Ancient Legends

This bundle includes The Curse of the Ancient Emerald and Tunnel of Secrets.

"The fluid and efficient writing immediately draws you into the story, and the main plot of the mysterious unknown is utterly addictive" —Myrgrim Fans of David Gemmell, Bernard Cornwell, Simon Scarrow, and Conn Iggulden will delight in this thrilling journey. A captivating story at the crossroads of genres, blending historical inspiration, epic battles, and mystical quests. A novel you'll read in one sitting. Arcan has lost his memory, and would have lost his life, had he not been rescued in the heart of the desert by a troop of soldiers from Namathea. Sent by the Priestess of Time, they ...

While it would not have been unsurprising to see a black knight in King Arthur's multicultural court, few people today realize that this would be for the same reason there were so many black Roman colonists of Londinium. The noble and antiracist chivalry demonstrated by King Arthur and his knights traces back thousands of years to the most elemental hopes of the Roman people for a more civilized world, and remains relevant even today. The Story of Sir Morien dates to those dark ages when racism and negrophobia were first encouraged and took hold in Europe. Children and adults alike will ...

Exploring the Dark Feminine: Lamaštu and Lilith This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the mythological figures Lamaštu and Lilith, tracing their origins, roles, and transformations across various cultures and time periods. Chapter One introduces Lamaštu, an ancient Mesopotamian demoness, detailing her characteristics, names, and the types of activities attributed to her. It also covers related figures like Dimme and Pašittu, and delves into the forms and nature of Lamaštu, including her role in black magical theurgy. Chapter Two shifts focus to Lilith in Mesopotamia, ...

Dear Readers, Thank you for choosing this book! Before diving in, please note: this is NOT a children’s book. If you purchased this expecting a festive tale for little ones, please reconsider—this story was written with an adult audience in mind. Think of it as a glimpse into the real North Pole—without the sugarcoating. The characters here are as human as the rest of us, with all the complexities and imperfections that come with it. You’ll find adult language and themes that aren’t suitable for younger readers. You’ve been warned! Now, let’s dive into the story... The North ...

The Shroud of Turin, the burial cloth believed to bear the image of Jesus Christ after the crucifixion, has been pronounced a fake by an antiquities expert. But if that’s true, then where is the authentic shroud of Christ? In this next Phoenix Quest adventure, Simon Kessler sends Thalia Phoenix and her cousin, Casey, to a New York museum to examine the writing on a papyrus document. However, before they can carry out their assignment, Thalia and Casey are kidnapped by a villain who demands that she locate the authentic shroud—Casey will be held hostage until Phoe finds it. Forced to ...

Discover a world where ancient secrets and mystical power collide in The Jade Amulet. When a mysterious relic surfaces from the depths of history, its otherworldly allure awakens a forgotten destiny and unleashes forces beyond imagination. In this spellbinding tale, a reluctant hero embarks on a perilous journey through treacherous lands and time-worn legends. Pursued by dark forces and betrayed by those closest to him, he must decipher cryptic clues, brave enchanted realms, and confront his own inner demons to unlock the amulet’s true power. Steeped in rich historical intrigue and ...

Annabeth felt as if someone had draped a cold washcloth across her neck. She heard that whispering laughter again, as if the presence had followed her from the ship. She looked up at the Argo II. Its massive bronze hull glittered in the sunlight. Part of her wanted to kidnap Percy right now, get on board and get out of here while they still could.

The quest for the old scrolls is on. The stakes are high. No one is safe. France, 1798. Cavalry Captain Pascal de Charney is summoned by his father, Roland, before leaving to Egypt with Napoleon’s army. Roland wishes Pascal to perform a task for him. Israel, 2010. Yossi Luria is an ex-cop turned private investigator, who still hurts over his dismissal from the police force. Jeanne de Charney, an enchanting Frenchwoman from Normandy, steps in to hire his services. She presents him with a batch of intriguing old letters from Pascal, which she has uncovered while searching in her family’s ...

"In the frozen depths of the Winterspine Mountains, a battle for survival unfolds in this dark fantasy thriller that merges nail-biting suspense with ancient legends. When the balance between light and shadow begins to unravel, the jovial Fatman and the fearsome Krampus must confront a rising evil older than time itself. Packed with pulse-pounding action, bone-chilling creatures, and sinister secrets, this gothic fantasy epic will keep readers on the edge of their seats as they journey through a world of treacherous snowfields and forgotten bargains. Perfect for fans of supernatural horror ...

Leading Athens for upwards of 40 years between the Second Persian War and the Peloponnesian War, Pericles has become an idealized figure over the last millennia, but he was a polarizing figure among his contemporaries. According to some, he was an honest and upstanding politician, while for others he was the lowest kind of demagogue. They thought he was a political opportunist whose ability to wriggle free of criticism was best summed up by the typically pithy comment of his rival Thucydides.

Fresh off his adventure beneath the Great Sphinx of Egypt, fourteen-year-old Lorton McCroy is itching for another quest. When his archaeologist uncle invites him to Nova Scotia to investigate the world-famous Oak Island Money Pit, Lorton can’t say no—even if it means delaying his first summer job. Armed with ancient maps, ground-penetrating radar scans, and a healthy dose of skepticism, Lorton joins his uncle and a gruff one-eyed guide to navigate the island’s dangerous maze of tunnels. But centuries of treasure hunters have left booby traps, collapses, and curses in their wake. And ...

Rowen the Restless is one of the bastard triplets of King Edward III. At birth, the king ordered them killed, fearing the superstitions of triplets being evil spawns of the devil who would only bring him bad luck. However, someone didn't want the babies to die, and the boys' lives were saved in secret. Now, over two decades later, Rowen and his brothers, Rook and Reed, are out for vengeance on the man who sired them and wanted them dead.

A haunted lighthouse! Derek Autumn is a paranormal investigator. He is asked to investigate a series of mysterious events that seem to have their focus on an ancient light house. And a curse! Can he solve the mystery? Is it really a curse...or something that no one would ever have guessed?

Hawaiian Shapeshifters, or Kupua, were demigods that lived among the Hawaiians. They had families and children who carried the shapeshifting abilities in their genes. Some of these traits have disappeared over the generations, but a new Kupua is occasionally born. Our story is of a Kupua born to a family unprepared to receive him. Abandoned at birth, a family of shapeshifters adopts him. Can love and patience teach the young Kupua to overcome his craving for human flesh?

Crassus, one of the most powerful men in Rome yearns for revenge. Spartacus and friends have taken from him the opportunity for more wealth and influence. He will release his wolf, Flabinus. A man known through out the empire for his relentless and savage pursuit of his prey. Spartacus and his allies have learnt to stand their ground in the arena, now they must learn to run.

Mark Antony (83-50 B.C.) is one of the most unique and best known figures of antiquity, a man whose relationships with some of history's giants ensured his own legacy. A protégé of Julius Caesar's, a lover of Cleopatra's, a sworn enemy of Cicero's, and a foil for Octavian, Antony has long been remembered for the role he played in others' lives more than for his own accomplishments. Fittingly and ironically, Antony might be best remembered today for the words Shakespeare put in his mouth for Caesar's eulogy.

Seven Norse Heroes Seven Days a Week: A Journey in Pictures and Poems Description: Dive into the enchanting world of Norse mythology with Norse Heroes and Days of Legend: A Journey in Pictures and Poems. This visually stunning and deeply insightful book explores the powerful legends of seven Norse heroes, each so significant that they have their own day of the week named after them. Meet the Heroes: - Sunna, the radiant Heroine of Sunday, brings the dawn of each week with her illuminating presence. - Máni, the mystical Heroine of Monday, guides us through the night's mysteries with the ...

A Short Story...by Ted Lazaris Enter the world of Elderwood Hall, where Christmas is not just a festive season but a gateway to enchantment and timeless mysteries. "The Enchanted Eve at Elderwood Hall," penned by the imaginative Ted Lazaris, takes readers on a magical journey that intertwines the joy of the holiday season with the allure of ancient secrets. Nestled in the heart of a snowy landscape, Elderwood Hall is a magnificent manor, brimming with legends and whispered tales. This Christmas, it becomes the backdrop for an extraordinary event that will awaken the hidden magic within its ...

The Babylonians were one of the earliest of history's great ancient civilizations, and the most famous Babylonian of them all was Hammurabi, who came to the throne as the first king of the Babylonian empire around the beginning of the 18th century BC. Hammurabi had a long and fruitful reign that saw him consolidate most of Mesopotamia under his control, but he's best known today for Hammurabi's Code, one of the earliest known code of laws in human history. Inscribed on stone tablets, Hammurabi's Code was found over 3,500 years later, in the early 20th century.