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Forward the Foundation (Foundation Series #2)
by Isaac AsimovA stunning testament to his creative genius. Forward The Foundation is a the saga's dramatic climax -- the story Asimov fans have been waiting for. An exciting tale of danger, intrigue, and suspense, Forward The Foundation brings to vivid life Asimov's best loved characters: hero Hari Seldon, who struggles to perfect his revolutionary theory of psychohistory to ensure the survival of humanity; Cleon II, the vain and crafty emperor of the Galactic Empire,
Forward the Mage
by Eric Flint Richard RoachBestselling fantasy authors Flint and Roach have again teamed up in "Forward the Mage, " a story of a young artist who arrives in the city of Goimr to paint a portrait of the Amazon radical Gwendolyn, only to find the city in turmoil over a prophetic dream the King has had.
Forza & Potere: Le Cronache di Kerrigan (Le Cronache di Kerrigan #10)
by W. J. MayForza & Potere è il 10° Volume della serie bestseller di W.J. May, Le Cronache di Kerrigan. Così Rae e Devon hanno rotto. Gabriel è furioso per non essere stato scelto. Angel è tornata in scena. Kraigan è uscito di scena, e Molly e Luke si sono trasformati in una di quelle perfette, spassosissime coppie… Dopo aver scoperto un indizio criptico lasciatole da suo padre, Rae Kerrigan si ritrova ad affrontare un avversario che non si era mai aspettata: l’Alto Consiglio. Le linee tra “bene” e “male” sono di nuovo sfocate, solo che questa volta, Rae non è sicura di chi sia dalla sua parte. La vita a Londra diventa una danza pericolosa – una che deve attraversare con attenzione perché la posta in gioco non è mai stata più alta. Potrebbe essere possibile che il Consiglio fosse dietro a ogni cosa per tutto il tempo? Davvero Rae ha intenzione di tagliare tutti i legami e fare di testa sua come suo padre? Fino a dove si spingeranno gli agenti della Guilder per fermarla? Chi potrebbe lasciarsi alle spalle…? Forza & Potere è il 10° Volume della serie Le Cronache di Kerrigan. Segui Rae Kerrigan mentre impara a conoscere il tatuaggio sulla schiena che le conferisce poteri soprannaturali, mentre viene a conoscenza delle cattive intenzioni di suo padre e mentre si rende conto di come diventare maggiorenne, innamorarsi e combattere in azioni ad alta tensione non sia così facile come lo fanno sembrare i fumetti Ordine della Serie: Prequel: Natale Prima della Magia Domande nell’Oscurità Nell’Oscurità Lotta all’Oscurità Sola nell’Oscurità Persa nell’Oscurità Serie Le Cronache di Kerrigan Rae di Speranza La Nebulosa Oscura Castello di Carte Té Con Sua Maestà Sotto Tiro Fine in Vista Oscurità Nascoste Intrecciati Segno del Destino Forza e Potere L’ultimo in piedi Rae di Luce Sequel Le Cronache di Kerrigan Una questione di tempo Frammento di Tempo
Forzada
by W. J. May Àlex Rourera¡El esperadísimo cuarto libro de la Saga de los Secretos Ocultos continúa su viaje con esta deliciosamente única historia sobre hombres lobo, brujas y muertos vivientes! Los secretos de su pasado han sido revelados, pero la vida de Rouge sigue cubierta de misterio. Ha aprendido muchas cosas y, sin embargo, siente que solo ha arañado la superficie, ya que no paran de asaltarle preguntas a las que debe encontrar respuestas. Los Grollics la quieren ver muerta, tiene prohibido estar con el chico al que ama, y puede que su hermano – el enemigo – sea el único en el que pueda confiar. Cuanto más hurga en el pasado, más problemas surgen a su encuentro. ¿Puede encontrar respuestas en el antiguo diario que lleva? ¿O está abriendo la caja de Pandora?
