Random House Worlds

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Set in the aftermath of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story , this action-packed prequel to the hotly anticipated videogame Battlefront II introduces the Empire’s elite force: Inferno Squad. After the humiliating theft of the Death Star plans and the destruction of the battle station, the Empire is on the defensive. But not for long. In retaliation, the elite Imperial soldiers of Inferno Squad have been called in for the crucial mission of infiltrating and eliminating the Partisans—the rebel faction once led by notorious Republic freedom fighter Saw Gerrera. Following the death of their leader, the Partisans have carried on his extremist legacy, determined to thwart the Empire—no matter the cost. Now Inferno Squad must prove its status as the best of the best and take down the Partisans from within. But the growing threat of being discovered in their enemy’s midst turns an already dangerous operation into a do-or-die acid test they dare not fail. To protect and preserve the Empire, to what lengths will Inferno Squad go . . . and how far beyond them? The Rebellion may have heroes like Jyn Erso and Luke Skywalker. But the Empire has Inferno Squad. Praise for Battlefront II: Inferno Squad “Wow . . . This book is a must-read. Christie Golden just knocked it out of the park!” —The Geek’s Attic “[A] great space thriller . . . full of action, drama and character.” — Rebels Report

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NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY BUZZFEED • A companion novel inspired by Star Wars: Battlefront, this action-packed adventure follows a squad of soldiers caught in the trenches of the ultimate galactic war between good and evil. The bravest soldiers. The toughest warriors. The ultimate survivors. Among the stars and across the vast expanses of space, the Galactic Civil War rages. On the battlefields of multiple worlds in the Mid Rim, legions of ruthless stormtroopers—bent on crushing resistance to the Empire wherever it arises—are waging close and brutal combat against an armada of freedom fighters. In the streets and alleys of ravaged cities, the front-line forces of the Rebel Alliance are taking the fight to the enemy, pushing deeper into Imperial territory and grappling with the savage flesh-and-blood realities of war on the ground. Leading the charge are the soldiers—men and women, human and nonhuman—of the Sixty-First Mobile Infantry, better known as Twilight Company. Hard-bitten, war-weary, and ferociously loyal to one another, the members of this renegade outfit doggedly survive where others perish, and defiance is their most powerful weapon against the deadliest odds. When orders come down for the rebels to fall back in the face of superior opposition numbers and firepower, Twilight reluctantly complies. Then an unlikely ally radically changes the strategic equation—and gives the Alliance’s hardest-fighting warriors a crucial chance to turn retreat into resurgence. Orders or not, alone and outgunned but unbowed, Twilight Company locks, loads, and prepares to make its boldest maneuver—trading down-and-dirty battle in the trenches for a game-changing strike at the ultimate target: the very heart of the Empire’s military machine. Praise for Battlefront: Twilight Company “A novel that ties in to a video game based on a sprawling sci-fi franchise shouldn’t be this good. . . . Battlefront: Twilight Company effortlessly thrusts readers onto the frontlines of the Galactic Civil War in a gripping tale.” —New York Daily News “Compelling . . . an entertaining journey through a galaxy in turmoil . . . Battlefront: Twilight Company explores what happens to the cannon fodder fighting and dying in the background of space opera’s cinematic action sequences. Focusing on the life of a few low-ranking Rebel grunts caught up in a vast interstellar conflict, the novel is an enjoyable tale of interstellar adventure and drama.” — IGN “Satisfyingly complex, immersive and moving . . . a war story unlike any Star Wars book that’s come before it.” —Roqoo Depot “A military thriller [with] some pretty impressive actions scenes [and] the lived-in, gritty feel of the original trilogy . . . [Alexander] Freed shows us the military side of the Star Wars universe in a way that we haven’t seen much before, while also giving readers new perspectives on classic characters and moments.” — Tech Times “ Twilight Company is one of the greatest Star Wars stories ever about someone doggedly, cynically coming to understand why acting according to the light side is important.” — Den of Geek “The strongest canon piece of Star Wars literature thus far . . . sure to be a fan-pleasing favorite . . . Explosive action scenes and dark humor only punctuate this character-driven tale [with] heavy world-building and cameos from other characters throughout the Star Wars pantheon.” — Alternative Nation

