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City of Betrayals and Shadows (Eisenheim Dilogy, Vol. 1)Flora is devastated when she learns that her soul has been living a double life at night time for quite a while, in a secret town called Eisenheim. From now on, she will never be able to sleep again without her mind wandering in this drab shadow world. As if that were not enough, her soul has apparently stolen the white lion, a powerful alchemical stone, which the rulers of the shadow world are not alone in coveting. In the real world, Flora is now no longer secure from the peril in Eisenheim, and one thing is clear: she can’t trust anyone, not even Marian, who suddenly starts appearing in both worlds, and whose kisses seem to have rather more familiar taste than she likes. As a princess in this shadowy world, Flora is deeply concerned. Is she responsible for the destruction of the city? Eisenheim’s stone of destiny lies hidden deep within the ground and it is calling to her; Flora soon realises that her fate and that of the stone are linked; it is only when she has solved the mystery of their common origin that she will be able to save Eisenheim and rejoin Marian, the boy she loves.Sparkling with originality, excitement and tempo - with a series of astonishing twists and a brilliant eye for detail, Mechthild Gläser tells her tale about Flora and Marian wonderfully entertaining, a complex dilogy that is filled with unforgettable figures. An entrancing love story that takes readers into an original fantasy world, inviting them to dream.• SERAPH Fantasy Award: Best Debut• Refreshing genre mix of urban fantasy, Steampunk elements and romantic comedy• Published in 14 languages: Internationally successful author
In "Night Shadow 1: They Who Guard The Night" von Laura Cardea entführt die Autorin ihre Leser*innen ins Paris an der Schwelle zum 20. Jahrhundert, wo die mittellose Odette in der rauschhaften Welt des Pariser Nachtlebens ihre magischen Fähigkeiten entdeckt. Als sie sich als Mann verkleidet ins Vergnügen stürzt, ahnt sie nicht, dass sie zu einer seltenen Gruppe von Menschen gehört, die nachtbezogene Kräfte besitzen. Diese Entdeckung führt sie zur Bruderschaft der Nachtschwärmer, einem Männerbund, der die Dunkelheit beherrscht. Doch Odette ist einzigartig, denn sie kontrolliert das Licht. Gemeinsam mit Eugène, einem wohlhabenden Mitglied der Bruderschaft, nimmt sie den Kampf gegen einen finsteren Orden auf, der es auf ihre Kräfte abgesehen hat. Dabei müssen sie nicht nur gegen äußere Feinde kämpfen, sondern auch für ihre Liebe, die sich über Standesschranken hinwegsetzt. Die Geschichte bietet eine fesselnde Mischung aus historischem Setting und Fantasy-Elementen, angereichert mit einer Liebesgeschichte, die vor dem Hintergrund von Klassenunterschieden und magischen Fähigkeiten erblüht. Odette, als starke weibliche Protagonistin, bricht mit traditionellen Rollenbildern und fügt der Erzählung eine Schicht der Emanzipation hinzu. Ihre Entwicklung von einer mittellosen jungen Frau zu einer mächtigen Kämpferin, die ihre Fähigkeiten entdeckt und einsetzt, bildet das Herzstück der Geschichte. Eugène, als ihr Verbündeter und Liebhaber, unterstützt sie auf diesem Weg, während beide gegen dunkle Mächte und gesellschaftliche Konventionen ankämpfen. "Night Shadow 1" ist nicht nur ein Abenteuer durch die magische Unterwelt von Paris, sondern auch eine Geschichte über Selbstfindung, Mut und den Kampf für Gerechtigkeit und Liebe. Die vielschichtigen Charaktere und das lebendige historische Setting machen das Buch zu einem unvergesslichen Leseerlebnis für Fans von historischer Fantasy und Romantasy. Laura Cardea erschafft eine Welt, in der die Nacht nicht nur ein Schleier der Dunkelheit, sondern auch ein Ort der Magie, der Geheimnisse und der unerwarteten Verbündeten ist. Einzigartige Mischung aus historischer Fantasy und Romantasy: Tauche ein in eine Welt voller Magie und romantischer Verwicklungen vor der Kulisse des historischen Paris. Detailreiches historisches Setting: Lasse dich von der lebendigen Atmosphäre der Belle Époque und Steampunk-Elementen verzaubern. Empowerment und Selbstbehauptung: Inspirierende, starke weibliche Protagonistin, die entschlossen und mutig ihre eigene Stärke entdeckt. Für Fans von tiefgründigen Liebesgeschichten, magischen Heldinnen und den Autorinnen Julia Dippel, Emily Bold und Jennifer Armentrout. Spannende Handlung mit überraschenden Wendungen: Freue dich auf ein Leseabenteuer voller unerwarteter Entwicklungen. Teil einer fesselnden Dilogie: Beginne eine epische Reise, die mit Spannung auf die Fortsetzung warten lässt.
