The Mandala Maneuver

The Mandala Maneuver

Author: Christine Pope

Publisher: Dark Valentine Press

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Total Pages: 339

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Alexa Craig is no stranger to her unflattering nickname, “The Ice Queen,” but in her diplomatic career, her reputation as a cool customer has been an asset rather than a liability. Alien ambassador Lirzhan, representing the enigmatic Zhore, is well aware of the suspicion and curiosity that follow his people within the Gaian Consortium. However, the Zhore have always been protective of their secrets…even they encounter someone as captivating as Alexa Craig. But when their vessel falls under attack during a routine flight, these two strangers are thrust into an unlikely partnership, forced to rely on each other’s wits to survive on the ostensibly uninhabited world where their escape pod has crash-landed. As Alexa and Lirzhan uncover the hidden truth that lies beneath the untamed beauty of Mandala, they must prioritize duty over their burgeoning desires and confront a perilous conspiracy. It’s a gamble that jeopardizes not only their lives and worlds…but also the future they’ve only just begun to envision together. KEYWORDS: SF romance, science fiction romance, alien human romance, galactic empire, colonization


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Download or read book The Mandala Maneuver written by Christine Pope and published by Dark Valentine Press. This book was released on with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alexa Craig is no stranger to her unflattering nickname, “The Ice Queen,” but in her diplomatic career, her reputation as a cool customer has been an asset rather than a liability. Alien ambassador Lirzhan, representing the enigmatic Zhore, is well aware of the suspicion and curiosity that follow his people within the Gaian Consortium. However, the Zhore have always been protective of their secrets…even they encounter someone as captivating as Alexa Craig. But when their vessel falls under attack during a routine flight, these two strangers are thrust into an unlikely partnership, forced to rely on each other’s wits to survive on the ostensibly uninhabited world where their escape pod has crash-landed. As Alexa and Lirzhan uncover the hidden truth that lies beneath the untamed beauty of Mandala, they must prioritize duty over their burgeoning desires and confront a perilous conspiracy. It’s a gamble that jeopardizes not only their lives and worlds…but also the future they’ve only just begun to envision together. KEYWORDS: SF romance, science fiction romance, alien human romance, galactic empire, colonization


Golden Heart

Golden Heart

Author: Christine Pope

Publisher: Dark Valentine Press

Published: 2018-09-03

Total Pages: 372

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The adventure of a lifetime...or a trap she can't escape? When the proper Miss Lavinia Greene receives a letter from her eccentric inventor uncle asking her to visit him at his castle in Romania, her only thought is that his invitation will provide her with a wonderful opportunity to escape her carefully ordered existence. Even as she acknowledges her attraction to her uncle’s mysterious…and exceedingly handsome…new assistant, Joshua Jones, Lavinia also finds herself drawn into mayhem and murder as foreign agents attempt to seize her uncle’s latest invention. Fearing for her life, Lavinia must navigate a shifting web of loyalties and deceit, whether in the wilds of Romania or the elegant ballrooms of a Victorian London just slightly different from our own. But can she discover the truth of her own heart before it’s too late? Note: This book was previously published as Heart of Gold.


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Download or read book Golden Heart written by Christine Pope and published by Dark Valentine Press. This book was released on 2018-09-03 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The adventure of a lifetime...or a trap she can't escape? When the proper Miss Lavinia Greene receives a letter from her eccentric inventor uncle asking her to visit him at his castle in Romania, her only thought is that his invitation will provide her with a wonderful opportunity to escape her carefully ordered existence. Even as she acknowledges her attraction to her uncle’s mysterious…and exceedingly handsome…new assistant, Joshua Jones, Lavinia also finds herself drawn into mayhem and murder as foreign agents attempt to seize her uncle’s latest invention. Fearing for her life, Lavinia must navigate a shifting web of loyalties and deceit, whether in the wilds of Romania or the elegant ballrooms of a Victorian London just slightly different from our own. But can she discover the truth of her own heart before it’s too late? Note: This book was previously published as Heart of Gold.


