This #1 New York Times bestseller is a "bold and subversive retelling of the goddess's story" that brilliantly reimagines the life of Circe, formidable sorceress of The Odyssey (Alexandra Alter, TheNew York Times). In the house of Helios, god of the sun and mightiest of the Titans, a daughter is born. But Circe is a strange child -- not powerful, like her father, nor viciously alluring like her mother. Turning to the world of mortals for companionship, she discovers that she does possess power -- the power of witchcraft, which can transform rivals into monsters and menace the gods themselves. Threatened, Zeus banishes her to a deserted island, where she hones her occult craft, tames wild beasts and crosses paths with many of the most famous figures in all of mythology, including the Minotaur, Daedalus and his doomed son Icarus, the murderous Medea, and, of course, wily Odysseus. But there is danger, too, for a woman who stands alone, and Circe unwittingly draws the wrath of both men and gods, ultimately finding herself pitted against one of the most terrifying and vengeful of the Olympians. To protect what she loves most, Circe must summon all her strength and choose, once and for all, whether she belongs with the gods she is born from, or the mortals she has come to love. With unforgettably vivid characters, mesmerizing language, and page-turning suspense, Circe is a triumph of storytelling, an intoxicating epic of family rivalry, palace intrigue, love and loss, as well as a celebration of indomitable female strength in a man's world.#1 New York Times Bestseller -- named one of the Best Books of the Year by NPR, the Washington Post, People, Time, Amazon, Entertainment Weekly, Bustle, Newsweek, the A.V. Club, Christian Science Monitor, Refinery 29, Buzzfeed, Paste, Audible, Kirkus, Publishers Weekly, Thrillist, NYPL, Self, Real Simple, Goodreads, Boston Globe, Electric Literature, BookPage, the Guardian, Book Riot, Seattle Times, and Business Insider. Read more

Maxy Awards "BOOK OF THE YEAR" and USA Today BestsellerAt 100 years old, Murray McBride has outlived everyone he's ever loved. But when he meets Jason Cashman, a 10-year-old boy with a terminal illness, Murray may learn something about finding meaning in life as he helps his young friend fulfill his last wishes.With all his family and friends gone, one-hundred-year-old Murray McBride is looking for a reason to live. He finds it in Jason Cashman, a ten-year-old boy with a terminal heart defect and a list of five things he wants to do before he dies.Together, they race against the limited time each has left, ticking off wishes one by one. Along the way, Murray remembers what it's like to be young, and Jason fights for the opportunity to grow old. But when tragedy strikes, their worlds are turned upside-down, and an unexpected gift is the only thing that can make Jason's final wish come true.#1 Amazon Bestseller Coming of Age#1 Amazon Bestseller Literary Fiction#1 Amazon Bestseller Biographical Literary Fiction#1 Amazon Bestseller American Humorous Fiction#1 Amazon Bestseller Classic American Fiction Read more

By the #1 New York Times bestselling author and unparalleled master of historical fiction, James Clavell’s Shogun is soon to be a major FX/Hulu TV series!Shogun, the classic epic novel of feudal Japan that captured the heart of a culture and the imagination of the world, is now available for the first time in serial format. Part One contains the first half of the complete novel. After Englishman John Blackthorne is lost at sea, he awakens in a place few Europeans know of and even fewer have seen—Nippon. Thrust into the closed society that is seventeenth-century Japan, a land where the line between life and death is razor-thin, Blackthorne must negotiate not only a foreign people, with unknown customs and language, but also his own definitions of morality, truth, and freedom. As internal political strife and a clash of cultures lead to seemingly inevitable conflict, Blackthorne’s loyalty and strength of character are tested by both passion and loss, and he is torn between two worlds that will each be forever changed.Powerful and engrossing, capturing both the rich pageantry and stark realities of life in feudal Japan, Shogun is a critically acclaimed powerhouse of a book. Heart-stopping, edge-of-your-seat action melds seamlessly with intricate historical detail and raw human emotion. Endlessly compelling, this sweeping saga captivated the world to become not only one of the best-selling novels of all time but one of the highest-rated television miniseries, as well as inspiring a nationwide surge of interest in the culture of Japan. Shakespearean in both scope and depth, Shogun is, as the New York Times put it, ‘'not only something you read—you live it.’‘ Also available: Shogun: Part Two Read more

