Author: Linda Robertson
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1439190267
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 420
Book Description
Even magic can’t solve everything. . . . After facing down the forces of Fairy in mortal combat, Persephone Alcmedi still must deal with the aftermath. Not only does Seph now possess deadly secrets she must hide from the arcane and mundane world alike, but the dozens of magical creatures who’ve taken up residence behind her cornfield need food and shelter, and there’s still her foster daughter Beverly’s tenth birthday party to plan. And that’s not all. . . . Seph’s boyfriend Johnny has revealed himself as the wærewolf Domn Lup, and the ruler of the wære world is en route from Romania to make sure Johnny really is the “king” he claims to be. But Johnny’s hiding a dangerous secret: his magic is locked in his mysterious tattoos. He and Seph must find a way for him to reclaim it—fast—despite those who have no intention of letting Johnny gain his full powers. Seph knows that, in the arcane world, strength is always a necessity and power must be constantly proven, but how far is she willing to go to succeed . . . and at what cost?
The Magic Circle of Rudolf II
Author: Peter Marshall
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0802718574
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
Rudolf II-Habsburg heir, Holy Roman Emperor, king of Hungary, Germany, and the Romans-is one of history's great characters, and yet he remains largely an unknown figure. His reign (1576-1612) roughly mirrored that of Queen Elizabeth I of England, and while her famous court is widely recognized as a sixteenth century Who's Who, Rudolf 's collection of mathematicians, alchemists, artists, philosophers and astronomers-among them the greatest and most subversive minds of the time-was no less prestigious and perhaps even more influential. Driven to understand the deepest secrets of nature and the riddle of existence, Rudolf invited to his court an endless stream of genius-Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe, German mathematician Johannes Kepler, English magus John Dee, Francis Bacon, and mannerist painter Giuseppe Archimboldo among many others. Prague became the artistic and scientific center of the known world-an island of intellectual tolerance between Catholicism, Protestantism, and Islam. Combining the wonders and architectural beauty of sixteenth century Prague with the larger than-life characters of Rudolf 's court, Peter Marshall provides an exciting new perspective on the pivotal moment of transition between medieval and modern, when the foundation was laid for the Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0802718574
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
Rudolf II-Habsburg heir, Holy Roman Emperor, king of Hungary, Germany, and the Romans-is one of history's great characters, and yet he remains largely an unknown figure. His reign (1576-1612) roughly mirrored that of Queen Elizabeth I of England, and while her famous court is widely recognized as a sixteenth century Who's Who, Rudolf 's collection of mathematicians, alchemists, artists, philosophers and astronomers-among them the greatest and most subversive minds of the time-was no less prestigious and perhaps even more influential. Driven to understand the deepest secrets of nature and the riddle of existence, Rudolf invited to his court an endless stream of genius-Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe, German mathematician Johannes Kepler, English magus John Dee, Francis Bacon, and mannerist painter Giuseppe Archimboldo among many others. Prague became the artistic and scientific center of the known world-an island of intellectual tolerance between Catholicism, Protestantism, and Islam. Combining the wonders and architectural beauty of sixteenth century Prague with the larger than-life characters of Rudolf 's court, Peter Marshall provides an exciting new perspective on the pivotal moment of transition between medieval and modern, when the foundation was laid for the Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment.
The Magic Circle
Author: Katherine Neville
Publisher: Ballantine Books
ISBN: 0345423135
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 562
Book Description
When her cousin is slain by an unknown assassin, Ariel Behn becomes the sole heir to a family legacy: a sinister cache of manuscripts that thrusts her into the deadly center of international intrigue--and an age-old enigma that spans the centuries. Whoever assembles and interprets the cryptic clues of this ancient mystery will possess the power to control the fate of the world. What strange powers lie hidden within the manuscripts? Splashed against a lavish backdrop that sweeps from the rise of the Roman Empire to the fall of the Berlin Wall, THE MAGIC CIRCLE finds one woman standing at the center of it all: Ariel Behn. As she races across continents to reveal the dark secrets buried in her family's past, she begins to unlock the chilling truth of the coming millennium. . . .
