Celebrated for his comedic stage performances, Alec Maitland was once the toast of London. But fame is fickle, and Maitland returns from a sojourn abroad to find himself out of work. A chance encounter with an old friend, now an important official in the Civil Service, offers an unexpected opportunity for lucrative employment as a secret agent. His task? Infiltrate a shooting party at an old Highland estate and recover stolen government documents that threaten the security of British inter...

When Francis McNab is consulted by Ann Cardew about perplexing changes in her father’s behaviour, McNab’s associate Godfrey Chance is convinced that this is a case of ill-health, requiring a doctor’s rather then a detective’s expertise. When James Cardew dies suddenly shortly afterwards, Chance is even more convinced of his initial diagnosis. But McNab is uncertain, and dispatches Chance to the tiny hamlet of Burrish, in the middle of the forbidding Romney marshes, to see if he can discove...

Having temporarily taken over Dr. Wright's practice on the island of Guernsey, Dr. Dunn has in mind a few months of peace and relaxation, punctuated with light and undemanding medical duties away from the hustle and bustle of mainland life. But this is not to be. A routine call on a patient with heart trouble leads to a hunt for a man suspected of homicidal mania – and when a dead body is discovered in suspicious circumstances, Dunn finds himself in a pitched battle with authorities who se...

Reincarnate (Book One of the Vanish Necromancy Trilogy) - 350 pagesDying doesn't mean death; rebirth isn't on Earth.Davy has no memory of how he got here — only that he's alive again, inside the stone body of Scaagfell, a dragon lord dead for centuries. He has a wife and daughter back in the world he came from, and no idea if he'll ever see them again. What he does know is that Scaagfell's name alone can still stop an empire in its tracks — and that the vas...

At the houses of Parliament MPs are gathered for an all-night sitting. A tense time awaits them as they debate a bill which could mean the downfall of the present government….That same night, Police Constable Roberts, on a routine patrol in central London, is alerted to a strange occurrence at one of the many bookshops that line Charing Cross Road. Investigating an open shop door, he discovers the body of Mr. Dodsley, the well-known bookseller. He has been shot through the head….

A man with three different names ties together the stars of professional wrestling, country music, and the New York Mets.John Arezzi was a lifelong Mets fan who dreamed of a job in baseball. In 1981, he took a job with the Mets Class A team in North Carolina. But Arezzi had another love: professional wrestling. He ran a fan club for the villainous “Classy” Freddie Blassie as a teenager, then progressed to wrestling photographer, and finally even stepped into the ri...

A comprehensive study of the award-winning Midwestern author of fiction and nonfictionAlex Engebretson offers the first comprehensive study of Marilynne Robinson's fiction and essays to date, providing an overview of the author's life, themes, and literary and religious influences. Understanding Marilynne Robinson examines this author of three highly acclaimed novels and recipient of the National Book Critics Circle Award for fiction, the Pulitzer Prize fo...

As the world emerges from the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic, the landscape of work has undergone a profound transformation. In "Remote Work: The New Normal or a Passing Trend?" author Aledxander explores the evolution of remote work in the wake of the global crisis and provides a comprehensive guide for individuals and organizations navigating this new era.

"The Great Conspiracy, Volume 7" by John Alexander Logan delves into the intricate web of political and military strategies during a pivotal era in American history. Logan, a prominent figure in the Civil War, offers a detailed narrative that explores the motivations and actions of key players involved in the conflict. His insights provide a unique perspective on the challenges faced by leaders and soldiers alike, highlighting the complexities of loyalty, betrayal, and the quest for power ...

"The Great Conspiracy, Volume 5" by John Alexander Logan delves into the intricate political and military maneuvers during a pivotal period in American history. Logan, a prominent figure in the Civil War, provides a detailed narrative that explores the complexities of leadership, strategy, and the impact of war on society. His insights into the motivations of key players and the consequences of their actions offer readers a profound understanding of the era. The book is rich with historica...

"The Great Conspiracy, Volume 4" by John Alexander Logan delves into the intricate political and military maneuvers during the American Civil War. Logan, a prominent Union general, provides a detailed narrative that explores the motivations and actions of key figures involved in the conflict. His firsthand experiences and insights offer readers a unique perspective on the war's complexities, highlighting the interplay between military strategy and political agendas. The volume serves as bo...

"The Great Conspiracy, Volume 1" by John Alexander Logan delves into the intricate political and military maneuvers during the American Civil War. Logan, a prominent Union general, provides a firsthand account of the events that shaped the nation during this tumultuous period. The narrative is rich with detail, offering insights into the strategies employed by both the Union and Confederate forces. Logan's perspective as a soldier and politician adds depth to the historical analysis, makin...