"A classic, breathtaking adventure brimful of dangerous magic and clever politics. A book that will thrill and delight any fantasy fan."―Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne In this fresh epic fantasy bursting with intrigue and ambition, questioned loyalties, and broken magic, one woman will either save an entire continent or bring about its downfall. "Guard the tower, ward the stone. Find your answers writ in bone. Keep your trust through wits or war--nothing must unseal the door." Deep within Gloamingard Castle lies a black tower. Sealed by magic, it guards a dangerous secret that has been contained for thousands of years. As Warden, Ryxander knows the warning passed down through generations: nothing must unseal the Door. But one impetuous decision will leave her with blood on her hands--and unleash a threat that could doom the world to fall to darkness. Praise for The Obsidian Tower: "Block out time to binge this can't-stop story filled with danger and unexpected disaster. From the fresh take on time-honored tropes to a crunchy, intrigue-filled story, The Obsidian Tower is a must-read for lovers of high fantasy."―C. L. Polk, World Fantasy award-winning author of The Midnight Bargain "Deftly balances two of my favorite things: razor-sharp politics and characters investigating weird, dark magic. A must-read."―Emily A. Duncan, author of New York Times bestseller Wicked Saints Rooks and Ruin The Obsidian Tower The Quicksilver Court The Ivory Tomb For more from Melissa Caruso, check out: Swords and Fire The Tethered Mage The Defiant Heir The Unbound Empire
Darkness devours freedom. Rage consumes her. Convict Lola Cabello is on a mission to assassinate the fallen angel who shattered her life. Her bloodline plays a key part in the mysterious ash drug’s purpose, pushing her limits. Whispering words from the beyond call her name, promising a gift: at what cost? Deep dive into the conspiracy rabbit hole with legends of old. Mythos, the Wicked, fast-paced action, and tense twists are packed in this gritty novel. The Crystal Moths poison the economics and government. Their influence in scientific progression fuses the unthinkable as part of the fallen angel Mastema’s divine plan for a New World Order. An oracle painter’s esoteric work encodes hidden messages warning reptilian hunter Scalebane of the Moth gangsters, linking to Cabello. The military tie Detective Iglesias’s hands and he plummets into the rabbit hole Lola did. Cabello reunites with the last balancer, Synarion, while roping in Iglesias and a shapeshifting double agent. How can she trust them if she cannot trust herself? She is running out of time. Power calls to Lola. Scalebane’s loyalty is in question. Iglesias buys the conspiracy. What’s right and what’s just cannot coexist. Blood will spill at obsidian’s doorstep. Praise for Obsidian's Command "The conspiracy-driven plot is also exceedingly well-paced and matches the dark fantasy elements and shadowy secrets well, showing Lavery's ability to craft a story that is both intense and thought-provoking, leaving readers eager for more." ★★★★★ K.C. Finn of Readers' Favorite
Dive into a world of shadows and secrets in "The Assassin's Game: A Thrilling Mystery of Intrigue and Suspense." When a renowned assassin known only as "The Raven" targets a powerful figure, a seasoned detective is drawn into a deadly game of cat and mouse. Unraveling a complex web of hidden motives and simmering rivalries, the detective confronts a shadowy network of influence, facing personal betrayals and a relentless pursuit of the truth. As the stakes rise and the lines between friend and foe blur, the detective must navigate a labyrinth of deception and lies to expose the Raven's identity and the motives behind the assassination plot. This gripping thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat as the detective faces a heart-wrenching decision, confronting a past choice and questioning their own beliefs. Will they be able to bring the assassin to justice, or will the shadows of the game forever haunt them?
Ava, a skilled explorer on the planet Aethel Prime, stumbles upon a hidden portal leading to a vibrant alien world. Along with her companions, Elara, and Anya, she ventures through the portal, uncovering the secrets of a long-lost civilization. Their discoveries hold the potential to revolutionize science, but the knowledge comes at a price. As they grapple with the ethical implications of their findings, Ava is drawn back to the alien world by a mysterious pull. Now, she faces a critical choice: embrace the safety of collaboration or answer the call of the unknown on a solo mission fraught with danger. Aethel Prime: The Whispers Beyond is a captivating tale of exploration, responsibility, and the enduring allure of the unknown.
