Historical adventure fiction

Barbara Cartland a conquis des millions de lecteurs à travers le monde et écrit plus de 700 romans où l’amour triomphe toujours.— Nous sommes invités chez le Duc de Lyndbrooke. Je vous conseille de rester modeste et de vous faire oublier, mademoiselle !Ce sermon n’étonne pas Katrina Darley. Sa tante, jalouse de sa fraicheur, l’a toujours détestée. De toute façon, Katrina n’a nullement l’intention de faire son intéressante.Pourtant, elle va découvrir au château de Lyndbrooke un univers de luxe enchanteur. Quant au propriétaire, il est beau comme un Dieu. Mais comment la remarquerait-il au milieu de ces belles dames sophistiquées qui rivalisent afin d’attirer son attention ?Jusqu’au soir où le duc, surpris dans la chambre de la sulfureuse Anastasia de Calverton, saute du balcon pour atterrir sur celui de Katrina. Malheureusement, sa présence est découverte.Il n’y a qu’un moyen de préserver la réputation de la jeune fille.Mais la redoutable Anastasia n’est pas prête à se laisser supplanter par une vulgaire débutante !Laissez-vous séduire par la voix de Mélina Sia pour vous conter l'une des célèbres histoires d'amour de Barbara Cartland.Barbara Cartland est une auteure britannique. Traduite en plus de 36 langues, elle est l’auteure contemporaine la plus prolifique et la plus lue au monde. Son secret : toucher le cœur de ses lectrices et faire entrer le rêve dans chacun de ses romans. En 2000, elle s’éteint à l’âge de 99 ans, en laissant un grand nombre de manuscrits inédits.

Barbara Cartland a conquis des millions de lecteurs à travers le monde et écrit plus de 700 romans où l’amour triomphe toujours.Après le remariage de son père, Julia de Wentwood a compris que sa belle-mère la détestait, parce qu’elle est ravissante, cultivée, bonne cavalière... Ce ne sont donc que piques, vexations et brimades dès que le comte a le dos tourné. Or, profitant de l’absence de ce dernier, la comtesse convoque Julia.— Il ne peut y avoir deux maîtresses de maison. Vous allez vous marier. Avec Hubert Mansfield, notre voisin.— Mais il est stupide, ennuyeux et... très laid !— Le sujet est clos.Julia sent le piège se refermer sur elle. L’instant d’après, sa décision est prise. Elle partira chez de lointains parents en Écosse. Le chef du clan McCarn y possède, paraît-il, une île battue par le vent.La cachette idéale...Laissez-vous séduire par la voix de Lorie Pester pour vous conter l'une des célèbres histoires d'amour de Barbara Cartland.Barbara Cartland est une auteure britannique. Traduite en plus de 36 langues, elle est l’auteure contemporaine la plus prolifique et la plus lue au monde. Son secret : toucher le cœur de ses lectrices et faire entrer le rêve dans chacun de ses romans. En 2000, elle s’éteint à l’âge de 99 ans, en laissant un grand nombre de manuscrits inédits.

De twaalf werken van Hercules (Herakles), herverteld door Louis Couperus. Dit is het tweede deel.Herakles, zoon van Zeus, heeft de handen vol met de 12 loodzware taken die hem zijn opgelegd. Hij vecht met slangen en leeuwen, vangt een hinde en een hellehond, mest de stal van Augias uit... Couperus beschrijft zijn avonturen in een uiterst muzikale stijl, met motieven, herhalingen, alliteraties... Regelmatig neemt deze roman een hoge poëtische vlucht en daardoor verwierf ‘Herakles’ een plaatsje in Couperus’ live-repertoire: bij optreden las hij regelmatig fragmenten voor uit dit boek, dat hij al een van zijn beste beschouwde.Louis Couperus (1863-1923) was een Nederlands romanschrijver, columnist en dichter. Hij is de auteur van verschillende onverwoestbare klassiekers: 'Eline Vere' (een bestseller bij verschijnen), 'Van oude menschen, de dingen, die voorbij gaan...' (verfilmd), 'De stille kracht'... Hij woonde o.m. in Frankrijk en Italië en reisde de wereld rond. Of zijn romans zich nu afspelen in Den Haag of Djakarta, het heden of het oude Rome, het noodlot speelt altijd een grote rol. Couperus schreef in een meeslepende, emotionele stijl. Zijn verzameld werk bestrijkt vijftig boekdelen.

