Medieval Fantasy

The dead do not rest. They whisper. They hunger. They remember. I was eleven when I first heard the dead. My grandfather’s voice drifted from the shadows, his hand—cold but familiar—brushed my cheek. It should have been impossible. The Order of Thanatos called it a gift. They took me in, trained me in their sacred rites, and taught me how to lead souls beyond the threshold. They told me we were shepherds, guiding the dead to their final peace. They lied. There is nothing sacred about what we do. The Order does not serve the dead. They consume them. And the deeper I descend into their ...

Kali Dracino is a born-and-raised dragon tamer. There hasn't been a single dragon in the valley she couldn't handle. She never expected to have to tame a prince. Prince Camden Acker is finally of age to become a Dragon Prince. All he had to do was partake in his Rite of Passage and find a dragon worthy to be his partner. Nobody told him his guide would be a woman as fierce as the dragons she tamed. Can these two can settle their differences and fulfill their sworn duties--or will Camden's time run out and Kali repeat her ancestors' mistakes?

It is three centuries after the Shaper Wars, a conflict involving magic so powerful that it altered all of humanity. That magical legacy remains in the form of a handful of young women every generation – so feared that they are cursed and locked away from childhood. But fate promises that their ability will again change the world, for good or ill. As prophecies of a great doom converge, and an ancient race that desires the destruction of all human life arises, those in power attempt to control the legacy of the Daughters of Vae.

In a sleepy village in the Shire, a young hobbit is entrusted with an immense task. He must make a perilous journey across Middle-earth to the Cracks of Doom, there to destroy the Ruling Ring of Power - the only thing that prevents the Dark Lord Sauron’s evil dominion. Thus begins J. R. R. Tolkien’s classic tale of adventure, which continues in The Two Towers and The Return of the King.

The tale begins in Dark Age Britain, a land where Arthur has been banished and Merlin has disappeared, where a child-king sits unprotected on the throne, where religion vies with magic for the souls of the people. It is to this desperate land that Arthur returns, a man at once utterly human and truly heroic: a man of honor, loyalty, and amazing valor; a man who loves Guinevere more passionately than he should; a man whose life is at once tragic and triumphant.

As her father's chosen heir, 18-year-old Rasmira has trained her whole life to become a warrior and lead her village. But when her coming-of-age trial is sabotaged and she fails the test, her father banishes her to the monster-filled wilderness with an impossible quest: To win back her honor, she must kill the oppressive god who claims tribute from the villages each year or die trying.

Endelienta, the daughter of King Brychan, is touched by the spirits, along with her beloved brother, Nectan. When her Godfather, King Arthur the War Duke of Prydain, grants her lands in sea-girt Belerion, she accepts them gladly. With her magical White Cow, whose milk sustains her, she dwells in the wilds at one with nature--until the malevolent Lord of Trentinny comes to call... Then Endelienta must reveal her latent powers... Some call her a saint, some think she was an ancient goddess. A mystical, alternative tale of one of Cornwall's mysterious Dark Age Saints. Short story 15,000 words ...

Solon of Pergamon, healer of the great entertainment-warriors of a glittering age, turns detective when a cherished acquaintance is murdered. Torn between his growing love for a beguiling student and a dark secret that threatens imperial power, he must find a route into the human heart to uncover the truth. Classic storytelling in an unforgettable setting.

At the end of The Winter, King Arthur fought the battle that forces unity on the warring British kingdoms and now he sets out to face the real enemy - the English (it is one of the great ironies of the Arthur stories that he should have become an English hero when, if he existed at all, he was a great war-leader who opposed the invading Sais). First, though, Merlin leads a perilous expedition into the mysterious west to retrieve a cauldron, one of the treasures of Britain.

Roland Vawdrey is used to the best. As the King's champion he sets all the maiden's hearts a-flutter. When it comes to picking out a wife, he knows exactly what he requires, perfection of face and form. Naturally, his choice falls on the fair Lenora. His dreams may be haunted by a stolen kiss with uptight Eden, but he's not about to throw himself away on some prim, paragon of virtue! Eden Montmayne prefers poets to knights, and would rather read a book than watch a joust. When a betrothal feast goes awry, there's a truly scandalous outcome for Eden and Roland.

