In the middle part of the Eleventh century, the Byzantine Empire dominated the world. The surviving part of the old Roman Empire, its position as the greatest know civilisation remained undisputed. Within the walls of its great capital city, Constantinople, treachery, debauchery and power politics dominated the lives of the rulling elite, as it had in the glory days of Rome. Thrust inside this heady mix, the Viking adventurer Harald Hardrada struggles to survive. A new emperor, the deranged Michael V, means danger for him as he becomes a pawn in the jostling for power of the various factions. Can he survive, and in so doing, turn his mind to the regaining what is rightfully his - the throne of Norway?

Varangian

Literature & Fiction

Yates, Stuart G.

Genre Fiction

Rebel ePublishers

The mad Emperor Michael V now deposed, blinded and banished, and Zoe restored to Constantinople, Hardrada turns his attentions to his destiny - to Norway and his desire to be its king. General Maniakes has different ideas. His schemes and plots continue, using Hardrada as an instrument of death and betrayal. But others seek the same end - to rule Byzantium. Bishops lie, soldiers fight, assassins stalk the streets, and lovers lament ... and all lose their lives. Hardrada needs his treasure to win his crown, and the Empress Zoe has it. With time pressing, difficult choices face him, with the threat of death never far away.

Varangian - King of the Norse

In the unforgiving West, a lone Pinkerton detective is on the trail of two vicious killers. 
When the daughter of a famous general is kidnapped, Detective Simms is assigned to bring her home. Forged in the Mexican War, this man of steel knows how to survive, and how to kill.
He will need all of his skill and guile to survive this dangerous land, and bring the general's daughter home. And then, it gets personal.
Praise:
★★★★★ - "Unflinching was my first Stuart G. Yates book, but it won't be my last. A great read."
★★★★★ - "The West never felt so wild. I look forward to seeing what happens in the books that follow."
★★★★★ - "One of the best westerns I have read."

Unflinching: A Western

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Detective Simms of the Pinkerton Detective Agency receives orders for another mission.Desperadoes are taking advantage of the fledgling railroads that cut through the endless plains. The Pinkertons are charged with protecting the trains, and the money they hold. But soon, a powerful group sets their eyes on the scarcely guarded valuables.As Simms shadows the train robbers, he begins to realize that someone is shadowing him. It is certain that one of them will end up six feet under... by the bullet.In The Blood is a standalone novel, and can be enjoyed even if you haven't read other books in the series.Praise from readers:"A lot of twists and turns among the many characters. Character development was excellent. Highly recommend this book." - Jim Rogers, Amazon Review"A good old-fashioned Western... Will read more books by Yates." - Amazon Customer

In The Blood (Unflinching)

Three men ride into the town of Glory and by the look of them, they are not coming to enjoy themselves. After a brief meeting with the local law enforcement, the sheriff lies gunned down.
Meanwhile, things are not going too well for Detective Simms. Having found love, only to have it cruelly snatched away from him, his only way of facing the loss is to seek solace from the bottom of a bottle. But soon his skills are called upon again, as he hears of a telegram sent from Glory; a cry for help. 
Promises will be broken.
People will die.
 And in the end, Simms will have to use all his guile and experience to survive.
To Die In Glory is a standalone novel, and can be enjoyed even if you haven't read other books in the series.
Praise from readers:
"If you like westerns, you will love this series." - Jim Rogers, Amazon Review
"Another outstanding Detective Simms story." - Amazon Customer

To Die In Glory (Unflinching)

Sallowed Blood

In the dark corners of a castle deep in the Bavarian Alps, a secret awaits Daniel Stone.  After inheriting the castle from his grandmother, Daniel and his father travel to Bavaria. They soon notice a dark presence in the old stronghold; strange animal-like noises are emanating from the depths beneath the castle, and someone, or something, seems to be be following their every move.  After things spiral out of control, Daniel and his father receive unexpected help from an old relative, who tells them of the dark secrets the castle holds. But even with the three of them, will they be able to discover the centuries-old mystery that lie buried, or will darkness claim them all?

Someone is hell-bent on killing Detective Simms of the Pinkerton Detective Agency.While investigating a clutch of brutal murders, Simms is dragged into a life-and-death struggle with a bunch of desperadoes, numerous Indians, a gunfighter and a double-crossing U.S. Marshall by the name of Dixon. This will not be the easiest time of his life, nor the most peaceful. By the end of it, a lot of people will end up dead. All Simms needs to do is make sure he isn't one of them.A Reckoning is a standalone novel and can be enjoyed even if you haven't read other books in the series.Praise for A Reckoning:"Anyone who enjoys westerns will love this series." - T.D. Reavis, Amazon review"Could not put it down... highly recommended." - Jim Rogers, Amazon review

A Reckoning (Unflinching)

The Tide of Terror

Bounty hunter Gus Ritter is on the trail of his brother's murderer. He is after more than money; he wants retribution. After he arrives to the small town of Archangel, death rapidly follows. Soon, Gus finds himself not only fighting for his own life, but also protecting the local preacher and a young girl. As he makes his way south to confont Dan Hardin - his brother's killer - the inevitable final showdown in the dusty mexican pueblo draws closer. But who will come out alive? NOTE: This is the large print edition of Bloody Reasons, with a larger font / typeface for easier reading.&nbsp; Praise: &#9733;&#9733;&#9733;&#9733;&#9733; - "An Old West shoot'em up, with guns blazing. Vengeance for wrongs, seeking an eye for an eye, ending in high body counts." &#9733;&#9733;&#9733;&#9733;&#9733; - "Another fantastic series by Mr. Yates. Loved it."

Bloody Reasons: Large Print Edition

Independently published

Gus Ritter is on his way south to avenge his brother's murder. Facing gun battles with Comancheros and pursued by more than one posse, Ritter must use all his skill to survive. Death stalks John Wesley Hardin like a wild beast, and an Okinawan's deadly hands have brought him closer to the hangman's noose. As the dust settles, who will be the last man standing? NOTE: This is the large print edition of Pursuers Unto Death, with a larger font / typeface for easier reading.&nbsp;

Pursuers Unto Death: Large Print Edition

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