The Gods are at war. Jabrael is their weapon.Once, she obeyed Amereld’s iron laws. Now, imprisoned and confessing to her captors, she reveals the truth: she touched the demon Lumos, refused purification, and embraced monstrosity when survival demanded it.This is not a chosen-one tale. It is the story of a woman who will shatter laws, betray loyalties, and sacrifice even her humanity to fight a war the rest of the world cannot see. Praise for The Iron Chest? “Violence, love, lust, magic, and a complex cast… R. A. Neddow is a master of her craft.” —Nikole Severance? “Dark, complex, and utterly original… takes familiar YA themes and transforms them into something layered and psychologically intense, perfect for a mature fantasy audience.” —Mira Maschmeyer? “Sneaks up on you with its beauty, then knocks you down with its heartbreak… a lyrical yet sharp narrative that balances wonder with raw emotion. Fans of The Name of the Wind will feel right at home.” —Alex MacKenzie? “One part coming-of-age, one part political drama, and all epic… a debut that promises great things ahead.” —Ian BarrPerfect for fans of R. F. Kuang, Anna Smith Spark, and Patrick Rothfuss.

Thrust into a world of mythical assassins, a madman with superhuman strength, and a nagging ball of light with a superiority complex claiming to be the embodiment of compassion, a jaded sellsword takes on his hardest job yet—staying alive.The king is dead. The world is thrown into war as the late king's sons and daughters battle over who will claim their father's throne and soldiers flock to one cause or the other in hope of a better tomorrow.At least, most of them.If life has taught the jaded sellsword, Aaron Envelar, anything, it's that hope is for fools and causes are a sure remedy for breathing.But when his latest job sends him stumbling into a prince's assassination and a conspiracy threatening to destroy the entire realm, Aaron is forced to choose sides in a fight he doesn't want between forces he doesn't understand.With his enemies hunting him and the entire kingdom at stake, Aaron discovers a hard truth, one his years as a mercenary have not prepared him for.Sometimes, gold isn't enough. Sometimes, blood is the only payment worth taking.Looking for your next epic fantasy read? Get started today!

“Action-packed …. Rice's writing is solid and the premise intriguing.”--Publishers Weekly (re A Quest of Heroes)“I await each release by this author eagerly and have never been disappointed!”--Book Reviewer (Wish)?????BLOODBOUND: CYCLE ONE is the first book in an enthralling new romantasy series by USA Today bestseller Morgan Rice, whose books have over 10,000 five-star ratings.In the kingdom of Lumenhearth, the color and intensity of a magic-user’s blood indicates not only their power, but their social standing. Mixed-bloods are not only highly volatile—they’re illegal.18-year-old Violet Lumaris has learned to hide her purple luminescent veins. But her sheltered life shatters when her guardian dies, and her unique blood manifests powers for the first time.While fleeing Lumenhearth's guards, she reluctantly allies with Ash Rustwood, a royal blood hunter with red magic whose mission is to capture her—but who becomes intrigued by her mysterious abilities. As they journey together, their initial animosity slowly transforms into trust, even as Violet struggles to control her unpredictable magic.In this enchanting romantasy series, a world of magic and fantasy blends with passionate romance, in a mix that will leave you spellbound…Future books in the series are available!“Loved it. Kept me on my toes like the whole time. It made me want to keep reading even when I was supposed to be sleeping.”--Book Reviewer (Wish)?????“The beginnings of something remarkable are there.”--San Francisco Book Review (re A Quest of Heroes)“Has all the ingredients for an instant success: plots, counterplots, mystery, valiant knights, and blossoming relationships replete with broken hearts, deception and betrayal. It will keep you entertained for hours, and will satisfy all ages. Recommended for the permanent library of all fantasy readers.”--Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re The Sorcerer’s Ring)