambition and deception, investigative journalist Alex Hayes is on a relentless quest for truth. When a series of mysterious disappearances begins to plague the city, Alex sees an opportunity to expose the dark underbelly of the elite—people who will stop at nothing to protect their secrets. Haunted by a personal tragedy linked to one of the missing, Alex is driven not just by a professional duty but by a deep-seated desire for justice. Teaming up with Maya Chen a passionate activist advocating for the victims and Sarah Hayes who is a skilled hacker with a talent for navigating the shadows of the digital world, Alex plunges into the depths of a hidden society where privilege meets peril. Their investigation reveals a web of corruption that extends to the city’s most powerful figures, including Marco Rossi, the charismatic leader of the elite society, whose charm masks a ruthless ambition. As Alex unravels the tangled threads connecting the disappearances, they encounter Ethan Blake, a mysterious informant with a foot in both worlds—the elite and the marginalized. With his insider knowledge and complicated past, Ethan offers crucial information but harbors secrets of his own. Together, they must navigate a treacherous landscape where trust is a luxury and every revelation could be a deadly game-changer. As the stakes rise and danger lurks at every turn, Alex’s relentless pursuit of the truth puts them at odds with the very forces they seek to expose. Each chapter unfolds a new layer of betrayal, ambition, and moral ambiguity, leading to a final confrontation that will challenge everything Alex believes about justice, loyalty, and the price of uncovering the truth. "Veil of Secrets" is a gripping tale of resilience and revelation, exploring the lengths people will go to protect their secrets—and the devastating consequences of uncovering them.

In a world where strength and combat define worth, Dr. Jian Xu, a brilliant doctor from a modern world, suddenly finds himself transported to an ancient realm. Here, people rely on primitive remedies and mysterious powers, and the sick are left to suffer in silence. Armed with his knowledge of modern medicine and a mysterious system that grants him tools from the future, Jian embarks on a journey to heal those around him. But this new world holds more than just illness. Dark secrets linger in ancient ruins, and whispers of a forgotten plague resurface, threatening to consume an entire kingdom. As Jian’s reputation as a healer grows, so does the attention of dangerous powers who see him as a threat—or a tool. With only his scientific knowledge, a loyal frostfang wolf pup, and an unpredictable system that assigns him high-stakes quests, Jian must navigate a web of intrigue and ancient curses. Each cure he discovers brings him closer to understanding the mysterious forces at work—but also deeper into the shadows of a forgotten world that might be beyond saving. Will he find a way to fight the darkness spreading across the land, or will he succumb to the very forces he set out to conquer?

[ Caution: High Heat Advisory ] “Harper, stop undressing me with your eyes. The plot isn’t going that way… YET.” Harper McKenzie, a newbie web novel author, has a problem — she struggles with romance scenes. As someone with almost nonexistent real-life experience in the matter, she can’t get the intimate chemistry right, and those chapters always come out dry and cringy. Fortunately for her, Harper finds a freelance editor willing to workshop her writing. But the surprise? That editor turns out to be her childhood friend and the very first crush of her life. What happens now when he offers her personal lessons on how to write the hottest romance … and love scenes? -------------- Note: this is a fun, cozy, sweet story with a low-drama plot. No love triangles, no misunderstandings, no memory loss / car accidents / terminal illnesses / etc.. Mature content abounds, starting out soft but heats up quickly. You’ve been warned! -------------- Sneak Peek: He slid her bra over her shoulders and, with impossibly quick and skilled work, tied the lacy garment around her wrists. “Spread your legs wider,” he ordered. Harper’s already faltering heartbeat faltered some more. The command in his tone was foreign, but it crashed over her like a heat wave, and even though she could barely begin to picture how salacious she must look, with her hands bound and thighs spread wide like an offering to be ravished, she could feel the scorching need coiling hotter and hotter in her core. Her body obeyed eagerly on its own accord, bringing herself fully open just like she was told. Eli grinned. Moving between her legs, he trailed hot kisses along her inner thigh, leaving sizzling little fires crackling in its wake. “Good girl. Now, what should your character say next?” A finger glided over her wet and wanting flesh in a slippery stroke, making her heart slam to a hard stop as a moan tore free. “Write the next line for me, what should I say before I unravel you with my tongue and make you scream my name?”

