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Burlesque for the Butcher When the velvet curtains fell on starlet Lana Rose’s final performance, the applause never reached her. She was found backstage lifeless, sequins scattered like shattered stars, and a single red rose laid across her chest. The whispers began before her body was even cold, a jealous castmate, a jilted lover, a debt unpaid. Eve Moreau never wanted the spotlight. Quiet, demure, a shadow at the edge of the stage until Lana’s death thrust her forward as the Rune Theater’s newest starlet. But with the corset comes the curse: the roses Lana once received begin ...

The night smelled like cider and smoke. Sweet enough to trick you, sharp enough to warn you. Every October, the town’s festival lights up with laughter, bonfires, and fear sold by the ticket. But this year, something in the dark is watching her. Jennifer has always been the quiet one the background in her friends’ stories, the girl who blends into candlelight and cider steam. Until the night of the festival, when a cracked porcelain mask turns toward her and everything changes. He doesn’t lunge from the shadows. He doesn’t play along. He only watches. And when she screams, he ...

The Diary of Elizabeth Tudor: The Virgin Queen offers an intimate and compelling glimpse into the life of one of history’s most iconic monarchs. Written from the perspective of a young Elizabeth, it chronicles her journey from her tumultuous childhood as the daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn to her rise to the throne as the last Tudor monarch of England. Through her eyes, readers witness the dramatic events that shaped her reign: the betrayals at court, the struggles for power, and the complex relationships with her siblings and suitors. As Elizabeth navigates the shifting tides of ...

History remembers Anne Boleyn at the moment England decided she mattered. She is most often introduced as a woman standing in the path of a king—ambitious, dangerous, luminous, and doomed. Her story, we are told, begins when Henry VIII notices her. This book disagrees. Long before England summoned her home, Anne Boleyn had already been shaped by power. Raised between Hever Castle and the courts of Austria and France, she learned early that daughters could be currency, that favor could be revoked without warning, and that women were often sacrificed quietly for the advancement of men. She ...

Some houses are alive. Some houses are hungry. Some houses never let you leave. When seventeen year old Elena Hawthorne arrives at Winter Rose Manor in the bitter winter of 1914, she believes she has lost everything: her mother to a wasting illness, her sister to a senseless accident, her father to a grief so deep it has hollowed him out. But the house her ancestors built is not empty. Its corridors remember. Its walls breathe. And in the hush between falling snow and shuttered rooms, something waits something that calls her by name. As Elena is drawn deeper into the manor’s labyrinth of ...

Embark on a journey through the captivating tapestry of Tudor history with Eleanor, a seasoned courtier entwined in the grand theater of power, alliances, and ambition during Henry VIII's reign. As the aftermath of Anne of Cleves' divorce ushers in a new era, Eleanor takes the inexperienced Katherine Howard under her wing. Witness the mentorship unfold, revealing Eleanor's protective instincts, sage counsel, and a front-row seat to the king's infatuation. In this meticulously researched historical narrative, explore the delicate dance of courtly life and the enduring impact of mentorship ...

In the wake of Katherine Howard's tragic fall, the Tudor court finds a new queen in Catherine Parr, a woman of intellect, resilience, and strategic acumen. Determined to leave her mark, Catherine navigates the complex and dangerous world of Tudor politics with grace and wisdom. Her arrival brings a fresh perspective to the court, forging bonds with Henry VIII's children and influencing their futures. Through the watchful eyes of Eleanor, a seasoned lady-in-waiting who has served all of Henry's queens, we witness Catherine's journey from reluctant bride to influential queen. Eleanor's ...

Anne's Gambit Eleanor Fitzroy's Courtly Odyssey in the Shadow of Anne of Cleves follows Lady Eleanor Fitzroy's journey through the intricate and politically charged world of Tudor court life. Set against the backdrop of King Henry VIII's grief over Jane Seymour's death and his subsequent marriages, Eleanor navigates courtly intrigues and bonds with the Tudor children, all while serving as Lady-in-Waiting to Anne of Cleves. As advisors push for Henry's remarriage, Eleanor becomes a steadfast confidante to Anne, guiding her through the complexities of court politics and aiding her in ...

Eleanor Fitzroy lady-in-waiting to Queen Catherine of Aragon. This story is about the bond between Eleanor and Catherine as they face the politics of court life. As well as Catherine's resilience amid Henry's pursuit of an annulment, depicting her unwavering determination and the lady-in-waiting's unwavering loyalty amidst the political upheaval.

In this second book we pick up where the first book ended. After making the hardest choice of her life Lady Eleanor Fitzroy is lady-in-waiting to Anne Boleyn. At first they get a rocky start but as the trouble following Lady Anne grows and Englands unrest grows their bond grows. Lady Eleanor follows Anne’s ascent to power, the complexities of her relationship with Henry, and the heart-wrenching events leading to her execution.

