Historical adventure fiction
Transworld Publishers Ltd Wings of the Storm
Book SynopsisA Viking saga of warmongering, honour and loyalty from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Lancelot, Giles Kristian. Perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Games of Thrones.A fitting end to a trilogy that fans of Bernard Cornwell should devour -- THE TIMESThe master storyteller...whose books throw the reader headlong into the Viking age. -- BEN KANEThis remains Viking writing at its best: thrilling in it truest sense, heart-rendering and, yes, glorious. -- MANDA SCOTTProbably the best Viking saga I have ever read -- ***** Reader review Wonderfully written and researched, the whole series makes the entire Nordic world come alive -- ***** Reader reviewThis trilogy is gripping from start to finish -- ***** Reader review*****************************************THE GODS MUST BE FAVOURED...Norway, AD 785. A wild place, a plaTrade ReviewA fitting end to a trilogy that fans of Bernard Cornwell should devour. The big set-piece battle that completes the book is one of the best that I have ever read. -- Antonia Senior * THE TIMES *‘Warrior-like and bloody, homely and heartfelt, ranging across oceans, yet nestled around hearth fires, Giles Kristian’s writing transports you through the Viking world as the thrum, rhythm and holler of the battle field rings out from the page. Wings of the Storm isn't simply an historical novel – it is the glorious embodiment of a time of adventure and passion, of dying old worlds and thrilling new encounters.’ * DR JANINA RAMIREZ *This concludes, in magnificent fashion, Giles Kristian's mighty Viking saga . . . with this marvellous trilogy complete, now is the time to immerse yourself in it, beginning with God of Vengeance. -- Kate Atherton * SUNDAY EXPRESS *What more could we ask for than a thrilling conclusion to Giles Kristian’s epic saga of vengeance and betrayal? Written in his glorious poetic prose with the lift and lilt of the waves beneath every sentence, the sense of the gods pressing in on each page, this remains Viking writing at its best: thrilling in its truest sense, heart-rending, and, yes, glorious… * MANDA SCOTT *Nobody writes Viking adventures with the panache, power and sheer plausibility of Giles Kristian . . . with supreme skill and a genuine passion, Kristian weaves what little we know about the religion, culture and codes of Dark Ages Scandinavia into a novel that grips like a limpet on the rocky Norwegian coast and rings absolutely true from first to last. The book plunges you into a gore-drenched, glory-decked time of treacherous jarls and lethal shieldmaidens; a time of dark magic and human sacrifice, of wild hunts and vicious feuds, a time of blood-letting and betrayal. But it is also a time of comradeship and selflessness, when the bonds forged between men, and women, can endure beyond death. It’s a time you may never want to leave. * ANGUS DONALD *
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Hodder & Stoughton Invasion
Book Synopsis''Paints a vivid picture of life aboard the mighty ship-of-the-line'' - Daily ExpressNapoleon''s forces are poised to invade Britain, and Commander Thomas Kydd''s ship is at the forefront of the fleet defending the English coast. His honour restored after temporary disgrace in the Channel Islands, and reunited with his ship Teazer, Kydd seizes the chance to fight for his country. Then Kydd is abruptly withdrawn from the fleet and sent back to Dover on a secret mission to guard a mysterious American inventor. Having worked his way up from press-ganged seaman to captain of his own ship, Kydd is furious to find he will miss his opportunity to prove himself in battle. And Kydd''s baffled superiors are equally angry to lose Kydd and his ship at such a dangerous time. Yet Kydd''s role in the approaching war may be the most crucial part he has ever played.*********************What readers are saying about INVASION''Excellent in all respects'' - 5 stars''Very compelling reading!'' - 5 stars''I read ALL of the books by Julian Stockwin, he is an amazing author'' - 5 stars''Yet another top-notch tale from the grand master of the age of fighting sail'' - 5 stars''Julian Stockwin knows his craft . . . I lose myself in his books'' - 5 starsTrade ReviewAnother thundering good read for those who love seagoing stories in the Hornblower mould * Peterborough Evening Telegraph on TREACHERY *Another ripping yarn * Good Book Guide on TREACHERY *I was soon turning the pages almost indecently fast...Roll on, the promised adventures of Kydd and Renzi * Independent on KYDD *Stockwin paints a vivid picture of life aboard the mighty ship-of-the-line...the harsh naval discipline, the rancid food, and the skill of the common sailor are all skilfully evoked. * Daily Express on KYDD *Stockwin is a born storyteller and, with his series of intriguing sub-plots, a man with a vivid imagination. Importantly, his research is accurate and first class. Treachery is highly recommended. * Flagship on TREACHERY *An absorbing tale * Firetrench on TREACHERY *
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Penguin Books Ltd A Ship of War Charles Hayden Book 3 Charles
Book SynopsisA Ship of War is a stunning new maritime adventure from Top Ten bestselling author Sean Thomas Russell, following the great success of A Battle Won and Under Enemy Colours. For fans of Bernard Cornwell and Patrick O''Brian, A Ship of War is the third instalment in the electrifying historical series of Charles Hayden and the Themis.''Hayden kept his eye fixed upon the chasing ship...The screech of an iron ball passed narrowly by. There was no room now for error''1794. As the terror rages in France, Captain Charles Hayden leaves Plymouth with orders to gather intelligence from a spy off the Le Havre coast. But the enemy lies in wait. In the foulest of weather, Hayden''s seamanship is tested to the limit and a terrifying cat and mouse chase begins. Faced with a powerful French squadron Hayden knows he must elude capture at any cost. In his possession are details of an imminent attack on British soil which must be deliver
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Hodder & Stoughton Insurrection
Book SynopsisWhere Game of Thrones sets kingdoms at war within a fantasy world, the Insurrection trilogy is based on the breath-taking true story of Robert the Bruce's battle to become king.Trade ReviewImmaculately researched and carefully written, evoking a very particular - and largely unexplored - time and place. The fights are sensational. * Daily Telegraph *Young's fans will not be disappointed as she meticulously ploughs through the sweep of history and brings to life one of its most enigmatic characters * Daily Mail *It is so graphic you can immediately put yourself there, imagining the faces and the clash of weapons. It also elaborates on the historical context and fleshes out the characters. It draws you in and is a compelling novel you cannot put down. So much research must have gone into the book; the detail is incredible. I enjoyed it so much. * The BBC Radio 2 Simon Mayo Book Club *Richly worked and captivating . . . an epic story of war, intrigue and heroism * Good Book Guide on BRETHREN *The fast and furious start to a majestic new trilogy * Women and Home *Leads you in swiftly and doesn't let you go * Australian Women's Weekly *This tale captures the struggles of a tumultuous time * Australian Daily Telegraph *another fine novel by Young and a promising start to an exciting new series * Canberra Times *This is a big book, and the trilogy a huge project to undertake. From the evidence so far, Young's fans will not be disappointed as she meticulously ploughs through the sweep of history and brings to life one of its most enigmatic characters * Daily Mail *Action-packed historical novel about Robert The Bruce. A fighting start to a new trilogy. * Sun *Ideal for anyone who loves historical fiction and anyone else who wants a well written and intricate read * Sentinel (Staffordshire) *A cracking plot and charismatic characters are set against the convincingly researched background of the violent, gory Anglo-Scottish civil wars * Saga *Given the events are fixed in historical fiction, the trick is to find supplementary reasons for actions, and Young's conceit - that Edward I is trying to capture four relics (one of which is the Stone of Destiny) - gives a great ulterior motivation. The learning is never cumbersome, a deft trick when describing medieval warfare in all its clunking barbarism. * Scotsman *Young writes with remarkable accuracy, action-packed efficiency and gut-wrenching violence * The Times on REQUIEM *An outstanding contemporary writer * Kate Mosse on Robyn Young *A sweeping historical adventure as well as a cracking sequel * Financial Times on CRUSADE *One of the best historical debuts in recent memory. Exciting and enthralling. * John Connolly on BRETHREN *Wonderful . . . loaded with atmosphere, action, and intrigue * Steve Berry on BRETHREN *Like Young's other historical novels, INSURRECTION is meticulously researched . . . a treat for any fans of the Scottish Wars of Independence. * Historical Novel Review *
