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This series is a must-read for anyone who loves the sea, or islands, or joyous, intricate story-telling' ANN CLEEVES Shetland sailing sleuth Cass Lynch is definitely out of her comfort zone when she helps round up a prize-winning stallion escaped from the renowned Klaufister stud. She's even less impressed by its owner, Keith Arthurson, a returned city slicker who's already made enemies in his community. An unexpected visit to the Arthursons shows Cass the tensions simmering within the family. When Keith's found dead, can she uncover the motive for his murder without putting herself in danger?

Two souls bound together. But one thing threatens to tear them apart. Jealousy. While tensions build and fates shift, Hyacinth and Apollo seek Zephyrus. God of the west wind. Well connected among low deities. And Hyacinth's previous lover. Amid political schemes and personal struggles, Apollo and Hyacinth tumble through a world verging on war. But as jealousy flares and secrets come to light, all their careful planning may burn to ash. This fast-paced sequel to A Veil of Gods and Kings is full of romance and unexpected twists set in a dark, magical world.

Three ruthless Alpha Kings. One defiant Omega. A prophecy that could burn the Shadowlands to ash. The night they find her, Seraphina runs barefoot through the forest-until the Alphas catch her. Damien, all raw dominance. Kael, the calculating manipulator. Elias, the silent enigma. Together, they're the most dangerous predators in the Shadowlands... and they've decided she belongs to them. But Sera isn't just an unclaimed Omega. Magic thrums in her blood-wild, untamed, and powerful enough to change the fate of kingdoms. The Alphas want to control it. Others want her dead. And the moment they seal the Blood Oath, a mating bond begins to pull her into a dangerous web of desire, betrayal, and war. The world thinks an Omega can't survive without an Alpha. Sera's about to prove them wrong... Or burn everything down trying. Perfect for fans of dark reverse harem, fated mates, and slow-burn enemies-to-lovers tension, Captured by the Alphas is book one in a dangerously addictive series where passion and power are the deadliest weapons of all.

'A genuine page-turner' FREYA MARSKE, author of A Marvellous Light and Cinder House A sparkling historical fantasy filled with arcane magic, deadly conspiracies and an irresistible queer romance. Perfect for fans of Freya Marske, Alexis Hall, and Bridgerton mixed with magic. Lord Nicholas Monterris is trapped. The only heir to a declining dukedom, Nic is destined for a marriage of convenience. What he didn't expect was for his bride to be Lady Leaf Serral, daughter of his father's hated rivals. Now they must all be locked inside mouldering Monterris Court for the duration of the contract negotiations, along with head negotiator, master vowsmith Dashiell sa Vare - beautiful, perfect Dashiell sa Vare - an old flame Nic has neither forgiven nor forgotten. What could go wrong? Only a dead body turning up mere hours after they lock the doors. The first could be an accident, but a second death reveals something sinister is unfolding at Monterris Court, and long-buried secrets begin to surface. As accusations fly, Nic must work with his former lover and his future bride to uncover the killer before they become the next targets . . . 'A delectable read, brimming with mystery and filled with the tensions of past love. ' C.S. PACAT, New York Times bestselling author of Dark Rise

'A piece of magic in itself'FREYA MARSKE, author of A Marvellous Light and Cinder HouseA sparkling historical fantasy filled with arcane magic, deadly conspiracies and an irresistible queer romance.Perfect for fans of Freya Marske, Alexis Hall, and Bridgerton mixed with magic.Lord Nicholas Monterris is trapped. The only heir to a declining dukedom, Nic is destined for a marriage of convenience. What he didn't expect was for his bride to be Lady Leaf Serral, daughter of his father's hated rivals. Now they must all be locked inside mouldering Monterris Court for the duration of the contract negotiations, along with head negotiator, master vowsmith Dashiell sa Vare - beautiful, perfect Dashiell sa Vare - an old flame Nic has neither forgiven nor forgotten.What could go wrong?Only a dead body turning up mere hours after they lock the doors. The first could be an accident, but a second death reveals something sinister is unfolding at Monterris Court, and long-buried secrets begin to surface. As accusations fly, Nic must work with his former lover and his future bride to uncover the killer before they become the next targets . . .'A delectable read, brimming with mystery and filled with the tensions of past love. 'C.S. PACAT, New York Times bestselling author of Dark Rise

