Charles is a sad and lonely boy. For years, he is beaten down and abused by his family. Two things keep him going — his grandmother and his yearning to change his circumstance. Cora is a pampered little girl; she is also a drama queen. These two children have one thing in common. Their families hide incredible ... supernatural secrets. Some members of their families can make things just disappear, others seem to kill and maim at will. The backdrop for this narrative is Jamaica. The island boasts rugged high mountains, mineral springs with curative powers, white coral beaches, and cold drenching waterfalls. Spicy foods, unusual plants and trees, exotic fruits, and the irrepressible Jamaican people, play their part in the magic that is Jamaica. The reader will be transported to a different world — a world where paranormal occurrences are not that unusual. Although this is young adult fiction, it will also appeal to readers who enjoy some intrigue and suspense, a few tears and a good laugh. This is a tale of love, loss, oppression, escape, and redemption.

Antanasia knows better than anyone that being royal comes with lots of expectations. Born into war as a Vampyre Witch, she has to battle the ultimate enemy: her own blood. When she has a terrifying Vision, Antanasia fights harder than ever to prevent it from coming to pass. Will she succeed? Or does she die trying? Nadia is an average teenager celebrating her nineteenth birthday. But her day turns upside down when she starts developing unusual abilities that make her question everything she knew. Searching for answers to her predicament, she finds herself trusting Nicolae, a stranger with a familiar presence. Why does she feel so drawn to him? Will Nadia find answers to the questions about her past and take on her new role willingly? Or will she choose to remain in the dark and deny her destiny?

An unexpected duty For three hundred years, Princess Dria has avoided the drama of the royal court by training as a battle mage. When her father summons her back to court just as she begins to rise up the ranks, she’s furious. Even worse, she must work with her estranged brother Ralan on a mission to Earth. But as soon as Dria arrives at Moranaia’s new outpost, her brother drops the leadership of the entire place into her hands. Now she’s in charge of fortifying a new outpost on a planet she’s never even visited. An abhorrent task Prince Vek of the Unseelie has spent millennia as his father’s enforcer, working in the shadows to eliminate evil, but after sparing his nephew Fen from the king’s judgement, Vek must tread carefully. One false move, and he will lose the king’s trust—and Fen’s life. But when the king gives Vek a new, more sinister task, Fen becomes the least of his worries. The Moranaians have a new colony on Earth, and King Torek wants the energy source that’s contained within. Vek must retrieve that power—even if he has to kill the Moranaian leader to get it. A threat unknown From the moment she catches Vek sneaking into the cavern, Dria knows the truth—the dark and mysterious prince is her soulbonded. But she’s certain he’s up to no good, and although she’s drawn to him, there is no way she can trust him. His reputation, and that of the Unseelie in general, precedes him. Unfortunately, more than desire is awakening. As they dance around their budding attraction, Dria and Vek uncover a deathly illness lurking among the fae—and a sinister plot that will damage both their worlds.

The first book in Richelle Mead's New York Times bestselling Bloodlines series When alchemist Sydney is ordered into hiding to protect the life of Moroi princess Jill Dragomir, the last place she expects to be sent is a human private school in Palm Springs, California. Populated with new faces as well as familiar ones, Bloodlines explores all the friendship, romance, battles, and betrayals that made the #1 New York Times bestselling Vampire Academy series so addictive--this time in a part-vampire, part-human setting where the stakes are even higher and everyone's out for blood.

A story about vampires, werewolves and witches in the town of Portspine and their struggles to survive and get what they want. Keith Wade comes to the town of Portspine after decades, trying to find his vampire sister who has been missing for fifty years. But a new enemy finds him in the town who becomes an obstacle in his goal. Together with his ruthless vampire brother Darren and his old witch friend Amber, he tries to get his sister back and ends up crossing paths with his old enemies who destroyed his life.

Krista Haywood thought she was just another normal high school girl, about to have her 18th birthday, but there was a secret she didn't know. As her world as she knows it changes, she has to find some answers. A mysterious necklace and some old letters from her grandma hold the key for her to unlock her true destiny. As a new path awaits with new friends and new power, not all will be quite so easy as Krista learns about who she is, and the bloodlines she is a part of.

In a world where the supernatural lurks just beneath the surface, "Shadows of Legacy: Bloodlines Awakened" is a thrilling tale of love, betrayal, and the unyielding bonds of family. The story follows Draven, a brooding vampire burdened by his dark heritage, and Marie, a young woman whose life is turned upside down when she discovers her true identity. As the pages turn, readers are drawn into a hidden society of vampires, where ancient prophecies and blood rights shape the fates of all who belong to it. Draven, grappling with the responsibilities of his royal bloodline, finds his world shattered as he uncovers the truth about his lineage. "Shadows of Legacy: Bloodlines Awakened" is a gripping story of redemption, the search for truth, and the unbreakable will to protect those we love. With its richly developed characters, intricate world-building, and heart-pounding action, this novel is sure to enthrall fans of paranormal romance and dark fantasy alike. As Draven and Marie's journey unfolds, one thing becomes clear: in the fight against evil, the line between darkness and light is as thin as the blade of a vampire's fang. This is only the beginning-join the adventure and witness the awakening of a legacy.