NOW A #1 BESTSELLERWho says you can’t rewrite the stars?1962—Twelve years removed from the summer when she first gave her heart away, Dr. Elizabeth (Ellie) Spencer, Professor of Astronomy at Indiana University, receives a mysterious package that has her asking that very question.Inside the unmarked box is a novel written by Ellie’s first love, Jack Bennett. It tells the story of a young man and woman who meet at the water’s edge and fall madly in love, only to have their romance cut short by forces beyond their control. Ellie quickly realizes this is no ordinary story; it’s their story. Captivated by Jack’s words, she immerses herself in the pages, reliving the adventures they shared that magical summer. To her astonishment, hidden among the tales of star-gazing and stolen kisses is a detail that has her questioning everything.Seeking answers, Ellie turns to her sister for help, but before they can get to the bottom of the mystery, news reaches them of their aunt’s death, sending Ellie back to the water’s edge with the hopes of finding the truth and rewriting the stars.Praise for The Keeper of Stars:"What a beautiful story!" - Tracy Thompson"I loved this book! Once I got started, I did not want to stop reading." - Evelyn Vazquez Read more

By the #1 New York Times bestselling author and unparalleled master of historical fiction, James Clavell’s Shogun is soon to be a major FX/Hulu TV series!Shogun, the classic epic novel of feudal Japan that captured the heart of a culture and the imagination of the world, is now available for the first time in serial format. Part Two contains the second half of the complete novel.After Englishman John Blackthorne is lost at sea, he awakens in a place few Europeans know of and even fewer have seen—Nippon. Thrust into the closed society that is seventeenth-century Japan, a land where the line between life and death is razor-thin, Blackthorne must negotiate not only a foreign people, with unknown customs and language, but also his own definitions of morality, truth, and freedom. As internal political strife and a clash of cultures lead to seemingly inevitable conflict, Blackthorne’s loyalty and strength of character are tested by both passion and loss, and he is torn between two worlds that will each be forever changed.Powerful and engrossing, capturing both the rich pageantry and stark realities of life in feudal Japan, Shogun is a critically acclaimed powerhouse of a book. Heart-stopping, edge-of-your-seat action melds seamlessly with intricate historical detail and raw human emotion. Endlessly compelling, this sweeping saga captivated the world to become not only one of the best-selling novels of all time but one of the highest-rated television miniseries, as well as inspiring a nationwide surge of interest in the culture of Japan. Shakespearean in both scope and depth, Shogun is, as the New York Times put it, ‘'not only something you read—you live it.’‘ Also available: Shogun: Part One Read more

“At once a scholar’s homage to The Iliad and startlingly original work of art by an incredibly talented new novelist….A book I could not put down.”—Ann Patchett“Mary Renault lives again!” declares Emma Donoghue, author of Room, referring to The Song of Achilles, Madeline Miller’s thrilling, profoundly moving, and utterly unique retelling of the legend of Achilles and the Trojan War. A tale of gods, kings, immortal fame, and the human heart, The Song of Achilles is a dazzling literary feat that brilliantly reimagines Homer’s enduring masterwork, The Iliad. An action-packed adventure, an epic love story, a marvelously conceived and executed page-turner, Miller’s monumental debut novel has already earned resounding acclaim from some of contemporary fiction’s brightest lights—and fans of Mary Renault, Bernard Cornwell, Steven Pressfield, and Colleen McCullough’s Masters of Rome series will delight in this unforgettable journey back to ancient Greece in the Age of Heroes. Read more

He is powerful, older and my boss, a lethal combination.Job satisfaction has taken on a whole new meaning.When I lied on my resume, I didn’t expect it to matter.I mean any child would love me; I was born to be a nanny. I applied for a position working for a woman, or so I thought.But Julian Masters is definitely all man…the kind you dream of licking chocolate from.The first day was bad.The kids were the spawn of the devil and I spied through a window and caught him doing something obscene…. and equally fascinating.The second day was worse, he caught me snooping in his bathroom cabinet in my skimpy pyjamas and all hell broke loose.On the third day, I ran over him in a golf cart.And by day four I had decided that I wanted that chocolate…all of it.Melted….on me.But intelligent, widowed Judges don’t fall for ditzy nannies. Or do they? Read more

