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The Silver Thief by Edward W. Robertson
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsDante Galand has cured the sickness that trapped him on the Plagued Islands. Now, it's time to leave. And kill a priest. The target is Gladdic of Bressel. Gladdic, who executed Dante's friend, the pirate Captain Twill. Who all but enslaved the Plagued Islands. And whose visions of empire are far from over... -
![Winter's King by Bryce O'Connor]()
Winter's King by Bryce O'Connor
Rated: 4.45 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsThe Monster of Karth has risen once more. Quin Tern has met his fate, and his council has born the price of crossing Raz i'Syul Arro. Now, as the cruel walls of Azbar fade into the winter storms at his back, Raz rides north, seeking to take the High Priest Talo Brahnt up on an offer he never should have refused... -
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Imperial Wizard by J. Parsons
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsAn age has passed, a blight curses the land, and one hero stands above the rest to restore the balance.Verdan Blacke is an Imperial Wizard, a researcher by preference but soldier by necessity. Surviving an intense battle, Verdan is cursed by a hex witch in her final moments... -
![Ascendant's Rite by David Hair]()
Ascendant's Rite by David Hair
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsLOVE. BETRAY. FIGHT. ASCEND. The last few months of the moontide - when the bridge connecting East and West rises above the sea - has come, and in the West Emperor Constant prepares the final phase of his plan to conquer the East. For failed mage Alaron and his companion Ramita - widow to the mage who built the Leviathan Bridge - the unthinkable has happened... -
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![Battlefield Reclaimer by David North]()
Battlefield Reclaimer by David North
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsAcross the world of Aster Fall, there are unique classes, but not all of them can be trained. They require quests and accomplishments that simply don't exist in the world. Some say the World Law itself is broken and that the world is falling apart.In comes Sam Hastern.His family has been cursed by one of these classes for the last fifty years... -
![Tuyo by Rachel Neumeier]()
Tuyo by Rachel Neumeier
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsRaised a warrior in the harsh winter country, Ryo inGara has always been willing to die for his family and his tribe. When war erupts against the summer country, the prospect of death in battle seems imminent. But when his warleader leaves Ryo as a sacrifice -- a tuyo -- to die at the hands of their enemies, he faces a fate he never imagined... -
![Weaponsmaster: A Monster Girl Fantasy Adventure by Phil Aerix]()
Weaponsmaster: A Monster Girl Fantasy Adventure by Phil Aerix
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSend living shadows to drag me to another world? They better be ready for a fight!I’ve always been a scrapper, so when I was snatched from my world by shadow creatures and hauled to another one, I did as I’d always done. I fought. But I still didn’t know anything about where I was... -
![The Chronicles of Amberdrake by Loren K. Jones]()
The Chronicles of Amberdrake by Loren K. Jones
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsBe careful what you ask for... Drake Standralson is granted a gift by the Chaos god as a reward. Drake rashly says, "I want to be a Mage. The most powerful Mage that ever was." His wish is granted. The catch -- the most powerful mage that ever was happened to be the dragon Dandarshandrake. Join Amberdrake as he explores his world on dragon wings. Cheer his triumphs. Cry for his failures... -
![Mist Dragon by D.K. Holmberg]()
Mist Dragon by D.K. Holmberg
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe dragon misfits are the key to saving the dragons of Lorach but they must act before a stranger destroys them.Jason has secured a tentative peace for Dragon Haven. With his control over illusion, and the Lorach threat thwarted for now, his time is spent preparing for the next attack, knowing the Dragon Souls will not be easily stopped... -
![The Sorcerer Knight by Robert Ryan]()
The Sorcerer Knight by Robert Ryan
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFaran flees enemies who would kill him. But his greatest threat is his protector…Fate has chosen him as the prophesied Seventh Knight. Supposedly, he will rise to combat the forces of evil. He wants no part of that. But he does have a destiny, and one of his own choosing.The king and his six knights seek Faran’s death for what he might become... -
