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The Atlas Complex
The Atlas Complex marks the much-anticipated, heart-shattering conclusion in Olivie Blake's trilogy that began with the internationally bestselling dark academic phenomenon, The Atlas Six. Only the extraordinary are chosen. Only the cunning survive.An explosive return to the library leaves the six Alexandrians vulnerable to the lethal terms of their recruitment.
Old alliances quickly fracture as the initiates take opposing strategies as to how to deal with the deadly bargain they have so far failed to uphold. Those who remain with the archives wrestle with the ethics of their astronomical abilities; elsewhere, an unlikely pair partner to influence politics on a global stage. And still the outside world mobilizes to destroy them – while the Caretaker himself, Atlas Blakely, may yet succeed with a plan foreseen to have world-ending stakes.
It’s a race to survive as the six Society recruits are faced with the question of what they're willing to betray for limitless power – and who will be destroyed along the way. Discover the stunning finale to The Atlas Six trilogy that readers have been blown away by...
Roboti úsvitu
Pokračovanie nadčasovej série majstra sci-fi, ktorý zadefinoval tri zákony robotiky
Nadčasová séria Isaaca Asimova o robotoch, od ikonickej poviedkovej zbierky Ja, Robot až po štyri, dnes už za klasiku považované romány, obsahuje najvplyvnejšie myšlienky moderného sci-fi. Asimov zadefinoval tri zákony robotiky, ktoré dodnes ovplyvňujú pohľad na prítomnosť i budúcnosť umelej inteligencie.
Detektív Eliáš Baley sa pri riešení svojho najnovšieho prípadu dostáva so svojím robotickým partnerom R. Daneelom Olivawom na Auroru, najväčší z vesmíranských svetov. Hlavným podozrivým z vraždy robota, Daneelovho dvojníka, je nadaný robotik a politik, doktor Han Fastolfe. Ten mal prostriedky, motív aj príležitosť na spáchanie zločinu, no Baley a Daneel musia dokázať jeho nevinu. Baley sa totiž zo všetkých síl snaží presadiť obnovenie prerušenej kolonizácie Galaxie ľuďmi. A Fastolfe je jedným z mála Vesmíranov, ktorí podporujú myšlienku, aby sa novej kolonizácie mohla zúčastniť aj Zem. Uvedomuje si totiž, že vesmíranské svety stagnujú a len nová expanzia umožní ľudstvu ďalší rozvoj.
Sunbringer - The Fallen Gods Trilogy 2
The thrilling epic fantasy sequel to No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller, GODKILLER. THE INSTANT NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER! War is coming, godkiller.
The gods are stirring, whispering of war. Godkiller Kissen sacrificed herself to save her friends. But gods cannot be destroyed so easily – and neither can godkillers.
Young noble Inara and her little god of white lies, Skedi, seek answers to the nature of their bond. But secrets they uncover could determine the outcome of the war. Meanwhile, Elogast has been charged with destroying King Arren, the man he once called friend, who has now entered into an unholy pact with the most dangerous of them all.
Immortal
To win the God of War’s favour was wise – to fall in love with him would ruin me ''Lush, deeply romantic, and endlessly enchanting. Sue Lynn Tan is a master of both fable-like whimsy and epic, sweeping adventure''—Ava Reid, #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of A Study in Drowning''Treacherously beautiful and dazzlingly romantic. This book will steal your breath and your heart!''—Stephanie Garber, Sunday Times bestselling author of Once Upon A Broken HeartA deadly betrayal… When Liyen ascends the throne of Tianxia she vows to end her kingdom''s obligation to the fickle immortals who once protected them.A dangerous alliance…She must learn their secrets to protect her people, but to do this she will have to forge a tenuous alliance with the one she should fear and mistrust the most: the ruthless God of War.A fight for survival…A treacherous attraction ignites. But dark forces are closing in and to save her people from an unspeakable fate, Liyen must risk everything…even her heart.
