War, combat and military adventure fiction

Book SynopsisChung Kuo, the great globe-spanning City constructed of the super-plastic Ice, enjoys a brief if uneasy peace, which is threatened by the discovery of the Aristotle File. Suppressed by the Ministry, the 'Thousand Eyes', for centuries the document charts the true history of their world and will reveal the dark secret at the heart of Chung Kuo. Cold, cruel and calculating, the villainous Howard DeVore is determined to end the rule of the Seven and make way for his own bid for power. The harbinger for Change, however, is the destruction of the newly built generation starship, The New Hope, forcing the rebel factions into open war with the Seven. A war that neither side can afford to fight. A war of ice and fire that can only result in a weakening of that once-great social structure, Chung Kuo.

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe great Empire of Ice - Chung Kuo - has finally been shaken after more than two centuries of peace enforced by brutal tyranny. The Minister of the Edict has been assassinated and the seven ruling T'ang struggle to maintain Stasis, even as their mile-high, continent-spanning cities descend into chaos. But the assassination was orchestrated by men close to the ruling powers; powerful merchants - Dispersionists - intent on Change, whose betrayal will lead them into the world-shattering War of the Two Directions.

Read more less

Book SynopsisTrade Review“The French Revolution comes alive through the eyes of six diverse and complex women, in the skilled hands of these amazing authors.” — Martha Hall Kelly, New York Times bestselling author of Lilac Girls “Seamlessly interwoven by a dream team of historical authors, Ribbons of Scarlet vividly transported me to the tumultuous days of the French Revolution... this timely masterpiece is sure to inspire both courage and caution. A spellbinding read from beginning to end.” — Kristina McMorris, New York Times bestselling author of Sold on a Monday “HERstory at its finest; this novel of the French Revolution, collaboratively written by titans of Historical Fiction, brings women to the forefront of the time known as The Terror. This novel has it all; the ability to move, entertain, educate, and inspire. We cannot forget these women, now that we’ve discovered them anew through this powerfully written book.” — Melanie Benjamin, New York Times bestselling author of The Aviator’s Wife “A deeply moving pageturner... Ribbons of Scarlet offers a potent feminist reminder that the more things change, the more they remain the same. Highly recommended.” — Kris Waldherr, author of LOST HISTORY OF DREAMS “Ambition. Heartache. Scandal. Brilliantly executed portrayal of women’s participation in the French Revolution. When the characters crossed paths, the page sparked with tension. Six of your favorite writers writing about six fascinating women. I cannot think of a better way for you to spend your time than reading this book.” — Dolen Perkins-Valdez, New York Times Bestselling author of Wench “Read it for the entertainment value, read it for the history, read it for the wonderful tales about these strong, unrelenting, powerful, committed women. But most of all read it to be inspired.” — MJ Rose, New York Times bestselling author of Tiffany Blues “An excellent choice for a lively book discussion and readers of historical fiction will appreciate this unique take on an era not often covered in English-language popular fiction.” — Booklist (starred review) “This skillfully crafted novel of the French Revolution by well-known historical fiction authors Quinn, Stephanie Dray, Laura Kamoie, Sophie Perinot, Heather Webb, and E. Knight tells of singular women during tumultuous times. Sure to appeal to devotees of historical fiction, feminists, and those looking for a stirring #metoo read.” — Library Journal “The French Revolution as you’ve never read it before–fast-paced, gut-wrenching, and told through the eyes of women who fought and lived it. RIBBONS OF SCARLET manages to do what few other novels set against this complicated backdrop have–make Revolutionary France both completely accessible and utterly compelling. This is historical fiction at its absolute best!” — Michelle Moran, author of Madame Tussaud

Read more less

Book Synopsis'This may be the greatest tale of the ancient world. Hugely enjoyable' CONN IGGULDEN *FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE VESPASIAN SERIESThe third instalment in a huge, bloody and brutal new series from Robert Fabbri, set after the death of Alexander the Great. Who will win the fight to control the largest empire the world has ever seen? Let the battles begin...The cause of Alexander the Great's sudden death is no longer in doubt - it was murder. But by whom? As his former followers struggle for power, the bonds of family, friendship and political loyalties are tested to the limit. As is the strength of the formidable empire that Alexander had wrought.Never before has the Western world seen such turmoil, such a threat to civilisation. As battles rage, armies, cities and thousands of lives are destroyed by the ruthless scheming of those who would be King. Or Queen. Could a marriage be the one thing to bring the broken strands of the empire back together, preventing years of further warfare?Will a woman succeed where no man can?* * *Praise for Robert Fabbri:'The location and characters are truly epic. Terrific series' CONN IGGULDEN, bestselling author'A powerful retelling of one of the most dramatic events in ancient history' BBC HISTORY'A stonking read' CLASSIC FM'Shockingly good' SUNDAY SPORTReaders are raving about Robert Fabbri:'A delight, full of plot twists and bloodthirsty battle sequences' Goodreads review'Vivid descriptions and the battles are brutally and compellingly described' Goodreads review'Action-packed and sumptuous - not for the faint-hearted!' Goodreads review'Perfect for fans of Simon Scarrow's "Eagles" series!' Goodreads reviewTrade ReviewThe locations and characters are truly epic - this may be the greatest tale of the ancient world. Terrific series. Scene by scene, I grew to love these characters. Fabbri has captured darkness in a bottle here. This series unfolds old maps, beats an ancient drum. Hugely enjoyable. -- Conn Iggulden, bestselling author of ProtectorStuffed with political deviousness. -- Jon Wise, Sunday Sport * on the Vespasian Series *Gripping... incredibly well researched, detailed and historically accurate... As far as ancient history novels go this is one of the very best I have read recently. * New Books Magazine *An epic, brutal, and blood-thirsty journey. -- Sunday Post on the Vespasian seriesA powerful retelling of one of the most dramatic events in ancient history. -- Nick Rennison, BBC History, on ArminiusFabbri does an excellent job with this scintillating source material. * The Times, praise for the Vespasian series *Fabbri does an admirable job of marshalling his characters and leavens the dark politics with wit and action -- Antonia Senior * The Times *

