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Nightshade

Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #24 / 63
by Laurell K. Hamilton
Nightshade (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #24) by Laurell K. Hamilton
★ 4.00 / 1
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After two hundred years of civil war the planet Oriana is dying. Most of the surface vegetation is gone, the air is nearlyy unbreathable, and the people themselves are dying. Now, the two warring factions have finally sat down to talk peace, and Captian Picard and the U.S.S. Enterprise are sent ot help them negotiate a settlement.

Picard, Lt. Worf, and Counsellor Troi beam down to Oriana, just as the Starship Enterprise is called away on another urgent mission. Alone on the planet, the U.S.S. Enterprise team learns that htere are people that would rather finish the devastating conflict than talk peace. Suddenly, Picard is accused of murder nad the delicate negotiations have fallen into the hands of Lt. Worf.

Now, Worf and Troi must unravel the truth and prevent planet-wide disaster, before time runs out for the people of Oriana and the crew of the Starship Enterprise.

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Release date: 1992

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Laurell K. Hamilton

Laurell K. Hamilton

Laurell K. Hamilton is a name that has become synonymous with paranormal fantasy and urban fantasy, captivating readers worldwide with her bold, intricate storytelling and unforgettable characters. Born in the heart of the Midwest, Hamilton’s journey into the world of supernatural fiction started with a fascination for the darker, more complex sides of human nature, a theme that permeates her work. Her most iconic creation, Anita Blake, the sharp-witted, morally complex necromancer and vampire hunter, has become a beloved figure in urban fantasy, a genre Hamilton helped shape and redefine.

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From a young age, Hamilton’s imagination was fueled by a love of horror, mythology, and the supernatural. What began as a quiet passion for reading soon transformed into a relentless drive to create her own stories. With a degree in English and an unyielding desire to weave together complex plots and multifaceted characters, Hamilton embarked on her writing career, blending elements of horror, fantasy, and romance in a way that was both fresh and deeply engaging.

Her Anita Blake series debuted in the early '90s and quickly became a phenomenon. The series explores a world where vampires, werewolves, and other supernatural beings are as real as the humans who co-exist with them. The mix of action, mystery, romance, and emotional depth resonated with readers, cementing Hamilton as a key voice in paranormal fiction. The strength of Hamilton’s writing lies in her ability to create morally ambiguous characters, including Anita Blake herself, a strong, vulnerable, and conflicted protagonist who challenges traditional norms of heroism and romance.

Beyond Anita Blake, Hamilton's Meredith Gentry series also showcases her talent for blending sensuality with supernatural intrigue, introducing readers to a world of fae politics, power struggles, and intense, unforgettable relationships. These series have not only captivated fans but have also garnered critical acclaim, making Hamilton a staple in the urban fantasy genre.

Hamilton’s writing is both daring and fearless, often delving into themes of power, identity, and personal growth. Her characters, complex and multifaceted, confront the boundaries of good and evil, love and loss, with raw authenticity. The rich world-building she weaves into her novels provides readers with a universe that is both dangerous and seductive—where every twist and turn is unexpected, and no one is ever truly safe.

In a career spanning decades, Hamilton has published numerous books, short stories, and novellas, earning accolades and a devoted following of readers. With her uncanny ability to blend dark themes with deep emotional complexity, Hamilton has created a world where fantasy, horror, and romance coexist, offering readers a ride they’ll never forget.

As she continues to evolve as an author, Laurell K. Hamilton remains one of the most influential voices in the realm of paranormal fiction, never shying away from the darker aspects of the human (and supernatural) experience, but always providing her readers with a compelling, immersive escape into the unknown.

Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels)

Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) consists of sixty-three books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

Main series Star Trek: The Next Generation

Ghost Ship (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #1)
★ 6.00 / 1
The Peacekeepers (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #2)
Unrated
The Children of Hamlin (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #3)
Unrated
Survivors (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #4)
★ 4.00 / 1
Strike Zone (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #5)
★ 6.00 / 2
Power Hungry (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #6)
Unrated
Masks (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #7)
Unrated
The Captain's Honor (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #8)
Unrated
A Call to Darkness (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #9)
★ 6.00 / 1
A Rock and a Hard Place (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #10)
★ 8.00 / 2
Gulliver's Fugitives (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #11)
Unrated
Doomsday World (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #12)
★ 7.00 / 2
The Eyes of the Beholder (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #13)
★ 6.00 / 1
Exiles (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #14)
Unrated
Fortune's Light (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #15)
★ 6.00 / 1
Contamination (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #16)
Unrated
Boogeymen (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #17)
Unrated
Q-in-Law (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #18)
★ 8.34 / 3
Perchance to Dream (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #19)
Unrated
Spartacus (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #20)
Unrated
Chains of Command (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #21)
Unrated
Imbalance (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #22)
Unrated
War Drums (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #23)
★ 6.00 / 1
Nightshade (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #24)
★ 4.00 / 1
Grounded (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #25)
★ 6.00 / 1
The Romulan Price (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #26)
★ 8.00 / 1
Guises of the Mind (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #27)
Unrated
Here There Be Dragons (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #28)
Unrated
Sins of Commission (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #29)
Unrated
Debtor's Planet (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #30)
Unrated
Foreign Foes (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #31)
Unrated
Requiem (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #32)
★ 4.00 / 1
Balance of Power (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #33)
Unrated
Blaze of Glory (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #34)
★ 8.00 / 1
The Romulan Stratagem (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #35)
★ 8.00 / 1
Into the Nebula (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #36)
Unrated
The Last Stand (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #37)
Unrated
Dragon's Honor (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #38)
★ 4.00 / 1
Rogue Saucer (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #39)
Unrated
Possession (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #40)
Unrated
The Soldiers of Fear (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #41)
★ 6.00 / 1
Infiltrator (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #42)
Unrated
A Fury Scorned (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #43)
★ 6.00 / 1
The Death of Princes (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #44)
Unrated
Intellivore (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #45)
Unrated
To Storm Heaven (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #46)
★ 4.00 / 1
Q-Space (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #47)
★ 6.00 / 1
Q-Zone (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #48)
★ 6.00 / 1
Q-Strike (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #49)
Unrated
Dyson Sphere (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #50)
★ 6.00 / 1
Infection (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #51)
Unrated
Vectors (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #52)
★ 6.00 / 1
Red Sector (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #53)
Unrated
Quarantine (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #54)
Unrated
Double or Nothing (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #55)
Unrated
The First Virtue (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #56)
★ 6.00 / 1
The Forgotten War (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #57)
★ 2.00 / 1
Gemworld : Book One (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #58)
Unrated
Gemworld : Book Two (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #59)
Unrated
Tooth and Claw (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #60)
★ 6.00 / 1
Diplomatic Implausibility (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #61)
Unrated
Maximum Warp: Book One of Two (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #62)
Unrated
Maximum Warp: Book Two of Two (Star Trek: The Next Generation (numbered novels) #63)
Unrated


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