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The Black Hunger
by Nicholas Pullen'A gothic masterpiece and a devastating exploration of humanity's capacity for evil' Sunyi Dean, author of The Book EatersJohn Sackville will soon be dead. Shadows writhe in the corners of his cell as he mourns the death of his secret lover and the gnawing hunger inside him grows impossible to ignore.He must write his last testament before it is too late. The story he tells will take us to the darkest part of the human soul. It is a tale of otherworldly creatures, ancient cults and a terrifying journey from stone circles of Scotland to the icy peaks of Tibet. It is a tale that will take us to the end of the world.A spine-tingling, queer gothic horror debut where two men are drawn into an otherworldly spiral, and a journey that will only end when they reach the darkest part of the human soul. Perfect for fans of The Historian and Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell.Praise for The Black Hunger:'The Black Hunger is a phenomenal book full of rich historical detail, occult mysticism, and slow, creeping horror. . . a triumph' Thomas D. Lee, author of Perilous Times'A new dark classic to stand alongside Frankenstein and Jekyll & Hyde, The Black Hunger reveals its horrors inch by devastating inch, leading the reader from the foothills of the Himalayas to the Scottish Islands and back again' Molly O'Neill, author of Greenteeth'Rich in historical detail, poignant romance, sweeping adventure, and visceral terror, The Black Hunger is both utterly original and thrillingly addictive' Jennifer Thorne, author of Diavola 'A terrifying gothic journey to the place where the very cruellest, hungriest creatures hide in the snow, and wear our faces. This is a magisterial debut' Michael Rowe, author of Wild Fell
The Black Hunger
by Nicholas Pullen'A gothic masterpiece and a devastating exploration of humanity's capacity for evil' Sunyi Dean, author of The Book EatersJohn Sackville will soon be dead. Shadows writhe in the corners of his cell as he mourns the death of his secret lover and the gnawing hunger inside him grows impossible to ignore.He must write his last testament before it is too late. The story he tells will take us to the darkest part of the human soul. It is a tale of otherworldly creatures, ancient cults and a terrifying journey from stone circles of Scotland to the icy peaks of Tibet. It is a tale that will take us to the end of the world.A spine-tingling, queer gothic horror debut where two men are drawn into an otherworldly spiral, and a journey that will only end when they reach the darkest part of the human soul. Perfect for fans of The Historian and Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell.Praise for The Black Hunger:'The Black Hunger is a phenomenal book full of rich historical detail, occult mysticism, and slow, creeping horror. . . a triumph' Thomas D. Lee, author of Perilous Times'A new dark classic to stand alongside Frankenstein and Jekyll & Hyde, The Black Hunger reveals its horrors inch by devastating inch, leading the reader from the foothills of the Himalayas to the Scottish Islands and back again' Molly O'Neill, author of Greenteeth'Rich in historical detail, poignant romance, sweeping adventure, and visceral terror, The Black Hunger is both utterly original and thrillingly addictive' Jennifer Thorne, author of Diavola 'A terrifying gothic journey to the place where the very cruellest, hungriest creatures hide in the snow, and wear our faces. This is a magisterial debut' Michael Rowe, author of Wild Fell
The Black Jewels Trilogy: Three sworn enemies have begun a ruthless game of politics and intrigue, magic and betrayal
by Anne BishopThe omnibus edition of New York Times bestselling author Anne Bishop's captivating Black Jewels trilogy. For centuries, they have waited. Now Witch is coming - and her arrival will change everything.For years the realm of Terreille has been falling into corruption, as the powerful Queens who rule it turned to cruelty. But there is hope. A prophetic vision has revealed the coming of a Queen more powerful than any before. And once the foundations of her power - father, brother, lover - are in place, she will emerge from the darkness, bringing freedom. For she is the living myth, dreams made flesh. Not just any witch, but Witch.'Darkly mesmerising' - Locus
The Black Knave (The Scottish Trilogy #1)
by Patricia PotterA nobleman living a dangerous double life weds a rebellious Jacobite beauty—the first in a Scottish romance trilogy by a USA Today–bestselling author. Some call him the devil. Few have ever seen him. He is the Black Knave. Named for the playing card he leaves behind, he risks his life to smuggle Jacobite insurgents out of Scotland right under the noses of the British. And Bethia MacDonell is determined to find him. She needs the legendary freedom fighter to rescue her imprisoned brother. Instead, she is forced into an arranged marriage of political expediency. Her bridegroom is Rory Forbes, an aristocrat loyal to the crown. A coward at the Battle of Culloden. A traitor to his own people.To the world he is a fop and wastrel who lives solely for his own pleasure. But the new Marquis of Braemoor harbors a dangerous secret he must keep hidden at all costs. Bethia is the wild card, arousing treacherous desire that could doom Rory&’s mission and imperil her life. Sworn to protect her, the most wanted man in Scotland must fight his greatest battle to win the heart of the one woman he desires above all others: his wife.Named &“Storyteller of the Year&” by the Romantic Times, Patricia Potter introduces one of her most irresistible heroes, and offers &“well-drawn, memorable characters [and] compelling action,&” in the first book in her enthralling Scottish trilogy that continues with The Heart Queen and The Diamond King (Library Journal).
