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In the cobbled streets outside Newgate Prison, the common and desperate of London gather regularly to enjoy the spectacle of human necks broken at the end of a hangman's rope. For Rider Sandman, newly returned from the Napoleonic Wars, it is not grim entertainment that draws him here, but a mission to prove the guilt or innocence of a condemned prisoner -- a duty that leads Sandman from the hellish bowels of Newgate to the scented drawing rooms of the ruthless and powerful, and into the darkest shadows of the filthy, bustling city, in search of the truth.
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A thrilling race against London's hangman!.......2006-10-06
Captain Rider Sandman, a veteran of the Napoleonic Wars and the Battle of Waterloo, has returned to England to find a civilian life in shambles. As a matter of personal honour, Sandman has sold his commission to raise cash to help repay a portion of the debts left behind by his disgraced father when he committed suicide. Now unemployed and with no income or prospects, his fiancée's family have cancelled their wedding plans and Sandman finds himself forced to lodge in an attic room in the Wheatsheaf Tavern in London's Drury Lane, a known criminal "flash" haunt of rather shady repute.
Charles Corday, an up and coming young artist and portrait painter to London's moneyed class, sits on death row in Newgate Prison awaiting imminent execution for the murder of the Countess of Avebury. His mother, a seamstress to Queen Charlotte has successfully begged the Queen's intervention to support a letter of petition for clemency or pardon asking the Home Secretary to investigate more carefully and to assure Her Majesty that justice is being done. Captain Sandman is surprised to find himself summoned to the Home Office to be granted the appointment as investigator. Of course, as a very upright, disciplined officer with an extremely well-established sense of duty and obligation, he takes the task much more seriously than the rather cynical instructions he received upon the appointment - "I suggest your work need not be laborious. There is no doubt of the man's guilt. Corday is a rapist, a murderer, and a liar, and all we need of him is a confession. You will find him in Newgate, and if you are sufficiently forceful then I have no doubt he will confess to his brutal crime and your work will then be done." I'm sure you won't be surprised to hear that just isn't the way the story unfolds at all ...
A historical piece set in the height of the Regency period, "Gallows Thief" is a thoroughly enjoyable lightweight mystery that will not fail to amuse Cornwell's legion of fans. Although not entirely devoid of narrative description, much of the flavour of the period is derived from other areas - the nature of the plot and the intense explanation of the judicial "process", imprisonment and hanging; a colourfully described side dish of London's recreational pursuits such as hunting, cricket and the theatre; absolutely sparkling, witty dialogue that is brilliantly differentiated depending on the class, wealth and occupation of the speaker and listener; the earthy, often racy, "flash" vocabulary of the criminal and lower class; the camaraderie of the military; the overbearing, stuffy sense of entitlement that is unique to London's wealthy gentry; the amorality, corruption and decadence of a London gentleman's club that is, in fact, a very sleazy bordello; and the politics of marriage.
Sandman's partners in the investigation - Sally Hood, an actress and nude model, Sergeant Rex Barrigan, also a veteran of the Battle of Waterloo and his ex-fiancée, Eleanor Forrest - are characterized brilliantly with an abundant serving of warmth, love, life and humour. We can but hope that they'll all make appearances in future novels penned by the very talented Bernard Cornwell. Two thumbs up!
Paul Weiss
Pages Of Entertainment.......2006-08-14
Bernard Cornwell is best known for several trilogies and the Richard Sharpe series; with the historical plots typically centered on famous/infamous battles.
That is why Gallow's Thief is particularly interesting, since it is a mystery set within an historical framework. Do not think for one moment that you will budget small amounts of time to get through the book.
Cornwell draws you into solving a killing through the main character, Capt. Sandman - a veteran from the Battle of Waterloo - and his band of "merry person's," including a woman whose brother is Robin Hood.
The writing is concise and poignant to issues confronted in society today. History does repeat itself, especially when it comes to the wealthy manipulating the legal system.
4 and 3/4.......2005-12-07
While I am a fan of Cornwell's books based in much earlier ages, and not much of a fan of his american history based series, this one is a BIG exception.