Publisher: Ballantine Books
ISBN: 0345423135
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 562
Book Description
When her cousin is slain by an unknown assassin, Ariel Behn becomes the sole heir to a family legacy: a sinister cache of manuscripts that thrusts her into the deadly center of international intrigue--and an age-old enigma that spans the centuries. Whoever assembles and interprets the cryptic clues of this ancient mystery will possess the power to control the fate of the world. What strange powers lie hidden within the manuscripts? Splashed against a lavish backdrop that sweeps from the rise of the Roman Empire to the fall of the Berlin Wall, THE MAGIC CIRCLE finds one woman standing at the center of it all: Ariel Behn. As she races across continents to reveal the dark secrets buried in her family's past, she begins to unlock the chilling truth of the coming millennium. . . .
Hacktastic D/20 Fantasy
Author: Eric Thomas
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1435709772
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 230
Book Description
Get ready to HACK your way to glory, prepare for the adventure of a lifetime… Strap on your weapons, don your armor and stride into a perilous world of epic adventure. In your hands you hold your key to the gateway of legend. There are those among us that rise above the masses, songs are sung, tales are told, are you brave enough to become a hero?By opening this book you’ll prove just that, within these pages you’ll find all the tools you need to boldly march forth and take your place amongst the chosen few. Welcome to Hacktastic D/20 Fantasy, a game not for the faint of heart, so gather a band of friends and take your first step into a lifetime of adventure limited only by your imagination.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1435709772
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 230
Book Description
Get ready to HACK your way to glory, prepare for the adventure of a lifetime… Strap on your weapons, don your armor and stride into a perilous world of epic adventure. In your hands you hold your key to the gateway of legend. There are those among us that rise above the masses, songs are sung, tales are told, are you brave enough to become a hero?By opening this book you’ll prove just that, within these pages you’ll find all the tools you need to boldly march forth and take your place amongst the chosen few. Welcome to Hacktastic D/20 Fantasy, a game not for the faint of heart, so gather a band of friends and take your first step into a lifetime of adventure limited only by your imagination.
Arcane Transporter Box Set I: A Thrilling Adrenaline Laced Urban Fantasy Series (Books 1-3)
Author: Jami Gray
Publisher: Celtic Moon Press
ISBN: 1948884674
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 936
Book Description
Get in and buckle up for a wild ride through the heart-pounding twists and turns of this complete, fast-paced urban fantasy action-adventure series from Jami Gray. Say hello to your driver, Rory Costas as she speeds through the spellbinding Arcane Transporter world, where powerful magical families make the mafia look like choirboys and connections are everything. If you’re addicted to the edge-of-your-seat thrill rides that keep you turning pages until the wee hours, you don’t want to miss out on this adrenaline laced fantasy series that has fans of Shannon Mayer, Lindsay Buroker, and H.P. Mallory demanding more! This box set contains an exclusive bonus prequel novella and the first three books in the Arcane Transporter series. 🏁 IGNITION POINT (Bonus prequel novella) One wrong turn can change everything... When a questionable, but lucrative delivery job takes an unexpected turn, will Rory survive the collision or crash and burn? 🏁 GRAVE CARGO A dead mage, a missing friend, and an unpredictable alliance merge into a volatile package sending Rory careening through the Arcane elite’s deadly secrets. A deadly discovery lands Rory Costas, Arcane Transporter, in the middle of the toughest case she’s faced, where no one can be trusted, and nothing is as it seems. She must solve a murder and find her missing roommate before it’s too late, all while fighting a growing attraction to the dark and dangerous Zev. 🏁 RISKY GOODS An unexpected assignment, a jealous ex, and a game-changing serum trigger unanticipated risks in a dangerous race against the clock. Rory Costas finds herself babysitting a trio of bad-ass Arbiters as they track down a magical serum that shouldn’t exist and a killer that is targeting the researchers behind it. As Rory and Zev dodge Family rivalries and mad scientists out for blood, it’s going to take more than magic to get them back on track. 🏁 LETHAL CONTENTS A failed assassination, a kidnapped ally, and a treasonous scheme pit Rory and Zev against a devious enemy determined to watch Arcane society crash and burn. Rory Costas is gaining traction as a premier transporter for the Arcane Elite. Even better, she and Zev are finally finding their groove, despite their recent challenges. But after an ambush by magical mercenaries leaves Zev stripped of his recent memories and Rory’s employer and mentor disappears, Rory realizes how harrowing a solo journey can be as she navigates family secrets, broken relationships, and high-level treachery. “The entire cast of characters in the book are rich and complex. The storyline draws you in for a wild ride.” – Amazon Review “I’m enjoying the hell out of this series. Well written with a pulse pounding pace, this is one of those books you can’t put down, and even though you hate to turn the last page, it is satisfyingly complete.”– Kat Hilner, Amazon Review
