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Choices - Volume 3 by MesserMoon
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsChoices has been split up into three volumes, the third of which covers 1979 onwards (chapters 42-56)... -
![Saving Supervillains 2 by Bruce Sentar]()
Saving Supervillains 2 by Bruce Sentar
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsMiles has enough power to take down even a titan, but is that enough to prepare him for what’s coming?His new job as the deputy director is at odds with his desire to start using his powers to make a greater difference. He has to balance his secret while going above and beyond his role at the Bureau of Superheroes...Categorized as:
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![The Ballad of Smallhope and Pennyroyal by Jodi Taylor]()
The Ballad of Smallhope and Pennyroyal by Jodi Taylor
Rated: 4.69 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsFrom the globally bestselling author of the Chronicles of St Mary's and Time Police series - the origin story of bounty hunters Smallhope and Pennyroyal.Meet Lady Amelia Smallhope, for whom there is no problem that can't be solved by a drink and a think.And Pennyroyal, for whom there is no problem. Ever.Everyone's favourite bounty hunters. Sorry - recovery agents. No bad guy they can't handle...Categorized as:
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![It Ain't Easy by Jan Stryvant]()
It Ain't Easy by Jan Stryvant
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsWith his home now secure, Sean can take the time to start catching up on the million and one things he's been meaning to do, but never quite seemed to have the time. However, life is really never that simple. Sean's two armies, run by his friend Chad and his great uncle Maitland are coming across a few things hinting that the Vestibulum aren't ready to give up the fight quite yet... -
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![Trying Times by Jan Stryvant]()
Trying Times by Jan Stryvant
Rated: 4.52 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsAs if Sean doesn't have enough problems, is seems that the crazies have finally decided to take him on. Whether it's fanatics who think he's the devil incarnate, or just people looking for any excuse to spread carnage, they've decided that Sean and the lycans present a problem that needs to be eliminated... -
![Saving Supervillains 3 by Bruce Sentar]()
Saving Supervillains 3 by Bruce Sentar
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWith Miles's encouragement, Melody, had accepted the physical changes wrought by ingesting monster fruit. But now, it was time to help her through everything else.In the wake of the attack on Point City by Daeva the military had devised a plan to insert Melody into Daeva's stronghold. To gain entry, Melody would have to use her new looks and put her best villain act on...Categorized as:
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![Saving Supervillains 5 by Bruce Sentar]()
Saving Supervillains 5 by Bruce Sentar
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsMiles’ life has changed irrevocably, with his secret out. He is the center of a wave from the media that he had not anticipated.Both good and bad, Miles must now navigate the political structure of Point City.Before Miles can be too content with his situation, he needs to remove the Brotherhood and the remnant of Roach’s organization... -
![Bikini Dawn: An Unconventional Romance by Michael Dalton]()
Bikini Dawn: An Unconventional Romance by Michael Dalton
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThings are always darkest before the dawn. A decade of living alone and broken-hearted has transitioned into a relationship with two beautiful, complex women, with rewards I could never have anticipated. After nearly a year together, Lexie, Olivia, and I are deeply in love and starting to plan our future.But the path to a happy life with the people you love is never as simple as it appears... -
![Red Skies by Jan Stryvant]()
Red Skies by Jan Stryvant
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsWith the President on his side and the failure of the Vestibulum's last-ditch attempt to stop him, it seems that Sean's goal is almost complete. Until, that is, the First moves up Sean's timetable to deal with Canada and Mexico. Also it seems that a group in Congress is starting to push back against the President's executive order, but no one really seems to know why. Or even who's behind it... -
![Mistress of Chaos by Benjamin Medrano]()
Mistress of Chaos by Benjamin Medrano
