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Toronto, Canada, 2006. A few months after the worst year of the Iraq war.<br><br>Gabriel Navarro splits his time between his job slinging ink at the Atlantis Ink tattoo parlor, and working on his master’s degree in fine art. Gabe is twenty-two, sure of his beliefs and his artistic integrity, and na?ve enough to think he’ll never have to compromise. And then one night Jake MacLean walks into the shop and changes everything.<br><br>Jake Maclean is twenty-eight and a veteran American Army pilot. He's been staying with his ex-pat sister in Toronto while he tries to get his life in order. The problem is, he can't. After his disastrous final mission in Iraq, he's overcome with anger and survivor’s guilt, trapped in a losing battle to atone for a failure he’s sure can never be forgiven. Left without hope, he decides to have his memory of the mission tattooed on his back, with the condemning words: God Will Judge Me. He doesn't expect to fall for the tattoo artist.<br><br>Gabe falls just as quickly and deeply for Jake, though Jake's reluctance to talk about what happened frustrates and worries him. Gabe knows Jake isn't doing well, but accepting Jake’s claims that he's "fine" is far easier than dealing with the frightening truth. But soon it’s horribly clear Jake can’t control his panic attacks or flashes of violence, and he's getting worse. If Gabe can’t help him face his demons, Jake is headed for a crash -- and there’s every chance he’ll take Gabriel down with him.

"May the new Story become yours — The Last Tattoo Artist of Stories" The story tells about a girl named Calcium, a recluse with no big money in her pocket, drinking ale in a tavern and dreaming of more. But fate itself had descended upon her. She turned out to be a Tattoo Artist of Stories... and the latter, because in the world where she lives, there are only legends about such people, about people who can rewrite their entire lives with just one glance. Our glorious recluse will have to learn about her strength, become stronger, learn about her rewritten history and memory loss, and fight for her life. telegram: https://t.me/nikomela

*Please keep in mind that this book describes cancer, death, depression and self-harm in detail. Dawn Wood is a healthy girl, in the final year of high school. She always has prepared to be a kind girl. However, when she comes out as a pansexual and get diagnosed with small-lung lung cancer(SCLC), her life suddenly changes. Follow the story of Dawn and her caretaker, Lucas Johnson, through the eyes of Lucas. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you'd like to contact me about this book, there are two choices! 1. Instagram: @whdmstn0805 2. E-mail: sofia8441@gmail.com Please keep in mind that it would take some time for me to check the DMs and emails, so I would just like you to comment on this book instead!

A series of unprecedented events occurred here, with various creatures going berserk and undergoing violent mutations, mercilessly slaughtering the once dominant species—humans. Conventional weapons were no longer humanity's trump card. Fortunately, humans also underwent mutations. At specific times, humans would experience bloodline awakening, gaining the inherited powers of various ferocious beasts. The transformation of Xu Mo, who gained a system, was even more incredible. He awakened the bloodline of the ten ancient divine beasts, leading humanity to reclaim their dominant position once again!

"Whose decision was it to allow him to live?" She knew that they would question her intent, yet by the shrug she gave, she clearly did not care. Amelia, the name of a feared Guardian Goddess, whose most well-known quality was her strength and skulls that surrounded her and her legacy. Yet, on a fateful mission, she was met with someone that she had not seen for a long time. The person that she was supposed to kill, named Cyliam, is a leader of a cult. It would not be a far-fetched idea to say that he isn't what he seems like, and yet... Small cogwheels begins to turn as their fates started to be intertwined, unknowing to what may happen to them at the end. Even so, she would only reply to them with a faint smile on her lips. "Don't worry, you won't be the only one to stand against the world." Because what happens at the end, is only a story for the living to tell another day.

8 supernatural heroes scattered across the globe. When evil takes over, will they find out the hidden meaning of the tattoo they possess in time to save the world that are oblivious to the fact that they even exist?

Lisen Lee a young man carzy about his work and his hobbies gained himself the tattoo king title. Also a scerect owner of a multinational company. He chooses to keep in the shadows only comes out when necessary. Is suddenly breathtaken by a damsel he never seen before who becomes he's secret lover. The desire and passion to want becomes stronger. Yet there's tragedy as he soon to be wed and she has a less steady realtionship. What will become of the tatoo kings scerect lover. Will he own her or lose her. Will Lisa Emma give in or push him away

This story is about a 19-year-old female that had trouble right around the corner. Her name is Lilith and this is her new life

Beneath the frigid landscapes of Sweden lies a web of lies, corruption, and deadly secrets waiting to be unraveled. At its heart is Lisbeth Salander—a fiercely brilliant hacker with a mind like a blade and a past that refuses to release its grip. Scarred but unbroken, she’s an enigma: a defender of justice for others but a loner battling her own demons. When disgraced journalist Mikael Blomkvist is offered the chance to salvage his career, he accepts an unusual assignment: uncover the mystery behind the decades-old disappearance of Harriet Vanger, the beloved niece of a wealthy but dysfunctional industrialist family. The Vangers, cloaked in wealth and power, harbor dark, sinister truths. As Mikael digs deeper into their history, he finds himself drawn into a chilling maze of family betrayals, unspeakable crimes, and a legacy of violence that stretches far beyond what he could have imagined. Forced into an uneasy partnership with Lisbeth, Mikael discovers that she is not just an ally but a force of nature—a woman capable of uncovering truths no one else dares to see. Together, they peel back layers of deceit, facing a torrent of threats, lies, and mortal danger. But as they close in on the truth, Lisbeth’s own shadowy past rises to the surface, threatening to consume her and derail their investigation. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is a masterful tale of vengeance, justice, and redemption. It is a gripping exploration of the boundaries of trust, the price of truth, and the indomitable strength of those who refuse to be silenced. Unflinching, riveting, and deeply human, this is a story that will haunt you long after the final page.

A series of nine stars occurred here, and various creatures violently mutated, killing the former overlords – humans crazily. Thermal weapons are no longer humanity’s trump card. Fortunately, mutations have also occurred in humans. Human beings will awaken their bloodline at a specific time and gain the inherited power of various ferocious beasts. And Xu Mo, who obtained the system, was even more outrageous. He awakened the bloodline of the ten ancient beasts and led mankind to regain its dominance! !