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Juliette Ferrars is dangerous. One touch can cripple, maim, even kill. For most of her life, she’s been locked away—feared as a monster, isolated as a curse. But in a world ruled by The Reestablishment, power is currency, and Juliette’s is priceless. To them, she’s a weapon to be molded, controlled, unleashed. To Juliette, it’s the chance to finally decide: will she let herself be used—or rise up and claim her power? Across six electrifying novels, Juliette battles tyrants, rebels, and her own fears, all while navigating a romance that burns as hot as revolution itself. This complete digital collection of Tahereh Mafi’s Shatter Me series delivers heart-pounding action, devastating choices, and a heroine who must decide if her touch means ruin—or salvation.

In a kingdom divided by blood, Reds serve while Silvers rule. Mare Barrow is a Red destined for poverty—until the day she discovers a deadly power flowing through her veins, one that should belong only to the Silver elite. Her secret makes her dangerous. It also makes her valuable. Whisked into the glittering, cutthroat world of the court, Mare is forced to play a role she never wanted while revolution brews outside palace walls. Torn between loyalty, betrayal, and a power that could upend the kingdom, Mare learns that in the game of power, trust is the deadliest weapon. Now you can experience Victoria Aveyard’s complete Red Queen saga—Red Queen, Glass Sword, King’s Cage, and War Storm—in one electrifying collection.

Fia Riftborne has survived twenty years as an outcast, branded by rebellion and haunted by prejudice that turns deadly in the blink of an eye. She hides her power, knowing that if it ever surfaces, she will become the target everyone has been waiting to destroy. Then her control shatters. Two daughters of Nobility lie dead, and the Sidhe Guard’s elusive General, Laryk Ashford, gives her a choice: join his ranks or face execution. But the Guard took everything from her once before. Becoming their weapon may save the Isle from the darkness devouring its borders, but it will cost Fia her freedom, and maybe her heart. As enemies close in and attraction grows sharper than any blade, survival will demand betrayal.

The war was supposed to be over. Marriage between Talasyn, the last Lightweaver, and Alaric, heir to the Shadowforged Legion, was meant to unite their nations. Instead, it has left them circling each other like storm and flame—bound together yet torn apart by loyalty, politics, and secrets. Talasyn must play the role of Alaric’s empress while allies whisper of rebellion. Alaric must balance the demands of power with the pull of a wife who burns brighter than he expected. Desire and distrust twist together as they face something far deadlier than war: the looming Moonless Dark, a magical cataclysm only they can stop. Thea Guanzon’s A Monsoon Rising is a breathtaking continuation of The Hurricane Wars, a romantasy of enemies, lovers, and a world on the brink.

Abner Marsh is a riverboat captain with nothing left but debts and a battered dream. When wealthy aristocrat Joshua York offers him a fortune to co-captain a magnificent new steamer, Marsh can’t afford to refuse. But York isn’t like other men. Pale, commanding, and secretive, he’s more interested in the mysteries of the night than profits from the river. As the Fevre Dream cuts through the Mississippi in 1857, Marsh discovers he’s part of a voyage far darker than he imagined. York hides a secret that could save his kind—or doom humanity. Steeped in atmosphere and menace, George R. R. Martin delivers a vampire tale of ambition, obsession, and survival. On these waters, legends live, nightmares breathe, and monsters wear human faces.

In a world where psychic gifts mean execution, survival comes down to three rules: trust no one, lie to everyone, and never fall for your enemy. Wren Darlington has spent her life in the shadows, secretly aiding the rebel Uprising while hiding the full scope of her deadly abilities. But when a single mistake lands her in enemy hands, she’s thrust into Silver Block and given the chance to dismantle them from the inside. There’s just one problem: her commanding officer, Cross Redden. Ruthless, relentless, and far too captivating, he sees through her lies at every turn. As war escalates, betrayal closes in, and sparks burn hotter than resistance, Wren faces the ultimate choice—victory, or a heart that could destroy her.

