The King of the Coral Sea: The Untold Story of an Australian Legend by Robert Louis DeMayo (Wayward Publisihing) (58 Reviews)    Price verified 20 minutes ago

Discover an Astonishing True Story Of Daring and Courage: A Real-Life Tarzan's Solo Travel Journey Across The Coral Sea Michael Fomenko is no stranger to adversity. Shut out of the Commonwealth Games for financial and political reasons at the ripe age of twenty, Michael begins to question everything. Setting a new course for himself, he dreams of a feat that will require unimaginable determination. A powerful testament to the magnitude of human courage and resilience, The King of the Coral Sea is a gripping narrative adventure that artfully recounts Michael Fomenko's legendary voyage - paddling a dugout canoe over one thousand nautical kilometres from Cairns Australia to Dutch New Guinea. Faced with gruelling physical effort, saltwater crocodiles lurking beneath the waves, and the ever-present danger of storms and jagged coral reefs, Michael never expected to encounter an additional foe: the Australian Government. Hounded by the press and victimized by a government that saw a white man living in the bush to be a threat to the social order, Michael became determined to triumph against the odds and complete his incredible feat. Told with flowing prose, vivid imagery, and larger-than-life characters, best-selling author, Robert Louis DeMayo, invites readers to join Michael on his eighteen month-long solo journey, witnessing the strength and determination that carried him through his darkest moments. As a young man, Michael captured the attention of a country with his solo journey. As an old man, he was known simply as Tarzan to those around him in Queensland. Shedding light on Michael's fascinating and often dangerous upbringing, from escaping communist Russia as a child to crossing the forests of Manchuria on foot, The King of the Coral Sea explores the life and legacy of a real-life Tarzan, giving readers a never-before-seen glimpse into his personal Odyssey. Historical Fiction. 1930-2009

Genre: Historical Fiction

The Case of the Silent Scream: A Curious Cases Mystery (The Curious Cases Mysteries Book 1) by Sidney Wainwright (8 Reviews)    Price verified 20 minutes ago

An atmospheric Victorian detective mystery with a paranormal twist. This debut novella is for lovers of Sherlock Holmes and historical fantasy alike... It is 1899 and a wealthy art lover has been missing for seven years. A shocking secret hides within his collection. One that defies rational explanation. Enter an unlikely duo of Special Branch detectives. Young, troubled and the recent victim of a ghostly haunting, Sidney Wainwright is reassigned to the mean spirited Frank Tarrant. Inspector Tarrant is a loner, notorious for his incompetence. Yet on their first case together, Wainwright learns his new superior is much more than he appears. Awaiting them is a sinister discovery that cannot be unseen. This fast-paced yet intimate first person account by DS Wainwright, the first entry into the Curious Cases series, is perfect for fans of classical gothic adventure novelists like Robert Louis Stevenson and Oscar Wilde. Readers of historical and urban fantasy from the likes of C. J. Archer, Katie Lumsden, Genevieve Cogman, Laura Purcell and Sarah Painter will also love to curl up with this series. Sidney Wainwright's alter ego is an author of fiction living in the South of England in the twenty-first century. Away from his writing, he is an administrative clerk and ferroequinologist. His love of history and mystery inspired the world of the Curious Cases. He often wonders whether he created Sidney or if Sidney created him.

Genre: Historical Fiction

CASSEY: The Darkness is coming by Raymond M Hall (221 Reviews)    Price verified 20 minutes ago

Get ready for a spine-tingling journey through time and darkness with Raymond M Hall's latest thriller, "CASSEY." If you're a fan of Stephen King, this gripping tale is sure to captivate you. CASSEY, an old doll with a sinister secret, weaves a chilling narrative that spans significant historical events. Starting with the ill-fated voyage of the Titanic in 1912, CASSEY somehow survives the ship's tragic sinking. As the doll's journey unfolds, it takes us through both World Wars, hinting at its uncanny ability to connect with people during times of chaos. The story takes a haunting turn in the early 1960s, amidst escalating tensions during the Cold War. CASSEY becomes a focal point, and its true nature starts to emerge, casting a shadow over the characters' lives. At the centre of it all is Rose, entangled with CASSEY and questioning the doll's significance in her life. Is CASSEY merely a doll, or does a deeper connection exist between Rose and the enigmatic toy? The mystery surrounding their relationship adds layers of suspense, reminiscent of Stephen King's iconic works. "CASSEY" promises a narrative as gripping and suspenseful as "IT." The doll's ability to transcend time and influence pivotal moments in history adds a unique and eerie element to the plot. Readers will find themselves on the edge of their seats, eagerly uncovering the sinister secret hidden within this seemingly innocuous doll. For a thrilling and mysterious experience, don't miss "CASSEY" by Raymond M Hall. Buy it now and prepare for a chilling adventure that will keep you hooked from the first page to the last.

Genre: Historical Fiction

THE CUT DIRECT: An enchanting Regency comedy-drama of love and heartbreak by Vivienne Shannon (1 Review)    Price verified 20 minutes ago

'Being possessed of youth and the most exquisite of complexions, Felicia felt that life could not possibly be more agreeable. But her happiness was not to last... Miss Felicia de Vere's first London Season is a thrilling round of balls and parties. There's a positive swarm of dashing young men at her feet and an engagement on the horizon. But she hasn't reckoned on her headstrong brother Charles. Newly returned from France, he is in love with a most unsuitable young lady, and in possession of political views that positively enrage their father...

