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Outcasts of Order (Saga of Recluce #20)
by L. E. Modesitt Jr.Beltur, an Order mage, discovers he possesses frightening powers not seen for hundreds of years. With his new abilities, he survives the war in Elparta and saves the lives of all. However, victory comes with a price. His fellow mages now see him as a threat to be destroyed, and the local merchants want to exploit his power. There’s only one way he can remain free and survive—he’s going to have to run.
Outcasts of the Wildwood
by Rachel AtwoodThis second novel of a historical fantasy series that reexamines the Robin Hood legend in medieval England.Nick, an orphan raised at Locksley Abbey has made friends with the Wildfolk: the Greenman, Robin Goodfellow, dryads, water sprites, and other paranormal creatures. He often hides in the nearly forgotten abbey crypt, where he found Elena, the goddess of sorcery, crossroads, and cemeteries. He carries her vessel and tries to learn from her wisdom. Robin Goodfellow lives with a curse. Half of each day he must spend as a hideous gnome with a bit of magic and near immortality. The other half of the day he can live as Robin Hood, archer of legend. At the time of his curse sixty years before, an insane magician trapped Robin&’s love, Marian in a secret chamber that keeps her in perpetual sleep. The only way Robin can break the curse is to awaken Marian in his gnome form and have her recognize his true face. But the magic is breaking down. Marian will die if Robin doesn&’t break the curse soon. He needs Nick&’s help, his affinity for dark underground places, and Elena&’s whispers to find Marian&’s secret chamber and decipher the clues to breaking the curse.
Outer Earth (Outer Earth Ser. #1)
by Rob BoffardWelcome to Outer Earth: a vivid, dangerous world where every day is a desperate struggle for survival. Who said in space no one can hear you scream?Outer Earth is a huge space station orbiting the ruins of our planet. Dirty, overcrowded and inescapable, it's humanity's last refuge . . . and possibly its final resting place.For there are dark forces at work on the station: forces that seek to unleash chaos. If they succeed, there will be nowhere left to run. This omnibus edition contains all three of Rob Boffard's adrenaline-fuelled Outer Earth novels: Tracer, Zero-G, and Impact.
Outer Earth: The exhilarating space adventure you won't want to miss
by Rob Boffard'EXHILARATING AND UNFORGETTABLE' Sarah Lotz, author of The Three'SETS A NEW STANDARD FOR ALL-ACTION SF' Ken MacLeodAn omnibus edition containing all three of Rob Boffard's thrilling Outer Earth novels: Tracer, Zero-G and Impact.Outer Earth is a huge space station orbiting the ruins of our planet. Dirty, overcrowded and inescapable, it's humanity's last refuge . . . and possibly its final resting place.For there are dark forces at work on the station: forces that seek to unleash chaos. If they succeed, there will be nowhere left to run. 'Fast-paced, action-packed, cinematic space adventure' Civilian Reader'Relentlessly fast pace...Vivid action scenes' SFX'Compelling, compulsive...Thoroughly entertaining' SciFi and Fantasy Reviews'Guaranteed to keep you hooked until the very last page' Glamour
Outer Earth: The exhilarating space adventure you won't want to miss (Outer Earth Ser. #1)
by Rob Boffard'EXHILARATING AND UNFORGETTABLE' Sarah Lotz, author of The Three'SETS A NEW STANDARD FOR ALL-ACTION SF' Ken MacLeodAn omnibus edition containing all three of Rob Boffard's thrilling Outer Earth novels: Tracer, Zero-G and Impact.Outer Earth is a huge space station orbiting the ruins of our planet. Dirty, overcrowded and inescapable, it's humanity's last refuge . . . and possibly its final resting place.For there are dark forces at work on the station: forces that seek to unleash chaos. If they succeed, there will be nowhere left to run. 'Fast-paced, action-packed, cinematic space adventure' Civilian Reader'Relentlessly fast pace...Vivid action scenes' SFX'Compelling, compulsive...Thoroughly entertaining' SciFi and Fantasy Reviews'Guaranteed to keep you hooked until the very last page' Glamour
Outer Space Bedtime Race
by Rob Sanders Brian WonAaaaaand they're off . . . to bed! <P><P>Aliens from every planet rocket through their out-of-this-world bedtime routines--they sink into steamy crater bubble baths and shimmy into deep-sleep suits, just like you (almost)! <P><P>Brian Won's glowing graphic art pops off the page, and Rob Sanders's goofy rhymes will have kids racing to snuggle under the covers and blast off to dreamland.
