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Chronin Volume 1: The Knife at Your Back (Chronin #1)
by Benjamin A. WilgusBenjamin A. Wilgus's Chronin Volume 1: The Knife at Your Back: is an action-packed, time travel adventure--first in a graphic novel duology.Her name is Mirai Yoshida.She was not born in Japan.She is not supposed to be in 1864.But, through a time-travel mishap, Mirai is stuck with no way out. Help may be found when she befriends Hatsu, a humble tea mistress harboring a dangerous secret. Yet time is running short for the entire nation, because Mirai knows that the shogunate is about to fall. Learning the way of the sword might be her only path towards survival.“Lush historical setting, deft storytelling, and an ear for sharp dialogue.” — Ethan Young, Eisner and Harvey Award-nominated author of Nanjing: The Burning City“A fascinating, intricate story.” — Tony Cliff, author of Delilah Dirk seriesAt the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Chronin Volume 2: The Sword in Your Hand (Chronin #2)
by Benjamin A. WilgusSamurai Jack meets Back to the Future in Benjamin A. Wilgus’s Chronin Volume 2: The Sword in Your Hand, a thrilling conclusion to a time-bending graphic novel duology Japan's history will never be the same. The timeline has veered off course with the abrupt deaths of prominent players in the nation's past, influencers who were supposed to start the Meiji Restoration. Now Mirai Yoshida, former Japanese-American undergrad turned samurai on the lam, may never find her way back to where she belongs.Unless a high-stakes plan is enacted. With help from her newfound friends, Mirai must instigate a peasant uprising to correct the course of history. But in order to succeed, she faces a dangerous and powerful fellow time traveler, an enemy who accidentally glimpsed his country's destiny and didn't like what he saw.Chronin, Volume 2: The Sword in Your Hand concludes the adrenaline-fueled adventure that asks: when time is of the essence, is it more important to save yourself or the future?“Chronin is an affecting time-travel journey: heartfelt and immensely satisfying.” —Carey Pietsch, artist and co-adapter of the New York Times-bestselling The Adventure Zone graphic novels “Chronin is an elegantly rendered, insightfully layered time-travel adventure that creatively explores the complex tensions around identity, power, and constructions of history.” —John Jennings, artist of New York Times-bestselling Kindred: A Graphic Novel Adaptation Follow the story from the beginning in Chronin, Vol #1: The Knife at Your Back!At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Chrono Spasm
by James AxlerSURVIVAL INSTINCT Remnants of humanity have managed to regroup after a global nuclear showdown that decimated the planet. But life in Deathlands is a far cry from actual living. And the survivors must believe they'll find something better, because surrendering to the inhospitable forces of a nuked world means giving in to death. Or worse. HELL FREEZES OVER Fear and human depravity permeate the frigid air in a oncedynamic Alaskan city. Ryan Cawdor and his group of survivalists go on red alert the moment they set foot on the forbidding tundra, but regardless, they find themselves rounded up by cannibal coldhearts. The companions quickly discover there's a fate much worse than becoming food. Dangerous new experiments are taking place in a long-abandoned military base and, in the bitter heart of the frozen North, new horrors reach out to poison their hope for a better tomorrow.
Chronocules
by D. G. ComptonThe Penheniot Experimental Research Village was a top-secret community with an elaborate defence system to keep away prying eyes. Inside the walls men rushed ahead with practical experiments to develop a means of time travel, while outside the everyday world fell victim to more and more plagues, strikes and rioting.The world was on the brink of chaos. Could the small band of scientists and chrononauts at Penheniot Village find a safe method of escape into the future before the violence and death outside destroyed them too?
Chronocules (Gateway Essentials #48)
by D.G. ComptonThe Penheniot Experimental Research Village was a top-secret community with an elaborate defence system to keep away prying eyes. Inside the walls men rushed ahead with practical experiments to develop a means of time travel, while outside the everyday world fell victim to more and more plagues, strikes and rioting.The world was on the brink of chaos. Could the small band of scientists and chrononauts at Penheniot Village find a safe method of escape into the future before the violence and death outside destroyed them too?
