Fantasy Magic Adult

“Tengdana – Rise of the High Priestess” is the seventh book in the Orisha series. In a realm where spiritual and political powers collide, a young Princess Tengdana is forced into a royal marriage that defies her fate to become the Orisha High Priestess. When her husband King Egbin dies mysteriously, his brother Olufe seizes the throne. Pregnant with Egbin’s child, Tengdana must survive his obsession in finding her and the unborn heir to the throne, fleeing his tyranny. Seeking sanctuary with the powerful Ominira tribe, Tengdana adapts to their ways and gives birth to a daughter, ...

When fates intertwine amid the madness of Mardi Gras, chaos reigns supreme A sinking crew boat carrying a dangerous mob assassin chained up for transport sets off a string of events that will affect the lives of many. Jacque Leguerre, a sociopath and hired killer, is consumed by revenge and blames Catholic priest Father Alphonso for his problems. When Jacque unexpectedly arrives in New Orleans, he’s determined to make the priest pay for his transgressions. Meanwhile, N.O.P.D. homicide detective Tony Nicosia finds himself facing off against a ruthless killer while dealing with a new ...

Felise’s fourteenth birthday means two things, the girls are getting older, and they need to prepare for Felise’s cotillion, the party where she officially gets her noble title. Of course, this means that they all need to find dates, something that’s easier said than done, but with Bethany still interested in Bobby, and Rachel getting closer to Scott, who doesn’t know about magic, it creates a whole new set of problems. And then, what would WitchWood be without the odd dragon attack? The third instalment in the WitchWood Academy novels explores the world of magic, the nobles, the ...

Cora never dreamed of returning to her old life, but with her kingdom at stake and her brother's life on the line, she has no choice but to reclaim her former title. Yet with new changes come new dangers, this time in the form of scheming royals with cruel politics. If she can play their games, she just might keep her crown. But can she say the same for her heart?

Years after negotiating her freedom from service, a reluctant paladin is summoned back to duty during a period of perceived peace. Unbeknownst to Ophiera, a rising power is spreading across Tanvik and, with it, a growing sickness, leaving destruction in its wake. As if disruption of her quiet retirement wasn’t burdensome enough, she is also tasked with escorting a hapless diplomat across the sea. Reckless, smug, and frustratingly charming, her new charge challenges more than just her patience. As Ophiera confronts an unknown menace on the road, she simultaneously battles her suffered past...

In publishing-speak, here's what we at the LQ office sometimes describe as the Queer lovechild of Sholem Aleichem and Philip Roth: Uriel the angel and Little Ash (short for Ashmedai) are the only two supernatural creatures in their shtetl (which is so tiny, it doesn't have a name other than Shtetl). The angel and the demon have been studying together for centuries, but pogroms and the search for a new life have drawn all the young people from their village to America. When one of those young emigrants goes missing, Uriel and Little Ash set off to find her.

Becka has always been an outsider - born into the fae world but denied its magic. Cast out from her birth guild, House Rowan, for her lack of powers, she's forged a new life amongst humans, determined to prove her worth beyond the circumstances of her birth. But when her twin sister Tesse, the cherished heir to House Rowan, is found brutally murdered, Becka is drawn back into the dangerous world of fae politics and forbidden magic. To unravel the mystery of Tesse's death and protect her estranged family, Becka must reluctantly join forces with Quinn, a charming but enigmatic fae Enforcer ...

She wanted adventure, purpose and passion... but had almost given up hope it was possible... Kelly had almost given up on having any of her dreams come true. Just getting by with her young son seemed to be all she could ask for. It took all of her energy just to make ends meet and deal with her crazy ex... So when her rich best girlfriend offers to pay for an African safari she was all over it... Little did she know what she was getting into... Derek is not like other men. So much so that the only place he can find peace - the only place his beast can find peace - is on the African savanna,...

The Unspoken One has been banished for many years, his very existence erased. Ameera must find his true name and summon him if she has any hope of saving her kingdom from war, and herself from marriage to a ruthless king. The Kingdom of Nur has been suffering for years under Ameera’s father’s rule. She's bid her time, carefully keeping her secret hidden and waiting to become queen so she can repair what her father has broken. Then an unwanted marriage to the brutal king of Nur’s enemy threatens everything she’s worked towards. With her wedding drawing near and the future of her ...

Twelve-year-old Joe Warden isn’t happy. Sure, he’s rich, but his parents don’t care about him. His grandmother should make everything better, except that Joe’s granny is a nightmare. She’s not just physically repulsive, she’s horribly mean. Everyone thinks she’s just a dotty old woman, but Joe knows the truth. He’s seen behind her mask and glimpsed the wicked glimmer in her eyes – she is pure evil.

