Author: Piers Anthony
Publisher: Del Rey
ISBN: 030781565X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
In this first novel of the Incarnations of Immortality, Piers Anthony combines a gripping story of romance and conflicting loyalties with a deeply moving examination of the meaning of life and death. This is a novel that will long linger in the reader's mind. Shooting Death was a mistake, as Zane soon discovered. For the man who killed the Incarnation of Death was immediately forced to assume the vacant position! Thereafter, he must speed over the world, riding his pale horse, and ending the lives of others. Zane was forced to accept his unwelcome task, despite the rules that seemed woefully unfair. But then he found himself being drawn into an evil plot of Satan. Already the prince of Evil was forging a trap in which Zane must act to destroy Luna, the woman he loved. He could see only one possible way to defeat the Father of Lies. It was unthinkable—but he had no other solution!
On a Pale Horse
Author: Piers Anthony
Publisher: Del Rey
ISBN: 030781565X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
In this first novel of the Incarnations of Immortality, Piers Anthony combines a gripping story of romance and conflicting loyalties with a deeply moving examination of the meaning of life and death. This is a novel that will long linger in the reader's mind. Shooting Death was a mistake, as Zane soon discovered. For the man who killed the Incarnation of Death was immediately forced to assume the vacant position! Thereafter, he must speed over the world, riding his pale horse, and ending the lives of others. Zane was forced to accept his unwelcome task, despite the rules that seemed woefully unfair. But then he found himself being drawn into an evil plot of Satan. Already the prince of Evil was forging a trap in which Zane must act to destroy Luna, the woman he loved. He could see only one possible way to defeat the Father of Lies. It was unthinkable—but he had no other solution!
Publisher: Del Rey
ISBN: 030781565X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
In this first novel of the Incarnations of Immortality, Piers Anthony combines a gripping story of romance and conflicting loyalties with a deeply moving examination of the meaning of life and death. This is a novel that will long linger in the reader's mind. Shooting Death was a mistake, as Zane soon discovered. For the man who killed the Incarnation of Death was immediately forced to assume the vacant position! Thereafter, he must speed over the world, riding his pale horse, and ending the lives of others. Zane was forced to accept his unwelcome task, despite the rules that seemed woefully unfair. But then he found himself being drawn into an evil plot of Satan. Already the prince of Evil was forging a trap in which Zane must act to destroy Luna, the woman he loved. He could see only one possible way to defeat the Father of Lies. It was unthinkable—but he had no other solution!
The Chosen One
Author: Ashley LeBlanc
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1039184804
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
When an evil king discovers a mysterious black sword hidden in a cave, it releases a dark and mysterious power on one side of the world and a light power on the other. The dark power enables the king to succeed where before he consistently failed, and he begins to assemble a powerful army. Meanwhile, the light power enters a baby boy born to the king and queen of the recently united Seven Kingdoms. Ari, a gifted healer and friend to the queen, recognizes what has happened immediately and has the boy sent away for his own safety. Living in obscurity for over two decades, the boy, now a man, is finally summoned to fulfill his destiny as the chosen one who will save the Seven Kingdoms from the terrible power unleashed by the black sword. Before that can happen, however, not only must he accept his destiny, he must also learn how to manipulate “ladinya,” the essence from which all things are made. With the forces of evil seeking to thwart his training at every turn, it is only a matter of time before he must stand and face the darkness, before it cover the world completely.
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1039184804
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
When an evil king discovers a mysterious black sword hidden in a cave, it releases a dark and mysterious power on one side of the world and a light power on the other. The dark power enables the king to succeed where before he consistently failed, and he begins to assemble a powerful army. Meanwhile, the light power enters a baby boy born to the king and queen of the recently united Seven Kingdoms. Ari, a gifted healer and friend to the queen, recognizes what has happened immediately and has the boy sent away for his own safety. Living in obscurity for over two decades, the boy, now a man, is finally summoned to fulfill his destiny as the chosen one who will save the Seven Kingdoms from the terrible power unleashed by the black sword. Before that can happen, however, not only must he accept his destiny, he must also learn how to manipulate “ladinya,” the essence from which all things are made. With the forces of evil seeking to thwart his training at every turn, it is only a matter of time before he must stand and face the darkness, before it cover the world completely.
Geis II
Author: Alexis Deacon
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1910620270
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The second volume of Geis picks up right where the first graphic novel concluded: with the contenders divided against their will and thrown deeper into the mysterious game. Can the alliances of power be relied upon when so many rewards lay upon the line? Deacons' stunning illustrations carry forward the compelling and critically acclaimed narrative as the trilogy reaches its midpoint.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1910620270
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The second volume of Geis picks up right where the first graphic novel concluded: with the contenders divided against their will and thrown deeper into the mysterious game. Can the alliances of power be relied upon when so many rewards lay upon the line? Deacons' stunning illustrations carry forward the compelling and critically acclaimed narrative as the trilogy reaches its midpoint.
