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HarperCollins Publishers THE SNOW QUEEN
Book SynopsisLuminously written page-turningly enjoyable, this is a profound novel about love from a highly regarded, Pulitzer-winning novelist' Sunday TimesWalking through Central Park, Barrett Meeks sees a translucent light in the sky that regards him in a distinctly godlike way. Barrett doesn't believe in visions or in God but he can't deny what he's seen. In nearby Brooklyn, Tyler, Barrett's older brother, is trying and failing to write a wedding song for Beth, his wife-to-be, who is seriously ill. Barrett turns unexpectedly to religion, while Tyler grows convinced that only drugs can release his creative powers.The Snow Queen, beautiful and heartbreaking, comic and tragic, proves again that Cunningham is one of the great novelists of his generation.Trade Review'Clean and sharp as an ice crystal; a brief but profound and poetic meditation on love, death and compassion from a master craftsman of language' Observer ‘Michael Cunningham’s resonant new novel . . . is arguably [his] most original and emotionally piercing book to date’ New York Times ‘The pursuit of transcendence in all kinds of forms — music, drugs, a McQueen minidress, and those things less tangible but no less powerfully felt — drives Michael Cunningham's best novel in more than a decade’ Vogue
£8.99
HarperCollins Publishers The Strategist Book 2 The Machinery Trilogy
Book SynopsisRuin is coming.For ten millennia, the Machinery Selected the greatest leaders of humanity, bringing glory to the Overland. But the Machinery came with a Prophecy: in the 10,000th year, it will break, and Ruin will come.Now, the Prophecy is being fulfilled. The Machinery has Selected a terrible being to rule the Overland, an immortal who cares little for the humans she governs. Some call her the Strategist. Others call her the One. Everyone knows her as Mother.Mother will do anything to find the Machinery and finally bring Ruin. But only one creature knows where the Machinery is the Dust Queen, an ancient being of three bodies and endless power.And if Mother wants the Dust Queen's help, she must ready herself for a game. A game from older times. A game of memory. A game in which mortals are nothing more than pawns.Trade Review Praise for THE MACHINERY: ‘The story is part apocalypse, part mystery and entirely captivating. If you’re looking for a new voice in fantasy whose writing is going to get you thinking, then look no further’The Eloquent Page ‘If you enjoy epic fantasy with a little sci-fi thrown in, I highly suggest you grab a copy and prepare for a wild ride’Mom With a Reading Problem ‘Every so often you come across a book that really hits the spot. For me, THE MACHINERY was just such a book … The degree of abstractness and the disjunct one only normally experiences in dream creates an underlying mood that put me in mind of Mervyn Peake’Graeme K. Talboys, author of the Shadow in the Storm series
£12.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Blue Eye Book 3 The Khorasan Archives
Book SynopsisThird instalment in Ausma Zehanat Khan''s powerful epic fantasy quartet: a series that lies somewhere between N. K. Jemisin and George R.R. Martin, in which a powerful band of women must use all the powers at their disposal to defeat a dark and oppressive, patriarchal regimeWhen speech isn't free, whose word can you trust?The Companions of Hira used their wits and magic to battle against the Talisman, an organization whose hyper conservative agenda limits free thinking and subjugates women.They were defeated. But Arian continues to lead a disparate group of Companions in pursuit of the mystical artifact that could end the Talisman's rule: The Bloodprint. For the arcane tome slipped out of their reach once more in the heat of battle. Through all they have endured, Arian's band of allies has always remained united in the face of their enemy. In pursuit of their goal.Until now.Their group is fracturing. To continue the fight, Arian must journey to a distant city to recruit new allies. It Trade ReviewPraise for The Khorasan Archives: ‘The Bloodprint is somewhere between N.K. Jemisin and George R.R. Martin. You’re going to love it’Saladin Ahmed, author of Throne of the Crescent Moon ‘Sweeping its readers up for a fantastical journey across a broken yet beautiful Silk Road, The Bloodprint is extraordinary. The book is wonderfully written; its poetic prose and mix of history, faith, and adventure reminiscent of a post-apocalyptic Odyssey…this time with a pair of women warriors at the helm’S.A. Chakraborty, author of The City of Brass ‘One of the year’s finest fantasy debuts’B&N Sci-Fi & Fantasy
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers The Black Khan HOPE FLICKERS IN THE DARKNESS Book
Book Synopsis Book two of Ausma Zehanat Khan’s powerful, unforgettable new series, The Khorasan Archives. Trade ReviewPraise for The Khorasan Archives: ‘The Bloodprint is somewhere between N.K. Jemisin and George R.R. Martin. You’re going to love it’Saladin Ahmed, author of Throne of the Crescent Moon ‘Sweeping its readers up for a fantastical journey across a broken yet beautiful Silk Road, The Bloodprint is extraordinary. The book is wonderfully written; its poetic prose and mix of history, faith, and adventure reminiscent of a post-apocalyptic Odyssey…this time with a pair of women warriors at the helm’S.A. Chakraborty, author of The City of Brass ‘One of the year’s finest fantasy debuts’B&N Sci-Fi & Fantasy
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers The Bloodprint Book 1 The Khorasan Archives
Book SynopsisThe author of the acclaimed mystery The Unquiet Dead delivers her first fantasy novel the opening installment in a thrilling quartet a tale of religion, oppression, and political intrigue that radiates with heroism, wonder, and hope.A dark power known as the Talisman has risen in the land. Born of ignorance and persecution, it is led by a man known only as the One-Eyed Preacher. A superstitious patriarchy, cruel and terrifying, the Talisman suppresses knowledge and subjugates women. And it is growing.But there are those who seek to stop the oppressive spread of the Talisman. A resistance formed of the Companions of Hira a group of rebels versed in the power of ancient scripture, a magic known as the Claim believe they have discovered the key to destroying the One-Eyed Preacher and his fervid followers: The Bloodprint.Trade Review‘The Bloodprint is somewhere between N.K. Jemisin and George R.R. Martin. You’re going to love it’Saladin Ahmed, author of Throne of the Crescent Moon ‘Sweeping its readers up for a fantastical journey across a broken yet beautiful Silk Road, The Bloodprint is extraordinary. The book is wonderfully written; its poetic prose and mix of history, faith, and adventure reminiscent of a post-apocalyptic Odyssey…this time with a pair of women warriors at the helm’S.A. Chakraborty, author of The City of Brass ‘One of the year’s finest fantasy debuts’B&N Sci-Fi & Fantasy
