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Concealed Power


K.J. Colt - 2013
    The themes of a dangerous world in which a young girl must survive."Thirteen year old Adenine is kept prisoner by her family. The last carrier of the Death Plague that, along with the war, wiped out thousands of her country's people twenty-five years ago, she isolates herself in her attic bedroom to avoid infecting others.When her mother fails to bring her food, Adenine begins to starve. Driven by hunger and fear, Adenine ventures into the house and discovers her mother bedridden and sick. Despite her terror of infecting others, Adenine fumbles her way out into the streets of war-torn Borrelia in search of the town's doctor.Her courage brings her friends... and sinister enemies that plot and plan against her. Adenine's mother is keeping secrets, her friends are lying to her, and when dangers arise she must decide to fight or run.

Circle of Blood: Books 1 - 3


R.A. Steffan - 2017
    Literally.In another lifetime, six vampires lost their mates - and their mortality - to an unimaginable evil power. Despite the veil of death separating them, the strength of love draws them together across the ages. But now, if they can't reunite with the reincarnations of their lost soulmates soon, it may just mean the end of the world.from the Big Easy to the ancient island of Cyprus and the ritual-steeped nation of Haiti, follow of night-walkers who are all that stand between humanity and chaos as they try to gather together the prophesied Council of Thirteen. Six vampires. Six reincarnate mates. And. . .the mysterious Other. Without the Council, the world will fall to darkness and become a wasteland haunted by the undead. But the demon who covets dominion over humanity will stop at nothing to thwart the vampires on their quest.In the eternal battle between Light and Darkness, love my be the greatest weapon. . . or the greatest weakness.From 'USA Today' bestselling author R.A. Steffan and fresh new voice Jaelynn Woolf comes a steamy paranormal romance series perfect for adult fans of vampire fiction.RUNNING TIME ⇒ 27hrs. and 31mins.©2018 R.A. Steffan (P)2018 R.A. Steffan

Aerisia: Land Beyond The Sunset


Sarah Ashwood - 2014
    She also never counted on meeting an elderly stranger bearing an enchanted moonstone during her evening run; a stranger claiming to have crossed from another world in search of that realm's promised deliverer.Her.Protests have no sway with the visitor, and Hannah finds herself transported to Aerisia, a mysterious land beyond Earth's sunsets. Here, Hannah is believed to be the Artan, a legendary heroine prophesied to oppose the dreaded Dark Powers. Majestic fairies, the immortal Simathe, and the peaceful Moonkind are all willing to help her discover her true identity, but Hannah's just an ordinary college student from Earth. She doesn't have any latent magical abilities and she's not the Artan.Unfortunately, her allies aren't seeing it that way. Neither are her enemies.In fact, Hannah's life is in jeopardy from the moment she arrives in Aerisia,which means becoming the Artan may be the only way to survive...

The Alpha Series Boxed Set #1-3: Alpha Kaden, Alpha Grayson and Alpha Jasper


Midika Crane - 2017
    This unpredictable and exciting fantasy romance series will have you on the edge of your seat! Alpha Kaden Everyone knows of Alpha Kaden, a man of twisted riddles and cryptic puzzles. His identity is one of them. His touch, another. He is feared throughout all 13 packs for his reputation of stealing young women out of their beds. And tonight he has come to steal Mara to make her a player in his wicked game. Alpha Grayson Lexia has been an unwilling member of the Vengeance Pack since she was kidnapped by Alpha Kaden at the age of thirteen. Previously a member of the Discipline Pack, she now plans an uprising to take down the Alphas and unify the 13 Packs. Alpha Jasper Dark stories of the Devotion pack’s haunting from the terrifying undead Phantom Wolves have circulated for years but Thea had never believed the rumors. That is until she met Jasper; the confident and magical missing Alpha of the pack and newly reincarnated Phantom Wolf. He also happens to be her destined mate.

