It was just another murder. Some psycho collecting bones, the source of all magic, to sell on the black market.But as the number of murders continue to rise, each more grotesque than the last, Galford must face the reality that the murderer isn’t trying to make money, but cast a spell that requires the power of hundreds of bones. While struggling to find the killer, Galford must also contend with the warring factions within the city, each vying for control and power.With the bodies mounting, Galford must forge peace between rival factions, face the ghosts of his past, and stop the murderer before the city falls into chaos… or the spell is cast.Taker of Bones is a heart stopping dark fantasy that promises to keep you on the edge of your seat till the very end. If you like fierce battles, grisly magic, and brutal monsters, then you’ll love Tanner Childs debut novel The Wik; Taker of Bones!

“Filled with non-stop action, this novel is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat from cover to cover….Rice is setting up for an amazing series…with her strong female protagonist making waves in her world and building the confidence of young women in ours.”–The Wanderer, A Literary Journal (re Rise of the Dragons)?????Dark fantasy meets mystery as a brutal murder in an insane asylum in Victorian London turns out to be more than what it seems. A brilliant detective must partner with the mysterious 17-year-old orphan girl Kaia to unearth the inexplicable, and to discover who she really is—and whether she has secret powers after all.From #1 bestselling and USA Today bestselling author Morgan Rice, critically-acclaimed author of the epic fantasy series The Sorcerer’s Ring, which has over 3,000 five-star reviews.Kaia, 17, an orphan coming of age in the Victorian London of the 1850s, yearns to escape her horrific orphanage, to discover who her parents were, and to understand why she can sense shadows when others cannot. Yet the streets of London are as brutal as the orphanage, and for Kaia, there is no easy way out.When Kaia, arrested, faces an even worse punishment, Detective Pinsley, 45, notices a strange marking on her arm and thinks she might be the key in solving a peculiar, mysterious case. Bodies are turning up dead in London, and Pinsley wonders whether it’s the work of a deranged serial killer, or of something… else. The methods of murder seem impossible, as does the murderer’s ability to escape death.Kaia is given a choice: help solve the case, or be shipped off to Bedlam, the notorious insane asylum.Unlikely partners, each mistrusting the other, Kaia and Pinsley embark to scour the dark corners and cobblestone streets of 19th century London in search of clues.Yet what they find may shock and horrify even them.Dark fantasy meets mystery in SHADOWSEER, a page-turning, atmospheric thriller packed with twists and cliffhangers that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Fans of books such as Spellbreaker, The Dresden Files, Mortal Instruments and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde will find much to love in SHADOWSEER, satisfying fantasy fans who appreciate mystery and suspense—a clean hybrid that will appeal to both adult and young adult readers. Get ready to be transported to another world—and to fall in love with characters you will never forget.“This novel succeeds—right from the start…. A superior fantasy…It begins, as it should, with one protagonist’s struggles and moves neatly into a wider circle….”–Midwest Book Review (re Rise of the Dragons)?????“Morgan Rice proves herself again to be an extremely talented storyteller….This would appeal to a wide range of audiences, including younger fans. It ended with an unexpected cliffhanger that leaves you shocked.”–The Romance Reviews (re the paranormal series Loved)?????SHADOWSEER: PARIS (Book #2), SHADOWSEER: MUNICH (Book #3), SHADOWSEER: ROME (Book #4) and SHADOWSEER: ATHENS (Book #5) are also available.

Perfect for fans of Holly Black, James Fahy, Melissa Albert, Naomi Novik and Sarah J. Maas.‘Unmissable.’ Radio Times????? ‘We Other is a deliciously dark and gripping tale blending the contemporary and Fae world.’ Julie E.Changelings. Faeries. A binding curse.Jess has always felt different — an imposter who doesn’t belong. Alone and misunderstood, she passes anonymously through the world, feeling the taint of otherness.Until she discovers she can bring her best friend back from the dead.Jess is Faerie. Her true place is in the Shadow Court. But the Shadow Court is a dark and twisted place. It’s ruled by a powerful and malevolent Dark Lady, Catelysma, who demands unflinching obedience.Weaker creatures — including human children — are tortured for cruel entertainment.Jess is shown the fae world she was meant to grow up in — a land of scrags, boggarts and hobs, ruled by the fae born.But Jess learns her fate doesn’t just rest with the faeries. A binding curse and a deviously sought promise will test her powers and force her to choose the world in which she truly belongs.READERS LOVE WE OTHER:????? ‘Amazing . . .I was totally transported into another world filled with rich colour and vibrance.’ Amy????? ‘We Other is an utterly gorgeous novel that kept me spellbound for days.’ Peta72????? ‘What a powerful read. Dark, dark fairies.’ Amanda M.