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Percepliquis by Michael J. Sullivan
NOTE: This book is also found as the second book in the Heir of Novron Omnibus. It is released separately for those who have already read Wintertide and don't want to buy that book again as part of the bundle. IT ALL COMES DOWN TO THIS. .. THE ELVES HAVE CROSSED THE NIDWALDEN. TWO THIEVES WILL DECIDE THE FUTURE. "I saw a great journey. Ten upon the road, she who wears the light will lead the way... -
Nyphron Rising by Michael J. Sullivan
A PUPPET IS CROWNED. THE TRUE HEIR REMAINS HIDDEN. A ROGUE'S SECRET COULD CHANGE EVERYTHING. War has come to Melengar and Princess Arista runs a desperate gamble when she defies her brother and hires Royce and Hadrian for a dangerous mission. As the power of the Nyphron Empire grows, so does Royce's suspicion that the wizard Esrahaddon is using the thieves as pawns in his own game... -
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The First Chronicles of Druss the Legend by David Gemmell
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 38 ratingsHe was known as Druss. The Deathwalker. Though the blood of merciless butchers coursed through his veins, he had found a fragile peace through his love for beautiful, mystical Rowena. Then came the day when Druss returned to their village and found everyone dead--massacred by slavers who had stolen the women to sell for gold. Rowena was among the missing... -
Dragons and Demons by Kel Kade
Every kingdom Rezkin touches has shattered, and the turbulence in his homeland is spreading across the Souelian. From the shards of kingdoms past, he begins to forge a new empire. But there is a price to pay for power, and the balance has come due... -
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A Duet of Sword and Song by Lisa Cassidy
The time of the Shadowhawk was gone. Now he needed to be more. In the space of a night Cuinn Acondor lost his crown and almost his life. Devastated by Talyn’s disappearance, he’s on the run, fleeing from Armun and Shadow hunters who want to destroy everything he stands for. But he won’t give up. Together with the resurgent Wolves, he begins preparing to take back what Azrilan stole from them... -
The Swords of Night and Day by David Gemmell
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 33 ratingsEven in death, Skilgannon the Damned's name lives on. Now, as an ancient evil threatens to flood the Drenai heartlands in a tide of blood, he returns. .. A thousand years after they fell in battle, two heroes - Druss and Skilgannon - are revered throughout the war-torn lands of the Dernai, where men and women live in abject fear of the dark sorceress known as the Eternal. . -
Broken by Magic by Lindsay Buroker
Even before our heroes discovered a portal to other realms, Jak Freedar wanted to seek out powerful allies to help overthrow the tyrannical wizard rulers of his home world. Instead, he chanced across a dragon egg and is now the surrogate father of a hatchling. Since he found the egg, taking care of the young dragon is his responsibility... -
Havoc by Auryn Hadley, A.H. Hadley
HISTORY DECREES SHE MUST DIE—OR LOSE HER MIND. The world has waited a long time for the Kaisae—Salryc Luxx, leader of the iliri and commander of the allied forces. Kaisaes before her have died or gone mad. But now that they are so close to finally winning the war and finding peace for her species, either option is unthinkable! She's still needed... -
Age of War by Michael J. Sullivan
Rich in magic and adventure, Michael J. Sullivan’s soaring fantasy novels are masterworks of heroism, love, and sacrifice. Now, in Age of War, the epic battle between humankind and the cruel godlike beings who once ruled them finally ignites in all its fury. The alliance of humans and renegade Fhrey is fragile—and about to be tested as never before... -
Shifter and Shadow by Sharon Shinn
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsPart of the Twelve Houses series, Shifter and Shadow takes place between the end of The Thirteenth House and the beginning of Dark Moon Defender. What really happened on Dorrin Isle? Kirra Danalustrous is the daughter of a marlord, a celebrated beauty—and a shapeshifter with magic in her veins... -
Knife Children by Lois McMaster Bujold
