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At the center of a forbidden ruin, an artifact of black stone is unearthed. Archaeologist Ru Delara, vilified by the scientific community for believing in magic, is summoned to investigate. But when she arrives, she finds herself inexorably drawn to the artifact, even though it could harbor untold destructive power. Unable to resist its pull, Ru reaches out to touch the stone....

Leonie is living her best life. Still in her twenties, she’s beautiful and successful and has just met Markus, the man of her dreams. But Leonie has a secret. Ten years ago, she was involved in an accident in which another driver died. Leonie shouldn’t have been behind the wheel that night—no license, no insurance—so she fled the scene. And ever since, she’s been struggling to deal with the terrible guilt. Now, as her wedding to Markus draws near, it seems someone is out to get her.

Deep in the forests of Nordland, in a cabin on a small island, Juno has lived in almost complete isolation since early childhood. She has only Mother, Father, and her little brother Boy for company. They live in constant fear. Because danger lurks on the other side of the lake, seeking them out—Strangers, as they call them, who want to take revenge on their father and destroy the family. They live safely, under seven strict commandments—until everything changes. When Juno is spotted by a Stranger she sets in motion a chain of frightening events.

It's not all sugar and spice at Basil's Bakery, where seventeen-year-old Aurelie is an overworked, underappreciated apprentice. Still, the job offers stability, which no-nonsense Aurelie values highly, so she keeps her head down and doesn't dare to dream big—until a stranger walks in and hands her a set of Seeking stones. In a country where Seeking was old-fashioned even before magic went out of style, it's a rare skill, but Aurelie has it. The stranger, who turns out to be a remarkably bothersome bounty hunter named Iliana, asks for Aurelie's help rescuing someone from the Underwood.

Alice Brown has just landed her dream job as property manager at Davenport Manor, a British stately home. However, her dream job soon threatens to become a nightmare when she discovers her boss, Jeremy Davenport, in a compromising position. Her shock is exacerbated when Jeremy, far from being embarrassed or apologetic about what happened, manipulates the situation until somehow, she’s the one in the wrong. He and his best friend Ethan Hayes, the head of security at Davenport Manor, give her an ultimatum.

Silvercrest Court is the second book in the Daughter of Shadow fantasy romance series, which must be listened to in order. Daughter of Shadow is a slow-burn, slow-build why choose fantasy romance series featuring action-packed sword and sorcery with a strong heroine, a pet dragon, and irresistible guys.

The first-born dragons died over a hundred years ago, and their rebirth is the last hope in the realm's battle against the Ebon Queen. Only Calla's dragon soul can spark their life. As fugitives, Calla and her men struggle to find people who can aid them on their journey to the dragon city. A visit to an elven court to request aid from Galen's friend creates unexpected consequences and adds urgency to their travels. Running out of options, the party is forced to enter Devin's unsavory world of assassins and thieves to seek help from an unusual source.

Alexandra and Erin's wedding will be the first ever Royal Wedding between two women. It soon transpires that there is a group of people working to not let the wedding happen. When things start to get tense amongst close family and friends, who exactly can they trust Alexandra and Erin are perfect for each other. Will they get to walk down the aisle in the end?

Princess Alexandra, the heir to the British Throne, has bravely come out to the world to fight for her fledgling relationship with Sergeant Erin Kennedy, her bodyguard. Erin is struggling with a sense of purpose in her new life as a Royal Girlfriend and partner to one of the most famous women in the world. Princess Alexandra has started a charity to support LGBTQ youth and she becomes increasingly threatened by incidents involving protesters who don't want a lesbian Queen.

I am the Ebon Queen's daughter of shadow, but I am not hers. She has threatened my men, and if she harms them, I will unleash dark magic. Would my shadows defeat the queen—or strengthen my bond to her instead? The dragon flights have returned but they throw our plans into disarray. Their first-born will destroy everything that stands between them and their desire to end the Ebon Queen—and that could include me. Luin offers to help but I'm unsure he wants to become more than my guardian, and the men now question whether an alliance is possible with such creatures.