The world of **Eryndor** is a once-vibrant realm now slowly succumbing to the relentless grip of an ancient curse, its beauty marred by the creeping decay of time and dark magic. The skies are eternally shrouded in a dim, blood-red twilight, a perpetual state of half-light that cloaks the world in an unsettling gloom. The sun, a faint and distant memory, struggles to break through the heavy, oppressive clouds, casting only the weakest of rays upon the land. This weak sunlight creates an eerie, otherworldly ambiance, where night and day have merged into an endless twilight, leaving the inhabitants in a constant state of uncertainty. The landscape of Eryndor is a haunting reflection of its former glory. Once, it was a realm of breathtaking beauty and grandeur, where towering spires and majestic cities stood as a testament to the civilization that flourished there. Now, those same cities lie in ruin, their magnificent architecture crumbling and overtaken by nature. Vines and moss creep over ancient stone, reclaiming what was once theirs, while the wind whispers through empty corridors, carrying with it the memories of a forgotten age. The castles that once housed mighty lords and ladies are now little more than hollow shells, their walls cracked and broken, their halls echoing with the ghosts of the past. Some are said to be haunted, the restless spirits of those who perished in the curse-bound cataclysm unable to find peace. These spectral figures wander the halls, their lamentations a constant reminder of the tragedy that befell Eryndor. Beyond the cities and castles, the wilderness of Eryndor has grown wild and untamed. The forests, once filled with life and vibrant colors, are now dark and foreboding. Towering trees with gnarled branches stretch towards the sky like skeletal fingers, their leaves a sickly shade of brown. The ground is covered in a thick layer of dead leaves, and the air is heavy with the scent of decay. In these haunted woods, strange creatures roam—twisted, nightmarish beings born of the curse, as well as the spirits of the dead, forever trapped between worlds. Rivers and lakes, once sparkling with clear, fresh water, have turned stagnant and brackish. The waters now carry a deep, unnatural hue, and strange shapes can be seen moving beneath the surface. Some say that the curse has given life to creatures of the deep, ancient beings that should have remained buried and forgotten. The people of Eryndor, those who still survive, are a shadow of their former selves. They eke out a meager existence in the remnants of their once-great civilization, struggling to survive in a world that seems to have turned against them. They speak in hushed tones of the curse, of the ancient wrong that brought it upon them, but few know the full truth. Fear and superstition have taken root, and trust is a rare commodity. Many have turned to dark rituals and forbidden magic in a desperate attempt to lift the curse, but these efforts have only deepened the realm's descent into darkness. Eryndor is a world where hope is a fragile thing, easily crushed under the weight of despair. Yet, there are still those who fight against the darkness, small bands of adventurers, scholars, and warriors who seek to unravel the mysteries of the curse and restore Eryndor to its former glory. They venture into the deepest, most dangerous parts of the land, facing the horrors that lurk there in search of answers. But time is running out, and the curse grows stronger with each passing day, threatening to consume everything in its path.
The sun beat down on Ravenwood, turning the red dirt roads into shimmering mirages. Thirteen-year-old Lyra crouched in the shade of a weathered gum tree, her bare feet kicking up puffs of dust. Her ragged, ochre-dyed tunic stuck to her skin, and sweat trickled down her forehead, matting her tangled auburn hair. Hunger gnawed at her belly, a familiar pang she'd learned to ignore.
Dive into a Sun-Drenched Epic: Where Magic and Sacrifice Collide The Azure Isles drown under a relentless curse, choked by an endless night. Seraphina, a wave walker yearning for a brighter future, embarks on a perilous quest. Guided by forgotten legends and whispers of a celestial power, she plunges into the treacherous depths of a sunken city. There, amidst crumbling ruins and monstrous leviathans, lies the key to salvation - the Sunstone Nexus. But harnessing its power comes at a terrible cost. To break the curse, Seraphina must become the conduit, forever bound to the stars, a solitary guardian sacrificing her own freedom for the sake of her people. Will she unlock the secrets of the Sunstone Nexus and bathe the Azure Isles in sunlight once more? Or will the darkness consume her, and the legend of the Starkeeper fade into oblivion? Unveil a world of breathtaking underwater cities, forgotten magic, and a determined heroine who defies the odds. Dive into Echoes of the Sunstone, an epic fantasy where courage flickers brighter than any star.
