From the bestselling author of Silk Road comes a brand-new, sweeping action epic about the lost legion of Carrhae. Set against a sprawling canvas of Parthia, the Han dynasty, the Seven Seas of ancient Arab traders, and Rome in the last days of the Republic, this is historical adventure on a breathtaking scale.Roman Empire, 53BC: In the wake of catastrophic defeat at the battle of Carrhae, Roman tribune, Valerius, is taken prisoner at the far reaches of the Parthian Empire. It is the ends of the earth, and he vows to somehow find a way home.In Rome, Pompey and Caesar battle for absolute power in the last days of the Republic, and senators plot to take sides, as the city convulses into riot and civil war. No one is safe.Valerius soon realises that if he ever does find his way back, his problems will be far from over. Dark secrets will not stay buried. Politics and intrigue bend to no man. And standing between him and his wife is the man who abandoned him to die on the battlefield.'Blazing with adventure, epic in scope, and utterly compulsive.' Waterstone’s UK.'Spectacular historical fiction blazing with romance, intrigue and dramatic action.' Booklist.Experience the Epic Adventure SeriesThrilling journeys through vividly imagined worlds, heart pounding action and unforgettable characters.Multi-bestselling stand-alone tales that can be read in any order.10,000+ five-star reviews.Translated into 25 languages.Part thriller. Part history. All adventure. Read more

After losing Cronus, Maisey had to make a choice; lay broken on the floor and sink into depression, or charge into the underworld and get her man back. Not one to sit around, she and Hyperion waltz into Thanatos‘s office and demand the god of Death give them safe passage through the seven levels of the underworld to retrieve her love.It seemed like a good idea at the time... but will Maisey be able to retrieve Cronus and resurrect him in time to finally take out Zeus? Maybe if a huge wrench hadn't been thrown in their plans. #JustGoingToHaveToWingIt Read more

Cleopatra. Caesar. Mark Antony. Augustus. Only one can rule. Only one can live. Alexandria, 51 BC: When the young Cleopatra VII assumes the throne of Egypt, the Roman Empire rules the Mediterranean with an iron fist. Julius Caesar has shattered the Republic and become Dictator. But Cleopatra is not prepared to be Rome’s puppet. She hatches an audacious plan to change the course of history.Allied first with Caesar and then with his protégé Mark Antony, she dares to challenge the might of Rome. What follows is an epic game of thrones of love, war, political intrigue and breathtaking ambition. Through triumph and disaster Cleopatra does not falter.Finally, with the future of the entire western world at play, she must either bow her head to Rome - or gamble her ambitions, her country and her life on a man she cannot trust.‘Makes dry history into a real rip-roaring read.’ Forum Magazine.‘Spectacular - blazing with intrigue, romance and dramatic action.’ Booklist.'Truly made this historical era come alive.' Historical Novel Review.‘This is the riveting story of Egypt’s last and greatest queen. A vivid portrait of an unforgettable woman.’ Publishers Weekly.Experience the Epic Adventure SeriesThrilling journeys through vividly imagined worlds, heart pounding action and unforgettable characters.Multi-bestselling stand-alone tales that can be read in any order.10,000+ five-star reviews.Translated into 25 languages.Part thriller. Part history. All adventure. Read more

The impossible has happened. I became the thing that I’ve hated my entire life. Thanks to Bryce’s gift, I’m now an Idol. But I no longer want to see them all destroyed. Thanks to Bryce, Rufio, Morpheus, and Phoenix, the four powerful Idols I’ve fallen in love with, I realize I can’t blame an entire race for the evil doings of a minority.Being an Idol doesn’t make my existence easier, though. On the contrary, thanks to the rare gift I’ve developed, I’m now wanted dead or alive. Some want to use me as a weapon; others want me gone forever.We’re living in dangerous times, and the only Idols I can trust are my boyfriends. But we need allies because war is coming and we can’t fight in it alone. Read more

