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This book has quickly gained recognition, becoming an instant Indie and #1 New York Times bestseller. Its compelling narrative and engaging characters have resonated with readers, leading to widespread acclaim and popularity. The story promises to captivate audiences, likely featuring unique themes and a fresh perspective that contribute to its success in the literary world.

A Study in Drowning, Ava Reid's YA debut, blends dark academia and fantasy. Effy Sayre, haunted by visions of the Fairy King, enters a contest to redesign a crumbling estate linked to her favorite author. Rivalry with scholar Preston Héloury unveils dark forces and truths, creating a haunting tale of love, mystery, and institutional critique.

Fair is foul and foul is fair. From the Sunday Timesbestselling author of A STUDY IN DROWNINGcomes a reimagining of Lady Macbeth, Shakespeare's most famous villainess, giving her a voice, a past, and a power that transforms the story men have written for her. The Lady knows the stories- that her eyes induce madness in men. The Lady knows she will be wed to the Scottish brute, who does not leave his warrior ways behind when he comes to the marriage bed. The Lady knows his hostile, suspicious court will be a game of survival, requiring all of her wiles and hidden witchcraft to survive. But the Lady does not know her husband has occult secrets of his own. She does not know that prophecy girds him like armour. She does not know that her magic is greater, and more dangerous, and that it will threaten the order of the world. She does not know this yet. But she will.

The Lady knows the stories: how her eyes induce madness in men. The Lady knows she will be wed to the Scottish brute, who does not leave his warrior ways behind when he comes to the marriage bed. The Lady knows his hostile, suspicious court will be a game of strategy, requiring all of her wiles and hidden witchcraft to survive. But the Lady does not know her husband has occult secrets of his own. She does not know that prophecy girds him like armor. She does not know that her magic is greater and more dangerous, and that it will threaten the order of the world. She does not know this yet. But she will.

Set in a dystopian world controlled by the corporation Caerus, the story follows Inesa, who discovers her mother has offered her as a sacrifice in a deadly spectacle known as the Lamb's Gauntlet. As she fights for survival with her brother, she encounters Melinoë, a skilled assassin grappling with her own haunting past. Their paths intertwine in a chase that challenges their beliefs about survival and redemption, leading to unexpected feelings of love amidst the chaos. Themes of sacrifice, survival, and the quest for identity are central to their journey.

THE SUNDAY TIMES AND NO. 1 NYT BESTSELLING NOVEL, FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE WOLF AND THE WOODSMAN 'A love letter to stories - and to everyone silenced or forgotten in their retelling.' Allison Saft, author of A Far Wilder Magic Effy has always believed in fairy tales. She's had no choice. Since childhood, she's been haunted by visions of the Fairy King. She's found solace only in the pages of Angharad - a beloved epic about a mortal girl who falls in love with the Fairy King, and then destroys him. Effy's tattered copy is all that's keeping her afloat through her stifling first term her prestigious architecture college. So when the late author's family announces a contest to design his house, Effy fells certain this is her destiny. But Hiraeth Manor is an impossible task: a musty, decrepit estate on the brink of crumbling into a hungry sea. And when Effy arrives, she finds she isn't the only one who's made a temporary home there. Preston Héloury, a stodgy young literature scholar, is studying Myrddin's papers and is determined to prove her favourite author is a fraud. As the two rival students investigate the reclusive author's legacy, piecing together clues through his letters, books, and diaries, they discover that the house's foundation isn't the only thing that can't be trusted. There are dark forces, both mortal and magical, conspiring against them - and the truth may bring them both to ruin.

''A tale of fear and survival, hope and yearning and defiance, in timelessly elegant prose. It will enchant you, break your heart, and chill you to the very marrow.' Samantha Shannon on The Wolf and the Woodsman From the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Wolf and the Woodsman comes a gothic retelling of The Juniper Tree, where a young witch seeks to discover her identity and escape the domination of her abusive wizard father. Perfect for fans of Angela Carter, Catherynne M. Valente and Shirley Jackson _________________________________ A gruesome curse. A city in upheaval. A monster with unquenchable appetites. Marlinchen and her sisters are the last true witches in a city shifting from magic to industry. Viewed as little more than tourist traps, they spend their days treating clients with archaic remedies and nostalgic charm, while attempting to placate their tyrannical, xenophobic wizard father, who keeps his daughters locked away in their crumbling home. But at night, they sneak out to revel in the city's thrills, particularly the recently established ballet theatre, where Marlinchen meets a dancer who quickly captures her heart. But as their late-night trysts grow more fervent and frequent, so does the threat of her father's rage. And while their city flourishes, a monster lurks in its midst, borne of intolerance and resentment and suffused with old-world power. Sunday Times bestseller, June 2022 (w/c 27th June 2022)

In this captivating debut inspired by Hungarian history and Jewish mythology, a young pagan woman with hidden powers and a one-eyed captain of the Woodsmen forge an unlikely alliance to confront a tyrant. Évike, the only woman in her forest-veiled village without power, is viewed as an outcast due to her corrupted bloodline—her father was a Yehuli man, despised by the fanatical king. When soldiers from the Holy Order of Woodsmen arrive to claim her for a blood sacrifice, Évike is betrayed by her fellow villagers. However, when monsters attack the Woodsmen, leaving only Évike and the cold captain, they must rely on each other for survival. This captain, Gáspár Bárány, is not just any Woodsman; he is a disgraced prince whose father seeks pagan magic to strengthen his rule. Fearing his cruel brother's ambition to seize the throne and destroy both pagans and Yehuli, Gáspár and Évike form a fragile pact. As they journey from the harsh northern tundra to the smog-filled capital, their initial animosity evolves into affection, united by their shared experiences of alienation. Yet, as Évike reconnects with her estranged father and uncovers her own magic, they must confront the complexities of trust and betrayal in a nation that has never embraced them.

Return to the immersive, lush, and dreamlike world of the instantly bestselling dark academia fantasy A Study in Drowning as the aftermath of their first discovery pulls Effy and Preston on a final adventure and brings their haunting love story to its end in this stunning sequel and final book in the duology. This collector's edition features stunning foil case design, antique-style endpapers, filigree cover, and gorgeous designed edges. All stories come to an end. Effy learned that when she defeated the Fairy King. Even though she may never know exactly what happened at Hiraeth, she is free of her nightmares and is able to pen a thesis with Preston on the beloved national fairytale Angharad. She has finally earned a spot at the literature college, making her the first woman in history to enroll. But some dreams are dangerous, especially when they come true. The entire university--and soon the entire nation--is waiting for her to fail. With the Fairy King defeated and Myrddin's legacy exposed, Effy can no longer escape into fantasy. Who is she without her stories? With Effy under threat, Preston is surprised to discover a rage simmering inside him, ringing in his ears like bells. He begins to dream of a palace under the sea, a world where he is king--visions that start to follow him even in waking. As the war between Llyr and Argant explodes, Effy and Preston find themselves caught in the crossfire: Effy losing her dreams and Preston losing himself in his. Are dreams ever truly just dreams?

Featuring a striking holographic foil case and custom-designed edges, this limited deluxe edition appeals to fans of dystopian romance. It includes unique glitch-effect endpapers and exclusive bonus content, enhancing the reading experience. Ava Reid, a #1 New York Times bestselling author, delivers a gripping narrative that resonates with fans of works like The Last of Us and The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. This edition is a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts alike.