Genre: Historical Fiction

On the Wings of the Red-Tailed Hawk (The Centenary Chronicles-Tales of American Women) by Gail Combs Oglesby (21 Reviews)    Price verified 20 minutes ago

Awarded the 5-star from Reader's Favorite Winner of the highly coveted 5-star Highly Recommended award from The Historical Fiction Company. Nominated for the Eric Hoffer Award for Excellence. Plymouth 1620-Sarah has left the security of all she knows to travel with her husband to the New World, but things don't go as planned. The Mayflower is lost unable to find the colony already there they must manage on their own. Not enough food, no shelter, then people start dying. Can Sarah find her inner strength and prevail or is she destined to join the others, another grave on Coles Hill. "On the Wings of the Red-Tailed Hawk" is deeply satisfying. Whether it veers towards happiness or sadness, it stays true to the story's spirit and provides a fitting conclusion to Sarah's journey. This book stands out for its focus on ordinary women of the past, whose accomplishments were anything but ordinary. This perspective is refreshing and adds a unique dimension to the genre of historical fiction. The authors skill at incorporating historical elements into an engrossing story without becoming boring is impressive. Because of the evocative and detailed writing, Sarah's experiences come to life on the page. A cleverly written plot arc with a distinct beginning, middle, and end. Every stage of Sarah's trip receives sufficient attention, guaranteeing a smooth and seamless progression of the story. A must read for everyone who loves strong woman characters who overcome the odds.

Genre: Historical Fiction

At the River's Bend by Don Natelborg (2 Reviews)    Price verified 20 minutes ago

Step into the sacred embrace of the Grand Tetons, where the sublime beauty of nature unfolds with solemn grace, beckoning pilgrims from every corner of the globe. Here, amidst the hallowed peaks and tranquil waters of the Snake River, lies a story of profound significance -- a tale of reverence and resilience set against the rugged landscapes of the Old West. Journey back to a time when the frontier was untamed, and the spirit of adventure stirred in the hearts of those who dared to explore its vast expanse. It is in this wild and unpredictable terrain that our narrative unfolds -- a landscape where every shadow holds a secret, and every step is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. Follow the path of Ben Jacobsen, a man adrift in the windswept plains and towering mountains of the western frontier. Seeking solace and purpose amidst the untamed wilderness, Ben is guided by a higher calling -- a whisper on the wind that leads him to a sacred enclave at the river's bend. Here, amidst the echoing canyons and murmuring waters, Ben discovers the quiet guidance of a higher Power, illuminating his journey with purpose and meaning. At the River's Bend invites you to traverse the solemn paths of history, where the land bears witness to the dreams and tribulations of those who came before. Within these pages, discover a narrative that resonates with the quiet wisdom of the ages -- a tale of perseverance, reverence, and the enduring bond between humanity and the natural world. Join us on this poignant journey of introspection and redemption, where the spirit of the Old West intertwines with the eternal truths of faith and resilience. Available on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, Hardcover, and separate Large Print Edition (paperback). For more insights into the author's inspirations and future works, we invite you to visit our Author Page. We appreciate your interest in Don's work.

Genre: Historical Fiction

The Whole of the Sea by Luis de Agustin (23 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

In the enchanting backdrop of 1970s Madrid, two expatriates find themselves trapped in a world of self-indulgence and aimless wanderings. For the American expat, life appears to revolve around his captivating, yet self-absorbed lover, a woman who seems immune to his heartfelt yearnings. Amidst a haze of alcohol and the vibrant Spanish city in transition, he travels the lively city streets. The post-dictatorship Spanish capital reveals its entertaining daily traditions, and he dives into them with friends or with his on-again, off-again paramour. When her rejection finally pushes him to the brink of despair, a chance encounter leads him on a different path. A shadowy figure begins to haunt his estranged lover, forcing her to confront the shallowness of her existence. She makes a life-altering decision to rescue herself from the vanity of self-indulgence. She turns to her desolate lover, vowing to start by reconciling his deep attraction for her. He implores them to go beyond their wayward relationship and leave behind the frivolous pursuits that have defined their lives. He says their journey toward redemption should begin with a single act of kindness. They should attempt to confront the malevolent stalker who has been preying on their friends. It's a dangerous path, and they know it could cost someone's life, but he believes it's the way to cure the emptiness that has defined their recent lives. In "The Whole of the Sea," the streets of Madrid become the canvas for a transformative tale of love, redemption, and the quest for meaning. Will the two expats' newfound purpose save them, or will it lead them to a worse place? Take a dip into a human relationship willing to sacrifice for what's below the surface in order to reemerge and see the light.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Maud by Russ Cooper (10 Reviews)    Price verified 50 minutes ago

A story of betrayal, loss, murder, revenge, and redemption. Set during the Wars of the Roses and its aftermath, the decisive Yorkist victory at Tewkesbury has devastating consequences for the Bowen Family. Forced to bring her child up by herself, Meg Bowen seeks to protect her daughter Maud from murderous and corrupt men. Maud grows up to become a beautiful and precocious young woman, who attracts the attention of both good and evil men. Can Meg survive the trials and tribulations that fate has placed in her path, and protect her daughter? Is Maud's fate already determined? Powerful adversaries seek to destroy Meg and her family. She will need to draw on her reserves of resilience and strength to survive tragedy and unimaginable loss. Praise for Maud: "Sometimes when you read a novel, it's so vivid that it just takes over and puts you head and shoulders alongside its characters and that's exactly what Cooper does. An emotionally charged read Maud is highly recommended to fans of historical fiction... " Book Viral "An engaging historical novel with a twist. A thoroughly enjoyable read. Highly recommended." 5 Stars "Exciting page turner, great characters with lots of twists and unexpected turns. Great read!" 5 Stars

