Children’s / Teenage fiction: Fantasy romance

Book SynopsisThere are two sides to every story....You know Bella and Edward, now get to know Beau and Edythe.When Beaufort Swan moves to the gloomy town of Forks and meets the mysterious, alluring Edythe Cullen, his life takes a thrilling and terrifying turn. With her porcelain skin, golden eyes, mesmerizing voice, and supernatural gifts, Edythe is both irresistible and enigmatic.What Beau doesn''t realize is the closer he gets to her, the more he is putting himself and those around him at risk. And, it might be too late to turn back....With a foreword and afterword by Stephenie Meyer, this compelling reimagining of the iconic love story is a must-read for Twilight fans everywhere.

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Book SynopsisBeautiful Redemption is the much-anticipated finale of the spellbinding love story that began with Beautiful Creatures - a romance that is bound to capture the hearts of Twilight fans everywhere.One night in the rain, Ethan Wate opened his eyes and fell in love with Lena Duchannes. His life would never be the same.Ethan always dreamed of leaving the stifling Southern town of Gatlin.But he never dreamt that finding love with Lena Duchannes would drive him away. Lena is a Caster girl whose supernatural powers unveiled a secretive and cursed side of Gatlin, so powerful it forced him to make a terrible sacrifice.Now Ethan must find a way to return to Lena - and Gatlin - as she vows to do whatever it takes to get him back. Even if it means trusting old enemies or risking their loved ones'' lives.Some loves are meant to be. Others are cursed . . . Can Ethan and Lena rewrite their fate and their spellbinding love stTrade ReviewThis novel has been generating Twilight-level buzz. * Teen Vogue *

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Book Synopsis A stunning YA romantasy inspired by Greek mythology by the acclaimed author of The Fandom duology. 'Gorgeous and deeply heartfelt' BEA FITZGERALD 'This book has it all' ALEXANDRA CHRISTO 'A triumph of a book' ANN SEI LIN In the citadel of Appollis, the Gods bestow single gifts on a chosen few. Icari has always known she's a Healer, while her twin sister, Sephie, is cast as an Embalmer, despite showing early promise as an Alchemist - a secret the sisters keep to themselves for possessing two skills is punishable by death. While Sephie learns how to wrap the dead, Icari eases the suffering of others, including a charismatic enemy prisoner called Caszeil. And it's to Caszeil that Icari turns when demons rise up from the Underworld and kidnap her sister. With his help, perhaps she can rescue Sephie. Even if this means growing wings - and flying in the face of the devil himself . . . A thrilling YA fantasy adventure romance inspired by Greek mythology From the acclaimed author of The Fandom duology (as Anna Day) A tale of love, sisterhood, magic and the triumph of life and truth over death Set in a gorgeous desert world of Oases and citadels MORE PRAISE FOR THE GIRL WHO GREW WINGS: 'I was completely swept away' KATHERINE CORR 'Captured my heart from the start and never let go' BEX HOGAN 'Clever, angry, ferociously feminist' LAURA WOOD 'Sublime, evocative, and full of twists and turns' NATALI SIMMONDS 'Kept me guessing throughout' BEN OLIVER

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Book SynopsisAN INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • In a dazzling new fantasy world full of whispered secrets and political intrigue, the magic of women is outlawed but four girls with unusual powers have the chance to change it all.The Nightbirds are Simta’s best-kept secret: Girls with a unique and powerful magic they can gift with just a kiss. Some would kill to possess them; the church would kill them outright. But protected by the Great Houses, the Nightbirds are well-guarded treasures.As this Season’s Nightbirds, Matilde, Æsa, and Sayer will spend their nights bestowing their gifts to well-paying clients. Once their season is through, they’re each expected to marry a Great House lord and become mothers to the next generation of Nightbirds before their powers fade away. But as they find themselves at the heart of a political scheme that threatens not only their secrets, but their very lives, their future suddenly becomes uncertain.When they diTrade ReviewPraise for Nightbirds:A 2024 Rise: Feminist Book Project YA Pick!An Amazon Best Book of the Month – March 2023“In this sumptuous fantasy, the magic wielded by girls is outlawed, but the “Nightbirds” share it secretly—through kissing. A lush adventure.” —People★ “Lush settings, careful worldbuilding, and taut exposition [make for] . . . an electrifying, high-stakes series opener grounded in feminist themes.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review★ “In this dazzling, fiercely feminist novel . . . debut author Armstrong uses lush, seamlessly incorporated worldbuilding, kaleidoscopic third-person-present narration told via realistically rendered characters, and fraught queer and straight romantic subplots to explore issues of classism and misogyny. With a pace that never flags and a harrowing, high-stakes plot, this distinguished read boasts texture, heft, and heart." —Publishers Weekly, starred review★ “Armstrong’s intricate debut novel . . . is packed with memorable characters . . . [and a] riveting plot.” —Booklist, starred review"The plot is full of secrets, betrayals, and twists that will make readers reluctant to set the book down for any length of time. The characters are all believable and relatable, with strengths and weaknesses to boot, and the story is laced with just enough romance. With refreshingly original characters and lush language, this debut fantasy will leave readers clamoring for the sequel.” —School Library Journal“This richly developed world with Prohibition-era flair and a fast-paced, character-driven narrative make for a strong showing from debut author Armstrong, and the layered plot offers readers plenty of action, intrigues, romance, and betrayal. . . Give this book to readers who enjoy Leigh Bardugo or Maggie Tokuda-Hall’s The Mermaid, the Witch, & the Sea” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books“A luscious, sumptuously woven, and totally addictive fantasy. It’s like Gatsby with magic and sky-high stakes, layer upon layer of incredible worldbuilding peeling back as we slowly uncover the spider’s web of stories and secrets our characters are hoarding. From the gritty docks to the glitzy ballrooms to the magical speakeasy through the back of a wardrobe, I’d kill to have written this myself.” —Amie Kaufman, New York Times bestselling author of Illuminae and Aurora Rising "A glamour-soaked, glittering jewel of a book. Nightbirds will whirl you through a world full of dark secrets, forbidden magics and fierce girls, leaving you giddy and breathless.” —Lili Wilkinson, author of A Hunger of Thorns“With writing as beautiful as its magic and a story that packs as much of a punch as its intrepid heroines, Nightbirds is a soaring debut you won’t want to miss!” —Ryan Graudin, award winning author of Wolf by Wolf

