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Keeper of the Hearth
by Claire LockeHidden from view but ever-vigilant, Koth, the Keeper of the Hearth, is tasked with protecting the children of the house from the evil creatures that lurk within the chimney stack. Aided by his best friend, Rhyming Sid, a mischievous and agile Rath Dragon who communicates solely in rhyme, Koth works tirelessly to keep the home safe. On most days, the friends contentedly munch on bark and playfully chase the relatively harmless Monsoots and Mortar Mice that inhabit the chimney. However, when peculiar sounds emanate from the top of the chimney, Koth and Rhyming Sid make a startling discovery: a Skillius has taken up residence in the loft. Concerned for the well-being of the children and their own safety, Koth and Rhyming Sid set out on a perilous quest that will put their courage and wit to the test as they devise a plan to banish the malevolent Skillius from the house. But as they soon learn, even the best-laid plans can go awry, leading to explosive confrontations with their feathered adversary.
Keeper of the Keys (Cycle of Fire Trilogy #2)
by Janny WurtsFrom the back cover: Enter a World of Magic and Fantasy with Janny Wurts THE CYCLE OF FIRE TRILOGY Where Demons Seek Conquests, Human Defenders Work Perilous Magic Stormwarden: Three flawed children all possess extraordinary talents. In need of their help is the Stormwarden, last Vaeretrained sorcerer, condemned now, and trapped in a desperate quandary. Primed to exploit are the demons, bent on total conquest. Keeper of the Keys: The Stormwarden, Anskiere, is entombed in white ice, and Ivainson Jaric is alone with a choice. He must defeat fear and challenge the fate that drove his father to madness. Or watch demons overrun the borders of Keithland and achieve their final conquest. Shadowfane: With Jaric embroiled in a life and death struggle to master his inherited powers, Taen Dreamweaver stands alone. She must find a way to assist his survival, or risk the Stormwarden to eternal imprisonment. Should she and Jaric succeed, mankind will regain the stars. Should they fail, Scait, Demon Lord of Shadowfane will enslave human talent and destroy the last free outpost of humanity.
Keeper of the Keys (The Cycle of Fire #2)
by Janny WurtsSecond in the SF/fantasy trilogy by the author of Stormwarden: &“Reminiscent of Andre Norton&’s Witch World . . . Wurts writes with creativity and passion.&” —Fantasy Literature With Kiethland restored to precarious peace, Taen Dreamweaver and Jaric, the sole heir to Ivain Firelord, have thwarted the demons&’ initial bid to exterminate humanity. But the threat remains in the precarious charge of the Stormfalcon&’s feather and the Keys to Elrinfaer that imprison the ravenous Mharg. Both must be restored to Anskiere, still trapped in his prison of ice. His release will depend upon Jaric&’s mastery of the Cycle of Fire, the sorcerous challenge that drove his father to madness. Both Taen and Jaric must prevail against Taen&’s brother, Emien, fallen to demons and overridden by alien desires that ravage his spirit. With Emien the perfect pawn shaped for Kiethland&’s downfall, his overlords feed his insatiable hatred with power for one purpose only: to hunt down and slay the Firelord&’s heir and the sister whose gentler talent defends him. Praise for Janny Wurts &“With each new book it becomes more and more obvious how important Janny Wurts is to contemporary fantasy.&” —Guy Gavriel Kay &“A gifted creator of wonders.&” —Raymond E. Feist &“Janny Wurts brings an artist&’s eye for detail and mood to the field of fantasy writing.&” —Robert Lynn Asprin &“A great natural storyteller.&” —L. Sprague de Camp
Keeper of the Lost Cities Collection: Keeper of the Lost Cities, Exile and Everblaze (Keeper of the Lost Cities)
by Shannon MessengerJump into the epic world of the Lost Cities with this exclusive bundle of the first THREE books in Shannon Messenger's bestselling series! In the electrifying Keeper of the Lost Cities, twelve-year-old Sophie Foster, who has the power to read minds, is forced to leave behind everything she knows and start a new life in the magical world of the Lost Cities, full of other people with incredible powers. Exile sees Sophie settling in to her new life in the Lost Cities – but danger is still afoot. Sophie must risk everything to find the answers to questions that could save not only her life, but the life of someone close to her . . . The nail-biting third book in the series, Everblaze, follows Sophie and her friends as they uncover shocking secrets and face treacherous new enemies . . .Also in the Keeper of the Lost Cities series:Neverseen Lodestar Nightfall Flashback Legacy
