Gideon Returns - A Damsel in Distress

STANDING IN THE SHADOW OF DEATHBOOK 3 OF 3 IN THE DEMON GORGE TRILOGY - THE FINALEGideon couldn't believe what he was seeing. He was spellbound and awe-stricken.The apparition glided nearer and nearer. The detective could now see clearly that the spirit was carrying in her arms an actual baby child, alive and well, one that was as beautiful as one of the cherubim of heaven with a yellow halo of light encircling its form. It was only the light that illuminated the woman's form.Gideon remained frozen, not moving a limb of his body.The apparition glided over to the dry well. Then, with her back to Gideon, the baby clasped to her chest, and her head bent over the edge of the well, she looked down into the deep, dark shaft below her."Oh, my God," Gideon whispered, "by all that is Holy!" cried the detective. "By the power of the Holy Spirit, be it ghost or flesh and blood, I will not allow her to throw that child into the well!"And with that said, he began running up to the well where the woman or spirit stood, ready to kill another child. Finally, he got there where the radiant form of the woman with the baby in her hands and her eyes fixed on the depths of the well in front of her!Gideon reached her, intending to seize her from behind and whirl her with the child from the brink of the dry well. But ---."

The Horseshoe Bay Country Club was closed for five days due to a snowstorm that was fast approaching the community of Marble Falls.Only one day after Jordan McGuire closed the facility he was returning to his apartment from the home of Ariella Russell, his betrothed wife, and saw smoke coming out of one of the chimneys.Jordan drove his '57 'Vette down the hill after crossing the Colorado River and stopped at the front door of the clubhouse at the end of the eighteenth fairway. There was no reason there should be any smoke coming from the chimney. He went inside to investigate.After hearing a loud noise from upstairs, he backed into the shadows at the base of the stairwell and noticed the sister of his betrothed wife, Megan Russell, rushing down the stairs. Unknown to all, Megan and Jordan were secretly in love with each other.The brightness of the full moon shone through the windows and reflected off the tears of the young woman as she raced out the door. Jordan listened and heard a key turn in the lock. He was frightened by what he saw and wasted no time racing upstairs. It was there where he found Ariella Russell lying dead on a sofa near the fireplace. Numerous pillows covered her body.She appeared to have been poisoned, but purple blotches found on her neck slowly turned black showing that she had been strangled to death.Since the case involved Ariella Russell, a leading socialite of Marble Falls and Jordan McGuire, the President of Horseshoe Bay Country Club, the DA and County Coroner, a would-be detective, got became involved in the case. Soon they found that they were over their heads in "whodunnit." They called in a famed veteran detective from Dallas, Texas, Vince James Gideon.Follow the clues of the missing bottles of Remy Martin Louis XIII from the clubhouse vault. Or, the missing diamond engagement ring... or flour prints on a wide brim hat... or, who was driving the Porsche 917 or the '72 Lemans Convertible from the Russell estate late at night. This first book in the Whodunnit Series will kick start Sidney St. James' mystery and intrigue series.