The Black Knife
by Jodi MeadowsSkyvale is on the verge of becoming a battleground. Told from the perspective of Tobiah, the crown prince with a dangerous secret, and set two years before the heart-racing action of The Orphan Queen, this 100-page digital novella brings to life one of Jodi Meadows's most beloved characters.Tobiah Pierce has been beaten and broken and has lost two people he cares about. His worst enemy knows his deepest secret. What he thought he knew about his family has fallen apart. And his parents push harder than ever for him to court Lady Meredith. But with the imminent threat of firefly, the newest and deadliest version of a magical drug, Tobiah doesn't have time to sort through his problems. If he doesn't act immediately, firefly will suffocate the city and everyone in it.The Black Knife is the final of four prequel novellas that offer existing fans a deeper insight into a favorite character and the complex city of Skyvale, while new readers will find a stunning introduction to this rich world and the heart-pounding fantasy of the Orphan Queen series.Epic Reads Impulse is a digital imprint with new releases each month.
The Black Knight's Bride
by Myrna MackenzieHER RELUCTANT CHAMPION Susanna Wright had vowed never again to be a damsel in distress. But then she was stranded and Brady Malone came to her rescue. Never mind that he considered himself a no-good loner with a dangerous temper. Susanna knew she and her infant daughter were safe with him. The only thing dangerous about Brady was the powerful male charisma that drew her like a moth to flame. And before she knew it, Susanna was falling for her prickly protector. Only now it would take all of Susanna's courage to convince Brady that he was the only one she would ever need.
The Black Knight: Chronicles of the Immortal Warrior
by Alda YuanKyra returns to her hometown in Albion three hundred years after being turned into an immortal to find it burned to the ground by the Black Knight. So Kyra sets off to find out more about this powerful thief lord who rose to power amidst the breakdown of central authority following the death of the last king. She meets and joins up with a band of adventurers including a noble Arthur, who turns out to be the rightful heir of the dead king. After convincing Arthur he is the true king, Merlin the mage accompanies them to see the Lords of the Land who meet to decide the fate of the country. Meanwhile, the Black Knight uses this opportunity to attack. All of the companions must use their skills to defend the land but the Black Knight may not be who he appears to be.
The Black Lyon
by Jude DeverauxA Classic Love Story of a Fearless Lord and the Woman Who Tamed Him Darkly handsome and rich beyond imagining, the bold English conqueror was called “the Black Lyon” for his lionlike ferocity. He had no match among enemies, or women . . . until he met Lyonene, the green-eyed beauty whose fiery spirit equaled his own. Through a whirlwind romance and stormy marriage, she endured every peril to be by his side, until vicious lies and jealousy drove her into danger. Now only the fierce Black Lyon can save her-for he alone has the courage to destroy the ruthless plot threatening to shatter the bond of love the Lyon and his lady vowed would never be broken . . .
The Black Moth
by Georgette HeyerThe Black Moth was the first novel by Georgette Heyer. It's a romance set around 1750.
