Of Blood and Roses

Does anyone else feel a storm coming in? Ophelia does. Already grappling with her sister's carefully instilled mistrust of her, she's left to wriggle her way back into the good graces of the royal family with nothing but a supportive girlfriend on her side. But will the two reconcile? Or will they tumble into the rift separating them and never speak again? Is attending a party thrown by someone who tore your heart out the moment her second daughter was born worth it to see your sister again? Is befriending the man your sister's friend- who is his own issue entirely- hates a good decision? And can Ophelia venture to the other side of the storm? Content warning: This story will contain: Brief references to self harm Implied suicidal ideation Homophobia Deadnaming Emotional/mental abuse Implied physical abuse Mentioned death of parents Sibling death Fantasy violence Sexism and misogyny

"Please understand this, you are mine. I don't own you; you are not my property, but you are mine. Your body is mine-every curve, every scar, every shiver of your skin beneath my touch-it's all mine. Your heart beats to the rhythm of our love, and your soul is entwined with mine in a way that time and distance cannot sever," she spoke lowly and sternly, sending chills down my spine. "So, I swear to God, Ophelia, if you disobey my request again, there will be hell to pay." -------------------------------------------------------------- In Steady Falling Ophelia Laurier and Ciana DuPont embark on a journey of love, resilience, and growth. Their story is woven with moments of joy, deep challenges, and unwavering support. From their first encounter that sparked an unexpected connection, through the trials of family conflicts, personal trauma, and unrelenting external pressures, Ophelia and Ciana fight to build a life where their love can thrive. The bond they share transforms them both, helping them find strength in vulnerability and hope amidst uncertainty. As they overcome obstacles and celebrate milestones, they learn that love, when nurtured and defended, can transcend any boundary.

She was supposed to hate him. He was never meant to want her. When Ophelia enters the world of ruthless power games and blood-stained secrets, she expects monsters. What she doesn't expect is him-the man everyone fears. Cold. Cruel. Devastatingly seductive. A villain cloaked in charm and danger, who sees her not as an innocent bystander, but a pawn in his wicked game. But Ophelia isn't as fragile as she seems-and with every stolen glance, every dangerous touch, the line between enemy and obsession blurs. He breaks her rules. She shatters his control. And in the shadows of betrayal and revenge, something darker blooms: desire. As secrets unravel and loyalties twist, Ophelia finds herself spiraling into a world where love is war, pain is pleasure, and surrender might just be the most dangerous choice of all. In this dark and twisted romance, nothing is black and white-only red.

Thrust by duty into the world of monsters, sheltered Rowan is forced to marry fearsome rival warg alpha, Thrax. *** In a realm where darkness reigns and beasts roam, Rowan, sheltered daughter of a powerful monarch, faces the ultimate test of courage. Forced to wed a formidable foe, Thrax, alpha of the wargs, she must navigate treacherous terrain where love and duty collide. As Rowan grapples with the past and present, a new enemy emerges from the dark, thrusting her into the underworld. Pitted against all her worst fears, Rowan must choose to remain a child, or stare death in the face to save the monster she's come to love. Dive into a tale of passion, peril, and self-actualization in a world where survival means unlocking the truth of one's heart. A gripping tale of fated mates and werewolf fantasy romance, this story will keep you hooked till last page. If you loved SKY IN THE DEEP and A FATE INKED IN BLOOD then you're sure to enjoy this thrilling Tolkien-inspired fantasy romance. WARNING: This story contains depictions of violence, sex, and strong language that may be upsetting to some readers. Cover designed by Jeanine Croft

I am Dragomira Ivanovna. Let me tell you the story of how I became a vampire queen. Listen carefully. It is full of twists and turns, love, hate and secrets. Find out whose blood will be spilled and who will survive. "Hearts are wild creatures, that's why our ribs are cages." (Morticia Addams) Dragomira grew up in poverty. Brought into the shining lights of the royal court. She learned to crave power. And was forced to marry the cruel king everybody fears. Stuck between two men, brothers. Between the decision to save herself or her family. Between her desire to run away or to take the crown. Her mind fights the heart. And maybe she doesn't know who she is anymore and what she wants, because her present mingles with the past. And so, trying to escape her fate, she is once again thrown into the maelstrom of court intrigues and drawn into a plot to kill the king. Whose heart will be broken? Who will die? And who will sit on the throne? ___FIRST_DRAFT___ ♥ 12.04. 2025 - #4 in Highfantasy ♥ 16.04. 2025 - #3 in Highfantasy ♥ 25.06. 2025 - #2 in Darkfantasyromance