A boy trapped in a forgotten chamber. A girl summoned to guard the kingdom’s greatest library. Neither should have crossed paths. But in the library, all stories intersect eventually. Bound by shelves that stretch beyond sight and time, their lives begin to entwine. Together, they unravel riddles of truth and lies, power and sacrifice. But some knowledge was never meant to be found. As ancient secrets stir and empires tremble, their search for answers threatens to ignite a war no book can stop. Mark Lawrence’s The Book That Wouldn’t Burn opens a sweeping fantasy of hidden worlds, fragile truths, and the quiet defiance of those who protect them. Because in the end, the pen may be mightier than the sword, but it cannot stop what’s coming.

Rumors say the caverns beneath the Citadel are filled with ancient magic, monsters, and even gods. Most adventurers die chasing those stories. Wydrin of Crosshaven, known as the Copper Cat, would normally laugh them off. Gold is what matters, not legends. But when a crippled nobleman with a haunted past hires her and her companion, Sir Sebastian, the promise of treasure is too tempting to refuse. Together, they descend into darkness, expecting little more than coin and chaos. What waits for them below is older, hungrier, and far more dangerous than they imagined. The Citadel guards secrets that should never have been disturbed. Will Wydrin’s sharp wit and Sebastian’s sword be enough, or will they become another tale whispered in fear?

In Comanche Moon, Larry McMurtry brings his Pulitzer Prize–winning saga full circle. Texas Rangers Augustus McCrae and Woodrow F. Call, now hardened by middle age, face not only the dangers of the frontier but also the mysteries of love. Gus still yearns for Clara Forsythe, while Call struggles with Maggie Tilton, the young woman devoted to him despite his silence. Their duties pull them into pursuit of Buffalo Hump, the fierce Comanche chief; Kicking Wolf, a legendary horse thief; and a Mexican bandit king with a taste for torture. Alongside Deets, Jake Spoon, and Pea Eye Parker, they battle to protect settlers pushing into contested land. At once brutal, darkly funny, and deeply human, McMurtry’s vision of the West captures courage, betrayal, and the cost of survival.

At twenty, Selene Bowers is determined to join Henbane Coven, an academy for young witches. But when her quest to connect with her powers turns deadly during a flight to South America, Selene’s magic awakens—at the cost of her memories. After narrowly surviving an attack, Selene unknowingly awakens an ancient evil, Memnon the Cursed, who believes she is his treacherous, long-dead wife. Escaping him, Selene begins her studies at Henbane, only to face a new nightmare: witches are being murdered, and she’s the prime suspect. As her memory continues to unravel, Selene must rely on the one person she fears most—Memnon. But his plans for her could change everything. Can Selene uncover the truth before she loses her memories—or her life?

Grimshaw Griswald Grimsby isn’t the Department of Unorthodox Affairs’ most promising recruit. With only one case behind him and more mistakes than successes, he’s desperate to prove himself—and fix the friendships he’s already managed to fracture. So when a mysterious benefactor dangles the chance to join a heist targeting an otherworldly vault, Grimsby doesn’t think twice. Answers, redemption, and maybe respect could all be within reach. But nothing in Boston’s magical underground is that simple. His partner Mayflower is hiding dangerous secrets, new demons crawl out of the dark, and the monsters Grimsby faces—both human and Unorthodox—aren’t playing fair. If he can’t learn to ask the right questions, this job won’t just cost him his career. It’ll cost him everything.

Lancaster County is rocked when a dead infant is discovered in an Amish barn. The evidence points to Katie Fisher, an eighteen-year-old unmarried Amish woman who quietly insists on her innocence. In a community defined by tradition, her alleged crime is unthinkable. Enter Ellie Hathaway, a weary defense attorney who flees her high-profile city career for a fresh start. But when she’s drawn into Katie’s case, Ellie finds herself trapped between two worlds: a justice system that demands answers and a Plain culture that resists intrusion. As Ellie searches for truth, she must also confront her own past when an old love resurfaces. In a case where every revelation cuts deeper, the line between guilt and innocence is as fragile as faith itself.

