Peace is a brittle dream, constantly battered by the guns of war that seek to shatter it.Forty years ago, explorers discovered Astria, a vast and mysterious continent across the ocean. Rich in strange and powerful ores and untapped resources, settlers and soldiers alike rushed to claim its wealth, carrying their rivalries and ambitions with them. But Astria is no ordinary land. By day, its wilderness was beautiful and untamed. By night, its forests became something sinister, twisting and corrupting any living thing caught beneath their shadowed canopies.Now, an uneasy peace hangs over the island colonies along Astria’s shores. But after the murder of a renowned scientist and the theft of vital research, old tensions threaten to ignite once again.The impending chaos leaves former revolutionary Rachel scrambling to maintain balance for as long as she can while Ben, a veteran spy, races to find the killer—and to prove himself still an asset to the government—all while Shaunna, a young scientist, fights to unravel the secrets behind the stolen research—and the dark mysteries within Astria itself.As enemies gather in the shadows and war looms on the horizon, the fate of the entire continent may rest in their hands.Step into a thrilling, suspenseful flintlock fantasy adventure full of action, espionage, political intrigue, and magical science.

A rebellious princess determined to chart her own destiny. A prince determined to ignore court politics. And a daring journey that will lead them to more than just adventure.Princess Rosamund is trapped within the confines of her royal life. Cursed by a dark faery to prick her finger on a thorn before the sun sets on her eighteenth birthday, her father takes no chances and keeps her close. Bored with her courtly duties, she yearns for adventure. When her father announces her betrothal to Prince Phillip as a means to secure an alliance, Rosamund's rebellious spirit ignites. Determined to chart her own destiny, she defies her father and slips out of the castle late one night to embark on a journey into the unknown.A prince by birthright, Phillip's heart and soul are far removed from the intricacies of court politics, preferring the thrill of hunting and the warmth of ale in the company of commoners. When his father decrees it's time for him to embrace his duties and secure the kingdom's future through marriage to Princess Rosamund, he shirks those responsibilities and steals away into the night.Deep within the forest, a chance meeting brings the two together days before her birthday. The moment they meet, an unspoken connection forms between them. Their destinies become intertwined, for little do they know it is the dark faery who has brought them together. As they embark on their shared journey, they discover the greatest adventure often begins in the most unexpected places—the heart.But will their bond be enough to stop the curse from coming to fruition?

The first in an enchanting witch mystery series by USA Today bestselling author Gretchen Galway.Is her magic strong enough to stop a killer?On her first assignment as a demon-hunting witch, Alma was unable to kill. Now broke and unemployed at twenty-six, she lives in Silverpool, a remote town in a redwood forest north of San Francisco, where she sells magic-infused jewelry and tries to live a drama-free life.When fairies draw her to the dead body of her ex-boyfriend, she must defend herself and the hidden power in Silverpool from an influx of supernatural trouble. The only way to make peace—and stay alive—is to find the killer.Drawing upon years of formal magical training she’d rather forget, and using other abilities she’d like to keep secret, Alma goes up against bloodthirsty fae, a dangerously charming demon, her infamous father, and other ambitious witches with agendas of their own.This time, an inability to kill might be not just the end of her job, but of her life...

Fifteen-year-old Anne tends goats while daydreaming of fairy tales—until the day she finds herself in one. When a wealthy nobleman marries her older sister, they’re both swept off to his castle deep in the woods. Upon entering this world of finery, lush gardens, and nightly balls with dashing suitors, Anne believes her own happily-ever-after is just around the corner. She has almost forgotten the rumors surrounding the estate—tales of the castle’s tragic history and whispers of ghosts—when her sister falls mysteriously ill.To save her, Anne must uncover the shadowy pasts of those who share her new home. Her sister’s husband refuses to speak of the disappearance of his last wife (or possibly wives), the domineering housekeeper hides her own secrets in a forbidden garden, and the handsome, enigmatic gardener urges Anne to escape the castle and leave her sister behind. There are signs, too, that something dark and supernatural haunts the estate.If Anne misplaces her trust or fails to discover where the real danger lies, she’ll forfeit her sister’s life—and her own.Told through the diaries and letters of those who live within the castle, this reimagining of the Bluebeard fairy tale is perfect for fans of Crimson Peak, Erin A. Craig’s House of Salt and Sorrows, Lyndall Clipstone's Lakesedge, or classic Gothic horror.

A mysterious new girl in town. A golden boy with something to hide. The haunted house next door. Welcome to Starvale, a small town full of big secrets.With a professional psychic for a mother, Zodiac Jones is constantly hustling to avoid eviction, cops, and having to skip town. Again. She just wants to stay in one place long enough to get ahead so she can leave the supernatural con game behind and have a nice, normal life.Jacob Starr is the golden boy of Starvale, with a perfect image to uphold. But something calls to him from the abandoned house next door. It knows his name, and rises in the night, cold and mysterious. And it wants something from him.When Zoey and her mother stumble into Starvale, and Jacob, the rich son of the mayor, wants to pay Zoey to help him, who is she to say no, even if it means pretending they’re a couple? If her mom can run a psychic con, so can she. One more con to keep them in their new town.But the deeper Zoey and Jacob dig, the more secrets they uncover in the sleepy little resort town. As they unbury dirty, dangerous mystery after mystery, Zoey is no longer sure what to believe. All she knows is she needs to keep her client safe.If he's dead, who's going to pay her bill?FINALIST - THE WISHING SHELF BOOK AWARDS 2024A supernatural thriller for teens perfect for fans of Stranger Things, Wednesday, Supernatural, and Lockwood&Co.NOTE: This book contains mild profanity and violence. No spice.