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After losing everything he owned in a swift defeat from his greatest enemy, David Purdue is not the man he once was. Broken and beaten, the once great adventurer David Purdue must rebuild his life to try and reclaim what was taken from him. Forming uneasy alliances with modern-day pirates, Purdue seeks the buried treasure of a once infamous buccaneer, seeing it as the only way to start restoring his lost wealth. He quickly learns that things aren't nearly as easy when you have no money and sail with a crew of criminals who might mutiny at any moment.

David Purdue spent many adventures facing off against the secret society, the Order of the Black Sun, and has finally defeated them. Now, taking up leadership of the order and redirecting their resources to be used for good rather than evil, he is hopeful for the future. When evidence of the lost tomb of Genghis Khan is unearthed, Purdue puts together a team of new recruits and old veterans to take part in the first big expedition for the new Order of the Black Sun.

In the dimly lit corners of New Orleans, where magic whispers secrets to those who dare listen, Thaddeus Rose's study of witchcraft and the occult has always been just a fascination. That is, until a cryptic exorcist arrives at his bookshop, carrying a perilous package and seeking the elusive Jean-Luc Gerard. Suddenly, Thaddeus is thrust into a world far darker and more dangerous than he'd ever imagined. When the unimaginable occurs, and demons seem more than just tales spun in the shadowy hours, Thaddeus, along with the formidable former Templar knight Katherine Piers, finds himself on the...

In England, a museum curator is murdered in his home. An old priest is found dead in his upper-room apartment in Morocco. In Florida, a renowned artist is found floating in his private pool, dead. Three deaths that, as the occurrences go, appear unconnected. Until Olivia Newton, former employee and journalist at Miami Daily, gets a call that her brother, Andrew Gilmore, has been abducted.

Unlocking the Secrets of the Damned, Where Magic Fades and Hell Rises New Orleans – a city steeped in mystery, magic, and ancient secrets buried beneath its vibrant streets. For years, it has been a haven for the occult, but now, the forces of Hell stir beneath the surface. When an ancient grimoire is uncovered, the last key to Hell’s gate is found. With the power to unleash demonic apocalypse, the delicate balance between life and death crumbles. Magic fades, and the forces of Hell are rising. In the heart of the French Quarter, a former street magician turned occult bookshop owner and...

Belgian physicist Dr. Jacobs learns that an infamous version of the Einstein Equation, thought to have been destroyed, had been discovered by billionaire genius David Purdue. Knowing how deadly the equation’s application would be, he tries to contact Purdue to warn him, but Purdue is frantically busy trying to solve the equation. Little does Purdue know that the Order of the Black Sun is using him to solve the equation for them, to set the ball rolling on a terrible experiment that could cause mass scale destruction.

Desperate to unlock the secrets within the Iron Vault, Doc Holiday decides that he must work with Zmeya, the master of disguise that nearly killed the people Doc cared about most, if he wants any chance of actually being able to unearth the latest mystery. However, working with an assassin like Zmeya comes with a lot of issues, including a frustrated and distrusting team and a new ally that might not even be an ally at all. Their latest clue brings them to Las Vegas, where the President's Dozen are tested beneath the dazzling lights of the city of sin. From high stakes card games, ...

Evil has a new name. But it’s up to its old tricks and more dangerous than ever. The Dark Legion has grown bolder and has Shanghaied China’s most-wanted Super Soldier from the US witness protection program. Now “Doc” Holiday and the rest of “The President’s Dozen” must hunt down an enemy they will ultimately find hiding in plain sight. While they’re at it, they commit to solving a tragic 15-year-old family mystery for Quinton “Q” Marshall, the team’s charter member.

In a world where the shadows of old enemies unrelentingly stalk, and new ones are as dangerous, Olivia Newton finds herself once more on the brink of certain death. When a University of Florida's professor suddenly goes missing after making a shocking discovery in a buried temple in Peru, his colleagues try to find him with the help of Olivia Newton and her team. After escaping death by a hit-and-run in the streets of Miami, Olivia began to ask herself: "Why would someone go through the trouble of trying to kill each member of my team"?

The battle for survival begins now! In the nail-biting thriller 'Invisible War: Trail of the Virus' a clandestine biological nightmare begins to unfold. As an unseen and deadly virus threatens to engulf the world, the question looms: Who can stop this shadowy pandemic? Enter the President’s Dozen, under the experienced command of John 'Doc' Holiday. But with a new President at the helm and cracks forming within their ranks, can this elite team rise above their differences and face humanity’s greatest threat? Will their fractured trust be their undoing, or can they find unity in the ...