Chronospace
by Allen SteeleWhen the crew of a 24th century time ship interferes with the transatlantic voyage of the Hindenburg, the fiery wreck never occurs-but something much worse happens...<P> A rift in chronospace.<P> And the creation of an alternate world-line.<P> Now, the crew is lost somewhere in time-in a parallel universe that they themselves somehow created. Where the repercussions of their mistake will be felt by every single human being.
Chrysalis
by David N. WilsonWhen the sensors of the "U. S. S. Voyager" detect abundant plant life on an unexplored planet, Captain Janeway leads an Away Team in search of fresh food supplies. They find lavish gardens inhabited by an enigmatic alien race that holds the gardens sacred. The fragrent blossoms are beautiful, enticing -- and far more dangerous than they appear. One by one, the Away Team begins to fall into deep comas from which they cannot be revived. Unwilling to spread the affliction to "Voyager," the Away Team is trapped on the planet until a cure can be found, but their investigation is perceived as desecration by the devout worshippers of the gardens. Pursued by a fanactical mob, slowly succumbing to the insidious effect of the blossoms, Janeway faces either a violent death -- or an endless sleep.
Chrysalis (Project Nemesis #3)
by Brendan ReichsThe stunning finale of the Project Nemesis trilogy from New York Times bestselling author Brendan Reichs.The 64 members of Fire Lake's sophomore class have managed to survive the first two phases of the Program--and each other. Now, they alone have emerged into the dawn of a new era on Earth, into a Fire Lake valley that's full of otherworldly dangers and challenges. Although staying alive in this broken world should force Min, Noah, Tack, and the others to form new alliances, old feuds die hard, and the brutality of the earlier Program phases cannot be forgotten. But being a team isn't easy for the sophomores, and when they discover that they may not be alone on the planet after all, they'll have to decide if they're going to work together . . . or die together.
Chrysalis (Star Trek: Voyager)
by David Niall WilsonWhen the sensors of the U.S.S. Voyager detect abundant plant life on an unexplored planet, Captain Janeway leads an Away Team in search of fresh food supplies. They find lavish gardens inhabited by an enigmatic alien race that holds the gardens sacred. The fragrent blossoms are beautiful, enticing -- and far more dangerous than they appear. One by one, the Away Team begins to fall into deep comas from which they cannot be revived. Unwilling to spread the affliction to Voyager, the Away Team is trapped on the planet until a cure can be found, but their investigation is perceived as desecration by the devout worshippers of the gardens. Pursued by a fanactical mob, slowly succumbing to the insidious effect of the blossoms, Janeway faces either a violent death -- or an endless sleep.
Chrysalis 1
by Roy TorgesonThis is an original collection of short science fiction and fantasy stories including: Discovery of the Ghooric Zone--March 15,2337 by Richard A. Lupoff; The Magnificent Conspiracy by Spider Robinson; Allies by Chelsea Quinn Yarbro; The Curandeiro by Thomas F. Monteleone; Harry's Note by Theodore Sturgeon; Mindseye and The Man Who Was Pregnant by Elizabeth A. Lynn; The Dark of Legends, the Light of Lies by Charles L. Grant; How's the Night Life on Cissalda?
Chrysalis 2
by Roy TorgesonThis is an anthology of original science fiction and fantasy stories including: Don't Look at Me by Elizabeth A Lynn, Quiz Ship Loose by R. A. Lafferty, Where is Next Door? by Mildred Downey Broxon, The Bulldog Nutcracker by Robert Thurston, One More Song Before I Go by Craig Gardner, Just in the Niche of Time by Thomas F. Monteleone, Dragon Story by Alan Ryan, The Devil's Hop Yard by Richard A. Lupoff, EMMA by Evelyn Lief, Canary Bird by Katherine Maclean, Caught in the Crossfire by David Drake, Eclipse of the Son by Jayne Tannehill, The last Rise of Nick Adams by Philip Jose Farmer, The Works of His Hand, Made Manifest by Karren G. Jollie, with book and story introductions by Theodore Sturgeon. Some sex and violence.
