A lady with no riches. A warrior with no sword. When death takes him from her, he'll return at any cost. But the price may be his soul—or her love. Lady Maerea's wits and hard work are all that keep her people from starving. Now her brother has revived their forefathers' feud, and it's up to her to stop the bloodshed. But when the enemy arrives at the castle gates, he makes promises, not demands. Lord Alcaeus tempts her in ways she never imagined, and giving in would be the ultimate betrayal of her family. Alcaeus is expected to take up the family sword against their age-old rivals, but revenge won't protect his brother's widow and child. He goes to Maerea seeking a truce, only to find that he wants a far more personal alliance with the brave and clever lady. But his intentions would inflame the conflict faster than any declaration of war. Maerea and Alcaeus join together in a dangerous effort to end the feud, an act of duty that could lead to a lifetime of passion. But her brother's retribution is swift and devastating. Alcaeus's only hope is humans' worst fear: a Hesperine, a fanged immortal with powerful magic. Will his new power be enough to save Maerea, and can she ever forgive him for his bargain with the darkness? BLOOD PRICE is the standalone prequel to the Blood Grace series, featuring a strong heroine, a sexy paranormal hero with a heart of gold, and worldbuilding that brings magic to life. Vela Roth's fresh take on vampires and fated mates is everything you love about paranormal romance, told in a whole new way. This steamy, full-length novel will sweep you into an epic fantasy world and satisfy you with an HEA. Read BLOOD PRICE now and discover a world of unforgettable romance!

One week with him and I get what I want: the story of my career. What happens when I say no? He thinks that the reason that I left is that I don't want him. Nothing could be from the truth. He thinks I was insulted. He's wrong. I have a fire in my body that burns just for him. Still, I leave. But I have to write this story to save my job. It won't be published for a while and I'll have time to convince him to go on the record. At least, that's what I think. But then the article comes out and he shows up at my house. He's angry. I'm mad. What happens when that fire between us starts to ignite? What happens when he pulls me close and doesn't let go?

Pearl the Magical Unicorn is the first in Sally Odgers' three-book chapter book series where the magical unicorn Pearl and her friends take on some of life's tough lessons with humor and heart...

His best friend is getting married—so why isn’t he? Aled’s best friend is getting married. He supposes it’s only natural for his thoughts to turn to his own wedding, and the space on his hand where his ring used to be. He tried and failed, so what’s the point in trying again? Anyway, Gabriel isn’t interested. Between his old friend Kevin, his live-in dominant Aled and his new boyfriend Chris, Gabriel has plenty to keep him occupied without getting involved in any of this wedding nonsense. If he’s changing to appreciate love without sex as well as sex without love, that doesn’t mean he’s any more amenable to expensive parties and silly costumes. But Aled can’t get the question out of his head, and Gabriel can’t shake the feeling that there’s something Aled’s trying to ask him. Is this three-year affair about to become something a little more serious?

It is 1941. Eighteen-year-old Ruby leaves behind the family farm, her serious mother and roguish father, and heads for Adelaide. After a brief courtship, she enters into a hasty marriage with a soldier about to go to war – who returns a changed man.In this absorbing novel, Anna Goldsworthy recreates the world of Adelaide half a century ago, and portrays the phases of a woman's life with intimacy and sly humour. We follow Ruby as she contends with her damaged husband and eccentric in-laws. We see her experience motherhood and changing social circumstances, until, in a moving twist, a figure from the past reappears, to kindle a late-life romance.In her captivating fiction debut, Goldsworthy evokes a woman's life in a pre-feminist world. In this tender, funny book, she combines an Austenesque wit with Alice Munro's feeling for human complexity.