My fingers slid down his frangible ribs, subconsciously counting each one. I stared upon his scrawny figure. My hatred had quickly turned into guilt and embarrassment. The taste of my salty tears filled the corners of my lips; I had really been standing here for twenty minutes now. The path that lead me to this destination was unquestionably not a pleasing one. ♥️♣️♦️♠️♥️♣️♦️♠️ 🏰 Adelaide is forced to marry the prince from her neighbouring kingdom of Arcania... at least, that's what the prophecy of the envelope determines. Adelaide has gotten tired of being pushed around all her life; she decides to take matters into her own hands and ventures off to Arcania to plan her escape. Not expecting to find her fiancé's diary, she begins to read it. Her eyes are unveiled to the sins he has committed, or are they really his sins? Will Adelaide be able to escape the marriage she's forced into? Is there a deeper meaning behind her mistreatment? Does she end up changing her mind and falling in love with this mysterious man anyways? . . . I still need to proof read this one more so please point out any mistakes you find✨ 🃏This book consists of:🃏 ♦️Angst~ ♣️Abusive relationships ♥️Mental disorders ♠️Physical abuse ♦️Murder ♣️No smut ♥️Slight Fluff / 🧀 ♠️no harsh language/ cursing enjoy xx {I don't own any of the images used in this story; credit goes to all the rightful owners}

Being kidnapped is one thing. Being taken to a Kingdom full of immortal vampires, that's another thing. To everyone, Raven is nobody. If anything, she's an average 20 year old living in the Big Apple. Overlooked by everyone, even her own family, Raven is used to being a ghost. That was until Alec came to New York City. Sent by his family, the 143 year old vampire has a week to find her... His soulmate. He has one week to bring her home. One week to take her back to the Kingdom that one day he will rule. But who said bringing a beautiful mortal girl back to a Kingdom was easy? ♱ Sequel : Her Wicked Secret

It's hard NOT to fall in love with Jayden Pierce like the heroic earth angel Ophelia Lancaster has. The eminent photographer is strikingly handsome, humble, protective, and a sweet bonus: super freaking rich! But with so much perfection, there's bound to be drawbacks. It could be that she's so darn cagey. Or, it's her attraction of demons and their merciless overlords Ophelia's always to steer clear of. But will she sacrifice the love and happiness she's always dreamed of? Or the world her enemies plan to wreck for deviating Jayden from her true calling? ❖ AN ANGELIC DEVOTION is the first novel in a fantasy romance series jam-packed with racially diverse & unearthly beings, superhumanism, and kinky lesbian sex scenes. And it's guaranteed to be loved by fans of Twilight, X-Men, Supernatural, and 50 Shades of Grey! ❖ Featured on Fantasy's Romantasy Reading List on 9/27/2021! Upload date: May 2020 Finish date: August 2021 ❖ Legal warnings: An Angelic Devotion will only be accessible on this site and no others. If found anywhere else without the MY knowledge or permission, it'll be considered plagiarism, which is both an ethical offence and a legal matter. Copyright © by J. R. Ayler/JAyleriswriting All Rights Reserved. Published in 2020. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the author. ❖ CONTENT AND/OR TRIGGER WARNING: abuse, violence, pornographic content, death/dying, blood, mental illness.

