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Makuta's Revenge (Bionicle Chronicles #3)
by Catherine HapkaThe Toa have triumphed over the Bohrok hordes. They have battled the mighty Makuta. It should be a time of great joy and celebration. And yet the land of Mata Nui remains shrouded in darkness.
Mal Goes to War: A Novel
by Edward AshtonThe humans are fighting again. Go figure.As a free A.I., Mal finds the war between the modded and augmented Federals and the puritanical Humanists about as interesting as a battle between rival anthills. He’s not above scouting the battlefield for salvage, though, and when the Humanists abruptly cut off access to infospace he finds himself trapped in the body of a cyborg mercenary, and responsible for the safety of the modded girl she died protecting.A dark comedy wrapped in a techno thriller’s skin, Mal Goes to War provides a satirical take on war, artificial intelligence, and what it really means to be human.
Malachi and I
by J. J. McavoyA Contemporary Mystical RomanceWhat if I told you the greatest love stories ever told—Cleopatra and Mark Antony, Salim and Anarkali, Romeo and Juliet and so many more—are far greater tragedies than anyone has ever realized?What if I told you that you haven’t been reading a new story… just a new chapter in one epic saga?If I told you…all of those lovers…were actually the same two souls seeking their happily ever after over and over again, would you believe me?Would you believe them?Born again,Love again,Part again,Was their curse.In this modern era, will they find eternal love or will they be doomed to repeat the cycle forever?
Malacqua: Four Days of Rain in the City of Naples, Waiting for the Occurrence of an Extraordinary Event
by Shaun Whiteside Nicola PuglieseFour days of rain trigger strange events across Naples: ghostly voices are heard and musical coins appear. As a journalist searches for meaning, we follow those enduring the floods. This portrait of a much-mythologized city captivated Italy when it was first published in 1977. Withdrawn at the author's request until his death in 2012, this is its first English publication.
Malafrena
by Ursula K. Le Guin'Her worlds have a magic sheen ... She is unique. She is legend' THE TIMES'Le Guin is a writer of phenomenal power' OBSERVERAmong the less-travelled mountains and plains of Central Europe, a little east of Austria perhaps and north of Slovenia, lies the old kingdom of Orsinia. A land of forests and quiet farmlands and towns, with its capital city Krasnoy on the broad Molsen River, Orsinia has always found itself, like all the countries of Europe, subject to forces beyond its borders. Val Malafrena is an estate in the rural western provinces of Orsinia, far removed from the engines of European politics and content for it to remain so. When Itale Sorde, the idealistic young heir to Val Malafrena, leaves his family home to venture to the bustling capital city of Krasnoy, it is therefore very much against his father's wishes. Sorde's intention is to work as a journalist, but he will soon find himself moving from reporter on the great events of the day to active participant in the rising tide of revolution that seems destined to sweep the continent.
Malarkoi: Cities of the Weft, Book 2 (Cities of the Weft #2)
by Alex PhebyNathan Treeves is dead, murdered by the Master of Mordew, his remains used to create the powerful occult weapon known as the Tinderbox.His companions are scattered, making for Malarkoi, the city of the Mistress, the Master’s enemy. They are hoping to find welcome there, or at least safety. They find neither – and instead become embroiled in a life and death struggle against assassins, demi-gods, and the cunning plans of the Mistress.Only Sirius, Nathan’s faithful magical dog, has not forgotten the boy. Bent on revenge, he returns to the shattered remains of Mordew – only to find the city morphed into an impossible mountain, swarming with monsters.The stage is set for battle, sacrifice, magic and treachery in the stunning sequel to Mordew. Welcome to Malarkoi.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Malas Especies
by T. D. ClareMalas especies es una novela de genero cruzado, parte ciencie ficcion, parte horror. Es a veces violento,inquietante y a veces bella y cautivadora. Es una historia contada en formato de diario, de un grupo de humanos que se encuentran en un aspero y nuevo mundo, sufriendo experimentos, forzados a criar familia, y torturados. Frecuentemente se les prohibe todo contacto humano, o a comunicarse entre ellos. Cada personaje intenta sobrevivir a su propia manera, batallando con sus cuerpos, pensamientos y memorias.
