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Forbidden Tomes

Author : S.A. Beck
Publisher : Beck Books
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 242 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Forbidden Tomes written by S.A. Beck and published by Beck Books. This book was released on with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After a crazy summer experiencing the hidden world of ghosts, black magic, monsters, and wizards, Della looks forward to the normalcy of studying archaeology at Oxford University. Until Lucas calls about trouble in London. When Montague’s estate is broken into by a fire spirit, Della and her friends must figure out who sent this spirit to steal Montague’s rare occult books. Soon, they are packing their bags for Orkney, an archipelago off the coast of Scotland. To Della’s chagrin, Lucas’s ex, Cassandra, who also has formidable Talent, joins them. So does Della’s ex, Sebastian, naive to the magical world but with a surprising hidden Talent of his own. To complicate things even more, their tour guide in Orkney is a handsome grad student studying folklore who immediately takes a shine to Della. But Della is too distracted by the powerful earth energy of the ley lines warning of the dark events to come. Strange creatures and deadly ancient spells are in their path as they fight to restore natural order in the world without being noticed. Even if Detective Chief Inspector Matthews is on their tail… Read the entire Earth Grid series for character development and more intriguing plot lines based on real history, folklore, theories, and settings in the UK. Keywords: new adult Fantasy book series Teen Fantasy Myths and English folklore Young Adult Mysteries and Thrillers Young Adult Action Thriller Teen Romantic Mystery Young Adult Romantic Suspense Coming of age magic fantasy series Urban Fantasy Mystery Series

The Dictionary of Demons

Author : Michelle Belanger
Publisher : Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN 13 : 0738727458
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (387 download)

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Download or read book The Dictionary of Demons written by Michelle Belanger and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 2010-10-08 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Dictionary of Demons starts with a simple premise: names have power. In medieval and Renaissance Europe, it was believed that speaking a demon's true name could summon it, compel it, and bind it. Occult scholar Michelle Belanger has compiled the most complete compendium of demonic names available anywhere, using both notorious and obscure sources from the Western grimoiric tradition. Presented alphabetically from Aariel to Zynextyur, more than 1,500 demons are introduced, explored, and cross-referenced by theme and elemental or planetary correspondence. This meticulously researched reference work features fascinating short articles on demonology and a wealth of woodcuts, etchings, and paintings depicting demons through the ages.

Nocturnicon

Author : Konstantinos
Publisher : Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN 13 : 0738708321
Total Pages : 218 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (387 download)

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Download or read book Nocturnicon written by Konstantinos and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 2005 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For those attracted to the occult, the author of "Nocturnal Witchcraft" presents a collection of magickal techniques for working with dark forces.

Dark Souls : Beyond the Grave - Volume 2

Author : Damien Mecheri
Publisher : Third Editions
ISBN 13 : 237784233X
Total Pages : 338 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (778 download)

