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Yona of the Dawn, Vol. 16 by Mizuho Kusanagi
A large fleet of ships from South Kai heads to Sensui at drug trafficker Hyo’s behest. Will Yona and her friends be able to thwart Hyo’s nefarious plans and stop these enemy forces? And what will happen to Yona when an infuriated Hyo attacks her? -
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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Ouran High School Host Club, Vol. 1 by Bisco Hatori
In this screwball romantic comedy, Haruhi, a poor girl at a rich kids' school, is forced to repay an $80,000 debt by working for the school's swankiest, all-male club—as a boy! There, she discovers just how wealthy the six members are and how different the rich are from everybody else. . -
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... -
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Squire by Tamora Pierce
The third book in the New York Times bestselling series from the fantasy author who is a legend herself: TAMORA PIERCE. The path to knighthood is full of surprises. . . . Keladry of Mindelan dreams of becoming squire to the famous female knight Alanna the Lioness, but she worries that she will not be selected by her hero—perhaps not by any knight master...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 Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich by Deya Muniz
A funny, heartfelt YA romance about finding love—and lots of grilled cheese sandwiches—in the place you least expect it, from rising talent Deya Muniz. Lady Camembert wants to live life on her own terms, without marriage. Well, without marrying a man, that is. But the law of the land is that women cannot inherit...Categorized as:
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Rapunzel's Gambit by Mary Mecham
Some princesses would rather be the villain than the damsel in distress. Desperate to rid his kingdom of a troublesome dragon, King Harrigan offers his daughter’s hand in marriage to any man who can slay the beast, but Rapunzel refuses to be pawned off...Categorized as:
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Longshadow by Olivia Atwater
Proper Regency ladies are not supposed to become magicians—but Miss Abigail Wilder is far from proper. Abigail Wilder’s father may be the Lord Sorcier of England, but that does not mean that society is willing to accept her as a magician... -
Ten Thousand Stitches by Olivia Atwater
Regency housemaid Euphemia Reeves has acquired a faerie godfather. Unfortunately, he has no idea what he's doing. Euphemia Reeves has most inconveniently fallen in love with Mr Benedict Ashbrooke. Housemaids do not marry gentlemen, of course. .. but a faerie named Lord Blackthorn is only too eager to help Effie win Mr Benedict's heart regardless...Categorized as:
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Searching for Dragons by Patricia C. Wrede
Kidnap a dragon? How daring! How stupid. Cimorene, the princess who refuses to be proper, is back--but where is Kazul the dragon? That's what Cimorene is determined to find out. Luckily--or perhaps not-so-luckily--she's got help: Mendenbar, the not-very-kingly King of the Enchanted Forest, has joined her in her quest... -
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... -
Deathmark by Kate Stradling
Purple spur and silver thread,. Waste away until you’re dead. Necromancers infest the land of Alderyth, fueling a dark plague that always kills its victims. For Nell, it’s more than a story told by travelers. The deathmark claimed her family and fated her to a life of servitude. When a battered old hag collapses in her arms, suspicion swirls through her fear-governed town...Categorized as:
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Agatha H and the Clockwork Princess by Phil Foglio, Kaja Foglio
Intrigue Subterfuge Circus Folk In a time when the Industrial Revolution has escalated into all-out warfare, mad science rules the world. .. with mixed success. With the help of Krosp, Emperor of All Cats, Agatha has escaped from the massive airship known as Castle Wulfenbach... -
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See You in My 19th Life, Vol. 1 by Lee Hey, 이혜
Jieum Ban has a secret―she can remember the memories of her previous lives. .. all 18 of them! This means she retains past knowledge, skills, and most importantly, the bonds with the people she cares about. Guided by the bittersweet memories of her last life, Jieum sets out to rekindle the love that was cut short by her tragic death... -
Christmas With The Elf King: A Cozy Christmas Fantasy by Lenore Stutznegger
A Deal with the Elf King meets a Hallmark Christmas Movie in this cozy romantic fantasy featuring a handsome brooding Elf King, a quirky human baker, and delightful baking magic. They said the Elf King had lived a thousand years. They said he was the most beautiful creature anyone had ever beheld. They said he took whatever he wanted. And Noelle was no exception...Categorized as:
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Heartless by Marissa Meyer
Long before she was the terror of Wonderland—the infamous Queen of Hearts—she was just a girl who wanted to fall in love. Catherine may be one of the most desired girls in Wonderland, and a favorite of the unmarried King of Hearts, but her interests lie elsewhere. A talented baker, all she wants is to open a shop with her best friend... -
Otomen, Vol. 2 by Aya Kanno
