Moonlit Allegiance


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Moonlit Allegiance: Where Blood and Fur Entwine In a world shrouded in twilight, where ancient hatreds run deep and the line between predator and prey blurs with each passing moon, three unlikely heroes will rise to challenge the very foundations of their society. "Moonlit Allegiance," the electrifying debut novel from Evelyn Nightshade, plunges readers into the heart of Shadowmere – a hidden realm where vampires and werewolves have waged a centuries-old war, their conflict as eternal as the night itself. Lyra, a hybrid born of both vampire and werewolf blood, has spent her life caught between two worlds, belonging to neither. Her very existence is a closely guarded secret, for in her courses the power to either unite their fractured society or tear it apart forever. When a fateful encounter brings her face to face with Kael, the passionate and headstrong heir to the werewolf pack, and Seraphina, the cunning and beautiful vampire princess, Lyra's carefully constructed world begins to crumble. As an ancient prophecy stirs and long-forgotten magics awaken, these three find themselves drawn together by forces beyond their understanding. Their growing bond – a love that defies the boundaries of blood and fur – becomes both their greatest strength and their most vulnerable point. For in Shadowmere, love between sworn enemies is the gravest taboo of all. Against a backdrop of political intrigue, age-old vendettas, and looming cosmic threats, Lyra, Kael, and Seraphina must navigate the treacherous waters of their own hearts while striving to prevent an apocalyptic war that threatens to consume not just Shadowmere, but the human world beyond. Their journey will take them from the glittering vampire courts of Nocturna to the primal depths of the Silverpelt Forest, from the mystical expanses of the Veiled Vale to the echoing chambers of long-buried secrets. As they uncover the truth about their shared history and the cosmic forces that shaped their world, our heroes face challenges that will test not just their strength and cunning, but the very essence of who they are. Betrayal lurks in every shadow, and the price of trust may be higher than any of them are prepared to pay. With each turn of the page, "Moonlit Allegiance" weaves a tapestry of breathtaking beauty and heart-pounding suspense. Nightshade's lush, evocative prose brings Shadowmere to vibrant life, from the gothic splendor of vampire strongholds to the wild, untamed beauty of werewolf territories. Her characters are complex and deeply human, despite their supernatural natures, grappling with questions of identity, duty, and the true meaning of belonging. As Lyra, Kael, and Seraphina's relationship deepens and evolves, readers will find themselves swept away by a love story that is as unconventional as it is powerful. Their journey towards understanding and acceptance – of themselves and each other – mirrors the larger themes of unity and reconciliation that run throughout the novel. But "Moonlit Allegiance" is more than just a tale of forbidden love. It's an exploration of the destructive power of prejudice and the strength found in diversity. It challenges readers to question long-held beliefs and to see the world through the eyes of those they once considered enemies. As our heroes strive to forge a new future for Shadowmere, they offer a poignant reflection on our own world's struggles with division and the ongoing fight for equality and understanding. The novel builds to a heart-stopping climax as cosmic forces converge on Shadowmere, threatening to tear apart the very fabric of their world. Lyra, Kael, and Seraphina must make choices that will determine not just their own fates, but the destiny of every being in Shadowmere. Their final stand against ancient evils and the prejudices of their own people will leave readers breathless, aching for more even as they turn the last page. "Moonlit Allegiance" is more than just a novel; it's an experience, a journey into a world of shadow and light, of passion and pain, of age-old hatreds and newfound hopes. It's a story that will linger in your mind long after you've finished reading, its characters becoming as real and dear as old friends. Perfect for fans of Cassandra Clare's "The Mortal Instruments," Stephenie Meyer's "Twilight Saga," and Sarah J. Maas's "A Court of Thorns and Roses," "Moonlit Allegiance" offers a fresh, mature take on the paranormal romance genre. It combines the allure of forbidden love with the epic scope of high fantasy, creating a reading experience unlike any other. Evelyn Nightshade announces herself as a powerful new voice in fantasy literature with this stunning debut. Her unique blend of pulse-pounding action, steamy romance, and thought-provoking themes marks the beginning of what promises to be an unforgettable journey through the shadows of the heart. "Moonlit Allegiance" is the first book in the planned Shadowmere Trilogy, but it tells a complete, satisfying story while leaving readers eagerly anticipating the next installment. Don't miss your chance to be among the first to discover this phenomenal new world. Step into Shadowmere. Embrace the night. Let the moonlight guide you to a love that defies all boundaries. "Moonlit Allegiance" – where blood and fur entwine, and destinies are forged in the light of an eternal moon.




