Sailing across the Caribbean, Hector Lynch falls into the hands of the notorious buccaneer, Captain John Coxon. Hector’s two friends, Dan and Jacques, are released when Coxon mistakes Hector as the nephew of Sir Thomas Lynch—the Governor of Jamaica—an error that Hector encourages. Coxon delivers Hector to Sir Henry Morgan, a bitter enemy of Governor Lynch. The captain is expecting to curry favour with Henry Morgan but is publicly humiliated at a Christmas ball. From then on, Coxon seeks to revenge himself on Hector and the young seafarer finds himself on the run again. Views: 64
Tudor business is often risky, but when mixed with both religious dispute and politics it can be deadly.Summer 1530 is a boom season for London’s merchants, as lords and gentry pour into the city for the signing of Great Petition to the Pope, Henry VIII’s latest effort to secure a divorce. What do the unnatural murders of two German merchants, a missing official from the Tower of London, and a sudden surfeit of oranges have to do with Ned and more importantly what do they have to do with one another?Ned Bedwell, reluctant pursuivant to Councillor Cromwell, once more finds himself encumbered with yet another thankless task, and only seven days to sort this whole mess out, as he strives to help his friends and protect his investments.Grasping venal officials, treasonous plots, heretical smuggling, and the politics of the King’s annulment, as well as a city full of friars preaching hell fire and damnation–what else does a good Tudor lad need? Welcome to Henry VIII’s Merrie England where politics, plots and murder are the currency of the realm. Preceded by The Lord of Misrule (A Yuletide compilation of the three novellas) The Smithfield Shambles (to be released March 2013). The Trade of the Thames (to be released May 2013) and The Cardinal’s Angels.If you’ve enjoyed any of these then perhaps sample Darkness Divined, a unique tale of historical fantasy set earlier in the reign of Henry VIII, the first in the Dark Devices series. Views: 64
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A dying man in the desert... A massacre in a refugee camp... A missing aid convoy... And suddenly Interpol agent Jim Galespi is running for his life.
THE SOMALI DOCTRINE
In The Somali Doctrine, an Interpol agent makes it his mission to stop the remorseless madmen at the helm of the world’s largest NGO.
From the deserts of Somaliland to the slums of Nairobi to the plush hotels of Cape Town all the way to the Department for International Development in London, the race is on to stop disaster from striking again. And again. And again.
The Somali Doctrine is an intelligent thriller built on years of first-hand experience in the NGO sector in Africa. It brings together excellent writing with a strong plot from one of the most exciting new thriller authors of the year. If you like thrillers by Michael Crichton or Ken Follet, then the Somali Doctrine is for you.
What readers have said about James Grenton’s novels:
‘It's the originality of the writing and the strength of the plot that really worked for me. I couldn't put the book down!’
‘A terrific thriller! I simply couldn't put it down, the action keeps you hooked until the last scene.’
‘A real page turner - full of action and excitement throughout. I've not read a book so quickly in years!’
‘I really liked Grenton's first novel, The Somali Doctrine, which I found absorbing and a great read. Black Coke is even better - far superior to the books produced by many of the blockbuster thriller writers. So go ahead and read it. You won't regret it!’
‘Grenton's characters are certainly made to suffer, but this is a more grown-up affair than Ludlum's Bourne trilogy - probably a reflection of the moral ambiguity of the modern world in contrast to the clear distinctions of the Cold War. There are no forgone conclusions here, and this is not a comfortable ride for the reader; there are some genuinely shocking moments, and it is hard not to feel tainted by the corruption and compromise of the main characters and events.’
‘A terrific read and highly recommended.’
About the author: James Grenton graduated from Oxford University with a degree in History and Economics. He started his career in journalism before moving to the international development sector, where he worked for 15 years and travelled extensively across Africa, Asia and Latin America. He was also the CEO of a fast-growing NGO. His passions are social issues and writing.