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A graphic steampunk novel in the genre of alternative history whose story unfolds in the heyday of the Ukrainian State in 1918.
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A graphic steampunk novel in the genre of alternative history whose story unfolds in the heyday of the Ukrainian State in 1918.
A chronicle of the Steampunk subculture worldwide, including fashion, furnishings, gadgets, events, arts and literature, with more than 500 of the 600-plus photographs exclusive to the work. Influenced by 19th-century steam-age industrial imagery, the Wild West and science fiction, Steampunk followers modify modern objects like computers and filter fashion through a Victorian lens to create a romantic neo-Victorian sepia-tone universe.
Das Ministerium der Welten (The Ministry of Worlds) First Voluem of four (First Season) Fantasy-Steampunk-Setting
IIluvendan. A city where magic and technology work side by side. Iölthan, a strange black crystal, is used for both and the prosperity of Iluvendan depends on it. Three teenagers go there for their studies. They will soon be called to adventure and will investigate the rumors of a penury of ölthan and war. With two friends met along they overcome the situation, and set the world on a new path. Co-written by the authors at age 17, Iluvendan is a real initiation quest, using pieces of classic fantasy with a bit of steampunk.
"Sie war das eine Mädchen, das ich nicht haben konnte, und das seit vielen Jahren schon." Berlin, die rastlose Stadt am Meer. Hier ragen die Türme der Zauberer bis in den Himmel. Im Schein der Glühlichter werden rauschende Partys gefeiert. Zucker wird in Gold aufgewogen und die Geheimpolizei wacht über den zerbrechlichen Frieden zwischen Zauberern und Erfindern. Die Erfinderin Mathilda liebt ausgerechnet Rosa, die Tochter des magischen Großmeisters von Berlin. Genau wie der Zauberlehrling Fidelio. Beide wollen Rosa auf deren Geburtstagsparty ihre Gefühle gestehen, doch sie sind nicht die einzigen mit Plänen für den Abend. Ein Mörder hat sich unter die Gäste gemischt. Die Erfinder planen eine Rebellion gegen die Zauberer. Und tief unter der Stadt liegt ein uraltes Geheimnis verborgen. Eine Reise in ein dystopisches Berlin für alle Freunde von magischem Steampunk und LGBT-Geschichten
Former thief Lydia Frost runs an agency for lost and missing property. Her latest job sees her reunited with the notorious Madame Yueh and her so-called ‘Dragons’ – the very organization from which she only recently managed to extricate herself! Adding to her woes, Frost is tasked with tracking down missing Pinkerton agent Jackson Payne. But the American detective is on a mission of his own. Frost soon finds herself caught in a crossfire and must choose between Payne’s life and her own freedom.
This is the story of advancing deserts that covered cities. The story of a world on the verge of destruction. It is about the people who inhabited that world, their alienation and the violent war in which they lost themselves. This is the story of a young woman, who healed wounds, and her best friend, who ran a brothel, and how they faced all that was thrown at them. It is also the story of a tiger and a little girl. But, when you get to know all of them, you will have to answer the call to look into the future and plunge into the abyss.