What if Alexander the Great had not died young? An alternative history set against the brutal, ancient worlds of Babylon, Carthage and Sicily.Babylon, 323 BC: Alexander has survived every effort to kill him. Restless, ruthless, he wonders which world to conquer next. He has a powerful new weapon – the war elephants he brought back with him from India.As captain of the elephants, Gajendra is both ambitious and deeply loyal to Alexander, the great soldier who plucked him from obscurity. He begins a meteoric rise through the ranks of the Macedonian army, protected by his fiercely devoted elephant, Colossus.But Colossus is far more than a brute weapon of war, and the bond he forms with Gajendra ultimately threatens the life of the world’s greatest general. Just as all he has dreamed of is within his grasp, Gajendra faces a terrible choice. Betray his beloved general or sell his soul.‘A fantastic read.’ Wilbur Smith.'A helluva good read! Colin Falconer has unleashed all the gods of war in this thrilling adventure.' Noble Smith.'Duplicity, depravity and desire abound in this thrilling novel.' James Aitcheson.'Spectacular historical fiction blazing with romance, intrigue and dramatic action.' Booklist.Experience the Epic Adventure SeriesThrilling journeys through vividly imagined worlds, heart pounding action and unforgettable characters.Multi-bestselling stand-alone tales that can be read in any order.10,000+ five-star reviews.Translated into 25 languages.Part thriller. Part history. All adventure. Read more

The war between Idols and Norms has finally begun. The Neo Gods have shown their hand. They plan to vanquish every single Norm by using any means necessary, even using Fringes to do their dirty work.My identity as the Unmaker has been revealed, which means I must go into hiding until we’re ready to strike back. But fighting the Neo Gods is not our only problem. Chaos, the primordial god, wants me dead, and facing him seems impossible. He doesn’t care who wins the war. He wants utter destruction.Our only hope to defeat him, stop the Neo Gods, and save the world is to finally unveil the secret that connects me to Bryce, Rufio, Phoenix, and Morpheus. The key is in our past. We just have to stay alive long enough to discover it.*This is the FINAL book in the Gifted Academy series featuring Daisy, Rufio, Bryce, and Morpheus. Read more

This book contains the following two novels: "The Pestilence": Camus' novel about the bubonic plague destroying the population of a North African coastal village is a classic of twentieth-century literature. It is a heartbreaking story of human perseverance in the face of unrelieved tragedy. The Stranger Camus investigated what he called the "nakedness of man faced with the ludicrous" through this tale of a common guy who unknowingly becomes involved in a senseless murder on a sunny Algerian beach. In 1957, Albert Camus received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Read more

My worst fear has to come to pass, and now Stephan knows about my terrible secret. He hates me with every fiber of his being, and I can’t blame him for it.Unfortunately, war has come, and we have to put our issues aside to fight the greatest evil that has befallen our world. Chaos will stop at nothing until he has destroyed everything we hold dear.Can Stephan and I work together without tearing each other apart, or will the end of the world mend what I thought was irreparable damage? Read more

Weak.Useless.Freak.Those are the words used to describe me. I’m an Idol who can’t see, and in this savage world where power is everything, being born with a disability makes me an aberration. Idols are the direct descendants of the gods. We’re supposed to be perfect.My parents kept me protected behind walls most of my life. They fear I won’t survive in the real world. They have no idea what kind of power runs through my veins.Stephan Silverstone—the most perfect Idol I’ve ever met—does. He’s cocky, annoying, and pushes my buttons like no other. But he sees me, the real person behind all the preconceived notions. Without effort, he’s breaking all my barriers; he’s claiming my heart.When I’m with him, sparks fly. I want to be reckless and forget everything. If only things were that simple. We’re both keeping dangerous secrets that could tear us apart. War is coming, and I’m not sure if what we have will survive.*This book is part one of a duet and ends on a cliffhanger. Read more