James's second novel, Black Coke, is also available on Amazon. It tells the story of a British agent's mission to bring down a fast-growing drugs cartel that has developed a genetically-modified form of cocaine. From the crack dens of North London to the underground drugs labs of southern Colombia, the race is on to stop the cartel before it's too late. Views: 64
In December of 1282, English soldiers ambushed and murdered Llywelyn ap Gruffydd, the Prince of Wales. His death marked the end of Wales as an independent nation and the beginning of over seven hundred years under the English boot.Footsteps in Time is the story of what might have happened had Llywelyn lived.And what happens to the two teenagers who save him.Footsteps in Time is the first book in the After Cilmeri Series. Other books in this series include Daughter of Time (a prequel), Winds of Time, Prince of Time, Crossroads in Time, Children of Time, Exiles in Time, Castaways in Time, Ashes of Time and Warden of Time. Views: 64
“The planet Drako is inhabited by space travelers who over time regressed to a feudal society where previous technology is outlawed, until a new generation of human visitors, including a psychopath bent on total domination, change the status quo. Good might triumph over evil, but it is taking years to accomplish within the framework of the existing society. The struggle presents reminders from our history and lessons for the future woven between the lines of this intriguing adventure.” Arleen Alleman, Author
When chaos erupts in the kingdom, Havenshire falls to Krystal’s worst enemy. As queen she must safeguard her precious daughters and devise a plan to rescue her beloved from Jarrack. She forms the "Havenshire Resistance" and initiates an underground black market to finance a ragtag army of Samurai, peasants, and renegades among the gentry.
Hiding in the safety of the Fire Temple, Krystal waits for her daughters to mature. As the girls near their seventeenth birthday, dreams stimulate their repressed memories, and they are compelled to find each other. It’s a dangerous world for teenage girls. Desert riders roam the countryside to find and capture Krystal’s daughters. The girls travel with trusted guardians and animal friends—a dragon, panther, and hawk—to join forces and learn how to use their special abilities in the upcoming battle. The daughters petition the wolves to join their fight against Jarrack the wolves’ Council of Elders.
Krystal prepares her army to wage a surprise attack against the enemy stronghold that was once her home. A cunning schemer and determined general, Krystal is now a stranger to her own children. Can she win the battle and regain her stolen life? How will her strong will and fortitude fit into the role of queen once the battle is over?
**From the Author
In my second novel of the series, Krystal's teenage daughters must learn to use their special powers to defeat the enemy and regain their family. Krystal becomes a strong leader to save her family and her world, but she worries that Donovan won't love the new woman she had become. I used the knowledge I gained in raising a strong-willed daughter to portray the characters in this book. When Laura and I wrote our Caribbean guidebook together, I met the woman my daughter had become and felt proud to know her.
About the Author
Diane Rapp became an entrepreneur when she started her own dog grooming salon in Santa Barbara, California. She spent the next thirty years as a small business owner; she sold real estate, started an office supply/copy center, and performed free-lance advertising design.During all those years Diane wrote stories as a cure for insomnia. She wrote short stories about dogs for a local German Shepherd Dog Club newsletter, and then expanded to full length novels. After Diane and her daughter Laura co-authored a travel guidebook entitled Cruising the Eastern Caribbean (four editions were published by Hunter Publishing) Laura gave Diane the idea of writing a mystery set on cruise ships in the Caribbean. Murder Caribbean-Style and Murder on a Ghost Ship are the first two novels of a High Seas Mystery series. Howl of the Wolf and the Havenshire Resistance are the first two novels in the Heirs to the Throne series.
