Showing results for "Brand" in Literature & Fiction

Mankind has lorded over the land of Illian for a thousand years, building on the ruins left by the elves, as if it were their birthright. A thousand years is a long time for an immortal race to see the truth of things, a truth that has remained unsaid for a millennium—elves are superior. They are faster, stronger, and connected to the magical realm in a way that man could never grasp. Illian should belong to them.

In Brand of Silence, discover the intriguing tale of Sidney Prale, who returns to a transformed New York after a decade in pursuit of wealth. But the city he once knew has turned hostile—his old friends shun him, familiar places no longer welcome him, and a shadowy conspiracy seems to be looming. Why is he unable to find service in the hotels, restaurants, and theaters he once frequented? Who is plotting against him, and most importantly, why? As he grapples with these unsettling changes, mysterious notes hinting at retribution begin to surface, leaving Sidney to unravel a web of deceit and ...

Leonard Dunning wakes up in a home he doesn't remember—and to a face in the mirror he doesn't recognize. He soon discovers he attends Blue Cherry High with his best friend, Josh Bernstein, who seems to be the most popular boy in school, with several girls competing for his attention. As the girls collide and clash over the oblivious Josh, Leo realizes each of them displays quirks of characters found in an anime harem comedy. So if Josh is the story's protagonist, what does that make Leo?

Featuring a reluctant hero’s extraordinary journey through the cosmos, C. S. Lewis’s classic trilogy contains all the magic, invention, humour and big ideas of his Narnia novels. Thrilling, mystical and evocative, it mixes theology and mythology to tell the epic story of an interplanetary struggle between good and evil. This audio collection includes Alex Jennings’ unabridged readings of Out of the Silent Planet and Perelandra, and a stunning full-cast adaptation of That Hideous Strength.

In a gripping tale of survival and intrigue, Jack Bristol shoots the sheriff and steals his horse, fleeing not into the sunset but deep into the unforgiving mountains. Captured by a mysterious mountain man, Jack spends months in captivity—only to be released under enigmatic circumstances. What secrets lie behind his face that caused a girl to scream in terror? Dive into this captivating 1922 pulp Western, penned by the talented Frederick Schiller Faust, better known as Max Brand, whose literary Westerns continue to resonate with readers today. - Summary by David Wales

Peter Dunstan is a big rancher who wants to become bigger, to control more land. So when he buys Dr. Henry Morgan's ranchland that has been unsuccessfully converted to farming, it is his intention to return it to open range. The only stipulation the doctor makes is that Dunstan must retain Sandy Sweyn, who has more or less been Dr. Morgan's ward. Though the man is of age, he is generally considered a half-wit, even by the doctor. Still, Sandy has a fabulous gift: He can communicate with animals.

The mining certificates granting ownership of the Christabel mine that Edward Dugan inherited from his father had a face value of $250,000, but the mine itself had been declared worthless. Still, Henry Christian, the man that had sold them to Dugan's father, said he'd buy them back for $1,500.
Penniless, Dugan decided to walk the 3,000 miles from his home in Boston to the mine in the Southwest to check out the offer. But along the way he meets a travel companion named Red. Red knows Christian by reputation, and by another name: Bonanza Chris.

Contains books one and two of the Dragontiarna series: Knights and Thieves.

It's never too late for second chances... For the first time in her life, Lydia is taking a great big leap of faith. She's moving to a small town on the West Coast of Ireland to overhaul a large, long-abandoned residence named Chance House with her new husband. Then tragedy strikes, and Lydia is...

Max Brand, the renowned pseudonym of Frederick Schiller Faust (1892-1944), is celebrated for his captivating western fiction. Faust began his literary journey in the early 20th century, selling tales to pulp magazines and crafting stories across various genres under a multitude of pseudonyms. He is perhaps most famous for creating the iconic character Destry, whose adventures in Destry Rides Again have been immortalized on film, notably in the classic 1939 version featuring James Stewart and Marlene Dietrich. Additionally, his character Dr. Kildare gained immense popularity in both film and ...

