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By Davis Bunn (Touchstone)

Following the internationally acclaimed Gold of Kings, Storm Syrrell returns in the compelling story of The Black Madonna. Antiques expert Storm Syrrell heads to Europe to investigate the clandestine trade in religious artifacts. She dismisses superstitious tales of miraculous healings and divine omens. Yet when an obsessive Russian oligarch calls—just as her friend Harry Bennett vanishes—all assumptions must be cast aside. Storm seeks answers in a medieval monastery.

By Davis Bunn (Thomas Nelson)

Castle Priory is a crumbling Oxfordshire mansion, one Brian Blackstone’s wife considered a place of extraordinary enchantment. But for Brian there is no enchantment, only the burden of trying to honor Sarah’s dying wish that he hold onto the property. With the local doctor, Cecilia Keeble, Brian begins to explore the mysteries of the old estate. In the process he discovers a medieval secret which offers a key to renew his spirit and heal his broken heart. The power of prayer reaches through the centuries in a surprising and mysterious way… Read more.

By Davis Bunn (Bethany House Publishers)

A Financial Thriller That Will Keep Readers on the Edge of Their SeatsEsther Larsen, a leading risk analyst at one of the country’s largest banking institutions, is becoming more and more convinced that she has uncovered a ticking bomb with the potential to overshadow 2008’s market crash. And as her own employer pursues “investment” strategies with ever-increasing levels of risk, she becomes convinced she must do something. Yet what can one person really do?The markets are edging closer to a tipping point–like the teetering first domino in a standing row that circles the globe. And when Esther does sound the alarm, she wonders if anyone will take her seriously. But as public support grows for her ideas, so does the desperation of those whose conspiracy of greed she seeks to expose.

By Davis Bunn (Thomas Nelson)

For Val Haines, dying may be the chance of a lifetime.

By Davis Bunn (Bethany House Publishers)

An Ancient Island Holds an Ancient Secret. Nick Hennessy, a young Texas journalist yearning for his big break, finds himself in Europe–his assignment, to investigate the alarming disappearance of invaluable Grecian antiquities. Nick has the credentials–and cover ID–to unearth the truth.

By Davis Bunn (B&H Books)

Simon Orwell is a brilliant student whose life has taken a series of wrong turns. At the point of giving up on his dreams, he gets a call from an old professor who has discovered a breakthrough in a device that would create unlimited energy, and he needs Simon’s help. But once he crosses the border, nothing goes as the young man planned. The professor has been killed and Simon is assaulted and nearly killed by members of a powerful drug cartel. Now he must take refuge in the only place that will help him, a local orphanage.

By Davis Bunn (Revell)

Young line producer Danny Byrd is well-known in Hollywood for being someone who gets things done on time and under budget. But when his reputation takes a beating after his partner–and former best friend–makes off with their investors’ money, Danny has but one chance to redeem himself and restore his ruined career. LA lawyer Megan Pierce has sacrificed years of her life proving herself to her impossible bosses only to find herself disgusted at their snobbery and their specious business practices. When an opportunity to actually make a difference comes her way, she knows she has to grab it–even though she’s not entirely clear what “it” is. Danny and Megan are each other’s best hope for redemption.

By L.R. Burkard (Lilliput Press)

EDITORIAL REVIEW:Ms. Burkard is to be commended for her amazing storytelling – and for portraying how God strengthens his people and gives hope in the darkest hour. In Defiance, the riveting story continues with even greater urgency as the characters face ever-increasing challenges in their struggle to survive the aftermath of the EMP. Whether or not one agrees with the characters’ choices and actions, this story will get readers squarely into the action. The series is a clarion call to be both spiritually and physically ready for whatever may come! Angela L.

By L.R. Burkard (Lilliput Press)

CHILLING DYSTOPIAN NOVELStories like this one get me very excited for today’s young adult reader!DEENA PETERSON, Blogger, ReviewerA POST-APOCALYPTIC TALE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULTSSUSAN K. STEWART Author, Vine Voice GRABBED MY HEART AND NEVER LET GOHad me spellbound! You won’t want to miss this gritty and powerful series. NORA ST. LAURENT, CEO, Book Club Network BURKARD DOES NOT DISAPPOINT! Excellent writing, pure and simple! Warning: Do not begin this series if you have urgent things to attend to, because you WILL have difficulty putting it down! R. KAYE, Amazon ReviewerAndrea, Lexie and Sarah are ordinary teens until the day the world shut down.

By L.R. Burkard (Lilliput Press)

“Gripping!”Doug Erlandson, Top 50 Amazon ReviewerINTENSE It’s a great time to be a fan of YA novels! L. R. Burkard is back with the next tale in her dystopian series, and the bar of excellence is raised to new heights with this top-quality literary offering! Deena Peterson, ReviewerNow that an EMP has sent the United States into a Dark Age, Andrea, Lexie and Sarah must survive despite the loss of technology, and worse, the threats of marauders and lawless opportunists. The appearance of FEMA camps might be reassuring except the military seem determined to force civilians into them. Is the US government also a threat? Those who’ve survived the first months since the PULSE are nearing the end of their resources or wits.