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As seen in Star Wars: The Last Jedi , welcome to the casino city of Canto Bight. A place where exotic aliens, captivating creatures, and other would-be high rollers are willing to risk everything to make their fortunes. Set across one fateful evening, these four interconnected stories explore the deception and danger of the lavish casino city . • An honest salesman meets a career criminal as a dream vacation turns into the worst nightmare imaginable, in a story by Saladin Ahmed. • Dreams and schemes collide when a deal over a priceless bottle of wine becomes a struggle for survival, as told by Mira Grant. • Old habits die hard when a servant is forced into a mad struggle for power among Canto Bight’s elite, in a tale by Rae Carson • A deadbeat gambler has one last chance to turn his luck around; all he has to do is survive one wild night, as told by John Jackson Miller. In Canto Bight, one is free to revel in excess, untouched from the problems of a galaxy once again descending into chaos and war. Dreams can become reality, but the stakes have never been higher—for there is a darkness obscured by all the glamour and luxury.

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Drizzt draws his sword once more for the sake of his friends in this third installment of the Neverwinter Saga. Drizzt and Dahlia Sin’felle have defeated the sorceress Sylora Salm, but Dahlia’s thirst for revenge is far from slaked. Now, she speaks of nothing but the moment she will face the evil Netherese lord Herzgo Alegni—a moment she has been waiting for since she was just a child. Though Drizzt and Dahlia’s bond is no longer just one of friendship, there is much he does not know about his new lover. What is the driving force behind the darkness he’s seen within her? Can he justify another battle to settle a grudge he does not understand? But Dahlia isn’t the only one seeking vengeance against Alegni. Artemis Entreri, Drizzt’s former enemy, offers to aid Dahlia in her mission, hoping it will win him his freedom. But partnering with Entreri poses new challenges: Charon’s Claw, Algeni’s sentient sword, dominates Entreri’s movements—if not his mind. And then there’s the way Entreri looks at Dahlia, causing Drizzt to wonder if the cunning assassin is still more foe than friend. Charon's Claw is the third book in the Neverwinter Saga and the twenty-fifth book in the Legend of Drizzt series.

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They’re taking their relationship to the next level—and things are heating up fast. The fifth volume of the fan-favorite BL manhwa turned K-drama, now in print for the first time. Now that they’ve received Ms. Ha’s blessing, Haebom and Taesung feel more secure than ever in their relationship, giving them the confidence to take their romance to a new physical level. With their love life, school life, and social life all going strong, things finally seem to be looking up for the young men. Eager to make Haebom happy in any and every way possible, Taesung lands a part-time job at a bakery cafe so he can learn how to make Haebom’s favorite desserts. Haebom is thrilled—until someone from Taesung’s past shows up at the cafe and threatens to bring everything crashing back down. Volume 5 includes episodes 66–87 of the webcomic Cherry Blossoms After Winter.

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Return to Wildemount with this first-of-its-kind official sequel to the hit Mighty Nein campaign from Critical Role, exploring the fates of “Empire Kids” Caleb Widogast and Beauregard Lionett. The adventures of the Mighty Nein have ended. With the Cloven Crystals hidden and Uk’otoa once again imprisoned, all that’s left for the Mighty Nein is to settle back into their well-earned retirements. For some, this means peace and solitude; for others, a recommitment to unmitigated chaos. And for Caleb Widogast and Beauregard Lionett, it marks a return to the empire they once called home. But ancient, arcane threats still fester in Wildemount: the Cerberus Assembly and its only living founder, the calculating and secretive Ludinus Da’leth. When an old friend offers Caleb a chance to investigate Ludinus, he can’t help but take it, even if it means betraying those he once held dear. And as Beau struggles to settle into domesticity, a good infiltration is the perfect distraction. The Cerberus Assembly is unlike any foe the Empire Kids have faced before, rooted into the history of their homeland. It’s not an evil that can be pummeled into submission—but that doesn’t mean they can’t try. Written by Hugo, Nebula, and Ignyte Award-nominated author Nibedita Sen, Children of Empire ties together the stories of Campaigns Two and Three of hit series Critical Role, complete with intrigue, machinations, and the occasional fist fight.

