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The Sword of Damascus (Death of Rome Saga Book Four)
by Richard BlakeThe fourth book of the DEATH OF ROME SAGA is a must-read for those who loved the heroism of Gladiator and Spartacus.687 AD.Expansive and triumphant, the Caliphate has stripped Egypt and Syria from the Byzantine Empire. Farther and farther back, the formerly hegemonic Empire has been pushed - once to the very walls of its capital, Constantinople.But what is all this to old Aelric, now in his nineties, and a refugee from the Empire he's spent his life holding together? No longer the Lord Senator Alaric, Brother Aelric is writing his memoirs in the remote wastes of northern England, and waiting patiently for death. Then a band of northern barbarians turn up outside the monastery - and then another. Before he can draw another breath, Aelric is a prisoner of unknown forces, and headed straight back into the snake pit of Mediterranean hatreds. What awaits him at the end of his long and dangerous journey is a confrontation that decides the fate of all mankind.
Sword of Darkness
by Kinley MacgregorThe new king of Camelot wears no shining armor: Arthur and his knights have fallen and a new king rules.In the darkest forest...A scared, forsaken youth has become the most powerful--and feared--man in the world. Ruthless and unrestrained, Kerrigan has long ceased to be human.In the heart of London...A spirited peasant mired in drudgery, Seren dreams of becoming her own woman, but never expects that by fleeing her fate, she will meet her destiny.Their worlds are forever changed...Kerrigan's goal is simple: barter or kill Seren to claim Arthur's Round Table. Yet she is the one person who holds no fear of him. More than that, her nobility sparks something foreign inside him. In his nether realm, kindness is weakness and a king who harbors any sort of compassion loses his throne.For countless centuries, Kerrigan has lived alone in the shadows. Now Seren's courage has forced him into the light that will bring either salvation to both of them...or death.
Sword of Rome
by Constance O'BanyonIn the second of an epic new series set in Egypt during the sumptuous reign of Cleopatra, a lovely Egyptian spy loses her heart to a powerful Roman lord, but dares not reveal that she is not the slave she pretends to be. Follows Lord of the Nile, but can stand alone. Some descriptions of sex.
Sword Song (The Isle of Destiny)
by Tricia O'MalleyFrom New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, Tricia O'Malley, comes a captivating romance series set on the rocky shores of Ireland. <p><p> Sasha Flanagan lives her life by the sword – quite literally. As a collector and dealer of antique blades and an expert swordswoman, she’s spent much of her life single-mindedly pursuing her goal to own one of the most elite weaponry galleries in the world. <p> Murdering fae popping out of dark alleys are certainly not part of her carefully designed life plans. <p> Sasha quickly finds herself drawn into a centuries-old curse – in which, to her surprise – she holds the leading role. Tasked with finding a mythological sword while accompanied by a rag-tag band of magickal beings shakes her understanding of the world as she knows it. The added distraction of a devastatingly handsome protector, Declan, is the last thing Sasha wants or needs. <p> Declan has shadowed Sasha since they were both but wee children. He has grown up with her – silently watching her every move – his heart aching when hers ached and his pride swelling at her accomplishments. Whether Sasha wants his help or not, Declan will die before he sees her harmed. As the clock runs out on their quest, Sasha isn’t sure which is in greater danger: her heart or her life.
Sword Song (The Isle of Destiny)
by Tricia O'MalleyFrom New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, Tricia O'Malley, comes a captivating romance series set on the rocky shores of Ireland. <p><p> Sasha Flanagan lives her life by the sword – quite literally. As a collector and dealer of antique blades and an expert swordswoman, she’s spent much of her life single-mindedly pursuing her goal to own one of the most elite weaponry galleries in the world. <p> Murdering fae popping out of dark alleys are certainly not part of her carefully designed life plans. <p> Sasha quickly finds herself drawn into a centuries-old curse – in which, to her surprise – she holds the leading role. Tasked with finding a mythological sword while accompanied by a rag-tag band of magickal beings shakes her understanding of the world as she knows it. The added distraction of a devastatingly handsome protector, Declan, is the last thing Sasha wants or needs. <p> Declan has shadowed Sasha since they were both but wee children. He has grown up with her – silently watching her every move – his heart aching when hers ached and his pride swelling at her accomplishments. Whether Sasha wants his help or not, Declan will die before he sees her harmed. As the clock runs out on their quest, Sasha isn’t sure which is in greater danger: her heart or her life.
