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Ladies Courting Trouble (Cass Shipton #4)
by Dolores Stewart Riccio"If you obey all the rules, you miss all the fun."--Katharine HepburnIn her bewitching novels of female friendship, fun, and delicious mischief, Dolores Stewart Riccio has charmed readers who want to know more about marvelous Cass, sweet Heather, wickedly witty Phillipa, eccentric mom Deidre, and whip-smart Fiona--five deeply committed sisters-in-arms with a little something extra on their side. Now, in Ladies Courting Trouble, the most fascinating women in Plymouth, Massachusetts, are back in the thick of the action, which suits them just fine. . .October in New England is a grand time--great for carving pumpkins, throwing Halloween parties, baking and eating brownies, and. . .dropping dead? When a helmlock-laced brownie at the church hospitality hour spells the end for an elderly townswoman, Cass Shipton and her circle of fabulous friends get to work using their very special brand of detective skills to ferret out the culprit. After all, their unorthodox recipe of magic, clairvoyance, and good old-fashioned common sense hasn't let them down yet. . .Praise for Dolores Stewart Riccio and Circle of Five"A bewitching tale."--Midwest Book Review"This story has everything from suspense to laughter. Delicious. . .with a magic all its own."--Rendezvous"Humorous moments are deftly intertwined with truly creepy ones."--Booklist"Delicious. . .filled with magic. . .and delight."--Phyllis Curott"Witty and fast-paced. . .charming. . .a fun read and food for thought."--Joe HaldemanDolores Stewart Riccio is the author of three previous Cass Shipton novels, The Divine Circle of Ladies Making Mischief, Circle of Five, and Charmed Circle, as well as numerous highly acclaimed nonfiction books on the subjects of health and cooking. She lives in Rhode Island and is currently at work on her next novel.
Ladies from Hell
by Keith RobertsLadies from Hell contains five long stories. "The Shack at Great Cross Halt" describes a Britain dominated by motorways, juggernauts and a tyranny, in which the unfortunates of society eke out a miserable existence scavenging items that fall off lorries. "The Ministry of Children" shows comprehensive schools having become terrifying battlegrounds dominated by vicious gangs. "The Big Fans" concerns an experiment in wind-powered electricity which accidentally unleashes an apocalyptic storm of effects. "Our Lady of Destruction" ironically depicts a future in which a Stalinist British government taxes 'non-productive' people (i.e. artists) at over 100% and assigns them individual Overseers to regulate their work. "Missa Privata" shows an opera singer in a communist-dominated Britain making a defiant individual gesture which will bring about her own ruin. These are not stories of spaceships and alien worlds; rather they are studies of imminent social change, written out of passionate concern about the directions in which our society may be heading - stories, in fact, in the great Orwellian tradition. Most importantly, they are stories about people: believable, defiant individuals struggling against oppressive forces.
Ladies with Options
by Cynthia HartwickMinnesota, 1983 The Mostly Methodist Club met Saturday morning year-round, but was at its best in autumn and winter, when it helped steel the ladies for the Sundays their men spent watching TV sports with eyes glazed like so many holiday hams...The mostly-married, mostly-middle-aged members of the Mostly Methodist Club (Deborah Cohen made it "Mostly") were used to swapping recipes, not stock tips. They'd taken few risks in their lives, and had even fewer adventures. But when a pink-haired young rebel named Skye found her way into the group, things changed. The ladies had already begun looking into investment opportunities, after realizing that their retirement earnings would barely keep them in Burpee seeds and baking powder. But it was Skye who tipped them off to a struggling new company that might be worth sinking a few dollars into. A company that was developing some interesting new technology. A company run by a man named Bill Gates...
