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Blood of Eden (Sloane Skye Ser.)
by Tami DaneThis mind-blowing new series introduces Sloan Skye, an ambitious intern at the FBI's paranormal unit, where the usual rules of crime fighting don't apply. . .Sloan has a sky-high IQ, a chaotic personal life, and a dream: to work for the FBI. Her goal is within reach until an error lands her with the FBI's ugly stepchild: the new Paranormal Behavioral Analysis Unit. She'll get to profile criminals, but the pool of suspects is a little more. . .diverse. Yet even as Sloan tackles her first case--a string of victims, all with puncture wounds to the neck--she can't silence her inner para-skeptic. To catch the killer she'll have to think like one. That means casting aside her doubts, and dealing with bizarre nightmares that started with the job. But the strangeness is only beginning, as Sloan pieces together the shocking truth about a case that's more personal than she ever would have guessed.
Blood of Hercules (Villains of Lore #1)
by Jasmine MasDon’t miss the overnight viral sensation everyone is talking about! Blood of Hercules is the sarcastically funny, dark fantasy romance reimagining of Hercules from bestselling author Jasmine Mas. I’m just a girl. And it turns out, I’m Hercules. I’m struggling to survive in a Titan infested world where Spartans, immortals from twelve royal families who have god-like powers and obscene wealth, rule over all. A shy-stammering foster child with nothing, I keep my head down, cover my scars, and focus on excelling in school. At least, I try to. <p> Then it happens. My blood test reveals I’m part of the powerful elite. I’m one of them. A Spartan. Forced to attend the Spartan War Academy, I undergo the most harrowing test of all time to see if I have what it takes to be an immortal. There’s just a few problems. Achilles and Patro are my scary mentors. Kharon, the ferryman of death, and Augustus, the son of war, are my terrifying professors. Also, I’m pretty sure either someone’s stalking me everywhere I go, or my sanity’s slipping––I have a bad feeling both are true. I’m surrounded by Villains and they’re smothering me with their hate, obsession, and dark possessiveness. Too bad for them, they have no clue just who they’re messing with. <p> Perfect for readers who love: "Who did this to you?" Extreme Enemies to Lovers Morally Gray Alpha Heros Stories where the Villains get the girl Greek Myths and War Academies. <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
Blood of Innocence (Sloane Skye Ser.)
by Tami DaneGifted profiler Sloan Skye joins the hunt for an elusive serial killer--and discovers a breed of criminal few know exists...A cynic by nature, Sloan Skye wasn't thrilled when she was assigned to the FBI's Paranormal Behavioral Analysis Unit. But her doubts are slowly easing, especially when she sees that working on the fringe allows her to use some of her more unconventional tactics. Most of all, Sloan's grateful her career is on track--because her love life, if you can even call it that, is in shambles. Sloan is searching for a suspect who slays his female victims at night, and bizarrely drains their bodies of blood. Bad enough, but when Sloan learns what the killer is really after, she can barely sleep at night. When the suspect guns for someone very close to Sloan, it's time to throw out the rules and face her deepest fears...