In the dark elven matriarchy of Alvarra, the Nightwing's beautiful daughter, Tiala, must lead a mismatched cadre of champions to save her people from the machinations of her evil brother turned assassin. Can a tormented wizard, a fledgling shape-changer, a novice monk and two bitter enemies help Tiala secure the peace in Alvarra? At what cost?
The Braddick Chronicles: Shadows and Whispers - Echoes of the Line In a world where ancient ley lines hum with forgotten power, Detective Sampson Braddick's life takes a dramatic turn when his wife's murder plunges him into the dark underbelly of supernatural conspiracies. Braddick discovers a hidden realm where the boundaries between history and myth blur, haunted by her death and driven by an unyielding thirst for justice. Set against the sprawling, gritty backdrop of New York City, Braddick and his fierce partner, Detective Gonzalez, find themselves entangled in a series of bizarre disappearances that align with the city's mysterious ley lines. Their investigation leads them to unearth the sinister machinations of the Obsidian Order, an ancient and secretive society bent on harnessing these energies to reshape the world. As they chase elusive clues from the bustling streets of New York to the ancient cobblestone alleys of Rome, Braddick and Gonzalez uncover the Heart of Sanctity, a mystical artifact pivotal to the Order's dark rituals. The duo navigates the city's labyrinthine catacombs and sacred sites, racing against time to stop a celestial event that could trigger a cataclysmic shift in power. Their quest for answers draws them deeper into a web of global conspiracies, connecting the dots from the enigmatic ley lines of Stonehenge to the majestic Pyramids of Giza. Alongside Dr. Stanton, a brilliant and enigmatic historian, Braddick delves into the rich tapestry of human history and myth, unraveling secrets that have been buried for millennia. In the storm-lashed Scottish Highlands, Braddick and Gonzalez face their greatest challenge, battling shadowy figures and confronting the raw power of ley lines in a final, breathtaking showdown. It's a clash of wills and destinies, where ancient magic meets modern tenacity, and the stakes are nothing less than the world's fate. "The Braddick Chronicles: Shadows and Whispers - Echoes of the Line" is an immersive urban fantasy thriller that melds contemporary settings with the mystique of ancient lore. It's a tale of resilience, love, and the unyielding pursuit of truth in darkness. With deep emotional arcs, richly drawn characters, and a plot that intertwines historical mysteries with high-stakes action, this novel invites you to journey alongside Detective Sampson Braddick as he battles his inner demons and the shadowy forces that threaten our reality. Prepare to be swept into a world where every whisper of the past reverberates through the shadows, and every step brings you closer to the heart of an ancient enigma. The echoes of the line are calling—will you heed their call?
W. Michael Gear and Kathleen O'Neal Gear, award-winning archaeologists and international bestselling authors, break extraordinary new ground in the riveting sequel to their bestselling The Summoning God. Bone Walker is more than a murder mystery, it is a psychological thriller filled with the action that have made this the dynamic duo of the historical. They have breathed life into the vanished world of the Anasazi, bringing out the spirit, the loves, and a mysterious world where mystery and horror lurk in every shadow, behind every door, sometimes right before you. The Gears invite you to follow them down the dark labyrinth of the serial killers mind in Book III of the Anasazi Mysteries. Eight hundred years have passed since the Mogollon holy man was murdered in Flowing Waters Town. The threads of evil spun by Two Hearts are drawn across time to ensnare modern archaeologists Dusty Stewart and Maureen Cole. The "Wolf Witch" has killed archaeologist Dale Emerson Robertson, and Dusty and Maureen must unmask the murderer before he strikes again. But in so doing, Dusty will root out disturbing secrets about his own past that will cast his father's suicide in an unsettling light. With so many skeletons in the closet, even a bone expert like Maureen can be baffled...and the Wolf Witch is two steps ahead of them, drawing them relentlessly into his trap... From the national award-winning archaeologists and international bestselling authors of The Visitant and The Summoning God comes a novel of unforgettable terror about a murder in America eight hundred years ago...and a power that transcends time. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
