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Restore MeThe book that all SHATTER ME fans have been waiting for is finally here. The fourth incredible instalment of Tahereh Mafi's New York Times bestselling YA fantasy series perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Victoria Aveyard's The Red Queen, Stranger Things and Leigh Bardugo's Six of CrowsThe girl with the power to kill with a single touch now has the world in the palm of her hand.Juliette Ferrars thought she'd won. She took over Sector 45, was named Supreme Commander, and now has Warner by her side. But when tragedy strikes, she must confront the darkness that dwells both around and inside her.Tahereh Mafi is the New York Times bestselling author of the Shatter Me series which has been published in over 30 languages around the world. She was born in a small city somewhere in Connecticut and currently resides in Santa Monica, California, with her husband, Ransom Riggs, fellow bestselling author of Miss Peregrine's Home For Peculiar Children, and their young daughter. She can usually be found overcaffeinated and stuck in a book. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter @TaherehMafiPRAISE FOR THE SHATTER ME SERIES:"Dangerous, sexy, romantic, and intense. I dare you to stop reading." – Kami Garcia, #1 New York Times bestselling co-author of the Beautiful Creatures series"Addictive, intense, and oozing with romance. I'm envious. I couldn't put it down." – Lauren Kate, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Fallen series"Tahereh Mafi's bold, inventive prose crackles with raw emotion. A thrilling, high-stakes saga of self-discovery and forbidden love, the Shatter Me series is a must-read for fans of dystopian young adult literature – or any literature!" -Ransom Riggs, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children"IGNITE ME really does ignite all five of your senses. It blows your mind and makes you hungry for more of its amazing characters. It will completely blow your expectations; Tahereh Mafi truly knows how to deliver!" – Teenreads.com

A Heart Full Of HatredThe bone-shaking new trilogy continues – the latest adventure in the bestselling Skulduggery Pleasant seriesVengeance is a killer. A killer is stalking and murdering sorcerers, and Valkyrie Cain is next on his list.While hunting down a cult of magical terrorists intent on taking their revenge on the mortal world, Skulduggery and Valkyrie are drawn into a murder investigation with unsettling similarities to a case they just closed – the case that nearly took the lives of both Valkyrie’s sister and girlfriend.With the body count rising, a special night approaches – a night where the elite of sorcerer society will gather on a remote island to witness a ceremony that could change that society forever.Speeches will be made, champagne will be sipped, and two things will become terribly, distressingly clear…No one is safe. And not everyone will make it out alive.

WarriorsErin Hunter’s #1 bestselling Warriors series continues! Discover more epic adventure in this fifth book in the Starless Clan arc.Frostpaw has returned to the lake just in time to reveal all she knows at the Gathering—but the Clans are reluctant to believe an apprentice who’s already admitted to lying about her visions in the past, and she is forced to take refuge in ShadowClan as Splashtail seizes control of her home.While the other Clan leaders debate whether to interfere any further in RiverClan affairs, Nightheart has his paws full teaching Clan ways to the two park cats who followed him home, and Sunbeam’s efforts to fit in as the newest member of ThunderClan are hampered by her concerns for her mother, who is paying for her treachery with exile and illness.As Berryheart’s schemes take an alarming new turn—and Splashtail’s ambitions turn toward violence—a few cats’ efforts may not be enough to preserve the peace.

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Thirteen-year-old Ava lives in Darwin with her family and their homing pigeons, of which Essie is Ava’s favourite. A Japanese family live next door and their son, Kazuo, is Ava’s best and only real friend. Her father is serving overseas. While Essie is taking her first flight, Ava overhears an argument between her mother, and her brother Fred, who has lied about his age to join the militia. After the bombing of Pearl Harbor, he trains in Darwin and later helps set up a pigeon service in Townsville. When most civilians are sent to safety down south, Ava remains in Darwin because her mother (who works in the post office) is essential to the war effort. Later that day, military police take Kazuo and his family away in a truck to a holding camp—much to Ava’s distress—along with many other Japanese people who call Australia home. On February 19, 1942, Darwin is bombed, and Ava and her mother are evacuated in a cattle train with the remaining women and children. After a very difficult journey, they arrive, exhausted, at her grandparent’s home in Lake Boga, where they discover the extent of the damage to Darwin is being concealed from the population. Even those who were actually there know only part of the truth. Desperate to do something to contribute to the war effort, Ava’s mother joins the WAAAF and begins work at the secret Catalina Flying Boat Base. In the meantime, the authorities decide to transfer Kazuo to the men’s camp, separating him from his parents and siblings. Living by rules and rituals has always been how Ava has felt safe, but when Kazuo escapes, she is faced with the hardest decision of all—whether to report a ‘potentially dangerous’ escapee to the authorities, or to protect a beloved friend …

