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Dark Song by Christine Feehan
Two Carpathians find hope in the bond that ties their souls in this passionate novel in Christine Feehan’s #1 New York Times bestselling series. Stolen from her home at a young age and tormented for centuries, Elisabeta Trigovise is scared to show herself to anyone... -
![Blood of the Moon by S.D. Simper]()
Blood of the Moon by S.D. Simper
Successful in her quest, Flowridia returns to Staelash for a joyous affair—the long awaited wedding of Marielle and Zorlaeus, an event promising to seal her kingdom and Nox’Kartha as allies. But the price of Ayla’s return, and the sacrifice it demands, weighs heavily on her heart. To do nothing means to live a life of loneliness, but to act would condemn her eternal soul... -
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![Credo by Nashoda Rose]()
Credo by Nashoda Rose
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsNew York Times & USA Today Best Selling Author Nashoda Rose brings a fresh twist to the paranormal romance world with 'the Scars'. An unrequited love. A tortured past. An unbreakable bond. Their love was well-known throughout the immortal world. The powerful Taldeburu Waleron and his Delara. But tragedy struck and tore them apart for years. One believing the other was dead... -
![In The Dark by C.J. Blaire, Katie Wolfe]()
In The Dark by C.J. Blaire, Katie Wolfe
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIsa has spent her entire life serving the Veiled Brotherhood, and the last thing she wants is to fail her mission as an elite assassin. Trained to be silent, swift, and unseen, failure isn't just disgrace––it's punishable. Only now, death hovers in the air as she secretly searches for her parents behind King Elion's back... -
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![The Reaper by Melissa K. Roehrich]()
The Reaper by Melissa K. Roehrich
Before he was the Fire Court Third, he was the Reaper. And before he was the Reaper, he was her Ash Rider. Moranna. The Baroness of a colony hidden away on the Southern Islands. She works tirelessly to keep some of the most powerful Fae of the realm safe from those who seek to use them for their gifts. Or that's what Rayner has always believed... -
![Tear the World Apart by S.D. Simper]()
Tear the World Apart by S.D. Simper
“I will not go out as a candle in the dark—I am The Endless Night, and the whole world will remember it soon. If I must drown this kingdom in blood, so be it. ”. The God of Order marches on, approaching victory with every stride... -
![The Vicious Fae's Love by Lola Glass]()
The Vicious Fae's Love by Lola Glass
I ran from one hot fae guy who wasn't interested in me… and ended up in the arms of another. We're just friends, though, me and Remmo. Just. Friends. Never mind the way he smells. Or the sparks that fly between us--literally. He's showing me around Vevol while I get over my heartbreak, and then we'll go back to our friends and break the temporary mate bond we've created. At least, that's my plan... -
![Fallen Reign by S.L. Jennings]()
Fallen Reign by S.L. Jennings
Yesterday, I had the audacity to imagine a future. One that didn’t include hunting demons hellbent on destroying humanity or being used as a pawn for my father’s revenge. One comprised of a home and a family and all the things I’d longed for as a broken child. Then in the blink of a silver speckled eye, my foolish hope was extinguished, and my world came crumbling down. We stood strong... -
![Monsters by M. Sinclair]()
Monsters by M. Sinclair
If King Mario wanted a war, he would get one. It has been one week since I promised war against the Dark Fae. One week of planning and aligning all the pieces on my board to assure victory. Then he did something unexpected. Now, I have no idea which way to move. Offense? Defense? Offense? Defense? Good news? I’ve got some quality drama to keep me entertained... -
![Fae Exile by Lucia Ashta]()
Fae Exile by Lucia Ashta
Escape the trials, lose the crown—or rebel, risking everything to save the realm. I've exposed the queen for the tyrant she is. Now it's time to show the kingdom of Embermere who I am. A rebellion has been gathering force against the queen. It needs only a spark to gain momentum. It needs the secret heir... -
![Bound by Fate by A.N. Caudle]()
Bound by Fate by A.N. Caudle
Ryker. Lost without his mate, Ryker is driven to the point of madness. He won’t let her escape her shadow. Not this time, not ever. But now, his enemies are threatening what was once lost. Will he find Kya before it’s too late, or will he be forced to choose between his bond and the realm? Kya. Having just evaded the clutches of death, Kya is now bound by the nightmare of her reality... -
