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Daughter of the Forest by Juliet Marillier
Lovely Sorcha is the seventh child and only daughter of Lord Colum of Sevenwaters. Bereft of a mother, she is comforted by her six brothers who love and protect her. Sorcha is the light in their lives, they are determined that she know only contentment... -
One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig
Elspeth needs a monster. The monster might be her.Elspeth Spindle needs more than luck to stay safe in the eerie, mist-locked kingdom of Blunder—she needs a monster. She calls him the Nightmare, an ancient, mercurial spirit trapped in her head. He protects her. He keeps her secrets.But nothing comes for free, especially magic... -
In the Claws of the Raven Prince by Mallory Dunlin
To save my life, I became a slave. To keep it, I have to betray my soulmate. When the fae save your life, they own it—and you. But when an attack by the deadly half-manticore, half-fae Raven Prince reveals that my Court's greatest enemy is my soulmate, I'm offered a new Spy on my soulmate, and I'll be free at the end of the war. Expecting a dangerous monster, I agree... -
Fairydale by Veronica Lancet
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝐠𝐨 𝐰𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐫𝐡𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐞?August 1955,When Miss Darcy O’Sullivan, an orphaned English teacher from Boston, receives a letter that her biological father passed away, she is surprised to find herself included in his will.There is only one condition.She must travel to Fairydale to attend his funeral...Categorized as:
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Reign of Darkness by Ariana Nash
"Know your place, Nikolas." "Under the heel of your boot, Your Highness?"After a terrible inferno destroys the Caville palace, and with the people of Loreen turned against him, Prince Vasili is left with no choice but to flee his ancestral home, leaving Amir to proclaim himself king. But the prince's life isn't the only one left in ashes...Categorized as:
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The Sea by A.H. Lee
Knights and necromancers are never on the same side… are they? Sairis has known all his life that knights are not his friends…until the last few weeks, when he somehow forgot, and tumbled into bed with one. He told Roland to leave, hurt him badly, used as many cruel words as possible. And yet Roland stubbornly refuses to leave Sairis alone, half-naked and friendless in the wilderness...Categorized as:
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Brutal Birthright by Elliott Rose
He’s a warlord… and she’s the one he cannot claim.Black-hearted warrior.Ruthless in battle.… Professor?Rowan of Nocturne has no desire to join the academic staff at Astracadia Academy. But when tragedy strikes, his only option is to step into the training arena and commit to a role that makes his skin crawl. For an entire, torturous year...Categorized as:
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The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 43 ratingsGeorgetown, Washington D.C. Actress and divorced mother Chris MacNeil starts to experience 'difficulties' with her usually sweet-natured eleven-year-old daughter Regan. The child becomes afflicted by spasms, convulsions and unsettling amnesiac episodes; these abruptly worsen into violent fits of appalling foul-mouthed curses, accompanied by physical mutation... -
Crown of Blood and Ruin by L.J. Andrews
War begins. But secrets have the power to end...everything.Fallen princess. Traitor. Queen. Forsaking her people and her birthright, Elise Lysander takes her place at the side of the new fae king of a broken land. Revered by some, hated by many, Elise’s fight for her love and freedom is only beginning... -
Darling Unchained by JanJan Untamed
The thrilling conclusion to Devil's Darling...Categorized as:
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Daughter of the Blood by Anne Bishop
The Dark Kingdom is preparing itself for the fulfillment of an ancient prophecy--the arrival of a new Queen, a Witch who will wield more power than even the High Lord of Hell himself. But this new ruler is young, and very susceptible to influence and corruption; whoever controls her controls the Darkness... -
The Ever King by L.J. Andrews
They stole his crown, so he stole their daughter…For years Erik, the scarred king of the Ever Kingdom, has thought of nothing but vengeance against the man who killed his father and trapped him beneath the waves, making Erik a prisoner in his own realm.But on a dare gone wrong, his enemy’s daughter recklessly breaks the chains on the Ever... -
Princes of Prophecy by M.J. Colgan, A.C. Lawlor
Will the death of one mad king lead to the ascension of one far, far worse?The RebelThe King is dead. With that, Ezerat city enters a period of mourning, leaving Evangelia more uncertain than ever as to what the fates have planned for her. She finds herself worrying more about the fate of those she now holds dear than she does her own, and there is nothing she won’t do to save them... -
