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An original novel set in the Halo Universe and based on the New York Times bestselling video game series! December 2553. Less than a year after the end of the Covenant War, a string of violent incidents continues to threaten the tenuous peace in human-held space, culminating in the assassination of UNSC fleet admiral Graselyn Tuwa and the abduction of her family. It is a provocation so outrageous that the Office of Naval Intelligence must retaliate swiftly and ferociously—but only after its operatives identify her killer and rescue the hostages. This mission will be the first for homicide-detective-turned-ONI-operative Veta Lopis and her young team of Spartan-IIIs, and something feels wrong from the start. The obvious suspect is an infamous Brute who leads the Keepers of the One Freedom, an ex-Covenant splinter group in fierce opposition to the UNSC. But Lopis and her team soon realize that the truth is much more insidious than they could ever have imagined, and with Fred-104, Kelly-087, and Linda-058 of Blue Team for combat support, they must stop a plan hatched in the bowels of the secret research station Argent Moon—a plan so sinister it could destroy all those still reeling from thirty years of intergalactic conflict...

A tale set in the universe of the best-selling game follows the experiences of maverick detective Veta Lopis of the Gao Ministry of Protection, who would capture a serial murderer and prevent full-scale war between the military and insurrection loyalists.

An original novel set in the Halo universe—based on the New York Times bestselling video game series! 2559. Formerly one of the Covenant’s greatest and most fearsome warriors, Arbiter Thel ‘Vadam is now allied with his former human enemies while deeply entrenched in leading the Sangheili people to a new era of unification. But his aspirations are under constant threat, whether by the dangerous, warring factions of rival Sangheili keeps, or the relentless shadow of oppression spread by the renegade artificial intelligence Cortana​​. An opportunity to break Cortana’s chains has suddenly presented itself through the rumored existence of an ancient artifact located on the hostile world of Netherop. Spartan Olympia Vale, trained with the skills to live and thrive among the Sangheili, also recognizes this alien prize as an essential means to aid humanity in reaching the same goal of freedom. But behind the scenes, both ‘Vadam and Vale are being manipulated by a mysterious figure with their own agenda. And to make matters worse, all involved are unknowingly placing themselves at perilous odds with forces beyond their comprehension…

A sensational short story collection in the expansive universe of HALO, the New York Times bestselling series! Launch once more into galaxy-spanning conflict and legendary heroism…shards of an ever-expanding journey where human and alien alike find their finest hours in facing their greatest challenges. These scattered stories span untold millennia, from the age of the ancient custodial race known as the Forerunners…to the aftermath of the Covenant’s bloody war against humanity…and even the shocking events surrounding the resurrection of the mysterious Guardians. Halo: Fractures explores mythic tales of bravery and sacrifice that blaze brightly at the very heart of the Halo universe.

A Master Chief story and original full-length novel set in the Halo universe- based on the New York Times bestselling video game series with the latest entry, Halo Infinite, out in 2020!

No war can last forever. Now, in the long and punishing battle between the defiant champions of the New Jedi Order and the juggernaut that is the Galactic Alliance, the endgame is finally at hand. With so much lost-and nothing less than the course of the future still at stake-there can be no... číst celé

In the stunning finale of the epic Fate of the Jedi series, Jedi and Sith face off - with Coruscant as their battlefield. And as Luke, Ben, Han, Leia, Jaina, Jag and their allies close in, the devastating truth about the dark side incarnate will be exposed - and send shoch waves through the Jedi... číst celé

A Master Chief story and original full-length novel set in the Halo universe—based on the New York Times bestselling video game series! 2526. It has been more than a year since humanity first encountered the hostile military alliance of alien races known as the Covenant, and several weeks after the United Nations Space Command’s devastating counterattack of Operation: SILENT STORM was deemed an overwhelming success. The UNSC has put its faith in the hands of the Spartans, led by the legendary Master Chief, John-117: enhanced super-soldiers raised and trained from childhood via a clandestine black ops project to be living weapons. But the Covenant—enraged and fearful of their enemy’s unexpected strategies and prowess—is not taking its recent defeat lightly, and is now fully determined to eradicate humanity from existence, brutally overrunning the ill-fated planets of the Outer Colonies faster than retreats can be ordered. If the UNSC has any chance of stemming the tide of the war, the Master Chief and Blue Team must drop onto an empty, hellish world in order to capture a disabled Covenant frigate filled with valuable technology. It has all the makings of a trap, but the bait is far too tempting to ignore—and this tantalizing prize is being offered by a disgraced and vengeful Covenant fleetmaster, whose sole opportunity for redemption lies in extinguishing humanity’s only hope of survival…

An omnibus edition of three best-selling works includes The Summoning, The Siege, and The Sorcerer, in a deluxe volume that follows the return of the evil archwizards of Netheril. Original.