This is a wounderfully told story that captivated my attention early in the book and held it throughout - realistic and slightly disreputable hero much like the characters who are heros of the founding of our country ..... Washinton, Jefferson, Franklin, etc.... who ends up serving his country despite himself... ala Carey Grant in Gone with the Wind.... sort of character....
Like I said, generally I do not recommend Cornwell's american history based books.... This one is an exception ..... DON'T MISS THIS BOOK.... it is truly an original story by one of the best story tellers out there.
A Romp by Cornwell........2005-07-11
Mainstream historical fiction writer Bernard Cornwell gives us a romp this time, and a good one. This is in essence a detective story set in London, full of likeable good guys, adorable female sidekicks, annoying male sidekicks and not so intelligent bad guys.
The setting and descriptions are exceptional. You feel you are next to Ryder Sandman trying to solve the mystery. This does not have the roaring battle scenes we are accustomed to see in Cornwell's books, but have plenty of action and twists.
If you like historical fiction and are looking for a little light entertainment you will enjoy Gallows Thief.
The Next Richard Sharp? .......2005-04-17
Gallows Thief
God I love the names Cornwell give his characters. Rider Sandman ex Captain British Army, veteran of Waterloo, has taken his new job as a 19th century investigator. His first assignment is to investigate the "murder?" of a wealthy Countess. The investigation takes him on a chase across post Napoleonic England where he encounters roadblocks at almost every turn. It is funny to think in these days of electronic communication how this could possible be done. Cornwell takes us along for a ride I must admit I was not sure about until I grew to love the characters once again. He can paint a character into a readers mind so effortlessly that you are truly sorry when the last page has been turned. I do hope that Sandman makes return visits with more adventures. God knows that the this period of history has endless stories of this kind for the author to draw upon for future sequels. I pray it is the case. We need more from Cornwell the world is not the same without his heroes.
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Gallows Thief
Bernard Cornwell
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The year is 1820. Rider Sandman, a hero of Waterloo, returns to London to wed his fiancée. But instead of settling down to fame and glory, he finds himself penniless in a country where high unemployment and social unrest rage, and where men—innocent or guilty—are hanged for the merest of crimes.
When he's offered a job as private investigator to re-open the case of a painter due to be hanged for a murder he didn't commit, Sandman readily accepts—as much for the money as for a chance to see justice done in a country gone to ruins.
Soon, however, he's mired in a grisly murder plot that keeps thickening. Sandman makes his way through gentlemen's clubs and shady taverns, aristocratic mansions, and fashionable painters' studios determined to rescue the innocent young man from the rope. But someone doesn't want the truth revealed.
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Judy.......2007-02-07
Excellent read but I was wondering if the author will do a follow on for this book as I'd love to read more about the characters and their further adventures. Hopefully another book is being planned?
Another good historical novel by the master........2007-01-13
Gallows Thief is a good book, filled with interesting characters and great scenes. Cornwell is a master at bringing the scene to life with vivid descriptions that make the reader feel, and in the case of Gallows Thief smell, like they are in the middle of the story. Rider Sandman the hero of Waterloo finds himself down and out in London with few prospects for employment, when he is asked by the Home Secretary to "investigate" the circumstances surrounding a murder; he can earn a month's pay in a week. Sandman takes the job only to find that the murder is far from the open and shut case that it first appears. In his attempt to prove the innocence of a condemned man Sandman meets several interesting characters as the reader is taken across London and into the country side to Kent. Cornwell does his usual brilliant job of bringing the story to life. It is an interesting and entertaining mystery. I found that I figured out the plot twist before it was totally revealed but I did not make all the connections that the author lays out. Gallows Thief is a fun read and a good break from some of Cornwell's longer series.
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Setting: Scotland and England 1837
Sensuality: 7
Kerry McKinnon, a beautiful Scottish widow, and Arthur Christian, a rich and powerful peer of the British realm, are thrown together by fate on a deserted Scottish road. Together they travel cross-country to reach her Highland home, and although society would never condone a match between them, they fall in love. Arthur knows that he can never offer the lovely widow a future, but in the days he spends at her manor, he becomes increasingly enchanted by Kerry, her beautiful glen, and her quiet rural life.
