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Assassin's Apprentice: The Farseer Trilogy Book 1 (Farseer Trilogy #1)
by Robin HobbYoung Fitz is the bastard son of the noble Prince Chivalry, raised in the shadow of the royal court by his father's gruff stableman. He is treated like an outcast by all the royalty except the devious King Shrewd, who has him sectetly tutored in the arts of the assassin. For in Fitz's blood runs the magic Skill--and the darker knowledge of a child raised with the stable hounds and rejected by his family. As barbarous raiders ravage the coasts, Fitz is growing to manhood. Soon he will face his first dangerous, soul-shattering mission. And though some regard him as a threat to the throne, he may just be the key to the survival of the kingdom.From the Paperback edition.
Assassin's Creed Mirage: Daughter of No One (Assassin’s Creed)
by Maria LewisMaster Assassin Roshan&’s past is revealed, as she joins a hunt along the Silk Road for a powerful lost artifact, in this essential Assassin&’s Creed adventureCairo, 824 – In the bowels of prison, escape is out of the question. The best Roshan can hope for is a quick death. She certainly doesn&’t expect a second chance offered by a cloaked stranger who says Roshan is exactly what they need: Someone who can disappear, who will do what needs to be done, someone expendable… Granted her freedom, Roshan joins a crew of shady figures assembled to steal a mysterious object being transported along the Silk Road towards Persia. Roshan&’s otherworldly intuition proves vital as she fights to stay one step ahead of her backstabbing gang and survive the mission. For her employer holds the key to a world she can&’t begin to fathom: a world she might have been destined for all along.
Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Forgotten Myths
by Alexander M. FreedIn this prequel to Assassin&’s Creed Valhalla: Dawn of Ragnarök, follow Baldr, the valiant son of Havi on his quest to forge a lasting peace among the realms.War is about to break out between the two neighboring realms of Muspelheim and Svartalfheim. Surtr, lord of the Muspels, is gathering his army of fire giants. Determined to prevent such bloodshed, Baldr, son of Odin and god of light, enlists the help of the great trickster god, Loki. Will Loki betray Baldr and the rest of the Æsir? Or will Baldr win the heart of the daughter of the Surtr and forge a lasting peace between the Nine Realms?Written by Alex Freed (Star Wars: The Old Republic) and illustrated by Martin Tunica (Crossed + One Hundred, Assassin&’s Creed: Valhalla - Song of Glory) with colors by Michael Atiyeh and letters by Jimmy Betancourt, this hardcover collection is an essential addition to the legendary universe of Assassin&’s Creed! Collects Assassin's Creed Valhalla Series II #1–#3.
Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Sword of the White Horse (Assassin’s Creed Valhalla)
by Elsa SjunnesonA Celtic warrior defending her people from Viking raiders infiltrates an ancient sect to save her homeland, in this gripping original saga set in the world of Assassin's Creed® ValhallaMercia, 878. Witch-warrior Niamh discovers a new order called the Hidden Ones is seeking to establish a foothold in Lunden. Her land is already scarred by Viking raiders, bloody wars, and clashing cultures. Determined to protect what remains of her homeland, she infiltrates this new group to discover whether they stand with her… or against her. Yet when Niamh learns the Hidden Ones have stolen an artifact sacred to her people, her own loyalties are challenged. Casting aside newfound alliances and friendships, Niamh soon discovers that betrayal comes with a heavy price and it will take everything in her power – her gods willing – to survive.
Assassin's Creed Valhalla: The Assassin's Creed Valhalla Novel (Assassin’s Creed Valhalla)
by Matthew J KirbyDiscover the epic tale of legendary viking Geirmund Hel-hide in this new novel set in the world of Assassin's Creed ValhallaMid-9th Century CE. The Viking attacks and invasions are shattering England&’s kingdoms. Born into a royal lineage of Norwegian kings, Geirmund Hel-hide sets out for adventure to prove his worth as a Viking and a warrior. A perilous journey across the sea brings him into contact with a being out of myth and grants him a mysterious ring that promises both great power and bitter betrayal. As Geirmund rises in the ranks of King Guthrum&’s legendary army, he will have to use all his cunning to face the many dangers of a land ravaged by war. Fighting alongside his band of loyal warriors, his path will soon lead him into a conflict as old as the Gods themselves.
