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Moon Called
by Patricia Briggs
A shapeshifter embarks on a journey to reclaim her heritage and defend her people.
Mercedes Thompson, aka Mercy, is a talented Volkswagen mechanic living in the Tri-Cities area of Washington. She also happens to be a walker, a magical being with the power to shift into a coyote at ... (Goodreads)
Visions of Heat
by Nalini Singh
A telepathic woman and a leopard changeling navigate their attraction while investigating a dangerous conspiracy in a paranormal world.
Hailed as a major new talent in paranormal romance, Nalini Singh takes us deeper into the world of the Psy and the changelings in her latest extraordinary novel, where a gifted woman sees passion in ... (Goodreads)
Dead Witch Walking
by Kim Harrison
A dark urban fantasy about a witch's fight for survival in a world of humans, demons and vampires.
All the creatures of the night gather in "the Hollows" of Cincinnati, to hide, to prowl, to party... and to feed. Vampires rule the darkness in a predator-eat-predator world rife with dangers beyond ... (Goodreads)
Darkfever
by Karen Marie Moning
A woman searches for her missing sister in the mythic and dangerous world of the Fae.
The novel tells the story of MacKayla Lane or "Mac", the daughter of Jack and Rainey Lane, who works as a bartender in Georgia. After learning about her sister's death Mac travels to Ireland in hopes ... (Wikipedia)
Slave to Sensation
by Nalini Singh
In a world where emotions are forbidden, a Psy woman falls for a dominant changeling male, risking everything to embrace her desires.
Dive into a world torn apart by a powerful race with phenomenal powers of the mind—and none of the heart . . . In a world that denies emotions, where the ruling Psy punish any sign of desire, Sascha ... (Goodreads)
Working for the Devil
by Lilith Saintcrow
A necromancer is forced to work for a demon lord, navigating the dangerous politics of the supernatural world.
When the devil needs a rogue demon killed, he calls Dante Valentine–a cross between Laurell K. Hamilton's Anita Blake and Kim Harrison's Rachel Morgan--in this sassy debut novel by Saintcrow. ... (Goodreads)
Oathbreakers
by Mercedes Lackey
A tale of a kingdom in peril, where a band of warriors must restore the rightful heir to the throne and defeat an evil sorcerer.
When Idra, leader of the crack mercenaries known as the Sunhawks, failed to return from a journey to her home kingdom of Rethwellan, Tarma and Kethry, warrior and mage, set out in search of their ... (Goodreads)
For a Few Demons More
by Kim Harrison
A supernatural battle between good and evil, with the fate of the world in the balance.
Despite dating one vampire and living with another, Rachel Morgan has always managed to stay just ahead of trouble . . . until now., A fiendish serial killer stalks the Hollows, and no one living in ... (Barnes & Noble)
Lover Unbound
by J.R. Ward
A vampire warrior and a doctor battle their inner demons as they fight for their love.
The ruthless and brilliant brother Vishous possesses a destructive curse and a frightening ability to see the future. As a member of the Brotherhood, he has no interest in love or emotion, only the ... (Goodreads)
Caressed by Ice
by Nalini Singh
A Psy and a Changeling must overcome their differences to solve a murder case and fight their growing attraction.
Explore new heights of sensuality in this return to the world of the Psy—where two people who know evil intimately must unlock the good within their icy hearts…, As an Arrow, an elite soldier in the ... (Goodreads)
Poison Study
by Maria V. Snyder
Yelena, a convicted murderer, is given the choice to be executed or become the Commander's food taster. She must navigate political intrigue and assassination attempts.
Not everyone is pleased by Yelena's acceptance of the role of food taster, especially not General Brazell, whose son was killed by Yelena, despite it being in self-defense. His wants for her death ... (Wikipedia)
Magic Bites
by Ilona Andrews
A female private investigator hunts monsters while searching for answers about her mysterious past.
Ilona Andrews invites you to experience the first novel in the #1, New York Times, bestselling series featuring the intriguing fantasy world of mercenary Kate Daniels… When the magic is up, rogue ... (Barnes & Noble)
Iron Kissed
by Patricia Briggs
Mercy Thompson, a shape-shifting coyote, investigates a series of murders while dealing with her own personal demons.
I could smell her fear, and it satisfied something deep inside me that had been writhing under her cool, superior gaze. I curled my upper lip so she could get a good look at my sharp teeth. I might ... (Goodreads)
Masques
by Patricia Briggs
A collection of short stories featuring supernatural creatures and the humans who interact with them, exploring themes of love, loss, and identity.
Backed by an army of undead, Geoffrey ae'Magi, master of illusion, threatens to devour Aralorn's peaceful kingdom of Reth... — The ae'Magi is corrupt and yet irresistibly charismatic, the horror at ... (Goodreads)
Heat Stroke
by Rachel Caine
A small town in Texas is hit by a deadly heat wave, and a group of friends must uncover the truth behind it before it's too late.