Read more less

Book Synopsis1794: The Mediterranean is proving dangerous waters for John Pearce and his Pelicans. Having left his lover, Emily, the wife of his mortal enemy Ralph Barclay, in the Tuscan port of Leghorn, Pearce is detained in Naples. When he unknowingly delivers a letter promoting the shady and incompetent Admiral Hotham, Pearce finds himself entangled in a political plot that soon puts those closest to him at peril.When reunited with Emily, John Pearce faces a losing battle to maintain her reputation. Emily sees no future for herself with Pearce and leaves while he is conveying private letters for Horatio Nelson to the British Ambassador, Sir William Hamilton. Learning of her departure, Pearce sets off in pursuit. At the same time, he takes on a superior Barbary corsairs force that has targeted the merchant ship on which Emily is traveling, the Sandown Castle.Outgunned by a barbaric opponent, John Pearce's chances of survivaland those of Emily and Pearce's creware dubious. And eve

Read more less

Book SynopsisA science fiction roleplaying game of bringing law and order to the dark and dangerous corners of the universe.Pressure: Industrial Science Fiction Roleplaying is a rules-light, story-focused game of facing the darkness at the heart of humanity''s fragile and claustrophobic existence both on Earth and among the stars. An entirely standalone title, Pressure also develops and expands upon the mechanics and setting introduced in the Those Dark Places roleplaying game. As highly skilled agents of Special Operations Squads, players are tasked with cleaning up after the Corporations investigating links to organised crime, neutralising rogue weapons research, negotiating with rebel leaders on orbital stations, and hunting down whatever that black-budget excavation team ''awoke'' out in the Procyon SectorThe universe is a dangerous and hostile place; the Hypercities and the Deep Black alike hide powerful foes. But you have the tools, the

Read more less

Book SynopsisNow a major DisneyPlus Hotstar Special - THE EMPIRE is streaming nowTRAITORS IN THE SHADOWS is the sixth gripping novel in the action-packed Empire of the Moghul series by Alex Rutherford, perfect for fans of Simon Scarrow and Robyn Young. ''Totally absorbing... Authentic characters and sweeping action'' Wilbur SmithA dynasty at warA new emperor, Aurangzeb, sits on India''s glittering Peacock Throne - the throne he seized from his father while the old emperor still lived. He has paid for it with blood: during the brutal civil war he hunted down and killed his brothers. Now he must return the Moghul Empire to the true path and achieve new glory. But the exercise of great power is isolating. With enemies everywhere, who should he trust? Certainly not his sons. He must rely on himself and the knowledge that there are more ways to subdue a man than on the battlefield.But as the years pass memories haunt him - memoTrade ReviewThe prose is athletic, the action never lags ... Rutherford writes like a crack reporter covering war from the front lines. * Time Out, Mumbai *A compulsively readable epic * Good Book Guide *

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe start of a gripping new crime thriller series introducing Intelligence officer Sophie Racine and featuring ex-SAS officer Aidan Snow!Alex Shaw is one of the best thriller writers around!' Stephen LeatherA TRAITOR WHO CAN'T BE CAUGHTFrench Intelligence officer Sophie Racine is tasked with travelling into the heart of a warzone in Ukraine. Her mission is to assassinate a Russian spy who took the French secret service apart piece by piece and gave their secrets to the Kremlin.A PRISONER WHO CAN'T BE KILLEDEx-SAS trooper and MI6 Officer Aidan Snow is also in Ukraine. Sent by British Intelligence, he must extract an innocent citizen caught up in the conflict in rebel-controlled Donetsk.A WAR THAT CAN'T BE WONWhen their missions collide, Snow and Racine find themselves outgunned and outnumbered. Even if they make it out of the warzone alive, danger won't be far behindPerfect for fans of Killing Eve, Chris Ryan, James Deegan and Vince Flynn, this is an explosive action thriller you won't Trade Review‘A cracking read! Fast-paced, thrilling without being gory and kept me turning the pages! I'm sure it'll be very successful’ Faith Martin ‘A terrific two-fisted thriller. Relentless pace, a kickass female protagonist and a tight, twisting plot that keeps the pages turning to the end’ Neil Lancaster ‘Alex Shaw hooks the reader with a heart pounding, action packed narrative that takes you on a full-pelt rollercoaster ride. Totally addictive! This is one female assassin you'll want to meet again’ Samantha Lee Howe ‘This really got under my skin. Strenuously authentic, the starkness of human violence laid out bare … just brilliantly rendered action from beginning to end … the awful majesty of violent retribution perfectly recounted. One long line of narrative coke!’ John Barlow Praise for Alex Shaw: ‘Looking for breakneck pace and a relentless hero? Alex Shaw has you covered’ James Swallow ‘Alex Shaw is one of the best thriller writers around! Fast paced, Total Blackout gripped from page one and didn’t let go … as fast as a Hollywood movie’ Stephen Leather ‘Compelling and authentic. An explosive new series with an uncompromising hero’ Tom Wood ‘A perfect mix of hi-tech, high-concept modern action thriller and old school, Cold War espionage where evil Russians are still plotting the downfall of the West and only one man can stop them’ Simon Toyne ‘Jack Tate is a powerful character, a true Brit hero. A cracking start to a new series!’ Alan McDermott ‘Alex Shaw is a master of the action thriller. Grabbed me from the first page and never let go’ Michael Ridpath ‘Riveting thriller with an original plot and surprising twists. Tate is totally convincing as a classic Brit operative. Great drama and characterisation’ Duncan Falconer ‘Sizzles across the page like a flame on a short fuse!’ Matt Hilton ‘A perfect blend of spy fiction and political thriller’ Matt Lynn

