Rick Yancey

There are some ancient secrets buried deep within the earth that should never be disturbed. After surviving his last deadly mission, Alfred Kropp just wants to stay home and be a normal teenager. But when a terrifying vision foretells a cataclysmic battle between the Sons of Light and the Sons of Darkness, Alfred is thrust right back into the action. A dangerous race is on to find the fabled Thirteenth Skull of Merlin. Whoever possesses this legendary artifact will hold the power to unleash a new Dark Age and trigger the Apocalypse. To stop the end of the world, Alfred must journey to the bottom of a terrifying abyss called Krubera, a place so nightmarish it nearly drove his mentor insane. With new enemies tracking his every move and old allies acting suspiciously, Alfred isn't sure who he can trust. Dive into a compulsive, high-stakes adventure where one reluctant hero must face his darkest fears to save humanity.

Twelve-year-old orphan Will Henry has a job unlike any other kid in 1888: he is the assistant to a doctor who hunts real-life monsters. Living with the eccentric Dr. Pellinore Warthrop, Will has grown used to mysterious late-night callers and the dangerous, gruesome business of monstrumology. But his terrifying world is turned upside down when a grave robber arrives in the middle of the night with a horrifying discovery. He brings the body of a young girl and the monstrous creature that was eating her. The doctor identifies the beast as an Anthropophagus, a vicious, headless monster that feeds through a mouth in its chest. Worse, this discovery signals that a growing pod of these deadly predators is hunting in the shadows. Now, Will and the doctor must race against time to destroy the monsters before they consume the town. Dive into this dark, gothic adventure that explores the chilling line between man and monster.

Alfred Kropp is just an ordinary high school kid trying to survive his everyday life. But everything changes when his guardian uncle ropes him into a suspicious get-rich-quick scheme that goes horribly wrong. Alfred unwittingly steals Excalibur, the legendary sword of King Arthur, and accidentally delivers it straight into the hands of a dangerous man with evil intentions. Now, the world is facing imminent destruction, and it is entirely Alfred's fault. To right his massive wrong, this unlikely hero must embark on an epic, globe-trotting quest to recover the sword before it is too late. Packed with high-speed car chases, modern-day knights, and deadly secret agents, this thrilling adventure will keep you on the edge of your seat. Join Alfred as he transforms from a clumsy teenager into the savior of the world in a hilarious, fast-paced story full of action and heart.

Things have finally started to settle down for Alfred Kropp after his wild adventure saving the world. But his quiet life is shattered when he is suddenly kidnapped and thrust into a terrifying new crisis. This time, the threat is the Seal of Solomon, an ancient and powerful ring that has controlled the fallen angels of heaven for millennia. The ring has been stolen, and if Alfred cannot recover it, all of hell will literally break loose on Earth. Forced to face off against deadly enemies and supernatural forces, Alfred must once again step up as the ultimate underdog hero. Packed with non-stop thrills, explosive action, and laugh-out-loud humor, this rip-roaring adventure proves that heroes can come from the most unlikely places. Get ready for a high-stakes journey filled with danger, mystery, and a battle to save humanity from total destruction.

How do you rid the Earth of seven billion humans? You rid the humans of their humanity. Surviving the first four waves of the alien invasion was nearly impossible, but the nightmare is far from over. Cassie Sullivan now finds herself navigating a brutal new world where the fundamental trust that binds people together has been completely shattered. As the deadly 5th Wave rolls across the frozen landscape, Cassie, Ben, and Ringer are forced to confront the Others' ultimate, terrifying goal: the total extermination of the human race. The survivors haven't yet seen the darkest depths to which their alien enemies will sink, but the Others haven't seen the incredible heights to which humanity will rise to fight back. In this riveting, action-packed sequel, the ultimate battle between hope and despair, love and hate, and life and death reaches a fever pitch. Prepare for a gripping sci-fi thriller that will leave you breathless.

The first wave took out the power, plunging the world into darkness. The second wave brought the destruction of the coastlines. The third wave unleashed a deadly plague that wiped out most of the population. The fourth wave taught the survivors one brutal lesson: trust no one. Now, the dawn of the 5th wave is here. Cassie Sullivan is running. She knows that to stay alone is to stay alive, especially when the beings hunting them look exactly like humans. Her only goal is to survive long enough to rescue her little brother. But when she meets Evan Walker, a mysterious boy who might be her only hope, Cassie faces an impossible choice. She must decide whether to risk trusting him or surrender to the despair of a shattered world. In this gripping, high-stakes survival story, humanity is pushed to the absolute brink. Can Cassie find the strength to keep fighting when everything she loves has been stripped away? Dive into a relentless, action-packed adventure where the line between human and alien is terrifyingly blurred.

Twelve-year-old orphan Will Henry has finally found something that always seemed completely out of reach: a normal life. Left behind in Victorian New York while his eccentric mentor, Dr. Warthrop, hunts for the Holy Grail of Monstrumology, Will is trying to settle into a real family. But when the doctor's new assistant returns with the devastating news that Warthrop is dead, Will refuses to believe it. Determined to uncover the truth, Will embarks on a terrifying journey to London and beyond. His desperate search leads him to Socotra, the infamous Isle of Blood, a nightmarish place where human beings are used to make nests and blood literally rains from the sky. Plunging into depths of horror far worse than anything he has ever faced, Will must put his loyalty to the ultimate test. This gothic, mind-bending adventure continues the chilling Monstrumologist series, blending gruesome monsters with intense psychological suspense.

