The struggle--for power, wealth, and souls--in the crumbling Soviet Empire Passing through Florian's Gate...having discovered the Amber Room...T. Davis Bunn now takes his readers to the Winter Palace! Jeffrey Sinclair is on top of the world. He is growing in professional success in the antiques trade, in his spiritual quest for a better understanding of God, and in his love for the beautiful Katya. But his world is suddenly shaken when his mentor Alexander falls ill, leaving Jeffrey to take on new responsibilities. What begins as an enjoyable honeymoon visit to Monte Carlo, ends with a mysterious assignment to reclaim a deposed Russian nobleman's winter palace. Thrust into the turbulence of modern-day St. Petersburg, Jeffrey's search constantly links him to the riches of its tsarist history. Here he confronts the dangerous collusion that has emerged between former Communist Party members, KGB agents, and self-styled "Mafia" gangs of criminals and black-marketers. But most striking to him is the material and spiritual hunger which gnaws at the people. Who will meet this incredible need? And is it just the estate Count Markov seeks to recover, or is there something more?

This collection of popular fiction by the author of The Rhineland Inheritance and Promises to Keep includes Florian's Gate, The Amber Room, and Winter Palace.

A family epic blending mystery and romance set in the luxurious trappings of London and the turbulent economies of Eastern Europe.

Novelist, diplomat, statesman, representative of both the First Nations and the Crown in Canada, James Bartleman always writes from his incredible personal experience. Presented here are three extraordinary books, each touching on a different aspect of his life, whether a candid tell-all about the halls of power, or his unique novels in which the names and details have been changed to protect the innocent. Guaranteed to captivate readers of all stripes. Includes: Seasons of Hope Traces James Bartleman's life from an impoverished Native childhood to being appointed ambassador for Canada and lieutenant governor for Ontario, and how as his career advanced, he mobilized public support for Native education. This story traces the whole amazing story. Exceptional Circumstances When Luc Cadotte, diplomat and spy, returns home from Latin America during the FLQ Crisis, he becomes entangled in political machinations and a story of espionage, betrayal, and love gone wrong. Facing an unprecedented wave of domestic terrorism, Cadotte must weigh his ethics against public safety, with lives on the line. The Redemption of Oscar Wolf A saga of mid-20th-century Native life in Canada and abroad, and a novel of resonating ideas and unforgettable characters, whose fascinating, anti-hero protagonist sets out on a quest for redemption after a terrible incident kills his grandfather and a young maid.

Book 3 in the Rendezvous With Destiny series. Stalked by bands of assassins, Jake and Pierre risk the ravages of the Sahara Desert to save a nation from the hand of tyranny.

When a medical diagnosis shatters Kyle's joyful expectations for the future, she finds herself isolated from the emotional and spiritual anchors in her life

Jake is unaware that Russian spies have infiltrated his elite group, jeopardizing his mission and life. As Stalin's stranglehold around the city of Berlin tightens into a crushing blockade, Jake's newlywed wife Sally learns of the danger and rushes to warn him.

Book 2 in the Rendezvous With Destiny series. As WWII ends, French captain Pierre Servais searches for his lost brother but also must seek the help of the woman who betrayed his trust.