elspeth catton

[ HAITUS: WILL PLAN AND REWRITE NEXT YEAR. ] “Oh, pitiful soul, who had lost everything. Do you wish for revenge?” A seductive voice whispered in Elspeth's ear as she lay on the ground, hovering between life and death. “Yes.” Elspeth is the last survivor of the Werewolf Fire Clan and becomes the Chosen One of the Moon Goddess. She was raised as a sweet and innocent girl until she received the necklace that belonged to her dead mother. Then her life turned upside down. A forgotten history of her Clan’s massacre forces Elspeth to take revenge with the help of the Moon Goddess’s artifact — The Ace Smacker. From then on, a naive girl transformed into one of the fiercest warriors to ever exist. How could she escape from the cruel reality when she’s the calamity itself? Will love change her mind? Join Elspeth’s adventure as she embarked on a perilous journey to become the strongest Werewolf in the realm. [UNEDITED] [HIATUS]

It's spring 1942. Caroline Graham is six months pregnant, overweight, irritable, and most decidedly bored with her "delicate" condition. She hates being tied down and resents her husband Cyril and her cousin Edward for being off on assignment and having fun while she's confined to the village. She grows more restless each day, and her good friend and confidant Leslie Atwater does his best to boost her spirits but fails miserably. What Caroline needs is a problem to solve, "something juicy" to challenge her mind. And, of course, that's exactly what she gets.<br><br>Be careful what you wish for.<br><br>First there's a rash of poison pen letters circulating in the village. Librarian Elspeth Hunter receives a letter, and is the first to die, presumably by her own hand. Other deaths follow. Are the sudden deaths connected to the letters? As weeks pass and the bodies mount, Caroline and Leslie discover a pattern that suggests something more sinister is at work. With Leslie's help, Caroline must use all her cunning and put her life at risk to uncover a cold-blooded murderer -- a remorseless killer who continues to raise the stakes in a deadly game of malice.

The final ingredient to finding true love is one teaspoon of lies. **** On her 18th birthday, Elspeth's world was shattered after a one-night stand left her pregnant. The child's father, Alan, betrayed her by revealing his alliance with her scheming half-sister, Heather, who aimed to steal Elspeth's position as heiress. To protect their family’s reputation, her parents sent her away in disgrace. Years later, Elspeth returns, determined to reclaim her place and exact revenge on those who wronged her. But her family’s pressure to marry complicates things. Desperate to dodge a blind date, she impulsively kisses Castiel Stepanov, her daughter's teacher, using him as a convenient escape. When a key investor insists on meeting her husband, Elspeth sees an opportunity and proposes a fake marriage to Castiel. Castiel, a powerful Russian business mogul and part-time elementary teacher, has his own hidden agenda. Traumatized by witnessing the murder of his family, Castiel’s life has been driven by the desire for revenge. Unbeknownst to Elspeth, her father is responsible for the tragedy that destroyed his family. Eager to destroy Elspeth's life, Castiel agrees to the sham marriage, intent on ruining her and her father. As their fake marriage progresses, hidden truths and deep-seated wounds begin to surface. Can Elspeth balance her desire for vengeance with her need to protect her heart, her daughter, and her empire? And will Castiel follow through with his plan for revenge, or will love and the weight of the past consume them both? _______ TROPES: One night stand. Pregnancy. Contract/Fake Marriage. Win her back. Betrayal x Revenge. Medium-paced romance. Family. First person (dual perspectives) ______ IG: @ebynamani TT: @eby.namani ____ Disclaimer: Book cover image isn't mine.

Darrell after the death of his parents when he was just 8, was taken away from Monaserus for his safety by his uncle Jack. Jack teleported him to Los Angeles to live in an orphanage home, where Darrell was until he was brought back to Monaserus. Darrell has the destiny to fulfill which is to safe Monaserus from the claws of the evilly determined Norma Elspeth, who also is the killer of Darrell's parents. Darrell has to save Monaserus and also avenge his parents' death. How far will Darrell go? And do you think he will be able to defeat Norma Elspeth? Alyssa in the search of her true identity falls in love with Darrell and their encounter awakens the secrets of the magical land of Monaserus. It's all about adventure, magic, love, and passion. check it out and awaken your soul to the magical mole.:) _________________**________________ This story is still under editing so in case you bump into confusing words just bear with me but if I case u find anything good enough to improve my story don't hesitate to let me know. I always try to make updates on this story so follow me so you won't miss a thing. Love you guys.

