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Synopsis
EARTH'S PAST MAY HOLD THE KEY TO ITS FUTURE
Prepare for a pulse-pounding adventure that transcends time itself in the riveting "Time Trials." Meet Marty Cohen, a brilliant linguist turned woodworking shop owner who thought he had left behind the politics and rivalries of academia for good.
But when his woodworking business takes a hit, an offer he can't refuse pulls him back into the world of Egyptology. Marty is summoned to an off-the-grid archaeological dig, where ancient texts may hold the key to Earth's past and future. With the promise of riches, Marty embarks on a journey that defies belief.
As the texts unlock the secrets of protohistoric North Africa, a land plagued by horrors and in desperate need of heroes, Marty and his team are thrust into a battle against otherworldly overlords who resemble the gods of Ancient Egypt. Behind this perilous war lies a greater challenge: they are chosen to be champions of all Earth and must undertake a harrowing gauntlet to save humanity from extinction.
Failure is not an option.
"Time Trials" combines wonder and action, humor and romance, and even a touch of gaming elements to create an unforgettable adventure. With a diverse and charming cast of characters, this is a tale that will keep you on the edge of your seat, cheering for humanity's champions as they navigate through the annals of time itself.
Join Marty and his team on a journey that blends the spirit of Indiana Jones with the intrigue of Stargate, a timeless saga that will leave you craving for more. Don't miss out on a modern classic that has garnered praise from New York Times bestselling authors and reviewers alike.
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Praise for Time Trials:
"Here's a book you really might like. Time Trials is a deadly adventure in which a band of modern humans get taken back in time to Earth's pre-history—and they find that humanity is herded and hunted by alien monsters, who look like the gods of Ancient Egypt. Time Trials has wonder and action in equal measure, with humor and even a little romance on the side. The characters are so charming and diverse, I wish I knew them in real life. For you gamers, there's a fun little bonus too, because there are fantasy gaming elements woven subtly into the story. Take a look at Time Trials—you might find it's a new favorite."
—Sherrilyn Kenyon, #1 New York Times bestselling author
"Time Trials takes an eclectic band of 21st century adventurers — led by brilliant, unorthodox Chinese-Jewish Egyptologist Marty Cohen — back in time to the earliest pre-history of Egypt to battle demons, hobnob with the ancient king who first united Egypt, and discover things about themselves they never knew. Oh, and along the way, prevent the total extermination of the human race. It's a nonstop action story that mingles strains of Indiana Jones and Stargate in a blend that's all its own."
—David Weber, New York Times bestselling author of the Honor Harrington series
"If Michael Crichton came back from the dead riding on a T-Rex, that would be almost as much fun as Time Trials. This is a must-read!"
—Larry Correia, New York Times bestselling author of Monster Hunter International
"Time Trials is a superb, well-researched blend of archaeology and mythos, like Indiana Jones fighting the Egyptian pantheon using elements of gaming. I highly enjoyed it."
—Dakota Krout, Bestselling author of Divine Dungeon, and Completionist Chronicles
"Rothman and Butler are masterful storytellers. Time trials is an isekai adventure romp through history, chock-full of compelling characters, awesome action, and fantastic Gamelit elements that kept me flipping pages late into the night."
—James A. Hunter, Bestselling author of Vigil's Justice, Rogue Dungeon, and Viridian Gate Online
"An entertaining first entry in what promises to be a fantastic time-travel series."
—Kirkus Reviews
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About the Author
USA TODAY bestselling author M.A. Rothman is an accidental novelist whose writing career started when he began writing down the bedtime stories he told his boys. He's an engineer first and foremost, with a background in the sciences, and through sheer happenstance, his writing habit turned into something more than a hobby.
His writing spans the genres of science fiction, techno-thriller, and his own unique spin on LitRPG.
When not writing, he enjoys cooking, learning about new technology, travel, and spending time with his family.
D.J. ("Dave") Butler grew up in swamps, deserts, and mountains. After messing around for years with the practice of law, he finally got serious and turned to his lifelong passion of storytelling. He now writes adventure stories for readers of all ages, plays guitar, and spends as much time as he can with his family. He is the author of City of the Saints, Rock Band Fights Evil, Space Eldritch, and Crecheling from Wordfire Press, and Witchy Eye, Witchy Winter, Witchy Kingdom, and Serpent Daughter, and The Cunning Man and The Jupiter Knife with coauthor Aaron Michael Ritchey, In the Palace of Shadow and Joy, and Abbott in Darkness, from Baen.