Curse of Magic


Michael Brightburn - 2019
    But when he’s betrayed by his most trusted advisor and exiled beyond the Ancient Wall, he’ll have to use a magic dangerous and long dormant to reclaim what was taken from him. Note: This novel contains detailed harem elements.

The Soul Taker (The Gabriel Files Book 1)


J.R. Rain - 2019
    Rain and Aiden James! Gabriel Radu isn’t your average 'thirtyish' detective... that’s because he's a three-hundred-year-old warlock. Residing in the quaint but quirky town of Denmark, Tennessee, the semi-immortal 'Gabe' is called upon from time to time to assist local law enforcement in solving unusual crimes that often end in murder. And, by unusual, the crimes always involve something he's quite familiar with: Magic. When Sheriff Billy McCain comes calling for help in solving the brutal slayings of a pair of homeless men, whose corpses have been marked by a dark snake and scythe symbol beneath the napes of their necks, Gabriel eagerly accepts the challenge to help solve the case and bring the killer, or killers, to justice. But the assignment comes with a terrifying caveat... the mark left upon both victims points to an ancient entity that rarely visits our world. Known in Gabe’s Romanian homeland as the Sufletul, or Soul Taker, in the previous centuries this immortal fiend has arisen, it has left widespread death and destruction in its wake. The initial killings soon begin to multiply, and the mysterious reasons behind why this ancient menace has chosen the tiny town of Denmark begin to come into focus for Gabriel. Relying on his investigative instincts and courage, as well as precious insights from trusted friends and his family of witches and warlocks, the quest to stop the growing body count before it erupts into uncontrolled carnage brings Gabriel closer and closer to a confrontation with... The Soul Taker.

Alpha Temptation: Sanmere Shifters Romance Collection


Lola Gabriel - 2020
    

Blood Ascension


Orlando A. Sanchez - 2020
    After she gave up control of the blood blades—weapons designed to destroy supernaturals—the Dark Council challenged Michiko’s  leadership…and her right to exist.Rising tensions within the alliance of vampires, mages, and weres are threatening to tear the Dark Council apart. Some within the Council feel it’s time for supernaturals to step out of the shadows and take what’s rightfully theirs by invoking the Blood Protocol—an ancient ritual created to eliminate mankind.Alone, Michiko must face overwhelming odds, bitter betrayals, and unrelenting assassins to prevent the Dark Council from plunging the world into another Supernatural War—one that could destroy them all.

You Are Dead.


Andrew Stanek - 2015
    (Sign Here Please) is a madcap comedy of truly ludicrous proportions. After Nathan Haynes dies, he discovers that the afterlife is run by straight-laced bureaucrats, but when he refuses to sign his 21B he is punted back to life in his insane home city of Dead Donkey. He can't rest easy, though - the bureaucrats are out to get him and they will put his papers in order, no matter the cost. Will our hero die (again)? Will the bureaucrats trick him into filling the proper forms in? Will Nathan ever get to do his laundry? Find out in You Are Dead. (Sign Here Please)!

The Curse of Black Isle


Keira Montclair - 2021
    A fatal illness has ravaged his clan, taking not only his parents and his wife, but so many others of the clan, it’s being called the curse of Black Isle. Worse, as heir to the chieftain, now Marcas must be both leader and savior to his people—but they are losing faith in him. Already there are murmurs that his poor decisions brought the curse, causing him to doubt his own ability to head the clan. But when his small daughter takes sick, Marcas has no problem making a decision: he must find a healer—one gifted enough to save his little lass’s life. And he will beg, barter, or steal one if necessary.When healer Brigid Ramsay is abducted in the middle of the night, she knows she just has to bide her time. Her over-protective father, a former spy and feared lethal agent for the Crown, will come for her. Her captor must be daft to kidnap the daughter of Logan Ramsay. But when Brigid realizes a child’s life is in danger, she softens toward her kidnapper, and vows to help him. As they work together, Brigid can’t deny the traitorous attraction she feels nor that she’s falling in love. But how could Marcas ever love her when she’s not the great healer he thought…?Can Brigid save Marcas’ daughter’s life before her own father arrives and rains hell down from the Highlands?

