The Oracle is dying. The position as leader of the Structure is open for the taking. Powerful Pillars and ambitious objectives see the chance to take over and have started drawing the lines of battle for war. Augustus Granger, the man everyone fears will be the next Oracle, is being hunted. Though he never wanted the position, secrets of the past and a revelation of the future might force him to accept his fate. However, he must first help find a young eight-year-old boy who ran away from home and who is essential to saving the Structure from collapse. Moon, the shadows of the Structure, have one agenda: Destruction of the Structure at all costs. At their core lies Demon's Wrath, who has a weapon he can't wait to unleash upon the world.
The Board Is Set... The dying Oracle can no longer protect her Structure. Moon has exposed it from the shadows in hopes to bring ruin to the world. Thousands of years of lies and secrets have given birth to fear and mistrust. The cycle of Moon's plots have only begun to spin. The Pieces Are In Place... Pillars want to recreate the world, but in order to do so they must first destroy it. The Structure looks to their new leader, Augustus Granger, to take over and stop the devastation. However, Demon's Wrath refuses to let anyone stop his plan of total annihilation. The Game Has A New Player... The plots, misdeeds, and fighting gave rise to Chaos. Now no one can stop her. No one is safe. No one can hide. Brace yourself for the conclusion of the Oracle's Legacy trilogy!
In a kingdom ruled by ancient prophecies and hidden legacies, a forgotten lineage awakens to restore the balance between light and darkness. "The Forgotten Oracle: A Tale of Prophecy and Destiny" invites readers into the enchanting world of Eldoria, where the past and present collide, and the future hinges on the bravery of a young woman and the forgotten wisdom she must reclaim. Elara, a seemingly ordinary young woman from the quiet village of Nareth, has her life irrevocably changed when she begins to experience vivid, unsettling visions. These visions reveal a hidden truth: Elara is the last living descendant of the Oracles, an ancient order of seers who once guided Eldoria with their prophetic insights. As she delves deeper into her family's mysterious past, Elara uncovers a journal belonging to her mother, Lyanna, a powerful Oracle who foresaw a great upheaval and hid her knowledge to protect her daughter. Eldoria is a land steeped in magic and mystery, where ancient rituals and forgotten gods linger in the shadows. The kingdom's balance of power is precariously maintained by the prophecies of the Oracles, and as Elara unlocks the secrets of her heritage, she learns of a dire prophecy foretelling the rise of a malevolent force known as the "Shadow." This entity seeks to rewrite destiny itself, plunging the kingdom into chaos and darkness. The prophecy also speaks of a "Guardian of Light," a figure destined to stand against the Shadow and restore balance. Elara must embrace her newfound abilities and take on the mantle of the Guardian to prevent the impending disaster. Elara's journey is one of self-discovery and courage, filled with trials and tribulations that test her resolve. Alongside her loyal companions—Kael, her steadfast friend and protector; Prince Alden, the enigmatic heir to the throne; Lady Isolde, a wise and experienced mentor; and Arion, a mysterious mage with crucial knowledge—Elara navigates the treacherous waters of court intrigue, political alliances, and magical dangers. Each ally brings unique strengths and perspectives, contributing to the rich tapestry of the narrative and the overarching theme of unity in the face of darkness. The richly imagined world of Eldoria provides a captivating backdrop for Elara's quest. From the tranquil village of Nareth to the bustling capital city and the eerie, enchanted forests, each location is imbued with history and magic. The ancient temples, hidden groves, and mystical artifacts that Elara encounters are not merely settings but integral elements of the plot, each holding secrets that propel her journey forward. At its heart, "The Forgotten Oracle" is a story of hope and resilience. It explores timeless themes of fate, free will, and the nature of power, delving into the complexities of leadership and the weight of legacy. Elara's journey is not just a battle against external forces but an internal struggle to accept her identity and the responsibilities that come with it. Her story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the enduring light that shines within each of us, even in the darkest of times. "The Forgotten Oracle: A Tale of Prophecy and Destiny" is a spellbinding adventure that will captivate readers from the first page to the last. With its compelling characters, intricate plot, and richly detailed world, it is a must-read for fans of epic fantasy and tales of heroism and self-discovery. Join Elara on her journey to uncover the truth, embrace her destiny, and save Eldoria from the encroaching darkness. The fate of the kingdom rests in her hands, and the legacy of the Oracles will never be forgotten.
