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Contract Marriage With Alpha Snow

After being betrayed by her fiancé and cousin on her wedding day, Zara, reborn with memories of past mistakes, vows to rewrite her destiny. Impulsively, she marries a stranger to keep her ex at bay, not realizing Snow is far from a mere call boy. Snow Zephyr, a wealthy CEO and alpha of the Ivory Crescent Pack, needs a contract wife to appease his father and secure his position. When a bold, determined woman proposes a marriage of convenience, Snow agrees, unaware of the chaos she will bring into his life. Zara's defiant choice provokes her parents' fury, leading to her being cast from the company and forcing her to find work elsewhere. She lands a job at Aurora Conglomerate Inc., only to discover that her new boss is Snow, the very man she married—and her ex's uncle. Sparks fly as their mutual attraction grows amidst the darkness of his family's secrets and looming threats. Zara’s strength and independence captivate Snow, who begins to see her as the potential Luna his pack needs. Together, they face vengeful ex-lovers, kidnapping plots, and deadly rivalries. As Zara's powers awaken, she must confront the reasons behind her family's disownment, the hidden clauses in her marriage contract, and her ultimate role in Snow’s world. When their marriage of convenience deepens into a genuine partnership, a new challenge emerges in the form of a fated mate. Will Zara fight the dangers that await or embrace her true destiny? **EXCERPT** "I... didn't want to be late for work. You seemed busy, so I thought I'd get a head start." Snow raised an eyebrow. "Really? Or is it because last night affected you so much that you couldn't stand being around me?" "Don't flatter yourself, Snow. You didn't affect me at all." He smirked, stepping closer. "Is that so?" His fingers brushed my chin, tilting my face up. My pulse quickened. "We're at work," I snapped, swatting his hand away. "This isn't professional." "You're my wife," he murmured. "You're supposed to obey me at all times." I bit back a retort, a hint of rebellion flaring within. Slowly, I stepped closer, letting my fingers graze his chest. His smirk wavered for a second when his wolf reacted and Snow bit his lips. "Careful, Boss," I purred seductively. "Don't hurt those lips. I'm sure plenty of girls would love to kiss them." Snow leaned down, his lips brushing my ear. "And you? Are you dying for a taste?" Caught off guard, I hesitated, then regained my composure as I looked him in the eyes. "Unlike other girls, I have strong resistance against—" I didn't get a chance to finish when Snow's lips crashed onto mine with a fierce kiss that left me breathless. *************** MATURE CONTENT Participating in the Viral Book Call Contest. Kindly Support Me!

My Servant System

Katherine Zara, a single middle aged office worker, went about her day as she always had; wake up, go to work, come home and read or play games. However, today would be different. Before she left for work, her ex broke into her apartment and killed her. When she woke up, she was given many choices. She could pick her new world, pick her starting point, and pick her system among many other things. And so Katherine decided to become a servant to a villainess. Follow Katherine as she serves her petty, demanding mistress in a world of swords and magic. Additional: The Female Lead (Katherine) will be submissive to her mistress, but will be cold towards others. I plan on having some action, but mainly this will be a story about Katherine serving her mistress and leveling up her system.

Casamento de Conveniência com o Alfa Snow

Após ser traída pelo seu noivo e prima no dia de seu casamento, Zara, renascida com memórias dos erros passados, jura reescrever seu destino. Impulsivamente, ela se casa com um estranho para manter seu ex à distância, sem perceber que Snow está longe de ser apenas um acompanhante. Snow Zephyr, um CEO rico e alfa da Alcateia Crescente de Marfim, precisa de uma esposa de conveniência para apaziguar seu pai e garantir sua posição. Quando uma mulher determinada e audaciosa propõe um casamento por conveniência, Snow concorda, sem saber do caos que ela trará para sua vida. A escolha desafiadora de Zara provoca a fúria de seus pais, levando-a a ser expulsa da empresa e forçando-a a encontrar trabalho em outro lugar. Ela consegue um emprego na Aurora Conglomerate Inc., apenas para descobrir que seu novo chefe é Snow, o homem com quem se casou - e tio de seu ex. Faíscas voam à medida que a atração mútua cresce no meio da escuridão dos segredos da família dele e ameaças iminentes. A força e independência de Zara cativam Snow, que começa a vê-la como a possível Luna que sua alcateia precisa. Juntos, enfrentam ex-amantes vingativos, tramas de sequestro e rivalidades mortais. À medida que os poderes de Zara despertam, ela deve enfrentar as razões por trás do deserdar de sua família, as cláusulas ocultas em seu contrato de casamento e seu papel final no mundo de Snow. Quando seu casamento de conveniência se aprofunda em uma parceria genuína, surge um novo desafio na forma de um companheiro destinado. Zara lutará contra os perigos que a esperam ou abraçará seu verdadeiro destino?

