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"In the fourth ... thriller in the series, DEA Special Agent Garrett Kohl must find out what's truly tainted in the energy industry and uncover a deep-rooted plot in order to protect his new business, beloved ranch, and family"--

The Slayer returns. Spat out of the Realm of Chaos after an eternity of battle, Gotrek Gurnisson finds himself in the unfamiliar surroundings of the Mortal Realms. With no axe, no oaths, and no Felix, he sets out to find his place in this new universe…

"Ada Lamarr may have gotten to the spaceship wreck first, but looter's rights won't get her far when she's got a hole in the side of her ship and her spacesuit is almost out of air. Fortunately for her, help arrives in the form of a government salvage crew--and while they reluctantly rescue her from certain death, they are not pleased to have an unexpected passenger along on their classified mission. But Ada doesn't care--all that matters to her is enjoying their fine food and sweet, sweet oxygen--until Rian White, the government agent in charge, starts to suspect that there's more to Ada than meets the eye"--

"A thrilling anthology of thirteen short stories that span the wide-ranging imagination of the New York Times bestselling author of the Scholomance Trilogy, including a sneak peek at the world where her next novel will be set."--

';Fantasy as it ought to be written . . . Robin Hobb's books are diamonds in a sea of zircons.'George R. R. MartinPrince Dutiful has been rescued from his Piebald kidnappers and the court has resumed its normal rhythms. There FitzChivalry Farseer, gutted by the loss of his wolf bondmate, must take up residence at Buckkeep as a journeyman assassin. Posing as a bodyguard, Fitz becomes the eyes and ears behind the walls, guiding a kingdom straying closer to civil strife each day. Amid a multitude of problems, Fitz must ensure that no one betrays the Prince's secretone that could topple the throne: that he, like Fitz, possesses the dread ';beast magic.' Only Fitz's friendship with the Fool brings him solace. But even that is shattered when devastating revelations from the Fool's past are exposed. Bereft of support and adrift in intrigue, Fitz finds that his biggest challenge may be simply to survive.BONUS: This edition includes an excerpt from Robin Hobb's Fool's Fate. Praise for Robin Hobb and Golden Fool ';[Robin Hobb] ranks near the top of the high fantasy field. . . . [She] juggles all the balls with aplomb, besides providing spot-on characterizations.'Publishers Weekly ';Solid storytelling with warmth and heart.'The Kansas City Star

"Elowen Atarah was ripped away from her dragons and imprisoned as a child by her father, King Garrick of Imirath, but years later, Elowen is now a woman determined to free them. Having established a secret kingdom of her own called Aestilian, she's ready to do what's necessary to save her people and seek vengeance against the father who sought to destroy her and her dragon bond. Even if that means leaving the home she built for herself. Or having to align herself with the Commander of Vareveth, Cayden Veles, the most feared and dangerous man in all the kingdoms of Ravaryn and her father's sworn enemy. Cayden is ruthless, lethal, and secretive, promising to help Elowen free her dragons if she will stand with him and all of Vareveth in the pending war against Imirath. Despite their contrasting motives, Elowen can't ignore their undeniable attraction as they combine their efforts and plot to infiltrate the impenetrable castle of Imirath to steal back her dragons and seek revenge on their common enemy. As the world tries to keep them apart, the pull between Elowen and Cayden becomes impossible to resist, even when trusting each other seems both reckless and essential. Working together with their crew over clandestine schemes, the threat of war looms over them, making the imminent heist to free her dragons their most dangerous adventure yet. But for Elowen, her vengeance is a promise signed in blood and she'll stop at nothing to see that promise through."--

';Fantasy as it ought to be written . . . Robin Hobb's booksare diamonds in a sea of zircons.'George R. R. MartinFor fifteen years FitzChivalry Farseer has lived in self-imposed exile, assumed to be dead by almost all who once cared about him. But now, into his isolated life, visitors begin to arrive: Fitz's mentor from his assassin days; a hedge-witch who foresees the return of a long-lost love; and the Fool, the former White Prophet, who beckons Fitz to fulfill his destiny. Then comes the summons he cannot ignore. Prince Dutiful, the young heir to the Farseer throne, has vanished. Fitz, possessed of magical skills both royal and profane, is the only one who can retrieve him in time for his betrothal ceremony, thus sparing the Six Duchies profound political embarrassment . . . or worse. But even Fitz does not suspect the web of treachery that awaits himor how his loyalties will be tested to the breaking point. Praise for Robin Hobb and Fool's Errand ';[Robin] Hobb has created a world brimming with detail and complexity [and] once again proves herself a full master of the epic fantasy.'Tulsa World ';Splendid . . . Despite some truly wrenching twists, there is a welcome sense of new beginnings.'Locus

