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It had seemed so simple. But now they were getting inside her mind... When Detective Kim Stone is called to Samantha Brown's home, she finds the young woman lying with her throat cut and a knife in her hand, and rules her death a tragic suicide. But after visiting her parents, Kim realises she's made a huge mistake. Samantha was murdered... Then a young man's body is found in a lake. Both victims spent time at Unity Farm, a retreat for people seeking an alternative way of life. But beneath its cosy façade lies a sinister community preying on the vulnerable. Sending one of her own into Unity Farm is Kim's only hope if she is to catch a killer. But with an undercover officer in way over her head, Kim's neck is on the line. Can she protect those closest to her before another life is taken? An unbelievably gripping crime thriller from multi-million-copy bestseller Angela Marsons that will have you hooked on the Detective Kim Stone series. Read what everyone is saying about Killing Mind: 'Well this was just bloody brilliant, no other way to put it.' Goodreads reviewer, ?'The most fabulous crime series ever written.' Goodreads reviewer, ?'Woohoo Angela Marsons is back with yet another cracking read!... If you consider yourself a crime thriller lover then this book, hell, the whole series is unmissable.' The Book Review Café, ?'I could read about Kim Stone and her team every week and never get bored... simply brilliant.' Goodreads reviewer, ?'Hooks you in on the first page and doesn't let you go until the very end... full of twists and turns, dead ends and false clues, constantly making you think you've worked it out, for it to then all change on the turn of a page!... the best crime series I have read, and long may Kim Stone continue! Fab-u-lous!!' Stardust Book Reviews, ?'I have been an avid reader of detective novels for years and in my opinion nobody does it better than Angela Marsons.' Goodreads reviewer, ?'I've enjoyed every single book Angela Marsons has written... will draw you in from page one. It's gritty, compelling, intriguing and one of the best books I've read this year.' NetGalley reviewer, ?'Hooked as soon as I've read the first page... My reviews will never do this series justice as for me, it is just beyond words as to how brilliant this series is and how it just goes from strength to strength.' Goodreads reviewer, ?

The plan was simple. Charm the hotshot city journalist and fix my reputation. But her deep brown eyes seem to see right through me, and I can't get her out of my head. Maybe this time, getting the girl is the reputation I want... On the field, I'm the player of my sponsors' dreams. But off it, I'm in trouble. And apparently the only way to clean up my image is to put on a good show for a reporter so the world can see who I am at heart... But I never cared about giving the world the real me, and I don't want an outsider in my home. Especially one with high heels set to trample all over me, a knowing smirk and a temper I can't help but poke... She looks at me like she knows everything about me and she doesn't like what she sees. So why do I find myself wanting to show her things I've never shared with anyone? I never could resist a challenge. I'm meant to be clearing up my image, but suddenly the only thing I want to clear is the path to her heart. She says it's game on. I say it's game over... An enemies-to-lovers forced proximity sports and cowboy romance, Score to Settle is perfect for fans of Stephanie Archer, Liz Tomforde and Elsie Silver. The first in the Oakwood Ranch series, it can also be read as a standalone.