Olympic Equestrian Champion Victoria Grey-Hughes is the best friend of Queen Alexandra. Victoria is a single mother, determined to do the best for her child. She is fiercely guarded and she doesn't do dating or relationships. Victoria has always been a lot better with animals than with people. The one woman Victoria finds herself consistently drawn to is the one woman who is totally forbidden. Will Victoria be able to find herself and in doing so, find her home?

Something magical is just what I’ve been looking for. I’ve never felt good enough amongst my husband’s richer friends, but a Valentine’s weekend in a stunning new hotel in Finnish Lapland is our chance to shine. The staff promise perfection by recreating our fondest memories—the happiest moments of our lives.

Ru Delara, archaeologist, has finally proven that magic exists. Fen Verrill has vanished in the wake of his dark revelation, leaving Ru with a shattered heart. The cruelly handsome Lord D'Luc now holds Ru and her volatile artifact captive. Meanwhile, conspiracy brews in the city of Mirith, its court overtaken and infatuated with the worship of a vengeful god. Ru and Fen are drawn inevitably to the heart of it. But everything in the palace is not as it seems, and Ru soon finds herself at a terrible crossroads: the future of the entire kingdom is hers to decide.

Discover the origins of one of literature's most famous couples, Romeo and Juliet, and their creator, William Shakespeare, in this fun and informative addition to the What Is the Story Of? series.

England, 1868: Orphaned and penniless, eighteen-year-old Sarah is left the sole guardian of her beloved little sister Lucy—who she’s vowed to protect at all costs. With nowhere left to turn, she is forced to accept mysterious widower James Mills’s proposal of marriage. She believes being his bride can’t possibly be as bad as the threat of the workhouse. But nothing prepares her for the darkness of her marriage, the shocking secrets of her new family, and the lengths she will have to go to keep her sister safe…

Tess now knows the truth: Luke Albright is the Devil. He lied to her and kept that side of himself hidden. Now she’s in over her head, but she needs to know what else he’s been keeping from her. Lucifer wants Tess. She’s buried herself deep into his soul and he can’t see a future without her. But now it seems like she’ll never trust him again. He tries to prove he is worthy of her, but he’s already decided if she doesn’t want him then he’ll protect her anyway.

Luke Albright has many names: Prince of Darkness, Ruler of Hell, The Devil, Lucifer. When he makes a deal that brings him across Tess Adams, he gets more than he ever bargained for. She’s smart, funny, beautiful, but strangely immune to everything he tries to throw at her.

1958. Esme, a novelist, finds a potential new literary project. A housemaid named Clara was convicted of murder, perhaps unjustly, amid the ending of World War II and the liberation of Guernsey from Nazi occupation. Esme’s trip to Guernsey is an opportunity not only to research the case but also to learn more about her mother’s family—as well as to heal from the heartbreak inflicted on her by the man she loved... 1915. A teenager marries her childhood sweetheart before he heads off to fight in the Great War.

The mega conglomerate Marley works for wants to acquire the venerable but struggling Braithwaite Books. The centuries-old shop is owned by Cleo Braithwaite, a woman with a fierce and frightening reputation. Cleo turns out to be nothing like the rumors but refuses to sit still long enough to be dazzled by the meticulous spreadsheets and slides Marley has prepared to seal the deal. Instead of making her proposal, Marley soon finds herself on an impromptu walking tour of London with the charming Cleo.

Young Rachel Verinder inherits a sacred Indian moonstone from her uncle. This extremely valuable gem disappears from Rachel's bedroom soon after a party is thrown in her honor to celebrate her eighteenth birthday. Believed to be stolen, a series of narratives unfold to solve the mystery of the missing moonstone. In true Collins fashion, one cannot get enough of the twists and turns in this intriguing detective story.