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The Apothecary Diaries (Manga), Vol. 6 by Nekokurage, Natsu Hyuuga
CAN MAOMAO DULL THE CHARMS OF A HEAVENLY MAIDEN? ! When the ever luminous Jinshi asks for her help in disguising himself to see to a matter beyond the palace walls, Maomao must dig deep to mar her employer's divine allure! And to make the ploy believable, Maomao herself is roped into a spot of theater right alongside her master...Categorized as:
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Yona of the Dawn, Vol. 1 by Mizuho Kusanagi
Yona reels from the shock of witnessing a loved one’s murder and having to fight for her life. With Hak’s help, she flees the palace and struggles to survive while evading her enemy’s forces. But where will this displaced princess go when all the paths before her are uncertain? -
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The Apothecary Diaries Manga, Vol. 4 by Nekokurage, Natsu Hyuuga
MAOMAO STUMBLES ONTO AN EVEN BIGGER MYSTERY. .. The trail of the garden banquet leads Maomao to the Garnet Palace! Aiming to uncover the identity and motives of the culprit who nearly succeeded in turning the festivities into a tragedy, the young apothecary-turned-lady's maid temporarily takes up there at Jinshi's behest... -
The Apothecary Diaries Manga, Vol. 3 by Nekokurage, Natsu Hyuuga
MAOMAO REAPS THE REWARDS OF HER FEATS! After putting on a successful and sensual(? ) show of food tasting at the garden banquet, Maomao is the talk of the palace! But she soon discovers that notoriety isn't the only thing the party has granted her! Her collection of hairpins from the event brings the young herbalist a brief window of freedom beyond the palace walls, as she returns to the pleasure... -
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The Apothecary Diaries Manga, Vol. 1 by Nekokurage, Natsu Hyuuga
THE GREAT DETECTIVE OF THE INNER PALACE IS BORN. .. ?! Maomao, a young woman trained in the art of herbal medicine, is forced to work as a lowly servant in the inner palace...Categorized as:
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The Apothecary Diaries Manga, Vol. 10 by Nekokurage, Natsu Hyuuga
MAOMAO PUTS ON A SHOW FOR THE GOOD OF THE NATION! When two beautiful foreign envoys with designs on the Emperor come calling, they spin a fantastical tale about a courtesan who once captured the imagination of their family patriarch...Categorized as:
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The Apothecary Diaries Manga, Vol. 5 by Nekokurage, Natsu Hyuuga
Forced to the leave the Inner Palace, Maomao finds herself in the employ of none other than Jinshi, the seemingly ever-present thorn in her side! Immune to his charms, Maomao sets about learning the ways of life in the Outer Palace, where government officials and military officers go about the daily business of running the country...Categorized as:
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Every Spiral of Fate by Tahereh Mafi
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 Apothecary Diaries (Manga), Vol. 2 by Natsu Hyuuga, Nekokurage
After breaking a "curse" on the imperial heirs, a palace servant with training in herbal medicine is promoted up the ranks to food taster. .. and right into the thick of palace intrigue in this lushly illustrated period mystery series! Maomao, a young woman trained in the art of herbal medicine, is forced to work as a lowly servant in the inner palace...Categorized as:
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Guardian of the Drowned Empire by Frankie Diane Mallis
Now that Lyr has survived the Imperator's cruel punishment, she has only three months to prepare for the test that will decide her fate. Despite Rhyan's promise of additional training, her life has never been in more danger. Enemies known and unknown get closer every day. While the Imperator's soldiers occupy the city, the Emartis rebels grow bolder, marking Lyr as their target... -
Dawn of the Arcana, Vol. 03 by Rei Tōma
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsA medieval fantasy where a princess’s mysterious power alters her fate! Reads R to L (Japanese Style), for audiences T. Princess Nakaba of Senan is forced to marry Prince Caesar of the enemy country Belquat, tantamount to becoming a hostage. While Caesar is pleasing to the eye, he is also selfish and possessive, telling Nakaba outright: “You are my property... -
Lady Carliss and the Waters of Moorue by Chuck Black, Andy Turvey
Rated: 4.49 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsLady Carliss faces the challenge of her life. Can she save the kingdom before it’s too late? Determined, smart, and a master of both the sword and the bow, Lady Carliss has proven herself as a veteran Knight of the Prince. Returning from a mission of aid, Carliss is plunged into adventure once again as she searches for the marauders responsible for kidnapping a friend’s family... -
Dawn of the Arcana, Vol. 04 by Rei Tōma
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsPrincess Nakaba of Senan and Prince Caesar of Belquat only married each other for the sake of peace between their two warring countries, so no one expected there to be love between the unlikely couple. But just as feelings start growing between them, Nakaba's power, the Arcana of Time, shows her a vision of a young woman's murder. Has the time come for Nakaba to harness her power to change fate? -