He bound her with a curse. He betrayed her at her lowest. But now, he's giving her control over his soul. From bestselling indie author and TikTok favorite Laura Thalassa comes a deliciously witchy romantasy. Life as a witch at Henbane Coven was already complicated for Selene Bowers, but having a soulmate like Memnon the Cursed? That's a whole new level of chaos. After being forced into a magical marriage pact with the powerful ancient sorcerer, who not only framed her for murder but claims she betrayed him in a past life, Selene is grappling with too many dark questions and not enough memories. But when her full memory returns, both Selene and Memnon discover that the truth is not at all what it sems. Desperate to make amends, Memnon offers her something unthinkable: a binding spell that makes him hers to command. His power. His mind. Even his heart. But there's a catch: if she ever truly falls for him, the bond shatters, and all bets are off. As her enemies close in and the halls of Henbane turn deadlier, Selene must decide whether she can trust the man she once loved-or if this cursed love story is destined to end in fire. A sexy, high-stakes romantasy perfect for fans of ACOTAR and The Serpent and the Wings of Night! Tropes to love: Dark academia with witches Magic with a price Reincarnation Enemies-to-lovers vibes with ancient tension Fated mates (but make it cursed) Morally gray love interest Magical marriage pact Love from readers: "The tension, the spice, the danger...it all ties together in a way that had me flipping pages at full speed." - Amazon "Witches, shifters, sorcerers, ancient curses, and a love that lasts through time? Bet." - Goodreads "What. A. Ride! Selene and Memnon are the ultimate power couple." - Amazon "Bespelled completely surpassed all of my expectations. I can't even put into words how magical this book was." - Goodreads

He bound her with a curse. He betrayed her at her lowest. But now, he's giving her control over his soul. From bestselling indie author and TikTok favorite Laura Thalassa comes a deliciously witchy romantasy. Life as a witch at Henbane Coven was already complicated for Selene Bowers, but having a soulmate like Memnon the Cursed? That's a whole new level of chaos. After being forced into a magical marriage pact with the powerful ancient sorcerer, who not only framed her for murder but claims she betrayed him in a past life, Selene is grappling with too many dark questions and not enough memories. But when her full memory returns, both Selene and Memnon discover that the truth is not at all what it sems. Desperate to make amends, Memnon offers her something unthinkable: a binding spell that makes him hers to command. His power. His mind. Even his heart. But there's a catch: if she ever truly falls for him, the bond shatters, and all bets are off. As her enemies close in and the halls of Henbane turn deadlier, Selene must decide whether she can trust the man she once loved--or if this cursed love story is destined to end in fire. A sexy, high-stakes romantasy perfect for fans of ACOTAR and The Serpent and the Wings of Night! Tropes to love: Dark academia with witches Magic with a price Reincarnation Enemies-to-lovers vibes with ancient tension Fated mates (but make it cursed) Morally gray love interest Magical marriage pact Love from readers: "The tension, the spice, the danger...it all ties together in a way that had me flipping pages at full speed." -- Amazon "Witches, shifters, sorcerers, ancient curses, and a love that lasts through time? Bet." -- Goodreads "What. A. Ride! Selene and Memnon are the ultimate power couple." -- Amazon "Bespelled completely surpassed all of my expectations. I can't even put into words how magical this book was." -- Goodreads

She won the Goddess's blessing. She got everything she asked for. So why does it feel like she's lost it all? Rose Kultavaris survived the Retterheld. She reclaimed her magic. Her title. Her place at court. But victory can be a hollow thing. Her sister's decisions have left her life in turmoil and the crown which Prince Kyor chose over her remains firmly on his arrogant head, while the tension between them is enough to rip the sky apart. The palace celebrates her as the gifted, yet behind gilded doors alliances shift, secrets surface, and the past refuses to stay buried. When the answers she needs lie beyond the city of Wrohelm, Rose is forced to leave its walls behind and chase the truth herself. Old betrayals cut deeper than any blade, while new truths shatter everything she thought she knew. Rose is more alone than ever, and her power, now reclaimed, proves far more dangerous than anything else she has faced. In a court built on lies and ambition, Rose must decide what she truly wants: vengeance, love, or something far more dangerous ... freedom. Vows of Blood and Deception is the second in a dark, spicy slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romantasy series, perfect for fans of Fourth Wing, The Serpent and the Wings of Night, and Throne of Glass. Tropes you'll love:Enemies to Lovers Second-Chance Tension Broken Trust Royal Court Intrigue Touch Her and Die Secrets and Revelations Gods with Their Own Agendas