The Structure is a secret civilization made up of seven houses that pursue enlightenment by attempting to understand the nature of energy. The structure of the Houses that insists upon learning and growing together is collapsing. In its place begins the seeds of infighting. Soon, without their notice, the people of the Houses begin losing their special powers. The Oracle, the leader of the Structure, hates to see what had become of her people. But she's dying and can do little to help them. Now, as the Structure begins tipping deeper into darkness, a new leader is needed to prevent conflict among the Houses from escalating into an all-out war. Ollie could be the key to finding the next leader, but she has her family to think of and a life to live. So she must remain unnoticed. As power hungry factions hunt for Ollie, however, she has no choice but to get involved. She'll do whatever's necessary to protect her loved ones.
What good is free will when you have no options? Ever since Freya lost a week of her memory, she has been starting to burn out. Her grades are tanking, she can't sleep for dreams of the Shadow Realm, and she hasn't so much as spoken to Damon since they broke up. So, when Fate gives her the opportunity to get out of the city to hunt down a missing Oracle, Freya jumps at the chance to leave. But Freya quickly starts to get the feeling that the Oracle doesn't want to be found, and that Fate may not be all that she seems. When faced with the one being more powerful than her, all Freya has left is her wits. The question is, does she still remember how to use them? ORACLE is the fourth book in the Freya Snow urban fantasy series, which starts out as YA and follows Freya’s magical adventures through to university and into adulthood. If you like kick-ass, sarcastic heroines, immersive magical worlds beneath our own, and love that crosses the lines of magical feuds, then you’ll be instantly hooked on L.C. Mawson’s fast-paced urban fantasy series. Download the book to get your fix of strong heroines and immersive fantasy today!
“A fantastic read and an excellent continuation of the story of the Iliad from the perspective of Odysseus. . . . Brilliant!” (Edinburgh Book Review) The Trojan War has been raging for ten years. Greece’s greatest warriors have fallen. But then a series of oracles appear with utterances from the gods, commands that must be fulfilled if Troy is to be defeated. Agamemnon, leader of the Greeks, knows that only one man has the courage and intelligence to complete the tasks set by the Olympians: Odysseus, King of Ithaca. From an island haunted by a vengeful madman to a forsaken tomb and its deadly guardian, from the palace of a hostile king to the sacred heart of Troy itself, Odysseus and his friend Eperitus must follow the trail toward the greatest deception of all time . . . Praise for the writing of Glyn Iliffe: “Suspense, treachery, and bone-crunching action . . . will leave fans of the genre eagerly awaiting the rest of the series.” —The Times Literary Supplement “A must read for those who enjoy good old epic battles, chilling death scenes and the extravagance of ancient Greece.” —Lifestyle Magazine “The reader does not need to be classicist to enjoy this epic and stirring tale. It makes a great novel.” —Historical Novels Review
USA TODAY BESTSELLER A Master Chief story and original full-length novel set in the Halo universe—based on the New York Times bestselling video game series! October 2559. It has been a year since the renegade artificial intelligence Cortana issued a galaxy-wide ultimatum, subjecting many worlds to martial law under the indomitable grip of her Forerunner weapons. Outside her view, the members of Blue Team—John-117, the Master Chief; Fred-104; Kelly-087; and Linda-058—are assigned from the UNSC Infinity to make a covert insertion onto the ravaged planet Reach. Their former home and training ground—and the site of humanity’s most cataclysmic military defeat near the end of the Covenant War—Reach still hides myriad secrets after all these years. Blue Team’s mission is to penetrate the rubble-filled depths of CASTLE Base and recover top-secret assets locked away in Dr. Catherine Halsey’s abandoned laboratory—assets which may prove to be humanity’s last hope against Cortana. But Reach has been invaded by a powerful and ruthless alien faction, who have their own reasons for being there. Establishing themselves as a vicious occupying force on the devastated planet, this enemy will soon transform Blue Team’s simple retrieval operation into a full-blown crisis. And with the fate of the galaxy hanging in the balance, mission failure is not an option…
'The wonderful breadth of Jamie Fumo's engaging examination of classical forms in the Middle Ages offers valuable new interpretations of Chaucer's work and rare -insight into medieval tropes of narrative authority.'-Suzanne Yeager, Department of English, Fordham University --
Join Christian, a young boy, who is about to embark on the greatest adventure of his life. After being kidnapped by pirates he is imprisoned on a mysterious and unusual ship named the Vengeance Spirit. He soon discovers that the reason for his capture is that he is the key player in an ongoing war between two ancient kingdoms. With his gifts of prophecy and magical items Christian and his friends will fight for their lives to restore an ancient civilization and set right what went horribly wrong at the beginning of mankind's history ages ago. Facing prehistoric sea monsters, mythical beasts, and a tyrannical pirate captain are just the beginning of the many adventures Christian and his group of ragtag allies will endure. Follow them in this first quest and witness... The Rise of the Oracle