The Black Moth
by Georgette HeyerWhen Lord Jack Carstares is falsely accused of cheating at cards, the young nobleman accepts the blame to protect his brother. Alone and friendless in his European exile, Jack is obliged to develop his skills as a swordsman — an accomplishment he puts to use upon his return to England, where he embarks upon a new career as a highwayman. Chivalrous Jack, like Robin Hood, steals only from the rich and shares his loot with the needy. And when he foils the attempted kidnapping of raven-haired beauty Diana Beauleigh, his rescue sets the stage for a thrilling romance and a chance at redemption.Georgette Heyer's debut novel, written as a diversion for her ailing brother, abounds in the qualities that make her books perennial favorites with lovers of historical romance: colorful characters, sparkling dialogue, and lively plotting punctuated by swashbuckling action. Set in the 1750s, The Black Moth is rich in Georgian-era atmosphere, offering a compulsive page-turner.
The Black Moth
by Georgette HeyerThe Black Moth' was Georgette Heyer&’s debut novel. She was only 19 and it surprised the publishing world by selling more than 200,000 copies in 1921. Georgette Heyer essentially invented Regency Romance. This novel is set in 1751 and has Lords, Ladies, and Highway Men. As with all of Heyer&’s novels romance, adventure, and intrigue abound. Lord Jack Carstares rescues Diana Beauleigh, a young beautiful English lady from the Duke of Andover who is trying to abduct her. Lord Carstares while brave and courageous has fallen on hard times and has resorted to becoming a highway man. But Diana is about to change all that.
The Black Moth: A Romance Of The Xviii Century (Historical Romances Series #1)
by Georgette HeyerThe debut novel from the beloved New York Times–bestselling &“Queen of the Regency Romance&” (Lauren Willig). Accused of cheating at cards, Jack Carstares left England seven long years ago, sacrificing his honor for that of the actual culprit: his eldest brother. Disgraced, Jack turned his talents toward becoming a highwayman, an occupation he has no intention of giving up upon his return to his beloved South Country. Determined not to claim his title as the rightful Earl of Wyndham, Jack roams the countryside on horseback. Encountering his old adversary, the notorious Duke of Andover, also known as the Black Moth, Jack thwarts the attempted abduction of the lovely, dark-haired Diana Beauleigh. More determined than ever to have her, the duke continues to pursue Diana, but she is not about to surrender her virtue to him, having lost her heart to the mysterious outlaw who rescued her. If he can defeat the Black Moth for good, Jack may finally reclaim his honor—and bridge the gap between his tarnished past and his hope for Diana&’s hand . . . Written when Georgette Heyer was only seventeen, in an attempt to entertain her younger brother, this Georgian-era romance continues to captivate readers to this day.
The Black Rose Chronicles: Forever and the Night, For All Eternity, Time Without End, and Tonight and Always (The Black Rose Chronicles)
by Linda Lael MillerThe complete series by the #1 New York Times–bestselling author—set in a world of vampires, mortals, and powerful hungers . . . Populated by mortals and fiends who are all too human, the four novels of the Black Rose Chronicles present a new kind of romance that spans centuries. This volume includes:Forever and The Night Neely is drawn to mysterious millionaire Aidan Tremayne—but she doesn&’t know his true nature . . . For All Eternity Maeve Tremayne travels through time to stop a vampire queen&’s evil plan, and along the way falls in love with a kind army doctor engaged in a battle of his own. Time Without End The vampire Valerian loses his beloved to death again and again—and finally decides that he must make her immortal.Tonight and Always Beautiful Kristina, daughter of Maeve, possesses the power of telekinesis—but it&’s not enough to protect her heart when she falls for a mortal man . . . Praise for Linda Lael Miller and The Black Rose Chronicles: &“Lush, sensual, and exciting.&” —Jayne Ann Krentz, New York Times-bestselling author of All the Colors of Night &“Highly recommended.&” —Booklist &“A haunting love story.&” —Affaire de Coeur &“Miller creates characters I defy you to forget.&” —Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of It&’s Better This Way
The Black Sheep
by Carolyn AndrewsREBELS & ROGUES A WOLF IN SHEEP'S CLOTHING Nick Heagerty--Loner. Rebel with a cause. Accused of a crime he didn't commit, he left town. But now he's back. Andie Field--Private investigator. Cool, collected...and absolutely gorgeous. She'll be watching every move Nick makes. Andie Field isn't happy about her latest job. She's been hired to keep an eye on sexy-as-sin bad boy Nick Heagerty. And that means being close to him--day and night. But on her arrival, she's instantly caught up in scandals of the past. Even worse, she finds herself falling for the charismatic rebel she's come to investigate.
