Here is a selection of books featuring castles. Knights, magicians, ghosts, you name it, as long as it takes place in a castle.
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Innocence Lost
She wanted to run her father's business. She got a mad prince.
Johanna Brouwer h...
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Innocence Lost Patty Jansen
She wanted to run her father's business. She got a mad prince.
Johanna Brouwer has notions: she wants to take over her father's business. She wants to live in a place where she doesn't have to hide her magic, and she doesn't want to marry, not even the prince.
Her home, the merchant city of Saardam comes under attack by a fire wizard, and she finds that notions will only get you so far in life. She's on the run, her paltry magic will do nothing against the evil unleashed upon the kingdom, and why did she ever worry about getting married?
This is totally your thing if you're into sassy independent women.
Johanna Brouwer has notions: she wants to take over her father's business. She wants to live in a place where she doesn't have to hide her magic, and she doesn't want to marry, not even the prince.
Her home, the merchant city of Saardam comes under attack by a fire wizard, and she finds that notions will only get you so far in life. She's on the run, her paltry magic will do nothing against the evil unleashed upon the kingdom, and why did she ever worry about getting married?
This is totally your thing if you're into sassy independent women.
Great cover and an intriguing premise.
I'm delighted to include Patty Jansen's Ambassador 1: Seeing Red among my "select few." Deftly and swiftly, her beginning shifts into high, machine-gunning intriquing clues vis a vis later reveals. One knows just enough about what's going on to continue reading without scratching one's head, but not enough to make the whole book a fait accompli. Quick immersion in tight, realistic action promises a great read.
No matter what Patty Jansen writes, there is always that underlying personality that makes her books interesting AND there are her sometimes wildly imaginative worlds that forgo the bounds of what we all know and expect. They give us something entertaining and surprising. And she is Australian. If that comment doesn't make sense then you will have to just read her stories to see what I mean. It is meant in a good way.
Incredible work by an author I truly admire!
Very intriguing! This is promising to be very interesting series... Keep it coming, Patty!
Dionna's Warrior
Five sexy soldiers--a Warrior, a Frost Mage, a Tinker, a Ranger, and a Shadow--fight alongside Dionn...
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Dionna's Warrior Ruby Ryan
Five sexy soldiers--a Warrior, a Frost Mage, a Tinker, a Ranger, and a Shadow--fight alongside Dionna in this Reverse Harem Paranormal Romance
Tracing runemagic as a Pyromancer is a lot like being burned alive. So why does it feel so amazing?
Jaxon is an elite Warrior who has lost the most precious thing in the world.
Dionna is an average Pyromancer—a fire-wielding sorceress—hoping only to pass her Academy Assessment.
But all of Dionna’s concerns become trivial when the Academy is attacked by the Silithik Hivemind: a race of monstrous insects that kill most of her fellow students in a savage sneak attack.
Tracing runemagic as a Pyromancer is a lot like being burned alive. So why does it feel so amazing?
Jaxon is an elite Warrior who has lost the most precious thing in the world.
Dionna is an average Pyromancer—a fire-wielding sorceress—hoping only to pass her Academy Assessment.
But all of Dionna’s concerns become trivial when the Academy is attacked by the Silithik Hivemind: a race of monstrous insects that kill most of her fellow students in a savage sneak attack.
I have been loving all of the Gryphon books <3
Curse Breaker: Enchanted [The More Epic Versi...
Secrets threaten, but magic kills. All Sarn wanted was to get to work on time, do his job and go hom...
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Curse Breaker: Enchanted [The More Epic Version] Melinda Kucsera
Secrets threaten, but magic kills. All Sarn wanted was to get to work on time, do his job and go home to his secret son. Instead, he’s kidnapped by an enchanted tree and embroiled in a mystery so bizarre, it causes him to question everything he’s ever believed in.
Sarn must unravel a deadly chain of events his masters don't want probed, and they will do everything in their power to stop him. Can he solve the mystery without their knowledge or his magic twisting his sanity and sabotaging his health? Will he have to pay the ultimate price to discover the truth?
Epic fantasy meets murder mystery in this heart-warming tale. Get Enchanted Today!
