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'The author of Divergent returns with an action-packed adventure' The New York Times The daughter of a bounty hunter. The knight sworn to protect her. And the prophecy that destroys their lives . . . From Veronica Roth, the legendary author of the Divergent series, Seek the Traitor's Son is a dazzling, epic tale of war, fate and devastating love. Elegy Ahn did not ask for destiny to find her. She's a soldier defending her small country against a powerful enemy, the Talusar, who worship a Fever that brings death to everyone it touches . . . except those who it resurrects, forever changed. Rava Vidar is a Talusar general with a reputation for cruelty and triumph. And when Elegy and Rava first meet, it's to hear a prophecy that could apply to either of them. The prophecy declares that either woman might carry their people to victory. But at the centre of both of their fates is a man. A man who, Elegy is told, will bring her death. A man she'll fall in love with. With two nations at stake, she and Rava are destined to collide. And when they do, only one will be left standing. Elegy intends to make sure it's her. An extraordinary epic begins. * * * Praise for Seek the Traitor's Son: 'Her most compelling work to date . . . Veronica Roth knows exactly how to break your heart' - Olivie Blake, New York Times bestselling author of The Atlas Six 'A story of treachery and enduring love . . . epic in its stakes and intimate in its romance' - Everina Maxwell, author of Winter's Orbit 'A fantastic story of prophecy and forgiveness, with a spicy relationship full of tension' - The British Fantasy Society 'Huge emotional range . . . a proper epic of love and hate, treachery and loyalty.' - The Daily Mail 'Addictive and electric . . . I truly didn't want to put this down' - Reader review 'Loved this book! . . . High stakes, emotional conflict and dystopian elements' - Reader review

'The author of Divergent returns with an action-packed adventure' The New York Times The daughter of a bounty hunter. The knight sworn to protect her. And the prophecy that destroys their lives . . . From Veronica Roth, the legendary author of the Divergent series, Seek the Traitor's Son is a dazzling, epic tale of war, fate and devastating love. Elegy Ahn did not ask for destiny to find her. She's a soldier defending her small country against a powerful enemy, the Talusar, who worship a Fever that brings death to everyone it touches . . . except those who it resurrects, forever changed. Rava Vidar is a Talusar general with a reputation for cruelty and triumph. And when Elegy and Rava first meet, it's to hear a prophecy that could apply to either of them. The prophecy declares that either woman might carry their people to victory. But at the centre of both of their fates is a man. A man who, Elegy is told, will bring her death. A man she'll fall in love with. With two nations at stake, she and Rava are destined to collide. And when they do, only one will be left standing. Elegy intends to make sure it's her. An extraordinary epic begins. * * * Praise for Seek the Traitor's Son: 'Her most compelling work to date . . . Veronica Roth knows exactly how to break your heart' - Olivie Blake, New York Times bestselling author of The Atlas Six 'A story of treachery and enduring love . . . epic in its stakes and intimate in its romance' - Everina Maxwell, author of Winter's Orbit 'A fantastic story of prophecy and forgiveness, with a spicy relationship full of tension' - The British Fantasy Society 'Huge emotional range . . . a proper epic of love and hate, treachery and loyalty.' - The Daily Mail 'Addictive and electric . . . I truly didn't want to put this down' - Reader review 'Loved this book! . . . High stakes, emotional conflict and dystopian elements' - Reader review

NATIONAL BESTSELLER This gender-swapped When Harry Met Sally retelling is for anyone who craves romance novels with realistic and flawed characters. Ari and Josh circle each other for years in the kind of delicious, slow-burn tension that only comes from a well-executed enemies-to-friends-to-lovers arc. NPR Fresh, witty, and utterly romantic. Ali Hazelwood, author of The Love Hypothesis A NPR AND GLAMOUR BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR Can they stop hating each other long enough to fall in love? When Ari and Josh first meet, the wrong kind of sparks fly. They hate each other. Instantly. A free-spirited, struggling comedian who likes to keep things casual, Ari sublets, takes gigs, and she never sleeps over after hooking up. Born-and-bred Manhattanite Josh has ambitious plans: Take the culinary world by storm, find The One, and make her breakfast in his spotless kitchen. They have absolutely nothing in common . . . except that they happen to be sleeping with the same woman. Ari and Josh never expect their paths to cross again. But years later, as they re both reeling from ego-bruising breakups, a chance encounter leads to a surprising connection: friendship. Turns out, spending time with your former nemesis is fun when you re too sad to hate each other and too sad for hate sex. As friends-without-benefits, they find comfort in late-night Netflix binges, swiping through each other s online dating profiles, and bickering across boroughs. It s better than romance. Until one night, the unspoken boundaries of their platonic relationship begin to blur. . . . With sharp observations and sizzling chemistry, You, Again explores the dynamics of co-ed friendship in this sparkling romantic comedy of modern love in all its forms.

