Books with author Richard M. Davidson

When a family of four visit Combe Haven in Devon for their Easter holidays, they get caught up in a thrilling, ghostly adventure that goes beyond their wildest imagination... Filled with spirits of the past, old Parish records and raging seas, Hill of Souls is a wonderfully atmospheric novel, inspired by ghost stories, mystery books, traditional folk tales and country legends from England. When brother and sister, Davie and Jen, uncover some ancient wood working tools in the stream near the holiday cottage they’re staying at, that's only the beginning... The town of Combe Haven has a deep, dark secret, involving the hanging of an innocent man more than 500 years ago. Davie and Jen gradually uncover the shocking truth about Joseph Methias, who was wrongly hung for murder. But they soon realise they’re not the only ones with a personal stake in the story. What terrible truths will Davie and Jen uncover? And how can they help Joseph? This mystery ghost story for young and older adults will suit those who enjoyed reading Famous Five and anyone who loves mystery stories. Hill of Souls is richly populated by spirits seeking revenge in a place where the past is ever near the surface, and life blurs into myth and history. With its supernatural twist and poignant plot, this beautifully written book promises to leave you laughing and crying in equal measure.Richard Davids vividly brings his characters to life with perception, humour and heart. Portraying a good sense of place, he paints his settings with an artist’s eye, from the prehistoric wilderness of the olden days to the gentle beauty of Combe Haven, Devon. This book is written with a beautiful integrity that’s hard to find, with an unforgettable moral that will move you to tears.Spooky, but with an underlying sweetness, this ghost story for children is sure to warm the cockles of your heart. Hill of Souls isn’t just a ghost mystery story. It offers readers a memorable blend of chills, thrills, heart-warming love, family unity and friendship.So lock your door, turn up the lights and put some extra logs on the fire as you indulge in this fabulously written ghost story book...About the AuthorRichard Davids is a freelance writer, artist, poet and the British author of children’s book, ‘The Story of Flyn the Stickleback’. Richard enjoys the challenges of creativity and attention to detail, and has been an eager nature lover for decades. The natural world has always been a source of wonder for him, which inevitably sparked his love of writing about it. He grew up in Harrow, where he spent many a day on hiking trails looking for animals, identifying trees, wildflowers, insects and reading about sea life, forever twisting them into his current works. He now lives in the beautiful suburbs of Hertfordshire, Berkhamsted, with his wife, son and dog. He has a daughter who is also a writer, and author of nine children’s books. Read more by visiting his website: http://lynrick.wix.com/richard-davids

This warm memoir, set on a rural Michigan farm in the mid-1950's, delivers timeless lessons from a simpler day. A poor illegitimate child pursues personal dreams within the reality of harsh poverty; seeks simple truth within his increasingly complex world; silently grapples with personal guilt and loss; and wrestles with mental and spiritual growth as he searches for his place in his family and the universe. A barn burning, a family death, and a spiritual awakening are major events which bring the grandson and his seasoned leathery patriarch on a course toward lifetime resolutions for both. The author, born in Michigan but now a resident of Georgia, has waited over fifty years to write this story.

A highly infectious, deadly virus from the central African rain forest suddenly appears in the suburbs of Washington, D.C. There is no cure. In a few days 90 percent of its victims are dead. A secret military SWAT team of soldiers and scientists is mobilized to stop the outbreak of this exotic "hot" virus. The Hot Zone tells this dramatic story, giving a hair-raising account of the appearance of rare and lethal viruses and their "crashes" into the human race. Shocking, frightening, and impossible to ignore, The Hot Zone proves that truth really is scarier than fiction.

Pepper quickly learns how to be a strong cow horse just like her mother, Patsy. She meets animals in the pastures and learns about cows, rivers, and her Owner. The Owner quickly finds a buyer for Pepper. Pepper goes through the sadness being separated from her mother for the first time. Pepper begins to see that her Master is more than an Owner, he is becoming her Dear Friend. Her Dear Friend teaches her so much and takes her for long rides. Things change when her Dear Friend's wife's medical condition worsens. In a cruel twist of fate; Pepper's Dear Friend must sell his home, his assets, and even Pepper to cover medical bills from his wife's cancer treatments. With Pepper gone, the Dear Friend has nothing to live for. Will Pepper be able to save her Dear Friend?

An American Egyptologist astonished the world in 1995 with his discovery of the largest and most elaborate tomb ever found in the Valley of the Kings. With incredible riches filling its many chambers and hallways, this enigmatic tomb promises to help archaeologists unlock age-old mysteries of Egyptian history. Its artifacts have already changed what we know about Ramesses II, one of Egypt's most powerful rulers. Dr. Weeks sets the stage with an account of his early fascination with Egypt. From the moment the aspiring archaeologist first sees the giant statues of Abu Simbel in the dawn light, he is captivated by their unearthly beauty. Weeks provides a close-up of how an archaeologist works, revealing the tools and detective work involved. His chronicle of his risk-filled discovery of KV 5 reads like a thrilling adventure story. Richard M. Davidson's dramatic voice captures all the excitement of floods, scorpions, claustrophobia, and terrorist attacks. His performance puts you on the scene for one of the most extraordinary archaeological discoveries of our time.