Ladies' Lunch: and Other Stories
by Lore Segal"For almost six decades Segal has quietly produced some of the best fiction and essays in American literature..."—The New York TimesBeloved New Yorker writer Lore Segal, at 95-years-old, is a national treasure. Working at the height of her powers, in this story collection she turns her gimlet eye and compassionate humor on aging and life in the slow lane.From the master of the short short comes a collection of 16 new stories featuring old friends who have loved and lunched together for over 40 years. These erudite, sharp-minded nonagenarians offer startling insights into friendship, family and aging.Can the group organize a visit to one of their number in her new, and detested, assisted living situation? Is this a fabulous party with old friends, or a funeral reception? And does who was sleeping with whom, way back when, still matter?In story after story, Segal's voice is always hilarious and urbane, heartbreaking and profound, keen and utterly unsentimental, as she tackles aging's affronts.
Ladrón del Tiempo (Mundodisco #Volumen 26)
by Terry PratchettEn el Mundodisco se inicia una carrera contrarreloj para impedir que el Tiempo se detenga... La entrega número 26 de la serie del Mundodisco. Tic Las figuras grises conocidas como los Auditores de la Realidad piensan que los humanos ya han desordenado bastante el universo con su irracionalidad y su fantasía. Y han ideado un plan: detener el tiempo para catalogar y organizar tranquilamente todo lo que existe. Tac El tiempo, sin embargo, tiene sus propios paladines. Los Monjes de la Historia trabajan desde su monasterio para que los humanos puedan seguir jugando con el tiempo, ganándolo, perdiéndolo o regalándolo. Tic Mientras en Ankh-Morpork un relojero empieza a construir el reloj que marcará con toda precisión el tic del universo y detendrá el tiempo, en el lejano monasterio un joven extraordinario inicia su aprendizaje junto al héroe de mil historias Lu-Tze el Barredor. Tac El tiempo avanza inexorable hacia su fin, y los cinco (¡no, no eran cuatro!) jinetes del Apocalipsis recorren el Mundodisco. Solo la Muerte sabe que tal vez el mismísimo Tiempo sea más humano de lo que debiera, que puede haber tenido un hijo y que, si quiere impedir el plan de los Auditores, necesitará la ayuda de la familia. Ti... Reseña:«Aparte de las sonoras carcajadas que provoca, Ladrón del tiempo sigue proporcionando ese placer en estado puro que explica las legiones de adictos a las novelas de Pratchett.»The Times
Lady Amelia's Secret Lover (Last Man Standing #5)
by Victoria AlexanderGentleman wanted—for a scandalous assignation. A wife embarks on infidelity in this charming Victorian romance from the #1 bestselling author. Lady Amelia’s Secret Lover is a historical romance novel with a decidedly modern bent: Lady Amelia Hathaway’s marriage has gotten stale over the past six years, so she decides to take a lover. She makes no secret of her intent—but what her husband doesn’t know is that Amelia’s real scheme is to win him back.Will the plan work well enough to earn Amelia the passion she deserves from her husband? Or will it backfire drastically, sending him into the arms of a flesh-and-blood lover of his own?Praise for Victoria Alexander and the Last Man Standing series“Victoria Alexander delivers on all counts.” —Stephanie Laurens, #1 New York Times–bestselling author“It doesn’t get any better than Victoria Alexander.” —Christina Dodd, New York Times–bestselling author“Alexander knows what her romance readers want—charming characters, sharp banter, missed connections and a happy ending—and delivers with gusto.” —Publishers Weekly
Lady Anne's Deception (The Changing Fortunes Series #4)
by M. C. BeatonPolitical intrigue rocks an unsteady marriage in this Regency romance by the New York Times–bestselling author of the Hamish Macbeth mysteries.When Lady Anne Sinclair vowed to marry anyone as long as it meant she married before her spoilt beauty of a sister, she had no idea the &“anyone&” would be the Marquess of Torrance. Long the darling of the ton—and considered quite the confirmed bachelor—he succumbed to Annie&’s charms and, most magically, made her his wife. But Annie&’s lifelong battle for attention had ill-prepared her for married life. In a tipsy revery on her wedding night, she blurted out her real reason for marrying the Marquess—and her husband&’s formidable pride shut the door on any further communication. Only a crisis of major proportions could bring the headstrong newlyweds together. And no less than the Chancellor of the Exchequer, with sinister political ambitions known only to himself, embroiled Annie in a dangerous plot that taught her the truth about her wifely sentiments.ABOUT THE COLLECTION What could be more engaging than the women who rise from the commoner classes and minor nobility to triumph in the unforgiving high society of London. Read about women who have lost their fortunes, country girls at their first season, and new wives who can&’t resist temptation in the nine titles of the Changing Fortunes Collection.
