Verlag: Wildside Press
When Barry Horn ends up in a state of suspended animation, he is ultimately awakened in a era where humanity is at war with robots of their own creation. Visions he experienced during his hibernation may provide the clue needed for victory... A rousing action-adventure story in the best pulp science fiction tradition!
The year is 2074. For a decade, the technology for mind upload has existed. Anyone who wants to – and has the means to do so – can now stave off death by having their brain scanned and uploaded to the grid; a virtual, digital world. Society is divided over the new technology, but Anders Helmemyr, one of the proponents of the transhumanist movement, is hopeful. He dreams of a day when this technology will be available to everyone. When a devastating terrorist strike rocks the world, Tiina Björk, expert investigator at the Swedish Security Service, is assigned to a manhunt for a mysterious hacker suspected of being involved in the attacks. But the investigation creates more questions than it does answers, and the curious interest from other security services suggests all is not as it seems, and something much bigger is going on. Introdus is the second book from Swedish computer scientist and sci-fi writer David Sikter’s epic trilogy Let There Be Gods, a compelling and evocative vision of the future of humanity in the age of sentient machines.Zum Buch
Allow yourself to be swept away by this remarkable audiobook. Its gripping plot and vivid characters make it impossible to put down—or, in this case, pause. The narrator's voice adds an extra layer of depth and emotion to an already powerful story. Perfect for any mood or occasion, this audiobook delivers a memorable experience. It’s the kind of story you’ll want to share with friends and revisit again and again. Take the first step and let this audiobook take you on an unforgettable journey.Zum Buch
Intense, powerful, and increasingly relevant. Ishkara, a refugee with a vision for unity, seeks to heal the scars left by generations of war. To do so, she enlists the aid of a constable, an artist, and an outsider. But in the fight to unite a nation, even the best of intentions can be corrupted. Peacekeeping turns violent. Art becomes propaganda. Communities are forced into conformity. Together, they must decide what freedom really means—and what it costs to keep. Step into a world inspired by the beauty and culture of Ukraine, where mountains are made of mirror-glass, firebirds soar overhead, and wars are fought over the shape of one’s horns. Crown of Horns is a political fantasy that explores the rise of authoritarianism and the power of art and culture in the face of tyranny. Longtime genre fans and newcomers alike will be drawn in by its diverse cast, story-first worldbuilding, and edge-of-your-seat intensity.Zum Buch
First the floodNext the sicknessLast the changeVisionary Korean author Kim Bo-Young unleashes a Lovecraftian nightmare of infection, transformation, and abomination.“[Kim Bo-Young's] fiction is a breathtaking piece of a cinematic art.” —Bong Joon Ho, Academy Award-winning director of ParasiteWhile waiting for a train to Haewon, an isolated Korean seaside village, bodyguard Mu-young gets a disaster alert on her phone. TVs throughout the station report breaking news of a massive earthquake on the eastern coast. Despite the danger, Mu-young boards the train with her niece: she’d rather face the earthquake than leave the girl in her mother’s care. That choice haunts her for the rest of her life.Three years later, Haewon Village is home to horrors. The earthquake unleashed an ancient plague that transforms its victims into fishy monsters, and the government’s lockdown has cut off any hope for help. Mu-young’s niece is dead, and all that’s left for her is to hunt villagers who break isolation. When an officious bureaucrat from Seoul arrives in the village, he stirs up even deeper trouble. Will Mu-young survive? Does she even deserve to?Zum Buch
Shift is about to get real. All white witch Samantha Sinclair wants is for life to go back to normal. But on the eve of the grand reopening of Damien's restaurant, trouble shows up in the form of a pack of shifters bent on wreaking havoc. A storm is brewing, a hurricane that devours magic and all who wield it. Can Sam find a way to protect her extended supernatural family? Or will she lose everything and everyone she's grown to love?Zum Buch
Who knew that it would be voodoo that saved the world? Clara and Damien know exactly how to take down the most sadistic man—Taz Kiera. But that doesn’t mean it will be easy. Actually, it will involve solving a series of complex riddles, hunting down magical items and risking their lives. Oh, and employing a dark magic that could burn out their souls. Luckily, Damien doesn’t have one as a vampire. However, he is quickly learning he will do anything to protect the soul and heart of his partner, Clara Jordan. Who knew that fighting evil would make two people fall in love? But love also complicates everything! Can this duo do what it takes to take down a power so fierce it could destroy humanity? If they do, they win. If they don’t, then everyone loses.Zum Buch