Kerry is desperate to save her debt-ridden home and struggles to find a way to pay the overdue mortgage and outwit the lecherous neighbor determined to foreclose. Too late, Arthur learns the extent of the danger that threatens her. He's determined to rescue her, but before Kerry is truly safe, they will have to risk everything, including their very lives.
The Beautiful Stranger has an abundance of twists and turns in an intriguing plot, strong secondary characters that include an unscrupulous villain, and a convincing period setting. Combined with a passionate and indestructible connection between two honorable people, the sum total is a novel with all the elements necessary for a thoroughly absorbing historical romance. --Lois Faye Dyer
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He was dangerous, infamous, scandalous... and the most beautiful man she'd ever seen.
Fighting for her land, widowed Kerry McKinnon can't believe the handsome Arthur has come to seize her home and leave her to a terrible fate. Yet from the moment they meet, a scandalous passion ignites between them — impossible to resist.
Then a crime will force Kerry to flee with Arthur to England — where a challenge to their love could drive them apart forever...
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Kleenex tissues please! Great complex romance with unusual couple........2007-08-08
Arthur Christian is the third rogue to mourn the shocking death of his friend, Phillip Rothembow. When Phillip's father demands Arthur settle some of Phillip's outstanding affairs regarding a cattle herd and land investment in Scotland, Arthur willingly undertakes the task. In his last days Phillip was reckless in his financial dealings; it's evident this affair was more of the same. Then Arthur meets widow Kerry McKinnon, and everything he's previously held dear and important fades away. He falls in love, then his world falls apart as he realizes in horror that Kerry and her people are the ones he's come to evict. The sequence of events following is so heartbreaking I almost despaired of a happy ending. Both Kerry and Arthur are brutally stripped bare of all but love. And love, following an attempted rape and a murder, is not enough to save Kerry from the threatening hangman's noose. The court scene in this book defies description; it's so emotional and frustrating and visual, we felt like we were there, as terrified for Kerry's life as Arthur was. A brilliant end to the trilogy that will have you reeling (and yes, it was a happy ending!).
Perhaps the best of the trilogy.......2005-08-19
Very few flaws mar London's final book in the Rogues of Regent Street trilogy -- only the unlikelihood that Arthur would turn his back on everything, but he (the "sentimental fool") makes it plausible even so. He's one of those men who is directionless for most of his life, but suddenly stumbles upon that direction when he meets Kerry and realizes that she is the key to all that's been missing.
Kerry is a well-developed heroine, strong and giving, but somewhat too trusting at first and one who realizes she does need help sometimes. She and Arthur make a great pair, and London provides both emotional and sensual scenes for them. Their individual despair invades the reader's heart and makes us weep and worry for them. Not only do all the Rogues and their wives make appearances, but the epilogue neatly ties the bow ont he whole package, linking the three books and bringing the series to a satisfying conclusion. Remarkably well done.
Love is all around in this novel.......2003-01-30
I don't believe it possible NOT to fall in love with Arthur Christian (the hero). Arthur is a noble man with no pretense in anything he does. His kindness and sincerity was portrayed exceptionally well, keeping the realistic human behaviour well in check. His boldness in proclaiming his love for Kerry (heroine) is in such a way that when you finish with the book, you would sit there and reflect on the words Arthur spoke throughout the book and the many things he did for Kerry.
Kerry McKinnon was written extremely well too! She is one of my favorite heroines now. Here is a lady who knew exactly what she wanted and never paused in showing her love and her true thoughts to our hero. In many romance novels, the hero would be the instigator in most intimate moments, yet in "A Beautiful Stranger" Kerry knew where she stood and was not afraid to go to Arthur in many circumstances during the story.
"A Beautiful Stranger" was the perfect finale for the "Rogues of Regent Street" series. I don't want to let on too much here so I'll simply say that the plot is quite far off from the average regency romance that you get and it was done perfectly!