Read more less

Book SynopsisDouglas Reeman did convoy duty in the navy in the Atlantic, the Arctic, and the North Sea. He has written over thirty novels under his own name and more than twenty bestselling historical novels featuring Richard Bolitho under the pseudonym Alexander Kent.Trade ReviewMasterly storytelling. * The Times *One of our foremost writers of naval fiction. * Sunday Times *

Read more less

Book SynopsisMulti-million copy seller Alexander Kent, brings us another all-action Bolitho adventure. If you''re a fan of Patrick O''Brian and C. S. Forester, then this is the book for you!''Alexander Kent is certainly as good as Forester was in action, and in the wheeling movement of sails.'' -- Sunday Times''A salty testament to the mystique and the brutality of the square-rigger.'' -- New York Times Book Review''Alexander Kent...is, above all, a superb story-teller.'' -- Manchester Evening News''This is a classic story of triumph over adversity and I thoroughly enjoyed re-reading it'' -- ***** Reader review''Couldn''t put it down'' -- ***** Reader review''It''s action from start to finish with twists and turns to keep the reader guessing and wanting more'' -- ***** Reader review''A brilliant, exciting read''-- ***** Reader review*******************************Trade ReviewPraise for Alexander Kent: 'One of our foremost writers of naval fiction' Sunday Times'Shipwreck, survival ... a spirited battle ... a splendid yarn' The Times

Read more less

Book SynopsisIf you like Patrick O''Brian and C. S. Forester, you will love this all-guns-blazing naval page-turner from multi-million copy seller Alexander Kent - guaranteed to have you hooked from page one!''One of our foremost writers of naval fiction'' -- Sunday Times''Shipwreck, survival ... a spirited battle ... a splendid yarn'' -- The Times''Gripping to the end'' -- ***** Reader review''Difficult to put down'' -- ***** Reader review''Superb'' -- ***** Reader review''Riveting'' -- ***** Reader review''Exceptionally well written'' -- ***** Reader review''What a story!'' -- ***** Reader review***********************************************************************************************1804: England stands alone against France and the fleets of Spain, expecting an invasion any day. Entrusted with an urTrade ReviewShipwreck, survival ... a spirited battle ... a splendid yarn * The Times *One of our foremost writers of naval fiction * Sunday Times *

Read more less

Book SynopsisMulti-million copy bestselling author Douglas Reeman will take you right to the heart of the action in this page-turner of a WW2 adventure novel, set around Singapore. Laden with tension, explosive developments and unforgettable scenes, this is perfect for fans of Clive Cussler, Bernard Cornwell and Wilbur Smith. ''One of our foremost writers of naval fiction'' - Sunday Times''Masterly storytelling'' - The Times''Exciting'' -- ***** Reader review''I was unable to put it down'' -- ***** Reader review''An edge-of-your-seat story'' -- ***** Reader review********************************************************************One fateful crossing and the Sigli was never seen again.The Sigli had been just an old passenger launch, but when the Japanese invaded Singapore during World War II everything that could float was pressed into service.Crammed wit

Read more less

Book SynopsisThanks to his direct naval experience, multi-million copy bestselling author Douglas Reeman is expertly placed to take you to the heart of the action in this all-action, non-stop tale of naval warfare. With his vivid characterisation and atmospheric storytelling, you''ll feel you are in the midst of events yourself! Perfect for fans of Clive Cussler, Bernard Cornwell and Wilbur Smith.''One of our foremost writers of naval fiction'' -- Sunday Times''Mr Reeman writes with great knowledge about the sea and those who sail on it'' -- The Times''Stirring stuff!'' -- ***** Reader review''Very hard to put down and the reader gets drawn into the action'' -- ***** Reader review''Fantastic'' -- ***** Reader review''Gripping from beginning to the end'' -- ***** Reader review''This is a book that you will not want to put down'' -- ***** Reader review*******