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Book Synopsis The third book in the heart-stopping The Darkest Minds trilogy, by New York Times bestselling author of Lore.The fate of a generation lies in Ruby's hands - and one wrong move could set the world on fire.One of the few survivors of a disease which killed most of America's children, Ruby has emerged as Leader of the rebel group determined to bring the government down. Torn apart by the unbearable loss of Liam, she forms an unlikely alliance with his brother, Cole. But whatever their differences, Ruby and Cole are united by a clear mission: there are thousands like them still suffering in 'rehabilitation camps'. It's up to Ruby to set them free ...'A riveting emotional read that kept me on the edge.' - Melissa Marr, author of Wicked LovelyAlexandra Bracken is the New York Times bestselling author of Lore, Passenger, Wayfarer and The Darkest Minds series. Visit her online at www.alexandrabracken.com and on Twitter @alexbrackenTrade ReviewA riveting emotional read that kept me on the edge. -- Melissa Marr, author of Wicked LovelyHaunting ... Bracken creates a gripping and terrifying dystopian world. * Kirkus Reviews *A new twist on dystopia, this is one not to miss. * Romantic Times *The story's quick-paced action leads to a heartbreaking cliffhanger that will have readers eager for the next book ... * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisA New York Times bestseller! This sparkling edition includes a special case stamping, bonus content, and a teaser to book two in this heart-pounding series! Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, this young adult fantasy follows the forbidden romance between a powerful prince and an ordinary girl as they try to survive their kingdom’s grueling laws pitting them against each other.She is the very thing he’s spent his whole life hunting. He is the very thing she’s spent her whole life pretending to be. Only the extraordinary belong in the kingdom of Ilya—the exceptional, the empowered, the Elites. The powers these Elites have possessed for decades were graciously gifted to them by the Plague, though not all were fortunate enough to both survive the sickness and reap the reward. Those born Ordinary are just that—ordinary. And when the king decreed that all Ordinaries be banished to preserve his Elite society, lacking an ability suddenly became a crime—making Paedyn Gray a felon by fate and a thief by necessity. Surviving in the slums as an Ordinary is no simple task, and Paedyn knows this better than most. Having been trained by her father to be keenly observant since she was a child, Paedyn poses as a Psychic in the crowded city, blending in with the Elites as best she can to stay alive and out of trouble…easier said than done. When Paeydn unsuspectingly saves one of Ilya’s princes, she finds herself thrown into the Purging Trials. The brutal competition exists to showcase the Elites’ powers—the very thing Paedyn lacks. If the Trials and the opponents within them don’t kill her, the prince she’s fighting feelings for certainly will if he discovers what she is…completely Ordinary.

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Book Synopsis The extraordinary sequel to The Balloon Thief: an epic journey into a world of shadows and trickery where the stakes are even higher ... After the epic battle of The Balloon Thief, Khadija, Jacob and Darian are heroes. But then Khadija learns that her sister, Talia, has been kidnapped and taken to the jinn realm of Al-Ghaib. Khadija and Darian go to her rescue. But Darian is strangely changed since the battle that cost him his heart. Khadija will need all her wits about her if she's to outfox her sister's captor - and perhaps, save the boy she loves . . . The fiery sequel to the celebrated YA fantasy romance The Balloon Thief A dual narrative split between Khadija’s magical quest to rescue her sister, and Jacob’s embroilment in a political mystery Full of ancient djinn, epic adventure and heartrending romance Explores love, politics, equality and racism in a highly original South Asian-inspired fantasy world PRAISE FOR THE BALLOON THIEF: 'An exhilarating adventure' OBSERVER 'Highly relevant yet utterly original' LAUREN JAMES 'A thrilling fantasy' IRISH EXAMINER

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Book SynopsisTrade Review'It left me tearing through the pages desperate to find out what happens next. This is queer storytelling done right.' -- Calum McSwiggan * Author of Eat Gay Love *'A must-read enemies to lovers' * Gay Times *'A bewitching fantasy packed with heart shattering twists, Brenna Nation has woven a devastating tale about the things we do for love.' * Rosie Talbot, author of Sixteen Souls *

