Ancient World

In this brilliant conclusion to his best-selling Mythos trilogy, legendary author and actor Stephen Fry retells the tale of the Trojan War....

Noble Aislinn grieves as the Iron Wolf and his minions storm through her beloved Darkenwald. And she burns with malice for the handsome Norman savage who would enslave her. . .even as she aches to know the rapture of the conqueror's kiss....

You've known it as a biblical tale of courage. Experience it anew as a heart-stirring love story: the love story of Esther....

Isolation, darkness, and rotting flesh surround me, suffocate me, but I am the vile ruler who controls it all. I long for warmth, yet all that I touch is cold. Then, she stumbles in to my domain, lost and frightened, alone and confused. And I terrify her even more. She calls me the devil....

When her mother, the Persian king’s famous senior scribe, is kidnapped, Jemmah and her sister must sneak undetected into enemy territory to rescue her. But infiltrating their adversary’s lands proves easier than escaping them....

My father called them messengers. He once told me they walked among us and that somewhere in this dark and godless city, there shined a faint sliver of hope. I had only to look for the signs....

Sold by her impoverished mother. Enslaved in an infamous brothel in Pompeii. Determined to fight for her freedom at all costs. . . . Enter into the Wolf Den....

From six bestselling authors, including New York Times bestseller Kate Quinn, comes a vividly imagined novel following the lives of those in ancient Pompeii on the fateful day Mount Vesuvius erupts....

Lazarus occupies a surprising position in the Gospel accounts. Widely known as the man Jesus raised from the dead, his story is actually much broader and richer than that. Living as he did at Bethany, near Jerusalem, Lazarus was uniquely placed to witness the swirl of events around Jesus....

Brus Stone can't recall his life before being rescued at the age of five and brought to live with the Northern Watch. Told his mother abandoned him, he's about as willing to give his trust to a woman as he is to hand his sword to his enemy during battle.

In Harvest of Gold, the scribe Sarah married Darius, and at times, she feels as if she has married the Persian aristocracy, too. There is another point she did not count on in her marriage—Sarah has grown to love her husband....

Reckless beauty Lily Lawson delights in shocking London society. She will break any rule to get what she wants...and she is determined to stop her younger sister from marrying Alex, Lord Wolverton, a handsome and arrogant earl who has vowed never to fall in love....

The third novel in Simon Scarrow's best-selling Roman series....

This exquisite anthology, crafted by the peerless editing team of George R. R. Martin and Gardner Dozois, is sure to leave you under its spell....

From New York Times bestselling author Melanie Karsak, The Blackthorn Queen transports listeners to northern Celtic Britain on the precipice of the second Roman invasion, introducing us to Cartimandua, princess of the powerful Brigantes tribe....

Overwhelmed by the responsibilities of running a ranch on her own, Laurel Tracey decides to hire a convict....

Jarl, a powerful Viking leader, returns to the rich lands near the Caspian Sea at the helm of his magnificent new longship, the Treasure Huntress. His forces cut a wide swath through the land, taking everything of value—capturing or killing any who stand in their way....

When the gods play in mortals’ lives, the only certain outcome is uncertainty. Especially when that god is Loki. In the course of a night, I found out my entire life was a lie. Now, Yrsa, Eydis, and I will set off to recover Tyrfing....

The time of peace is over. After the murder of her husband, Lara - half faerie, half human - must leave the home she has made in the Outlands and follow the destiny that has long called her....

Britannia, AD 117: Roman centurion Flavius Ferox is trying to live a quiet life of dignified leisure, overseeing his wife's estate and doing his best to resist the urge to murder an annoying neighbor—until someone else does it for him....

Warwick “War” Herringthorpe was born of a Northumberland de Percy daughter and the Wolfe of the Border, William de Wolfe, back in the days when William was a rising hero, unencumbered by marriage, free to do, and love, whom he so chooses....

