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The Talisman
by Robert HoldstockOut on the bleak coast, the land itself held memories of blood and betrayal. Memories that had summoned both the evil and the innocent in a dark and hellborn quest.For Dan Brady the talisman could be a precious clue in his desperate quest to discover where the occult power that had abducted his family was keeping them. But a force had been unleashed, a foulness from the dark past that threatened a whole community.And only Dan Brady could confront it.
The Talisman
by Stephen King Peter StraubThe iconic and terrifying collaboration from two of the greatest storytellers of our time...Twelve-year-old Jack spends his days alone in a deserted coastal town, his father gone, his mother dying. Then he meets a stranger - and embarks on a terrifying journey. For Jack must find the Talisman, the only thing that can save his mother. His quest takes him into the menacing Territories, a parallel world where violence, surprise and the titanic struggle between good and evil reach across a mythic landscape.'Extraordinary . . . makes your hair stand on end' Washington Post'The ultimate in storytelling by two masters of the craft' Independent
El Talismán
by Stephen King Peter StraubLa primera parte de la saga a cuatro manos que sigue con Casa Negra. Es un ventoso día otoñal en una playa del gris océano Atlántico, al lado del silenciado parque de atracciones y el apagado pueblo de Alhambra. Un chico de doce años, de nombre Jack, ha llegado aquí empujado por las circunstancias: su padre ha fallecido, su madre está agonizando y nada tiene ya sentido. Pero para Jack todo está a punto de cambiar, pues, aunque aún lo ignora, ha sido elegido para emprender un viaje a través de los misteriosos Territorios. Jack Sawyer, en su desesperado intento de salvarle la vida a su madre,ha de buscar el Talismán en aquel paisaje épico, hogar de monstruos e inocentes, donde habita la esperanza y también mucho más. En 1984, Stephen King y Peter Straub unieron sus talentos para escribir esta extraordinaria novela de iniciación sobre la lealtad, el miedo y lo desconocido. Se trata de la primera parte de una historia épica que sigue en Casa Negra, concebida dieciséis años después. La crítica ha dicho...«Una historia fascinante y única que compite con las mayores aventuras de todos los tiempos.»New York Daily News «Extraordinaria.»The Washington Post
The Talisman: A Novel
by Stephen King Peter StraubSoon to be a Netflix series! The iconic, &“extraordinary&” (The Washington Post) collaboration between bestselling authors Stephen King and Peter Straub—an epic #1 New York Times bestselling fantasy thriller about a young boy&’s quest to save his mother&’s life.Jack Sawyer, twelve years old, is about to begin a most fantastic journey, an exalting, terrifying quest for the mystical Talisman—the only thing that can save Jack&’s dying mother. But to reach his goal, Jack must make his way not only across the breadth of the United States but also through the wondrous and menacing parallel world of the Territories. In the Territories, Jack finds another realm, where the air is so sweet and clear a man can smell a radish being pulled from the ground a mile away—and a life can be snuffed out instantly in the continuing struggle between good and evil. Here Jack discovers &“Twinners,&” reflections of the people he knows on earth—most notably Queen Laura DeLoessian, the Twinner of Jack&’s own imperiled mother. As Jack &“flips&” between worlds, making his way westward toward the redemptive Talisman, a sequence of heart-stopping encounters challenges him at every step. An unforgettable epic of adventure and resounding triumph, The Talisman is one of the most influential and highly praised works of fantasy ever written.
