Once upon a time — the Blood Sorcerer vanquished the kingdom of Elden. To save their children, the queen scattered them to safety and the king filled them with vengeance. Only a magical timepiece connects the four royal heirs — and time is running out... Nicolai the Vampire was renowned for his virility, but in a twist of fate "The Dark Seducer" had become a sex slave in the kingdom of Delfina — stripped of his precious timepiece and his memory. All that remained was a primal need for freedom, revenge — and the only woman who could help him. In her dreams, a wanton vampire called to Jane Parker, drawing her to his dark sexuality and his magical realm. But for a human, all was not a fairy tale in Delfina. Jane was the key to Nicolai's memory...but exploiting her meant dooming the only mortal he craved. Views: 18
Ellen Foster grew up falling all over town because of mild Cerebral Palsy, but she never let anything stop her and junior year of high school has been perfect. Though she struggles to hide her CP symptoms, she's finally 'fall-free' and finished with crutches! She now wants to win a photography contest that will get her into a summer long, high school arts program in Toronto, Ontario.
When Ellen's photo project is grouped with a crazy new Irish girl and the 'hottest guy ever born in Canada' --all because the teacher thinks Ellen has limitations, Ellen's furious. CP doesn't mean she needs help. Cam Campbell is cute, but how will an empty-headed jock be an asset to her goals? Worse, the Irish girl has zero life skills, a body glitter addiction and she's already proved to be dangerous!
It doesn't take long for the Irish girl to become a new friend, and Ellen quickly realizes that Cam is anything but dumb. He's a talented photographer and her key to winning the contest! As they work on the project together, Ellen discovers Cam's had a crush on her for a long time. Cam wants nothing to do with football but can't quit because his father is not the kind of person anyone--especially Cam--has ever denied.
As Cam and Ellen fall in love they trade promises that might be difficult to keep when you're only sixteen. After an unforgettable first kiss they begin dating and the relationship explodes with gossip at school. No one believes the star quarterback would ever date limping, scrawny Ellen Foster! When Cam's father forces the issue to break them apart, Cam finally finds his voice. But when he's caught in a horrible public fight that results in an accident that takes away all that Ellen's ever worked for--and possibly ruins her whole life-- Ellen and Cam are forced apart.
Leaving everyone--including Cam and Ellen--reeling with shock and wondering if they were ever truly meant to be...
Sweet Teen Romance, suitable for ages middle school and high school, 12-up. Views: 18
An unforgettable and sweeping family saga from Markus Zusak, the storyteller who gave us the extraordinary bestseller THE BOOK THIEF, lauded by the New York Times as "the kind of book that can be lifechanging."
The breathtaking story of five brothers who bring each other up in a world run by their own rules. As the Dunbar boys love and fight and learn to reckon with the adult world, they discover the moving secret behind their father’s disappearance.
At the center of the Dunbar family is Clay, a boy who will build a bridge—for his family, for his past, for greatness, for his sins, for a miracle.
The question is, how far is Clay willing to go? And how much can he overcome?
