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Black Dagger Brotherhood Collection by J.R. Ward
Rated: 4.78 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsThis collection contains the first nine books in the Black Dagger Brotherhood... -
King of the Shadow Fae by Amelia Hutchins
New from USA Today Bestselling Author Amelia Hutchins comes a new Dark Urban Fantasy that will have you begging for more. Spellbinding, action-packed, mystery, and romance.I’d trained my entire life to take over the hunter guild. When the unthinkable happened, my father was taken, and I was forced to step up. The moment I took control, everything began to unravel around me... -
The Midnight Breed 8-Book Bundle by Lara Adrian
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsContains the first eight books in Lara Adrian’s bestselling Midnight Breed series:Kiss of Midnight, Kiss of Crimson, Midnight Awakening, Midnight Rising, Veil of Midnight, Ashes of Midnight, Shades of Midnight, Taken by MidnightPrepare for seduction as Lara Adrian unleashes a dark new breed of vampirePart human, part otherworldly, the Breed has lived among humankind for thousands of years,... -
Archangel's Lineage by Nalini Singh
New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh’s dangerous and beautiful world of archangels, vampires, and mortals has never faced a threat this cataclysmic…Raphael and Elena are experiencing their first ever year of true peace. No war. No horrors of archangelic power. No nightmares given flesh... -
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The Bone Scroll by Elizabeth Hunter
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsFinding it could cost them everything. Wielding it could mean their end.It’s a secret lost in time, a myth among immortals, a relic of such power that vampires around the world have quietly harbored the hope that it doesn’t really exist.It’s a mystery that Tenzin and Ben cannot resist... -
Gossamer by Shannon Mayer
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsThe fate of the world rests on my shoulders as we hang on the edge of Ragnarök. And I can't catch a freaking break. Not even for ice cream and strippers. Facing down the monsters of my past left me on the cusp of death, wounded and running from the one person I trusted with my life. Havoc. My chosen mate is consumed by a curse so powerful it overrides his natural desire to protect me...Categorized as:
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Tin God by Elizabeth Hunter
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsThe explosive finale of the Elemental Covenant series by eleven-time USA Today bestselling author, Elizabeth Hunter.Everything comes to an end.Brigid Connor is a vampire familiar with ghosts. The ghosts of her past, the ghosts of her victims, and the ghosts of those she couldn’t save... -
Jax by Teresa Gabelman
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsJax Wheeler has been fighting his own demons for as long as he can remember. One of those demons is from his past, a brother who wants nothing more to see Jax suffer. Working closely with the Cincinnati Branch of the VC Warriors Jax never thought he would find someone who could help him ease his pain, but he was wrong... -
Bound by Blood by Lindsay Buroker
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsMagically compelled by bad guys, Arwen Forester shot her half-dragon ally in the thigh. She longs to make amends to him, but she’s busy with a new quest:Get rid of the tattoo that lets dark elves control her.Unfortunately, such magical marks aren’t easily removed. When the troll tattoo artist she visits is killed, she’s framed for murder...Categorized as:
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Legacy by Brenda K. Davies
Rated: 4.81 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsWhen Melanie left her sheltered, bizarre childhood behind for college, she was determined to embrace her new life, but forgetting her past proved impossible. Though she tries to live a normal life, she shuns anyone who tries to get close to her.Kyle is determined to break through Melanie’s walls, but when she makes it clear she doesn’t talk about her past, he doesn’t push... -
A Bender of Spirit by Bella Forrest
Rated: 4.76 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsThe Reapers have found Unending. But now she must find herself... Continue the journey. Buy now... -
Unstoppable by R.L. Mathewson
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsRevenge and fate come together in the seventh installment of the Pyte/Sentinel Series as New York Times bestselling author R.L. Mathewson tells the story of how one of the deadliest shifters in our world is finally brought to his knees.He couldn’t kill her.Their mating mark would never allow it, but it would allow him to walk away and never look back...Categorized as:
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Fangs, Frost, and Folios by Elizabeth Hunter