Keeper of the Lost Cities Illustrated & Annotated Edition: Book One (Keeper of the Lost Cities)
by Shannon MessengerA New York Times bestselling series A USA TODAY bestselling series A California Young Reader Medal–winning series In this riveting series opener, a telepathic girl must figure out why she is the key to her brand-new world before the wrong person finds the answer first. This special edition contains beautiful black-and-white illustrations and commentary from Shannon Messenger!Twelve-year-old Sophie has never quite fit into her life. She&’s skipped multiple grades and doesn&’t really connect with the older kids at school, but she&’s not comfortable with her family, either. The reason? Sophie&’s a Telepath, someone who can read minds. No one knows her secret—at least, that&’s what she thinks… But the day Sophie meets Fitz, a mysterious (and adorable) boy, she learns she&’s not alone. He&’s a Telepath too, and it turns out the reason she has never felt at home is that, well…she isn&’t. Fitz opens Sophie&’s eyes to a shocking truth, and she is forced to leave behind her family for a new life in a place that is vastly different from what she has ever known. But Sophie still has secrets, and they&’re buried deep in her memory for good reason: The answers are dangerous and in high-demand. What is her true identity, and why was she hidden among humans? The truth could mean life or death—and time is running out.
Keeper of the Lost Cities: Exile; Everblaze; Neverseen; Lodestar (Keeper of the Lost Cities #1)
by Shannon MessengerA New York Times bestselling series A USA TODAY bestselling series A California Young Reader Medal–winning series In this riveting series opener, a telepathic girl must figure out why she is the key to her brand-new world before the wrong person finds the answer first.Twelve-year-old Sophie has never quite fit into her life. She’s skipped multiple grades and doesn’t really connect with the older kids at school, but she’s not comfortable with her family, either. The reason? Sophie’s a Telepath, someone who can read minds. No one knows her secret—at least, that’s what she thinks… But the day Sophie meets Fitz, a mysterious (and adorable) boy, she learns she’s not alone. He’s a Telepath too, and it turns out the reason she has never felt at home is that, well…she isn’t. Fitz opens Sophie’s eyes to a shocking truth, and she is forced to leave behind her family for a new life in a place that is vastly different from what she has ever known. But Sophie still has secrets, and they’re buried deep in her memory for good reason: The answers are dangerous and in high-demand. What is her true identity, and why was she hidden among humans? The truth could mean life or death—and time is running out.
Keeper of the Moon (Keepers LA #1)
by Harley Jane KozakIn their new Keeper roles, these extraordinary women must balance the fate of the world with their desires...Lust. Elven Keeper Sailor Gryffald's body quivers with it, but is it a symptom of the deadly Scarlet Pathogen coursing through her bloodstream or the proximity of shifter Keeper Declan Wainwright?Sailor and Declan have had an uneasy relationship ever since they met, and now things are about to get a lot more complicated. A killer is stalking Los Angeles, intentionally infecting Elven with the deadly virus, and now Sailor and Declan must work to keep the supernatural peace while bringing the murderer to justice. But, in doing so, these powerful denizens of the Otherworld find themselves straddling a fine line between lust...and love.
Keeper of the Night & the Keepers
by Heather GrahamIn their new Keeper roles, these extraordinary women must balance the fate of the world with their desires...New Keeper Rhiannon Gryffald has her peacekeeping duties cut out for her-because in Hollywood it's hard to tell the actors from the werewolves, bloodsuckers and shape-shifters. Then Rhiannon hears about a string of murders that bear all the hallmarks of a vampire serial killer, and she must confront her greatest challenge yet. Together with Elven detective Brodie McKay, she heads to Laurel Canyon, the epicenter of the danger, where they uncover a plot that may forever alter the face of human-paranormal relations....Don't miss the thrilling romance that started it all. The Keepers is included in this book!
