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What the River Knows
What the River Knows is an atmospheric historical fantasy adventure inspired by the mystery and glamour of nineteenth-century Egypt. It combines ancient magic, archaeology, family secrets, political intrigue, murder, and a slow-burning romance. The publisher describes it as a story of "divine exploration," a deadly secret, and irresistible desire. 🌊 Story descriptionThe story follows Inez Olivera, a nineteen-year-old Argentine-Bolivian heiress living in the glamorous society of nineteenth-century Buenos Aires.Inez has wealth, privilege, and everything she could possibly want—except her parents.Her parents are constantly away on archaeological expeditions in Egypt, leaving Inez behind.Then devastating news arrives:Her parents have disappeared and are presumed dead.Inez refuses to accept that she will never know what happened to them.She travels to Egypt to uncover the truth.
In Her Defence: The jaw-dropping, page-turning courtroom drama that will have you hooked
The entire country is captivated by the Finbow trial.In court stands Anna Finbow, a wealthy and famous woman accusing therapist Jean Guest of brainwashing her daughter, Mary, in an attempt to gain access to the family's trust fund.Jean strongly denies the accusation.She insists that the disturbing memories Mary has uncovered are genuine—that they are connected to her childhood and that therapy has finally given Mary an opportunity to confront the trauma she has experienced.According to Jean, Mary would be far better off away from her family's damaging influence.But there is a problem:Neither woman's version of events can be trusted completely.And somewhere in the middle of this extraordinary case is someone who knows much more than she is saying.
Spectacular: The gorgeously illustrated novella in the globally bestselling and magical Caraval series
Snow is falling across the Meridian Empire, and the city is preparing for the Great Holiday.Scarlett Dragna is determined to organize a spectacular celebration for the people of Valenda.Her sister, Donatella (Tella), has a different problem.She wants to find the perfect holiday gift for Legend, the mysterious master of Caraval and the man she loves.Unfortunately, Legend isn't particularly interested in celebrating the Great Holiday—and finding a gift that will impress him proves much harder than Tella expected. But in the world of Caraval, holidays are never quite as ordinary as they appear.
The God and the Gwisin: The much anticipated, page-turning sequel to The God and the Gumiho (Fate's Thread)
After saving the mortal world and being reinstated as a god, Seokga the No-Longer-Fallen should finally have everything he wanted.Instead, he is searching desperately for Hani, the woman he loved and lost.For seven years, Seokga has followed the mysterious red thread of fate wrapped around his finger, believing it will eventually lead him to Hani's reincarnation.Eventually, the thread leads him to an unexpected destination: a luxury cruise travelling down the river of the dead.And there, Seokga finds the woman he believes is his lost love.But she isn't Hani.At least, not exactly.
The God and the Gumiho (B PB): the witty, romantic contemporary fantasy that reads like a K-drama (Fate's Thread)
At the center of the story is a gumiho, the legendary nine-tailed fox spirit from Korean folklore.Clever, mischievous, and accustomed to surviving through deception, she has spent centuries navigating a world where humans and supernatural beings coexist.But her carefully controlled existence changes when she crosses paths with a powerful god.The two couldn't be more different.She is unpredictable and irreverent.He is ancient, powerful, serious, and determined to maintain order.Their meeting sets off a chain of events that neither of them expected.
Throne of the Fallen (B PB)
Prince Envy, one of the seven demon princes who rule the Underworld, has never been particularly interested in love.As the embodiment of Envy, he is accustomed to watching others desire what he possesses.But when a mysterious murder draws him into a dangerous supernatural investigation, Envy finds himself pulled into a game far more complicated than he expected.The investigation leads him to Camilla, a talented artist who has been drawn into the dangerous world of demons, magic, and forbidden desires.She is determined to uncover the truth.Envy is determined to keep his secrets.Neither expects to become fascinated by the other.
THINGS WE NEVER GOT OVER
Naomi Witt has spent much of her life cleaning up the messes created by her troublemaking twin sister, Tina.When Tina calls for help, Naomi immediately drops everything and travels to the small town of Knockemout, Virginia.But when Naomi arrives, she discovers that her sister has disappeared.And Tina has left Naomi with something she never expected:a young daughter Naomi didn't even know existed.Now Naomi suddenly finds herself responsible for Waylay, her young niece.The problem is that Naomi has no idea how to be a parent—and she isn't prepared to stay in Knockemout.But leaving isn't as simple as she hoped.
