AustLit

'When kings were gods and power was absolute, treachery hides behind every door and in the hearts of those who should be allies.

'Pharaoh Tuthmosis secretly seeks solace in the arms of Alia, a young slave, but spies lurk everywhere and she becomes a pawn in the struggle to usurp the throne.

'Pharaoh's one small act of compassion has repercussions that takes years to unfold and threatens not only Pharaoh's sons and daughters but the kingdom itself.

'Can Tuthmosis find a way to protect those he holds dear? Can he maintain ma'at, the order and balance so vital to Egypt's future or will the rebels finally overthrow Pharaoh and destroy Egypt once and for all?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'His search for her has been timeless, eternal, and ultimately thwarted. Until now…

'Seth Almose has spent countless lives trying to break the curse that robs him of his soul mate. Each time the cycle begins anew, he meets it with hope, and each time he is left with heartbreak. But as the cycle dawns again, with yet another incarnation, Seth can't help himself. She is extraordinary; is she the one?

'Julia Morrow has reason to be wary of men. After restarting her life to escape an increasingly dangerous stalker, she has no reason to believe Seth and his stories of reincarnation and curses. But his face haunts her dreams, and her canvasses. He claims that it is a matter of life and death — her death. Can she find it in herself to trust again, or will the cycle turn once again, leaving them both broken and alone?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Kelly Reid doesn't believe in ghosts, even when one appears in front of her. She’s sure the man in her bedroom mirror is a hoax, all she has to do is prove it. But it’s hard to concentrate on hidden cameras and tiny microphones when he seems so real, so engaging, so sad.

'Accused of a heinous crime, John Tarrant has been trapped in the mirror for 140 years, neither living nor dead. His only chance at escape is convincing the skeptical woman in front of him that he’s real and desperately needs her help.

'Working together to solve a centuries-old crime, Kelly and John race to find the key to his release – and fear what will happen if they succeed. Will their unlikely relationship finally have a chance, or will John’s spirit vanish forever?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Paige loves stories about myths and monsters but she never thought she’d become part of one. When Paige’s crazy Welsh aunt sends her the last in a series of ancient talismans for her fifteenth birthday gift, her whole world turns upside-down. Cam, the new boy in school has mystical secrets too and when he sees Paige’s birthday gifts he realizes his grandfather’s warnings weren’t nonsense, after all. Danger looms in the form of Balor and his band of sea monsters. Along with friends Tegan and Jacko, Paige and Cam must learn how to wield their mysterious powers if they are to protect their treasures, their families and maybe even the world.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

Gwen Morgan, a nurse is brutally attacked, by a serial rapist in her home; fortunately for Gwen she suffers only physical injuries. Her roommate Sandie Wallace however is raped, beaten within an inch of her life, and left for dead. When Gwen recuperates from the attack she vows to protect herself by taking self defense classes with Sandie. Lance DeLaker a martial arts expert teaches a class in self-defense, and when he meets Gwen for the first time, sparks fly! Lance is also good friends with Gwen's sometimes companion Art King, a Professor at the local college where Gwen is attending classes in order to obtain her Masters degree. Lance is drawn to Gwen, but attempts to stay away out of courtesy to his friend Art. Will Lance be able to convince Gwen he's the guy for her? Will Gwen be able to resist Lance? (Blurb)