A.E.W. Mason – författare

At the Villa RoseThe affair at the Semiramis HotelThe House of the ArrowThe Prisoner in the OpalThey Wouldn''t Be ChessmenThe House in Lordship LaneThe Ginger King.

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Set against the rich backdrop of France, England, South America, and the Mediterranean, A.E.W. Mason''s classic collection transports readers to exotic locales brimming with intrigue. From a chilling encounter in an old French manor to a mysterious splash in the night, Mason deftly weaves tales of romance, horror and suspense guaranteed to quicken the pulse. Vibrant scenery comes alive on the page while precarious drama unfolds. The stories culminate in two gripping scenes from World War I, offering a revealing look at infamous spy Mata Hari on the morning of her execution and a suspenseful maritime mission played out on the waves of the English Channel. Mason''s magical storytelling invites readers into a world filled with drama, secrets and surprises waiting around every corner.

The story is set in British colonial India. A young Indian prince named Azim learns that his elder relative Prince Guhl is secretly plotting against the British troops staying in his palace. To warn the British troops and prevent a massacre, brave Azim tries to send them a coded message by beating on his drum in a certain rhythm. It''s a race against time for the young prince to alert the soldiers before Guhl can carry out his violent plans against them.

A fun, romantic spy story full of action and intrigue and set in an interesting period of history. The book is set in the late 16th century and covers the build-up to the Spanish Armada of 1588.

Betrayal and revenge fuel this thrilling tale of justice. When Julian, heir to a great English house, loses everything to the machinations of a jealous half-sister, he must rebuild his life under an assumed identity. Though his glorious voice opens unexpected doors, danger stalks his every step. In 18th century Venice, jealous rivals conspire to silence him forever. But with the help of an old friend, Julian escapes to finally confront those who stole his birthright. In an epic showdown, justice will be served. Can Julian reclaim his rightful legacy, or will deceit triumph once more?

A priceless sapphire with a troubled past. A captain torn between desire and duty. A temple of secrets and an intricate web of lies.

When Captain Michael Crowther is given a rare sapphire by the wife he abandons, he has no idea of the stone''s power to disrupt and connect lives. Years later, haunted by memories and longing for redemption, Crowther returns to find his family forever changed. In a distant temple, under the watchful gaze of Buddhist monks, the sapphire has found a new purpose. But when it vanishes in the night, stolen by those who are not what they seem, Crowther is drawn into a dangerous quest to recover the jewel. To reclaim what was lost, he must unravel betrayals and secrets before time runs out.

From the exotic world of colonial Burma to the inner sanctums of faith, The Sapphire''s Secret weaves a spellbinding tale of regret, renewal, and the mysterious ways human lives intersect.

Paul Ravenel''s life takes an unexpected turn when long-buried family secrets surface upon his return to England. Determined to restore his family''s honor, he joins the French Foreign Legion, only to risk it all for love in exotic Morocco. Paul must navigate a perilous course between duty and desire, seeking redemption on his own terms. As political tensions ignite into deadly violence, Paul disappears and those closest to him fear the worst. But redemption requires sacrifice.

To reclaim his good name and win back his lost love, Paul must take fate into his own hands on a harrowing journey that will challenge everything he believes in. In this sweeping historical saga, one man''s quest for honor and love leads him on an unforgettable adventure across continents and cultures.