Sir Bentley and Holbrook Court by Chuck Black
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsThe people of Holbrook are suffering under the rule of the greedy Lord Kingskey. Can Sir Bentley discover the thruth and help restore the kingdom? Sir Bentley, an honorable young knight, abandons his calling in order to seek the truth of the Prince. Choosing to live as the Prince did, he forsakes his former lifestyle and wealth to live as a pauper... -
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Cage of Destiny by Jennifer Anne Davis
Destined from birth to be the next empress of Emperion, Allyssa grew up at court weighed down by the expectations of the crown. Kingdom and duty always came first. Until now. Having survived the brutal kingdom of Russek, she is given the choice to walk away and live a peaceful, quiet life. But it also means giving up everything she knows and everyone she loves...Categorized as:
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Tarnished Crown by Robin D. Mahle, Elle Madison
Rowan was finally going to do something right. Marry for love and for her kingdom. Keep her people safe. Until an archaic law enslaved her to the most feared man in all of Socair, a man who treats her like a pawn and calls her his pet. But when enemies emerge from unexpected places, she’s forced to realize that being Evander’s property might just be the only thing keeping her alive...Categorized as:
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Entrusted by Jody Hedlund
During a time when legends were born . . . ENTRUSTED. The feisty enemy princess, the cunning knight holding her captive, and the ultimate battle that will determine their fate. Hoping to minimize the death and destruction of the coming war, Princess Birgitta of Swaine leads the Dark Warriors as part of her brother King Canute’s efforts to take the throne of Norvegia... -
The Hero's Lot by Patrick W. Carr
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsRiveting Sequel from Christian Fantasy's Most Talented New Voice. When Sarin Valon, the corrupt secondus of the conclave, flees Erinon and the kingdom, Errol Stone believes his troubles have at last ended. But other forces bent on the destruction of the kingdom remain and conspire to accuse Errol and his friends of a conspiracy to usurp the throne... -
Dawn of the Arcana, Vol. 05 by Rei Tōma
Rated: 4.34 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsPrincess Nakaba of Senan and Prince Caesar of Belquat only married each other for the sake of peace between their two warring countries, and no one expected there to be love between the unlikely couple... -
Eye of the Wolf by A.E. Rayne
Book 1 of 6: The Lords of Alekka. Alys de Sant has never revealed her secret, knowing it could get her killed… but what if that secret could save a kingdom? Trapped in a small village, Alys makes plans to escape her cruel husband, unaware of the growing danger in the turbulent Kingdom of Alekka...Categorized as:
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Crimson Kingdom by Robin D. Mahle, Elle Madison
Rowan thought she had escaped being a prisoner. But even in Lochlann, she is chained by the memories of everything she left behind in Socair. Of everyone she left behind. With her people clamoring for war, the responsibility falls on Rowan to enter into a marriage alliance to keep her kingdom safe. That should be easy, considering she’s already received proposals from half the clans in Socair...Categorized as:
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The Apothecary Diaries : Volume 11 by Natsu Hyuuga
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsI-sei Province is still reeling in the aftermath of the insect plague. Jinshi resolves to do everything in his power to help the people of this land—but how far does his power really go in the western capital? And will he regret his efforts when all the credit seems to go to Gyoku-ou? The local lord seems to have an agenda of his own, but Jinshi still doesn’t know what it might be... -
Deny by Tricia Mingerink
Rated: 4.59 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsAll lies have consequences. Promoted to the top rank among King Respen’s assassins, First Blade Leith Torren hides his involvement with the Resistance. How many lies will it take to protect his secret? Renna Faythe has done nothing but survive for the past four years, but now Leith’s courage inspires her to try to be something more. If only she could figure out what that duty might be...Categorized as:
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The Apothecary Diaries : Volume 6 by Natsu Hyuuga
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsThe events in the western capital threaten to shake not only the political order, but Maomao’s personal relationships as well, and she departs the city uncertain what her future holds. A detour on the way home, however, gives her an unexpected insight into her own family. Meanwhile, Consort Lishu finds herself at the center of an ugly scandal... -
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The Valkyrie by Carrie Cotten
