Juliet E. McKenna Books

Swordmaster. . .Ryshad was a warrior, a sworn man pledged to defend the Empire and his lord with his sword and his life. Livak was a thief, a woman as dangerous and cunning as she was beautiful. Brought together by fate--and the wily wizard Shiv--these unlikely allies once traveled to the frozen lands of the North to find answers to an ancient mystery. Instead, though, they discovered death and worse at the hands of the Elietimm, a band of evil sorcerers who nearly destroyed them.Or Slave?Now, the Elietimm have infiltrated the Empire using their strange and deadly power. It is up to a reunited Ryshad and Livak, joined by Shiv, to discover the secret knowledge that can save the Empire--a mission that will lead them far from the lands they know. It is Ryshad, though, who will journey farthest, to a distant country where nothing is what it seems, not even the magical sword that has long protected him. And if that sword should turn against him now...

From the renowned author of "The Chronicles of the Lescari Revolution" and the Tales of Einarinn series comes the first book in a stunning new fantasy series. Original.

It is the summer of 1887 and everyone is looking forward to Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee. Young police constable David Price's greatest concern is how much drunken disorder he and his colleagues will have to deal with. This changes when he is part of a force sent to a Lascar hostel on the docks, to break up a disturbance. The constables arrive to find that trouble hasn't even started. Close to the scene, David discovers an intricate mechanical rat, which is taken from him by a mysterious woman. He discovers she is a socialite, a friend of the royal family, and the eldest daughter of an Indian rajah. Tracking the princess down to her Richmond home provides the young officer with some answers. Many more questions arise. He finds himself embroiled in a deadly plot to raise racial tensions, set to culminate in a major incident that will rock the capital. Worse, David realises some of his own colleagues are involved. He has no idea who he can trust...

Set in the richly imagined world of Einarinn, this fourth volume continues the gripping saga of adventure and intrigue. Following the events of The Gambler's Fortune, it delves deeper into the lives of its complex characters as they navigate challenges that test their loyalties and courage. With McKenna's signature blend of fantasy and character-driven storytelling, readers can expect an engaging exploration of fate, ambition, and the consequences of choices made in a vibrant, immersive setting.

Lie. Cheat. Bargain. Fight. Accept. Bribe. Conquer. Evade. No matter what humanity tries, Death always wins. Or does it? Discover the answer in The Death of All Things, where twenty-two writers take their shot at the Grim Reaper with explorations of the mythical, fantastical, and futuristic bonds between life and death. Learn the cost of mortality, the perils-and joys-of the afterlife, and the potential pitfalls of immortality ... Featuring stories from: K. M. Laney, Andrea Mullen, Faith Hunter, Kendra Leigh Speedling, Jason M. Hough, Julie Pitzel, Shaun Avery, Christie Golden, Leah Cutter, Aliette de Bodard, Andrew Dunlop, Juliet E. McKenna, A. Merc Rustad, Ville Meriläinen, Amanda Kespohl, Mack Moyer, Fran Wilde, Kathryn McBride, Andrija Popovic, Jim C. Hines, Stephen Blackmoore, and Kiya Nicoll.

Exploring the unsettling dynamics of imaginary friends, the narrative delves into the darker side of companionship. These conjured figures may not offer the solace expected; instead, they harbor their own grievances against those who called them forth. The story weaves in themes of daydreams and nightmares, blurring the line between comfort and fear, as characters confront the eerie presence of shadows that might be more than mere figments of imagination.

This collection features compelling tales from top women writers in genre fiction, showcasing female strength through diverse narratives. Readers will encounter a variety of settings, including space operas, futuristic conflicts, medieval battles, and urban fantasy. The characters, whether fierce warriors or hesitant fighters, embody resilience and determination, proving that they are not mere stereotypes but formidable protagonists ready to take on challenges. Each story celebrates the essence of fighting with courage and tenacity.

Four women, four destinies - the future of King Arthur's court...

Livak, die Diebin, ist erneut im Fokus. Sie hütet das alte Geheimnis der Magie, das sowohl Reichtümer als auch Gefahren birgt. Die bösartigen Elietimm sind hinter diesem Geheimnis her. Dies ist das dritte abgeschlossene Abenteuer aus der Welt von Einarinn.

In Einarinn kennt nur eine kleine Elite das Geheimnis der Magie, während Livak, eine Diebin, in Schwierigkeiten gerät, als sie ein altes Artefakt stiehlt, das möglicherweise das Geheimnis der Magie birgt. Plötzlich wird sie von verschiedenen Gruppen verfolgt und muss das Spiel ihres Lebens spielen.