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Linda Nagata

    7 novembre 1960

    Cet auteur crée des romans de science-fiction captivants qui explorent les périls et les merveilles de la technologie de pointe. Ses œuvres abordent des futurs lointains et des scénarios angoissants du futur proche, présentant souvent des intrigues et des aventures palpitantes. Les lecteurs peuvent s'attendre à des histoires imaginatives qui suscitent la réflexion sur les possibilités de demain. Il partage également ses réflexions et ses recommandations sur son blog et son site web.

    The Trials
    Limit of Vision
    The Bohr Maker
    Memory
    Vast
    Edges
    • Edges

      • 404pages
      • 15 heures de lecture
      4,2(30)Évaluer

      Set in a distant future where humanity's expansion has dwindled to a solitary outpost, a brave crew embarks on a perilous journey across light years. Their mission is to explore the remnants of ancient worlds and uncover the terrifying life forms that may have emerged from the ruins. This gripping space-faring adventure promises to delve into themes of survival and discovery, crafted by the award-winning author of VAST.

      Edges
    • Vast

      • 359pages
      • 13 heures de lecture
      4,0(305)Évaluer

      A visionary hard SF novel from an acclaimed new author. 'Linda Nagata is at the vanguard of a new and brilliant generation of writers combining hard science with stirring adventure' (David Brin). 'One of the most satisfying SF novels of the decade' (Wil McCarthy).

      Vast
    • Memory

      • 396pages
      • 14 heures de lecture
      3,9(237)Évaluer

      A gripping quest unfolds on an artificial world shrouded in mystery, where rising "silver" floods threaten to engulf everything in their path. Seventeen-year-old Jubilee is driven by the hope of finding her long-lost brother, last seen during a silver flood. When a mysterious stranger inquires about him, it sparks her determination to uncover the truth behind the silver and its connection to their forgotten past. As she delves deeper, Jubilee faces puzzles that could unlock secrets that change everything.

      Memory
    • The Bohr Maker

      • 328pages
      • 12 heures de lecture
      3,8(683)Évaluer

      Nikko, a genetically engineered "post human," faces imminent death as his research permit expires. His only chance for survival lies in the Bohr Maker, a powerful nanotech device he attempts to steal. However, the device escapes and infects Phousita, a young woman from a slum, enhancing her abilities but also making her a target. As they evade the Commonwealth police, who seek to eliminate the Bohr Maker, Nikko and Phousita must navigate a dangerous world that could redefine humanity itself, for better or worse.

      The Bohr Maker
    • A beautiful young scientist lies dead in a top-secret laboratory, a victim of an illegal experiment with the forbidden nanotechnology known as "LoVs" - intelligent organisms that live at the limits of human vision.In Vietnam's Mekong Delta, a daring journalist probes a mysterious cult rumored to have awesome powers. As factions across the globe race to control this strange creation, in orbit high above Earth, an awesome new stage in evolution is about to begin...

      Limit of Vision
    • "Lieutenant James Shelley and his squad of US Army soldiers were on a quest for justice when they carried out the unauthorized mission known as First Light. They returned home to America to face a court-martial, determined to expose the corruption in the chain of command that compelled their actions. But in a country still reeling from the nuclear terrorism of Coma Day, the courtroom is just one battlefield of many." --

      The Trials
    • Deception Well

      • 416pages
      • 15 heures de lecture
      3,8(270)Évaluer

      In a gripping exploration of belief and its consequences, the narrative delves into the concept of faith as a contagious force, igniting conflict and division among communities. As tensions rise, characters grapple with their convictions and the impact of their faith on their lives and relationships. The story examines the interplay between ideology and personal struggle, creating a thought-provoking commentary on the nature of belief in a tumultuous world.

      Deception Well
    • The story follows Ketty, a spirited shepherdess who escapes an unwanted marriage, embarking on a journey through the forest. Her plea for assistance is unexpectedly answered by Smoke, a captivating yet dangerous young murderer with a mysterious nature. As their paths intertwine, Ketty uncovers the truth about Smoke's origins and the complexities of their relationship, blending elements of adventure, fantasy, and romance.

      The Dread Hammer: Stories of the Puzzle Lands--Book 1
    • Exploring themes of vengeance and redemption, the story follows Dismay, a demon cast out by his wife due to his violent tendencies. In exile, he travels to Lutawa, where he becomes a reluctant champion for abused women seeking retribution against their oppressors. As he grants their wishes, Dismay confronts his own nature and the consequences of his actions, setting the stage for a complex interplay of power and morality.

      Hepen the Watcher: Stories of the Puzzle Lands--Book 2
    • The Last Good Man

      • 464pages
      • 17 heures de lecture

      ...a thrilling novel that lays bare the imminent future of warfare.-- Publishers Weekly starred review. Scarred by war, in pursuit of truth: Army veteran True Brighton left the service when the development of robotic helicopters made her training as a pilot obsolete. Now she works at Requisite Operations, a private military company established by friend and former Special Ops soldier Lincoln Han. ReqOp has embraced the new technologies. Robotics, big data, and artificial intelligence are all tools used to augment the skills of veteran warfighters-for-hire. But the tragedy of war is still measured in human casualties, and when True makes a chance discovery during a rescue mission, old wounds are ripped open. She's left questioning what she knows of the past, and resolves to pursue the truth, whatever the cost. The Last Good Man is a powerful, complex, and very human tale.

      The Last Good Man