In this stunning adventure set in war-torn France—a British agent finds herself in Nazi territory—and unsure about who to trust . . .It's the spring of 1944 and Rosie Ewing is returning to German-occupied France, by air, this time.She's carrying a radio, half a million francs, a pistol, and two cyanide capsules to Finistere in north-west Brittany.With D-Day looming, Rosie fears that the man who'll be meeting her on the ground tonight may be a traitor...

The first thriller in the WWII series featuring SOE agent Rosie Ewing, a "meticulously researched war novel" ( Len Deighton).Summer 1943: Rosie Ewing is an agent of SOE—Special Operations Executive—and a "pianist," Resistance slang for radio operator. Their average life expectancy is six weeks.But Rosie is brighter than most, well aware of the consequences of a second's carelessness, or bad luck, or treachery. Or a fellow agent crumbling un...

A riveting prequel to the WWII espionage series featuring British agent Rosie Ewing, in this "meticulously researched war novel" (Len Deighton).Late autumn, 1942: A group codenamed Countryman are briefed by London to get a certain German out of Vichy's hands. What they don't know is that they are being sold out to the Gestapo.Of course, they are constantly aware of betrayal as a looming danger. All too many SOE networks have been blown, with agents disappear...

A lone agent is sent into occupied Paris to find the mistress of a high-level Nazi officer in this edge-of-your-seat WWII espionage adventure.When two agents are arrested in Paris, SOE agent Rosie Ewing is sent to rescue them. Also in Paris in the summer of 1945 is a woman called Jacqueline, already known to Rosie and now the mistress of a highly placed SD officer. Rosie's brief is to find Jacqueline, and through her discover where the two agents are being held—the...

She operates in the enemy's midst—but the true danger is from one of her own . . . A pulse-pounding WWII thriller by an author whose "action passages are superb" ( The Observer).At the London headquarters of 'F' Section SOE—Special Operations Executive—they're sure Rosie Ewing is dead, shot by the Gestapo while running from a train taking her to Ravensbrück concentration camp.But they shouldn't be so sure.Left for dead, Rosie has been nursed...

In the enchanting collection, *The Santa's Great Treasure Chest: 450+ Christmas Novels, Tales, Carols & Legends,* readers are invited to embark on a literary journey through the multifaceted world of Christmas narratives. This anthology offers a kaleidoscope of stories, carols, and legends, skillfully encapsulating a range of emotions and experiences tied to the festive season. The compendium includes tales of joy, wonder, and reflection, with standout pieces that capture the essence of Ch...

The Most Wonderful Christmas Tales Of All Time is an exquisite anthology that captures the heartwarming essence and infinite diversity of storytelling inspired by the yuletide spirit. Encompassing a range of genres from classic drama to fairy tales and transformative narratives, this collection splendidly showcases tales that explore themes of generosity, hope, and the magic of Christmas. The eclectic array of stories speaks to the classical, romantic, and even modernist literary contexts,...

e-artnow presents to you the greatest Christmas novels, magical Christmas tales, legends, most famous carols and the unique poetry of the giants of literature dedicated to this one and only holiday: The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Silent Night The Night After Christmas The Child Born at Bethlehem The Adoration of the Shepherds The Visit of the Wise Men As J...

This holiday, we proudly present to you this unique collection of the greatest Christmas stories. Over 250 of them are included by your favourite authors:Charles Dickens, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Leo Tolstoy, Willa Cather, Beatrix Potter, Louisa May Alcott, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Hans Christian Andersen, E.T.A. Hoffmann, O. Henry, Mark Twain and many more!

In "Gleanings from Maeterlinck," renowned Belgian playwright and essayist Maurice Maeterlinck presents a captivating exploration of human consciousness through a series of reflective essays and observations. Employing his characteristic lyrical prose and rich imagery, Maeterlinck delves into themes of existence, intimacy, and the essence of life, drawing from both nature and spiritual contemplation. The work stands as a profound meditation within the Symbolist movement, highlighting the in...

In recent years, with the rise of the craft beverage movement, the cider industry has been through a period of rapid commercial and non-commercial growth. Tasting and quality control is a core aspect of successful cider making and it is essential for industry and researchers to characterize cider using a standard, quantifiable metric. This book is a research-based text for understanding both the theory and practice of effectively evaluating the sensory properties of cider. The Professional...

This holiday, we proudly present to you this unique collection of the greatest Christmas stories. Over 250 of them are included by your favourite authors:Charles Dickens, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Leo Tolstoy, Willa Cather, Beatrix Potter, Louisa May Alcott, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Hans Christian Andersen, E.T.A. Hoffmann, O. Henry, Mark Twain and many more!