To support the story through...to bring it across to the end, the friendship between the Rogues (and you will be touched by it, especially Adrian's part) play an important role, plus the many characters around the couple make this book unforgettable!
Give this book a miss!!!.......2002-11-28
The first and second books from Julia London were fabulous. But this third book was a total disappointment!
Basically the story revolves around Arthur Christian, one of the Rouges of Regent Street. He had his heart shattered before by a lady due to the fact that he does not have a title. He made his way to Scotland to help to clear his deceased friend's name. And here comes along Kerry McKinnon, a widow of a farmer. So predictably, they fell in love and something happened (which I'm not going to tell you) which causes Kerry to flee to England with Arthur. And as you all know the hero saves the day in the end.
Now here are the problems.
Firstly, I first started reading the book it got off to a slow start. It really did not give the reader any interest to carry on reading and to get to the end.
Secondly, Arthur as stated in the previous 2 books is supposed to be the sensible one, the one that is acute with the matters of the heart. NOT! He only does what he think is right and does not care about Kerry's opinion.
Thirdly, this book has a lot of sickening drama, the courtroom, and the travel. It just seems to go nowhere.
Lastly, the ending! Oh my god the ending! It was dragging on and on and on. I wanted to throw this book against the wall in frustration!
Don't get me wrong; Julia London is a great author! I loved Dangerous Gentleman, adored Ruthless Charmer and never forgetting The Devil's Love. But trust me you can give this book a miss!!
Great Series Conclusion.......2002-10-28
The last of the unmarried Rogues, Arthur Christian, the untitled son of the Duke of Sutherland, is attempting to make reparations for his misspent youth - bored and still blaming himself for not having done more to prevent Lord Phillip's death. Now, three years later, Phillip's father barges into a soirée, hosted by Arthur, demanding that he clear up a bad investment he neglected to steer Phillip away from which added further dishonor to his memory. The request would take Arthur to Scotland and the most enchantingly down to earth female he had ever met.
The widow, Kerry MacKinnon, was a beautiful and loving woman who had spent the last seven years caring for her sickly husband. He had died not quite a year ago and try as she might to keep what was left of the clan MacKinnon together at Glenbaden, the days mail had brought about the straw that would be breaking the camel's back. She is desperate to save her home from ruin and travels to Perth to try to find a way to pay back the debt.
After several mishaps with Kerry, accidently shooting Arthur, they find themselves stranded together on the road and have to hike through the Scottish highlands to try to get back to Glenbaden. Arthur, always the gentleman, does get her back home with neither realizing that he was the one that initiated the eviction that is forcing her from her land.
While waiting to complete his business, he stays in Glenbaden, helping Kerry with the mundane chores of keeping up the property and gains a deep appreciation for the land, the people, and especially for Kerry, whose strength and lack of artifice is so enchanting to him. Kerry has by this time fallen thoroughly in love with Arthur, and Arthur has yet to realize that what he feels for Kerry is love. Through a tragic event, Kerry is forced to flee Scotland with Arthur.
I really enjoyed this story. They were from two totally different worlds - she the widow of a Scots farmer and he the son of powerful Duke. He quite optimistically thinks that because of his standing, the ton will accept her. Even though their completely different backgrounds could never condone a marriage, he just knows that he really cannot live without her, and he proceeds to try to shape her into someone else. It was Kerry who realized that though they loved one another, his world was not one that she could live in. I really liked the fact that she could see what Arthur could not and though it broke her heart, she was strong enough to stand by her principles. She left Arthur, fleeing back to Scotland to save her cousin, from the crime she had committed in self defense, and possibly lose her own life in the process. It was finally the reality of losing her so completely that brought Arthur to realize what was really important to him and what really mattered if only he would not be too late!
This was an absolutely wonderful story written with enormous feeling that just draws you in from the very beginning. You will find yourself really living this story and rooting for the good guys.
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I Don't Know About This One.......2007-09-30
It's difficult to decide whether I like or hate this volume - hence the 3-Star rating. Undoubtedly the most shocking and outrageous volume of The Authority out of the first four.
