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Idolfire
by Grace CurtisAn epic sapphic fantasy roadtrip inspired by the fall of Rome, from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Frontier and Floating HotelOn one side of the world, Aleya Ana-Ulai is desperate for a chance. Her family have written her off as a mistake, but she's determined to prove every last one of them wrong.On the other, Kirby of Wall's End is searching for redemption. An ancient curse tore her life apart, but to fix it, she'll have to leave everything behind.Fate sets them both on the path to Nivela, a city once poised to conquer the world with the power of a thousand stolen gods. Now the gates are closed and the old magic slumbers. Dead — or waiting for a spark to light it anew…A character-driven science-fantasy road trip book with sword fights and a slowburn romance, Idolfire delves into the vastness of history and the terrifying power of organized faith.
Idolfire
by Grace Curtis'Charming and insightful, tender yet honest' C.L. CLARKOne curse. Two destinies. A thousand stolen gods.Two women embark on an epic journey in this sapphic fantasy with a slow-burn romance inspired by the fall of Rome, from the author of the Frontier and Floating Hotel.ON ONE SIDE OF THE WORLD, Aleya Ana-Ulai is desperate for a chance. Her family have written her off as a mistake, but she's determined to prove every last one of them wrong.ON THE OTHER, Kirby of Wall's End is searching for redemption. An ancient curse tore her life apart, but to fix it, she'll have to leave everything behind.Fate sets them both on the path to Nivela, a city once poised to conquer the world with the power of a thousand stolen gods. Now the gates are closed and the old magic slumbers. Dead - or waiting for a spark to light it anew . . .READERS LOVE IDOLFIRE'Grace Curtis, you've made a believer out of me' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The warmth, the joy, the *art* of IDOLFIRE made it a delicious reading experience that I took pains to savour over many week' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book has officially solidified Grace Curtis as an auto-buy author for me. I can't wait to see what she does next!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'My perfect book everything about it feels so perfect for what I want! I love a quest, I love an interesting magic, I love a bit of intrigue, I love love!!!! What a book! One of the greatest quest books of all time??? An absolute banger a million stars a million hearts' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Truly a delight! i warmly recommend it far and wide, even to those who might not think they'd be into it. give it a go!!!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Idolfire (Idolfire)
by Grace Curtis'Times like these you wish you had something to pray to'Idolfire is an epic sapphic fantasy inspired by the fall of Rome from the author of the Frontier and Floating Hotel.ON ONE SIDE OF THE WORLD, Aleya Ana-Ulai is desperate for a chance. Her family have written her off as a mistake, but she's determined to prove every last one of them wrong.ON THE OTHER, Kirby of Wall's End is searching for redemption. An ancient curse tore her life apart, but to fix it, she'll have to leave everything behind.Fate sets them both on the path to Nivela, a city once poised to conquer the world with the power of a thousand stolen gods. Now the gates are closed and the old magic slumbers. Dead - or waiting for a spark to light it anew . . .
Idolon: A Novel
by Mark BudzIn a world where image is everything, where the past is more real than the present, the rich can reprogram everything-and cast themselves in the starring roles. Everyone else is nothing but an extra. . . . As part of the supporting cast, Pelayo survives as a test subject for the latest electronic skin and philm technology, which brings past trends and famous people to vivid life on his body. His cousin Marta works at a cinematique offering cheap skincense, image grafts, and nanimatronics. That's where she meets Nadice, an indentured worker smuggling illegal ware to escape an exclusive resort specializing in kitschy environs. But Nadice is hiding something far more contraband: a forbidden pregnancy she can't explain but is determined to protect. When Marta tries to help, both women disappear. While Pelayo searches for his cousin, homicide detective Kasuo van Dijk investigates a mysterious death that may involve a new kind of e-skin-mass-mediated ware that will lead him to Marta, Nadice, her employer-and a diabolical plan to deliver humanity kicking and screaming into a frightening new age of information. . . . From the Paperback edition.
