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The Ballad of Never After

Stephanie Garber · 2022

<p><b>#1 <i>NEW YORK TIMES </i>BESTSELLER! <br><br>Stephanie Garber’s <i>THE BALLAD OF NEVER AFTER</i> is the jaw-dropping sequel to the <i>ONCE UPON A BROKEN HEART</i>, starring Evangeline Fox and the Prince of Hearts on a new journey of magic, mystery, and heartbreak</b><br><br><i>Not every love is meant to be.</i><br><br>After Jacks, the Prince of Hearts, betrays her, Evangeline Fox swears she'll never trust him again. Now that she’s discovered her own magic, Evangeline believes she can use it to restore the chance at happily ever after that Jacks stole away.<br><br>But when a new terrifying curse is revealed, Evangeline finds herself entering into a tenuous partnership with the Prince of Hearts again. Only this time, the rules have changed. Jacks isn’t the only force Evangeline needs to be wary of. In fact, he might be the only one she can trust, despite her desire to despise him.<br><br>Instead of a love spell wreaking havoc on Evangeline’s life, a murderous spell has been cast. To break it, Evangeline and Jacks will have to do battle with old friends, new foes, and a magic that plays with heads and hearts. Evangeline has always trusted her heart, but this time she’s not sure she can. . . .<br><br><b>Also by Stephanie Garber:</b><br><br><br><b>The Caraval Series</b><br>- Caraval<br>- Legendary<br>- Finale</p>

Once Upon a Broken Heart

Stephanie Garber · 2021

<p><b>#1 <i>NEW YORK TIMES</i> BESTSELLER!</b><br><br><b><i>ONCE UPON A BROKEN HEART</i> marks the launch of a new series from Stephanie Garber about love, curses, and the lengths that people will go to for happily ever after</b><br><br>For as long as she can remember, Evangeline Fox has believed in true love and happy endings . . . until she learns that the love of her life will marry another.<br><br>Desperate to stop the wedding and to heal her wounded heart, Evangeline strikes a deal with the charismatic, but wicked, Prince of Hearts. In exchange for his help, he asks for three kisses, to be given at the time and place of his choosing.<br><br>But after Evangeline’s first promised kiss, she learns that bargaining with an immortal is a dangerous game — and that the Prince of Hearts wants far more from her than she’d pledged. He has plans for Evangeline, plans that will either end in the greatest happily ever after, or the most exquisite tragedy.<br><br><b>Also by Stephanie Garber:</b><br><br><b>The Caraval Series</b><br><i>- Caraval<br>- Legendary<br>- Finale</i></p>

Crooked Kingdom

Leigh Bardugo · 2016

<p><b>See the Grishaverse come to life on screen in the Netflix series, <i>Shadow and Bone</i>! </b><br><br><b>Discover what comes next for Kaz, Jesper, Inej, and Wylan, and the star-crossed Nina and Matthias, in <i>Crooked Kingdom, </i>the spectacular sequel to <i>Six of Crows</i>—from #1 <i>New York Times</i>-bestselling author, Leigh Bardugo.<br></b> <i><br> When you can’t beat the odds, change the game.</i><br><br> Kaz Brekker and his crew have just pulled off a heist so daring even they didn't think they'd survive. But instead of divvying up a fat reward, they're right back to fighting for their lives. Double-crossed and badly weakened, the crew is low on resources, allies, and hope. As powerful forces from around the world descend on Ketterdam to root out the secrets of the dangerous drug known as<i> jurda parem</i>, old rivals and new enemies emerge to challenge Kaz's cunning and test the team's fragile loyalties. A war will be waged on the city's dark and twisting streets—a battle for revenge and redemption that will decide the fate of the Grisha world.<br><br> <b>The Six of Crows Duology</b><br> <i>Six of Crows</i><br> <i>Crooked Kingdom</i><br><br><b>Praise for <i>Crooked Kingdom</i></b><br><br>“Dark, larcenous fun.” —<i>NPR</i><br><br>“Bardugo outdoes herself in this exhilarating follow-up...fans will have their eyes glued to every page.” —<i>Booklist</i>, <b>starred review</b><br><br>“Un-put-down-able excitement from beginning to end.” —<i>Kirkus Reviews</i>, <b>starred review</b></p>

