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"Sybil Ellis was a 17-year-old orphan with very few options: If she didn't want to be a governess or a companion--and she didn't, she had to marry. So she married Dr. Philip Maynard, who was old enough to be her grandfather and treated her like a daughter. In fact, he treated her like Judith, the daughter he had lost, even to calling her by that name and having all of his new servants do likewise. But eventually Sybil learned that there had been other "daughters" before her, and she realized that this was not just a harmless eccentricity."-- Back cover

Since time immemorial, the Kingdoms of Sun and of Night have been at war. Pamina, daughter of the Starqueen, supreme symbol of the Night, and of Sarastro, King of the Royal House of the Sun, must now choose which of her parents' ways she will follow. Together with her love, Prince Tamino, she must face the Ordeals at the Court of Wisdom, of Earth and Air, of Fire and Water. Only if she and Tamino pass all these trials can they have a life together. If this sounds like the plot of the opera Die Zauberflöte (The Magic Flute), that's because it was one of MZB's favorite operas - and the inspiration for this book.

Laura and Monique were cousins and, in childhood, had been as close as twins. So when Monique's husband, the Comte de Montigny, came to Laura and asked her to impersonate Monique in order to protect Monique's child, she agreed. His story of Monique's disappearance and suicide, however, did not sound like the actions of the cousin Laura had known, and the rest of Monique's family reacted with odd hostility to "Monique's" reappearance. As "accidents" threatened the child, the Comte, and Laura herself, Laura didn't know what to believe or whom to trust. But she feared that Monique had been murdered--and that she would be next.

Set in a strict intergalactic society where humans and nonhumans are sharply divided, the story follows a protagonist preparing to board a starship. The narrative hints at the complexities of identity and pride, especially through the character of the Terran captain of the Vesta, who navigates the expectations of his role within the Empire's merchant forces. Themes of belonging and the tension between species are central as the protagonist grapples with these societal divisions.

The saga of two kingdoms, divided by bitter history and present-day suspicions, one armed with devastating power and the other determined to overcome it, no matter what the price. Can love and resourcefulness overcome even the overwhelming power of a Thunderlord? A follow-up to The Ages of Chaos omnibus, Thunderlord is a brand-new novel of the genre-bending Darkover universe, expanded by Marion Zimmer Bradley's collaborator Deborah J. Ross.

The story revolves around a mysterious and ageless man who appears youthful and charming, yet carries the weight of a long and perilous existence. As he navigates the complexities of his past, a question looms: will the woman he encounters be the one to pose the ultimate threat to his existence, potentially leading him to eternal damnation? The narrative explores themes of danger, temptation, and the consequences of their connection.

Set on Mars, a mysterious city known as Xanadu remains untouched and hidden behind impenetrable mountains. Discovered by a space drifter three decades ago, this cloistered metropolis has eluded human exploration, sparking intrigue and curiosity. The narrative promises an exploration of the unknown, as the protagonist seeks to uncover the secrets of a place that has remained isolated from the world.

The narrative explores the protagonist's haunting dreams where she experiences a surreal connection with nature, characterized by whispering winds and mysterious voices. As she grapples with illness and delirium, she becomes increasingly aware of a voice reassuring her that the wind will care for Robin if she succumbs. This interplay between reality and the dream world creates a haunting atmosphere, emphasizing themes of survival, the bond with nature, and the struggle between life and death.

Set against the backdrop of the Catskill mountains, the narrative explores the contrast between the perceived modernity of the countryside and its untamed wilderness. Despite the presence of highways and factories, the story reveals a landscape rich with wildlife, including deer, rabbits, wolves, and lynxes. It emphasizes the deep connection between the farms and the surrounding woods, highlighting the enduring presence of nature in a seemingly settled environment.

The book emphasizes its historical significance and the efforts made to preserve it for future generations through modern reformatting and design. It has been carefully retyped and formatted to ensure clarity and readability, distinguishing it from scanned copies. This attention to detail highlights the commitment to maintaining the work's legacy while making it accessible to contemporary readers.