Jacobean England is brought vividly to life in The King James Men, for fans of Hilary Mantel, C.J. Sansom and Philippa Gregory. England 1604. King James VI of Scotland has ascended the English throne and the future of the realm is uncertain. Religious differences divide the country, and in a bid to pacify them the king commands a new translation of the bible. Merchant Ben Kemp has already suffered for his faith: three years in prison, and seven more in exile. Now, recently returned to England, he joins a small community of Separatists who have so far escaped persecution. But in an age where non-conformity is a crime, the hunt for dissenters is unrelenting, and the net draws ever closer. Then his old friend, biblical scholar Richard Clarke, is offered a place on the new translation. For Richard it seems like a gift from God, a way back in from the cold where his friendship with Ben has kept him for many years. But Richard soon discovers there is a price to pay for his new-found favour, and that price is betrayal. As the conflict escalates, his loyalties are tested. Caught between love for his friend and faith in his church, Richard is faced with a choice that could cost him his soul. In a rich portrayal of the rivalry and ambitions of Jacobean England, The King James Men is a moving evocation of love, friendship and betrayal. Praise for The King James Men "An addictive read." - Donna's Book Blog “Intelligent historical fiction … with an excellent story.” - Jennifer C. Wilson “The novel brings out some really relevant and important questions about faith, personal integrity and responsibility.” - The Book Geek “fast-paced, an intriguing blend of heart-in-your-throat, bitten nails, warm-fuzzies and air high-fives.” - Pursuing Stacie “Intermingled between the beautiful descriptions is an in-depth understanding of history.” - Readers' Favorite

The King James Men

Literature & Fiction

Grosser, Samantha

British & Irish

Sam Grosser Books

"Un-put-down-able! Dark, complicated and intense. I loved it!” - Coffee &amp; Ink Books In an age where witchcraft is a crime, foretelling the future seems more of a curse than a gift for seamstress Sarah Stone. But in spite of the danger she cannot turn aside from the Spirits’ call. When she sees her own death and her brother Tom’s in a reading for Will Shakespeare, she begs the playwright to abandon his latest work. But Will refuses, aware the play is one of his best. And so rehearsals for Macbeth begin. After her vision, Sarah fears for her life – the Spirits never lie. A strange darkness seems to haunt London’s Bankside, and when Tom sets out to seduce boy player John Upton, the boy sees the hand of witchcraft in his own forbidden desires for men. Then Sarah weaves a spell to win the lead actor’s love, and John, terrified for the safety of his soul, begins to make his accusations. As rehearsals continue, Sarah and Tom must struggle to convince John he is mistaken and that his sins are his own – their lives and the fortune of the play are at stake. But the Spirits have spoken – will the fate that Sarah foresaw come to pass or is their destiny their own to decide? Praise for Shakespeare's Witch “I absolutely fell head-over-heels for this novel, would read it again in a friggin’ heartbeat and want everything she ever writes for the rest of my natural born life.” - Pursuing Stacie “steeped in swirling, eerie darkness, there is romance, magic and sex, plus a touch of dark, grisly history ... one of those unforgettable books which will stay with you long after turning the last page.” - Chicks, Rogues and Scandals “Samantha Grosser expertly explores a plethora of oft-studied Shakespeare topics: incest, duty, power, witchcraft, love, God, etc. The story of the novel itself evokes the bard with echoes of his dialogue and plot motifs.” - Amy's Booket "I am a huge fan of unique reads, so I definitely enjoyed Shakespeare's Witch! Grosser's writing talent is stellar and I stayed engrossed the entire time. Only when I reached the end did I realize I was holding my breath." - Passages to the Past “Be prepared to be at the edge of your seat wondering what might happen next–and even when you think you know for sure, you might not be so certain after all.”- Juliette Sebock

Shakespeare's Witch (Web of Witches)

Genre Fiction

Amid the ruins of the Second World War, an illegal and tentative relationship begins. 
England 1944. As Allied forces battle their way through Europe, German prisoners of war are sent to camps all over England. In a sleepy Somerset village, Clare is still grieving for her husband when the first prisoners arrive. 
As the men start working on the farm, it isn’t long before she finds herself face to face with the enemy who made her a widow. Hating them all, she avoids them as best as she can. But when one of them saves the life of her young niece, she is forced to reconsider. As an unexpected and illicit connection develops between them, her loyalties are stretched to the limits. 
Their secret doesn’t last. Shunned by family and friends for illegal fraternisation with the enemy, Clare risks losing all that she has. Then long-held secrets are brought to light and she must make an impossible choice. 
An enthralling novel of love, loyalty, and second chances. Perfect for fans of Deborah Swift, Kristin Harmel and Julia Kelly.

Out of the Ashes: A Novel of World War II (Echoes of War)

She was in love with an American airman. Decades later, her secret will change another woman’s life.\n1944. Isobel Landon is desperate to do her bit for the war. With just a few months left of school she is eager to join the Women’s Auxiliary Air Force. But when she meets an American airman from the nearby base, all her plans are thrown into jeopardy.\n2014. Emma Moss is a long way from home. After breaking up with her Australian boyfriend, she no longer has any reason to stay. So when she inherits a house in England from a mysterious benefactor, she is eager to discover the truth. Returning to England to delve into the history, she is astonished by what she finds.\nAs Emma slowly uncovers long-held family secrets, she begins to reckon with the losses of her own past. And when the truth comes to light at last, she realises that sometimes goodbye heralds a new beginning.\nTHE LAST GOODBYE is an unforgettable and heart-wrenching dual timeline novella, perfect for fans of Julia Kelly's The Light over London and Kristin Harmel's The House on Rue Amelie.

The Last Goodbye: A World War 2 Novella (Echoes of War)

Touch of a Witch (Darkness Rising)

Slade, S.G.

Kiss of a Witch (Darkness Rising)

When the Light Still Shone (Echoes of War)

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