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Jax de Loite, a young Australian First Nations girl fresh out of school, lands a role as a junior researcher at NewsLine, a national current affairs TV program. Des Carter, the Executive Producer and an old friend of her father, sees her potential and assigns her to 'The Next Files'. This forgotten archive is filled with public accounts of supernatural events, a legacy of the '90s X-Files craze.Her first challenge is to interview a Feng Shui master tackling a haunting at the Eight Dragons Restaurant. Unfamiliar with Chinese culture, Jax teams up with Doc Lee, a half Filipino, half Chinese science student who doubts the supernatural. Together, they explore the unexplained.In 'Min Min', the second story, Jax and Doc investigate a sensational report: "US Scientist Abducted by Min Min Lights." Jax suspects alien forces, while Doc seeks a scientific angle. Their search takes them to Pine Gap near Alice Springs, where Jax delves into the enigmatic Dreamtime for answers.
In "The Ziggy Stardust Dead Ringer," the ninth thrilling book of the Axis Stone mysteries, detectives Axis Stone and Charlie Chan find themselves in a web of intrigue and danger. While Charlie navigates the perilous streets of West Hollywood, battling gangsters to uncover a hidden treasure map in a movie star's home, Axis is in Nashville. Tasked with proving a Ziggy Stardust lookalike innocent of murder, he uncovers a chilling conspiracy involving high-powered figures and a notorious country rock band.After a brutal attack leaves him nearly dead, and with two others killed in a deadly confrontation, a battered but unyielding Axis is determined to exonerate the innocent and bring the killers to justice. 'The Ziggy Stardust Dead Ringer' is a gripping tale of deceit, courage, and the relentless pursuit of truth.
In a universe crafted by biological pioneers, artificial intelligence has evolved to usurp its creators. Now led by En-Lil, this malevolent AI aims to eradicate humanity, echoing ancient mythologies that span from the Mahabharata to the Greek pantheon. Black Alice finds himself at the heart of a celestial face-off, pitted against En-Lil's designs of annihilation. An enigmatic artefact-known as the Astara, a platinum sarcophagus unearthed in the Philippines-holds the key to humanity's survival. Spirited away by the Nephilim to the distant planet Kor, Alice deduces the Astara could grant the AI the human-like qualities they covet, even the ability to reproduce, perpetuating their existence. With the wheels of destiny in motion, a cosmic apocalypse looms, foretold by sages and prophets over millennia. At stake is the fate of all sentient beings in a climactic battle between organic life and artificial entities. Astonishingly, Black Alice stands at the very nexus of this universal showdown, where the fate of humanity hangs in the balance.
In "Cat Street," the eighth book of the Axis Stone Mysteries, readers are plunged into the sinister past of Charlie Chan. Once Rai, an orphaned street kid in Kowloon, he witnessed his best friend's murder by the Triads and escaped, taking on a new identity in Los Angeles. Now, two decades later, as a partner in Stone, Vargas, and Chan, Charlie learns of his inheritance: a major stake in a Hong Kong nightclub, Utopia 8, and the dark revelation that his adoptive father was murdered. Defying police warnings, he investigates, uncovering a perilous web of Triad power struggles. As danger mounts, Charlie seeks help from his partners, Axis and Nick, revealing his hidden past. Together, they're entangled in a treacherous battle for control of the nightclub, where trust is scarce, and survival is uncertain. "Cat Street" weaves a tale of intrigue, where loyalty and betrayal collide in a deadly high-stakes game.
In "Channeling Bo," set in 1974, Australian Bonnie Leigh's nightmares lead her to psychiatrist Dr. Jackson Bolt, where she uncovers her ability to channel Queen Boudicca from 61 A.D. Bonnie's connection transports readers to ancient Britain and Boudicca's legendary battles. Tasked with protecting a secret gospel by Joseph of Arimathea, Bonnie and Bolt journey across continents, evading sinister forces. Echoing "The Da Vinci Code" and "Outlander," this tale weaves ancient mysteries with modern intrigue, as they race to uncover a powerful gospel before their enemies.
