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A Theory of Dreaming Sequel to A Study in Drowning [electronic resource] : by Reid, Ava.aut; CloudLibrary;
Return to the immersive, lush, and dreamlike world of the instantly bestselling dark academia fantasy A Study in Drowning as the aftermath of their first discovery pulls Effy and Preston on a final adventure and brings their haunting love story to its end in this stunning sequel and final book in the duology. All stories come to an end. Effy learned that when she defeated the Fairy King. Even though she may never know exactly what happened at Hiraeth, she is free of her nightmares and is able to pen a thesis with Preston on the beloved national fairy tale Angharad. She has finally earned a spot at the literature college, making her the first woman in history to enroll. But some dreams are dangerous, especially when they come true. The entire university—and soon the entire nation—is waiting for her to fail. With the Fairy King defeated and Myrddin’s legacy exposed, Effy can no longer escape into fantasy. Who is she without her stories? With Effy under threat, Preston is surprised to discover a rage simmering inside him, ringing in his ears like bells. He begins to dream of a palace under the sea, a world where he is king—visions that start to follow him even in waking. As the war between Llyr and Argant explodes, Effy and Preston find themselves caught in the crossfire: Effy losing her dreams and Preston losing himself in his. Are dreams ever truly just dreams?Young adult.
Subjects: Electronic books.; Dark Fantasy; College & University; Fairy Tales & Folklore; Books & Libraries; Historical;
© 2025., HarperCollins,

The assassin's curse / by Sands, Kevin,author.;
When Christopher Rowe's code-breaking uncovers the true target of an assassination attempt, he and his friends are ordered to Paris to investigate a centuries-old curse on the French throne.
Subjects: Action and adventure fiction.; Detective and mystery fiction.; Fiction.; Historical fiction.; Juvenile works.; Paranormal fiction.; Detective and mystery fiction.; Action and adventure fiction.; Paranormal fiction.; Historical fiction.; Mystery fiction.; Science fiction.; Fantasy fiction, Canadian.; Blessing and cursing; Apprentices; Cryptography; Secret societies; Paranormal fiction.; Friendship; Secret societies; JUVENILE FICTION / Mysteries & Detective Stories.; JUVENILE FICTION / Action & Adventure / General.; JUVENILE FICTION / Historical / General.; Secret societies.; Adventure stories.; Friendship.; Paranormal fiction.;

The bird and the blade / by Bannen, Megan,author.;
As a slave in the Kipchak Khanate, Jinghua has lost everything: her home, her family, her freedom. She becomes an unlikely conspirator in the escape of Prince Khalaf and his father from their enemies across the vast Mongol Empire. Jinghua hatches a scheme to use the Kipchaks' exile to return home. Her feelings evolve into a hopeless love, as Khalaf seeks to restore his kingdom by forging a marriage alliance with Turandokht, the daughter of the Great Khan. All suitors must solve three impossible riddles to win her hand-- and if they fail, they die. -- adapted from jacket.
Subjects: Young adult fiction.; Young adult fiction.; Fiction.; Historical fiction.; History.; Juvenile works.; Science fiction.; Young adult works.; Historical fiction.; Science fiction.; Historical fiction.; Science fiction.; Slavery; Secrecy; Kings and rulers; Princes; Riddles; Mongols; Secrets; Slavery; Kings, queens, rulers, etc.; Kings and rulers; Interpersonal relations.; Secrecy.; Slaves.; Slaves.; Love.; YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Fantasy / Historical.; YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Historical / Ancient Civilizations.; YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Romance / Historical.; Kings and rulers.; Mongols.; Princes.; Riddles.; Secrecy.; Slavery.;

The outlandish companion : in which much is revealed regarding Claire and Jamie Fraser, their lives and times, antecedents, adventures, companions and progeny, with learned commentary (and many footnotes) by their humble creator / by Gabaldon, Diana;
Includes bibliographical references and Internet addresses.Discography: p. 551-555.
Subjects: Gabaldon, Diana; Gabaldon, Diana; Gabaldon, Diana; Randall, Claire (Fictitious character); Fraser, Jamie (Fictitious character); Historical fiction; Fantasy fiction; Time travel in literature.; Love stories;
© c1999., Doubleday Canada,

Clockwork prince / by Clare, Cassandra.;
As the Council tries to strip Charlotte of her power, Tessa works with the Shadowhunters to find the Magister and his clockwork army, learning about her own identity while investigating him.014+.
Subjects: Identity (Psychology); Charlotte (Fictitious character : Clare); Gray, Tessa (Fictitious character); Secret societies; Supernatural; Demonology; Identity; Orphans; Historical fiction, American.; Fantasy fiction, American.;
© c2011., Margaret K. McElderry,