Caius d'Avignon, the knight known as The Britannia Viper, finds himself on the opposite side of William Marshal...and the Executioner Knights are caught in the middle...Welcome to another Executioner Knights' tale! Listen to find out more....

Andreas de Wolfe is the second-eldest de Wolfe grandchild. Son of Troy, he has inherited his father’s comely looks, his aggression, and his talent with a sword. The man is born for battle. But he is picky when it comes to women....

Sir Valor "Val" de Nerra is one of Henry II's most trusted knights....

AS FORETOLD BY HER FATHER in a vision, Catrin has become a battle-hardened warrior after her trials in the Roman legion and gladiatorial games. She must return to Britannia and pull the cursed dagger out of the serpent’s stone to fulfill her destiny.

AS FORETOLD BY HER FATHER in a vision, Catrin has become a battle-hardened warrior after her trials in the Roman legion and gladiatorial games. She must return to Britannia and pull the cursed dagger out of the serpent’s stone to fulfill her destiny. Only then can she unleash the vengeance from the ancient druids to destroy her evil half-brother, the powerful sorcerer, King Marrock. Always two steps ahead and seemingly unstoppable, Marrock can summon destructive natural forces to crush any rival trying to stop him and has charged his deadliest assassin to bring back Catrin’s head.

A RITA finalist from Lisa Ann Verge, the multiple-award-winning author of historical and paranormal romance. "Let yourself be swept away by the utterly enchanting atmosphere of a best-loved fairy tale, and you’ll find yourself caught in Ms. Verge’s marvelous, magical tale. As always the author delivers a book that is uniquely wonderful."--Romantic Times "An exciting, fast-paced medieval romance. LISA ANN VERGE is on the verge of climbing to the top of this genre, a position she definitely deserves.--Affaire de Coeur Wales, 1272 Rhys is a man accursed, forced to hide his scarred face ...

At the prime age of twenty-one, I had only kissed one man—that was several years ago—another life, a life full of pain and sorrows. One I tried to forget. I turned my back on my birthright despite my parent’s last wishes. Now, I must return to my childhood home, but I am afraid to face the horrors long forgotten. My past was behind me. However, I also wonder if my future awaits me—the barbaric man who kissed me—one who left his imprint in my soul from just one kiss. This is an origin story about Tatia and Viktor from Nephilims' Savior. It contains adult contents and trigger warnings.

In the 16th book in this New York Times best-selling mystery series, Victorian Egyptologist Amelia Peabody Emerson and her growing family are in top-notch form. With antiquities to uncover, and nefarious villains to confront, there is never a dull moment. This series and Audie Award-winning narrator Barbara Rosenblat are an unbeatable and endlessly entertaining combination.

The novel DELPHI and THE GREEK WARRIOR is an extraordinary composite of accurate Greek history with little-known particulars of a tiny group of revered women known as Oracles of Delphi. Lauren examines the plight of ancient women not uncommon to modern feminine issues as she portrays Lady Selene, a heroine we can celebrate in today’s world.

Originally published on Kindle Vella When Psyche, a mortal girl, angers Aphrodite by unknowingly stealing away her worshippers, Eros, the mischievous god of love, is sent to make her fall in love with the most hideous man in the world. But he accidentally shoots himself.

When Ailis sets foot on Viking soil, her encounter with Erik, a formidable Norse chieftain, sets her world ablaze. As they navigate the complexities of two different cultures, their hearts are tested by loyalty, duty, and the undeniable pull of love. Together, they face turbulent battles, both on the battlefield and within their own hearts. Embark on a captivating journey through the untamed landscapes of the Viking Age in "To Kiss a Norseman." Immerse yourself in a tale of love, adventure, and the enduring spirit of two souls drawn together against all odds. "To Kiss a Norseman: A Clean ...