The enemy is down here, they are up there, and they are nowhere. They want the Earth, and they want humanity to have it. They came to wipe us out, and they came to save us. Beneath these terrifying riddles lies one brutal truth: Cassie Sullivan and her friends have been betrayed. In the heart-stopping finale to the blockbuster 5th Wave series, the remaining survivors of Earth face their darkest hour. Betrayed first by the alien Others and now by themselves, Cassie, Ringer, and Zombie must navigate a shattered world where trust is a deadly liability. As the final days close in, they are forced to make an impossible decision. Will they prioritize saving their own lives, or will they risk everything to save what makes them human? Packed with relentless action, shocking twists, and emotional depth, this epic science fiction conclusion will keep you turning pages late into the night. Prepare for a violent, unforgettable showdown where the fate of the entire planet hangs in the balance.

Teddy Ruzak's career as a private investigator seems to be over before it even really began. After the state shuts him down for practicing without a license, Teddy is ready to hang up his detective hat. But trouble finds him anyway when he discovers the body of a homeless man right outside his office, a man he had just befriended the day before. Teddy is convinced it is foul play, but the local police think he is barking up the wrong tree. Determined to uncover the truth, Teddy launches his own rogue investigation. His usual bumbling methods are complicated even further when he takes in two unexpected, and potentially dangerous, canine visitors from the local pound. Armed with his signature wit and a pair of unpredictable dogs, Teddy must navigate a web of secrets to catch a killer. This deliciously funny and suspenseful mystery is a perfect blend of humor and gripping detective work.

While Dr. Warthrop is busy trying to prove that vampires do not exist, a desperate plea from his former fiancee pulls him into a terrifying new mystery. Her husband has vanished in the Canadian wilderness, reportedly snatched by a Wendigo, a mythical, flesh-eating creature that starves even as it gorges itself on human prey. Dr. Warthrop firmly believes the Wendigo is nothing more than a campfire story, but he reluctantly agrees to attempt a rescue. When he and his twelve-year-old assistant, Will Henry, manage to save the man from death and starvation, they witness something horrifying: the man begins to transform into the very monster they thought was a myth. Now, Will and the doctor must hunt down the ultimate predator. Can they stop a creature that is neither living nor dead, driven by an endless hunger for human flesh? This chilling sequel blurs the line between myth and reality, delivering a gruesome, fast-paced gothic nightmare.

Meet Teddy Ruzak, a lovable but bumbling private investigator who is about to take on a case that is way over his head. When a glamorous woman with long blond hair walks into his office, Teddy thinks he has scored a standard cheating-husband investigation. She hires him to tail her spouse and gather the evidence she needs. But things take a wild turn when his beautiful new client suddenly vanishes without a trace. What started as a simple snooping job quickly spirals into a baffling mystery. Is Teddy dealing with a messy divorce, or has he stumbled right into the middle of a murder? Armed with his signature wit and a knack for getting into trouble, Teddy must navigate a web of clues to uncover the truth. This hilarious and suspenseful mystery is packed with quirky characters, unexpected twists, and laugh-out-loud moments. Can the highly effective detective crack the case before it is too late?

Lovable but bumbling private investigator Teddy Ruzak is out of his league once again, and this time, the stakes are deadly serious. When an old friend comes to Teddy desperate for help, he cannot say no. His friend's daughter, Isabella, is in danger: her violent ex-boyfriend is days away from being released from jail, and he is sure to come looking for her. Teddy agrees to keep an eye on Isabella, but he quickly realizes this bad seed has connections to some truly ruthless criminals. To make matters worse, Teddy's loyal secretary, Felicia, is being stalked by mysterious men she cannot seem to shake. Now, Teddy must juggle protecting Isabella while keeping Felicia safe from harm. As the danger escalates, Teddy is forced to confront his own deep feelings for his secretary. Can this unconventional detective outsmart a gang of dangerous thugs before someone gets seriously hurt? Dive into a funny, suspenseful mystery full of heart and high stakes.

Will Henry, a boy who has faced death and stared into the abyss, knows the terrifying world of monstrumology all too well. As the final, horrific adventure unfolds, he finds himself in a desperate situation. His mentor, Dr. Warthrop, fears Will's loyalty is wavering and turns on him with an intense fury, leaving Will to confront one of the most dreadful creatures of his career completely alone. Throughout one harrowing day, Will's survival hangs by a thread. Deep within the chilling Monstrumarium, he must confront a monster more terrifying than he could ever have imagined, a beast that challenges the very depths of the human soul. This thrilling and dark conclusion to the Monstrumologist series explores the complex line between good and evil, and the perilous traps that ensnare us all. Can Will Henry endure this ultimate trial and discover his own destiny amidst unparalleled terror?