'RIVAL was as gripping as it was sexy' COLLEEN HOOVER 'A gritty, racy new adult tale peppered with raw emotions . . . smoking-hot, action-packed' Publishers Weekly 'Intensely emotional writing, angst-driven plot, and abundance of steamy sex scenes' Booklist Fall Away with this addictive series from the bestselling author of PUNK 57. From the BookTok sensation and New York Times bestselling author of BULLY and FALLS BOYS comes the third novel in the Fall Away series. .............. Madoc and Fallon. Two estranged teenagers playing games that push the boundaries between love and war . . . SHE'S BACK. For the three years she's been away at boarding school, there was no word from her. Back when we lived in the same house, she used to cut me down during the day and then leave her door open for me at night. I was stupid then, but now I'm ready to beat her at her own game . . . I'M BACK. Three years and I can tell he still wants me, even if he acts like he's better than me. But I won't be scared away. Or pushed down. I'll call his bluff and fight back. That's what he wants, right? As long as I keep my guard up, he'll never know how much he affects me . . . .............. Praise for the Fall Away novels: 'Penelope creates incredible tension between their characters in this best friends to enemies to lovers romance. It touches on the trauma of high school relationships, first loves, and broken hearts, and most importantly, how to be with someone without losing yourself' Helena Hunting 'A wonderfully addictive read that kept my heart racing from start to finish. I could not put it down! 5 stars!!' Aestas Book Blog 'I got completely wrapped up in Bully' Scandalicious Book Reviews 'Freakin' awesome! I absolutely love, love, loved this book . . . It totally rocked. Three times I honestly thought I might spontaneously combust' Smitten's Book Blog 'There's a very thin line between love and hate! Did I know the line could be so blurred and painful? No! But can I say I didn't absolutely, without a doubt love this damn book? No! I freaking Loved it!!' SBookLover Reviews 'A heated and passionate novel, full of feeling and intensity that will appeal to the reader seeking an emotional rush' IndieReader.com .............. Read the whole series in order: BULLY; UNTIL YOU; RIVAL; FALLING AWAY; AFLAME (novella); NEXT TO NEVER (novella)

Brody Saunders is the best coach in the NHL. Grumpy, menacing and with two Stanley Cups under his belt as the head coach of the DC Stars, the last thing he should be doing is hooking up with his player's younger sister. After the night of their one night stand almost ends in tragedy, he pulls away, vowing to pretend like their rendezvous ever happened. Hannah Everett is a world champion figure skater who doesn't know what she wants to do with her life. When she acknowledges she's burnt out with the sport she's spent her whole life doing, she realizes she needs all the help she can get to find herself, and her love of skating, again. What starts as an agreement for Hannah to coach Brody's daughter for the figure skating season, quickly turns into something more. Between the time they're spending together on and off the ice, Hannah starts to see Brody isn't the short-tempered man the media portrays him to be, and the longer they fight their connection, the more the tension between them grows. Falling in love with the girl fourteen years younger than him isn't part of Brody's plan, but can he stay out of the sin bin when the world finally learns about their relationship?

Inspired by true stories from the authors’ grandparents’ lives during one of the darkest periods in Korean history, The Last Tiger is a debut young adult fantasy novel about the power of love to give voice to a broken people. In a colonized land where tigers are being hunted to extinction and ancient magic stirs, two star-crossed teens—Lee Seung, a servant yearning for freedom, and Choi Eunji, a noble girl defying tradition—join forces to try and reshape their respective fates. But their relationship evolves from begrudging accomplices to bitter adversaries as they soon find themselves on opposite sides of a battle over the last tiger, a symbol of their people’s lost freedom and key to the liberation of their country. As the ties between Seung and Eunji are complicated by their conflicting loyalties, tensions rise—especially when a charming princeling of the empire begins to rival for Eunji's affection. In this friends-to-enemies-to-lovers story of forbidden romance, antagonists turned allies, oppression and liberation, neither Seung nor Eunji can abandon their mission—or each other. And as they embark on separate quests to find the elusive creature, each must also find the power within themselves to make their own destiny.

A sweet and spicy friends-to-lovers romance set against the backdrop of the Australian Open, from the author of Clean Point. In the aftermath of Dylan Bailey's tenth Grand Slam loss, she decides to put her racket away for good. Until a tempting bet from fellow pro Oliver Anderson convinces her to give it one last shot. If she sticks it out, and still loses the next tournament, she takes home his US Open Trophy, and is free to walk away from the sport forever. To sweeten the deal, Oliver proposes a twist—he'll swap his racket for a whistle and coach Dylan in the months leading up to the Australian Open. After all, with the solid friendship they've built, surely working together could score a game point. They just need to keep their eyes on the ball and ignore their sizzling tension. As Oliver and Dylan navigate the unpredictable court, they rediscover their love for the sport, but the feelings they share could complicate things. With the world watching their every move, they must ensure their partnership stays on-court. But as the lines between coach and player blur, especially in a sport where every detail is scrutinized, keeping their feelings in check may be their toughest match yet.