An original full-length novel set in the Halo universe and based on the New York Times bestselling video game series with the latest entry, Halo Infinite, out in 2021!

Luke Skywalker wanted to unify the Jedi order and bring peace to the universe. Instead his wife Mara lies dead at the hands of an unknown assassin, his wayward nephew Jacen has seized control of the Galactic Alliance, and the galaxy has exploded in all-out civil war.With Luke consumed by grief, Jacen Solo works quickly to consolidate his power and jumpstart his plan to take over the Jedi. Convinced he’s the only one who can save the galaxy, Jacen will do whatever it takes, even ambush his own parents. With the Rebel confederacy driving deep into the Core to attack Coruscant and the Jedi under siege, Luke must reassert his position. Only he can lead the Jedi through this crisis, but it means solving the toughest problem Luke’s ever faced. Does he fight alongside his nephew Jacen, a tyrant who’s illegally taken over the GA, or does he join the rebels to smash the Galactic Alliance he helped create?

The New York Times bestselling Star Wars series The New Jedi Order enthralls readers with its epic drama and thrilling adventure. Now readers will pierce the very heart of darkness... It is a solemn time for the New Republic, as the merciless Yuuzhan Vong continue their campaign of destruction. The brutal enemy has unleashed a savage creature capable of finding—and killing—Jedi Knights. And now Leia Organa Solo faces a terrible ultimatum. If the location of the secret Jedi base is not revealed within one week, the Yuuzhan Vong will blast millions of refugee ships into oblivion.As the battered but still unbroken Jedi scramble to deal with the newest onslaught, Leia’s son Anakin lays out a daring plan. He will lead a Jedi strike force into the heart of enemy territory in order to sabotage the Yuuzhan Vong’s deadliest weapons. There, with his brother and sister at his side, he will come face-to-face with his destiny—as the New Republic, still fighting the good fight, will come face-to-face with theirs...

In Book Six of the bestselling nine-book Star Wars Fate of the Jedi series, the suspense crescendoes as the Skywalkers and their treacherous Sith allies race against time to discover the origins of the mysterious Force-entity known as Abeloth. číst celé

In the fifth book of the multi-author Sundering series, New York Times best- selling author Troy Denning sends an embittered paladin, Kleef Kenric, on a quest to stop evil forces from taking advantage of the chaos rolling across the land of Faerun and claiming dominion over the entirety of the Realms. Stubbornly clinging to his family’s worship of a long-forgotten god, Kleef Kenric soon discovers that his god has blessed him with divine gifts, making him one of a new group of Chosen cropping up around the Realms. This divine gift makes him an excellent ally—and a target for those who wish corral his powers. After battling his way out Marsember, a city besieged on all sides in the wake of the Sundering, he becomes swept up in the mission of a group of odd allies—a warrior noblewoman, an accomplished thief, and a mysterious short pudgy man exuding a faint odor of decay. With the forces of Shade tracking their every step, they travel to the Underdark to thwart the rise of the goddess of Death, but before long Kleef learns that his allies hide dangerous secrets—secrets that could destroy not only Kleef but the very fabric of the Forgotten Realms.

Peace is the way of the Jedi. But with deadly enemies on every side, war may be the only way out. On Coruscant, an epidemic of madness is preying on the ranks of the Jedi Order—driving the Galactic Alliance to martial actions. As Han and Leia Solo, along with their daughter, Jaina, join the fight to protect more stricken Knights from arrest, Jedi healers race to find a cure for the rapidly spreading affliction. Meanwhile, Luke Skywalker continues his quest to find the reasons behind Jacen Solo’s dark downfall and to win redemption for the Jedi Order—a journey that draws Luke and his son, Ben, to the forbidden reaches of the Maw Cluster. There dwell the Mind Walkers: those whose power to transcend their bodies and be one with the Force is as seductive as it is potentially fatal. As Luke and Ben push their Force abilities beyond known limits, they draw closer to a nexus of dark-side energy unprecedented in its power, and to an explosive confrontation from which only one Master—good or evil—can emerge alive.