El Foso de los Ángeles Negros
by Oana Fialcofschi Kenna MckinnonLos demonios rugen de la boca de los leones y el diablo vive en un planeta alienígena en esta colección de tres novelas de fantasía/paranormal para adultos, ambientadas en la Tierra, el Infierno y el Cielo y en el más bajo lugar internedio. Una Pasión por Poe es la primera novela, que gira de Calgary a Dinamarca, en un crescendo de disfunción. Los demonios caen del maletero de un coche comprado por Astria Brin y su novio, Patrick Ferguson. Los leones miran desde un puente en el centro de Calgary y los siguen a casa, mientras sueños misteriosos, asesinatos y el horror se entrelazan. La segunda novela tiene lugar en un mundo inferior entre el Paraíso, la Tierra y el Infierno. El Ángel Negro presenta a Drake Dumont, un hombre medio demonio que ruge sobre el universo en una motocicleta Harley-Davidson cromada con su perro terrier Killer en el sidecar. Su novia Lori Weidemann está vinculada a Drake en la vida y la muerte, con la maldición del diablo en ambos. Después de que los padres de Drake mueren en un trágico accidente de coche, este se embarca en una furiosa misión de redención. En El Padre de las Mentiras, viajamos entre 3000 años en el futuro, el siglo XX y 3000 años aC, en la antigua Grecia. Mientras los seres de Alpha Centauri esperan la muerte de la Tierra y del Sol para reponer sus espíritus, observan a la Tierra y a una familia en particular.
Foss
by PelaamHolidaying in the beautiful lakeside town of Taupo, Zander hears music that instantly captivates him. The musician turns out to be as beautiful as he is talented. Zander is elated to find the attraction he feels for Foss is reciprocated.Acting on their mutual attraction, Zander finds himself falling heavily for the gorgeous musician. But Foss isn’t all he seems, and when the couple are attacked, the truth may tear them apart.
Fossil: Isaac's Universe
by Hal ClementThe Seventh Race: set in a universe created by Isaac Asimov and written by science fiction master Hal Clement, this is the story of six vastly different starfaring races struggling to coexist as they combine their forces for a scientific project on the inhospitable world of Habranha. Their mission is to search through the planet's ice layers for fossils which they hope will determine whether the winged natives, the Habras, actually evolved there or are--as some evidence indicates--descendants of the long-vanished, legendary Seventh Race. But there are those among the Six Races who seem to have secret agendas of their own. And when a ground vehicle turns up at the research settlement with no one aboard except a long-dead Habra frozen in a block of ice, humans Hugh and Janice Cedar and their allies among the Six Racers are determined to get to the root of this mystery. Has someone sent them a fully preserved fossil, a long-buried ancestor of the present-day Habras? Or is this an elaborate hoax being staged to put an end to their study before they can unearth the truth about the planet and its people.
Foul (Night Fall (tm) Ser.)
by Patrick HuellerRhino is one of Bridgewater's best basketball players—except when it comes to making free throws. It's not a big deal, until he begins receiving strange threats. If Rhino can't make his shots at the free throw line, someone will start hurting the people around him. Everyone's a suspect: a college recruiter, Rhino's jealous best friend, and the father Rhino never knew—who recently escaped from prison.
Foul (Night Fall ™)
by Patrick HuellerRhino is one of Bridgewater's best basketball players—except when it comes to making free throws. It's not a big deal, until he begins receiving strange threats. If Rhino can't make his shots at the free throw line, someone will start hurting the people around him. Everyone's a suspect: a college recruiter, Rhino's jealous best friend, and the father Rhino never knew—who recently escaped from prison.
