Bøger af Jack Massa

"The Gods of Egypt are mighty. But to act in this world they need mortal vessels."Plagued by spells of madness, imprisoned in a slave yard in Egypt, a young Greek named Korax struggles to regain his memory. Purchased by the High Priest Harnouphis, he is given an Egyptian name, transported to a temple on the Nile, put into service as a translator. But Harnouphis also has another plan: to tap the young Greek's extraordinary talent as a seer to advance his own dark ambitions. As his wits return, Korax forges a plan of his own: to learn enough magic to escape Egypt and return to his home island of Rhodes. But before he can act, he must answer a calling from the Goddess Isis: "Are you willing to serve the gods?"Mythology, action, and magic, set in the time of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World

Ghosts, a family curse, and a legacy of true magic2018 Readers' Choice Award Winner for YA Paranormal FictionFor sixteen-year old Abigail Renshaw, the terrifying nightmares are not the worst part. When apparitions start leaking out of the nightmares into her waking life-Well, that's a problem.But Abby's dealt with hallucinations before, and she's nothing if not resilient. Following clues from the nightmares, she convinces her mother to let her visit Harmony Springs, the small town in Florida where Abby was born, and where her grandmother still lives.There, Abby finds unexpected help from new friends: a compulsive teenage blogger named Molly Quick, and Molly's older brother Ray-Ray (a guy Abby really starts to like).The not-so-good news? Abby's apparitions might be real, the results of a family curse. And one of them wants to kill her.What readers are saying"Abby was for me an ideal heroine.""I enjoyed this book so much. The characters are awesome, so realistic.""Abby has a mystery to solve and she's all about taking care of business.""Watching Abby grow throughout the story and become more confident was amazing."For young adult fantasy fans of Bella Forest and Bianca Scardoni: If you like heroines who handle their own problems - no matter how spooky - you will love Ghosts of Bliss Bayou.

This demon in the online game is a little too realTwenty-year-old Abby Renshaw should be having a great summer. With still a year left in college, she's landed an internship in a law office-in gorgeous St. Augustine, Florida yet.Then the demon appears. As a true magician, Abby has dealt with evil spirits and monsters before, but this creature is something else. He's haunted the city throughout history, feeding on human grief and despair. Now he's allied with a creepy hacker guy, who's adding the demon into a game.Because of her magical talent, Abby's coerced into testing the game as the demon's opponent. She has little choice-unless she plays, the demon will continue his rampage, driving innocent people to suicide.Can Abby stay in the game long enough to vanquish the demon for good? Or will this summer turn out to be her?The latest installment of the Abby Renshaw Supernatural Mysteries. If you like tales of ghosts, psychic adventure, and magic, you will love this series.

Amlina the witch has won back the magic Cloak, but the price may be madness or death.Amlina has recovered the stolen Cloak of the Two Winds. But victory came at a terrible cost: The forbidden sorcery she invoked left a stain on her soul-a shadow that threatens to drive her to madness.Eben the Iruk pirate is squandering his loot on a life of ease and too much drinking. When a bee-winged lady discovers him passed out in an alley, Eben is called to a new quest.Amlina and her warriors sail to Larthang where she hopes to find healing for her damaged soul. But the fabled land of witches is torn by rival factions. The heroes meet honor and treachery, rewards and dark sorcery.Can Amlina fulfill her purpose to become the Keeper of the Cloak, or will she and her mates be devoured by a creature reborn from an earlier age?Tournament of Witches is the thrilling conclusion to The Glimnodd Cycle, an epic tale of swords and witchery. Buy it now and join the adventure.

Pirates, sorcerers, and witches battle for an ancient magical treasureAmlina the witch has fled the city of the tyrant Archimage of the East. She plans to return the fabled Cloak of the Two Winds to its rightful owners. But Amlina's ship is waylaid by barbarian pirates at the South Polar Sea.Lonn the Iruk skipper has led his boat away from the hunt after dreaming of fabulous treasure. When his crew captures the witch's ship, they get more than they bargained for. After carrying off her possessions, they are robbed in turn. Worse, one of their crew is taken-Glyssa, the woman Lonn loves.To rescue her, the pirates must join forces with Amlina on a perilous voyage far from the seas they know. To Lonn and his mates, nothing matters but saving Glyssa. But Amlina knows much more is at stake. In the wrong hands, the Cloak of the Two Winds can unravel the age-old magic that keeps the world from chaos..What readers are saying"Piracy! Magic! Strange creatures! Sword fights! Love! Masterful, original fantasy""If well-written sword & sorcery is your thing, you'll love this novel.""Great book! I easily give it five stars for character development, pacing, and imaginative setting, adventures, and abilities.""Loved it! Great original story with plenty of action, interesting well-developed characters and unique world. I can't wait to read the next adventure! "Do you enjoy fast-paced fantasy with plenty of action and magic? Then you will love Cloak of the Two Winds.

Magic, intrigue, love, and betrayal in the greatest city of the ancient world.Korax has come to Alexandria in the guise of a Greek student. With the aim of mastering his gifts, he joins a society of scholars and magicians from many lands. He falls in love with Kalyssa, priestess and wife of an ambassador to the royal court.Inspired by his love, Korax attempts a series of dangerous rituals to raise the power of the Sun God. But Kalyssa's first loyalty is to her city, and Korax finds himself embroiled in a plot to topple the Greek king of Egypt.Can Korax right the course of events-or will the beautiful city be ravaged by war?A tale of mythology, magic, and adventure, set in the Age of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

The Mirror casts back all harm, but only so long as it lasts Amlina the witch and her Iruk warriors have found refuge in the north. But with winter's end, Amlina must choose: return to her homeland, or arm herself with forbidden sorcery and face her great enemy Beryl one last time. The Iruk Glyssa also must decide. Will she risk the dangers of magical initiation for a chance to heal her wounded soul? On the far side of the world, Beryl is recovering from wounds of her own-by consuming more and more human blood. Once healed, she plans a grisly revenge on Amlina and the Iruks. "The tyrant's witchcraft is mighty. She will rule for a thousand years, unless..." Praise for the Glimnodd Cycle"Piracy! Magic! Strange creatures! Sword fights! Love! Masterful, original fantasy"-Kathryn Hinds, author of The Healer's Choice "A great tale with an intricately woven plot." -K.J. Simmill, author of The Forgotten Legacy Series"A vivid world of adventure""Now THAT'S a great book...Massa has really created something unique here."