He’s been trying to find an anchor for his Wolf. She’s been living a secret life. Emmet Quinn is a lone Wolf with a growly problem. Nothing seems to be able to satisfy his ornery beast. When he gets an email about a new job opportunity Emmet doesn’t have to think twice. Packing up and moving all the way across the country to New Jersey sounds crazy. But it might be the only thing to save him. The Motley Crewd Ranch is the sorriest excuse for a working ranch he’s ever seen. But that doesn’t mean he’s ready to walk away. Especially not when he meets Jezebel Braydon. The curvy human is soft and sweet, and he’s dying to know more about her. Never one to strike out with ladies, he can’t understand why this woman shoots down every attempt he makes at a little harmless flirting. Emmet knows he should back off. But there is something about her and he can’t let it go. Something hidden behind her sad smiles. A secret, perhaps? And he’s determined to ferret it out. Can this wild-eyed Wolf win sweet Jezebel’s confidence and her heart?

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HIS ORC LADY (BLACK BEAR CLAN BOOK EIGHT) by Zoe Ashwood

The moment I saw the captain, I knew. His scent unlocked a hidden part of me, a promise of a future filled with love and affection. But the Fates are cruel–they matched me to a human man who could never be mine, for his duty binds him to the southern lands while I must remain here, at the Black Bear Hill. As winter closes in, a human delegation arrives at my home, and with it, the man who’s been haunting my dreams and waking thoughts. He’s everything I remember from that first brief glimpse of him–honorable, kind, and unbearably handsome. Yet the captain–Owen–is still bound by his service to the duke whose intentions toward our clan may be less than good. He’s a soldier first and will return to his post in the human kingdom once spring arrives and the snow melts in the mountains. And I will be left here, broken-hearted and alone. So I’ll keep my distance, no matter how difficult it may be. It’s better for us both. If only he didn’t have the knack for popping up whenever I am.     AmazonKU

CHOICE OF THE WINTER WOLF (GUARDIAN OF THE WINTER STONE BOOK TWO) by Arizona Tape

VS Note: LGBTQ fantasy romance.

When Akira discovers that she’s not the only person looking for the Winter Stone, she has to make some difficult choices. Trust her new allies, even if they may be liars, or continue her journey alone. But because of her wolf soul, walking away from her fated mate is easier said than done and when more secrets come to light, Akira has to question everything she’s been taught. How can she make the right choice when there’s still so much she doesn’t know?

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SHADOW BLIGHT: A SHADOWCHASERS PARANORMAL ROMANCE by Seressia Glass

VS note: From OCT 15.

Morgan Lafayette is a Light Witch with a Shadow problem. Injured while trying to rescue a young psychic, Morgan is in a race against time and the Shadowblight growing inside her. In a last-ditch effort to save her, her family sends her to Caynham-on-Ledwyche to meet with Meg Davies, a powerful healer. Morgan doesn’t expect to meet Meg’s son and fellow astral traveler Arthur Davies or have him become her literal knight in shining armor. With the blight growing and threatening her blossoming relationship with Arthur, will Morgan put her trust in Shadowchaser Kira Solomon, knowing the Chaser will literally hold her life in her hands?

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HEART OF DEFIANCE: AN ABANDONED REALMS NOVEL (THE ROYAL SPARES) by Eva Chase

One heart can burn the way to freedom…Everyone knows you don’t mess with the empire. Our tyrannical overlords rule our conquered kingdom with an iron fist. Even after they killed my parents and left me orphaned and ostracized, I’ve swallowed my resentment. I survive by keeping my head down, scavenging the scraps my neighbors discard.
But when I see the empire’s soldiers destroying my mother’s last sculpture in the town square, years of bottled rage boil over. I never expect my sudden act of defiance to spark a full-out rebellion. Now I’m at odds with the empire’s entire army with nothing but my wits and sheer stubbornness on my side. Well, that and three incredible men I’m guarding my heart from, because they can’t possibly want a nobody like me… can they? No one thinks I stand a chance, but I’m done with cowering. I’ll lead my country to freedom–or die trying.

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THORNS AMONG SHADOWS: A RAPUNZEL RETELLING by Ally Kelly

Meira is the daughter of a nobleman, expected to take her father’s place at court. Bound by family duty, she returns to the capital city for the first time in years, feeling out of place as she enters the intricacies of court life and all that it entails. Since his father’s death, a shadow has fallen over Crown Prince Gaelen and his kingdom of Alythia. Gaelen’s stepmother is acting as Queen Regent, with a mysterious hold over the prince. Meira’s appearance at court provides a welcome distraction from his troubles. Just as Meira begins to rekindle a childhood romance with Gaelen, the prince disappears. But finding Gaelen proves to be no small matter. In order to rescue him, Meira must travel through both the Fae realm and Shadowlands, facing obstacles that will test the limits of her resolve and forces that threaten everything she cares about.

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GHOST OF THE HEART by Catherine Friend

VS Note: FF PNR.

Ghosts aren’t real, time travel isn’t possible, and aliens do not live among us. This has been Gwen Tucker’s mantra since childhood, but when she—completely without artistic skill—visits an old Spanish fort to sketch as part of a fundraising challenge, something invisible takes control of her hand and draws a series of stunning images: a man dressed as Hamlet, herself being held at gunpoint, and her wife Billie being attacked. Being possessed by a ghost was not on Gwen’s bucket list, but she must finally admit that ghosts might be real, and one is obviously trying to send her a message. With the help of Billie and the local paranormal group, Gwen struggles to figure out why they’re in danger. Their progress is hampered by an unfriendly neighbor, an irritating colleague, and a stepbrother with a hidden agenda. Just as the confusion ramps up, Billie disappears. Gwen and Billie must answer the question: Would you sacrifice everything to save the woman you love?

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SERVANT OF EARTH (THE SHARDS OF MAGIC BOOK ONE) by Sarah Hawley

Kenna Heron is best known in her village for being a little wild—some say half feral—but she’ll need every ounce of that ferocity to survive captivity in the cruel Fae court. Trapped as a servant in the faeries’ underground kingdom of Mistei, Kenna must help her new mistress undertake six deadly trials, one for each branch of magic: Fire, Earth, Light, Void, Illusion, and Blood. If she succeeds, her mistress will gain immortality and become the heir to Earth House. If she doesn’t, the punishment is death—for both mistress and servant. With no ally but a sentient dagger of mysterious origins, Kenna must face monsters, magic, and grueling physical tests. But worse dangers wait underground, and soon Kenna gets caught up in a secret rebellion against the inventively sadistic faerie king. When her feelings for the rebellion’s leader turn passionate, Kenna must decide if she’s willing to risk her life for a better world and a chance at happiness. Surviving the trials and overthrowing a tyrant king will take cunning, courage, and an iron will… but even that may not be enough.

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HEART OF THE DAMNED (ALICE WORTH BOOK NINE) by Lisa Edmonds

VS note: From OCT 29.

