The Island of Fantasy - A Romance

Fergus Hume

Beschreibung

In "The Island of Fantasy," Fergus Hume explores the intricate intersections of reality and imagination through the tale of an isolated utopia. The novel employs a richly descriptive literary style, blending elements of fantasy with social commentary, as it delves into human aspirations and the inevitable disillusionment that follows. Set against the backdrop of the Victorian era, the narrative draws upon contemporary themes of escapism and the search for meaning, reflecting Hume's keen observations of society's contradictions and aspirations during a time of rapid change. Fergus Hume, an Australian author and playwright, achieved fame with his detective novels, primarily through his bestselling work, "The Mystery of a Hansom Cab." His diverse experiences, from law to theatrical pursuits, significantly influenced his writing. Hume's background accounts for his ability to craft compelling narratives that traverse various genres, and "The Island of Fantasy" stands as a testament to his literary versatility and innovative imagination. Readers seeking an engrossing journey into the depths of fantasy and the complexities of human desire will find Hume's work both thought-provoking and vividly engaging. This novel captures not only the essence of an era but also the timeless quest for personal fulfillment and the confrontation with the boundaries of reality.

Verfügbar seit: 04.09.2022.

Drucklänge: 433 Seiten.

Weitere Bücher, die Sie mögen werden

Left Field

Elizabeth Sims

Lillian Byrd has been searching her soul after the gut-wrenching experience of killing someone in self-defense. Scrabbling to make ends meet, she takes a job as a quasi-detective, solving life's little mysteries for a pair of eccentric women in one of Detroit's last prestigious neighborhoods. When she spots a corpse on the next-door lawn, she jumps back into honest work as an investigative journalist. 
 
 
 
Her friend Mercedes reveals that the dead woman, Abby Rawson, played on a women's softball team she manages and pressures Lillian into taking her spot. Softball turns to hardball when Lillian not only plunges into a love affair with the team's sought-after pitcher but also goes undercover as an exterminator, a squatter, and a charity worker to investigate Abby's death and the corrupt medical organization she worked for. No one on the team is above suspicion, and as they get closer to snagging the coveted championship title—and Lillian gets closer to discovering the dark truth behind Abby's murder—she fights to keep her new love in her life and literally save her own. 
 
 
 
Filled with Lillian Byrd's trademark snark, nail-biting twists and turns, and a thrilling climax, Left Field scores a grand slam that'll leave listeners cheering in the stands.

Zum Buch

Payback: Book 2 in the Hackers...

L. J. Greatrex

The transition from educated family man to wealthy land owner and well-liked pillar of the Caribbean community, William Forester, having morphed into 'Bill Pascal', remains more determined than ever to seek revenge against his wealthy adversary. 
Whilst not losing sight of his goal of being reunited with his wife and children with his ill-gotten gains intact, with the help of his friend Paul Max, he continues his journey of retribution despite making every effort to build a new life he hopes one day will bring his family back together.

Zum Buch

The Blood of Tyrants

M. P. MacDougall

Retired Navy SEAL Lawson Holland has lost everything. 
Disillusioned and wrestling with demons from his past, he goes deep into the wilderness to quiet his own nightmares. 
But Holland’s search for solace is interrupted when a freak accident puts him face to face with the one man he holds responsible for his loss - the President of the United States. 
Two years earlier, President Galen Tolliver’s reckless foreign policy resulted in the death of Holland’s son. Now, caught in the middle of a rapidly unfolding assassination plot, Holland is the last man standing between Tolliver and certain death. 
Faced with an impossible choice, Holland finds himself fighting a war he didn’t want. With terrorists, assassins and corrupt politicians closing in, Holland is in a race to get to the truth and expose the plot - but how far is he willing to go? 
The Blood of Tyrants is the first book in the fast-paced Lawson Holland thriller series. This high-intensity, shocking techno-thriller in the style of Tom Clancy, Brad Taylor, Vince Flynn, Brad Thor and Nelson DeMille will grab you on page one and won’t let you go. Get The Blood of Tyrants today!

