Oblivious of the independent, cruel plans time had for them, the un-informed kids, Kalindi and Savitri, dreamt of an unpunctuated future together where rainbows abound. “I don’t mind a husband who doesn’t die,” Savitri confided in Kalindi. “Me neither,” Kalindi dittoed, and before leaving for her boarding school, she promised Savitri to write to her regularly and come back for her with a firm, actionable plan. Time, busy dotting the ‘Is and crossing the ‘Ts, seemed to have fallen in love with its cruel plan and was impatient to unfurl it without further ado. Much before the kids could exchange their first letter, their dream world somersaulted, crashed and was dispatched to unforeseen, deep and dark unrelenting confines of earth, personally guarded by Yama. Kalindi did come back but without a plan as she had promised earlier. Protected by her mother’s love shield, Kalindi returned to her school without saying goodbye, and buried herself in her books, charting a path of high education and a career in a top consulting firm in America, earning big dollars, and didn’t look back. Recently, after repeated cajoling from her father, she moved back to India and travelled to Benaras. The visit, to her, was a shock beyond her, and all she wanted to do was run away from Benaras as fast as she could. But could she?

What does it take to be happily ever after?For Sage Hope Emerson, it was meeting Aidan Adrian Nix, a handsome fae with forest green eyes......But, it was more about discovering the truth - a truth that has been a part of her identity ever since she was born, but of which she was completely unaware.Follow Sage's journey of love and vengeance, to seek the truth and achieve what's truly hers.

An Unexpected Partnership Arriving in Texas, cowboy Jared Ivy discovers the grandfather he hardly remembers has passed away…and an unknown woman has claimed ownership of his family's newspaper. Jared has the will that proves he's the owner—but the sheriff refuses to enforce it. Instead, Jared must work with Mary Lou Ellison until a judge comes to town and rules in favor of the rightful heir. Intrepid reporter Mary Lou has already lost her father figure. And she won't lose the Pine Haven Record—the legacy he left her—without a fight. But when she and Jared stop sparring long enough to investigate a story together, they become a force to be reckoned with. Will they let their battle over the Record get in the way of something even more newsworthy: true love?

Perfect for fans of Robert Beatty and Shannon Hale comes a magical new middle grade fantasy series about a young shapeshifter trying to save her family. Deep within an enchanted forest lies a castle where a set of triplets and their sorceress mother have lived for years--safe from the decades-long war for the Raven Throne that rages in the kingdom. Cordelia, one of the triplets, has the power to become any animal with just a thought, and she yearns to discover more about the world outside her castle. But one day, the world comes to her, when the eldest of the triplets becomes the newest heir to the throne. Knowing that being named heir means certain death, Cordelia's mother hid the truth about which child is the eldest when she hid them in the forest. When her family is captured, it's up to Cordelia to use her powers to keep her siblings hidden and discover the truth about the Raven Heir--before it's too late. From the author of The Dragon with a Chocolate Heart comes a thrilling new fantasy full of magic, adventure, and the power of family. Acclaim for The Dragon with a Chocolate Heart A Kids' Indie Next List Pick An Amazon Best Book of the Month A Mighty Girl Best Book of the Year A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year A VOYA Top Shelf Pick

Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.

Sayid al Kadar was trained from childhood to be a warrior. He's fought, he's conquered—but was never meant to rule… Thrust reluctantly to the throne, Sheikh Sayid is shocked to discover a child who is his country's true heir, and he'll do anything to protect him, even if it means taking on the child's aunt! Chloe James might behave like a tigress protecting her cub, but this trained soldier can see her weak spot. Taking Chloe as his bride would appease the people of his kingdom, and provide the perfect outlet for the blistering chemistry between them….

In her Baby Business trilogy, USA TODAY bestselling author Katherine Garbera starts with just one night… Cari Chandler can't forget Declan Montrose. Their baby is a living reminder. The baby she hasn't told him about. The no-commitment billionaire—and her family's sworn enemy—walked out of her life the morning after. But now he's back…with a vengeance! Taking over her company is the last step to victory in their families' long feud. But Cari's more than collateral damage to Dec. He wants—needs—to seduce her again and again. Until he finds out she's hidden something more precious than her company. His son. And Dec intends to claim him…no matter the cost.

In a realm ravaged by death and destruction, Nardus and his allies refuse to accept defeat. As the malevolent Aria and her dragon unleash chaos upon the land, the survivors must gather their shattered strength to fight back. As Aria ascends the throne, her thirst for revenge intensifies, particularly against Nardus and his friends who managed to elude her grasp. Threatening the populace with further devastation, she demands their surrender. Meanwhile, Nardus and his companions find themselves stranded in the enigmatic library of Nasduron. Determined to find a way back and armed with ancient prophecies, they embark on a quest to decipher the secrets that will enable them to vanquish the formidable dragon that plagues their world. Amidst the looming war, the ambitious dragon sets his sights on the ultimate prize--the dragon throne, the final symbol of power yet unconquered. Can a greater force rise to challenge him? When hope seems all but lost, a legendary figure, the flamewalker, emerges as a beacon of salvation. Whispers of ancient prophecies surround him. Will this enigmatic figure prove to be the key to saving their world from the clutches of Aria and her merciless dragon? As the forces of good and evil converge, an epic clash ensues. Dragons soar through the skies, wizards and sorceresses unleash their arcane powers, while armies of orcs and gnolls clash on the blood-soaked ground. Amidst the chaos, the ultimate question remains unanswered: who will emerge victorious in this cataclysmic battle? And who holds the true claim to the throne, the destiny of the realm hanging in the balance? Prepare to be captivated by this thrilling fantasy adventure, where alliances are tested, secrets unravel, and the destiny of an entire realm is decided. In a world torn apart by power, magic, and ancient prophecies, the true heir shall be revealed, but at what cost? The Dark Heart Chronicles reaches its riveting conclusion in True Heir, a tale of enduring friendship, perilous quests, and epic dragon wars. Will you dare to enter a realm teetering on the edge of destruction, where heroes and villains blur, and the fate of the realm rests upon the courage of a chosen few? Buy True Heir and inherit the realm today!