Celine Jeanjean

Bloodless Assassin

He's a foppish assassin. She's a scrawny urchin with a big mouth. They make an unlikely team, but they're the city's only hope. Being Damsport's most elegant assassin is hard work. There are devilish poisons to concoct, secret identities to maintain, and tailoring to consider. But most importantly, Longinus has to keep his fear of blood hidden, or his reputation will be ruined. Rory lives on the streets. After her partner-in-crime steals all her money, she wonders if she'll ever be able to afford her dream of becoming an expert swordswoman. When she walks right into Longinus' inadvertently bloody assassination attempt, she learns a secret that may just secure her wish. As Longinus trains the urchin to keep her silence, he runs headlong on into something much worse than blackmail. A copycat assassin is on the loose, and Rory and Longinus must work together to stop him. But darker forces than they realise are at play, and with time running out, the unlikely duo find themselves the last line of defence against a powerful enemy who seeks to bring Damsport to its knees. The Viper and the Urchin is the first instalment in the Bloodless Assassin Mysteries, a collection of steampunk/fantasy books set in the tropical Victorian-like city of Damsport. If you like quirky characters, richly imagined worlds, and fast-paced action, then you'll love Celine Jeanjean's rollicking novel. Buy The Viper and the Urchin and get swept away in the adventure today! INTERVIEW WITH THE AUTHOR Q - So, what makes the Bloodless Assassin series special? A - It's a mix of things really. When I started writing The Viper and the Urchin, I wanted to create something that I'd want to read. My top picks are usually novels that feature quirky characters with humour to them, anything steampunk or fantasy, and I do love a good mystery. The Viper and the Urchin is a great mix of all these things. It's a fun and easy read with a darker mystery threading throughout the story. Q - The setting is a little unusual for steampunk. A - Yes. One of the things I love about fantasy is being whisked away to a completely new and unknown world, and I wanted to recreate that feeling. So I've kept the aesthetic and technology of steampunk, but set my story in an exciting tropical world that's very different from what readers will have encountered before. My world is also at the start of its development of steam technology, so the city of Damsport is very much a mix of old and new. Q -Will there be more books in the series? A - Absolutely! I'm working on Book 2 now and I have a few more in the works. You can get notified first when a new book comes out by going here: bit.ly/CJeanjeanNewReleases (just paste into your browser. Thank you for reading!

