The Clockwork Scarab

The Clockwork Scarab

Colleen Gleason

Romance / Steampunk / Young Adult

Evaline Stoker and Mina Holmes never meant to get into the family business. But when you\'re the sister of Bram and the niece of Sherlock, vampire hunting and mystery solving are in your blood, so to speak. And when two young society girls disappear—one dead, one missing—there\'s no one more qualified to investigate. Now fierce Evaline and logical Mina must resolve their rivalry, navigate the advances of not just one but three mysterious gentlemen, and solve a murder with only one clue: a strange Egyptian scarab. The pressure is on and the stakes are high—if Stoker and Holmes don\'t figure out why London\'s finest sixteen-year-old women are in danger, they\'ll become the next victims.
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Lavender Vows

Lavender Vows

Colleen Gleason

Romance / Steampunk / Young Adult

A short novel in NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Colleen Gleason\'s lush, romantic Medieval Herb Garden Romance Series... A compelling, sweet romance... A story of passion and love in Medieval England.Gruff, brooding Lord Bernard of Derkland needs to find a wife, if for no other reason than to satisfy his father and his incessant badgering. He has no interest in marrying, but when he meets the beautiful and gentle Joanna of Swerthmore, he immediately knows she is the one.The only problem is: she\'s already wed...to a monster.The Medieval Herb Garden Series does not have to be read in order.However, for those who want to read it in chronological order, the stories go as follows:LAVENDER VOWSA WHISPER OF ROSEMARYSANCTUARY OF ROSESA LILY ON THE HEATHReaders who like Roberta Gellis, Catherine Coulter, Tina St. John, and Paula Quinn will enjoy this book of romance about ladies, lords, knights and castles.
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Sanctuary of Roses

Sanctuary of Roses

Colleen Gleason

Romance / Steampunk / Young Adult

Passionate romance and court intrigue, lords and ladies, knights and castles... Madelyne de Belgrume has lived in secrecy in a hidden abbey for years. Her mad, abusive father, Fantin, believes she is dead. Lord Gavin Mal Verne wants nothing more than to seek revenge on Fantin de Belgrume...and he has the king\'s blessing to bring the man to heel. After a battle with Fantin that leaves Gavin nearly dead, he accidentally comes upon a hidden abbey...and the beautiful, serene nun who helps to heal him...and touches his heart in more ways than one. When Gavin discovers Madelyne\'s true identity, she is forced to leave the sanctuary of the abbey and appeal to King Henry for succor. To her horror, Madelyne learns she must either marry...or be returned to her father\'s custody.
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A Lily on the Heath

A Lily on the Heath

Colleen Gleason

Romance / Steampunk / Young Adult

Passion and deception amid the shadowy court of Eleanor of Aquitaine and Henry II. An honorable man: Malcolm de Monde, Lord of Warwick needs a wife. He reluctantly journeys to the turbulent royal court where his plan is simple: find a dutiful woman, gain the king\'s approval for his choice and return to Warwick with his lady wedded, bedded, and carrying his heir-all before winter. An independent woman: Judith of Kentworth, Royal Falconer and lady-in-waiting, is a woman from Malcolm\'s past. Although she is a confidante of the queen, Judith\'s beauty and vivacity attract the unwanted attentions of the king-and the woman who commands winged predators becomes prey herself. A simple plan that goes awry when Malcolm encounters Judith. Once betrothed to his friend, she\'s a woman nothing like the meek wife he seeks...but who may be exactly the type of woman he needs. An impossible choice: Malcolm offers Judith a chance to escape her predicament...But can she risk entangling her own personal white knight in a dangerous web of royal intrigue?
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A Whisper Of Rosemary

A Whisper Of Rosemary

Colleen Gleason

Romance / Steampunk / Young Adult

A novel of love and intrigue in the grandeur of Medieval England. Dirick of Derkland, man of the king, sets off on a mission of revenge after his father\'s brutal murder. His mind is bent solely on vengeance until he meets the beautiful, spirited Maris of Langumont. Maris of Langumont has vowed never to wed...but her father must do his duty to protect her, and he promises her to Victor d\'Arcy - a man who makes her blood run cold. Bon de Savrille rests his eyes on Maris only once and decides she must be his. He whisks her away just before her betrothal, determined to force her into marriage. When Dirick appears at the castle where Maris is held captive, she believes he is part of the plot ... and it\'s nearly his death she causes during her plan to escape.
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The Vampire Voss