A boy falls into a world of dragons and an eternal war. BL Arcave lives a normal life but when his childhood friend appears at his door with a mysterious and attractive boy his life gets turned into a dramatic war. Watch him discover romance and his love of dragons in this book series The Dragon's Secret

she just wanted to get a job only for her to get into a whole other deal "Good luck Veronica Makaya" "Wait ! how did you..." Veronica and 18 year old girl managed to land a job in a hotel after preventing someone from getting robbed, little did she know that one act will change her life forever. she later found out that the hotel is no ordinary one, but Serves as a haven for the paranormal (non humans). it also serves as a detective agency that specializes in Paranormal cases. join Veronica as she tries to adjust to her new life and at the same time battling situations involving the known and the unknown.

The final, venomous echoes that reached his ears were laced with sorrowful cries, "I shall seek you out once more, and you will atone for the slaughter of my kin. Not even the grave can shield you from my fury." ******* Silas appeared to possess it all: a devoted girlfriend, loving parents, and a steadfast best friend who kept him grounded. He was navigating the labyrinth of college life, aspiring to earn a doctorate. Then, fate twisted its knife. One fateful day, a beguiling figure emerged from the shadows of an alley. A lifeless form lay sprawled upon the frigid concrete, blood trickling from her lips, shimmering like rubies beneath the pale moonlight. Her eyes, a haunting shade of crimson, held a universe of secrets, countless revelations, yet devoid of any trace of humanity. This enigmatic girl, known as Keira, was the last of her lineage, her family brutally extinguished by the hands of a former lover. For centuries, she has wandered the earth, seeking the reincarnation of the one who betrayed her in the most despicable manner. Those aware of the supernatural tremble at her name, for death and despair cling to her like a relentless shadow, a malignant curse. Will they unravel the enigma of their shared, sorrowful history before the sands of time run out, or will Keira thirst for vengeance and her obsession with Silas spell doom for them all? Can they uncover the truth behind the massacre of her family? Was Silas the traitor, or does a deeper tale lie hidden in the shadows?

[WSA 2024 Entry] Please Support. _________ Silas, as a normal hot-blooded youth with big dreams and huge ambition, wanted to see the world, experience what it has to offer while living his dream life. But when has life ever gone according to plan? when has it ever been fair to anyone? Silas was hit with a reality check after graduating, if school was hard, society is harder. For two years he worked but nothing seems to be working out. He gave up on his dreams and ambition and his determination waned. After a long day at work one day, he looked up at the ceiling and made a wish, a wish he never knew will come true and change his life forever. He got a system, one that seems to be an all-rounder and it has his dream feature. [Ding!] [You spent $1199. You received 10x rebate of expenses made. You earned $11,990. The money has been sent to host bank account] "My dream life is no longer out of reach!" ________ This is my first book and English is not my main, I will apologize for any possible error. ________ Disclaimer: 'Getting A System In A Modern World' is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, locales, and incidents are either the products of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. This book may reference real companies and organizations, but these references are for narrative purposes only and are not intended to depict actual conduct or involvement of these entities. The use of these names and references is not meant to harm, defame, or discredit these companies or organizations. ________ Thank you for reading :)

Oxtra Narikami is a scientist in the 2060s, the golden age of technology and innovation. But he is no ordinary one. He is a "Crazy Scientist". Why is that? He often causes gigantic electro-magnetic explosions without any warning, affecting the environment and people in the process. But, the governments don't use all their efforts to stop him, because he is a perfect excuse to not spend time and money for solutions to environmental problems. Then what are his experiments about? They are about looking for a way to travel to another world. He has dreamed of travelling to a Magical world since when he was a child, and he has been spending all 57 years of his life to achieve it. And one day, he has finally done it... ...But now, what will a scientist do in a magical (emphasis on the word "magical") world?