Outer Space to You: Forward By Lucus Louize
by Howard MengerFrom Outer Space to You, first published in 1959, is a fantastical account of encounters with aliens from other planets, alien abduction, space travel, UFOs, and teleportation. The second portion of the book deals, in part, with the best diet for optimal health, and growing nutritious foods. Included are 16 pages of illustrations of alien spacecraft and extraterrestrials. Author Howard Menger, who claimed to have met his first alien at the age of 10, died in 2009 at the age of 87.
Outfoxed (Cougar Falls #4)
by Marie HarteThe fourth stand-alone romance in New York Times bestseller Marie Harte’s small town, shapeshifter romance series: Cougar Falls.When a cat tries to outsmart a sexy fox, only love can save him. Grady Chastell, Shifter extraordinaire, wants a cat to mate. Not just any cat, but the delectable Gabby Easton, new to the pride. She’s sexy, kind, and can shift into two animal spirits. There’s just one problem. Gabby won’t take him seriously. He’s at his wit’s end trying to convince her to date him when more problems arrive in the form of a rival cat, his sisters, and the danger following them. Insert troublesome family, pranks gone wrong, and one whopper of a lie, and Grady finally has Gabby where he wants her, a heartbeat from being his forever. Until the truth comes out, hidden enemies surface, and Gabby, the love of his life, goes missing. It will take cunning, the help of the pride, and a good bit of trickery to convince his woman to forgive and forget. And more, to love him—the cat born to be hers. This title has been previously released. Warning, this title contains the following: a pride of pranksters, one foxy woman, a dancing cat, and twists and turns to find out who lands on top “…I'd say the author did a nice job of mixing things up and making it feel like a longer read. I would recommend this romance novella to fans of shapeshifter romances, especially if you're in the mood for a quick read.” Turning the Pages
Outlander Cocktails: The Official Drinks Guide Inspired by the Series (Outlander)
by James Shy Freeman Rebeccah MarstersTravel back in time with Claire and Jamie, drinking—and eating—your way through their adventures from the Scottish Highlands to the New World in this gorgeous book featuring 90 recipes for cocktails, nonalcoholic offerings, and plenty of bar bites.Grab your cocktail shaker and dive into Outlander Cocktails!Whether you&’re just learning to make cocktails at home, looking for creative ways to expand your cocktail knowledge, or throwing an Outlander watch party, this book will be your perfect guide.Inspired by Diana Gabaldon&’s wildly popular book series, Outlander Cocktails presents the historical perspective on drinking culture in the eighteenth and twentieth centuries as well as the origins of different spirits such as scotch, whiskey, rum, and ale. You&’ll find:• Thorough background pertaining to each type of spirit involved.• Drinks organized by category such as aperitifs, spirit-forward, after-dinner, and nonalcoholic options.• 75 cocktail recipes inspired by the series and by history, like the Bobby Burns and Angelus Bells and the Brandy and Splash that Claire and Roger first drank at the pub at Inverness, plus modern drinks like Collecting the Rents and Pink Linen Gown.• 15 recipes for food pairings, like Deviled Scotch Eggs, Crispy Fish Cakes with Saffron Aioli, and Chocolate Almond Shortbread.Outlander Cocktails offers something for any fan who wants to spend more time in the rich world of Outlander, drinking and eating with everyone&’s favorite Highlanders.
Outlander Knitting: The Official Book of 20 Knits Inspired by the Hit Series (Outlander)
by Kate AtherleyFeel the magic of Outlander at your fingertips with this officially licensed book of knitting: twenty patterns inspired by the hit series from STARZ and Sony Pictures Television, based on Diana Gabaldon's bestselling novels. From the Scottish Highlands to the courts of Versailles to the eastern shores of North America, the TV show Outlander brings to life in gorgeous detail the epic love story of Jamie Fraser and Claire Beauchamp Randall Fraser. But beyond the drama and passion, what has captured fans&’ imagination the most are the rustic knits worn on the show. Now knitters of all skill levels can recreate them with twenty projects for apparel, accessories, and home décor that take inspiration from memorable episodes. Knit the capelet cowl that Mrs. Fitz gives to Claire at Castle Leoch, warm your feet with Clan Mackenzie Boot Socks, swaddle your bairn with the Mo Chridhe Baby Blanket, and dress your Jamie in a warm waistcoat. From chunky knits to Celtic cables, each project includes a clearly written pattern, gorgeous photography, and scenes from the set. A love letter to the fans, Outlander Knitting will have you wishing you could time travel to the Highlands.
