The Current: Mystery and Thriller

Bitterthorn

Kat Dunn

This slow-burn Sapphic romance takes elements from various fairy tales and weaves them into a beautiful coming-of-age tale where the repercussions of love and loss echo through time itself. When Mina volunteers to become the latest companion of the legendary Witch she isn’t entirely selfless in her decision; having always felt like an outsider and unable to make connections with those around her. She feels that this exile may be what she deserves.

But as these two lost souls begin to draw closer together and Mina discovers the truth behind the Witch’s mysterious origins, she realises that loneliness is sometimes a choice and that true love and connection sometimes mean having the courage to risk everything.

Black heat

Bex Hogan

The Emperor of Nardone has been told that he is to die, and that his death will involve a child and a sword forged in blood. Three very different women hold his fate in their hands, although they don’t know it yet. One is his least important daughter, concealing a cunning and manipulative nature behind a demure exterior. One is a female blacksmith, physically tough and courageous, who is fighting with Nardone’s enemies. And one is a young midwife, unsure of her skills but certain about what is right, who finds herself the custodian of a very valuable parcel.

This fast-moving and occasionally brutal fantasy adventure has a satisfyingly convoluted plot, full of duplicity and unexpected twists, as it moves towards an exciting climax from which almost nobody escapes with their life.

The isles of the gods

Amie Kaufman

Prince Leander of Alinor is lazy, insufferably smug and relies too much on his charm. He is also the only person with the power to prevent the slumbering gods from waking once again and wreaking havoc. Unfortunately, there are others who want the gods to return and who would go to any lengths to stop him.

Leander’s life, and the fate of nations, depends on the skill and bravery of a young female sailor, as they race to outwit their pursuers across the oceans that link their countries.

Acclaimed Sci-fi and fantasy writer Amie Kaufman has produced a nail-biting adventure.

Powerless

Lauren Roberts

Perfect for fans of The Hunger Games, this fantasy romance, set in a dystopian future, is sure to grip you from the first chapter. Paedyn is an Ordinary, someone who did not develop an ability after the Plague, and is therefore an outcast from society. Whilst the King has ordered the removal and murder of Ordinaries, Pae manages to disguise her status by acting as a psychic.

But when she’s embroiled in the Purging Trials, a competition in which the Elite use their powers for victory, she has to hide her lack of abilities and her growing feelings for Prince Kai, whose own ability means that he can sense that Pae doesn’t have powers...

Song of Silver, Flame Like Night

Amélie Wen Zhao

Set in an imagined world and based on traditional Chinese myths, this book is perfect for high fantasy lovers. Lan’s mother left an invisible mark on her wrist as she died, and for the rest of her life, Lan has been dedicated to figuring out what it means. When she meets Zen, he finally might have the answers she’s been searching for.

Their adventure leads to travels through magical lands, a stay at a school for those who channel qi and demons who will give you anything you could desire in exchange for souls...