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Under the Oak Tree: Season 2 -5- by Suji Kim
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsStuttering Maximilian Croyso spent a lifetime suffering the abuse of her cruel father, Duke Croyso. The Duke’s final act of cruelty? Marrying Maxi off to the war hero Riftan, legendary slayer of dragons. Now these two complete strangers have to try to make the arranged marriage that neither wanted work out.At first, the brooding Riftan and shy, nervous Maxi have nothing in common...Categorized as:
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The Void of Muirwood by Jeff Wheeler
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 32 ratingsWhen banished Princess Maia is captured by her father and threatened with execution, it appears that all is lost…until the people rise in rebellion against their king. Suddenly, the cast-aside royal finds herself crowned the first Queen of Comoros. But enemies appear on all sides as her father’s conniving supporters assemble a new army against the fledgling ruler... -
Der Kuss des Kjer by Lynn Raven
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsMit einem Trick bringt Mordan, der erste Heerführer der kriegerischen Kjer, die junge Heilerin Lijanas vom Volk der Nivard in seine Gewalt. Im Auftrag seines Königs Haffren will er die Heilerin und ein zauberkräftiges Elixier, die »Tränen der weißen Schlange«, an den Hof bringen... -
The Duelist 7 by Eric Vall
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAlex and his family finish their business on Terr and leave the island better than they found it.But they can’t go home yet.Amaya’s fate as the Prophetess looms ever closer, but Alex comes to suspect the oryx-woman may not be what, or rather who, the Order thinks she is.To find answers, they plan to travel to Eng Isle, but Alex keeps having these dreams... -
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Rise of the Weakest Summoner: Volume IX by J. R. Saileri
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThough the request they had received from the Elf Queen was certainly surprising and not easy to fulfill, Ast's group still managed to save Civienne's precious friend, at the same time, saving the Elf Nation from the threat of an evil cult lurking right beneath the capital grounds... -
Embrace the Light by Jocelynn Drake
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsA Tragic Story Comes to Light.At last, Caelan and his companions are heading to see a long-time ally of Erya.But New Rosanthe soldiers have already moved into the city, and nothing is quite as it seems.Even as old betrayals reveal new enemies, Caelan’s main goal remains the God of Wisdom and the truth.The only problem is that time is running out and the Dead God is waiting to claim him... -
The World of Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe official guide to the New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series complete with characters, creatures, new artwork, and more!Everyone knows the story of the assassin queen. But now, fans of the New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series will be immersed in her journey like never before... -
The Ring Sets Out by J.R.R. Tolkien
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsContinuing the story of The Hobbit, this seven-volume paperback boxed set of Tolkien's epic masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings is a collection to treasure. Sauron, the Dark Lord, has gathered to him all the Rings of Power; the means by which he intends to rule Middle-earth... -
We Three Heroes by Lynette Noni, Emily Bauer
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 15 ratings'We all have to do our part if we’re to survive the coming storm.'Alexandra Jennings might be the hero of The Medoran Chronicles, but she would be lost without her three closest friends. They are her heroes, and like all heroes, they each have their own story.Meet the real D.C. in 'Crowns and Curses' and discover how she becomes the princess Alex once despised but now adores...Categorized as:
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The River of Silver: Tales from the Daevabad Trilogy by S.A. Chakraborty
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBestselling author S. A. Chakraborty's acclaimed Daevabad Trilogy gets expanded with this new compilation of stories from before, during, and after the events of The City of Brass, The Kingdom of Copper, and The Empire of Gold, all from the perspective of characters both beloved and hated, and even those without a voice in the novels... -
Sombras da Noite Branca by Sandra Carvalho
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsO momento de todas as decisões aproxima-se. Halvard, o Filho do Dragão, espera ansiosamente a chegada da Noite Branca para assimilar o Conhecimento Absoluto e tornar-se um deus na Terra. Quase todos os seus inimigos foram destruídos; apenas o rei Ivarr do povo viquingue, os Guardiães das Lágrimas do Sol e da Lua e os Sacerdotes dos Penhascos ainda resistem... -
The Duelist 6 by Eric Vall
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe island of Terr is on the brink of civil war and destruction, so Alex will need to use every one of his “Ambassador” skills to keep that from happening.But Terr has dwelled in darkness for too long, and monsters threaten to destroy the Terran people from within and without... -
Building Harem Town 5 by Eric Vall
