It is 1958 as a teenager scans the beach of Cabo Mar. But Max is not a casual visitor gazing at the Pacific as he appears to be. He is really a three-hundred-year-old Searcher going mad with frustration. Sir Maximillian, the seventh knight of King Author's Round Table, is on a maddening quest to find Lo-Lo, the lost daughter of his true love, Queen Elaine a journey that has taken him much longer than he ever imagined. For Max, many challenges lie ahead. He must find Lo-Lo and return her to her mother's throne, avenge the brutal murder of her mother, and trace the royal blood line of their Kingdom of Astolot. Meanwhile, twenty-two-year-old Lo-Lo now going by Roz in her mortal life is living in California, without any idea that hundreds of years ago, she was kidnapped and now eerily resembles Elaine, her mother from so long ago. But when Max finally sees Lo-Lo emerging from the ocean, he can hardly believe his eyes. He has found her at last, but Lo-Lo may not be ready to hear everything he has to say. In this magical tale laced with greed and avarice, only time will tell if the force of overwhelming love has the power to bring generations of courageous characters together at last.

Led by Cutter, the elfin Wolfriders have experienced equal parts of triumph and tragedy, loss and gain. Now, in the first original Elfquest story in years, the elves must adapt to a world without the Troll smiths, and appoint an elf to master the art of metallurgy. Two quests and two heroes will change the Wolfriders' way forever. Full color.

Freya searches for a missing Valkyrie in this second book of an exciting series that School Library Journal described as perfect for “those looking for Rick Riordan read-alikes.” Valkyrie: Norse Goddess. Reaper of Souls. Defender of the Weak. But could she also start a war? In the world of Asgard, living among Odin, Thor, and Loki are the Valkyries of legend. Norse goddesses, reapers of souls from human battlefields—they have the power to cause death with just one touch. Freya is a Valkyrie—but she has not followed in the footsteps of the legends before her. She has been to the World of Man to befriend humans—and not to reap their souls. Now she must return to the human realm on a new quest to track down the runaway Valkyrie of legend. There she will discover a dark secret that leads her to the Land of the Frost Giants where she must take on new enemies. But this time she has friends to rely on, and lots more to gain.

Gabriel Grant thinks he’s an ordinary 13-year old Londoner. But one day, something happens that leaves him with extraordinary abilities... Suddenly, there are people who want to use him for his powers. What is Gabriel’s connection with a monastery in the distant Himalayas? Who is the mysterious Searcher, and can he be trusted? Who – or what – is spying on Gabriel? Why have his parents suddenly disappeared? And what does all this have to do with a visiting circus? In an adventure based in the heart of London, and together with his feisty sister Ariel, Gabriel eventually finds the answer to many of his questions. Above all: what it means to be a Morphant. Already attracting 5-star reviews as an e-book, The Morphant is a page-turning coming-of-age adventure set against a backdrop of iconic London landmarks, and exploring a secret underground London world before reaching a thrilling climax inside the Channel Tunnel.

Trapped by the creature Thadnelius J. Gromfort, Cillian McGonegal must find the missing pieces of an ancient artifact to free his friends who have been sent on a journey of their own into the afterworld. Time is running out. Together with his brother Patrick, Mary his assistant and Liam his good friend he must navigate time itself and time can be very unforgiving. Time is also running out for Susanne McKinnon and Nathan McPhee as they travel through the Twelve Gates of Judgement. The weight of his responsibility for their rescue falls squarely on Cillian’s shoulders, but he is bound by the whims of the stone which grows more powerful with each moment. Find the missing pieces or all is lost. Into time’s void, they step. The Twelve Gates: The Road to Redemption is book two of the McGonegal Chronicles. It explores events in ancient history and what the future may hold. Time is not linear. Time is bendable and with many dimensions as Cillian, his assistant Mary, his brother Patrick, and Liam his good friend will quickly discover. The origin of the artifact is a mystery, but its power is immense. Where will it take them and what about their trapped friends? Will they survive the Road to Redemption as they navigate The Twelve Gates? Time will tell. In this book the author uses actual historical events combined with ancient myth and highlighted with science fiction and adventure to weave a story of love, sacrifice, and obligation. The main character, Cillian McGonegal must navigate an impossible situation and failure is not an option. Throughout the story the reader is beset with numerous examples of bravery and cleverness as the characters face their greatest fears and most menacing challenges. It is a wild ride.

Searcher is born into a world gone mad after a chemical almost wipes man off the face of the planet. It is 50 years later and Man needs a savior to stand up to Evil. Searcher is that man, for he has been chosen by Death Stalker, God?s Holy Warrior, to fight evil on Earth.During his search for peace, Searcher must battle evil at all turns. He meets up with Aleena and heads for her family of people. While there, he learns his own family is about to be attacked by an evil war clan. Searcher heads home, with the leader of the Rawlings Family.He battles Beel, the Son of Satan and defeat the evil. Beel manages to get away and decides to kill of the Rawlings Family. Searcher, Aleena and Peter head back for Peter?s Family. During the battle there, Aleena is fatally wounded. After defeating Beel once more, Searcher goes to Aleena?s side. She tells him she loves him before she dies in his arms.Searcher knows he must go on, for the battle is far from over. Somewhere down the road, the Warrior and Beel will meet once more and do battle. This time there will be no escape for the loser!

‘The past unites us, the future divides us’ The Empire of Elovia finds itself on the brink of a deep abyss, in danger of descending into yet another war. The only one who can save Elovia is the Demon girl who possesses the Ignorance stone. But the price will be high, for the Ignorance stone will bring not only peace, but great sorrow. A bitter battle breaks out between the Demons, the Diamondites and the Fairies, all seeking to influence fate in their favour. And thus good friends turn into enemies, heroes turn into murderers, and happy families become adversaries. Yet the strong bonds of the past bind the protagonists together to form an unbreakably bonded entity from which none of them can escape. Driven by the shadows of the past they recognise that they are not as free in their decision-making as they had thought.

Originally published in 1938, this book presents a historical study of the arms used by the British Army and Navy. The text concentrates for the most part on the swords used by different divisions, although sections are included on 'Belts, Slings, Knots', 'Lance, Bayonet and Staff Weapons' and 'Muskets, Rifles, and Carbines'. Numerous illustrative figures are also included, together with a list of works consulted. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in military history and the historical development of weapons.