Dark fantasy

A GRIPPING TALE OF IMPOSSIBLE LOVE, DISCOVER THE HOTLY ANTICIPATED NO.1 ITALIAN BESTSELLER NOW AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN ENGLISH Legend speaks of the Maker of Tears: a man with eyes like glass, who crafts all the fears that dwell in people's hearts . . . What will it take for star-crossed orphans Nica and Rigel to face him and his creations?----Growing up within the walls of Grave's Orphanage, Nica's imagination burned with fantastical stories. Including that of The Tearsmith, a mysterious craftsman, guilty of having forged all the fears and anxieties in the world.When at seventeen, she's adopted by Mr and Mrs Mulligan, Nica thinks she's leaving her world of dark fairy tales behind her.But the Mulligans also adopt Rigel, an orphan who is as mesmerising and handsome as he is troubled. They share a past filled with grief and isolation, and the ever-gentle Nica starts to fall for her forbidden love.However it isn't long until the fears and the darkness of her childhood threaten to unravel her future.Can Nica find the courage to embrace the future?Forget her past?And fall for her secret love?No. 1 Italian bestseller, Il Librario

Her præsenteres i de allerbedste af Edgar Allan Poes fortællinger i en meget flot bogudgivelse. Genremæssigt kommer bogen vidt omkring. Med i udvalget er selvfølgelig fortællingerne, der skabte krimigenren, hvoraf de mest kendte er ‘Mordene i Rue Morgue’ og ‘Det stjålne brev’. Og gyserhistorierne, der var mindst lige så genredefinerende, fx ‘Amontilladofadet’ og ‘Den aflange kasse’. Men Poe var desuden en af de store pionerer inden for science fiction, hvad vi fx får at se i ‘Kendsgerningerne i sagen om M. Valdemar’. Og så var han en stor stilist og humorist, hvad der skinner igennem det meste af, hvad han skrev. I alt giver bogen 30 perler fra mesterens hånd i Hans-Jørgen Birkmoses meget roste danske oversættelse, der fik følgende ros med på vejen, da den udkom første gang i 2007: "Hans-Jørgen Birkmose klarer opgaven mesterligt og genskaber Poe i et levende dansk, der gør fortællingerne indbydende og friske." ***** Per Krogh Hansen, Berlingske Tidende

"Griffith's new Band of the Hawk assume their unholy forms to battle the monstrous Kushan emperor and his horde of demons, leaving the terrified Midland citizenry to wonder if their rescuers are another horrific curse. Meanwhile, Guts and his companions seek refuge on a small island that is not the safe haven they'd hoped forit's a sinister place watched over by an ancient, vengeful god whose power is about to be unleashed!"--

DISCOVER THE SPELLBINDING DARK FANTASY TIKTOK SENSATION FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES NO 1 BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF A FATE INKED IN BLOOD . . . 'Do not walk to pick up this book. Run' JENNIFER L. ARMENTROUT, bestselling author of FROM BLOOD AND ASH'You will devour it! Badass females, slow burn romance, enemies to lovers . . . Do I even need to say more?' 5***** READER REVIEW'Enemies to Lovers and full of Angst . . . Loved the book so much I can't put it into words' 5***** READER REVIEW___________Raised as a warrior, Princess Lara knows two things:King Aren of the Bridge Kingdom is her enemy.And she must be the one to bring him to his knees.The Bridge Kingdom is the only route through a storm-ravaged world, and it uses its power to deprive Lara's homeland of vital resources. So when she's sent to be King Aren's bride, Lara will do whatever it takes to bring down the kingdom's defences, even if it means seducing her new husband.Yet as she learns more about the war to possess the bridge, Lara's feelings for Aren transform from hostility to passion.And she faces a terrible dilemma:Which kingdom to save, and which to destroy . . .Tropes/themes: 1. Political Intrigue2. Alternate World3. Enemies to Lovers4. Action & Adventure5. Romantasy ___________'This book is just everything!!! It's such an atmospheric read that completely immerses you. This book has me completely captivated, it honestly has stolen a piece of my heart' 5***** READER REVIEW'Heart-pounding. I enjoyed every moment of this book' 5***** READER REVIEW'I don't think I'll ever be over how amazing this book is . . .The world and characters were so immersive' 5***** READER REVIEWPRAISE FOR THE BRIDGE KINGDOM SERIES'Exquisite, phenomenal and sexy' Olivia Wildenstein, USA Today bestselling author of Feather'An epic, action-packed tale of love, revenge, and betrayal' Jennifer Estep, New York Times bestselling author of Kill the Queen'Heart-pounding romance and intense action wrapped in a spellbinding world. I was hooked from the first page!' Elise Kova, USA Today bestselling author of A Deal with the Elf KingPRAISE FOR DANIELLE L. JENSEN'Richly-woven, evocative and absolutely impossible to put down . . . I loved every word' Sarah J. Maas, bestselling author of A Court of Thorns and Roses'Stellar world-building and multidimensional characters' Kirkus'Stunning world-building, a vivid cast of secondary characters, and a steamy slow-burn romance' BookistA Fate Inked in Blood, No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller, March 2024A Fate Inked in Blood, New York Times bestseller, March 2024

