Eluding Destiny Series by Charlie Nottingham

Being the most powerful Fae Angel hybrid the world has ever seen seems like a good time. Having a soulmate doesn't seem too bad either. For the most part? Laila's pretty happy to be that girl. Until the best parts of her life are ripped out from beneath her.In just a few days, everything in Laila's life changes. The brother she never knew existed shows up from the Fae Realm looking for her and their mother. Her once perfect love life crumbles in the blink of an eye... moreBeing the most powerful Fae Angel hybrid the world has ever seen seems like a good time. Having a soulmate doesn't seem too bad either. For the most part? Laila's pretty happy to be that girl. Until the best parts of her life are ripped out from beneath her.In just a few days, everything in Laila's life changes. The brother she never knew existed shows up from the Fae Realm looking for her and their mother. Her once perfect love life crumbles in the blink of an eye. If things aren't hard enough already, her oldest family friend is murdered too. And the nosy detective in town is pointing fingers Laila’s way.Is it all connected? How could it be?She saw what Jeremy did with her own eyes. Well, in someone else’s memories, but she still saw it. Why is she questioning it? Why can’t she shake the feeling that there’s more to all of this than she can see?Things started to go array before her brother entered the picture. And he seems nice enough. Surely, it can’t be his fault. But what else could it all boil down to?Or rather… Who could it boil down to? less

If she knew what she was, none of it would have happened.After the death of her older sister and the subsequent divorce of her parents, Celena decides to move from New York City to her mom's hometown outside of Wheeling, West Virginia. Since Kayden died, all she's wanted to do is start over.Seems easy enough. Move to a new town where no one knows your story and write a new one.But the moment they lay eyes on her, the story starts to write itself... moreIf she knew what she was, none of it would have happened.After the death of her older sister and the subsequent divorce of her parents, Celena decides to move from New York City to her mom's hometown outside of Wheeling, West Virginia. Since Kayden died, all she's wanted to do is start over.Seems easy enough. Move to a new town where no one knows your story and write a new one.But the moment they lay eyes on her, the story starts to write itself.Celena doesn't know what she is, but they can smell it all over her. If she were just another human, one of the most powerful Alphas on the east coast wouldn't have demanded she be turned and indicted into his pack.She didn't have a choice about being bitten. But she'll be damned before anyone forces her into submission.Content Warning: This book is intended only for readers 18+. A detailed warning is listed before page 1. Please read at your own discretion.Note from the author: This book can be read without reading book 1 in the series. You can also read the rest of the series in Laila's perspectives without this book. However, I reccomend reading them all because this is the chronological order to the series, and because there is a lot of overlap between Celena's story and Laila's. But, if you miss Laila dearly, book 3 is still a fine place to pick up.Reading Order:Eluding Destiny Book OneEluding Destiny Book Two: New Normal - Celena's Story Part 1Eluding Destiny Book Three: The Horrors that Created UsEluding Destiny Book Four: AftershocksEluding Destiny Book Five: ReprisalEluding Destiny Book Six: The Precipice less

I may be home, but I'm not really here.When I was locked in a cell, I somehow felt stronger than I do now. Everywhere I look, it reminds me of how grateful I should be to be home.But hundreds are still in captivity because I failed to save them.I know I need to stay vertical so I can find them all, and I'm gonna try. But I'm sure I'll fall before I learn to run past this.-Laila_________________________She's here, but she isn't here... moreI may be home, but I'm not really here.When I was locked in a cell, I somehow felt stronger than I do now. Everywhere I look, it reminds me of how grateful I should be to be home.But hundreds are still in captivity because I failed to save them.I know I need to stay vertical so I can find them all, and I'm gonna try. But I'm sure I'll fall before I learn to run past this.-Laila_________________________She's here, but she isn't here.For the last three months, I've dreamed of holding my fiancé in my arms again. Now she's here. I'm holding her, and somehow, it feels like I'm alone.But I'll do what I've always done. I'll push that thought to the back of my mind, hold her tighter, and remind myself that one day, she'll really be here again.One day, I'll have the love of my lives back.One day, we'll save the remaining survivors.One day, we'll get the happy ever after we deserve.One day.-Jeremy less

Our baby's still out there somewhere. And we're hellbent on finding him.I never saw Micah's face or heard him cry when I birthed him in that cell. I lost so much blood, and when I woke up, I believed Peterson when he told me Micah was dead. Why did I believe him?No matter how guilty I feel, or how much it hurts, it doesn't matter anymore. What matters now is finding my son.-Laila____________________When Laila told me Micah died, I had no reason not to believe her... moreOur baby's still out there somewhere. And we're hellbent on finding him.I never saw Micah's face or heard him cry when I birthed him in that cell. I lost so much blood, and when I woke up, I believed Peterson when he told me Micah was dead. Why did I believe him?No matter how guilty I feel, or how much it hurts, it doesn't matter anymore. What matters now is finding my son.-Laila____________________When Laila told me Micah died, I had no reason not to believe her.Everything after that though? It was all my fault. I failed more times than I can count. I wanted to do better, to be better, but when you're trying to disguise your heartache, it isn't easy to be the man you want to be.Now, though, I know my son's alive.I have a reason to get myself together, and I'm going to. Laila and I are going to find our son, and, hopefully along the way, I can prove to her that my family matters more to me than anything.It's true that I've lied and made mistakes, but that was always the truth.My wife and my son are everything to me.I'm going to right my wrongs or die trying.-Jeremy less

