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Bitten To Death: Book four in the Jaz Parks sequence (Jaz Parks #4)
by Jennifer RardinJaz Parks, assassin and black ops agent, is plunged head-first into her latest mission - a confrontation between her ancient vampire boss Vayl, and his previous undead allies. The CIA is hunting arch-criminal Samon, and needs Vayl's ex-friends for information. But the team will have to wade through knotty vampire politics, a were-on-were blood-fest and some nasty (oh, and blood smeared...) visions to get to it. Luckily Jaz's highly trained killing-machine brother is on the job. Unluckily, he has reached the end of his carefully hoarded sanity, and the mission targets suddenly don't seem quite so realistic. The last thing Jaz wants is to end up on the dead side of the balance sheet ...
Bitten to Death (Jaz Parks #4)
by Jennifer RardinJaz Parks here. My latest mission has taken me to the ancient Greek city of Patras; but instead of soaking up its splendor, I'm here to infiltrate a Vampere Trust. Only two vamps have ever escaped the tightly bound communities and lived to tell the tale: Edward "The Raptor"Samos, the most reviled criminal mastermind in recent memory, and Vayl, the CIA's number one assassin who also happens to be my boss. The Raptor is trying to take over Vayl's former Trust. Unfortunately the Trust's new leader has her own plans. This job is going to be the death of me.
Bitter Angels
by C. L. AndersonThe Erasmus System is a sprawling realm of slavery, smugglers, spies—and constant, creeping decrepitude. Here everyone who is not part of the ruling Four Families is a slave of one kind or another. But the Guardians, a special-forces branch inside the United World Government for Earth, have deemed Erasmus a “hot spot.” Somehow, it is believed, this failing colony intends to launch a war upon the solar system. Ex-Field Commander Terese Drajeske, now a mother of three, has been called back to active duty and sent to Erasmus, ostensibly to investigate the murder of her colleague—and friend—Bianca Fayette. At first blush, the death defies explanation: Bianca was immortal. But beneath that single murder lies a twisted foundation of deceptions. Suddenly Terese is plunged into a vortex of shattered lives, endemic deceit, and one dreadful secret. In this society without hope, someone has put into motion a plan that will cast humanity into chaos. And Terese, who has given up her family and her sanity to prevent war, may be asked to make the ultimate sacrifice….
Bitter Bite (Elemental Assassin #14)
by Jennifer EstepWhich is stronger: blood ties or a battle-tested friendship? That’s the question Gin Blanco asks when a friend’s long-lost relative strolls into town. The suspicious reunion is a surprise for everyone—and a big problem for Gin. Book fourteen in the New York Times bestselling urban fantasy series RT Book Reviews calls “unbeatable entertainment!”It’s not easy being queen bee of an underworld abuzz with crooks and killers. Wielding my potent Ice and Stone elemental magic will only get me so far—my real secret is my tight-knit makeshift family, a motley crew of cops and criminals, dwarves and playboys. My foster brother Finnegan Lane is my right-hand man, but when his suddenly not-dead relative comes back into the picture, I’m the one on the outside looking in. It’s funny how life works: one minute your best friend is rock-steady, and the next he’s doe-eyed and buying into this whole loving-relative routine to the point of ignoring you. I’d like to be happy for Finn, I really would. But all of my instincts are telling me that beneath the syrupy sweet demeanor and old-fashioned charm, this sudden interloper is planning something. The whole shtick leaves a bitter taste in my mouth. This person might have avoided the grave once, but I’ll put anyone who hurts Finn in the ground—for good.
Bitter Change
by Mara LeeTime is running out ... for both Lothos and Ethenia. One must find his mate, one is fleeing an enemy determined to destroy her. In Bitter Change, Mara Lee weaves a passionate tale where love becomes the greatest weapon against the darkest evil.A Mate For Each Man That Does Not Deny His Beast These are the words written in the ancient text of the Loopin. But Lothos Freemont has run the woods and searched the world for his mate ... to no avail. And time is running out. If Lothos does not find his mate, the other half of his soul, his beast will swallow him whole. And just when he falls to his darkest point ... his golden angel enters his life.Ethenia Deveux has fled from an evil that is stalking her. She unexpectedly takes refuge with Lothos and discovers a kindred spirit. Her beast calls to his, and in Lothos she finds the tender lover and protector she has been searching for, and so desperately nees.But evil shadows Ethenia's steps, and will not let her go. Lothos and Ethenia find to combat this evil they will need all their considerable strength and the help of some unlikely allies. Can they defeat the darkness that ravages Ethenia's world? And can Lothos convince Ethenia to take a chance on true love? For in the end--it is love that is the greatest weapon against evil.
