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Achan steps into his role as Crown Prince and prepares for war. But war against whom? Could Esek still be alive? Has Lord Nathak taken Esek's place? Or is the mysterious Hadad the true enemy Achan must confront? Vrell has her own agenda of serving Prince Oren as a healer, but when she is stormed and lost to the Veil, Achan does all he can to bring her back. His conversations with her are strange, though, as if she has no memory of who he is.

The thrilling first book in an epic new fantasy series from Christy Award-winning author, Jill Williamson.

Darkness divides the land. Half of Er'Rets is locked beneath an impenetrable shroud. On the side that still sees the sun, two young people struggle to understand the mind-communication abilities thrust upon them. It's called bloodvoicing. Some say it's a gift. One of the newly "gifted" wish it had never come. While Achan learns to use his new ability, Vrell struggles to shut hers down. All the voices strive to learn Achan and Vrell's true identities - and a different kind of voice is calling them both. Toward a destination that is by darkness hid.

Sir Rigil Barak came to Land’s End expecting a routine mission: investigate some rumors, spy on some nobles, and above all, play the perfect knight. Instead, he is reunited with his less-than-shining past--the same past that has kept him on the road for years, fleeing his noble father's scorn and grieving the woman he thought dead.

What happens when a reluctant spy discovers his greatest mission is protecting the woman who stole his heart? Cole Tanniyn thought his days of danger were over when he traded his sword for a lute. But when the king sends him north as an undercover minstrel to investigate mysterious disappearances from the infamous Ice Island prison, Cole's carefully ordered world changes —especially when Mistel Wepp, the fiery-haired songstress he's falling for, secretly follows him into mortal peril. She was supposed to stay safe. He was supposed to stay focused. Neither of them expected to fall this hard.

They have no choice. Chased by an evil prince, Achan, Vrell, and the Kingsguard knights flee into Darkness. They head north, for Tsaftown and Ice Island, where they must free an army that can help them fight for Er’Rets. Darkness sickens Vrell. How long can she keep her secret without being caught? Achan already suspects her of lying. If she is not careful, he will suspect her of treason as well. She hopes he will let his suspicions go until they reach her home.

It’s the year 1283. Prince John of Cypress and Jerusalem, at eighteen years of age, is about to take the throne. But a mysterious senet box he found in an Egyptian treasure hoard had John’s full attention. It calls to him. Some say he is obsessed. But he must solve the mystery of the box, if only to know he is not insane.

The corporate world is full of words and topics that we think we probably understand. Jill and Catherine - both long in the tooth Executive Coaches - are going to explore topics such as strengths to talent, resilience, trust, perfectionism, et cetera, with a combination of science, research and anecdotal wisdoms acquired from many years from their time as leaders and coaches. Visit Catherine's website here: https://gobsmacked.me and Jill's website here https://www.tentpegconsulting.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Heir to Carm Duchy, Lady Averella Amal faces a relentless pursuit of marriage proposals. Secretly betrothed to her beloved squire, Bran Rennan, Averella's happiness is threatened when Prince Gidon, the Crown Prince of Er'Rets, demands her hand. With Bran away, Averella must navigate a web of deceit and loyalty to evade the prince's grasp. Will she defy tradition and follow her heart? Or will she succumb to society's expectations? In Vrell Sparrow, discover a tale of courage, intrigue, and the fight for freedom that will shape destinies and change Er'Rets forever.

Lady Tara’s dreams of marrying for love were shattered with her arranged marriage to the sickly Lord Gershom. Fine. She may not have love, but she has purpose—a position of power that lets her make a difference in the kingdom. At least her Carmack, her fiercely loyal shield, remains by her side, even if she must deny her heart. Then Lord Gershom dies. And to her horror, Carmack is blamed. Branded a traitor, he flees, forcing Tara to choose between protecting the life she’s built or following the man she loves.

After years of darkness, Eric Livna, newly appointed lord of Tsaftown, returns from the battlefield ready to properly assume his title and become a true husband and father to his family. His marriage to Lady Viola, though arranged and built on mutual duty, has lacked the warmth of true affection, but Eric is hoping to bridge the emotional distance between them.