![The Guild Secret by D.K. Holmberg]()
The Guild Secret by D.K. Holmberg
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsNo longer forced to hide his ability, Rsiran now Slides openly throughout the city as he helps it recover from the recent attack. Requirements of his time continue to mount, not only as he tries to help his friends, but new responsibilities to the guild force him to interact with the Elvraeth, where he discovers the uneasy alliance that exists between the guilds and the council... -
![The Culling by Charles Dean]()
The Culling by Charles Dean
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsStruggling to recover from his losses in Kirshtein, Lee is swept back into the fray when a dangerous new Herald sets her sights on him. Hell-bent on reshaping the world in her own image and with her own ideals, she is willing to commit even the most immoral acts in her pursuit of righteousness... -
![The Jade Egg by D.K. Holmberg]()
The Jade Egg by D.K. Holmberg
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA dark sorcerer with a deadly plan attacks Gavin's adopted city. The Chain Breaker Series continues.After capturing the sorcerer called the Apostle, Gavin decided to remain in the city of Yoran where he’s become comfortable. Work that had been plentiful has dried up and comfort becomes complacency... -
![All that Glitters by Loren K. Jones]()
All that Glitters by Loren K. Jones
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThis is the story of Stavin Kel'Aniston, a boy trained as a warrior, he serves his people as a caravan guard to obtain gold for their community. Stavin earned dragon-scale armor from the dragon on the mountain for his bravery, but the gift of the dragon comes at a price. Thieves, brigands, and ne'er-do-wells of every kind are attracted to Stavin... -
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![Unholy War by David Hair]()
Unholy War by David Hair
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThe Third Crusade has just suffered an unprecedented military disaster. In such a war, nothing is holy.Shaliyah now has a new name: Mother of Victories. In the wake of the devastating battle before her walls, everything has changed: the East is rising, bringing equal measures of hope and despair to the magical world of Urte... -
![Scion of Cyador by L.E. Modesitt Jr.]()
Scion of Cyador by L.E. Modesitt Jr.
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsL. E. Modesitt, Jr. is one of the standard setters in fantasy today and his most famous series is the Saga of Recluce. Each novel fills in pieces of the history of this land where Chaos and Order strive to maintain a magical balance.Scion of Cyador continues the story begun in Magi'i of Cyador... -
![The Red Sea by Edward W. Robertson]()
The Red Sea by Edward W. Robertson
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsWhen Dante Galand was just a boy, his father Larsin sailed away to make his fortune. And never returned. Since then, Dante has become a great sorcerer. A ruler. A destroyer of kings. And he's just learned that his father is living on a forbidden island at the edge of the known world. Where he's dying of a mysterious plague... -
![Mage-Guard of Hamor by L.E. Modesitt Jr.]()
Mage-Guard of Hamor by L.E. Modesitt Jr.
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsAcclaimed author L. E. Modesitt, Jr. continues his new Recluce story in Mage-Guard of Hamor, the second of two volumes set mostly on the continent of Hamor, far across the sea from Recluce, where the story began. Rahl was a young apprentice on the island of Recluce sent to the mages training school for testing, then banished to Hamor. His education now continues under dangerous circumstances... -
![Timeless by R.A. Salvatore, Victor Bevine]()
Timeless by R.A. Salvatore, Victor Bevine
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratings12 Hours and 30 MinutesAt long last, New York Times bestselling author R. A. Salvatore returns with one of fantasy's most beloved and enduring icons, the dark elf Drizzt Do'Urden, in an all-new trilogy full of swordplay, danger, and imaginative thrills... -
![That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Light Novels, Vol. 11 by Fuse, Mitz Vah]()
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Light Novels, Vol. 11 by Fuse, Mitz Vah
Rated: 4.55 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsA RACE AGAINST TIMERimuru and his team are headed for the Holy Empire of Lubelius to organize the concert he promised Luminus, its leader. But as preparations continue, a fiendish conspiracy involving both demon lords is being laid out behind the scenes... -
![Heritage of Cyador by L.E. Modesitt Jr.]()
Heritage of Cyador by L.E. Modesitt Jr.