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 28 ratingsLakewalker Barr Foxbrush returns from two years of patrolling the bitter wilds of Luthlia against the enigmatic, destructive entities called malices, only to find that the secret daughter he'd left behind in the hinterland of Oleana has disappeared from her home after a terrible accusation... -
Weight of the Crown by A.C. Cobble
The epic conclusion to the Benjamin Ashwood series! Ben and his friends have defeated a deadly threat to mankind, and gained powerful allies along the way, but sometimes the biggest danger is ourselves. In the final book in the Benjamin Ashwood series, Ben will have to take the mantle of leadership to prevent a war that will devastate Alcott... -
Only the Brave by Solmussa
Regulus Black is angry. He wants revenge. He wants to watch the world burn for all it's done to him. He also wants to make out with James Potter, but that's a secret he'll take to the grave. Vengeance is more important than. .. whatever it is that chokes him when he lays eyes on Potter. James Potter is confused, because Regulus Black is, all of a sudden, hot... -
Witch Light by Susan Fletcher
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 30 ratings1692. Corrag, a wild young girl from the mountains of Scotland, has been imprisoned as a witch. Terrified, in a cold, filthy cell, she awaits her fate of death by burning – until she is visited by Charles Leslie, a young Irishman, hungry to question her. For Corrag knows more than it seems: she was witness to the bloody and brutal Massacre of Glencoe... -
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Elantris [Dramatized Adaptation] by Brandon Sanderson, Johann Dettweiler
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsThe city of the gods. Elantris once stood as the symbol of all that is beautiful. A sprawling metropolis of unrivaled grandeur, it was a symbol of power and strength, built to be as imposing as it was magnificent. The only thing more glorious than the city itself was its inhabitants, Godlike beings, with silvery skin and hair of the purest, flowing white... -
Dark Territory by A.C. Cobble
After uncovering the existence of an ancient, secret organization, Ben must track down its whereabouts to enlist help in a battle for the fate of humanity. He goes behind enemy lines and faces certain danger. He must convince the powerful elites that the looming threat to Alcott is real. If the opposing factions do not put aside their differences and join forces, the fate of mankind may be sealed... -
The Lore of the Evermen by James Maxwell
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 33 ratingsThe Lord of the Night is coming. The future of civilization is at stake. Miro, high lord of Altura, is in the Imperial capital to prepare the Empire for the onslaught. He knows his homeland lies directly in the enemy's path but struggles to form the alliances he needs. As the high lords bicker, Ella seeks the help of the newly crowned emperor, Killian... -
Elantris [Dramatized Adaptation] by Brandon Sanderson, Johann Dettweiler
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsThe city of the gods. Elantris once stood as the symbol of all that is beautiful. A sprawling metropolis of unrivaled grandeur, it was a symbol of power and strength, built to be as imposing as it was magnificent. The only thing more glorious than the city itself was its inhabitants, Godlike beings, with silvery skin and hair of the purest, flowing white... -
Endless Flight by A.C. Cobble
Endless flight continues the epic saga of Benjamin Ashwood. This classic swords and sorcery tale is inspired by Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time and Tolkien's The Hobbit. If you liked them, you will love Benjamin Ashwood. As Ben flees from powerful forces, the course of political alliances and a war hinge on information he and a friend possess... -
The Price of Valour by Django Wexler
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars · 35 ratingsIn the latest Shadow Campaigns novel, Django Wexler continues his “epic fantasy of military might and magical conflict”* following The Shadow Throne and The Thousand Names, as the realm of Vordan faces imminent threats from without and within. In the wake of the King’s death, war has come to Vordan... -
Endgames by L.E. Modesitt Jr.
