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As a massive holy war unfolds, Anasûrimbor Kellhus—a mysterious warrior and sorcerer from a forgotten land—emerges, altering the destinies of four unlikely allies.
The Darkness That Comes Before
Dark Fantasy · Epic Fantasy
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As a massive holy war unfolds, Anasûrimbor Kellhus—a mysterious warrior and sorcerer from a forgotten land—emerges, altering the destinies of four unlikely allies. Drawn into his web of prophecy and manipulation, they must navigate a world scarred by an apocalyptic past, where power, deception, and dark forces threaten to consume them all.
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A mysterious traveler emerges, altering the course of an epic holy war—and the fate of a scarred world.
In a land marred by an apocalyptic past, untold thousands rally for a crusade, each driven by faith, power, or survival. Among them, Anasûrimbor Kellhus appears—a warrior, philosopher, and sorcerer from a forgotten land. With his enigmatic presence, he draws in four unlikely allies, ensnaring them in his complex web of prophecy and manipulation.
As the armies march and ancient forces stir, Kellhus’s true intentions remain unclear. He wields his intellect and sorcery to control and deceive, but even he cannot foresee all the dangers ahead. With the weight of prophecy pressing on their shoulders, the stakes couldn’t be higher.
In a war where survival depends on who writes the final chapter, can anyone escape the darkness that comes before?
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Lady of Darkness begins with a woman trained as a weapon, then forces her to choose between the revenge she has craved for years and the innocent lives…
Lady of Darkness
Fantasy · Romantasy · Dark Fantasy · Epic Fantasy
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Lady of Darkness begins with a woman trained as a weapon, then forces her to choose between the revenge she has craved for years and the innocent lives disappearing around her. Scarlett Monrhoe’s hunt for the Fae prince who killed her mother collides with forbidden magic, old secrets, and a darkness spreading beyond one kingdom. This is new adult dark fantasy romance with slow-burn tension, enemies-to-lovers conflict, and a cliffhanger ending.
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SHADOWS ALWAYS RETURN TO THE DARKNESS.
A CAGE.
Owned by a ruthless Assassin Lord, Scarlett Monrhoe and her two sisters have been trained since they were children to torture and take life. They are the most feared trio on the continent, but they are also wild and unpredictable. A tragic night has Scarlett finding herself locked away in a noble's household, trapped and forgotten, until she's ready to fall into line.
A CHOICE.
Until the day she is presented with a job. If she completes the assignment, her payment will be something she has coveted for ten years. Revenge against the Fae Fire Prince who brutally killed her mother ten years ago. Is she willing to sacrifice her ideals for retribution?
A MYSTERY.
But when children begin disappearing from her home, all her plans are put on hold as she races to save the most innocent. With the help of old friends, a jilted lover, and a mysterious newcomer who claims the magic of the Fae is possible in the mortal lands, Scarlett delves into the darkest corners of the world. Forgotten secrets will come to light, and she will discover the darkness extends far beyond her own kingdom.
Lady of Darkness is book 1of 5 in the Lady of Darkness series. It is a new adult, dark fantasy romance novel. It features slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers troupes and may have triggers of love-hate themes, sexual scenes, references to sexual trauma, violence, and jealous/possessive themes. It is part of a series and does end on a cliffhanger. Fans of Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, and Raven Kennedy will fall in love with this series.
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Oraya, the human daughter of a vampire king, enters the deadly Kejari tournament to escape her fate as prey.
The Serpent and the Wings of Night
Horror · Dark Fantasy
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Oraya, the human daughter of a vampire king, enters the deadly Kejari tournament to escape her fate as prey. Forced to team up with Raihn, a dangerous rival and enemy to her father’s crown, she must navigate a world of fierce competition, brewing war, and forbidden attraction—where one wrong move could cost her everything.
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In a world of blood and betrayal, survival means trusting no one—especially not your heart.
