A Lesson In Secrets A Maisie Dobbs

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!

When Elena Carter returns to the secluded town of Silverwood to care for her ailing grandmother, she’s expecting quiet days in the sleepy town she left behind. But from the moment she crosses its borders, strange occurrences pull her into a world she doesn’t understand. The eerie howls in the woods, the cryptic warnings of the townsfolk, and the unsettling pull she feels toward the forest hint that Silverwood holds far more secrets than she ever imagined. Elena’s arrival sparks the interest of Lucas Blackthorn, a brooding stranger with piercing eyes and a connection to the town’s darker side. As their paths cross, Elena is drawn to him, even as her instincts tell her to run. Lucas knows Silverwood’s secrets better than anyone—because he’s been living them. As a member of a cursed werewolf pack, his life is ruled by danger and betrayal. When Elena learns she’s the key to an ancient prophecy capable of ending a century-old curse—or unleashing a power beyond anyone’s control—she is thrust into a battle for survival. As rival packs close in, alliances shift, and hidden truths about her family’s past emerge, Elena must decide whom to trust in a world where betrayal is currency. With her heart torn between Lucas and the secrets he harbors, and her life threatened by those who seek to use her, Elena must uncover the truth about herself, her family, and Silverwood. But the closer she gets to the answers, the more she realizes some mysteries are best left buried. In a story of love, betrayal, and supernatural intrigue, Silverwood explores the thin line between humanity and the beast within—and what it means to risk everything for those you love.

Secrets in the Shadow follows Ethan Cross, a seasoned investigator whose life is upended when a mysterious case brings him face-to-face with his darkest fears. Set in a city cloaked in secrets, Ethan delves into a labyrinth of betrayal, corruption, and hidden truths. As he uncovers a sinister conspiracy tied to his own past, Ethan is forced to confront not only the enemies lurking in the shadows but also the inner demons he thought he had buried long ago. This novel blends psychological intrigue with edge-of-your-seat suspense, weaving a tale of resilience, redemption, and the enduring battle between light and darkness within us all.

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.

A story of woman, trying to live her destiny.

By wanting a revenge on The Hero, his own best friend, made Kevin aka "a total shut in", formed a contract with a Demoness and captured her in a normal necklace. Will he succeed on taking a revenge on The Hero? Come and find out!

What animal is more ferocious than the Tibetan Mastiff? Is the secret passage to the sacred land of Shambhala hidden beneath the Potala Palace? Does the fabled Pabala Temple, concealed within vast amounts of Tibetan historical documents, truly exist? Why do the sacrificial rituals of primitive jungle tribes bear such a striking resemblance to those practiced in certain regions of Tibet? Could the Mayan ruins hidden deep within the jungles of the Americas have a close cultural connection with distant Tibet? Why did Soviet experts organize a special team that ventured into Tibet five times shortly after the founding of New China? Why did Hitler issue orders in 1938 and 1943 for his top aide Himmler to personally assemble two expeditions into Tibet? What secrets is Tibet hiding from us? This is a mystery—one that Tibet, despite having become a global tourist destination, still guards in silence.

Synopsis of "Secrets of the Heart" In a world where high society reigns, **Daphne Sinclair**, a strong-willed and independent young woman, finds herself at a lavish gala hosted by her wealthy family. Captivated by the charming and talented **Mateo Montgomery**, the youngest son of a prestigious family, she is unaware of his growing obsession with her. Mateo is determined to win her heart, vowing to make her his wife one day. Daphne enjoys her freedom and often sneaks out at night to a nearby pavilion to gaze at the stars, unaware that Mateo watches her from the shadows, enchanted by her beauty and spirit. One night, while Daphne is at the pavilion, Mateo finds himself in a dangerous situation, pursued by bandits after intervening in an attack on local merchants. He rushes to the pavilion, seeking refuge and inadvertently leading the bandits to Daphne. When the bandits threaten her, Daphne surprises everyone with her fierce defiance and combat skills, easily outmaneuvering them. Mateo, initially hiding, is in awe of her strength and determination. Together, they confront the bandits, showcasing their bravery and resilience. As their bond deepens through this harrowing experience, Mateo's admiration for Daphne grows, but so does the complexity of their relationship. The story explores themes of love, trust, and the struggle for independence, as both characters navigate their feelings amidst societal expectations and personal ambitions. Ultimately, "Secrets of the Heart" is a tale of passion, courage, and the quest for genuine connection in a world filled with challenges.

[Contains explicit language and scenes+18] Don't think that the group of soldiers who treated me like a sl*ve, the survival group that turned their backs on me and used me, and the b*tch who pretended to be kind and then betrayed me will all die easily... This work is a mere personal translation of the original work by the author '' and originally named '' The book cover is heavily edited to pass the Webnovel cover moderation.

[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 :)

Chaos, Entropy, the power of causality. The energy that makes every universe slowly decline and finally perish. The Destruction of Taoism, the birthplace of all demons and also the seed that creates universes. A secret everyone knows, but very few carry. Chaos and Causality, two forces that rule the universe itself. A simple goblin, imprinted a dagger and spent millennia chasing after it. Millions of lives and millions of adventures. His fate is one of high importance. One that will decide the fate of the multiverse itself. But who decided his fate? A Goblin with a pitch black dagger, travelling from universe to universe, acquiring strength and wisdom, all for the sake of reversing karma. Reversing the Heavens. Going against fate itself. And who would make such grandiose plans? Why, but the weakest of all creatures... A mere goblin... ---------------------------------------- This novel is bound to be big. I'll be going through a lot of lives, with a lot of different ideas. It's basically going to be all your favourite stories, blended into one protagonist. I haven't written the whole thing yet, so I'm open to ideas. If you guys want to see something specific you can always comment. Have a read, and hope you enjoy! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Disclaimer: Cover found on artstation.com

