S. Usher Evans

Spread to the corners of the world, Ayla, Ward, Cade, and Riona race against time to find the last pieces of the magical… Spread to the corners of the world, Ayla, Ward, Cade, and Riona race against time to find the last pieces of the magical seod croí before Eoghan does. Freshly returned from the troll realm, Queen Ayla faces the mounting problems at the southern border. The Konevellians have stopped all shipments, and things are getting dire. She sends Ward to negotiate a peace deal - when he discovers the country seems primed to invade. Now the former farm boy-turned-captain must rally his troops to protect the kingdom from its greatest threat yet. In the fae realm, Riona struggles to keep the greater fae away from the newly-resettled trolls. The Erlking's edicts don't seem to be working as well as they used to, and her uncle Aldrick's power grows every day. Meanwhile, the wizard Cade has ventured south in search of the stone, and meets a captain who hails from his long-lost people. He climbs aboard her ship, hoping to get a ride back home, but she's got secrets of her own. The third book in The Seod Croí Chronicles takes readers on a journey over land, air, and sea as the quartet face their greatest challenge yet--all the while, keeping a wary eye on the horizon for Eoghan's treachery. read more

Their quest was just the beginning. Get swept away in the second book of this award-winning young adult epic fantasy ser… Their quest was just the beginning. Get swept away in the second book of this award-winning young adult epic fantasy series about a knight, wizard, princess, and fae, racing against the clock to discover a missing stone before their enemies do. Queen Ayla has ascended the throne, but finds her kingdom in tatters after years of deception. She is eager to reopen the lines of trade and alliances with the other kingdoms, but all they want is her hand in marriage and the power of the Pennlan stone that comes with it. Her heart is conflicted, especially as the knight Ward draws ever closer to her. When a troll arrives in Pennlan inviting her to visit the mysterious realm, Ayla sees a golden opportunity to open trade with another race of magical creatures without needing to marry anyone. Not only that, but the trolls profess to have another piece of the seod croí—and Ayla is eager to strike up an alliance with them before anyone else does. She summons home her best friend, the wizard Cade who had been continuing his magical training under the watchful eye of the fae. But the trolls don't just invite Ayla. Riona is also summoned, hoping to rebuild bridges burned a thousand years ago. And when they arrive in the troll kingdom, they find things might not be as easy as they'd hoped. The second book in the Seod Croí Chronicles takes readers back to Pennlan for another journey full of twists and turns. read more

The Witzel Solstice Party is the highlight of an otherwise quiet winter season in Pigsend. But when Vellora and Ida Witz… The Witzel Solstice Party is the highlight of an otherwise quiet winter season in Pigsend. But when Vellora and Ida Witzel start receiving mysterious, threatening letters, the party - and their own safety - may be in jeopardy. Across the street, Bev's got an inn full of suspects - and a freak winter storm to keep them all in one place. They all have their secrets, and it's a race against time and melting snow to figure out who's blackmailing the butchers - and which secret they're threatening to expose. The third book in the Weary Dragon Inn series is a cozy follow-up to Fiends and Festivals. read more

From bestselling author S. Usher Evans comes an award-winning young adult fantasy series filled with masked mischief and… From bestselling author S. Usher Evans comes an award-winning young adult fantasy series filled with masked mischief and mystery. Fans of Throne of Glass and The Kiss of Deception will get swept away in this brilliant series about a runaway-princess-turned-vigilante who must resume her royal duties when her father and brother are murdered. Brynna has passed an important test, but the long road to reclaiming her kingdom is still fraught with dangers. Bolstered by her growing army of loyal soldiers, as well as friends new and old, she takes strides to free her people from the tyrannical hold of Ilara. But alliances are fragile, and old foes bring new challenges to the would-be queen. And Brynna learns that trust is harder to come by than she first thought. The Veil of Trust is the third book in the bestselling Princess Vigilante series. Readers around the world have fallen in love with this fantastical world of seas and mountains, political intrigue, and masked mischief. Series Order The City of Veils The Veil of Ashes The Veil of Trust The Queen of Veils Praise for The Princess Vigilante Series ★★★★★ "Once I started, I didn't want to stop and I did cry a few times (just a few tear drops here and there)." - Goodreads Reviewer ★★★★★ "I related a lot to Brynna. We are both so stubborn and bullheaded, unwilling to admit fault, it made reading her story feel like I was reading about a piece of myself." - Goodreads Reviewer ★★★★★ "I've always loved books with snarky female leads who can kick some ass." - Goodreads Reviewer ★★★★★ "I highly suggest this book to anyone who read the Throne of Glass series. There are some similarities to the way the two women are in hiding and are thrust back into their royal titles. This book is full of great fight scenes, emotional blows, and great moments of laughter." - Goodreads Reviewer Search Terms: YA Fantasy, Princess, Assassin, Young Adult, magic, sorcery, myth, actions, female protagonist, novel, hero, fantasy, political, mystery, Yo read more

