Stuck in the unrelenting wilderness of the Rockleaf Forest and tracked by a dangerous Spirit Bear, Terran must find a way to survive.Realizing this world is nothing like he expected, Terran must push himself to develop new skills, find a way to reunite with his friends, and defeat the hidden forces moving quickly to destroy his new home.

    These factors, which others would consider to be handicaps, allow him to evaluate situation instantly, and from a purely logical standpoint. His decisions and actions are never tainted by emotion or feelings, which frees him from any risk of fear or guilt.When Team Camelot is handed an unusual mission to rescue the abducted daughter of a foreign president, Noah and the rest go into it with confidence, and are quickly successful. Back home, they are ready to celebrate, but something doesn't feel right. The mission was too easy, and there are indicators that someone may have discovered who they are and tracked them back to Neverland. Noah's house is entered while the team is away, and he is unable to shake the feeling that the mission was nothing but a ruse to expose E & E.It doesn't take long for him to decide that they must return to the field, their new mission to track down a Russian counterpart of their own Allison Peterson. Nicolaich Andropov has marked Noah for termination, so Noah decides to use himself as bait to draw the man into a trap. Unfortunately, Andropov is known as a ghost, a man whose appearance is unknown, able to move in absolute secrecy and remain several steps ahead of any who pursue him. When Noah fails to recognize this fact, Sarah becomes a hostage and pawn in a battle to the death.There's only one tiny chance to save her, but it will mean Noah must go unarmed and alone to meet his nemesis. The game is on, with his own life and Sarah's as the prize.

    Terrible job. Endless bills. Visiting my comatose sister and wishing things were different. And stalking the gorgeous, blue-eyed hottie who kept showing up at my local library.But my blue-eyed hottie was watching me back, and he made me an offer I couldn't refuse. He'll help my comatose sister, and all I have to do is find six gorgeous men that are trapped in a misty, magical land that's a prison for monsters of every shape and size. Piece of cake...Only they're not just regular dudes. They're dragons. The fire-breathing, house-stomping kind.And every last one of them wants me so badly they'll even fight each other to have me. I'm definitely not in Kansas anymore.Then again, I was the one who wanted a little adventure in my life. I just didn't expect there to be so much danger. Or so much sexiness I can't keep my head on straight. And though all of these dragons are supposed to be bad, I can't help but see the goodness inside them that's slowly bringing all of us together.But even if their stunning looks and sparkling personalities are winning me over, there's a giant secret one of them is keeping. A secret about the reason why I'm here that might unify us all forever, or get us all killed in the process.Let's just hope these dragons aren't so bad after all.The complete series all together for the first time! This special edition also features a new halloween-themed epilogue with all the dragons!

    

     Elliot is transported to Eden because he's their last hope: A man filled with a power not seen in centuries. He has the rare ability to learn talents from all talent trees, not just one. Only he's not the man everyone thinks he is. Downtrodden his entire life, he's been harboring dark desires deep inside him for years. And now he's finally been given the opportunity to live them. Instead of a hero's journey, Elliot is about to embark on the ultimate villain's journey. Dark Cultivation is a work of fiction exploring what happens when a dark character takes power, not endorsing it. There's sex, violence, gore and profanity. Don't read if you trigger easily.

    He was far from home in more ways than one. He could not complain as it was mostly of his own doing. However, when he met Canee, who was half his age but liked being with him, things started to change in an interesting way. Then there was Sklar. He wanted Canee so much that he was prepared to kill for her. Then there was the sheer need to survive. What followed was an epic tale of adventure, action, innovation, and death that was not of this time.

    Clock in, do paperwork, clock out. He gave up magic, joined the Meta Marshal Service, and just wanted to be left alone.Until a routine prisoner transport went awry and blew up his entire existence.That was when he found Cassie down on her knees in the wreckage, asking him for help.And he knew in that instant: Magic just wouldn't leave him alone.Now he’s on a hunt for an escaped convict and a powerful ancient artifact with the potential to ruin their world for good.Jared better embrace his power, hunt down the bad guy, and keep his girls together, or else he’ll never get that peace and quiet back.Warning: This book contains explicit scenes, some violence, a weird magic system, an overly bubbly shifter girl, and a harem relationship.

     Lady Elizabeth Owens, daughter to the Duke of Winterset, is full of hopes and dreams for her future. She is beautiful and her presence lights up every room she walks in. She has everything... Or almost everything. Malcolm Hickson, the Duke of Thornwall, is a misunderstood man. Secluded in his castle for years, he has no desire for the outside world and he expects everything in his estate to run in a certain way. His sister is his only concern in the world. When Lady Elizabeth learns of her dearest friend’s accident, she rushes to Thornwall Castle to be by her side. But when she gets there, she finds herself in a situation she never expected. Nothing and no one could have prepared her for this. If you like engaging characters, heart- wrenching twists and turns, and lots of romance, then you’ll love “A Second Chance for the Broken Duke!” Buy “A Second Chance for the Broken Duke” and unlock the exciting story of Elizabeth today!