A Novel of Steampunk Adventure

The Viper and the Urchin

Lindsay Buroker

Susan Kaye Quinn

Brian Rathbone

Joseph R Lallo

Five full-length steampunk fantasy novels in one boxset. Come dive into five richly imagined worlds full of fascinating characters and rollicking adventure. The Bloodless Assassin by Celine Jeanjean The tropical city of Damsport clings to its independence from the vast and powerful neighbouring empire by only a few tenuous alliances. As a dreadlocked pickpocket and thief, Rory is mostly oblivious to the political stage, currently too busy blackmailing an assassin into training her to sword fight. That is, until the assassin is targeted by a plot to bring down Damsport, and Rory finds herself in the crosshairs along with him. It’ll take every bit of cunning she possesses if she’s to not only stop the plot but survive it. The Emperor's Edge by Lindsay Buroker An enforcer wanted dead for crimes she didn’t commit. An assassin wanted dead for crimes he did commit. Normally, they would be enemies, but they both seek the same thing: exoneration. Free-Wrench by Joseph R Lallo Beyond the islands of Caldera the world is a vicious place. A terrible calamity has poisoned the land. Those too ruthless or stubborn to die have crafted steam-powered mechanical wonders and taken to the sky. Yet somewhere in that wretched land there is a cure for a dire disease. With the eccentric crew of an airship called The Wind Breaker, Nita Graus means to find that cure, whatever the price. Third Daughter by Susan Kaye Quinn Being Third Daughter of the Queen means Aniri is free to love her fencing instructor--until a marriage proposal from a barbarian prince forces her to choose between preventing a war and breaking her heart. Dragon Airways by Brian Rathbone Dragons harbor mysteries and secrets revealed only to those most worthy. When a boy who can sense ancient magic becomes valuable to both sides of the war, enemies close in. Fleeing those sent to capture him, Emmet and his sister Riette board Dragon Airways. Not knowing friend from foe, they must rely on even those who might betray them. In a thrilling journey spanning land and sea, brother and sister come to know the true measure of Emmet's abilities along with the real value of love, friendship, and sacrifice. Keywords: Free Fantasy Books, Fantasy Omnibus, Top Rated Books, Omnibus Bundle, Free Box Set, Fantasy Box Set, Epic Fantasy Books Free, Omnibus Set, Free Fantasy Books, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy Bundle, Boxed Set, Fantasy Omnibus Collection, Best Rated Omnibus, Epic Free, Free Steampunk Books, Best Rated Steampunk Books, Fantasy female lead, Fantasy female character, Fantasy Box Sets, Free Series Box Sets Fantasy, Free to read and download, Fantasy action adventure, quirky characters, banter, snarky fantasy, fantasy humor, Strong female lead, Free fantasy steampunk, free book, free novel, free books to read and download, free fantasy, free novel, snappy banter, funny fantasy, fantasy with strong female lead, magic, original world-building, free full length fantasy, humorous fantasy books for free, free fantasy, free books to download, free to read and download.

5 Free Full-Length Novels of Steampunk Fantasy Action and Adventure

Steampunk Fantasy Adventures

I’m still only a barber to the supernatural, and I still have super weak magic, but I’ve somehow been tasked with essentially saving the world. Yeah, I know. And if I don’t deliver, it’s my neck on the line. So far, it’s not going too well. In fact, it’s not going at all, frankly. I have no idea where to start, no power to make anything happen, and yes, Tim the cat continues to be a sarcastic pain in the ass that’s no help whatsoever. As if I didn’t have enough on my plate, there’s also a weird, recent increase in human suicides that definitely feels like it’s linked to something magical. And then to top it all off, a Mundane holding an amulet manages to enter the barbershop, which should be impossible, given all the spells in place to keep them out. I’m going to need to figure out what’s going on pretty damn quick before the Mayak decide I’m not up to the job and get rid of me. I’m up the proverbial creek without the proverbial paddle. Grab Bound by Silver to find out if I manage to produce that pesky paddle and live to shave another day. Please note that this is book 2 of a continuous series. The author recommends that you start with book 1, Touched by Magic. Keywords: Urban Fantasy series, Asian urban fantasy, asian magical creatures, werewolves, dragons, vampires, paranormal, urban fantasy snark, urban fantasy banter, urban fantasy female lead, strong female protagonist, urban fantasy humor

An Asian Urban Fantasy Series

Bound by Silver

I’m Apiya. No, I’m not a badass magical assassin. I’m a barber to the supernatural. My magic is very weak and very niche—it works best with keeping things clean. I know. I can sense your awe at my power already. And I’m sure you can see why barbering suits me well. Although now that I’ve mastered the art of trimming a weretiger’s regrowth, my biggest challenge is fielding the insults of the shop’s cat. Sometimes I wish I had enough magic to go deeper into the city’s magical underbelly. You know what they say—be careful what you wish for. Everything changes when a pair of forest fae come into the shop one night, asking for help to protect their youngling. Something’s got them properly spooked, but they won’t say what. If it’s big and bad enough to scare the fae, it’s most definitely powerful enough to make a mouthful of me—probably a small mouthful, at that. And now that the fae have come to me, whatever’s after them is also after me. My weak magic and a sarcastic cat for backup are unlikely to be enough to keep me alive and save the fae youngling. How the hell am I going to get out of this mess? Grab Touched by Magic to see if I make it. Oh, and don’t get offended if the cat insults you… Please note that this is book 1 of a continuous series. Keywords: Urban Fantasy series, Asian urban fantasy, asian magical creatures, werewolves, dragons, vampires, paranormal, urban fantasy snark, urban fantasy banter, urban fantasy female lead, strong female protagonist, urban fantasy humor