Sword Spirit: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by LeoShe had been born from a mysterious sword, but she didn't remember anything about the past. While she was lost in her thoughts, a man brought her home to be married off …
Sword Spirit: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by LeoShe had been born from a mysterious sword, but she didn't remember anything about the past. While she was lost in her thoughts, a man brought her home to be married off …
Sword Spirit: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by LeoShe had been born from a mysterious sword, but she didn't remember anything about the past. While she was lost in her thoughts, a man brought her home to be married off …
Sword Spirit: Volume 4 (Volume 4 #4)
by LeoShe had been born from a mysterious sword, but she didn't remember anything about the past. While she was lost in her thoughts, a man brought her home to be married off …
The Sword That Spoke
by Robert T. Jeschonek Ben BaldwinOnce upon a time, the sword Tizona helps the warrior knight El Cid cut a swath through the Moors invading Spain. But El Cid doesn't know the great sword's secret: that it has a mind of its own and talks only to his beautiful wife, Jimena. Together, Tizona and Jimena help El Cid wage his battles, until a demon of war takes possession of his body and soul. When woman and blade unite, can they free the legendary hero from the demon's wicked clutches? Or will the shadow of the horrors of war overcome all of them? Perhaps, in the sword's cryptic prophecy, lies a secret that will turn the tables of history, love, and death. Don't miss this edgy, exciting, and surprising fantasy tale by award-winning storyteller Robert T. Jeschonek, a master of unique and unexpected fantasy that really packs a punch.
A Sword Upon the Rose
by Brenda JoyceNew York Times bestselling author Brenda Joyce takes you back to the Highlands, where the battle for land, liberty and love rages on... A bastard daughter, Alana was cast away at birth and forgotten by her mighty Comyn family. Raised in solitude by her grandmother, she has remained at a safe distance from the war raging through Scotland. But when a battle comes close to home and she finds herself compelled to save an enemy warrior from death, her own life is thrown into danger. Iain of Islay's allegiance is to the formidable Robert Bruce. His beautiful rescuer captures both his attention and his desire, but Alana must keep her identity a secret even as she is swept up into a wild and forbidden affair. But as Bruce's army begins the final destruction of the earldom, Alana must decide between the family whose acceptance she's always sought, or the man she so wrongly loves.