In the span of a single minute, Cho Jae-Hwa, an ex-university student, along with thousands of others, is teleported to a seemingly endless dungeon. With no guidance, she encounters a mysterious young girl who introduces her to the Terminal system—a crucial tool for survival—as well as giving Jae-Hwa a reason to keep fighting. Though the reasons behind their entrapment remain unknown, it becomes clear that their predicament is not the result of magic or disaster, but a deliberate act by humans.

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Once a girl that has everything now suddenly found herself left with nothing overnight, Jena nursing her heart of the pain caused by shocking betrayals which left her life and family in ruins found herself driven to a tight corner. Left without a choice but to accept her cruel fate and expect nothing more she took on jobs she had never expected to do even in her wildest dreams to keep life going.

Araceli Beckham is an orphan striving to make ends meet. The only problem she had was working her butt off to put food on her table, pay for her little apartment, transportation and pay for her tuition for her last year in college. All these were already a pain in the ass and hard to keep up with. Last thing she needed was some other problem added to it but life had other plans. Her brother was caught up in a gambling mess and used her to pay off his debt to the gang he owed. Araceli was made to become one of them and was trained in the assassination department. She became a pro seductress and excelled in all her tasks. Everything changed on that fateful day she was made to go after Ruslan Vyacheslav ____ Ruslan Vyacheslav is the biggest mobster in the mafia world. He is feared and has a lot of enemies awaiting his downfall. Ruslan is a married multi billionaire and father to a handsome 3 year old. He respected his wife, even though they weren't married for love but because of an alliance. He remained faithful to her because of a promise he made. And Ruslan never breaks off a promise made in his honor. All that was put to test on meeting the beautiful and sexy Araceli Beckham with a smart mouth. He didn't think too much about it and cared less because it was nothing. Right????

Haven Calderon’s world shattered the night she came face to face with a creature she never thought could exist—a werewolf with the same hazel eyes as her lost love, Evan Graham. On the anniversary of Evan’s tragic death, she returns to Westfall, Colorado, the isolated mountain town where her life was torn apart. Unbeknownst to her, Westfall harbors an ancient, fiercely guarded secret: a ritual bound to the full moon that seals the town’s borders against all outsiders, warning visitors to vanish before dusk. But when dawn arrives after her chilling encounter, Haven is faced with an unthinkable truth—her fiancé might still be out there, alive but changed, his only tether to the past being her name on his lips. And as if fate weren’t tangled enough, a darkly alluring stranger appears, claiming her as his own in a way that defies reason.

Liam, a disabled adult on earth, dies and reincarnates into the world of a novel he read as a talentless prince of the greatest clan. But he was also reincarnated with a book which contains all the information about the world and the future. A grimoire which could let him 'read' the future, and at some point, alter it. Reincarnated as a prince who was on the verge of death, he uses his quick thinking and calm mind to remove himself from harms way. But of course he can't have a peaceful life... [You have received an attribute. You are bound to interfere with the story whether you like it or not.] Armed with knowledge of this ruined world, he decides to get stronger as there was still hope to survive the 'Ending'. ______ Discord Server: https://discord.com/invite/r8rVHNabuF

Bun is a experiment, a rabbit with extraordinary abilities~ and this bunny randomly found itself in.. a new world with a system As his guide.. "Little female you smell so sweet.." a big bear Bun just blinked his big eyes "Am a boy" "Little female your so soft~ and small" the big cat said as he hugged him "...ah I know" Bun replied blankly "Little rabbit your new mine" a arrogant bird said as he loomed over the little bunny "....oh" Bunbun blankly replied as he looked up at the bird ________warning mpreg

In a world where unexpected connections can lead to transformative experiences, the assignment of Aaron to tutor Jamie sets the stage for a narrative ripe with potential. Both students come from different walks of life—Aaron, the diligent overachiever striving for academic excellence, and Jamie, the laid-back free spirit struggling to keep up. As they navigate the complexities of their tutoring sessions, a bond begins to form, blurring the lines between friendship and something deeper. Will their shared moments of laughter, vulnerability, and discovery cultivate a romance that neither of them saw coming? As they delve into lessons of business studies and heart, the question lingers: can love truly blossom amidst textbooks and spreadsheets?