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Cornerstone In Gallant Company
Book SynopsisAnother gripping maritime adventure from multi-million copy seller Alexander Kent, furthering the adventures of much loved Richard Bolitho. Fans of Patrick O''Brian and C. S. Forester will not be disappointed!''One of our foremost writers of naval fiction'' - THE SUNDAY TIMES''Shipwreck, survival...a spirited battle...a splendid yarn'' - THE TIMES''A great read that I couldn''t put down. Have to say - better than Hornblower, Lewrie etc'' -- ***** Reader review''Once you start it''s hard to put down'' -- ***** Reader review''Kept me enthralled'' -- ***** Reader review''Great read from start to finish'' -- ***** Reader review*********************************************************************1777: the revolution in America has erupted into a full-scale war.The navy''s main task is to prevent military supplies from reaching Washington''s armTrade Review'Shipwreck, survival ... a spirited battle ... a splendid yarn' The TimesPraise for Alexander Kent: 'One of our foremost writers of naval fiction' Sunday Times
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Oxford University Press King Solomons Mines
Book SynopsisAllan Quatermain leads an expedition in search of a missing man and the fabled King Solomon's mines in deepest Africa. His exciting adventures captivated readers, and this new edition looks at Haggard's own African experiences and colonial attitudes to native tribes and the ravages of the British Empire.Trade ReviewMy grandfather used to tell me about King Solomon's Mines; how he repeatedly gave up on the book before he waseventually won over by this tale of Allan Quatermain, a hunter who leads an expedition in search of a vanished English explorer in the African jungle ... And my grandfather was right: the narrative has all the unstoppable momentum of a charging rhinoceros. * David Evans, Independent on Sunday *
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HarperCollins Publishers Inca Gold Clive Cussler
Book SynopsisThe twelfth hair-raising Dirk Pitt thriller sees the adventurer hunt for a fabulous hoard of Inca gold, before the richest prize known to man is lost forever.ACTION-PACKED ADVENTUREA call for help from a stricken archaeological expedition brings Dirk Pitt to a sacred well, high in the Andes. There he confronts a band of ruthless art thieves, who plunder ancient sites for their precious artefacts.But soon Dirk Pitt faces even graver danger, as he searches for a lost Spanish galleon and hunts for a fabulous hoard of Inca gold. And in a desperate race against time, Pitt must track down a sacred site before the richest prize known to man is lost to the world foreverTrade ReviewPraise for Clive Cussler: ‘Just about the best storyteller in the business’ New York Post ‘Cussler is hard to beat’ Daily Mail ‘The Adventure King’ Sunday Express ‘Frightening and full of suspense … unquestionably entertaining’ Daily Express ‘Much fun, crisply told, with exciting special effects’ Kirkus Review ‘Clive Cussler is the guy I read’ Tom Clancy ‘No holds barred adventure … a souped-up treat’ Daily Mirror ‘Clive Cussler and Dirk Pitt are the first names in adventure’Stephen Coonts ‘Clive Cussler has no equal’ Publishers Weekly
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HarperCollins Publishers The Eight
Book SynopsisThe globally bestselling thriller that paved the way for THE DA VINCI CODE and countless copycat conspiracy novels.In the 8th century AD Ibn al''Arabi, the Moorish governor of Barcelona, bestowed a magnificent gift upon Charlemagne, Holy Emperor of half of the known world: a chess set with the power to transform the course of history.New York City, 1970. Catherine ''Cat'' Velis, a computer expert working for one of the world''s largest accountancy firms, is sent on a dangerous assignment to retrieve an object of immeasurable value from somewhere in the remote reaches of Algeria.Montglane Abbey, France 1790, Mireille de Remy and her cousin Valentine are young novices at the fortress-like Montglane Abbey. With France aflame in revolution, the two girls burn to rebel against constricted convent life and their means of escape is at hand. Buried deep within the abbey are pieces of the Montglane Chess Service, once owned by Charlemagne. Whoever reassembles the pieces can play a game of unliTrade Review‘Katherine Neville has a remarkable ability to weave strands of history into one vivid tale. Readers who love culture, travel, and, of course, the detective work of research, will delight in this work.’ Elizabeth Kostova, author of ‘The Historian’ ‘Stellar… The story’s relentless pace is matched by characters both sympathetic and real.’ Publishers Weekly ‘Readers thrilled by The Da Vinci Code will relish the multi-layered secrets of The Eight.’Matthew Pearl, author of ‘The Dante Club’
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HarperCollins Publishers The Banned Books of Berlin
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HarperCollins Publishers The Strangled Queen The Accursed Kings Book 2
Book SynopsisThis was the original game of thrones' George R.R. MartinThe King is dead. Long live the King.Philip IV is dead and his great kingdom is in disarray. It seems the fatal curse of the Templars is plaguing the royal house of France.His son has been enthroned as Louis X; but with his disgraced wife Marguerite imprisoned in the Chateau Gaillard for her adultery, Louis can produce no heir with which to secure the succession. But neither can he marry again while she livesThe web of scandal, murder and intrigue that once wove itself around the court of the Iron King continues to draw in his descendants, as the destruction of his dynasty continues apace.Trade Review‘Iron kings and strangled queens, battles and betrayals, lies and lust, the curse of the Templars, the doom of a great dynasty – and all of it (well, most of it) straight from the pages of history, and believe me, the Starks and the Lannisters have nothing on the Capets and Plantagenets. Whether you are a history buff or a fantasy fan, Druon's epic will keep you turning pages. This was the original game of thrones’GEORGE R.R. MARTIN ‘Blood-curdling tale of intrigue, murder, corruption and sexual passion’SUNDAY TIMES ‘Barbaric, sensual, teeming with life, based in wide reading and sound scholarship…among the best historical novels’ TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT
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Penguin Books Ltd King Solomons Mines
Book SynopsisThree men trek to the remote African interior in search of a lost friend - and reach, at the end of a perilous journey, an unknown land cut off from the world, where terrible dangers threaten anyone who ventures near the spectacular diamond mines of King Solomon...Trade Review“A peculiarly thrilling and vigorous tale of adventure.” —Andrew Lang