Lady Anne's Lover (London List #3)
by Maggie RobinsonLady Imaculata Anne Egremont has appeared in the scandalous pages of the London List often enough. The reading public is so bored with her nonsense, she couldn't make news now unless she took a vow of chastity. But behind her naughty hijinks is a terrible fear. It's time the List helped her. With a quick scan through its job postings and a few whacks at her ridiculous name, she's off to keep house for a bachelor veteran as plain Anne Mont.Major Gareth Ripton-Jones is dangerously young and handsome on the face of it, but after losing his love and his arm in short order, he is also too deep in his cups to notice that his suspiciously young housekeeper is suspiciously terrible at keeping house. Until, that is, her sharp tongue and her burnt coffee penetrate even his misery--and the charm underneath surprises them both. Trust the worst cook in Wales to propose a most unexpected solution to his troubles. . . Praise for Maggie Robinson's Novels"Steam rises from the pages." --RT Book Reviews (4 stars) on Mistress by Marriage"Deliciously wicked. . .hard to put down." --Romance Junkies (5 stars) on Mistress by Midnight
Lady Be Mine
by Catherine Spencer"Lady Be Mine!"These were the last words Melody Worth ever expected to hear form James Logan's lips. She happened to be very wealthy, which had never been a problem till now...and James seemed to despise her because of her money. That Melody liked helping other people, including James's father, had no effect on James. In fact, he accused her of interfering!Melody didn't know how to cope with obstinate, infuriating James.... Then it suddenly hit her! She was in love with James, but he insisted they had no future together. Melody would simply have to change his mind.
Lady Charlotte Always Gets Her Man
by Violet MarshFamily secrets and scandalous mystery combine in this delightfully witty historical rom-com full of "sweet romance and twisty mystery"—perfect for fans of Evie Dunmore, Enola Holmes, and Netflix's Bridgerton! (Manda Collins, author of A Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem). Lady Charlotte Lovett should have never run away upon discovering her betrothal. But when one has been promised to a man who, rumor has it, killed his previous two wives, one does what one must. The only thing that can get her out of this engagement is proving that Viscount Hawley is as sinister as she thinks he is. And the person who would know best is his very own brother. In many ways, Dr. Matthew Talbot is the exact opposite of his sibling—scholarly, shy, and shunned by society. But like his brother, he has secrets, and he doesn&’t need Charlotte exposing them in her quest to take down the viscount. It only seems prudent to help her while keeping her from poking her nose in all the wrong places. But as they put their hearts at risk to grow closer to each other, they are also getting closer to a dangerous confrontation with Hawley.
Lady Killer Library Edition
by Jamie Rich Joëlle JonesJosie Schuller is a picture-perfect homemaker, wife, and mother--but she's also a ruthless killer!She balances cheerful domestic bliss with coldly efficient assassinations. From the World's Fair in Seattle to the beaches of Florida, Josie tries to keep her perfect family alive in a bloodstained new vision of the American Dream.Joelle Jones became an overnight sensation with this gory midcentury series, leading to successful runs on DC's Catwoman and Batman titles. Now Lady Killer's complete story (so far) is together in one digital book, the perfect showcase for Jones's phenomenal artwork. This ebook collects the original series cowritten by Jones's longtime collaborator Jamie S. Rich, as well as the followup, which she both wrote and drew solo. Also included are the sketchbooks from both series and previously unpublished art.Collects Lady Killer TPB volumes 1 & 2.