Sarn must unravel a deadly chain of events his masters don't want probed, and they will do everything in their power to stop him. Can he solve the mystery without their knowledge or his magic twisting his sanity and sabotaging his health? Will he have to pay the ultimate price to discover the truth?
Epic fantasy meets murder mystery in this heart-warming tale. Get Enchanted Today!
Shatterwing, Dragon Wine Part One
Deliciously Dark Fantasy
The world of Margra is a desolate wasteland after one of its moons...
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Shatterwing, Dragon Wine Part One Donna Maree Hanson
Deliciously Dark Fantasy
The world of Margra is a desolate wasteland after one of its moons shattered. Factions fight over resources as pieces of the broken moon rain down, bringing chaos, destruction and death.
Dragon wine is a life giving drink imbued with the essence of dragons. It is what keeps people alive. But the prison vineyard where Salinda works to grow grapes is in jeopardy. Not only does the Inspector, the sadistic ruler of the prison vineyard, make her life and the life of others a misery, he wants to rule the world by hoarding all the dragon wine. But Salinda has a secret power, an ancient gift called a’ cadre’, that may one day save the world.
When the Inspector suspects that Salinda has secrets, she may have to die to protect the cadre from falling into his hands…
The world of Margra is a desolate wasteland after one of its moons shattered. Factions fight over resources as pieces of the broken moon rain down, bringing chaos, destruction and death.
Dragon wine is a life giving drink imbued with the essence of dragons. It is what keeps people alive. But the prison vineyard where Salinda works to grow grapes is in jeopardy. Not only does the Inspector, the sadistic ruler of the prison vineyard, make her life and the life of others a misery, he wants to rule the world by hoarding all the dragon wine. But Salinda has a secret power, an ancient gift called a’ cadre’, that may one day save the world.
When the Inspector suspects that Salinda has secrets, she may have to die to protect the cadre from falling into his hands…
Blaze
A half-breed and a female, Lady Bethany clawed her way to the ranks of the Elven Service's top milit...
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Blaze Krista D. Ball
A half-breed and a female, Lady Bethany clawed her way to the ranks of the Elven Service's top military elite. They only knew her as their champion against Magic, and not the daughter of a Goddess. She'd expected a long, rewarding life protecting those under her care. But that was before her twin sister returned from exile, addicted to brutal Magic and human sacrifice, twisted inside, and abusing ancient prophecies to overthrow their mother and destroy everything Bethany holds sacred.
The world will burn in flames and innocents will die, unless Bethany can stop it. Unless she can take the life of her own sister.
The world will burn in flames and innocents will die, unless Bethany can stop it. Unless she can take the life of her own sister.
The Six
Real Women’s work is never done. If you want it done right send these gals!
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The Six David Ulnar-Slew
Real Women’s work is never done. If you want it done right send these gals!
Unstoppable Horde. Reluctant Heroes. A Dark Army. Never Send a Man to do a Woman’s Job.
Naomi had found peace in a quiet little village. No one bothered her and she bothered no one. A series of unfortunate events brings her past back to haunt her in a big way It means an even bigger problem for the people of the village.
A group of barmaids with a secret are revealed by a twist of fate. They have no choice but to act decisively and help the cause. Will their skills and prowess make the difference when the impending disaster hits?
When a seemingly unstoppable force reigns down on the day to day life of simple, innocent people a much bigger problem will be accidentally instigated.
Unstoppable Horde. Reluctant Heroes. A Dark Army. Never Send a Man to do a Woman’s Job.
Naomi had found peace in a quiet little village. No one bothered her and she bothered no one. A series of unfortunate events brings her past back to haunt her in a big way It means an even bigger problem for the people of the village.
A group of barmaids with a secret are revealed by a twist of fate. They have no choice but to act decisively and help the cause. Will their skills and prowess make the difference when the impending disaster hits?
When a seemingly unstoppable force reigns down on the day to day life of simple, innocent people a much bigger problem will be accidentally instigated.
Cardboard Castles
Two worlds. One impossible choice.
When seventeen-year-old Josilyn begins to see...
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When seventeen-year-old Josilyn begins to see...
Cardboard Castles K.L. Young
Two worlds. One impossible choice.
When seventeen-year-old Josilyn begins to see the fantastical world of her father's imagination, she can't help but wonder if he's not insane, and that maybe she is...
Living in a crumbling cardboard castle under the bridge and struggling to care for her mentally ill father, Josilyn's life has been anything but regal. But when a former friend discovers Josilyn's secret and leads Child Protective Services directly to her, her father's visions of grand feathered dragons and treacherous dark knights become the least of Josilyn's problems.
Now separated from her father and terrified for his safety, Josilyn sees his imaginary world, forcing her to consider the possibility that someone may be desperate to see her father dead--and who to kill.
When seventeen-year-old Josilyn begins to see the fantastical world of her father's imagination, she can't help but wonder if he's not insane, and that maybe she is...
Living in a crumbling cardboard castle under the bridge and struggling to care for her mentally ill father, Josilyn's life has been anything but regal. But when a former friend discovers Josilyn's secret and leads Child Protective Services directly to her, her father's visions of grand feathered dragons and treacherous dark knights become the least of Josilyn's problems.
Now separated from her father and terrified for his safety, Josilyn sees his imaginary world, forcing her to consider the possibility that someone may be desperate to see her father dead--and who to kill.
Matter of Time
Humans are going missing in a city where dragons and humans live side by side.
Screams are...
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Matter of Time J E Nice
Humans are going missing in a city where dragons and humans live side by side.
Screams are echoing through Drummbek castle.
The others might try to ignore it but castle maid Tabitha knows in her gut that something is wrong.
But what can one girl do?
Instinct drives her to find the truth and deal with it. But that means putting her family and the man who plays on her thoughts at risk.
Out in the Wastelands, Del, an exiled veteran dragonslayer, knows exactly what’s happening in the castle. She has unfinished business and she’s making her way home.
Matter of Time is the first book in The Last War trilogy.
Screams are echoing through Drummbek castle.
The others might try to ignore it but castle maid Tabitha knows in her gut that something is wrong.
But what can one girl do?
Instinct drives her to find the truth and deal with it. But that means putting her family and the man who plays on her thoughts at risk.
Out in the Wastelands, Del, an exiled veteran dragonslayer, knows exactly what’s happening in the castle. She has unfinished business and she’s making her way home.
Matter of Time is the first book in The Last War trilogy.
Princess of Thorns
A heart of ice.
A countenance of thorns.
She wasn't always this way...
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A countenance of thorns.
She wasn't always this way...
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Princess of Thorns Tessonja Odette
A heart of ice.
A countenance of thorns.
She wasn't always this way...
Sixteen-year-old Princess Mareleau is determined never to marry, no matter how many hearts she has to break. She’s already loved once. Why look for a second chance? But when she finally meets a prince who doesn’t bore her to tears, she allows herself to hope. Will that hope lead her to love...or betrayal?
Find out what made Mareleau turn her back on love and launch the Quest that shifted the course of the entire land of Lela. If you love feisty females and fierce heroines, you’ll love this tale of love, loss, and vengeance.
Princess of Thorns is a short story prequel, set immediately before Shadows of Lela, Book One in the Lela Trilogy. It can be read as a standalone short story, or before/after any Lela novel
A countenance of thorns.
She wasn't always this way...
Sixteen-year-old Princess Mareleau is determined never to marry, no matter how many hearts she has to break. She’s already loved once. Why look for a second chance? But when she finally meets a prince who doesn’t bore her to tears, she allows herself to hope. Will that hope lead her to love...or betrayal?
Find out what made Mareleau turn her back on love and launch the Quest that shifted the course of the entire land of Lela. If you love feisty females and fierce heroines, you’ll love this tale of love, loss, and vengeance.
Princess of Thorns is a short story prequel, set immediately before Shadows of Lela, Book One in the Lela Trilogy. It can be read as a standalone short story, or before/after any Lela novel
Scarborough Fair
Brennan, a member of a secretive group of powerful women, is obsessed with learning what happened to...
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Servant of the Crown (Heir to the Crown: Book...
He risks everything…
…to protect a king's secret
Tragedy tears Gerald's world apart and only his...
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…to protect a king's secret
Tragedy tears Gerald's world apart and only his...