Keeper of the Night (Keepers #3)
by Heather GrahamNew Keeper Rhiannon Gryffald has her peacekeeping duties cut out for her because in Hollywood, it's hard to tell the actors from the werewolves, bloodsuckers and shape-shifters. Then Rhiannon hears about a string of murders that bear all the hallmarks of a vampire serial killer, and she must confront her greatest challenge yet. Together with Elven detective Brodie McKay, they head to Laurel Canyon, epicenter of the danger, where they uncover a plot that may forever alter the face of human-paranormal relations.
Keeper of the Night: A Supernatural Thriller (The Keepers: L.A. #2)
by Heather GrahamCan a Keeper and an Elven detective work together to maintain the peace—and stop a supernatural threat terrorizing Los Angeles? Find out in this sizzling supernatural thriller from New York Times bestselling author Heather Graham.New Keeper Rhiannon Gryffald has her peacekeeping duties cut out for her—because in Hollywood, it&’s hard to tell the actors from the werewolves, bloodsuckers and shape-shifters. And when a string of bodies that bear all the hallmarks of a vampire serial killer leaves a bloody trail, Rhiannon must embark on her first official investigation. Only she&’ll have to team up with an unlikely partner—Elven detective Brodie McKay.To catch the perpetrator, the pair will get closer than expected, forcing them to ignore their growing attraction in order to solve the case. But when Rhiannon and Brodie travel to Laurel Canyon, the epicenter of the danger, they uncover a plot that may forever alter the face of human-paranormal relations…Previously publishedDon't miss the other titles in The Keepers: L.A. series. The Gatekeeper by Heather Graham Keeper of the Moon by Harley Jane Kozak Keeper of the Shadows by Alexandra Sokoloff Keeper of the Dawn by Heather Graham
Keeper of the Realms: Blood and Fire (Keeper of the Realms)
by Marcus AlexanderThe final book in this fun fantasy adventure series, Keeper of the Realms - Lemony Snicket meets The Wizard of Oz!'Keepers have and forever will be charged with the most dangerous tasks'Charlie Keeper went to sleep thinking the battle was over. She should have known better.The mighty dragons, known as the Winged Ones, are trapped outside Bellania. Guarded by the barbaric Stomen they cannot return - leaving the ruthless Lord Bane free to rampage across the mystical realm. Only a lost pendant can free them and only Charlie Keeper can find it. But time is running out and Bane's army of monstrous creations grows more deadly by the day . . . The odds are stacked against Bellania's youngest keeper. Could the next battle be her last?** A contemporary fantasy adventure for 10+ with elements of The Wizard of Oz, Lemony Snicket and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. ** Perfect for fans of Tolkien's The Hobbit and Paul Stewart and Chris Riddell's The Edge Chronicles. ** 'I would rather read Crow's Revenge than Harry Potter!' - Michael B, Year 7About the author:After several incident-filled years of travelling the world Marcus Alexander decided to pack in all serious attempts at reaching maturity and instead embraced the much more suitable world of parchment scribbling for a living. Marcus has a fondness for causing mischief, knows how to run really, really fast when he's in trouble and knows how to duck out of sight when someone points the long, bony finger of blame. Find out more about him and Charlie's adventures at www.keeperoftherealms.comAlso Available:Keeper of the Realms: Crow's Revenge (book 1)Keeper of the Realms: The Dark Army (book 2)
Keeper of the Realms: Crow's Revenge (Keeper of the Realms)
by Marcus AlexanderBook one in this new fantasy adventure series, Keeper of the Realms.'I've just had a flesh-eating giant tearing around my house and now I'm in this strange land I don't know anything about!'CHARLIE KEEPER has been forced from her home by a bloodthirsty and terrifying stranger. But in escaping she discovers her house holds the gateway to the REALM OF BELLANIA - a place of myth, magic . . . and an evil Lord with a very bad attitude.NOW its fate rests squarely upon Charlie's shoulders. But before she can untangle the mystery that will save Bellania, she needs the answer to a life-changing secret her guardian, the dastardly Mr Crow, has been keeping from her . . . Just who is Charlie Keeper? A contemporary fantasy adventure for 10+ with elements of The Wizard of Oz and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.Discover more at www.keeperoftherealms.com+ Previously published as Who is Charlie Keeper?