I have three days to kill a patient. If I fail, my daughter will die... As the only doctor on a Scottish island, I finally feel safe and happy. Here, nobody knows about my past except my teenage daughter Lauren. Caring for every person on the island from birth to death, I know all their secrets. But they don't know mine, and for the sake of my daughter, I must keep it that way... Everything is going perfectly until I am sent a link to a video stream of my daughter Lauren, her blue eyes terrified. And there's a voice:'Three rules. Three days. You must murder one of your patients. You must not tell another soul. You must not get caught. If you fail, your daughter dies...'A jaw-dropping psychological thriller from multi-million copy bestseller J M Dalgliesh. This utterly addictive, pulse-pounding read is packed with twists you'll never forget. Perfect for anyone who loves Freida McFadden, Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train. What readers are saying about Family Doctor:'OH MY GAWD!!!!!!!!!! This book was insane. All the plot twists left me dizzy... I think I found a new insta-buy author.' NetGalley reviewer, ?'A heart-stopping must read!!!!' Goodreads reviewer, ?'Absolutely epic!!!... I was absolutely hooked... Before you know it, you have walked around all day with the book glued to your hands... Devoured it in one sitting!!!' Bookwormwhitlock86'Grabbed me from the start and kept me hooked until the very last page... Just when I thought I had everything figured out, I was hit with a twist that left me speechless!' NetGalley reviewer, ?'Your search for thriller perfection is over. My heart raced as I gorged myself on this in a few hours, desperate to reach the end yet not wanting it to be over... A thriller reader's dream!' Goodreads reviewer, ?'I started this late at night and could not put it down. I absolutely devoured it in a few hours... Loved it... Wow.' NetGalley reviewer, ?'Edge-of-your-seat reading right from the beginning. I was hooked from the first page.' Socrates Book Reviews, ?'OMG people!... This was a fast-paced, fist-clenching, page-turner. I never guessed the ending!' Apotpourriofopinions'Gripping and utterly addictive!... I was totally electrified!!' leannebookstagram, ?'I devoured this in a couple of hours, I couldn't put it down.' Goodreads reviewer, ?'Seriously addictive... Breathtakingly exciting... Nail-biting!' Hair Past A Freckle'Loved it!... Amazing twists! I was absolutely hooked and couldn't wait to see how it all played out. And spoiler, it played out absolutely nothing like I initially imagined lol.' Goodreads reviewer'Wow. Absolutely incredible.' NetGalley reviewer, ?'My first 5 star read in a while, the suspense was killing me the whole time!... Kept me on the edge of my seat!' NetGalley reviewer, ?'Completely gripping... Fast and heart-pounding... I was gripped from start to finish.' Emzzreads

She kissed her daughter, turned out the light and entered her own room. Too late to run, she stood frozen as a figure stepped out from behind the door and a hand covered her mouth. Fear was a bomb in her chest ready to explode. Her children. They'd already lost their daddy; they couldn't lose her too. When young widow Éilis disappears in the middle of the night, it is a chilling case for Detective Lottie Parker. Since her husband's death, Éilis is all her children have, and Lottie is terrified for the mother's safety. Then Éilis's body is found wrapped in an unfamiliar yellow dress, and Lottie's fears are confirmed. Desperate for answers, Lottie discovers that Éilis was a member of a support group for widows. And when Jennifer, a friend of Éilis's from the group, is found on a rubbish heap, Lottie vows to get justice. Lottie learns that Jennifer had lived a reclusive life since her husband died, emerging only for group meetings. But when Lottie questions the other women about Jennifer they fall silent. Lottie knows the widows are hiding something. Can she uncover the trut? f you love Karin Slaughter, Robert Dugoni and Rachel Caine, you'll be hooked by this heart-stopping thriller from Patricia Gibney. Three Widows will have you gripped until the very last page. 'Patricia Gibney has never let me down. If you want a thrilling no holds barred read then this is for you.' Goodreads reviewer, ?'A compelling and fast paced read that had me gripped right from the very start and unable to put it down. It was twisty and unpredictable and kept me guessing.' Goodreads reviewer, ?