The Talisman Wars Box Set
by Jaimie N. SchockJaimie N. Schock's best-selling LGBTQ fantasy series in one box set for the first time! The seven novels in the series follow multiple protagonists as they navigate a world torn apart by magic.Contains the stories:The Pyre Starter: Dakota tries to end his life -- only to be saved by his friend, Terrell, who then drags him into a world of intrigue. Powerful magic users are pulling the planet into a violent war, and evil forces seek to take the talismans possessed by Dakota and his newfound family. Dakota soon finds himself in over his head -- with love and with fighting for all their lives.The Fired Gun: Dakota has a job to do. He kills other magic users that pose a threat to society. Along the way, he must balance being a father, having a love life, and dealing with the dwindling network of in-the-know people that surround him. When a man with a vendetta and a secret mission puts Dakota in his sights, everyone around him could suffer for his mistakes.The Circus Crown: Dakota takes his teen daughter Kenna on dangerous missions in an attempt to prevent a war between talisman users. But an encounter with mutated monstrosities reveals a new and powerful enemy, whose plans are as secretive as they are terrifying. When Dakota goes missing, Kenna must locate him at any cost. Frantic, she travels across the country and kills anyone who gets in the way.The Queen's Pain: Kenna runs the town of New Somerset and is responsible for its protection. She will defend it with her life in order to keep its citizens -- including her father Dakota -- safe from harm. But the appearance of a deformed animal puts everything at risk. Soon, the mountains surrounding the town are overrun with bloodthirsty creatures. As Kenna fights them, she begins to suspect it’s a losing battle.The Crystal Call: Dakota must track down his daughter Kenna, who has gone missing during the attack on the U.S. Capitol. But when he finds her, he is left reeling. Kenna has been chosen to save the world from talismans, and she intends to depart on a dangerous journey to accomplish the task. Moreover, she has no plan to include Dakota.The Magic Pact: Kenna and Yuuki go on a long mission to track down Moíra. They intend to make her pay for creating the mutations and especially torturing Dakota. Meanwhile, Dakota and Terrell set up shop in their little fortress. But peace and quiet are interrupted by the reappearance of an enraged Odessa, who demands to know where Kenna can be found.The Burning Key: Cameron is a marijuana grower who becomes entangled in a series of explosions. He takes not one but two lovers: his boss, Ezra, and a dealer named Nicky. The trio and some friends are forced to travel into the unregulated lands of what was once the U.S. They come upon mutated forests and conclude that magic is the only thing that can eliminate them. The group must find a powerful person to help.
The Talismans Of Shannara: The Heritage of Shannara, book 4 (Heritage of Shannara)
by Terry Brooks***50 MILLION TERRY BROOKS COPIES SOLD AROUND THE WORLD***THE SHANNARA CHRONICLES IS NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES'Terry's place is at the head of the fantasy world' Philip PullmanThe descendants of the Elven house of Shannara have all completed their quests: Paranor, the Druid's Keep, has been restored; the Elves have been returned to the Four Lands; and Par Ohmsford has found what he believes to be the legendary Sword of Shannara. But their work is not yet done. The Shadowen still swarm over the Four Lands, poisoning all with their dark magic, and their leader is determined to prevent the scions of Shannara from sharing the knowledge that will end the sickness. To this end he sets his traps. For Walker, he will dispatch the Four Horsemen; for Wren, he sends an untrue friend; and for Par, he devises the most terrible fate of all...The charges given by the shade of the Druid Allanon seem doomed to failure - unless the Shannara children can escape the traps being laid for them, and Par can unlock the secret of the Sword of Shannara.Praise for Terry Brooks:'A master of the craft . . . required reading' Brent Weeks'I can't even begin to count how many of Terry Brooks's books I've read (and re-read) over the years' Patrick Rothfuss, author of The Name of the Wind'I would not be writing epic fantasy today if not for Shannara' Peter V. Brett, author of The Painted Man'If you haven't read Terry Brooks, you haven't read fantasy' Christopher Paolini, author of EragonThe Heritage of Shannara series:THE SCIONS OF SHANNARATHE DRUID OF SHANNARATHE ELF QUEEN OF SHANNARATHE TALISMANS OF SHANNARA
The Talismans of Shannara (Heritage of Shannara #4)
by Terry BrooksBONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Terry Brooks's The Measure of the Magic.Although some of the goals to keep Shannara safe had been met, the work of Walker Boh, Wren, and Par was not yet done. For The Shadowmen still swarmed over the Four Lands, poisoning all with their dark magic. Each Shannaran had a special death waiting for him- at the hands of The Shadowmen-unless Par could find a way to free them all with the Sword of Shannara.
