Rivalry and battle abound in this action-packed historical adventure of the English Civil War.1643: Sir William Waller's army has been defeated on Roundway Down, his infantry left stranded on the bleak slopes at the mercy of the Royalist cavalry. Sir Ralph Hopton is now free to turn his attention to Parliament's bastion in the West – Bristol.The city walls are strong enough but Bristol has precious few men and even fewer guns with which to ...

Rival soldiers face off in the final battle of the First English Civil War in this historical adventure.It is more than a year since printer's apprentice turned Parliamentarian soldier William Sparrow and his royalist rival Hugo Telling last came to blows. Parliament's armies, bruised beaten and humiliated despite their ever increasing numerical advantage, have been reconstituted as the New Model Army. Sparrow, veteran of a dozen battles, sieges and scrapes, is exp...

Nicholas Carter is the name of a popular fictional detective, who first appeared in a dime novel entitled The Old Detective's Pupil; or, The Mysterious Crime of Madison Square in 1886. Publishers Street & Smith of New York published over 1,000 Nicholas Carter books, none of which carried author credits, although it is known that the first was by John R. Coryell, and many of the earliest volumes were by Frederick Van Rensselaer Dey, Thomas C. Harbaugh and Eugene T. Sawyer. The Nicholas Cart...

This volume of the best-selling MEGAPACK series presents 5 classic Nick Carter stories. Included are:The Man Without a ConscienceThe Crime of the French CaféNick Carter's Ghost StoryThe Mystery of St. Agnes HospitalSnarled IdentitiesA Broken BondIf you enjoy this ebook, check out the more than 400 more titles in the MEGAPADCK® series, showcasing huge collections of science fiction, myst...

Have you ever wondered what would happen to you and the people living in your household (family, friends or even just acquaintances) if you lost your job tomorrow? Have you ever wondered what would happen if a natural disaster like a hurricane, flood, tsunami, scorching heat, drought, poverty, famine and so on hit your rural area? Have you ever wondered what would happen if a deadly gas or radiation was released over your living area? Have you ever wondered what would happen if a rapidly s...

A historical adventure novel during the First English Civil War featuring two military officers who battle on and off the field in both love and war.August, 1643: the Siege of Gloucester continues. Can the weak city walls really survive against the might of the Royalists?William Sparrow and Hugo Telling may be on different sides, but their dreams and desires are the same. To find the courage to fight proudly and lead their men. For the war to be over and fo...

In this thrilling installment, Nick Carter is called to investigate a complex case involving a series of mysterious letters written with a poisoned pen. The letters are used as a tool of manipulation and blackmail, targeting individuals with deadly consequences. As Carter delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of deceit, crime, and personal vendettas that threatens to ruin lives and reputations.The narrative showcases Nick Carter's trademark qualities—sharp intellect, resourcefulne...

The deciding Battle of Naseby looms on the horizon in this historical adventure of the English Civil War.It is more than a year since printer's apprentice turned Parliamentarian soldier William Sparrow and his Royalist rival Hugo Telling last came to blows. Parliament's armies, bruised beaten and humiliated despite their ever-increasing numerical advantage, have been reconstituted as the New Model Army. Sparrow, a veteran of a dozen battles, sieges and scrapes, expects to be offere...

Two British military captains are rivals in love and combat in this historical adventure novel set in the English Civil War.In the late autumn of the first year of the English Civil War, William Sparrow and Hugo Telling are again caught up in the impossible confusion tearing the country and their lives apart. Yet this time their greatest battles, fought on both land and sea, are with a new enemy, Lord Clavincale.As they struggle through th...

The country is in turmoil in this thrilling historical adventure of the English Civil War.It is 1643, and the struggle between Parliament and the King erupts in the West Country, tearing families apart and setting village against village. But for some, this fight is not only about crown and country: it is far more personal than that. Royalist soldier Hugo Telling wishes Parliamentarian William Sparrow dead. This rivalry will take them across battlefields the breadth of England, and...

Loyalty is tested when brothers find themselves on opposing sides in this historical adventure set during the English Civil War.In the opening days of 1644, there seems to be little hope for Parliament's soldiers. To William Sparrow and his men, the woods of Dorset are a snow-covered sanctuary—even on Christmas Day—from the horrors of Penmethock and pursuit by the King's men. Hugo Telling has finally returned home, ready to introduce his "wife" Bella Morrison, to h...

In this particular story, Nick Carter finds himself facing off against a formidable female antagonist, often referred to as "a fiend in skirts." The plot likely revolves around Carter's efforts to thwart the schemes of this villainous woman, who may be involved in various criminal activities.Like many dime novels of its time, "A Woman at Bay" likely offers readers a fast-paced and action-packed narrative filled with suspense, danger, and thrilling plot twists. The character of Nick Carter ...