![Blade of Demons by Sara C. Roethle]()
Blade of Demons by Sara C. Roethle
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsWhen another ancient is murdered, Lyssandra alone cannot resist Asher’s call. Aiding him means going against the Potentate’s direct orders, and she won’t bring Steifan and Tholdri down with her. But the murder isn’t the only problem. Mysterious shadows stalk a nearby village, and ghouls are roaming free... -
![A Discovery of Witches Vol. 2 of 2 by Deborah Harkness]()
A Discovery of Witches Vol. 2 of 2 by Deborah Harkness
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsA Tale of Survival and Revenge. Saori wakes up in a small village surrounded by mountains. She has no memories of anything that happened previously to arriving here. As she is forced to integrate among the villagers, the dark and macabre history of the place comes to light. Trapped in a village with cold and unwelcome people, the girl wants to find a way out and beyond the mysterious mountains... -
![A Monarch's Fall by J.K. Jeffrey]()
A Monarch's Fall by J.K. Jeffrey
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe kingdom is splintering, and every power is hungry for the same prize — Percy Flores. Torn from Selene’s side and trapped in the power games of those who would use her, Percy uncovers the truth of her bloodline. But knowledge comes at a cost, and every secret makes her a target. Meanwhile, Selene Borealis is being pushed toward the throne and away from the woman she would burn the world for... -
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![Forgotten Curse by C.M. Owens]()
Forgotten Curse by C.M. Owens
Araya Crush has suffered another broken heart after falling for Hale again, and she has started all over once more. But fate is meddling in her will to stay away this time, making it almost impossible to push her feelings aside. Her full blood hasn't given up his rights to her either, and she finds herself constantly falling into his consoling arms...Categorized as:
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![The Witches' Blade by A.K. Mulford]()
The Witches' Blade by A.K. Mulford
A magic sword. A powerful curse. An untested fae princess. Eighteen-year-old Ruadora Dammacus now possesses the Immortal Blade. But when Rua discovers the Northern King’s uncle is alive and has cast a spell on a blue witch army, she realizes that the battle is just beginning. Venturing into the Northern Court, Rua finds herself with an unlikely ally in the new King... -
![A Vampire’s Mate: A Dark Protectors/Rebels Novella by Rebecca Zanetti]()
A Vampire’s Mate: A Dark Protectors/Rebels Novella by Rebecca Zanetti
There’s nothing Jasper Maxwell likes better than a good chase. He is patient and cunning, and he is known as one of the coldest hunters in the immortal realm. As a vampire with a hint of demon blood in him, he stands out even amongst the finest trackers in the shifter world... -
![Dance of the Phoenix by Sapir A. Englard]()
Dance of the Phoenix by Sapir A. Englard
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn a tantalizing follow-up to Blood of the Gods, author Sapir A. Englard returns underground to the dangerous world of vampires, where war looms on the horizon and jealousy courses through cold veins. Aileen Henderson is still finding her bearings among the vampires... -
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Pompous by Elle Lincoln
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsI'm chaotic power and charmed trouble,. Like a hell-broth that boils and bubbles. .. No one and I mean no one is prepared for the wrath I am about to inflict. .. (Preorder will get moved up! ). Pompous is Book 3 in a 5 Book series full of magic, chaos and one witch who refuses to choose between all the demons vying for her attention (contains MMFMM). This book ends on a cliffhanger... -
![Rise of the Alpha by Cassie Lein, Bre Rose]()
Rise of the Alpha by Cassie Lein, Bre Rose
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe following has been instilled in me from the day I was born…. 1) Our pack is the best. 2) Everyone else is inferior and beneath us. 3) Women are purely for producing powerful male pups and sexual gratification. I hate it, the whole mentality of the Exodus Pack repulses me. When a rare opportunity presents itself to escape the confines and everyday scrutiny of the pack I loathe, I pounce on it... -
![Sacrificed to the Fae King: The Complete Series by Lola Glass]()
Sacrificed to the Fae King: The Complete Series by Lola Glass
