A vampire finds herself in a hair-raising situation in this Broken Hearts novel from New York Times bestselling author Michele Bardsley. Archaeologists like me, Moira Jameson, are ready for trouble. Okay, maybe not human-species-threatening trouble. Or the kind of trouble that arrives in the form of a sexy werewolf named Drake. Yeah. Werewolf. And I thought ancient curses and walking corpses were a joke. Um…not so much. ’Cause a walking corpse named Karn wants to reveal vampires, and all of parakind, to the humans. And everyone else thinks that’s a bad idea. Then a pyramid mysteriously appears in Broken Heart, Oklahoma, and I’m appointed to get inside, survive booby traps, and awaken two very old, very hungry vampires. Luckily, Drake has my back (and my front). Unfortunately, archaeology sometimes reveals some very nasty surprises. And I'll have to decide between saving myself…or saving the world.

The good news is: He’s tall, dark, and handsome. The bad news is: He’s short-tempered, a bit hairy, and has a tendency to howl at the full moon. ...Which makes bringing him home to meet mom and dad a bit difficult. How do you expect him to meet the family when he’s shedding on the furniture and sharpening his nails? Will he have more in common with the family dog than you? Will he leave you for a hairy hottie? No worries—in this guide, you will learn everything you need to know about these wild boys, including: How to spot a werewolf What to do when he changes shape How to avoid his animalistic mood swings How to destroy the savage beast (before he destroys you!) The best—and worst—werewolf books and films With this book, all ladies in love with lycanthropes learn how to tame their creatures of the night!

Julie Knight never really knew how much her life would change after the death of her father. After returning home to Spring Place, GA, the mysterious animal attacks begin. The small town is in an uproar over the horrific killings. Julie finds herself in danger when the truth of who she is has been revealed. The last of a thousand year old bloodline of Lycans, Guardians of the mysterious Fort Mountain. Daniel Maxwell, the handsome, dark, yet mysterious scientist returns home for the funeral. He has changed, but his love for Julie remains the same. She is what he has always wanted. She is what he needs. He would die for her. He would kill for her. The passions begin to flare and so does the romance between Julie and Daniel. Joining forces with a mysterious group of moon-eyed people, together they must prepare for the ultimate battle-the battle against a deadly pack of werewolves. "I knew that one day I would reach this place in my life: I just didn't realize it would be so soon. Love, I suppose, has no rules and yields to no boundaries. Never knowing when it will strike. Never before would I have imagined I could love someone as deeply as I love him. I would fight for him. I would die for him. This is what I believed. This is the Lycan way. Yes, I could say I love this man more than my own life. It was odd that I would fall in love with someone who needed me as much as I needed him." Can Julie and Daniel's love be strong enough to protect them from their dangerous desires? Or will they be forever lost in the Dark of kNight?

„Magana’s World: J. E. Booker” is a gripping crime thriller set in an alternate reality on the grounds of what was once Warsaw, now known as City 301. It’s a book that blends elements of dark crime with fantasy, creating a fascinating tale of a world brimming with magic, technology, and moral dilemmas. The main character of the novel is James Eric Booker, an American policeman who, as part of an international exchange, finds himself in Europe. His task is to solve criminal mysteries in a world full of contrasts, where magic and technology coexist, and various magical races—from elves to lycans—live alongside humans. City 301 is a place where old beliefs merge with modern inventions, and towering skyscrapers reach the clouds, creating a vision of a futuristic metropolis powered by alternative coal and artificial intelligence. The plot of the book is not only centered around criminal threads but also touches on deeper issues related to racism, discrimination, and rebellion. Through the lens of a dark, dystopian world, the story raises questions about humanity, morality, and the limits of power. The book also addresses themes of the fight for justice in a world ruled by chaos and diversity, both technological and magical. The novel’s style combines cynicism and irony, giving it a unique tone filled with exaggerated, abstract moments. The atmosphere of the book resembles the classic noir crime genre, but with the addition of magical elements and futuristic technologies, making it a perfect choice for fans of both classic crime fiction and fantasy literature. „Magana’s World: J. E. Booker” is a dark, intriguing story that will undoubtedly appeal to readers seeking intense, multi-layered plots. If you’re interested in stories where magic and technology coexist and criminal mysteries intertwine with philosophical questions about the human condition, this book is for you.

