Omar is an army officer, ex-slave, and a Muslim in post-Civil War America. When the beautiful widow of his late friend asks for help to arrest his murderer, Omar has little reason to object. But he soon finds himself tangled in the multitude of powers vying to take control of the Southwest-from Apache warriors to Mexican revolutionaries and Confederate soldiers-that threaten his own loyalties and duty to the law.Ripe with danger, politics, and a dash of romance, Omar's journey acro...

A desperate flight from danger leads a young cavalier to a trap from which there is only one escape: a forced marriage.Set in the tumultuous world of 15th-century France, this gripping short story by Robert Louis Stevenson follows the proud young soldier, Denis de Beaulieu. Fleeing a patrol of enemy troops on a dark night, Denis desperately seeks refuge and finds an open door into a grand, mysterious chateau.But the door locks behind him, and he finds himse...

A mysterious seaman hides at a country inn; cut-throats raid a sleepy English village; suddenly, young Jim Hawkins becomes the owner of a map leading to a lost tropical island and a fortune in stolen gold. Three adventures — Jim, Squire Trelawney, and Dr. Livesey — set out to find the treasure. — But they trust the one they should most fear, Long John Silver. Charming, brave ruthless, murderous, Silver fills the squire's ship with pirates. And on the desolate, fever-infested island, the qu...

A hilarious action-adventure series for Christian kids set in a town where the parables of Jesus literally come to life.Anthony and his friends have barely caught their breath after escaping wild vines and dive-bombing birds when Parable Port is hit with the storm of the century. The rain won't stop. The waters are rising. And something about it feels… biblical.Turns out, the Parable of the Wise and Foolish Build...

There’s always another adventure on the horizon for the Lumberjanes of Roanoke cabin!Whether they’re exploring underground labyrinths, playing magical board games, awakening ancient Greek goddesses, or throwing the most epic birthday bash ever, April, Jo, Mal, Molly, Ripley, and their friends make sure to show up for one another and have some fun even when things get a little strange (as they often tend to do)!This volume continues the beloved story of frie...

EVERYONE IN MY FAMILY IS A KILLER. EVERYONE IN MY FAMILY IS A SUSPECT.BUT WHICH OF THEM IS A MURDERER?'The best thing I've read in ages' STUART MACBRIDE'Fun, witty and exciting. This is not one to miss!' 5***** READER REVIEW'A must-read for every fan of the mystery genre' JANE HARPER_________I knew our family reunion wouldn't end well. But I didn't expect murder....

Dr. Henry Jekyll, fascinated by the dichotomy of good and evil, no longer wants to inhibit his dark side. He concocts a potion to create the alter ego of Mr. Edward Hyde. With the burden of evil placed on Hyde, Jekyll can now take pleasure in his immoral, nefarious fantasies—free of conscience and guilt. It’s when Hyde turns to murder that Jekyll realizes how monstrous his impulses are and how hard they are to suppress. Exploring the nature of shame, repression, desire, and control, Steven...

"Fifteen men on the dead man's chest---yo-ho-ho and a bottle of rum!"Ahoy, ahoy, mates, shall we play a game today?It's simple and fun and it involves a…quest.Ready?Great!So, take the words: island, pirate. treasure, villain, shipwreck, captain, danger, hero,mix them up thoroughly in a blender called ADVENTURE, add a drop of rum and you'll get one of the most entertaining stories for children of all ages!A beloved classic which kept...

At twenty-two, Cal Reid is the finest songwriter ever to come out of Dunmore, a wet, grey Scottish coastal town. Playing local pubs with a borrowed guitar and zero ambition, his raw talent is noticed by a sharp London manager. Within months, Cal is swept from his comfortable life and his grounding girlfriend, Rachel, into the aggressive machinery of a 1980s major record label.The industry demands everything: five albums in five years, relentless touring, and constant public exposur...

A thrilling anthology of legendary adventure stories that have captivated readers for generations. This remarkable collection brings together some of the greatest adventure classics ever written, featuring unforgettable tales from renowned authors including Jonathan Swift, Jack London, Rudyard Kipling, Howard Pyle, and Robert Louis Stevenson. Filled with daring journeys, exotic landscapes, heroic characters, and extraordinary discoveries, these stories continue to inspire readers of all ag...

Treasure Island is an adventure novel by Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson, narrating a tale of "buccaneers and buried gold". First published as a book on 23 May 1883, it was originally serialized in the children's magazine Young Folks between 1881 and 1882 under the title Treasure Island or, the mutiny of the Hispaniola with Stevenson adopting the pseudonym Captain George North.

A heartwarming anthology that captures the magic, joy, and spirit of Christmas through a rich collection of timeless literary works. Filled with beloved stories, inspiring poems, festive traditions, and unforgettable characters, this remarkable volume brings together classic Christmas writings from celebrated authors across generations. From touching tales of kindness and generosity to enchanting holiday adventures and seasonal reflections, each selection celebrates the warmth and wonder o...