Mage private investigator Alice Worth survived a kidnapping and said yes to a very important question. But before she and alpha werewolf Sean Maclin have a chance to celebrate, the fallout from a coup at the Vampire Court and the attack on her pack lands right on her doorstep. The Court’s new leader threatens to destroy everything Alice has worked so long to build. As Alice fights to protect herself and those around her from the Court and her crime lord grandfather, she and her ghost sidekick Malcolm reluctantly take the case of a man who claims he committed murder while controlled by an unknown supernatural force. Though initially skeptical, they soon find evidence that supports the client’s claim. The bloodthirsty entity’s murderous spree forces Alice and her allies to hunt it down while dealing with Alice’s strange, vivid nightmares and mysterious attacks by followers of a vicious black magic practitioner. It’s a hell of a to-do list: hunt a supernatural serial killer, keep herself and those she loves alive and out of prison, forge new alliances, and face a new and looming threat unlike any she has ever encountered. Even with plenty of coffee on hand and her ghost sidekick Malcolm watching her back, Alice suspects she may be in over her head. Betrayals, deadly traps, and black magic will send Alice to the deepest, darkest, and most nightmarish pits of Hell…and force her to choose between justice for the living and the rising power of the damned.   AmazonKU

A WRAITH AT MIDNIGHT: A HISTORICAL ROMANCE ANTHOLOGY by Various

VS Note: From OCT 26. I one clicked.

Many of your favorite Historical Romance authors have come together for a collection of never-before published stories inspired by legendary hauntings and ghostly myths. A derelict old castle? A spectral lady wandering the forests? These tales will give you a chill, a thrill, and have you reading them over and over. From the moors of Devon to the ballrooms of Regency London, and far north into the Scottish Highlands, these stories will bring you wistful dreams of legendary and haunting romance. You’ve never before experience a collection like this by some of the very best authors in Historical Romance.    AmazonKU

HARBOR (ON THE WIND THREE) by Sam Burns

VS Note: MM PNR.

Orestes father was killed, his clan dissolved, and now, it’s snowing, which is the worst affront of all. The last scion of the ended Eagle clan, Orestes is sent to frigid Urial to negotiate peace with King Albany, but the sitting monarch has no interest in him, and his son, Prince Tybalt, has too much. For all his life, Tybalt has been a disappointment to his father and an embarrassment to any lord in Urial with a sense of decorum. Quick-witted and sharp-tongued, Tybalt thrives in indecency, and the new Nemedan diplomat provides the perfect opportunity to astonish court. When his father casts him aside for a new wife and heir, he is determined to take the mammoth of a man to bed. After all, any attention is better than none, even if it comes alongside horrified gasps. With nothing to anchor him to Urial, Orestes is all too happy to let the prince use him in his play for revenge, but unexpected affection lurks just behind the prince’s roguish smirk. Anything more than a tumble between them is forbidden, dangerous, deadly—but letting the last Eagle sink his claws into him is a risk Tybalt can’t help taking, even if it changes Urial forever.     AmazonKU

LEGACY OF WINGS: AN EGYPTIAN EMPIRE STORY (THE APPRENTICE OF ANUBIS) by Laura Greenwood

A family legacy is a lot to live up to – especially for Nephthys’ newest apprentice. Shan knows her parents expect a lot from her, especially when it comes to which of the Egyptian gods she’ll serve after the Day of Choosing. Despite knowing what she wants, Shan finds herself questioning her place in the temple, and whether Nephthys has chosen to bless her with magic for the right reasons. But with her twin brother, and his best friend, by her side encouraging her, can she finally claim the place that’s rightfully hers?

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BINDING SASHA (HER FATED MATE BOOK FIVE) by Emmy Lou Hayes

As a 230-year-old banshee, Sasha has long mastered the art of solitude and the haunting melodies of death. But when Rory, a vigorous immortal wolf shifter, enters her life, the wilderness of her existence is challenged by a desire that feels as old as time itself. Rory, with his relentless determination and protective instincts, is a werewolf unlike any other. He’s survived the centuries untouched by time’s decay, but nothing has prepared him for the storm that is Sasha. Together, they must navigate the perils of an unyielding destiny that seeks to bind their souls and secrets deeper than any grave. As their pasts bleed into their present, threatening to tear apart their burgeoning love, Sasha and Rory are forced to confront what it truly means to be fated mates.   AmazonKU

THE GHOST OF A CHANCE: A KREWE OF HUNTERS NOVELLA by Heather Graham

Having run into the bank to take out cash for her son’s school fair, Angela Hawkins Crow is surprised to find herself in the middle of a hostage situation. The hostage-taker is none other than Billy Mendelson, a young man suffering after a violent armed robbery attack at his home.
Angela read about the crime but is mystified by his behavior, even as he hustles her into a vault with several others. Billy was a stellar student and so much more before the events of that fateful day. How can he subject others to such violence? Thankfully, Angela realizes someone else in the bank might be able to help her bring it all to an end—without any injuries. It’s a ghost of a chance, but one she must cling to if she wishes to save the hostages and the young man so damaged by what has befallen him. Only a ghost of a chance…But one she is grateful to have. And one that just might work.     Amazon     AB 

NAUGHTY ELF EVAN by Aria Grace

VS Note: MM MPREG.

Evan loves working in Santa’s workshop. It’s an honor and a privilege to create the toys that bring so much joy to children around the globe. But as a workshop elf, he doesn’t get out much. And that means he’ll probably never find a mate. Alpha wolf Holden moved to Joyville because the tiny mountain town provides him and his wolf all the peace and privacy they need. It can be lonely at times, but he’s content only having to head into town as needed for supplies. When Evan hears about a town called Joyville that doesn’t have an elf assigned to monitor it, he makes a quick change to the travel roster and sneaks out for the trip of a lifetime. But it takes more than determination and faith to follow the pull in his gut that tells him he’s meant to be there.   AmazonKU

NAUGHTY ELF HUMBUG by Minerva Howe

VS Note: MM MPREG.

Humbug has no intention of letting Santa dictate what he does or who he mates with. But when he shows up to find lonely changeling Baxter, he can’t just up and leave. Bax doesn’t know elves are real, so Humbug sets about teaching him how to be a mate, and to understand his magical side. Can they find the love they both want, even with a deadline from Santa on the line?     AmazonKU

SUMMONING: SPELLS AND SINS by M Bonnet

He said he loved me, yet kept me in the dark like a dirty, shameful secret. He broke my heart. Shattered my spirit. Warped my mind. Unleashed the darkness inside me I never knew I had…I turn to my grandmother’s grimoire, praying to the Goddess for answers. But She gives me so much more than I ever bargained for—a being who lurks in the shadows. Who helps me seek vengeance and shows me what real devotion truly is. All magic comes at a price. And if I never see the light again, it’s a price I’m willing to pay…𝕀𝕟 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕕𝕒𝕣𝕜 𝕚𝕤 𝕨𝕙𝕖𝕣𝕖 𝕀 𝕥𝕙𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕖.   AmazonKU

THE COURTING OF BRISTOL KEATS: A NOVEL by Mary E Pearson

After losing both their parents, Bristol Keats and her sisters struggle to stay afloat in their small, quiet town of Bowskeep. When Bristol begins to receive letters from an “aunt” she’s never heard of who promises she can help, she reluctantly agrees to meet—and discovers that everything she thought she knew about her family is a lie. Even her father might still be alive, not killed but kidnapped by terrifying creatures to a whole other realm—the one he is from. Desperate to save her father and find the truth, Bristol journeys to a land of gods and fae and monsters. Pulled into a dangerous world of magic and intrigue, she makes a deadly bargain with the fae leader, Tyghan. But what she doesn’t know is that he’s the one who drove her parents to live a life on the run. And he is just as determined as she is to find her father—dead or alive.

