Black Heart
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(Author) Holly BlackLove is dangerous and trust is priceless in the satisfying conclusion to Holly Black’s “powerful, edgy dark” fantasy series (Publishers Weekly). Cassel Sharpe knows he’s been used as an assassin, but he’s trying to put all that behind him. He’s trying to be good, even though he grew up in a family of con artists and cheating comes as easily as breathing to him. He’s trying to do the right thing, even though the girl he loves is the one he should stay the farthest away from. And he’s trying to convince himself that working for the Feds is smart, even though he’s been raised to believe the government is the enemy. But with a mother on the lam, the girl he loves about to take her place in the Mob, and new secrets coming to light, the line between what’s right and what’s wrong becomes increasingly blurred. When the Feds ask Cassel to do the one thing he said he would never do again, he needs to sort out what’s a con and what’s truth. In a dangerous game and with his life on the line, Cassel may have to make his biggest gamble yet—this time on love.
Holly Black
Holly Black is an American author known for her works in the fantasy genre, particularly for her contributions to young adult literature. Her most notable works include The Spiderwick Chronicles, a bestselling series co-written with Tony DiTerlizzi, and The Cruel Prince, the first book in her popular Folk of the Air trilogy. Black's writing is characterized by its dark and intricate world-building, complex characters, and exploration of themes such as power, betrayal, and morality. She has had a significant impact on the genre of urban fantasy and is praised for her ability to create immersive and compelling stories that resonate with readers of all ages.