Foul Days: Book One of The Witch's Compendium of Monsters
by Genoveva Dimova'A fresh, gritty world bursting with wonderful characters'ALLISON SAFT, author of A Far Wilder Magic'A fast-paced thrill ride with immersive worldbuilding' FRANCES WHITE, author of Voyage of the DamnedAs a witch in the walled city of Chernograd, Kosara has plenty of practice treating lycanthrope bites, bargaining with kikimoras, and slaying bloodsucking upirs. There's only one monster she can't defeat: her ex, the Zmey, known as the Tsar of Monsters. She's defied him one too many times and now he's hunting her. Betrayed by someone close to her, Kosara's only choice is to trade her shadow-the source of her powers-for a quick escape.Unfortunately, Kosara soon develops the deadly sickness that plagues shadowless witches-and only reclaiming her magic can cure her. To find it, she's forced to team up with a suspiciously honorable detective. Even worse, all the clues point in a single direction: To get her shadow back, Kosara will have to face the Foul Days' biggest threats without it. And she's only got twelve days.But in a city where everyone is out for themselves, who can Kosara trust to assist her in outwitting the biggest monster from her past?'A brilliant modern fantasy that's not afraid to show its teeth.' ED MCDONALD, author of The Redwinter ChroniclesEarly reader reviews: 'This is a must read! Honestly I can't wait to read whatever Ms. Dimova comes up with next!''Delightfully witty and utterly charming''A truly breathless romp that grabs you from the very first page and doesn't let go''If you are unfamiliar with Balkan folklore, this is an excellent starting point.'
Foul Days: Book One of The Witch's Compendium of Monsters
by Genoveva Dimova'A fresh, gritty world bursting with wonderful characters'ALLISON SAFT, author of A Far Wilder Magic'A fast-paced thrill ride with immersive worldbuilding' FRANCES WHITE, author of Voyage of the DamnedAs a witch in the walled city of Chernograd, Kosara has plenty of practice treating lycanthrope bites, bargaining with kikimoras, and slaying bloodsucking upirs. There's only one monster she can't defeat: her ex, the Zmey, known as the Tsar of Monsters. She's defied him one too many times and now he's hunting her. Betrayed by someone close to her, Kosara's only choice is to trade her shadow-the source of her powers-for a quick escape.Unfortunately, Kosara soon develops the deadly sickness that plagues shadowless witches-and only reclaiming her magic can cure her. To find it, she's forced to team up with a suspiciously honorable detective. Even worse, all the clues point in a single direction: To get her shadow back, Kosara will have to face the Foul Days' biggest threats without it. And she's only got twelve days.But in a city where everyone is out for themselves, who can Kosara trust to assist her in outwitting the biggest monster from her past?'A brilliant modern fantasy that's not afraid to show its teeth.' ED MCDONALD, author of The Redwinter ChroniclesEarly reader reviews: 'This is a must read! Honestly I can't wait to read whatever Ms. Dimova comes up with next!''Delightfully witty and utterly charming''A truly breathless romp that grabs you from the very first page and doesn't let go''If you are unfamiliar with Balkan folklore, this is an excellent starting point.'
