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  • Dark Legacy: A Paranormal Mystery: Dark Legacy Series Book 1

    Margo Ryerkerk

    language (, Dec. 10, 2017)
    True Blood meets Heroes.My name is Sierra Reeves, and my life is built on lies. I’m not a regular girl. My telekinetic powers can flip the precarious balance between good and evil.On the run from those that seek to use me as a weapon, I seek protection from the magic-bearing marshal Gavin McLoughlin. If anyone can teach me how to stay alive, it’s Gavin, a well-connected supernatural who hums with authority.Too bad Gavin has no interest in training me. He doesn’t trust me and wants me to stay far away from him and his city.I can’t. I need him, and I’m driven to him like a moth to the flame.I don’t care how hard I’ll have to fight to get into his inner circle, I won’t give up. But just as I make the tiniest bit of progress with Mr. Stubborn, corpses sprout like mushrooms all over Savannah. If I’m not careful, I will be next…Dive into Dark Legacy, the first book in a new YA paranormal series filled with magic, mystery, and romance.If you enjoyed Shadowhunters, True Blood, and Vampire Diaries, you’ll love this YA urban fantasy!​Buy Dark Legacy today and join Sierra on a heart-pounding ride!Dark Legacy is the first of five books in the Dark Legacy Series.The series is now complete and all books are available on Amazon.Dark Legacy was previously published under the name Fluidus Rising (Book 1 of The Ardere Series).“I absolutely fell in love with this book. The plot is dark, twisted, fast paced, and sucks you in right from the start. I loved the style of the author and read the book in one sitting. Fantastic start to the series.” — Amazon reviewer ★★★★★“Fantastic story! I connected immediately with the believable, likable, & enthralling characters.” — Amazon reviewer ★★★★★ “This book surprised me! All throughout the book I kept finding myself trying to figure out who the murderer was. I couldn't put this book down till the very end and then was sad it was over!” — Amazon reviewer ★★★★★“With a unique concept and characters that you'll get totally invested in, Dark Legacy is an awesome read.” — Amazon reviewer ★★★★★“I can’t wait to read the rest in this series.” — Amazon reviewer ★★★★★Join the adventure today and lose yourself in a world full of magic and romance
  • Cruel Elites

    Margo Ryerkerk, Holly Hook

    language (, Dec. 5, 2019)
    I refuse to end up as a vampire's slave.There's no escape out of Nocturnal Academy's prison school. Being here means I’ve lost my mother, my best friend, and my freedom.Now, Nocturnal Academy plans to make me into a courtesan for the vampires. My only hope out is topping the Placement Tests and becoming the 1 out of 100 fae who gets to shape her own fate.But between a mysterious vampire guard confusing my feelings, my nemesis circling in on me like a viper, and a teacher who hates my guts, all my plans are falling apart. If I’m not careful, I won’t even end up as a courtesan, but as dead meat.Warning: This book contains mature content and possible triggering situations and is therefore only suitable for mature YA and New Adult readers. We recommend Nocturnal Academy for readers 17 and up.Cruel Elites is a YA/New Adult fae academy novel and the first book in the Nocturnal Academy series.The Nocturnal Academy series is now complete.
  • Wicked Nobles: A New Adult Prison Academy Novel

    Margo Ryerkerk, Holly Hook

    eBook (, May 17, 2020)
    In a world ruled by vamps, being half fae and magicless sucks.You know what’s even worse? Being sold into slavery by your own mother.I am Onyx Logan, and my mother condemned me when she sent me to Nocturnal Academy. If I get lucky, the academy will mold me into a servant for rich vampires. If I’m not, I’ll become a courtesan.But if the vamps think I’ll take this lying down like a good little bitch, they’re wrong. I don’t have the means to escape Nocturnal Academy, but I have my eyes set on someone who does.Prince Preston Kallan, a handsome, pureblood fae teacher from the Summer Court, doesn’t know who I am yet, but he will soon. At least that was the plan. Because as it turns out, nothing goes the way I expect.Wicked Nobles is the first book in the completed Nocturnal Academy series. Immerse yourself into a world filled with magic, danger, and romance.
  • The Nutcracker Curse: Cursed Fairy Tale: Book 1

