Books with title Chimera

The fate of Earth's first colony rests on the shoulders of a pair of misfits: Theo Puck, a rogue hacker with a gift for speaking to machines, and Selena Samuelson, a brash but talented pilot with a dark secret in her past.Earth went silent over a decade ago. No contact, no resupply. If something doesn't change, the colony will go extinct. The only way to restore communication with Earth is the ancient colony ship Chimera. Two centuries of disrepair have taken their toll on her--the shipboard AI that allows travel between distant stars is lost in unending sleep. She must be woken and the ship rebuilt for a desperate return journey to Earth.The mandate to repair and crew the Chimera seems like a game to Theo--one he isn't invited to play. Angry at having been overlooked, Theo hacks his name onto the list of those selected to crew the Chimera, a decision he soon regrets. A brutal murder changes everything: Theo must make it to the Chimera or his family will suffer terribly consequences.Piloting an ore trawler is the only life Selena has ever known until an industrial accident strands her aboard the Hydra, the orbital station responsible for rebuilding the Chimera. A chance encounter with her AI suggests Selena might have a far larger role to play in saving the colony than she--or anyone else--ever imagined.Theo and Selena's futures become intertwined as they carve out places for themselves in the crew that will navigate the Chimera back to Earth. However, behind the scenes, a brilliant sociopath has set events in motion that could not only destroy their lives, but doom their colony as well.PRAISE FOR CHIMERA:2015 Reader's Favorite Silver Medal Winner for Young Adult Science Fiction."This book grabbed me by the spine and yanked me through its pages in just a few fast days!"--Michael Pugh, Goodreads Review""The plot was engaging, the characters were interesting, and the book a refreshing read. I didn't want to put it down. Now I am looking forward to reading the next book!"--Jessie Davenport, Goodreads Review"Verified" Amazon Reviews:"Reminiscent of Orson Scott Card's early work, especially Treason and Ender's Game, the storytelling has been well crafted - inviting the reader into a new world that is fresh and deep yet utterly recognizable.""It's so tough to put down, and while categorized as YA, adult science fiction readers are missing out if they don't give it a read. Looking forward to the next installment!""Loved it! Great read, ready for the next book.""... a strong sense of both plotting and character development.""To put it short and sweet: loved it, loved it, loved it!! The characters were engaging, the story itself imaginable. I can't wait for more!""Chimera was an exciting, riveting, well written science fiction story that I could barely tear myself away from.""Can't wait for more. I am amazed beyond words."AUTHOR'S NOTE:I attempted to write a science fiction novel that would appeal to a wide variety of readers in the vein of Ender's Game or Heinlein's juveniles such as Starship Troopers.Though Chimera features young protagonists, most adult readers report enjoying the book.

If you witnessed your parents killed at age five for reasons unknown only to endure eight years of isolation in captivity, what would you do with your life when you were suddenly rescued by family you never knew you had? What if you yourself were even more than you seemed? The universe can be both a terrible and wonderful place to live if you have the courage to explore it. Enter an alternate reality of civil war, secrets, murders and betrayals that transcends space and time with CHIMERA, Book One of the Weaver Series.

Alone and without Isla Lovecraft, who has new friends and - far worse - a new boyfriend, Robbie Ash finds himself unintentionally mixed up in a double murder and an encounter with the world’s foremost assassin. However, there are other deadlines to meet: the Museum of Phantasmagoria is soon to open and Robbie is shocked at the lengths to which his stepfather will go for new material upon which to work.Accompanying the Mona Lisas on an astonishing arms deal, Robbie learns more about their true intentions, and just how global and dangerous these might prove to be.Soon he is being pursued by some of the most lethal people on the planet. ‘The cascades of consequences’ from his actions, and the influence of fathers on both he and Isla, and the exposure of traumatic new secrets will haunt Robbie for a lifetime… if he has much of a lifetime left to live!

Briony has a secret. She believes her secret killed her stepmother, destroyed her twin sister’s mind, and threatens all the children in the Swampsea. She yearns to be rid of her terrible secret, but risks being hanged if she tells a soul. That’s what happens to witches: They’re hanged by the neck until dead. Then Eldric arrives - Eldric with his golden mane and lion eyes and electric energy - and he refuses to believe anything dark about Briony. But he wonders what’s been buried beneath her self-hatred, hidden in Rose’s mangled thoughts, and whispered about by the Old Ones. And Briony wonders how Eldric can make her want to cry. Especially when everyone knows witches can't cry. A wild, haunting mystery and romance that is as beautifully written as it is captivating.

Beckett's twelfth birthday party doesn’t quite go as expected when he and his three friends are cursed into a dream realm on the brink of war between a dethroned wizard and a wicked sorceress. Join Beckett, Charity, Mott, and Bristol in this captivating tale as they encounter magical beasts, fight legendary battles, and experience epic adventures that change their lives forever. Welcome to the Realm of Chimera, where dreams collide with reality!