Assassin's Creed Valhalla: The Hidden Codex (Assassin's Creed)
by Mathieu GabellaAfter securing his own freedom from a clan of Vikings that kidnapped him, Edward, a scribe and reluctant monk, returns to find his brother missing and strange documents blackened by a language he innately understands.No one knows where these occult-looking symbols came from, but Edward has seen such writings before: in the workshop of an enigmatic wise man among the Vikings who is part of a secret order: Those Unseen. An order that could offer answers to Edward, and guarantee his aspirations of freedom and knowledge. But with that knowledge can he find and rescue his own brother before it&’s too late?A graphic novel of historical adventure written by Mathieu Gabella, and with kinetic art by Paolo Traisci. Discover the mysteries behind the hidden codex.
Assassin's Creed: An Assassin's Creed Novel (Assassin’s Creed)
by Kate HeartfieldThe war between Assassins and Templars wreaks havoc in the Victorian era, in this breakneck thriller which opens up a whole new chapter of the Assassin&’s Creed universeLondon, 1851 – When Pierrette, a daring acrobat performing at the Great Exhibition, rescues the mathematician Ada Lovelace from a gang of thugs, she becomes immersed in an ancient feud between Assassins and Templars. But Lovelace is gravely ill, and shares her secrets with Pierrette, sending the acrobat in search of a terrible weapon which she&’d been developing for a shadowy figure known as &“the Magus&”. Pierrette&’s only ally is Simeon Price, Lovelace&’s childhood friend, who belongs to a Brotherhood devoted to free will. With Simeon&’s aid, they uncover a startling web of political assassinations destabilizing Europe. As they race to foil the Templars&’ deadly plot, murders and bombs are everywhere they look, but hope is nowhere in sight.
Assassin's Creed: Fragments - The Blade of Aizu (Assassin's Creed: Fragments)
by Olivier GayA gripping story of sibling loyalty in the last days of medieval Japan. The first novel in a trilogy from the iconic Assassin&’s Creed universe.Japan, 1868. The Boshin War is about to begin.The Templars have infiltrated the Emperor&’s closest advisors and pushed the sovereign to launch an attack against the Shogun Tokugawa, who draws secret support from the Brotherhood of Assassins. Violence soon escalates, threatening the end of centuries of peace--and with it, the end of the glorious era of the samurai. Sixteen-year-old Atsuko grew up in the city of Aizu under the shadow of her older brother, Ibuka. Though destined for an arranged marriage, she stokes a secret passion for combat and can wield weaponry just as well as her brother, whose renowned skill with the blade conceals a mortal fear of battle. When war breaks out, duty calls Ibuka to the front lines alongside his father, and defying ancient tradition that forbids women from fighting, Atsuko joins the war effort in disguise. However, Atsuko soon becomes entangled in political machinations that reach far beyond her and must fight to prove her skills and protect her family--armed only with her blade, her courage, and the strength of her sibling bond. But will it be enough?
Assassin's Creed: Fragments - The Highlands Children (Assassin's Creed: Fragments)
by Alain T. PuysségurDiscover this action-packed Assassin&’s Creed Fragments novel about siblings tested and separated by the bloody carnage of war between England and Scotland.Scotland, 1296. The winds of rebellion are blowing.The wars of independence for Scotland are on the brink of changing the history of Great Britain.Under assault from King Edward I, the besieged city of Berwick-upon-Tweed is delivered into the hands of the English, who massacre and burn everything in their path.Aileas and Fillan, 16-year-old orphan twins, get separated on that horrific night. Aileas is carried away and disappears while Fillan manages to join forces with a Scottish clan fleeing to the north, into the very heart of the Highlands. The young man understands that they are to meet a mysterious group named the Brotherhood of Assassins, the only ones capable of protecting Fillan from the Order of the Templars, a group of warriors doggedly pursuing him.While he tries to find any trace of his sister, Fillan must delve into his past to understand his true destiny and discover why the birthmark he carries on his wrist makes him a target for the Order of the Templars. He must find out why his life is suddenly in danger, just as the cry for liberty resonates across all Scotland.
Assassin's Creed: The Golden City (Assassin’s Creed)
by Jaleigh JohnsonA young emperor&’s life hangs in the balance in ancient Constantinople, and only the Brotherhood of Assassins can save him, in this action-packed historical adventure from the award-winning Assassin&’s Creed universeConstantinople, 867 – A murderous plot is afoot. Assisted by the Order of the Ancients, the emperor schemes to assassinate his son and throw the city into chaos. In response, the Hidden Ones have dispatched Assassin acolyte Hytham to join his mentor, Basim Ibn Ishaq, to infiltrate the palace and foil the emperor&’s plan. But that is not his only mission… Hytham&’s brotherhood have entrusted him with uncovering where Basim&’s true loyalties lie and whether the master Assassin&’s personal obsessions outweigh his sense of duty. For Hytham to succeed, he must tread carefully, for Constantinople is a city of shadows, and danger hides in all of them.