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsEndgames is the twelfth novel in L. E. Modesitt, Jr's, New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series the Imager Portfolio, and the third book in the story arc that began with Treachery's Tools and Assassin's Price. Solidar is in chaos... -
By Blood Oath Bound by Kenley Davidson
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsBetter to die than to swear a blood oath to a clanless night elf… Sky has had enough of being used for her magic. She’s been betrayed one too many times, and now she wants nothing more than to be left alone. But fate won’t let her hide for long. Something evil is stalking the residents of her village, and they think she’s just the person to stop it... -
The Second Sanctum by A.N. Horton
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe Victor. She never would have bowed. Dante can’t help but think the words. Even as he stands in the city of gods, surrounded by faces of legend, he can’t stop seeing her falling through that endless void, mentally shouting that one word up at him so viciously he knows it’s forever branded upon his soul. Betrayal. The Fallen... -
남편을 내 편으로 만드는 방법 4 [Nampyeon-eul Nae Pyeon-euro Mandeuneun Bangbeob 4] (How to Get My Husband on My Side (Novel) #4) by Spice&Kitty, Spice&Kitty
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratings소설 속 남편의 손에 죽는 악녀가 되었다. 정확히는 아버지와 오빠에게 정략결혼의 도구로 이용당하다죽는 악역 조연으로. 어느 날, 망할 아버지가 기어이 내 다섯 번째 신랑을 물어왔다. 문제는 그 상대가 바로 날 죽일 남편이자, 훗날 가문을 몰락시킬. 북부 최고의 성기사라는 것. 일단은 살길을 찾아야 한다. 원작에선 내가 죽일 시누이를 살릴 방법을 찾는 데 앞서,. 남편의 냉대, 북부인들의 경멸과 견제, 공작가 사람들의 멸시 등등. 난관이 많지만, 이곳 사람들한테 무해하게 보이다 보면. 나중에 목숨은 살려주지 않을까. “전 당신한테 반해버렸어요! ”. 그러니까 제발 살려줘! -
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The Archer's Heart Book Three by Astrid Amara
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn the ancient kingdom of Marhavad, noblemen dominate the lower castes, wielding mystic weapons, known as shartas, against any who oppose them. For generations the rule of Marhavad’s kings has been absolute. But now the line of succession is divided, and whispers of revolution are heard in even the royal palace. Keshan Adaru, an outspoken man of unearthly charms, welcomes these changes... -
남편을 내 편으로 만드는 방법 3 [Nampyeon-eul Nae Pyeon-euro Mandeuneun Bangbeob 3] (How to Get My Husband on My Side (Novel) #3) by Spice&Kitty, Spice&Kitty
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratings소설 속 남편의 손에 죽는 악녀가 되었다. 정확히는 아버지와 오빠에게 정략결혼의 도구로 이용당하다죽는 악역 조연으로. 어느 날, 망할 아버지가 기어이 내 다섯 번째 신랑을 물어왔다. 문제는 그 상대가 바로 날 죽일 남편이자, 훗날 가문을 몰락시킬. 북부 최고의 성기사라는 것. 일단은 살길을 찾아야 한다. 원작에선 내가 죽일 시누이를 살릴 방법을 찾는 데 앞서,. 남편의 냉대, 북부인들의 경멸과 견제, 공작가 사람들의 멸시 등등. 난관이 많지만, 이곳 사람들한테 무해하게 보이다 보면. 나중에 목숨은 살려주지 않을까. “전 당신한테 반해버렸어요! ”. 그러니까 제발 살려줘! -
The Path of the Storm by James Maxwell
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 32 ratingsTwo years have passed since the war, yet without essence the Empire's economy has collapsed. Trade is at a standstill, famine sets in, and, with no food and no essence, the people begin to riot. In the midst of the growing unrest, Miro struggles to balance his life with Amber against his resolve to keep threats to the Empire at bay... -
Prince & Knight: Tale of the Shadow King by Daniel Haack
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThis follow-up to Prince & Knight is an inclusive, modern fairy tale for young readers! Praise for Prince & Knight:. "Victorious . . . the premier queer-friendly fairy tale. " -Kirkus Reviews, starred review. "An illuminating fairy tale for young readers to be able to see that not every prince would like to marry a princess. " -School Library Journal... -
Kings of the North by Elizabeth Moon
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsPeace and order have been restored to the kingdoms of Tsaia and Lyonya, thanks to the crowning of Mikeli of Tsaia and the half-elven mercenary Kieri Phelan as their respective kings. But trouble is brewing. Mikeli cannot rule safely as long as the few remaining Verrakaien magelords are at large... -
The Mageborn Traitor by Melanie Rawn
Rated: 4.16 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsThe second volume of the Exiles series pits sister against sister in a battle of magic, power, and long-held family secrets. For generations, the Mage Guardians and the Lords of Malerris have waged a secret war against one another—and the world of Lenfell has paid the price... -
