shadow and bone

This is a story of betrayal, revenge and most of all, mystery. For the longest time, all I've ever known was... Darkness. I was born and brought up in a family of royals, in a world of thorns and scorn, hate and greed, lies and betrayal, selfishness and parasitism. It wasn't easy surviving on my own but I found my way, in the shadows where I belonged. Many would envy and seek out my lifestyle because it appeared luxurious, and glorious even but it really wasn't. I was trapped in a neverending fight for control and most of all, my life only to see my death encroach slowly, to the point I started having nightmares about it. I was even abandoned by my own father. Well... It didn't matter. Because at the end of the day, I survive in between the light and darkness. I survive... In the shadows.

Viktor Drichey has dedicated his life to becoming a magician. In his quest to end the world's pain and suffering and protect loved ones from him, he accidentally opens the door of a terror few sane men have ever seen: the door that gives access to the secrets of the world. death. Because necromancy promises despair for those who fail and unimaginable horrors for those who succeed. Shadow World tells the fate of this once noble man as he falls deeper and deeper into darkness. This intensely moving narrative leads the reader through looted cemeteries, where grave robbers carry out their macabre work, into the darkness of necromancy itself. The dead will rise from the graves. Fear the man who makes you walk

"How could you do something like this to me?" Jessica Blake cried"Was it really I who did it? " Jacob Wayne "You-" Mother-in-law said whilst staringly furiously at the man.“You want us to divorce.” Jacob then took out the piece of document and signed it in front of all of them. “So I’m giving it to you.” He then toss the signed divorce papers to them without a single word and walked away without looking back.

Monday Alpheus, son of the legendary Qualcom must meet the needs of the world he protect, gain their trust and be a better version of himself. Learning and understanding his abilities isn't all he will wrestle with on his journey, malicious villains as well await this hero. Villains of both his father and newly made! let see how the shadow of Qualcom can overcome this adventure of a lifetime.

Aji has always lived in misfortune. And often get bad treatment from those around him. Suddenly carried a huge load. That is to protect the Earth from destruction. Since he found out that he was a descendant of the Shadow clan who was in charge of protecting the earth. Aji is required to fight at the risk of his life to ensure the earth is not destroyed by the leader of the Milky Way galaxy from the battle of Ragnarok. Although Aji is assisted by spiritual beings who are passed down from generation to generation to the descendants of the shadow clan. But it was Aji who had no combat experience. Still feel difficult when fighting. He often almost lost his life while fighting. But Aji's persistence to protect the Earth and also protect Cecilia, the Goddess of Light, made him unyielding. Aji fought desperately. No matter how strong the enemy in front of him is, Aji still fights with all his strength. Until finally, Aji won the battle of Ragnarok. However, has Ragnarok really ended?

What did Sam find out? What do the horrific nightmares mean? Whose shadow does he keep seeing? After trying to hold on to his sanity that was lost along with his wife and child, Sam pushes himself into writing a new book based on the story of William, a young boy who haunts him day and night in Sam's newly purchased home. All the while the townspeople are looking down on him for not farming the land where the house is located, Sam discovers a mystery of abuse, accusations, and secrets.

The fight for power between the two kingdoms wreaked havoc on the common people, especially those who live near the border. One of them was Marie. The family was wiped out in plain sight by a prince who was always adored by many. Only she alone can escape the distress. How can she exact revenge when she's a nobody without anything special to offer hers?

"Meet Michael, an ordinary teenage boy who stumbles upon an extraordinary substance in his uncle's lab. Suddenly, he gains access to a system that unlocks incredible power, and with it, the fate of the world rests in his hands. When Earth falls under attack by the Alpha, an enigmatic species from a distant planet, Michael must use his newfound abilities to confront the invaders and unravel the mystery behind their assault. But as he journeys into the unknown, he realizes that his greatest strength might just be his own resilience, in a fight for survival that will test both his courage and his convictions."

As the King of Death in his previous life, Ainz Dorak was a formidable and fearsome ruler. He commanded an army of dark and terrifying creatures, instilling fear and awe in all who crossed his path. His power was unmatched, his reign absolute in the underworld. Despite his immense power and influence, Ainz Dorak could not escape the treachery and betrayal that ultimately led to his downfall. His enemies conspired against him, and so, he met his end, his power and glory fading into memory, so he thought, but something else happened at the point where he thought he had lost everything. Ainz suddenly woke up in a different place, another world to be precise, a world as cruel and twisted, and similar to his previous world, yet different. In this world, Ainz was rebirthed as an abandoned child of a noble, where he learns of the cruel fate of his reality. However, by chance, he was reincarnated with a system; The Shadow Monarch System, through the system, he lives the life of a Shadow Halfing turned Monarch, while making power his only reason for living. Following the path that has been laid out for him through the system, he would pave his path with his army of dark and terrifying creatures, as he snatched the lives of his enemies until he was once again called the king of death. ----------- [Congratulations! You have accepted Mark of the Shadows!] [You now bear a faint scent of Shadow!] [Shadows now recognizes you as their own!]

Theodore, a humble man whose life would suddenly turn with the falling star that guides his destiny. Guided by the wise man Eamon, Theodore will unlock mysteries that span from heaven to earth. Having endless support from his mother, at dawn, he starts his journey for his transformation—propelled by a call from heaven. In company with some of the finest companions—Compassionate Healer Mariel, Grieving Caleb, and Storyteller Aria—Theodore's journey through forest, valley, and town turns into a quest to inspire hope and unity. Their path takes them well into the mountains and then through the celestial gateway, which pitches them against deep personal trials, till they come out stronger in a world full of infinite possibilities. Dark defeat, proving one's worthiness at the Gate of Eternity—such is the mission to restore the balance of the celestial realm to Theodore and his friends. By his wise rule, as years pass, his children grow older, his daughter Lyra succeeds him to take over, leading the prosperous celestial kingdom with innovation and unity that radiates light into the legacy. But once again, their world is threatened because, in his dark obsession, Damien has managed to open up the gate of the underworld, causing chaos throughout the realm. Elara, a descendant of Theodore, rises to reclaim balance. Much braveness at the cost of sacrifice—she seals the gate, not allowing the works of her ancestors to go in vain. Then comes the turn of the kingdom heiress, Ariadne, guided by ancient prophecies that warn her of resurgent darkness. With the celestial relic, she leads her people in a final battle against encroaching shadows. And through sacrifice and unity, Ariadne attains lasting peace, thus defining her times: resilient and united against trials that forge the fate of their world.