THE CHOICE: My King or My Knight?

[COMPLETE] When Zara walked in on her boyfriend sleeping with another woman, she cursed God for the lack of good men in this miserable, modern world. Then she woke up in a romantic land of honorable Knights and the Royal Court. There, Zara is stunned to find herself one of eighteen women called The Select, from which the handsome, powerful King will choose his bride. She finds the magnetic King compelling. But her dashing Knight Defender has declared his love—and vows to save her from certain death: Tradition requires every woman in the Select who is not the King’s chosen bride to be executed to cover her family’s shame. Yet, the King is also making his intention to win Zara clear. None of this would matter if it was just a dream. But Zara is soon forced to accept that this is no fantasy. Which means each man—and his love—is real. And this world is a deadly nightmare. As the tension between the two men grows, Zara must make a choice. But how can a woman choose between a powerful King and a deadly Knight? Especially when either would kill to keep her? Are you #TeamKing or #TeamKnight? COVER IMAGE: Copyright (c) 2023 Author AimeeLynn

Matrimonio por Contrato con el Alfa Snow

Después de ser traicionada por su prometido y su prima en el día de su boda, Zara, renacida con recuerdos de errores pasados, jura reescribir su destino. Impulsivamente, se casa con un extraño para mantener a su ex a distancia, sin darse cuenta de que Snow está lejos de ser un simple acompañante. Snow Zephyr, un rico CEO y alfa de la Manada de la Media Luna de Marfil, necesita una esposa de conveniencia para apaciguar a su padre y asegurar su posición. Cuando una mujer audaz y decidida le propone un matrimonio por conveniencia, Snow acepta, sin ser consciente del caos que ella traerá a su vida. La elección desafiante de Zara provoca la furia de sus padres, llevando a que la expulsen de la empresa y la obliguen a buscar trabajo en otro lado. Consigue un empleo en Aurora Conglomerate Inc., solo para descubrir que su nuevo jefe es Snow, el hombre con quien se casó, y el tío de su ex. Las chispas vuelan a medida que crece su atracción mutua en medio de la oscuridad de los secretos familiares de él y las amenazas inminentes. La fuerza e independencia de Zara cautivan a Snow, quien comienza a verla como la futura Luna que su manada necesita. Juntos, enfrentan ex amantes vengativos, tramas de secuestro y rivalidades mortales. A medida que los poderes de Zara despiertan, debe enfrentar las razones detrás del desprecio de su familia, las cláusulas ocultas en su contrato matrimonial y su papel definitivo en el mundo de Snow. Cuando su matrimonio por conveniencia se profundiza en una verdadera asociación, surge un nuevo desafío en la forma de una compañera del destino. ¿Luchará Zara contra los peligros que la esperan o abrazará su verdadero destino?

