William Andrews Boeken

From the bestselling author of Daughters of the Dragon comes an epic novel of a star-crossed couple who must defy tradition, war, and prejudice to keep their love alive.At the urging of a Los Angeles detective, international rights lawyer Anna Carlson assists in a murder investigation. It’s a personal request from Suk-bo Yi, a ninety-nine-year-old woman questioned in a mysterious death at a Koreatown nursing home. A stranger to Anna, Suk-bo has a tale to tell. For reasons of her own, she’s chosen Anna—only Anna—to hear it…Suk-bo’s story begins in 1937, when the Japanese occupying Korea force her to marry one of their own, named Hisashi. In spite of their differences, they fall madly in love, pitting them against two violently opposing cultures. When Hisashi joins the Japanese Imperial Army and disappears, Suk-bo embarks on a quest through years of war, bigotry, and poverty to find him.But Suk-bo’s unfolding history reveals more than Anna can imagine: an heirloom comb bearing an intricately carved two-headed dragon binding her to Suk-bo’s past. Soon Anna will discover her own legacy at the heart of Suk-bo’s epic love story.

During World War II the Japanese forced 200,000 young Korean women to be sex slaves or "comfort women" for their soldiers. This is one woman's riveting story of strength, courage and promises kept

As tensions rise on the Korean peninsula, US diplomat Nate Simon is sent to Seoul to gauge the political situation and advise the president. He also needs to find out why someone sent the president an ancient, intricately carved comb with an ivory inlay of a two-headed dragon. Though familiar with Korea's language and culture, Nate knows little of its troubled history. Beautiful and mysterious embassy aide Anna Carlson believes it's time he learns, starting with the extraordinary story of Korea's last queen. Seoul, 1866. The beautiful orphan Ja-young is chosen to be the child bride of Gojong, Korea's boy king. Highly intelligent but shy, Ja-young faces a choice: she can be a stone queen, silent and submissive, or she can be a dragon queen and oppose enemies and empires that try to rule Korea during the age of imperialism. Her choice leads her to forge a legend that will endure far beyond her lifetime. The more Nate discovers, the more he comes to realize that Queen Min's story is still relevant today. Now the choice is up to him: be submissive and accepting, or change the world

Set in the picturesque town of Ryland, Maine, the story follows Julie Williamson as she navigates her new role as director of a historical society. What begins as a dream job quickly spirals into chaos when valuable artifacts go missing and a murder occurs, deeply affecting her. As she unravels the complex mystery, Julie encounters eccentric board members and an assistant director with her own agenda. This captivating tale blends small-town charm, intriguing characters, and historical elements, promising suspense until the final page.

What do you think of when you hear the phrase “Step of Faith”?Taking steps of faith is essential in the daily life of every believer. Why is faith important? Because without faith it is impossible to please our Maker. God requires each of us to have faith in Him, faith in God is righteousness. Each of us feels a sense of familiarity and divinity when others speak our primary faith language.If man is indeed made in the image of God, then we should expect to find faith languages expressed in the character and nature of God.In this faith-filled book, you will discover how God is still working miracles in our time. True life testimonies demonstrate how to apply faith in our daily walk with God.

Exploring the grim history of punishment in England and Old Europe, this work by William Andrews details a range of historical devices and practices used to deter crime. From the mild stocks to the torturous rack, the book offers a vivid portrayal of these methods, satisfying morbid curiosity while providing insight into societal control mechanisms. It encourages readers to reflect on how these brutal practices have evolved into more subtle forms of social regulation in contemporary society.

Set against the backdrop of the Ryland Historical Society in western Maine, the story follows Julie Williamson, a puzzle-loving director, as she delves into the murder of a prominent benefactor. The crime occurs on the day of a significant building ceremony, prompting Julie to unravel the mystery amidst the society's historical intrigue. As she navigates the investigation, her passion for puzzles drives her to seek the truth behind the shocking event.

Covers tank guns from eight countries (Britain, France, Germany, the Soviet Union, Japan, Italy, Czechoslovakia and the United States).