It's been more than a year since Celena and Wyatt left West Virginia. But time hasn't softened the ruthless alpha that had her turned against her will.Celena's so grateful for all the relationships she's built in that time. She has a sister now - one with a hell of a reputation in the supernatural world. She has a family - some blood, some not - that would fight, kill, and die for her. And she'd do the same for them.But she always knew that living with the Skoulda clan was temporary... moreIt's been more than a year since Celena and Wyatt left West Virginia. But time hasn't softened the ruthless alpha that had her turned against her will.Celena's so grateful for all the relationships she's built in that time. She has a sister now - one with a hell of a reputation in the supernatural world. She has a family - some blood, some not - that would fight, kill, and die for her. And she'd do the same for them.But she always knew that living with the Skoulda clan was temporary. It was a pause. It was only to give her and Wyatt the time they needed to learn their abilities.And now, they've learned.When Brendon shows up begging for the assistance Celena promised when he helped them get out of town, she knows. It's time. It's time to end Damon Locklear.Even if she has to do it on her own.This book is not recommended for readers under 18. Content warning can be found just after the dedication. Please read at your own discretion. less

Their baby's still out there somewhere. And they're hellbent on finding him.When Laila gave birth to Micah in that tiny, steel-walled cell, she didn't get to see his face. She didn't hear him cry. Then she hemorraged and was unconscious for  days. When she awoke, she was told he was dead, and she doesn't know why she believed it.Jeremy was in another country, feeling every ache and pain, but unable to hold her through each contraction. When she came home, it broke his heart, but he believed her... moreTheir baby's still out there somewhere. And they're hellbent on finding him.When Laila gave birth to Micah in that tiny, steel-walled cell, she didn't get to see his face. She didn't hear him cry. Then she hemorraged and was unconscious for  days. When she awoke, she was told he was dead, and she doesn't know why she believed it.Jeremy was in another country, feeling every ache and pain, but unable to hold her through each contraction. When she came home, it broke his heart, but he believed her. As far as he knew, his son died at birth.Like many, losing their child tore them apart.But now, they know for a fact that he's out there somewhere. Being held captive by the same man that tortured hundreds of other supernatural creatures, including Jeremy's brother, Chris.Their relationship may be in turbulence, but they've always agreed on one thing. Nothing matters more to either of them than their children. And if anything could bring them back together, it's this.Together, they'll find him. And the other hundreds of survivors that lunatic's holding captive.One day, they'll bring each and every one of them home. less

Micah's home. He's finally home.Well, almost.After three years of chasing lead after lead, Laila and Jeremy finally tracked one down that brought their baby back to them. Peterson's imprisoned in their basement. Chris is back, and life is good. Or it will be, rather. Once they get to get him home legally.Which should be easy enough.Except, the governing entities assigned to Micah's case aren't stupid. They found the kid, but not the kidnapper... moreMicah's home. He's finally home.Well, almost.After three years of chasing lead after lead, Laila and Jeremy finally tracked one down that brought their baby back to them. Peterson's imprisoned in their basement. Chris is back, and life is good. Or it will be, rather. Once they get to get him home legally.Which should be easy enough.Except, the governing entities assigned to Micah's case aren't stupid. They found the kid, but not the kidnapper. They might not be able to prove it, but they know Laila and Jeremy have Peterson.And they won't give Micah back until their questions for Peterson are answered.Reading order:Eluding Destiny Book OneEluding Destiny Book Two: New NormalEluding Destiny Book Three: The Horrors that Created UsEluding Destiny Book Four: AftershocksEluding Destiny Book Five: ReprisalEluding Destiny Book Six: The PrecipiceEluding Destiny Book Seven: The Acquisition of an Army Part IEluding Destiny Book Eight: The Acquisition of an Army Part IIEluding Destiny Book Nine: SacrilegiousEluding Destiny Book Ten: Retrocognition less

All anyone keeps hearing about is the apocalypse. The war to end all wars. The beginning of a new world.Once upon a time, Jeremy and I would've known how to handle this sort of thing. After all, we were gods.Except, we were cursed by another divine being to forget our first lives. The one where we cultivated earth.Now, memories are floating back to us. Memories of the first life we lived. Memories of our origin on another world, before we came to earth and the humans adorned us as deities... moreAll anyone keeps hearing about is the apocalypse. The war to end all wars. The beginning of a new world.Once upon a time, Jeremy and I would've known how to handle this sort of thing. After all, we were gods.Except, we were cursed by another divine being to forget our first lives. The one where we cultivated earth.Now, memories are floating back to us. Memories of the first life we lived. Memories of our origin on another world, before we came to earth and the humans adorned us as deities.To understand how to lead the world through this alleged war to come, we first need to understand where we've come from. Why the god who cursed us for centuries hated us so deeply.And how to keep our people safe from the end of life as we know it.Read less less

The shift has begun.The world's ending. But me, Jeremy, our brothers, and our sisters only have to live through it for twelve days.Then we'll go back in time to the year 2000 to, hopefully, prevent it from happening. At the very least, to prepare for it.But before we do, we have to see what it's going to be like. We have to fight. We have to save as many lives as we can and come to terms with the fact that we can't save them all.