Genre: Historical Fiction

LOOSE ENDS IN YOKOHAMA: A STORY OF A MAN ON A MISSION TO MAKE PEACE WITH HIS PAST by ALEX LUND (27 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

"... an emotional powerhouse of a story." (Readers' Favorite review by K.C. Finn)Abandoned as a child. Half-Japanese, half-American. Ron Jackson is a self-made man of few words who has been through decades of hardship building up a successful bar business in Yokohama. As he finally gets ready to enjoy life in retirement, an unexpected meeting jolts his entire world. Ron decides to set out on a mission to make peace with his past, marked by ruthlessness, bitterness, and suppressed love. "Ron's journey of re-examining his life was an eye-opener. Even as the story delves into deep introspection, the narrative flowed like a serene stream of water. Every character evoked a sense of warmth in me.""At the end of the story, I was left with a deep sense of gratitude for my life's blessings."(Review by Soumya Sreehari for Readers' Favorite)

Genre: Historical Fiction

SECRET MARRIAGES: Edward IV, Eleanor & Elizabeth (The Falcon and the Sun: The House of York Book 2) by J.P. Reedman (556 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Eleanor Talbot, newly widowed after the Battle of Blore Heath, meets Edward, Earl of March. It is a time of trials when the Lancastrians and Yorkists fight for supremacy... and the throne of England. The Talbots are staunch Lancastrians; Edward is the Son of York. The Battles of Mortimer's Cross and the bloodbath of Towton lead to Edward taking the crown. A secret marriage is hatched between the young King and Eleanor, but the "secret queen" is never announced to the Council. King Edward's womanising reaches new heights as, within a short time, his eye falls on another widowed beauty, Elizabeth Woodville, whom he also marries in a private, hidden ceremony. Mortified by all that has happened, Eleanor seeks atonement in religion,... but will her past catch her up? Will the secret remain secret? A story of love and lust spanning two families, the Talbots and the Woodvilles, and two women both similar and yet very different. One who became Queen of England, and one who might have been.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Cinders In Service: A Pride and Prejudice / Cinderella Variation (A Maid at Pemberley Book 4) by Amaritta Beane (17 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Lizzy is halfway to settled into a career in service, now. But there are yet more surprises awaiting her - notably regarding Mr Darcy... And then there's the question of the ball at Meryton...

Genre: Historical Fiction

Mary Celeste: A Ghost Ship Short Story by K. Bartholomew (15 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

One by one, they disappeared. Step right up and come aboard the Mary Celeste, the most famous ghost ship in history, during our famous voyage across the Atlantic. When the captain appears to be losing his mind, First Mate Richardson must risk insubordination to safely deliver the ship to the distant port of Genoa. However, his problems don't end there because he must also overcome storms, disease, a dangerous cargo and a mutinous crew who're disappearing one by one. This paranormal, ghost ship short story contains scenes of gore. Get it now!

Genre: Historical Fiction

Mirabel, or, Thetbury Park: Book the First (Guests of the Presworth Ball Book Two) by Louisa Thorpe (Automata) (434 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Hertfordshire, 1812 Foundling Mirabel Neve's anonymous benefactor has been providing for her since her infancy but when she is 21, this will cease. At such a time, Mirabel must either be married or seek employment as a governess. Marriage might be the more desirable option but with Mirabel already 20 years old, time is running out. Lord Dartford is the village's most eligible bachelor but despite his sister's best efforts, he refuses to marry. However, when Lady Edmonton visits her brother at Thetbury Park for one final attempt she is determined not to leave until he has said his vows. Lady Edmonton also invites Mirabel to Thetbury Park to be her daughter's companion. While Mirabel is happy to oblige for Lady Edmonton's sake, she does not relish the prospect of meeting the cold and aloof Lord Dartford. But perhaps Lord Dartford is right to be wary; unbeknownst to them all, Mirabel is at the heart of a secret - one which could throw Thetbury Park into scandal. A traditional Regency romance in two parts for fans of Jane Austen!

Genre: Historical Fiction

A Life Naive by Oliver Phipps (Gray Door Ltd.) (53 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Life for twenty-seven-year-old Hershel Lawson has been relatively uneventful and that's the way he likes it. When his grandmother passes away, leaving him her car and a last wish of him taking her ashes to L.A., his life takes a turn and it will never be the same again. With his new task and grandmother's ashes, Hershel sets out from St. Louis Missouri in the spring of 1962. He travels unimpeded along scenic Route 66 for two days, but is suddenly and unexpectedly relieved of two important things, his car and wallet. Sally is a sassy and street smart young woman on her way to Hollywood. She's determined to prove everyone wrong in the "one horse town" she left and make it as an actress in California. Through mishaps of her own, Sally comes across Hershel. Though neither one realizes it, the real journey is about to begin. Take a seat and journey with Hershel and Sally along historic Route 66 during its heyday. Laugh and maybe shed a tear or two as they struggle against the odds, and often each other, to make it a few more miles down the highway.

