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The Carlswick Affair by S.L. Beaumont  
Genre: Romantic Mystery
Price: FREE
Stephanie Cooper is determined to uncover the secrets that lie beneath the ancient roof of Knox Manor.
Ripley says: S.L. Beaumont is an author to watch.
Soren says: Romance, history, mystery and more. This book has it all.
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Into the Aether by T. C. Pearce
Genre: Urban Fantasy
Price: $0.99
Lisa must battle her own inner demons while being stalked by an all-too-real monster.
Ripley says: I love that this is written my a husband and wife team. 
Soren says: A page-turner that will keep you up all night reading.
LINK: Amazon

 

 

Aisuru by Anma Natsu
Genre: Romance
Price: $0.99
Orphaned after a brutal attack on her family, Sakura’s wounds mean she’s living on borrowed time.
Ripley says: A unique, manga-style fairy tale set in Hakodate, Japan.
Soren says: Excellent romp into Japanese culture. Don’t miss this one.
LINK: Amazon

 

 

The Starlight Chronicles Box Set by Lisa Orchard
Genre: Romance
Price: $0.99
Lark Singer is seventeen years old and already on the way to a brilliant music career.
Ripley says: Fantastic price for this three book boxed set.
Soren says:  Make this your next great YA binge read.
LINK: Amazon

 

 

Broken Dreams by Cassidy K. O’Connor
Genre: Contemporary
Price: $2.51
When Isabelle’s twin brother dies, she gives up her life dream of dancing to pursue his.
Ripley says: I love the premise of this inspirational story. 
Soren says:  Moving, realistic, and heart-warming.
LINK: Amazon

 

 

Jane the Hippie Vampire by Lisa Lane
Genre: Horror
Price: $2.99
Jane has had one hell of a time ever since she happened upon the wrong guy during the Summer of Love.
Ripley says: Love the cover, love the title, love the premise.
Soren says: Great, dark sensibilities for the upper YA crowd. 
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Saving Mars by Cidney Swanson
Genre: Sci-fi Romance
Price: $2.99
Jessamyn’s legendary cool in the cockpit makes her piloting royalty on the human Mars colony.
Ripley says: I’m in love with this cover and this book.
Soren says:  A Sci-fi YA adventure with a strong female lead.
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Dreamscape: Saving Alex by Kirsten Pulioff
Genre: Fantasy
Price: $3.99
Alexis Stone escapes life’s frustration playing Dreamscape, a video game she’s loved since childhood.
Ripley says: I adore any book with girl gamers in it. 
Soren says:  Sucks you in just like Alexis gets sucked into Dreamscape.
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The Immortal Descendants series has a new look and a new home – on Kindle Unlimited, where subscribers can read all three books for FREE, beginning with Marking Time, the time travel fantasy with 4.7 stars on over 800 reviews.
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What if the Pacific Northwest seceded from the United States?
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Boyfriend from Hell by E. Van Lowe
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Price: FREE
I have a new boyfriend and so does my mom, but one of them is Satan, and I don’t know which.
Ripley says: Written with a wonderful sense of humor.
Soren says: The beginning to a fantastic series that will keep you reading.
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School of Deaths by Christopher Mannino
Genre: Fantasy
Price: $0.99
As the first female Grim Reaper in a million years, Susie Sarnio’s classmates aren’t going easy on her.
Ripley says: Love the cover. Love the premise. Love the price. 
Soren says:  Not a single review under four stars makes this a must read. 
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Daughter of Isis by Kelsey Ketch
Genre: Fantasy
Price: $0.99
Natti, new to America, doesn’t realize how truly strange her new Egyptian-themed hometown is.
Ripley says: A steamy YA with a strong female lead resisting the bad boy.
Soren says: A fun play on Egyptian mythology for upper YA readers.
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Crossing Into Mystic by D.L. Koontz
Genre: Paranormal
Price: $1.99
Grace McKenna is torn between her love for two mysterious men – one living and one dead.
Ripley says: A wonderful mix of historical fantasy and paranormal YA.
Soren says:  Draws you in and doesn’t let go until the last page. 
LINK: Amazon

 

 

 

 

Blackmail Boyfriend by Chris Cannon
Genre: Romance
Price: $2.99
When Haley blackmails Bryce to teach him a lesson, she never expects their fake relationship to get so real.
Ripley says: Cute premise about a girl trying to protect her reputation with unexpected results.
Soren says:  Fun and playful with a great YA voice.
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Magpies by Lily Stuart
Genre: Mystery Thriller
Price: $2.99
Little mysteries keep cropping up after Lily returns to school and meets the new boy, Si.
Ripley says: A contemporary, detective, suspense, thriller with a narcoleptic teen detective. 
Soren says:  Not your typical YA series in a very good way.
LINK: Amazon
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Taliesin Weaver just can’t catch a break. The girl he loves doesn’t feel the same way. Some of the people he thought were friends have betrayed him.
His biggest problem, though, is that he must constantly fight the supernatural.

