Juliette Contzen is a lazy, good-for-nothing princess.Overshadowed by her siblings, she's left with little to do but nap, read, and occasionally cut the falling raindrops with her sword. Spotted one day by an astonished adventurer, he insists on grading Juliette's swordsmanship, then promptly has a mental breakdown at the result.Soon after, Juliette is given the news that her kingdom is on the brink of bankruptcy. At the threat of being married off, the lazy princess vows to do whatever it takes to maintain her current lifestyle. Taking matters into her own hands, she escapes in the middle of the night in order to restore her kingdom's finances. Read more

Rowan was finally going to do something right. Marry for love and for her kingdom. Keep her people safe. Until an archaic law enslaved her to the most feared man in all of Socair, a man who treats her like a pawn and calls her his pet.But when enemies emerge from unexpected places, she’s forced to realize that being Evander’s property might just be the only thing keeping her alive.Can she fulfill her blood debt to Bear, even if it means losing Theo forever?Even if it means sacrificing her heart?*Tarnished Crown is Book Two of The Lochlann Feuds Trilogy* Read more

True love was a lie.Betrayed by her childhood sweetheart, Scarlet is enslaved to the very creature who murdered her parents. With no options but to bow down to the wicked elf Arwen, Scarlet serves as her personal assassin to protect those she loves. That is until a ghost from her past throws her life upside down and endangers everyone she loves.Escaping the criminals Brine called kin was the easiest choice he’d ever made. Now a Dark Court agent, his past catches up to him as his family’s schemes endanger the new queen. Tasked with infiltrating Arwen’s corrupt organization, Brine becomes what he was always meant to be - a monster. But everything goes sideways when he discovers his mate enslaved by Arwen, her hands steeped in blood as red as her cloak.In a bid to keep them both alive, Brine strikes a deal with his human bride. One that could spell redemption or destruction for them both.The Wolf is a complete, *stand-alone novel*, inspired by the classic fairytales of Red Riding Hood and Cinderella with a "happily ever after" ending. It's a must have for dark romantic fantasy readers who loved A Ruin of Roses, A Dance with the Fae Prince, and Hooked. It features found family, mates, enemies to lovers, arranged marriage, Mafia, and pulse pounding adventure.Read now! Read more

He's the villain of her dreams and she’s the traitor of his nightmares.Wren’s world shattered the day Arrik became king and he broke every promise he’d made to her. Fueled by rage and betrayal, she must double-cross her husband to save the realm from war. But with every passing day, as her devilish king tries to entice Wren to stand by his side, she finds herself struggling not to fall for his charms and seduction.After years of scheming, Arrik finally held the world in his hands. But it wasn’t enough. Secretly, he’d always wanted someone to share it with, but his queen was hiding something from him. On the brink of civil unrest, he must secure his power at all costs. Even if it means losing the woman he loves.Passionate and heart pounding, Throne of Serpents is the epic conclusion to of the Dragon Isle Wars. This romantic villain fantasy is inspired by tales of Beauty and the Beast, Vikings, and Reylo. It's perfect for readers who love Glint, A Deal with the Elf King, The Bridge Kingdom, and The Serpent & the Wings of Night. Read more

Fans of Sarah J. Maas, Holly Black, and Leigh Bardugo are losing sleep over the first book in the COMPLETE enemies-to-lovers fantasy series The Aermian Feuds.Kings and lies have one thing in common—they kill.Fed up with the neglect and corruption of the crown, swordsmith Sage Blackwell steps forward to spy on the crown and lead the brewing rebellion. When her plans go south and one of Sage's own betrays her, she finds herself facing the devils themselves, her sworn enemies, the princes of Aermia.Tehl Ramses is determined to crush the rising rebellion before civil war sweeps Aermia, leaving the kingdom vulnerable to the monsters breathing down his neck. His only key to figuring out how to stop the incoming war is the most infuriating, and alluring prisoner he's ever set eyes upon. He will do whatever to is necessary to save his people, even lose his own heart.It's his heart or hersThe Aermian Feuds:- Enemies to Lovers- Slow Burn- Dark Fantasy- Rags to Riches- Dragons- Epic Adventure Read more

The #1 Internationally Bestselling sequel to Frost Kay's pulse-pounding Rebel's Blade.Despite her resolve to cut ties with the rebellion, Sage Blackwell is forced to turn to her old allies. But when the ultimate betrayal puts her in an impossible position, she has to make a life changing decision: the Crown or her freedom?From the moment he meets Sage, Crown Prince Tehl Ramses finds himself confronted with one surprise after another-and he hates being the fool. Ensnared in the rebellion's intricate web of trickery and blackmail, Tehl is forced to take desperate measures: war or compromise?Both Tehl and Sage will do whatever's necessary to avoid the pending war, even if it means becoming reluctant allies or something more.Elise Kova, Jennifer L. Armentrout, and Leigh Bardugo fans are ADDICTED to this new fantasy series that will leave you breathless and begging for more. One click now! Read more

