The Forsaken
3 / 3 books Complete
A Kidnapped Queen
A vengeful god has stolen everything from the queen of assassins. Her title. Her power. Her memories.
Even her name.
Now merely a ghost of her former self, Shadow must enter a deadly game and fight for her freedom or risk spending the rest of her life as a madman’s prisoner.
But, in order to win, she may be forced to lose what’s left of her true self in the process.
A Legendary Warrior
Resolved to a life sworn to duty instead of love, Ronan wasn’t prepared when the assassin queen swept into his life. Then as suddenly as she appeared, she vanished without a trace.
After five years he’s no closer to finding her, so when a prophecy offers the first clue to her whereabouts, there’s no question he’ll set off to rescue her. But when they finally come face to face, she has no idea who he is. In fact, she seems more inclined to slit his throat than fall into his arms.
When it becomes clear his only chance to save her is to become her enemy and enter the contest, he doesn't hesitate. He’d risk everything to bring her back.
Including his life.
After all, the only reason his heart still beats is for her.
Prisoner of Steel and Shadow is the first book in a brand-new trilogy set in the Chosen Universe. Fans of Sarah J Maas and Jennifer L Armentrout will adore this addictive high fantasy romance.
The Dracula Duet
2 / 2 books Complete
A sexy standalone dark romance about Dracula and the woman he's loved and lost twice before. Spinoff of The Dark Eyes Duet.
Bakkian Chronicles Trilogy
3 / 3 books Complete
Doors Duology
2 / 2 books Complete
Juggling his skepticism on the existence of magic in the modern day world and the fact that he doesn’t want to miss his date with his new girlfriend, James has to decide what to believe. Should he believe Rupert’s claims that he came through an invisible door from another world? Should he believe an evil darkness also came through? To him it all sounds overly dramatic, but when multiple attempts are made on his life, and Rupert magically fills the gas tank in his Geo Metro he decides to give him the benefit of the doubt. Throughout encounters with men throwing fireballs at his head, Rupert shooting lightning from his fingertips, and one of his professors sending students to kill him in an Alaskan mountain pass James has to come to grips with his new situation.
Claiming Elfhame
3 / 3 books Complete
These Hollow Vows meets Red Queen in the first book of this stunning new series about a halfling, fae-mortal girl caught in a web of royal faerie intrigue and the threat they pose to the mortal realm.
The world will succumb to frost and be reborn in fire. That is what the witch promised…
Since then, Kelera has spent her life denying the Fae blood that runs in her veins, shutting away the magic that calls to her.
But when trouble strikes the heart of the kingdom, she finds she must do whatever it takes to help. For the chance to save herself, her people, and to prove her loyalty to the mortal realm, Kelera must venture into the heart of Elfhame and navigate her way through the malevolent Unseelie Court at the risk of her own life.
When she is captured by the most malicious of the Unseelie Princes, Kelera's only choice is to do what she must to survive. Even if it means embracing the magic she has been holding at bay.
Immersed in the dangers of Elfhame and faced with the brothers who each vie for the Unseelie crown, Kelera must navigate not only the treacherous court, but also the traitorous feelings blooming in her heart, and decide if taking back her power is worth the risk.
Heir of Shadows and Ice is the first book in the thrilling fantasy series, Claiming Elfhame. Step into a world of danger, intrigue, magic, and mayhem as Kelera journeys to save those she holds most dear.
This is a New Adult series with themes of violence and mild language as well as intimacy. Recommended for Mature Audeinces.
War Eternal
5 / 5 books Complete
An empire in flames. A prisoner of war. An unbreakable will to escape.
At just fifteen Eskara Helsene fought in the greatest war mankind has ever known. Fought and lost. There is only one place her enemies would send a Sourcerer as powerful as her, the Pit, a prison sunk so deep into the earth the sun is a distant memory. Now she finds herself stripped of her magic; a young girl surrounded by thieves, murderers, and worse. In order to survive she will need to make new allies, play the inmates against each other, and find a way out.
Her enemies will soon find Eskara is not so easily broken.
An emotional roller coaster in this unique Epic Fantasy. Perfect for fans of Michael J. Sullivan and Mark Lawrence, be one of the first to dive into Award-Winning Author Rob J. Hayes’ new epic fantasy world.
Hunted by the Faery Queen
5 / 5 books Complete
A determined witch. A rebellious fae. An enemies to lovers romance that will bring a queen’s court to its knees.
He was supposed to kill me. Now I'm his prisoner.
I was supposed to hate him. Now I'm falling in love.
But neither love nor magic can save me. And now time is running out…
When the Queen of the Fae is after you sometimes your best bet is falling in love with the enemy, even when he's your kidnapper...
Curl up with Trina and her twist of Snow White....Curl up with A SWORD OF BLOOD AND ROSES and discover dark delicious fairy tale romance.
You know you want to...
The Winter Souls
4 / 4 books Complete
"Merry Christmas to all! And to all a good fright..."
The Quarrel of Sword and Bone was a death sentence for anyone who stepped into the arena with the deranged Queen, whose soul had crisped to frost in an age long since past.
Sixteen-year-old Helen Bell understood tragedy better than most kids growing up-she knew what it was like to wear clothes from donation bins and be mocked by the beautiful girls in school. She thought these brutal experiences made her ready for anything. But she wasn't ready for this.