Barbara Cartland a conquis des millions de lecteurs à travers le monde et écrit plus de 700 romans où l’amour triomphe toujours.Orpheline, Elvina Carrisford a passé une enfance solitaire auprès d’une vieille tante revêche.Aussi est-elle ravie lorsque son oncle la prie de tenir compagnie à sa cousine Delphine, qui doit bientôt faire la connaissance de son fiancé, le prince de Clairvallon. Arrivée au château de Baseheart, Elvina déchante. Sa cousine est une vraie peste. Quand le prince apparaît, tout clinquant dans son bel habit, Delphine exulte. Elvina, elle, est bouleversée par le sourire de Serge, le valet de Son Altesse.Un domestique à qui on aimerait bien la marier pour se débarrasser d’elle. Que peut-elle espérer de mieux, de toute façon ? Mais les apparences sont trompeuses et le destin farceur...Laissez-vous séduire par la voix de Mélina Sia pour vous conter l'une des célèbres histoires d'amour de Barbara Cartland.Barbara Cartland est une auteure britannique. Traduite en plus de 36 langues, elle est l’auteure contemporaine la plus prolifique et la plus lue au monde. Son secret : toucher le cœur de ses lectrices et faire entrer le rêve dans chacun de ses romans. En 2000, elle s’éteint à l’âge de 99 ans, en laissant un grand nombre de manuscrits inédits.

De twaalf werken van Hercules (Herakles), herverteld door Louis Couperus. Dit is het eerste deel.Alkaïos, zoon van Zeus en Alkmene, voorbestemd om te heersen, drinkt heimelijk aan de moederborst van Hera. Zij neemt wraak door hem de weg naar de macht te blokkeren. Alkaïos zal bekend worden onder de naam Herakles: hij die door Hera gehaat wordt. Hij lijdt aan zware woede-uitbarstingen, die zijn gezin en anderen in gevaar brengen. Boete doen kan hij slechts door 12 zware opdrachten uit te voeren. Louis Couperus gebruikt dit klassieke gegeven voor zijn roman ‘Herakles’. Het speelt zich af in een mythologisch verleden, knipogend naar de Griekse en Romeinse oudheid, waarin de goden als superhelden over de aarde bewegen – waarbij ze soms mensen het leven redden en soms rampen veroorzaken.Louis Couperus (1863-1923) was een Nederlands romanschrijver, columnist en dichter. Hij is de auteur van verschillende onverwoestbare klassiekers: 'Eline Vere' (een bestseller bij verschijnen), 'Van oude menschen, de dingen, die voorbij gaan...' (verfilmd), 'De stille kracht'... Hij woonde o.m. in Frankrijk en Italië en reisde de wereld rond. Of zijn romans zich nu afspelen in Den Haag of Djakarta, het heden of het oude Rome, het noodlot speelt altijd een grote rol. Couperus schreef in een meeslepende, emotionele stijl. Zijn verzameld werk bestrijkt vijftig boekdelen.

"Non volevo legarmi all’Isola. La mia libertà doveva rimanere intatta, perché la fortuna era ancora da cercare" ... Poco dopo le guerre napoleoniche, in una ex colonia genovese recentemente conquistata dal Portogallo, il marinaio Paolo Soligo gestisce una miniera d’argento acquistata anni prima in un impeto di ingenuità giovanile. Nonostante le premesse assai poco rassicuranti, tuttavia, quella che doveva essere una truffa si è rivelata, invece, un autentico affare, e il giovane è riuscito ad arricchirsi in breve tempo. Ma la ricchezza vale ben poco, di fronte alla prospettiva di riprendere il mare per una nuova avventura. Le Isole – come la colonia è soprannominata – si trovano continuamente in balia di un gruppo di pirati dall’identità indefinibile: ribelli che si oppongono al dominio lusitano? veterani francesi in cerca di un nuovo brivido di guerra? Chissà...Giuseppe Fanciulli nasci a Firenze nel 1881. Nel 1906 si avvicina per la prima volta alla narrativa per l’infanzia, iniziando un lungo sodalizio con Luigi Bertelli al Giornalino della Domenica. Alla morte dell’amico, Fanciulli – il cui pseudonimo è in questo periodo "Mastro Sapone" – ne assume la direzione dal 1920 al 1924. Noto soprattutto per aver scritto le biografie per ragazzi di Italo Balbo e Don Bosco, Fanciulli ha scritto altri libri di successo come "Gente Nostra" e "La testa di Spinacino". Muore a Castelveccana, nel varesotto, nel 1951.