#completed!!! Bright looked up, his tender gaze aimed at softening Emma's heart. "I've only just realized the depth of my love for you, and I can't bear to lose you." "You're aware that I don't believe in love, aren't you? So, please don't use that as a justification," Emma responded sharply. "Alright, then, I simply need you in my life, Emma." Emma gritted her teeth. "So, where were you when I needed you, Your Highness?" #secondchance #getingbacktogether #slowburn #diplomacy #kingdombuilding #enemytolover --- (Setting: 19th Century) Seven years had passed since Emma last saw Bright Alejandro Anderson—her first love. Emma had almost succeeded in living her life normally. She was doing fine. But that man resurfaced in Emma's life as Prince Anderson, who led the royal legal affairs team. He not only appeared in Emma's life but also forced her to look back. To revisit memories she desperately wanted to forget. For Emma, Bright, aka Prince Anderson, was the most bitter lesson in her life. From him, Emma learned never to trust anyone. Not even God. ~~~ Emma's tears flowed, voice cracked and pained, "Even if I were to die," her despair remained, "I'll hate you forever, it's only fair, Don't come to my funeral, don't you dare, Set foot at my graveside, expect no embrace, Don't ever anticipate my heart's forgiving grace, I'll spend my days, my bones, in hatred's grip, A love once cherished, now a sinking ship. ~~~ "I've just killed someone with my own hands. Ah, this is how deep my love for you is, Emma. I would kill for you, and you've just witnessed it with your own eyes." ... "I'm here... don't be scared... this time I'm not leaving you, unlike before when I left you." ... "I was stupid. I am sorry. I regret it with every breath I take. I wish there was a way to turn back time to fix the past. But despite everything I can do, I can't. So, I sincerely apologize, even though I know I don't have the right to do so." !!!Explicit adult content above chapter 100 and will be informed at the beginning of the chapter. Please refrain from accessing the chapter if you are underage. Thank you.!!! another works: - Undressed by The Half-beast Prince - Wolfdale: Blood of the Moon - Mafia Princess: Raised by Wolves - Slayer Knight: Survive The Undead

I died. That's obvious. But I was reborn. How? Don't ask me. Maybe it was some god. A divine being? Ah- It doesn't matter. My life burned away and now- well I'm stuck here in this black void. This dungeon. Maybe I had lived a pious last life. Laughable as that was. But I was given a second chance. Told to grow my dungeon, to create hulking monstrosities that would destroy the world. In short, I am now a villain. I am the consciousness of the dungeon, the little orb at the end my body. And still I live. A projection of a body is created - a trap - and I am that. I am the one to guide foolish adventurers to their death. My looks are curated. Soft features that entrap the mind. I am the dungeon. I am the projection, I am human, and I am the dungeon. And I will conquer all. Every being will bow before my might. "Before you're cuteness~" Ah- heh- that too... help... I didn't ask to look this cute!

Selene Vilkas is a 16-year-old teenager. She takes care of her younger brother Ben and sister Sophie. Her parents had to leave because of family problems. What kind of problems? Selene has no idea. It's been a year since they left and out of fear of child protection, Selene does everything she can to hide her parents' absence. She doesn't want to go to a foster home and she's afraid that she, Ben and Sophie will be separated. With the little money her parents left behind, she can pay the bills, but the money is starting to run out. She lives in the realm of Mundi. A realm where magicians and humans live together. The realm is divided into four parts, air, water, fire and earth. The elements live separately next to each other, since the disappearance of the Creator, the strongest magician in the universe with the power to create life, take life and create beings from the magic of the elemental magicians. He was the key that made the magicians work together. He disappeared a hundred years ago and since then the elemental magicians live in four separate parts. The people are spread out over these parts. Selene lives in the earth part and she is one of the few in her class who does not have magical powers. One day she suddenly suffers from a headache. It comes in waves. After she has put her brother and sister to bed, she looks outside. It is a full moon. The next day she wakes up. She is outside and at least half an hour away from her house. Her clothes are torn. She has no idea what has happened.

