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A CASE OF DRAGONS: BOOK ONE IN THE CASTLIAN EMPIRE DUOLOGY A royal murder. Long-held secrets. The need to clear your name. A Case of Dragons is a tale about finding your identity and your home in the world, even in the unlikeliest of places.
Everything that could go wrong—did. Kade’s loyalties are tangled in something far more treacherous than any of us realized. Reese seems desperate to make amends, and I hate to say, he’s growing on me. And Artemis…. Well, she won’t wake up. According to Gabriel, she might not ever. There has to be a cure—but only if I keep a level head. Grief and anger crash inside me, and if I lose my cool, I might lose her, too. -- Nemesis must be read prior to Warrior for continuity.Mostra libro
London, 1918: the world is being torn apart by war, but for the girls of London’s Foyles bookshop, where there is friendship, there is hope… Perfect for fans of Rosie Clarke and Elaine Everest. Ellen Beckford and her sister Mary are living under their father’s shadow. Before their beloved mother died, they had dreamed of bright futures, but torn apart by grief, Harold Beckford barely lets his daughters out of his sight. Then Harold is injured during a break-in at his office at London’s docklands, and can no longer work. And with prices rising and food scarce, Ellen has no choice but to defy her father’s rules and seek employment. She finds a position at London’s renowned Foyles bookshop, and the other shop girls quickly take her under their wing. But there are dark times ahead. Ellen’s father is accused of gathering intelligence from the docklands for the enemy, and the police seem determined to see him shot for spying. With the help of her new friends, can Ellen clear her father’s name and save her family from destitution? Praise for Elaine Roberts: 'A delightful story of friendship, love and hope during the dark days of WW1' Elaine Everest 'It’s great to be back at Foyles Bookshop in London during WW1. The shop girls stories have been told before so this time it’s the turn of the Beckford family. Ellen the eldest daughter has to take on more responsibilities as her Father is accused of spying. Lots of great characters as well as those you love to hate' Netgalley reviewer 'A book about working in a bookshop just what I love. This is another wonderful family saga in this series. A quick read but, very enjoyable' Netgalley reviewer 'Kept me enthralled from start to finish' Netgalley reviewer 'Offers a heart-wrenching insight into how hard life was for the women left at home and how emotions ran high as war continued. A highly recommended read that will pull at your heartstrings' Netgalley reviewer 'Was immediately drawn in to this story' Netgalley reviewer 'A real heart-warming read. Great story and characters, would love a sequel' Netgalley reviewer 'A strong start to what looks to be a trilogy of books about these women and I cannot wait to go back and see how they are all faring' Netgalley reviewer 'Skilfully crafted characters and an exquisite storyline all kept my attention from the first page to the last' Netgalley reviewer 'If you're looking for something to make you cry over your tea and warm your heart on a wintery morning, then this is a book you'll want to reach for' Netgalley reviewer 'The author did an outstanding job of finding a niche in the saga genre' Netgalley reviewer 'A richly drawn character study of different women coming of age during a time of much social and political upheaval' Netgalley reviewer 'Poignant ... A brilliant start to a series. I can certainly recommend this to any reader who enjoys this genre' Netgalley reviewer 'A phenomenal read ... A fantastic debut ... Rich in atmosphere and period detail and full of wonderful characters readers simply cannot help but care about!' Netgalley reviewer 'A lovely, original story ... The historical details create a lush setting ... If there will be a sequel, I look forward to it!' Netgalley reviewer 'The perfect book for book lovers who love to read about bookstores, those who love historical fiction set in WWI and those who enjoy stories of strong female friendships' Netgalley reviewerMostra libro
In Conquerors' Pride, Timothy Zahn, Hugo Award-winning author of the New York Times bestselling Star Wars(r) trilogy, unfurled an epic tale of drama and courage as the interstallar Commonwealth faced savage invasion by alien starships of unknown origin. Now he probes deeply into the world of the invaders themselves in one of the most powerful evocations of an alien society ever created.The Zhirrzh have won a temporary respite in their war with the barbarians. But the Human captive Pheylan Cavanaugh has escaped, and for that Thrr-gilag, the young Searcher, finds himself disgraced, his bond-engagement to a female of a rival clan imperiled. Soon he becomes a target of hidden and powerful forces seeking to remake Zhirrzh society in their own merciless image. His only hope is to prove that the overclan authorities are wrong: that it was not the humans who started the war.But time is short. The forces of the Zhirrzh are overextended and face swift retaliation. The Zhirrzh have learned to conquer death itself–but even that awesome power will be no match for the devastating might of the Human Conqueror armadas. Thrr-gilag soon comes to realize that his people face a two-fold threat: destruction by Human technology . . . or destruction from within.Mostra libro
Contrary to the odds, he was a survivor. But it wasn't over, no matter what anyone said—including his former allies. The deadly, shadowy entity he was up against was not yet fully vanquished and was doing everything in its power to execute its evil scheme and take out anything in its way. It had at its disposal the latest technology, professional killers, and high-ranking patrons. And Clem Denisov, inveterate angel of retribution, wasn't going to put up with it. Clem's one saving grace was his ability to send sinners to hell—a place he knew only too well. And he wouldn't rest until the last of the killers targeting the players received his just dues. Nothing, not even the ghosts from his past, could stop him . . .Mostra libro
When the crimes are supernatural and the monsters committing them are human, you need a real monster to find justice for the victims. This monster is a half-Daemon detective, who has a brutal reputation to live down to.Mostra libro
Welcome to Wild Heartlands Ranch - home to the sexiest cowboys in Montana 🐎🌶️💖 A steamy second chance romance for fans of Elsie Silver and Paisley Hope! Twelve years ago, she chose the spotlight. I chose the ranch. Now she’s back in town, and consuming my every thought. Avery Blake left Montana to follow her dreams, while I stayed rooted to my family’s Montana ranch. She asked me to go with her once. But I couldn’t. And then the inevitable silence hurt worse than her leaving. So when Avery returns to our small town, all soft smiles and familiar fire, I tell myself I’ve moved on. My family welcomes her like she never left, but I don’t plan on reopening old wounds. Except she keeps showing up. She slips into my days and my nights, reminding me of dusty roads, shared secrets, and the way loving her once felt as natural as breathing. The chemistry between us still burns hot and reckless, even when I know her career is waiting beyond these mountains. My life is tied to the land. Hers has always been meant for more. But some loves don’t fade—they wait. And now I have to decide if I’m brave enough to loosen the reins, risk my heart, and chase the one woman who ever made this ranch feel like more than home. For fans of the Chestnut Springs series by Elsie Silver! Tropes: 🧲 Cowboy romance 🧲 Second chance romance 🧲 Found family 🧲 Ranch life 🧲 Pining MMC 🧲 Spicy!Praise for K. A. James ''KA James' stories will pull you in and have you turning the pages, falling in love with characters who stay with you long after the last page.' Elle Nicoll “KA James brings oodles of steam and emotion to create a compellingly swoony read.” Amy Andrews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Loved every word of this cosy cowboy romance' Reader Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'What a way to kick start this series! I cant wait for the rest of it!' Reader Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'This is one of my favourite second chance romance novels' Reader Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'I literally finished this book at 3am I was hooked from the very first page until the end' Reader ReviewMostra libro