Lady Liberty's Holiday
by Jen ArenaHit the road and see America with the Statue of Liberty!The Statue of Liberty is feeling a little blue, despite being green. As much as she loves welcoming people to America, standing still for over a hundred years has left her with a stiff neck, aching arms, and a cramp in her leg. This lady could use a vacation! With some encouragement from her friend Moe the pigeon, Lady Liberty takes off to see the rest of America! She explores the sandy beaches of Cape Cod, the waving wheat fields of Kansas, the breathtaking grandeur of the Grand Canyon, and the cozy sunshine of the California coastline. But will Lady Liberty make it back to New York City for the Fourth of July? And will she even want to?"Lady Liberty's journey [is] lighthearted and fun."--Publishers Weekly"A fun and fabulous read for a Fourth of July storytime."--School Library Journal
Lady Life: A Novel
by Ahmet AltanFrom the acclaimed author of I Will Never See the World Again, this poignant coming-of-age novel finds moments of remarkable humor in a present-day Istanbul rife with economic and political hardships.Fazıl&’s comfortable existence studying literature is upended by his family&’s sudden financial ruin, followed swiftly by the death of his father. Forced to sell his belongings and move to an old boardinghouse, he discovers a new side of the city, populated by immigrants, poets, sex workers, and busboys, all struggling to get by. On a tip from a fellow resident, Fazıl finds work to support himself through university, as an extra on a TV show, where he meets two women who will change his life. Sıla, a striking young student, shares his love of Virginia Woolf and uniquely understands his current predicament: once well-off, she too has lost everything, after the government unjustly seized her father&’s business. While they begin a tentative romance, Fazıl is also drawn to the show&’s vivacious leading lady, Hayat, whose carefree, sensuous outlook differs so greatly from his own. Written from his prison cell, Ahmet Altan&’s latest novel offers a witty, insightful view of modern Turkey and the lives of its &“new poor&” that shows how we can find light in the darkest times.
Lady Like: A Novel
by Mackenzi LeeTwo women set their sights on marrying the same duke, but instead of becoming enemies, they find themselves falling in love—though not with him.&“My new favorite romance author.&”—Julia Quinn, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Bridgerton series&“A genuinely, strikingly funny romantic romp. I inhaled it!&”—Emily Henry, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Great Big Beautiful LifeHarriet Lockhart never planned to marry. She has spent her life defying expectations, playing male roles on London&’s seediest stages, and doing whatever she pleases. When Harry is contacted by her hitherto anonymous father, she finds herself at risk of losing the trust fund that&’s subsidized her lifestyle—unless she begins to lead a more respectable life, starting with finding a husband.Emily Sergeant, the picture of modesty, has only ever wanted to marry. And were it not for one mistake in her youth that rendered her a social pariah, she would be appropriately betrothed. Instead, she&’s due to wed the only willing—and most abominable—man in her small town. Desperate for an alternative, Emily flees to London to snag a less lecherous fiancé.Worlds collide, dramatically and hilariously, when both women decide on the very same duke as their best possible chance at a tolerable husband and a secure future. A tongue-in-cheek romp through London&’s summer season, from balls to brothels, horseraces to duels, Harry and Emily compete for the duke&’s favor, only to find their true hearts&’ desires may be more compatible than they could have ever predicted.