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Download or read book Dark Souls : Beyond the Grave - Volume 2 written by Damien Mecheri and published by Third Editions. This book was released on 2019-02-19 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We thought we had gone through the topic in the first volume, those two games opened new pists of reflexions. The in-depth analysis of Hidetaka Miyazaki's Dark Souls saga continues with this volume 2, decoding the Bloodborne and Dark Souls III episodes. An indinspensale ebook for all the fans of the game Dark Souls ! EXTRACT "The project, christened Project Beast, began soon after the Astorias of the Abyss DLC was released in August 2012. At the time, FromSoftware was also beginning to build Dark Souls II, its cash cow. Miyazaki kept his distance from this sequel, which was handed off to Tomohiro Shibuya and Yui Tanimura, with support from the FromSoftware president and creator of King’s Field, Naotoshi Zin, who supervised the game system. On his end, Hidetaka Miyazaki formed a trusted team of regular collaborators, such as lead programmer Jun Itô (who had already filled this role for Demon’s Souls and Dark Souls), composer and lead sound designer Tsukasa Saitô (Armored Core games), and most of his regular artists: Daisuke Satake, Masanori Waragai and Hiroshi Nakamura. The success of Demon’s Souls, and the even greater success of Dark Souls, allowed FromSoftware to grow its ranks significantly. In total, no fewer than fifty programmers participated in the project, along with around twenty game system designers and fifty people working on visual creation (animation, scenery, characters, etc.). Thanks to financial support from Sony, many Japanese, Chinese and Taiwanese studios were sub-contracted during the production to help with graphics and visuals." ABOUT THE AUTHORS Passionate about films and video games, Damien Mecheri joined the writers team of Gameplay RPG in 2004, writing several articles for the second special edition on the Final Fantasy saga. He continued his work with the team in another publication called Background, before continuing the online adventure in 2008 with the site Gameweb.fr. Since 2011, he has come aboard Third Éditions with Mehdi El Kanafi and Nicolas Courcier, the publisher’s two founders. Damien is also the author of the book Video Game Music: a History of Gaming Music. For Third Éditions, he is actively working on the “Level Up” and “Année jeu vidéo” collections. He has also written or co-written several works from the same publisher: The Legend of Final Fantasy X, Welcome to Silent Hill: a journey into Hell, The Works of Fumito Ueda: a Different Perspective on Video Games and, of course, the first volume of Dark Souls: Beyond the Grave. Curious by nature, a dreamer against the grain and a chronic ranter, Sylvain Romieu is also a passionate traveler of the real and the unreal, the world and the virtual universes, always in search of enriching discoveries and varied cultures. A developer by trade, he took up his modest pen several years ago to study the characteristics and richness of the marvelously creative world of video games. He writes for a French video game site called Chroniques-Ludiques, particularly on the topic of RPGs, his preferred genre.

The Misfit of Demon King Academy: Volume 7 (Light Novel)

Author : SHU
Publisher : J-Novel Club
ISBN 13 : 1718387628
Total Pages : 376 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (183 download)

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Download or read book The Misfit of Demon King Academy: Volume 7 (Light Novel) written by SHU and published by J-Novel Club. This book was released on 2024-09-06 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In order to stop Jiordal from attacking the surface, the dome that covered the underground world was turned into an eternal existence through the power of the Sword of the Almighty. But once the dome was removed from the order of the world, earthrain began to fall, threatening to destroy all life in the underground world. To prevent such tragedy, Anos and his followers head towards one of the three major nations of the underground world: Agatha, the land of knights ruled by an all-seeing prophet. There, they encounter a draconid fated to be sacrificed to the dragons—dragons that consume enough sources give birth to “dragonborn.” What will happen when Anos and everyone meet these dragonborn meant to support the entire underground world? The story continues in volume 7, Agatha Prophecy Arc!

The Forbidden Wish

Author : Jessica Khoury
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1595147683
Total Pages : 354 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (951 download)

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Download or read book The Forbidden Wish written by Jessica Khoury and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-01-24 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Lush, romantic, and exquisitely written . . . a rare, glittering jewel of a novel."—Sarah J. Maas, author of the New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series "This is Aladdin like you've never imagined."—Renée Ahdieh, author of The Wrath and the Dawn She is the most powerful Jinni of all. He is a boy from the streets. Their love will shake the world. . . . When Aladdin discovers Zahra's jinni lamp, Zahra is thrust back into a world she hasn't seen in hundreds of years—a world where magic is forbidden and Zahra's very existence is illegal. She must disguise herself to stay alive, using ancient shape-shifting magic, until her new master has selected his three wishes. But when the King of the Jinn offers Zahra a chance to be free of her lamp forever, she seizes the opportunity—only to discover she is falling in love with Aladdin. When saving herself means betraying him, Zahra must decide once and for all: is winning her freedom worth losing her heart? As time unravels and her enemies close in, Zahra finds herself suspended between danger and desire in this dazzling retelling of the Aladdin story from acclaimed author Jessica Khoury.

