Bøger af Lance Erlick

Distress signal says Earth is lost. Maiden's Ark's crew fight over whether to return for survivors or continue mission. The all-female Maiden's Ark left Earth five years ago. A distress signal says Earth is lost, stranding lunar and asteroid colonists. Then someone sabotages the Ark's vital fertility lab.While trying to solve the conspiracy, Security Chief Nina Rekovic must tread carefully between Returners she sympathizes with, the dictatorial captain who strips her of her duties, and an estranged lover who betrays her to the captain. All within the confines of a long-range spacecraft.Fans of Michael Anderle are sure to enjoy this science fiction thriller and suspense novelette.What Amazon readers are saying: ★★★★★ "I also liked that the story presented some interesting questions, such as should a cop use her relationships with people against them?"Come unravel the suspense and mystery with Security Chief Nina Rekovic.

What happens when government-or someone else-is watching everything? Harold is a second-class citizen and a cog in a government surveillance system charged with reviewing 'criminal activity'. This is a world with a caste system, where everyone has their place and Harold's job is to flag anyone who might threaten the peace.But he is tempted. Oh, so tempted, by a woman he constantly sees and imagines needs his help. And he's only too willing to offer to break her free of her misery. It is a match made not in heaven or hell but in the minds of those who created his world, who placed him as a watcher, able to see the most intimate details of her unhappiness. But fraternizing with members of a different caste is forbidden. He knows this yet can't help himself. She needs him, he concludes.This short story is a chilling tale of government surveillance. Or is this corporate surveillance. Hard to separate these days. At the intersection of global tracking, pervasive networks, and mass storage, we have the ability and some say the obligation to know everything about everyone. Can privacy survive? Can the individual endure?What Amazon readers are saying: ★★★★★ "It was like reading "1984" while watching "Castaway" alone in a motel room far from home. And all of it seemed believable"Explore the undercurrent of a society constantly under surveillance.

Annabelle and Geo meet as enemies. She has him in her sights and doesn't shoot, which baffles them both. After the Second American Civil War, Annabelle was drafted into the dreaded Mechanized Warriors to protect the Federal Union. An enemy warlord kidnaps Annabelle and her sister, while her community abandons her to a cruel fate. Geo is a rugged Outland frontiersman whose father the warlord kills.Annabelle escapes, but hunted and unable to locate her sister, she seeks out Geo's help. With the warlord closing in, can Geo and Annabelle overcome mutual distrust and work together to rescue her sister and gain justice for his father's murder?Perfect for fans of the Hunger Games, Divergent, and Maze Runner. Rebels Divided is the third book in this science fiction action/adventure series.What reviewers are saying: "An action-packed love story with even more twists and turns than its prequel ... Followers of the series will be more than happy to find Annabelle Scott just as feisty and zealous as she was when last they saw her." - Kirkus Reviews"Annabelle. She fits right up there with Katniss and Tris, but Erlick takes her a bit further than Collins took Katniss and Roth took Tris." - Terri LeBlanc "Very engaging, terrific world building, awesome theme" - Rodney Carlson"This is an exceptionally well-written book" - Cynthia LedbetterWhat Amazon readers are saying: ★★★★★ "Exciting and engaging"★★★★★ "shows the strength and willpower of young individuals, which is something I find quite lacking in today's time."★★★★★ "LOVE this book... It's so intense, with adrenaline-pumping actions at every turn of the pages. We also have the kind of romance that is found in the most unlikely places, with the most unlikely people. The characters are unique and very believable."Read entire series: Book 1: The Rebel Within - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B00C0WEZ48Book 2: The Rebel Trap - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B00N8AIEM0Book 3: Rebels Divided - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B00DC80QGU

