Dick Forsyth's parents died in a train crash when he was a young boy. On the same train was the wealthy Silas Wedderburn. Surviving the accident, Wedderburn adopted the unfortunate orphan as his own. Now, eleven years later, Wedderburn is on the brink of death and everyone in the little village of Castlebridge expects Dick to be made heir to the old man's fortune. But a startling revelation and a death-bed plea upset all of Dick's future plans - and force him to turn detective. As a family...

On the night of his wife’s funeral, successful poet Mr Derwent leaves his house and disappears without a trace. Despite the assurances of Inspector Holt, Florence Derwent is convinced that her father has been murdered, and is determined to discover the truth, whatever it takes. Just what has become of Derwent? And could the mysterious woman in black, seen prowling the village at night, hold the key to the affair? When all is revealed, the final solution is more terrible and tragic than any...

"A masterpiece. . . . An unforgettable character . . . who proceeds to take you on a roller-coaster ride through his tawdrily tumultuous life." — Chicago TribuneAt the age of fifty-seven—living a life riddled with ex-wives, one night stands, and daily diet of Jack Daniels—Bad Blake is on his last legs. His ticker, his liver, even his pick-up truck are all giving him trouble. A renowned songwriter and "picker" who hasn't recorded in five years, Bad now trave...

Like No Country for Old Men and Snow Falling on Cedars, a haunting, suspenseful, and dazzlingly written novel of secrets, corruption, tragedy, and vengeance from the author of Crazy Heart—the basis of the 2009 Academy Award-winning film—an electrifying crime drama and psychological thriller in which a young cop becomes the focal point for a community’s grief and rage in the aftermath of a tragic accident.Out on a rural highway on a cold, icy night, Patrol...

Enter bridget is an early 20th century literary work and social romance novel that explores themes of attraction, jealousy, and interpersonal relationships within a closely connected social circle. It is important for its character-driven narrative and depiction of emotional complexity in society life. The story centres on Bridget Rosser, whose arrival in a familiar social group disrupts existing relationships and creates shifting emotional dynamics. Her presence draws admiration and rival...

It was not a dream, this wonderful thing that happened to Mary Brown, although it seemed very much like a dream at first.

"The Bountiful Lady" by Thomas Cobb is a heartwarming tale that revolves around the transformation of a young girl named Mary from a miserable state to a joyful one, all thanks to the influence of a generous and kind-hearted woman known as the Bountiful Lady.The story begins with Mary, who is depicted as unhappy and downtrodden, perhaps due to her circumstances or experiences in life. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she encounters the Bountiful Lady, who takes an interest in h...

In "The Bountiful Lady. Or, How Mary was changed from a very Miserable Little Girl to a very Happy One," Thomas Cobb deftly weaves a narrative that explores themes of transformation and personal growth. The book captures the essence of childhood struggles, presenting a poignant portrait of Mary, a once-miserable girl whose journey towards joy is both captivating and relatable. Cobb employs a lyrical prose style that is rich in imagery and emotional depth, reflecting his sensitivity to the ...

Thomas Cobb's second novel is a "thoughtful Western" (Publishers Weekly) based on the actual events of the Camp Grant massacre. The year is 1871, and a 17-year-old runaway named Ned Thorne has just joined Captain Robert Franklin at the Camp Grant outpost located at the edge of Arizona's Chiricahua mountains. When a nearby farmhouse is raided and a woman kidnapped by renegade Apaches, the men's mettle is severely tested as they confront the brutality of life in the West.

"The Bountiful Lady" by Thomas Cobb is a charming novel that encapsulates the essence of romance and comedy in early 20th-century England. As a work of literary fiction, Cobb's novel transports readers into the world of upper-class society, where manners and social norms reign supreme. Set against the backdrop of a bustling cityscape, "The Bountiful Lady" follows the whimsical adventures of its protagonist as she navigates the complexities of love and relationships. With its witty dialogue...

“Crazy Heart just might be the finest country-western novel ever written, bar none.” —Houston Post“Thomas Cobb’s marvelous first novel doesn’t just play on your heartstrings, it breaks them.” — San Francisco ExaminerThomas Cobb’s riveting novel tells the unforgettable story of a former country music star hoping to take one last shot at a better life.At the age of fifty-seven—living a life ...

This book contends that Hollywood films help illuminate the incongruities of various periods in American diplomacy. From the war film Bataan to the Revisionist Western The Wild Bunch, cinema has long reflected US foreign policy’s divisiveness both directly and allegorically. Beginning with the 1990s presidential drama The American President and concluding with Joker’s allegorical treatment of the Trump era, this book posits that the paradigms for politic...