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" Le Pentagone, un bâtiment qui compte cinq façades et cinq niveaux au-dessus du sol, explose avec tout ce qu'il contient, six cent mille mètres carrés de bureaux réduits en poussière ardente par le flash lumineux et thermique initial. L'arrivée quasi simultanée de l'onde de choc fracasse les murs. Les vingt-sept mille employés périssent sur le coup. ". Un État voyou lance un missile nucléaire sur le Pentagone. Dans les soixante-deux minutes qui suivent, le monde s'embrase dans une réaction en chaîne écrite à l'avance.

Charlie Decker traveled to Seattle to acquire a much needed loan for his family’s Orchard. After a dozen requests, Charlie is forced to head home empty handed. But his plans are derailed after an unexpected attack on the city renders all electronics useless.

In a world where mega corporations wage shadow wars, the deadliest weapon isn't a rifle, it’s in your DNA. A ruthless genophagic virus threatens to erase entire bloodlines, a doomsday device hidden in plain sight. Mercenaries, spies, and corporate assassins scramble for control, but one mercenary’s actions will tip the balance, triggering a chain reaction that could either stop the virus or unleash it on an unsuspecting world.

A Simon Maverick audiobook. Simon Maverick has a great book for every listener.

In this debut novel by Robert Hodge, the future is set and Brian and Sylvia need to figure out what their future looks like outside of the walls that have been built around Toronto, as Henry sorts out his future on the inside. Fate will bring them together as the resistance to The Corporation begins to take shape as Malcom seeks alliances in the communities around The City. Sometimes everything works out in the end. Sometimes it doesn’t.

A throne claimed. A city reborn. A family broken. Thanks to the help of Jacob’s Titan Mechs, much of Belldorn survived the battle that ravaged its shores. But the war is far from over. Their hopes rest on Furi bringing the Skyborn into the fold. But Samuel has another plan that will take them back to where it all began … behind the towering walls of Ancora. As hope begins to fade … so come the Stormborn.

In Seeds, Iain Davie crafts a rare literary work that resonates with the concerns of our age. More than a novel, it is a contemplative journey into humanity’s relationship with the Earth and cosmos—intertwining scientific exploration, ecological urgency, and philosophical introspection.

Discover the chilling foresight of 1900; or, The Last President by Ingersoll Lockwood in this captivating audiobook. Written in 1896, this political satire eerily mirrors modern events, weaving a tale of societal upheaval, economic collapse, and a controversial leader rising to power. Perfect for fans of dystopian fiction, historical curiosities, and conspiracy theories, this audiobook brings Lockwood's prophetic vision to life with immersive narration.

Ingersoll Lockwood (1841-1918) was a New York attorney, diplomat and lecturer who wrote children's books, satire, and poetry. 1900 or, The last President is a dystopian, alternative history book which was published in 1896 and ostensibly involves events of a few years later - the 1898 election that put William Jennings Bryan in power and led to civic unrest. As a work of political satire, the narrative deplores the rise of socialism and populism in its dystopian vision of the future.

Mars is a desolate world. Largely forgotten by Earth, the planet remains helpless in the stranglehold of Arnie Kott, who as boss of the plumber's union has a monopoly over the vital water supply.

When floating among the kelp, Calvin shed all the responsibilities he shouldered and felt free. He felt anything was possible. From an underground tea brewer concocting guerrilla potions to a granddaughter rediscovering her family through an inherited snack shop, this collection of soft sci-fi short stories explores the memories and thoughts of nine in a world of marine biology and memory technology.

In a world shrouded by secrets, Victoria embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the truth behind her parents' disappearance. Defying all odds, she ventures into a mysterious fog that no one has ever returned from. Victoria assembles a courageous team to aid her quest. They must rely on their wits, bravery, and the unbreakable bonds they've forged to succeed in their mission.

