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Spring has finally come to Bear Mountain, and archaeologist Jamie Blackwood is savoring the peace he's found with Detective Sandra Elkfoot and their quiet life together. But tranquility shatters when amateur historian Eleanor Hartwell arrives at their cabin with a disturbing tale—someone has broken into her Point Pleasant home and stolen her most precious possessions: artifacts from the 1774 Battle of Point Pleasant, pieces that have been in her family for generations. What begins as a simple burglary quickly spirals into something far more sinister. The theft isn't random—it's surgical...

When archaeologist Dr. Jamie Blackwood unearths human remains at a Native American settlement site along West Virginia's Kanawha River, he uncovers more than ancient history. The body belongs to Thomas Hartley, scion of one of the region's most powerful families – and his death is just the beginning. Jamie's experience as an ex-Army Ranger tells him this was no accident, but investigating means confronting the PTSD that drove him to seek solitude in the quiet town of Poca. As he partners with forensic anthropologist Dr. Sarah Running Deer and environmental scientist Dr. Beth Morrison, a ...

Have you been mistreated by some dastardly cretin & not sure what to do to get back at them? This book is the answer. The Author has spent six and a half decades developing the methods outline within. Let him show you how to extract your revenge and get your payback. Or simply enjoy the humor and have a good laugh.

"Mountain Medicine: Herbal Wisdom of the Appalachians" is a captivating journey into the heart of one of America's most cherished natural landscapes, where the ancient art of herbalism intertwines with the rich tapestry of Appalachian culture. Through meticulous research, personal anecdotes, and expert insights, author Mr. Krause invites readers to explore the hidden wonders of the mountains, unlocking the secrets of centuries-old herbal traditions passed down through generations. The book begins with an immersive introduction to the Appalachian Mountains, painting a vivid picture of the ...

This book is a study on the Scams, Frauds, and abuses perpetrated on and against the elderly. How to recognize them and protect against them.

When archaeology professor Jamie Blackwood thinks he's just helping authenticate some Pre-Columbian pottery, he has NO idea he's about to uncover an international smuggling ring that will cost people their lives... What starts as a quiet morning on his West Virginia cabin porch (with coffee and his trusty dog Milly) quickly turns into Jamie's most dangerous case yet when: Ancient artifacts prove to be sophisticated forgeries. A graduate student turns up dead in an apparent "suicide". Detective Sandra Elkfoot discovers the killer is someone they TRUST. Sacred Native American treasures start ...

In the immersive tapestry of " Cigar Alchemy: Crafting Taste, Tradition, and Time," readers are beckoned into the captivating world of cigars and tobacco—a world where the aromatic tendrils of history intertwine with the craftsmanship and rituals that define the aficionado's journey. The narrative unfurls with the origins of tobacco in the Americas, exploring the rich heritage of the Maya in the Yucatan peninsula and the cultivation of tobacco that would eventually become the soul of cigars. The journey then spans continents, transporting readers to the courts of Europe, where cigars ...

Discover the Secret Healing Power of Your Spice Cabinet Unlock the remarkable potential of herbs and spices right from your own kitchen with "The Spice Cabinet Apothecary: Natural Health at Your Fingertips." Journey into the world of herbal medicine as you learn how these everyday ingredients can transform your well-being. This book can be the beginning of a fabulous journey for you that are just beginning or a gentle reminder for those that have already ventured down this path. From soothing herbal teas to DIY remedies for common ailments, this book is your trusted guide to harnessing ...

When archaeologist Professor Jamie Blackwood discovers the body of retired teacher Margaret Henshaw on a trail near the Shawnee Caves, he finds a rare 1860 Gold Double Eagle coin clutched in her lifeless hand. The murder investigation plunges Jamie and his team into a deadly mystery spanning three centuries, from the Civil War to the present day. Deep within the caves lies evidence of a truth that powerful people will kill to keep buried—Confederate raiders, stolen Union gold, and a covert operation that forever changed American history. As Jamie uncovers the surprising connection between...