Imager's Challenge by L.E. Modesitt Jr., William Dufris
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 31 ratingsImager's Challenge takes up immediately after the conclusion of Imager. Still recovering from injuries received in foiling the plots of the Ferran envoy, Rhenn is preparing to take up his new duties as imager liaison to the Civic Patrol of L'Excelsis. No sooner has he assumed his new position than he discovers two things... -
Limits of Power by Elizabeth Moon
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsElizabeth Moon is back with the fourth adventure in her bestselling fantasy epic. Moon brilliantly weaves a colorful tapestry of action, betrayal, love, and magic set in a richly imagined world that stands alongside those of such fantasy masters as George R. R. Martin and Robin Hobb. The unthinkable has occurred in the kingdom of Lyonya... -
The Study of Magic by Maria V. Snyder
Frankly, I think death is the best cure for stupidity. As Chief of Ixia’s Security, Valek’s work is never done. After rescuing Commander Ambrose with, Yelena, his heartmate’s, help and seeing her off to Sitia, Valek discovers the nefarious scheme to overthrow their country is far more complex and far reaching than anyone could have guessed...Categorized as:
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Echoes of Betrayal by Elizabeth Moon
Rated: 4.16 of 5 stars · 28 ratingsAll is not well in the Eight Kingdoms. In Lyonya, King Kieri is about to celebrate marriage to his beloved, the half-elf Arian. But uncanny whispers from the spirits of his ancestors continue to warn of treachery and murder, and a finger of suspicion points in a shocking direction... -
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A Time of Omens by Katharine Kerr
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 32 ratings“This grand saga is by a wide margin the best Celtic fantasy around. ”— Chicago Sun-Times. In Deverry the volatile history of humanity continues as a dashing young king journeys to his throne in disguise, fulfilling an ancient prophecy... -
The Archer's Heart Book Two by Astrid Amara
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn the ancient kingdom of Marhavad, noblemen dominate the lower castes, wielding mystic weapons, known as shartas, against any who oppose them. For generations the rule of Marhavad’s kings has been absolute. But now the line of succession is divided, and whispers of revolution are heard in even the royal palace. Keshan Adaru, an outspoken man of unearthly charms, welcomes these changes... -
Days of Blood and Fire by Katharine Kerr
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 31 ratingsIn the peaceful land of the Rhiddaer, Jahdo the ratcatcher's son stumbles upon a secret meeting between a city council man and a dangerous, mysterious woman. Suddenly the boy is tangled in a web of intrigue and black magic that drags him far from home. In the company of a blind bard, Jahdo must travel to Deverry to unravel the evil that binds him... -
Ravenminder by Lindsay Cummings
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsA kingdom at war. A girl with a gift. A destiny to be revealed. Your new romantic fantasy obsession awaits in this captivating epic adventure, perfect for fans of Jennifer L. Armentrout and Sarah J. Maas. ………. The sky is a dangerous place for a girl without wings. In the war-torn kingdom of Lordach, Ezer has spent two years as the Ravenminder of Rendegard... -
Overtaken: Bonus Epilogue by K.F. Breene
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsWhat happens next? Do Shanti and Cayan live Happily Ever After? Will they have a brood of Gifted children? To answer some of your burning questions, we give you the Bonus Epilogue. Available from K. F. Breene's website under Books > Bonus Material. -
Crown of Renewal by Elizabeth Moon
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsAcclaimed author Elizabeth Moon spins gripping, richly imagined epic fantasy novels that have earned comparisons to the work of such authors as Robin Hobb and Lois McMaster Bujold. In this volume, Moon’s brilliant masterwork reaches its triumphant conclusion. The mysterious reappearance of magery throughout the land has been met with suspicion, fear, and violence... -
