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Ascending
by James Alan GardnerOar is the last of her kind -- a resident of the so-called "planet of no return," once the Admiralty's dumping ground for undesirables and those who had become expendable. Oar's transparent body is indestructible. Yet the mind it houses grows weary and will soon surrender to the catatonic torpor that has already claimed the others of her genetically altered human race. But Oar cannot sleep, not yet. There are powerful forces seeking her destruction for reasons unknown. There are old allies who need her assistance and a true history that must be revealed. There is much Oar must accomplish before the "apathetic hibernation" overcomes her, though time is decidedly her enemy. Together with her friend, Admiral Festina Ramos, she must find her final destiny ... and in a vast and volatile universe, destiny is never a sure thing.
Ascending (League of Peoples #5)
by James Alan GardnerLeft to languish on the planet of no return, an alien teams up with a professional smuggler to save her people in this sci-fi adventure. Four years after Festina Ramos left Melaquin, the &“planet of no return,&” Uclodda Unorr arrives. Unorr is a hired smuggler tasked with gathering evidence of misconduct of the Technocracy&’s Outward Fleet. Much to his surprise he discovers that Oar, a resident of the planet and last of her kind, is still alive. Though Oar&’s glass-like body is indestructible, her mind grows weak and will soon fall victim to &“apathetic hibernation.&” Along with her old friend Admiral Festina Ramos, Oar must reveal the true history of Melaquin and expose the ugly deeds of the Outward Fleet before her weary mind surrenders.
Ascending Species: A Novel
by Rand PaulsenDelve into the lives of four remarkable species in an epic journey across time! This historical archive has been translated for the humans of Earth-but within, there are no humans! In this epoch-spanning chronicle of evolutionary proportions, four distinct intelligent species, on a planet not unlike Earth, each get their time on the stage of civilization to showcase their innate strengths, their inevitable flaws, and their unique determination to surmount the massive obstacles that not only their neighboring species, but the planet itself, ceaselessly has to offer. The lives and cultures of the powerful reptilian Serpils and the armadillo-like Drels are reflective of their natures-what's normal to them may seem very strange to us. The ways of the Geminy, being primates, may seem similar to humans, but do not be mistaken. Creative and friendly, the Tubells are a four-eyed species of cephalopods who have a unique perspective after having adapted to live on land. From their humble, hard-scrap origins to their hard-won formation of global civilizations-and beyond to the edge of space-the peculiar and disparate societies animating Ascending Species lay the ground for a fun, fast-paced experience full of nail-biting challenges, complex conflicts, heart-wrenching struggles, and heart-warming achievements. As to which species will survive the whims of time . . . only time will tell.
Ascension
by Christopher De SousaMORTAL INSTRUMENTS MEETS EGYPTIAN MYTHOLOGY Katherine Munroe is most definitely not your typical teen and just about the only thing typical are her high school boy problems. She does however have quite the amazing ability to draw and much to her own confusion she accidentally lights things on fire. Even more plaguing are her reoccurring hallucinations, always thinking she is losing it, or so she thought. But then, after a horrific attack on her life resulting in the death of her father, she realizes there is something...more. Anzu, a winged beast of a different sort, and subject of Katherine's hallucinations, saves her and become's her guardian. Bereaved over the loss of her father, she quickly discovers the unthinkable. Her entire township, as she knew, is a secret government experiment. And her father? Well, he was more of a caretaker since her birth. This rogue operation, better known as Project Indigo, is at war with a corrupted race of aliens. In order to save the world and defeat The Corrupted they need the help of Katherine. Through special training and the discovery of her abilities, Katherine and Project Indigo battle the entities set to destroy them while she discovers the truth about her family, her lineage, and her future.
