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<b><i>A golden thread joined them, a bond that went deeper than love </i>-<i> and it had nearly destroyed them.</i></b><br/><br/>Wren Embervale and Torj Elderbrock share a dark and bloody history. With Thezmarr on the brink of another war, and overwhelmed by the force of their feelings for one another, Torj discovers there is far more to their bond than mere passion. The legendary Warsword is determined to protect Wren at all costs, even if it means lying to her . . . Even if it means losing her forever.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Wren is struggling to find her place in the world - both as an advanced student of alchemy at the ancient academy of Drevenor, and as one of the heirs to a lost kingdom. With the midrealms once again facing destruction, Wren must decide: Loyalty or liberation? Legacy or love?<br/><br/>As new political players emerge, Wren discovers that her gift for alchemy is more powerful than she ever imagined - and that it could tear the kingdoms apart.<br/><br/>Will she and Torj find their way back to each other, or will the ancient magic that binds them become their undoing?<br/><br/><b>Perfect for romantasy fans, <i>Thorns & Fire</i>, Helen Scheuerer's spellbinding sequel to <i>Iron & Embers</i>, delivers heart-wrenching choices, a found family to root for and a love that defies the odds.<br/><br/>Tropes include . . .</b><ul><li>Bodyguard romance</li><li>Enemies-to-lovers</li><li>Academia</li><li>Forced Proximity</li><li>Touch her and die</li><li>Found Family</li></ul><b>Readers love <i>Thorns & Fire . . .</i></b><br/><br/>'A captivating romantasy with a slow-burn which will keep you hooked until the end!'<br/><br/>'The chemistry between these two is electric and there were numerous points when I was giggling and kicking my feet.'<br/><br/>'The yearning in this one is absolute perfection.'

King Sorrow [Bok / Inbunden]

<b>'James Payne's YouTube Channel "Great Art Explained" gained a huge and appreciative worldwide audience. This beautifully put-together book is simply the best introduction to the lifelong pleasure and rewards of looking at pictures since Gombrich. An instant classic' Stephen Fry</b><br/><br/> <b>Art appreciation made accessible, relevant and entertaining; writer, curator and YouTuber James Payne demystifies great works of art.</b><br/><br/> Based on the popular and enormously successful YouTube channel of the same name, <i>Great Art Explained</i> unveils the fascinating stories behind some of the world's most iconic paintings and sculptures, proving that there's more to art than just watching paint dry. It can be thrilling, if you give it a chance. It is how you view the work, place it in context and understand its history that makes an artwork truly come alive.<br/><br/> A fresh approach to a classic subject, James Payne's no-nonsense analysis sheds new light on thirty different masterpieces from around the globe and reveals what makes them truly timeless works of art. Each chapter delves into not only the art itself but also the artist's life, as well as the work's place in their wider oeuvre; in other words, what makes it 'great'. From Hilma af Klint's occult altarpieces to Claude Monet's <i>Water Lilies</i>, Botticelli's <i>The Birth of Venus</i> to Georgia O'Keeffe's <i>Jimson Weed</i>, each artwork is explored with clarity and passion.<br/><br/> Whether a seasoned art enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this book promises to deepen your appreciation and enrich your understanding of some of the world's greatest treasures.

The Bond That Burns (deluxe Limited Edition) [Bok / Inbunden]

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Alchemist. Poisoner. Reluctant queen.<br/><br/>Wren Embervale knows her duty demands a crown, even if it means a strategic betrothal to the influential Lord Darian Devereux. Their arranged marriage promises the formidable army she needs to wrestle her kingdom from the clutches of the tyrannical usurper, Silas. Yet Wren's heart still belongs to Torj Elderbrock, her soul-bonded Warsword.<br/><br/>Torn between her pragmatic alliance and the visceral pull of her bond with Torj, Wren must navigate a treacherous landscape of courtly intrigue and looming war. As Silas's shadow alchemy tightens its grip on the midrealms and a creeping poison steals Torj's strength, Wren's carefully constructed facade begins to crack . . .<br/><br/>Can Wren play the dutiful fiancee to secure her throne while her body and soul yearns for the warrior who would lay down his life for her? Or will the tangled threads of political necessity leave her kingdom - and her heart - in ashes?<br/><br/><b>From Helen Scheuerer, the <i>Sunday Times</i> bestselling author of<i> Iron & Embers</i>, discover<i> Silver & Smoke, </i>the blistering finale to the Ashes of Thezmarr series. Perfect for fans of romantasy. </b>Readers love The Ashes of Thezmarr . . .<br/><br/>'Helen is an auto-buy author for me. If she writes it - I'll read it!'<br/><br/>'So much yearning and angst!'<br/><br/><b>'</b>If I had all three of these books in my possession, I would binge-read them and then stare at the wall wondering where I go from here'