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THE GREAT LIBRARY OF TOMORROW (TOMORROWLAND BOOK ONE) by Rosalia Aguilar Solace

Helia has served as the Sage of Hope for the Great Library of Tomorrow for centuries. She is one of the chosen few who embody and protect the values of humanity across the numerous realms of Paperworld, which are connected within the Library itself via magical portals controlled by the Book of Wisdom. But even her hope is tested when she and her partner, Xavier, the Sage of Truth, are attacked while visiting the famous Rose Garden in the realm of Silvyra. Wounded and in shock amid a storm of fire, they are confronted by a deadly figure known to them as the Ash Man. With the Garden destroyed and its dragon protector missing, Xavier sacrifices his life so that Helia can return home to warn the other Sages. But there she finds the Book of Wisdom—always a guide to the Sages—eerily silent. With the Ash Man gaining strength, Helia soon finds herself in a race against time, searching for clues to the origins of their foe—and any possible way to defeat him.

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THE MOONSTONE COVENANT by Jill Hammer

Istehar Sha’an, whose unique powers allow her to communicate with trees and books, has led her community of refugee forest people to a remarkable place. In the archipelago-city of Moonstone, the Sha’an people find themselves in an extraordinary, multicultural metropolis that houses the Library: the world’s all-encompassing repository of wisdom. But in their search for a new home, the refugees soon garner the suspicion of Moonstone’s locals, who forbid their magical practices. And when a hostile prince makes a bid to inherit the city’s rule from his father, Istehar and her people realize they may be faced with exile—or worse. Meanwhile, Istehar has married three wives of Moonstone—a brave warrior librarian, a subtle-minded former concubine, and a tenacious apothecary who has spent years trying to solve her parents’ murder. Driven by magical intuition and guided by a mysterious book, Istehar and her wives embark on a journey that will transform not only their lives, but the city of Moonstone itself.

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THE LOTUS EMPIRE by Tasha Suri

Malini has claimed her rightful throne as the empress of Parijatdvipa, just as the nameless gods prophesied. Now, in order to gain the support of the priesthood who remain loyal to the fallen emperor, she must consider a terrible bargain: Claim her throne and burn in order to seal her legacy—or find another willing to take her place on the pyre. Priya has survived the deathless waters and now their magic runs in her veins. But a mysterious yaksa with flowering eyes and a mouth of thorns lies beneath the waters. The yaksa promises protection for Ahiranya. But in exchange, she needs a sacrifice. And she’s chosen Priya as the one to offer it. Two women once entwined by fate now stand against each other. But when an ancient enemy rises to threaten their world, Priya and Malini will find themselves fighting together once more – to prevent their kingdoms, and their futures, from burning to ash.

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THE SHIVER TREE by Holly Searcy

For millennia the land of Amarra was guarded by five Druid Orders: Jade, Ice, Spirit, Sky, and Sun. But the clans splintered long ago, and without their protection, Amarra is struggling in the face of blighted crops, monstrous aberrations, and pitiless pirate raids. Looking toward a future as High Druid, Kiana Paletine is certain that if the Orders were reestablished, peace and plenty would follow—but tensions are running high. Tired of the politics and eager to finally make a difference, Kiana sets out to enlist the help of her estranged sister, Ravaini. Soon a series of visions begins to haunt her, and Kiana learns of an ancient druidic artifact called the Shiver Seed. This powerful relic has fallen into the hands of the malevolent Deep Ones, who seek to use the Seed for their own nefarious purposes. If Kiana can find the lost Ice Druids, she may be able to retake the Seed and save the clans—but if the druids fall to the Deep Ones, all of Amarra will be in danger.

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STORM WATERS by Kat Richardson

A modern noir thriller with a paranormal twist set in the Golden Age of Hollywood. Prohibition has just ended, and the US is still struggling in the depths of the Great Depression. But for notorious playboy and ex-bootlegger Marty Storm, life couldn’t be better. Only his best friend knows about his knack for water magic—and for making “problems” disappear—though no one knows his family’s shipping business was built on sorcery and murder. When he’s accused of a gruesome murder, he knows he’s been framed, but corrupt cops and his conscience aren’t his only problem. Vengeful spirits, a little girl with a strange connection to the Los Angeles River, a crate full of trouble, and broken memories, force him to unwind the horrifying secrets of his own past and return to the dark heart of his family in the bayous outside New Orleans. With some unlikely allies both new and old, Marty must confront the ugly source of his family’s fortune and power. Murder, magic, love, death, and family: Marty Storm has come to the tipping point of his life, whether he knows it or not, and to control his destiny, he’ll take a desperate plunge into dark magic he swore he’d never use.

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THE CRACK AT THE HEART OF EVERYTHING by Fiona Fenn

When the consequences get him exiled to the land he helped terrorize, can this evil wizard find redemption… and love? Orpheus can’t believe it’s come to this. After helping his childhood friend conquer the realm by raising an army of hell-beasts, the befuddled dark sorcerer finds himself banished when the price of his magic endangers the palace. Isolated and betrayed, the feared spellcaster isn’t exactly thrilled when his irritating and handsome rival keeps stepping between him and certain doom. Ill at ease in the barren wasteland his powers created, Orpheus slowly warms to the charismatic ex-general’s relentless overtures. But as his feelings grow more intense, the former villain struggles with an inconvenient calling towards heroism. Will dabbling in good deeds get him killed or open the doors to happily ever after?     Amazon

TIME AND TIDE by J M Frey

When Sam’s plane crashes catastrophically over the Atlantic, it defies all odds for Sam to be the sole survivor. But it seems impossible that she’s rescued by a warship in 1805. With a dashing sea captain as her guide, she begins to find her footing in a world she’d only seen in movies. Then Sam is betrayed. At the mercy of the men and morals of the time, and without the means to survive on her own, she’s left with no choice but to throw herself on the charity of the captain’s sisters. She resigns herself to a quiet life of forever hiding her true self. What she doesn’t expect is that her new landlady is Margaret Goodenough—the world-famous author whose yet-to-be-completed novel will contain the first lesbian kiss in the history of British Literature, and a clever woman. Clever enough to know her new companion has a secret. As the two women grow ever closer, Sam must tread the tenuous line between finding her own happiness in a place where she doesn’t think she’ll ever fit in, and possibly (accidentally) changing the course of history.

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TOTO by A J Hackwith

I was mostly a Good Dog until they sold me out to animal control, okay?
But if it’s a choice between Oz, with its creepy little singing dudes, and being behind bars in gray old Kansas, I’ll choose the place where animals talk and run the show for now, thanks. It’s not my fault that the kid is stuck here too, or that she stumbled into a tug-of-war over a pair of slippers that don’t even taste good. Now one witch in good eyeliner calls her pretty and we’re off on a quest? Teenagers. I try to tell her she’s falling in with the wrong crowd when she befriends a freaking hedge wizard made of straw, that blue jay with revolutionary aspirations, and the walking tin can. Still, I’m not one to judge when there’s the small matter of a coup in the Forest Kingdom…. Look, something really stinks in Oz, and this Wizard guy and the witches positively reek of it. As usual, it’s going to be up to a sensible little dog to do a big dog’s job and get to the bottom of it. And trust me: Little dogs can get away with anything.

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WE SHALL BE MONSTERS: A NOVEL by Alyssa Wees

Gemma Cassata lives with her mother in an isolated antiques shop in Michigan, near a seductive patch of woods concealing an enchanted gateway to fairyland. Gemma knows she’s not supposed to go into the woods—her mother, Virginia, has warned her multiple times about the monsters that lurk there—and yet she can’t resist. Virginia understands her daughter’s defiance. She knows the allure of the woods all too well. Her own mother warned her about the monsters, and Virginia also did not listen—until a witch cursed her true love just days before their child’s birth. So Virginia will do whatever she can to protect her daughter—even if it means stealing Gemma’s memories. But everything changes when Gemma gets too close to the truth, and the witch takes Virginia . Now it is up to Gemma to venture deep into the mysterious woods to rescue her mother and break the curse.