Assassin's Creed: The Resurrection Plot (Assassin’s Creed)
by Kate HeartfieldThe conspiracies of the Templars reverberate across nineteenth century Europe as they seize control of the future, and only the Brotherhood of Assassins can hold them back, in this globetrotting adventure from Assassin&’s CreedCairo, 1869. When a bomb goes off at the Khedivial Opera House celebrating the opening of the new Suez Canal, visiting Assassin Pierrette Arnaud investigates, only to uncover a plot to eradicate free will… To her surprise, her old friend and teacher Simeon Price arrives in Egypt on the same trail, seven years after they allied to stop the Templars in London. But there&’s no time to reminisce as the Templars maneuver Europe and Africa like pieces on a chessboard, wreaking havoc on a global scale. As Simeon and Pierrette race to stop further attacks, they unearth plans suggesting a mysterious tower is the key to the ultimate Templar takeover… and with the puzzling Engine of History in their grasp, the Assassins might be outmatched at last.
Assassin's Creed: Unity
by Oliver Bowden1789: The magnificent city of Paris sees the dawn of the French Revolution. The cobblestone streets run red with blood as the people rise against the oppressive aristocracy. But revolutionary justice comes at a high price... At a time when the divide between the rich and poor is at its most extreme, and a nation is tearing itself apart, a young man and woman fight to avenge all they have lost. Soon Arno and Élise are drawn into the centuries-old battle between the Assassins and the Templars--a world with dangers more deadly than they could ever have imagined.
Assassin's Fate: Book III of the Fitz and the Fool trilogy (Fitz and the Fool #3)
by Robin HobbNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The stunning conclusion to Robin Hobb&’s Fitz and the Fool trilogy, which began with Fool&’s Assassin and Fool&’s Quest&“Every new Robin Hobb novel is a cause for celebration. Along with millions of her other fans, I delight in every visit to the Six Duchies, the Rain Wilds, and the Out Islands, and can&’t wait to see where she&’ll take me next.&”—George R. R. Martin More than twenty years ago, the first epic fantasy novel featuring FitzChivalry Farseer and his mysterious, often maddening friend the Fool struck like a bolt of brilliant lightning. Now New York Times bestselling author Robin Hobb brings to a momentous close the third trilogy featuring these beloved characters in a novel of unsurpassed artistry that is sure to endure as one of the great masterworks of the genre. Fitz&’s young daughter, Bee, has been kidnapped by the Servants, a secret society whose members not only dream of possible futures but use their prophecies to add to their wealth and influence. Bee plays a crucial part in these dreams—but just what part remains uncertain. As Bee is dragged by her sadistic captors across half the world, Fitz and the Fool, believing her dead, embark on a mission of revenge that will take them to the distant island where the Servants reside—a place the Fool once called home and later called prison. It was a hell the Fool escaped, maimed and blinded, swearing never to return. For all his injuries, however, the Fool is not as helpless as he seems. He is a dreamer too, able to shape the future. And though Fitz is no longer the peerless assassin of his youth, he remains a man to be reckoned with—deadly with blades and poison, and adept in Farseer magic. And their goal is simple: to make sure not a single Servant survives their scourge.
Assassin's Gambit
by Amy RabyVitala Salonius, champion of the warlike game of Caturanga, is as deadly as she is beautiful. She's a trained assassin for the resistance, and her true play is for ultimate power. Using her charm and wit, she plans to seduce her way into the emperor's bed and deal him one final, fatal blow, sparking a battle of succession that could change the face of the empire. As the ruler of a country on the brink of war and the son of a deposed emperor, Lucien must constantly be wary of an attempt on his life. But he's drawn to the stunning Caturanga player visiting the palace. Vitala may be able to distract him from his woes for a while--and fulfill other needs, as well. Lucien's quick mind and considerable skills awaken unexpected desires in Vitala, weakening her resolve to finish her mission. An assassin cannot fall for her prey, but Vitala's gut is telling her to protect this sexy, sensitive man. Now she must decide where her heart and loyalties lie and navigate the dangerous war of politics before her gambit causes her to lose both Lucien and her heart for good. . . .
Assassin's Heart
by Monica BurnsRead Monica Burns's blogs and other content on the Penguin Community. The past and present collide in a thrilling new paranormal romance from the author of Assassin's Honor. The half-angel, half-demon face that telepathic Lysander sees in the mirror is a reminder of the monster he must keep hidden to avoid expulsion from an order of assassins. His dreams of ancient Rome hint at a destiny with a woman he loves, but can never have. When the gifted healer Phaedra travels to Rome in search of a legendary artifact, she works alongside a man who once rejected her love and healing touch. But her dreams of Ancient Rome tell of an irreversible and possibly dangerous future. For the distant past and present are about to collide-with the one man she is destined to love.