Ascension
by Valentina Radaelli Lorelei BellRimasta al verde dopo la morte del padre, Sabrina Strong non è entusiasta all’idea di lavorare per l’Associazione Vampiri del Nord America. Spinta dalle pile di bollette che si accumulano e dal desiderio segreto di scoprire l’identità di una misteriosa figura che la perseguita in sogno, Sabrina viene attaccata mentre sta andando a fare un colloquio di lavoro. Viene salvata per un pelo da un vampiro di passaggio – un vampiro che le è stranamente familiare. Potrebbe essere colui che tanti anni prima ha trasformato sua madre e marchiato Sabrina come di sua proprietà? Tuttavia, le preoccupazioni di Sabrina vengono accantonate dopo che viene assunta per indagare sull’omicidio di Letitia, la compagna del maestro vampiro Bjorn Tremayne. Sabrina si ritrova presto coinvolta in tresche pericolose quando l’Associazione Vampiri del Nord America si trova ad essere minacciata da coloro che bramano di saziare i propri avidi desideri. Ascension, il primo volume della serie di Sabrina Strong di Lorelei Bell, è uno urban fantasy ricco di desiderio, sofferenza e passione.
Ascension (Demon Hunters #1)
by A. S. FenichelThe Demon Hunters, #1 When demons threaten London, Lady Belinda answers the call. Lord Gabriel Thurston returns home from war to find his fiancée is not the sweet young girl he left behind. She's grown into a mysterious woman who guards her dark secrets well. When he sees her sneaking away from a ball, he's convinced it's for a lover's rendezvous. Following her to London's slums, Gabriel watches in horror as his fiancée ruthlessly slay a man. Lady Belinda Carlisle's only concern was her dress for the next ball--until demons nearly killed her and changed everything. A lady by day, and a demon hunter by night, she knows where her duty lies. Ending her betrothal is the best way to protect Gabriel from death by a demon's hand. Gabriel soon realizes, like him, Belinda has been fighting for her country. He joins in the fight, determined to show her that their love can endure, stronger than ever.86,825 Words
Ascension (Water Series #1)
by Kara DalkeyThe sea is the birthplace of legends. Nia, a young mermyd of the Bluefin clan, has had one wish all her life -- to be an Avatar in her beloved home of Atlantis. The ten Avatars rule the beautiful and peaceful undersea city alongside the ancient Farworlders, whose magic keeps their world alive. To be an Avatar is an honor and a great responsibility, and Nia dreams of taking her place among the noble ten. Now, at sixteen, Nia has a chance to see her dream come true. Atlantis is choosing its next Avatar, and Nia knows she is supremely qualified. But there is something Nia doesn't know -- if she gets her heart's desire, it could mean the end of her treasured world of Atlantis forever.
Ascension - Une romance surnaturelle
by Lorelei BellDans un monde séduisant, bien que dangereux, où se mélangent vampires, loups-garous et métamorphes, une médium au caractère bien trempé tente de résoudre un meurtre. Bientôt à court d’argent après la mort de son père, Sabrina Strong se fait attaquer alors qu’elle se rend passer un entretien d’embauche pour un emploi chez Tremayne Towers. Sauvée de justesse par un vampire qui lui semble étrangement familier, elle se retrouve vite mêlée à l’affaire du meurtre de Létitia, la compagne du Maître Vampire Bjorn Tremayne. Immergée dans un océan de rebondissements et de secrets, elle ne sait à qui faire confiance. Qui a donc tué Létitia Tremayne ? Qui est ce mystérieux sauveur qui ne cesse de venir au secours de Sabrina ? Les compliments des lecteurs : ★★★★★ – Un récit vampirique vraiment extraordinaire… Plantez-y vos crocs. ★★★★★ – Des personnages hauts en couleurs, des dialogues affutés. Un roman riche en aventures que vous aurez du mal à reposer. ★★★★★ – La vie de Sabrina, c’est les montagnes russes… Vous allez aimer cette saga.