Blood of Stars and Gods
by Melissa PetreshockCaitriona Hayden's destiny as the Dracopraesi dragon's North Star is no clearer to her than it was weeks ago. However, Cait's eternal future seems a minor concern while the vengeful elves continue taunting the dragons, now using violence against the human population in their desire for war. Battles of war aren't the only ones fought. King Corrin struggles to make peace with his coming end, and as his family bonds heal, stronger relationships and alliances form among Cait and her dragons. Theo may have won her heart, but Oliver fills a void long left by the passing of her uncle, and each dragon is a part of Cait's family. But a darkness bleeds through to change their world. When faced with decisions of life and death, Cait, Theo, and demigod Dante must choose unpredictable paths, chance outcomes of eternal consequences, and make dubious promises. As Cait displays unexpected abilities, complications arise, more details of her destiny are revealed, and she discovers the inherent risks of fearing change. Every era has a beginning and an end. There are things in the world no one is meant to stop
Blood of Troy (Daughter of Sparta #2)
by Claire AndrewsThe sequel to Daughter of Sparta thrusts warrior Daphne and her love interest, the Olympian god Apollo, into the middle of the Trojan War in this epic YA fantasy reimagining of Greek mythology. A year after saving the powers of Olympus by defeating Nyx, the Goddess of Darkness, Daphne is haunted by still-looming threats, her complicated feelings for the god Apollo, and the promise she made to the Olympian gods that she would help them again when they called upon her. When their command finally comes, it is deceptively simple: secure herself a spot as one of Queen Helen&’s guards. A war is coming, and all of Sparta must be prepared. In the midst of a treaty summit among the monarchs of Greece, Daphne and Helen uncover a plot of betrayal—and soon, a battle begins that leads to all-out war. As the kingdoms of Greece clash on the shores of Troy and the gods choose sides, Daphne must use her wits, her training, and her precarious relationship with Apollo to find a way to keep her queen safe, stop the war, and uncover the true reason the gods led her to Troy. But the gods are keeping more than one secret, and Daphne will be forced to decide how far she is willing to go to save those she loves—and whose side she&’s on in a war that is prophesized to be the downfall of her people. Claire M. Andrews continues to turn Greek mythology on its head in this thrilling sequel that centers a female protagonist in a land ruled by powerful men and gods alike, filled with exhilarating action, unforgettable romance, and a destiny that could destroy the world. Preorder the jaw-dropping conclusion, Storm of Olympus, now!
Blood of the Demon
by Rosalie LarioKeegan lives to exact revenge on the evil demon who sired and abused him. When his father devises a plan to bring on the apocalypse, he and his three half-brothers, interdimensional bounty hunters for the Elden Council, are charged with capturing and delivering their father for punishment.Art gallery owner Brynn Meyers has no idea that her ability to read memories embedded in objects and drain people of their life force means she has demon ancestry. Unfortunately for Brynn, she's also the key to raising an ancient zombie army, which puts her on every demon's Most Wanted List.And no one wants her more than Keegan's father.Keegan must protect Brynn from his father by any means necessary, but he'll have to learn to harness the other half of his genetics-the far deadlier, uncontrollable half-when he starts to fall for the one woman standing between him and the vengeance he so desperately seeks. The one woman he'll never be able to resist.
Blood of the Rose
by Kate PearceWhen vampire slayer Rosalind Llewellyn had to join forces with her enemy Christopher Ellis to defeat a rogue vampire threatening Henry VIII, their alliance led to a surprising passion. Reunited after a year's separation, they now face a new threat that could destroy their last chance at happiness. .
Blood of the Ruby Throne
by Sultry SummersZera, sister to High Lord Enos of Seti-Cronus, refuses to wed High Lord Sarc of the planet Alphxorn, distrustful of their disassociated cousins. But the neighboring worlds face an invasion of space pirates against which only their combined military strength can prevail. On patrol, Enos and his entourage are killed by pirates despite assistance from two squads of Alphxorn's fighters. Zera assumes the throne of Seti-Cronus. Sarc, renders Seti-Cronus' military temporarily impotent, marches into Zera's palace as a benevolent conquer, and demands her as his wife. A sword duel between them ensues. Zera, unbeatable with her heirloom sword, draws first blood fulfilling an ancient prophecy. Her weapon becomes impossible to wield, leaving her disarmed and at Sarc's mercy. How will he acknowledge her, as wife or slave? With both worlds' militaries to command and Zera's love to win, Sarc struggles amid undercurrents of treachery. Can he convince Zera he's guiltless in her brother's death--can Zera deny the feelings Sarc has awakened in her?
Blood of the Sorceress (The Portal #4)
by Maggie ShayneFrom New York Times bestselling author Maggie Shayne comes the final novel in her thrilling new trilogy, THE PORTALAs an ancient king’s favorite harem slave, Lilia committed the worst of all possible crimes: loving another man. When the king discovered her treason, her lover was sentenced to lose his soul and linger in eternal imprisonment, and Lilia herself was executed alongside her sisters. While they reincarnated through countless lifetimes, she lingered alone between worlds for thousands of years, waiting for the moment to rescue her beloved Demetrius.Now that moment has come. Demetrius has broken free, but without his soul and in the thrall of the same high priest who betrayed them so long ago; he has become a ravaging demon, devoting himself solely to pleasure and power. Somehow Lilia must convince him to reclaim his humanity, to abandon the enemy tempting him to give in to his cruel desires-or her life will be lost alongside his, both of them condemned to eternal damnation, eternal isolation, their love lost one final and irrevocable time.