Efter en strid mellem oberst Pyncheon og tømreren Matthew Maule bliver obersten fundet død i sit værelse og kort efter bliver Maule henrettet som troldkarl. Siden da har familien Pyncheon været forbandet og den gamle frk. Hepzibah sidder flere år efter alene i familiens store gamle hus. Folk er bange for hende, og da hun beslutter sig for at åbne en skillingsbutik, er folk mere nysgerrige end begejstrede. Så dukker den unge og ubekymrede Phoebe op, og tingene tager en drejning for Hepzibah, men under overfladen lurer forbandelsen stadig. Da Hepzibahs bror kommer hjem, begynder dommer Pyncheon også at vise sit ansigt i huset igen, og gamle hemmeligheder dukker op til overfladen. Hemmeligheder om forbandelser, hekseri, falske anklager og hemmeligheder om mord. Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804-1864) er en af den amerikanske litteraturs ’founding fathers’, læst og elsket af samtidige forfattere som Edgar Allan Poe og Herman Melville og kanoniseret af eftertiden side om side med disse. Hans værker behandler ofte begreber som menneskets synd og ondskab, og man mærker også tydeligt det sort-romantiske i ‘Huset med de syv gavle’, der ligesom de fleste af hans historier udspiller sig i Massachusetts, hvor Hawthorne selv voksede op.

The first woman ever admitted to a prestigious order of mages unravels a secret conspiracy that could change the practice of magic forever, in this standalone dark fantasy from the author of The Sword of Kaigen.“Powerful, thought-provoking. . . . Fans of R.F. Kuang’s Babel will find much to admire here, from the intricate magic system to the unflinching exploration of societal issues.”—BooklistAN ELLE BEST BOOK OF THE YEARFor twenty years, Sciona has devoted every waking moment to the study of magic, fueled by a mad desire to achieve the impossible: to be the first woman ever admitted to the High Magistry at the University of Magics and Industry.When Sciona finally passes the qualifying exam and becomes a highmage, she finds her challenges have just begun. Her new colleagues are determined to make her feel unwelcome—and, instead of a qualified lab assistant, they give her a janitor.What neither Sciona nor her peers realize is that her taciturn assistant was not always a janitor. Ten years ago, he was a nomadic hunter who lost his family on their perilous journey from the wild plains to the city. But now he sees the opportunity to understand the forces that decimated his tribe, drove him from his homeland, and keep the privileged in power.At first, mage and outsider have a fractious relationship. But working together, they uncover an ancient secret that could change the course of magic forever—if it doesn’t get them killed first.

Den store kærlighedsfortælling, der får dig til at frygte, drømme, turde og elske. Tåremageren er en kæmpe fortælling om (umulig) kærlighed.Vi møder første gang pigen Nica på børnehjemmet, hvor hun er vokset op, og hvor hun plages af sine mørke fantasier. Da hun som syttenårig bliver adopteret af Mulligan-parret, tror hun først, at hun kan lade sin verden af mørke bag sig. Men parret adopterer også den forældreløse Rigel, der er lige så fascinerende smuk, som indelukket og dyster.Både Nica og Rigel har en fortid præget af sorg og isolation, men de er som dag og nat. Alligevel falder den evigt blide Nica efterhånden for den afvisende Rigel.Det varer ikke længe, før barndommens indlejrede frygt og mørke kommer igen og truer med at ødelægge hende. Kan hun finde modet til at omfavne fremtiden? Glemme fortiden? Og give plads til kærligheden?Tåremageren er Italiens enorme salgsbasker og tik-tok fænomen. Bag forfatterpseudonymet Erin Doom gemmer sig en ung, italiensk,introvert forfatter, Matilde, som i starten blot ønskede at skrive i fred og selvudgive sine bøger.

