After Cora Glass's life was stolen by Harrow Faire, things just keep going from bad to worse. Unable to run, unable to escape, there seems to be no way to avoid what she's become the Contortionist. But a girl can only take so much. Haunted by an abandoned and seemingly sentient circus? Fine. The life of her best friend threatened unless she sacrificed herself? Fine. Tormented and stalked by a grinning madman who wanted to kill her, and now wants to do worse? That's where Cora has to draw the line. As she struggles with the knowledge that magic is real and she will never go home again, she is also forced to contend with the advances of a man who may be the devil himself. And just like the tales of old, she finds herself drawn to him. If only Harrow Faire would slow down and give her a second to catch her breath. Too bad that doesn't seem to be in the cards.
Kathryn Ann Kingsley Books
A lifelong storyteller, the author crafts narratives driven by a passion for unique, creative, and unconventional experiences. Her decade of experience writing scripts for stage performances and tourism has honed her ability to create engaging storytelling. Currently serving as Creative Director for a company designing large-scale interactive adventure games, she leverages extensive skills in concept design, set direction, and writing. Her work is characterized by originality and a keen eye for detail, offering readers extraordinary literary adventures.
Cora Glass's humdrum existence as a bank teller flips upside down when a long-abandoned circus mysteriously returns to life. But the entry fee to this big top show is far more than Cora bargained for. A deal struck. A soul...stuck. As Harrow Faire shines a spotlight on Cora, she discovers there are far more secrets in that three-ring nightmare than she could possibly imagine. Trapped in the world of the fiendish and alluring man known as the Puppeteer, Cora finds herself caught in a war between him and the reclusive Mr. Harrow. Both parties will stop at nothing-- even murder-- to get what they want. And what they want... is her.
The Iron Crystal - 1: To Charm a Dark Prince
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
From the USA Today bestselling author of The Unseelie King, a decadent and dark fantasy romance between a tyrant and his captive, perfect for fans of Raven Kennedy and Elise Kova. Unwillingly transported to the magical realm of Avalon, Gwen finds herself in the hands of its dark and beautiful ruler--the reviled Prince in Iron, Mordred. Unlike his uncle, the King Arthur of legend, Mordred is feared as a tyrant, trapping anyone with magic in an enchanted crystal prison. When Gwen is captured after discovering her own magical talents, she strikes a deal with Mordred's enemy: if she can seduce the prince and break the crystal, they will show her how to use her magic to return home. Mordred shows a strange gentleness to Gwen. He allows her to join his court, treating her as a treasured guest. And despite promising each day to imprison her in the crystal, he only draws her closer, fanning the flames of desire between them into an inferno. But how long will his love last when he discovers her betrayal?