From Bernard Cornwell, the undisputed master of historical fiction, hailed as the direct heir to Patrick O'Brien,* comes the third volume in the exhilarating Saxon Chronicles: the story of the birth of England as the Saxons struggle to repel the Danish invaders. The year is 878, and as Lords of the ... more »

Originally published in December, 1914 issue of The People's Magazine, here is a classic tale from H. Bedford-Jones, known at the time as the King of the Pulps. The original editorial description: Had the king lived, there had been no murder of womenfolk; but Bedfort had shot down the king from behind ... more »

New York Times bestselling author Diana Gabaldon mesmerized readers with her award-winning Outlander novels, four dazzling tales featuring eighteenth-century Scotsman James Fraser and his twentieth-century time-traveling wife, Claire Randall. Now, in this eagerly awaited fifth volume, Diana Gabaldon ... more »

De Contenido: Al sentir un roce en el cuello, Fernando de Ojeda soltó la pluma y levantó la cabeza. Una palmera enana movía detrás de él con balanceo repentino sus anchas manos de múltiples y puntiagudos dedos. Para evitarse este contacto avanzó el sillón de junco, pero no pudo seguir escribiendo. Algo ... more »

A tale about family values in the upper class of British society. This work by Turgis explores the attitude of society to its defiant members. The inner turmoil of the characters is elucidated although they are not allowed to show their deep emotions. The unity of plot and characters totally engrosses ... more »

Some royal names are predestined to misfortune: in France, there is the name Henry. Henry I was poisoned, Henry II was killed in a tournament, Henry III and Henry IV were assassinated. As to Henry V, for whom the past is so fatal already, God alone knows what the future has in store for him. more »

It is one of the best spooky stories, definitely spine-chilling. Mysterious and vivacious action in the story mesmerizes the reader. The horrifying effect is created as the arcane setting of fires, shaking of the house, loud and incessant noises, distinct knocking as sledge-hammers on the walls and the ... more »

Set in the magnificent culture of the Middle East more than four thousand years ago, Lilah is a rich and emotionally resonant story of faith, love, and courage. Living in exile, Lilah is in love with Antinoes, a Persian warrior. They have known each other since they were children, and Antinoes dearly ... more »

Dans la vieillesse de Justinien, l'empire, épuisé par de longs efforts, approchoit de sa décadence. Toutes les parties de l'administration étoient négligées : les loix étoient en oubli, les finances au pillage, la discipline militaire à l'abandon. L'empereur, lassé de la guerre, achetoit de tous côt ... more »

Maggie, a young interpreter, believes perfect justice can't be achieved without perfect rulers, so she fights the corrupt despots of an 1830s British Colony. And tries not to fall in love with Jeremy, her hot-headed foolish ally. Magistrates commit murder, the natives mistake a missionary as an incarnation ... more »

Set in the deep and dark backdrop of the thick forests of Manitoba, Canada, this is a story revolving around the major events of life. With deep sentiments and engaging characters, a well-knitted plot has been produced that portrays life in its most unique form. more »

An indelible portrait of a woman who through great toughness of character blazes her own trailNovelist William Haywod Henderson has won acclaim for his depictions of land and nature and his ability to bring the American West to vivid life. Of his most recent novel, The Rest of the Earth, Annie Proulx ... more »