Reckoning. A Strange Angels Novel
- 307 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Dru Anderson has battled zombies, djamphirs, and vampires and bloomed into a ful-fledged svetocha, toxic to all vampires, but the worst is yet to come.
Lilith Saintcrow crafts narratives rich with complex characters and dark themes, explored with piercing psychological depth. Her distinctive style features lush language and an immersive atmosphere that draws readers into worlds brimming with intrigue and emotion. Saintcrow delves into questions of morality, identity, and the struggle between good and evil, producing works that provoke contemplation. Her writing is notable for its originality and its capacity to evoke powerful emotional responses.







Dru Anderson has battled zombies, djamphirs, and vampires and bloomed into a ful-fledged svetocha, toxic to all vampires, but the worst is yet to come.
Now that sixteen-year-old Dru's worst fears have come true and Sergej has kidnapped her best friend Graves, she'll have to go on a suicidal rescue mission to bring him back in one piece.That is, if she can put all of Christophe's training to good use, defeat her mother's traitor, Anna, once and for all, and manage to survive another day...
The first two books in Lili St. Crow’s New York Times bestselling Strange Angels series are published together in one volume for the first time!Sixteen-year-old Dru Anderson exploded onto the paranormal scene in Strange Angels—and fought for her life at a secret Schola for djamphir and wulfen teens in Betrayals. Perfectly timed to lead up to the publication of series finale Reckoning, this omnibus edition is a must-have for all Dru’s fans as well as readers of Vampire Academy, House of Night, and The Darkest Powers.
The second novel in the Strange Angels series follows Dru Anderson, a tough teen hero reminiscent of Buffy.
Dru's best friend, Graves, and her strange and handsome savior, Christophe, are ready to help her take on the ultimate evil. But will their battle for Dru's heart get in the way of her survival?
Jill Kismet returns in the thrilling conclusion of Lilith Saintcrow's urban fantasy series. Awakening in her own grave with no memory of how she got there, she is determined to cleanse the night of evil, armed only with her name: Jill Kismet.
Ginny Mills, working at a small-town library in Cotton Crossing, sees her job as a temporary stop before returning to a bustling city. However, when the phones suddenly go dead, her mundane routine is disrupted, leading to unexpected challenges and revelations. As she navigates this crisis, Ginny's perspective on her life and the town begins to shift, forcing her to confront what she truly values.
Cotton Crossing was a dead end, but not for Ginny Mills. She's just marking time, getting experience in the county library system, before moving back to a decent urban environment. Then the phones stop working. Lee Quartine knows there's no way the pretty girl at the library will even look at him. Especially since he can't open his mouth. He knows he's a hick, but when the power starts going out and the woods are full of strange creatures, it's good to have someone around who can build a fire. And kill. Ginny and Lee and their small band of survivors can't stay put, and moving is dangerous. The infected are shambling in the hills and the concrete canyons of cities. It's gonna be a long trip...
Tristan d'Arcenne is what he always wished to be -- Vianne di Rocancheil's Consort. But Vianne is no more a noblewoman, she is the Queen of Arquitaine, faced with treachery, invasion, war, and a Consort whose secrets may well shatter their marriage. For before Tristan was hers, he belonged to a King. . .and that King died by Tristan's hand.Arquitaine needs them both. The country is locked in a deadly game whose rules change by the moment. The Queen is an adept player, but hardly ruthless enough. The contest requires a man who has nothing to lose, a man who has already done the worst and will continue to do so for his wife, his country, and his own salvation.The Bandit King approaches. . .