Unmarked Graves

Unmarked Graves

Author: Christine Pope

Publisher: Dark Valentine Press

Published: 2019-10-04

Total Pages: 290

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Some demons just refuse to stay down… In a moment of sheer, unthinking terror, Rosemary McGuire raised powers she never knew she possessed to save herself and Will Gordon from the part-demon, Caleb Lockwood. Now, as Will heals and the police ask questions she and Will dare not answer, more facets of Rosemary's power begin to manifest, leaving her wondering exactly how far they reach. Caleb got away with the hard drive that contained footage proving demons are real, but there’s one blessing — no one died in the fiery confrontation. At least, that’s what Rosemary and Will think…until Caleb’s body turns up, and the police stop looking for a perp and start seeking a murderer. With suspicion floating around them, Will and Rosemary are drawn closer together as they follow a faint wisp of a clue to track down the stolen hard drive…and step straight into a hornet’s nest of demons hiding in plain sight. That’s not all they find. The closer they get to their goal, the more twists and turns arise to trip them up, threatening a future they’re just beginning to envision. Unless they stop the ghosts — and the demons — of the past from destroying it. KEYWORDS: Psychic, mind reader, mentalist, demon, devil, possession, haunting, ghost, spirit, haunted house, horror, demonic summoning, conjuring, reality television, reality TV show, ghosthunter Southern California, Glendora, Pasadena, witch, Wiccan, protection spell, paranormal romance, urban fantasy, romance books full novel, romance novels, romantic novels


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Download or read book Unmarked Graves written by Christine Pope and published by Dark Valentine Press. This book was released on 2019-10-04 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some demons just refuse to stay down… In a moment of sheer, unthinking terror, Rosemary McGuire raised powers she never knew she possessed to save herself and Will Gordon from the part-demon, Caleb Lockwood. Now, as Will heals and the police ask questions she and Will dare not answer, more facets of Rosemary's power begin to manifest, leaving her wondering exactly how far they reach. Caleb got away with the hard drive that contained footage proving demons are real, but there’s one blessing — no one died in the fiery confrontation. At least, that’s what Rosemary and Will think…until Caleb’s body turns up, and the police stop looking for a perp and start seeking a murderer. With suspicion floating around them, Will and Rosemary are drawn closer together as they follow a faint wisp of a clue to track down the stolen hard drive…and step straight into a hornet’s nest of demons hiding in plain sight. That’s not all they find. The closer they get to their goal, the more twists and turns arise to trip them up, threatening a future they’re just beginning to envision. Unless they stop the ghosts — and the demons — of the past from destroying it. KEYWORDS: Psychic, mind reader, mentalist, demon, devil, possession, haunting, ghost, spirit, haunted house, horror, demonic summoning, conjuring, reality television, reality TV show, ghosthunter Southern California, Glendora, Pasadena, witch, Wiccan, protection spell, paranormal romance, urban fantasy, romance books full novel, romance novels, romantic novels


Portals

Portals

Author: Christine Pope

Publisher: Dark Valentine Press

Published: 2023-07-09

Total Pages: 273

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Get ready for a captivating journey through worlds of magic, romance, and adventure in Portals, the latest anthology of short stories by USA Today bestselling author Christine Pope. This mesmerizing collection brings together nine captivating tales, some of which were previously published in Dark Valentine magazine and the bestselling “Once Upon” series of story collections. In this collection, you'll encounter a diverse cast of characters, each with their own unique story to tell. From handsome djinn searching for true love to battling witch clans in modern-day Arizona, you’ll be transported to enchanting worlds where danger lurks around every corner. Whether you’re a devoted fan of Pope’s previous works or a new reader looking for an exciting introduction to her universes, Portals promises to ignite your imagination and leave you hungry for more!


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Download or read book Portals written by Christine Pope and published by Dark Valentine Press. This book was released on 2023-07-09 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get ready for a captivating journey through worlds of magic, romance, and adventure in Portals, the latest anthology of short stories by USA Today bestselling author Christine Pope. This mesmerizing collection brings together nine captivating tales, some of which were previously published in Dark Valentine magazine and the bestselling “Once Upon” series of story collections. In this collection, you'll encounter a diverse cast of characters, each with their own unique story to tell. From handsome djinn searching for true love to battling witch clans in modern-day Arizona, you’ll be transported to enchanting worlds where danger lurks around every corner. Whether you’re a devoted fan of Pope’s previous works or a new reader looking for an exciting introduction to her universes, Portals promises to ignite your imagination and leave you hungry for more!


