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Half-made world novels volume 1
Pub. Date
2010.
Language
English
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Description
A fantastical reimagining of the American West which draws its influence from steampunk, the American western tradition, and magical realism
The world is only half made. What exists has been carved out amidst a war between two rival factions: the Line, paving the world with industry and claiming its residents as slaves; and the Gun, a cult of terror and violence that cripples the population with fear. The only hope at stopping them has
42) Captain's fury
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Series
Codex Alera volume 4
Language
English
Description
After two years of bitter conflict with the hordes of invading Canim, Tavi of Calderon realizes that a greater peril exists--the terrifying Vord. Now Tavi must find a way to bring Aleran and Cane together as allies.
43) River of bones
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Series
Destroyermen volume 13
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Commander Matt Reddy and his crew are afraid it may finally be the end of the USS Walker. Ever since their ship was transported to another world, and they became embroiled in a deadly conflict between the Lemurians and the vicious Grik, the Walker has been taking a pounding. With Walker out of commission for repairs, Reddy takes command of a different ship and joins a desperate battle to block the Grik swarm. Meanwhile, the humans and their allies...
44) Provenance
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Series
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English
Description
"Following her record-breaking debut trilogy, Ann Leckie, winner of the Hugo, Nebula, Arthur C. Clarke and Locus Awards, returns with an enthralling new novel of power, theft, privilege and birthright. A power-driven young woman has just one chance to secure the status she craves and regain priceless lost artifacts prized by her people. She must free their thief from a prison planet from which no one has ever returned. Ingray and her charge will return...
45) The sinner
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Series
Black Dagger Brotherhood. Main series volume 18
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Syn takes another hit job and crosses the path of the vampire race's new enemy and a half-breed in danger of dying during her transition. Butch O'Neal is the Dhestroyer, supposedly fulfilling the prophecy that forces the end of the Omega.
46) The predator
Author
Series
Animorphs. Main series volume 5
Language
English
Description
Marco has never wanted to be an Animorph but the Yeerks are about to do something that will change his mind.
Publisher
Toei Animation
Pub. Date
[2015]
Edition
DVD + Blu-ray.
Physical Desc
1 DVD and 1 Blu-ray (95 minutes) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
The return of Frieza, one of the anime world's greatest villains. Frieza has been resurrected and plans to take his revenge on the Z-Fighters of Earth. Goku and Vegeta must reach new levels of power in order to protect Earth from their vengeful nemesis.
48) Ancillary mercy
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Series
Imperial Radch volume 3
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
In the stunning conclusion to the Imperial Radch trilogy, a search of Athoek Station's slums turns up someone who shouldn't exist. A messenger from the mysterious Presger empire arrives, as does Breq's enemy, the divided and quite possibly insane Anaander Mianaai, ruler of an empire at war with itself. Breq refuses to flee with her ship and crew, because that would leave the people of Athoek in terrible danger. The odds aren't good, but that's never...
49) The way of kings
Author
Series
Stormlight archive volume 1
Pub. Date
2010.
Language
English
Description
Introduces the world of Roshar through the experiences of a war-weary royal compelled by visions, a highborn youth condemned to military slavery and a woman who would save her impoverished house.
50) The warded man
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Series
Demon Cycle volume 1
Language
English
Description
As darkness falls after sunset, the corelings rise—demons who possess supernatural powers and burn with a consuming hatred of humanity.
For hundreds of years the demons have terrorized the night, slowly culling the human herd that shelters behind magical wards—symbols of power whose origins are lost in myth and whose protection is terrifyingly fragile. It was not always this way. Once, men and women battled the corelings on...
For hundreds of years the demons have terrorized the night, slowly culling the human herd that shelters behind magical wards—symbols of power whose origins are lost in myth and whose protection is terrifyingly fragile. It was not always this way. Once, men and women battled the corelings on...
51) Red storm rising
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Language
English
Description
When Moslem fundamentalists destroy a key Soviet oil complex, the Russians initiate a plan of diplomatic trickery for their seizure of Persian Gulf oil.
Author
Series
Lords of the Underworld volume 7
Publisher
HQN Books
Language
English
Formats
Description
When he meets Haidee, a fellow prisoner and a demon assassin, Amun, the keeper of the demon of Secrets, finds himself drawn to this enemy whose very touch sets his body on fire.
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Series
Dandelion dynasty volume 2
Language
English
Description
"In the much-anticipated sequel to the "magnificent fantasy epic" (NPR) Grace of Kings, Emperor Kuni Garu is faced with the invasion of an invincible army in his kingdom and must quickly find a way to defeat the intruders. Kuni Garu, now known as Emperor Ragin, runs the archipelago kingdom of Dara, but struggles to maintain progress while serving the demands of the people and his vision. Then an unexpected invading force from the Lyucu empire in the...
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Series
Swords and fire volume 3
Publisher
Orbit
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Formats
Description
While winter snows keep the Witch Lord Ruven's invading armies at bay, Lady Amalia Cornaro and the fire warlock Zaira attempt to change the fate of mages in the Raverran Empire forever, earning the enmity of those in power who will do anything to keep all magic under tight imperial control. But in the season of the Serene City's great masquerade, Ruven executes a devastating surprise strike at the heart of the Empire - and at everything Amalia holds...
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Series
Blood and Ash volume 4
Language
English
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Description
Casteel Da'Neer knows all too well that very few are as cunning or vicious as the Blood Queen, but no one, not even him, could've prepared for the staggering revelations. The magnitude of what the Blood Queen has done is almost unthinkable. Nothing will stop Poppy from freeing her King and destroying everything the Blood Crown stands for. With the strength of the Primal of Life's guards behind her, and the support of the wolven, Poppy must convince...
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Series
Queen of the Tearling volume 3
Language
English
Description
As Kelsea Glynn came into her own as the Queen of the Tearling, the headstrong, visionary leader has also transformed her realm. In her quest to end corruption and restore justice, she has made many enemies-- including the evil Red Queen, her fiercest rival, who has set her armies against the Tear. To protect her people from a devastating invasion, Kelsea gave herself and her magical sapphires to her enemy, and named the Mace, the trusted head of...
57) The war within
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Series
Great god's war volume 2
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Formats
Description
Twenty years ago, Prince Bifalt of Belleger saved his kingdom by discovering the Last Repository, the sorcerous library that turned the tide of war and allied the kingdoms of Belleger and Amika. Connected by marriage to now-Queen Estie, King Bifalt has spent these two decades in a tenuous peace and slow return to prosperity. But vows seem to be the only tie between Bifalt and Estie, as there has been no real emotional--or physical--consummation of...
58) Nona the ninth
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Her city is under siege. The zombies are coming back. And all Nona wants is a birthday party. In many ways, Nona is like other people. She lives with her family, has a job at her local school, and loves walks on the beach and meeting new dogs. But Nona's not like other people. Six months ago she woke up in a stranger's body, and she's afraid she might have to give it back. The whole city is falling to pieces. A monstrous blue sphere hangs on the...
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Series
Redwinter chronicles volume 2
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
As rebellious lords hunger for the power of the Crown, Raine, with the power of the Sixth Gate growing stronger inside her each day, must learn to control this magic she’s been given by a queen to whom she has promised more than she can afford to give.
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