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Snová dark academia o síle příběhů a nepředvídatelnosti lásky Effy Sayreová studuje architekturu, ale raději by se věnovala literatuře – v jejím světě je to však ženám zapovězeno. Její největší láskou je kniha Angharad od autora jménem Myrddin. Když jeho syn vyhlásí soutěž o nejlepší projekt na přestavbu rodinného sídla, Effy ji vyhraje. Přímo na místě se setkává nejen se synem zesnulého autora, ale i se studentem literatury Prestonem. Sídlo zvolna zaplavuje moře a Effy bojuje s přeludem krále víl, který ji pronásleduje. A její srdce začínají zaplavovat nečekané city…

This book has quickly gained recognition, becoming an instant Indie and #1 New York Times bestseller. Its compelling narrative and engaging characters have resonated with readers, leading to widespread acclaim and popularity. The story promises to captivate audiences, likely featuring unique themes and a fresh perspective that contribute to its success in the literary world.

A Study in Drowning, Ava Reid's YA debut, blends dark academia and fantasy. Effy Sayre, haunted by visions of the Fairy King, enters a contest to redesign a crumbling estate linked to her favorite author. Rivalry with scholar Preston Héloury unveils dark forces and truths, creating a haunting tale of love, mystery, and institutional critique.

Return to the lush, dreamlike world of dark academia fantasy as Effy and Preston embark on a final adventure, concluding their haunting love story in this stunning sequel. This collector's edition features a beautiful foil case design, antique-style endpapers, filigree cover, and intricately designed edges. Effy, having defeated the Fairy King, is free from her nightmares and is now able to write a thesis with Preston on the beloved national fairytale Angharad. She has made history as the first woman to enroll at the literature college. However, some dreams can be perilous, especially when they materialize. The entire university—and soon the nation—anticipates her failure. With the Fairy King vanquished and Myrddin's legacy revealed, Effy can no longer escape into fantasy. Who is she without her stories? Meanwhile, Preston grapples with a simmering rage as he dreams of a palace under the sea, where he reigns as king—visions that haunt him even in waking life. As the conflict between Llyr and Argant escalates, Effy and Preston find themselves ensnared in the chaos: Effy risks losing her dreams, while Preston risks losing himself. Are dreams ever truly just dreams?

Featuring a striking holographic foil case and custom-designed edges, this limited deluxe edition appeals to fans of dystopian romance. It includes unique glitch-effect endpapers and exclusive bonus content, enhancing the reading experience. Ava Reid, a #1 New York Times bestselling author, delivers a gripping narrative that resonates with fans of works like The Last of Us and The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. This edition is a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE WOLF AND THE WOODSMANIf the monsters are real, so are the women who defeat them.Effy has always believed in fairy tales. She's had no choice. Since childhood, she's been haunted by visions of the Fairy King. She's found solace only in the pages of Angharad - a beloved epic about a mortal girl who[Bokinfo].

Set in a dystopian world controlled by the corporation Caerus, the story follows Inesa, who discovers her mother has offered her as a sacrifice in a deadly spectacle known as the Lamb's Gauntlet. As she fights for survival with her brother, she encounters Melinoë, a skilled assassin grappling with her own haunting past. Their paths intertwine in a chase that challenges their beliefs about survival and redemption, leading to unexpected feelings of love amidst the chaos. Themes of sacrifice, survival, and the quest for identity are central to their journey.

''A tale of fear and survival, hope and yearning and defiance, in timelessly elegant prose. It will enchant you, break your heart, and chill you to the very marrow.' Samantha Shannon on The Wolf and the Woodsman From the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Wolf and the Woodsman comes a gothic retelling of The Juniper Tree, where a young witch seeks to discover her identity and escape the domination of her abusive wizard father. Perfect for fans of Angela Carter, Catherynne M. Valente and Shirley Jackson _________________________________ A gruesome curse. A city in upheaval. A monster with unquenchable appetites. Marlinchen and her sisters are the last true witches in a city shifting from magic to industry. Viewed as little more than tourist traps, they spend their days treating clients with archaic remedies and nostalgic charm, while attempting to placate their tyrannical, xenophobic wizard father, who keeps his daughters locked away in their crumbling home. But at night, they sneak out to revel in the city's thrills, particularly the recently established ballet theatre, where Marlinchen meets a dancer who quickly captures her heart. But as their late-night trysts grow more fervent and frequent, so does the threat of her father's rage. And while their city flourishes, a monster lurks in its midst, borne of intolerance and resentment and suffused with old-world power. Sunday Times bestseller, June 2022 (w/c 27th June 2022)

Return to the immersive, lush, and dreamlike world of the instantly bestselling dark academia fantasy A Study in Drowning as the aftermath of their first discovery pulls Effy and Preston on a final adventure and brings their haunting love story to its end in this stunning sequel and final book in the duology. All stories come to an end. Effy learned that when she defeated the Fairy King. Even though she may never know exactly what happened at Hiraeth, she is free of her nightmares and is able to pen a thesis with Preston on the beloved national fairy tale Angharad. She has finally earned a spot at the literature college, making her the first woman in history to enroll. But some dreams are dangerous, especially when they come true. The entire university—and soon the entire nation—is waiting for her to fail. With the Fairy King defeated and Myrddin’s legacy exposed, Effy can no longer escape into fantasy. Who is she without her stories? With Effy under threat, Preston is surprised to discover a rage simmering inside him, ringing in his ears like bells. He begins to dream of a palace under the sea, a world where he is king—visions that start to follow him even in waking. As the war between Llyr and Argant explodes, Effy and Preston find themselves caught in the crossfire: Effy losing her dreams and Preston losing himself in his. Are dreams ever truly just dreams?

Fair is foul and foul is fair.From the Sunday Times bestselling author of A STUDY IN DROWNING comes a reimagining of Lady Macbeth, Shakespeare's most famous villainess, giving her a voice, a past, and a power that transforms the story men have written for her. The Lady knows the stories: that her eyes induce madness in men.The Lady knows she will be wed to the Scottish brute, who does not leave his warrior ways behind when he comes to the marriage bed.The Lady knows his hostile, suspicious court will be a game of survival, requiring all of her wiles and hidden witchcraft to survive.But the Lady does not know her husband has occult secrets of his own. She does not know that prophecy girds him like armour. She does not know that her magic is greater, and more dangerous, and that it will threaten the order of the world.She does not know this yet. But she will.