فى مستقبل قريب مظلم، تنضب موارد الطاقة التقليدية من نفط وغاز طبيعى وخلافه، وتعجز الطاقة المتجددة عن سد الحاجة العالمية المتزايدة للطاقة.. تصبح الكرة فى ملعب إيجى- نيرجى.. الشركة العملاقة، عابرة القارات، المتخصصة فى استخلاص الطاقة النفسية من الأجساد البشرية (عن طريق تعذيبها حتى الموت) ثم تحويلها لطاقة كهربية. بعد ما يقرب من ربع القرن من الاستقرار والسيطرة على سوق الطاقة.. تنفجر الأحداث مجدداً مع هروب أحد ضحايا الشركة من داخل ماكينات التعذيب، وقد اكتسب قدرات غير طبيعية جعلت منه سلاحاً رهيباً، تصارع الشركة من جهة، و

It’s been eight days since the lights went out for good. Eight days of surviving chaos and the worst of humanity. Eight days for the truth to sink in: the survivors are on their own. Shannon Grayson has escaped from the massive retail center where she was trapped, but a festering bullet wound in her shoulder requires medical care. In the aftermath of society’s collapse, doctors and medicine are hard to come by—and her infection is getting worse.

رسالتنا للسادة رؤساء وملوك وسلاطين العالم: أنظمتكم تواجه خطرًا غير مسبوق، ضرباتنا لن تتوقف لمنظومة الطاقة التى بنيتم عليها أنظمتكم، وثقوا بأننا نملك من القوة والتجهيز ما يحقق لنا هدفنا. سيكون عليكم أن تواجهوا شعوبكم بعجزكم عن توفير الاستقرار والأمان. هذه الشعوب التى ارتكنت للدعة والرفاهية لعقدين كاملين، لن تتحمل الحرمان طويلاٌ استمع إلى رواية عالم أفضل-القيامة للكاتب شريف ثابت حصريًا على كتاب صوتي

For the first time in centuries, a child was born without a superpower. Eighteen-year-old Carson Adachi has lived his entire life believing that he was indeed Powerless. During Recruitment for trade schools, Carson’s power begins to manifest and he learns that there are far worse things to be than powerless. The leaders of the known world – the Council – take an interest in Carson and his unique power, but tensions quickly rise as he questions the knowledge of his rulers.

Best-selling author Destiny Hawkins brings you the third installment of a gripping dark fantasy where a powerless girl must survive in a society that doesn't accept the weak...or the defective.

Werden die Männer mit dreißig getötet? Jeden Tag wächst Zoes Misstrauen weiter an. Sie hat zu viel gesehen, zu viel erlebt. Dinge, die sie nie wieder vergessen wird. Umso größer ist ihre Sorge, ob Flynn möglicherweise recht hat. Hat er sie mit seinem Hirngespinst nur angesteckt? Oder stimmt es wirklich, was er behauptet? Die Wahrheit kann Zoe nur herausfinden, wenn sie in Sektor 7 einbricht. Doch soll sie das wirklich tun? Eigentlich ist sie mit ihrem Leben bereits genug überfordert. Zoe und Bridget gehen unterschiedlich mit dem unerfüllten Kinderwunsch um.

Der phänomenale Abschluss der Niemannswelt-Reihe. Wer sich mit dem System anlegt, dem drohen Konsequenzen. Trotzdem kennt Zoe nur ein Ziel: Sie muss Flynn aus dem Labor befreien. Doch wie? Der Bunker ist ein Hochsicherheitsgefängnis und Flynn will nicht zulassen, dass sie seinetwegen alles verliert. Wenn er nicht mitwirkt, ist das Scheitern vorprogrammiert. Zoe braucht einen Plan. Einen bombensicheren. Sie muss sturer sein als Flynn, so mutig wie nie zuvor und das Unmögliche schaffen. Die Uhr tickt unerbittlich. Bei jedem Kampf muss einer verlieren.

Zoes Reise in den Nationalpark hat Spuren hinterlassen. Das dunkle Familiengeheimnis verfolgt sie wie ein Schatten. Sie fühlt sich immer fremder in der Gesellschaft und muss trotzdem funktionieren. Gleichzeitig wird das Verhältnis zu Professorin Sinclair undurchsichtiger. Zoe kann schwer einschätzen, ob ihre Chefin eine Freundin oder Feindin ist. Als sie dann auch noch etwas Unglaubliches erfährt, verstärkt sich ihr Misstrauen. Mehr und mehr wird Zoe bewusst, in welchem Albtraum Flynn gefangen ist. Sie weiß nicht mehr, was richtig und was falsch ist.

