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Spellbound
Kodilynn Calhoun - 2012
When her father demands she choose a suitor within a fortnight to become her mate, Wylde rebels…and finds herself face to face with her enemies.Born without power, Kascien Trump is a slave to the Magi. He’s as trapped as the bio-engineered dragonhounds he breeds and fights for his master. Then Wylde blazes into his life, offering him the possibility of freedom, and he knows she’s probably his only ticket out of there. Alive, anyway.But when Wylde’s captured, the spellbound slave and the fiery dragon-shifter have to put aside their differences and work together to outwit the Magi and escape the clutches of Kascien’s corrupt master…or lost themselves trying.
Vampires Drink Tomato Juice
K.M. Shea - 2011
After witnessing a weird incident involving a werewolf, a substitute teacher/possible vampire, and a thermos of tomato juice, she is taken to the Magical Beings' Rehabilitation Center. The MBRC is an organization that strives to integrate magical beings into human society and hides itself in Chicago’s Union Station. It’s also a massive secret, and Morgan’s accidental initiation into it breaks every rule the place has.Until MBRC officials can figure out how to undo the damage, Morgan is given a part-time job at the center so its residents can learn from the her. (Turns out average humans are a pretty rare teaching resource!) Between private tutoring sessions and being used as a human encyclopedia, Morgan befriends the pooka—a shape-shifting fairy who is too handsome for his own good—and may or may not have started a cyclops business revolution.But when its finally time to leave, will Morgan be able to give up her new friends and return to the mundane?VAMPIRES DRINK TOMATO JUICE is a humorous take on the urban paranormal world. It is filled with magic, adventure, a touch of romance, friendship, and the scariest place of all: High school. (Previously published under the title: My Life at the MBRC)
Team Wolf
Ellie Valentina - 2016
They are also a team of werewolves originating from Ireland who secretly protect both humans and other werewolves. And they do a pretty good job of it. However, now they face their most dangerous mission ever as the gorgeous Cindra recruits the duo to help investigate a world-changing conspiracy. Now, the 3 of them must team up in order to discover just who and what is behind this conspiracy. And team up they shall, in more ways than one... This is a paranormal ménage romance with the perfect mix of action, suspense, mystery and adventure alongside a variety of sensual scenes including themes such as group sex. This is for mature readers only. Please only read if these themes interest you -- and you are 18+.
White Tiger
Kylie Chan - 2006
A young woman accepts a position as nanny to the young daughter of a handsome, wealthy, and mysterious Chinese businessman— only to discover her new employer is really a god and every foul demon in creation is out to destroy him!
When Time Stops
Anya Nowlan - 2016
For years, he has been the Alpha of his family, the last line of time dragons, the guardian of all they stand for. He's more than happy to stay that way, yet his younger brothers have another idea. Tricked, Aeon finds himself thrusts into a predictable world he doesn't like, or approve of. But if the first woman he meets is the only person whose actions he can't foresee, can he really know what's about to happen next? And when one night of passion turns into something much more heady and dangerous, the man who was never caught off guard can't seem to keep up any longer. Isobel Evans had bet on the wrong man. Left at the altar, she does the only reasonable thing to do for a woman in an exorbitantly expensive wedding dress on the supposed happiest day of her life - she runs. Right into the arms of a sexy, mysterious, dashing hero, who for a moment seems to be the only good guy left. But when on the very next day she gets unceremoniously abducted and put up as the prize of a dragon tournament, Isobel's more than ready to give up on mankind for good. Except there's one problem. She's not given a choice. Her path is decided for her and it seems like she'll be stuck with a dragon, whether she likes it or not. When Isobel figures out that her little tryst resulted in something a lot more permanent than a few hickies, she knows there's more on the line than just her faith in men. With dragons circling the sky like vultures and danger lurking behind every corner, Aeon has to figure out fast what he wants from life. The predictability of the future before him, or the wild uncertainty that comes with the most fascinating woman he has ever met? When Time Stops is a full paranormal romance novel featuring a curvy Latina heroine, a growly Alpha dragon and a pregnancy neither of them were prepared for. The book has a guaranteed HEA, no cheating, and plenty of scorch!
Meeting the Humans
Jessie Donovan - 2019
Even if her best friend can’t come because her mom is afraid of dragon-shifters, Daisy is still excited. She’s determined to see a dragon up close and pet him. Freddie Atherton can’t wait to meet some humans his own age. At least, until he’s paired with a strange one. And not just any strange one, but a girl who may get into more trouble than even him, and that’s saying something. As the pair bond over a mini-adventure, Freddie learns that humans can be fun. He only hopes their sneaking away doesn’t keep the humans from ever coming back. ===== NOTE: This is a story for all ages. So if you have a younger one you'd like to share some dragon-shifters with, this story is perfect!
Gods and Mortals: Fourteen Free Urban Fantasy & Paranormal Novels Featuring Thor, Loki, Greek Gods, Native American Spirits, Vampires, Werewolves, & More
C. GockelMary Ting - 2015
over one million words of divinely (and diabolically) inspired fantasy, adventure, and romance.Join the freshest voices in urban fantasy and paranormal, New York Times, USA Today, and Amazon bestselling authors, on unique journeys to heaven, hell, and worlds beyond.
