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A Court of Wings and Ruin (Part 1 of 3) [Dramatized Adaptation] by Sarah J. Maas, Amanda Forstrom
The epic third story in the #1 New York Times bestselling Court of Thorns and Roses series by Sarah J. Maas.Feyre has returned to the Spring Court, determined to gather information on Tamlin's actions and learn what she can about the invading king threatening to bring her land to its knees. But to do so she must play a deadly game of deceit...Categorized as:
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Wavering Aftermath by Erin R. Flynn
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsMy name is Tamsin Vale and I’m about to do something smart… Or something really, really stupid. I give it a 50/50 chance, but keeping quiet on what’s going on with me has bitten me in the arse too many times for me not to admit it.And since my mother’s journal isn’t helping and is heartbreaking to read, it’s time to trust the people who say they care about me... -
Bound by Blood by Lindsay Buroker
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsMagically compelled by bad guys, Arwen Forester shot her half-dragon ally in the thigh. She longs to make amends to him, but she’s busy with a new quest:Get rid of the tattoo that lets dark elves control her.Unfortunately, such magical marks aren’t easily removed. When the troll tattoo artist she visits is killed, she’s framed for murder...Categorized as:
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Ain't It The Life by Jan Stryvant
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAfter his success with discovering and then shutting down several of the djevel's hidden smuggling operations, Troy finds himself and his new wives being sent out to help his 'Uncle Steve', his father's best friend, with his presidential campaign... -
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The Suck Stops Here by Kristen Painter
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsVampire governor of New Jersey, Belladonna Barrone has just gotten an epic offer from an unexpected visitor, but it’s not something she’s ready to respond to without serious thought. Besides, she already has a lot on her plate. The recent death of a high-ranking vampire means she and her crew of staff and friends are headed off to the funeral in the middle of the country... -
Odds and Ends by Gwen DeMarco, Janine Granda
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsThe thrilling conclusion to the Sophie and the Odd Ones series…A cryptic message from the Great Mother sends Sophie on a mission to uncover her own dark past. This quest will lead her on a journey to the Queen Maeve’s former stronghold on Earth. Sophie soon discovers the shocking truth about her erased history and the destiny that awaits her... -
The Bear's Forbidden Love by Harmony Raines
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA mom and her young daughter on the run. A bear shifter with a protective streak.A forbidden love that threatens to keep them apart.When Kay checks in at Bear Creek Lodge, Curtis instantly recognizes her as his mate. There’s just one problem. Kay is already married.The wedding ring on her finger means he can’t declare his love for her, or even tell her they are mates... -
Dark Alpha's Awakening by Donna Grant
Rated: 4.55 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThere is no escaping a Reaper. I am an elite assassin, part of a brotherhood that only answers to Death. And when Death says your time is up, I’m coming for you… Serving Death and the Reapers has been my life for centuries. I’ve always put my duty before everything, even my yearning for Death. But now, she’s fading – our foe is bent on destroying her and he will stop at nothing until he does... -
Fury of Frustration by Coreene Callahan
Rated: 4.71 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsAmbition can be deadly…Born of a powerful god, but exiled on earth, dragon-warrior Kruger conceals the truth of his origins from the world. Forced to live a lie, he proves his worth by becoming a tycoon in a powerful business empire. But when a beautiful woman with ambitions of her own gets in his way, he must decide—accept what he cannot change, or eliminate the threat once and for all...Categorized as:
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Bound by Forever by S. Young, Samantha Young
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsNiamh Farren has been burdened by knowledge for most of her life. As one of seven fae children born into the human world with the ability to open the gate to Faerie, Niamh’s mission is to guide her fae brethren to do what’s right. Because Niamh has seen what will happen to the human world if she does not protect the gate...Categorized as:
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The Bear's Unexpected Mate by Harmony Raines
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe Bear's Unexpected MateClint never expected to find his mate. But he was wrong... -
Perfect Match: The Dragon King by I. T. Lucas
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTo save his beloved kingdom from a devastating war, the Crown Prince of Trieste makes a deal with a witch that costs him half of his humanity and dooms him to an eternity of loneliness. Now king, he’s a fearsome cobalt-winged dragon by day and a short-tempered monarch by night... -