In a world of those who have human and wolf blood, Ophelia is the daughter of a wolf hunter. There's just one thing that might cause trouble for that and that is Ophelia's growing relationship with a pack of wolves that live in the forest behind her house. Ophelia thought her life was going to be simple. Well, as simple as life could get when she just happened to be failing her job, her relationship and (the absolute bane of it all) mathematics. But oh, no, something far more deadly and sinister awaits Ophelia in the forest behind her home. Will she be able to discover how to save her new friends before something takes them from her forever? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Werewolves in England? Yeah, apparently stranger things did happen. Much, much stranger than I had ever thought of before, but strange nonetheless. At first, I thought I had simply been imagining it. As soon as I got into bed and stared up at my ceiling, I pinched myself just to establish that I wasn't, in fact, dreaming. I wasn't dreaming. Thus, I had to accept what I had seen in the forest as the cold, hard, truth- make that the warm, fuzzy, truth. Werewolves were real. It was either that, or I was completely losing it.

When a werewolf runt catches the eye of the infamous wolf prince, she can't tell if he desires her or hates her guts. For both their sakes, she hopes it's the latter. Heart of the Wolf Prince 1 *** Naomi Agnarys is a runt; an Invalid; a werewolf born of noble blood sidelined by a faulty heart. When her mother informs her that instead of competing in the Queenstrials--a competition where noble girls vie for the wolf prince's heart--she must serve as a maid in his palace, she thinks her life is over. But when the cold eyes of the prince turn to her, she realizes that she may have more power than she thought. And when attacks targeting the Queenstrials contestants begin within the palace walls, Naomi will have to rely on herself in order to uncover the lies, secrets, and hidden dangers lurking around every corner--all the while navigating the forbidden interest of her dark prince. After all, the wolf kingdom needs a queen. It's up to Naomi to fulfill her destiny--if she can survive long enough to do so.

[This is the old version of the story. The new version is now available and updating regularly.] Lawrence thought that Count Abbot was his soulmate...until he realized that his creator had abandoned him as a Fledgeling to pursue another human. - ⥽ ✟ ⥼ - Lawrence thought he found his soulmate in Count Abbotーuntil Abbot heartlessly abandoned him. Betrayed and furious, Lawrence resolves to seek revenge, but he knows that it requires more than blind rage; it demands cunning strategy. Discovering that Abbot has a history of callously discarding others before him, Lawrence meticulously plans his retaliation, gathering allies and plotting in secrecy. As Lawrence inches closer to his goal, he navigates a treacherous game of deception, always staying one step ahead of his former mentor. But with every calculated move, Lawrence feels the weight of his vendetta, wondering if revenge will truly bring him the closure he seeks. In a world where trust is scarce and betrayal lurks at every corner, he must confront the darkness within himself and decide if he's willing to sacrifice everything for vengeance. ✟ LGBTQ+ ✟ A Story of Revenge ✟ Vampires and Werewolves ✟ Word Count: 16,601 ─────────────────────────────────── ✵ NumenVerse year: 1350

"She has a smile that could end wars." Devyn Ackerman is the top student at the elite school of Arden, and is the third daughter of the king, Elijah Ackerman. Andrea transfers into the school and suddenly Devyn's top spot is jeopardized, and thus beginning their rivalry. Being from District 5, the lowest, Devyn starts to find Andrea to be mysterious, and tries to learn more about her. As they're caught up in competing for a ranking in school, their country is under attack by the Rahl's. Because Devyn is a part of the royal family, she learns of dark secrets of the past, and new threats. After an attack is carried out on the capital, all of their lives change. Will Devyn and Andrea fight it out as enemies or will their relationship blossom into friendship? Or even love? Will all the secrets eventually catch up to both of them? Will Devyn be able to save her country? Will love prevail?

18 chapters available • the rest are available on Patreon Book one in "The Reign of The Flame" series "If she became queen, she would be the end of us all." A disinherited princess and a kingdom on the verge of ruin. The birth of twins were once a joyous occasion in Vequera but in the year 602 C.E, it was anything but. A first-born daughter with a golden eye and a second-born son. The realm feared what the daughter would be capable of. None knew of her power or what she would do in the future if she became queen, so the throne was given to the second son in hopes he would save their house from possible ruin. Over the course of her life, she was neglected by her mother for being different like the "demons of the west." She began to harden as the years passed her by and the abuse she endured intensified until one day, she snapped, killing someone. The queen sends her away in order to keep the nobles at bay but little did she know that her decision to do so would cause the fall of everything she held dear. The fall of Vequera. Cover made by @glvendae MILESTONES 100 READS - 01/22/23 500 READS - 03/01/23 1k READS - 03/02/23 5K READS - 04/16/23 10K READS - 07/29/23 15K READS - 04/21/24 #14 in weneeddiversity - 02/01/23 #23 in dark fantasy - 04/17/23 #10 in sibling rivalry - 05/11/23 #1 in sibling rivalry - 05/16/23 #1 in dragons - 05/18/23 #2 in dark fantasy - 05/19/23 #58 in war - 06/27/23 © All Rights reserved by storiesbyandy