Ascension: A Novel
by Nicholas BingeNAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY VULTURE!"You've gotta read Ascension by Nicholas Binge. Old-school creepy. . .five-star horror."—Stephen King"Smartly paced, deploying twists and turns strategically to keep the reader moving. . . The ideas are big and the journey is a whole lot of fun." —The New York Times"[An] excellent page-turner. . . a macabre, escapist pleasure for the thoughtful set.&”—The Wall Street JournalA mind-bending speculative thriller in which the sudden appearance of a mountain in the middle of the Pacific Ocean leads a group of scientists to a series of revelations that challenge the notion of what it means to be humanThe only way out is up. . . An enormous snow-covered mountain has appeared in the Pacific Ocean. No one knows when exactly it showed up, precisely how big it might be, or how to explain its existence. When Harold Tunmore is contacted by a shadowy organization to help investigate, he has no idea what he is getting into as he and his team set out for the mountain. The higher Harold&’s team ascends, the less things make sense. Time moves differently, turning minutes into hours, and hours into days. Amid the whipping cold of higher elevation, the climbers&’ limbs numb and memories of their lives before the mountain begin to fade. Paranoia quickly turns to violence among the crew, and slithering, ancient creatures pursue them in the snow. Still, as the dangers increase, the mystery of the mountain compels them to its peak, where they are certain they will find their answers. Have they stumbled upon the greatest scientific discovery known to man or the seeds of their own demise? Framed by the discovery of Harold Tunmore&’s unsent letters to his family and the chilling and provocative story they tell, Ascension considers the limitations of science and faith and examines both the beautiful and the unsettling sides of human nature.
Ascension: Book 2 (Demon Hunters #2)
by Olivia ChaseFor fans of Cassandra Clare and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, the second book in this kick-ass new series will keep you on the edge of your seat ...Diana, Minerva and Vesta are Demon Hunters, gifted with amazing powers. They can see truth with the touch of the hand, break down solid walls and shoot lightning from their fingertips ... basically all the things you could want in the battle against supernatural evil. When an eerie fog cloaks Edinburgh and the girls find a boy, bloodied and confused, they suspect a demon is up to no good. Before they can even grab their weapons, they're plunged into a fight agianst an ancient foe. Will the united strength of their Trinity be enough to keep them alive?With new faces, an old flame and one seriously blood-thirsty demon, things are about to get interesting ...
Ascension: Book II in The Summoner's Circle
by S.T. GibsonFrom the international bestselling author of Evocation comes it's hotly anticipated and spellbinding sequel, where Rhys steps into his new role as High Priest. A magical read for lovers of traditional urban fantasy.Ever since Rhys McGowan was a boy, he's only wanted two things: power and love. Now, as High Priest of Boston's premiere Secret Society, husband to his adoring witch wife Moira, and partner to David - his psychic rival-turned-boyfriend, Rhys is finally at peace. But when a strange ritual rocks Boston's occult community, and opens the Society up to sabotage, Rhys delves even deeper into the dark world of demon-summoning. He's used to carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders, but the strain of managing so many spirits (not to mention the stress of his loved ones exploring other people) will push him to the brink. As heaven and hell play tug of war for Rhys' soul, he'll have to face the greatest demon of all: his own insatiable ambition.The second book in the bestselling Summoner's Circle series sees beloved characters return for an all new dark and enthralling adventure.
Ascensione: Una serie LitRPG (Regni alterati #1)
by Bf RockriverAlcune persone sognano di avere una seconda possibilità nella vita. Per Eli Miller, non è mai stata una scelta. Eli ha trascorso gran parte della propria vita correndo, facendo tutto quello che era in suo potere per proteggere la sua famiglia. Il suo mondo è piagato dalla guerra, dalla magia incontrollata e da mostri inimmaginabili. Ma nessuna di queste minacce è più pericolosa degli esseri immortali conosciuti come Avventurieri. Essi sono dei giocatori, e Entarra è il loro gioco. I suoi abitanti non sono reali. Tuttavia, per i miliardi di IA quasi senzienti che vi vivono, il mondo di gioco è l'unica cosa che conosceranno mai. È dove sono nate, dove vivono e dove muoiono. Eli non è da meno. Dopo essere stato attaccato con una strana arma, Eli si risveglia come la cosa che più teme: un Avventuriero. Sforzandosi di far fronte alla sua nuova realtà, si ritrova nel bel mezzo del piano più scellerato di tutti: il suo mondo, e tutto ciò che ama, sta per essere cancellato.