Zum Buch

The Family Tree

Anonym

⭐”Keeps the shocks coming right up to the climatic end…” Lisa Gardner⭐
The DNA results are back. And there’s a serial killer in her family tree…
Liz Catalano is shocked when an ancestry kit reveals she’s adopted. But she could never have imagined connecting with her unknown family would plunge her into an FBI investigation of a notorious serial killer…
The Tri-State Killer has been abducting pairs of women for forty years, leaving no clues behind – only bodies.
Can Liz figure out who the killer in her new family is? And can she save his newest victims before it’s too late?
A gripping, original thriller for fans of My Lovely Wife, Netflix’s Making a Murderer, and anyone who’s ever wondered what their family tree might be hiding…Praise for The Family Tree:
“A very original take on the serial killer theme with plenty of jaw-dropping moments.” Alex Pine
“A fresh, inventive take on the thriller. Brilliant and deliciously dark until the very last page.” Jeneva Rose
“Pacey and compellingly creepy.” Sharon Dempsey
“This twisted and twisty thriller is sure to keep you up at night – either because you can’t stop reading, or because you’re too afraid to sleep.” Megan Collins
“A fast-paced thrill ride, with dark twists and clever plotting that had me triple-checking the locks before I could finally fall asleep” Andrea Bartz
In The Family Tree, Steph Mullin crafts a suspenseful narrative that delves into the dark corners of a family's past. The domestic life of Liz Catalano is turned upside down as she becomes the detective in her own family's crime mystery, proving that the best stories are often closer than we think.
For fans of Jenny Blackhurst (The Perfect Guests), Nicole Trope (His Other Wife), Kerry Wilkinson (The One Who Fell), S. E. Lynes (The Ex), and Fiona Cummins (All Of Us Are Broken).

Zum Buch

The Adventures of Jimmie Dale

Frank L. Packard

By day, Jimmie Dale is a wealthy New York socialite with every privilege at his fingertips. By night, he becomes The Gray Seal—a daring, enigmatic figure who leaves behind a telltale gray diamond-shaped seal at the scene of each break-in. But unlike ordinary criminals, the Gray Seal’s exploits are driven by a higher purpose: exposing corruption, protecting the innocent, and dismantling the city’s underworld from within. 
As Dale walks the razor’s edge between high society and the criminal underworld, he faces ruthless gang leaders, shadowy masterminds, and the ever-present risk of discovery. With his quick wit, masterful disguises, and fearless heart, he wages a thrilling battle for justice, one secret mission at a time. 
First published in 1917, The Adventures of Jimmie Dale introduced readers to one of crime fiction’s earliest masked heroes, a character who would inspire generations of pulp, noir, and even modern superheroes. Fast-paced and full of intrigue, it remains a classic of early twentieth-century adventure literature.

Zum Buch

The Scorned Wife

Theo Baxter

Damon is handsome, charming, intelligent. But he does have one little flaw . . . 
 
 
 
Amelia was deeply in love with her husband, Sam. Until she discovered he was having an affair with her younger sister, Cara. Ever since, Amelia has had to sit by at family events while her sister and ex-husband flaunt their passionate relationship. 
 
 
 
Tired of being seen as a loser, Amelia hires stunningly handsome actor, Damon Chase, to stand in as her boyfriend. A plan that works better than she ever hoped as pathologically competitive Cara throws herself at Damon, causing an acrimonious breakup with Sam. 
 
 
 
But Amelia doesn't get to enjoy her moment of triumph for long. Because Damon suddenly announces that he'd like to start dating for real. And he's not taking no for an answer. 
 
 
 
As he begins to stalk her, Amelia realizes she doesn't really know this guy, that he may be dangerous. 
 
 
 
A fear that is confirmed as her life spirals down into a relentless nightmare and she finally gets to see the real Damon: a man with no boundaries, who will do absolutely anything to get what he wants—her. 
 
 
 
Contains mature themes.

Zum Buch