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Book SynopsisA Morris Debut YA Award Finalist A painfully average teen’s life is upended by a magical apocalypse in this “thrilling, moving, and fantastical” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) novel perfect for fans of The Raven Boys, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and The Rest of Us Just Live Here. High school is hard enough to survive without an apocalypse to navigate. Sid Spencer has always been the most normal girl in her abnormal hometown, a tourist trap built over one of the fault lines that seal magic away from the world. Meanwhile, all Sid has to deal with is hair-ruining humidity, painful awkwardness, being one of four Asians in town, and her friends dumping her when they start dating each other—just days after one of the most humiliating romantic rejections faced by anyone, ever, in all of history. Then someone kills one of the Guardians who protect the seal. The earth rips open and unleashes the magic trapped inside. Monsters crawl from the ground, no one can enter or leave, and the man behind it all is roaming the streets with a gang of violent vigilantes. Suddenly, Sid’s life becomes a lot less ordinary. When she finds out her missing brother is involved, she joins the remaining Guardians, desperate to find him and close the fault line for good. Fighting through hordes of living corpses and uncontrollable growths of forest, Sid and a ragtag crew of would-be heroes are the only thing standing between their town and the end of the world as they know it. Between magic, murderers, and burgeoning crushes, Sid must survive being a perfectly normal girl caught in a perfectly abnormal apocalypse. Only—how can someone so ordinary make it in such an extraordinary world?

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Book Synopsis TORN APART BY WAR. REUNITED BY LOVE? Trade Review‘Divine Rivals was a genuine word of mouth hit that grew into an international bestseller, capturing the hearts of readers all over the world. Ruthless Vows is the epic conclusion of this story, that is just as tender and beautiful. Honestly, it crept up on us – there's a vulnerability and poignancy to the writing that made this exceptionally readable. We pick up two weeks after Iris returns home, her love Roman is lost behind enemy lines with no memory of his past. Hope arrives in a form we might remember, through a mysterious letter from an unknown pen pal that may just have all the answers.’ Glamour

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Book SynopsisESCAPE INTO THE EPIC NEW FANTASY FROM THE AUTHOR OF TIKTOK SENSATION, TO KILL A KINGDOM.Trade ReviewPrincess of Souls sucked me in from the very first sentence. Its premise is as delightful as it is creepy, with characters to match. Nox and Selestra are here for vengeance, and everybody else had better stay out of their way. * Tricia Levenseller, author of The Shadows Between Us *High stakes and dangerous escapades. Princess of Souls takes you on a thrilling journey alongside a witch trying to walk her own path and the clever soldier laying the way. This is Rapunzel glistening with dark magic galore. * Chloe Gong, the New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights *Christo has cast a spell with this decadently dark tale of witches, fate, and defying death; her hallmark humor is as sharp as a blade; equally, her expert handling of a romance sure to be devoured by readers sparks true magic. * Ciannon Smart, author of Witches Steeped in Gold *Christo's writing is evocative and propulsive, whisking ­characters from one heart-stopping confrontation to the next as the story builds [. . .] she showcases skillful worldbuilding with tantalizing lore and magic systems. This novel immerses readers in a vivid world of cursed witches, ruthless kings, and unimaginable power. Fans of Christo's To Kill a Kingdom will delight in returning to this universe, and readers of fairy-tale retellings and ­fast-paced YA fantasy will find this a unique, compelling reimagining of the ­classic ­Rapunzel tale. * School Library Journal *In this reimagined Rapunzel story, set in the same world as Christo's To Kill a Kingdom (2018), pale-skinned, green-haired, snake-eyed Selestra knows that her destiny is to become the king's witch like her mother, doomed to foretell the deaths of hundreds of people, most of whom will have their souls consumed to maintain King Seryth's immortality. Selestra's reading of magnetic Last Army soldier Nox reveals that their fates are inextricably intertwined, and as they try to escape their deaths, a spark of attraction grows into something incendiary. Dual perspectives keep the narrative moving, and vibrant imagery combined with humorous banter and excellent interpersonal chemistry will make this a joy for fans of slow-burn romances. * Booklist Online *

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Book SynopsisA runaway queen. A reluctant prince. And a quest that may destroy them both.Eight years have passed since the Battle of the Serpent. But in the icy north, Lady Nore of the Court of Teeth has reclaimed the Ice Needle Citadel. There she is using an ancient relic to create monsters of stick and snow who will do her bidding and exact her revenge.Suren, child queen of the Court of Teeth, and the one person with power over her mother, fled to the human world, where she lives feral in the woods. Lonely, and still haunted by the merciless torments she endured in the Court of Teeth, she bides her time by releasing mortals from foolish bargains. She believes herself forgotten until the storm hag Bogdana chases her through the night streets. Suren is saved by none other than Prince Oak, heir to Elfhame, to whom she was once promised in marriage and who she has resented for years.Now seventeen, Oak is charming, beautiful and manipulative. He's on a missTrade ReviewHolly Black's new series brims with magic, beauty and danger ... a thrillingly twisty adventure. Black channels literature from A Midsummer Night's Dream to Christina Rossetti to create a gorgeous story of magic and betrayal. * Amanda Craig, The New Statesman *The two main characters are both strong and well-written, especially Suren, who makes a great female lead. * The Independent *this book was gripping and magical, full of mystery, intrigue and of course faeries! * The School Librarian *This is a deliciously rich novel ... There's a pleasurable interplay between the matter-of-fact human world and the dangerous but tempting possibilities of enchantment that the best of this genre is so good at revealing. * Open Graves Open Minds *

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Book SynopsisA New York Times Bestseller!Axie Oh''s The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea is an enthralling feminist retelling of the classic Korean folktale The Tale of Shim Cheong, perfect for fans of Wintersong, Uprooted, and Miyazaki's Spirited Away.Deadly storms have ravaged Mina's homeland for generations. Floods sweep away entire villages, while bloody wars are waged over the few remaining resources. Her people believe the Sea God, once their protector, now curses them with death and despair. In an attempt to appease him, each year a beautiful maiden is thrown into the sea to serve as the Sea God's bride, in the hopes that one day the true bride will be chosen and end the suffering.Many believe that Shim Cheong, the most beautiful girl in the villageand the beloved of Mina's older brother Joonmay be the legendary true bride. But on the night Cheong is to be sacrificed, Joon follows Cheong out to sea,