Malcolm's Honor
by Jillian HartA traitorous bride!Malcolm le Farouche felt his blood race at the thought. Yet, was rage or passion the reason? He knew only that though Elinore of Evenbough would share his bed by royal command, the warrior-trained beauty was not to be trusted…with his life or his heart!Le Farouche—"the Fierce." The epithet added luster to Sir Malcolm's dark reputation as the greatest knight in the land. But how would Elinore refute his deep suspicions of an alliance with her treacherous father For her soul called out that this man was her true mate born!
Maldad en el alma
by Claudia MelandriUna existencia es digna de ser vivida si se vive intensamente. Sin embargo, el dolor, la muerte y la desesperación forman parte de este juego inevitable, pero todo se puede afrontar si tienes a alguien a tu lado que haga la vida más llevadera. Ese alguien que, con tal de mantenerlo contigo, estarías dispuesto a cualquier cosa, incluso a arrancarte del pecho esa alma a la que estamos tan malditamente apegados. Sean había entendido lo que sería de su destino desde el momento en que la conoció, solo Sara podía encadenar a la bestia que llevaba dentro, trayéndolo de vuelta a la conciencia de que él era y seguía siendo un ser humano y, como tal, debía tener un fragmento de aquel amor que recibes como regalo al nacer y que te acompaña por el resto de tu vida, haciendo que hasta el solo respirar sea magnifico.
Maldiciones y mitos
by Rick RiordanNUEVAS HISTORIAS DE LOS HÉROES MÍTICOS POR RICK RIORDAN, AUTOR NÚMERO UNO. MITOS. MALDICIONES. CADA HISTORIA TIENE UN SECRETO POR DESCUBRIR ¿TE ATREVES A LEERLAS? «Espero que disfrutes de tu viaje a través de la mansión del multiverso tanto como yo lo hice. Pero el verdadero peligro es que, una vez comiences a explorar todas las maravillas que contiene, querrás quedarte para siempre».Rick Riordan Un monstruo de las cavernas. Un demonio abandonado. Un fantasma que quiere borrar la historia. Un comandante asesino. Estos son solo algunos de los desafíos a los que se enfrentan los héroes de estas historias. ¿Hasta dónde estás dispuesto a llegar?
Maldición (Libro 1 de la Trilogía Wexkia)
by Dale Furse Raquel HidalgoNell es una joven australiana que está apunto de cumplir diecisiete años. Lleva una vida normal, junto a su padre, su mejor amigo, Sam, y su familia. Sin embargo, pronto descubrirá que crecer supone muchos más cambios de los que esperaba, y se embarcará en una increíble aventura en busca de respuestas que la llevará a conocer personas, mundos y secretos inimaginables.
Maldición Ininterrumpida
by Erika M SzaboNovela de suspenso sobre historia alternativa . Una maldición de malos actos incita una cadena ininterrumpida de maldad. Una poderosa maldición lanzada hace mil seiscientos años destruyó la vida de sus ancestros durante siglos. Si no se rompe, la maldición también arruinará las vidas de las generaciones futuras. La vida de Jayden está en peligro. Cuando encuentra un libro de cuero crudo en la habitación secreta de su abuela que fue escrito en 426 por un chaman, su hermana, Sofía, descifra las antiguas runas. Aprenden sobre su maldición familiar y comienzan a surgir oscuros recuerdos de su infancia. ¿Es posible romper la antigua maldición y salvar a Jayden?
Maldición de amor
by Jacquie DalessandroPhilip Whitmore, vizconde de Greybourne, ha sobrevivido a tormentas de arena, ha desenterrado tesoros ocultos de antiguas civilizaciones y ha vencido a múltiples y peligrosos ladrones de tumbas. Pero una extraña maldición pesa sobre él: no es capaz de encontrar a una mujer que quiera casarse con él. Es como si todo su encanto, su título y su fortuna desaparecieran ante el altar. Tras el último fiasco, Philip recurre a la hermosa Meredith Chilton-Grizedale para encargarle la difícil tarea de encontrar la esposa perfecta. Pero desde el momento en que conoce al misterioso vizconde, Meredith se enamora perdidamente de él y, a pesar de la maldición y a riesgo de su vida, decidirá dar rienda suelta a una pasión que podría conducirla a la locura...