Outlander: A Novel (Outlander #1)
by Diana Gabaldon#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NOW A STARZ ORIGINAL SERIES Unrivaled storytelling. Unforgettable characters. Rich historical detail. These are the hallmarks of Diana Gabaldon&’s work. Her New York Times bestselling Outlander novels have earned the praise of critics and captured the hearts of millions of fans. Here is the story that started it all, introducing two remarkable characters, Claire Beauchamp Randall and Jamie Fraser, in a spellbinding novel of passion and history that combines exhilarating adventure with a love story for the ages.One of the top ten best-loved novels in America, as seen on PBS&’s The Great American Read!Scottish Highlands, 1945. Claire Randall, a former British combat nurse, is just back from the war and reunited with her husband on a second honeymoon when she walks through a standing stone in one of the ancient circles that dot the British Isles. Suddenly she is a Sassenach—an &“outlander&”—in a Scotland torn by war and raiding clans in the year of Our Lord . . . 1743. Claire is catapulted into the intrigues of a world that threatens her life, and may shatter her heart. Marooned amid danger, passion, and violence, Claire learns her only chance of safety lies in Jamie Fraser, a gallant young Scots warrior. What begins in compulsion becomes urgent need, and Claire finds herself torn between two very different men, in two irreconcilable lives.This eBook includes the full text of the novel plus the following additional content:• An excerpt from Diana Gabaldon&’s Dragonfly in Amber, the second novel in the Outlander series • An interview with Diana Gabaldon • An Outlander reader&’s guide Praise for Outlander &“Marvelous and fantastic adventures, romance, sex . . . perfect escape reading.&”—San Francisco Chronicle &“History comes deliciously alive on the page.&”—New York Daily News
Outlanders: Exile To Hell
by James AxlerTwo centuries after a nuclear holocaust had nearly destroyed America, banished warrior Kane joins forces with Brigid Baptiste, keeper of the archives, and Grant, a weapons specialist, to seek out the mysteries of the past and uncover clues to humankind's future.
Outlaw Alpha (Fangs of Anarchy #2)
by Nina BlackmanWelcome back to Rock Cover, Maine where biker gangs rule with an iron fist. Vampires and werewolves vying for control, and the hatred between warring clans is stronger than ever. Banned from his gang and ostracized by his family, a lone vampire will risk it all for one woman. USA Today bestselling paranormal romance author Dakota Cassidy, writing as Nina Blackman sculpts an esoteric tale of revenge, surrender, passion, and second chances as Liam McConnell fights for the forbidden.Forced into a paranormal settlement and dealing with arcane, sexist mate calls, werewolf Freya Ashe--ex-attorney, current quilter--thought life couldn't suck more. Unless she factored in her hunger for the sinfully luscious Liam McConnell--which she didn't. Nope. Uh-uh. Not at all. When you want someone you can't have, denial is the best policy.And on top of all that suck, the inconceivable has happened--Freya was chosen at the latest mate call. By the greasiest, smelliest, dumbest werewolf every to rub two brain cells together--Courtland Dodd. She'd rather chug battery acid than mate with the vile pack alpha, but in Freya's world, it's either surrender or suffer.Surly vampire Liam McConnell thought he'd lost everything when the government segregated paranormals. He was wrong. In recent months, he's been kicked out of his biker club, Fangs of Anarchy, and shunned by his very family. He'll be damned if he's going to lose the one woman he lusts for above all others--even if she is forbidden.This paranormal suspense contains dystopian themes, vampires, werewolves, shifters, and biker gangs.Previously Published: (2014/2015) Dakota Cassidy - The Fangs of Anarchy 2, Outlaw Alpha Serial. Part 1-Bound | Part 2-Undone | Part 3-Fugitives | Part 4-The Ultimatum | Part 5-Justified
Outlaw Love
by Judith StacyOf All the Rotten Luck!Kelsey Rodgers was already in trouble up to her elbows. The last thing she needed was a U.S. Marshal staying at her hotel. Especially one as sharp, sexy and dangerous as Clay Chandler was turning out to be!Clay just knew that Kelsey was going to get him into hot water. The little whirlwind had more secrets than sense and more sass than was legal. And darned if she hadn't gone and swept him off his feet like a greenhorn kid!