A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the most notorious Pyrates is a 1724 book published in Britain containing biographies of contemporary pirates,[1] which was influential in shaping popular conceptions of pirates. It is the prime source for the biographies of many well known pirates.[2] Its author uses the name Captain Charles Johnson, generally considered a pseudonym. Read more

Perfect for romantic dark fantasy fans who loved The Four Horsemen Series, andthe Black Jewels novels. Return to the realms Of Chaos and Darkness in the next installment of Faye, Rune, and Voshki's story in A Trial of Lace and Bone.Can there be peace without bloodshed?Now in control of a court, Faye allows those without magic entry, offering protection and sanctuary from those who possess it.But when her actions infuriate the old houses in Necromia, Faye is determined to rule without bloodshed and protect her people from the immortals who view the realm of Anaria as it has always been —the peasant lands.As tensions build, the Court of Lace and Bone, led by a sadistic dark-blooded queen named Delilah, openly challenges Faye. Delilah targets her court, vowing to extinguish the source of Anaria's hope beneath the sole of her boot.When Delilah’s calculated strikes grow increasingly more vicious and personal, Faye will be forced to make a choice.Become the thing she fears the most or lose her crown, her family, and herself.Forever. Read more

Jealousy, enmity, revenge, and, above all else, arrogance, is a recurring theme among Aphrodite, Apollo, Artemis, and Adonis. It’s a wonder that the “A” in their names doesn’t stand for arrogance.Aphrodite’s love for the handsome Adonis clouds her judgment. Bitterness stirs within her when she becomes aware of Apollo and Adonis’ affection for each other. Artemis also feels disgraced by the relationship between the God and male mortal. All of their lives become entangled with endless drama and devious plots each makes on one another.Arrogance is a retelling of the many classic Greek Mythological tales we’ve come to grow and love.Which of these Gods will come out on top? Let the drama unfold.Aphrodite: The Vengeful OneWill show her wrath to anyone who wrongs herApollo: The Vigorous OneWill use his power to get whatever he desiresArtemis: The Apprehensive OneWill cast shame on those who don’t follow her beliefsAdonis: The Irresistible OneWill seduce anyone to get his way Read more

A European Best-seller classic, continuously in print since 1946, now for the first time in English.570 B.C.They slip their jailors in Carthage and rush across the Mediterranean pursued by enemy agents and assassins: a mysterious oriental priest and his Greek apprentice.Their mission: to prevent the outbreak of a civil war in Egypt.Their opponents: the Great Phoenician Council and the entire state apparatus of Eternal Egypt.Their resources: the old man's wit and the young man's courage.A classic tale of high adventure, full of white-knuckle twists and turns, engaging characters, and sparkling humor.A European best-seller since 1946 now beautifully translated into English.If you liked The Treasure Island and The Three Musketeers, you will love this.Pick up your copy today and get whisked off into the exotic, exciting world of classical antiquity! Read more

From USA TODAY Bestselling Author Kathryn Gauci, comes a mesmerising, emotional espionage thriller that no fan of WWII fiction will want to miss.“One never knows where fate will take us. Cairo taught me that. Expect the unexpected. Little did I realise when I left London that I would walk out of one nightmare into another.”1943. SOE agent Larry Hadley leaves Cairo for German and Italian occupied Greece. His mission is to liaise with the Poseidon network under the leadership of the White Rose.It’s not long before he finds himself involved with a beautiful and intriguing woman whose past is shrouded in mystery. In a country where hardship, destruction and political instability threaten to split the Resistance, and terror and moral ambiguity live side by side, Larry’s instincts tell him something is wrong.After the devastating massacre in a small mountain village by the Wehrmacht, combined with new intelligence concerning the escape networks, he is forced to confront the likelihood of a traitor in their midst. But who is it?Time is running out and he must act before the network is blown. The stakes are high.From the shadowy souks and cocktail parties of Cairo’s elite to the mountains of Greece, Athens, the Aegean Islands, and Turkey, The Poseidon Network, is an unforgettable cat-and-mouse portrait of wartime that you will not want to put down.Winner ofThe Hemingway Award 2020 – 1st Place Best in Category – Chanticleer International Book Awards (CIBA),The Poseidon Network is a gripping tale of WWII espionage and the brave Resistance who worked so diligently to free Greece from the horrors of Hitler and German occupation. Based on historical events."What I enjoyed the most about this novel, apart from the riveting plot, was the setting. Kathryn Gauci is a master when it comes to vivid descriptions, which she manages to write in such a way that you feel like you’re watching a movie and not reading a book." Amazon Reviewer Read more

