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Alice Worth Box Set
From highly acclaimed urban fantasy author, Lisa Edmonds, comes the Alice Worth Box Set. The collection contains books 1 – 3 and a bonus novella including Heart of Malice, Heart of Fire, Heart of Ice, and Blood Money. Join Alice and help solve the paranormal mystery today!
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HEART OF MALICE (Book 1)
The first time Moses Murphy’s granddaughter killed on his orders, she was six years old.
For twenty years, she was a prisoner of an organized crime syndicate, forced to use her magic to make Moses the most powerful and feared man on the East Coast. To escape his cruelty, she faked her own death and started a new life as Alice Worth. As a private investigator specializing in cases involving the supernatural, Alice walks a precarious line between atoning for the sins of her grandfather’s cabal and keeping her true identity hidden.
Hired to investigate the disappearance of a mysterious object of power, Alice enlists the help of Malcolm, a ghost running from a past as nightmarish as her own. It soon becomes clear the missing object was taken by someone with a dangerous secret and an unknown agenda. When her client is kidnapped, Alice must find her and the object of power before a vengeful killer destroys the city and slaughters thousands—starting with Alice.
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HEART OF FIRE (Book 2)
It has been a rough month for mage private investigator Alice Worth.
Alice hasn’t had a decent night’s sleep in weeks, her relationship with werewolf Sean Maclin is on the rocks, a federal agent hounds her every step, and a powerful vampire whose ulterior motives have ulterior motives watches her every move. It’s enough to drive any woman to drink.
Just when Alice's ghost sidekick Malcolm is about to stage an intervention, her former employer, Mark Dunlap, enlists her help to find out who’s been kidnapping women off the streets. As the list of the missing grows, the city’s anger turns against the vampires, and the Vampire Court hires Mark and Alice to find those responsible. After the case reunites her with Sean, Alice is forced to confront painful demons from her past, as well as the very real demon who wants her dead and the vampire determined to control her power.
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HEART OF ICE (Book 3)
Even the coldest hearts can burn...
After closing a big case for the Vampire Court, mage private investigator Alice Worth is relieved to be back solving magical mysteries with her ghost sidekick Malcolm and spending quality time with sexy alpha werewolf Sean. Her latest case puts her on the trail of a burglary ring targeting wealthy collectors of magical objects. Meanwhile, Alice’s grandfather, crime lord Moses Murphy, fights a local boss for control of the city. Soon a new danger Moses’s new lieutenant is someone Alice knows and this is one family reunion she wants to avoid at all costs.
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BLOOD MONEY (Novella)
Charles Vaughan has always had great taste in women, and the Vampire Court's newest investigator, Alice Worth, looks very tasty indeed.
In two hundred years, Charles has never met anyone quite like Alice. Minutes after meeting him for the first time, she threatens to burn down Vampire Court headquarters. By the end of the night, Charles is sure of two Alice is not who or what she seems, and someday she will be his...if she doesn't get herself killed first.
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HEART OF MALICE (Book 1)
The first time Moses Murphy’s granddaughter killed on his orders, she was six years old.
For twenty years, she was a prisoner of an organized crime syndicate, forced to use her magic to make Moses the most powerful and feared man on the East Coast. To escape his cruelty, she faked her own death and started a new life as Alice Worth. As a private investigator specializing in cases involving the supernatural, Alice walks a precarious line between atoning for the sins of her grandfather’s cabal and keeping her true identity hidden.
Hired to investigate the disappearance of a mysterious object of power, Alice enlists the help of Malcolm, a ghost running from a past as nightmarish as her own. It soon becomes clear the missing object was taken by someone with a dangerous secret and an unknown agenda. When her client is kidnapped, Alice must find her and the object of power before a vengeful killer destroys the city and slaughters thousands—starting with Alice.
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HEART OF FIRE (Book 2)
It has been a rough month for mage private investigator Alice Worth.
Alice hasn’t had a decent night’s sleep in weeks, her relationship with werewolf Sean Maclin is on the rocks, a federal agent hounds her every step, and a powerful vampire whose ulterior motives have ulterior motives watches her every move. It’s enough to drive any woman to drink.
Just when Alice's ghost sidekick Malcolm is about to stage an intervention, her former employer, Mark Dunlap, enlists her help to find out who’s been kidnapping women off the streets. As the list of the missing grows, the city’s anger turns against the vampires, and the Vampire Court hires Mark and Alice to find those responsible. After the case reunites her with Sean, Alice is forced to confront painful demons from her past, as well as the very real demon who wants her dead and the vampire determined to control her power.
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HEART OF ICE (Book 3)
Even the coldest hearts can burn...
