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A stunning fantasy romance, inspired by Greek mythology.¿'A dazzlingly imaginative sapphic reimagining of the Cupid and Psyche story' The GuardianOn the island of Zakynthos, nothing is more powerful than Desire-love itself, bottled and sold to the highest bidder by Leandros, a power-hungry descendent of the god Eros.Eirene and her beloved twin sister, Phoebe, have always managed to escape Desire's thrall. Until Leandros' wife dies mysteriously and he sets his sights on Phoebe. Determined to keep her sister safe, Eirene strikes a bargain with Leandros: if she can complete the four elaborate tasks he sets her, he will find another bride. But it soon becomes clear that the tasks are part of something bigger; something related to Desire and Lamia, the strange, neglected daughter Leandros keeps locked away.Lamia knows her father hides her for her own protection, though as she and Eirene grow closer, she finds herself longing for the outside world. But the price of freedom is high, and with something deadly-something hungry-stalking the night, that price must be paid in blood . . .

The story of Thecla brings to light the dangers, bravery and complications of spreading The Word in the early Christian Church-bandits, nay-sayers, powerful leaders and the ever-present Romans, to name a few. Thecla followed Paul. His teaching spoke to her so completely, she accepted Paul's anointing as the first woman evangelist. The eventual question the reader will ask, did she love Paul or his message. Read the story, you decide.

"One of the most unique books you'll read this year" Buzzfeed"A strikingly different trilogy opener" Kirkus ReviewsTwins destined to bring about devastation. . .Since the beginning of Mu there has been a prophecy. Twins born of fire and water will lay waste to the island. For the sake of Mu's inhabitants, no twins can survive. Or else a catastrophe of volcano and tsunami will annihilate them all.Kaori and Kairi are forbidden twins, two halves of a whole, the first to survive on the ancient island of Mu. One was born of fire, the other of water.As the twins are pulled in opposing directions, and hatred reaches a boiling point between the two, many will die in the crossfire.Will Kaori and Kairi unwittingly enact the prophecy and destroy the island of Mu or can one twin stop the other from bringing about destruction. . . ?The Mu Chronicles is a visionary YA fantasy trilogy exploring the origin of gender and desire in an epic queer fusion of Japanese folklore and Egyptian mythology.What readers are saying:"An interesting and original debut which left me begging for more" Caleb, NetGalley reader review"An ambitious take on an epic YA fantasy series exploring gender fluidity ... a political commentary ... If you're looking for an atypical YA read, this might be the one for you" Clara, NetGalley reader review"This is a really unique YA fantasy novel. I just loved what it was trying to do. Whilst it might not be for everyone I do think it's worth a go for the unique style ... there's a certain beauty to the story and the way it's constructed" Gabrielle, NetGalley reader review"This storyline was very interesting and flowed nicely, I will definitely recommend reading this book!" Michelle, NetGalley reader review"The use of neopronouns is lovely to see and was not at all hard to process" Luca, NetGalley reader review"I really enjoyed the twins story ... both fascinating characters I was willing to find their own strength and courage in such a world" Wendy, NetGalley reader review

Shatter the peace. Summon the Furies. The Underworld awaits… Realising his quest for a homeland is not complete, Aeneas must forsake happiness and love to lead his people into the mist-shrouded land of Italia. The words of prophecy say this is where the children of Troy belong. Yet the fiery Princess Lavinia will not allow Aeneas to settle in her country and rallies her people to war. Facing an impossible choice, Aeneas must descend to the world of the dead to learn a dark truth. No longer able to escape his destiny, Aeneas will become what he has always feared. The next instalment in a trilogy based on Virgil's epic poetry, Ashes of Olympus: The Ivory Gate is a tale of war, sacrifice and triumph. "An extraordinary read for fans of Caroline Lawrence, Michelle Paver and classic Ray Harryhausen movies." - Mark Stay

A heart-stopping adventure that defies time and space--New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu calls it "an incredibly intricate, brilliantly paced, masterfully written journey."<BR><BR> Farway Gaius McCarthy was born outside of time. The son of a time traveler from 2354 AD and a gladiator living in ancient Rome, Far's very existence defies the laws of nature. All he's ever wanted was to explore history for himself, but after failing his entrance exam into the government program, Far will have to settle for a position on the black market-captaining a time-traveling crew to steal valuables from the past.<BR><BR> During a routine heist on the sinking Titanic, Far meets a mysterious girl named Eliot who always seems to be one step ahead of him. Eliot has secrets-big ones-that will affect Far's life from beginning to end. Armed with the knowledge that history is not as steady as it seems, she will lead Far and his team on a race through time to set things right before the clock runs out.