Le Père Goriot est un roman d’Honoré de Balzac, écrit en 1834, dont la publication débute dans la Revue de Paris et qui paraît en 1835 en librairie. Il fait partie des Scènes de la vie privée de la Comédie humaine. Le Père Goriot établit les bases de ce qui deviendra un véritable édifice : la Comédie humaine, construction littéraire unique en son genre, avec des liens entre les volumes, des passerelles, des renvois. Read more

Originally published in 1990, this book contains the full text and translation of razos and troubadour songs. The coupling of the razos and songs in this edition is based on the conviction that though the lyrics should first be read on their own, it is highly instructive to read the two together, as the razo authors intended. This allows the reader to attempt to read as a thirteenth-century contemporary might have. Read more

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A tale of adventure and military brotherhood in the legions of RomeThe legions are in tatters, and the Gothic hordes are gathering beyond the mountains . . .377 AD: Thracia’s legions are few and broken in the wake of the Battle of Ad Salices. But the scattered centuries and cohorts rally in an effort to blockade the Haemus Mountain passes and hold back the relentless attacks of Fritigern’s swelling Gothic armies. These passes must endure until Eastern Emperor Valens and Western Emperor Gratian can muster and bring their Praesental Armies in relief.Numerius Vitellius Pavo and the men of the XI Claudia return to Constantinople from their brutal Persian sortie to hear widespread tales of Thracia’s plight and the precarious mountain blockades. Each of them knows what is at stake should those passes fall: the heartland of the Eastern Empire would face the wrath of the barbarians and loved ones would be at the mercy of their savage blades. When the Claudia are despatched to aid the effort at the mountains, Pavo can think only of two souls wandering in the jaws of the Gothic threat: his beloved Felicia and his lost half-brother, Dexion. So he and his comrades march at haste, headlong into the storm that awaits them . . . Read more

Ithaca, Greece, 13th Century B.C. in a faux Regency setting.Odysseus Halstead, the Duke of Ithaca, is looking for a wife, and he has chosen Lady Penelope Auckland, only child of Earl Icarius Auckland. The two are very much falling in love, and Odysseus believes that Penelope will make a suitable partner in the managing of his estate, as well as contributing to his overall happiness.But all is not perfect; Odysseus is not the only man pining for Penelope’s affections. Viscount Antinous Capshaw seeks to make Penelope his own, and is willing to do anything necessary to succeed. Moreover, the growing conflict between Greece and Troy promises to overwhelm her people entirely if a solution is not agreed upon, and soon.Will love triumph in the end? Will peace arise between Greece and Troy? Or will darker emotions feed the growing conflicts on both foreign and domestic shores? Read The Duke of Ithaca to find out! Read more

The darling of the Olympian gods and goddesses.The cunning trickster whose deceit knows no bounds.Hermes, the messenger and herald of the gods, is admired by all.Yet, there is someone that Hermes admires that he cannot have.This is a tale of the many plots and ruses pulled by this deceitful god.Yet, the one thing he is truly deceiving all along is his own heart.When Hermes encounters the male mortal, Crocus, he thinks he has found a true friend,But what he really has found is someone he wants a lifelong companionship with. Read more