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Elancer by Jane Washington
At some point, every game has to end. There must be a winner, and there must be a loser. There must be victory at all costs. Behind the cameras, something is shifting. The script is off, and their masks are slipping. The only thing more dangerous than the truth is what they’ll do to keep it hidden, but the walls are closing in and the spotlight is burning brighter than ever... -
![Reign of Stars and Fire by L.J. Andrews]()
Reign of Stars and Fire by L.J. Andrews
Nothing is as it seems. It never was. With darkness spreading across the fae isles, the reluctant raven queen seeks the aid of Calista, the storyteller, and unwittingly falls into a dark tale of twisted fates. To save Ari from being lost in a fae sleep, Saga will reach into the past and uncover deadly secrets left behind by her brother, the last fate king... -
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![The Heroes by Joe Abercrombie]()
The Heroes by Joe Abercrombie
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 57 ratingsThey say Black Dow’s killed more men than winter, and clawed his way to the throne of the North up a hill of skulls. The King of the Union, ever a jealous neighbour, is not about to stand smiling by while he claws his way any higher. The orders have been given and the armies are toiling through the northern mud... -
![Before They Are Hanged by Joe Abercrombie]()
Before They Are Hanged by Joe Abercrombie
The second novel in the wildly popular First Law Trilogy from New York Times bestseller Joe Abercrombie. Superior Glokta has a problem. How do you defend a city surrounded by enemies and riddled with traitors, when your allies can by no means be trusted, and your predecessor vanished without a trace? It's enough to make a torturer want to run -- if he could even walk without a stick... -
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![The Scum Villain's Self-Saving System: Ren Zha Fanpai Zijiu Xitong Vol. 2 by Mò Xiāng Tóng Xiù]()
The Scum Villain's Self-Saving System: Ren Zha Fanpai Zijiu Xitong Vol. 2 by Mò Xiāng Tóng Xiù
[CHARACTER DEPTH LEVEL +10]. Three years have passed since Shen Qingqiu betrayed Luo Binghe, and now there are only two years left before his "deceased" disciple rises from the dead to claim his bloody glory as the protagonist. At least, that's how the story is supposed to go... -
![A Cage of Kingdoms by K.F. Breene]()
A Cage of Kingdoms by K.F. Breene
The resolution of Weston's story in the Wall Street Journal Bestselling Deliciously Dark Fairytales world. He wasn't supposed to fall in love. Weston has made a mess of things. Since he realized the woman he was supposed to find and bring to justice was his true mate, things have spiraled out of control... -
![Hunted Beast by K. Loraine, Meg Anne]()
Hunted Beast by K. Loraine, Meg Anne
She’s everything I want, and I hate her for it. Hate might not be the right emotion for what Dahlia stirs in me. But I can’t have her, so telling myself I don’t want her is the only option. Especially since my dog won’t leave her alone. While I’ve been doing my best to avoid the woman I crave, my pup has taken on the role of her protector. He follows her every chance he gets...Categorized as:
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![The Rebel's Vision by Kristen Banet]()
The Rebel's Vision by Kristen Banet
One declaration was all it took. The Andinna Rebellion has begun. Knowing that the fight will be hard, Mave has taken back the title of Champion. King’s Champion. She’s resolved to stand tall beside King Alchan Andini and fight for him, and to fight for her people. But it’s off to a troubling start... -
![Psycho Gods by Jasmine Mas]()
Psycho Gods by Jasmine Mas
Are you ready for war? Fight for survival and the fate of the realms. I discovered my abilities. .. but that was just the beginning. Malum, Scorpius, and Orion are now fighting for me. Their power is mind-boggling. The carnage staggering. The High Court wants me to control them, but you can't leash monsters. Even with Sadie, Jinx, and John by my side, I'm struggling to survive...Categorized as:
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![The Scum Villain's Self-Saving System: Ren Zha Fanpai Zijiu Xitong Vol. 3 by Mò Xiāng Tóng Xiù]()
The Scum Villain's Self-Saving System: Ren Zha Fanpai Zijiu Xitong Vol. 3 by Mò Xiāng Tóng Xiù