Everyone is going to the housewarming party. All the people who lived on the street the day Abi vanished... Will her mother finally learn the trut? va only left her daughter in the pushchair for five minutes. The buckle was fastened, and she was sure it was safe. But when she came downstairs, Abi was gone - she walked past the Lovegoods' house, and was never seen again. A year later, the Lovegoods are planning their housewarming party. Ava doesn't want to go, but her husband insists a night out might do her good. But as her friends and neighbours chat, Ava learns something new about the day she has re-lived a thousand times. A throwaway comment which could change everything. Ava thought she knew every last detail of that day. She's about to find out she was wrong... The number one Kindle bestseller! Brilliantly dark and moving suspense fiction for fans of Gillian Flynn, Claire McGowan and Lisa Jewell, The Housewarming will have your pulse racing and your heart in your mouth from start to finish. See what readers are saying about The Housewarming:'So emotional and raw and so well written... Many twists and turns and the climax and ending... OMG!!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!' Goodreads Reviewer, ?'My stomach is in knots!... The tension doesn't let up for a second. If I'd had the time to read it in one sitting, I wouldn't have put it down until the last word.' Motherhood for Slackers, ?'Heartbreakingly stunning... what an ending!!... ohhhhh my it's a terrific read.' Goodreads Reviewer, ?'My heart was in my mouth on more than one occasion reading this book!!... Just when you think you're at the end of the story... another twist comes along. Gripping book which kept me wanting to read more!' Goodreads Reviewer, ?'I just could not put this book down... The tension ramps up and up until you feel like you might explode. I devoured the book as quickly as I could and was frustrated with myself for needing sleep... Extraordinary and brilliant.' Goodreads Reviewer, ?'Amazingly suspenseful...I absolutely devoured it... brilliant twisty story.' Goodreads Reviewer, ?'Just when I thought I had it all worked out, the author threw in another curve ball, spinning me round and setting me off in a completely different direction. Phew, what a ride... Had me literally glued All The Way Through.' NetGalley Reviewer, ?'Brilliant... A heart-stopping thriller... highly recommended.' Goodreads Reviewer, ?'Another 5* read from S E Lynes. I am running out of ways to describe how much I love her books... brilliantly crafted, well written and super absorbing... I have to remind myself to come back into the real world!' Goodreads Reviewer, ?'A gripping thriller which really turns the emotional screws with an incredibly vivid and realistic portrayal of loss and grief.' Araminta Hall, author of Imperfect Women'Excellent... Captured me right from the start, right up to the climactic ending and with more twists and turns than Spaghetti Junction... It was essential to find out what happened. No way did I see that outcome... Will keep you enthralled.' Jenny O'Brien, ?

This gorgeous deluxe hardback edition of Kaylie Smith's bestselling romantasy includes a seductive new cover, sprayed edges, a foiled case, and beautiful endpapers. Available for a limited time and while supplies last. Welcome to Enchantra. There's only one rule. Never, ever trust your heart. When Genevieve Grimm's mother is killed, she goes searching for answers in Enchantra, a cursed palace filled with temptations and illusions. A sinfully handsome stranger meets her at the door. Rowin Silver refuses to let Genevieve inside. But she finds her own way in... And soon realizes her mistake. Enchantra is a twisted labyrinth of marble and thorns, where Rowin's family are trapped forever in a deadly game. One hunts, the others hide-until a single survivor remains. Now, Genevieve must win or die. Rowin offers her a deal. They can compete together... if they convince everyone watching that they're desperately in love. Genevieve knows she can't trust Rowin, but she'll do whatever it takes to survive. As they hunt and hide together, she tries to ignore the desire burning between them. After all, it was Rowin who taught her Enchantra's first rule... Never, ever trust your heart. Packed with deadly intrigue and spicy romance, Enchantra will transport you to a world of feisty heroines and morally gray love interests, fake dating, forbidden desire and family secrets. If you love books by Kerri Maniscalco, Carissa Broadbent and Lauren Roberts, prepare to discover your new romantasy obsession.