The Djinn Wars, Books 4-6

The Djinn Wars, Books 4-6

Author: Christine Pope

Publisher: Dark Valentine Press

Published: 2018-04-07

Total Pages: 994

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This boxed set contains books four through six in the epic post-apocalyptic Djinn Wars series: BROKEN: Two leaders. Two worlds. Passion ignites… …just as the storm erupts. Julia Innes, leader of the Immune survivors in Los Alamos, has done her best to ensure that the rest of her fellow Immune have settled into their new lives after the Dying. Even the friendly Santa Fe djinn have followed suit, creating a calm between the two cities — a world of peaceful co-existence. But all is not as it seems... Although she refuses to give in to her feelings, Julia struggles with her need for Zahrias al-Harith, the leader of the Santa Fe djinn, knowing her desire will never be reciprocated. But when a crisis brings her face to face with Zahrias, she worries that she won’t be able to hide her attraction to the man who holds her heart. As an unforeseen threat shatters the fragile peace, Zahrias must confront an adversary from his past. Julia is forced into their conflict, catapulting her into the world of the djinn…and drawing her into a struggle where far more than just her heart is at stake. FORSAKEN: More than a year ago, a djinn-created plague nearly wiped out all of humanity… Ever since, Madison Reynolds has been hiding. Leaving her underground sanctuary means risking her life at the hands of vengeful elementals hellbent on killing off the world's few remaining survivors. But when her curiosity and need for exploration get the best of her, she crosses paths with Qadim al-Syan, the new steward of Albuquerque. Despite her better judgment — and her fear of the djinn — she finds herself drawn into his orbit. She knows she must resist her ever-growing attraction for this otherworldly being, who’s unlike any man she’s ever met. But the pull just might be too great. Will succumbing to her desire mark her for certain death? FORBIDDEN: Sentenced to the worst punishment a djinn can receive... Imprisoned in the outer circles of the otherworld, Aldair al-Ankara is doomed to unending suffering. Believing he’ll never escape, he’s accepted his dismal fate. But when destiny steps in, everything changes for Aldair. Ever since the Heat wiped out most of the world’s population, Jillian Powell has done nothing but try to make herself useful and helpful. When a lab accident hurls her into the otherworld’s outer circles, a handsome stranger saves her from certain death. Escaping and finding sanctuary in an isolated New Mexico town, Aldair and Jillian fight their growing attraction for one another. But even as their chemistry intensifies, reality sets in. Suddenly, they both realize that keeping Aldair hidden from the rest of the djinn might be harder than they ever imagined…. djinn jinn genie post-apocalyptic apocalypse new mexico santa fe demon devil angel guardian fated mates soul mate end of the world


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Download or read book The Djinn Wars, Books 4-6 written by Christine Pope and published by Dark Valentine Press. This book was released on 2018-04-07 with total page 994 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This boxed set contains books four through six in the epic post-apocalyptic Djinn Wars series: BROKEN: Two leaders. Two worlds. Passion ignites… …just as the storm erupts. Julia Innes, leader of the Immune survivors in Los Alamos, has done her best to ensure that the rest of her fellow Immune have settled into their new lives after the Dying. Even the friendly Santa Fe djinn have followed suit, creating a calm between the two cities — a world of peaceful co-existence. But all is not as it seems... Although she refuses to give in to her feelings, Julia struggles with her need for Zahrias al-Harith, the leader of the Santa Fe djinn, knowing her desire will never be reciprocated. But when a crisis brings her face to face with Zahrias, she worries that she won’t be able to hide her attraction to the man who holds her heart. As an unforeseen threat shatters the fragile peace, Zahrias must confront an adversary from his past. Julia is forced into their conflict, catapulting her into the world of the djinn…and drawing her into a struggle where far more than just her heart is at stake. FORSAKEN: More than a year ago, a djinn-created plague nearly wiped out all of humanity… Ever since, Madison Reynolds has been hiding. Leaving her underground sanctuary means risking her life at the hands of vengeful elementals hellbent on killing off the world's few remaining survivors. But when her curiosity and need for exploration get the best of her, she crosses paths with Qadim al-Syan, the new steward of Albuquerque. Despite her better judgment — and her fear of the djinn — she finds herself drawn into his orbit. She knows she must resist her ever-growing attraction for this otherworldly being, who’s unlike any man she’s ever met. But the pull just might be too great. Will succumbing to her desire mark her for certain death? FORBIDDEN: Sentenced to the worst punishment a djinn can receive... Imprisoned in the outer circles of the otherworld, Aldair al-Ankara is doomed to unending suffering. Believing he’ll never escape, he’s accepted his dismal fate. But when destiny steps in, everything changes for Aldair. Ever since the Heat wiped out most of the world’s population, Jillian Powell has done nothing but try to make herself useful and helpful. When a lab accident hurls her into the otherworld’s outer circles, a handsome stranger saves her from certain death. Escaping and finding sanctuary in an isolated New Mexico town, Aldair and Jillian fight their growing attraction for one another. But even as their chemistry intensifies, reality sets in. Suddenly, they both realize that keeping Aldair hidden from the rest of the djinn might be harder than they ever imagined…. djinn jinn genie post-apocalyptic apocalypse new mexico santa fe demon devil angel guardian fated mates soul mate end of the world