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsEvelyn wishes that her life would calm down.As if rescuing a former empress wasn’t enough of a problem, Evelyn has gotten herself involved in the affairs of dragons, something she doesn’t appreciate in the slightest. Even dealing with them might be easier than what comes afterward, as it seems that her luck is even worse than she thought it was... -
![Demis by David Burke]()
Demis by David Burke
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA new Prism has appeared but the monsterwaves are coming faster than ever.Will humaity's hope prove to be too little,too late?Meanwhile, Aden has too many voicesto listen to. This is his life but it turnsout much of what he thought he knewabout his past may be false... -
![The Dawn Chorus by Samantha Shannon]()
The Dawn Chorus by Samantha Shannon
Rated: 4.24 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsAn ebook exclusive which bridges the story between the previous and forthcoming instalments of Samantha Shannon's international phenomenon series The Bone SeasonPaige Mahoney and Arcturus Mesarthim have arrived in the Scion Citadel of Paris... -
![Missy Goes to Hong Kong by P.G. Allison]()
Missy Goes to Hong Kong by P.G. Allison
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMissy the Werecat: Book VIIIWhile busy at West Point, Missy continues helping her government friends deal with terrorists, mob wars and evil witches from overseas. But, with all that going on, maybe she's picked the wrong time to take over the New England werewolf pack.Of course, whenever anyone takes advantage of women, Missy will always step up. One thing will lead to another... -
![Unleashed Magic: A Wizard in Bremen Part 2 by Steve Higgs]()
Unleashed Magic: A Wizard in Bremen Part 2 by Steve Higgs
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsNo one knows about them. No one is ready. The false gods are coming. In seven days, I have to surrender myself to a demon. That was what I agreed to. That was the price to rescue a teenage girl. What would you do with your last week? My plan to drink good whisky and relax got shot to hell within hours when the police, who hate me by the way, begged for my help... -
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![Murder on Hunter's Eve by Morgan Stang]()
Murder on Hunter's Eve by Morgan Stang
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA werewolf terrorizes the city of Lamplight!It's the week of Hunter's Eve, a yearly celebration of monsters, ghosts, and things that go bump in the night. But for Huntress Isabeau Agarwal, the event is a stark reminder that in her line of work, there is never a day's rest.Murders rock the city, and Isabeau is charged with solving them before the killer strikes again... -
![Dragon Conjurer by Eric Vall]()
Dragon Conjurer by Eric Vall
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsI was just your average college anthropology student. I went to class, worked my minimum wage job, and studied for exams.Until I discovered that monsters are real, and I can summon the most powerful of them all: Dragons... -
![No More by P.S. Power]()
No More by P.S. Power
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIf you like new things, different things, good things... You'll love this book and it's main character! Hannah de Peyser has it all.At least on paper.She's rich. Good looking. Fun. Even a minor celebrity.Also a victim of crime. After being kidnapped for ransom four times in ten years, she decides she's simply had enough...Categorized as:
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![Storm by Skye Knizley]()
Storm by Skye Knizley
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOn a rainy night in 1971 the cruise ship Crescent Star vanished in the North Atlantic without a trace. No crew, no lifeboats and no wreckage was ever found, in spite of a three-week search. Two days ago, she crashed through and sank a pleasure yacht off the coast of New York, leaving five people dead. The ship has answered no hails and no one appears to be aboard... -
![New Day Rising by J.J. Arias]()
New Day Rising by J.J. Arias
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWould you do anything for your happily ever after? After fighting impossible odds to get back to each other, newly-turned Vampire Erin and her Queen Lucía want nothing more than to run off into the sunset and enjoy a moment’s peace. But when a group of Hunters emerges poised to put all supernatural life in their cross-hairs, their bubble barely has time to form before it implodes... -
![Raven by Skye Knizley]()
Raven by Skye Knizley
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAll Hallows Eve approaches and for once Raven Storm has plans to spend the holiday enjoying a party at Isle of Night with family and friends, something she hasn't done since high school.But someone has other plans and Raven is called to investigate the grisly murder of Monsignor Quinn, a priest left to drown in his own blood... -
