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Ashes to Ashes by Karina Halle
Rated: 4.45 of 5 stars · 36 ratingsIt’s been two months since Perry Palomino and Dex Foray’s relationship reached a new turning point, two months since Perry started a new life in Seattle, and two months since their Experiment in Terror show took on a new partner, ex-Wine Babe Rebecca Sims, and found a new level of success. But whenever there is light in their lives, the madness still has a way of coming back in... -
Chosen by Vanessa Nelson
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsDemons on the loose. Ritual murders. An ancient vampire breathing down her neck.Some days Max just doesn't know where to start. The problems facing her city are piling up, and there seems no end or solution in sight.Max's job used to be dealing with supernatural creatures... -
Called by Vanessa Nelson
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsIn a city full of rising tension, with people going missing or turning up dead, can Max resist the call to help?When Max tries to intervene to prevent an assault and it goes horribly wrong, she wants nothing more than to keep her head down and get on with her job. She does not want to answer calls for help, not even from Bryce, the Order warrior who seems willing to give her a second chance... -
Kelpies Don't Fly by Kim McDougall
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 22 ratingsCritter wrangler rule #15: Always look a gift horse in the mouth. And if it has sharp teeth, never, never get on its back.For ten years, Kyra Greene thought she was the only Valkyrie this side of the rainbow bridge. Until she gets a stunning message from her cousin, Gunora, asking for bail money.But facing the ghosts of her past isn’t on Kyra’s to-do list... -
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Forged by Vanessa Nelson
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsBlood may be thicker than water, but not all families are meant to stay together.Struggling to maintain her independence, and the life she has fought so hard to build, Max finally learns the truth about her own origins and her family.Max has no time to absorb the shocking news... -
Mob Sorcery 2 by K.D. Robertson
Rated: 4.73 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsVince finds himself going up in the underworld, but the mafia is far from the only gang in town.The city is abuzz with an international sorcerer's conference, and the mayor is cracking down hard on anything that might make him look bad. But Vince is out to get that bag. That means fulfilling his enforcer contract for the mob, police crackdown be damned... -
Dark Peril by Feehan C Christine Feehan
Rated: 4.26 of 5 stars · 36 ratingsDominic of the Dragonseeker lineage - one of the most powerful lines the Carpathian people has - infiltrates the heart of the enemy camp to learn their plans. This is a one-way mission: he plans to get in fast, relay the information and go down fighting - an honourable way to end his life. But a complication lies ahead... -
Cloaked by Vanessa Nelson
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsThe world itself in peril. Arrow’s sleep is being disturbed by nightmares that she cannot remember when awake. Her days are spent trying to build her new, simple, life in the human world and helping the shape-changers track down the last conspirators that tried to destroy the Erith. But the Erith want her help one last time... -
The Neon Boneyard by Craig Schaefer
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsDaniel Faust has clawed his way from the gutter to a penthouse suite, carving a bloody swath across the Las Vegas underworld. He's buried his enemies and more than a few friends along the way. If there's one thing a modern-day sorcerer knows for certain, though, it's that the past never stays buried forever... -
Came Back Haunted by Karina Halle
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsA lot can change in three years.For Perry and Dex Foray, it’s been a step in the right direction, a step toward living a normal life. They’re happily married, they have their own media company, they’ve done what they can to leave their sordid and scary past behind them.But something has changed recently. Perry’s biological clock is ticking.Her sister, Ada, is going down the same path she once did... -
The Castle Doctrine by Craig Schaefer
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsOut of prison and back on the streets, Daniel Faust returns home to a city on fire. The Chicago mob is making their play for control of Las Vegas, with an army of gunmen and a lethal shapeshifter on their side, while Daniel's friend Jennifer marshals the forces of the Vegas underworld... -
Werepanther 8: Paranormal Hunter by Logan Jacobs
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMy crew of badass women and I have officially decimated the Order of the Nile, freed the legions of paranormal creatures the AON were using for gladiator fights, and seized possession of an awesome mansion. My business ventures are also booming, so things are definitely looking up.But there’s still the issue of several rogue Egyptian gods who are out for my head... -
Succubus Lord 9 by Eric Vall