Blood of the Sun
by Mara LeeGoddess of Light. Aega Helios has been cast out of Olympus and banished to Earth. Forced to live a human lifespan on the mortal plane, she is about to receive a very strange request from a very beguiling Goddess.Night Stalker. Ditheous, Pack Master of Triex, is having a very bad death. His rule is being questioned, his Lieutenant has gone missing ... and now he has to deal with one very beautiful, very mysterious woman.What happens when the Goddess of Light meets one who has been cursed to walk eternally in darkness?
Blood of the Vines
by Ann CoryShe really should keep her mind on business. As an ex-vampire, she's the perfect one to investigate strange happenings within the vampire world, and right now she's supposed to be investigating the trail of bodies left behind by a rogue band of vampires. If she could keep her mind on business, rather than the perfect body of sexy bartender Garrett Reynolds, she just might live long enough to have her way with him.Once a vampire, now a vampire hunter, Regan Fellows walks a fine line with her reputation. Unable to afford her favorite Italian leather outfits, she takes any job she's offered. When the owner of The Vines, a popular nightclub, asks her to investigate strange occurrences within her establishment, her investigation takes a disturbing turn. As Regan explores the labyrinth of rooms within The Vines, she discovers blood-filled carboys, discarded bodies, and shadows that follow her every move. But they aren't the only problems.Sexy bartender, Garrett Reynolds is a bona-fide distraction, and flawless at the art of breaking down her resistance. Even in the midst of tracking a ruthless horde of vampires, Regan can't deny him. And that attraction puts her in more danger than any job she ever accepted.
Blood of the Wicked (Dark Mission #1)
by Karina CooperWhen the world went straight to hell, humanity needed a scapegoat to judge, to blame . . . to burn. As an independent witch living off the grid, Jessie Leigh has spent her life running, trying to blend in among the faceless drudges in the rebuilt city. She thought she was finally safe, but now she's been found in a New Seattle strip club-by a hard-eyed man on a mission to destroy her kind. A soldier of the Holy Order, Silas Smith believes in the cause: trawling the fringes of society for the murderous witches who threaten what's left of the world. Forced into a twisting web of half-truths and lies, he has to stay close to the most sensuous and electrifying woman he has ever seen and manipulate her into leading him to the witch he has to kill: her brother. Silas doesn't know that Jessie's his enemy, only that he wants her, needs her, even as he lies to her . . . and must protect her until his final breath.
Blood on Black Bayou: A Cozy Gothic Murder Mystery (The Swamp Slayings)
by Carla CassidyRevisit this cozy murder mystery, previously published as Wetlands Investigation, by New York Times bestselling author Carla Cassidy.Investigator Nick Cain and his partner Officer Sarah Beauregard share a mission: stopping the killer that has been stalking the Black Bayou swamps. As they move forward with the investigation for the murder of four women and uncover the dark secrets of this town, their abilities are put to the test when the killer targets Sarah and they are faced with the danger of the growing feelings for each other.For fans of thrillers with: New Orleans Bayou Murder mysteries Psychological thrillersThe Swamp Slayings: Return to Black Bayou Found in Black Bayou Blood on Black Bayou
Blood on Copperhead Trail (Bitterwood P.D. #4)
by Paula GravesTwo headstrong detectives must put aside their differences—and mutual attraction—in award-winning author Paula Graves’s Blood on Copperhead Trail.Bitterwood’s new department chief, Doyle Massey, had a lot to prove to investigator Laney Harvey. Her take-no-prisoners attitude and his devil-may-care personality were destined to clash. Yet when three girls go missing in the Smokies, including Laney’s sister, their priorities have to change. With lives in the balance, the two suddenly find themselves on the same side against a ticking clock.Their biggest obstacles? The weather and one snow-covered mountain. Not to mention an attraction that’s proving difficult to ignore. It isn’t the time for creating any kind of lasting relationship. But with danger lurking around every jagged turn, taking such a chance might be a case of now or never.Bitterwood P.D. seriesMurder in the Smokies (#1)The Smoky Mountain Mist (#2)Smoky Ridge Curse (#3)Blood on Copperhead Trail (#4)The Secret of Cherokee Cove (#5)The Legend of Smuggler’s Cave (#6)
Blood on My Hands
by R. W. ClingerBecause he's a vampire, Jonathon Splinter needs to feed, hungry for blood. He seeks out young men along Lake Erie in the small town of Bitter. As Halloween approaches, Jonathon devises a plan for his next hunt with the help of his mortal lover and personal assistant, Toby Kinks.Life grows bitter for Jonathon, though. Someone discovered his true identity and witnessed one of his bloody hunts where he not only fed but also murdered the man. Now Jonathon is being blackmailed.With Toby’s help, Jonathon seeks out the blackmailer, and the two devise a plan in which Jonathon will hunt and feed on the man. But on the evening of the planned murder, Jonathon Splinter's bloody life will change forever.