£11.96
HarperCollins Publishers Before Winter Book 3 Wolves of Llisé
Book SynopsisThe exciting conclusion to the Wolves of Llise trilogy.As rumors of Devin''s death at his own bodyguard''s hands reach the capital, the Chancellor is detained on fabricated charges of treason, which may cost him his life. In the provinces, there are signs of people fighting to reclaim their history but the forces against them are powerful: eradicating the Chronicles, and spreading darkness and death.Accompanied by a wolf pack and a retinue of their closest allies, Gaspard and Chastel must cross the mountains in a desperate attempt to save the Chancellor before winter makes their passage impossible. But the closer they journey towards Coreé, the clearer it becomes that there are those who don''t intend for them to arrive at all.Trade ReviewPraise for AMONG WOLVES: ‘A love letter to the gatherers and protectors of stories and information, Wallace’s Among Wolves is an accomplished political fantasy for a debut author. The slow-burn pacing and twenty-year-old characters make it a good choice for older readers, but Devin’s naiveté will also create an accessible entry into political intrigue for sophisticated younger readers’VOYA ‘I had a fantastic time with Among Wolves. I tore through the book wanting to discover what would happen to Devin, Armand, Marcus, Gaspard and the rest. Wallace has created an interesting world to set her story in and the political machinations make for a strong plot … I very much enjoyed this first instalment in the Wolves of Llisé series and I can’t wait to rejoin our intrepid heroes to find out how their story continues’A Fantastical Librarian
£12.59
HarperCollins Publishers Joker Moon Wild Cards
Book SynopsisThe return of the famous shared-world superhero books created and edited by fantasy titan George R.R. Martin.In the aftermath of World War II, the Earth's population was devastated by a terrifying alien virus. Those who survived were changed for ever. This is the story of that world.Theodorus was a dreamer.As a child, he dreamed of aeroplanes, rockets and outer space. When the wild card virus touched him and transformed him into a monstrous snail centaur weighing several tons, his boyhood dreams seemed out of reach, but a Witherspoon is not so easily defeated. Years and decades passed, and Theodorus grew to maturity and came into his fortune . . . but still his dream endured.But now when he looked upward into the night sky, he saw more than just the Moon . . . he saw a joker homeland, a refuge where the outcast children of the wild card could make a place of their own, safe from hate and harm.An impossible dream, some said. Others, alarmed by the prospect, brought all their power to beTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR THE WILD CARDS SERIES: “Deep and complex”Starburst “Perhaps the most original and provocative of the shared worlds books.”Peter S. Beagle, author of The Last Unicorn "Martin has assembled an impressive array of writers. . . . Progressing through the decades, Wild Cards keeps its momentum to the end."Locus "The shared-world series known as Wild Cards has had a long and illustrious history of contributors and achievements." SciFi.com
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Lady Hotspur
Book SynopsisTessa Gratton''s latest epic adult fantasy, Lady Hotspur, is a sweeping, heart-stopping Shakespearean novel of betrayal and battlefields and destiny.STRIKE FAST, LOVE HARD, LIVE FOREVERThis is the motto of the Lady Knights sworn to fealty under a struggling kingdom, promised to defend the prospective heir, Banna Mora.But when a fearsome rebellion overthrows the throne, Mora is faced with an agonizing choice: give up everything she''s been raised to love, and allow a king-killer to be rewarded or retake the throne, and take up arms against the newest heir, Hal Bolingbrooke, Mora''s own childhood best friend and sworn head of the Lady Knights.Hal loathes being a Prince; she''s much more comfortable instated on the Throne of Misrule, a racous underground nether-court where passion rules all. She yearns to live up to the wishes of everyone she loves best but that means sacrificing her own heart, and so she will disappoint everyone until the moment she can rise to prove those expectationTrade Review‘Tessa Gratton creates a beautiful world, one where there’s magic in the trees and water, and prophecies come from the stars … reminiscent of Angela Carter’s reworkings of classic fairytales’SFX ‘Powerful, poetic fantasy that will take hold of your heart’Ed McDonald, author of BLACKWING ‘I adore this – rich, epic, blood-soaked – a glorious and grand sweeping fantasy’Kate Elliott, author of THE POISONED BLADE ‘A gloriously symphonic, thematically rich variation on the story of the daughters of Lear. The danger of seeking certainty makes this a tale for our time; the power of truth and mercy makes it a tale for all times. Prepare to devour every word, for Innis Lear will consume you’Karen Lord, author of REDEMPTION IN INDIGO ‘Messy, beautiful, and dark, darker than Shakespeare could have dreamed’E. K. Johnston, author of STAR WARS: AHSOKA
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Joker Moon Wild Cards
Book SynopsisThe return of the famous shared-world superhero books created and edited by fantasy titan George R.R. Martin.In the aftermath of World War II, the Earth's population was devastated by a terrifying alien virus. Those who survived were changed for ever. This is the story of that world.Theodorus was a dreamer.As a child, he dreamed of aeroplanes, rockets and outer space. When the wild card virus touched him and transformed him into a monstrous snail centaur weighing several tons, his boyhood dreams seemed out of reach, but a Witherspoon is not so easily defeated. Years and decades passed, and Theodorus grew to maturity and came into his fortune . . . but still his dream endured.But now when he looked upward into the night sky, he saw more than just the Moon . . . he saw a joker homeland, a refuge where the outcast children of the wild card could make a place of their own, safe from hate and harm.An impossible dream, some said. Others, alarmed by the prospect, brought all their power to beTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR THE WILD CARDS SERIES: “Deep and complex”Starburst “Perhaps the most original and provocative of the shared worlds books.”Peter S. Beagle, author of The Last Unicorn "Martin has assembled an impressive array of writers. . . . Progressing through the decades, Wild Cards keeps its momentum to the end."Locus "The shared-world series known as Wild Cards has had a long and illustrious history of contributors and achievements." SciFi.com
£19.00
HarperCollins Publishers Pierce T Squire