Now with a gorgeous new cover, a map, a new foreword, and exclusive bonus content Clary fights to stop a murderer and to close the growing distance between her and Jace in the thrilling fourth book in the New York Times and internationally bestselling Mortal Instruments series. City of Fallen Angels is a Shadowhunters novel. The Mortal War is over, and sixteen-year-old Clary Fray is back home in New York City, excited about all the possibilities before her. She’s training to become a Shadowhunter and use her unique power. Her mother is getting married to the love of her life. Downworlders and Shadowhunters are at peace at last. And—most importantly of all—she can finally call Jace her boyfriend. But nothing comes without a price. Someone is murdering Shadowhunters, provoking tensions between Downworlders and Shadowhunters that could lead to a second, bloody war. Clary’s best friend, Simon, can’t help her—his mother just found out he’s a vampire, and now he’s homeless. When Jace begins to pull away from her without explaining why, Clary is forced to delve into the heart of a mystery that reveals her worst nightmare: she herself has set in motion a terrible chain of events that could lead to her losing everything she loves. Even Jace.

**Get the brand new, Agatha Christie-inspired suspense thriller from Riley Sager now - WITH A VENGEANCE** THE HEART-POUNDING GOTHIC THRILLER FROM THE INTERNATIONALLY BESTSELLING AUTHOR Everyone believes that Lenora Hope is a mass murderer. When the Hope family was massacred decades ago, she was the only one left after that tragic night. Mute, paralysed and confined to a wheelchair, Lenora has never been able to tell her side of the story. Until her new live-in caregiver Kit brings her a typewriter. And with one working finger Lenora begins to type: I want to tell you everything. Real readers LOVE The Only One Left: 'Plot twists on plot twists! A story that keeps you guessing throughout' 'Kept me guessing to the very end' 'I literally couldn't leave this story alone' 'The tension throughout this book is so intense it is breath taking' 'I devoured this in a single sitting' 'Laden with an abundance of twists and turns that are truly mind-bending' 'The ending though . . . didn't see that one coming!' 'Riley never fails to disappoint me, now to wait for the next book...' And your favourite authors love it too... 'A master storyteller' ALEX MICHAELIDES 'Spine-chilling' RUTH WARE 'Twisty' SHARI LAPENA 'Addictive' STEPHANIE WROBEL 'Propulsive' ELLERY LLOYD 'Terrific' KARIN SLAUGHTER 'Shocking' LISA GARDNER

A workaholic lawyer who's got the world figured out. An opposing counsel happy to prove him wrong... Love has no place in Baz Hadley's life. He is too focused on working hard, winning big, and becoming the youngest partner yet at his elite law firm. Enter Sami Adam. Cocky, gorgeous, oh, and right-hand man to Chicago's most dickish legal shark. Baz despises Sami and his stupid, intoxicating smirk on sight. But when Sami shows up at Baz's doorstep at the end of a grueling week, the sparks of loathing turn into something far more dangerous. As the two entangle in a secret affair that threatens to torch the career Baz has worked so hard for, Sami challenges every one of his snap judgments. With the clash of prejudice and reality chipping away at his rock-solid views, Baz is forced to confront a life-changing choice: chase the prestige he's always craved or embrace the one person who makes him feel truly alive. Brimming with heart, humor, and sizzling tension, this grumpy sunshine secret relationship MM romance explores the messy beauty of looking below the surface and proves love doesn't care about a five-year plan. Perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston's Red, White, and Royal Blue and Adib Khorram's I'll Have What He's Having.

What if your new colleague is the one person who leaves you speechless? Harper Jenkins has a way with words. As Celebrity Editor at a glossy magazine, she knows exactly how to get tight-lipped Hollywood stars talking, landing her exclusive stories and a great reputation. There's only one person who leaves her speechless - her arrogant colleague Ryan, who has been hired as the new Features Editor. Harper remembers Ryan from a decade ago, when they both interned together. Back then she had believed he was someone she could trust - but he betrayed her completely and they've never spoken since. Thrown together again in a busy newsroom, Harper and Ryan clash on everything - he can't bear how chaotic and messy she is while she declares him uptight and infuriating. But as the tension between them builds, who will get to have the last word? READERS LOVE HARPER AND RYAN . . . 'The Last Word is a witty, entertaining, sparkling and addictive novel and I didn't want it to end' 'An unmissable, quick-witted, and funny second-chance romance' 'I absolutely loved this' 'Funny; heartfelt, and so well written' 'Katy Birchall is fast becoming one of my favourite authors' 'A magnificent enemies-to-lovers romantic comedy with some real laughs and a main character that I couldn't help but root for!'