|SEASON 1 OF MILO AND MAISIE| |14X FEATURED · 2024 NANO WATT/ONC 2024 LONGLIST · AMBASSADORS' PICK| Two years after her older brother's tragic death, anxiety-stricken Maisie and her emotional support cat, Milo, attend the Disney College Program, where they must discover a new life meaning in the most magical place on Earth. *** The death changed everything. Milo, an orange tabby, has always wanted a little sibling, but after the tragic loss of his owner's older brother, adoption was put on hold, and he became her Emotional Support Animal. Now, two years later, Maisie's determined to grant Milo's long-overdue wish; however, she's still grieving and overthrown with anxiety, leaving Milo to tag along with her for the famed Disney College Program. Nevertheless, when heartbreak catches him, too, Milo must push past his grief to save himself and his wish. Maisie Claire is ready to move on but not prepared to leave her family after two years for the DCP. She would've never accepted that offer letter if it hadn't been for her parents helping her get an ESA. Now trapped in an unfamiliar world, Maisie must find a new life meaning while still keeping her brother's memory alive. It starts with discovering the courage to befriend her mysterious suitemate and thanking Milo for everything he's done. After all, sometimes moving on just takes a little bit of courage. *** *Based on a true story.* *Contains a subtle, LGBTQ+ subplot because of Disney's Inclusion Key, but it's not the main focus. However, please be respectful.* *Word Count: 50,000-55,000.*

Her whole life was thrown into turmoil the very day she made the front page of the Daily Dot. "You want to know my secret? I'd rather give up my riches than let you all know." Averna said determined. ––––––––––– 'Secrets' how silent, yet powerful or damaging! There is a reason why secrets are meant to stay hidden, no one likes when it's forcefully brought into the spotlight. Averna, a young, beautiful billionaire CEO of her perfume company in the city of Dardale was placed in a similar situation by none other than the infamous paparazzi team 'We Scoop, You Lose' who are eagerly on her trail, trying to get the latest scoop of the century, they hire the expertise of their top reporter, Damian who has to go undercover as a recruit in Averna's company. In the process, she repeatedly bumps into him; who is both dedicated to his mission but also known for his charisma and good looks, his presence in her self proclaimed world would be the turning point in her career and life. As he tries to dig into her past, he gets to know more than he bargained for. Would he be able to follow through with his mission? ––––––––––– Would you accept half a billion dollars to uncover the secret of a billionaire as an undercover reporter? If Yes ~ Kindly tap the 'READ NOW' to find out more. If No ~ Kindly tap the 'READ NOW' to know if it's worth reconsidering or you might just find if the plot ends up agreeing with you at the end. Gold Winner [WPC#205 - Strong Female Lead]

[COMPLETED BOOK] What happens when you have a roomie who's hostle and having some kind of killer vibes and everyone's warning you to stay away from her because she has a deep secret, could it be related to her changing roomates all the time? Elizabeth also know as Eliza she's beautiful and has a wild side but she hates having roomies why? she's notorious and this gives her power to do anything? Yeah been popular gives you power at Greenfield Academy. Amanda Maxwell also beautiful and kind, she got a scholarship into Greenfield Academy but will it be a blissful experience when she becomes roommates with Eliza? Will there be hatred, lies, deception, secrets or friendship between the 2 roomies Other books by me The high school romance:the new girl(ongoing). The mafia's domineering love(ongoing) Childhood Sweetheart:the lovestory of the four couples (ongoing) Gmail address: alabititobiloluwa@gmail.com Instagram account:ayanfebaby28