Echoes of the Forgotten In the rugged mountains of West Virginia, where ancient secrets lie buried beneath centuries of history, archaeologist and former Army Ranger Jamie Blackwood uncovers a mystery that defies conventional explanation. While excavating in the remote Kanawha State Forest, Jamie and his team discover an anomalous prayer circle—Plains Indian in design but inexplicably located in traditional Iroquois territory. At the center of this ceremonial stone arrangement lies an even greater surprise: a Spanish treasure chest containing priceless gemstones and artifacts dating to ...

Mind, Body, and Nature:Embracing Holistic Healing with Natural Remedies aims to provide readers with a toolkit of natural remedies, lifestyle changes, and healing practices that work together to create a balanced and harmonious life. By using this book as a guide, readers can explore a range of natural practices, from herbal medicine and essential oils to meditation and mindfulness. As you progress through this book, you'll learn how to incorporate these practices into your everyday routine, fostering a life of health, vitality, and inner peace. In today's world, where quick fixes and ...

Ignite Your Motivation and Achieve Your Dreams In the rush of everyday life, our dreams often become distant echoes, and motivation feels like a flickering flame on the verge of extinguishing. But what if you could fan that spark into a blazing fire of determination? What if you held the blueprint to reignite your motivation and make your dreams a reality? "Ignite Your Motivation: Achieve Your Dreams" is your guide to unlocking your full potential and rewriting your life's narrative. This transformative journey takes you through the psychology of motivation, helping you understand how to ...

Some secrets are buried for centuries. Some are worth killing for. In the rugged hills of West Virginia's Kanawha State Forest, the discovery of a mummified body in a hidden cave should have been just another archaeological find for Professor Jamie Blackwood. But when the six-and-a-half-foot-tall remains are found surrounded by both medieval European armor and Native American burial items, Jamie knows he's stumbled onto something unprecedented—a mystery eight centuries in the making. As a former Army Ranger still battling PTSD, Jamie was seeking peace in these ancient hills. Instead, he ...

The Ancient Wisdom of an Old Shadow Warrior is an overview of the combat oriented arts gathered and compiled together to form a reference base and manual for both beginners and old hands alike. The author has spent six-plus decades studying and practicing multiple forms of the martial arts. Many of those years have been in the performance of both public and private security. In this work, he has attempted to clear up some of the fog in the shadows of the martial arts. Much of what the public knows about the mysteries of the Martial Arts is derived from the movies and television. Were the ...

A pulse-pounding space opera where ancient alien secrets collide with corporate espionage and military conspiracy Captain Kira Navarros thought she'd left her military past behind, content to haul cargo through the outer colonies aboard her ship, the Trespass. But when her estranged brother Elias—a brilliant xenoarchaeologist—disappears while investigating a legendary alien vessel called the Far Star, Kira is thrust back into a world of danger she'd tried to escape. The cryptic message Elias sends before vanishing shows him aboard a research ship, frantically warning that "they're ...

When ancient secrets meet modern greed, only the truth can preserve what matters most. A midnight break-in at an archaeological dig site near Morgantown, West Virginia, sets former Army Special Operations officer Jamie Blackwood and State Police Detective Sandra Elkfoot on the trail of a conspiracy that threatens to destroy a thousand years of Native American history. Dr. Sarah Brennan's groundbreaking discovery of a Pre-Columbian copper trade network—evidence of sophisticated commerce stretching from the Great Lakes to the Gulf Coast—has attracted the wrong kind of attention. When her ...

Crawl Space and Other Stories of Limited Maneuverability is a collection of stories about the fallout from limited maneuverability, whether it be the horror inside the walls of a New York City apartment, the firing of a professor on a college campus, bullying in the basement of an orphanage, the restraint a father feels reaching out to touch a youth, the confinement inside jockey underwear, the consolation of a typewriter over an unreported violence, an actual hanging by boys after a church service, the fatal end of a patient’s world following a hospital miracle, and more.