Talk Art: Everything You Wanted to Know About Contemporary Art but Were Afraid to Ask
by Russell Tovey Robert DiamentEngaging, informative and open to everyone, Talk Art established itself as the must-listen cultural podcast in both the UK and the US, and it has now garnered 1.5 million downloads. With infectious enthusiasm, Russell and Robert have opened the doors to the art world and have welcomed people of all ages and backgrounds into the conversation. Talk Art, the book, is a beautiful and accessible celebration of contemporary art, and a guidebook to navigating and engaging with the art world. Informal and jargon-free, this book proves that art really is for everyone. With a wealth of imagery (some never-before-seen in print) and an informative and engaging narrative, Talk Art will become the must-have book that art lovers return to again and again. The book features highlights from interviews with: Tracey Emin, Jordan Casteel, Jerry Saltz, Elton John, Grayson Perry, Ian McKellen, David Shrigley, Toyin Ojih Odutola and many more.
Talk Like a Man (Outspoken Authors)
by Nisi ShawlIn these previously uncollected stories, Shawl explores the unexpected horizons (and corners) opened up by science fiction and fantasy's new diversity. In her worlds, sex can be both business and religion, complete with ancient rites, altars, and ointments ("Women of the Doll"); a virtual reality high school is a proving ground for girlpacks and their unfortunate adversaries ("Walk like a Man"); and a British rock singer finds an image in a mirror that reflects both future hits and ancient horrors ("Something More"). With her trademark wit passing for wisdom, Shawl lights up our Outspoken Interview and then, in a talk given at Duke University, explores the connections between ancient Ifa and modern science fiction.
The Talkative Tree
by H. B. FyfeDang vines! Beats all how some plants have no manners--but what do you expect, when they used to be men!
Talker 25
by Joshua MccuneJoshua McCune's gritty and heart-pounding novel is a masterful reimagining of popular dragon fantasy lore set in a militaristic future reminiscent of Paolo Bacigalupi's Ship Breaker and Ann Aguirre's Outpost. Chilling, epic, and wholly original, this debut novel imagines a North America where dragons are kept on reservations, where strict blackout rules are obeyed no matter the cost, where the highly weaponized military operates in chilling secret, and where a gruesome television show called Kissing Dragons unites the population. After a high-school prank goes horribly wrong, Melissa Callahan becomes an unsuspecting pawn in a war between man and monster, between family and friends and the dragons she has despised her whole life. Talker 25 delivers action, adventure, fantasy, and a reimagining of popular dragon lore.
Talker 25 #2: Invisible Monsters
by Joshua MccuneSet in a not-too-distant future where dragon wars have reshaped society, the battle between the dragon resistance and government forces escalates in Joshua McCune's thrilling and heart-pounding sequel to Talker 25, which The Horn Book praised as "absolutely gripping and absolutely horrifying."Finally free after spending three months locked in a secret government facility, where she was forced to torture and assassinate dragons for the popular television series Kissing Dragons, all Melissa Callahan wants is a quiet recovery. Hiding in an Alaskan cave with fellow escapee Allie (known as Talker 21), Melissa does her best to stay out of the dragon politics. However, when a group of rebels called the Diocletians discovers their hideout and captures Allie, Melissa realizes she must finally choose who she's fighting for--the humans or the dragons. Joshua McCune once again keeps readers on the edge of their seats in this gritty and masterful reimagining of popular dragon fantasy set in a militant future, reminiscent of Paolo Bacigalupi's Ship Breaker and Ann Aguirre's Outpost
Talking Dirty (Pax Arcana)
by Elliott JamesJohn Charming. Ex knight. Current monster hunter.While trying to deal with a monster he can't bring himself to kill, John Charming soon runs into another problem: Magic and technology don't mix...so how is a phone sex operation enchanting men through their cell phones?This is a short story from contemporary fantasy author, Elliott James, within his Pax Arcana world. The first of his novels, Charming and Daring, are available now. Word count: ~13,000Other Pax Arcana Short Fiction: Charmed I'm SureDon't Go Chasing WaterfallsPushing LuckSurreal EstateDog-GoneBulls Rush InTalking Dirty
Talking Dirty (Pax Arcana Ser.)