Rival Darling Fake datingHe falls first Cute, clean and wholesome fun vibesNever date a jock – it’s her one rule. He'll do whatever it takes to break it.When seventeen-year-old Violet is left heartbroken by the captain of her school’s ice hockey team, she vows to never date a jock again. But, in an attempt to prove she’s moved on, she turns to the most unlikely person—her ex’s biggest rival, the notorious captain of the Ransom Devils.Reed Darling is gorgeous, mysterious and intimidating, both on and off the ice. Wild rumors constantly circulate about him, and the only thing people love to talk about more than his hockey skills are his exploits as a ruthless heartbreaker and bad boy. Who better to serve as Violet’s fake boyfriend until her ex gets the message, right?But despite the intense rivalry between their two schools and Reed’s infamous reputation, Violet soon starts to wonder if there’s more to him than the gossip suggests. And while she tries her best to control their ‘relationship’ with a list of strict guidelines, Reed has other ideas. He’s set his sights on winning her over and is determined to show Violet he’s not the guy everyone thinks he is.She should have known better than to make a deal with a devil because this one is going to break all her rules.Rival Darling is a YA hockey rom-com with a HEA and no cliffhanger and the first in the Darling Devils series.????? You don't get how many times I had to stop just so I could contain my giggling. This book is a must!????? I fell in love with this book right away. The plot twists. The characters. The love story. Everything. A truly great book if you love romance!????? Read this in one day. So cute and wholesome!!! Loved the couple, and all the side characters. Can't wait for the next book!!!

A brand-new teen fantasy adventure series full of magic and romance by Connie Glynn, the globally bestselling author of The Rosewood Chronicles. Perfect for teen fans of the Twin Crowns series.Astrid glanced up at the looming manor house with all its spires and creeping ivy. A refuge, or just another cage?Astrid and Jonas have only ever had each other. As twins, they share a bond. But they also share something doctors have called twisted and demonic their entire lives- flowers whisper instructions, trees sing of their histories. The siblings are kept away from nature by their caretakers, but it still calls to them.Meanwhile, Gwen knows all about the shadow world of Bloom Bloods - people living among us who have magic running through their veins. They act under the instruction of the Queen, conserving fantastical creatures and studying the ancient melodies of magic to keep the mundane and mystic worlds in harmony. But Gwen failed her application to Fountains Abbey, the venerable school that trains up the next generation of Bloom Bloods, and she is determined to prove her worth.A mysterious evil is spreading throughout the world; unnatural monsters are appearing in hazardous places - monsters that weave discordant magic. When the twins and Gwen collide, their unique abilities are revealed. But will their combined powers be enough to stop what's rising in the darkness?

Wishes can come true in the spooky seaside town of Elston-Fright but only if the mysterious Soul Spinners' Notes can be found. A spine-tingling adventure that answers all the questions that have been buzzing around Corpse, Girl and their friends, by the bestselling author of A Girl Called Corpse.

