The Secret Romantic's Book Of Magic
Dear Village The Secret Romantic's Book Of Magic $42.99
The Secret Romantic's Book Of Magic Enemies become lovers, rivalry turns to romance, and convenient marriages create true love in these 12 addictive Romantasy tales. Featuring Olivie Blake, Kelley Armstrong, Katherine Arden, Hannah Nicole Maehrer, Tasha Suri, Melissa Marr and more. Fall in love with these twelve gorgeous Romantasy stories from bestselling and beloved authors.Lost lovers return for a second chance – but what are their motives? Academic rivals compete for a prestigious position, but their sizzling chemistry might get in the way. A monster slayer posing as an unwitting sacrifice meets an intriguingly moral prince.From relationships caught in disparate timelines to ghostly ballrooms and dragons that need rescuing from princesses, this anthology gives you an inventive new spin on all your favorite tropes, and much more that you’ve never seen before.FEATURING BRAND-NEW STORIES FROM:Olivie BlakeA. G. SlatterTasha SuriKatherine ArdenKelley ArmstrongHannah N. MaehrerMelissa MarrMegan BannenKelly AndrewKamilah ColeA. C. WiseEliza Chan
Maple Hills Box Set
Dear Village Maple Hills Box Set $59.99
Maple Hills Box SetPick up the entire Maple Hills Series in one gorgeous collectible slipcase, including all three of Hannah Grace’s beloved bestsellers: Icebreaker, Wildfire and Daydream.Treat yourself and your bookshelf to this stunning boxed set, containing all three Maple Hills paperbacks. You’ll devour Nate and Stassie’s love story in Icebreaker, the global phenomenon that first captured reader’s hearts; Russ and Aurora’s whirlwind summer will leave you breathless; and finally Henry and Halle’s tale will be the slow-burn romance you didn’t know you needed.Please note: The Maple Hills Series contains 18+ content and is not suitable for younger readers.
Killer On The Road
Dear Village Killer On The Road $39.99
Killer On The Road A pulse-pounding and blood-soaked tale of survival on the highway as a hitchhiking teenager is thrust into a deadly game of cat and mouse with a brutal serial killer. Perfect for fans of Grady Hendrix, Rachel Harrison, and Keith Rosson.Sixteen-year-old Harper has decided to run away from home after she has another blow-out argument with her mother. Her two best friends, little sister, and ex-boyfriend stage an intervention disguised as a road trip to stop her from hitchhiking her way up Route 80 in Wyoming. What they don’t realize is that Harper has been marked by a unique serial killer who’s been trolling the highway for the past three years.Now the killer is after all of them, and they are thrust into an explosive, pulse-pounding and terrifying race for survival down the interstate. As the body-count rises, Harper will break all the limits to bring the killer down.
Heir Of Illusion
Dear Village Heir Of Illusion $34.99
Heir Of Illusion Don't miss out on the dark and captivating world of Heir of Illusion. Buy your copy now and prepare to be spellbound!
I Who Have Never Known Men
Dear Village I Who Have Never Known Men $36.99
I Who Have Never Known Men The Handmaid's Tale meets The Road in this haunting, heartbreaking tale of female resilience in a post-apocalyptic world. SISTERHOOD. SECRETS. SURVIVAL. Discover the haunting, heart-breaking post-apocalyptic TikTok sensation, now available in a beautiful hardback gift edition. Deep underground, thirty-nine women are kept in isolation in a cage. Above ground, a world awaits. Has it been abandoned? Devastated by a virus? Watched over by guards, the women have no memory of how they got there, no notion of time, and only vague recollection of their lives before. But, as the burn of electric light merges day into night and numberless years pass, a young girl - the fortieth prisoner - sits alone an outcast in the corner. Soon she will show herself to be the key to the others' escape and survival in the strange world that awaits them above ground. The woman who will never know men. WITH A NEW INTRODUCTION BY SOPHIE MACKINTOSH, BOOKER PRIZE-LONGLISTED AUTHOR OF THE WATER CURE Discover the reader obsession of 2025**Orlanda, the next sensation from Jacquline Harpman, is available now**
As Many Souls As Stars: The Most Anticipated Gothic Historical Sapphic Fantasy Of 2025
Dear Village As Many Souls As Stars: The Most Anticipated Gothic Historical Sapphic Fantasy Of 2025 $32.99
As Many Souls As Stars: The Most Anticipated Gothic Historical Sapphic Fantasy Of 2025 1592. Cybil Harding, daughter of a secret alchemist, was born under cursed stars. Destined to bring disaster to those around her, Cybil is trapped in a grand house with a mother paralysed by grief and a father willing to sacrifice everything in pursuit of magic.Miriam Richter is a creature born of shadow. Forged by the dark arts, she is doomed to exist for eternity and destined to be alone consuming the souls of mortals for sustenance.Everything changes when Miriam meets Cybil, whose soul shines with a light so bright, she must claim it for herself. Miriam offers a bargain- she will grant Cybil reincarnation and the chance to change her stars in exchange for her soul.Thus begins a dance across centuries as Miriam seeks Cybil in every lifetime to claim her prize. But Cybil isn't inclined to play by the rules. As the two women circle each other, drawn together inescapably as light and dark, the bond forged between them grows stronger. In their battle for dominance, only one of them can win - but perhaps they can't survive without each other.Natasha Siegel's fantasy debut is full of transporting historical detail, with thrilling twists and an abiding, thought-provoking romance that feels at once epic and deeply personal. Ambitious, gothic, and magical, As Many Souls as Stars is about the lengths we go to protect ourselves, our legacy, and those we love.