Number one New York Times best-selling author John Flanagan returns to the world of Ranger's Apprentice, beginning a new story arc starring fan favorites, Will and Maddie (Ranger's Apprentice: The Royal Ranger). Picking up where Ranger's Apprentice: The Royal Ranger left off, this next installment continues the story arc featuring young apprentice, Maddie, and the student-turned-master, Will Treaty. The time has come for the next generation to assume the mantle and become protectors of the kingdom of Araluen.

Dragon's Intellect, Dragon's Resilience, and Dragon's Courage. They were Trials designed to test a candidate's fortitude, aptitude, adeptness, and potential. Those strong enough to successfully pass each Trial earn the privilege to enter the Order of the Dragon; the organization responsible for protecting the people of Ardonor from the dragon curse flowing through their veins. Alaina Salvate always dreamed of joining the Order of the Dragon as a child, but figured it was nothing more than a childhood fantasy, because joining the Order was practically an impossible task. The Order was only ...

She fled through time to save her son. Falling for a king was never part of the plan. When Bethany escapes her dangerous ex-husband by traveling back to ancient Scotland, she never expects to be mistaken for a runaway princess—or to find herself drawn into a world of warriors, secrets, and magic. All she wants is to keep her little boy safe. But in a kingdom full of political enemies and a priest who knows too much, keeping her secret might cost her everything. King Comgall knows he must marry to secure peace. His bride seems perfect: fierce, loyal, and willing to risk everything for her ...

War has broken out between Annwyn and Orea, though that’s not the only battle being waged. There’s a fight inside me, and it’s one I’m determined to win, no matter how much they try to strip me down and hollow me out. Yet they’ve forgotten one thing. The ancient magic of the pair bond. One can never truly be lost when two souls are already bound. Because Slade and I? We are connected by more than just fated magic, and we will always find each other. In any life.

Full of tragic heroes, intoxicating love stories, and the unstoppable force of fate, there is no conflict more iconic than the Trojan War. Troy is the story of the epic battle retold by Fry with drama, humor, and vivid emotion. Achilles, Hector, Odysseus, Helen, their lovers, and their mortal enemies all burn bright in Fry's compelling prose. This volume invites you to explore a captivating world with a brilliant storyteller as your guide.

The Dogs discover that gamblers are bringing the counterfeit money from Port Caynn. In Port Caynn, Beka delves deep into the gambling world, where she meets a charming banking clerk named Dale Rowan. Beka thinks she may be falling for Rowan, but she won't let anything - or anyone - jeopardize her mission. As she heads north to an abandoned silver mine, it won't be enough for Beka be her usual terrier self. She'll have to learn from Achoo to sniff out the criminals, to be a Bloodhound.

Discover the Magic of ‘Castlestone: Ascension’ – The Beginning of ‘The Dragon’s Promise Saga’ Step into the enchanting world of Fyrsgard, where the shadow of an ancient tower stands as a silent guardian over a realm teetering on the brink of chaos. ‘Castlestone: Ascension’ is the gateway to an epic saga where the fate of an entire world hangs in the balance. Threatened by the relentless power of the Undying King, his dragon abominations shake the very foundations of the realm's last remaining free city. Brecken’s Awakening: A Tale of Destiny, Prophecy, and Power Meet ...

Raised by wolves. Hunted for a secret he doesn’t understand. Twee never chose the wild, but it raised him all the same. After fire scatters his pack, he’s swept into a world of outlaws, city streets, and forge smoke. In Grisput, a city that sells its servants and forgets its poor, he learns to work iron—and meets a red-haired street girl with magic in her pockets and more to her past than she lets on. But whispers of a clairvoyant’s prophecy follow him, and the King’s Guard has begun to listen. For readers who love A Wizard of Earthsea and Stardust, The Wolf’s Tooth is a warm, ...

The Saint of War spares the life of a servant girl so she can fulfill her destiny as the kingdom’s greatest warrior in this short story of love and loyalty by New York Times bestselling author Alix E. Harrow.

"A creative paranormal love story for fantasy fans." — Kirkus Reviews “Three stories rolled into one. Outlander fans will enjoy this novel.” – Amazon Review "Enthusiasts of drama with a touch of romance will find this an interesting read." – Readers' Favorite Heartache, Perseverance, and Love Come Together in This Historical Romance After the sudden death of Jenna's best friend Padma, Jenna discovers her unfinished book and vows to complete it in her honor. Set in medieval times, the story is a struggle for Jenna to finish until Padma steps in to help her from beyond the grave. ...