Wolf KingThe first in the gripping Wereworld series, soon to be a major Netflix animated series.'You're the last of the Werewolves, son. Don't fight it . . . conquer it.'Discover the epic fantasy adventure series as Drew Ferran learns he's the last of a long line of Werewolves - and rightful ruler of a land governed by Werelords.When the air is clear, Drew Ferran can pick up the scent of a predatorWhen the moon breaks through the clouds, a terrifying fever grips him.And when a vicious beast invades his home, his flesh tears, his fingers become claws, and Drew transforms . . .Can Drew battle the Werecreatures determined to destroy him and master the wolf within?Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, Wolf King is perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Skandar and the Unicorn Thief.'Epic' - Guardian'Unpredictable, exciting - hugely recommended' - Bookbag

Everything is not as it should be.Galatea has taken over the throne, Prince Mather has run off with Cinderella, and now Bari must find a new royal to marry. After discovering that there is an illegitimate prince in another Queendom, Bari sets off to make him fall in love with her - and acquire his land as well. But Bari's mission is soon complicated when South joins her and sparks begin to fly . . .Meanwhile, Farrow is on her own journey to reunite with Cinderella and Prince Mather in the first Queendom. Amid brewing conflict, Farrow continues to grapple with her love for Mather and her loyalty to Cinderella.Once as close as sisters, Bari and Farrow now find themselves on opposing sides. Will malice win out, or will Farrow find a way to bring them all back to their less vengeful selves?

An epic 'three parts in one' fantasy quest, in a unique, irresistible package. Compulsive reading from the author of one of the most successful children's fantasy series ever published, Deltora Quest.

A humorous and heartfelt MG debut about chess, girl power, and performance anxiety in elite sports.For fans of Kelly Yang and Celia C. Perez!A humorous and heartfelt MG debut about chess, girl power, and performance anxiety in elite sports.For fans of Kelly Yang and Celia C. Perez!Tick, toc . . . Tick, toc . . . The clock is ticking for May Li, whose middle-school chess team just earned a victory at the state championship, kicking them into high gear in preparation for nationals. What's more exciting for May is that her win came with a special award for being the top female player in the tournament. An award that earns her a spot on a splashy Lingard Middle School campaign celebrating student achievements. May should be thrilled. But some of her teammates, including her supposed-to-be-friend Ralph, aren't too keen on the special attention she's getting-and they're even questioning her skills. Backed into a corner, but not one to back down, May makes a move- She bets Ralph she can win Lingard's internal chess tournament and become team captain for nationals. Under the pressure of her teammates and school's expectations, May starts to crumble under pressure. Anxious feelings begin to take the fun out of chess and even affect her game. Now finding the joy in chess may be just what May needs to do in order to win the bet. The board is set. The game is on! The crown is May's for the taking.

When Daphne Green discovers her father has hired a bodyguard to protect her, her life is upended. Although Milosh Petrov is nothing like what she expected from a bodyguard – he’s 18, incredibly handsome, and determined to protect her whether she likes it or not. But bodyguards aren’t exactly a coveted accessory, and the pair agree that in social settings Milosh will pose as her boyfriend to save questions. Turns out Milosh is just as good at being a fake boyfriend as he is at being a real lifesaver...

The first in the thrilling Fallen Academy series, sitting at the sweet spot between romantasy and dark academia, with an apocalyptic war between angels and demons thrown in for good measure. Get ready for your new obsession.The first in the thrilling Fallen Academy series, sitting at the sweet spot between romantasy and dark academia, with an apocalyptic war between angels and demons thrown in for good measure. Get ready for your new obsession.When angels fell from the sky to war with the demons that ravaged Earth, their combined powers infected humanity. Now, the humans are assigned one of two fates- demon gifted or angel blessed.After wings sprout from Brielle's back at her awakening ceremony, she's sure she's an angel-blessed celestial-until she sees black wings and realizes something is terribly wrong.Having sold her contract at a young age to save her father's life means she should be bound for Tainted Academy. That is, until a fallen angel unexpectedly fights for her to be accepted into Fallen Academy, the elite school for those that inhabit Angel City.She's immediately matched with her impossibly handsome celestial teacher Lincoln Grey. Laying eyes on him, her first thought is that her time at the academy might actually be fun, but this theory quickly fades when she and Lincoln clash on day one. To further prove her admission into Fallen Academy is cursed, the entire school is thrown into chaos when an Abrus demon reveals that he knows Brielle's secret. Now, above all else, Lincoln must fight to protect her-and fight his feelings for her.