Foul Days (The Witch's Compendium of Monsters #1)
by Genoveva DimovaThe Witcher meets Naomi Novik in this fast-paced fantasy rooted in Slavic folklore, from an assured new voice in genre fiction.Featured in Book Riot | Screen Rant | Paste Magazine | Parade | Polygon | io9 | Nerd Daily | Yahoo Entertainment | Reactor | Winter is ComingAs a witch in the walled city of Chernograd, Kosara has plenty of practice treating lycanthrope bites, bargaining with kikimoras, and slaying bloodsucking upirs. There’s only one monster she can’t defeat: her ex, the Zmey, known as the Tsar of Monsters. She’s defied him one too many times and now he’s hunting her. Betrayed by someone close to her, Kosara’s only choice is to trade her shadow—the source of her powers—for a quick escape. Unfortunately, Kosara soon develops the deadly sickness that plagues shadowless witches—and only reclaiming her magic can cure her. To find it, she’s forced to team up with a suspiciously honorable detective. Even worse, all the clues point in a single direction: To get her shadow back, Kosara will have to face the Foul Days’ biggest threats without it. And she’s only got twelve days.But in a city where everyone is out for themselves, who can Kosara trust to assist her in outwitting the biggest monster from her past?At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Foul Heart Huntsman: The stunning sequel to Foul Lady Fortune, by a #1 New York times bestselling author (Foul Lady Fortune)
by Chloe GongThe captivating sequel to Foul Lady Fortune, by the New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights.Winter is drawing thick in 1932 Shanghai, as is the ever-nearing threat of invasion.Rosalind Lang has encountered the worst possible fate for a national spy: she's been exposed. With the media storm camped outside her apartment for the infamous Lady Fortune, she's barely left her bedroom in weeks, plotting her next course of action after Orion was taken and his memories of Rosalind wiped. Though their marriage might have been a sham, his absence hurts her more than any physical wound. She won't rest until she gets him back. I can help you get him back. Find me in Zhouzhuang. -JM.But with her identity in the open, the task is near impossible. The only way to leave the city and rescue her beloved is the guise of a national tour: convincing her superiors that the countryside needs unity more than ever, and who better than an immortal girl to stir pride and strength into the people? When the tour goes wrong, however, everything Rosalind once knew is thrown up in the air. Taking refuge outside Shanghai, old ghosts come into the open and adversaries turn to allies. To save Orion, they must find a cure to his mother's traitorous invention and take this chemical weapon away from impending foreign invasion - but the clock is ticking, and if Rosalind fails, it's not only Orion she loses, but her nation itself.(P)2023 Simon & Schuster Audio
Foul Heart Huntsman: The stunning sequel to Foul Lady Fortune, by a #1 New York times bestselling author (Foul Lady Fortune)
by Chloe GongA lover in peril. A nation under threat. The clock is ticking . . .'AMAZING, SHOW-STOPPING, SPECTACULAR' XIRAN JAY ZHAOThe captivating sequel to Foul Lady Fortune, by the New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights.Winter is drawing thick in 1932 Shanghai, as is the threat of a Japanese invasion. Rosalind Lang's identity as a national spy has been exposed. With the media camped outside her apartment, she's barely left her bedroom in weeks, plotting her next course of action after Orion was taken and his memories wiped. Their marriage might have been a sham, but his absence hurts more than any physical wound. She won't rest until she gets him back. But with her identity in the open, the task is near impossible. The only way to rescue Orion is under the guise of a national tour. It's easy to convince her superiors that the countryside needs unity more than ever, and who better than an immortal girl to stir pride and strength? When the tour goes wrong, everything Rosalind once knew is thrown up in the air. Taking refuge outside Shanghai, old ghosts return and adversaries turn to allies. To save Orion, they must find a cure to his mother's invention and steal this dangerous weapon away from foreign invasion -but the clock is ticking, and if Rosalind fails, it's not only Orion she loses, but her nation itself . . .PRAISE FOR CHLOE GONG'A glamorous spy thriller that will leave you breathless' DUSTIN THAO'Brilliant pacing and utterly dynamic characters' ELIZABETH LIM'The chemistry was crackling, the revelations hair-raising, and I was so taken by the world that I did not see the reveals coming' JOAN HE'A thrilling historical fantasy packed with action, intrigue, and swoon-worthy romance' JUNE HUR'A dark delight . . . Captivating' RENEE AHDIEH'Equal parts intoxicating and dazzling, Gong's newest duology is enchanting and unmissable' ROSHANI CHOKSHI
