The darkest taste of temptation...Fleeing from a blood oath made against her will to the tyrant king, the last place Princess Saieke expected to be trapped was in the Darkage--the land of the feared shadowed demons. Even worse, she's stuck with Archduke Drac EL Kyn--a creature of darkness and sensuality, who entices her with reckless passion. The only thing she needs from the fierce warrior is his body to further her plot, certainly not the soul-searing desire he rouses.Shadow assassin Drac must unearth the factions who murdered the dark king. Drawn by an irresistible hunger to the princess, he struggles to maintain distance from a woman who is forbidden to those of his race. As she navigates the traps laid for her by enemies, Drac must decide if he will claim Saieke as his mate or relinquish her to avoid embroiling his kingdom in war...

Until a few decades ago, the ocean depths were almost as mysterious and inaccessible as outer space. Oceans cover two-thirds of the earth's surface with an average depth of more than two miles--yet humans had never ventured more than a few hundred feet below the waves. One of the great scientific and archaeological feats of our time has been finally to cast light on the "eternal darkness" of the deep sea. This is the story of that achievement, told by the man who has done more than any other to make it possible: Robert Ballard. Ballard discovered the wreck of the Titanic. He led the teams that discovered hydrothermal vents and "black smokers"--cracks in the ocean floor where springs of superheated water support some of the strangest life-forms on the planet. He was a diver on the team that explored the mid-Atlantic ridge for the first time, confirming the theory of plate tectonics. Today, using a nuclear submarine from the U.S. Navy, he's exploring the ancient trade routes of the Mediterranean and the Black Sea for the remains of historic vessels and their cargo. In this book, he combines science, history, spectacular illustrations, and first-hand stories from his own expeditions in a uniquely personal account of how twentieth-century explorers have pushed back the frontiers of technology to take us into the midst of a world we could once only guess at. Ballard begins in 1930 with William Beebe and Otis Barton, pioneers of the ocean depths who made the world's first deep-sea dives in a cramped steel sphere. He introduces us to Auguste and Jacques Piccard, whose "Bathyscaph"descended in 1960 to the lowest point on the ocean floor. He reviews the celebrated advances made by Jacques Cousteau. He describes his own major discoveries--from sea-floor spreading to black smokers--as well as his technical breakthroughs, including the development of remote-operated underwater vehicles and the revolutionary search techniques that led to the discovery and exploration of the Titanic, the Nazi battleship Bismarck, ancient trading vessels, and other great ships. Readers will come away with a richer understanding of history, earth science, biology, and marine technology--and a new appreciation for the remarkable men and women who have explored some of the most remote and fascinating places on the planet.

A vampire must rescue a woman from Hell in this paranormal romance novella by the author of Devoured by Darkness. For the Guardians of Eternity, battle is a way of life—whether the plight of their world is at stake, or the fate of their heart . . . After being held captive by one vampire for four centuries, Kata had no intention of taking another one to the underworld with her. Yet even in the pits of Hell, there's no ignoring the intoxicating desire awakened by Uriel's touch . . . Previously published in Supernatural. Praise for New York Times–bestselling Author Alexandra Ivy “Ivy always packs her books with buckets of action, emotion and sexy sizzle. Another winner!” —RT Book Reviews on Devoured by Darkness “The romantic dynamic is smoldering and the seduction focuses on compelling trust, increasing the appeal.” —Publishers Weekly on My Lord Vampire

Keeping sane is not an easy task - especially when you?re thrown into "Eternal Darkness," a third-person action-adventure game that features a fully 3D environment. You will have 13 unique characters to choose from spanning a time period of 2000 years. You might be helping a monk solve puzzles during the Spanish Inquisition, or exploring a haunted castle with a God-fearing knight from medieval times. As you play, the characters begin a slow, disturbing descent into madness. "Eternal Darkness: Prima's Official Strategy Guide" will provide you with helpful information help stabilize your insanity meter as well as what spells and weapons to use for each horrifying level. Prima will also give you the lowdown on solutions to hair-raising puzzles, essential background on all 13 characters, and complete lists off all the weapons and spells available to you.