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIt looks like the threat of an enemy god is a lot closer to home than I realized. It’s time for my loyal priestesses and I to expand my territory, build up my armies, and take on the strange beasts who prowl the northern forest.But there’s more lurking in these woods than I anticipated... -
Primal Undying by Melody Rose
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA spirit of light turned into a goddess of darkness… and a world at the brink of war… With the Morrigan unleashed in my heart and five men now in my bed, my dreams of ever being a normal Prime Academy student have long been out the window. Now, new dreams and visions decide my fate… and the fate of us all.But as I tame the darkness within, the darkness against us grows impatient...Categorized as:
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Blood: Becoming the Vampire Queen by B.E. Brouillard
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhat is that old saying? “Keep your friends close and your enemies closer.”I think I took it too far.I got intimately close to the vampire king and then lied to him.I betrayed him in the worst of ways.Now I have to work closely with the one person who hates me most of all in order to help save his people.But he forgets that he lied too, and all’s fair in love and war...Categorized as:
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The King of Koraha by Maria V. Snyder
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHard on the heels of trouble in Zirdai city, Shyla Sun-Kissed and Rendor are ordered to report to the King of Koraha - a summons that is deadly to ignore. The King holds the key to Koraha's existence, but a formidable new enemy threatens Koraha's very survival and the King desperately needs Shyla and Rendor's help... -
A Throne From the Ashes by C.C. Peñaranda
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAs darkness descends, two destinies will merge. But as embers fly, one may rise from the ashes.A KINGDOM…Far from the land she knows, Faythe is beckoned toward the secrets of her heritage. Through trials of her name and a challenge to her claim, does she have what it takes to rule? Faythe bears a future that haunts; Reylan harbors a past that lingers... -
Hidden Fate by Jen L. Grey
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsI'm the cause of a war between two brothers… two dragon princes.The king is dead.He was the one person who could’ve protected my fated mate, the true heir to the throne.As a result, Thorn and I are being hunted as we scramble to find a way to survive this war.Even with our allies, our numbers are small… not great enough to fight the prince who is desperate to claim the crown...Categorized as:
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Tempest by R.K. Ryals
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWe must overcome and prevail ...King Raemon of Medeisia is slaughtering tattooed scribes and mages, forcing them into hiding. All marked and those associated with them are destroyed. The people are desperate. Months after challenging Raemon, the marked rebels of Medeisia must rise against their bloodthirsty king or chance being annihilated... -
A Tournament of Crowns by Elise Kova
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsA Royal Tournament. Thrilling Magic. Deadly Mysteries. Slow-Burn Romance.Last night, Eira killed a man.However justified her actions were, many now regard her as a cold-blooded murderer and a heretic who extinguished their hope. But there’s no time to explain herself. She barely has a chance to wash the blood off her hands before the Tournament of Five Kingdoms begins... -
The Dark Prince by Sarah K.L. Wilson
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWho says all handsome princes are charming? Hunted by the Magikas, Amel seeks refuge on a secluded island with her beloved dragon and an injured friend. But when she meets the Prince of Baojang there, she realizes she can't stay in hiding. Someone needs to warn the Dominion of the plotted treachery she’s sure he’s a part of - and quickly before her friend Savette is married off to the Dark Prince... -
Warlord by Jennifer Fallon
Rated: 4.26 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsMarla Wolfblade is reeling from the loss of her closest confidant, Elizaar the Fool, who taught her the Rules of Gaining and Wielding Power, and helped shape her into a force in Hythria. But Marla's plans for revenge are disrupted when she discovers she has a dangerous adversary... -
Blood of the Earth by David A. Wells
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsAlexander’s costly victory at Northport provides only a brief reprieve from the onslaught of enemy forces converging on those loyal to the Old Law. Prince Phane has created a deadly new soldier – man mixed with darkness – imbued with terrible power and a purpose so sinister that that it could turn those Alexander loves most against him … or take them away from him forever... -
Power of Pen and Voice by Melanie Cellier
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsA Spoken Mage companion novelWhen a Sekali princess unexpectedly bursts into Elena and Lucas’s betrothal celebrations, Ardann is forced to send a team to investigate her claims of a new enemy. The last thing Saffron expects, or wants, is to be called on to assist. But she can’t risk disgracing her family by refusing to join the expedition...Categorized as:
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Vengeance Blooms by Chloe Hodge
