truth be told mathew west

"You think you can stop me, Aiden? You're nothing but a pawn in this game." Malrik's voice echoed through the cold, sterile darkness of the virtual world, laced with malice. "In The Abyss, I am the ruler. And you will fall, just like everyone else." Aiden Cross never wanted to return to The Abyss. But when his sister’s mysterious death resurfaces in the form of a cryptic message, he’s pulled back into the deadly virtual world he tried to escape. Now, he must navigate shifting alliances, face dangerous enemies, and confront a hidden AI that holds the key to everything. But with every step, the line between reality and illusion blurs—each move he makes seems to play into the hands of the malevolent forces that control it all. In the fight to uncover the truth and save humanity, Aiden will have to decide: is he a hero, or is he just another pawn in a game he doesn’t understand? But when the virtual world begins to merge with reality... Will Aiden be able to stop Malrik before it’s too late? Or will the game consume him entirely? The countdown has begun. The question is... who will survive the game?

Arthur devoted everything to his wife, Isabelle, only to be discarded like trash. She used him, mocked his "lowly" status, and left him for a billionaire heir, thinking she had won the ultimate prize. But what she never knew? Arthur was the true heir to the city's greatest fortune. When the truth surfaced, Arthur didn’t look back—he rose to power, becoming the richest man in the city. He had even caught the heart of Karen Darwin, the breathtaking billionaire princess, who fell for him, not his wealth. Now, as Arthur basks in wealth and love, Isabelle learns the brutal truth—and the regret is unbearable. She lost the man who had everything she ever wanted. But it’s too late. Arthur had already won.

Behind the glitter of Sydney, Leonard “Leo” Haynes, a former detective turned night cab driver, is caught up in a vast conspiracy after a mysterious passenger leaves behind a briefcase containing a dangerous secret. When his past comes back to haunt him, Leo must choose: uncover the truth or save himself. But can he survive when the enemy is around every corner?

Ghosts.. Demons.. Monsters.. are they real? You might've heard about them from movies and tv shows. Hell! you might've sensed them under the covers of your sheets. Scared, you might've reported this to your parents as a child who only dismisses this as a childish tantrum and told you that it was going to be alright. Told you to not be afraid.. However should you? Hell no! You should be afraid! because these monsters are not just a figment of your imagination.. they are real! Believe me, I know this because I hunt them down myself! I am Jason Chris.. A Mystique Hunter! . . I retain copyrights to the book cover

In the shadowy depths of a small industrial town in 1923, Silas Granger, a 35-year-old disillusioned journalist turned private investigator, struggles to rebuild his life after years of regret. When Eleanor Wickham, a resilient 28-year-old widow, approaches him with cryptic documents she found among her late husband’s belongings, Silas is drawn into a dangerous web of corruption, betrayal, and lies. The documents point to Caleb Hartwell, a powerful 50-year-old industrialist, whose empire hides a dark conspiracy tied to bootlegging, bribery, and murder. As Silas and Eleanor dig deeper, they find themselves hunted by Jasper Crowe, a ruthless 37-year-old enforcer, while seeking help from the morally ambiguous 45-year-old detective Wyatt Draven, who holds pieces of the truth but may be playing both sides. With time running out, their fight for justice takes them from smoky speakeasies to secluded estates, culminating in a high-stakes confrontation that could bring the conspiracy to light—or bury them in the ashes.

In a world ruled by ancient bloodlines, 18-year-old Kael longs for freedom beyond the walls of his isolated mountain village. Unknown to him, he carries the bloodline of the legendary Phoenix—a powerful entity feared and revered by kingdoms. When his dormant powers awaken after a tragic event, Kael becomes the target of hunters, kings, and even gods. Forced to flee, Kael must navigate a treacherous world filled with betrayal, ancient relics, and forbidden love. Along the way, he discovers the truth about his past and his role in a prophecy that could either save or destroy the world. Will Kael embrace his destiny as the Phoenix’s heir, or will the flames consume him before he has the chance?

Three years ago, a once-mighty warlord married the heiress of a powerful family to honor his late grandfather’s will. What was meant to be a shield of protection soon turned into a personal hell. Weakened and stripped of his former glory, he became the target of scorn and cruelty from his wife’s family. When betrayal struck from those closest to her, tearing apart everything she had built, walking away seemed like the only option. But her husband refused to give up—on their marriage, on her, or on himself. With the brilliant mind and tactical genius that once made him a legend, he vowed to take back everything that had been stolen. Amid family intrigue, hidden conspiracies, and enemies lurking in the shadows, they uncover a truth: true strength isn’t found in the body, but in an unyielding heart. And as betrayal pulls them closer, could the love they’ve long ignored finally take root?

Anthony De Luca, an unassuming young man working a regular job and struggling with heartbreak, discovers a shocking truth about his bloodline. After a humiliating breakup with his manipulative girlfriend Catherine and a series of violent run-ins with a powerful man named Felix, Anthony is forced into a confrontation that unveils the life he never knew he had. When Victor, a mysterious figure from his past, reveals that Anthony is the heir to the De Luca family—a notorious crime syndicate led by his late grandfather, Don Lorenzo De Luca—his world is turned upside down. Anthony learns that Felix and Catherine were never truly interested in him, but were part of a larger plot to keep him unaware of his heritage and prevent him from assuming control of the family business. As enemies close in, Anthony must navigate the dangerous world of organized crime while grappling with his newfound identity as the rightful leader of the De Luca clan. With the help of Victor and his loyal friend Jake, Anthony is thrust into a world of power, betrayal, and revenge. But the biggest battle he faces is deciding whether he is ready to embrace his legacy or walk away from it all. The De Luca Heir is a thrilling tale of self-discovery, revenge, and power, as a young man learns the price of loyalty, the weight of family legacy, and the hard truth about the life he was always meant to lead. Will Anthony rise to claim his birthright, or will the enemies that have been plotting against him destroy everything he holds dear? And what if he finds out that Jake, his best friend, might not be on his side?

In a city shrouded in corruption, a mysterious figure known only as "The Employer" has been secretly manipulating the economy, leaving a trail of oppressed citizens in their wake. Enter Kael, a skilled and resourceful operative, tasked with uncovering the truth behind The Employer's sinister schemes. As Kael delves deeper into the mystery, he discovers a web of deceit and corruption that reaches the highest echelons of power. With the help of a cryptic informant, Kael must navigate the treacherous landscape of corruption and deceit to bring The Employer to justice and free the city from their grasp. But as the stakes grow higher, Kael begins to realize that The Employer's true identity may be more shocking than he ever could have imagined.

“When the line between truth and destruction blurs, only one remains: Choice.” Amidst the eternal conflict between the heavenly realm and the realm of darkness, a man named Lin Fengtian-half god, half demon-emerges as the key to the fragile balance. With his conflicting blood heritage and destiny pressing in on him, he must prevent a war that will destroy all of existence.