Book SynopsisThe adventure continues in book three of theNew York Times bestselling series from the fantasy author who is a legend herself: Tamora Pierce.A powerful classic that is more timely than ever, the Protector of the Small series is about smashing the ceilings others place above you.Being the first is the last thing they expect of you.Keladry of Mindelan dreams of becoming squire to the legendary female knight Alanna the Lioness, a hero straight out of story. But Kel is chosen instead by Lord Raoul, a leader of men and a strategist an unexpected honour that shocks her enemies.Kel must hone her skills and discover what it takes to be part of the royal guard. Part of a team.With this change comes another: a new romance, bringing with it the rush of first love and the unexpected challenges of balancing duty and love.All the while, Kel prepares for her biggest challenge: the infamous and terrifying Ordeal the last challenge standing between her and knighthood.In a landmark quartet published years before it's time, Kel must prove herself twice as good as her male peers just to be thought equal. A series that touches on questions of courage, friendship, a humane perspective told against a backdrop of a magical, action-packed fantasy adventure.I take more comfort from and as great pleasure in Tamora Pierce's Tortall novels as I do from Game of Thrones' Washington PostTrade Review‘Tamora Pierce didn’t just blaze a trail. Her heroines cut a swath through the fantasy world with wit, strength, and savvy. Pierce is the real lioness, and we’re all just running to keep pace.’LEIGH BARDUGO, #1 New York Times bestselling author ‘Tamora Pierce creates epic worlds populated by girls and women of bravery, heart, and strength. Her work inspired a generation of writers and continues to inspire us.’HOLLY BLACK, #1 New York Times bestselling author ‘Tamora Pierce’s books shaped me not only as a young writer but also as a young woman. Her complex, unforgettable heroines and vibrant, intricate worlds blazed a trail for youngadult fantasy—and I get to write what I love today because of the path she forged throughout her career. She is a pillar, an icon, and an inspiration.’SARAH J. MAAS, #1 New York Times bestselling author ‘I take more comfort from and as great a pleasure in Tamora Pierce's Tortall novels as I do from Game of Thrones.’Washington Post
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Notes from Small Planets
Book SynopsisNotes from Small Planets
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Every Sky A Grave
Book SynopsisAction sequences to speed the blood' The TimesHER WORD IS HER WEAPONExhilarating and original, Every Sky A Grave tells an epic tale of truth and power on the greatest canvas there is: outer space.Mankind has spread out and conquered the galaxy by mastering the fundamental language of the universe. With the right training, the right application of words, truth itself can be rearranged.Language is literally power.Peace reigns now. Order reigns.For if a planet deviates too far from what the authorities plan, an agent is sent out to correct that. To quietly and with great skill, end that world.One such agent is Elyth a true believer.But on a clandestine mission to stop an uprising before it can truly begin, Elyth comes to realise she hasn't been told the whole truth herself. There's so much she doesn't know. How can there be people whose truth is different to that of the authorities?Elyth's faith in the powers that be is shaken just when she needs it most. While on her mission, a dark andTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR EVERY SKY A GRAVE “Jay Posey writes action sequences to speed the blood; quieter passages give his intergalactic conspiracies plenty of room to breathe and time to fester. This is the first part of a bigger work, so we expect (and demand) some twists in the tale.”– The Times “Terrific”– Grimdark Magazine PRAISE FOR JAY POSEY “You begin to read and realise you’ve become so engrossed in that a whole day has passed by without you noticing.”– Strange Alliances “Jay Posey is stepping up and showing the science fiction community that he is a powerhouse in the genre.”– Looking for a Good Book “Posey’s writing is easy, the characters nuanced, and certainly there is a lot to love here as a result. The villains are just as interesting as the good guys and there is definitely a set up for a larger story.”– Online Eccentric Librarian “A high-paced blend of near-future space opera and military sf, and in a nutshell it’s good fun.”– SFF World “Very smooth… like a conventional spec-ops novel translated into the future.”– Morning Book Review
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Every Star a Song Book 2 The Ascendance Series
Book SynopsisAction sequences to speed the blood' The TimesHER WORD IS HER WEAPONThe sequel to EVERY SKY A GRAVE that will leave you speechless. For fans of Anne Leckie and N. K. Jemisin comes an explosive and ambitious series about the power of words set far in the future, far away but with a message about truth that hits home.WHAT IS THE COST OF SILENCE?Mankind has spread itself across the galaxy, building a near-utopia ruled by the Ascendance, with order maintained by their wielding of the Deep Language of the cosmos. Rebellions can be wiped out and planets destroyed with a single word.Elyth, former Ascendance agent, is on the run.Lost after her discoveries of corruption in the system, shelongs for the simplicity and blind dedication of her life as an agent. ButElythisquicklytracked and cornered by the Ascendance. However, they aren't there for punishment. Instead, they offer her a deal Elyth agrees to join a team of elite agents exploring a new planetin order to clear her name and rejoin the fTrade Review“Jay Posey writes action sequences to speed the blood; quieter passages give his intergalactic conspiracies plenty of room to breathe and time to fester…”– The Times “Terrific”– Grimdark Magazine PRAISE FOR JAY POSEY “You begin to read and realise you’ve become so engrossed in that a whole day has passed by without you noticing.”– Strange Alliances “Jay Posey is stepping up and showing the science fiction community that he is a powerhouse in the genre.”– Looking for a Good Book “Posey’s writing is easy, the characters nuanced, and certainly there is a lot to love here as a result. The villains are just as interesting as the good guys and there is definitely a set up for a larger story.”– Online Eccentric Librarian “A high-paced blend of near-future space opera and military sf, and in a nutshell it’s good fun.”– SFF World “Very smooth… like a conventional spec-ops novel translated into the future.”– Morning Book Review
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers The Symmetry of Stars