Assassin's Honor
by Monica BurnsA sexy new adventure-packed romance with a paranormal twist-from the award-winning author. Archeologist Emma Zale sees the past when she touches relics. It's how she uncovered evidence of an ancient order of assassins-the Sicari. When a sinfully dark stranger shows up on her Chicago doorstep demanding an artifact she doesn't have, he drags her into a world where telekinesis and empaths-someone who can sense the emotions of others- are the norm. Now someone wants her dead, and her only hope of survival is an assassin who's every bit as dangerous to her body as he is to her heart.
Assassin's Price (The Imager Portfolio #11)
by L. E. Modesitt Jr.Assassin's Price is the eleventh book in the bestselling, epic fantasy series the Imager Portfolio by L. E. Modesitt, Jr. and the third book in a story arc which began with Madness in Solidar and Treachery's Tools. Six years have passed since the failed uprising of the High Holders, and the man behind the conspiracy is where the rex and Maitre Alastar can keep an eye on him. Charyn has come of age and desperately wants to learn more so he can become an effective rex after his father—but he’s kept at a distance by the rex. So Charyn sets out to educate himself—circumspectly. When Jarolian privateers disrupt Solidar’s shipping, someone attempts to kill Charyn’s younger brother as an act of protest. Threatening notes following in the wake of acts of violence against the rex and his family, demanding action—build more ships or expect someone to die. The Imager Portfolio: #1 Imager / #2 Imager’s Challenge / #3 Imager’s Intrigue / #4 Scholar / #5 Princeps / #6 Imager’s Battalion / #7 Antiagon Fire / #8 Rex Regis / #9 Madness in Solidar / #10 Treachery’s Tools / #11 Assassin’s Price Other series by this author: The Saga of Recluce, The Corean Chronicles, The Spellsong Cycle, The Ghost Books, The Ecolitan Matter At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Assassin's Quest: The Farseer Trilogy Book 3 (Farseer Trilogy #3)
by Robin HobbRobin Hobb presents a masterful finale to her Farseer trilogy that sends FitzChivalry---assassin, royal bastard, and king's pawn---on the ultimate quest: to eliminate the man who has stolen the throne and corrupted all he once held dear.
Assassin: Winglets #2) (Wings of Fire #2)
by Tui T. SutherlandFans of the New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series won't want to miss this all-new story set in the dangerous and thrilling world of dragons!Before the brightest night, the NightWings were plotting . . . Deathbringer is ready to be the next assassin for the NightWings. If he can just convince them to send him along on one mission with his mother, Quickstrike, he'll prove that he can help the NightWings decide who wins the war between the dragon tribes of Pyrrhia. But when their mission takes an unexpected turn, Deathbringer has a terrible choice to make . . . one that will change his path forever, and perhaps alter the course of the entire war . . .Discover the New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series with this ebook exclusive origin story! Author Tui T. Sutherland soars further into the world of Pyrrhia's dragons than ever before! In these brand-new short stories, fans will meet old friends and new ones, uncover shocking secrets, and learn more about the terrible challenges that will test all dragonkind!