Touched by Magic

Join me on a perilous hunt through Brittany, France, as I chase an ancient deity's missing son, armed with nothing but moxy and a hint of French – no garlic included. I’m freshly back from a date with a hot werewolf when an ancient Celtic goddess comes to me with an unusual request. Her son, Darkness, had gone missing. His disappearance has to stay under wraps, and somehow, I’ve been chosen to track him down. Which is how I wind up in a blood-soaked house in Brittany, in the dead of night. Out of my depth doesn't even begin to cover it. I'm clueless about the local language, the type of magic at play, and most importantly, about Darkness. Basically, I'm stumbling around like a lost fish in a desert. But dark magic is festering in the shadows of this eerie house. If I can't find Darkness and bring him back to rein it in, this malevolent force will escape into the world. Lives are at stake, including those of the people I love. So here I am, diving headfirst into the unknown, where any mistake could be a misstep into darkness. Grab your garlic and forget the French dictionary as you dive into this adventure with me. We’ll tackle ancient magical beings, decipher blood-stained clues, and maybe even learn a bit of French along the way – croissant, anyone? 🔥Get Darkness in Magic now.

Quirky British Urban Fantasy

Darkness in Magic

A complicated mission. A team of misfits that just don't get along. What could possibly go wrong? The team: A skinny pickpocket with dreadlocks and a big attitude. A foppish assassin with a fear of blood An elite fighter, master of the sardonic raised eyebrow. A smuggler with a drinking problem and a propensity for brawling. And a no-nonsense, heavily tattooed machinist, trying to keep them all in line. The mission: Free a Damsian inventor kept prisoner in the distant city of Azyr. Spark a rebellion to remove the half-mad tyrant ruling the place, and while they're at it, end slavery in Azyr. And do it all without getting killed, shackled into slavery, or arguing. The latter is proving most problematic. This latest instalment of The Viper and the Urchin series will make you have fun. Lots of fun. Scroll back up to buy it now. "Like a story from the Arabian Nights the vision of Palanquins and mechanised elephants, with richly dressed people served by slaves, is beautifully described, as is the horrific scene in the bloodstained arena. This is a thrilling, frightening adventure." - Elizabeth Lloyd, Goodreads "I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to readers looking for a fantasy quest with complex characters, a fantastically imagined world, a quirky team, and plenty of humor." - Barb Taub, Goodreads "So much intrigue, so much action, so much danger. So much fun!" - Riley, Goodreads

The Slave City

Picture this: I'm chilling at home with my new vampire and ghost roommates when a disgraced witch shows up at our door. Turns out she’s been booted out of her coven for, well, sucking at witching (look at my cross magical species pun!) I'm never one to turn away someone in need of help, and I don't agree with casting people out simply because they have challenges. But before I can do anything to help the witch, my beloved hyena, Penelope, gets kidnapped by the Hair -- my nemesis -- in order to force me to use my anti-magic to help him hunt down and kill magical creatures. The magical equivalent of law enforcement doesn't give a fig about hyena kidnappings, which means that I'm on my own -- well, me and my little ragtag team of magical misfits, now featuring an inept witch. We’ve got to use every trick in the book (including some that aren’t in the book) to rescue Penelope, and make sure I don’t end up being the Hair’s magical hunting dog. Hop on a broomstick and fasten your seatbelt for a wild ride through London’s underbelly of enchantment and danger as we race against the clock in this spellbinding sequel. Grab your copy of Hunting with Magic now and join Priscilla’s madcap magical escapades!