    Margo Ryerkerk

    eBook (, Dec. 1, 2018)
    The Selection meets The Last Unicorn.12 days.4 realms.Break the curse.Or turn into a nutcracker.I thought I knew the main threat to my freedom.I was wrong. At seventeen years old, I’m not ready to marry, and yet that’s what I must do as the crown princess of Austria.But getting to know the foreign princes visiting my kingdom becomes the least of my worries when I touch a bespelled nutcracker and unleash a deadly curse. I have twelve days to feed the nutcracker the magical nut Crackatook. If I fail, my soul will become trapped inside the toy for all eternity and my body will turn to wood.Instead of relying on my suitors or the king’s men to find the cure, I saddle my unicorn and sneak out of the palace. My childhood friend Philip insists on tagging along, and soon, we are off to lands filled with mythical creatures. Will we survive all trials and find the Crackatook in time? Or will my soul become trapped in the nutcracker and my body turn to wood?Don’t miss this clean YA Fairy Tale filled with adventure, love, magic, and a strong heroine! If you like K.M Shea, Melanie Cellier, and Kiera Cass, you’ll love this!Buy it now and join Clara on her journey to break the Nutcracker Curse!The Nutcracker Curse is the first book in the Cursed Fairy Tale series. Each book can be read as a standalone. However, for greatest enjoyment, the novels should be read in order. “A lovely fantasy spin on a fairy tale.” — Amazon reviewer ★★★★★“A fresh take on an old favorite.” — Amazon reviewer ★★★★★“Pure, unmitigated fun.” — Amazon reviewer ★★★★★“A real pleasure to read.” — Amazon reviewer ★★★★★“An amazing tale of fantasy and romance.” — Amazon reviewer ★★★★★Join the adventure today and lose yourself in a world full of magic and romance!
  • Phoenix Call: A YA Urban Fantasy Novel: Dark Legacy Series Book 4

    Margo Ryerkerk

    language (, July 17, 2018)
    A dark artifact.A run against time.A deadly demonic power.Sierra has decimated her uncle’s generals but not his will. He returns more vicious than ever and is prepared to go to any lengths to obtain power, even if it means the annihilation of the planet.Three hundred years ago, when the dark lord was defeated, the Phoenix emblem broke into two pieces.Now, one half of the emblem has surfaced, and Sierra must find a way to destroy it before her uncle steals it.If she fails and the two emblem parts are united, a great evil will be unleashed and everything she holds dear will be obliterated.Phoenix Call is the fourth book in the Dark Legacy series. Filled with magic, heartache, and backstabbing, it is a YA Fantasy read that can’t be missed!If you liked The Mortal Instruments, Vampire Academy, and Vampire Diaries, you’ll love the Dark Legacy series.Will Sierra stop her uncle in time or fail and pay the ultimate price?Read now and find out!Book 5: Phoenix Unleashed will be released in spring 2019“I was so surprised with the ending. I do not usually wish the summer away, but I can hardly wait for the fall for the final book to be released. I love this series!” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“I cannot even imagine how this series is going to wrap up with the next book. Dark days are ahead for the world, that is for sure!” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“A truly engaging, beautifully written & heart pounding book. I can't wait for the final book to be available, I actually wish I could've just read it straight after as the ending – Argh, I could've screamed!!!” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“This series is getting better and better, loved this book. I was hooked from the beginning to the very end. Another rollercoaster. Full of twists and turns keeping you on the edge of your seat breath holding.” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“Had me hooked, I read in every spare moment that I had!” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★
  • Mirror Sacrifice: A YA Urban Fantasy Novel: Dark Legacy Series Book 2