Genre: Historical Fiction

HEIMAT by Paul Marzell (16 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

In 1929, four young German friends embark on a life-altering journey from the remnants of post-WWI Germany to the promise-filled streets of America. Dreaming of returning to their beloved hometown of Neisse as triumphant American citizens, their fate takes a dramatic twist in the heart of Berlin's teeming train station. A daring rescue of an American diplomat binds them in an enduring friendship, setting them on a path through the shattered illusions of the American dream, the harrowing depths of the Great Depression, and the challenging process of assimilating into a new culture. As the world plunges into the chaos of World War II, their lives diverge in ways they could never have imagined. Matthias finds himself in the paradoxical role of building ships in an American yard, aimed at the destruction of their homeland. Feliks, driven by a sense of duty, joins the US Army to fight against the Japanese in the Pacific, later aiding the Polish resistance in their homeland. Josef, caught in an ill-timed visit to Neisse, is swept into the ranks of the Wehrmacht, partaking in the invasions of France and Russia, and eventually coming face-to-face with Americans in the Battle of the Bulge. Meanwhile, Edo steps into the hallowed halls of the Nuremberg trials, contributing to the monumental task of bringing Nazi war criminals to justice. Their story is a tapestry of loyalty, betrayal, and the relentless grip of fate, weaving a compelling saga of friendship tested by war, ideology, and the quest for identity in a world coming undone. This is more than a tale of four immigrants; it is a poignant exploration of the human spirit caught in the tumult of history.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Arklight: Task Force Crusader by J.M. Myrick (24 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Powerful enemies threaten. Everlasting judgment begins. Reoutfitted and recovered from the costly Battle of Nashville, Spear Team launches a crusade to uncover the truth. This time, they know their enemy: a brutal and cruel special operative known as Magnus O'Keefe. Desperate to locate the next piece of the ultimate weapon, Arklight launches a mission to retrieve the infamous Spear of Destiny. Soon after, they learn of another bygone piece of the puzzle that has been unearthed, bringing to light an astonishing history, lost in the annals of conspiracy and lore. A long-forgotten Nazi regime will stop at nothing to finish what they started under Hitler's genocidal rule. Rising from the ashes, the Fourth Reich's Order of the Black Sun covertly initiates the final solution, using a weapon of unimaginable destruction.Bridging over two thousand years of human history, two timelines converge into a singular event; while Spear Team struggles against Magnus, the Alsos Mission Team transcends time, continuing their quest to understand the cryptic Knights Templar journal. In the midst of World War II, clues lead the Alsos Team on a journey until they learn of a judgment day - planned since the beginning of all things. Purpose drives this "battle to end all battles" against an ancient foe, who is fighting to free itself from a dimensional prison - that is, until the portal is opened, the seal is broken, and the Apocalypse begins. The ultimate battle of good versus evil takes place in this final installment of the Arklight trilogy.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Mr Darcy and The Marshalsea: A Pride and Prejudice Continuation (Mr Darcy's Chronicles Book 18) by Jackie Wellman (Edgar Roy) (20 Reviews)    Price verified 20 minutes ago

Darcy and Lizzy receive news that Lydia plans to move to London shortly. Her husband, Mr Wickham, is determined to become rich quickly in the glittering capital. Of course, Mr Wickham does not become rich and is soon dispatched to The Marshalsea, London's notorious debtors' prison. Thinking that Darcy and Lizzy will (and indeed should) come to their aid, he dictates a letter for his wife to write and send to her sister. Darcy and Lizzy are in a quandary. They want to help but Darcy cannot forget Wickham's treatment of Georgiana, his dear sister. Furthermore they know that if they simply pay the debt, Wickham and Lydia will have learnt nothing. They travel to London and visit Wickham and Lydia. Shocked by the melancholy state into which Lydia has fallen, they know something must be done. But what? This is a funny and affectionate continuation of Jane Austen's beloved novel.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Thomas Marchant: a novella by Pamela Stephen (3 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

When he returns home after graduating from Trinity College Cambridge in 1720, Thomas Marchant wants to channel his passion as an innovator and engineer into devising and improving steam-driven engines for mining. He has plans running in his head to expand the family business, and make a name for himself at the start of a momentous period in British manufacturing history. But a twist of fate is about to change the direction of his life and with the help of his friends and neighbours, he must learn to live with the consequences of it. This freestanding story is the second of three about the lives of a group of characters in 18th century West London.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Mistress of Tredegar by Marnie Perry (24 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Sir Frain Bedortha has long since admired and coveted Tredegar castle and it is now within his grasp. But to his fury he is prevented from taking it by an ancient document signed by Arthur Pendragon. Unwilling to take the castle by force and risk all out war Frain decides to wait on word from his liege lord, the King of Wessex. However, Frain demands a hostage, what he gets is Brannagh Penlion chatelaine of Castle Tredegar and mistress of the earl, its lord. At first furious and resentful Frain soon discovers there is more to this woman than a mere servant. As his suspicions grow so does his desire for this haughty, seemingly cold woman and soon finds himself drawn to her in a way he has never been to any woman. Brannagh Penlion has risked everything to prevent Frain Bedortha from taking possession of Castle Tredegar, her freedom, even her life. Taken as hostage for the good behaviour of her people she expects discomfort, hardship and resentment from Sir Frain and his people, what she does not expect is to feel an attraction towards her captor. But Brannagh is not all she seems and if Frain should discover her secret more than her heart will be at stake.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Trying to Breathe Without You by Christy Gerrell (5 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Adam Hansen rents a beach cottage for a month on a little island in the Gulf of Mexico. Upon arriving he learns that a woman has also been given the beach cottage for the same month. An odd sort of bond forms between the two with Adam living in one half of the cottage, and the young woman living in the other half. As the days pass, the bond between them grows with Adam aware that he's falling in love with the girl that he barely knows. Suddenly the two are torn apart and Adam, unaware of who this young woman really is knows beyond all doubt that he needs her, because without her, he's struggling to breathe.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Bad vs Evil by David Rountree (1 Review)    Price verified 35 minutes ago