Idara bamidele a bright and determined 19 years old scholarship student navigates the challenges of college life while hiding a secret . online, she found solace in "Ballboy23", her anonymous confidant and closest friend Unbeknownst to idara "Ballboy23 is none other than Edward Akinola the charismatic 20-year-old basketball star of their school. Edwards charming facade hides his own struggles, and idara's support online means the world to him. As circumstances force them together, idara and Edward must confront their biases . Will their online friendship translates to real-life love or will their differences tear them apart?

|13X 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. *** *Prompt Used: #24-"A desperate wish, made from the heart, is always answered. Sooner or later.* *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.*

Sophia Laurent is the secret heiress to one of the world’s wealthiest families, living a life of isolation and control under her father’s oppressive reign. Tired of being a pawn in her family's power games, Sophia escapes into the real world, adopting a fake identity to experience life as a normal woman. But her attempt at freedom takes an unexpected turn when she’s mistaken for a gold-digger during a blind date with Alexander "Xander" Hayes, a wealthy and cynical businessman. He believes she’s after his money, and his vulgar, dismissive attitude makes her want to walk away—fast. In a story filled with sparks, secrets, and unexpected twists, will love triumph over wealth, or will the past prove too strong to overcome?

When Rose, Kayla, Caston, Marina, and Laura uncover a dark secret about their school, they embark on a thrilling journey to discover its eerie past. Built over an abandoned graveyard, the school hides centuries-old mysteries, whispers of unrest, and a chilling curse. As the teens dig deeper, their own secrets and rivalries threaten to tear the group apart—especially the simmering hatred between Caston and Kayla. But the further they venture into the haunted grounds, the more they realize that some truths were meant to stay buried. Will they uncover the graveyard’s secrets before it’s too late, or will they become part of its sinister history?

Fighting alone for a long time, Jacob has not felt any necessaity to be close with people but this changes when he reaches the capital and learns the nasty truth of the world... People with powers so great they transcend human intelligence. Where surviving is hard, How will our Jacob exist?

Aurelia is an ordinary girl with an ordinary life. She soon finds out that she's the princess of Atlantis, and is now forced to fight and protect her kingdom from blood sucking demon mermaids Awesome right?

[ 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?”

Harper, a recent small-town graduate, is both thrilled and nervous about starting work at the corporate marketing behemoth Main Sell Enterprises. Her parents, who have always been there for her, have encouraged her to succeed and supported her throughout her life. Harper's parents, who have put a lot of effort into her, are confident that she will make them proud and that no one will be able to diminish her self-worth. Harper is strengthened and inspired to succeed by her parents' support.

A strong Christian girl who has loved Alaska her entire life moves there, ready to live with her Alaska family, make new friends, and hike. But, of course, nothing ever goes to plan.

She's the feared Ceo Jade, who was only living for two things; power and revenge. In her plans for revenge, she gets entangled with Mi Rue; the rumoured heartless king of the business world. What'll happen when these two feared Ceo's one with a dark past and the other with a dead heart never to love again meet. What secrets will be uncovered. Read and find out....

Sometimes to see the light, you have to dive into the darkness

In the cutthroat world of the gemstone industry, billionaire Zayne Aldridge is determined to expand his empire beyond the family sapphire mine, entangling himself in a high-stakes game with ruthless competitors. Calla, an ambitious saleswoman at Crystal's jewelry store, finds herself drawn into Zayne's captivating world, where every deal is layered with intrigue and every relationship harbors hidden agendas. As Zayne's obsession with success grows, so does the threat from Victor Sinclair, his cunning rival willing to resort to any means necessary to topple him. When Zayne’s trusted confidant, Mason Carter, becomes embroiled in a dangerous betrayal, Calla is forced to confront the shadows that threaten to engulf her life and the man she’s fallen for. Amidst deceit, power struggles, and a stunning diamond trap, Calla must navigate a treacherous path where loyalty is tested and trust is a luxury she can’t afford. With the stakes rising and darkness closing in, will she have the courage to fight for the love she desires, or will she become another casualty in Zayne’s battle for supremacy?

I’ve spent my career digging up secrets, but I never expected to find myself in the center of one that could cost me my life. I’m Emily Carter, an investigative journalist known for getting to the truth—no matter how deep I have to dig. When my editor hands me the assignment of a lifetime, I’m drawn into the world of Gabriel Thorne, the billionaire who controls more than just his empire of wealth. He's been a ghost in the public eye for years, and no one has been able to pierce the veil of mystery surrounding him. Until now. It starts as a job: investigate Thorne Industries, find out what’s fueling the rumors of corruption, and expose the man behind the curtain. But the deeper I dive, the more I realize that Gabriel Thorne isn’t just a powerful businessman—he’s the key to a web of dark secrets that run far deeper than I could have imagined. And the more I uncover, the closer I get to becoming another one of those who’ve disappeared while chasing his secrets. But what I never expected was how drawn I’d be to him. There’s something magnetic about Gabriel, something dangerous and alluring that pulls me in even as I know I should walk away. He’s hiding something, and every instinct I have tells me I’m playing with fire. Yet, as the walls between us start to fall, I find myself trapped between exposing the truth and the undeniable pull I feel toward him. Powerful enemies are circling, and it’s not just my career on the line anymore—it’s my life. The closer I get to uncovering Gabriel’s hidden past, the more I realize that my own secrets might be just as dangerous. And when they collide, they could destroy any chance we have at happiness. Some secrets are worth billions. Others can cost you everything.