Jedi Master Mace Windu travels to a dangerous, remote planet on a mission that challenges even his deadly prowess—all to fulfill Qui-Gon’s last request.The Jedi are reeling from Qui-Gon Jinn’s sudden death at the hands of a Sith. Jedi Master Mace Windu’s feelings about Qui-Gon have always been complicated—and have not been made any simpler by death. While they often disagreed, Mace valued Qui-Gon’s unique perspective, and their shared dedication to the Force made them allies. Without Qui-Gon and his unorthodox views, Mace feels out of balance.  While considering his fallen friend’s legacy, Mace is surprised to receive a final message from Qui-Gon, marked to be delivered to Mace in the event of Qui-Gon’s death. The message contains a last request: a plea to help the Outer Rim planet Metagos. Many years ago, a violent solar flare transformed the surface of the desert planet into a landscape of irradiated glass—as beautiful as it is dangerous. Now most of the surviving inhabitants live underground, where rival clans fight to control the planet’s limited resources. As a young Jedi, Qui-Gon protected the Sa’ad farming clan from the planet’s less-scrupulous factions. The Sa’ad practice the art of dream-weaving, retaining their waking minds upon sleep in order to communicate and coexist with the wild creatures around them. Qui-Gon vowed to return if they ever required his aid, but now it falls to Mace to fulfill that promise. The Sa’ad’s leader, KinShan Nightbird, has begged for the Jedi’s help in freeing Metagos from the crime lords who threaten to eradicate her people’s way of life. Intent on carrying out Qui-Gon’s final wishes, Mace travels to Metagos and infiltrates the enemies of the Sa’ad. But as the Jedi Master investigates the intricate web of adversaries and allies, Mace finds himself pushed to the boundaries of the Jedi code, with his beliefs and his relationship to the Force itself challenged.

Embark on a heart-pounding journey with Alice in the thrilling conclusion of the mesmerizing 'Veils of Illusion' trilogy. Feel the adrenaline surge as she navigates the dimly lit corridors of the billionaire Samuel Granger's mansion, driven by an insatiable thirst for the truth. Immerse yourself in a world of intrigue, as suspense hangs heavy in the air, and the drama unfolds, leaving you on the edge of your seat, breathless. The story takes a riveting turn when Alice hears the shocking news of a hostage crisis at the opulent Granger estate, blaring through the radio waves. Her heart pounding, she races back to the mansion, her footsteps echoing in the silence of the night. With cunning precision, she finds a clandestine entrance, determined to lend a helping hand to those in desperate need. As she delves deeper into the labyrinthine complexities of the mansion, each step revealing startling secrets, a chilling revelation sends her world spiraling into chaos. The enigmatic agency she is a part of joins forces with Samuel Granger, their shared determination fueling their race against time. The fate of their mission rests upon the shoulders of Samuel's trusted assistant, holding the key to unraveling the mysteries that have shattered their lives.Yet, amidst the darkness, shadows from Alice's past resurface, their haunting presence casting treacherous obstacles in her path. Every move she makes is laced with a sense of foreboding, like a taut wire ready to snap at any moment. Join Alice in her relentless pursuit to uncover the truth, to peel back the layers of deception that surround her and her loved ones. Discover the identity of the mastermind behind the attempted assassination of Samuel Granger. Will Alice's determination triumph over the malevolent forces that seek her downfall? Only the hands of time hold the answers, or do they? Prepare yourself for an enthralling rendezvous with 'Rendezvous', a tale brimming with secrets, intrigue, and heart-stopping moments. Grip the edges of your seat as you embark on an action-packed romance thriller that will keep you on the edge of your senses. In the hushed stillness of the pages, witness a clandestine dance of stolen glances and whispered promises, weaving a spellbinding tapestry of suspense in the very air you breathe.In this mystery romance, Alice's world collides with Samuel's, a billionaire with secrets as vast as his wealth. Their budding romance is tested as they navigate through the treacherous waters of deceit, danger, and desire. Will their love survive the storm? Or will it be swallowed by the abyss of uncertainty? Step into their world and find out.'Rendezvous' is a masterful blend of romance, mystery, and unrelenting suspense, crafting an intricate, heart-wrenching narrative that will keep you guessing till the end. The stakes are high, the danger is imminent, and the clock is ticking. Are you ready for the thrilling finale?