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Book Synopsis ‘My new favourite series’ Ellen Oh, author of the Prophecy and Spirit Hunters series Return to Julie Kagawa’s beautiful and perilous land of shapeshifters, samurai and demons as Japanese mythology and magic swirl together in the New York Times bestselling author’s brand new adventure. THE TIME OF THE WISH APPROACHES… Yumeko the shapeshifter had one task: take her piece of the ancient and powerful scroll to the Steel Feather temple and prevent the summoning of the great Kami Dragon. But she has a new enemy now. The demon Hakaimono, has escaped and possessed the samurai she thought would protect her, Kage Tatsumi of the Shadow Clan. Hakaimono has done the unthinkable and joined forces with Genno, the Master of Demons, to break his curse and set himself free. But Genno wishes to overthrow the empire and cover the land in darkness. To do that he needs only one thing, the scroll Yumeko is hiding. As the paths of Yumeko and the possessed Tatsumi cross again the entire empire will be thrown into chaos. AND CHAOS WILL DARKEN AN EMPIRE. Readers love Julie Kagawa’s Soul of the Sword! ‘Julie’s writing is pure magic’ ‘It’s breathtaking!’ ‘This book was simply put epic!’ ‘left me on the edge of my seat’ ‘like watching an epic anime’ ‘I cannot wait for the next book’ ‘i love all the Japanese folklore and mythology intertwined within the plot’ ‘I couldn’t resist this book’ ‘exciting and atmospheric’ ‘that ending!’

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Book SynopsisYour first love will always haunt you The most haunting, heartwarming debut of 2023. Perfect for fans of strong female leads and supernatural stakes in Buffy, with all the sweetness and romance of To All the Boys I've Loved Before.Cara's just trying to stay on top of all her classes, excel at her extracurriculars, and prepare for college which means not speaking to the dead, an ability she inherited from her grandmother. Ghosts are trouble, and Cara doesn't need to add their problems to her own.But then she stumbles upon the body of Zach the super popular but very newly dead high school golden boy in the woods, and guess what? He wants her to resurrect him.Cue trouble.Miranda Sun's debut touches on the power and conflicts in a mother-daughter love, first romance and finding your place in the world while honouring your culture. Full of heart, humour and thrills, If I Have to be Haunted will put a spell on you.Trade Review‘A fast-paced, electric gem of a story. Miranda Sun crafts a perfect adventure that mixes beguiling prose with a gorgeous cultural element. Cara is a heroine that I adore and readers today absolutely need.’Chloe Gong, New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights

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Book SynopsisFrom USA Today bestselling author Leia Stone comes the final book in the addictive Gilded City series, about a girl who must battle curses, dark powers, and her own heart. This world of dazzling fae magic and romantic pining is perfect for fans of Wednesday and Holly Black.Everything was falling in place, and I should have been excited because it meant I was one step closer to finding the weapon that would help me defeat the Nightlings. But it also meant my death loomed over me.Fallon Bane has never been a normal girl. From the moment she was born into the House of Ash and Shadow to being cursed to feel pain whenever she was touched to falling in love with a royal heir of the House of Light and Ether, nothing has seemed to go to plan. So when she runs away after finding out she's starting to give in to her dark magic, she shouldn't be surprised that it goes wrong.But when it does, and her friends save her from her Nightling mother, she retur

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Book Synopsis?A LOVE STORY TO DEFY THE GODS?Begin the no. 1 Sunday Times bestselling international sensation from Rebecca RossA LOVE THAT CONQUERS ALLEighteen-year-old Iris dreams that one day her writing will make a difference. A war between gods is raging, and she's landed a prestigious job at the Oath Gazette.But at home, she's barely holding it together. Her brother is missing on the frontline. Her mother is lost in a haze of addiction. And each night Iris pours her heart out in letters to her brother.Letters that will never be answered. Or so she thinksRIVALS DRAWN TOGETHER BY INK AND MAGICHer letters have made their way into the hands of the last person Iris trusts: Roman Kitt, her cold, unforgiving rival at the paper. When he anonymously writes back, they forge a magical connection that will seal their fate forever.NO GOD. NO CREATURE. NO WAR CAN COME BETWEEN THEM. ''Rich and romantic''Shelby Mahurin, New York Times bestselling author of Serpent & Dove''I adored this book''Adalyn Grace, New York Times bestselling author of BelladonnaReader reviews:????? The most tender rivals to lovers romance I've ever read'????? My heart by the end couldn''t take anymore!'????? Easily a top read for me and definitely a new favourite. I will never stop recommending this book'????? A truly moving story and very unlike anything I've read lately'Trade Review“Rich and romantic – if stories had scent, this one would smell like a mug of black tea, the ink ribbons of a typewriter, and that addictive spice called enemies to lovers’Shelby Mahurin, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling authorof SERPENT & DOVE ‘A sweeping start to a beautiful and romantic new series. Ross weaves her stories in such a vulnerable and delicate way, truly with a style all her own. I adored this book’Adalyn Grace, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of BELLADONNA

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Book SynopsisDiscover what Ursula would sacrifice for her happy ending in this Disney Villain Tales novel.