    Margo Ryerkerk

    language (, Jan. 31, 2018)
    When the past and the present collide, Hearts will be shattered,Lives will be lost. After escaping a serial killer, Sierra travels to London, ready to embrace her supernatural heritage. In addition to training, she has to assert her place among the snobbish elite and decide what to do about Gavin as he grows more distant and teams up on a mission with his charming ex.To claim her spot in the supernatural world, Sierra trains harder than ever with Cooper who tasked with protecting her soon becomes more.But matters of the heart will have to wait as the Culpatus returns with unexpected allies and the intention to fulfill a dark prophecy that spells the end of the world.A thrilling, contemporary fantasy adventure filled with secrets and romance, Mirror Sacrifice, the 2nd book in the Dark Legacy series, will keep you on the edge of your seat wanting more!If you like Cassandra Clare, Michelle Madow, Elisa Kova, and Rachel E. Carter, you’ll love Mirror Sacrifice.Buy it today and join Sierra on her London journey!Mirror Sacrifice is the second book in the Dark LegacySeries.Book 3: Spirit Snatcher is now available on Amazon.Book 4: Phoenix Call is now available on Amazon.Book 5: Phoenix Unleashed will be released in spring 2019.​“Book 2 has continued to deliver an unforgettable mix of supernatural, heart-pounding action and suspense. As this unique, gripping dark journey continues, Sierra and Gavin are faced with more life-threatening challenges. This storyline will keep you engrossed as you’re transported into a world you will never forget!!” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“The character development is excellent. This book is fast paced and fun! I highly recommend it to others. I will be impatiently waiting for the next book!” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“Wow, another page turner. Hard to put down because there is always something happening. I stayed up a few really late nights reading. So much suspense and surprise and joy, sadness, and love.” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“This book blew me away. It was everything I was hoping for and everything that I never expected!” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“A great sequel.” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“The adventure continues, the drama becomes more intense and the emotional rollercoaster has so many twists and turns it will leave you dizzy! I cannot wait to see what happens next!!" — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★"A wonderful paranormal thrill ride. The storyline is well-written, action-packed and fast-paced as well as emotional. The characters are developed, strong and likable.” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“Fantastic story! I absolutely loved it. The plot is dark and twisted, fast-paced and entertaining. I connected immediately with the believable, likable, infuriating & enthralling characters.” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“A new approach to magic that I really liked. This had a Game of Thrones vibe to it, you didn't know what to expect.” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★
  • Spirit Snatcher: A YA Urban Fantasy Novel: Dark Legacy Series Book 3

    Margo Ryerkerk

    language (, April 14, 2018)
    Savage lies.Crushing betrayals.Winner takes all.Did you love Vampire Academy, The Mortal Instruments, and Shadow Falls?Then The Ardere Series is perfect for you.Sierra is coming to terms with the discovery of her family’s dark secrets and mastering the elements when London’s Guardians begin to vanish one by one.Certain the Culpatus is behind the abductions, she needs to uncover where they’re taking the Guardians before it is too late. However, she can’t do this alone and must team up with the last person she wants to deal with—Gavin.Gavin has broken her heart, and yet, she still longs for him, even though she’s dating Cooper.The mission to rescue the Guardians will test Sierra, Gavin, and Cooper like nothing has ever before and take them deep into the lair of the Culpatus.Will they manage to free their people, or will they end up prisoners themselves?Spirit Snatcher is the third book in the Ardere series. Filled with magic, heartache, and backstabbing, it is a YA Fantasy read that can’t be missed!Buy it now and follow Sierra into the lair of her enemy!Book 4: Phoenix Call is now available on Amazon.The final and fifth book, Phoenix Unleashed, will be released in spring 2019.“If you haven't started this series yet, what are you waiting for? While some series tend to degrade in quality, Margo's writing only gets better, and the story only gets juicier and crazier.” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“SUCH a great series!! I love the characters!” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“If I fail my finals this week I so blame this book because it was just so good that I couldn't put it down!” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“This series only gets better with each installment. I give Spirit Snatcher 5 out of 5 stars.” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“If you like action packed magically addicting drama, then this is a series for you!” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“This book is full of fight, enlightenment, heartbreak, fear, encouragement, danger, death and glowing possibilities!” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“I would recommend Spirit Snatcher and the whole Ardere Series to all paranormal fans and all who like seeing the use of the Elements, Earth, Air, Water, and Fire in action.” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“This series is so addicting! I highly advise anyone who loves action, adventure, romance, suspense and fantasy novels to pick up this series. You will not regret it!” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★
  • Reluctant Fae