Marry the king, save the world. When the fae came, their magic brought destruction that only stopped when we offered them the one thing they. Wives for their kings. I was selected "at random". Sacrificed to the fae. But the sexy, infuriating king I'm paired with doesn't want my body or soul; he wants my help. Thanks to some kind of prophecy, he and his people think I can get them back home... -
![A Vow of Shadow and Blood by Charlene Antrobus]()
A Vow of Shadow and Blood by Charlene Antrobus
An enemies-to-lovers romantic fantasy perfect for fans of Penn Cole, Sable Sorensen, and Rebecca Yarros. In the Kingdom of Kalyn, humans are good for two things. Hunting and owning. Adina Barron was bred to serve the ruling-class vampires. Owned from birth by Blackwood House, her only desire has been to keep herself and her sister safe. But Adina harbors a dark secret... -
![Seduce My Soul by Yumoyori Wilson]()
Seduce My Soul by Yumoyori Wilson
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe seduction in my blood leads me to find not one, but two mates. Will it help me discover where I stand between love and war? Being a private secretary to two NYC billionaires is a rewarding experience. Not only do I gain a position where I keep my independence, but I'm also given the chance to get closer to the two very opposite Smith brothers... -
![Buried Destiny by Anne Malcom]()
Buried Destiny by Anne Malcom
Death. For everyone, even immortals, there is nothing after death. No takebacks, no comebacks. It's a full stop. The end of a story. The end of everything. For Sophie, it's little more than a comma. A prelude. A footnote in her true destiny. She was fated to die. Many times. To know what lay beneath in the underworld. To bring the darkness back with her... -
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![Wicked Onyx by Debbie Cassidy]()
Wicked Onyx by Debbie Cassidy
In a ruthless magical academy where she's cursed and powerless, the last Onyx must unravel dark family secrets and navigate dangerous alliances to reclaim her legacy and make those who betrayed her pay. You don't graduate Nightsbridge Academy—you survive it. Born into a sorcerer bloodline, cursed, and cut off from my power, I was accustomed to being an outcast... -
![Silent Screams by M.H.B.]()
Silent Screams by M.H.B.
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratings*Previously published as Kisser of Death by M . H . B . *. One accident. Two men. Almost three years of despair. Four beating hearts growing in pain. Five lives forever changed. Everything fell apart in the blink of an eye. These days my own misery keeps me company. I never thought this would be me—a twenty-four-year-old—stuck in a dead-end relationship... -
![Vampire's Bite by Helen Scott]()
Vampire's Bite by Helen Scott
Cordelia trusted Rook, but was that a mistake? She’s always known that Rook was different from the other vampires at The Nest, but being a prince put him on a whole different level. And put an even bigger target on her back. One she can’t escape from. Now she’s being forced to work with vampire hunters who want Rook dead, and if she disobeys then Gran’s life is forfeit... -
![A Tether Through the Rift by Lindsey N. Rhoden]()
A Tether Through the Rift by Lindsey N. Rhoden
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHazel is ready to find answers about a past she can’t remember. She has no memories, no family—only the fierce loyalty of Arlo, her ultimate protector turned devoted partner. But after a year of garish nightmares that constantly threaten her stability, she grows unsatisfied and decides to follow the pull she feels inside...Categorized as:
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![When Kingdoms Fall by Callie Dahl]()
When Kingdoms Fall by Callie Dahl
Men feared monsters. Yet fear made men do monstrous things. The gods are gone, leaving three races divided, broken, and without balance. All that remains is a curse. One to haunt and devour the mortals for their unholy betrayal. A Mortal Girl. . . Traifton has two rules: Never leave the safety of the walls and never enter the Wylan Woods. Those who enter never return... -
![Doing It To Death by Kaia Bennett, Eden Connor]()
Doing It To Death by Kaia Bennett, Eden Connor
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI savor my life of blood and power and I’ve never wanted more. Until the night a witch forced her pathetic human needs into my mind. My prey made me want her, made me relish her pain, and ensnared me with pleasure. Made me want things I didn’t understand. I couldn’t break her. I failed to kill her. Now, I can't hunt, can't feed, and can't sleep for the bitch whispering in my head... -
