Spellfire

In this searing romantasy for fans of Divine Rivals and Throne of Glass, former magic-academy rivals face each other in a deadly competition, only to band together—in love and survival—against a powerful dark magic secretly brewing deep inside the palace.

Before she was expelled from L’Ecole Royale, Vivienne Lark’s biggest rival for the top spot at the kingdom’s most prestigious magic academy was Henri Sinclair, a spoiled playboy whose utter disinterest in school was even more infuriating than his brilliance. After being kicked out for stealing to help her starving family, Vivi never thought she’d see him again.

Fast forward a year, and Vivi is out of jail and barely scraping by when she learns of the death of the Queensmage—the second-most powerful wielder of magic. There’s a call for candidates to compete in the cutthroat Trials to find a replacement, which brings Vivi and Henri together once again, this time at the royal palace. They each have their own reasons for competing, but Vivi is determined to win and secure her family’s future.

While the Trials are dangerous and the competition fierce, Henri and Vivi inadvertently uncover a pattern of strange accidents leading to a string of dead nobles. No one believes them, so they reluctantly agree to unravel the mystery together . . . only to discover a shocking truth that puts the future of the kingdom—and magic itself—at risk.

The more time they spend together, the deeper their attraction grows. Suddenly, it’s no longer about which of them will win. Now, it’s whether they'll survive long enough to reveal their true feelings to each other, at last . . .

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

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Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
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• Priced around €25-€35

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• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

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• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
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The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs