Historical Drama

In a world that has forgotten its magic, one boy must decide if it’s worth bringing back. Coyote was born into comfort, but he never felt at home. Haunted by the death of myth and the rise of greed, he abandons his sheltered life and sets off across a kingdom that has traded soul for silver. What he finds is not salvation—but a shattered world teetering on the edge of collapse. The Conjurer—once his legendary father who brought balance through ancient power—is now nothing more than a bedtime story. The kingdom is ruled by a cunning Minister of Economics whose wealth-building schemes...

Isabel, tal como a sua mãe, D. Filipa de Lencastre, casava tarde. E a ideia de deixar Portugal, o pai envelhecido, os cinco irmãos em constante desacordo, e Lopo, irmão de leite e melhor amigo, para partir para um país longínquo e gelado atormentava-lhe o coração. Era a terceira mulher de Filipe, já duas vezes viúvo, esperava vir a dar-lhe o herdeiro legítimo de que Borgonha tanto precisava. A sua fama de mulherengo atravessava fronteiras… Mas Isabel sabia que nascera para cumprir um destino, ser a Estrela do Norte, que firme no céu indica o caminho.

Lady of the house Octavia Cavendish lives like a bird in a gilded cage. With her family’s fortune, her husband, William, has made significant additions to the estate, but he too feels bound - by the obligations of his title as well as his vows. Their son, Harry, is expected to follow in his footsteps, but the boy has dreams of his own, like pursuing the new adventure of aerial flight. Meanwhile, below stairs, a housemaid named Emily holds a secret that could undo the Cavendish name.

This spellbinding sequel to Midwife of Normandy focuses on Lucina as she begins her exciting new life in England… 1685. Set against the tumultuous background of King James II’s reign and the Glorious Revolution, precocious Lucina Dupres faces family secrets, jealousy, and tragedy following her harrowing escape from Normandy. As she navigates the conflict between childless Aunt Celia who wants to raise her as a proper lady in genteel society and her mother Clare who insists she follow the ancestral midwifery legacy, Lucina acquires lifelong friends in a peaceful country village who shape...

Shattered Innocence by H. Wilhelm Starkweather is a gripping psychological fiction novel set against the tumultuous backdrop of Revolutionary America. This evocative tale delves into the complexities of love, betrayal, and the human psyche, painting a vivid picture of the era's struggles and the internal conflicts of its characters. Step into a world where innocence is shattered by the harsh realities of war, and the quest for personal truth leads to unexpected revelations. Explore the intricate relationship between Montraville and Valerie as they navigate the trials of love and duty. ...

The Big Woods traces the history of the Boyd Family beginning in the 1850’s, through The Civil War and ending in 1871. It is a fast-paced, action and adventure western, laced wit history, humor, family and love.

Her brother's claim brought her west. His honest heart gave her a reason to stay. When Sarah Miller arrives at Idaho's Gold Fork strike wearing her dead brother's clothes and carrying his claim papers, she finds an unexpected ally in Tom Grant, the marshal determined to stamp out claim fraud. But as she struggles to work her brother's claim while maintaining her deception, Sarah discovers that protecting her secret might cost her the one thing she never expected to find in gold country: true love.

A gripping war story. For the first - and only - time in fiction, A Reckoning for Kings tells the story of the Vietnam conflict from both sides - Americans as well as North Vietnamese. In four short months - during the lightning-quick, bloody campaign known as the Tet Offensive - two bitterly opposing armies would clash in an epoch-shattering encounter that would alter the course of the war and the shape of the world forever. It was a time when America won the battle but lost the war.

A broken family. A new opportunity in a country on the precipice of unspeakable evil. November 1932. Seamus Ritter, a widower with four children, returns from riding the rails in an America crippled by the great depression. Realizing that his homecoming will not be how he envisioned it, and in a desperate attempt to make amends with his 16-year-old daughter, Maureen, Seamus accepts an invitation to come and work for his long-lost uncle in Berlin. With little other choice, Seamus takes the ship to Germany with his family.

Historic Romantic Saga England 1881. Sent away during her brother’s trial, Phyllis Forster returns home as mistress of Burnside Hall only to find that the Weardale people have turned against the Forster family, and she desperately wants to win back their respect. At 28 years old, she gives up hope of marriage and throws herself into managing the family estate, until two very different men come into her life. Ben, troubled by the past and full of anger and distrust, is a shepherd who shuns the company of others until the new boss arrives at Burnside Hall. Timothy, the new vicar, is ...