Revolutions promise freedom. They usually deliver blood. The Age of Madness comes to its brutal end as the Breakers and Burners topple governments and claim power in the name of the people. Factories are silent, the banks have collapsed, and the smoke of riots hangs over the Union. Citizen Brock wants to be a hero in this new world, though glory is scarcer than bread. Savine dan Glokta turns her ruthless genius from profit to survival. King Orso, stripped of his throne, discovers there’s nothing lower than a monarch out of favor. And in the North, Rikke’s Protectorate teeters as Black Calder sharpens his vengeance. All must submit to the wisdom of crowds—or be crushed by it.

April Masterson has built a perfect life, one recipe at a time. As a YouTube baking star, she’s known for her gooey brownies, flawless key lime squares, and sunny smile. But perfection only exists on camera. Behind the fogged windows of her SUV, whispers swirl. Her son is sneaking out. The local soccer coach knows more than he should. And her backyard holds something that could shatter everything. April has secrets, and someone is watching. Someone who knows exactly how to use those secrets against her. The question isn’t whether April’s life will crumble; it’s how fast, and who will strike the final blow. Because some secrets don’t just destroy reputations. They destroy lives.

The Banished Lands are ruled by the Ben-Elim—legendary warrior angels who defeated a demon horde a century ago. But peace is a blade held to the throat, and darkness stirs beneath its edge. Riv longs to prove herself worthy of joining the Ben-Elim, but a shocking discovery shatters her faith. In the west, the giantess Sig investigates rumors of demons—and finds blood, black magic, and signs of something far worse. And in the frozen north, a quiet trapper named Drem stumbles upon mutilated bodies that point to an ancient evil returning. As loyalties splinter and threats rise, the fragile peace begins to crack. In this gripping epic fantasy, old enemies aren’t vanquished—they’re merely waiting. And now, it’s their time of dread.

Earth is long behind them. Generations have lived and died aboard the starship en route to a distant, habitable planet. Now, as they finally near their destination, the question is no longer Can they survive the journey?—it’s Should they have made it at all? In Aurora, Kim Stanley Robinson delivers a breathtaking vision of humanity’s first interstellar voyage—complete with dazzling science, profound philosophical questions, and the quiet heartbreak of a society shaped by both hope and confinement. As systems begin to fail and the dream of colonization unravels, survival may depend on rethinking everything. A masterwork from one of sci-fi’s most brilliant voices, Aurora is as intimate as it is epic—a story not just of reaching the stars, but of what we bring with us when we go.

Avalon Academy rules: spy on your enemies, resist temptation, and try not to die in the process. Bookseller Nia had one goal: save up for her dream vacation—champagne, beaches, and her favorite novels. But her plans go up in flames when she’s kidnapped by Raphael, a lethal, tattooed fey warrior with an agenda of his own. Turns out, Nia has a rare magic power, and Raphael demands she train at Camelot’s elite spy academy. His mission? Revenge against a ruthless fey king—one he’s convinced Nia can help take down. The problem? She’s an asthmatic, out-of-shape bookseller, not a warrior. And there’s no escaping Raphael, not when he’s watching her every move. But as deadly missions push them together, resisting him becomes impossible. Touching him is playing with fire… and she might just want to burn. Perfect for fans of ACOTAR, Fourth Wing, and enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance.

Never stop running. Never let anyone know the truth. That’s the rule she’s lived by. Hidden powers, hidden past, hidden self. She’s trained to disappear, but secrets don’t stay buried forever. Then comes the pack. A ruthless crew with scars of their own: the protective fighter, the charming Brit, the shy hacker, the silent mercenary, and the cruel assassin. They see her in ways no one else ever has. They offer safety, belonging… and fire she’s never dared touch. But wolves come with teeth and shadows. Their secrets call enemies closer, and when her truth finally surfaces, the real danger may not be out there. It might be standing right beside her. Will love bind them or tear everything apart?

Hadrian Marlowe will be remembered as both savior and executioner—the man who annihilated humanity’s greatest enemy, and the monster who destroyed a sun. But the truth is far stranger. Born to privilege yet unwilling to inherit his father’s cruel legacy, Hadrian flees the path laid before him. Instead of safety, he finds himself stranded on a distant world, forced into survival among gladiators, courtiers, and liars. His choices echo far beyond palace walls, dragging him into a war he never asked to fight. Now, every step draws him closer to the destiny history will twist into myth. Billions of lives hang on his defiance, but Hadrian’s greatest battle may be deciding what kind of man he truly is. And in the end, who will the galaxy remember?