Foul Heart Huntsman (Foul Lady Fortune #2)
by Chloe GongFrom the #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights and Our Violent Ends comes the second book in the captivating Foul Lady Fortune duology following an immortal assassin in 1930s Shanghai as she races to save her country and her love. <p><p> Winter is drawing thick in 1932 Shanghai, as is the ever-nearing threat of a Japanese invasion. <p><p> Rosalind Lang has suffered the worst possible fate for a national spy: she’s been exposed. With the media storm camped outside her apartment for the infamous Lady Fortune, she’s barely left her bedroom in weeks, plotting her next course of action after Orion was taken and his memories of Rosalind wiped. Though their marriage might have been a sham, his absence hurts her more than any physical wound. She won’t rest until she gets him back. <p><p> But with her identity in the open, the task is near impossible. The only way to leave the city and rescue Orion is under the guise of a national tour. It’s easy to convince her superiors that the countryside needs unity more than ever, and who better than an immortal girl to stir pride and strength into the people? <p><p> When the tour goes wrong, however, everything Rosalind once knew is thrown up in the air. Taking refuge outside Shanghai, old ghosts come into the open and adversaries turn to allies. To save Orion, they must find a cure to his mother’s traitorous invention and take this dangerous chemical weapon away from impending foreign invasion—but the clock is ticking, and if Rosalind fails, it’s not only Orion she loses, but her nation itself. <p> <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
Foul Lady Fortune (Foul Lady Fortune)
by Chloe GongAssassin. Immortal. Spy.From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights comes the first book in a captivating new duology following an ill-matched pair of spies posing as a married couple to investigate a series of brutal murders in 1930s Shanghai. It's 1931 in Shanghai, and the stage is set for a new decade of intrigue. Four years ago, Rosalind Lang was brought back from the brink of death, but the strange experiment that saved her also stopped her from sleeping and aging - and allows her to heal from any wound. In short, Rosalind cannot die. Now, desperate for redemption for her traitorous past, she uses her abilities as an assassin for her country. Code name: Fortune. But when the Japanese Imperial Army begins its invasion march, Rosalind's mission pivots. A series of murders is causing unrest in Shanghai, and the Japanese are under suspicion. Rosalind's new orders are to infiltrate foreign society and identify the culprits behind the terror plot before more of her people are killed. To reduce suspicion, she must pose as the wife of another Nationalist spy, Orion Hong. Although Rosalind finds Orion's cavalier attitude and playboy demeanour infuriating, she is willing to work with him for the greater good. But Orion has an agenda of his own, and Rosalind has secrets that she wants to keep buried. As they both attempt to unravel the conspiracy, the two spies soon find that there are deeper and more horrifying layers to this mystery than they ever imagined.PRAISE FOR CHLOE GONG'An electrifying, swashbuckling tale of intrigue and assassins, romance and betrayal' CASSANDRA CLARE'Amazing, show-stopping, spectacular' XIRAN JAY ZHAO'A dark delight' RENEE AHDIEH'Foul Lady Fortune had my heart pounding from the first chapter' ELIZABETH LIM'Chloe Gong has outdone herself' JOAN HE
Foul Lady Fortune: From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights and Our Violent Ends (Foul Lady Fortune)
by Chloe GongFoul Lady Fortune, the first in a duology, is a speculative historical noir surrounding the events of Imperial Japan's expansion into China in the 1930s.It's 1931 in Shanghai, and the stage is set for a new decade of intrigue. Four years ago, Rosalind Lang was brought back from the brink of death, but the strange experiment that saved her also stopped her from sleeping and aging-and allows her to heal from any wound. In short, Rosalind cannot die. Now, desperate for redemption from her traitorous past, she uses her abilities as an assassin for her country.Code name: Fortune. But when the Japanese Imperial Army begins its invasion march, Rosalind's mission pivots. A series of murders is causing unrest in Shanghai, and the Japanese are under suspicion. Rosalind's new orders are to infiltrate foreign society and identify the culprits behind the terror plot before more of her people are killed. To reduce suspicion, however, she must pose as the wife of another Nationalist spy, Orion Hong, and though Rosalind finds Orion's cavalier attitude and playboy demeanor infuriating, she is willing to work with him for the greater good. But Orion has an agenda of his own, and Rosalind has secrets that she wants to keep buried. As they both attempt to unravel the conspiracy, the two spies soon find that there are deeper and more horrifying layers to this mystery than they ever imagined.(P)2022 Simon & Schuster Audio
