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Watcher's Web
Watcher's Web Patty Jansen
She is lost on an alien planet. He said he'd help her get home. He lied.
Jessica's plane develops engine trouble over the dry Australian inland—and crashes in thick, unfamiliar rainforest.
A group she thinks is a search party shows up, but it consists of large-eyed not-quite people who kill all survivors except Jessica and a long-haired hippie named Brian.
No one is going to come to rescue her. In fact, they're not even on Earth.
While the pair wrestle their way through the forest in search for help, Jessica becomes ever more suspicious of Brian. Why does he know so much about the world where they have ended up? Why is he so insistent on helping her?
A gritty survival story in the vein of The Hunger Games, set in a Star Wars locality.
Jessica's plane develops engine trouble over the dry Australian inland—and crashes in thick, unfamiliar rainforest.
A group she thinks is a search party shows up, but it consists of large-eyed not-quite people who kill all survivors except Jessica and a long-haired hippie named Brian.
No one is going to come to rescue her. In fact, they're not even on Earth.
While the pair wrestle their way through the forest in search for help, Jessica becomes ever more suspicious of Brian. Why does he know so much about the world where they have ended up? Why is he so insistent on helping her?
A gritty survival story in the vein of The Hunger Games, set in a Star Wars locality.
Great cover and an intriguing premise.
I'm delighted to include Patty Jansen's Ambassador 1: Seeing Red among my "select few." Deftly and swiftly, her beginning shifts into high, machine-gunning intriquing clues vis a vis later reveals. One knows just enough about what's going on to continue reading without scratching one's head, but not enough to make the whole book a fait accompli. Quick immersion in tight, realistic action promises a great read.
No matter what Patty Jansen writes, there is always that underlying personality that makes her books interesting AND there are her sometimes wildly imaginative worlds that forgo the bounds of what we all know and expect. They give us something entertaining and surprising. And she is Australian. If that comment doesn't make sense then you will have to just read her stories to see what I mean. It is meant in a good way.
Incredible work by an author I truly admire!
Very intriguing! This is promising to be very interesting series... Keep it coming, Patty!
Rising Storm Preview
Rising Storm Preview Kyla Stone
A gripping near-future apocalyptic series perfect for fans of Maze Runner and Hunger Games.
To privileged Amelia, the lavish Grand Voyager is just another gilded cage. For Gabriel, a covert resistance fighter, it's his one chance for vengeance.
But when terrorists storm the ship, Amelia and Gabriel are forced into an uneasy alliance. As the lines between enemies and allies blur, they uncover an even greater threat—and it’s already on the ship.
Now, they're thrust into a battle not just for their survival, but for the fate of humanity itself.
If you like apocalyptic thrillers with cool tech, unique settings, and vivid characters, you'll enjoy this fast-paced dystopian perfect for fans of Legend and Divergent.
Note: Kyla Stone's welcome email includes the link to the full book.
To privileged Amelia, the lavish Grand Voyager is just another gilded cage. For Gabriel, a covert resistance fighter, it's his one chance for vengeance.
But when terrorists storm the ship, Amelia and Gabriel are forced into an uneasy alliance. As the lines between enemies and allies blur, they uncover an even greater threat—and it’s already on the ship.
Now, they're thrust into a battle not just for their survival, but for the fate of humanity itself.
If you like apocalyptic thrillers with cool tech, unique settings, and vivid characters, you'll enjoy this fast-paced dystopian perfect for fans of Legend and Divergent.
Note: Kyla Stone's welcome email includes the link to the full book.
Waiting to Fly
Waiting to Fly Sherry D. Ramsey
Teenage orphan Lucy Daz is carving out a busker’s life on Damyadi Space Station, saving what credits she can for passage to one of Nearspace’s new colony worlds. But when a hawker turns up on the station selling a “miracle cure” for space sickness, Lucy is faced with a tough decision: try to ignore to the problem and the pricking of her conscience, or take a big risk to protect the unsuspecting colonists who come to her shows….
Jane Carter of Earth and the Rescue that Neve...
Oracle's Hunt
Oracle's Hunt A. Claire Everward
A security-critical facility is destroyed to get to it and it is called Oracle.
That's all USFID investigator Donovan Pierce knows. And while he is told
to find whoever perpetrated the deadly attack, and find them fast, he is
also warned not to look for Oracle itself.
Lara Holsworth never expected Oracle to be in any danger. She would like nothing more than to keep it secret and Pierce away from it--and from her, but hiding is no longer an option.
With those who now know too much more determined than ever to destroy Oracle, will its protectors' cooperation be enough to keep it safe?
That's all USFID investigator Donovan Pierce knows. And while he is told
to find whoever perpetrated the deadly attack, and find them fast, he is
also warned not to look for Oracle itself.
