Mike Chen Livres

The Clone Wars have begun, and the galaxy is divided. As worlds join the Separatists, the peace upheld by the Jedi Order is at risk. Following a devastating explosion on Cato Neimoidia, the Republic is blamed, jeopardizing the planet's fragile neutrality. The Jedi send Obi-Wan Kenobi, a skilled diplomat, to investigate and restore balance. With the help of a brave Neimoidian guard, Obi-Wan uncovers a conspiracy led by the Separatists, sensing the influence of Asajj Ventress lurking in the shadows. Meanwhile, Anakin Skywalker has ascended to the rank of Jedi Knight. Ignoring Obi-Wan's directive to travel alone, Anakin's impulsive nature leads him to join the investigation, accompanied by a conflicted youngling. Once Obi-Wan's Padawan, Anakin now stands on uncertain ground with his former master, creating tension that heightens the stakes for everyone involved. The two knights must quickly adapt to their new dynamic, learning to collaborate as equals rather than master and apprentice. To save Cato Neimoidia and its inhabitants from impending war, they must unite as brothers, overcoming their differences and the looming threat of conflict.

The author, known for their bestselling work in the Star Wars universe, brings a new narrative that promises to captivate fans and newcomers alike. With a blend of rich character development and intricate world-building, the story explores themes of loyalty, adventure, and the moral complexities of the galaxy. Expect engaging plot twists and a deep dive into the lives of characters who navigate the challenges of their universe, all while maintaining the essence of what makes the Star Wars saga beloved.

An extraordinary and emotional adventure about unlikely friends and the power of choosing who you want to be. Jamie woke up in an empty apartment with no memory and only a few clues to his identity, but with the ability to read and erase other people''s memories--a power he uses to hold up banks to buy coffee, cat food and books. Zoe is also searching for her past, and using her abilities of speed and strength...to deliver fast food. And she''ll occasionally put on a cool suit and beat up bad guys, if she feels like it. When the archrivals meet in a memory-loss support group, theyborder-bottom: windowtext 1pt; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-top: 0in; padding-left: 0in; border-left: windowtext 1pt; padding-right: 0in; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in"> realize the only way to reveal their hidden pasts might be through each other. As they uncover an ongoing threat, suddenly much more is at stake than their fragile friendship. With countless people at risk, Zoe and Jamie will have to recognize that sometimes being a hero starts with trusting someone else--and yourself. "Heartfelt and humorous...a delightful novel of the steps and missteps of power, friendship, and trust." --Library Journal

Being a vampire is far from glamorous...but it can be pretty punk rock.Everything you've heard about vampires is a lie. They can't fly. No murders allowed (the community hates that). And turning into a bat? Completely ridiculous. In fact, vampire life is really just a lot of blood bags and night jobs. For Louise Chao, it's also lonely, since she swore off family ages ago.At least she's gone to decades of punk rock shows. And if she can join a band of her own (while keeping her...situation under wraps), maybe she'll finally feel like she belongs, too.Then a long-lost teenage relative shows up at her door. Whether it's Ian's love of music or his bad attitude, for the first time in ages, Louise feels a connection.But as Ian uncovers Louise's true identity, things get dangerous--especially when he asks her for the ultimate favor. One that goes beyond just family...one that might just change everything vampires know about life and death forever.

In this thrilling installment, Marc Spector faces off against Venom in a high-stakes clash that explores the depths of their psyches. Set within a reimagined multiverse, the story delves into iconic Marvel origin tales, offering fresh perspectives on beloved characters. The intense conflict between Spector and Venom not only tests their physical prowess but also challenges their moral compasses, making for a captivating narrative that intertwines action with psychological depth.

The story features a clash between Marc Spector and Venom, highlighting a gripping struggle of wills. This installment is part of a multiversal series that creatively reinterprets classic Marvel origin tales, promising an exciting and fresh take on beloved characters.

A rare purebred corgi named Latinum arrives on Deep Space 9, procured by Quark for profit. However, the corgi brings with it a shocking revelation: a Borg component found during a mission to explore Cardassian technology. This unexpected discovery deeply unsettles Captain Benjamin Sisko, intertwining the themes of profit and the unforeseen consequences of technology in the Star Trek universe.

The only thing harder than finding someone in a time loop is losing them. Grieving her best friend's recent death, neuroscientist Mariana Pineda's ready to give up everything to start anew. Even her career--after one last week consulting at a top secret particle accelerator. Except the strangest thing happens: a man stops her...and claims they've met before. Carter Cho knows who she is, why she's mourning, why she's there. And he needs Mariana to remember everything he's saying. Because time is about to loop. In a flash of energy, it's Monday morning. Again. Together, Mariana and Carter enter an inevitable life, four days at a time, over and over, without permanence except for what they share. With everything resetting--even bank accounts--joy comes in the little moments: a delicious (and expensive) meal, a tennis match, giving a dog his favorite treat. In some ways, those are all that matter. But just as they figure out this new life, everything changes. Because Carter's memories of the time loop are slowly disappearing. And their only chance at happiness is breaking out of the loop--forever.

Obi-Wan Kenobi i Anakin Skywalker starają się powstrzymać rozprzestrzeniającą się wojnę, jednocześnie budując nową więź. Wojny klonów wybuchają, a linie frontu formują się w całej galaktyce, co sprawia, że pokój staje się coraz bardziej nieosiągalny. Na planecie Cato Neimoidia dochodzi do katastrofalnego wybuchu, a Republika zostaje oskarżona o zamach. Krucha neutralność tego świata zostaje zagrożona. Jedi wysyłają Obi-Wana, jednego z najbardziej utalentowanych dyplomatów, aby zbadał miejsce katastrofy. Wspiera go neimoidiańska gwardzistka, ale separatyści, w tym Asajj Ventress, próbują utrudnić mu misję, chcąc przeciągnąć planetę na swoją stronę. W tym czasie Anakin Skywalker zostaje pasowany na rycerza Jedi, co komplikuje relację z Obi-Wanem. Mimo że Obi-Wan woli działać sam, Anakin, zdeterminowany, dołącza do swojego mistrza, w towarzystwie niepewnej adeptki Jedi. Wciąż odczuwają echa dawnych konfliktów, co stwarza zagrożenie dla innych. Muszą szybko nauczyć się współpracy, aby pokonać przeciwników, stając się kimś więcej niż tylko mistrzem i uczniem – muszą działać jak bracia.