As the Scary Tales saga continues, Grouchy the dwarf and his motley crew of survivors find the human village of Abundance overrun with Snow's zombies. Grouchy gains an unlikely partner in the treacherous Queen Adara, who gave his beloved Snow that wicked apple. Adara agrees to help Grouchy in his quest to find a cure, but only to serve her own devious plans. The apple that transformed Snow into a zombie has now grown into a cursed tree. Destroying it may be Grouchy's only chance to cure his true love. But first, he must escape Abundance and face the resurrected Prince Mikael, who thanks to Snow is now more powerful than ever. Except the Prince, Snow, and her apple are only the beginning. Grouchy and Adara soon learn that Snow isn't merely a rabid monster. Grouchy's beloved Snowflake is controlling her fellow zombies and manipulating them for her own dark ends. To make matters worse, the curse that empowers Snow continues to grow stronger-and more unpredictable.
When eighteen-year-old Emery Leclerc is taken from her home by a man who claims she has magical powers, she isn’t sure who to call first: the police or the psych ward. After discovering that the magic running through her veins is the reason her parents died years ago, Emery wants nothing to do with it. She’d like nothing more than to return to her boring, small-town life. But left unchecked, her newly awakened abilities prove dangerous. She must learn to control her magic or risk having it consume her—and dying before making it out of high school would seriously suck. Unfortunately for Emery, learning magic isn’t as easy as her new housemates make it seem. As her frustration grows, she learns that, while she may not want her magic, there’s a Wielder who does… and the hauntingly familiar and wickedly charming Remington will do whatever it takes to have it. As Emery battles him, she struggles to unravel the truth about her magical block and the undeniable pull she feels towards her enemy. They say the truth will set you free, but for Emery, it could be the very thing that kills her.
In this next installment in the Immortals After Dark Series, "USA Today" bestselling author Kresley Cole delivers a scorching tale about a forbidding vampire who lives in the shadows and the beautiful assassin who hunts him there.
Acclaimed crime historian, podcaster, and author of American Sherlock Kate Winkler Dawson tells the thrilling story of Edward Rulloff—a serial murderer who was called “too intelligent to be killed”—and the array of 19th century investigators who were convinced his brain held the key to finally understanding the criminal mind. Edward Rulloff was a brilliant yet utterly amoral murderer—some have called him a “Victorian-era Hannibal Lecter”—whose crimes spanned decades and whose victims were chosen out of revenge, out of envy, and sometimes out of necessity. From his humble beginnings in upstate New York to the dazzling salons and social life he established in New York City, at every turn Rulloff used his intelligence and regal bearing to evade detection and avoid punishment. He could talk his way out of any crime...until one day, Rulloff's luck ran out. By 1871 Rulloff sat chained in his cell—a psychopath holding court while curious 19th-century "mindhunters" tried to understand what made him tick. From alienists (early psychiatrists who tried to analyze the source of his madness) to neurologists (who wanted to dissect his brain) to phrenologists (who analyzed the bumps on his head to determine his character), each one thought he held the key to understanding the essential question: is evil born or made? Eventually, Rulloff’s brain would be placed in a jar at Cornell University as the prize specimen of their anatomy collection...where it still sits today, slowly moldering in a dusty jar. But his story—and its implications for the emerging field of criminal psychology—were just beginning. Expanded from season one of her hit podcast on the Exactly Right network (7 million downloads and growing), in All That Is Wicked Kate Winkler Dawson draws on hundreds of source materials and never-before-shared historical documents to present one of the first glimpses into the mind of a serial killer—a century before the term was coined—through the scientists whose work would come to influence criminal justice for decades to come.
