About this Event
ABOUT THE BOOKS
CALL OF THE SEA BY EMILY B. ROSE
Kenna has never wanted the life ahead of her; trapped in her castle and married to someone she does not love. She dreams of a life of adventure, exploring the ocean, searching for mermaids. Except mermaids don't exist. At least, that's what she has always been told.
Unfortunately, her plans for exploration are thwarted. Every heir must wed, and with war on the horizon, her time is up. Five suitors are vying for her hand, but Kenna vowed never to marry someone only after her crown. Only, one of them doesn't seem to care about her title, refusing to even use it. Just as she begins to consider opening up to him, he disappears.
Kenna chases after him and learns his secret, before a storm wrecks her boat. Finding herself stranded on an island with him, Kenna has no choice but to trust him to nurse her back to health. With the tension growing, and sparks she doesn't trust flying between them, Kenna has to decide how to balance the desires of her heart and her duty to her people. And how far she's willing to go to learn the whole truth.
A SPELL OF HEART AND HAVOC BY KRISTEN VALE
The thief, the noblewoman, and the secrets they hide.
Maerryl Kirim, a surly half-dwarf with the world on her shoulders, will do anything to save her deathly ill brother. Joining a guild of thieves to gather enough coin for his cure, she agrees to infiltrate a noble family. But acting as bodyguard for their haughty, spoiled daughter is no walk in the enchanted forest.
Dove Wistrallo yearns for independence, not a babysitter. As the uncouth Maerryl loves to remind her, she lives a charmed life… though few know of the risky magical ability that Dove hides. Spending every moment together is infuriating―at first. But before long, the friction between the rogue and the lady becomes a spark they can’t ignore. Yet the clock is ticking for Maerryl to secure the family’s riches. Does their growing love stand a chance against Maerryl’s ruse, Dove’s secrets, and a den of thieves?
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Kristen Vale writes queer cozy fantasy romcoms filled with sweetness & spice. When not reading or writing, she can usually be found thrifting, playing D&D, or staring lovingly at trees. She lives in Chicago with her partner and their cats, Opal and Wisp.
Emily B Rose grew up addicted to storytelling in all its forms, and always knew she would have a career in something creative. California born and raised, she can be found wherever the closest beach or bookstore is, or curled up at home trying to convince her cats to cuddle with her 24/7. Emily is a proudly fat, demibisexual, neurodiverse/disabled woman who wants her stories to reflect people often ignored, especially in love stories. She hopes her books will make people feel less alone, and affirm that everyone deserves the love story of their choosing.
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Partners in Crime Bookshop, 4105 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, United States
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