From J. Bree, bestselling author of The Bonds That Tie, comes an epic and enthralling new romantasy series.I devoted my life to a king who was not my own.On the road to ultimate honor and glory, I lost everything.Now, in a world ravaged by the whims of those who rule, I must turn my back on a lifetime of friendships and loyalties to face my own fate.The Savage Prince.Heir to the high-fae throne of the Southern Lands, he is known for his brutality and cold heart. But with the kingdom on the brink of ruin, I have no choice but to seek him out.The war between the fae and the witches rages, and there's no end in sight. My destiny is clear-help the prince defeat his enemies before it's too late.One small problem.I am Rookesbane Eveningstar.The Favored Child returned, a Witch of the Woods.The greatest enemy of my Fates-blessed mate.*The Crown of Oaths and Curses is a full-length MF epic fantasy romance with material that may be difficult for some readers. This book will end on a cliffhanger. It's recommended for 18+ due to language and sexual situations. Book 1 of a 3-book series.

When Corvina Clemm is granted a place at the mysterious University of Verenmore, she finds herself in a mysterious and seemingly ancient castle, making real friends for the first time but haunted by her past. As the mysteries of Verenmore emerge, Corvina finds forbidden love and danger abound in this irresistible, Dark Academia Romance.

The latest novel in the smash-hit Plated Prisoners by Sunday Times bestselling author Raven Kennedy'Find me in another life. Find me in them all' It all ends now. . . But Every end is also a beginning. I was supposed to die. If it weren't for Slade, I would have. But he tore a hole the world I know and I went through it. To Annwyn. To home. Annwyn is the realm of the fae, a magical place full of beauty and danger. Here, I am known as Lyäri Ulvêre - the golden one gone. And there are people in this world who want to keep me that way. But I am not that girl in the gilded cage anymore, and I won't be used again. Nor stopped on my way back to Slade. I am my own woman. And I will find him. In this world, or the next.'An emotional rollercoaster of a book that brings vivid and layered characters into a magical realm. The world building and pace is intricate and fast, this is a book you will race through' Glamour Praise for The Plated Prisoner Series 'Raven writes with a magic that comes to life on the page. Every single word gleams like gold' Beck Michaels, author of Divine Blood 'This is one of those series that started off phenomenal, and only gets better with every subsequent book' Laura Thalassa, author of The Bargainer Series 'An astonishing world with captivating characters and a story you won't be able to put down' Ivy Asher, author of The Osseous Chronicles and The Lost Sentinel Series 'This series is amazing and I can't recommend it enough.' Kay Thatcher, author of Prince of Blades 'TEN GILDED STARS! Remarkably original. . . gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous' Olivia Wildenstein 'An emotional rollercoaster' Elizabeth Brown, author of Blood Crown*Gleam by Raven Kennedy featured on The Sunday Times bestseller list May 2023*

