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Edward Prendick is shipwrecked in the Pacific. Rescued by Doctor Moreau's assistant he is taken to the doctor's island home where he discovers the doctor has been experimenting on the animal inhabitants of the island, creating bizarre proto-humans...
Buddy flick epic fantasy! The fifth in the Assassins of Landria series from the awardwinning, bestselling author of Scourge: A Novel of Darkhurst and The Chronicles of The Necromancer. A secret heir. A kingdom in crisis. A magic-fueled blight with horrifying consequences. And an unlikely band of outlaws and misfits who are Landria’s only hope against the powerful, malicious Witch Lord. Rule-breaking, unconventional assassins Joel “Ridge” Breckenridge and Garrett “Rett” Kennar team up with rogue spy Kane and the imprisoned, notorious mage of Rune Keep to save their kingdom, despite the bounty on their heads. When Rett’s mind-scarred magic sends him to a place that exists outside of space and time, he discovers that the solution to Landria’s succession to the throne is hidden in a magical safe house. But the spell that maintained the monastery is crumbling, and the Witch Lord is intent on stopping its secrets from becoming known. Meanwhile, provocateurs rampage in the borderlands trying to start a war, and a witch with a deadly grudge conjures a terrifying infestation that could destroy everything. It’s up to Ridge, Rett, Henri, and their friends to stop the threat and protect the throne while they evade capture on the kingdom’s “most wanted” list! Amid a web of betrayals and intrigue, can a group of outlaws and exiles stop a mage-sent plague, fend off a predatory neighboring kingdom, and protect Landria’s best hope for a peaceful succession? Outlaw’s Vengeance is an action-packed epic adventure filled with loyal friends, honorable fugitives, secret sanctuaries, hidden magic, and unexpected explosions.Zum Buch
This collection highlights the imaginative brilliance of Ray Bradbury, one of the most influential voices in science fiction. Spanning over 15 stories, the anthology offers a window into Bradbury's unique ability to blend futuristic ideas with profound human emotions. Featured stories like The Monster Maker, Morgue Ship, The Irritated People, Pillar of Fire, Zero Hour, A Little Journey, and Asleep in Armageddon showcase the author's wide-ranging themes, from space exploration and dystopian futures to the darker sides of human nature. Each tale brims with Bradbury's signature poetic prose, exploring humanity's fears, dreams, and the unknowns of the universe. The collection's vivid illustrations bring these timeless stories to life, capturing the essence of Bradbury's haunting, yet often hopeful, vision of the future. Whether encountering sinister forces in outer space or reflecting on the fragility of life, this anthology serves as a testament to Bradbury's enduring legacy in speculative fiction. Perfect for both seasoned fans and newcomers, this collection invites readers to explore the depths of Bradbury's imagination and the impact of his work on science fiction as a whole. THE MONSTER MAKER MORGUE SHIP LAZARUS COME FORTH DEFENSE MECH ZERO HOUR ROCKET SUMMER JONAH OF THE JOVE-RUN ASLEEP IN ARMAGEDDON A LITTLE JOURNEY THE CREATURES THAT TIME FORGOT LORELEI OF THE RED MIST THE IRRITATED PEOPLE REFERENT PILLAR OF FIRE THE SQUARE PEGSZum Buch
Dionne Archer is a regular high school girl. For her sixteenth birthday, though, she was gifted a strange mirror and a family secret that would change her life. Faced with new magical powers, Dionne must now team up with others like her to fight the organization known as the Lords of Chaos and keep them from achieving their goals. All while dealing with homework. As if being a teenager wasn’t hard enough already.Zum Buch
Their trip through the Androski wormhole didn't take them on the journey they expected, and now Reyanne and the team face a new challenge: stay or go? Stay on this new Earth and make a fresh start, or risk going back through the wormhole, not knowing where they will end up. Neither is ideal, and both have unpredictable consequences.There are still too many unanswered questions about what happened on Earth, and the more the team search for signs, the more they realize how little they really know.Zum Buch
A once-in-a-lifetime adventure becomes a fight for survival in The Island That Wasn't, a gripping mystery thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. When a group of friends stumbles upon an uncharted island that only appears on certain maps, they can't resist the temptation to explore. But soon after they arrive, something terrifying begins to happen—one by one, they start disappearing, not only from the island but from the memories of everyone they've ever known. As reality slips away, the friends must unravel the island's dark secrets before they lose themselves completely. Time is running out, and the more they search for answers, the more the island tightens its grip on their existence. But how can you escape when the world is forgetting you? Packed with suspense, eerie twists, and a haunting mystery that will stay with you long after the final page, The Island That Wasn't is a heart-pounding tale of friendship, loss, and the terrifying lengths we'll go to survive. Will they find a way off the island, or will they disappear forever? Discover the chilling answers in this unforgettable novel. Perfect for fans of The Cabin at the End of the World and The Silent Patient.Zum Buch
When yet another wave of colonizing Felters arrives to strengthen their fortress on the forest's edge, Velu, an indigenous hunter, knows they bring only pain and death. But with them arrives an intriguing older woman who hunts legends. When Velu learns the woman, Lady Greyback, shares his terrifying visions of the ancient scorpion god, Ajakava, she invites him to research what they mean. But the Felters grow hostile, blaming Velu and the other hunters for deaths in a doomed expedition through the forest. Meanwhile, the visions become ever more persistent, hinting the god is awakening. When a second Felter expedition seeks to extend their reach to the capital beyond the forest, only Velu and Lady Greyback know they will walk straight into Ajakava's clutches. While the lady sees new destruction, Velu sees memories of a long-forgotten massacre. What vengeance does the old god have in store, and for whom?Zum Buch
