There is a legend of the New World that has endured for centuries: the strange, tragic tale of a King, a Witch . . . and a blue gem of intoxicating beauty said to grant extraordinary power to whoever possesses it. Archaeologist Juana Sanchez, convinced that she's discovered the key to unlocking the mystery of the fabled Queen Jade, ventures into the Central American jungle alone—just ahead of the relentless pounding fury of Hurricane Mitch. When the terrible storm is over, Juana is gone, and an ancient, long-buried jade mine has been uncovered in the mountains of Guatemala, giving new hope to all obsessed seekers of the legendary stone. But it is a different obsession that plunges Juana's daughter—scholar and bookseller Lola Sanchez—into the remarkable adventure of a lifetime. For only by following the Queen Jade's perilous, cursed trail can Lola hope to find her vanished mother . . . if it isn't already too late.

Jade is a highly intelligent queen of three colours and knows how to take care of the author's family, especially his wife who is insulin dependent. Jade has frequently helped save her from passing out because of hypoglycaemia. Jade is friendly not only to the human beings, but also to many other animals including a few fox cubs. She has many suitors such as Ken, Brian, Ben, Phil and Brad. Unfortunately one by one they are forced to leave her when their owners relocate to other areas. It is even more unfortunate that she has also made enemy with the aggressive Thelma. This is Jade's story ...

Coal's life has gone from bad to worse. First, he discovers he isn't who he thought he was. Then, he finds out that his mother isn't dead. Her name is Jade and she's very-much-alive. And if that's not enough, it's his fault that his foster brother is seriously injured and in the hospital. When he gets back to the fey realm, Coal has one goal: find a way to heal his foster brother. Chalcedony promises to heal Coal's foster brother, but it will come at a price. She needs Coal's help to give her the upper hand in the upcoming fey war. But Jade has other plans for her son; plans that will rock the fey realm and the human world like nothing before. Scroll up to begin the next chapter in this fabulous fantasy adventure!

A queen switches places with her twin for Christmas and finds instant passion with her boss in this forbidden romance by a USA TODAY–bestselling author. Switching places with her twin was supposed to give Queen Jade a couple of weeks’ escape from duty in New York. Now she must handle a professional scandal and her sister’s impossible billionaire boss! Alvaro Byrne knows something about his employee is different—especially the instant heat between them! Discovering her true identity only increases temptation . . . because as Jade’s bound to her throne, Alvaro’s committed to his business empire. Perhaps, just for Christmas, they can explore their unrivaled connection with no paparazzi, no royal protocols—and no promises . . .

Focusing on modern-day fiction set in the Middle Ages or that incorporates medieval elements, this study examines storytelling components and rhetorical tropes in more than 60 works in five languages by more than 40 authors. Medievalist fiction got its "postmodern" start with such authors as Calvino, Fuentes, Carpentier and Eco. Its momentum increased since the 1990s with writers whose work has received less critical attention, like Laura Esquivel, Tariq Ali, Matthew Pearl, Matilde Asensi, Ildefonso Falcones, Andrew Davison, Bernard Cornwell, Donnal Woolfolk Cross, Ariana Franklin, Nicole Griffith, Levi Grossman, Conn Iggulden, Edward Rutherfurd, Javier Sierra, Alan Moore and Brenda Vantrease. The author explores a wide range of "medievalizing" tropes, discusses the negative responses of postmodernism and posits four "hard problems" in medievalist fiction.

The adventure continues! This is the second book in the Mausoleum series. Return with us to the fantasy world of the Mausoleum! This is Mausoleum II: The Return of Elixor. Is it true? Is it even possible? Elixor has returned? But is this a good Elixor or an even more evil Elixor? The story continues where the first book ended. Knox Butler and his grandmother are on their way to Chicago to convince Knox's girlfriend, Jade, and her mom, Maggie Schmidt, to move home. Jade travels into the past and encounters a short and fierce but mysterious hunter. The hunter's prey is Elixor! There is an all-out assault on the Mausoleum and town by legions of demons and evil creatures. The Butler and Schmidt families are outnumbered and running for their lives. So strap yourself in for the wild ride and hold on tight while you read Mausoleum II: The Return of Elixor!

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime! Enter the fantasy world of the Mausoleum and the intrigue found in the passageways within the Labyrinth below. Join Knox Butler as he ventures into the Labyrinth of tunnels to find pieces of an amulet, the only thing that will save his grandmother. Knox, traveling into the past, present, and future is joined by his friend and romantic interest Jade Schmidt. Little does Knox know, this quest is going to get much more complicated and very DANGEROUS! Powerful forces of evil are out to stop him or kill him if necessary. His friend Jade is in mortal danger! They travel together to wondrous places, discover a terrible secret, and a mysterious old woman keeps showing up at the most peculiar times. Who is this stranger? Can Knox rescue Jade and his grandmother from certain death? You will find yourself postulating how the various plot twists will turn out. Can you solve these mysteries? Can Knox stay one step ahead of the terrible evil creatures that are after him? Who can help him in his quest? Is the amazing technology he uses enough to fight evil and keep the ones he loves safe? Join Knox Butler as he unlocks the mysteries of the Mausoleum!