From award-winning author S. Usher Evans comes a brand new young adult epic fantasy flush with mystery, magical creature… From award-winning author S. Usher Evans comes a brand new young adult epic fantasy flush with mystery, magical creatures, and a compelling storyline that will leave readers guessing until the very end. Perfect for fans of Cinda Williams Chima, A Quest of Blood and Stone is a thrilling adventure through the lands of human and fae. Seventeen years ago, King Bresal was murdered by his new bride, the fae Leandra, who disappeared with the Pennlan Stone, a magical weapon that can only be wielded by the sovereign. Now that her own coronation is approaching, Princess Ayla, Bresal's human daughter, is hoping to reclaim the stone to protect her people. Her wizard mentor, Eoghan, thinks he knows where Leandra might have hidden the stone: deep in the heart of fae country. The obvious choice for the task is Cade, Eoghan's apprentice and Ayla's best friend. He's keen to prove himself to his princess and to take the final step to complete his training. But Eoghan assigns a knight-Ward-to accompany Cade on the journey. Ward, freshly arrived from the border cities, seems to have his own reasons for volunteering for this mission, namely to win the love of Ayla for himself. But as the journey takes them far from home, Cade and Ward discover that their quest might be more complicated than they'd anticipated, especially when a mysterious fae girl tells them Eoghan isn't to be trusted-and she's the one with a clear path to the stone. Full of twists and turns, magical monsters, and a slow burn mystery, A Quest of Blood and Stone is sure to delight all young adult readers of epic fantasy fiction. read more

Spring is on the horizon, and the Weary Dragon Inn is getting its annual deep clean. But before Bev can even finish scru… Spring is on the horizon, and the Weary Dragon Inn is getting its annual deep clean. But before Bev can even finish scrubbing the windows, Carpenter Earl's workshop goes up in flames. Earl's convinced the local kids are behind the mischief, but when more buildings come crashing down under mysterious circumstances, Bev's on the case once more. The cozy follow-up to Secrets and Snowflakes, Beasts and Baking is the fourth installment in the Weary Dragon Inn series, following amnesiac innkeeper Bev and the curiosities that occur in the quaint fantasy village of Pigsend. read more

Gavon, an ordinary teenager, finds his quiet life dramatically altered by the sudden discovery of extraordinary magical… Gavon, an ordinary teenager, finds his quiet life dramatically altered by the sudden discovery of extraordinary magical abilities. This seismic shift pulls him into a clandestine supernatural society, revealing a secret world of powerful practitioners and ancient rules he never knew existed beneath the everyday. As Gavon struggles to master his volatile new gifts and navigate the complexities of this hidden community, he must confront both external threats and his own limitations. His choices could determine not only his own future but also the delicate balance between the mundane and magical realms. read more

The Harvest Festival is the most-anticipated event in the quaint village of Pigsend, and Bev and the Weary Dragon Inn ar… The Harvest Festival is the most-anticipated event in the quaint village of Pigsend, and Bev and the Weary Dragon Inn are ready to welcome visitors from near and far. But when strange occurrences begin happening, including the destruction of Bev's beloved herb garden, Bev's got to put her sleuthing hat back on to uncover the truth. There's no shortage of suspects, from the snooty official judge all the way from the Queen's Capital to a mischievous little dog who might be more than he seems. But if Bev doesn't figure it out soon, then this year's Harvest Festival may be Pigsend's last. The sequel to Drinks and Sinkholes, Fiends and Festivals is the second book in the Weary Dragon Inn series, a cozy fantasy adventure from two-time award-winning author S. Usher Evans. read more