Lara Holsworth never expected Oracle to be in any danger. She would like nothing more than to keep it secret and Pierce away from it--and from her, but hiding is no longer an option.
With those who now know too much more determined than ever to destroy Oracle, will its protectors' cooperation be enough to keep it safe?
The First
The First A. Claire Everward
Find Her.
Is the ancient directive that has once again reawakened in the hearts of
those who hide.
Kill Her!
Is the frantic command of those who fear their rise.
Aelia returns from a vacation that did not go quite as she expected, to a
life she does not feel at home in but that is, at least, hers. Or so she thinks. Within days of returning she is targeted by a hitman and she has no idea why.
But then neither does he. All Kyle Rhys knows is that to protect humanity,
this woman must die. At least, he thinks, killing her will be easy. After all,
the organization that has raised him has prepared him for her death
his entire life. So why can’t he kill her?
In an impossible turn of events, both killer and target find themselves
on the run from those who would stop at nothing to destroy them.
Is the ancient directive that has once again reawakened in the hearts of
those who hide.
Kill Her!
Is the frantic command of those who fear their rise.
Aelia returns from a vacation that did not go quite as she expected, to a
life she does not feel at home in but that is, at least, hers. Or so she thinks. Within days of returning she is targeted by a hitman and she has no idea why.
But then neither does he. All Kyle Rhys knows is that to protect humanity,
this woman must die. At least, he thinks, killing her will be easy. After all,
the organization that has raised him has prepared him for her death
his entire life. So why can’t he kill her?
In an impossible turn of events, both killer and target find themselves
on the run from those who would stop at nothing to destroy them.
Chasing a Cure: A Zombie Novel
Chasing a Cure: A Zombie Novel RM Hamrick
Everyone's lost someone to the outbreak. Audra has a chance to get hers back.
To earn access to the pricey antiviral, Audra signs up as a tagger, finding people's wandering zombie family members. But with time running out for her sister, she must entertain another offer -- a cure in return for bolstering a rebellion against the company in charge of it all.
To earn access to the pricey antiviral, Audra signs up as a tagger, finding people's wandering zombie family members. But with time running out for her sister, she must entertain another offer -- a cure in return for bolstering a rebellion against the company in charge of it all.
Love the way this cover pulls you in! Can't wait for more from this author!
Chasing a Cure is gripping zombie action, with nice sprinkling of humour. Great stuff.
IMPROBABLES a satire about very large numbers
IMPROBABLES a satire about very large numbers Steve M
The end of the universe will not be an accident.
It wasn’t last time either.
Elaine McGee is a science teacher going through tough times. Then the spaceship arrived. Welcome to the Final War, Earthling. Can Elaine stop RESET?
The Goodness Empire controls 80% of the universe. Don’t let the name fool you. It is an empire built on conquest and slavery. They are five former enemies navigating the bumpy new era of cooperation. Chiro leads them ruthlessly. 80% isn’t enough for him.
Mathematics professor Lawrence Chu is in love with professor Kassman. One night he gave her a drunken absurdist hypothesis that the central tendency of the universe indicated that they kiss again. The argument resulted in a breakthrough weapon. The final war has started.
It wasn’t last time either.
Elaine McGee is a science teacher going through tough times. Then the spaceship arrived. Welcome to the Final War, Earthling. Can Elaine stop RESET?
The Goodness Empire controls 80% of the universe. Don’t let the name fool you. It is an empire built on conquest and slavery. They are five former enemies navigating the bumpy new era of cooperation. Chiro leads them ruthlessly. 80% isn’t enough for him.
Mathematics professor Lawrence Chu is in love with professor Kassman. One night he gave her a drunken absurdist hypothesis that the central tendency of the universe indicated that they kiss again. The argument resulted in a breakthrough weapon. The final war has started.
Fire Fight - The Fire Planets Saga #1 (Instaf...
Fire Fight - The Fire Planets Saga #1 (Instafreebie Sample) Chris Ward
A gripping new space opera saga from acclaimed author Chris Ward …
On the fire planet of Abalon 3, an evil warlord threatens to unleash a wave of destruction in order to take control of the planet's valuable source of trioxyglobin, a dangerous but valuable liquid used for starship fuel. The only person capable of stopping him is Lianetta Jansen, a disgraced former Galactic Military Policewoman now turned smuggler, who is haunted by a terrible tragedy in her past. Along with her ragtag, wisecracking crew—the one-armed pilot Caladan, and the malfunctioning droid, Harlan5—Lia must confront her own demons, while trying to stop another.
