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Heart of Obsidian by Nalini Singh
Step into New York Times bestseller Nalini Singh’s explosive and shockingly passionate Psy-Changeling world… A dangerous, volatile rebel, hands stained bloodred. A woman whose very existence has been erased. A love story so dark, it may shatter the world itself. A deadly price that must be paid. The day of reckoning is here... -
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One Fell Sweep by Ilona Andrews
Dina DeMille may run the nicest Bed and Breakfast in Red Deer, Texas, but she caters to a very particular kind of guest… the kind that no one on Earth is supposed to know about... -
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![Blood Heir (Kate Daniels World) by Ilona Andrews]()
Blood Heir (Kate Daniels World) by Ilona Andrews
An all-new novel set in the Kate Daniels World and featuring Julie Lennart-Olsen, Kate and Curran's ward. Atlanta was always a dangerous city. Now, as waves of magic and technology compete for supremacy, it’s a place caught in a slow apocalypse, where monsters spawn among the crumbling skyscrapers and supernatural factions struggle for power and survival... -
![Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh]()
Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh
When a brilliant changeling researcher is kidnapped, DarkRiver sentinel Mercy, a cat, and SnowDancer lieutenant Riley, a wolf, must work together to track the young man-before his shadowy captors decide he's no longer useful... -
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![Kiss of Snow by Nalini Singh]()
Kiss of Snow by Nalini Singh
Since the moment of her defection from the PsyNet and into the SnowDancer wolf pack, Sienna Lauren has had one weakness. Hawke. Alpha and dangerous, he compels her to madness. Hawke is used to walking alone, having lost the woman who would’ve been his mate long ago. But Sienna fascinates the primal heart of him, even as he tells himself she is far too young to handle the wild fury of the wolf... -
![Born of Fury by Sherrilyn Kenyon]()
Born of Fury by Sherrilyn Kenyon
The war is on... Counted among the fiercest Andarion warriors ever born, Hauk is one of the five founding members of the Sentella- an organization that has declared war on the League that rules the Ichidian universe with an iron fist and terrifies it with an army of well-trained assassins. Hauk's enemies are legion, but he fears nothing and no one... -
![Archangel's Consort by Nalini Singh]()
Archangel's Consort by Nalini Singh
Nalini Singh steps back into the shadows of her heartbreakingly original world where angels rule, vampires serve, and the innocent can pay the greatest price of all ...Vampire hunter Elena Deveraux and her lover, the lethally beautiful archangel Raphael, have returned home to New York only to face an uncompromising new evil .. -
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Alpha Night by Nalini Singh
New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh returns to her breathtaking Psy-Changeling Trinity series with a mating that shouldn’t exist… Alpha wolf Selenka Durev’s devotion to her pack is equaled only by her anger at anyone who would harm those under her care... -
![Trials of Conviction by T.A. White, Natasha Soudek]()
Trials of Conviction by T.A. White, Natasha Soudek
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 31 ratingsListening Length 18 hours and 5 minutesHer niece—taken. Her best friend—gone.There’s only one mission that matters now—rescuing her loved ones from enemy hands.Forced to embark on a dangerous journey, Kira will need every one of her allies as she prepares for the greatest battle of her life. With her mind and body failing, it’s a race against time to locate the homeworld of the Tsavitee...Categorized as:
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Encore in Death by J.D. Robb
It was a glittering event full of A-listers, hosted by Eliza Lane and Brant Fitzhugh, a celebrity couple who’d conquered both Hollywood and Broadway. And now Eve Dallas has made her entrance—but not as a guest. After raising a toast, Fitzhugh fell to the floor and died, with physical symptoms pointing to cyanide, and the police have crashed the party... -
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Silver Silence by Nalini Singh
New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh introduces a bold new chapter in her extraordinary paranormal romance saga with the Psy-Changeling Trinity series. Wild passion will encounter the darkest of betrayal... Control. Precision. Family. These are the principles that drive Silver Mercant... -