The Weight Within

Author : Uemerson Silva
Publisher : Uemerson Silva
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 98 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Weight Within written by Uemerson Silva and published by Uemerson Silva. This book was released on 2023-05-18 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unleash the enigmatic power of "The Weight Within" and embark on an extraordinary journey that will shatter your perceptions and captivate your soul. Awaken your curiosity as you enter a world where forgotten knowledge merges with the wonders of a technologically advanced future. Brace yourself for an immersive adventure filled with suspense, emotion, and an insatiable thirst for answers. Enter the captivating tale of a courageous protagonist, driven by an insatiable desire to uncover the truth. Guided by the wisdom of philosophers and profound thinkers, she unravels the secrets concealed within ancient manuscripts, delving into a labyrinth of mystery. Feel the weight she carries within, an enigmatic force that pulses with hidden significance, beckoning her to unlock its true purpose. As she embarks on her quest, resistance looms, fearfully guarding the transformative potential of her journey. Witness the blurred lines between humanity and the dominion of cutting-edge technology, as a futuristic world teeters on the precipice of unprecedented change. Will her power ignite a revolution that shakes the foundations of their existence? Prepare to be captivated by a tapestry of intrigue, mystery, and self-discovery that will challenge your perceptions and push the boundaries of your imagination. Immerse yourself in the profound impact of words as they unravel enigmatic truths and lead you down an uncharted path of revelation. Join this extraordinary protagonist as she unravels the secrets of the past, igniting a journey that will forever alter your perception of reality. Steel yourself for an epic, thought-provoking adventure that will leave you breathless, yearning for the unknown. Let's uncover the mysteries, challenge the boundaries, and ignite a passion for discovery. The power to unleash the extraordinary lies within your hands. Are you ready to embark on this remarkable journey?

Rockstar Witch: The Complete Series

Author : Odette C. Bell
Publisher : Odette C. Bell
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 802 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Rockstar Witch: The Complete Series written by Odette C. Bell and published by Odette C. Bell. This book was released on with total page 802 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The complete Rockstar Witch series. Follow Charlotte and Jake on their fight for his life in this four-book boxset. Okay. You probably won’t believe this, but Charlotte’s a magical librarian. She’s got the obligatory glasses, wears tartan skirts, and can’t stand up for herself, even when pushed. But then she runs into the hottest vampire rockstar in the world… and he falls for her. It doesn’t matter if you can’t believe it – neither can Charlotte. When Jake Carlisle has his true-mate response for her, she does anything to run, but there’s nowhere to hide, unfortunately. For Jake is a hunted man. When strange things start happening to Charlotte and a new power arises, Jake will be the only one who can keep her safe. But you can’t save someone from destiny, no matter how hard you try. When fate comes for Charlotte, it’ll come for the whole city, too, and anything that dares to stand in its way. …. Rockstar Witch follows a librarian and a vampire rockstar fighting a magical curse. If you love your urban fantasies with action, heart, and a splash of romance, grab Rockstar Witch: The Complete Series today and soar free with an Odette C. Bell boxset. Rockstar Witch is the 3rd Your True Vampire series. In a world where vampires know their true love at first sight, love brings trouble. Packed with action, wit, humor, and a dash of romance, you can read them separately, so plunge in today.

Rockstar Witch Book Two

Author : Odette C. Bell
Publisher : Odette C. Bell
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 239 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Rockstar Witch Book Two written by Odette C. Bell and published by Odette C. Bell. This book was released on with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Well, there’s no going back now, is there? Technically, Jake Carlisle just kissed Charlotte. Except he didn’t kiss her. He was just teaching her to control her magic. Something she desperately must learn to do. It’s that, or her gates will do more harm than good. With Theodore on the war path, after more books and power, Charlotte must navigate him while dodging an all-new threat – Monique Fairweather. There’s only so long Charlotte can hide her powers. Even with Jake’s help, they will reveal themselves. And when they do, they’ll do it with a bang, a crackle, and somehow, another kiss. …. Rockstar Witch follows a librarian and a vampire rockstar fighting a magical curse. If you love your urban fantasies with action, heart, and a splash of romance, grab Rockstar Witch Book Two today and soar free with an Odette C. Bell series. Rockstar Witch is the 3rd Your True Vampire series. In a world where vampires know their true love at first sight, love brings trouble. Packed with action, wit, humor, and a dash of romance, you can read them separately, so plunge in today.