    Margo Ryerkerk, Holly Hook

    eBook (, April 30, 2020)
    Thrust into a terrifying paradise, I must survive.My vampire master rejecting me was only the beginning of my adventure. Afraid of being sold to a sadistic vampire, I’m shocked when instead a mysterious Summer Court fae takes me to the faeland where I’m expected to develop my magic abilities and serve the ruthless Summer Court king.To ensure my loyalty, the king has his High Commandeer Nathan keep an eye on me. Nathan is equal parts unbending and fascinating, his blind support of the king admirable and terrifying.Will I pass the tests of the Summer Court and carve out a place for myself in my new home, or will I be exiled back to Earth?Join me on my heart-racing, enchanting, and romantic adventure now!Reluctant Fae is a YA/New Adult fae academy novel and the first book in the Prison Fae Academy trilogy.Book Two, Rebellious Fae will be released in spring 2020.
  • Phoenix Unleashed: A YA Urban Fantasy Novel: Dark Legacy Series Book 5

    Margo Ryerkerk

    language (, March 9, 2019)
    Bahadur has awoken.His touch will enslave everyone.Only Sierra can stop him.Bahadur’s ascension shakes the world. Able to kill with one touch, steal supernatural auras, and turn humans into bloodthirsty henchmen, he’s invincible.The only person who stands a chance to stop his tyranny is Sierra. Prepared to do whatever it takes to defeat him, she throws herself into danger. Unfortunately, her impulsiveness backfires and puts her in a worse position.Desperate to undo her mistake, Sierra travels across the world to find the one magical object that might give her a fighting chance against Bahadur.However, Bahadur is two steps ahead of her and makes a move no one expected.Will Sierra find a way to triumph over him or will Bahadur succeed and drag the whole world into darkness?Read it now to unlock the conclusion to the Dark Legacy series!Praise for the Dark Legacy series:“I absolutely fell in love with this book. The world created is complex and engaging, the plot is dark and twisted. I loved the style of the author and read the book in one sitting. Fantastic start to the series.” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“Fantastic story! I absolutely loved it. The plot is dark and twisted, fast-paced and entertaining. I connected immediately with the believable, likable, infuriating & enthralling characters.” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★ “This book was exciting and very addictive.” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“With a unique concept and characters that you'll get totally invested in, Dark Legacy is an awesome read.” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“I can’t wait to read the rest in this series.” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★“This book blew me away. It was everything I was hoping for and everything that I never expected!” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★ “The adventure continues, the drama becomes more intense and the emotional rollercoaster has so many twists and turns it will leave you dizzy! I cannot wait to see what happens next!!” — Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★
  • The Bluebeard Curse: Cursed Fairy Tale: Book 2