Blessing or Curse
Author: Derek Prince
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 1441200118
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 305
Book Description
Life's trials and triumphs can seem accidental. One person may feel that life is a constant struggle in which pitfalls abound and someone seems out to get him. Another may feel that every day is a gift from God with special blessings just for her. That's because forces are at work in our lives: the blessings of a loving God or the curses of our spiritual adversary. This hugely popular classic work of Derek Prince helps readers recognize if there are curses at work in their lives and shows them how to get out from under those curses to live under God's blessings. This third edition of Blessing or Curse includes an extensive new study guide for small group or individual use.
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 1441200118
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 305
Book Description
Life's trials and triumphs can seem accidental. One person may feel that life is a constant struggle in which pitfalls abound and someone seems out to get him. Another may feel that every day is a gift from God with special blessings just for her. That's because forces are at work in our lives: the blessings of a loving God or the curses of our spiritual adversary. This hugely popular classic work of Derek Prince helps readers recognize if there are curses at work in their lives and shows them how to get out from under those curses to live under God's blessings. This third edition of Blessing or Curse includes an extensive new study guide for small group or individual use.
Cursed
Author: Thomas Wheeler
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 1534425330
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
Now an original series starring Katherine Langford on Netflix! The Lady of the Lake is the true hero in this cinematic twist on the tale of King Arthur created by Thomas Wheeler and legendary artist, producer, and director Frank Miller (300, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Sin City). Featuring 8 full-color and 30 black-and-white pieces of original artwork by Frank Miller. Whosoever wields the Sword of Power shall be the one true King. But what if the Sword has chosen a Queen? Nimue grew up an outcast. Her connection to dark magic made her something to be feared in her Druid village, and that made her desperate to leave… That is, until her entire village is slaughtered by Red Paladins, and Nimue’s fate is forever altered. Charged by her dying mother to reunite an ancient sword with a legendary sorcerer, Nimue is now her people’s only hope. Her mission leaves little room for revenge, but the growing power within her can think of little else. Nimue teams up with a charming mercenary named Arthur and refugee Fey Folk from across England. She wields a sword meant for the one true king, battling paladins and the armies of a corrupt king. She struggles to unite her people, avenge her family, and discover the truth about her destiny. But perhaps the one thing that can change Destiny itself is found at the edge of a blade.
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 1534425330
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
Now an original series starring Katherine Langford on Netflix! The Lady of the Lake is the true hero in this cinematic twist on the tale of King Arthur created by Thomas Wheeler and legendary artist, producer, and director Frank Miller (300, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Sin City). Featuring 8 full-color and 30 black-and-white pieces of original artwork by Frank Miller. Whosoever wields the Sword of Power shall be the one true King. But what if the Sword has chosen a Queen? Nimue grew up an outcast. Her connection to dark magic made her something to be feared in her Druid village, and that made her desperate to leave… That is, until her entire village is slaughtered by Red Paladins, and Nimue’s fate is forever altered. Charged by her dying mother to reunite an ancient sword with a legendary sorcerer, Nimue is now her people’s only hope. Her mission leaves little room for revenge, but the growing power within her can think of little else. Nimue teams up with a charming mercenary named Arthur and refugee Fey Folk from across England. She wields a sword meant for the one true king, battling paladins and the armies of a corrupt king. She struggles to unite her people, avenge her family, and discover the truth about her destiny. But perhaps the one thing that can change Destiny itself is found at the edge of a blade.
Fate of the Fallen
Author: Kel Kade
Publisher: Tor Books
ISBN: 1250293804
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 315
Book Description
Fate of the Fallen is the start of a brand new adventure from New York Times bestselling author Kel Kade Not all stories have happy endings. Everyone loves Mathias. Naturally, when he discovers it’s his destiny to save the world, he dives in head first, pulling his best friend Aaslo along for the ride. However, saving the world isn’t as easy, or exciting, as it sounds in the stories. The going gets rough and folks start to believe their best chance for survival is to surrender to the forces of evil, which isn’t how the prophecy goes. At all. As the list of allies grows thin, and the friends find themselves staring death in the face they must decide how to become the heroes they were destined to be or, failing that, how to survive. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Publisher: Tor Books
ISBN: 1250293804
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 315
Book Description
Fate of the Fallen is the start of a brand new adventure from New York Times bestselling author Kel Kade Not all stories have happy endings. Everyone loves Mathias. Naturally, when he discovers it’s his destiny to save the world, he dives in head first, pulling his best friend Aaslo along for the ride. However, saving the world isn’t as easy, or exciting, as it sounds in the stories. The going gets rough and folks start to believe their best chance for survival is to surrender to the forces of evil, which isn’t how the prophecy goes. At all. As the list of allies grows thin, and the friends find themselves staring death in the face they must decide how to become the heroes they were destined to be or, failing that, how to survive. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Chosen Not Cursed
Author: Jefferson D. Edwards
Publisher: Pneuma Life Pub
ISBN: 9781562291853
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Jefferson Edwards is Founder and Pastor of Inner-City Christian Center in Kansas City, Missouri. He has a special commission and calling to bring down the barriers that divide races and denominations and is well-known as a youth counsellor and minister to pastors, especially in the inner-cities of America. Rev. Edwards received both his bachelors and masters degrees in Bible Theology from International Bible Institute and Seminary in Orlando, Florida. The ministry of this gifted preacher, teacher, counsellor, evangelist and author is much in demand.