'Hi,' she says, 'I'm your new neighbour.' She seems friendly. But soon I'll discover her dangerous secret... On the first day I meet my new neighbour, we share a glass of wine and talk into the night. But as I get closer to her, I discover she isn't who I thought she was. Then when I step into her home, my jaw drops. Everything in here is identical to my own flat - every cushion, every picture on the wall. Except for the knife, covered in blood. My heart pounds in my chest. What has she don? should never have got close to her. I need to run. Then I hear a creak outside the door. And I realise, it may be too late... An absolutely gripping psychological thriller from multi-million-copy, bestselling author JD Kirk. This book will have you flipping the pages until the final jaw-dropping twist! For anyone who loves Freida McFadden, John Marrs and T.M. Logan. What readers are saying about JD Kirk:'Heart-stopping page-turner... I couldn't put down!... The twists were stunning and the big, BIG one literally took my breath away - WOW!' live_love_read_review,?'Loved this book so much I could not put it down. Once I started that was me hooked... So many twists and turns that kept me guessing throughout... Such a gripping thriller with a tense atmosphere... Had me on the edge of my seat... Fantastic.' Netgalley reviewer,?'An absolute WILD ride from start to finish. I could not figure out the plot twist... A page-turning suspenseful story... Grab a cozy beverage and sit down and get ready to be glued to the pages of this book cause it won't disappoint!' Netgalley reviewer,?'Gripping and jaw-dropping... I could not put the book down and picked it up at every opportunity I got... Without a doubt 5 stars - I LOVED it!' arcreviewsbym, ?'Wild, fast-paced read... Twists and turns galore... A wild roller coaster journey that will have you holding your breath... Prepare yourself to read non-stop until the very last page.' Goodreads reviewer,?'Excellent read! Author comes at you with both barrels and knocks you out of your shoes!... FIVE stars! Definitely recommend!' Goodreads reviewer,?'Speechless... A must-read for those who love books that make your head spin, your heart beat faster and your emotions run high. 5 stars.'B for Bookreview,?'Awesome... Kept me wanting to know more... FANTASTIC read!!!' Goodreads reviewer,?'Pulse-pounding psychological thriller... A gripping tale... With a jaw-dropping twist at its core, this novel keeps readers hooked from the first page to the shocking conclusion.' Book Addict Maria,?

This gorgeous deluxe hardback edition of Kaylie Smith's bestselling romantasy includes a seductive new cover, sprayed edges, a foiled case, and beautiful endpapers. Available for a limited time and while supplies last. Welcome to Phantasma. There are only two rules to the game. Stay alive. And don't fall in love. When Ophelia's sister disappears, there is only one way to save her. Ophelia must enter Phantasma, a deadly contest inside a haunted mansion, and claim its prize-a single wish. In a maze of twisting corridors and lavish ballrooms, Ophelia will face nine challenges, each more dangerous than the last. Just as fear threatens to overwhelm her, a mysterious stranger offers her a bargain. Charming, arrogant and infuriatingly attractive, Blackwell claims he can guide her through the lethal trials ahead. Ophelia knows she shouldn't trust Blackwell. Worse still, she feels a dark and irresistible attraction drawing them closer and closer. And in Phantasma, the only thing deadlier than losing the game is losing your heart... A Court of Thorns and Roses meets Caraval in this seductive fantasy adventure. With steamy romance, a sexy morally gray love interest, OCD rep and jaw-dropping twists, Phantasma is perfect for fans of Rebecca Yarros, Nisha J. Tuli and Carissa Broadbent.

Nicolai Attano is ruthless, relentless, deadly. And he's mine. In a city where criminals rule the streets, I fell for the most dangerous of them all. And our love made me a target... Kidnapped by Nicolai's enemies, I wake up in a prison of enchanted stone and steel-a place where only the strongest survive. Dark magic is burning in my blood. And my captors are desperate to take it from me. To leave this place, I must fight in duels and endure deadly challenges. My captors want to push my limits, forcing me to release my power. The other prisoners despise me, and though I don't want to hurt them, I'll do whatever it takes to win. I just have to stay alive until Nicolai gets here... Because I know he is coming for me. That he is tearing Lynchaven apart just to find me. Even in my darkest moment, I can feel him drawing closer. And when we are together again... the city is going to burn. If you love morally gray love interests, warring mafia houses, dark magic, and spicy rivals-to-lovers romance, prepare to discover your new romantasy obsession. This completed 2-book series is perfect for fans of Quicksilver, Metal Slinger and The Bridge Kingdom.