The Black Sheep And the Princess
by Donna KauffmanThey're the black sheep--the bad boys every good girl wants to have hold her, touch her, take her, love her. . ."I have some spare beer, if you're interested. . ." I'd know that voice anywhere, and every time I hear it, it makes me sweat. If you saw Donovan MacLeod, trust me, you'd need a change of clothes, too. It's been eighteen years, but he's got the same cocky swagger, silver-gray eyes, and sexy smile that promises a whole lot of trouble. Not that I'll ever find out because he loathes me--thinks I'm some spoiled princess. So, there's something I've just got to ask. . ."Why are you here, Donovan?"Well, Kate Sutherland, how about, I've fantasized about you for eighteen years? Or, I wanted to remember how it feels to need a cold shower every time you flick that perfect blond hair out of your blue eyes? Yeah, good answers, but truth is I came back to help, because I think you're in for some trouble. My bad-boy gut says you're gonna need me--in more ways than one. . .
The Black Sheep Heir
by Crystal GreenTHE CHIVALROUS STRANGERWhen Lacey Vedae discovered a big, brooding stranger hiding out in her isolated cabin, the enchanted Kane's Crossing town outcast soon found the soul mate she'd been searching for her whole life. But harboring a dark, shameful secret, dare Lacey believe in happily-ever-after?With her haunted eyes and air of fragility, Lacey possessed the intoxicating allure of a princess locked in a tower. But Connor Langley was here to dig up information on the nefarious Spencer clan-not play Prince Charming. Still, powerless to resist sweeping Lacey into his arms for one magical kiss, he knew there was no turning back. Now staking a claim on his rightful inheritance could shatter his beloved's heart into a million pieces....
The Black Sheep Sheik
by Dana MartonWaking up from a coma in a remote Wyoming cabin, Sheik Amir Khalid thought he was dreaming when he laid eyes on the woman he'd spent one steamy weekend with. Dr. Isabelle Andrews was every bit as gorgeous as he remembered-and nine months pregnant. But when shots rang out and it was clear their hideaway had been discovered, Amir's questions had to wait. Desperate to keep Isabelle and his unborn baby safe, Amir vowed to personally guard them 24/7. And as the independent beauty fought him at every turn, he knew it wasn't just royal protocol that made him want to keep her by his side. He'd give up everything that was expected of him if it meant protecting the family he'd only just met. Including his life.
The Black Sheep and The English Rose
by Donna KauffmanFinn Dalton is the black sheep of his privileged family--because he's always trying to do the right thing. But do good guys let bad girls go free? Ask British heiress Felicity Trent. Finn should have called the cops when he caught Felicity with a fortune in stolen jewels. But after the hot night they'd shared, betraying her meant he'd never have her again. Two years later, he discovers Felicity scantily clad and handcuffed to a bed in a posh Manhattan hotel room. Finn has three choices. Turn Felicity in. Turn her loose. Or turn her on. . . Finn Dalton is bad boy personified. Felicity Trent should know; she's a bad girl herself. But for Felicity, life as a jewel thief is almost as seductive as Finn is--and that's dangerous. Because for a girl like her one night is all she needs to get what she wants, anything more means trouble. Now, with both of them after the same thing--the rarest of treasures--who gets there first might be the last thing they want. . .