Keeper of the Realms: The Dark Army (Keeper of the Realms)
by Marcus Alexander'Your abilities as a Keeper allow you to open doors that others can not.'Imprisoned in the mythical world of Bellania, CHARLIE KEEPER is at the mercy of Lord Bane's guards while her loyal friends have been sold into slavery. When the TERRIFYING Edge Darkmount breaks into her cell, he promises to decipher the meaning of her mysterious pendant - and unlock the secrets of Bellania - if she will help him get revenge on Bane. But can she TRUST him? The future of the realm relies on Charlie's special powers. Even if she escapes it may take more than she can summon to overthrow the evil lord - it may take an entire army . . .** A contemporary fantasy adventure for 10+ with elements of The Wizard of Oz, Lemony Snicket and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Perfect for fans of Tolkien's The Hobbit and Paul Stewart and Chris Riddell's The Edge Chronicles. ** 'I would rather read Crow's Revenge than Harry Potter!' - Michael B, Year 7
Keeper of the Rend
by Lisa MaxwellFrom the New York Times bestselling author of the Last Magician series comes a heart-wrenching middle grade debut steeped in magical realism about a bird-loving boy who moves to the countryside where he encounters dangerous creatures invading through a rip in the sky.Xavier T. Fletcher is an Odd Duck. At least, that&’s what everyone in his sleepy little suburb seems to think. Luckily, birds happen to be the aspiring naturalist&’s favorite things, so he doesn&’t mind the label quite as much as you might expect. But when Xavier&’s father loses his job, everything changes. His family is forced to move to his Nana Susan&’s farm. There, he meets Clementine, a strange, messy girl who doesn&’t see him as an Odd Duck at all. Too bad she has the unfortunate habit of using her slingshot to hunt the birds he loves. Xavier&’s not sure what to think when Clem assures him that they aren&’t really birds. He&’s even less sure when he discovers that Clem isn&’t lying. The bird-like creatures come from the Rend, a tear in the sky between our world and the Nother&’s, and the objects they carry in their beaks from that cold, dark place are dangerous. It&’s up to Xavier and Clem to find a way to keep the creatures out of our world. But how can he protect the Rend when he suspects Clem hasn&’t told him the whole truth about what she&’s doing?
Keeper of the Shadows (Keepers LA #2)
by Alexandra SokoloffIn their new Keeper roles, these extraordinary women must balance the fate of the world with their desires....As a crime beat reporter, Barrie Gryffald's work is risky enough when she's investigating mortal homicides. But when a teenage shifter and an infamous Hollywood mogul are both found dead on the same night, her Keeper intuition screams, Otherworldly.Reluctantly, she enlists her secret crush, Mick Townsend, a journalist with movie-star appeal. Together, they dig up eerie parallels to a forgotten cult-film tragedy. But it may be too late. With a cast of suspects ranging from vampire junkies to the ghosts of Hollywood past, no one can be trusted. Least of all Mick, who may well prove to be as unpredictable as the Others Barrie is sworn to protect....