Seduced By Moonlight


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I am Meredith Gentry, P.I. and Princess Merry, heir to the throne of Fairie. Now there are those among me who whisper I am more. They fear me even as they protect me. And who can blame them? I’ve awakened the dazzling magic that’s slumbered in them for thousands of years. But the thing is, I can’t figure out why. My aunt, the Queen of Air and Darkness, is no longer distracted by her usual sadistic hobbies. Her obsession has turned unwaveringly to me. The mission to get me pregnant and beat my cousin Prince Cel to the crown is taking longer than expected. Even though I spend each night with the Queen’s Ravens, my immortal guards, no child has come of our decadent pleasures. But something else is happening. My magic courses through me uncontrollably. And as I lock my half-mortal body with their full-Sidhe blooded ones, the power surges like never before. It all began with the chalice. I dreamed of it, and it appeared, cool and hard, beside me when I awoke. My guards know the ancient relic well—its disappearance ages ago stripped them of their vital powers. But it is here with us now. My touch resonates with its force, and they’re consumed with it, their Sidhe essences lit up by it. But even as they cherish me for this unexpected gift, there are those who loathe me for it. Me, a mongrel, only half fey and part mortal. The Unseelie court has suffered for so long, and there are some who would not have it weakened further by an impure queen. My enemies grow in number every day. But they do not know what I am capable of. Nor, for that matter, do I. . . . In Seduced by Moonlight, Laurell K. Hamilton brings the dark, erotic reign of the immortal fey to a startling new depth. Full of sensuality and the consuming anticipation of latent powers unleashed, this world of gods, shapeshifters, and immortal souls is unveiled in all of its supreme magnificence and its treacherous deceits.




Thomas Ewing Jr.


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An Ohio family with roots in the South, the Ewings influenced the course of the Midwest for more than fifty years. Patriarch Thomas Ewing, a former Whig senator and cabinet member who made his fortune as a real estate lawyer, raised four major players in the nation’s history—including William Tecumseh “Cump” Sherman, taken into the family as a nine-year-old, who went on to marry his foster sister Ellen. Ronald D. Smith now tells of this extraordinary clan that played a role on the national stage through the illustrious career of one of its sons. In Thomas Ewing Jr.: Frontier Lawyer and Civil War General, Smith introduces us to the Ewing family, little known except among scholars of Sherman, to show that Tom Jr. had a remarkable career of his own: first as a real estate lawyer, judge, soldier, and speculator in Kansas, then as a key figure in national politics. Smith takes readers back to Bleeding Kansas, with its border ruffians and land speculators, reconstructing the rough-and-tumble of its courtrooms to demonstrate that its turmoil was as much about claim-jumping as about slavery. He describes the seat-of-the-pants law practice in which Ewing worked with his brothers Hugh and Charlie and foster brother Cump. He then tells how Tom came to national prominence in the fight over the proslavery Lecompton Constitution, was instrumental in starting up the Union Pacific Railroad, and became the first chief justice of the Kansas Supreme Court. Ewing obtained a commission in the Union Army—as did his brothers—and raised a regiment that saw significant action in Arkansas and Missouri. After William Quantrill’s raid on Lawrence, Kansas, he issued the dramatic General Order No. 11 that expelled residents from sections of western Missouri. Then this confidant of Abraham Lincoln’s went on to courageously defend three of the assassination conspirators—including the disingenuous Samuel Mudd—and lobbied the key vote to block the impeachment of Andrew Johnson. Smith examines Ewing’s life in meticulous detail, mining family correspondence for informative quotes and digging deep into legal records to portray lawmaking on the frontier. And while Sherman has been the focus of most previous work on the Ewings, this book fills the gaps in an interlocking family of remarkable people—one that helped shape a nation’s development in its courtrooms and business suites. Thomas Ewing Jr.: Frontier Lawyer and Civil War General retells a chapter of Kansas history and opens up a panoramic view of antebellum America, the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the Gilded Age.