Book 1: "The Orphan Mage" In a small village on the outskirts of the kingdom, a young orphan girl named Elspeth dreams of a life beyond the poverty and hardship of her current existence. One day, she discovers she has magical powers and is whisked away to a school for young mages. At school, Elspeth struggles to fit in and keep up with her studies. She is determined to prove herself and becomes friends with a group of other misfit students. Together, they explore the mysteries of magic and uncover a dark plot that threatens the kingdom. As Elspeth trains to become a powerful mage, she must confront her own fears and insecurities. She is tested in ways she never thought possible and learns the true meaning of friendship and loyalty. With the help of her friends and mentors, Elspeth begins to realize her potential and the role she must play in the destiny of the kingdom. Elspeth's journey is not an easy one, and she faces many obstacles along the way. Her mentor, a stern and powerful mage named Master Rhys, pushes her to her limits, and she struggles to keep up with the other students, many of whom have more experience and skill than she does. But Elspeth is determined to succeed, and she throws herself into her studies. She discovers a talent for elemental magic, and her ability to control the elements quickly becomes the envy of her classmates. She also befriends a group of other misfit students, including a boy who can talk to animals, a girl who can read minds, and a boy who can manipulate shadows. Together, Elspeth and her friends uncover a plot by a rogue mage who seeks to overthrow the kingdom and rule with an iron fist. Elspeth realizes that her powers may be the key to stopping him, and she begins to train harder than ever before. Along the way, she discovers a deep connection to the magic that flows through her, and she begins to understand her place in the world. "The Orphan Mage" is the first book in a series that will take readers on a thrilling journey through a magical world full of danger and intrigue. It is a story of friendship, determination, and the power of believing in oneself.

Darrell after the death of his parents when he was just 8, was taken away from Monaserus for his safety by his uncle Jack. Jack teleported him to Los Angeles to live in an orphanage home, where Darrell was until he was brought back to Monaserus. Darrell has the destiny to fulfill which is to safe Monaserus from the claws of the evilly determined Norma Elspeth, who also is the killer of Darrell's parents. Darrell has to save Monaserus and also avenge his parents' death. How far will Darrell go? And do you think he will be able to defeat Norma Elspeth? Alyssa in the search of her true identity falls in love with Darrell and their encounter awakens the secrets of the magical land of Monaserus. It's all about adventure, magic, love, and passion. check it out and awaken your soul to the magical mole.:) _________________**________________ This story is still under editing so in case you bump into confusing words just bear with me but if I case u find anything good enough to improve my story don't hesitate to let me know. I always try to make updates on this story so follow me so you won't miss a thing. Love you guys.

Zoe Bell was the foster daughter of the Bell Family. On the night she was thrown out, her fiancé was already wrapping his arm around his new love, making headlines in the entertainment news. Afterwards, Zoe found herself caught in one scandal after another, all because she was seen with the most powerful man in Capital City. Everyone sneered, convinced she was nothing more than a fleeting plaything for Mr. Hale. But little did they know that from the very first moment when he laid eyes on her, Mr. Hale had only one thought - He was going to seize love with boldness! - People were all waiting to find something to mock Zoe about, so they intentionally asked William Hale what relationship he was holding with Zoe Bell. Mr. Hale merely laughed and said, "Maybe I haven’t tried hard enough, because after being married for so long, Mrs. Hale still refuses to announce it publicly or give me my rightful title." It was a night with thick, humid air, Zoe was left breathless as William kissed her with arms firmly wrapping around her waist. His voice was low and scorching, “Mrs. Hale, am I trying hard enough?” Zoe gritted her teeth - He was trying way too hard! 【See how the aloof CEO falls for love】 【Love After Marriage】

Wu Wei, who was once a fishman for the Queen of the Sea, awakened one day and unexpectedly acquired the Tycoon System. One yuan could be spent as ten thousand!!! (Yuan is the unit of account of RMB, which is the official currency of China) Thus, the balance of a little over ten thousand in his card instantly turned into more than a hundred million! However, this money could only be spent on high-scoring goddesses! Therefore, Wu Wei began his wild spending spree. Under his aggressive financial onslaught, all sorts of goddesses fell one after another. The white moonlight he'd been secretly in love with for years, the mature and sexy school beauty, the innocent and cute schoolgirl, the livestreamer with off-the-charts beauty, the delicate and soft dancing goddess, the dazzling top female star... Sorry, but I've monopolized all the goddesses!

After the disaster, there wasn't enough food, so I used my superpower to farm, striving together with my childhood friend for a better life.

[1V1, sweet doting, pure in body and mind] After one night of indulgence, she took on a mysterious bigshot. Afterwards, she slipped away, but he became addicted from just one taste. Rumors had it that he was a financial heir who could cover the sky with one hand, a beast that would devour people without spitting out their bones, yet he doted on her to the point of obsession. "BOSS, the young madam has been taken advantage of." "Oh, acquire that company." "BOSS, the young madam beat up a Hollywood A-list star." "Oh, send over some medicine, her hand must be hurting from the punch." "BOSS, the young madam was confessed to." With a cold laugh, he carried her straight to the Civil Affairs Bureau. Finally, one day, she was cornered in bed and fought back fiercely, "Why are you everywhere? I can't live like this anymore, I want a divorce!" He pinned her down on the bed, "If you want to divorce, fine, the house is yours, the car is yours, the buns are yours, I, too, am yours."