Read more less

Book SynopsisMulti-million copy bestselling author Douglas Reeman will take you right to the heart of the action in this page-turner of a historical adventure novel. Laden with tension, explosive developments and unforgettable battle scenes, this is perfect for fans of Clive Cussler, Bernard Cornwell and Wilbur Smith.''One of our foremost writers of naval fiction'' - Sunday Times''Masterly storytelling'' - The Times''Gripping and a book you just can not put down...'' -- ***** Reader review''An edge-of-your-seat story'' - ***** Reader review''Highly recommended'' -- ***** Reader review********************************************************************December 1917: Germany opens the final, bitter round of the war with a new and deadly weapon in the struggle for the seas - the Vulcan.When she sails from Kiel Harbour, she is, to all appearances, a harmless merchant vessel

Read more less

Book Synopsis''There is no poetry or romance in war, it is brutal and ugly and terrifying and it turns men into animals - shrieking, screaming and running while destroying all in their path. It is survival''Visari, the vicious Helghast dictator, is vanquished, lying dead at the feet of ISA forces soldiers Sev and Rico. Yet the battle is far from over. Visari''s death has wreaked havoc in the Helghast Empire, leaving a legacy of destruction. His last act of violence - a nuclear bomb - has decimated the Special Forces. Sev and Rico must complete their mission alone. They will fight to the death to keep the ruthless Helghast troops at bay. Based on Sony''s bestselling game Killzone 3

Read more less

Book SynopsisFrom an unmissable voice in epic fantasy comes a sweeping tale of clashing guilds, magic-fueled machines, and revolution. The nation of Torwyn is run on the power of industry, and industry is run by the Guilds. Chief among them are the Hawkspurs, whose responsibility it is to keep the gears of the empire turning. That''s exactly why matriarch Rosomon Hawkspur sends each of her heirs to the far reaches of the nation. Conall, the eldest son, is sent to the distant frontier to earn his stripes in the military. It is here that he faces a threat he could have never seen coming: the first rumblings of revolution.Tyreta is a sorceress with the ability to channel the power of pyrestone, the magical resource that fuels the empire''s machines. She is sent to the mines to learn more about how pyrsetone is harvested - but instead, she finds the dark horrors of industry that the empire would prefer to keep hidden.The youngest, Fulren, is a talented artificer and finds himself acting as a guide to a mysterious foreign emissary. Soon after, he is framed for a crime he never committed. A crime that could start a war. As the Hawkspurs grapple with the many threats that face the nation within and without, they must finally prove themselves worthy-or their empire will fall apart. A heady blend of action, arcana, and intrigue. -Gareth Hanrahan, author of The Gutter Prayer

Read more less

a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

Read more less

Book SynopsisFrom the Hugo Award winning and Sunday Times bestselling author of Some Desperate Glory comes a captivating, contemporary, dark academia novel set in a school where the magic involves summoning demons. Perfect for fans of A Deadly Education, Rivers of London and Plain Bad Heroines.

Read more less

Book SynopsisIf you like Simon Scarrow and Ben Kane, you''ll absolutely love this enthralling and action-packed novel of Roman adventure from bestselling author Douglas Jackson. Readers are loving Gaius Valerius Verrens! A triumph of a novel - 5 STARSImpossible to put down. - 5 STARSA real unputdownable read - 5 STARSSpellbinding - 5 STARS***************************************************************************************A SOLDIER''S SWORD WILL DECIDE THE FATE OF ROMEEmperor Nero''s grip on power is weakening - more and more fearful of losing his position, his paranoia settles on the figure of the popular Gnaeus Domitius Corbulo, Rome''s greatest General who leads the imperial legions in the East. Is he preparing to march against Rome?Gaius Valerius Verrens is ordered to Antioch on a mission to kill CorbuloTrade ReviewA splendid piece of story-telling and a vivid recreation of a long-dead world * Allan Massie *Light and dark in equal measure, colourful, thoughtful and bracing * Manda Scott *Superb battle scenes . . . I was gripped from start to finish * Ben Kane *

Read more less

Book SynopsisA riveting and all-action historical page-turner from bestselling author Douglas Jackson that will have you gripped from page one! Perfect for fans of Simon Scarrow and Ben Kane.Readers are loving Gaius Valerius Verrens! The best Roman historical series I''ve yet read. Just pips Ben Kane and Conn Iggulden. - 5 STARS I found this one hard to put down as there was action and intrigue from start to finish - 5 STARSFantastic story and character creation - 5 STARSA simple plot but pace never lets up and keeps you wanting to just read the next chapter before I put it down - 5 STARS*************************************77AD. Gaius Valerius Verrens is an honoured member of Emperor Vespasian''s inner circle, but the enmity between him and Vespasian''s son Domitian means that, even in Rome, danger is never far away.Meanwhile, in the outer rTrade ReviewSuperbly written and packed with historical detail and action. -- Kate Atherton * SUNDAY EXPRESS *What a fantastic writer Douglas Jackson is . . . Glory of Rome is a thrilling novel from the outset and culminates in a brilliant battle sequence that had me on the edge of my seat. * FOR WINTER NIGHTS *The plot is taut and gallops along at a pace. The characters are all well-drawn and convincing, while the action sequences are exciting, bloody, and dramatic, without being overly graphic. The novel can be read as a standalone without any loss of enjoyment. A gripping tale from start to finish, and you will find it difficult to put down. Recommended. * HISTORICAL NOVELS REVIEW *

