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One of the start-up world's most in-demand executive coaches—hailed as the “CEO Whisperer” (Gimlet Media)—reveals why radical self-inquiry is critical to professional success and healthy relationships in all realms of life. Jerry Colonna helps start-up CEOs make peace with their demons, the psychological habits and behavioral patterns that have helped them to succeed—molding them into highly accomplished individuals—yet have been detrimental to their relationships and ultimate well-being. Now, this venture capitalist turned executive coach shares his unusual yet highly effective blend of Buddhism, Jungian therapy, and entrepreneurial straight talk to help leaders overcome their own psychological traumas. Reboot is a journey of radical self-inquiry, helping you to reset your life by sorting through the emotional baggage that is holding you back professionally, and even more important, in your relationships. Jerry has taught CEOs and their top teams to realize their potential by using the raw material of their lives to find meaning, to build healthy interpersonal bonds, and to become more compassionate and bold leaders. In Reboot, he inspires everyone to hold themselves responsible for their choices and for the possibility of truly achieving their dreams. Work does not have to destroy us. Work can be the way in which we achieve our fullest self, Jerry firmly believes. What we need, sometimes, is a chance to reset our goals and to reconnect with our deepest selves and with each other. Reboot moves and empowers us to begin this journey.

EXPANSION TO CASTLE PANIC FAMILY STRATEGY BOARD GAME BASE: To play this expansion, you will need a Castle Panic base game. The Wizard's Tower adds a deck of spells to play against the Monsters, but now there are flying Monsters, Mega Boss Monsters, and fire to deal with. Can be played with 1 to 6 players, ages 10 and up. Average playtime is 60 minutes. COMMUNITY/SOCIAL EXPERIENCE: The Wizard's Tower extends the social experience of Castle Panic and helps families and board game groups bond. As you explore the unique magic spells and talk through the best ways to defeat the new Monsters, you will enjoy getting to know the other players. FUN GAME WITH HIGH REPLAY VALUE: With new Castle cards, a whole new Wizard's deck of spells, 49 new Monsters, flame tokens, a new Tower, and Monster draw bag, players will have new fun experiences every game. MINUTES TO LEARN AND A LIFETIME TO EXPLORE: The Wizard's Tower builds on the players' knowledge of Castle Panic. The spells and new Monsters can be learned in just minutes, but the expansion offers depth to remain exciting for years to come. Other expansions provide enhanced experiences as well. GIFT FOR ADULTS AND FAMILIES: Castle Panic and The Wizard's Tower are the perfect gift for birthdays, holidays, and weekly game nights. Playing together is a great way to create warm memories and bring friends and family together.

All of Coral's worst fears have come true. Her father is dead thanks to her wretched, siren step-mother, and as a fully transformed mermaid, she's a prisoner in the Undersea. But turning to sea-foam is the last of her worries when she realizes that her battle with Melody has caused her to inherit the title of Reigning Queen. Now, with her heart magic twice as valuable, she must tread carefully in her attempts to adjust to mermaid life and reclaim her best friend's soul from the treacherous Sea of Souls. But Coral soon finds herself in trouble once more, and she realizes that if she's going to accomplish any of her goals, she may need the help of the very siren step-mother who destroyed her life in the first place... Lysander's newfound emotions have been an adjustment. As tension builds between the kingdoms, Lysander and Coral know they must present a united front against Eugene's forces-that their bond is the only thing maintaining Coral's Reigning Queen status, and without it, she won't survive the Sea of Souls, nor have enough power to dethrone Eugene. But despite Lysander's attempts to navigate life as a fully moral being, he can't help feeling like his relationship with Coral is crumbling. Especially now that Coral's twin has arrived in Veranis, proving to be everything Coral is not. And though he doesn't want to admit it, he's beginning to think that he picked the wrong sister... Curses will fall, songs will bind, and kingdoms will go head to head in this stunning conclusion to Tara Quinn's dual retelling of Snow White and The Little Mermaid.

UK bestseller, Sunday Times, December 2023 'I love Dr Nicole LePera. She helps me a lot.' GWYNETH PALTROW 'A practical and inspiring primer on how to extend true connection and love to others and to our hurting world.' DR GABOR MATE¿ 'A loving, patient, and powerful guide to creating happy, fulfilling life relationships of all kinds. How to Be the Love You Seek is a masterwork of awareness and compassion.' JAY SHETTY A radical new path to revolutionise your relationships Why are our closest relationships so often a source of more stress than solace? Whether the relationship is with a romantic partner, a parent, child, friend or colleague, the dynamic is frequently the same - you'd like the relationship to change for the better, yet nothing you try seems to work. In this groundbreaking book she offers a new path to healing our relationships by tapping into the power of the heart. How to Be the Love You Seek harnesses the latest scientific research to teach us how to recognise our dysfunctional patterns, identify their roots in our earliest relationships, break painful cycles, build security and share compassion with ourselves and others. Through stories, exercises, journal prompts, and other practical tools, Dr LePera empowers us first to strengthen our foundation of self-love, paving the way for deeper, more harmonious connections with those around us. When you become the love you seek, you have the power to transform every relationship, from your most intimate partnerships to the bonds that hold our communities together.

Diplomarbeit aus dem Jahr 2002 im Fachbereich Biologie - Verhalten, Note: 1,0, Freie Universität Berlin (Institut für Biologie - Zoologie), Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Data was collected over a period of six months on aspects of the ecology and behaviour of wild groups of the Giant Forest Hog (Hylochoerus meinertzhageni meinertzhageni, THOMAS) in the Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda.Forest Hog social groups consist of one boar, one to four sows and their offspring. Other pigs usually do not allow a boar to join a family group apart from during the mating season. The effect of dominance hierachy was observed for both sexes on the following behaviours: leading the group, protection of the home range, protection of the sows against extra-group males and behaviour in presence of predators. The results reveal that Forest Hogs do not show any hierarchy within the group and all adult animals seem to be responsible for all group members. However, data suggests that there may be an alpha sow, who might be the centre of group coordination.Raising piglets resembles that seen in other pig species, such as the European Wild Boar (Sus scrofa), but in case of loss of fitness of the mother the piglets are fed by other mothers. This seems to be initiated by the young, which means that it is more an act of allosucking than allosuckling. The piglets quickly begin to build up relationships with all other group members. The father-child-bond is very strong during the period of weaning. Play and interaction with other species are included in this work as a photo-documentation. The dry season causes changes in the environment that are unusual for the typical habitat of the Giant Forest Hog. Two groups with neighbouring home ranges were observed and compared in several aspects of behavioural adaptation: change of food plants, migration within the home range and splitting up in subgroups.The vocalizations of Forest Hogs were recorded and partly analysed with sound analysing software. The different calls were classified by context and manner of production: there are creaking, grunting, puffing, squeaking and screaming sounds that make up the different calls. The voice development from piglet to adult animal, individual differences in contact calls and differences between calls that sound similar but have a different meaning are shown in spectrograms.