Esotismo, avventura e terrore si amalgamano insieme a comporre un'avventura senza tempo.Pubblicato con lo pseudonimo Victoria Holt – quello normalmente usato da E. A. Hibbert per i romanzi a sfondo gotico – "Prigioniera del cuore" è un’entusiasmante miscela di tutti gli elementi più misteriosi, esotici e bizzarri che hanno decretato la fortuna letteraria del genere. La bella Rosetta Cranleigh, figlia di due egittologi, si imbarca per un viaggio avventuroso a fianco di un giovane archeologo, Lucas Lorimer, e del fuggitivo Simon Perrivale, accusato ingiustamente di omicidio. Un naufragio, tuttavia, li obbligherà a una serie di esperienze ai limiti della sopravvivenza, che culmineranno, per Rosetta, in un remoto harem turco... Victoria Holt, pseudonimo di Eleanor Alice Hibbert (1906-1993), nasce a Londra da una famiglia operaia. Appassionata lettrice fin da bambina, sviluppa una precoce abilità nella scrittura e nelle lingue. È a partire dagli anni Trenta, quindi, che inizia a scrivere i primi racconti, pubblicando poi "Daughter of Anna", il suo primo romanzo, nel 1941. Da allora in poi scriverà senza sosta, utilizzando svariati pseudonimi in base al genere del libro: Jean Plaidy per i romanzi storici a sfondo regale, Victoria Holt per quelli gotici, Philippa Carr per una saga generazionale e poi, ancora, Eleanor Burford, Ellalice Tate, Anna Percival, Kathleen Kellow, Elbur Ford, per thriller, gialli e romanzi rosa. Trascorre gli ultimi anni di vita girando il mondo in crociera. Al momento della sua morte – avvenuta a bordo della Sea Princess nel Mediterraneo orientale – è autrice di oltre 200 libri, tradotti in una ventina di lingue e venduti a centinaia di milioni di copie.

Maddie is restless in London. She has friends, a job and a sort-of boyfriend, but something in her life is missing. Then she visits the ancient village of Walditch, deep in the Dorset countryside. Something stirs in her, and on a whim she buys a centuries-old cottage and moves there three months later. Her friends think she's crazy, but for Maddie it feels like coming home.Late at night in the cottage, Maddie hears strange noises and sees mist gathering indoors and out. When she starts investigating the cottage's history, she becomes drawn into the tragic story of a family who lived here 400 years ago. Meanwhile, Maddie starts to fall in love with a local carpenter – but he has a relationship already...Can Maddie solve the riddle of the past? What is her connection with the family that lived there so many years ago? And can she and her true love ever be together?Previously published as The Forgotten Promise.What readers are saying about Kate Ryder:'Searingly emotional, compassionately told and wonderfully uplifting, this is one book you will remember long after the last page is turned' Julie Bonello, NetGalley.'The author has a deft touch in handling emotion – her characters are totally sympathetic and believable, surprisingly and satisfyingly complex' Anne Williams, NetGalley.'A fantastic read... If you are looking for some heat in these cold days of spring then look no further as this is the book for you. Warmth, romance and the Cornish breeze flow from these pages' Michelle Russell, NetGalley.A gorgeous timeslip romance for fans of Kate Mosse, Diana Gabaldon and Barbara Erskine.

They may have won the prize, but will any of them make it home alive?Jason has fulfilled the mission set for him by his uncle, the scheming King Pelias of Iolkos: he and the Argonauts have won the fabled Golden Fleece of Colchis.Jason dreams of glory – of taking his uncle's throne, rightfully his – and, like his warrior shipmates, of home. But it is not only Pelias who wishes Jason ill. Before the Argonauts can make it back to Iolkos, they must contend with a legion of foes who would see them dead – and a web of allies who are not quite what they seem.Jason and his warriors must outwit the recondite Circe and the spies of mighty Troy, overcome hostile tribes beyond the Danube, and sail the troubled waters of the Archipelagos, where the Sirens wait to snare unwary seafarers.Yet Jason's perils are only beginning, for he will soon discover that a truer evil lies closer to home...A beautifully detailed reimagining of a famous Greek myth and the second book in the ´Blades of Bronze´ series, ´Jason´ is packed with action, adventure, and intrigue, and is perfect for fans of Christian Cameron, Bernard Cornwell, and Madeline Miller.Praise for ´Jason´ and Mark Knowles:'A deeply researched historical epic so brilliantly brought to life I could taste the salt air on my tongue... Epic battles, well-rounded characters sailing through a brilliantly described world' - Adam Lofthouse

Poznaj mroczne dzieje Kamratów – najznamienitszych łowców minionego stulecia!Rosez, nonkonformista ze słabością do kobiet i alkoholu, kończy właśnie AkademięWiedzy Powszechnej. Marzy mu się kariera łowcy. W tym samym czasie Corvcan, herszt legendarnej hanzy Kamratów, zamierza rozwiązać swoją drużynę po zrealizowaniu ostatniego zlecenia. Wkrótce drogi Roseza i Corvcana przetną się - pomimo wzajemnej niechęci będą musieli połączyć siły, by razem walczyć o przetrwanie.Czy młodemu Rosezowi uda wyrwać się z zatęchłych, rozpijaczonych i przesiąkniętych degrengoladą Doków? Czy będzie w stanie sprostać oczekiwaniom Corvcana? I czy mistrzowskie opanowanie fechtunku wystarczy, by przetrwać w brutalnym świecie owładniętym żądzą mordu?Puls w skroniach Corvcana Bortera był tak silny, że zatykał mu uszy. Odwlekał ten moment tak długo, jak tylko mógł. Dega, ze wzrokiem utkwionym w powale, zaczął znowu skubać machinalnie słonecznik, a Toniano podszedł do okna, wbił palce w parapet i zastygł. Haizar stał na środku oniemiały i rozdygotany, patrzył to na Corvcana, to na pozostałych Kamratów, aż w końcu roztrzaskał to, co miał akurat pod ręką, czyli stolik, z taką furią, że jego fragmenty rozleciały się po całym alkierzu. Wreszcie ochłonął, podszedł do Corvcana i położył mu obie dłonie na ramionach. Przywarł czołem do jego czoła.Dawid Jurek - rocznik 1984. W 2009 roku obronił dyplom z malarstwa sztalugowego na Wydziale Artystycznym UMCS w Lublinie. Zawodowo zajmuje się grafiką koncepcyjną i narracyjną na potrzeby rynku gier wideo i telewizji. Książka "Rosez i Corvcan. Splot" jest jego debiutem literackim.