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Book SynopsisFirewalker - the follow-up to Trial By Fire - is another sexy, fast-paced thrill ride from internationally bestselling author of the Starcrossed series, Josephine Angelini.Witches do not die quietlyLily Proctor has made it back to her own universe, and it's finally time for her and Rowan to be happy and relax. True, she almost died in the Pyre that fueled their escape, and they must hide her new magic for the safety of the world, but compared to fighting the monstrous Woven and leading armies in the alternate Salem, life is looking good.Unfortunately, Lillian, ruthless ruler of the thirteen Cities, is not willing to let Lily go that easily. Lily is the closest version of herself she's ever seen in all her worldwalking, and Lillian's running out of time. If she can't persuade Lily and Rowan to return to her world, she'll have to find a way to make them come back.Inspired by the Salem witch hunt, contin

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Book SynopsisDiscover the magical world of the Trylle, with the complete New York Times bestselling Kanin: The Complete Chronicles - now in one volume.Bryn Aven is an outcast amongst the Kanin, the most powerful of the hidden troll tribes. As a half-blood, she’s distrusted by her own community – but is determined to win their respect. She has just one goal: to join the elite guard protecting the Kanin royal family. And Bryn's vowed that nothing will stand in her way, not even a forbidden romance with her boss, Ridley Dresden.But all her plans go awry when fallen hero Konstantin starts acting dangerously. Bryn loved him once, but now he's kidnapping Kanin changelings - stealing them from hidden placements within human families. Bryn is sent in to stop him, but will she lose her heart in the process?Trade ReviewHer character-driven books, which feature trolls, hobgoblins and fairy-tale elements and keep the pages turning, have generated an excitement not felt in the industry since Stephenie Meyer or perhaps even J. K. Rowling * New York Times *The novel's lingering questions and the author's knack for cliffhangers are reason enough to anticipate the next instalment * Publishers Weekly *

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Book Synopsis. Inspired by The Goose Girl fairytale by the Brothers Grimm. 'THE BEST YA FANTASY BOOK I'VE READ THIS YEAR!' - neverjudgeabookbyitscover.co.ukRead more Dauntless Path novels:A THEFT OF SUNLIGHT - OUT NOW!THE DARKNESS AT THE DOOR - COMING SOON .Trade ReviewA dark, Middle-Eastern influenced retelling about dangerous secrets, false identities, delicious court intrigue and justice. ... Perfect for fans of The Wrath and the Dawn. * Culture Fly *I really enjoyed reading Alyrra's story which follows her as she grows in confidence and learns to trust in the courage of her convictions. * Mini Travellers *"This is how you survive: one breath to the next, refusing each thought as it comes to you. This is how you get through the worst of things." Khanani's retelling of "The Goose Girl" keeps the basics of the fairytale the same (a princess is sent to a kingdom to marry a prince but is betrayed and looses her title) but expands the story to include examinations of violence and its effects on main characters. It could be easy to dismiss Alyrra as just a weak and passive princess, but Khanani smartly delves into the realistic reactions and responses a person would have to trauma. * Book Riot *

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Book SynopsisThree dark sisters rise to fight. Allegiances shift. Bonds break. Secrets surface.Mirabella has returned to the capital, seemingly under a banner of truce.Katharine maintains her rule over Fennbirn – for now – but at huge personal cost. Arsinoe is lost, the responsibility of stopping the ravaging mist heavy on her shoulders.As oldest and youngest circle each other, and Katharine begins to yearn for the closeness that Mirabella and Arsinoe share, the dead queens hiss caution. They whisper that Mirabella is not to be trusted. But even they are drawn to her power . . .The fate of the island lies in the hands of its queens.Five Dark Fates is the epic conclusion to Kendare Blake's bestselling Three Dark Crowns series.Trade ReviewGorgeous and bloody, tender and violent, elegant, precise, and passionate; above all, completely addicting. -- Kirkus Reviews, on Three Dark Crowns. . . a superb start to what promises to be a new exciting young adult fantasy book series. * The Book Bag, on Three Dark Crowns *A brutal and inventive fantasy that is as addictive as it is horrifying. -- Marissa Meyer, NYT bestselling author of The Lunar Chronicles

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Book Synopsis*THE TOP-TEN BESTSELLER* From the New York Times bestselling author of Sorcery of Thorns and An Enchantment of Ravens comes a thrilling new YA fantasy about a teen girl with mythic abilities. This is the perfect read for fans of Cassandra Clare, Sarah J. Maas's A COURT OF THORNS AND ROSES series, and Holly Black! Artemisia is training to be a Gray Sister, tasked with cleansing the bodies of the dead so that their souls can pass on; otherwise, they will rise as spirits with a hunger for the living. When her convent is attacked, Artemisia defends it by awakening a revenant. Wielding this ancient spirit’s extraordinary power almost consumes her – but only a vespertine, a priestess trained to wield a revenant, has any chance of saving Loraille. As Artemisia unravels a sinister mystery of saints, secrets and dark magic, her bond with the revenant gro

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Book SynopsisThe highly anticipated coming-of-age story of kick-ass super hero: CATWOMAN by international bestselling author Sarah J. Maas.When the Bat''s away, the Cat will play. It''s time to see how many lives this cat really has. . . .Two years after escaping Gotham City''s slums, Selina Kyle returns as the mysterious and wealthy Holly Vanderhees. She quickly discovers that with Batman off on a vital mission, Batwing is left to hold back the tide of notorious criminals. Gotham City is ripe for the taking.Meanwhile, Luke Fox wants to prove he has what it takes to help people in his role as Batwing. He targets a new thief on the prowl who seems cleverer than most. She has teamed up with Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn, and together they are wreaking havoc. This Catwoman may be Batwing''s undoing.In this third DC Icons book--following Leigh Bardugo''s Wonder Woman: Warbringer and Marie Lu''s Batman: Nightwalker--Selina is playing a desperate game

