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Actor, writer and director Mahesh Dattani is the first playwright in English to be awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award by India’s National Academy of Letters. Included here are all three of his plays featuring Uma Rao – PhD student, daughter-in-law of Bangalore's deputy commissioner of police, and wife of the superintendent. Priyanga Burford (neé Elan), stars as the intrepid sleuth, with full casts including Shiv Grewal, Saeed Jaffrey, Ajay Chhabra, Amerjit Deu and Nitin Chandra Ganatra.

Follow the story of young, apprehensive student, Kristian Wallace as he finds himself thrust back into a world he had previously rejected. After leaving behind the mystery, magic, and mysticism of the “Order of Light”, Kristian is once again on a dangerous mission against supernatural forces. Returning to confront the challenges bestowed upon those who are chosen to blend with a magical entity, known as a Phoenix; Kristian uses the special powers endowed to him, as he soon comprehends the reality that he can no longer hide from his destiny.

The story of the Brontë family is one of incredible romance, immense genius, and haunting sadness. From humble beginnings in Ireland the Rev. Patrick Brontë rose to the very heart of the reforming evangelical movement of the 19th century. In The Brontës: Veins Running Fire, Derick Bingham seeks to trace the influence of Patrick Brontë's unfaltering evangelical faith on the lives and work of all his children. Here is faith in the face of unremitting tragedy, imagination soaring out of pitiful sadness and doubt vying with hope for dominance.

Duncan Macpherson has but one thing in mind. Complete an act of valor in the two days of mortality allotted him by the Muir Witch in order to win the chance to confront Bonny Prince Charles and put his sizeable Macpherson strength behind a long-awaited reckoning. Lainey Saunders is a fourth-generation rancher determined to save her family legacy for the next generation, but she is unaware of the forces working against her. Lainey must face her past choices in order to save her future, but at what cost?

Long ago Dragons ruled the land, but that time is long forgotten by most. What could the missing children of Dirae possibly have to do with the fearsome beasts of old? Clues point to a resurgence of the old Dragon-worshipping cult. Could the Dragon King have returned? And, if so, who can stop him?

Fresh from her photo shoot in Northern England, wildlife photographer Tala Westbrook makes a promised stop at the family manor in Staffordshire, desperately in need of renovation. Though she didn’t plan to stay longer than it took to find a contractor, she is caught up in an ancient paranormal war. Despite the danger all around, she finds herself falling for the handsome, enigmatic man assigned to protect her.

Rory Patterson is a ghost haunted by his past, and he’s in no hurry to leave the moor. Since The 79 are the only real family he’s known, he’s pledged his loyalty to them. But the wee witch has a different plan and gives him two days of mortality in which to complete a quest.

Aramis, the crown prince of Oakvalor, is accused of murdering his father for the throne. To prove his innocence, he must find the real assassin, but there are powerful forces at work around him. His quest reveals the source of the encroaching darkness and will lead him to the gates of Oakvalor's greatest enemy. Listen now to experience epic battles, magic, and the wicked plots of a dark god.

Tavish was the best boyfriend Kelsey ever had, but seven years ago he disappeared. She coped with her heartbreak by finishing her doctorate in Celtic Artwork, and now her career is taking off. Except Tavish keeps showing up at her job sites and butting into her business - all the while wearing that stupid sexy kilt. But she's here to see the ruins, not Tavish. So she'll just have to show him who's boss at this site. Because under these cliffs at Dunskey Castle, it is rumored, lies the true ancient palace of the kings of Alba.

Eldwin’s quest to become a dragon rider seems hopeless, but he won’t let his dream to bond with a dragon die. A sell-sword job with a caravan promises a decent payment, and offers him a chance to continue his quest. The caravan he guards has a secret, and when he uncovers it, he can hardly believe his change of luck. However, despite the turn of events, his life only gets harder and a chance meeting with an enemy brings Eldwin to a moral dilemma.

Kennedy is keeping secrets, and to give you any hints as to the Kennedy story would be to expose the surprise. Suffice it to say, you must listen to this book before moving on to the Gerard book. If you love the series, this one will not disappoint. And if you want to be surprised, know that the reviews are spoilers.

The creature's wrath knows no bounds and spreads across two enemy kingdoms, forcing an unlikely alliance. Calderon and Velkyn, the two young men charged with the safeguard of the sphere that held the dragon captive, must leave everything they've known in a quest to recapture the beast before it takes physical form. Will they be able to stop events beyond their power, or will both kingdoms be destroyed by the dragon's rage?

Eldwin’s decision to bring a soul back from the island proved to be a costly mistake. Innocent people are dying, and the blame falls on his shoulders. Where magic and steel have been the answer before, now they are useless to stop the reign of terror. But there is hope. If Eldwin can find the hidden fortress of the Assembly, he just might get the help he needs. With more questions than answers, Eldwin’s time is running out.

With the impending war between the king and the riders about to ignite, Eldwin and Maren journey to the only other school left—Valgaard. Will the traitorous riders leave their snowy mountain to aid them, or will the Order fall to the king’s sword?

Gujun likes Raleen, and the duke has given him and his new friends a straightforward task. Clean up the Peninsula where the robber barons defy their ruler. His kind of work. Should be fun. Meanwhile, across the Liaho River, two warlords converge on their enemy, Raleen and its hated duke, Cazar Atario. With them is a woman in black. Secretive and deadly, a gifted killer.

When Eldwin and Sion are arrested by one of the king’s riders and escorted across Osnen, they are attacked by dragon slayers. Banished from the Citadel, they must face the threat on their own.

When the king calls on the Order for help, Master Anesko gives the task to Eldwin and Maren. As they search for the riders’ whereabouts, they discover a horrible scene… and a new threat.

Jaelle dons a Roman helmet left among her ex's things and is transferred to the Pictish Celt side of Hadrian's wall - flat on the ground and tripped over by Breth. The naked woad-painted warrior is being chased by Romans who caught him scouting their fort. She earns his trust by grabbing an injured Roman's sword, fighting beside Breth, and saving his life. He takes her to his clan, where she sees druids in their sacred grove imparting magical protection by painting the warriors' nudity with muscle-activated woad pictures.

With an evil creature killing dragons and riders alike, the False King’s reign of terror spills across the border. While the king of Osnen and the Citadel’s riders struggle to stem the assault, Eldwin flies to the Conclave to plead for help from the other schools. Unless the schools unite and arrive in time, the world is doomed.

The Island of Lost Souls gives Eldwin hope that he’ll see his father again, but the island holds many secrets—and hidden dangers. As he draws closer to the end of his quest, the island will push him to his limit … and cost him everything.