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Headline Publishing Group Act of Mercy Sister Fidelma Mysteries Book 8 A
Book SynopsisSuper sleuth Sister Fidelma returns in the eighth historical mystery by Peter Tremayne, acclaimed author of THE MONK WHO VANISHED, VALLEY OF THE SHADOW and many more.PRAISE FOR ACT OF MERCY: ''Wonderfully evocative'' The Times When Sister Fidelma sets out on a pilgrimage in the autumn of AD 666, her main preoccupation is to reflect on her commitment to the religious life and her relationship with the Saxon monk, Eadulf, whom she has left behind. Complications arise during the first night on the ship when one of the pilgrims is apparently washed overboard. The discovery of a blood-stained robe raises the question of murder and Fidelma finds herself having to focus all her abilities on solving the mystery. Death dogs the tiny band of pilgrims in the close confines of the ship, but is not until the Holy Shrine is almost reached that the amazing truth is uncovered... What readers are saying about ACT OF MERCY:''I never tire Trade ReviewThe background detail is brilliantly defined... Wonderfully evocative * THE TIMES *'The background detail is brilliantly defined... Wonderfully evocative' The Times'Crammed with interesting snippets of information that give the characters a credence. His style is racy, his dialogue sharp' Historical Novel Review'Sister Fidelma is fast becoming a world ambassador of ancient Irish culture' Irish Post'Definitely an Ellis Peters competitor...the background detail is marvellous' Evening Standard'A triumph! Plenty of red herrings, plots and sub-plots...He succeeds in bringing the ancient world to life...The novels are admirable' Mike Ashley, Mystery Scene'A heroine whom many readers will willingly follow' Kirkus Reviews'One of the most interesting sleuths to come on the scene in recent years' Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine'I believe I have a tendresse for Sister Fidelma. Ingeniously plotted...subtly paced...written with conviction, a feel for the time, and a chilly air of period authenticity. A series to cultivate' Jack AdrianCrammed with interesting snippets of information that give the characters a credence. His style is racy, his dialogue sharp * HISTORICAL NOVEL REVIEW *
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Headline Publishing Group Sins of the Wolf William Monk Mystery Book 5 A
Book SynopsisWhen nurse Hestor Latterly accompanies the elderly Mrs Mary Farraline on a short trip to London, her only medical duty is to ensure her charming patient takes her heart medicine. But Mrs Farraline dies during the night. When her missing brooch ''turns up'' in Hester''s possession she is arrested for theft, until a post-mortem reveals a lethal dose of medicine in Mrs Farraline''s body, and the charge becomes murder. Inspector William Monk must find a killer amongst the aloof Farraline clan, and in a Scottish courtroom the family''s secrets will be exposed - or buried for ever.
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Headline Publishing Group Defend and Betray William Monk Mystery Book 3 An
Book SynopsisAfter a brilliant military career in India, General Thaddeus Carlyon finally meets death not in the frenzy of battle, but at a London dinner party, in what appears to be a freak accident. But the General''s beautiful wife readily confesses that she killed him - a story she clings to even under the shadow of the gallows. Investigator William Monk, nurse Hestor Latterly and Oliver Rathbone, counsel for the defence, work feverishly to break down the silence of the accused and her husband''s proud family; and with the trial only days away they inch towards the appalling heart of the mystery.
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Headline Publishing Group A Funeral in Blue William Monk Mystery Book 12
Book SynopsisWhen her brother arrives on her doorstep, Hester Monk is shocked - as much by the unexpectedness of the visit as by the reason for it. For since her marriage to Monk, Charles and his elegant wife, Imogen, have kept their distance. But now Charles needs Hester''s help. He believes Imogen is having an affair - there can be no other explanation for her recent strange behaviour. However, before Hester is able to investigate, a tragedy occurs. In a nearby artist''s studio two women have been brutally killed. Having left the police force with extreme ill feeling between himself and his superior, the last thing Monk wants to do is face the demons of his past. But, in the course of his work, Monk is left with no choice but to visit his old adversary, Runcorn, and involve himself with the sensational murder case.Trade ReviewAnne Perry's novels are New York Times bestsellers and have earned much critical acclaim: 'Give her a good murder and a shameful social evil, and Anne Perry can write a Victorian mystery that would make Dickens' eyes pop out * New York Times Book Review *A totally contemporary feel ... admirably well-written * Guardian *Her Victorian England pulsates with life and is peopled with wonderfully memorable characters * Faye Kellerman *A complex plot supported by superb storytelling ... and William Monk, a contender for the post of Most Original Investigator in recent fiction * Scotland on Sunday *
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Atlantic Books Lightborne
Book SynopsisA stunning debut on queer love, betrayal and survival in the Elizabethan Age from a vital new voice in historical fiction
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Little, Brown Book Group Alibi
Book SynopsisThe year is 1946. A stunned Europe is beginning its slow recovery from the ravages of World War II. Adam Miller has come to Venice to visit his widowed mother and forget the horrors he witnessed as a US Army war crimes investigator in Germany. But when Adam falls in love with Claudia, a Jewish woman scarred by her devastating experiences during the war, he is forced to confront a Venice haunted by atrocities it would rather forget.Beneath the dream-like façade he discovers a city in which everyone was compromised by occupation, not least Gianni Maglione, the suave and enigmatic Venetian who is both his mother''s new suitor and the man responsible for much of Claudia''s suffering. When the troubled past erupts in violent murder, Adam finds himself at the centre of a torturous web in which the most valuable thing is not a stone-cold alibi, but the truth itself.The truth will out in this fantastic mystery from the author of Leaving Berlin and The Good GermaTrade ReviewMagnificent * Minette Walters *Kanon writes for grown-ups, not for day-dreamers. That's why he is so good. * Allan Massie, SCOTSMAN *That rare thing - a thriller to stimulate heart and mind. * DAILY MAIL *A phenomenal third novel ... a fantastic read. * SUNDAY EXPRESS *
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Little, Brown Book Group Lancelot Legends of Camelot 4 Arthur the King
Book SynopsisA mighty warriorA faithful friendAn immortal loveAs Arthur forges a union in Britain, across the sea a royal son is denied his birthright. The Romans are gone and war is coming to Gaul.In an age of cruelty and barbarism, Lancelot - known as Clothar - has been raised to champion justice and righteousness, but as his boyhood world in Gaul disintegrates, he seeks sanctuary in a new home: Britain.There he finds Arthur Pendragon, newly crowned High King, who, dreams, like Clothar himself, of living in a better world. The friendship of these men, and the love they share for a woman, will grow into Britain''s most enduring legend.Discover the most authentic telling of the Arthurian legend ever written
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Headline Publishing Group Young Bloods Wellington and Napoleon 1
