L. J. Smith

Cassie is drawn into a dangerous world when she joins the Secret Circle. This coven of young witches possesses an incredible power that has secretly controlled the town of New Salem for three hundred years. As she navigates this hidden society, Cassie discovers that belonging comes with immense risks and terrifying temptations. Her loyalties are tested when she falls hopelessly in love with the coven leader's boyfriend. This forbidden attraction threatens to tear the group apart and puts Cassie directly in the line of fire. Torn between her heart and her safety, she faces a terrible choice. The allure of dark magic whispers to her, promising a way out of her impossible situation. You will be kept on the edge of your seat as Cassie wrestles with these dark forces. Will she succumb to the temptation of forbidden power, or can she find the strength to resist before it destroys everything she holds dear?

Rashel has dedicated her life to a single, deadly mission: hunting down the vampires of the Night World. Driven by a tragic past, she is fearless and ruthless in her quest for revenge. Quinn is everything she has sworn to destroy. He is a powerful ringleader in this secret supernatural society, known for trapping human girls to feed his kind. When their paths collide, the unthinkable happens. Rashel and Quinn discover they are soulmates, bound together by a force stronger than their hatred. Now, love and loathing war within Rashel's heart as she struggles to reconcile her deadly purpose with her undeniable feelings. Revenge has always tasted sweet, but the pull of destiny might be sweeter. You will be swept up in this intense conflict of loyalties and desires. Can Rashel truly kill the boy who holds her soul, or will she risk everything to belong to a monster she cannot live without?

A hidden society thrives just beneath the surface of the human realm. Vampires, werewolves, witches, and shapeshifters exist all around us, governed by the strict and unforgiving laws of the Night World. The most absolute rule of all is that falling in love is strictly forbidden, and breaking this law means facing a terrifying punishment. This compelling collection brings together three thrilling stories of danger and forbidden romance. You will follow Poppy, who must risk everything to gain immortality from her secret vampire love. You will meet three fugitive vampire sisters on the run from their ruthless brother, who unexpectedly finds themselves captivated by humans. Finally, you will watch two witch cousins engage in a fierce battle of white and black magic over the boy they both desire. Every page is packed with intense supernatural stakes and heart-stopping choices. Step into a world where survival depends on keeping secrets, and following your heart could cost you your life.

Elena Gilbert is the undisputed queen of her high school, a golden girl who is entirely used to getting exactly what she wants. When a handsome and deeply mysterious new student named Stefan arrives, Elena immediately sets her sights on him. To her complete shock, Stefan seems entirely immune to her charms and actively tries to keep his distance. She has no idea that Stefan is hiding a terrifying secret. He is a vampire, constantly struggling to resist his darker urges and desperate to protect Elena from the danger he brings. The stakes are raised when Stefan's older brother, Damon, arrives in town. Damon is dangerous, wildly unpredictable, and fiercely drawn to Elena. You will be pulled into a gripping web of suspense and supernatural intrigue. As Elena becomes entangled in a deadly love triangle between two immortal brothers, she must navigate a world of dark secrets where getting what she wants might just cost her everything.

A deadly transformation has fundamentally changed Elena, leaving her wild with a terrifying new craving for blood. With the dangerous and unpredictable Damon now by her side, she struggles to control the overwhelming desires that come with her dark new reality. The golden girl she once was is fading, replaced by something much more powerful and perilous. Meanwhile, Damon is torn between his growing connection to Elena and his deep-seated hunger for revenge against his brother. Stefan is completely tormented by the loss of the girl he loves. Desperate to save her from the darkness, Stefan is willing to do whatever it takes to win her back, even if it means embracing the very monstrosity he has spent a lifetime despising. You will experience a thrilling rush of emotion and suspense as these three immortal lives violently collide. Getting exactly what they want could demand the ultimate price, and survival is far from guaranteed.

Cassie has just been initiated into the most exclusive and powerful group in her new hometown. This is no ordinary high school clique, but a secret coven of young, beautiful, and highly dangerous witches. As she steps into this hidden world of magic and mystery, Cassie finds herself wielding incredible supernatural abilities she never knew existed. But her newfound power comes with a treacherous complication. Cassie has fallen deeply in love with a boy she cannot have, who happens to be the boyfriend of the coven's fiercely intimidating leader. This forbidden romance threatens to break the fragile bonds of the group and unleash a devastating conflict. You will be captivated by the intense rivalries and dark secrets hiding behind closed doors. Cassie must carefully balance her loyalty to the coven against the powerful desires of her own heart, knowing that one wrong move could cost her everything.