Visit Diane's website (www dot quicksilvernovels dot com) to learn more about the characters in her books. Kriegen will appear frequently in the blogs, offering guest commentary about his experiences. Views: 64
ReviewFirst-time novelist Reid taps into two fan bases--Amish fiction and angel tales--in this lovely story that seamlessly blends both worlds. Reid has written a fine novel that provides, as its series title claims, a bit of "heaven on earth." --Publishers WeeklyI would encourage all readers of Amish fiction, and those who have been tempted to read the genre but have been put off by the typical, romantic plots, to look out for Ruth Reid's Heaven on Earth series. If The Promise of an Angel is anything to judge by, it looks like she's going to become a favourite amongst Amish fans. --The Christian Manifesto Product DescriptionInterrupting the ordered routine of the Mecosta County Amish settlement, an angelic visitor awakens Judith to a new faith.All Judith Fischer ever wanted is to marry within her community and raise a family. She longs for the day when her parents will allow Levi Plank to officially court her.But on the day Judith suspects Levi will ask her parent's permission, her younger brother Samuel has an accident under her charge. Rushing to Samuel's aid, Judith spies a strange man helping him; a man she later believes was an angel.When she shares her conviction with her family and close friends, she is shocked to find that no one believes her, including Levi. In the days following the accident, the angel visits Judith with information that may guide her down the path of faith, should she choose to follow.As her community slowly distances themselves, only one person is willing to stand up for her―the bishop's son, Andrew Lapp. But can he convince the settlement to listen to her? With a show of faith that flies in the face of her conservative upbringing, can Judith hold strong to the promise that there are even greater things in store for those who believe in God's miracles? Views: 64
A dragon's fate will seal their love…or destroy their future. When Kavin Hunter appears on her doorstep to recruit her into the king's guard, Saraphina Raven knows her secret-an unwanted telepathic ability-has caught the attention of the king. If she refuses to use her gift to discover who's plotting against the throne, her last link to her royal heritage will be forcibly stripped away. It's a threat that's guaranteed to work. She'd do anything, even help the king that deserted her family, to preserve the only connection to her past. It's a past Kavin is all too familiar with. Once upon a time, his brother was betrothed to Saraphina, until the raid that destroyed her family. Now Kavin struggles with his own part in the mess her life has become. And a growing connection made stronger by the power of his healing touch. Though his loyalty lies with the king, Saraphina is becoming the woman of his heart. And nothing, not even a dragon in disguise, will stand in the way of their love. Warning: Contains a former princess who gets cringe-worthy glimpses into others' thoughts, a knight in slightly tarnished armor with talented…hands. And a dragon betrayed. Views: 64
From the best-selling author of Songs Without Words and The Dive from Clausen's Pier, her strongest work yet--a collection of burnished, impossible-to-put down narratives framed by two stunning, linked novellas.A wife struggles to make sense of her husband's sudden disappearance. A mother mourns her teenage son through the music collection he left behind. A woman shepherds her estranged parents through her brother's wedding and reflects on the year her family collapsed. A young man comes to grips with the joy--and vulnerability--of impending fatherhood. And, in the masterly opening novella, two teenagers from very different families--one a tightly knit foursome, the other a father and son who share little more than having been abandoned by the same woman--forge a sustaining friendship, only to discover the disruptive and unsettling power of sex.Swim Back to Me showcases one of our most vibrant talents at the height of her powers--a book that... Views: 64
Review"What follows are captures, tortures, machine guns, a helicopter rescue, and a kiss that is, like this addictive first novel for teens, a 'long, intoxicating dive through a sea of Red Bull.'"—Booklist, starred review"Au Revoir, Crazy European Chick is a high-octane, high-caliber joyride centered on one very loud night in New York City, a sort of Nick & Norah’s Infinite Hit List. As Perry deals with flying bullets, exploding glass, and college admissions, your assignment is much simpler (and safer): Read this book!" —Michael Northrop, author of Trapped "Au Revoir, Crazy European Chick is the hilarious YA buzzbomb I've been waiting for all year. Has style and wit to burn. I read the whole thing in one sitting. Buildings explode, scores are settled, and the dialog is explosively funny. Pretty much every page does it to the hilt. Boom." —Sean Beaudoin, author of You Killed Wesley Payne "Fast paced, smart, exciting . . . it's like your favorite summer action thriller and John Hughes movie rolled into one." —Josh Schwartz, executive producer of Gossip Girl and The O.C. "Plain and simple, it’s a blast. A couple of them, actually."—Publishers Weekly, starred review "Perfect for action adventure junkies who will enjoy the car chases, thugs, graphic killing scenes, explosions, and a random bear fight, Schreiber’s debut novel also contains enough humor, sexual tension, distinctive language, and character development to make this more than just a quick thrill read."—Horn BookAbout the AuthorJoe Schreiber is the author of adult novels DEATH TROOPERS, CHASING THE DEAD and EAT THE DARK. This is his first young adult novel. Views: 64