One approach to organic synthesis is retrosynthetic analysis. With this approach chemists start with the structures of their target molecules and progressively cut bonds to create simpler molecules. Reversing this process gives a synthetic route to the target molecule from simpler starting materials. This "disconnection" approach to synthesis is now a fundamental part of every organic synthesis course. Workbook for Organic Synthesis: The Disconnection Approach, 2 nd Edition This workbook provides a comprehensive graded set of problems to illustrate and develop the themes of each of the chapters in the textbook Organic Synthesis: The Disconnection Approach, 2 nd Edition. Each problem is followed by a fully explained solution and discussion. The examples extend the student's experience of the types of molecules being synthesised by organic chemists, and the strategies they employ to control their syntheses. By working through these examples students will develop their skills in analysing synthetic challenges, and build a toolkit of strategies for planning new syntheses. Examples are drawn from pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, natural products, pheromones, perfumery and flavouring compounds, dyestuffs, monomers, and intermediates used in more advanced synthetic work. Reasons for wishing to synthesise each compound are given. Together the workbook and textbook provide a complete course in retrosynthetic analysis. Organic Synthesis: The Disconnection Approach, 2 nd Edition There are forty chapters in Organic Synthesis: The Disconnection Approach, 2 nd Edition: those on the synthesis of given types of molecules alternate with strategy chapters in which the methods just learnt are placed in a wider context. The synthesis chapters cover many ways of making each type of molecule starting with simple aromatic and aliphatic compounds with one functional group and progressing to molecules with many functional groups. The strategy chapters cover questions of selectivity, protection, stereochemistry, and develop more advanced thinking via reagents specifically designed for difficult problems. In its second edition updated examples and techniques are included and illustrated additional material has been added to take the student to the level required by the sequel, Organic Synthesis: Strategy and Control. Several chapters contain extensive new material based on courses that the authors give to chemists in the pharmaceutical industry. Workbook for Organic Synthesis: The Disconnection Approach, 2 nd edition, combined with the main textbook, provides a full course in retrosynthetic analysis for chemistry and biochemistry students, and a refresher course for organic chemists working in industry and academia.

The Art of Crescendo: The Intelligent Men's Guide to Pleasuring Woman By King David (2026) Are you ready to transform your intimate relationships and become the lover she has always desired? The Art of Crescendo by King David is the definitive step by step guide to female satisfaction, meticulously crafted for men who seek to elevate their partner's pleasure to unprecedented levels. This comprehensive manual on female anatomy for men demystifies the female body and mind, providing actionable insights from physiology and psychology to ensure profound, repeated, and sustained ecstasy. In an era where studies reveal significant disparities in sexual satisfaction, with many women reporting challenges in achieving orgasm during partnered encounters, this book stands as essential reading for the modern gentleman. It directly addresses how to prioritize her pleasure in bed, moving beyond conventional approaches. The guide introduces the Four Pillars of Orgasmic Mastery: Connection, Control, Novelty, and Presence. These pillars facilitate improving intimacy through better communication, teaching men to read subtle signals, employ authoritative language, and foster dialogue that deepens bonds. Readers will master the priming phase to build arousal to fever pitch. The sections on manual and oral mastery offer expert instruction for mastering the art of oral sex for couples, inducing powerful orgasms during foreplay alone. Penetration mastery teaches the Continuous Flow method, chaining orgasms into the continuously orgasmic state, the pinnacle of blended, endless pleasure. Unleashing fantasies serves as psychological rocket fuel. Advanced techniques cover simultaneous peaks, stamina optimization, and keeping her sexually addicted long-term. The book provides pathways for overcoming performance anxiety through coreplay. From advanced positions to new frontiers, always with explicit consent, the book equips readers with a complete toolkit. The Crescendo Protocol, a concise one-page checklist, synthesizes the system for immediate application. Whether your goal is to close the pleasure gap or establish yourself as her ultimate source of satisfaction, this guide delivers results. The Art of Crescendo is a blueprint for rewriting what is possible in intimate encounters. Consistent fulfillment elevates oxytocin and dopamine while lowering cortisol, resulting in greater emotional stability and daily happiness. This publication is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. Prioritize mutual consent, open communication, and safety. For the man committed to excellence in the bedroom, this volume represents an indispensable resource. Invest in this knowledge today and witness the transformation.

The gripping new dark academia romance from the bestselling author of Gothikana and TikTok sensation The Dark Verse series, a steamy enemies-to-lovers tale of mystery, love, and obsession. 'RuNyx can do no wrong. . . No one does spicy dark academia quite like them .' 5* Reader Review ' A slow burn tension that builds until you feel like you're choking on it' 5* Reader Review 'Filled with mystery, suspense, and secret. . . I DEVOURED IT! 5* Reader Review ______________________________________________________________ There are secrets she must uncover. There are secrets she must keep. Salem Salazar is the black sheep of her wealthy family. Plagued by scandal, she enrols at the elite Mortimer University to find out what happened to her perfect, missing older sister Olivia. There, she soon discovers Olivia is only one of many girls who have disappeared at Mortimer, and vows to uncover the dark forces responsible. Even if it means using herself as bait. And Cazimir van der Waal has caught her scent. Caz may look as though he was carved by the Gods, but he also has a dark past, a hidden agenda, and a ravenous appetite for a beautiful, golden-eyed girl. But whilst Caz is obsessed with Salem, he is far from the most dangerous thing at Mortimer... As Salem and Caz's investigations intertwine, their undeniable chemistry ignites a passionate bond. Can they uncover the truth before it consumes them both? Tropes: * Dark academia romance * Steamy suspense * Rivals to lovers * Secret societies * Forbidden love Readers and authors are obsessed with RuNyx! 'RuNyx is one of a kind ' Hannah Grace, bestselling author of Icebreaker 'This dark academia romance is pulsing with heat, darkness and mystery' LJ Shen, bestselling author of Vicious and The Kiss Thief ' Nobody does dark academia gothic romance like RuNyx ' 5* Reader Review 'One of the best books I have ever read' 5* Reader Review ' A dark, seductive, and mysteriously wonderful story that will grip your heart and keep you at the edge of your seat.' 5* reader review 'Dark academia. Secret societies. Enemies to lovers. Perfection . ' 5* Reader Review 'This book had me hooked from the first page to the last' 5* Reader Review 'Everything RuNyx touches is a masterpiece' * Reader Review