The Only One Left
The story takes place at Hope's End, a crumbling mansion on the Maine coast.Decades earlier, the house was the scene of a horrific crime.The wealthy Hope family was brutally murdered, leaving behind a mystery that has never been completely solved.Only one member of the family survived:Lenora Hope.But Lenora was also suspected of being responsible for the killings.Now elderly and confined to a wheelchair, Lenora has spent decades living in the same house, surrounded by rumors and unanswered questions.Then a young caregiver named Kit McDeere arrives at Hope's End.Her job seems simple: care for Lenora.But Kit quickly realizes that the mansion—and its sole surviving resident—are hiding something.
VOW OF THIEVES
After the events of Dance of Thieves, Kazi and Jase have finally chosen each other.But their happiness is short-lived.The political situation surrounding the Ballenger Empire remains unstable, and dangerous forces are beginning to move against them.Kazi has finally found a place where she feels she belongs, but enemies from the past are not willing to let her or Jase live peacefully.When the couple's future is threatened, they are forced to confront a new enemy and uncover secrets that could destroy everything they have built.
Dance of Thieves by Mary E. Pearson | Young Adult Fantasy Novel | Romance, Intrigue & Adventure | Fiction Book for Teens & Adults
Dance of Thieves by Mary E. Pearson is a captivating young adult fantasy novel that combines romance, adventure, political intrigue, secrets, and unexpected alliances.The story follows Kazi, a talented former street thief who is sent on a mission to the kingdom of Venda. Her journey brings her into contact with Jase Ballenger, the young leader of a powerful family. As they navigate secrets, rival interests, and dangerous circumstances, their relationship becomes increasingly complicated.With its blend of fantasy, mystery, romance, action, and adventure, Dance of Thieves offers an engaging reading experience for fans of character-driven young adult fiction.Key FeaturesWritten by Mary E. PearsonYoung Adult fantasy fictionFeatures romance, adventure, mystery, and political intrigueCharacter-driven story with secrets and unexpected twistsEngaging fantasy-world settingSuitable for teen and adult fiction readersIdeal for readers who enjoy fantasy romance and adventure novelsGreat addition to a young adult fiction collectionIdeal ForThis book is suitable for readers searching for Dance of Thieves, Mary E. Pearson books, young adult fantasy novels, fantasy romance books, adventure fiction, YA fiction, romantic fantasy novels, and books for teens and adults.Book: Dance of ThievesAuthor: Mary E. PearsonCategory: Young Adult | Fantasy | Romance | Adventure | Fiction
Minor Disturbances at Grand Life Apartments: curl up with this warming and uplifting novel
Grand Life Apartments is home to a collection of people who may live under the same roof, but who each have their own private struggles, dreams, disappointments, and secrets.On the surface, life in the apartment complex appears ordinary.There are familiar routines, neighbors passing each other in corridors, everyday disagreements, celebrations, and the small irritations that naturally come with communal living.But beneath the ordinary surface, the residents are dealing with much bigger questions about their lives.Some are confronting loneliness.Others are dealing with family expectations, changing relationships, grief, or uncertainty about the future.Then a series of seemingly minor disturbances begins to bring the residents together.What initially appears to be neighborhood trouble gradually becomes an opportunity for people who might otherwise never have spoken to one another to form unexpected connections.