Gdy znajdziesz się na granicy śmierci, już zawsze będziesz kochał życie.Rok 1938, Bydgoszcz. Osiemnastoletni Robert Meissner mieszka ze swoją zgorzkniałą matką, pragnąc w końcu rozpocząć samodzielne, dorosłe życie. Dzięki sąsiadce, pani Anieli, która zawsze ma dla niego czas i słowa otuchy, łatwiej jest mu radzić sobie z trudami codzienności. W końcu nadchodzi moment, na który długo czekał - powołanie do wojska otwiera Robertowi drzwi do nowych przygód, doświadczeń i podróży. Wojenna zawierucha rzuca go w różne części Europy, a zadania, jakie postawi przed nim los, będą niezmiernie wymagającym egzaminem jego dojrzałości.„Jazda na rydwanie" to epicka, pełna napięcia i emocji powieść, w której wydarzenia historyczne przeplatają się z porywającymi wątkami miłosnymi, a odmalowane z pietyzmem realia życia z czasów II wojny światowej pozwalają przenieść się do świata, którego już nie ma.Świetna, wciągająca powieść! Napisana z epickim rozmachem i pieczołowitością w odtwarzaniu historycznych detali.. Nie ma nic wspólnego z nostalgiczną aurą Sienkiewiczowskiego „Latarnika", jest raczej skrzyżowaniem powieści szpiegowskiej i erotycznej, z przyprawą balzakowskiego motywu człowieka wspinającego się po drabinie społecznej i ekonomicznej. Wszystko to opowiedziane bez fałszywych nut, z literacką swadą.Zbigniew Wojnarowski – pisarzJulian Hardy stworzył wielki fresk z okresu II wojny światowej. To opowieść o wręcz nieprawdopodobnych losach i przygodach głównego bohatera, na którego największy wpływ ma historia, przedstawiona nie tylko jako tło wydarzeń, ale przenikliwa diagnoza rzeczywistości.Andrzej Dębkowski, gazetakulturalna.zelow.pl„Jazda na rydwanie" to kunsztownie napisana, epicka powieść o ludzkim losie, który potrafi kreować najbardziej nieprzewidywalne scenariusze. Ta historia o miłości, pożądaniu, trudnych decyzjach i dziejowych zawirowaniach, mających wpływ na życie jednostki, trzyma w napięciu do ostatniej strony. Nie sposób oderwać się od tej książki!Wioleta Sadowska, subiektywnieoksiazkach.plJulian Hardy - polski pisarz, autor „Jazdy na rydwanie". Autor powieści bardzo ceni sobie swoją prywatność i pragnie, by informacje na jego temat pozostały tajemnicą...

¿Cuánto pueden el amor y la libertad dentro de una sociedad en guerra? "El canto del mirlo" –ficción atrapante y muy bien documentada– nos transporta a un pueblo de frontera en el noreste de Italia durante el siglo XIV. Se está levantando una muralla por miedo a los "otros". A esa comunidad en crisis llega Manfredo, un muchacho experto en el manejo de la espada, y conoce a Giuditta, la hija transgresora del gobernante, pero también a Manrico, su ambicioso hermano.Las aventuras y decisiones de estos protagonistas surtirán efectos a lo largo de los siglos por venir, según sabremos a través de nuevos personajes como Olivia y Gianni.El libro nos recuerda hasta qué punto la historia vive en el presente, y sobre todo nos hace querer a varias de esas personas imaginarias, aparentemente lejanas.

Orpopoika Esaias haluaa nähdä maailmaa laajemmin kuin sen mitä Pallas-tunturin laelta näkee, joten hän lähtee Rovaniemelle markkinoille. Siellä hän tapaa yllättäen upporikkaan miehen, joka haluaa palkata hänet kirjuriksi matkoilleen. Vaikka tarjous on melkein liian hyvä ollakseen totta, innokas Esaias tarttuu siihen kyselemättä.Väärää rahaa on kutkuttavan jännittävä kertomus Esaiaksen seikkailuista ja kommelluksista.Jorma Etto (1931–2016) oli toimittaja, kirjastonhoitaja sekä kirjailija, jonka laajaan tuotantoon kuuluu niin romaaneja, näytelmiä, runoja kuin kuunnelmakin.