She ruined their lives. Now they''re going to destroy hers.Someone is recreating every traumatic point in your life. They are doing this to make you suffer and the only possible end game can be death. Your death.On the fourth floor of Chaucer House, two teenagers are found chained to a radiator. The boy is dead but the girl is alive. For Detective Kim Stone every detail mirrors her own terrifying experience with her brother Mikey, when they lived in the same tower block thirty years ago.When the bodies of a middle-aged couple are discovered in a burnt-out car, Kim can''t ignore the chilling similarity to the deaths of Erica and Keith - the only loving parents she had ever known.Kim must face the brutal truth that someone wants to hurt her in the worst way possible. But with a killer firmly fixed on destroying her, can she solve this complex case and save her own life or will she become the final victim?This heart-stopping and totally addictive crime thriller from multi-million-copy number one bestseller Angela Marsons will have you completely hooked.What readers are saying about Dead Memories:''The book I''ve been waiting for without even knowing that I was... I couldn''t put it down... completely addictive and easily my new favourite in this series, I have a feeling I''ve said that before, but what can I say, Angela Marsons seems to outdo herself each and every time.'' Rachel''s Random Reads, ?????''Brilliant... Fast-paced and dark it kept me gripped from the first page to the last. Utterly superb.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''Wow! Just wow. I knew I would be engrossed in this book so cleared my schedule today to read it cover to cover. I''m so glad I did!'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''A fast-paced, action-packed nail-biting roller coaster ride of a book... This is one series that just gets better with each book.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''I blooming love this series. I love Kim, her vulnerability and tenacity, I love the interaction and banter between the characters.... another cracking addition to an already brilliant and well-established series.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????

Eeny meeny, miney, moe. Who lives, who dies only I know.When a doctor is discovered brutally murdered in local woodland, Detective Kim Stone is shocked to discover the victim is Gordon Cordell - a man linked to a previous case she worked on. Gordon has a chequered past, but who would want him dead?When Gordon''s son is involved in a horrific car crash which leaves him fighting for his life, Kim''s sure this is no accident.Then a woman is found dead in suspicious circumstances and Kim makes a disturbing link between the victims and Russells Hall Hospital. The same hospital where Gordon worked.Kim and her team are still grieving the loss of one of their own, but now they''re facing one of the most dangerous serial killers they''ve ever encountered. Can Kim keep her squad together and hunt him down before he claims his next victim?Because he''s not finished yet...From multi-million copy number one bestseller Angela Marsons comes an absolutely nail-biting, edge-of-your-seat crime thriller.What readers are saying about Fatal Promise:''Marsons for me is the QUEEN of this genre... I just adore her. Bloody FABULOUS.'' Postcard Reviews''Angela Marsons has now been officially awarded my Queen of Crime Writing accolade... if you are going to read one book this year then make it this one... I guarantee you will absolutely not regret it.'' Stardust Book Reviews, ?????''A fascinating read full of twists and turns... If you haven''t read any of her books yet then you are seriously crazy! What are you waiting for!'' Chapterinmylife, ?????''A winner... At one point I couldn''t see the page for tears of sadness and on another occasion absolutely creased with laughter at the banter... amazing... I have no hesitation in recommending.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''Brilliant thriller!!... hands down this is my favourite crime series...I will be recommending this one over and over!!'' Donna''s Book Blog, ?????''A compulsory read for everyone!!!!... A brilliant fast-paced read with oodles of brilliant shocking twists.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''Brilliant... Every last page is packed with suspense, mystery and emotion... I couldn''t bear to put it down even for a few minutes... if you haven''t read this series yet, why not? Seriously if you are a lover of crime this is a series not to be missed.'' The Book Review Café, ?????