NEVAEH - THE LOST CITY OF NEMEAOMEGA CHRONICLES - BOOK 2 "If you were to destroy the belief in immortality in mankind, not only love but every living force on which the continuation of all life in the world depends, would dry up at once." - Fyodor DostoevskyMany people believe that being immortal is a bliss, something that is priceless... something that one would do next to anything for. Would it be a bliss to live long enough to see all your loved ones perish? To wander around the world in loneliness, for every friend you ever made have run out of time to spend with you? Personally, I think not! It's not a bliss. If anything, it's a downright curse.This story about the lost city of Nemea is a subgenre of the fantasy or science fiction genres that involves the discovery of an unknown world out of time and place. The second novel in the Omega Chronicles series is also a subgenre of the late Victorian adventure romance. This story has a similar theme to other mythical kingdoms, The Lost City of Altinova in Book 1 and others, such as Atlantis and El Dorado.Lucas Petersen, a professor at the University of Texas, is resting quietly in his apartment on Guadalupe Street near the main campus. There's a knock at his door that surprised him. He is visited by Tommy Hansen, a good friend. With him, he brought a steel box, sat it down at his friend's table, and explained his unusual request, including the fact that he was soon to die. Part of the request was that the contents of the box couldn't be disclosed for twenty years.Later that day, Lucas received a message that his good friend did in fact die the same night, after visiting with him. At that time, he adopted his friend's five-year old son and waited over twenty years to open the steel box.After twenty years, Lucas and his adopted son read of the quest they must follow into the darkest of jungles in Peru, a place more than one thousand miles northeast of Lima.As they journeyed, the men encountered a most terrible storm, a river full of crocodiles, never-ending mosquitos, seven-foot-tall savages, huge Anaconda snakes, cannibals, and last but not least, Queen Nevaeh herself.Just before reaching the end of their quest, the adventurers found a never-ending city, breathtakingly beautiful with old Greek architecture. The patterns of the roadways and the buildings were geometrical to the very last brick. The statues of Gods and Goddesses were perfect. The stone lions appeared ready to spring off their perches at any second. In the center of the Lost City of Nemea was the next to last step for the adventurers before pressing on towards their final destination, the Pillar of Life.

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A PRINCE OF THEIR OWN by Sidney St. JamesA Novella "In "A Prince of Their Own" by Sidney St. James, the winds of intrigue continue to whisper, as the renowned Bridget Flynn, driven by a relentless pursuit of truth, finds herself entangled in a web of theft, secrets, and a daring charade. A world where truths remain shrouded, where evidence is a labyrinth and confessions are as elusive as smoke. As a renowned detective's retirement looms over Denver, the formidable Bridget Flynn steps forth to carry the mantle of the Gideon Detective Agency. But shadows of the past refuse to dissipate, as Vincent Gideon's decision to release a serial killer, Rosenthall, resonates over two decades. A choice that haunted Bridget, an enigma veiled in silence, and she, just a young soul when it all began. In this gripping sequel, Bridget's expertise is summoned to Black Rock Cove, a realm shadowed by thieving enigmas. Within the opulent walls of Riverside Hotel, where opulence and mystery dance in equal measure, a puzzle of thefts defies resolution. Dave Henry, Jonathan Lane, and Stephen Moore, tasked with finding a solution, turn to Bridget to unveil the truth behind the string of robberies. It's a riddle that churns beneath her consciousness, especially coming hot on the heels of a recent mystifying murder case in the quaint fishing village. Three men, their voices woven with desperation, usher Bridget into the heart of this new enigma. A plan, intricate as a spider's silk, is born within her labyrinthine mind. Enter Hans Schedl, embarking on his maiden undercover mission as the enigmatic Prince Karl Haber. A cascade of intrigue unfolds, as he becomes a phantom within the opulent halls of the Regal Hotel. The floor's secret warmth, an intricate dance of snow and fire, a backdrop for the elite's ski escapades. Bridget, assuming the guise of Mary Lynn Simpson, journeys into the heart of this cloak-and-dagger tale. Prince and detective entwine, their fates interwoven like strands of destiny. The Regal Hotel, a tapestry of luxury and shadows, sets the stage for Prince Karl's intricate masquerade. Underneath the surface of luxury lies a simmering tide of suspense. Intrigue paints every corner, and it's in the hushed hallways of Riverside Hotel where a storm of questions awaits.

