#Lexi Post

[cathygeha]

REVIEW

Once Upon a Haunted Romance

An Historical Romance Collection

Ten haunted historical romance novellas collected in one volume are a perfect way to get to know new authors or spend time with the writings of already favorite authors. Whether you sit down to read the book straight through or read them spaced out over time you will be in for a treat as you find a haunting of one sort or another in this collection.

The stories include ghosts ranging from angry to helpful with some from the distant past and others more recently departed. I have listed the stories with the authors who wrote them below and have included a short note with the stories I completed reading.

Once Upon a Haunted Cave by Meara Platt – A house party that sees a Duke and his odious elderly aunt’s paid companion falling in love as they solved the mystery of the young female ghost in nearby caves.

Once Upon a Haunted Gardy by Chasity Bowlin

Once Upon an Enchanted Well by Mary Wine

Once Upon a Haunted Haven by Lexi Post: A widow ousted from her home with nothing but a haunted house she inherited will find true love with the assistance of her ghostly relative.

Once Upon a Haunted Romance by Mary Lancaster: Iwo people that have had difficult pasts find one another as a traveler is given shelter, provides protection, they fall in love with the blessing of the widow’s son and the ghost of her husband

Once Upon a Highland Mist by Maeve Greyson

Once Upon a Haunted Scottish Cottage: To inherit a Scottish cottage a set of terms must be fulfilled and in so doing a ghost assists a couple to find their happily ever after.

Once Upon a Haunted Hillfort by Mia Pride

Once Upon a Haunted Knight by Elisa Braden

Once Upon a Haunted Horn and Hoof by Elizabeth Rose: A secret recipe for whiskey, a ghost who cannot rest, and a sudden betrothal might or might not be enough to align to clans and see a ghost finally rest.

Thank you to NetGalley and Dragonblade for the ARC – This is my honest review.

4-5 Stars

BLURB

When spooky manors and or ghostly coastlines call, this stunning collection of haunted Historical Romance novellas is sure to leave you breathless with ethereal, romantic tales… Welcome to ONCE UPON A HAUNTED ROMANCE anthology! Many of your favorite Historical Romance authors have come together for a collection of never-before published stories inspired by legendary hauntings in the British Isles. A derelict old castle? A spectral lady wandering the forests? These tales will give you a chill, a thrill, and have you reading them over and over. From the moors of Devon to the ballrooms of Regency London, and far north into the Scottish Highlands, these stories will bring you wistful dreams of legendary and haunting romance. You’ve never before experienced a collection like this by some of the very best authors in Historical Romance. Authors in this anthology Meara Platt Chasity Bowlin Mary Wine Lexi Post Mary Lancaster Maeve Greyson Sofie Darling Mia Pride Elisa Braden Elizabeth Rose Lock your doors, light your candle, and settle down to this smashing collection of darkly-tinged romantic stories with unforgettable heroes and magnificent ladies. Romance has never been so daring… or so haunting!

618 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 28, 2023

[lexi-n-izzy]

Some days I wanna meow meow meow, other days I wanna bark bark bark but today I want to moo moo moo!!

[drmedusagrey]

April's taken over Izzie's room, which was fine when it was temporary. But I live in the attic, and I sleep next to Christmas ornaments.

[wandamaximommy22]

reasons i love greys anatomy:

1) i love women

2) i love women with authority

3) i have mommy issues

4) i love watching women

5) i love older women

6) i just love women

7) blood guts and gore

8) they all have mommy/daddy issues

9) cristina yang is a legend

10) they are literally all gay

[katemoneymartinsgf]

All I Want - Caitlin Clark x Reader

It was a typical game night in the Indiana Fever locker room. The team had just crushed it, and everyone was buzzing with that post-win excitement. You were in your element, camera in hand, snapping away at the chaos of victory. As the team photographer, capturing these moments was your job and your passion.

But the real reason you were here went way beyond the job.

Caitlin was here. You and her went way back to your freshman year at Iowa. You were just starting out as a photographer, and she was already a star. You clicked instantly, and that bond had only gotten stronger over the years. The connection between you two was undeniable, but with her relationship with Connor (sorry), things were a bit more complicated.

