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The Coming of the Lord
Breaking the Thomas Malone case was an achievement, but nothing can prepare DC Angela Murphy and her colleagues for the challenge ahead. Escaped psychopath John Baptiste is big, powerful and out of control.
Guided by his perverse religious interpretation of morality, he wreaks havoc. As an under-resourced police department struggles to cope with the pressure of the new case, they also have to deal with the ruthless antics of ganglord Jackie McGeachy.
Pressure mounts, along with the body count... and Glasgow has never felt more dangerous.
The Whistleblower Onslaught
After 27 years of service, energy executive Kevin Walters is fired when he reports a lethal mine explosion. Attorney Scott Winslow takes on the case, and soon finds it rife with blackmail, sanitized records and treachery.
When Scott and his client are threatened by someone who wants the lawsuit dismissed at any cost, they race against time to gather enough evidence to prove the case on trial.
But can Scott and his team prove their theory, and bring the perpetrator to justice?
Praise:
★★★★★ - "An engaging mystery that draws you in.”
★★★★★ - "Well-written and entertaining. I couldn't put it down.”
Thornfalcon
A scion of legends. The future of an organisation. Or an outcast and a pariah?
Samantha Scott is at odds with her family. The focus of a cult of hundreds, she seeks solace in the attention she never found from her mother, her small acts of rebellion a frustration for an organisation that has seen peace settle over the earth.
Yet something festers in the world. Undefinable, gnawing at the edge of religion. Why does humanity feel so alone? Why are more and more people turning away from the Church? And what does a mysterious group of terrorists calling themselves ‘Aeon Fall’ have to do with it all?
Time Of The Demon
A strange object crashes in a field behind the Half Moon Inn. Soon after, two barmaids vanish without a trace, drawing the attention of local reporter Jan Barnes.
Increasingly strange events lead Jan to team up with enigmatic paranormal investigator Gregory Houseman. Seeking answers, the two enter a disturbing world of government conspiracy and terrifying forces beyond their comprehension.
Can they find a way to reveal the truth - and live to tell the tale?
Ulf's Tale
In the beginning of the bloody 11th century, young Ulf is taken hostage by King Aethelred.
While treachery and plotting threaten uneasy alliances, and ambitious rivals attempt to seize power for themselves, Ulf learns to enjoy his new life of luxury and opportunity.
When his own life is threatened, Ulf sets on a quest to bring peace to the Baltic states. But can he overcome divided loyalties and religious clashes, and make the choice between power and morality?
Praise:
★★★★★ - "This book will make you feel as if you are back in time, a thousand years ago, sailing the high seas, flourishing a sword in bloody battle, and drinking ale in victory. Impressive historical fiction."
Unflinching
In the unforgiving West, a lone Pinkerton detective is on the trail of two vicious killers.
When the daughter of a famous general is kidnapped, Detective Simms is assigned to bring her home. Forged in the Mexican War, this man of steel knows how to survive, and how to kill.
He will need all of his skill and guile to survive this dangerous land, and bring the general's daughter home. And then, it gets personal.
Praise:
★★★★★ - "Unflinching was my first Stuart G. Yates book, but it won't be my last. A great read."
★★★★★ - "The West never felt so wild. I look forward to seeing what happens in the books that follow."
★★★★★ - "One of the best westerns I have read."
In The Name Of The Mother
It is 689 AD, and Cynethryth is returning from Rome, carrying her dead husband's child.
She soon gives birth to a son, Aethelheard, whose parentage alone places him in danger. His mother has a tough choice to make and travels to Dorset, where the king is a cousin of her late husband.
After the king adopts the boy, he grows up in the dangerous company of rebellious princes, all who wish to overthrow the mighty Ine, king of Wessex.
How will mother and son face the physical and spiritual battles that await them?
Sophie's Different
Middle school is all about fitting in, and about not standing out. After all, kids can be cruel.
Sophie Devereaux doesn't fit in. She and her two best friends, Marissa and Michelle, are seen as misfits. Things only get worse when Sophie conflicts with Alexis, the most popular girl in school.
