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A Curse Carved in Bone
Saga of the Unfated (Book 2)
Written by Danielle L. Jensen
A Curse Carved in Bone by Danielle L. Jensen continues the Saga of the Unfated as Freya navigates gods' machinations, political warfare, and her complicated relationship with Bjorn. This January 2026 sequel delivers Norse mythology, romance, and fighting fate.
A Fate Inked in Blood
Saga of the Unfated (Book 1)
Written by Danielle L. Jensen
A Fate Inked in Blood by Danielle L. Jensen follows Freya, a shield maiden whose fate marks her as insignificant, until she's bound to a jarl seeking power. This Norse-inspired fantasy romance delivers gods, prophecy, and fighting predetermined destiny.
Academic ConFusion
Magical Fusion (Book 2)
Written by Jonathan Brooks
Expelled from Crystalview, Larek journeys to Copperleaf Academy where new dangers await. But freedom to master Fusion comes with a cost - dangerous truths about his past threaten everything. Book 2 of Jonathan Brooks' Magical Fusion series.
Aetheric InFusion
Magical Fusion (Book 3)
Written by Jonathan Brooks
Fame is a double-edged sword. Larek's reputation as a Fusion prodigy spreads across the Kingdom, bringing danger and impossible expectations. As monsters evolve and rumours swirl, keeping secrets becomes vital. Book 3 of Magical Fusion.
Ascendant
Songs of Chaos (Book 1)
Written by Michael R. Miller
Ascendant by Michael R. Miller launches the Songs of Chaos series, following a young boy whose forbidden bond with a dragon sets him on a path of magic, war, and destiny.
Corps InterFusion
Magical Fusion (Book 7)
Written by Jonathan Brooks
The Scission Interception Corps is finally going to get what's coming to them. After nearly dying, Larek faces enemies on all sides - the SIC, the Factions, and the Gergasi. It's time to unite or destroy. Book 7 of Magical Fusion.
Corrupted SufFusion
Magical Fusion (Book 6)
Written by Jonathan Brooks
Victory comes with consequences. Closing a Calamity brings unexpected enemies and forces Larek to flee. At the next crisis, he discovers corruption might be salvation, not destruction. Book 6 of Jonathan Brooks' Magical Fusion series.
Cytonic
Skyward (Book 3)
Written by Brandon Sanderson
Cytonic by Brandon Sanderson follows Spensa into the mysterious realm beyond reality, exploring cytonic powers, identity, and what it means to protect humanity.
Dark Age
Red Rising (Book 5)
Written by Pierce Brown
Dark Age by Pierce Brown continues the Red Rising saga with intense interstellar conflict, political intrigue, and moral dilemmas, as Darrow and allies face betrayal, war, and the harsh realities of revolution.
Defiant
Skyward (Book 4)
Written by Brandon Sanderson
Defiant by Brandon Sanderson concludes the Skyward series as Spensa faces the true enemy of the galaxy, challenging fear, power, and what it means to choose hope.
Defiant
Songs of Chaos (Book 3)
Written by Michael R. Miller
Defiant by Michael R. Miller continues the Songs of Chaos series as Holt and his dragon face rising war, forbidden magic, and the cost of defying a corrupt system.
Divine Fusionist
Magical Fusion (Book 8)
Written by Jonathan Brooks
The epic conclusion. Larek discovers a revolutionary breakthrough in Fusion creation as he prepares to face the Gergasi, save his family, and protect the Kingdom. Eight books culminate in this final LitRPG battle. Book 8 of Magical Fusion.
Global DifFusion
Magical Fusion (Book 4)
Written by Jonathan Brooks
Stranded in a foreign land. Larek finds himself transported to the Sealance Empire, alone and far from home. As Apertures spread across the world, his journey back becomes an epic odyssey. Book 4 of Jonathan Brooks' Magical Fusion series.
Golden Son
Red Rising (Book 2)
Written by Pierce Brown
Golden Son by Pierce Brown continues Darrow’s journey in a dangerous, hierarchical society, as he navigates political intrigue, rebellion, and betrayal while striving to ignite revolution among the oppressive Gold elite.
