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Step into the tumultuous world of the Mid-Eighteenth Century, a time of profound transformation and upheaval. In the quaint village of Hamble, a place where change creeps in slowly, Ironstone Jack, the local blacksmith, stumbles upon an unexpected encounter with a daring highwayman. From this fateful moment, a series of gripping adventures unfolds, each inhabited by a diverse cast of intriguing characters and brimming with unforeseen challenges.What hidden secrets lie within the heart of the woods, where the apothecary's wife ventures alone, seeking mysteries untold? And why does a peculiar rat incessantly haunt the windmill's shadows as if harbouring a cryptic request? As you traverse the pages of this tale, you'll also wonder if the eccentric Cruickshank will, once again, unwittingly send his cottage's roof soaring into the sky."The Adventures of Ironstone Jack", the first instalment in this enchanting series, introduces you to this enthralling world, blending adventure with a hint of mischievous humour. Delve into a realm where curiosity knows no bounds and where the unexpected waits just around the corner, inviting you to join in the excitement.

In the aftermath of the Martian invasion that nearly brought Earth to its knees, a new threat looms in the shadows. The Martians, defeated by Earth's tenacious microorganisms, have been vanquished, but the danger remains. Unseen conspirators from Earth aided the invaders and now plot to send bacterial samples to Mars. Their nefarious aim is to assist the Martians to conquer the microscopic foes and then return to Earth as unstoppable conquerors.Victorian London, scarred by the invasion, struggles to rebuild. However, peril still lurks in the corners of society. Traitors, still seeking to tip the scales in favour of the Martian menace, endanger the lives of all who remain.The only hope for Earth rests with a woman named Victoria Neaves and her enigmatic demon assistant, Romney. Yet, they are missing, having been defeated and buried alive by those who would collaborate with the Martians.Can Victoria & Romney be located, and if found, will they have the strength to defeat the adversaries who once bested them? As the aftermath of war continues to scar the land, the British government deploys zeppelins to every corner of Britain with a mission that is both straightforward and crucial: Victoria Neaves must be found at all costs. The fate of humanity hangs in the balance, and time is running out..."MARS FALLS: A LONG AGE IN THE DEEP DELVED EARTH" is the first book in the "MARS FALLS" trilogy, For Victoria & Romney, the adventure continues...

The Adventure of a Lifetime... Beyond the hills and far away, a bolt of lightning struck a man, transporting him to a land entirely unknown to him. As he looked around, he saw hills, mountains, and dense green forests, with the sound of the sea echoing in the distance. The beauty of this new place beckoned to him, tempting him to venture off the beaten path and explore it further.But fate had other plans for him. An unforeseen mishap led to the destruction of a lighthouse and a trading vessel belonging to a mysterious ruler known only as "The Keel." As punishment for his reckless actions, the shipwrecked crew abducted him and set off on a perilous journey across the unfamiliar terrain of a land called "Felastia."It all began with a red-headed woman who would appear unexpectedly at his workplace, begging for food. Although he could not find her again, she remained on his mind, and he soon realized that others were watching him too. Mysterious spheres of light followed his every move, while dark forces showed an unhealthy interest in him.As he journeyed further into the unknown, he found himself embroiled in a war, with his role in the conflict being the adventure of a lifetime. The journey ahead would be treacherous and challenging, but with every step, he would discover more about this land and the forces that lurked within it.

Enter "The Waiting Room" if you dare! This spine-chilling collection of original ghost and horror stories, woven with mystery and suspense, will have you on the edge of your seat. As you step into the Earl of Ranleigh's exclusive club, you'll quickly realise that membership requires more than just a lavish dinner. You must share a hair-raising tale of the supernatural to prove your worth. But be warned - not everything is as it appears. What lurks in the shadows may haunt you forever. Are you brave enough to face the unknown?

When Master Neep embarked on a piratical correspondence course, he had no idea that the Golden Octopus, the ultimate authority in piracy, viewed him as a mere nuisance to be disposed of. But Neep was determined to realise his dream of becoming a pirate consultant, even if it meant dragging his strange comrades along for the ride.With the Scarlet Daisy, who fancies a tutu as appropriate pirate garb, Mr Bones, as skinny as a rake, Ensephilephtor Boom, a member of the Sons of the Pinched Fuse, and the certifiable Mad Dog Jenkins, they set sail in pursuit of the legendary treasure of Capability Jones and the lost island of El Bongo, a myth most pirates scoff at.Only Daisy and Bones believe the fable is true, but with such an eccentric crew, anything can happen. "Overboard!" is an uproarious, high-octane adventure on the open sea, where to err is human, but to "aar!" is pirate...