Ayden Saunders doesn't fit in. Tragedies have caused him to retreat into the shadows, where he watches his classmates from afar and fantasizes about being a superhero.
When Ayden overhears a plot to ruin Sophie's life, he knows he can no longer sit on the sidelines. The two soon discover that life is not about fitting in, it's about being true to who you are.
2017 Readers' Favorite Book Awards, Silver Medal Winner
Justice For Belle
Ahnia has a dicey past. It's scratching under the surface; dying to get out.
She’s hit rock bottom. Broke and desperate to be on top again, she partners up with Mac: a man she hardly knows. He's utterly untouchable, and soon they are both in peril.
Will their dangerous decision be a success, or will she find herself in the clutches of an unforgiving force, brought about by her childhood sin? In this nail biting thrill ride, no one is as they seem, and no one is truly safe with those they trust.
Praise:
★★★★★ - "If you love psychological thrillers that keep you guessing, you'll love Justice For Belle."
★★★★★ - "A wild ride."
Devin's Dilemma
Brighton, England, 1856.
For young solicitor-at-law Devin Bennett, building his career is his foremost goal. Love and the future are far from his thoughts.
The last thing he expects is Harry. Lady's maid and chaperone to his client's daughter, Harry is an intense, intelligent and interesting girl Devin can't stop dreaming about.
But Devin is aware Harry is hiding something from him; something that might tear them apart and whisk Harry off to the far side of the world.
Praise from readers:
★★★★★ - "Devin's Dilemma is not just a love story - it's a beautiful, heart-wrenching tale of survival and hope."
★★★★★ - "A lovely story of faith, courage and love... Wonderful."
★★★★★ - "I love this author's writing. Right away, I was invested in the characters' story."
Knowledge Hurts
In book three of the Nememiah Chronicles series, Charlotte Duncan begins to master her gifts – but when she confronts her nemesis, will she be strong enough to face him?
After managing to rescue her friends, Charlotte finds herself in love with two very different men – vampire Lucas Tine and werewolf Conal Tremaine. As she struggles with her emotions, a dangerous group of supernaturals reveal sinister plans – leaving Charlotte no time to deal with the repercussions of her choices.
An engaging paranormal romance, Knowledge Hurts follows Charlotte’s attempts to prevent the Drâghici Consiliului from achieving their goal of control over all supernatural creatures. Pursued as the object of half-angel half-vampire Archangelo’s obsession, Charlotte must face deadly enemies –
Lady Shade
Lady Milla Shade is an accomplished werewolf huntress with an impressive record. Beautiful and cunning, her arrival at the town signals the beginning of a dark time for the citizens of Bronzeglade.
In search of a werewolf known as Green-Eyes, Milla soon realizes that not only is her target exceptionally strong, but it's not the only one in the village. When anyone could be a monster, the war between man and beast risks tearing the townspeople apart - literally.
Outnumbered and outmatched, Milla needs to rely on her wits and resolve to survive. But in the end, who is the most terrible beast of them all?
A Measure of Trouble
A cold February morning in Scotland begins with the discovery of a body, as Hector Mathewson is found dead within the cask room of his own distillery.
While directing the hunt for the murderer, D.C.I. Alex Warren needs to balance his own turbulent personal life. Their plentiful suspects have motives ranging from greed and nationalism to adultery and revenge.
A Measure of Trouble is a gripping tartan noir thriller set in Glasgow. This is a standalone mystery and can be enjoyed even if you haven't read other books in the series.
Praise from readers:
- Great dialogue, unique plot and clever humour. A Measure of Trouble is a book with such a generous helping of twists that make for a total page turner
Written To Death
Did you believe writing was a safe pastime?
It was not the first time bestselling author Sheila Armstrong had died on stage, but it would most certainly be the last.
DCI Alex Warren and his girlfriend, D.I. Sandra McKinnon, return from a short holiday, but hardly manage to step from the plane before they're called to investigate the suspicious death.
Sheila, a member of Eastfarm Writers, has been stabbed to death on stage during a rehearsal of a play she’d written. Her death mimics the plot.
Within hours, Sandra is roped into investigating a separate series of crimes, which appears to be mob-related. As the enquiries run parallel, they struggle to make progress while supporting each other.
But can there be a connection?
Marauder
Young Audan sets off on an epic journey across the ancient Norse world.
Soon, he discovers that there is more to the myths and legends of his Viking ancestors than he believed. Crusading with his brothers in arms, Audan faces rival clans, terrifying monsters, and an onslaught of the undead.
The once-revered gods are scheming and meddling in the lives of mortals, whose lust and thirst for power leave the Viking world in turmoil. How far is Audan willing to go to save his land and his people?
Praise:
★★★★★ - "If you like raw, gritty Viking adventure with a healthy dose of divine intrigue, you'll want to give this one a try."
★★★★★ - "Fantasy novels rarely catch my attention, and even more rarely do I ever find myself so completely absorbed in one such as Marauder."
The Plague
Sabrina Brooks remains in a coma at Bellevue Hospital, surrounded by government agents.
Meanwhile, another Nightcrawler has surfaced, continuing the struggle against Russian Mob and the Tryzub terror gang. Hoyt Wexford is now in charge of the NYPD's Nightcrawler Squad, ordered to apprehend the rogue crime fighter.
Time is of the essence as a new terror cell under the mysterious Apollyon arises. Their demand: a $100 million ransom, or they unleash a mutated Ebola strain upon the populace of NYC.
Is the new Nightcrawler their only hope, or can Hoyt find the masked avenger and learn his secrets before it is too late?
Praise for The Plague:
"Suspense, mystery and terrorists threats combine in this amazing read." - P.S. Winn, Amazon Review
Off Center In The Attic
Humor and nonsense, flights of fantasy into other realms, fright, disgust and disappointment, silliness and wonderment, and the sadness of reality and heartache.
It’s all here, and more, in stories that may leave you a little Off Center in the Attic.
Acting in a Coffin - A director plays a prank that backfires on a movie set.
The Wallflower - A woman compares herself to one who is the life of the party.
Pupule - A neighborhood gets a lesson in humility from a crazy old Hawaiian man.
To Soar - What a bird drops.
Out of Body - A man is shot and his brain goes through a metamorphosis.
Looking for Life - Never the right one.
Most Wanted - The killer of young boys remains at large.
Deadly Degrees in the Pyrenees
The ghastly murder of a local estate agent reveals unscrupulous business deals, which have the whole town talking. Michelle Moliner was not liked, but why would someone want to kill her?
The story unfolds told by Danielle: a single, thirty-something cop based in a small French town in the Eastern Pyrenees. Danielle’s friends may be in danger, and she must discover who the killer is before anyone else is harmed.
Deadly Degrees in the Pyrenees is the 5th book in the Death in the Pyrenees series. It’s about life, local events, colourful characters, prejudice, and of course death in a small French town. This is a standalone novel and can be enjoyed even if you haven't read other books in the series.
Penniless Souls
Twenty years after Penny’s Hawaiian adventure, she and her husband are moving to Las Vegas, Nevada.
But when they run out of gas in the Mojave Desert, the couple is rescued by a famous painter. The eccentric artist hires Penny to redecorate his property, while her husband finds work on a skyscraper on the Strip.
Things are looking up, until Penny hears rumors about human trafficking. When her daughter goes missing, Penny’s mothering instinct goes into high gear. But will a mother’s love make a difference, or does God hold all the cards?
Forty-eight hours is all Penny's got to rescue Lani, and the clock is ticking.
Pirates And Pickled Heads
A collection of valiant vessels and storied sea captains from years past, Pirates and Pickled Heads is an eclectic look at some of Scotland’s most unusual maritime stories.
Within four sections spanning the personalities, ships, places, and pirates of Scotland, you’ll discover an intriguing nautical history nestled among sweeping sea views and lush coastal landscapes.
From tales of warrior lords and privateers to the mystery of the Maggie Smith, and the strange legend of the remote island of Rona, you’ll explore the unique seafaring history of Scotland.
