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The Redemption of Alexander Seaton

The Redemption of Alexander Seaton

S.G. MacLean

Quercus Publishing
2009
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A sleuth to rival Shardlake or Cadfael - a mystery that will chill your blood. 'Transports your body and soul to another time and place' CRAIG RUSSELL'A delight on all levels . . . engaging and moving' MANDA SCOTT'A truly memorable and exciting read' HISTORICAL NOVELS REVIEWBanff, Scotland in the 1620s. A young man walks unsteadily through the streets. Is he just drunk or is there something more sinister happening? When he collapses in front of two sisters on that dark, wet night, the women guess that he's been poisoned. His body is discovered in the house of Alexander Seaton - a fallen minister, the discovery of whose clandestine love affair has left him disgraced. Why was the body in Seaton's house? And why would anyone want to murder this likeable young man? Seaton sets out to find answers, embarking on a journey not only through the darkest part of other men's souls, but also his own.A must-read for fans of Rory Clements and SJ Parris.*****************************HEAR WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE REDEMPTION OF ALEXANDER SEATON 'A thrilling read' 5* Reader Review 'Utterly engrossing' 5* Reader Review'Terrific stuff' 5* Reader Review 'An enthralling book' 5* Reader Review'The best new crime novelist I have read since Fred Vargas and Jo Nesbo' 5* Reader Review
A Game of Sorrows

A Game of Sorrows

S.G. MacLean

Quercus Publishing
2010
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Second historical thriller in the Alexander Seaton series sweeps the hero back to his roots in Ulster, and a family living under a curse and riven with long-held secretsIt is 1628, Charles 1 is on the throne, and the British Crown is finally taking control of Ulster.Returning to his rooms one night, Alexander Seaton is shocked to find a stranger standing there - a man who could be his double. His name is Sean O'Neill, and he carries a plea for help from Maeve O'Neill, forbidding matriarch of Alexander's mother's family in Ireland. All those who bear their blood have been placed under a poet's curse: one by one they are going to die. Only Alexander is immune, his O'Neill heritage a secret from all but his closest family. Alexander travels to Ulster, to find himself at the heart of a family divided by secrets and bitter resentments. As he seeks out the author of the curse, he becomes increasingly embroiled in the conflict until - confronted with murder within his own family - his liberty and, finally, his life, are at stake.
Crucible of Secrets

Crucible of Secrets

S.G. MacLean

Quercus Publishing
2012
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Knowledge is power, and when it gets in the wrong hands it can be lethal. Alchemy and murder combine in a gripping race against time from the CWA award-winning author of The Seeker.'One of the best writers of historical crime' The TimesAberdeen, 1631. University librarian Robert Sim takes receipt of a gift of books recently arrived from overseas, mysterious works on alchemy and hermetics - the pursuit of ancient knowledge. By nightfall he has been brutally murdered. His colleague and good friend Alexander Seaton is left with the task of hunting for clues as to his killer's motive, as well as locating the missing books. What did Sim discover in the package, and what makes these books so dangerous?
Wind Over Waves

Wind Over Waves

S G Sajjadi; J C R Hunt

Horwood Publishing Ltd
2003
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This book addresses ocean wave processes and turbulence as they affect oceanography, meteorology, marine and coastal engineering. It will enable applied mathematicians, seafarers, and all others affected by these phenomena to predict and control wave effects on shipping safety, weather forecasting, offshore structures, sediment pollution, and ice dynamics in polar regions. The focus is on analytical and computational methods for solving equations of motion and studying non-linear aspects of waves and turbulence. Results included show how sudden gusts and winds over waves can modify the mechanisms of wave-breaking and oceanic turbulence.The book records the proceedings of the Wind Over Waves conference of the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications at Churchill College, Cambridge. Co-sponsors with the IMA are the Institute of Civil Engineers and the Royal Meteorological Society.
The Epilogue Event

