Monthly roundup of new and forthcoming speculative fiction books

(Torpedo Ink #10)
There’s no escaping the pull of desire in this novel in #1 New York Times bestselling author Christine Feehan’s Torpedo Ink motorcycle club series. When Czar shut down Lazar “Keys” Alexeev’s undercover mission, that should have been the end of the story. Instead, Keys is back in the middle of a nowhere town where a petite redhead with a pouty mouth and a ready smile drives him to distraction. He’s not sure why he’s breaking all of Torpedo Ink’s rules to spend more time around a ... [read more]
FantasyRomanceParanormal Romance

(Red Space #3)
The crew of the Artemis has escaped the nightmare of Paradise-1, but at great cost. Parker is gone. Petrova’s past continues to haunt her. Worst of all, Erebus—a timeless entity of pure darkness—has been released from its prison. Now it’s headed for Earth. Petrova must rally her crew for one final mission. Somehow, they must find a way to unite the disparate factions of the solar system—the United Earth Government, the Lunar colonies, and the outer planets—and find a way to stop Erebus. The fate of humanity—and the galaxy—is in their hands. [read more]
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(Arcana Academy #2)
Welcome back to Arcana Academy. Tarot magic, forbidden desire, battle, and betrayal collide for the power to change the world in the thrilling second book of this New York Times bestselling fantasy romance series. I am terrified. Yet my heart skips a beat. This man might be a monster, but he is my monster. Clara Graysword is Oricalis’s most wanted. Hunted and cornered, not even her mastery of tarot can save her this time . . . until the mysterious Worldkeepers appear. This secretive order ... [read more]
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(The Primal Hunter #16)
Jake continues his diplomatic mission to the Pantheon of Life, totally not spending the majority of his time hunting and enjoying the company of a certain goddess... After a successful hunting trip with only one assassination attempt on his life from a major multiversal faction, Jake heads back to his temporary residence within the Pantheon of Life with a new friend in tow. Behind the scenes, several projects are underway as Jake’s new bow is getting worked on after his last one broke. His ... [read more]
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(The Threadmender Chronicles #2)
In the high-stakes sequel to Maxym M. Martineau’s “enthralling” (Publishers Weekly) House of Blight, Edira must decide if the world is worth saving… and if she has enough power left to save herself too—perfect for readers of Rachel Gillig’s The Shepherd King series and T. Kingfisher. Edira Brillwyn is not enjoying retirement. She’s traumatized and heartbroken by Orin and the battle at Fernglove Manor. Although her brothers are safe and financially secure at home in Willowfell, ... [read more]
FantasyRomantasy

Stone by day. Hers by night.She came to steal herbs from my garden. She stayed to try to save ME. A queen's curse turns me to stone at sunrise, punishment for defying her. My soldiers are already gone, frozen mid-scream around my walls. And I'm forced to watch over them as a reminder for my defiance. In my library the petals of a poppy are turning to stone, one by one. When the last one falls, so do I. Then a green witch and her family walk through my failing wards and straight into my ... [read more]
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(Ends of Magic #6)
The epic conclusion to the Ends of Magic series! The Questors rule Davrar. Immortal, all-powerful, and ancient, they decide the laws of the world itself. For generations, they’ve treated kingdoms, wars, and even the legendary Endings as little more than pieces in a game. Nathan intends to change that. Together with the Heirs, he embarks on a series of impossible quests to earn the respect of Davrar’s architects. They must challenge the Questors at their own game, toppling empires, healing ... [read more]
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(Advent of the Apocalypse #3)
With the Demon in King’s City still on the loose, and the Chosen Few plotting their next move, the peaceful period for the camp is over. For Jaco, it’s no longer a question of just how to grow stronger, but whether he can become strong enough to protect those he’s come to care about. But strength alone only goes so far. As the Chosen prepare for a final assault and the Demon looms overhead, Jaco and his allies will be forced into battles that will push them to their limits. Friends will ... [read more]
FantasyScience FictionLitRPGPost-Apocalyptic

(The Chronicles of Emberstone Farm #3)
The farm didn't come with a manual, and neither did falling in love, starting a family, or defeating a Demon Monarch. But Violet's figuring it out. Now in her third year, Violet has her hands full planting legendary crops, hatching mythical animals, brewing potions, and uncovering the long-buried secrets behind her System. This time, the seasons bring something even sweeter than a harvest: love in full bloom, a wedding to plan, and a little one on the way. There's also a final boss battle, but ... [read more]
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(The Artificer’s Chronicles #3)
After surviving the disaster in Brayden’s Woods, Renan is left with lingering headaches, stolen fragments of forbidden knowledge, and a single burning question: what was the Wonder Engine of Lightspire? Then an invitation arrives. Lord Darrin Vale, eccentric noble, collector of pre-Calamity relics, and owner of the isolated Graypeak Manor, requests the presence of the realm’s only known Artificer. For Ren, it’s the opportunity of a lifetime. Vale’s collection may hold the answers he ... [read more]
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(Bewitched and Bewildered #17)
Hunter Armstrong has come to love his adopted city every bit as much as he loves Lycaonia. But lately, the city of the witches has begun to feel cold and hostile. Splitting his days between patrols and watching over two skittish children from afar, he finds his nights are filled with thoughts of his mate. As much as he longs for her to come home, he can’t help but remember what happened to Genevieve and prays instead for her to stay away and stay safe. Kiera Sorrel received more than one ... [read more]
FantasyRomanceParanormal RomanceShapeshiftersVampires