From bestselling author S. Usher Evans comes an award-winning young adult fantasy series filled with masked mischief and… From bestselling author S. Usher Evans comes an award-winning young adult fantasy series filled with masked mischief and mystery. Fans of Throne of Glass and The Kiss of Deception will get swept away in this brilliant series about a runaway-princess-turned-vigilante who must resume her royal duties when her father and brother are murdered. Brynna has returned to Forcadel, but not in a manner she ever expected. After being captured - interntionally - by Ilara, she's now playing the reticent but cowed vigilante. In reality, she's counting the minutes until her growing army amasses in Forcadel, led by her two closest confidants, Felix and Katarine. But her two friends are encountering problems of their own. Katarine's army can't get past the border of Forcadel, thanks to Ilara's new blockade. And Felix struggles with leading his army and proving himself worthy to his would-be queen. The culmination of Brynna's journey from vigilante to queen will astound and surprise readers, taking them on a journey from one end of the continent to another. New alliances will be formed, old ones tested, and the true meaning of being a queen makes itself known to Brynna. Don't miss this stunning conclusion to the Princess Vigilante series. Series Order The City of Veils The Veil of Ashes The Veil of Trust The Queen of Veils Praise for The Princess Vigilante Series ★★★★★ "Once I started, I didn't want to stop and I did cry a few times (just a few tear drops here and there)." - Goodreads Reviewer ★★★★★ "I related a lot to Brynna. We are both so stubborn and bullheaded, unwilling to admit fault, it made reading her story feel like I was reading about a piece of myself." - Goodreads Reviewer ★★★★★ "I've always loved books with snarky female leads who can kick some ass." - Goodreads Reviewer ★★★★★ "I highly suggest this book to anyone who read the Throne of Glass series. There are some similarities to the way the two women are in hiding and are thrust back into their royal titles. This book read more

From award-winning author S. Usher Evans comes a steamy enemies to lovers dystopian romance about a pair of star-crossed… From award-winning author S. Usher Evans comes a steamy enemies to lovers dystopian romance about a pair of star-crossed lovers from warring nations stranded on a deserted island together. A prince with something to prove A pilot who just wants to be free Prince Galian thought he could escape the gruesome Madion War by enrolling in medical school. But when his elder brother is killed in battle, the king demands his youngest son hang up his stethoscope and fight for the just cause of reclaiming their rebellious colony. Across the Great Madion Sea, Captain Theophilia Kallistrate just wants to stay alive. Bombarded daily by the ruthless oppressors across the sea, she has only her skill as a fighter pilot to keep herself and her fledgling country safe as they fight their rebellion. But when an air skirmish goes wrong, Galian and Theo are marooned by a plane crash on a remote island and must rely on each other to survive a harsh and unforgiving terrain. But with a fifty-year war hanging above their heads, overcoming their differences may be harder than surviving the island itself. The Island is the first book in the Madion War Trilogy, a spicy new adult fantasy romance series. Content warnings for adult situations and violence. Praise for The Madion War Trilogy: Hello hotness: a doctor prince who is forced into the military by his dictatorial father? Um, yeah, doesn't that just grab you? Anyhow, this is a new trilogy not to be missed!! - Meradeth Houston, author of An Absence of Light I've always known S. Usher-Evans is an author to watch. In The Island, she delivers with the richly woven tapestry of the Raven & Kylaen worlds set against fast-paced action, forbidden romance, and uncertain outcomes. Looking forward to more! - Deirdre Riordan Hall, author of Pearl and Sugar The Island has everything: romance, action, the ethical dilemma of war, morality, morals, and despite the horrors, there's hope (and not just Galian's unwavering optimism). - Liz Konkel, Reader's Favori read more

Warm beds, quaint mysteries, and the best rosemary bread this side of Pigsend Creek. Welcome to the Weary Dragon Inn. Ge… Warm beds, quaint mysteries, and the best rosemary bread this side of Pigsend Creek. Welcome to the Weary Dragon Inn. Get the next three books in the Weary Dragon Inn Cozy Fantasy series, including Beasts and Baking, Magic and Molemen, and Veils and Villains, in a convenient eBook Bundle. This low stakes no romance fantasy series follows the adventures of innkeeper Bev, an amateur sleuth who must use all her wits to solve the latest cozy mysteries in the small town of Pigsend. In Beasts and Baking, spring is on the horizon, and the Weary Dragon Inn is getting its annual deep clean. But before Bev can even finish scrubbing the windows, Carpenter Earl's workshop goes up in flames. Earl's convinced the local kids are behind the mischief, but when more buildings come crashing down under mysterious circumstances, Bev's on the case once more. In Magic and Molemen, Bev's searching for clues about her past, and Merv the Moleman takes her to the secret, underground town of Lower Pigsend, thriving with all the magical creatures seeking refuge after the war. Upon returning to the Weary Dragon, Bev is confronted by sentries who accuse her of stealing a magical talisman that protects the town and - even worse - have threatened to arrest Merv for building a tunnel to the surface. In Veils and Villains, it's the wedding of the year in Pigsend, at least if you talk to Vicky Hamblin. The bride-to-be is dead set on making her wedding to baker Allen Mackey the most perfect spectacle in the history of weddings, if only to impress her two snooty aunts. But when things start going awry, Vicky suspects someone might be out to sabotage her wedding. The Weary Dragon Inn Series Ale and Amnesia (Newsletter Exclusive Prequel Novella) 1. Drinks and Sinkholes 2. Fiends and Festivals 3. Secrets and Snowflakes 4. Beasts and Baking 5. Magic and Molemen 6. Veils and Villains 7. Zealots and Zeniths 8. Campaigns and Curses 9. Perils and Potions 10. Royals and Ruses read more