Book SynopsisAs two mighty empires embark on a bloody duel, Napoleon Bonaparte and the future Duke of Wellington prepare for battle. The first novel in Simon Scarrow's Sunday Times bestselling Wellington and Napoleon quartet.Trade Review'A fine tale of romance and conflict' * Nottingham Evening Post *'One of the great duels in history, between two of its most fascinating characters. Simon Scarrow brings Wellington and Napoleon to life with a vengeance' * Paul Strathern, author of Napoleon in Egypt *'Scarrow plunges into the aftermath of the French Revolution for another rip-roaring adnventure story' * Yorkshire Evening Post *'This is a promising start to a series that shows great potential' * Good Book Guide *'[YOUNG BLOODS] is well written, researched and a pleasure to read. Recommended' * Historical Novels Review *'The characters are real, so too the battles... brought vividly to life with the thriller writer's skill' * Nottingham Evening Post *
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Headline Publishing Group The Fields of Death
Book SynopsisTHE FIELDS OF DEATH is the epic final novel in Simon Scarrow''s bestselling Wellington and Napoleon Quartet. Essential reading for fans of Bernard Cornwell.1809. Viscount Wellington and Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte have made their mark as military commanders. Lifelong enemies, they both believe their armies are strong enough to destroy any rival. But in war victory can never be certain.While Wellington''s success continues in Spain, Napoleon feels the sting of failure. Yet despite a disastrous Russian campaign and humiliating defeat at Leipzig, he persists in fighting on.With Napoleon''s power waning, the newly titled Duke of Wellington is perfectly placed to crush the tyrant. But his enemy refuses to surrender, and so the two giants must face a final reckoning on the bloody battlefield of Waterloo...Trade Review'Tremendous' * Daily Express *'A rip-roaring read' * Mail on Sunday *One of the great duels in history, between two of its most fascinating characters. Simon Scarrow brings Wellington and Napoleon to life with a vengeance -- Paul Strathern, author of Napoleon in Egypt'The characters are real, so too the battles... brought vividly to life with the thriller writer's skill' * Nottingham Evening Post *'I really don't need this kind of competition' * Bernard Cornwell *
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Headline Publishing Group Nightshade Hugh Corbett Mysteries Book 16
Book SynopsisJanuary 1304 and Hugh Corbett, devoted emissary of King Edward I, has been charged with yet another dangerous mission. Scrope, an unscrupulous manor lord, has reneged on his promise to hand over a priceless ornate cross he stole from the Templars during the Crusades. Furthermore, he has massacred as heretics fourteen members of a religious order, whose corpses now hang in the woods near Mistleham in Essex. The King, determined to restore order, sends Corbett to Mistleham in his stead. But as Corbett reaches the troubled village, it becomes obvious that the situation has worsened. A mysterious bowman has appeared, killing townspeople at random. Is one of the Brethren responsible, or have the Templars arrived to wreak revenge? Can Corbett restore Mistleham to peace, and return the treasure to the King, before further blood is shed?Trade ReviewPraise for Paul Doherty and his other novels: 'Resurrectionist magic * New York Times *The best of its kind since the death of Ellis Peters * Time Out *I really like these medieval whodunnits * Bookseller *Historically informative, excellently plotted and, as ever, superbly entertaining * CADS 20 *This rich tale ... seeps authenticity and is written with wonderfully efficient style. A gem of an historical thriller * Huddersfield Daily Examiner *The maestro of medieval mystery * Books Magazine *Doherty dazzles with his story-telling * Nottingham Evening Post *
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Headline Publishing Group Murders Immortal Mask Ancient Roman Mysteries
Book SynopsisSeptember 314 AD and once more death strikes the sprawling streets of Imperial Rome. When two prostitutes are found murdered - their bodies ripped open and their right eyes gouged out - it''s feared a notorious killer, the Nefandus, has returned. Rumoured to be an imperial officer, he once waged bloody murder amongst Rome''s prostitutes but vanished before his identity could be discovered. Has he reappeared, or is someone working in his guise? Desperate to retain order, the Empress Helena turns to her most trusted agent, Claudia. Helena commands her to discover the truth behind the Nefandus, before Rome descends further into chaos and confusion.Trade ReviewPraise for Paul Doherty and his other novels: 'Resurrectionist magic * New York Times *The best of its kind since the death of Ellis Peters * Time Out *I really like these medieval whodunnits * Bookseller *Historically informative, excellently plotted and, as ever, superbly entertaining * CADS 20 *This rich tale ... seeps authenticity and is written with wonderfully efficient style. A gem of an historical thriller * Huddersfield Daily Examiner *The maestro of medieval mystery * Books Magazine *Doherty dazzles with his story-telling * Nottingham Evening Post *
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Headline Publishing Group A Christmas Beginning Christmas Novella 5 A
Book SynopsisThe fifth in Anne Perry''s series of charming Christmas novellas.For Superintendent Runcorn, Christmas has rarely looked so bleak. Believing that a change of scenery may help him finally forget Melisande Ewart, Runcorn heads for the beautiful, desolate Isle of Anglesey. Any hopes of Christmas passing quietly are dashed, however, when he discovers Melisande is also in Anglesey and, moreover, that she is engaged to another man. Then the local vicar''s sister is found murdered and Melisande''s brother is implicated in the crime. Determined to assist Melisande in her time of need, Runcorn resolves to find the killer. Is it possible in doing so, that he will also win the heart of his one true love?Trade ReviewPraise for Anne Perry's other Christmas novellas: 'This brief work has an almost Jamesian subtlety, and with its powerful message of responsibility and redemption - "We need both to forgive and to be forgiven" - it conveys a moral force in keeping with the season * Wall Street Journal *The tale is redolent with Victorian atmosphere, from the hypocritical snobbishness to the rigid social conventions of the time * Tangled Web *If you don't have a lump in your throat by the time you finish the final few pages, you shouldn't have had all that sherry * Yorkshire Evening Post *
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Penguin Books Ltd Foe
Book SynopsisJ. M. Coetzee was born in Cape Town, South Africa in 1940. The author of some fifteen novels and winner of numerous awards, Coetzee is the first author to have been awarded the Booker Prize twice: for Life & Times of Michael K in 1983 and for Disgrace in 1999. In 2003 he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature. He lives in Australia.Trade ReviewA small miracle of a book...of marvellous intricacy and overwhelming power * Washington Post *A finely honed testament to its author's intelligence, imagination and skill * The New York Times *
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Headline Publishing Group The Year of the Cobra Akhenaten Trilogy Book 3 A
Book SynopsisThe young Pharoah Tutankhamun is unwell, but there is no heir apparent. Egypt''s enemies, the Hittites, are advancing through Canaan, and Ay - First Minister of Akenhaten, father of Nefertiti, brother of Queen Tiye - still plots, like the spider he is. The web is woven, the traps set...Trade ReviewPraise for Paul Doherty's other novels: 'I really like these medieval whodunnits * Bookseller *A romping good read * Time Out *Historically informative, excellently plotted and, as ever, superbly entertaining * CADS 20 *This rich tale ... seeps authenticity and is written with wonderfully efficient style. A gem of an historical thriller * Huddersfield Daily Examiner *
