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A New York Times bestselling series! The highly anticipated fourth novel in the Woven Kingdom romantasy series, brimming with fiery romance, spectacular magic, and breathtaking secrets, from Tahereh Mafi, the award-winning and bestselling author of the Shatter Me series. Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Leigh Bardugo, and Sabaa Tahir. At long last, the wedding day has arrived. The Jinn queen and the enigmatic ruler of Tulan are to be married in a magical, enchanted ceremony—but Cyrus; tethered by a blood oath to his bride-to-be, can find nothing to celebrate in this union. He’s falling ever more deeply in love with the one person oathbound to kill him. Sworn to an ancient, unbreakable magic, Alizeh can only fulfill the prophecy to free her people by ensuring Cyrus dies by her own hand. And Cyrus is forced to await his end all while Prince Kamran inches closer, ready to take his place by Alizeh’s side. The countdown to murder coils tensions ever tighter, but the historic wedding has already drawn deadly attention. To prepare for war and protect her people, Alizeh must finally discover her magic—and outrun the enemies trying to stop her. Alizeh and Cyrus, along with Kamran and their friends from Ardunia, must flee on dragon-back to begin the perilous journey into the legendary mountains of Arya, where a firestorm of revelations, magical discoveries, and fresh allies awaits them. Every allegiance will be tested, every darkness uncovered, and when the shattering secrets of the Tulanian king are finally revealed . . . Nothing, and no one, will be the same. Desperate confessions, impossible decisions, unfathomable magical power—and a love so devastating it rewrites destinies—Every Spiral of Fate is the shimmering, breathtaking fourth volume in a saga that continues to transcend expectations.

THE NOVEL THAT STARTED IT ALL - ARKADY RENKO NOVEL #1 'One of those writers that anyone who is serious about their craft views with respect bordering on awe' Val McDermid 'Makes tension rise through the page like a shark's fin' Independent *** Three bodies found frozen in the snow. And the hunt for the killer begins… It begins with a triple murder in a Moscow amusement center: three corpses found frozen in the snow, faces and fingers missing. Chief homicide investigator Arkady Renko is brilliant, sensitive, honest, and cynical about everything except his profession. To identify the victims and uncover the truth, he must battle the KGB, FBI, and the New York City police as he pursues a rich, ruthless, and well-connected American fur dealer. Meanwhile, Renko is falling in love with a beautiful, headstrong dissident for whom he may risk everything. A wonderfully textured, vivid look behind the Iron Curtain, Gorky Park is a tense, atmospheric, and memorable crime story. Praise for Martin Cruz Smith 'The story drips with atmosphere and authenticity - a literary triumph' David Young, bestselling author of Stasi Child 'One of those writers that anyone who is serious about their craft views with respect bordering on awe' Val McDermid 'Cleverly and intelligently told, The Girl from Venice is a truly riveting tale of love, mystery and rampant danger. I loved it' Kate Furnivall, author of The Liberation 'Smith not only constructs grittily realistic plots, he also has a gift for characterisation of which most thriller writers can only dream' Mail on Sunday 'Smith was among the first of a new generation of writers who made thrillers literary' Guardian 'Brilliantly worked, marvellously written . . . an imaginative triumph' Sunday Times 'Martin Cruz Smith's Renko novels are superb' William Ryan, author of The Constant Soldier

*The thrilling new novel from Lucy Clarke, THE SURF HOUSE, is available to buy now* A SECRET BEACH. A HOLIDAY OF A LIFETIME. WISH YOU WERE HERE? THINK AGAIN... _______________________________________________ ' Totally addictive , clever and atmospheric' Erin Kelly ' Tense, unnerving and emotional' C. L. Taylor You wake on a beautiful, remote island. Sparkling blue seas, golden sunsets, barely a footprint in the sand. Yet this is no ordinary escape. Next to the wreck of a plane, a stranger paces. Another sharpens a knife, scoring a list of the dead onto a palm tree. Others watch from the shadows of a campfire - all with untold stories, and closely-guarded secrets... This is no ordinary holiday. This is no ordinary island. This is no ordinary beach read. Gripping, twisty and full of sun-soaked atmosphere, THE CASTAWAYS will whisk you far away to the island - and never let you go. Readers love getting swept away with Lucy Clarke's destination thrillers: 'Wow... Beautifully paced, tense and twisty' B A Paris 'A twisty, wonderful heartfelt story about sibling love, this is the author's best yet' Prima 'A beautifully written, emotional and intelligent thriller. Full of atmosphere and tension as well as brilliantly drawn characters that I cared about. I loved it!' Claire Douglas 'Wow wow wow! I've enjoyed The Castaways more than any book for years!' Netgalley reviewer 'The Castaways is a genuine page-turner - a taut, utterly compelling tale that will make you wonder just how far you'd be willing to go to find out the truth' T M Logan 'Fantastic thriller, full of twists and turns!' Netgalley reviewer 'I found this the perfect piece of escapism' Netgalley reviewer Lucy Clarke's book 'The Castaways' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 09-08-2021

A special edition hardback of the multi-million copy New York Times bestseller and viral TikTok sensation - now with sprayed edges and gorgeous exclusive endpapers! I want this woman, and I'm a man who always gets what he wants. Nico 'Junior' Trocci knows Lauren Marchetti is off limits. Men like him don't get to have women like her. It's why he pushed her away in high school and still keeps his distance. But Junior follows Lauren online, and now that the shy, bookish girl he remembers is gone, he can't stop obsessing over the strikingly beautiful woman who has taken her place. He's ruthless; a walking red flag. Good thing red is my favorite color. Lauren 'Lo' Marchetti knows Junior is dangerous. He broke her heart once and she won't let him do it again. But as their flirtatious encounters escalate, Lauren starts to remember why she fell for the brooding antihero all those years ago. As old obstacles resurface, Junior and Lauren are forced to face their true feelings for each other and decide just how far they're willing to go for a second chance at love. Caught Up is a fast-paced dark romance with a morally grey male lead. Some themes and scenes may be disturbing to readers. Please check the content warning at the beginning of the book. 18+ mature content. Not suitable for younger readers. Readers LOVE Caught Up! 'Deliciously hot, emotionally deep, and incredibly paced' 'Darker; sexier, and somehow even more addictive. I couldn't put it down' 'Had me hot under the collar. Stunning. 10/10. Perfection' 'Sexy; fun, full of tension and so much chemistry' 'Intense and unforgettable' Caught Up, No. 1 New York Times bestseller, June 2026.

