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Philip Caveney

    January 1, 1951

    Philip Caveney crafts thrillers that are both gripping and unsettling, delving into the darker aspects of the human psyche. His writing is characterized by a brisk pace and a talent for constructing chilling plots that keep readers on edge until the very end. Through his narratives, he often explores hidden motivations and complex character relationships, lending his stories a disturbing depth and realism.

    Stand and Deliver!
    Night on Terror Island
    The Sins of Allie Lawrence
    Crow Boy
    Alec Devlin: The Eye of the Serpent
    Sebastian Darke. Prince of Explorers
    • 2022

      Stand and Deliver!

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Ned is awkward, a little shy, and just trying to find his place in the world. He also happens to be the assistant to the nation's most feared highwayman, The Shadow . . . In a time when highwaymen ruled the roads, Ned is reluctantly swept up into a whirlwind of adventure. Whilst escaping the grasps of the thief-takers, Ned soon finds himself stepping into his Master's shoes and an unwanted life of crime. The pressure is building with new friends and enemies galore when Ned stumbles upon a long-infamous gem, The Bloodstone, which forces him to make an important choice. Can he ultimately escape this new threat and finally free himself from the grips of The Shadow?

      Stand and Deliver!
    • 2020

      The Book of Secrets

      • 180 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Set in a humorous and action-packed medieval world, this middle-grade adventure follows the engaging escapades of characters crafted by Philip Caveney, known for "Sebastian Darke." The story promises a blend of excitement and comedy, making it an entertaining read for young audiences as they navigate through a whimsical yet perilous landscape.

      The Book of Secrets
    • 2020

      The Sins of Allie Lawrence

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.7(27)Add rating

      Temptation and the pursuit of dreams drive sixteen-year-old Allie Lawrence to leave her home in Killiecrankie after a fierce argument with her mother. Inspired by the legend of Black Donald, the story unfolds in the vibrant theatre scene of Edinburgh, where Allie seeks to carve out her identity as an actress. This journey explores themes of rebellion, ambition, and the complexities of family relationships.

      The Sins of Allie Lawrence
    • 2014

      After his nightmarish adventures in Mary King's Close in Crow Boy, Tom Afflick is drawn back to Edinburgh. At the National Museum of Scotland, he sees the eight tiny coffins that were discovered on Arthur's Seat in 1836 - one of the city's most intriguing mysteries.Tom finds himself spinning back in time again to the year 1828.

      Seventeen Coffins
    • 2012

      Crow Boy

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.6(17)Add rating

      The story follows Tom Afflick, a young boy who unexpectedly travels back to 1645 Edinburgh and becomes an apprentice to a plague doctor. Set against the backdrop of Mary King's Close, this historical adventure combines elements of time travel and medical intrigue, as Tom navigates the challenges of a city grappling with disease while learning the intricacies of plague medicine.

      Crow Boy
    • 2011

      In the jungles of Mendip, Sebastian, Max, and Cornelius seek a legendary lost city. Along the way, they meet the Jilith, warriors battling the brutal Gograth. Cornelius must train the Jilith to help them overcome their foes.

      Sebastian Darke. Prince of Explorers
    • 2011

      Kip's dad runs the struggling old-fashioned Paramount cinema. When the new projectionist, Mr. Lazarus, arrives, he brings a touch of magic that enhances the film experience, making the images brighter and sharper, offering hope for the cinema's survival.

      Night on Terror Island
    • 2010

      Sebastian Dark ist ein Abenteuerbuch, in dem Sebastian, Max und Hauptmann Drummel eine Schatzkarte des Piratenkönigs Callinestra finden. Ihr Weg führt sie durch den verhexten Wald von Geltan und über stürmische Meere, gespickt mit Seeungeheuern, Piraten und Gefechten. Werden sie den Schatz finden?

      Im Würgegriff der Piraten. Band 2
    • 2010

      Sebastian Dark und seine Freunde suchen eine verlorene Stadt im gefährlichen Dschungel. Das Volk der Jilith rettet sie vor einem Angriff, doch als Häuptlingstochter Keera sich in Sebastian verliebt, gerät der Held in Schwierigkeiten. Ein spannendes Abenteuer für Abenteuerliebhaber!

      Die Dschungel-Mission
    • 2008

      Alec Devlin: The Eye of the Serpent

      • 384 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.9(41)Add rating

      It's not the first time he's spent his summer this way . Seemingly harmless animals have turned into rabid killers . long dead mummies are rising from their tombs . the spirit of a powerful High Priest is claiming the bodies of the living as his living hosts .

      Alec Devlin: The Eye of the Serpent