Alma Alexander, von Haus aus Wissenschaftlerin, schafft Romane, die sich mit tiefgreifenden existenziellen Fragen auseinandersetzen. Ihr Werk erforscht die Natur des Göttlichen, die unsterbliche Seele und ihre Erlösung, das Wesen dessen, was es bedeutet, menschlich zu sein, und die Auswirkungen der Konfrontation mit dem Unbekannten. Alexander verknüpft meisterhaft Themen wie Glauben, Identität und Transformation durch fesselnde Erzählungen, die den Leser zum Nachdenken über seinen eigenen Platz im Universum anregen. Ihr Schreiben offenbart, wie Menschen den Sternen begegnen und sich selbst verändert wiederfinden.
Ein farbenprächtiger Roman aus der Welt von „Tiger & Dragon“ Der chinesische Sommerpalast steht Kopf. Schuld daran ist die neue Kaiserin, die zum Entsetzen des machtgierigen Hofes beschlossen hat, selbst zu regieren. Ihre Verbündeten, die Schwesternschaft Jin Shei, versuchen zu verhindern, dass erbitterte Machtkämpfe und tödliche Intrigen das Leben der Drachenkaiserin fordern.
Der Bastardsohn Sif hat nach dem Tod seines Vaters, König Dynan, das Heer zum Sieg geführt und beansprucht die Krone. Anghara, die rechtmäßige Erbin und noch ein Kind, muss fliehen und alles zurücklassen. Verfolgt von Sifs Schergen, entdeckt sie ihre wundersame Gabe, die das Schicksal der Welt verändern könnte.
Anghara, die als Königin geboren wurde, muss nach dem Tod ihres Vaters vor ihrem tyrannischen Halbbruder Sif ins Exil fliehen. Als der Widerstand gegen ihn wächst, will sie ihr Recht auf den Thron zurückerobern und nutzt ihre mächtige Gabe, die „Sicht“, um sich zu behaupten.
My name is Mal Marsh. I was the oldest unTurned Were of my generation, waiting Turn after Turn for my own time... which never came. Until the day, driven by desperation and by the guilt I still carried concerning my sister Celia's tragic death, I decided it was time to stop waiting... and made a dangerous choice in the name of pride and fury. Instead of remaining the Random Were that I was born... I enlisted the help of a friend, a creature beyond the strictly drawn boundaries of Were-kind, and chose to become a Lycan, a true wolf. I thought it would give me a chance to take my revenge on those I believed to be responsible for what had happened to my sister. Right until the moment I realized that things were much more complicated that I had ever believed possible... and that my choice might have far more repercussions than I had thought. One thing was clear. Everything I thought I knew about my family was wrong
The child Anghara Kir Hama was forcedto flee the kingdom she rightfully ruled, escaping the murderous wrath of her brother, the usurper, who would see her dead to secure the throne. But her years spent in a strange desert land -- honing the miraculous power called Sight -- have forever changed the young queen. And now it is time to claim what is hers. But treachery greets Anghara upon her return to a realm suffering under the cruelty of the bloodthirsty tyrant Sif. In the dungeons of her enemy, she awaits an inevitable death, robbed of the gift that set her apart from all others. Yet those who have sworn to defend her will not rest until their cherished queen is safe, including one whose noble heart belongs to her alone. For young Anghara's remarkable destiny is greater than crowns and countries -- greater even than the fearsome Old Gods who must stand down to make way for the Changer of Days.
"You will never read another shapeshifter book like this. Every surprise will catch you unwary. And, like me, you will find that others will have to pry it out of your fingers." -Tamora Pierce, bestselling author "Alma Alexander has created a gripping and complicated story of family loyalty and teenage rebellion. [..] An excellent start to a brave new series." -Ysabeau Wilce, award-winning author of the Flora Segunda series RANDOM My name is Jazz Marsh. I am a Random Were, which means I am a Were of no fixed form - like all Random Were, my family can become any warm-blooded creature which is the last thing they see before they Turn. For me, when my time came, that meant... trouble. I was quite young when I lost my older sister, Celia, and my family never spoke about her. It was only when I found the secret diaries that she had left behind that I began to discover the truth behind her life and her death. I never understood what drove my moody and dangerous older brother until I began to get an inkling about his part in Celia's death... and until, driven to the edge of patience and understanding, he finally had to face his own Turn problems... and disastrously took matters into his own hands. One thing is clear. Everything I thought I knew about Were-kind was wrong. THIS IS BOOK ONE IN THE WERECHRONICLES SERIES
This anthology presents a diverse collection of short stories that explore the experiences of migrants, immigrants, and refugees. Each narrative delves into the emotional and social challenges faced by individuals navigating displacement, identity, and belonging. Through speculative fiction, the authors creatively address themes of hope, resilience, and the search for home, offering unique perspectives on the human condition in the context of migration.
At the heart of this narrative lies a profound sisterhood that transcends familial ties, showcasing the power of the Jin-Shei bond. This epic tale explores the lives of women united by deep loyalty and shared secrets, emphasizing the strength and resilience found in their connections. Through their experiences, the story delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of relationships, highlighting how chosen bonds can shape identities and destinies.
This novel begins 400 years after eight women pledge themselves as sisters in the name of jin-shei, the unbreakable bond. In 18th century Syai, and its capital city of Linh-an, things have changed beyond recognition.