HER HUSBAND IS IMPRISONED. WHAT WILL SHE RISK TO SAVE HIM? . . .DISCOVER THE SPELLBINDING DARK FANTASY TIKTOK SENSATION FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF A FATE INKED IN BLOOD'Do not walk to pick up this book. Run' JENNIFER L. ARMENTROUT, bestselling author of FROM BLOOD AND ASH'The brilliant writing style, the pure angst and heartache; lust and longing - wow!' 5***** READER REVIEW'This book is EPIC. I'm in love with this series' 5***** READER REVIEW___________A QUEEN IN EXILE AS A TRAITOR . . .Lara has watched Ithicana be conquered by her own father. But when she learns her husband, Aren, has been captured in battle, Lara knows her father is only keeping him alive to lure in his traitorous daughter.It is bait she fully intends to take.Risking her life, Lara returns to free the Bridge Kingdom and its king using her father's greatest weapons - her warrior sisters.But her greatest adversary of all might be the very man she's trying to free.Now Lara must decide who she is fighting for: her kingdom, her husband, or herself . . .Tropes/themes: 1. Political Intrigue2. Alternate World3. Enemies to Lovers4. Action & Adventure5. Romantasy ___________'So good I didn't want it to end. This book left me crying so hard' 5***** READER REVIEW'Absolutely phenomenal. These characters don't just jump out the page, they leap' 5***** READER REVIEWPRAISE FOR THE BRIDGE KINGDOM SERIES'Exquisite, phenomenal and sexy' Olivia Wildenstein, USA Today bestselling author of Feather'An epic, action-packed tale of love, revenge, and betrayal' Jennifer Estep, New York Times bestselling author of Kill the Queen'Heart-pounding romance and intense action wrapped in a spellbinding world. I was hooked from the first page!' Elise Kova, USA Today bestselling author of A Deal with the Elf KingPRAISE FOR DANIELLE L. JENSEN'Richly-woven, evocative and absolutely impossible to put down . . . I loved every word' Sarah J. Maas, bestselling author of A Court of Thorns and Roses'Stellar world-building and multidimensional characters' Kirkus'Stunning world-building, a vivid cast of secondary characters, and a steamy slow-burn romance' BookistA Fate Inked in Blood, No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller, March 2024A Fate Inked in Blood, New York Times bestseller, March 2024

What Lies Beyond the Veil is a riveting masterpiece penned by the talented Harper L. Woods. Published in 2022 by Hodder And Stoughton Ltd., this book is a recent addition to the literary world that has already made quite a splash. The genre of the book is a well-kept secret, adding to the allure and mystery that surrounds it. What Lies Beyond the Veil is more than just a book; it's an exploration into the unknown, a journey that Harper L. Woods masterfully guides us through with his eloquent prose and intricate storytelling. This book is a testament to Harper L. Woods' ability to weave a compelling narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Published by Hodder And Stoughton Ltd., a publishing house renowned for their selection of high-quality literature, this book is a must-read for anyone looking for their next literary adventure. Dive into What Lies Beyond the Veil and discover what secrets Harper L. Woods has to share.

Siden hun var spæd, har Shiroin været hjemsøgt af en stemme der forlanger at blive hørt. Hun kalder den »ormen« fordi hun kan mærke hvordan den snor sig rundt i hendes krop.Hun ønsker sin fader, Storkejseren, død så hun kan kræve sin plads på imperiets trone, men først må hun overbevise de ti konger om at hendes køn ikke gør hende svag. Da ormen byder hende at flå kejserens strube ud, må hun dog sætte en alternativ plan i værk for at nå sin trone.Imens ulmer den profeterede dommedagskrig, og nekromantiske dæmoner lurer i Ødelandet. Shiroin og hendes elsalvianske livvagt, Kiel, må krydse kongerigerne for at komme til fronten, og sammen bevæger de sig ind i både hinandens og bjergskovenes allermørkeste skygger.

ER KÆRLIGHED STÆRKERE END HÆVN?Poppy står over for en brutal sandhed: Alt, hun troede, hun vidste om sit liv og om den mand, hun var ved at forelske sig i, bygger på en løgn. Det eneste, hun ved med sikkerhed, er, at Casteel, prinsen af Atlantia, er farlig. Og at han har store planer for hende.Casteel Da’Neer har mange navne, og hans løgne er lige så forførende som manden selv. Hans mål er at binde deres liv sammen på måder, hverken Poppy eller kongerigerne er forberedt på. Heldigvis ved hun bedre end at stole på ham.Mørke hemmeligheder om blodige synder truer med at blive afsløret, og de to riger vil gøre alt for at holde dem skjult. Men når jorden ryster, og himlen begynder at bløde, kan det allerede være for sent.Riget af flammer er anden bog i den episke romantasy-serie, Blood and Ash, om et magisk rige på randen af kaos og krig, og om en helt særlig kvinde, som måske er nøglen til at redde dem alle …