In Garden of Eden, we follow Ben Connor, a seasoned gambler seeking to escape his tumultuous life in New York. His journey takes him out west, where he stumbles upon a breathtaking breed of grey horses unlike any he’s ever encountered. These majestic creatures are shrouded in mystery, bred in a hidden valley known as the Garden of Eden, a place where outsiders are strictly forbidden. Connor sees a golden opportunity to strike it rich on the racetracks, but the question looms how can he obtain one of these extraordinary horses? This gripping tale, filled with the thrill and tension ...

The final days of hope have come and gone. The kingdoms of Illian stand on the edge of ruin, threatened by the armies of Valanis. As evil spreads across the land, too few are left to hold the line. A world away, the children of fire and flame may be the only hope for the realm, but the dragons have been defeated before. Now Verda's future hangs in the balance.

Millennia in the dark has left these lost and forgotten monsters hungry for war. The people of Illian can do nothing but rely on their peacekeepers, the Dragorn. Are the dragon riders ready for what has been buried under their feet? Gideon Thorn, Master of the Dragorn, can feel the Third Age coming to an ominous end. With Inara Galfrey and her dragon by his side, they must investigate the return of this ancient evil.

There's nothing like a wedding to bring families together. And there's no place like the Sugarloaf Ranch to throw a foot-stomping hoedown - even if it turns into a gun-blazing showdown. Smoke and Sally Jensen are delighted that their son, Louis, is marrying the lovely widow he met during a perilous stagecoach journey through the Donner Pass. The whole family welcomes the bride and her young son with open arms.

Dragons Riders: The last noble warriors in the realm. Only heroes can embolden the ordinary. For centuries, millennia, the Dragon Riders galvanized generation after generation, adding Riders to their ranks and birthing dragons from their eggs. But there are no more heroes. War with the Andarens is like nothing the Riders, nor the armies of Erador, have ever faced. In the place of heroes, there are only soldiers now. Fodder for the machine of war. This time of twilight is set to be the crowning hour of the dark when the light is losing its grip.

Kriminalkommissar Konrad Jung will mit seiner Freundin ein paar ruhige Tage an der Ostsee verbringen. Doch als sie in dem abgelegenen Haus ankommen, stoßen sie auf eine verweste Leiche. Noch ehe Sondermittlerin Lydia Westphal den Tatort erreicht, überschlagen sich die Ereignisse – und ein folgenschweres Unglück nimmt seinen Lauf. Unter dem Druck von allen Seiten gerät Konrad zunehmend ins Straucheln – bald stehen nicht nur seine Karriere und seine Beziehung auf dem Spiel, sondern auch sein Leben.

Meet Whistlin Dan Barry, a captivating figure in Western fiction with extraordinary abilities. He commands a wild stallion named Satan and a fierce wolf dog called Black Bart. While he appears easygoing, Dan becomes mercilessly vengeful when a notorious outlaw, Jim Silent, physically assaults him. Emotionless yet relentless, he embarks on a fierce quest to track down Silent and his gang. Untamed is the thrilling first installment in the Whistlin Dan series. (Introduction by rkilmer) Explore the adventures of Dan Barry in the series The Untamed, The Night Horseman, The Seventh Man, and Dan ...

If youre a fan of thrilling westerns filled with vengeance and righteous retribution, then The Rangeland Avenger by Max Brand is a must-listen. Follow the journey of a soft-spoken yet deadly gunman as he carves a path of revenge across the untamed Wild West in this riveting adventure. (Summary by Richard Kilmer)

In The Seventh Man by Max Brand, we delve into the extraordinary life of Dan Barry, affectionately known as “Whistling Dan.” Accompanied by his fierce companions—Black Bart, the loyal wolf-dog, and Satan, the unyielding black stallion—Dans journey unfolds alongside the lives of Kate Cumberland and their remarkable five-year-old daughter, Joan. Initially portrayed as a gentle and fair-minded man, Dan is thrust into a world of vengeance after six years of tranquility in their mountain cabin, leading him to seek retribution by confronting seven men. However, it is ultimately the bond he ...

Orcs, an ancient fiend thought lost to history, have risen from The Under Realm. Their hunger for total dominance has plunged Illian into war, pushing the survivors to Namdhor, the last refuge of man at the top of the world. For those who stand up to this foe, they do so in darkness. Ash clouds smother the skies, blocking out the sun as the orcs rampage across the land.