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Book Synopsis The first book in the heart-stopping The Darkest Minds trilogy, also now a major movie, from the bestselling author of Lore. Ruby is sixteen. She is dangerous. And she is alive. For now.A mysterious disease has killed most of America's children. Ruby might have survived, but she and the others have emerged with something far worse than a virus: frightening abilities they cannot control. Pressured by the government, Ruby's parents sent her to Thurmond, a brutal state 'rehabilitation camp', where she has learned to fear and suppress her new power. But what if mastering it is a whole generation's only chance for survival?'A riveting emotional read that kept me on the edge.' - Melissa Marr, author of Wicked LovelyAlexandra Bracken is the New York Times bestselling author of Passenger, Wayfarer and The Darkest Minds series. Visit her online at www.alexandrabracken.com and on Twitter @alexbracken.Trade ReviewA riveting emotional read that kept me on the edge. -- Melissa Marr, author of Wicked LovelyHaunting ... Bracken creates a gripping and terrifying dystopian world. * Kirkus Reviews *The story's quick-paced action leads to a heartbreaking cliffhanger that will have readers eager for the next book ... * Publishers Weekly *A new twist on dystopia, this is one not to miss. * Romantic Times *

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Book SynopsisLauren Kate is the internationally bestselling author of the FALLEN and TEARDROP series. Her books have been translated into more than thirty languages. She lives in Los Angeles. Visit her online at laurenkatebooks.net.Trade ReviewThe hugely anticipated conclusion to Luce and Daniel's epic romance. A Fallen film is slated for later this year. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisBook two in the New York Times bestselling series • One of Time Magazine’s 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time • A USA Today bestseller “Fresh and exciting...Tahir has shown a remarkable talent for penning complex villains.”—A.V. ClubThe beloved and bestselling fantasy series that “glows, burns, and smolders.” (Huffington Post). Elias and Laia are running for their lives.After the events of the Fourth Trial, Martial soldiers hunt the two fugitives as they flee the city of Serra and undertake a perilous journey through the heart of the Empire.   Laia is determined to break into Kauf—the Empire’s most secure and dangerous prison—to save her brother, who is the key to the Scholars' survival. And Elias is determined to help Laia succeed, even if it means giving up his last chance at freedom.  But dark forces, human and otherworldly, work against Laia and Elias. The pair must fight every step of the way to outsmart their enemies: the bloodthirsty Emperor Marcus, the merciless Commandant, the sadistic Warden of Kauf, and, most heartbreaking of all, Helene—Elias’s former friend and the Empire’s newest Blood Shrike. Bound to Marcus's will, Helene faces a torturous mission of her own—one that might destroy her: find the traitor Elias Veturius and the Scholar slave who helped him escape...and kill them both.

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Book SynopsisAN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERI.V. Marie''s thrilling dark academia debut set at a magical boarding school in purgatory where some fates are worse than death For fans of Leigh Bardugo's Ninth House, Olivie Blake''s The Atlas Six and Naomi Novik''s A Deadly Education.Welcome to Blackwood Academy: a boarding school located on the fringes of the afterlife.No one knows why they end up at Blackwood; but when they enter the school''s arched gates the only way out is to be chosen for the Decennial a series of magical trials held once a decade. The chosen pupil is offered a choice: graduate and join Blackwood's magical elite, or venture into the unknown and cross over to the Other Side.Wren knows she has what it takes to winunless, that is, her arch-rival (and subject of her tortured dreams) Augustine steals her spot.Irene has never cared about playing by the rules and will break whatever (and whoever) stands in her way, including her only friend, Masika.Olivier has given up securing the nomination. But he'll stop at nothing to keep Emilio, from crossing over to the Other Side.All are determined to be Blackwood's chosen candidate. All are determined to win. But this Decennial will be unlike any before.Six nominees.Four trials.One victor.The competitors are about to learn that there are some fates worse than death.

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Book SynopsisAn enthralling sapphic retelling of Swan Lake, for fans of Allison Saft and V.E Schwab by the New York Times bestselling author of Where the Dark Stands Still. Magic has long been outlawed in Auréal. Odile has always known she'd be the one to restore it.Raised by a sorcerer, Odile has spent years preparing for the heist of a lifetime. It's perfectly simple: impersonate a princess, infiltrate the palace, steal the enchanted crown and restore magic to the kingdom.But when the King is unexpectedly murdered, she's forced to recruit the help of Marie, the real princess, and the two begin to unravel a web of lies and deceit that leaves Odile uncertain of whom to trust.Soon though Odile must decide her mission or the girl she's falling for?The fate of the Kingdom depends on her making the right choice. . .---------------------------------------------------------------------Reviews for Where the Dark Stands Still:''A deeply romantic debut''. Sarah Underwood, NYT Bestselling Author of Lies We Sing to the Sea''The dark, gothic fairy tale of my dreams'' Kika Hatzopoulou, author of the Sunday Times Bestseller Threads that Bind''Folkloric and beautiful'' Lyndall Clipstone, author of Unholy Terrors and the World at the Lake''s Edge duology.