Keeper of the Waters (Daughter of Destiny)
by Russell Davis Jenna SolitaireMy name is Jenna Solitaire and everything I thought I knew about myself, my family, and my future is wrong. My life is not my own. It never has been. I just didn't know it―until now… Having mastered the power of the Board of Air, Jenna travels to Jerusalem to find the Board of Water. She is accompanied by Simon Monk, who seeks the Boards on behalf of the Vatican. Jenna doesn&’t trust Simon, but he&’s her only source of information about the Boards. In Jerusalem, Jenna meets Saduj, a local guide who claims he can help them find the Board they seek. Simon is suspicious, but Jenna finds herself strangely attracted to Saduj. Jenna must find the Board before it awakens and causes unimaginable destruction. But will she lose her heart—and possibly her life—in the process? "An intriguing and trendy concept certain to appeal to teen readers."—Booklist on Keeper of the Winds "This compelling fantasy ends with a definite expectation of a sequel."—School Library Journal on Keeper of the Winds "Jenna Solitaire is an exciting new presence... Bring it on, Jenna!"—Nancy Holder, author of Queen of the Slayers and Pretty Little Devils, on Keeper of the Winds "The first installment in the Daughter of Destiny series, this fast-paced book can easily be read in an afternoon. Jenna's struggle to decide whom she can and cannot rely on will strike a chord with the reader, as will Jenna's reluctant attraction to Simon, a mysterious stranger who claims that he is trying to help Jenna learn about the board. The author strikes a good balance between action sequences and moments of introspection on Jenna's part….Recommended for all libraries with substantial teen fantasy collections. (4Q/4P/J/S)"—Voices of Youth Advocates
Keeper of the Winds (Daughter of Destiny)
by Russell DavisMy name is Jenna Solitaire and everything I thought I knew about myself, my family, and my future is wrong. My life is not my own. It never has been. I just didn't know it―until now... Nineteen-year-old Jenna Solitaire has lost her grandfather, who was her only remaining family. Going through old family belongings in the attic, she discovers a trunk, and in it a planchette made of bone and an ancient wooden board scorched by fire and covered in strange symbols. Thinking only to connect with some element of her past, Jenna attempts to use it, and soon there is a voice whispering long-lost secrets in her mind. Secrets about her family, and the role handed down through generations of Solitaire women: Keeper of the Board. Thrust into a world she doesn't understand, Jenna will begin an adventure that will ultimately take her around the world, but first, she must master the Board itself, even as she faces forces of greed and power - those who will stop at nothing to take the Board for themselves. As the Board conjures devastating storms, Jenna struggles to find her footing and determine who she can trust. Events spiral out of control, and Jenna fights to protect those she still believes in: Father Andrew, the family priest who has known her since she was born, her best friend, Tom, and his girlfriend, Kristen. And then there is Simon Monk, shrouded in mystery and connected somehow to Father Andrew and the Vatican itself, who appears to have her best interests in mind, but frightens Jenna with his intensity. Jenna must conquer her doubts, her fears, and take on the mantle of Keeper of the Board and the Daughter of Destiny, or leave the Earth itself in peril.
Keepers (Project Earth #2)
by Brenda CooperTwo sisters, one from a megacity and one from the wilderness, work together to protect the wilderness and the reintroduction of wolves from a group more interested in private property than public good.In a future Earth that's run by brilliant green cities separated by open land held in common for the good of wild things, two sisters must work together across and between the vastly different environments to root out dangers to both. They must protect the cities and the wild from the Returners, who prefer the toxic past to the difficult present. The older sister, Lou, her protector Shuska, and biologist friend Matchiko have reputations as successful rugged environmentalists. They must stay safe, listen, work, and sleuth out hidden nests of Returners. Oh, and save a few wolves along the way. In the meantime, Lou's younger sister, Coryn, is learning that working for the most powerful woman behind the scenes in a megacity is far harder than it looks. When the Returners threaten the city, the sisters must find a way to preserve both their ways of life. Keepers asks, Do humans have enough creativity, responsibility, and generosity to survive?
Keepers of the Flame
by Robin D. OwensTwo sisters born to serve. . . The sorcerers of Lladrana have already Summoned three women to help fight the evil attacking their world. Yet their fourth Summoning brings the unexpected--twin sisters. And ones with strong ties to Earth. Both have a special gift to heal. But while Brigid Drystan has explored that gift through unorthodox means, Elizabeth has poured herself into getting a medical degree and denying her powers. Now, stuck in a strange land, fighting a plague sent by the Dark to weaken Lladrana, they must use all their resources to save lives. And one twin will risk her own on an experiment that might doom them both. . . .
