Publisher: Amazing Sci-Fi Classics
There have been a thousand tales of future Utopias and possible civilizations. They have been ruled by benevolent dictatorships and pure democracies, every form of government from extreme right to absolute left. Unique among these is the easy-going semi-anarchistic society ruled by THE SYNDIC.
"An exhilarating ride through an alternate history." -GEORGE GALDORISI, New York Times bestselling author THE YEAR IS 1862, IN A WORLD THAT VERY NEARLY WAS... In one of the most unsettling "what-if" reversals to American history, the Union Army is overrun at the Battle of Antietam. Left with no alternative, President Lincoln surrenders, and the Confederate States of America becomes an independent nation. It's a tragic twist that will produce dire, far-reaching ramifications. As the divided American nations move into the twentieth century, slavery has long since been abolished; but in the summer of 1941, America faces another challenge-an existential challenge.Almost a century after the Civil War, the disastrous consequences of the Union defeat are threatening freedom on both sides of the Atlantic. The Second World War represents the defining event of the twentieth century. History dictates the United States must play the decisive role in defeating Adolf Hitler and the Nazis-but that history is no longer intact. America has been divided into two nations, and the resulting shift in global power has altered the course of the conflict, bringing all of North America and Western Europe to the brink of annihilation. In the spring of 1945, as the Nazis are preparing to deliver the final blow, a young academic and a small, elite group of American airmen are about to determine the fate of the world. FREEDOM'S VERY SURVIVAL IS COMING DOWN TO ONE, LAST-DITCH MISSION.Show book
This recording has been digitally produced by Morgan Rice, using a synthesized version of an audiobook narrator’s voice under license. From #1 bestseller Morgan Rice comes the debut of a breathtaking new fantasy series, ideal for fans of Sarah J Maas, Brandon Sanderson and Jennifer L Armentrout. From USA Today and #1 bestseller Morgan Rice, author of A Quest of Heroes (over 5,000 five star ratings) comes the long-awaited debut of a major new epic fantasy series. The SWORD OF THE DEAD series boldly reimagines the Persephone myth as a jumping off point to launch us into a startlingly new epic fantasy world, replete with fresh villains, kingdoms, tragedy monsters, and heroes. When Meredith, the king’s 18 year old daughter, is snatched by a monster and taken miles down to an underground kingdom, Lance, a peasant boy who dreams of joining the King’s elite knights, vows to risk his life to save her. Lance embarks on an epic quest to prove himself before the king’s men, to find the secret passage to the underground, to brave intense trials, to battle hideous monsters, and to get her back. Meanwhile, up above, with the king distracted and betrayed, a once-impregnable kingdom is crumbling, as enemies on all sides close in. Only a hardened girl thief, an unlikely hero, stands a chance of saving it all. SWORD OF THE DEAD weaves an epic tale of fate and destiny, of magic and love, of sacrifice and power. A page-turning read, packed with cliffhangers and twists you will not anticipate, it will immerse you in another world. Appealing to young adults and adults of all ages, SWORD OF THE DEAD offers a fresh take on sword and sorcery adventure fantasy, and will keep you reading late into the night. Future books in the series are also available. “The beginnings of something remarkable are there.” --San Francisco Book Review (re A Quest of Heroes) "Has all the ingredients for an instant success: plots, counterplots, mystery, valiant knights, and blossoming relationships replete with broken hearts, deception and betrayal. It will keep you entertained for hours, and will satisfy all ages. Recommended for the permanent library of all fantasy readers.” --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re The Sorcerer’s Ring) “A spirited fantasy ….Only the beginning of what promises to be an epic young adult series.” --Midwest Book Review (re A Quest of Heroes) “Action-packed …. Rice's writing is solid and the premise intriguing.” --Publishers Weekly (re A Quest of Heroes)Show book
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Generations after a near nuclear annihilation, America is a radiation-ravaged wasteland swarming with a thousand horrifically mutated life forms. Ryan Cawdor and his band of post-holocaust survivors barely escape a self-destructing redoubt in the new southwest and embark on a journey overland to find the nearest gateway. But without an adequate supply of food and water, their quest is doomed. Ryan strikes a deal with the leader of a wagon train heading west: protection against all attackers in exchange for food and water. It is a deal that pits the one-eyed warrior against his oldest enemy—a sadistic, ruthless man who would stop at nothing to get his hands on Ryan Cawdor. In the Deathlands, everyone and everything is fair game, but only the strongest survive.Show book
Conrad Blevins speaks with the dead. Or does he? Is Conrad a psychic for hire or a fraud preying on the recently bereaved? Jack Spirelli and his dragon side-kick Marin hunt for the truth, even as the pursuit endangers their lives.Show book
While watching the sky at night Blake, the King of Death and his son the Necromancer see a falling star and go to see where it fell, finding there a crashed UFO are these aliens friendly or dangerous? How will this end?Show book
Have we perhaps forgotten that there is not a single beauty model, but on the other hand, it can take on infinite different forms? We all have felt "different" at least once in life, almost experiencing shame or fear. Kaya is a brave little girl, undoubtedly different from her peers: although so small, she knows that diversity is wealth. Thanks to the power of love and friendship, she will succeed in eradicating all unjustified prejudices against her. This book can help your children to understand how important it is to believe in themselves and learn to appreciate reality for its astonishing diversity. It often happens that adults and children struggle to understand the importance of the differences. It is a growing phenomenon, especially in our technological era, where this false beauty belief pushes us to follow pre-set standards. After reading this book, your children will have developed this awareness, which is fundamental in a society characterized by diversity. What would our planet be like, indeed, if everything appeared the same, plasticized, and dull? A grey world: this is what we would have! Beauty will save the world, it is true! But knowing that its closest synonym perhaps is "diversity". Kaya acquires self-awareness and the ability to relate to others thanks to her parents and dear friend's support. Now her story awaits to be read by your children, bringing them in this exciting adventure!Show book