"Solveig and her shieldmaiden have finally made it to Waterstone, a fabled city hidden in a world of frost by ancient magic. Shrouded from the Enemy's gaze, they are safe to rest and regroup-or so they think. Sol suspects their hosts are not as benevolent as they seem. Whispers race through the halls, hinting at self-serving agendas and secret plots. So, as Sol attempts to harness her awakened magic, she must fight for her voice to be heard or risk being used like a pawn in the greater game. But the Enemy always watching and nowhere is truly safe. Before the darkness finds a way in, Sol must decide if she will take up the mantle of power to save not just the home she's left behind, but the future of the world"--
The Cirque de Charnu has come. They will clean out the demons and the suicides, and move on. As long as they stay within the rules, Jill Kismet can't deny them entry. But she can watch--and if they step out of line, she'll send them packing. When Cirque performers start dying grotesquely, Kismet has to find out why, or the fragile truce won't hold and her entire city will become a carnival of horror. She also has to play the resident hellbreed power against the Cirque to keep them in line, and find out why ordinary people are needing exorcisms. And then there's the murdered voodoo practitioners, and the zombies. An ancient vengeance is about to be enacted. The Cirque is about to explode. And Jill Kismet is about to find out some games are played for keeps... Jill Kismet Novels Night Shift Hunter's Prayer Redemption Alley Flesh Circus Heaven's Spite Angel Town Jill Kismet (omnibus) For more from Lilith Saintcrow, check out: Gallow and Ragged Trailer Park Fae Bannon and Clare The Iron Wyrm Affair The Red Plague Affair The Ripper Affair The Damnation Affair (e-only) Dante Valentine Novels Working for the Devil Dead Man Rising Devil's Right Hand Saint City Sinners To Hell and Back Dante Valentine (omnibus) A Romance of Arquitaine Novels The Hedgewitch Queen The Bandit King Blood Call (coming August 2015)
Some cases are unusual - even for Jill Kismet. When her police contact asks her to look into a "suicide", she suddenly finds herself in a labyrinth of deception, drugs, murder -- and all-too-human corruption. The cops are her allies, except for the ones who want her dead. The hellbreed are her targets, except for the ones who might know what's going on. Her city is in danger, time is running out, and each lead only draws her deeper. How far will a hunter go when her city -- and her friends -- are on the line? Just far enough. Step into Redemption Alley... Jill Kismet Novels Night Shift Hunter's Prayer Redemption Alley Flesh Circus Heaven's Spite Angel Town Jill Kismet (omnibus) For more from Lilith Saintcrow, check out: Gallow and Ragged Trailer Park Fae Bannon and Clare The Iron Wyrm Affair The Red Plague Affair The Ripper Affair The Damnation Affair (e-only) Dante Valentine Novels Working for the Devil Dead Man Rising Devil's Right Hand Saint City Sinners To Hell and Back Dante Valentine (omnibus) A Romance of Arquitaine Novels The Hedgewitch Queen The Bandit King Blood Call (coming August 2015)
A fast-paced supernatural thriller series featuring the Devil, bounty hunters, and individuals with extraordinary talents beyond the grave.
Fast-paced, steampunk inspired urban fantasy adventure set in an alternate Victorian London, where detective duo Bannon and Clare will face treason, cannon fire and dark magic.
When a new hellbreed comes calling, playing nice isn't an option. Jill Kismet has no choice but to seek treacherous allies - Perry, the devil she knows, and Melisande Belisa, the cunning Sorrows temptress whose true loyalties are unknown. Kismet knows Perry and Belisa are likely playing for the same thing--her soul. It's just too bad, because she expects to beat them at their own game. Except their game is vengeance. Nobody plays vengeance like Kismet. But if the revenge she seeks damns her, her enemies might get her soul after all... Jill Kismet Novels Night Shift Hunter's Prayer Redemption Alley Flesh Circus Heaven's Spite Angel Town Jill Kismet (omnibus) For more from Lilith Saintcrow, check out: Gallow and Ragged Trailer Park Fae Bannon and Clare The Iron Wyrm Affair The Red Plague Affair The Ripper Affair The Damnation Affair (e-only) Dante Valentine Novels Working for the Devil Dead Man Rising Devil's Right Hand Saint City Sinners To Hell and Back Dante Valentine (omnibus) A Romance of Arquitaine Novels The Hedgewitch Queen The Bandit King Blood Call (coming August 2015)
Lilith Saintcrow's debut novel is a gripping supernatural thriller that captivates readers right from the start.
Another night on the Nightside...An ancient evil looms over Santa Luz. Prostitutes are showing up dead and eviscerated. And Jill Kismet just might be able to get her revenge against an old enemy. There's just one problem. Someone wants Jill dead--again. And if they have to open up Hell itself to kill her, they will. Sometimes, even when you're Jill Kismet, you don't have a prayer... Jill Kismet Novels Night Shift Hunter's Prayer Redemption Alley Flesh Circus Heaven's Spite Angel Town Jill Kismet (omnibus) For more from Lilith Saintcrow, check out: Gallow and Ragged Trailer Park Fae Bannon and Clare The Iron Wyrm Affair The Red Plague Affair The Ripper Affair The Damnation Affair (e-only) Dante Valentine Novels Working for the Devil Dead Man Rising Devil's Right Hand Saint City Sinners To Hell and Back Dante Valentine (omnibus) A Romance of Arquitaine Novels The Hedgewitch Queen The Bandit King Blood Call (coming August 2015)
Dante Valentine's latest adventure is everything you could want and more: an adrenaline-fuelled supernatural thriller with a heroine to die for.
A fabulous fast-paced supernatural thriller, with a supporting cast featuring the Devil, bounty-hunters and people whose talents reach beyond the grave.
Sorcery, seduction and deduction in a series that's perfect for fans of Sherlock Holmes, steampunk or Gail Carriger's Parasol Protectorate series.
