Paula Baker

Magic is forbidden in the Eastern Alliance. Ellie Meredith intends to master it anyway. When her father refuses to allow her attend the College of Mages, Ellie turns to secret experiments in defiance of the law. But betrayal leads to imprisonment, and her dream of wielding magic is nearly lost-until an ancient elf offers her a second chance. Outside Castlegate, the world is unraveling. Darklings-once noble heroes, now twisted into half-living horrors-haunt the wilds. Kingdoms teeter on the brink of war. Immortals slip into madness. To survive, Ellie must navigate rebels, warlocks, and traitors-and choose whether to fight for Order, embrace Chaos, or forge a destiny entirely her own. Her journey is just beginning. At its end lies the knowledge she craves-and a power that could consume her. The struggle for Sanctuary begins here. Loftiest Intelligence: Legend of Order and Chaos - Book One launches an epic saga of high-stakes adventure for fans of YA fantasy.

In a land gripped by tyranny, a masked rebel stirs the embers of revolution. Assassins are not always the bad guys. Cadmon has always been a loyal member of the King's Guard, shouldering the blame for serving the corrupt king of Abbarkon. But when he is ordered to perform yet another abomination, he can no longer stand idly by while innocent lives are destroyed. Bent on fighting back, he vanishes into the wilderness to build a rebel army powerful enough to topple the reigning forces. However, in the peace of the remote village, the urgency to revolt fades. It takes the arrival of a young, masked warrior to prod him toward a perilous mission to assassinate the worst of the unscrupulous dukes. Prepare to delve into the untold story of Cadmon's rebellion, where bravery is forged in the face of darkness and the line between right and wrong blurs. In this thrilling prequel, discover the origins of the Rebels of Halklyen and witness the birth of a legend.

★★★★★ The dwarves guard a secret. The Hawks must prove they are worthy. Book 2 in The Hawks Trilogy, The God Sword is a page-turning, sword-fighting adventure for middle grade and up. The Kingdom of Abbarkon is safe. There is a new king and Martokallu is dead. Or is he? If he returns, the Hawks will need the God Sword. In search of the fabled weapon, Flint and Fleta join the Hawks on a trek through the Dwarven Kingdom of Tsaralvia. Along the way, they discover an unsettling truth: the Protectors of the God Sword do not want them there and they will do everything in their power to stop them. If the Hawks hope to save Abbarkon, they must prove they are worthy of the blade. Mother and son authors, Paula Baker and Aidan Davies team up to tell the second tale in the action-packed adventures of the Hawks. Perfect for fans of J. R. R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings, Christopher Paolini's Eragon series, J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter, Darren Shan's Demonata, and John Flanagan's Ranger's Apprentice. The excitement starts here 330 pages in print or order the eBook today with one click. ◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆The Hawks Trilogy ✓ Epic fantasy, sword & sorcery, action & adventure, coming of age, fantasy & magic.✓ Middle-grade, teen, young adult, adult.✓ Medieval Fantasy world with swords, axes and throwing knives ✓ The whole series is ready and waiting for you ◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆The Hawks TrilogyBook ① Rebels of HalklyenBook ② The God SwordBook ③ The White Wolf 330 pages in print or order the eBook today with one click.

The Hawks thought the war was over. A mad sorcerer, a barbarian horde and the elven army think otherwise. Book 3 in The Hawks Trilogy, The White Wolf is a page-turning, sword-fighting fantasy adventure for middle grade and up. Thousands of barbarian warriors from the frozen land of Nairt'kun arrive in Abbarkon's north while an elven army prepares to attack from the south. Among the northern raiders is Venadis, a young slave girl. Her masters fear her beast-shifting magic and force her to wear an iron collar. Intent on freedom, she slips away from the blood-thirsty horde and with her healing powers, she earns a place with the Hawks. When Flint, Fleta and the others head south on a mission to assassinate the elven emperor, she goes with them. The elves must be stopped. Will the Hawks get there in time to change the course of the war? Mother and son authors, Paula Baker and Aidan Davies team up to tell the final chapter in the non-stop adventures of the Hawks. Perfect for fans of J. R. R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings, J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter, Darren Shan's Demonata, and John Flanagan's Ranger's Apprentice. The excitement starts here 330 pages in print or get it as an eBook. Scroll up and order today.

Designed to encourage critical thinking about history, the Major Problems in American History series introduces students to both primary sources and analytical essays on important topics in U. S. history. This reader serves as the primary anthology for the Post-1945 U. S. History course, Comprehensive topical coverage includes the Cold War; the cultural and political movements of the 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s; Vietnam; the return of conservatism; globalization; life in the new information age; the post-Cold War era; and race and ethnicity. The Fourth Edition extends its consideration of the period since the 1960s by adding two entirely new chapters and substantially reconfiguring others. In this way, this edition devotes far more attention to the 1970s, a period that has received especially notable scholarly scrutiny in the last few years, and to the period since the end of the Cold War. Key pedagogical elements of the Major Problems format have been retained: chapter introductions, headnotes, and suggested readings.

A dark sorcerer, a corrupt king and a hidden village of rebels. Assassins are not always the bad guys. It was an accident. But that matters little in Abbarkon. A duke is dead and Flint is sentenced to hang by the neck until dead. Steps away from the gallows, a mysterious jester and a black-cloaked man snatch him from his guards. He comes to the Hawks an untrained serving boy, but under the rebels' instruction, he becomes a master of two swords. Prepare to be swept away in a whirlwind adventure where the line between heroes and assassins blurs. The clash of swords and the mastery of magic will determine the fate of a kingdom. Brace yourself for Rebels of Halklyen, a spellbinding tale that will enchant fans of Eragon and Ranger's Apprentice, leaving you craving more of Flint's extraordinary journey. Available in print or as an ebook. Scroll up and order today with one click.

America's Promise is a concise, highly readable introduction to American History. Designed to clearly explain major themes and events, it also captures the rich and often amusing character of the American people. The strong narrative emphasizes public life and how individuals constructed public structures in which they lived and worked. Including the latest scholarship in social, cultural, and political history, the work integrates the history and importance of women and minorities. To aid students in learning and reviewing, each chapter begins with a preview of the main ideas that will be discussed and ends with a conclusion that reinforces the key concepts. Rather than being simply declaratory signposts, section headings highlight main ideas and help carry along the narrative. A glossary defines main terms, and a timeline helps students keep track of events. Selected readings are also included to encourage further reading and study. Finally, carefully selected illustrations and maps portray, pinpoint, and illuminate important episodes in American history. The most concise and competitively priced book available, America's Promise is a breath of fresh air in the introductory market.

America's Promise is a concise, highly readable introduction to American History. Designed to clearly explain major themes and events, it also captures the rich and often amusing character of the American people. The strong narrative emphasizes public life and how individuals constructed public structures in which they lived and worked. Including the latest scholarship in social, cultural, and political history, the work integrates the history and importance of women and minorities. To aid students in learning and reviewing, each chapter begins with a preview of the main ideas that will be discussed and ends with a conclusion that reinforces the key concepts. Rather than being simply declaratory signposts, section headings highlight main ideas and help carry along the narrative. A glossary defines main terms, and a timeline helps students keep track of events. Selected readings are also included to encourage further reading and study. Finally, carefully selected illustrations and maps portray, pinpoint, and illuminate important episodes in American history. The most concise and competitively priced book available, America's Promise is a breath of fresh air in the introductory market.