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Zbrusu nový příběh o Sherlocku Holmesovi z pera oceňovaného autora série Newbury & Hobbes. Na dveře bytu Sherlocka Holmese a Dr. Watsona na Baker Street zaklepe mladý muž jménem Peter Maugham. Maughamův strýc nedávno zemřel po nešťastném pádu ze schodů a jeho závěť se vytratila. Maugham se proto obává, že přijde o dědictví a v brzké době se ocitne zcela bez prostředků. Sherlock, jehož případ zaujme, souhlasí, že si ho vezme na starosti. Zatímco se Holmes a Watson noří hluboko do kalné minulosti rodiny Maughamových, dochází v Londýně k sérii vloupání tajuplných železných mužů, kteří násilím vnikají do domovů bohaté smetánky a odnášejí si jejich nejcennější majetek. Dokáže Holmes vyřešit oba případy dříve, než někdo zemře?

Set in a steampunk version of Victorian London, this tale follows the adventures of private investigator Newbury and his partner, the resourceful Miss Hobbes. As they unravel a series of mysteries involving supernatural elements and intricate conspiracies, the duo navigates a world filled with danger and intrigue. The story blends elements of mystery, fantasy, and historical fiction, showcasing the characters' wit and determination as they confront both human and otherworldly foes.

Following the trail of several corpses seemingly killed by wild animals, Holmes and Watson stumble upon the experiments of Doctor Moreau. Determined to prove Darwin's evolutionary theories, through vivisection and crude genetic engineering Moreau is creating animal hybrids. In his laboratory, Moreau is building an army of 'beast men'...

This collection features the entire journey of the Twelfth Doctor, showcasing his thrilling escapades across time and space. Readers will encounter a diverse array of characters, including companions and adversaries, as they navigate complex moral dilemmas and face formidable foes. The stories delve into themes of identity, redemption, and the consequences of choice, offering a rich exploration of the Doctor's character and the universe he inhabits. Fans will appreciate the depth and creativity of these adventures, making it a must-read for enthusiasts.

One year after the tragic events of The Fallen Star, the Jedi fight to break the Nihil's control over the galaxy. The galaxy is divided. Following the shocking destruction of Starlight Beacon, the Nihil have established an impenetrable barrier called the Stormwall around part of the Outer Rim, where Marchion Ro rules and his followers wreak havoc at his every whim. Jedi trapped behind enemy lines, including Avar Kriss, must fight to help the worlds being pillaged by the Nihil while staying one step ahead of the marauders and their Nameless terrors. Outside of the Nihil's so-called Occlusion Zone, Elzar Mann, Bell Zettifar, and the other Jedi work alongside the Republic to reach the worlds that have been cut off from the rest of the galaxy. But every attempt to breach the Stormwall has failed, and even communication across the barrier is impossible. The failures and losses weigh heavily upon both Elzar and Bell as they search desperately for a solution. But even if the Republic and Jedi forces manage to breach the Stormwall, how can the Jedi fight back against the Nameless creatures that prey on the Jedi's connection to the Force? And what other horrors does Marchion Ro have in store? As desperation for both the Jedi and the Republic grows, any hope of reuniting the galaxy could be all but extinguished. . .

A collection of Sherlock Holmes stories from a variety of voices in modern horror and steampunk, including James Lovegrove, Justin Richards, Paul Magrs, Guy Adams, Mark Hodder.

In the aftermath of the events seen in Ghosts of Karnak, and with the political climate somewhat eased, Gabriel takes Ginny to London by airship to recuperate. But he isn't counting on coming face-to-face with a man who claims to embody the spirit of Albion itself, sinister forces gathering in the London Underground and an old ally.

George Mann's Newbury & Hobbes steampunk mystery series concludes in this thrilling final volume as our Victorian special agent heroes discover a grand plot to that threatens the state of the world.

"I've had many faces. Many lives. I don't admit to all of them. There's one life I've tried very hard to forget-the Doctor who fought in the Time War." The Great Time War has raged for centuries, ravaging the universe. The Daleks and the Time Lords deploy ever more dangerous weapons in desperate attempts at victory, but there is no end in sight. On the outer rim of the Tantalus Eye, scores of human colony planets are now overrun by Dalek occupation forces. A weary, angry Doctor leads a flotilla of Battle TARDISes against the Dalek stronghold but in the midst of the carnage, the Doctor's TARDIS crashes to a planet below: Moldox. As the Doctor is trapped in an apocalyptic landscape, Dalek patrols roam amongst the wreckage, rounding up the remaining civilians. But why haven't the Daleks simply killed the humans? Searching for answers, the Doctor meets 'Cinder', a young Dalek hunter. Their struggles to discover the Dalek plan take them from the ruins of Moldox to the halls of Gallifrey and set in chain events that will change everything. And everyone.

After being thought dead for nearly a century, Inquisitor Astor Sabbathiel returns to a world she barely recognizes, facing mistrust and a daunting future only she can prevent. The last thing she remembers is being shot at point-blank range during a warp storm in the Calaphrax Cluster. Awakening on a distant Ecclesiarchy stronghold, she finds herself indebted to a magos named Metik, who has resurrected her. Shortly after, she is summoned by high-ranking Inquisitor Heldren on the planet Hulth, who reveals that her former conclave no longer trusts her. To regain their confidence, Sabbathiel must undertake a mission that unveils a secret agenda threatening the Imperium. As she pieces together her fragmented past to navigate the present's mysteries, she must act swiftly and choose her allies carefully to avert disaster. The narrative explores themes of trust, redemption, and the struggle against a looming threat, all while Sabbathiel grapples with her identity and the challenges of her resurrection. Written by George Mann and narrated by Helen Keeley, this gripping tale unfolds over approximately 10 hours and 15 minutes.