Publisher: Celtic Moon Press
ISBN: 1948884674
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 936
Book Description
Get in and buckle up for a wild ride through the heart-pounding twists and turns of this complete, fast-paced urban fantasy action-adventure series from Jami Gray. Say hello to your driver, Rory Costas as she speeds through the spellbinding Arcane Transporter world, where powerful magical families make the mafia look like choirboys and connections are everything. If you’re addicted to the edge-of-your-seat thrill rides that keep you turning pages until the wee hours, you don’t want to miss out on this adrenaline laced fantasy series that has fans of Shannon Mayer, Lindsay Buroker, and H.P. Mallory demanding more! This box set contains an exclusive bonus prequel novella and the first three books in the Arcane Transporter series. 🏁 IGNITION POINT (Bonus prequel novella) One wrong turn can change everything... When a questionable, but lucrative delivery job takes an unexpected turn, will Rory survive the collision or crash and burn? 🏁 GRAVE CARGO A dead mage, a missing friend, and an unpredictable alliance merge into a volatile package sending Rory careening through the Arcane elite’s deadly secrets. A deadly discovery lands Rory Costas, Arcane Transporter, in the middle of the toughest case she’s faced, where no one can be trusted, and nothing is as it seems. She must solve a murder and find her missing roommate before it’s too late, all while fighting a growing attraction to the dark and dangerous Zev. 🏁 RISKY GOODS An unexpected assignment, a jealous ex, and a game-changing serum trigger unanticipated risks in a dangerous race against the clock. Rory Costas finds herself babysitting a trio of bad-ass Arbiters as they track down a magical serum that shouldn’t exist and a killer that is targeting the researchers behind it. As Rory and Zev dodge Family rivalries and mad scientists out for blood, it’s going to take more than magic to get them back on track. 🏁 LETHAL CONTENTS A failed assassination, a kidnapped ally, and a treasonous scheme pit Rory and Zev against a devious enemy determined to watch Arcane society crash and burn. Rory Costas is gaining traction as a premier transporter for the Arcane Elite. Even better, she and Zev are finally finding their groove, despite their recent challenges. But after an ambush by magical mercenaries leaves Zev stripped of his recent memories and Rory’s employer and mentor disappears, Rory realizes how harrowing a solo journey can be as she navigates family secrets, broken relationships, and high-level treachery. “The entire cast of characters in the book are rich and complex. The storyline draws you in for a wild ride.” – Amazon Review “I’m enjoying the hell out of this series. Well written with a pulse pounding pace, this is one of those books you can’t put down, and even though you hate to turn the last page, it is satisfyingly complete.”– Kat Hilner, Amazon Review
Into The West
Author: Dylan Webb
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1039113796
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 364
Book Description
The Island nation of Ma-Ural has long been a place of peace and prosperity, with vast deposits of precious gems and mythril ore—valuable for its magical properties and heavily sought after on the mainland—but perhaps its greatest resource is opportunity. It has always been a place of sanctuary and rebirth, and host to many adventurers seeking not only their second-chance in life but a chance at immortality, as they begin their pilgrimage to the hidden city of Mysrik. But times are changing. Ma-Ural’s long established peace has been crumbling, with tensions rising between the east and west, between races, and between simple magic users and one who is willing to stop at nothing to gain all the power of Mysrik for his own nefarious purposes. Standing in his way are an unlikely group of companions brought together by circumstance: Elaria, a naïve and virtuous paladin, hoping to make a name for herself and honour both her training and her oath; Hoots, a runaway gnome more powerful than her diminutive form would suggest; Trit, a half-elf bard looking for answers about his family; and “Carion,” a powerful demon-kin, haunted by a past so dark he might never escape it, even if he manages to live forever.
