Books with title Flight of the Phoenix

Imagine living a life without regret; a life that, once concluded, your legacy has been forever imprinted upon the wet concrete of life. The Flight of the Phoenix is a look into a compilation of journeys that we will all inevitably embark upon throughout life. How we face, handle, attack, and learn from each journey will ultimately determine whether we spend our time running figurative marathons in quick sand or thriving throughout this life in enjoyment. We have all heard the old adage that our lives are but vapors disappearing in an instance with each tick-tock. This book implores us to contemplate how we live that ticking of the clock called life. How will you be remembered? What impressions will you make on the world? What wonders & beauties will you explore? What lives will you change for the better? What will be your legacy? The Flight of the Phoenix encourages us to delve deep into our past, as true and objective introspection can lead to immense amounts of growth. The book teaches us techniques to thrive within our present, while fervently preparing and looking forward to the future. The Flight of the Phoenix illustrates the importance of each phase of our lives. A compilation of many stories and experiences over several years, The Flight of the Phoenix strikes an even balance between practical implementation of life altering decisions, and the step-by-step facing and overcoming of challenges. Drawing a parallel to the mythical creature, the Phoenix, the book aims to alter our very idea of what can be controlled, focuses on the strength that lies within us, and the very nature of what's possible. Enjoy!

Without warning, a savage alien race began attacking Earth’s colonies. Marlena Mercer, the greatest pilot in the United Earth Defense Force, was there to stop them. She failed. Now, six years have passed and the threat remains, slowly moving closer to Earth. The task of defending mankind falls upon the sons of the legendary hero.Connor often dreams about the alien creatures that killed his mother. Raised by his step-father for six years, Connor is unexpectedly drafted into military service on his tenth birthday to take part in experimental alien enhancements and specialized training at the OMBIcademy.Frustrated by strict rules of the academy, haunted by unrelenting dreams of his mother, and living in the shadow of his older brother’s achievements, Connor clings to the one thing that sets him apart from the other recruits: his indomitable determination.

A cargo plane crash lands in the Central Libyan desert during a violent sandstorm. Twelve men and a monkey survive. They stare without hope into the desert sky: search planes will not seek their unscheduled flight. One man proposes the impossible--to build from the wreckage an aircraft capable of flying them 200 miles to the nearest oasis. But the pilot refuses to cooperate and this struggle becomes the pivot for survival or death. THE FLIGHT OF THE PHOENIX launched Elleston Trevor's remarkable career. Trevor writes not only under his own name but also as Adam Hall, creator of the award-winning Quiller stories.

Without warning, a savage alien race began attacking Earth’s colonies. Marlena Mercer, the greatest pilot in the United Earth Defense Force, was there to stop them. She failed. Now, six years have passed and the threat remains, slowly moving closer to Earth. The task of defending mankind falls upon the sons of the legendary hero. Connor often dreams about the alien creatures that killed his mother. Raised by his step-father for six years, Connor is unexpectedly drafted into military service on his tenth birthday to take part in experimental alien enhancements and specialized training at the OMBIcademy. Frustrated by strict rules of the academy, haunted by unrelenting dreams of his mother, and living in the shadow of his older brother’s achievements, Connor clings to the one thing that sets him apart from the other recruits: his indomitable determination.

An airborne invasion. A friend turned traitor. An empire in danger. Welcome to the second book in the thrilling steampunk series, Iron Sky! Step into an alternative nineteenth-century England filled with giant airships, steam-powered automatons, aerial carriages, floating cities . . . and a new kind of secret agent. As Napoleon’s forces mount a full-scale invasion of the country, Lady Arabella West and her mechanical sidekick Miles must face two deadly enemies: the Equestrians—a terrifying army of iron centaurs—and, worse yet, one of Arabella’s own Sky Sisters, who has turned traitor. Can she and Miles save the British Empire from the forces that would destroy it?

Developed on two narrative levels, year 4891 of the thermo-nuclear era and 1825 after Christ, this story presents a dystopian society reminiscent of the 1984 novel by George Orwell and Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. The protagonist, belonging to the Totis race (bionic men), rebels against the despotic system that prevails on the planet Asylum, in contravention of the first basic rule: wanting to know what really happened in the past and how the ancient societies of planet Earth lived.Parallel to Kharty's story there's also the story of Ivy Bathory, a nineteenth-century heroine who will fight against an adverse and cruel fate. Another story by Xenia Kenakis with a fast and engaging rhythm with hints of Film Brazil and Kiss of the Spider Woman. The author clearly explains how dangerous it is, in certain situations, to be different from the masses, to reason with one's own head and not to want to submit to a form of dictatorship that is silent, sneaky, dangerous and incredibly topical.Xenia Kenakis is the stage name of Paola Musticchio (Arezzo, Italy, 1966). She wrote especially in her youth, but loves to be known now, during her mature age. She particularly likes some literary genres: drama, fantasy, science fiction, thriller, romance, and has no problem mixing them together to create new tasty blends. She wrote poems when she was a girl and then she wrote short and long stories (1980/1990), and a novel (2005). She has participated in literary competitions and received good awards. She is a music teacher (thanks to her Piano diploma and her degree in Musicology), and is active on social networks. She publishes her works exclusively on Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing.

When Finn inherits the kingdom of Dyre, he is startled to learn the castle is a haven for runaway and self-rescued princesses. At the coronation, it is evident that the tunic-and-trouser clad Princess Lucia resents anyone who would attempt to take up the scepter of the previous king--despite the prediction of the kingdom's clairvoyant cat, Jasper, who insists the fates of the two are joined. Adventure, comedy, mystery, romance--The Song of the Phoenix is enchanting entertainment for all!

The Gods have abandoned Ai Ling. Her mysterious power haunts her day and night, and she leaves home—with just the moon as her guide—overwhelmed by her memories and visions and an unbearable sense of dread. For Ai Ling knows that Chen Yong is vulnerable to corrupt enchantments from the under-world. How can she do nothing when she has the skill and power to fight at his side? A dream has told her where he is, the name of the ship he is traveling on, his destination. So she steals off and stows away on board. The ocean voyage brings with it brutal danger, haunting revelations, and new friendships, but also the premonition of a very real and terrifying threat. Zhong Ye—the powerful sorcerer whom Ai Ling believed she had vanquished in the Palace of Fragrant Dreams—is trapped in Hell, neither alive nor dead. Can he reach from beyond the grave to reunite with Silver Phoenix and destroy Chen Yong? And destroy whatever chance Ai Ling has at happiness, at love? In this sequel to the acclaimed novel Silver Phoenix, four lives are woven together and four destinies become one, now and forever.