The Epilogue Event

S G Bell

THE BOOK GUILD LTD
2024
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‘Dramatic, detailed, and romantic.’ Megan Bradbury, author of Everyone is Watching. 2010. The end of the world has begun, but no one is paying attention. People are unaware of the breaking pandemic, code name, The Epilogue Event. Accidentally finding himself at centre stage, an unlikely and unwilling hero Peter Finch, must, if he is to survive, awaken powers he has been trying to forget for over thirty years. And time is not on his side. A mysterious Artificial Intelligence, the cause of the plague, is slowly gaining control over everyone Peter loves and everything he values. On the streets of West London, the most powerful slave of a New Order, Dr Gordon Langley, is projecting a terrifying message. Unless Peter, aided by a band of misfits and criminals, can confront Langley, and his accomplices at a research facility near Norwich, and discover the meaning of the virus and reverse it, their world will be overcome and those permitted to survive will only endure in a new, previously unimaginable form of slavery.
Maia and the Blades of ThulaSu

Maia and the Blades of ThulaSu

S G Basu

Dreamweaver Press
2022
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The countdown to extinction has begun After Maia narrowly escapes from yet another execution attempt, she finds her life upended once again. As specters from her past reappear and friendships she had always counted on swiftly collapse around her, Maia is left struggling with her inner demons. All the while, the R'armimon Empire's mighty Execution Fleet draws closer to Tansi, and everyone braces for extinction. Maia races to find a way to stop the R'armimon and rediscover the true meaning of friendship, forgiveness, and courage. Will she be on time or is it already too late? Maia and the Blades of ThulaSu is the fifth book of the Lightbound Saga, the MG/YA science fiction series that features non-stop action, unexpected plot twists, captivating characters, and a spunky teenage heroine. If you like fast-paced adventure, thrilling new worlds, and epic storylines, then you'll love this page-turning coming-of-age series from author S. G. Basu. Buy Maia and the Blades of ThulaSu to enjoy this amazing series today
Maia and the Legend of Tansi

Maia and the Legend of Tansi

S G Basu

Dreamweaver Press
2022
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Peace always comes at a cost. The Execution Fleet of the R'armimon has arrived and the annihilation of the Tansian system seems inevitable. Hope rests on Maia finding the artifacts which, if the seer of the R'armimon is to be believed, will give her a chance to save her planet. But her quest seems near impossible. With only her friends to rely on, Maia fights hard, hoping to deliver a miracle to Tansi. Against all odds and in the unlikeliest of places, she finds faith, happiness, and love. But will it lift her up and make her dreams of peace come true? Or will it only leave her broken and vulnerable in the face of the gravest threat? As the final battle lines are drawn, Maia faces off with her most formidable foes. Is she ready? Or will this encounter end with the sacrifice of her life? Maia and the Legend of Tansi is the sixth and final book of the Lightbound Saga, the MG/YA science fiction series that features non-stop action, unexpected plot twists, captivating characters, and a spunky teenage heroine. If you like fast-paced adventure, thrilling new worlds, and epic storylines, then you'll love this page-turning coming-of-age series from author S. G. Basu. Buy Maia and the Legend of Tansi to enjoy the thrilling conclusion of this amazing series today
Relics Torn

Relics Torn

S G Benton

Palmetto Publishing
2024
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Plunge into the Depths of the Illicit Art World - Where Stolen Treasures and Family Secrets Lead to Deception, Betrayal, and Murder.Delve into Relics Torn, a compelling international crime thriller where art and antiquities are the priceless puzzle pieces in a deadly game. Crafted for the discerning adult reader, this riveting tale spans the globe from the lush jungles of Southeast Asia to the cobbled streets of Europe, offering a feast for those who thirst for cultural depth along with heart-pounding suspense.Meet Liliane Ashe, an art sleuth on a dual quest: navigating the intricate maze of the stolen art market and solving the mystery of her missing mother. When her past comes calling, in the form of Victor Aldwyn-Interpol agent and former lover-she's lured into an explosive case that catapults her from the tranquil mountains of New Mexico to London's underbelly and beyond. A garbage truck filled with ancient mosaics offers the first clue, but the tattooed, carved, and inked body of the comatose truck driver presents a riddle wrapped in an enigma.As Liliane and Victor probe beneath the surface of a prestigious art gallery suspected of shady dealings, they unearth a clandestine, ruthless empire stretching from Europe to Asia. Facing a villain whose past is disturbingly linked to Liliane's own, they must untangle a web of greed, betrayal, revenge, and murder.Relics Torn doesn't just deliver spine-tingling suspense and breathtaking thrills. It paints a complex portrait of moral ambiguity within the underground antiquities trade, with layers of hidden truths challenging the boundaries between right and wrong, guilt and innocence, genius and madness.Perfect for aficionados of art, mysteries, and globetrotting adventures.
Relics Torn