HALLELUJAH - HE IS NOT HERE; HE HAS RISEN. BOOK 5 in the FAITH CHRONICLES SERIESTHE NEW TESTAMENT"And they found the stone rolled away from the sepulcher. They entered in and found not the body of the Lord Jesus. It came to pass, as they were much perplexed thereabout, behold, two men stood by them in shining garments. As they were afraid and bowed down their faces to the earth, they said unto them, Why do you seek the living among the dead?"- Luke 24: 2-5 (KJV)Jesus Christ is the most well-known name in the world! He is the only man to have walked the earth, and his story told to in hundreds upon hundreds of different ways over the last two thousand years. No matter who you talk to, everyone has heard about him and his many miracles and his deeds. Since little was written about Jesus in his first thirty years, this novel will begin when he was first baptized by John the Baptist, a cousin of Jesus.If we take a close look at the Gospels, a comprehensive picture emerges of Jesus Christ. In these writings, there's no gentle Jesus meek and mild, but more so a person so dynamic and so inspiring that even hardcore fisherman, Roman soldiers, strict tax collectors, and a man with one of the foremost intellects of his day, the apostle Paul, were all standing in line to put their reputations out on the line in order to follow Christ.Our exciting story begins on Jesus' thirtieth birthday.We do know, however, that before this, Jesus was born in Bethlehem. His mother Mary is believed to have had Jesus through immaculate conception. The life story told in this novel begins, primarily, with the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist. It was at this time John announced that Jesus was, in fact, the Son of God.Secondly, Jesus finds his first three followers, better known as his disciples. There were finally twelve disciples who accompanied Jesus until the end of his life on the earth. The ministry of Jesus is characterized by many extraordinary and miraculous actions. At his Sermon on the Mount, he delivered the Beatitudes, which were spiritual teachings of compassion, humility, and love.He fed the hungry. He healed the sick. The more miracles he performed, the more people followed him and listened to his teachings attentively.The life of the Lord is paramount to all Christians in every walk of life. Every Christian should know about the life of Jesus Christ and the ministry of his spiritual leadership.

OMEGA - The Lost City of AltinovaOmega ChroniclesBook OneScience fiction really is the only genre which lets you use your imagination without limitations. When writing the Lost City of Altinova, I found it was like taking the shackles off my imagination allowing me to go anywhere with this genre.A thrill-seeking professor, William Knight, a former recipient of the Nobel Prize in Archeology, from Texas A&M University and two of his graduate assistants, one from Austin, Texas and another from Calgary, Canada, attempt to cross the Atlantic Ocean in a hot air balloon built to support their journey for two weeks.Their mission was to find an island that records from the University Library in College Station, Texas showed the entranceway to a mystical island that would lead to the lost city of Altinova. Would they find the legendary plaque that held the secret to a lost city? Which 'X' marked the spot!? Could the mountain of crystals be in fact a mountain of diamonds? Could there possibly be gold found in them there hills?Come tag along with the adventurers while they find clues to the hidden city. Find out how they learned to tell time by the changing colors of sunlight. Learn what perfect health over five hundred years will do to a human body. Learn the whereabouts of the Land of No Return, the Lake of Fire, Frost Park, and yes, learn what happens to a woman from Cornelia, Georgia when she is turned into half woman and half robot, her punishment for trying to escape the lost city.The Professor and his students knew the trip might encounter bad weather, but what they didn't expect was what actually happened when they were but two days out to sea.From the award-winning author of Faith - Seventy Times Seven and Adversity - Keeping the Faith, comes Book 1 in the Omega Chronicles, Omega - The Lost City of Altinova. Come follow the adventurers' quest to find the sister cities in the Atlantic Ocean.The lost cities of Atlantis and Altinova have captivated mankind throughout all walks of life. While there have been many books written about Atlantis, this is the first put in writing about the sister city, Altinova.The ancient Greek philosopher, Plato, was the first to mention Atlantis. Many people insist the lost city story is based on a real historical disaster. Professor Knight intends to prove such a city exists and find the city of Altinova at the same time. The educator takes on his journey Norman Clark and Dolphus Slaton to discover answers to on another faded-out map found in the archives in the campus library at the University of Texas.In these archives, buried in a wrong section of writings, Professor Knight read, "The founders of Altinova were half god and half human. They created a utopian civilization and became a great naval power. There is a great capital -." The page was torn off and nothing further was found. From this writing, the quest began for the search for The Lost City of Altinova.