Murder, burglary, muggings, counterfeiting, train robbing, safe-blowing, and other nefarious gang activities terrorized the local population. Law enforcement and the inept justice system couldn't deal with the problems, so, finally, the outraged citizens in two Indiana communities conspired to resolve the crime issue themselves. However, many considered their ultimate solution to be far worse than the problem.

Genre: Historical Fiction

With a Trusting Heart by Dawn Kinzer (Morningview Publishing) (31 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Will trust be the winning ticket to mending two wounded hearts? The 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition is taking place in Seattle with participants from all over the world when Lizzie Clark accepts a position at an orphanage in the city. After suffering heartbreak and loss, she is determined to make a life for herself independently. Jack Butler's mother abandoned their family when he was a young boy. Loyalty to his father cost him fulfilling his own aspirations, so Jack strives to take their family farm in a new direction. A newborn is left at the orphanage with a note asking Lizzie to take care of him. Why did the woman abandon her child? And why is Jack, a handsome local farmer so interested in helping Lizzie search for the infant's mother? When shocking revelations disrupt their plans, Lizzie and Jack are faced with life-changing decisions. Will they open their hearts to trusting again? This story was inspired by events that took place at the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Expo -- Seattle's first world's fair.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Realm of the Witch Queen: Lunar Fire Book 2 by Tamara Rendell (Renwulf Creations) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 20 minutes ago

A Saga of The Savage Innocence and Power of Ancient Druidism PART TWO of Lunar Fire Lahana, an innocent young princess, is traded for an appeasement treaty with a tyrannical king. On arrival, she is immediately caught in a web of evil sorcery and a sex cult - overwhelmed and mesmerised and drugged. Her inner power awakens to fight and escape this dark kingdom. Her freedom journey takes her to sanctuary with a powerful Druid priest whom awakens her true destiny within her deepest soul's yearnings. After trials and tribulations, she becomes a powerful queen and destroys the evil king's realm and rebirths a new civilisation out of the ashes of a dark age into an era of peace and prosperity. Her coming of age is full of love and pain until, finally, her true soul mate embraces her vision, and together they triumph over injustice and ignorance. Ideal for lovers of Norse, Celtic, and Arthurian sagas.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Looking Glass Friends by E. L. Neve (Nothing but the Story via Amazon) (125 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Winner of 15 BOOK AWARDS: a Lyrical love Story, inspired by real letters "This novel features an original and fascinating premise... Readers will be compelled to keep reading until the very end." ~ Booklife by Publishers Weekly. When our souls fall in love before our bodies meet... LOOKING GLASS FRIENDS is a story about finding your soul's reflection, the ideal person put on this earth just for you. But what if you are already married? What if you have kids? This quest for happiness lies at the heart of all our lives. Many of us face the choice that turns the pages of this story. Many of us know that our life will be utterly different in twenty years depending on the choice we make today. It is an intersection that changes everything forever. This award-winning novel seeks to show that what seems insurmountable can be done... and should be done. Discover its poetry and wisdom for yourself. 2018 Hollywood Book Festival WINNER 2018 Great Northwest Book Festival WINNER 2018 Beach Book Festival WINNER 2017 New York Book Festival WINNER 2017 Los Angeles Book Festival WINNER 2017 London Book Festival Runner-up 2017 Pacific Book Awards Finalist 2017 BookVana Award Finalist 2017 Readers' Favorite Finalist 2018 Paris Book Festival Honorable Mention 2018 San Francisco Book Festival Honorable Mention 2017 New England Book Festival Honorable Mention 2017 Florida Book Festival Honorable Mention 2017 Southern California Book Festival Honorable Mention 2017 Great Midwest Book Festival Honorable Mention ELLIE & NEIL FELL IN LOVE over email, discussing Ayn Rand's novel, Atlas Shrugged. Neither remembered the other's face clearly. Both were married already. And she had a five-year-old son. But in the span of a few letters each discovered his soul's mirror-image. So how could they live apart? Woven with poetry and philosophy this is a story about the nature of love, its enchantment or curse, and the heartbreaking question: Can a mother secure her child's happiness by ...

