All small towns have secrets. All small towns have ghosts. Blackcross, in America's Pacific Northwest, has more secrets than most... and it is being haunted by something impossible. Something is reaching out from the other side of the night, through the forest and mist of this remote town, to grasp at the hearts of a handful of people... and they may not discover why they're being hunted until it's much too late. Forget what you know about Project Superpowers, as award-winning writer Warren Ellis and artist Colton Worley take readers on a sinister journey away from the brightly-clad heroes of the Golden Age, and into the shadows of Blackcross, a supernatural noir thriller of ordinary people stalked by an otherworldly killer.
Above the mud and misery of the trenches and the endless slugging matches of the First World War another contest was played out with all the military glamor, chivalric values and deadly outcome of a medieval, knightly tournament. This was the battle in the air between the first primitive aircraft and the intrepid aviators who flew them. This image of air war is brought nobly to light in the memoirs of Ernst Udet, the German ace of aces, whose impressive wartime record was second only to the legendary Red Baron. Written in a jaunty, Boys Own style, Udet paints a romantic picture of his experiences and captures what perhaps many young pilots must have felt as they flew off each day to duel with the enemy, the elements and an unreliable technology. Ace of the Black Cross also illustrates the way in which war and defeat left this young generation of tough, spirited, individuals rootless and restless. After the war Udet used his flying skills to give displays to crowds of gawking onlookers, a circus act that left him frustrated and resentful. In 1941, disillusioned and depressed, he shot himself. On the wall before he died he scrawled a message for Goring: Iron man, you have betrayed me.
All small towns have secrets. All small towns have ghosts. Blackcross, in America's Pacific Northwest, has more secrets than most... and it is being haunted by something impossible. Gary Preston has burned himself to death by the lake, but there's no body. Bob Stewart receives chemical burns from a mailbomb, but in the shape of a skull and crossbones. Marietta Chesler practices her trade as a fake psychic medium, but is visited by a masked spirit in red. Something is reaching out from the other side of the night, through the forest and mist of this remote town, to grasp at the hearts of a handful of people... and they may not discover why they're being hunted until it's much too late. Forget what you know about Project Superpowers, as award-winning writer Warren Ellis and artist Colton Worley take readers on a sinister journey away from the brightly-clad heroes of the Golden Age, and into the shadows of Blackcross, a supernatural noir thriller of ordinary people stalked by an otherwordly killer.
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Penn Cage series comes a gripping World War II thriller that “vaporizes almost every cliché about the limits of the genre...[it’s] good enough to read twice”(Kirkus Reviews). It is January 1944—and as Allied troops prepare for D-Day, Nazi scientists develop a toxic nerve gas that will repel and wipe out any invasion force. To salvage the planned assault, two vastly different but equally determined men are sent to infiltrate the secret concentration camp where the poison gas is being perfected on human subjects. Their only objective: destroy all traces of the gas and the men who created it—no matter how many lives may be lost...including their own.
Immerse yourself in a gripping tale of mystery and adventure with "The Black Cross" by Olive M. Briggs. Set against the backdrop of intrigue and suspense, this thrilling novel takes readers on a journey of discovery and danger. As Briggs unravels the secrets surrounding the enigmatic black cross, questions arise: What dark forces lurk in the shadows, waiting to be uncovered? And what mysteries will be revealed as the story unfolds? Experience the heart-pounding excitement of a suspense-filled narrative as Briggs leads readers on a thrilling quest for truth and justice. Each chapter is filled with unexpected twists, edge-of-your-seat suspense, and unforgettable characters that will keep you guessing until the very end. But beyond the suspense lies a deeper truth: "The Black Cross" is more than just a mystery—it's a meditation on the nature of good and evil, and the lengths to which ordinary people will go to confront darkness and protect what they hold dear. Prepare to be captivated by the intrigue and excitement of "The Black Cross." Olive M. Briggs's masterful storytelling will keep you on the edge of your seat, eager to uncover the secrets hidden within the pages of this unforgettable novel. Indulge in the richness of a well-crafted mystery as you unravel the clues and follow the trail of the black cross. Through Briggs's evocative prose and compelling characters, you'll be drawn into a world of suspense and danger, where every twist and turn leads to new revelations. Are you ready to uncover the truth behind "The Black Cross"? Dive into this thrilling novel now and experience the excitement and intrigue that await you on this captivating journey. Don't miss your chance to experience the thrill of "The Black Cross." Order your copy today and embark on an unforgettable adventure through the pages of Olive M. Briggs's gripping mystery. ```
This book frames the Church of England's missionary outreach to Aboriginal people within the reality of frontier violence, government control, segregation, and neglect. As missionary control diminished, Aboriginal people responded more overtly and autonomously. Some regarded "white" Christianity as irrelevant while others adopted it in culturally satisfying ways. Through the Australian Board of Missions (ABM), the Church of England sought to convert Aboriginal people into a Europeanized compliant sub-caste. The separation of children from their families was the first step. The book also shows how the ABM found itself increasingly embroiled in emerging broader social issues and changing government policies, requiring it to rethink its own policies.
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