Mariage Contractuel Avec Alpha Snow

Après avoir été trahie par son fiancé et sa cousine le jour de son mariage, Zara, ressuscitée avec les souvenirs de ses erreurs passées, jure de réécrire son destin. Sur un coup de tête, elle épouse un inconnu pour tenir son ex à distance, sans réaliser que Snow est loin d'être un simple gigolo. Snow Zephyr, riche PDG et alpha de la meute d'Ivory Crescent, a besoin d'une épouse de convenance pour apaiser son père et sécuriser sa position. Lorsqu'une femme déterminée lui propose un mariage de commodité, Snow accepte, ignorant le chaos qu'elle va apporter dans sa vie. Le choix défiant de Zara provoque la fureur de ses parents, la conduisant à être expulsée de l'entreprise et à devoir trouver du travail ailleurs. Elle décroche un emploi chez Aurora Conglomerate Inc., pour découvrir que son nouveau patron n'est autre que Snow, l'homme qu'elle a épousé et l'oncle de son ex. Des étincelles jaillissent alors que leur attraction mutuelle grandit au milieu de l'obscurité des secrets de sa famille et des menaces imminentes. La force et l'indépendance de Zara captivent Snow, qui commence à la voir comme la Luna potentielle dont sa meute a besoin. Ensemble, ils font face aux ex-amants vengeurs, aux complots d'enlèvement et aux rivalités mortelles. Alors que les pouvoirs de Zara s'éveillent, elle doit affronter les raisons du désaveu de sa famille, les clauses cachées de son contrat de mariage et son rôle ultime dans le monde de Snow. Lorsque leur mariage de convenance se transforme en un vrai partenariat, un nouveau défi se présente sous la forme d'un compagnon destiné. Zara va-t-elle combattre les dangers qui l'attendent ou embrasser sa véritable destinée? **EXTRAIT** "Je... ne voulais pas être en retard au travail. Tu avais l'air occupé, alors j'ai pensé que je devrais prendre de l'avance." Snow haussa un sourcil. "Vraiment? Ou est-ce parce que la nuit dernière t'a tellement affectée que tu ne supportais pas d'être autour de moi?" "Ne te flatte pas, Snow. Tu ne m'as pas du tout affectée." Il afficha un sourire narquois en se rapprochant. "Vraiment?" Ses doigts effleurèrent mon menton, inclinant mon visage vers le haut. Mon pouls s'accéléra. "Nous sommes au travail," je répliquai, repoussant sa main. "Ce n'est pas professionnel." "Tu es ma femme," il murmura. "Tu es censée m'obéir en tout temps." Je retins une réplique, une lueur de rébellion s'allumant en moi. Lentement, je me rapprochai, laissant mes doigts frôler son torse. Son sourire vacilla un instant lorsque son loup réagit et Snow se mordit les lèvres. "Attention, Patron," je ronronnai séductrice. "Ne blesse pas ces lèvres. Je suis sûr que beaucoup de filles aimeraient les embrasser." Snow se pencha, frôlant mon oreille de ses lèvres. "Et toi? Meurs-tu d'envie d'y goûter?" Prise au dépourvu, j'hésitai, puis repris mon assurance alors que je le regardais dans les yeux. "Contrairement aux autres filles, j'ai une forte résistance contre—" Je n'eus pas l'occasion de terminer que les lèvres de Snow se posèrent sur les miennes avec un baiser fougueux qui me coupa le souffle.