Read more less

Book SynopsisOne of England''s forgotten heroes is brought back to life in this epic and thrilling high-octane adventure, perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Conn Iggulden. The story moves at a wonderful pace...great swathes of bloodletting and a kickass arc...Great stuff. -- FALCATATIMES.COMExciting and enthralling... fast paced action, strong believable characters; this is an excellent exemplar of the historical novel. Recommended. -- HISTORICAL NOVELS REVIEWI thoroughly enjoyed this book from the start...- ***** Reader review. I''m off to read the next instalment now... - ***** Reader review.*******************************************************************THE LAST ENGLISHMAN. THE FIRST FREEDOM FIGHTER. THE FORGOTTEN HERO.1062. King Edward has no heirs and, across the sea in Normandy, William the Bastard is preparing to seize the throne.As the King''s cTrade ReviewA novel about brutal and bloody times and not for for the squeamish but Wilde has succeeded in giving new and convincing life to a half-forgotten English hero * BBC HISTORY magazine *Moves at a wonderful pace... great swathes of blood-letting and an overall kickass arc... great stuff * FALCATATIMES.COM *Fantastically realised... strong, believable characters, lashings of fast-paced action * ELOQUENTPAGE.COM *

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe story of Hereward continues in this action-packed, brutal and bloody novel - a must read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Conn Iggulden.An author who really does deliver the goods...I''ve relished every page so far and I am left hungry for more. If you''re a fan of historical fiction... you need to be reading James Wilde. -- THE ELOQUENT PAGEUnforgettable...James Wilde has succeeded in turning Hereward into a vital, living, breathing, death-dealing, honest, fallible, believable human being. A worthy adversary for William and the Normans. -- SPEESHI couldn''t put it down! - ***** Reader review. A real page-turner and I read the Devil''s Army in two days... -- ***** Reader review.******************************************************NOW THE REAL BATTLE FOR ENGLAND BEGINS...1067: The Battle of Hastings is lost and England is in the grips of William The

Read more less

Book SynopsisShortlisted for the Frank O''Connor International Short Story AwardIn these eight masterful stories, Lorrie Moore explores the passing of time and summons up its inevitable sorrows and comic pitfalls. Gimlet-eyed social observation, the public and private absurdities of American life, irony and half-cracked love wend their way through these stories, in which Moore is always tender, never sentimental and often heartbreakingly funny.

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book Synopsis1689: the Resoration enabled the Morland family to restore their own fortune, but now the Jacobite rebellion brings another threat to their security.Annuciata Morland, fiercely loyal to the Stuart cause, follows her beloved king, James II, into exile. She leaves her gentle grandson, Matt, to oversee Morland Place in her absence. Without her wise presence, Matt finds himself in an arranged marriage to India Neville and at the mercy of a woman as heartless as she is beautiful. After a lonely and sheltered life he lurches between the exquisite pain of love and the torment of deep despair.When James III - the Chevalier - returns to claim the Stuart throne, the Morlands are reunited in one country. Death and defeat threaten them, but their loves and loyalty prove stronger than kingly ambitions...

Read more less

Book SynopsisIn 1879 the redcoats of the British Army are universally regarded as the finest fighting force in the world. Among them is Lieutenant Simon Fonthill, dispatched to South Africa with much to prove: for Colonel Covington, his former Commanding Officer, has slanderously branded him a coward.In the Cape, tension is high. The Zulus, an independent nation of magnificently militant tribesmen, threaten the colonial government''s vision of a united South Africa. And Simon has been chosen for a particularly dangerous mission: to travel deep into Zululand to discover the intentions of the king. Simon encounters violence and imprisonment before he is faced with his greatest challenge. Escaping from the massacre at the Battle of Isandlwana, he must warn the tiny garrison at Rorke''s Drift of the threat posed by advancing Zulu impis. He has a chance to prove Covington a liar, but he may pay the ultimate price...Trade Review'A swashbuckling tale of epic proportions, slashed through with adventure, bravery, and the utmost danger' Good Book Guide * Good Book Guide *

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe compelling fourth historical naval adventure from a master of maritime storytelling. Seth Hunter''s electrifying series is the perfect read for fans of Master and Commander and novels by Iain Gale. ''Seth Hunter has a more natural storyteller''s eye than Patrick O''Brian'' Daily Telegraph 1796: Nathan Peake, captain of the frigate Unicorn is sent with a small squadron into the Adriatic to help bring Venice into an Italian alliance against the French. He establishes a British naval presence, harrying the French corsairs that swarm out of Ancona in Italy. While Nathan confronts the politics of ''intrigue, poison and the stiletto'' in Venice, his mission is further complicated by the arrival of Napoleon Bonaparte''s aide de camp, Junot. Recognising Nathan as the ''American'' who saved Bonaparte''s life in Paris, Junot invites him to army headquarters where he unwillingly joins the French in a victorious battle again

Read more less

Book SynopsisArmy Officer. Fugitive. Sorcerer. In every nation, people are waking up with magical talents that are sending the world to war. Bringing order to a world gone mad won''t be easy for Oscar Britton in Myke Cole''s mile-a-minute Control Point, winner of the 2013 Compton Crook Award. The Shadow Ops series is the perfect read for fans of Peter V. Brett and Patrick Rothfuss.''Black Hawk Down meets the X-Men... Military fantasy like you''ve never seen it before'' - Peter V. Brett, author of The Desert Spear All over the world people are ''coming up latent'' - developing new and terrifying abilities. Untrained and panicked, they are summoning storms, raising the dead, and setting everything they touch ablaze.US Army Lieutenant Oscar Britton has always done his duty, even when it means working alongside the feared Supernatural Operations Corps, hunting down and taking out those with newfound magical talents. ButTrade Review'A mile-a-minute story of someone trying to find purpose in a war he never asked for' * Jack Campbell, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Fleet series *'Black Hawk Down meets the X-Men ... military fantasy like you've never seen it before' * Peter V. Brett *'Hands down, the best military fantasy I've ever read ... a chilling, enthralling story. Myke Cole just might be a wizard himself' * Ann Aguirre, bestselling author of Enclave *