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Headline Publishing Group badgersmoon
Book SynopsisSuper sleuth Sister Fidelma returns in BADGER''S MOON, the thirteenth historical mystery by Peter Tremayne, acclaimed author THE HAUNTED ABBOT, SMOKE IN THE WIND and many more.PRAISE FOR THE SISTER FIDELMA SERIES: ''Rich helpings of evil and tension with lively and varied characters'' Historical Novels Review, ''The detail of the books is fascinating, giving us a vivid picture of everyday life at this time'' Irish Examiner A series of horrific murders has brought terror to the Kingdom of Muman. The victims, all young girls, were slaughtered with unspeakable violence on the nights of three consecutive full moons. Suspicion falls on three dark strangers from the distant land of Aksum (Ethiopia), who are guests at the Abbey of Finbarr. A panic-stricken mob attacks the abbey, leaving the religious in fear for their lives. Sister Fidelma and Brother Eadulf are called in to restore order and find the killer, but it soon becomes clear thaTrade ReviewPraise for the Sister Fidelma Series: 'Definitely an Ellis Peters competitor * Evening Standard *This is masterly storytelling from an author who breathes fascinating life into the worth he is writing about * Belfast Telegraph *A compulsive readable whodunit fronted by one of the most reliably intriguing characters to grace the pages of the genre * Booklist *Tremayne's super-sleuth is a vibrant creation * Morgan Llywelyn *A brilliant and beguiling heroine. Immensely appealing * Publishers Weekly *
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Headline Publishing Group Master Of Souls Sister Fidelma Mysteries Book 16
Book SynopsisSister Fidelma must find the link that connects the mysterious crimes in MASTER OF SOULS, Peter Tremayne''s brilliant sixteenth novel in the ever-popular Sister Fidelma mystery series.PRAISE FOR THE SISTER FIDELMA SERIES: ''A compulsive readable whodunit fronted by one of the most reliably intriguing characters to grace the pages of the genre'' BooklistOn a storm-driven night, wreckers drive a ship onto rocks off the coast of Ireland. An Abbess leading a pilgrimage is killed and the young religieuse with her abducted. An ageing scholar is murdered in the Abbey of Ard Fhearta. Do these events have a connection?Sister Fidelma and Brother Eadulf go to Ard Fhearta to examine the mystery. But the abbey stands in the territory of the Uí Fidgente, enemies of Fidelma and her brother, the King of Cashel, and danger threatens Fidelma and Eadulf from the moment of their arrival.What is the link that connects the crimes? Who is the mysteriousTrade ReviewPraise for the Sister Fidelma Series: 'Definitely an Ellis Peters competitor * Evening Standard *This is masterly storytelling from an author who breathes fascinating life into the worth he is writing about * Belfast Telegraph *A compulsive readable whodunit fronted by one of the most reliably intriguing characters to grace the pages of the genre * Booklist *Tremayne's super-sleuth is a vibrant creation * Morgan Llywelyn *A brilliant and beguiling heroine. Immensely appealing * Publishers Weekly *
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Orion Publishing Co The Kings Gold The Adventures of Captain
Book SynopsisIn this fourth instalment, Captain Alatriste becomes involved in a mission to save the King of Spain''s gold... Swashbuckling adventure and high octane action.The year is 1626, and a battle-weary Captain Alatriste and his companions sail home from the on-going war in Flanders. He returns to a Spain that is rotten to the core, as gold from the Americas floods into the port of Seville, brought by the country''s infamous treasure fleet.As various factions within the Court vie for supremacy, certain interests are creaming off undeclared profits from the galleons'' cargo, thus depriving the royal treasury of its lifeblood. Indeed some of the booty is finding its way into the hands of the same rebel provinces Spain is fighting to suppress.The King and his most trusted advisor, the Count-Duke Olivares, have become aware of one such plot and have decided to teach the perpetrator a lesson. Once more, they must call upon Captain Alatriste''s blade in a dangerousTrade Reviewanother swashbuckling thriller set in the turbulent 17th century * GOOD BOOK GUIDE *
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Headline Publishing Group A Christmas Secret Christmas Novella 4 A
Book SynopsisDecember 1890: Eleven days before Christmas, Clarice and her husband, Reverend Dominic Corde, arrive in the idyllic village of Cottisham to watch over the Reverend Wynter''s flock, whilst he takes a richly deserved holiday.With its village green and thatched cottages, Cottisham is a far cry from the bleak London parish they''ve left behind. But Clarice can''t shake the feeling that the welcoming smiles of the locals are hiding dark secrets. When a shocking discovery confirms her suspicions, Clarice can''t resist investigating. Could it be that the Reverend is not all that he seems? Are there black sheep in the fold? One thing is certain: Clarice is determined to uncover the truth. Even if it means putting her own life in danger.Trade ReviewPraise for Anne Perry's other Christmas novellas: 'This brief work has an almost Jamesian subtlety, and with its powerful message of responsibility and redemption - "We need both to forgive and to be forgiven" - it conveys a moral force in keeping with the season * Wall Street Journal *The tale is redolent with Victorian atmosphere, from the hypocritical snobbishness to the rigid social conventions of the time * Tangled Web *If you don't have a lump in your throat by the time you finish the final few pages, you shouldn't have had all that sherry * Yorkshire Evening Post *
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Transworld Publishers Ltd An Act Of Courage
Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR Allan Mallinson brings us another compelling and deeply atmospheric adventure featuring Matthew Hervey. If you like Patrick O''Brian, Bernard Cornwell and CS Forester, you will love this! Most impressive...Mallinson reinforces his position as a master of narrative military history -- THE TIMESAs good on the details of the workings of a cavalry regiment in 1820 as ever Patrick O''Brian was on the workings of an 1820 warship -- SPECTATORWhat a pleasure...concentrating on the battle of Talavera and the investment of Badajoz, both sparklingly described, he plays to his undoubted strengths - OBSERVERThe atmosphere and authenticity continues to work its spell all the way through. -- ***** Reader reviewHighly enjoyable novel. Great story. Thoroughly recommend for lovers of adventure novels. -- ***** Reader reviewA truly outstandTrade Review'Irresistible...Mallinson reinforces his position as a master of narrative military history' * THE TIMES *'He is back...writing once more with fluidity and power. By concentrating on the battle of Talavera and the investment of Badajoz, both sparklingly described, he plays to his undoubted strengths...rich in detail and impeccable wit' * OBSERVER *'Mallinson's descriptions of what it's like to be on a campaign are as compelling, vivid and plausible as in any war novel I've ever read' * DAILY TELEGRAPH *'The author's knowledge of warfare endows this novel, the seventh in a series, with strategic intelligence and superb craftsmanship.' * The Oxford Times *
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Faber & Faber Oscar and Lucinda
Book SynopsisPeter Carey''s novel of the undeclared love between clergyman Oscar Hopkins and the heiress Lucinda Leplastrier is both a moving and beautiful love story and a historical tour de force set in Victorian times. Made for each other, the two are gamblers - one obsessive, the other compulsive - incapable of winning at the game of love.Oscar and Lucinda is now available as a Faber Modern Classics edition.