Shigidi and the Brass Head of Obalufon
The Nommo Award Winner.The Nebula Award Finalist.The World Fantasy Award Finalist.The British Science Fiction Award Nominee.A contemporary fantasy filled with the mythos of Nigeria.Shigidi is the god of nightmares.Once a feared and powerful member of the Yoruba spirit world, these days he haunts people for scraps of power, which he must give up to the executives of the Orisha Spirit Company.Nneoma is a deadly succubus.Fierce, independent and unpredictable, she''s not afraid to take dangerous risks to free herself from the mistakes of her past.Two soulmates. One bid for freedom.To gain the independence they both desire, the two of them are about to embark on a heist that spans both the real world and the spiritual world. But they''ll find far more than they bargained for in the depths of the British Museum . . .A supernatural adventure novel rich in Nigerian mythology, and an eviscerating examination of cultural theft in the real world. This is perfect for fans of P. Djeli Clark, Nnedi Okorafor and Ben Aaronovitch.
Ice
Ice will soon cover the entire globe. As the glacial tide creeps forward, society breaks down. Hurtling through the frozen chaos is a nameless narrator, seeking the white-haired girl he once loved, desperate to rescue her - or perhaps to annihilate her. Through nightmarish, ever-shifting scenes, she flees him and his powerful enemy, the Warden. But none of them can outrun the ice.
Anna Kavan's masterwork is an apocalyptic vision of environmental devastation and possessive violence, rendered in unforgettable, propulsive, hallucinatory prose.
Part of the Pushkin Press Classics series: timeless storytelling by icons of literature, hand-picked from around the globe.
The House of Frost and Feathers
??????THE WORLD TEETERS ON THE EDGE OF ETERNAL SLUMBER . . .??????''A DARK ENCHANTMENT . . . WILL SWEEP YOU AWAY LIKE A CHICKEN-LEGGED HOUSE ON SKIS'' M.A. KUZNIARMarisha''s time is running out. She''s already lost her family to the sleeping plague, and she fears she''ll be next. Penniless and desperate for protection, Marisha is forced to accept a job as apprentice to the notorious koldunya, Baba Zima.Despite Baba Zima''s reputation for cruelty, Marisha finds herself drawn into the magical world of koldunry, and is thrust into looking for a cure to the plague - if Marisha finds it, she will finally be free.As the search grows increasingly dangerous and seemingly impossible, Marisha uncovers hidden connections between the sleeping plague, her own family''s history, and her haunting dreams: of a masked ball where sleepers are trapped endlessly dancing - and a monstrous beaked man who shadows her every step . . .Includes: ?A magical masked ball ???Slavic folklore ???A Baba Yaga reimagining ???A house on chicken legs ???Childhood enemies . . . to lovers ??⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐READERS LOVE THE HOUSE OF FROST AND FEATHERS⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Okay but I devoured this? It was a great winter read, really reminded me a lot of Naomi Novik''s work in the best way'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Deliciously dark, bold, and vivid . . . an imaginative tale of hope, fear, obsession, and found family filled with stunning imagery and beautiful prose'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''I loved this- it felt like reading Howl''s Moving Castle mixed with Russian fairy tales'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''This book was a delight for someone who is a fan of the Baba Yaga folk story'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''For those new to this folklore, it''s a rich introduction, opening a window into a fascinating culture.'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐AUTHORS LOVE THE HOUSE OF FROST AND FEATHERS''Sweeping and lyrical, rich with folk magic, House of Frost and Feathers is an otherwordly dream of a read'' JULES ARBEAUX''A dark enchantment with a beautiful heart. Its narrative spell is rich and poignant and will sweep you away like a chicken-legged house on skis'' M.A. KUZNIAR''An enchanting Slavic fairytale of dark whimsy, magic, and a touch of romance. Perfect for a cold winter''s night'' GEORGIA SUMMERS''A sweeping debut that shimmers with romance and folklore. Marisha is a hardy heroine with much heart, and her journey is a lyrically layered fantasy that enchants from the first page'' ELIZABETH LIM
Kavithri
An action-packed South Asian epic fantasy featuring necromancers, jinn, and one seriously fearless heroine...Meet Kavithri. Outcast. Underdog. Survivor.Kavi is a Taemu. Her people, once feared berserkers and the spearhead of a continent-spanning invasion, are the dregs of Raayan society. Their spirits crushed. Their swords broken. Their history erased.But Kavi has a dream and a plan. She will do whatever it takes to earn a place at the secretive mage academy, face the Jinn within its walls, and gain the power to rise above her station and drag her people out of the darkness.Except power and knowledge come at a cost, and the world no longer needs a Taemu who can fight. So they will break her. Beat her down to her knees. And make her bleed.But if blood is what they want, Kavi will give them blood. She will give them violence. She will show them a berserker''s fury.And she will make them remember her name.An action-packed and empowering South Asian fantasy epic. An underdog story like no other - Kavithri will remind you of fantasy heroes like Arya Stark and Gideon the Ninth.