Ascensión
by Gabriela Garcia Calderon Lorelei BellSin un centavo tras la muerte de su padre, a Sabrina Strong no le entusiasma la idea de trabajar para la Asociación Norteamericana de Vampiros. Impulsada por las cuentas que llegan sin parar, y por un secreto deseo de descubrir la identidad de la misteriosa figura que la acecha en sus sueños, Sabrina sufre un ataque en su camino a la entrevista de trabajo. Pero un vampiro que estaba ahí la salva justo a tiempo — un vampiro que le es extrañamente familiar. ¿Podría ser el que convirtió a su madre y marcó a Sabrina como propia tiempo atrás? Pero las preocupaciones de Sabrina quedan a un lado después de que la contratan para investigar el asesinato de Letitia — pareja del Amo Vampiro, Bjorn Tremayne. Sabrina se ve rápidamente inmersa en peligrosos encuentros cuando la Asociación Norteamericana de Vampiros se ve amenazada por quienes buscan saciar sus propios codiciosos deseos. Ascensión es el primer libro de la serie de Sabrina Strong de la autora Lorelei Bell, una fantasía urbana llena de añoranza, angustia y pasión.
Ascenção: O Projeto Interscissão: Livro Cinco (O Projeto Interscissão #5)
by Arshad AhsanuddinAscensão por Arshad Ahsanuddin Livro 5/5 - ópera espacial gay / viagem no tempo com elementos românticos Ascensão A história é uma mentira. Uma batalha final decidirá se a Humanidade sobreviverá para contar a história. Bem-vindo ao fim dos dias. Jacob Atkins tinha dezoito anos quando perdeu seu melhor amigo, Mark. Desde então, ele tenta seguir em frente com sua vida, construindo uma carreira no Corpo de Ampulheta. Então, uma inesperada convergência de eventos ameaça expor a Ampulheta e destruir tudo o que eles tentaram realizar. Martin Atkins achou que estava perfeitamente feliz como um capitão relativamente normal nos fuzileiros navais da Confederação, até que uma mensagem concisa chegou em sua caixa de entrada de um homem que ele pensava ser o amor de sua vida. Agora, todos os segredos que sua família herdou estão em risco, não apenas da humanidade, mas de uma ameaça insidiosa que ele só vislumbrou até agora. Calvin Teague é a obsessão de Michelle Atkins desde o Incidente Janus. Mas o traidor fugitivo é muito mais do que parece e, finalmente, todas as peças de quebra-cabeça deformadas se encaixam no momento em que o mistério de seu papel é finalmente desvendado, deixando-a sem opção a não ser fazer uma guerra desesperada contra os mais implacáveis e inimigo aterrorizante que a humanidade já enfrentou: Seus filhos.
Asesino cósmico
by Robert Juan-CantavellaIsla Meteca ha sido destruida por un monstruo y vive bajo la amenaza de un asesino cósmico que viene desde la luz primigenia. Buen principio, ¿verdad? No te pierdas el resto... Año 2035. Isla Meteca es un lugar imposible perdido en los mares de la literatura fantástica. Sobre ella pesa una antigua leyenda, un viejo relato poblado por monstruos y lleno de odio. Las heridas de ayer corren el peligro de abrirse de nuevo. Los metecos llevan muchos años esperando. El futuro se confunde con el pasado. El pasado llama a las puertas del presente. Y, oculto en algún sitio, acecha un ser procedente de muy lejos. Nadie conoce su verdadera historia, pero ha llegado el momento de contarla... ¿Soportará tu corazón los asombrosos hechos y las prodigiosas aventuras del Asesino Cósmico? ¡Con la participación estelar de Curtis Garland, un héroe de la literatura popular española! Reseñas: "Léanla, no sean estrechos. "Qué leer
Asgardians: Odin (Asgardians #1)
by George O'ConnorFollowing his smash-hit the Olympians series, New York Times bestseller George O'Connor embarks on a new saga about the Norse gods. This first volume tells the story of the warrior god Odin! Perfect for fans of Percy Jackson!Welcome to the Nine Worlds, home of Gods, Valkyries, Dwarves, Jotnar, and more! Travel the burning rainbow bridge to Asgard where Odin, king of the Aesir, surveys his realm. His thirst for knowledge drives him ever onward, but nothing is learned without sacrifice...In Asgardians, George O’Connor’s highly kinetic illustrations bring these gritty and astonishing tales of war, betrayal, and the quest for enlightenment at any cost to vivid and startling life and provide the perfect companion to his Olympians series.
