Jack Cavanaugh Ordre des livres

This world isn't what you think it is . . . Every day they slip across our borders to infiltrate our government, our schools, our neighborhoods. Homeland security can't stop them. The armed forces are no threat to them. Powerful and unseen, they cannot be stopped . . . and they have been doing this for millennia. On what should have been the best day of his life, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Grant Austin learns of a plan to assassinate the president of the United States. Every attempt to sound the alarm is thwarted, and Grant soon finds himself at the center of an even greater battle that predates time as he stands alone against ancient powers and unspeakable evil-evil that can only be described as a hideous beauty.

Set against the backdrop of Hitler's Germany, the narrative follows Pastor Josef Schumacher's fight against Nazism and his influence on the youth of his church. Among them is Second Lieutenant Konrad Reichmann, who initially embraces the ideals of the Hitler Youth. However, his experiences on the Russian Front shatter his illusions as he confronts the brutal reality of war. Disillusioned by the slaughter of innocents and dwindling resources, Konrad devises a daring plan to stand against the horrors he witnesses.

Set in post-World War II Berlin, the narrative explores the ongoing oppression under the hammer and sickle regime. Mady Schumacher and Colonel Matthew Parker unite, despite their differences, to honor Pastor Josef Schumacher's legacy by aiding survivors of Nazi atrocities. Facing betrayal from American forces and threats from the Stasi, their mission for freedom becomes perilous yet vital. This concluding episode of the Songs in the Night series intertwines themes of resilience and hope within a gripping historical context.

Set against a backdrop of historical significance, the story follows Thomas Torr, a young peasant chosen by John Wycliffe to help translate the Latin Vulgate into English. As he embarks on a perilous journey from Rome to Britain, he grapples with his extraordinary intellect, a deep love, and a divine calling. The narrative unfolds with rich characters, exotic locales, and a blend of drama and intrigue, culminating in a powerful conclusion that inspires readers to pursue their own spiritual missions.

Gene Tunney, a prominent boxer of the 1920s, achieved fame by defeating Jack Dempsey and maintaining an impressive 77-1 record. He later avenged his only loss to the unconventional Harry Greb. Despite his success, Tunney chose to step back from the limelight shortly after retiring, distancing himself from the celebrity culture that defined many athletes of his time. His legacy is often overshadowed by the memorable "long count" match against Dempsey, leaving him less recognized than his achievements warrant.

England im 14. Jahrhundert: In den Wirren des 100-jährigen Krieges übersetzt Wycliff die Bibel in seine Muttersprache. Die Bibel in der Hand einfacher Menschen? Was für eine Gotteslästerung! Dieser Angriff auf die Fundamente der Kirche ruft brutale Gegner auf den Plan. Der junge Schreiber Thomas riskiert sein Leben für die Verbreitung dieser Heiligen Schrift, unterstützt von seiner Schülerin Felice. Bald verbindet die beiden mehr als der gemeinsame Kampf, doch ihre Liebe wird auf eine harte Probe gestellt.

The spirit of exploration and adventure spurred Americans ever westward. These are the daring men and women known as The Pioneers Twenty-year-old Jesse Morgan has always been a dreamer, the valiant hero in many an imaginary tale. But when a real-life act of bravery appears to result in tragedy, Jesse flees the tenements of New York's lower east side for a life of anonymity across the Great Plains. Little does he realize that he is being followed. His pursuers are Emily Austin, who knows the truth about the mishap and who also secretly desires to be Mrs. Jesse Morgan; Clara Morgan, Jesse's sole surviving parent, who risks the dangers of the untamed prairie to find her only son; and Richard Tykas, an unsavory detective, who knows that when he finds Jesse he will find his real prey--Emily Austin. But in hottest pursuit is God, whom Jesse has struggled to trust since a long-ago factory fire robbed him of his father--and his childlike faith. From the crime-infested streets of 1890s New York to the boisterous frontier town of Denver, join the chase for Jesse Morgan in this fifth book of "An American Family Portrait."

Im Holland des 17. Jahrhunderts wird die junge Hugenottin Margot de Campion als Hexe denunziert und flieht in die Kolonie Südafrika. Dort sieht sie sich Intrigen ausgesetzt, findet jedoch auch Menschen, die ihr wichtig werden.

Set against the backdrop of Yale College, the story unfolds amidst a brewing storm of rebellion. Tensions rise as students navigate their ambitions, loyalties, and the consequences of their actions. The narrative explores themes of power, resistance, and the quest for identity, revealing how individual choices can spark significant change within a tightly-knit academic community. As the conflict escalates, characters are forced to confront their beliefs and the true cost of standing up for what they believe in.