Iron Gold
Red Rising (Book 4)
Written by Pierce Brown
Iron Gold by Pierce Brown continues Darrow’s saga in a fractured solar system, blending political intrigue, rebellion, and epic battles as new and familiar heroes struggle to shape a future after the fall of the Gold hierarchy.
Light Bringer
Red Rising (Book 6)
Written by Pierce Brown
Light Bringer by Pierce Brown concludes the Red Rising sequel trilogy, as Darrow leads a final rebellion in a fractured solar system, facing war, betrayal, and impossible choices that will decide the fate of humanity.
Martial TransFusion
Magical Fusion (Book 5)
Written by Jonathan Brooks
Home at last - but nothing is as it was. Larek returns to a Kingdom ravaged by Calamities, friends who don't remember him, and a glaring weakness: his combat skills. It's time to become a warrior. Book 5 of Jonathan Brooks' Magical Fusion.
Morning Star
Red Rising (Book 3)
Written by Pierce Brown
Morning Star by Pierce Brown concludes the Red Rising trilogy, following Darrow as he leads a rebellion, confronts betrayal, and fights to overthrow the oppressive Gold hierarchy in an epic battle for freedom and justice.
Reckoning
Songs of Chaos (Book 4)
Written by Michael R. Miller
Reckoning by Michael R. Miller raises the stakes in the Songs of Chaos series as war erupts, loyalties are tested, and Holt must face the true cost of rebellion.
Red Rising
Red Rising (Book 1)
Written by Pierce Brown
Red Rising by Pierce Brown is a gripping sci-fi adventure about Darrow, a lowborn miner who infiltrates the ruling elite to challenge a brutal hierarchy and spark a revolution in a futuristic, oppressive society.
Skyward
Skyward (Book 1)
Written by Brandon Sanderson
Skyward by Brandon Sanderson is a sci-fi adventure about a determined young woman training to become a fighter pilot while uncovering secrets about humanity’s war with alien forces.
Starsight
Skyward (Book 2)
Written by Brandon Sanderson
Starsight by Brandon Sanderson is a sci-fi sequel where Spensa infiltrates an alien civilisation, questioning truth, loyalty, and what it really means to be human.
The Final Empire
Mistborn (The Original Trilogy) (Book 1)
Written by Brandon Sanderson
Mistborn: The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson introduces Vin and Kelsier as they lead a rebellion against the immortal Lord Ruler in a world of ash, oppression, and Allomantic magic.
The Fusionist
Magical Fusion (Book 1)
Written by Jonathan Brooks
A logger with an enchanted axe. A false accusation. A magical academy he never wanted to attend. Jonathan Brooks launches the Magical Fusion series with The Fusionist - where crafting meets destiny in this LitRPG fantasy adventure.
The Hero of Ages
Mistborn (The Original Trilogy) (Book 3)
Written by Brandon Sanderson
The Hero of Ages by Brandon Sanderson concludes the Mistborn Trilogy as Vin, Elend, and allies face the ultimate threat to the Final Empire and uncover the secrets of Allomancy that could save - or destroy - the world.
The Strength of the Few
Hierarchy (Book 2)
Written by James Islington
The Strength of the Few by James Islington continues the Hierarchy series with rising rebellion, political tension, and dangerous secrets as power is challenged and the cost of defiance grows ever higher.
The Well of Ascension
Mistborn (The Original Trilogy) (Book 2)
Written by Brandon Sanderson
The Well of Ascension by Brandon Sanderson continues the Mistborn Trilogy as Vin and Elend struggle to protect the Final Empire from political unrest, invasion, and the dark secrets of Allomancy.
The Will of the Many
Hierarchy (Book 1)
Written by James Islington
The Will of the Many by James Islington is an epic fantasy of power, rebellion, and hidden identity, set in a rigid empire where strength is stolen, loyalty is tested, and secrets can change the world.
Unbound
Songs of Chaos (Book 2)
Written by Michael R. Miller
Unbound by Michael R. Miller continues the Songs of Chaos series as Holt’s forbidden dragon bond deepens, drawing him into dangerous politics, hidden magic, and rising conflict.