![Obsession in Death by J.D. Robb]()
Obsession in Death by J.D. Robb
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 50 ratingsLieutenant Eve Dallas walks the thin line between love and hate in this fabulous 40th thriller from #1 New York Times–bestseller J. D. Robb… Eve Dallas has solved a lot of high-profile murders for the NYPSD and gotten a lot of media. She—and her billionaire husband—are getting accustomed to being objects of attention, of gossip, of speculation...Categorized as:
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![Power Game by Christine Feehan]()
Power Game by Christine Feehan
#1 New York Times bestselling author Christine Feehan is “one of the best storytellers around” (RT Book Reviews). Find out why as two lovers surrounded by greed and corruption discover there’s no telling whom you can trust—or who will come out on top..Categorized as:
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![Hope by Auryn Hadley, A.H. Hadley]()
Hope by Auryn Hadley, A.H. Hadley
By reader request, Hope is a full-length epilogue novel to show what comes after the series ends. The war is over. The dead have been laid to rest. Peace is on the horizon, and Anglia is a country that needs to be put back together... -
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![Toxic Game by Christine Feehan]()
Toxic Game by Christine Feehan
On a rescue mission in the heart of the Indonesian jungle, Dr. Draden Freeman and his GhostWalker team need to extract the wounded as quickly as possible—or risk spreading a deadly virus unleashed by a terrorist cell. When Draden gets infected, he forces his team to leave him behind. He won’t risk exposing anyone else. He intends to find the ones responsible and go out in a blaze of glory... -
![Risen by Auryn Hadley, A.H. Hadley]()
Risen by Auryn Hadley, A.H. Hadley
In the final stretch of the war, the rules are changing faster than Anglia can keep up. The Kaisae of all Iliri is gone. Her mates are holding the army together. Her dreams are changing everything—and Sal? She's not done yet. The Emperor has taken too much from her. Life, loves, and much of her happiness. All she has left is desperation —and blind trust. But she's not alone... -
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The Kinsmen Universe by Ilona Andrews
** PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED - This is an anthology edition of the Kinsmen Universe, which includes SILENT BLADE, SILVER SHARK, plus a new short story, and three original illustrations. ** Family is everything. Talent is power. And revenge is sweet. In a distant, future world Kinsmen-small powerful groups of genetically and technologically advanced families-control vast financial empires... -
![Storm Echo by Nalini Singh]()
Storm Echo by Nalini Singh
New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh takes us into the hearts of two fractured people in a world on the brink of a psychic Armageddon . . .Silence has fallen. The Psy are free to feel emotion. Free to love. But Silence was never a prison for Ivan Mercant. The biggest threat to his future lies dormant in his brain—a psychic monster that wants only to feed... -
![Selena by Cebelius]()
Selena by Cebelius
All they needed was a second chance ...As former police officer, his back broken in the line of duty, James' life hung by a thread. Securing treatment landed him deep in debt and working for a soldier of fortune company to pay for his recovery. When he learned just how dirty that company was, he had to decide if his conscience was worth becoming a lifelong paraplegic... -
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The Song Rising by Samantha Shannon
The hotly anticipated third book in the bestselling Bone Season series – a ground-breaking, dystopian fantasy of extraordinary imaginationFollowing a bloody battle against foes on every side, Paige Mahoney has risen to the dangerous position of Underqueen, ruling over London's criminal population... -
![Only Good Enemies by Jennifer Estep]()
Only Good Enemies by Jennifer Estep
New York Times best-selling author Jennifer Estep continues her Galactic Bonds series with a new, action-packed adventure that blends science fiction, fantasy, and historical romance. This rollicking space opera features a mix of magic and technology, along with a soul mates, slow burn, and enemies-to-lovers story. Perfect for fans of Star Wars, Bridgerton, and Pride and Prejudice... -