The Vampire Voss

Colleen Gleason

Romance / Steampunk / Young Adult

**Also published under the titles LUCIFER\'S ROGUE and THE VAMPIRE VOSS** “Count on Colleen Gleason for a scorching page-turner!” —Jeaniene Frost “Dark and decadent, sultry and seductive, Colleen Gleason’s sexy Draculia series will hold you in its thrall!” —Lara Adrian Dark Rogue In 19th Century London, vampires live alongside the uppercrust members of Society... Even after centuries of lust, hedonism, and women, Voss, the Viscount Dewhurst, rarely finds himself bored. As a member of the Dracule, he is a rogue of the first order, a man who loves nothing more than a warm woman, excellent vintage, and even a puzzling challenge to keep his mind active. But when one of his seemingly harmless manipulations sets him on the path to seduce the beautiful Miss Angelica Woodmore, things become a little less simple…a lot more passionate…and definitely more complicated. And when the most evil vampire of the Dracule puts Angelica in his sights, Voss will have to risk everything to save her…and possibly his own soul. “In a world where every third title seems to be a vampire story, it’s a pleasure to come across a series that’s as unique as Colleen Gleason’s. Fresh, unique, sassy, and fun, Gleason’s Draculia trilogy is one of a kind…A must-have addition to the bookshelves of vamp enthusiasts everywhere.” —Maggie Shayne The Vampire Draculia Trilogy: Dark Rogue Dark Saint Dark Vixen
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The Rest Falls Away

The Rest Falls Away

Colleen Gleason

Romance / Steampunk / Young Adult

The award-winning, New York Times bestselling author Colleen Gleason\'s International Bestselling Gardella Vampire Hunter Series.“Sophisticated, sexy, surprising!” — J.R. Ward“Colleen Gleason’s irresistible…series is deliciously dark and delightfully entertaining.” —Chicago Tribune“Gleason’s publishing debut turns vampire stories—and romances—on their ear.” —Detroit Free PressBeneath the glitter of dazzling nineteenth century London Society lurks a bloodthirsty evil…Vampires have always lived among them, quietly attacking unsuspecting debutantes and dandified lords as well as hackney drivers and Bond Street milliners. If not for the vampire slayers of the Gardella family, these immortal creatures would have long ago taken control of the world.In every generation, a Gardella is called to accept the family legacy, and this time, Victoria Gardella Grantworth is chosen, on the eve of her debut, to carry the stake. But as she moves between the crush of ballrooms and dangerous moonlit streets, Victoria’s heart is torn between London’s most eligible bachelor, the Marquess of Rockley, and her dark, dangerous duty. And when she comes face-to-face with the most powerful vampire in history, Victoria must ultimately make a choice between duty and love.This is a five-book series about Victoria Gardella, Vampire Hunter. The series should be read in order to avoid spoilers. The series is:The Rest Falls AwayRises the NightThe Bleeding DuskWhen Twilight BurnsAs Shadows FadeAll five books are now available.______Praise for The Gardella Vampire Hunters Series"The Rest Falls Away, Gleason\'s publishing debut...turns vampire stories--and romances--on their ear with a decidedly dark, decidedly unsentimental Regency heroine who stakes the undead with the best of them." -- Detroit Free Press"The undead rise to great heights through Gleason\'s phenomenal storytelling. She creates a chilling world with the perfect atmosphere of fear and sexual tension." -- Romantic Times"Gleason keeps upping the ante with each novel, weaving the characters around her readers with each engaging conversation and narrative, every stage set of all the appropriate gothic gloom and melting beauty. -- Book Fetish"...Above all, the writing is what recommends this book most. Gleason\'s writing is sharp and taut, which makes for excellent action sequences, and a plot that travels quickly from the start. The writing strength alone gives me ample reassurance that this potentially plot-heavy series is in the right hands. I\'m definitely looking forward to the next installment." – Smart Bitches Love Trashy Books"The undead rise to great heights through Gleason\'s phenomenal storytelling. She creates a chilling world with the perfect atmosphere of fear and sexual tension." -- Romantic Times"Gleason keeps upping the ante with each novel, weaving the characters around her readers with each engaging conversation and narrative, every stage set of all the appropriate gothic gloom and melting beauty. -- Book Fetish
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Roaring Midnight