Oraya, the adopted human daughter of the Nightborn vampire king, has fought to carve out her place in a realm that sees her as prey. Her one chance to rise above her fate is the Kejari, a brutal tournament hosted by the goddess of death. Winning could mean power and freedom, but surviving won’t be easy against the fiercest warriors from all vampire houses.
Forced to ally with Raihn, a ruthless and enigmatic rival, Oraya faces a dilemma. He’s an enemy to her father’s crown, a lethal competitor, and yet, dangerously captivating. As war brews around the House of Night, Oraya must choose between power and the unexpected bond that could be her greatest weakness.
In a kingdom where love is deadly, can she afford to lose herself?
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In a world ruled by pleasure-hungry guardians, Calista hides her rare intuition.
Fall of Ruin and Wrath
Romantasy · Dark Fantasy
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In a world ruled by pleasure-hungry guardians, Calista hides her rare intuition. When saving a prince ignites a dangerous attraction, she finds herself caught between rebellion, deadly rulers, and her own instincts. With doom on the horizon, her heart may be the one thing that betrays her.
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A New York Times, USA TODAY, Wall Street Journal and Publisher's Weekly Bestseller!
SHE LIVES BY HER INTUITION. HE FEEDS ON HER PLEASURE.
From Jennifer L. Armentrout, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of From Blood and Ash, comes the beginning of a searing fantasy romance series for adults, Fall of Ruin and Wrath.
Featured in Cosmopolitan! Most Anticipated from HuffPost Books • BookRiot • PopSugar • Paste Magazine • SheReads • The Nerd Daily • Goodreads • r/RomanceBooks and more!
Long ago, the world was destroyed by gods. Only nine cities were spared. Separated by vast wilderness teeming with monsters and unimaginable dangers, each city is now ruled by a guardian—royalty who feed on mortal pleasure.
Born with an intuition that never fails, Calista knows her talents are of great value to the power-hungry of the world, so she lives hidden as a courtesan of the Baron of Archwood. In exchange for his protection, she grants him information.
When her intuition leads her to save a traveling prince in dire trouble, the voice inside her blazes with warning—and promise. Today he’ll bring her joy. One day he'll be her doom.
When the Baron takes an interest in the traveling prince and the prince takes an interest in Calista, she becomes the prince’s temporary companion. But the city simmers with rebellion, and with knights and monsters at her city gates and a hungry prince in her bed, intuition may not be enough to keep her safe.
Calista must choose: follow her intuition to safety or follow her heart to her downfall.
Breathtaking suspense and scorching romance meet in this immersive new fantasy from a mega-bestselling force, Jennifer L. Armentrout.
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Robin Swift, a Chinese orphan raised in Britain, is trained at Babel, Oxford’s prestigious Institute of Translation, where magic fuels empire.
Babel
Historical Fiction · Fantasy · Alternate History · Dark Fantasy · Historical Fantasy
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Robin Swift, a Chinese orphan raised in Britain, is trained at Babel, Oxford’s prestigious Institute of Translation, where magic fuels empire. As he uncovers the dark role Babel plays in British colonization, Robin faces a choice: remain loyal to the institution or join a rebellion that could tear it all down.
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In 1828, orphaned Robin Swift is brought from Canton to London by the enigmatic Professor Lovell to train in languages and prepare for Oxford’s Royal Institute of Translation—Babel. At Babel, translation isn’t just about words; it’s about magic, and its power fuels Britain’s empire.
As a Chinese boy raised in Britain, Robin begins to see the darker side of Babel’s magic—its role in colonization and oppression. Torn between loyalty to the institution and his heritage, Robin finds himself drawn to the Hermes Society, a secret group fighting against imperial expansion.
When Britain wages war on China over silver and opium, Robin faces an impossible choice: remain loyal to Babel or join the rebellion.
Can revolution be sparked from within, or will it require destruction?
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In the desert city of Sharakhai, the twelve immortal Kings rule with fear and cruelty.