At the end of the 18th century, the English poet and engraver William Blake contacted a powerful demon. The infernal creature, then, revealed to him the Wisdom of Hell and the way it could be passed down from generation to generation by using copper plates, corrosive acids and singular inks. Centuries later, the fates of a tormented hitman, a luxury call girl, a corrupt spiritual leader, and a visionary artist merge into a retelling of the Blakean illuminated book. Here, you will find blood, desire and revenge. Written by Eneias Tavares (Brasiliana Steampunk and Full Steam Punks!) and illustrated by Fred Rubim (Cão Negro and Le Chevalier), this graphic novel draws from the William Blake original and Quentin Tarantino aesthetics to present the urban savagery of São Paulo in a plot full of pop references, intense colors and fiery conflicts!
London, 1897.England prevails over all the countries of Europe thanks to the discovery of Kh-Ram, a mysterious source of energy that freed it from coal and steam. Of course, substance comes at a cost, but Victoria's kingdom acts pragmatically: it hides its dissimilarities and exploits them as needed. Of wretches the streets are full. Some become fodder for processing energy. Another, selected, enters an elite body that masters Kh-Ram, which is only possible for a pair, that is, a pair of young people with certain characteristics, including an exclusive, absolute, and strictly male bond. The substance, in fact, abhors women, movement, and heat. England willingly turns a blind eye to such unions; it also turns two blind eyes to the fate of the unfortunate ones. But what if that is not the only price to pay? Aster Paul, Astrea Lucinda, Zachary Tucker, Devereux Willoghby, and some old acquaintances will find out and will have to decide which side to take. It will be a struggle for survival marked by unpredictable alliances and deception, in which the most intense and purest feelings will become the only guide.
Professional artisans reveal their techniques to craft amazing masks! From well-known plague masks to Japanese fox spirits, Hannya and steampunk creations, you will find a great variety of masks with their making process explained in detail with lots of pictures. Some of the masks are easy to build even for beginners!
The years is 1927 and the murder of a soldier in a military hospital in Morocco begins a chance for an extremely valuable artefact, disappeared for more than a thousand years: the Table of Salomon, King of Kings, that would give its owner the wisdom of a thousand wise men. And when the Bureau’s investigation gets to the weapon used in La Dame Chevalier’s parents’ murder, the agent decides to travel to north Africa looking for the artefact and answers. Along with the young Justine Carbonneau, both women go to the desert among a war between the empire and the Berbers, fighting for their independence. But Chevalier will have company. Mercenaries led by the mysterious organization Ostia Mithrae also
À la fin du XIXe siècle, dans les montagnes cévenoles, Louise et Raymond rêvent d’aventures. Passionnés par les technologies naissantes, ils souhaitent quitter leur village, découvrir les Amériques et ainsi échapper au travail dans les moulinages, ces usines qui fabriquent le fil de soie. Leurs rêves vont les entraîner beaucoup plus loin que prévu… Dans ce roman à l’ambiance steampunk campagnard, découvrez la rude vie de ces milliers de filles et de garçons embauchés dès leur plus jeune âge dans les moulinages. Mais aussi comment une des technologies les plus en vogue aujourd’hui trouverait son origine au cœur de l’Ardèche.