Essence


Mandi Lynn - 2013
    The forest greeted Emma with starting force. At first she couldn’t move her limbs, and then her vision was rendered useless, paralyzed to the forces within the forest. The voices came in a dream at first, commanding her against her will deeper into the forest. After months of fighting for control, it took only one moment to lose her human life forever. Now she is nothing more than an Essence, watching as her life unfolds without her.In this young adult fantasy about love, loss, and family, Emma must choose between letting go and moving on. Without her, the lives of Emma’s family will forever be changed, but what if she could keep part of her human life, even if she was only an Essence? What Amazon Reviewers Have to Say:“A must read for anyone who is looking for something new with a creative fantasy twist.”“I didn’t know what to expect when I picked up Essence, but what I found was a story that delves into the big questions about life, death, family and what it means to be human. ““This book gave me new insight on what to appreciate like the simple feeling of crying or rain.”“I give this 5 stars because I can't give it more than that. This was a truly amazing read.”

Hannibal Fogg and The Supreme Secret of Man


Tahir Shah - 2018
    

Destined


Jessie Harrell - 2011
    Her fate? Fall in love with the one creature even the gods fear.As she feels herself slipping closer into the arms of the prophecy, Psyche must choose between the terrifyingly tender touch she feels almost powerless to resist and the one constant she's come to expect out of life: you cannot escape what is destined.

Wolf's Rejection (Bobon Wolf Shifters, #1)


Jean Stokes - 2022
    It doesn’t take long to make a new friend, but just as soon I learn to trust Georgie, a familiar problem arises.My old pack doesn’t care that what I did was an accident. They want revenge and will stop at nothing to get it. If they find me, I’ll have no future. They’ll make sure of that.While I do everything I can to navigate between the life I want and the growing threats around me, I find myself drawn to Beau, a hotter-than-sin alpha male, who struggles with problems of his own.With so many hurdles to cross and nowhere to run, will Beau and I see past our differences and secure our futures, or will the threats that are closing in on us lead to disaster?⭐New from bestselling romance author Jean Stokes⭐THIS IS BOOK 1 OF THE SERIESWARNING: The Bobon Wolf Shifter Series is addictive! Be prepared to stay up until 3am reading a steamy wolf shifter romance with an independent heroine, a hunky alpha, a dash of humor, and a healthy dose of steamy scenes!Steam & language alert 18+ only: I don't want your angry vigilante mama after me! If you aren’t eighteen then go read Harry Potter, mind your language and eat your broccoli!If you're looking for contemporary steamy romance with military veterans or paranormal alphas, then you've found your new favorite author!

Human Alpha Protector


Alicia Banks - 2019
    He was always there to protect me. He’s been following me since my childhood and I had no idea. Brandon Scott has been all I need since I saw him naked, the very first day we met. After seeing his tanned body, with those bulging muscles, I want him so badly. He makes me crazy and I am getting obsessed. His eyes can melt any woman’s heart. I’ve never felt like this in my entire life. Now I have to share a cabin with him. And I don’t know if I can trust myself with him. I know he is not a human. He says he is my father’s assistant. He says he can not fall in love with a human. It is against the rules of his pack. Who cares? I am stubborn. I can’t resist this sexy creature roaming around me. My body craves his touch. I need him. I want him to do all the naughty things to me. Lust is taking over my mind. How long can I keep control? How long can I fight my hormones? Now as I am addicted to him, My heart is breaking. All my plans with Brandon are shattering. He already has a mate and he never told me anything about her. Now I am hurt and I want to run from here. Maybe moving to Italy will help me forget him. There he is, again standing in front of me. There is not even a single second when I don’t miss him. Why he can’t be mine? This story contains No Cheating, No Cliffhangers, and it definitely is a HEA story! : ) Warning: Adult Readers only.