<strong>It's THE hottest romantasy sensation that EVERYONE is talking about! </strong> <br/><br/> <strong>What do you get if you mix <em>Fourth Wing </em>with<em> Zodiac Academy</em>, a dash of Arthurian legend, and lots and lots of vampires? </strong> <br/><br/> <strong>Welcome to Bloodwing Academy.</strong> <br/><br/> <strong>Expect magic. Expect competition. Expect blood.</strong> <br/><br/>.......... <br/><br/> <strong>The reader reviews say it all! </strong> <br/><br/><strong>'If you love dragons, academia, trials, vampires, and spice, you will absolutely devour this book!' </strong> <br/><br/><strong>'This is a slow burn romance, and I could barely handle the tension, banter, pining, and angst ... it was immaculate' </strong> <br/><br/><strong>'I think this might be my favourite book of the year - actually, it probably is! From the enticing plot to the angst-filled relationship, everything about it was perfect' </strong> <br/><br/> <strong>'This was definitely like <em>Zodiac Academy</em> meets <em>Fourth Wing</em> but stands on its own. Fae, Vampires, and Dragons! I mean, come on!! How amazing' </strong> <br/><br/>.......... <br/><br/>I didn't sign up for this. <br/><br/>A half-fae in a school of highblood vampires? That's a recipe for torment. <br/><br/>I'm Medra Pendragon - last of the dragon riders, or so they tell me. Funny thing is, there are no dragons left. Not a single one. But somehow, that hasn't stopped the vampires from deciding I'm worth capturing. Now I'm stuck at Bloodwing Academy, where the highbloods run everything and blightborn like me? We're just blood in their veins, pawns in their games. <br/><br/>But that's not even the worst part. Enter Blake Drakharrow. Cold, arrogant, and way too gorgeous for his own good. He's been tormenting me since the moment we met, and now, thanks to some ancient ritual, we're betrothed. He acts like he owns me, but I'm not going down without a fight. <br/><br/>Bloodwing isn't just a school - it's a battlefield. Highbloods fight for power, and if you're weak? You're dead. <br/><br/>Between deadly competitions, lies that could get me executed, and a dragon-shaped secret looming over my head, all I have to do is survive. Easy, right? Except I'm starting to think the real danger isn't the academy - it's what I'm becoming in this twisted game of power. <br/><br/>And Blake? He might just be the one who pushes me over the edge. <br/><br/>They think they can control me. They think they can use me. <br/><br/>But they have no idea what they've awakened. <br/><br/>........ <br/><br/> <strong>Perfect for fans of:</strong> <br/><br/> <strong>Dragons, Vampires and Fae</strong> <br/><br/> <strong>Slow-burn and spice</strong> <br/><br/> <strong>Enemies-to-lovers and fated mates</strong> <br/><br/>.......... <br/><br/> <strong>Readers can't stop praising<em> On Wings of Blood</em>:</strong> <br/><br/> <strong>'These two are everything. Their humour? Their BANTER? God tier' </strong> <br/><br/><strong>'I binged this in two days because I simply couldn't stop. It's a mix of <em>Fourth Wing, Harry Potter, Hunger Games, </em>and <em>Zodiac Academy</em> and I need the next book immediately' </strong> <br/><br/> <strong>'The narrative is flawless and weaves beautifully around a fantastical and timeless dark world' </strong> <br/><br/> <strong>'I laughed, I cried, and I swooned, what more could I ask for?' </strong>