Susan Hill The Woman In Black

In the dark and treacherous city of Blackmere, investigator Elias Renshaw has spent years uncovering lost artifacts and unraveling hidden truths. But when a mysterious woman named Lena approaches him with a cryptic message—"Find the Black Key before they do"—he is thrust into a deadly game of secrets, betrayal, and power. The Black Key is rumored to be an ancient artifact tied to the forgotten kings of old, a key that could unlock something capable of reshaping the very foundations of the city. As Elias and Lena race against shadowy forces who will stop at nothing to possess it, they must navigate a maze of cryptic clues, dangerous adversaries, and a history that refuses to stay buried. With every step closer to the truth, they uncover more than they bargained for—hidden alliances, a centuries-old conspiracy, and an enemy who knows their every move. In a city where trust is scarce and the past is as dangerous as the present, Elias must decide how far he is willing to go to unearth the Black Key’s true power. Will he unlock salvation—or doom?

In this world, women dominate everything. The reason for that? Ether A primal source of energy in this modern fantasy world that could only be wielded by women. This created a matriarchal society in which men were below women. But amongst this, Brandon found a way to use this Ether, and heck, he can even copy skills from other women? However, nothing in this world is free. Even Heaven demands death. So his powers also came with a peculiar condition... ------------------------- Additional tags: R-18 | SMUT | NO NTR | NO YURI It starts a bit slow at first... hang in there :) Schedule: 2 chaps a day

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Under the relentless rain of Starovia, Mike, a battle-scarred soldier, takes refuge in a crumbling hotel with the last of his team. When all hope fades, a mysterious team led by Reznov—a man with cold gray eyes and a shadowy past—emerges, turning the tide of battle. But is this savior real, or a deadly trap? The secret nuclear facility they must destroy hides truths even Reznov can’t fully conceal—a threat far greater than anyone imagines. From now on, two chapters will be released each week — one on Saturday and the other on Tuesday.

In a world where the Assassins and Templars wage a hidden war, Aliya Devereux, daughter of the Templar Grandmaster, is abducted by the Hidden Ones. As secrets unfold, she realizes her fate is tied to an ancient artifact stolen by her father—a relic that could change the course of history. But among her captors stands a man cloaked in darkness, a legend whispered in fear—The Black Reaper. Caught between loyalty and truth, Aliya must decide: embrace the shadows or be consumed by them.

In a quiet rural town stands an old, foreboding building. Its shadowy presence casts an eerie atmosphere, sending shivers down the spines of those who pass by. Yet, despite its unsettling aura, the people who work within its walls are surprisingly kind and welcoming. Only thirteen souls occupy the space, their presence a stark contrast to the building's dark, almost sinister vibe. But one can't help but wonder—is this place truly as ordinary as it seems? The air whispers secrets, and the walls seem to hold stories untold. Something about it feels... off.

"Weak" suffer in the war, and "weak" can never have a happy life. I am maybe weak but I will trample all strongmen and become the strongest.

Red and cold, that's what he was, this monster who had saved Diria from another monster, back there in the forest that everyone so feared and that was part of his kingdom. He belonged to the magical world, but that didn't stop the young human from coming to him to give herself to him. Loving him, too, was inevitable. But a much deeper problem remained, she didn't know what, but it was there, hovering over them. What would happen when it finally came to light?

Andréia Santos Dumont vive um presente falso devido ao seu passado não descoberto, criada em uma família humilde Andréia descobre que a vida tem muito a se explorar ainda, aos seus 22 anos quase 23 entra em um mundo ao contrário ao seu, obrigada a se submeter a testes físicos e psicossociais, ela se vê com traumas e angústias cumprindo com um passado sem ao menos ela saber o por quê! Ela deu o seu voto de silêncio naquele mesmo dia e desde então não se ouviu a falar durante muito tempo. "O silêncio me reinará e eu serei sua eterna rainha"