An inclusive one-of-a-kind approach to wedding planning that encourages couples to let go of tradition and plan a party that feels as unique as their love story, from a trailblazing "anti-wedding wedding planner." Congratulations, you're engaged! But before you have a chance to soak in the moment, the questions are already rolling in. When's the big date? Where's the venue? What are your colors? Weddings are amazing, but society tends to get overly rigid and fussy about them, while putting all the focus on the bride rather than the couple as a whole. The Rebel Wedding Planning Guidebook takes a different approach; it cordially invites you to break the rules and put the love back into wedding planning. You may break every single rule or you may just break a few, but this book gives you permission to ignore the "have-tos" or "should-dos" and instead consider "what will feel most like us?" For many couples, this is the first time you're project managing something this expensive and important together, which can be stressful, but this book will take you by the hand and guide you through every step of the process, including: How to decide which traditions to keep, toss, or reimagineHow to build a guest list to ensure the vibes are just rightAdvice for LGBTQ+ couples, who have been traditionally overlooked by the wedding industryWhat to wear to feel your best (and why wedding diets are total BS!)How to be present (instead of performative) during your ceremonyA sample budget so you can get a sense of what you can expect to spend on your big day Complete with a detailed planning timeline, checklists, journal prompts, sample email templates for vendors, and design inspiration, this is truly the only wedding planning book you will ever need. Plus, along the way, there are interactive exercises to strengthen your bond as a couple--and even make the process fun. After all, the wedding is really just a kickoff party to the rest of your lives. Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.

A perfect new start in Cornwall...Meredith's life is at a standstill. She's stuck in a dead-end job, approaching fifty, and her dating life is a string of disasters. But one evening, while browsing the internet, she sees an ad for a lighthouse, and in a moment of impulsiveness, she makes a ridiculous bid for it. With the help of local handyman Clem, she sets about renovating. And as they work together, a bond begins to form. But when Meredith finds out that Clem is keeping a secret from her, it changes everything. Will they find a way to build something more meaningful together? A delightful story about community, friendship and having the courage to start over, perfect for fans of Carole Matthews, Milly Johnson and Lucy DillonReaders LOVE Kim Nash's books... 'To say I adored this book would be an understatement - it brought out so many emotions! ... I could TOTALLY relate.' reader review of Sunshine and Second Chances 'It had me in tears several times, happy tears too, just so touching. Beautifully written from the heart.' reader review of Amazing Grace 'Escapism at its best ... A truly heart-warming, engaging, sweet and compelling story. I loved it.' reader review of Moonlight over Muddleford Cove 'Another fantastic five star read! ... had a HUGE grin on my face.' reader review of Escape to Giddywell Grange 'I was hooked. I laughed, I cried, I was inspired ... The storyline was engrossing and I sat and read this in ONE sitting.' reader review of Amazing Grace 'Oh boy this was absolutely fantastic! Brilliant characters, a whole mixture, some you love and some you will absolute hate ... Women's Fiction at its best!' reader review of Amazing Grace 'Just perfect ... I had a permanent smile on my face.' reader review of Moonlight over Muddleford Cove 'It's such a special story ... It is a funny, romantic and emotional read and I can't recommend it enough.' reader review of Amazing Grace 'I've laughed out loud, cried a bit, got a little cross, but most of all I've savoured every chapter.' reader review of Amazing Grace 'I quickly fell in love with the utterly charming characters due to the skill of the writing which made me feel that I knew each of them personally.' reader review of Moonlight over Muddleford Cove

'Allon is the 21st century Bond' Daily Mail No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Daniel Silva delivers another stunning thriller in his latest tale of high-stakes international intrigue featuring the inimitable Gabriel Allon. Legendary spy and art restorer Gabriel Allon is poised to become the chief of Israel's secret intelligence service. But on the eve of his promotion, events conspire to lure him into the field for one final operation. ISIS has detonated a massive bomb in the Marais district of Paris, and a desperate French government wants Gabriel to eliminate the man responsible before he can strike again. They call him Saladin ... He is a terrorist mastermind whose ambition is as grandiose as his nom de guerre, a man so elusive that even his nationality is not known. Shielded by sophisticated encryption software, his network communicates in total secrecy, leaving the West blind to his planning - and leaving Gabriel no choice but to insert an agent into the most dangerous terrorist group the world has ever known. She is an extraordinary young doctor as brave as she is beautiful. At Gabriel's behest, she will pose as an ISIS recruit in waiting, a ticking time bomb, a black widow out for blood. Praise for Daniel Silva: 'It is Silva's creative genius that keeps it all moving, as well as his mastery of storytelling that keeps the intense momentum of the plot ever pushing forward' Huffington Post 'Sexily brooding Allon... must be the most famous superspy not played by Daniel Craig ' Daily Telegraph ' Fascinating , suspenseful , and bated-breath exciting ' Publishers Weekly 'A fitting final mission for one of fiction's greatest spies ... A dark thriller for difficult times' Kirkus Review 'A truly talented writer' Sun ' elegantly paced , subtle and well-informed .' Daily Mail 'Silva builds tension with breathtaking double and triple turns of the plot' People 'A world class practitioner of spy fiction' Washington Post 'Silva is a master of suspense ' Barbara Taylor Bradford, The Week

INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “A practical, reader-friendly, and inspiring primer on how to extend true connection and love to others.” —Gabor Maté M.D., New York Times bestselling author of The Myth of Normal From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller How to Do the Work comes this paradigm-shifting guide to healing your relationships, beginning with the one you have with yourself. Relationships have always been essential to human survival. Our bodies and brains are programmed to seek out connection, whether familial, romantic, or platonic. And yet, these vital bonds are often at the root of our deepest suffering. While our hearts are primed for compassionate connection, our nervous systems—which store all our past hurts and disappointments—are wired for threat and negativity. For decades, leading relationship advice has maintained that successful relationships require a specific compromise—that we must change our authentic expression to better meet the needs of others, and vice versa. It may sound reasonable in theory, but as Dr. LePera explains, this approach is nothing less than a recipe for a lifetime of resentment. In How to Be the Love You Seek, #1 New York Times bestselling author Dr. LePera—whose integrative, holistic approach to psychology has attracted an international audience of millions—offers a new path to healing our relationships. Harnessing the latest scientific research, she teaches us to recognize how unmet needs from our earliest relationships create our current, dysfunctional relationship patterns, and leave us in a state of constant internal threat, even with those closest to us. This book, the last in her “How To” trilogy, illuminates the way out of trauma bonds and into relationships rooted in mutual respect and compassion. In it, you will learn how to create safety in your own body and mind; identify your unmet needs; develop emotional resilience; cultivate heart coherence to build deep emotional connections with others; and maintain healthy interdependence in our communities. Whether you struggle to maintain the kinds of relationships you want, or are facing a specific challenge with a spouse, partner, parent, sibling, child, friend, or colleague—Dr. LePera teaches us how to break painful cycles and reconnect with the wisdom, appreciation, and compassion that lives in each of our hearts. It is our heart’s innate capacity to love that is the true source of all healing. When we tap into that power, we can become the love we seek. Complete with stories, exercises, journal prompts, and other practical tools, How to Be the Love You Seek offers a healing roadmap for all generations of cycle-breakers. Begin your self-healing journey and create the love you seek with a new path to healing relationships: Witness Your Conditioned Selves: Recognize the subconscious roles you play in relationships and learn how to move from dysfunctional patterns to your authentic self. Harness the Wisdom of Your Body: Go beyond traditional talk therapy with a holistic approach that teaches you how to create true safety in your nervous system. Practice Co-Regulation: Learn how to create and share nervous system safety with others, transforming conflict into opportunities for deeper, more compassionate connection. Set Empowering Boundaries: Break painful cycles of codependency and create healthy interdependence in your relationships with family, partners, and friends.

Triple Hunting Interaction Design, Precisely Stimulate Cats' Instincts Featuring three interactive points—dynamic bird toy on top, randomly popping feather wands on the side, and multi-colored feathers at the bottom—this toy simulates a natural hunting scene. It accurately triggers cats' instincts of chasing, pouncing, and biting, making it perfect for indoor cats and cats left alone. The interactive design eliminates boredom and anxiety, allowing cats to enjoy the full pleasure of hunting while playing, fully releasing their natural behaviors. Cheese-shaped & Multi-cat Friendly, Ideal for Beginners With a bright yellow cheese shape that fits the fun box attribute, the cave-like holes satisfy cats' curiosity and quickly attract their attention. Multiple interactive areas support simultaneous play for multiple cats, reducing conflicts from competition. The electronic intelligent design means you don’t have to worry about whether the toy will appeal to your cats—even beginners can easily build an interactive bond with their cats, avoiding the risk of wasting money on unsuitable toys. Dual Protection for Physical & Mental Health, Stop Furniture Damage The interactive cat toy design helps cats burn off excess energy while playing, effectively reducing destructive behaviors like scratching furniture and chewing items. By simulating an outdoor hunting environment, it enriches the life experience of indoor cats, relieves anxiety caused by loneliness or new environments, and promotes healthy physical and mental development—saving you the cost of furniture repairs. Safe Material & Long Battery Life, Worry-free Use Made of non-toxic and safe plastic, the feathers and bird toy parts are firmly fixed to prevent cats from accidental ingestion or easy damage. The electric design supports 2-hour charging for up to 5 days of use. Equipped with an intelligent power-saving mode—10-minute auto-sleep and full shutdown after 5 hours—it eliminates frequent charging. Cats can play to their heart’s content, while owners enjoy less hassle. Automatic Interaction & Self-entertainment, Save Owners’ Time Integrated with automatic technology, the toy can start the interactive mode independently without manual operation by the owner. Even when you’re working overtime or out, cats can entertain themselves through the automatically popping feathers and dynamic bird toy parts. The self-entertainment design solves the problem of insufficient companionship time, allowing cats to enjoy interactive fun anytime while you focus on your tasks with peace of mind.

From the #1 Kickstarter campaign of all time-#1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Sanderson adds to his Cosmere universe shared by Mistborn and The Stormlight Archive with a new standalone novel especially for fans of Asian pop culture. Illustrated by Aliya Chen. There is a world. One of endless night, surrounded by an even deeper darkness. Filled with nightmares come to life, twisted shapes that slink to windows and ease open doors, sliding across floors to look down on helpless faces. There is another world. A bright world, so bright it burns. Filled with stacked stones that call forth miracles, raised by callused hands that tremble in their work, drained with each stone lifted, settled, lifted again. Between these worlds two souls connect. Collide. Entwine. A bridge. A path. A road to both worlds changing forever. Yumi has spent her entire life in strict obedience, granting her the power to summon the spirits that bestow vital aid upon her society-but she longs for even a single day as a normal person. Painter patrols the dark streets dreaming of being a hero-a goal that has led to nothing but heartache and isolation, leaving him always on the outside looking in. In their own ways, both of them face the world alone. Suddenly flung together, Yumi and Painter must strive to right the wrongs in both their lives, reconciling their past and present while maintaining the precarious balance of each of their worlds. If they cannot unravel the mystery of what brought them together before it's too late, they risk forever losing not only the bond growing between them, but the very worlds they've always struggled to protect. Note from Brandon: Even for a compulsive planner like me, sometimes a story emerges like magic. Unexpected, unprompted. You build an outline in days, craft worlds during a compulsive daydream, and develop characters with a burst of imagination like the brief flash of a firework. That was Yumi and the Nightmare Painter for me. The unanticipated story of two people who find one another. May your dreams live as mine sometimes do.