The Moonlight Market


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'A sparkling modern fairytale... like reading champagne' NATASHA PULLEY The wait is over... Million-copy bestseller Joanne Harris is back with her first fantasy novel in 6 years - and this time it's a love story. Orphaned, lonely, and lost in his photography work, Tom has no intention of falling in love. And yet, love finds him in the shape of beautiful Vanessa, who lives a dangerous double life in the heart of London's King's Cross. Tom's pursuit of Vanessa leads him to discover an alternate world, hidden amongst the streets and rooftops of London - and inhabited by strange and colourful beings. In this mysterious realm, two ancient factions - one of night, one of day - have waged war for centuries over a forbidden love and a long-lost prince of sun and starlight. But when Tom finds a secret market that appears only in moonlight, where charms and spells are bought with memories, he starts to wonder whether he's been here before... Romeo and Juliet meets Neil Gaiman in this spellbinding modern fairytale of fae courts, forbidden love, magical wars, lost princes, and secret worlds hidden just out of sight in the cavernous shadows of contemporary London - perfect for fans of V.E. Schwab and Samantha Shannon. Praise for Joanne Harris: 'A core fantasy... with a cool twist' STEPHENIE MEYER 'A master of her craft' MATT HAIG 'Exhilarating. Addictive. Fierce' BRIDGET COLLINS 'Enchanting and thought-provoking' IAN RANKIN 'Blazes with anger and sorrow' MARIAN KEYES 'Utterly unforgettable' CATRIONA WARD 'Bold, brave and timely' SARAH PINBOROUGH 'Thought-provoking and evocative' TOR.COM 'Moving and brilliant' DAILY MAIL 'Dreamy' METRO 'Magical, poignant, and wholly transporting' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY 'Hauntingly evocative' TIME OUT




Her Moonlit Revenge


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In a world of moonlit packs and tangled destinies, Talia, the weakest Luna, faces heartbreak when her mate, Vance, succumbs to betrayal with her best friend, Nadia. When Nadia's deceit turns tragic, leading to Talia's death, Talia awakens in a new body, seeking revenge and discovering a past entwined with her parents' demise. As Luna of Silverhaven, she battles love, hatred, and dirty family secrets, determined to rewrite her destiny. Talia must choose between the love she lost and the newfound strength she gained. How does Talia navigate her newfound identity and strength after being reborn in someone else's body? What role does Ken play in helping Talia heal from her past betrayals and learn to love again? How does Talia handle the complex emotions of seeking revenge and finding love with Ken? Will Talia's past come back to haunt her, or can she truly move forward with her new life alongside Ken? Find out in Her Moonlit Revenge.




The Blue Mercy Saga


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Buckle your seatbelts! This is going to be one bumpy ride into the pits of hell… The BLUE MERCY Saga is about a vicious satanic cult set in their own twisted beliefs, and of the destruction they leave behind. Each book is from a different point of view. 3 books, 2 sides, 1 final showdown… * Part 1: RAYNE– Young Rayne, a victim of kidnapping, is being groomed for the Great Auction where she’ll be sold into a lifetime of slavery to the highest bidder. This is the story of the torment she suffers in captivity at the hands of the Blue Mercy cult. * * Part 2: RIDER– Witness the tragic upbringing of cult leader, Rider Prinze, in this tale of innocence lost, warped minds, nature and nurture, and the fragility of the human psyche. Take a front row seat and see what pushed Rider and the boys of Mercy, Tennessee to the depths of darkness. * * * Part 3: REDEMPTION– The final showdown…The long anticipated auctioning of the girls is here. The worlds elite and sadistic madmen have shown up to make their bids, and they’ll be sure to get their moneys worth. Rayne and Rider will go head-to-head, Rayne fighting for her freedom, Rider for his redemption. Witness the tragedy unfold in… “The BLUE MERCY Saga”




Moonlight


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A paranormal tribute to the moonlight. Elena Peeters is the model on the cover. Paul Dale Roberts has included some paranormal articles from his investigative work with Haunted Paranormal Investigations International. Three interviews with entrepreneurs. Poetry by Deanna Jaxine Stinson. Lunar eclipse schedule. Devils Chord. Graphic Art.