Idoru
by William Gibson2lst century Tokyo, after the millennial quake. Neon rain. Light everywhere blowing under any door you might try to close. Where the New Buildings, the largest in the world, erect themselves unaided, their slow rippling movements like the contractions of a sea-creature. Colin Laney is here looking for work. He is not, he is careful to point out, a voyeur. He is an intuitive fisher of patterns of information, the "signature" a particular individual creates simply by going about the business of living. But Laney knows how to sift for the interesting (read: dangerous) bits. Which makes him very useful--to certain people. Chia McKenzie is here on a rescue mission. She's fourteen. Her idol is the singer Rez, of the band Lo/Rez. When the Seattle chapter of the Lo/Rez fan club decided that he might be in trouble, in Tokyo, they sent Chia to check it out. Rei Toei is the beautiful, entirely virtual media star adored by all Japan. The idoru. And Rez has declared that he will marry her. This is the rumor that brought Chia to Tokyo. But the things that bother Rez are not the things that bother most people. Is something different here, in the very nature of reality? Or is it that something violently New is about to happen? It's possible the idoru is as real as she wants or needs to be--or as real as Rez desires. When Colin Laney looks into her dark eyes, trying hard to think of her as no more than a hologram, he sees things he's never seen before. He sees how she might break a man's heart. And, whatever else may be true, the idoru and the powerful interests surrounding her are enough to put all their lives in danger.
Iduna's Universe: The Dumarest Saga Book 21 (DUMAREST SAGA)
by E.C. TubbIt was touch and go for Earl Dumarest when the slavers of the Matriarchy of Onorldi struck his work camp. Had he not captured the Matriarch herself during the fight, it might have spelled his doom when the slavers triumphed. Because, even though the odds had turned heavily against him, he was able to strike a bargain. The Matriarch's child daughter Iduna had disappeared into the mind-trap of the Tau. If he could follow, find her, and return with her, he would have his freedom and a chance to locate the lost Earth he sought.But Dumarest had to outwit her monster playthings, outfight her hideous horrors, and outdream her satanic fantasies . . .(First published 1979)
Iduna's Universe: The Dumarest Saga Book 21 (Dumarest Saga Ser.)
by E. C. TubbIt was touch and go for Earl Dumarest when the slavers of the Matriarchy of Onorldi struck his work camp. Had he not captured the Matriarch herself during the fight, it might have spelled his doom when the slavers triumphed. Because, even though the odds had turned heavily against him, he was able to strike a bargain. The Matriarch's child daughter Iduna had disappeared into the mind-trap of the Tau. If he could follow, find her, and return with her, he would have his freedom and a chance to locate the lost Earth he sought. But Dumarest had to outwit her monster playthings, outfight her hideous horrors, and outdream her satanic fantasies . . . (First published 1979)
Ieri Notte Mi Hanno Uccisa
by Giulia Mastandrea A. J. GallantLa vacanza di Anita a New York finisce tragicamente quando diventa il bersaglio di un assassino a Central Park. Ma invece della fine questo si rivela essere solo un inizio. La sua anima rimane sulla scena del crimine, cercando di capire cosa sia successo. Ma essere un fantasma non è piacevole per Anita: cosa dovrebbe fare adesso? Poi si rende conto di avere un legame con Olivia Brown, la detective incaricata di risolvere il suo caso. Dovrebbe aiutarla o c'è qualcos'altro in gioco? Alla fine la detective Brown scoprirà cos'è successo quella terribile notte al parco? Crimine, mistero e paranormale si intrecciano in "Ieri notte mi hanno uccisa", il primo racconto dei A.J. Gallan'ts sulla serie di avventure miseriose di Olivia Brown.