The Smith family once lived a modest, stable life in the rural South, but poverty and despair now threaten to tear them apart. Wade, restless and filled with quiet rebellion, looks to escape the suffocating grip of their past. His sister Ruby, ever hopeful, clings to a dream of a better future—though the weight of their hardships is beginning to crush her spirit. When the harsh realities of their small-town life become too much to bear, they take a bold step toward New York City, the glittering 'City of Dreams.' But a city filled with opportunity also holds a dark side. Wade and Ruby must...

In every family, some secrets are buried deep - until they shape destinies Tamara Feldman has always played by the rules—until she meets Ephraim Sade. A chance encounter with her ruggedly handsome neighbor ignites a spark she thought had long faded. But Ephraim is more than just a temptation; he's the one man who makes her question everything—her past, her choices, and the life she’s carefully built. As a forensic expert, Tamara is trained to uncover the truth, but when her work leads her to unsettling discoveries about her own family, she realizes that some secrets refuse to stay ...

This is a WW2 story of great courage and survival against almost impossible odds. During the year of 1942, Yvette Jackson, a young fun loving and very beautiful twenty year old girl was enjoying her second year as a medical student training to be a doctor. However, her world turned upside down when requested to attend the office of her professor, who informed her that she had an unknown visitor waiting for her. She’d received a visit from the mysterious caller, who simply called himself, Mr. Black. She discovered this man worked at the offices of “The Department of Fish & Fisheries” ...

'Fans of Maeve Binchy and Cathy Kelly will love this.' A story of the aftermath, of picking up the pieces, of finding yourself again and discovering that life isn’t always easy . . . it’s not meant to be, but it can be worth it. Ann Maguire believes that discovering the truth of her past will set her free, but sometimes having all the answers isn’t enough . . . Forced to leave Dublin after her marriage crumbles, Ann returns to her childhood home of Knockmore, to find herself even more isolated than before. Catapulted back to grieving for her parents and the life she once knew, ...

Step into the captivating world of Middle Eastern theatre with a groundbreaking new eBook: "The Evolution of Middle Eastern Theatre." This comprehensive exploration delves into the rich history, diverse cultural practices, and fascinating development of theatrical arts in the Middle East – a region brimming with stories waiting to be told. Journey with us back in time to uncover the origins of Middle Eastern theatre, from ancient rituals and their influence on theatrical forms to the birth of Islamic theatre. Delight in the splendor of the Golden Age of Persian literature and drama, and ...

These Sands of Time a novel by Julian Bound One Woman’s Journey Through the Centuries Finding an old journal while travelling in South East Asia, a young traveller uncovers a story of soulmates, reincarnation and immortality. The journal tells the unique life story of Nannette Basset, a kitchen maid born in Bordeaux, France in 1662. Writing of her formative years Nannette explains how at the age of twenty-six her body stopped aging. Fleeing her home in fear of reprisal for her ever youthful appearance Nannette’s story unfolds to a backdrop of centuries and across the landscapes of ...

A supernatural-fiction book set in Rome during the 19th century."Resting Place of Many Souls" unfurls a riveting narrative mingling historical romance and gothic elements. Engage as the complexities of the magical and ancient city, resonating with the remnants of pagan and Christian epochs, shape the fates of our protagonists. The Mystery BeginsWithin the echoing halls of a Roman sculpture gallery, our characters find their fates entwined. Here exists a gifted painter named Miriam, the serene Hilda from New England, a dedicated sculptor called Kenyon, and the dreamingly cheerful Italian, ...

After the battle at Albuera, Marshall Beresford assumes that Thomas Marking and his entire battalion perished at the redoubt. He reports this as fact to Viscount Wellington. Wellington takes the report as fact and sends it to London. The War Department writes off Thomas and disbands his unit. Yet, while grievously wounded at Olivenca, Thomas has survived. Being reported as deceased, what was Thomas now to do? And what about his now disbanded battalion? His faith completely shaken by this turn of events, Was there a way to complete his sworn mission of seeing the French leave the peninsula ...

From the Pulitzer Prize winner for Drama and author of Homeland Elegies, a "sparkling and combustible" play about identity in America after September 11 (Bloomberg).

Driven to escape his past and the demons who haunt him, Elk discovers a love he long thought dead. Set against the rugged beauty of the Colorado Rockies of the 1800’s, Elk’s Resolve follows the travails and triumphs of Elk, the White Indian. Guided by the hand of God, he finds his true self and defeats the voices who demand his destruction. In Elk’s Resolve, book II of Nan’s Heritage Series, author Elaine Littau depicts characters who struggle with hatred, depression, loss and fear. Full of passion, heartbreak, romance, rivalry, and hope, Elk’s Resolve will fascinate you from the ...