Lady Love
by Diana PalmerA feisty, free-spirited heiress butts heads with a button-downed bully in this classic romance from the New York Times–bestselling author.“Nobody tops Diana Palmer. . . . I love her stories.” —Jayne Ann KrentzMerlyn Forrest Steele couldn’t refuse the offer—work for a living for one month, and her father would stop his clumsy matchmaking attempts. Maybe she’d somehow find a man who had eyes for her, not her bank account, and meanwhile, she could prove she was no dilettante heiress.So it was ironic that the first man to penetrate her defenses in her new life would be the one who was looking for just that . . . Not that she’d have the sardonic, arrogant Cameron Thorpe, even if he asked her. Let him go ahead and marry some insipid little heiress—he’d get exactly what he deserved . . . But why did this thought give Merlyn no comfort at all?First published in 1984.
Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk: Selected Stories of Nikolai Leskov (Penguin Classics Ser.)
by Nikolai LeskovA new collection of the renowned Russian writer's best short work, including a masterful translation of the famous title story.Nikolai Leskov is the strangest of the great Russian writers of the nineteenth century. His work is closer to the oral traditions of narrative than that of his contemporaries, and served as the inspiration for Walter Benjamin's great essay "The Storyteller," in which Benjamin contrasts the plotty machinations of the modern novel with the strange, melancholy, but also worldly-wise yarns of an older, slower era that Leskov remained in touch with. The title story is a tale of illicit love and multiple murder that could easily find its way into a Scottish ballad and did go on to become the most popular of Dmitri Shostakovich's operas. The other stories, all but one newly translated, present the most focused and finely rendered collection of this indispensable writer currently available in English.
Lady Notorious (Royal Rewards #4)
by Theresa RomainWho knew love would be her secret weapon? Cassandra Benton has always survived by her wits and wiles, even working for Bow Street alongside her twin brother. When injury takes him out of commission, Cass must support the family by taking on an intriguing new case: George, Lord Northbrook, believes someone is plotting to kill his father, the Duke of Ardmore. Decades before, the duke was one of ten who formed a wager that would grant a fortune to the last survivor. But someone can’t wait for nature to take its course—and George hopes a seasoned investigator like Cass can find out who. Cass relishes the chance to spy on the ton, shrewdly disguised as handsome Lord Northbrook’s notorious “cousin.” What she doesn’t expect is her irresistible attraction to her dashing employer, and days of investigation soon turn to passionate nights. But with a killer closing in and her charade as a lady of the ton in danger of collapsing at any moment, Cass has no choice but to put her life—and her heart—in the hands of the last man she ought to trust . . . “Richly rewarding.” —Booklist, Starred Review on Fortune Favors the Wicked
Lady Olivia and the Infamous Rake (The Beauchamp Heirs #1)
by Janice PrestonHow utterly mortifying to be rejected by a rake!Sneaking off to Vauxhall Gardens lands Lady Olivia Beauchamp in a bit more trouble than she expected—but after being plucked from peril by resolute bachelor Lord Hugo Alastair, she is secretly outraged that he doesn’t even try to steal a kiss! He’s a notorious rake among the ton, and as a result, utterly forbidden to an innocent debutante like her—the daughter of a duke, no less. But their attraction is magnetic. Will she risk her reputation for a passionate encounter?Praise for the romances of Janice Preston“One of the deepest, most lovable heroes I’ve read about in quite some time.” —All About Romance“A captivating, sweet tale.” —RT Book Reviews
Lady Secrets: Real, Raw, and Ridiculous Confessions of Womanhood
by Becca Tobin Keltie Knight Jac VanekThe New York Times bestselling authors of Act Like a Lady and hosts of the LadyGang podcast share their deepest, darkest, most hilarious secrets—along with confessions submitted by real LadyGang fans—in this laugh-out-loud, cringe-worthy, weirdly inspiring celebration of un-ladylike behavior.&“So many of us have this hidden shame floating around our brains with no way to let it out without being judged, and that shit weighs us down.&” Every lady has a secret. A secret so humiliating, embarrassing, scandalous, or disgraceful that you haven&’t told a soul—not your closest friends, family, lovers, or doctors. There is so much shame surrounding hiding secrets, and, frankly, enough is enough. The truth is, there is power and freedom in releasing those dirty little secrets out into the big, bad universe. It gives you that same sweet relief as taking off an underwire bra at the end of a long, crappy day. That&’s why Keltie Knight, Becca Tobin, and Jac Vanek—hosts of the LadyGang podcast—set their secrets free: the good, the bad, and the diarrhea. The LadyGang wanted to offer their large and loyal community a chance to join them in exposing the messy truths of their lives, and so, Lady Secrets was born: confessional essays from the trio themselves and an incredible crowdsourced collection of secrets from other ladies around the world. Secrets ranging from silly little white lies to cringey misadventures to soul-baring truths. And as it turns out, exposing your deepest and darkest helps you realize that we are all way more alike than we could have ever imagined. Everyone seems to have a bizarre body malfunction, a hookup gone terribly wrong, and a soul-crushing experience that haunts them forever. And maybe that elaborate revenge plot you carried out against your cheating ex was actually kind of badass (in spite of being slightly illegal). It&’s time we stop feeling ashamed of our (un)ladylike habits and own the real, raw, and ridiculous things that make you authentically you.