Rediscover one of literature's most enduring love stories, masterfully narrated by actress Adjoa Andoh. In a society where a woman's prospects are tied to marriage, spirited Elizabeth Bennet refuses to surrender her heart—or her independence—without a fight. But the arrival of the wealthy and aloof Mr Darcy sets her small Hertfordshire village buzzing with gossip and speculation. Quick-witted and headstrong, Elizabeth is quick to judge Darcy's prideful demeanour. But as their lives intertwine through unforeseeable events, layers of his true character begin to unfold, challenging everything she thought she knew. A timeless blend of biting satire and unforgettable romance, `Pride and Prejudice´ captures the exquisite tension between passion and propriety and offers a sparkling portrait of love, class, and independence.

Sawako “Sadako” Kuronuma is the perfect heroine…for a horror movie. With her jet-black hair, sinister smile and silent demeanor, Sawako “Sadako” Kuronuma always had trouble fitting in. But her whole life changes when she befriends the most popular boy in class, Shota Kazehaya. Can love trump her cursed life? A misunderstanding causes Sawako and Kazehaya to distance themselves from each other. Unable to stand the tension, Sawako decides she needs to reveal her true feelings to him. Will this awkward girl and well-liked guy become a couple?!

Once upon a time, a mermaid fell in love with a beautiful queen...At the request of the mermaid princess Nadia, the royal family prepares to welcome the Atlancian delegation, but they find themselves facing an uphill battle! Many years of skirmishes and outright hostility between the mermaids and the citizens of Nerghen have soured their relationship, seemingly to the point of no return. With tensions swiftly rising between human and nonhuman kingdoms, everything must go off without a hitch-and fortunately, Blanche has a secret weapon to win the mermaids over!

An adapted and illustrated edition of the Russian classic, at an easy-to-read level for all ages! Dimitri is angry and reckless. Ivan is smart and logical. Alyosha is caring and forgiving. And their half-brother Smerdyakov is treated no better than a servant by their father. When Dimitri falls in love with a woman who isn't his fiancée and sets out to get the money his father is keeping from him, tensions within the family run higher than ever. Can Alyosha bring the Karamazov family together before disaster strikes?

AN INSTANT NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER THE EPIC AND SIZZLING YA ROMANTASY THAT EVERYONE IS TALKING ABOUT. SOON TO BE YOUR NEXT OBSESSION . . . *This hardback edition features a stunning foiled board design under the dust jacket and full-colour endpapers featuring map artwork by Virginia Allyn.* THEY SAY LOVE CONQUERS ALL . . . BUT CAN LOVE WIN IN A WAR BETWEEN DEMONS AND EXORCISTS? OR WILL IT JUST TEAR THEM ALL APART . . . ? A brutal war between demons and humanity has raged across Europe for over a century. At its heart are two elite soldiers: Selene Alleva , a powerful exorcist trained at the prestigious Vatican Academy, and foot soldier, Jules Lacroix , unrivalled in battle. When their paths cross, despite initial distrust - then unwelcome attraction - Jules and Selene discover a terrible secret at the heart of the holy Vatican City . . . Soon Jules is forced to question everything he's ever known - including himself. And Selene, unable to ignore her growing feelings for Jules, must make an impossible choice between love and duty. Serpent and Dove meets Empire of the Vampire, with a star-crossed, enemies-to-lovers romance at its heart. Perfect for fans of Powerless, Fourth Wing and Divine Rivals. PRAISE FOR CRUEL IS THE LIGHT: 'Sinister magic, crackling banter, and sizzling tension' Emily Thiede, author of This Vicious Grace 'A masterclass in romantasy . . . Thoroughly scorching' Bea Fitzgerald, bestselling author of Girl, Goddess, Queen ' A story of forbidden love with yearning so keen it cut. . . Bound to be your next obsession.' Eliza Chan, bestselling author of Fathomfolk 'Drenched with dark magic, woven with complex morals and sprinkled with true love.' Kika Hatzopoulou, bestselling author of Threads That Bind 'A powerhouse debut . . . Gripping, vivid and beautifully written' Vanessa Len, bestselling author of Only a Monster 'A beautifully crafted fantasy. I could not put it down. Dark and romantic, twisting and full of tension.' Imani Erriu, bestselling author of Heavenly Bodies 'I'm obsessed . . . and I'm going to need to join an emotional support group in the wait for book two.' 'This book is for sure to be a new romantasy obsession , and I am hooked. The ending left me itching for more and I cannot wait for the continuation of the story .' 'It completely consumed me.' 'I loved everything about this book , from the world building and politics to the lead and side characters, the tension, the simping... ugh so good.' 'My new obsession , I will never stop recommending this book! ' 'WOW!!!!! . . . This book is PERFECTION!!! A captivating, swoon-worthy perfection that I can't get enough of!'

