All Spell Breaks Loose

Authors: Lisa Shearin

Praise for

Con & Conjure

“Tons of action and adventure, but it also has a bit of romance and humor… All of the characters are excellent… The complexities of the world that Ms. Shearin has developed are fabulous.”

—
Night Owl Reviews

“Action packed and fast paced, this was a fabulous read.”

—
Fresh Fiction

“
Con & Conjure
is a great addition to a wonderful series, and I’m looking forward to
All Spell Breaks Loose
and whatever else [Shearin writes] with high anticipation.”

—
Dear Author

Bewitched & Betrayed

“Once again, Ms. Shearin has given her readers a book that you don’t want to put down. With Raine, the adventures never end.”

—
Night Owl Reviews

“
Bewitched & Betrayed
might just be the best in the series so far!… an amazingly exciting fourth installment that really tugs at the heartstrings.”

—
Ink and Paper

“If you’re new to Shearin’s work and you enjoy fantasy interspersed with an enticing romance, a little bit of humor, and a whole lot of grade-A action, this is the series for you.”

—
Lurv a la Mode

The Trouble with Demons

“The book reads more like an urban fantasy with pirates and sharp wit and humor. I found the mix quite refreshing. Lisa Shearin’s fun, action-packed writing style gives this world life and vibrancy.”

—
Fresh Fiction

“Lisa Shearin represents that much-needed voice in fantasy that combines practiced craft and a wicked sense of humor.”

—
Bitten by Books

“The brisk pace and increasingly complex character development propel the story on a roller-coaster ride through demons, goblins, elves, and mages while maintaining a satisfying level of romantic attention… that will leave readers chomping at the bit for more.”

—
Monsters and Critics

“This book has the action starting as soon as you start the story, and it keeps going right to the end… All of the characters are interesting, from the naked demon queen to the Guardians guarding Raine. All have a purpose, and it comes across with clarity and detail.”

—
Night Owl Reviews

Armed & Magical

“Fresh, original, and fall-out-of-your-chair funny, Lisa Shearin’s
Armed & Magical
combines deft characterization, snarky dialogue, and nonstop action—plus a yummy hint of romance—to create one of the best reads of the year. This book is a bona fide winner, the series a keeper, and Shearin a definite star on the rise.”

—Linnea Sinclair, author of
Rebels and Lovers

“An exciting, catch-me-if-you-can, lightning-fast-paced tale of magic and evil filled with goblins, elves, mages, and a hint of love interest that will leave fantasy readers anxiously awaiting Raine’s next adventure.”

—
Monsters and Critics

“The kind of book you hope to find when you go to the bookstore. It takes you away to a world of danger, magic, and adventure, and it does so with dazzling wit and clever humor. It’s gritty, funny, and sexy—a wonderful addition to the urban fantasy genre. I absolutely loved it. From now on Lisa Shearin is on my auto-buy list!”

—Ilona Andrews,
New York Times
bestselling author of
Fate’s Edge

“
Armed & Magical
, like its predecessor, is an enchanting read from the very first page. I absolutely loved it. Shearin weaves a web of magic with a dash of romance that thoroughly snares the reader. She’s definitely an author to watch!”

—Anya Bast,
New York Times
bestselling author of
Embrace of the Damned

Magic Lost, Trouble Found

“Take a witty, kick-ass heroine and put her in a vividly realized fantasy world where the stakes are high, and you’ve got a fun, page-turning read in
Magic Lost, Trouble Found
. I can’t wait to read more of Raine Benares’s adventures.”

—Shanna Swendson, author of
Don’t Hex with Texas

“Shearin serves up an imaginative fantasy… The strong, well-executed story line and characters, along with a nice twist to the ‘object of unspeakable power’ theme, make for an enjoyable, fast-paced read.”

—
Monsters and Critics

“Lisa Shearin turns expectation on its ear and gives us a different kind of urban fantasy with
Magic Lost, Trouble Found
. For once, the urban is as fantastic as the fantasy, as Shearin presents an otherworld city peopled with beautiful goblins, piratical elves, and hardly a human to be found. Littered with entertaining characters and a protagonist whose self-serving lifestyle is compromised only by her loyalty to her friends,
Magic Lost
is an absolutely enjoyable read. I look forward to the next one!”

