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It is a truth universally acknowledged that ghost brides are annoying romantic rivals.Making her reluctant return to London after a ten-year absence, Tessa Preston cannot hide her dismay at her employer's friendliness with Jasper Steele, the man who chased her away. To make matters more annoying, he's haunted by a most insistent ghost bride.Determined to prove her indifference to the charming Jasper, Tessa realizes the entitled ghost demanding his attention may not be all she seems. Meanwhile, unaware of Tessa's enmity, Jasper is delighted to have a second chance at her affections, and will let nothing, not even her cold stares, dampen his enthusiasm.

"In Navola, a bustling city-state dominated by a handful of influential families, business is power, and power is everything. For generations, the di Regulai family-merchant bankers with a vast empire-has nurtured tendrils that stretch to the farthest reaches of the known world. And though they claim not to be political, their staggering wealth has bought cities and toppled kingdoms. Soon, Davico di Regulai will be expected to take the reins of power from his father and demonstrate his mastery of the games of Navolese diplomacy: knowing who to trust and who to doubt, and how to read what lies hidden behind a smile. But in Navola, strange and ancient undercurrents lurk behind the gilt and grandeur-like the fossilized dragon eye in the family's possession, a potent symbol of their raw power and a talisman that seems to be summoning Davico to act. As tensions rise and the events unfold, Davico will be tested to his limits. His fate depends on the eldritch dragon relic and on what lies buried in the heart of his adopted sister, Celia di Balcosi, whose own family was destroyed by Nalova's twisted politics. With echoes of Renaissance Italy, The Godfather, and Game of Thrones, Navola is a stunning feat of world-building and a mesmerizing depiction of drive and will"--]cProvided by publisher.

Sunken treasure, haunted shipwrecks, experimental technology, and steam-powered adventure!When Brand & Desmet airlift occult valuables out of Havana during the 1898 naval conflict with Spain, they get far more than they expected. A shipwreck with experimental tech and magical relics sparks a race to retrieve the goods-and the winner might turn the tide of the war and the balance of power.Jake Desmet, Rick Brand, Nicki LeClercq, quirky inventor Adam Farber, and agents from the Department of Supernatural Investigation race goons, ghouls, and ghosts to salvage the cargo, finding themselves in the crosshairs as attacks come from all sides.Amid the struggle for control of the Caribbean, supernatural forces battle for the upper hand. European warlocks covet the spoils of war, while the island witch dynasties seek to break free of foreign empires.Can Rick, Jake, and their friends retrieve the missing shipment, or will dark magic and betrayal sink their chances?Spark of Destiny is a steampunk action/adventure filled with clockwork creatures, armed airships, vengeful ghosts, cursed relics, strange cryptids, nefarious schemes, found family, loyal friends, and plenty of explosions!

Meryle and Lancelot's Adventures: The Complete SeriesA short story series that reimagines the Arthurian legends with Merlin's cousin, Meryle Evanders, as the main protagonist. Join Meryle and Lancelot as they undertake magical quests, fall in love, and discover Merlin's plan for Camelot. Quest 1: Greetings & DiscoveriesQuest 2: The DuplicateQuest 3: Tower of GlassQuest 4: The Interim QueenQuest 5: Merlin's Plan

An Enemies-to-Lovers Romance of magic and adventure amidst the colorful backdrop of Amy Quinton's Fantasy Victorian London.Josie Bell is all about her job...Miss Josephine Bell, witch, is tasked with apprehending a rogue demon before he obliterates London. But the Lycan assigned to assist her isn't, strictly speaking, available...since she just arrested him.Worse? Said incarcerated Lycan believes she's his mate and isn't exactly delighted by that unfortunate turn of events.Her foolproof plan? Break Lycan out of gaol. Capture demon. Return Lycan to gaol. Also: Don't get caught. Fend off wolfie Mating Instinct. Ignore the man's indecent smile.But that kiss...The MacKeane is all about his clan...Lachlan Connor Daire MacKeane, The MacKeane, 7th Duke of Skye, and involuntary guest of Marshalsea Gaol has been arrested for murder. If he hadn't been hoodwinked by a saucy witch, he'd be prowling the streets, hunting the real assassin.Worse? Said impertinent witch is his mate, a more unsuitable lover he cannot conceive. She isn't Lycan. A female wolf would never be so... devious.Or so beguiling. Never mind, so kissable.But how much more could they be together?If that wicked witch is as clever as she seems, she is farfrom London right about now because one whiff of her scent and even this magically sealed gaol couldn't keep him from her.Josie Bell isn't concerned. Fending off alleged murderous scoundrels is just another day in the life of a Spellmaiden. An impulsive Lycan doesn't even merit a raised brow. She's far more concerned with saving the world, though admittedly, a searing kiss (or ten) does have certain perks.When Josie and Lachlan discover how certain random events aren't quite so accidental, insignificant oddities aren't quite so trivial, and the true villains aren't quite who they expect, can they learn how to work together before the next Potential Extinction Event becomes very, very real?It's a busy time to be a witch in London.Spellmaidens of Coven Square - House AnimusA Spell for a DukeA Duke to Scry ForThe Duke Who Lived