![Dumb Luck by J.G. Jerome]()
Dumb Luck by J.G. Jerome
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBeings of myth and legend exist. My name’s Jack. I’m a relatively average guy working as an IT consultant. I had some interesting experiences as a soldier before I took up my current profession, but basically, I'm an average normal guy since then. It was pure dumb luck that I met a gorgeous woman on an airplane, and we hit it off... -
![Duplicity by Becca Fogg]()
Duplicity by Becca Fogg
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPrepare for more action, more magic, and a whole lot more steam in Duplicity, the second book in the Duality Series! Duality is an 18+ fantasy romance reverse harem series. Our snarky heroine must come to terms with her elemental powers or be trampled in the war between good and evil... -
![The Wraith by Jeffery H. Haskell]()
The Wraith by Jeffery H. Haskell
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsIf Punisher and Batman had a baby raised by John Wick... How far would you go to see justice done? How far is too far? For Madisun the answer is simple. There are people in this world that need killing, and she's just the woman for the job!From the bestselling author of the Full Metal Superhero comes an exciting new ongoing series set in the same world as Arsenal...Categorized as:
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![Shadowstorm by Skye Knizley]()
Shadowstorm by Skye Knizley
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIn the spring of 1984, just before his daughter's birth, Detective Mason Storm began an investigation into the ritualistic slaying of seven women, their bodies defiled and left covered in black rose petals. The case ended with Storm suspended. The bizarre murders were left unsolved... -
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![Magic Inc.: An Oriceran Urban Cozy by Martha Carr, Michael Anderle]()
Magic Inc.: An Oriceran Urban Cozy by Martha Carr, Michael Anderle
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSay the right words in just the right way, and step through a mirror into Mana Valley. A pocket dimension hidden on Oriceran. Are you in need of high tech wands, shifter apps, services for the dark internet or other magical technology? Well, take a chance and enter. All that and more can be found here...Categorized as:
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![Silhouette by Robin Hale]()
Silhouette by Robin Hale
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDr. Molly Fawn’s life is surprisingly normal, considering that she spends her days running support for a man who can fly and lift city buses with one hand. But when Molly interrupts the Silhouette — the city’s most notorious thief — in a middle of a job, everything gets a bit more exciting... -
![Right of Retribution: Book 3 by William D. Arand]()
Right of Retribution: Book 3 by William D. Arand
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWarner spent his days like no one else.He got up, went to work, forced people to balance their scales— either through taking lives or forced penance— went home, spent time with his daughter, slept with one of his girlfriends, and went to sleep.Only to repeat the pattern over and over and over.Life was the furthest thing from mundane that it could ever be...Categorized as:
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![Superpowers Unlocked by Justin Trublood]()
Superpowers Unlocked by Justin Trublood
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAfter a days-long meteor storm, superpowers emerge, creating more villains than heroes. One man will learn how to unlock the powers of a small group of women and restore justice for all.Toby Drake is faced with a crisis of conscience when a beautiful woman shows up on his doorstep, battered, bloodied and on run from a superpowered thug... -
![Maidens and Master Minds by Jay Aury]()
Maidens and Master Minds by Jay Aury
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe four rules of freelance villainy are as follows: Always wear a mask Never hurt civilians Never kill the heroes you’re paid to fight. And the bad guy always loses.But there's an unspoken fifth rule: Don't get involved with heroes off the clock.Too bad that's not an option after taking down Teklin... -
![Trolls by Erik Schubach]()
Trolls by Erik Schubach
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEvangeline Kane is thrust into a world and a role she never asked for. She finds herself questioning her sanity as she finds herself bound to a bridge as its Troll when the previous champion died in her arms... -
![Fix by Ferrett Steinmetz]()
Fix by Ferrett Steinmetz