On the fire planet of Abalon 3, an evil warlord threatens to unleash a wave of destruction in order to take control of the planet's valuable source of trioxyglobin, a dangerous but valuable liquid used for starship fuel. The only person capable of stopping him is Lianetta Jansen, a disgraced former Galactic Military Policewoman now turned smuggler, who is haunted by a terrible tragedy in her past. Along with her ragtag, wisecracking crew—the one-armed pilot Caladan, and the malfunctioning droid, Harlan5—Lia must confront her own demons, while trying to stop another.
Birth of a Star
Birth of a Star Wayne Meyers
Aldrea, the feisty daughter of a Quenterian scientist, agrees to accompany her parents on a routine mission with mixed emotions. It was better than another resort vacation, but lacks the adventure and excitement she craves. So when her father is taken prisoner by a deranged Radical agent on a deserted planet, Aldrea doesn't think twice--she goes after them.
But time is running out. With the greatest discovery in Quenterian history in the balance, Aldrea must rescue herself first before the prize they seek kills them all.
But time is running out. With the greatest discovery in Quenterian history in the balance, Aldrea must rescue herself first before the prize they seek kills them all.
Intriguing concept and cover. Fiesty daughter stories always draw me in, there's always so much to explore! Great storytelling!
Wow--what a riveting blurb--with such a unique plot and characters. Can't wait to read the full novel.
This story looks like a lot of fun!
Erase and Rewind
FREYJA'S DAUGHTER (Wild Women 1)
FREYJA'S DAUGHTER (Wild Women 1) Rachel Sullivan
Well behaved women seldom make history, but they still end up as the monsters in folklore.
The Handmaid's Tale meets The Power.
FREYJA’S DAUGHTER introduces Faline Frey, a bounty hunter and member of the Washington huldra coterie, who must unite the succubi, harpies, mermaids, and rusalki to rescue her sister and escape the clutches of the Hunters––the mysterious men who have been controlling the Wild Women for centuries.
"With clever wit, she crafts a battle between Wild Women and Hunters that will inspire readers to fight the patriarchy." Publishers Weekly
"Strong characters. Smart writing. The most fun I've had between the pages in a long time! Pudelek's debut is not to be missed!" - New York Times bestselling author, Wendy Higgins
The Handmaid's Tale meets The Power.
FREYJA’S DAUGHTER introduces Faline Frey, a bounty hunter and member of the Washington huldra coterie, who must unite the succubi, harpies, mermaids, and rusalki to rescue her sister and escape the clutches of the Hunters––the mysterious men who have been controlling the Wild Women for centuries.
"With clever wit, she crafts a battle between Wild Women and Hunters that will inspire readers to fight the patriarchy." Publishers Weekly
"Strong characters. Smart writing. The most fun I've had between the pages in a long time! Pudelek's debut is not to be missed!" - New York Times bestselling author, Wendy Higgins
The Crimson Cobra
The Crimson Cobra Thomas Green
Slavers attack the village. Evelyn's peaceful night at the local inn thus turns into a battle for survival, a battle that does not go well. Struck into chains, Evelyn is captured and dragged away with the remaining survivors of the village. Will she manage to escape, or will she end up being sold into slavery?
No Safe Haven Preview
No Safe Haven Preview Kyla Stone
A gripping post-apocalyptic survival thriller for fans of Hunger Games and Wolf Road.
When a deadly pandemic ravages the country, Raven finds herself isolated at her family's zoo. Using the skills her father taught her, Raven knows how to survive.
But the threat is just beginning. As the outside world collapses into chaos, a dangerous gang discovers Raven's refuge. And they'll stop at nothing to take what she has...
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When a deadly pandemic ravages the country, Raven finds herself isolated at her family's zoo. Using the skills her father taught her, Raven knows how to survive.
But the threat is just beginning. As the outside world collapses into chaos, a dangerous gang discovers Raven's refuge. And they'll stop at nothing to take what she has...
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Breakers of the Dawn
Lessons
Lessons S.K. Randolph
The loss of her people. The responsibility of leadership. Will this broken heart be mended?
As tragedy and the often brutal life in the Desert of Fera Finnero rob WoNa of the people she loves most, she learns to find solace in her personal journals.
Masking her deep sense of loss, she stoically performs her duties as Headwoman and Oracle until fate brings a stranger to the oasis…a stranger with the potential to mend her broken heart.
The UnFolding
A fantasy fiction tale of adventure and intrigue, follows a group of diverse characters on a quest to save the last remnant of Old Earth and to help bring balance to their home planets.
As tragedy and the often brutal life in the Desert of Fera Finnero rob WoNa of the people she loves most, she learns to find solace in her personal journals.
Masking her deep sense of loss, she stoically performs her duties as Headwoman and Oracle until fate brings a stranger to the oasis…a stranger with the potential to mend her broken heart.
The UnFolding
A fantasy fiction tale of adventure and intrigue, follows a group of diverse characters on a quest to save the last remnant of Old Earth and to help bring balance to their home planets.