Vengeful witches, scheming faerie kings, angry dragons, even wrathful former Greek gods: Tal has faced them all. But if he defeats one adversary, it isn’t long before another—or several–appear to take its place.
Even worse, his own dark side becomes steadily more powerful and more determined to replace him at any cost.
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Sparks by R.S. McCoy
Genre: Fantasy
Price: FREE
For Lark, a skilled archer and fledgling mind-reader, school is a creative form of torture.
Ripley says:  Awesome beginning to a promising new YA fantasy series. 
Soren says: RS McCoy is definitely an author to watch.
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Aspeans: The Invasion by Roy Dias
Genre: Sci-fi
Price: FREE
My ancestors were aliens. They left their mark on me. This world calls that mark Asperger’s.
Ripley says: A fantastic read for anyone who has ever felt “other.”
Soren says:  Great, unique, concept that is very well-executed. 
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Revival by Jena Leigh
Genre: Paranormal
Price: FREE
Possessing the uncanny ability to fry a television set from twenty paces can really wreck a girl’s social life.
Ripley says:  Page-turner that will have you grabbing the next book immediately.
Soren says: Don’t miss this one. Why would you? It’s good and FREE.
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The Breeding Tree by J. Anderson
Genre: Sci-fi/Fantasy
Price: $2.99
Is the opportunity to create the next generation of life a dream come true or a deadly nightmare?
Ripley says: A compelling voice and a thought-provoking story line. 
Soren says: Not a single review under four stars makes this a sure read.
LINK: Amazon

 

 

 

 

False Gods by L.R. Trovillion
Genre: Contemporary
Price: $2.99
Cory is a serial quitter until she meets a special horse and a trainer as messed up as she is.
Ripley says: This is your next favorite YA horse book. I promise. 
Soren says: Touches delicately on so many rich issues.
LINK: Amazon

 

 

 

 

The Witches of Denmark by Aiden James
Genre: Fantasy
Price: $4.99
Sebastian Radu is a one-hundred-twenty-five-year-old warlock who looks all of eighteen.
Ripley says:  For everyone who’s ever tried to fit in and stay true to themselves.
Soren says: Intense writing and excellent storytelling.
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When everyone reads minds, a secret is a dangerous thing to keep.
Get all THREE bestselling Mindjack novels (Open Minds, Closed Hearts, Free Souls). Follow Kira Moore, a zero who can’t read minds in a telepathic near-future, as she discovers an underworld of mindjackers that changes her life forever.
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Kissed by Kimberly Loth
Genre: Paranormal
Price: FREE
Raised in a strict religious cult, Naomi’s one joy is the mysterious boy who brings her rare roses.
Ripley says: Compelling and dark with a character arc that moves from strength to strength. 
Soren says: Strong female lead and powerful topic. 
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Initiation by Rebecca Royce
Genre: Dystopian
Price: FREE
Genetically engineered to be a warrior, Rachel has trained her entire life to kill vampires and werewolves
Ripley says:  Oh, you’re going to need more of this series. Thankfully, there are four more books.
Soren says: Not a single review under 4 stars makes this a sure read.
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Webs by Lily Stuart  
Genre: Contemporary Mystery
Price: $0.99
Lily’s policeman Dad has to solve a particularly nasty case, but Lily already knows it was murder.
Ripley says: Great teen detective mysteries with a noir flare. 
Soren says: Unique and intelligent, thisbook gives teens all the credit they deserve. 
LINK: Amazon

 

 

 

 

Living with Your Past Selves by Bill Hiatt
Genre: Urban Fantasy
Price: $0.99
For Taliesin Weaver, reincarnation isn’t just an interesting concept. It’s a daily pain in his past.
Ripley says: If you’re fascinated by the idea of past lives and their possible impact, this book is for you.
Soren says: Cool concept, great characters, and a well-written story.
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Winter’s Bite by Hannah Parry
Genre: Historical
Price: $2.99
When Isabella’s father dies, she’s sent “home” to England, a country she’s never known.
Ripley says:  A wonderful, historical tale that reminds me of Dickens and Twain combined.
Soren says: Well done historical YA is hard to find, but this fits the bill.
LINK: Amazon

 

 

 

 

Dreams of Beautiful Whisper by Tanya Jones
Genre: Fantasy Romance
Price: $2.99
Which am I? Amanda, a normal human, or Amanae a powerful elf. I have to decide and it won’t be easy.
Ripley says: Enchanting, magical, and a fantastic start to a great new series. 
Soren says: A refreshing YA take on the fairy world dilemma. 
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