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In the Nine Lands, only those of noble blood can summon the spirits of their ancestors to fight in battle. But when Temi, a commoner from the slums, accidentally invokes a powerful spirit, she finds it could hold the key to ending a centuries-long war. But not everything that can be invoked is an ancestor. And some of the spirits that can be drawn from the ancestral realm are more dangerous than anyone can imagine.

Fifteen years ago, Lęina’s mother, Yuliana, went searching for a mythical place called the Garden and never returned. Determined to learn the truth about what happened, Lęina travels to Brazil to search for the hidden realm, with Yuliana’s journal and a local tour guide leading the way. But Lęina soon begins to wonder if she’s looking for answers—or if what she truly wants to find is herself.

A one-night stand with womanizing billionaire Lance Carter was never going to end well for Grace Jordan. But she didn't think it would ever get as bad as this. A few months on from their night of passion, Grace has discovered she is pregnant. Having lost her job and on the verge of losing her apartment, the timing could not be worse. So she goes to Lance for help. However, the young playboy barely remembers her name and makes it clear he has no interest in helping her or the baby.

In a world where darkness and light collided, a beast and a beauty found themselves entwined in a forbidden love. Together, they form a bond that transcends the boundaries of light and darkness, a love that proves even the most unlikely of souls could become one. Not everyone was genuinely happy about their connection, but with every moment time stood still.

Everything changed the moment Livia came into my world. She’s got me thinking about things I ain’t never thought about before, like a future that ain’t all guns, wars, and money. But how do I keep her safe from the chaos I live in every day, especially when enemies are lurking in every shadow, waiting for the perfect moment to strike? I’ve been holding it down for my family since before me and my brother took over the Cartier Cartel. But balancing love and loyalty ain’t easy when the streets stay calling.

In the first two installments it was an emotional ride, but in the grand finale the prize is so much better. In life they learn that anything worth fighting for doesn't come easy and in order to love with no limits, you had to be open to change. This series teaches us about, love, revenge, and then self-reflections.

Genesis Alexander is living high off of life, enjoying her career and her life with her wonderful husband Sean. However, that bubble quickly burst when a surprise greeting stares Genesis in her face. She reacts without thinking and has to decide whether she wants to start over and let guilt consume her. A cheating man can dish it out, but they definitely can't take it. Sean has no problem dipping his dipstick into anybody he pleases. He's living a shady life but still holds on to his love for his wife.

Do you like epic tales that sing the deeds of the world’s greatest heroes? If so, you will love this volume of epics from the West African country of Mali. Each is full of battles, derring-do, magic, and prophecies based on historical events.

August Hodges was supposed to be the silent partner in Sugar Blitz Cupcakes. Emphasis on silent. That is until his impromptu feminist rant about how women bakers are the backbone of the industry and baking cupcakes isn’t a threat to masculinity goes viral, making him the hottest bachelor in town. With a new location in the works, August and his partners decide to capitalize on this perfect opportunity to help cement their place in the community.

The Lorton Correctional Complex was one of the most notorious prisons in US history. It housed convicts from Washington, DC. Known for violence and corruption, it shaped and molded every man, or woman, that experienced life on the inside.

They say when it comes to hood love it’s double or nothing and all is fair when it comes to the streets. Although it may not show up in a fairytale fashion, love shows up when you least expect it. After dealing with a heartbreak, Jania learns the hard way until an unexpected love drops in her lap during one of the most fearful nights of her life. Jania would do anything to get her ex off of her mind just for something to do until she realizes just how official her new love interest proves to be.

For Reign, everything about her life should’ve been easy. She is the wife of a man who finds success in any and everything he touches. Wealth, love, and affluence is at Reign’s beck and call. Although she is something to be reckoned with from the outside, inwardly, she still has demons she battles daily. Learning of her father’s secret child, her baby sister Denim, Reign temporarily set her sights on Chicago. She is determined to find the missing piece to the puzzle of her family.

If you caught your man cheating, do you leave him or do you stay and love him harder? Knowing you can love him better, do you try to deter him from further humiliating you? After falling in and out of love, Jayla once again finds herself on the outs. With her mind set on leaving Blu after witnessing him with another woman, she soon finds herself stuck between a rock and a hard place. Especially after two pink lines on a pregnancy test force her heart to fall for her now baby’s father all over again. Still, she had her mind set on walking away.

Meeting a true boss is one thing, but knowing how to keep his attention is another, especially in a world full of jealousy. This family is constantly challenged with everyday struggles by dealing with broken hearts, love, happiness, and, most of all, forgiveness. Just like the saying, higher levels brings upon new devils, it’s no different when it comes to love. The trio of beautiful women, Jania, Remy, and KeKe, are really having their way while trying to fight their own demons when it comes to knowing and valuing their self-worth.

Alexis “AJ” Thompson's job as a physical therapist was not always an exciting one. But things were about to HEAT up when she was assigned a new VIP client to work with. Her new client was sexy as hell and impossible to resist. And very soon Alexis would find herself getting physical with him in more ways than one. However, Alexis had no idea that her client was a superstar NFL player named Jared Jackson. Not being one to follow sports, she had no idea just how big of a deal Jared really was and she was about to find out the hard way....

Tory King always believed in fairy tales. But a hard life full of tragedy, struggle and debt made that belief one that was hard to maintain. However, when a well-spoken, well dressed and handsome man moved in next door to her she was more than a little intrigued. Soon she was to discover that this man was billionaire Clint Addams. But why would a billionaire suddenly be living in this relatively poor part of town? And why does he seem so interested in her?

The only thing that could summon Estelle from her New York apartment was a desperate call for help from the man who had saved her life as a child. Her grandfather, who had raised her from a child after her mother's tragic death, needed her to return for an urgent family matter. Convinced of the legend of the missing village of Goldum, he gathers a group he can trust who can handle the journey into lower mountains before the snow arrives. With a massive gold nugget as evidence, the two groups continue together.

Seventeen-year-old Odessa has a heavy burden placed upon her. As her father grows sicker each day, she must take on increasing responsibilities. With her mother's mysterious disappearance, it is up to Odessa to care for her younger sister and ailing father at the same time. However, he soon takes a turn for the worse, and Odessa learns she has little time to find a cure.

When Elizabeth Raleigh signed up to be a surrogate mother she was really in it for the $100k paycheck and nothing more. She knew her client was a “self-made billionaire from Chicago” but nothing much more. And quite frankly, she didn't want to know. However, a twist of fate revealed his true identity and she could not believe it. Her client was her childhood sweetheart Luke Johns. At first it seemed as if this deal was a match made in heaven and the type of unbelievable story you only read about in romance novels.

I spent years building an empire, proving I was just as ruthless and unstoppable as the men who came before me. The streets fear me, my cartel moves like a machine, and I finally got the one thing I never thought I’d have—the love of my life, Livia. She is the only woman who ever saw me beyond the blood and power. But just when I thought I had it all under control, he came back. My uncle was the ghost I never saw coming. And now, he’s back to take everything I’ve built—including her.