From the bestselling author of Old Dogs and Coldsmith comes the gripping Western adventure, Blizzard!In the heart of the Nebraska Sandhills, as 1887 draws to a close, Gage Kraft and his grandson, Sam, find themselves grappling with the challenges and unpredictability of life on the frontier. Their lives, marked by the day-to-day work of operating their K Bar K Ranch, take a tumultuous turn as they delve into the shadowy dealings of cattle rustlers lurking in their midst. Amidst these tensions, the arrival of a mysterious young woman sparks both intrigue and a glimmer of romance on the ranch.As the calendar turns to 1888, a catastrophic winter storm sweeps across the Sandhills with little warning. Gage and Sam, along with a cast of compelling characters, are thrust into a desperate struggle for survival. As they navigate the perils of the blizzard, their stories intertwine in a tapestry of tragedy, courage, and humanity. Their bravery and endurance against the elements, coupled with their fight against lawlessness and the pursuit of love, forms the heart of this spellbinding tale.Filled with suspense, romance, and the raw beauty of the American frontier, Ron Schwab's latest Western novel is a journey through one of the most perilous times in the Nebraska Sandhills and an ode to the unyielding spirit of its people! Read more

When Will Bentley was nine years old, he promised his dying father that he would take care of the family.Growing up quickly, Will provided whatever his mother and sister needed, whether that meant putting food on the table, fixing a leaky roof, or driving off troublemakers.This became more than Will’s duty. It became his identity. Then war took him away.Now, Will’s coming home to Texas.Caring for his family and the intriguing young woman next door will be a tall order. The economy is dead, corrupt bluebellies are on the prowl, and old enemies want Will’s land, his women, and his life.It’s enough to break a man.But Will Bentley is no ordinary man. He is The Provider.The Provider is a classic Western with a touch of romance. It’s perfect for fans of C.J. Petit and R.O. Lane.“John Deacon writes the kind of Westerns I like to read—gritty and fun with lots of heart.” — Don Bentley, New York Times Bestselling author of the Matt Drake series, Tom Clancy Jack Ryan, Jr. novels, and the Vince Flynn Mitch Rapp series Read more

I’m the last single mom standing.We had a plan. Move into my great aunt’s old house and raise our kids together. Just four best friends, doing their best to stay afloat.But then three of them had to go and fall in love.Now my crumbling brownstone is filled with loving couples, leaving me in the cold.And the pressure is on to finish fixing things up.But just when I’ve given up hope, a contractor shows up at my door, tape measure at the ready to make my home renovation dreams come true.But there’s a catch. He’s overbearing, bossy, and infuriatingly handsome.Our personalities immediately clash and for once, the faulty wiring isn’t the cause of all the sparks. Despite my best attempts to get rid of him, he persists, fixing things and winning over my roommates, and eventually my kids.And when a burst pipe results in a hot and heavy make-out session, I’m left wondering if my man-hating days might be behind me.Because he’s not just renovating my home, but fixing all the cracks in my jaded heart. Read more

The third Western adventure in a brand new series!Getting a new ranch started in a frontier setting is never an easy task. It’s made even harder when there is tension among those living on the new ranch.The settlers making up the Stirling ranch find this out as they continue trying to establish their new ranch. Old tensions rear their ugly heads as new tensions find their way into the family.Guarding the ranch from possible Comanche attacks, making sure their cattle are safe, and searching for a missing family member are some of the storms battering the family.But there are bright spots, too. At the same time, uncertainty comes with the good news.Will the family tough it out and make the ranch a reality? Or will they give up and go back to Buffalo Lick? Read more

Here comes another western adventure of relentless action, obstacles and a touch of western romanceIn the heart of the frontier, the Montgomery Brothers stand divided by more than a war-torn past.Locke, the steadfast marshal who fought for the Union.Pepper, the fiery ex-Confederate who can't muzzle his opinions.Will, the youngest and most innocent, who never has an unkind word for anybody.When Will falls victim to a brutal murder, Pepper blames Locke. It’s his job to protect those who can’t protect themselves.And if Locke won’t do it, then Pepper will. The once-peaceful town of Long Hollow has fallen into the merciless grip of the Beaumont Gang. Locke's wife and the enigmatic proprietress of the boardinghouse, Gertie, find themselves caught in the crossfire.As tensions escalate and the feud between the brothers reaches its boiling point, they find themselves confronted with a choice.1- Either reconcile their bitter past and unite against a common enemy, 2- Or allow their discord to pave the path to the town's ruin.In a land where justice is scarce and alliances are fragile, can the Montgomery Brothers overcome their grievances and save the town and people they hold so dear?A Historical Western Adventure book by James Leonard is a standalone and can be read out of order. Read more