Can the gods themselves avert the apocalypse?Laila and Jeremy, the goddess of eternal life and the god of death, just watched the world they created thousands of years ago get blown to pieces.By going back in time to the year 2000, they can rewrite the story, and (hopefully) save the world... moreCan the gods themselves avert the apocalypse?Laila and Jeremy, the goddess of eternal life and the god of death, just watched the world they created thousands of years ago get blown to pieces.By going back in time to the year 2000, they can rewrite the story, and (hopefully) save the world.Searching for the other lost gods, raising their children in strength, and chasing dreams of peace, Laila and Jeremy are determined to change the future, even if it takes another war with the ancient enemy that started it all. less

Covering up murders was not how Laila and Jeremy envisioned their fresh start in the year 2000.But what were they supposed to do? They couldn't let their friend get thrown in jail and expose their family of gods to the humans.Now the nosy cop, whose got quite the thing for Laila, is convinced Jeremy's the one that killed that women. Jeremy may have burned her body, but he took no part in the murder. This cop has had it out for Jeremy since day one though... moreCovering up murders was not how Laila and Jeremy envisioned their fresh start in the year 2000.But what were they supposed to do? They couldn't let their friend get thrown in jail and expose their family of gods to the humans.Now the nosy cop, whose got quite the thing for Laila, is convinced Jeremy's the one that killed that women. Jeremy may have burned her body, but he took no part in the murder. This cop has had it out for Jeremy since day one though.Will they be able to clear his name? Or will he end up behind bars? less

Jeremy's mom will die in one year. He's a time traveller, and a necromancer. He can save her. If she'll let him.Everyone knows how these things work. If a butterfly flaps its wings, it causes a tsunami. But saving an entire life? That's a way bigger impact than the flight of a butterfly.Melissa isn't wishful for death. But now, seeing her children as adults, leading happy lives, having children, built into beautiful people, she can't risk interfering... moreJeremy's mom will die in one year. He's a time traveller, and a necromancer. He can save her. If she'll let him.Everyone knows how these things work. If a butterfly flaps its wings, it causes a tsunami. But saving an entire life? That's a way bigger impact than the flight of a butterfly.Melissa isn't wishful for death. But now, seeing her children as adults, leading happy lives, having children, built into beautiful people, she can't risk interfering. Of course she wants to see her babies grow up, but... In a way, she's getting that opportunity now. She sees who they'll grow into, and that's... enough, isn't it?Jeremy does not agree, and with the time Melissa has left, he's going to do everything in his power to convince her of the same.Will the sands in the hour glass run out before he saves his mother? Or will he convince her to let him interfere? less

Something awful is going to happen to Laila's husband, and she has no idea how to stop it.Ever since they covered up those murders, ever since the sheriff walked into Laila's café, there has been a pit inside of her stomach. Visions of Jeremy's death are invading her dreams, overtaking her life. He's immortal though, how could he die?She doesn't understand, but apparently, she has a new ability of prophecy... moreSomething awful is going to happen to Laila's husband, and she has no idea how to stop it.Ever since they covered up those murders, ever since the sheriff walked into Laila's café, there has been a pit inside of her stomach. Visions of Jeremy's death are invading her dreams, overtaking her life. He's immortal though, how could he die?She doesn't understand, but apparently, she has a new ability of prophecy.But how is she supposed to prevent whatever's coming when the visions won't show her the full picture? less

4.000 years ago, Jeremy started a war. Now he has to finish it. Laila and Jeremy only wanted normalcy for their family, but that’s all changed now that they remember their lives as gods. Especially now that Jeremy knows that when trying to save his wife and children, he started the war between the Fae and Angels, which is still going strong now, 4,000 years later. Another pair of gods from their first life surface, telling Laila and Jeremy to clean up the mess he made all those years ago... more4.000 years ago, Jeremy started a war. Now he has to finish it. Laila and Jeremy only wanted normalcy for their family, but that’s all changed now that they remember their lives as gods. Especially now that Jeremy knows that when trying to save his wife and children, he started the war between the Fae and Angels, which is still going strong now, 4,000 years later. Another pair of gods from their first life surface, telling Laila and Jeremy to clean up the mess he made all those years ago. But the Fae Realm isn't the fairytale it used to be. Their journey to destroy an Angel base in the Deep North is plagued by bloodshed, torture, and—worst of all—soul eaters. The only magic that can kill a god. Who will they lose against their ancient enemies along the way? less