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Inspired by true stories from the authors' grandparents' lives during one of the darkest periods in Korean history, The Last Tiger is a debut young adult fantasy novel about the power of love to give voice to a broken people. In a colonized land where tigers are being hunted to extinction and ancient magic stirs, two star-crossed teens-Lee Seung, a servant yearning for freedom, and Choi Eunji, a noble girl defying tradition-join forces to try and reshape their respective fates. But their relationship evolves from begrudging accomplices to bitter adversaries as they soon find themselves on opposite sides of a battle over the last tiger, a symbol of their people's lost freedom and key to the liberation of their country. As the ties between Seung and Eunji are complicated by their conflicting loyalties, tensions rise-especially when a charming princeling of the empire begins to rival for Eunji's affection. In this friends-to-enemies-to-lovers story of forbidden romance, antagonists turned allies, oppression and liberation, neither Seung nor Eunji can abandon their mission-or each other. And as they embark on separate quests to find the elusive creature, each must also find the power within themselves to make their own destiny.

Bloomsbury presents Widow's Welcome by D.K. Fields, read by Helen Vine.There's power in stories.This is a story of power.Dead bodies aren't unusual in the alleyways of Fenest, capital of the Union of Realms. Especially not in an election year, when the streets swell with crowds from near and far. Muggings, brawls gone bad, debts collected – Detective Cora Gorderheim has seen it all. Until she finds a Wayward man with his mouth sewn shut.His body has been arranged precisely by the killer and left conspicuously, waiting to be found. Cora fears this is not only a murder, but a message.As she digs into the dead man's past, she finds herself drawn into the most dangerous event in the Union: the election. In a world where stories win votes, someone has gone to a lot of trouble to silence this man. Who has stopped his story being told?_______________________________________________________'An utterly absorbing tale set in a fascinating world' MICK FINLAY.'If you love storytelling, you'll love this' S.J. MORDEN.'It's rare to find such a richly imagined world about the art of myth and storytelling' CHRISTOPHER FOWLER.'Irresistibly thrilling, weaving together gaslit crime, fantasy and mystery... I can't wait for more' TIM MAJOR.'There is more than meets the eye in this gripping and inventive debut... Rife with intrigue, deceit and cultural tension' JAMES AITCHESON.

A taut, wickedly spicy mafia romance filled with banter from J. T. Geissinger, author of TikTok sensations Pen Pal. A powerful mafia king kidnaps the one woman who threatens to bring him to his knees in Carnal Urges, the second book in the Queens and Monsters series. Sloane is fierce, fast and smart. But when she is kidnapped in a New York City parking garage, her life is upended. The devil has blue eyes, an Irish accent and a hatred that runs deep. His name is Declan, the newly-ascended head of the Irish mob. He suspects Sloane of starting a war. Consorting with his enemies. Getting his men killed. She's innocent on all charges, but he wants his pound of flesh. But there are more powerful urges than that for revenge. And, as the scorching, forbidden tension boils over, the real war begins . . . Fans LOVE Carnal Urges . . . 'This series has me in a complete chokehold' 'There are seriously steamy scenes that made me melt! Declan is so alpha I loved it' 'Sloane is hands-down one of my favorite FMCs I've ever read - strong, smart, badass, and endlessly witty' Tropes include . . . Mafia romance Alpha male Kidnapping Enemies to lovers Age gap Discover Savage Hearts, the next book in the addictive Queens and Monsters series.

"Classic small-town, homecoming rom-com goodness! I laughed, I gasped, and I wished I could be in the front row of the community theater. You'll want this one in your beach bag!"-Lyla Sage, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Done and Dusted and Soul Searching When four former theater kids reunite after twenty years, forgotten crushes, unresolved tension, and fresh chemistry steal the spotlight in this charming queer ensemble rom-com. Love always deserves an encore. As teens, Annie, Lola, Vicky, and Dylan stole the show in a legendary gender-swapped version of Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead. Two couples, one unforgettable summer-until the closing-night party tore them apart, and not all of them knew why. Now, with lives that look nothing like they imagined, the foursome is called home by their beloved director for a one-night-only revival to save the theater and the town. Returning to Rhodes means facing everything they left behind: long-buried secrets, undeniable chemistry, and the chance to write a brand-new ending-together. Brimming with nostalgia, wit, and small-town sparkle, Play It Again is a heartwarming story of first love, second chances, and the magic of finding your way back to the stage-and to the ones who knew you best.