'A compelling story of love and betrayal in the divided Berlin of the 1980s' Sunday Times Best Books of 2019 'A beautifully written, evocative literary thriller set in Berlin shortly before the fall of the Wall' Financial Times Best Books of 2019 'A powerful and moving love story by a writer at the top of his game' John Boyne In West Berlin in 1989, eighteen-year-old Ralf has just left school and is living a final golden summer with his three best friends. They spend their days swimming, smoking and daydreaming about the future, oblivious to the storm gathering on the other side of the Berlin Wall. But an unsettling discovery about his family and a meeting with the mysterious Oz shatters everything Ralf thought he knew about love and loyalty. And as old Cold War tensions begin to tear his life apart, he finds himself caught up in a web of deceit, forced to make impossible choices about his country, his family and his heart.

For a limited time only. The third installment in Jasmine Mas’s dark and twisted Cruel Shifterverse trilogy now in deluxe paperback with gorgeous stenciled edges, foil detail, and original character art. Pre-order your copy today! Welcome to Serpentine City… Where the Mafia rule, and we're about to be indoctrinated. Cobra's the heir to the throne, and he's been given an ultimatum. Form a pack...or else. Now, we're fighting for our lives   and each other. Will Jax, Xerxes, Ascher, and Cobra fall apart under the pressure? Will I be strong enough to handle what they want? Will our tension crumble into hatred? Or build into love? Between training and fighting for our lives, it's about to go down like never before. We may have survived the Fae realm, but the real test has just begun. Perfect for readers who love: Morally Gray Alpha Heroes Strong Female Characters Extreme Enemies to Lovers Super steamy heat level Cruel Shifterverse Psycho Shifters Psycho Fae Psycho Beasts

'A compelling story of love and betrayal in the divided Berlin of the 1980s' Sunday Times Best Books of 2019 'A beautifully written, evocative literary thriller set in Berlin shortly before the fall of the Wall' Financial Times Best Books of 2019 'A powerful and moving love story by a writer at the top of his game' John Boyne In West Berlin in 1989, eighteen-year-old Ralf has just left school and is living a final golden summer with his three best friends. They spend their days swimming, smoking and daydreaming about the future, oblivious to the storm gathering on the other side of the Berlin Wall. But an unsettling discovery about his family and a meeting with the mysterious Oz shatters everything Ralf thought he knew about love and loyalty. And as old Cold War tensions begin to tear his life apart, he finds himself caught up in a web of deceit, forced to make impossible choices about his country, his family and his heart.

When Sarah takes in a quiet, geeky roommate, she expects nothing more than the rent money on time and a little company. But after an embarrassing incident involving some late night self-love, a delicious-looking sandwich, and a lot of accidental nudity, she realizes she might be able to have a little more fun than she first thought... Room for Rent is a teasing, playful, confessional piece of erotic fiction that blends humor, intimacy, and sexual tension. Written in a sharp, self-aware voice, it's perfect for fans of roommate romance, gentle femdom erotica, edging fantasies, and slow-burn sexual tension. So join Sarah as her skirts get shorter and her panties get smaller, her new living arrangement becoming a battle of discipline and desire for Jason and a journey of self-discovery for Sarah as she indulges this new side of herself: flirty, powerful, full of dirty thoughts, and positively addicted to pushing him to the edge.