Enjoy this steamy rockstar romance book from USA Today bestselling author Piper Lawson! He was a legend, until he walked away. I was nobody, until I was dragged into the light. I was never supposed to be part of Wicked, but it was always part of me. Now it's my turn to do something that matters... Even if the man I love hates me for it. Wicked Girl is the final instalment in the sexy new adult rock star trilogy WICKED from USA Today bestselling author Piper Lawson! EDITORIAL REVIEWS: ★★★★★ “Holy crap. Piper Lawson takes the rock star trope to a whole new level.” -Dawn ★★★★★ “One word to describe this series: HOOKED.” -Danielle, Short and Sassy ★★★★★ “A fantastic, emotional, brilliantly written slow burn romance.” -Maria ★★★★★ “Strong, believable, and intelligent characters.” -Gartland ★★★★★ “Hot damn, this series is amazing. Funny, sweet, raw, emotional and freaking hot!” -Debbie ★★★★★ “So sweet and completely real.” -Tamanna ★★★★★ “I’m an emotional wreck.” -Pam ★★★★★ “An all consuming love story that is sure to leave you a little dazed and crazed.” -Catherine *** KEYWORDS: rockstar romance book, rock star romance novel, musician romance, bestselling, bestseller, best seller, romance, new adult romance, college romance, romantic comedy, coming of age, light romance, women's fiction, contemporary women, contemporary romance, free romance, freebie romance, adventure romance, best friends, girl power, strong woman, first love, freebie, book, books, full length, romance series, college, first in series, book 1, series-starter, sexy, steamy, for adults, new adult, school, funny, fun, quirk, nerd, inexperienced, witty, dialogue, banter, angsty, box, alpha, love story, forbidden romance, free book, free books, books, free ebook, ebook, quick read, free novel, read, story, stories, box set, free romance book, free romance ebook, hot romance, heartwarming, heart warming, kissing books. Readers also enjoyed books by: Carrie Ann Ryan, Corinne Michaels, Kendall Ryan, J.H. Croix, Natasha Madison, Chelle Bliss, L.K. Shaw, Kylie Gilmore, Shayla Black, Brooke O'Brien, Kait Nolan, Lexy Timms, Sally Thorn, Marquita Valentine, Christina Lauren, Colleen Hoover, Talia Hibbert, Helena Hunting, Elle Kennedy, Kristen Callihan, Penny Reid, KA Tucker, Melissa Foster, Bella Andre, Jean Oram, Sarina Bowen, Vi Keeland, Winter Renshaw, Meghan March, Willow Winters, Carly Phillips, Erika Wilde, Jillian Dodd, Melissa Foster, Nana Malone, Anna Todd, Lauren Blakely, Julia Kent, Jay Crownover, Siobhan Davis, Vivian Wood, Becca Fanning, Jessalyn Jameson, Clare Cole, Ember Casey.
The author of the Holiday Pleasures series—who “writes with a delightfully romantic flair”—pens a Regency couple you’ll never forget (Julianne MacLean, USA Today–bestselling author). As a lieutenant in the Royal Navy, Benedict Frost had the respect of every man on board—and the adoration of the women in every port. When injury ends his naval career, the silver-tongued libertine can hardly stomach the boredom. Not after everything—and everyone—he’s experienced. Good thing a new adventure has just fallen into his lap . . . When courtesan Charlotte Perry learns the Royal Mint is offering a reward for finding a cache of stolen gold coins, she seizes the chance to build a new life for herself. As the treasure hunt begins, she realizes her tenacity is matched only by Benedict’s—and that sometimes adversaries can make the best allies. But when the search for treasure becomes a discovery of pleasure, they’ll be forced to decide if they can sacrifice the lives they’ve always dreamed of for a love they’ve never known . . . “Richly rewarding.” —Booklist (starred review) “A delightful flight of fancy . . . Romain exercises her flair for unconventional Regency characters with this intriguing couple.” —Publishers Weekly “The characters are wonderfully complete, the story is fascinating, the turns in the plot are fun and not entirely expected. It’s well-written, it’s heart-warming, and just lovely.” —All About Romance “A highly on-brand historical romance for me, one that hit all the right notes and satisfied all of my cravings . . . It was perfect and utterly satisfying. What a