(Villains Are Destined to Die #9)
The moment poison touched her lips, Penelope was destined to fall. But rather than the warm embrace of death she expected, what meets her is a cold limbo. With Penelope unable to awake, the love interests find themselves divided―some accusatory, some protective, and a certain crown prince hell-bent on finding the one who did this to the duke’s daughter and making them pay. Little do the inhabitants of the ducal manor know, the enemy lies among them... As Ivonne continues to spin her web of ... [read more]
FantasyRomanceGraphic Novels

(Instrument of Omens #5)
Cinder and Anya have endured endless heartaches and hardships, but can they accept the very erasure of their lives? Having acknowledged their mantles as the Reborn Blessed Ones, Cinder and Anya have achieved the near-impossible. They have collected six of the seven Orbs of Peace, and best of all, the last one should be the easiest yet. A friend and ally, the Calico dragon, possesses the final Orb. But Cinder and Anya cannot fight a world-spanning war on their own. Not with enemies looming in ... [read more]
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(Assistant to the Villain #4)
HR Update: The position of “adversary to the villain” has been filled. Evie Sage does not recall applying. Evie has always tried to be helpful, loyal, and only mildly involved in treason. But with a dangerous prophecy threatening the very magic of Rennedawn―not to mention the race to claim its necessary artifacts before King Benedict does―things are starting to feel…less like a career path and more like a serious problem. The prophecy won’t stop pointing in Evie’s direction. The ... [read more]
FantasyRomance

(Shadow of the Leviathan #3)
Brilliant detective Ana Dolabra must prove a man's innocence to stop a civil war in the third book of the series that began with The Tainted Cup, named an Edgar, Hugo, and World Fantasy Award Finalist and one of the best books of the year (New York Times Book Review, NPR, Elle)—from the bestselling author of The Founders Trilogy. “Great fantasy detective stories are too rare, but Bennett—[a] rising star of fantasy—more than delivers.” —The Washington Post, on The Tainted Cup In the ... [read more]
FantasyMysteryAdult

(The Path of Ascension #12)
With the war over Matt, Liz, and Aster have to deal with the consequences. Some are good, some are foreseen. Others are not. Now that Aiden, Zack, and Allie have been bought out of the war Tiers they will not only have to juggle being dukes but also advancing to Tier 35 as fast as possible. With new duties and responsibilities the trio will have to sharpen an entirely new set of skills if they want to come out on top. Don't miss Book 12 of this action-packed fantasy adventure that blends ... [read more]
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A servant with secrets, just trying to survive.Once upon a time, Émeric Valcour had a noble inheritance. Now he has a mop, a cat, and a raven with opinions. Forced into servitude in his own home by a scheming stepmother and her cruel sons, Émeric keeps his head down, his secrets close, and his smile in place — because kindness costs nothing, and survival requires it. His secret? A forbidden gift for speaking with animals, which he uses to smuggle the desperate and the magic-touched out of a ... [read more]
FantasyRomanceRetellingsFairy Tale RetellingsNo Spice Romance

(Faebound #3)
Yeeran and Lettle’s world has been shaken by a revelation from the Fates that changes everything: The obeah are not what they seem. Return to the intoxicating realm of the fae one last time in the final installment of the #1 Sunday Times bestselling Faebound trilogy Broken by love.Trapped by war.Bound by magic. Lettle is on a quest to uncover the truth. Along with the human Alder, the last of his kind, she sets off on an arduous journey of discovery. But after a painful separation from King ... [read more]
FantasyRomance

(The Portal Wars Saga #9)
From prolific fantasy author James E. Wisher Otto Shenk, chief advisor to the emperor and the world’s most powerful wizard, has no time for noble foolishness. When some duke offers his youngest son as a match for Otto’s daughter, Abby, Otto brushes him off without a second thought while making it clear that the matter is closed. Unfortunately some people can’t take a hint, especially arrogant nobles. The Pirate Hunt is an epic fantasy adventure featuring explosive action, dark intrigue, and the brutal price of failure. [read more]
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(Teen Titans #6)
The highly anticipated team-up is finally here! Join #1 New York Times bestselling author KAMI GARCIA (Beautiful Creatures) and artist GABRIEL PICOLO, the creative duo behind the New York Times bestselling TEEN TITANS graphic novel series, for the ultimate showdown! H.I.V.E. has been experimenting on teens with super-human abilities, and Kori Anders was next on their list. Dick Grayson, Raven Roth, Garfield Logan, Max Navarro, and Damian Wayne got to Los Angeles to save her before Slade Wilson ... [read more]
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