Con & Conjure

$7.99 US
Berkley / NAL | Ace
48 per carton
On sale Mar 29, 2011 | 9780441020188
Sales rights: US, Canada, Open Mkt
The fifth Raine Benares novel from the New York Times bestselling author of the SPI Files series.

Raine Benares is a seeker who finds lost things and people. Ever since the Saghred, a soul-stealing stone that's given her unlimited power, has bonded to her, the goblin king and the elves have wanted to possess its magic themselves. Which means a goblin thief and her ex-fiancé—an elven assassin—are after her. To survive, she'll need the help of her notorious criminal family. They've run elaborate scams before, but none involving this much money, government officials this highly ranked, or a war this close to starting...
Praise for the Raine Benares series
 
“It’s gritty, funny, and sexy—a wonderful addition to the urban fantasy genre. I absolutely loved it.”—Ilona Andrews, New York Times bestselling author
 
“A rollercoaster ride through demons, goblins, elves, and mages...Will leave readers chomping at the bit for more.”—Monsters and Critics

“The book reads more like an urban fantasy with pirates and sharp wit and humor. I found the mix quite refreshing. Lisa Shearin’s fun, action-packed writing style gives this world life and vibrancy.”—Fresh Fiction
 
“Fans can rejoice as uber-talented Shearin dishes up more hilarious mayhem. Snappy dialogue, great pacing, and two seriously sexy heroes ensure hours of nonstop pleasure. Raine is sassy and irreverent, and this book is an auto-buy!”—RT Book Reviews (Top Pick)

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The fifth Raine Benares novel from the New York Times bestselling author of the SPI Files series.

Raine Benares is a seeker who finds lost things and people. Ever since the Saghred, a soul-stealing stone that's given her unlimited power, has bonded to her, the goblin king and the elves have wanted to possess its magic themselves. Which means a goblin thief and her ex-fiancé—an elven assassin—are after her. To survive, she'll need the help of her notorious criminal family. They've run elaborate scams before, but none involving this much money, government officials this highly ranked, or a war this close to starting...

Praise

Praise for the Raine Benares series
 
“It’s gritty, funny, and sexy—a wonderful addition to the urban fantasy genre. I absolutely loved it.”—Ilona Andrews, New York Times bestselling author
 
“A rollercoaster ride through demons, goblins, elves, and mages...Will leave readers chomping at the bit for more.”—Monsters and Critics

“The book reads more like an urban fantasy with pirates and sharp wit and humor. I found the mix quite refreshing. Lisa Shearin’s fun, action-packed writing style gives this world life and vibrancy.”—Fresh Fiction
 
“Fans can rejoice as uber-talented Shearin dishes up more hilarious mayhem. Snappy dialogue, great pacing, and two seriously sexy heroes ensure hours of nonstop pleasure. Raine is sassy and irreverent, and this book is an auto-buy!”—RT Book Reviews (Top Pick)