Genre: Historical Fiction

The Legacy of Mavis McCall (Silver Cross Ranch Legacy Series Book 3) by Faye Roberts (Forget Me Not Romances, a division of Winged Publications) (67 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Imagine opening a long-forgotten trunk to find diaries written by your foremothers. Four generations of thoughts, heartaches, challenges and triumphs. What lessons did they write inside the yellowed pages? What lessons could they gift you now? THE LEGACY OF MAVIS MCCALL - Book Three of the Silver Cross Ranch Legacy It takes a bit of conniving and a few subtle lies, but Mavis finds what she's been searching for when, against her father's wishes, she's accepted to study at the Colorado College of Agriculture. She can't imagine how life could get any better. Halcyon days are filled with knowledge, good friends, acceptance for who she is, and a sweet but secret love. Yet, all too often, secrets have a way of turning to bite back at the hand that fed them. The world shifts on its very foundation when the Great Depression is followed by yet another catastrophic world war. War that destroys hope and shatters dreams. For Mavis, the fight becomes personal. She enlists in the Women's Army Corp and though the Allies eventually win, she comes home defeated and burdened with more heavy secrets that threaten to bring her down for good. Only after returning to her beloved land does she begin to heal. With hard work and keen foresight, she moves the ranch, and herself, into a bold new era. The Silver Cross Ranch Legacy weaves the lessons of history into the lives of four mothers and daughters who fight the odds, and sometimes each other, to defend their way of life. With stubborn tenacity and hard-won faith, the women learn the beauty in their differences, the power of forgiveness, and create hope for the future with the reassurance that each step taken during life's sometimes rugged journey leads to a bright coming home. A Lady Rancher is a rare breed. Born into the world with a legacy deep in her marrow, she has a spirit of survival branded into her soul. A rare gift handed down from one generation to the next.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Mail Order Bride: The Imposter Bride: Clean and Wholesome Historical Romance (Brother's Mail Order Brides Book 5) by Faith Johnson (Clean Romance Publishing) (104 Reviews)    Price verified 20 minutes ago

*** Click the BUY Button to Grab this great deal NOW *** From the desk of your Favorite Amazon Best Selling Author Faith Johnson Enjoy this wonderful Mail Order Bride Story about the Meredith Brothers Falling In Love and Getting Married (Or do They? Read more to find out... ) Tabitha Morrison has lived and worked in the wealthy Smith household since her father abandoned her as an infant. She was raised by the household maids to be quite adept at various tasks, and her life as a servant is all she has ever known. So when she is ready for a different life, she makes a bold decision. She will leave the world she knows and travel west as a mail-order bride. Jacob Meredith is a kind man, and Tabitha is grateful for that. However, it seems he and his family have gotten the wrong idea about her. They believe she is from a wealthy family, and Tabitha is too embarrassed to tell the truth. What if they send her back home? Now, she has to pretend hard work is unknown to her and allow the Meredith family to handle most of the chores. But when Tabitha is forced to reveal her secret, will she lose the first chance at love she's found? *** Click the BUY Button to Grab this great deal NOW ***

Genre: Historical Fiction

Adventures of Dirty Dottie: Finding Joy (Keys of Life) by Carolyn Schield (Uriel's Justice LLC) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 20 minutes ago

From the authors of the Number One Best Seller, Keys of Life trilogy comes Adventures of Dirty Dottie: Finding Joy. Unwrap the Enigma: To the outside world, Dirty Dottie is a woman who exudes strength and confidence, bringing men to their proverbial knees. T her friends and family. she is simply Dottie, a woman who soothes troubled souls with her angelic singing and hides away her inner vulnerabilities. Underneath it all, she is a woman who has made it her life's mission to defend right. Unlock the Past: Dottie reunites with old pals Han and Bill. As they reminisce, Dottie shares a cryptic message left by her long-deceased husband. But, where there is good, evil is lurking in the shadows. Uncover the Mystery: While investigating clues to the message's meaning, Dottie and her two-man army embark on a late-night mission to find an ancient treasure. Unaware that they are in a race against time, they must place together the clues to locate the relic before it falls into the hands of a madman intent on using it to further his evil ambitions.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Murder in E-Town: A Novel (The Alternate Universe Book 13) by Ron Washburn (The Knights of Altoris Publications) (13 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

Based on a true story. In the fall of 1870 a woman, badly beaten and suffering from hypothermia, stumbled into the Pearson Saloon in the mining settlement in New Mexico Territory known as Elizabethtown, or 'E-Town'. The story she told of murder would change the lives of all who heard her. Her husband had just killed their young son and a passing traveler. Her story fell upon the ears of well-known gunslinger Clay Allison and his gang. What happened next would become one of the most notorious stories ever to come out of New Mexico. Told by one of Clay's gang members, he weaves the facts into a story that will introduce you to one of New Mexico's first documented serial killers, Charles Kennedy. A name you'll not soon forget. Get all of Ron Washburn's westerns: 1. The Man From Atlanta 2. Murder in E-Town: A Novel 3. Jornada del Muerto: Cowboys and Monsters 4. Austin's Justice 5. Blue Eyes in the Snow 6. A Reckoning in Goldenburg 7. Journey of Blood: The Lady Gunslinger

Genre: Historical Fiction

Listen To The Colours by J.L. Dupont (28 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

One war, five years, three lives - two childhood friends separated by Nazi ideology, and a twelve-year-old French boy who's not like other boys. Three distinct struggles to come to terms with loss and suffering and the absurdity of war. Until in the waning months of the war, Germany's deployment of its secret V1 weapon irrevocably entangles their lives in the forests of Normandy. Listen To The Colours is the author's second novel, inspired by the memories of those who witnessed the construction of the V1 ramps in the forests of Normandy. They suffered in silence, and helped change the course of the war.

