The 4th Thomas Scoundrel adventure arrives in August.
In the Shadow of Legend, One Man Must Choose Between Fame and Justice
When Buffalo Bill’s Wild West thunders into 1887 London, Colonel Thomas Scoundrel expects spectacle, not slaughter. But as brutal murders rip through Whitechapel and a young Lakota warrior is framed for the crimes, Thomas is pulled into a deadly conspiracy that reaches from the fog-choked alleys to the highest corridors of power.
Teaming with Arthur Conan Doyle, Oscar Wilde, and his steadfast friend Obadiah, Thomas races to unmask a killer shielded by royal diplomacy and aristocratic privilege. From glittering Mayfair dinners to brutal back-alley fights, from the roar of the arena to the quiet dignity of Lakota ceremony, Thomas must confront the darkness within himself and decide how much he is willing to sacrifice to protect the innocent.In a city gripped by fear and a show fighting for its life, one reluctant hero will stand between justice and oblivion.The Last Wild West wis here history and legend collide, and a single man’s courage may be the only thing that can save them all.
““O’Hagan’s Khartoum is gritty combat, ancient secrets, love and loyalty, and clashing empires — pure, electrifying storytelling.” ”
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“A glorious, epic ride that you’ll wish didn’t have to end. O’Hagan’s writing brings the giants of adventure literature to mind, like Victor Hugo in “Les Miserables,” and Alexandre Dumas’ in “The Count of Monte Cristo.” This is story telling at its finest.”
““What a life! My friend Thomas Scoundrel has done it all. Do I envy him? Hell, yes!”
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“When Thomas Scoundrel arrives, men ready their vest pistols and women ready their room keys.”
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““Big and brash…a powerful and dazzling blend of swashbuckling heroics, tender romance, fascinating characters and heart-stopping action that is deeply moving (occasionally hilarious) and relentlessly entertaining.””
“Passage to Moorea takes the historical fiction / action adventure genre to new heights. From unstoppable action to superb character development, fantastic location descriptions, an engrossing and unforgettable story, and, of course, Scoundrel’s signature gourmet food and wine, this book delivers an exhilarating experience for readers.
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““Passage to Moorea is a thoroughly engrossing, action-packed wild ride…an edge-of-your-seat thriller read that crafts a “you are here” experience that pulls you deep into the world of 19th century fine art in the company of trained assassins, villainous art dealers, Tahitian warriors, American robber barons, and a host of unforgettable characters.””
The greatest Scoundrel adventure yet is here!
From the dazzling cafés of Paris to the barren deserts of Sudan, Thomas Scoundrel faces his greatest challenge.
Thomas Scoundrel outside the fortress of Abu Sabib, from the Ghost of Khartoum, painting by B.R. O’Hagan
Who is Thomas Scoundrel? Listen to a podcast conversation.
Keani, Thomas Scoundrel’s love in Passage to Moorea
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