Children of Time

In a chilling vision of interstellar war, Joe Haldeman's "The Forever War" tells the story of William Mandella, a reluctant soldier drafted into an elite military unit and thrust across vast distances of space and time to fight an enigmatic alien enemy, the Taurans.

As centuries pass on Earth with each relativistic space jump, Mandella and his comrades experience the profound isolation of being adrift in time. Returning home becomes a journey to an unrecognizable world, where society has been reshaped by technological advancements and the ever-present shadow of a war without end.

More than just a science fiction epic, "The Forever War" is a poignant exploration of the human cost of conflict, the alienation of the warrior, and the nature of identity in a universe indifferent to mankind. Through Mandella's eyes, Haldeman masterfully critiques the military industrial complex and offers a timeless reflection on the absurdity and tragedy of war.

Darrow of Lykos, the Light Bringer, is back, but the hero of the Red Rising Saga faces his darkest hour. After the devastating losses on Mercury, Darrow and his remaining warriors are stranded on a desolate trash moon, haunted by the ghosts of the fallen and pursued by relentless enemies.

As the Republic teeters on the brink of collapse, old alliances crumble and new threats emerge. Lysander au Lune, fueled by vengeance and a lust for power, rallies the forces of the Rim to strike a decisive blow against the heart of the Republic. Across the solar system, fractured loyalties and betrayals run deep, forcing characters to confront their inner demons and make impossible choices.

In this crucial sixth installment of the Red Rising Saga, Pierce Brown delivers a masterclass in action, suspense, and emotional depth. "Light Bringer" explores themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the enduring power of hope amidst a brutal and unforgiving war. Will Darrow rise again to ignite the flame of revolution, or will the solar system succumb to eternal darkness? The fate of the Republic hangs in the balance.

Earth has a choice: Submit to alien overlords or fight for freedom.

When a portal to other worlds opens, humanity welcomes the Glatun, peaceful traders from beyond the stars. But the Horvath arrive next, and their message is clear: surrender or be destroyed. With Earth under their boot, the Horvath control the planet from orbit, and the governments of the world have resigned themselves to servitude.

But one man refuses to yield. Tyler Vernon, a man with enough defiance to challenge both alien and human authority, hatches a daring plan to liberate Earth. His vision extends beyond merely ousting the Horvath; he aims to propel humanity into the stars and build Troy, a colossal battle station capable of safeguarding the solar system.

Live Free or Die is the explosive first chapter in the Troy Rising series, a thrilling tale of courage, innovation, and humanity's fight for survival against overwhelming odds.

The sands of Arrakis are gone, but the battle for the future rages on. The Honored Matres, a ruthless matriarchal force, have obliterated Dune and now threaten to consume the remnants of the Old Empire. Only the Bene Gesserit, the heirs to Dune's ancient power, stand in their way.

On the green world of Chapterhouse, Mother Superior Darwi Odrade leads the Sisterhood in a desperate gamble. They terraform the planet, scorching it into a desert in a bid to resurrect the sandworms and control the all-important spice, melange. But their ultimate weapon lies dormant within a man who has lived countless lifetimes, a man who once served the God Emperor, Paul Muad'Dib.

As the Bene Gesserit prepare for a new Scattering, Chapterhouse faces a cataclysmic transformation, destined to become the new Dune. In this final chapter of Frank Herbert's magnificent saga, the fate of the galaxy hangs in the balance, poised on the edge of ecological devastation and the enduring power of human will.