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Reborn Princess Became A Superstar in Modern Days

Reborn Princess Became A Superstar in Modern Days

Having brought up her younger siblings in troubled times and guiding her younger brother to the throne, Xia Wanyuan is the most legendary eldest princess in the history of the Xia Dynasty. When this eldest princess opens her eyes, she finds herself in a world a thousand years into the future. While she is still called "Princess", it's only a nasty jeer imparted on her as a mockery for her arrogant connections within the entertainment industry. So what if you were rich? In the end you've fallen to a status far lower than any beast! In response, Xia Wanyuan promises that a day would come when they will sincerely call her Princess. Everyone laughs at her, waiting to see the day when she'll be abandoned by the wealthy and affluent. Handsome yet aloof, President Jun Shiling is known only for his success in the corporate world with a demeanor cold enough to cut through ice. He has just one thing to say: Take the one hundred million divorce fee and leave quickly. Two years later, the eldest princess is a two-time winner of a prestigious acting award. The darling of the fashion world, she has become a style icon who is also proficient in the four classical arts. As an all-knowing professor in both literature and poetry, she is also a professor in two departments at the most renowned institute of higher learning. The Olympics? Gold medals are a dime a dozen when considering her skills in fencing and shooting. Her name is spread all over the world and she is filled with an unprecedented glory never bestowed upon any other. The CEO who wanted a divorce at the start refutes on television: "How dare anyone spread rumors about our divorce? My dearest wife, can we have another child?"
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1612 Chs
Getting a Technology System in Modern Day

Getting a Technology System in Modern Day

For others it takes dying and reincarnating for them to get a system but what happens when you get one without dying? Aron Michael is an average student set to graduate within a week, but he was expelled for a random reason. Due to that, he had heavy student debt and no diploma to help him earn the money to pay it back. But one day he got a system that called itself the [Advanced Tech System]. follow the story to watch him develop from your average Joe to him being the owner of the largest company in the world. Discord server is open: https://discord.gg/KptypY8dGh ********************************************DISCLAIMER************************************************ This book is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, and incidents are either the product of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual companies is purely coincidental. The portrayal of names, characters, positions, and companies in this book is entirely fictional and not intended to represent real-life counterparts. All content in this book that may share names, characteristics, positions, or companies with real-life entities is purely coincidental and does not indicate any conflicting part to their real-life counterparts. The author and publisher do not have any intention to defame, discredit, or infringe upon the rights of any individual, company, or entity mentioned in this book. This book is meant for entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as factual or a representation of real-life events or people.
4.2
863 Chs
Hayle Coven Novels

Hayle Coven Novels

I’m an international, multiple award-winning author with a passion for the voices in my head. As a singer, songwriter, independent filmmaker and improv teacher and performer, my life has always been about creating and sharing what I create with others. Now that my dream to write for a living is a reality, with over a hundred titles in happy publication and no end in sight, I live in beautiful Prince Edward Island, Canada, with my giant cats, pug overlord and overlady and my Gypsy Vanner gelding, Fynn. ***WORLD'S BEST STORY2014*** Her mom's a witch. Her dad's a demon. And she just wants to be ordinary. I batted at the curl of smoke drifting off the tip of my candle and tried not to sneeze. My heavy velvet cloak fell in oppressive, suffocating folds in the closed space of the ceremony chamber, the cowl trapping the annoying bits of puff I missed. I hated the way my eyes burned and teared, an almost constant distraction. Not that I didn't welcome the distraction, to be honest. Anything to take my mind from what went on around me. Being part of a demon raising is way less exciting than it sounds. Sydlynn Hayle's teen life couldn't be more complicated. Trying to please her coven is all a fantasy while the adventure of starting over in a new town and fending off a bully cheerleader who hates her are just the beginning of her troubles. What to do when delicious football hero Brad Peters--boyfriend of her cheer nemesis--shows interest? If only the darkly yummy witch, Quaid Moromond, didn't make it so difficult for her to focus on fitting in with the normal kids despite her paranormal, witchcraft laced home life. Add to that her crazy grandmother's constant escapes driving her family to the brink and Syd's between a rock and a coven site. Forced to take on power she doesn't want to protect a coven who blames her for everything, only she can save her family's magic. If her family's distrust doesn't destroy her first.
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803 Chs
Captured By The Cold Detective (BL)

Captured By The Cold Detective (BL)

[CRIME/OMEGAVERSE] Was it possible for the devil to get his own happy ending? A major accident seven years ago had stolen He Juan’s memory away from him, wiping it so clean that the only things he were left with were only his name, numerous scars all over his body and a nasty side effect as a result of the aftermath. Seven years passed by and when He Juan thought he could live like a normal person again, a fateful day led him to be the prime suspect of the murder case of his neighbor who had written his name as her dying message — whom, in his defense, he had not even talked to! It was then that he met Mu Yuze, the lone wolf of the Violent Crime Investigation Unit; the cold, intimidating man with beautiful and intense midnight blue eyes who seemed to hate him at first sight for some reason He Juan couldn’t comprehend. One after another, bizarre cases intruded on He Juan's normal life and turned it upside down, bringing light to a dusty past he thought he could never remember again. In the end, he had to learn that even if he had forgotten who he once was… there were still some sins he had to atone. *** Gentle, klutzy and smiling Alpha whom nobody dares to offend for some mysterious reason x cold, possessive and cinnamon roll Omega (maybe a little yandere here and there) Additional tags: top/gong/seme protagonist, action, case-solving, organized crime, thriller, gore, slice of life, tragedy, detectives, disabled characters, murders, teamwork, investigation, yaoi, mature, past plays a big part, 1 vs 1, love interest falls in love first Find me on: Instagram: delanasiwarka Discord: delanasiwarka#1490 Discord server: bit.ly/delanadiscord
4.8
734 Chs
Smith and Wesen: A Modern Blacksmith's Magical Reincarnation

