Before the oath, there was the man.In a northern world of snow, timber, and iron, strength can keep a warrior alive. It cannot tell him what is worth protecting.Hrafn carries the black hammer, but the weight of a weapon is only part of what a man must bear. Behind the fearsome figure stands a human heart, shaped by hardship and confronted by the demands of loyalty, duty, and love.HRAFN: BLACK HAMMER - BEFORE THE OATH explores the man beneath the legend. With vivid a...

Before he swore the oath, he was only a man with an axe and a debt of blood.Hrafn has known nothing but the hard edge of the North: frozen winters, burning longhouses, and the weight of steel in his hands. Raised among warriors who measure a man by the enemies he leaves behind, he has learned to survive by being harder, faster, and colder than anyone who stands against him.But survival isn't the same as purpose. When war comes to his people and old loyalties begin to crack,...

An empire stands at its end. The people defending it must decide what is still worth saving.Constantinople, 1453. Beyond the ancient walls, Sultan Mehmed II gathers his army and brings enormous cannons to bear against the last stronghold of the Roman Empire. Inside the city, Emperor Constantine XI prepares a defense with too few soldiers, dwindling supplies, and allies whose help may never arrive.But some have answered his call.From the deserts of N...

What's in a name? In the Order of the Wolf your name is everything. It describes you and defines you. It is your reality. Imagine a life of clashing swords – a life of death, and blood, and strife. In such a setting a name is like an anchor, holding you steady to your own reality. But what if your reality is death, and blood, and strife, and nothing more? That's when you are given a name like Death.Death used to have a different name. His Order mates once called him Brain, because ...

***INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER******#1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER******SPIEGEL BESTSELLER***Freddie Mercury was one of the greatest showmen of the twentieth century. With his unparalleled voice and searing on-stage energy, he was a great pretender, a killer queen and a champion of the world.But behind the glamour lived a musician and lyricist talented beyond measure, and the cre...

What if the sweetest kind of magic comes from a truly kind heart? Ten-year-old Poppy Winters lives above her family's struggling bakery, Winters' Warm Oven, where she spends her days helping her family and caring for others. But everything changes when Poppy receives a mysterious, diamond-dusted invitation from Cordelia Sweetwhisper, the legendary owner of the magical Sugarplum Works. Hidden beyond the countryside, this extraordinary confectionery creates ...

War is coming to the Norwood, and a strange warrior arrives with a black sword to lead the Nor against the invaders.Arlyss Quarrel is oblivious to the danger. His only dream is to marry the girl next door and start a family of his own far away from his demanding father. This dream is shattered when he accidentally injures his best friend and is sent away to the local lord to become a warrior.When Arlyss arrives at the lord's hall, he soon finds himself caught up in a maelst...

Book 1 of The Cyber Heist FilesA Cyber Crime Thriller StoryThe next war will be fought in the virtual front lines.***Due to adult content and language that some may find offensive, this book is intended for mature readers only***The entire financial industry of the World Government is at risk when a weaponized virus is covertly uploaded into the computer system.Faced with an imminent crisis, the government releases the whist...

Who's the real monster?Niko Grigg is a Benandante, a monster and demon hunter for hire. Despite his vices and snappy attitude, Niko is the best on the market. The substance he's addicted to triggers his innate abilities as a Nephilim, contributing to his fame as a highly reliable professional.When the government of Sulphuria hires him to hunt a dangerous creature lurking in the streets of Hellgate, a maximum-security prison gone wild, Niko accepts the mission for i...

Take a trip around the center of Alicante, a city rich in culture, history, and lively energy. Discover its fascinating history, visit its well-known sites, and learn the secrets of this vibrant city.Discover "Alicante Travel Guide," the ideal tool for navigating this multicultural city's streets, culture, and history. Please participate in its thriving arts scene, enjoy its delicious food, and wander its neighborhoods with curiosity and assurance.This well-produced handboo...

A Cyber Crime Thriller SeriesThe next war will be fought in the virtual front lines.***Due to adult content and language that some may find offensive, this book is intended for mature readers only***This complete set contains Books 1 to 3Book 1 - Cyber HeistThe entire financial industry of the World Government is at risk when a weaponized virus is covertly uploaded into the computer system.Faced with...

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