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J. Gregory Keyes

    11 april 1963

    Gregory Keyes creëert meeslepende sciencefiction- en fantasyverhalen. Zijn werk staat bekend om zijn duik in ingewikkelde werelden en complexe personages, waarbij de diepten van de menselijke natuur worden verkend.

    J. Gregory Keyes
    Godzilla: King of the Monsters
    Interstellar: The Official Movie Novelization
    Het Wapen van Newton
    Dochter van de rivier
    De Berg der Goden
    De Eeuw der Wonderen - 2: Hemelse wiskunde
    • In de magnifieke trilogie De Eeuw der wonderen volgt Greg Keyes een zijspoor door de tijd. Stap met hem in een bekende en toch merkwaardig vreemde wereld. Verlies jezelf in een verbijsterende zoektocht in de historie. Zal de mensheid tot glorieuze hoogten stijgen of valt het doek voor een eindeloze nacht? 1722: Een duister tijdperk breekt aan na de verwoestende uitwerking van een asteroïde, die tegennatuurlijk naar de Aarde is toegetrokken door kwade creaturen. Deze inslag is slechts het eerste salvo in een totale vernietigingsoorlog. Isaac Newton en zijn jonge leerling Benjamin Franklin hebben hun toevlucht gezocht in het oude Praag. Ze onderzoeken de geheimen van etherische wezens Die hun enorme kracht en nieuwe Wetenschap de wereld bijna hebben vernield - en die toch wellicht de laatste grote hoop voor de mensheid vormen. Maar hoe veilig zijn ze daar eigenlijk? Peter de Grote marcheert met zijn, onstuitbare troepen Europa door. En een halve wereld verderop gaan Cotton Mather en Zwartbaard de Zeerover met een zeer bijzondere koloniale bemanning scheep om de Atlantische Oceaan over te steken en uit te vinden wat er van de Oude Wereld geworden is. Met hen mee zeilt Rode Schoen, een indiaanse genezer. Zijn geheimzinnige band met de onzichtbare wereld waarschuwt hem dat ze allemaal afstevenen op een gewelddadige, beslissende confrontatie.

      De Eeuw der Wonderen - 2: Hemelse wiskunde
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    • De Berg der Goden

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      • 19 uur lezen

      In een wereld vol natuurgoden, geesten en demonen tracht prinses Hezhi de godheid van de Rivier te verslaan. Vervolg op 'Dochter van de rivier'.

      De Berg der Goden
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    • Dochter van de rivier

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      • 15 uur lezen

      In een wereld die wemelt van natuurgoden, geesten en demonen, gaat een jonge prinses op zoek naar verdwenen leden van de koninklijke familie, terwijl een jongeman een avontuurlijke reis onderneemt.

      Dochter van de rivier
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    • Het Wapen van Newton

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      • 16 uur lezen

      In de trilogie DE EEUW DER WONDEREN neemt Greg Keyes je mee op een intrigerende reis door de tijd. Ontdek een wereld die zowel vertrouwd als vreemd aanvoelt, terwijl je je verliest in een fascinerende historische zoektocht. In 1681 doet Isaac Newton een grote ontdekking in de alchemie: het Filosofisch Kwik, een stof die de vier elementen Aarde, Water, Vuur en Lucht kan beïnvloeden. Lodewijk XIV van Frankrijk heeft dringend een nieuw wapen nodig voor zijn strijd tegen Engeland en vraagt om het mysterieuze 'Wapen van Newton'. Aan het hof van Versailles zijn intriges en machtsstrijden aan de orde van de dag. De talentvolle maar onbemiddelde Adrienne de Montchevreuil doet er alles aan om het geheim van het 'Wapen' te ontrafelen voordat het te laat is voor haar Zonnekoning en haar land. Ondertussen ontdekt de drukkersgezel Benjamin Franklin in Boston een gevaarlijk geheim en moet hij vluchten voor een machtige tovenaar. Zijn enige hoop ligt bij Newton, maar ook hij heeft hulp nodig. Newton is niet de eerste die het Filosofisch Kwik ontketent; er zijn wezens die evenveel haat voor de wetenschap als voor de mensheid koesteren.