Blood on Silk
by Marie TreanorThe debut of a seductive new contemporary series of vampires, lust, and revenge. While in Romania researching historical superstitions, Scottish academic Elizabeth Silk comes upon the folk tale of Saloman, a seductive prince staked centuries ago, legend's most powerful vampire. Now, in the ruins of a castle crypt, Elizabeth discovers supernatural legends that have come alive. Her blood has awakened him. Her innocence has aroused him. But Elizabeth unleashes more than Saloman's hunger, and it's going to unite them in ways neither could have imagined.
Blood on the Bakery Floor
by Mari Hegger Andrew CreelmanIt was just another normal day in the perfect life of Peter Conell. That was, until a desperate man seeking revenge unexpectedly walked into his life...with a gun. “Either I will kill you, or you will kill me,”
Blood on the Bayou
by Stacey JayThe second book in a new urban fantasy series featuring mosquito-sized fairies with poisonous bites that drive humans insane.
Blood on the Mountain (The Mountains)
by P. D. SingerThe Mountains: Book FourJake Landon thinks a second ranger season in the Colorado Rockies with Kurt Carlson is close enough to heaven, and a national forest is big enough to be his closet. Pharmacy school--and the luxuries of electricity and running water--can wait, maybe forever, as long as Jake doesn't have to come out. He doesn't plan on Kurt's vision of his future being as narrow and direct as the single track roads through the trees. "Your future, your fear, and me," Kurt tells Jake. "You can have two of the three, so choose wisely." Jake may have no choices left after they stumble on armed men guarding a beautiful but deadly crop that doesn't belong among the pines and spruces. Angry men with guns are only one danger in the Colorado wilderness, and Jake's reluctance to come out is now his smallest problem. Kurt's skills and Jake's silver tongue may not be enough to get them out of this mess--how much of the blood shed on the mountain will be theirs?
Blood-Kissed Sky
by J. A. LondonThere's nowhere left to hide. Ithought vampires were our enemies--they controlled our lives, isolated our cities, and demanded our blood--until I met Victor. With Victor taking over as the new Lord Valentine, things were supposed to get better. Instead, they're worse than ever. Day Walkers, a new breed of vampires who can walk in the sun, are terrorizing the city. Blood supplies are low, and if Victor's vampires don't get enough, they will become infected with the Thirst--a disease that will turn them into mindless killers. To stop it, I must journey across the desolate wasteland to the very place where the sickness began. I can only hope that the answers that await me are enough to save us all . . . before it's too late.
Blood: Dark Riders MC 3
by Elsa DayLe temps des décisions est enfin arrivé. Le sang est-il plus épais que l'eau? Ou est-ce que l'amour va tout conquérir? Nadia savait que tomber amoureux de Slayer, le sexy et dangereux sergent d'armes d'un club de motards rival, serait difficile. Elle ne réalisait tout simplement pas à quel point. Palmer lui a montré qu'il y a de la vie en dehors de son petit club, mais les forces convergent pour la voler. Nadia ne laissera pas cela arriver. Maintenant qu'elle a goûté à la liberté, elle n'a plus peur de travailler pour la garder. Slayer est prêt à risquer sa vie pour Nadia, et il l'a déjà fait. Même à la frontière de la vie et de la mort, ce sergent robuste n'a que Nadia en tête. Slayer n'arrêtera pas de se battre jusqu'à ce qu'il sauve sa femme et termine sa mission. Même si cela signifie payer le coût ultime. Slayer et Nadia auront-ils enfin leur bonheur pour toujours? Ou le bonheur pour lequel ils ont travaillé si dur sera-t-il abattu avant d'avoir une chance de grandir?