MURDER. SPIES. EXPLOSIONS. REVENGE. THIS BOOK FOR TEENS HAS IT ALL Peregrine Harker is about to learn you’re never too young to die.London 1908: A secret society stalks the murky streets, a deadly assassin lurks in the shadows and a series of unexplained deaths are linked by a mystery symbol… When boy-detective Peregrine Harker stumbles across a gruesome murder he sparks a chain of events that drag him on a rip-roaring journey through a world of spluttering gas lamps, thick fog, deadly secrets and dastardly villains. Every step of Peregrine’s white-knuckle adventure brings him closer to the vile heart of a terrifying mystery – the true story behind the Brotherhood of the Black Death. Reviews:"One hell of a lot of fun! Readers of all ages will gobble up this non-stop rip roaring adventure – don’t miss this one!" – Bill Baker, Educator, USA "I completely enjoyed Peregrine Harker. This novel is a welcome addition to current offerings in children's literature, particularly those aimed at boys." – Drennan Spitzer, Educator, USA
Journey through time and space with this graphic novel history of the Sci-Fi genre, from Mary Shelley to William Gibson and Philip K. Dick to Ken Liu and Ted Chiang, and more. Trace the progress of SF through modern times and learn why key figures and inventors like Thomas Edison and Elon Musk have looked to Sci-Fi to predict the future.For the first time in illustrated form, this comprehensive history of Sci-Fi traces its origins and charts its history from its beginnings as a “schlock” genre to its respected status today.Who is considered the world’s first science fiction author? How did American science fiction begin? What sci-fi novel is the all-time best-seller? Discover the origins of your favorite page-to-screen Sci-Fi movies. Find out why Sci-Fi so effortlessly captures our imaginations and makes us dream of new worlds.The answers are here, along with detailed chapters dedicated to the founders of the genre and their modern-day successors.
IN THIS SECOND ADVENTURE of the young Sherlock Holmes and the Adventurers, he will need to use all of his cunning to uncover the sneaky plans of the Great East Company. Exploring the underworld of London, he has no idea just how far Mr. Brown and his henchmen are willing to go to get rid of them in order to carry out the Baron's sinister plans. When all the efforts of Sherlock Holmes, Irene Lupin, and Nikola Tesla seem to fail, the gang must turn to a new ally. It's Ada Lovelace's turn to leap into action, a young mathematician who will become one of the leading scientific minds of the Victorian era and one of the founders of modern computing. Facing the wrath of murderers, the cleverness of a slippery thief, and the animalistic fury of a prehistoric monster, Sherlock and his companions will need much more than luck and courage to survive this new adventure. Follow this plot of intrigue, mystery, and adventure and embark on the memories of a boy destined to become the greatest detective of all time. For Young Sherlock and the Adventurers... The Game Continues!
Take a journey through Asia and beyond with twenty-three original thought-provoking and moving stories about identities, belonging, and choices—stories about where we come from and where we are going. ALL EMOTIONS ARE UNIVERSAL. WE LIVE, WE DREAM, WE STRIVE, WE DIE... Stories that explore magic and science. Stories about love, revenge, and choices. Stories that challenge ideas about race, belonging, and politics. Each wrestling between ghostly pasts and uncertain future. Each trying to find a voice in history. Orphans and drug-smuggling in deep space. Mechanical arms in steampunk Vancouver. Djinns and espionage in futuristic Istanbul. Humanoid robot in steamy Kerala. Monsters in the jungles of Cebu. Historic time travel in Gyeongbok Palace. A rocket launch in post-apocalyptic Tokyo. A drunken ghost in Song Dynasty China. A displaced refugee skating on an ice planet. And much more. Embrace them as you take on their journeys. And don’t look back . . . Featuring Original Stories by Anne Carly Abad, Deepak Bharathan, Joyce Chng, Miki Dare, S.B. Divya, Pamela Q. Fernandes, Calvin D. Jim, Minsoo Kang, Fonda Lee, Gabriela Lee, Karin Lowachee, Rati Mehrotra, E.C. Myers, Tony Pi, Angela Yuriko Smith, Priya Sridhar, Amanda Sun, Naru Dames Sundar, Jeremy Szal, Regina Kanyu Wang (translated by Shaoyan Hu), Diana Xin, Melissa Yuan-Innes, Ruhan Zhao. Introduction by Elsie Chapman Edited by Lucas K. Law and Derwin Mak Anthologies in this series (Strangers Among Us, The Sum of Us, Where the Stars Rise, Shades Within Us) have been recommended by Publishers Weekly, Booklist (American Library Association), Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, School Library Journal, Locus, Foreword Reviews, and Quill & Quire. To learn more about this publisher, click here: http://bit.ly/2LD7d9C
