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A Young Spartan Who Does the Unthinkable - an Editorial Review of "Archippos the Trembler"
Book Blurb:The ancient city of Sparta had no walls. Their hoplite soldiers were supposed to be the only defense they needed. But once in a while, as we know from ancient sources, one of those soldiers turned and ran, becoming a “trembler.” Such a man was a disgrace and faced punishment from the city, even from his own family. Young Archippos, son of one of the Three Hundred who died at Thermopylae, escapes his uncle’s wrath but then has to carve out a new life for himself with the help of a clev
An Incredible Treasure Deep in the Andes Mountains - an Editorial Review of "The Inca Deception"
Book Blurb:Deep in the impenetrable Andes mountains, the largest treasure in human history has remained hidden since the fall of the last Inca.Five hundred years later, Will McLaren is thrust into a deadly race to unearth the treasure before it falls into the hands of a corrupt politician plotting the resurrection of brutal dictatorship.Is the wave of deadly terrorist attacks connected? What does a nuclear bomb, sunken for decades and now hijacked, have to do with the treasure? And who is the my
Discovering the Secrets of the Ancient Rock Art of Baja - an Editorial Review of "Vengence of the Vanished Ones"
Book Blurb:“In Vengeance of the Vanished Ones, don’t miss this trip into Baja where mining interests and the need to preserve sacred rock paintings clash violently. Move over, Indiana Jones!” –Warren C. Easley, author of the Cal Claxton MysteriesDiscovering the meaning of the mysterious, ancient rock art of Baja has obsessed archaeologist Marcos Andersson for decades. While investigating the macabre death of Davis Pearce on site, Marcos suspects it's connected to the rock art, but before he can
New Release and Cover Reveal for "The Finding" - a WWII Novella by Jane Hunt
Congratulations to Jane Hunt for her new WWII Novella "The Finding" Cover design by White Rabbit Arts at The Historical Fiction CompanyNow available in ebook for $.99!!This poignant novella is a tale of forbidden love, resilience, and the human cost of war.In the quiet fields of Wiltshire during World War II, Eveline, a sheltered young woman, stumbles upon a life-altering discovery: a German Luftwaffe pilot, Fritz, has crash-landed near her home. Against the backdrop of war and suspicion, her fa
A Romance in the Midst of the Irish Rebellion - an Editorial Review of "Rebel Mine"
Book Blurb:This enemies-to-lovers romance opens in the winter of 1798, when Ireland is on the verge of rebellion against British rule. Colin Wainwright is a son of Anglo-Irish aristocrats and a former captain in the British Army. He deplores how the native Irish are treated yet feels a grudging loyalty to the crown.Brenna O’Hanlon is a daughter of tenant farmers. As a young girl living on the Wainwright estate, she adored Colin from afar. Until her brothers attempted to kill his father, Squire W
A Tolkien-esque Epic Historical Adventure for Young Adults - an Editorial Review of "Dragons in the Clouds"
Book Blurb:"Daddy, where does lightning come from?"An epic adventure that takes place during a time period when Dragons were alive and freely roamed the land. The people during this time were getting eaten by a vicious species of Dragons. The ruling King finally orders the total annihilation of all living dragons. A powerful wizard, named Merlinius, who is a friend to the king, does not agree with the King's order, for Merlinius knows that all Dragons are not what they seem. So he does what he m
An Alien Invasion During the Cold War - an Editorial Review of "Earthia: Cold War"
Book Blurb:His name is Yono. He is a brilliant alien from Mars who crashed into the Pacific Ocean in 1962 during the height of the Cold War. He is taken to the mysterious Area 51 in Nevada and finds himself in American hands. What do the Americans want from him? And how will it affect history? Find out when you read Earthia Cold War, an alternative history novel that reads and feels like a Hollywood flick from the 1980s and ’90s.Book Buy Link: https://geni.us/EC4pDGAuthor Bio:Hi, my name is Neth
Laying Bare Their Souls and Succumbing to Heart's Desire - an Editorial Review of "Her Viking Saviour"
Book Blurb:The Aesir, the Norse Gods, enjoyed watching over Midgard, the realm of humans, who provided them with curiosities and entertainment. Odin, the All-Father, took a vested interest in his Nordic believers, particularly the three Ulfson siblings. Their lineage paid homage to the Raven, Odin’s winged companions.Torben “Hel-Bringer” Ulfson, Chieftain of his people, occupied a bay side settlement called Klavik at the foot of the mountains in Norway. After many years of raids and battles, he