**Preorder now to receive the limited deluxe edition with beautiful designed edges** He bound her with a curse. He betrayed her at her lowest. But now, he's giving her control over his soul. From bestselling indie author and TikTok favorite Laura Thalassa comes a brand-new package for the Bewitched series, a deliciously witchy romantasy. Life as a witch at Henbane Coven was already complicated for Selene Bowers, but having a soulmate like Memnon the Cursed? That's a whole new level of chaos. After being forced into a magical marriage pact with the powerful ancient sorcerer, who not only framed her for murder but claims she betrayed him in a past life, Selene is grappling with too many dark questions and not enough memories. But when her full memory returns, both Selene and Memnon discover that the truth is not at all what it sems. Desperate to make amends, Memnon offers her something unthinkable: a binding spell that makes him hers to command. His power. His mind. Even his heart. But there's a catch: if she ever truly falls for him, the bond shatters, and all bets are off. As her enemies close in and the halls of Henbane turn deadlier, Selene must decide whether she can trust the man she once loved--or if this cursed love story is destined to end in fire. A sexy, high-stakes romantasy perfect for fans of ACOTAR and The Serpent and the Wings of Night! Tropes to love: Dark academia with witches Magic with a price Reincarnation Enemies-to-lovers vibes with ancient tension Fated mates (but make it cursed) Morally gray love interest Magical marriage pact Love from readers: "The tension, the spice, the danger...it all ties together in a way that had me flipping pages at full speed." -- Amazon "Witches, shifters, sorcerers, ancient curses, and a love that lasts through time? Bet." -- Goodreads "What. A. Ride! Selene and Memnon are the ultimate power couple." -- Amazon "Bespelled completely surpassed all of my expectations. I can't even put into words how magical this book was." -- Goodreads

One secret. One protector. One dangerous love. Ciro Numbers don't lie. People do. As CFO of Luster, it's my job to protect my family from financial ruin-and from rivals who'd love to see us fall. Then there's Lyss. The coffee-cart girl with sharp eyes, quick wit, and a smile I can't shake. She's supposed to be ordinary. Safe. But danger clings to her, and every instinct I have tells me to keep her close. And Lyss isn't even her name. > Chiara Ciro Marino should terrify me. He's powerful, controlled, and the kind of man who sees through masks. Yet with him, I feel safe in a way I haven't in years. But my past isn't something I can outrun. I'm not just a barista-I have a Northwestern MBA, a family who would rather marry me off than let me live free, and a brother who'll stop at nothing to drag me back. >Glimmer is a sizzling billionaire romance featuring forbidden secrets, dangerous family ties, and a Cinderella twist that will sweep you away. It follows Allure as the second book in the Lust & Luster series. What you can expect from Glimmer: A broody billionaire protector with a dark edge A runaway heroine hiding her true identity Rivals-to-lovers tension with high stakes A secret world of intimacy and trust Glamour colliding with danger in San Francisco A Cinderella reveal that will leave you breathless

One secret. One protector. One dangerous love. Ciro Numbers don't lie. People do. As CFO of Luster, it's my job to protect my family from financial ruin-and from rivals who'd love to see us fall. Then there's Lyss. The coffee-cart girl with sharp eyes, quick wit, and a smile I can't shake. She's supposed to be ordinary. Safe. But danger clings to her, and every instinct I have tells me to keep her close. And Lyss isn't even her name. > Chiara Ciro Marino should terrify me. He's powerful, controlled, and the kind of man who sees through masks. Yet with him, I feel safe in a way I haven't in years. But my past isn't something I can outrun. I'm not just a barista-I have a Northwestern MBA, a family who would rather marry me off than let me live free, and a brother who'll stop at nothing to drag me back. >Glimmer is a sizzling billionaire romance featuring forbidden secrets, dangerous family ties, and a Cinderella twist that will sweep you away. It follows Allure as the second book in the Lust & Luster series. What you can expect from Glimmer: A broody billionaire protector with a dark edge A runaway heroine hiding her true identity Rivals-to-lovers tension with high stakes A secret world of intimacy and trust Glamour colliding with danger in San Francisco A Cinderella reveal that will leave you breathless