Roaring Midnight

Colleen Gleason

Romance / Steampunk / Young Adult

From NEW YORK TIMES and USA Today bestselling author Colleen Gleason, the long-awaited spin-off of the international bestselling Gardella Vampire Chronicles. Amid the glitzy age of Jazz, when gangsters and bootleggers control the cities, there lies another, more insidious threat... The Undead. Macey Gardella is a typical young woman of the Roaring Twenties: she works a job, has her own flat, and loves to dance the Charleston. But when a mysterious man named Sebastian Vioget informs her she belongs to a family of vampire hunters, Macey is stunned and disbelieving. Yet, strange and frightening things begin to happen, and when Macey comes face-to-face with one of the fanged creatures, she has no choice but to believe Sebastian. And when she learns his own soul depends on her willingness to carry forth the family legacy and hunt the undead, Macey capitulates and joins the fight. As she begins to learn about her new life, Macey meets the handsome newspaper reporter known as Grady--who seems to know more about vampires than he should. When he begins to ask too many questions, she has to juggle her strong attraction to him with the need for secrecy. Slipping into speakeasies and sampling bootlegged whiskeys, dodging gangster gunfire and trying to keep her nosy landlady from finding the stakes in her flat, Macey Gardella must navigate through a world of stunning violence, passionate romance, and dark betrayal... PRAISE FOR THE GARDELLA VAMPIRE CHRONICLES: "Sophisticated, sexy, surprising!" --JR Ward "Gleason is really on a roll." -- Publishers Weekly "Deliciously dark and delightfully entertaining." --Chicago Tribune "[Victoria Gardella] stakes the undead with the best of them." -- The Detroit Free Press "The sophistication and intelligence of [Gleason\'s] storytelling are evident on each page of the Gardella Vampire Chronicles." --Romantic Times BookClub "An intelligent new spin on the vampire genre." --All About Romance
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The Vampire Dimitri

The Vampire Dimitri

Colleen Gleason

Romance / Steampunk / Young Adult

**Also published under the title LUCIFER\'S SAINT and THE VAMPIRE DIMITRI** "Count on Colleen Gleason for a scorching page-turner!" --Jeaniene Frost "Dark and decadent, sultry and seductive, Colleen Gleason\'s sexy Draculia series will hold you in its thrall!" --Lara Adrian "In a world where every third title seems to be a vampire story, it\'s a pleasure to come across a series that\'s as unique as Colleen Gleason\'s. Fresh, unique, sassy, and fun, Gleason\'s Draculia trilogy is one of a kind...A must-have addition to the bookshelves of vamp enthusiasts everywhere." --Maggie Shayne Dark Saint In 19th Century London, vampires live alongside the uppercrust members of Society... For decades, Dimitri, the Earl of Corvindale, has denied himself the most basic of pleasures in his attempt to free himself from the grip of his immortality. He disdains women, entertainment, and all but the most basic of sustenance in an effort to break his covenant with the devil. But when he becomes the guardian for two young women--including the beautiful, maddening, and stubborn Lady Maia Woodmore--his life is disrupted and he\'s forced to face the emptiness from centuries of solitude. Maia is no fool, and she alone is strong-willed enough to tame the beast Dimitri has become...and to show him love is the most important risk of all. But when the most potent of danger strikes, can Dimitri put aside his own stubbornness to find love...even at the risk of his own soul? _______ DRACULIA TRILOGY: The Vampire Voss The Vampire Dimitri The Vampire Narcise Also related: Roaring Midnight (Macey Gardella #1)
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Countdown To A Kiss A New Years Eve Anthology

Countdown To A Kiss A New Years Eve Anthology

Colleen Gleason

Romance / Steampunk / Young Adult

Four stories by four authors...one fateful New Year's EveFour kisses at midnight...Three different sisters...Two old flames...One bet that drives it all!The Devine sisters return to their hometown for New Year's Eve each year to attend the annual ball. Part of the tradition is their decade-old bet: whoever has no date at midnight has to kiss their nerdy neighbor Lewis Kampmueller.Tess--burned by love, the glamorous Broadway star isn't interested in a repeat performance...until she encounters an old flame.Grace--the tough FBI agent has an easy time being one of guys, but is she woman enough to keep a man?Annabelle--when the local etiquette expert gets caught breaking the law, her heart might have to pay the price.Lewis--the shy nerd has made millions over the years...but is he smart enough to catch the woman of his dreams?Who will lose the bet but win out in love? Four charming stories written by four different authors about one fateful New Year's Eve.The champagne is poured. The clock is ticking. Join the countdown!
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The Bleeding Dusk

The Bleeding Dusk

Colleen Gleason

Romance / Steampunk / Young Adult

The undead of Rome race to unravel an ancient mystery--and only one woman can stop them... As Rome prepares for its Carnivale, the new leader of the city\'s vampire hunters--Lady Victoria Gardella Grantworth de Lacy--must prove herself as never before. For, in order to gain access to the secrets of a legendary alchemist, Rome\'s vampires have allied themselves with creatures as evil and bloodthirsty as they are. Reluctantly, Victoria must turn to the enigmatic Sebastian Vioget for help--just as Max Pesaro arrives to help his fellow slayers, no matter what the cost. Desire puts Victoria at the mercy of Sebastian, while loyalty binds her to Max...but can she trust either man? Especially when a seductive vampire begins luring her into the shadows... Praise for the Gardella Vampire Hunters "Gleason is really on a roll!" --Publishers Weekly "Gleason keeps upping the ante with each novel, weaving the characters around her readers with each engaging conversation and narrative, every stage set of all the appropriate gothic gloom and melting beauty. --Book Fetish “Buffy the Vampire Slayer meets Jane Austen.” —The Book Standard
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Siberian Treasure

