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Rogue Angel #50
Celtic Fire
A sword, a stone and a deadly legacy…
The theft of a whetstone from a Welsh museum and the murder of a curate during a grave robbery seem, at first, like random crimes. But the troubling deeds are linked by a precarious thread. An unusual collection of rare and scattered British antiquities has become a target—and the relics' value lies in something much more dangerous than money…
Annja Creed, archaeologist and host of television's Chasing History's Monsters, is in the U.K. when her mentor, Roux, interrupts her sojourn with news of the thefts. He's certain that the thirteen Treasures of Britain are wanted for their rumored power. Roux tasks Annja with locating and protecting the treasures before the wrong person finds them, meaning she must stand against a woman fueled by madness and the fires of her ancient Celt blood—and a sword as powerful and otherworldly as Annja's own.
The theft of a whetstone from a Welsh museum and the murder of a curate during a grave robbery seem, at first, like random crimes. But the troubling deeds are linked by a precarious thread. An unusual collection of rare and scattered British antiquities has become a target—and the relics' value lies in something much more dangerous than money…
Annja Creed, archaeologist and host of television's Chasing History's Monsters, is in the U.K. when her mentor, Roux, interrupts her sojourn with news of the thefts. He's certain that the thirteen Treasures of Britain are wanted for their rumored power. Roux tasks Annja with locating and protecting the treasures before the wrong person finds them, meaning she must stand against a woman fueled by madness and the fires of her ancient Celt blood—and a sword as powerful and otherworldly as Annja's own.
320 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2014
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About the author
Alex Archer
99 books236 followersA house name for the Rogue Angel series, published by the Harlequin Publishing's Gold Eagle division.
The first eight novels were written by Victor Milan and Mel Odom. New writers joining the series starting with book nine include Jon Merz and Joseph Nassise.
The first eight novels were written by Victor Milan and Mel Odom. New writers joining the series starting with book nine include Jon Merz and Joseph Nassise.
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June 1, 2020
Annja Creed's life is non-stop. Traveling... adventure... conflict... and duty. So, it's with a breath of freedom that Annja finally has a chance to head off on her own with no one pulling at her. Of course, when you are the inheritor of the sword of Joan of Arc, things rarely go as planned. A call from sometimes ally sometimes nemesis, Garin Braeden, doesn't portend good things. But, the call is one for help for the third part of their small family. Roux has lost a close friend and fears that loss may be a signal of worse things to come. Meanwhile, the discovery of the first of what may be the TREASURES of BRITAIN might open the door to terrible things to come. After all, they were hidden for a reason. And while the two happenings begin to converge, a mystery from Roux's past will raise its head to impact everything.
For 49 books, the adventures of Annja Creed under the ongoing title of ROGUE ANGEL have traversed the world, searching for, uncovering...and in many cases once more returning to legend... mysteries and myths that have woven throughout cultures around the world. In this, book number 50, "Alex Archer" (house name author for the stories) doesn't miss a beat as he returns Annja to a location that is replete with legends and secrets that have mystified and thrilled the modern world of those who enjoy tales of fantasy and creatures unknown and unseen. Oh, and BTW, author Steven Savile contributes (well wrote the entire adventure...lol) his story telling abilities to the book...[;^)... and helps create another in a line of fun and enjoyable stories.
For 49 books, the adventures of Annja Creed under the ongoing title of ROGUE ANGEL have traversed the world, searching for, uncovering...and in many cases once more returning to legend... mysteries and myths that have woven throughout cultures around the world. In this, book number 50, "Alex Archer" (house name author for the stories) doesn't miss a beat as he returns Annja to a location that is replete with legends and secrets that have mystified and thrilled the modern world of those who enjoy tales of fantasy and creatures unknown and unseen. Oh, and BTW, author Steven Savile contributes (well wrote the entire adventure...lol) his story telling abilities to the book...[;^)... and helps create another in a line of fun and enjoyable stories.
May 5, 2017
I do enjoy this series. I almost made this 4 star as there is less of Annja fighting but I feel the story makes up for it. Some of the British words briefly throw you out of the story but it's not like it's a foreign language and the meaning is mostly obvious.
I hope this series will continue into the future.
I hope this series will continue into the future.
December 23, 2017
Annja Creed Rocks!
This is the second Rogue Angel book I've read. I know it's out of sequence, #50 after #1. But my family's history (Mom's side) is from Glamorgan. The title appealed to me, and the book didn't disappoint. Once it gets going, it doesn't let go. These books aren't deep, but they are fun, and you can learn some interesting history and lore by reading them.