Poppys liv har aldrig tilhørt hende selv. Det er en ensom skæbne at være født som en af gudernes udvalgte, når det betyder, at ingen må røre hende, tale til hende eller sågar se på hende.Kongeriget er plaget af frygt, og mindet om en blodig fortid har sat dybe spor. Nu hviler hele kongerigets fremtid på Poppys skuldre. Et ansvar, hun aldrig har betvivlet … indtil mødet med livvagten Hawke. Han får hende til at sætte spørgsmålstegn ved alt, hun tror på, og en forbudt længsel efter et liv med frihed og kærlighed vækkes i hende.Mens Poppy kæmper en umulig kamp mellem begær og pligtfølelse, bliver hun hvirvlet ind i en skæbnesvanger krig, og verden, som hun kender den, står i flammer …Af blod og aske er første bog i en episk romantasy-serie om et magisk rige på randen af kaos – og om en helt særlig kvinde, som måske er nøglen til at redde dem alle … Sagt om Af blod og aske:„Jeg håber, at I vil elske bogen lige så højt, som jeg gør!!“Sarah J. Maas„Action, eventyr, passion og drama! Af blod og aske har det hele og mere til.“Tijan„Jennifer L. Armentrout har evnen til at styre mine følelser med hvert enkelt ord. Man falder i svime, græder og flyver gennem siderne for at finde ud af, hvad der sker. Jeg kunne ikke stoppe med at læse, og det vil du heller ikke kunne.“Brigid Kemmerer„Af blod og aske er en fænomenal fantasyroman, der er fyldt til randen med fare, mystik og gribende romantik.“Kayleigh, K-Books

She didn't want Prince Charming. She wanted the demon.From #1 New York Times bestselling author Kerri Maniscalco, Throne of the Fallen is a seductive new standalone novel set within the Kingdom of the Wicked world. A wicked prince. A fallen painter. Let the games begin . . .The Prince of Envy has never claimed to be a saint. But when a cryptic note arrives at his demon court, signalling the beginning of a deadly game, he knows it will take more than a hint of sin to win. Riddles, hexed objects, anonymous players, nothing will stand in his way. Camilla is an artist with troubles of her own: a desperate mistake has landed her in debt to a notorious rake. Threatened with ruinous scandal, she is forced to enter a devil's bargain with Envy. A bargain that reveals secrets and ignites passions that neither of them expects. Together, Envy and Camilla must embark on a perilous journey through the underworld - from glittering demon courts to the sultry vampire realm and beyond - while trying to avoid the most dangerous trap of all: falling in love.

*****WARNING! THIS SYNOPSIS CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR CHAINED. IF YOU HAVE NOT READ CHAINED (A CHOICE OF LIGHT AND DARK BOOK 1), START THERE.*********Perfect for fans of The Plated Prisoner, Crystal Bloom, Game of Thrones (tv show), or anyone who wanted to see trauma addressed in ACOTAR.LAST WARNING! SPOILERS AHEAD!IzidoraWhy does this keep happening to me? Kidnapped again by the Iron Fae, I must survive long enough to get back to my friends in the Night Realm. But when undeniable truth starts spilling from Ruslan's lips, I'm left questioning everything. The web of lies and deceit thickens, and I'm at the center of a prophecy that started it all.KazimirWhat lengths would you go to to save someone you love? I'd stop at nothing to get Izidora back, forcing the other realms to join me in a war against the Iron Realm. But along the way, a dark new magic becomes available. Who am I to deny its power when it will help me get back my mate?RuslanI'm known as the ruthless prince, but deep down, all I've ever wanted was to be loved. I waited for my mate until she came of age, and when Izidora tells me what the power-hungry kings of Északi did to her, I want to burn the entire world down. Izidora holds my heart in her hands, but will she rip it out of my chest or stand by me as we take our revenge?Light is the second book in the ultra dark romantasy series, A Choice of Light and Dark. It contains dark themes and graphic content some readers might find disturbing. This is not a beginner-friendly dark series. A full list of content warnings can be found on the author's website. Your mental health matters!