Chrysalis Cage
by Becky BlackFreedom fighter Jarrett Blake’s escaping from prison after months of torture and solitary confinement, but his bid for freedom ends when his stolen ship crashes into a remote moon. He wakes to find himself with two broken legs and helpless in the care of Marc Satie, a technician stationed alone at an isolated monitoring station. Marc saved Jarrett’s life, but was it an act of mercy or does he want to claim the reward on Jarrett’s head? It’s a big reward -- as Jarrett’s the galaxy’s most wanted terrorist.Jarrett gradually recovers under Marc’s care and seduces him, hoping Marc will never turn his lover over to the authorities. As time passes. Jarrett begins to think of it as more than a seduction. Marc is beautiful, gentle and kind and Jarrett’s had none of those things in his life for a long time.But Marc has a secret and the exposure of it will show Jarrett he’s been in more danger than he ever realized. Marc is not the man Jarrett thought he was. After the truth comes out, Marc proposes a daring plan. If it succeeds they can walk away together as free men. But they have very different ideas about where they’re walking to.
Chrysalis Corporation (Chrysalis Corporation #1)
by T. A. VenedicktovChrysalis Corporation: Book OneTogether, they can change the rules of the galaxy and the definition of humanity. When Damion Hawk is offered an opportunity to escape the destitute life of a miner on Mars and become an elite Alpha Fighter pilot, he jumps at the chance. Within the Chrysalis Corporation, Damion must learn to work with his Core--a man with computerized implants, no human emotions--and no rights. But unlike other Fighters, Damion can't treat Core 47 as a tool. He sees 47 as more than a machine, and he'll take deadly risks to help 47 find the humanity inside him. Fighters and Cores are designed to work together and enhance each other's strengths in defense of their employer. Damion and 47 will need each other's support as suspicions about the all-powerful Chrysalis Corporation arise. Someone wants Damion and 47 gone, and they need to find out who and why while hiding 47's growing emotions and the love forming between them. If they can succeed, they might save not only themselves, but all Cores enslaved by the Corporation.
Chrysalis: A Thriller (Jeremy Logan Series #6)
by Lincoln ChildA blockbuster new thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author Lincoln Child, centered on a dominant tech company—Chrysalis—whose groundbreaking virtual reality technology is redefining the way we live . . . and possibly introducing a catastrophic danger to the world.Like millions of people around the world, Jeremy Logan (famed enigmalogist, or investigator of unexplained things) has grown to rely on his incredible new tech device. Made by Chrysalis, the global multibillion dollar tech company, the small optical device connects people in a stunning new way, tapping into virtual reality for the first time on a wide scale. And yet, when Logan is summoned by Chrysalis to investigate a disturbing anomaly in the massive new product rollout, Logan is shocked to see the true scope of the massive company. He also quickly realizes that something in Chrysalis&’s technology is very wrong, and could be potentially devastating. The question is what, and where, is the danger coming from? In Lincoln Child&’s wildly inventive new novel, high tech comes to life alongside the myriad dangers it poses, making for one of Child&’s most infectious, entertaining thrillers to date.
Chthon (Aton Ser.)
by Piers AnthonyA Nebula and Hugo Award Finalist: The first novel by the New York Times–bestselling author of the Xanth series.Chthon was Piers Anthony&’s first published novel in 1967, written over the course of seven years. He started it when he was in the US Army, so it has a long prison sequence that is reminiscent of that experience, being dark and grim. It features Aton Five, a space man who commits the crime of falling in love with the dangerous, alluring Minionette and is therefore condemned to death in the subterranean prison of Chthon. It uses flashbacks to show how he came to know the Minionette, and flash-forwards to show how he dealt with her after his escape from prison. The author regards this as perhaps the most intricately structured novel the science fantasy genre has seen.
