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The Complete Alien Collection: The Shadow Archive (Out of the Shadows, Sea of Sorrows, River of Pain)

Tales of terror and survival in the Alien universe

Christopher Golden author James A Moore author Tim Lebbon author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Titan Books Ltd

Published:6th Dec '22

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This collection presents three interconnected novels that delve into the chilling events between the Alien films. The Complete Alien Collection explores survival and horror in space.

In The Complete Alien Collection: The Shadow Archive, readers are immersed in a gripping omnibus that unites three thrilling novels set in the iconic Alien universe. This collection offers a riveting exploration of the terrifying events that transpire between the beloved films 'Alien' and 'Aliens'. From the depths of space to the eerie landscapes of distant planets, each story is masterfully woven with tension and suspense, delivering a rich narrative that fans will appreciate.

The first tale, 'Out of the Shadows' by Tim Lebbon, introduces readers to a mining ship that unwittingly awakens a dormant evil lurking beneath the surface of LV-178. The miners' desperate struggle for survival leads them to the legendary Ellen Ripley, the last hope against the lurking menace. This gripping narrative sets the stage for the horrors that follow, as the characters confront their darkest fears.

In 'Sea of Sorrows' by James A. Moore, the Weyland-Yutani Corporation's sinister secrets come to light when Decker is thrust into a perilous mission with mercenaries. As they delve into an ancient excavation, Decker grapples with his family's haunted history and the chilling presence of a living Xenomorph. Lastly, 'River of Pain' by Christopher Golden follows colonists on the stormy planet Acheron, where their dreams of fortune collide with nightmarish realities aboard a derelict spaceship. Together, these stories create a haunting tapestry of survival, fear, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge.

Praise for Tim Lebbon: "Lebbon's care for words and attention to detail proves to be profoundly rewarding... This is one of the finest-if not the finest-film tie-ins I've read in years." - HorrorNovelReviews.com "The action starts early, it has really fantastic characters and the writing is superb." - Tracing the Stars "This first entry in a series of books exploring and expanding the world of Alien is quite fascinating... I personally can't wait for the next installment and see where it goes from here." - GNN "Lebbon is an amazing story teller... Alien: Out of the Shadows is a damn fine book and if you can sit back and enjoy this new Alien tale for what it is, you won't be disappointed." - Ravenous Monster "Out of the Shadows is a superbly paced blend of all the good elements of the first two films. Fans will have a blast meeting Ripley again, not to mention immersing themselves once again in the bleak, claustrophobic atmosphere of this unique mythos." - The Hellforge Praise for James A. Moore: "His work stands toe-to-toe with the best of King, Koontz, and McCammon." - Cemetery Dance Weekly "Moore brings his considerable storytelling talent to bear in this chillingly gory tale." - Library Journal (review of Blood Red) "Moore may be one of the best kept secrets in horror fiction, but the secret is finally getting out." -Chronicle "Will become a classic like Stephen King's Salem's Lot. Moore is one of the grandmasters of the horror genre." - Midwest Book Review (for Blood Red) Praise for Christopher Golden: "Wildwood Road is a brilliant novel of supernatural suspense that reminded me of the early classics by Ira Levin-think Rosemary's Baby and you won't be disappointed. This one's a keeper." - Stephen King "A good horror novel needs to be a good novel first, with a strong plot, interesting characters, and vivid and evocative writing. Golden delivers all of that in spades in Wildwood Road, the best ghost story I have read since... well, since the last time Stephen King wrote one." - George R. R. Martin "A new book by Chris Golden means only one thing: the reader is in for a treat. His books are rich with texture and character, always inventive, and totally addictive." - Charles de Lint, author of Widdershins and The Onion Girl "Golden is one of the most hard-working, smartest, and talented writers of his generation... Everything he writes glows with imagination." - Peter Straub, author of Ghost Story and The Talisman (with Stephen King) "A master of horror... Christopher Golden proves himself to be a master of his craft... Lyric, fluid, and mesmerizing..." - SciFi.com "Christopher Golden collides the ordinary and the supernatural with wonderfully unsettling results..." - Max Allan Collins, author, The Road to Perdition

ISBN: 9781803361161

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 369g

864 pages