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1039113796
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 364
Book Description
The Island nation of Ma-Ural has long been a place of peace and prosperity, with vast deposits of precious gems and mythril ore—valuable for its magical properties and heavily sought after on the mainland—but perhaps its greatest resource is opportunity. It has always been a place of sanctuary and rebirth, and host to many adventurers seeking not only their second-chance in life but a chance at immortality, as they begin their pilgrimage to the hidden city of Mysrik. But times are changing. Ma-Ural’s long established peace has been crumbling, with tensions rising between the east and west, between races, and between simple magic users and one who is willing to stop at nothing to gain all the power of Mysrik for his own nefarious purposes. Standing in his way are an unlikely group of companions brought together by circumstance: Elaria, a naïve and virtuous paladin, hoping to make a name for herself and honour both her training and her oath; Hoots, a runaway gnome more powerful than her diminutive form would suggest; Trit, a half-elf bard looking for answers about his family; and “Carion,” a powerful demon-kin, haunted by a past so dark he might never escape it, even if he manages to live forever.
The Stone Circles of Britain, Ireland, and Brittany
Author: Aubrey Burl
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 9780300083477
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 492
Book Description
The spectacular stone circles of western Europe, some nearly 6000 years old, have intrigued viewers through the ages. This beautiful book about these megalithic rings explores their ancestry, methods of construction, and eventual desertion. A substantially revised version of Aubrey Burl's highly praised work The Stone Circles of the British Isles, it offers new insights into the purpose of stone circles. It also provides a new interpretation of Stonehenge and of Callanish in Scotland, the first overview of the cromlechs in Brittany, a discussion of the problems of archaeoastronomy as related to stone circles, a greatly expanded Gazetteer, and an up-to-date list of radiocarbon dates and recent excavations.
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 9780300083477
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 492
Book Description
The spectacular stone circles of western Europe, some nearly 6000 years old, have intrigued viewers through the ages. This beautiful book about these megalithic rings explores their ancestry, methods of construction, and eventual desertion. A substantially revised version of Aubrey Burl's highly praised work The Stone Circles of the British Isles, it offers new insights into the purpose of stone circles. It also provides a new interpretation of Stonehenge and of Callanish in Scotland, the first overview of the cromlechs in Brittany, a discussion of the problems of archaeoastronomy as related to stone circles, a greatly expanded Gazetteer, and an up-to-date list of radiocarbon dates and recent excavations.
The Matrix & The Forbidden Knowledge
Author: Malik Bade
Publisher: Malik Oyebade
ISBN:
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 1204
Book Description
The most important secrets that have been kept from the general public will now be exposed in this book. In this publication, I uncover a myriad of mysteries and uncomfortable truths about the world we live in. It's time to get up and do something revolutionary to stop the evil that has been torturing us for decades! This book tells you everything you need to know about the universe, from secret societies and hidden agendas to extraordinary phenomena, in the most in-depth and evidential way possible. It also gives you warnings about both upcoming and past events. We now live in a period when "The truth is more disturbing than a lie!"
Publisher: Malik Oyebade
ISBN:
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 1204
Book Description
The most important secrets that have been kept from the general public will now be exposed in this book. In this publication, I uncover a myriad of mysteries and uncomfortable truths about the world we live in. It's time to get up and do something revolutionary to stop the evil that has been torturing us for decades! This book tells you everything you need to know about the universe, from secret societies and hidden agendas to extraordinary phenomena, in the most in-depth and evidential way possible. It also gives you warnings about both upcoming and past events. We now live in a period when "The truth is more disturbing than a lie!"