The Gentleman's Magazine

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 632 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (321 download)

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Download or read book The Gentleman's Magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 1885 with total page 632 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Troupers

Author : Richard Scarsbrook
Publisher : Cormorant Books
ISBN 13 : 1770866310
Total Pages : 178 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (78 download)

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Download or read book The Troupers written by Richard Scarsbrook and published by Cormorant Books. This book was released on 2021-10-02 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Trouper-Royale Orpheum Galaxie Theatre is a jewel in the entertainment crown of Niagara Falls. At least, that’s what the marquee out front says. To the Fabulous Trouper Quintuplets their family’s old theatre is a thorn in the crown of their adolescent memories. Under their famous-child-actor-turned-director father’s overbearing, and narcissistic eye, the quintuplets are raised on a strict diet of Golden Age entertainment and homeschooling to mold them into the best actors of their generation. But through a series of hilarious and tragic events, the siblings begin to develop their own personalities and ambitions, rebelling against their father’s aspirations for them. The tension rising from the quintuplets’ newfound individualism sparks an onstage brawl during a performance on their 18th birthday that changes the trajectory of all their lives. Twenty years later, the quintuplets reunite for the reading of their father’s will and his demand for one last performance.

The Gentleman's Magazine and Historical Review

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 760 pages
Book Rating : 4.P/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book The Gentleman's Magazine and Historical Review written by and published by . This book was released on 1854 with total page 760 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Sisren's Betrayal

Author : Kristian Alva
Publisher : Dragon Stone Books
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 216 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sisren's Betrayal written by Kristian Alva and published by Dragon Stone Books. This book was released on with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: SISREN'S BETRAYAL is the ninth and final book in Kristian Alva's bestselling Dragon Stone Saga. The Shadow Grid has plundered and destroyed the city of Miklagard. Aonach Tower has been razed to the ground. The High Council is scattered, and many councilmembers are dead. The dragon riders search desperately for their kidnapped leader while a sinister plot unravels in Everwood Forest. In the face of so much chaos and death, how will the dragon riders defeat an old enemy whose intent is to destroy them all?

Dungeoneer Adventures 2

Author : Ben Costa
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1665910720
Total Pages : 336 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (659 download)

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Download or read book Dungeoneer Adventures 2 written by Ben Costa and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2023-05-02 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Last Kids on Earth gets a fantasy twist in this high-stakes second book in the highly illustrated middle grade Dungeoneer Adventures series following Coop and his friends as they face dangerous rivals looking to get revenge on the academy. Coop Cooperson thought he was settling into life as the only human at Dungeoneer Academy, but no one will even remember his Mushroom Maze victory if he keeps failing Riddles and Runes class. Adding insult to injury is the new kid, Kody, who everyone—including Coop’s best friends on the Green Team—thinks is so great…but Coop is convinced there’s more to Kody than meets the eye. But it’s not just the arrival of Kody; other things seem off at the Academy. After a serious incident at the school dance, Coop, Oggie, Daz, and Mindy, plus a few other students new and old, realize they must step up to try and stop whoever’s wreaking havoc. But the villains are even more dangerous than anyone realizes…and they have a serious vendetta against Dungeoneer Academy. Coop and his friends put their best junior dungeoneer skills to the test, but their foes are always one step ahead. Can they figure out how to stop them and save Dungeoneer Academy before it’s too late?

The Darkwood Trilogy

Author : Anthea Sharp
Publisher : Fiddlehead Press
ISBN 13 : 1680131524
Total Pages : 1179 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (81 download)

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Download or read book The Darkwood Trilogy written by Anthea Sharp and published by Fiddlehead Press. This book was released on 2022-07-24 with total page 1179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two sisters. One enchanted forest. And a dangerous choice that could destroy kingdoms... Swept away from her ordinary life, Rose Valrois finds herself in a world full of secrets and forbidden magic. There she meets her new stepsister, the enigmatic Princess Neeve, who will either become her best friend…or her worst enemy. Three full-length novels - over 700 pages of fantasy adventure! Includes, White as Frost, Black as Night, and Red as Flame. In the shadows of the magical Darkwood, Rose discovers danger and adventure in her quest to uncover the mysteries surrounding her. When she’s rescued by Thorne, the handsome Dark Elf guardian of the forest, he binds her to the Darkwood and forbids her to speak of its secrets. But secrets have a way of getting loose, especially when there’s hidden magic involved, and Rose falls deeper into the thorny tangles of her own past. Her sister, Neeve, is concealing dangerous powers of her own, and the two of them are soon caught up in a destiny that will bring them face-to-face on opposing sides of a deadly magical war. Ultimately, Rose must risk her freedom, her world, and even her truest love to save her sister. Can she bear to make that sacrifice? Does she even have the choice? Called “A fantastical series” by Publisher’s Weekly, USA Today bestselling author Anthea Sharp has crafted a lushly written fairy-tale trilogy weaving elements of Snow White & Rose Red with romance, magic, Cozy fantasy, and secrets that that will change the fate of worlds. Will appeal to fans of lush fantasy romance who enjoy Sylvia Mercedes, Elise Kova, Alisha Klapheke, Casey L. Bond, Tessonja Odette, Naomi Novik, and Sharon Shinn. Contains a mild love triangle, hidden magic, unrequited love, cozy fantasy, happily ever afters, fairytale elements, swoony Dark Elves, determined mortals, and an enchanted forest filled with danger and adventure.