Blood: The definitive dark fantasy romance retelling of Rumpelstiltskin from the Sunday Times bestselling author of global sensation Behind Her Eyes (Tales from the Kingdoms #5)
by Sarah PinboroughFIVE FAIRYTALES. NINE KINGDOMS. ONE PRINCE.'This is not your Disney fairy tale. It is much, much better' WILDER'S BOOK REVIEW'Brilliantly subverts the classic fairy tale' ONE CHAPTER MORE'Loads of fun . . . Exposes the patriarchal, oppressive fairytale world order which we take for granted in the old yarns' THE INDEPENDENTImagine a promise broken long ago, a vengeful father, a vicious curse and a mountain ruled by dragons . . .And then imagine them all again . . .This is the tale of Rumpelstiltskin, retold as it always should have been.Blood is the fifth instalment in this British Fantasy Award-winning world teeming with lovers, dragons, witches, and werewolves by Number 1 Sunday Times bestseller Sarah Pinborough.Newly revised, rejacketed, and relaunched with a brand-new prequel and sequel, the Tales from the Kingdoms series is your next dark fantasy romance obsession.__________________Step into the Tales from the Kingdoms series:Book 1: MAGICBook 2: BEAUTYBook 3: POISONBook 4: CHARMBook 5: BLOOD__________________PRAISE FOR SARAH PINBOROUGH:'Bloody brilliant' STEPHEN KING'An absolute dream' RICHARD OSMAN'A twisted genius' LISA JEWELL'Queen of WTF' RUTH WARE'An absolute must-read' JOE HILL'A dark, electrifying page-turner' HARLAN COBEN'The queen of twisty reads' HARRIET TYCE'Everyone will be talking about this book' STYLIST'Expertly plotted' SUNDAY TIMES'One of the best endings to a book' PRIMA'The very definition of a page-turner' SUN
Blood: The definitive dark fantasy romance retelling of Rumpelstiltskin from the Sunday Times bestselling author of global sensation Behind Her Eyes (Tales from the Kingdoms #5)
by Sarah PinboroughFIVE FAIRYTALES. NINE KINGDOMS. ONE PRINCE.'This is not your Disney fairy tale. It is much, much better' WILDER'S BOOK REVIEW'Brilliantly subverts the classic fairy tale' ONE CHAPTER MORE'Loads of fun . . . Exposes the patriarchal, oppressive fairytale world order which we take for granted in the old yarns' THE INDEPENDENTImagine a promise broken long ago, a vengeful father, a vicious curse and a mountain ruled by dragons . . .And then imagine them all again . . .This is the tale of Rumpelstiltskin, retold as it always should have been.Blood is the fifth instalment in this British Fantasy Award-winning world teeming with lovers, dragons, witches, and werewolves by Number 1 Sunday Times bestseller Sarah Pinborough.Newly revised, rejacketed, and relaunched with a brand-new prequel and sequel, the Tales from the Kingdoms series is your next dark fantasy romance obsession.__________________Step into the Tales from the Kingdoms series:Book 1: MAGICBook 2: BEAUTYBook 3: POISONBook 4: CHARMBook 5: BLOOD__________________PRAISE FOR SARAH PINBOROUGH:'Bloody brilliant' STEPHEN KING'An absolute dream' RICHARD OSMAN'A twisted genius' LISA JEWELL'Queen of WTF' RUTH WARE'An absolute must-read' JOE HILL'A dark, electrifying page-turner' HARLAN COBEN'The queen of twisty reads' HARRIET TYCE'Everyone will be talking about this book' STYLIST'Expertly plotted' SUNDAY TIMES'One of the best endings to a book' PRIMA'The very definition of a page-turner' SUN
Bloodbound: A Bloodbound Novel (Bloodbound #1)
by Erin LindseyThe Kingdom of Alden is under attack from neighboring Oridia and every citizen must rise to defend it, including Lady Alix Black. Although Alix’s family is known for being bold, the noblewoman-turned-scout surprises everyone when she saves King Erik’s life during a brutal battle. But as Erik fights to protect Alden, his brother plots to steal it, with the help of Alden’s greatest enemy, the Priest.An Oridian lord and powerful witch, the Priest keeps Oridia’s soldiers equipped with bloodforged weapons, and is rumoured to command darker magicks besides. It is said the Oridian army never loses a battle when the Priest rides with them, and now he’s been spied on the battlefield itself, just as Alix is thrust to the front lines.Newly promoted to Captain and