Siberian Treasure

Colleen Gleason

Romance / Steampunk / Young Adult

"Gleason mixes historical mysteries with current events and exciting technology—creating a fast-paced story that takes you on an action-packed ride!”  —New York Times bestselling author Jana DeLeon  In the tradition of Clive Cussler comes the first novel in an exciting series of thrilling adventure, high-stakes international threats, and lost treasures....  Moscow, 1560: A lost Byzantine library...last seen in the possession of Russia's Ivan the Terrible...  Siberia, 1942: A World War II female fighter pilot crashes in the mountains of Siberia and is taken away by a small, mysterious tribe...  United States, 2007: Four simultaneous earthquakes erupt across the United States in areas without fault lines....  Marina Alexander lives for adventure. She pilots small planes in order to participate in search and rescue missions with her dog, deep in the most dangerous caves on earth.  She also studies antiquities at the University of Michigan, and is just about to depart on the most important trip of her career when she is swept into an adventure of high-stakes, international intrigue--for little does she know, she has a connection to a dangerous group of eco-terrorists that will bring her face to face with them--and leave her with a terrible choice.  From the deep, dangerous caves of mid-Pennsylvania to the southern shore of Lake Superior, to the desolate mountains of Siberia and the slick urban oil center of Riyadh, Siberian Treasure will take readers on a fast-paced, thrilling ride.  "...there's nothing better than a book by [C.M.] Gleason!" --Robyn Carr, #1 New York Times bestselling author
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The Zeppelin Deception

The Zeppelin Deception

Colleen Gleason

Romance / Steampunk / Young Adult

Sherlock's niece and Bram's sister in their fifth and final adventure "Gleason has vamped up the familiar world of Holmes and Watson...to paranormally exhilarating effect!" –The New York Times It's a cold, blustery day in January of 1890 when Mina Holmes receives an invitation to Evaline Stoker's wedding. The two young women—partners and occasionally friends—haven't spoken for nearly two months, since the events at the Carnelian Crow. Shocked, Mina is still looking at the invitation when constables from Scotland Yard begin pounding on her front door. They've arrived to arrest her for the murder of a man she's never even heard of. Meanwhile, Evaline has her hands full with wedding plans (boring) and an overbearing sister who wants to manage her every move—including a dizzying array of social activities. In the midst of all this, she receives an invitation to visit Lady Isabella Cosgrove-Pitt, a most villainous...
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The Vampire Narcise

The Vampire Narcise

Colleen Gleason

Romance / Steampunk / Young Adult

**Also published under the titles The Vampire Narcise and Lucifer\'s Warrior** "Dark and decadent, sultry and seductive, Colleen Gleason\'s sexy Draculia series will hold you in its thrall!" --Lara Adrian "Count on Colleen Gleason for a scorching page-turner!" --Jeaniene Frost "In a world where every third title seems to be a vampire story, it\'s a pleasure to come across a series that\'s as unique as Colleen Gleason\'s. Fresh, unique, sassy, and fun, Gleason\'s Draculia trilogy is one of a kind...A must-have addition to the bookshelves of vamp enthusiasts everywhere." --Maggie Shayne 19th Century London: Proper gentlemen, corsets, ballgowns...and vampires The Dracule woman Narcise has been trained as a warrior, enslaved by her brother Cezar--the most dangerous and evil of all Dracule vampires--to provide entertainment for himself and his cronies. When she loses one of her gladiator-type battles, her opponent\'s prize is the use of her body for the night. It is no wonder Narcise cannot trust a man...even Giordan Cale, the handsome vampire who vows to free her from her brother\'s captivity. But his promise is followed by a deep, shocking betrayal--destroying her heart and trust forever. Yet, Narcise finds a new savior in vampire hunter Chas Woodmore. He wants her, he worships her...he will kill for her. But when a soul is in danger, and the only hope is to risk one\'s heart or lose freedom forever, can someone like Narcise learn to trust again? And when Cezar is determined to move heaven and earth to destroy the men who love her, who will walk away...and who will be forever damned? DRACULIA TRILOGY READING ORDER: The Vampire Voss The Vampire Dimitri The Vampire Narcise Also related: Roaring Midnight (Macey Gardella #1)
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When Twilight Burns

When Twilight Burns

Colleen Gleason

Romance / Steampunk / Young Adult

After narrowly escaping Rome with her mortality, vampire hunter Lady Victoria Gardella Grantworth de Lacey returns to London—where not even sunrise can stop a vampire’s carnage. Not only is Victoria unable to detect the vampire with her heightened senses, but she’s being framed as the prime suspect behind the killings. Meanwhile, the legacy of a vampire’s touch has left his blood boiling in her veins and forces her to fight evil on two fronts—against the new breed of undead threatening London and the darkness within herself…. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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