Alex London Bücher

"Privileged Syd and his proxy, Know, are thrown together to overthrow the system."--Provided by publisher

The pulse-pounding sequel to Proxy! Inspired by The Whipping Boy and Feed, this adrenaline-fueled thriller will appeal to fans of The Maze Runner and Divergent. Once a proxy, now the figurehead of the Revolution, Syd is a savior to some and a target for others. His bodyguard Liam must protect Syd with his life but armed Machinists aren't the only danger in the post-Jubilee world. A horrible disease is infecting people and since Guardians are hit first the government does nothing to help. Syd decides it's up to him to find a cure. . . And what he discovers leaves him stunned. This heart-stopping thriller is packed with volatile action and breathtaking heroics that will have readers racing to its epic conclusion. "Off-the-charts amazing." --Marie Lu, New York Times bestselling author of the Legend trilogy "Nonstop action and breakneck pace characterize this exceptional thriller...thought-provoking and breathtaking." --VOYA

In a vibrant mega-city where dragons play a central role in society, a young boy becomes embroiled in dangerous underground dragon battles and a gang war that threatens his family. Set in Drakopolis, where dragons are both companions and competitors, Abel witnesses a shocking event at an aerial race that reveals sinister experiments on dragons. Determined to uncover the truth behind the chaos, he must navigate the treacherous world of street races while dealing with family loyalties and rivalries.

In a modern mega-city built around dragons, one boy gets caught up in the world of underground dragon battles and a high-stakes gang war that could tear his family apart.Banished from Drakopolis to a desolite frontier town, Abel and his family must face a harsh new reality: life without dragons. Far from the lights and lizards of the megacity, Abel's new home effectively bans the creatures. Anyone caught smuggling dragons are hauled away by the ruthless sheriff.The only exceptions to this rule are the dragon rodeos, rare occasions where dragons are brought in from the city to perform for the town's mining families.Abel has made it his mission to free mistreated dragons from captivity. Is he willing to risk everything to help the beleaguered beasts?

The final installment in the Skybound Saga, starring young falconers who must fight for survival in a remote valley called Six Villages--

Forgotten magic and forbidden romance collide in Book 2 of this epic fantasy trilogy after Book 1 was a Today Show Book Club pick!

In a modern mega-city built around dragons, one boy gets caught up in the world of underground dragon battles and a high-stakes gang war that could tear his family apart.Once, dragons nearly drove themselves to extinction. But in the city of Drakopolis, humans domesticated them centuries ago. Now dragons haul the city’s cargo, taxi its bustling people between skyscrapers, and advertise its wares in bright, neon displays. Most famously of all, the dragons battle. Different breeds take to the skies in nighttime bouts between the infamous kins—criminal gangs who rule through violence and intimidation.Abel has always loved dragons, but after a disastrous showing in his dragon rider’s exam, he's destined never to fly one himself. All that changes the night his sister appears at his window, entrusting him with a secret...and a stolen dragon.Turns out, his big sister is a dragon thief! Too bad his older brother is a rising star in Drakopolis law enforcement...To protect his friends and his family, Abel must partner with the stolen beast, riding in kin battles and keeping more secrets than a dragon has scales.When everyone wants him fighting on their side, can Abel figure out what's worth fighting for?

The first book in this YA fantasy trilogy features two orphaned twins, young falconers who must sway the tides of war in order to save their village from destruction.

Set against the backdrop of the 9/11 attacks, the story intertwines the experiences of twelve-year-old Mikey, who is visiting the Pentagon for a school project, and Sage, an eager search-and-rescue dog. As Mikey witnesses the chaos unfold when the attacks begin, he is thrown into a world of horror and uncertainty. Meanwhile, Sage, confident in her training, faces her first mission amid the devastation. Together, they navigate a day filled with fear and bravery, showcasing the resilience of youth and the instinct to help in times of crisis.

The narrative explores the tension between artistic rules and creative expression, as a still life painting defies traditional guidelines to come alive. Through its vibrant storytelling, the artwork reveals its own unique tale, showcasing the dynamic relationship between the artist's intentions and the autonomy of the art itself. This imaginative interplay invites readers to reconsider the boundaries of creativity and the power of art to transcend its original constraints.