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When Rose Fenemore takes a desperately needed holiday to an isolated cottage on the Scottish island of Moila she doesn't expect much in the way of adventure - just a few quiet weeks of writing, walking and bird-watching. And then, late one night during a wild storm, two young men appear in her doorway, seeking shelter from the wind and rain. Neither man is quite who he claims, and the question of whom to trust will put Rose in grave peril....

The pioneer of romantic suspense, Mary Stewart leads her readers on a thrilling journey to a Mediterranean island paradise in this tale of mystery, murder and intrigue, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie and Barbara Pym. Lucy Waring, a young, out-of-work actress from London, leaps at the chance...

Summer, 1947. Kate Herrick, a war widow, returns to her childhood home for a final visit before the house is sold. But Rose Cottage is not the idyllic paradise she remembers from her youth and someone has been there before her. As Kate uncovers an old secret that haunts the home she thought she knew, she is forced to confront a dark truth from her own past.... Beyond the weedy garden with its riot of rose bushes, nothing had changed. And someone was crossing the bridge to approach the garden gate. Someone I knew well....

While on a walking holiday through the beautiful, deserted hills of Crete, Nicola Ferris stumbles across a critically injured Englishman, guarded by a fierce Greek. Nicola cannot abandon them and so sets off on a perilous search for their lost companion - all the while being pursued by someone who wants to make sure none of them leave the island....

The Hollow Hills recreates the suspense and excitement of an ancient legend—how Merlin the Enchanter, prophet, visionary, and adviser to kings—keeps Arthur, the future king of Britain, safe. Merlin keeps watch over Arthur in remote secrecy, safe from the warring kings and Saxons who plot against his father, King Uther. Haunted by dreams of the magical sword Caliburn, which has been hidden for centuries, Arthur must claim the fabled sword to become the true High King of Britain. When Uther Pendragon is killed in battle, the time of destiny is at hand.

God worked a miracle as He revealed to her both His mysteries and His truths. Drawing on her personal conversations with Holy Spirit, Mary has written practical keys to achieve emotional, spiritual, and physical healing.

Throughout the long centuries of human history is the want, and the need, to share information, to exchange ideas and for that knowledge and experience, for curiosity and learning, to be the basis of a civil society. In this volume we offer up a small selection of talents from the literary landscape of American women authors whose time has now come again.

When Prince Baudouin's infant son, Alexander, grows to manhood, he sets out for Camelot to avenge his father's death. Years before, his father was murdered in cold blood by Alexander's jealous uncle, the King of Cornwall. Young Alexander journeys to Camelot seeking justice, but his path is diverted, first to a dark tower where he is bewitched by the sorceress Morgan Le Fay. He then meets a beautiful young woman named Alice, who has also encountered many dangers on her pilgrimages to the Holy Land. As they travel together, their connection grows beyond their separate purposes.

Gilly Ramsey's lonely childhood was brightened only by visits to her godmother until her death, when the grown-up Gilly inherits the family cottage, “Thornyhold.” Set deep in a wild wood, with its magical and peaceful strength and its sovereign defenses against evil, Thornyhold is like something out of a fairy tale. The old house strikes an end to Gilly's bleak future, offering more than just a new home. It presents a chance to start over—despite its reputation for magic, history of witchcraft, and a resident black cat.

In the summer of 1947, Kate Herrick, widowed by the war, returns to Rose Cottage, her childhood home. A tiny, thatched dwelling nestled in an idyllic country setting, Rose Cottage at first appears the picture of tranquility. But Kate soon discovers that someone has broken in, and valuable family papers have disappeared. The village seethes with gossip. How harmless are her elderly neighbors, who are suspected of witchcraft? And what is behind their reports of nighttime prowlers and ghosts in the cottage garden?

King Arthur's reign will finally come to a spellbinding end. This final chapter of the Camelot saga traces Mordred's birth, childhood, and recounts how he came to set in motion the fates and call forth the "wicked day of destiny."

