truth be told mathew west

Synopsis/Blurb In the fog-shrouded early 1900s, former detective Thomas Blackwood receives a distressing letter from his estranged brother, Elijah, beckoning him to the enigmatic Shadow Isle. Determined to uncover the truth behind his brother's plea, Thomas embarks on a perilous journey to the Ghostly Archipelago, accompanied by his steadfast assistant, Amelia West, and the weathered Captain Jonathan Pike. Upon their arrival, they encounter the sinister Marcus Graves, a wealthy landowner with a chilling hold over the island and its inhabitants. Despite warnings to leave, Thomas presses on, driven by a thirst for redemption and justice. As Thomas delves into the island's murky past, he uncovers a web of secrets and lies, each revelation bringing him closer to the truth—and closer to danger. Haunted by visions of his brother and tormented by the restless spirits that roam the island, Thomas races against time to unravel the mysteries of the Ghostly Archipelago. But as tensions rise and alliances are tested, Thomas realizes that nothing is as it seems on Shadow Isle. Beneath the surface of deception and darkness lies a truth more sinister than he could have ever imagined—one that threatens to consume him and all who dare to uncover it. In a pulse-pounding showdown on the windswept cliffs of Shadow Isle, Thomas must confront Marcus Graves and the malevolent forces that seek to destroy him. With the help of Amelia and his newfound allies, Thomas must face his own demons and confront the ghosts of his past if he is to survive the mysteries of the Ghostly Archipelago.

Lana I never imagined that my life would change on a fateful night on my way back from work. Knocked unconscious by an unknown entity in the alley. The next time I opened my eyes. Boom!! I was told I was in Ancient Egypt. Crazy right? Follow the adventures of Lana Stone In Ancient Egypt as she tries to adjust to her new environment, know more about her identity, find her true love and unravel a thick conspiracy about the Egyptian gods.

Philip Scott's ordinary life spirals into chaos when he's framed for financial fraud by the powerful CEO Andrew Lane and his manipulative daughter, Jessica. Wrongfully convicted, Philip's world crumbles as he endures a harrowing 12-year prison sentence, grappling with feelings of betrayal and despair. Just when hope seems lost, an unexpected benefactor orchestrates his release, revealing a shocking truth—Philip is the long-lost heir to the colossal Aton Empire.Thrust into a web of luxury, deceit, and deadly secrets, Philip must navigate his new identity as Frank Aton. Under the stern guidance of his estranged grandfather, Barry Aton, he uncovers a dark conspiracy that links his past to the sinister machinations of Andrew Lane. With the aid of a dedicated private investigator, Clara Lewis, and armed with critical insider information from a loyal prison cellmate, Philip embarks on a perilous quest to expose the corruption that nearly destroyed him.In a high-stakes battle for power, revenge, and redemption, Philip Scott: The Lost Heir keeps readers on the edge of their seats. As alliances shift and deadly secrets are unveiled, one man's fight for justice becomes a pulse-pounding race against time to reclaim his legacy and bring his enemies to their knees.

Silver is a talented football player who has grown up with a deep sense of rejection and abandonment by his father. Despite having seen his father play football since he was a child, he has never approached him due to his mother's instructions. When Silver is admitted to Columbia University, New York, he is suddenly thrust into a world where he must face his father head-on, as he is the head coach of the university's football team. Silver also meets his half-brother, Lennon, and a group of friends known as "the crew." As he navigates this new chapter in his life, Silver discovers a new aspect of love and family that his mother had kept hidden from him. However, he finds himself struggling to keep the truth about his family hidden from everyone, and he must decide whether to come clean and risk losing everything he has gained or to keep the truth buried and continue living with the weight of his secrets.