Servant of the Crown (Heir to the Crown: Book 1) Paul J Bennett
He risks everything…
…to protect a king's secret
Tragedy tears Gerald's world apart and only his unwavering loyalty to the Baron of Bodden saves him. After serving as a soldier for years, a single act of self-sacrifice thrusts his future into the world of politics.
Cut off from all he knows, he becomes no more than a pawn to those in command. Banished with little more than the clothes on his back, he seeks a new purpose, for what is a warrior who has nothing left to fight for?
A fateful meeting with another lost soul unmasks a shocking secret, compelling him to take up the mantle of guardian. Bandits, the Black Hand, and even the king, he battles them all for the future of the realm.
Memories of the past, secrets that shape the future; his adventure is only the beginning.
…to protect a king's secret
Tragedy tears Gerald's world apart and only his unwavering loyalty to the Baron of Bodden saves him. After serving as a soldier for years, a single act of self-sacrifice thrusts his future into the world of politics.
Cut off from all he knows, he becomes no more than a pawn to those in command. Banished with little more than the clothes on his back, he seeks a new purpose, for what is a warrior who has nothing left to fight for?
A fateful meeting with another lost soul unmasks a shocking secret, compelling him to take up the mantle of guardian. Bandits, the Black Hand, and even the king, he battles them all for the future of the realm.
Memories of the past, secrets that shape the future; his adventure is only the beginning.
Great cover and blurb!
Code of Rainbow: Soaring Flame and the Dragon...
This is the first book of a teen fantasy book series that nurtures the bloom of MAGIC in the soil of...
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Code of Rainbow: Soaring Flame and the Dragon-transcending Magimal Weiqi Wang
This is the first book of a teen fantasy book series that nurtures the bloom of MAGIC in the soil of SCIENCE - something rarely attempted. The transition from magic to science will be bit by bit, so the early books do read like a "mainstream" magic fantasy.
Soarame has a pair of special eyes. He can see magic elements in this world, which are supposed to be invisible. This enviable gift of his could reveal the truth of the world, but it also puts him in danger.
Many animals in this world possess magic power, so they are called “magimals” - dragons as examples. Soarame fortunately got a baby magimal as his best friend, but they got into troubles together - troubles that were a lot bigger than dragons.
Could they survive?
Soarame has a pair of special eyes. He can see magic elements in this world, which are supposed to be invisible. This enviable gift of his could reveal the truth of the world, but it also puts him in danger.
Many animals in this world possess magic power, so they are called “magimals” - dragons as examples. Soarame fortunately got a baby magimal as his best friend, but they got into troubles together - troubles that were a lot bigger than dragons.
Could they survive?
beautiful cover :)
Looking forward to reading this!
I love the idea of a magimal! I want one too!
Sounds awesome!
This book sells itself with two simple words. MAGIC ANIMALS
The Darker Ages
No one craves an escape more than Alice Carradine. Six years ago, her future was stolen by an unexpe...
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The Darker Ages Aron Lewes
No one craves an escape more than Alice Carradine. Six years ago, her future was stolen by an unexpected accident. Now a quadriplegic, Alice is confined to bed and mired in depression.
Her saving grace is the “The Darker Ages,” a complex virtual world that offers its players a chance at a new life. In this virtual reality, Alice escapes into the body of Princess Arienne, whose life is infinitely more thrilling. As Princess Arienne, Alice gets to experience the fantastical adventure of her dreams.
But her virtual life is far from perfect. Her fiance is a pain in the ass. Her secret crush is murdered in front of her. Then she's abducted by pirates, led by the wickedly charming Alfred Du Bois. Arienne's abductors dedicate their time to plundering, brawling and flirting. Not in that order.
Her saving grace is the “The Darker Ages,” a complex virtual world that offers its players a chance at a new life. In this virtual reality, Alice escapes into the body of Princess Arienne, whose life is infinitely more thrilling. As Princess Arienne, Alice gets to experience the fantastical adventure of her dreams.
But her virtual life is far from perfect. Her fiance is a pain in the ass. Her secret crush is murdered in front of her. Then she's abducted by pirates, led by the wickedly charming Alfred Du Bois. Arienne's abductors dedicate their time to plundering, brawling and flirting. Not in that order.