The #1 New York Times bestselling sequel to the breathtaking bestseller The Wrath and the Dawn<BR><BR>"A satisfying fast-paced conclusion, Ahdieh explores the difficulty of family, lasting loyalty, and love giving you a tale you won't soon forget."--InStyle<BR><BR>In a land on the brink of war, Shahrzad has been torn from the love of her husband Khalid, the Caliph of Khorasan. She once believed him a monster, but his secrets revealed a man tormented by guilt and a powerful curse—one that might keep them apart forever. Reunited with her family, who have taken refuge with enemies of Khalid, and Tariq, her childhood sweetheart, she should be happy. But Tariq now commands forces set on destroying Khalid's empire. Shahrzad is almost a prisoner caught between loyalties to people she loves. But she refuses to be a pawn and devises a plan. While her father, Jahandar, continues to play with magical forces he doesn't yet understand, Shahrzad tries to uncover powers that may lie dormant within her. With the help of a tattered old carpet and a tempestuous but sage young man, Shahrzad will attempt to break the curse and reunite with her one true love.

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Wrath and the Dawn, comes a sweeping, action-packed YA adventure set against the backdrop of Feudal Japan where Mulan meets Throne of Glass.<BR>  <BR>“[A] fun feudal samurai drama. . .action-packed and well-paced.”—The Washington Post <BR><BR> “If you live for books that have lush worlds, swoony romance and non-stop action, you’ll want to read this.”—Paste Magazine<BR><BR> The daughter of a prominent samurai, Mariko has long known her place—she may be an accomplished alchemist, whose cunning rivals that of her brother Kenshin, but because she is not a boy, her future has always been out of her hands. At just seventeen years old, Mariko is promised to Minamoto Raiden, the son of the emperor's favorite consort—a political marriage that will elevate her family's standing. But en route to the imperial city of Inako, Mariko narrowly escapes a bloody ambush by a dangerous gang of bandits known as the Black Clan, who she learns has been hired to kill her before she reaches the palace.<BR><BR>Dressed as a peasant boy, Mariko sets out to infiltrate the Black Clan and track down those responsible for the target on her back. Once she's within their ranks, though, Mariko finds for the first time she's appreciated for her intellect and abilities. She even finds herself falling in love—a love that will force her to question everything she's ever known about her family, her purpose, and her deepest desires.

The much anticipated sequel to the breathtaking New York Times bestseller THE WRATH AND THE DAWN.<BR><BR>I am surrounded on all sides by a desert. A guest, in a prison of sand and sun. My family is here. And I do not know whom I can trust.<BR><BR>In a land on the brink of war, Shahrzad has been torn from the love of her husband Khalid, the Caliph of Khorasan. She once believed him a monster, but his secrets revealed a man tormented by guilt and a powerful curse-one that might keep them apart forever. Reunited with her family, who have taken refuge with enemies of Khalid, and Tariq, her childhood sweetheart, she should be happy. But Tariq now commands forces set on destroying Khalid's empire. Shahrzad is almost a prisoner caught between loyalties to people she loves. But she refuses to be a pawn and devises a plan.<BR><BR>While her father, Jahandar, continues to play with magical forces he doesn't yet understand, Shahrzad tries to uncover powers that may lie dormant within her. With the help of a tattered old carpet and a tempestuous but sage young man, Shahrzad will attempt to break the curse and reunite with her one true love.<BR><BR>Praise for The Wrath and the Dawn<BR><BR>'A potent page-turner of intrigue and romance' Publishers Weekly<BR><BR>'Don't be surprised if the pages melt away and you find yourself racing through warm, golden sands or drinking spiced wine in cool marble courtyards. This is an intoxicating gem of a story. You will fall in love, just as I did.' Marie Lu, New York Times bestselling author of the Legend series and The Young Elites

'INTOXICATING GEM OF A STORY' MARIE LU 'A STORY I COULD NOT PUT DOWN' MARIE RUTKOWSKIA young woman spins tales to save the fate of her kingdom - and her own life. For fans of Sabaa Tahir and Leigh Bardugo.'What are you doing to me, you plague of a girl?' 'If I'm a plague, then you should keep your distance, unless you plan on being destroyed' 'No. Destroy me'Khalid, the eighteen-year-old Caliph takes a new bride each night only to have her executed at sunrise. Every dawn brings horror to another family in Khorasan, as mothers and fathers worry relentlessly over the safety of their daughters from their merciless ruler. When her best friend is murdered, sixteen-year-old Shahrzad vows to exact revenge over their tyrant ruler - and she has a clever-enough plan to carry it out. Shazi's wit and will, indeed, get her through to the dawn that no others have seen, but she soon discovers that the murderous king is not all that he seems.Is she prepared to fall for the boy who killed her best friend?Unravel the romance and mystery in this epic and addictive YA fantasy duology from a New York Times bestselling author. Readers LOVE Renee Ahdieh!'Holy crap. What a fantastically captivating tale'¿¿¿¿¿ 'One of the best and most well written romances that I have read in a very long time' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'You will devour this book. It's chemically brilliant' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I can't stop thinking about the story, I need to know the rest' ¿¿¿¿¿