Lady Sidekick: 50 Tired Tropes for Women
by Laura Dockrill Anneka HarryLady Sidekick has gathered up all the tired tropes for women so you don't have to! From the Femme Fatale to the Crazy Cat Lady, the Bridezilla to the Girl Next Door, it calls them out and, most importantly, RECLAIMS them. For too long women have been pigeonholed into a handful of tired and basic characters, their personality and behaviour criticised if they don’t fit the role society thinks they should be playing. Lady Sidekick analyses fifty of the most moth-eaten, antiquated, cookie-cutter females clichés, archetypes and tokens that twenty-first-century women are SO over. Through hilarious breakdowns, comic illustrations and tongue-firmly-in-cheek-fuelled study, it slow-roasts each trope, sprinkling them with sarcasm, seasoning them with feminism, infusing them with activism, before serving them up ready for the modern masses to enjoy. It’s time to shove a stick of dynamite up the arse of the out-of-date – and Lady Sidekick is ready to light the wick. Happy trope-spotting!
Lady Stuff: Secrets to Being a Woman
by Loryn BrantzHome manicure tips, awkward seduction techniques, scoping out the snack table, and—most important—prioritizing naps: Lady Stuff reveals these womanly secrets and more. In sections like "Grooming and Habitat Maintenance," "Mating Habits," and others, these brightly colored, adorable comics find the humor in the awkwardness of simply existing. Like the work of Sarah Andersen, Gemma Correll, and Allie Brosh, Loryn Brantz&’s Jellybean Comics are accessible and funny; lighthearted takes on the author's everyday experiences and struggles being a woman.
Lady With Chains
by Roch CarrierIn nineteenth-century Quebec a woman plots the murder of her husband after the death of their child. After brewing a poison, she is arrested, denounced as a witch, and in a devastating conclusion, released from her terrifying obsessions.
Lady and the Scamp and The Doctor Dilemma
by Candy Halliday Dianne DrakeLady and the Scamp by Candy Halliday It's a dog-eat-dog world...Attorney Cassie Collins is in big trouble! Her mother's prize pooch has gotten up close and personal with the mutt next door, and pups are on the way. Nick Hardin, owner of Earl the mongrel scamp, refuses to take the matter seriously. Instead he uses his outrageous radio show to poke fun at lawyers who file suit against the Romeo and Juliet of the doggy world. Hostilities escalate until the two humans finally figure out it's much more fun to make love than war....The Doctor Dilemma by Dianne Drake TLC.The best medicine there ever wasMeet Dr. Jack Sutton and nurse Lacy Archer-they're supposed to be running a small-town medical practice, but the craziest things keep happening. Jack can't wait to get back to the big city, while Lacy's making Sunstone her home. And in the midst of handling everything from birthing bovines to using a pair of black panties to cure the hiccups, they're falling for each other. But will Jack have the right prescription for Lacy's case of true love?