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book SynopsisJames Wilde is a Man of Mercia. Raised in a world of books, the author studied economic history at university before travelling the world in search of adventure. He first encountered the great English warrior, Hereward, in the pages of a comic. It was while visiting the haunted fenlands of Eastern England, Hereward's ancestral home, that he became convinced that this legendary figure should be the subject of his first novel. The 'Hereward' series now runs to six novels, the most recent of which is Hereward - The Bloody Crown. James Wilde divides his time between London and the family home in Derbyshire.

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe story of Hereward continues in this fast-paced page-turner full of treachery, camaraderie, sword- play and honour - the perfect read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Conn Iggulden. Hereward is back and every year he gets better and better...a unique, immersive, truly historic experience. -- PARMENION BOOKSWilde has a keen eye for action matched with a talent for plotting that makes each new Hereward adventure a joy to read -- THE ELOQUENT PAGEWith great gusto...James Wilde has succeeded in giving new and convincing life to a half-forgotten English hero. -- BBC HISTORY MAGAZINEAnother page-turner, edge-of-seat read with more cliffhanging action, drama and battles than Game of Thrones and The Bourgois put together! -- ***** Reader reviewOutstanding battle scenes, character development, and a feeling of you-are-there. Highly recommended. -- ***** Reader review*******************

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book SynopsisJustice is coming, no matter the cost. When someone he has sworn to protect dies in an apparent accident, Ryan Kaine knows better. Going undercover, he draws the attention of a drugs gang and their ruthless, faceless leader. But when violence erupts, Kaine won't back down-he's ready to take them on and deliver justice for the victim's family.

Read more less

Book SynopsisA kidnapped daughter, a desperate husband and a team of ruthless killers. Ryan Kaine and his team have a deadly enemy to confront. Even Kaine is shocked by his merciless new foes. After months on the run, with government agencies still on his trail, Kaine needs to find a way to save the girl and somehow walk away alive. But this is not to be Kaine's day. Ryan Kaine is back in the breath-taking thriller On The Offensive. ________________________________________________________________The Ryan Kaine series has attracted more than FIVE THOUSAND five-star reviews. **** Better than Jack Reacher***** A modern Bond without the class and pomp***** Brilliant story lines, you just have to keep on turning the pages***** Brilliant read which steams along at a cracking pace, with relentless action.

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book Synopsis''A very promising historical adventure'' - THE TIMES''A terrific novel'' - HISTORIA MAGAZINE***''There is a fury in England that none shall suppress - and when it breaks forth it will shake the throne''1264 Storm clouds are gathering as Simon de Montfort and the barons of the realm challenge the power of Henry III. The barons demand reform; the crown demands obedience. England is on the brink of civil war. Adam de Norton, a young squire devoted to the virtues of chivalry, longs only to be knighted, and to win back his father''s lands. Then a bloody hunting accident leaves him with a new master: the devilish Sir Robert de Dunstanville, who does not hesitate to use the blackest stratagems in pursuit of victory. Following Robert overseas, Adam is introduced to the ruthless world of the tournament, where knights compete for glory and riches, and his new master''s metTrade Review'Battle Song, the first in a very promising historical adventure trilogy, is rich in details about the arcane world of medieval tournaments. This is A Knight's Tale, but with fewer jokes and more blood' * The Times *A terrific novel that incorporates this particular history and Ross's immaculate research with skilful writing, brilliant characterisation and a superb plot, all so well executed that what develops is a thrilling ride alongside mid-13th century knights plunging headlong into a fabulous recreated historical world of chivalry and adventure * Historia Magazine *Battle Song is stirring, evocative and richly immersive * Ben Kane *Ross's writing is both muscular and poetic, with immaculate representation of the era's gritty truths * Anthony Riches *Brutal times, rich in history, compellingly told. Great characters, wonderful historical detail and a hero who earns his spurs the hard way. A page turning winner * David Gilman *I loved the characters of Adam de Norton and Robert de Dunstanville. Despite being absolutely men of their own time with all that entails, they were appealing to a modern reader, without crossing that line and ever becoming modern people in fancy dress. The take on the Jewish situation was interesting and engaging, and the love interest was well realised too. The tournaments were brilliantly brought to life with chivalry and the pragmatism of reality juxtaposed. The battle scenes were powerful and visceral, but well woven into the whole so that they didn't unbalance the novel. I think this novel will attract both male and female readers. It has enough heart and emotional interest to engage those who aren't reading for endless pages of bash and slash, but enough gutsy material to satisfy the fight-orientated readers! Definitely one of my historical reads of the year. * Elizabeth Chadwick *Breathtaking in its attention to detail, Battle Song exudes authenticity as Ross brings the world of the 13th century to exciting, vivid, colourful life. With a perfect balance of rich historical atmosphere and a galloping pace, I couldn't put it down. Ian Ross's Roman books are great, but this is even better. Simply put Battle Song is wonderful and the best book I've read in a long time * Matthew Harffy *Such skilful writing, engaging storyline, brilliant characterisation and a thrilling ride alongside thirteenth century knights plunging headlong into chivalry and adventure. Echoes of this superbly researched and beautifully recounted story set during the thirteenth century de Montfort rebellion against the Crown will stay with me for a very long time. I was right there galloping amongst the colourful banners, captivated by Ross's vivid narration and completely caught in time within the pages of an unforgettable novel. Superb storytelling. Faultless research . An excellent, vivid and gripping Historical novel. I loved it * Carol McGrath *Battle Song is exciting and authentic and I flew through it * RJ Barker *Another superb tale of chivalry, heartbreak and glory from the pen of a master . . . The telling of this tale embroils you in the finer detail of what life was like at the time in fascinating, brutal detail and immediately draws you into their world. It is a window into the past yet leads you with a subtle hand and within the first few pages, you find yourself living the journey alongside our heroes. The thrill of success, the disappointment of failure, the hardship of existence from pauper to king, all are experienced in vivid yet subtle detail from the first page to the last . . . I didn't simply read this book, I lived it, and I loved it * K.M. Ashman *An exciting and authentic novel of the Middle Ages; its tournaments and battles, politics and emotions. Hugely enjoyable. Like all good fiction, it leaves you wanting more * Harry Sidebottom *The blood-thumpingly brilliant Battle Song by Ian Ross features at its heart the most authentic description of the medieval tournament scene I've ever read. Forget foppish knights elegantly lunging at each from horseback with blunted poles. This is the vrai tournament melle - crimson in tooth and claw - a thousands-strong, writhing, buffeting, battle scrum of blood, sweat and steel, almost indistinguishable from real conflict, in which knights and their loyal squires attempt to dismount and capture their opponents by any means necessary, fair or foul. Truly excellent, magnificently researched, first-class historical fiction! * Angus Donald *A medieval tour de force * Sussex Express *