Assassinos no Tempo
by Melody Ryan Deise CostaEm outubro de 1968, a adolescente Denise Reid adormece em uma noite como em qualquer outra. Em outubro de 2012 Taylor Williams, também com 17 anos, também adormece como todas as noites. Na manhã seguinte, elas descobrem que trocaram personalidades. Denise acorda em 2012, no corpo de Taylor. Taylor ocupa agora o corpo e o tempo de Denise. Cada uma deve aprender a lidar com uma troca que ocorre no período de quarenta e quatro anos. Em cada tempo ocorrem campanhas eleitorais a presidência dos EUA, enquanto um bilionário europeu planeja destruir os Estados Unidos. Seu plano? Assassinar o candidato presidencial Richard Nixon em 1968 e o presidente Obama, concorrendo a reeleição em 2012. Apenas Denise e Taylor estão entre ele, e o sucesso. Mas como duas adolescentes podem impedir homens armados? Para Denise, 2012 e seus celulares, PC's e $6 dólares por quase 4 litros de gasolina são coisas que saíram de um episódio dos Jetsons. Para Taylor, tudo em 1968 parecem saídas de um museu. O telefone pink de princesa que não irá funcionar, a não ser que esteja conectado à parede. Máquinas de escrever. Roupas muito recatadas ou esquisitas. Para Denise o maior choque foram os professores, eles criticavam os Estados Unidos mais do que os hippies de seu tempo. Professores! E os estudantes concordavam! Mas não todos. Logo, ela encontra Andre, que tem um blog, a Voz dos Jovens Negros Conservadores. Ela não sabe o que é um blog, ou muito menos Wi-Fi, mas ele tira muitas dúvidas que ela tem sobre esse novo mundo. Ele a leva a uma reunião de uma organização de ativistas conservadores. Ele não sabe que um grupo interno dentro dessa organização está sendo manipulado por um agente do europeu bilionário, e planeja ir ao comício de campanha do Presidente Obama com balas ao invés de cartazes. Taylor odeia o namorado irritante de Denise, mas vem confiar no hippie Georgie. Ele a ajuda a encontrar um livro antigo na biblio
Assassins
by David N. PaulyAu sortir de la Grande Guerre, les terres de la Nostraterra ne sont plus que ruines. Tandis que les Elfes, les Nains et les Hommes rebâtissent leurs royaumes, un sinistre projet est mis en branle : l'assassinat d'Alfrahil, l'héritier du trône d'Eldora. Alors que les flammes pleuvent sur les murs de la Cité, le jeune prince Alfrahil s'accroche à la vie et parvient de justesse à en réchapper. Bravant de périlleuses complications, il est bien déterminé à démasquer les conjurés et à lever le voile sur cette affaire. Les pistes mènent toutes au frère d'Afrahil, le prince Daerahil, et au fourbe Premier ministre, Mergin. Mais qui se cache réellement derrière ce complot?
Assassins in Love
by Kris DelakeTwo brilliant assassins in a fascinating futuristic world need each other to finish one more job before calling it quits in the highly respected killing business. But it's more of a challenge than either expected. A series of mishaps plagues their every move, and if it's not Misha helping Rikki with a bungled getaway, then it's Rikki helping Misha to hide some damning evidence. They can't seem to get anything right... except for the way they feel about each other.
Assassins' Dawn
by Stephen LeighNeweden is a world whose gods are death and fate, and it’s here that the Hoorka have arisen: a guild of assassins, whose single law is that the victim must always retain a tiny but finite chance of escape. If the victim can survive until dawn, they may go free. But the rich and powerful don’t care to have their will thwarted, and so the Hoorka must deal with the consequences of their own ethics. Gyll, the leader of the Hoorka, also has dreams of taking the guild offworld into the growing society of the Alliance, which is trying to reconstruct a shattered, worlds-spanning empire. Is that dream a genuine possibility, or will exposure to other cultures doom the Hoorka entirely? Gyll must confront internal struggles within his own people, the dangerous politics of Neweden, and the twinned threat and promise of the Alliance. The Hag of Death dances around them, mockingly. Can the Hoorka survive to see the dawn of their own success, an Assassins’ Dawn?
Assassins: Antichrist (Left Behind, #6)
by Tim Lahaye Jerry B. JenkinsIn the most explosive episode yet in the continuing drama of those left behind, the Tribulation Force hurtles toward the four murders foretold in prophecy. Antichrist himself is prophesied to suffer a lethal head wound. As a supernatural horde of 200 million demonic horsemen slays a third of the remaining population, the Tribulation Force prepares for a future as fugitives. Yet another Force member dies, and others join as crises draw them around the globe.
Assault at Selonia: Star Wars (The Corellian Trilogy)
by Roger Macbride AllenImprisoned on the planet Corellia, Han Solo finds himself at the mercy of his evil cousin, Thracken Sal-Solo. Thracken plans to restore the Imperial system and seize total power -- no matter what the cost. Han has one chance to stop him. But to do so he must turn his back on his human cousin and join forces with a female alien. Dracmus was arrested as a ringleader in a plot against the corrupt Human League. Now she and Han will attempt a daring escape to Selonia in time to warn Leia, Luke Skywalker, and Lando of Thracken's plan. But can Han trust the alien to keep her word?Meanwhile, other questions threaten the New Republic -- and the lives of millions. Who is behind the deadly Starbuster plot? Why is someone attempting to take possession of Corellia's powerful planetary repulsors? And what is the secret behind the mysterious Centerpoint Station, and ancient, artificial world of unknown origin that has suddenly -- and inexplicably -- come alive? Features a bonus section following the novel that includes a primer on the Star Wars expanded universe, and over half a dozen excerpts from some of the most popular Star Wars books of the last thirty years!