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In the riveting follow-up to The Masada Scroll, delve into a compelling and thought-provoking narrative that remains as relevant today as ever.In Masada, the discovery of a previously unknown gospel sets in motion a powerful chain of events that rocks religious communities across the globe. This sacred scroll, penned by Dismas bar-Dismas, introduces an enigmatic symbol uniting elements of Christianity's Cross, Judaism's Star of David, and Islam's Crescent and Star. Bar-Dismas also espouses the concept of unity among Christians, Jews, and Muslims by outlining the three paths to God. The gospel's existence attracts the attention of Via Dei, a dangerous sect hell-bent on perpetuating religious conflict. Father Michael Flannery, the prophesied Keeper of the Sign, is destined to bring peace to the world through this gospel. Once a translator of the scroll, he narrowly survives an assassination attempt while en route to a historic symposium in New York, where the world's largest religious groups gather. Via Dei is determined to silence Father Flannery and prevent his message from reaching the world. Woven into the fabric of this contemporary suspense are the trials of Tobias Garlande, a scholar living during the First Crusade. Plagued by visions of future calamities, Tobias, too, is a Keeper of the Sign, and his warning to Father Flannery reverberates across centuries: Failure is not an option.Combining international intrigue and suspense with fascinating historical detail, Armor of God explores the ramifications of true faith with a compelling tale of past and present religious turmoil and touching human drama.

DISCOVER THRILLING WESTERN ADVENTURES WITH COWBOY DETECTIVES BIG RED AND OLD RED AMLINGMEYER!In "Black List," the Amlingmeyer brothers ride into the Arizona Territory on a quest to unearth a buried secret, coveted by a ruthless cattle baron. Can Old Red's deductive skills, inspired by Sherlock Holmes, solve the mystery and protect them from the cattleman's hired guns? In "White Death," the Amlingmeyers investigate mysterious deaths at a tuberculosis sanitarium deep in the Colorado mountains. As they search for clues, a sinister figure lurks in the shadows. When a sudden blizzard traps them with the patients, staff, and the killer, the suspense reaches its peak.As a special treat, enjoy the bonus short story "Expense Report: El Paso," where Big Red embarks on his first solo mission to collect a bandit's head. But what if the head has other plans?Looking for the wildest detective tales the West has to offer? You'll find them in Black List, White Death.

In the great tradition of classic novels like The Robe by Lloyd C. Douglas and, more recently, Christ the Lord by Anne Rice and Stone Tables by Orson Scott Card, The Masada Scroll is bold and reverent, with deep and important meaning for today's world.At the core of this timely narrative lies the revelation of a previously undiscovered gospel predating the four New Testament gospels. The ancient scroll introduces a mysterious symbol fusing the Star of David, the Christian Cross, and the Crescent and Star of Islam, symbols that didn't exist during the gospel's writing, adding to the mystery that the Irish priest, Michael Flannery, must unravel.Flannery soon discovers that the symbol embodies the concept of Trevia Dei, or the Three Paths to God. At its heart lies Jesus's message of unity among these paths to reach God. Over the centuries, the true essence of Trevia Dei became distorted, reducing the message of unity to a single path to salvation. However, there are those who seek to obstruct the transmission of this illuminating message of love and light to our troubled world, opting for division rather than unity among God's children.The Masada Scroll unfolds the saga of the new Apostles and their relentless struggle to reintroduce Jesus's simple message into a world longing for joy. It is a tale of the timeless quest for spiritual truth and redemption that will change the way you look at the world...and your own heart.

Ride into a world where Sherlock Holmes meets the Wild West.Saddle up for adventure with the eccentric cowboy detectives, Big Red and Old Red Amlingmeyer, as they embark on a thrilling journey to establish their dream detective agency in the Wild West. In this action-packed collection of five stories, join the brothers as they navigate disastrous homecoming trips, strange newspaper feuds, supernatural kidnappings, deadly Christmas celebrations, and a high-stakes conspiracy threatening to tarnish their budding careers. With their Sherlock Holmes-inspired wit and determination, can they crack the cases and outsmart the culprits? Don't miss out on the suspenseful tales that will keep you hooked from start to finish. Get ready to solve some mysteries with Big Red and Old Red Amlingmeyer in this western detective saga!