A Dual Timeline Connecting Dreams and Perilous Secrets - an Editorial Review of "Three Mile Harbor"
Book Blurb:In 1700 New York City, the beautiful Sarah Kidd is an enigmatic figure. The wealthy wife of the notorious pirate Captain William Kidd possesses both riches and extraordinary mystical abilities. With the gift of vivid dreams and the power to summon valuable treasures to her hands, Sarah walks a fine line between fortune and fear, knowing that such gifts could lead to accusations of witchcraft and, if convicted, death.Fast forward to 2026, where her descendant, Roberta Kyd Rousby, a tal
The Discovery of a Astronomical Event by the Magi - an Editorial Review of "New Star"
Book Blurb:Akilah, a highly respected priest-scholar in Magi society, considers all his astronomy discoveries well-deserved stepping-stones to a more fulfilling life. But the appearance of a new star challenges his priorities. As Persia totters on the brink of an undesirable king coming to power, Akilah declines a position that could turn that tide. Instead, he studies a star that doesn’t appear in any almanac or religious writings. Except Jewish.When he and his colleagues uncover a few Jewish p
Three Young African Girls Stolen from their Homeland - an Editorial Review of "Moments in Time"
Book Blurb:Moments in Time – A Lineage Saga is an anthology-style novel spanning over two-hundred years and covers family bonds and dysfunctions, taboo relationships, love, oppression, desire, torment, heartbreak, good, evil, myths, and truth.Enslavement – Three African SistersStolen from the West Coast of Africa, three young girls are taken to a new world. As they learn the ways of a plantation house slave, the bonded sisters become skilled in the language, and the duties required. Unfortunatel
Blog Tour and Book Excerpt for "Courting the Sun"
Book Title: Courting the Sun: A Novel of VersaillesSeries: n/aAuthor: Peggy Joque WilliamsPublication Date: May 9th, 2024Publisher: Black Rose WritingPages: 389Genre: Historical Fiction Any Triggers: Rape Scene, Spousal Abuse Courting the Sun: A Novel of Versaillesby Peggy Joque WilliamsAudiobook narrated by Mallory Fuccella Blurb: “A rich journey through 17th century France in all its aspects—its bucolic countryside, the still-unmatched splendor of the court of Louis XIV, and the strugg
Regret and Loss During the Decline of the British Empire - an Editorial Review of "A Remembrance of Death"
Book Blurb:Set in the final years of a declining British Empire, A Remembrance of Death is a beautifully crafted novel that deals with regret, loss, love, and hope. Spanning forty years, the story examines the relationship between Basil Drewe and Celia Lutyens, and how love like rain cannot choose the grass on which it falls.As he arrives at Oxford in 1917, Basil Drewe is coming to terms with the recent death of his brother Adrian in the Great War. Meanwhile at Ojai in America, Celia Lutyens and
A Woman in Search of Her Father During the Russian Revolution - an Editorial Review of "The Locket" by B. G. Cousins
Book Blurb:A woman in search of her father. A soldier in search of a future. A journey through the maelstrom of the Russian Revolution.Elizabeth Clarke is struggling in a man's world. She must lead the family steel company while her father carries out duties for the US State Department in Russia. When word arrives that he needs assistance moving a mysterious ‘package’ out of Russia, it is up to her to organize the mission.With an assembled team from her brother's former regiment, Elizabeth finds
Blog Tour and Book Excerpt for "On a Sword's Edge"
Book Title: On a Sword’s EdgeSeries: The Swords of ScotlandAuthor: JR TomlinPublication Date: November 16th, 2024Publisher: independently-publishedPages: 159Genre: Historical Fiction / Scottish Historical Fiction Any Triggers: Some fairly bloody fights.On a Sword’s Edgeby J R Tomlin Blurb: Scotland. 1263. The scent of rain mingles with the smoke of campfires as word spreads: the Norse are coming… As tempers rise between King Alexander and the Norse King Haakon, at the center of it all is sixteen
Blog Tour and Book Excerpt for "Traitor's Game"
Book Title: Traitor’s GameSeries: Soldier Spy, Book #1Author: Rosemary HayesPublication Date: 26th September 2024Publisher: Sharpe BooksPages: 134Genre: Historical FictionTraitor’s GameSoldier Spy Book Oneby Rosemary Hayes Blurb: 'Right from page one you know you are in the hands of a talented storyteller... An exciting tale of espionage and adventure in the classic mould.'~ R.N. Morris, author of The Gentle Axe 1808. Captain Will Fraser has just returned from the Front in the Peninsular War. H