An anthology of stories tied to the Realms-shaking Return of the Archwizards series.Realms of Shadow contains stories that explore the secondary effects of the events that take place in the Return of the Archwizards series. With new stories from authors such as R.A. Salvatore, Ed Greenwood, Elaine Cunningham, and Troy Denning, fans will be even more excited to find out about the course of events that will change the face of the Realms.

In the conclusion of the Return of the Archwizards trilogy, the forces of darkness overrun the ruined cities and kingdoms, and only one forgotten and tortured hero can bring hope to the devastated land. By the author of The Summoning and The Siege. Original.

The second installment in a four-part saga brings about the return of powerful and mysterious villains who would upset the entire balance of power in the Forgotten Realms world.

Forty years after the Battle of Yavin a dangerous new era in the Star Wars epic begins the revelations are shocking, the stakes desperate, and the enemy everywhere. As civil war threatens the unity of the Galactic Alliance, Han and Leia Solo have enraged their families and the Jedi by joining... číst celé

The evil and powerful archwizards who rule the mysterious floating city of Shade return and seek to unleash their magic on the unsuspecting inhabitants of the world of Faervn. Original.

In order to fulfill his dream of being a sorcerer-king, Tithian, the new ruler of Tyr, journeys into the Athasian desert to search for an ancient oracle. Original.

Han and Leia struggle to keep the Empire at bay as stunning revelations from the past threaten to eclipse the future of the New Republic. . . . The deaths of Darth Vader and Emperor Palpatine by no means spelled the end of the Empire. In the aftermath, the New Republic has faced a constant... číst celé

This title is the final in a series of recovers of the popular Avatar series. At the time of its original release, this series presented key events that impacted the entire Forgotten Realms world, and the effects of those events are still felt in current novels. This re-released series features a cohesive cover design and all-new art and was written by New York Times best-selling author Troy Denning. Cyric the Mad Who betrayed his friends Midnight and Kelemvor and sought to destroy them. Who ascended to godhood and now spreads his lies and intrigues into every corner of Faerun. Who is the Lord of Murder, the Prince of Lies--and insane.

As an enormous red dragon ravages the kingdom of Cormyr, leaving the land at the mercy of goblins and other creatures of the dark, King Azoun IV prepares to make the ultimate sacrifice in order to save his beloved realm. Reprint.

The Lure of Dark Sorcery. . . Borys: The Dragon of Athas, born of magic and sustained by the agony of the doomed. For a thousand years, he has terrorized the desert wastes of Athas, roaming from city to city in pursuit of his gruesome levy - the lives of thousands of slaves.The winsome enchantress Sadira now stands ready to challenge him.To do so, she must reach the Pristine Tower, the forgotten citadel still smoldering with the incredible magic that spawned the Dragon. Only one man can help her: Faenaeyon, her elven father, the man who abandoned her into slavery. Before the journey ends, Sadira must forgive his betrayal - or give herself to the dark forces that still dwell within the Pristine Tower.

The stunning follow-up to Fate of the Jedi! Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, and Princess Leia have spent a lifetime fighting wars, bringing the Jedi back from extinction, raising families, and saving the galaxy more times than they can count. They've earned the right to rest on their laurels and let the younger generation shoulder the burden--but fate has another adventure in store for our heroes, a quest only they can tackle and hope to survive...

A new creed kindled from despair...Kalak: an immortal sorcerer-king whose evil magic has reduced the majestic city of Tyr to a desolate place of dust, blood, and fear.His thousand-year reign of death is about to end.Banding together to spark a revolution are a maverick statesmen, a winsome half-elf slave girl, and a man-dwarf gladiator bred for the arenas. But if the people are to be freed, the mismatched trio of steadfast rebels must look into the face of terror and choose between love and life.

In a last-ditch attempt to save the world of Athas from complete destruction, King Tithian enlists the aid of his former slaves--Rikus, Neeva, and Sadira--and embarks on a desperate mission. Original.

