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Games ofThe Underworld
Series · 5 books · 2022-2023

Books in series

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Crimson Mourning

2022

Nothing is secure. This is the unrelenting motto of clan Shaye—where my husband, Damon, leads—and I live in peace and comfort with the rest of the vampires to the west. But I want more. The council won’t support our marriage because I’m human, so it’s time to make a change. By the time they find the real threat, the consequences will prove to be all too deadly. The fury of this woman scorned lies with the blood of my enemies, and when the dawn breaks the world will see the Crimson Mourning. Crimson Mourning is the prequel to the books within the Games of the Underworld shared universe. It is a standalone dark romance novel with scenes of violence and assault. It can be read independently, but to get the full story, it is highly recommended to read all the books within the series.
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#1

Marked for Execution

2022

Haunted by the fragments of my mind, I found sanctuary in a world without hope or mercy. Survival was all we could focus on, and it drove us to extremes in the name of saving humanity. Worse, beneath the panic and fear, something else stirred. Something I couldn't run from began changing me in ways I couldn't explain or understand. The lost piece refused to find its way back to me. After an ambush ripped away the comfort of lies, I realized that the only way through this nightmare is forward. Nothing I do or say will ever turn back the clock, and I've had to make my peace with that. I've become an enemy, marked for execution. Life, or at least what's left of mine, just got a little more interesting. GAMES OF THE UNDERWORLD The shadows of the underworld call your name. The rise and fall of empires, the vengeance of leaders Lost in a game of life and death, mercy becomes obsolete Survivors are left to destruction in search of hope in desolation. MARKED FOR EXECUTION is one of fifteen books within the Games of the Underworld shared universe. It is a standalone novel which can be read independently, but to get the full story, it is highly recommended to read all of the books within the series.
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#3

Marked and Ruined

2022

How could I have fallen so low? I was the queen’s shadow, the second highest ranking vampire in clan Disaris. Nothing happened without my knowledge. Kiara was my queen and my twin sister. I would kill for her in an instant. So when I discovered an assassination attempt by two rival clans, I did what anyone else would for their sister. I took the hit. The assassins missed her but got me. And as I lay bleeding out, I welcomed death, but found life instead. Spencer Auvrey. The man who found me and got my heart pumping in more ways than one. Saved by a human. I owe him my life, but letting him join me on my quest for vengeance will ultimately ruin him. Who knew falling so low could leave me feeling so high? MARKED AND RUINED is one of sixteen books within the Games of the Underworld shared universe. It is a standalone novel which can be read independently, but to get the full story, it is highly recommended to read all of the books within the series.
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#5

Marked for Redemption

2023

Zendaya As a mind reader working to gather intel from the enemy, I stumble upon uncharted territory and uncover a shocking secret that could compromise my mission. Will I be able to redeem myself, or is failure inevitable? Colton Amidst being tortured and unable to distinguish between fact and fiction, I rely on something that keeps me grounded and motivates me to fight for my sanity. As I navigate treacherous waters, I question my own mental state and wonder if something else is at play. _Redemption comes at a price, and the cost may be too high to bear. As Zendaya and Colton confront their fears, they begin to realize that love could be the ultimate reward in this enemies-to-lovers story. \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\* Marked for Redemption is one of fifteen books within the Games of the Underworld shared universe. It is a standalone novel which can be read independently, but to get the full story, it is highly recommended to read all of the books within the series._
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Marked Resistance

2023

We all knew the risks. We hunt down deserters and pass judgment. If they stay alive, we don’t. I lost my entire team to one, and even though I finished the mission, a part of me died with my vampire brothers. So, I decided to live a little before I reported back to Command. A one-night stand. No names and no strings. I wouldn’t see him again, so I didn’t hold back. Now Command has given me a new team and a new mission. Led by the one vampire I’d never thought I’d see again, to pass judgment on a particular deserter. My sister. Marked Resistance is the season two premiere novel of the Games of the Underworld shared universe. It is a standalone dark romance novel and can be read independently, but to get the full story, it is highly recommended to read all of the books within the series.

Authors

Jade Royal
Jade Royal
Author · 12 books

When the voices begin to speak, Jade Royal sits down in her lab to write the tale. The story unfolds with each keystroke as she listens to her instincts bring the words to life. For as long as she can remember, Jade has always expressed her creative nature artistically, especially by writing. She refers to herself as “Slave to the Pen” because it’s difficult for her to resist the call to write. Jade resides in Cincinnati, Ohio where she was born and raised. She has many siblings and is very family oriented. She spends Sunday evenings eating dinner with them keeping the bond between family nice and strong. Jade Royal is the author of the series Limits of Love. The series focuses on love, romance, and the eroticism of the two combined. The first book was released in December of 2016. As an author, Jade hopes to pull in her readers to experience a community of stories that they can relate to on various levels. The emotional roller coaster that is bestowed will hopefully make her readers stalk her words and provide literate entertainment. For more information on Jade Royal, follow her on her website and social media avenues.

Y. D. La Mar
Y. D. La Mar
Author · 35 books

I'm a reader, first and foremost. Just like everyone else. I love books that are just out there. From fluffy to pitch-black darkness. Monsters and aliens to the men who haunt your dreams painting the walls in red. My love for reading and writing reviews has led me down the road of becoming a writer myself, thanks to the encouragement of others! I'm not sure where this journey will lead me, but I hope I can breathe life into words the way so many others have done for me when I needed an escape. Stalk me! https://ydlamar.carrd.co www.ydlamar.com

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