1er janvier 1530. Rois, Pape, Empereur, Sultan, Chanceliers, Grand-Vizir complotent plus que jamais pour obtenir ce qu'ils désirent : que ce soit un mariage, une conquête ou un plus grand pouvoir, rien n'est censé leur résister. Mais derrière tous ces projets et toutes ces ambitions, rôde celle que l'on sait inévitable. Dans l'ombre, la Mort patiente et affûte sa faux. Faibles ou puissants, saints ou pécheurs, ses prochaines victimes marchent vers elle avec la régularité d'une horloge.Le cinquième volet de la saga nous entraîne à nouveau dans le passé et l'imaginaire à travers des intrigues au dénouement inattendu, des combats épiques à l'issue incertaine, mêlant personnages historiques et êtres fantastiques dans un univers vaste et cohérent.

Admirers, antiquities, and . . . ancient curses?A curse taints the ruins of Kilmere-or so the locals say-which makes it an unchancy inheritance for herbalist Jessa Caldwell. Worse still, a cruel fae lord in the guise of a gentleman seeks to wrest the crumbling cliffside fortress from her and use its powers for his own ends.But Jessa isn't one to surrender easily. She's determined to resist the lord's machinations and protect the legacy left by her mentor, even if that means involving the fae arbiter Riven, an act that could see her permanently locked away-all while evading her family's expectation that she make a match from their list of favored suitors.Yet she's not prepared for the depths of fae deceit and cruelty she discovers-nor the reality behind the curse. When the nearby townsfolk begin to succumb to it, suffering slow, excruciating deaths, the authorities seek a mortal poisoner, refusing to consider that these murders could have an Otherworldly origin.To uncover the true killer, Jessa must make forbidden alliances and explore the extent of her own fae-influenced nature. If she fails, countless innocents will die, including those closest to her . . . but if she succeeds, it may cost her everything.

The old gods are gone, and they are taking the ancient world with them.Now, as Rome falls, he must rise.Seventeen years after the barbarian general Odoacer deposed the last Roman Emperor in the west, the young aristocrat Orephes is told by his dying father that he is the last surviving demigod, hidden away by the old gods before they vanished forever.Abandoning his post as as a feared knight in the army of the Roman general Eschelus - an aging yet respected believer in restoring the throne to a "true Roman" - Orephes sets out to Mt. Olympus to reclaim his birthright as the heir to an ancient power he knows little about.As his power grows, so does his connection to the magic that built the ancient world - and the dark forces tearing it down. With the Roman Empire collapsing around him, Orephes must face a destiny forged for him in centuries past - and an enemy that has been waiting for him ever since.

Welcome to Pippington, where motor cars bump down old city lanes, carpets can fly, and magic is a secret proper young ladies keep. One fateful night, a child named Adeline lies alone in the snow. Fading into sleep, her only warmth comes from her matches and the embers of her hidden magic. As she succumbs to the cold of death, she is saved by Rompell, a stranger from a land of deserts and magic with secrets of his own. Their lives intertwined, Rompell and Adeline become father and daughter. As Adeline becomes an elegant young woman, she fights to control and hide her growing magic in a world full of handsome young men, fine dresses, and her own grand romance. When an enemy arises from the shadows of Rompell's past, with ancient spells and dangerous magic, Rompell and Adeline risk losing all they have built together. As Rompell fights to protect his daughter, it may be Adeline who must risk revealing her powers and losing true love to save her father. The Matchgirl and the Magician is the third book in The Pippington Tales and mixes Hans Christian Anderson's Little Matchgirl, Rumplestiltskin, the legend of King Midas, and the magic of the Arabian Nights.