The Falconer
Rediscover the magic of The Falconer Trilogy - now reimagined for adult romantasy fans with new spicy content!
Hunt the fae. Cage the monsters. Guard the prison.
Aileana Kameron is no ordinary Victorian debutante. By day, she navigates the glittering society of 1844 Edinburgh. By night, she battles the deadly fae that threaten humanity. For centuries, her family has upheld a sacred duty: ensuring the ancient, magical prison beneath the city stays sealed.
But cracks are forming in the barrier. The monsters she once hunted now hunt her, and the fate of the world teeters on the edge. To stand a chance, Aileana must turn to Kiaran MacKay, a breathtakingly dangerous fae assassin whose dark past hides secrets as sharp as his blades.
Their alliance is as treacherous as it is intoxicating. Passion ignites between them, as fiery as the battles raging in Edinburgh's streets. But every choice comes with a cost, and as the death toll rises, Aileana is forced to confront a harrowing question:
How far is she willing to go to save her city, her loved ones - and herself?
Because if she fails, the fae will break free. And once they do, nothing will stop their vengeance.
The Legend of Meneka
A spicy romantasy steeped in Indian Mythology.Across the realms, celestial dancers known as apsaras are revered for their beauty, allure, and enchanting magic.But Meneka knows that is not all they are. They are weapons – warriors – seducing their targets for Lord Indra, the king of heaven, for his political gain.When a mortal’s growing powers threaten Lord Indra’s supremacy, Meneka seizes a rare opportunity and strikes a deal. If she can seduce this dangerous man, Indra will grant her what she most desires: her freedom.But upon meeting the mortal Kaushika, Meneka finds herself captivated, despite his power threatening to destroy everything she’s ever known. Can she overthrow the man who is, little by little, stealing her heart, or is he seducing her instead and to what en? s war looms in the skies, Meneka must choose between her duty to protect her home, and the man who is showing her what love can truly mean.
Iceborn: Book 2 of the Seaborn Cycle
In the thrilling sequel to Seaborn, the Windborn threaten war against the Fair Isles – and three women of the sea hatch daring plans to change their fates.Bela, the reluctant hero, journeys into the inhospitable Sea of Ice in search of the ancient portal that broke the world.Shae, the ship-less Bone Pirate, stands with a Windborn exile before an army of remorseless metal beings.And Alira, the huntress, faces the revelation of what the Bloodborn are, and the truth of their horrible magicks.In desperation, in determination, and in hope, every step they take reveals new secrets about their past – and new fears for their future.
The Grand Illusion - Section W 1
June 1940. As World War Two rages, Daphne Devine remains in London, performing each night as assistant to stage magician Jonty Trevelyan, aka the Grand Mystique.
Then the secret service call.
For, aware of Hitler’s belief in the occult, the war office has set up a hidden cohort to exploit this quirk in the enemy’s chain of command.