16-year-old Dru's psychic abilities helped her father battle zombies and other creatures of the 'Real World', but now she must rely on herself, a 'werwulf'-bitten friend, and a half-human vampire hunter to learn who murdered her parents, and why
Set in a hauntingly atmospheric world, the narrative delves into themes of magic, power, and the consequences of fear. The protagonist grapples with their identity amidst societal persecution and the struggle against dark forces. As alliances are forged and betrayals unfold, the story explores the complexities of witchcraft and its impact on both individuals and communities. Richly woven with historical elements, it invites readers to reflect on the nature of good and evil in a society steeped in superstition.
Vianne di Rocancheil has been largely content to play the gawky provincial. As lady in waiting at the Court of Arquitaine, she studies her books, watches for intrigue, and shepherds her foolhardy Princess safely through the glittering whirl. Court is a sometimes-unpleasant waltz, especially for the unwary, but Vianne treads its measured steps well. Unfortunately, the dance has changed. Treachery is afoot in gilded and velvet halls. A sorcerous conspiracy is unleashed, with blood, death, and warfare close behind. Her Princess murdered and her own life in jeopardy, Vianne must flee, carrying the fate of her land with her--the Great Seal of Arquitaine, awake after its long sleep. Invasion threatens, civil war looms, and the conspiracy hunts for Vianne di Rocancheil, to kill or to use her against all she holds dear. A life of dances, intrigues, and fashion has not prepared her for this. Nor has it prepared her for Tristan d'Arcenne, Captain of the King's Guard and player in the most dangerous games conspiracy can devise. Yet to save her country and avenge her Princesse, Vianne will become what she must, say what she should, and do whatever is required. A Queen can do no less
A new heroine hits the urban fantasy scene in this spectacular series about an exorcist by New York Times bestselling author, Lilith Saintcrow. When things go bump in the night, I bump back. Hard. Every city has a hunter -- someone brave enough, tough enough, and fearless enough to take on the nightside. Santa Luz is lucky. They've got Jill Kismet. With a hellbreed mark on her wrist and a lot of silverjacket ammo, she's fully trained and ready to take on the world. Except the world isn't the problem. The problem is hellbreed thinking they can run her town, and a clutch of nightmarish murders. It looks like a rogue Were is killing his way through Santa Luz, and he's got help. So does Jill--but help isn't what this new hunter needs. She needs a miracle. But miracles are in short supply. Better stick with more ammo... Welcome to the Night Shift... Jill Kismet Novels Night Shift Hunter's Prayer Redemption Alley Flesh Circus Heaven's Spite Angel Town Jill Kismet (omnibus) For more from Lilith Saintcrow, check out: Gallow and Ragged Trailer Park Fae Bannon and Clare The Iron Wyrm Affair The Red Plague Affair The Ripper Affair The Damnation Affair (e-only) Dante Valentine Novels Working for the Devil Dead Man Rising Devil's Right Hand Saint City Sinners To Hell and Back Dante Valentine (omnibus) A Romance of Arquitaine Novels The Hedgewitch Queen The Bandit King Blood Call (coming August 2015)
Demons are preying on schoolchildren in her city, so Francesca Barnes does what any red-blooded librarian would do--she does some research and goes hunting. But Chess has no idea what she's just stepped into or just how special she is.
What happens when you find a way to save your loved one... but the price might not be worth it—the stunning conclusion to New York Times bestseller Lilith Saintcrow’s The Dead God’s Heart Nat Drozdova has crossed half the continent in search of the stolen Dead God’s Heart, the only thing powerful enough to trade for her beautiful, voracious, dying mother’s life. Yet now she knows the secret of her own birth—and that she’s been lied to all her young life. The road to the Heart ends at the Salt-Black Tree, but to find it Nat must pay a deadly price. Pursued by mouthless shadows hungry for the blood of new divinity as well as the razor-wielding god of thieves, Nat is on her own. Her journey leads through a wilderness of gods old and new, across a country as restless as its mortal inhabitants, and it’s too late to back out now. Blood may not always prevail. Magic might not always work. And the young Drozdova is faced with an impossible choice: Save her mother’s very existence... ...or accept the consequences of her own.
Set in a world where magic and danger intertwine, the story follows a young witch grappling with her powers and the responsibilities they bring. As she uncovers dark secrets within her family and confronts external threats, she must navigate a treacherous landscape of betrayal and loyalty. Themes of self-discovery, the struggle between good and evil, and the complexities of love and friendship are woven throughout, creating a captivating narrative that explores the true nature of power and sacrifice.