Into the Fire –Hellhounds MC, Book Two War has a way of changing people. Ivy never thought she’d be part of the chaos, but when the Hellhounds' clubhouse goes up in flames, she knows there’s no going back. She’s not just Ronan’s girl anymore she’s part of the fight. And this time, she’s ready to stand beside the man she’s come to love, even if it means walking through hell. Ronan “Red” O’Connell has always known the cost of loyalty, but after nearly losing everything, he’s ready to burn the Vultures to the ground. But as the stakes rise and the lines blur between ...

Amidst the grandeur of the royal court, Eleanor couldn't help but notice the emergence of Lady Jane Seymour—a demure figure whose unassuming grace seemed to capture the King's attention. As she observed the courtly exchanges, Eleanor's thoughts wandered, reminiscing on the bonds she had formed with the two Queens who had held the King's affections before. The familiarity of witnessing Henry's attention turning towards another lady stirred a quiet conflict within Eleanor—a mixture of empathy for Anne and Catherine, and an anticipation of the potential shifts that lay ahead in the ...

Sweet On You Callie Brooks bakes joy into every cupcake at the Bakery she works at, serving sweetness with a smile. But behind the blush apron and vanilla frosting swirls, her body is waging a war chronic pain and unpredictable flares that she hides with practiced grace. Baking is her safe place, her way of making the world brighter, even when her own feels dim. Logan Hart is a star on the ice, steady where his teammates are restless, his silence sharper than any chirp. But the quiet isn’t calm—it’s haunted. He’s never stopped blaming himself for the signs he missed, the teammate he...

Ella thought she was alone. Her quiet townhouse was her sanctuary, a place where she could curl up under her favorite blanket, lose herself in her favorite shows, and forget the world outside. But someone else has been watching. Someone who knows her routines, who whispers along to the lines she’s memorized, who moves her things just enough to make her doubt her own sanity. As the days blur together, her sense of safety unravels, each creaking floorboard, each misplaced mug, each shadow stretching a little too long becoming a reminder that she isn’t as alone as she thought. Because ...

Eighteen-year-old Ivy Callahan has spent her life trying to stay unnoticed. Shy, introverted, and focused on graduating high school, she keeps her head down and works nights at a small-town diner, saving up for a future far away from her dead-end hometown. But one fateful night, her quiet life collides with the world of the Hellbound Rogues MC. When her car breaks down on the way home, she’s forced to walk the darkened streets alone—until she stumbles into the path of Ronan “Red” O’Connell, a 21-year-old Irish biker with a reputation for trouble. The vice president of the local MC...

Caged Songbird Fallen Saints MC Book One He thought he’d seen every kind of broken. Until he heard her sing. Eden Marlowe has been running for years haunted by bruises that faded and the memories that never did. Music was the only piece of herself she managed to carry when she slipped out of Chicago in the dead of night. Now she waits tables in a forgotten Michigan town, trying to stay invisible. Callum Price is the Vice President of the Fallen Saints MC a man known for his quiet control and the scars he doesn’t talk about. He doesn’t do softness. He doesn’t do rescue. But the first...

They rule the school. They own the town. They’ve marked her as theirs. Belle Holloway has always kept to the shadows—quiet, careful, and invisible by design. But when her car breaks down one stormy night and the notorious Ash Kings come to her rescue, everything changes. Asher, River, Mathers, and Hayes are powerful, untouchable, and feared. No one knows what they want—until they set their sights on her. Whispers follow her down the halls. Teachers look the other way. And the boys? They don’t just protect her… they claim her. But as Belle is pulled deeper into their world of smoke...

Once upon a time, in a small, picturesque town nestled between rolling hills and lush forest. A group of friends stumbled upon an old asylum rumored to be haunted. The old asylum stands on the outskirts of town, perched atop a small hill, its once-grand architecture now weathered and worn.

She’s the sheriff’s daughter. He’s the outlaw watching her from the shadows. And Crimson Hollow is about to burn for them both. Lena Carson was raised to be perfect—polite, quiet, obedient. But behind the polished smile is a girl suffocating under the weight of secrets and bruises no one wants to see. Her father rules the town with a badge and a buried past… and Lena? She’s just another piece of his control. Rafe Maddox is the Sinful Devils' enforcer—cold, ruthless, and dangerously loyal. He swore he'd never get involved with a girl like her. But watching her break from the ...

"In the Shadow of the Ripper: A Love Story Tainted by Madness" transports readers to Victorian London, where Olivia, a determined female detective, finds herself entangled in the hunt for Jack the Ripper. As she delves deeper into the investigation, Olivia forms a bond with Jack, a charming man who hides a dark secret. Their burgeoning romance becomes complicated when Olivia discovers Jack may be the very Ripper she's been hunting. Caught between her duty and her love for Jack, Olivia must confront the devastating truth about the man she loves. "In the Shadow of the Ripper: A Love Story ...