Daphne and Jonty find themselves far from the glitz and glamour of the theatre, deep inside the lower levels of Wormwood Scrubs prison. Here, they join secret ranks of occultists, surrealists, and other eccentrics co-opted to the war effort. There is one goal: to avert invasion on British shores.
Soon Daphne realises she must risk everything if there is any chance of saving her country
The Monsters We Are
A brand new trilogy from worldwide bestselling author Suzanne Wright, author of The Dark in You, continues. A seriously spicy fantasy romance perfect for fans of Sarah J Mass, Raven Kennedy and Scarlett Sinclair. Meet Wynter and Cain . . .''This wonderfully wicked lady never fails to deliver the absolute best always . . . I''m equal parts envious and in awe of her mind'' Netgalley review''Please Suzanne don''t ever stop writing'' Netgalley review---What readers are saying about Suzanne Wright:''The chemistry sizzles off the page'' Netgalley review''Hot as hell . . . explosive'' Netgalley review''It''s been two minutes since my last fix and I need Suzanne Wright to give me more'' Edgy Reviews''No words to describe how much I ADORE this extraordinary and magical read!!!'' Gi''s Spot Reviews on Burn''Sarcastic banter, a sexy alpha demon and his smart-mouthed heroine, an intense, highly passionate romance . . . I devoured this book from start to finish!'' The Escapist Book Blog on Burn''Unique, original and very entertaining'' Ramblings from this Chick
Membrány
Novela Membrány, která stojí v čele souboru próz z devadesátých let, představuje ikonické dílo žánru science fiction. Setkala se s velkým ohlasem nejen na Tchaj-wanu, ale i v mnoha jiných zemích a její znepokojující vize budoucnosti v technicky vyspělé civilizaci nás nutí nově definovat člověka. Napínavé příběhy ukazují lidské vědomí i touhu po vztazích – a ve světě, kde se prolíná iluze se skutečností, zkoumají tělesné hranice člověka a světlé i temné proudy lidské mysli.
Bonded by Thorns – Tövisek hálójában
Éldekorált kiadás
Négy jóképű tündérherceg.
Egy esetlen könyvmoly.
Egy elvarázsolt völgy.
Egy szörnyű átok, amely megtörésre vár.
Rosalina mindig is szerette a varázslatos történeteket, de soha nem gondolta volna, hogy egyszer tényleg bekerül egy tündérmesébe, hiszen a valódi élete egyáltalán nem mesébe illő. Egy poros kisvárosban él, ahová soha nem sikerült beilleszkednie; egyetlen családtagja az apja, aki gyakran magára hagyja; a fiú pedig, aki sokat jelent számára, úgy gondolja, hogy a tulajdonaként kezelheti.
Amikor apja a tündérek elvarázsolt birodalmába téved, Rosalina tudja, hogy utána kell mennie, amikor pedig apja foglyul esik egy titokzatos kastélyban, elhatározza, mindent megtesz, hogy megmentse. Még a szabadságát is hajlandó elcserélni az övére. Arra azonban nem számít, hogy fogvatartói – a négy vonzó tündérherceg – éjszakánként szörnyűséges fenevadakká változnak.
Rosalina vissza akarja nyerni a szabadságát, ezért alkut köt velük. Ám ahogy egyre több időt tölt a kastélyban, minden megváltozik. Megtapasztal egy olyan érzést, amit korábban soha: végre tartozik valahová. És ahogy kezdi egyre jobban megismerni a tündérhercegeket, a fenevadak külseje mögött meglátja a lényükben rejtőző jóságot, sőt annál sokkal többet is.
A Tövisek hálójában egy túlfűtött újramesélése A szépség és a szörnyeteg történetének, amely egy varázslatos tündérbirodalomban játszódik, négy szörnyeteggel, tele szenvedéllyel és erotikával. Kizárólag felnőtt olvasóknak íródott.
