In the late 1800s, trains bring with them a sense of mystery and comfort. For Corinne, they also bring Silas. When Corinne meets Silas the first time, she surprises him. When they meet again, she surprises herself. Finally learning the truth might bring the greatest surprise of them all. With "Trains, " Kristine Kathryn Rusch introduces one of her most enigmatic characters."Rusch is a great storyteller."-RT Book Reviews

Trains

Thrilling, powerful, and intricately written, New York Times bestselling author Kristine Kathryn Rusch's The Rival furthers the pulse-pounding saga of the quest for power fought over generations. Twenty years after they first tried to conquer Blue Isle, the Fey return to seize the strategic island, led now by the all-powerful Black King Rugad. But the epic battle between patriarchs over control of their joint heir threatens to annihilate both bloodlines. In a thrilling battle for the rule of two nations, Kristine Kathryn Rusch's brilliant storytelling pits family against family in a gripping saga borne of love and power. From its sweeping opening to a shocking attack, this no-holds-barred saga furthers Rusch's mastery as the greatest storyteller of our time."A very good, very large fantasy...nicely done and with a particularly satisfying and unexpected resolution."-Science Fiction Chronicle on The Sacrifice"Rusch's greatest strength.is her ability to close down a story and leave the reader feeling that the author could not possibly have wrung any more satisfaction out of the piece."-The Kansas City Star"Kristine Kathryn Rusch integrates the fantastic elements so rigorously into her story that it is often hard to remember she is not merely recording the here and now."-Science Fiction Weekly"Whether [Rusch] writes high fantasy, horror, sf, or contemporary fantasy, I've always been fascinated by her ability to tell a story with that enviable gift of invisible prose.  She's one of those very few writers whose style takes me right into the story-the words and pages disappear as the characters and their story swallows me whole.. Rusch has style."-Charles de Lint

The Rival: Book Three of The Fey - The Fey, #3

When an African-American woman arrives whipped and tortured at the Club on Lake Superior, she interrupts a meeting of powerbrokers setting up the 1924 senate election. Russell hoped to use the meeting to garner support for his candidate, Joe Stanislawski. But the interruption disrupts Russell's plans. When Joe rushes to the woods where the woman says the men who beat her are still beating her husband, Russell follows. But what Joe does next surprises everyone involved. And Russell discovers that in politics, the smallest event can change everything."A dark, yet fascinating tale."-RT Book Reviews on The Enemy Within

Fighting Bob

When the Ambassador to the Dylft System-a veteran of the Dylft Wars-receives orders to lead a diplomatic mission to Craznaust, she wonders at the wisdom of accepting the assignment. Still, when she arrives at the controversial Museum of Modern Warfare, she believes herself prepared to face the past and address whatever diplomatic issue she might find there. But nothing could prepare her for what she finds deep within the museum. Something long buried. Something that could change everything she thought she knew about the war. Winner of the 2015 Analog Anlab Award for Best Short Story."As I always seem to say, another great story from Kristine Kathryn Rusch."-SFRevu"I am in awe of an author who is able to distill an entire story down to a single thought.

The Museum of Modern Warfare

Cats possess the ability to snub you faster than anything alive. They turn on the charm when it suits them, but then freeze your soul into an apologetic lump of ice with a single look. The cats in these stories go to sea, work in the mines, foil burglars, engage in political infighting, solve crimes, and engage in dirty tricks to make their owners comply with their wishes. Not much escapes the scope of their powers. With classic tales from Rudyard Kipling and Mark Twain, as well as new stories from some of today's most original storytellers, this collection simply dares you to pick it up. Includes:"The Cat Who Walked by Himself" by Rudyard Kipling"Midshipman, the Cat" by John Coleman Adams"Dick Baker's Cat" by Mark Twain"Cat Burglary" by Jodi Lynn Nye"An Incursion of Mice" by Kristine Kathryn Rusch"Cat in the Air" by Dean Wesley Smith"The Language of Cats" by Stefon Mears"Erwin or Ralph" by Ray Vukcevich

