Embark on an exhilarating journey into the unknown with “U-Sam and the Celestial Odyssey,” the fifth installment in the thrilling U-Sam space opera series, perfect scifi books for teens and adults craving an adrenaline-pumping scifi adventure.
When the Apollo Explorer is unexpectedly commandeered by an unknown powerful force, hurtling through space to an uncharted realm within a distant galaxy, U-Sam and her amazing crew find themselves facing an unimaginable challenge. A colossal celestial body, its core pierced by an intriguing tunnel, beckoning the intrepid explorers into an unexplored abyss.
Inside this unnatural structure, nothing conforms to expectation, leading them through a bewildering journey until they emerge on the other side—only to encounter a universe drastically altered, severed from contact with the Federation.
In a pulse-pounding race against time, U-Sam and her team embark on a heart-stopping mission to locate an ancient oracle. Yet, the return of U-Sam’s arch-nemesis, Marin Dice, leader of the notorious Heridian space pirates, threatens to destroy all they’ve strived to achieve. Amidst monstrous extraterrestrial beings and uncharted cosmic discoveries, an intricate puzzle looms—one that must be deciphered before the countdown to catastrophe reaches its climax.
Prepare for an explosive sci-fi thriller that unveils remarkable alien vistas and challenges the very fabric of existence itself. Will U-Sam and her crew navigate the perilous unknown and unravel the mysteries that bind space and time? Find out in this blockbuster of cosmic proportions—a sci-fi thriller woven with suspense, mystery, and unbridled adventure that will leave readers on the edge of their seats.
Trapped on Mars. Half the galaxy looking for her and the other half thinking she is dead. Georgia Pyke and her enigmatic mentor, Jillnap, must mine the depths of their resilience to save the Confederacy from annihilation.
Blessed with the extraordinary gift of prophetic visions, yet cursed by the weight of their implications, Georgia finds herself at the center of a deadly plot orchestrated by the relentless Arethusans and the treacherous Darajorens. Their sinister plans: to overthrow the Confederacy and kidnap Prime Minister Garron, leaving the galaxy in a state of chaos.
With limited resources and unable to trust anyone but her closest friends, Georgia must assemble an unconventional team of courageous souls to thwart the enemy’s scheme. There is no shortage of volunteers and, even if no one voices it aloud, everyone is aware this is a suicide mission.
From the desolate red plains of Mars to the green lush, verdant fields of Earth, from the Moon’s shadowed craters to the cold uncharted reaches of deep space, the battle lines are drawn, and alliances will be tested like never before. Loyalties will be questioned, and the true measure of heroism will be put to the ultimate test.
Caught in a race against time and facing insurmountable odds, Georgia and her team must confront their greatest fears, push beyond their limits, and make unimaginable choices. As the epic battle unfolds over 100 light-years from Earth, heroes will rise or die.
Immerse yourself in a heart-pounding adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat, wondering who will have the courage to pay the ultimate price. Sacrifice is the latest instalment in the Mars Frontier series by Paul Rix.
Scott Marshall found himself in the all-too-familiar throes of cliché—a divorced man adrift, seeking something, anything, in the vibrant chaos of Bangkok. Amidst the hustle, his attention was captivated by Ting, an enigmatic figure whose shy innocence belied hidden depths. For the first time, Marshall cast aside his inhibitions and plunged into the intoxicating whirlwind of a new life. But beneath the surface of Ting’s delectable charm, questions lingered. Was she everything she seemed, or did Bangkok hold secrets that could upend Marshall’s newfound sense of liberation?
Along the way, he befriends the affable yet hapless Bob Lowe, who finds himself economically trapped in the Big Mango, succumbing to the allure of the city’s temptations—sex and booze.
In this rollercoaster of a tale, Zach J Brodsky introduces us to a colorful cast of characters, each with their own quirks and eccentricities. From laugh-out-loud humor to moments of profound tragedy, Brodsky weaves a narrative that captures the essence of life in this small corner of Bangkok. Join Marshall on a journey filled with joy, despair, and occasional glimmers of hope, as he encounters a world where absurdity and reality collide.
When Detective Inspector Joe Hogarth is called to a festival show, he’s met with a scene that chills him to the bone. The lifeless body of young Ginnie Martin, a rising star in the acting world, lies cold and still, her final act concluded in tragedy.
Evidence is scarce and leads are elusive. Hogarth and his team must peel away the layers of deceit and mystery or let the killer escape.
Which of the five cast members killed poor Ginnie Martin? And how come no one saw a thing?
And as the curtain rises on one chilling case, a ruthless killer strikes on the seafront sowing seeds of terror that soon fill the town with dread. A killer who cannot be identified… and will not stop.
And DC Kaplan has a secret dilemma of her own. A dilemma which could end her career – even her life.
On a windy and blistering cold morning, Morgana Usyk, owner of one of DS Tomek Bowen’s favourite haunts, Morgana’s Café, visits Mulberry Harbour a little over a mile out to sea.
A short while later, her body is found in the shallows, floating beside the harbour.
Early reports and eyewitness accounts they saw the killer fleeing the scene. But when storm Alisha rolls in, washing away all evidence, Bowen and the team are left stranded.
Now the water’s rising.
And Morgana’s is not the only body they’re going to find in it.
Another wonderful and humorous instalment in the Guesthouse on the Green series as Mammy and Moira travel Vietnam.
I love the series and can't wait for book four!
A quick but emotional read - reading about the cruelty to the dog was heartbreaking but this was a lovely tale of the love and healing that animals can bring to our lives.
I would have given five stars but for the missed typos - a few t...
I get the impression that this could be a nice story but I've had to give up after forcing myself to go as far as 15% of the way through. If this novel has ever been near a remotely professional editor then the author was conned.
Chapte...
Another very enjoyable story but with a few niggles, hence the four stars rather than five. Maybe it's because I was tired but the editing issues grated on me more than in the first story and, do people really generally believe that 'ear...