'Washing up on the shores of an unknown land, Arnold is plagued by voices detailing his life and all that has been said of him since his act of treason, true or otherwise.'

Silphium, like all nymphs has a job, a purpose. She is supposed to protect her plant and stay hidden. Silphium is such a rare plant that she must always be collecting her seeds and planting new fields. Hiding from people as she cares for her plants leads to a lonely existence.When Silphium comes across a curious farm boy she begins to ignore all the nymph rules. It could be dangerous for her, and all nymphs, if her secret is discovered. Silphium soon learns that she is keeping more secrets than she knows, and they are all held in a tiny seed.

"A nobleman must work with a dashing soldier to save his sister from a mystical bargain gone awry in this swoon-worthy romance from the bestselling author of Boyfriend Material"--

"Living forever isn't as fun as it's cracked up to be, especially since I'm stuck with humans for company." Ever wondered what eternity would be like? Well, here's your chance to see it firsthand, in an epic tale of love, loss, and the madness we call history. Covering the very moment mankind first walked the Earth, and even long after humanity slunk off into extinction, this is a story of finding meaning in an otherwise meaningless world. And having a bit of fun in the process, of course. Read about the adventures of Spartacus, Gilgamesh, Jeanne D'Arc, and many more, all told from the point of view of the poor bastard who had to sit and experience it all. Fair warning though: history is messy business-especially where humans are involved!

Hunting traitors is easier than facing the man she never meant to love... In the wake of treachery and broken bonds, Chloe de Roche has fled Illvya and a marriage that was never supposed to be real, to hunt the rebel mages trying to topple the empire. Bringing them to justice is the only way to clear her name and salvage something of the life she's been fighting for. But leaving Lucien behind might be even harder than finding the truth about the treachery buried in the heart of the empire... Faced with Chloe's desertion, magic that undermines his ability to know the truth, and a threat to the emperor he is sworn to serve, Lucien de Roche is reeling. But even though his hopes that Chloe might grow to love him have been shattered, he can't turn his back on his wife. Bound by vows and honor, he has no choice but to follow her, even if she might break his heart... Defeating those who seek to tear their world apart will not only take all their powers but an admission that they are stronger together than apart. But are they willing to risk their lives-and their hearts-to save an empire?

Perfect for fans of historical fantasy and supernatural mysteries, The Book of Secrets and Shadows follows Ember Merrington as she navigates the dark underbelly of 19th century London where demons and monsters walk among humans. Concerned for her father's declining health, Ember assumes his role of solving cases for the queen and unknowingly enters a hidden world where supernatural evil lurks around every corner. When a mysterious baron begins kidnapping young witches, Ember seizes the opportunity to prove herself. Guided by her late mother's mentor Daniel and aided by her clever friend Sam, Ember must uncover secrets about her own magical heritage and learn to harness her latent powers if she hopes to stop the baron's reign of terror.With vivid world-building and a plucky heroine who never gives up, this fast-paced adventure explores themes of female empowerment and found family as Ember embraces her identity and forms an unlikely team to stand against the forces of darkness.

As the heart of the alliance between Babylon and Egypt, Kassaya is determined to honour her father's commands. But a captivating newcomer to the Palace of the Ornaments brings unexpected change to a world she is only just beginning to understand. When Pharaoh becomes fascinated with the new Ornament, Kassaya fears her chance to attract his attention might already be gone.Admist the opulence of her new home, Kassaya must navigate a labyrinth of friendships and rivalries. She is learning that forging the right alliances is not only a game of power, but also a delicate dance of survival.Set against the grandeur of Egypt's 20th Dynasty, The Palace of the Ornaments weaves a spellbinding tale of power, passion and peril. For readers of historical fantasy who relish stories of courageous women defying conventions and shaping their own destinies.

I 1187 bliver en ung greve født. Hans navn er grev Victor Danefeldt. Han vokser op med sin amme og tjenestepige Katrine. Da Victor bliver 10 år, forsvinder hans far sporløst på et korstog i Jerusalem. Det udøser et bondeoprør, der næsten koster den unge greve livet. Han flygter til et kloster, og der møder han en mystisk ridder, som hjælper ham på vej. Dette er en rejse for en ung mand, til han bliver en frygtløs ridder. Et eventyr med krige, mord, forræderi og kærlighed. En rejse ind i en ridders verden i den mørke middelalder.