Fairy Tale | Classic Fantasy & Storybook for Children | Magical Adventures, Imagination & Wonder | Kids’ Fiction Book
Fairy Tale is a delightful storybook for young readers who enjoy magical worlds, imaginative adventures, fascinating characters, and timeless storytelling. Designed to encourage creativity and a love of reading, fairy tales introduce children to stories filled with wonder, adventure, challenges, and memorable experiences.With its engaging storytelling theme, the book can provide enjoyable reading time while encouraging children to explore their imagination and discover the charm of fantasy literature. It can be suitable for independent reading, bedtime reading, or sharing stories with family.Key FeaturesEngaging fairy tale and fantasy themeSuitable for children who enjoy imaginative storiesEncourages creativity and imaginationFeatures magical adventures and storytellingUseful for leisure and recreational readingSuitable for home, school, or bedtime readingA thoughtful choice for young readers and children’s book collectionsIdeal ForThis book is suitable for readers searching for fairy tale books for kids, children’s storybooks, fantasy storybooks, magical adventure books, bedtime stories, kids’ fiction books, imaginative stories, and children’s reading books.Book Title: Fairy TaleGenre: Fairy Tale | Fantasy | Children’s FictionFormat: StorybookSuitable For: Children & Young ReadersCategory: Kids’ Books | Storybooks | Fantasy | Fairy Tales
Foxglove by Adalyn Grace | Belladonna Sequel | Gothic Fantasy Romance Novel | Dark Fantasy, Mystery & Supernatural Adventure | Fiction Book
Foxglove by Adalyn Grace is the thrilling sequel to Belladonna, continuing the gothic fantasy romance series with an atmospheric world filled with mystery, danger, romance, and supernatural intrigue.The story continues the journey of Signa Farrow as she becomes entangled in new mysteries and dangerous forces. As secrets unfold and unexpected challenges emerge, Signa must navigate complicated relationships, supernatural threats, and the mysteries surrounding her world.Blending gothic atmosphere, fantasy, romance, suspense, and supernatural elements, Foxglove is an engaging choice for readers who enjoy dark and immersive fantasy stories with romantic tension and mysterious plots.Key FeaturesWritten by Adalyn GraceSequel to the bestselling fantasy novel BelladonnaGothic fantasy romance with supernatural elementsFeatures mystery, suspense, romance, and dark fantasyContinues the story of Signa FarrowAtmospheric setting with secrets, danger, and intrigueIdeal for fans of romantic and gothic fantasy fictionIdeal ForThis book is suitable for readers searching for Foxglove, Belladonna sequel, Adalyn Grace books, gothic fantasy romance, dark fantasy novels, supernatural romance books, mystery fantasy fiction, and romantic fantasy adventures.Book: FoxgloveAuthor: Adalyn GraceSeries: Belladonna / The Belladonna SeriesCategory: Gothic Fantasy | Romance | Mystery | Fiction
The Widow: the unforgettable new courtroom drama from the master of the legal thriller!
At the center of the story is a woman whose husband is dead—and whose future depends on what the law decides about his death.What initially appears to be a straightforward tragedy soon becomes a complicated legal battle.The widow finds herself caught between grief, suspicion, money, and the justice system, while lawyers and investigators begin examining what really happened.As the case develops, questions emerge about the circumstances surrounding the husband's death.Was it an accident?Was it murder?And, most importantly, what does the widow know?
The House Across the Lake | Gripping Psychological Thriller & Mystery Novel | Suspense, Secrets & Unexpected Twists | Dark Contemporary Fiction Book
The House Across the Lake is a gripping psychological thriller and mystery novel built around suspense, secrets, uncertainty, and hidden truths. The title offers an intriguing premise for readers who enjoy stories where appearances can be deceptive and seemingly ordinary situations conceal deeper mysteries.With its suspenseful atmosphere and mystery-driven storytelling, the book is suited to readers who enjoy psychological fiction, crime and mystery novels, domestic suspense, unexpected revelations, and twist-filled stories. It makes an engaging choice for readers looking for a page-turning thriller that keeps curiosity alive throughout the story.Key FeaturesGripping psychological thriller and mystery fictionSuspenseful story centered around secrets and hidden truthsIntriguing contemporary fiction experienceExplores uncertainty, suspicion, and unexpected developmentsSuitable for fans of domestic and psychological suspenseEngaging choice for mystery and thriller readersIdeal for readers who enjoy twist-driven storytellingSuitable for personal reading and fiction collectionsIdeal ForThis book is suitable for readers searching for The House Across the Lake, psychological thriller books, mystery novels, suspense fiction, domestic thrillers, crime fiction, dark contemporary fiction, twisty mystery books, gripping thriller novels, and books about secrets and hidden truths.Book Title: The House Across the LakeGenre: Psychological Thriller | Mystery | Suspense | Contemporary Fiction
Isles of the Emberdark: A Cosmere Standalone
The story takes readers to a mysterious region of the Cosmere known as the Emberdark, a dangerous area filled with strange islands, powerful magic, and secrets that have remained hidden for generations.At the center of the story are characters who become caught up in a conflict far larger than they initially understand.What begins as an adventure across mysterious islands gradually develops into a struggle involving ancient powers, dangerous creatures, magical forces, and secrets connected to the wider Cosmere.The characters must navigate unfamiliar territory while attempting to understand the strange forces shaping the world around them.