Outlaw Wife
by Ana SeymourWillow Davis Had The Face Of An AngelYet her celestial beauty couldn't hide the fact that she rode with an outlaw gang. Still, rancher Simon Grant owed her his life, and it looked as though the only way to return the favor was to make her his bride.Marriage to Simon would put an end to a lifetime on the run, though Willow wondered how she would ever repay the handsome stranger for the gifts of a new life and a chance at happiness, or prove to him that she was a woman worthy of trust.
Outlaw World
by Edmond HamiltonDREAD PERIL FROM BEYOND DEEP SPACEWhere are they from and what is their ultimate evil purpose?A band of dread invaders, led by a ruthless genius, is overcoming the system, sapping it of radium - its most vital element - killing all who stand in the way. Captain Future must find their base - their Outlaw World - and crush their deadly plot. He is the last hope in a crumbling solar system.
Outlaw of Gor (Chronicles of Counter-Earth #2)
by John NormanEXILE'S RETURN Tarl Cabot's long exile was over. Again he was back on Gor, the strange world of Counter-Earth, where he had once been the proudest warrior and mightiest tarnsman of that savage planet. But nothing was as it had been. His home city of Ko-ro-ba was destroyed, razed until not one stone remained standing. His beautiful mate, Talena, was dead or vanished. His family and friends were scattered across the globe. And Cabot was now declared an outlaw, with all men ordered to kill him on sight. His only chance was to find the strange Priest-Kings who ruled Gor and to submit himself to them. But Tarl Cabot was not about to submit!
Outlaw of Gor (Gorean Saga #2)
by John NormanA warrior falls as the cult classic sword and sorcery series continues—the inspiration for the film starring Jack Palance. Tarl Cabot finds himself transported back to Counter-Earth from the sedate life he has known as a history professor on Earth. He is glad to be back in his role as a dominant warrior and again in the arms of his true love. Yet Tarl finds that his name on Gor has been tainted, his city defiled, and all those he loves made outcasts. He is no longer in the position of a proud warrior, but an outlaw for whom the simplest answers must come at a high price. He wonders why the Priest-Kings have called him back to Gor, and whether it is only to render him powerless. Rediscover this brilliantly imagined world where men are masters and women live to serve their every desire. Outlaw of Gor is the 2nd book in the Gorean Saga, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order.
Outlaw, Champions of Kamigawa: Kamigawa Cycle, Book I (Kamigawa Cycle)
by Scott McgoughThe war with the spirit world has begun...In a world of mysticism and honor, a war is brewing. Spirits launch attacks against humans as, in the shadows, a terror lurks just beyond sight.Michiko, daughter of the warlord Konda, must brave the dangers outside her father's fortress to consult holy monks and the orochi, snake folk with a strong connection to the spirit world. Yet when Michiko meets Umezawa, a thief and black magic user, she realizes that to stop the war that is about to sweep the land, she may have to make alliances with her enemies.And the most dangerous foes may be her friends...