### **Title**: *The Coven of Hollow Hill* ### **Genre**: Dark Fantasy, Supernatural, Historical Fiction ### **Setting**: The story is set in the fictional town of Hollow Hill, a secluded, eerie village nestled in the Appalachian Mountains. The town has a dark history tied to witchcraft, secret societies, and ancient rituals. The timeline alternates between the present day and flashbacks to the 17th century, during the Salem Witch Trials and the founding of Hollow Hill. ### **Main Themes**: - The power of legacy and family secrets - The struggle between light and dark magic - The cost of power and the weight of destiny - The intersection of history and the supernatural --- ### **Plot Overview**: The story follows the lives of the Blackthorn family, a lineage of powerful witches who have guarded an ancient secret for centuries. The Blackthorns are bound by a curse that ties their fate to Hollow Hill and a mysterious entity known as *The Veil*, a gateway between the human world and the realm of spirits. When 22-year-old **Eleanor Blackthorn** returns to Hollow Hill after the sudden death of her grandmother, she discovers she is the last in the line of Blackthorn witches. As she uncovers her family’s dark past, she learns that the curse is reaching its climax, and *The Veil* is weakening, threatening to unleash chaos upon the world. Eleanor must navigate a web of alliances, betrayals, and ancient rivalries as she prepares to face an ancient enemy—a coven of dark witches known as *The Hollowed Ones*, who seek to harness *The Veil* for their own sinister purposes. Along the way, she uncovers hidden truths about her family, her powers, and the town’s bloody history.

Sienna travelled to another world when she found a beautiful crystal in the sea. This wild land is ruled by warriors, who can change into ferocious beasts. Females are scarce in this world, they have more males to ensure their protection, but not every tribe treat them well. Sienna first meets an Ape prince who likes her to be his but scares her halfway to his village. The huge snake retrieves her for himself as for his food. She decided to play a game of wits with him, to give her 3 chances to escape. She will encounter a tiger lord, who is so smitten with her, that he will gladly die for her, the wicked and exotic scorpion king, the cold and dangerous eagles and the black dragon who can destroy all others. Sienna will need to use all her wits and beauty to tame these beasts. I had to change this book to a novel because I started publishing it as a fanfic, but it is not fanfic, it is my original work, so I'm keeping both to keep my readers updated. The cover is my work too. This story is not as gruesome or violent as regular Chinese stuff here, because I'm European, so it is kind of easy to read but it still has hot content, twists and an interesting storyline. The setting ranges from ancient, medieval to almost modern. This is uncontracted book , so enjoy the free reading:-) #beastman, #hotblooded, #playfull, #gamesofwits, #tiger, #snake, #eagle,#scorpion, # dragon, #adventure, #romance,#sexy

Jaya, a woman of unparalleled beauty, has always rejected Ajay, a powerful young billionaire who relentlessly pursues her. But when her mother falls critically ill and requires immediate surgery, Jaya is left with no choice. Desperate, she turns to Ajay for help. Ajay agrees to cover all medical expenses—but only if Jaya marries him. With time running out, she accepts under one condition: their marriage must remain a secret. Now bound to a dominant and controlling husband, Jaya steps into a world of luxury, secrets, and power. But will she find peace in this unexpected marriage, or has she just walked into a life she can never escape?

in my life I was considered trash my own family neglected me . when I woke up everything went back to twelve years ago. in this life I decided to be the writer of my own destiny those who look down on me, shall look up to me.............watch as she climbed her way up in the business circle

Starting on his life today in the ripped village from the rest of the world under ‘copy forests’ which are beyond a human outpost, placed a disc for an unexplained spinning when life comes out of an event from which no depths into the forests and places only the earliest history has connected him faintly. He seems to have a connection with the things used to get up again on the country. or not.