In "Cultivation of Secrets," the tranquil harmony of Pinecrest Village, a unique blend of ancient Xianxia traditions and modern technology, is shattered by a chilling murder during the festive Christmas season. The victim, Mike, a notorious village bully, is found lifeless under the twinkling festive lights, setting off a complex investigation that delves deep into the hidden facets of the village and its inhabitants. Elder Lin, a respected figure skilled in both cultivation arts and technological matters, leads the investigation. He navigates a labyrinth of secrets and motives, uncovering the intricate lives of the villagers who are potential suspects. Each character possesses a unique combination of cultivation abilities and technological expertise, casting a web of suspicion over the village. Benny, the tech prodigy; Beth, an aficionado of true crime novels; Becca, a victim of Mike’s bullying; Ray, with her level-headed composure; Fredde, the quiet optimist; Donni, the laid-back observer; Justine, a creative fan-fiction writer; and Mich, a devoted admirer of Justine, all emerge as complex characters with potential motives for the crime. As Elder Lin delves into the investigation, he encounters a series of cryptic clues, anonymous threats, and conflicting alibis, each pointing to different suspects. The story weaves through the perspectives and backstories of these characters, exploring themes of unrequited love, jealousy, revenge, and the human capacity for both good and evil. Set against the backdrop of a world where cultivation arts mesh with cutting-edge technology, "Cultivation of Secrets" is a tale of mystery and suspense. The narrative unfolds in a series of chapters that deepen the intrigue, with each character revealing unexpected depths and secrets.

[WARNING : MATURE CONTENT] Every each person holds a dark and deep secret in their hands. And hers is a crime. ... Veda Ambrose, a supermodel who has gained both fame and wealth. She is a dream that every man desires and every woman craves to be. But who would have thought a perfect woman like her has been veiling the bitter secret in her palm the whole time? She messed with the wrong person in the past. Veda Ambrose committed a murder. A crime which she could never run away from forever. She even changed her name, moved her house and switched her car, just to hide from that perilous man, Edward Gable. Unintentionally, she killed his lover. It was not purposely. It was a mistake. But what she had done could not be changed. So she got an option to run away from him only. Still, he managed to discover her always. Not to mention the fact that Edward Gable is one of the crime lords. Now he has appeared in front of her after five years. He has come to make her repay for the crime she has wronged. However, Veda Ambrose refuses the fate and asks for help from another man instead. The man who can rescue her only in this tough situation, Lucius Ford.

A story about healing, about loved ones, and about loving someone right. Jasmine is tired. She is tired of relationships that don't last long. So, she has decided to go with a no-relationships policy until she meets her junior, Jason, who happens to be her younger brother Aditya's friend and the new campus heartthrob. Her plans take an unexpected turn when Jason becomes her new neighbour and then her flatmate. Jasmine finds herself in a mess with a failing family life, social expectations, failed relationships, and low confidence, all while dealing with alarming deadlines. Amidst all this chaos, a budding romance with Jason adds to her whirlpool of emotions. Will she be able to navigate through her life successfully? (You can find this novel in Wattpad with the same title)

After a minor car accident, Ethan finds himself entangled in a dark world of crime and family secrets, his life intertwining with that of the mysterious Emma. As they uncover hidden forces shaping their fate, their romance deepens amidst the danger. But can they escape the shadow of fate that haunts them?

Secrets Of Arsonia (S.O.A) is set in a distant world where citizens from the country of Arsonia, are well sheltered from the outside world. They have been told of the dangers of the outside world that is why no one ever leaves. But they are not forced to stay as well. One adventorous young man, Liban decides to break the cycle and venture past the borders of Arsonia.What will he find? What makes Arsonia different from the rest? Is the outside world really barbaric? Why is Arsonia so reserved ? The answers lie in the book

Nick Alexander is a boy with a hidden past and has now come to live with his Aunt,Uncle and cousin in Atlanta,Georgia.All through this Journey he will meet many and discover a lot of things about himself,his past and the world while also dealing with high school and his new crush Violet.This is A series of Extraordinary Events,Characters and secrets:Nick Alexander.

Apa yang kamu lakukan jika kamu tiba-tiba mengetahui bahwa dunia disekitarmu menjadi dunia di dalam dunia permainan? Apakah kamu akan senang? Atau justru merasa sedih karena tidak bisa kembali ke dunia yang lama? Ikuti petualangan Thomas dan teman-temannya dalam dunia fantasi yang persis dalam permainan yang mereka sering mainkan bersama. Sebuah dunia yang penuh misteri dan petualangan menanti mereka untuk jelajahi dan pecahkan. Akankah mereka berhasil kembali pulang atau tetap tinggal di dunia fantasi ini? Mari kita mulai petualangannya!