The Bitter Crown (The Eidyn Saga)
by Justin Lee Anderson'A page-turning adventure propelled by an inventive plot. . . Readers will once again be left clamouring for a sequel' Publishers WeeklyThe second novel in Justin Lee Anderson's sensational epic fantasy series where the war for a kingdom exits the shadows now that a terrifying secret has been revealed. The fog of war is lifted and the conspiracy at the heart of Eidyn finally exposed. Now they know the truth, Aranok and his allies must find a way to free a country that doesn't know it's held captive. But with divided loyalties and his closest friendship shaken, can their alliance hold against overwhelming odds? The quest to retake the country begins here.A fast-paced epic fantasy, filled with swashbuckling action and expansive worldbuilding, The Bitter Crown is the gripping sequel to The Lost War, perfect for fans of Nicholas Eames and RJ Barker.Praise for The Lost War:'Rich in action and intrigue, this fantasy adventure with a Scottish flavour is sure to please fans of David Gemmell' Anthony Ryan, New York Times bestselling author'An exciting, action-packed fantasy' Mark Lawrence, on The Lost War'Strikingly intense. . . immersive and thoroughly compelling' SFX'Compelling and entertaining. . . inventive and fun.' SciFiNow'Genuinely surprised and delighted me' Anna Stephens, author of Godblind'Highly entertaining fantasy. . .extremely readable' Tom Lloyd, author of Twilight Reign'Outstanding. . . The Lost War is easily one of the biggest surprises of the year' Novel Notions'This book has a perfect blend of everything' Spells and Spaceships
The Bitter Crown (The Eidyn Saga)
by Justin Lee Anderson'A page-turning adventure propelled by an inventive plot. . . Readers will once again be left clamouring for a sequel' Publishers WeeklyThe second novel in Justin Lee Anderson's sensational epic fantasy series where the war for a kingdom exits the shadows now that a terrifying secret has been revealed. The fog of war is lifted and the conspiracy at the heart of Eidyn finally exposed. Now they know the truth, Aranok and his allies must find a way to free a country that doesn't know it's held captive. But with divided loyalties and his closest friendship shaken, can their alliance hold against overwhelming odds? The quest to retake the country begins here.A fast-paced epic fantasy, filled with swashbuckling action and expansive worldbuilding, The Bitter Crown is the gripping sequel to The Lost War, perfect for fans of Nicholas Eames and RJ Barker.Praise for The Lost War:'Rich in action and intrigue, this fantasy adventure with a Scottish flavour is sure to please fans of David Gemmell' Anthony Ryan, New York Times bestselling author'An exciting, action-packed fantasy' Mark Lawrence, on The Lost War'Strikingly intense. . . immersive and thoroughly compelling' SFX'Compelling and entertaining. . . inventive and fun.' SciFiNow'Genuinely surprised and delighted me' Anna Stephens, author of Godblind'Highly entertaining fantasy. . .extremely readable' Tom Lloyd, author of Twilight Reign'Outstanding. . . The Lost War is easily one of the biggest surprises of the year' Novel Notions'This book has a perfect blend of everything' Spells and Spaceships
The Bitter Crown (The Eidyn Saga #2)
by Justin Lee AndersonA war once held in the shadows now escalates into full-scale revolution in the second novel of Justin Lee Anderson&’s epic Eidyn Saga. The fog of war is lifted and the conspiracy at the heart of Eidyn finally exposed. Now that they know the truth, Aranok and his allies must find a way to free a country that doesn&’t know it&’s held captive. But with divided loyalties and his closest friendship shaken, can their alliance hold against overwhelming odds? The quest to retake the country begins here.&“An eclectic cast of characters traverse a war-ravaged kingdom as Anderson's cleverly constructed plot winds its way towards a truly unexpected denouement. Rich in action and intrigue, this fantasy adventure with a Scottish flavor is sure to please fans of David Gemmell.&” – Anthony Ryan, New York Times bestselling authorFor more from Justin Lee Anderson, check out:The Lost War
Bitter Frost (Bitter Frost Series #1)
by Kailin GowFrom the author of the ALA YALSA Reader's Choice Winner in Science Fiction and Fantasy and award-winning filmmaker Kailin Gow comes an epic fantasy series, called Bitter Frost! PRAISE FOR BITTER FROST SERIES (R) "Loved this book and am so excited to see what happens in the next one. I have a feeling that Mrs. Gow will be the next it author." - Amanda Drost, Broken Arrow "This is my first novel by Kailin Gow and I promise it won't be the last! She has a wonderful way of capturing the reader from the start and easily transports them to an interesting and fascinating world of Feyland where fairies, pixies and werewolves exist – a beautiful place where magic is normal and necessary, and a place where humans normally cannot survive." - Theresa, Just One More Paragraph "OMG...this series just keeps getting better! I absolutely love this series. I love reading Kailin's books." – Jamie Johnson, Fantasy Book Chick blog "I love Kailin Gows books and Frost Kisses is no exception. She is an amazing author who can weave her magic so throughly that you feel as if you are there." - Jessica Bolton, Book Rock Goddess "I have to give the author credit – Love Triangle – very different. What I mean by that – not typical. The author makes it where it will