Outlaw: A Dark Fantasy Novel (On the Bones of Gods #2)
by K. EasonIn the heart of the Illhari Republic…Snowdenaelikk returns to Illharek, the city--and life--she rejected, looking for help against the vengeful dragon god rising on the border. With her comes Veiko, her outlander partner who can talk to the dead. But instead of allies, Snow finds conspiracy. The enemy’s already in Illharek.And when the city falls, the dragon will be waiting.Praise for K. Eason's Books"This story delights from cover to cover. The political intrigue never fails to surprise, each character is layered and compelling, and there’s a perfect balance between science-fiction action and fairy-tale fantasy. Do not, under any circumstances, miss out on this." —Kirkus (starred review) on How Rory Thorne Destroyed the Multiverse"Eason adds a feminist modern twist to fairy tale and sf tropes while presenting an intergalactic adventure that enthralls in its own right, striking that ideal balance between original and familiar.... A delightful start to what promises to be a smart, unique series." —Booklist (starred review) on How Rory Thorne Destroyed the Multiverse"Exquisitely written with complex characters, sardonic wit, and immersive worldbuilding. Highly recommended." —Library Journal (starred review) on How Rory Thorne Destroyed the Multiverse“Readers seeking a genre-blending tale will enjoy Eason’s no-nonsense tone as she sets the plot of a thriller within her established world of science fiction and fantasy.” —Booklist on Nightwatch on the Hinterlands“Eason has a real talent for building engrossing and intricate worlds that feel both whimsical and real at the same time.” —The Quill to Live on Nightwatch on the Hinterlands“Splendid stuff!” —Jason M. Hough, New York Times bestselling author on Nightwatch on the Hinterlands“[This] is a perfect blending of sci-fi and fantasyNightwatch on the Hinterlands
Outlaw: A Marvel Heroines Novel (Marvel Heroines)
by Tristan PalmgrenSuper-powered mercenary Outlaw is always ready for a fight, but when her own mind is being stolen from her, she&’ll have to find a new way to defeat the bad guys, in this fast-paced Marvel Heroines adventure.Inez Temple, aka Outlaw, is a key member of Domino&’s mercenary team, the Posse, but when a job goes sideways Outlaw finds herself on the outside, and in an alarming state. A merc in her line of work needs to be sharp, but Inez&’s mind is slipping away from her. Mutant-hating telepath Johnny Dee is robbing her of the only things she&’s ever counted on: her wits and her courage, and worse – her very identity. Inez&’s bloody revenge will take her on a chase through the Texas desert and a labyrinth of her own worst memories.
Outlawed
by Anna NorthIn the year of our Lord 1894, I became an outlaw. The day of her wedding, 17 year old Ada’s life looks good; she loves her husband, and she loves working as an apprentice to her mother, a respected midwife. But after a year of marriage and no pregnancy, in a town where barren women are routinely hanged as witches, her survival depends on leaving behind everything she knows. She joins up with the notorious Hole in the Wall Gang, a band of outlaws led by a preacher-turned-robber known to all as the Kid. Charismatic, grandiose, and mercurial, the Kid is determined to create a safe haven for outcast women. But to make this dream a reality, the Gang hatches a treacherous plan that may get them all killed. And Ada must decide whether she’s willing to risk her life for the possibility of a new kind of future for them all. Featuring an irresistibly no-nonsense, courageous, and determined heroine, Outlawed dusts off the myth of the old West and reignites the glimmering promise of the frontier with an entirely new set of feminist stakes. Anna North has crafted a pulse-racing, page-turning saga about the search for hope in the wake of death, and for truth in a climate of small-mindedness and fear.
Outlawed
by Anna NorthIn the year of our Lord 1894, I became an outlaw. On the day of her wedding-dance, Ada feels lucky. She loves her broad-shouldered, bashful husband and her job as an apprentice midwife.
Outlaws of Time #2: The Song of Glory and Ghost
by N. D. WilsonFrom the bestselling author of 100 Cupboards comes the second book in a one-of-a-kind middle grade time travel series that is perfect for fans of Soman Chainani's School for Good and Evil books.Sam Miracle never thought that his future could lie in the past. But after leaping through centuries at the side of a mystical time walker, Sam and his best friend, Glory, know that the next morning’s sun could belong to yesterday as easily as tomorrow.But no day is safe. Since the Vulture escaped, Sam and Glory’s greatest nemesis has left no time nor place unmarked by his path of destruction. At least Sam and Glory have Peter, the youngest version of their mentor, Father Tiempo, to help repair the sands of time... until they don’t.Determined to save their friend from the Vulture’s clutches, Sam and Glory put their trust in Ghost, a creature from before time itself. But now, the sidekick must fill the legend’s shoes, the hero must play backup, and the powers they have yet to discover might just hold the key to protecting every last second for eons to come.
Outlaws of Time: The Last of the Lost Boys (Outlaws Of Time Ser. #3)
by N. D. WilsonFrom the bestselling author of 100 Cupboards comes the spellbinding finale of the Outlaws of Time series, perfect for fans of Armand Baltazar’s Timeless: Diego and the Rangers of the Vastlantic or Soman Chainani’s School of Good and Evil series.Alex always thought his life was boring at best. But when he learns that his favorite time-traveling heroes Sam and Glory are his real parents, Alex realizes he never needed to dream of an elsewhere. Just an elsewhen.But when Alex sets out to find Father Tiempo, he is ambushed and transformed into the powerful villain El Terremento. Now there’s not a second to waste.Unless Sam and Glory Miracle can stop the son they didn’t even know they were going to have—let alone lose—history will be unhinged, for good.