'Oh I absolutely loved this. I'm a mad fan... I loved the chemistry between Chloe and Teddy... Pure delight' NetGalley reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ Level up your summer reading with the latest Roll for Romance romcom Chloe wishes real life was as exciting as her weekly roleplaying games. While all of her friends are levelling up, she's stuck in a dead-end job and binge-watching playthroughs at the weekend. So when a mead making workshop leads to a new opportunity on a beautiful rural honey farm, she can't believe her luck. That is, until the owner's niece shows up for the summer... Teddy spends her life on the road, so when she finally gets back to her home away from home, she's less than pleased to find a new hire poised to take her place. Especially one with such a familiar - and memorable - face... What to expect: Cosplay Awkward meet cute Rivals to lovers Emotional depth Spicy Found family Each book in the Roll for Romance series can be read as a standalone. Readers are loving Mead Cute! ' I adored this ... The perfect cosy summer setting ... Chloe and Teddy had such great chemistry... A joy... Highly recommend' ¿¿¿¿¿ ' I am absolutely obsessed with this !... My favorite... The chemistry was wonderful, the romance was incredibly sweet... I couldn't stop smiling ' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'An absolute delight!' ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Adorable , heartfelt, and wonderfully nerdy' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'If you're a D&D player who loves contemporary romance, I don't think you could pick a better series!' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'The cozy atmosphere in this book is immaculate... while the enemies-to-lovers dynamic brings all the tension, banter, and delicious slow-burn energy ' ¿¿¿¿¿ ' The chemistry is CHEMISTRYING! ' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'So cute , so nerdy , so yearny , so cozy ' ¿¿¿¿ 'A sweet (pun intended) rom com with mead making, honey, Ren Faires and D&D. A great summer read !' ¿¿¿¿ 'A queer love story that is tender, thoughtful , and deeply woven into the plot' ¿¿¿¿

She came to claim her power. She awakened something ancient instead. From bestselling indie author and TikTok favorite Laura Thalassa comes a deliciously witchy romantasy. Selene Bowers is desperate to join Henbane Coven, the elite academy for witches. But power comes with a price, and hers demands a sacrifice: every time she uses magic, she loses a memory. And now, she may be forgetting something-or someone-crucial. During her pre-initiation quest in the South American jungle, Selene's magic flares to save her life, awakening Memnon the Cursed, a long-dead villain who mistakes Selene for the wife who betrayed him. Their connection is immediate. Dangerous. Unforgivable. Selene escapes and makes it to Henbane, but when witches start turning up dead, all signs point to her. With no memories to defend herself, she turns to the one person who might hold the answers: Memnon. But his help comes with strings that could bind her fate forever... 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 Enemies-to-lovers vibes with ancient tension Fated mates (but make it cursed) Morally gray love interest Murder mystery Reincarnation Readers are bewitched, too: "The witchy, magical vibes are immaculate. The setting, the atmosphere, the magic system, they're all just so perfect!" - Goodreads "If you're a fantasy romance girly, live for slow-burn with spice, or are just straight-up feral for morally gray love interests, run (don't walk) and add this to your cart." - Amazon "Dark, sexy, and action-packed, while also having that trademark Laura Thalassa snark and humor." - Goodreads "I devoured this book like it was the last drop of magic on Earth-dark, delicious, and totally unputdownable." - Amazon

True enemies to lovers. Murder as a love language. Blistering romance. The intoxicating global fantasy romance bestseller you won't be able to resist. 'I'd rather be tortured by your presence than agonized by your absence.' Every person Harlow Carrenwell kisses dies, and that's the way she likes it. Her first husband is in the ground. Her new betrothed is next. But Harlow has a secret. When she's not acting as her parents' assassin, she moonlights as a vigilante hunting abusive men in their walled city. Until one night Harlow kisses a mark and he doesn't die. Worse, he is her new betrothed, Henry Havenwood, and now he knows about her double life. Instead of exposing her, he does something far more dangerous - he whisks her away to marry him in his wild mountain fort. Cursed with a husband she can't kill and trapped in a fort surrounded by vampire-infested woods, Harlow must do the impossible. . . Make the man who knows she's a killer fall in love with her anyway. TROPES: Dark romantasy Who did this to you Touch her and die True enemies-to-lovers Forced proximity Marriage of convenience Female vigilante Vampires READERS ARE UTTERLY INTOXICATED... _ _ _ _ _ 'Gah I loved this so much . . . The banter and tension had me SCREAMING ...' 'You will not put this book down. The twists, the reveals, the heart-shattering moments hit so hard and land SO perfectly. I was sobbing.' ' So beautifully written , I think I highlighted the entire book. The characters... the pure, raw layers of their emotions . I felt it all.' ' Downright addictive and made me forget I was reading .' 'This was all-around fantastic. I literally cried like 4 times, and the banter was TOP TIER . . . I simply couldn't stop reading this damn book.' 'This book is thoroughly layered , intricately woven and heavily addictive . Do not miss it.' ' There are not enough stars to give this book .'