FALL IN LOVE WITH THE ULTIMATE ENEMIES-TO-LOVERS ROMANTASY 'Enchanting and deeply romantic' REBECCA ROSS CRIMSON MOTH is published as HEARTLESS HUNTER in North America. The only thing more treacherous than being a witch is falling in love... A HUNTED WITCH The revolution reigns. The witches who once ruled are hidden, hunted. Rune is one of them. A socialite by day, she is the Crimson Moth by night. A vigilante bent on saving her own, her next rescue demands she court Gideon Sharpe - a notorious witch hunter and unforgiving revolutionary. A WITCH HUNTER Gideon will pursue the Crimson Moth to the ends of the earth, and her trail leads him to Rune. But beneath her façade might be his match. Except what if she's the very villain he's been hunting? The dangerously romantic start to Kristen Ciccarelli's New York Times bestselling fantasy duology Spice ¿¿¿¿: ¿¿¿¿¿ Tropes ¿: Witch x Witch Hunter ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ Enemies to Lovers ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ Heroine Vigilante ¿¿¿¿ Outlawed Magic ¿¿¿¿¿ Brother's Best Friend ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ High Stakes ¿¿ Slow Burn Romance ¿¿¿¿¿¿ Forbidden Desires ¿¿¿¿¿¿ Epic Tension ¿¿¿¿ Published in the US as Heartless Hunter

FALL IN LOVE WITH THE ULTIMATE ENEMIES-TO-LOVERS ROMANTASY 'Enchanting and deeply romantic' REBECCA ROSS CRIMSON MOTH is published as HEARTLESS HUNTER in North America. The only thing more treacherous than being a witch is falling in love... A HUNTED WITCH The revolution reigns. The witches who once ruled are hidden, hunted. Rune is one of them. A socialite by day, she is the Crimson Moth by night. A vigilante bent on saving her own, her next rescue demands she court Gideon Sharpe - a notorious witch hunter and unforgiving revolutionary. A WITCH HUNTER Gideon will pursue the Crimson Moth to the ends of the earth, and her trail leads him to Rune. But beneath her façade might be his match. Except what if she's the very villain he's been hunting? The dangerously romantic start to Kristen Ciccarelli's New York Timesbestselling fantasy duology Spice ¿: ¿¿ Tropes ¿: Witch x Witch Hunter ¿¿ Enemies to Lovers ¿¿¿¿ Heroine Vigilante ¿ Outlawed Magic ¿¿ Brother's Best Friend ¿¿¿¿¿¿ High Stakes ¿¿ Slow Burn Romance ¿¿¿ Forbidden Desires ¿¿¿ Epic Tension ¿ Published in the US as Heartless Hunter

AN INSTANT NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER THE EPIC AND SIZZLING YA ROMANTASY THAT EVERYONE IS TALKING ABOUT. SOON TO BE YOUR NEXT OBSESSION . . . *This hardback edition features a stunning foiled board design under the dust jacket and full-colour endpapers featuring map artwork by Virginia Allyn.* THEY SAY LOVE CONQUERS ALL . . . BUT CAN LOVE WIN IN A WAR BETWEEN DEMONS AND EXORCISTS? OR WILL IT JUST TEAR THEM ALL APART . . . ? A brutal war between demons and humanity has raged across Europe for over a century. At its heart are two elite soldiers: Selene Alleva , a powerful exorcist trained at the prestigious Vatican Academy, and foot soldier, Jules Lacroix , unrivalled in battle. When their paths cross, despite initial distrust - then unwelcome attraction - Jules and Selene discover a terrible secret at the heart of the holy Vatican City . . . Soon Jules is forced to question everything he's ever known - including himself. And Selene, unable to ignore her growing feelings for Jules, must make an impossible choice between love and duty. Serpent and Dove meets Empire of the Vampire, with a star-crossed, enemies-to-lovers romance at its heart. Perfect for fans of Powerless, Fourth Wing and Divine Rivals. PRAISE FOR CRUEL IS THE LIGHT: 'Sinister magic, crackling banter, and sizzling tension' Emily Thiede, author of This Vicious Grace 'A masterclass in romantasy . . . Thoroughly scorching' Bea Fitzgerald, bestselling author of Girl, Goddess, Queen ' A story of forbidden love with yearning so keen it cut. . . Bound to be your next obsession.' Eliza Chan, bestselling author of Fathomfolk 'Drenched with dark magic, woven with complex morals and sprinkled with true love.' Kika Hatzopoulou, bestselling author of Threads That Bind 'A powerhouse debut . . . Gripping, vivid and beautifully written' Vanessa Len, bestselling author of Only a Monster 'A beautifully crafted fantasy. I could not put it down. Dark and romantic, twisting and full of tension.' Imani Erriu, bestselling author of Heavenly Bodies 'I'm obsessed . . . and I'm going to need to join an emotional support group in the wait for book two.' 'This book is for sure to be a new romantasy obsession , and I am hooked. The ending left me itching for more and I cannot wait for the continuation of the story .' 'It completely consumed me.' 'I loved everything about this book , from the world building and politics to the lead and side characters, the tension, the simping... ugh so good.' 'My new obsession , I will never stop recommending this book! ' 'WOW!!!!! . . . This book is PERFECTION!!! A captivating, swoon-worthy perfection that I can't get enough of!'