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsAn all-new holiday mystery for your favorite book-hunting vampires!Giovanni and Beatrice left vampire conspiracies and supernatural adventures for a peaceful family life. But peace only lasts so long for a vampire assassin and an undying scribe.The death of an old friend leaves Giovanni with a rare opportunity... -
A Birth of Fire by Bella Forrest
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsWelcome to Book 1 of Season 9, the beginning of a brand new story...It's been a year since GASP brought Ta'Zan's reign of terror to an abrupt end. A year in which all The Shade's residents have enjoyed a much-deserved break. Relationships have blossomed. Babies have been born. And peace has settled throughout the realms... -
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Crimson Highlander by Samantha Whiskey
She’s my enemy…and my mate. For two hundred years, I’ve been the second in command to the Vampire King.It’s my job to predict threats before they happen…but I never saw her coming. Valor Moorehouse isn’t just the daughter of our greatest enemy,she’s a real pain in the ass, and according to the mark that just appeared—my mate... -
A Piece of Scythe by Bella Forrest
Rated: 4.66 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsDeath’s Scythe is missing. Broken into three pieces and scattered across the universe—Taeral and his team must retrieve it if they wish to save their worlds from certain destruction.But they have no idea what sort of obstacles lie in the path of such a mission. And even though Seeley has been tasked with following them, he has been forbidden to intervene… No matter what.Return to the adventure... -
An Argeneau Vampire Series Collection: A Quick Bite, Love Bites and Single White Vampire by Lynsay Sands
Rated: 4.65 of 5 stars · 11 ratings... -
A Phantom of Truth by Bella Forrest
Rated: 4.65 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsThe final Reaper. The final chance.. -
A Fate of Time by Bella Forrest
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFinally armed with a complete Thieron, Taeral has had to make a desperate choice. But with Death nowhere to be found, he can no longer rely on her to end this. That responsibility rests on his shoulders now... as it was always meant to, in the end. Grab your copy of Season 9's thrilling finale... -
The Wolf vs Santa by Lauretta Hignett
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA Little Christmas MysteryThis year, Santa’s on the naughty list.It’s two days before Christmas, and the kids of the Hidden City have suddenly gone on a crime spree after writing their letters to Santa. Has the jolly red guy turned evil?Or is it… the other guy?Join Daphne, our wolfy sleuth, and Dwayne, the Lord of Chaos, as they solve the mystery of the Hidden City Evil Santa...Categorized as:
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A Search for Death by Bella Forrest
Rated: 4.64 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsWhere does Death dwell? It's the question of the century. Perhaps even the millennium. Because the Hermessi are growing dangerously close to completing their catastrophic ritual, and if Death can't stop them, no one will... -
Skullduggery by Helen Harper
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsOkay. I’ll admit I’ve got problems. But surrender is word wholly absent from my vocabulary.My grasp on magic is shaky at best and my dependence on spider’s silk is a battle I’m still fighting. But while my heritage and my health might be problematic, I’m certainly not going to roll over and give up.Not me. Not ever... -
A Blade of Thieron by Bella Forrest
Rated: 4.68 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn spite of the news about his father, Taeral has no choice but to push forward with the mission and retrieve the second piece of Death’s scythe: the blade. But the Soul Crusher, the blade’s reaper guardian, has a plan to protect it—one that will test the team’s friendship in a way nothing has done before.Meanwhile, back in The Shade, Derek and Sofia are heading up a task of their own... -
Nicole by Teresa Gabelman
Rated: 4.54 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsNicole Callahan, mate to fierce and brooding VC Warrior Damon DeMasters, has been trying to find her place in his world. Without a doubt, it’s been interesting, but she believes there’s a lot more she can offer the children she spent so much of her human life fighting for... -
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Fall of Night by Lara Adrian
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsBreed warrior Micah is one of the Order’s best, his reputation for cold justice and lethal skill rivaled only by that of his formidable father, Tegan. So, when a mission Micah’s leading in an off-limits area called the Deadlands goes terribly wrong, leaving him the sole survivor of an apparent Atlantean attack, he won’t rest until he has answers...and vengeance for his fallen team... -
An Origin of Vampires by Bella Forrest
