David Weber Ordre des livres

In David Webers packendem Roman geht es um den Rockmusiker Pedro Oliveira, der seinen dritten Alkoholentzug im malerischen Bergell durchlebt. Dort trifft er auf Lena, die ihn einst verließ, und ihre Freundin Bettina. Die Geschichte endet dramatisch, als Mike und Werner für ihre Entscheidungen bezahlen, während Pedro und Lena versuchen, neu anzufangen.

"There's the new treecat adoptee who needs to be kept from becoming a risk to the carefully guarded secret of just how smart the arboreal inhabitants of Sphinx really are. There's the overeager journalist whose campaign to protect the treecats from exploitation as the newest, coolest pet on any planet could threaten the very creatures he seeks to defend. And there's the mysterious rash of weird accidents that are plaguing Sphinx's younger inhabitants--including some of those nearest and dearest to Stephanie. In trying to get enough proof to get the understaffed authorities of her pioneer planet to act, Stephanie will be called upon to attempt things she never imaged doing--including going undercover into the wilds of the late-night club scene, a realm where her faithful treecat guardian, Lionheart, cannot follow. . . ."--Amazon

"The Weltall Tournament's professional VR games were supposed to be a symbol of cooperation between SysGov and its militaristic neighbor, the Admin. But that was before star Admin player Elly Sako received a death threat, written in blood next to a copy of her own severed head. The Admin's Department of Temporal Investigation swiftly seizes control of the crime scene, and the tournament transforms into a flashpoint of charged politics and conflicting jurisdictions. SysPol Detective Isaac Cho and DTI Special Agent Susan Cantrell--partners in the officer exchange program--are sent in to take charge of the investigation and bring the situation under control. But solving this mystery won't be easy, and the pair struggles to determine who is telling the truth. A jilted relationship between players soon explodes into signs of a far-reaching conspiracy, and the two detectives find themselves racing against time before the tournament ends. Because the killer will be the only one who wins, should they fail"-- Provided by publisher

THE CROWN OF SLAVES SAGA CONTINUES. ADVENTURE AND INTRIGUE IN THE STAR KINGDOM FROM NEW YORK TIMES BEST-SELLING AUTHORS DAVID WEBER AND ERIC FLINT. The Solarian League lies in defeat, crushed by the Grand Alliance of Manticore, Haven, and Grayson. Obedient to the Alliance's surrender demands, the League is writing a new Constitution, to prevent the reemergence of out-of-control bureaucrats, like the "Mandarins" who led it to disaster. Frontier Security has been disbanded, the Outworlds' have regained control of their own economic destinies, and multiple star systems will soon secede from the League entirely. Yet the League is—and will remain—the largest, most economically powerful human star nation in existence, and despite the overwhelming evidence that their unelected political leaders were the driving force behind the war, many League citizens deeply resent the fashion in which their star nation—the Solarian League—has been humbled. And those who most resent the Grand Alliance continue to blame Manticore for the nuclear bombardment of the planet Mesa after its surrender. They refuse to accept that the League—and the members of the Grand Alliance—could have been manipulated by a deeply hidden interstellar conspiracy called the Mesan Alignment.

In «Lilith und das ewige Leben» thematisiert David Weber den weitverbreiteten Wunsch nach Verjüngung vor dem Hintergrund des ehemaligen Lungensanatoriums auf der Schatzalp. Die Hauptfigur Bill Goodman sucht Ideen für sein Welttheater, wird jedoch von Liliths Geheimnis und ihrem Charisma gefesselt, während sich sein Theater ohne ihn entfaltet.

"The fates of universes aren't the only things time travel can impact. Sometimes the effect is a lot more mundane and closer to home. And when that happens, it's up to the cops of Themis Division to make time turn out right. It was supposed to be a routine trip for the members of the Gordian Division, both human and AI: fly out to Saturn, inspect the construction of their latest time machines, then fly back. But when the division's top scientist and chief engineer are killed in the same freak accident, suspicions of foul play run deep. Detective Isaac Cho is sent in to investigate, but he has more on his mind than just a new case. His superiors have saddled him with an exchange officer from the neighboring Admin-Special Agent Susan Cantrell-whose notion of proper "law enforcement" involves blowing up criminals first and skipping questions entirely. Despite his objections, Cho is stuck with an untested partner on a case that increasingly reeks of murder and conspiracy. The unlikely pair must work togetherto unravel this mystery, and soon they discover their unique combination of skills might just provide the edge they need. But nothing is ever simple where the Gordian Division is involved. Not even time itself"-- Provided by publisher

Yesterday, the Star Kingdom of Manticore was a small, unimportant interstellar nation, recently recovering from the Plague Years. While more affluent than some, it lacked the resources to attract trade or maintain a navy. However, Manticore has now become a target, facing unknown attackers with unclear motives. Queen Elizabeth I realizes that Manticore needs a navy and must forge alliances with powerful neighbors like the Republic of Haven and the Andermani Empire to secure trade and military support. Officers such as Travis Long and his wife, Lisa, are tasked with gaining experience, while Travis's brother, Gavin, Earl Winterfall, must navigate the complexities of diplomacy to build these critical alliances. They are sent to the Andermani Empire, home to one of the galaxy's most formidable navies. Yet, the Andermani face their own turmoil; the death of their Emperor has ignited civil war, plunging the once-mighty navy into chaos. As Manticoran visitors, Travis, Lisa, and Gavin find themselves caught in the midst of this upheaval. Before they can achieve their goals of alliance and stability, they must first navigate the dangers surrounding them and ensure their own survival.

Yesterday, the Star Kingdom of Manticore was a small, unimportant interstellar backwater, recently recovering from the Plague Years. Affluent yet lacking in trade appeal, it had little need for a navy and even less interest in funding one. However, Manticore has now become a target, facing an unknown aggressor. Queen Elizabeth I understands the urgency of discovering the enemy's motives and recognizes the necessity of a navy for her kingdom. Manticore also requires allies like the Republic of Haven and the Andermani Empire to bolster its trade and military expertise. Officers such as Travis Long and his wife, Lisa, are tasked with gaining that experience, while Travis's brother, Gavin, Earl Winterfall, must forge essential alliances as a novice diplomat. They are dispatched to the Andermani Empire, home to one of the galaxy's most formidable navies. Yet, upon arrival, they find the Andermani embroiled in civil war following the Emperor's death, complicating their mission. Caught in the midst of turmoil, Travis, Lisa, and Gavin must navigate these challenges and ensure their survival before they can achieve their goals.

Lest Darkness Fall by L. Sprague de Camp is a seminal work in science fiction that established the alternate-history subgenre. It follows Martin Padway's time travel to 6th-century Rome, where he attempts to alter history. This influential book has inspired numerous authors and includes new stories in its 2021 edition.