If All the Sand Were Pearl (A\calling Of Souls Ser.)
by Pepper EspinozaAs a youngest son, Jag Martin has eagerly walked a life-long path toward the priesthood. Then his once-great family falters under a mountain of debt. Their only hope -- marry Jag off to an appropriately wealthy suitor.Brace Rivers desperately wants more than just a short fling. However, his economic and political reality makes finding an appropriate male partner next to impossible. When the Martin family offers Jag's hand, it's a dream come true. But he fears the young man is being forced into an unwanted marriage.Following tradition, Brace offers Jag a pearl ring valuable enough to save his family's fortune. Jag has twenty-four hours to accept the gift and turn his back on Brace, or return the gift and accept Brace's hand. Brace only hopes he will convince Jag that a life together is worth more than all the pearls in the sea.
If Angels Burn (Novel of the Darkyn #1)
by Lynn ViehlAlexandra Keller is Chicago's most brilliant reconstructive surgeon. Michael Cyprien is New Orleans' most reclusive millionaire--and in desperate need of Dr. Keller's skills.
If Cats Disappeared from the World: A Novel
by Genki KawamuraThe international phenomenon that has sold over a million copies in Japan, If Cats Disappeared from the World is a funny, heartwarming, and profound meditation on the meaning of life.The postman’s days are numbered. Estranged from his family, living alone with only his cat Cabbage to keep him company, he was unprepared for the doctor’s diagnosis that he has only months to live. But before he can tackle his bucket list, the Devil appears to make him an offer: In exchange for making one thing in the world disappear, our narrator will get one extra day of life. And so begins a very bizarre week…With each object that disappears the postman reflects on the life he’s lived, his joys and regrets, and the people he’s loved and lost. Genki Kawamura’s timeless tale is a moving story of loss and reconciliation, of one man’s journey to discover what really matters most in life.
If Dresses Could Talk
by Lucíola PiresJane and Terry may be in the same history class, but they come from different worlds. When they have to pair up to work on a school project, their trip to the museum doesn’t quite go as planned… Join them in a historical fashion adventure as they discover the deadliest dresses to date and meet some spooky friends along the way!
If Ever They Happened Upon My Lair (Forgotten Realms: The Sellswords #4)
by R. A. SalvatoreBook in the Sellsword series.
If Flowers Could Talk
by Daniela M. StandleyIf Flowers Could Talk follows the journey of Petal, a remarkable flower, as she navigates the challenges of surviving through the four seasons. Resilient and determined, Petal never gives up, facing the harsh winter cold and the intense summer heat with unwavering perseverance. Through her experiences, readers learn about the beauty of resilience and the power of enduring hardships.As Petal travels through the seasons, she forms unique bonds with other flowers, each possessing distinct personalities and skills. Together, they face obstacles and support one another, showcasing the strength of friendship and community. This enchanting story highlights the importance of working together and the enduring spirit of nature.
If He's Dangerous (Wherlockes #4)
by Hannah HowellThis paranormal Regency romance by the New York Times bestselling author &“will have readers beaming from the first page to the last&” (Publishers Weekly, starred review).England, 1790. When Lorelei Sundun first finds Sir Argus Wherlocke in her garden, she's never heard of the mysterious Wherlocke clan, or their otherworldly abilities. That changes the moment she watches Argus—the most tantalizing man she's ever seen—disappear before her very eyes. What she's witnessed should be impossible. But so should falling in love with a man she's only just met. Pursued by a madman intent on harnessing the Wherlockes' talents as weapons, Argus meant to seek help from his family, not to involve a duke's lovely daughter in the struggle. But now, the enchanting Lorelei is his only hope for salvation—and the greatest temptation he's ever faced.
If He's Daring (Wherlockes #6)
by Hannah HowellA young widow turns to a man of otherworldly abilities to save her son in this paranormal Regency romance by the New York Times bestselling author. In a dazzling new novel in the Wherlocke family saga, New York Times bestselling author Hannah Howell creates an unforgettable story of intrigue, jeopardy, and desire. . . Stealing a stranger's carriage is the second most reckless thing Lady Catrin Gryffin de Warrene has ever done. The first is succumbing to her powerful attraction to the carriage's owner. Catrin has heard the rumors about Sir Orion Wherlocke's family and their otherworldly gifts. He's the one person who can keep her son and his inheritance safe from her late husband's ruthless brother. But it may be too late to protect herself. Orion is facing the worst kind of danger a man of his ilk: a woman he can't walk away from. Catrin is an intoxicating blend of innocence and sensuality, and for the first time, seduction is far more than a game. But her beauty and fortune have made her a target. And now he must risk everything he's known in pursuit of everything he's ever longed for.