![Born of Ice by Sherrilyn Kenyon]()
Born of Ice by Sherrilyn Kenyon
Devyn Kell spent his life in service to the League until he learned of the double dealing and backstabbing that was costing innocent people their lives. Refusing to play those politics, he became a Runner - someone who makes sure planets get the weapons, medicine and supplies they need to survive. May the gods have mercy on any who get in his way, because he definitely won't... -
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Remember When by Nora Roberts, J.D. Robb
Rated: 4.26 of 5 stars · 38 ratingsPart 1: Hot RocksPart 2: Big JackShe's one author - with two number-one New York Times-bestselling careers. As Nora Roberts, her novels include Three Fates and Birthright. As J. D. Robb, she offers such novels as Portrait in Death. Now she unites her separate identities in a riveting two-part novel that combines edgy suspense and romantic passion - and journeys through past, present, and future...Categorized as:
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![Vivid Avowed by Kaydence Snow]()
Vivid Avowed by Kaydence Snow
Evelyn’s secrets have all been revealed, even questions she never thought to ask. Despite the turmoil surrounding her childhood and true identity, she knows one thing for sure: she belongs with her devoted Bonded Variants – Ethan, Josh, Tyler and Alec. But the truth hasn’t set Evelyn free. The division between Variants and humans continues to widen. Nowhere is safe... -
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![Hunt the Darkness by Alexandra Ivy]()
Hunt the Darkness by Alexandra Ivy
The vampire, Roke, is raw, sensual, always in control. Yet somehow he's allowed the unthinkable to happen: a nymph-like witch named Sally has used her magic to trick Roke into mating with her. The pair will remain bound for eternity unless Sally breaks the spell. The trouble is, she has no idea how. . . Mating with Roke was an accident; at least that's what Sally keeps telling herself...Categorized as:
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![My Lady Quicksilver by Bec McMaster]()
My Lady Quicksilver by Bec McMaster
Determined to destroy the Echelon she despises, Rosalind Fairchild is on seemingly easy mission. Get in. Uncover the secrets of her brother's disappearance. And get out. In order to infiltrate the Nighthawks and find their leader, Sir Jasper Lynch, Rosalind will pose as their secretary... -
![Wild Embrace by Nalini Singh]()
Wild Embrace by Nalini Singh
The “alpha author of paranormal romance”* presents a stunningly sensual collection of four all-new Psy-Changeling novellas, in which taboos are broken, boundaries are crossed, and instincts prove irresistible... Echo of Silence In a deep-sea station, Tazia Nerif has found her life’s work as an engineer, keeping things running smoothly...Categorized as:
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![Tayra by Cebelius]()
Tayra by Cebelius
Would YOU love a monster girl?Tony Platz had the respect of his peers, a career on the fast track, and the body of an Olympian. There was only one problem: it was an open secret he carried a torch for his already married partner... -
![Hot Wolf in the City by Honey Phillips]()
Hot Wolf in the City by Honey Phillips
Working 9-to-5 has never been this wild!Desperate for a fresh start, Julie jumps at a chance to work for the boss of TalkToMe, the country’s fastest growing social network. The job's location, the enigmatic Monster Island, only adds to its appeal - she won’t be tempted to make another foolish mistake...Categorized as:
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![Dukes Are Forever by Bec McMaster]()
Dukes Are Forever by Bec McMaster
A compromising situation forced him into marriage. But has his wife been working for the enemy all along? In a steam-fuelled world where vampires once ruled the aristocracy, a dangerous conspiracy threatens to topple the queen, and the Duke of Malloryn knows his nemesis has finally returned to enact his plans of revenge... -
![In the Solace by Hailey Turner]()
In the Solace by Hailey Turner
Built to carry you. Jamie Callahan is looking forward to spending the rest of his life with Kyle Brannigan. They’ve overcome impossible odds, and the only thing left to do is walk down the aisle together. Despite the happiness they’ve earned, their enemies haven’t all disappeared. Make it to the other side... -