Swordcrossed
by Freya MarskeHigh heat. Low stakes. Sharp steel.The cozy, low stakes of Legends & Lattes meets the scorching bodyguard fantasy of Jennifer L. Armentrout's From Blood and Ash in this enemies-to-lovers romance where, yes, the swords do cross.A LitHub most anticipated book of 2024Mattinesh Jay, dutiful heir to his struggling family business, needs to hire an experienced swordsman to serve as best man for his arranged marriage. Sword-challenge at the ceremony could destroy all hope of restoring his family's wealth, something that Matti has been trying—and failing—to do for the past ten years.What he can afford, unfortunately, is part-time con artist and full-time charming menace Luca Piere.Luca, for his part, is trying to reinvent himself in a new city. All he wants to do is make some easy money and try to forget the crime he committed in his hometown. He didn't plan on being blackmailed into giving sword lessons to a chronically responsible—and inconveniently handsome—wool merchant like Matti.However, neither Matti's business troubles nor Luca himself are quite what they seem. As the days count down to Matti's wedding, the two of them become entangled in the intrigue and sabotage that have brought Matti's house to the brink of ruin. And when Luca's secrets threaten to drive a blade through their growing alliance, both Matti and Luca will have to answer the question: how many lies are you prepared to strip away, when the truth could mean losing everything you want?"There's nothing in fantasy or queer romance that Marske can't do."—Sarah Rees BrennanAt the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Swordfall (The Fall Trilogy #2)
by Kate PavelleSequel to BreakfallThe Fall Trilogy: Book TwoOn Christmas break in Denmark to meet Asbjorn's family, Sean almost dares to relax again--until the news of Frank Pettel's sensational jailbreak hits the web. Sean played bait to put the serial sex offender behind bars, and now Sean feels the target reappear between his shoulder blades. He could keep hiding away in Europe, but college won't wait, and Sean was never the one to take the coward's way out. Using his military and martial arts experience, Asbjorn assesses the major failure of the justice system that led to Pettel's escape. Yet removing one problem introduces another: Asbjorn has never dealt with his own post-traumatic stress. As he goes hunting for the man who is a direct threat to his loved one, his grasp on reality slips. Watching Asbjorn's change, Sean's confidence erodes. To further complicate things, Asbjorn's deadly silence creates secrets that test the bond of trust that binds them. An older, wiser voice helps them understand that behind the bloodstained veil of secrecy, there is space enough for love.
Swordheart
by T. Kingfisher'Absolutely delightful and full of charm and truth' Naomi Novik, on ThornhedgeHalla is a housekeeper who has suddenly inherited her great-uncle's estate... and, unfortunately, his relatives. Sarkis is an immortal swordsman trapped in a prison of enchanted steel. When Halla draws the sword that imprisons him, Sarkis finds himself attempting to defend his new wielder against everything from bandits and roving inquisitors to her own in-laws... and the sword itself may prove to be the greatest threat of all...Praise for T. Kingfisher:'T. Kingfisher solidifies her place as natural and inevitable heir to the greats of her genre, while remaining clearly and unquestionably a unique voice in fantasy' Seanan McGuire'Exciting, deeply wise, sad, brutal and compassionate all at once. And beautifully written, with a plot as cunning as fine embroidery' Catriona Ward'Creepy, funny, heartfelt, and full of fantastic characters I absolutely loved' Melissa Caruso, author of The Tethered Mage"Nettle & Bone brings Kingfisher's signature honesty and authenticity to a fairy tale setting the result is refreshing, earnest but not naive, and deeply satisfying. I devoured it. This is one that's going to stay with me for a long time' Sarah Gailey, author of Magic for Liars'A delight throughout' Louisa Morgan, author of A Secret History of Witches'T. Kingfisher uses the bones of fairy tale to create something entirely her own, written in gloriously clear and transparent prose' Emily Tesh, author of Some Desperate Glory'Funny, frightening, and full of heart; I loved it' Alix E. Harrow, author of The Ten Thousand Doors of January'Charming and macabre, often both at the same time' A. K. Larkwood, author of The Unspoken Name
Swordheart
by T. KingfisherThe delicious bodyguard romance of From Blood and Ash meets the delightful charm of The Princess Bride in this cozy fantasy romance from New York Times bestselling author T. Kingfisher. <P><P>Halla has unexpectedly inherited the estate of the wealthy distant uncle she's been caring for for the past decade. Unfortunately, she is also saddled with money-hungry relatives full of devious plans for how to wrest the inheritance away from her.While hiding in her bedroom to escape her family, Halla inspects the ancient sword that's been collecting dust on the wall since before she moved in. On a whim, she pulls it down and unsheaths it—and suddenly a man appears in her bedroom. His name is Sarkis, he tells her, and he is an immortal warrior trapped in a prison of enchanted steel.Sarkis is sworn to protect whoever wields the sword, and for Halla—a most unusual wielder—he finds himself not fending off grand armies and deadly assassins but instead everything from kindly-seeming bandits to roving inquisitors to her own in-laws. But as Halla and Sarkis become closer, they overlook the biggest threat of all—the sword itself. <P><P>At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied. <p> <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
Swordplay (Jeff Woods Mysteries)
by Chris T. KatSequel to SacrificesA Jeff Woods MysteryAfter leaving his dream job as an Atlantic City detective, Jeff Woods has moved to Washington DC with his life partner, Alex Fisher, and Alex's disabled little brother Sean. Parker Trenkins, Jeff's ex-partner on the force, has made the move as well, along with his significant other David. Jeff and Parker partner up once again, but in a new way, as owners of their own detective agency. Life is difficult at the best of times. Sean loses sight in one of his eyes, a direct result of being pushed into the Atlantic by a homicidal maniac a year ago. In his struggle to deal with everything, a restless Alex enrolls in tai chi classes at a nearby school. As it happens, a murder case Jeff and Parker take involves the head of that very tai chi school, Charles Cooper. Cooper is a suspect in the murder of a financial corporation official. He appears to have motive. Jeff and Parker's investigation arouses the real killer's interest, and if they don't uncover his identity soon, it may be too late for them.
