From #BookTok phenomenon and New York Times bestselling author of the YA fantasy novel, Lightlark, the second book in this fast-paced middle grade series steeped in Colombian mythology and full of adventure, perfect for fans of Aru Shah and the End of Time and Percy Jackson. In this tale Tor, Engle, and Melda must stop a band of cursed pirates from taking over their home. Tor is adjusting to life with the Night Witch's powers, with his best friends Engle and Melda by his side. But when a mysterious girl named Vesper washes ashore claiming a band of cursed pirates is on their way to Emblem Island, life changes fast. Vesper is from an underwater city that was destroyed by the terrible Calavera pirates and she warns Tor that his village is next. To stop the pirates, Tor, Engle, and Melda join Vesper on the hunt for the famed Pirate's Pearl, an ancient relic that would give them complete control of the high seas. But the journey is perilous, filled with legendary sea creatures that are determined to see them fail. To save his village and everyone he loves, Tor must accept his new abilities—and use them—in the race to find the pearl. You'll love Curse of the Forgotten City if you're looking for: Summer reading for tweens and teens ages 11-14 Multicultural books for children (especially Latinx books) Stories based on fascinating mythology Your next favorite fantasy series for girls ages 9-12 Praise for Curse of the Night Witch: A Seventeen.com Most Anticipated Book of Summer! A Zibby Owens Summer Reading Pick on Good Morning America! "Debut author Aster takes inspiration from Colombian folklore to craft a rousing series opener that's both fast-paced and thrilling. As her protagonists face off against a host of horrors, they learn the value of friendship and explore the possibility of changing one's fate in a world where destiny is predetermined."—Publishers Weekly, STARRED review "Worthy of every magical ounce."—Kirkus Reviews, STARRED review

In a kingdom ruled by a powerful and malevolent witch, the people have long suffered under her dark reign. But when a young wounded healer sets out on a journey to rid the kingdom of its curse, she begins a quest that will test her courage and determination to their limits. Joined by a band of allies, the wounded healer must confront powerful enemies, overcome treacherous obstacles, and make difficult sacrifices along the way. Together, they travel through enchanted forests, ancient temples, and treacherous mountains, seeking out powerful artifacts and ancient knowledge that could help them harness the power of the elements and defeat the witch. As they journey towards their ultimate goal, they discover that the path to victory is filled with challenges and unexpected dangers. Betrayals and confrontations with the dark lord himself test their resolve, but they remain steadfast in their quest to save the kingdom. In the end, the wounded healer and her allies face their greatest challenge yet - a final battle against the witch herself. They fight fiercely and valiantly, knowing that the fate of the kingdom rests on their shoulders. The triumph of good over evil brings about a new era of peace and prosperity for the kingdom, and the wounded healer and her allies are hailed as heroes. But their legacy goes beyond their victory, inspiring hope and courage in those who follow in their footsteps. This epic tale of fantasy and adventure will take readers on a journey they'll never forget, filled with action, magic, and unforgettable characters.

In the ancient city of Varanasi, where the sacred Ganges River flows with the currents of time, an age-old curse casts a shadow over the land. "The Immortal's Curse" weaves a tale of mystery, mythology, and redemption set against the backdrop of one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. When Rajan Kapoor, a young scholar with a thirst for knowledge, stumbles upon a cryptic symbol etched into the walls of an ancient temple, he unwittingly unlocks a doorway to a world of ancient secrets and forbidden knowledge. Joined by Inspector Anjaneya Kumar, a determined investigator with a keen eye for detail, and Vikram Kumar, a loyal friend with a thirst for adventure, Rajan embarks on a journey that will test his courage, challenge his beliefs, and unravel the mysteries of his own destiny. "The Immortal's Curse" is a journey into the heart of darkness, a testament to the enduring power of hope, and a tribute to the timeless spirit of Varanasi—a city where the past meets the present, and the echoes of eternity linger in the air. Join Rajan, Anjaneya, and Vikram as they embark on an adventure that will take them to the very brink of existence and beyond—a journey where the threads of fate are woven and the immortal's curse is both a burden and a blessing.

This first comprehensive account of the Illinois village of Kaskaskia covers more than two hundred years in the vast and compelling history of the state. David MacDonald and Raine Waters explore Illinois’s first capital in great detail, from its foundation in 1703 to its destruction by the Mississippi River in the latter part of the nineteenth century, as well as everything in between: successes, setbacks, and the lives of the people who inhabited the space. At the outset the Kaskaskia tribe, along with Jesuit missionaries and French traders, settled near the confluence of the Kaskaskia and Mississippi rivers, about sixty miles south of modern-day St. Louis. The town quickly became the largest French town and most prosperous settlement in the Illinois Country. After French control ended, Kaskaskia suffered under corrupt British and then inept American rule. In the 1790s the town revived and became the territorial capital, and in 1818 it became the first state capital. Along the way Kaskaskia was beset by disasters: crop failures, earthquakes, tornadoes, floods, epidemics, and the loss of the capital-city title to Vandalia. Likewise, human activity and industry eroded the river’s banks, causing the river to change course and eventually wash away the settlement. All that remains of the state’s first capital today is a village several miles from the original site. MacDonald and Waters focus on the town’s growth, struggles, prosperity, decline, and obliteration, providing an overview of its domestic architecture to reveal how its residents lived. Debunking the notion of a folklore tradition about a curse on the town, the authors instead trace those stories to late nineteenth-century journalistic inventions. The result is a vibrant, heavily illustrated, and highly readable history of Kaskaskia that sheds light on the entire early history of Illinois.

