Elizabeth Moon píše pôsobivé a detailné príbehy, ktoré sa často odohrávajú v komplexných sociálnych a politických prostrediach. Jej diela sa vyznačujú hlbokým pochopením ľudskej povahy a skúmajú témy ako je identita, spoločenská štruktúra a konflikt. Moon je známa svojim precíznym jazykom a schopnosťou vytvárať vierohodné postavy, ktoré čitateľ ľahko pochopí a ocení. Jej literárny prístup kombinuje intelektuálnu náročnosť s pútavým rozprávaním, čo z nej robí významnú autorku v oblasti science fiction a fantasy.
Paks was somebody special. Never could she have followed her father's orders and married the pig farmer from down the road. Better a soldier's life than a pigfarmer's wife, and so though she knew that she could never go home again, Paks ran away to be a soldier. And so began an adventure destined to transform a simple Sheepfarmer's Daughter into a hero fit to be chosen by the gods
Now a seasoned combat veteran, Paksenarrion must seek the fabled stronghold of Luap far to the west. The way is long, the dangers many -- and none can say whether glory or ruin awaits ..
Paksenarrion--Paks, for short--refuses her father's orders to marry the pig farmer down the road and is off to join the army. And so her adventure begins--the adventure that transforms her into a hero remembered in songs, chosen by the gods to restore a lost ruler to his throne.
Lou is different to 'normal' people. He interacts with the world in a way they do not understand. He might not see the things they see, however, but he also sees many things they do not. Lou is autistic. One of his skills is an ability to find patterns in data: extraordinary, complex, beautiful patterns that not even the most powerful computers can comprehend. The company he works for has made considerable sums of money from Lou's work. But now they want Lou to change - to become 'normal' like themselves. And he must face the greatest challenge of his life. To understand the speed of dark. SPEED OF DARK is a powerful near-future thriller, the theme of which is both universal and intensely personal. It is dedicated to the author's own autistic son, and to other parents of autistic children, 'in the hope that they also find that delight in difference'. Find out more about this title and others at www.orbitbooks.co.uk
Featuring two expansive narratives of interstellar exploration, this collection immerses readers in thrilling space adventures filled with daring characters and complex worlds. Each novel offers a unique blend of action, intrigue, and imaginative settings, exploring themes of survival, discovery, and the human spirit's resilience in the face of cosmic challenges. Fans of science fiction will find themselves captivated by the intricate plots and the vast possibilities of the universe.
A conclusion to the best-selling series finds the awakening of ancient magic, the confrontation of evil, and the revelation of secrets invoking difficult consequences throughout the Eight Kingdoms
1. Elizabeth Moon is a New York Times best-selling author. 2. This volume combines the third and fourth in her popular Serrano/Suiza space adventure series. 3. Advertising in Locus, Romantic Times, more 4. Simultaneous hardcover and trade paperback editions 5. Co-op available Two Full-Length Novels of Space Adventure: Once a Hero: Esmay Suiza wasn’t a member of a great Navy family like the Serranos. She’d had to make her way on grit alone, which meant it wasn’t likely she’d make admiral, but all she wanted was to be part of the Fleet. But then she ended up a raging space battle, and was the only one who could stop a superior office turned traitor. She had never wanted to be a hero, but fate had other ideas. . . . Rules of Engagement: Brun Meager is a young woman from a rich and powerful family, which had a lot to do with why Esmay Suiza didn’t get along with her, not to mention both having an amorous interest in Barin Serrano. When Brun was abducted by a repressive religious militia movement that makes the 21st century Taliban look like a bunch of Unitarians, Esmay was suspected of having connived in the capture to eliminate a rival. To clear herself, it looked like Esmay would have to locate and rescue Brun. Time to be a hero again. . . .
The eagerly awaited new title in this epic fantasy series of kings, politics and magic.
After being unjustly forced to resign from her position in the space navy, Fleet officer Heris Serrano takes command of an interstellar luxury yacht owned by the sharp-witted Cecelia. As Heris navigates her new life, she faces the challenge of stopping an invading armada, presenting her with a chance to reclaim her place in the navy. This journey intertwines themes of resilience and redemption, showcasing Heris's growth and the unexpected dynamics of her new role.