Where Human Tragedy Tests the Human Spirit - an Editorial Review of "The Banished"
Book Blurb:Annapolis Royal, 1755. When frontier tensions boil over, the people of Acadie find themselves caught between two warring empires. Hoping to remain neutral, the Acadians are shocked when the English government instead orders them rounded up and exiled, their lands forfeited and their homes burned.Torn from his family, his home destroyed, blacksmith Isaac Doiron is trapped in the infernal hold of a transport ship heading out to sea. Determined to reunite with his wife and son, he hunger
The Key to Unlocking a Lonely Poet's Heart - an Editorial Review of "Sophia's Letter"
Book Blurb:Welcome to Book 1, Sophia's Letter, the highly anticipated debut in Elizabeth Donne's Sweet Regency Historical Romance series.A passionate reader’s unexpected declaration unlocks a lonely poet’s heart.Spinster is such a loathsome word. But — Miss Sophia Grant has to confess — this is what she has become. With the first strands of graying hair and legs weakened by childhood illness, she does not expect to become anyone’s wife now. Besides, Papa would never allow it. Still, she has her
The Price of Keeping a Secret is High - an Editorial Review of "Sweepings of the Street"
Book Blurb:"I believe all who enjoy the historical fiction genre will absolutely devour this book... I cannot wait to see what is next for Amanda Denney." - Reader Views 5-star review Bronze Award, Teens (12-16) category, Reader Views Literary Awards Finalist, Young Author (under 25) category, Next Generation Indie Book AwardsTwelve-year-old Sarah Lee longs to remain in the golden fields under a starry sky forever, but life has other plans for her. After the bleak spring of 1816 yields meager cr
Blog Tour for "Lake of Widows" by Liza Perrat
Book Title: Lake of WidowsSeries: Book 2 of The Women of the Lake trilogy (all standalones). Book 1: Lake of EchoesAuthor: Liza PerratPublication Date: 19/10/2024Publisher: Perrat PublishingPages: 345Genre: Historical Women’s FictionLake of Widowsby Liza Perrat Blurb:Three women. One shared struggle. Can they survive? 1970. When Adrienne Chevalier’s perfect life in a chic quartier of Lyon unravels, she flees to rural Sainte-Marie-du-Lac to escape her controlling husband, Emile.Taking refuge at t
A Relentless Struggle Against Tyranny and Religious Persecution - an Editorial Review of "Rededication, The Hannakuh Story"
Book Blurb:In the ancient Greek world, under King Antiochus IV, Judaism was forbidden. Faced with the desecration of their Temple in Jerusalem and the imposition of Hellenistic rituals by their Seleucid rulers, the Maccabees rose in defiance. Led by Judas Maccabee and his brothers, they embarked on a relentless struggle against tyranny and religious persecution.Join the Maccabees as they fight to reclaim their faith, resisting the Seleucid king and the Hellenizing Temple priests who sought to im
Blog Tour and Book Excerpt for "A Woman Scorned" by Marcia Clayton
Book Title: A Woman ScornedSeries: The Hartford Manor SeriesAuthor: Marcia ClaytonPublication Date:18th October 2024Publisher: Sunhillow PublishingPages: 334Genre: Historical Fiction / Family Saga / Historical RomanceA Woman ScornedBy Marcia ClaytonBlurb: 1886 North Devon, EnglandLady Lilliana Grantley has been seriously ill with typhoid, a disease that recently claimed her husband Edgar’s life and that of his long-time lover, Rosemary Gibbs. Now recovering at last, the lady wastes no tears on
The True Story of Occupied France's Romeo and Juliet - an Editorial Review of "Love & Betrayal in the City of Light"
Book Blurb:1992. Josephine has many regrets. Despite having a family and forging a new life in post-war America, Josephine is haunted by her past while living in German occupied France during World War Two. She harbors a dark family secret that she can no longer keep inside.1941. Jean Janvier is a philosophy student, etching out a meager life with dreams of being an accomplished poet. He surrounds himself with close friends and philosophical discussions at Café de Flore. His closest confidante i
A Heartwarming Story Touching Societal Issues Today - an Editorial Review of "The Butcher's Apprentice"
Book Buy Link: Currently unpublishedAuthor Bio:Wendy A. Warren writes upmarket historical and horror-adjacent fiction set in the Pacific and Inland Northwest. Her short stories and essays have appeared in Bright Flash Literary Review, HerStry, Hare’s Paw Literary Journal, Birdland Journal, and elsewhere. She is presently querying her award-winning, unpublished novel, The Butcher’s Apprentice, and at work on two more novels and several short stories. Wendy supports a variety of organizations. She