To save the life of Eversult's Ruling Lady, Ruha, a Bedine witch and Harper agent, infiltrates the palace of a Shou prince and uncovers a murderous conspiracy linked to the royal household of the east and the Cult of the Dragon in the west

The betrayal of a sacred trust…For a millennium, men and giants have abided together in the snowy wilderness of the Ice Spires, all paying fealty to a single dynasty of human kings.A thousand years of piece is about to shatter.When an ogre horde kidnaps Brianna of Hartwick—the fiery heir to Hartsvale’s throne—King Camden must choose between love of his daughter and duty to his kingdom. Only Tavis Burdun, a brash firbolg scout who covets Brianna’s hand, has the courage to go after her. Before he saves the princess, though, he must uncover the kingdom’s most jealously guarded secret…

In the epic conclusion of the Twilight Giants trilogy, the secret of Twilight is revealed, and it is up to firbolg scout Tavis Burdun, runemaster giant-kin Basil, and Avner, the orphan thief, to help Princess Brianna of Hartwick escape. Original. 75,000 first printing.

Brianna of Hartwick and her protectors are haunted by past covenants that are creating turmoil in the present, and find themselves hunted by the ancient races of the ogres and two-headed giants. By the author of Waterdeep. Original. 75,000 first printing.

With a militia of nobles, templars, and slaves, Rikus, the man-dwarf gladiator who sparked the rebellion that plunged the Free City into chaos, must save the city from the armies of Urik, the sorceror-king

The seer Alaundo prophesied that seven scourges would sweep Cormyr way in ruin. For centuries the royal family has stood watch against that day and devoted their lives to the protection of the realm.But in a time when their ancient guardians slumber and their most loyal servants disappear, when a terrible evil prepares to sweep down upon their home --Who will protect the royal family?

The New Jedi Order faces a formidable, hidden evil that threatens the galaxy in this thrilling installment of the Star Wars saga. As the heroes confront this insatiable menace, they must navigate new challenges and alliances, testing their strength and resolve. The narrative expands the Star Wars universe, exploring themes of courage, sacrifice, and the enduring battle between light and darkness. Fans will be captivated by the intricate plot and the deepening of beloved characters as they embark on this epic adventure.

In the explosive conclusion to the Dark Nest trilogy, Luke Skywalker summons the heroes of the New Jedi Order from near and far, as the Star Wars galaxy teeters on the edge of eternal war. Yet even the combined powers of the formidable Jedi may not be enough to vanquish the deadly perils confronting them. The Chiss-Killik border war is threatening to engulf the entire galaxy and raising the awful specter of Killiks sweeping across space to absorb all living creatures into a single hive mind. The only hope for peace lies with the Jedi-and only if they can not only end the bloodshed between two fierce enemies but also combat the insidious evil spread by the elusive Dark Nest and its unseen queen.Leia's newly acquired Jedi skills will be put to the ultimate test in the coming life-and-death battle. As for Luke, he will have to prove, in a lightning display of Force strength and swordplay, that he is- beyond a shadow of a doubt-the greatest Jedi Master in the galaxy.

Determined to drive a trade route through Anauroch, the Zhentarim have sent an army to enslave the fierce nomads of the great desert. As tribe after tribe fall to the intruders, only a single woman, Rhua, sees the true danger—but what sheik will heed the advice of an outcast witch? Ruha finds help from an unexpected source. The Harpers, guardians of liberty throughout the Realms, have sent an agent to counter the Zhentarim. If she can help this stranger win the trust of the sheikhs, perhaps he can overcome the tribes’ ancestral rivalries and drive the invaders from the desert.

Barbarian horsemen have breached the Dragonwall and threaten Shou Lung, and a general who is a descendant of the barbarians may be Shou Lung's only chance of survival--if the imperial court will give him the opportunity

The story continues with the beloved heroes of the New Jedi Order embarking on a thrilling new adventure following their previous victory in Star Wars: The Unifying Force. As they face fresh challenges and explore uncharted territories, the narrative promises excitement and the deepening of character relationships within the expansive Star Wars universe.

