Military Drama

A fitting but entirely independent sequel to Boots Belts Berets, her celebrated book about life at the National Defence Academy, On the Double follows the continuing adventures of Pessi, Maachh, Porky, Sandy and Zora as they navigate the obstacle course that is the IMA. Their love of fun breathes life into their time together, and their friendship and dare-devilry guarantees sleepless nights for their Company Commander.

On April 30, 1980, six heavily armed gunmen burst into the Iranian embassy on Princes Gate, overlooking Hyde Park in London. There they took 26 hostages, including embassy staff, visitors, and three British citizens. A tense six-day siege ensued as millions gathered around screens across the country to witness the longest news flash in British television history, in which police negotiators and psychiatrists sought a bloodless end to the standoff, while the SAS – hitherto an organisation shrouded in secrecy – laid plans for a daring rescue mission: Operation Nimrod.

Hispanic America, Texas, and the Mexican War examines the history of the southwestern area of the United States. Topics covered include the settlement of the area that became the southwestern portion of the United States, detailing how it evolved from land settled by Native Americans, to Spanish territory, to states that were pawns between the North and South prior to the Civil War.

History is dramatic - and the renowned, award-winning authors Christopher Collier and James Lincoln Collier demonstrate this in a compelling series aimed at young readers. Covering American history from the founding of Jamestown through present day, these volumes explore far beyond the dates and events of a historical chronicle to present a moving illumination of the ideas, opinions, attitudes, and tribulations that led to the birth of this great nation. The United States in the Cold War examines the history of the United States from 1945 to 1989.

The French and Indian War: 1660-1763 covers much more than the few years during which the English and French fought over the division of the North American continent in one of the most neglected periods of American history. In this volume in the Drama of American History series, authors Christopher Collier and James Lincoln Collier trace how England’s other rivals for control of America were eliminated over this period until the only source of conflict left would be between the British and their own colonists.

COLLEGE INSTALOVE LIKE YOU'VE NEVER SEEN, ANNABELLE WINTERS STYLE. President of the party fraternity. Leader and role model to younger men. But some activist first-year named Petal wants to bring me crashing down to earth. Normally I wouldn't be worried, but when I see her I know this is gonna be a problem. Because I'm not just crashing . . . I'm falling . . . Falling hard. All the way down the rabbit hole. All the way to my forever. Drama and madness with a touch of angst. Sweetness and a hint of darkness. No cheating. No cliffhangers. And a guaranteed happy ending. This is campus-love, ...

Lynn Spencer takes listeners right to the front lines as the realization hits that multiple hijackings are underway - and then that the country is under attack. She follows the story all the way through the end of the day, when the fog of war had finally lifted and the country could assess exactly what had happened.

The Jeffersonian Republicans examines various events between 1800 and 1823 that helped to shape the United States. The Louisiana Purchase, the War of 1812, and important Supreme Court decisions are among the discussed events.

History is dramatic - and the renowned, award-winning authors Christopher Collier and James Lincoln Collier demonstrate this in a compelling series aimed at young readers. Covering American history from the founding of Jamestown through present day, these volumes explore far beyond the dates and events of a historical chronicle to present a moving illumination of the ideas, opinions, attitudes, and tribulations that led to the birth of this great nation. The United States in World War II provides background on American sentiments prior to U.S. involvement in the war.

The Civil War: 1860 - 1865 examines the people and events involved in the bloody war that pitted the Northern states against those that seceded to form the Confederacy.

Echoes of Valor A gripping historical military thriller inspired by true events. In the final months of World War II, the fate of the Italian campaign rests on an impossible mission: the daring assault on Riva Ridge. Captain James Tanner and the elite soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division face an unforgiving climb through icy terrain, brutal German defenses, and their own inner demons. Every decision Tanner makes carries the weight of his men’s lives—and the future of the war effort. With courage forged in the crucible of battle, Tanner’s team must overcome overwhelming odds to seize...

With the coming of the Olympic Games to Berlin, a false air of civility has taken over as the government extends a welcome to the world. But below the surface, the police state remains, and hundreds of so-called “undesirables” are rounded up and held in a newly constructed concentration camp in the city. In desperation, one of the prisoners reaches out to the Ritter family, and Maureen and her band of subversives will undertake a mission of mercy that could see them all end up as victims of the dreaded Gestapo.

Dark and hazy nights were both their sword and shield... Liz Danger surrounded her. Escape seemed impossible. Hope came from the last place she expected. She knew his name...everyone did. But she knew nothing about the man he really was. Or if he had any chance at saving her. Sam The plan was a good one. If it worked. He had the perfect cover story. He’d be the one asking all the questions. Looking for answers was the story of his life and everyone knew it...expected it. This time though...the stories could turn out differently than expected. Sam and Liz knew the trip wouldn’t be easy ...

A historical fiction novel set in ancient Iran during the reign of Cyrus the Great and his successor Darius. The Persian Throne unfolds against a backdrop of vast Asian plains, starting with the anticipation of a battle between Cyrus the Great's Iranian forces and the mounted warriors of the Turanians. The book opens with detailed descriptions of the battlefield and the military formations, setting a tense atmosphere. Cyrus, leading his diverse army comprising Assyrians, Babylonians, Greeks, and other contingents, is prepared to outmaneuver the more numerous enemy with strategic placement ...

Without question, the most famous battle of the American Civil War took place outside of the small town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, which happened to be a transportation hub, serving as the center of a wheel with several roads leading out to other Pennsylvanian towns. From July 1-3, Robert E. Lee's Confederate Army of Northern Virginia tried everything in its power to decisively defeat George Meade's Union Army of the Potomac, unleashing ferocious assaults that inflicted nearly 50,000 casualties in all.

Three stolen princesses, a missing criminal king, and a princess who can’t help falling in love… Princess Kaylee doesn’t want to stay inside. Her parents, King Caleb and Queen Katherine insist she stay tucked away inside the castle in their kingdom of Arteria until the mystery of the kidnapped princesses is solved. When Kaylee defies their orders and ventures outside with a group of friends, it’s her cousin, Princess Jenna, who is taken. Now, Kaylee is in a race against time to find her cousin before something awful happens to her. If she can keep from getting killed herself. ...