The Dark Court is no place for a lady.After tricking the king, Tempest has finally won her long sought-after prize – a place on the king’s council – but it comes with a steep price. The king wishes for her to once again infiltrate the Jester’s Dark Court and crush the remaining rebellion. Stuck between her duty to her kingdom and her duty to what is right, she throws herself into the assignment, determined to discover her true enemies.Slipping into her role as the Jester’s fiery plaything and personal warrior comes with an ease that terrifies her. The charming and dangerous shapeshifter makes it too easy to forget her purpose and tempts her to join his world of secrets and eternal night. But Tempest is no man’s pawn.Her destiny was never to sit back passively. She makes her own path. Even if it’s painted with tears, strewn with regret, and scattered with the pieces of her broken heart.Enter the world of the Twisted Kingdoms at your own risk where monsters wear pretty masks, good and evil are at war, and fairy tales don't exist. If you love fiery heroines, sexy villains, enemies-to-lovers romance, pulse-pounding action, mafia undertones, and dark fairy tale retellings, you need to discover the new series readers are comparing to books by Holly Black, Leigh Bardugo, Meagan Spooner, Emma Hamm, Brandon Sanderson, Melanie Cellier, and Audrey Grey. The Twisted Kingdoms series:- Romantic Fantasy- Fairytale Retelling- Slow Burn Romance- Action and Adventure- Enemies to Lovers- Mafia- Royalty Read more

The ballads lie. Robin Hood, the Bold and Brave Outlaw of Sherwood Forest, is a girl.After losing an archery contest and leadership of her band of Merry Men to Little John, Robyn flees to the last place anyone would search for her: the courts of Prince John. Robyn’s deception works beautifully, until her childhood friend, Maid Marian, discovers her and rats her out to her men.When the Merry Men come to plea for Robyn’s return Little John and Will Scarlet are captured.If Robyn can’t rescue them from a locked castle the best fate they can expect is a hanging. Then Marian’s betrothal to one of Prince John’s most vile Lord’s is announced. If Robyn can’t stop the wedding her friend will unwillingly be forced into a loveless and violent marriage.Can Robyn save her men, her closest friend, and become the most famous outlaw in all of history?Robyn Hood: Fight For Freedom is the sequel to Robyn Hood: A Girl's Tale, and the final book in this duology. Read more

All hail the warrior queen.Becoming the depraved king’s consort was never the plan–neither was being tossed in the turbulent waters of the Crown’s court–but Tempest was trained to roll with the punches. Even if it means getting her hands dirty and betraying what her heart wants the most. But being the king’s betrothed is no protection.One wrong move, she finds herself in more danger than she ever imagined. Surrounded by too many corrupt enemies and not sure whom to trust, Tempest turns to the only person who is more devious than Destin – the Jester. With war looming on the horizon, Tempest is thrust into his seductive Dark Court once. The time for indecision is over. She must set aside her prejudice and pick a side before the king destroys all that she holds dear – including her willy kitsune.Falling for the enemy is always dangerous. But living without your mate is even worse.Twisted Kingdoms Series:- Romantic Fantasy- Enemies to Lovers- Action Adventure- Royalty- Dark Fairtales- Found Family Read more

The ballads lie. Robin Hood, the Bold and Brave Outlaw of Sherwood Forest, is a girl.Robyn isn’t bold. She unwittingly starts the Robin Hood farce while saving a friend from the crown’s men. Forced into hiding she unwillingly collects “Merry Men” while grudgingly stealing from the rich fools who wander into the forest. When Little John and Will Scarlet join her team the small scale thefts quickly escalate to complex robberies.Then comes the news that King Richard is captured and being held for ransom, and his brother, Prince John, is refusing to pay it.Robyn isn’t brave. But she’s determined to free the King even if it means she has to rob the funds from Prince John and his legions of soldiers herself. Will she survive the heist of her life or swing from the gallows? Read more

