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Calvin M. Bennett knows how to walk into a room and make it behave. He’s built a life on control—sharp suits, sharper arguments, outcomes he can predict. Then he walks away. In New Orleans, he becomes Cal: a man with a trumpet he hasn’t touched in years, a knife roll he doesn’t fully trust himself to open, and a job in Miss Jo’s kitchen—an old-school neighborhood restaurant where the food is real, the standards are higher than the pay, and nobody is impressed by who you used to be. Cal wants to stay quiet. Cook. Learn. Start over without performing for anyone.

Cordelia knows her mother is . . . unusual. Their house doesn’t have any doors between rooms—there are no secrets in this house—and her mother doesn't allow Cordelia to have a single friend. Unless you count Falada, her mother's beautiful white horse. The only time Cordelia feels truly free is on her daily rides with him. But more than simple eccentricity sets her mother apart. Other mothers don’t force their daughters to be silent and motionless for hours, sometimes days, on end. Other mothers aren’t sorcerers.

Gary Dem and his Howlers are running wild these days: claiming territory, making money, and preparing to hit the big time. Howler heavyweight Innu has been called to a gathering of the Altered Hunters Association and is chosen to go on a year-long, cross-country monster-hunting trip. Before his departure, however, he must return to Slough to get his affairs in order. But Innu would really rather not reveal his relationship with a gang of werewolves to a warrior sworn to destroy any and all Altereds.

With his immense talent for weaving together deep philosophical themes and profound reflections on 19th century society, Jack London was a literary titan who left a lasting impact on American literature. Now, this gripping collection shares some of his greatest works, compiling the sweeping narratives and compelling characters that earned London his place as a writer to be remembered.

The Birling family are spending a happy evening celebrating the engagement of Sheila Birling to Gerald Croft - a marriage that will result in the merging of two successful local businesses. Yet just when everything seems to be going so well, they receive a surprise visit from an Inspector Goole...

Leon Jäger has never been one to back down from a fight—but this time, the battlefield is a city that wants nothing to do with him. When a friend is taken deep into the heart of the elven lands, Leon follows, prepared to carve through whatever stands in his way. But in a nation that reveres bloodlines and the purity of spirit, his very existence is an offense. Among ancient grudges and political schemes, he must navigate a treacherous game where words cut deeper than swords—and where his every step risks sparking conflict.

For millennia, the Weave, an alliance of species, have fought to resist the telepathic Amplitur, who strive to unite all self-aware life-forms in their great "Purpose." The Weave is slowly losing ground, but for both sides, warfare focuses more on outthinking and outmaneuvering your foe than destruction. In fact, most regard violence as hideously barbaric, and even the thought of harming another sentient being is beyond imagining.

The Panthers resume their duties as Rangers upon leaving the Refuge. A new mystery of foremost importance will be revealed to them. They will have to undertake a mission as complicated as it is risky. Will they manage to survive the mission? Will they solve the mystery?

A thrilling and romantic fantasy adventure from Everina Maxwell, bestselling author of Winter’s Orbit. En is a weapon. Battle spells are carved into her skin, she’s trained to work through pain, and she’s magically compelled with loyalty to the archmagi. When she's sent on a mission to...

The son of a wealthy plantation owner and a doting mother, Mungo St John is accustomed to the wealth and luxuries his privilege has afforded him. That is until he returns from university to discover his family ruined, his inheritance stolen and his childhood sweetheart, Camilla, taken by the conniving Chester Marion. Fuelled by anger and love, Mungo swears vengeance and devotes his life to saving Camilla - and destroying Chester.

The Paladins are still short one of their number for them to finally be considered a complete fighting force—the thirteen Champions of the gods. Hence, Ahren and his friends, make their way onto the Ice Fields in the far south, following what scant clues there are in their efforts to track down the man considered to be the father of all Forest Guardians and who was last seen hunting down the fearsome dragon, Four Claws. An odyssey on sea and ice awaits them

The attack on Pearl Harbor swept America into the raging heart of the war. The stormy South Pacific presented a daring new challenge, and the men of the Corps were ready to fight. An elite fraternity united by a glorious tradition of courage and honor, the Marine Raiders were bound to a triumphant destiny.

Nick Turnhouse is a Dorset farmhand, a third son with nothing to inherit and no future, working his father's land for his keep. He is also tall, powerfully built, and handsome, and crosses the path of Squire's impressionable daughter. Nick has to run, fast, with ten shillings and his father's blessing. Luckily, or so he thinks, he comes across a kind gentleman who can help him. After Nick is persuaded to say that he is looking for work, he discovers the man is recruiting for the Navy, and Nick has just 'volunteered in fact'.

The Great Tournament had brought out the strongest and most promising cultivators of the younger generation. However, fate, as always, cared not for the affairs of the mortal world and continued on its business. The Indestructible Tower was opened soon after the Tournament, and the pursuit for power turned into a massacre of the Celestial Plateau's elite. But, a small group of six people still managed to escape. Unfortunately, they ended up in a completely new world.

Fiercely resilient and impeccably dressed, Veronica McCreedy has lived an incredible 87 years. Most of them alone, in her huge house by the sea. But Veronica has recently discovered a late-life love for family and friendship, adventure and wildlife. More specifically, a love for penguins! And so when she's invited to co-present a wildlife documentary, far away in the southern hemisphere, she jumps at the chance. Even though it will put her in the spotlight, just when she thought she would soon fade into the wings.

Lieutenant Travis Long of the Royal Manticoran Navy is the sort of person who likes an orderly universe. One where people follow the rules. Unfortunately he lives in the real universe. The good news is that Travis is one of those rare people who may like rules but has a talent for thinking outside them when everything starts coming apart. That talent has stood him - and the Star Kingdom - in good stead in the past, and it's one reason he's now a "mustang" - an ex-enlisted man who's been given a commission.

Jana Lowe is back in action, badge in hand, but still a man without a Class. When the ruthless serial killer, the Black Knight, resurfaces, leaving Lowe's colleagues dead in the streets, it's personal. Driven by revenge and armed with unique abilities, Lowe must dive headfirst into the dark heart of Soar City, where only levelling up will mean he can survive. But the Black Knight is just the tip of the iceberg.

Warrior Princess Assassin is... “Your next obsession.” —Hannah Nicole Maehrer “Addictive... Readers will devour this one!” —Danielle L. Jensen “The perfect blend of thrilling magic, sizzling romance, and pulse-pounding action.” —Elise Kova “A story unlike any...

Bloody Scarlett is the undefeated number one of the Reef Raider pirate crew. She is the right hand of the King and the most feared captain on the nine seas. When the Pirate King's son disappears at sea and wreckage washes up a short time later, Scarlett is given the task of finding out what happened to him.

'Robin Hobb meets Joe Abercrombie . . . This is fantasy with a totally legendary feel' Fantasy Book Review 'The Wolf's Call is everything a fantasy fan could ever wish for' Booknest 'Anthony Ryan's best work since the release of his incredible debut . . . fantastic storytelling' Novel Notions...