Zwei Liebende, eine Familie, eine lange Reise.Sehnsüchtig wartet der Herzog von Belômer in Lissabon auf Wort von seiner entführten Frau Caroline. Was er nicht weiß: Caroline ist es gelungen, ihren Entführern zu entkommen. Trotzdem begibt sie sich auf ihrer Reise durch die Nordafrikanische Wüste in große Gefahr und denkt dabei unaufhörlich an ihre junge Familie. Wird sie ihren Mann und ihr Kind jemals wiedersehen? Dies ist der dritte Teil von Sandra Parettis Caroline-Trilogie.Sandra Paretti (1935–1994) wurde als Irmgard Schneeberger in Regensburg geboren und verfasste in erster Linie Gesellschaftsromane. Parettis Werke wurden in 28 Sprachen übersetzt, wodurch sie bis heute zu einer der meistgelesenen deutschsprachigen Autorinnen zählt. Ihr Werk „Der Wunschbaum" wurde zudem als TV-Serie adaptiert.

Der Golf von Mexiko im Jahre 1795. Als sie vor der Küste ein verlassenes spanisches Handelsschiff entdecken, wittern der Freibeuter Harry Ludlow und sein Bruder James leichte Beute. Doch was eine einfache Kaperung werden sollte, entpuppt sich schon bald als raffinierte Falle: Angeheizt von Machtgier und Patriotismus wird ihr Schiff, die stolze »Bucephalas«, vor dem spanischen Fort von New Orleans festgesetzt. Schnell wird klar, dass der erfahrene Seemann keine Hilfe vom hiesigen Gouverneur zu erwarten hat. Doch Harrys Name ist nicht ohne Grund in der gesamten Karibik bekannt – und so nimmt er den aussichtslos erscheinenden Kampf zur Befreiung seines Schiffs auf!»Eine gekonnte Mischung aus nautischem Abenteuerroman und Krimi!« Times Literary ReviewDer vorletzte Teil der Reihe um Harry Ludlow zieht die Hörerinnen und Hörer in ein tödliches Spiel.Ende des 18. Jahrhunderts: Harry Ludlow schmeißt seinen Offiziersposition in der Royal Navy hin um fortan als Freibeuter über die Meere zu ziehen. Auf seinen Reisen stolpern er und seine Gefährten immer wieder in brenzlige Situationen und Mordfälle, die aufgeklärt werden wollen. Mit dieser fesselnden Reihe kommen nicht nur Fans von historischen Seefahrer-Romanen, sondern auch begeisterte Krimi-Leser auf ihre Kosten.David Donachie, 1944 in Edinburgh geboren, ist ein schottischer Autor, der auch unter den Pseudonymen Tom Connery und Jack Ludlow Bekanntkeit erlangte. Sein Werk umfasst zahlreiche Veröffentlichungen; besonders beliebt sind seine historischen Seefahrerromane.

When Richard Luttrell is killed in an apparent accident by his brother, Brian, a cataclysmic chain of events is set in motion.‘Under False Pretences’ follows the fortunes of Richard’s younger cousin, Hugo, and his mission to uncover the truth behind the killing.As Hugo travels the globe, he uncovers a long-kept secret and is faced with some life-changing decisions.Throw in no fewer than two shipwrecks, a kidnapping, and the occasional dose of ‘brain-fever,’ and you’ve got all the ingredients necessary to cook up a rollicking adventure!‘Under False Pretences’ is a taut novel, full of twists and turns. It is the perfect read for those looking for an introduction to Sergeant’s work.Emily Frances Adeline Sergeant (1851 – 1904) was one of the most prolific novelists of the 19th century. Born in Derbyshire, Emily was the daughter of Richard Sergeant, a Methodist missionary, and Jane Hall, a writer of children’s books. Jane published her stories under the name Adeline, which Emily was later to adopt.During her lifetime, Adeline Sergeant wrote over 90 novels, including ‘The Story of a Penitent Soul,’ ‘No Saint,’ and ‘The Idol Maker.’ Many of her works explored the theme of religion, as her views changed from committed faith to agnosticism, and finally, to Catholicism.

The Captain Pamphile of the title is one of Dumas’ most intriguing creations.An anti-hero, the Captain is a rogue and a swindler who decides to exploit the demand for exotic animals that was prevalent in the early 19th century.However, Pamphile’s methods are unconventional, to say the least. If you like your adventures on the high seas served up with betrayal, intrigue, mutiny, and a liberal dose of sardonic humour, then this is the book for you.A satirical tale with a twist, ‘Captain Pamphile’ is the perfect read for fans of seafaring adventures.Alexandre Dumas (1802 – 1870) was one of the most popular French authors and playwrights of the 19th Century. After the death of his father, Dumas travelled to Paris where he eventually decided to work in the theatre. He first came to public attention at the age of 27 with his first play, ‘King Henry III and his Courts.’After a succession of successful stage plays, Dumas turned his hand to writing novels. Many of these were serialised in newspapers, such as ‘La Comtesse de Salisbury; Édouard III,’ and ‘Le Capitaine Paul.’Many of Dumas’ later works have been hailed as timeless classics and adapted for television and the silver screen, such as ‘The Three Musketeers’, starring ‘Lord of the Rings’´ Orlando Bloom, and ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’, starring ‘Superman’ star, Henry Cavill.

