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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From a new star in horror fiction comes a terrifying novel of obsession, greed, and the shocking actions we'll take to protect those we love, all set in a small town filled with dark secrets. "If you like Grady Hendrix's novels, Clive Barker, or just a dash of Lovecraftian horror, you're going to love this one." San Francisco Book Review Peter Larkin Lark to his friendsis a local hero in the small town of Wofford Falls. The one who went to the big city, found fame in the art world, then returned home to settle down. He's the kind of guy who becomes fast friends with almost anyone. His sister, Betsy, is talented as well. And eccentric. Unlike Lark, she keeps to herself. When Lark meets with a fabulously rich client, it seems like a regular transaction. Even being met at the gate of the sprawling, secluded estate by an intimidating security guard seems normal. Until the guard plays him a live feed: Betsy being abducted in real time. Lark is informed that she's safe for now, but her well-being is entirely in his hands. He's given a book. Do what the book says, and Betsy will go free.'Marino draws readers in quickly, creating sympathy for the characters, unveiling the necessary details to immerse them in a world of art, siblings, deadly intrigue, and a centuries-long nefarious quest. Dread is present from the start, but it quickly escalates into a disorienting cosmic terror that touches everyone.'Booklist'Marino offers horrors both existential and visceral.' M. R. Carey, author of The Girl with All the Gifts,on The Seven Visitations of Sydney Burgess'Dark and fascinating . . . Not quite like anything I've ever read before. A strange, compelling, late-night page-turner. It kept me reading way past my bedtime.' T. Kingfisher, author of The Hollow Places?,on The Seven Visitations of Sydney BurgessAlso by Andy Marino:The Seven Visitations of Sydney Burgess.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From the globally bestselling author of The Witcher comes the final book in the rich historical epic, the Hussite trilogy. Join Reynevanscoundrel, magician, possibly a foolas he embarks on a last great adventure across the war-riddled landscape of 15th century Bohemia.After his adventures in The Tower of Fools and Warriors of God, Reynevan is on the run again, harried by enemiessome human, and some mysticalat every turn. These are cruel and dangerous times for a man such as Reynevan, and to survive, he must set aside his history as a peaceful healer and idealist and play the brutal role of Hussite spy as crusades sweep through Silesia and the Czech Republic, and the world around him is forever changed.Praise forthe Hussite Trilogy:"A ripping yarn delivered with world-weary wit, bursting at the seams with sex, death, magic and madness." Joe Abercrombie'This is historical fantasy done right.' Publishers Weekly(starred review)"A fantastic novel thatany fan of The Witcher will instantly appreciate."The Gamer"Sapkowski's energetic and satirical prose as well as the unconventional setting makes thisa highly enjoyable historical fantasy." BooklistTranslated by David FrenchBy Andrzej Sapkowski:The Hussite TrilogyThe Tower of FoolsWarriors of GodLight PerpetualWitcher collectionsThe Last WishSword of DestinyWitcher novelsBlood of ElvesThe Time of ContemptBaptism of FireThe Tower of SwallowsLady of the LakeSeason of Storms.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - THE DARK FANTASY BOOKTOK BLOCKBUSTERIn this dark fantasy sensation, S. T. Gibson spins the gothic, seductive tale of Dracula's first bride, Constanta.'An intoxicating perfume that lingers-an undying love story where beauty and horror clasp hands.' -Rachel Gillig, author of One Dark WindowThis is my last love letter to you, though some would call it a confession . Saved from the brink of death by a mysterious stranger, Constanta is transformed from a medieval peasant into a bride fit for an undying king. But when Dracula draws a cunning aristocrat and a starving artist into his web of passion and deceit, Constanta realizes that her beloved is capable of terrible things. Finding comfort in the arms of her rival consorts, she begins to unravel their husband's dark secrets. With the lives of everyone she loves on the line, Constanta will have to choose between her own freedom and her love for her husband. But bonds forged by blood can only be broken by death. 'A dizzying nightmare of a romance that will leave you aching, angry and ultimately hopeful.' -Hannah Whitten, New York Times bestselling author of For the Wolf'Perfect for readers interested in creative, gritty, and steamy horror retellings.' -Library Journal'Dark, lush and heartrendingly romantic.' -Lyndall Clipstone, author of Lakesedge.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A deadly coup within the Wizard's Guild leaves the Witcher, Geralt of Rivia, gravely injured, and his ward Ciri missing in the third novel of Andrzej Sapkowski's groundbreaking epic fantasy series that inspired the hit Netflix show and the blockbuster video games in hardcover for the first time! ?TheNew York Timesbestselling series ?Over Fifteen Million Copies Sold Worldwide ?World Fantasy Award Winning Author ?David Gemmell Legend Award Winning Author ?Named One of the Greatest Book Series of All Time byForbes The Wizards Guild has been shattered by a coup, an uprising that has left Geralt seriously injured. The Witcher is supposed to be a guardian of the innocent, a protector of those in need, a defender against powerful and dangerous monsters that prey on men in dark times. But now that dark times have fallen upon the world, Geralt is helpless until he has recovered. While war rages across the lands, the future of magic is under threat and those sorcerers who survive are determined to protect it. It's an impossible situation in which to find one girlCiri, the heiress to the throne of Cintrauntil a rumor places her in the Niflgaard court, preparing to marry the Emperor. Injured or not, Geralt has a rescue mission on his hands.Witcher collectionsThe Last Wish Sword of DestinyWitcher novelsBlood of Elves The Time of Contempt Baptism of Fire The Tower of Swallows Lady of the Lake Season of Storms Crossroads of RavensHussite TrilogyThe Tower of Fools Warriors of God Translated from original Polish by David French.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The world is at war and the prophesied savior is nowhere to be found. The Witcher, Geralt of Rivia, races to find her in the fourth novel of Andrzej Sapkowski's groundbreaking epic fantasy series that inspired the hit Netflix show and the blockbuster video games in hardcover for the first time! ?TheNew York Timesbestselling series ?Over Fifteen Million Copies Sold Worldwide ?World Fantasy Award Winning Author ?David Gemmell Legend Award Winning Author ?Named One of the Greatest Book Series of All Time byForbes The world has fallen into war. Ciri, the child of prophecy, has vanished. Hunted by friends and foes alike, she has taken on the guise of a petty bandit and lives free for the first time in her life. But the net around her is closing. Geralt, the Witcher, has assembled a group of allies including Dandelion, Milva, Regis, and Cahir, to rescue her. Both sides of the war have sent brutal mercenaries to hunt her down. Her crimes have made her famous. There is only one place left to run. The tower of the swallow is waiting. . .Witcher collectionsThe Last Wish Sword of DestinyWitcher novelsBlood of Elves The Time of Contempt Baptism of Fire The Tower of Swallows Lady of the Lake Season of Storms Crossroads of RavensHussite TrilogyThe Tower of Fools Warriors of God Translated from original Polish by David French.…