Keepers of the Labyrinth
by Erin E. MoultonCourage is tested, myths come to life, and long-held secrets are revealed Lilith Bennette runs at midnight. She scales walls in the dark and climbs without a harness. <P><P>She hopes that if she follows exactly in the steps of her strong air force pilot mother, she'll somehow figure out the mystery of her mother's death--and the reason why her necklace of Greek symbols has been missing ever since. So when Lil is invited to Crete for a Future Leaders International conference, the same conference her mom attended years ago, she jumps at the chance to find some answers. But things in Melios Manor are not what they seem. Lil finds herself ensnared in an adventure of mythological proportions that leads her and her friends through the very labyrinth in which the real Minotaur was imprisoned. And they're not in there alone. <P>What secrets does the labyrinth hold, and will they help Lil find the truth about her mother? This book is perfect for older fans of Percy Jackson and the Olympians and the Heroes of Olympus--and anyone who wants to find out the true story behind the magic of the Greek gods.Praise for KEEPERS OF THE LABYRINTH:"Secret societies, mythology, and puzzles worthy of a Dan Brown novel all figure prominently in this thriller....
Keepers of the Stone: Exile
by Andrew Anzur ClementStranded on the American frontier, Malka must stop at nothing to safeguard the all-power stone. She has come under the protection of a snarky felinoid - a shape-shifting girl who traces her lineage back to the court of Vlad Dracula. They must rescue Henry, the American orphan whose thirst for knowledge could help decipher the clues to the next leg of their journey - if the Urumi don't kill them first.
Keepers of the Stone: Homecoming
by Andrew Anzur ClementStas and his companions have made their way to Poland, the partitioned homeland he has never vistied. He dares to hope that Nell may be alive. The doomed princess Bozhena vows revenge on the Shadow Warriors, who have enlisted Malka's most bitter enemy in their latest plot to control the powerful stone. With the help of a streetwise gypsy girl, the unlikely travelers must outwit the Urumi and deliver the stone to its final destination. All they have to do is put aside the differences that threaten to tear them apart. The secrets of the past hold the key to the history of the future.
Keepers of the Stone: The Outcasts
by Andrew Anzur ClementIn a far corner of the British Empire, a mysterious girl gallops away on a horse, fleeing for her life. Malka has sacrificed everything to protect an all-powerful stone from falling into the hands of the malevolent Urumi. Raised by a Sect of thieves, the girl is a trained killer. But will her lethal skills be enough to defeat the Shadow Warriors and their superhuman abilities? The fate of the stone may depend on Stas, a courageous boy from a country that is not on any map. Nell, his friend since childhood, has been caught up in the Dark Order’s evil designs. The young outcasts must confront demons, real and imagined, with the help of mystical new allies. Their journey will take them to distant lands and change their lives forever.
Keepers of the Stones and Stars
by Michael BarakivaKeepers of the Stones and Stars is a witty young adult contemporary fantasy about a group of five teens chosen by magical gems to save the world.Save the world. Get the guy. Reed is leading his best life: he’s just kissed the boy of his dreams, his band is finally taking off, and he’s a shoo-in to getting elected as next year’s Student Council president. But he’s ready to give it all up when his suspiciously aristocratic guidance counselor tells him he has been chosen to go on the adventure of a lifetime. Because Reed is the first of five Stone Bearers to be chosen by magical gems and granted their powers. All he has to do is unite all five and lead them to seal a portal that will release an onslaught of uncontrollable chaotic magical energies, and destroy the world as we know it. It’s up to the Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Emerald, and Amethyst Bearers to save the world, fulfilling their roles in a centuries-old cycle that dates back to 17th century Mughal India and the first Keepers of the Stones and Stars.
Keeping Faith
by Jodi PicoultTHE SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLERWhen Mariah White catches her husband with another woman, her life starts to fall apart. And when her daughter, Faith, begins to confide in an imaginary friend, Mariah's own brush with insanity starts to take on a darker meaning.Then Faith appears to start performing miracles, and all at once the situation is spiralling beyond Mariah's control. Is Faith truly seeing God? Or is she just a troubled young girl seeking refuge from her parents' divorce?When it comes to matters of faith, it's hard to know who to believe . . .(P)2006 Hodder & Stoughton Audiobooks