The Hemlock Queen
In this epic sequel to the Sunday Times bestseller, The Foxglove King, the glittering and dangerous world of the Sainted King's royal court is forever changed by Prince Bastian's ascension to the throne - and the dark forces gathering beneath it.
The corrupt king August is dead. Prince Bastian has seized the throne and raised Lore to his right-hand side. Together they plan to cut out the rot from the heart of the royal court and help the people of Dellaire. But not everyone is happy with the changes. The nobles are sowing dissent and the Kirythean Empire is beating down their door. Even Prince Bastian has changed. No longer the hopeful, rakish, charismatic man Lore knows and loves, instead he's become reckless, domineering and cold.
With Bastian's coronation fast approaching and enemies whispering on all sides, Lore must figure out how to protect herself, her prince and her country before they all come crumbling down and whatever dark power has been creeping through the catacombs is unleashed.
Captain America: The Shield of Sam Wilson
The new Captain America has a big shield to carry. Is he up to the task? Find out in these subversive, exciting and uplifting short stories inspired by the Marvel comic book universe, written by celebrated Black authors.The new Captain America has a heavy shield to hold. As a Black man in America, Sam Wilson knows he has to be twice as good to get half as much credit. He must be a paragon of virtue for a nation that has mixed feelings towards him. In these thirteen brand-new stories, the all-new Captain America must thwart an insurrectionist plot, travel back in time, foil a racist conspiracy, and save the world over and over again.As the Falcon, Sam Wilson was the first African American super hero in mainstream comic books. Sam?s trials and tribulations reflect the struggles many Black Americans go through today, as Sam balances fighting supervillains and saving the world with the difficulties of being the first Black Captain America. This action-packed anthology inspired by the Marvel comic book universe, will see Sam team up with familiar friends like Steve Rogers, Redwing and Nomad, while fighting Hydra, Sabretooth, Kingpin, and other infamous villains.These are stories of death-defying courage, Black love and self-discovery. These are the stories of a super hero learning what it means to be a symbol.These are the stories of Sam Wilson.Featuring original stories by Maurice Broaddus, Jesse J. Holland, Gar Anthony Haywood, Nicole Givens Kurtz, Kyoko M., Sheree Renee Thomas, Gary Phillips, Danian Jerry, Gloria J. Browne Marshall, Glenn Parris, Christopher Chambers, Alex Simmons.
Those Fatal Flowers
Greco-Roman mythology and the mystery of the vanished Roanoke colony collide in this epic adventure filled with sapphic longing and female rage?a debut novel for fans of Madeline Miller, Jennifer Saint, and Natalie Haynes.Before, Scopuli. It has been centuries since Thelia made the mistake that cost her the woman she loved?Proserpina, the goddess of spring. As the handmaidens charged with protecting Proserpina when she was kidnapped, Thelia and her sisters are banished to the island of Scopuli and cursed to live as sirens?winged half-woman, half-bird creatures. In luring sailors to their deaths with an irresistible song, the sisters hope to gain favor from the gods who could free them. But then ships stop coming, and Thelia fears a fate worse than the Underworld. Just as time begins to run out, a voice emerges, Proserpina?s voice, and what she asks of Thelia will spark a dangerous quest for their freedom.Now, Roanoke. Thelia can?t bear to reflect on her last moments in Scopuli. After weeks drifting at sea alone, Thelia?s renewed human body?a result of her last devastating sacrifice on Scopuli?is close to death. Luckily, an unfamiliar island appears on the horizon: Roanoke. Posing as a princess arriving on a sailboat filled with riches, Thelia infiltrates the small English colony. It doesn?t take long for her to realize that this place is dangerous, especially for women. As she grows closer to a beautiful settler who mysteriously resembles her former love, Thelia formulates a plan to save her sisters and enact revenge on the violent men she?s come to despise. But is she willing to go back to Scopuli and face the consequences of her past decisions? And will Proserpina forgive her for all that she?s done?Told in alternating timelines, Those Fatal Flowers is a powerful, passionate, and wildly cathartic love letter to femininity and the monstrous power within us all.
