Hexe! Sophia weiß genau, wie man sie im Dorf nennt. Sie kennt sich ja auch mit okkulten Riten aus und beschwört Geister. Was sie schrecklicher findet als den Hass der Dorfbewohner, ist das immer gegenwärtige Summen in ihrem Kopf, unter dem sie leidet, seit sie achtzehn wurde. Um es endlich zum Schweigen zu bringen, wendet sie einen Zauber an - der misslingt. Denn aus dem Summen werden plötzlich flüsternde Stimmen, und dunkle Gestalten erscheinen. Einer von ihnen ist der geheimnisvolle Charles, zu dem Sophia sich magisch hingezogen fühlt. Welchen Fluch sie geweckt hat, erfährt sie erst durch eine alte Schriftrolle: Ihre Vorfahrin Elizabeth war eine Hexe, die mit achtzehn eines grausamen Todes gestorben ist …
The author shares her journey from humble beginnings to founding a million-dollar bakery, Chick Boss Cake, beloved in southwestern Ontario. Rejecting the notion that success requires formal education or a privileged background, she emphasizes that relatable, authentic stories resonate more with readers. Through her experiences, she aims to inspire others by illustrating that determination and passion, rather than entitlement, are key to achieving dreams. Her narrative promises to be both engaging and motivational.
The war between Conduits and Supplicants is turned inside out when Charisse and Abram learn who's in bed with who. After narrowly surviving a murderous mob, curvy Conduit/Supplicant Charisse and alpha Beast Abram escape to the remote island of Grimoult, where their relaxing vacation soon turns into a sinister suicide mission. People have been jumping from the island cliff in record numbers, but Charisse and Abram aren't convinced these deaths are really suicides. Especially once they learn all the jumpers share the same dream-vision of a beautiful woman three days before their fall. Now it's up to Charisse and Abram to find out what this "Sleeping Beauty" has to do with the suicides. Their search for answers leads them to the island king's castle, where the beauty and her beast find themselves at the mercy of a kinky ruler whose sexist mentality and BDSM fetishes soon begin to rub off on the pair. But time is cut short when Charisse sees Sleeping Beauty for herself, marking her as the next suicide victim and leaving her only three days until her death.
Exploring the profound theme of human connection, this book delves into the significance of empathy and understanding in relationships. It highlights the transformative power of being truly seen and heard by others, emphasizing how such connections can lead to personal growth and healing. Through poignant narratives, it illustrates the struggles and triumphs of individuals seeking acceptance and love, ultimately showcasing the beauty of shared experiences and the impact of genuine communication.
After unearthing a cursed key, an ancient magic posses archaeologist Olivia Perez, and the dark, dangerous power threatens to consumer her. The only way to free herself? Defeat the dark mage...before he destroys the world.
A forgotten past, a dark mage, and an unyielding curse. Another team beat free-spirited archaeologist Olivia Perez to the dig of a lifetime, and now she's left with the choice to wait for scraps or brave a dangerous, dusty tomb in hopes of finding other priceless artifacts. Her reward? A mysterious key she has no idea is cursed. Soon, Olivia realizes she's brought home more than just an ancient rarity. Malevolent visions begin to plague her. Unnerved by what they reveal, she casts away the key...unknowingly placing it into the waiting hands of a dark mage bent on destruction. Only when a shifter agent from the Paranormal Intelligence and Tracking Organization arrives searching for the key does Olivia realize what a huge mistake she's made. Forced to team up with the ill-tempered shifter, her journey to reclaim the cursed key leads down a twisting path of dark histories, dangerous magic, and deadly obstacles. But Olivia's efforts to take back the ancient relic before the dark mage can destroy the lives of humans, shifters, witches, and fae alike are thwarted by her own dark past...and a price steeper than what she's willing to pay. Fans of Tomb Raider and Ilona Andrews will love the blend of urban fantasy, magical adventure, and paranormal romance in THE CURSED KEY from Miranda Brock and New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Hamilton Scroll up and one click to start this slow burn urban fantasy romance adventure
She's marked for a life she doesn't want. He's tasked to make her comply. Ophelia's been successful at hiding her true identity, until the mark of the serpent appears on her neck--a death sentence, should it be seen by anyone in her town. Hiding the mark might save her from falling victim to the witch hunts of her era, but the scorching sensation it carries can't be ignored. When the mysterious Ethan is sent to collect her for a life of something more, she learns concealing the mark is the least of her worries. She's destined to don a new mask--to join a dark, supernatural world and protect the future of people she may never meet. What she doesn't know--what she learns too late--is that her initiation won't be complete until she kills the man she loves. If you like intriguing female characters, sweet romance, and unique vampire lore, then you'll love Her Sweetest Downfall, a prequel novella to the Forever Girl series.
It’s Wendy Darling’s turn to ‘grow up,’ to find her place among the Corporation she calls home. And she’s ready to submit to the Change…until a discovery about her youngest brother Michael throws everything into chaos.
No one said saving the world would be easy. But nothing could have prepared Charisse for the sacrifices she would have to make. When Char travels through time to put an end to the dystopian future Darcus has created, she never expects the two lives most in danger would be her best friend's kids. Or that they would have put themselves in such peril knowingly. And yet, here they are. Now, with the help of old friends, an underground rebellion called 'Wonderland,' a mad hatter, and a talking cat, Char must rescue her best friend's daughter, Alice, all while trying to bridge the gap between supplicants and conduits to put a stop to Darcus' nefarious plans once and for all. But as Char heads into the belly of the beast, with her own beast Abram at her side, it soon becomes clear that Darcus isn't just some wicked mastermind. His plans transcend evil and were forged for revenge. Revenge he plans to exact with her blood alone. Just as Char finally reclaims the man Abram was before, she'll be forced to sacrifice all they've fought for to stop Darcus from killing the gods themselves in this thrilling conclusion of The Conduit Series. Scroll up and one-click today to start reading a steamy spin on a fairytale as old as time!
Half insane after the death of his wife and daughter, Rahym runs a Lodge near the Door to Hell. With a sector curse that causes anyone to collapse into Hibernation after four hours of exertion, a stay at the Lodge is the only way for people to cross the Karakum Desert without falling victim to fire or demonlings. Then Nakir, an old friend and the angel leading the rebel group known as Halos, appears with a plan to break the curse. He's brought Rahym's childhood love, Jennet, whose special witch powers may be the tipping point the resistance needs to win. But first, they'll have to brave Hell itself.