Six of Crows

Leigh Bardugo · 2015

The Queen of Nothing

Holly Black · 2019

The Wicked King

Holly Black · 2019

The Cruel Prince

Holly Black · 2018

<b>From #1 <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author Holly Black, comes the first book in a stunning new series about a mortal girl who finds herself caught in a web of royal faerie intrigue.</b><br><br>Of course I want to be like them. They're beautiful as blades forged in some divine fire. They will live forever.<br><br>And Cardan is even more beautiful than the rest. I hate him more than all the others. I hate him so much that sometimes when I look at him, I can hardly breathe.<br><br>Jude was seven years old when her parents were murdered and she and her two sisters were stolen away to live in the treacherous High Court of Faerie. Ten years later, Jude wants nothing more than to belong there, despite her mortality. But many of the fey despise humans. Especially Prince Cardan, the youngest and wickedest son of the High King.<br><br>To win a place at the Court, she must defy him--and face the consequences.<br><br>In doing so, she becomes embroiled in palace intrigues and deceptions, discovering her own capacity for bloodshed. But as civil war threatens to drown the Courts of Faerie in violence, Jude will need to risk her life in a dangerous alliance to save her sisters, and Faerie itself.

Finale

Stephanie Garber · 2019

Legendary

Stephanie Garber · 2018

<p><b>The “immersive and imaginative“ (<i>USA TODAY</i>) games continue in the </b><b>#1 <i>NEW YORK TIMES </i>bestseller <i>LEGENDARY</i>, the mesmerizing sequel to <i>CARAVAL</i><br></b><br>Donatella and Scarlett Dragna escaped their cruel father and made it out of Caraval alive, but the games aren’t over yet. What Scarlett doesn’t know is that, in order to gain their freedom, Tella made a deal with a mysterious stranger and now it’s time to pay. <br><br>Except what Tella owes is something that no one has ever been able to deliver: the true name of Caraval Master Legend. Tella’s only chance at uncovering Legend’s true identity is to enter the dangerous game of Caraval once more, and win. But what will she have to sacrifice to do that? <br><br>Don’t miss <i>FINALE</i>, the stunning conclusion to the Caraval trilogy—out now!</p>

Caraval

Stephanie Garber · 2017

Bad Blood

Jennifer Lynn Barnes · 2016

The Final Gambit

Jennifer Lynn Barnes · 2022

All In

Jennifer Lynn Barnes · 2015

The Hawthorne Legacy

Jennifer Lynn Barnes · 2021

Killer Instinct

Jennifer Lynn Barnes · 2014

The Inheritance Games

Jennifer Lynn Barnes · 2020

The Naturals

Jennifer Lynn Barnes · 2013

If He Had Been with Me

Laura Nowlin · 2013

Twisted Lies

Ana Huang · 2023

<p>Discover the addictive world of the Twisted series that has readers obsessed, a viral TikTok sensation!</p><p><br></p><p>He’ll do anything to have her...including lie.</p><p>Charming, deadly, and smart enough to hide it, Christian Harper is a monster dressed in the perfectly tailored suits of a gentleman. He has little use for morals and even less use for love, but he can’t deny the strange pull he feels toward the woman living just one floor below him. She’s the object of his darkest desires, the only puzzle he can’t solve. And when the opportunity to get closer to her arises, he breaks his own rules to offer her a deal she can’t refuse. Every monster has their weakness. She’s his. His obsession. His addiction.His only exception.</p><p>Sweet, shy, and introverted despite her social media fame, Stella Alonso is a romantic who keeps her heart in a cage. Between her two jobs, she has little time or desire for a relationship. But when a threat from her past drives her into the arms—and house—of the most dangerous man she’s ever met, she’s tempted to let herself feel something for the first time in a long time. Because despite Christian’s cold nature, he makes her feel everything when she’s with him. Passionate. Protected. Truly wanted.</p><p>Theirs is a love twisted with secrets and tainted by lies...and when the truths are finally revealed, they could shatter everything.</p><p><br></p><p>Twisted Lies is a contemporary slow burn romance. It’s book four of the Twisted series but can be read as a standalone.</p><p>This story contains a morally gray alpha hero, explicit sexual content, profanity, graphic violence, and topics that may be sensitive to some readers.. Recommended for 18+</p>