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Book SynopsisThe second irresistible adventure in the Compass and Blade trilogy, full of intrigue, sizzling romance, dark magic and monstrous beings.A magical bargain always comes at a cost.On Rosevear, Mira is plagued by nightmares. She is lost and untethered and then the watch strike, burning her home. The attack ignites a spark within her, and Mira knows it's time to call in her bargain with Elijah, and tear down Captain Renshaw and the watch.Mira must find allies and she turns to the witches for help unlocking her siren abilities. But the witches aren't all on Mira's side; and what they ask of her may be her undoing.As she desperately fights for a way to keep her home safe, with Elijah by her side, more deadly and seductive than ever, Mira realises she is being hunted. For in the eyes of the ruling council, Mira is a monster, and monstrous creatures must be tamed

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Book SynopsisExperience Feyre Archeron’s journey all over again with the beautiful collector’s edition of A Court of Thorns and Roses, the seductive first book in the #1 New York Times bestselling series by Sarah J. Maas, featuring a deluxe new package, an updated map, ribbon pull, and more! When nineteen-year-old Feyre kills a wolf in the woods, a beast-like creature arrives to demand retribution for it. Dragged to a treacherous magical land she only knows about from legends, Feyre discovers that her captor is not an animal, but Tamlin—one of the lethal, immortal faeries who once ruled their world. As she dwells on his estate, her feelings for Tamlin transform from icy hostility into a fiery passion that burns through every lie and warning she's been told about the beautiful, dangerous world of the Fae. But an ancient, wicked shadow over the faerie lands is growing, and Feyre must find a way to stop it or doom Tamlin—and his world—forever. All of the magic of Feyre’s epic journey and romance is reflected in this enchanting, collectible edition of A Court of Thorns and Roses, which comes complete with a cloth slipcase featuring unique foil art on the case and book cover, ribbon pull, brand-new interior page designs, metallic endpapers, and a newly illustrated map.

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Book SynopsisA luminous fairy tale, sharp as teeth and full of heart. I devoured every word of this magical tale. -Rebecca Ross, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Divine Rivals and Ruthless Vows.In the dark heart of the Forest Grimm, lurks the Wolf, an omen of demise for seventeen-year-old Clara. Ignoring her grandmother's ominous divinations, she is determined to brave the dangers of the forest in order to retrieve Sortes Fortunae, an enchanted book with the power to lift the curse plaguing her village and maybe even save her mother.Sortes Fortunae was once used by the villagers to obtain their deepest desires...until someone used it to kill. Its magic tainted, the creeping branches of the Forest Grimm snatched the book away and doomed the village to destruction. Every attempt to make amends with the forest proved disastrous, and whenever someone crossed its dark border, they were swallowed whole.Desperate to break the curs

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Book SynopsisReturn to the opulent world of Elfhame, filled with intrigue, betrayal, and dangerous desires, with this first book of a captivating new duology from the #1 New York Times bestselling author Holly Black.

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Book Synopsis''I want what the straight kids have. Even just for a couple of days . . .''Seventeen-year-old Max might be out and proud but he''s usually too busy checking his nail polish to check his privilege.So when he says he wishes he could have the ''easy'' life straight kids enjoy, Max gets more than he bargained for. He wakes up to find his wish has come true - not only have his feelings for boys vanished, so has his lifelong best friend Dean.With his world turned upside down and relationships in tatters, can Max find his way back to the life he took for granted, and maybe even win the heart of the guy he thought could never be his . . . ?What If It''s Us meets One Last Stop in this deliciously swoony queer romance. ''Outrageous, heartfelt, funny and tender, Straight Expectations is a thought provoking exploration of identity and what makes us who we are'' Simon James Green, author of Gay Club.''A refreshingly unique, beautifully queer take on a familiar trope, packed with endless adorable moments, sugar sweetness and laugh-out-loud hilarity. Don''t miss out on this utterly charming, heart-melting rom-com from a new voice to watch in the queer YA world!'' Sophie Gonzales, co-author of If This Gets Out.''Straight Expectations blends classic rom-com with a heartfelt examination of what it is to be queer, and how it''s so much more than just a matter of attraction'' LC Rosen, author of Camp.Trade ReviewBy turns outrageous, heartfelt, funny and tender, Straight Expectations is a thought provoking exploration of identity and what makes us who we are. Calum McSwiggan is a fabulous new voice on the YA scene. * Simon James Green, author of Gay Club *Straight Expectations blends classic rom-com with a heartfelt examination of what it is to be queer, and how it's so much more than just a matter of attraction. McSwiggan's love of his community and culture are on dazzling display here, in a well-crafted and swoony novel of learning to fall in love with yourself, as well as the cute boy. * LC Rosen, author of Camp *Straight Expectations is a refreshingly unique, beautifully queer take on a familiar trope, packed with endless adorable moments, sugar sweetness and laugh-out-loud hilarity. Don't miss out on this utterly charming, heart-melting rom-com from a new voice to watch in the queer YA world! * Sophie Gonzales, co-author of If This Gets Out *A delightfully queer page-turner with a powerful message, Straight Expectations should be on every rom-com reader's bookshelf. There's no shortage of heart, humor, and swoon-worthy moments in Calum McSwiggan's debut. * Robbie Couch, author of The Sky Blues *Freaky Friday meets Big in this thought-provoking teen romcom * Attitude *