Caught as a Thief, Her Penalty Rouses A Searing Passion In 14th century England, a long-kept secret devastates Rowan Langley. Anger sends him on a quest for truth. He trusts no one, keeping others away, except fellow knight Gerard. Aeron Dawkyns, fleeing Wales and a charge of murder, lives on the street, pickpocketing. She steals Rowan's coin. Later, Rowan catches her attempting to steal his horse. She has a choice – serve them both with her body, or be handed over to be hanged. She chooses Rowan and Gerard. Serving an angry Rowan has dark pleasures Aeron learns to crave. She feels safe, ...

Synopsis ~ A girl meets a boy. It's a very ancient story. This particular meeting is about Aliaa, the girl from Pompeii, who fell in love with Justus, the boy from Herculaneum. But I beg you to remember, not all boy and girl meet-ups are precisely the same. Each encounter can be written in a book. Opposites attract. When the Pompeii girl and the Herculaneum boy met for the first time, their opinions clashed, hers from a rich girl's perspective and his from the boat-builder's point of view. Ah, their sparks lit the night sky! In the days following their initial encounter, their opposite ...

This love story will inspire you to make your marriage more successful. The institution of marriage has been severely impacted by modern lifestyles but yet the principles of marriage have never changed. Love between a man and a woman is sacred and it must be celebrated by one and all. The institution of marriage is the basic building block of our society. If that institution becomes stronger, then my work as an author is successful. In this story Nala and Damayanti stand with each other and for each other through countless tribulations thereby setting an example for all of us to follow. ...

As book two continues, Sam finds herself thrust into an uprising in modern day Egypt with bold, daring cameraman, Derek Clash. They team up brilliantly. But it’s clear he has an agenda that extends beyond just helping her. Somehow, he’s entangled with more than one person from her Victorian past. With assistance from strange outside sources, a small group of ex-military men turned mercenary and the good sisters of a small leper monastery, Sam and Derek soon discover how intense their connection really is. Separately, Adam moves on a different path and passages. But along the way, he ...

A delicious medieval Highland romantic romp... When Declan Murray is caught climbing into an unsuspecting woman’s bed, his life takes an unexpected turn... After too much to drink Declan Murray, second son of Laird Murray, walks into the wrong room and climbs into the wrong bed. Now he has to fight not just for his freedom, but also against his desire for the lovely woman. Although Cairstine Reid has loved Declan from afar for years, she knows the rogue will never settle down willingly. Much to her dismay, her father demands they marry after he accidentally comes to her one night. Declan ...

A visitor arrives bearing startling news. Unbeknownst to her, the noble bloodline of Robert the Bruce courses through her veins. Ian Murray, a man bound by duty to the Laird, harbors a secret that keeps him from ever considering marriage. But when a woman in distress crosses his path, she awakens the protector within him. Sorcha Hay's life takes an unexpected turn when a revelation upends her world. As a man she's never been fond of comes to her aid, both Sorcha and the rugged warrior find themselves shocked when indifference turns to attraction. Sometimes fate can change the course of ...

If his true identity is discovered he will hang... When travelers from Skye arrive to the small village of Moriag, Paden Fraser is fearful that the secrets from his past will be revealed. The more he tries to hide from the truth, the harder it becomes, especially when he catches the eye of the visiting laird’s daughter. After her betrothed was brutally slayed, Emma McLeod is sure she’ll never feel passion again. Could it be that the remarkable resemblance the town’s blacksmith has to her dead lover, is fate is giving her a second chance at love. When Emma takes matters in hand and ...

When it comes to his clan, he will sacrifice everything. Young laird Maddox Ross and newly titled Duke of Tarbert, has the burden of his entire clan on his shoulders. As the Hogmanay holiday approaches, uninvited visitors arrive. Not only does the despised Laird Lamont bring with him the possibility of war to Maddox’s doorstep, but also a proposition that is hard to turn down. In the end will he allow an entire family to ride away to certain death in order to keep his people safe? Her father is desperate to find allies and is using Ealasaid Lamont, his own daughter as a pawn. The question...