Dying isn't scheduled today, Ashur grimly thought. "Keep close to the trees " He warned Raeven as another bolt scorched past, barely missing him. "Zigzag Make their shots as difficult as possible " He and Raeven dodged in and out of the trees as energy bolts whizzed around them. Ashur and Raeven are eleven years old. Growing up on Lalor isn't easy. Staring down death seems easier than facing everyday life. They are loners, bullied and taunted by other kids. Earning their parents' approval takes courage. Ashur and Raeven become messengers who run from town to town. They must prove their...

Not every eleven year old can defend his mother with a sword... The Rapier Robber's attack on Chateau St. Croix brings acclaim to Jordan and Julien. Their parents experience a startling surprise. Their sons have been practicing with their rapiers The robbery also helps the boys realize how careful they must be to protect the secret that only they know-the swords can take them through time. Jordan and Julien St. Croix return for their second adventure in The Reluctant Prince. The boys are eleven year old cousins born on the same day. They accidentally discovered the swords' secret during...

Not every eleven year old can defend his mother with a sword... The Rapier Robber's attack on Chateau St. Croix brings acclaim to Jordan and Julien. Their parents experience a startling surprise. Their sons have been practicing with their rapiers The robbery also helps the boys realize how careful they must be to protect the secret that only they know-the swords can take them through time. Jordan and Julien St. Croix return for their second adventure in The Reluctant Prince. The boys are eleven year old cousins born on the same day. They accidentally discovered the swords' secret during...

LOVE IS A FOUR-LETTER WORD. For Stephen, love is the most frustrating word in the English language because his love for someone very special must remain hidden; revealing it could disrupt the summer music conservatory where he's a guest. For Andrew, love is a cruel word because he sees the girl he loves choosing to love another, and he can do nothing about it-except resist. For Karen, love is a pleasant experience because she discovers someone who could become more than just a boyfriend...if everything works out. For Judith, love is a long-awaited reward when her boyfriend finally reaches the...

LOVE IS A FOUR-LETTER WORD. For Stephen, love is the most frustrating word in the English language because his love for someone very special must remain hidden; revealing it could disrupt the summer music conservatory where he's a guest. For Andrew, love is a cruel word because he sees the girl he loves choosing to love another, and he can do nothing about it-except resist. For Karen, love is a pleasant experience because she discovers someone who could become more than just a boyfriend...if everything works out. For Judith, love is a long-awaited reward when her boyfriend finally reaches the...