truth be told mathew west

Betrayal is the only truth that sticks... Ryker Steele, a C-Grade interstellar bounty hunter was left for dead by the very people he worked for. Drifting in the endless void of space, he was beamed by an unknown cruiser and found himself in the care of a peculiar man. "Let's conquer the cosmos together and along the way, you'll have your revenge on the association." He receives a power unlike any other from a mysterious being. Will he get his revenge? Or will he find a new purpose in his life? Join Ryker as he sets out on his adventure spanning several galaxies. *Cover art does not belong to me*

In the world of Thalassia, where some are born with extraordinary abilities, Jack Craig was an elite operative tasked with bringing down a nefarious group sowing unrest. On a solo mission against these elusive forces, he encountered something far beyond imagination - an event that cost him his life. Now, Jack's son Jayden, a 16-year-old who has yet to awaken any powers, is thrust into a realm of despair. The truth behind his father's mysterious death lies shrouded in a world of incredible dangers that Jayden seems ill-equipped to face. As an ordinary teen without abilities, how can he hope to find the secrets that led to his father's demise? Driven by a burning need for answers, Jayden must embark on a treacherous journey that will push him to his limits. In a reality where the extraordinary is the norm, he must find strength within himself to confront forces that defy comprehension. With every step, he risks uncovering truths that could shatter his understanding of the world he knows. Jayden's quest is not just a search for justice but a fight for survival in a world where the line between the possible and the impossible has been erased. Can an awakening unlike any other be sparked within him, or will the truth about his father's fate forever remain out of reach?

She was the price her father and her kingdom would pay, she had the royal blood that he needed. He was a tyrant and she knew it, tales told it, yet she decided against running away and facing the monster whom she feared would devour her. Tables turned when he wanted more than to devour her body and soul and also when the truth came out. Would she truly serve her purpose to him? Or would she be another worthless human threading dragon grounds?

This is a new world, only remotely similar to the one in which our ancestors lived 600 years ago. The novel is set on the planet Gamelan in the kingdom of Magoria. Now the planet is engulfed in a great war. The king fights on three fronts, allied with the mountain clans and lords of the eight duchies to defend the north, west and east of Magoria from the enemy hordes. The fact that in a few years the war will be lost is known only at court. Far to the south of the Old Sea, no battle rages. Here, on the islands, peasants and miners live in peace; but sooner or later everything comes to an end. The enemy is preparing an invasion of the archipelago in order to capture the Riklia mines and destroy the few settlements. At the same time, a man sails to the island of Mirkhold, whose appearance can turn the tide of the war. The only trouble is that the stranger also does not wish people well.

Alexander Bourne: A mysterious man. He was the best mercenary, most talented businessman. He built a business empire when he was young, he was the king of the underground world, leading all the mafias. However, it all because his family was killed when he was just 7, all he wanted is finding the truth and avenge.

A group of people are forced to take shelter in Scarville, a city never found years ago after the Second World War. Sean Barnabas is led to an old abandoned house by the ghost of a child and tries to uncover the truth about Scarville's past. Sean finds himself at the orphanage with no door or window to exit. He fights off creatures until he encounters the illusion of a young girl being harassed by security guards. Sean learns the shocking truth about the mayor's connection to the children's deaths and decides to reveal the truth. Will Sean be able to reveal the truth to everyone? Will SCARVILLE be free from their curse after realizing the truth? or Sean will have to sacrifice his life in the process of finding the truth?

Deltrey's voice cracked, and he swallowed hard before muttering, "I... I have no idea what you are talking about, I swear!" Nathan leaned in closer, his eyes inches from Deltrey's face. "Are you going to tell me that you have no idea about the bomb that your company created? Tell me the truth!" In the dangerous world of the Amber family's, Nathan's parents met their demise in a brutal power struggle. But Nathan, believed to be dead, underwent a secret transformation, becoming a Master of Business, medicine, combat, and the arcane arts. To protect himself from ruthless rivals, he faked his own death and assumed the role of a humble son-in-law to Karina Blackwood. Beneath this facade, Nathan wields extraordinary power, commanding loyal subordinates and nurturing a burning desire for vengeance. His unwavering purpose was to avenge his parents’ tragic fate. Join Nathan in this gripping journey through a world of deception, power, and unwavering determination, where his quest for justice has the potential to reshape the underworld's destiny. Read to find out In this thrilling tale of intrigue and retribution.

Picked from the gutter, he felt alive knowing at least he can get a drop of water to quench his dried throat not knowing the worst is about to befall him, this is no other person than Scandious. Scarlett who despised him with passion swore to make his life a living hell at all costs. For no just reason, he was Chased out of the house there and then, he realized what they had been saying is nothing but the truth "He's a cursed child". Determined to end his ill-fated life, he went to the mountain there he meet a man named Zack who saw the sadness in his eyes and took him in. One faithful morning he meet a young man who addressed him as the Crown Prince of the great Chankus empire bowing consecutively for him. Scandious walked away, calling him an insane man not ready to believe such lies, not somebody as poor and worthless as him. After much persistence, he gave it second thoughts and he was taken to the palace, seeing such a gigantic building frightened him the most. With time, he came to understand he was the Crown Prince which got him excited knowing his sad days are gone and replaced with joy. All this was cut short when a sudden attack was launched on him with a warning to leave the palace as soon as possible else he will be a dead man as if that wasn't enough, he discovered they tried murdering him three years ago. Who do you think is behind it and what's the King saying about it?

Kevin Walker, a young man who was the son of a servant, was forced to get married with his master, Nira Smith, who was the Lady CEO of a multimillionaire company with a cold personality. As he was poor, he had to be harassed by his in-laws everyday. Even though Nira protected him we'll, sometimes she was also frustrated because of him. They were just a couple in name. Kevin on the other hand, was actually a house husband, who did everything from run errands to house chores. But in the end of the day, he still got the tag "useless". One day, Nira angrily told him, " How can you be like that? Don't you have any dignity? " Kevin was so unhappy that he left the house and suddenly a person came near him and bowed, "Young Master... "

"Who is Mr. Maximilanno in Avrilla city?" This was the question every business owner and affluent person in Avrilla city asked. Mr. Maximilanno seemed to be the sole owner of the entire city and everyone wanted to curry favour with him as much as everyone despised Ric, a lowlife ex- convict. ******** Ric is the live-in Son in-law of the Steffanina family, he answers Ric Mariano but his documents carry Ric Maximilanno after his mother and him are kicked out of the Mariano Mansion in Westmoreland county fifteen years ago. Ric serves a jail term for his wife's father's sake in a bid to make her love him better but she leaves him in Jail, when he's released he discovers his wife is remarried. Hurt and broken he attacks the groom, he is beaten up and left to die but someone saves him. He wakes up to a new knowledge.  He is the Dragon heir. Ric continues to hide his identity under his mother's last name Mariano while everyone in the city searches to find and please Mr. Maximilanno. His disguise would enable him to take revenge on all those who looked down on him and know those who are true to him. He marries again but this time not for love but for more power and dominance. His signature is needed to approve the next Mayor of the city; the same position his ex-father in-law is campaigning for. If his ex-wife checks her divorce certificate she would know the truth, if his jailers check the conviction details they would know and if his new wife checks her marriage contract she would know. Find out if anyone would be that detailed to check and discover who the only man with the Maximilanno last name in Avrilla city is.