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAmerica's long sent its best SMASH agents overseas to deal with the European crisis. As of today, they decided dismantling your operation was more important than containing the Bastogne Broach. Now you're dealing with the real professionals.Paul Tsabo: Bureaucromancer. Political activist. Loving father... -
![Our Lady of the Streets by Tom Pollock]()
Our Lady of the Streets by Tom Pollock
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratings"I couldn't have asked for a more satisfying finale" -- Tor.com In this thrilling conclusion to the Skyscraper Throne trilogy, Beth will come face-to-face with the goddess of the streets . . . Perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman's Neverwhere... -
![Ex-Superheroes 2 by A.J. Markam]()
Ex-Superheroes 2 by A.J. Markam
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe’s still saving the world and getting hot chicks… but the job just got a lot tougher. Hunter McNeil, former soldier and ex-superhero, just barely survived his last mission in Tokyo. But with his forcefield powers back at full strength and two smoking hot superheroines on his arm, he’s on to his next challenge. Unfortunately, the supervillain in charge of San Francisco is ready for him...Categorized as:
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![Blood of the Pack by Jenny Frame]()
Blood of the Pack by Jenny Frame
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAs the new Alpha of the Scottish Wulver pack, Kenrick Wulver has a bright future ahead. All she needs is her destined mate to share it with. Zaria Lupa isn’t looking for love. She’s been on the run from Leroux, Alpha of the American Lupa pack, ever since Leroux killed her sister... -
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![Ambience by Sierra Knoxly]()
Ambience by Sierra Knoxly
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhat if the only safe place in the world for an escaped slave is in a king's harem?Sira:The last hope for escaping my vicious master crumbles to dust when the High Temple in Gretolia refuses me sanctuary. I know the warlord will stop at nothing to get me back, but I would rather die than endure more of his cruelty. There's no place on the continent I can escape his grasp.. -
![Ultraviolet Dawn by B.A. Schulte]()
Ultraviolet Dawn by B.A. Schulte
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTHE AVENGERS MEETS SPIDER-GWEN! Sabrina Kang is the most hated person on Earth. Literally.That's what happens when your parents are the most successful supervillains the world has ever known. Now, years after their defeat, Sabrina lives with her superhero aunt, Solar Storm, where she watches from the sidelines as her cousin trains to become the world's next superstar superhero, Radiant...Categorized as:
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![Cunning Devil by Chris Underwood]()
Cunning Devil by Chris Underwood
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsIn a town where the monsters don't always have claws, someone has to look out for the little guy. That's where I come in. They call me cunning man, conjurer, wizard, but mostly they call me Ozzy. If a witch is throwing curses your way, or there's something scary scratching at your window in the night, I've got just the charm for you.Mostly, though, I find things...Categorized as:
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![The Masquerades of Spring by Ben Aaronovitch]()
The Masquerades of Spring by Ben Aaronovitch
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsMeet Augustus Berrycloth-Young—fop, flaneur, and Englishman abroad—as he chronicles the Jazz Age from his perch atop the city that never sleeps... -
![Rabble: End Game by C. Rochelle]()
Rabble: End Game by C. Rochelle
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratings**A just-for-funsies reunion book featuring ALL the MCs from Villainous Things (and Villains in Space), trapped together on an island for Butch & Xander's wedding... -
![Damsels and Deathrays by Jay Aury]()
Damsels and Deathrays by Jay Aury
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe four rules of freelance villainy are as I've made a good career following the rules and taking on superheroes in scripted fights. But I'd never dreamed it would end up with me dating two stunning supervillainess, getting a household death ray, and having a horny mad scientist living in my basement.But you roll with the punches in this business... -
![Waiting for Eternity by Alyson Root, Tara Sullivan]()
Waiting for Eternity by Alyson Root, Tara Sullivan
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsErin Hanson thought the hardest part was behind her...With Amelia by her side, Erin finally has a chance at the eternal love they once thought impossible. But as Erin’s thirtieth birthday approaches—and with it, the deadline for her transformation from human to vampire—the certainty of their future starts to unravel... -