Runes and Ravens

Runes and Ravens

Author: Christine Pope

Publisher: Dark Valentine Press

Published: 2024-06-12

Total Pages: 237

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A raven’s cryptic clues might just lead her to wrack and ruin…. Charity Hughes, owner of Full Moon Apothecary, is ready for Salem’s busiest season. But her broken heart isn’t the only thing haunting her. When confronted by a raven familiar who communicates only through mysterious rune stones, Charity must untangle the bird’s bizarre behavior while juggling the demands of tourist season. The stakes rise when paranormal researcher Eunice Bartlett is found murdered behind Charity’s shop. Charmed by the invitation of Eunice’s rival, Dr. Nathan Grimes, to the Halloween masquerade ball, Charity agrees to be his date. But the enchantment fades when she encounters her ex, veterinarian Noah Jenkins, stirring up unresolved feelings. As the murder investigation ensnares an innocent man, Charity’s intuition screams that something is amiss. With the raven’s frantic clues and her own Tarot cards as her guide, she races to unravel a web of secrets and lies…before the real killer disappears forever.


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Download or read book Runes and Ravens written by Christine Pope and published by Dark Valentine Press. This book was released on 2024-06-12 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A raven’s cryptic clues might just lead her to wrack and ruin…. Charity Hughes, owner of Full Moon Apothecary, is ready for Salem’s busiest season. But her broken heart isn’t the only thing haunting her. When confronted by a raven familiar who communicates only through mysterious rune stones, Charity must untangle the bird’s bizarre behavior while juggling the demands of tourist season. The stakes rise when paranormal researcher Eunice Bartlett is found murdered behind Charity’s shop. Charmed by the invitation of Eunice’s rival, Dr. Nathan Grimes, to the Halloween masquerade ball, Charity agrees to be his date. But the enchantment fades when she encounters her ex, veterinarian Noah Jenkins, stirring up unresolved feelings. As the murder investigation ensnares an innocent man, Charity’s intuition screams that something is amiss. With the raven’s frantic clues and her own Tarot cards as her guide, she races to unravel a web of secrets and lies…before the real killer disappears forever.


Taking Dictation

Taking Dictation

Author: Christine Pope

Publisher: Dark Valentine Press

Published: 2018-09-03

Total Pages: 446

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Is this her dream job…or a nightmare waiting to happen? Desperate for cash, Katherine Wheeler skims Craigslist for a job — any job. When her eye lands on what looks like a too-good-to-be-true office assistant job, she’s too broke to heed her misgivings. Within minutes, she has an interview scheduled. Behind the green door of Pyramid Imports, Pieter Van Rijn’s piercing blue eyes and rugged features nearly stop Katherine in her tracks. Before she knows it, she has $2,000 a week, the keys to a brand-new company car, and a perfect-gentleman boss who oozes sex appeal. But almost before the end of her first day, red flags start flying in all directions, clues that seem completely at odds with the man who treats her like a rare and precious find, whose eyes flash with jealousy when another man shows an interest. As the sexual tension between them ratchets up, questions clamor ever louder in the back of Katherine's mind. Is the man who entices her with brief touches and a single, searing kiss everything he seems to be…or should she run like the wind? Note: This title was previously published as Fringe Benefits. boss, secretary, millionaire, European, wealthy hero


