Most Popular Books by Amy Ewing

The Selection meets The Handmaid’s Tale in the epic sequel to the New York Times bestselling author Amy Ewing’s The Jewel. Violet is on the run. She’s escaped the Duchess of the Lake, who bought her at auction, and the lifetime of servitude she was once resigned to. But no matter how far Violet runs, she can’t avoid the rebellion brewing just beneath the Jewel’s glittering surface or the fact that she wants in on it. With Ash and a new ally by her side, Violet discovers her Auguries are more powerful than she could have ever imagined. But is she strong enough to rise against the Jewel and everything she has ever known? And is she willing to risk the lives of everyone she cares about to find out?

The thrilling conclusion to the New York Times bestselling Lone City trilogy, which began with The Jewel, a book BCCB said "will have fans of Oliver''s Delirium, Cass''s The Selection, and DeStefano''s Wither breathless." For too long, Violet and the people of the outer circles of the Lone City have lived in service of the royalty of the Jewel. But now, the secret society known as the Black Key is preparing to seize power. While Violet knows she is at the center of this rebellion, she has a more personal stake in it—for her sister, Hazel, has been taken by the Duchess of the Lake. Now, after fighting so hard to escape the Jewel, Violet must do everything in her power to return not only to save Hazel, but the future of the Lone City.

''Compulsively readable ... The magical atmosphere of Inishmore and its residents will captivate readers'' - Library Journal Cordelia James was once at the top of her game-a renowned street photographer with a massive social media following, gallery showings in Chelsea, and a lucrative book deal. But after the sudden death of her father, everything changed. Now, Cordelia can barely force herself to leave her apartment. That is, until she sees an ad for a summer gig at a cozy cottage on Ireland''s picturesque Inishmore island. Rent-free, plus a small stipend if willing to do some menial housework and look after an elderly neighbour. Cordelia is on a plane before she can talk herself out of it. But practically the moment she steps off the boat, she crashes-literally-into Niall O''Connor, a grumpy local who''s just returned home to Inishmore from Dublin. Cordelia''s camera breaks, and Niall doesn''t give a horse''s arse about it. He''s nursing a broken heart and trying to patch up a broken life, and he has no time for posh American tourists or their thousand-dollar hobbies. The more Cordelia''s and Niall''s paths cross, the more they make each other''s lives hell. But as with all rivalries, their hatred is about to reach a tipping point-and it''s going to heat up their cool coastal nights. Featuring a lovable band of quirky supporting characters, Worth a Shot is an emotionally gripping tale of love, passion, art, food, and finding your community-even if that community happens to be on a remote island thousands of miles from home.

New York Times bestselling author Amy Ewing delivers a dark and riveting tale that "will have fans of Oliver’s Delirium, Cass’s The Selection, and DeStefano’s Wither breathless.”* The Jewel has many meanings: wealth, beauty, royalty. But for Violet, the Jewel has always meant servitude. Born and raised in the Marsh, Violet is destined for the Jewel. She is trained as a surrogate for the elite and is bought by the Duchess of the Lake at auction. And she quickly learns that beneath the Jewel’s glittering façade lies the cruelty, backstabbing, and hidden violence that have become the royal way of life. Violet must accept the ugly realities of her life...all while fighting for her survival. But before she can accept her fate, Violet meets a handsome boy who is also under the Duchess’s control. A forbidden love sparks. But their illicit affair has consequences, which will cost them both more than they bargained for. And toeing the line between being calculating and rebellious, Violet must decide what, and who, she is willing to risk for her own freedom. *BCCB

It’s hate-at-first-sight when a jilted Irish chef returns home to Inishmore and immediately clashes with a mouthy American tourist. This steamy romance novel by New York Times bestselling author Amy Ewing is perfect for fans of Abby Jimenez and Tessa Bailey. Cordelia James was once at the top of her game—a renowned street photographer with a massive social media following, gallery showings in Chelsea, and a lucrative book deal. But after the sudden death of her father, Cordelia can barely force herself to leave her apartment. That is, until she sees an ad for a summer gig at a cozy cottage on Ireland’s picturesque Inishmore island. Cordelia is on a plane before she can talk herself out of it. The moment she steps off the boat, she crashes—literally—into Niall O’Connor, a grumpy local who’s just returned home to Inishmore from Dublin. Niall is nursing a broken heart and trying to patch up a broken life, and he has no time for posh American tourists. The more Cordelia’s and Niall’s paths cross, the more they make each other’s lives hell. But as with all rivalries, their hatred is about to reach a tipping point—and it’s going to heat up their cool coastal nights. Featuring a lovable band of quirky supporting characters, The Irish Goodbye is a steamy, emotionally gripping tale of love, passion, art, food, and finding where you belong.

In The Jewel and The White Rose, we follow Violet in her servitude under the Duchess of the Lake. Now we’ll hear the Duchess’s son, Garnet’s, story in this digital novella—a companion story to the New York Times bestselling Lone City trilogy. Garnet, the son of the Duchess of the Lake, has always been a spoiled playboy. But now, for the first time, Garnet is beginning to realize the horrors that his family, and the ruling community, have perpetrated. And he just may be ready to do something about it.