Foul Lady Fortune (Foul Lady Fortune #1)
by Chloe GongFrom the #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights and Our Violent Ends comes the first book in a captivating new duology following an ill-matched pair of spies posing as a married couple to investigate a series of brutal murders in 1930s Shanghai. <p><p>It’s 1931 in Shanghai, and the stage is set for a new decade of intrigue. Four years ago, Rosalind Lang was brought back from the brink of death, but the strange experiment that saved her also stopped her from sleeping and aging—and allows her to heal from any wound. In short, Rosalind cannot die. Now, desperate for redemption for her traitorous past, she uses her abilities as an assassin for her country. Code name: Fortune. <p><p>But when the Japanese Imperial Army begins its invasion march, Rosalind’s mission pivots. A series of murders is causing unrest in Shanghai, and the Japanese are under suspicion. Rosalind’s new orders are to infiltrate foreign society and identify the culprits behind the terror plot before more of her people are killed. To reduce suspicion, however, she must pose as the wife of another Nationalist spy, Orion Hong, and though Rosalind finds Orion’s cavalier attitude and playboy demeanor infuriating, she is willing to work with him for the greater good. <p><p>But Orion has an agenda of his own, and Rosalind has secrets that she wants to keep buried. As they both attempt to unravel the conspiracy, the two spies soon find that there are deeper and more horrifying layers to this mystery than they ever imagined. <p> <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
Foul Tide's Turning
by Stephen HuntThe power struggle begins . . .The people of Weyland always believed the slavers raids, which destroyed families and homes like a natural disaster, were a misfortune that couldn't be averted or stopped. But it's not true. King Marcus struck a deal: his people in exchange for technology and a powerful alliance with the Vandian civilisation.And now everyone knows.Jacob and Carter Carnehan escaped the slavers - along with the true king of Weyland - and have returned home with both the truth, and a Vandian princess as their hostage. Their purpose was to avoid war . . . instead, the truth prompts a civil war at home - while an invasion force focused on reclaiming the captive princess starts to gather on their borders.Jacob and Carter will be separated once again - and this time they're fighting for something bigger than their lives.
Foul Tide's Turning
by Stephen HuntThe power struggle begins . . . The people of Weyland always believed the slavers raids, which destroyed families and homes like a natural disaster, were a misfortune that couldn't be averted or stopped. But it's not true. King Marcus struck a deal: his people in exchange for technology and a powerful alliance with the Vandian civilisation. And now everyone knows. Jacob and Carter Carnehan escaped the slavers - along with the true king of Weyland - and have returned home with both the truth, and a Vandian princess as their hostage. Their purpose was to avoid war . . . instead, the truth prompts a civil war at home - while an invasion force focused on reclaiming the captive princess starts to gather on their borders. Jacob and Carter will be separated once again - and this time they're fighting for something bigger than their lives.
Found (Shipwreck Island #4)
by S. A. BodeenIn the thrilling final book of S.A. Bodeen's middle-grade Shipwreck Island series, it's up to a young girl to save her shipwrecked family from a time-traveling "curator" of souls and a treasure-hunting criminal―and get them off the island! <p><p> Sarah Robinson and her family are shipwrecked on a remote and mysterious island. Their food is scarce and there's no sign of rescue. They have seen strange creatures, rescued a mysterious girl, and found the Curator, who has captured Sarah's father and stepbrother to use in a bizarre time travel experiment. And then the only man who knows about their island comes back―he's looking for buried treasure, and won't leave without it, even if it means leaving the Robinsons stranded. <p><p> Time is running out. They must get off the island.
