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The Midnight Queen (Noctis Magicae #1) Sylvia Izzo Hunter Published: Sept. 2, 2014 (Ace) Purchase: Book Depository or Amazon Review source: library Reviewed by: Amy Rating (out of 5): 4 stars Attending Oxford’s Merlin College was all that Graham “Gray” Marshall wanted out of life. He got it, at the expense of his family, and he’s not one to squander his good luck. Unfortunately, good luck doesn’t always... 
Arcanum Simon Morden Published: Jan. 28, 2014 (Orbit) Purchase at: Book Depository or Amazon Review source: copy provided by publisher in exchange for an honest review Reviewed by: Krista Rating (out of 5): 3 stars Arcanum is not the typical VBC read. This is not the latest paranormal romance, urban fantasy or young adult. There isn’t any kick-ass heroine sweeping in to save the day. There are no heroes...