Mabel Sinclair never planned to become a pirate.All she wanted was to escape her dull life as a debutante and conquer the world of fashion. One fateful night at a ballroom ends when Mabel's foolish brother is kidnapped and transformed into a toad. To save him, Mabel makes a bargain with a mermaid and travels with her to an unexpected realm of magic. Once there, Mabel must choose between being imprisoned by cruel merfolk or joining pirates.Antonio Cortez never planned to fall in love with a pirate.A sailor who dreams of returning to his quiet life as a tailor, Antonio's plans are knocked off course by a chance meeting with the dashing pirate Mabel Sinclair. Antonio bonds with Mabel over their love of fashion, only to become a target for Mabel's growing list of enemies.Fighting for their lives and their future, Mabel and Antonio find they have only one ally to turn to: the treacherous mermaid who Mabel bargained with in the first place.The Mermaid's Apprentice is part of The Pippington Tales series and the first book of The Pirate and the Mermaid's Tailor trilogy, an epic tale of pirates, mermaids, and adventures in high fashion.

Welcome to Pippington, where motor cars bump down old city lanes, carpets can fly, and magic is a secret proper young ladies keep. One fateful night, a child named Adeline lies alone in the snow. Fading into sleep, her only warmth comes from her matches and the embers of her hidden magic. As she succumbs to the cold of death, she is saved by Rompell, a stranger from a land of deserts and magic with secrets of his own. Their lives intertwined, Rompell and Adeline become father and daughter. As Adeline becomes an elegant young woman, she fights to control and hide her growing magic in a world full of handsome young men, fine dresses, and her own grand romance. When an enemy arises from the shadows of Rompell's past, with ancient spells and dangerous magic, Rompell and Adeline risk losing all they have built together. As Rompell fights to protect his daughter, it may be Adeline who must risk revealing her powers and losing true love to save her father. The Matchgirl and the Magician is the third book in The Pippington Tales and mixes Hans Christian Anderson's Little Matchgirl, Rumplestiltskin, the legend of King Midas, and the magic of the Arabian Nights.

And so it comes to this. A showdown. An ending. But if we fail - if I end - then reality might follow along behind me.We've been through so much. Torture. Murder. Trap after trap mainly sprung by me blundering head first into them and one of my friends saving my stupid behind.But there's no room for mistakes now.We've got an inkling of what the scumbag we're up against is after. Enough to know what his next target is. Enough to know it's probably his last one. Enough to know it's everything he needs to complete his nefarious plans.If we don't get there first, he wins. Simple. And I'm not sure ... but my gut says if that happens, every living thing in the universe loses.No pressure, right?imPerfect Gods is the sixth book in The imPerfect Cathar series, and completes the first story arc. It is a darkly funny supernatural suspense mystery, containing dark humour and graphic violence.

Victory over the painted invaders was but a prelude to a new conflict that threatens the Western Reach. Led by convict-captain Prentice Ash, the Duchess's army has driven off the invaders from the west and Prentice has won his freedom. But the Reach is far from safe. There are rats lurking in the duchess's capital and they mean to destroy her. Merchants and noblemen plot to rob Amelia of her province's wealth while criminals and mercenaries prowl through the streets. Meanwhile, the new prince, Daven Marcus, comes west with foolish plans that threaten to rip the Reach out of Amelia's hands. Once again, she has no choice but to rely on Prentice and his ragtag group of former convicts. Soon, the vermin of Dweltford's shadows will learn that a new pack of rats has come to town, ones loyal to the rightful ruler and ready to kill and die in her name. The duchess's Rats of Dweltford.

When the hunter......becomes the haunted.Second-rate ghost hunter Anya Iteri is the black sheep of a family of metalweavers-powerful mages who can forge iron, shape steel, and even bend blood. Down on her luck and struggling to pay rent, she bribes her little brother, a city guide, to let her drum up business on one of his tours.The plan is simple. Summon a hibernating ghost to give the tour a show, return it to its slumber, and collect a hefty tip. But the moment the tour begins, Anya encounters a ghost of a different kind: Eleira Soti, talented hunter and former love of her life, newly returned to the city after years away. El's familiar face leaves Anya fighting distraction and attraction alike on the city's most haunted grounds.The night goes from bad to worse when a malignant spirit emerges from the veil, bent on destroying the tour and everyone on it. Racing against time, Anya must team up with El to trap the ghost, save her brother, and prove, once and for all, that her abilities aren't as second-rate as others think.