A New York Times bestselling series! The highly anticipated fourth novel in the Woven Kingdom romantasy series, brimming with fiery romance, spectacular magic, and breathtaking secrets, from Tahereh Mafi, the award-winning and bestselling author of the Shatter Me series. Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Leigh Bardugo, and Sabaa Tahir. At long last, the wedding day has arrived. The Jinn queen and the enigmatic ruler of Tulan are to be married in a magical, enchanted ceremony—but Cyrus; tethered by a blood oath to his bride-to-be, can find nothing to celebrate in this union. He’s falling ever more deeply in love with the one person oathbound to kill him. Sworn to an ancient, unbreakable magic, Alizeh can only fulfill the prophecy to free her people by ensuring Cyrus dies by her own hand. And Cyrus is forced to await his end all while Prince Kamran inches closer, ready to take his place by Alizeh’s side. The countdown to murder coils tensions ever tighter, but the historic wedding has already drawn deadly attention. To prepare for war and protect her people, Alizeh must finally discover her magic—and outrun the enemies trying to stop her. Alizeh and Cyrus, along with Kamran and their friends from Ardunia, must flee on dragon-back to begin the perilous journey into the legendary mountains of Arya, where a firestorm of revelations, magical discoveries, and fresh allies awaits them. Every allegiance will be tested, every darkness uncovered, and when the shattering secrets of the Tulanian king are finally revealed . . . Nothing, and no one, will be the same. Desperate confessions, impossible decisions, unfathomable magical power—and a love so devastating it rewrites destinies—Every Spiral of Fate is the shimmering, breathtaking fourth volume in a saga that continues to transcend expectations.

GAME ON, the final book from the MULTI-MILLION BESTESELLING INTO DARKNESS series, is OUT NOW A GRIPPING PARANORMAL ROMANCE FROM THE NO.1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF LIGHTS OUT Anything can happen during a full moon . . . Layla Fitzpatrick lives a simple life . . . for a werewolf. And that's just how she likes it-the scent of woodsy air, the ability to run free whenever she wants. Everything changes one summer night when she attends a ritual bonding ceremony. She thought she was only there to support her friend, but midway through, the magic seizes her, and Layla's suddenly mated to the most arrogant shifter she's ever met. How in the world is she supposed to spend her life with him? Layla has no idea that man in the pristine business suit is hiding deep secrets. That Michael Kolbeck spends his nights prowling the streets of Boston, where shifters, witches, and vampires walk a delicate tightrope of uneasy peace. Layla wants to rebel against every aspect of her new life, but unless she and Michael can unlock the true powers of their mating bond, that thin veneer of peace among all supernatural beings is about to vanish. Readers LOVE The Lunatics! 'It's like Navessa Allen has been rooting around inside my head and plucked out every single item on my wish list' 'Couldn't put it down! . . . The story drew me in and I am here for it' 'OBSESSED' 'I loved it will all my heart' 'Truly bingeable . . . I absolutely could not put it down' 'Unexpected, sweet and brimming with mystery. I absolutely love the world she's created' 'The pacing, tension, sub plots and slow burn are magnificent' Lights Out, No. 1 New York Times bestseller, April 2025.

A love that burns brighter than starlight. A gift that could leave her world in ashes. It's time for Zarya to release the fire within. In the jewelled city of Dharati, Zarya found passion and adventure for the first time. A warrior prince named Rabin helped to free the power within her. Rabin is as deadly as he is beautiful, but he's also insufferable-arrogant, secretive and ruthless. Zarya wants nothing to do with him. An army of demons is gathering beyond the city's walls, and her mind is fixed on saving her friends and her home. But every discovery and every dream pulls her back to Rabin. Will opening her heart give Zarya the power to turn back the demons, or will it allow the darkness devour her? Dance of Stars and Ashes is the second book in an addictive series that builds from a slow burn to irresistible steamy romance. Packed with tension, action, and heart-stopping twists, it will keep fans of Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, and Rebecca Yarros reading late into the night. See why readers love Dance of Stars and Ashes: " DELIGHTFUL AND STEAMY PERFECTION!!!! ... The worldbuilding was rich and vivid, and I felt like I was there the entire time! And the plot OMG!!!! I devoured this book in one sitting , and I was squealing and gasping!... Dance of Stars and Ashes has the best combination of fantasy, romance, and character arc that I have ever seen. An absolutely phenomenal romantasy that will capture and ensnare you body and soul. 5 stars aren't enough... Highly addictive and very, very, very hot! " Freya's Musings ¿¿¿¿¿ "Spicy, lush and vibrant... Now amongst my top 5 series... The spice was DELICIOUS . The action of the battles was perfectly written. Good gawd I love this series ..." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "I don't even know where to start. I LOVED this book . I laughed, I cried, I screamed... So much angst, so much tension, so much HEAT ." @bookmarkedbykelsey ¿¿¿¿¿ "This is one of the best books I've read in a long while. It was so immersive and engaging! I was wonderfully invested in these characters... It's honestly not like anything I've ever read. I will not stop singing the praises of this book. It's quite literally magical ." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "AHHHH this book took me on an emotional rollercoaster ... My heart has been ripped apart ... This book had everything I could have hoped for ... The romance scenes were swoon-worthy, with heart stopping one liners... I loved this read and really flew through it. " Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ " I loved every page of Dance of Stars and Ashes... What I did not expect was the amount of spice we received in this book - amazing!... The ending was heartbreaking , but I still believe everything will be fixed - IT HAS TO! To sum this review up, all I have to say is - READ DANCE OF STARS AND ASHES! You won't regret any minute with this book." @klaudia__booktok ¿¿¿¿¿ " I *loved loved loved* this book and couldn't put it down! It was full of adventure, friendship, and more of the 'will they, won't they' romance that the first book had as well... An emotional roller coaster ..." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

The highly anticipated fourth novel in the Woven Kingdom romantasy series, brimming with fiery romance, spectacular magic, and breathtaking secrets, from Tahereh Mafi, the award-winning and bestselling author of the Shatter Me series. Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Lauren Roberts, and Sabaa Tahir. At long last, the wedding day has arrived. The Jinn queen and the enigmatic ruler of Tulan are to be married in a magical, enchanted ceremony-but Cyrus, tethered by a blood oath to his bride-to-be, can find nothing to celebrate in this union. He's falling ever more deeply in love with the one person oathbound to kill him. Sworn to an ancient, unbreakable magic, Alizeh can only fulfill the prophecy to free her people by ensuring Cyrus dies by her own hand. And Cyrus is forced to await his end all while Prince Kamran inches closer, ready to take his place by Alizeh's side. The countdown to murder coils tensions ever tighter, but the historic wedding has already drawn deadly attention. To prepare for war and protect her people, Alizeh must finally discover her magic-and outrun the enemies trying to stop her. Alizeh and Cyrus, along with Kamran and their friends from Ardunia, must flee on dragon-back to begin the perilous journey into the legendary mountains of Arya, where a firestorm of revelations, magical discoveries, and fresh allies awaits them. Every allegiance will be tested, every darkness uncovered, and when the shattering secrets of the Tulanian king are finally revealed... Nothing, and no one, will be the same. Desperate confessions, impossible decisions, unfathomable magical power-and a love so devastating it rewrites destinies-Every Spiral of Fate is the shimmering, breathtaking fourth volume in a saga that continues to transcend expectations.