Genre: Historical Fiction

All That Time Allows: The Prequel To The James Saga by Annette Austin (13 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Lies, passion, and intrigue - welcome to Havers End! This enticing historical fiction story begins The James Saga. Edward James has a firm grip on the Havers End slave plantation. From the outside, the James family is a respectable, wealthy Southern family but behind many closed doors, there are deep seated divisions. Lawrence James is bound to take charge of the plantation. However, he detests slavery and his stance puts him at odds with his father, Edward. Madeleine James is happy that her older brother has a sensual romantic courtship with Eleanor Southland. Yet, Lawrence has doubts about the relationship - especially when he catches sight of a young female slave. The oldest sister, Belvedere Rossiter, is undecided concerning her future. Does she remain with her husband, Nicholas, or can she start a new life? If you want to find out more, please order your copy with one click today.

Genre: Historical Fiction

A Lady's Touch of Sin: A Historical Regency Romance Book by Lucy Langton (484 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

When her mother finds out that she was involved in a frantic love triangle, Marta Schnitzler is instantly being cast from her Austrian home. What awaits her is her Aunt Margaret, a tittering woman with an earnest responsibility to find Marta a match, against her wishes. While the blue-eyed beauty desperately tries to escape from her future misery, a very dashing man shows up in her life, but, to her misfortune, he is not the one her Aunt has chosen for her. But when her Aunt insists so much on a particular engagement with a Duke, should she just give up to the tantalizing stranger she just met or should she fight to satisfy the burning passion she holds for him? Baldwin Terrence is a successful businessman and the future heir to his ducal estate. When his best friend's cousin comes unexpectedly to visit, he finds himself surprisingly stricken by her stunning eyes, and the connection between them is electrifying. Her beauty is irresistible and tests his willpower at every turn. She's everything Baldwin is not: a spitfire, compassionate, apt to dream and gossip and live loudly and grandly. Of course, she catches the eye of nearly every important member of society, including the dastardly Duke, Lewis Remington. The only thing he knows is that he is determined to possess her, at any cost. Will he convince her that the haven she's longed for all her life may be lying in his arms? Thus begins a tale of lust and heartache, full of passionate moments. But soon their burning promises are all they have left. Caught between her past and her future, Marta must decide whether she's willing to let go of the life she knew for a love she never thought she would find. But in the end, is the choice actually hers to make? Torn between her Aunt's will and what she desires, she has to choose between the man who sets her heart on fire and the one she despises. But can this undeniable desire between them really be buried? Will their love prove strong enough to shatter every ...

Genre: Historical Fiction

The Reaper of Washington County by Steven Banner (10 Reviews)    Price verified 50 minutes ago

Young Sean Callahan appears to be lost. His father who was a legendary Lawman, has just passed away. He did however train his son to be a leader and to follow in his footsteps. In the year 1894, he began working on the sea vessel the Intrepid. With the whaling trade slowing. He sets his sights on something else. The one thing Sean knows he can't run away from... His uncle is the courageous Captain James Callahan who runs the Boston Office for U.S. Marshals. He gives Sean a new start in life, by becoming a marshal himself. Later ordered to an obscure town seeming hidden in Rhode Island. His mission is to find out what happened to four missing women. Under the watchful eye of retired Major Jeremiah Lancaster. He tries to understand what everyone appears to be hiding, in a town filled with folklore and superstition. With seemingly no clues. He must track down who is responsible or return home a complete failure. His new boss, Colonel Robert Goldberg is running for a seat on the United States Senate. Each day he eagerly awaits the answers that could ignite his campaign. By day, the young marshal hunts for a killer, and at night he must protect them from one. What he discovers will amaze you and that is just the beginning. The secrets must come out. So, step up and get ready. It's going to be one hell of a ride. The adventure starts now. Get your copy today.

Genre: Historical Fiction

The House of Closed Doors by Jane Steen (18,179 Reviews)    Price verified 29 minutes ago

Heedless. Stubborn. Disgraced. Small town Illinois, 1870: "My stepfather was not particularly fond of me to begin with, and now that he'd found out about the baby, he was foaming at the mouth" Desperate to avoid marriage, Nell Lillington refuses to divulge the name of her child's father and accepts her stepfather's decision that the baby be born at a Poor Farm and discreetly adopted. Until an unused padded cell is opened and two small bodies fall out. Nell is the only resident of the Poor Farm who is convinced the unwed mother and her baby were murdered, and rethinks her decision to abandon her own child to fate. But even if she manages to escape the Poor Farm with her baby she may have no safe place to run to.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Sarah Finds Freedom: The Maxwell Bride Series Book 2 (The Maxwell Brides Series) by Krissyann Granger (Tug Hill Publishing Company LLC) (861 Reviews)    Price verified 5 minutes ago

"HEADING OUT WEST AS A MAIL-ORDER BRIDE IS A DAMN STUPID IDEA... " ~Sarah 1886, Boston. Sarah Forbes is a cowgirl at heart, but if she obeys her father's wishes she'll be living in a gilded cage. When she witnesses a crime and needs to flee the city, a mail-order bride agency seems like her only ticket to freedom and safety. But life throws her an unexpected responsibility and complicates everything. Can she rise to the challenge, and find freedom? Caine Maxwell is a widower with a deep fear of loss. His controlling ways and protective nature are a frustrating mix to a girl who desires only freedom. Stubborn heads collide, but when something precious is taken from them, the stakes are raised. Can they come together to recover the one thing they can't live without? Although the story is old fashioned, The Maxwell Brides Series contains violence, adult language and themes, and descriptions of physical intimacy. It is intended for mature readers. I hope you enjoy the new covers for this series! The old covers were lovely, but a little too sweet for the books. Stick with me as I release the rest of the new covers!