Warm beds, quaint mysteries, and the best rosemary bread this side of Pigsend Creek. Welcome to the Weary Dragon Inn. Ge… Warm beds, quaint mysteries, and the best rosemary bread this side of Pigsend Creek. Welcome to the Weary Dragon Inn. Get the final four books in this beloved cozy fantasy series, including Zealots and Zeniths, Campaigns and Curses, Perils and Potions, and Royals and Ruses. read more

Magical baker Lillie Dean is settling into her new life in Silverkeep, along with all the creatures who'd come out of hi… Magical baker Lillie Dean is settling into her new life in Silverkeep, along with all the creatures who'd come out of hiding after magic was made legal once more. The south side of town near the wharf is bustling with new neighbors, including merchant Jeremias Scarp, who's just procured a magical pendant that he swears is going to take his fledgling business to the next level. But when that pendant goes missing, Lillie's on the case to find out who might've taken it, while also avoiding the attention of powerful Mr. Globe. But when Sheriff Juno decides to close the case without investigation, Lillie must use all her wits to expose the culprit before Jeremias's business goes under. A Splash of Arcana is the second book in the Pobyd Perfections Bakery cozy fantasy mystery series. read more

Magical baker Lillie Dean is settling into her new life in Silverkeep, along with all the creatures who'd come out of hi… Magical baker Lillie Dean is settling into her new life in Silverkeep, along with all the creatures who'd come out of hiding after magic was made legal once more. The south side of town near the wharf is bustling with new neighbors, including merchant Jeremias Scarp, who's just procured a magical pendant that he swears is going to take his fledgling business to the next level. But when that pendant goes missing, Lillie's on the case to find out who might've taken it, while also avoiding the attention of powerful Mr. Globe. But when Sheriff Juno decides to close the case without investigation, Lillie must use all her wits to expose the culprit before Jeremias's business goes under. A Splash of Arcana is the second book in the Pobyd Perfections Bakery cozy fantasy mystery series. read more

Election season is around the corner, and magical baker Lillie Dean is up to her eyeballs in bakery orders. Between Kemp… Election season is around the corner, and magical baker Lillie Dean is up to her eyeballs in bakery orders. Between Kemp Abora ordering dozens of cookies to bolster his chances of reelection, and the Fisherfolk council wanting her to cater their many meetings, she's busier than she knows what to do with. So when both campaign trails become violently ill, Lillie's on the case to protect her reputation and find the real culprit. But is someone out to sabotage her, or do they have some larger prize to win? A Sprinkle of Treachery is the fifth book in the Pobyd Perfections Bakery Series, a cozy fantasy mystery by award-winning author S. Usher Evans. read more

Magical baker Lillie Dean just can't catch a break. She was halfway to repaying the intimidating Mr. Globe when her oven… Magical baker Lillie Dean just can't catch a break. She was halfway to repaying the intimidating Mr. Globe when her oven breaks, forcing her to work alongside Mr. Globe's handsome son, Julian. The very son he warned her to stay away from, or he'll call due her debt. But when Mr. Globe's properties are destroyed by strange, giant mushrooms that spring up from nowhere, Lillie hopes solving the mystery might get her on his good side again. Yet the town of Silverkeep still has its secrets, and finding the scoundrel responsible for these freaky fungi proves more difficult than keeping her eyes off Julian. A Smidgen of Chaos is the fourth book in the Pobyd Perfections Bakery series, a cozy fantasy mystery by award-winning author S. Usher Evans. read more