Twelve year old Martha has run away from the children's home in search of a clue to her mysterious past. Desperate to evade capture, she hides aboard a fishing boat and her adventure begins. Martha arrives on Guillemot Island where she is welcomed into a curious new home at Pipistrelle House. As she makes new friends, Martha learns that Guillemot is a very strange place indeed. She settles into a new life, attending the local school, when an emergency unfolds during a residential aboard the school ship. With the help of her newfound friends, Martha must discover the truth about her past, and the fate of her long-lost family - but she soon finds herself plunged into a world of secrets and shadows! Who can she trust - and who is trying to hide the truth? One thing is certain, her life will never be the same again. Danger lurks on every corner and nothing is quite as it seems... This book is suitable for readers aged from 9 years to teens and adults who love mysterious adventure stories.

Discover a captivating tale of love, loss, and redemption set against the stunning backdrop of a Caribbean paradise. A woman's journey to heal from a harrowing ordeal unfolds amidst the tranquility of an idyllic island. Surrounded by the unwavering support of loved ones, she grapples with the echoes of her past while navigating the complexities of her present. As secrets emerge and trust is tested, a suspenseful mystery begins to unravel, forcing her to confront her fears and fight for justice. This emotionally charged novel delves into the depths of human resilience, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and the enduring power of hope. With vivid descriptions of the island's beauty and the complexities of its inhabitants, this story will keep you captivated from the first page to the last. Are you ready to uncover the island's secrets?

This early work by Albert Payson Terhune was originally published in 1929. 'The Secret of Sea-Dream House' is a must read for fans of the author who brought us 'Dollars and Cents', 'The Runaway Bag', and many more. Terhune was a famous American author, dog breeder, and journalist, best known for his adventure novels about collies.

It's the summer of AD 79 and Flavia Gemina and her friends, Jonathan, Nubia and Lupus, set sail for the Bay of Naples where they are going to stay with Flavia's uncle near Pompeii. Once they arrive, they are soon absorbed in a quest to solve a riddle that may lead to treasure. But then tragedy strikes: Mount Vesuvius erupts and the friends must flee for their lives! Not just a mystery - this is an absolutely thrilling action adventure that brings history to life!

From the attic of Driftwood House there are stunning views of the deep green sea and sapphire sky. But Rosie can't tear her eyes away from the faded photograph in her hands, and the words written on the back that will change everything... Back in the tiny seaside village of Heaven's Cove after the death of her mother, all Rosie Merchant wants is to hide her tears, rent out her childhood home, and get back to her 'real' life, away from the gossiping villagers and wild Devon weather she escaped from years ago. She's surprised to find a smiling man in hiking boots - local farmer Liam - waiting on the stone doorstep. His kind offer to help clear crumbling, isolated Driftwood House is hard to refuse, and despite Rosie's determination not to let anyone get close, soon they're walking and laughing together along the clifftops. As clouds scud across the endless sky and green waves crash against the shore, Rosie is reminded that nowhere is more beautiful than home. Then, up in the attic of Driftwood House, Rosie stumbles across a photo which exposes the heart-stopping truth about how her mother came to live at Driftwood House years ago... and Liam only seems concerned about the implications for his own nearby farm. Did he know this painful secret all along, and should she run from Heaven's Cove for good? Or will facing up to her devastating family history mean Rosie can finally put down roots in this beautiful place? Get whisked away to the rugged, sweeping Devon coastline in this gripping story about old secrets, learning how to trust, and finding where home is. Fans of Debbie Macomber, Barbara O'Neal and Mary Alice Monroe will adore this gorgeous and uplifting read. Read what everyone's saying about Liz Eeles: 'This book is AMAZING!... Omgggggggggg!!!!... I genuinely could not, and did not want to put it down at all... I would advise that you switch your phone to silent, grab a ginormous slice of cake and ignore EVERYONE around you while you binge read...' The Writing Garnet ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Love love love this book so much! It's absolutely incredible... anyone who is a fan of a lovely heart-warming book, should definitely read this!' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Acclaimed by Publishers Weekly as "a classic reference, dizzying in its breadth," this volume explores the themes underlying ancient mythology, philosophy, and religion. Hundreds of entries range from esoteric elements of Islamic and Christian history to arcane rituals practiced by Druids, Freemasons, alchemists, and other secret societies. 16 pages of color plates, 100 black-and-white illustrations.

Which is more dangerous: The Isle's ghost... or the ones in her head? Sixteen-year-old Talullah Bridgestone assumed the spirits she freed from the sorceress would go somewhere. She didn’t expect that place to be her own mind. Three months later, and the voices of the Unforgiven have only grown stronger, more insistent. When Talullah receives an invitation to study at a school for Present Sight, she jumps at the chance to banish the Unforgiven. To be a new version of herself. One that can truly live in the present instead of obsessing about the past. But the school by the sea has secrets. An island legend, a cryptic apparition, and a string of disappearances fuel Talullah’s search for her lost sapphire. With it, she can rid her mind of its plague and solve the island’s mystery before anyone else disappears. Without it, she, too, might be forever lost by the sea. A magical quest with time-altering consequences, slow-burn friends-to-more, and a haunting mystery that'll keep you guessing. Download Book #2 in The Sezna Seer Series now!