'Simply the best detective writer since Agatha Christie' The Sunday Times Named by the CWAs as one of 'The Top 100 Crime Novels of All Time', The Killings at Badger's Drift is the first spectacular novel in the Midsomer Murders series by Caroline Graham, the novel that inspired the ITV hit drama, now featuring an exclusive foreword by John Nettles who played best-loved TV detective and star of Midsomer Murders, DCI Tom Barnaby. If you love Agatha Christie, M C Beaton and James Runcie's The Grantchester Mysteries, you won't be able to get enough of the Midsomer Murders mysteries. The village of Badger's Drift is the essence of tranquillity. But when resident and well-loved spinster Miss Simpson takes a stroll in the nearby woods, she stumbles across something she was never meant to see, and there's only one way to keep her quiet. Miss Simpson's death is not suspicious, say the villagers. But Miss Lucy Bellringer refuses to rest: her friend has been murdered. She is sure of it. She calls on Detective Chief Inspector Barnaby to investigate, and it isn't long until the previously unseen seamy side of Badger's Drift is brought to light. But as old rivalries, past loves and new scandals surface, the next murder is not far away. Praise for Caroline Graham's novels: 'One to savour' Val McDermid 'A mystery of which Agatha Christie would have been proud. . . A beautifully written crime novel' The Times 'Tension builds, bitchery flares, resentment seethes . . . lots of atmosphere' Mail on Sunday 'A witty, well-plotted, absolute joy of a book' Yorkshire Post 'Swift, tense and highly alarming' TLS 'Lots of excellent character sketches . . . and the dialogue is lively and convincing' Independent 'Read her and you'll be astonished . . . very sexy, very hip and very funny' Scotsman

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER and GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK A hardworking single mom returns to her seaside hometown and stumbles into a fake dating situationship with a wealthy, workaholic scion, from the New York Times bestselling author of Nora Goes Off Script. “A luminous story of love, duty, and the tension between the two, Dolly All the Time is less like a novel and more like a place I never wanted to leave. This might be my new favorite!” —Carley Fortune, #1 New York Times bestselling author If they start by pretending, can they end with something real? Dolly Brick has never met a problem she couldn’t solve. Not when her mom left when she was twelve, and not at thirty-nine when she moves with her son back to Whitfield, Rhode Island, for the summer to keep her dad and brother from losing the family home. So when she comes across Stewart Whitfield—annoyingly handsome scion of the Whitfield family—with a flat tire and at the wrong end of a very public, very humiliating breakup, it’s in her nature to help. But Stewart’s proposed arrangement ends up being more than either of them bargained for, because as public dinners and high-society benefits turn into sunset boat rides and kisses that hit her bloodstream like a ghost pepper, Dolly starts to feel something more than helpful. She’s never relied on anyone besides herself—can she really start now? “Everything I want in a love story! Dolly and Stewart’s chemistry is off the charts, and their summer romance grips you from the very first page and sparkles like the sun.” —Elle Kennedy, New York Times bestselling author of the Off Campus series

WINGS SO WICKEDA GOLDEN CITY NOVEL Fourth Wing meets The Serpent and the Wings of Night in this dark, alluring fantasy romance filled with tension, combat, magic, and rivals. Huntyr has fought for survival her entire life. Raised under Lord, the master of assassins in Midgrave, she has spent over twenty years learning to kill the blood-hungry, depraved vampyres that lurk in the darkness. Huntyr is the most lethal fae in the kingdom, which is why Lord chooses her to complete the next mission. Huntyr must survive Moira Seminary and make it into The Golden City-the mysterious elite society of the few remaining angels and the magic fae who live in luxury with no crime, no poverty, and certainly no vampyres. Only when she arrives at the academy, she's forced to room with Wolf-the terrifying fallen angel who happens to know her assassin identity. Determined to keep her head down in Moira, Huntyr tries her best to ignore Wolf. Over time, though, he not only becomes the only person she can lean on, but the one who might keep her alive through the life-threatening tests to get into The Golden City. A wolf and his huntress. An academy designed to break them. Huntyr will do anything to please the assassin master, but Wolf begins to test her in ways she never imagined. Is she strong enough to stick to the mission? Or will new truths-and alliances-put everything at risk? Wings So Wicked is a new adult fantasy romance with fae, vampyres, fallen angels, magical trials, fierce main characters, dark themes, forced proximity, 'who did this to you' moments, possessive males, rivals to lovers, elite societies, hidden identities, and so much more. Readers who love academy settings, main characters riddled with darkness, angst, and slow burn romances will devour this story!

Discover your core values and find your place in life, love, and work. We all want to be our most authentic selves in every space that we are in-in our relationships, our work, and our communities. But often we feel a disconnect, a tension between who we are and what the people around us expect from us. How do we find authenticity and fulfillment in every area of our lives? This is the question at the heart of The Compass Within. In this enlightening workplace parable, Jamie Hynes is a high achieving, early-career manager trying to reconcile his career ambitions with the ethically murky situations his new boss keeps putting him in. Jamie and his new fiancée are also busy making plans for their wedding, facing new decisions everyday about where they'll live and how they'll make a life together in a community where Jamie feels increasingly out of place. When a member of Jamie's Emerging Sales & Marketing Leaders forum shares how her life was transformed when she got clear on her values, Jamie takes notice-and soon finds himself meeting with Jack Reardon, the forward-thinking CEO of Compass Media. Jack mentors Jamie in a holistic process to discover his "core values" and align his life to them, prompting him to start making changes and ultimately find the job, partner, and community that will allow him to be his truest, most authentic self. The process that Jamie learns is a model for all of us to be more deeply connected to the values and principles we care about, gently guiding us in making the tough calls that are sometimes necessary in order to find happiness in every area of our lives. If you've been feeling stuck, The Compass Within is the comprehensive roadmap you need to greater clarity and courage in life, love, and work.