APOCALYPTIC ATMOSPHERICS In Rachel Caine's tempestuous follow-up to Ill Wind –forecast as "a fun read" by bestselling author Jim Butcher--the Wardens Association still protects the human race from ... (Goodreads)
Summers at Castle Auburn
by Sharon Shinn
A young girl's magical summer, unlocking secrets of her family's past and discovering her own identity.
As a child, Coriel Halsing spent many glorious summers at Castle Auburn with her half-sister—and fell in love with a handsome prince who could never be hers. But now that she is a young woman, she ... (Goodreads)
Lady Knight
by Tamora Pierce
A fantasy adventure of a young woman warrior, struggling to balance her duty and her heart.
War with the neighboring country of Scanra is declared at last, and Kel finds herself in charge of a refugee camp. Her district commander, Lord Wyldon, has chosen not to place her in control of a ... (Wikipedia)
Blood Rites
by Jim Butcher
A thrilling urban fantasy adventure, pitting a wizard against a powerful cult.
For Harry Dresden, Chicago's only professional wizard, there have been worse assignments than going undercover on the set of an adult film. Dodging flaming monkey poo, for instance. Or going ... (Goodreads)
The Power That Preserves
by Stephen R. Donaldson
Epic fantasy adventure of a hero's quest to save his kingdom from an ancient evil.
Back in his own "real" world, Thomas Covenant is devastated by the loss of Elena, though he still maintains to himself that his experience in the Land was all just a dream. Tormented by this ... (Wikipedia)
Traitor's Moon
by Lynn Flewelling
Epic fantasy adventure of a disgraced prince and a mysterious stranger attempting to stop a sinister plot.
Master spies Seregil and Alec are no strangers to peril. Their assignments, nightrunning for wizards and nobles, have led them into many deadly situations. But sometimes the greatest danger can lurk ... (Goodreads)
Magic's Price
by Mercedes Lackey
Young woman embarks on a quest to save her kingdom, learning the power of magic along the way.
The final chapter in Mercedes Lackey's spellbinding fantasy trilogy! The Herald-Mage, Vanyel, and his Companion, Yfandes, are alone responsible for saving the once-peaceful kingdom of Valdemar from ... (Goodreads)
Daughter of the Blood
by Anne Bishop
A young woman's journey to claim her power and protect her kingdom from dark forces.
Librarian's Note: Alternate cover for this ISBN can be found, here,. The Dark Kingdom is preparing itself for the fulfillment of an ancient prophecy–the arrival of a new Queen, a Witch who will wield ... (Goodreads)
Acheron
by Sherrilyn Kenyon
Epic fantasy adventure exploring the underworld and its creatures.
Eleven thousand years ago a god was born. Cursed into the body of a human, Acheron endured a lifetime of hatred. His human death unleashed an unspeakable horror that almost destroyed the earth. ... (Goodreads)
On a Pale Horse
by Piers Anthony
A man is granted godlike powers and compelled to become the incarnation of Death.
In the 1980s, Zane is living a pathetic life without money or employment. When a magic gem merchant cheats Zane out of an opportunity for romance, Zane decides to take his own life. As he starts to ... (Wikipedia)
The Talismans of Shannara
by Terry Brooks
A quest to recover four magical artifacts, to save the Four Lands from an ancient evil.
The Elves and Paranor are both now back in the Four Lands , and the former Walker Boh has inherited Allanon 's powers. Moreover, the Sword of Shannara has been found. Knowing all these, Rimmer Dall ... (Wikipedia)
The Secret Servant
by Daniel Silva
An Israeli secret agent goes undercover to prevent a terrorist attack in Amsterdam.
In this entry in the series, Gabriel Allon , the master art restorer and sometime officer of Israeli intelligence, had just prevailed in his blood-soaked duel with Saudi terrorist financier Zizi ... (Wikipedia)
A Man Rides Through
by Stephen R. Donaldson
A journey through a post-apocalyptic world, as a man seeks redemption.
In The Mirror of Her Dreams, the dazzling first volume of Mordant's Need, New York Times bestselling author Stephen R. Donaldson introduced us to the richly imagined world of Mordant, where mirrors ... (Goodreads)
Industrial Magic
by Kelley Armstrong
An urban fantasy of a witch navigating a dark underworld of supernatural forces.
The story starts with the attack upon Dana MacArthur, daughter of a Cabal employee. Dismayed by her inability to persuade other witches to form a new coven because of their disapproval of her ... (Wikipedia)
Naked in Death
by J.D. Robb
A murder investigation set in a futuristic New York City, uncovering secrets about a criminal ring.
In 2058, Eve Dallas, Lieutenant in the NYPSD (New York Police and Security Department) Homicide division, is tasked with finding the culprit who killed Sharon DeBlass, a licensed companion (that is, ... (Wikipedia)
Magic Burns
by Ilona Andrews
A female mercenary must confront her past while protecting a mysterious girl from supernatural forces.
Down in Atlanta, tempers – and temperatures – are about to flare… As a mercenary who cleans up after magic gone wrong, Kate Daniels has seen her share of occupational hazards. Normally, waves of ... (Goodreads)