Read more less

Book SynopsisOne man. Seven Kings. England''s bloody throne . . . THE EPIC STORY FROM MASTER STORYTELLER CONN IGGULDEN, PERFECT FOR FANS OF ROBERT HARRIS'' ACT OF OBLIVION''Iggulden tells an absolutely cracking story. The pace is nail-biting and the set dressing magnificent'' THE TIMES_________Tenth century England: a divided and broken country of misrule. Yet King Athelstan, grandson of Alfred the Great, seeks to unite the kingdom under one crown.By his side is Dunstan of Glastonbury - priest, soldier, visionary and, some insist, traitor - whose task is to steward seven kings through fire, war, murder and fury to see Athelstan''s dream come true.But what stain will it leave on his mortal soul . . . _________''Iggulden has created an intriguingly complex saint - flawed, spiteful and unreliable as the teller of his own tale. Through his eyes we watch the story of the making of England'' The TimesTrade ReviewOne of the most interesting historical novels of recent times * The Tablet *Iggulden's Dunstan is a vivid, convincing character * BBC History Magazine *This engrossing novel is rich in intrigue, with Iggulden breathing life into this remarkable and complex figure who played a vital role in safeguarding a newly united England * Daily Express *Iggulden... tells an absolutely cracking story... the pace is nail-biting and the set dressing magnificent * The Times *Iggulden takes what you thought was a ho-hum era and peopled it with characters so finely honed it becomes a gripping and glorious legend. Can't fault the man. Brilliant! * Weekend Sport *Breathes new life into the darkest and most dramatic of times * Star *Iggulden is in a class of his own when it comes to epic, historical fiction * The Daily Mirror *Compelling reading * Woman and Home *Superbly plotted and paced * The Times *

Read more less

Book Synopsis''Brutal, audacious, and fast-paced'' - Anthony Riches, author of bestselling Empire series''Every page is drenched with the soldier''s experience'' - Giles KristianFormer soldier Geraint Jones delivers a visceral historical fiction epic that captures the essence of the men fighting for the blood-stained legions on the fringes of the Roman Empire.In the wake of a brutal massacre, the battle-hardened legionary Felix is taken as a slave to a traitorous Roman''s German army: a force hellbent on tearing apart the Empire.As legion after legion falls, it''s up to Felix and his shackled comrades to escape captivity and starvation, and to lead the defence of a lone fort against an insurgent force that has destroyed all in its path. because if their last stand fails then Rome itself could be next...Trade ReviewA blood-soaked page-turner * Mail on Sunday *Historical fiction written by a real war veteran who knows all there is to know about blood and bonding in battle. An earthy and powerful read. * Weekend Sport *Gives Rome's legionaries a contemporary voice - this is brutal, audacious and fast paced writing * Anthony Riches, author of Empire series *Geraint Jones takes no prisoners in this visceral tale of Roman soldiers harried to their physical and mental limits by an implacable enemy. Siege is a story of comradeship, sacrifice and endurance in an outpost drained of hope. Only the toughest will survive -- Doug JacksonEvery page is drenched with the soldier's experience: What it means to be loyal to the state and to friends, the unspeakable horrors of war and the instinct to survive, and the twisted bonds between brothers in arms -- Giles Kristian