![Cirque du Mort by Tammi Lynn]()
Cirque du Mort by Tammi Lynn
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCome one, come all! Welcome to the first and last greatest show of your lives! Shake in terror as you see the unimaginable, and open your minds to the nightmares that crawl through your simple human brains. Not for the faint of heart, but we’ll take any heart that beats. I want to hear your gasps of disbelief before your moans of pleasure and pain... -
![Carved From Obsidian by Addie Grey]()
Carved From Obsidian by Addie Grey
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWayward witch. Billionaire vampire. Dark secrets and steamy romance. This is Carved From Obsidian. Soph's life takes an unexpected turn when she is rescued from imminent death by a mysterious vampire. Fuelled with a need to find this day-walking supernatural, She embarks on a relentless quest to locate her saviour... -
![My Boyfriend Is a Vampire 3-4 by Yu-Rang Han]()
My Boyfriend Is a Vampire 3-4 by Yu-Rang Han
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsMy Boyfriend is a Vampire is an all new shoujo comedy series in the vein of Vampire Knight, presented in two-volumes-in-one omnibus format. Seven Seas will release the entire angsty series across seven low-priced omnibus editions. Being beautiful is never easy, especially if you€™re an eighteen year old boy like Ryu who is constantly mistaken for a girl because of his delicate good looks... -
![Venom by Dee Garcia]()
Venom by Dee Garcia
Rated: 4.03 of 5 stars · 13 ratings-Tink-. From the moment I befriended him, I set a conspiracy in motion. A revolution. Kill Peter Pan. And I was their ultimate weapon. I was also none the wiser, falling hopelessly and irrevocably in love with him as the years went by. Just as they hoped I would...Categorized as:
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![A Silence of Shadows by Annie Anderson]()
A Silence of Shadows by Annie Anderson
Rated: 4.03 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsIn a kingdom built on lies and blood, some bonds cannot be broken. Merrit Locke runs Lock & Key, a neutral bar at the edge of vampire court territory, keeping her head down, her past blank, and her telepathy a secret. Until Prince Kieran Veyne walks through her door. He’s beautiful, dangerous, and far too observant... -
![A Kingdom of Frost and Fear: Whitney's Version by Whitney Dean]()
A Kingdom of Frost and Fear: Whitney's Version by Whitney Dean
After years of wondering where she came from and what her story was, Raven received the answers she had been craving: she has a family and is the true heir to the throne of Seolia. But the answers she so hopelessly sought only bred more questions...Categorized as:
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![Once Upon a Forbidden Desire: Fairy Tales and Other Stories by Zoey Ellis, Kathryn Ann Kingsley]()
Once Upon a Forbidden Desire: Fairy Tales and Other Stories by Zoey Ellis, Kathryn Ann Kingsley
When it comes to true love, rules are meant to be broken …. Dark forests and locked doors, poisoned apples and forbidden lovers . .. Bold heroines and swoon-worthy heroes break all the rules in this enchanting anthology of the fairy tales you thought you knew. Once Upon A Forbidden Desire features 20 enticing fairy tale retellings by a diverse selection of fantasy romance authors... -
![Unleashing Chaos by Crystal J. Johnson, Felicity Vaughn]()
Unleashing Chaos by Crystal J. Johnson, Felicity Vaughn
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsDesideria is looking for true love…. When your father, the king of demons, tells you to find an eternal partner in ninety days, you do it―because the alternative is worse. Jace’s heart is shattered and guarded…. All I asked for was a quiet roommate to help with the bills instead I got a sassy demon princess. Cannon wants everyone to be happy, but …...Categorized as:
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![The Bones of Benevolence by Lauren M. Leasure]()
The Bones of Benevolence by Lauren M. Leasure
Reckoning, Retribution and Ruin. Petra’s entire life has just fallen apart and come together all in a single breath. Against her will, she’s been promised to the Rebel King, head of a bloodthirsty army amassed by force. But now that her true bloodline has been revealed, not everyone is content to sit idly by while her powers are abused in the name of conquest... -
![The Tangleroot Palace by Marjorie M. Liu]()
The Tangleroot Palace by Marjorie M. Liu