Mother of Rome
A powerful and fierce reimagining of the founding of the Roman empire and the legend of Romulus and Remus-and the mother whose sacrifice made it all possible. Ideal for fans of Madeleine Miller, Jennifer Saint and Natalie Haynes.
A powerful and fierce reimagining of the earliest Roman legend: the twins, Romulus and Remus, mythical founders of history’s greatest empire, and the woman whose sacrifice made it all possible.
The names Romulus and Remus may be immortalized in map and stone and chronicle, but their mother exists only as a preface to her sons’ journey, the princess turned oath-breaking priestess, condemned to death alongside her children.
But she did not die; she survived. And so does her story.
Beautiful, royal, rich: Rhea has it all—until her father loses his kingdom in a treacherous coup, and she is sent to the order of the Vestal Virgins to ensure she will never produce an heir.
Except when mortals scheme, gods laugh.
Rhea becomes pregnant, and human society turns against her. Abandoned, ostracized, and facing the gravest punishment, Rhea forges a dangerous deal with the divine, one that will forever change the trajectory of her life…and her beloved land.
To save her sons and reclaim their birthright, Rhea must summon nature’s mightiest force—a mother’s love—and fight.
All roads may lead to Rome, but they began with Rhea Silvia.
Sci-fi žáner poznáme aj pod pojmom vedecko-fantastická literatúra, poprípade science fiction. V týchto dielach sa dostaneme do budúcnosti, pričom dej sa opiera o súčasnú vedu, techniku a o predpoklady jej ďalšieho vývoja. Medzi hlavné témy sci-fi patrí pokročilá veda a technológia, prieskum vesmíru, cestovanie v čase, paralelné vesmíry a mimozemský život. Sci-fi má pravdepodobne svoje korene v antickej mytológii. Súvisí s fantasy, hororom a fikciou o superhrdinoch. Sci-fi v literatúre, filme, televízii a iných médiách sa stala populárnou a vplyvnou vo veľkej časti sveta. Nazýva sa tiež „literatúra myšlienok“ a často skúma potenciálne dôsledky vedeckých, sociálnych a technologických inovácií.
Medzi najznámejších autorov sci-fi žánru patrí Isaac Asimov, Octavia E. Butler, Arthur C. Clarke, William Gibson, Herbert Frank, Robert A. Heinlein, Ray Bradbury, Margaret Atwoodová a Karel Čapek.
Fantasy literatúra sa zaoberá fiktívnymi svetmi, bytosťami a udalosťami Tento žáner obsahuje prvky nadprirodzena, mágie, mýtov, legend a imaginárnych bytostí, ako sú napríklad draci, víly, čarodejníci, orkovia a ďalší.
Fantasy literatúra vytvára bohaté a detailné fiktívne svety, ktoré sa líšia od realistického prostredia. Príbehy z tohto žánru sa často zameriavajú na hrdinské cesty, dobrodružstvá, boje medzi dobrom a zlom, epické konflikty a príbehy o nadprirodzených schopnostiach a magických predmetoch. Fantasy literatúra má dlhú a bohatú históriu, pričom mnohé jej klasické diela vznikli už v 19. a 20. storočí.
K najznámejším autorom fantasy pattrí J. R. R. Tolkien, autor kultového fantasy Pán prsteňov. Určite poznáte tiež J.K. Rowlingovú, ktorá vytvorila zázračný svet Harryho Pottera.ďalšími známymi autormi sú napríklad George R.R. Martin a jeho Pieseň ľadu a ohňa známejšia pod názvom sfilmovaného seriálu Hry o tróny, C.S. Lewis, ktorá napísal Kroniky Narnie, Terry Pratchett, Ursula K. Le Guin, či Robert Jordan.