Blog Tour for "Madeline's Boy" by Sara Powter
Book Title: Madeline’s BoySeries: Convict Birthstain CollectionAuthor: Sara PowterPublication Date: November 13th 2024Publisher: Pacific Wanderland Publications (through Amazon)Pages: 224Genre: Historical Fiction / Christian Historical Fiction Any Triggers: - There is domestic violence and attempted murder, but subtle.Madeline’s BoyBy Sara Powter Blurb: England 1830s to New South Wales 1840 The race to protect an orphaned BoyAll is not straightforward when money and titles are involved. Or
An Ancient Codex Hides a Secret That Threatens the Empire - an Editorial Review of "Codex"
Book Blurb:AN ANCIENT CODEX HIDES A SECRET THAT THREATENS THE EMPIREHistory meets fantasy in Ancient RomeIn an alternate first century Rome, the clouds of treachery darken…Verendus is an officer in the Praetorian Guard’s elite cohort of spies and assassins. Known as Caesar’s Serpents, its troops are fierce, formidable, and feared. Now they are after him.When Verendus undertook an unauthorised mission to deliver a box to safekeeping, he hadn’t expected to be accused of treason. Prefect Galenius,
The Life and Times of Depression-Era Singer and Comedian Bert Eason - an Editorial Review of "On With the Show"
Book Blurb:On With The Show is the incredible story of Bert Eason, singer, pianist, comedian and master of ceremonies who performed in over 250 concerts with his fellow artists to raise money for the needy during the great depression in Montreal. His efforts continued as night manager of the Army & Navy Veterans’ Club to raise funds for the Canadian war effort during WWII."On With the Show is an entertaining biography of 1930's showman, Bert Eason. Author Rick Pyves takes us back and tells the f
Blog Tour for "The Paris Portrait" by Heidi Eljarbo
Book Title: The Paris PortraitSeries: A Fabiola Bennett MysteryAuthor: Heidi EljarboPublication Date: 12th November 2024Publisher: independently publishedPages: about 200, but it has not been formatted yetGenre: Historical Mystery, Dual-timeline, Historical Fiction,The Paris Portraitby Heidi Eljarbo Blurb: Fabiola stumbles upon a clue that indicates a royal portrait went missing almost two hundred years ago. Is this true, or is there substance to the rumor? Paris, France, 1973.After an enjoyable
A Captivating Story of Forbidden Love During WWII - an Editorial Review of "The Winds of Autumn"
Book Blurb:A captivating story of forbidden love, passion, and betrayal set against the sweeping backdrop of the American West.The War of the Rebellion is over, but the past still haunts Mariah Renwick. Perhaps that’s why she’s so quick to fall under the spell of the dashing Lieutenant Nathan Lawton, a man whose sights are set on revenge, a new life out West, and his claim to the Renwick fortune.With Mariah torn between desire and duty, only fate knows if she will survive her epic westward journ
When Two Worlds Collide - an Editorial Review of "No Boundaries"
Book Blurb:Baby Boomers growing up in the 1960s had many landmines to navigate, grooming them for a whole new set of obstacles in the 70s. Suddenly, in 1971, Fort Wayne, Indiana was under a microscope after the school board elected to bus inner-city students to the suburbs for the first time, turning this midwestern city into a proving ground for desegregation in America.Descendants of slavery, the Jackson family moved from New Orleans to Fort Wayne to escape segregation and seek a better life f
Puppy Paws and Freedom's Cause - an Editorial Review of "Bella's Tales of History"
Book Blurb:“Educate and inform the whole mass of the people... They are the only sure reliance for the preservation of our liberty.” Thomas JeffersonJoin Bella and her playful puppies on an exciting new journey through American history! In this charming tale, Bella comforts her frightened pups during a noisy Fourth of July fireworks display by sharing the story of America's founding. Through Bella's gentle explanations, young readers will learn about the Declaration of Independence, the American
A Sheriff Fights to Keep the Peace in 1970s Oregon - an Editorial Review of "Knife River"
Book Blurb:A sheriff fighting to keep the peace in 1970s Oregon faces a shocking secret from his town’s past, in this crime thriller from the author of Reckoning.There are rules in the West no matter what era you were born in, and it’s up to lawman Ty Dawson to make sure they’re followed in the valley he calls home. The people living on this unforgiving land keep to themselves and are wary of the modern world’s encroachment into their quiet lives.So it’s not without some suspicion that Dawson co