Descendant
S.M. Gaither - 2011
All she has to do is decide who to trust.A Dangerous Boy...Kael is infuriating. Arrogant. And entirely too hot for his own good. He also has secrets-- and a dark past that could turn her whole world upside down.An Ancient Blood Pact...The only thing keeping the human population safe from the shifters and lycans is the pact. The pact that Alex's grandfather initiated. The one that only she can break.An Impossible Choice...Breaking the pact means igniting war. Refusing to break it may mean losing the most important person in her life.When the moment comes, on whose side will Alex stand? And how much will she be willing to sacrifice?
The Impossible Julian Strande: Complete Box Set
Kathryn Ann Kingsley - 2020
and he won't take no for an answer. Read the whole series with all the deleted content included!As eager as Alice was to start her new job, she got far more than she bargained for when entering employment at Strande Estate. Inexplicable noises. Haunting legends. A sexy-as-they-come amateur magician. And…an enticingly wicked ghost.Alice didn’t believe in anything paranormal when she arrived, but each day that passes leaves her questioning things she never thought she would—like whether or not her gorgeous boss was as magically gifted in the bedroom as he was at illusions.But deep within the walls of the Strande manor, a malevolent spirit has taken a keen interest in the new caretaker. Thrilled to have a new plaything at his disposal, he has devilish games planned for the unsuspecting Alice.Will she make it out of the Strande Estate alive? Or be lured into the seductive darkness?
Taken by the Dragon King
Amelia Shaw - 2021
When this happens, realize... You do not need a smaller crown— You need a man with bigger hands.”- Michael Reid.Stavrok won’t let anything stand between him and his mate.There’s a beast inside of me, and there will be a time when I can’t control him.That’s what my father told me happens when my dragon finds his mate. He will claim them. He will not be gentle. He will not be sweet.My dragon will do whatever it takes to ensure his mate doesn’t leave, no matter the cost.Lucy thinks soulmates are only for her dreams.When a stranger breaks into my home and comes after me, I recognize his face. He’s the man from my dreams—the one I’m destined to fall in love with.But I don’t believe in soulmates. That’s why I try to flee.Stavrok takes Lucy to the snowy mountains, hellbent on proving she’s his mate.But then his kingdom is attacked, and Lucy is stolen away from the Dragon King.Now her only hope lies in knowing Stavrok will turn the world to ash and brimstone looking for her...and his dragon babies.Fans of Eva Chase and Linsey Hall are addicted to this steamy, paranormal romance with a guaranteed happily ever after by Amelia Shaw.
Bound by Duty
Stormy Smith - 2014
She knows she's an Elder but has no idea what that means. Her father reminds her daily that she must maintain control but he refuses to explain why. Even worse, she's betrothed to the prince of the Immortals and she doesn't even know his name. Finally breaking free to live a few normal years at a community college, the last thing Amelia expects is to find her best friend in a cheeky Southern girl and to fall for a self-assured human who sees her for who she is and not what she'll be.As she learns more about herself, Amelia realizes the line between love and duty is a thin one. As her power continues to increase exponentially and her questions are slowly answered, Amelia must make the ultimate choice. The question is, will her head or her heart win the battle?
The Dragonslayer's Sword
Resa Nelson - 2008
Her happiness is shattered when her lover-the dragonslayer-disappears without a trace, and the life that she knows and loves implodes without warning. Astrid lives in a world of shapeshifters whose thoughts have the power to change not only themselves but others. Everything Astrid knows to be true is called into question when she learns the truth about her past and the mysterious family from which she was separated as a child. Reality turns inside out as Astrid gradually learns the truth about the people she loves as well as those she disdains. With the fate of dragons, ghosts, and slaves in foreign lands resting on her shoulders, Astrid faces the challenge of deciding who she is and how she will stand up inside her own skin. Will she withdraw and hide from the world that has disappointed her so much... or will she rise to lead others to freedom and peace? AUTHOR'S NOTE: This series is written for adults but appropriate for ages 14 and up.
The Viscount's Son
Aderyn Wood - 2013
As the diary entries become darker and more mysterious, Emma meets a handsome stranger, and her personal life takes on uncanny parallels to her secret online translations. When her love life grows even stranger, Emma wonders if she should end the blog, but is it too late?The Rise of the Dark Ones Trilogy is perfect for fans of vampire and paranormal mysteries, psychic investigator thrillers, occult suspense, angels, demons, and lovers of a good twist.Alternative cover edition for this ASIN can be found here.
Golden Mane
S.J.B. Gilmour - 2011
The last thing she expected was to discover such creatures are every bit as real as you. Even more unexpected for Sarah, was the discovery that she herself was one of them…
MageLife: The Tale Of The Punch-Clock Mage (The Magelife Trilogy Book 1)
P. Tempest - 2015
For five years, he studied the secrets of the Arcane Art that lives in his very blood and bones. Now, he has become a Mage, a wielder of awesome power, capable of creating and destroying life. The power drawn from the very fabric of reality at his fingertips. Thus he is assigned to a post in his home town which is in need of the assistance that only a true master of the Arcane can provide. And his first great working shall be... Fixing the local irrigation system. And taking care of a premature girl mage. Oh, and his superior is a jerk. Such is the Life of a Mage