Asgardians: Thor (Asgardians #2)
by George O'ConnorFollowing the smash-hit Olympians series, George O'Connor embarks on a new saga about the Norse gods. This second volume tells the story of Thor, god of thunder! Perfect for fans of Percy Jackson!Welcome to the Nine Worlds, home of Gods, Valkyries, Dwarves, and more! Follow the journey of the mighty Thor as he sets off into the blackest sea in search of the Midgard serpent, Jormungandr; thunders across fjords and hills in his chariot to the land of the Jotnar; and is united with his trusty hammer, Mjollnir, for the very first time. But will Thor’s tales of brawling and bravado earn him his crossing from the mysterious ferryman?
Ash
by Shani Petroff Darci ManleyDestiny is pre-determined. It is strictly monitored. It is unchangeable.Or is it?Madden's life is a whirlwind of privilege and perks. Born into the elite Purple ring, she is fated to be a Minister of the Seven. Although her position comes with the burden of great responsibility, she's nothing if not confident in her future. After all, Destiny Specialists have determined how she will fulfill her life's purpose, and they are never wrong.Her classmate Dax, an Ash, is clinging to the opposite end of the spectrum. While everyone around her knows what destiny awaits them, Dax's fate is...missing. Isolated and ignored, she refuses to let her lack of status define her.After a stunning twist of fate, Dax and Madden's paths intertwine in ways neither could have possibly imagined. The two are forced to question their own past, present and future as they realize who they are is not necessarily who they were meant to be.ASH, the first book in the Destined series, is an unforgettable journey into an alternate future which will leave readers wondering just how much we can control our own fate.Destiny is calling. Will you fight for yours?
Ash
by Malinda LoIn the world of ASH, fairies are an older race of people who walk the line between life and death, reality and magic. As orphaned Ash grows up, a servant in her stepmother's home, she begans to realise that her beloved mother, Elinor, was very much in tune with these underworld folk, and that she herself has the power to see them too. Against the sheer misery of her stepmother's cruelty, greed and ambition in preparing her two charmless daughters for presentation at court, and hopefully royal or aristocratic marriage, Ash befriends one of these fairies - a mysterious, handsome man - who grants her wishes and restores hope to Ash's existence, even though she knows there will be a price to pay. But most important of all, she also meets Kaisa, a huntress employed by the king, and it is Kaisa who truly awakens Ash's desires for both love and self-respect ...ASH is a fairy tale about possibility and recognizing the opportunities for change. From the deepest grief comes the chance for transformation.
Ash & Bramble
by Sarah PrineasThe tale of Cinderella has been retold countless times. But what you know is not the true story. Sarah Prineas's bold fairy-tale retelling is a dark and captivating world where swords are more fitting than slippers, young shoemakers are just as striking as princes, and a heroine is more than ready to rescue herself before the clock strikes midnight.Pin has no recollection of who she is or how she got to the Godmother's fortress. She only knows that she is a Seamstress, working day in and out to make ball gowns fit for fairy tales. But she longs to forsake her backbreaking servitude and dares to escape with the brave young Shoemaker.Pin isn't free for long before she's captured again and forced to live the new life the Godmother chooses for her--a fairy-tale story, complete with a charming prince--instead of finding her own happily ever after.When the glass slipper just doesn't fit . . .