Doctor Nikola and Richard Hatteras meet for the first time. Doctor Nikola is a mysterious evil mastermind. Richard Hatteras, on the other hand, is an ordinary Australian sailor. Doctor Nikola has a plan which includes Hatteras and his fortune, but Hatteras proves to be a lot smarter than the doctor had expected, leaving Nikola facing a challenge. Hatteras is determined to oppose the villain’s plan and save everyone endangered by the doctor’s evil plan. Who who will prevail? Find out in Guy Boothby’s "A Bid for Fortune".Guy Boothby was an Australian author who lived in the period 1867-1905. His earlier works described life in Australia, but he gained wide popularity with his later fiction, which offered a vivid combination of crime, science fiction and horror stories.Boothby is well known for his Doctor Nikola series, a collection of novels telling the story of an occultist who seeks immortality and world domination.Other popular stories by him are "A Prince of Swindlers", which tells the story of a thief, and "Uncle Joe's Legacy and Other Stories", which is a collection of ghost stories. All in all, Guy Boothby left the world a colourful and rich literary legacy.

How do you survive when tragedy is your constant companion?With nearly all his family dead, Pascal Bruno turns to a life of crime to survive. His only hope of escape is through the love of Teresa, a servant for a local Countess. But when Teresa is made to marry someone else, Pascal vows to have his revenge.Set in Palermo in the late 18th century, ´The Sicilian Bandit´ is another reliable pageturner from Alexandre Dumas. There are plenty of pirates, plots, and sword fights, and Pascal is a moody anti-hero worth rooting for.Recommended for lovers of Dumas’ more action-packed historical fiction.Alexandre Dumas (1802 - 1870) was a hugely popular 19th-century French writer. Born of mixed French and Haitian heritage, Dumas first rose to prominence in Paris as a playwright but later gained international fame with his historical fiction.Often co-authored with other writers, these stories wove together swashbuckling adventure, romance, and real events from France’s past. Among the best known are ´The Three Musketeers´, and its sequels ´Twenty Years After´, and "Le Vicomte de Bragelonne: Ten Years Later". Set across four decades, this trilogy follows the rise of the dashing D’Artagnan - from hotheaded soldier to trusted captain under Louis XIV.Dumas’ other novels include ´The Count of Monte Cristo´ and ´The Black Tulip´. His works have been adapted into more than 200 movies, including ´The Man in the Iron Mask´ starring Leonardo DiCaprio.

A plague is spreading across the world. People are dying and no cure can be found. The plague was created by a sorcerer and he is the only one who knows how to stop it. Where is he and who will dare to face the 3000 years old mummy who has finally gotten his revenge? Will humans go extinct or will they be saved? Find out in "Pharos, the Egyptian" by Guy Boothby.Guy Boothby was an Australian author who lived in the period 1867-1905. His earlier works described life in Australia, but he gained wide popularity with his later fiction, which offered a vivid combination of crime, science fiction and horror stories.Boothby is well known for his Doctor Nikola series, a collection of novels telling the story of an occultist who seeks immortality and world domination.Other popular stories by him are "A Prince of Swindlers", which tells the story of a thief, and "Uncle Joe's Legacy and Other Stories", which is a collection of ghost stories. All in all, Guy Boothby left the world a colourful and rich literary legacy.

Set in Victorian London, ‘Name and Shame’ is an unashamed melodrama in its purest form.Following the fortunes of Alan and Lisette Walcott, alongside the adventures of Lettice Campion, this is a tale of deceived wives, attempted murder, secret identities, politics, and illegitimate children.Although the writing is taut and the plot full of twists and turns, Sergeant saves a few well-chosen words with which to take pot-shots at the role of women in Victorian society and the deplorable attitudes of the men around them.A rollicking read for those new to Sergeant’s work.Emily Frances Adeline Sergeant (1851 – 1904) was one of the most prolific novelists of the 19th century. Born in Derbyshire, Emily was the daughter of Richard Sergeant, a Methodist missionary, and Jane Hall, a writer of children’s books. Jane published her stories under the name Adeline, which Emily was later to adopt.During her lifetime, Adeline Sergeant wrote over 90 novels, including ‘The Story of a Penitent Soul,’ ‘No Saint,’ and ‘The Idol Maker.’ Many of her works explored the theme of religion, as her views changed from committed faith to agnosticism, and finally, to Catholicism.

