Books with author Douglas Cowling

A stunning picture book inspired by the beloved "Hallelujah Chorus," and the remarkable story of Handel's personal mission to spread peace and joy.Somewhere in a darkened room behind London's famous Opera House there is a young, orphaned boy with a mysterious past and an extraordinary talent: he sings like an angel, but refuses to speak. Through the generosity and and kindness of George Frederic Handel, the power and glory of his majestic music and the sometimes painful memories the composer reveals about his own life, the young boy's spirit and soul are healed, unlocking the voice of an angel.

Six months ago Castiel Thatcher was a successful surgeon in New York City, but then his world started to crumble when his father died suddenly. The initial investigation found that the cause of death was a heart attack but Castiel was not convinced. He tested his fathers blood for toxins and discovered that he had a deadly poison, arsenic. Grieving the death of his father, Castiel quits his job as a surgeon, and goes on a hunt for closure and revenge.Castiel must go on a quest with his friend and private investigator Herbert, to find his father’s killer before they find him. The Fall of Castiel Thatcher follows the heroes descent into the world of danger as he learns who his father really was, and what dangerous enemies want to make Cas there next target.

In the dark alleyways of some of London's most menacing streets lives a young orphan boy who can sing with the voice of an angel, but will not speak. Through his generosity and kindness, and the power and glory of the majestic music of his Messiah, George Frideric Handel helps heal the young boy's spirit and aids him to find a place that is truly home. This story follows in the footsteps of the Governor General's Award-winning Beethoven Lives Upstairs, and Tchaikovsky Discovers America.