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This story is about love, about love for many people. The main character was thirty-three years old, it was pleasant to look at him, he was very developed. Mr. Keynes is a detective with an uncanny knack for solving strange disappearances.
The murdered body of Sorcha the prophetess is discovered following a lavish banquet at the Maguire castle in 16th-century Ireland. In the present day, a dig commences on the land, and not only is a body discovered, but a sheaf of prophecies. Who killed Sorcha? There has been a guesthouse on the Tierney land in County Fermanagh for hundreds of years. Now Tierney’s Hotel is faced with a development that will block the hotel’s best feature, its view of Enniskillen Castle. But the project can be stopped if there are important historical artifacts buried on the property. Enter the archaeologists. Mick’s ancestor, Brigid Tierney, ran the guesthouse in the late 1500s. We see Brigid and Shane and their children at a lavish banquet at the castle, home of the ruling family, the Maguires. The wine and ale flow freely, the harpist plays, the bard recites the Maguires’ heroic deeds. But one woman has a sense of foreboding. Sorcha the prophetess sees harrowing times ahead. The Tudors of England are determined to complete their brutal conquest of Ireland. The morning after the banquet, Sorcha is found dead on a bed of oak leaves. And Shane is accused of the killing. His lawyer, Terence, conducts his defence on the hilltop that constitutes the court in 1595. Ireland has had a complex and at times woeful history, and we see that history being played out in the lives of the Tierneys, past and present. In 2018, the dig commences on Mick Tierney’s land. Historical artifacts? Yes. But also a sheaf of prophecies. And a body ― a bogman ― four hundred years old.Ver livro
If someone had asked Sherlock Holmes later in the year, there is little doubt that he would have said his life began that spring day in 1871 when he met Violet Rushdale upon the moors and ended in the winter some months distant. His mother would have disputed the former claim, and many, both friend and foe, would come to deny the latter. Yet what happened that year nearly cost him his life and his sanity, and strongly influenced the man he was to become. It is well known that the toughest steel that makes the sharpest swords must be plunged into the fire, then beaten and reshaped. So it is as well with the best and wisest of men. The Crack in the Lens tells the tale of how and WHY a young Sherlock Holmes forged himself into the Great Detective.Ver livro
Lance Gordon's running out of time. He's killed the man who murdered his father, and now he has a price on his head. Lance wants to live in peace, but he'll have to go through hell to get there. He heads for the one place no lawman will go — into the territory ruled by the feared king of the cattle rustlers. Taking on the Baron is his last chance — as Lance vows to redeem himself... or die trying.Ver livro
Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart. A few pages can lift our lives into locations, people and experiences with a sweep of landscape, narration, feelings and emotions that is difficult to achieve elsewhere. In this series we try to offer up tried and trusted ‘Top Tens’ across many different themes and authors. But any anthology will immediately throw up the questions – Why that story? Why that author? The theme itself will form the boundaries for our stories which range from well-known classics, newly told, to stories that modern times have overlooked but perfectly exemplify the theme. Throughout the volume our authors whether of instant recognition or new to you are all leviathans of literature. Some you may disagree with but they will get you thinking; about our choices and about those you would have made. If this volume takes you on a path to discover more of these miniature masterpieces then we have all gained something. In this small corner of the United States there is to be found a part of America that is both recognizable and yet distinct and of itself. Whilst others pushed Westward these authors found much amongst their experiences that detailed and charted the world around them. These are their stories. 1 - The Top 10 - US Authors of New England - An Introduction 2 - The Yellow Wall Paper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman 3 - The Tell Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe 4 - The Color Out of Space by H P Lovecraft 5 - Conversation on Conversation by Harriet Beecher Stowe 6 - Young Goodman Brown by Nathaniel Hawthorne 7 - The Tachypomp by Edward Page Mitchell 8 - A White Heron by Sarah Orne Jewett 9 - The Man Without a Country by Edward Everett Hale 10 - A Responsibility by Henry Harland 11 - A New England Nun by Mary E Wilkins FreemanVer livro
The graceful domes of Sacré Coeur, the imposing cathedral of Notre Dame, the breathtaking Tour Eiffel . . . Paris is overflowing with stunning architecture. Yet for Tabitha Knight, the humble building that houses the Cordon Bleu cooking school, where her friend Julia studies, is just as notable. Tabitha is always happy to sample Julia's latest creation and try to recreate dishes for her Grand-père and Oncle Rafe. The legendary school also holds open demonstrations, where the public can see its master chefs at work. It's a treat for any aspiring cook—until one of the chefs pours himself a glass of wine from a rare vintage bottle—and promptly drops dead in front of Julia, Tabitha, and other assembled guests. It's the first in a frightening string of poisonings that turns grimly personal when cyanide-laced wine is sent to someone very close to Tabitha. What kind of killer chooses such a means of murder, and why? Tabitha and Julia hope to find answers in order to save innocent lives—not to mention a few exquisite vintages—even as their investigation takes them through some of the darkest corners of France's wartime past . . .Ver livro
Prince Tonare of Ahdia is driven by an insatiable ambition that borders on obsession. His journey takes him and his loyal advisor, Posidius, to the realm of Bacrea, where opportunities for power abound amid political turmoil. King Sharadin's failing health and the incompetence of the spare, Folger, create a volatile environment ripe for manipulation. Tonare's quest for power leads him into a web of intrigue, alliances, and betrayals. As he navigates the dangerous waters of Bacrean politics, he must contend with the cunning Queen Esevia, who has her own plans for the throne. Meanwhile, the ailing king's condition worsens, adding urgency to Tonare's schemes. Throughout the narrative, Tonare's internal struggle is evident. His desire to achieve greatness is matched by the moral dilemmas he faces and the personal sacrifices he must make. The story explores themes of power, loyalty, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. As Tonare's plans unfold, the reader is taken on a journey through the complexities of court intrigue, the harsh realities of power, and the dark depths of human ambition. This gripping tale of ambition and power will captivate readers with its richly drawn characters, intricate plot, and thought-provoking themes. Join Prince Tonare as he navigates a path fraught with danger and discover whether his relentless pursuit will lead to triumph or tragedy.Ver livro