Guided by the goddess of beauty, an ugly nobleman ventures to the Utter East in search of a cure for his facial deformities Atreus of Erlkazar has always been hidden from his powerful family's enemies, concealed behind the hideous mask of his own face. The result of a wayward spell that distorted his features, Atreus’ ugliness is a curse he has borne since he was just a child—and one he has spent his entire life trying to break. He is driven to find a way past his own flesh, into a soul torn between destiny and love. In an ironic twist of fate, he becomes an acolyte of Sune, the goddess of beauty. Under her command, he embarks on an impossible mission to the mysterious country of Langdarma, where the magical waters of the Fountain of Infinite Grace await him. Deep in these ancient valleys of the enigmatic Utter East, Atreus will finally look into . . . the faces of deception.

Ein Zeitalter, vom Tod regiert. Ein Held, für die Arena geboren. Ein Schicksal, mit Blut geschrieben. Eine Welt, dunkler als Obsidian.

2526. Stiller Sturm – der verheerende Gegenangriff der Menschheit gegen die Invasoren der Allianz war ein überwältigender Erfolg. Das Kommando der Erde hat sein weiteres Schicksal in die Hände der Supersoldaten Spartans gelegt, die vom legendären Master Chief John-117 angeführt werden. Doch die Allianz sinnt nach ihrer ersten bitteren Niederlage auf Rache und ist nun fest entschlossen, die Menschheit auszurotten, indem sie die Planeten der Äußeren Kolonien schneller überrennt, als ein Rückzug angeordnet werden kann. Wenn die Vernichtung noch aufgehalten werden soll, müssen der Master Chief und sein Team auf einer öden, lebensfeindlichen Welt landen, um eine außer Gefecht gesetzte Fregatte der Allianz zu kapern, die mit wertvoller Technologie ausgestattet ist. Alles riecht nach einer Falle, doch der Köder ist viel zu verlockend, um ihn zu ignorieren – und diese verführerische Beute wird von einem in Ungnade gefallenen und rachsüchtigen Allianz-Flottenchef dargeboten, dessen einzige Chance auf Erlösung darin besteht, die einzige Hoffnung der Menschheit auf Überleben auszulöschen ...

Das Buch enthüllt das Schicksal eines verräterischen Charakters, der seine Freunde vernichtet und sich zur Göttlichkeit erhebt. Als Herr des Mordes und Prinz der Lügen verbreitet er seine Lügen und Intrigen in ganz Faerun.

Noch immer schreitet der Eroberungsfeldzug der Yuuzhan Vong fort, ohne dass die Jedi-Ritter ihnen wirksamen Widerstand entgegensetzen können. Da erhält Leia Organa ein Ultimatum: Wenn der Standort der geheimen Jedi-Basis nicht preisgegeben wird, werden Flüchtlingsschiffe angegriffen und vernichtet. In dieser verzweifelten Lage entwickelt Leias Sohn Anakin Solo einen tollkühnen Plan: Ein Stoßtrupp von Jedi-Rittern will sich von den Feinden fangen und in deren Hauptquartier im Reich der Finsternis bringen lassen...

Darth Vaders schreckliches Vermächtnis ... Darth Vader und Imperator Palpatine sind tot, doch das Imperium lebt weiter. Han Solo, Prinzessin Leia und der Wookiee Chewbacca setzen alles daran, eine verschollene Kontaktliste aufzuspüren. Nur damit können sie die in der Galaxis verstreuten Agenten der Neuen Republik erreichen, bevor die Schergen des Imperiums sie finden und eliminieren. Die Spur führt die Freunde nach Tatooine und zu dem Geist von Leias Vater Darth Vader. Dieses Zusammentreffen wird über das Schicksal der Galaxis entscheiden! Troy Denning wurde 1958 geboren und hat sich auch als Spiele-Entwickler und -Designer einen Namen gemacht, ehe er zu schreiben begann, wobei der grösste Teil seiner Romane in den "Forgotten Realms" angesiedelt ist. Mittlerweile hat er jedoch auch bereits über ein halbes Dutzend Star-Wars-Romane verfasst. Er lebt in Wisconsin, und wenn er nicht an neuen Abenteuern von Luke Skywalker und seinen Freunden schreibt, bewegt er sich gerne in der freien Natur oder praktiziert verschiedene Kampfsportarten.

