In the late 1990s, a little bay horse with white socks and a blaze was born. Dubbed "Fergus," he has now traveled the world many times over by print, web, and satellite, inspired a line of merchandise, and gained a devoted following in the hundreds-of-thousands on Facebook and other social media. Who is this horse and how can we explain his magnetism? What makes him so special? Fergus the Horse (Equus hilarious) is the creation of Jean Abernethy, and the truth is, he isn't meant to represe...

Persephone's final battle awaits in this last installment of the epic YA romantasy trilogy, The Fractured Kingdom. For fans of Leigh Bardugo's Shadow and Bone series.On the heels of a tragic discovery, Persephone was all but torn from Azriel’s waiting arms. She now finds herself desperately alone, in terrible danger and burdened by responsibilities she would do almost anything to escape.But some responsibilities are inescapable, and Persephone is not the gir...

Chief Inspector Cam Fergus hated the return of autumn. Walking up Church Street from his home overlooking the River Wye towards the police station, Cam pondered why it seemed that autumn always put him in such a foul mood. He thought about the gardens growing barren, the leaves falling from the trees leaving their bare limbs stretching like skeletons into the grey sky, To him, autumn signified in a word…death. When a 999 call, reporting remains found at an archeological dig at Goodrich Cas...

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** "Set in 1836, Fergus’s superior sequel . . . brings the period to life as he expertly melds setting and plot." Starred Publishers Weekly **For Fans of Madeline Miller and Geraldine Brooks, and Historical Mysteries Involving Witchcraft, Second Sight, and Amish, Mennonite, and Pennsylvania Dutch Communities.In this thrilling second in the Gideon Stoltz Mystery series that Booklist

SHORTLISTED FOR THE CWA INTERNATIONAL DAGGER AWARD 2019Hamburg, 1948In a routine operation, Chief Inspector Frank Stave is shot down. He survives, but transfers from the murder commission to the office combatting the black market. There, Stave is confronted with an enigmatic case: Trummerfrau, women helping to clear rubble from Hamburg's bombed streets, discover works of art from the Weimar period - right next to a unidentified corpse.

‘A hugely enjoyable, eccentric account of clerical heroism in the face of evil.’ Observer‘Comedy and tragedy run side by side… Bracing and lively.’ The Times‘An admiring study of priests and ministers who have put their lives on the line.’ BBC History MagazineWho says you can't fight fascism in a cassock?Wherever fascism has taken root, it has met with resistance. F...

★★★ A tropic paradise...ideal for murder. ★★★The Galapagos Islands are a scientist's haven. Home to rare creatures, it was made famous by Charles Darwin and is the ideal spot for study, relaxation...and murder?In September 1929 two settlers arrived on the desolate island of Floreana. They dreamed of escaping it all and were living the dream, until an arrogant Baroness and her lovers arrived.Turning an island paradise into a living hell, the...

Two broken strangers on a ranch; painting a picture of second chance...Struggling artist, Etta Caprice learned the hard way that passion and art don’t always mix. She’s poured herself into putting together a portfolio for a position at a university, and after a relationship gone wrong she can’t find the inspiration.Until a house fire forces her to move to a small cabin on the Sutton ranch where Finn was living. The gruff and gorgeous cowboy just might be th...

"Pepperoni Cookies, Fearful Fergus Learns to Try" is an incredibly inspiring story about Fergus, the most adorable mastiff puppy, who is too afraid to try new things. But, with the help of irresistibly sweet pepperoni cookies, Fergus must learn to overcome his fear and climb the stairs to snuggle with his mom.This children's picture book is an absolute must-read for kids aged 3-7 years old and is perfect for fans of the classic story "The L...

'Something Wicked: 560+ Horror Classics, Macabre Tales & Supernatural Mysteries' presents an unparalleled compilation, intricately weaving the profound themes of human fear, supernatural intrigue, and psychological complexity. This anthology spans a broad spectrum of literary styles, from the gothic allure of 19th-century narratives to the eerie ambiguity of modern psychological horror, showcasing the evolution of the genre within its rich historical tapestry. Standout pieces, imbued with ...

There are significant moments in life that you only really appreciate long after they have passed ... And then there are moments that are so magnificent you understand in an instant that they need to be treasured because the universe is offering you something truly inspiring.Lisa Millar has spent her whole life showing up, getting things done and making things happen. Despite the risks, despite the fear, despite life getting in the way. As a child growing ...