Once the darkness penetrates my soul there's no escaping. I'm going to murder the devil. I don't know how because he has extreme magic, making him too powerful for anyone to destroy. But I've sworn to get my revenge. What mattered to me most was stolen by him. The only options left for me are to be forever enslaved, or killed by him. A fate shared by Detroit as well. Armed with my supernatural gang and black magic, I'm hot on the devil's trail. But time is not on my side. Ongoing chaos and constant battles derail me from my destination. Finally, I find the answer, which is a chilling one. Embrace the darkness. To beat the devil, I have to let my heart become as foul as his. I'm crossing over to the dark side, now there's no stopping me. Read the dark magical conclusion of the Urban Fae Series and see for yourself why this series is loved by fans of Charlaine Harris.

Into Eternal Darkness: 100+ Gothic Classics in One Edition' casts a spectral light over the haunting depths of Gothic literature, exploring its shadowy corridors through a compilation of works by over a century's worth of master storytellers. This anthology weaves together an intricate tapestry of themes ranging from the macabre to the romantic, the psychological to the supernatural, showcasing the genre's evolution across time and cultures. With seminal pieces from eras of the Gothic novels dominance to tales that have defined the parameters of horror and suspense, this collection offers an unprecedented diversity in narrative style, setting, and moral exploration, presented through the varied lenses of its distinguished authors. The contributing authors and editors of this anthology, including luminaries like Edgar Allan Poe, Mary Shelley, and Oscar Wilde, among others, represent the rich tapestry of cultural, historical, and literary movements that Gothic literature has traversed and influenced. Their collective works embody the essence of Gothic storytelling, from its origins in the 18th century as a literary vehicle for the exploration of societal anxieties and personal dread, through its maturation in the Victorian era, to its enduring legacy in shaping the modern horror genre. This collection offers a unique vantage point to observe the interplay of historical contexts, personal psychologies, and broader cultural fears that these authors adeptly weave into their stories, bringing readers face to face with the timeless themes of love, loss, fear, and redemption. 'Into Eternal Darkness' is a must-read for anyone with an interest in Gothic literature, from its earliest expressions to its lasting impact on contemporary storytelling. It invites readers to embark on a journey through labyrinthine plots and peek into the darkest corners of the human psyche across different eras and locales. This anthology serves not just as a compendium of iconic gothic tales but as a medium to appreciate the genre's profound influence on the evolution of literary and cultural narratives worldwide. Engaging with this collection offers a unique educational journey and a profound aesthetic experience, unveiling the enduring power of Gothic classics to captivate, terrify, and enlighten.

Musaicum Books presents to you this unique collection, designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Content: The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom The Castle of Otranto The Old English Baron Vathek The Ghost-Seer The Castle of Wolfenbach Caleb Williams The Mysteries of Udolpho The Italian A Sicilian Romance The Romance of the Forest The Monk The Orphan of the Rhine The Rime of the Ancient Mariner Christabel Zastrozzi St. Irvyne Manfred Northanger Abbey Frankenstein... Isabella, or the Pot of Basil La Belle Dame Sans Merci The Raven The Tell-Tale Heart The Fall of the House of Usher The Cask of Amontillado... The Vampyre... The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner Porphyria's Lover St, John's Eve The Viy... Jane Eyre Wuthering Heights Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street The House of the Seven Gables... The Woman in White Goblin Market The Headless Horseman Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde Carmilla Uncle Silas The Man-Wolf The Great Amherst Mystery The Hound of the Baskervilles... The Picture of Dorian Gray The Horla The Forsaken Inn The Yellow Wallpaper The Island of Doctor Moreau The Invisible Man The Beetle The Turn of the Screw... Dracula… The Necromancers The House on the Borderland The Phantom of the Opera… Wolverden Tower...