Behold the cormorant: silent, still, cruciform, and brooding; flashing, soaring, quick as a snake. Evolution has crafted the only creature on Earth that can migrate the length of a continent, dive and hunt deep underwater, perch comfortably on a branch or a wire, walk on land, climb up cliff faces, feed on thousands of different species, and live beside both fresh and salt water in a vast global range of temperatures and altitudes, often in close proximity to man. Long a symbol of gluttony, greed, bad luck, and evil, the cormorant has led a troubled existence in human history, myth, and literature. The birds have been prized as a source of mineral wealth in Peru, hunted to extinction in the Arctic, trained by the Japanese to catch fish, demonized by Milton in Paradise Lost, and reviled, despised, and exterminated by sport and commercial fishermen from Israel to Indianapolis, Toronto to Tierra del Fuego. In The DevilÕs Cormorant, Richard King takes us back in time and around the world to show us the history, nature, ecology, and economy of the worldÕs most misunderstood waterfowl.
'I tried to keep you safe, but I see now that I can't. They won't stop until they have you . . .' When Ivy's search for her mother draws her to a remote Welsh isle, she uncovers a dark secret about her past. An ancient and corrupt power is stalking Ivy, and her only chance of survival is to look deep within herself. For not every story in legend is true, and some evils are not what they seem. An unputdownable novel steeped in Welsh mythology and Arthurian legend, from the bestselling author of THE TWISTED TREE and THE CROOKED MASK
George Manville Fenn's 'Cormorant Crag: A Tale of the Smuggling Days' is a thrilling novel set against the backdrop of the treacherous world of smuggling that was rampant in the 19th century. Fenn's descriptive and vivid storytelling immerses the reader in the dangerous and clandestine activities of the smugglers, creating a suspenseful atmosphere that keeps the reader on the edge of their seat. The book is a captivating blend of adventure, suspense, and historical fiction, making it a must-read for fans of classic literature. Fenn's attention to detail and his ability to create dynamic and realistic characters add depth and authenticity to the narrative, making it a compelling and engaging read. George Manville Fenn, a prolific Victorian-era writer, drew inspiration from his own experiences as a schoolteacher and his passion for storytelling to create 'Cormorant Crag.' His background in education provided him with a unique perspective on crafting narratives that both entertain and educate readers, making his works highly successful and enduring. I highly recommend 'Cormorant Crag: A Tale of the Smuggling Days' to anyone who enjoys historical fiction, adventure, and suspense. Fenn's masterful storytelling and vivid descriptions will transport you to a bygone era filled with danger, intrigue, and excitement.
When Cook County State's Attorney's special investigator Pierce Chandler finds a business card in the possession of a murder suspect, it reopens a chapter of his life closed fifteen years before, but one look at Rachel Dolan and Pierce realizes he can't let the same woman walk out of his life twice. Nor is Rachel willing to allow a past riddled with betrayal rip him out of her arms again. When Rachel's dirty cop brother tangles with men who have no problem killing anyone who gets in their way, the stakes go higher. Pierce must play a game of cat and mouse to bring down the man who shredded his life years ago. He faces only one problem: He needs to do it before Rachel takes steps to bring her brother down once and for all and he loses the only thing worth living for-the woman he loves.