      Het Wapen van Newton
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    • THE END OF EARTH WILL NOT BE THE END OF US From acclaimed filmmaker Christopher Nolan (The Dark Knight Triology, Inception), this is the chronicle of a group of explorers who make use of a newly discovered wormhole to surpass the limitations on human space travel and conquer the vast distances involved in an interstellar voyage. At stake are the fate of a planet… Earth… and the future of the human race. INTERSTELLAR and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s14)

      Interstellar: The Official Movie Novelization
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    • Godzilla: King of the Monsters

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      • 11 uur lezen

      The official novelization of the summer blockbuster Godzilla: King of the Monsters, the latest film in the MonsterVerseTM franchise, starring Kyle Chandler, Vera Farmiga, Millie Bobby Brown, with Ken Watanabe and Ziyi Zhang. Godzilla: King of the Monsters follows the heroic efforts of the cryptozoological agency Monarch as its members face off against a battery of god-sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and its ultimate nemesis, the three-headed King Ghidorah. When these ancient super-species--thought to be mere myths--rise again, they all vie for supremacy, leaving humanity's very existence hanging in the balance.

      Godzilla: King of the Monsters
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    • Planet of the apes : Caesar's story

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      • 9 uur lezen

      To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the franchise, this illustrated life story recounts the journey of Caesar, the remarkable leader of the apes, as narrated by Maurice, his closest friend. Following the events of War for the Planet of the Apes, Caesar's tribe finds refuge from the remaining humans who threaten their existence, but Caesar dies before witnessing their prosperity. In honor of Caesar, Maurice decides to document his friend's life for Caesar's son, Cornelius, to ensure he understands the bravery and uniqueness of his father. This chronicle details Caesar's early days under scientist Will Rodman, his life in the Muir Woods colony post-Simian Flu outbreak, and his interactions with Malcolm, Ellie, and the dangerous Koba. It also covers the significant events between Rise and Dawn, as well as Dawn and War for the Planet of the Apes. Alongside the narrative, Maurice shares personal reflections on his time with Caesar, complemented by insights from other key apes who knew him. The result is a heartfelt tribute to the new trilogy and the franchise's legacy. TM & © 2018 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved.

      Planet of the apes : Caesar's story
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    • Godzilla. Dominion

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      • 4 uur lezen

      A unique story that picks up after the events of the film Godzilla: King of the Monsters, where the Titans have risen and the reign of Godzilla has begun. As told entirely from Godzilla’s point of view, the graphic novel brings new insights into the King of Monsters: his habitats, ancient rivalries, challenges, and encounters with new Titans. As his new era of dominance is tested, a coming confrontation with another King looms.

      Godzilla. Dominion
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    • Deadly Relations

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      • 10 uur lezen

      The child of their greatest heroes-- he was destined to become their darkest enemy . . . In the twenty-second century, the discovery of human telepaths led to terror and bloodshed, and to the creation of the Psi Corps--a government agency of elite telepaths who were used to control their own kind. Under the command of a power-mad politician, the Corps became a ruthless tool of oppression, and the telepath underground was formed. Matthew and Fiona Dexter led the resistance to its greatest victories. But when they were martyred for the cause, their only child was claimed by the very forces they had died opposing. Raised from infancy within the Psi Corps, Alfred Bester was a telepath of exceptional ability, determined to make his mark by transforming himself into a master of deceit. Schooled in hate but tormented by shards of conscience, he wrestled with the seductiveness of the sinister cause he served. But slowly stripped of humanity by the war between decency and betrayal, he surrendered his soul--and rose to become the most dreaded figure of his time . . . Book Two in the gripping new epic trilogy that uncovers the secret history of the Psi Corps.

      Deadly Relations
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    • Explore the expansive Monsterverse universe through this comprehensive collection, which brings together all elements of the franchise. Delve into the intricate lore, characters, and thrilling stories that define this cinematic world, offering fans a complete experience of the monsters and their epic battles. This collection is perfect for enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves fully in the rich narratives and iconic creatures that have captivated audiences.