A beautiful, uplifting medical romance from Alison Roberts. Perfect for fans of Jo Bartlett, Rachel Dove and Helen RolfeUnfinished business with the new doctor in town Dr Jennifer Tremaine usually has everything under control, she is the master of multi-tasking. But when an unexpected storm, bound for her rural town in New Zealand everything is thrown into chaos. And suddenly her professional prowess is put under pressure. But then a white knight arrives in the form of surgeon Andrew Stephenson. Jennifer should be thrilled, but she and Andrew have history. They haven't seen each other since medical school and for their entire careers, they have been in constant competition. But now they have to put their tension to one side for the sake of their patients. And suddenly Jennifer begins to feel safe and calm in Andrew's presence. Seeing beyond their rivalry she's struck by butterflies of chemistry she never saw coming. But she cannot be distracted, and must until the storm blows over resist the surgeon who is back in her life. Praise for Alison Roberts 'A heartfelt, emotional read - Alison Roberts is a master of the medical romance' Rachel Dove 'I didn't want it to end, Highly recommended. Ten stars' Reader Review Perfect blend of slow-burn tension and steamy romance wrapped in a whirlwind of life-saving drama. If you love romances with a dash of danger, high emotional stakes, and a happy-ever-after, this is one for you! Reader Review Compelling and didn't want it to end! Reader Review A medical romance, yes, please! Reader Review

A ruthless assassin. A chance at vengeance. A deadly secret... The slow-burn epic fantasy romance sensation that has gripped readers on Booktok! 'A great plot, perfect tension, and sweet betrayal' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader review ¿¿¿¿¿ A cage Owned by a ruthless assassin lord, Scarlett Monrhoe and her two sisters are the most feared trio on the continent. They are wild and unpredictable, until a tragic night finds Scarlett locked away in a noble's household until she's ready to fall into line. A choice Finally, Scarlett is presented with a job. If she completes the assignment, her payment will be something she has coveted for ten years: revenge against the Fire Fae Prince who brutally killed her mother ten years ago. A mystery But when children begin disappearing from her home, all her plans are put on hold as she races to save them. With the help of old friends, a jilted lover, and a mysterious newcomer who claims the magic of the Fae is possible in the mortal lands, Scarlett delves into the darkest corners of the world. Forgotten secrets will come to light, and she'll discover that the darkness extends far beyond her own kingdom. Perfect for fans of: ¿¿ Enemies to Lovers ¿ Fae ¿¿¿¿ Vampires ¿¿¿¿ Morally Grey MMC ¿¿¿¿ Found family ¿¿¿¿¿ Assassin FMC Readers LOVE Lady of Darkness 'Did this book just become my new obsession? The answer is yes' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader review 'If you combined A Court of Thorns and Roses, Throne of Glass and From Blood and Ash you'd get this series' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader review 'The romance. Almighty on high. This was soooooooo good. They compliment each other beautifully. He is everything I love an MMC to be' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader review 'I love Scarlett's character! She is the absolutely definition of FMC badass! The plot twist at the end had my mouth dropping!... I am diving straight into book 2!!' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader review The Lady of Darkness series 1. Lady of Darkness 2. Lady of Shadows 3. Lady of Ashes 4. Lady of Embers 5. Lady of Starfire

Bloomsbury presents Bad Publicity by Bianca Gillam, read by Lucy Boynton.Nominated for Best Audiobook: Romance at The Speakies (The British Audio Awards).'If you love a slow burn, enemies-to-lovers rom-com with plenty of chemistry, then this is the book for you.' Sophie Cousens, New York Times bestselling author of This Time Next YearYesterday they were just exes.Today they're a writer and a publicist... on tour in Europe... for a month.When Andie lands her dream job as a senior book publicist, she's ready to take the world of New York publishing by storm.Until her first day, when she discovers that her biggest author is Jack Carlson – the same Jack who ruined her life in university. Who she hasn't spoken to in five years. Who is not only still infuriatingly hot but incredibly successful. And whose campaign she definitely cannot mess up, if she wants to keep her job.To make matters even worse, the central part of this career-defining campaign is a book tour. For a month, Andie will have to travel across Europe with the man who, if she were being totally honest, she'd like to hit with her car.But she will not lose this opportunity, especially not because of him. One month on tour with Jack Carlson, visiting some of the most romantic spots in Europe. Deep breath. She can do this.'Filled with heart, humour, and the swoon-worthy moments every romance reader craves, this book is a gorgeous debut for Bianca Gillam. I can't wait to see what she writes next!' Laurie Gilmore'A delightful blend of humour and heart. Gillam's enemies-to-lovers workplace romance sizzles with tension and swoon-worthy moments.' Bal KhabraReaders love Bad Publicity...'It has warmth, charm, laugh-out-loud moments and a wistful nostalgia. I absolutely loved it.' *****'A book lovers' dream romance' *****'This is my favourite contemporary romance book ever. I can't wait to see what Bianca writes next!' *****'I adored this story' *****'This was such a breathtaking read.' *****