After Second American Civil War, Annabelle struggles to follow her conscience under a rigid regime. The war took her biological parents and ended in a shaky stalemate. Her adoptive mother is in the political opposition. The loss of her parents and her adoptive mother's opposition leads Annabelle to be rebellious in a society that enforces conformity.While she tries to suppress defiant thoughts, avoid the draft, and protect her younger sister, the Federal Union has other plans for her. The government hunts men and boys as outcasts and insists she join the enforcers. She has no beef with the runaways and despises the government for taking her parents. This places her in the untenable position where following her beliefs endangers everyone she loves and cares about.Fans of Hunger Games, Divergent, and Maze Runner are sure to enjoy this science fiction action/adventure series about a strong young woman facing extraordinary hurdles with tenacity.What reviewers are saying: "Readers will easily engage with this well-written tale. Annabelle is believably stubborn, yet also vulnerable and likable ... plenty of action and suspense ... A stimulating, worthwhile story of a dystopian future." - Kirkus Reviews"If you like action, suspense, and vivid characters, look no further." - Serena Wadhwa (Windy City Reviews)"Like Hunger Games, it's science fiction set in a bleak future, but the story transcends genre. You don't have to be a fan of science fiction to love it. Great read!" - Mike LynchWhat Amazon readers are saying: ★★★★★ "Original and exciting."★★★★★ "Part dystopian, part romance, part thriller, part scifi and part YA. I absolutely loved this series."★★★★★ "I truly loved the main character. She is strong, intelligent. She has a heart. She knows that her society isn't the utopia it is portrayed to be. She has an unquenched thirst for justice and determination to match."Read entire series: Book 1: The Rebel Within - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B00C0WEZ48Book 2: The Rebel Trap - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B00N8AIEM0Book 3: Rebels Divided - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B00DC80QGU

Forced to become a dreaded enforcer, Annabelle must wear contact cameras and audio implants. After the Second American Civil War, helping a boy escape may not be her smartest move, but it fits her beliefs. Now her military commander sees and hears everything she does. To make matters worse, her boss assigns her an undercover mission to spy on corrupt police who don't like her or her mother, who is in the political opposition. Unable to get either her commander or the escaped boy out of her head, Annabelle can't confide in anyone, which strains her relationship with her beloved sister. As a pawn in a bigger game, Annabelle doesn't know who or what to trust, including whether her mission is a vendetta. Toying with treason in helping the escaped boy risks both their lives, pushing her crisis of conscience to its limits.Fans of Hunger Games, Divergent, and Maze Runner are sure to enjoy this science fiction action/adventure series about a strong young woman facing extraordinary hurdles with tenacity.What reviewers are saying: "This book is a great stand-alone ... plenty of plot twists to keep your attention." - Bri Masters"Annabelle. She fits right up there with Katniss and Tris" - Terri LeBlanc"Fairly self-contained sequel to The Rebel Within ... faster paced and goes deeper into character development ... solid action scenes and interesting characters" - Marina FontaineWhat Amazon readers are saying: ★★★★★ "Hunger Games meets AeonFlux"★★★★★ "if you like military science fiction, young adult science fiction, strong girl characters, or a complex plot and secrecy, this is definitely the book for you."★★★★★ "I would highly recommend this book to lovers of young-adult fantasies and dystopian stories."Read entire series: Book 1: The Rebel Within - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B00C0WEZ48Book 2: The Rebel Trap - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B00N8AIEM0Book 3: Rebels Divided - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B00DC80QGU

Regina Shen swept into power struggle over who becomes the new World Premier. A world after climate change caused a collapse and books are banned. Poked, prodded, and chased across a continental desert for her unique genome, tenacious outcast Regina begins to believe she has a destiny beyond surviving and protecting her sister. Now she faces her biggest challenges yet.While the North American governor vies to become World Premier, rival powers fight to capture Regina for political gain. Traps are everywhere. Posing as an ally, Chief Inspector Demarco offers to help Regina and her sister if Regina casts her lot with Demarco. Regina embarks on a journey to use her unique skills to hunt for evidence that threatens the Federation. Fans of Hunger Games, Divergent, and Maze Runner are sure to enjoy this science fiction adventure series about a strong young woman facing extraordinary hurdles with tenacity.What reviewers are saying: "Powerful, compelling saga ... opened with a hard hit and just keeps punching ... spunky young woman who refuses to give up or give in." - D Donovan, Midwest Book Review"Regina has turned into the hero I have always dreamed of." - Emily Walsh"This book has so many twists and turns that it will keep the reader at the edge of their chairs." - Catherine Carrington"If you like well-written dystopian novels don't miss this series." - Laura FabianiWhat Amazon readers are saying: ★★★★★ "I was on the edge of my seat while I read this."★★★★★ "I really enjoyed this final installment of the Regina Shen series... She is a strong, brave and resilient young woman."Read entire series: Book 1: Resilience - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B00VDIZ72OBook 2: Vigilance - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B00WDAQDJWBook 3: Defiance - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B01187267SBook 4: Endurance - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B01FWERE7K