A WWII Family Saga in Allied-Occupied Iran - an Editorial Review of "The Harmless Necessary Cat"
Book Blurb:#1 NEW RELEASE IN 4 GENRES:- MIDDLE EASTERN LITERATURE- GERMAN LITERATURE- HISTORICAL RUSSIAN FICTION- HISTORY OF IRANREADER VIEWS 5-STAR REVIEW:In “The Harmless Necessary Cat: A World War II Family Saga in Allied-Occupied Iran,” Sepehr Haddad explores a broader view of the war period, setting his tale in the far-flung city of Tehran, Iran. A capable historian, Sepehr bases his story on real events and real people that arguably shaped the nation of Iran into what it is today.Not one o
A Young Man Fulfilling His Promise and Purpose in Life - an Editorial Review of "The Bisti Badlands"
Book Blurb:Deprived of the woman he nearly married, and compounded by his past, Jesús falls into a psychological self-flagellation that threatens to drown him. When he comes across a woman in need, his compassion and empathy for her sends him on a mission that could reveal his path in life or see him succumb to his demons. As he accepts the woman’s deathbed wish to find children she had to leave behind, Jesús doesn’t fully realize the scope of the search. The winding trail takes him into the nor
The Progenitors of the Human Race and Their Legacy - an Editorial Review of "The Garden"
Book Blurb:Have you ever thought about Adam and Eve? I mean, really thought about them.Who were they? And what was their story?Everyone on this planet has, at one point or another, heard their names or been given a cursory explanation of who they were. But the truth is, the enigma of this couple remains largely unsolved, with our knowledge limited to the fragments provided by the Bible or other religious texts.Were Adam and Eve mere figments of imagination, or were they a living, breathing coupl
A Norwegian Girl Struggles to Redefine Her Life - an Editorial Review of "Oddny Einarsdottir: The Sword"
Book Blurb:Oddny Einarsdottir, 15, brims with excitement as she sets sail with her dashing foster brother. After a decade of separation, she's about to reunite with her father at his homestead in Iceland. But it is not to be. Just days into the voyage, she's screaming helplessly as the Vikings butcher her foster brother before her eyes and drag her off with the booty.A slave market would have been agony enough. But Oddny has already caught the lecherous eye of her brutal sea king captor.The Swor
Blog Tour and Book Excerpt for "Georgia's Folly"
"Georgia's Folly" by Deborah ChasePublication Date: September 11th, 2024Publisher: Historium PressPages: 319Genre: Historical FictionFor fans of "Antiques Roadshow" and "American Pickers" - this is the one for you!Beginning at a cluttered flea market and ending at a glittering art auction, Georgia’s Folly tells the compelling story that blends past and present and the search for a valuable and elusive antique. Chloe Bishop grew up in foster care. She loves shopping at flea markets, picking up fa
Unraveling a Deeper Confederate Conspiracy - an Editorial Review and Cover Reveal of "The Absolution of Mars"
Book Blurb: Politics? Or close friendship and money? Which was the real author of the Confederate’s conspiracy to decapitate the Union? Follow Jemm Pender, a freedman and agent in the National Detective Police Force, as he traces the movements of a Confederate agent known as J.W. Boyd to uncover the truth behind the assassination of our country’s most beloved president.Book Buy Link: Coming soon from Historium PressAuthor Bio: A student of the American Civil War since visiting Gettysburg more th
Navigating a Treacherous Path Amid Beggars, Cutpurses and Outlaws - an Editorial Review of "Dream of Courage"
Book Blurb:IN THE HEART OF 18TH-CENTURY ENGLAND, ON THE MOORS AND AMIDST THE GRIMY ALLEYS OF LEEDS, THE LIVES OF JOHN AND ROBERT RUSHWORTH UNFOLD IN A GRIPPING SAGA OF AMBITION, DANGER AND REDEMPTION.Leaving the desolate moors behind, the brothers venture to Leeds with dreams of escaping poverty's clutches and carving their names into the annals of history.In a world teeming with beggars, cutpurses and outlaws, the Rushworth brothers navigate treacherous paths, facing fear and uncertainty head o
Fearing for a Child in Nazi Occupied Europe - an Editorial Review of "Concerto - Adrian, Book Two"
Book Blurb:How do you reconcile a decision you made in the past when the world erupts in war, threatening the life of someone you love and believe you were protecting?Adrian Mazurek immigrated to the United States from Krakow, Poland, 14 years ago and is now a successful violin soloist and the concertmaster of the Eleventh Union Symphony Orchestra in New York. But despite his outward success, Adrian is inwardly harboring a shameful secret, one he has not revealed to anyone.However, that is about