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Download or read book Taking Dictation written by Christine Pope and published by Dark Valentine Press. This book was released on 2018-09-03 with total page 446 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is this her dream job…or a nightmare waiting to happen? Desperate for cash, Katherine Wheeler skims Craigslist for a job — any job. When her eye lands on what looks like a too-good-to-be-true office assistant job, she’s too broke to heed her misgivings. Within minutes, she has an interview scheduled. Behind the green door of Pyramid Imports, Pieter Van Rijn’s piercing blue eyes and rugged features nearly stop Katherine in her tracks. Before she knows it, she has $2,000 a week, the keys to a brand-new company car, and a perfect-gentleman boss who oozes sex appeal. But almost before the end of her first day, red flags start flying in all directions, clues that seem completely at odds with the man who treats her like a rare and precious find, whose eyes flash with jealousy when another man shows an interest. As the sexual tension between them ratchets up, questions clamor ever louder in the back of Katherine's mind. Is the man who entices her with brief touches and a single, searing kiss everything he seems to be…or should she run like the wind? Note: This title was previously published as Fringe Benefits. boss, secretary, millionaire, European, wealthy hero


Beast

Beast

Author: Christine Pope

Publisher: Dark Valentine Press

Published: 2018-09-09

Total Pages: 78

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He’s hidden himself from the world. But can he hide from her? Ever since a racing accident disfigured him forever, scientist Raymond Killian has locked himself away in a base on one of Neptune’s moons, working feverishly on his latest research project. Newly minted Ph.D. Nora Whitaker comes to Triton to assist Dr. Killian with his cybernetic research. What she never expected to find was a man whose soul was so in tune with hers. But the connection they share may be destroyed forever if they don’t take one last, desperate chance. Note: Although this novella is set in the Gaian Consortium universe, it takes place roughly a hundred and fifty years before the events of Blood Will Tell, et al., at a time when the Consortium was just beginning to expand into the galaxy outside Gaia’s solar system and hadn’t yet developed the star-spanning empire seen in the series’ other books.


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Download or read book Beast written by Christine Pope and published by Dark Valentine Press. This book was released on 2018-09-09 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: He’s hidden himself from the world. But can he hide from her? Ever since a racing accident disfigured him forever, scientist Raymond Killian has locked himself away in a base on one of Neptune’s moons, working feverishly on his latest research project. Newly minted Ph.D. Nora Whitaker comes to Triton to assist Dr. Killian with his cybernetic research. What she never expected to find was a man whose soul was so in tune with hers. But the connection they share may be destroyed forever if they don’t take one last, desperate chance. Note: Although this novella is set in the Gaian Consortium universe, it takes place roughly a hundred and fifty years before the events of Blood Will Tell, et al., at a time when the Consortium was just beginning to expand into the galaxy outside Gaia’s solar system and hadn’t yet developed the star-spanning empire seen in the series’ other books.


Demon Born

Demon Born

Author: Christine Pope

Publisher: Dark Valentine Press

Published: 2018-10-31

Total Pages: 382

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Chaos is his element…until a mortal woman’s touch snares his heart. Catalina Castillo should be happy in her renovated vineyard house, weaving intricate tapestries. But her nights echo with emptiness — until she hears her name whispered on the wind, and a man steps out from among the vines. He’s tall, black-haired, a stranger — and then he shifts. He’s the Lord of Chaos, the demon who helped the Castillo clan defeat their arch-enemy. When she offers him shelter, she’s not sure if it’s family honor or her body talking. After months of being stranded on Earth, Loc has finally found a warlock with the power to send him back to his own world. But the dark New Orleans spellcaster wants something in return. Cat is the key to capturing the prize, but as desire weaves its spell between them, Loc finds himself struggling with something he’s rarely bothered with…a conscience. With the demon realm calling him home, their attraction can never be more than that. But when the warlock kidnaps Cat, Loc realizes what he stands to lose. If he doesn’t act fast, she won’t need her innate ability to talk to ghosts. Because she’ll be one of them herself…. KEYWORDS: witch, witches, witch clan, witch family, soul mate, fated mated, psychic, Arizona, Jerome, Santa Fe, New Mexico, paranormal romance, urban fantasy, romance books full novel, warlock love, wizard love, witch love, romance novels, romantic novels, small town romance, series books, Witches of Cleopatra Hill, demon lover, demon, devil, mortal and demon, mortal and immortal