“Mercedes Ron knows how to ratchet up the tension and keep us turning the pages, as she expertly mingles thrills with high emotion and jaw-dropping twists.” —Lisa Unger, New York Times bestselling author The sequel to Drawn Together continues the dark, addictive adult romantic thriller saga where obsession deepens, danger escalates, and love becomes even more perilous. He was the only one I trusted...and the last person I should have. Marfil Cortés thought she had already survived the worst thing that could happen to her. After the kidnapping that shattered her life in New York, Marfil wakes to a new kind of danger in Miami: Marcus Kozel, one of the most powerful figures in the city. Inside his beautiful Miami estate, the sea is close enough to sound like freedom and too far to reach. Marcus gives her luxury, protection, and the undivided attention of a man who believes every gift should be repaid. To anyone else, it might look like safety. To Marfil, every locked door and watchful eye is proof that being desired by Marcus is only another kind of captivity. She is something he intends to keep—or destroy before he lets anyone take her from him. The only person who might stand in his way is Sebastian Moore, her former bodyguard and first real love. Sebastian was supposed to be the one who would never let that happen until he became part of the reason she ended up here. Now Marfil is trapped between Marcus's obsession and the one person she cannot forgive herself for still wanting. As secrets about her father, her mother, Sebastian, and Marcus's empire begin to surface, Marfil realizes escape may no longer be enough. Everyone around her has lied, bargained, and decided her fate for too long. This time, Marfil wants answers. And she's done being the one who pays the price.

'Warm, joyful and full of heart. The perfect feel-good Christmas rom com with characters I didn't want to leave behind' LAURA KAY ' I was reading this on the grass in a literal summer heatwave, and it still managed to get me in the festive mood' LILY LONDON 'The perfect blend of charming, cosy, festive joy and steamy romance! Full of warmth, laugh-out-loud humour, compassion and the very best of Christmassy tropes, this is a total smash-hit that will have you swooning under the mistletoe this Christmas!' BETH REEKLES Ready for a long Christmas break away from his little bakery, Christopher has closed up shop and found someone to stay in his flat over the festive period. Everything is under control. That is, until the mysterious person renting his home turns out to be... Nash Nadeau, an actor. The star of all Christopher's favourite Christmas movies. The guy he's been crushing on for the whole past year. And, it turns out, a typically rude celebrity. When a huge snowstorm hits, Christopher and Nash find themselves snowed in together for Christmas. But while it's still cold outside, the frosty tension between Christopher and Nash finally starts to thaw. And maybe even heat up into something more... Your favourite authors love Lizzie Huxley-Jones's cosy festive romances... 'A thoroughly modern love story filled with joy, inappropriate Christmas jumpers and a daring reindeer rescue. I adored it' TANYA BYRNE 'The perfect cosy Christmas read - sexy, sweet and smart' KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVE 'Cosy, Christmassy and wonderfully queer' KATE DAVIES 'An adorable Christmas novel' KAT DUNN 'Easily one of the best rom-coms I've ever read. Funny, sweet and emotionally satisfying' CHLOE TIMMS 'This is the joyous queer Christmas romcom you've been wishing for' LILY LINDON

A New York Times bestselling series! The highly anticipated fourth novel in the Woven Kingdom romantasy series, brimming with fiery romance, spectacular magic, and breathtaking secrets, from Tahereh Mafi, the award-winning and bestselling author of the Shatter Me series. Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Leigh Bardugo, and Sabaa Tahir. At long last, the wedding day has arrived. The Jinn queen and the enigmatic ruler of Tulan are to be married in a magical, enchanted ceremony-but Cyrus, tethered by a blood oath to his bride-to-be, can find nothing to celebrate in this union. He's falling ever more deeply in love with the one person oathbound to kill him. Sworn to an ancient, unbreakable magic, Alizeh can only fulfill the prophecy to free her people by ensuring Cyrus dies by her own hand. And Cyrus is forced to await his end all while Prince Kamran inches closer, ready to take his place by Alizeh's side. The countdown to murder coils tensions ever tighter, but the historic wedding has already drawn deadly attention. To prepare for war and protect her people, Alizeh must finally discover her magic-and outrun the enemies trying to stop her. Alizeh and Cyrus, along with Kamran and their friends from Ardunia, must flee on dragon-back to begin the perilous journey into the legendary mountains of Arya, where a firestorm of revelations, magical discoveries, and fresh allies awaits them. Every allegiance will be tested, every darkness uncovered, and when the shattering secrets of the Tulanian king are finally revealed . . . Nothing, and no one, will be the same. Desperate confessions, impossible decisions, unfathomable magical power-and a love so devastating it rewrites destinies-Every Spiral of Fate is the shimmering, breathtaking fourth volume in a saga that continues to transcend expectations.

Now in print with exclusive bonus content, Kristen Callihan's fan-favorite GAME ON series continues with a high-heat football romance featuring a virgin NFL hero, a forbidden attraction, and the kind of slow-burning tension readers can't put down. Perfect for fans of Elle Kennedy and emotionally addictive sports romance. "The Game Plan has pulse-pounding sex and stomach-twisting emotion. I fell in love with the hero by chapter one, straight into all-out lust by chapter two." -Tessa Bailey, #1 New York Times bestselling author A beard-related dare and one hot-as-hell kiss changes everything. NFL center Ethan Dexter's focus has always been on playing football and little else. Except when it comes to one particular woman. The lovely Fiona Mackenzie might not care about his fame, but she's also never looked at him as anything more than one of her brother-in-law's best friends. That ends now. Fi doesn't know what to make of Dex. The bearded, tattooed mountain of man-muscle looks more like a biker than a football player. Rumor has it he's a virgin, but she finds that hard to believe. Because from the moment he decides to turn his quiet intensity on her, she's left weak at the knees and aching to see his famous control fully unleashed. Fi ought to guard her heart and walk away; they live vastly different lives in separate cities. And Dex is looking for a forever girl. But Dex has upped his game and is using all his considerable charm to convince Fi he's her forever man. "The Game Plan should come with a reader advisory: Beware, your ovaries will explode at about the 2% mark, and you will not stop sighing Dex's name." -Sarina Bowen, New York Times bestselling author Perfect for readers who love: Football romance (NFL) Virgin hero He falls first (and waited years) Forbidden / off-limits attraction Gentle giant energy High-heat sports romance Looking for more spicy sports romance? The GAME ON series has four books of football heroes, high heat, and swoon-worthy love stories: The Hook Up, The Friend Zone, The Game Plan, and The Hot Shot. And don't miss Kristen Callihan's newest football romance, Only on Gameday.