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsJacob and his friends might have made it out of Hell, but now they face something even more daunting: Heaven. Someone has been killing in Jacob’s name, and the Exalted One and his minions are not happy. Now, Jake’s on trial, and he’s got to figure out how to clear his name. In order to do that, he must gain allies, battle evil cultists, and take on Demon King Beelzebub himself... -
Betrayed by Vanessa Nelson
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA missing war mage. Death in the heartland. Settling into her new life in the human world, the last thing Arrow expects is a request for aid from the Erith. The Erith’s favourite war mage is missing and Arrow is asked to investigate. For the first time in her life, she is allowed into the Erith’s fabled heartland... -
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A Usual Suspect by Vanessa Nelson
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsShe can see the truth, but when she's accused of murder, no one believes she's innocent.Hallie works as a skip tracer - hunting down people wanted by the law, for one reason or another. It's not glamourous, and it doesn't pay all that well. But it's legal work, and that's hard to come by in the cramped quarters of old town... -
The Last Witch: Vol 3.5 by M.J. Lawrie
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsIt's been six months since Lilly Hooper reunited with her family, friends, and magic.The Arcane Realm offers freedom and safety for all the witches who are rebuilding their lives and healing.But things are not as straightforward or as easy as they all hoped they would be... -
The Killing Floor Blues by Craig Schaefer
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsNobody has ever escaped from the Iceberg. It's a privately-owned prison deep in the Mojave Desert, staffed by brutal guards and surrounded by desolate wasteland. Inside the walls, gangs and predators are constant threats; outside the walls, there's nothing but a sniper's bullet or a slow death in the desert heat... -
Succubus Lord 8 by Eric Vall
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsJacob and his succubi have defeated Azazel, and now Jacob is the Demon King of the Fourth Circle. But that doesn’t mean the war’s over yet. Now that he’s king, Jake has to figure out how to rule in Hell, keep from being stabbed in the back by the other Demon Lords and Kings, and somehow stay under Lucifer’s radar. There’s no rest for the wicked, and certainly no rest for a Succubus King... -
Tainted by Vanessa Nelson
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsPeace at breaking point. A dark and ambitious conspiracy. A lethal adversary. Woken from sleep by intruders, Arrow is shocked to realise that humans have managed to break through her wards. This was no simple break-in. It quickly becomes clear this was just part of a series, and the Erith's ancient enemies may be involved... -
Werepanther 5: Paranormal Hunter by Logan Jacobs
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMy life has definitely changed since I discovered I was a werepather, but I would argue it’s changed for the better.Instead of a broke college student, I’m the owner of a lucrative lounge, and business just keeps getting better. Money is flowing in hand over fist, and I have my pick of sexy, intelligent, badass women... -
Demon Hunter: Life Debt by Michael Dalton
Jimmy has reached a pinnacle of power that few sorcerers achieve. With a coven of powerful witches and immortals, there are few in Hell or Heaven who dare oppose him.But all is not well. Something is lacking in Jimmy’s life – something he’s never truly known.Family... -
Succubus Lord 13 by Eric Vall
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsJake has finally succeeded in destroying two prongs of the Unholy Trio. Now, all that’s left is Public Enemy Number Beelzebub. The Lord of Flies won’t concede the Eighth Circle without a fight, though, so Jake has to find a way to power up, and fast. The answer? Hellfire. More specifically, the black Hellfire of fear... -
Succubus Lord 16 by Eric Vall
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsLucifer is trying to kickstart the Apocalypse, but Jacob and his allies aren’t about to let that happen.But when a prophecy is revealed, thwarting the Prince of Darkness involves a field trip to the last place Jake expected.Vatican City... -
Succubus Lord 17 by Eric Vall
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCaorthannach, Mother of all Demons and Lucifer’s ex, has been unleashed upon the world, and The Exalted One and the Devil have called a truce to deal with this new problem.Now, Cao is Public Enemy Number 1, and it’s up to Jacob and his Demon Lords to bring her down... -
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The Bonds of Blood by Becca Andre
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsBorn without a heartbeat or a soul, James Huntsman has never felt part of the mortal world. It’s an insecurity his abusive brothers reinforced daily, and with his very existence bound to theirs through the alchemically altered blood they share, James has always been at their mercy. All that changed when James found a home within the magical community and fell in love... -