In a reservation where magic has been unrestrained for entirely too long, there is no rest from the wicked… After dealing with the fallout of a shape-shifting, fire-throwing demon, Lizzie, Belle, and Aiden are hoping the reservation will finally catch a break from the constant influx of evil. Those hopes are quickly dashed when Lizzie comes across the scent of evil and tracks it back to the clean-picked bones of a man. As it quickly becomes obvious that this is not a one-off situation and there’s now a demon with a taste for human flesh on the reservation, another problem arises in the form of a White Lady—a ghost not only seeking bloody revenge, but demanding Belle’s assistance to get it. And she won’t take no for an answer. But the greatest threat of all might be the witch who is a magical bloodhound. A witch who’s been sent to the reservation to by one Clayton Marlowe… Lizzie’s husband. What everyone is saying about Keri Arthur’s novels: I do enjoy this series. Arthur has created a cozy set of characters who settle into this initially hostile setting and has kept me coming back. Kathy Davie from Books, Movies, Reviews! Oh My! on Wicked Wings Hoo, boy. Deadly Vows is action packed (and humor-filled). Kathy Davie from Books, Movies, Reviews, Oh My! for Deadly Vows If you are looking for something fresh, fun, with a twist on witches and werewolves, then get your hands on BLOOD KISSED by author Keri Arthur and enjoy! Annetta Sweetko, Fresh Fiction. The paranormal Australia that Arthur concocts works perfectly, and the plot speeds along at a breakneck pace. Publisher’s Weekly for The Darkest Kiss Kick-ass women, strong, smart characters, mysteries, plot, action, a touch of humor and romance. Totally my kind of read. Anne from Books of my Heart for Cursed. The Lizzie Grace Series: -Witches and Magic -Werewolves -Slow Burn Romance -Paranormal -Supernatural -Crime Solving -Amateur Detective -Action and Adventure -Strong Female Lead
From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes a new story in her Wicked series… She’s everything he wants…. Cold. Heartless. Deadly. Whispers of his name alone bring fear to fae and mortals alike. The Prince. There is nothing in the mortal world more dangerous than him. Haunted by a past he couldn’t control, all Caden desires is revenge against those who’d wronged him, trapping him in never-ending nightmare. And there is one person he knows can help him. She’s everything he can’t have… Raised within the Order, Brighton Jussier knows just how dangerous the Prince is, reformed or not. She’d seen firsthand what atrocities he could be capable of. The last thing she wants to do is help him, but he leaves her little choice. Forced to work alongside him, she begins to see the man under the bitter ice. Yearning for him feels like the definition of insanity, but there’s no denying the heat in his touch and the wicked promise is his stare. She’s everything he’ll take…. But there’s someone out there who wants to return the Prince to his former self. A walking, breathing nightmare that is hell bent on destroying the world and everyone close to him. The last thing either of them needs is a distraction, but with the attraction growing between them each now, the one thing he wants more than anything may be the one thing that will be his undoing. She’s everything he’d die for…. **Every 1001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you'll enjoy each one as much as we do.**
There Can Only Be One Queen Bee. Young and beautiful, seventeen-year-old Apple believes there's one thing she can do better than anyone -- herself. Her selfish actions turn fatal in a New York minute when she gets tangled up with a ruthless hustler. He wants his payment in blood with interest. Apple goes undercover to try to clean up her mess, but the lines between vengeance and reality begin to blur. Meanwhile, Apple's twin sister Kola is leading a fast life of her own with an escort ring. Though she's making long money, she's not satisfied with second best, and she sets out to knock Apple off. Her wicked scheming explodes into the ultimate betrayal. Nisa Santiago's tale of beautiful sisters from Harlem proves that when sibling rivalry spins out of control, loyalty is just a word on the streets.
Why exactly is the wicked Queen so nasty, particularly to Snow White? Perhaps it has something to do with the creepy-looking man in the magic mirror who's not just some random spooky visage...