Book SynopsisFrom the author of 2020''s astonishing The Story of Silence comes another retelling of a chivalric legend, full of magic, myth and self-discovery.Utterly enchantingPublishers WeeklyBeyond the stars, two gods vie for rule of the world.One stands for Nature the belief that everything is stamped in flesh from the start. The other, Nurture the belief that all is potential, that the true self is coaxed out through love and living.And so, they take a bet.Each immortal selects a set of twins as their champions. The twins that prevail in contest will decide which immortal rules.In a westerly valley, a girl and boy are born to a noble family, to be raised by a mysterious teacher ready to love and instruct them in everything, regardless of society's expectationsTo the east, a woman washes ashore on an island inhabited only by a sorcerer. With her final breaths, she gives birth to twins. These two are raised with careful neglect by the sorcerer surrounded not with love but with danger, magic Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR ALEX MYERS “Deftly written … original and affecting”Publishers Weekly “Remarkable.”New York Times
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers King Bullet A Sandman Slim thriller from the New
Book SynopsisThe incredible finale of the page-turning, high-octane Sandman Slim series filled with an explosive ending and intense kick-ass action from New York Times bestselling author Richard Kadrey.It's been three months since Stark stopped a death cult and a potential ghost apocalypse, and he's at loose ends. His personal life is a mess. His professional life isn't much better. And the worldwell, the world is going to shit. L.A. is gripped by a viral epidemic that has everyone wearing masks and keeping their distance from each other. But what's even more frightening is the Shoggot gang and their leader, King Bullet, who revels in the city's collapse.Who is King Bullet? No one knows. He seemingly came from nowhere with nothing but a taste for mayhem and an army of crazed killers who follow his every command. What king wants seems simple on it face: Chaos. Destruction. A city in flames. But there's more to the king and his plans for L.A. and what Stark discovers will change Heaven, Earth, and StTrade ReviewPraise for SANDMAN SLIM: ‘The best B movie I’ve read in at least twenty years. An addictively satisfying, deeply amusing, dirty-ass masterpiece, SANDMAN SLIM swerves hell-bent through our culture’s impacted gridlock of genres…it’s like watching Sergio Leone and Clive Barker co-direct from a script by Jim Thompson and S. Clay Wilson’William Gibson ‘If Simon R. Green wrote an episode of Dog the Bounty Hunter, it would read much like SANDMAN SLIM – violent, vivid, non-stop action of the supernatural kind. I couldn’t put it down’Charlaine Harris
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Three Kings Edited by George R. R. Martin Wild
Book SynopsisThe return of the famous shared-world superhero books created and edited by George R. R. Martin, author of A Song of Ice and Fire.For decades, George R.R. Martin bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire has collaborated with an ever-shifting ensemble of science fiction and fantasy icons to create the amazing Wild Cards universe.In the aftermath of World War II, the Earth's population was devastated by an alien virus. Those who survived were changed forever. Some, known as jokers, were cursed with bizarre mental and physical mutations; others, granted superhuman abilities, became the lucky few known as aces.Queen Margaret, who came to the English throne after the death of her sister Elizabeth, now lies on her death-bed. Summoningthe joker aceAlan Turing, she urges him to seek the true heir: Elizabeth''s lost son. He was rumoured to have died as a baby but, having been born a joker, was sent into hiding.Margaret dies and her elder son Henry becomes king and at once declares he wantTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR THE WILD CARDS SERIES: “Deep and complex”Starburst “Perhaps the most original and provocative of the shared worlds books.”Peter S. Beagle, author of The Last Unicorn "Martin has assembled an impressive array of writers. . . . Progressing through the decades, Wild Cards keeps its momentum to the end."Locus "The shared-world series known as Wild Cards has had a long and illustrious history of contributors and achievements." SciFi.com
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers The Time of the Dark Book 1 Darwath Trilogy
Book SynopsisA whirlwind fantasy classic set in the richest world imaginable, with unforgettable characters and the highest stakes The Time of the Dark is the first book in Barbara Hambly's epic Darwath Trilogy.Gil Patterson is a woman familiar with dark stories.As a student of medieval history, she knows the Crusades, the Black Death, and the horrors of life in the Middle Ages. But it is another kind of darkness has begun to stalk her dreams: when she falls asleep she sees forces of evil assaulting a beleaguered kingdom, whose kind people are on the brink of annihilation, and awakes each morning in a cold sweat.Gil dismisses the dreams until a wizard appears in her apartment. He has crossed into her dimension, passing through the fraying fabric of the universe, to ask her help. For mankind to survive he must protect an infant prince, whom he plans to hide in Gil''s world. The student of history is about to get much closer to evil than she ever imagined.Trade ReviewPraise for Barbara Hambly: ‘Wondrous’Brandon Sanderson ‘This is literary alchemy of the highest order, and it confirms Hambly’s place as one of the best new fantasists’Locus ‘An enviable and intricate talent’Janny Wurts
£8.99
HarperCollins Publishers The Walls of Air Book 2 Darwath Trilogy
Book SynopsisA whirlwind fantasy classic set in the richest world imaginable, with unforgettable characters and the highest stakes The Walls of Air is the second book in Barbara Hambly's epic Darwath Trilogy.Once upon a time, Gil and Rudy lived simple lives.Until they met Ingold, Gil was an ordinary PhD candidate and Rudy was a drifter, whiling away his life riding motorcycles under the California sun. But wizards have a way of complicating things. Ingold brought them across the Void, where an evil known as the Dark threatened to devour civilization whole.Civilization's hopes rested on an infant prince, and to protect him Gil and Rudy had to draw on newfound powers she as a warrior, he as a wizard. With Ingold's help they escaped the Dark, and led a hardy band of survivors to a far-away keep, where humanity could be safe for a time.But now that time is past, they have been found, and there is nowhere to hide from the Dark.Trade ReviewPraise for Barbara Hambly: ‘Wondrous’Brandon Sanderson ‘This is literary alchemy of the highest order, and it confirms Hambly’s place as one of the best new fantasists’Locus ‘An enviable and intricate talent’Janny Wurts
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers The Armies of Daylight Book 3 Darwath Trilogy