***Pre-order ALL ABOUT YOU, the swoonworthy new Chloe Ford boyband book, now!*** 'Glad You Came is sweet and totally spectacular... It's vibrant, funny, and whisks you away for a perfect summer escapist romance!' - Beth Reekles, bestselling author of The Kissing Booth She's a runaway bride. He's a runaway popstar. After calling off her wedding at the very last minute, Sara does what any self-respecting woman would do: she goes on her honeymoon alone. But the fifteen-day luxury cruise around the Mediterranean implodes almost immediately when Sara misses the ship at its second stop. Stranded, sunburnt, and spectacularly unprepared, she's bracing for disaster... until she realises she's not alone. Gus - member of the world-famous pop sensation Just4Summer - has also been left behind. Desperate to avoid the headlines and savour one rare taste of anonymity, he teams up with Sara to chase the cruise across the Adriatic. Cue dodgy buses, missed connections, the storm of the century, and far too much proximity. As they stumble from city to city, the chemistry between them becomes impossible to ignore. But when real life comes calling, Sara must decide: is this just a summer romance... or the love story she never saw coming? *** Praise for Chloe Ford: 'An addictive, hilarious , rom-com adventure that I couldn't put down' - Donna Marchetti, author of Hate Mail ' I absolutely devoured it '. - Annabel Monaghan, USA Today bestselling author of Summer Romance 'Bursting with sparkling wit and crackling tension .' Catherine Walsh, bestselling author of Snowed In 'From the laugh-out-loud moments to that classic rom-com movie feel , I loved every bit of this book.' - Carlie Walker, author of The Takedown 'This rom-com is a must-read! ' - Lauren Ford, author of Liv Is Not A Loser ' I fell for this novel from the first page . Definitely treat yourself to this one, you won't regret it!' - Emma Rae, author of Love Game 'I cannot recommend it enough. Fun and thoughtful .' - Catherine Balavage, author of Ember 'Had me swooning, blushing, and laughing all at once ... with undeniable banter, crackling chemistry, and hilarious but unfortunate mishaps.' - Anika Hussain, author of This is How You Fall in Love

THE PERFECT NEW ROMCOM! A one-night stand between two old childhood friends turns into something more, but when a scandal threatens to tear them apart, they must decide how hard to fight for love - a steamy romance debut perfect for fans of Tessa Bailey, Helen Hoang and Rosie Danan. Exhausted and on deadline with a story that could make or break her career, investigative journalist Georgia Ross is on the verge of a meltdown when a cancelled flight leaves her stuck overnight in a city with no hotel rooms to be had. But when a familiar face appears - the older brother of her childhood friend - and offers help, Gigi finally seems to have caught a break. Alec Kim is handsome, humble, and kind - exactly the sort of man that Gigi has forgotten existed after her own painful heartbreaks. An evening of reconnection followed by a night of no-strings-attached passion with Alec feels like a gift - that is, until Gigi finally realizes that their childhood connection isn't the only reason he seems so familiar to her. He also happens to be an international TV star. But as their feelings for each other grow deeper, Gigi and Alec must navigate a new reality... one where both of their hard-won careers are put directly in the path of an international scandal. Praise for Ivy Owens: 'This book is pure magic!' Helen Hoang , New York Times bestselling author of The Heart Principle 'The most steamy, scorching, smart, sweet, exhilarating, passionate, swoony book I could ever imagine' Ali Hazelwood , New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis 'Scandalized is the definition of spicy - bursting with tension and teasing, banter and blistering chemistry. A perfect romantic fantasy made even better by characters who are vividly, stunningly real' Rosie Danan , bestselling author of The Roommate 'Blistering hot chemistry and an edge of suspense that demands a one-sitting read!' Tessa Bailey , New York Times bestselling author of It Happened One Summer 'A perfect blend of passion, emotion, and fun' Kate Clayborn , bestselling author of Love Lettering 'A frothy, seductive escape with two characters who are impossible not to love. Gigi and Alec's chemistry positively burns up these pages' Rachel Lynn Solomon , author of The Ex Talk 'Scandalized finds what so many books reach for - a romance that's achingly raw, breathlessly passionate, and authentically warm, capturing the thrill of falling into bed with your dream guy, only to discover a deep, effortless love. This is a book I will come back to time and time again. It is impossible to overpraise Scandalized' Erin , co-host of the Heaving Bosoms Podcast 'Georgia and Alec's urgent, white-hot chemistry will leave you breathless. Their tumble into love feels effortless, natural, and painstakingly rare. Scandalized is a perfect book' Sara Whitney , author of Tempting Taste 'Scandalized is a delicious, unputdownable romance. Sizzling chemistry, with a tremendous amount of heart' Susan Lee , author of Seoulmates 'I wish I could express how much unfiltered joy and pure 100-proof escape I've gotten from this book . . . it's nothing short of magical' Sonali Dev , author of The Wedding Setup

Experience the blistering chemistry of the DC Stars with the velvety baritone of Adam Gold (The Dragon's Gift Trilogy) and the immersive sensuality of Laura Horowitz (Flames and Thorns, Wicked Games) in this spicy audiobook duet.The viral hockey romance sensation from international bestseller, Chelsea Curto.I never really felt like I had a home. But with Emmy next to me, I think home is wherever she is . . .Emmy Hartwell has waited for a spot on an NHL roster since she became a professional hockey player, and this season, she'll finally get a chance to showcase her talents with the struggling DC Stars.Maverick Miller is the best player in the league, but he's never had a winning record. Team captain and desperate to turn things around, he agrees to play nice with the fiery new left-winger even though they're total opposites.After a night of explosive tension that ends in bed, Emmy and Maverick swear it'll be a one-time thing – just enough to clear the air so they can focus on their game. It's meaningless, she insists, because she doesn't date hockey players, and he's a notorious playboy who doesn't date at all. But 'just once' quickly becomes again and again, and while they promise their friends-with-benefits setup will end with the season, their chemistry off the ice proves impossible to ignore . . .Face Off is a spicy dislike-to-lovers hockey romance with professional athletes, friends with benefits, he falls first and a guaranteed happily ever after from bestselling author, Chelsea Curto.The DC Stars series will become your new obsession . . .'Utter perfection. Another must-read by Chelsea Curto''I feel speechless. This is everything I wanted in this book and more. 6* tier read!!!''Face Off really combined all the things I love: strong women, obsessed men, banter, heartfelt spice''HE wears HER jersey. Do you need any more convincing on this one?''This book is everything. If you're looking for a spicy ice hockey romance where she's an athlete too, this is for you'- Hockey Romance- Forced Proximity- Dislike-to-lovers- Feisty FMC- He Falls First- Friends with Benefits