New York Times bestseller and Hugo, British Fantasy, Romantic Times, and Eisner award-winning author of the graphic novel, Monstress, Marjorie Liu leads you deep into the heart of the tangled woods. In her long-awaited debut story collection, dark, lush, and spellbinding short fiction you will find unexpected detours, dangerous magic, and even more dangerous women... -
![The Bonds that Break Us by Erin Mainord]()
The Bonds that Break Us by Erin Mainord
She wants revenge. He wants her. After learning of Sin's dark deceptions, Wren travels to The Feral Vale where she is introduced to the rustic land of the elves. She vows to protect her family at all expense, even if that means keeping the Black Art's treacherous secret... -
![The Crimson Road (Sourdough Universe) by A.G. Slatter]()
The Crimson Road (Sourdough Universe) by A.G. Slatter
Rated: 3.89 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsA captivating dark gothic fantasy set in the same universe as the award-winning author's All The Murmuring Bones, The Path of Thorns and The Briar Book of the Dead. A tale of vampires, assassins, ancient witches and broken promises. Violet Zennor has had a peculiar upbringing... -
![Favor by Jessica Lynch]()
Favor by Jessica Lynch
Rated: 3.88 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNever ask a favor of a fae. As a rule, the fae don’t do favors. It’s not how they’re wired. Capricious and self-serving, unless you have an unbreakable bond with one of the fantastical creatures, you can be sure that they have no interest in helping you at all... -
![The Sun Child by J.M. Failde]()
The Sun Child by J.M. Failde
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA child of man, with hair like day meeting night, will guide the vampire back into the sunlight. Lila Bran has been here before, she has been the mouse in the Vipers’ game. But this time, she’s stronger. This time, she has power, the safety of her brother, and—most importantly—she has Ambrose Draven... -
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![Curse of the Fae Prince: The Spring Court: Crowns of Magic by Ashley McLeo]()
Curse of the Fae Prince: The Spring Court: Crowns of Magic by Ashley McLeo
Rated: 3.79 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsA standalone, steamy fae and witch romance novel. I’m a dark artifacts hunter, but now I’m the one being hunted. After I tumble into Faerie, dark beasts begin to follow, lurking in the shadows, killing anyone in sight. The monsters are changing the kingdom into something it shouldn’t be, something wrong . They dim the very stars above and freeze the land below. At first, I want out... -
![A Secret Shared with Death by Ariella Isabella]()
A Secret Shared with Death by Ariella Isabella
“Sometimes it's the people who hurt us the most that turn out to be our greatest love. ”. After watching my village be burned to the ground by elves, I feel the darkness stir below my skin and bones. This deep itch, and voiceless whisper tells me that there’s a way to get my revenge, if I only take the hand that’s offered to me... -
![Vanquished Gods by C.N. Crawford]()
Vanquished Gods by C.N. Crawford
Rated: 3.76 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsAll I wanted was a simple life in my cozy forest cottage, hiding out from the witch finders. So when a vampire appears to disrupt my peace, I kill him instantly. Unfortunately, I learn he was the best friend of Sion--the vampire king. Sion, unaware of what I did, shows up next. The dangerously seductive vampire wants to harness my death powers to fight the Order... -
![Defiant Rebellion by Candace Wondrak]()
Defiant Rebellion by Candace Wondrak
Rated: 3.67 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsFighting evil was not something I signed up for when I accepted a position at Grimmstead Academy, but here I am. This house is alive, and its mouth is hungry. Chaos flows from it, causing every soul stuck here to be mad. Ian, Dagen, Payne, Koda, Bram, and Lucien—their weaknesses all stem from one man. Victor Grimmstead. Victor is back, alive and walking through the halls as if he’d never left... -
![Curse of the Fae Prince by Ashley McLeo]()
Curse of the Fae Prince by Ashley McLeo
Rated: 3.43 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsI’m a dark artifacts hunter, but now I’m the one being hunted. After I tumble into Faerie, dark beasts begin to follow, lurking in the shadows, killing anyone in sight. The monsters are changing the kingdom into something it shouldn’t be, something wrong . They dim the very stars above and freeze the land below. At first, I want out . I want to return to my ailing mother...
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