Rated: 4.03 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsAsuka Masamune is a guy who loves girly things--sewing, knitting, making cute stuffed animals and reading shojo comics. But in a world where boys are expected to act manly, Asuka must hide his beloved hobbies and play the part of a masculine jock instead. Ryo Miyakozuka, on the other hand, is a girl who can't sew or bake a cake to save her life...Categorized as:
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Love At First Lance by Gryffin Murphy
An innocent was about to be sentenced to death! (Actually, marriage, but that mattered very little, as the two words were synonymous for the princess. ). Every year, the seasonal kingdoms in the realm of Lore gather together for a tournament of whimsical games. The winner’s reward? The marriage to a member of the hosting court...Categorized as:
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The Reluctant Godfather by Allison Tebo
A humorous and magical re-telling of Cinderella from a unique perspective. Burndee is a young and cantankerous fairy godfather, who would rather bake cakes than help humans. A disgrace to the fairy order, Burndee has only two wards entrusted to his care…a cinder girl and a charming prince... -
The Elf Tangent by Lindsay Buroker
As a princess in the impoverished kingdom of Delantria, it’s Aldari’s job to look pretty, speak little, and marry a prince. Studying mathematics and writing papers on economic theory in an effort to fix her people’s financial woes? Her father has forbidden it. With war on the horizon, they must focus on the immediate threat... -
Lily of the Desert by Shari L. Tapscott
Avery swore he would return, but one question haunts Lucia's every waking moment: Can anyone truly trust the word of a pirate? A spring cloaked in mystery and lore bubbles deep in the heart of Elrija’s high mountain desert. It’s a fountain of healing water, a natural concoction of minerals and magic, and on it grows the fabled lily of the desert—a flower rumored to carry the cure for old age...Categorized as:
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The Rejected King by Kortney Keisel
The king hired her to find him a wife. She fell for him instead. Marriage is the only thing that can save King Davin's most-hated reputation. And to make things worse, Davin hired the one girl he's most attracted to, but her social class makes her an impossible choice for his future. Emree Dutson has one goal: raise the king's approval ratings so she can get a permanent job at the castle... -
The Magicians of Caprona by Diana Wynne Jones
Rated: 3.91 of 5 stars · 39 ratingsTonino is the only person in the famous Montana household who wasn't born with an instinct for creating spells, but he has other gifts. His ability to communicate with cats just might help defend the city of Caprona against a mysterious enchanter -- but only if Tonino can learn to cooperate with a girl from the hated Petrocchi family of spell-makers. -
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What Comes of Attending the Commoners Ball by Elisabeth Aimee Brown
Hester Flanders went to the ball for the food. She didn’t expect a prince to follow her home. If there’s one rule Hester learned during her country upbringing, it’s never accept a that’s how the Folk get you. Although she’s left her farm behind, she can’t leave her superstitions, even if no one else in the capital city seems to care...Categorized as:
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A Fate of Flame by Tessonja Odette
An ancient prophecy. A destiny of flame. A war to end two worlds…. A dark prophecy binds Cora's fate to the fae realm—a world that would have been her doom if she hadn’t escaped with her life. Now she’s determined to put destiny behind her and focus on her world, her kingdom, and her much-anticipated wedding... -
The Mislaid Magician: or Ten Years After by Patricia C. Wrede, Caroline Stevermer
Ten years have passed since Kate and Cecy married Thomas and James, and England is now being transformed by the first railways. When James is asked to look into the sudden disappearance of a German railway engineer, he and Cecy make a shocking discovery: The railway lines are wreaking havoc with ancient underground magic, which could endanger the very unity of England... -
Queen of Shadows by Sarah J. Maas
The queen has returned. Everyone Celaena Sardothien loves has been taken from her. But she’s at last returned to the empire—for vengeance, to rescue her once-glorious kingdom, and to confront the shadows of her past…. She has embraced her identity as Aelin Galathynius, Queen of Terrasen. But before she can reclaim her throne, she must fight...Categorized as:
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Immortal Fire by Annette Marie
Once, Emi believed the heavenly gods were righteous and wise, while the earthly yokai spirits were bloodthirsty and evil. But with a traitorous deity poised to destroy her world, and the yokai standing as humanity's only defense, the lies of her upbringing have toppled to reveal a far more terrifying reality. ...Categorized as:
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Howl's Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones
Diana Wynne Jones's entrancing, classic fantasy novel is filled with surprises at every turn. Sophie has the great misfortune of being the eldest of three daughters, destined to fail miserably should she ever leave home to seek her fate. But when she unwittingly attracts the ire of the Witch of the Waste, Sophie finds herself under a horrid spell that transforms her into an old lady...
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