Relics Torn

S G Benton

Palmetto Publishing
2024
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Plunge into the Depths of the Illicit Art World - Where Stolen Treasures and Family Secrets Lead to Deception, Betrayal, and Murder.Delve into Relics Torn, a compelling international crime thriller where art and antiquities are the priceless puzzle pieces in a deadly game. Crafted for the discerning adult reader, this riveting tale spans the globe from the lush jungles of Southeast Asia to the cobbled streets of Europe, offering a feast for those who thirst for cultural depth along with heart-pounding suspense.Meet Liliane Ashe, an art sleuth on a dual quest: navigating the intricate maze of the stolen art market and solving the mystery of her missing mother. When her past comes calling, in the form of Victor Aldwyn-Interpol agent and former lover-she's lured into an explosive case that catapults her from the tranquil mountains of New Mexico to London's underbelly and beyond. A garbage truck filled with ancient mosaics offers the first clue, but the tattooed, carved, and inked body of the comatose truck driver presents a riddle wrapped in an enigma.As Liliane and Victor probe beneath the surface of a prestigious art gallery suspected of shady dealings, they unearth a clandestine, ruthless empire stretching from Europe to Asia. Facing a villain whose past is disturbingly linked to Liliane's own, they must untangle a web of greed, betrayal, revenge, and murder.Relics Torn doesn't just deliver spine-tingling suspense and breathtaking thrills. It paints a complex portrait of moral ambiguity within the underground antiquities trade, with layers of hidden truths challenging the boundaries between right and wrong, guilt and innocence, genius and madness.Perfect for aficionados of art, mysteries, and globetrotting adventures.
A Stitch In Time

A Stitch In Time

S G Lee

Shillelagh Books
2017
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A Stitch in Time is the origin for Emmett Rogers. Emmett considered a hero, for his actions in Afghanistan, wants to forget the battle there and get on with his life as a police officer. Coming home isn't as idyllic as Emmett hoped, however; his seventeen-year-old sister is pregnant, his father has thrown her out of the house, and his mother is ill. Emmett must now fight the battles on the home front and face his own demons before he can move on with his new life.
The Stuff Of Nightmares

The Stuff Of Nightmares

S G Lee

Library and Archives Canada
2021
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Katerina's father has died mysteriously, as mysteriously as her mother had; all those years ago. Katerina unnerved, by the nonchalance of the authorities, and their unwillingness to believe; that her parents were murdered; begins to have, what she believes are precognitive dreams. Dreaming Katerina is told a stunning secret by her dead parents. Katerina follows the trail in real life; only to find the tail leads to a discovery of betrayal. love, and danger, before she can find all the origins of her roots.
The Christmas Card

The Christmas Card

S G Lee

Library and Archives Canada
2019
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Grace Philips received a Christmas card in the mail addressed to Grace at her address, only the card was not for her but another Grace who lived there seventy years ago. Grace hunts for the recipient so she can reunite the woman with the card and possibly a lost love, plus Christmas bonus stories.
London Bridge is Broken Down A Tale of Two Londons

London Bridge is Broken Down A Tale of Two Londons

S G Lee

Libraries and Archive Canada
2023
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Two old adversaries are back to face down the Kellys, who must gather all their wits to come out on top. Lily and Emmett both face health challenges, grief and anger over the kidnapping of their child. Lily and Emmett must learn to trust each other and let others share the load, so, they can restore their child to their family's bosom. To do so, they need to fight their demons, and then maybe they can achieve their dream of a future together; that is if outside interested parties don't get in the way.