Book SynopsisA whirlwind fantasy classic set in the richest world imaginable, with unforgettable characters and the highest stakes The Armies of Daylight is the third and final book in Barbara Hambly's epic Darwath Trilogy.Since the Dark Ones returned, the world has been laid to waste.The wizards have been slaughtered, cities destroyed, and people have scattered in terror.Few have witnessed more of the destruction than Rudy and Gil two ordinary Californians who found their way across the Void, and took up arms in defence of a strange and magical world. She learned the ways of war, while he found within himself the powers of a great wizard. Both of them will need all their strength to survive this final challenge. Ingold, the master wizard, has devised a spell to hide the user from the deathly stare of the Dark, and he intends to use it to strike at their very heart.Finally, Rudy, Gil, and the rest of mankind's survivors will take the offensive, bringing an end to this terrible war, for better or Trade ReviewPraise for Barbara Hambly: ‘Wondrous’Brandon Sanderson ‘This is literary alchemy of the highest order, and it confirms Hambly’s place as one of the best new fantasists’Locus ‘An enviable and intricate talent’Janny Wurts
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HarperCollins Publishers The Stone Knife
Book SynopsisA fantasy epic of freedom and empire, gods and monsters, love, loyalty, honour, and betrayal, from the acclaimed author of GODBLIND.For generations, the forests of Ixachipan have echoed with the clash of weapons, as nation after nation has fallen to the Empire of Songs and to the unending, magical music that binds its people together. Now, only two free tribes remain.The Empire is not their only enemy. Monstrous, scaled predators lurk in rivers and streams, with a deadly music of their own.As battle looms, fighters on both sides must decide how far they will go for their beliefs and for the ones they love a veteran general seeks peace through war, a warrior and a shaman set out to understand their enemies, and an ambitious noble tries to bend ancient magic to her will.Trade Review‘THE STONE KNIFE has everything you’d hope for in a Stephens novel: sharp action, cracking pace, and a brutal disregard for our poor feelings. A compelling story of clashing cultures, of duty and ambition and change, that will leave you desperate for the next instalment’Sam Hawke, author of CITY OF LIES ‘A brilliant, grim, and joyous opening to a bloody new trilogy’Stewart Hotston, author of TANGLE’S GAME ‘An epic tale about the bloody repercussions of expansionism. THE STONE KNIFE explores the cruelty of empire through the eyes of characters from vastly different backgrounds, weaving a tapestry of conflict, injustice, and determination’E.J. Beaton, author of THE COUNCILLOR PRAISE FOR THE GODBLIND TRILOGY: ‘A great achievement…no one does swordfights quite like Anna Stephens. We salute her with a bloody gauntlet’Daily Mail ‘GODBLIND is a triumph of its genre’Starburst ‘Writes her name in blood on the roster of masters of grimdark alongside the likes of Mark Lawrence and Joe Abercrombie’B&N Sci-Fi & Fantasy Blog ‘Builds to an epic crescendo…deeply emotional and unexpectedly hopeful’Publishers Weekly
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers Master of the Revels The Rise and Fall of
Book SynopsisThe fast-paced sequel to the near-future adventureTheRise and Fall of D.O.DO.In this history-bending adventure, the ragtag team of ex-D.O.D.O. agents must traverse time and space to stop the powerful Irish witch Gráinne from reversing the evolution of all modern technology.From Jacobean England to the ancient Roman Empire, Mel Stokes and her fellow outcasts must untangle the knotted threads of history while the diabolical Gráinne jumps from timeline to timeline, always staying one step ahead or is it behind?Historical objects disappear, cities literally rise and fall, and nothing less than the fate of humanity is at stake. Will they be able to fix the pastin order to save the future?
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HarperCollins Publishers Coming Home to Mistletoe Cottage 2022s new cosy
Book SynopsisA sparkling Christmas read. Cosy, comforting and liberally sprinkled with magic, it's absolutely delicious!' RUTH HOGANA wonderfully written story of family, friends and food. Christmas has come early with this cosy, heartwarming read a real treat!' SAMANTHA TONGE'Light the fire, pour yourself a glass of mulled wine and settle down with this gorgeous festive treat. A delightful Christmas read about family, loss and the magic of old recipe books. It's as comforting and delicious as a batch of freshly baked mince pies' ANNIE LYONSA charming, heartwarming story'The People's FriendCould a sprinkling of magic save Christmas this year?Amid the salt marshes and rolling fields of Periwinkle Bay, Magda Conway is enjoying her retirement in ivy-clad Mistletoe Cottage.Yet with three weeks to go until Christmas, as the fairy lights twinkle and the trees go up around the village, her peace is disrupted when she's left in sole charge of her two mischievous grandchildren.Before long, she's at her witTrade Review‘A sparkling Christmas read. Cosy, comforting and liberally sprinkled with magic, it’s absolutely delicious!’ Ruth Hogan ‘A wonderfully written story of family, friends and food. Christmas has come early with this cosy, heartwarming read – a real treat!’ Samantha Tonge ‘Such a warm hug of a book! Perfect for snuggling down with in the festive season – preferably with a mince pie’ Georgina Clarke
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HarperCollins Publishers Heart of the Sun Warrior
Book SynopsisTHE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER ‘Epic, romantic, and enthralling from start to finish’ Stephanie Garber The stunning conclusion to the Celestial Kingdom Duology Trade Review“Epic, romantic, and enthralling from start to finish.” Stephanie Garber, #1 NYT bestselling author of the Caraval series “This vivid, unputdownable debut effortlessly whisks us into the celestial realms of Chinese high fantasy. Tan magnificently conjures the romantic yet dangerous dazzle of this immortal world, but never loses track of the shining human heart of her tale. A captivating treat for lovers of Chinese fantasy dramas and newcomers alike.”¯Shelley Parker-Chan, bestselling author of She Who Became the Sun “A lush, dreamy gem of a novel.”¯Shannon Chakraborty, bestselling author of The City of Brass "A stirring romantic fantasy set in a richly realised world inspired by Chinese mythology. I loved it!”¯Zen Cho, Bestselling author of Black Water Sister “Strikingly evocative, tense, and heartfelt, Daughter of the Moon Goddess … floats you into the Celestial Kingdom, introduces you to monsters both literal and figurative, and leaves you dreaming of dragons.”¯Andrea Stewart, author of The Bone Shard Daughter “An absolutely delightful and enchanting read! Daughter of the Moon Goddess takes a beloved Chinese legend and reimagines it into a gorgeously-spun romantic fantasy. I can't wait for the sequel!”¯Elizabeth Lim, New York Times bestselling author of Spin the Dawn “With all the beauty and heartbreak of a Chinese fantasy drama, Daughter of the Moon Goddess is an enchanting joy from start to finish.”¯Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne “Prepare to be swept off your feet by this absolutely magical tale.”¯Genevieve Gornichec, author of The Witch’s Heart " I dare you not to be entranced by this magical book."¯ Ava Reid, author of The Wolf and the Woodsman
