Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Agriculture
Languages : en
Pages : 586
Book Description
The Lightning Keeper
Author: Starling Lawrence
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0061856797
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 678
Book Description
This is the story of an unlikely love at the dawn of the electric age in America. In 1914, Toma Pekocevic is a penniless immigrant in New York recently escaped from the bloody politics of the Balkans that has claimed most of his family. He is also a gifted inventor who designs a revolutionary water turbine while working with Harriet Bigelow, scion of a proud Connecticut iron-making dynasty now fallen on hard times. Their attraction is immediate and overwhelming, but every circumstance is against them. Toma's invention is all he has after losing Harriet to a wealthy politician, but he is determined to win her back, setting the stage for a confrontation that could change not only his life but the course of scientific progress.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0061856797
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 678
Book Description
This is the story of an unlikely love at the dawn of the electric age in America. In 1914, Toma Pekocevic is a penniless immigrant in New York recently escaped from the bloody politics of the Balkans that has claimed most of his family. He is also a gifted inventor who designs a revolutionary water turbine while working with Harriet Bigelow, scion of a proud Connecticut iron-making dynasty now fallen on hard times. Their attraction is immediate and overwhelming, but every circumstance is against them. Toma's invention is all he has after losing Harriet to a wealthy politician, but he is determined to win her back, setting the stage for a confrontation that could change not only his life but the course of scientific progress.
In the Shadow of Lightning
Author: Brian McClellan
Publisher: Tor Books
ISBN: 1250755700
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 558
Book Description
From Brian McClellan, author of The Powder Mage trilogy, comes the first novel in the Glass Immortals series, In the Shadow of Lightning, an epic fantasy where magic is a finite resource—and it’s running out. "Excellent worldbuilding and a truly epic narrative combine into Brian's finest work to date. Heartily recommended to anyone who wants a new favorite fantasy series to read."—Brandon Sanderson Demir Grappo is an outcast—he fled a life of wealth and power, abandoning his responsibilities as a general, a governor, and a son. Now he will live out his days as a grifter, rootless, and alone. But when his mother is brutally murdered, Demir must return from exile to claim his seat at the head of the family and uncover the truth that got her killed: the very power that keeps civilization turning, godglass, is running out. Now, Demir must find allies, old friends and rivals alike, confront the powerful guild-families who are only interested in making the most of the scraps left at the table and uncover the invisible hand that threatens the Empire. A war is coming, a war unlike any other. And Demir and his ragtag group of outcasts are the only thing that stands in the way of the end of life as the world knows it. "Powerful rival families, murderous conspiracies, epic battles, larger-than-life characters, and magic."—Fonda Lee, author of The Green Bone Saga "Engaging, fast-paced and epic."—James Islington, author of In The Shadow of What Was Lost "Clever, fun, and by turns beautifully bloody, In the Shadow of Lightning hits like a bolt through a stained glass window."—Megan E. O'Keefe, author of Chaos Vector At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Publisher: Tor Books
ISBN: 1250755700
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 558
Book Description
From Brian McClellan, author of The Powder Mage trilogy, comes the first novel in the Glass Immortals series, In the Shadow of Lightning, an epic fantasy where magic is a finite resource—and it’s running out. "Excellent worldbuilding and a truly epic narrative combine into Brian's finest work to date. Heartily recommended to anyone who wants a new favorite fantasy series to read."—Brandon Sanderson Demir Grappo is an outcast—he fled a life of wealth and power, abandoning his responsibilities as a general, a governor, and a son. Now he will live out his days as a grifter, rootless, and alone. But when his mother is brutally murdered, Demir must return from exile to claim his seat at the head of the family and uncover the truth that got her killed: the very power that keeps civilization turning, godglass, is running out. Now, Demir must find allies, old friends and rivals alike, confront the powerful guild-families who are only interested in making the most of the scraps left at the table and uncover the invisible hand that threatens the Empire. A war is coming, a war unlike any other. And Demir and his ragtag group of outcasts are the only thing that stands in the way of the end of life as the world knows it. "Powerful rival families, murderous conspiracies, epic battles, larger-than-life characters, and magic."—Fonda Lee, author of The Green Bone Saga "Engaging, fast-paced and epic."—James Islington, author of In The Shadow of What Was Lost "Clever, fun, and by turns beautifully bloody, In the Shadow of Lightning hits like a bolt through a stained glass window."—Megan E. O'Keefe, author of Chaos Vector At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Storm & Shield
Author: J. D. Evans
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781951607098
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
She is lightning and storm. A spy, driven out of her home by a tyrant ruler. He is granite and earth. A guard, ordered to keep her contained. Continue on in the epic fantasy romance series that begins with Reign & Ruin.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781951607098
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
She is lightning and storm. A spy, driven out of her home by a tyrant ruler. He is granite and earth. A guard, ordered to keep her contained. Continue on in the epic fantasy romance series that begins with Reign & Ruin.