In the vein of Kelley Armstrong and Patricia Briggs, Amanda Carlson's debut is a new urban fantasy that rewrites the werewolf myth. . . It's not easy being a girl. It's even harder when you're the only girl in a family of werewolves. But it's next to impossible when your very existence spells out the doom of your race. . . Meet Jessica McClain -- she just became part of the pack.

For centuries werewolves have inspired fear and panic in people. They have been known as creatures of barbarity; however, through the ages they have evolved. Today they continue to have a significant role in storytelling and mainstream media. This book explores the tales that have defined werewolves and examines their place in society today.

A cultural history of the South Bronx that reaches beyond familiar narratives of urban ruin and renaissance, beyond the “inner city” symbol, to reveal the place and people obscured by its myths. For decades, the South Bronx was America’s “inner city.” Synonymous with civic neglect, crime, and metropolitan decay, the Bronx became the preeminent symbol used to proclaim the failings of urban places and the communities of color who lived in them. Images of its ruins—none more infamous than the one broadcast live during the 1977 World Series: a building burning near Yankee Stadium—proclaimed the failures of urbanism. Yet this same South Bronx produced hip hop, arguably the most powerful artistic and cultural innovation of the past fifty years. Two narratives—urban crisis and cultural renaissance—have dominated understandings of the Bronx and other urban environments. Today, as gentrification transforms American cities economically and demographically, the twin narratives structure our thinking about urban life. A Bronx native, Peter L’Official draws on literature and the visual arts to recapture the history, people, and place beyond its myths and legends. Both fact and symbol, the Bronx was not a decades-long funeral pyre, nor was hip hop its lone cultural contribution. L’Official juxtaposes the artist Gordon Matta-Clark’s carvings of abandoned buildings with the city’s trompe l’oeil decals program; examines the centrality of the Bronx’s infamous Charlotte Street to two Hollywood films; offers original readings of novels by Don DeLillo and Tom Wolfe; and charts the emergence of a “global Bronx” as graffiti was brought into galleries and exhibited internationally, promoting a symbolic Bronx abroad. Urban Legends presents a new cultural history of what it meant to live, work, and create in the Bronx.

[Siren Classic: Erotic Romance, Paranormal, Contemporary, Supernatural, Shifter, Werewolves, Romantic Suspense, MF, HEA] Daniella Lawson is hiding from an abusive father. The man she and her mother escaped from when she was still a child. Now, years later he is still searching for her. Fletcher Shaw is an elite enforcer for the Snow Water Lycan pack. He meets Dani at the local bar, where she is a waitress. Fletcher is attracted to her the moment he meets her. But she doesn’t have the scent of his mate. One night while in the woods he catches a whiff of vanilla and ginger. He follows the scent to a small waterfall where a grey she-wolf stands. But she runs away, disappearing into the forest. Fletcher goes after her but loses the scent. He is confused as to why the she-wolf would run away from him. Dani must protect the people she loves from the father who would stop at nothing to get her back. But how long can she hide from her mate?

This volume looks at the history and legends of various mythical creatures.

LIVES WILL BE LOST, love will be tested, and allegiances will be broken, as the war raging between vampires and Knights grows dangerously close. The Alliance is forced to call upon their allies, a powerful breed of warriors known as the Lycans, to fight against the impending onslaught of destruction. Angelo, the warrior king and Tempted Knight, is struggling with his own inner demons, resisting his thirst for blood, while his one true soul mate, Whitney, seeks to save Angelo from those out to harm him and from himself. They will stop at nothing to save each other from certain doom or die trying against all odds. When imminent danger arises, Will their love endure? Can the Alliance prevail? Find out who survives and who becomes a casualty of war.