Beloved #1 bestselling author James Patterson delivers a thrilling novel about a teen caught between two worlds and the truths that could set her free—or trap her foreverMy name is Hannah Dory and I need you to believe me   NOW: Hannah Doe is brought to Belman Psych, kicking and screaming, told she is suffering from hallucinations and delusions.   1347: Hannah Dory and her village are starving to death in a brutal winter. Hannah seeks out food and salvation in the baron's castle. If she is caught stealing, she will surely hang.   NOW: Hannah knows the truth: she is Hannah Doe and Hannah Dory, and she must return to the past before it's too late to save her sister. Can Jordan, the Abnormal-Psych student who seems to truly care, be the one to finally help her? Jordan isn't sure what to believe, and Hannah has even bigger problems: if she doesn't make it back, her sister will die, but if she keeps going back, she might never escape. Read more

Making deals with a dragon is never wise.Living on the outskirts of society taught Thorn three vital lessons. Money and beauty bought everything, people were obsessed with treasure, and no one returned from the beast's territory.No one, but Thorn.When she's commissioned to retrieve a special flower from deep within the mountains, she knows it's a bad idea to tempt fate again, but is left with little choice when she's blackmailed into accepting the job.It was supposed to be a simple extraction.Ambushed and captured by the cursed dragon she hoped to avoid, the cloaked shifter gives her two choices. Play his wicked game or pay for her transgressions in blood. Despite the way his deep voice sends shivers down her spine, or the way he seems to soften toward her, she knows there's only one way their games will end.In regret, heartache, and betrayal.The Beast is a complete, *stand-alone novel*, inspired by the classic fairytales Beauty and The Beasty and Jack and the Beanstalk with a "happily ever after" ending. It's a must have for romantic fantasy readers who loved A Deal with the Elf King by Elise Kova and Of Goblins and Gold by Emma Hamm. If you love books that feature enemies to lovers, rags to riches, mates, dragons, and pulse pounding adventure, you need to start this fantasy retelling with epic twists. Read more

Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Holly Black, this first book in a dark and action-packed new series is impossible to put down! Light magic is forbidden. Dark magic spells death. Haven has both. ​After the Prince of Penryth saved her from captivity, seventeen-year-old Haven Ashwood spends her days protecting the kind prince and her nights secretly fighting the monsters outside the castle walls. When one of those monsters kidnaps Prince Bell, Haven must ally with Archeron Halfbane and his band of immortals to rescue her friend. Her quest takes her deep into the domain of a warped and vicious queen where the rules are simple: break her curse or die.Lost in a land of twisted magic and fabled creatures, Haven finds herself unprepared, not just for the feelings she develops for Archeron, but for the warring powers raging inside her. Her rare and forbidden type of magic may be their only hope . . . but mixing light and dark comes with a steep price. Haven’s soul.Faced with impossible love, heartbreaking betrayals, and a queen intent on destroying the realm, only one thing remains certain. Haven must shatter the curse or it will devour everything she loves.  Welcome to the Kingdom of Runes where immortals and humans clash, light and dark magic reign, and mythical creatures lurk in the shadows. If you like fierce heroines, enemies-to-lovers romance, wild plot twists, and endearing characters that stay with you long after you reach the end, you need to discover the book readers are calling dark fantasy at its best. Just make sure to clear out some space on your calendar first! **Oath Taker was previously published in the boxed set Shattered Worlds under the name Curse Breaker. This is a revised second edition. The Kingdom of Runes series is upper/mature YA and contains mild cursing and adult situations, including romance.**"Could not put this book down! I was in a massive slump after Sarah J Maas finished her throne of glass series nothing was hitting the spot UNTIL NOW!" -Sarah Edwy-Smith , Goodreads Reviewer ★★★★★“Grey has a major talent for world building and writing strong female characters. The story was exciting and I could hardly put this book down.”-Lauren G., Amazon Reviewer ★★★★★"Audrey Grey has such a way with words and her story telling in unique and very twisty (you won't see a lot of things coming!)."-JK Leonard, Amazon Reviewer ★★★★★“Audrey Grey is a genius storyteller that has woven a witty tale of magic, adventure, action, romance and danger.”-Cassie J., Goodreads Reviewer ★★★★★“OMG I freaking love this story. Audrey's writing is descriptive, captivating and hooks you in from the first moment on. It was an amazing story with absolutely great characters (loved the side characters as well). I cannot wait to read what else Audrey has in store for us.”-Jamie S., Goodreads Reviewer ★★★★★ Read more

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Life and death were no game.Becoming the the first female royal healer was a balance between being a goddess of health and the mistress of death.Dueling with sharp-tongued highborns, playing with poison, and watching Mira's best friends pass her by wasn't what she had prepared for after coming home from the frontline. With dark demons and secret desires haunting her, Mira makes a choice that puts her future in jeopardy and leaves her with only one last option.Trust the man who broke her heart, or watch her future go down in flames. Prince's Poison is the next novel set in the Aermian Feuds world that bridges the Enemy's Consort series to the Banished Queen series set to release in 2022. You'll get to catch up with all your favorite characters! Enjoy! Read more