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In Elfhame, bargains are currency, lies are weapons, and your heart is your greatest weakness.Reeling from Bastian's revelations, Kat wakes from her dire illness wanting nothing more than to sever all ties with the man who betrayed her. But fate has a different plan-she's trapped in Elfhame, the fae realm where nothing is as it seems. And worse, she's trapped with him, reliant on his touch to stave off a poison that threatens her very life. Thrust into the centre of Dusk and Dawn Courts, they must balance the two in order to maintain a delicate peace. But in a world where alliances are forged and shattered in a heartbeat, danger looms. A mysterious group infiltrates the city and spies whisper of an ancient artefact powerful enough to destroy an entire court.As enemies close in from all sides and attacks on the city escalate, Kat and Bastian must unearth deadly secrets and their own complicated feelings to survive-or risk a war to destroy faekind itself. Full of betrayal, bargains, and broken hearts, A Touch of Poison is the spellbinding second book in Shadows of the Tenebris Court, a searing romantic fantasy trilogy perfect for fans of The Bridge Kingdom and A Court of Thorns and Roses.

"Ambitious Phi Hunter and perpetual lone wolf, Ex, finds his road to glory interrupted when a heavily pregnant runaway enlists his help to escape through the ghost-infested forest..."--Provided by publisher.

"For Endre, Viktor, and myself, that meant risking our necks to put Izidora on the throne; for Izidora, that meant playing a deadly game without knowing the rules."Princess Izidora of the Night Realm was kidnapped at birth, chained in darkness, abused by her captors, and wholly unaware an entire world was looking for her. That is until the eve of her 21st birthday, when the Nighthounds, led by the striking High Lord Kazimir, rescue her from a cave in the highest peak in the land. Now, the Lost Princess must reclaim her power before they reach the vicious capital of the Night Realm, where the story everyone was told about her disappearance might have been just that - a story. Will Izidora overcome her trauma or succumb to the whims of the madman who sits on the Night Throne?Chained is the first book in a dark new romantasy series filled with questionable heroes, an unbreakable heroine, and a prophecy that will change the course of history. Perfect for fans of Gild (The Plated Prisoner Series), To Bleed a Crystal Bloom, and A Dawn of Onyx. Chained is suitable for 18+. It contains scenes and themes that some readers might find disturbing, and reading the full list of trigger warnings is highly recommended. The full list can be found on the author's website.

Enter a world where stunning beauty and spine-chilling horror collide in this captivating coloring book. Featuring a collection of intricate and detailed illustrations, this book is filled with gorgeous women who will send shivers down your spine. From vampire queens to ghostly maidens, each page is adorned with hauntingly beautiful creatures that are sure to captivate your imagination.The images in this coloring book are not for the faint of heart, but for those who are brave enough to venture into the depths of darkness. Each drawing is a macabre twist on traditional coloring books, offering a unique and thrilling experience for horror enthusiasts and art lovers alike. The intricate details of each image allow for endless possibilities as you bring your own personal style to the page.Get this Amazing Horror Coloring Book for your Loved One !Whether you're looking for a new and exciting way to unwind or a challenge to unleash your creativity, this coloring book has something for everyone. So grab your favorite colored pencils and dive into a world of terror and beauty that will leave a lasting impression.Horror Beauties Coloring Book features: Perfect 8.5 x 11 dimensions .60 Unique and Ultra High Quality Designs .Glossy Premium Cover.Perfect Gift for Horror enthusiasts .Relaxation and stress relief while coloring

He's the God of Death. She's the bride sent to kill him. Their union may be the end of them both.The Everfrost is ruled by the King in his castle of ice. Some call him the Ice Phoenix, others the God of Death. The clans survive by one law alone: pay the King the homage he is due and never take what belongs to him. But when Sunnëva Morkhàn's brother falls gravely ill, she will have to do exactly that.Against every warning, she sneaks into the castle to steal the one thing that would save him-a magical rose. When the Ice Phoenix discovers her theft, the consequences leave her mourning and enraged. To spare the clan from his wrath, Sunnëva's father offers her as a bride, and for a reason she cannot fathom, the King accepts.Revenge is a delicate game Sunnëva is determined to play, even if killing the God of Death is no easy feat. But as secrets unfold around the alluring King, and dark threats emerge from the shadows, Sunnëva struggles to hold on to her hatred-and her heart.Inspired by Beauty and the Beast, King's Bride is the first book in Beck Michaels' companion prequel series, the Chronicles of Urn-each a dark tale of powerful Kings and the Queens that bring them to their knees...