The Hunt by Ivy Asher
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFight, win, advance my alpha’s agenda, and keep my family safe. Simple.Until my little sister is taken, and everything around me comes crashing down.Betrayed by the pack I swore fealty to, I cut ties and start hunting for Harlow on my own.Little did I know that my search would put me on a collision course with everything I’ve been running from...Categorized as:
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Odds and Ends by Gwen DeMarco
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe thrilling conclusion to the Sophie and the Odd Ones series…A cryptic message from the Great Mother sends Sophie on a mission to uncover her own dark past. This quest will lead her on a journey to the Queen Maeve’s former stronghold on Earth. Sophie soon discovers the shocking truth about her erased history and the destiny that awaits her... -
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My Gifts at Christmas by Alanea Alder
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsAs the holidays approach Caspian has resigned himself to the fact that life in the City of Eternal Night is just one meaningless day after another. When his older brother, Magnus, asks him to greet a scientist working on improving the quality of their blood resources, he is surprised to hear that the man is a shifter. Once they meet he is shocked they are mates... -
Fates Entwined (Zodiac Wolves) by Elizabeth Briggs
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsI rejected my fated mate—and now he'll do anything to win me back. Continue the Zodiac Wolves saga with new standalone books in this world! This is Stella and Jordan's story. More info coming Release date may change... -
Witch's Fate by Linsey Hall
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsShe’s vowed to forget him forever Powerful witch Sofia Viera has loved warlock-werewolf half-blood Malcolm Brent for centuries, ever since they trained to become warlocks together. When Malcolm chose power over her and cast her aside, she vowed to forget him. For four hundred years, it worked... -
Big Magic by Kim Richardson
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJoin Tessa and her aunts on a thrilling adventure filled with magic, mystery, and unexpected twists. With their unique bond and unbreakable spirit, they prove that even in the face of darkness, light will always prevail.I was sure that once I got married my crazy life would calm down so I could get some well-deserved romantic interludes with my new husband.It didn't... -
Reawakening the Dragon: Part Four by Jessie Donovan
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsPART FOUR While Kai and Jane try to find their happy ending, they also solve a few of the clan’s problems along the way.. -
Taming The Fire by Charlene Hartnady
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsThe dragons on Draig Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely…I’m incredibly lucky. I was born with a silver spoon in my mouth. My father is one of the wealthiest men in the world, and I stand to inherit everything one day. At least, that’s what I tell people, but it isn’t exactly true. The reality is that my life is not my own... -
Slay the Dawn by Everly Frost
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe hunt is mine.But now I'm hunting the man I love.The war between dragons and angels has taken everything from me. Instead of vengeance, I found heartbreak.I awakened the soul of a destroyer and set him free. Now I’m caught in a game of his making, and I have no choice but to form alliances with those I once called my enemies...Categorized as:
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Destiny Disgraced by Carrie Ann Ryan
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe Talon Pack continues with a new twist to the Packs and a revelation no one was prepared for. Mitchell Brentwood is aware that others think he’s the harsh taskmaster Beta trying to keep his Pack alive, but they only see what he wants them to know... -
Loved by the Dragon by Jessie Donovan
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsIn Seducing the Dragon , Evie and Bram found love in each other. Many trials have hit their clan since their mating ceremony and they’ve worked together to make the world a better place for Stonefire and other dragon-shifters in the UK. However, as Christmas and the Winter Solstice draws near, complications arise and Evie goes into labor... -
Blaze by Donna Grant
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsAnson is a fierce Dragon King, a dragon shapeshifter born and bred to protect his own. But when a rogue tech company hacks into their world, he must join forces with the unlikeliest of allies: a human female. Her name is Devon Abrams. A rising star at the firm, she has no idea that her boss is in league with the sinister Fae and their secret war against humanity... -
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Untamed Fate by Veronica Douglas
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsLast week I was a waitress. Now I’m turning into a monster.No one knows the truth, except the faceless man—a twisted sorcerer who’s hellbent on stealing my soul.With secrets and danger close on my heels, the only one who can help me tame my inner beast is Jaxson Laurent—the Chicago alpha. Our chemistry is explosive, but the rift between our families runs too deep...Categorized as:
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Any Witch Way by Lindsay Buroker
Thanks to her grandmother’s legacy, Morgen Keller has spent the summer learning about her witch heritage. She’s also spent the summer falling for the sexy werewolf next door.As an unemployed divorcée, she never expected to find love again, but the gruff Amar has been her protector since she arrived in Bellrock. He’s fierce, loyal, strong, and he hardly ever rolls his eyes at her vegetarian ways... -
Iron Master by Jennifer Ashley
Rated: 4.35 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsStuart Reid is an Iron Master—a Dark Fae with a rare ability to make iron do his bidding. Exiled by the High Fae who fear him, he now lives in a simple house in Shiftertown outside Las Vegas, watching over Peigi, a bear Shifter woman, and the cubs she cares for... -
Stoneskin Dragon by Zoe Chant
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsHe has days to live.Dragon shifter Reive is dying. After a fight with a gargoyle to save his clan, his poisoned body is painfully turning to stone. His only hope: an ancient book that promises a cure. And the librarian who can help him find it.She's a monster.All her life Jess has feared and hated her gargoyle shifter form. She would give anything to be fully human.Now she might have a way... -
Can't Be Love by Julie Trettel
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsLily Westin has waited her entire life to find her one true mate. She has big dreams and expectations of what her perfect man will be like. A dreamer and a lover, Lily patiently waits as each of her siblings finds their mate, just waiting for the day she feels the tingle run down her spine and her happily ever after finally begins... -
Healed by the Dragon: Part 2 by Jessie Donovan
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPART TWO (of Four) Events happen that force Arabella to make a choice--she can either move in with Finn or run back home to her clan. Can Arabella overcome her past so she can stay with the Lochguard dragons? If not, would Finn really let her go? Between Arabella, her dragon, and Finn, you don't want to miss the latest installment of Healed by the Dragon... -
Healed by the Dragon: Part 4 by Jessie Donovan
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPART FOUR The final installment of Finn and Arabella's story... -
Reawakening the Dragon: Part One by Jessie Donovan
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPART ONE Tired of reporting but never investigating, Jane Hartley is determined to expose the truth of the Carlisle dragon hunters. While meeting with one of her sources, she spots the tall, blond dragonman she saw three months ago back on Stonefire. When the dragonman warns her off, Jane becomes more determined than ever to find the truth before he does... -
Reawakening the Dragon: Part Two by Jessie Donovan
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPart Two of Kai and Jane's story... -
Reawakening the Dragon: Part Three by Jessie Donovan
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPART THREE (of Four) Will Kai finally reveal what happened with Maggie Jones? If he does, will Kai and Jane finally take their relationship to the next level? 18,750 words / 18+, explicit language and sexual situations / Cliffhanger Stonefire Dragons Reading Order: #1 – Sacrificed to the Dragon: Boxed Set, Parts #1-4 #2 – Seducing the Dragon: Boxed Set, Parts #1-4 #3 – Revealing... -
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Black Bear Down by Harmony Raines
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen his army helicopter crashes in the Himalayas, killing his comrades, Jordan Williams loses much more than his friends. He loses the use of his legs, and his bear. Two months later, he is transferred to Bear Bluff, where he grew up, but he isn’t interested in life. Not until Skyla walks into his hospital room. She’s his mate... -
Forbidden Mate by Cecilia Lane
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAn Alpha Bound by Duty Bear shifter Callum Strathorn has a job to do. With his father’s health declining, it’s up to Callum to take over as Mayor of Bearden. When Leah Arden crashes her car near Bearden, Callum leads the first responders. He pulls the lovely woman from the wreckage, but as her wits return, she sees things that humans should never see... -
Sky Breaking 301 by Viola Grace
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHer magic is coming along, her kitten is still deadly, and she is about to make an actual friend. Controlling weather is simple by comparison. Sky Breaking seemed like a useful course, but its usefulness lay in the amount of credits that would count toward Imara’s degree.Once she is in the course she meets the only other student and they strike an unlikely friendship... -
Spell Crafting 501 by Viola Grace
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe final classes have begun, and the only thing standing in Imara’s way is an ancient and deadly enemy... of her kitten.Imara’s life is going according to her plans. She has her boyfriend, her kitten, and is about to earn her degree in Magecraft and graduate. Once she has that degree, she has the right to request an application for a commercial magic license... -
Eagle's Flame by K.L. King