      Legends of the Monsterverse: The Omnibus
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    • Dark Genesis

      • 288bladzijden
      • 11 uur lezen

      Long before the Babylon 5 space station brought Humans face-to-facewith alien races, they discovered an extraordinary breed among their very own . . . The year is 2115. Shock waves follow in the wake of astonishing news: science has proven the existence of telepaths. Amid media frenzy, panic, and bloodshed, Earth's government steps in to restore order--and establish tight control over the newfound special population . . . by any means necessary. Ambitious senator Lee Crawford spearheads the effort, overseeing the creation of the Psi Corps--an elite unit charged with tagging and monitoring all telepaths "for their own protection." But the real agenda behind the crackdown is one of government control. Many question the telepaths' origins, while others view them as a coveted weapon. As the Corps tightens its iron grip, the stage is set for a cataclysmic confrontation--one in which the future of Earth will be decided.

      Dark Genesis
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    • The Charnel Prince

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      • 23 uur lezen

      The second book in a dazzling four-volume fantasy epic of war and virtue, sorcery and betrayal

      The Charnel Prince
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    • The Star Wars epic continues its dazzling space odyssey in The New Jedi Order- as Luke and Mara, Leia and Han, and others battle the mighty enemy from beyond the galactic rim. The brutal Yuuzhan Vong are scouring the universe for Jedi to slaughter. With no help from the divided New Republic, the Jedi stand alone against their seemingly invincible foe. Han and Leia Organa Solo risk deadly consequences with their controversial tactics to bolster the Jedi resistance. After uncovering a new Yuuzhan Vong menace, Anakin and Tahiri find themselves wanted for murder by the Peace Brigade. To avoid capture, they jump into hyperspace . . . and into trouble far graver. Hunted by the Yuuzhan Vong, wanted as criminals by the New Republic, and with unrest stirring within their own ranks, the Jedi find peril everywhere they turn. But even in the midst of despair, while the most fiercest battle of all looms on the horizon, hope arises with the birth of one very special child. . . . schovat popis

      Star Wars: Rebirth
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    • The official novelisation of the biggest battle in movie history: Godzilla vs Kong, the latest film in the Monsterverse franchise, starring Alexander Skarsgard, Millie Bobby Brown, Rebecca Hall, Kyle Chandler and Zhang Ziyi.Humanity fights for its future as Godzilla and Kong embark on a path of destruction that will see the two most powerful forces of nature on the planet collide in an all-out war!Writer Greg Keyes returns once again to the Monsterverse and takes readers deeper into the worlds of Monarch, the Titans, and so much more.

      Godzilla vs. Kong: The Official Movie Novelization
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    • Marvel's Avengers: The Extinction Key

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      • 12 uur lezen

      The official prequel to Marvel's Avengers from Marvel, Crystal Dynamics, Eidos Montreal, and Square Enix, with an exclusive adventure that leads into the game itself. číst celé

      Marvel's Avengers: The Extinction Key
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    • The Wind that Sweeps the Stars

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      • 14 uur lezen

      A taut high fantasy as an assassin must destroy an empire from within, eliminating wizards, their demons, and even the emperor. For the lives—for the very souls—of her people, she must succeed within a single day, or her homeland will be destroyed.

      The Wind that Sweeps the Stars
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    • The dazzling Star Wars space adventure continues in The New Jedi Order as Luke Skywalker, Anakin Solo, Mara Jade Skywalker, and others battle their deadliest enemy in a tale of nonstop action, shadowy evil, and spectacular triumph . . . No longer content with the destruction the Yuuzhan Vong have already sown, Warmaster Tsavong Lah has demanded the heads of all the Jedi. Now the Jedi Knights are in terrible danger-and none more so than the young students at the Jedi academy on Yavin 4. Already the sympathizers known as the Peace Brigade are in the Yavin system-and a Yuuzhan Vong fleet is not far behind. At Luke Skywalker's request, Talon Karrde mounts an expedition to rescue the young students. Anakin Solo has his own ideas. Impatient, and figuring that forgiveness is easier to come by than permission, he takes off for Yavin 4 in his X-wing. When it comes to confidence, courage, and raw Force talent, Anakin has few peers. But when his friend Tahiri is separated from the other academy kids and captured by the Yuuzhan Vong, even Anakin may be in over his head. For the aliens have a different future in mind for Tahiri, and they will stop at nothing to achieve their horrific ends . . schovat popis

      Star Wars Legends: Conquest
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    • The Shadows of God

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      • 14 uur lezen

      As ruthless Russian forces lay waste to the New World, English troops in the east are determined to reconquer the colonies. Benjamin Franklin and his allies are trapped in between the Russian and English forces. But balance of power rests with a French woman whose secret may reveal where her true allegiance lies. This edition features a new prologue.