CHIMERA (Universe Eventual Book I) Without any communication or resupply from Earth for the last fifteen years, the the Stephen's Point colony has only one chance to survive: restore the ancient starship Chimera and train a young crew to pilot her. The fate of the entire colony rests on the shoulders of a pair of misfits: Theo Puck, a sixteen-year-old hacker with a gift for speaking to machines, and fifteen-year-old Selena Samuelson, a brash but talented pilot with a dark secret in her past. To Theo, the Mandate to crew the Chimera seems like a game—one he isn’t invited to play. A brutal murder changes everything. Left with no choice, Theo has to complete the Selection training and make it aboard the Chimera or face terrible consequences. Selena wants to do what she does best—fly. Piloting her father’s ore trawler is the only life she’s known before a horrifying accident strands her aboard the Hydra, the station responsible for rebuilding the Chimera. Forced into the Mandate testing against her will, Selena encounters an unexpected ally, forever changing the way she sees the Chimera and herself. Forced to make brutal choices in order to survive, Theo and Selena’s fates intertwine. But behind the scenes, someone else sets into motion events that could destroy everything they’re fighting to protect AUTHOR'S NOTE: I attempted to write a novel that would appeal to a wide variety of readers in the vein of Ender’s Game or Heinlein’s juveniles.Though Chimera features teenage protagonists, most adult readers enjoy the book. PRAISE FOR CHIMERA: "This book grabbed me by the spine and yanked me through its pages in just a few fast days. Packed with action. Wall to wall conflict. Real human emotion and intrigue. And I don’t even read science fiction!" —Michael Pugh (Goodreads Review) "I'm usually not a big fan of young adult novels or sci-fi/dystopian books either, but I really liked this book! The writing style seemed more advanced than other books of this genre, which I appreciated. The plot was engaging, the characters were interesting, and the book was a refreshing read. I actually didn't want to put it down. Now I am looking forward to reading the other two books!" —Jessie Davenport (Goodreads Review) "Chimera was an exciting, riveting, well written science fiction story that I could barely tear myself away from. I had a hard time putting the book down even when I knew I should be doing something else." —Goodreads Review

Beckett's twelfth birthday party doesn't quite go as expected when he and his three friends are cursed into a dream realm on the brink of war between a dethroned wizard and a wicked sorceress. Join Beckett, Charity, Mott, and Bristol in this captivating tale as they encounter magical beasts, fight legendary battles, and experience epic adventures that change their lives forever. Welcome to the Realm of Chimera, where dreams collide with reality!

"My heart was consumed by the darkness forced upon me…"Eighteen years ago, a darkness began to sweep through Capria. War has broken out between the rebels, the Empire and the King’s forces. Death and carnage have crippled day to day life, but all is not lost. Eighteen-year-old Ryne dreamed of a life of adventure like his older brother for many years, but never thought it would become a reality—until his fate intervened. Left for dead—reborn in darkness. Ryne is now caught in the middle of a dangerous Chess game between magical Elves, fierce Rebels, and a dark master controlling it all. Blessed by the elves and left with strange marking all over his body, Ryne must learn to embrace and control his mysterious and powerful new gifts, Now the darkness within him could save—or destroy them all, but first he must become what is meant to be a Chimera"Now I will wield that darkness as a weapon and unleash it upon all."

If you witnessed your parents killed at age five for reasons unknown only to endure eight years of isolation in captivity, what would you do with your life when you were suddenly rescued by family you never knew you had? What if you yourself were even more than you seemed? The universe can be both a terrible and wonderful place to live if you have the courage to explore it. Enter an alternate reality of civil war, secrets, murders and betrayals that transcends space and time with CHIMERA, Book One of the Weaver Series.

"Part mystery, part fantasy, this beautifully-written page turner explores guilt, mercy, and love."—New York Times bestselling author Holly BlackBriony has a secret. It is a secret that killed her stepmother, ruined her sister's mind, and will end her life, if anyone were to know. She has powers. Then Eldric comes along with his golden lion eyes and a great mane of tawny hair. He is as natural as the sun, and he treats her as if she is extraordinary. And everything starts to change . . .A National Book Award Finalist ★ “Exquisite to the final word.”—Booklist, starred review★ “Both lushly sensual and shivery.”—School Library Journal, starred review

"Part mystery, part fantasy, this beautifully-written page turner explores guilt, mercy, and love."—New York Times bestselling author Holly BlackBriony has a secret. It is a secret that killed her stepmother, ruined her sister's mind, and will end her life, if anyone were to know. She has powers. Then Eldric comes along with his golden lion eyes and a great mane of tawny hair. He is as natural as the sun, and he treats her as if she is extraordinary. And everything starts to change . . .A National Book Award Finalist ★ “Exquisite to the final word.”—Booklist, starred review★ “Both lushly sensual and shivery.”—School Library Journal, starred review