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HarperCollins Publishers One Night in Hartswood As seen on TikTok The
Book SynopsisA thrilling, heart-stealing historic romp and achingly romantic.' M.A. Kuzniar, bestselling author of Midnight in EverwoodA heartwarming tale of forbidden love that captured my heart from its opening page Unputdownable.' Sunday Times bestselling author Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of YorkOxford 1360When his sister's betrothed vanishes the night before her politically arranged marriage, Raff Barden must track and return the elusive groom to restore his family's honour.William de Foucart known to his friends as Penn had no choice but to abandon his intended, and with it his own earldom, when he fled the night before his enforced marriage. But ill-equipped to survive on the run he must trust the kindness of a stranger, Raff, to help him escape.Unaware their fates are already entwined, the men journey north. But amidst the snow-capped forests an unexpected bond deepens into a far more precious relationship, one that will test all that they hold dear. And when secrets are finally revealed, botTrade Review‘I absolutely adored Penn and Raff's story. Not only is it a propulsive romance that had me fully emotionally invested in the HEA; it is also a gorgeously written historical novel.’ Women’s Prize for Fiction longlisted author of Careless, Kirsty Capes
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HarperCollins Publishers The Gilded Crown
Book SynopsisThe Witch's Heart meets The Foxglove King in this debut fantasy about a woman who can bring people back from the dead, and the princess she must protect, no matter the cost''Has the feel of an ancient fairy tale freshly told'' Freya Marske, Sunday Times bestselling author of A Marvellous Light''Fantastic series opener A richly imagined beginning that shouldn't be missed'' Kirkus''Fascinating dark fantasy A study of kindness and humanity. This series is off to a promising start'' Publishers Weekly''A beautiful fantasy full of quests, court intrigue, and star-crossed lovers'' Library JournalEVERY LIFE COMES AT A PRICEThe first time Hellevir visited Death, she was ten years oldSince she was a little girl, Hellevir has been able to raise the dead. Every creature can be saved for a price, a price demanded by the shrouded figure who rules the afterlife, who takes a little more from Hellevir with each soul she resurrects.Such a gift can rarely remain a secret. When Princess Sullivain, sole heTrade Review"Fascinating and fantastic, The Gilded Crown is a heartwrenching exploration of the cost of power, featuring a compelling and unforgettable heroine who possesses a gift that is both wondrous and terrible. I couldn't put it down!" — Sarah Beth Durst, award-winning author of The Queens of Renthia series "The Gilded Crown has the feel of an ancient fairy tale freshly told. A rich and beautiful story of two women torn between impossible loyalties, this novel lures you effortlessly into a dark river of costly magic and difficult questions, and then refuses to deliver any easy answers. I can't wait to follow Hellevir and Sullivain wherever Death decides to lead them next." — Freya Marske, award-winning author of A Marvellous Light "A beautiful fantasy full of quests, court intrigue, and star-crossed lovers." — Library Journal
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HarperCollins Publishers One Christmas Morning
Book SynopsisWonderfully heart-warming, it made me cry, filled my heart with hope, and cast a magical spell on me' M.A. Kuzniar, Midnight in EverwoodWonderfully heart-warming, it made me cry, filled my heart with hope, and cast a magical spell on me until I'd turned the very last page' M.A. Kuzniar, Midnight in EverwoodHaunting, magical and sparkling with Christmas spirit, One Christmas Morning is a festive love story with a difference . . . A warm and powerful debut' Holly Miller, The Sight of You -They say you know when you meet the one.The moment Eva locked eyes with James over a library bookshelf, she knew she'd found her soulmate. Over ten years, they fell in love, got married and made plans to start a family. Until everything changed one Christmas three years ago, and they've been drifting apart ever since.Eva hopes a friend's Christmas party at an old manor house in Cornwall will give them the chance to reconnect but the last thing she expects is to wake up on Christmas morning in the body oTrade Review Praise for Rachel Greenlaw and One Christmas Morning ‘Haunting, magical and sparkling with Christmas spirit, One Christmas Morning is a festive love story with a difference. A clever and cathartic novel about healing, grief, facing up to ourselves and letting go, it tugged on my heartstrings and took me through every emotion possible. A warm and powerful debut’ Holly Miller, The Sight of You 'Perfectly heartwarming' The Debut Digest 'The book I didn't know I needed to read – gorgeous, Christmassy and compelling’ Ella Allbright, The Last Charm ‘Wonderfully heart-warming, One Christmas Morning is a beautifully festive second-chance romance that made me cry, filled my heart with hope, and cast a magical spell on me until I’d turned the very last page’ M.A. Kuzniar, Midnight in Everwood ‘One Christmas Morning by Rachel Greenlaw is a festive treat. An intelligent, romantic story of star-crossed lovers, I was completely absorbed by the millennial Scrooge Eva’s predicament. Greenlaw’s debut is a shimmering success’ Laura Shepperson, The Heroines 'Relatable and captivating' The Sunday Post
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HarperCollins Publishers Moonstone
Book SynopsisA sparkling gothic romance from award-winning bestseller Laura Purcell ''Brilliant and beautiful, Moonstone is the gothic werewolf love story we''ve all been waiting for. Easily one of my favourite books of the year!'' JJA Harwood, author of The Thorns RemainDon't misbehave. Beware the moon. And never go out after dark Following a scandal at the Vauxhall pleasure gardens, Camille is sent to the woods to live with her reclusive godmother and her strange daughter, Lucy. Cast out from polite society, she must learn to live by her godmother's strict rules.Camille has never met anyone quite like Lucy before, and as they grow closer and cross forbidden boundaries, strange things begin to happen. Mysterious deaths, claw marks raking the doors, and the nights are pierced by the howls of a creature that sounds almost otherworldly.Should Camille be more afraid of what's hiding in the woods or her own heart?From the award-winning, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Silent Companions, Moonst