Tony must face sticky mud, stickier orgies and the Rapture itself to uncover the Real Deal. In this captivating tale, Eugene, Oregon, known for its vibrant counterculture and unconventional charm, becomes the backdrop for a convergence of competing cults. As the Merry Pranksters revel in their mischievous antics and the spirit of the world hangs in the balance, Tony finds himself in the midst of a psychic soiree hosted by a mysterious mushroom millionaire. Little does Tony know that this enigmatic figure shares a troubling connection with his girlfriend, raising questions and stirring suspicions.With a blend of humor and uncertainty, Tony faces the muddy obstacles of Eugene, where even the Roman cement would blush at the thickness of the mud. Amidst the swirling incense and fervent devotion, Tony must navigate a series of unsettling events that involve brainwashing, kidnapping, and multiple murders. Can he rise above his mid-life crisis, embrace his inner hero, and uncover the truth behind the facade?Immerse yourself in the wild and whimsical world of Eugene, Oregon, as you join Tony and his eclectic gang in a New Age gathering like no other.

Old West drifters Big Red and Old Red Amlingmeyer have starred in several Holmes on the Range novels-rustling up award nominations and fans aplenty while they solved mysteries using the methods of their hero, Sherlock Holmes. But the origins of their interest in the infamous consulting detective, what they were doing before their sleuthing adventures began, and how their early stabs at deduction turned out have remained a mystery-until now. Follow along as they get the itch to turn to detective work after being targeted by a killer, plans go haywire when someone is served a side order of arsenic, deadly predators are faced, and the cowboy brothers' secret pasts are uncovered in seven adventure-filled western stories. For the very first time, everyone's favorite Sherlock Holmes-worshiping cowpokes are venturing into the past and uncovering how their love of deduction began.¿¿¿¿¿¿¿Get ready to be captivated by the mystery, suspense, and cowboy camaraderie. Start your adventure today and be a part of the Amlingmeyer brothers' quest for truth and justice!

In a world where everyone has something to hide, even the most unexpected places hold dark truths.When a daring challenge leads Tony Flaner and his companions to the secluded corners of northern Wyoming, they find themselves disconnected from the digital realm and immersed in a reality they never imagined. Gone are the comforts of technology, replaced by the rugged landscape, no flushing toilets-wait, what?-and a sense of isolation that seems to permeate the very air they breathe. But beneath the serene facade, danger lurks, and secrets take root.Tony uncovers a world of old-fashioned motives and a chilling murder that shatters the tranquility of their retreat. As the layers of deception crumble, Tony must navigate through treacherous terrain, both physical and emotional, where manure piles high and the true nature of humanity is laid bare.Unearth the hidden secrets of a remote wilderness in this gripping Tony Flaner mystery.

In an avalanche of lies, one real slacker stands against the wave of pretenders.After months of chasing shadows, Tony Flaner, the insecure sleuth, is about to have his life turned upside down. In the blink of an eye, four cases land on Tony's plate, igniting a fire within him. But these cases are no ordinary mysteries-they come with a price.But Tony's journey is far from ordinary. As he dives into a realm of international intrigue, fading fame, and ferocious canines, he's confronted by the one case he dreads the most-a domestic situation that threatens to shatter his carefully constructed world.From actors and agents to hippies and obscure obsessions, every step uncovers new layers of deceit and danger. Even a Burmese coup and the most abominable song from Rogers and Hammerstein put Tony's luck, skill, and patience to the ultimate test.Art and artifice intertwine, creating a world of fakes and facades where nothing is as it seems.

SHERLOCK HOLMES MEETS THE OLD WEST IN THIS FAST-PACED MURDER MYSTERY THAT UNEARTHS MORE THAN JUST FOSSILS. The A.A. Western Detective Agency takes on a new case in 1894 Wyoming, a land of bandit gangs and rustlers, when a group of scientists come to town in the hopes of rustling up something very different-dinosaur fossils.With Big Red and Old Red Amlingmeyer on protection duty, Old Red's obsession with Sherlock Holmes is forced to take a back seat. Until a human body is shockingly discovered during an excavation, that is.As the mystery deepens, these cowboy detectives must put their sleuthing skills to the test to catch a killer stalking their client's dig site.With death lurking around every corner, can the Double-A Western Detective Agency catch the killer before it's too late?

