"Step into the enigmatic world of Ravenwood's haunting mansion, where secrets lie in wait and betrayal lurks in every shadow. In this gripping murder mansion mystery, Detective Emily Kingston is called to investigate the gruesome murder of wealthy philanthropist Arthur Sinclair. With a motley crew of suspects - from estranged family members to fierce business rivals - all gathered for a fateful celebration, the stormy night sets the stage for a labyrinth of lies and deceit. As Emily delves deeper into the lives of the suspects, she unearths family secrets, long-buried rivalries, and a web of blackmail that points to a sinister motive behind the murder. Amidst a relentless storm that mirrors the tempest of emotions within, Emily must unravel the threads of this twisted tale, peeling back layers of deception to unmask the true mastermind behind the deadly plot. Prepare for a thrilling journey into the heart of darkness as the truth awaits discovery in the chilling confines of the Murder Mansion Mystery."
Raindrops battered the old mansion's windows, and lightning illuminated the dark corridors. It was the perfect setting for a mystery to unfold. In the quaint town of Ravenwood, Detective Emily Kingston arrived at the doorstep of the gloomy estate. She had been called in to investigate the murder of the wealthy philanthropist, Arthur Sinclair.
Inside the mansion, Emily discovered a gruesome scene. Arthur's lifeless body lay sprawled in the grand ballroom, a knife buried in his chest. The suspects were a motley crew of family members, business partners, and acquaintances, all gathered for what was supposed to be a joyous celebration of Arthur's latest charity venture.
As Emily delved deeper into the lives of the suspects, she uncovered secrets, betrayals, and hidden motives. Each chapter revealed a new layer of complexity, with the reader becoming entangled in a web of lies, deceit, and greed.
Emily turned her attention to the Sinclair family, known for their vast wealth and impressive social standing. The investigation took her to Arthur's widow, Victoria Sinclair, a captivating woman with a mysterious aura. Behind her polished façade, Emily sensed an air of discontent, as if there were more to the story than Victoria let on.
She also met the estranged son, Ethan Sinclair, who had been absent from the family for years. His sudden reappearance raised suspicions, especially when Emily discovered that he had been disowned by his father. As secrets from the past resurfaced, Emily began to wonder if Ethan's intentions were merely financial or if there was a deeper motive behind his return.
Arthur Sinclair's successful charity foundation was built on business partnerships, and Emily soon discovered that not all of them were as harmonious as they seemed. A rival businessman, Gregory Drake, was in fierce competition with Arthur's company, making him a potential suspect.
But Emily's instincts told her that appearances could be deceiving. She found evidence of a clandestine meeting between Arthur and Gregory, hinting at a possible truce. Could the rivalry have been a ruse to throw off suspicion, or was there an even darker plot at play?
Cassandra Manchester fell in love with a handsome young man who was brutally murdered by her toxic and obsessed ex-boyfriend. And due to the crime committed by her ex-boyfriend, she ended up being framed for murdering the man she fell in love with, Justin. She was sent to prison but was released five years after when she was found innocent. After her release from prison, she coincidentally met with a billionaire who helped her when she fell unconscious after she sighted someone who looked like her ex-boyfriend, Gabby. Her encounter with Kelvin, the billionaire turned sour which led to some unpleasant circumstances when some secrets began to unfold. However, there was a twist in fate as it is discovered that Kevin was actually Justin. He changed his name and pretended to be someone so he could have his revenge. This was a secret he hid from Cassandra Manchester. Will the secrets between them, stop them from igniting the sparks that starts to erupt within them? Or will Cassandra follow her heart and hold on to feelings that make her heart flutter?
Lucia Balstone thought she had chosen the right man to spend the rest of her life with, but he was the one who ended her life. Their ten-year marriage seemed like a joke when her husband stabbed her with a dagger. Fortunately, God is never blind to people's tears. Lucia got a second chance. She was reborn at the age of 22, before all the terrible things had happened. This time, she was determined to avenge herself and let those who hurt her pay! She made an elaborate list of her goals, and the first thing on her list was to marry her ex-husband's enemy, Alonso Callen!
"Please trust me, I didn't do anything." "I don't believe you. I am rejecting you as my Queen and giving you the punishment of death." Alina was living outside her pack for five years. Her parents didn't try to contact her and always ignored her. Her best friend convinced her to go back to their pack and she agreed. But she had never imagined what was waiting there for her. She never thought she would meet her mate and had to face betrayal from everywhere. She had to pay for the crime which she never committed. Aaron Robertson is the king of Lycans. He is a very dominant and powerful King who not only rules Lycans but also rules other ranks of werewolves. Everyone is afraid of Lycans and he is the king of them. But who knew that he would get a mate who was just a simple Omega with no powers and strengths? He called her weak all the time but little did he know that his weak Omega would give him the biggest betrayal of his life for which he had to give her the sentence of death.
After two years of marriage, Kristian dropped a bombshell. "She's back. Let's get divorced. Name your price." Freya didn't argue. She just smiled and made her demands. "I want your most expensive supercar." "Okay." "The villa on the outskirts." "Sure." "And half of the billions we made together." Kristian froze. "Come again?" He thought she was ordinary—but Freya was the genius behind their fortune. And now that she'd gone, he'd do anything to win her back.
“Do I want a taste?” his voice deeper than he had ever spoken. His eyes pinned on me like I was the only thing that fascinated him. “What do I do?” I thought to myself as he moved closer to me, I wanted to run away, to resist him but I was pinned to the wall by him. “Gosh I hate this man so much” his scent, his body, his beautiful green eyes, he was driving me crazy. I know this is wrong, he has a fiancee and all but that makes me want him even more. “Get on the bed and spread your legs” his cold voice woke me up and then I remembered I was just a maid to him. “Yes master”.
Trigger warning!!! Intended for mature readers who enjoy morally complex, slow-burn, poseesive, forbidden, dark romance that pushes boundaries. ***EXCERPT*** Blood everywhere. Trembling hands. "No!" My eyes blurred. His lifeless eyes stared back at me, his blood pooling at my feet. The man I loved-dead. Killed by the one person I could never escape - my stepbrother. *** Kasmine's life was never hers to begin with. Kester, her stepbrother, controlled and monitored her every move. At first, it was all sweet and brotherly until it began to turn into an obsession. Kester was the Alpha, and his word was law. No close friends. No boyfriends. No freedom. The only consolation Kasmine had was her twenty-first birthday, which was supposed to change everything. She dreamt of finding her mate, escaping the sickening control of Kester, and finally claiming her own life. But fate had other plans for her. On the night of her birthday, not only was she disappointed that she wasn't mated to the love of her life, but she found out that her mate was none other than him - Her tormentor. Her stepbrother. She'd rather die than be mated to a man whom she had known as her big brother all her life. A man who would do just anything to make sure she was his. But when love turns to obsession, and obsession turns to blood, how far can one girl run before she realizes there is nowhere else to run to?
What happens when an all business Alpha planning his chosen's mating ceremony, smells the most wonderful fruity scent that belonged to his curvy mating ceremony planner. Confident plus size Ji'lahni, her two cousins, and friend owns a successful Wedding planning company along with a dance, and self defense workout studio, get hired by their new friend who is like a mother to them to plan her sons wedding I mean mating ceremony? What will happen when the sassy plus size women step into the world of werewolves? Read to find out.