Der Konflikt zwischen den Chiss und den Killiks ist zum offenen Krieg geworden. Jetzt droht er, die ganze Galaxis in Brand zu setzen, und die Killiks würden im Fall ihres Sieges nicht zögern, alle Lebewesen der Galaxis ihrem Kollektivgeist hinzuzufügen. Luke Skywalker sammelt die Macht der Neuen Jedi um sich – doch nicht einmal er weiß, ob sie die entsetzlichen Pläne der Killiks vereiteln können ...

Den insektoiden Killiks wurden neue Welten zur Besiedelung zur Verfügung gestellt, und für einen Moment schien die Galaxis aufatmen zu können. Da greift ein unbekannter Feind die neuen Nester wie aus dem Nichts an, und die Killiks machen die Jedi für diese Angriffe verantwortlich. Luke Skywalker und seine Freunde brechen erneut in die Unbekannten Regionen auf, um den wahren Gegner aufzuspüren. Doch was sie dort erwartet, übertrifft jede Befürchtung ..

De Magische Machten gaan naar Hollywood voor een feest van Kevin Peterson, een oude vlam van Paige. Kevin geeft het feest in zijn nieuwe villa, die hij goedkoop kon kopen, omdat het er zou spoken! Met het feest barst ook het spook meteen los en iedereen denkt dat Kevin daarachter zit. Hij vertrouwt Paige echter toe dat hij er niets mee te maken heeft. De geestverschijning blijkt van Robert Maxwell te zijn, een gevierd acteur, die in 1962 onder raadselachtige omstandigheden verdween - vlak nadat hij een gezongen telegram had ontvangen. Maxwell is een vriendelijk geest die dol is op publiek. Maar als er mensen verdwijnen en het huis plotseling hermetisch afgesloten blijkt te zijn, beseffen de magische Machten dat er ook iets boosaardigs aanwezig moet zijn. Alleen met de deskundige hulp van hun spookbondgenoot maken zij en de andere feestvierders nog een kans.

Oktober 2559: Ein Jahr ist es her, seit die abtrünnige künstliche Intelligenz Cortana ein galaxisweites Ultimatum gestellt hat und nun zahlreiche Welten bedroht. Daher soll eine Einheit Spartans unter dem Kommando des Master Chiefs eine verdeckte Mission auf dem verwüsteten Planeten Reach durchführen, ihrer ehemalige Heimat und Schauplatz der katastrophalen militärischen Niederlage der Menschheit am Ende des Krieges gegen die Allianz. John-117 und sein schlagkräftiges Team haben den Auftrag, auf dem geschundenen Planeten streng geheime Forschungsdaten zu bergen, die in Dr. Catherine Halseys verlassenem Labor aufbewahrt werden – Daten, die womöglich die letzte Hoffnung der Menschheit im Kampf gegen Cortana sein könnten. Doch Reach wurde von einer mächtigen und skrupellosen außerirdischen Fraktion überrannt, die ihre eigenen Ziele verfolgt.

2526. Vor rund einem Jahr hatte die Menschheit ihren verheerenden ersten Kontakt mit einem theokratischen Verbund außerirdischer Spezies, der sich die Allianz nennt. Jetzt haben die Feindseligkeiten zu einem offenen Krieg geführt, und das Weltraumkommando der Vereinten Nationen (UNSC) weiß praktisch nichts über diesen neuen Feind. Es gibt nur zwei Gewissheiten – die Allianz ist fest entschlossen, die Menschheit auszulöschen, und sie verfügt über die nötige Technologie, um genau das zu tun. Die einzige Hoffnung des UNSC sind die SPARTANs. Dabei handelt es sich um genetisch verbesserte Supersoldaten, die in einem Geheimprojekt von Kindesbeinen an zu lebenden Waffen erzogen und ausgebildet wurden. Ihr designierter Kommandeur, Petty Officer John-117, wurde beauftragt, die Spartans bei einem verzweifelten Gegenangriff anzuführen, der die Allianz in die Knie zwingen und der Menschheit die Zeit verschaffen soll, die sie braucht, um Informationen zu sammeln und ihre Verteidigung zu organisieren. Doch nicht alle haben ein Interesse daran, dass die Spartans Erfolg haben ...