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France, 1714: in a moment of desperation, a young woman makes a Faustian bargain to live forever--and is cursed to be forgotten by everyone she meets. Thus begins the extraordinary life of Addie LaRue, and a dazzling adventure that will play out across centuries and continents, across history and art, as a young woman learns how far she will go to leave her mark on the world. But everything changes when, after nearly 300 years, Addie stumbles across a young man in a hidden bookstore and he remembers her name.

Follows Galadriel "El" Higgins, a student at the Scholomance, a magical school fraught with danger where students must constantly fight to survive against malevolent creatures. As El navigates this treacherous environment, she forms unexpected alliances and confronts dark secrets about the school's true purpose.

Two time-traveling agents from warring futures, working their way through the past, begin to exchange letters--and fall in love in this thrilling and romantic book.

Princess Poppy, disguised as a common maiden, grapples with her destiny as the chosen one while navigating a forbidden romance with her guard, Hawke, amidst a world threatened by ancient evils. As secrets unravel and danger looms, Poppy must embrace her true identity to save her kingdom and protect those she loves.

Tells the enchanting tale of a magical competition between two young illusionists, Celia and Marco, who are bound by their mentors to engage in a mysterious contest held within a bewitching circus that only opens at night. As their rivalry transforms into a deep and forbidden love, they must navigate the whimsical yet perilous world of the circus while discovering the true stakes of their game.

A captivating retelling of the Trojan War through the perspective of Patroclus, companion to the legendary warrior Achilles. Through their deep bond, the novel explores themes of friendship, love, and destiny, culminating in a tragic yet beautiful portrayal of their intertwined fates on the battlefield of Troy.

Follows Darrow, a member of the oppressed "Red" class, as he infiltrates the elite Gold society to seek justice for his people. Amidst political intrigue, brutal challenges, and betrayals, Darrow navigates a dangerous game of power and revolution on Mars, where he discovers the true cost of freedom and the lengths he's willing to go to achieve it.

Grumpy and solitary Ove, whose life is disrupted by the arrival of new neighbors and unexpected friendships, gradually reveals the heartwarming story of love, loss, and redemption hidden beneath his rough exterior. As Ove reluctantly opens up to the world around him, the novel beautifully explores themes of community, compassion, and the transformative power of human connection.

A captivating tale set in the world of a traveling circus during the Great Depression, following Jacob Jankowski as he finds refuge and love amidst the chaos of circus life. Through his experiences, including caring for a mistreated elephant named Rosie, Jacob navigates themes of love, loyalty, and survival, offering a poignant reflection on the complexities of human relationships and the resilience of the human spirit.