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOrphaned and alone, Ashalea Kindaris has just one goal in life-- to avenge the death of her parents. But when darkness descends on the land, she discovers her motives are linked to a much larger quest. To protect the world from elimination, she must find the next Guardians of the Grove-- Everosia's inner sanctum and gateway to other dimensions... -
From Flame and Ash by Carrie Ann Ryan
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsNYT Bestselling Author Carrie Ann Ryan continues Lyric’s epic journey in this spellbinding sequel to From Breath and Ruin.I lost my past, my friends, and even my connections to both worlds when I found out about the Maison realm and my calling. Now I must put that aside and travel back to the kingdoms to continue my training as the Spirit Priestess...Categorized as:
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Flame Dancer by Hercules West
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsGet ready to be transported to a world beyond your wildest imagination in this fast paced adventure! When Alex Khan's military service comes to an end, he's eager for a change. Little does he know, fate has a different plan in store for him . A nearby lightning strike triggers an ancient stone portal, whisking Alex away to a mysterious alien world teeming with magic and danger...Categorized as:
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Scales of Ice & Shadow by Emily L. Schneider
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThey say love conquers all…but what about an army of ruthless dragons?Kaida and Prince Tarrin barely escaped the dungeon of Belharnt with their lives.Now, the Remnant is hunting them while the Royal Palace is under the claw of the Council... -
Wicked Ties by Shanora Williams
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn Vakeeli, trust will get you killed…After being betrayed by one of the few people he trusts, Caz has become a prisoner in his own mind. For once, he can’t work his way out of a deadly situation…but with a mate like Willow, there’s always a way... -
Primal Igniting by Melody Rose
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSomething wicked this way comes…With the help of the Cintamani Stone, things are almost back to normal for my mates and me. Well, as normal as the five of us were ever going to get...Categorized as:
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Primal Rising by Melody Rose
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOtherworld feels shattered, but my mates and I are there to pick up the pieces.The memory of the Capitol still hangs heavy in the air, but my mates and I are prepared to do what we can to battle for what’s right. With all of Prime Academy behind us, and newer, more powerful allies, I’m finally prepared to take on the role of the phoenix...Categorized as:
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Sea of Shadow by Sarah K.L. Wilson
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThough shadow sweeps over the land, light will not relent.Intense. Delightful. Unrelenting. A no-nonsense heroine, a sword of questionable origin, and a plot that sinks its claws in and does not let go. Grab a reading buddy and buckle in...Categorized as:
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The Crystal Gryphon by Andre Norton
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsThe story of Kerovan, whose cloven hooves set him apart from the human folk of the Dales, as he seeks his rights as heir to the throne of Ulm at a time when strange sea invaders are shattering the old kingdoms, and equally enigmatic manifestations of the Old Ones coming to interfere with humanity...Categorized as:
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Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAfter nearly eighteen months at Basgiath War College, Violet Sorrengail knows there’s no more time for lessons. No more time for uncertainty. Because the battle has truly begun, and with enemies closing in from outside their walls and within their ranks, it’s impossible to know who to trust... -
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Rising From the Ashes: The Chronicles of Caymin by Caren J. Werlinger
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsRising From the Ashes: The Chronicles of Caymin Ancient Ireland – an era of clan wars, petty kings and invasions by raiders from the north. As Christianity tightens its hold, magic and the old ways fight to keep their place in the hearts of the people. Born into this world is Ash, orphaned and maimed, left to die. She is rescued by a clan of badgers and raised to be one of them... -
Radiant Fierce by Everly Frost
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsOne lie began it all.I have become a traitor to my people, hated and feared by the ones I once protected, driven to destruction by the lies on which my life was based.Two traitors.Now, I have no choice but to escape with Nathaniel Shield into the heart of Fell, a land of dark creatures and brutal laws ruled by a cruel King, who wants us both dead.Three chances to survive... -
The Uncrowned Prince by Kenley Davidson
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsKiss him or kill him?After years of living a double life as a wastrel and a cad, Prince Vaniell has walked away from his position and privilege with only two goals in mind—to save the Five Thrones, and to build a world where mages can live in peace. His greatest enemy in this endeavor? A power hungry king, whose dreams of empire march ever closer to fruition.Melger. The ruler of Garimore... -
Trial by Heist by Kel Carpenter, Carrie Whitethorne
