Seattle native Matti Puletasi has the strength of a bear, the stamina of an ox, and a magical hammer inherited from her dwarven mother.

She’s happy renovating homes and occasionally thumping bad guys until she learns of a mysterious artifact hidden under the house she’s working on. Everybody from humans to orcs to werewolves wants it, and they’re willing to kill to get it. Things go from bad to worse when someone frames her for murder.

The only person interested in helping her is a haughty elf assassin from another realm. He’s handsome, powerful, and deadly, but he’s got an agenda of his own. She dare not trust him—or be attracted to him.

But if she can’t clear her name, the assassin will be the least of her worries.

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Set in the same world as Death Before Dragons, the Legacy of Magic series is perfect for urban fantasy fans who enjoy adventure, snarky humor, and slow-burn romance with badass elves who should not be trusted. Pick up Book 1, Hammered, today!

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For centuries, tales have told of merfolk haunting the seas, strange creatures teasing or helping sailors at their whim, occasionally having them for dinner.

And not in a cordial sense.

Alexis Silver was ahead of her time, a woman too smart to fit into society at the turn of the century. She gave up her dreams of higher education for love, marrying young, but her husband and the life she wanted perished soon after in World War I.

Heartbroken and restless, Alexis booked passage on a cruise along the West Coast in search of adventure, but adventure found her.

The ship capsized, killing everyone on board—except for her. As she drifted far beneath the waves, inexplicably alive, the reason for her survival flashed by in a streak of silver: a merman.

He had passed along the curse—or gift, as Alexis sees it.

A century later, Alexis breaks up the monotony of immortality in the Pacific Northwest by working as a private investigator. When a nice older couple hires her to find their missing son and his family, her instincts tell her this isn’t a usual missing person case.

It doesn't take long for Alexis to realize something wicked has arrived in the Puget Sound, and if she doesn't act fast, a little girl is going to die...

Silver Light is the first book in the Alexis Silver series of underwater-themed mysteries and adventures, and is part of the broader Vampire for Hire world.

WHAT READERS ARE SAYING:

????? “Silver Light is an engrossing story of Alexis Silver who was turned into a mermaid after a ship she was sailing on sank into the deep ocean. She has become a PI and along with the dark entity that has taken up residence in her, they become one kick-ass team of solving cases for those who need their service. If you are a fan of either of these authors or are just looking for an extraordinary new book to read, then pick up Silver Light and lose yourself in this amazing world!” —Amazon review

????? “Loved it! Rain and Cox are such great authors, their characters are so well thought out and amazing; Alexis Silver has to be one of my favorites now. Great job and highly recommend it.” —Amazon review

????? “Dang it, I wanted this book to continue on. You are in for a delightful read if you haven’t read this one by Matthew S. Cox and J.R. Rain! Alexis is another of their wonderful characters that you will fall in love with. Alexis is a mermaid who happens to be a PI with some fantastic powers to help her along the way. I need the next book soon!” —Amazon review

????? “Loved this book! I have been looking and hoping someone would write a story about a mermaid! This book is awesome! Just about to start #2! I love Alexis’s character and her co-habitant Dark Master!” —Amazon review

????? “Silver Light is Great! Having been a fan of the Samantha Moon series I sort of suspected I would enjoy this as well. Boy was I right. I actually laughed out loud several times and the interaction of Alex and her Dark Master. Thoroughly enjoyable read. If you are a fan of Sam you will enjoy this as well. And the little tie-in to the Moon series is a nice little treat.” —Amazon review

????? “An entertaining read with the twist of the main character being a mermaid private investigator. The buildup of the supernatural powers of a mermaid are well developed and draw the reader into this storyline. It is refreshing to have a new mythological entity enter the ring as a heroine. The authors spin a well thought out tale of mystery and supernatural resolution. Starting the second book right away.” —Amazon review

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All she wanted was a normal life. When an unexpected destiny appears, can this high school girl and her hunky new friends rise to the challenge?

Jess Bailey hates pretending to be a "good girl." With an abusive father keeping a tight leash, she dare not reveal the secret scar on her hand that kills anyone it touches. But when her drop-dead gorgeous stepbrother moves into the house, she sees the perfect escape route into some thrilling shenanigans: befriend him.

Yet the handsome ones travel in packs, and her stepbrother is no different - except that he likes having her around. Enjoying the lingering attention of her overly-attractive new group of friends, Jess can't believe these bad boys have accepted her into their crew. But one drunken night out ignites a dangerous chain of events that will lead to the fateful purpose behind her lethal touch.

Now she has to choose between her dream of having friends, family, and maybe even love - or the power to save the world.

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NOTE: There are some situations in this book that may be triggering for some readers. Please check the front of the book for the 'Potentially Sensitive Content' page for further details.

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Cerise Cole is a joint pseudonym for Auryn Hadley and Kitty Cox.

*Still of the Night is book 1 in the complete End of Days series.

**The Abominations Saga will consist of multiple series set in the same world, all contributing to an overarching storyline. Each series can stand on its own and will be able to be read in any order. End of Days is the first - and currently only - released series in this universe. Other series in this universe are TBA.

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The first book in #1 New York Times bestselling author Kim Harrison's Hollows series!

All the creatures of the night gather in "the Hollows" of Cincinnati, to hide, to prowl, to party . . . and to feed.

Vampires rule the darkness in a predator-eat-predator world rife with dangers beyond imagining—and it's Rachel Morgan's job to keep that world civilized.

A bounty hunter and a witch with serious sex appeal and an attitude, she'll bring 'em back alive, dead . . . or undead.

“Packed with Chinese mythology, kick-ass action, and sexual tension….A smart, entertaining read.”
—Australian Specific

A young woman accepts a position as nanny to the young daughter of a handsome, wealthy, and mysterious Chinese businessman—only to discover her new employer is really a god…and every foul demon in creation is out to destroy him! With a premise like that, fantasy aficionados and die-hard action lovers alike will no doubt be expecting something exceptional—and Australian author Kylie Chan delivers big time! White Tiger is the first book in Chan’s breathtaking trilogy that ingeniously blends magic, martial arts, and urban fantasy with a healthy dollop of paranormal romance thrown in to sweeten the pot. Fans of Hong Kong kung fu movies and the novels of Lilith Saintcrow, Liz Williams, Karen Chance, Devon Monk, and Ilona Andrews will flip over White Tiger, Kylie Chan’s remarkable non-stop martial arts supernatural adventure love story.

In a land haunted by shadows and the chilling whispers of dark spirits, where ancient curses became reality, Arthur found himself on the brink of war. He was a man marked by loss and a mysterious power etched onto his skin. The air crackled with the clash of steel, a brutal symphony against the guttural snarls of dark spirits – a dizzying dance of light and shadow, a prelude to something terrible. Trapped within a web of corrupt priests, malevolent spirits, and age-old prophecies, Arthur had to navigate a world steeped in sin and betrayal. His task: to protect not only himself, but also the soul of the kingdom from a looming demonic war. As the armies of the damned advanced, their putrid breath promising to engulf Northdom, every prayer and desperate sacrifice carried the weight of a nation consumed by fear. Could Arthur's raw, defiant spirit be enough to fight the encroaching darkness?