Rated: 4.26 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsFrom New York Times bestselling author L.E. Modesitt comes Heritage of Cyador, the new novel in the Saga of Recluce.Scarcely a year after the events of Cyador’s Heirs, Lerial uses his mastery of Order and Chaos, the competing natural forces that shape his world and define the magic that exists within it, to utterly destroy an Afritan military force crossing into Cigoerne... -
![Apollo and the Battle of the Birds by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams]()
Apollo and the Battle of the Birds by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen a flock of angry birds threaten Zeus and his fellow Olympians, they need the help of a new friend—assuming the stranger is actually a friend!After a horrible drought, Zeus and his fellow Olympians are determined to help restore the land as they try to figure out their current mission, to find a special shield called an aegis... -
![Lazy Dungeon Master: Volume 5 by Supana Onikage]()
Lazy Dungeon Master: Volume 5 by Supana Onikage
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIt's been about one year since I started managing this dungeon with dreams of living a work-free life. A nice and relaxed spring was ahead of me... until I ended up thrown into a three-way Dungeon Battle?! What the hell happened at the Dungeon Core gathering.. -
![Tarashana by Rachel Neumeier]()
Tarashana by Rachel Neumeier
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA year and a half ago, Ryo and Aras defeated their enemy, ending the conflict between the winter country and the summer lands. But with all his important secrets revealed in that struggle, Lord Aras now faces a new challenge in dealing with his own countrymen. Then a message arrives from Ryo’s people: A woman of the Tarashana has come to them from the starlit lands beyond their northern border... -
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![Hyperion and the Great Balls of Fire by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams]()
Hyperion and the Great Balls of Fire by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe action heats up for Zeus and his fellow Olympians in this blazing Heroes in Training tale... -
![Night Dragon by D.K. Holmberg]()
Night Dragon by D.K. Holmberg
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA true misfit may be the key to finally defeating Lorach, but only if Jason learns its powers in time.Having stopped Lorren and saving the egg, Jason now faces his most dangerous threat as Lorach moves on Dragon Haven.With the city under attack from a strange new power, only with an understanding of the misfit dragons will Jason—and the dragons—finally be free... -
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Storm Dragon by D.K. Holmberg
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAn Epic Fantasy Adventure A new threat for the misfits emerges, only this time it might be another dragon. Jason spends his time trying to protect Dragon Haven and understand the dragon misfits now that he has prevented Lachen from using them. He searches for more misfits, but quickly learns he won’t be able to save them all... -
![Trench Warfare by Outspan Foster]()
Trench Warfare by Outspan Foster
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWick was promised his fate would come in equal portions of bad luck and good luck. Branded as an eleven year old criminal of the Empire, he is sent to the war front to endure seven years as an indentured servant with no influence, no allies, and worst of all, no money. As far as he can tell, there is no good luck in sight. And yet..Categorized as:
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![The Mortal Mage by B.T. Narro]()
The Mortal Mage by B.T. Narro
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIn this epic culmination of the series, in a war in which thousands are dying, Desil must protect the only thing that can stop the massacre. But there is little he can do with only two allies. They must somehow elude their many enemies while figuring out how to unite their comrades, who face seemingly insurmountable challenges of their own. There is no room for error, no time to hide...Categorized as:
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![Blood of the Watcher by D.K. Holmberg]()
Blood of the Watcher by D.K. Holmberg
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTrapped by Venass. Tormented by the Forgotten. And both desire the very ability that allowed his escape. Chased through the city by someone able to influence his Sliding, Rsiran and his friends prepare for the next attack, uncertain whether the Forgotten or Venass will move first. When Rsiran learns that his sister was abducted, he must decide whether to help a family that abandoned him... -
![Forest of Illusions by V. St. Clair]()
Forest of Illusions by V. St. Clair
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWar comes to the Nine Lands when the sorcerers from the north invade the Forest of Illusions, determined to seize control of the magical stronghold... -
![Madness of the Fallen by Brian D. Anderson, Jonathan Anderson]()
Madness of the Fallen by Brian D. Anderson, Jonathan Anderson
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsSome secrets are best left forgotten. Some names never spoken. In the depths of Shagharath, a creature of great and terrible power awaits. For countless millennia it has languished in its prison. Now the time has come at last for it to unleash vengeance and ruin upon the earth. As Gewey prepares for his final battle, his courage and strength will be tested as never before... -
![Air Keep by J. Scott Savage]()
Air Keep by J. Scott Savage
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsIt’s been six months since Marcus and Kyja obtained the help of the land and water elementals, but before they can secure the help from the mysterious air elementals, the two friends must first be reunited. A task easier said than done... -
![Trail of the Gods by Brian S. Pratt]()
Trail of the Gods by Brian S. Pratt
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe Fire , a powerful artifact of the god Dmon-Li has fallen into James hands. A spirit of a former Priest of Morcyth told him that he must hide it, that should the followers of Dmon-Li find it, the results would be devastating for this world.James begins experimenting with magic in order to use it to aid in the hiding of the Fire... -
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![Natural Ordermage by L.E. Modesitt Jr.]()
Natural Ordermage by L.E. Modesitt Jr.
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsL. E. Modesitt, Jr. begins a new Recluce story in The Natural Ordermage, the first of two volumes set mostly on the continent of Hamor, far across the sea from Recluce where the story begins, a new setting for this series that fans will be eager to explore. Rahl, a young apprentice scrivener on the island of Recluce, likes life to work out in his favor... -
![Cyador's Heirs by L.E. Modesitt Jr.]()
Cyador's Heirs by L.E. Modesitt Jr.
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsDecades after the fall of Cyador, its survivors have re-established themselves in Cigoerne, a fertile country coveted by hostile neighbors in less hospitable lands. Young Lerial, the second son of Duke Kiedron, lives in the shadow of his older brother Lephi, the heir to their father's realm... -
![Ordermaster by L.E. Modesitt Jr.]()
Ordermaster by L.E. Modesitt Jr.
Rated: 4.16 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsOrdermaster is the 13th book in the Saga of Recluce and the direct sequel to Wellspring of Chaos. The cooper Kharl has no sooner taken possession of the estate bestowed upon him by Lord Ghrant of Austra for his aid in quelling the revolt of Ghrant's dispossessed brother, when he is summoned back to the capital. Hagen, his friend the lord-chancellor, needs help in dealing with rebellious nobles... -
![Magi'i of Cyador by L.E. Modesitt Jr.]()
Magi'i of Cyador by L.E. Modesitt Jr.