Revealed by Vanessa Nelson
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsA killer caught, the mastermind still at large, and an exile growing into her power. Arrow’s freedom from the Erith is finally in her grasp. But there is a rogue magician at large. Ruthless, determined, skilled in unclean magic, the powerful rogue threatens everyone and everything, including the life Arrow wants to live... -
Dark Hope by Christine Feehan
Silke Vriese Reinders knows a war is coming. The demon slayer has seen it over and over again in the cards—and the battle won’t just be for the survival of her remote village, but for all mankind. Silke knows the only way to win will be with the help of the Carpathians... -
Haunted by Barbara Cartland
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsAfter serving with distinction in his Regiment with the Duke of Wellington, civilian life bores the handsome Marquis of Heroncourt and he fills his time with empty affaires de coeur that bore him even more. But when his demure, humbly-dressed but beautiful young neighbour Lady Mimosa Field arrives unannounced at his ancestral home, Heron Hall, to beg for his help, he is instantly intrigued... -
Wicked Hex by Megan Montero
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsSome powers come with a price… My life is unrecognizable. I’ve never been in more danger. I thought I was safe at Evermore Academy. I thought we were finally making progress in this war. I thought I had people I could trust.I thought I could always count on Tucker…I thought wrong. But now all that’s changed. Alataris is coming for me with everything he's got, and no one is safe... -
A Plain-Dealing Villain by Craig Schaefer
Rated: 4.18 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsIt's hard to make a dishonest buck in Sin City, especially when a rogue FBI agent is gunning for your head. Flat broke and one step ahead of the law, Daniel Faust flees Vegas and lands in Chicago, where a risky heist promises to fill his pockets with cash... -
The Alchemist's Flame by Becca Andre
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsNow that the local hospital is using her burn salve, master alchemist Addie Daulton has become a celebrity. The positive press will go a long way in helping her redeem alchemy’s reputation, but Addie wishes the media would stop calling her the Flame Lord’s alchemist. She doesn’t need his sanction to validate her skills... -
Welcome to Heathen Row by Logan Jacobs
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsNo one knows why it started, but the monster invasion all began right here, in Heathen Row.Ever since, men all over the world have been on the menu. And women have been at the frontlines, hunting the predators.But in a world where women are over-armed, over-paid, and under-satiated, Chris Hart isn’t staying safe inside while the monsters come out to feast... -
A Bridge to Nowhereland by Donna Augustine
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsI worked hard, everything I planned almost within my grasp,and then one flicker in time, mere seconds, and it’s all gone. Now I’m starting at zero, stuck in a place called the outpost, which is neither here nor there but some limbo land for those who haven’t transitioned.I’m sleeping in a broom closet, choking on fumes, while everyone declares me useless... -
Dig Two Graves by Craig Schaefer
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDaniel Faust is back from hell and out for blood. He has a new face and a deadly mission: to find the tiger-queen Naavarasi and his own traitorous brother, and put them both six feet underground.But when Naavarasi’s shape-shifting minions abduct one of Daniel’s own, it’s time for a desperate rescue... -
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The Fifth Essence by Becca Andre
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAddie Daulton has never backed down from a challenge. After all, doing the impossible is what makes her a master alchemist. So when she learns that her best friend, James Huntsman, has been banished from the mortal world, she believes she can get him back. But finding James isn’t her only problem... -
Succubus Lord 10 by Eric Vall
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSo, Jacob’s the son of Lucifer. Unfortunately, he can’t think about that right now, because several Demon Kings are still trying to kill his ass and take over the Fourth Circle. Jake’s not about to let that happen. He needs to get more powerful, and fast. To do that, he needs more Demon Lords... -
Succubus Lord 11 by Eric Vall
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsJacob now has seven newly minted Demon Lords, but his plate is still plenty full.The Unholy Trio of Baphomet, Gressil, and Beelzebub are still out to kill him, so Jake’s gotta stay one step ahead of the game.Good thing he has dozens of new succubi all vying to become his next Demon Lords... -
Succubus Lord 14: Swimsuit Edition by Eric Vall
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsJake and his friends have finally taken down Beezlebub, and now six of the nine Circles of Hell are under their control.So, it’s time for a little vacation. Complete with beaches and all the hot succubi in sexy swimsuits!Unfortunately, Jake’s down time is interrupted by a mild inconvenience.The Apocalypse, End Times, or otherwise known as the End of the World... -