Rated: 4.65 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhat if the Elders were not the beginning? Amal and Amane have discovered something remarkable: the location of the protein which allows Derek to walk in the sun, even as a vampire.Along with Tristan and Esme Vaughn, the grown-up grandchildren of Anna and Kyle, Derek and Sofia set out to learn more about the world from which the protein originates - and, most importantly, its residents... -
Blood and Hexes by May Sage
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsSeven names. Seven families of royal vampires on Night Hill. One stands above all. After centuries of freedom, no one is happy to kneel to a new Eirikrson. Diana intended to stop by Oldcrest for a pit stop. Catch up with her brother, meet his mate, maybe convince them to name their firstborn after her. She’ll soon learn, as a Helsing, she must pick a side. Before one is picked for her... -
Tessa by Teresa Gabelman
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsTessa Pride, mate to VC Warrior Jared Kincaid, is doing everything in her power to become a respected Warrior in her own right. Unfortunately, her mate isn’t quite as excited about her passion. Tessa walks into the role with a newfound sense of determination knowing her decisions could end her relationship with the man she loves... -
A Purge of Nature by Bella Forrest
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsOne thousand and one fae. An ancient full-moon ritual. A final battle that will shape the fate of the universe…Prepare for the unputdownable GRAND FINALE of Season 8... -
Obsidian's Edge by Elizabeth Hunter
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFor the first time ever, all three origin novellas in the Elemental Legacy series are available in one volume, along with a bonus novella, The Bronze Blade.He's a human in a vampire's world, but she's the reason he's not sleeping at night... -
A Queen of Thieves & Chaos by K.A. Tucker
From internationally bestselling author K.A. Tucker comes the third novel in her Fate and Flame series, an adult fantasy novel that should be read in series order. "You betrayed your brother to steal a broken crown." The kingdom stands on the brink of chaos... -
Blood of a Huntsman by May Sage
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThe vampires have always feared the first of their kind and his descendants. Now all immortals know there’s a new Eirikrson threatening their way of life. And they don’t intend to let her. Catherine Stormhale has spent decades trying to crawl out of her family’s shadow. Now they’re calling her back home, to serve their clan against her new friends, and she has a choice to make... -
Knives and Sheaths by Nalini Singh
Free short story in Nalini Singh's Newsletter. What she writes about this story: "The original version of this short story was meant to be a scene in ARCHANGEL’S STORM, but I deleted it in an earlier draft and the information shared here about Lijuan eventually became part of chapter 8 in the book... -
Suck It by Linsey Hall
I thought my life was normal. I was very wrong. Not only am I the Vampire Bride of the first and most powerful vampire, Drakon, I am the Daughter of the Arcane Order. I don't know what that is, but it's led to one kidnapping attempt that I barely escaped. Secrets and danger lurk around every corner, turning my life into a twisted labyrinth that only Drakon can help me survive... -
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Darkworld by Bella Forrest
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsWhat lies beyond the tear?After achieving sanctuary in Scotland, Lyra, Dorian, and their clan have earned a much-deserved reprieve. But they cannot sit still for long.Darkness rises, unchecked, in both realms, while the tear continues to widen. With Alan’s chilling words ringing in their ears, it is time to face what Dorian has put off for so long: a return to the Immortal Plane... -
Ancients and Old Ones by T.M. Nielsen
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEmily begins to recover from her long captivity with Salazar, but a drastic setback threatens not only her, but the lives of the Equites Council. Chevalier struggles with Emily’s renewed friendship with the Encala, when they offer her a companion in a time of need. Learn more about the relationships between the Old Ones and the original heku, the Ancients... -
A Breed of Elements by Bella Forrest
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWelcome to Book 2 of Season 9…Exploding fire fae. Rogue Hermessi. A smattering of murderous cults.Where will this story lead?Order now to find out.. -
A Conspiracy of Realms by Bella Forrest
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe rogue Hermessi are spiraling out of control. But GASP might have finally found the key to their demise... The problem? It might mean tracking down Death herself. And with the Hermessi birthing monsters from the literal bowels of the earth—and stepping up their game with a sinister side plot... let’s just say GASP’s to-do list is filling up. Continue the journey... -
Caretaker by Laken Cane