Lady of Shadows: Book 2 of the Empty Gods series
by Breanna Teintze'THRILLS THE READER WITH AN ENJOYABLE, BREAKNECK PLOT' GUARDIANDeath is simple. Dreams are dangerous. Life is . . . unexpected.Outlaw wizard Corcoran Gray expected death to be final, but life, and his loved ones, had other plans. A year after being resurrected and flung into a new body, he's still trying to come to terms with his situation - and his self - when the all-powerful Mages' Guild demands his help to stop a deadly plague.He's inclined to refuse the organisation that still wants him dead, until his partner Brix starts showing symptoms - to save her, Gray will do anything, even if it means working with his greatest enemies.But it quickly becomes clear that this is no normal plague. The situation is more complicated, and more lethal, than anyone has realised. Ancient dangers are stirring, and thousands of lives are at stake . . .In the gripping sequel to Lord of Secrets, Corcoran Gray returns to save his new life and everything he holds dear - he'll just need to battle mysterious plagues, magical monsters, and hellish necromancy first.'TEINTZE SHOWS A RANGE OF SKILLS IN LADY OF SHADOWS BY MAKING A FANTASTICAL WHODUNIT, WITH TWISTS THAT KEEP YOU PULLING TOWARD THE FINALE' CHARLIE N. HOLMBERG, AUTHOR OF THE PAPER MAGICIAN'LADY OF SHADOWS SHOWS AN UPWARD TRAJECTORY NOT ONLY FOR THE CHARACTER, BUT FOR THE EMPTY GODS SERIES AS A WHOLE' SCIFINOW'GRAY IS THE KIND OF RELUCTANT HERO WIZARD WITH A HEART THAT I'D FOLLOW INTO THE APOCALYPSE AND LADY OF SHADOWS DELIVERS JUST THAT - AND MORE' KAI DOORE, AUTHOR OF THE PERFECT ASSASSIN
Lady of Shadows: Book 2 of the Empty Gods series (The Empty Gods #2)
by Breanna Teintze'THRILLS THE READER WITH AN ENJOYABLE, BREAKNECK PLOT' GUARDIANDeath is simple. Dreams are dangerous. Life is . . . unexpected.Outlaw wizard Corcoran Gray expected death to be final, but life, and his loved ones, had other plans. A year after being resurrected and flung into a new body, he's still trying to come to terms with his situation - and his self - when the all-powerful Mages' Guild demands his help to stop a deadly plague.He's inclined to refuse the organisation that still wants him dead, until his partner Brix starts showing symptoms - to save her, Gray will do anything, even if it means working with his greatest enemies.But it quickly becomes clear that this is no normal plague. The situation is more complicated, and more lethal, than anyone has realised. Ancient dangers are stirring, and thousands of lives are at stake . . .In the gripping sequel to Lord of Secrets, Corcoran Gray returns to save his new life and everything he holds dear - he'll just need to battle mysterious plagues, magical monsters, and hellish necromancy first.'TEINTZE SHOWS A RANGE OF SKILLS IN LADY OF SHADOWS BY MAKING A FANTASTICAL WHODUNIT, WITH TWISTS THAT KEEP YOU PULLING TOWARD THE FINALE' CHARLIE N. HOLMBERG, AUTHOR OF THE PAPER MAGICIAN'LADY OF SHADOWS SHOWS AN UPWARD TRAJECTORY NOT ONLY FOR THE CHARACTER, BUT FOR THE EMPTY GODS SERIES AS A WHOLE' SCIFINOW'GRAY IS THE KIND OF RELUCTANT HERO WIZARD WITH A HEART THAT I'D FOLLOW INTO THE APOCALYPSE AND LADY OF SHADOWS DELIVERS JUST THAT - AND MORE' KAI DOORE, AUTHOR OF THE PERFECT ASSASSIN