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Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
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Hardback. Condition: Good. Marty Cohen was a gifted linguist and student of ancient military strategy who stepped away from academic Egyptology and opened a woodworking shop. Away from the bitter politics and petty rivalries, he?s happy to take care of his people, play the occasional war game, and try to make a good life. He discovers mysterious visions rob him of sleep, and then he gets summoned back to Egypt: an off-the-grid dig funded by an eccentric financier has discovered texts that may be the earliest Egypt has produced, and they?ll pay Marty silly amounts of cash just to fly out and take one little look. Marty turned his back on the academia game, but he?s a small business owner who has to make payroll during a recession, and he can?t say no to the money. But the texts open doors to more visions and to an astonishing journey: the ragtag team of archaeologists finds itself in protohistoric North Africa, a drying land dominated by monsters, where humanity is badly in need of champions. And behind the war against the monster overlords lies a greater struggle: Marty and his team have been chosen to be champions of all Earth and to run a gauntlet on humanity?s behalf. Failure will mean extinction. Praise for Time Trials: ?This highly enjoyable novel by Rothman and Butler is full of nonstop action, bits of science, mystery, humor, and enough Ancient Egypt trivia to satisfy any history enthusiast. The quest narrative and the Dungeons & Dragons-style team structure recall familiar fantasy tropes, but the authors manage to develop the characters well, giving each of them their own distinct arcs and it results in a tale that?s well worth reading. The overarching mystery keeps the pages turning in an adventure tale that refreshingly shows respect for ancient civilizations and their accomplishments. An entertaining first entry in what promises to be a fantastic time-travel series.??Kirkus Praise for D.J. Butler: "I have come to appreciate the work of D. J. Butler; He is a recent writer in a tradition of science fiction and fantasy I associate with Harry Turtledove, S. M. Stirling, Eric Flint, and Jerry Pournelle, with a sort of grittiness and focus on societal dynamics that I very much enjoy."?Warped Factor. Seller Inventory # CIN1982192488G
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Hardback. Condition: Good. Marty Cohen was a gifted linguist and student of ancient military strategy who stepped away from academic Egyptology and opened a woodworking shop. Away from the bitter politics and petty rivalries, he?s happy to take care of his people, play the occasional war game, and try to make a good life. He discovers mysterious visions rob him of sleep, and then he gets summoned back to Egypt: an off-the-grid dig funded by an eccentric financier has discovered texts that may be the earliest Egypt has produced, and they?ll pay Marty silly amounts of cash just to fly out and take one little look. Marty turned his back on the academia game, but he?s a small business owner who has to make payroll during a recession, and he can?t say no to the money. But the texts open doors to more visions and to an astonishing journey: the ragtag team of archaeologists finds itself in protohistoric North Africa, a drying land dominated by monsters, where humanity is badly in need of champions. And behind the war against the monster overlords lies a greater struggle: Marty and his team have been chosen to be champions of all Earth and to run a gauntlet on humanity?s behalf. Failure will mean extinction. Praise for Time Trials: ?This highly enjoyable novel by Rothman and Butler is full of nonstop action, bits of science, mystery, humor, and enough Ancient Egypt trivia to satisfy any history enthusiast. The quest narrative and the Dungeons & Dragons-style team structure recall familiar fantasy tropes, but the authors manage to develop the characters well, giving each of them their own distinct arcs and it results in a tale that?s well worth reading. The overarching mystery keeps the pages turning in an adventure tale that refreshingly shows respect for ancient civilizations and their accomplishments. An entertaining first entry in what promises to be a fantastic time-travel series.??Kirkus Praise for D.J. Butler: "I have come to appreciate the work of D. J. Butler; He is a recent writer in a tradition of science fiction and fantasy I associate with Harry Turtledove, S. M. Stirling, Eric Flint, and Jerry Pournelle, with a sort of grittiness and focus on societal dynamics that I very much enjoy."?Warped Factor. Seller Inventory # CIN1982192488G
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