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsSix months ago Angus Stark was sent to prison, and no one on the outside has seen him since. Denied the visitor passes that would get her into the prison, Trinity grows more desperate with each passing day, convinced something terrible is happening to him. She's not wrong. When the sentencing judge's wife goes missing, Captain Crawford brings Trinity in to help track the woman... -
A Warrior Halloween by Teresa Gabelman
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsThe Warriors are once again faced with their most feared opponents. Sloan Murphy accepted defeat this past Christmas. Are the Warriors up for what is brewing?The Mates are a fierce tribe and unwilling to fail in their task. Once again, they are ready to battle, but this time for a holiday that is a favorite to them all... -
Weapons Training by Nalini Singh
Free short story in Nalini Singh's Newsletter. A short story about Jessamy and Galen. For those of you unfamiliar with the Guild Hunter series, this story features Galen, Weaponsmaster to the Archangel Raphael, and Jessamy, Historian of the angelic race and teacher of their young... -
Damian's Immortal by Lizzy Ford
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsBook 3, War of Gods series. The White God’s most trusted friend, Jule, has his powers stripped by the Watchers. They give him an impossible mission: find the mysterious Magician and kill her, before she reopens the gateway between the realms. Jule quickly discovers the beautiful Magician is not what the Watchers claim... -
To Kill an Angel by M. Leighton
Rated: 4.18 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsRidley Heller thought her life would be perfect and trouble-free once she had Bo back. Unfortunately, she couldn’t have been more wrong. Learning Bo’s true identity has left them with their most difficult decision yet. They have two options. One, they can run away together and spend eternity looking over their shoulder, hiding from both God and Sebastian... -
Relentless: A Cyn and Raphael Novella by D.B. Reynolds
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTREACHERY . . . Something the powerful Vampire Lord Raphael has seen far too much of lately. RAGE . . . An emotion that, left unchecked, can burn like the fires of hell. REVENGE . . . A dish that philosophers claim is best served cold. It’s been months since the powerful French vampire Mathilde used Raphael’s arrogance against him and nearly succeeded in taking his life... -
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Zodiac Academy: Live And Let Lionel by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti
This is a bonus content novella to celebrate the series coming to a close and contains 100k words of bonus content from the Zodiac Academy Series.Savage - a short story about Hail and Merissa Vega's love storyThe Shimmering Springs - that night Caleb and Seth did or didn't kiss..Categorized as:
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Obsidian Flame by Caris Roane
Rated: 4.18 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsFrom paranormal romance author Caris Roane comes the fifth book in the "Guardians of Ascension" series. For a hundred years, Marguerite has been imprisoned and used for her powerful psychic abilities. Her only relief comes from her regular visits with Thorne, her vampire lover. His every touch leaves her hungry for more..and aching for their next encounter... -
Junkyard Queen by Trina M. Lee
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWith her hands full it's tough for Alexa to moderate Willow's continuous descent into darkness.A demon unobserved quickly takes advantage of going unnoticed. However, he's not the only one. Change is coming for many. The queen of the city will have to stop being so reluctant to reign. Because if she doesn't, someone else will. And that won't end well for anybody... -
Wounded, Vol. 2 by Amy Lane
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsGreen and Bracken’s beloved survived their enemy's worst—with help from unexpected vampiric help. But survival is a long way from recovery, and even further from safety. Green’s people want badly to return to the Sierra Foothills, but they’re not going with their tails between their legs... -
The Cyn and Raphael Novellas: Betrayed, Hunted, Unforgiven, and Compelled by D.B. Reynolds
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsFrom Vampires in America . . . For the first time together in one collection . . . BETRAYED, HUNTED, and UNFORGIVEN, The Cyn & Raphael Novellas These novellas can stand alone or be enjoyed as part of the series. BETRAYED: Vampires in America 5.5 Love. Loyalty. Betrayal. Love . . . the ache in your heart when you meet The One... -
Banishment by T.M. Nielsen
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe final book in the Heku Series brings some peace within the factions and within the palace. Chevalier and Emily have reconciled and come to a silent agreement that will benefit not only their own family, but the Equites. Things are looking calmer until someone begins attacking women in the nearby mortal city. Fighting over land in Europe, the Equites and Encala find themselves again at odds...
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