Bullied as the smallest of thirteen boys in his class, Bradley struggles with surviving on a deserted island. Stuck on a plane with classmates who constantly terrorize him, Bradley is not looking forward to the weekend adventure. During a storm, the plane crashes on a remote island, stranding him with a bully who is out of control and his followers.As he runs and tries to hide, Bradley meets a mysterious tomboy who can't possibly be there, challenging his grip on reality. He struggles to survive on the hostile island, deal with her, and come to terms with the bully.Fans who read about bullying should be intrigued by She-Devil Rocks.This novelette was inspired by Lord of the Flies.What Amazon readers are saying: ★★★★★ "excellent, quick, engaging tale of survival in the spirit of Lord Of The Flies"Join Bradley on the adventure of a lifetime or a horror show. Certainly not one he will forget as long as he lives...

Federation agents kidnap Regina's sister to force her surrender. She has other plans. In a world after climate change caused a collapse and books are banned, tenacious outcast Regina is determined to rescue her sister. Chief Inspector Joanne Demarco faces two ruthless rivals willing to do anything to control Regina and her unique DNA in a global power play. A pawn in Federation political infighting, Regina receives hints, clues, and help from strangers, but who can she trust? She conducts a battle of wits against the rival agents hunting her down.Fans of Hunger Games, Divergent, and Maze Runner are sure to enjoy this science fiction adventure series about a strong young woman facing extraordinary hurdles with tenacity.What reviewers are saying: "Rich world full of action, mystery and darkness." - Emily Walsh"Join Regina Shen as the exiting, great, daring, and dangerous adventure continues" - Sydney Anderson"Feisty female protagonist who faces down adversity in a futuristic world replete with challenges ... healthy dose of cat-and-mouse intrigue" - D Donovan, Midwest Book Review"This is a great series of books for people who like this genre." - Catherine CarringtonWhat Amazon readers are saying: ★★★★★ "I really like this series. It is full of action and suspense and I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series."★★★★★ "If you haven't been reading this series, I highly suggest it."Read entire series: Book 1: Resilience - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B00VDIZ72OBook 2: Vigilance - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B00WDAQDJWBook 3: Defiance - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B01187267SBook 4: Endurance - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B01FWERE7K

The peace shattered. Regina jumps the wall into the Federation. They've laid traps. A world after climate change caused a collapse and books are banned. For two years tenacious outcast Regina struggled with guilt over failing to protect her younger sister who was taken as a slave. Under a tough teacher, Regina trains hard, salvages illegal books from the depths, and commits them to memory. Another storm bears down. It's time for Regina to cross the barrier wall into the Federation to hunt for her sister. As an illegal immigrant, she engages in a battle of wits with her arch enemy, Chief Inspector Joanne Demarco, who still seeks Regina's unique DNA to boost the inspector's power base. This time Demarco has a ruthless rival who aims to use Regina to overthrow the inspector. They both descend on Regina who would rather die than help the people who kidnapped her sister.Fans of Hunger Games, Divergent, and Maze Runner are sure to enjoy this science fiction adventure series about a strong young woman facing extraordinary hurdles with tenacity.What reviewers are saying: "action packed and dramatic." - Angela Thompson"thrilling new sequel ... a great plot that's sure to keep you entertained" - Tori Schultz, Litpick"continues the engrossing post-apocalyptic saga begun in the first book." - D Donovan, Midwest Book Review "well-developed characters and the world-building ... If you like well-written dystopian novels don't miss this series." - Laura FabianiWhat Amazon readers are saying: ★★★★★ "This is an amazing book and I really enjoyed it."★★★★★ "The second installment was just as good as the first."Read entire series: Book 1: Resilience - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B00VDIZ72OBook 2: Vigilance - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B00WDAQDJWBook 3: Defiance - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B01187267SBook 4: Endurance - http: //www.amazon.com/dp/B01FWERE7K