A Dark Forgetting
Dear Village A Dark Forgetting $32.99
A Dark Forgetting The #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Crimson Moth (published as Heartless Hunter in North America) weaves an epic love story of a magical girl, the boy she left behind, and a deadly curse.'Lush, dark, and romantic. I could have remained lost in the woods forever' Isabel Ibañez, #1 New York Times bestselling author of What the River Knows'A tale comprised of deep emotion, sizzling romance, and a gripping mystery’ Tricia Levenseller, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Shadows Between UsSing us a song of the forest, of the Wood King who rules there, and the tithe he demands…No matter how far Emeline Lark runs, the song of the forest reaches her, luring her away from her dreams of the stage and back to her small town and its superstitions.But every superstition is rooted in truth, and when her grandfather goes missing Emeline will be forced to return to Edgewood and the forest beyond.There, even Hawthorne Fell, a brooding tithe collector, cannot dissuade her from her path – a path that will lead her into the court of the fabled Wood King himself – and into a bargain with the deadliest price.'Darkly gorgeous and moving… full of curses and fae magic that will capture your heart and wrap it in thorns before setting you free again, forever changed' Evelyn Skye, New York Times bestselling author of The Crown's GameOriginally published in North America as Edgewood.
Bonds Of Hercules
Dear Village Bonds Of Hercules $34.99
Bonds Of HerculesIn this hotly anticipated follow-up to Jasmine Mas's BLOOD OF HERCULES, the stakes are higher and the villains darker than ever…Every hero has their monsters.And Alexis is bound to hers: tied eternally, irrevocably to the Underworld's dark heirs in a marriage that has shaken the foundations of Olympus – and everything Alexis once believed. Reeling, she enlists in the Assembly of Death with her mentors, set on wrecking vengeance on her husbands and uncovering the truth behind her deadly powers.She will soon teach them all that a god can't be manacled. And a monster can't be caged…
The Shadow Weaver
Dear Village The Shadow Weaver $34.99
The Shadow Weaver Steel hides her secretsShadows hold her truthHer fate is forged in fireCaris Ironside crafts legendary swords and can wield them better than most men. But the shadowy power at her fingertips will be her death sentence if it is exposed.Desperate for a way into the heart of Capita - to avenge her mother's murder - Caris enters a brutal tournament disguised as a man. In a city ruled by those who hunt her kind, Caris relies on the help of two allies: Cillian, a fellow blacksmith, and Torgrin, the army captain who infuriates her - who is as cold and unyieldingas Cillian is warm.As danger closes in, Caris finds herself at the centre of a much bigger plot, and it will take all her power to get herand her friends out alive. Will love and loyalty be enough when the darkness inside begins to surface ... or will the shadows claim them all?Welcome to Eritz. May the shadows guide you.The Shadow Weaver is an epic romantic fantasy filled with forbidden power, deadly secrets and heart-pounding action.Early Reader Buzz:"Exactly what I crave in a romantasy. I am dyyyying for the next book...""Instantly obsessed""The Shadow Weaver wove its way right into my heart""The world building in this is one of my favourites ... so beautiful""Absolutely recommend to any fantasy or romance lovers""Heartbreaking, hopeful, tense, funny and everything in between!"
