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The Master Of Verona
"A delightful romp through the backstory of 'Romeo & Juliet." - Chicago Sun-Times
Cangrande della Scala is everything a man should be. Daring. Charming. Ruthless. To the poet Dante, he is the ideal Renaissance prince - until Dante’s son discovers a secret that could be Cangrande’s undoing.
Thrust into the betrayal surrounding Verona’s prince, Pietro Alighieri must navigate a rivalry that severs a friendship, divides a city, and sparks a feud that will produce Shakespeare’s famous star-crossed lovers, Romeo & Juliet.
Based on the plays of William Shakespeare, The Master Of Verona is a sweeping novel of Renaissance Italy. Filled with swashbuckling adventure and unrequited love, this epic journey recalls the best of Bernard Cornwell, Sharon Kay Penman, and Dorothy Dunnett.
Blood of Denebria
After a sinister alien race invades a peaceful planet, planning to eat its inhabitants, Jules Rammis has another heroic mission to accomplish.
Jules - telepath, astrobiologist and reluctant hero - has faced many nasty aliens in his adventures. But never a race so sinister that it invades the peaceful planet of Denebria specifically to use its people as a food supply.
Jules is drawn into the fray when his former father-in-law, retired Counter-Terrorist Captain Joe Hatch, convinces Jules to accompany his undercover team to Denebria. Jules must attempt to discover the invaders' homeworld and allow the World Alliance Forces to engage the brutal race on their own turf.
The Stars Like Ice
Jules Rammis, intrepid astrobiologist and telepath, receives a desperate call from his buddy Huff, a marsupial denizen of planet Kresthaven.
He's hiding from the fanatical religious crusaders whose leader, Lord Aburra, will use any means to gain control of Huff's people in the frozen north of the planet. Jules and his team arrive and search for Huff, but instead encounter an alliance of bizarre sea and land aliens waging a fierce civil war against Lord Aburra's forces.
Jules, ever the honorable hero, convinces the team to help overthrow Lord Aburra. But as the conflict rages, Jules wonders if he's dragged his team into a no-win situation that could result in the death of them all.
This is a standalone novel and can be enjoyed even if you haven't read other books in the series.
Fortune's Fool
Italy, 1326. While the brilliant, wily young Cesco is schooled in his new duties at the hand of a hard master, Pietro Alaghieri travels to Avignon, current seat of the Papacy, to fight his excommunication and plead for Cesco's legitimacy. He's unaware that an old foe has been waiting for this chance to ruin Pietro’s life and seize control of Verona for himself.
Separated from everyone he trusts, Cesco confronts his ambitious cousin, a mysterious murderer, and the Holy Roman Emperor himself. A harrowing series of adventures reveal a secret long hidden, one that threatens Cesco's only chance for true happiness.
The Secret of Altamura
It is 1943, and the Nazis control large parts of Italy. Colonel Anselm Bernhardt devotes his attention to stealing Italian art – and having his way with Italian women – but there is one great treasure that he covets even more.
In present day, his grandson swears to make amends for Bernhardt’s crimes, but is bitten by the same temptation. When he begins his search for the mysterious treasure in southern Italy, he discovers a secret that can change the course of history.
Based on historical events, The Secret of Altamura takes you back to the cloud of terror that hung over wartime Italy, and invites you to explore the secrets that were hidden from the Nazi invaders.
The Citadel
Great Britain is called upon by the American President to help neutralize an international terrorist threat.
Escalating tensions within the Russian Federation lead experts to believe there is a conspiracy to destabilize its Western rivals: a mysterious arms smuggling gang is suspected of bringing weapons into the US for a series of terror attacks.
Shanahan and Gawain are teamed with EUROPOL agent Lucretia Corcosa in an effort to infiltrate the ring, and assassinate its leaders. They are drawn deep into the world of arms trading, Corsican mob and Russian espionage.
Soon, the three have to confront the most dangerous enemy they have ever faced: The Citadel.
The Citadel is a standalone novel, and can be enjoyed even if you haven't read other books in the series.
The Tide of Terror
A telephone call to the local veterinarian's office breaks the peace of Alderney Island.
After several reports of injured animals in rapid succession, vet Jenny sets out to examine what might be causing the injuries.
Later the same night, she's roused from her sleep by strange sounds and an unnerving chill in the air. Something unnatural is lurking in the shadows, causing her stomach to churn with fear.
But what connects the mysterious attacks, the remains of a concentration camp on the island, and the dark, grotesque figure who consistently appears in Jenny's dreams?
On the small channel island, she must uncover the mystery... or die trying.
The Villagers
Nothing can prepare you for the secrets of The Villagers.
Olive and Geoffrey are happier than ever. After moving to the countryside to bring up their three young children, they are welcomed with open arms by the friendly residents of the chocolate box village.
But beyond the veil of rhododendrons and net curtains, there is something more. Just as Olive is settling in and starting to integrate with the community, she finds out that all is not as it first seemed.
As her discoveries become more and more sinister, Olive begins to fear for her own sanity, and has to make choices that will decide the fate of her family.
The Villagers paints an intriguing picture of a 1950s English country village, where not everyone is who they first appear to be.
The Seasiders
This seaside town holds more secrets than you could ever imagine.
Grace and Dick Thomas are the proud owners of the Sandybank Guest House, a pristine establishment set in a prime location overlooking the beach. Tourists come and go all year round, enjoying the beautiful setting and their host's wonderful culinary skills.
However, the permanent residents of this pretty coastal town cause net curtains to flutter and tongues to wag with their myriad of secrets and tales to be told.
Caught up in their midst, the Thomases live their lives regardless, checking guests in and checking guests out. But who holds the biggest secret of all?
Praise from readers:
★★★★★ - "If you like surprises, you’ll love reading The Seasiders."
The Congregation
England, 1970s. A bustling mining town awaits the arrival of their new vicar.
People don't know what to expect as the rather aloof Reverend Matthews descends upon his unfamiliar parish. Nevertheless, he is welcomed with open arms.
But after discovering a journal left by his predecessor, the clergyman begins to wonder what secrets lie behind the seemingly innocent lives of his congregation.
The Bishop's unexpected arrival has the vicar questioning his own past and a cloud descends upon his religious beliefs, bringing chaos to both himself and the townsfolk.
Written in an upbeat style, with dark humour and quirky characters, this classic British mystery is best savoured by the fire with a pot of tea.
Personal Violation
When a female executive is harassed and assaulted by the company’s CEO – and subsequently fired – a tenacious attorney is determined to seek justice.
Profoundly affected and facing the psychological impact of a violent sexual attack on a business trip, executive Sarah turns to lawyer Scott Winslow for legal representation when she reports the incident – and is immediately fired for alleged poor performance. As he prosecutes the case, Winslow must find a way to pull together concrete evidence amidst dueling perspectives.
Three Days In Heaven
After a heart attack, lawyer Tony Stanford finds himself not in this world, but on a heavenly golf course.
Not ready to believe he is dead, his wife, best friends and the doctors work against time to prove to the hospital board he's not really gone.
Even with its religious themes, Three Days In Heaven is a story a person of any faith can enjoy. Open-heart surgery, dying, and meeting up with God all seem like serious topics, but the book deals with them in a lighthearted and believable way.
Praise from readers:
★★★★★ - "Mark's book has forever changed how I look at life and the afterlife. It is truly a literary masterpiece. One for the ages."
★★★★★ - "God for the modern world."
In Gathering Shade
Held captive by the fanatical 8th Battalion, Mason Jerah is convinced he doesn't have long to live... and he isn't alone in his captivity. The Shadows have a plan; one that could mean freedom.
Meanwhile, operative Raven Ivany struggles against the forces aligning against Shades and Shadows - Shifters and Sages - and finds an unlikely companion in Zero, a teenage girl with a mysterious past and desire to prove herself.
L'Astronave di Cartone (Italian Edition)
Lewis Darby, uno scrittore di fantascienza di moderata fama, sta per vivere la più grande avventura della sua vita.
Lewis, soprannominato "Capitano", vive in una città dell'Indiana insieme a sua madre. Ciò che nessuno sa è che di tanto in tanto il Capitano scende in cantina, si infila di soppiatto dentro la vecchia scatola di un frigorifero e fa finta di trovarsi nell'abitacolo di un'astronave. Quello che invece lui non sa è che presto il destino verrà a bussare alla sua porta.
Beyond The Veil
Anthropologist Claire El-Badawy has spent the last ten years applying for grants for an Amazon jungle expedition. She wants to prove her theory of the Trans-Atlantic connection between Africa and South America that existed five thousand years ago. When a lost bushman is found deep in the rainforest, Claire finally wins the support of the university.
Owen Macleod’s life has been one long trek after another, guiding tourists and aiding the indigenous people against the mining companies. Owen has nobody left in his life except for the people along the river, and his tramping partner, Manny. When Owen hears of the opportunity to break free of the tourist trade, he jumps at it.Soon, the headstrong anthropologist and the wanderlust jungle guide are thrown together in pursuit of their dreams.
All Saints
After the discovery of two bodies, Detective Inspector Andy Ross and Detective Sergeant Izzie Drake must lead their team in a race against time to prevent further atrocities.
Clues point towards the enigmatic priest, Father Gerald Byrne, who has recently returned to the city of his birth.
But what connects Byrne to the graveyard murders, a young girl's suicide, and a former mental asylum?
Praise:
★★★★★ - "The character development is excellent, as is the interaction among the characters. If you like murder mysteries with solid police work, this one is for you."
★★★★★ - "Well crafted and exciting from the first page to the last. Highly recommended."
A Surprise for Christine
A woman sits on a city bus, reflecting on her life — do both need change in direction?
Is it possible that a single pea left on plate can change one’s future?
What dark secrets are revealed by an old suitcase?
And will the surprise for Christine go according to plan?
Eileen Thornton's A Surprise for Christine is a collection of twelve sweet, lighthearted, and romantic stories sure to brighten even the darkest of days.
Praise:
★★★★★ - "A delightful treat."
★★★★★ - "Great assortment of enjoyable short stories."
Alicia And The Light Bulb People
Where do light bulbs go when they burn out? Do they stay dead forever, or can they be regenerated to live a brand new life with a brand new purpose?
If they’re lucky, they go to Star Factory 13 to become glorious stars in the sky... after they pass a rigorous personality test given by Carelia the Light Goddess, that is.
But how in the world did 10-year-old Alicia end up in Star Factory 13? All she did was go shopping with her Mother to buy a new lamp for her bedroom. Could there really have been some magic in that department store Christmas tree - or perhaps it was the ride in the elevator with the Golden Door that did it. The elevator button said “Press Me” and Alicia willingly obliged.
Beautiful Rose
Jilted by his beloved, wealthy Spanish landowner Don Vidal Salazar feels he no longer has a reason to live.
On the run from a scandalous past, Vidal’s English translator and secretary, Rosalind Carlisle, makes an offer he can’t refuse—a night of resplendent passion. A year later, neither of them can forget the tender liaison. Heart free and ready to try again at love, Vidal offers Rosalind her heart's desire.
But can the couple, both healing from painful betrayals, find love in each other’s arms - or will cruel fate tear them apart forever?
A Barrow Boy's Cadenza
Surviving a terrorist explosion, a tutu incident, and a night of celebratory drinking, hungover hero DCI Jack Austin proposes an ill-advised alliance with a newly-turned criminal informant.
After a string of high-profile murders is committed, Austin goes deep undercover – and uncovers a villainous scheme that threatens the Star Chamber.
His world turned upside down, Austin needs to rely on courage, skill and improbable luck. But can he bring the perpetrators of the far-reaching scheme to justice?