Still reeling from their deadly encounter with the Knife and the revelation that the Culling was unnecessary, soulmates Nigel and Ori have been thrust into a resistance movement overnight. They’ll do whatever it takes to end the tradition of greedy elites taking power from teen magicians. But with Alister rallying the Guild against them, a mysterious spell erasing the memories of every ally they recruit, and a dark force threatening to take control of Nigel, the road ahead is treacherous. Can Nigel and Ori’s newfound love protect them as they fight for justice—and their lives?

A plot is being hatched at Mountaintop Academy, a plot that threatens the lives of Emily and her friends...and the integrity of the Allied Lands. In a desperate bid to uncover the secrets of Mountaintop and recover her stolen notes, Emily goes undercover into Mountaintop, a mission that may cost her everything.

The Red Bones started out as just a couple people with bold mouths but have now grown into a well-known rebellion group among Veladis. What started as whispers of Artis blood being a curse from the stars, became discussions over drinks, and in turn, plans to overthrow the court. King Pater's reply was simple. Me. A Royal Assassin. His Invisible Dagger. The King’s Favorite. I’m the most feared assassin in the nation and nobody knows my first name, what I look like, or even that I’m a girl. No one would ever suspect a castle healer–let alone a twenty-year old female–to be the king's...

This world is trying to kill Lily Proctor. Her life-threatening allergies keep her from enjoying experiences that others in her hometown of Salem take for granted, which is why she is determined to enjoy her first high school party with her best friend and longtime crush, Tristan. But after a humiliating incident in front of half her graduating class, Lily wishes she could just disappear. Suddenly, Lily is in a different Salem - one overrun with horrifying creatures and ruled by powerful women called Crucibles.

SERIES COMPLETE! Their paths never should have crossed, but now their forbidden love could jeopardize the safety of the entire kingdom. Kell In a world where kingdoms are ruled by arranged marriages and demons lurk in the shadows, I'm expected to pick a princess I can't stand and enter a loveless engagement in order to become King. But when I find myself in the path of a beautiful and mysterious witch who doesn't mind challenging me, I begin to believe that true love might just be within my reach. Joula I’ve kept a secret my whole life, which helped keep my mother and I safe. Then one day...

Angela has had it... Tired of feeling like a failure in just about every area of her life, she is determined to turn things around and begin to build some confidence and independence. When she starts her self-improvement by attending a hands-on home repair class she definitely didn’t bargain on it leading to the handsome instructors hot hands on her! Little did she expect exactly how far out of her comfort zone he was going to lead her… Atlas is on a mission, and he is more than a little overwhelmed. Who wouldn’t be? The universe is in danger, and if he doesn't succeed, life as they ...

A Kiss. A Curse. An Obsession. Genevieve Castle spends her time compiling playlists, writing down the music in her head, and trying oh-so-hard not to think about the quarterback, her long-time obsession. When a gorgeous foreign exchange student moves into town, staying with the inhumanly-hot captain of the swim team, will she manage to move onto something better, or will a kiss of obsession drag her into a world more dark and dangerous than anything she imagined? Welcome to the world of Watergirl: hot guys with gills, psychotic ex-girlfriends, oh, and something in the lake. It will take ...

Simon and Kestra are hurtling down paths ever farther from each other as the battle for control of Antora rages. Simon, newly king of the Halderians, is pressed on all sides by royal duties. Harlyn Mindell is his betrothed and intended queen, but Simon can't give up hope for a life with Kestra. Kestra, exiled, feels her magic growing - and despite everyone's warnings, she knows she must embrace it. That power is the key to the kingdom's future.

Nothing exciting ever happens to boring old me… that’s what she thought… before RIVER flipped her world on it’s head…Welcome to Lost Creek, a small mountain town full of secrets… Stacey It all started with her friend giving birth. Then strange things start happening in Lost Creek…and if she is to believe what she is being told…she has an integral role to play…and a secret destiny only she can fulfill…It just so happens that the dark and sexy River will be the catalyst… River He is a natural protector. And when he returns to Lost Creek and more secrets begin to be ...

Working to bring magic to Istlan, Anders Brolly is sent off, alone, to make creations of wonder and utility for his people. So, when he's attacked by supposed friends, things do not go as planned. Now he must continue his plan, while shepherding some rather unwelcome guests across the world. A matter which might well end in his death. Even if everything goes correctly. As Anders knows well, very few things ever manage to go well, much less to plan.