Devil’s Darling by JanJan Untamed
Devil’s Darling is a gripping historical novel about the life of an enslaved woman in the Deep South. This story will take you on a journey through the dark history of America with a JanJan twist. Devil's Darling contains adult subject matter that many will find offensive. There are taboo themes that will trigger sensitive readers. This is book one of a duet... -
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King of the Dark by Ariana Nash
From the author who brought you the award-winning Silk & Steel series comes a new dark MM high fantasy. "Your love is worthless, it's your hate I need." ~Prince Vasili CavilleWhen King Talos Caville surrendered the war to the elves, soldier Nikolas Yazdan vowed never to serve the royals again...Categorized as:
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The Border by A.H. Lee
Roland thought necromancers were inhuman monsters. Until he met Sairis.Roland and Sairis have escaped from a traumatic assassination attempt, solved the mystery of their attacker, and enjoyed plenty of heavy petting along the way. Roland knows that it’s too soon for love, but he feels like he’s falling head over heels...Categorized as:
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Cold Hard Truth by Eva Simmons
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsYears on the run taught me fate always catches up. And that’s what happened when Sage Jackson found me.My destiny. My keeper. My father’s enforcer.Sage owes the club a favor, and now that I’m back, it’s his time to pay up. My freedom for his. A task he’s happy to accept when I’m the reason his father is dead.Sage swears to protect me.To guard me.To keep his hands off me...Categorized as:
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So Below by Julie Mannino
Riley was his, and he better remember that even if he was currently in an angel's bed and shouting someone else's name.The image made Eren see red.Riley While healing from Eren’s betrayal, the first nephalem in centuries will have to learn to feed, do magic, and navigate a different way of life...Categorized as:
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Thorns of Malice by Maggie Cole
For ten years she’s been under my skin and out of my grasp.The last time I saw her, I decimated her and everything she valued.Not a day passes that I don’t crave one more dose of her.And Ivy Ford’s everything I remember.Beautiful. Graceful. Seemingly innocent.I wish that were the case.There’s only one reason she’s reinserted herself into my life.Revenge...Categorized as:
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What Hunts Inside the Shadows by Harper L. Woods, Adelaide Forrest
The Wild Hunt waits for none...not even the secrets waiting at the gates of Alfheimr.Estrella's story continues.Author’s Note: This book is intended for readers who are 18 and older. It contains mature language, graphic violence, and explicit content with darker elements. This is book two in a series and ends in a cliffhanger... -
The Vampire King by Kenya Wright
Escape into the Vampire King—a steamy, high-octane paranormal.As a human domina, Camille 's only purpose in life is to birth vampire children for the powerful the Quiet King . Trapped within the castle walls under strict rules and constant surveillance by guards, Camille has spent the last two years, witnessing the brutal slaughter of innocent babies and insurmountable atrocities to other women...Categorized as:
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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... -
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... -
A Hunt So Wicked by Britt Andrews
Fans of Bridgerton and Game of Thrones will love this brand new dark fantasy romance.The guards arrive at my humble cottage with a ridiculous offer: Come to an exclusive and mysterious isle to compete for the hand of a royal husband.Enjoy a week of glittering balls, dancing, ostentatious wealth…and a royal hunt... -
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No Such King by Coralee June
A puppet, a prince, and a playboy. One arranged marriage. Three men I must keep at arm's length.Prince August is arrogant, toxic, and viscous.I want nothing to do with the man that was once my best friend.I fled this kingdom four years ago, planning to never return.But the king is dead.The kingdom is in chaos.And I’m trapped in an arranged marriage I want no part of... -
Break Her by Cassie Alexander
I wanted her.She was just two floors away from me here in my castle.And some piece of her—naïve and inexperienced—wanted me.The man who was doomed to die at her hand.I could mostly ignore that fact, now that I was used to her presence, and my intermittent lust. But I wondered if not telling her about it was a bigger betrayal than not telling her about my arrangement with her father...Categorized as:
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Thorns of Frost by Krista Street
Being entered into the Rising Queen Trial is equivalent to death. If I win, I’ll marry my enemy. If I lose, I’ll marry another fae of the king’s choosing. Either way, my freedom is lost unless I find a way to escape.Intent on fleeing, I train my new affinities and learn what’s needed to survive while pretending to vie for the throne... -
Honed in Havoc by Albany Walker
They want an heir and I’m the only way they can get it. With or without my cooperation. I thought Cadieux Island would be a new beginning, but the privileged estates and elite college turned into a nightmare... -
A Dream So Wicked by Tessonja Odette
A vicious rivalry.A forbidden desire.A curse only her enemy can break.After twenty years stuck in a fae convent with no word from whoever abandoned her there, Briony Rose is all out of hope. But when her parents suddenly claim her and reveal she’s a lost fae princess, she’s burdened with the weight of a kingdom on the brink of collapse... -
Le Roi Du Sang by Tiana Laveen
Alexandre has everything he desires except for that which he wants most of His Blood Queen.Amidst the backdrop of the Hundred Year War, Alexandre Marseille, a centuries-old vampire, seeks his fated mate. Having established his empire in New York City, he is living an opulent life and running a successful law firm. But his ultimate goal is to find her...Categorized as:
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Bite The Power That Feeds by Penelope Barsetti
Ellasara came at me with a blade—and she defeated me.But my eyes open to my bedchambers and I see Kingsnake sitting at my beside with Fang next to my pillow. I expect to feel the horrible pain of my injury, but I already feel healed. When I sit up, the room doesn’t spin and I don’t feel weak. In fact, I feel better than I ever have…Kingsnake takes my face in my hands and pulls me close...Categorized as:
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Princes of Sin by Amanda Richardson
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPlay dangerous games… win dangerous prizes.It starts with revenge.A decade ago, I embraced death–or so they believe.It’s my life’s mission to make the Lords of Darkness pay for their actions.A perfectly-timed opportunity propels me into the heart of the malevolent order that shattered my very existence... -
The Winter Kissed Kings by Ivy Fox
From the USA Today Bestselling Author Ivy Fox comes the last installment in The Winter Queen Duet, where every secret and lie will be forced into the light to either save or destroy the Kingdom of Aikyam.The plan was simple.Subdue my would-be usurpers with a marriage proposal and guarantee my sovereignty.Little did I know that my reign should have been the least of my worries...Categorized as:
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No Redemption by Alexis Winter
“It’s not the big bad wolf you need to be afraid of kitten; it’s the devil in disguise that you sleep next to.” She thinks she’s found the perfect husband—the one in a million who isn’t like the rest...my best friend Dane Ashford. He would never betray her. He would never lie or cheat on her. He loves her... -
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The Unseelie King and I by Milana Jacks
To save his crown, he trapped me in a fake engagement. Neither of us expected real feelings.AugustaYou’d think that as the Royal Seer, I would’ve foreseen the tall, shadow-cloaked fae appear in the gardens. And how we’d share a bench, intimate conversation, and a kiss.But I didn’t.When he offers his arm to escort me back to the King’s ball, I find myself taking it. And learning his identity... -
Knotty List: A Dark Holiday Romance by Taylor Fox
Rated: 4.05 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsI’ve always wanted the small-town Christmas dream.Unfortunately, this Christmas, I might become a monster's dinner.My Christmas dream involved a small town, Christmas markets,and maybe a handsome man who would sweep me off my feet.But I was never very lucky.This small town thinks I’m wicked andAfter a series of attacks, they decide I’m the perfect gift to calm Krampus down.Krampus. Yes... -
A Cursed Heart by Jenny Hickman
Living on an island plagued by magic and mythical monsters isn't a fairy tale . . . it's a nightmare.Aveen is the perfect lady, placid and well-mannered, concealing her discontentment beneath false smiles and gentle nods. As the eldest, her duty has always been to her family legacy and her sister's happiness... -
Siren by Hazel Grace
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsI’m one of the most alluring creatures in the world. Dangerous. Beautiful. Powerful.A siren.One of seven princesses of Lacuna.But I wanted more than that, so much more than the trinkets I stowed in my caverns. I wanted my own piece of the world. And I got it. However with that wish came a price, and that price came with secrets...Categorized as:
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Light by Lacey Lehotzky
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! Izidora Why 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... -
The Capital by A.H. Lee
It’s a classic fairytale: Knight meets necromancer. They argue. They fight. They…make out?Prince Roland comes home from the war to bury his father and see his sister on the throne. He sneaks out to his favorite tavern for nostalgia’s sake. It’s the place where he kissed a man for the first time, the place where he used to carouse with the lover he buried on a battlefield...Categorized as:
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North Queen by Nicola Tyche
Gripping and action-packed, Crowns is perfect for fans of thick plots with aching romance. This is a compelling first volume to a deliciously twisting trilogy that will keep you on the edge of your seat!The Return of a Lost Heir…The kingdom of Mercia has been at war with the Shadow King and his dark army for ten years... -
Bite the Woman That Feeds: A Dark Fantasy Romance by Penelope Barsetti
Kingsnake only wanted my blood—but now he wants all of me.A sickness has claimed the kingdoms of men. Everyone is either sick or dying, weak to a curse that has no cure—except for me. I’m immune to this mysterious illness, and I do my best to heal the sick and ease the pain of the dying... -
Prince of the Undying by Karen Kincy
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe’s a necromancer. An abomination. And he’s my ruin. When I hunt down the Prince of the Undying, he’s bleeding out on the battlefield. His forbidden magic violates death itself. With his bare hands, he can revive corpses and command the dead. After I save his life, he falls to one knee and swears undying loyalty to me. We should be enemies, but he's mine now... -
Curse of the Thorn King by Lisette Marshall
Killing a fae king is hard. Doing so politely is even harder.Briannis Iavi – well-bred lady and accidental assassin – is so close to securing the life of her dreams. All she needs to do is complete one last make her way into fae territory, sneak into the enchanted halls of Rosethorn Keep, and kill the king of Faerie... -
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The Lover by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
During a brutal winter, a young woman longing for love finds more than she expected in the woods, in this wickedly sensuous short story by Silvia Moreno-Garcia, the New York Times bestselling author of Mexican Gothic. Judith knows her sister, Alice, is the pretty one—but that doesn’t stop her from wishing for love... -
Keeping Her Close by Luna Knight
Rated: 3.80 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsAndreaI committed treason.Now I'm on the run from my old pack, denying my wolf her freedom in the process. Unsure of what my next move will be, I fall into this new life. That is, until he enters my life and makes me question everything. Now I have to know...will I see him again? And why does he affect me the way he does?DamienI was sent here on a job.To hunt down a woman and erase her...Categorized as:
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The Divine and the Cursed by J.E. Reed
From award-winning author J.E. Reed comes a breathtaking new series full of curses, love, and survival.A queen in hiding.When eighteen-year-old Arianna is stolen from her family and sold into slavery, she spends months disguised as a half-breed Fae struggling against the devastations of a decade-long war. But she never expected to find herself at the mercy of her country's greatest enemy... -
A Ship of Bones & Teeth by Karina Halle
An standalone adult dark fantasy romance re-telling of The Little Mermaid from the New York Times Bestselling Author of River of Shadows and Blood Orange .Princess Maren is a woman with a secret.When she was just 16-years old, she sold her soul to the sea witch Edonia, giving up a life underwater in exchange for the love of Prince Aerik on land... -
Curse of Shadows and Thorns by L.J. Andrews
A bargain between enemies. A curse without an end. A love that will bring a kingdom to its knees.Long ago, Elise's ancestors stole the crown from the fae king. As the niece of the brutal, current king, her purpose is to do whatever is asked to ensure her family keeps the throne for centuries to come...Categorized as:
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The Manningtree Witches by A.K. Blakemore
Rated: 3.84 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsWolf Hall meets The Favourite in this beguiling debut novel that brilliantly brings to life the residents of a small English town in the grip of the seventeenth-century witch trials and the young woman tasked with saving them all from themselves. England, 1643. Puritanical fervor has gripped the nation...
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