just shock the sh*t out of you. I can't really explain it with out giving it away. The only hint I can give is that it doesn't go down the way traditional love triangles go. I think the author was very bold and for that, she made me a fan." - Sunny "This needs to be a TV or movie series. I love books and this one effected me so much! The story makes you feel like your in the series. I would watch this any day!" - Christina Rossner DESCRIPTION All her life, Breena had always dreamed about fairies as though she lived among them...beautiful fairies living among mortals and living in Feyland. In her dreams, he was always there the breathtakingly handsome but dangerous Winter Prince, Kian, who is her intended. When Breena turns sixteen, she begins seeing fairies and other creatures mortals don t see. Her best friend Logan, suddenly acts very protective. Then she sees Kian, who seems intent on finding her and carrying her off to Feyland. That's fine and all, but for the fact that humans rarely survive a trip to Feyland, a kiss from a fairy generally means death to the human unless that human has fairy blood in them or is very strong, and although Kian seemed to be her intended, he seems to hate her and wants her dead. This edgy tale about beautiful and dangerous fairies, based on Dutch lore, will leave you breathless... **The Bitter Frost Series is an Epic Fantasy Romance Series appropriate for age 14 and Up! BITTER FROST SERIES (Reading Order) Bitter Frost Forever Frost Silver Frost The Fairy Letters (Kian's Novel) Frost Kisses Midnight Frost Frost Fire Spring Frost Enchanted Frost Ring of Ice (A year after Enchanted Frost)
Bitter Gold Hearts
by Glen CookThe Stormwarden's children have been kidnapped and Garrett, P.I. is on the case. But caught between the bewitching beauty of a half-elf and the fearsome power of a horde of ogres, Garrett has to think twice before sacrificing all for a fortune in gold-after all, even in this enchanted land, he's only human.
Bitter Gold Hearts (Garrett, P.I. #2)
by Glen CookThe Stormwarden's children have been kidnapped and Garrett, P. I. is on the case. But caught between the bewitching beauty of a half-elf and the fearsome power of a horde of ogres, Garrett has to think twice before sacrificing all for a fortune in gold-after all, even in this enchanted land, he's only human. .
Bitter Greens: A Novel
by Kate Forsyth“Full of palace intrigue, dark magic, romance, and lush, evocative descriptions, this is historical fiction at its finest.” —Library Journal, starred reviewThe amazing power and truth of the Rapunzel fairy tale comes alive for the first time in this breathtaking tale of desire, black magic and the redemptive power of loveFrench novelist Charlotte-Rose de la Force has been banished from the court of Versailles by the Sun King, Louis XIV, after a series of scandalous love affairs. At the convent, she is comforted by an old nun, Sœur Seraphina, who tells her the tale of a young girl who, a hundred years earlier, is sold by her parents for a handful of bitter greens . . . After Margherita’s father steals parsley from the walled garden of the courtesan Selena Leonelli, the famous muse of the artist Tiziano, he is threatened with having both hands cut off, unless he and his wife relinquish their precious little girl. Locked away in a tower, Margherita sings in the hope that someone will hear her. One day, a young man does.Award-winning author Kate Forsyth braids together the stories of Margherita, Selena, and Charlotte-Rose, the woman who penned Rapunzel as we now know it, to create a sumptuous historical novel and a loving tribute to the imagination of one remarkable woman.“Captivating.” —Kirkus Reviews“An absorbing, richly detailed, and heart-wrenching reimagining of a timeless fairytale.” —Jennifer Chiaverini, New York Times–bestselling author of Mrs. Lincoln’s Rival“A complex, dazzling achievement.” —Susan Vreeland, New York Times–bestselling author of Clara and Mr. Tiffany and Girl in Hyacinth Blue
The Bitter Kingdom (Girl of Fire and Thorns #3)
by Rae CarsonThe third book in Rae Carsons award-winning The Girl of Fire and Thorns fantasy trilogy. Elisa, the seventeen-year-old sorcerer-queen, will travel into an unknown enemys realm to win back her true love, save her kingdom, and uncover the final secrets of her destiny. Veronica Roth called The Girl of Fire and Thorns "intense, unique . . . definitely recommended. "Perfect for fans of Tamora Pierce and George R. R. Martins style of sweeping and deeply satisfying epic fantasy, the third and final book in the trilogy takes the young queen on a journey more dangerous than any she has faced before. Elisa will stand before the gate of the enemy. And she must rise up as champion--even to those who have hated her--or her kingdom will fall. Full of sorcery, adventure, sizzling romance, and secrets that challenge everything she believes, this is a bold and powerful conclusion to an extraordinary trilogy. As USAToday. com proclaimed, "Rae Carson has proved shes a master and has shaken up the YA genre. "
The Bitter Kingdom: The Girl Of Fire And Thorns, The Shadow Cats, The Crown Of Embers, The Shattered Mountain, The King's Guard, The Bitter Kingdom (Girl Of Fire And Thorns Ser. #3)
by Rae CarsonIn the final volume of Carson’s trilogy, the seventeen-year-old sorcerer-queen will travel into the unknown realm of the enemy to win back her true love, save her country, and uncover the final secrets of her destiny.
