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Seven Deadly Thorns is a dark academia romantasy that combines the Cruel Prince with Powerless, weaving a tale that will leave a mark on your heart.In the Kingdom of Aragoa, magic is punishable by death, and even the students at Vandenberghe Academy are not exempt. When Viola Sinclair's deadly shadow magic is exposed, the queen orders her assassin, Roze Roquelart, to hunt her down within seven days. To mark the deadline, a cursed tattoo of a seven-thorned rose is etched onto his arm. If Roze fails to kill Viola, he will face the same fate.Roze, an entitled prince and Viola's bitter rival, sees an opportunity in her magic and is willing to spare her life in exchange for her help. The two enemies must work together, navigating dangerous threats and forbidden desires as they uncover dark secrets that could jeopardize everything.With a fake engagement as a cover, Viola and Roze must confront their deepest desires and decide if they are willing to risk everything for a chance at love, even if it means destroying their kingdom.Experience the intense, captivating enemies-to-lovers romance filled with destructive magic and deadly consequences in Seven Deadly Thorns.

Dustin Thao is a Vietnamese-American writer based in New York City. He is the New York Times bestselling author of You've Reached Sam and When Haru Was Here. Dustin graduated from Amherst College with a BA in Political Science and is currently in a PhD program at Northwestern University. You've Found Oliver is his latest book.

Wildsmith 2: City Of SecretsRowan loves living in the Dark Forest with her grandfather, where she's learning to be a wildsmith – a person who can heal and speak to animals. But she worries about her father, who remains in the city while the war with the Estrians rages on.So when her father arrives in the Dark Forest, Rowan is delighted. But he has only come to deliver an orphaned pegasus who is being hunted by the Estrians.Soon, danger comes closer than ever, threatening Rowan and her family. Who can Rowan trust? And with her family divided and the war ongoing, where does Rowan belong now?

Paedyn Gray and Kai Azer return to the Kingdom of Ilya... ​ ​ And Paedyn has a life-altering choice to make. Whatever she decides will determine her fate – and the fate of those around her – forever. ​ ​ In the ultimate battle of love and loyalty, who wins?  Be swept away by the conclusion to the smash hit, dagger-to-the-throat romantasy trilogy.

The impossible puzzles, irresistible romance and shocking twists continue in the second instalment in the brand-new GRANDEST GAMES series, set in the world of the #1 bestselling THE INHERITANCE GAMES.<p>FIVE PLAYERS REMAIN.Seven Players arrived on Hawthorne Island to play a billionaire's game. Now only five remain, and the race to the finish line is on.EVERYONE IS A LIAR.The heat turns up on the competition - and between the players - and it becomes increasingly clear that no one will emerge from the Grandest Game unscathed.AND SOMEONE IS WATCHING.Millions are at stake, but so are hearts - and lives.THE GAME IS ON.The stakes get higher, the game gets twistier, and everything heats up in this newest instalment in the TikTok sensation Inheritance Games Saga - now over 6 MILLION COPIES sold.</p>

From Justin Somper, award-winning author of the Vampirates series, comes a fast-paced and exciting fantasy adventure series perfect for readers of How to Train Your Dragon or Artemis Fowl.

Alex Aster is a #1 New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Publishers Weekly bestselling author as well as an internationally bestselling author and one of the most followed novelists on social media. She graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied creative writing, and is also the author of the critically acclaimed Emblem Island series. Explore the world of Lightlark at asterverse.com.

HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The epic adventure continues . . . Don’t miss the unputdownable new book in the international bestselling SKANDAR series, for readers ages 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Impossible Creatures.Skandar and the Unicorn Thief was WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022 and WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023!Skandar and the Phantom Rider was one of THE SUNDAY TIMES BEST BOOKS FOR CHILDREN 2023 The Island always wins… Skandar and his sister Kenna are finally both at the Eyrie, but tensions are high. To survive their third year of training, Skandar and his friends must complete a series of terrifying trials across the Island’s elemental zones. Friendships, allegiances and rider-unicorn bonds will be pushed to the limit – only the strongest will make it. Meanwhile Kenna’s forged bond to a wild unicorn has left her alienated and alone. And when a terrible discovery puts the future of the Island in peril, all fingers point in one direction . . . As dark forces assemble, Skandar must decide how far is he willing to go – for Kenna, and for the Eyrie. Get ready for unlikely heroes, elemental magic, sky battles, ancient secrets and ferocious unicorns in this highly anticipated adventure that will keep you reading after lights out! Have you read Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, the first book in the SKANDAR series?'Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm.' – The Times Children's Book of the Week‘Pacy, enthralling and epic, a gripping read.’ – Louie Stowell, author of Loki ‘A dazzling feat of imagination. I loved every breathless moment of it!’ – Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper’s Island and co-author of Twin Crowns‘The best book I’ve ever read.’ – Patrick, age 10‘My book of the year. Not since Harry Potter have I felt this excited about a series. Readers are sure to be clamouring for the next book. You’ll never look at unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to!’ – Dominique Valente, author of Starfell ‘Never have unicorns been so ferocious, fearsome and thrilling! A fantastically gripping read!’ – Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Rainbow Grey‘A magnificent book. I raced through it – at turns enthralled, delighted, amazed. It’s everything I could have wanted and more. No doubt this book is going to fly.’ – Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear‘Skandar and the Unicorn Thief brims with wild adventure, fierce sky battles, elemental magic, ferocious unicorns and a terrifying enemy. Steadman's cinematic writing draws you in from the very first page, creating a hugely compelling, unforgettable read. Endlessly thrilling, unputdownable and utterly unmissable.’ – Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn‘A. F. Steadman has created a stunning new world that feels both familiar and fresh, with a cast of characters that will stay with you long after you’ve finished reading.’ –T?lá Okogwu, author of Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun'Perfect for those who have consumed the Harry Potter books and Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy and are looking for their next fictional feast.' – The Sunday Times

From the number one bestselling author Catherine Doyle comes the most fiery enemies-to-lovers romantasy of the year. Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Leigh Bardugo and Stephanie Garber. In the dark underbelly of a beautiful city, two rival assassins are pitted against each other in a deadly game of revenge, where the most dangerous mistake of all is falling in love… In Fantome, a kingdom of cobbled streets, flickering lamplight, beautiful buildings, and secret catacombs, Shade-magic is a scarce and deadly commodity controlled by two enemy guilds: the Cloaks and the Daggers – the thieves and the assassins. On the night of her mother’s murder, 17-year-old Seraphine runs for her life. Seeking sanctuary with the Cloaks, Sera’s heart is set on revenge. But are her secret abilities a match for the dark-haired boy whose quicksilver eyes follow her around the city? Nothing can prepare Sera for the moment she finally comes face-to-face with Ransom, heir to the Order of Daggers. And Ransom is shocked to discover that this unassuming farmgirl wields a strange and blazing magic he has never seen before… Among rumours of monsters stalking the streets and the rival guilds grappling for control of Fantome’s underworld, Sera and Ransom are drawn together by something more than just magic and must face a deadly choice - forgiveness or vengeance? Kiss or kill? Dagger or Flame? Note: The Dagger and the Flame is recommended for readers aged 16+

Silverborn: The Mystery Of Morrigan Crow The highly anticipated fourth book in the award-winning Nevermoor series from one of Australia's best selling and most loved authors.In the magical city of Nevermoor, long-buried secrets are coming to light, and Morrigan Crow's life is about to turn upside down . . . When Morrigan is invited into Nevermoor's wealthy Silver District, she discovers a world of extravagance and a family mystery she's eager to unravel. She could never imagine where it will lead: a white wedding, a golden dragon and a red pool of blood.Embroiled in suspicion and danger, Morrigan leaps headfirst into a murder investigation, while also grappling with her ever-growing Wundersmith powers. And although her friends are there to help, she fears that could change if they learn she's keeping a terrible secret of her own.As shadowy forces awaken in Nevermoor, can Morrigan find a killer and solve the mystery in her own past . . . before the clock strikes midnight?Jessica Townsend weaves a spellbinding tale of magic and mystery in this thrilling new installment of the Nevermoor series.PRAISE AND AWARDS FOR NEVERMOOR: THE TRIALS OF MORRIGAN CROWBest Children's Fiction, Aurealis Awards 2017Book of the Year, Australian Book Industry Awards 2018Book of the Year for Younger Children, Australian Book Industry Awards 2018The Matt Richell Award for New Writer of the Year, Australian Book Industry Awards 2018Book of the Year, Indie Book Awards 2018Australian Booksellers Association, Nielsen Booksellers' Choice Award 2018Dymocks Book of the Year 2018QBD Book of the Year 2018Younger Fiction, Waterstones Children's Book Prize (UK) 2018South Australian Premiers' Award 2020'Townsend's intensely cinematic writing, quirky humour and superior world-building conjure a genuinely fresh take on magical fantasy' THE BOOKSELLER'It really is brilliant, with an engaging plot, plenty of twists, memorable characters and a marvellous sense of humour. Pick it up and the hours disappear, just like magic' DAILY TELEGRAPH'Enter the world of Nevermoor and its fantastical inhabitants, and be utterly enchanted' COURIER-MAIL'Exciting, mysterious, marvellous and magical . . . quite simply one of the best children's books I've read in years' ROBIN STEVENS, author of Murder Most Unladylike