The gripping new dark academia romance from the bestselling author of Gothikana and TikTok sensation The Dark Verse series, a steamy enemies-to-lovers tale of mystery, love, and obsession. 'RuNyx can do no wrong. . . No one does spicy dark academia quite like them .' 5* Reader Review ' A slow burn tension that builds until you feel like you're choking on it' 5* Reader Review 'Filled with mystery, suspense, and secret. . . I DEVOURED IT! 5* Reader Review ______________________________________________________________ There are secrets she must uncover. There are secrets she must keep. Salem Salazar is the black sheep of her wealthy family. Plagued by scandal, she enrols at the elite Mortimer University to find out what happened to her perfect, missing older sister Olivia. There, she soon discovers Olivia is only one of many girls who have disappeared at Mortimer, and vows to uncover the dark forces responsible. Even if it means using herself as bait. And Cazimir van der Waal has caught her scent. Caz may look as though he was carved by the Gods, but he also has a dark past, a hidden agenda, and a ravenous appetite for a beautiful, golden-eyed girl. But whilst Caz is obsessed with Salem, he is far from the most dangerous thing at Mortimer... As Salem and Caz's investigations intertwine, their undeniable chemistry ignites a passionate bond. Can they uncover the truth before it consumes them both? Tropes: * Dark academia romance * Steamy suspense * Rivals to lovers * Secret societies * Forbidden love Readers and authors are obsessed with RuNyx! 'RuNyx is one of a kind ' Hannah Grace, bestselling author of Icebreaker 'This dark academia romance is pulsing with heat, darkness and mystery' LJ Shen, bestselling author of Vicious and The Kiss Thief ' Nobody does dark academia gothic romance like RuNyx ' 5* Reader Review 'One of the best books I have ever read' 5* Reader Review ' A dark, seductive, and mysteriously wonderful story that will grip your heart and keep you at the edge of your seat.' 5* reader review 'Dark academia. Secret societies. Enemies to lovers. Perfection . ' 5* Reader Review 'This book had me hooked from the first page to the last' 5* Reader Review 'Everything RuNyx touches is a masterpiece' * Reader Review

The new must-read steamy sports romance from Ana Huang, the bestselling author of the Twisted and Kings of Sin series. She's the only woman he wants . . . and the only one he can't have. Asher Donovan is a living legend - the darling of the Premier League, the (arguably) greatest footballer in the world. But his reckless antics and recent team transfer have caused much controversy, and when his feud with his rival-turned-teammate costs them a championship, they're forced to 'bond' during off-season cross-training. Surviving the summer shouldn't be hard . . . until Asher meets their new trainer. She's beautiful, talented, and no matter how hard he tries, he can't take his mind off her. The only problem? She's his rival's sister - and completely off limits. *** Scarlett DuBois is a former prima ballerina whose career was cut short by a tragic accident. Now a teacher at a prestigious dance academy but still haunted by the ghosts of her past, the last thing she wants is to spend the summer cross-training Asher Donovan, of all people. She swore she would never date a footballer, but when her brother leaves town for an emergency, she finds herself thrown into dangerously close proximity with the gorgeous, charming striker. Training, she can deal with. But falling in love? That's out of the question - especially when he's the only person with the power to break her heart. Why readers love Ana Huang 'Get ready for all the spice, all the build-up and all the sizzling tension' Glamour 'King of Greed? More like King of my Heart (Ana Huang's Version)' Lauren Asher 'WE HAVE NO NOTES JUST LOTS OF HORNY FEELINGS' Ali Hazelwood 'Ana did not come to play . . . it was giving everything I asked for' @Aymanreads 'Ana Huang truly is the queen of billionaire romances' Goodreads Review 'Ana really said whether morally grey is your favourite OR NOT, let me give you someone to swoon over' Goodreads Review 'Ana Huang never disappoints. This was my most anticipated read of the month and it was EVERYTHING!!' Goodreads Review

A BRAND NEW utterly gripping and heart-wrenching Liverpool saga of love, betrayal and the power of a community standing together from the bestselling BEAMER STREET series! Perfect for the fans of Katie Flynn and Jean Fullerton. As the clouds of war gather, the residents of Beamer Street need to unite... Liverpool 1937 Mara MacMurphy is torn between her vocation and the love of Dr Simon 'Monty' Montgomery.- she cannot have both. Bound to the bustling dockside where the River Mersey is both refuge and reminder, she sacrifices the life she might have lived to defend women with no one else to fight for them. And when Nell Brindle, the local midwife, calls on her, Mara knows there is no turning away. Bridie Haywood returns from Ireland determined to build a future, investing her savings in a hairdressing salon. Yet ambition cannot silence the past secrets she carries with her. When a brutal murder in Dock Alley shocks the resident of Beamer Street fear quicjly spreads and Ruth Parry joins Mara to confront the dangers facing dockside women. Together they challenge the men who exploit them and the forces that keep them powerless. Along the Mersey's restless banks, hope and heartbreak collide in a story of resilience, loyalty, and the unbreakable bonds of family and friendship. The next thrilling instalment in Sheila Riley's Beamer Street series perfect for the fans of Rosie Clarke and Lizzie Lane. If you love Sheila's Beamer Street series, you'll love Reckoners Row and the Dockside Saga series PRAISE FOR SHEILA RILEY A powerful and totally absorbing family saga that is not to be missed. I turned the pages almost faster than I could read.' - Carol Rivers 'A fabulous story of twists and turns - a totally unputdownable, page turner that had me cheering on the characters. I loved it!' - Rosie Hendry Readers LOVE Sheila Riley: 'Couldn't put it down. A fantastic read, not your ordinary story. Great characters and a feel good storyline. Looking forward to the next book' - Reader Review 'What a great read from this amazing author You don't want to put this book down thouroly enjoyed it from start to finish' - Reader Review

A colourful workbook to introduce children to numbers to 100 using the Maths Mastery approach!It's time to master the world of maths with this brand new workbook developed by experts to cover all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their maths journey. Specifically designed for children aged 4-6, this maths exercise book can gently introduce your child to topics including counting skills using numbers up to 100, with pictures and objects. Let Maths - No Problem! open your eyes to the wonderful world of numbers! So what are you waiting for? Dive straight in to discover: -Character-led learning with fun and friendly illustrations-Comprehensive and thorough coverage of key concepts-Helpful hints for extra practiceHeard of Maths Mastery but don't know where to begin? Don't worry, DK has got you covered!Maths Mastery is a transformational approach to teaching mathematics that was developed in Singapore and is now used around the world, including in thousands of schools across the UK. Children are taught multiple methods to solve maths problems, enabling them to gain a thorough and adaptable understanding of topics, making it easier for them to apply their knowledge to different scenarios. Each topic is studied in depth to develop a secure understanding of maths concepts. This leads to greater progress in maths learning, as topics are well understood and therefore don't need to be revised in great detail, meaning each new concept builds on prior learning. Based on this widely successful approach, this wonderful workbook is full of top-tips led by appealing characters who offer useful guidance to parents and children alike with the goal of making learning maths both accessible and interesting. This workbook is part of a new series developed in partnership with the award-winning educational publisher Maths - No Problem! The books encourage a deep knowledge of core maths concepts without fostering a reliance on memorisation or rote learning. In fact, Maths - No Problem! is widely used in schools in the UK and its Teacher Hub receives 4,000 daily visits on average during term time!A must-have maths book for children aged 4-6 at a Key Stage 1 level, as well as for adults who wish to become more familiar with maths taught in schools, to better support their children at home. From counting back to counting on, number bonds and self-check quizzes, this helpful workbook covers it all, incorporating an inclusive approach which builds self-confidence so that no child feels they 'can't do maths'. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why not explore the rest of the workbooks in our Maths - No Problem! Master Maths At Home series? Each workbook can be bought individually or as part of a collection, specifically targeted to early learners aged 4-6 at a Key Stage 1 level. Join the fun that geometry has to offer with Maths - No Problem! Geometry and Shape, Ages 4-6, (Key Stage 1) and multiply like a magician with Maths - No Problem! Multiplication, Division and Fractions, Ages 4-6 (Key Stage 1). It's as easy as 1, 2, 3!