The New England Farmer
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Agriculture
Languages : en
Pages : 586
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Agriculture
Languages : en
Pages : 586
Book Description
The Blood Legacy
Author: Daman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781521504437
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 298
Book Description
Anger. Pain. Desolation.An orphan boy tries to forge his own destiny in order to seek the strength to avenge the deaths of his family, as he shatters the chains of servitude bond to him.On his eighth birthday, Calron awakened to the weakest known power in the world: the element of lightning. However, unlike the normal golden lightning of other cultivators, Calron's lightning was an azure-blue color.Hiding his powers from the world, Calron embarks on a journey in hopes of ascending to Godhood and takes his first step into a world of friendship, revenge, and bloodshed.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781521504437
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 298
Book Description
Anger. Pain. Desolation.An orphan boy tries to forge his own destiny in order to seek the strength to avenge the deaths of his family, as he shatters the chains of servitude bond to him.On his eighth birthday, Calron awakened to the weakest known power in the world: the element of lightning. However, unlike the normal golden lightning of other cultivators, Calron's lightning was an azure-blue color.Hiding his powers from the world, Calron embarks on a journey in hopes of ascending to Godhood and takes his first step into a world of friendship, revenge, and bloodshed.
Scions: A Starcrossed Novel
Author: Josephine Angelini
Publisher: Sungrazer Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 387
Book Description
The perfect start to the Starcrossed series. Dive into the world of modern-day demigods with a dazzling enemies-to-lovers novel from bestselling author Josephine Angelini. This Greek mythology series is ideal for fans of Alexandra Bracken and Chloe Gong. New York City, 1993. It wasn’t Daphne’s choice to move into the heart of a struggle that has been secretly waging for thirty-three hundred years, but not much in her life has been up to her. Fate has brought Daphne, daughter of Zeus, and Heir to the House of Atreus to where the descendants of the Greek gods can shed blood over her once again. Men are fated to kill for her. But New York holds a surprise for Daphne and her cursed face—the same one that once launched a thousand ships. A series of murals painted all over town mysteriously pull at her in ways she can’t understand. That’s because the artist is Ajax Delos, Son of Apollo, Scion of the House of Thebes, and Daphne’s mortal enemy. She found the one worth dying for. With the Fates manipulating them both like pieces on a chessboard, Daphne and Ajax must find a way to break the cycle of destruction set in motion by their ancestors before the walls of Troy, or risk becoming yet another pair of star-crossed lovers doomed to repeat the same fatal mistakes.
Publisher: Sungrazer Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 387
Book Description
The perfect start to the Starcrossed series. Dive into the world of modern-day demigods with a dazzling enemies-to-lovers novel from bestselling author Josephine Angelini. This Greek mythology series is ideal for fans of Alexandra Bracken and Chloe Gong. New York City, 1993. It wasn’t Daphne’s choice to move into the heart of a struggle that has been secretly waging for thirty-three hundred years, but not much in her life has been up to her. Fate has brought Daphne, daughter of Zeus, and Heir to the House of Atreus to where the descendants of the Greek gods can shed blood over her once again. Men are fated to kill for her. But New York holds a surprise for Daphne and her cursed face—the same one that once launched a thousand ships. A series of murals painted all over town mysteriously pull at her in ways she can’t understand. That’s because the artist is Ajax Delos, Son of Apollo, Scion of the House of Thebes, and Daphne’s mortal enemy. She found the one worth dying for. With the Fates manipulating them both like pieces on a chessboard, Daphne and Ajax must find a way to break the cycle of destruction set in motion by their ancestors before the walls of Troy, or risk becoming yet another pair of star-crossed lovers doomed to repeat the same fatal mistakes.
