Publisher: Altus Press
H. Bedford-Jones’ thrilling novel of the Vikings and King Olaf, who broke the power of the old gods and who introduced Christianity into his realm. One of H. Bedford-Jones’ earliest novels, it’s now part of The H. Bedford-Jones Library.
A small group of people become embroiled in the tumultuous events of the French Revolution. - Summary by Brad FilipponeShow book
For many years Dan Starkey has been a journalist of some repute - mainly ill. Now he is back with his wife Patricia, and while they try for a baby, he is aiming to keep himself out of trouble. Had he not been caught in a rather awkward position when he received a phone call from Big Davie Kincaird, he might not have decided to return to the village of Groomsport. And had he not drunk too much in order to cover the awkwardness of seeing this friend he hasn't known for twenty-five years, he might not have found himself agreeing to go on honeymoon... in Florida... for three weeks... with Big Davie. What else could possibly go wrong?Show book
“Fans of light historical fiction will enjoy this novel” of two unwed mothers in post-WWII Liverpool whose lives converge as secrets come to light (Booklist). In 1942, two young women, Dorothy Wilson and Lynne Donegan, give birth in a home for unwed mothers. Thirteen years later, Dorothy is a successful actress, offered her first major role in a feature film. But it will mean spending time apart from her policeman boyfriend Sam—when all Sam wants to do is settle down and start a family. Meanwhile, Lynne, having lost her childhood sweetheart in the war, is bringing up her daughter on her own, eking out a meagre living as a dressmaker. Though their lives have taken widely divergent paths in the intervening years, Dorothy and Lynne’s lives are about to cross paths again—in ways neither could have predicted. For both women are keeping secrets from their loved ones: secrets that are destined to burst into the open, changing the two women’s lives forever. “Francis effectively captures postwar Liverpool and uses her younger characters to foreshadow the youthquake that will soon sweep England.” —BooklistShow book
The Cowans have arrived in Texas to homestead. After their dangerous trek west, they want to settle, free from worry and danger. With the help of his son, Wes, the McLeod brothers, and Pony Boy, Bruce is ready to raise his cabin.Unfortunately for them, their troubles have just begun!They discover that Cord McGregor, the cattle baron they had a run in with on the Santa Fe Trail, has a spread nearby. To make matters worse, the cattle ranchers are in a range war against homesteaders and sheepherders.McGregor and the other ranchers aren't their only problem. There's a tribe of hostile Apaches nearby and the Owens gang to the north.Caught between three different enemies, Bruce raises his log cabin, hoping his family can live in peace. It's not to be.Amid the growing issues that threaten the lives of the settlers, Trent waits for the perfect time to ask Becky to marry him.Forced once again to defend themselves, the McLeod brothers face their deadliest foes yet. They can't move on this time. The stakes are high. Life or death. They must protect their lives and their homestead, or die. Will they ever live in peace?Show book
England 1201 in the reign of King John and someone is looking for the truth about Robin Hood…Scribe Alan-a-Dale ventures into Sherwood Forest. As a storyteller he knows one man’s laments are another’s inspiration. Caught in a storm he finds Little John and Will Scarlet in their shelter. Seeking refuge he joins them and finds that John is eager to tell a tale, just not the one that Alan was bargaining for…Entertaining in the Great Hall of Nottingham castle, Alan-a-Dale and his songs and stories bring warmth to a cold castle night. Stories of passion and adventure that give the Lord High Sheriff, Phillip De Nicholay, cause to reflect… And share a secret with Alan…Show book
Legends are somewhat deceitful. Leaving no room for sequels. Books never written. Stories never told. Until now. It is the late 1800s, and Paul Cunningham is about to establish himself as one of the most iconic American folklore figures of all time by logging his way through the northern United States. What he doesn't realize is the ruinous cost of his conquest. From singer songwriter David Nash, a heart felt reimagining tale of the folk legend Paul Bunyan. This is a novel that was meant be heard. Read by the author, The Man in the Pines is Nash's first novel. It is a tale of demi-god strength, love lost, hubris, and destruction. It is a story of conservation and, hopefully, redemption. It is the life of Paul Bunyan you've never heard before. Included is a special rendition of the song that started it all, "Paul Bunyan's Lament," introduced and performed by the author.Show book