Twelve Kings in Sharakhai
Fantasy · Dark Fantasy
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In the desert city of Sharakhai, the twelve immortal Kings rule with fear and cruelty. When Çeda, a young woman from the slums, uncovers dangerous secrets on a forbidden night, she embarks on a journey that could topple their reign—if the Kings don’t find her first.
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The twelve immortal Kings of Sharakhai have ruled the desert for centuries with fear and unmatched power, their cruelty unchallenged—until now.
Çeda, a young woman from the slums, dares to break their laws on the sacred night of Beht Zha'ir. What she discovers that night unravels the terrifying secrets of the Kings’ past and uncovers shocking truths about her own mysterious heritage.
Now, she’s on a dangerous path, one that could finally free her people from the Kings' brutal grip. But as Çeda uncovers more of their hidden history, the stakes rise, and so does the threat of being hunted by the very forces she seeks to destroy.
Will Çeda's revelations lead to liberation—or death at the hands of the Kings?
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Elena was supposed to be her kingdom’s Cinderella, but fate had other plans.
The Fairy Godmother
Fantasy · Dark Fantasy
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Elena was supposed to be her kingdom’s Cinderella, but fate had other plans. As a fairy godmother’s apprentice, she must navigate magic, meddling princes, and unexpected love—all while trying to rewrite her own destiny in a world where "happily ever after" isn’t guaranteed.
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In the Five Hundred Kingdoms, every life follows a fairy tale path—but Elena Klovis’s story took a sharp turn from “happily ever after.”
Once destined to be her kingdom’s Cinderella, Elena now faces a life without the guiding hand of "The Tradition." Desperate and out of options, a surprising opportunity comes her way: becoming the apprentice to a fairy godmother.
Now tasked with shaping the destinies of others, Elena must navigate meddling princes and tricky magical rules. But as she questions her own fate, a new love enters the picture, forcing her to wonder—can she rewrite her own story?
With her future hanging in the balance, Elena must decide if she’s ready to take charge of her destiny.
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Charles Thomas Tester knows how to survive New York’s streets, using charm, sharp suits, and a few secrets of his own.
The Ballad of Black Tom
Horror · Dark Fantasy
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Charles Thomas Tester knows how to survive New York’s streets, using charm, sharp suits, and a few secrets of his own. But when he delivers an occult book to a sorceress, he stumbles into a world of dangerous magic. As a storm brews in Brooklyn, Tom must face ancient powers that threaten everything.
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In New York, magic feels just out of reach—but Charles Thomas Tester knows it’s real, and it’s dangerous.
Hustling through Harlem to keep his father’s roof intact, Tom uses street smarts and a sharp suit to navigate a world where power comes at a price. But his life changes when he delivers an occult tome to a mysterious sorceress in Queens, unknowingly awakening a dark force.
Now, a terrifying storm is brewing in Brooklyn, threatening to consume everything. As ancient, otherworldly powers stir, Tom finds himself entangled in a nightmare that could tear the city apart.
Can he escape the clutches of this hidden magic, or will he be consumed by the chaos he’s unleashed?
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In the rigid settlement of Bethel, Immanuelle Moore survives by obeying Holy Protocol—until a mistake draws her into the forbidden Darkwood.
The Year of the Witching
Dark Fantasy · Occult Horror
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In the rigid settlement of Bethel, Immanuelle Moore survives by obeying Holy Protocol—until a mistake draws her into the forbidden Darkwood. There, she uncovers her mother’s secrets and the lingering power of slain witches. As truths about the Church emerge, Immanuelle realizes Bethel’s greatest danger lies within—and change may begin with her.
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A young woman living in a rigid, puritanical society discovers dark powers within herself in this stunning, feminist fantasy debut.
In the lands of Bethel, where the Prophet's word is law, Immanuelle Moore's very existence is blasphemy. Her mother’s union with an outsider of a different race cast her once-proud family into disgrace, so Immanuelle does her best to worship the Father, follow Holy Protocol, and lead a life of submission, devotion, and absolute conformity, like all the other women in the settlement.