Earth angel Ophelia Lancaster has fallen in love with her celestial guardian Jayden Pierce who's still reserved as before. However, with little hope their relationship will grow how she wants, Ophelia broods over ways to mend her fractured heart. Of course cutting off all ties with Jayden is a viable first step. But that'd jeopardize her safety vital for vulnerable seraphim like herself, especially with pesky demons destructive than ever. Despite fearing that potential reality though, she's offered help against the Infernal Trinity from a questionable group she alone feels the Lion Society needs. She's been warned all her life to distrust outsiders. Yet, with the thrill of the unknown to distract herself from Jayden, she's tempted ignore the invaluable advice. And that's because she figures they can't be so bad. They are battling the same enemy after all. Plus, she's captivated by many new and exciting people, including a dreamy member determined to undo the toll Jayden's taken on her. Preoccupied with the trials of love, Ophelia's life changes in ways she never expected. But will she adapt in enough time to defeat the demon overlords still hungry for world domination? ❖ Legal warnings: A Diabolical Separation will only be accessible on this site and no others. If found anywhere else without the MY knowledge or permission, it'll be considered plagiarism, which is both an ethical offence and a legal matter. Copyright © by J. R. Ayler/JAyleriswriting All Rights Reserved. Published in 2022. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the author. ❖ CONTENT AND/OR TRIGGER WARNING: abuse, violence, pornographic content, death/dying, blood, mental illness.

They say love and pain go hand in hand. Love makes you whole, but the pain that comes from it either destroys you or makes you a monster.............. The Queen is dead. For the young princess Luna love was something that held great kindness and strength. Her mother, the queen always said so. But, all changes when Luna witness the death of her mother and the cruelty of her father. King Herald for love meant cruelty. Even when his wife the Queen died he didn't feel anything. Kingdom of Leucos needs to be seen strong, so he marries his secret mistress as soon he could. But, all actions have consequences. He just needs to control the young woman who is the heir but also might be the reason for his downfall. Princess Luna, tries to discover the death of her mother Queen Lucille . A beloved queen, a loving mother and a loyal wife. But, what there is more to this than that. After her father's sudden marriage Luna feels she is losing herself in the corridors of her own home. As if she never knew the man who she called her father. And, the other woman. The one who lurked in the shadows for so long comes to threaten the very thing she loves more than her mother and that is her kingdom. Will Luna be able to save the kingdom and her herself on time or she too will become one more dead royal?. It is a tale of treachery, blood, deception, betrayal and on top of it all it is a tale of Love. A deadly love.

In the glittering halls of Olympus College, Ophelia Merry was ready to disappear into the crowd - until a stranger ruined her dress and crowned himself her greatest antagonist or nemesis? Cassian Vale was the kind of boy parents warned their daughters about: rich, reckless, and untouchable. His cruel little taunt should have been the end of it. Instead, it was the beginning of a dangerous game neither of them could resist. When a vicious rumor gets Ophelia thrown out of the hostel, she's forced to move in with her new roommate - Cassian's sister. Now, her enemy is also her housemate. But what starts as endless banter turns into something she never expected. A party dare to seduce her becomes Cassian's undoing, and the lines between love and hate blur. Until the truth comes out. One fight. One night. One mistake - and Ophelia is in the hands of the same people Cassian has crossed. In Aurevia, love isn't just a risk. It's a weapon. And if they want to survive, they'll have to decide if they're willing to fight for each other... or watch it all burn.