Alchemy of Secrets: The spellbinding new fantasy world from the global No. 1 bestselling author of Caraval and Once Upon a Broken Heart soon to be a major TV series
What if the stories you've always dismissed as legends were actually true?Alchemy of Secrets introduces a mysterious new fantasy world from Stephanie Garber, the bestselling author of Caraval and Once Upon a Broken Heart.The story follows Holland St. James, a young woman fascinated by folklore, urban legends, and the possibility that magic exists beneath the ordinary world. Her curiosity leads her to an unusual university course, Folklore 517: Local Legends and Urban Myths, taught in an old movie theatre by an enigmatic professor.What begins as an intriguing academic experience soon becomes something much more dangerous.Holland discovers that one of the legends she's been studying—the terrifying Watch Man—may actually be real. Even worse, he possesses the ability to predict when people will die.Then he gives Holland a horrifying prophecy:She will die at midnight the following day.With barely any time to save herself, Holland learns that her only possible chance is to find the mysterious Alchemical Heart, an ancient object surrounded by secrets and legend.Her search takes her deep into a hidden supernatural world beneath Los Angeles, where old Hollywood glamour, folklore, secret societies, magic, and dangerous mysteries collide.But Holland isn't alone. A mysterious stranger appears, claiming that he has been sent to protect her. His help could be the key to her survival—but Holland soon realizes that he may have secrets of his own.As the deadline approaches, she must determine who she can trust, uncover the truth behind the Alchemical Heart, and discover whether a prophecy can actually be changed.
Alchemy of Secrets by Stephanie Garber | Spellbinding New Fantasy Novel | Author of Caraval & Once Upon a Broken Heart
Step into a spellbinding new fantasy world from Stephanie Garber, the global No. 1 bestselling author of Caraval and Once Upon a Broken Heart.Alchemy of Secrets introduces readers to a captivating new world filled with magic, mystery, secrets, adventure, romance, and unforgettable characters. From the bestselling author known for creating immersive fantasy worlds, this novel offers readers another enchanting journey into the extraordinary.With its blend of fantasy, intrigue, magic, and romance, Alchemy of Secrets is an exciting choice for readers looking for an immersive new fantasy adventure.Key FeaturesBy Stephanie Garber: From the internationally bestselling author of Caraval and Once Upon a Broken Heart.New Fantasy World: Discover a fresh magical setting filled with mystery and wonder.Spellbinding Storytelling: An immersive narrative designed to keep fantasy readers engaged.Magic & Mystery: Explore secrets, supernatural elements, and unexpected discoveries.Fantasy & Romance: A captivating blend of adventure, magical intrigue, and emotional storytelling.Highly Anticipated: A notable new title for fans of Stephanie Garber and modern fantasy fiction.Upcoming Screen Adaptation: Marketed as a story soon to be adapted for television.Perfect ForFans of CaravalReaders of Once Upon a Broken HeartStephanie Garber fansFantasy and romantasy readersLovers of magical worlds and mysteriesReaders who enjoy romance and adventureFans of immersive young adult and crossover fantasyWhy Choose Alchemy of Secrets?If you enjoy fantasy novels filled with magic, secrets, adventure, romance, and richly imagined worlds, Alchemy of Secrets offers an exciting new story from a bestselling fantasy author.Whether you're already a fan of Stephanie Garber or discovering her work for the first time, this novel is a compelling addition to a fantasy reader's collection.Enter a new world of magic, secrets, and wonder with Alchemy of Secrets.Edition, format, publisher, release details, and screen-adaptation status may vary. Please check the specific product edition before purchase.