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Lyra's life hasn't been ideal. A powerful spellcaster, she's been on the run from her past. Until she is recruited into the legendary Guardians, the age-old protectors of the kingdom of Veloce and thrown into the middle of a civil war. Aiden considers the Guardians his family. Born and raised among them, it was natural for him to join their ranks. But he never expected his world to be turned upside down and a secret he's closely guarded threatened to be revealed. When the assassination of the entire royal family leaves the kingdom in a civil war with the late king's sister and uncle battling for the throne, the two find themselves facing incredible odds after a vicious battle leaves them being the last of the Guardians. But when the sorceress Alora makes her move to create even more chaos, Aiden and Lyra must find a way to stop her. But will their own secrets and pasts destroy them?

In a kingdom where magic is both feared and forbidden, Elara, a young sorceress with uncontrollable powers, has spent her life hiding from the ruthless Magi Order. Haunted by the tragic loss of her family and the dangerous magic that courses through her veins, Elara's only hope is to remain invisible. But when she is captured and imprisoned by the Order, her fate seems sealed-until a mysterious woman with violet eyes frees her, revealing that Elara's powers may be the key to a rebellion that could change the kingdom's future. Kael, a loyal warrior of the Magi Order, has dedicated his life to hunting sorcerers. But when he captures Elara, something within him shifts. Her emerald eyes, filled with fear and defiance, haunt him in ways he never expected. As he is tasked with finding her after her daring escape, Kael must confront his own doubts about the mission, the Order, and the woman he cannot stop thinking about. As Elara is drawn deeper into the rebellion's cause, she must learn to control her powers and decide who she can trust-including Kael, the man sent to capture her. With the kingdom teetering on the edge of war, Elara and Kael find themselves on opposing sides of a conflict that will force them to question everything they know-about their world, their loyalties, and themselves. "Emerald Shadows"is a tale of magic, betrayal, and forbidden love, where the line between friend and foe is as elusive as the shadows in which they hide.

Elara Taylor was living a happy and comfortable life with her only living family member, Kaelion Taylor, her brother and anchor. But the fate was never fair to begin with, how can it let her be? On her 18th birthday, instead of a grand birthday cake and gift that her brother had promised her, she found something that toppled her world upside down, a letter left by her brother, telling her he will be going on a secret mission, as he disappeared in thin air. But that was not enough, fate played another game with her when she was given the news of her brother's death, even his body was not found. Unable to accept her brother's death, Elara took it upon herself to find Kaelion, even if he was dead, she must find his body at the very least. Accompany Elara as she, driven by her unyielding resolve to find her missing brother, ventures into a world that defiles all reason. Surrounded by a treacherous web of secrets, betrayal, and forgotten truths, with fragments of memory as her only guide, she is haunted by visions of a life she can't explain. As the lines between reality and illusion blur, she must unravel the mysteries surrounding her brother's disappearance, confront the shadows of a past she doesn't belong to, and navigate a path fraught with danger. But with every step closer to truth, the question remains-- will she find him, or lose herself entirely?

**WATTYS 2024 SHORTLISTED** To overthrow the cruel King who brutally slaughtered her foremothers, the last surviving water witch Elara Consuli must team up with novice warrior Juda Vikaris from the Serpent Order and realise an ancient prophecy, before the blood-thirsty ruler discovers her existence and kills her too. Season 1 of The Last Water Witch *** The waters surrounding the Kingdom of Druvaria are deadly. Cursed by the Naiad, the sorceress race wiped out by King Ban-Keren, no one dare step foot into the poisoned waters in fear of certain death. Everyone, that is, apart from Elara Consuli, the last surviving water witch. In Grimefell, the cut-throat slums of the citadel, Elara blends in well with the rest of the accursed thieves and vagabonds lurking in the shadows, but her secret comes with a heavy price. Juda Vikaris, also has a secret of his own. As a skilled novice of the Serpent Order, the brutal assassins loyal to the King, no one escapes his watchful eye or the edge of his blade, and what better way to get revenge for his mother's death at Ban-Keren's hands, than by infiltrating the elite guard itself? But leading a double life is starting to take its toll on Juda as the training of the Order seeks to destroy who he once was and turn him into a cold-blooded, emotionless killer with each passing day. Juda has his own reasons for hating the Naiad and Elara knows all too well that the Serpent Order can never be trusted, but can their mutual hatred of Ban-Keren - and mutual attraction - stop them from betraying one another? In a world of dark secrets and a blood-thirsty King hell-bent on retaining power any way he can, Elara and Juda must decide whether to stand together and fight, or to trust in their natural instincts and remain enemies until the bitter, poisonous end.

