The Kingdom of Charis and the Kingdom of Chisholm have joined together, pledged to stand against the tyranny of a corrupt Church. The youthful Queen Sharleyan of Chisholm has wed King Cayleb of Charis, forging a single dynasty, a single empire, dedicated to the defense of human freedom. Yet there are things Sharleyan still does not know. Secrets Cayleb has not been permitted to share, even with her--and these secrets may threaten all they have achieved...

"Humanity's complex relationship with technology spirals out of control in this first book of an all-new trilogy from "the owner of the most powerful imagination in science fiction" (Ken Follett). In 2204, humanity is expanding into the wider galaxy in leaps and bounds. Cutting-edge technology of linked jump gates has rendered most forms of transportation--including starships--virtually obsolete. Every place on earth, every distant planet humankind...

"Picture book about a neanderthal boy exploring the world he lives in and considering how he relates to it. The result is both erudite and tender."--

"In this engrossing and gripping fantasy set in the world of the New York Times bestselling Others series, an inn owner and her friends must find a killer-before it's too late.... Crowbones will gitcha if you don't watch out! Deep in the territory controlled by the Others-shape-shifters, vampires, and even deadlier paranormal beings-Vicki DeVine has made a new life for herself running The Jumble, a rustic resort. When she decides to host a gathering...

"Tony likes spending time with his friends Rudolph and Rudolph's little sister, Anna, and he doesn't mind if Anna wants to be his girlfriend. But things get a little complicated when Rudolph's fearsome Great-Aunt Dorothy introduces him to the creepy young vampire Olga and Rudolph the little vampire falls head over heels for her! But does she like him, too? And what could these romantic entanglements mean for Tony and Rudolph's friendship?"-- Provided...