An exile from his home planet, Cord, a member of an empathic race capable of experiencing the emotions of others like they were his own, stalks the menacing force threatening his homeland and universe

With a New Preface by the Author Through personal journeys and historical inquiry, this PEN Literary Award finalist explores how America’s still unfolding history and ideas of “race” have marked its people and the land. Sand and stone are Earth’s fragmented memory. Each of us, too, is a landscape inscribed by memory and loss. One life–defining lesson Lauret Savoy learned as a young girl was this: the American land did not hate. As an educator and Earth historian, she has tracked the continent’s past from the relics of deep time; but the paths of ancestors toward her—paths of free and enslaved Africans, colonists from Europe, and peoples indigenous to this land—lie largely eroded and lost. A provocative and powerful mosaic that ranges across a continent and across time, from twisted terrain within the San Andreas Fault zone to a South Carolina plantation, from national parks to burial grounds, from “Indian Territory” and the U.S.–Mexico Border to the U.S. capital, Trace grapples with a searing national history to reveal the often unvoiced presence of the past. In distinctive and illuminating prose that is attentive to the rhythms of language and landscapes, she weaves together human stories of migration, silence, and displacement, as epic as the continent they survey, with uplifted mountains, braided streams, and eroded canyons. Gifted with this manifold vision, and graced by a scientific and lyrical diligence, she delves through fragmented histories—natural, personal, cultural—to find shadowy outlines of other stories of place in America. "Every landscape is an accumulation," reads one epigraph. "Life must be lived amidst that which was made before." Courageously and masterfully, Lauret Savoy does so in this beautiful book: she lives there, making sense of this land and its troubled past, reconciling what it means to inhabit terrains of memory—and to be one.

Embark on a thrilling journey of mystery, intrigue, and suspense with "A Trace of Memory" by Keith Laumer, a gripping novel that will keep you guessing until the very end. Join Keith Laumer as he introduces readers to a world where nothing is as it seems and every clue leads to more questions than answers. With his masterful storytelling and skillful plotting, Laumer crafts a riveting tale of amnesia, conspiracy, and the search for truth in a world filled with danger and deception. As you delve into the pages of "A Trace of Memory," you'll be drawn into a web of intrigue and betrayal, where the line between friend and foe is constantly shifting and the truth is elusive. From shadowy government agencies to mysterious strangers with hidden agendas, every twist and turn will keep you on the edge of your seat as you race to uncover the secrets of the past. With its fast-paced plot, well-drawn characters, and unexpected plot twists, "A Trace of Memory" is a must-read for fans of the suspense thriller genre. Whether you're a newcomer to Laumer's work or a longtime fan, this book will keep you guessing until the very end and leave you eager for more. Through the gripping narrative of "A Trace of Memory," Keith Laumer explores timeless themes of identity, memory, and the nature of reality itself. It's a thought-provoking journey that will challenge your perceptions and leave you questioning everything you thought you knew. Don't miss your chance to unravel the mysteries of "A Trace of Memory." Order your copy today and prepare to be swept away by Keith Laumer's masterful storytelling and electrifying suspense.

Action-packed and absorbing, a grim but sensitive picture of race and identity in America

Ukiah Oregon is quickly becoming one of the greatest trackers in the country. Some call it luck—those closest to him call it instinct. Abandoned as a child, he was found running with a wolf pack. Now, in his job as a private investigator, he puts his nose to the ground to track down missing persons and fugitives from the law. A heightened sense of smell and taste—plus a photographic memory—make him an invaluable asset to his partner. But when Ukiah kills a crazed young woman in self-defense, he draws the attention of the FBI’s most wanted: a violent and elusive gang known as the Pack. And it won’t be long before Ukiah discovers just how much he has in common with the Pack: a bond of brotherhood, blood...and destiny.

I came here to be a companion. I never meant to be a rebel—or to fall in love with one. Calix Callisto would never have been my first choice for a mate. Despite his looks, he’s young, impetuous, and a little bit superficial. We should never have gotten along. A gymnast back on Earth, I’m everything he’s not—intensely disciplined, coolheaded, and a problem-solver. As it turns out, though, we balanced each other out. We even became…friends. Friends with benefits, no less. And then Ixion devolved into rebellion, and we had to make a run for it. Now I’m no longer bound to him by any program—just the need to help each other survive. And we’re good at that. We’re good at everything together. I want to keep it that way, too—which means no falling in love. Nothing that could eventually break apart our friendship when we realize that this won’t work permanently—and was never meant to, in the first place. There’s danger coming at us from all sides, and we don’t need distractions. Not when Calix is a whole distraction himself. And me? I never wanted to fall in love anyway. Not on Earth, and not on Ixion. Not anywhere. Until we’re separated, and I learn a terrible truth— Sometimes you don’t know what you want until you’ve lost it. Maybe forever. Enchanted by the Alien Rebel is a full-length standalone sci-fi romance featuring a gorgeous alien rebel and the tough-as-nails human companion who find love in the most unlikely of places. If you like sexy aliens, galactic adventures, and a happily ever after for our hero and heroine, you’ll love this new series! Each book in the Ixionian Fated Mates series can be read as a standalone, but it’s recommended that they be read in order for the greatest enjoyment. Book 1: Chosen by the Alien Warrior (Ivy and Cassian) Book 2: Tempted. by the Alien Commander (Cherise and Azrael) Book 3: Enchanted by the Alien Rebel (Trace and Calix) Book 4: Charmed by the Alien Playboy (Deryn and Ambrose)