Found: Found; Sent; Sabotaged; Torn; Caught; Risked; Revealed; Redeemed (The Missing #1)
by Margaret Peterson HaddixThirteen-year-old Jonah has always known that he was adopted, and he's never thought it was any big deal. Then he and a new friend, Chip, who's also adoped, begin receiving mysterious letters. The first one says, "You are one of the missing." The second one says, "Beware! They're coming back to get you." Jonah, Chip, and Jonah's sister, Katherine, are plunged into a mystery that involves the FBI, a vast smuggling operation, an airplane that appeared out of nowhere -- and people who seem to appear and disappear at will. The kids discover they are caught in a battle between two opposing forces that want very different things for Jonah and Chip's lives. Do Jonah and Chip have any choice in the matter? And what should they choose when both alternatives are horrifying? With Found, Margaret Peterson Haddix begins a new series that promises to be every bit as suspenseful as her Shadow Children series -- which has sold more than 41/2 million copies -- and proves her, once again, to be a master of the page-turner.
Found and Lost
by Amanda G. StevensWhen Violet DuBay's friend Khloe confides that her dad is a Christian, it's the one secret Violet can't keep. Turning in Khloe's dad to the Constabulary is her duty. Her decision becomes an opportunity to infiltrate the Christian resistance; but as she gets to know Marcus, Lee, and the others, she's compelled to question the things her society has taught her about God and His followers. Clay Hansen persuades his family to join him at an underground church meeting and brings Violet, his teen daughter Khloe's best friend. That night, the church is raided. He and his wife escape, but in the chaos, he loses Violet and Khloe. How can he find them with the Constabulary monitoring his every move? If the God who once spared Khloe won't intervene, Clay will have to save her himself.
The Found and the Lost: The Collected Novellas of Ursula K. Le Guin
by Ursula K. Le GuinEvery novella by Ursula K. Le Guin, an icon in American literature, collected for the first time--and introduced by the legendary author--in one breathtaking volume. <P><P>Ursula K. Le Guin has won multiple prizes and accolades from the Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters to the Newbery Honor, the Nebula, Hugo, World Fantasy, and PEN/Malamud Awards. She has had her work collected over the years, but never as a complete retrospective of her longer works as represented in the wonderful The Found and the Lost. This collection is a literary treasure chest that belongs in every home library.
Found Footage
by Courtney MilnesteinThey say there's a tape out there, and if you listen to it, you go mad. They say someone recorded it from a radio station back in the Taisho period, that's what they say, but no one's ever been able to work out what kind of a station would broadcast something like that!It's 1982, and Japan is prosperous, full of excitement and wonder, neon, and colour. Ishikawa Miki is sixteen, a failing student and part-time waitress at her parents' restaurant. In Koenji, there is all the nostalgia of a pop culture that Japan looks on from afar but can never fully bring itself to participate in -- Union Jacks hanging behind the bar in narrow venues the size of living rooms, the staccato stutter of the Clash on the radio.Koenji is not Chelsea, not Camden, not even Carnaby, as much as it might wish it was. It’s just a backwater station on the Chūō-Sōbu Line, six stops from Shinjuku, a stone's throw from Nakano Broadway, smooth grey trains with their proud yellow stripes passing every time you turn your head away, every time you wish to be somewhere, anywhere but Koenji.And yet, for all the melancholy and tedium of everyday life in Suginami ward, there is another world, a more dangerous world, that waits in the fields of stars above. In 1919, the first reported sightings of a tenth planet in the outer solar system were confirmed, a planet with such a unique atmosphere that it was constantly interfering with radio signals, a planet christened Lucifer for its ominous appearance in the night sky beyond the Kuiper belt.In Shin-Koenji International Preparatory School, Miki discovers her curious English teacher, a foreigner with wild hair, their right eye hidden beneath gauze and surgical tape, may perhaps know more of those whispers from Planet Lucifer and the cursed cassette tape than they might wish to admit.