Sword's Call: King's Riders Book One (The King's Riders #1)
by C. A. SzarekBook one in the Fantasy Romance series, The King's Riders! For generations, the Ryhans, ruling family of the Province of Greenwald, have been keepers of a sword rumored to possess enough magic to defeat kings. Lord Varthan, a former archduke and betrayer of the king, covets the sword and invades Greenwald. Lady Ceralda Ryhan, daughter of the murdered duke, gains the sword and flees, trusting only her white wolf, Trikser-magically bonded to her. Cera needs nothing more to aid in her fight. Jorrin Aldern, half elfin and half human, left his home in the mountains of Aramour to find his human father who disappeared twenty turns before, but finds Cera with Varthan and his shades on her tail instead. His dual heritage and empathic magic will tempt Cera in ways she never thought she'd desire. But can he convince her trust and love can pave the path to redemption-or will the epic battle end in tragedy, and evil conquer them all?
Swordspoint
by Ellen KushnerOn the treacherous streets of Riverside, a man lives and dies by the sword. Even the nobles on the Hill turn to duels to settle their disputes. Within this elite, dangerous world, Richard St Vier is the undisputed master, as skilled as he is ruthless- until a death by the sword is met with outrage instead a of awe, and the city discovers that the line between hero and villain can be altered in the blink of an eye . . .
Sworn to Love (Hot Cops)
by Karin TabkeFrom national bestselling author Karin Tabke comes the fifth installment in her sizzling Hot Cops series, featuring a mind-blowingly sexy cop who meets his match.Sometimes going after the bad guy you find the good girl...When DEA agent Mateo Juarez is given the mission to infiltrate the Dumas drug cartel's compound and erase the entire organization, he doesn't count on falling for Sophia, the head honcho's daughter...
Sworn to Protect
by Jo DavisFrom the author of the Firefighters of Station Five novels. . . Sugarland loves their men in blue, especially Detective Shane Ford. But Shane’s mission to protect and to serve has just gotten personal. . . . Detective Shane Ford, Sugarland’s favorite cop, has been blindsided by the sudden death of his best friend, NFL star Brad Cooper, and by becoming the legal guardian of Brad’s son, Drew-a bitter, angry sixteen-year-old with a dangerous secret. Shane is determined to pry the truth from Drew, but he manages only to alienate him-and winds up going head-to-head with Juvenile Officer Daisy Callahan, whose job is to protect the teen’s best interests. Shane has always been drawn to Daisy’s beauty and strength, but he’s determined not to allow their intense attraction to interfere with his duty ever again. It’s a vow that will prove difficult to keep, as the realities of Shane and Daisy’s blossoming love and their growing bond with the grieving teen propel Shane headlong into danger for the new family he has sworn to protect. .