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 30 ratingsMagi'i of Cyador marks the beginning of a new tale from deep within the rich depths of the history of Recluce. This is the story of Lorn, a talented boy born into a family of Magi'i. A diligent student of remarkable talent, Lorn lacks only the single most coveted attribute required of a Magus of Cyador: unquestionable loyalty. Lorn is too independent for his own good... -
![The Shadowhand Covenant by Brian Farrey]()
The Shadowhand Covenant by Brian Farrey
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTrouble is brewing in the Five Provinces. Mysterious magical artifacts have gone missing from the royal vaults. Master thieves from a secret society known as the Shadowhands are disappearing. And without explanation, the High Laird has begun imprisoning the peaceful Sarosan people. Jaxter Grimjinx suspects all these things are connected, but he knows better than to get involved... -
![Lazy Dungeon Master: Volume 4 by Supana Onikage]()
Lazy Dungeon Master: Volume 4 by Supana Onikage
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA town was built around the dungeon I lazily manage and somehow, I ended up becoming its town chief. Yep... Wait, what?! Why?! Guess I'll just offload all this work onto other people... aaaand now there's a super strong mystery monster hiding out in my dungeon. This is definitely something I gotta deal with myself, too... -
![Thraxas and the Elvish Isles by Martin Scott]()
Thraxas and the Elvish Isles by Martin Scott
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn the fourth book of the Thraxas series, Thraxas is invited to the Elvish Island of Avula. Sailing south means he can avoid the harsh Turanian winter, and escape from Makri, who's recent behaviour has outraged all decent citizens. Makri refuses to be left behind, much to the displeasure of the Turanian Prince, who knows her Orcish blood isn't going to be welcome on any Elvish island... -
![Silver Mage by D.W. Jackson]()
Silver Mage by D.W. Jackson
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe mages sit nervous in their tower when the news that the Brotherhood is once again on the move reaches their ears. Bren, learning that the Brotherhood might hold the key to freeing his father, travels across northern Kurt in order to reach their new stronghold... -
![Battle Mage: The Lost King by Donald Wigboldy]()
Battle Mage: The Lost King by Donald Wigboldy
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe third installment of Battle Mage Sebastian, The Lost King takes the young falcon beyond the borders of his home as his king sends him to find the lost king, an immortal out of legend... -
![Oblivion by Andy Blinston]()
Oblivion by Andy Blinston
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOnce a god, now a target. Darius wakes surrounded by blood. Most of his mind has been stolen, and the dark figure that took it wants the rest. Caught in a raging war between the human empire and fiery rakkan invaders, he soon learns his fearsome powers have made him an enemy to both. Unable to tell friend from foe, he must fight to escape a fate worse than death... -
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![Seasons by Mercedes Lackey, Jennifer Brozek]()
Seasons by Mercedes Lackey, Jennifer Brozek
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThis thirteenth anthology of short stories set in the beloved Valdemar universe features tales by debut and established authors and a brand-new story from Lackey herself.The Heralds of Valdemar are the kingdom's ancient order of protectors. They are drawn from all across the land, from all walks of life, and at all ages--and all are Gifted with abilities beyond those of normal men and women... -
![Dragon Blade by J.D. Hallowell]()
Dragon Blade by J.D. Hallowell
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSwords forged by dragon magic. Ancient rivalries flaring into all-out war. Dragon Riders caught up in a clash of hidden powers. A world hangs in the balance.Dragon Blade, the second book in J.D. Hallowell’s War of the Blades, is the epic conclusion to the story begun in Dragon Fate... -
![The Akorell Break by B.T. Narro]()
The Akorell Break by B.T. Narro
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDesil and a few allies must race to obtain two rare ingredients that could create a swing of power strong enough to end the burgeoning war. Hundreds have already perished in battle, and thousands more are likely to die, pitting time against Desil and his allies. But they aren’t the only ones scrambling to collect these ingredients in forgotten corners of the world... -
![Jack of Thieves by Ben Hale]()
Jack of Thieves by Ben Hale
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe Thieves Guild is renowned for their ability to steal anything. Its elite members have robbed nobles of wealth, reputation, and even their honor. The Guildmaster rules them with brutality and fear, yet his name and past are a mystery. From the depths of the Evermist swamp he seeks a master thief, one who can help him reclaim his lost power... -
![The Dragon Knight's Curse by D.C. Clemens]()
The Dragon Knight's Curse by D.C. Clemens
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWith a growing reserve of cryptic clues, odd allies, and new memories, Mercer inches closer to learning where he came from and achieving the reprisal he seeks. Entwined with his past and the answers he chases is the Advent, an enigmatic cult who aspire to raise an ancient being said to be on par with a god... -
![Necromancer Nine by Sheri S. Tepper]()
Necromancer Nine by Sheri S. Tepper
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSome will be kings, some will be sorcerers, and some pawns in the real lives of those who live the magical chess game on True Life. But one child is wreaking havoc; he can be any player he likes and threatens to destroy the game forever...
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