Genre: Historical Fiction

The Last Letter (The Letter Series Book 1) by Kathleen Shoop (2,658 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

"Gripping historical fiction -- A tale of two women finding meaning behind all that went wrong in their lives. A timeless tale of redemption with the best plot-twist at the end I've seen in a long, long time. Can't wait for book two!" New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, Melissa Foster Katherine wouldn't have believed it if she hadn't found the letter... In the summer of 1905 Katherine Arthur's mother arrives on her doorstep, dying, forcing her to relive a past she wanted to forget. When Katherine was young, the Arthur family had been affluent city dwellers until shame sent them running for the prairie, into the unknown. Taking her family, including young Katherine, to live off the land was the last thing Jeanie Arthur had wanted, but she would do her best to make a go of it. For Jeanie's husband Frank it had been a world of opportunity. Dreaming, lazy Frank. But, it was a society of uncertainty--a domain of natural disasters, temptation, hatred, even death. ?? Ten-year-old Katherine had loved her mother fiercely, put her trust in her completely, but when there was no other choice, and Jeanie resorted to extreme measures on the prairie to save her family, she tore Katherine's world apart. Now, seventeen years later, and far from the homestead, Katherine has found the truth - she has discovered the last letter. After years of anger, can Katherine find it in her heart to understand why her mother made the decisions that changed them all? Can she forgive and finally begin to heal before it's too late? **Independent Publisher Awards** 2011 Gold Medal, Best Regional Fiction-Midwest **National Indie Excellence Book Awards** 2011 Finalist Award-Historical Fiction 2011 Finalist Award-Regional Fiction **USA Best Books 2011 Awards** Winner, Fiction--Western Finalist, Fiction--Historical Finalist, Best New Fiction **International Book Awards** 2011 Finalist Award-Historical Fiction 2011 Finalist Award-Best New Fiction

Genre: Historical Fiction

Pretty Little Flowers by Joyce Kay (9 Reviews)    Price verified 49 minutes ago

What I wouldn't give for you. I would sacrifice everything. I would give my life. All you have to do is ask and I would stand upon the peak of a great mountain and fall to my certain death. In Victorian England, everything is done according to the rules of society, but when the Duke of Fetterfield dies, his daughter discovers a freedom that had been denied to her; the freedom to marry for love. And when Mr York comes back into her life, she believes her prayers have finally been answered. But her father's death also uncovers a shocking secret that could destroy them all. Pretty Little Flowers by Joyce Kay is about the choices we make, and how those choices force us to confront the truth of who we are.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Ambrose, Prince of Wessex; Trader of Kiev. (Ambrose series Book 1) by Bruce Corbett (89 Reviews)    Price verified 15 minutes ago

A young prince of Wessex is captured by Viking raiders. He and his friends manage to escape captivity in Denmark, and begin an epic journey to Norway and then Sweden. The rest of the story is loosely based on the Primary Russian Chronicles. There, they join a Viking expedition to conquer Novgorod, and, within a year, they travel down the mighty Dnieper river to settle in Kiev.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Bloody Rain - Murder, Madness & the Monsoon by Rick Spilman (Old Salt Press) (77 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Bloody Rain is a short story set on a sailing ship in the 1880s. The Queen Charlotte was anchored fore and aft off the Calcutta wharves in the Hoogly River, waiting for cargo. She was a fine, three masted iron bark; trim, low and fast on a reach - in all respects, the perfection of the shipbuilder's art. If she had a single great flaw, it was on her quarterdeck in the man that the owners had chosen as captain. Captain John McPherson maintains absolute control over his ship and those who sail upon her. The only one that he cannot control is himself, slipping into murder and madness in the face of the relentless monsoon.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Poverty Creek (The Liberty Hill Series Book 2) by Sonja Heisinger (29 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

In Gold Rush California, a civil war is raging... between two people. The Southern Mines, 1849 - After conquering the jungles of Panama, Lucius Flynn and Evelyn Brennan set sail for the Land of Dreams, but they couldn't be more at odds. Determined to make a fortune and put an end to their arranged marriage once and for all, they join a company of ragtag prospectors and embark on the dangerous road to Prosperity, a boomtown in the Sierra Nevada foothills. Surrounded by intriguing new friends and golden opportunities, the Wild West just might bring Lucius and Evelyn together... until Nell Watson arrives. Charming and seductive, the famous dancer sets her sights on Lucius, while Evelyn becomes more and more entangled with a married man. In Poverty Creek, vigilantes, cowboys, and hopeless romantics converge in a world where lawlessness and drudgery disguise themselves as freedom and grandeur. Where beauty is treacherous, and dreams are fallible. The western adventure continues in this highly anticipated sequel to Liberty Hill. What readers are saying about Liberty Hill: "Captivating." - 5-star review "Kept me reading when I should have been in bed." - 5-star review "Historical fiction at its finest." - 5-star review "Worth its weight in gold." - 5-star review "I could not and would not put this book down." - 5-star review "An amazing adventure story." - 5-star review "I fell in love with this book!" - 5-star review About the author: A California native, Sonja Heisinger has lived and traveled all over the world. She published her first novel, the inspirational For He Is Summer, when she was just twenty years old. A few years later, she lost both her parents in a car accident, and her brother shortly after. To make sense of her grief, she began to draw and write voraciously. Today she is a professional artist - follow her on Instagram @sonjartsinger - and author of the bestselling Liberty Hill series, a romantic drama set during the California Gold ...

Genre: Historical Fiction