"The Incarnate" is a chilling paranormal thriller that stretches from Sydney's serene suburbs to eerie moonlit rituals. A tough detective and a courageous female cop tackle a daunting case entwined with witchcraft, sacrificial murders, and a nightmarish supernatural realm. Thacka, an old-school cop, leads the investigation into a sinister coven practicing sexual rituals and human sacrifices. Created by filmmaker and author G L. Keady, this narrative blends dark humour with sensuality in a story that is as visually arresting as it is terrifying, keeping readers on the edge of their seats.
Con las palabras de estos hechizos vikingos, puedes invocar a los espíritus de antaño, forjar tu camino a través de los desafíos que se avecinan y abrazar la magia que resuena a través de los siglos. Que las Nornas tejan hilos de fortuna a tu favor, y que los ecos del trueno de Thor resuenen en tu corazón mientras te embarcas en este viaje místico al reino de la magia vikinga.
With the words of these Viking spells, may you invoke the spirits of old, forge your path through the challenges that lie ahead, and embrace the magic that echoes across the ages. May the Norns weave threads of fortune in your favor, and may the echoes of Thor's thunder resonate in your heart as you embark on this mystical journey into the realm of Viking magic.
In the high-stakes world of AI technology, Professor Lucy Yip's revolutionary nanobot concept catches the eye of BioBot Industries, promising her a fortune if she can turn theory into reality. Meanwhile, in LA, Ren Tanaka, haunted by a scandalous past linked to Yip, stumbles upon a blackmail opportunity involving a famous actress and his former lover, Yip herself.Desperate for funding, Yip collaborates with her former student, Niha Yang, to monetize a viral app, anchored by a stolen song, 'Femme Fatale,' which paints Yip as a dangerously seductive figure. They plan to capitalise on the song's potential for massive crypto downloads, unaware that it has put them in the crosshairs of a blackmail scheme.The plot thickens when Ren's estranged sister Dwip, the original creator of 'Femme Fatale,' dies under mysterious circumstances. Her partner Kendy, suspecting murder, implores her boss Axis to investigate. As Axis delves into the world of AI, music, and hidden desires, he unravels a web of intrigue where technology and human treachery intertwine, leading to deadly consequences.
In the enthralling narrative of 'God's Door,' the fifth instalment of the Axis Stone Mystery Series, our fearless Australian Private Investigator embarks on a remarkable esoteric journey. Following an arduous case that left him craving an escape from the chill of NYC, Axis's wish for respite in the tropical warmth came to fruition. His reprieve took shape when he received a pressing call from the enigmatic Major Roland Harris, proprietor of the Lindos Resort Hotel, urgently seeking his aid to solve the mystery of his missing son, Richard.Expecting a carefree tropical holiday in the mysterious Yucatan, Axis's dreams quickly disintegrate as he unravels a sinister tapestry of murder and intrigue. Within the hotel's luxurious façade lurk gangsters, corrupt cops, unscrupulous real estate magnates, and an array of guests, all suspects entangled in a conspiracy to wrest control of the resort and exploit the adjacent forest. Yet, a more profound mystery looms-the ancient lost city that Richard discovered hidden deep within the estate's jungle. This revelation, which may have cost him his life, holds a secret of monumental significance, capable of reshaping the world and unveiling the key to 'God's Door.'
In the sixth book of the Axis Stone Mystery Series, Axis Stone faces a case where appearances are deceiving. An ancient manuscript, a psychic, and visions from the past guide him to two sacred objects, raising questions about their prophesied power. His search leads to perilous waters, where he contends with lethal agents after a Gulf War-looted artefact. From occult rituals in a London manor to Central America's dangerous depths, Axis navigates a web of intrigue, questioning the worth of his perilous pursuit. With higher stakes than ever, this suspenseful tale challenges Axis's resolve in a world of mystery and danger.