In the war-ravaged territory of Cadence, Olivia has spent her life hidden in the shadows-she's the secret her homeland cannot afford to lose. But no one has ever told her why. Years after the war's end, Vorrath, their relentless enemy, still casts a menacing shadow over Cadence. But the weight of isolation, the desperation for answer's and the sacrifice of others grow too heavy to bear, forcing Olivia to take a daring risk. Disguised as one of them, she infiltrates Vorrath, enrolling in their elite academy deep within enemy territory. Amid Vorrath's walls, Olivia searches for answers and uncovers truths about the war-secrets that not only threaten her survival but shatter everything she thought she knew about her homeland and herself. Her path collides with Tristan Hudson, a handsome yet dangerous academy trainer who happens to be the son of Vorrath's ruthless president. Olivia knows she should stay as far away from him as possible-but what if that's not an option? As she navigates life at the academy, it becomes evident there's something very different about her, something she won't be able to hide for long. Loyalties fracture, forbidden emotions ignite, and Olivia realizes she is more than just a hidden secret-she is the key to everything. All she wanted was freedom-but now, she'll have to fight to survive in a world where betrayal and revelation could cost her everything. *** I waited until it was COMPLETE and published the whole book for you. :) ENJOY!!!! #romantasy #fantasy #romance #youngadult #newadult #slowburn #enemiestolovers #magic

Elara, a young girl from the peaceful village of Calx, never expected her life to be turned upside down. When she tries to protect a helpless younger girl, she finds herself taken by the royal kingdom as punishment. Forced into a deadly battle with a dragon, Elara's fate takes an unexpected turn when the kingdom discovers she is dragon-kissed, wielding the powers of all four elements. With this newfound ability, the royal family offers her a chance to stay and train under their watchful eyes, joining their dangerous quest to collect the four pieces of the Dragon Heart, which could lead them to Vegoru, the primordial dragon. Rumors swirl that whoever controls Vegoru will become the next Empress, ruling all lands, just as the previous Empress once did. As Elara trains alongside the royal family, she uncovers dark secrets about their past and, unexpectedly, about herself. But things take a dangerous twist when Elara finds herself trusting a man from Ardor, Zephyr's greatest enemy, complicating her path and leaving her torn between loyalty, power, and the truth. Will Elara embrace her destiny, or will the secrets of the royal family tear everything apart? Can she trust an enemy with her life, or will betrayal change everything she thought she knew?

"You fail to see your true value and that is where you fail every single time. You are not just a plot on the drawing board. You are not just a pawn or a soldier, you are the key. You have always been the key." ----- Isaline Winter, the last of the Winter clan and one of the deadliest assassin the world has ever seen. After the tragic and brutal deaths of her parents, Isaline seeks refuge within the Royal court where she is forced to serve the Queen as her right hand woman. The blood on Isaline's hands has tainted more than just the surface of her skin and no matter how hard she tries, she cannot rid herself of the sins of the Queen. It's only a matter of time before the darkness swallows her whole and Isaline wants out as soon as possible. But she's bound an unbreakable vow and losing just isn't in the Queen's vocabulary. When buried secrets begin to rise and missing pieces begin to fill themselves in, will Isaline have what it takes to end this horror once for all? Or will she succumb to the darkness that she's fought so hard?