by Elliott JamesWhile trying to deal with a monster he can't bring himself to kill, John Charming soon runs into another problem: Magic and technology don't mix...so how is a phone sex operation enchanting men through their cell phones?This is a short story from contemporary fantasy author, Elliott James, within his Pax Arcana world. The first of his novels, Charming and Daring, are available now. Word count: 13,000Other Pax Arcana Short Fiction: Charmed I'm SureDon't Go Chasing WaterfallsPushing LuckSurreal EstateDog-GoneBulls Rush InTalking Dirty
Talking It Over (Vintage International)
by Julian BarnesThe bestselling, Booker Prize-winning author of The Sense of an Ending delivers &“fiction at its best&” (The New York Times Book Review) in an unforgettable novel about two best friends and the beautiful woman who comes between them.First there&’s Stuart, stolid, conventional, but not quite so dull as he pretends to be. Then there is Oliver, his glamorous, epigrammatic best friend. And veering wildly between them is Gillian, the cryptic beauty who marries Stuart and then astonishes everyone by falling in love with Oliver. These three are at once the protagonists and the hilariously unreliable &“eye-witnesses&” of this funny, elegant, and affecting novel by bestselling author Julian Barnes, which reimagines the romantic triangle as a weapon whose edges cut like razor blades.
Talking to Dragons: The Enchanted Forest Chronicles, Book Four (The Enchanted Forest Chronicles #4)
by Patricia C. WredeAlways be polite to dragons! That's what Daystar's mother taught him...and it's a very wise lesson--one that might just help him after his mom hands him a magic sword and kicks him out of the house! This updated edition features a new introduction by the author and fantastic new packaging.
Talking With the Dead: Prequel (The FBI Psychics)
by Shiloh WalkerSurrounded by death, a man with a terrible gift reaches for life.A horrific tragedy blasted open a door in young Michael O’Rourke’s mind—cursing him with the ability to talk with the Dead. Nearly two decades later, Michael has moved from victim to survivor, using his abilities to seek out those who would go unjudged.With his gift, he talks to those who’ve died violently and seeks out their killers. Only once he’s found the murderer, can the victims be at rest. After his last case, the only thing he wants is peace and he hopes to find it in the small town of Mitchell, Indiana.But something is horribly wrong—the dead are waiting for him there, as well.Small town sheriff Daisy Crandall is frustrated. The murder investigation she’s leading is going nowhere, the few leads she’s had haven’t panned out. She needs a break—this case is personal and when a stranger arrives, turning up where he shouldn’t be, she’s suspicious. Finding out that he is more than what he appears to be should shock her but doesn’t. The fact she’s highly attracted to him at the worst possible time is a hindrance.Unfortunately, teaming up with Michael is the only way.Now it’s a race against time before the killer destroys the life of his next victim…This book has been previously published. A prequel to the FBI Psychics series.Warning: this title contains the following: explicit sex, graphic language, violence
The Tall, Dark Alibi (The Rose Tattoo)
by Kelsey RobertsTHE ROSE TATTOOEverything was strangely familiar......though somehow Kendall Butler recognized that The Rose Tattoo and some of her old friends weren't exactly the same. But the raven-haired hunk standing before her was definitely the man pictured in the locket she'd been admiring...just before everything went blank.Jonas Revell didn't know how she was, or how she'd suddenly appeared, and until he did, he planned to keep her close-even if she had to pose as his mail-order bride to stay that way. He was already accused of the murder of one woman-his bride of four hours-and it looked mighty suspicious that he'd found another so quickly...especially one who tempted him so much.