The viral hockey romance sensation from Sunday Times bestselling author Chelsea Curto. Comes with an exclusive bonus chapter! I never really felt like I had a home. But with Emmy next to me, I think home is wherever she is . . . Emmy Hartwell has waited for a spot on an NHL roster since she became a professional hockey player, and this season, she'll finally get a chance to showcase her talents with the struggling DC Stars. Maverick Miller is the best player in the league, but he's never had a winning record. Team captain and desperate to turn things around, he agrees to play nice with the fiery new left-winger even though they're total opposites. After a night of explosive tension that ends in bed, Emmy and Maverick swear it'll be a one-time thing - just enough to clear the air so they can focus on their game. It's meaningless, she insists, because she doesn't date hockey players, and he's a notorious playboy who doesn't date at all. But 'just once' quickly becomes again and again, and while they promise their friends-with-benefits setup will end with the season, their chemistry off the ice proves impossible to ignore . . . Face Off is a spicy dislike-to-lovers hockey romance with professional athletes, friends with benefits, he falls first and a guaranteed happily ever after from bestselling author, Chelsea Curto. THE DC STARS WILL BECOME YOUR NEW OBSESSION . . . ' Utter perfection . Another must-read by Chelsea Curto' 'I will recommend until im blue in the face' 'I feel speechless. This is everything I wanted in this book and more . 6* tier read!!!' 'I LOVE THIS BOOK SO SO MUCH. I WOULD GIVE IT 10 STARTS IF I COULD ' 'Face Off really combined all the things I love: strong women, obsessed men, banter, heartfelt spice ' 'HE wears HER jersey. Do you need any more convincing on this one?' ' This book is everything . If you're looking for a spicy ice hockey romance where she's an athlete too, this is for you' Chelsea Curto's books Slap Shot and Hat Trick were both Sunday Times bestsellers (w/c 21-09-2026 and 26-10-2026).

Escape to 1960s California with the gripping and glamorous new crime mystery that sees an unlikely trio team up to solve a string of murders - the perfect page-turning holiday read for fans of Big Little Lies and The List of Suspicious Things. A GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK A MARIE CLAIRE MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF 2026 'As if Taylor Jenkins-Reid wrote a crime novel' Emilia Hart, bestselling author of Sirens 'Lessons in Chemistry with Californian serial killers. Wickedly clever - I loved it!' Ellery Lloyd, bestselling author of Reece Witherspoon Book Club pick, The Club You've heard of the men who kill, but what about the women who loved them? It's a baking hot summer in 1960s California and three women have formed an unlikely friendship. They may look like they lead idyllic lives but behind the false smiles and glittering pools lies the truth: their husbands are some of the country's most notorious serial killers. Amidst neighbourhood gossip and pointed fingers, Beverley, Elsie and Margot are fighting to forge new paths for themselves. But when a string of local killings hits the news, the women - underestimated and overlooked - are hurled into an investigation of their own. After all, who better to catch a killer than those who have shared their lives with one? Readers LOVE The Secret Lives of Murderers' Wives: 'A highly intelligent, feminist whodunnit ' Jennie Godfrey, bestselling author of The List of Suspicious Things 'Mad Men meets Zodiac: a sultry period thriller with a big, hopeful heart' Abigail Dean, bestselling author of Girl A 'Gripping, unsettling, and totally binge-worthy . If you love true crime with a psychological twist, this one is a must-read' _ _ _ _ _ ' Keeps you hooked from the very first page to the last, with twists and tension that never let up' _ _ _ _ _ 'A stylish and engrossing thriller , this terrific murder mystery hits all the right notes' _ _ _ _ _ 'Felt like the love child of Taylor Jenkins Reid and Richard Osman.... Brilliantly plotted, full of surprises and driven by complex female characters, this was such an enjoyable read' _ _ _ _ _ 'Moving, enraging, and deeply empowering ' _ _ _ _ _ 'So addictive I couldn't put it down' _ _ _ _ _

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER She thrives in chaos. He prefers routine. The only thing they have in common? How much they hate each other. From the bestselling author of Done and Dusted and Swift and Saddled, the highly anticipated next book in the Rebel Blue Ranch series, a small-town romance in which enemies turn to lovers when they're forced to work together during one hot summer "Another deliciously addictive romance . . . as sizzling as it is emotional and vulnerable."-Elena Armas, New York Times bestselling author of The Spanish Love Deception AN ELLE BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR Teddy Andersen doesn't have a plan. She's never needed one before. She's always been more of a go-with-the-flow type of girl, but for some reason, the flow doesn't seem to be going her way this time. Her favorite vintage suede jacket has a hole in it, her sewing machine is broken, and her best friend just got engaged. Suddenly, everything feels like it's starting to change. Teddy is used to being a leader, but now she feels like she's getting left behind, wondering if life in the small town she loves is enough for her anymore. Gus Ryder has a lot on his plate. He doesn't know what's harder: taking care of his family's 8,000 acre ranch, or parenting his spunky six-year-old daughter, who is staying with him for the summer. Gus has always been the dependable one, but when his workload starts to overwhelm him, he has to admit that he can't manage everything on his own. He needs help. His little sister's best friend, the woman he can't stand, is not who he had in mind. But when no one else can step in, Teddy's the only option he's got. Teddy decides to use the summer to try and figure out what she wants out of life. Gus, on the other hand, starts to worry that he'll never find what he needs. Tempers flare, tension builds, and for the first time ever, Gus and Teddy start to see each other in a different light. As new feelings start to simmer below the surface, they must decide whether they should act on them. Can they keep things cool? Or will both of them get burned?

READ THE SPELLBINDING ROMANTASY SEQUEL TO THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER, THE HOUSE OF MARIONNE Perfect for fans of Stephanie Garber, Chloe Gong, and Leigh Bardugo ---- Unleash the darkness. Embrace your fate. Quell Marionne's Rite of Induction to House Marionne sent shockwaves through the magical world, unearthing secrets and her own deadly power. With nowhere to go, she is on the run for her life and finds refuge with the mysterious Beaulah Perl, who promises sanctuary. For a price. Jordan, an assassin, has been, charged with locating the elusive Sphere, the source of all magic. But when his brotherhood reveals its sordid intentions and he uncovers the deadly ambitions of Beulah, he must make a choice - partner with Quell. Or kill her. Tropes/themes: - Social elites - Forbidden love - Dark magic - Enemies-to-lovers ---- READERS ARE LOVING SHADOW OF PERL 'I could cut the TENSION with a knife' 5***** Reader Review 'They all do some super shady to downright deplorable things to get what they want. Quell is bloodthirsty and out for revenge after a revelation and I was HERE FOR IT' 5***** Reader Review 'I was on the edge of my sea t, craving for the truth to come out' 5***** Reader Review 'This was a phenomenal seque l and lays plenty of groundwork for the third book in this trilogy, and I cannot wait to find out what happens next' 5***** Reader Review 'This book left me breathless, and the last page has such a huge cliff-hanger that when I got to it and turned the page, I audibly went "Huh?!" when I realized that was truly the end' 5***** Reader Review PRAISE FOR THE HOUSE OF MARIONNE SERIES 'The forbidden love story of my wildest dreams!' Ali Hazelwood 'Perfect escape for fans of fantasies that straddle the edge of our world and transport readers to dazzling, deceptive, and unexpected places' Stephanie Garber 'House of Marionne gripped me from the first page, and never let go' Alex Aster 'An elaborate, enthralling world of magic and monsters and mayhem' Sabaa Tahir 'Perfect for fans of magical boarding schools, dark secrets, and books with glittering atmosphere' Kerri Maniscalco