personal bodyguard to the king, Alix finds herself dangerously unprepared for the task at hand. To make matters worse, she’s been separated from her comrades, including Liam, her most trusted confidant – and maybe something more. Torn between her duty and her heart, Alix must rely on her instincts as she grapples with political intrigue, fierce battles, and unspeakable evil in order to protect her king and save her country.Praise for the Bloodbound series“Lindsey’s mostly balanced mix of romance and heroic fantasy will [capture] readers’ hearts.” —Publishers Weekly“Contains all the best of romance, warfare, magic and political scheming; all glued together by a cast of warm and wonderful characters.” —Tor.com“Lindsey’s fabulous, descriptive storytelling, coupled with high-stakes conflict and distinctive characters, is guaranteed to draw readers in from the first page. … A stellar fantasy!” —RT Book Reviews“Strong romantic elements and a dash of humor enliven Erin Lindsey’s fantasy debut set in a kingdom besieged by dark forces and torn apart by betrayal.” —Jacqueline Carey, New York Times bestselling author“Puts the hero back into heroic fantasy.” —Tanya Huff, bestselling author
Bloodbound: The Complete Series (Bloodbound)
by Erin LindseyErin Lindsay’s Bloodbound trilogy is now available in a single omnibus edition.“The trilogy is exciting from start to finish: it starts with a desperate charge into a battle and never loses its momentum. The story contains all the best of romance, warfare, magic and political scheming; all glued together by a cast of warm and wonderful characters.” —tor.comBloodboundThe Kingdom of Alden is under attack from neighboring Oridia and every citizen must rise to defend it, including Lady Alix Black. The noblewoman-turned-scout surprises everyone when she saves King Erik’s life during a brutal battle. But as Erik fights to protect Alden, his brother plots to steal it, with the help of Alden’s greatest enemy, the Priest. An Oridian lord and powerful witch, the Priest keeps Oridia’s soldiers equipped with bloodforged weapons, and is rumoured to command darker magicks besides. It is said the Oridian army never loses a battle when the Priest rides with them, and now he’s been spied on the battlefield itself, just as Alix is thrust to the front lines. Newly promoted to Captain and personal bodyguard to the king, Alix finds herself dangerously unprepared for the task at hand.BloodforgedWar offers little respite for the bold, and as King Erik’s bodyguard, Captain Alix Black is no exception. Though recently married to Prince Liam White and finally reunited with her brother Alix’s duty to Erik has never been so important… or so difficult. The Oridian Warlord amasses his forces for invasion. Without aid, the Kingdom of Alden will surely fall, but gaining new allies will mean risking the few Erik already has. Riggard and his men must hold the line at the border, while Liam is sent to Onnan City to secure their fleet of ships, leaving Alix and Erik to the most dangerous task of all: crossing the Broken Mountains to seek an alliance with the Kingdom of Harram, an aloof nation led by a famously prickly king. But even Alix may be no match for the insidious assault Erik’s enemies are preparing to deploy…BloodswornAlix Black’s legendary boldness has landed her in trouble before, but her recent actions are tantamount to treason. By secretly ordering the assassination of the enemy King, Alix inadvertently strengthened the Warlord, last and most ruthless of Oridia’s Trions, giving him free reign to escalate his butchery and prolong the bloody war. Unbeknownst to his court, King Erik has been spellbound by the enemy. Alix hopes to protect her king without sacrificing his crown. But she’d better hurry: in a court crawling with spies, it won’t be long before her treachery is discovered, and then Alix and everyone sheloves will pay the ultimate price. To save the kingdom, Alix must first save her king. The repercussions of Alix’s secret mission have already cost her dearly, and even if she succeeds, she stands to lose her family, her husband, her king…and her soul.