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A WILD AND RUINED SONG (HOLLOW STAR SAGA BOOK FOUR) by Ashley Shuttleworth

Arlo Jarsdel has lost everything. Her family. Her freedom. Her name. And now that she’s sharing her body with Ruin, the formidable titan of devastation, she’s even beginning to lose herself. In their most dangerous game of deception yet, Arlo has just one goal: destroy the three Bone Crowns corrupting the mortal and immortal realms before her time runs out and Ruin takes permanent control of her being. With Celadon fighting on the political front against the ruthless High Queen Riadne—now armed with the cataclysmic power of her Crown, the Sins, and Ruin—Vehan and Aurelian are scrambling in secret to build an army to rival the Riadne’s infernal forces. Meanwhile, Nausicaä will do whatever it takes to save her girlfriend from obliteration, despite knowing the odds of survival are nearly nonexistent. When the line between hero and villain becomes blurred, and bonds are put to the ultimate test, it has never been more imperative—or more difficult—to stand united. For this is not the first lifetime that these five friends have faced the evil behind this impending war, but if they can’t find their way back to each other, it might just be their last.

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YOU DROPPED A CURSE ON ME (THE WITCHES OF HOLIDAY HILLS COZY MYSTERY SERIES BOOK 22) by Carol Ridder Aspenson

VS Note: From OCT 31.

When my biggest fan showed up in Holiday Hills, I was flattered— and a little annoyed, but she was harmless…until her obsession took a darker turn. She claimed to know my secret: that I’m not just a writer of witchy cozy mysteries, but a real-life witch. I wasn’t the only one she targeted, either. Soon, her wild accusations sent ripples of panic through our magical town, and someone decided to shut her up. Permanently.
Now, I’m caught in the middle of a real murder mystery. With the town’s secrets hanging by a thread and a killer on the loose, I must uncover the truth before our world is exposed—or someone else ends up dead.   AmazonKU     AB

THE WEST WIND (THE FOUR WINDS BOOK TWO) by Alexandria Warwick

Brielle of Thornbrook has dedicated her life to the abbey. She spends her days forging iron and her evenings studying the Text, all in preparation of becoming an acolyte. Twenty-one years on this earth and she has never touched a man. And she never will. But when she finds an injured stranger in the forest, Brielle can’t resist the urge to help him. The encounter leads her to the realm of Under, where the air breathes rot, and the fair folk dance and whisper. Where she discovers that the man she helped is actually a god: Zephyrus, the West Wind, Bringer of Spring. There are few Brielle can trust in Under, least of all Zephyrus. He is charming, dangerously so, and never has a man so thoroughly ensnared her. As she embarks on a journey through the eerie banks and caves of Under, Brielle finds herself in a perilous situation. For here is where faith and heart collide—and where she risks not only her future…but her life.

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WITCH QUEEN OF REDWINTER (REDWINTER CHRONICLES BOOK THREE) by Ed McDonald

Having been saved from execution at the hands of the Draoihn—powerful magic users Raine used to count as allies—Raine finds herself in the Fault, a vast magical wasteland, which is falling apart before her eyes. Alongside her two closest companions, they are searching for the only person Raine believes can help them get back home: the enigmatic and infuriatingly elusive Queen of Feathers. But what home are they trying to get back to? Ovitus LacNaithe, power-hungry traitor that he is, has taken control of the Draoihn and is unwittingly doing the bidding of a darker master. He is soon to take control of the Crown of Harranir and plunge the land into unending darkness. The fate of two worlds hangs in the balance. The stakes have never been higher. It’s going to take Raine’s dark, terrible powers, as well as the unbreakable bond of three friends, to ensure everyone lives to see the dawn.

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OUR DEADLY DESIGNS (A THE DARK DESCENT NOVEL) by Kalyn Josephson

The Illinir may be over, but the race for Enderlain’s future has just begun. The hunt for the old king’s lost heir is on, and the first to find them will win the throne. Mikira has allied herself with the rebels in pursuit of the heir, but the deeper her search takes her, the closer she gets to the royal family’s wicked past. Ari is struggling to control her own growing power as she grapples with a dark secret that may be her undoing ― and the truth behind Damien’s greatest foe. Damien, the new head of House Adair, joins the race to find the royal successor and secure the crown. But as his influence at court grows, so do his paranoia and hunger for power. Reid is trying his best to stay true to the friend who’s always had his loyalty ― and the flame who has his heart ― while trapped in a web of chaos and lies. All the while, a darker force is festering in Enderlain’s underbelly. Mikira, Ari, Damien, and Reid will need to find a way back to one another ― and themselves ― before the kingdom is torn apart.

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SEDUCING SCYLLA by Lex Logan

When Morgan’s helpfulness sees her kidnapped and thrown in the back of a van, the last thing she expects is to end up marooned on a sentient and not-so-mythical island. Even less so, when she finds herself face to face with a tantalizing sea monster who claims they are fated mates. Morgan is faced with figuring out how she’s going to get home, and more importantly, does she even want to? Seducing Scylla is a story about second chances, finding love where you least expect it, and new beginnings. Join Morgan and Scylla as they navigate language barriers, meddling Fates, and a burning hot desire that neither of them seems able to control.     Amazon

THE TWICE-SOLD SOUL (MCKENNA ELLERBECK BOOK ONE) by Katie Hallahan

You can’t outrun your demons—McKenna Ellerbeck knows this all too well. She’s been running from literal demons for a decade, one that will stop at nothing to take McKenna’s magic for their own and one that shattered her heart by grasping for dark power. After a horrible run-in with hellhounds on the streets of Paris, McKenna is ready to hide again when she’s confronted by her ex, the Archdemon of Desire Remiel Blake. Remi, the sexiest of gender-shifting demons, calls in an old debt that McKenna owes her, though unlike other deals the terms of fulfillment are simple: all she needs to do is return to her hometown of Arcadia Commons, Massachusetts, for seven days. Disgruntled and disguised at her own insistence, McKenna returns home to the magical community, intent on simply staying in her hotel room watching pay-per-view. But with her high school reunion conveniently happening in the same hotel she’s staying at—the one owned by her ex-boyfriend Bastien Lemaire—and her brother mysteriously picking fights with the town’s most prominent witch family, she finds she can’t stay away for long and decides it’s finally time to face her past and the witches, werewolves, demons, and friends she left behind.

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PACK RUIN (SPLINTERED BOND BOOK THREE) by Merri Bright

My past is hunting me. The Mountain pack is everything I hoped: a haven where every shifter has the same rights. Pack laws are respected and followed without fail. Even the Alpha must obey them, or suffer dire consequences. But the law says I’m not allowed to live here. When the corrupt leader of the Council delivers an ultimatum calling for the death of one of my mates, there are no good options. If we stay, it means war. If we sneak away, we become rogues. No matter what, my dream of a safe home is ruined. And my only escape may be back where I began.   AmazonKU

MERRY CRIS MOOSE (OTTER COVE SHIFTERS BOOK NINE) by Delta James

VS note: From OCT 30.