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• AAndrea Scalmazzi
• ASimone Ragazzoni

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THE FINAL CHAPTER IN THE OFFICIAL DUNE PREQUEL SERIES House Corrino was once the most powerful house in the universe, playing a crucial role in events that will change the shape of the balance of power in the Dune universe forever. Each faction is making their move. House Harkonnen launches an assault on the Fremen villages to cover their own tracks. House Atreides continues with their gamble to reestablish House Vernius on Ix, unknowing of the Amal plot unfolding. Meanwhile, Jessica prepares to give birth to Duke Leto’s son under the watchful eyes of the Bene Gesserit and the Emperor’s men… And Emperor Shaddam himself looks to escalate a Spice War that will leave him the only victor! Legendary authors Brian Herbert & Kevin J. Anderson adapt the final prequel chapter of their bestselling novels with artists Simone Ragazzoni ( Robotech: Rick Hunter ) and Andrea Scalmazzi to bring the exciting story to a close in this prelude to one of the most celebrated science fiction novels of all time! Collects Dune: House Corrino #4-6.

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• ARoal

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The final battle is here, and Juvelian will pay any price to save her loved ones . . . even if it costs her own life. The thrilling conclusion of this beloved manhwa based on Hong Heesu's webnovel, now available in English print for the first time. As Legis and Max prepare to take down the emperor, and Riche slowly earns the trust of the dragon Fafnil, the stage is set for their plan to finally abolish the evil forces plaguing the empire once and for all. But when things go awry and Legis resolves to sacrifice himself instead, Juvelian refuses to simply stand by. Armed with her newfound magical powers, Juvelian prepares to join the battle against Fafnil and fight for all that she holds dear. Everything is at stake: One wrong move could mean a horrific death for Juvelian and the others—not to mention the total destruction of the empire. Will Juvelian finally obtain the happiness she's dreamed of, or is her life destined to end in tragedy once again? Volume 8 collects episodes 113–131 of the webcomic Father, I Don’t Want This Marriage .

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Walk the ancient streets, meet the colorful characters, and uncover the secret history of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge , the new expansion to the Disney Parks experience! After devastating losses at the hands of the First Order, General Leia Organa has dispatched her agents across the galaxy in search of allies, sanctuary, and firepower—and her top spy, Vi Moradi, may have just found all three, on a secluded world at the galaxy’s edge. A planet of lush forests, precarious mountains, and towering, petrified trees, Batuu is on the furthest possible frontier of the galactic map, the last settled world before the mysterious expanse of Wild Space. The rogues, smugglers, and adventurers who eke out a living on the largest settlement on the planet, Black Spire Outpost, are here to avoid prying eyes and unnecessary complications. Vi, a Resistance spy on the run from the First Order, is hardly a welcome guest. And when a shuttle full of stormtroopers lands in her wake, determined to root her out, she has no idea where to find help. To survive, Vi will have to seek out the good-hearted heroes hiding in a world that redefines scum and villainy. With the help of a traitorous trooper and her acerbic droid, she begins to gather a colorful band of outcasts and misfits, and embarks on a mission to spark the fire of resistance on Batuu—before the First Order snuffs it out entirely.

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With nothing left to lose, Drizzt and Bruenor begin an arduous search for the lost dwarven kingdom of Gauntlgrym in the first book of the Neverwinter Saga. The peace between the dwarves of Mithral Hall and the orcish Kingdom of Many-Arrows has not come without its costs. But even grief and old age cannot dissuade Bruenor Battlehammer from pursuing his dream of finding the fabled kingdom of Gauntlgrym—ruins said to be rich with ancient treasure and arcane lore. As always, Drizzt Do’Urden is at his side, ready to make the most of his friend’s final years. But Jarlaxle and Athrogate are two steps ahead. In their own search for treasure and magic, Jarlaxle and Athrogate inadvertently set into motion a catastrophe that could spell disaster for the unsuspecting people of the city of Neverwinter—a catastrophe big enough to lure even the mercenary Jarlaxle into risking his own coin and skin to stop it. Unfortunately, the more they uncover about the secret of Gauntlgrym, the more it looks like they can’t stop it on their own. They’ll need help from the last people they ever thought to fight alongside again: Drizzt and Bruenor. Gauntlgrym is the first book in the Neverwinter Saga and the twenty-third book in the Legend of Drizzt series.