In the mystical realm of Ethereal Whispers, forest nymph Elara Moonshadow finds herself haunted by ethereal whispers that weave through her dreams. Determined to uncover their meaning, she embarks on a perilous quest alongside the enigmatic sorcerer, Aurelius Stormrider. Guided by cryptic fragments of prophecies and Aurelius' intimate knowledge of the realm, Elara and Aurelius journey through enchanted forests, treacherous landscapes, and ancient ruins. Their path is dotted with hidden relics of immense power, each holding a piece of the whispered truth. As they unearth the relics, Aurelius' past is unveiled through poignant flashbacks, revealing his sacrifices and connection to the ethereal whispers. Meanwhile, political intrigue simmers within the Enchanted Realm, testing their trust in allies and forcing them to navigate a web of hidden agendas. Elara's burgeoning powers as a forest nymph become intertwined with the relics, attracting the attention of a malevolent sorcerer who seeks to wield their power for his own dark ambitions. With their bond growing stronger and allies by their side, Elara and Aurelius must confront the sorcerer and his minions in a climactic battle of light against darkness. In a world where reality blurs with fantasy, Elara and Aurelius must decipher the whispers, trust in their abilities, and forge a path to restore harmony to the Enchanted Realm. Their journey unfolds with unexpected twists, heartbreaking betrayals, and the discovery of a destiny they never imagined. "Ethereal Whispers: Chronicles of the Enchanted Realm" is a mesmerizing tale of magic, prophecies, and the enduring power of friendship. Will Elara and Aurelius overcome the shadows that threaten their world and harness the ethereal whispers to shape their own destiny? Embark on this enchanting adventure and unlock the secrets hidden within the realms of imagination.

In the captivating realm of Eldara, where magic intertwines with destiny, Elara Ardent, a humble village girl, discovers she possesses the legendary Heart's Flame-a power tied to the kingdom's fate. Summoned to the royal court, she unwittingly awakens the Heartstone, a magical artifact crucial to Eldara's survival. A prophecy foretells her role in breaking a curse that threatens to drain all magic from the land. But Elara's journey is fraught with peril. She faces Sorin Blackwood, a vengeful rogue sorcerer seeking to seize the Heartstone's power, and must navigate treacherous alliances and uncover hidden truths about Eldara's ancient magic. Guided by the enigmatic druid Lyrian and bound by a growing connection with King Thalor Ravenshade, Elara must master her abilities and choose between saving the kingdom and succumbing to the darkness that threatens to consume it. This epic fantasy tale explores themes of destiny, love, sacrifice, and the power of the human spirit to overcome even the most formidable challenges. The story unfolds across breathtaking landscapes, from the quiet village of Valenbrook to the shimmering halls of Eldara's royal palace and the perilous depths of the Whispering Woods, culminating in a climactic battle that will determine the fate of the kingdom and the destiny of Elara herself. The narrative is rich with vivid descriptions, complex characters, and a thrilling plot that will keep readers spellbound until the very end. The interwoven threads of romance, political intrigue, and high-stakes magical battles create a compelling and unforgettable reading experience. The story's exploration of the balance between heart and magic, love and duty, and the enduring power of hope makes it a truly captivating and resonant tale.

**Power through sacrifice - at Ravenhurst Academy, this isn't just a motto.** In the heart of the British Empire, where towering spires pierce the heavens and the gods are revered as guardians of progress, Ravenhurst Academy stands as the pinnacle of elite magical education. Here, the brightest talents are forged into mages, wielders of extraordinary spells destined to shape the Empire's future. But power is not without its price. When Osric Finch, a boy from the humble village of Brynwode, is plucked from obscurity and thrust into Ravenhurst's grand halls, he finds himself swept up in a whirlwind of secret societies, political undercurrents, and friendships tested in the crucible of power. Yet beneath the Academy's gilded halls lies an unspoken truth-a sacred trial that will bind every student to a destiny they cannot escape. As hidden forces stir and rivalries flare, Osric will face challenges that test not only his magical abilities but also his sense of identity, loyalty, and belonging. Intrigue, danger, and moral dilemmas weave through this spellbinding tale. Ravenhurst Academy is perfect for fans of Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell and The Amulet of Samarkand. ** New chapter every Friday. Feedback welcomed :)