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  1. Our Little Darlings - Gavin 1. Volume 1 Winden Metaverse

    By D.K. Daniels, in Fiction. 03/06/2018 (Updated: 03/06/2018)

    Genres: General Fiction, Thriller/Suspense
    Sub-genres: Suspense, Drama
    • teen
    • mature adult
    • violent
    • dark
    • serious
    • suicide
    • depression

    We all have them, darlings. They are the cesspit of all our deepest darkest secrets. Our wants, desires and sins. It is in our speech, actions and pathological way of thinking. Our little darlings are our other side to ourselves. A sinister side which we all hide and brave with false facades. You cannot lie that you don't shelter a darling because, in reality, people of all ages harbor dark, sad and broken things.

    • 2 Chapters
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    • 3,841 Views
    • 0 Comments
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  2. A Promise To Protect

    By Littlelovestories, in Fiction. 09/01/2020 (Updated: 07/30/2021)

    Genres: Mystery, Thriller/Suspense
    Sub-genres: Suspense, Light Mystery
    • teen
    • young adult
    • mature adult
    • adult
    • gay
    • suspense
    • dark
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    After the distressing discovery in his home, a serial killer on the loose and a stranger asking for his trust, Tyler realizes that his life is never going to be the same again.

    "You’re actually going to be confirmed as dead when they do the official police reports. It’s for your own safety that you go under cover now.” Zeke tells him, Tyler raises his eyebrows at how serious the situation was, taking a few moments to comprehend what Zeke had just said.

    “I’ll be reported as dead? My friends will think I’ve been murdered?”

    • 36 Chapters
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    • 73,741 Views
    • 207 Comments
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  3. Wicked Games

    By CasualWanderer82, in Fiction. 06/27/2023 (Updated: 10/31/2023)

    Genres: General Fiction, Horror, Thriller/Suspense
    Sub-genres: Suspense, Drama, Psychological, Psychological Thriller
    • mature adult
    • group sex
    • rape
    • violent
    • suspense
    • dark
    • abuse
    • friendship

    Benjamin and his best friend Ethan take a few days off from work and family to enjoy a short vacation in a remote house on a secluded beach town. But their lives change irreparably when a stranger knocks on their door one night.

    • 7 Chapters
    • 65,140 Words
    • 11,199 Views
    • 9 Comments
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  4. Hellscape

    By ValentineDavis21, in Fiction. 12/20/2018 (Updated: 03/28/2019)

    Genres: Fantasy
    Sub-genres: General Fantasy
    • mature adult
    • demons
    • magic
    • war
    • dark
    • politics

    In the hellscape, demons prey upon the living, possessing their bodies at will. Once considered just a myth The Scarlet Church has risen, waging war against the Eurchurch. It's up to the Stray Dogs, a ragtag group of criminals, a healer, and an enigmatic practitioner who's intentions lay shrouded in mystery, must risk their lives on the frontlines to discover what The Scarlet Church is up to.

    • 24 Chapters
    • 115,248 Words
    • 13,648 Views
    • 12 Comments
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  5. Generation Zeus

    By Westley D., in Fiction. 09/17/2019 (Updated: 02/17/2021)

    Genres: General Fiction, Romance
    Sub-genres: Drama, General Romance
    • gay
    • under 18
    • school
    • rural
    • north america
    • dark
    • brothers
    • friendship

    The Michaels brothers have a lot coming at them. Especially young Daniel, the youngest of five boys. His journey towards contentment is no easy one. Even when the forces outside his control turn against him.

    • 16 Chapters
    • 32,157 Words
    • 20,717 Views
    • 18 Comments
    • Mature
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  6. An Authors Story

    By James Matthews, in Fiction. 11/17/2021 (Updated: 11/18/2021)

    Genres: Non-Fiction, General Fiction, Romance
    Sub-genres: Drama, General Romance, Creative Non-Fic
    • young adult
    • adult
    • dark
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    • abuse
    • journal

    Based on true events.

    Colten Bridges is a 20 year old, recently out stray. Gone from the parental home since barely out of school he's shacked up with a boyfriend ten years his senior. Both have the same Ex, both are meeting the Ex's new date and both are about to venture out on a double date with said Ex and new man. So meet Josh, 24, dirty blond, grey eyes, good body, Army and confident. Nothing strange there, right?

    • 3 Chapters
    • 8,263 Words
    • 7,806 Views
    • 13 Comments
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  7. Dragon's Kiss

    By lilansui, in Fiction. 05/10/2013 (Updated: 11/19/2014)

    Genres: General Fiction, Mystery, Romance
    Sub-genres: Drama, General Romance, Light Mystery
    • gay
    • suspense
    • dark
    • crime
    • modern
    • love

    When his boyfriend stands him up again, Haje Young decides to meet his twin brother for a drink instead. On their way home, Haje, his twin brother,and their best friend get into a tragic road accident. Right after his brother’s funeral, someone tries to kill him and Haje makes a terrible discovery. To make it worse, he doesn’t trust the man who saves him or the Foundation he works for.

    • 9 Chapters
    • 31,863 Words
    • 18,914 Views
    • 83 Comments
    • Mature
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  8. Deception

    By Littlelovestories, in Fiction. 09/22/2019 (Updated: 05/16/2020)

    Genres: Mystery, Thriller/Suspense, Paranormal
    Sub-genres: Suspense, Light Mystery, Romantic Paranormal
    • teen
    • young adult
    • mature adult
    • vampire
    • suspense
    • dark
    • modern
    • death

    After decades keeping a promise to leave him alone, Kevin returns to seek the help of the person who despises him most, Lee. The very man who had unknowingly inspired a revolutionary quest to change the species he was converted into. Word has gotten out among the ancient community of this change and in order to keep himself and his secrets safe, Kevin has to work with Lee, while keeping him completely in the dark about the truth of what they are hiding. With a history of betrayal and lies, the only way Kevin knows how to protect Lee, is by walking the tightrope of deceit, even if Lee hates him forever.

    • 11 Chapters
    • 24,503 Words
    • 8,113 Views
    • 13 Comments
    • Everyone
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  9. Lighthouses 1. Lighthouses Adermoor Cove

    By ValentineDavis21, in Fiction. 10/09/2019 (Updated: 11/08/2019)

    Genres: General Fiction, Mystery, Romance
    Sub-genres: Drama, General Romance, Light Mystery
    • mature adult
    • vacation
    • dark
    • psychology
    • 20th century
    • suicide
    • depression
    • abuse

    Two men from two different time periods, their lives somehow connected.

    Thomas has come to Adermoor Cove to vacation and work on his new novel. On the island he finds himself drawn to Agamemnon Angelopaulos, the owner of the lighthouse.

    In present day, after a brutal separation, Jude and Duane have reunited. They arrive at Adermoor Cove for a vacation. While the island and it's inhabitants are beautiful Jude feels a strong sense of deja vu. Dogged by the memories of hurt and betrayal, he's determined to make things work but the path to forgiveness is not an easy one.

    • 10 Chapters
    • 23,891 Words
    • 7,260 Views
    • 1 Comments
    • Mature
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