The story revolves around a woman whose lover is kidnapped, prompting her to take matters into her own hands. As she devises a plan to confront the kidnappers, themes of resilience and determination come to the forefront. The narrative unfolds with tension and unexpected twists, showcasing her resourcefulness and the lengths she will go to reclaim her love. The stakes rise as she challenges her captors, leading to a gripping exploration of loyalty and vengeance.
Set against a backdrop of societal turmoil, the narrative explores the pivotal role of a central character who may hold the key to either saving or destroying her community. As tensions rise, her choices will determine the fate of the Society, leading to profound consequences for all involved. Themes of power, sacrifice, and moral dilemmas are intricately woven throughout, challenging the protagonist to navigate her destiny amidst conflicting loyalties and expectations.
In a world where magic is governed by the manipulation of light, the story follows a young protagonist who discovers their unique ability to harness this power. As they navigate a society divided by fear and ambition, they must confront dark forces that threaten to plunge their realm into chaos. Themes of identity, sacrifice, and the struggle for freedom weave through the narrative, as alliances are formed and betrayals unfold. The journey is one of self-discovery, as the characters grapple with their destinies amidst a backdrop of political intrigue and magical warfare.
Exploring themes of power, fear, and the supernatural, this book delves into the life of a woman accused of witchcraft in a society gripped by paranoia. As she navigates the challenges posed by her community and the dark forces at play, the narrative unfolds with tension and intrigue. The characters are richly developed, showcasing the complexities of human nature and societal judgment. Set against a backdrop of historical witch hunts, it offers a thought-provoking commentary on belief and morality.
American Gods vs. Baba Yaga in this Russian-inspired contemporary fantasy Spring's Arcana, by New York Times bestseller Lilith Saintcrow. Natasha Drozdova is desperate to save a life. Doctors can do little for her cancer-ridden mother, who insists there is only one cure—and that Nat must visit a skyscraper in Manhattan to get it. Amid a snow-locked city, inside a sleek glass-walled office, Nat makes her plea and is whisked into a terrifying new world. For the skyscraper holds a hungry winter goddess who has the power to cure her mother...if Nat finds a stolen object of great power. Now Nat must travel with a razor-wielding assassin across an American continent brimming with terror, wonder, and hungry divinities with every reason to consume a young woman. For her ailing mother is indeed suffering no ordinary illness, and Nat Drozdova is no ordinary girl. Blood calls to blood, magic to magic, and a daughter may indeed save what she loves... ...if it doesn’t consume her first. This is the way to the Dead God’s Heart.
In a world where magic is woven into the very fabric of society, a gifted young protagonist discovers their unique abilities and the responsibilities that come with them. As they navigate treacherous alliances and face dark forces threatening their realm, themes of friendship, sacrifice, and the quest for identity emerge. The journey is filled with thrilling adventures, moral dilemmas, and the exploration of light versus darkness, ultimately leading to a confrontation that could change everything.
"The Black Land is spent myth. Centuries have passed since the Great Enemy was slain. Yet old fears linger, and on the longest night of the year, every village still lights a ritual fire to banish the dark. That is Solveig's duty. Favored by the gods with powerful magic, Sol calls forth flame to keep her home safe. But when her brother accidentally kills a northern lord's son, she is sent away as weregild--part hostage, part guest--for a year and a day. The further north Sol travels, the clearer it becomes the Black Land is no myth. The forests teem with foul beasts. Her travel companions are not what they seem, and their plans for her and her magic are shrouded in secrecy. With only her loyal shieldmaiden and her own wits to reply upon, Sol must master power beyond her imagination to wrest control of her fate. For the Black Land's army stirs, ready to cover the world in darkness--unless Sol can find the courage to stop it."--
The game is afoot! London's geniuses are being picked off by a vicious killer, and Emma Bannon, a sorceress in the service of the Empire, must protect the next target, Archibald Clare. Unfortunately he's more interested in solving the mystery of the murders than staying alive . . . In a world where illogical magic has turned the Industrial Revolution on its head, Bannon and Clare will face dark sorcery, cannon fire, high treason and the vexing problem of reliably finding hansom cabs in the city.
The story revolves around a dedicated protector who faces his toughest challenge yet: ensuring the safety of a woman in peril. As threats loom and danger escalates, he must navigate complex emotions and unexpected obstacles, all while grappling with his own vulnerabilities. Themes of duty, sacrifice, and the struggle between personal feelings and professional responsibilities are intricately woven throughout, creating a gripping narrative filled with suspense and romance.
Suspense and intrigue unfold as a woman becomes the target of multiple observers, each with their own motives. As she navigates the complexities of her life, the tension escalates with the realization that she is under constant surveillance. The story delves into themes of trust, paranoia, and the impact of being watched, leading to a gripping exploration of the unseen forces that shape her reality. With twists and turns, the narrative keeps readers on edge, questioning who truly has her best interests at heart.
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