Keely Blake is a visionary toy designer whose creations overflow with whimsy and delight. When a mysterious job offer leads her to a remote, enchanting workshop, she seizes the chance to bring her imaginative toys to life—unaware she’s stepping into a world she believed only existed in fairy tales. Cris Sutton, the enigmatic CEO of North Star Toys, harbors a secret as immense as Christmas itself. As Santa Claus’s Chief of Staff and a moose-shifter, he’s tasked with safeguarding the dwindling magic of the holiday season. The last thing he needs is the arrival of his fated mate, complicating his mission. Yet from the moment Keely bursts into his life, her creativity and spirit awaken something he’d thought long lost. With Christmas magic fading and Jack Frost threatening to plunge the world into eternal winter, Keely and Cris must work together to reignite the belief in children’s hearts everywhere. Can Keely’s inventive spirit and unwavering belief restore the wonder of Christmas? Will Cris risk opening his heart to the one woman who was meant to be his? Together, they might just spark a miracle that changes the world—and their lives—forever.     AmazonKU

FLAME (ELEMENTAL MEN BOOK THREE) by Louisa Masters

VS Note: MM PNR

“I didn’t actually accuse the guy of being an arsonist.” My job is to put out fires, so the people who set them on purpose make me mad. There’s one arsonist we’ve been after for years, but finding him is harder than you’d think. So when I see the same sexy redhead hanging out at fire after fire, what am I to think except that he might be our guy? He sure does like playing with fire… just not the way I thought.     AmazonKU

A BEASTLY COURT (HOMESTEADER HEARTH WITCH BOOK SEVEN) by Kat Healy

A brother imprisoned in the Unseelie Court. A fae bargain tighter than overworked bread dough. An entire town bespelled. Too bad I’ve been cursed to forget all about it. Most of the time. With the deadline of the winter solstice rapidly approaching, I have more to worry about than a spotty memory. Grandmother has put a lock on my magic, the very power I need to summon and anchor the portal to Elfame. Good thing a fae king and his court are so willing to help me unlock it. Ossian’s Court of Beasts is a wonder unlike any I’ve ever seen: talking animals, blue fire, dozens of secret nooks and crannies within the castle, and one mysterious black door I’m never supposed to open. But it can be as dangerous as its namesake too: the Brotherhood with their strange tattoos, monsters in the woods terrorizing Redbud’s citizens, our greatest enemy the Bear Prince chained to the wall in the great hall. As the curse around my magic gradually lifts under Ossian’s tutelage, something more terrifying than the grizzly bear makes itself known. I’m not a guest, but a prisoner. We all are. And the only way to free us is for me to become everything Violet destined me to be. Yeah… definitely no time for afternoon tea.     AmazonKU

UNFORGETTABLE CHRISTMAS by Stella Williams

Elf Cosplay + Reindeer Shifters = One Wild Ride A Fun Black Holiday Romance To Get You In the Spirit – Trishelle Harris is the ultimate Christmas enthusiast. Picture Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” and “Jingle Bells” as her year-round anthems. Her festive spirit, though contagious to most, was a tad too much for her Boss. Surprisingly, getting fired turned out to be a blessing in disguise. When an offer for a dream job hits her inbox, Trishelle wasted no time in packing her bags and heading to the one place where her holiday passion would be celebrated – Santana, California, the city of Holiday Magic. Jesse Freedman, a Santana native through and through, has witnessed the quirky holiday antics of his mountain town for as long as he can remember. However, the festive spirit has eluded him for years. That is until a spirited elf waltzes into his office, claiming to be his new recruit. Sparks fly, but will Trishelle be open to more than just the instant connection between them?     Amazon

BIGFOOT’S MATE (MATES FOR MONSTERSBOOK THREE) by Candace Ayers

VS Note: A short.

Love is blind…and apparently pretty hairy – My slimeball boss embezzled from the company and framed me! I think I can prove I’m not guilty, but a trial will take months. I don’t have months. I may not even have weeks. I’m incarcerated, terminally ill, and out of options. My lawyer’s solution? Well, let’s just say the guy’s legal advice lands me in the furry arms of a legendary cryptid. Luckily, the big, possessive, cinnamon roll just might be what I need most right now…a savior.   AmazonKU

ZERO JUDGMENT: TALES FROM THE TAROT by Kota Quinn

Zero is a tracker for the Elite Guard, the supernatural police that hunts down rogues. Zero’s number one goal was to work for the Elite and seek revenge on the vampires who killed his childhood friend. But after so many years of moving from place to place, he wants to settle down. Zero volunteers to help guard one of the magical small towns where paranormals and humans live together openly. He’s settled in this new town, has a life, friends, and hopefully, soon he’ll meet his mate. But what he doesn’t expect to find is his childhood friend alive and well. Except his friend isn’t alive. He’s undead, just like all the creatures he’s hunted down.     AmazonKU

HOWLS AND HOME RUNS (MASCOT MATCHUPS BOOK ONE) by Biblio Barbie

The Westland Wolves are known for three things: a winning record, hot shot rookies, and Wilder, their wolf mascot. After some unfortunate circumstances, the team rebrands to move forward. With a new and improved mascot suit, revamped stadium, and a new handler, the Westland Wolves are sure to make a comeback. Wilder – I’m not sure when I became whatever this is, but I’ve been this way for a while now. I sit in my locker awaiting a new season and then one day she opens my locker. Sunshine In human form, lighting up the emptiness inside of me. Lainey – Running from my past, I end up in a new town applying for a mascot handler position for the Westland Wolves. Being the famous Wilder’s handler is not what I expected. Can I make this work? Or will I end up running from this town, too?      Amazon

ASSASSIN OF IROLYTH: A REALMS OF ELSWYTH STANDALONE by Willow Asteria

Princess Piper fled the fae realm of Irolyth after her uncle stole the throne three years ago. Hiding among the humans and working as a waitress in a rundown bar isn’t glamorous, but at least she should be safe. Everything changes when the most dangerous assassin in the land walks in. Jax may be her only chance to regain the throne and return to her homeland. After tricking him and sealing their magical bargain with a kiss, he’s bound to help her defeat her uncle and reclaim her throne. Can Piper prove to her people that she is ready to be Queen? The real question is, can she convince herself?     AmazonKU

FIRED BY MY GRUMPY DRAGON BOSS (GRUMPY MONSTER BOSSES BOOK THREE) by Ami Wright

My grumpy dragon boss doesn’t want a mate and I don’t want him either! In fact, he’s the last guy on earth I can see myself with…Worse: he fires me with no warnings for a totally stupid reason. Rude! If I thought he was a jerk when I worked for him, that’s nothing to the way Kivrayn makes my blood boil now. So I go to work for his biggest rival, looking for my opportunity to have my revenge. It’s like he goes out of his way to make me uncomfortable: glaring at me across a crowded auction room; frequenting my favorite coffee spot. He even turns up on the only date I’ve had in months and completely ruins it! What a prick!Only, the more we keep running into each other, the more I start to wonder if the heat in his stare is more than hatred. When a drunken hate f*ck turns my world upside down, it’s time to admit that the fire between us is explosive in the bedroom. But that’s hardly a good basis for a relationship, and dragons mate for life. Have I bitten off more than I can chew? I can’t be bound to the grumpiest, bossiest monster I’ve ever met, for the rest of my life.     AmazonKU

PHOENIX CHOSEN (THE PHOENIX GUARDIANS BOOK THREE) by Ashe Moon

VS Note: MM MPREG PNR

Returned to Circeana, Tyler is still unsure if his powers will ever manifest, while Kalistratos—despite regaining his phoenix abilities—can’t shake the fear that he’s not worthy of being Tyler’s Guardian and mate. With darkness closing in, they must find their missing friends and two pregnant omegas from Earth before it’s too late. But just as the impossible mission begins, Tyler’s world shifts again—he’s about to give birth!     AmazonKU     AB

A PACK FOR AUTUMN by Emilia Emerson

VS Note: MFMM Why Choose.