Darkbeam Part II by Adrienne Woods
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsPlease note that this is not for YA Audience like the Dragonian Series Everyone knows the Rubicon is predestined for evil, and the alpha dragon does nothing to change their opinions of him. What they don't know is that he harbors a secret, a secret that can set him free, but also trap him forever... -
Red Rain by R.S. Black
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsRed Rain Pandora has been through hell and back. Literally. She’s been kidnapped and tortured, found freedom, and then lost it all over again. She’s now the newest pawn in the age-old war between Heaven and Hell. The Triad owns her mark, Asher owns her heart, but the demon Wrath might just own her soul. Death—aka Dean—is her constant companion in these final days... -
False Value by Ben Aaronovitch
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 38 ratingsNow in hardcover, the eighth book of the bestselling Rivers of London urban fantasy series returns to the adventures of Peter Grant, detective and apprentice wizard, as he solves magical crimes in the city of London.Peter Grant is facing fatherhood, and an uncertain future, with equal amounts of panic and enthusiasm... -
Revenge by Everly Frost
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsI am vengeance. A bringer of fury.Love is a blade that could tear me apart.My bond with Striker Draven has been forged in blood.We fought for our freedom only to discover that our enemies are far more powerful than we thought.The Assassin’s Legion is hunting us like the monsters we are.But the students are now my family and I would die to protect them.Just as I would die to protect Striker... -
Howler's Night by Marie Hall
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe Priest was back. Her home was safe. And Pandora had even managed to secure a powerful ally in the Zombie Queen. But in one fell swoop none of it mattered. She’s been abducted by a secret organization known only as the Triad, and they’re conducting experiments, treating her like a lab rat: cutting her open, dissecting her, and keeping her hostage. And she’s slowly going mad... -
The Dread by Gail Z. Martin
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsIn the epic conclusion to the Fallen Kings Cycle, set in the world of The Chronicles of the Necromancer, war has come to the Winter Kingdoms. Summoner-King Tris Drayke takes what remains of his army north for a war he is ill-prepared to fight, as reports from spies confirm Tris's worst fear... -
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The Keepers Box Set by Donna Augustine
Rated: 4.24 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsFor the first time, get all four books in The Alchemy Series in one ebook bundle. Or start the series with The Keepers, free for the Kindle.The KeepersTwo days ago, Jo Davids was a waitress by night and a college kid by day, with the unnerving problem of objects floating around her... -
Witch of All Witches by Donna Augustine
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsI went from being an outcast in Salem, to living in Xest, a world existing solely on magic. I have a good job brokering hopes and wishes, a hot boss, and a cool place to live. My life is a witch’s dream.Except there are a couple of teensy little problems. I might’ve accidentally gotten infused with some magic that didn’t belong to me... -
City of Wolves by Kat Ross
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsWho is the Jack of Wolves?Kasia's cards never lie . . .And all her readings warn of mortal danger. Hunted by the Order of the Black Sun, she flees to a remote manor house in Kvengard. But evil has come to the city. Children are going missing. Ghostly figures haunt the grounds at night...Categorized as:
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Gray Dawn: An Urban Fantasy Series by Laken Cane
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe mysterious Society is coming for my city, my people, and me. Big mistake.I'm not sure if they want to take me or to kill me, but either way, they're going to get a fight. And then there's Alex Peche. I can deal with the attempts on my life, the obsessive vampire master, and the angry wolf, but Alex Peche? The white-haired jerk owns me for the next six months... -
Darkbeam IV by Adrienne Woods
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsPlease note that this is not for YA Audience like the Dragonian SeriesThe 4th Part in the Rubicon's Story.Blake Leaf is experiencing all sorts of new feelings after the Dent, and because of his past, the princess of Paegeia isn't making it easy to trust him.Only time and breaking through her layers will show her that he has changed... -
Texas Showdown by Aaron Crash
Rated: 4.26 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsWinning an empire was the easy part. Keeping it will be harder. After killing Rahaab, the most powerful dragon on Earth, Steven Drokharis knew he’d have to fight to keep what he’d won, but the cabal that killed his father was just the tip of the iceberg...
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