Before Jesse James or Billy the Kid, there was Joaquín Murrieta, lover, bandit, revolutionary. On July 25, 1853, a troop of California Rangers killed and beheaded the young bandit. It was believed his army numbered in the hundreds and that he planned to sweep the country south to Sonora. Thinking the matter ended, the Rangers […]

A Civil War love letter. A mistaken identity. A past that won’t stay buried. Emma Chase, a modern-day kindergarten teacher, inherits a Cottage on the Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake Bay, a place known for its natural beauty, quirky residents, and unique lifestyle. She discovers an antique plantation desk and moves it into her home. […]

October 1907, East London. A mask maker works painstakingly to rebuild injured faces out of painted copper alloy, until he is brutally murdered at his workbench. The police suspect a burglary gone wrong, but when a much more high-profile killing shocks the city just weeks later, one man is convinced the two crimes are connected. […]

John Leary, a skilful carpenter, rises to prominence with unparalleled swiftness, thanks to his skill, unyielding work ethic, and the labour shortage sparked by the Gold Rush. Set against the backdrop of a thriving town, John’s ambition knows no bounds as he ascends the ranks of the building trade. Witness his relentless pursuit to establish […]