At 28, Clara Hayes has mastered the art of wearing masks. To her colleagues, she’s the perpetually cheerful graphic designer who never misses a deadline. To her overbearing mother, she’s the dutiful daughter hiding her anxiety behind polished smiles. To the world, she’s a woman who “has it all together”—except she’s crumbling inside. Clara’s life unravels during a corporate presentation where a panic attack strips her façade raw. Humiliated and exhausted, she flees to a quiet coastal town, renting a cottage owned by an eccentric, free-spirited potter named Marisol. There, Clara stumbles upon a dusty journal in the attic, its pages filled with haunting sketches and anonymous confessions from a woman who once lived there decades earlier. The entries mirror Clara’s own suffocating duality: “I paint myself in colors the world approves of, but my soul is a grayscale.” As Clara tentatively befriends Marisol and a reclusive widower, Eli, who runs the town’s crumbling bookstore, she begins confronting the lies she’s told herself for years. Through their unconventional guidance—and the journal’s cryptic wisdom—she starts shedding her masks one by one. But vulnerability comes at a cost: her corporate career teeters, her mother’s disapproval intensifies, and a buried trauma from her teenage years resurfaces, threatening to drown her newfound courage. When Clara’s raw, unfiltered artwork—created in secret—goes viral, she faces a choice: return to the safety of her old illusions or step into the terrifying freedom of living unapologetically. But the journal hides a final secret, linking Clara’s journey to the cottage’s mysterious past, forcing her to question whether true authenticity is a rebellion… or a homecoming.

He let her die, just like that. For that, she swore for revenge. In case she can reincarnate. As old folks said, be careful about what you wish! Now, her wish came true. ::: Karin is a normal girl who operates a cafe called Black Tea and Coffee. All her life, she feels something is missing in her, but she never knew what it is. Accompanied by various nightmares every night, she keeps wondering what happened to her. Is it just a nightmare or maybe more than that? Until one day, fate brings her close to a mystery guy at her cafe. She can't understand her fright towards the man. The more she avoids him, the more frequent he comes, and the closer he brings to her. Her best friend, Jun Seo offers her protection after he realizes the man brings no good. But, Karin insists on knowing what happened between her and the guy. A meeting with a medium recommended by Jun Seo's friend revealed the whole truth. Sad and broken by the fate she faced in the past, Karin decided to seek revenge on her own. *** "I might have been your wife in the past, but not in the present. Not even in the future!" Karin tilts her head and smirks at Kitthan. The guy watches her, still keeping his calmness intact. "People changed, Karin. That's what people do," he replies. "Yeah, that's what I did. I changed." "What do you mean?" ***

The apocalypse descended, reshaping the world overnight. Civilization crumbled, but in its wake came opportunities—a chance to evolve, to become something greater. Feng Tian was just an ordinary third-year university art student when it all began. By sheer luck—or perhaps fate—he survived the first wave of catastrophic changes. But survival was only the beginning. After experiencing the unnatural surge of strength that came with the new world, his perspective shifted. No longer was he once a man with no greater ambition than avoiding hard work in his later years. He now had a new goal. To climb higher, to become stronger, to seize everything this new world had to offer. But power never comes without a price. How much was he willing to sacrifice to claim it?

Dari dalam kegelapan malam, dan untuk memurnikan Bumi dari kejahatan. Perempuan berkepala lembu membunuh para Penjahat untuk menegakkan keadilan. Fanfiction dari Kyuusen No Shima karya Higashida Yuusuke.

Cascade Hills, A rural town known for its beautiful forest, hospitality, and occasionally strange events. This quiet but strange town is home to Katherine, Alex, and Kristen. However, things are different in Cascade Hills, and the once-occurring strange happenings have become too frequent. And long-buried secrets are starting to surface. Life in Cascade Hills will never be the same again. Are you ready for the fall? Read the updated novel on the official site at https://www.uylisis-universe.com/

As im s vicious, jealous woman have been given a second chance I'll change myself and finally love the one who truly love me with all his heart. can my dark Heart make him happy?....

A ghost story that gives you the chills

la terre a été envahi par des monstres d'une autre dimension pour se défendre, l'humanité a construit d'immenses murs sur lesquelles des gardes en noirs sont chargés de veiller avec leurs armes à resonance.