Jerry Snodgrass Knihy

Chase Murdock transitions from a career in the military and law enforcement to becoming a private investigator at thirty-eight. His first case involves a double murder linked to drug cartels in Brownsville, Texas, where he collaborates with DEA Agent Angela Ramos. In his second case, he investigates the mysterious death of model Danielle Claymore in Acapulco, teaming up with Mexican Detective Jose Delgado and fellow investigator Josefina Moreno, as they navigate the dangers of the city to uncover the truth behind the murder.

Set against the backdrop of the Wild West, the story follows Wes Steel as he leaves his Texas ranch in 1878 to confront the challenges of the frontier. A skilled marksman, he battles Indians, Mexican bandits, and outlaws while serving in the Texas Rangers. His exploits not only shape his destiny but also contribute to the broader narrative of Texas and American history. Meanwhile, his family grapples with the perils of frontier life, facing threats from hostile forces.

Brady Lane, a retired civilian special agent, is drawn back into action to investigate the murder of his friend and fellow agent, Stewart Walker. Relocating to Germany with his wife, Julie, he navigates the complexities of the case while pursuing the prime suspect, Albert Briggs, a drug cartel leader. Set against the backdrop of Germany and the Benelux region, the story intertwines personal loss with the challenges of a high-stakes investigation, highlighting themes of friendship, duty, and the pursuit of justice.

In our culture, Shakespeare's works are classics and his characters have achieved mythical status. But what did William Shakespeare consider to be the great myths and classics? And who were the empowering role models for his bold and unforgettable heroines? In plays and poems throughout his career, Shakespeare explored many facets of the divine feminine, including Greek and Roman goddesses--he nearly deified Queen Elizabeth. His characters frequently refer to classical goddesses, some plays feature literal appearances of goddesses onstage, and the goddess of love starred in his epic poem Venus and Adonis. Shakespeare's Goddess explores the poet's many representations of the divine feminine, as a pantheon of individual deities, and also as diverse manifestations of a single, multifaceted goddess. This thoroughly researched sequel to Supernatural Shakespeare: Magic and Ritual in Merry Old England will appeal to scholars, but its playful and engaging tone also makes it accessible to anyone who appreciates Shakespeare.