[SATISFACTION POINTS +500! ]To save his sect from destruction, Shen Qingqiu has at last submitted to Luo Binghe--though he wishes people would stop saying it like that! Unfortunately, they're not wrong. Luo Binghe has finally made his desire for his old master clear...Categorized as:
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![How to Defy a Vampire by Alice Winters]()
How to Defy a Vampire by Alice Winters
Finn. Stumbling into a crime scene is pretty typical for me. As a human, joining the VRC has done everything but keep me out of trouble. And now I seem to be playing a part that I’d really rather not play… if I want to keep my head, that is. By my side is my partner Marcus, a vampire who has vowed to tear the world apart—and even a mattress—to keep me safe... -
![A Soul to Steal by Opal Reyne]()
A Soul to Steal by Opal Reyne
All Gideon wanted was a friend. After waking up in the afterlife to discover he died, Gideon has nowhere to go. The world around him feels strange, utterly false, and he struggles to let go of the past he was ripped away from. Gideon never expects his new, monstrous friend to nibble his way into his heart, or give him purpose in death... -
![A Cage of Crimson by K.F. Breene]()
A Cage of Crimson by K.F. Breene
Of all the people in the world, why her? It was supposed to be find the drug maker. Find her, and drag her back to the dragons to deal with. She deserves death for what she's done. For someone like Weston, the best alpha in the world, the one who shuts people up just by walking in the room, it would've been. Until he learns what she is…. Finding a fated mate is nearly impossible... -
![Grim by Joe Arden, D.J. Krimmer]()
Grim by Joe Arden, D.J. Krimmer
We thought death was the end, turns out it’s just the prologue. RUE. I died, briefly. Then I came back. Now I’m determined to make the most of every minute I have left. Only problem is I’ve been saddled with supervision. Kane Deveraux is handsome, smug, and cold as a tombstone. So why does he make me feel something more powerful than death? KANE...Categorized as:
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![Hell Fae Warden by Lexi C. Foss, J.R. Thorn]()
Hell Fae Warden by Lexi C. Foss, J.R. Thorn
“Why am I naked and tied to a chair? ”. Because you’re in Hell, little rebel. My hell. Camillia De la Croix isn’t human. She’s a Halfling Hell Fae with a fiery spirit and a will that refuses to break. The rebellious beauty escaped my dungeon. Fled Hell. Then f*cked off to Fae only knows where. Now I’m paying the price of her little jaunt around the fae realms... -
![The Fall of the Orc by Finley Fenn]()
The Fall of the Orc by Finley Fenn
The orc broke him in battle. Now he’s aiming for his heart…. In a world of warring orcs and men, Lieutenant Aulis Gerrard can’t afford to lose one more battle. But when he faces off against the biggest, most brutal berserker in the orcs’ war-band, he knows he’s met his doom…. Until the deadly orc drops his axe. Draws Gerrard close. And orders him… to run... -
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Hell on Wheels by Nikki Landis
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNo one is safe in the city of sin. Flint “Maddog” Shepherd is used to moving through the shadows. As a Marine veteran who served two tours overseas, he’s become skilled at hiding in plain sight and eliminating the enemy. When a bomb took the lives of his entire unit, he returned home a scarred and broken man. The nightmares from his past still play havoc with his head... -
![The Mercenary's Bounty by Kristen Banet]()
The Mercenary's Bounty by Kristen Banet
With freedom, comes uncertainty, and with uncertainty, comes mistakes. Mave has been making a lot of those. As she draws closer to the Free Cities of Olost, she finds herself juggling between learning about her people, and learning the nuances of the males around her... -
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Unbound by Penelope Bloom
Nineteen-year-old Nessa Thorne expects death when she volunteers for Empire's selection. Instead, she's thrust into Confluence Academy, where students harness elemental magic and bond powerful beasts—from wolves to ancient dragons—forging themselves into the Empire's most lethal weapons. Students are branded by water, air, earth, or fire. But Nessa’s mark is different...Categorized as:
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![Dragon Breeder 2 by Dante King]()
Dragon Breeder 2 by Dante King