The Year of the Cat: A Cat of Disdainful Looks - The Year of the Cat, #3

Years before the Anniversary Day crisis, Armstrong Police Detective Noelle DeRicci investigates a body dumped in a compost bin. But what seems like a regular murder case suddenly puts everyone she knows at risk. And it poses a very political question: How far should she push for the rights of clones?Winner of the 2015 Asimov's Readers' Choice Award for Best Novella."Inhuman Garbage, " first published in Asimov's, appears in a different form in Book Seven of the Anniversary Day Saga, Starbase Human."We get some surprising revelations in a story rich with intrigue mixed with science fiction and police procedural. Rusch is so good at this sort of thing. This will be on my Hugo Short List for Novella next year."- Sam Tomaino, SF Revu".Well done with a good twist and a surprising conclusion."-Eric "The Mailman's" Book Blog"The story manages to weave an interesting mystery, and while it leaves a few characters sure that they've lost, it pulls off a fairly fitting ending."-Tangent"Set in the not too distant future, the latest entry in Rusch's popular sf thriller series combines fast-paced action, beautifully conflicted protagonists, and a distinctly 'sf noir' feel to tell  a complex and far-reaching mystery."-Library Journal on Anniversary Day"Anniversary Day is an edge-of-the-seat thriller that will keep you turning pages late into the night and it's also really good science fiction. What's not to like?"-Analog on Anniversary Day ". the Anniversary Day Saga could become a milestone in the field."-Amazing Stories

Inhuman Garbage - Retrieval Artist

As a young recruit, brilliant engineer Nadim Crowe accidentally destroys an entire Scrapheap full of ships. Now, decades later, he ends up on the crew of the Renegat, the only ship in the Fleet ever sent on a mission backwards to investigate an ancient Scrapheap. Something invaded that Scrapheap and the Fleet wants to know what. Or who. The Renegat: The only ship the Fleet dares risk. The Renegat: A ship of misfits and screw-ups sent on an impossible mission. All alone in deep space. A thrilling new addition to the Diving Universe. Praise for the Diving Series:Rusch's handling of the mystery and adventure is stellar, and the whole tale proves quite entertaining.-Booklist Online on Diving into the WreckThis is classic sci-fi, a well-told tale of dangerous exploration. The first-person narration makes the reader an eyewitness to the vast, silent realms of deep space, where even the smallest error will bring disaster. Compellingly human and technically absorbing, the suspense builds to fevered intensity, culminating in an explosive yet plausible conclusion.-RT Book Reviews Top Pick on Diving into the WreckRusch delivers a page-turning space adventure while contemplating the ethics of scientists and governments working together on future tech.-Publishers Weekly on Diving into the WreckRusch keeps the science accessible, the cultures intriguing, and the characters engaging.  For anyone needing to add to their science fiction library, keep an eye out for this.-Josh Vogt, Speculative Fiction Examiner.com on City of RuinsFilled with well-defined characters who confront a variety of ethical and moral dilemmas, Rusch's third Diving Universe novel is classic space opera, with richly detailed worldbuilding and lots of drama.-RT Book Reviews on Boneyards

The Renegat: A Diving Universe Novel - The Diving Series, #11

Secret Master of Fandom and private detective Spade thought he would find himself alone on Christmas Eve-until a strange call from Paladin changes his plans. Just when he thinks the evening can't get any stranger, a huge blast sends his world into chaos, along with that of Paladin and Casper. But what the trio learn next might prove even more explosive."Great characters."-Little Big Crimes"This series is a fun glimpse into the world of science fiction fandom."-Gumshoes, Gats, and Gams"I hope to read many more stories about Spade and Paladin."-Bill Crider, Mystery Scene

The Really Big Ka-Boom - Spade/Paladin, #7

A deadly conspiracy.The Anniversary Day bombings on the Moon sent shockwaves throughout the Earth Alliance. No one knows who created the clones responsible and turned them into ruthless killers. No one knows where or when they'll strike next. The bombings compel Earth Alliance Frontier Marshal Judita Gomez to launch an unauthorized investigation into a case from her past involving the murder of clones. An investigation that might cost Judita not only her career but the lives of her crew. This third book of the Anniversary Day Saga sheds further light on the Anniversary Day events, and introduces several new key characters.

Trains

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