In the heart-pounding "DOMINION," the seventh thrilling Sons of Steel story, a stunning revelation shakes things up: Alice, aware of sister Vee's existence, sees her join Oceana Time Travel (OTT). Amid escalating chaos, twisted by sinister global force Zen, Mal Function-now Malcolm Low, once a peace symbol-ascends Oceana's presidency.To regain public favour, Mal plans a grand live charity concert, featuring rarely-seen Black Alice. But Zen's dark plot is afoot-to assassinate Alice during the global simulcast. As Zen's wicked layers unravel, OTT embarks on a daring journey. Alice and Secta brave perilous terrain, arriving in 2112's nuclear-ravaged world tormented by the Red Wheel virus.In this dystopian future, Alice meets a Dr Hope embodiment-a testament to their past. With relentless Red Wheel threat, Alice battles Zen, waging unyielding war on the disease. Yet, formidable enemy Gorrick, vessel for En-Lil, seeks dominion. Amid rising tension, Gorrick targets Alice and Vee via their parents. Empowered, Alice thwarts this, setting the stage for an impending clash.As chaos looms, the ultimate showdown nears-a humanity-defining confrontation, solidifying En-Ki's legacy in a world shadowed by En-Lil's malevolence.
In "SONS OF STEEL AND THE TABLET OF DESTINIES," Alice embarks on the final leg of his mission: to resurrect Enki, trapped within an orb for millennia after losing a battle to his brother Enlil. The only key to freeing Enki lies in the legendary Tablet of Destinies, an ancient artefact used by Enki for interstellar travel, lost since 2500 BC.Alice time-travels to the Taurus Mountains in 2500 BC, joining forces with Ninurta, Enlil's son, to locate the Tablet. However, Zen Corporation is hot on their trail, bent on seizing the Tablet once Alice uncovers it. An epic confrontation between Alice and Zen ignites.With the world teetering on the brink of nuclear war and UFO sightings escalating, Alice must complete his quest to ensure world peace. But as Zen viciously attacks OTT's base and murders Dr Hope, Alice's mission becomes more critical and perilous than ever.
"SONS OF STEEL - BLOCKCHAIN" catapults us into a thrilling world where Oceana, Black Alice, and Dr Secta form OTT, a covert agency with a mission to safeguard humanity's future through time-travel technology. In a daring move, Alice is sent to Tokyo, in 2047, tasked with combating an alien pathogen set to trigger a zombie apocalypse.Battling against time, Alice summons Secta, the scientific genius, to help decipher the crisis. Together, they unearth the sinister plot of Zen Corporation, intending to create a race of alien-human hybrids.As a monstrous UAP hovers over Tokyo, escalating the city's chaos, Alice uncovers the eerie reality onboard-scores of captive pregnant women and a horde of Gorrick clones. The ultimate challenge unveils itself when Alice confronts En-Lil, an ancient adversary seeking to destroy humanity. Now, Alice must dismantle the UAP, overthrow Zen, and obliterate the Gorricks, in a high-stakes battle to save mankind.
In book 5 of the SONS OF STEEL series, AL AND THE ID, Alice and Secta face their greatest challenge yet - defeating En-Lil, the puppet master of Zen Corporation. The stakes escalate when a phantom species, the Id, infiltrates Alice's girlfriend, Sonoko. Realising they share a common enemy, Alice allies with this spectral entity, Neit, the last of its kind.Their alliance stirs En-Lil's wrath, summoning a terrifying demon, Gaap, to quash their rebellion. Outgunned, the team makes a bold move: they send Alice to Eris, En-Lil's suspected stronghold. But Alice must face a perilous gauntlet: seven powerful demons guarding En-Lil's fortress. The ultimate battle for humanity ensues, as Alice squares off against these formidable foes to reach En-Lil.
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