—C. E. Murphy, author of
Raven Calls

“Nicely done. I actively enjoyed the characters and their banter.”

—
Critical Mass

“Fun, fascinating, and loaded with excitement!
Magic Lost, Trouble Found
is a top-notch read of magic, mayhem, and some of the most charming elves and goblins I’ve ever encountered. Enthralling characters and a thrilling plot… I now need to cast a spell on Ms. Shearin to ensure there’s a sequel.”

—Linnea Sinclair, author of
Rebels and Lovers

Ace Books by Lisa Shearin

MAGIC LOST, TROUBLE FOUND

ARMED & MAGICAL

THE TROUBLE WITH DEMONS

BEWITCHED & BETRAYED

CON & CONJURE

ALL SPELL BREAKS LOOSE

All Spell
Breaks Loose

Lisa Shearin

ACE BOOKS, NEW YORK

THE BERKLEY PUBLISHING GROUP

Published by the Penguin Group

Penguin Group (USA) Inc.

375 Hudson Street, New York, New York 10014, USA

Penguin Group (Canada), 90 Eglinton Avenue East, Suite 700, Toronto, Ontario M4P 2Y3, Canada (a division of Pearson Penguin Canada Inc.) • Penguin Books Ltd., 80 Strand, London WC2R 0RL, England • Penguin Group Ireland, 25 St. Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2, Ireland (a division of Penguin Books Ltd.) • Penguin Group (Australia), 250 Camberwell Road, Camberwell, Victoria 3124, Australia (a division of Pearson Australia Group Pty. Ltd.) • Penguin Books India Pvt. Ltd., 11 Community Centre, Panchsheel Park, New Delhi—110 017, India • Penguin Group (NZ), 67 Apollo Drive, Rosedale, Auckland 0632, New Zealand (a division of Pearson New Zealand Ltd.) • Penguin Books (South Africa) (Pty.) Ltd., 24 Sturdee Avenue, Rosebank, Johannesburg 2196, South Africa

Penguin Books Ltd., Registered Offices: 80 Strand, London WC2R 0RL, England

This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents either are the product of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously, and any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, business establishments, events, or locales is entirely coincidental. The publisher does not have any control over and does not assume any responsibility for author or third-party websites or their content.

ALL SPELL BREAKS LOOSE

An Ace Book / published by arrangement with the author

PUBLISHING HISTORY

Ace mass-market edition / June 2012

Map by Lisa Shearin and Shari Lambert.

Cover art by Aleta Rafton.

Cover design by Judith Lagerman.

No part of this book may be reproduced, scanned, or distributed in any printed or electronic form without permission. Please do not participate in or encourage piracy of copyrighted materials in violation of the author’s rights. Purchase only authorized editions.

For information, address: The Berkley Publishing Group,

a division of Penguin Group (USA) Inc.,

375 Hudson Street, New York, New York 10014.

ISBN: 978-1-101-58082-0

ACE

Ace Books are published by The Berkley Publishing Group,

a division of Penguin Group (USA) Inc.,

375 Hudson Street, New York, New York 10014.

ACE and the “A” design are trademarks of Penguin Group (USA) Inc.

PRINTED IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

If you purchased this book without a cover, you should be aware that this book is stolen property. It was reported as “unsold and destroyed” to the publisher, and neither the author nor the publisher has received any payment for this “stripped book.”

ALWAYS LEARNING

PEARSON

In loving memory of my grandmother Mary Gladys
Shearin. Your love of life, devotion to family, and delight in
the written word was an inspiration to me and to all who
had the honor and privilege of knowing you. You will always
live in our hearts and be cherished in our memories.

Acknowledgments

To Derek, my husband. A man of infinite patience and endless encouragement. Your love and support make everything possible.

To Kristin Nelson, my agent. I can write secure in the knowledge that the business end of my career is in the best possible hands. Thank you for that and the editorial tough love. I’m becoming a better writer because of you.

To Anne Sowards, my editor. Your sharp eyes never miss a thing, and your gracious words always soften the blow. It’s a joy and a privilege to craft Raine’s adventures with you.

To Katie Lovett, an awesome fan and the winner of my Name That Book contest with the absolutely priceless and perfect title:
All Spell Breaks Loose
.

And, as always, to my fans. Thank you for allowing me to share my stories with you. You’re the best.