Charleston Miller
3 Published Stories
Charleston Miller's Books and Stories
Duty and Redemption: Odyssey of Elias
Adventure Duty and Redemption: Odyssey of Elias is a powerful military drama/psychological thriller featuring Elias Janovich, a soldier forged by war, weighed by loss, and burdened by the ghosts of battles long lost. Set in glittering Las Vegas, the novel muses on duty, trauma, and redemption as Elias faces his own haunted past and the lingering specters of war.
Having retired, Elias finds himself pulled back into the life of a covertist when an old friend stumbles onto something that could make Elias feel the ice beneath his feet once again. What starts as an ask for a favor quickly escalates into a high-stakes game against a rogue faction with connections to his previous life. With each harsh battle, ethical challenge, and emotional struggle, Elias must also battle the threat within that could destroy him.
While he wrestles with dangerous allies, a broken team, and a conspiracy that's deeper than he believes humanly possible, Elias stumbles down a road of rediscovery-seeking meaning that exists beyond duty, and an opportunity to heal. His odyssey is the story of resilience, of brotherhood, and of hope in the ruins of war.
Full of emotional depth and thrill, this action-packed story culminates into a poignantly told narrative about the indomitable human spirit and the long road to redemption.
Main Characters
1. Elias Janovich: The protagonist, a retired soldier forged by war and weighed by loss.
2. Clara: Elias's love interest, a source of comfort and support.
3. William David (Elias's father): A voice of reason and wisdom, who provides guidance and support to Elias.
Supporting Characters
1. John Deere: Elias's former companion and antagonist, who has a complicated past with Elias.
2. Superior/Command Officer: Unnamed, this character is Elias's superior in the military, who informs him of the recall.
Mentioned but Unseen Characters
1. Elias's mother: Mentioned in a memory, but not physically present.
2. Brevoort: Mentioned as a war elder, but not physically present.
FILIAL VENGEANCE: ALPHA WOLVES
Adventure Protagonists
1. Astrid: The initial leader of the pack, known for her wisdom, bravery, and compassion.
2. Luna: Astrid's successor and the new leader of the pack, who is determined, courageous, and loyal.
Supporting Characters
1. Nova: A strong and capable wolf who plays a key role in maintaining peace and stability in the region.
2. Scarlett: The leader of a rival pack who poses a threat to Astrid's pack.
3. Thorne: The leader of a rogue pack that threatens the stability of the region.
4. Orion: A young wolf who is part of Astrid's pack and plays a key role in the battle against Thorne's pack.
5. Atlas: A wise and experienced wolf who serves as a mentor and advisor to Astrid and Luna.
Historical Characters
1. Alessandro: A legendary leader who founded the pack and established its traditions and values.
2. Leonardo: A brave and loyal wolf who played a key role in the pack's early history.
3. Luca: A wise and compassionate leader who guided the pack through a period of great change and challenge.
Description:
In a world where wolves live and thrive in packs, a young wolf named Astrid rises to leadership and must navigate the challenges of protecting her pack and maintaining peace in the region. As Astrid grows old and passes on the leadership to her successor, Luna, a new era begins, marked by new challenges and opportunities. Through their journeys, Astrid and Luna must confront rival packs, rogue leaders, and internal conflicts, all while remaining true to the values and traditions of their pack.
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G.Gordon CRACK.
Daniel landed a clean punch right to Leo's jaw. I gasped, hand flying to my mouth, but internally? Oh god, that was satisfying to watch.
Ally and I latched onto each other, giggling like schoolgirls, and took this as our cue to GTFO.
We bolted from the VIP section, dodging security and weaving through the crowd until we reached the DJ stage. The bass rattled my bones, the lights flashing in dizzying neon colors.
Ally clutched my arm. "What the hell did you say to that guy, Daniel?"
I burst into laughter, now fully slurring. "I told him that Leo was my obsessive ex. That I had a restraining order against him, and he wouldn't leave me alone."
Ally's jaw hit the floor. "Celeste. YOU DIDN'T."
I grinned wickedly. "I did. And then I told him if he protected me, he could have me all night long."
Ally full-on SCREAMED, grabbing my shoulders. "You evil little genius."
We howled with laughter, ignoring the chaos happening behind us. The VIP section was in full-blown war mode, but us? We were thriving.
Dancing, spinning, arms in the air, riding the high of the night. We climbed onto one of the podiums, bodies moving with the music, our dresses clinging to our curves. We were reckless. We were untouchable.
Until we weren't.
One second, I was basking in my freedom. The next, a pair of strong hands gripped my thighs, and before I could react-I was THROWN over someone's shoulder.
Everything tilted. My stomach lurched. I shrieked, pounding my fists against a broad, muscular back.
"WHAT THE FUCK-PUT ME DOWN!"
I twisted my head, and even through my blurred, drunken vision, I knew exactly who had me.
Leo.
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Celeste never wanted this life. She never wanted the weight of her family's name, the blood-stained legacy, or the ruthless enemies lurking in the shadows. And she sure as hell never wanted to marry Leonidas Astor-the man who once meant everything to her as a child, until he turned her world into a nightmare.
Forced into a marriage neither of them wanted, Celeste and Leo are bound by an inescapable contract, tangled in a web of power, revenge, and deadly secrets. But when Celeste uncovers a chilling truth-one that shatters the foundation of their hatred-she realizes she's been fighting the wrong enemy all along.
The real monster has been hiding in plain sight. And now, both of them are running out of time.
With danger closing in and betrayals lurking around every corner, Celeste must decide: Can she trust the man who ruined her life? Or will this marriage be the beginning of her downfall?
Vows were made. Lies were told. And in a world where love and money are weapons, Celeste is about to find out just how deadly it can be. Wake Up, Dream Boy!
Mr. Ben Having some of the poems in the first edition of the poem collection, ‘The P.O.T (Poured Out Thoughts)’ published in several poetry magazines as High On Poems, Earthborne Magazine, Deadsnakes and so on, the author has ushered in the second, titled ‘The P.O.T (Poured Out Thoughts) ---The Reloaded.
It is said to be ‘reloaded’ because there are other poems to be added to make this edition slightly richer than the first. With poems as ‘Out of the Box’, ‘Dad Loves Me’, ‘Heralding God’s Magnificence’ being published in notable poetry journals and magazines, the sequel is hoped to make an impact to the entire world, beginning with the readers.
The Table of Contents has the additional poems that readers, who have read the first edition, would realize. They are intended to look into general issues, family, gender, parental, religious (Christian faith), children, love and personal/motivational.
The aim behind this piece is simple. As said in the first edition, it is about entertaining, enlightening, inspiring or motivating and enabling people think for themselves.
Worthy of Note: The author believes that subsequent edition(s) of the work would carry the above-stated aim.