She was looking for quiet. She found them instead. Starlight Grove needs a new Lighthouse Keeper and Olive Autumn Harvest needs a fresh start. Preferably one with as much solitude as possible. So, her new job and isolated ocean cottage is perfect—except for the eccentric, meddling townspeople, and the cat who’s adopted her. When the town wins a grant for lighthouse restoration, Olive is forced to let the contractors into her space…a company comprised of three hot alphas: Easton, her golden retriever stalker. Lars, the steady, protective viking. And Finn, who’s hiding a pain that matches her own. Suddenly, these guys are everywhere—and they’re completely unfazed by Olive’s prickly personality as they try to care for her, protect her, and court her. But everyone in this relationship is holding on to secrets… and it might not just be the lighthouse that needs restoration.     AmazonKU

ECHOES OF TIME: THE FIRST LEAP: BOOK ONE by Fiona Blaze

VS Note: From OCT 16.

I wake up every day in someone else’s life, always lost in time, never knowing where I’ll land next. But there’s one constant—Lucas. He’s the only familiar face in this whirlwind of past lives, the one person I feel connected to, even if I don’t know why. We’ve been torn apart and thrown back together across centuries. And while I try to make sense of these jumps, he’s the only one who seems to understand. Until now, neither of us knew how or why it was happening. But with the discovery of an ancient artifact, we’re starting to realize that this chaotic, beautiful nightmare is just beginning. There’s a race against time—literally—to find answers, before we’re lost to the jumps forever. But every leap brings us closer to something that could destroy us both. We’re not the only ones searching. Others are after the artifact, and if they get to it first, we may never escape this tangled web of time. Somewhere between love and destiny, between hope and fear, Lucas and I will fight for what matters most. Because no matter how many lives we’ve lived, one thing remains true: I will always find him.     AmazonKU

THIS BLOOD THAT BREAKS US (THIS BLOOD THAT BINDS US BOOK THREE) by S L Cokeley

VS note: Not a fan of the cover.

You can never escape your past. And Zach and Luke Calem are tired of running. With Blackheart in the rearview, they arrive at their new home with The Family in Northern Ireland. Luke tries to stay away from the queen but finds it an impossible task. Leveraging his influence, he keeps the people closest to him safe, yet struggles to reconcile the person he desires to be with the role he must evolve into. Meanwhile, Zach will do anything to keep his brother from falling apart—except confront his own inner demons. Loyalty to Luke is questioned following a complicated relationship with the queen, and the twins grapple with their strengthening blood bond. In the wake of Ascension—their induction into The Guard—their bond is tested as The Family closes in on fulfilling prophecy. Will Zach and Luke remain true to themselves and each other, or will fate prove stronger than brotherly blood? What will break first?   AmazonKU

FEARLESS BOND by Roe Horvat.

VS note: MM MPREG PNR. 

Calvin – When my ex kicks me out of the car in the middle of nowhere, I’d rather freeze than wait for him to come back. I hike through the snowy forest, aiming for a tiny mountain town I know nothing about. I’m losing my strength when a guy on a four-wheeler finds me, wraps me in a parka, and brings me to his home. He’s huge and scary-looking, but the longer he lets me stay, the more I like him. Under his grumpy façade, Barclay Black is a teddy bear. Barclay – Bear shifters don’t hibernate, but sometimes I wish we could. The upcoming winter has made me cranky. I come off a bit harsh when I find a human stumbling through the forest, because who goes hiking in the snow without proper gear? The poor omega isn’t a tourist, though. Calvin needs a place to stay and someone to protect him, and before I can question myself, he has me wrapped around his little finger. I keep telling myself that he’s vulnerable and too young for me… until I realize he wants me, too.     AmazonKU

A SOUL TO EMBRACE: DUSKWALKER BRIDES BOOK EIGHT by Opal Reyne

All Zylah wanted was to heal. Lost, alone, and nameless, she seeks out a companion. Someone to cherish amidst the chaos and the Demon attacks. When she stumbles across a broken and injured Jabez, she uses her healing hands to save him, never questioning his motives for staying. As the emotions growing between them become tangled, her infatuation turns into dangerous passion. She longs to keep her claws in this handsome and enthralling male, whose chilling gaze has softened in the time they’ve spent together. All Jabez wanted was revenge. Not even his near death can shake Jabez’s determination to destroy the Elvish people. The hatred clinging to his heart is impossible to relinquish, and when faced with an unexpected opportunity to resurrect his war, Jabez eagerly takes it. His new companion is the answer, though she isn’t what she seems. After gaining humanity, her personality shines, and she completely turns his life and thoughts upside down. The longer he remains at her side, the more he desires to protect her – even from himself. Can he give up his revenge and risk losing everything… for someone who could come to hate him because of his cruel past? ** This book contains a side story novella in it at the end – around 88% **   AmazonKU

THE SHADES OF ELPHAME by Jennifer Allis Provost

Robert will do anything to keep Karina safe, even if it means mastering the shades of Elphame. Robert has had many titles: folklorist, scholar, and most recently, assassin. He is the gallowglass, the most feared warrior in Elphame, and his sword belonged to the Seelie Queen. Then an American woman—his dearest Karina—freed not only his body but his soul from the queen’s thrall. As Robert and Karina begin their life together, terrifying shades from Elphame attack them at home. The shades focus their anger on Karina, but before they can be dealt with, Robert is summoned back to Elphame. The shades follow, and Robert is faced with a choice: destroy the shades, or become their master.   AmazonKU

KISS OF DARKNESS by Sirena Knighton

Elena, Phoenix shifter and High Priestess of Solaris, has spent decades keeping the darkness at bay with the Sun God’s power. But now, shadows creep closer, people are vanishing, and whispers of a dark cult worshipping the Shadow King grow louder. To protect her people, Elena must confront the Shadow King himself—even if it means sacrificing her life. Dario was once a proud mage—until his arrogance led to his downfall. His punishment? A curse that binds him to the darkness, turning him into the feared Shadow King. For years, he’s hidden in the shadows, evading the Sun Paladins hunting him. But when the fiery High Priestess herself comes for him, everything changes. Dario is ready for a fight, not the fierce, undeniable attraction that blazes between them. And though light calls to shadow, Elena is determined to end the Shadow King’s dark reign, while Dario vows to prove he’s not the villain his priestess believes him to be. But with the dark cult threatening to tear Solaris apart, two opposites must unite to defeat the true enemy. In a world of light and shadow, can love find a way to rise…or will they burn for it?     AmazonKU

DANINE (FAMILIAR TRAINING ACADEMY BOOK TWO) by Alice Gene

Michael has enrolled at The Familiar Training Academy to be paired with the familiar who’ll be at his side for life. Only, the Academy has chosen to put him with their problem child. And he’s supposed to teach her obedience? Danine hangs out with wild raccoons and has no intention of taking orders. But Michael makes the bond so sweet, she has to stick around for more. When a class project gets her lost in a charmed forest, will he find her?

