Forbidden Shadows is about a teenage boy, Asher, who has a secret. A secret that if the government or a group of vigilantes find out, would kill him. His safe haven of 16 years has been compromised. He meets his father for the first time and together they hide Asher in plain sight onboard a junior academy starship. Asher has to deal with his past while forming an unexpected future and still ensure that no one finds out who?what he is.
"Laura Sebastian is the next Madeline Miller. . . . a fierce, fresh, lyrical tale that will enthrall until the last page."--Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Huntress A Popsugar Best Summer Read of 2021 A Bibliolifestyle Most Anticipated Summer 2021 Sci-fi and Fantasy Book "Magical, haunting, unique--I haven't been so excited about an Arthur book since I read The Once and Future King ."--Tamora Pierce, #1 New York Times bestselling author The Lady of Shalott reclaims her story in this bold feminist reimagining of the Arthurian myth from the New York Times bestselling author of Ash Princess. Everyone knows the legend. Of Arthur, destined to be a king. Of the beautiful Guinevere, who will betray him with his most loyal knight, Lancelot. Of the bitter sorceress, Morgana, who will turn against them all. But Elaine alone carries the burden of knowing what is to come--for Elaine of Shalott is cursed to see the future. On the mystical isle of Avalon, Elaine runs free and learns of the ancient prophecies surrounding her and her friends--countless possibilities, almost all of them tragic. When their future comes to claim them, Elaine, Guinevere, Lancelot, and Morgana accompany Arthur to take his throne in stifling Camelot, where magic is outlawed, the rules of society chain them, and enemies are everywhere. Yet the most dangerous threats may come from within their own circle. As visions are fulfilled and an inevitable fate closes in, Elaine must decide how far she will go to change destiny--and what she is willing to sacrifice along the way.
Just as they are about to be rescued from their stay on Nowhere Island, Jane, Buzz, Carter and Vanessa find themselves stranded on another island when their dinghy is swept away by a strong current.
The New York Times bestseller “The Shadow of the Wind is ultimately a love letter to literature, intended for readers as passionate about storytelling as its young hero.” —Entertainment Weekly (Editor's Choice) “One gorgeous read.” —Stephen King Barcelona, 1945: A city slowly heals in the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, and Daniel, an antiquarian book dealer’s son who mourns the loss of his mother, finds solace in a mysterious book entitled The Shadow of the Wind, by one Julián Carax. But when he sets out to find the author’s other works, he makes a shocking discovery: someone has been systematically destroying every copy of every book Carax has written. In fact, Daniel may have the last of Carax’s books in existence. Soon Daniel’s seemingly innocent quest opens a door into one of Barcelona’s darkest secrets--an epic story of murder, madness, and doomed love.
Forbidden Magic. Shadowy Intrigue. Heart-Pounding Action. Slow-Burn Romance. Eira is now a champion of the Solaris Empire. She's off to a land she's only dreamed about. But a nightmare awaits her. Her sworn enemy has escaped. His allies are powerful and deadly. And Eira finds herself tangled in the dangerous web of the undercity of Risen where the mysterious Court of Shadows and lethal Pillars battle for the fate of the kingdom. But vengeance has a price. When Eira is captured by her enemies, it's not only her life, but the lives of her friends, and the man she loves most, at stake. The woman she was won't be enough to turn the tides churning against her from long before she was born. She'll have to become something more. She'll have to love deeper and fight fiercer than ever before. The only way to kill a legendary champion, will be to become one herself. Experience Eira's adventure in the A Trial of Sorcerers series by USA Today bestselling author Elise Kova today, for readers who enjoy young adult, epic fantasy, filled with sorcery, deep friendships, forbidden romance, and tales of faraway lands. A Hunt of Shadows takes place after the events of A Trial of Sorcerers. Readers should begin with A Trial of Sorcerers before reading A Hunt of Shadows.
From bestselling author V.C. Andrews comes a story of a young woman in search of her older sister—and the dark truth that threatens to tear her family apart. Emmie Wilcox was only six when her older sister, Roxy, was thrown out of their New York City apartment. Their stern father’s military-style rules left no room for rebellion, and Roxy was as defiant as Emmie—now an outstanding student at a private school—is compliant: a perfect daughter, un fille parfaite, as her Parisian-born mother lovingly calls her. Two sisters, total opposites—yet Emmie is secretly obsessed with the mystery surrounding Roxy: What had she done? Where is she now? And is there a hidden side to Emmie that resembles Roxy’s spiteful nature? Knowing only that Roxy is a highly paid escort to the city’s wealthiest men, Emmie goes behind her father’s back to track down the sister she fears, despises, and inexplicably clings to...and whose influence might run deeper than Emmie ever imagined.
Title: Shadows of Tomorrow Description: Embark on an enthralling journey into the enigmatic world of "Shadows of Tomorrow." In this spellbinding ebook, the delicate dance between destiny and free will unfolds as unseen forces guide the lives of compelling characters. Synopsis: The narrative begins in a world veiled in shadows, where ancient prophecies and mystical energies shape the destinies of those who dare to venture into the unknown. The protagonist, chosen by unseen forces, navigates a tapestry of trials and tribulations, unraveling secrets and confronting the echoes of an elusive future. As the Battle of Tomorrow looms on the horizon, alliances form, betrayals unfold, and the very fabric of reality is tested. The Forbidden Forest beckons with its mysteries, the City of Whispers conceals untold truths, and the Forbidden Forest stands as a crucible of challenges and revelations. Love amidst chaos, bonds and betrayals, and the enigmatic world with eccentric characters become threads woven into the narrative. Themes of redemption, sacrifice, and the resilience of the human spirit shape the characters' transformative journeys. In the conclusion, the seeds of a new era sprout, offering a resurgence of hope in the face of desolation. What lies beyond is a tapestry of resolution and reflection, inviting readers to contemplate the intricacies of fate, the impact of choices, and the eternal dance between light and shadow. "Shadows of Tomorrow" is more than an ebook; it's a captivating exploration of the human experience in a world where destiny's hand remains unseen, and the shadows of tomorrow hold the promise of new beginnings. Are you ready to uncover the secrets that lie within?
When all options hurt, how do you choose? The one that hurts less people, the one that hurts you less, or... the right one?A pair of twins. A forbidden forest. A black mannequin with free will. A little brother who befriends it. A demon.When Adam doesn't return in time, his twin James is convinced he's in danger - and for a good reason. Adam has gone in the forest. James doesn't need to think about it: he's going after him. Even if that means exploring the forest that they were forbidden to set foot in before they got their names.Because James is willing to go through the pits of hell for his brother. Little does he know, he is about to.
Richard Corben follows up 2014's Spirits of the Dead with a new collection of original short stories, ranging from gothic tales worthy of Poe, to Twilight Zone-style encounters with the weird, to a full-length fantasy epic featuring a barbarian reminiscent of Corben's most notorious creation, Den, immortalized in the 1981 animated film Heavy Metal. Corben rose to prominence with short horror and science fiction stories in the early 1970s in Creepy and Eerie, which were later collected in Creepy Presents Richard Corben. He remains one of the most important voices in horror comics. In 2009 he won the Eisner for Best Miniseries as well as being named Spectrum's Grand Master, one of illustration's most prominent awards. In 2011 he won the Eisner for Best Oneshot, and the following year he was inducted in the Will Eisner Hall of Fame.