This is the second Rogue Angel book I've read. I know it's out of sequence, #50 after #1. But my family's history (Mom's side) is from Glamorgan. The title appealed to me, and the book didn't disappoint. Once it gets going, it doesn't let go. These books aren't deep, but they are fun, and you can learn some interesting history and lore by reading them.
April 4, 2020
Celtic Fire on Fire
One the best in the series. I liked that Roux and Garin were all through this book. Interesting facts I did not know also.
One the best in the series. I liked that Roux and Garin were all through this book. Interesting facts I did not know also.
September 25, 2014
Sigh. This was a good book that was somewhat hobbled by the book two back in the series was covering the exact same territory. Grendel's Curse involved a politician finding the sword of Beowulf which drives him crazy because of something on the sword. This one involves one of the descendants of the last ruler of an independant Wales locating a supposedly magical sword that drives them crazy as well. If they'd been released a year apart instead of four months apart, this one would have stood a little better on its own.
This one also suffered from a few cases of 'acting stupid for the sake of the plot'.
Still, beyond those flaws, it was a reasonably good entry in the series. Someone is trying to find the lost 13 treasures in Wales. Roux finds out and calls in Garin and Anja (who just happens to be taking a vacation in Wales and has already stumbled across the theft of one of those treasure: a whetstone displayed in a small museum as a grinding stone). Only three of the treasures ever come into play (or are even identified): the whetstone, the sword, and a cloak of invisibility. Roux apparently was involved in hiding them (at least the sword and the mantle), and even set guardians on them.
But someone is stealing them, Roux is a little freaked out by this, and they need to find out who (plural) and what their plans are.
The plot is a little loose, and clearly the (off-screen) Welsh cops are incompetent. But if you have enough tolerance for that, it is a fun, but light, read. Not the best of the series, but far from the worst.
This one also suffered from a few cases of 'acting stupid for the sake of the plot'.
Still, beyond those flaws, it was a reasonably good entry in the series. Someone is trying to find the lost 13 treasures in Wales. Roux finds out and calls in Garin and Anja (who just happens to be taking a vacation in Wales and has already stumbled across the theft of one of those treasure: a whetstone displayed in a small museum as a grinding stone). Only three of the treasures ever come into play (or are even identified): the whetstone, the sword, and a cloak of invisibility. Roux apparently was involved in hiding them (at least the sword and the mantle), and even set guardians on them.
But someone is stealing them, Roux is a little freaked out by this, and they need to find out who (plural) and what their plans are.
The plot is a little loose, and clearly the (off-screen) Welsh cops are incompetent. But if you have enough tolerance for that, it is a fun, but light, read. Not the best of the series, but far from the worst.
February 12, 2015
First, let me say that it sure does not feel like this is the 50th book in the series, and yet I still really enjoy the stories. Most series bore me after half-dozen books.
This story was definitely exciting. I love experiencing new bits of history and seeing them impact the present. Unfortunately, parts of the story were a tad inconsistent to me. Other than that, the book was very enjoyable.
This story was definitely exciting. I love experiencing new bits of history and seeing them impact the present. Unfortunately, parts of the story were a tad inconsistent to me. Other than that, the book was very enjoyable.
March 28, 2015
I love it when our three heroes have to work together to solve a mystery. And when they are not trying to stab each other inthe back or kill each other - well thats just a bonus.
I really like these books. I love the fast-pace, the history, the characters. They aren't long, they are so easy to read, but the action is always entertaining!.
I really like these books. I love the fast-pace, the history, the characters. They aren't long, they are so easy to read, but the action is always entertaining!.
January 28, 2023
One of the better Annja Creed stories, this one ended with mostly a happy ending. No string of gruesome deaths along the way.
This story is number 50 and I believe that the series has concluded, according to the publisher, with the last story being number 57. I will probably read the remaining 7 books.
This story is number 50 and I believe that the series has concluded, according to the publisher, with the last story being number 57. I will probably read the remaining 7 books.
July 13, 2015
3.5 stars
No longer able to purchase the eBooks from Harlequin.com, and they aren't available in my territory!
No longer able to purchase the eBooks from Harlequin.com, and they aren't available in my territory!
October 17, 2014
Maybe even 4 1/2. This is one of the very best in this rather-silly-but-fun series, and the old Annja is back.
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