    Kath and Nolan are looking for answers, trying to find ways to protect Earth from the possibility of an invasive alien species overrunning the planet. The US Presidential Election changes the political landscape. With new, hostile leadership, Kath and Nolan find themselves out of favor. Lies continue to dominate social media. Perhaps the greatest threat doesn't come from the stars. Perhaps there's already a generation of vipers here on Earth.FIRST CONTACT is a series of stand-alone novels that explore humanity's first interaction with extraterrestrial life. It is similar to BLACK MIRROR or THE TWILIGHT ZONE in that the series is based on a common theme rather than common characters. This allows these books to be read in any order. Technically, they're all first as they all deal with how we might initially respond to contact with aliens, exploring the social, political, religious, and scientific aspects of First Contact.Although Generation of Vipers is a sequel it has been written so it can be read as a stand-alone novel.

     It’s a normal day at the Dripping Springs Superstore. Shoppers look at merchandise while keeping their kids under control. Customers wait in the check-out lines, some chatting, others silently bored. Everything is about to change. Terrorists rush in with guns blazing, killing all who try to escape, rounding up the rest to hold hostage. Carrie, pregnant mother with a four-year-old at home, escapes into a stockroom closet. She calls her husband Jason, an Austin PD officer. Jason and his partner find a raging massacre in the parking lot. They attack, badly outnumbered until Kelly and his rednecks fly onto the parking lot in their pickup trucks, shooting the terrorists where they stand. Inside the store, Carrie’s hiding place is about to be discovered. She pulls the pistol from her purse and waits, firing when her closet is opened, killing the enemy. As her husband frantically searches for her, Carrie slips into the storefront and attacks, foiling the terrorist’s plans. Reunited, Carrie and Jason think the danger is over. They are wrong. Terrorists attack them at home later that night, forcing them to flee into the darkness. Others join them as they try to find safety, the relentless enemy hounding them wherever they go. Now there is only one thing left to do. Fight back. Hunt the hunters. If you love action-packed tales of bravery, self-reliance, and the triumph of the human spirit, you’ll love Bug Out! Texas. Download your copy today!

    The bulk of the Navy that once conquered the stars in mothballs, only a handful of obsolete cruisers patrolling the far frontiers of space. When a genocidal alien race decides that humanity is its next target for extermination, only a single ship can stand against them, a battered old cruiser named Leonidas, and her maverick commander, Mike Scott, brought out of enforced retirement to lead his ship and his crew one last time. As the worlds of mankind burn under the wrath of the enemy, Captain Scott must fight one desperate battle after another to buy time for the Commonwealth to must its battlefleet, or face the destruction of Earth, and all humanity with it…

    But my soul craves him. He’s a beast. A killer. With the blood of thousands on his hands. He has no mercy. No repentance for what he did. But it isn’t his cruelty that astounds me. It’s the sin he awakens inside of me. I have no control around him. His will is too strong. His hold over me too deep. I know I should run. I know I should hide. Anyone else would. But instead I’ll fight next to him. I’ll defend him to my dying breath. I may not make it out alive. But at least I’ll die by his side. And even if we do make it out alive. I’ll gladly forsake the life I knew. For another damning dose of his touch. Mercy’s End explores a darker and grittier side of the Athenaverse. It can be read as a standalone, but it still shares the same universe that you’ve found in other books. This book features a dark romance of an alpha male alien warrior, and a human woman. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and HEA guaranteed.

    

    Every player "avatar" is a living physical body with incredible survival traits. Once in this dreamscape, it would be unwise to not seize the moment! There are, however, a couple of catches.First of all, you don't remember your identity. Second, the "sandbox" of this inter-civilization game, "Universe ICS", is a dangerous place for beginners. Finally, character restoration is finite. Death in "ICS" may be irreversible.All the books in the series "the Universe ICS":1.Soulcatcher2.Keymaster3.Seeker4.Executioner5.DestroyerThe beginning of the book is here:royalroad.com/fiction/23162/universe-...Have a pleasant reading!

    Envied by men. Craved by women. The #1 Harem Fantasy Adventure For Men: #1 bestseller in Epic Fantasy #1 bestseller in Metaphysical Fantasy #1 bestseller in Sword & Sorcery Fantasy eBooks Kaeden is a nomad who lives life on his own terms. He prefers the unbounded steppe over a cramped city, and allegiance to the sword over fealty to a king. When he does make the occasional foray into civilization, it is to procure cold mead, a hot bath, and a good woman. The latter preferably for an hour or less. Life is great, until his wanderings bring him to a forest inhabited by nightmares. There, trapped beneath those lightless eaves, he is forced to ally with a mysterious woman whose cunning and beauty could prove to be his downfall. Either way, one thing is certain: if he is to die, then he will do so covered in the blood of his enemies. Note: this book contains violent scenes, unconventional thinking, and harem elements. Read more novels by USA Today bestselling author, Isaac Hooke. Monster Girl Series: 1. Breaker 2. Conqueror 3. Defiler 4. Emperor 5. Fighter Battle Harem Series: 1. Battle Harem 2. Battle Harem 2 3. Battle Harem 3 Star Warrior Series: 1. Star Warrior 2. Bender of Worlds 3. He Who Crosses Death 4. Doom Wielder The Forever Gate Series: 1. The Dream 2. A Second Chance 3. The Mirror Breaks 4. They Have Wakened Death 5. I Have Seen Forever 6. Rebirth 7. Walls of Steel 8. The Pendulum Swings 9. The Last Stand