On a small poultry farm located in Delaney, Georgia, an antigenic shift causes the H7N9 bird flu virus to jump to other species. The contagion burns through everything in its path despite the federal government’s ham-handed efforts to mask its true nature. The unprecedented mortality rate paralyzes the nation and paves the way for establishing FEMA’s martial law across the country.

이 소설의 주인공은 '버즈'란 별명으로 알려진 미국 상원의원 버질리어스 윈드립이다. 그는 대통령 선거에 출마해 가난하고 성난 유권자들에게 미국을 다시 한 번 자랑스럽고 번성하는 나라로 만들겠다고 약속한다. 국민의 지지를 얻고 대통령에 선출된 그는 권력을 잡자마자 공약을 모두 폐기한 것처럼 군사법을 제정한다. 통치를 용이하게 하기 위해 국가의 행정구역을 재편하고, 언론과 대학을 장악한 후 의회와 사법부의 견제를 무력화시킨다. 이렇게 윈드립은 온 나라를 점점 어두운 나락으로 떨어뜨린다.

In a world without rain, the desert sands are controlled by the only group with the technology and infrastructure to give water to the thirsty: The Distributor. When Friedrich, a nerdy engineer, discovers a bug in the Distributor’s systems, he realizes this is a chance to overthrow their oppressive regime. Friedrich’s tech can offer a better life to thousands in the Barrens, but he’ll need to reach the Distributor across hundreds of miles of empty desert.

Die Bina Shea bezeichnen uns als "Toten Schwarm“. Wir mögen zwar einem Schwarm ähneln, sind aber noch lange nicht tot, sondern noch sehr lebendig. Wir ...

On Tigris, children develop telekinesis beginning at the age of five. By the time they're pre-teens, though, their special abilities peak, then slip away as they reach maturity. Being able to "teek" gives them power—even over most adults—until they gradually become regular teenagers, no longer special, no longer with authority and status. Some handle the Transition better than others.

Die Spuren von Corteon Fringe führen nach Venedig, und die Schlinge um den Hals von Nova und Red zieht sich gefährlich zusammen: Eine übergriffige Ex-Freundin nutzt Reds Notlage schamlos aus. CReL offenbart ihren eigentlichen Plan, der viel erschreckender ist, als bisher angenommen. Und selbst in ihrem Mind Palace ist Nova nicht mehr sicher.

In a society where bionic enhancements are the epitome of wealth and power, scientific researcher Dr Rosio Arata threatens to topple the status quo with her pioneering organic enhancements. Yet when a horrific accident kills her daughter, Ro's quest for answers leads her to becoming trapped in a twisted version of her life's work. In a bleak underground colony, sixteen year-old Ever is primed to rise through the ranks, gain selection and become a Saviour.

Hundreds of years after the end of the world, the Appalachian community of Iron Hollow finds itself beset by demons. Such horrors are common these days in the outlands, where most folks die young—if they don’t turn into monsters first. When a legendary knight is summoned to hunt down the latest unearthly beast to haunt their woods, the town’s new oral historian, Shrike, has more reason than most to be concerned. Because that demon was her wife. And while Shrike is certain that May still recognizes her—that May is still herself, somewhere beneath it all—she can’t prove it.

Safe and snuggled up in my nest, I waited for my pack to make their case and beg the Council of Four to let us stay together. But I never heard the answer. Just when my life was taking a turn for the better, I was snatched from my home and the men I love. Now, I'm somewhere strange, and my dream world's come crashing down. Trapped alone without my pack, rigid rules, and a man telling me I'm destined for a pack of strangers has me reeling.

Ein hartgesottener Kapitalist gerät auf rätselhafte Weise in eine von Künstlicher Intelligenz gesteuerte Parallelwelt. Auf einer fantastischen Reise nach innen wird der Spekulant mit seinen Ängsten und den grossen Fragen des Lebens konfrontiert. Eine temporeiche Geschichte über die illusionäre Macht des Geldes, die Wandlungsfähigkeit des Menschen und die Zukunft des Planeten. Peter Wallimann entwirft eine herausfordernde Gesellschaftsutopie durch die Verbindung futuristischer Technologie mit humanistischen Werten.