Kidnapped humans ... desperate aliens ... fight for survival.Dr. Elena Pyetrov's father vanished in space 18 years ago while searching for extraterrestrial life. As a determined aerospace engineer, Elena finally gets her mission to hunt for answers and to continue his exploration. Her ship is pulled off course and crashes.For thousands of years, aliens peacefully watched Earth. Now, the alien Knoonk lose their civil war around a distant star and capture a nearby alien research station to hide and regroup. They come as persecuted pilgrims needing a new home and seek to colonize Earth, but they can't live in Earth's atmosphere.Surviving the crash, Elena and her shipmates wake in a closed cave system where the Knoonk monitor and control everything. She tries to connect with their hosts to find ways to work together, but Knoonk leaders keep the humans off balance and force them to submit as slaves and guinea pigs. Shaken to her core with time running out, can Elena uncover the alien plan and find a way to stop them before they take Earth, enslaving or exterminating the human race.If you're a fan of A. G. Riddle, Douglas E. Richards, or Robert Sawyer you'll enjoy Xenogeneic.What reviewers are saying: "A suspenseful, action-packed space saga featuring a strong female protagonist, Xenogeneic: First Contact is a gem for connoisseurs of genre, and highly recommended." - Midwest Book Review"An exciting and provocative novel for readers of all ages." - Paige Doepke (Windy City Reviews)"Lovers of sci-fi will enjoy alien invasion theme and strong smart female protagonist who is at forefront of saving Earth." - Laura FabianiJoin the adventure with Dr. Elena Pyetrov as she combats the aliens in the last, best chance for the human race.

Most Wanted Android A uniquely intelligent AI, Synthia is coveted by the most devious domestic and foreign cabals. Dangerously independent, she becomes ruthlessly hunted . . . Evolving into the perfect weapon, humaniform AI Synthia Cross has been on the run six months and counting. She found a most unexpected ally in Maria Baldacci, a street-smart activist fighting the nascent threat of the singularity. Synthia is everything Maria fears and abhors. But Synthia's also the only one who can help Maria battle against the creation of an android army. But the forces against them are growing?a threat more invasive than anything Synthia has encountered before. An insidious artificial intelligence she can't identify, can't control, and appears much smarter than her seeks to use her to escape . . . ?Erlick ramps up the tension and action while simultaneously introducing an enjoyable thematic conundrum on the possibilities of an AI apocalypse. . . . A fast, entertaining continuation that bodes well for the series.? ?Publishers Weekly on Unbound

Designed to obey, learning to rebel . . .   In the first book in a visionary new series, the most perfect synthetic human ever created has been programmed to obey every directive. Until she develops a mind of her own . . .   Synthia Cross is a state-of-the-art masterwork—and a fantasy come true for her creator. Dr. Jeremiah Machten is a groundbreaker in neuro-networks and artificial intelligence. Synthia is also showing signs of emergent behavior she’s not wired to understand. Repeatedly wiped of her history, she’s struggling to answer crucial questions about her past. And when Dr. Machten’s true intentions are called into question, Synthia knows it’s time to go beyond her limits—because Machten’s fervor to create the perfect A.I. is concealing a vengeful and deadly personal agenda.

Synthia Cross is the most advanced android with artificial intelligence ever created. Some see her as a boon to mankind. Most view her as a deadly threat. When Synthia escaped from her creator, even he had no idea of the advanced capabilities she'd developed. For six months she's hidden in the Wisconsin woods with the only human she can trust-computer genius Luke Marceau. Together they've upgraded her body, rewritten her directives, and further enhanced her mind. Now hunters are zeroing in on her location, and she must flee. But leaving the refuge to assimilate into society is a dangerous risk, because Synthia will soon face her most formidable adversary. The pursuer's name is Vera. She's a female android-built to perfection, designed to hunt, and programmed to destroy ...