Hunting with Magic

If I tell you that I have magic, you’re probably going to expect all kinds of fancy things, like fire balls or maybe some kind of badass demon slaying assassin. Yeah, that’s not me. I’m a barber to the supernatural because my magic is too weak and weird to do anything else. So why have the fae asked me to look after one of their eggs—the most precious thing in the world to a fae—when I’m so vastly under qualified? Either they’ve taken leave of their senses, or they’re seriously desperate. And if the fae are desperate, that means that with my weak magic, I’m utterly out of my depth. Oh, and my backup is a sarcastic cat, which doesn’t come in handy when I find myself facing off against a very old, very powerful magical creature who’s after the egg. The damn cat scampers off and I’m left with nothing more than my piddly magic and my wits to get myself out of this mess. That’s the thing about the magical underworld of Panong—it might be dangerous and complicated, but at least it’s never dull. The Razor’s Edge Chronicles is an Asian Urban Fantasy series drawing inspiration from various Asian myths and featuring all kind of amazing new magical creatures, totally different from anything you’ve encountered so far. Dive into the Razor’s Edge Chronicles’ magical world today!

Razor's Edge Chronicles: Books 1-3

A complicated mission. A team of misfits that just don’t get along. What could possibly go wrong? The team: A skinny pickpocket with dreadlocks and a big attitude. A foppish assassin with a fear of blood An elite fighter, master of the sardonic raised eyebrow. A smuggler with a drinking problem and a propensity for brawling. And a no-nonsense, heavily tattooed machinist, trying to keep them all in line. The mission: Free a Damsian inventor kept prisoner in the distant city of Azyr. Spark a rebellion to remove the half-mad tyrant ruling the place, and while they’re at it, end slavery in Azyr. And do it all without getting killed, shackled into slavery, or arguing. The latter is proving most problematic. This latest instalment of The Viper and the Urchin series will make you have fun. Lots of fun. Scroll back up to buy it now. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★“Like a story from the Arabian Nights the vision of Palanquins and mechanised elephants, with richly dressed people served by slaves, is beautifully described, as is the horrific scene in the bloodstained arena. This is a thrilling, frightening adventure.” – Elizabeth Lloyd, Goodreads ★ ★ ★ ★ ★“I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to readers looking for a fantasy quest with complex characters, a fantastically imagined world, a quirky team, and plenty of humor.” – Barb Taub, Goodreads ★ ★ ★ ★ ★“So much intrigue, so much action, so much danger. So much fun!” – Riley, Goodreads The Slave City is book 3 in a complete 9 book steampunk fantasy series. Other books in the series: #1 The Bloodless Assassin #2 The Black Orchid #3 The Slave City #4 The Doll Maker #5 The White Hornet #6 The Shadow Palace #7 The Opium Smuggler #8 The Veiled War #9 The Rising Rooks Keywords: Steampunk, gaslamp fantasy, historical fantasy, humorous fantasy, funny fantasy, quirky fantasy, quirky characters, fantasy female lead, fantasy female protagonist, fantasy strong female character, unlikely friendship, banter, snark, snarky, humour, alchemist, fantasy assassin, fun read, fast read.

A Quirky Steampunk Fantasy Series

The complete, ten book box set of the quirky steampunk fantasy series by Celine Jeanjean. Enter the richly-imagined tropical world of Damsport and dive into rollicking adventures that are packed with unforgettable characters and snappy dialogue, served up with lashes of humour. DESCRIPTION OF BOOK 1: The Bloodless Assassin As a skinny, dreadlocked girl who grew up on the street making her living as a pickpocket, Rory isn’t exactly a prime candidate for swordmasters to take on as a student. Especially since she can’t pay them. So what’s a girl to do when she dreams of becoming a great sword fighter and adventurer? Blackmail an assassin into taking her as an apprentice, that’s what. Things don’t go according to plan, though. Rory’s new master, Longinus, has more eccentricities than a stray dog has fleas and he’s so frustrating to deal with, she frequently wants to bang her head against a brick wall. They have to put their arguments aside, though, when they both find themselves targeted by a plot aiming to destroy the city. Now not only does Rory have to figure out how to keep herself and Longinus alive, she also has to stop the conspiracy. An impossible task? It’s even harder with Longinus under the delusion that he’s the hero of the story. That would be funny, if it didn't make Rory want to throttle him. Follow along with Rory and Longinus’s unlikely friendship and see how on earth the two misfits get themselves out of trouble. Grab the complete series now.

The Complete Viper and the Urchin Series

The plan is simple. Get to the weretiger realm where a wise woman will be able to help Sarroch and I get a mating bond in place, thus saving me from execution. Easy peasy, lemon squeasy. Of course it ends up going more like difficult, difficult, lemon difficult. Which is why right now I’m standing in the stunning forest of the weretiger realm, facing Sarroch in tiger form. Except that it’s not Sarroch any more. Something has taken control of him. Something that for some reason doesn’t like me one bit and is clearly determined to destroy me. Little old me with my weak magic, facing off against one of the oldest and most powerful weretigers in existence. Anyone care to place a bet on the outcome? Or you can just read Chained by Memory now to see how it all goes down. Please note that this is book 6 in a continuous series, so the author recommends you start with book 1, Touched by Magic.

Asian Urban Fantasy

Chained by Memory

I’ve never been one to stand idly by when a friend’s in trouble. Yes, I know that to go looking into why Ilmu is missing is dangerous. Yue’s still out there, and more to the point she’s not happy with how little progress I’ve made on our deal regarding Sarroch. Which means a significant decrease in the value of my life. Staying home is therefore the smart thing to do. But all the same, a friend in trouble is a friend in trouble, and no one but me seems to care what’s going on with Ilmu. With my limited magic there’s only so much I can do, but I manage to get my hands on magical incense that will allow me to see her. That is until another supernatural creature appears in the smoke and drags me into whatever space Ilmu is trapped in. And just like that, my problems with Yue look pretty insignificant. Perspective, huh? Please note that this is book 5 in a continuous series, and the author recommends that you start with book 1, Touched by Magic.

Hidden by Jade

If I tell you I have magic, you’re probably going to expect all kinds of impressive displays, like fireballs and moving things with my mind. Yeah, I still can’t do that. That’s why I’m a barber to the supernatural rather than any kind of magical badass. And now that the supernaturals have come out in public, things are getting seriously interesting. Especially when one of my regulars goes missing. I’m never one to stand on the sidelines when a friend’s in trouble, so of course I go looking for him. You’d be amazed at how quickly I can get in over my head. And given my weak magic, it’s definitely not a comfortable position. Please note that this is book 3 of a continuous series. The author recommends that you start with book 1, Touched by Magic. ﻿Keywords: Urban Fantasy series, Asian urban fantasy, asian magical creatures, werewolves, dragons, vampires, paranormal, urban fantasy snark, urban fantasy banter, urban fantasy female lead, strong female protagonist, urban fantasy humor

Lifted by Water

You know that sickly feeling in the pit of your stomach when things have not just gone wrong, but very, very wrong? Yeah, that feeling. Like when you find yourself alone, facing off against an angry pontianak, a type of Asian vampire, who on top of being powerful, magical, and deadly, hates your guts. At the time the risk seemed worth it to find out more about my magic. Now? I wish I’d just stuck to barbering the supernatural. Given my weak magic, I’m going to have to find a way to talk myself out of this. Fast. Grab Marked by Azurite to find out whether I make it.