How far would you go to protect your darkest secrets?When teenager Sadie Winter jumps from the roof of her school, her death is ruled as suicide. But then the broken body of another student is discovered and it''s clear to Detective Kim Stone that these deaths are not tragic accidents.As Kim and her team begin to unravel a dark web of secrets, one of the teachers could hold the key to the truth. Yet just as she is about to break her silence, she is found dead too.With more children''s lives at risk, Kim has to consider the unthinkable - whether a fellow pupil could be responsible.Desperate to catch the killer, Kim finds a link between the recent murders and an initiation prank decades earlier. But saving innocent lives can come at a cost - and one of Kim''s own might pay the ultimate price...An utterly addictive crime thriller from the Number One bestselling author - you will be gripped until the final shocking twist.What readers are saying about Dying Truth:''Possibly the best in the Kim Stone series yet!... will have you gasping, crying and reeling in shock as it draws you in and spits you out broken at the other end! You have been warned!'' Chapter In My Life, ?????''Wow! What a book! Absolutely addictive and emotional... will definitely be one of my favorites this year.'' A Sip of Book over Coffee, ?????''Just wow. This is police procedural at its best... hooked me in completely. I read the majority of this book in a few short hours not pausing for breath.'' Rachel''s Random Reads ?????''Love love love... I read this book in one sitting, and it just kept me guessing till the end... 5* read from Angela Marsons.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''Grabbed me from the very first page... one hell of a rollercoaster ride... LOVE LOVE LOVED this fabulous novel... roll on the next in the series, I CANNOT WAIT!!!'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''5 Bloody Beautiful Stars! How can I talk about this book when my heart is in my throat?... I was captivated... Did I mention the ending? God, my palms were actually sweating .'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''Wow this book was bloody brilliant, I loved it. I was on the edge of my seat hanging on to every word. It was full of tension and suspense and I couldn''t put it down.'' Bonnie''s Book Talk, ?????''The ending was so exciting I really had to hold my breath whilst I was reading... I am now waiting eagerly for the next book in the series!!'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''Addictive, fast-paced and intriguing... absolutely superb... As for the final few pages, well suffice it to say they hold the most unexpected and jaw-dropping twist of all.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????

Detective Kim Stone is about to meet her team for the first time. The victim of her new case is about to meet his killer...When the body of a young man is found in the Clent Hills, Kim and her new squad rush to the crime scene, determined to find answers.Searching the victim''s home, Kim discovers a little girl''s bedroom and a hidden laptop. But why is the victim''s sister relieved to hear that he''s dead... and where is the child?As Kim begins to unearth the victim''s dark secrets, she discovers a link to a women''s shelter. Kim knows all too well what it means to be vulnerable. Could the shelter be the key to cracking this case? With the killer about to strike again, Kim is in deep water with a rookie squad. Can she pull her new team together to catch the killer before it''s too late?An absolutely heart-stopping mystery thriller that will keep you glued to the pages, reading late into the night. Fans of Karin Slaughter, Mark Billingham and Robert Dugoni will want to binge the multi-million-copy bestselling Detective Kim Stone series now!Read what everyone is saying about First Blood and the Detective Kim Stone series:''The jack, queen, king and ace of crime fiction... you can''t stop reading it until the fantastic ending... Another mesmerizing and riveting read! I find it insulting to even rate it giving between one to five stars, because how many stars should you give to the sun?'' The World Is Ours to Read, ?????''**A word of warning** you will struggle to put this book down, forget about eating, drinking, sleeping, and work, this book will consume your every waking moment... the perfect crime thriller.'' The Book Review Café, ?????''Superb!!! I love Kim - always have, always will!!... breathtaking, heart-pounding, exciting and thrilling!!! I completely and utterly recommend reading not just this book, but the whole series!! Fab, fab, fab, fab, fab.'' Stardust Book Reviews, ?????''I cannot begin to tell you how goddamn good it is... so bloody brilliant and so gripping... totally blown my mind.'' Baker''s Not So Secret Blog, ?????''Quite simply, Angela Marsons is THE QUEEN of Crime Fiction.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''Brilliant... Fast paced and dark, it kept me gripped from the first page to the last. Utterly superb.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''I couldn''t put the book down... completely addictive.'' Rachel''s Random Reads, ?????''The most fabulous crime series ever written.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????