Revisit the wild, wild west during a time when unwritten rules of conduct for survival were never formal but respected everywhere on the range in this collection of ten, rollicking short stories, including:"Dangerous Ground": The town marshal quits his job yet he's reluctant to leave town once he hears about the mayor's plot to steal $200,000 in gold."Out of the Desert": Undercover Deputy U.S. Marshal Dan Boone correctly suspects a banker's plot to steal a gold shipment..."The Hero of Lost Creek": A crippled horse breaker turns hero when he foils cattle rustlers and wins the heart of the boss's daughter."The Trail to Nowhere": With Indians hot on his heels, a naked trapper and former schoolteacher runs into the forest in the dead of winter and uses little more than ingenuity to thwart his enemies and get all his stuff back."Quickdraw": Using a special arm harness and pieces of an old corset, Walker shoots it out with the town bully..."Square-Toed Boots": In a cow town, his farmer's boots appear to make him fair game but, when four cowboys dare to insult his wife, they're about to get a lesson in good manners."Come Morning": At twelve, Sean Mixus can handle a Sharps .50 rifle like nobody's business but putting up with a bath at his sister's house every day forces him to consider O'Reilly and the trail herd as his best escape."Gold is Where You Find It": Marcus and Saul swindle a greedy banker into buying a worthless gold mine, leave town, and they're living in what they believe is the lap of luxury when they read about a gold strike--right where their false map sent the banker!"Mad Dog Muncie": Two scoundrels at Fort Clark have been cheating folks and selling boys into slavery...but then Mad Dog Muncie appears to right a few wrongs."Curley's Kids": Curley Samson is a lone trapper until he rescues two orphan kids and a pretty young woman and finds himself rescued from a life of loneliness in the process.

These are memories of the just war to protect the sovereignty andterritorial integrity of the Vietnamese people associated with themiraculous revival of the country of Tower pagoda - Cambodia.Through this book, the author hopes to give readers - peace lovers- a perspective on the war to be able to decipher the origin and roleof the Vietnamese People's Army in the development of Cambodiatoday, and in contributing to maintaining the stability in SoutheastAsia.(Tieu Mai)

The world doesn't stop turning, time doesn't stop passing, and tomorrow isn't guaranteed.To end the war, how far will they have to go?This thrilling final installment brings Vi and her friends back to Kabria. The civil war has escalated and they need to end it as quickly as possible. The only problem? They have no idea how long it will actually take.Queen Esmeralda has no issue with collateral damage, and her methods make that perfectly clear. The draft has grown, curfews implemented, arrests increased, and her attacks on different cities have been turned into propaganda against the rebels.Forced to make decisions they never imagined, Vi and the gang completely give themselves over to the cause. But they'll have to live with the consequences of those choices. No matter how much it kills them to do so.Perfect for fans of Legend by Marie Lu, Graceling by Kristin Cashore, and The Lunar Chronicles by Marissa Meyer.

"Eine Fahrt hinab zum Malstrom - A Descent into the Maelström" ist eine von mehreren Erzählungen Poes, die auf See spielen, genauer: nahe dem historischen Malstrom in Nordnorwegen. Der Begriff "Malstrom" ist nicht nur wörtlich zu verstehen, sondern ist sprichwörtlich geworden für wirre Zeiten. Inzwischen ist er auch politisch aufgeladen, nicht zuletzt durch den Roman "Der Turm" (2008) von Uwe Tellkamp, in dem der Untergang der DDR mit dem Malstrom in Verbindung gebracht wird.