Smith and Wesen: A Modern Blacksmith's Magical Reincarnation

"You're just a Nenner! A glorified blacksmith! You can't possibly stand up against a Zahler's elemental power!" "As if that'll stop me! A Zahler might have the elements under their control, but that won't matter if I have a Seigel-riddled weapon for every occasion!" ⬛⬛⬛ Wesen... the innate power within that allows a person to manipulate the world around them. While it sounded straightforward enough, Rouge still has a lot to learn if he wanted to harness it for his own benefit. Thankfully, being a standard guy with blacksmithing as a hobby had given him a headstart in the new pseudo-medieval world that he now found himself in. In fact, blacksmithing in general is an integral part of his new life and the Wesen-filled wonders that entailed it. It was a good thing too, especially since it would be the one ticket he had to get out of the servitude of the Empire that insisted on grinding him under its heel. With his newfound power of rune-like Seigels at his disposal, Rouge will take the Matheman Empire by storm as he builds his rebellion into a force to be reckoned with. He will ensure that his fellow Nenners will be free from the Empire's oppressive practises, and he sure as hell will do it if it was the last thing he did. Well, that, and he refused to live in a backwater medieval world for longer than he could manage it. His modern sensibilities demanded proper technology, and he was sure that even his half-complete understanding of modern science will give him the edge he needs to take on a literal continent-spanning Empire. ⬛⬛⬛⬛⬛⬛⬛⬛⬛ UPDATES: Daily 19:00 JST Twitter: @ChellyArks
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602 Chs
What are the best modern British detective novels?
3 answers
2024-11-28 10:41
One of the best is 'The Cuckoo's Calling' by J.K. Rowling writing as Robert Galbraith. It features a private detective, Cormoran Strike, and his assistant Robin Ellacott. The story has a great mystery with well - drawn characters and a vivid London setting.
What are the characteristics of modern British detective novels?
1 answer
2024-11-01 18:11
The modern British detective novels typically have well - crafted mysteries. The authors are masters at dropping hints throughout the story without giving away too much too soon. The language used is also quite characteristic, often with a touch of British dry humor. Moreover, social issues are sometimes intertwined with the detective plots. It could be about class differences, for instance. This not only makes the story more engaging but also reflects the contemporary British society to some extent.
Who are some famous authors of modern British detective novels?
3 answers
2024-11-01 20:56
One of the most famous is Agatha Christie. Her works like 'Murder on the Orient Express' and 'And Then There Were None' are classic modern British detective novels. Another is Ian Rankin, known for his Rebus series. His novels often deal with the seedy underbelly of Edinburgh, bringing a different flavor to the British detective genre.
What are the characteristics of modern British detective fiction?
3 answers
2024-11-21 16:18
One characteristic is complex characters. Detectives often have their own flaws and personal issues. For example, Sherlock Holmes has his eccentricities. Another is the detailed setting. It usually presents a vivid picture of British society, like the fog - filled London streets in some stories. Also, the intricate plots full of twists and turns keep readers guessing until the end.
Similar to British detective novels
1 answer
2025-01-08 22:38
Here are some recommended films that are similar to the British detective novel genre: 1. Murder on the Orient Express 2. Massacre in the Nile 3. evil under the sun 4. Gosford Park These films were all typical British detective films, similar to Agatha Christie's detective novels. These movies contained suspense, reasoning, and detective elements, which could give the audience a thrilling experience.
Can you recommend some best modern British detective novels?
1 answer
2024-11-28 17:34
Sure. 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson (although he was Swedish, the Millennium series has been widely adopted in the British detective genre). It has a complex and engaging mystery, and the character of Lisbeth Salander is one of the most memorable in detective fiction. The book deals with dark themes like violence against women and corporate corruption.
What are the characteristics of British detective novels?
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2024-11-28 16:41
British detective novels often feature complex plots. They usually have a clever detective as the main character, like Sherlock Holmes. The settings are typically in the UK, which adds a certain charm. There is also a strong emphasis on logic and deduction in solving the mysteries.
Who are some famous authors of modern British detective fiction?
1 answer
2024-10-30 10:18
Agatha Christie is very well - known. Her works like 'Murder on the Orient Express' are classic examples. Another is Ian Rankin, who created the character Rebus. And PD James also has made significant contributions to this genre.
What are the characteristics of humorous British detective novels?
1 answer
2024-12-15 02:15
The use of irony is quite common in humorous British detective novels. For example, a detective might be looking for a clue in the most obvious place but overlook it for the most comical reasons. The descriptions of the characters are also often humorous. In 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency', the main character Mma Ramotswe is described in a very endearing and humorous way. The plot twists can also be laced with humor, making the whole reading experience very enjoyable.
What are the characteristics of good british detective novels?
1 answer
2024-11-29 07:53
Well, they often have a strong sense of mystery from the very beginning. The reader is immediately drawn into the puzzle. And the detectives in these novels tend to use their wits and logic rather than brute force. They observe details that others might miss. In addition, the social context of the time is sometimes reflected in the story. In many of Agatha Christie's works, you can see the social hierarchies and the behavior of different classes, which adds another layer of depth to the novels.
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