Set in France in 1661, ‘Louise de la Vallière’ is the third and final part of the D’Artagnan Romances trilogy.With Louis XIV seeking to cement his position as the absolute monarch over the whole of France, D’Artagnan and the Three Musketeers are forced to come out of retirement one last time.However, while their intentions may be noble, there might be hidden agendas at play that could steer the foursome in the wrong direction...Packed with murder, intrigue, conspiracy, betrayal, action, and adventure, ‘Louise de la Vallière’ is as fast-paced and exciting as any of Dumas’ earlier outings.A political animal, the author allows us to see the machinations of the royal court and its effects on the general populace. At its heart, this is a romantic romp yet Dumas deftly sprinkles the twisting plot with flecks of wistful nostalgia.An ideal read for fans of ‘The Three Musketeers’ film, starring Oliver Reed and Simon Ward.Alexandre Dumas (1802 – 1870) was one of the most popular French authors and playwrights of the 19th Century. After the death of his father, Dumas travelled to Paris where he eventually decided to work in the theatre. He first came to public attention at the age of 27 with his first play, ‘King Henry III and his Courts.’After a succession of successful stage plays, Dumas turned his hand to writing novels. Many of these were serialised in newspapers, such as ‘La Comtesse de Salisbury; Édouard III,’ and ‘Le Capitaine Paul.’Many of Dumas’ later works have been hailed as timeless classics and adapted for television and the silver screen, such as ‘The Three Musketeers’, starring ‘Lord of the Rings’´ Orlando Bloom, and ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’, starring ‘Superman’ star, Henry Cavill.

Doctor Nikola meets Gilbert Pennethorne, an ordinary man whose life has gone downhill. He was tricked by his former boss who stole information about the location of a gold mine. Gilbert is determined to take his revenge while Nikola sees a great opportunity to become wealthy. He manipulates Gilbert into assisting him in the new evil scheme he has come up with.Guy Boothby was an Australian author who lived in the period 1867-1905. His earlier works described life in Australia, but he gained wide popularity with his later fiction, which offered a vivid combination of crime, science fiction and horror stories.Boothby is well known for his Doctor Nikola series, a collection of novels telling the story of an occultist who seeks immortality and world domination.Other popular stories by him are "A Prince of Swindlers", which tells the story of a thief, and "Uncle Joe's Legacy and Other Stories", which is a collection of ghost stories. All in all, Guy Boothby left the world a colourful and rich literary legacy.

"’Så gå med mig,’ sagde den unge mand og tog drengen varsomt om skulderen.’Åh, må jeg?’’Ja, men tag kappen om dig, og tryk huen godt ned over panden, og her, tag du lygten.’Et minut efter var drengen færdig. ’Hvor skal vi hen?’ spurgte han.’Først hen at rive galgen ned og forstyrre bålet, der er rejst til vor ven, rådmand Deynoot.’’Til ham, åh, skulle han da dø!’’Nej, med den almægtiges hjælp skal han inden morgen være her i vort tilflugtssted, så er han sikker.’"I 1533 har den tyranniske spanske konge sat sig for at forfølge de hollandske protestanter ved hjælp af inkvisitionens ubarmhjertige metoder. Hollænderne overgiver sig imidlertid ikke så nemt. Både civile og adelige tager kampen op mod overmagten, og selv katolske hollændere yder bravt modstand for at beskytte deres protestantiske landsmænds ret til at tilbede Gud, som de helst vil."Tyrannen og hans datter Isabella" er en spændende historisk roman, der tager os med tilbage til en turbulent tid, hvor høj som lav måtte gøre op med sig selv, om man ville se passivt til, når uretfærdigheden sænkede sig over ens land, eller om man ville kæmpe for det, man troede på.Bogen udkom første gang i 1930.Adolphine Fogtmann (1847-1934) var en dansk forfatter, der skrev en lang række romaner og børnebøger. Hun debuterede som forfatter i 1884 med romanen "Fra Munkebjerg", som hun skrev under pseudonymet Èdini. De fleste af hendes senere bøger udgav hun under sit eget navn.

Doctor Nikola has finally found the secret to immortality, but he hasn’t put it to the test yet. He needs someone who can help him conduct some experiments. Doctor Ingleby seems to be the perfect choice since he is currently struggling financially and as such, seems willing to go to great lengths to get himself out of misery. Will Nikola and Ingleby’s experiments be successful? Find out in "Dr Nikola’s Experiment".Guy Boothby was an Australian author who lived in the period 1867-1905. His earlier works described life in Australia, but he gained wide popularity with his later fiction, which offered a vivid combination of crime, science fiction and horror stories.Boothby is well known for his Doctor Nikola series, a collection of novels telling the story of an occultist who seeks immortality and world domination.Other popular stories by him are "A Prince of Swindlers", which tells the story of a thief, and "Uncle Joe's Legacy and Other Stories", which is a collection of ghost stories. All in all, Guy Boothby left the world a colourful and rich literary legacy.