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Download or read book Demon Born written by Christine Pope and published by Dark Valentine Press. This book was released on 2018-10-31 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chaos is his element…until a mortal woman’s touch snares his heart. Catalina Castillo should be happy in her renovated vineyard house, weaving intricate tapestries. But her nights echo with emptiness — until she hears her name whispered on the wind, and a man steps out from among the vines. He’s tall, black-haired, a stranger — and then he shifts. He’s the Lord of Chaos, the demon who helped the Castillo clan defeat their arch-enemy. When she offers him shelter, she’s not sure if it’s family honor or her body talking. After months of being stranded on Earth, Loc has finally found a warlock with the power to send him back to his own world. But the dark New Orleans spellcaster wants something in return. Cat is the key to capturing the prize, but as desire weaves its spell between them, Loc finds himself struggling with something he’s rarely bothered with…a conscience. With the demon realm calling him home, their attraction can never be more than that. But when the warlock kidnaps Cat, Loc realizes what he stands to lose. If he doesn’t act fast, she won’t need her innate ability to talk to ghosts. Because she’ll be one of them herself…. KEYWORDS: witch, witches, witch clan, witch family, soul mate, fated mated, psychic, Arizona, Jerome, Santa Fe, New Mexico, paranormal romance, urban fantasy, romance books full novel, warlock love, wizard love, witch love, romance novels, romantic novels, small town romance, series books, Witches of Cleopatra Hill, demon lover, demon, devil, mortal and demon, mortal and immortal


The Witches of Canyon Road, Books 1-3

The Witches of Canyon Road, Books 1-3

Author: Christine Pope

Publisher: Dark Valentine Press

Published: 2019-05-14

Total Pages: 1060

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Miranda McAllister should have inherited unbelievable powers from her witch parents. But the lack of those powers can’t prevent her from fulfilling her destiny, a destiny decided before she was born…or was it? This boxed set includes the first three books in the Witches of Canyon Road paranormal romance series: HIDDEN GIFTS A match decreed by fate. A love awakened by magic… Life as Rafael Castillo knows it is about to come to an end. Twenty-one years ago, his grandmother, then head witch of the Castillo clan, helped the McAllister clan defeat a dark wizard...for a price. The payment, Miranda McAllister, is now on her way to be his bride. A medieval arrangement, but there’s no naysaying Rafe’s mother, who is intent on carrying out his grandmother’s wishes. Miranda’s parents tried everything — even revealing her lack of magical gifts — to break this unholy bargain, to no avail. As her Halloween birthday approaches, she journeys to Santa Fe, where the betrothed she’s never seen awaits. Their first meeting is more like Beauty clashing with Beast than Cinderella dancing away with Prince Charming. But their first kiss is electric, triggering a storm of emotions and odd experiences that make Miranda wonder if her long-dormant magic is finally bursting from its shell. However, even as Rafe and Miranda begin to grow closer, threads of dark magic are weaving a spell that could destroy their clans’ alliance…and any chance for love. DARKER PATHS A love lost in dark magic. A path to redemption obscured by evil… Cruelly dumped at the altar by the man she loves, Miranda McAllister turns her back on Santa Fe and takes off with Simon Gutierrez, who promises to help her develop her newly awakened magical powers…even though her logical self warns against acting on impulse so soon after her humiliation at Rafe Castillo’s hands. Under Simon’s patient guidance, Miranda discovers the astounding depth and breadth of her gifts. Yet too many unanswered questions leave her uneasy, especially when Simon indicates he’d like to move them out of the friend zone. Rafe Castillo still can't figure out what the hell happened the day of his wedding. A powerful spell forced him to spew those spiteful words at Miranda…and whoever cast that spell has covered their tracks so thoroughly, no trace remains — to Rafe's human form, at least. His coyote alter ego can track fainter wisps of magic, magic as dark and hateful as the things he said that fateful day at the church. Intent on finding Miranda no matter what, Rafe relentlessly follows a twisting, turning, increasingly deadly trail. But by the time he learns the truth, the race to save her from an unspeakable evil may already be lost…. MYSTERIOUS WAYS A clan caught in an evil web. A witch who must sacrifice everything to save them… Safe in Rafe’s arms at last, Miranda thinks the worst of the danger is past. She is dead wrong. The Castillo prima is murdered, and the clan is trapped by a hex. No one can leave New Mexico — or even send out a distress call. Worse, Simon’s evil magic sends dark spells against the clan, targeting the vulnerable new prima herself. Desperate to keep anyone else from being hurt, Miranda has no other choice. She surrenders to Simon — only to discover his grand plan extends far beyond possessing her body. He covets her powers to summon the darkest demon of them all. As Rafe works feverishly to track Miranda’s location, protect the clan, and find a loophole in Simon’s entrapment spell, Miranda realizes there is only one way to defeat Simon once and for all. Take on more power than she’s ever handled before. Make a deal with the lord of all demons. And risk everything to fulfill a destiny set in motion long before Rafe was a glimmer in her heart.


