At the elite Catenan Academy, a young fugitive uncovers layered mysteries and world-changing secrets in this “brilliant and gut-churning masterpiece” (Library Journal, starred review) by the internationally bestselling author of The Licanius Trilogy, James Islington. The Catenan Republic—the Hierarchy—may rule the world now, but they do not know everything. I tell them my name is Vis Telimus.I tell them I was orphaned after a tragic accident three years ago, and that good fortune alone has led to my acceptance into their most prestigious school. I tell them that once I graduate, I will gladly join the rest of civilized society in allowing my strength, my drive, and my focus—what they call Will—to be leeched away and added to the power of those above me, as millions already do. As all must eventually do.I tell them that I belong, and they believe me. But the truth is that I have been sent to the Academy to find answers. To solve a murder.To search for an ancient weapon. To uncover secre
The Timekeepers are a secret organization of kids who keep the course of history on track. And history needs them—a villain called DeLay is causing chaos!The Timekeepers are a secret organization of kids who keep the course of history on track - and history needs them - a villain called DeLay is causing chaos! When the hands on their watches start to spin backwards, the Timekeepers know that DeLay has been up to no good, and it's up to them to put things right...In this instalment, the Timekeepers travel back to 1890s New York City and the laboratory of Nikola Tesla. On the eve before Tesla is set to reveal his latest invention, the X-Ray Machine, the time pirate DeLay, disguised as Tesla's rival Thomas Edison, steals the machine. The Timekeepers begin a pursuit around NYC in search of the machine to ensure history stays on track.With a range of adventures that span all of history, The Timekeepers series is perfect for any adventure lover.
The action-packed saga continues as Sonic and crew zip around in search of fun, but find trouble instead! But don’t worry. No bad guy can keep Sonic from a good time.Sonic can’t catch a break! Every time he tries to relax, some other danger shows up! A relaxing day at the beach? Not if the Babylon Rogues have anything to say about it! Chilling with his best buddy, Tails? Whether it’s a Chaos Emerald trapped in a mysterious cave or the return of the Warp Topaz, something’s going to get in his way! Good thing Sonic has lots of friends to help when he needs it: Amy, Jewel, the Diamond Cutters, and of course, the Restoration’s newest heroes, Surge and Kit!Collects Sonic the Hedgehog issues #67–68, Sonic the Hedgehog’s 900th Adventure, the IDW Endless Summer one-shot, and the Halloween Special one-shot.Series Overview: This is the 17th volume of Sonic the Hedgehog that collects Sonic the Hedgehog issues #67–68, Sonic the Hedgehog’s 900th Adventure, the IDW Endless Summer one-shot, and the H
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