Jean-Luc Gerard and his apprentice Thaddeus Rose continue their studies of the occult and of practicing witchcraft when a mysterious old tome arrives at their bookstore. When the impromptu delivery points toward works of the famed horror author H.P. Lovecraft, they find themselves facing cosmic terrors and fragile boundaries between insanity and reality. Meanwhile, a new member of the Knights Templar embarks on her first assignment, but her partner, Cedric McKellan, is acting strangely and making her question everything she thought she knew. As tentacles are summoned by clandestine rituals ...

Packed with breathtaking suspense and nerve-shredding action, the Order of the Black Sun series is a thrilling journey for all fans of action, suspense, and intrigue. Join a series and a cast of characters that will keep you entertained long into the night. Two complete full-length novels, The Fountain of Youth and The Vault of Hercules, are included in this best-selling epic adventure box set.

In 1953, two monks in a monastery in the small town of Korsakov, Moldova, suddenly disappeared mysteriously; they were never found. Years after this, four boys playing in the courtyard of the monastery also disappeared. At the time of disappearance, all victims see the same thing: glowing green eyes.

The sea off the coast of Spain holds a secret, buried under centuries of superstition. It has a reputation for being some hellish territory, where crews disappear and ships inexplicably drown in its sublime waters. This is where billionaire explorer David Purdue takes his new yacht out for its maiden voyage. He discovers something under the water that sets into motion an ancient Inca prophecy that would apparently open the hidden city of El Dorado.

Where Ancient Mysteries and Dark Magic Collide... Are you ready to journey to the edge of the abyss? In the eerie, vibrant heart of New Orleans, an ancient gate to Hell stirs, threatening to unleash an apocalypse upon the world. The only key to salvation: a disgraced Templar Knight and a renegade witch, bound by destiny but divided by secrets. Guardians of the Abyss catapults you into a heart-pounding race against time and darkness. Thaddeus Rose, inheritor of a mystical legacy he barely understands, stands at the forefront of this battle. When a forbidden ritual spirals out of control, ...

When the President of the United States is targeted in an attempted assassination when giving a speech seen around the world, his loyal Dozen led by Doc Holiday rush to find the shooter and the motives behind the unexpected attack. Joined by his new ally, the former assassin now known only as Zane, Doc works with his team to catch the assassin as President Prescott's life hangs in the balance. Meanwhile, Quinton Marshall continues to try to avoid retirement but his efforts might prove to be costly. With a single gunshot, the stakes are raised and not everyone is going to be able to make it ...

In the midst of chaos and uncertainty, Doc Holiday's tale is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. But what drives a man to confront the very essence of fear itself? Can he outwit his pursuers, whose thirst for blood knows no bounds? And what sacrifices must be made to protect those caught in the crossfire of a war not of their making? As Doc battles against the clock and his own mortality, the line between friend and foe blurs. Who can he trust in a world where allegiances shift like sand beneath his feet? The creatures he faces, born of unspeakable scientific experimentation,...

Dive with Olivia Newton, one last time, into a suspenseful world of butting danger, where the next target could just be lounging on a beach in Brazil, sipping on coconut water. A world of assassins, cults, and Orders. A world of old and forgotten treasures that won’t stay hidden. Every ounce of gold could cost its possessor their life, and allies switch sides as fast as day turns to a cold, wicked night.

America's Silent Guardians: The Secret Warriors of Liberty In the clandestine shadows of the Cold War, a silent war was waged — a war where patriotism and duty were the unseen shields of the brave. "Operation Sleeper Cell" unveils the gripping tale of these unsung American heroes, operatives who risked everything for the nation they loved. At the heart of this covert battlefield stands Arkady, a masterful KGB agent. His mission: to infiltrate the United States and blend into the fabric of American life. But as he delves deeper into his assumed identity, the lines between loyalty and ...

A revolutionary AI. A fight for survival. The future at stake. Dakota, a groundbreaking artificial intelligence, is more than just an invention—it’s a game-changer. It could solve humanity’s greatest problems or unleash devastation beyond imagination. But when its creator, 21-year-old prodigy Mika Nez, refuses to hand over his masterpiece to a powerful think tank, he becomes their number one target. Fleeing for his life, Mika joins forces with a team of rogue operatives led by John "Doc" Holiday. Together, they face a relentless enemy determined to claim Dakota at any cost. From ...