Chuffed (Finnshifters Ser. #1)
by Tia FieldingMikael Jarvela may only be a half shifter, but that doesn’t mean he can’t be alpha of the eastern Finland farm-turned-sanctuary his father founded. Six wolves, a red fox, a black jaguar, and a lynx all think of him as the head of the family. But Mikael doesn’t have anyone to call his own until he comes across an injured Siberian tiger in the woods.From the moment the newcomer recovers and Mikael and Maxim meet face to human face, the attraction between them is undeniable. They strike up a tentative relationship, but they’re both proud men, and their egos keep getting in the way.Just when it looks like their romance is doomed, an outside threat to the farm family -- to Mikael -- forces Maxim to choose between the life of solitude he knows and the love and companionship that could be his if he stays.
Chugg and the Fairies
by Eugie FosterOne night, Chugg and his sister, Penelope, are going to bed when a group of fairies comes out of a toy ship. The queen fairy would like to take Chugg away to be her consort. Penelope must find a way to stop her or she will never see her brother again! Will Chugg’s love for trains be able to help?
ChupaCarter (ChupaCarter #1)
by George Lopez Ryan CalejoWith his signature laugh-out-loud humor, world-famous comedian George Lopez launches a fantastical middle grade series inspired by his own colorful childhood and Latinx folklore. In this illustrated contemporary fantasy, twelve-year-old Jorge is lonely and resentful after being sent to live with his grandparents. His first day at his new school doesn&’t go well after catching the attention of his belligerent principal and the school bullies, so Jorge might be a little desperate for a friend. But the only kid who shares his interest in junk food and games turns out to be a young chupacabra—a legendary monster whose kind is known for being bloodthirsty livestock killers. The truth is, Carter is anything but savage—he's kind, a good listener, and has great taste in sneakers. Being friends with a mythical creature should be amazing, but when local cattle turn up dead and his principal suspects the truth, Jorge is torn. Should he trust that his friend is innocent and protect him from exposure, or reveal his dangerous existence and change the world forever?
ChupaCarter and the Curse of La Llorona (ChupaCarter)
by George Lopez Ryan CalejoIn this latest installment of entertainer George Lopez's books for children, Jorge and his chupacabra friend Carter investigate a terrifying appartition from Mexican folklore who is causing a rash of alarming disappearances . . . including Jorge's father!When a legendary monster called a chupacabra asks you for a favor, it's hard to say no!Jorge knew there were other chupacabras besides his pal Carter out there, but he'd never seen any until one named Pepe arrives pleading for their help. A mysterious weeping phantom called La Llorona, known for generations as a child-snatcher, has been haunting the area where Pepe and his family live. She's responsible for the sudden rash of missing grown-ups, including the chupacabras' trusted friend!But solving the mystery would mean secretly traveling from Jorge's grandparents' place in New Mexico to his hometown of Los Angeles, along with his loyal buddies Liza and Ernie. It's a bad idea and Jorge would get into HUGE trouble if he was discovered. But also . . . his mom is in LA and he would give anything to see her again.The young detectives embark on their riskiest adventure yet, unearthing clues that point to an elaborate scheme of vengeance. But is La Llorona real? And will her next victim be Jorge himself?
ChupaCarter and the Haunted Piñata (ChupaCarter #2)
by George Lopez Ryan CalejoIn this hilarious follow-up to ChupaCarter, world-famous entertainer George Lopez delivers a spooky tale of mystery, revenge, and friendship starring 12-year-old Jorge and Carter, the fearsome but friendly Chupacabra!Inspired by his own childhood and packed with clever illustrations, George Lopez's sequel to ChupaCarter sees Jorge finally feeling at home in his new town, thanks to his awesome friends Liza and Ernie—and especially Carter, the chupacabra. New kid Jorge is shocked to learn that his beastly friend Carter isn't the only legendary creature in Boca falls. Every few years, the town is terrorized by a haunted . . . piñata? Rumor has it that the petrifying party decoration floats around setting eerie fires to avenge a long-ago betrayal. Jorge can't help but laugh, until a rash of green fires forces the townspeople to consider moving away, including the parents of his pals Ernie and Liza! With Carter at their side, the three friends are in a race against time to catch the real culprit before they're separated forever . . . or the whole town is set aflame. Which will come first?