Valley
Dear Village Valley $29.99
ValleyThe final instalment in the bestselling Glacian Trilogy from TikTok darling Stacey McEwan sees the conclusion to Dawsyn Sabar's epic romantasy quest to free her people... great for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Danielle L. Jensen and Raven Kennedy.Book III of the Glacian TrilogyWith a contingent of hundreds, Dawsyn must lead her people home, but she has no way of knowing what will lie ahead, or what might follow behind..."All things find a way back home."At the bottom of the Chasm, Dawsyn and her followers traipse through the darkness to find their long-awaited home. But there are whispers all around them and safety is never guaranteed. With her powers much depleted, and food supplies running low, will they even survive the journey?Above, the Queen and the new King of Glacia still bay for Dawsyn's blood, and they will not stop in their quest to destroy her. And with the help of someone Dawsyn thought her friend, they creep ever closer.Long-buried secrets will be revealed, hearts will be broken and a new day will dawn. Who will reign in this climactic conclusion to the epic Glacian Trilogy?
Fairydale
Dear Village Fairydale $34.99
Fairydale Gothic brings together historical and paranormal romance in this viral, USA Today bestselling sensation. Follow the journey of an orphaned English teacher as she travels to a mysterious coastal town to claim her inheritance. Along the way, she encounters forbidden love, supernatural intrigue, and ancient evil, while being torn between two enigmatic men—one from the present and one from the past. This edition includes a never-before-seen epilogue.“I might be evil personified, but you’re the only one I’ll ever be good to.”In August 1955, Miss Darcy O’Sullivan, an orphaned English teacher from Boston, receives surprising news that her biological father has passed away and she is included in his will. The condition? She must travel to Fairydale to attend his funeral.Enticed by the promise of a substantial inheritance, Darcy sets out for the small coastal town that holds the secrets of her birth. However, upon arrival, strange occurrences begin to unfold. Mysterious rumors, unexplained deaths, and enigmatic men like brooding Caleb Hale, a member of the infamous Hale family, all add to the intrigue.As Darcy becomes more entangled with Caleb during the day, embracing her sensuality and stepping out of her comfort zone, she finds herself enraptured by Amon d’Artan in her dreams—a nobleman from two centuries ago, sweet and suave compared to Caleb's intense and dangerous demeanor. Amidst lies, deceit, and inexplicable events, Darcy must navigate a web of uncertainty that tests her sanity.When an ancient evil threatens Fairydale and all that Darcy holds dear, she faces the ultimate choice. Will she survive the darkness that looms over the town, or will she succumb to its malevolent forces?
In The Veins Of The Drowning
Dear Village In The Veins Of The Drowning $24.99
In The Veins Of The Drowning A SEDUCTIVE SIREN ROMANTASY WITH A DARK TWIST...TROPES:Slow Burn Romance Morally Grey CharactersSupressed Powers Marriage BondForced ProximityTouch her & you ****The monster is always slain... Imogen Nel is in hiding. Hiding from a cruel kingdom that believes Sirens are monstrous, blood-hungry creatures. Hiding from a king and his captain who viciously hunt her kind. Hiding from her own alluring abilities. By keeping herself from the sea, Imogen's bloodlust is dulled, and her black wings remain hidden beneath her skin. When a neighbouring king comes to visit, Imogen can no longer hide. He knows precisely what she is, and he believes she is a lost Siren heiress who can save both their kingdoms from an even greater monster. But Imogen's magic threatens to violently reveal itself, and the two form a blood bond that protects them both. They flee the kingdom together, traversing waters teeming with the undead. As the lines between duty to their people and desire for each other begin to blur, Imogen worries her own ancestral powers may not be enough to kill what hunts her-the only way to defeat a monster may be to become one herself. ****PRAISE FOR IN THE VEINS OF THE DROWNING 'An absolute riptide of a book. It draws you in, pulls you under... I was completely swept away' RACHEL GILLIG, Sunday Times bestselling author of ONE DARK WINDOW 'A provocative dark fantasy with all the alluring qualities of siren's song. Sensuous and lushly romantic' AVA REID, New York Times bestselling author of A STUDY IN DROWNING'Cassidy has written your new favourite romantasy couple... In the Veins of the Drowning will sink its lure into you and leave you breathless' ALLISON SAFT, author of A DARK AND DROWNING TIDE'Perilous stakes underscore a defiant, hate-to-love affair that's as vulnerable as it is sexy... A sprawling, incandescent debut that emerges with talons and teeth' ISABEL AGAJANIAN, author of MODERN DIVINATION 'In the Veins of the Drowning will lure you in like a siren's call... Imogen and Theo are perfect reflections of each other and I have no doubt they will ensnare the hearts of readers the way they've ensnared mine' MADDIE MARTINEZ, author of THE MAIDEN AND HER MONSTER