The Moonlight King


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Seoul, Korea 1977. A young couple makes the toughest of decisions. Driven by shame they send their only son far away into foreign adoption. Their son is just six years old. A new country. A new life he cannot possibly understand. He is tortured and beaten. Broken and battered. Forced into unspeakable acts. He builds walls that cannot be seen. And bars that cannot be broken. Scars that do not heal. And wounds always open. Can he battle his demons? And conquer the darkness? The fight for freedom is within... "The Moonlight King" The true life story of Derek DeCosta. Book Review 1: “The Moonlight King is an amazing book! Working at a television station on a morning show, we read many books, and interview many authors. I’ve read the Moonlight King several times because it’s such an incredible story of courage, and strength. Derek is truly an inspiration! His book is worth reading!! You won’t want to put it down.” -- Carol Lanigan, Assignment Editor, Fox25 News, Boston Book Review 2: “The Moonlight King is an incredible book! Derek’s story will rock you; it will shake you to the core. This is right up there with the top books I’ve ever read! It’s a must read and well worth your time. It’s amazing how Derek has stayed such a positive and inspiring man in spite of the many challenges in his life. The Moonlight King will stick with you, long after you’ve read it.” -- Alex Stylos, WSAR Radio Host, Somerset, MA Book Review 3: "Derek's struggle adds pathos and ethos to the insight, wisdom, and advice that he weaves into every page. Forgiveness and love are the keys that finally unshackle him as he realizes his own self worth and asserts his right to an important and meaningful life. His writing style is poetic but easy to read, using powerful language and descriptive imagery to describe the ugliest of experiences and feelings. If Derek's experiences are the thorns, this book is the rose." -- Jean Perry News Editor, The Wanderer, Mattapoisett, MA




Marked by Moonlight


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She doesn't know what bit her... Seemingly overnight, Claire Morgan has transformed: the normally mousy schoolteacher is now bold, and her behavior is truly wild. Her eyes gleam silver. Suddenly she's a self-confident femme fatale with a libido that just won't quit. After an impulsive makeover, she's even...dare she say it?...sexy. Is Claire going insane? Then brutally handsome stranger Gideon March tells her she was bitten by a werewolf, and Claire figures he's the insane one. Sure, she was attacked by a nasty dog in a back alley, but this guy stalking her says he's a member of an underground society of lycan hunters -- and his mission is to kill her immediately. When Claire finally realizes she really is a lycan, there's no turning back -- because by now Claire and Gideon are bound by a hungry passion. If they can't break the curse by the next full moon, Claire's soul will be lost forever and Gideon will be forced to terminate his prey -- a woman dangerously close to devouring him, heart and soul.




Love by Moonlight


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The beautiful Konstantina Millbank has become an orphan after her adored parents have both suddenly died.In the autumn of 1892 she finds herself in a country East of the Danube en route to live with her recently appointed Guardian, the shadowy Countess Mordhile Megherny. Konstantina knows nothing of her Guardian except that she is a recluse who lives at Megherny Castle – the Castle where Konstantina’s own mother grew up, loveless and lonely. Much time has elapsed since then, but the past and its passions are far from dead. Encountering the brooding and handsome Prince Gregor Razghadi, Konstantina finds herself enmeshed in a disturbing story of love and betrayal. Between the enchanting moments she comes to spend with the Prince by moonlight and the bewildering life she leads at Megherny Castle with only her Guardian, the unappealing Baron Schenck and the mysterious Madame Zand for company, she is forced to confront the workings of her own heart. Her trust is shattered when Konstantina suspects that Prince Gregor is not, and never will be, free to love. Meanwhile, the Countess Mordhile has her own reasons for keeping her young and vulnerable Ward under her strict control. How the web of conflicting intrigue surrounding Konstantina eventually unravels. How she tries to escape from her Guardian and Megherny Castle as well as her own heart. And how she finds out that her prayers are answered and that love can be hers, despite so much turmoil, is all told in this exciting romantic story by BARBARA CARTLAND