Six epic stories from the lands of Whitehawk: THE NOMADS OF SARDU: a monk dares travel across forbidden lands to obtain a forbidden book...but will he dare to read it? 2) THE DEMON PROOF: a retired philosopher receives an unexpected guest, one who is being hunted by the mind of darkness...3) DIALOGUE WITH A STRANGER: two would-be-hell-raiders get themselves involved in a secret society that is far deeper than they can fathom...4) THE TOWER WYRDD: a company of soldiers is led by a mad dwarf into the underworld with the promise of sacking Nystol, the wizardic academy of many towers...5) THE LAST DAYS OF THE MAGI: a condemned prisoner recounts how the most powerful academy of magic was compromised and finally betrayed by insane ideologies. 6) THE FALL OF NYSTOL: an eyewitness account of the barbarian sack of Nystol...

Cortes_Reviews_raw Play Video Buy Amazon Buy B&N Reviews See the Critic's Praise Listed on 25 Best of 2021 Fact vs Fiction In 1672, Henry Morgan took 36 ships and 2,000 men to sack Panama City for a $1 billion plunder and 600 slaves. Afterward, Morgan cheated his men, disappearing with nearly the entire treasure, and 200 slaves on three ships never to be seen again. Morgan alone survived as a haunted man who hid away in drunken debauchery, and burned his log books to keep the world from learning the terrifying truth. True story. ​ Three hundred years later, Sophia Martinez discovers odd relics hidden within a 200-year Roatan Island family home that reopens a legacy of disappearance, dementia and death. At the center of the mystery is a bloody log book written by an insane Inquisition executioner named Cortés. With a Mayan prophecy psychopath in pursuit, Sophia will need the help of lost relatives to uncover a sacred pilgrimage to the origins of the Mayan creation myth. Time is running out to decode the macabre enigma and escape the deadly necropolis or they too will vanish without a trace – and an apocalypse will unleash on live television.

South of the Dead Sea, between Palestine and Jordan, nestles Petra and the Wadi Musa. That ancient “rose-red city, half as old as time,” lies deeply recessed in the Edomite mountains virtually impregnable against attack. It is a place of natural grandeur with rocky tomb-temples, rediscovered in the last century and doubtless the secret capital of a once prosperous Arabian trading empire. No wonder archaeologists have endured the hardships of the terrain to gaze upon its well preserved rock-hewn structures, and write scholarly papers about its mysteries. Set against this background, Lost City is the story of a Jewish girl who leaves Europe at the end of the War but soon finds herself in need of the protection Petra affords. The plot leads on to the events described in the book of Revelation, and the events foretold in Scripture are seen through the eyes and lives of those who undergo its tribulations. This prophetic fiction vividly recounts the pressures of Jewish persecution and the full shock of coming prophetic events.

The battle is over. The war begins. Scorpia City enters a new era. The Androts have fallen and the gangsters rule. The Trackers stand scarred but together, unaware that a new threat stalks them from the shadows of a dying world. A nightmare from Silho's past returns to claim her, driven by an evil more formidable than anything the team has faced before. The Indemeus X has risen. As the team is ripped apart, new alliances are forged, enemies unite and friendships fall apart. Diega and Shawe fight to survive a new and violent world, while Eli ventures into the darkest levels of the city, making a shocking discovery that will change everything. Meanwhile in a forgotten place built on secrets and lies, a city spirals into madness, and hope emerges from the darkness. The Forgotten City is the second book in The Demon War Chronicles. The first book, The Last City, is available now.

Our Godly Sexual Beings explores scripture and other ancient texts to unveil one of humanity's great mysteries--God's purpose for designing our Godly sexual beings. After thirty years of committed research and study, Donna Mack perceived an essential missing link from the age-old battle of God vs. Satan. While other books have attempted to discuss human sexuality, none have done so with as many biblical and scholarly-backed references as Our Godly Sexual Beings. One fascinating revelation in scripture is just how sacred human sexuality exists for God. The Bible sings with this truth, and Donna dives into this mystery to reveal the greatest love story ever told! With the help of over 1,300 references, Donna uncovers God's design for sex and Satan's influence that morphed this gift into a lie of lust. This book is full of many revelations and truths that will allow the reader to experience freedom from sexual sin, shame, and bondage.

In this 88-page download: LETTERS EARLY RAYS THE NEW HERETIC Infinite Energy Editor Eugene Mallove Starts a Regular Atlantis Rising Column THE FORBIDDEN ARCHAEOLOGIST A New Column from the author of Forbidden Archaeology: Michael Cremo FUEL FROM YOUR TAP? Can a New Technology Solve the Energy Crisis? ‘BIMINI’ IN JAPAN? What Do Underwater Discoveries in the Pacific Say about the Caribbean? THE MOUND MATRIX MYSTERY Is It Evidence of Ancient High Technology? AT THE EDGE OF THE FUTURE Len Kasten Talks with Sean David Morton FIGHTING FOR ALIEN TECHNOLOGY The Drama Intensifies for Embattled Computer Inventor Jack Shulman HOW AMERICA DISCOVERED YOGA The Amazing Story of Paramahansa Yogananda BLUEPRINT FROM ATLANTIS Excerpting Colin Wilson & Rand Flem-Ath’s New Book ATLANTIS IN THE ANDES Tracking Plato to South America FENG SHUI The Ancient Roots of the Current Fad BALZAC AND THE OCCULT He Saw Dangers Where Others Did Not ASTROLOGY VIDEOS RECORDINGS