AN INSTANT NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER THE EPIC AND SIZZLING YA ROMANTASY THAT EVERYONE IS TALKING ABOUT. SOON TO BE YOUR NEXT OBSESSION . . . *This hardback edition features a stunning foiled board design under the dust jacket and full-colour endpapers featuring map artwork by Virginia Allyn.* THEY SAY LOVE CONQUERS ALL . . . BUT CAN LOVE WIN IN A WAR BETWEEN DEMONS AND EXORCISTS? OR WILL IT JUST TEAR THEM ALL APART . . . ? A brutal war between demons and humanity has raged across Europe for over a century. At its heart are two elite soldiers: Selene Alleva , a powerful exorcist trained at the prestigious Vatican Academy, and foot soldier, Jules Lacroix , unrivalled in battle. When their paths cross, despite initial distrust - then unwelcome attraction - Jules and Selene discover a terrible secret at the heart of the holy Vatican City . . . Soon Jules is forced to question everything he's ever known - including himself. And Selene, unable to ignore her growing feelings for Jules, must make an impossible choice between love and duty. Serpent and Dove meets Empire of the Vampire, with a star-crossed, enemies-to-lovers romance at its heart. Perfect for fans of Powerless, Fourth Wing and Divine Rivals. PRAISE FOR CRUEL IS THE LIGHT: 'Sinister magic, crackling banter, and sizzling tension' Emily Thiede, author of This Vicious Grace 'A masterclass in romantasy . . . Thoroughly scorching' Bea Fitzgerald, bestselling author of Girl, Goddess, Queen ' A story of forbidden love with yearning so keen it cut. . . Bound to be your next obsession.' Eliza Chan, bestselling author of Fathomfolk 'Drenched with dark magic, woven with complex morals and sprinkled with true love.' Kika Hatzopoulou, bestselling author of Threads That Bind 'A powerhouse debut . . . Gripping, vivid and beautifully written' Vanessa Len, bestselling author of Only a Monster 'A beautifully crafted fantasy. I could not put it down. Dark and romantic, twisting and full of tension.' Imani Erriu, bestselling author of Heavenly Bodies 'I'm obsessed . . . and I'm going to need to join an emotional support group in the wait for book two.' 'This book is for sure to be a new romantasy obsession , and I am hooked. The ending left me itching for more and I cannot wait for the continuation of the story .' 'It completely consumed me.' 'I loved everything about this book , from the world building and politics to the lead and side characters, the tension, the simping... ugh so good.' 'My new obsession , I will never stop recommending this book! ' 'WOW!!!!! . . . This book is PERFECTION!!! A captivating, swoon-worthy perfection that I can't get enough of!'

Pre-order the new sizzling sapphic enemies to lovers taking place during the US Open! They're rivals on the court. But off it? The real match is just beginning... Inés Costa, Spain's golden girl, hasn't scored a Grand Slam since her breakout two years ago. Now, injuries and sky-high expectations are breaking her serve. Enter Chloe Murphy: brash, brilliant, and America's newest tennis obsession. With her eye on another US Open trophy, she's not about to rally with a washed-up has-been like Inés - or fall for one. But when fate forces them to play doubles off the court, the tension is advantage: chemistry. The rallies get longer, the lines blur, and love might just be the ultimate game-changer. Tropes: · Sports Romance · Celebrity · Pro Athletes · Sapphic Romance · Forced Proximity · Open Door · Dual POV