Connor had always been the epitome of what Caitlin’s parents wanted for her—a successful, high-profile partner. But as time went on, it became increasingly clear that their relationship wasn’t as perfect as it seemed from the outside. He was always so wrapped up in himself. Whatever caitlin did, he would always figure out how to make it about him. After college, he went to work with the pacers, which was good because he was close to Caitlin, but he just continued to make her feel sidelined in the entire relationship. You had stayed up for countless night having talks with caitlin about how this isn’t what a relationship should be like. It was painful to watch her grapple with these issues, knowing how much she deserved someone who truly valued her.

Tonight, Caitlin spotted you in the locker and made a beeline over. Her hair was damp from a post-game shower, and she was wearing that casual, post-game glow. “Hey,” she said, her smile instantly making you feel at home. “Got any good shots of me today?” she asked, a casual but curious tone in her voice.

You smiled and shrugged. “A few. Want to see?”

She walked over and sat down on a nearby bench, clearly interested. “Duh.”

As you flicked through the photos, She leaned in, her curiosity piqued. “This one is so funny, you caught Aaliyah mid-BOW.”

You both laughed as you heard Aaliyah from the other side of the room do her signature BOW BOW BOW.

You flicked through the photos on your camera, stopping at a shot of her mid-practice, her form captured perfectly. You then pulled up a similar photo from your time at Iowa.

“Check this out,” you said, showing her the picture. “This one’s from today’s practice, and this one…” you flipped to the older photo, “is from our freshman year, It’s like you haven’t changed a bit.”

She leaned in to compare the photos, a smile spreading across her face as she took in the similarity. “Wow, that’s pretty cool. I guess some things never change.”

You laughed, nodding. “Yeah, it’s pretty impressive. It’s like you’ve got this signature style that’s all your own.”

“Not just the picture,” She said, her voice softening. “It’s nice to know some things stay consistent, even after all these years.”

Your gaze warmed at her comment. “I’m glad I get to be here to document all of this.”

“I wouldn’t want it to be anyone else,” She replied, her eyes locking with yours for a moment.

You both sat in a comfortable silence, soaking in the closeness of the moment. The scent of vanilla from Caitlin’s post-shower lingered in the air, and you could almost feel the tension between you two. It was clear that you both felt something deeper than friendship, but Caitlin’s relationship with Connor casted a shadow over what could be.

It was moments like these that drove you crazy. The unspoken feelings, the mutual understanding of what could be, but also the knowledge that Connor was standing in the way. Caitlin’s struggles with her relationship often left her feeling conflicted, and you were constantly caught between being her supportive friend and wanting something more.

“CC, IT’S YOUR TURN!” Aaliyah’s voice broke the spell, calling Caitlin over to join the TikTok she and Lexie were currently making.

Caitlin gave you an apologetic smile. “I’ll be back. Sorry, I’m so famous.” She said with a playful shrug and stood up, fixing her hair. “Maybe next time you can focus a bit more on me with the camera.”

You laughed and gave her a gentle shove toward Aaliyah and Lexie. “Since you’re so famous, huh?”

She gave you her cocky little pout before turning to join her teammates, her laughter mingling with the rest of the locker room’s buzz. As Caitlin joined the TikTok fun, you watched her, feeling that familiar mix of admiration and longing.

Caitlin had always been a constant in your life, a source of inspiration and joy. To say the least….You were so down bad for a girl who’s stuck with a very unsettling man.

…..

Hope you like chat, next chapter out soon. Love you guys

[presentlylexi]

I need to be a puppy

I need to not worry anymore. My brain is full of problems humans have. Why should I have those problems? I never asked to be human.

I need to be a puppy

If I were a puppy, I could just run around and play! Being mindless and free, not worrying about the next big thing, it would be so freeing!

I need to be a puppy

Being a puppy means I can be dumb! Being dumb is happy!! I can bark and run and jump! And be silly!! I don't need a brain if I'm a puppy!!

I need to be a puppy

Being a puppy would mean I can be obedient! I'd never disobey as a puppy! I'd be so well trained and well behaved, and I'd get treats and rewards for being a good puppy!

I need to be a puppy

If I were a puppy, I wouldn't need stupid clothes either!! Being a puppy means I could be naked and free!! And if that means my little hole is exposed to the world well, that just sounds like even more fun!!

