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  Enchanter's Tale 2

  Beatrix Grinn

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  Reddix has managed to hide her new skill with shadows, but a force within is threatening to break free. Perhaps now that she has mastered Light, it has come time for her to do the same with her darkness.Meanwhile, Hamlin is growing more tired of the "hero tale" that the nitwits of the Academy like to tell about the looming war. The itch to search for the truth will soon lead him to new adventures and absurdly painful discoveries. Whether he wants it or not, he will unravel all the threads behind the place he's decided to serve—a decision that reeks more like a dead rat with each passing day.A chasm had opened in Reddix's hometown, and whether it's greed or something darker that beckons her, she knows she must return to face what she left behind. The place she feared most now seemed to guard the greatest treasure. If only her courage would prove enough.

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  Ascending Species - A Novel

  Rand Paulsen

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  Delve into the lives of four remarkable species in an epic journey across time!
  This historical archive has been translated for the humans of Earth-but within, there are no humans!
  In this epoch-spanning chronicle of evolutionary proportions, four distinct intelligent species, on a planet not unlike Earth, each get their time on the stage of civilization to showcase their innate strengths, their inevitable flaws, and their unique determination to surmount the massive obstacles that not only their neighboring species, but the planet itself, ceaselessly has to offer.
  
  The lives and cultures of the powerful reptilian Serpils and the armadillo-like Drels are reflective of their natures-what's normal to them may seem very strange to us. The ways of the Geminy, being primates, may seem similar to humans, but do not be mistaken. Creative and friendly, the Tubells are a four-eyed species of cephalopods who have a unique perspective after having adapted to live on land.
  
  From their humble, hard-scrap origins to their hard-won formation of global civilizations-and beyond to the edge of space-the peculiar and disparate societies animating Ascending Species lay the ground for a fun, fast-paced experience full of nail-biting challenges, complex conflicts, heart-wrenching struggles, and heart-warming achievements.
  
  As to which species will survive the whims of time . . . only time will tell.

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  The Roger Zelazny Collection - A...

  Roger Zelazny

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  "The Roger Zelazny Collection" brings together five of the author's most captivating stories, showcasing his unique blend of fantasy, science fiction, and philosophical exploration. In "A Rose for Ecclesiastes," readers are transported to a distant future where a human linguist attempts to understand the complex culture of Martians, leading to profound insights about love, language, and existence."A Thing of Terrible Beauty" delves into the themes of art and the human experience, as it follows a character grappling with the consequences of creating beauty in a world marred by chaos. Zelazny's vivid imagery and deep emotional resonance make this tale unforgettable.In "The Stainless Steel Leech," the narrative takes a darker turn, exploring the intersection of technology and humanity. A scientist's obsession with creating a perfect life form leads to unexpected and chilling outcomes, raising questions about morality and the essence of life itself.Finally, "Horseman!" presents a gripping tale of a young man who becomes embroiled in a battle between ancient gods and modernity, exploring themes of destiny, power, and the struggle for identity.This collection not only highlights Zelazny's masterful storytelling but also enriches the reader's experience with stunning visuals. Each story invites reflection on the complexities of human nature and the universe, making this anthology a must-read for fans of speculative fiction and literary art alike.Contents:Horseman!A Rose for EcclesiastesA Thing of Terrible BeautyThe Stainless Steel LeechMr. Fuller's Revolt

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  The Emperor's Trail

  Florin-Marian Hera

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  "The Emperor's Trail" is a fictional story that takes place in the cities of Kurashiki and Takahashi, where a monster called Gashadokuro has started to kill people. Detective Yamabushi is the only one with the skills to track down the murderer and follow the trail of clues. The story is based on a fictional myth of the battle of Mizushima and follows Detective Yamabushi as he works to solve the mystery and bring the perpetrator to justice.

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  WANTED: One Sane Man

  Frank M. Robinson

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  WANTED: One Sane Man by Frank M. Robinson - Personnel Incorporated bragged that they could supply a man for any job. Maxwell doubted this, needing a space pilot for the first Lunar trip. Now, if he had just asked for a lunatic... 
  The small man adjusted his bi-focals and stared critically at the huge brass nameplate over the glass entrance doors. The plate read "Personnel Incorporated" in neat, modest lettering. Directly above the plate was a traveling neon sign which informed the public in letters six feet tall that: 
  PERSONNEL CAN SUPPLY THE MAN FOR ANY JOB!—SEVENTY-FIVE PER CENT OF THE PERSONNEL PROBLEMS ON THE AMERICAN CONTINENT ARE HANDLED BY PERSONNEL—DOES YOUR JOB SEEM BORING LATELY? SEE PERSONNEL AND BE PSYCHOLOGICALLY FITTED FOR YOUR WORK!—PERSONNEL CAN SUPPLY THE MAN FOR ANY JOB!—SEVENTY-FIVE PER CENT OF THE.... 
  The small man looked at it for a minute and turned to his tall companion. 
  "Tell me, Maxwell, why the seventy-five? Why not eighty or eighty-three?" 
  Maxwell glanced up at the sign. "If they do seventy-six per cent or more of the business, they're a monopoly. It must pain Whiteford to have to hold himself down to only seventy-five." 
  "Whiteford?" 
  Maxwell looked surprised. "You haven't heard of him? The newest boy wonder in the business world? He's the genius who runs this modern slave market." He looked at his watch. "And, incidentally, he's also the guy we've got an appointment with in five minutes."

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  E E "Doc" Smith: The Vortex...

  E.E. "Doc" Smith

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  This is the third and final volume in The Vortex Blaster series featuring "Storm" Cloud, computing genius who blows out those nasty Atomic Vortices that can eventually eat up an entire world if left undestroyed. Doc Smith's hero has already saved the world from many atomic vortices with his prodigious computing mind, but here is thrust into taking on more hero like behavior by saving a newly discovered civilization from attack by evil forces. What more needs be said? A thrilling tale well told. This pulp SF thriller was first published in 1942 in Astounding Stories.

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