![Stygian's Honor by Lora Leigh]()
Stygian's Honor by Lora Leigh
Window Rock, Arizona, is the last known location of Honor Roberts, who vanished when she was just thirteen. It was her only sanctuary from the Breed research that would surely have ended in her death—one such insidious experiment should, indeed, have killed her. That she lived is both a miracle—and a great mystery. Stygian’s mission is to find Honor Roberts, no matter the cost...Categorized as:
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![Only Bad Options by Jennifer Estep]()
Only Bad Options by Jennifer Estep
A WOMAN WHO SEES EVERYTHING . . . Few people know the name Vesper Quill. To most folks, I’m just a lowly lab rat who designs brewmakers and other household appliances in the research and development lab at the powerful Kent Corp. But when I point out a design flaw and a safety hazard in the new line of Kent Corp starcruisers, everyone knows who I am—and wants to eliminate me... -
![BloodLust by Auryn Hadley, A.H. Hadley]()
BloodLust by Auryn Hadley, A.H. Hadley
On a world where metal is nearly non-existent, a war for steel has waged for more than a decade. The front lines are populated by pallid iliri and iliri-human crossbreds. Seen as little more than beasts, their lives are cheap and easily replaced, destroying their culture as the body count rises. Being purebred, Salryc Luxx will die, she just wants to make sure it counts...Categorized as:
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![The Black Tide by Keri Arthur]()
The Black Tide by Keri Arthur
New York Times bestselling author Keri Arthur brings her Outcast series to a breathtaking conclusion as Déchet supersoldier Tiger races against time to save humanity from darkness and total annihilation…. Though Winter Halo–the pharmaceutical company behind the evil experimentation on both children and adults–has been destroyed, the danger is far from over... -
![Megan's Mark by Lora Leigh]()
Megan's Mark by Lora Leigh
In the first book of her erotic new series, Lora Leigh invites you to an intriguing world where genetically altered Breeds and the humans who created them commingle—and sometimes cross the boundaries of desire… Cursed with the extraordinary power to feel other peoples’ emotions, Megan Fields has tucked herself away in a remote corner of New Mexico, working as a small-town sheriff’s deputy... -
![Polaris Rising by Jessie Mihalik]()
Polaris Rising by Jessie Mihalik
A space princess on the run and a notorious outlaw soldier become unlikely allies in this imaginative, sexy space opera adventure—the first in an exciting science fiction trilogy.In the far distant future, the universe is officially ruled by the Royal Consortium, but the High Councillors, the heads of the three High Houses, wield the true power...Categorized as:
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![Wyvern's Gold by A.H. Hadley]()
Wyvern's Gold by A.H. Hadley
Dragons are a myth. Heroes are a reality.Six hundred years ago, humans retreated underground. Our Elders said our sins were why. Ever since, the battle between Heaven and Hell has raged on Earth's surface. Only becoming truly righteous can save us.It was a lie.Stories of dragons willing to devour us and wild men who will torture us keep the population in line... -
![Evernight by Kristen Callihan]()
Evernight by Kristen Callihan
Once the night comes . . . Will Thorne is living a nightmare, his sanity slowly being drained away by a force he can't control. His talents have made him the perfect assassin for hire. But as he loses his grip on reality, there is no calming him—until he finds his next target: the mysterious Holly Evernight. Love must cast aside the shadows . . -
![Alexandru's Kiss by S.E. Smith]()
Alexandru's Kiss by S.E. Smith
Internationally acclaimed, New York Times and USA TODAY Bestselling author of Science Fiction, Urban Fantasy, and Paranormal Romance brings another action, adventure, and suspense-filled story to transport readers out of this world. Far from home... Alexandru Carson has a major problem and it isn't with the woman who captured him - it is the fact that he can't remember anything but his name... -
![Moonglow by Kristen Callihan]()
Moonglow by Kristen Callihan
Once the seeds of desire are sown . . . Finally free of her suffocating marriage, widow Daisy Ellis Craigmore is ready to embrace the pleasures of life that have long been denied her. Yet her new-found freedom is short lived. A string of unexplained murders has brought danger to Daisy's door, forcing her to turn to the most unlikely of saviors . . . Their growing passion knows no bounds . . -
![Forevermore by Kristen Callihan]()
Forevermore by Kristen Callihan
Miss Layla Starling, the young, beautiful, and extremely wealthy heiress, is the talk of London. Until now, she's managed to evade the marriage noose. Despite the fact that she is unfortunately American, she's received a staggering number of offers. And turned down every one. St. John Evernight does not want to admit the relief he feels every time he hears that she has rejected one of her suitors... -
![Midnight Sins by Cynthia Eden]()
Midnight Sins by Cynthia Eden
Cara Maloan doesn’t look like a monster. In fact, the gorgeous blond nightclub singer possesses heavenly attributes that make Atlanta detective Todd Brooks sure there’s a higher power somewhere. But a twisted killer is leaving a trail of bodies in seedy hotel rooms across town. The male victims show no wounds–it’s as if the life was simply drained from them... -
![Shadow Game by Christine Feehan]()
Shadow Game by Christine Feehan
The classified experiment is the brainchild of renowned scientist Peter Whitney and his brilliant daughter, Lily. Created to enhance the psychic abilities of an elite squadron, it can transform their natural mental powers into a unique military weapon. But something goes wrong. In the isolated underground labs, the men have been dying-victims of bizarre accidents...Categorized as:
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![Monsters within Men by T.J. Rose]()
Monsters within Men by T.J. Rose
London, 2053. One of the last remaining civilisations in the world. A decade on from the first wave of human-flesh-craving monsters that wiped out most of society, Noah finds himself stepping up to lead Squad E, part of London’s East Regiment, fighting back against the creatures that threaten mankind...Categorized as:
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![Kiss of Steel by Bec McMaster]()
Kiss of Steel by Bec McMaster
When Nowhere Is Safe Most people avoid the dreaded Whitechapel district. For Honoria Todd, it's the last safe haven. But at what price? Blade is known as the master of the rookeries—no one dares cross him. It's been said he faced down the Echelon's army single-handedly, that ever since being infected by the blood-craving he's been quicker, stronger, and almost immortal...Categorized as:
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![The Rift Walker by Clay Griffith, Susan Griffith]()
The Rift Walker by Clay Griffith, Susan Griffith
Princess Adele struggles with a life of marriage and obligation as her Equatorian Empire and their American Republic allies stand on the brink of war against the vampire clans of the north. However, the alliance's horrific strategy for total victory drives Adele to abandon her duty and embark on a desperate quest to keep her nation from staining its hands with genocide...Categorized as:
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![Dragon Misfit by Eve Langlais]()
Dragon Misfit by Eve Langlais
Someone pulled a Jurassic with my genes.I am the result of an experiment—human spliced with dinosaur—or so I assumed growing up. According to my parents, they rescued me from a lab when I was just a roly-poly egg. All my life I’ve hidden what I am because my parents told me I had to, but when they die, my world is blown apart.Which is when I meet Urion... -
![Lion and the Falcon by Eve Langlais]()
Lion and the Falcon by Eve Langlais
Rated: 4.05 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsWhat’s a poor feline to do when trouble strikes from every direction? Find a pillow and a patch of sunlight for a relaxing nap, or realize that sometimes a lion needs to make new rules and show a stubborn falcon he’s more than just a handsome kitty? Avian Soaring Security has transferred Clarice to the Furry United Coalition so she can help track some escaped psycho patients...Categorized as:
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![Endgame by Ann Aguirre]()
Endgame by Ann Aguirre
Regret nothing. Sirantha Jax has the J-gene, which permits her to “jump” faster-than-light ships through grimspace. She loves nothing more than that rush, but the star roads have to wait… Her final mission takes her to La’heng, a planet subjugated during first contact. Since then, the La’hengrin homeworld has been occupied by foreign conquerors. All that’s about to change...
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