Indigo's best YA books of 2019 * B&N's best YA books of July 2019 * Goodread's most popular 2019 debuts The first book in Kalyn Josephson's "must-read" (Adrienne Young) Storm Crow duology, a YA fantasy series that follows a fallen princess who ignites a rebellion, perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Leigh Bardugo and And I Darken. Princess Thia was born to be a crow rider—a warrior. In her kingdom of Rhodaire, magical elemental crows keep the city running. But when the Illucian empire invades, they kill all the crows in a horrible fire that also robs Thia of her mother and mentor. Then Thia's sister, Caliza, becomes the new queen of Rhodaire, she is forced to agree to a marriage between Thia and the Illucian heir in an effort to save her people. Prince Ericen is rude and cruel and Thia can't imagine traveling into the heart of an enemy city after so much has been taken from her. But before she leaves, she finds a crow egg in the rubble of the rookery. Deep in the heart of Ilucia she must hatch the last crow, hold her own against the crown prince, and ignite a rebellion to take back what is hers. Perfect readers who want: YA mental health stories LGBTQ characters Gifts for teen girls 12-18 Also in this series: The Crow Rider (Book 2) Praise for The Storm Crow: "Clashing kingdoms, thrilling action, and an imperfect heroine make this a must-read."—ADRIENNE YOUNG, New York Times bestselling author of Sky in the Deep and The Girl the Sea Gave Back "[A]mbitious worldbuilding and an engaging premise...; Anthia's battle with depression is portrayed with frank authenticity, and features well-developed LGBTQ in the Deep characters."—Publishers Weekly

The thrilling conclusion to the epic Storm Crow duology that follows a fallen princess as she fights to bring back the magical elemental crows taken from her people, perfect for readers of YA fantasy and fiction that includes young adult mental health representation. Thia, her allies, and her crow, Res, are planning a rebellion to defeat Queen Razel and Illucia once and for all. Thia must convince the neighboring kingdoms to come to her aid, and Res's show of strength is the only thing that can help her. But so many obstacles stand in her way. Res excels at his training, until he loses control of his magic, harming Thia in the process. She is also pursued by Prince Ericen, heir to the Illucian throne and the one person she can't trust but can't seem to stay away from. As the rebel group prepares for war, Res's magic grows more unstable. Thia has to decide if she can rely on herself and their bond enough to lead the rebellion and become the crow rider she was meant to be. Also in this series: The Storm Crow (Book 1) Praise for The Storm Crow: Indigo's best YA books of 2019 B&N's best YA books of July 2019 Goodread's most popular 2019 debuts "Clashing kingdoms, thrilling action, and an imperfect heroine make this book a must-read."—ADRIENNE YOUNG, New York Times bestselling author of Sky in the Deep and The Girl the Sea Gave Back

Scotland Yard’s Jack Swann teams up with FBI Agent Johnny Harrison to battle international terrorists in “one of the best thrillers I’ve read this year” (Jack Higgins). Detective Sgt. Jack Swann is the best anti-terrorist agent in Scotland Yard’s Special Branch. And when a bomb detonates in Northumberland, followed by another not far from London’s Piccadilly Circus, innocent lives depend on Swann’s investigative skill. Storm Crow, one of the most feared terrorists in the world, is claiming responsibility. But is Storm Crow a growing subversive cell or one lone mad bomber? All Swann has to go on is the name—and a frightening talent for mayhem. On the other side of the Atlantic, FBI Special Agent Johnny Harrison has his eye on the Salvesen militia compound in Idaho and their leader, a right-wing anarchist nursing an apocalyptic hatred for the United States. His plot against America is only part of a terrifying international puzzle. His ties reach to the mysterious Storm Crow, and both of them want to destroy one man: Harrison’s old friend, Jack Swann. Now, as two nations are held hostage by unseen enemies, Swann and Harrison must join forces to stop them—before it’s too late . . . New York Times–bestselling author Jack Higgins calls this first novel in the Harrison & Swann Thriller trilogy of international thrillers “absolutely marvelous”.

‘Blood Metal Bone surprises you in the very best ways. Unique world-building, a bold heroine with a heartbreaking past, and awe-inspiring magic that simply cannot be caged.’ Andrea Stewart, author of The Bone Shard Daughter A DEADLY OUTCAST A DANGEROUS SECRET ONE EPIC QUEST FOR THE TRUTH

How does an LA sophisticate like rock star Bryan Spencer woo a small-town African-American girl like Callie Lawson? Bryan has come to a small Alabama town to recover after the death of his best friend. The small town is suffocating him until he meets Callie, triggering a contest between LA sin and Southern Sunday school. Bryan and Callie must overcome racial issues, the treacherous nature of the entertainment industry and the clash between urban sophistication and rural values if they are going to stay together.

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THE BOOK BEHIND THE FOURTH SEASON OF THE ACCLAIMED HBO SERIES GAME OF THRONES Few books have captivated the imagination and won the devotion and praise of readers and critics everywhere as has George R. R. Martin’s monumental epic cycle of high fantasy. Now, in A Feast for Crows, Martin delivers the long-awaited fourth book of his landmark series, as a kingdom torn asunder finds itself at last on the brink of peace . . . only to be launched on an even more terrifying course of destruction. A FEAST FOR CROWS It seems too good to be true. After centuries of bitter strife and fatal treachery, the seven powers dividing the land have decimated one another into an uneasy truce. Or so it appears. . . . With the death of the monstrous King Joffrey, Cersei is ruling as regent in King’s Landing. Robb Stark’s demise has broken the back of the Northern rebels, and his siblings are scattered throughout the kingdom like seeds on barren soil. Few legitimate claims to the once desperately sought Iron Throne still exist—or they are held in hands too weak or too distant to wield them effectively. The war, which raged out of control for so long, has burned itself out. But as in the aftermath of any climactic struggle, it is not long before the survivors, outlaws, renegades, and carrion eaters start to gather, picking over the bones of the dead and fighting for the spoils of the soon-to-be dead. Now in the Seven Kingdoms, as the human crows assemble over a banquet of ashes, daring new plots and dangerous new alliances are formed, while surprising faces—some familiar, others only just appearing—are seen emerging from an ominous twilight of past struggles and chaos to take up the challenges ahead. It is a time when the wise and the ambitious, the deceitful and the strong will acquire the skills, the power, and the magic to survive the stark and terrible times that lie before them. It is a time for nobles and commoners, soldiers and sorcerers, assassins and sages to come together and stake their fortunes . . . and their lives. For at a feast for crows, many are the guests—but only a few are the survivors.