Book Synopsis The Witches of Canyon Road, Books 1-3 by : Christine Pope

Download or read book The Witches of Canyon Road, Books 1-3 written by Christine Pope and published by Dark Valentine Press. This book was released on 2019-05-14 with total page 1060 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Miranda McAllister should have inherited unbelievable powers from her witch parents. But the lack of those powers can’t prevent her from fulfilling her destiny, a destiny decided before she was born…or was it? This boxed set includes the first three books in the Witches of Canyon Road paranormal romance series: HIDDEN GIFTS A match decreed by fate. A love awakened by magic… Life as Rafael Castillo knows it is about to come to an end. Twenty-one years ago, his grandmother, then head witch of the Castillo clan, helped the McAllister clan defeat a dark wizard...for a price. The payment, Miranda McAllister, is now on her way to be his bride. A medieval arrangement, but there’s no naysaying Rafe’s mother, who is intent on carrying out his grandmother’s wishes. Miranda’s parents tried everything — even revealing her lack of magical gifts — to break this unholy bargain, to no avail. As her Halloween birthday approaches, she journeys to Santa Fe, where the betrothed she’s never seen awaits. Their first meeting is more like Beauty clashing with Beast than Cinderella dancing away with Prince Charming. But their first kiss is electric, triggering a storm of emotions and odd experiences that make Miranda wonder if her long-dormant magic is finally bursting from its shell. However, even as Rafe and Miranda begin to grow closer, threads of dark magic are weaving a spell that could destroy their clans’ alliance…and any chance for love. DARKER PATHS A love lost in dark magic. A path to redemption obscured by evil… Cruelly dumped at the altar by the man she loves, Miranda McAllister turns her back on Santa Fe and takes off with Simon Gutierrez, who promises to help her develop her newly awakened magical powers…even though her logical self warns against acting on impulse so soon after her humiliation at Rafe Castillo’s hands. Under Simon’s patient guidance, Miranda discovers the astounding depth and breadth of her gifts. Yet too many unanswered questions leave her uneasy, especially when Simon indicates he’d like to move them out of the friend zone. Rafe Castillo still can't figure out what the hell happened the day of his wedding. A powerful spell forced him to spew those spiteful words at Miranda…and whoever cast that spell has covered their tracks so thoroughly, no trace remains — to Rafe's human form, at least. His coyote alter ego can track fainter wisps of magic, magic as dark and hateful as the things he said that fateful day at the church. Intent on finding Miranda no matter what, Rafe relentlessly follows a twisting, turning, increasingly deadly trail. But by the time he learns the truth, the race to save her from an unspeakable evil may already be lost…. MYSTERIOUS WAYS A clan caught in an evil web. A witch who must sacrifice everything to save them… Safe in Rafe’s arms at last, Miranda thinks the worst of the danger is past. She is dead wrong. The Castillo prima is murdered, and the clan is trapped by a hex. No one can leave New Mexico — or even send out a distress call. Worse, Simon’s evil magic sends dark spells against the clan, targeting the vulnerable new prima herself. Desperate to keep anyone else from being hurt, Miranda has no other choice. She surrenders to Simon — only to discover his grand plan extends far beyond possessing her body. He covets her powers to summon the darkest demon of them all. As Rafe works feverishly to track Miranda’s location, protect the clan, and find a loophole in Simon’s entrapment spell, Miranda realizes there is only one way to defeat Simon once and for all. Take on more power than she’s ever handled before. Make a deal with the lord of all demons. And risk everything to fulfill a destiny set in motion long before Rafe was a glimmer in her heart.