On the Greek island of Phrosos, Count Antonio has forsaken his rank and his Prince for what he thinks is Right. He now lives as an outlaw in the hill yet he is still remembered fondly by those who knew him. Ambrose the Franciscan goes through archives and to meet people who met him to learn more, and even the Prince would do well to listen to what he comes to discover.Sir Anthony Hope Hawkins (1863-1933), alias Anthony Hope, was a British barrister, author and playwright. He wrote many novels but is mostly remembered today for his Ruritanian trilogy, which falls under the "Ruritanian romance"-genre, characterised by a fictional country in Eastern or Central Europe (Ruritania), focusing on characters from the the ruling class, and full of adventures, intrigues, and high romance.

Doctor Nikola’s goal in life is to achieve world domination and immortality. When he finds out that a secret society in Tibet is way more powerful than any other human being or government on the planet, he decides to set off on a long adventure. This society can teach Nikola how to extend life and raise the dead. But are they willing to share their knowledge? Can Doctor Nikola somehow force them to do so? Find out in "Dr Nikola Returns".Guy Boothby was an Australian author who lived in the period 1867-1905. His earlier works described life in Australia, but he gained wide popularity with his later fiction, which offered a vivid combination of crime, science fiction and horror stories.Boothby is well known for his Doctor Nikola series, a collection of novels telling the story of an occultist who seeks immortality and world domination.Other popular stories by him are "A Prince of Swindlers", which tells the story of a thief, and "Uncle Joe's Legacy and Other Stories", which is a collection of ghost stories. All in all, Guy Boothby left the world a colourful and rich literary legacy.

Written by the English author Charlotte Mary Yonge, ‘The Caged Lion’ (1870) tells the story of King James I of Scotland - the caged lion of the title - who has been a prisoner in England since childhood.It’s 1421, Scotland is in chaos, and Malcolm Stewart is desperate to protect his sister and tenants. He enters service as a royal kinsman to James I and sets out on a journey that will see him fight for his King, his country, and for love.‘The Caged Lion’ is an ideal read for those new to Yonge's authorship.Charlotte Mary Yonge (1823 - 1901) was a prolific and popular English novelist, biographer, editor, historian, essayist, and journalist. She is most famous for her novels which include ‘Heartsease’, ‘The Daisy Chain’, ‘The Young Stepmother’, and the commercially successful ‘The Heir of Redclyffe’ (1853).Yonge was also a founder and editor for forty years of ‘The Monthly Packet’ magazine, while her book, ‘History of Christian Names’, is considered to be the first serious attempt at recording the subject. Profits from her books were often donated to charitable causes.

WINNAAR VAN DE JONGE JURY DEBUUTPRIJS 2023!IJshockeyer Auke weet niet wat hem overkomt als hij na afloop van een wedstrijd in Trondheim samen met zijn Noorse rivaal Sindre door mysterieuze krijgers duizend jaar terug in de tijd wordt gebracht.Auke en Sindre blijken te zijn ontvoerd om het leger van Vikinghoofdman Heimar Helgason te versterken. Die leidt veelbelovende rekruten op tot úlfheðnar, legendarische wolvenkrijgers, om de heidense manier van leven te bewaren in een veranderende wereld.Maar Heimars zus Heidrún, meesteres van de taboemagie seiðr, heeft een andere bestemming voor Auke: één die zijn ondergang betekent, als hij niet oppast.Wolventijd is een kruising tussen ‘Vikings’ en ‘Kruistocht in spijkerbroek’ met een trans hoofdpersonage. Een meeslepend avontuur vol legendarische wolvenkrijgers, actie en ontluikende liefde.Transformatie vormt in veel verhalen van Lysander Mazee (1987) een rode draad. In Lysanders boek ‘Wolventijd’ is zijn persoonlijke verhaal verweven. De hoofdpersoon is namelijk transgender, iets wat Lysander met hem deelt. En niet alleen dat, maar ook vanwege zijn liefde voor Scandinavische sprookjes en Noorse mythologie die duidelijk naar voren komt. In 2023 won dat boek ook de Jonge Jury Debuutprijs.

El traslado de la sede catedralicia de Cartagena a Murcia desata una turbia trama de intereses. Cuando don Alonso llega a Cartagena junto a su fiel escudero para supervisar el traslado de la sede episcopal desde Murcia, enseguida comprende que el obispo de esa ciudad no actúa de buena fe. Un fraile «cae» de lo alto de la torre de la catedral después de revelar la existencia de una lista negra que amenaza a aquellos miembros del Concejo de Murcia que apoyaron el traslado de la sede. A raíz de estos acontecimientos, don Alonso descubrirá un submundo de pasadizos secretos y de frailes corruptos que lo pondrá tras la pista del escurridizo asesino.Este audiolibro está narrado en castellano.