John J. Miller is celebrated as one of the country's foremost literary journalists. His work spans compelling historical thrillers and insightful nonfiction, exploring narratives that captivate and inform. Miller possesses a unique ability to dissect complex subjects with clarity and engaging prose. His contributions to literature are marked by a distinctive voice and a thoughtful, analytical approach that resonates deeply with readers.
Set in Washington, D.C. during the tumultuous early days of the Civil War, Colonel Charles Rook faces the challenge of thwarting a mysterious assassin threatening the nation. His quest leads him to Portia, a beautiful slave with crucial information, who is far away. The narrative intertwines real historical figures with fictional characters, providing a thrilling espionage experience while offering insight into the political landscape of 1861 America. The story captures the tension and intrigue of a country on the brink of division.
As the New Earth Organization rebuilds an Earth shattered by the Martian Wars, NEO sympathizer Kemal Gavilan receives a corpse and a cryptic message from the asteroids. The Mercurian prince sends master pirate Black Barney to find out what he can, but the answer is hot: they've uncovered a weapon that can focus the sun's energy for global annihilation! The Martian and Venusian powers insist they're innocent, Kemal is forced to rejoin the royal family he once rejected to learn the awful truth.Set in the conceivable twenty-fifth century world of Buck Rogers, First Power is written by John Miller, a contributor to Fantastic Stories and WILD CARDS short-story anthologies and author of Dead Man's Hand.
In "Star Wars Sonderband 37: Knights of the Old Republic" wird die Alte Republik lebendig, während die Mandalorianischen Kriege viele Leben fordern. Jedi kämpfen für Ordnung, doch intrigante Gruppen drohen, die Sith zu erwecken. Zayne Carrick flieht nach Vanquo, nur um in die Wirren des Krieges verwickelt zu werden.