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BALOR (BALOR’S SAINTS MC BOOK ONE) by Harley Wylde

Belladonna: My father, the leader of my coven, is a monster. When I hear him talking about selling me in marriage to another coven, I know I need to escape. And there’s only one hope. I have to find the mage who prophesied to father the most powerful child seen in centuries and get him to sleep with me. I knew tricking the notorious dark mage Balor Hades into bed was risky. But I’d planned to be gone before my spell wore off. Just one problem… He woke up before I did. Now he’s confined me to his house… and he’s beyond pissed. Balor: The witch should have never darkened my doorstep. She definitely shouldn’t have cast a spell on me. But she did, and now I know she’s mine… my fated mate. I’ve waited two hundred years, and now that I have her in my grasp, I’m not letting her go. I’ll put everything on the line to protect her, even from her own father. But can the town of Darkwood survive a battle with her coven? My brothers in the Balor’s Saints MC have my back, even if they aren’t too sure about Belladonna just yet. With them on my side, I know we’ll get through this. Except I’ve been keeping something from them — my real identity. When they find out, will all hell break loose? Or will they still stand with me to fight against the supernatural storm brewing?

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HOW TO KEEP A FAE by L V Lane

I’m a feeder. My role is to give blood. A transaction, nothing more. We’re not supposed to have favorites nor nurture infatuations. And we’re definitely, under no circumstances, supposed to fall in love. But I did—twice. A human alpha who steals my breath and calls me his queen. An intense, dominant fae warrior who unbridles new desires. I wonder if they feel the same way. If they ever talk about me. As it turns out, the two men are best friends and they both want to claim me. What they haven’t realized is that they’re both pursuing the same fae… at least, not yet.     AmazonKU

THE VICTORIAN TRAVELLER by L M Bean

VS Note: Jane Austen did not write about Victorian times. She died 20 years before Victoria came to the throne and 59 years before the setting of this book. Reviews were generally good for this book.

Join Elena Manning as she gets hurled back in time to Victorian London, 1876. Where her skills are put to the ultimate test, as she takes on the guise of a Victorian– evading discovery, gangsters, marriage proposals and disgruntled gentlemen in snug suits who are not as charming as Jane Austen made them out to be. Elena must navigate this old world to uncover a mystery, and ultimately, find her way back home.

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RIDING MY DRAGONS (DRAGONS OF TELLUS BOOK ONE) by Lily Wilder

I gave myself to three dragons. To find my missing father, I travel to the parallel world Tellus. There, I enroll in a university for humans and dragon shifters. Being shy I struggle to get any answers until I catch the eye of three dragons. Elliot– a star athlete blessed with the charms and looks of a romance novel hero. Byron–a nobleman with quick reflexes and a razor-sharp intelligence. Cade– a confident and vain rogue who thinks the world of himself. The three Alphas are everything I’m not. Them being interested in me makes no sense. But who am I to say no to three gorgeous males? As a virgin, I never thought I’d allow myself to be shared by three dragons…until now. Then a cult comes looking for me…Will the dragons turn into my protectors, or is this the end of our love story?     AmazonKU

TEMPEST OF WRATH AND VENGEANCE (THE LEGACY SERIES BOOK THREE) by Melissa Roehrich

VS Note: From OCT 31.

A Fated Purpose – Tessalyn Ausra has taken her revenge, and it’s never tasted so sweet. Feared by the rulers of Devram, she’s under the protection of the Achaz Kingdom where she can fulfill her purpose. But with power she can’t control and the bond still in place, she finds temptation and chaos around every corner. Correcting the balance promises the ultimate freedom, but the dark still calls, even if destiny beckons. She’s finally found her purpose in this world. Will it lead to salvation or destruction? A Broken Destiny – Theon St. Orcas has been planning for this moment his entire life. Finally the Arius Lord, he’s more alone than ever. Axel is missing, Luka is in another kingdom, and he’s left with two broody strangers from another realm and no Source. Once again, he’s racing against time to figure out a history that’s been manipulated. Pulled in all directions, sacrifices are demanded. How can he protect his people when the biggest threat is the one he’d sacrifice anything for? A Tempting Betrayal – Sent to a foreign kingdom, Luka Mors finds himself the outsider he’s always dreaded being. Needing to stay at Tessa’s side, he’s in the center of a dangerous game, but more than that, he’s forced to stay in the presence of a temptation he’s been denying for years. He’s always prided himself on his loyalty, but what does he do when that loyalty starts to waver?     AmazonKU

A STAB IN THE DARK (MISS DARK’S APPARITIONS BOOK FIVE) by Suzannah Rowntree

Undead dancers, underhanded management…and a deadly opera ghost in 1890s Paris! Now comfortably wealthy for the first time in her life, Miss Dark finds herself looking forward to her crew’s newest assignment at the Paris Opera. Certainly, it’s tough luck on the tenor whose grisly death has put an unceremonious halt to the new Wagner production. But helping Vasily to steal the Paris Opera in the guise of a squabbling married couple could be exactly the introduction to high society Molly has been itching for. Miss Nijam, meanwhile, has always longed to solve a murder, and helping her to evade the death-traps littered around the Opera might finally give Alphonse Schmidt the opportunity to confess his feelings. And Mimi Laine, whose talents as a cat-burglar have always outstripped her abilities as a ballerina, is eager for her long-awaited chance to study with a master, the mysterious M Christophe. But life isn’t easy for a crew of thieves who’ve relinquished their burglar to the pursuit of Art. And meanwhile, ballerinas like Mimi are disappearing into the depths of the Opera. If Molly and her crew can’t solve the mystery of the Opera Ghost, one of their own might be next.

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CANDY APPLES AND CLAIRVOYANTS: A SEASONAL SUGAR SHACK WITCH MYSTERY by Danielle Garrett

VS Note: From OCT 29.

High school senior Rosella Midnight heads to the town Harvest Party hoping to score a free candy bar and avoid her overachieving cousin. But when the festival’s clairvoyant asks for help, Rosella’s unique magical talent becomes the key to unraveling a startling theft. Aided by a ragtag team of animal informants, Rosella must navigate high school drama, small-town secrets, and her own self-doubts to crack the case. But when the path to the culprit leads her a little too close to home, Rosella wonders if perhaps she should have just gone trick-or-treating. Can Rosella decipher clues from chatty chipmunks and gossipy geese? And most importantly, can she unmask the crystal ball thief in time to snag the last caramel apple at the festival?     AmazonKU

EMMALYNN’S STRENGTH: THE LEGACY SERIES by Sandra R Neeley

Emmalyn has spent her life being stronger, bolder and more independent than just about any other female her age. She’d never had a problem going toe to toe with any male, regardless of their stature, but that was probably because she was born a Bear shifter. Her very nature prepared her for the career she ran head first into since graduating the Academy in Quantico. She’s a profiler for the FBI, and a very good one at that. The only thing that’s ever frightened her at all was her mate. They grew up together as children, but the mate thing only came to light near the end of their high school years. Still, it was enough to send her running for the hills of Quantico, Virginia. No matter how much she cared about him, and she did, there was no way she’d give up her independence, her strength, her sense of self to be somebody’s mate. You admit you need anyone it’s an indication that you can’t take care of yourself, isn’t it? Let some of yourself go, in order to become part of a couple? Nope. Not happening, no way she was going to allow any male, not even her beloved Barron, to rob her of the strength and self-reliance it took her years to perfect. Barron has always been easy going and laid back. Born of two Alpha shifters, he was strong enough to…(more blurb on ebook seller’s page)      AmazonKU

THE DEMON LORD’S CLOAK by Delilah Devlin

VS Note: A re-release.