SHERLOCK HOLMES MEETS THE OLD WEST IN THIS ACTION-PACKED WESTERN MURDER MYSTERY FULL OF RANGE WARS AND RUSTLERS.Sherlock Holmes-worshiping brothers Big Red and Old Red Amlingmeyer have finally achieved their dream of starting their own sleuthing business-The A.A. Western Detective Agency. But this new venture is not without challenge.Their partner, Colonel Crowe, is almost as cantankerous and secretive as Old Red himself, and his daughter insists on tagging for the agency's first assignment-which lands them smack dab in the middle of a range war where they find themselves in a shootout with rustlers instead of rustling up clues.When violence claims an unexpected victim, the cowboy detectives are called to holster their guns and use their skills to track down the killer.Can the Double-A Western Detective Agency survive its first case while being ambushed at every turn?

SHERLOCK HOLMES MEETS THE OLD WEST IN THIS EXHILARATING MURDER MYSTERY ADVENTURE AT THE WORLD'S COLUMBIAN EXPOSITION. When down-on-their-luck brothers Big Red and Old Red Amlingmeyer attend the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago, they don't expect to be invited to participate in a contest that aims to unveil the truth behind the death of Old Red's hero-Sherlock Holmes. Despite their surprise at being allowed to partake in the competition, both cowboys find themselves in the running for the title of World's Greatest Sleuth alongside renowned detectives from across the world. But events take a turn for the worse when the organizer of the contest is found dead, and they're forced to protect themselves from becoming the mysterious murderer's next victims-all while uncovering a potential conspiracy that could shake the exposition's fabled "White City" to its very foundation.Can Big Red and Old Red use their Holmesian minds to solve the mystery before it's too late?

When debts are paid, secrets become unveiled...Tony Flaner, the ultimate sleuth-turned-slacker, has traded in his life as a detective for a job as a dog sitter. However, he quickly realizes that his new career path may not be as mundane as he hoped, and that the very mischief he wishes to avoid is right around the corner.When the pampered pooch he's watching gets kidnapped and his aunt Vicky is murdered, Tony reluctantly dives into action and heads back to his childhood home of Moah, Utah, where he discovers that he must learn the ways of his once-town's most iconic residents-elves, goblins, motorcycle maniacs, Nordic Indians, and hated rivals included.But traversing the treacherous waters of tourist town politics, wrestling with lingering guilt, and untangling a web of lies in order to unravel both his aunt's murder and the dognapping mystery may be a hopeless endeavor.Can Tony Flaner navigate his hometown, solve a murder, and finally figure out what's thicker than water?

When half measures don't get you the whole truth...Tony Flaner is a part-time comedian and full-time commitment-phobe who has never been able to stick with anything in his life. After his fourteen-year marriage ends in divorce, Tony's life takes a dramatic turn when a drunken party ends in murder.With his life on the line, he must uncover the identity of the mysterious girl who was murdered and how they ended up together in the first place. This undertaking is not just about clearing his name-Tony needs to prove to himself and everyone else that he can finish something for once in his life.But when Tony discovers that his fate is intertwined with that of the mysterious girl he hardly knew-and that their lives are connected like a Chinese finger trap-he unknowingly embarks on a journey full of twists and turns around every corner.Can Tony Flaner finish this one task and clear his name before he gets sent to prison for a murder he didn't commit?

DETECTIVE BEFORE HIS TIME.In this prequel to the first two C Street Mystery books, L.A. Private Investigator Street's assignment is simple-locate an estranged sister for a midwestern man who wants to grant her a share of their late parents' sizable estate.But when Street discovers that the sister changed her name almost twenty years ago and became a famous actress, his strait-laced case becomes more arduous. Even more so after a lethal attempt is made on the movie star's life.Surrounded by an actress with secrets of her own and a man looking more suspicious than at-first glance, Street is stuck in a race against time to solve his investigation before someone gets hurt beyond repair...Usually more Jim Rockford than Dirty Harry, the C Street Mystery series follows a hardboiled investigator who takes his work more seriously than he takes himself.

SHERLOCK HOLMES MEETS THE OLD WEST IN THIS EXCITING DETECTIVE ADVENTURE CHOCK-FULL OF CRIME LORDS AND CUTTHROATS.Sherlock Holmes-obsessed Big Red and Old Red Amlingmeyer are hanging up their spurs and bringing their sleuthing to the dangerous streets of San Francisco. And despite their unfamiliarity with city ways, one thing remains the same-their unmatched talent for getting into trouble.It's not long before the Amlingmeyer brothers face off against Chinatown crime lords and Barbary Coast cutthroats.Thankfully, they have a new-if not duplicitous-friend along for the ride, whose wily charms have the potential to save them when they stumble into the middle of a Tong war and trudge through the criminal underworld to track down the mysterious "Black Dove" in time to unmask a murderer.¿Will Big Red and Old Red be able to save an entire city from disaster before it's too late?