But a mishap lures her into the forbidden Darkwood surrounding Bethel, where the first prophet once chased and killed four powerful witches. Their spirits are still lurking there, and they bestow a gift on Immanuelle: the journal of her dead mother, who Immanuelle is shocked to learn once sought sanctuary in the wood.
Fascinated by the secrets in the diary, Immanuelle finds herself struggling to understand how her mother could have consorted with the witches. But when she begins to learn grim truths about the Church and its history, she realizes the true threat to Bethel is its own darkness. And she starts to understand that if Bethel is to change, it must begin with her.
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You’ve heard of Happily Ever After, but have you heard of the unhappy fairies that came first?
Twilight Children (Coming from Darkness Book 4)
Horror · Dark Fantasy
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You’ve heard of Happily Ever After, but have you heard of the unhappy fairies that came first?
A pair of little girls, alone in the wilderness. Two young fairy women, in a contest for power. A troubled fairy city.
Meihui wants to be the next Grandmother, and leader, of the fairy city. But her fellow fairies hate her. And everyone loves her rival, Marah.
Two mischievous lost souls enter the city. Meihui and Marah must each mentor one in the ways of the fairies. The best mentor wins Grandmother’s crown — and great fairy power.
But Marah is not playing fair. The lost souls aren’t up to the task. And a dark force tilts the playing field for its own gain.
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Perfect for fans of Throne of Glass and The Priory of the Orange Tree.
Red Sister: Book of the Ancestor 1
Fantasy · Dark Fantasy
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Mark Lawrence’s Red Sister (4.6 out of 5 stars on Amazon) begins an epic fantasy of assassins, intrigue, and deadly magic. At the Convent of Sweet Mercy, Nona Grey trains to become a Red Sister, even as her violent past threatens her future. Perfect for fans of Throne of Glass and The Priory of the Orange Tree.
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At the Convent of Sweet Mercy, young girls are trained to become killers. Some are born with old blood, granting rare abilities that can be shaped into deadly skill. When nine-year-old Nona Grey arrives, accused of murder and guilty of worse, even the mistresses of sword and shadow do not fully understand what they have taken in.
Rescued from the noose by Abbess Glass, Nona begins a decade-long education in the arts of death. Within the convent walls she finds both friendship and bitter rivalry, but her violent past refuses to stay buried.
As political intrigue and ancient feuds close in, Nona must learn to control the darkness within her. Because survival is not enough. She intends to make her enemies regret they ever drew breath.
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Sleeping Beauty wakes to a nightmare.
Rotting Beauty
Fantasy · Dark Fantasy
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Sleeping Beauty wakes to a nightmare. Princess Briar’s kingdom has rotted into flesh-eating monsters, and she may be next. As bruises spread and hunger takes hold, her quest to break the curse becomes a fight against her own unraveling humanity. This dark, gruesome retelling blends horror, heart, and twisted fairy-tale logic into something deliciously unsettling.
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This true love’s kiss will wake a horror…
You know the story. Once upon a time, a princess was cursed to sleep for a hundred years. When the curse was broken, the princess woke and discovered that everyone in her kingdom had become rotting, flesh-eating, corpse-like monsters.
…Maybe you don’t know this story.
Newly awakened, Princess Briar is the only one in her castle unaffected by the mysterious rotting. She suspects her kingdom is suffering a curse, likely cast by the same fairy who bewitched Briar herself. Accompanied by the two (yes, two) princes who woke her, Briar sets out to discover the truth and save her people.
But then she begins to experience frightening symptoms: inexplicable bruises, memory loss, and, oh, yes, an uncontrollable urge to devour her friends. Suddenly, Briar’s quest to save her kingdom becomes a race to save herself, before she joins the ranks of the undead.
And when information comes to light about what really caused this rotting curse, a truth is revealed… one with the power to break Briar. Now she must make a terrible choice—and discover what really makes a monster.
For fans of Marissa Meyer and Erin A. Craig, Rotting Beauty is a twisted fairy tale as ghastly and grisly (and just a little wacky) as it is enchanting.
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