Karyana's Journey

Author : Sebastien Busque
Publisher : FriesenPress
ISBN 13 : 152550925X
Total Pages : 453 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (255 download)

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Download or read book Karyana's Journey written by Sebastien Busque and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2018-01-04 with total page 453 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A star is plucked from the heavens, given mortal form, and sent into the world of Medierth. The love of starborn Karyana is the one slim hope that Reveen, exiled Planar of Magic, has for redemption. Such is the will and mercy of the Divine Council. There is one member of council, however, who will stop at nothing to extinguish that faint spark of grace. Xelnos the Planar of Destruction would tear all hope from Reveen once and for all. Working through Pison, a dark assassin of preternatural origin and ability, Xelnos sets his will and hatred in Reveen’s path. But the intricacies of fate are such that none can know the ultimate consequences of any action.

Death of the Disciples - Part Three of the Arlanian Trilogy

Author : Mark O'Doherty
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 1312172770
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (121 download)

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Download or read book Death of the Disciples - Part Three of the Arlanian Trilogy written by Mark O'Doherty and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2014-05-07 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Doctor Zhivago / До́ктор Жива́го - An Epic Novel This is a epic tale about the effects of the Russian Revolution and its aftermath on a bourgeois family. The novel is named after its protagonist, Yuri Zhivago, a physician and poet, and takes place between the Russian Revolution of 1905 and World War II. Dr. Yury Zhivago, Pasternak's alter ego, is a poet, philosopher, and physician whose life is disrupted by the war and by his love for Lara, the wife of a revolutionary. His artistic nature makes him vulnerable to the brutality and harshness of the Bolsheviks. The poems he writes constitute some of the most beautiful writing featured in the novel - which I can confirm, having read the book some 20 years ago: ) The story of 'Doctor Zhivago' is about a complex psychological and detailed panorama of people; their feelings, relationships and companionship spanning several decades. In fact, the two main protagonists in the story - Lara and Yuri Zhivago - are quite unpolitical, and very gentle souls, who would not hurt a fly. In a time where Russian society is marked by great political turmoil, war and oppression, Lara and Yuri Zhivago stand out in this story; both having a great gift for healing people. Zhivago is a skilled physician and Lara a skilled nurse (a great Angel of Healing) - which Russia needed desperately during those times, due to the tremendous suffering. So the two of them make a great team; both of them being contributing greatly to healing Mother Russia: ) Indeed, Russia still needs a lot of healing today. In my opinion, the most tragic failing of today's Russia is that even though Russia is a highly intellectualized society, Russia has regressed into the dark cave of a military dictatorship - where academics, lawyers and opposition leaders are persecuted. This must change - so that the People of Russia can restore Peace and Friendship with their Brothers and Sisters in Ukraine; and also for the sake of future generations in Russia - so that academics, lawyers and opposition leaders can speak their mind, and be allowed to participate in shaping Russia's future. We encourage the People of Russia to implement a peaceful governmental change by forming a new Russian Government - so that Peace and Human Rights can be restored. Love and Light / Президент Российской Федерации / POTUS / UNITED NATIONS / EU / AU / Mark: ) PS: I also would be quite happy to drink a Водка together with my dear friend Vladimir Putin, once he has resigned: )