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• ASTARember

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Four’s a crowd. The official manhua (webcomic) adaptation of the New York Times bestselling danmei novel by Mo Xiang Tong Xiu. Featuring stunning art by STARember, the webcomic produced by BILIBILI COMICS is now available in English print for the first time. The first edition hardcover of Heaven Official’s Blessing (The Comic), Volume 3 will feature designed sprayed edges, custom endpapers, deluxe jacket, and a custom case stamp with gold foil. With the help of San Lang, the mysterious red-clad youth, Xie Lian has finally established a shrine dedicated to the Crown Prince Who Pleased the Gods. But before the paint has dried on the divine portrait, news arrives of deaths and disappearances on the road through the long-fallen Kingdom of Banyue, and Ling Wen advises Xie Lian not to investigate—or at least to do so discreetly. To uncover the culprit, Xie Lian must travel to a land haunted by old resentment and dangerous magic, and he’ll once again need to rely on junior heavenly officials Fu Yao and Nan Feng. But the two junior officials are suspicious of Xie Lian’s new companion and are determined to prove that San Lang is not who—or what—he seems to be. Volume 3 includes episodes 28-38 of the original webcomic based on the webnovel Tian Guan Ci Fu published on JJWXC.

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. . . . A thrilling new adventure set between A New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back, and—for the first time ever—written entirely from Luke Skywalker’s first-person point of view. Luke Skywalker’s game-changing destruction of the Death Star has made him not only a hero of the Rebel Alliance but a valuable asset in the ongoing battle against the Empire. Though he’s a long way from mastering the power of the Force, there’s no denying his phenomenal skills as a pilot—and in the eyes of Rebel leaders Princess Leia Organa and Admiral Ackbar, there’s no one better qualified to carry out a daring rescue mission crucial to the Alliance cause. A brilliant alien cryptographer renowned for her ability to breach even the most advanced communications systems is being detained by Imperial agents determined to exploit her exceptional talents for the Empire’s purposes. But the prospective spy’s sympathies lie with the Rebels, and she’s willing to join their effort in exchange for being reunited with her family. It’s an opportunity to gain a critical edge against the Empire that’s too precious to pass up. It’s also a job that demands the element of surprise. So Luke and the ever-resourceful droid R2-D2 swap their trusty X-wing fighter for a sleek space yacht piloted by brash recruit Nakari Kelen, daughter of a biotech mogul, who’s got a score of her own to settle with the Empire. Challenged by ruthless Imperial bodyguards, death-dealing enemy battleships, merciless bounty hunters, and monstrous brain-eating parasites, Luke plunges head-on into a high-stakes espionage operation that will push his abilities as a Rebel fighter and would-be Jedi to the limit. If ever he needed the wisdom of Obi-Wan Kenobi to shepherd him through danger, it’s now. But Luke will have to rely on himself, his friends, and his own burgeoning relationship with the Force to survive. Praise for Heir to the Jedi “Utterly compelling . . . [The novel] plants readers in Luke Skywalker’s boots in the early days of his heroism, during the weeks after he blew up the Death Star.” —New York Daily News “An excellent book with rich characters, bubbling humor and poignant emotion.” —Roqoo Depot “Entertaining . . . action-packed . . . suspenseful.” —New York Journal of Books “Great . . . [an] entertaining introduction into understanding Luke’s character . . . There are moments in The Empire Strikes Back that I now point to and say, ‘I understand how he got there,’ and it’s because of this novel.” —The Wookiee Gunner “Pure Star Wars . . . From shoot-outs to narrow escapes, I could practically hear John Williams’s score playing in my head—a credit to Kevin Hearne, to be sure.” —Coffee with Kenobi “A must-read for fans . . . I left with a much closer understanding of who Luke Skywalker is, and an even deeper admiration for the character. All things are connected in the Force, and I feel more connected to Luke after reading Heir to the Jedi .” — Comicbook

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• ARobert Hack
• AEleonora Carlini
• AVarious

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New stories means new scares in this hauntingly good collection! Step back into the shadows as the newest installment of the acclaimed horror anthology series delivers a brand-new round of chilling tales from some of comics’ most exciting voices, each offering their own twist on horror, suspense, and the uncanny! From creeping supernatural dread to the horrors that lurk inside the human psyche, these tales span the full spectrum of terror sure to delight even the darkest of hearts! Collects Hello Darkness #21-24.