Vertragsehe mit Alpha Snow

Nachdem sie an ihrem Hochzeitstag von ihrem Verlobten und ihrem Cousin betrogen wurde, schwört Zara, wiedergeboren mit Erinnerungen an vergangene Fehler, ihr Schicksal neu zu schreiben. Impulsiv heiratet sie einen Fremden, um sich ihren Ex vom Leib zu halten, nicht ahnend, dass Snow alles andere als ein einfacher Callboy ist. Snow Zephyr, ein wohlhabender CEO und Alpha des Ivory Crescent Packs, braucht eine Vertragsfrau, um seinen Vater zu besänftigen und seine Position zu sichern. Als eine kühne, entschlossene Frau ihm eine Vernunftehe vorschlägt, stimmt Snow zu, nicht ahnend, welches Chaos sie in sein Leben bringen wird. Zaras trotzige Entscheidung provoziert den Zorn ihrer Eltern, was dazu führt, dass sie aus der Firma geworfen wird und gezwungen ist, woanders Arbeit zu finden. Sie findet einen Job bei Aurora Conglomerate Inc. und muss feststellen, dass ihr neuer Chef Snow ist, der Mann, den sie geheiratet hat - und der Onkel ihres Ex. Die Funken fliegen, als ihre gegenseitige Anziehung inmitten der dunklen Geheimnisse seiner Familie und der drohenden Gefahren wächst. Zaras Stärke und Unabhängigkeit ziehen Snow in ihren Bann, der in ihr die potenzielle Luna sieht, die sein Rudel braucht. Gemeinsam stellen sie sich rachsüchtigen Ex-Geliebten, Entführungskomplotten und tödlichen Rivalitäten. Als Zaras Kräfte erwachen, muss sie sich mit den Gründen für die Enteignung durch ihre Familie, den versteckten Klauseln in ihrem Ehevertrag und ihrer endgültigen Rolle in Snows Welt auseinandersetzen. Als sich ihre Vernunftehe zu einer echten Partnerschaft vertieft, taucht eine neue Herausforderung in Form einer Schicksalsgefährtin auf. Wird Zara gegen die Gefahren ankämpfen, die sie erwarten, oder sich ihrer wahren Bestimmung stellen? **AUSZUG** "Ich... wollte nicht zu spät zur Arbeit kommen. Du schienst beschäftigt zu sein, also dachte ich, ich fange schon mal an." Snow hob eine Augenbraue. "Wirklich? Oder liegt es daran, dass dich die letzte Nacht so sehr mitgenommen hat, dass du meine Nähe nicht ertragen konntest?" "Schmeichle dir nicht selbst, Snow. Du hast mich nicht im Geringsten beeinflusst." Er schmunzelte und trat näher heran. "Ist das so?" Seine Finger strichen über mein Kinn und hoben mein Gesicht an. Mein Puls beschleunigte sich. "Wir sind bei der Arbeit", schnauzte ich und schlug seine Hand weg. "Das ist nicht professionell." "Du bist meine Frau", murmelte er. "Du hast mir immer zu gehorchen." Ich verkniff mir eine Erwiderung, ein Hauch von Rebellion flammte in mir auf. Langsam trat ich näher und ließ meine Finger über seine Brust streifen. Sein Grinsen schwankte für eine Sekunde, als sein Wolf reagierte und Snow sich auf die Lippen biss. "Vorsichtig, Boss", säuselte ich verführerisch. "Tu diesen Lippen nicht weh. Ich bin sicher, viele Mädchen würden sie gerne küssen." Snow beugte sich hinunter, seine Lippen streiften mein Ohr. "Und du? Willst du unbedingt mal probieren?" Überrumpelt zögerte ich, dann gewann ich meine Fassung wieder, als ich ihm in die Augen sah. "Im Gegensatz zu anderen Mädchen habe ich einen starken Widerstand gegen..." Ich konnte nicht zu Ende sprechen, als Snows Lippen mit einem heftigen Kuss auf meine trafen, der mir den Atem raubte. *************** REIFER INHALT Ich nehme am Viral Book Call Contest teil. Unterstützen Sie mich bitte!

CROWN OF FORBIDDEN HEARTS

[ R18+ ] "TAKE YOUR SHIRT OFF…NOW!!" Zara commanded the king Erythian in anger as her eyes turn blood red. he didn't see it coming and his face is flushed with shock.. "WHAT? LYS—" he asked before she interrupts. "if I have to ask again...I WILL DO IT MYSELF" she is unrelenting. Does Eythian comply? Zara, a modern girl from Colombia law school is transmigrated into the body of an ancient queen. She wakes up as Queen Lysandra. With a turn of events, she is Obsessed over by the ruthless, Warlord Alaric and finds herself Falling so dearly for him even if she is aware that it’s forbidden. Simultaneously, she is also betrothed to and in love with his enigmatic half brother King Erythian. let it be known that both brothers detest each other. she fights to hold on to her heart, but fate is cruel. Everything shatters and the man who destroyed her…now owns her. The lines between love and duty are blurred as Zara must navigate threats against the kingdom, alongside the love triangle with her between two brothers who despise each other. As she is taken further into a world of secrets. Will Zara honor Queen Lysandra`s duty to the crown and her people, or will she risk it all to follow the desires of her heart?

My Dreams, His Reality Trilogy

Zara hates Harper because he is an egotistical player, sleeps with every girl and has broken her sister's heart. She has had her whole life planned out. For now, she plans to go through her senior year with her two best friends. But all her plans seem to go down the drain when suddenly, one day Harper notices Zara. Zara is thrust into a world she never knew existed and now has to fight the battles that were never her's to begin with. Publisher：i&i Publisher

Zara

Zara, gadis pendiam dengan seribu teka-teki. Tak pernah ada yang tahu, kerasnya kehidupan yang harus dia jalani. Wajah ceria yang di tampilkan, menunjukkan keceriaan yang tiada beban. Entah sampai kapan. Menyimpan perih dalam kesendirian. Keinginannya untuk mendapatkan kebahagiaan. Selalu pupus termakan harapan. Selalu perkhianatan dan kebohongan yang terjadi. Akankah ada yang bisa merubah kehidupannya.