"Compulsively readable." -The New York Times Book Review "Inventive and thrilling. . . . I couldn't put it down." -Brit Bennett, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Vanishing Half "It's a thrill to read this novel." -Jia Tolentino, New York Times bestselling author of Trick Mirror The gripping story of one scientist in outer space, another who watches over him, the family left behind, and the lengths people will go to protect the people and planet they love For twenty years, Alex has believed that his gene-edited super-algae will slow and even reverse the effects of climate change. His obsession with his research has jeopardized his marriage, his relationships with his kids, and his own professional future. When the Son sisters, founders of the colossal tech company Sensus, offer him a chance to complete his research, he seizes the opportunity. The catch? His lab will be in outer space on Parallaxis, the first-ever luxury residential space station built for billionaires. Alex and six other scientists leave Earth and their loved ones to become Pioneers, the beta tenants of Parallaxis. But Parallaxis is not the space palace they were sold. Day and night, the embittered crew builds the facility under pressure from Sensus, motivated by the promise that their families will join them. At home on Earth, much of the country is ablaze in wildfires and battered by storms. In Michigan, Alex's teenage daughter, Mary Agnes, struggles through high school with the help of the ubiquitous Sensus phones implanted in everyone's ears, archiving each humiliation, and wishing she could go to Parallaxis with her father-but her mother will never allow it. The Pioneers are the beta testers of another program, too: Sensus is designing an algorithm that will predict human behavior. Katherine Son hires Tess, a young social psychologist, to watch the experiment's subjects through their phones-including not only the Pioneers, but Katherine's sister, Rachel. Tess begins to develop an intimate, obsessive relationship with her subjects. When Tess and Rachel travel to Parallaxis, the controlled experiment begins to unravel. Prescient and insightful, A House Between Earth and the Moon is at once a captivating epic about the machinations of big tech and a profoundly intimate meditation on the unmistakably human bonds that hold us together.

White Nights is a tender and hauntingly beautiful novella by Fyodor Dostoevsky that captures the fragile boundary between dreams and reality, love and loneliness, hope and heartbreak. Set against the luminous backdrop of St. Petersburg during its ethereal summer nights-when darkness never fully descends-this deeply emotional story explores the inner world of a solitary dreamer whose quiet existence is transformed by a fleeting encounter. The narrator, a shy and introspective young man, lives a life largely confined to imagination. Isolated from society and more comfortable in fantasy than in reality, he wanders the city streets in quiet contemplation, finding companionship in the buildings, canals, and twilight skies. Though he longs for connection, he remains detached from the world around him-until one fateful night when he meets Nastenka, a young woman standing alone by the river. Over the course of four luminous nights, the two strangers form a delicate bond, sharing their stories, fears, and aspirations. The dreamer reveals his lifelong solitude and romantic idealism, while Nastenka confides in him about her own love and longing. What unfolds is a bittersweet tale of emotional intimacy born in a brief moment of chance-a connection that feels infinite yet is bound by time and circumstance. Dostoevsky masterfully delves into the psychology of loneliness and yearning. Through the dreamer's sensitive and passionate voice, readers experience the intensity of unfulfilled desire and the intoxicating hope that even the smallest spark of affection can ignite. The story reflects on the human tendency to build castles in the air-on how imagination can both sustain and deceive us. In just a few days, the narrator lives through a lifetime of emotion, discovering both the ecstasy of connection and the quiet ache of disappointment. Set within the romantic glow of St. Petersburg's "white nights," the novella's atmosphere mirrors the characters' emotional state-soft, fleeting, and suspended between light and shadow. Dostoevsky's prose is intimate and lyrical, yet piercingly honest, capturing the vulnerability of the human heart with remarkable precision. At its core, White Nights is a meditation on love in its purest and most fragile form. It speaks to anyone who has ever fallen deeply and quickly, who has cherished a brief encounter as though it were destiny, or who has felt both grateful and broken by a moment that could not last. It is a story about dreamers-about those who live intensely within their hearts, even when the world offers them little in return. Poignant, reflective, and profoundly human, White Nights remains one of Dostoevsky's most accessible and emotionally resonant works. In its pages, readers will find a timeless exploration of solitude, longing, and the delicate beauty of a love that glows-if only for a night.

PRAISE FOR THE SERIES 'A Kiss of Hammer and Flame is a sweeping debut that will make romantasy fans ravenous for the rest of the trilogy' - Kiera Azar, #1 New York Times and Sunday Times Bestselling Author 'An epic start to what promises to be an incandescent trilogy' - Shalini Abeysekara, #1 Sunday Times and USA Today bestselling author of This Monster of Mine 'Lush, intricate worldbuilding is the driving force behind this fantastic debut' - Keshe Chow, #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Strange Familiars 'Wraps a spell around your heart and squeezes' - Kristen Vale, USA Today bestselling author of A Tale of Mirth and Magic Return to a realm of war, magick and forbidden love in the highly anticipated sequel to slow-burn romantasy A Kiss of Hammer and Flame... As Cahra's power grows, so do the threats against her. Now Empress of Hael'stromia, Cahra is supposed to be ruling the three kingdoms. But Ozumbre is seceding, Kolyath's nobles sow division and King Thierre of Luminaux is lost to grief. Her only solace is her magickal protector Hael, their bond deepening into something... forbidden. When Kolyath and Luminaux are attacked by an unknown enemy, Cahra dispatches Hael, leaving her exposed. He never returns, and Wyldaern is granted a vision: Hael, beaten to within an inch of his immortality, has been captured. Cahra must master her power if she's to find Hael in time, but there are traitors in her midst who will do whatever it takes to strip her of her title. As friends and allies drift further out of reach, who can she rely on to save Hael - and protect the kingdoms from an enemy so mighty, it could change the fate of her world forever? PRAISE FOR AMY DE LA FORCE 'A Kiss of Hammer and Flame charms from the start, delivering an addictive combination of dark magic, sweeping romance and a wonderfully imagined world. A truly fantastic adventure! ' - Alexandra Christo, Sunday Times Bestselling Author ' Filled with action, adventure, and political intrigue, it builds to a thrilling climax that will leave readers clamouring for more' - Charlotte Ingham, author of A Match Made in Hell 'An engrossing tale of resilience with a compelling protagonist, engaging writing, and rising stakes in a world of seers, power, and secrets everything I love in romtantasy and more! ' - Maria Z. Medina, author of Mistress of Bones 'De la Force loads the twisty plot with betrayal, court politics, lost history, and magical elements that will appeal to fans of Throne of Glass and the Shadow and Bone series' - Publishers Weekly 'With an interesting world, as well as plenty of action and romantic tension, it's the perfect read for fans of Sarah J. Maas' books ' - The Express 'Clever, powerful and sets the stage for a story that blends destiny, danger, and desire' - The Debut Digest