My name is Michael Noctis, and less than a week ago, I bonded with a Chaos Dragon. A day ago, I merged with this dragon in a way that made me superhuman. And only a moment ago, I learned that I was a Dragon Breeder. Who said you couldn't juggle being a father to dragons while attending a military academy filled with beautiful dragonmancers? -
![Blood and Malice by Sarah Piper]()
Blood and Malice by Sarah Piper
A gut-wrenching betrayal leads to a mysterious and unexpected reunion, but will Haley and her monsters survive the vicious warlord’s cruel games? And what about the battles of their own hearts? More details coming soon!Categorized as:
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![Sparrow in the Woods by Shona Knight]()
Sparrow in the Woods by Shona Knight
Broken, scared, and running from her abusive past, the last thing Odessa expects is the chance to escape to a new world, but what if the men in that world are determined to break her for good? Odessa. Growing up a social pariah, my parents were the only bright spot in my life. So when they suddenly pass away, I’m left on my own, with a broken heart. That is, until he shows up... -
![Loving Amir by Tessa Stone]()
Loving Amir by Tessa Stone
In a world where love defies time and destiny, can a quiet artist embrace her fate with a supernatural king? In my quiet life of painting and solitude, my only companion is my elderly neighbor, Sarah. She encourages me to seek love, but I feel as though I'm waiting for someone special...Categorized as:
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Dark Paradise: Skulls and Scythes MC by Katie May, Ann Denton
Rated: 4.18 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsMC Syndicates. The only way in is by blood, the only way out is by death. Blood in, blood out. MC Syndicates is a shared universe, crafted by a set of USA Today and International Bestselling authors, that feature an array of paranormal species, savage dominant men, and strong heroines. These stories are all set in the same world and can be read within any order... -
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![A World of Lost Words by Jane Washington]()
A World of Lost Words by Jane Washington
I was born with a shadow inside me, a beast clawing and ripping its way to freedom. I was born with a clock inside me, the tick-ticking of my heartbeat drawing us all closer to the inevitable, the inescapable. The end of everything. And now, finally, it has arrived. The world is burning, the souls are screaming, the castles are crumbling... -
![Devourer of Men by Nikki St. Crowe]()
Devourer of Men by Nikki St. Crowe
I have few friends and fewer allies. What I do have on the island of Everland is a lot of people who want me gone. So when the Crocodile and Captain Hook reappear in my life, I am in no mood. And worse, they’re unknowingly endangering themselves by asking for me by a name I long considered dead... -
![Hellbound With You by KazzenlX]()
Hellbound With You by KazzenlX
“Little lamb, let me tell you this. You’re standing before the gates of hell right now. Doing this means ruining your life. Are you ready to step down to hell with me? ”. As the silence dragged on, the man’s lips curved up into a triumphant, mocking smile and his hand landed on her head. He ruffled her hair and leaned in on her. “Hell is not a good place, at least for a little lamb like you...Categorized as:
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Obsessively Yours by Jamie Applegate Hunter
Obsessively Yours is a standalone novel in a series of interconnected standalones. While the books may contain mild spoilers for each other, the plots are not that serious, and the books can be read in any order. Roman... -
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A Bride for the Winter King by Anya J. Cosgrove
Can the Winter King truly love? Or am I doomed to follow his past queens to the grave? I’m a shadow huntress in dire need of revenge. When a Fae prince asks me to participate in the Yule pageant and spy on the Winter King, I rise to the occasion. He tells me I’m a ringer for the dead queen, and that I don’t have to win the pageant or get married in the end...Categorized as:
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![In Death We Part by M. Bonnet]()
In Death We Part by M. Bonnet
My routine was simple - classes, work, repeat - then an unearthed family secret changed everything. Four mysterious men shattered my life and stomped on the pieces until I had nothing left. They were strangers to me, but I was no stranger to them. They had been watching me… waiting until the time was right to strike...Categorized as:
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![The Demon Prince by Amanda Aggie]()
The Demon Prince by Amanda Aggie
For years, I’ve had dreams about talking to the Devil. They’re not nightmares, in fact, they’re far from it, but they’re not normal either. Honestly, I’m not even sure what about my life is. .. I’m a witch that sucks at casting magic. My hair has a mind of its own. I’ve scared the crap out of my roommate countless times by floating while I sleep. Oh, and let’s not forget the icing on the cake...Categorized as:
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![Captive of the Pirate King by Rebecca F. Kenney]()
Captive of the Pirate King by Rebecca F. Kenney
Veronica wants nothing more than to find her brother, who sailed away years ago. But when Veronica's ship is captured by pirates, she's determined to save her own skin, while keeping her magic and her gender a secret. Disguised as male, she finagles a spot as a cabin boy aboard the buccaneers' vessel--which is bound for Ravensbeck, a stronghold where the Pirate King holds sway...Categorized as:
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![The Inkwater Witch by Atley Wykes]()
The Inkwater Witch by Atley Wykes
Pain provides clarity. Suffering builds strength. Mercy is a weakness. Mardella believed the lessons etched into her skin and memory would prevent her from ever being captive to another again. She was wrong. After a disastrous encounter in her enchanted swamp, she finds herself in chains and her magic bound at the feet of her enemy...Categorized as:
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![Blood of Hercules by Jasmine Mas]()
Blood of Hercules by Jasmine Mas
A sarcastically funny, dark fantasy romance reimagining of Hercules from Amazon bestselling author Jasmine Mas. I'm just a girl. And it turns out, I'm Hercules. I'm struggling to survive in a Titan infested world where Spartans, immortals from twelve royal families who have god-like powers and obscene wealth, rule over all...Categorized as:
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Enticed by Sylvia Mercedes
Five years ago, she devastated his world. Now, he needs her to help him save it. A short story set in the Prince of the Doomed City series, tells certain events from the Prince's point-of-view . . . particularly his reactions to seeing her for the first time in that dress.Categorized as:
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![Caged by Fallen Crows : Part One by Ava Larksen]()
Caged by Fallen Crows : Part One by Ava Larksen
Living together? That's a war Graysen was never trained for. Imprisoned in Graysen's tower, Nelle Wychthorn finds herself ensnared by something far more dangerous than chains. The sway is awakening. His tamer influence bleeds into her thoughts, seizing hold of her will—and he doesn't even know it. If he ever discovers the hold he already has… she's lost. Escape is her only chance...Categorized as:
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![Someone You Can Build a Nest In by John Wiswell]()
Someone You Can Build a Nest In by John Wiswell
Discover this creepy, charming monster-slaying fantasy romance—from the perspective of the monster—by Nebula Award-winning debut author John Wiswell. Shesheshen has made a mistake fatal to all monsters: she's fallen in love. Shesheshen is a shapeshifter, who happily resides as an amorphous lump at the bottom of a ruined manor... -
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Selah Gothic by Kat Blackthorne
From bestselling author of occult sensation The Halloween Boys, comes a sinfully fictional religious & dystopian story of naughty exorcism and sinful desires steeped in gothic mystery and lore. Now I lay me down to sleep. Impure thoughts sent me spiraling toward my fate. I was the holy daughter of Lady of Sorrows Church. The one meant to bring millions to faith in God... -
![Tragically Yours by Jamie Applegate Hunter]()
Tragically Yours by Jamie Applegate Hunter
This is a standalone story in the Fae Kings of Eden world. Books 1-3 take place over the same time period, in different kingdoms, and revolve around different couples. They can be read in any order. No one would take her from him, and if they tried, they would arrive in hell one piece at a time. FAWN. Being half-human and half-fae had always made Fawn an outsider... -