After closing a big case for the Vampire Court, mage private investigator Alice Worth is relieved to be back solving magical mysteries with her ghost sidekick Malcolm and spending quality time with sexy alpha werewolf Sean. Her latest case puts her on the trail of a burglary ring targeting wealthy collectors of magical objects. Meanwhile, Alice’s grandfather, crime lord Moses Murphy, fights a local boss for control of the city. Soon a new danger Moses’s new lieutenant is someone Alice knows and this is one family reunion she wants to avoid at all costs.
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BLOOD MONEY (Novella)
Charles Vaughan has always had great taste in women, and the Vampire Court's newest investigator, Alice Worth, looks very tasty indeed.
In two hundred years, Charles has never met anyone quite like Alice. Minutes after meeting him for the first time, she threatens to burn down Vampire Court headquarters. By the end of the night, Charles is sure of two Alice is not who or what she seems, and someday she will be his...if she doesn't get herself killed first.
- GenresUrban FantasyParanormal
1434 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 4, 2018
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About the author
Lisa Edmonds
26 books827 followersLisa Edmonds was born and raised in Kansas. She studied English and forensic criminology at Wichita State University. After acquiring her Bachelor’s degree, she considered a career in law enforcement as a behavioral analyst before earning a Master's from Wichita State and then a Ph.D. in English from Texas A&M University.
For ten years, she was an associate professor of English at a college in Texas, where she taught a variety of writing and literature courses.
Now a full-time author, she shares a cute little Victorian-style home called the Storybook House with her husband and their cats. She enjoys writing, reading, traveling, spoiling her niece and nephew, and singing karaoke.
For ten years, she was an associate professor of English at a college in Texas, where she taught a variety of writing and literature courses.
Now a full-time author, she shares a cute little Victorian-style home called the Storybook House with her husband and their cats. She enjoys writing, reading, traveling, spoiling her niece and nephew, and singing karaoke.
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March 22, 2019
I really enjoyed the stories. Having the novella in there actually confused me for a little bit, but that is more on me I think. I like Alice. I like her and Sean together. I do think she gets the crap beat out of herself a little too much, but I suppose it would change the story too much if she was not always throwing herself on landminds as they say in the book. If you like magic, shifters and vamps, you will like this. There is romance, but it is not smut.
February 13, 2020
“I never turn my back, Mr. Noble. If I can’t face it, I have no business participating in it.”So far, I've finished the novella, Blood Money , which GR lists as the prequel and I really liked it. (✮✮✮✮☆)
“Well,” I said with a sigh, “welcome to Looking Glass Investigations. You’re the newest member of the team.”In Heart of Malice (Book 1) we learn a lot about Alice's past and why she's keeping her powerful magic hidden. She's taken on a partner in her private investigation business, Malcolm - a ghost who's also in need of hiding. It's been five years since the events in the prequel and her current case, one which appeared to be intriguing, turns deadly. (✮✮✮✮½)
GHOSTING 101 [Note: This story takes place between Heart of Malice and Heart of Fire] is a fun short story about Malcolm helping Abe, new to ghost hood, determine how he died and explain a bit about his life as a ghost. (✮✮✮☆☆)
“I like the shadows. It's where I feel most at home.”In Heart of Fire (Book 2), Alice is finding it a bit easier to accept help from those around her. It's still hard, especially with all she's trying to keep hidden, but she's almost died two times over while trying to solve her current case. She's learning there's nothing wrong with not only needing help, but also asking for it. (✮✮✮✮½)
“I never go back [...] The only way is forward.”Heart of Ice (Book 3) picks up where Heart of Fire left off. Alice has taken a case to find stolen magical artifacts. Sounds easy, but it turns out to be anything but. Alice learns (admits) a lot about (to) herself in this installment. Most importantly, she's fully accepting the help of Malcolm, her ghostly sidekick and Sean, her alpha werewolf boyfriend. She's going to need it!
“Remember you are loved and you don’t have to face anything by yourself ever again.”I am SO anxious to jump into Heart of Stone. Sooner, rather than later, Alice will have to repay a formidable foe for their help, her past will come knocking and the pack will have to accept the forward momentum of this power couple. (✮✮✮✮✮)
March 25, 2019
Omg...couldn't put it down!!
October 8, 2021
This was a really great box set! I love getting to know Alice and see how she saves the day! She’s a girl on the run and must keep her identity hidden. But she ends up bound to a ghost and starts finding herself in relationships she never would have had before. There is a lot of action, some romance and lots of excitement! ESP book 3 in the series. I couldn’t put it down while reading that book. This also has a book in Charles perspective which I didn’t think I’d like when I started it but found I enjoyed reading it after all.