Written in powerfully inventive language and bursting with heart, BRIDGE OF CLAY is signature Zusak. Views: 18
What if a high-tech game was a gateway to the treacherous Realm of Faerie?Superstar gamer Spark Jaxley's life might look easy, but she's part of an elite few who guard a shocking secret; the Realm of Faerie exists, and its dark magic is desperate for a foothold in the mortal world.Aran Cole hacks code and sells his gaming cheats on the black market. It's barely a living, and one he's not proud of. But when he turns his skills to unlocking the secrets behind Feyland—the most exciting and immersive game on the market—he discovers power and magic beyond his wildest dreams.Spark's mission is clear; pull Aran from the clutches of the fey folk and restore the balance between the worlds. But can she risk her life for someone who refuses to be rescued? Views: 18
HE DEPENDS ON THE KINDNESS OF STRANGERS.FREMONT: As a mining geologist, I scouted out uranium on the rez. My boss was an unstable tyrant who would tolerate no deviance from his sociopathic plan. I found uranium, all right—making the Navajo hogans glow, their corn shine green from space, their cattle keel over, twisted and deranged.It was a game-changer when I realized what decades of this poison was doing to the people. And a chance meeting with the white priest who had chosen his own deviance in the desert, well, my destiny was changed forever. I’ve been down, but I haven’t been out. And Father Moloney is the premier guide to assist me on this coming out journey.FATHER NOEL: A cancer invaded our land. My parishioners were dying at a high rate, their limbs gnarled, fingers fused together, useless. But I never expected my crisis of faith to come in the form of a built, ripped geologist.I dreamt of Fremont’s arrival, his backpack bristling with scientific instruments. He holds the future of my congregation in his beautiful hands. Will he go up against the powerful conglomerate, risking health and fortune to help us? More than that, he’s stolen my soul with his vulnerable, down-to-earth honesty.At first I saw Fremont as a fun distraction, a sort of cuddly toy to play with, to dominate and control. He’s much more than that—he pushes back and has me on my knees. I was sent here to this hellhole as punishment for toying with a subordinate on another rez. Little did they know this poisonous, gorgeous desert would be my salvation.Publisher’s Note: This book is not for the faint of heart. It contains scenes of graphic gay sex, age play, illegal doings, consensual bondage and discipline, daddy Dom, sadomasochism, and violence in general. It’s a full-length novel of 72,000 words rated 18+ due to possible triggers. There are no cheating or cliffhangers, and HEAs all around for all. Views: 18
Product Description Book three of the Peachville High Demons series. So far, life in Peachville has been tough for Harper Madison. She's survived attacks on her life, learned how to control her magic, and met the most gorgeous boy - who also happens to be a demon. After her latest stunt at Brighton Hospital, the Order of Shadows is determined to tighten their control on her life. So when a future Prima from a nearby demon gate comes to town, she and Harper decide to use magic to switch places at a party. All Harper wants is to have a little fun. But the night will end in blood. And Harper will find out the attack was meant for her... Excerpt: The room was dead silent. No one moved. I stood and walked over to the coffee table where an array of snacks was laid out. I grabbed a grape and popped it into my mouth. As I chewed, no one dared even breathe. I hoped they couldn't see how badly my hands were shaking. "You guys are all so anxious for me to trust you," I said, meeting each person's eyes as I looked around the room. I certainly had their undivided attention. "But how can I do that when you obviously don't trust me?" "You haven't earned that trust," the elderly woman said. "You haven't either," I said. Someone behind me sucked in a quick breath. "Ever since I got to this town, you've all been lying to me. Why should I obey your orders and follow your rules when you refuse to tell me why you really want me to stay safe? You act like you care about me as a person, but all you really care about is yourself." "Wait a second," Mrs. Ashworth said, standing again. "You're completely out of line here. I won't allow you-" "I know who I am," I said, cutting her off. "I know I'm the Prima. I've known for a while now." I looked over at Mayor Chen. "And don't worry. It wasn't Lark or any of the other girls on the squad who told me." "Jackson," someone whispered. "Traitor." The room broke out in murmurs. "It wasn't Jackson either," I said. "Then who?" Sheriff Hollingsworth asked. "Morgyn Baker." "Impossible," the elderly woman hissed. "Before she died," I said. "She told me about how the Order's been using Shadowford as a way to look for me. You find girls with magical abilities who are in the system because their mothers are dead or they're too much to handle. Then, you bring them here, drug them, and test them to see if they are your beloved, long-lost Prima." The room erupted in protests and questions. "I thought you had this under control," one woman in a pink dress said to Mrs. Ashworth. "We should have told her right from the start." "What are we going to do now?" "This girl is out of control." My ears couldn't latch on to every outburst, but one in comment particular caught my attention. "She's just like her mother." Views: 18