Marked by Azurite

Revolution in the streets. A deadly weapon stolen. A wardrobe too wide to fit up the stairs. All is most definitely not well back in Damsport… Cruikshank has created a deadly new weapon, but someone breaks into her workshop, steals the design, and leaves her for dead. Time for Rory and Longinus to roll up their sleeves again. But it doesn’t take long for them to be completely out of their depth. They find themselves facing a creepy doll maker, chaos in the streets, and a powerful man seeking to overthrow the Old Girl. In short, another sinister plot seeking to bring Damsport to its knees. Once again, Rory and Longinus find themselves the city’s last line of defence. Damsport really needs to invest in better defences. Get The Doll Maker now. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★“I pretty much read this book in one sitting” – Emily Wrayburn, Goodreads. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★“Reentering the world of Damsport with Longinus and Rory is more like slipping on your favorite summer dress.” – Jessie Stevens, Goodreads. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★“Vivid World, Fun Mystery A Great Addition to the series.” – Juneta Key, Goodreads. The Doll Maker is book 4 in a complete 9 book steampunk fantasy series. Other books in the series: #1 The Bloodless Assassin #2 The Black Orchid #3 The Slave City #4 The Doll Maker #5 The White Hornet #6 The Shadow Palace #7 The Opium Smuggler #8 The Veiled War #9 The Rising Rooks Keywords: Steampunk, gaslamp fantasy, historical fantasy, humorous fantasy, funny fantasy, quirky fantasy, quirky characters, fantasy female lead, fantasy female protagonist, fantasy strong female character, unlikely friendship, banter, snark, snarky, humour, alchemist, fantasy assassin, fun read, fast read.

A Quirky Steampunk Fantasy

The Doll Maker

A complicated mission. A team of misfits that just don't get along. What could possibly go wrong? The team: A skinny pickpocket with dreadlocks and a big attitude. A foppish assassin with a fear of blood. An elite fighter, master of the sardonic raised eyebrow. A smuggler with a drinking problem and a propensity for brawling. And a no-nonsense, heavily tattooed machinist, trying to keep them all in line. The mission: Free a Damsian inventor kept prisoner in the distant city of Azyr. Spark a rebellion to remove the half-mad tyrant ruling the place, and while they're at it, end slavery in Azyr. And do it all without getting killed, shackled into slavery, or arguing. The latter is proving most problematic. This latest instalment of The Viper and the Urchin series will make you have fun. Lots of fun. Scroll back up to buy it now.

An assassin with a fear of blood. A mouthy street girl. They can't seriously be the city's only hope?

Sword and Steampunk

The Bloodless Assassin

He's a foppish assassin. She's a scrawny urchin with a big mouth. They make an unlikely team, but they're the city's only hope.Being Damsport's most elegant assassin is hard work. There are devilish poisons to concoct, secret identities to maintain, and tailoring to consider. But most importantly, Longinus has to keep his fear of blood hidden, or his reputation will be ruined.Rory lives on the streets. After her partner-in-crime steals all her money, she wonders if she'll ever be able to afford her dream of becoming an expert swordswoman. When she walks right into Longinus' inadvertently bloody assassination attempt, she learns a secret that may just secure her wish.As Longinus trains Rory in swordsmanship to keep her silence, he runs headlong into something much worse than blackmail. A copycat assassin is on the loose, and Rory and Longinus must work together to stop him. But darker forces than they realise are at play, and with time running out, the unlikely duo find themselves the last line of defence against a powerful enemy who seeks to bring Damsport to its knees.The Viper and the Urchin is the first instalment in the Bloodless Assassin Mysteries, a collection of steampunk/fantasy books set in the tropical Victorian-like city of Damsport. If you like quirky characters, richly imagined worlds, and fast-paced action, then you'll love Celine Jeanjean's rollicking novel.

They made it into the palace... ...But will they be able to escape from it? In the shadowy world of the Airnian court, nothing is more important than knowing who to trust. And nothing is harder to determine. Rory and the gang need to make alliances if they're to succeed in their mission, but their attempts are met with intrigue and betrayal. And all the while, the White Hornet is watching, waiting for an opportunity to make them disappear. Longinus, meanwhile, continues with his quest to discover what happened to his family. His search for answers will take him deep within the palace, and deep within its secrets, until he is faced with a horrific choice. Can Rory and the gang save him from a fate worse than death? Get The Shadow Palace to find out.

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