A Bitter Magic
by Roderick TownleyA deliciously quirky tale of secrets, magic, and illusions. Everything is in place: the packed theater, the Amazing Thummel, and, center stage, the magician's mysterious assistant. Some have called her the most beautiful woman in Europe.Then, in a swirl of light, she vanishes!An astounding illusion, but she never reappears. All that remains are a bloodstained white scarf and her daughter, Cisley, who lives in a glass castle and walks her pet lobster each morning by the sea.Enter Cole, a rambunctious boy from town and Cisley's first true friend. Together they hunt for clues to her mother's disappearance. They puzzle over broken mirrors, ever-shifting labyrinths, a closet full of whispering ball gowns, and a fatal quest for a pure black rose.Roderic Townley spins a deliciously spooky tale of one girl's journey to discover what's real and what is simply an illusion.From the Hardcover edition.
Bitter Medicine
by Dave GalanterA routine salvage operation becomes a desperate rescue mission, as the U.S.S. da Vinci encounters a failing abandoned ship -- that isn't so abandoned! There is one survivor aboard the derelict vessel: a boy who carries a most deadly disease. Even as the S.C.E. works to salvage the ship, Dr. Lense must race the clock to find a cure for the boy -- or condemn him to live out his days alone on the dying vessel!
Bitter Memories
by Margaret Mayo"So we meet again...."When their passionate affair came to an abrupt end, Tanya hadn't expected-or wanted-to see Alejandro Vazquez Herrera again, although the memories of their time together still haunted her. So when she bumped into him on her trip to see her sister, she was shocked. The attraction between them flared again, but Tanya had to try her hardest to deny it. After all, Alejandro had left her to marry another woman, hadn't he?
Bitter Moon Saga (Bitter Moon Saga #1)
by Amy LaneThe Bitter Moon Saga is the epic tale of Torrant Shadow--Triane's Son--and his goddess gift; his lovers, family, and friends; and their struggle against the forces of evil. In Book 1, Torrant and Yarri no longer live in their tolerant home, and Torrant must use his goddess gift for protection if they are to survive. In Book 2, The evil from Torrant's homeland becomes too much to be ignored while he's in school, and he must choose: will he be a healer or a hero? In Book 3, Torrant and Aylan ride to Dueance to infiltrate the Regent's council and change policy toward the Goddess's chosen from the inside. And in Book 4, Torrant must use his healer/poet and predator sides to save his people. If he fails, Rath will eliminate joy from the heart of the lands of the three moons, and all that Torrant and his family cherish will be lost. But success could exact a devastating cost, one Triane's Son was never prepared to pay.See excerpt for individual blurbs.
Bitter Night (Horngate Witches #1)
by Diana Pharaoh FrancisSOMETIMES YOU CHOOSE YOUR BATTLES. AND SOMETIMES, THEY CHOOSE YOU. . . Once, Max dreamed of a career, a home, a loving family. Now all she wants is freedom. . . and revenge. A witch named Giselle transformed Max into a warrior with extraordinary strength, speed, and endurance. Bound by spellcraft, Max has no choice but to fight as Giselle's personal magic weapon -- a Shadowblade -- and she's lethally good at it. But her skills are about to be put to the test as they never have before. . . . The ancient Guardians of the earth are preparing to unleash widespread destruction on the mortal world, and they want the witches to help them. If the witches refuse, their covens will be destroyed, including Horngate, the place Max has grudgingly come to think of as home. Max thinks she can find a way to help Horngate stand against the Guardians, but doing so will mean forging dangerous alliances -- including one with a rival witch's Shadowblade, who is as drawn to Max as she is to him -- and standing with the witch she despises. Max will have to choose between the old life she still dreams of and the warrior she has become, and take her place on the side of right -- if she survives long enough to figure out which side that is. . . .
