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Julian May

    July 10, 1931 – October 17, 2017

    Julian May was an American author who wrote science fiction, fantasy, horror, factual works, and children's books. Her extensive body of work explored complex questions about human existence and the future. May often delved into themes of memory, identity, and the intersection of science and spirituality. Her distinctive style blended intricate scientific concepts with profound psychological insight, drawing readers into captivating narratives.

    The Nonborn King
    The Adversary
    Sagittarius Whorl
    Jack the Bodiless
    Diamond Mask
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    • 2021
    • 2013

      A promising future is envisioned, but a rebellion leads to destruction.

      Magnificat
    • 2005

      Conqueror's Moon

      • 464 pages
      • 17 hours of reading
      3.4(570)Add rating

      With his father on his deathbed, Prince Conrig of Cathra and his lover, the seductive sorceress Princess Ullanoth of Moss, have hatched a plan to reunite the warring kingdoms of High Blenholm under one supreme rule, in the first volume of the Boreal Moon Tale series. Reprint.

      Conqueror's Moon
    • 2003

      Diamond Mask

      • 450 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      As the 21st century nears its end, humanity faces a pivotal moment in its evolution towards Unity within the Galactic Milieu. However, a faction of rebels, driven by a desire to preserve human individuality, conspires against this integration. Behind their efforts lurks Fury, a powerful and deranged metapsychic entity intent on seizing control of humanity. Jack the Bodiless, a mutant genius with extraordinary abilities, stands in opposition to Fury, determined to resist becoming a pawn in its dangerous game.

      Diamond Mask
    • 2001

      In the epic conclusion to The Rampart Worlds trilogy, interstellar maverick Helly Frost sets out to prove that a proposed pact with the alien Haluk could destroy the Commonwealth of Humans and sets out for the Sagittarius Whorl, a hostile and remote region of the galaxy to uncover evidence to expose the Haluk plot against humankind. Original.

      Sagittarius Whorl
    • 2000

      Orion Arm

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.7(420)Add rating

      After Helly Spur's attempts to break the Galapharma conspiracy with the Haluk against the Human Worlds, this carries on where "Perseus Spur" left off. Helly and his companions attempt to capture a crucial witness to the conspiracy, who has taken refuge on a hostile planet.

      Orion Arm
    • 1999

      Perseus Spur

      • 336 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      3.5(59)Add rating

      Exiled to a remote planet in the Perseus Spur, the rebellious Asahel Frost becomes Helmut Icicle, a man without a past. But someone remembers Asahel Frost enough to have him assassinated, which brings Frost back to life. Helmut is caught in a conspiracy as convoluted as it is deadly.

      Perseus Spur
    • 1993

      The royal house of Ruwenda is threatened by a sorcerer whose goal is to control the world of the Three Moons.

      Blood trillium
    • 1991
    • 1984

      The Adversary

      • 480 pages
      • 17 hours of reading
      4.1(332)Add rating

      The Frivulag are rising, while the children of the metaphysic rebels are to re-open the time gate - sole escape route back to the Galatic Milieu - and Marc Remillard, the adversary, takes up his destined role in the power play.

      The Adversary