Read more less

Book SynopsisBrought to you by Penguin.The momentous struggle between Athens and Sparta as rival powers and political systems will last for twenty-seven years (431 to 404 BC). It will end in the fall of Athens. Filled with cunning political scheming, astonishing military prowess, invasions, treacheries, plagues, ambitions, virtues, and emotions and a lot of intrigue, Conn Iggulden brings to life one of the most thrilling chapters of the ancient world. Conn Iggulden 2020 (P) Penguin Audio 2020Trade ReviewThrilling retelling . . . It's a brilliant read, and his description of the Battle of Thermopylae is simply a stunning - and inspiring - piece of writing * Cotswold Life *Praise for Conn Iggulden -- : * : *An absolutely cracking story. The pace is nail-biting and the set dressing magnificent -- - * The Times *Absorbing and bloody -- Antonia Senior * - *Peopled with characters so finely honed the story becomes a gripping and glorious legend. Brilliant! -- - * Weekend Sport *Breathes new life into the darkest and most dramatic of times -- - * Star *

Read more less

Book SynopsisPREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED UNDER THE TITLE BLOOD FOREST''A BLOODY PAGE-TURNER'' Mail on SundayFor fans of Bernard Cornwell, Simon Scarrow, Ben Kane and Conn Iggulden, a spectacular debut where honour and duty, legions and tribes clash in bloody, heart-breaking glory . . . ____________AD 9. Fifteen thousand battle-hardened Roman legionaries strike deep into dense forest. Awaiting them are deadly, hostile Germanic tribes. In a clearing they find twelve massacred and strung-up legionaries.Is this a threat, or a warning?There is just one bloodied, broken survivor. He has no idea who he is. Only that he is a soldier.And now he must fight. As the legions are mercilessly cut down, the nameless soldier joins a small band of survivors trapped in the forest. If they fight together they have a slim chance of staying alive. But whose side is the soldier on? And is it the right one?________Trade Review'A bloody page-turner' Mail on Sunday They call him Felix. A lost soldier without a memory and now a brutal battle to win. For fans of Bernard Cornwell, Simon Scarrow, Ben Kane and Conn Iggulden, a spectacular debut where honour and duty, legions and tribes clash in bloody, heart-breaking glory . . . * from the publisher's description *A blood-soaked page-turner * Mail on Sunday *Gives Rome's legionaries a contemporary voice - this is brutal, audacious and fast paced writing -- Anthony Riches, author of Empire seriesHistorical fiction written by a real war veteran who knows all there is to know about blood and bonding in battle. An earthy and powerful read * Sport *

Read more less

Book SynopsisTHE THRILLING NEXT INSTALMENT IN TOM CLANCY''S JACK RYAN JR. SERIESA spy in the cross hairs . . .Jack Ryan Jr. lands in Israel. A few hours of simple spycraft for an old friend in the CIA then he''s off the hook. Espionage has never been so easy.Then in a crowded market, he spots the glint of a knife. Without a thought, he throws himself in front of the targets - an American woman and her young son.Suddenly, Jack is facing a team of trained international killers and two very big questions. Who wants this mother and child dead that badly? And why?Cover blown, alone and outgunned on foreign soil, Jack will need all his wits to find out - and then to somehow stop them . . .Praise for Tom Clancy''He constantly taps the current world situation for its imminent dangers and spins them into an engrossing tale'' New York Times''Heart-stopping action . . . Entertaining and emine

Read more less

Book Synopsis''A master of the genre'' The TimesThe Tungrian auxiliary cohorts return to Hadrian''s Wall after their successful Dacian campaign, only to find Britannia in chaos. The legions are overstretched, struggling to man the forts of the northern frontier in the face of increasing barbarian resistance.The Tungrians are the only soldiers who can be sent into the northern wastes, far beyond the long abandoned wall built by Antoninus, where a lost symbol of imperial power of the Sixth Victorious Legion is reputed to await them. Protected by an impassable swamp and hidden in a fortress atop a high mountain, the eagle of the Sixth legion must be recovered if the legion is to survive.Marcus and his men must penetrate the heart of the enemy''s strength, ghosting through a deadly wilderness patrolled by vicious huntresses before breaching the walls of the Fang, an all-but-impregnable fort, if they are to rescue the legion''s venerated standard. If successful t

Read more less

Book Synopsis''A master of the genre'' The TimesThe eighth book in the Empire sequence takes Centurion Marcus Aquila and his Tungrian legion on a dangerous mission to the heart of the Parthian empire.With Rome no longer safe Marcus and the Tungrians are ordered east, to the desolate border lands where Rome and Parthia have vied for supremacy for centuries.Ordered to relieve the siege of an isolated fortress, their task is doomed to bloody failure unless they can turn the disaffected Third Legion into a fighting force capable of resisting the terrifying Parthian cataphracts.And Marcus must travel to the enemy capital Ctesiphon on a desperate mission, the only man who can persuade the King of Kings to halt a war that threatens the humiliation of the empire and the slaughter of his friends.

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe sequel to The Hope, the epic novel of Israel's turbulent coming-of-age.Trade ReviewA sprawling action-packed novel...assiduously researched, The Glory is gripping historical fiction. Herman Wouk's portraits of historical figures are altogether convincing * Philidelphia Inquirer *As in previous sagas of Woukian dimensions, The Winds of War to name one of a dozen, ordinary people become heroic figures against a turbulent backdrop of war, death, and love * Booklist *

Read more less