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"Celeste Jackson never had much hope for the future--and certainly never imagined that she would be living in an abandoned warehouse in Philadelphia with her magnificent protector Azrael, the angel of death, and a fierce battalion of warrior angels. But although her powers have bestowed the angels with the freedom to return to the Light or stay within the mortal realm, they need her more than ever. Celeste is one of the few remaining half-human,...
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Austin, Texas, at the beginning of the twenty-first century, is experiencing one of the most dynamic periods in its history. Wedged between homogenizing growth and a long tradition of rebellious nonconformity, many Austinites feel that they are in the midst of a battle for the city's soul.
From this struggle, a movement has emerged as a form of resistance to the rapid urban transformation brought about in recent years: "Keep Austin Weird"
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An ancient curse, massive monsters, and a deadly dance with the CIA.I'm Seth, a wizard born with the power to transmute matter, wielding a gift that should have made life a breeze. But fate has a cruel sense of humor, and everything I touch withers into ruin.It all began with our accursed bloodline-the last will of a dying witch that has been killing my ancestors for centuries. Now it's my turn, but I'm not going down without a fight.In a world still...
5) Dualism
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"An exciting tale of another path to super intelligence." -Vernor Vinge, three-time Hugo Award–winning author of A Fire Upon the Deep
Jonathan Knox is one of the country's most sought-after management consultants, not least for his uncanny skill at intuiting the solution hidden in the noise. Blessing though it may be to his clients, Knox's so-called pattern-matching ability began as a curse. The only saving grace is that it blundered him into...
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Bridge of D'Arnath volume 2
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A widowed noblewoman unites with an amnesiac sorcerer prince to fight evil magic in this epic fantasy adventure by the author of Son of Avonar.
The idyllic world of Avonar reels under the assaults of its ancient foes, two-thirds of its territory a wasteland, its failing magic embodied in the last weak, dissolute prince of its royal bloodline. But a brash mage has taken it upon himself to repair his liege lord's soul. Unfortunately, the Prince of...
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Dr. Shamus Bergin lands a coveted position of Staff Psychologist in the Secure Treatment Unit of a mental hospital right out of school. He is soon vexed by an amnesiac patient who defies clinical diagnosis and whom every other doctor has written off. Inconsistencies about the man's origins intersect with Shamus's own doubts that the patient even belongs in an institution.As his own investigation continues to be met with redacted files and evasion...
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If you could shape-shift into anything you wanted, how would you shape your life? For Sumi, adrift and alone since her grandmother died, the answer is obvious. When she discovers that the magic of the Shapewalkers may have run in her family, she knows she wants to use it to help people. But even magic isn't a simple answer to all of life's problems, and in a kingdom like Berill, magic might invite new ones.The continent of Wellonai is full of ancient...
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Meet C. Auguste Dupin, the first literary example of a brilliant detective created by Edgar Allan Poe, undisputed master of chills and suspense. Follow Dupin's genius skill at problem solving through three detective cases, Poe's only three tales with his seminal character.
In these fundamental works of detective fiction, explore the idea that objects can be hidden in plain sight, that the murderer is not who or what you'd think.
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Uncover the Secret World of Blooms: Gardening Gems Are you tired of struggling with lackluster blooms in your garden? Do you yearn to transform your outdoor space into a vibrant sanctuary bursting with color and life? Look no further! "Gardening Gems: Discovering the Beauty of Flowers" is your ultimate guide to cultivating a stunning floral oasis that will leave your neighbors green with envy. About This Book:Unlock the secrets to nurturing healthy,...
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"This amusing collection of factoids entertains, but it's also an accessible look at the 43 men who have held our nation's highest office. Enjoyable." -School Library Journal
Every four years Americans go to the polls to elect a leader-a personage of unimpeachable sobriety and moral standing who will serve as a paragon for the rest of us. But truth be told, presidents and their families are people too-with quirks and character flaws like everyone...
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La secuela de La última sonrisa en Sunder City, sigue las aventuras de Fetch Phillips – un personaje amado por los fans de Ben Aaronovitch, Jim Butcher y Terry Pratchett.
Mi nombre es Fetch Phillips, ¿qué necesitas?
¿Proteger a un gnomo con una ballesta para que haga un trato engañoso? Por supuesto.
¿Ayudar a una anciana elfa a encontrar al asesino de su marido? Ese es mi punto fuerte.
Lo que no hago, porque es imposible, es buscar una...
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Split Worlds volume 1
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Beautiful and nuanced as it is dangerous, the manners of Regency and Victorian England blend into a scintillating fusion of urban fantasy and court intrigue.
Between Mundanus, the world of humans, and Exilium, the world of the Fae, lies the Nether, a mirror-world where the social structure of 19th-century England is preserved by Fae-touched families who remain loyal to their ageless masters. Born into this world is Catherine Rhoeas-Papaver, who escapes...
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"Another full caseload for the zombie detective . . ." in this "inventive" urban fantasy novel from a New York Times–bestselling author (Kirkus Reviews).
To Be Dead Or Not To Be Dead
In the Unnatural Quarter, golems slave away in sweatshops, necromancers sell black-market trinkets to tourists, and the dead rise up-to work the night shift. But zombie detective Dan Shamble is no ordinary working stiff. When a local senator and his goons...
15) Kindred Magic
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Only the best of the best can become enforcers......but trying to make the grade is the least of Lyssa's problems.First, she needs to survive the year.Hippogriffs - check.Mean instructors - check.Beloved characters past and present - check.And settling the account with a certain deadly druid who she happens to be related to? That remains to be seen.Kindred Magic is the final book in the Druid Enforcer Academy series, coming 2023.
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The Snake Handlin' Man is Eddie Marlow, make-do guitarist, ex-Marine, and the world's best tambourine player, ever. The band is eating at a cheap diner with the local club manager, making arrangements for the evening's gig, when they are attacked by a swarm of flying snakes. Adrian, the organ player and wizard, is bitten. Before he puts himself into a magical coma, face turning purple, he warns his band mates that they only have three hours to save...
17) Neodymium Exodus
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"Fascinating characters matched with inventive biological details makes this an adventure that's sure to enthrall. Space opera fans should snap this up." -(Publishers Weekly)
Lem's a mace-wielding teen space-ninja in a universe of sentient insectoids, purple jungles, and insane electromagnetic fields. She solves most problems by hitting harder, and never plays by her enemy's rules-until Jared Diebol captures her.
Diebol's the rising leader...
18) Green Oasis in Concrete Jungle: The Ultimate Guide to Eco-Friendly Urban Gardening: Transform You
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Discover the Magic of Urban Gardening and Transform Your Urban Space into a Thriving Green Paradise!In the heart of bustling cities, amidst the cacophony of daily life, lies the potential for a serene, green escape. "Green Oasis in Concrete Jungle" is not just a book; it's your passport to creating that escape right in your urban space. Whether you have a sprawling balcony, a tiny patio, or just a windowsill, this guide will show you how to cultivate...
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This Greek-mythology-inspired urban fantasy romance series continues as a part-gorgon PI rushes to stop an apocalypse in New York City.
Tori Karacis knows it's going to be a bad day when she wakes to two surprises. One, she's in bed with a very naked Apollo, having lost her struggle to resist her attraction to him. Two, she still has her wings. Not dinky little fairy wings, but full-scale, cover-'em-with-a-trench-coat bat wings.
Apollo suggests...
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When Jeremy rescues a young girl, Daria, from two large and unusual creatures he is drawn into a world of danger and magic. Concerned for her safety, Jeremy follows Daria deep into the woods where he discovers a hidden village. The fact that he can see the village has the occupants worried about who he is and why he's there.Biatta, the leader of the village has Jeremy's memory of them wiped, but when Jeremy finds his way back, she realizes there is...
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