November 14, 2019
Love it!
When you’re raised as nothing more than a lethal tool, learning to navigate in the real world is hell. Following Alice as she finds her true worth in the eyes of the people she comes to care for, is amazing!
Well done Lisa Edmonds for creating this imaginative, realistic, delightfully fun and soberingly addictive new world where werewolves, mages and vampires coexist with humans.
Lisa Edmonds, Apex story teller.
When you’re raised as nothing more than a lethal tool, learning to navigate in the real world is hell. Following Alice as she finds her true worth in the eyes of the people she comes to care for, is amazing!
Well done Lisa Edmonds for creating this imaginative, realistic, delightfully fun and soberingly addictive new world where werewolves, mages and vampires coexist with humans.
Lisa Edmonds, Apex story teller.
December 26, 2019
Great series
While there are many urban fantasy tropes in this book, the story and characters are unique enough to keep things hot and intriguing. There's a great romance, lots of big magic, complex plots and relationships, and the threat of Alice's past life meeting her happy present one. Alice takes on danger head on, with logic and lots of big powerful magic. This series is like Patricia Briggs' Mercedes Thompson & Ilona Andrews' Hidden Legacy mixed together.
While there are many urban fantasy tropes in this book, the story and characters are unique enough to keep things hot and intriguing. There's a great romance, lots of big magic, complex plots and relationships, and the threat of Alice's past life meeting her happy present one. Alice takes on danger head on, with logic and lots of big powerful magic. This series is like Patricia Briggs' Mercedes Thompson & Ilona Andrews' Hidden Legacy mixed together.
March 21, 2019
Loved it
What can I say about this series except I absolutely love it. I have become immersed in the world of Alice and don't want to come back to reality! Now I'm off to see if I can buy book 4 yet.....
What can I say about this series except I absolutely love it. I have become immersed in the world of Alice and don't want to come back to reality! Now I'm off to see if I can buy book 4 yet.....
June 6, 2019
Highly recommended
I thoroughly enjoyed this book,and the characters are so believable,the only criticism I have is that Alice is portrayed as a really bad ass mage,and yet every few pages she was severely damaged or dead,but otherwise this book hits all the right notes
I thoroughly enjoyed this book,and the characters are so believable,the only criticism I have is that Alice is portrayed as a really bad ass mage,and yet every few pages she was severely damaged or dead,but otherwise this book hits all the right notes
June 8, 2019
Seriously one of the best series Ive ever read. I haven’t been able to put it down. Great character development. You get emotionally invested. Immaculate writing. I hope she doesn’t plan to end the series any time soon.
December 1, 2022
Fantastic series!
Lisa Reminds does a great job in making Alice a sympathetic yet kick butt character. Despite all that's happened to her, she is compassionate and the action is non stop. Really enjoy these books.
Lisa Reminds does a great job in making Alice a sympathetic yet kick butt character. Despite all that's happened to her, she is compassionate and the action is non stop. Really enjoy these books.
April 27, 2019
Powerfully written
Strong character depictions, and unexpected action throughout the whole series of books. The only thing I would do different is read the novella first.
Strong character depictions, and unexpected action throughout the whole series of books. The only thing I would do different is read the novella first.
May 4, 2019
😻
That was a very big emotional roller coaster. I really hope the next book is out. Will drive me bonkers if it’s not!
That was a very big emotional roller coaster. I really hope the next book is out. Will drive me bonkers if it’s not!
June 30, 2019
Awesome
i Loved this book can't wait to read more. Alice Worth is awesome and I am glad she is loosening up.
i Loved this book can't wait to read more. Alice Worth is awesome and I am glad she is loosening up.
January 6, 2020
I keep re-reading it
Such a great story with a mix of strength and vulnerability, love and duty, and magic. We all need a bit of magic, and perhaps a hot werewolf;)
Such a great story with a mix of strength and vulnerability, love and duty, and magic. We all need a bit of magic, and perhaps a hot werewolf;)
June 6, 2020
Boxed set with bonus novella
I liked how action-packed and well thought out this series was. I will end up buying this series for my personal collection.
I liked how action-packed and well thought out this series was. I will end up buying this series for my personal collection.
January 29, 2021
Great characters and interesting story line
A good premise that keeps you wanting to read late into the night. Has lots of adventure and romance. I would highly recommend this to anyone who likes a mystery with action and adventure. Definitely will keep you guessing.
A good premise that keeps you wanting to read late into the night. Has lots of adventure and romance. I would highly recommend this to anyone who likes a mystery with action and adventure. Definitely will keep you guessing.
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