Have you or someone you know been diagnosed with cancer? It is a serious condition that can cause fear and overwhelming emotions. But it can also be used as a teaching tool. Recently, I came across a profound quote on the internet that made me believe that the power of the mind could change the outcome of one's cancer experience: "Accept what is, let go of what was, and have faith in what is to come." The first step in this journey is to have faith in God and trust that He alone has the final say. Jesus encourages everyone, saying, "When you pass through the water, I will be with you, and ...

In the timeless dance between land and sea, the lighthouse stands as a beacon of guidance, guarding against the storm and lighting the way through the darkest nights. This anthology brings together a diverse collection of stories inspired by these steadfast sentinels of the shore. Whether bathed in the glow of a distant light or buffeted by fierce waves, these stories will carry you on a journey across windswept coasts and deep, mysterious seas, where every light offers a new beginning, and every storm hides a deeper truth.

Geillis Ramsey är en ensam flicka. Hela hennes uppväxt präglades av en mystisk kusin till hennes mor, någon som sas ägna sig åt häxeri. Geillis blir äldre, och står nu på tur att ärva huset. Frågan är bara hur hon ska förhålla sig till allt märkligt som fortfarande pågår i trakten. Till råga på allt dyker den ack så charmerande Christopher Dryden upp. Vad han har i kikaren är oklart.

Marriage is an incredible journey filled with both joy and challenges, and each experience brings its own unique stories. In this collection, youll find eleven captivating tales that explore the various hurdles couples face throughout courtship, engagement, their wedding day, and the ups and downs of married life. Join Carolin as she shares these poignant narratives that reflect the reality of loves adventure.

Kate Riordan fears two things as she grows up in the small Appalachian town of Swan River: that she’ll be a frustrated townie forever or that she’ll turn into one of the mysterious and terrifying wild girls, killers who start fires and menace the community. Struggling to better her chances of escaping, Kate attends the posh Swan River Academy and finds herself divided between her hometown - and its dark history - and the realm of privilege and achievement at the Academy. Explosive friendships with Mason, a boy from the wrong side of town, and Willow, a wealthy and popular queen bee from school, are slowly pulling her apart.

Camilla Haven har just brutit en förlovning, och reser iväg själv på semester till Grekland. Där träffar hon Simon, som vänder upp och ner på hennes värld. Men Simon är inte i Grekland för att hitta kärleken, utan för att reda ut omständigheterna kring sin brors mystiska död. Camilla finner sig snart mer inblandad än vad hon hade räknat med... Mary Stewart (1916-2014) var en brittisk romanförfattare som bland annat skrivit om trollkarlen Merlin, samt deckare och romantiska romaner.

En ung englænder ved navn Jack bliver under mystiske omstændigheder fundet hårdt såret i en faldefærdig hytte på Kreta. Øen, der ellers er kendt som et ferieparadis, sætter nu i stedet rammen for et uhyggeligt mysterium, når den unge pige, Nicola Ferris finder Jack og beslutter sig for at hjælpe ham. Snart spirer et romantisk forhold frem imellem de to, men hvor langt er de villige til at gå for at få hinanden - og slippe væk med livet i behold?

Kusinerna Christy och Charles är på semester i Beirut när de kommer till att tänka på att deras faster Harriet också är där. Hon är släktens original, har konverterat till islam och bor i en gammal rövarborg uppe i bergen i Libanon. Hon lever ensam och tillbakadragen med en livläkare och tre tjänare. Kusinerna bestämmer sig för att besöka henne men känner sig inte det minsta välkomna hos fastern. Hon döljer något, men vad? Mary Stewart (1916-2014) var en brittisk romanförfattare som bland annat skrivit om trollkarlen Merlin, samt deckare och romantiska romaner.

Modellen Gianetta Drury har lämnat London för att åka till ön Skye utanför Skottland för att vila upp sig. På hennes hotell är stämningen minst sagt uppskrämd efter att ett mord skett i trakten och en ung flickas kropp hittats. När ett nytt mord inträffar ökar spänningen och skräcken blir påtaglig. Snart pekar alla misstankar mot någon av hotellets gäster. Och bland dem finns Gianettas exmake.