The Black Sheep and the Hidden Beauty (Black Sheep Ser.)
by Donna KauffmanThey're back--the boys you go out looking for precisely because your mother warned you not to--the bad boys every good girl needs at least once, if not twice. . . Raphael "Rafe" Santiago may have left the streets years ago, but the street has never left him. A rough childhood in the Bronx taught him never to let his guard down, to keep everything in order, and always to trust that little voice in his gut that tells him when someone's got something to hide. horse trainer Elena Caulfield, is definitely hiding something, and Rafe intends to find out what it is and take care of it--his way. But his way wasn't supposed to include feeling an intense attraction to the tomboyish Elena. With her mud-caked boots, quiet strength, and gentle manner, she's nothing like the flashy, seductive, overtly feminine women Rafe usually beds. The closer he gets to her, the harder it is to control that fiery passion he's worked hard to keep cooled, the kind that can catch a man off guard and leave him open to danger--because whatever secret Elena's protecting, it's big. . .and worth killing for. Because when you're from the Bronx, you take care of what you love--or die trying. . .
The Black Sheep's Baby
by Kathleen CreightonThirteen years ago Eric Lanagan fled his tiny Iowa hometown with wanderlust in his heart and a vow never to return. And yet, all these years later, who should pull into the old family homestead but Eric-now a world-renowned photojournalist-with a little pink bundle strapped to his chest. Not to mention a beautiful redheaded attorney on his tail. . . ;. And said redhead, Devon O'Rourke, was more than just an attorney. She was the child's aunt, and she had serious doubts about Eric's claim that he was the baby's father-and even more doubts about her own growing attraction to him. For his very presence was making her think thoughts she had no business thinking. . . ;and want things she could never have. . . ;.
The Black Sheep's Bride
by Christine FlynnThe Whitaker Brides A MARRYING WOMAN A wife and mother—that's all Annie Kendall had ever wanted to be. Life hadn't turned out quite the way she'd planned…but then Jett Whitaker charged into her life. True, he awakened in her passions she'd thought were gone—but he certainly wasn't marriage material! Fate—and family—had pulled Jett back to Texas. The world-weary traveler believed he was ready for anything, but what surprised him was Annie…and his sudden longings for things he'd sworn he'd never want—or need…like hearth and home. Can three sisters tame the hearts of three wild Texas brothers? Find out in THE WHITAKER BRIDES.
The Black Sheep's Bride
by Paula MarshallA black sheep meets his match when he inherits his brother’s bride in this Tudor-era romance set during a rebellion against Queen Elizabeth I.Martin Chancellor, the blackest sheep of a disreputable family, is now the sole heir to the estates—and to his brother’s promised bride! Martin’s reluctance to marry fades when he sees Lady Kate Wyville, but he has no idea that she possesses a free and wily spirit to match his own. Love, trust, and family loyalty all come into question as the Essex rebellion gathers pace against the Queen. . . .
The Black Sheep's Daughter
by Carola DunnTeresa Danville, raised in Costa Rica by her "black sheep" father, presents a challenge to the diplomatic skills of Sir Andrew Graylin. Niece of an English duke, Teresa was not raised to London society, but to wielding pistols and overseeing a coffee plantation household. Bringing this exotic beauty (along with her brother and her parrot) to civilization gets the previously affianced Sir Andrew in deep trouble.
The Black Sheep's Inheritance
by Maureen ChildFollow the money...into bed! Estranged from his adoptive father, Sage Lassiter earned his own billions. But when J.D. Lassiter leaves a fortune to his private nurse in his will and cheats his own daughter of her rightful inheritance...Sage is enraged, to say the least. He's sure nurse Colleen Falkner isn't the innocent she appears. And he's willing to go to any lengths to expose her...even seduction. But using sex-crazed, incredible sex-to find out what she knows could backfire. Because Colleen is not what Sage expected. And like it or not, she's about to demolish all the barriers he's carefully constructed around his heart.
The Black Sheep's Redemption
by Lynette EasonEveryone in Fitzgerald Bay-except his law-enforcement family-is convinced Charles Fitzgerald murdered his children's nanny. Condemned by public opinion, his only hope for a replacement nanny to take care of his two-year-old twins is newcomer Demi Taylor. But Demi has problems of her own...starting with amnesia. She doesn't remember who she is, doesn't know where she's from-and has no idea why she always feels like someone is watching her. Is she in danger because of Charles? Or has someone sinister from her old life found her yet again?