Con & Conjure (Raine Benares Book 5)

The fifth Raine Benares novel from the New York Times bestselling author of the SPI Files series.Raine Benares is a seeker who finds lost things and people. Ever since the Saghred, a soul-stealing stone that's given her unlimited power, has bonded to her, the goblin king and the elves have wanted to possess its magic themselves. Which means a goblin thief and her ex-fiancé—an elven assassin—are after her. To survive, she'll need the help of her notorious criminal family. They've run elaborate scams before, but none involving this much money, government officials this highly ranked, or a war this close to starting...

a wonderful addition to the urban fantasy genre. I absolutely loved it.”

“It’s gritty, funny, and sexy

Monsters and Critics

“A rollercoaster ride through demons, goblins, elves, and mages...Will leave readers chomping at the bit for more.”

Fresh Fiction

“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.”

RT Book Reviews (Top Pick)

“Fans can rejoice as uber-talented Shearin dishes up more hilarious mayhem. Snappy dialogue, great pacing, and two seriously sexy heroes ensure hours of nonstop pleasure. Raine is sassy and irreverent, and this book is an auto-buy!”

About the Author

Lisa Shearin is the New York Times bestselling author of the Raine Benares novels, a comedic fantasy adventure series, as well as the SPI Files novels, an urban fantasy series best described as Men in Black with supernaturals instead of aliens. Lisa is a voracious collector of fountain pens, teapots, and teacups, both vintage and modern. She lives on a small farm in North Carolina with her husband, three spoiled-rotten retired racing greyhounds, and enough deer and woodland creatures to fill a Disney movie.

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