![The Hero Game 3: Team Spirit: A LitRPG Superhero Adventure by August Aird]()
The Hero Game 3: Team Spirit: A LitRPG Superhero Adventure by August Aird
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEverything is going right for Jack Jenkins, aka the Boxer. He’s growing in strength and getting the hang of this whole hero game. Now all he has to do is juggle his unconventional relationships along with his budding attraction to the demonic temptress on his team who loves to tease him. Oh, yeah, and try not to fail out of the University he’s up all night protecting... -
![Death & Honey by Kevin Hearne, Delilah S. Dawson]()
Death & Honey by Kevin Hearne, Delilah S. Dawson
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDeath & Honey contains three novellas by New York Times bestsellers Delilah S. Dawson (as Lila Bowen), Kevin Hearne, and Chuck Wendig. Each of the stories features a full-color, full-page illustration by Galen Dara, who also contributed the cover and a full-color frontispiece... -
![The Great Brain Robbery by P.G. Bell]()
The Great Brain Robbery by P.G. Bell
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe adventure continues in book two of the stunning The Train to Impossible Places middle-grade fantasy series!Suzy Smith and her friends have gathered again for the re-launch of The Impossible Postal Express. The celebrations don't last long though, before Trollville is rocked by a violent tremor—one of a series growing more powerful by the day.It's clear something sinister is underfoot...Categorized as:
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![The Black Veins by Ashia Monet]()
The Black Veins by Ashia Monet
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsIn a world where magic thrives in secret city corners, a group of magicians embark on a road trip—and it’s the "no-love-interest", found family adventure you’ve been searching for.Sixteen-year-old Blythe is one of seven Guardians: magicians powerful enough to cause worldwide panic with a snap of their fingers...Categorized as:
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![Magica Riot by Kara Buchanan]()
Magica Riot by Kara Buchanan
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe last night of Claire Ryland's old life in the closet was pretty normal, aside from the alley fight with interdimensional monsters. Fortunately, the drummer of her favorite local band transformed into a magical girl and saved her.Then Claire became a magical girl as well. Things got a little complicated after that... -
![The Hero Game 2: Rise of the Mechaharpy: A litRPG Superhero Adventure by August Aird]()
The Hero Game 2: Rise of the Mechaharpy: A litRPG Superhero Adventure by August Aird
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJack Jenkins is dying for some action. After surviving the attack of the Iron Count, he and his superteam the Knuckleheads are basking in their success. Things at the university are quiet once again. Maybe too quiet.But when a seductive cat burglar is seen on campus, Jack must find out what she’s up to before the campus is thrust into chaos... -
![Villains Don't Save Heroes! by Mia Archer]()
Villains Don't Save Heroes! by Mia Archer
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsSequel to Villains Don't Date Heroes! Night Terror, the greatest villain Starlight City has ever known, finally had it all. A beautiful girl she couldn’t get enough of. The city finally sort of liked her after she saved it from a giant robot attack. Now it was time to live happily ever after, right? Yeah, right... -
![Beneath the Waves by Ali Vali]()
Beneath the Waves by Ali Vali
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsNo one has her life more mapped out than Kai Merlin. She’ll succeed her mother Galen and carry out every duty expected of her—the most important of which is to keep hidden the secrets her people have kept for eons.Vivien Palmer’s life has been just as planned out by her parents, and their dream is for her and her brother Franklin to eventually run the family business... -
![Kate on a Hot Tin Roof by Niall Teasdale]()
Kate on a Hot Tin Roof by Niall Teasdale
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsKate should not exist. The product of a mad scientist of great talent, she is the fusion of man and beast only made possible but the power of the Wonder Metal, Unobtainium. When Charles Barstow-Hall’s grandfather discovered Unobtainium in Scotland, he had no idea that it would change the world, and even less idea of the extent of that change...Categorized as:
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