When a series of planet-wide natural disasters take place, the Authority soon discovers that their new enemy is the Earth who wants to rid herself of the entire human race. And the only one who can communicate with the earth and stop the impending disaster is a corrupt and thoroughly evil formor Doctor imprisoned in a facility located millions of years in the past. His price for stopping the coming apocalypse? A single hour of freedom with the ability to resume the mantle of Doctor during those 60 minutes. What ensues is a massive battle on a disurbing and shocking scale. This is the main story of the volume.
While the first two volumes of The Authority were good ready and had some interesting things to say about superheroes and their place in the world, volume 3 just seems to want to shock the reader and doesn't really seem to care if it offends them in the process. It is a good story, but shock for shock's sake just doesn't cut it. On the upside, Frank Quitely's unsettling artistic style suits this strange story to a "T".
Graphic SF Reader.......2007-09-25
There are some amusing parts to this, for sure. The best part of the trade is clearly when the old now psychotic Earth shaman cuts a deal with the Authority to help them out, in return for being released and returned to power.
Running interference, they allow the Doctor time to show the poor old bloke how to destroy himself.
Solid Work.......2006-05-18
Mark Millar's middlegame for the Authority. Nothing short of spectacular work here, and it was nice to see a more consistent use of Frank Quietly's art.
This volume is perfect for any fan of Millar's work. Of course, the three stand-alone issues that are included here are nothing great, though the solo-adventure of the Engineer will definitely raise eyebrows. Not for kids.
Truth In Advertising...They Are "The Authority".......2003-03-09
What can I say about this book? I think that it's great to see super-heroes buck the "status-quo" and that The Authority are like no other super-heroes out there. Also, I like how The Authority solved problems with methods that no other super-hero would even consider and that they would take risks that no one else would.
I think that the story and art are excellent, the fight scenes are among the best in comic-book history and that the characters are great(especially Apollo and The Midnighter).
I definitely recommend this book for anyone who is a fan of comic books.
"Why would the Earth just start killing people?".......2003-03-05
The third reprint collection of "The Authority" arrives with the super-hero team fighting Earth itself. This collection features one extended storyline from "The Authority" comic series and three short stories from other sources.
The main storyline in the book is the "Earth Inferno" storyline from issues 17 to 20 of the ongoing series. Issues 17 and 18 are by writer Mark Millar and artist Chris Weston and issues 19 and 20 are by Millar and artist Frank Quitely. The story begins with the team's investigation of strange and devestating natural disasters worldwide. It turns out the Earth itself is wreaking havoc on its human population and the team must align themselves with a notorious super villian to stop the destruction. This story doesn't have the same type of frenzied outrageousness of the prior storylines and the writing is muddled at times. Still the appeal of the individual characters along with an intriguing evacuation plan for the Earth's population help turn the tale into one worth checking out. Quitely's work in particular is something to be admired.
The other three stories are weak in comparison. "Devil's Night" from the 2000 Annual by writer Joe Casey and Artist Cully Hamner is a mess. It's just page after page of explosions and people punching each other with nothing of substance to bind everything together. "Isolation" by writer Paul Jenkins and artist Georges Jeanty and "Orbital" by writer Warren Ellis and artist Cully Hamner from the 2001 Wildstorm Summer Special fare better as character studies of the Engineer and Jack Hawksmoor respectively. "Isolation" is noteworthy in a wickedly fun way due to its exploration of a side of super heroines that you don't see much in mainstream comics. Yet, both stories feel like filler material. All in all, volume 3 is a mixed bag. Not as good as the prior two volumes but still an ok way to pass to time due to the strength of the "Earth Inferno" storyline.
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Mark Cahill, one of America's most effective evangelists, tells how to witness to others.
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Put the tires to the pavement!!!.......2007-07-31
This is a book that you will find difficult to put down. Perhaps you have read through the Bible, been in Bible study, help in some Church activities, and you just cannot put your finger on what is missing. What am I missing? All these activities and you just cannot put your finger on why... What you read in the Bible... doesn't match with what you are living out.
This is a rare opportunity to see how to put the tires of faith to the road of life.
I am so glad I was able to get this book and not only absorb what has been written, but to put it to practical use almost everyday.