After awakening in a castle, bound and at the mercy of her captor, Voletta has every reason to fear the mysterious man holding her in his arms. Instead, his brooding presence intrigues her, and his hard body excites her. However attracted she is, she must escape before he discovers her dark secret…but then she learns he has one of his own.   AmazonKU

BITTER BRAMBLES (THE IVY INSTITUTE BOOK TWO) by Albany Walker

I expected to die as soon as I stepped foot into the Ivy Institute, but dying would have been too easy. Nothing at The Ivy is quite what it seems. Not the enigmatic demon whose touch kills everyone he touches, yet somehow saved my life the first day I arrived. Nor the dark deity combat instructor who vows to train me to survive the Undertaking. A deadly game held to entertain the Gods he’s forsaken. The headmistress brought me here to be her secret weapon. She made it clear if I can’t be useful, I’ll be dead. When I’m torn from The Ivy and my mates, I’m certain she’s responsible. Huddled in the icy cliffs of Mount Nivei lies Frostburn Institute where the cold will kill you nearly as fast as its inhabitants. Death seems inevitable, until an unlikely ally makes himself known.     AmazonKU

SUBSTITUTE SANTA by Zoe Chant

The holidays are full of surprises, and polar bear shifter Wade just got hit with a doozy: he needs to take over as the mall’s Santa. Wade is used to the peace and quiet of his woodworking shop, not the non-stop chaos of the Christmas Village. (How many times can one guy listen to the same Christmas carol?) At least it’s only for a few days … but the second he meets harried elf Mira, his fated mate, he knows he wants this part to last a lifetime. Mira needs her holiday bonus to help her aging parents, so she’ll put up with anything—even spending weeks in a costume that makes her stick out like a sore thumb. Even the personal enmity of the Christmas Village’s finicky, overbearing manager. Even—shudder—all-day carol-oke. The one bright spot in her day is Wade, who is sweet, funny, and devastatingly handsome. Mira can’t help being swept off her feet. But between all her worries and all her boss’s ill-conceived publicity stunts, can she and Wade actually make it to a merry Christmas?   AmazonKU

THE UNDERWORLD SERIES: RISE OF THE QUEEN: VOLUME THREE byRJ Kane

VS note: From the blurb for book one: “Based on the myth of Hades and Persephone, “The Underworld Series” is a fresh take on the myth that challenges common perceptions of good, evil, light, and dark. Everyone has choices to make every single day and your life is a result of those choices. “

Rise of the Queen continues the story that began with Rise of the King, volumes One and Two. It is not a standalone book. The story picks up exactly where volume Two left off and continues to follow the evolution of various relationships introduced in the first two books. The reader will continue to enjoy the immersion in the story while discovering new details seemingly in real time. Continue with the characters you’ve fallen in love with as they uncover hidden truths about the world and themselves, discovering their own powers in the process. New alliances and new betrayals test even the strongest of bonds between Sephie, Adrik, and all the men.

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QUEEN OF STARS AND SHADOWS (DARK FAE GUARDIAN BOOK THREE) by Aurora Grey

Torn between two worlds…Separated from the man she loves…Fighting to save her throne and her best friend…Sarielle has never been more lost. Kingdoms will fall, hearts will be broken, and the future of Aureon will never be the same. QUEEN OF STARS AND SHADOWS is the third and final book in the Dark Fae Guardian series, a forbidden love fae fantasy romance. It is part of the connected Crowns of Aureon series, along with the City of Night series.     AmazonKU

HUNTED IN HOLLY by Leann Belle

I’ll never let him catch me – The King of the North Pole was supposed to be an ally. He wasn’t supposed to burn my kingdom in the South Pole to the ground and destroy everything I knew and loved. As the new Queen, I’ll take my revenge no matter what it costs me. But Nicholas, the immortal Saint, is far more powerful than I ever imagined. And when he flips the script on my assassination attempt, I find myself running through a frosty woods, trying to outrun and outsmart the vicious and brutal ruler. Three Days. If I can evade him for just three days, he promises he’ll let me go. But if he catches me before midnight on Christmas day, then the only gift I’ll be finding under the tree is my worst nightmare: A wedding dress.     AmazonKU

ALPHA UNIVERSITY (FATED MATES SERIES BOOK ONE) by Brittany Carter

Sweeny Evans is one year away from graduating from Luna University. The university for she-wolves marked with a Luna Crescent. When a hurricane destroys Alpha University, which holds the top alphas of the southern states, they merge colleges. Sweeny comes face-to-face with the biggest alpha of them all. Her mate. When rogue werewolves start breaking into campus, Sweeny and Statton are tossed into the middle of a war bigger than anything they’ve ever seen.     AmazonKU

BECOMING THE LOYAL MATE (LOYAL WOLF BOOK TWO) by Krista Lark

Elizabeth had been warned: stay away from Aaron. But Aaron? Yeah, he didn’t quite agree with that. Aaron and his crew ruled the school, effortlessly stealing Elizabeth’s attention—and, of course, her heart. The cliché version? Everyone assumed Elizabeth was the one pulling the strings, the troublemaker freshman who snagged every girl’s dream guy.
The truth? “Elizabeth saved me… but she thought I was a puppy.” When the almighty Alpha Aaron isn’t so untouchable anymore, and the girl with powers starts calling the shots, can their little spark still survive?   AmazonKU

MASKED FATE (FATED LOVE BOOK THREE) by Chantal Fernando

They say that messing with fate is a dangerous game. But I chose to play it. When I find out that my fated mate is the warrior that hates me and my kind, I make a decision; I hide the bond. Big mistake. Now I have to watch as he gives himself to everyone. Everyone except me. And when the truth comes out, will our worlds ever be the same again?

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IF THE CROWN FITS (TWISTED CROWN TRILOGY BOOK ONE) by Leane Giliomi

A thief has three rules: #1: Never get caught #2: Never trust anyone
#3: Never, ever, forget to guard your heart – In the kingdom of Everness, the memory of magic only lives on through whispered stories. Lara, an elusive bandit raised in a clan of thieves, makes the mistake of stealing from the tyrannical royal family . . . and getting caught. She has no idea how high the price for her freedom will be. Forced to choose between forfeiting her life or offering her services to the prince regent, Lara is blackmailed into retrieving a stolen heirloom from Cai, the infuriatingly charming crown prince of the enemy kingdom. Lara must pose as his betrothed — a princess of Everness he is yet to set eyes on. Bound by a deadly secret and driven by a desperate need to protect those she loves most, Lara’s path to freedom is filled with deceit and desire. But it can only lead her to becoming an enemy of the crown, or an enemy of her own heart.     AmazonKU

EMBER’S CLAIM by Jillian West

The North American Pack was always meant to be Ember’s birthright, but she grew up far away from shifter culture in a sanctuary city for monsters. Her wolf yearns to scout pack lands and socialize with other wolves, but Ember understands the risks, especially considering female shifters are nearly endangered nowadays. So, she keeps her distance, even if she has to fight her wolf at every turn…And that works until Ember’s team is called in on a mysterious case for the paranormal council. Their suspect has ties to the North American Pack, and Ember’s wolf sees it as a perfect excuse to snoop around the pack lands. Only big things are happening in the supernatural world, and what happens next, none of them could have guessed. With her newly claimed mates at her back, will she be able to fix the injustices of the past? Or will everything unravel as quickly as it came together?     AmazonKU

WOLF’S MARK by Piper Stone

His mark didn’t make me his. Instinct did. When he reddened my ass and ravaged me like a beast that fateful night, I thought Jax was just a sinfully sexy billionaire who knew exactly how to make a girl like me scream his name in bed. By the time I knew he was an alpha shifter, he’d already claimed me as his mate. But with a terrifying enemy stalking us both, it will take more than just his mark to protect me. It will take his whole pack.     AmazonKU

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