NEW THREATS. SAME DETECTIVE.When L.A. Private Investigator C Street's close friend is brutally injured and nearly killed, he becomes an element in her protection-and she, an ally in his pursuit of a notorious and well-connected felon.Grant Carty, the initiator of the auto racing legend Ronnie Connors' murder years earlier has emerged from his coma and is well on his way to a recovery after being rescued from his desolate Nevada desert hiding place. Singular of purpose, he aims to make up for lost time by arriving in L.A. with ample funding and zero scruples-looking for trouble around every corner.¿On a desolate pursuit that takes numerous forms-from electronic surveillance to street racing-the strength of Street's resolve sees new challenges. Especially as Carty descends into a lethality that exempts no one...

SHERLOCK HOLMES MEETS THE OLD WEST IN THIS GRIPPING ADVENTURE ON A TRAIN RIDE TO DANGER.Two Sherlock Holmes-worshiping cowpokes, Big Red and Old Red Amlingmeyer, are embarking on a new adventure in the Old West. When they take a job as guards for the hated Southern Pacific Railroad, they find themselves heading full-steam towards disaster.They've barely left the station when the train they're on is robbed, and the baggage man loses his head-literally.With a whole host of suspects to sift through-a drunken Pinkerton, a mysterious beauty, a secretive Chinese doctor, and a deadly swamp adder with a taste for cowboys-these wannabe bronco detectives must work hard to solve a three-pipe problem.¿Can Big Red and Old Red make it to the end of the line alive?

When Deputy Sheriff Meredith Ryan's nemesis calls in an old debt, she undertakes a mission to find a missing thirteen-year-old girl-uncovering a dark world of human trafficking along the way.With time running out and the missing girl's life on the line, Meredith enlists the help of a trusted colleague, Deb Lang, to help her navigate the treacherous terrain of the criminal underworld. But as they pursue the truth, they encounter numerous obstacles-including a manipulative mother intent on using her daughter's disappearance for her own gain and a fledgling crime boss who sees Meredith as a threat.Danger lurking at every turn, Meredith and Deb must push themselves to the limit to find the missing girl, uncover a murderer, and bring a dangerous criminal to justice.¿Without Due Caution is a suspense police procedural thriller about a brave, young deputy who identifies and faces her enemies-both within herself and the real world.

SHERLOCK HOLMES MEETS THE OLD WEST IN THIS THRILLING MURDER MYSTERY ON A KILLER RANCH.It's 1893, and wandering cowboy brothers Big Red and Old Red Amlingmeyer are down to their last few pennies. When a job becomes available at a ranch run by a confident and enigmatic foreman, neither brother can say no.Although the work is tiresome and their boss is bad-tempered, they have a welcome distraction-the Sherlock Holmes stories Old Red has come to love so much.But when someone discovers a dead body on the ranch, a menacing game is afoot. Old Red is determined to catch the killer using Holmes' infamous methods, and Big Red is dragged along for the wild ride-whether he likes it or not-while his brother tries to deduce his way to the truth.¿Can Old Red and Big Red solve the mystery with stampedes, rustlers, Holmes-hating aristocrats, and a cannibal named Hungry Bob standing in their way?

After Deputy Sheriff Meredith Ryan is unable to apprehend an intruder leaning over her baby's crib one horrifying night, she launches an investigation to protect her family.When she uncovers her father's hidden involvement in a robbery and homicide years ago, she begins to put the pieces of a long-thought-dead puzzle back together. But vicious criminals are desperate to find the infamous hidden loot, and they are eager to use Meredith and her family as bargaining chips.With just 24 hours before the criminals close in again, Meredith and Nick must find a way to safeguard their family-before it's too late.¿Felony Murder Rule is a police procedural thriller about a brave, young deputy who identifies and faces her enemies-both within herself and the real world.

Detective Meredith Ryan is tagging along with newly promoted Sergeant Nick Reyes on a homicide investigation in the remote Sonoma County hills when they unsuspectingly stumble into an army of white nationalists.Fighting to survive against the militia-and a voracious wildfire-they uncover a plot to release a dangerous pathogen into the local water supply that could devastate local law enforcement agencies.Making their way to safety, Meredith and Nick vow to stop this terrorist plot before it's too late. But as they fight to keep their heads above water and race against the clock to get information, it becomes increasingly clear that they may not make it out alive.¿With Malice Aforethought is a police procedural thriller about a brave, young deputy who identifies and faces her enemies-both within herself and the real world.

