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  Into the Riverlands

  Nghi Vo

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  Wandering cleric Chih of the Singing Hills travels to the riverlands to record tales of the notorious near-immortal martial artists who haunt the region. On the road to Betony Docks, they fall in with a pair of young women far from home, and an older couple who are more than they seem. As Chih runs headlong into an ancient feud, they find themselves far more entangled in the history of the riverlands than they ever expected to be.Accompanied by Almost Brilliant, a talking bird with an indelible memory, Chih confronts old legends and new dangers alike as they learn that every story—beautiful, ugly, kind, or cruel—bears more than one face.

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  On the Precipice

  Brianna MacMahon

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  Imperium, one of the most powerful societies in the universe, is on the brink of a generation-defining electoral cycle. Will Imperials continue to support the Expansionist Party, which favors annihilating their chief rival, the Core, through military measures, or will Imperials vote for the Affiliate Party, which favors weakening the Core through political pressure? 
  There are seven Lord Regents, each of whom oversees a particular sphere of influence. Moreover, each Lord Regent has their own Prophate, who acts as their religious adviser. Notably, some Prophates are content with their place in Imperial society, while others have ambitions that perhaps exceed their office . . . 
  Through strange circumstances, Raelynn Mabry, a recent graduate of the Keeper system, begins working for Levin Liston, the Lord Regent of Diplomacy and the leader of the Affiliate Party. Raelynn becomes embroiled in the political rivalry between Liston and Cyno Banner, the Lord Regent of War and Defense, the leader of the Expansionist Party, and the current Head of the Assembly. Liston is trying to negotiate an alliance with the Civitan, a power that has recently seceded from the Core, but this alliance is not exactly popular. Indeed, most Expansionists oppose it, as they question whether the Civitan, which had fought against Imperium during the decades-long Glass War, can be trusted. 
  The Expansionist Party and the Affiliate Party have disparate views of what kind of power Imperium should be in the universe. If the Expansionists win, then the status quo remains intact, but if the Affiliates win, then this signals a seismic shift in Imperial politics. As Imperium nears Election Day, choices are made, and alliances are drawn—or destroyed. The future of Imperium hangs in the balance, and the stakes have never been higher.

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  Sydney Effect - Comfort of...

  R K Jones

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  Step into the shadowed streets of Sydney in "Sydney Effect," a riveting narrative where desperation collides with destiny amidst a crumbling dystopian backdrop. In a city ensnared by corruption and besieged by crime, Maali and Noah, survivors hardened by their past and embroiled on both sides of the law, navigate the perilous landscape of a near-future Sydney. Their lives intertwined by fate and circumstance uncover D.TEM, a substance with unfathomable power, catapulting them into a vortex of chaos and confronting them with the city's dark underbelly.As their journey propels them towards an otherworldly spectacle—an alien vessel casting its ominous shadow over Sydney—Maali and Noah are forced to reckon with the collapsing pillars of their once-glorious civilisation and the true cost of survival. Through their eyes, "Sydney Effect" explores the echoes of societal decay, the whispers of conspiracy, and the indomitable human spirit's quest for truth.Why "Sydney Effect" is Unmissable:Thrilling Urban Odyssey: Traverse a Sydney reimagined, where every shadow conceals danger, and every decision could seal one's fate.Complex Characters: Delve into the depths of Maali and Noah's souls as they confront their demons and forge alliances in a world where trust is a currency few can afford.Sci-Fi Meets Dystopia: Immerse yourself in a tale that marries the intrigue of alien phenomena with the gritty reality of a dystopian society, reminiscent of the visionary worlds crafted by Orwell, Bradbury, Atwood, and Huxley.Societal Reflection: Beyond the adrenaline, "Sydney Effect" is a mirror to our own world, questioning the paths of progress and the resilience required to change one's destiny."Sydney Effect" is not just a story; it's an odyssey through the best and worst of humanity, a compelling blend of speculative fiction and a poignant examination of the human condition. Fans of "The Hunger Games" and the masterworks of dystopian literature will find it riveting.

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  Witch With An Enemy

  TR Cameron, Martha Carr, Michael...

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  Cait Keane and her Dragon partner Aza are surrounded by powerful enemies.Cait's gone from restful meditation to combat with shifters in the blink of an eye—even the young witch's refuge is no longer safe. A roaming pack of wolves is threatening her coven and the nearby town. And more enemies are intent on taking the witches' land, by force if necessary.Back in Boston, a wealthy criminal's bank vault reveals the greatest evil Cait has ever encountered. Unlocking the safe put her on the hook for a favor to a master thief. Was the information worth it?The peace between the Roses and the Dragons is over and the streets of Boston have become a dangerous place as the hidden war escalates.On top of it all, the assassin Cait's pursuing now has her in his sights.Cait will have to be on top of her game just to survive. To have a fighting chance at victory, she'll need to increase her power and rely on her allies.The US Marshal with something extra wouldn't have it any other way.

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  Regiment of Women

  Thomas Berger

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  The Pulitzer Prize–nominated author of Little Big Man returns with perhaps one of his most imaginative alternate realities yet: a matriarchal society.   Women reign supreme in the not-so-distant future, where Georgie Cornell has no choice but to wear the high heel shoe on the other foot. Swept into the chaotic world of publishing, he is at the mercy of his female bosses, especially if his pencil skirt is an inch too short.   Georgie only has one male coworker he can lean on for a bit of support, and his friend Charlie’s fascination with gender roles borders on the scandalous for Georgie’s taste. Still, when Georgie loses his job it’s Charlie he turns to for comfort. Spilling a drink on his expensive dress, he has no choice but to wear the women’s clothes Charlie keeps in secret on the way home. The simple journey quickly turns chaotic when Georgie is taken in by the police for the crime of being a transvestite. A prison escape is only the start of this piercing, insightful, and prescient look at gender norms.   “Imagined with such ferocity and glee that we assent to it almost in spite of ourselves . . . A brilliant accomplishment by one of our best novelists.” —The New York Times Book Review

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  Bite This

  Michael Anderle

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  You take out one annoying vampire in revenge, and now you have to clean up the mess? What a pain in the ... something.Bethany Anne and crew are back! They need to grab a ship, figure out who is trying to dig into her businesses, get their hands around the potential for creating an A.I. and the ongoing mess with Anton and South America.One of these days, she will get a break. Fortunately for us, it wasn't today.Got an attitude? That's nice. Just don't show it around Bethany Anne. When she slaps a face off, the whole head goes with it.Bite This, The Kurtherian Gambit 04 follows the story after Love Lost. If you haven't read the preceding books YOU PRETTY MUCH HAVE TO. These are a series and many of the characters have been introduced in preceding volumes.**Please note, as mentioned in another review, there is flagrantly foul language in this novel. The main character does not have a problem with cussing, just uninspired cussing.

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