Legends Of Adora: This Halfryta's, Garden
Author: LupoDiNotte
Publisher: LupoDiNotte Ind
ISBN: 0995309736
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
For six long generations war raged in the lands of Adora Halfryta. During the reign of 2nd Cleric the colonies across the continents of Halfryta fought. In order to establish their own dominion & power, and place in history – for six generations honourable battle raged across these holy lands. In the face of the Holy Temple and its' counter part Halfryta's Scions, the Lords of emerged a true ruling faction when the fighting was brought to an end by 6th generation Scion, bearer of fire: Azure King Aohd. Few non-human settlements remain in open sight near civilization due indiscriminate torment. Peace came at a cost. Eight years since the end of the lords' war: the divide between the Adora Temple, The Lords, and The Scions is clearer than ever. Now, Aohd's son: Marise, soon to be crowned, 7th generation scion of fire and his friends must find for themselves destiny is as choice – as it is truth. The stench of chaos lingers still, and it is why the scions exist. Has a new age of order truly begun? Or will chaos tip the scales yet? Only The Goddess Halfryta knows. Follow the journey of 7th generation scions Marise, Eurus, Maralah, and Fenris in their youth as they learn and grow together at Adora Templum – following their coronation as bearers of the scions’ duty. Journey with young Fenris as he settles the deep inner conflict between his conscience and his obligation to his family and nation. Torn by the actions of his father, a powerful and violent king seceding from the holy teachings – siding with the lords seeking to militarize the continent on the heels of the Lord’s War. Fenris, a young boy far too mature for his age tasked too early with drawing the line between personal duty, and destiny.
Publisher: LupoDiNotte Ind
ISBN: 0995309736
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
For six long generations war raged in the lands of Adora Halfryta. During the reign of 2nd Cleric the colonies across the continents of Halfryta fought. In order to establish their own dominion & power, and place in history – for six generations honourable battle raged across these holy lands. In the face of the Holy Temple and its' counter part Halfryta's Scions, the Lords of emerged a true ruling faction when the fighting was brought to an end by 6th generation Scion, bearer of fire: Azure King Aohd. Few non-human settlements remain in open sight near civilization due indiscriminate torment. Peace came at a cost. Eight years since the end of the lords' war: the divide between the Adora Temple, The Lords, and The Scions is clearer than ever. Now, Aohd's son: Marise, soon to be crowned, 7th generation scion of fire and his friends must find for themselves destiny is as choice – as it is truth. The stench of chaos lingers still, and it is why the scions exist. Has a new age of order truly begun? Or will chaos tip the scales yet? Only The Goddess Halfryta knows. Follow the journey of 7th generation scions Marise, Eurus, Maralah, and Fenris in their youth as they learn and grow together at Adora Templum – following their coronation as bearers of the scions’ duty. Journey with young Fenris as he settles the deep inner conflict between his conscience and his obligation to his family and nation. Torn by the actions of his father, a powerful and violent king seceding from the holy teachings – siding with the lords seeking to militarize the continent on the heels of the Lord’s War. Fenris, a young boy far too mature for his age tasked too early with drawing the line between personal duty, and destiny.
Artifacts of the Ages
Author: J. D. Wiker
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781932442014
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
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Publisher:
ISBN: 9781932442014
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
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Scion's Avalon [House of Dracul 2]
Author: J. Annas Walker
Publisher: Siren-BookStrand
ISBN: 162242882X
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
Publisher: Siren-BookStrand
ISBN: 162242882X
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
Heavenly Saint Sovereign
Author: Da Dao
Publisher: Funstory
ISBN: 1636543871
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1003
Book Description
When Bai Yuntian was reborn, he discovered that he was being buried. However, the person was different; he was the reincarnated Dao Child of a supreme realm. With his supreme martial will, he wanted to see how he would make up for his deficiencies in his previous life.
Publisher: Funstory
ISBN: 1636543871
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1003
Book Description
When Bai Yuntian was reborn, he discovered that he was being buried. However, the person was different; he was the reincarnated Dao Child of a supreme realm. With his supreme martial will, he wanted to see how he would make up for his deficiencies in his previous life.