The Vale is home of The Gifted, those born with magical talent that manifests in unpredictable ways that many look upon with suspicion and fear. Even as the Vale's king works hard to teach citizens truth and tolerance concerning the gift of magic, the process is slow and politically risky. Many of the Gifted have no choice but to seek shelter in the stronghold city of Safehold. But is safety possible even there?Sixteen-year-old Arlin is a nobleman's son, grandson of the king of Vale. Handsome and spoiled, he was born to warrior parents with older siblings who outshine him in every capacity. Misunderstood, his sullen attitude alienates his family. With the sudden appearance of wings on his back--a very rare and visible magical Gift--Arlin has no choice but to, literally, take flight to protect himself and his grandfather's reputation as an impartial judge of Gifted rights.Fiella was adopted as an apprentice to the local bookmaster, where she discovered her passion for books and talent for sales. Her parents were killed when she was only seven--an event she witnessed that led to her desperate regret and longing to help others. While traveling on her first book-circuit as a journeyman, she impulsively offers to help Arlin get to Safehold, a sanctuary for Gifted, not realizing the danger she'll be placed in by doing so. Not the least of her worries is the secret she's been carefully hiding: She, too, is Gifted.Shonwin is heir to the lordship of Kuturan. When he was a child, his father was murdered by his own wife. Living with a mercilessly cruel parent led to Shonwin's single-minded devotion to Kuturan. When the king heard of the ruthless horrors practiced there, he tore away their income and livelihood, denying them the rights other lords of the land were entitled to. To rebuild his heritage and birthright, Shonwin means to have his revenge. Arlin's Gift will enable him to not only discredit and disgrace the king but strike at the king's protection of the Gifted and his own beloved grandson, Arlin.

Archive 99 is a collection of compelling and engaging stories that challenge the frontiers of reality as we know it. Each tale is a journey through the infinite possibilities of the universe, exploring distant worlds, confronting the unknown and prompting us to reflect on our own position in the immensity of the cosmos. Volume 4

"In the supernatural realms, there are creatures who belong to winter. I am not one of them. But like the coyote I can become at will, I am adaptable. My name is Mercy Thompson Hauptman, and my mate, Adam, is the werewolf who leads the Columbia Basin Pack, the pack charged with keeping the people who live and work in the Tri-Cities of Washington State safe. It's a hard job, and it doesn't leave much room for side quests--which is why when I needed to travel to Montana to help my brother, I intended to go by myself. But I'm not alone anymore. Together, Adam and I find ourselves trapped with strangers in a lodge in the heart of the wilderness, in the teeth of a storm of legendary power, only to discover my brother's issues are just part of a problem much bigger than we imagined. Arcane and ancient magics are at work that could, unless we are very careful, bring about the end of the world"--

An alien race of god-like beings called the Annunaki return to make war on Earth via a powerful mind-enhancing device called "THE OMNIPATH". The device multiplies their telekinetic powers a million times allowing them to reach across the galaxy to other worlds and control the minds of anyone. The Ultimate clash ensues between the Brotherhood of Light and the Brotherhood of Darkness Thousands of years ago a race of beings called the Annunaki came to Earth looking for gold to save their dying world, and in doing so created man in their images and slaves to mine the gold. After a thousand years of peace, the cry for war arises after the murder of the US president by a race of inner earth creatures known as the Nagas. Meanwhile, a group of gift children led by a young boy named Seth discover their hidden lineage and must now learn the secrets of the past to save the human race from destruction It is decided the OMNIPATH must be made ready and the WAR MAKERS led by the half-breed magician Lord Dottinton and his followers prepare to activate the receiver inside the Great Pyramid of Gaza. Once activated the OMNIPATH will give him the power to control the minds of every person on earth like a game of chess human beings are controlled like pawns to play out the GREAT GAME OF WAR that will finally free his master Enlil from halls of Amenti where he is now imprisoned.

