The Bane Chronicles
Kisses only. Any sex is implied and fully off page.
Closed door. No anatomical or crude language.
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Fans of The Mortal Instruments and The Infernal Devices can get to know warlock Magnus Bane like never before in this collection of New York Times bestselling tales, with an exclusive new story and illustrated material. This collection of eleven short stories illuminates the life of the enigmatic Magnus Bane, whose alluring personality, flamboyant style, and sharp wit populate the pages of the #1 New York Times bestselling series, The Mortal Instruments and The Infernal Devices.
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Bane Chronicles
It's the same collection of Magnus stories, so the wit, immortal loneliness and forbidden mm longing land identically, with no real difference.
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