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Book SynopsisThe final book in The Worldwalker Trilogy - inspired by the Salem witch hunt - Witch's Pyre is the electrifying conclusion from internationally bestselling author of the Starcrossed series, Josephine Angelini.If you fail, you burn.Lily Proctor has come a long way from the weak, sickly girl she used to be. She has gained power as a witch and a leader, found her way home, chosen to face battle again, and (after losing her first love and being betrayed by her new love) she has learned more about loss and grief than she ever wanted to know.Thrust once again into a society different from anything they have ever seen, Lily and her coven are determined to find answers to find a new path to victory, a way to defeat the monstrous Woven without resorting to nuclear weapons or becoming a tyrannical mass murderer like her alternate self, Lillian. But sometimes winning requires sacrifices . . . and when the only clear path to victory

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Book SynopsisA vision of Wonderland like none you've seen before, Heartless tells the untold story of the girl who would become the notorious Queen of Hearts. From New York Times bestselling author and TikTok sensation, Marissa Meyer.Long before she was the Queen of Hearts, Catherine Pinkerton was just a girl who wanted to fall in love.Catherine may be one of the most desired girls in Wonderland, and a favorite of the unmarried King of Hearts, but her interests lie elsewhere. A talented baker, all she wants is to open a shop with her best friend. But according to her mother, such a goal is unthinkable for the young woman who could be the next queen.Then Cath meets Jest, the handsome and mysterious court joker. For the first time, she feels the pull of true attraction. At the risk of offending the king and infuriating her parents, she and Jest enter into an intense, secret courtship. Cath is determined to define her own destiny and fall in love on her terms. But in a land thriving with magic, madness, and monsters, fate has other plans . . .Discover #MarissaMeyer on TikTok now! (8.1 million views)

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Book SynopsisAn enchanting YA novel from Number One bestselling author Jodi Picoult, co-written with her teenage daughter.Delilah knows it''s weird, but she can''t stop reading her favourite fairy tale. Other girls her age are dating and cheerleading. But then, other girls are popular.She loves the comfort of the happy ending, and knowing there will be no surprises.Until she gets the biggest surprise of all, when Prince Oliver looks out from the page and speaks to her.Now Delilah must decide: will she do as Oliver asks, and help him to break out of the book? Or is this her chance to escape into happily ever after? Read between the lines for total enchantment . . .BETWEEN THE LINES, the musical based on the book, is coming to New York''s Tony Kiser Theater at Second Stage soon. The soundtrack is available to listen to at www.betweenthelinesmusical.comTrade ReviewProlific and bestselling author Picoult teams up with her teenage daughter to pen a clever YA romance * Publishers Weekly *Unleash the child in you! She [Picoult] has teamed up with her daughter to write an adventure tale for teens, and it has plenty of action and romance to keep younger readers happy . . . * Heat *A brilliantly romantic story of love across a divide in this entertaining and also thought-provoking story about stories, characters and readers . . . Funny, touching and clever, teens will love this unusual love story. * www.lovereading4kids.co.uk *In her first foray into teen fiction, Picoult and her co-author daughter deliver an enjoyable, metafictive twist on the traditional teen-romance novel . . . Book lovers in particular are likely to get a kick out of the blurring of the lines between character and reader, fact and fiction . . . Fizzy, fairy-tale fun * Kirkus Reviews *A tween-age fantasy about a fairy tale that comes to life in its reader's hands * Vogue *Imaginative, moving and full of romance this is the perfect holiday book * Daily Express *

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Book SynopsisA thrilling new series based on the hugely successful TV show The Originals, a spin-off of The Vampire Diaries.

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Book SynopsisFollowing on from the adventures in Frostfire, Ice Kissed is the second instalment in the Kanin Chronicles by Amanda Hocking, set in the same fantastical world as her million copy bestselling Trylle trilogy.Bryn Aven is still struggling with her burgeoning relationship with Ridley. She's also set on completing her mission to find the missing Skojare Queen. But when they do finally discover what happened, Bryn finds out that things are much more complicated than she'd originally thought. And as she gets closer to the truth, Bryn is framed for the murder of the Kanin King himself. She ends up on the run, as home holds too few answers and no solutions.Trade ReviewHer character-driven books, which feature trolls, hobgoblins and fairy-tale elements and keep the pages turning, have generated an excitement not felt in the industry since Stephenie Meyer or perhaps even J. K. Rowling * The New York Times (for the Trylle series) *A fast-paced romance . . . addictive * Guardian (for the Trylle series) *Drew me in and kept me hooked ... It has action, mystery and, thanks to a feisty heroine and brooding hero, there's a good deal of romantic tension * Sunday Express (for the Trylle series) *A paranormal romance as addictive as Twilight * Stylist Magazine (for the Trylle series) *

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Book SynopsisDangerous Deception is the second book in the spellbinding Dangerous Creatures series set in the world of the global bestselling Beautiful Creatures novels by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl.Some loves are cursed. Others are...dangerous. Especially the love between wannabe rocker and quarter Incubus, Wesley Link Lincoln, and Dark Caster, Siren, and bonafide bad girl, Ridley Duchannes.But now Ridley is missing, and Link was with her-right up until she vanished. Determined to find her, Link reunites with his New York bandmates and the mysterious Lennox Gates, who wants Rid for himself. Together they travel to the Deep South, find the crossroads where blues guitarist Robert Johnson made his deal with the devil, discover a menagerie of Casters locked in cages, and uncover an evil in New Orleans that threatens to destroy them all.This time, love might not be enough.Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl are back and casting another magicTrade ReviewWatch out Twilight and Hunger Games * The Guardian *A hauntingly delicious dark fantasy -- Cassandra Clare, New York Times bestselling author of City of Bones

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