![Wicked Villains by Marion Blackwood]()
Wicked Villains by Marion Blackwood
After finishing their mission together, both Callan and Audrey find themselves in a position they did not expect. Their feelings towards each other have changed. And so has the power balance. While trapped in an entirely new situation, Audrey and Callan will have to sort through their tangled emotions and figure out how to handle their complicated relationship... -
![Leaves May Fall by Carissa Hardcastle]()
Leaves May Fall by Carissa Hardcastle
When it comes to fate, where is the line between being predestined and being condemned? Merriam was born a regular girl in a mundane world. Mollian is a fae prince whose family is charged with guarding the Gate that binds every existence together. Both of their lives were forever changed when they met in the woods as children, sparking a bond in their souls deeper than either of them understood... -
![The Book of G by Lily Archer]()
The Book of G by Lily Archer
A classic villain tells his own story . I have a glorious past full of achievement and renown. I mean, I feel like I must, right? The problem is, I can’t remember it. I can’t even remember my own name. I was found in a river, body mangled and face scarred, with nothing to identify me besides a single embroidered letter...Categorized as:
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![Prey for Rabbit by Aiden Pierce]()
Prey for Rabbit by Aiden Pierce
The silver wolf thinks I’m his prey. Little does he know, he’s mine. The rabbit shifters and the werewolves have had a truce for centuries. Our burrow sets three of our kind loose in the woods on Easter to be hunted, to be slaughtered like the prey we are. Then, the wolves leave us alone for the rest of the year... -
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![Barbi and The Villain by Veronica Lancet]()
Barbi and The Villain by Veronica Lancet
She's an awkward bookworm. He's a fictional character in her favorite book. When Barbara “Barbi” Bancroft mysteriously receives an unreleased manuscript from her favorite book series, she can’t curb her excitement. But when she gets sucked into the story—literally—she finds herself in the fantastical realm of Akkaya... -
![Mountains Made of Glass by Scarlett St. Clair]()
Mountains Made of Glass by Scarlett St. Clair
"Could you love me? " he whispered. The question stole my breath and burned my lungs in the silence that followed. I wanted to answer, to whisper yes into the space between us, but I was afraid. All Gesela's life, her home village of Elk has been cursed. And it isn't a single curse—it is one after another, each to be broken by a villager, each with devastating consequences... -
![Only Perfect Omegas by Rosemary A. Johns]()
Only Perfect Omegas by Rosemary A. Johns
I was warned…. …don’t fall for the sinfully beautiful werewolves. But even a badass witch can’t resist three scorching hot shifters, even if they’re my deadly enemy in an ancient war. They call me the Crimson Tide. I’m the last of the Wolf Charmers: hunted witches whose magical powers control wolves... -
![A Hellish Year One by Eva Brandt]()
A Hellish Year One by Eva Brandt
Abandon all hope, ye who enter here. The Academy of the Devil is waiting, and there will be no mercy. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been the girl who didn’t fit in, the girl who collapsed in the middle of class, just because my brain decided to turn on me. I can’t really complain, though. We don’t live in the Middle Ages, so I have yet to be subjected to an exorcism... -
![Marked by the Sea by J.P. Sina]()
Marked by the Sea by J.P. Sina
I feared the sea, but he dragged me beneath the waves. The Handlers came and left. They took my best friend, but I was untouched. After graduation, I didn’t have amazing plans. I just wanted to stay home. But my parents had other ideas. Forced to join them on a vacation,. I found myself on an island surrounded by water. Dragged a boat,. I had no choice but to face my fears...Categorized as:
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![Viciously Yours by Jamie Applegate Hunter]()
Viciously Yours by Jamie Applegate Hunter
"I don't need a line to know what's considered good or bad, but if I did, there isn't a line I wouldn't cross for you. ". When Rennick was thirteen, the gods bestowed upon him the name of his fated mate--a human (italics) girl...Categorized as:
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