After an eccentric girl opens Helen's eyes to let her see the realm of Winter--a world with intersects tucked carefully into the cracks of our own, where monarchs have risen and fallen, it's forbidden to mention the name of The Dead King of Winter, and the currency is gold rings--Helen comes to realize the downtown confrontation was more significant than what the eccentric girl let on. When Helen receives a summons from the Crimson Court to enter into The Quarrel of Sword and Bone; a traditional duel performed before one thousand witnesses that leaves only one survivor, she's forced to finally pay attention to a handsome boy who's been following her around with a warning on his tongue.
The Winter Souls Series blends action and Christmas tradition, bringing the old forgotten tales of the season to life with new and grittier versions of famous characters out of old holiday legends, such as St. Nicholas, The Snow Queen, and The Nutcracker.
The Cruel Stars Trilogy
3 / 3 books Complete
They thought the Sturm were dead. They were wrong.
Centuries after their defeat, the enemy has returned with an overwhelming attack on the fringes of human space. On the brink of annihilation, humankind's only hope is a few brave souls who survived the initial onslaught: Commander Lucinda Hardy, commander of the Royal Armadalen Navy's only surviving warship; Booker3, a soldier of Earth, sentenced to die for treason; Alessia, a young royal forced to flee when her home planet is overrun and her entire family executed; Sephina L'trel, the leader of an outlaw band.
And, finally, retired Admiral Frazer McLennan, the infamous hero of the first war with the Sturm, who hopes to rout his old foes once and for all – or die trying.
These five flawed, reluctant heroes must band together to prevail against a relentless enemy and near-impossible odds. For if they fail, the future itself is doomed.
Rooks and Ruin
3 / 3 books Complete
One woman will either save an entire continent or completely destroy it in a captivating epic fantasy bursting with intrigue and ambition, questioned loyalties, and broken magic.
'Guard the tower, ward the stone. Find your answers writ in bone. Keep your trust through wits or war--nothing must unseal the door.'
Deep within Gloamingard Castle lies a black tower. Sealed by magic, it guards a dangerous secret that has been contained for thousands of years.
As Warden, Ryxander knows the warning passed down through generations: nothing must unreal the Door. But one impetuous decision will leave her with blood on her hands--and unleash a threat that could doom the world to fall to darkness.
Praise for Melissa Caruso:
'A must-read for lovers of high fantasy' C. L. Polk, author of World Fantasy Award-winner Witchmark
'I think [Caruso] is sublimely talented . . . A phenomenally well-written, engrossing political fantasy series' Fantasy Book Review
'Caruso's world-building is brilliant and complex' Library Journal
'A dashing, compelling and exciting story, blending magic, assassination, conspiracy and diplomacy . . . I'll make no bones about it, I loved this book' Blue Book Balloon on The Defiant Heir
Of Fire & Fae
3 / 2 books Complete
A telenovela-inspired upper YA romantic fantasy for fans of multi-POV stories, forbidden love, enemies to lovers, family drama, royal intrigue, and mysterious magic.
A forbidden fae kiss could be deadly.
Naia was raised in the shadow of her twin brother, the crown prince, who has iron magic much more powerful than hers. But Naia has wishes of her own. They awaken when she finds a white fae almost dying in the woods. She only heard of them in stories; the dreaded race that razed cities to the ground, killed her grandparents, almost rid Aluria of humans—until they disappeared. Now, twenty years later, are they back? Is there another war coming?
But the fae is evasive and secretive—and also alluring and fascinating, more beautiful than anyone she’s ever seen. And then it happens: Naia kisses him—and nothing will be the same again.
In another kingdom, Leah, a necromancer princess, has to find a husband in less than four days, during the gathering, when royals from all over Aluria meet. Her family makes it very clear that she can pick any prince she wants—except one: Naia’s brother. And it turns out that he’s the one; the one who makes her heart beat faster.
Meanwhile, war looms over the land. One of the kingdoms is amassing immense power. The White Fae might be returning. Amidst it all, Naia and her brother struggle with newfound magical powers, family secrets, and most of all, their own treacherous hearts.
Frozen Hearts and Death Magic is book 1 of the Duology Of Fire and Fae, recommended for readers 16 and up.
Ash & Smoke
3 / 3 books Complete
She lived her whole life enslaved to the dragons.
But now she's one of them.
Seventeen-year-old Kaida, a human, has spent her entire life enslaved to the dragons who slaughtered half the human population a thousand years ago. She is forced to serve her ruthless Master, Eklos, until one deadly summer day when the Prince of Elysia saves her life.
Prince Tarrin steals her away to the Royal Palace, shocking Kaida when he reveals that she is mutator formarum.
He promises her safety, but when they uncover a dangerous conspiracy to rid Elysia of the Royal Family, she begins to question how safe she truly is.
And when desire blooms between Kaida and Tarrin, in the midst of fighting for their lives, she must choose whether to save the very creature she swore to hate, or allow him to perish...
And destroy her own heart.
Caladan Trilogy
3 / 3 books Complete
As Shaddam sits at last on the Golden Lion Throne, Baron Vladimir Harkonnen plots against the new Emperor and House Atreides—and against the mysterious Sisterhood of the Bene Gesserit. For Leto Atreides, grown complacent and comfortable as ruler of his House, it is a time of momentous choice: between friendship and duty, safety and destiny. But for the survival of House Atreides, there is just one choice—strive for greatness or be crushed.