Can the truth-speaker’s promise of life from death really be for them? After a year in captivity, Isa Bjorndottir feels dead inside. Restored to her mother, the Shieldmaiden of Volfsby, Isa watches life happening all around her, yet wants nothing more than to avoid every look or touch, even from those she loves... -
Sir Rowan and the Camerian Conquest by Chuck Black
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsA knight left for dead. A country on the verge of ruin. And an evil lord rising to conquer. Sir Rowan is the most decorated tournament knight in Cameria, but when he is attacked and left for dead, his world collapses. Betrayed and lingering at death’s door, only a bizarre vision of his Prince and the help of a woman dedicated to the King keeps him alive... -
The Wicked Prince by Celeste Baxendell
A righteous outlaw. A wicked tyrant. A marriage to save their crumbling kingdom. As regent, Prince John has a never-ending list of problems, including his brother’s expensive war and his subjects’ utter hatred of him. But the biggest thorn in his side? The outlaw Robin Hood... -
The Princess Special Edition by Lori Wick
In the Land of Pendaran, Shelby Parker lives a humble but good life. Her special qualities are eventually noticed by the king and queen of the House of Markham, who seek a new wife for their widowed son, Prince Nikolai. To uphold the tradition of their country, Shelby and Nikolai agree to an arranged marriage... -
Enriched by Jody Hedlund
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDuring a time when legends were born . . . ENRICHED. A wealthy noblewoman with a heart of gold, a wounded knight closed off to love, and the sacrifices for a chalice that can bring healing. Lady Karina lives in a convent and expects to become a nun someday... -
Ensnared by Jody Hedlund
Rated: 4.71 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsDuring a time when legends were born . . . ENSNARED. A poor maidservant struggling to survive, a brave knight who secretly loves her, and a chalice that has the power to unite them... -
The Lochlann Treaty: Complete Series by Robin D. Mahle, Elle Madison
PEACE AT ANY COST. Princess Charlotte’s entire life had been planned. Right up until the moment her fiancé is kidnapped on her wedding day, sending the entire kingdom hurtling toward disaster...Categorized as:
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Hereafter by Jody Hedlund
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe third lost princess. The final key to the treasure. And a battle for the throne. Growing up deep in the forest as a poor charcoal burner’s daughter, Emmeline has always known her identity as a princess of Mercia, and she lives in fear of being caught and killed... -
Rowan: The Lochlann Feuds Complete Series by Robin D. Mahle, Elle Madison
A reckless princess. An enemy kingdom. And a mistake that could cost her everything. Rowan never wanted the kind of love you go to war for, the kind of love that could break you. But when a harmless adventure lands her in the dungeons of her enemy, she’ll realize that’s just one of many things that’s beyond her control...Categorized as:
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Deliver by Tricia Mingerink
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratings2018 Alliance Award Finalist. Can something broken ever heal? Martyn is broken. After torturing his best friend, he doesn't belong anywhere in Acktar. No matter how far he runs, he can't lose his guilt. Leith is broken. While healing from the torture he received at Nalgar Castle, he struggles to find his new role. But can a Blade ever run from his past? The country is broken...Categorized as:
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Exiles by Jaye L. Knight
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsExiled after their defeat in Samara, the Resistance struggles to find allies in their quest to restore King Balen to his throne and put an end to the emperor’s tyranny. When the crete people refuse to lend their aid, Balen leads a group to Dorland to reason with them and win their support...Categorized as:
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Once Upon a Broken Heart / Caraval / Legendary / Finale by Garber Stephanie
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsPlease Note That The Following Individual Books As Per Original ISBN and Cover Image In this Listing shall be Dispatched. Once Upon a Broken Heart [Hardcover]. Caraval. Legendary. Finale. Once Upon a Broken Heart [Hardcover], Caraval, Legendary, Finale By Stephanie Garber 4 Books Collection. Once Upon a Broken Heart [Hardcover]:... -
A Crimson Frost by Marcia Lynn McClure
Beloved of her father, King Dacian, and adored by her people, the Scarlet Princess Monet endeavored to serve her kingdom well—for the people of the Kingdom of Karvana were good, and worthy of service. Long Monet had known that even her marriage would serve her people. Her husband would be chosen for her—for this was the way of royal existence...Categorized as:
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The Captive Kingdom by Jennifer A. Nielsen