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HarperCollins Publishers Moonstone
Book SynopsisFrom award-winning bestseller Laura Purcell comes her YA debut, MOONSTONE.''Brilliant and beautiful, Moonstone is the gothic werewolf love story we''ve all been waiting for. Easily one of my favourite books of the year!'' JJA Harwood, author of The Thorns RemainDon't misbehave. Beware the moon. And never go out after dark Following a scandal at the Vauxhall pleasure gardens, Camille is sent to the woods to live with her reclusive godmother and her strange daughter, Lucy. Cast out from polite society, she must learn to live by her godmother's strict rules.Camille has never met anyone quite like Lucy before, and as they grow closer and cross forbidden boundaries, strange things begin to happen. Mysterious deaths, claw marks raking the doors, and the nights are pierced by the howls of a creature that sounds almost otherworldly.Should Camille be more afraid of what's hiding in the woods or her own heart?From the award-winning, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Silent Companions, Moo
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HarperCollins Publishers The Lost Runes
Book SynopsisBOOK 2 OF THE RUNES OF WAR SAGAThe adventure beginsCaspar travels South into Belbidida with his companions Hal and Brid, straight into the heart of the New Faith, the enemy of Brid's Goddess. The trio trail Vaalakan spies, seeking out the Druids Eye the Egg- in all its glory. The Eggs power alone can keep the fortress of Torra Alta safe.But in the land of the Inquisition, all trace of ancient lore has been stamped out, including a sect of mute priestesses known as the Keepers. As the fate of Torra Alta hangs in the balance, Caspar must race to find the Lost Runes the Keepers guarded, or the Eye may never be found Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR JANE WELCH “A blockbuster fantasy”SFX “As intriguing as anything Tolkien dreamed up.”Starburst “Wonderful author, in the Robert Jordan mould”The Bookseller
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HarperCollins Publishers The Runes of War
Book SynopsisBOOK 1 OF THE RUNES OF WAR SAGAThe adventure beginsTorra Alta is under attack.Threatened by a new ice age, the barbaric tribes of the vast Northern Trunda join forces under the bloody rule of warrior chief Morbak to form the Vaalakan army. As they set out to achieve dominion of the world, only the frontier castle of Torra Alta stands in their way.For a thousand years Torra Alta has stood triumphant and unconquerable, perched on a pillar of rock where dragons once had their lair. As Baron Branwolf prepares his defences, ominous sounds emerge from the labyrinth of dragon-built tunnels beneath the castle. Against the baron''s orders, his son, Caspar, accompanies the party despatched to seal off the tunnels. When Caspar discovers an ancient dragon's hoard of treasure, the magical light of a moonstone proves too tempting and Caspar takes it.But alas, it is no ordinary moonstone it is the Druid's Eye, and if it falls into the wrong hands, Morbak will be invincible. Only the long -abandoned Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR JANE WELCH “A blockbuster fantasy” SFX “As intriguing as anything Tolkien dreamed up.” Starburst “Wonderful author, in the Robert Jordan mould” The Bookseller
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HarperCollins Publishers The Runes of Sorcery
Book SynopsisBOOK 3 OF THE RUNES OF WAR SAGAThe adventure beginsWhoever holds the Egg controls the ancient animals of power: kraken, wyvern, and dragon. Whoever cracks the Egg unleashes these monsters on the world, unrestrained and beyond the control of anyone aliveThree young Torra Altans, Caspar, Brid, and Hal, are closing in on the immemorial hiding place of the Egg. Strange wild beasts that sense their purpose follow close behind. From Yew Wood to Lake of Tears, spices and enemies pursue them. The Mother Goddess has promised that once the Egg is brought to their ancient home in the North, the starving hordes of Vaalakans besieging the castle will be driven back.But creatures of legend desire to be real, and time is running out.Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR JANE WELCH “A blockbuster fantasy”SFX “As intriguing as anything Tolkien dreamed up.”Starburst “Wonderful author, in the Robert Jordan mould”The Bookseller
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HarperCollins Publishers Dawn of a Dark Age
Book SynopsisThe first book in a new epic fantasy trilogy by British author Jane Welch.Prince Rollo's world is shattered by the death of his mother, Queen Ursula. But even before he can grieve he faces the bitter disappointment of being overlooked as his mother's heir in favour of his younger sister; as only the female line in Artor's Royal family inherit the magical power to control the Great Bears of Artor (a talent every sovereign must possess). Seething with self loathing, grief and disappointment Rollo focuses his anger and resentment upon his father.Deeply concerned for his son Spar decides to leave his daughter, now Artor's Queen, and take 13 year old Rollo half way across the world to Torra Alta, his barony in Belbidia, to claim the only birthright left to him.But fifteen years have passed since Spar left Hal and Brid as guardians of his remote fortress and in the intervening years, many things have changed. Beasts of legend have grown in strength and will. A huge golden dragon plagues the
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HarperCollins Publishers The Spice Gate
Book SynopsisDelve into this debut fantasy and journey through the Spice Gates as Amir, a young man born with the ability to travel between the eight kingdoms, unravels the power that keeps the world in balance, perfect for readers of Saara El-Arifi's The Ending Fire Trilogy, S.A. Chakraborty's Daevabad Trilogy and Andrea Stewart's The Drowning Empire.''A magnificent feast of a world'' Shannon Chakraborty, bestselling author of The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi''What a story! I think a lot of epic fantasy fans will really enjoy this one'' Sunyi Dean, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Book EatersHow far would you go to find home?Relics of a mysterious god, the Spice Gates connect the eight far-flung kingdoms, each separated by a distinct spice and only accessible by those born with a special mark. This is not a mark of distinction, but one of subjugation: Spice Carriers suffer the lashes of their rich masters and the jolting pain of the Gates themselves.Amir is a Spice Carrier dreaming of esca
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HarperCollins Publishers One Night in Hartswood