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Embark on a thrilling adventure like no other in "Journey to the Center of the Earth," where a team of brave explorers delves deep into our planet's mysterious and treacherous depths. Join Sidney St. James, Barbara Simms, Maria Torres, Alex Rodriguez, and Jack "Hawk" Hawkins as they navigate a subterranean world filled with unimaginable dangers and breathtaking wonders.As the team descends further into the earth's crust, they encounter colossal caverns where giant bats with wingspans the size of small planes swoop down from the shadows, their razor-sharp teeth gleaming in the dim light. The explorers must use all their skills and wits to evade these terrifying creatures while navigating treacherous terrain.But the bats are just the beginning. The deeper they go, the more perilous their journey becomes. Massive rock slides threaten to bury them alive, forcing the team to make split-second decisions and rely on their trust in one another to survive. As they press on, they stumble upon an underground ecosystem teeming with exotic and deadly creatures, including colossal beetles with armor-like exoskeletons and man-eating plants that lure their prey with mesmerizing scents.Yet amid the danger, the team also discovers breathtaking beauty in the form of bioluminescent fungi, crystal-clear underground lakes, and geodes the size of houses. But the true nature of their journey is revealed when they encounter beings of pure light - enigmatic entities that hold the key to unlocking the secrets of the earth's core and the very origins of life itself.As they delve deeper into the mystery, the team must confront the physical challenges of their surroundings and the psychological toll of isolation and the unknown. Tensions rise, and loyalties are tested as they push themselves to the brink of human endurance.Will they uncover the truth hidden at the earth's center, or will they succumb to the perils that await them in the depths? With pulse-pounding action, stunning revelations, and a cast of unforgettable characters, "Journey to the Center of the Earth" is a thrilling adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.

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UNDER COVER QUEENSequel to JADED LOVERBook 3PART TWOThe Whodunnit Series"Seems like you would have found your own self by now, but late at night, those lover's tears come back, faces in your dreams, fingers in your back, voices of the memories for cryin' out loud." --- Jerry Jeff WalkerIn this love quadrangle, genealogy plays a vital role in wealth versus the poor and sex versus love. Mix in a hint of whodunnit in the murder of one of the characters, and you have a two-part series of trying to catch the killer and figure out the hidden skeletons in the closet.Everyone loves a love triangle, especially when it's two triangles that come together at the same time, just as long as they are not part of it. Obviously, it is the other characters' drama that makes us feel better about our own lives. In this moving story of mystery and intrigue, there so much for the reader to find in the conflict and resolutions of the cutthroat dealings of what were thought to be best friends.The settings of this novel take place along the west coast of the United States in Black Rock Cove, Oregon. Three wealthy families, one to the north, one to the south, and one right along the coastline in downtown Black Rock Cove. The year is 1882.Reggie Scott is in love with Julia Esser and was but one day away from marrying the wealthy young woman, heir to the largest estate on the west coast in Oregon. They have both been made for each other since they were very young children.However, Reggie didn't know until one day before his best friend and best man at the wedding dug up a mystery of his past so frightening, he used it against him to try and steal the woman he loved and make her his own.Overnight Reggie left on the midnight train to travel to New Orleans to find out the truth of this mystery. He needed to know and couldn't bear letting anyone in on this mysterious past he possessed.Streaming tears cleansed Julia's red cheeks the day she was left standing at the altar. Her vision was blurred with waves of sadness. The salty tears flowed into her mouth so that she could taste her own sorrow. Why did Reggie not call or show up for the wedding? Where did he go?Julia experienced bitter and unforgiving pain in her heart. Marco Ross and his twin sister, Angie, were out to win the hearts of Julia and the man she loved who never showed at the church.In our story, conflict is a vital ingredient for the story. Few romance mysteries can manage to be interesting without this conflict. Relationships are flat without it. Love triangles are beyond any doubt dull without it. However, in this two-volume set of THE WHODUNNIT SERIES, there's positively a struggle, discomfort, a lot of inner-strife, and maybe a murder or two!