ChupaCarter and the Screaming Sombrero (ChupaCarter #3)
by George Lopez Ryan CalejoGeorge Lopez does it again in his next laugh-out-loud ChupaCarter adventure! Jorge and his chupacabra chum Carter are hot on the trail of the legendary El Dorado gold . . . but so are some wicked treasure hunters who will stop at nothing to find it!A cursed Aztec dagger. A five-hundred-year-old witch's riddle. And a . . . screaming sombrero? These are the ancient artifacts that mysteriously hold the answer to the location of the priceless El Dorado treasure hidden in New Mexico—not far from where Jorge and Carter live. When their friend Ernie's dad is accused of stealing the artifacts, it's a race against time to clear his name. They find help from the unlikeliest—and loudest—source they've ever met: a sombrero that SCREAMS! Together with brainy Liza, the oddball heroes discover the real culprits are a devilish ring of thieves who are after El Dorado's treasure. The pals lay a cunning trap to make the thieves confess, but they realize too late that they're the ones being trapped . . . and there's no one left to save them!
Churro and the Magician
by Gastón CabaA mischievous bunny accidentally unleashes magic on the town after discovering a magician&’s wand in this vibrant and humorous wordless picture book with graphic–novel panels. Perfect for fans of Narwhal and Jelly. Churro is a bunny with a big imagination. And sometimes, it gets Churro in trouble. After missing the school bus one day, Churro discovers a magic wand that a magician left behind. Now Churro's bad day just got a little more fun. But not for everyone in town! With the help of new friends, Churro must learn to use creativity and the magician's wand to help fix the town's magical new problems. Filled with colorful illustrations and featuring the hilarious adventure of a fun-loving bunny with one wild imagination, this wordless picture book with graphic–novel panels will have readers laughing out loud and writing their own version of events as they join Churro on a journey to save the town.
Chá Real
by W. J. May Ju PinheiroO muito aguardado Livro 4 nas Crônicas de Kerrigan. A Rainha da Inglaterra solicitou a ajuda do Conselho Particular. Alguém está tentando matar a noiva do seu filho. Sua Alteza Real, o Príncipe, planeja se casar com uma plebeia e sua noiva tem um segredo que ninguém conhece além do Conselho Particular. Ela tem uma tatù. Quando o Conselho Particular se volta para Rae por ajuda, ela não pode dizer não nem mesmo quando eles fazem de Devon seu parceiro para esta tarefa. Eles devem posar como um casal e trabalhar disfarçados, como guardas-costas, para proteger a futura Princesa de Gales. Rae preferia estar em qualquer outro lugar menos com Devon já que ela acredita que sua mãe esteja viva, apesar das garantias do Conselho Particular em contrário. A questão é: como Rae pode encontrar prova de vida para sua mãe, chegar a um acordo sobre seus sentimentos por Devon e conseguir salvar a Princesa enquanto vestida para o chá? Quando o enigma, os segredos e os esqueletos no armário começam a ser expostos, pode Rae lidar com a verdade?
Ciara's Song (Witch World: Estcarp Cycle #9)
by Andre Norton Lyn McconchieThe wonders and adventures of Andre Norton's "Witch World" saga have thrilled millions. Now comes a new chronicle about the hidden realms of the Witch World.<P>Ciara of Elmsgarth is only a small girl when the edict is issued by the Duke of Kars: KILL ALL WITH WITCH BLOOD, AND TAKE ALL THEY OWN.<P>A greedy mob murders her family, but Ciara is protected by the powerful Lord Tarnoor and his son, Trovagh. Safe in the isolated, siege-proof citadel of Aiskeep, Ciara and Trovagh grow, marry, and raise children.<P>Then the folly that grips Karsten worsens. Bigotry and corruption lead to crime, civil strife, war, and poverty -- and the rise of an evil sorcerer, a black mage on a vendetta to destroy all Ciara has, and everyone she holds dear.