Queer love story meets true crime thriller in the dream factory of 1970s cinema, from the award-winning, bestselling author. Perfect for readers of André Aciman's Call Me By Your Name and Patricia Highsmith's The Talented Mr Ripley. SHORTLISTED FOR BLACKWELL'S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2025 A NEW YORK MAGAZINE TOP TEN BOOK OF THE YEAR 2025 RUNNER-UP FOR THE TADEUSZ BRADECKI PRIZE 2026 'Sublime' The New York Times 'Brilliant' Olly Alexander 'It is dangerous to want someone this much. He has always known it, from the very first night.' It is September 1974. Two men meet by chance in Venice. One is a young English artist, in panicked flight from London. The other is Danilo Donati, the magician of Italian cinema, the designer responsible for realising the spectacular visions of Fellini and Pasolini. Donati is in Venice to produce sketches for Fellini's Casanova. A young - and beautiful - apprentice is just what he needs. He sweeps Nicholas to Rome, into the looking-glass world of Cinecittà, the studio where Casanova's Venice will be ingeniously assembled. Then in the spring, the lovers move together to the set of Salò, Pasolini's horrifying fable of fascism. But Nicholas has a secret and in this world of constant illusion, his real nature passes unseen. Amidst the rising tensions of Italy's 'Years of Lead', he acts as an accelerant, setting in motion a tragedy he didn't intend. Stylish and seductive, The Silver Book is an absorbing fictional account of real things, and an investigation into the difficult relationship between artifice and truth, illusion and reality, love and power. Praise for The Silver Book: 'Seamlessly inserts a fictional narrative into a real historical world . . . a gripping novel that is, in many ways, a technical tour de force ' Times Literary Supplement ' A great chronicler of male genius, sexuality, loneliness and madness' Observer 'Unabashedly queer and unapologetically erotic' Art in America 'My favourite novel of last year' M. John Harrison 'You do not need to be an expert on postwar Italian cinema or politics (or to know the true crime story unfolding here) to savour this novel . Laing describes the filming in dazzling clarity. 1970s Rome swaggers from the page ' The Times ' Laing's vibrant depiction of both real and imagined events is a prescient exploration of the meaning of art in dangerous places ' Washington Post

The second novel in the legendary and magical bestselling fantasy series from the Hugo and Nebula Award winning author, featuring dragons, adventure, romance, and heroism, perfect for fans of Rebecca Yarros' Fourth Wing, Cassandra Clare and Brandon Sanderson. 'Anne McCaffrey is one of the titans of this genre, and one of my favorite authors of all time .' Brandon Sanderson, New York Times bestselling author of the Mistborn series. 'Pern was one of the first fantasy worlds I fell into, and I am forever grateful .' Leigh Bardugo, Sunday Times bestselling author of the Six of Crows series and The Familiar 'Anne McCaffrey's Pern books forever changed how readers looked at dragons ... books that shaped a generation and more of fantasy writers .' Cassandra Clare , No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Lessa and her golden queen dragon have given their world a fighting chance against the deadly Thread, but that doesn't mean they are out of danger. The Oldtimers, the dragons and their riders brought forward in time to combat the Thread, are having a difficult time adjusting to their more modern world, and tensions are rising. Worse, Threadfall is becoming more unpredictable, making it harder to combat. Inspired by Lessa's example, brown dragonrider F'nor hatches a bold plan to cut through these growing tensions by destroying the Thread at its source: the mysterious Red Star. But his quest to go where no man?or dragon?has gone before will risk not only his life, but the heart of a woman who has already lost far more than she can bear. Don't miss the original trilogy from Anne McCaffrey's beloved Dragonriders of Pern series: DRAGONFLIGHT ¿ DRAGONQUEST ¿ THE WHITE DRAGON Praise for the Dragonriders of Pern Series: 'Anne McCaffrey's Pern novels are truly foundational books; it's hard to imagine the modern-day landscape of fantasy and science fiction without them' Naomi Novik, author of the Temeraire series 'Pern is where dragon riding was conceived, and fifty years later, Anne McCaffrey's epic tale remains a masterpiece of adventure, intrigue, and romance' - Danielle L. Jensen, Sunday Times bestselling author of A Fate Inked in Blood 'No series has ever captured my imagination so completely as Pern did.' Susan Dennard , New York Times bestselling author of the Witchlands Series 'A gripping tale that will have you wanting MORE! ' ***** Reader Review 'A classic and a must read for anyone who loves dragons and dragon-riding.' ***** Reader Review 'What a magical place. The author brings not only the characters but the whole world to life. Wonderful. Love it. ' ***** Reader review ' Anne McCaffrey, one of the queens of science fiction , knows exactly how to give her public what it wants' - The Times "Read Dragonflight and you're confronted with McCaffrey the storyteller in her prime ..." - SFX

Discover the story of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility with this exquisite edition from Union Square & Co.'s Signature Gilded Editions series! This stunning special edition features: Sprayed edges Color end pages A built-in ribbon bookmark An embossed foil cover Marianne Dashwood can't understand her sister. How could the attractive, witty, and charming Elinor fall for the quiet, self-effacing, and rather dull Edward Ferrars? And, if the two are in love, why don't they shout it to the world? Meanwhile, Elinor worries that Marianne's heart-first approach to life will hurt her, especially when it comes to the dashing John Willoughby. The two sisters spar good-naturedly over the merits of full-blown emotionalism versus reticence and self-discipline in matters of the heart. Fond as they are of each other, each is certain that hers is the only true path to love. Meanwhile, both Edward and Willoughby harbor secrets that will force these women to doubt their philosophies, their judgment, and their chances for happiness. Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility was first published in 1811. The novel explores themes of passion, propriety, and social conventions through the experiences of the Dashwood sisters. Austen's first published novel, it established her as a respected author and has become a literary classic for its wit, insight, and social commentary. Though initially overlooked by critics, the novel provokes thought on gender roles, marriage, and finding balance between reason and emotion. Two centuries later, Sense and Sensibility continues to resonate through its timeless examination of social mores and the conflict between duty and desire. Its relevance today lies in what it reveals about human nature, the complexity of relationships, and the tensions between individual fulfillment and social obligations. The beautiful design and attention to detail set this special edition apart, whether you're reading for the first time or building a library of your favorite classic literature books.