Don't miss the final epic instalment of the Bloodwing Academy series from Sunday Timesbestselling author Briar Boleyn! What do you get if you mix Fourth Wingwith Zodiac Academy, a dash of Arthurian legend, dark academia, and lots and lots of vampires? Welcome to Bloodwing Academy. Expect magic. Expect competition. Expect blood. ¿¿¿ The reader reviews for the Bloodwing Academy series say it all! 'This is the next Fourth Wing I swear' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'These two are everything. Their humour? Their BANTER? God tier' ¿¿¿¿¿ They say love makes you foolish. At Bloodwing, it makes you dangerous. I thought surviving a vampire academy was the hardest thing I'd ever have to do. Then I fell in love with a boy who can turn into a dragon. After the attack on Veilmar, I should help to keep the school running. But instead, I've been pulled into a secret dwarven quest to recover something the other side can never be allowed to claim. The only problem? The enemy is down here with us - and they're already ahead. Back at Bloodwing, our friends are caught between the demands of the highblood elite and the fragile revolution blooming in the halls. Regan must reclaim a title she once wielded cruelly. But this time she'll use it to protect the students she helped oppress. Meanwhile, far to the north, another fight is unfolding. At the Bonewood, love has become both a weapon and a weakness. As dragons rise, the dead stir, and an ancient prophecy tightens its grip, my friends and I must choose once and for all what we're willing to sacrifice for a better world. Perfect for fans of: ¿ Dragons, Vampires and Fae ¿¿ Slow-burn and spice ¿ Enemies-to-lovers and fated mates Readers are OBSESSED with the Bloodwing Academy series: 'There's so much tension, angst, and yearning between Medra and Blake, and the spice was DELICIOUS' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'If you love dragons, academia, trials, vampires, and spice, you will absolutely devour this book!' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'The narrative is flawless and weaves beautifully around a fantastical and timeless dark world' ¿¿¿¿¿

To say Hannah Thatcher-Miles loathes Liam Park is an understatement. He is arrogant, rude, and much to her dismay-completely irresistible. For the most part he has been avoidable, until she finds herself desperate and has to accept a position at his father's law firm...as his assistant. Liam has begun taking on more responsibility at Baker & Park. With new responsibility comes a new assistant, but Liam could have never predicted that it would be none other than the life-long bane of his existence and the daughter of his dad's best friend, Hannah. Now that they're both in Hannah's brother's wedding and have to spend every day together at work, it's impossible to escape one another. With tensions at an all-time high, Liam is realizing that maybe he doesn't hate Hannah as much as he used to, if he ever really did at all. Temptation leads to crossed lines, leaving Hannah and Liam with an impossible question to answer. Are love and loathing really just a sliver apart? Mostly Loathing You is a fun story about falling in love with the person you'd least expect, the person you detest. However, it does dive into topics surrounding self esteem and complicated parental relationships. This story also includes bully romance elements.

THE DANGEROUS AND SULTRY BLACKLIST DUOLOGY COMES TO ITS RIVETING CONCLUSION FROM THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING AUTHOR SYLVIA DAY Get lost in the twisty tale of three women fighting to outrun their pasts - one for love, one for power and one for revenge... 'Lots of emotion, tension and violence but love finds a way through' 5***** Reader Review ----- Lily Black was presumed dead for years. Now, she's back in the arms of her devoted husband, Kane. Where she's been is a mystery, but she can't escape her past - nor the danger following her. Aliyah, Kane's mother, has has never believed Lily is who she says she is, and seeks any opportunity to expose her. This leaves Amy, her daughter-in-law, a pawn in the dangerous games this family plays. But Amy has her sights on the biggest prize of all. Three women consumed by their different desires. But could they have more in common than they know? ---- ' There's so much suspense and mystery in the entire book and it made for such an amazing story' 5***** Reader Review 'Sylvia Day has created such a beautifully written masterpiece which is adorned with the mysterious, sexy, exciting and suspenseful vibes' 5***** Reader Review 'One of the best I have read this year' 5***** Reader Review ***So Close was a Sunday Times bestseller April 2023***

From the acclaimed, award-winning author of Reading Like a Writer and Lovers at the Chameleon Club, Paris, 1932 comes an utterly original novel inspired by the strange friendship between Charles Dickens and Hans Christian Andersen and set during the summer when Dickens's family life exploded. In the summer of 1857, when British newspapers warned of an approaching comet about to destroy the earth, an unusual-looking stranger arrived at Charles Dickens's home, Gad's Hill, in the countryside outside London. Dickens had met Hans Christian Andersen at a dinner party, a decade before, and, in a moment of desperation, had invited him to visit. The visit did not go well. The eccentric Danish author of classic fairy tales, who barely spoke English, outstayed his welcome and alienated the Dickens household, which included nine children. Even the oblivious, obsessively self-conscious Andersen sensed the increasing tension between Dickens and his unhappy wife, Catherine, but was slow to understand--or to believe--that Dickens had fallen in love with a young actress appearing in his new play. For Andersen, those five weeks were a series of social mistakes and embarrassments but ultimately a lesson in how life's most humbling experiences can be transformed into art. Five Weeks in the Country, a work of imaginative fiction inspired by actual events, is Francine Prose at her dazzling best.