If He's Noble (Wherlockes #7)
by Hannah HowellWith her life and estate threatened, a lady turns to a man of extraordinary gifts in the New York Times bestselling author&’s paranormal Regency romance.Western England, 1791. For Lady Primrose Wootten, nothing has been ordinary since her father the Baron died, leaving his wayward family to fill the estate with greed and treachery. Primrose knows if she can just track down her brother, he can send the odious relations on their way. But her search leads instead to a powerful stranger, and she forgets entirely what she was doing in the first place... Sir Bened Vaughn isn't much afraid of a pistol. But he is afraid of the primal urges stirred in him by the woman holding it. Vaughn is an honorable man, and he knows he has no right to desire Primrose. Yet he does have an obligation to help her, and as they learn more about her brother's disappearance, he realizes that means staying by her side—wanting her all the while—and wondering how much longer they can resist temptation.
If He's Sinful (Wherlockes #2)
by Hannah HowellSecrecy and intrigue ignite dangerous passions in this paranormal Regency romance by the New York Times bestselling author of If He&’s Wicked. It is whispered throughout London that the members of the Wherlocke family are possessed of certain unexplainable gifts. But Lord Ashton Radmoor is skeptical—until he finds an innocent beauty lying drugged and helpless in the bedroom of a brothel. The mystery woman is Penelope Wherlocke, and her special gift of sight is leading her deep into a dangerous world of treachery and betrayal. Ashton knows he should forget her, yet he's drawn deeper into the vortex of her life, determined to keep her safe. But Penelope is no ordinary woman, and she's never met a man strong enough to contend with her unusual abilities. Until now.
If He's Tempted (Wherlockes #5)
by Hannah HowellA rake must reform to save his sister—and earn the love of an extraordinary lady—in the New York Times bestselling author&’s paranormal Regency romance.New York Times bestselling author Hannah Howell returns to her beloved Wherlocke family and the story of a love destined to heal old wounds. . . Lady Olympia Wherlocke has the gift of foresight. When Lady Agatha Mallam asks Olympia to locate her brother so he can rescue her from an arranged marriage, she knows exactly where to find Lord Brant Mallam, Earl of Fieldgate. What happens next is something she never envisioned. . . Since his betrothed died, Lord Brant Mallam has drowned his sorrow with wine and women. His dissolute ways have only emboldened his calculating mother. But with the help of the enchanting Olympia, he concocts a daring plan to end his mother's devious designs for his sister. While each step in their bold scheme works to perfection, the sins of the past could unravel a growing desire that neither Olympia or Brant can control.
If He's Wicked (Wherlockes Ser. #1)
by Hannah HowellA psychic beauty foresees peril for a troubled earl—and discovers unexpected passion—in the New York Times bestselling author&’s paranormal Regency romance. For Chloe Wherlocke, it all begins with a vision--a glimpse into the future that foretells a terrible plot against Lord Julian Kenwood and his newborn son. Chloe's psychic gift allows her to save the child from certain death, but the earl remains in grave peril. . . Julian Kenwood knows someone is trying to kill him and he suspects his scheming wife and her lover are behind the plot. But Julian is shocked when Chloe, a captivating, dark-haired stranger, warns him that sinister forces are indeed at hand--and exposes a devastating secret that changes his life forever. . . As Chloe reveals her plan to save Julian, neither can deny the attraction that grows each moment they're together. But Chloe knows that nothing could come of her desire for the high-born earl—until he reveals a love she never predicted.