Ophelia Hart has always felt ordinary—just an orphan with a love for classic literature, unicorns, and a dream of becoming a social worker. When a rare opportunity to attend the prestigious Montridge University arises, she believes her luck is finally changing. But Montridge holds dark secrets. The enigmatic Ruby Dragon Society—led by three ruthless, powerful vampires—has taken an unsettling interest in Ophelia. She doesn’t believe in vampires, witches, or ancient prophecies… until she’s thrust into their world. With powerful forces awakening within her, Ophelia must trust the same vampires others fear, including the mysterious Professor Alexandros Drakos. Time is running out, and darker forces are circling. If Ophelia doesn’t uncover the truth about herself, she may lose everything—including her life. Forged in Blood is only the beginning.

Sixteen-year-old Finn Miller’s life ends in a heartbeat when a horrific car accident sends her and ten others plunging down a mountain road. But death doesn’t silence her. Suspended between worlds, Finn witnesses her loved ones fight to survive in the aftermath. Her mother saves them all—yet can’t forgive herself. Her father is consumed with blame and vengeance. Her sister longs to join her. And her best friend pieces together the truth no one else dares face. Each choice they make carves deep wounds of grief, guilt, and regret. Finn should move on, but how can she when the people she loves are unraveling? Torn between letting go and holding on, Finn watches as one broken family decides whether they’ll shatter—or heal.

Love was never the hard part—surviving what comes after is. In Keeping 13, the emotionally charged sequel to Binding 13, Johnny Kavanagh faces life without his number 13 jersey—and without the identity he built around it. But as his world spins, one girl grounds him: Shannon Lynch, the quiet force who’s already survived more than most. Shannon knows what monsters look like. She’s lived with them. Now she’s focused on protecting her younger brothers, even if it means retreating into the shadows again. But Johnny refuses to let her disappear—not when she owns his heart. As secrets unravel and past traumas resurface, their love is tested like never before. Can they hold on to each other when everything else threatens to fall apart?

Scarlett Monrhoe was trained to kill, but this time, she must fight to save. Once the most feared assassin on the continent, Scarlett and her sisters were raised under the brutal control of the Assassin Lord. After a tragic night, she finds herself caged in a noble’s household, forced to wait until she’s ready to obey. When offered a chance at freedom, Scarlett is tempted by the promise of revenge against the Fae Fire Prince who killed her mother. But just as her plans take shape, children begin to vanish from her home, and Scarlett’s mission shifts from vengeance to rescue. With allies old and new, she unravels dark secrets that threaten more than just her kingdom. Can Scarlett balance her thirst for retribution with the need to protect the innocent, or will the shadows consume her?

In Of Darkness and Light, the battle for survival burns hotter than ever. Belduar has never fallen in over a thousand years. Now Calen Bryer and his companions must defend the city’s walls against the Lorian Empire and the unstoppable Dragonguard. If Belduar falls, hope itself may collapse with it. Far to the north, Ella Bryer arrives at Antiquar with Faenir at her side. Relentless and unafraid, she is prepared to carve her own path through whatever stands in her way. In Al’Nasla, Rist Havel trains within the Circle of Magii, unaware that destiny’s eye is fixed firmly on him. As rebellion stirs and ancient shadows awaken, nations will fall, heroes will rise, and the world will tremble beneath blood and fire.

Tea never meant to raise her brother from the dead, but one tragic accident changes everything. Her gift for necromancy makes her a bone witch—a title feared and shunned by her community. When an older, wiser bone witch takes Tea and her resurrected brother to another land, she begins training to become an asha, a wielder of elemental magic. But mastering her craft isn’t easy, and Tea struggles to find her place in a world that mistrusts her power. As dark forces rise and danger looms, Tea must confront the cost of her abilities. Will she embrace the power that sets her apart—or let it consume her? Perfect for fans of Serpent & Dove and The Cruel Prince, The Bone Witch is a spellbinding tale of magic, identity, and sacrifice.