Twisted Games

Ana Huang · 2022

Keeping 13

Chloe Walsh · 2023

Binding 13

Chloe Walsh · 2023

<p>An epic and unforgettable love story begins in Binding 13, the first in the international bestselling and TikTok-phenomenon The Boys of Tommen series, from Chloe Walsh.</p><p>He wants to save her. She wants to hide.</p><p>She's damaged. He's determined.</p><p>Fate brought them together. Love binds them.</p><p>Johnny Kavanagh is the definition of popular. He is an all-star rugby player with loads of friends, which means he should be enjoying the many perks of his life. But what people don't know is that he has been dealing with a painful injury that could halt the magnificent trajectory of his career. This means he has no time for distractions or mistakes. Especially not a girlfriend.</p><p>Shannon Lynch has been bullied all her life. She is shy and would rather hide herself away to make it through school. But when she arrives at Tommen College for a fresh start, she meets the notorious Johnny Kavanagh on her first day in a not-so-romantic way. What follows is a complicated friendship that turns into undeniable chemistry. It seems that Shannon won't be able to hold onto the anonymous status she once hoped for. But maybe that's alright?</p><p>Johnny won't give up on Shannon. No matter what it might cost them both.</p><p>Filled with angst and an attraction like no other, Binding 13 will suck you into the bingeworthy Boys of Tommen universe. This book is perfect for readers looking for:</p><ul><li>New adult/YA crossover Irish romance</li><li>Dual POVs</li><li>Friends-to-lovers</li><li>TikTok books</li><li>Sports romance</li></ul><p>Readers are gushing:</p><p>"You need this book in your life."</p><p>"I'm beyond obsessed. no review could do this book justice but wow. I'm SPRINTING to Keeping 13!!!!!"</p><p>"I NEED A JOHNNY KAVANAGH ❤"</p><p>"Instantly became one of my top 5 books of all time."</p><p>"This was so, so good. Excellent character building. Excellent relationship building. Just excellent all around."</p>

Twisted hate

Ana Huang · 2023

<p>Hij haat haar... bijna net zo erg als hij haar wil.</p><p>Josh Chen is knap, arrogant en hard op weg een supersuccesvolle dokter te worden. Geen enkele vrouw is immuun voor zijn charmes, behalve Jules Ambrose... De twee kunnen elkaar niet uitstaan. Wanneer hun strijd eindigt in een onvergetelijke nacht stelt Josh een oplossing voor in de hoop Jules voor eens en voor altijd los te kunnen laten: ze worden vijanden met benefits. De regels zijn simpel: geen jaloezie, geen verplichtingen, en absoluut niet verliefd worden.</p><p>***</p><p>De extraverte en ambitieuze Jules Ambrose richt zich op één ding: advocaat worden. Het laatste waar ze op zit te wachten, is tijd doorbrengen met een onuitstaanbare dokter... hoe goed die er dan ook uitziet. Maar hoe beter ze Josh leert kennen, hoe meer ze zich realiseert dat hij heel anders is dan ze eerst dacht.</p><p>De vonken vliegen in het rond tussen de twee. Net wanneer ze denken dat ze elkaar een beetje begrijpen, komen er pijnlijke zaken uit het verleden naar boven die ze liever verborgen hadden gehouden. Durven ze eerlijk tegen elkaar te zijn, of laten ze leugens alles vernietigen?</p><p>Twisted hate is het derde deel van de supersuccesvolle Twisted-serie van Ana Huang. Alle delen zijn los van elkaar te lezen.</p>

Twisted Love

Ana Huang · 2023

Believe Me

Tahereh Mafi · 2021

Imagine Me

Tahereh Mafi · 2020

Ruthless Vows

Rebecca Ross · 2023

Divine Rivals

Rebecca Ross · 2023

Girl in Pieces

Kathleen Glasgow · 2018

Renegades

Marissa Meyer · 2017

Archenemies

Marissa Meyer · 2018

Supernova

Marissa Meyer · 2019