¿ The instant number one bestseller everyone is obsessed with! A true slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romance - perfect for fans of ACOTAR and Fourth Wing ¿ The epic sequel to the Sunday Times bestseller Riftborne! This gorgeous standard edition of Duskbound includes foil jacket effects, illustrated endpapers and a special hardcover case design. A FATED LOVE. A COSTLY BETRAYAL. Fia Riftborne thought joining the Sídhe Guard was the hardest choice she'd ever make. She was wrong. Taken prisoner by those she swore to fight, Fia uncovers a devastating truth that upends everything she ever knew...about the Aossi...about Sídhe ...about herself. The only thing that is certain, is that Fia's growing powers are tied to the Isle's survival. As war looms on two fronts and tensions in Sídhe reach a breaking point, the Void that gave Fia her power is calling-but answering it means betraying everyone she left behind. The Guard. Her friends. Laryk. In a war where nothing is as it seems, choosing the wrong side could cost her everything, including the brooding commander whose darkness seems to call to her own. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Praise for The Esprithean Trilogy 'Fans of ACOTAR will gobble up Riftborne. It's got enemies-to-lovers, detailed world building, morally gray love interests, slow burn spice that's worth the torture [and] an underdog female lead like Yarros' Violet.' - Buzzfeed 'Maas, Yarros and Broadbent fans, you've been warned. Riftborne is your next addictive series. A slow burn that will leave you squirming for what's next.' - Emily Bond, HuffPost Books 'A hidden gem that's fit for ACOTAR fans...[the] chemistry is tense and full of enemies-to-reluctant-allies energy. Riftborne is a slow burn that's worth every page.' - Brit & Co Readers are OBSESSED with Duskbound! 'This book revitalized me. It gave me new life . I am not the same woman I was when I started this masterpiece of a book.' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'The characters give you such an ACOTAR , TOG, and Fourth Wing vibe all wrapped in one!' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'This book has changed me ...' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'This slow burn was amazing !! The world?? Obsessed with. The characters? Absolutely loveee .' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'Idk how I'm going to cope with that plot twist of an ending and not having book three... going to go stare at a wall now.' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'This is how you build a world...It's captivating, twisty, and beautifully written without ever feeling confusing.' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ' 6 stars . Are you kidding me? This book had one of the best plots. Hidden worlds, political intrigue, betrayal and unique powers. YOU NAME IT. I now have a new favourite found family.' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿

Latina Laeta B2 - Mastery - Times and Destinies Read Latin as living literature - rich, fluent, and fully Classical. Latina Laeta B2 (Books 16-20) brings the twenty-book series to its climax: more than 117,000 words of continuous Classical Latin, written in clear Silver-Age prose. The world is wide now - Rome after victory, the fields and villas of Campania, the theatres of Africa, the tense cities of Syria, and the roads that bind the Empire together. This volume begins with a warm English recap of B1 and a short English introduction, then moves entirely into Latin as the characters reach adulthood and face the turning points of their lives. In Campania, Flaminia prepares for marriage - a day full of laurel, incense, songs, and whispered judgments. Beneath the celebration lie questions she must answer for herself: what she owes her family, what she owes her new household, and what part of her heart she dares keep her own. Across the sea, Spurius serves in the East, where a single coin, a generous priest, or a suspicious silence may signal danger. Festivals collapse into chaos, armed youths shout in the streets of Emesa, and decisions must be made quickly and publicly. Spurius no longer stands behind his father's robes; in B2 he must act as the Roman who stands there. Far to the south in Africa, Blossius and Marcella build a life on the road - dusty journeys, small coins, long rehearsals, and sudden triumphs before strangers in Thysdrus and beyond. Their craft matures; so does their bond. The theatre becomes both shelter and test. Every chapter unfolds in vivid scenes: a wedding hymn, a judgment in a governor's chamber, a whispered warning at a well, a night performance in a crowded African forum. Grammar rises naturally within the story - indirect discourse, ablative absolutes, complex subordination - always woven into narrative, never taught apart from it. Fluency comes from motion, familiarity, and immersion. Why learners love Latina Laeta B2: ¿ 117,000 words of continuous Classical Latin ¿ Pure Silver-Age prose modeled on Pliny, Suetonius, and Tacitus ¿ Emotional and historical depth: marriage, justice, travel, theatre, and danger ¿ Natural fluency: grammar absorbed through story, not drills ¿ Three plays: Plautine, Terentian, and a mystery play ¿ Closure and transformation for every major character The Road Beyond B2 brings you into full Classical style. From here, the world continues in the Gens et Gloria novels under Trajan - Latin literature written for readers who have grown into the language through story. Latina Laeta B2 - 117,000 words, 448 pages, one living Roman world. Read widely, finish strongly, and cross the bridge from learning Latin to living it.