"'All things find a way back home.' At the bottom of the Chasm, Dawsyn and her followers traipse through the darkness to find their long-awaited home. But there are whispers all around them and safety is never guaranteed. With her powers much depleted, and food supplies running low, will they even survive the journey? Above, the Queen and the new King of Glacia still bay for Dawsyn's blood, and they will not stop in their quest to destroy her. And with the help of someone Dawsyn thought her friend, they creep ever closer. Long-buried secrets will be revealed, hearts will be broken and a new day will dawn. Who will reign in this climactic conclusion to the epic Glacian Trilogy?"--

This never-before-translated masterpiece is based on a true story. It presents a richly detailed portrait of life in Berlin under the Nazis and tells the sweeping saga of one working-class couple who decides to take a stand when their only son is killed at the front.

This powerful debut novel brings to life the hard choices Parisians made--or failed to make--under Nazi occupation, in the tradition of Pam Jenoff and Fiona Davis. 1938. Paris Opera legend Madeleine Moreau must keep newcomer Yvonne Chevallier, whose talent she fears, off the stage. As the long-standing star of the opera, she is nowhere near ready to give up her spotlight. The perfect solution: enlist Yvonne as her understudy so she can never be upstaged. When Madeleine is invited to headline at Germany’s preeminent opera festival, she is sure this will cement her legacy. But war is looming, and when she learns that Adolf Hitler himself will be in attendance, she knows she’s made a grave error. As Madeleine makes a hurried escape back to France, Yvonne finds herself unexpectedly thrown into the limelight on the German stage.When a newspaper photograph shows Hitler seemingly enraptured by Yvonne, Yvonne’s life is upended. While she is trying frantically to repair her reputation at home, Yvonne’s son is captured and held as a prisoner of war. Desperate to free her son, she makes an impossible choice: turn to the enemy. As the Nazis invade Paris, both women must decide what they are willing to do in pursuit of their art. They form an unlikely alliance, using their fame to protect themselves and the people they love from the maelstrom of history.Painting an enrapturing portrait of resilient wartime women, The Paris Understudy is a love letter to the arts and a stark depiction of the choices we make to survive, for fans of Kate Quinn and Kristen Harmel.

"In the 1950s, Oscar Hammerstein is asked to write the lyrics to a musical based on the life of a woman named Maria von Trapp. He's fascinated to learn about this Catholic novice who was living quietly as an Austrian nun until her abbey sent her away to teach a widowed baron's children. When the assignment turned into a marriage proposal and the family was forced to escape the Nazis, it was Maria who taught them to survive by using the power of their voices and song. It's an inspirational story, to be sure, and as half of the famous Rodgers & Hammerstein duo, Oscar knows Maria's story has big Broadway potential. But much of her life will have to be reinvented for the stage. ... When Maria sees the script, she is so incensed that she sets off to confront Hammerstein, who foists her off on Fran, his secretary. The pair strike up an unlikely friendship as Maria tells Fran about her life, contradicting much of what will eventually appear in The Sound of Music and delivering a far grittier tale"--

What happens in Rome stays in Rome-or does it?Chaos ensues when a laid-off senior executive from the U.S. who has lived and worked for years in Italy takes a temporary job chaperoning sixteen high school students and their three teachers from Atlanta in the Eternal City of Rome. The executive, Atticus Winterle, finds himself forced to use all his skill with people along with selected local resources to keep the kids and teachers on track and out of trouble-to the extent possible. Despite, or perhaps because of, the strenuous efforts he must undertake to keep things from falling apart, he finds that both the teenagers and the adults-including himself-seem to grow closer and even learn from the experiences they share in the Italian capital.In Nine Days in Rome, you will discover:The terrible toll bad parenting has taken on America's youth, and how this is reflected in the students' behavior on the trip.How romance finds a way to bloom even in the midst of the herculean job of shepherding a group of unruly teenagers.Captivating descriptions of Roman landmarks, art and architecture from an expert observerHow a trip to one of the world's most visited cities unleashes a series of crises, driven by factors common to this age group all over world such as drugs, hormones, depression, etc., that the neophyte chaperone must handle.While the events the book chronicles may seem like fare for a Las Vegas lost weekend, the takeaway from these experiences is that people, teenagers and those of middle-age alike, can learn and grow in response to challenging circumstances. Join Atticus Winterle and this surprising group from Atlanta for an exciting tour of Rome that features moments of great joy and moments of great sadness and demonstrates how surprising bonds can be formed and connections made when people from different spheres are brought together.