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Headline Publishing Group Devil Leopards of Normandy 1
Book Synopsis**From the co-author of the No.1 bestselling Wilbur Smith novel, WAR CRY**The fate of England hangs in the balance of a fight between brothers...In DEVIL, David Churchill writes with the immediacy of Conn Iggulden, the epic ambition of Bernard Cornwell and the plotting of CJ Sansom. The Leopards of Normandy trilogy tells the story of William the Conqueror in all its wild, intoxicating, unfailingly dramatic glory.The noble families of Europe are tearing themselves apart in their lust for power and wealth.Emma, Queen of England, is in agony over the succession to her husband Canute''s throne ... while her brother, the Duke of Normandy''s sons battle in the wake of his death.Robert, the younger son, has been cheated of Normandy''s mightiest castle and sets out to take it by force. He emerges from a bloody siege victorious and in love with a beautiful - and pregnant - peasant girl.Robert''s Trade ReviewCleverly adds layers of blood and flesh to our skeletal knowledge of the people whose invasion of England changed our island for everAudacious, authentic, full of tension and tradecraft ... I loved it - Lee Child on Tom Cain's The Accident ManThe most audacious and timely thriller for years - Daily Mirror on The Accident ManWith subtlety and intelligence, Thomas joins the historical dots to produce a novel with plenty to say - eloquently - about the brutalising effects of the Holocaust - Guardian on Ostland by David ThomasThis nightmare-inducing new novel stretches crime fiction to its limits ... a compelling read - Mail on Sunday on OstlandAn intriguing mix of detection, thriller, courtroom drama, fact and fiction - The Times on Ostland
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Viking Society for Northern Research Two Icelandic Stories Hreidars Thattr Orms Thattr
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Warrior of Woden
Book SynopsisAD 642. Anglo-Saxon Britain. A gripping, action-packed historical thriller and the fifth instalment in the Bernicia Chronicles. Perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell. Oswald has reigned over Northumbria for eight years and Beobrand has led the king to ever greater victories. Rewarded for his fealty and prowess in battle, Beobrand is now a wealthy warlord, with a sizable warband. Tales of Beobrand's fearsome black-shielded warriors and the great treasure he has amassed are told throughout the halls of the land. Many are the kings who bow to Oswald. And yet there are those who look upon his realm with a covetous eye. And there is one ruler who will never kneel before him. When Penda of Mercia, the great killer of kings, invades Northumbria, Beobrand is once more called upon to stand in an epic battle where the blood of many will be shed in defence of the kingdom. But in this climactic clash between the pagan Penda and the Christian Oswald there is much more at stake than sovereignty. This is a battle for the very souls of the people of Albion. What readers are saying about the series: 'Historical fiction doesn't get much better than this' ANGUS DONALD, author of The Outlaw Chronicles. 'Matthew Harffy's tale of England in the Dark Ages is nothing less than superb' HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY. 'Murder, betrayal and vengeance fuel tribal warfare and personal combat. Beobrand is the warrior to follow' DAVID GILMAN.Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR MATTHEW HARFFY: 'A tale that rings like sword song in the reader's mind. Harffy knows his genre inside out and The Cross and the Curse proves it' Giles Kristian. 'The author has done a brilliant job of drawing the reader in, and making you feel like you can actually see whats happening in your minds eye' -- Stephen Walker, Netgalley
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Canelo The King's Coat
Book SynopsisHis exploits echo with the bustle of crowded ports and the crash of naval warfare…It is 1780 and seventeen-year-old Alan Lewrie is a brash young libertine with a head full of dreams. When he is found in bed with the wrong woman, he is forced to leave his profligacy behind for a new life at sea.Though sickness and hard labour await him aboard the tall-masted Ariadne, Lewrie finds himself gradually adapting to the world of a midshipman.But as he heads for the war-torn Americas into a hail of cannonballs, will he ever catch wind of the plot brewing against him back at home?The first Alan Lewrie novel, this action-packed naval adventure is perfect for fans of Patrick O’Brian, Julian Stockwin and C.S. ForesterPraise for The King's Coat ‘You could get addicted to this series. Easily.’ New York Times Book Review‘The best naval series since C. S. Forester . . . Recommended.’ Library Journal‘Fast-moving. . . A hugely likeable hero, a huge cast of sharply drawn supporting characters: there's nothing missing. Wonderful stuff.’ Kirkus Reviews
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HarperCollins Publishers The Bird in the Bamboo Cage
Book SynopsisInspired by true events… ‘Moving and authentic’ Dinah Jefferies‘Vivid, heart-rending and so, so beautiful’ Jenny Ashcroft'A beautiful, tender and fascinating story' Sinead MoriartyTrade Review‘Deeply moving. Be prepared — have handkerchiefs on standby at the end’ Antonia Senior, The Times 'A great read … beautifully written, with the alternative perspectives of child and adult giving a great depth of characterisation…That it is based on real events only serves to make the tale more powerful. Highly recommended' Liz Trenow, bestselling author of Under a Wartime Sky ‘A moving and authentic account of a neglected part of WW2 history. I empathised with the plight of the characters … and felt as if I were there’ Dinah Jefferies ‘I’ve been completely swept away … Set in wartime China, it transported me utterly – vivid, heart-rending and so, so beautiful. I loved it ’ Jenny Ashcroft 'Stunning … Based on an incredible true story, The Bird in the Bamboo Cage is immersive, moving and utterly unforgettable' Catherine Ryan Howard, Irish Times bestselling author of The Nothing Man 'A beautiful, tender & fascinating story of a group of young British schoolchildren interned by the Japanese during WWII…a gem' Sinead Moriarty, Irish Times bestselling author of Seven Letters 'Above all this is a novel about human courage, generosity of spirit, and the power of friendship. I was hooked from first to last page' Gill Paul, USA Today bestselling author of The Secret Wife 'A little-known corner of the war – absolutely fascinating. Beautiful descriptions of the seasons changing over China and characters who had me rooting for them all the way.' Tracy Rees, bestselling author of Amy Snow
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Hodder & Stoughton Altar of Blood Empire IX
Book Synopsis''A master of the genre'' The TimesThe Tungrians have no sooner returned to Rome than they find themselves tasked with a very different mission to their desperate exploits in Parthia. Ordered to cross the river Rhenus into barbarian Germany and capture a tribal priestess who may be the most dangerous person on the empire''s northern border, they are soon subject to the machinations of an old enemy who will stop at nothing to sabotage their plans before they have even set foot on the river''s eastern bank. But after their Roman enemy is neutralised they face a challenge greater still. With two of the Bructeri tribe''s greatest treasures in their hands they must regain Roman territory by crossing the unforgiving wilderness that was the graveyard of Roman imperial strategy two hundred years before. And capture by the Bructeri''s vengeful chieftain and his warband can only end in one way - a horrific sacrificial death on the tribe''s altarTrade ReviewA master of the genre - The TimesThis is fast-paced and gripping "read-through-the-night" fiction, with marvellous characters and occasional moments of dark humour. Some authors are better historians than they are storytellers. Anthony Riches is brilliant at both. - Conn IgguldenA damn fine read . . . fast-paced, action-packed. - Ben KaneStands head and shoulders above a crowded field . . . . real, live characters act out their battles on the northern borders with an accuracy of detail and depth of raw emotion that is a rare combination. - Manda Scott