Rewriting Her Destiny With The Lycan Kings

[Warning! Mature Audience Only. Contain Mature scenes, Mind Triggering Elements] Zara Monroe, an aspiring author in her early twenties, wakes up the day after her mother’s funeral to find herself in a world where humans don’t exist, and the powerful wolf kings reign supreme. But this isn’t just a nightmare. it’s the plot of her own unwritten romantasy novel. And she’s not just any character; she’s the heroine fated to die at the hands of the Lycan Twins. the ruthless rulers of the werewolf world... and her destined mates. With death looming over her, Zara must rewrite her fate before it's too late. But in a world where destiny is set in stone, can she escape the tragic ending she created, or will she be forever trapped in a story that was never meant to have a happy ending? ……. #SlowBurn #ReverseHarem #LycanKings #ParallelWorld #WhyChooseTroupe #VillainVSHero

Sebuah Lara untuk Zara

Sebuah lara yang tak ada habisnya, mungkin memang sudah jadi takdir untuk selalu menemani Zara. Tak ada yang benar-benar menerimanya, baik keluarga atau dalam lingkup pertemanan. Terlahir dengan kulit kusam, dan jerawatan, sepertinya dianggap terlalu memalukan oleh kedua orang tuanya. Mama artis, Papa pun juga begitu. Intinya, keduanya terkenal. Tak urung identitas Zara sudah ditutup rapat sejak ia kecil. Zara kira ... kisah percintaannya lebih baik. Nyatanya semua tak sesuai harapan. Zayn Arielo tak bisa ia gapai karena alasan ... dirinya si gadis buruk rupa. Ya, ia kira sampai kapan pun, gadis buruk rupa sepertinya tak cocok bersanding dengan sang pangeran tampan seperti Zayn. Sepertinya, sampai kapan pun, bahagia tak akan pernah ada dalam sejarah hidupnya.

My First And Only

A world where carnage and war is natural, a girl who yearned for perfection is reincarnated and seeks to be with the woman she loves. Briefly encountering each other in her previous life, she fell in love with a powerful tyrant who saved her life. She dies a disastrous death at the hands of fate and is offered a second chance by a demonic being known as a fairy. Twisting time, the demon has the power to grant her wish and give her a chance to be with the one she loves in exchange for bringing it back to life in its own body. She encounters and faces many dangers in order to obtain the ingredients for the ritual while trying her best to become stronger and be with the love of her life. Zara has an unhealthy obsession for her love partner Cera, who is extremely possessive over Zara. This is a story of demons, death, fighting, and love.

The Billionaire's Cursed Heiress

Zara Hansley had always believed herself forsaken by the gods due to the terminal illness she was diagnosed with. Every doctor she visited had declared she would not live past her 23rd birthday. Yet, when left with only a few months to live, Zara found out that the root of her illness was a curse, one which she could break. Just like that, she was given a new chance at life—she had to scour the earth for the cure in just a few short months or succumb to her fate. Fate, however, was a funny thing—it brought her to a stranger that would alter the course of her life forever, and his life by her. Born to an ancient family, Amir Frostcrown was cursed to bring misfortune to any female around him. Not only that, he was able to hear the thoughts of others, thus further drawing a line between him and other ordinary folk. As such, while these abilities amassed him an enormous wealth over the years, he was destined to live a loveless life of solitude. That all changed when his and Zara’s paths crossed. As someone that was completely unaffected by his curses and abilities, Amir Frostcrown was immediately intrigued by this dying girl. One dream, one vow, and two curses. That was all it took for Zara to tumble from the world of reality into fantasy. Would she be able to find her cure in time? When secrets are revealed, would Zara and Amir Frostcrown stand the test of time? *** “We were fated to be from the beginning!” he amusedly declared as he looked at her dotingly, eyes sparkling and only her image visible in his blue eyes. “I don’t believe in fate!” Zara mumbled softly as she looked to the ground, afraid of facing him and the undeniable truth he spoke of. “But don’t you see?” Amir asked. “Isn’t fate what led us to this very moment?”