The Will Of The Many
Dear Village The Will Of The Many 2 $34.99
'Phenomenal! One of the best high fantasy novels I've read in years-think Red Rising meets The Name of the Wind. I couldn't put it down.' - LYNETTE NONIThis new edition of book one in the Hierarchy series features never-before-seen bonus materials, including a full-colour map by the author, a note to the reader and new cover art. AUDI. VICE. TACE.The Catenan Republic-the Hierarchy-may rule the world, but they do not know everything.I tell them my name is Vis Telimus. I tell them I was orphaned three years ago, and that only good fortune has got me into their most prestigious school. I tell them that, when I graduate, I will allow my strength and drive-what they call Will-to be leeched away and added to the power of those above me, as everyone must do.I tell them that I belong, and they believe me.But the truth is that I have been sent to the Academy to solve a murder. To search for an ancient weapon. To uncover secrets that may tear the Republic apart.And that I will never cede my Will to the empire that executed my family.To survive, though, I will have to rise through the Academy's ranks, and win. Because if I cannot, those who know my real name will no longer have any use for me.And if the Hierarchy finds out who I truly am, they will kill me.PRAISE FOR THE WILL OF THE MANY-'Fans of Pierce Brown's Red Rising will enjoy this book, but it's darker, deeper, and takes unexpected paths worth traveling. Trust that the author will get you there in the end.' - KIRKUS (starred review)'Islington subverts the magic school trope and Roman-inspired world building to make this fantasy-dystopian setting distinctly his own... He hits the nail right on the head...The pages truly whiz by.' AUREALIS'The most high-octane, twisting and turning magical conspiracy I have ever read. I stayed up all night to finish it and had to pick my jaw up off the ground once I was done...The magic system and world building felt up there with some of the best in the genre.' READINGS'Islington cleverly intersperses the world and character building with bursts of action and intrigue which kept me gripped from beginning to end...A fabulously addictive read which I would recommend for lovers of epic fantasy.' GOOD READING (4.5 stars)'The Will of the Many is my favourite book of 2023. One of the best fantasy books I have read...If you haven't read fantasy before this is the one to start with.' JEREMY, PAGE & BLACMORE BOOKSELLERS
The Rose Field: The Book Of Dust Volume Three
Dear Village The Rose Field: The Book Of Dust Volume Three $34.99
The Rose Field: The Book Of Dust Volume ThreeThe long-awaited and highly anticipated conclusion to Philip Pullman's bestselling The Book of Dust sequence.'Lyra- what will you do when you find this place in the desert, the opening to the world of the roses?''Defend it,' Lyra said. 'Die defending it.'When readers left Lyra in The Secret Commonwealth she was alone, in the ruins of a deserted city. Pantalaimon had run from her - part of himself - in search of her imagination, which he believed she had lost. Lyra travelled across the world from her Oxford home in search of her dæmon. And Malcolm, loyal Malcolm, too journeyed far from home, towards the Silk Roads in search of Lyra . . .In The Rose Field, their quests converge in the most dangerous, breathtaking and world-changing ways. They must take help from spies and thieves, gryphons and witches, old friends and new, learning all the while the depth and surprising truths of the alethiometer. All around them, the world is aflame - made terrifying by fear, power and greed.As they move East, towards the red building that will reunite them and give them answers - on Dust, on the special roses, on imagination - so too does the Magisterium, at war against all that Lyra holds dear.Marking thirty years since the world was first introduced to Pullman's remarkable heroine Lyra Belacqua in Northern Lights, The Rose Field is the culmination of the cultural phenomenon of The Book of Dust and His Dark Materials.
Daughter Of No Worlds Daughter Of No Worlds
Dear Village Daughter Of No Worlds $34.99
Daughter Of No WorldsCarissa Broadbent has been concerning teachers and parents with mercilessly grim tales since she was roughly nine years old. Since then, her stories have gotten (slightly) less depressing and (hopefully a lot?) more readable. Today, she writes novels that blend epic fantasy plots with a heaping dose of romance. She lives with her husband, her son, one very badly behaved rabbit and one perpetually sceptical cat in Rhode Island. She is the author of the New York Times bestselling Crowns of Nyaxia series, starting with The Serpent and the Wings of Night.