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Hodder & Stoughton The Earthly Gods
Book SynopsisUnable to make any progress in locating the missing Indavara, a desperate Cassius has been given an unrewarding assignment in Antioch. But when an old ally''s daughter is kidnapped, he feels duty-bound to repay a long standing debt. Disillusioned with the tawdry demands of the Imperial Security Service, he disobeys his superiors and leaves Syria, determined to do some good.Accompanied by nomadic chieftain Kabir and a trio of warriors, Cassius soon finds himself in Greece hunting a vicious band of slave-traders trafficking women across the Empire. But these are no common criminals, and as Cassius sets out to bring them down, he finds himself up against ruthless, cunning men with powerful friends and a lot to lose.For the Agent of Rome, desperate times call for desperate measures.Trade ReviewA gripping addition to the [Agent of Rome] series. * The Times *This entertaining adventure thrills from the outset but it also has much to say on that living, breathing monster of the Roman Empire - slavery. * Sunday Express *It's hard to avoid a comparison with the Empress of Roman crime, Lindsey Davis, but for me, Nick Brown holds his own in such exalted company. * crimereview.co.uk *Praise for AGENT OF ROME: THE IMPERIAL BANNER:'THE IMPERIAL BANNER is Roman adventure at its best . . . brutal action leavened by a cynical brand of military humour, history, mystery, romance and an almost tangible sense of cohesion and camaraderie amongst Cassius and his cohorts. It's a formula that works well in so Brown's capable hands . . . Cassius's next assignment can't come too soon!' * Lancashire Evening Post *If you love Scarrow, adore Iggulden and of course admire Scott, then make sure you add Brown to your list. Great stuff. * Falcata Times *Praise for AGENT OF ROME: THE SIEGE:'A masterful debut from a new author completely at home in this era' * Manda Scott *Once the action kicks off you won't be able to put it down. * Anthony Riches, author of the Empire series *Perfect pace, vivid combat sequences and superb characterisation * Lancashire Evening Post *Brown promises to be one of the most exciting sword-wielding writers in an ever-popular arena. * Oxford Times *A thrilling and fascinating coming-of-age adventure * Book Gazette *Nick Brown has the craft of storytelling at his fingertips ... The Siege is a fast-paced and satisfying read * Russell Whitfield, author of Gladiatrix *Brown has given this Roman military/adventure story a great twist in having Cassius hail from the secret service ranks . . . THE SIEGE is also a character study and offers a rare glimpse into 3rd century Rome and her occupation of Syria. * Historical Novels Review *
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Headline Publishing Group Dark Serpent Hugh Corbett Mysteries Book 18
Book SynopsisPaul Doherty''s most popular series character returns. It is the Summer of 1311 and Hugh Corbett is about to take up a life of danger again in the eighteenth novel in his series, DARK SERPENT, the follow up to THE MYSTERIUM. If you love historical mysteries from Robin Hobb, Susanna Gregory, Michael Jecks, Peter Tremayne and Bernard Knight you will love this.After his recent unveiling of a devious assassin, Sir Hugh Corbett has returned to service as the Keeper of the Secret Seal, begrudgingly admitting that his appetite for adventure has once again been whetted. Summoned to meet the King to be congratulated on their work together, Corbett and Ranulf learn of the death of Corbett''s close friend, Ralph Grandison. Ralph, a leper, has been found dead in a rowing boat, a dagger thrust through his chest. But this murder is not the first of its kind. Other patients of the hospital in which Ralph was staying have similarly slaughtered and it seems as though the leper
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Headline Publishing Group The Devils Seal Sister Fidelma Mysteries Book 25
Book SynopsisSister Fidelma must call on all her deductive powers when religious gathering spills over into murder . . . Super sleuth Sister Fidelma returns in the twenty-fifth historical mystery by Peter Tremayne, acclaimed author of ATONEMENT OF BLOOD, THE SEVENTH TRUMPET and many more.PRAISE FOR THE SISTER FIDELMA SERIES: ''Rich helpings of evil and tension with lively and varied characters'' Historical Novels Review, ''The most detailed and vivid recreations of ancient Ireland'' Irish Examiner Ireland, AD 671. When a curious deputation of religieux arrive in Cashel, death follows close behind. Sister Fidelma and her companion, Eadulf, seem unable to stem the bloodshed.Is one of the deputation responsible? What was the Venerable Verax, the scholar from Rome, hiding? Was there an evil secret behind the austere Bishop Arwald? Indeed, what was the real reason behind Eadulf''s brother Egric''s unexpected appearance at Cashel - couTrade ReviewThe background detail is brilliantly defined...wonderfully evocative - The TimesA brilliant and beguiling heroine. Immensely appealing, difficult to put down - Publishers' WeeklyDefinitely an Ellis Peter competitor...the background detail is marvellous - Evening StandardTremayne's super-sleuth is a vibrant creation, a woman of wit and courage who would stand out in any era, but brings a special sparkle to the wild beauty of medieval Ireland - Morgan Llywelyn
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HarperCollins Publishers Daughters of Fire Discover a new favourite read
Book SynopsisThe sweeping new novel from the bestselling author of LADY OF HAY switches between Roman Britain and the present day where history dramatically impacts on the lives of three women.The Romans are landing in BritanniaCartimandua, the young woman destined to rule the great Brigantes tribe, watches the invaders come ever closer. Her life has always been a maelstrom of love, conflict and revenge, but it only becomes more turbulent and complicated with power. Her political skills are threatened by her personal choices, and Cartimandua finds she has made formidable enemies on all sides as she faces a decision which will change the futures of all around her.In the present day, historian Viv Lloyd Rees has immersed herself in the legends surrounding the Celtic queen. Viv struggles to hide her visions of Cartimandua and her conviction that they are real. But her obsession becomes more persistent when she finds an ancient brooch that carries a curse. Bitter rivalries and overwhelming passions areTrade ReviewPraise for ‘Daughters of Fire’: ‘Riveting timeslip novel.’ Fanny Blake, Woman and Home ‘A fascinating spotlight on a dark age.’ Bella Praise for Barbara Erskine: 'Her forte is mood, atmosphere and the toe-curling frisson.' Sunday Times ‘Readers of Barbara Erskine are held in thrall.’Woman’s Realm ‘Stephen King meeting Ruth Rendell.’ Frank Delaney 'Barbara Erskine's storytelling talent is undeniable.' The Times
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HarperCollins Publishers The Iron Lance