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTrial by Heist is a full-length novella set in between Heir of Shadows and Scion of Midnight. This book is told from Johanna’s perspective.The Mother will guide you. The dragon will call.I used to believe that. I used to believe a lot of things.My name is Johanna Kozak, and I have spent over a decade living in the shadows of our very dark world... -
Bride of Alvar (Redemption Book #1) by Silver Reins
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAll her life Lucy's mother has insisted Lucy is promised in marriage to a king from another world. Determined to take control of her life, Lucy gets engaged to her very normal boyfriend. However, before she can make it down the aisle, a darkly handsome and mysterious King Alvar appears and tells her the time has come for her to marry him and become his queen... -
The Wizard of Bright Isle by MomsDarkSecret
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsKieran, a kind-hearted boy living a simple life as a servant on a gentleman’s estate, learns that he has the power to become one of the kingdom’s most feared denizens: a royal wizard. This life-changing event transports him into a world of magic, politics and intrigue, where he becomes involved with the kingdom’s invalid prince Edouard and discovers the true meaning of devotion... -
The Forge of Dawn by Jesse Hajicek, Jumping Jack Flash
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBarbarian swordsman Kastor Auberlane has no problem with this saving-the-world thing; it's putting up with Mikah that's a little hard to take.Status: CompleteWord count: approx. 109,222 Art credit: http://kanarae.deviantart.com/art/Mik.. -
Herd Mistress by Lisa Blackwood
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMagic. It turned Sorsha Stonemantle's world on its head. Yet she can't hate magic for without it Shadowdancer, the Santhyrian ambassador, would never have come into her life. In the days following their first meeting, Sorsha knows Shadowdancer completes her soul. There's only one problem. He's a horse, or at least, enough like one that any relationship beyond friendship is an impossibly... -
The Bone Thief by Breeana Shields
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratings“I was absolutely swept away by the world of The Bone Charmer.” – Kendare Blake, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Three Dark Crowns seriesA deft exploration of the weight of grief and cost of revenge, Breeana Shields’s Bone Charmer duology reaches its spine-tingling conclusion in this high-octane fantasy-thriller... -
Crown of Roses by Hillary Raymer
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCursed with the blood of her enemy, Maeve will stop at nothing to prove she’s worthy of her mother’s crown. Her opportunity finally arrives when the Scathing, a dark fae magic, afflicts her kingdom and leaves a trail of death and decay in its wake. The only way to stop the Scathing is to retrieve the soul of the goddess Danua from within the fae realm... -
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The Phoenix Keeper by S.A. MacLean
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAs head phoenix keeper at a world-renowned zoo for magical creatures, Aila's childhood dream of conserving critically endangered firebirds seems closer than ever. There's just one glaring caveat: her zoo's breeding program hasn't functioned for a decade... -
Bound by Firelight by Dana Swift
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe heart-pounding sequel to Cast in Firelight, perfect for fans of epic, sweepingly romantic fantasy by Sabaa Tahir, Susan Dennard, and Mary E. Pearson.After a magical eruption devastates the kingdom of Belwar, royal heir Adraa is falsely accused of masterminding the destruction and forced to stand trial in front of her people, who see her as a monster... -
Dark Horse by Mary H. Herbert
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAfter her entire clan was massacred, a young woman assumes her brother's identity and becomes a warrior - all to exact revenge upon the chieftain who ordered her family slain. But the chieftain, Lord Medb, has resurrected the forbidden art of sorcery and plans to destroy all who oppose him in this dark ages fantasy world... -
Entranced by Sylvia Mercedes
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTHE PRINCE AND THE LIBRARIAN . . .Clara is an Obligate—a human servant at the Court of Dawn.She doesn’t know why. She knows only that she broke the Pledge and must therefore spend her days obliging the every whim of a capricious fae princess. If she can keep her head down and follow the rules, she might survive to the end of her Obligation, spending her days working in the vast palace library... -
Unbound by Katherine Buel
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAs the growing conflict forces Logan to embrace his newly discovered heritage, he fights to control a power he has long kept buried—a power that threatens everything he has tried to make of himself. Desperate to spare Astarti yet another burden, he tries to hide his crumbling control, but she has long since learned to recognize a lie... -
Nightborn by Jessica Thorne
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsLike deep dark water, it pulls them down. The faint fire of magic within them flickers and dies. Their eyes turn black as night. They are nightborn now.Grace Marchant has been many things: streetwise orphan, rebellious servant, and now beloved companion of Prince Bastien, heir to the throne of Larelwynn. But their sunlit happiness is not destined to last...
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