A fresh and faithful translation of Vergil s Aeneid restores the epic s spare language and fast pace and sheds new light on one of the cornerstone narratives of Western culture. Vivid and haunting . . . a model of how to render Latin poetry in English. Tom Holland, New Statesman For two thousand years, the epic tale of Aeneas s dramatic flight from Troy, his doomed love affair with Dido, his descent into the underworld, and the bloody story behind the establishment of Rome has electrified audiences around the world. In Vergil s telling, Aeneas s heroic journey not only gave Romans and Italians a thrilling origin story, it established many of the fundamental themes of Western life and literature the role of duty and self-sacrifice, the place of love and passion in human life, the relationship between art and violence, the tension between immigrant and indigenous people, and the way new foundations are so often built upon the wreckage of those who came before. Throughout the course of Western history, the Aeneid has affirmed our best and worst intentions and forced us to confront our deepest contradictions. Shadi Bartsch, Guggenheim Laureate, award-winning translator, and chaired professor at the University of Chicago, confronts the contradictions inherent in the text itself, illuminating the epic s subversive approach to storytelling. Even as Vergil writes the foundation myth for Rome, he seems to comment on this tendency to mythologize our heroes and societies, and to gesture to the stories that get lost in the mythmaking. Bartsch s groundbreaking translation, brilliantly maintaining the brisk pace of Vergil s Latin even as it offers readers a metrical line-by-line translation, provides a literary and historical context to make the Aeneid resonant for a new generation of readers.

I can never forget the sense of pure astonishment I felt when I first read Mieko Kawakami'– Haruki Murakami'The most exciting Japanese novelist at work today'– The TimesA heart-stopping story of teenage girls on the brink in 1990s Tokyo from the International Booker Prize-Shortlisted author of Heaven and Breasts and Eggs.Hana has nothing but she's hopeful. She's fifteen years old. She lives in a tiny apartment in a suburb of Tokyo with her young mother, a hostess at a local dive bar. They have no money, no security. Then Kimiko appears.Kimiko is older, a bright light in Hana's dark world. Together they set up Lemon, a bar that, despite its shabby setting and seedy clientele, becomes a haven for Hana. Suddenly Hana has a job she loves, friends to share her days with, and the glittering promise of money. She feels like a normal girl. She feels invincible.But in the narrow alleys of Sangenjaya, nothing is as it seems. Soon all of Hana's hope, her optimism, and her drive, will be tested to the limit . . .A story of enduring friendship and deep betrayal, Sisters in Yellow is a masterpiece of teenage dreams and adult cruelties that confirms Mieko Kawakami as one of the great writers of her generation.'Relentlessly riveting . . . My heart felt very tender reading this'– Frances Cha, author of If I Had Your FaceReaders love Sisters in Yellow:'My new favourite book of ALL TIME. The ending absolutely destroyed me.''A powerful, emotionally charged exploration of friendship, survival and the quiet brutality of inequality''Mieko Kawakami doesn't need a high-speed chase to create tension; she lets a heavy, unsettling mood seep into the floorboards''Confirms Kawakami's place as one of the most vital voices in contemporary literature''The character building is second to none . . . Mieko Kawakami is a generational talent''This is Kawakami at her best. Not for a second does the pace let up.

'Lana has mastered the art of the spicy romcom' ALI HAZELWOOD An instant USA Today bestseller and the perfect steamy contemporary romance from bestselling author Lana Ferguson When two rival divorce lawyers can't stay out of each other's beds it turns out t he gavel isn't the only thing that's banging . . . As one of the top divorce lawyers in Chicago, Danica Pierce has no problem being married to her job, not when love only ends in hurt. When the biggest case of her career gives her a shot at making partner, it seems like nothing could possibly stand in her way . . . except for her infuriating secret: she's sleeping with the enemy. Ezra Hart is known for charming his way in and out of a courtroom. In the matter of winning Danica's heart, however, he's been far less successful. With her verdict to keep things purely physical with no chance of appeal, Ezra struggles to show Danica he's more than the insufferable playboy she's pegged him to be. While Dani and Ezra battle it out in the courtroom, the real trial is the one happening between them. When Dani realizes that everything she knows of Ezra might be hearsay she must choose between her fear of trusting again and the feelings blossoming between her and the man she thought was her worst enemy. ¿ Why readers love Lana Ferguson ¿ ' It is no secret that I have and will always devour anything Lana Ferguson writes ' ELENA ARMAS ' Like if Ali Hazelwood and Tessa Bailey had a smutty baby. I devoured every page ' RUBY DIXON ' Smart, fun, sexy, and sizzling with romantic tension ' SARA DESAI ' Unique, atmospheric, playful and so hot . . . her books are everything ' TARAH DEWITT ¿ Tropes ¿ ¿¿¿¿ enemies with benefits ¿¿ rival lawyers ¿¿ grumpy/sunshine ¿¿¿¿ he falls first ¿¿¿¿ bathroom sexcapades ¿¿¿¿ "this is the last time"

*** GAME ON, the final book from the MULTI-MILLION BESTESELLING INTO DARKNESS series is OUT NOW *** THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the author of TikTok's favourite dark and steamy romance, Lights Out, comes Navessa Allen's second book in the New York Times bestselling Into Darkness trilogy I want this woman, and I'm a man who always gets what he wants. Nico 'Junior' Trocci knows Lauren Marchetti is off limits. Men like him don't get to have women like her. It's why he pushed her away in high school and still keeps his distance. But Junior follows Lauren online, and now that the shy, bookish girl he remembers is gone, he can't stop obsessing over the strikingly beautiful woman who has taken her place. He's ruthless; a walking red flag. Good thing red is my favorite color. Lauren 'Lo' Marchetti knows Junior is dangerous. He broke her heart once and she won't let him do it again. But as their flirtatious encounters escalate, Lauren starts to remember why she fell for the brooding antihero all those years ago. As old obstacles resurface, Junior and Lauren are forced to face their true feelings for each other and decide just how far they're willing to go for a second chance at love. Caught Up is a fast-paced dark romance with a morally grey male lead. Some themes and scenes may be disturbing to readers. Please check the content warning at the beginning of the book. 18+ mature content. Not suitable for younger readers. Readers LOVE Caught Up! ''Deliciously hot, emotionally deep, and incredibly paced' 'Darker, sexier, and somehow even more addictive. I couldn't put it down' 'Had me hot under the collar. Stunning. 10/10. Perfection' 'Sexy; fun, full of tension and so much chemistry' 'Intense and unforgettable' Caught Up, No. 1 New York Times bestseller, June 2026.