Pre-order the new sizzling sapphic enemies to lovers taking place during the US Open! They're rivals on the court. But off it? The real match is just beginning... Inés Costa, Spain's golden girl, hasn't scored a Grand Slam since her breakout two years ago. Now, injuries and sky-high expectations are breaking her serve. Enter Chloe Murphy: brash, brilliant, and America's newest tennis obsession. With her eye on another US Open trophy, she's not about to rally with a washed-up has-been like Inés - or fall for one. But when fate forces them to play doubles off the court, the tension is advantage: chemistry. The rallies get longer, the lines blur, and love might just be the ultimate game-changer. Tropes: · Sports Romance · Celebrity · Pro Athletes · Sapphic Romance · Forced Proximity · Open Door · Dual POV

All the world's a stage... - Jaques The complete play in five acts. A Shakespeare Recording Society Production. As You Like It is quintessential Shakespearean comedy, complete with a loquacious clown, lovers, disguises, rifts and reconciliation's, and all within the atmospheric confines of the enchanted Forest of Arden. As the title suggests, As You Like It is a play in which everyone gets their way, where sinners are redeemed and where love holds sway over all. And because it is Shakespeare, even so light a comedy contains a wealth of keen observations about humanity in general, and in particular about the age-old tension between so-called civilized society and the state of nature from which it evolved. No less poetically-accomplished than Shakespeare's' more serious works, As You Like It is a stimulating literary pleasure from start to finish.

She died for a crown. The grave gave her back. Now the world will regret it. Betrayed by the man she loved, sacrificed to an ancient curse, and buried beneath a kingdom built on lies, the Queen was supposed to be dead. Instead, she awakens beneath the earth, claimed by a forgotten god older than history itself. But death changed her. The woman who entered the grave is gone. What emerged is something far more dangerous. As kingdoms crumble, armies of the dead rise, and ancient gods awaken from their prisons, a war unlike any before begins. Haunted by betrayal, consumed by vengeance, and bound by a love that refuses to die, she must choose between destroying the kingdom that betrayed her or saving the world that abandoned her. Yet the deeper she ventures into the darkness, the more terrifying the truth becomes. The curse was never the enemy. The crown was never the prize. And death was never the end. Filled with forbidden love, devastating betrayals, ruthless revenge, immortal gods, cursed kings, dark magic, heart wrenching sacrifice, and breathtaking twists, Crown Me Dead is an unforgettable dark fantasy romance that will leave you breathless long after the final page. For readers who crave powerful heroines, morally gray kings, gothic kingdoms, enemies to lovers tension, and epic romantasy on a truly grand scale, this is the story you will not be able to put down. Some queens inherit crowns. Others return from the grave to claim them.

"Is it okay to say that Rachel Runya Katz's characters are always so hot to me? The slow burn tension between Jade and Nia was off the charts." - Alicia Thompson, USA Today bestselling author of Love in the Time of Serial Killers After reconnecting on a road trip, two friends must decide if love is the ultimate risk worth taking in this funny, emotional sapphic romance. Nia and Jade had been inseparable ever since their best friend, Michal, introduced them at her tenth birthday party. But now it's been three years since Michal died of cancer- since the brutal fight Nia and Jade had in the weeks after- and they're barely on speaking terms. Until Nia reads a letter Michal wrote for her 29th birthday, asking her and Jade to go on the southern Jewish history road trip they'd planned before she died. To add to the complications, Michal's then-boyfriend and Jade's twin brother, Jonah, joins the trip. Despite the years apart and Jade and Jonah's strained relationship, any awkwardness quickly disappears as it becomes clear how much Nia and Jade have missed each other. Unfortunately, old issues soon arise. Nia has been in love with Jade since they were teenagers, and Jade has been so committed to their friendship that she never let herself consider something more. As the stops pass, tensions mount, running high until Nia and Jade are forced to confront what happened three years ago, their feelings for one another, and even their respective relationships with Jonah. Rachel Runya Katz's Whenever You're Ready is about family, friendship, and the kind of first love that could last a lifetime-if only you are willing to take a chance. "Poignant, tender, and swoony, Whenever You're Ready is an instant favorite from an auto-buy author." - Alison Cochrun, Lambda award-winning author of Kiss Her Once for Me and Here We Go Again

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