¿ The instant number one bestseller everyone is obsessed with! A true slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romance - perfect for fans of ACOTAR and Fourth Wing ¿ The epic sequel to the Sunday Times bestseller Riftborne! This gorgeous standard edition of Duskbound includes foil jacket effects, illustrated endpapers and a special hardcover case design. A FATED LOVE. A COSTLY BETRAYAL. Fia Riftborne thought joining the Sídhe Guard was the hardest choice she'd ever make. She was wrong. Taken prisoner by those she swore to fight, Fia uncovers a devastating truth that upends everything she ever knew...about the Aossi...about Sídhe ...about herself. The only thing that is certain, is that Fia's growing powers are tied to the Isle's survival. As war looms on two fronts and tensions in Sídhe reach a breaking point, the Void that gave Fia her power is calling-but answering it means betraying everyone she left behind. The Guard. Her friends. Laryk. In a war where nothing is as it seems, choosing the wrong side could cost her everything, including the brooding commander whose darkness seems to call to her own. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Praise for The Esprithean Trilogy 'Fans of ACOTAR will gobble up Riftborne. It's got enemies-to-lovers, detailed world building, morally gray love interests, slow burn spice that's worth the torture [and] an underdog female lead like Yarros' Violet.' - Buzzfeed 'Maas, Yarros and Broadbent fans, you've been warned. Riftborne is your next addictive series. A slow burn that will leave you squirming for what's next.' - Emily Bond, HuffPost Books 'A hidden gem that's fit for ACOTAR fans...[the] chemistry is tense and full of enemies-to-reluctant-allies energy. Riftborne is a slow burn that's worth every page.' - Brit & Co Readers are OBSESSED with Duskbound! 'This book revitalized me. It gave me new life . I am not the same woman I was when I started this masterpiece of a book.' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'The characters give you such an ACOTAR , TOG, and Fourth Wing vibe all wrapped in one!' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'This book has changed me ...' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'This slow burn was amazing !! The world?? Obsessed with. The characters? Absolutely loveee .' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'Idk how I'm going to cope with that plot twist of an ending and not having book three... going to go stare at a wall now.' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'This is how you build a world...It's captivating, twisty, and beautifully written without ever feeling confusing.' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ' 6 stars . Are you kidding me? This book had one of the best plots. Hidden worlds, political intrigue, betrayal and unique powers. YOU NAME IT. I now have a new favourite found family.' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿

"Christakis . . . expertly weaves academic research, personal experience and anecdotal evidence into her book . . . a bracing and convincing case that early education has reached a point of crisis . . . her book is a rare thing: a serious work of research that also happens to be well-written and personal . . . engaging and important." --Washington Post "What kids need from grown-ups (but aren't getting)...an impassioned plea for educators and parents to put down the worksheets and flash cards, ditch the tired craft projects (yes, you, Thanksgiving Handprint Turkey) and exotic vocabulary lessons, and double-down on one, simple word: play." --NPR The New York Times bestseller that provides a bold challenge to the conventional wisdom about early childhood, with a pragmatic program to encourage parents and teachers to rethink how and where young children learn best by taking the child's eye view of the learning environment To a four-year-old watching bulldozers at a construction site or chasing butterflies in flight, the world is awash with promise. Little children come into the world hardwired to learn in virtually any setting and about any matter. Yet in today's preschool and kindergarten classrooms, learning has been reduced to scripted lessons and suspect metrics that too often undervalue a child's intelligence while overtaxing the child's growing brain. These mismatched expectations wreak havoc on the family: parents fear that if they choose the "wrong" program, their child won't get into the "right" college. But Yale early childhood expert Erika Christakis says our fears are wildly misplaced. Our anxiety about preparing and safeguarding our children's future seems to have reached a fever pitch at a time when, ironically, science gives us more certainty than ever before that young children are exceptionally strong thinkers. In her pathbreaking book, Christakis explains what it's like to be a young child in America today, in a world designed by and for adults, where we have confused schooling with learning. She offers real-life solutions to real-life issues, with nuance and direction that takes us far beyond the usual prescriptions for fewer tests, more play. She looks at children's use of language, their artistic expressions, the way their imaginations grow, and how they build deep emotional bonds to stretch the boundaries of their small worlds. Rather than clutter their worlds with more and more stuff, sometimes the wisest course for us is to learn how to get out of their way. Christakis's message is energizing and reassuring: young children are inherently powerful, and they (and their parents) will flourish when we learn new ways of restoring the vital early learning environment to one that is best suited to the littlest learners. This bold and pragmatic challenge to the conventional wisdom peels back the mystery of childhood, revealing a place that's rich with possibility.

_ The instant number one bestseller everyone is obsessed with! A true slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romance - perfect for fans of ACOTAR and Fourth Wing _ The epic sequel to the Sunday Times bestseller Riftborne! This gorgeous standard edition of Duskbound includes foil jacket effects, illustrated endpapers and a special hardcover case design. A FATED LOVE. A COSTLY BETRAYAL. Fia Riftborne thought joining the Sídhe Guard was the hardest choice she'd ever make. She was wrong. Taken prisoner by those she swore to fight, Fia uncovers a devastating truth that upends everything she ever knew...about the Aossi...about Sídhe ...about herself. The only thing that is certain, is that Fia's growing powers are tied to the Isle's survival. As war looms on two fronts and tensions in Sídhe reach a breaking point, the Void that gave Fia her power is calling-but answering it means betraying everyone she left behind. The Guard. Her friends. Laryk. In a war where nothing is as it seems, choosing the wrong side could cost her everything, including the brooding commander whose darkness seems to call to her own. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Praise for The Esprithean Trilogy 'Fans of ACOTAR will gobble up Riftborne. It's got enemies-to-lovers, detailed world building, morally gray love interests, slow burn spice that's worth the torture [and] an underdog female lead like Yarros' Violet.' - Buzzfeed 'Maas, Yarros and Broadbent fans, you've been warned. Riftborne is your next addictive series. A slow burn that will leave you squirming for what's next.' - Emily Bond, HuffPost Books 'A hidden gem that's fit for ACOTAR fans...[the] chemistry is tense and full of enemies-to-reluctant-allies energy. Riftborne is a slow burn that's worth every page.' - Brit & Co Readers are OBSESSED with Duskbound! 'This book revitalized me. It gave me new life . I am not the same woman I was when I started this masterpiece of a book.' _ _ _ _ _ 'The characters give you such an ACOTAR , TOG, and Fourth Wing vibe all wrapped in one!' _ _ _ _ _ 'This book has changed me ...' _ _ _ _ _ 'This slow burn was amazing !! The world?? Obsessed with. The characters? Absolutely loveee .' _ _ _ _ _ 'Idk how I'm going to cope with that plot twist of an ending and not having book three... going to go stare at a wall now.' _ _ _ _ _ 'This is how you build a world...It's captivating, twisty, and beautifully written without ever feeling confusing.' _ _ _ _ _ ' 6 stars . Are you kidding me? This book had one of the best plots. Hidden worlds, political intrigue, betrayal and unique powers. YOU NAME IT. I now have a new favourite found family.' _ _ _ _ _