Three mysterious sisters have arrived in a quiet town, bringing a dark and deadly secret with them. They are fugitives desperately on the run from their cruel and ruthless brother, seeking refuge in a world that knows nothing of their true supernatural nature. The Night World is always watching, and hiding is never easy. When innocent local girl Mary Lynette discovers the truth about her new neighbors, she is pulled into a terrifying and beautiful hidden reality. Her bravery is immediately tested when she crosses paths with a dangerously charming boy who hides a monstrous secret of his own. He is a werewolf, and his intense focus is locked firmly on her. You will be swept into a thrilling tale of survival and forbidden attraction. Can Mary Lynette resist a powerful supernatural charm and find a way to save both the fugitive sisters and herself from a violent fate?

Kaitlyn Fairchild has spent her entire life feeling like a complete outsider in her small town. Her haunting, prophetic drawings and intense eyes have convinced everyone that she is a witch, but the truth is actually much stranger. Kait is a powerful psychic, desperate for a place where she finally belongs. A fresh start arrives in the form of an invitation to the mysterious Zetes Institute. Here, Kait meets four other gifted teenagers and begins to hone her incredible abilities. But the joy of true friendship quickly becomes complicated when she is torn between two very different boys. Rob offers healing energy and kindness, while the aggressive and mysterious Gabriel hides a dangerous secret as a psychic vampire. You will join Kait as a routine experiment suddenly traps the five teens in an unbreakable psychic link. With their sanity and their lives on the line, Kait must figure out who she can truly trust before it is too late.

A terrifying new darkness has descended, forcing old enemies to stand together against an unimaginable evil. Elena has miraculously risen from the dead, determined to recreate the powerful alliance she once shared with the two immortal brothers who love her. She is changed, but her spirit is as fierce as ever. Stefan is summoned by the girl he thought he had lost forever. Bound by a powerful promise, he steps up to fight the most terrifying and violent threat he has ever encountered. By his side is Damon, the brother he has always considered an enemy. Using his deadly charm, cunning intellect, and raw strength, Damon throws himself into the brutal battle ahead. You will be completely gripped by this final, explosive conflict. As the trio faces down a horror that threatens to consume their entire world, they must push their powers to the absolute limit. It is a desperate fight for survival where every loyalty will be tested.

Elena has just survived the fight of her life, successfully saving Fell's Church and rescuing her vampire boyfriend, Stefan, from near destruction. After facing down unimaginable horrors, all she wants is to return home and finally resume a normal high school life. But peace is a luxury she cannot afford. A dark and entirely new enemy is already lurking in the shadows, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. This unseen threat is more powerful than anything Elena has faced before, challenging her fragile sense of safety and forcing her back into a supernatural war. Her extraordinary courage will be tested as the town is plunged into danger once again. You will be drawn back into this thrilling world of immortal drama and deadly secrets. With her loved ones in the crosshairs, Elena must gather her strength and outsmart a villain who will stop at nothing to tear her life apart.

A fierce supernatural rivalry is brewing in the halls of a normal high school. Blaise is a captivating and deeply manipulative witch who specializes in dark magic, and she has set her sights on the charming Eric Ross. She always gets exactly what she wants, and she is fully prepared to use every dangerous spell in her arsenal to claim him. Standing in her way is her own cousin, Thea. Thea is dedicated to the gentle power of white magic and refuses to watch an innocent boy be destroyed by Blaise's cruel intentions. What begins as a simple high school crush quickly escalates into a dangerous, high-stakes magical war between the two powerful girls. You will be spellbound by this thrilling clash of light and dark. As Thea risks everything to protect Eric from her cousin's sinister grasp, she must dig deep into her own abilities to prove that true love is stronger than the darkest enchantment.

Step deeper into a hidden society where vampires, werewolves, and shapeshifters live secretly among humans. The Night World is governed by ancient, unbreakable laws, and the most dangerous crime of all is falling in love. This thrilling collection brings three gripping tales of dark magic, fierce independence, and forbidden romance. You will follow Gillian, who is saved by a gorgeous guardian angel, only to discover his requests are growing increasingly sinister. You will fight alongside Rashel, a fierce vampire hunter who is horrified to realize her destined soulmate is a ringleader of the very monsters she has sworn to destroy. Finally, you will unravel the mystery with Hannah, a girl receiving terrifying warnings about a destiny tied to the powerful Lord of the Night World. Prepare to be captivated by intense supernatural battles and impossible choices. These three fearless heroines must navigate a terrifying world where following their hearts could lead to ultimate destruction.

