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In John Buchan’s thrill-a-minute novel „Salute to Adventurers”, hero Andrew Garvald makes his way from the dreary moors of his native land to the deceptively bucolic landscape of early colonial America....

The Power-House is a novel by John Buchan, a thriller set in London, England.It was written in 1913, when it was serialised in Blackwood's Magazine, and it was published in book form in 1916. The narrator...

„Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown” is a time-tested adage that suits Peter Pentecost, a young monk and legitimate claimant to England’s Throne. But he is not alone as others are vying for power...

The Courts of the Morning is a 1929 adventure novel by John Buchan, featuring his character Sandy Arbuthnot. The prologue is narrated by Richard Hannay, so the novel is sometimes included in Buchan's...

Richard Hannay arrives in London on the eve of World War I, where he meets an American agent seeking help in stopping a political assassination. Before long, Hannay finds himself in possession of a little...

These twelve stories are told by the old soldiers of the Runagates Club as they reminisce.Richard Hanny, hero of ‘The Thirty-nine Steps’, reappears recounting a trek into the bush in ‘The Green Wildebeest’....

Although this book was listed in a collection of Richard Hannay stories, Hannay makes only a brief appearance at the beginning. Begins in the pleasant atmosphere of a country house in the Scottish borders,...

Richard Hannay, un enginyer de mines britànic que acaba de tornar de Rodèsia, està avorrit de la nova vida que ha començat a Londres. Tot canvia quan troben mort a casa seva un home que ha descobert un...

Huntingtower is a novel written by John Buchan, first published in 1922. The novel is set in Scotland and follows the adventures of three young men who become involved in a plot to rescue a Russian nobleman...

When Sir Edward Leithen leaves London to spend Whitsuntide as a guest at Flambard, he has no idea of the extraordinary sequence of events about to unfold. Among the collection of fellow guests, some of...

The Three Hostages is the fourth of five Richard Hannay novels by the Scottish author John Buchan, first published in 1924.  John Buchan (26 August 1875 – 11 February 1940) was a Scottish novelist, historian,...

The Thirty-Nine Steps is an adventure novel by the Scottish author John Buchan. It first appeared as a serial in Blackwood's Magazine in August and September 1915 before being published in book form in...

The Gap in the Curtain is a 1932 borderline science fiction novel by John Buchan. Part of the action is autobiographical, featuring the agonies of a contemporary up and coming politician.

John Buchan's novel 'A Lodge in the Wilderness' takes the reader on a thrilling adventure through the rugged landscapes of British Columbia as a group of travelers find themselves stranded in a remote...

John Buchan's 'Collected Supernatural Stories' is a compilation of eerie and mysterious tales that delve into the realm of the supernatural with a touch of gothic sensibility. Each story is crafted with...

During the past year, in the intervals of an active life, I have amused myself with constructing this tale. It has been scribbled in every kind of odd place and moment—in England and abroad, during long...

This collection of previously published stories highlights the resilience of the human spirit when faced with threats to well-being and survival.The first seven stories focus on soldiers and their experiences....

Preschool teacher, Everly Wright loves her job and the people in Willow Glenn. After the heartbreak of Brady running out on her, she has finally found peace. That is until Brady shows up with his sexy...

When disaster strikes, not only are humans affected. Our four-legged companions are as well. Sadly, many get left behind, and rescues and shelters scramble to save them before it's too late. This anthology...

In this heart-stopping story of love, hate, and redemption, four strangers are drawn together in the dangerous world of animal rights activism. Perfect for fans of Catherine Cowles, All the Terrible Things...

Allow me to introduce myself.My name is Tommy O'Doherty, and I'm madly in love.Too blunt, you say? Seriously, why lie?Everyone seems to know about it already. The gossip about my major crush on my best...

Scarlett Graham could think of a million better ways to start her summer vacation; sprawled out in the backseat of a minivan wasn't one of them. To make matters worse, listening to her father singing...

Aramis Feres has failed.Failed his friends on an expedition gone awry.Failed to keep his marriage intact. Failed his city.But what promises he couldn't keep, he swears to rectify. Having unearthed a tome...