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• ADario Carrasco
• AVarious

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From the twisted mind of New York Times– bestselling writer Clive Barker comes the comics series featuring his most well-known character, Pinhead. No Hellraiser fan’s collection is complete without this first solo series starring the Hell Priest, collected for the first time since its debut in 1993. Hell is under attack from the ancient enemy called the Aggregate and Pinhead is the only one who can restore order to the dark domain. Hell’s oldest enemy, Aggregate, has returned, bringing chaos to the order of Hell. Enforcing and keeping Hell’s order are the Cenobites, the ancient demons who enforce the rules, rules that Heaven, Earth, and Hell all rely on. Without them, the whole system collapses. After an ambush, there is only one Cenobite left with the power and cunning to stop the Aggregate: Pinhead. Clive Barker’s most famous creation and most visually iconic character, Pinhead, is cast in the unlikely role of hero in this vibrant comic series, collected for the first time ever. Collects Pinhead #1-6.

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The ultimate collector’s item for superfans of KPop Demon Hunters , this deluxe screen comic transforms the Academy Award-winning Netflix film into a two-volume graphic novel adaptation featuring: • The complete film in over 700 pages of full-color comics • Song lyrics from the full soundtrack, including the Hunter’s Mantra and Jinu’s Lament • Holographic foil slipcase • Two paperback volumes with French flaps • Two unique foil-stamped book covers • Unified spine design showing Rumi’s two sides • Two foldout posters of HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys HUNTR/X is here to seal the Honmoon and show you how it’s done—this time from your bookshelf! This official boxed set brings the award-winning Netflix film to life as a gorgeous complete screen comic, including song lyrics! Love the movie but want to look even closer? Now you can savor each frame, marvel at the artwork, and relive all your favorite lines from the script and songs. Experience the story in a brand-new way as it pops off the page with imaginatively designed speech bubbles, sound effects, and comic panels. A work of art that will shine on any shelf, this beautiful deluxe set captures every golden moment for you to read on repeat. Based on the screenplay by Danya Jimenez & Hannah McMechan and Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans. Based on KPop Demon Hunters, the film Directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans.

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• AHendry Prasetya
• AJonas Scharf

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The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers—Jason, Kimberly, Trini, Zack, Billy, and Tommy—fight against evil in this groundbreaking comic book series, now published in Compact Comics editions. The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers must make their final stand against Lord Drakkon! With Tommy and Billy trapped in a dystopian future, they'll have to join the resistance to fight against evil Lord Drakkon if they want to make it home. But as Jason, Kimberly, Trini, and Zack battle with Rita Repulsa for control of the Command Center, will there even be a home to return to? The smash-hit series by writer Kyle Higgins ( Radiant Black ) and illustrators Hendry Prasetya ( Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Naruto ) and Jonas Scharf ( Dark X-Men) continues in its most accessible format yet, with all the drama, action, and heart at the core of Power Rangers. Read with Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Compact Comics Vol. 1 for the complete Rise of Drakkon saga! Collects Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #13-24.

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• AAndy Price

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Discover the magic, the lore, and the overwhelming cuteness of My Little Pony in the first of six must-have graphic novels for longtime fans and young readers alike looking to celebrate pop culture’s most beloved ponies! Welcome to Ponyville, home of Twilight Sparkle, Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, Applejack, and all your other favorite ponies! Everyone’s ready for long days of fun and play—but there are always sinister tricks afoot! It’s up to the Mane 6 to use their special talents—and the power of their friendship—to keep their home as beautiful and welcoming as ever! Prance back to Ponyville, for unforgettable stories filled with friendship, adventure, and, of course, magic, in this brand-new middle grade graphic novel edition of the beloved long-running comics series by fan-favorite creators Katie Cook , Andy Price , and many more! Collects My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic #1-16.