What if the secret to love's power lay hidden in a single night of storytelling? Symposium is Plato's sparkling masterpiece of philosophy and drama. On the morning after a victory banquet, Aristophanes, Agathon, Phaedrus, Diotima-through-Socrates, and other brilliant Athenians agree to praise Eros instead of drinking to excess. Their speeches range from rib-tickling myth to cosmic revelation, culminating in Socrates' mysterious lesson from the seer Diotima: love is the soul's ladder from bodily longing to the contemplation of absolute Beauty. This contemporary edition breathes fresh clarity into Plato's Greek while preserving his humor and passion, making the dialogue vivid for modern readers who seek both intellectual rigor and literary delight. What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation: A Lively Banquet of Voices - From Aristophanes' twin-soul myth to Alcibiades' scandalous toast, every speech restored in crisp, engaging prose. Philosophy Woven with Storytelling - Experience ideas through character, humor, and dramatic tension, not dry abstraction. The Ladder of Love Explained - Follow Socrates step by step from physical desire to the vision of eternal Forms. Essential Context & Notes - Accessible introductions and footnotes illuminate historical setting, Greek terms, and key concepts. Whether you're exploring Plato for the first time or returning to an old favorite, this edition of Symposium offers a feast for mind and heart alike.

He's tight-lipped, tattooed, and off-limits. She's sunshine, sass, and impossible to ignore. At Briar U, the parties are wild, the hockey is brutal, and the slowest burns lead to the fiercest love stories. Fashion student Summer Di Laurentis is used to turning heads. Beneath the sparkles and sarcasm, she's determined to prove she's more than just her image. A new school offers a fresh start--if she can survive the chaos of sharing a house with her brother's hockey teammates. Including the one guy who's immune to her charm. Colin "Fitzy" Fitzgerald prefers quiet to drama, games to parties, and walls to vulnerability. But Summer gets under his skin. She's the opposite of everything he thought he wanted. Too loud. Too bold. Too tempting. When forced proximity collides with undeniable chemistry, resisting their new roommate will be Summer and Fitzy's ultimate challenge. The first in New York Times bestselling author Elle Kennedy's beloved Briar U series, The Chase blends laugh-out-loud banter, emotional tension, and unforgettable slow-burn sizzle. Fans of The Deal, Icebreaker, and The Love Hypothesis will fall hard for this witty, addictive story of self-discovery, opposites clashing, and unexpected connection. Join the millions of readers who've fallen for the Briar U boys--and the women who change their game.

THE AWARD-WINNING MODERN CLASSIC, SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE. THE SUNDAY TIMES and NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A RICHARD AND JUDY PICK A GRANTA BEST OF YOUNG BRITISH NOVELIST 'Written with a wisdom and skill that few authors attain in a lifetime' SUNDAY TIMES 'Gripping' OBSERVER Still in her teenage years, Nazneen finds herself in an arranged marriage with a disappointed older man. Away from her Bangladeshi village, home is now a cramped flat in a high-rise block in London's East End. Nazneen knows not a word of English, and is forced to depend on her husband. Confined in her tiny flat, Nazneen sews furiously for a living, shut away with her buttons and linings - until the radical Karim steps unexpectedly into her life. On a background of racial conflict and tension, they embark on a love affair that forces Nazneen finally to take control of her fate. SHORTLISTED FOR THE GUARDIAN FIRST BOOK AWARD 'A brilliant evocation of sensuality' DAILY TELEGRAPH 'A novel that will last' GUARDIAN ' Highly evolved and accomplished' OBSERVER Reader's love for BRICK LANE: ' Memorable and gripping' ***** 'The kind of book that changes your perception of the world' ***** 'This has become a classic and i can see why'***** 'Funny, sharp and very touching' *****

A devout iconographer must paint an exiled saint in this sumptuous gothic romantasy full of slow-burn tension and windswept moors, for fans of DIVINE RIVALS and A STUDY IN DROWNING 'Nothing less than blasphemy brought you to me,' Jude told her. Maeve trembled. He was an open flame. Any closer, and she'd burn. Jude is a saint with dangerous magic - exiled by the Abbey to live out his days alone in a decaying estate on the moors - until gifted iconographer Maeve is sent to paint his icon. Suspecting she's a spy for her beloved Abbey, Jude makes it his mission to get rid of Maeve as soon as possible. That is, until he discovers that Maeve holds the same tainted magic as he does, and she may be the key to destroying the Abbey's power... But this institution has eyes everywhere, and the only thing the Abbey loves more than a saint is a martyr.

When a rogue spy shakes the very foundations of the CIA, only Brianna Dagger can piece together the fractured clues and restore order. With her parkour skills and sharp mind, she must race against time to prevent her own agency from collapse. MAZE OF SECRETS (A Brianna Dagger CIA Thriller—Book 5) is the fifth novel in a new series by spy thriller author Vin Strong. The series begins with MAZE OF SPIES (book #1). A captivating espionage thriller that will grip you from beginning to end, the Brianna Dagger series is replete with astonishing twists and heart-pounding tension. It will have you falling for a brand-new female protagonist and turning pages late into the night. Fans of Vince Flynn, Brad Taylor, and Tom Clancy are sure to fall in love with the next big name in spy thrillers. Future books in the series are also available!