Mark has a unique way of just down to earth sharing how and why to evangelize.
I have marked most every page for future reference as I got information overload while reading. What I mean by that is that I had to stop many times and not only ponder, but check with the Bible and find out just how scriptural this book follows what Gods word is telling us to do.
This should be a must read for every Bible Study.
Written so that you can do the one thing you can't do in heaven.......2007-05-25
Every page oozes with Mark's passion to reach people for Christ. He rightfully points out that if you are a beliver in Christ, then this is the one thing you ought to do. He clearly shows that evangelism is not a burden but a privilege. When you share your faith in Christ with others, that is always a winning proposition. It doesn't matter if you get rejected. You have sown seeds that can be harvested later.
An Excellent Challenge to Tell Others the Good News About Jesus Christ!.......2007-04-25
Mark Cahill has written what I think is an excellent challenge to Christians to tell others about Jesus Christ while they still have time. While there are several exhortations to accept the challenge, Cahill also writes of practical ways to share the gospel with others. The most often method is using the 10 Commandments to show how futile it is to try to earn our way into heaven and instead rely on Jesus Christ's death on the cross for our sins to provide the way for the free gift of salvation.
Among the important points covered in the book include:
1. People are hungrier for the gospel than we realize - Indeed, we seem to hear from the people who don't like Christians sharing the gospel while we miss the many who desparately want someone to talk to them about eternity.
2. Reasons why we don't witness to others - Many reasons have to do with fear of what others think and our own spiritual complacency.
3. Ask God for creative ways to share the gospel - I have done this myself and it works!
4. Don't worry about pleasing others - Jesus Christ was perfect and yet He was still nailed to the cross! How can we expect to escape persecution and hard times when we witness to others?
5. 4 thought provoking questions to ask when witnessing to others - What do you mean by that? How do you know that to be true? Where do you get your information? What if you are wrong?
6. Common questions and objections and how to overcome them - Some questions are honest while others are meant to distract us.
7. Be bold while we still have time - Compared to eternity in heaven, the temporary pain we may feel when rejected pales in comparison!
All in all, an excellent challenge and encouragement to keep witnessing until we either pass from this earth or until Jesus Christ comes back for His children!
Read and enjoy. Highly recommended.
A must read for all Christians.......2007-02-12
Essentially it is an easy-to-read book that contains convicting truths that each of us is commanded to share our faith. It then proceeds to show you how to witness, with numerous examples and a wealth of knowledge that can make you a bold speaker for the Lord. God bless you as you read it.
A Great Guide to Taking Your Friends and Family to Heaven with You!.......2007-01-26
As Christians, it's not enough to believe in and accept Jesus, repent of our sins, and become a new person in God. We also have to surrender to Christ. Part of that surrender is to share our faith with others. While there's a simple prayer to become born again when your heart is ready, learning to witness takes some practice.
If your church offers classes in how to witness, by all means that those classes and practice what is shared with you.
But if you have no such classes readily available, I suggest you read, re-read, and keep re-reading Mark Cahill's excellent book in which he describes the kinds of conversations he has with non-believers to help then learn about salvation. From these conversations, you'll quickly realize that you don't have to know as much as your pastor does to be an effective witness. That will give you confidence to try.
I was pleased to see how Mr. Cahill recommends that you break the ice from having a casual conversation to discussing what happens after we die for all eternity. Anyone could feel confident using this approach for the first time.
I recommend that you keep notes about your conversations so you can study what your experiences have been. We all have different styles of speaking with others, and such notes can help you identify what works best for you.
The book is also very helpful in citing tracts to use, legal resources to get answers to questions, and addressing common questions that many non-believers will raise.
But most of all, the book will encourage you to witness by making you realize that there's benefit . . . no matter how the first conversation turns out.
If you have a sense of humor (as Mr. Cahill obviously does), I'm sure you'll soon be finding unique ways to share God's word. I was chuckling for several pages as I read about how he inserts Bible tracts into six-packs and cases of beer in the store.
May God bless you, your family, your witnessing, and all you do!
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