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Against all odds, Drizzt and Dahlia join forces, united in their desire for vengeance in the second installment of the Neverwinter Saga. The last of the Companions has fallen. Now Drizzt Do’Urden is alone—and free—for the first time in almost one hundred years. Guilt mingles with relief, leaving Drizzt uniquely vulnerable to the persuasions of Dahlia, a darkly alluring elf and the only other member of their Gauntlgrym search party to survive the cataclysm at Mount Hotenow. But traveling with Dahlia is challenging in more ways than one. As the pair seeks revenge on the sorceress responsible for leveling Neverwinter—and nearly Luskan as well—Drizzt finds his usual moral certainty swept away by her unconventional views. Forced to see the dark deeds to which circumstance may drive a common man, Drizzt begins to find himself on the wrong side of the law in an effort to protect those the law has failed. As old enemies acquire deadly allies, Drizzt and Dahlia quickly find themselves embroiled in battle—a state he's coming to enjoy a little too much. Neverwinter is the second book in the Neverwinter Saga and the twenty-fourth book in the Legend of Drizzt series.

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Drizzt navigates a winding path littered with secrets and lies in this suspenseful conclusion to the Neverwinter Saga. Drizzt is tangled up in Dahlia’s dark secrets more than ever. The ties that once held them close now threaten to rip apart as Dahlia’s bonds to Drizzt’s former foe, Artemis Entreri, continue to grow. Determined to stand for what’s right in the Realms once again, Drizzt forges a new road north toward Icewind Dale. Will Dahlia, Entreri, and the rest of his new companions follow? Will he be forced to fight the darkness alone? Either way, he knows now where he’s headed—back to the only place that’s ever felt like home. Meanwhile, in the caverns of Gauntlgrym, the drow Tiago Baenre enlists the help of the Bregan D’aerthe in his quest to destroy his grandfather’s killer: Drizzt Do’Urden. While making promises they may not keep, the agents of the elite drow mercenary group hide plans of their own . . . The Last Threshold is the fourth book in the Neverwinter Saga and the twenty-sixth book in the Legend of Drizzt series.

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• ASumire Kowono

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A box set collecting the thrilling, high-stakes manga based on Disney’s hit Twisted Wonderland franchise. This set includes Volumes 1–4, the complete Book of Heartslabyul arc. Inspired by Disney villains and set within the gothic halls of Night Raven College, Twisted Wonderland follows Yu, an ordinary student swept into a magical academy divided into rival dorms. Within the rule-bound world of Heartslabyul, Yu and a group of first-years become caught in a perfection-driven system where even the smallest misstep carries serious consequences—until rising pressure pushes the dorm toward a dangerous breaking point.

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Before he became the continent’s mightiest hero, he was a lowborn peasant just struggling to survive. The updated and official translation of Under the Oak Tree , the #1 webnovel on MANTA, continues in this fourth volume. The gorgeous first edition hardcover of Under the Oak Tree: Volume 4 (The Novel) will feature designed sprayed page edges, full-color patterned endpapers, foil stamping on the cover, and a ribbon bookmark! A grub should keep to the ground. This is the mantra by which Riftan Calypse lives his miserable life at the very bottom of society in the Duchy of Croyso. He toils at the smithy all day, only to return to a drunk stepfather and an indifferent mother at night. Riftan’s only solace is the duke’s red-haired daughter, whom he occasionally glimpses around the castle grounds. But a mixed-blood peasant like him could never dare to approach a girl of noble descent, so he simply admires her from afar. When tragedy strikes, Riftan makes a bold decision: He sneaks onto a mercenary wagon and leaves behind everything he’s ever known. With exceptional strength and nothing to lose, Riftan gradually climbs from lowly mercenary to recruit of the unorthodox new order known as the Remdragon Knights. But through countless battles of ever-increasing peril, the red-haired daughter of Croyso never leaves his mind, or his heart . . . The updated and official translation of Under the Oak Tree, the #1 webnovel on MANTA. This volume collects side-story chapters 1-44 and three bonus chapters of the original webnovel by Suji Kim.