Gem spend a life full of sufferings with no friends and family. He died in a horrible accident and when he woke up, he found himself in a world that he always wished for. He had an ideal life with an amazing family which loved him but all was fake. He received a guardian angel system that was there to help him get out of this fake world. But he was no ordinary human but the last dragon king. Thousands of years ago, a war broke between gods and dragons. The gods won this war and kidnapped the last remaining royal dragon in a fake world. As Gem now knew about this game, he was ready to get out of this to find the truth about him. He made a friend and he trusted her until he found she was none other but the founder of this world. He passed every world, he progressed from weak to strong and he was ready to take the throne that gods took from him. But there are mysteries and there are secrets. The reason why the war happened and why gods were afraid of him. Will he be able to fight against his demons and prove that gods were wrong or the world was going to burn because of his mad revenge?

Lynn Wolf got cheated on with his boss by his girlfriend, and looked down upon by everyone else. One day he realizes a truth about his life, and in an attempt to have revenge he lost his family leaving only his foster sister as the only family he has. One day, he heard a voice in his head claiming he was the new ruler of a revenge system, leaving him with no choice than to take over his right. Lynn is determined to take revenge on those who had hurt him, little by little until they all have been taken down.

Nick is the son of one of the heroes of the Lalan, one of the people who participated in a war of universes against pirates who subdued different worlds and then destroyed them. The Ungeziefer only went with beings from their land and half-breeds, since in a matter of two months someone of their race was already an adult thanks to the machines they had. Nick goes to the intergalactic academy because his father orders him to, since the war made him intensely paranoid, as not all the Ungeziefer had been eliminated. However, at the academy he begins to stand out and to generate envy among his peers for his knowledge. In the first week, he is promoted to second level cadet, most of the students of that institute do not like him and some try to make his life impossible. When he goes to his first mission in the company of the pilots who are going to graduate, his father dies strangely and that triggers a feeling of hatred and revenge towards the directors of the academy, as one of his classmates discovers the disturbing truth that hides this academy. This causes her to flout the rules of this place and earns the hatred of many people.

Seventeen years old and just starting his senior year at a new school in a new town. Beau Hayes, was looking forward to a normal life and doing things like making friends, getting a job, graduating, looking for colleges and finding a relationship. Unfortunately for Beau, a single night turns everything around. Waking up in the dead of night feeling different with new abilities and a hunger he had never felt before, Beau must now learn about his new transformation. He must undergo many trials to survive an ongoing war in a new word, avoid the vampiric council's radar after being illegally created, and find his creator to uncover the truth behind his creation. He was in for the time of his life, but not the time he expected nor wanted.

Franklin, a courier caught in a downward spiral of life's problems, finds himself tangled in the dark world after meeting Clara, a mysterious woman with hidden agendas. As he starts working for Clara, Franklin gets involved in drug trafficking and conflicts between criminal clans. However, when his own uncle, working with his enemies, kidnaps his brother, Franklin vows to seek revenge on the family that betrayed him. As he seeks justice for his murdered father, Franklin discovers that the truth comes at a high price, even if it means losing love and chances for happiness.

In a near-future world on the brink of destruction, the fate of humanity rests on the shoulders of the Pendulum Squad, a group of elite soldiers tasked with protecting the world from a new and dangerous threat. Led by Captain Jenna Williams, the squad must navigate treacherous terrain, outsmart their enemies, and make tough decisions that could mean the difference between life and death. As they journey across the globe, the Pendulum Squad faces new challenges at every turn, from hostile enemies to unexpected allies. But when Jenna discovers a shocking secret that threatens to upend everything she knows about her team and their mission, she must race against time to uncover the truth and prevent a catastrophic disaster. With each passing day, Jenna and her team are pushed to their limits, as they confront betrayal, sacrifice, and the consequences of their actions. As the stakes get higher and the danger intensifies, the Pendulum Squad begins to crack under the pressure, and Jenna is forced to make difficult decisions that could cost her team everything they've worked for. In the heart-pounding conclusion, Jenna and her squad face their toughest challenge yet, as they confront their enemies in a showdown that will determine the fate of humanity. Will they emerge victorious and save the world from destruction, or will they fall to the forces of evil and doom humanity to a grim and uncertain future?