Having found his place as a squire to a Norman knight, Roland Inness sets off with his master, Sir Roger de Laval, and fellow squire on a perilous mission to the Holy Land. King Richard has sworn to take Jerusalem from Saladin and orders Sir Roger to assess the military situation. Joining them is the Templar Knight Tuck as they contend with Moors, Berbers and a Sicilian usurper before reaching the battlefields in the east. There, Roland sees the ugly face of war and tests his mettle. In England, the land is awash in political intrigue, led by Prince John and Sir William de Ferrers, Roland's mortal enemy. Countering them is Queen Eleanor who picks Sir Roger's daughter Millicent for her own mission—one that puts her at the centre of a plot to turn England against King Richard.The Saga of Roland Inness series begins with the tale of a fourteen-year-old boy who has extraordinary skill with a longbow. It is a story of courage, loyalty, honor and treachery. Most of all, it is a story of high adventure set in a time so filled with drama it has spawned legends that fascinate people to this day. It is the time of Richard the Lionheart, Robin Hood, Eleanor of Aquitaine and William Marshall, legendary figures all--some real and some fictional.The first four books in the saga—Longbow, Warbow, The Broken Realm and The Ransomed Crown tell the coming-of-age story of the young archer. A Prince of Wales, the fifth in the series, follows Roland Inness as he leads the legendary Invalid Company into Wales to help Llywelyn the Great win a throne. The sixth book in the series, Declan O'Duinne, takes Roland and Declan to Ireland, where they are plunged into a new Norman conquest. The seventh and final book in the Saga, A Question of Honour was published in October, 2019.If you would like to know more about the author or get updates on new books, visit his webpage at www.waynegrantbooks.com or the Longbow Facebook page, www.facebook.com/Longbowbooks/ . Read more

Lorraina prides herself on being the perfect Princess, but her growing feelings for a man far beneath her station have her questioning whether to follow her passion or follow the rules.A year ago, Princess Lorraina watched Tobias die, and she still doesn't know how she's supposed to heal—or forgive. How can she when she’s still running away?She decides to do the only thing that brings her joy—paint.In an attempt to reinvent herself, she steps outside her comfortable life as princess and seeks the tutelage of a master painter—a man who is not at all impressed by her pedigree, and demands not just talent, but emotional honesty.Struggling to learn what’s being taught, she finds herself drawn to someone who not only knows her secrets, but who she once considered far below her notice. He makes her feel not only wanted, but safe, which is something Tobias never gave her. Now she is compelled to seek him out despite knowing their relationship would be forbidden if discovered. He tugs at her heart, reeling her in with his smile and compassion. Staying away from him doesn’t seem possible when discovering him may be the key to healing her heart and rediscovering herself.Painting Rain is part of the Dalthia series. This historical fantasy romance series is meant to give you all the feels and leave you with a sigh of contentment. This fourth book is the story of a perfectionist painter who felt the trauma of falling for the bad boy before discovering the good guy. This sweet romance will be a favorite for those who enjoy stories of redemption, healing, discovering our true selves, and getting a happy ending. Not quite historical, but not quite fantasy, this inspirational, clean and wholesome romance gives a nod to the medieval, a wink to the renaissance and blows a kiss to teens, tweens, young adults and women who love stories set in kingdoms and castles. Writing for teen and tween girls, young adults, and women alike, Larsen's books can be shared from mother to daughter to grandmother. Any book of hers would be a great gift idea for the book-loving women in your life. Whether she’s writing a historical fantasy series about princesses, or a romantic suspense thriller full of action and adventure, all of her novels have a guaranteed happy ending and plenty of swoon-worthy kisses. Read more

Mr. Sutton seems all that is kind and good, but that’s what Marilee thought of her late husband. And she refuses to live that way again.Marriage wasn't bliss—not for Princess Marilee. Instead of finding contentment with the handsome son of a sovereign duke, she found betrayal and neglect. And fear. A fear that finally lifts when her husband dies, freeing her from his domineering hand. But freedom alone can't give her peace, and she must battle to regain her love for life, rebuild her happiness, and reclaim the ability to trust. When her charming neighbor intrudes on her quiet life, she must determine whether or not his interest is genuine, and if he deserves the fragile bit of trust she has managed to scrape together. However, trusting is a risk, and she has vowed never to put herself at the mercy of someone else’s whims. Can Marilee take that chance, knowing how terribly she’s chosen before? She doesn’t know if she can survive being wrong again.Her recovery is messy, but it's real. It's raw but full of hope. Teens, young adults, and new adults can all find great value in this story. It's a story about a woman who tells the truth about her situation and refuses to keep quiet about it. A woman who takes back her power and then somehow learns to trust again. It's about women banding together, believing one another, and becoming stronger. And of course it's a love story. It's a sweet, clean romance that takes an honest look at emotional trauma and treats it with the care it deserves.For all those who have suffered in silence, no matter the hardship. Everyone deserves a voice.Saving Marilee is part of the Dalthia series, but each book has a different main character and can be read as a stand alone. Not quite historical, but not quite fantasy, this inspirational fairy-tale-without-the-fairies series gives a nod to the medieval, a wink to the renaissance and blows a kiss to teens, tweens, young adults and women who love stories set in kingdoms and castles. Writing for teen and tween girls, young adults, and women alike, Larsen's books can be shared from mother to daughter to grandmother. Any book of hers would be a great gift idea for the book-loving women in your life. Whether she’s writing a historical fantasy series about princesses, or a romantic suspense thriller full of action and adventure, all of her novels have a guaranteed happy ending and plenty of swoon-worthy kisses. Read more

The fight for Ireland intensifies, and the stakes are higher than ever.The Viking armies that plundered Ireland sit safely in their winter camps. Already controlling Dublin, the Northmen are planning to expand their reach and increase their riches.Ulv is alone in the wilderness, outlawed by his own, and condemned to a life behind enemy lines. Cold and afraid, he must fight for shelter, warmth and food. Only by handing Marcus over to the Jarl can he regain his freedom and honour.But first, he has to still his thirst for revenge.Marcus has been given another chance and has no desire to be anyone's slave. The heathens stand between himself and Julia, and he makes the Irish struggle his own. Soon, any companionship he felt with the Vikings is gone, and he prepares to face them in battle. This time he will be ready.Across the sea, Julia tries to make a living for herself. The world is a dangerous place for a young woman, and she soon discovers that mistakes seldom go unpunished.Follow Ulv, Marcus, Julia and the whole band of Viking misfits as they change the course of history.In the epic viking saga of ‘Viking Ventures’, you meet real historical figures like Ragnar Lothbrok and Charles the Bald. Witness the foundation of Dublin and the siege of Paris. Visit Hedeby and Rouen, and take part in battles, sieges and duels.The Viking Ventures trilogy is fast-paced Viking fiction in the spirit of The Northmen Saga by James L. Nelson, Odin's Game by Tim Hodkinson, God of Vengeance by Giles Christian and The Last Kingdom by Bernard Cornwell. You're in for a thrill! Read more

Perfect for anyone fascinated by the Royal Wedding, Netflix's The Crown, or Wolf Hall, this is a pitch-perfect reimagining of the romance and tragedy of Henry VIII and his six wives, told from multiple points of view by some of your favorite authors.If you were one of King Henry VIII's six wives, who would you be? Would you be Anne Boleyn, who literally lost her head? Would you be the subject of rumor and scandal like Catherine Howard? Or would you get away and survive like Anna of Cleves?Meet them and Henry's other queens--each bound for divorce or death--in this epic and thrilling novel that reads like fantasy but really happened. Watch spellbound as each of these women attempts to survive their unpredictable king as he grows more and more obsessed with producing a male heir. And discover how the power-hungry court fanned the flames of Henry's passions . . . and his most horrible impulses.Whether you're a huge fan of all things Tudor or new to this jaw-dropping saga, you won't be able to get the unique voices of Henry and his wives--all brought to life by seven award-winning and bestselling authors--out of your head. This is an intimate look at the royals during one of the most treacherous times in history. Who will you root for and who will you love to hate?ONE OF THE NYPL TOP TEN BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR "Ambitious and exciting." --Bustle"A clever, feminist reimagining of one of English history's most fascinating moments." --Refinery29"These stories of love, lust, power and intrigue never fail to fascinate." --Shelf Awareness, Starred ReviewWho's Who:M. T. Anderson - Henry VIIICandace Fleming - Katharine of Aragon, wife #1Stephanie Hemphill - Anne Boleyn, wife #2Lisa Ann Sandell - Jane Seymour, wife #3Jennifer Donnelly - Anna of Cleves, wife #4Linda Sue Park - Catherine Howard, wife #5Deborah Hopkinson - Kateryn Parr, wife #6 Read more