Rated: 4.16 of 5 stars · 30 ratingsAcclaimed author Jennifer A. Nielsen marks a return to the world of her beloved New York Times bestseller The False Prince in this fourth book of the Ascendance Series! In a peaceful Carthya, Jaron leads as the Ascendant King with Imogen beside him -- but the peace he fought so long for is not destined to last. On a routine sea voyage, Jaron's ship is brutally attacked, and he is taken hostage... -
Cage of Deceit by Jennifer Anne Davis
Sixteen-year-old Allyssa appears to be the ideal princess of Emperion--she's beautiful, elegant, and refined. She spends her days locked in a suffocating cage, otherwise known as the royal court. But at night, Allyssa uses her secret persona--that of a vigilante--to hunt down criminals and help her people firsthand... -
Basara, Vol. 20 by Yumi Tamura
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsA curfew law has been passed in Kyoto to suppress the rebellion. Sarasa's ally Ageha seeks to destroy King Ukon's senior officials, while Asagi, the real Blue King, gains Sasara's trust and leads a daring asssault. But while Sarasa and her forces are gaining ground, their enemies' secret plan could turn the tide against them!Categorized as:
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Snow White with the Red Hair, Vol. 25 by Sorata Akizuki, Sorata Akiduki
Shirayuki and company track Kageya and Ryu to their supposed whereabouts, but all they find is an empty house and signs of a scuffle. A conspicuous clue leads them to believe that Kageya has a secret greenhouse where she concocts the antidote to the menacing perfume, so that’s their next stop! It’s time to snuff out the unsettling aroma that has enthralled the northern lands! -
Shadow Knights by Jennifer Anne Davis
As a member of the Knights of the Realm, Reid swore an oath to protect her king only to discover he harbors a traitorous agenda. Being a woman raised in a man’s world, Reid thought becoming a Knight would give her purpose and strength. So far, it has done nothing but give her trouble... -
The Love of a Princess (The Royals of Acuniel) by Ashton E. Dorow
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPrincess Adelaide of Acuniel forsook her dreams of a love match the day she agreed to a marriage treaty with the Crown Prince of Trilaria. While nothing like her childhood expectations, her life with Prince Miles is simple, comfortable. But then a plague ravages Trilaria, leaving her a widow and the kingdom without a ruler, and her new life is thrown into chaos... -
Beguiled by Jody Hedlund
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIn a land where being the fairest maiden is a curse . . . A princess rejected and hunted by her mother, and a prince who lives as a shunned outcast. Princess Pearl flees for her life after her mother, Queen Margery, tries to have her killed during a hunting expedition. Pearl finds refuge on the Isle of Outcasts among criminals and misfits, disguising her face with a veil so no one recognizes her... -
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Besotted by Jody Hedlund
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIn a land where being the fairest maiden is a curse . . . A young queen trying to stay alive until she comes of age to rule, and a prince turned into a pauper. Queen Aurora of Mercia has spent her entire life deep in Inglewood Forest, hiding from Warwick’s Queen Margery, who seeks her demise. As the time draws near for Aurora to take the throne, she happens upon a handsome woodcutter... -
Snow White with the Red Hair, Vol. 26 by Sorata Akiduki, Sorata Akizuki
The remaining villains loyal to Toka Bergat have been exposed and dealt with, and Shirayuki and company have at last received permission from Lord Eisetsu to spread the light-bringing phostyrias plant... -
Snow White with the Red Hair, Vol. 24 by Sorata Akiduki
Obi and Eisetsu are undercover at a masked ball, but they’re not acting like themselves! Most of the other partygoers also seem a bit off, except for one noblewoman. With her wits still about her, the woman flees from the venue—and Eisetsu follows in pursuit! -
The Piper's Pursuit by Melanie Dickerson
A plague of rats. Children going missing. A giant beast attacking just outside the walls of Hamlin. And one young woman determined to save her town. Katerina’s stepfather, Hennek, is neither a good father nor a good husband, but he is the mayor of Hamlin... -
A Tribute of Fire by Sariah Wilson
The fate of a cursed nation depends on a princess who must outwit a mortal enemy and outlast the trials of a death-defying ritual in a thrilling adventure by USA Today bestselling author Sariah Wilson. Lia is the princess of Locris, a dying desert nation cursed centuries ago by an earth goddess—one still worshipped by the thriving and adversarial nation of Ilion...Categorized as:
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The Thief's Keeper by Kyrie Wang, Allison Reid
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratings*Get an ARC of this book before March 17, 2024, along with free swag (international shipping) and a chance to win a 25$ giftcard. *. Please visit my author website. A runaway thrall. A clever thief. Together, two orphans will defy destiny or fall trying. In the aftermath of a rebellion against William the Conqueror, northern England lies in ruins, its people scattered and starved...
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