If He's Wild (Wherlockes #3)
by Hannah HowellPsychic powers, espionage, and unquenchable passion combine in this paranormal Regency romance by the New York Times bestselling author. Lady Alethea Vaughn Channing is haunted by a vision of a man in danger—the same man who she has seen in her dreams time and time again. She doesn't even know his name, and yet she feels an intense connection between them. And she knows with an inexplicable certainty that she is the only one standing between him and disaster. Rakish Lord Hartley Greville is capable of protecting himself, as he has proven more than once in his perilous work as a spy for the crown. If he's to carry out his duty, he'll need to put aside the achingly beautiful woman with the strange gift. And yet, when Alethea's visions reveal a plot that will pit innocent children in danger, Hartley will not be able to ignore the destiny that binds them together—or resist the passion burning between them.
If I Built a House (If I Built Series)
by Chris Van DusenThe much-anticipated follow-up to the E. B. White Award-winning picture book If I Built a Car In If I Built a Car, imaginative Jack dreamed up a whimsical fantasy ride that could do just about anything. Now he's back and ready to build the house of his dreams, complete with a racetrack, flying room, and gigantic slide. Jack's limitless creativity and infectious enthusiasm will inspire budding young inventors to imagine their own fantastical designs. Chris Van Dusen's vibrant illustrations marry retro appeal with futuristic style as he, once again, gives readers a delightfully rhyming text that absolutely begs to be read aloud.
If I Die (Soul Screamers #5)
by Rachel VincentThe entire school's talking about the gorgeous new math teacher, Mr. Beck. Everyone except Kaylee Cavanaugh. After all, Kaylee's no ordinary high-school junior. She's a banshee-she screams when someone dies.But the next scream might be for Kaylee.Yeah-it's a shock to her, too. So to distract herself, Kaylee's going to save every girl in school. Because that hot new teacher is really an incubus who feeds on the desire of unsuspecting students. The only girls immune to his lure are Kaylee and Sabine, her boyfriend's needy ex-girlfriend. Now the unlikely allies have to get rid of Mr. Beck...before he discovers they aren't quite human, either.But Kaylee's borrowed lifeline is nearing its end. And those who care about her will do anything to save her life.Anything.
If I Had a Gryphon
by Vikki VanSickleSam just got a hamster for a pet. But the hamster is kind of boring ... he just eats and sleeps and gets his shavings wet. Inspired by her book of mythological creatures, Sam longs for a more exciting pet. But she soon realizes that taking care of these magical beasts might not be as wonderful as she thought. Sasquatches are messy, unicorns are shy, hippogriffs scare the dogs at the dogpark, and having a fire extinguisher handy at all times makes dragons seem like an awful lot of work. In the end, Sam realizes that her hamster is a pretty sweet and safe pet ... or is he? If I Had a Gryphon is a raucous rhyming read-aloud about fantastical beasts in everyday situations--and the increasingly beleaguered heroine who has to deal with them.
If I Have to Be Haunted
by Miranda SunCemetery Boys meets Legendborn in this thrillingly romantic, irresistibly fun YA contemporary fantasy debut following a teenage Chinese American ghost speaker who (reluctantly) makes a deal to raise her nemesis from the dead.Cara Tang doesn’t want to be haunted.Look, the dead have issues, and Cara has enough of her own. Her overbearing mother insists she be the “perfect” Chinese American daughter—which means suppressing her ghost-speaking powers—and she keeps getting into fights with Zacharias Coleson, the local golden boy whose smirk makes her want to set things on fire.Then she stumbles across Zach’s dead body in the woods. He’s even more infuriating as a ghost, but Cara’s the only one who can see him—and save him.Agreeing to resurrect him puts her at odds with her mother, draws her into a dangerous liminal world of monsters and magic—and worse, leaves her stuck with Zach. Yet as she and Zach grow closer, forced to depend on each other to survive, Cara finds the most terrifying thing is that she might not hate him so much after all.Maybe this is why her mother warned her about ghosts.Delightful and compulsively readable, this contemporary fantasy has something for every reader: a snarky voice, a magnetic enemies-to-lovers romance, and a spirited adventure through a magical, unpredictable world hidden within our own.