A classic western novel from Frank Wheeler with non-stop epic adventure and a blend of western romanceWhen Jaxon Grim left home at the age of ten after killing a man, he never thought he’d be back. Fifteen years later, his past has come back to haunt him.Known to most folks as the Gunman of Sombrales, Jaxon has spent his entire life trying to make up for the mistakes he made. But his newest adversaries are the most dangerous yet.Li Wei, the Chinese saboteur, who is prepared his quest for vengeance.Victor Bloodstone, the railroad tycoon who is the object of Li’s vendetta. His greed has cost countless lives, but now it’s his own life that hangs in the balance.Jaxon is on a mission to stop these men before they can destroy anyone else.Especially Savannah Steele. When people look at her they only see a soiled dove.When Jaxon looks at her he sees the girl he used to love.But when faced with enemies as cunning as they are ruthless, will Jaxon's resolve be enough to save them all? Or will he be forced to make the ultimate sacrifice in the battle for justice?Each novel in the series is a standalone western which can be read out of order. Read more

This modern-day classic is an unforgettable tale of fantasy and adventure, a powerful exploration of the limits of human cruelty and kindness. A “gripping ... compelling tale of emotional force and high suspense” (The Wall Street Journal). Rowf, a shaggy black mongrel, and Snitter, a black-and-white fox terrier, are among dozens of animals being cruelly held in a testing facility in North West England. When one of the handlers fails to close Rowf’s cage properly, the two dogs make a daring escape into the English countryside, where they befriend a red fox who helps them survive in the wild. But as rumors circulate that the dogs may have been the test subjects for biological weapons and could be carrying a terrible plague, they soon find themselves targets of a great dog hunt. Local farmers, politicians, scientists, and even the military join in the search to track them down. Read more

The second Western adventure in a brand new series!With the family finally on their property on the Guadalupe River north of San Antonio, they begin the task of getting cabins built. Winter, mild as it might be in that part of Texas, is not a time they want to be living in wagons.But things happen on the frontier in Texas.The Stirling family has to deal with rustlers, Comanche warriors, and the job of getting men to work for them. But perhaps the most difficult issues they have to face come from within the family itself.Elias’ two sons, Tobias and Austin, are different in many ways. And those differences can lead to conflict. Conflict that spreads through the family. Conflict that must be handled and handled well.Will the family survive? Read more

From bestselling author Robert Vaughan comes a gripping tale of Western justice in the latest chapter of legendary wandering hero Lucas Cain's adventures.When Deputy U.S. Marshal Lucas Cain and Deke Pauley forge a partnership on the dusty bounty hunting trail, their camaraderie faces its ultimate test. Struggling to save a ranch owned by a mysterious and affluent woman, fate has a cruel sense of humor when Lucas's trusted companion is mercilessly gunned down by an outlaw, leaving him stranded in the vast wilderness.Committing to a grueling journey on foot, his path collides with the elegant private rail car of Leah Davencourt. As she becomes the target of a brutal attack, Lucas intervenes and saves her from harm, catapulting him into a world of unexpected opportunities. Grateful for Lucas's bravery, Leah presents him with an offer that could change the course of his destiny—a lucrative bounty for the highly specialized job of locating and safely returning a kidnapped child to his desperate father. But with the journey far from straightforward and unforeseen challenges rising from a surprising source, Lucas begins to wonder—in the unforgiving business of bounty hunting, is solitude his only reliable ally?Don’t miss New York Times bestselling author Robert Vaughan’s latest, action-packed showdown! Embark on this tale of Western justice today. Read more

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Reader Note: This book was previously published as Barbarian Brothers: A SciFi Alien Hero Romance, by me, Kai Lesy.Can two grieving alien warriors and a human woman overcome all odds to make a family?I’m no pushover.A girl with a commonsense approach to life.But there’s nothing common about what’s happening to me.You'd think being abducted by aliens would be the end.But that's how I ended up in the arms of the heroic duo of my dreams.Two galactic brothers.Big, powerful and protective.They're not just fierce warriors;They're also loving single dads to an adorable child.In this planet, it's customary for two males to share a single mate.And they’re both really, really into me…Can our intense desire truly rewrite the rules of the universe?Or will my growing baby bump be the beginning of the end? Read more

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