Every Spiral of Fate [electronic resource] : by Mafi, Tahereh.aut; CloudLibrary;
A New York Times bestselling series! The highly anticipated fourth novel in the Woven Kingdom romantasy series, brimming with fiery romance, spectacular magic, and breathtaking secrets, from Tahereh Mafi, the award-winning and bestselling author of the Shatter Me series. Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Leigh Bardugo, and Sabaa Tahir. At long last, the wedding day has arrived. The Jinn queen and the enigmatic ruler of Tulan are to be married in a magical, enchanted ceremony—but Cyrus, tethered by a blood oath to his bride-to-be, can find nothing to celebrate in this union. He’s falling ever more deeply in love with the one person oathbound to kill him. Sworn to an ancient, unbreakable magic, Alizeh can only fulfill the prophecy to free her people by ensuring Cyrus dies by her own hand. And Cyrus is forced to await his end all while Prince Kamran inches closer, ready to take his place by Alizeh’s side.  The countdown to murder coils tensions ever tighter, but the historic wedding has already drawn deadly attention. To prepare for war and protect her people, Alizeh must finally discover her magic—and outrun the enemies trying to stop her. Alizeh and Cyrus, along with Kamran and their friends from Ardunia, must flee on dragon-back to begin the perilous journey into the legendary mountains of Arya, where a firestorm of revelations, magical discoveries, and fresh allies awaits them. Every allegiance will be tested, every darkness uncovered, and when the shattering secrets of the Tulanian king are finally revealed . . . Nothing, and no one, will be the same. Desperate confessions, impossible decisions, unfathomable magical power—and a love so devastating it rewrites destinies—Every Spiral of Fate is the shimmering, breathtaking fourth volume in a saga that continues to transcend expectations.Young adult.
Subjects: Electronic books.; Diversity & Multicultural; Middle East; Epic; Historical; Adaptations; Royalty;
© 2025., HarperCollins,

Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell [videorecording (BLURAY)] / by Carvel, Bertie,1977-actor.; Harness, Peter,screenwriter.; Haynes, Toby,television director.; Marsan, Eddie,actor.; Warren, Marc,1967-actor.; Television adaptation of (work):Clarke, Susanna.Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell.Videorecording.; Attraction Images,production company.; BBC Worldwide Ltd.,publisher.; Cuba Pictures Limited,production company.; Far Moor Productions, Ltd.,production company.; Feel Films for BBC,production company.; Warner Home Video,film distributor.;
Bertie Carvel, Eddie Marsan, Marc Warren, Charlotte Riley, Alice Englert, Samuel West, Enzo Cilenti, Paul Kane, Edward Hogg, Ariyon Bakare, Vincent Franklin, John Heffernan, Brian Pettifer.Based on Susanna Clarke's award-winning novel, Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell reveals mysterious secrets and scandalous thrills between the two men destined to be England's greatest magicians. Spend some time with this diabolical duo in the fantasy story adored by fans and critics alike. Featuring Tony Award-nominee Bertie Carvel (Matilda the Musical) as Jonathan Strange and Eddie Marsan (Sherlock Holmes) as his arch-rival magician Mr. Norrell, the clash between these two British magicians is about to become a dangerous duel of the dark arts where, in the midst of the Napoleonic wars, the real battle is between their oversized egos.PG.Blu-ray disc (requires Blu-ray player for playback) ; anamorphic widescreen format (1.85:1 aspect ratio); DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1, DTS-HD Digital surround 5.1.
Subjects: Clarke, Susanna.; Fantasy television programs.; Historical television programs.; Magic; Magicians; Television mini-series.;
For private home use only.

Monty Python and the Holy Grail. by Gilliam, Terry,film director.; Jones, Terry,film director.; Cleveland, Carol,actor.; Idle, Eric,actor.; Chapman, Graham,actor.; Cleese, John,actor.; Palin, Michael,actor.; Gilliam, Terry,actor.; Jones, Terry,actor.; Shout Studios (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Carol Cleveland, Eric Idle, Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Michael Palin, Terry Gilliam, Terry JonesOriginally produced by Shout Studios in 1975.Grossing the highest box-office of any British film in the US when released in 1975, this “cult classic” comedy from the Monty Python team loosely follows the legend of King Arthur (Graham Chapman), along with his squire (Terry Gilliam) and his Knights of the Round Table (John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, Michael Palin), as they embark on a fearless quest in search of the elusive Holy Grail. A hysterical, historical tour-de-force from Terry Gilliam and Terry Jones.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Motion pictures.; Comedy films.; Science fiction.; Motion Pictures.; Cult films.; Motion pictures, British.; Historical films.; Action and adventure films.; Nineteen seventies.; Fantasy films.; Motion pictures--Europe.;

My lady Jane / by Hand, Cynthia,1978-; Ashton, Brodi.; Meadows, Jodi.;
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Subjects: Fantasy fiction.; Historical fiction.; Grey, Jane, Lady, 1537-1554; Conspiracies; Queens;

My plain Jane / by Hand, Cynthia,1978-; Ashton, Brodi.; Meadows, Jodi.;
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Subjects: Fantasy fiction.; Historical fiction.; Grey, Jane, Lady, 1537-1554; Conspiracies; Queens;

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