Eclipse of the Mind - Unraveled Truths - Immerse yourself in New Rockland, a gripping sci-fi thriller where Lana Reyes, a gifted hacker, navigates a city of neon lights and hidden shadows in search of...

Prize-winning and highly commended stories from the 2024 Hope Prize, with judges including Dame Quentin Bryce, Dr Tony Birch and Julia Gillard.‘Tomorrow There Will Be Sun is more than just a book, it...

Taipan One Six is back—betrayal, rescue, and revenge in Taliban territory.Damien Hunter leads Taipan One Six, a covert team that takes on missions no one else will touch. But even in the shadows, they're...

The joyous, exhilarating call of the wilderness and the forest camp is surely and steadily penetrating through the barriers of brick, stone, and concrete; through the more or less artificial life of town...

This is the Illustrated version of the "A Journal of the Plague Year", A work that is often read as if it were non-fiction is his account of the Great Plague of London in 1665: A Journal of the Plague...

A lie, repeated enough times, can become reality. Callum, a conscript in a century-long war, serves as a medic in the Anberan army. His adversary—a monstrous race of fierce warriors—battles to control...

'You’ll fall in love with every single character' — Hayley MillsWhat happens when a quirky Australian town faces the imminent arrival of a huge fiery comet? Do the residents embrace all possibilities...

The stricken SS Demeter floats helplessly in orbit around a mysterious planet. The crew have evacuated, leaving behind a single crew member. Survivors on the planet find themselves separated and forced...

Trust no one, suspect everyone.In the charming town of Cedarwood, where everyone knows your name, PI Marti Wells is about to uncover a darkness that threatens to shatter its picturesque facade.Hired by...

When eleven-year-old weather sorceress Lyra gets her first visitor in years who tells her that the weather is evil and she must stop it using a very confusing riddle, she takes them up on that offer....

Hayden Tucker is a pillar of the community. He has a beautiful wife, two adorable sons and a high paying VP position at a thriving internet company. He also has a deadly and twisted perversion. Unbeknownst...

After surviving a brutal massacre at a nearby desert getaway, mercenary Deckard Kimble returns to the city of his youth as a broken man. Reconnecting with childhood friends Eris O'Connell and Gretchen...

With the man Omega Vera and Alpha Caleb were fleeing from finally dead, things were supposed to calm down. But they've only gotten more hectic… Vera's week has been lively. After being on the run for...

"Prepare to gasp out loud, cringe, cackle, and cry... Hilarious hijinks aside, at its heart, this is a book that isn't afraid to dive deep into heart wrenching isolation and the anxiety that comes with...

Lester Van Carlton is a top executive at the Blissful Hotel and Casino Corporation, one of the major entertainment corporations in Las Vegas. He has an excellent reputation as a successful businessman...

Hasids Shlomo and Shmulik tell each other their dreams. Incredible adventures happen to the heroes of the narrative in their night visions. They were first in England, then on a distant star and always...

The mountain community of Gryphonia hates and shuns Talona, their former "wicked queen." Now powerless, she is known simply as Tal, the hermit gryphon. It has been five sun revolutions since her half-sister,...

This the third book in a series about life, its realities and intricacies, set in the mid 19th century.Members of a family, torn apart by the Scottish Clearances, have found refuge in the colonies of...

An eighteen-year-old lawyer named Shemin meets a twelve-year-old girl, Milu, at an orphanage. He tells her that she can inherit Dr. White's vast fortune if she can make Dr. White's zoo thrive. After Milu...

This is Seabury - where everyone knows everyone, the average tourist hasn't got a clue it even exists, and that's just how the locals like it!Kathleen knows she's fallen on her feet. After all, if you're...

A woman has gone missing, and her community reaches out to Jimmy for help. Jimmy takes the case even though it will dredge up memories best forgotten. It doesn't take long till he finds out all is not...

Write Lines: An Anthology of Poetry and Prose is a captivating collection that showcases the diverse voices and creative talents of the Shannon Amherst Writers' Group.Curated by the insightful Madge O'Callaghan,...

The explorers are forced to confront the terrifying truth—they didn't just awaken an ancient curse, but also the spirits of those long forgotten. Now, these vengeful beings are on the hunt, and the explorers'...