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDr. Maeve "Mac" MacInnis is a physician working at the only hospital in Grey Lake, New Hampshire. She has made a pleasant, but lonely home for herself in the quaint shifter village with her chihuahua Lucy and her blind pug Linus. Her life is uneventful until she is forced to kill the traitorous Officer Cal Harris to save May Jensen's life...Categorized as:
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Stalk the Dark by Debbie Cassidy
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA Vampire King without a heart needs a watcher who guards hers dearly, but I didn’t expect that watcher to be me.The Order of Helsing have protected the innocent from the Vampire King’s ravenous hunger and cruel games for centuries.He can’t be killed.He can’t be stopped.Because this ancient being has no master...Categorized as:
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Wrath and other Troubles by T.J. Nichols
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe fallout of unicorn magic brings Jordan and Edra closer together.For Edra, the strengthened bond between them is exhilarating and terrifying, and everything he believed he’d never have again. But Jordan is struggling with defining what is him and what is Edra when he barely knows himself... -
A Cub For The Billion-were by Georgette St.. Clair
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsAfter a lifetime of heartbreak, the word “family” makes Celeste Hennessy want to run for the hills. So why does the sexy, famous billionaire Grant Bronson claim her as his wife – and the mother of his six year old child Jeffrey? Turns out, Celeste’s late sister was keeping some dangerous secrets – and so is Grant. Grant is not quite human, but he is quite ruthless...Categorized as:
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The Forgettable Miss French by Kristen Painter
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsShadowvale isn’t your typical small town America. The sun never shines, the gates decide who enters, magic abounds, and every resident bears some kind of curse. Werewolf Virginia "Ginny" French's curse means no one can remember her. Not even for as long as it takes to ring up her groceries or make her favorite iced coffee... -
Seducing the Dragon: Part Four by Jessie Donovan
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWill Evie be able to bring back Bram’s human half? Will they rescue baby Murray? And is Evie Bram’s true mate? All of these questions, and more, will be answered in this final... -
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Cursed Bear: A Shifters in Love Fun & Flirty Romance by Harmony Raines
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTwenty-five years ago, Cath’s husband walked out of her life, leaving her to raise two sons alone. She threw herself into raising her boys and showered them with love. Her sense of betrayal ran deep. After all, Hector had told her they were true mates, fated to be together forever. Now, another man is telling her the same thing... -
Reckoning by Montana Ash
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA reckoning is coming – but not the one Axel was counting on. Society is still in shambles and although Axel was prepared to help stitch it back together, he was not prepared to do it alongside the woman who tore his heart out fifteen years ago. Celeste had been his entire world, that is, until she told him it had all been a lie; she’d never loved him... -
Cam's Chance by Lisa Oliver
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsArrowtown Book 5 Can be read as a standalone Camden "Cam" Stone had a long past and a hard life. For the past ten years he'd kept up the facade of a businessman, running the only bar in Arrowtown. The hours were long, but the people were friendly and if he didn't share much about himself, no one seemed to care...Categorized as:
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Lust & Lollipops by Lola Glass
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsI've been thrown out of a plane and dropped on an island full of gorgeous, massive men. Did I mention that said men are all magical fae guys competing for the right to marry me?Yeah, it's a mess.Every man on the island has the same two Defeat his competitors, and win my heart.Luckily, I know one of the guys.We're not exactly friends, but I can kind of trust him...Categorized as:
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Someone to Hold Me by Lisa Oliver
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsSomeone to Hold Me. The Gods Made Me Do It #6 (Can be read as a standalone) Hades, Lord of the Underworld, has spent years searching the world for his Fated Mate. He's watched his brother and nephews find their "light" and yet he can't find his. On the verge of giving up hope, Hades attends his brother Poseidon's wedding; so outside his comfort zone, but his discomfort proves worth it... -
Fangs and Fennel by Shannon Mayer
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsAlena Budrene is not just a gifted Seattle baker—she’s also a supernatural. Having survived the virus that made her transformation necessary and outwitted an attack by a Greek hero, she’s ready to settle down and deal with the challenges of living as a “Super Duper.” But nothing is easy for a woman who can turn into a giant snake...
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