Wealthy young women are being murdered, and the police aren't looking for answers in the right places. Enter Tandy Angel. Her first case was the mystery of her parents' deaths. Now she's working to exonerate her brother of his girlfriend's homicide. And danger just got closer. One of the recent victims was a student at Tandy's own elite school. She has a hunch it may be the work of a serial killer... and Tandy perfectly fits the profile of the killer's targets. Can she untangle the mysteries in time? Or will she be the next victim? James Patterson keeps the confessions coming as Tandy delves deeper into her own tumultuous history and the skeletons in the Angel family closet.Review**"The complex, clever plot keeps the pages turning as it wends its way to a surprising resolution and several cliffhangers." (CommonSenseMedia.org**) "Readers will be drawn inexorably into Tandy's world of paranoia and manipulation as they try to put the pieces together."(The Bulletin) About the AuthorJAMES PATTERSON was selected by teens across America as the Children's Choice Book Awards Author of the Year in 2010. He is the internationally bestselling author of Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life; the highly praised Maximum Ride novels; the Witch & Wizard series; Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas; and the detective series featuring Alex Cross and the Women's Murder Club. His books have sold more than 230 million copies worldwide, making him one of the bestselling authors of all time. He lives in Florida.MAXINE PAETRO has collaborated with James Patterson on the bestselling Women's Murder Club series and the Private series. She lives with her husband in New York State. Views: 18
Lauren Stillwell is not your average damsel in distress. When the NYPD cop discovers her husband leaving a hotel with another woman, she decides to beat him at his own game. But her revenge goes dangerously awry, and she finds her world spiraling into a hell that becomes more terrifying by the hour.In a further twist of fate, Lauren must take on a job that threatens everything she stands for. Now, she's paralyzed by a deadly secret that could tear her life apart. With her job and marriage on the line, Lauren's desire for retribution becomes a lethal inferno as she fights to save her livelihood--and her life.Patterson takes us on a twisting roller-coaster ride of thrills in his most gripping novel yet. This story of love, lust and dangerous secrets will have readers' hearts pounding to the very last page. Views: 18
Cayne is starting his first week of college with his best friend Adam, hoping to turn over a new leaf. He gets more than he asked for after meeting the cute, but strange girl, Angela, and ends up in the middle of a war he never knew he was part of. Views: 18
When Spencer Garmond's friend is kidnapped, the young Mission League agent-in-training decides he's had enough. Determined to stop the criminals he suspects are responsible, he petitions the Los Angeles Field Office to give him the lead on the case. Now he's investigating his favorite actress, the movie director who pretended to be his dad, and even his own uncle. Weird much?As he struggles to find the connections between this unlikely group of suspects, he uncovers a clue that could create a worldwide scandal. When the Field Office steps in, Spencer realizes he's not really in control of the investigation at all. Can Spencer trust God to bring about justice, or will his need to be in control jeopardize the very people he's trying so hard to protect?Don't miss this final installment in the award-winning Mission League series by author Jill Williamson. Views: 18
In an irreverent new series in the tradition of Terry Pratchett novels and The Princess Bride, the New York Times bestselling authors of the Iron Druid Chronicles and Star Wars: Phasma reinvent fantasy, fairy tales, and floridly written feast scenes. Once upon a time, in a faraway kingdom, a hero, the Chosen One, was born . . . and so begins every fairy tale ever told. This is not that fairy tale. There is a Chosen One, but he is unlike any One who has ever been Chosened. And there is a faraway kingdom, but you have never been to a magical world quite like the land of Pell. There, a plucky farm boy will find more than he's bargained for on his quest to awaken the sleeping princess in her cursed tower. First there's the Dark Lord who wishes for the boy's untimely death . . . and also very fine cheese. Then there's a bard without a song in her heart but with a very adorable and fuzzy tail, an assassin who fears not the night but is terrified of chickens, and a mighty fighter more frightened of her sword than of her chain-mail bikini. This journey will lead to sinister umlauts, a trash-talking goat, the Dread Necromancer Steve, and a strange and wondrous journey to the most peculiar "happily ever after" that ever once-upon-a-timed. Views: 18