I need to be a puppy

I need to be naked, silly, dumb, and obedient, I need to have my little puppyhole in the air ready to play whenever some bigger dog comes along to play, and I need to be happy!

[florida3exclamationpoints]

Grey's text posts pt. 6

[save-mohamed-family]

Let the world witness how my children's lives once were and how they are now. My message to every heart that loves childhood and compassion is to stand with my children and my wife and help us leave Gaza. The pain that overwhelms our lives cannot be described in words. To anyone who feels our suffering, I ask you to extend a helping hand.

The best gift you can give to my children in this painful situation is a donation and sharing my story. As we endure unending suffering, your help offers them hope for a better tomorrow.

I have lost the most precious people in my life—my father and my sisters—and I cannot bear the thought of losing my children too. The pain I carry in my heart is indescribable, and all I want is to protect what is left of my family.

We live under the constant threat of death, as if life is slipping away from us with every passing second.

Every week, we are forced to flee, leaving behind what little remains of our memories, moving from place to place in search of safety that we never find.

@communistchilchuck 🫶🇵🇸

@nabulsi

@sayruq

@heba-20 @90-ghost @sar-soor @fairuzfan @ibtisams @fallahifag @vakarians-babe @palipunk @palestinecharitycommissionsassoc @stil-lindigo @vakarian-shepard @northgazaupdates

@faggotfungus @ghost-and-a-half @three-croissants @riding-with-the-wild-hunt @magnus-rhymes-with-swagness @marnota @northgazaupdates

[bxeckersz]

Broken Promises | Caitlin clark x fem! reader

warnings: toxic rls, language, cheating, caitlin being a master manipulator

summary: cait and y/n being toxic idk

A/N: thought abt this during class and its ass cause i havent wrote in so long

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“Caitlin i’m sick of this!” you yell, pacing around the living room as she just stood there looking stupid. You and caitlin have had the same repeating cycle for 3 years.

For three years you guys would argue, she’d walk out, you’d break up, she’d apologize, you’d have makeup sex, you’d get back together, and the cycle would repeat. It’s tiring.

you guys got in another argument after you went through caitlin’s phone and found out she’d been hooking up with some girl for a while.

“let me explain” She exhales out. “Explain for what Caitlin? What do you have to explain? I’ve seen it all! All those ‘late night practices’?” you shout at her. the neighbors could for sure hear us because of how loud you were yelling.

She’d been playing you like a fool. She would tell you she’d have “late night practices” or “media shit” and she’d really be fucking some slut.

“You’re out fucking some random girl while i’m at home going to bed alone, caitlin! Every night!” you yell at her, tears stifling down your face.

“Bro, let me talk” She sighs, covering her face with her large palms.

“No! You don’t get to talk anymore! Do you know what i’ve sacrificed for you? Hell- i’ve lost friends- family members have stopped talking to me because i moved to Indiana with you! it was all for you! everything. and this- this is what i get in return?”

“Okay, and what, I haven’t sacrificed shit for you?” She yells back at you.

you scoff, pushing past her and walking into the room. “Hey- don’t walk away. baby-“ She sighs.

“I’m done with you! for good! your not gonna keep playing with my heart- your not gonna keep treating me like this! You don’t even care- you’re never here anymore!” you sob, covering my face.

“Hey-hey- please don’t cry baby. please- let’s talk this out.. it’s not what it looks like i swear- she’s just a friend. you can even ask Aliyah,” She pleads, her voice cracking as she wraps her arms around your waist from behind.

“Yeah right. friend my ass.” you scoff, wiggling out her hold. “Baby- she’s really just a friend. nothing more, nothing less. i don’t want anyone but you, y/n. I can’t lose you. please- just let me explain.” She cracks.

You sigh, biting your bottom lip, tasting the saltiness from your tears. Your eyes were puffy and red from all the crying, your clothes soaked in tears.

You knew she was lying- you knew deep, deep down she was lying, but it sounded so genuine. And so- you found yourself naked- tangled in her embrace for the billionth time.

For weeks everything had been good. She was coming home on time, her phone was clean of anything suspicious-she dedicated all her time to you. Until- she didn’t.

she started coming home late again, she stopped giving you access to her phone- and worst of all- she came home with a small hickey on her right upper thigh.

she told you it was just lexie playing around with her makeup- but why was it so high up? and of course- you didnt press the issue because she did everything she could to make you stay.