Six Of Crows *The Grishaverse will be coming to Netflix soon with SHADOW AND BONE, an original series!* Nominated for the CILIP Carnegie Medal 2017, this fantasy epic from the No. 1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of the Grisha trilogy is gripping, sweeping and memorable - perfect for fans of George R. R. Martin, Laini Taylor, and Kristin Cashore. Criminal prodigy Kaz Brekker is offered a chance at a deadly heist that could make him rich beyond his wildest dreams - but he can't pull it off alone. A convict with a thirst for revenge. A sharpshooter who can't walk away from a wager. A runaway with a privileged past. A spy known as the Wraith. A Heartrender using her magic to survive the slums. A thief with a gift for unlikely escapes. Six dangerous outcasts. One impossible heist. Kaz's crew is the only thing that might stand between the world and destruction - if they don't kill each other first. An epic new exploration of the Grisha universe from the writer of SHADOW AND BONE, SIEGE AND STORM, and RUIN AND RISING, totally consuming for both old fans and new.

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

The Naturals: Bad BloodCold cases get hot in this unputdownable mystery from Jennifer Lynn Barnes, no.1 New York Times bestselling author of The Inheritance Games series. Perfect for fans of A Good Girl's Guide to Murder.All of your burning questions are answered in this shocking conclusion to the Naturals series - now with a bonus Naturals novella, Twelve, in print for the first time!When Cassie Hobbes joined the FBI's Naturals program, she had one goal: uncover the truth about her mother's murder. But now, everything Cassie thought she knew about what happened that night has been called into question. Her mother is alive, and the people holding her captive are more powerful - and dangerous - than anything the Naturals have faced so far. As Cassie and the team work to uncover the secrets of a group that has been killing in secret for generations, they find themselves racing a ticking clock. When the bodies begin piling up, it soon becomes apparent that this time, the Naturals aren't just hunting serial killers.They're being hunted.Born smart. Born tough. Born FBI.'The Naturals is Criminal Minds for the YA world, and I loved every page' - Ally Carter, New York Times bestselling author

The Shadow Bride Sink your teeth into a deliciously gothic enemies-to-lovers vampire romance, set in the world of the New York Times bestselling series Serpent & Dove!Full of everything I love: a sparkling and fully-realized heroine, an intricate and deadly system of magic, and a searing romance that kept me reading long into the night. – Sarah J Maas on Serpent & DoveCélie’s life is over. She took her final breath trying to save the people she loves—including the powerful and enigmatic vampire king, Michal, who refused to let her go. When Célie wakes, she cannot walk in the sun; she can hear her friends’ heartbeats and she craves their blood. Michal has cursed her to the eternal existence of a vampire.But Célie isn’t the only dead roaming the earth. Her sister, Filippa, has returned as a shadow of her former self, and other revenants are rising from their graves intent on revenge. The fragile balance between life and death has broken, awakening an even darker force—and he is coming for Célie, ready to claim her as his Bride. With the fate of their world at stake, Célie and Michal must set aside their searing attraction to mend the veil and right the balance, once and for all.In the thrilling conclusion of the duology set in the world of the New York Times bestselling Serpent & Dove series by Shelby Mahurin, a vampire and the woman who tried to kill him prove that true love can conquer anything, even Death.

Book 4 in this thrilling horror-fantasy series by Curtis Jobling.SOON TO BE A MAJOR ANIMATED NETFLIX SERIES! War has gripped the Seven Realms. Young Werewolf Drew Ferran, rightful king of Westland, has rushed to the aid of the Staglords, whose mountain stronghold is besieged by the forces of the Werelion, Prince Lucas. And deep in the haunted Dyrewood forest, the Wereladies Gretchen and Whitley seek sanctuary within the city of Brackenholme. No army has ever breached the city walls, but danger could be closer than they think...As Lyssia's greatest war rumbles towards a thunderous climax, the lines between friend and foe are blurred. What if the enemy is one of their own?Discover the page-turning Wereworld series, perfect for fans of Percy Jackson, Skandar and Artemis Fowl.'Epic' - Guardian 'Unpredictable, exciting - hugely recommended' - Bookbag