Tall, Dark and Dangerous
by Kate ProctorOh, what a tangled web we weave....Ginny's number-one priority was helping her friend, Libby, keep her pregnancy secret from her interfering family. Unfortunately for Ginny, Libby's family came in the form of an impossibly good-looking thirty-year-old uncle. Michael Grant had used his charm to seduce secrets out of Libby's friends before. There was no way that would work with Ginny-her lips were sealed! She knew how to keep a secret, even if she didn't know much about men-until Michael decided to teach her....
Tall, Dark and Difficult
by Patricia CoughlinHE WAS AN OFFICER...BUT NO GENTLEMANOnce a dashing, decorated test pilot, embittered Major Hollis “Griff” Griffin no longer gave a damn about anything-except fulfilling his late aunt’s eccentric last request, then leaving all lingering, loving memories behind. But he’d need help, dammit, from one Rose Davenport-surely a fluttery old antiques addict.Yet Rose proved leggy, delectable and mulishly optimistic about restoring castoffs-even unshaven, arrogant, former flyboys like him. Despite her fear of macho males, she bravely evoked Griff’s random acts of tenderness, sentimentally spotting a hero beneath his bitterness. But Griff was no hero. So dare he wheedle this wary, wonderful woman into believing they’d share a bed of roses...forever?
Tall, Dark and Fangsome (Immortality Bites #5)
by Michelle RowenSarah Dearly's vampire life is not all B-positive cocktails. A curse made her a nightwalker, the most vicious vamp there is; the charm she wears to curb her deadly tendencies is losing its juice; and a hunter from hell is turning up the heat. Gideon Chase will kill the ones she loves most if she doesn't obey his orders. That includes breaking up with master vampire Thierry and turning Gideon into an immortal vamp so he can escape a doom of eternal hellfire. Making things worse are Sarah's growing feelings for Gideon, a bad boy who keeps showing a vulnerable side . . . but is it for real? Will Sarah's dark side take over? Or can she cure herself of the nightwalker curse in time to stop Gideon and finally live happily ever after with Thierry . . . forever?
Tall, Dark and Wanted
by Morgan HayesPolicewoman Molly Sparling remembered everything about Mitch Drake-his wild eyes and low, sexy voice, his touch...and that they had parted badly. Now Mitch, a protected witness, was missing and presumed dead.Molly refused to believe it. And though duty demanded she track him down, she feared that coming face-to-face with Mitch again might be more than her heart could bear. With a killer shadowing their every move, she had to convince Mitch to return to protective custody and testify. But Mitch didn't want protection-he wanted Molly....
Tall, Dark and Wolfish (Westfield Wolves #2)
by Lydia DareIn Lydia Dare's debut trilogy, Regency England has gone to the wolves! He's lost the most important part of himself... Lord Benjamin Westfield is a powerful werewolf-until one full moon when he doesn't change. His life now shattered, he rushes off to Scotland in search of the healer who can restore his inner beast, only to find she's not at all what he expected... She would make him whole, if she could... Young, beautiful witch Elspeth Campbell will do anything to help anyone who calls upon her healing arts. Then Lord Benjamin shows up, and she suddenly discovers she may need him even more than he needs her...
Tall, Dark & Dead (Garnet Lacey #1)
by Tate HallawayA delightful new comedy about witches, vampires, and the search for the perfect man. Recovering witch Garnet Lacey manages Wisconsin's premier occult bookstore. And a fringe benefit of the job is getting customers like Sebastian Von Traum--piercing brown eyes, a sexy accent, and a killer body. The only thing missing is an aura. Which means he's dead. And that means trouble. So what's a girl to do if she's hot for a dead man walking? Run like hell--and take full advantage of the nights...