Bitter of Tongue (Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy #7)
by Sarah Rees Brennan Cassandra ClareWhen Simon is kidnapped by the fey, he's amazed to find a friend in former Shadowhunter Mark Blackthorn. One of ten adventures in Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy.After Simon is kidnapped by faeries (why is he always kidnapped?), he uncovers rumors of a secret weapon Sebastian left behind for the faerie queen. He must escape the Fey, relying on his only ally, former Shadowhunter and Dark Artifices character Mark Blackthorn. This standalone e-only short story follows the adventures of Simon Lewis, star of the #1 New York Times bestselling series, The Mortal Instruments, as he trains to become a Shadowhunter. Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy features characters from Cassandra Clare's Mortal Instruments, the Infernal Devices, and the upcoming Dark Artifices and Last Hours series. Bitter of Tongue is written by Cassandra Clare and Sarah Rees Brennan. Read more of Cassandra Clare's Shadowhunter Chronicles in The Infernal Devices, The Mortal Instruments, and The Bane Chronicles.
The Bitter Pill
by A. Bertram ChandlerLarge-print edition of a science fiction novel first published in 1974. Set in the near future, when youth dominates and those over 45 achieve the status of senior citizen and receive a free euthanasia pill.
The Bitter Pill
by A. Bertram ChandlerTo Paul Clayton, obscure shipping clerk, his forty-fifth birthday was not an occasion for celebration. It meant the achievement of status of Senior Citizen, and with it several dubious privileges - not least of which was voluntary euthanasia, facilitated by the government issue suicide pill. Those who changed their minds, once they had broken the capsule containing the lethal pill, faced the prospect of forced labor camps in the Australian desert of the penal colony on Mars, where convicts toiled to make more space fit for Earth's over-spilling populations.Under the supervision of the corrupt and brutal Mars Corps, Clayton crosses paths again with others he once knew on distant Earth. They find themselves caught up on a maelstrom of terror and political intrigue.
The Bitter Pill (Prologue Science Fiction Ser.)
by A. Bertram ChandlerTo Paul Clayton, obscure shipping clerk, his forty-fifth birthday was not an occasion for celebration. It meant the achievement of status of Senior Citizen, and with it several dubious privileges - not least of which was voluntary euthanasia, facilitated by the government issue suicide pill. Those who changed their minds, once they had broken the capsule containing the lethal pill, faced the prospect of forced labor camps in the Australian desert of the penal colony on Mars, where convicts toiled to make more space fit for Earth's over-spilling populations.Under the supervision of the corrupt and brutal Mars Corps, Clayton crosses paths again with others he once knew on distant Earth. They find themselves caught up on a maelstrom of terror and political intrigue.
The Bitter Price of Love
by Amanda BrowningMistress for hire!Hunter Jamieson has been furious to discover that his cousin's intended bride was the same little gold digger who had run out on him only days before. And it seemed Reba Wyeth was up to her old tricks....She needed money-fast. And marrying Eliot Thorson III seemed the perfect deal. He'd get a beautiful woman on his arm. Reba would get the cash. Simple. Only Hunter Jamieson stood in her way. She had made the mistake of falling for the man, only to have to say goodbye. She'd had her reasons, of course, but Hunter wasn't interested in explanations-only revenge!The wedding was off! If Reba wanted money she could have it, but on one condition-that she become his mistress!Of Trail of Love:"Amanda Browning's portrayal of one woman's difficult search for the truth packs a wallop in itself, but when paired with an obsessive love, readers get twice the fun."-Romantic Times
The Bitter Seed of Magic
by Suzanne McLeodOn the surface, Genny's life seems ripple-free right now. Finn, her sexy boss, has stopped pushing for a decision on their relationship. The seductive vampire Malik al-Khan has vanished back into the shadows. And the witches have declared her no longer a threat. But unless Genny can find a way to break the fertility curse afflicting London's fae, she knows this is just the lull before the magical storm. Then a faeling - a teenage girl - is fished out of the River Thames, dead and bound with magic, and Genny is called into investigate. As she digs through the clues, her search takes a sinister and dangerous turn, exposing age-old secrets that might be better left buried. Then another faeling disappears, and Genny finds herself in a race against time to save the faeling and stop the curse from claiming its next victim - herself!