Ash Believes the Impossible
by Kim FieldingAsher Kaufman could use a miracle. But first he&’ll have to believe they exist.Ash is single, strapped for cash, and burned out from his work at a nonprofit. Everyone else&’s holiday spirit leaves him feeling like he&’s in the wrong movie.Then strange, thoughtful gifts begin appearing outside his door: a rustic basket filled with pinecones and acorns, and a beautiful handmade scarf in Hannukah colors. But the most wonderful gift of all comes when he meets Clay, his secret admirer, a beautiful young man who happens to be a fairy who lives in the wooded wonderland behind the duplex where Ash lives.Clay brings warmth and magic into Ash&’s dreary life–but when the realities of the human world threaten the bridge to fairyland, it will take all Ash&’s faith to bring about a happy-ever-after that will work for everyone.
Ash Kickers (Smoke Eaters #2)
by Sean GrigsbyDragons vs Firefighters vs the Phoenix. The scorching fantasy sequel to Smoke Eaters.With ex-firefighter Cole Brannigan in command of the Smoke Eaters, the dragon menace is under control. Thanks to non-lethal Canadian tech, the beasts are tranquilized and locked up, rather than killed. But for Tamerica Williams, this job filled with action and danger, has become tediously routine. When a new threat emerges, a legendary bird of fire – the Phoenix – it’s the perfect task for Williams. But killing the Phoenix just brings it back stronger, spreading fire like a plague and whipping dragons into a frenzy. Will it prove to be too much excitement, even for adrenalin-junkie Williams? File Under: Fantasy [ Smoke Em | Catch and Release | Fire Bird | Arson About ]
Ash Ock (Paratwa #2)
by Christopher HinzA quarter of a millennium ago, before the nuclear apocalypse forced the inhabitants of earth to flee their home planet, few humans could have imagined the course their path would take. Now, the orbital colonies are the final sanctuary of humanity and life is more dangerous than ever before. The colonists fear the return of their dreaded enemies, the Paratwa--ferocious warriors who are genetically engineered to exist in two bodies which remain telepathically connected. The new generation of Paratwa is far deadlier than the old, forming a powerful caste of fighter known as the Ash Ock. A mysterious virus infecting the humans database signals the return of their most feared enemies...
Ash Ock: The Paratwa Saga, Book II (Paratwa Ser. #2)
by Christopher HinzA compelling novel of humanity fighting back against telepathically linked killers in a postapocalyptic world…A quarter of a millennium ago, before the nuclear apocalypse forced the inhabitants of earth to flee their home planet, few humans could have imagined the course their path would take. Now, the orbital colonies are the final sanctuary of humanity and life is more dangerous than ever before. The colonists fear the return of their dreaded enemies, the Paratwa – ferocious warriors who are genetically engineered to exist in two bodies which remain telepathically connected. The new generation of Paratwa is far deadlier than the old, forming a powerful caste of fighter known as the Ash Ock. A mysterious virus infecting the humans database signals the return of their most feared enemies…
Ash Princess (Ash Princess #1)
by Laura SebastianFor fans of Victoria Aveyard's Red Queen and Sabaa Tahir's An Ember in the Ashes, Ash Princess is an epic new fantasy about a throne cruelly stolen and a girl who must fight to take it back for her people. <P><P>Theodosia was six when her country was invaded and her mother, the Fire Queen, was murdered before her eyes. On that day, the Kaiser took Theodosia's family, her land, and her name. Theo was crowned Ash Princess--a title of shame to bear in her new life as a prisoner. <P>For ten years Theo has been a captive in her own palace. She's endured the relentless abuse and ridicule of the Kaiser and his court. She is powerless, surviving in her new world only by burying the girl she was deep inside. <P>Then, one night, the Kaiser forces her to do the unthinkable. With blood on her hands and all hope of reclaiming her throne lost, she realizes that surviving is no longer enough. But she does have a weapon: her mind is sharper than any sword. And power isn't always won on the battlefield. <P>For ten years, the Ash Princess has seen her land pillaged and her people enslaved. That all ends here. <P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>