Gaia Saga Universal Role-Playing System
Author: Bill Rosser
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 055794919X
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 269
Book Description
Gaia Saga is a universal role-playing system that focuses on as much flexibility for character creation as possible. Using an interesting and unique set of rules, Gaia Saga allows players and game masters alike to experience an ever-changing dice system that grows and develops as your story moves along. This flexible dice system allows characters to endlessly evolve into more powerful beings than you could ever imagine possible in a table top game. The manual includes over thirteen playable races to choose from, each with their own set of ethnic classes to broaden your horizons. It also features lists for job professions, skills, special abilities, spell schools, a personality and emotions engine as well as a leveling system based upon the spending of accrued experience points to any area you desire. You get to upgrade your characters when you want to, as often as you want to, and without the hassle of waiting for multiple game sessions to end just to reach that next level.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 055794919X
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 269
Book Description
Gaia Saga is a universal role-playing system that focuses on as much flexibility for character creation as possible. Using an interesting and unique set of rules, Gaia Saga allows players and game masters alike to experience an ever-changing dice system that grows and develops as your story moves along. This flexible dice system allows characters to endlessly evolve into more powerful beings than you could ever imagine possible in a table top game. The manual includes over thirteen playable races to choose from, each with their own set of ethnic classes to broaden your horizons. It also features lists for job professions, skills, special abilities, spell schools, a personality and emotions engine as well as a leveling system based upon the spending of accrued experience points to any area you desire. You get to upgrade your characters when you want to, as often as you want to, and without the hassle of waiting for multiple game sessions to end just to reach that next level.
Scars of Stone
Author: Joanna Maciejewska
Publisher: Joanna Maciejewska
ISBN: 1734606738
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
Discovering the truth about magic is one thing. Doing something about it will require bloodletting, backstabbing, and a bunch of lies. The battle with a demonic foe had opened Kamira's and Veelk's eyes: they were unprepared for their task. If they want a chance of freeing Veranesh from his crystal prison, they need the help of a brilliant inventor imprisoned by Gildya, a man also desired by the refugee queen, Cahala, who will stop at nothing to slake her thirst for magic. Time is also of the essence as Archmage Yoreus maneuvers for power. Once he claims the title of the first archmage for himself, he will tie up all loose ends, and that entails burying Kamira, Veelk, and a long line of secrets he’d prefer to be forgotten. Kamira and Veelk have a rule, “no heroics, survival first.” When dealing with demons, avoiding heroics is easy. But survival? Not so much. Join Kamira and Veelk in their adventures as they face Devanshari warriors, high mages, and demons! This is book 2 of Pacts Arcane and Otherwise. If you’re new to this epic fantasy adventure series, check out book 1, By the Pact, instead!
Publisher: Joanna Maciejewska
ISBN: 1734606738
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
Discovering the truth about magic is one thing. Doing something about it will require bloodletting, backstabbing, and a bunch of lies. The battle with a demonic foe had opened Kamira's and Veelk's eyes: they were unprepared for their task. If they want a chance of freeing Veranesh from his crystal prison, they need the help of a brilliant inventor imprisoned by Gildya, a man also desired by the refugee queen, Cahala, who will stop at nothing to slake her thirst for magic. Time is also of the essence as Archmage Yoreus maneuvers for power. Once he claims the title of the first archmage for himself, he will tie up all loose ends, and that entails burying Kamira, Veelk, and a long line of secrets he’d prefer to be forgotten. Kamira and Veelk have a rule, “no heroics, survival first.” When dealing with demons, avoiding heroics is easy. But survival? Not so much. Join Kamira and Veelk in their adventures as they face Devanshari warriors, high mages, and demons! This is book 2 of Pacts Arcane and Otherwise. If you’re new to this epic fantasy adventure series, check out book 1, By the Pact, instead!