When Sonoma County Sheriff's Deputy Nick Reyes answers a call from his estranged wife who's in Mexico and in need of help finding her kidnapped brother, he enlists the help of his partner, Detective Meredith Ryan.Together, they fly out to Mexico where they are plunged into a morass of intrigue and betrayal that threatens their lives and the lives of their family members.Battling nature, the Federales, a crime cartel, and even Nick's wife, they are determined to solve the kidnapping. But can these two detectives subdue their feelings for each other in order to get the job done and preserve a working relationship?Intent to Hold is a police procedural thriller about a brave, young deputy who identifies and faces her enemies-both within herself and the real world.

The shocking end to a hostage situation brings Meredith Ryan, a courageous Sheriff's Deputy, to the attention of a powerful young judge.As the magistrate's obsession grows, he continues exercising his considerable influence, and Meredith is stuck juggling the inner workings of her career-all the while tracking down a violent killer in the Sonoma wine country.¿After losing almost everyone close to her, Meredith realizes that she must take a stand. Even if it costs her. But as Meredith is finally closing in on the Sonoma murderer, she gets snared in a trap that she may not walk out of alive.By Force or Fear is a police procedural thriller about a brave, young deputy who identifies and faces her enemies-both within herself and the real world.

DETECTIVE FICTION AT ITS FINEST. It's 2010, and auto racing legend Ronnie Connors and his wife were brutally murdered over thirteen years ago. The case has yet to be solved, and everyone involved remains unsettled. But when L.A. Private Investigator C Street gets the referral to examine the crime and looks beyond a long-presumed suspect, he uncovers a unique cast of suspects involved in a clever and perplexing web of crime and corruption. Dead bodies-spread over two decades and two states-further complicate and amplify his investigation. Borrowing from the best and giving no quarter to his opponents, will Street be unstoppable in his pursuit of the truth? Amazon add-on:Usually more Jim Rockford than Dirty Harry, the C Street Mystery series follows a hardboiled investigator who takes his work more seriously than he takes himself.

COMPELLING AND DARK, THIS PSYCHOLOGICAL CRIME THRILLER TRAILS A RELENTLESS HITMAN FACING EXTRAORDINARY OBSTACLES. André Warner is a former operative of the British Secret Service turned contract killer with over forty jobs under his belt. So, an approach from Robert Heider-an American racketeer, whose elder brother, Jeff, was assassinated two years previously-seems routine enough. Robert is resolved to avenge his brother's death, but despite exhaustive enquiries, he has been unable to identify the assassin and is willing to pay Warner a million-dollar fee to find and execute the man responsible. This kind of assignment is Warner's meat and drink. He enjoys killing bad guys...and only bad guys. This time, though, there's a fly in the ointment. Flying to Las Vegas to interview Jeff's stunning widow and glean information from her, Warner has seduction on his side. But making inquiries is only the beginning, and in a desperate attempt to find a fall guy for the killing, Warner's moral code of conduct is stretched to the max. As the enormity of each challenge becomes apparent, Warner's mission becomes more complicated by the minute. And when the net around him tightens, he realizes he has two choices-fight and die...or run and die.

A PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER THAT FOLLOWS AN UNCONVENTIONAL HITMAN WHO'S TRAPPED IN THE KILLING ARENA. Racked by guilt over the accidental killing of a young Italian girl, contract killer André Warner has effectively retired himself from his 'profession'. But when a contract in Tangier to assassinate an Arab drug trafficker lures him out of retirement and self-pity, he encounters an attractive American widow, Clair Power, and her precocious sixteen-year-old daughter, Liza. As he embarks on a fling that brings him into conflict with a mysterious Dutchman-who also seems to have eyes for Clair-it appears that his budding romance is destined to fail. Even more so when Clair disappears, and Warner is landed with the role of de facto guardian to Liza. In an attempt to track down his latest love interest, Warner crosses a line that brings him into conflict with the local police and sees him returning to Andorra with a distraught Liza in tow. And when the enigmatic Dutchman pitches up in Andorra and begins to take an interest in Liza, too...Warner is forced to get possessive the only way he knows-retirement be damned.