      The Shadows of God
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    • Lord of Souls

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      • 12 uur lezen

      Reeling from a devastating discovery, Prince Attrebus continues on his seemingly doomed quest to obtain a magic sword that holds the key to destroying the deadly invaders. Meanwhile, in the Imperial City, the spy Colin finds evidence of betrayal at the heart of the empire - if his own heart doesn't betray him first

      Lord of Souls
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    • The Briar King

      • 608bladzijden
      • 22 uur lezen

      “A wonderful tale . . . It crackles with suspense and excitement from start to finish.”—Terry Brooks Two thousand years ago, the Born Queen defeated the Skasloi lords, freeing humans from the bitter yoke of slavery. But now monstrous creatures roam the land—and destinies become inextricably entangled in a drama of power and seduction. The king’s woodsman, a rebellious girl, a young priest, a roguish adventurer, and a young man made suddenly into a knight—all face malevolent forces that shake the foundations of the kingdom, even as the Briar King, legendary harbinger of death, awakens from his slumber. At the heart of this many-layered tale is Anne Dare, youngest daughter of the royal family . . . upon whom the fate of her world may depend. Praise for The Briar King “Starts off with a bang, spinning a snare of terse imagery and compelling characters that grips tightly and never lets up. . . . A graceful, artful tale from a master storyteller.”—Elizabeth Haydon, bestselling author of Prophecy: Child of Earth “The characters in The Briar King absolutely brim with life. . . . Keyes hooked me from the first page,and I’ll now be eagerly anticipating sitting down with each future volume of the Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone series.”—Charles de Lint, award-winning author of Forests of the Heartand The Onion Girl “A thrill ride to the end, with plenty of treachery, revelation, and even a few bombshell surprises.”—Monroe News-Star (LA)

      The Briar King
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    • The Born Queen

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      • 23 uur lezen

      The final volume of the epic masterwork concludes 'The Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone' tetralogy.

      The Born Queen
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    • Empire of Unreason

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      • 14 uur lezen

      Eldritch forces wreak havoc in this stunning third volume in the 'Age of Unreason' quartet

      Empire of Unreason
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    • The Blood Knight

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      • 23 uur lezen

      'Something was coming for her. It began as an insect, but it grew, its many eyes fastened greedily on her. Something had followed her back. But back from where? Where was that place of dark waters?' A season of darkness and horror has fallen upon the Kingdom of Crotheny. Now countless breeds of unspeakable monsters roam the countryside. After her husband's murder, Queen Muriele finds herself at the mercy of Robert Dare who plans a strategic marriage for his hostage to secure his own power in Crotheny. Muriele’s fiancée is Berimund Reiksbaurg, heir to the throne of Hansa and descendant of the legendary Blood Knight, who once drank the blood of a waurm to gain the beast’s power. But will Dare's plans really work out even? Meanwhile, Princess Anne awakes from a deep, trancelike sleep after a bloodthirsty battle with the monsters the Briar King has unleashed. Her guardian Sir Neil MeqVren and their escort are nowhere to be seen and Anne embarks on a perilous journey desperate to track down her travel companions. . . 'The best reinvention of the big fantasy epic since George R. R. Martin' Time Out

      The Blood Knight
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    • Four decades after the Oblivion Crisis, Tamriel is threatened anew by an ancient and all-consuming evil: Umbriel, a floating city, casts a terrifying shadow, for wherever it falls people die and rise again. 'The Infernal City' is the first of two novels that ties into the 'Elder Scrolls' roleplaying game.