Maldición del Hacha Negra
by D. P. Prior Marco Andana"Este libro, la segunda parte de las Leyendas del Enano Sin Nombre, fue uno que me costó mucho dejar de lado... en esta novela había demasiados momentos geniales que avivaron mi imaginación en esta novela". -- Ray Nicholson (Crítico Top 1000 de Amazon). "D.P. Prior continúa superando mis expectativas". -- Frederick H. "Prior le da vida a sus personajes nuevamente y le brinda al lector un festín lleno de fantasía épica y profunda para que saboree". -- @DahgMahn. "Crudo, tenso y brutalmente trágico. Su narración es de alta calidad y tiene unos personajes grandiosos y una trama implacable". -- Mitchell Hogan, autor de Un crisol de almas y ganador del Aurealis Award. “Un enano sin nombre es un enano que vive en la vergüenza” Mientras que las tierras sobre la ciudad del barranco, Arx Gravis, enfrentan su peligro más grande, la última esperanza de la creación recae en un enano con un pasado horripilante: El enano sin nombre, un paria, intocable, el tipo de enano más maldito que existe. Pero un mundo plagado por el engaño, donde ninguna acción está libre de riesgo, el camino a la salvación está oscurecido con augurios de sangre.
Maledicte
by Lane RobinsFrom a dazzling new voice in fantasy comes a mesmerizing tale of treachery, passion, intrigue, betrayal, and an act of pure vengeance that threatens to bring down a kingdom. Seething with decadent appetites unchecked by law or gods, the court of Antyre is ruled by the last of a dissolute aristocracy. But now to the kingdom comes a handsome, enigmatic nobleman, Maledicte, whose perfect manners, enchanting charisma, and brilliant swordplay entice the most jaded tastes.
Malediction
by Sally SpeddingRomance and noir thriller set in France during the European Year Against Racism: 1997 A group of neo-Nazis infiltrate the Catholic Church ranging from lowly priests to Archbishops. While carrying out their religious duties as upright representatives of the Church, they scheme in organising an earth-shattering terrorist attack. Meanwhile, one of their members is in love with a lady... This is a stunning book with vivid characters and a gripping story.
Malefactor (War with No Name #3)
by Robert RepinoRobert Repino concludes the War with No Name series in an explosive final novel. Over a decade has passed since the ant queen began her apocalyptic war with the humans. In the aftermath, she leaves behind a strange legacy: a race of uplifted animals, the queen&’s conscripts in the war effort, now trying to make their way in the world they destroyed. While the conflict has left deep scars, it has also allowed both sides to demonstrate feats of courage and compassion that were never possible before. And now, after years of bloodshed, the survivors have a fleeting chance to build a lasting peace. But peace always comes with a price. The holy city of Hosanna—where animals and humans form a joint government—finds itself surrounded by wolves who are determined to retake the land. A powerful matriarch has united the rival wolf packs, using a terrible power harnessed from the Queen herself. Soon, the looming violence pulls in those who sought to escape. The war hero Mort(e) suspects a plot to destroy Hosanna from within, and recruits a team of unlikely allies to investigate. Falkirk, captain of the airship Vesuvius, must choose between treason and loyalty to save the city. And D&’Arc, sailing aboard the al-Rihla, learns that the wolves may have triggered a new cycle of life for the Colony, bringing a final reckoning to animal and human alike. Once reunited, the three outcasts begin a journey into wolf territory to face the last remnant of the queen&’s empire. But while destiny has drawn them together, it may destroy them as well, for even love, courage, and honor may not be enough to stop the forces of destruction set to be unleashed on the world.
Maleficent
by Elizabeth RudnickA deluxe novelization of the Walt Disney Studios film Maleficent, starring Angelina Jolie. This visually dazzling live action film explores the origins of one of the most iconic Disney villains: Maleficent, the infamous fairy who curses Princess Aurora in Disney's animated classic Sleeping Beauty. This "origin" story is told from Maleficent's perspective, intersecting with the classic in both familiar and unexpected ways. The movie stars Academy Award-winning actress Angelina Jolie as Maleficent, and is directed by two-time Oscar-winning production designer Robert Stromberg ( Avatar, Alice in Wonderland). The film co-stars Elle Fanning ( Super 8) as the Princess Aurora, and features Sharlto Copley ( District 9), Imelda Staunton ( Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix), and Juno Temple ( Atonement).
Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Novelization
by Elizabeth RudnickA deluxe novelization of the Walt Disney Pictures film Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, starring Angelina Jolie. This visually stunning live action film continues the fantasy adventure started in the "origin" story of Maleficent. This sequel explores the complex relationship between the horned fairy and Princess Aurora, as they face new threats to the magical land of the Fair Folk. The movie stars Academy Award-winning actress Angelina Jolie in the titular role, and is directed by Oscar-nominated Joachim Rø nning ( Kon-Tiki, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales). The film co-stars Elle Fanning ( Super 8) as Princess Aurora and Golden Globe-recipient Michelle Pfeiffer ( The Fabulous Baker Boys, The Wizard of Lies) as Queen Ingrith . Maleficent: Mistress of Evil also features Chiwetel Ejiofor ( 12 Years A Slave, Doctor Strange), Imelda Staunton ( Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1), and Lesley Manville ( Phantom Thread).
Malefictorum
by Terri OsborneWithout warning, a member of the da Vinci crew is found dead in his quarters. Lt. Commander Corsi's investigation is thorough and complete -- and turns up nothing. With all the technology at Starfleet's disposal, with all the technical expertise of the ship's crack team of S.C.E. engineers, no forensic evidence can be found to explain the fatality. With the possibility of an unknown murderer on board, Corsi must use all her training to solve the mystery -- before another body falls...
Malevil
by Robert Merle Derek ColtmanMalevil is a 590 page, post-apocalyptic science fiction novel written by Robert Merle, translated from the French by Derek Coltman, and first published in 1973. The summary by Warner Books reads as follows: In an isolated French chateau, a group of friends have gathered. While they taste the wine in the deep cellar, a nuclear explosion incinerates the earth. They are survivors, Robinson Crusoes of a dead world, condemned to go back to man's roots and reinvent the means of existence, the ancient forgotten skills of primeval man. Follow these loving, hating, hoping, fearing human beings as they try to build a new and better world-and as necessity diverts them from defense to aggression in a hauntingly familiar pattern ...
Malevolent: A Kendra Spark Novel (A Kendra Spark Novel #2)
by S. Peters DavisKendra Spark, suspense-mystery romance author and communicator with the dead. Jenna Powers, ghostified criminal analyst, sticks close to the case as she and Kendra are also marked by the same malevolent supernatural force. Derek Knight, lead FBI Agent on this case, learns of the malevolent entity and the deeper paranormal realm of danger. Kendra’s unfiltered feelings for Derek struggle to take a backseat, and as the menacing threat grows more intense, so does her passion for Derek. Derek faces uncertainties he’s never dealt with in his past, like malicious entities and the loss of his heart to love. How can he protect Kendra against forces he can’t see? As boundless supernatural danger intertwines with the future reality of the trafficked teens, Kendra and Jenna realize only they can shoulder the rescue by calling in a voodoo priestess…
Malice
by Chris Wooding Dan ChernettFrom the amazing imagination of Chris Wooding, a heartstopping mix of thriller and graphic novel. Three kids get trapped in the world of a deadly comic book in this middle-grade thriller from Chris Wooding.
Malice (The Faithful and the Fallen #1)
by John GwynneThe world is broken...Corban wants nothing more than to be a warrior under King Brenin's rule - to protect and serve. But that day will come all too soon. And the price he pays will be in blood. Evnis has sacrificed - too much it seems. But what he wants - the power to rule -- will soon be in his grasp. And nothing will stop him once he has started on his path. Veradis is the newest member of the warband for the High Prince, Nathair. He is one of the most skilled swordsman to come out of his homeland, yet he is always under the shadow of his older brother.Nathair has ideas - and a lot of plans. Many of them don't involve his father, the High King Aquilus. Nor does he agree with his father's idea to summon his fellow kings to council. The Banished Lands has a violent past where armies of men and giants clashed in battle, but now giants are seen, the stones weep blood and giant wyrms are stirring. Those who can still read the signs see a threat far greater than the ancient wars. For if the Black Sun gains ascendancy, mankind's hopes and dreams will fall to dust... ...and it can never be made whole again.MALICE is a dark epic fantasy tale of blind greed, ambition, and betrayal.
Malice of Crows (The\shadow Ser. #3)
by Lila BowenThe sequel to Conspiracy of Ravens and third novel in Lila Bowen's widely-acclaimed Shadow series.The Ranger known as Rhett has shut down a terrible enterprise running on the blood of magical folk, but failed to catch the dark alchemist behind it. And now the Shadow refuses to let him rest.Rhett must make the ultimate transformation if he has any hope of stopping the alchemist or fulfilling his destiny; he must become the leader of a new Rangers outpost. But to save his friends, and the lives of countless others, Rhett will first have to lead the Rangers on a mission more dangerous than anything they've ever faced. The ShadowWake of VulturesConspiracy of RavensMalice of Crows