Book SynopsisFirst of an exciting new trilogy from the author of Byzantium, The Iron Lance is set at the time of the first Crusade in 1099.Amidst visions of the ancient past, a 19th century Scottish lawyer glimpses the harrowing pilgrimage of an ancestorIn the year 1095, Pope Urban II declares war on the infidel. Kings, princes, and lords throughout Europe take up the cross and rush to join the Crusade.Murdo Ranulfson is left behind to guard his family's interests in the remote Orkney Isles while his father and brothers join the fight to win Jerusalem. But when all the family's lands and possessions are confiscated, Murdo follows the Crusade with the hope of finding his father and redeeming their land.His epic journey leads him to the heart of the civilized world, where the Emperor Alexius and the Lords of the West are engaged in a battle of wills that threatens the survival of the Holy Roman Empire.Steeped in heroism, treachery and the clamour of battle, The Iron Lance begins an epic trilogy of a Trade ReviewPraise for Byzantium: ‘Fantasy writing doesn’t get much better than this’The Express ‘This is a rip-roaring adventure story; the pace rarely flags. There’s scheming, murder and betrayal aplenty’Interzone ‘Amusing and interesting’Locus ‘A vivid historical setting and a credible and satisfying plot’Publishing News
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HarperCollins Publishers The Swan Maid
Book SynopsisA gripping and heartwarming novel from the No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller, Dilly Court.Lottie Lane is all alone in the world. As a chambermaid at one of London's busiest inns, condemned to a life of drudgery and at the mercy of a vicious landlady, Lottie is too worn out to even dream of a better life.Until one night an injured soldier is brought to The Swan. Lottie nurses him back from the dead and suddenly everything changes. She finds herself following the drum of the soldiers, all the way from the docks of Chatham to the darkness and despair of a far flung battlefield.When tragedy strikes, Lottie is alone once more and thrown back into the jaws of London's streets. With the threat of destitution nipping at her heels, Lottie is in dire need of a miracle . . .Trade Review‘Feisty female characters to fall in love with in a spirited, adventurous novel’ Sunday Express ‘Dilly Court’s latest novel is another page-turner that will keep you gripped to the end – 5 stars’ The People’s Friend More praise for Dilly Court: ‘A fast-paced, riveting read’ Sunday Express ‘A heart-warming, fast-paced story that will keep you gripped till the end’ The People’s Friend ‘As always Dilly keeps you absorbed right to the end’ Choice ‘A rollicking, fast-paced adventure with a hint of romance!’ My Weekly ‘Spellbinding . . . you just keep turning the pages’ Daily Mail ‘Atmospheric, vivid and compelling’ My Weekly ‘An excellent, well-researched read’ People’s Friend ‘Perfect for Downton Abbey fans … heart-tugging’ Peterborough Telegraph
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HarperCollins Publishers The Sacred Sword (Ben Hope, Book 7)
Book SynopsisFROM THE #1 BESTSELLING AUTHOR ‘Deadly conspiracies, bone-crunching action and a tormented hero with a heart . . . packs a real punch’ Andy McDermott AN ANCIENT SWORD. A LONG BURIED SECRET.ONE MAN WILL UNCOVER THE MYSTERY. It’s Christmas, and on a trip back to the UK to try to sort out his stormy personal life, ex-SAS soldier Ben Hope runs into two old friends. Simeon and Michaela were once his fellow students at Oxford – now they are the Reverend and Mrs Arundel. Ben senses that Simeon is deeply troubled and frightened, but before the truth can emerge about his secretive research project concerning a mysterious, ancient ‘sacred sword’, both he and Michael are wiped out in a devastating road crash. Convinced that his friends’ deaths were no accident, Ben is propelled on a global quest to unlock the enigma of the sacred sword. At every step, he is pursued by ruthless agents of the sinister organisation that will stop at nothing to acquire it. In the course of his investigations, Ben will discover an incredible secret, not just about the history of Christianity but about his own past. The Ben Hope series is a must-read for fans of Dan Brown, Lee Child and Mark Dawson. Join the millions of readers who get breathless with anticipation when the countdown to a new Ben Hope thriller begins… Whilst the Ben Hope thrillers can be read in any order, this is the seventh book in the series. Trade Review Praise for Scott Mariani: ‘Deadly conspiracies, bone-crunching action and a tormented hero with a heart . . . Scott Mariani packs a real punch’ Andy McDermott ‘James Bond meets Jason Bourne meets The Da Vinci Code’ J. L. Carrell ‘Fans of Dan Brown will love this thrilling adventure’ Closer 'Non-stop action – this book delivers’ Steve Berry ‘If you’ve got a pulse, you’ll love Scott Mariani; if you haven’t, then maybe you crossed Ben Hope’ Simon Toyne ‘Full of authentic detail and heart-stopping action – a real thrill ride’ Ed Macy ‘Establishes Scott Mariani as an author to watch’ M. J. Rose ‘Packed with dark intrigue, danger around every corner, bullets flying, sexual tension, and an endless assault of nasty villains . . . everything a thriller should be and more’ Joe Moore
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HarperCollins Publishers Captain of Rome
Book SynopsisThe second installment in this thrilling maritime adventure; two mighty empires battle each other for control of the high seas.
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HarperCollins Publishers Birth of the Kingdom 33 Crusades Trilogy 3
Book SynopsisThe third volume of the crusades trilogy from bestselling Swedish author Jan Guillou.Trade Review‘He has a remarkable grasp of the mindset of the period and always puts the emphasis where it would be for the people involved at hat time, rather than ours. Some readers may find that disorienting, but a capacity for disturbing readers’ assumptions is even more a hallmark of good historical fiction than the inclusion of the Knights Templar’Diana Gabaldon 'Thrilling and inspiring, bloody and romantic; utterly of its time and utterly modern’Tom Holland 'Destined to become a classic, a brilliant and dramatic recreation of the medieval world' Sharon Penman
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Little, Brown Book Group A Long Way From Verona
Book SynopsisI ought to tell you at the beginning that I am not quite normal having had a violent experience at the age of nine''Jessica Vye''s ''violent experience'' colours her schooldays and her reaction to the world around her- a confining world of Order Marks, wartime restrictions, viyella dresses, nicely-restrained essays and dusty tea shops. For Jessica she has been told that she is ''beyond all possible doubt'', a born writer. With her inability to conform, her absolute compulsion to tell the truth and her dedication to accurately noting her experiences, she knows this anyway. But what she doesn''t know is that the experiences that sustain and enrich her burgeoning talent will one day lead to a new- and entirely unexpected- reality.
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Cornerstone Lord John And The Private Matter
Book SynopsisLord John Grey is a man at the centre of the political upheavals that rocked Britain in the mid-18th Century. The Jacobites are still a threat, and the old enemy, France, is willing to exploit the situation to its own advantage. London, Edinburgh and Paris are hotbeds of espionage, intrigue and murder.Trade ReviewGabaldon is a born storyteller * Los Angeles Daily News *The writing is superb - lush, evocative, sensual, with a wealth of historical detail * Library Journal *History comes deliciously alive on the page * New York Daily News *Triumphant... Her use of historical detail and a truly adult love story confirm Diana Gabaldon as a superior writer * Publishers Weekly *A blockbuster hit * Wall Street Journal *
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