Book Synopsis ’A soul-satisfying love story that is both sublimely romantic and splendidly sexy.’ Booklist (starred review) Trade Review‘I absolutely adored Penn and Raff's story. Not only is it a propulsive romance that had me fully emotionally invested in the HEA; it is also a gorgeously written historical novel.’ Women’s Prize for Fiction longlisted author of Careless, Kirsty Capes ‘One Night in Hartswood is a thrilling, heart-stealing historic romp and achingly romantic.’ M.A. Kuzniar, author of Midnight in Everwood
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HarperCollins Publishers Tales of the Celestial Kingdom
Book SynopsisA TOP FIVE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER!Return to the realm of gods and legends, magic and romance.Praise for the world of the Celestial Kingdom duology: Epic, romantic, and enthralling . . . I love this book.' Stephanie Garber, #1 bestselling author of the Caraval seriesAs gripping as it is exquisite' Samantha Shannon, bestselling author of The Priory of the Orange TreeSue Lynn Tan's highly acclaimed, bestselling Celestial Kingdom duology is expanded with this new compilation of stories from before, during, and after the events in Daughter of the Moon Goddess and Heart of the Sun Warrior, all from the perspectives of beloved characters.Tales of the Celestial Kingdom collects nine spellbinding stories two previously published, seven original, including the epilogue to the duology set in the enchanting world of Sue Lynn Tan's stunning debut. Filled with magic and mythology, friendship and love, these stories intertwine through the past, present, and future of the two novels, told from the perspectives of multiple characters, including Chang'e, Shuxiao, Liwei, and Wenzhi.With beautiful illustrations from Kelly Chong throughout, these wondrous tales make the perfect complement to Sue Lynn Tan's breathtaking series.Embark upon new adventures of valour, danger, and love, in a world where the celestial and mortal realms entwine.Trade Review“Epic, romantic, and enthralling from start to finish.” Stephanie Garber, #1 NYT bestselling author of the Caraval series “This vivid, unputdownable debut effortlessly whisks us into the celestial realms of Chinese high fantasy. Tan magnificently conjures the romantic yet dangerous dazzle of this immortal world, but never loses track of the shining human heart of her tale. A captivating treat for lovers of Chinese fantasy dramas and newcomers alike.”¯Shelley Parker-Chan, bestselling author of She Who Became the Sun “A lush, dreamy gem of a novel.”¯Shannon Chakraborty, bestselling author of The City of Brass "A stirring romantic fantasy set in a richly realised world inspired by Chinese mythology. I loved it!”¯Zen Cho, Bestselling author of Black Water Sister “Strikingly evocative, tense, and heartfelt, Daughter of the Moon Goddess … floats you into the Celestial Kingdom, introduces you to monsters both literal and figurative, and leaves you dreaming of dragons.”¯Andrea Stewart, author of The Bone Shard Daughter “An absolutely delightful and enchanting read! Daughter of the Moon Goddess takes a beloved Chinese legend and reimagines it into a gorgeously-spun romantic fantasy. I can't wait for the sequel!”¯Elizabeth Lim, New York Times bestselling author of Spin the Dawn “With all the beauty and heartbreak of a Chinese fantasy drama, Daughter of the Moon Goddess is an enchanting joy from start to finish.”¯Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne “Prepare to be swept off your feet by this absolutely magical tale.”¯Genevieve Gornichec, author of The Witch’s Heart " I dare you not to be entranced by this magical book."¯ Ava Reid, author of The Wolf and the Woodsman
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HarperCollins Publishers What Monstrous Gods
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HarperCollins Publishers Woven by Gold
Book Synopsis?? A Beauty and the Beast Fantasy Romance Retelling ??A curse that must be broken. A human longing for home. Four yearning fae princes.A villain in the shadows.Rosalina O'Connell has been exiled from the fae realm and sent back to Orca Cove, against her wishes. Betrayed by her own mate, Prince Keldarion of the Winter Realm. But nothing will stop her from returning to her true home.When Rosie manages to tap into the magic of Castletree, and make contact with Prince Ezryn of the Spring Realm, she begs him to rescue her.But when Rosie returns to the Enchanted Vale, she and the princes discover that there is a frost attacking the Autumn Realm. If Rosie can't figure out how to stop it, war will be declared in the Enchanted Vale.Can Rosie unearth the magic inside herself and save her princes and the Autumn realm?The second book in the Beasts of the Briar series, a spicy Beauty and the Beast retelling filled with morally grey characters, a sinfully hot villain and a princess who has found her
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HarperCollins Publishers Youve Got Chain Mail
Book SynopsisOlivia Dade meets A Knight's Tale in this spicy new role-playing game romcom! When life goes rogue, roll for romanceAvid role-playing gamer Morgan is on a quest to step out of her comfort zone and become her own knight in shining armour.Jack, the group's loveable cleric character, is also looking to rewrite a more exciting story for himself.When they and their friends plan a Renaissance Faire adventure, Morgan and Jack embrace the magic of their alter egos is it possible they might just fall for each other in real life too?See why real readers are loving You've Got Chain Mail: ''The characters are loveable, the humour is spot-on, and the romance is heartwarming. A perfect feel-good read!''''This book was so entertaining that I read it in a single day. Short but sweet and I loved the role-playing game part''
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HarperCollins Publishers House of the Dragon The Official Colouring Book
Book SynopsisStep back into Westeros with this brand new colouring book featuring over 75 illustrations of your favorite scenes, characters, and show logos from the hit series House of the Dragon.Long before the Wall fell, the Targaryens reigned with fire and blood.From the conflict between Rhaenyra and Alicent to Daemon burning the Crabfeeder army, explore the reign of the Targaryen Empire in Westeros with the official House of the Dragon colouring book.Featuring over 75 original illustrations and thick paper, this coloring book offers you a way to relive the most dramatic moments from the hugely popular show.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Novice
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The High Lord
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Forest Mage
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Flight of the Nighthawks
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Into a Dark Realm
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Jimmy the Hand
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HarperCollins Wrath of a Mad God
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