Scarlet Drew is new to London''s criminal underworld, and she''s hell bent on making a name for herself as head of the family firm. But when Scarlet finds herself alone with a rival business owner, she is little prepared for what happens next.Determined not to let the drunken lech get away with his crime, Scarlet plans her revenge. But she fails to notice someone watching her every move and they know exactly what she''s up to... Face to face with a new enemy, Scarlet fears she may have put her whole family at risk, and it will take everything she has to save their empire. Will everyone survive the fight?Fans of Martina Cole and Kimberley Chambers will love this nail-biting book from bestselling crime author Emma Tallon. What readers are saying about Her Rival:''OMG... What an amazing and brilliant book. From page one, right to the end it was a rollercoaster of thrilling surprises! ... And that mind-blowing twist at the end? ... If I could give more than five stars, I would!!'' NetGalley reviewer, ?????''What can I say but WOW!... A most definite five stars from me!'' NetGalley reviewer, ?????''The queen of gang land crime is back with an almighty bang and a book that will capture your attention and hold you hostage right up to the very last page... This gem is just absolutely fabulous... I am completely speechless.'' Little Miss Book Lover 87, ?????''OMG, Emma, you have nailed it again... Page-turner, gritty, keeps you on your toes.'' NetGalley reviewer, ?????''What a story... So addictive.'' Goodreads reviewer, ?????''An excellent, fast-paced, gritty read that will keep you turning those pages into the small hours of the night.'' Lucysbooks26, ?????

Like deep dark water, it pulls them down. The faint fire of magic within them flickers and dies. Their eyes turn black as night. They are nightborn now. Grace Marchant has been many things: streetwise orphan, rebellious servant, and now beloved companion of Prince Bastien, heir to the throne of Larelwynn. But their sunlit happiness is not destined to last. The golden magic which brought them together in purest passion is threatened by strange and ancient forces. Innocent people are becoming nightborn – cruel, deadly, unrecognisable to their loved ones – and these two young lovers are the only ones with power enough to stop it. In times of peace, striking a deal with their closest enemy would be unthinkable, but now their only hope is to ally with the neighbouring Valenti royal family: manipulative, cunning, and always with an eye on the Larelwynn throne. The partnership comes at a devastating price… if Grace wants to defeat the nightborn, she must watch Bastien marry a Valenti princess. Grace knows she must make this heart-wrenching sacrifice for the good of the whole kingdom – but she also fears the magic in her veins, usually so warm and bright, is turning cold as deepest midnight. A beguiling darkness whispers to her from within. Is Grace herself becoming nightborn? Time is running out. With Bastien promised to another, and a stony distance growing between them, will Grace find the source of the nightborn curse before every last soul is consumed by the darkness? Combining sizzling romance, courtly intrigue, and heart-in-your-mouth action, this dark and addictive fantasy series is perfect for fans of Graceling and Emily R. King.

I am arresting you for the crime of being mageborn. You will yield, or face certain death... Orphan Grace Marchant has always questioned the harsh laws of the Kingdom of Rathlynn. But when her closest friend is uncovered as mageborn and imprisoned, she must act. Begging handsome Prince Bastien Larelwynn to spare her friend's life, the fire in Grace's blood calls to him. She's sure she'll be thrown in the dungeon too. But Bastien tells no one. And Grace has to trust him with more than her life when she discovers the Queen's devastating plan, using the mageborn's stolen powers. But with her own magic growing, can Grace really trust her former enemy... and with betrayal at every turn, will they survive long enough to save the mageborn? A dark and addictive fantasy read, perfect for fans of Graceling and Sarah J. Maas.