It was 1:36 am and Caitlin still hadn’t returned home. you found yourself on the couch- the tv and the small overhead oven light being the inly source of light.

You made dinner after Caitlin told you she’d be home early. the food you made had been freezing cold the candles you lit being blew out ages ago.

You sighed, that familiar lump in your throat forming as you stormed into the room. You swiped your side of the room of everything, grabbing bags and suitcases. You began stuffing the various items into the bag, making sure you left nothing behind.

For 3 years, all you did was love and support that girl. and she couldn’t even give you a dinner in response.

You stormed to the closet, grabbing everything of yours. you had everything of yours packed. You slipped on your shoes, making sure you left your side nice and clean. You then made your way into the bathroom, collecting your belongings.

Once the whole house was cleared from your belongings, you grabbed your phone and blocked caitlin on everything. You grabbed your car keys off the hook, walking out the complex door.

you loaded everything in your car before calling your mom. You were done with caitlin- officially.

she played with you way too much.

“Im on my way to your house” You cried as your mom picked up the phone. “what happened? why’re you crying? calm down” she jumbled out. “I’ll explain later” You mumbled, words muffled by your cries.

“Just be careful on the road- love you” She says, her voice full of worry.

had you made the right choice??

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Thanks for reading all the way through!

might do a pt 2 to this w caits pov

felt good to write again lowk also ts is not spell checked or nun so

[kitnita]

★ — jake oettinger & mason marchment via lexydurham on instagram; june 28, 2024

[lexiene]

POV: You're married to Megumi~ 💍

[glutenfreetitty]

Gay rights for Mal Lexi Yoly Sam and Xander

Therapy for Tiff Mildred Rae and Aussie

JAIL for Vanessa

Gay people pls confirm

[jetsteelyourheart]

The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes by Suzanne Collins

Excerpt from Ch. 10

The fire singed his hair, and with renewed effort he tried to struggle from under the beam, to no avail. A searing pain began to eat into his neck and shoulder as the horrifying realization that he was burning to death overtook him. He screamed, again and again, but seemed alone in a bubble of dark smoke and flaming rubble. Then he could make out a figure rising from the inferno. Lucy Gray said his name, then snapped her head around, something out of his view catching her attention. Her feet took a few steps away from him, then she hesitated, apparently torn.

[thirtythirdhalfbirthday]

I'm re-reading the Hunger Games series and I know I've seen discussions on social media about how Peeta represents peace and Gale represents war and Katniss ultimately chooses peace over war even though Gale/war is what's more familiar to her. And I love that analysis and I noticed something more.

Katniss doesn't even think about marrying Gale until after she realizes she has to marry Peeta. When Gale kisses her, she's not sure how she feels about it, but she knows she wants to reject him regardless of her feelings because she doesn't want a boyfriend and she doesn't want to get married. Later, she talks to Haymitch and realizes that she has to pretend to love Peeta for the rest of her life to make the Capitol happy and protect her loved ones, and that will include marrying him. And one of her first thoughts is, "I will never have a life with Gale, even if I want to."

In this case, she'd rather have war. Because if the Capitol is forcing her to choose peace, it's not really peace. It's just a façade, barely keeping her loved ones alive. It's not until she can do so on her own terms that she chooses Peeta.

[spacedlexi]

i think its been a good amount of time since the last time you talked them it so... what kinda wips have you got right now? 🫡 😭

im trying to go back and finish some old wips + working on some non twdg stuff so i only have a few new things

(alt text if you cant read my quick handwriting/dont know what order its in 💀)

dont know if i ever shared this last one its not new but its one of the old wips im going back to.. eventually 💀 i have too many wips

[presentlylexi]

A thought that I'm not normal about;

A standard marriage proposal. A good old fashioned down on one knee, EXCEPT:

1. It's not the one proposing getting down on one knee, but the one proposing asking their partner to kneel and do so

AND

2. Rather than a ring, the proposal is done with a collar, which when accepted, is placed around the neck and locked, signifying not only ownership, but partnership

goddddddd I fucking need it-