Zara the dreamweaver

ZARA, THE ASSASSIN

Poor Orphan girl, Zara Pierce, having witnessed the gruesome murder of her parents by an unknown gang was left alone in the cruel world. She finds her way to a dark path, seeking revenge and self-worth, leading her to join a gang of assassins where she was trained to become a strong merciless woman. Zara became the most feared, most sought-after assassin in the country. Her deeds were merciless and left no trace. But Zara faced a dilemma when she swiveled her way into the CIA as a spy and was given a job to protect the son of a prominent man in the country. Her challenge began when she discovered that the same man she was supposed to protect was the next man on her hit list- to assassinate. Would she be able to hide her double identity in the course of her tasks? What happens when her cold and unmoving heart suddenly begins to have a shred of mercy and breaks the assassin code? What happens when Zara finds out her parents killers, are just on the verge of her retribution? Find out in this series of crime, love and suspense.

Zara.

Zara is a stunningly beautiful and remarkably intelligent young woman who has yet to discover her own worth. In her search for self-identity, she often seeks validation and fragments of herself in the men she encounters. Driven by a deep desire to escape a life of misery and self-doubt, Zara embarks on a transformative journey to uncover her true self and reclaim her destiny. As she strives to rise from her challenging circumstances, she must confront her inner demons and navigate a world that constantly tries to define her. Will Zara be able to find her own path, embrace her true identity, and ultimately attain the happiness and normalcy she yearns for?

Penjaga hati Zara

Pernikahan mendadak itu harus terjadi antara Zara dan Aldi. sebuah kejadian yang tak sengaja membuat mereka terpaksa harus menikah. Bagi Zara itu semua demi harga dirinya tapi bagi Aldi ini saatnya ia pergi dari Aura! Sang pemilik resto berwajah tampan ini ingin mengakhiri perasaan yang lama menyiksanya. Perasaan cinta yang hanya dibalas dengan sebuah persahabatan. Namun siapa sangka, saat keputusan dibuat sang cinta malah datang menghampiri tanpa aba-aba. "kau yakin akan pergi dariku?? tidak bisa kau menungguku sebentar lagi.,." suara Aura bergetar ia tak sanggup lagi menutupi perasaan yang ia simpan lama. Perasaan yang hanya ia mau Aldi tau saat ia sudah meraih mimpinya. mimpi menjadi seorang designer terkenal. Siang malam ia berusaha sampai mengabaikan perasaan Aldi padanya. Tapi tak dinyana sang pujaan malah memilih gadis lugu berwajah sendu berusia 21 tahun yang bahkan belum menyelesaikan kuliahnya. Aldi goyah... rasa sesal, marah, kecewa bercampur jadi satu, sempat ia ingin meninggalkan Zara dihari pernikahan tapi ia terlanjur berjanji pada nyonya Almira ibunda Zara bahwa ia akan menepati ucapannya yang untuk menikahi Zara . "aku hanya akan menghentikan pernikahan ini jika kau yang ingin menghentikan" Zara menatap lekat pada pria yang akan ia nikahi besok lusa. Perlahan Aldi melepaskan cengkramannya. Gadis baik bunda itu terlalu baik untuk disakiti. Sementara cinta yang ia inginkan selama bertahun-tahun kini ada dihadapannya. Akankah Zara dan Aldi bisa hidup bersama??

Legend of Zara

Zara: A Key To Deception

Keys of Deception For Zara, life has always been about fitting in—navigating the chaos of high school while balancing the memory of a father she barely understood. But when her father's sudden death leaves behind a series of cryptic artifacts, Zara’s world spirals into a web of secrets, lies, and impossible choices. The artifacts are more than relics—they’re keys to a conspiracy with international stakes. As Zara unravels the mystery, she discovers allies in unexpected places and enemies hiding in plain sight. Every step she takes reveals more about her father’s shadowy past, and she’s forced to question whether he was the protector she believed... or the villain everyone feared. When messages from a "phantom caller" warn her of danger, Zara is drawn deeper into a world where trust is a deadly game and betrayal could cost her everything. And the more she tries to escape, the more she realizes the artifacts aren’t just the key to unlocking the truth—they’re the bait that could destroy her. In a battle of deception, where nothing is as it seems, Zara must decide: Will she safeguard the legacy left to her, or will she dismantle the very foundation of her father’s empire? High school drama meets international intrigue in this suspenseful coming-of-age mystery. Packed with twists, betrayals, and a hint of danger, "Keys of Deception" will keep you turning pages until the final shocking revelation.