      The Infernal City: An Elder Scrolls Novel
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    • Pacific Rim Uprising: Ascension

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      • 12 uur lezen

      The official prequel novelization bridging the gap between Pacific Rim and the upcoming Pacific Rim Uprising It's been ten years since humanity's war with the monstrous Kaiju ended and the Breach at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean was sealed. The Pan Pacific Defense Corps remains vigilant in anticipation of the Kaiju's return, expanding and advancing their fleet of massive mechs known as Jaegers and accepting the best and the brightest candidates into the Jaeger Academy Training Program to forge the next generation of heroes. Training is competitive and positions are few. Ou-Yang Jinhai and Viktoriya Malikova grew up in the ashes of the Kaiju War and followed different paths to join the latest batch of cadets at the Moyulan Shatterdome, the most prestigious PPDC training location in the world. Yet not long after their arrival, tragedy strikes as a deadly act of sabotage casts suspicion on the new cadets. Together they must work to clear their name and discover the truth as dark forces conspire against them and new threats surface from both sides of the Breach...

      Pacific Rim Uprising: Ascension
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    • The Basilisk Throne

      • 496bladzijden
      • 18 uur lezen

      Master and Commander meets A Game of Thrones and Pirates of the Caribbean. Rapid-paced high fantasy with all-out combat on the high seas, and a canny young woman who faces the hidden threats of an imperial court. Yet the key to defeating a sorcerous enemy may lie with a wild rogue and the slave of a maniac.

      The Basilisk Throne
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    • Xcom 2: Resurrection

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      • 9 uur lezen

      Set against the backdrop of an impending alien invasion, an elite paramilitary organization called XCOM is formed by Earth's united governments to defend humanity. Facing overwhelming odds, XCOM must rely on intelligence and strategy to outsmart their extraterrestrial foes, turning the aliens' own strengths against them. Incorporating game elements, the narrative explores the complexities and sacrifices of warfare, appealing to both sci-fi enthusiasts and fans of the XCOM game series.

      Xcom 2: Resurrection
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    • Elder Scrolls: Miasto w przestworzach

      Rozwinięcie historii z gry komputerowej z cyklu Elder Scrolls.

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      • 11 uur lezen

      Latające miasto Umbriel zbliża się do Imperium Tamriel. Tam, gdzie rzuci swój przerażający cień, ludzie tracą życie i duszę, i dołączają do rosnącej wciąż armii zombie... Annaig, młoda czarodziejka, jest zaintrygowana tajemniczym miastem i nie rozumie ojca, przeświadczonego, że muszą uciekać. Wkrótce na ucieczkę jest już za późno: rodzinne miasto Annaig zostaje zniszczone, a ona uwięziona za murami potwornego Umbriel. A właśnie w jej rękach leży klucz do ocalenia Imperium.

      Elder Scrolls: Miasto w przestworzach
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    • Zbrusu nový spojovací příběh mezi dobrodružstvími Zrození Planety opic a Úsvit Planety opic. Caesar spolu s ostatními unikli ze spárů člověka, přes most Golden Gate se probili do přírody a našli útočiště v Muir Woods, obrovském sekvojovém lese. Doufali, že si tam vytvoří nový domov, daleko od lidí, kteří je tak dlouho a tolik týrali. Ale lidstvo si musí dělat starosti s mnohem větší pohromou. Po celém San Francisku začala nic netušící a naprosto bezbranné lidi kosit takzvaná opičí chřipka. Zprvu izolované případy se záhy slévají do epidemie závratných rozměrů. Někteří lidé ji kladou za vinu uprchlým opicím a snaží se jim pomstít, další jdou Caesarovi a jeho tlupě po krku z jiných, zištných důvodů. Výsledek bude v každém případě katastrofální...

      Úsvit Planety opic. Ohnivá bouře
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    • Von den Yuuzhan Vong gehetzt und den Häschern der Neuen Republik als Verräter gesucht, versuchen Luke, Mara und die anderen versprengten Jedi-Ritter verzweifelt, dem übermächtigen Feind Widerstand zu leisten ..

      Star Wars. Die Verheissung. Das Erbe der Jedi-Ritter 8
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    • Der fulminante Abschluss der vierteiligen Saga um das magische Reich Crotheny In Crotheny tobt ein Kampf, der mit stählernen Klingen und magischen Kräften gleichermaßen ausgefochten wird. Aber dabei wurde das „Gesetz des Todes“ gebrochen. Und so muss Anne Dare, die Königin von Crotheny, zum äußersten Mittel greifen, um ihr Land und ihr Volk – ja, die ganze Welt! – vor der Vernichtung zu retten. Doch das würde ihren eigenen Untergang bedeuten ...

      Die verlorenen Reiche - 4: Die geborene Herrscherin