    Margo Ryerkerk

    language (, Dec. 15, 2018)
    A devastating curse. A broken soul. A fearless girl. After finding his sister crouched over their dead parents’ bodies, Nolan turns her in. To cope with his crippling loss, he seeks to forget his sorrows in revelries. But trying to escape his life only creates more problems when two girls, last seen with him, drown. Unable to bear the town’s accusations, Nolan flees his home.Five years later, he’s forced to return to the city that calls him Bluebeard and accept his count title. His welcome is anything but warm, friends treat him with suspicion, and the worst is yet to come… Jolie knows servants shouldn’t interact with nobility, but there’s something about Nolan Bluebeard that makes it impossible to stay away even if being close to him jeopardizes everything she has worked so hard for.While Nolan desperately tries to rebuild his reputation with Jolie’s help, a devastating curse has women around him falling dead one by one.Will Nolan and Jolie break the curse, or will they die trying?The Bluebeard Curse is the second book in the Cursed Fairy Tales series. Each book can be read as a standalone. However, for greatest enjoyment, the novels should be read in order.Filled with adventure, love, magic, and a strong heroine, this clean YA Fairy Tale is a must-read!If you liked The Siren and The Selection by Kiera Cass, K.M Shea and Melanie Cellier’s work, you’ll love this!Buy it now and join Jolie and Nolan on their journey to break the Bluebeard curse!
  • The Hansel and Gretel Curse: Cursed Fairy Tale: Book 3

    Margo Ryerkerk

    language (, Jan. 14, 2019)
    A vicious witch.A dark curse.A lost kingdom.After a mysterious woman comes to Gretel’s village, her brother Hansel disappears without a trace. Gretel soon discovers that the traveling beauty wasn’t just any woman, but a wicked witch who steals willpowers, transforming humans into slaves.Determined to rescue Hansel, Gretel ventures into the lair of the witch, the Black Forest, swearing she’ll either leave with her brother or die trying.An evil force has befallen General Stefan’s kingdom. The evil witch of the Black Forest is poisoning the royal family and the whole country. She must be brought to justice.Cloaked in spells, the witch’s forest has consumed countless soldiers and only permits one solider to enter at a time. Unable to bring his army, Stefan must fight this battle alone. Or so he thinks until he meets Gretel. The willful redhead is an unlikely partner and his only ally.Together, Stefan and Gretel must overcome countless obstacles and trials as well as untangle their terrifying romantic feelings for each other.Will Stefan and Gretel find a way to outsmart the witch or will they lose their lives and everything they care about?Buy it now and find out!Filled with adventure, love, magic, and a strong heroine, this clean YA Fairy Tale is a must-read!If you liked Kiera Cass, Serena Valentino, and Liz Braswell, you’ll love this!The Hansel and Gretel Curse is the third book in the Cursed Fairy Tale series. Each book can be read as a standalone. However, for greatest enjoyment, the novels should be read in order.
  • The Nutcracker Curse: Cursed Fairy Tale: Book 1

    Margo Ryerkerk

    Paperback (Independently published, Dec. 8, 2018)
    12 days.4 realms.Break the curse.Or turn into a nutcracker.Princess Clara thought she knew the main threat to her freedom.She was wrong. At seventeen years old, Clara isn’t ready to marry, and yet that’s what she must do as the crown princess of Austria.However, getting to know the foreign princes visiting her kingdom becomes the least of Clara’s worries when she touches a bespelled nutcracker and unleashes a deadly curse. She has twelve days to feed the nutcracker the magical nut Crackatook. If she fails, her soul will become trapped inside the toy for all eternity and her body will turn to wood.Instead of relying on her suitors or the king’s men to find the cure, Clara saddles her unicorn and sneaks out of the palace. Her childhood friend Philip notices her leaving and makes her choose between returning to the castle or allowing him to come along.Reluctantly, Clara agrees to him joining her, and soon, they are off to lands filled with mythical creatures. Will they survive all trials and find the Crackatook in time? Or will Clara’s soul become trapped in the nutcracker and her body turn to wood?Filled with adventure, love, magic, and a strong heroine, this clean YA Fairy Tale is the perfect festive read!If you like K.M Shea, Melanie Cellier, and Kiera Cass, you’ll love this!Buy it now and join Clara on her journey to break the Nutcracker Curse!The Nutcracker Curse is the first book in the Cursed Fairy Tale series. Each book can be read as a standalone. However, for greatest enjoyment, the novels should be read in order. Book 2: The Bluebeard Curse is now available for preorder and will be released on the 15thof December