Sworn to Protect (Rescue Ops #1)
by Diana Gardin"A sensual, action-filled page-turner that evokes waves of emotion....The sexual tension is thick enough to stop bullets." --Publishers Weekly, Starred ReviewTo keep her safe, he'll have to uncover all her secrets...Rayne Alexander. A face I never thought I'd see again, and one I never could forget. Nine years ago, she left town--and me--without a backward glance. But now she's back, with a haunted look in her eyes and a feisty attitude that didn't exist when we were teenagers. Seeing this grown-up--and sexy--Rayne is something I wasn't prepared for... and it's bringing up feelings I'd thought I'd buried years ago.Although I want to demand answers from Rayne, working on black ops at Night Eagle Security has taught me that it's sometimes better to keep my mouth shut. So when I catch her hiding a photo of a little boy, I'm curious. When I see her jump as her phone rings, I'm concerned. But the second I notice a car following her home, I know she's hiding something. Something dangerous. And while I may not know why she left or why she's back, if there's someone out there Rayne is afraid of, I'll make damn sure that threat is eliminated.The Rescue Ops series: Sworn to ProtectPromise to DefendMine to Save
Sworn to Protect: True Blue K-9 Unit (True Blue K-9 Unit #9)
by Shirlee McCoyMission: Keeping Baby Safe The exciting True Blue K-9 Unit series conclusionHer husband’s murderer has his sights set on Katie Jameson. With the killer on the loose again, she’ll have to trust K-9 officer Tony Knight to protect her and her baby from the stalker who will stop at nothing to get his way. It will take all of Tony’s and his furry partner’s skills to find the killer before it’s too late.
Sworn to Protect
by Kimberly Van MeterIris Beaudoin has always been a pain in Sundance Jonson's side. But recently, she's become a sweet ache in his heart. He only wishes he realized his feelings sooner. Before she was attacked and left for dead. Before she became a victim, a survivor. As the lone tribal police officer, Sundance knows it's his job to protect his people. But with Iris, it's personal. When Iris is threatened again, the hunter becomes the hunted. Sundance can't let a monster destroy Iris. He won't stop until he finds the assailant and arrests him. Or puts him in the ground....
Sworn to Protect: A Sugarland Blue Novel (Sugarland Blue #1)
by Jo DavisThe passionate and explosive first novel in Jo Davis's breathtaking new series, SUGARLAND BLUE.Detective Shane Ford, Sugarland's favourite cop, has been blindsided by the sudden death of his best friend NFL star Brad Cooper, and by becoming the legal guardian of Brad's son Dylan - a bitter, angry sixteen-year-old with a dangerous secret. Shane is determined to pry the truth from Dylan, but manages only to alienate him - and winds up going head-to-head with Juvenile Officer Daisy Callahan, whose job is to protect the teen's best interests.Shane has always been drawn to Daisy's beauty and strength, but he's determined not to allow their intense attraction to interfere with his duty ever again. It's a vow that will prove difficult to keep, as the realities of Shane and Daisy's blossoming love and their growing bond with the grieving teen propel Shane headlong into danger for the new family he has sworn to protect.Don't miss Jo Davis's paranormal romance alter-ego J. D. Tyler, and her dark, sexy Alpha Pack series.
Sworn to Silence
by Vickie YorkSHE HAD SAVED THE LIFE OF A STRANGER...When intelligence officer Erin Meyer saw a coded message she thought referred to a stranger's impending assassination, she had no choice but to grab her pocketbook and show at the deadly rendezvous. Arriving just in the nick of time, Erin saved the life of blue-eyed, sweet-talking rogue Dan Donovan. She was sure she'd never met the sexy stranger, but it soon become apparent that Dan had some very mysterious connection to Erin's life. But Dan was sworn to silence. And there was only one thing he wasn't keeping a secret-his intense devotion to Erin. LAWMAN-There's nothing sexier than the strong arms of the law!