From New York Times bestselling author Amy Ewing (The Jewel) comes the exciting first book in a new fantasy duology. Rich, vivid world-building and ethereal magic combine in an epic tale that’s perfect for fans of Snow Like Ashes, These Broken Stars, or Magonia. Sera Lighthaven has always felt as if she didn’t quite belong among her people, the Cerulean, who live in the City Above the Sky. She is curious about everything—especially the planet that her City is magically tethered to—and can’t stop questioning things. Sera has always longed for the day when the tether will finally break and the Cerulean can move to a new planet. But when Sera is chosen as the sacrifice to break the tether, she feels betrayed by everything in which she’d been taught to trust. In order to save her City, Sera must end her own life. But something goes wrong, and Sera survives, ending up on the planet below in a country called Kaolin. Sera has heard tales about the dangerous humans who live here, and she quickly learns that these dangers were not just stories. Meanwhile, back in the City, all is not what it seems, and the life of every Cerulean may be in danger if Sera is not able to find a way home.

From New York Times bestselling author Amy Ewing comes the second book in an epic fantasy duology that School Library Journal called “rich and complex.” Perfect for fans of Snow Like Ashes, These Broken Stars, and Magonia! Sera has finally recognized the true power of her Cerulean blood. But in order to return home, she’ll need help from Agnes, Leo, and their grandmother—the only person with knowledge about the mysterious island of Braxos, where the Cerulean tether is anchored. Though the journey will be treacherous, Sera will risk anything to see her City again. Meanwhile, the High Priestess’s power has reached new heights in the City Above the Sky. And when Leela begins having visions of Sera, alive, she knows she’s the key to saving the City. But to bring Sera home, Leela must channel the strength, courage, and curiosity that once got her friend exiled. With the help of friends, family, and Cerulean magic, Leela and Sera could soon return to their normal lives. But when that time comes, will Leela be able to serve her City as blindly as she once did? And will Sera be able to leave everything and everyone she’s grown to love on the planet behind?

In The Jewel, we followed Violet in her servitude under the Duchess of the Lake. Now we''ll hear Raven''s story and her time as a surrogate for the Countess of the Stone in this digital novella from Amy Ewing. When Raven is bought at the Auction, she knows immediately that things will not go well. And when she arrives at the Countess''s palace, Raven quickly discovers that the Countess is much less interested in having a baby than experimenting with Raven''s mind and body. Raven can only hope for an escape . . . and to see Violet again, all the while reminding herself that she is Raven Stirling, and she does matter. Epic Reads Impulse is a digital imprint with new releases each month.

ESTE BOX INCLUI OS TÍTULOS DESLUMBRANTE, PROVOCANTE, A JÓIA, E A ROSA BRANCA DESLUMBRANTE Numa época em que a reputação de uma mulher é o seu bem mais precioso, Audrianna desafia todas as convenções. Ela é uma jovem determinada, independente e disposta a tudo para aniquilar o seu adversário, o convencido Lord Sebastian Sommerhayes. Entre os dois está um homem: o pai de Audrianna, que morreu envolto nas malhas de uma conspiração. Para ela, essa tragédia significou o fim da sua inocência. Para Sebastian, que liderou a investigação, foi apenas uma morte merecida. Audrianna jurou limpar o nome do pai, mas nunca esperou sentir um desejo tão avassalador pelo homem que o arrasou. A busca pela verdade vai levá-la demasiado longe numa sociedade que é implacável perante a ousadia feminina. PROVOCANTE Verity Thompson desapareceu no dia do seu casamento. Seu paradeiro ficou em segredo por anos, um longo período no qual seu marido, o conde de Hawkeswell, viveu na penúria e na incerteza. Verity deixou para trás uma fortuna imensa, porém, inacessível à família, pois a sua morte não havia sido oficialmente declarada. Nem poderia, já que ela está bem viva. Ao ser obrigada a casar, Verity foge de Londres e refugia-se no campo. Mas o destino tem os seus próprios desígnios e a jovem se vê obrigada a regressar à cidade e a um casamento sem amor. Seu arrogante marido, porém, está disposto a chegar a um acordo: se Verity lhe der três beijos por dia, ele não a obrigará a cumprir os deveres conjugais. Mas, claro, há beijos e beijos e Verity vai perceber até que ponto foi realmente um erro se entregar nas mãos de um hábil mestre. A JÓIA Joias significam riqueza, são sinônimo de encanto. A Joia é a própria realeza. Para garotas como Violet, no entanto, a Joia quer dizer uma vida de servidão. Violet nasceu e cresceu no Pântano, um dos cinco círculos da Cidade Solitária. Por ser fértil, Violet é especial, tendo sido separada de sua família ainda criança para ser treinada durante anos a fim de servir aos membros da realeza. Agora, aos dezesseis anos, ela finalmente partirá para a Joia, onde iniciará sua vida como substituta. Mas, aos poucos, Violet descobrirá a crueldade por trás de toda a beleza reluzente... e terá que lutar por sua própria sobrevivência. Quando uma improvável amizade oferece a Violet uma saída que ela jamais achou ser possível, ela irá se agarrar à esperança de uma vida melhor. Mas uma linda e intensa paixão pode colocar tudo em risco... A ROSA BRANCA No livro A Joia, Violet Lasting é comprada por uma das mulheres mais poderosas da realeza, a Duquesa do Lago, e vai viver com ela na Joia, o círculo onde mora toda a nobreza. Agora, Violet tem de fugir da Joia, do círculo nobre da Cidade Solitária para salvar a própria vida e a do seu amor, Ash. Junto com seu amado e Raven, sua melhor amiga, Violet tenta se libertar da terrível vida de servidão e crueldade. Só que ninguém disse que deixar a Joia seria fácil, e ela terá que passar por grandes obstáculos. No meio disso tudo, a jovem ainda descobre que há uma revolução sendo planejada contra a realeza e que seu papel nisso é fundamental. É hora de Violet descobrir que é muito mais poderosa do que sempre imaginou!

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