Publisher: Pneuma Life Pub
ISBN: 9781562291853
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Jefferson Edwards is Founder and Pastor of Inner-City Christian Center in Kansas City, Missouri. He has a special commission and calling to bring down the barriers that divide races and denominations and is well-known as a youth counsellor and minister to pastors, especially in the inner-cities of America. Rev. Edwards received both his bachelors and masters degrees in Bible Theology from International Bible Institute and Seminary in Orlando, Florida. The ministry of this gifted preacher, teacher, counsellor, evangelist and author is much in demand.
The Curse of Chalion
Author: Lois McMaster Bujold
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0061793043
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 452
Book Description
A man broken in body and spirit, Cazaril returns to the noble household he once served as page and is named secretary-tutor to the beautiful, strong-willed sister of the impetuous boy who is next in line to rule. It is an assignment Cazaril dreads, for it must ultimately lead him to the place he most fears: the royal court of Cardegoss, where the powerful enemies who once placed him in chains now occupy lofty positions. But it is more than the traitorous intrigues of villains that threaten Cazaril and the Royesse Iselle here, for a sinister curse hangs like a sword over the entire blighted House of Chalion. And only by employing the darkest, most forbidden of magics can Cazaril hope to protect his royal charge -- an act that will mark him as a tool of the miraculous . . . and trap him in a lethal maze of demonic paradox.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0061793043
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 452
Book Description
A man broken in body and spirit, Cazaril returns to the noble household he once served as page and is named secretary-tutor to the beautiful, strong-willed sister of the impetuous boy who is next in line to rule. It is an assignment Cazaril dreads, for it must ultimately lead him to the place he most fears: the royal court of Cardegoss, where the powerful enemies who once placed him in chains now occupy lofty positions. But it is more than the traitorous intrigues of villains that threaten Cazaril and the Royesse Iselle here, for a sinister curse hangs like a sword over the entire blighted House of Chalion. And only by employing the darkest, most forbidden of magics can Cazaril hope to protect his royal charge -- an act that will mark him as a tool of the miraculous . . . and trap him in a lethal maze of demonic paradox.
Curse of Infiniti
Author: Rachel Hetrick
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781953139009
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Can she collect enough fragments of her past before the nightmarish figure from her dreams catches up with her?As she wakes up in a bedroom she doesn't recognize, Ellayne becomes increasingly aware of one thing: she has no memories-no identity-no name. Dark figures not only haunt her nightmares, but also stalk her in reality. Ellayne finds herself on the run, chased by a hooded archer with deadly aim. When the source of her memory loss is uncovered, Ellayne and the companions she's made along the way must find a way to reverse the damage done to her by magic before she loses her memories again. *If you enjoy escaping into enchanting worlds full of adventure, mystery, magic, and with a hint of romance, then pick up this story today and find yourself lost in the magical land of Phildeterre. (This is a clean novel appropriate for all ages).
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781953139009
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Can she collect enough fragments of her past before the nightmarish figure from her dreams catches up with her?As she wakes up in a bedroom she doesn't recognize, Ellayne becomes increasingly aware of one thing: she has no memories-no identity-no name. Dark figures not only haunt her nightmares, but also stalk her in reality. Ellayne finds herself on the run, chased by a hooded archer with deadly aim. When the source of her memory loss is uncovered, Ellayne and the companions she's made along the way must find a way to reverse the damage done to her by magic before she loses her memories again. *If you enjoy escaping into enchanting worlds full of adventure, mystery, magic, and with a hint of romance, then pick up this story today and find yourself lost in the magical land of Phildeterre. (This is a clean novel appropriate for all ages).
The Curse of the Mistwraith (The Wars of Light and Shadow, Book 1)
Author: Janny Wurts
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0007346905
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 786
Book Description
BOOK ONE IN THE GROUNDBREAKING SERIES, THE WARS OF LIGHT AND SHADOW A powerful, layered weaving of myth, prose and pure imagination – Curse of the Mistwraith opens an epic fantasy series perfect for fans of The Dark Tower and Earthsea.
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0007346905
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 786
Book Description
BOOK ONE IN THE GROUNDBREAKING SERIES, THE WARS OF LIGHT AND SHADOW A powerful, layered weaving of myth, prose and pure imagination – Curse of the Mistwraith opens an epic fantasy series perfect for fans of The Dark Tower and Earthsea.