The Hidden Relic by James Maxwell
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 33 ratingsThe second book in the epic Evermen Saga. With the fate of their homeland still in jeopardy, siblings Ella and Miro must face the Primate’s evil as he discovers a new technique: a way to extract essence from human blood. The Primate has been temporarily defeated, but his home was once inhabited by the Evermen, and their ancient secrets still remain there... -
For Crown and Kingdom by Grace Draven, Jeffe Kennedy
~Two fantasy romance tales by bestselling and award winning authors Jeffe Kennedy and Grace Draven~. ***The Crown of the Queen: a novella of the Twelve Kingdoms by Jeffe Kennedy. It's been a lifetime since librarian Dafne Mailloux saw the coronation of the tyrant who destroyed her family. She did her part to pull him off the High Throne... -
Talonsister by Jen Williams
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsUncover a magical past that refuses to be forgotten in a world of mythical creatures and ruthless religion in this brand-new duology from the multi-award winning author of The Ninth Rain, perfect for fans of John Gwynne and Andrea Stewart. Leven has no memory of her life before she was a soldier... -
Warheart by Terry Goodkind
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 31 ratingsTerry Goodkind's New York Times bestseller, Warheart , is the direct sequel to, and the conclusion of, the story begun in The Omen Machine, The Third Kingdom, and Severed Souls. All is lost. Evil will soon consume the D'Haran Empire. Richard Rahl lies on his funeral bier. It is the end of everything. Except what isn't lost is Kahlan Amnell... -
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Hexed and Vexed: A Paranormal Romance by Rebecca Royce
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsThe worst witch in school, Ava Blakely is the girl no one forgets—she’s a Blakely, she’s a potion maker, and her fiancé left her at the altar the year before. When Enforcers whisk her away from her sister’s wedding, she finds herself in the company of Lawson Abramowitz—the hottest, nicest witch she’s ever met. Weirder still—he seems interested in her. ... -
Tides of Tranquility by Nadia Scrieva
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFive years ago, Adlivun defeated the Clan of Zalcan in a crushing victory. Since then, Queen Aazuria has liberated all of the oppressed underwater nations and joined them together under the crown of the Oceanic Empire. Everyone is enjoying this time of peace, prosperity, and rebuilding, when whispers begin to surface that danger might be afoot again... -
The Symphony of Ages Boxed Set I by Elizabeth Haydon
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBoxed Set containing Mass Market Paperback editions of Rhapsody , Prophecy , and Destiny Rhapsody. The brilliant new saga is born . .. Rhapsody is a woman, a Singer of some talent, who is swept up into events of world-shattering import... -
The City of New Aphros by L.B. Benson
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsWarning: The City of New Aphros is the second book in the Andromeda's Account series and this description may include spoilers for book one, The Bartered Soul. After eight years in hiding as a prostitute, former priestess Andromeda never thought she would find love... -
Master of Furies by Raymond E. Feist
From King of Ashes to Queen of Storms, it's all built up to this--the thrilling conclusion to legendary New York Times bestselling author Raymond E. Feist's epic Firemane saga. War has swept across Marquensas. Ruthless raiders have massacred the inhabitants of Beran's Hill, including Gwen, the beloved wife of Declan Smith...Categorized as:
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Sunrunner's Fire by Melanie Rawn
Rated: 4.07 of 5 stars · 32 ratingsAndry, the new Sunrunner Lord of Goddess Keep, must master potentially deadly magical knowledge before he can confront the ancietn foe who nearly destroyed the Sunrunners ages ago. But the enemy is mobilizing to strike again, drawing on forbidden lore to play an ever-shifting game of treachery and betrayal.
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