The deadly rivalry between two immortal brothers has reached a terrifying breaking point. Damon, ruthless and dangerously charismatic, has made his intentions completely clear. He is absolutely determined to claim the beautiful Elena as his dark queen, and he is fully prepared to kill his own brother to possess her. On the other side stands Stefan, fiercely protective and desperate to save the girl he loves. Pushed to the absolute edge by Damon's sinister games, Stefan is actively seeking a power strong enough to destroy his older brother once and for all. Caught in the center of this vicious supernatural war is Elena, who must navigate her own powerful feelings. You will be hooked as the emotional stakes are raised higher than ever before. With violence threatening to spill over into their quiet town, a single mistake could cost someone their life in this gripping battle for ultimate control.

Jez Redfern is wild, utterly dangerous, and perfectly comfortable in the darkness. As the fierce leader of a vicious gang of Night World vampires, she has spent her life embracing evil and thriving in the shadows. But her entire reality is shattered when she uncovers a shocking secret about her own past. Suddenly, everything Jez believed about her identity is a lie. She is faced with a terrifying and impossible choice: remain the deadly, carefree crusader of the night, or turn her back on her kind to protect innocent mortals from the very friends she once led. Switching sides means making enemies of the most dangerous creatures on earth. You will be plunged into an action-packed fight for redemption and survival. As Jez battles against her own dark nature and deep thirst for blood, she must decide what she is truly fighting for before her former allies hunt her down.

Poppy is facing a terrifying reality: she has been diagnosed with a terminal illness, and her time is rapidly running out. But her best friend, James, harbors a dark and incredible secret. He is a vampire belonging to the hidden, supernatural Night World, and he holds the absolute power to save her life. James can offer Poppy the gift of eternal life, but the cost is unfathomably high. Entering his world means abandoning everything she knows and breaking the strict, unforgiving laws of his society. A single kiss reveals the depth of his soul and the intense, forbidden love he has kept hidden for years. You will be captivated by this heartbreaking and thrilling race against time. Poppy must make the ultimate choice between a tragic mortal death or following the boy she loves into a dangerous, immortal darkness where survival is never guaranteed.

Something strange and unexplainable is haunting Hannah. Her mind is flooded with intense, fragmented memories of a passionate love that seems to have spanned across centuries and multiple lifetimes. She is desperately trying to understand who—or what—she is remembering, and why these visions feel so incredibly real. The truth is more dangerous than she could ever imagine. Her destined soulmate is a powerful vampire and a reigning lord of the Night World, and he is actively pursuing her just as he has done through all her previous lives. But he is not the only one tracking her down. A dark, ancient enemy is also closing in, threatening to destroy them both. You will be pulled into a sweeping, high-stakes mystery of reincarnation and immortal romance. Hannah must unlock the secrets of her past to survive the terrifying threats of her present before history violently repeats itself.

The terrifying game is finally coming to an end, and the ultimate prize is life itself. Jenny has already survived unimaginable horrors and fought her way out of a nightmare, but the dark and gorgeous Julian, Prince of the Shadows, refuses to let her go. He is obsessed with claiming her, and he is ready to make his final, deadly move. Julian has brought his sinister world of shadows directly into Jenny’s reality. Nowhere is safe, and the monsters that once lived only in her fears are now hunting her friends in the streets of her own town. To defeat him once and for all, Jenny must face the darkest parts of her own heart. You will be completely gripped by this thrilling and explosive conclusion. As the boundaries between the real world and the shadow realm collapse, Jenny must risk everything to win the game before she loses her freedom, and her soul, forever.

What begins as a simple, fun evening with friends quickly spirals into a terrifying fight for survival. When Jenny brings home a mysterious new board game, she expects nothing more than a few hours of entertainment. But the moment they start playing, the game comes alive, plunging them all into a dark, inescapable alternate reality. Trapped in this nightmare realm, they discover that Julian—the dangerously gorgeous guy who sold Jenny the game—is actually the Prince of the Shadows. Julian is completely in charge, pulling the strings and forcing the friends to confront their deepest, most secret fears. His ultimate goal is to win the beautiful Jenny as his personal prize. You will be on the edge of your seat as the terrifying stakes are revealed. The only way to escape the shadow world is to keep playing, but losing this game means losing your life.