Books with author Sharon Rowse

When his best friend is arrested for the murder of a notorious gangster, gentleman adventurer John Granville is determined to hunt down the real killer. It’s 1899. To save his friend, Granville must dive into the seedy side of the city—the burlesque halls, gambling joints, and opium dens that line reeking mudflats. He finds allies along the way, including Emily Turner, the emancipated daughter of a very Victorian father. But with a fortune in Klondike gold and Chinese silk at stake, no-one is safe. Set on the Northwest Coast during the Klondike Era—when Vancouver, Seattle and San Francisco were gateways for Klondike gold and Chinese silk, The Silk Train Murder features strong characters and a well-researched and lively story. Finalist for the Arthur Ellis Best First Novel

It’s 1899, and when his best friend is arrested for the murder of a notorious gangster, gentleman adventurer John Granville is determined to hunt down the real killer. To save his friend, Granville must dive into the seedy side of the city—the burlesque halls, gambling joints, and opium dens that line reeking mudflats. He finds allies along the way, including Emily Turner, the emancipated daughter of a very Victorian father. But with a fortune in Klondike gold and Chinese silk at stake, no-one is safe.Set on the Northwest Coast during the Klondike Era—when Vancouver, Seattle and San Francisco were gateways for Klondike gold and Chinese silk, The Silk Train Murder features strong characters and a well-researched and lively story.Finalist for the Arthur Ellis First Novel Award

She could use forbidden telepathy to prevent an alien war. But will her own people call her a hero or a criminal?Kena, a lone human among aliens, forged a truce with her enemies by promising a controversial telepathic link with their future leader. They claim this is the foundation of lasting peace. But what are these obscure problems they now hide? Why is TarKeen, her strongest supporter, suddenly missing? Will their future leader be executed before Kena can reach her?When another human joins Kena’s crew, he creates as many problems for her as he solves. Dissension sparks among her allies. Despite his interference, Antony does have a form of wisdom—unwelcome, though it is. Now, her decision is that much harder.If Kena succeeds in fulfilling her risky promise, will anything be left of her career? And what about her and Antony?Diverse Demands, the sequel to Diverse Similarity, is packed with adventure, intrigue, and rich alien cultures. The story explores just how far a person will go to solve the unsolvable. If you like classic science fiction merged with a Christian worldview, this book is for you.Join the adventure today.

An enemy—or a friend? No way to know except the forbidden touch of an alien mind.Kena is the only human in a multi-racial starship crew. She’s admired for her navigational skills, but her race is viewed as problematic. Cultural differences abound, seasoned by unexpected similarities. Those lacking telepathic abilities have another disadvantage. Kena presents the crew with a paradox. She cannot be a telepath, and yet she is. Their challenging mission strains every limit and claims lives. When an enemy discovers their presence, Kena is captured. As both guest and prisoner, she finds the PitKreelaundun race much harder to comprehend than any she has known. They entwine kindness with cruelty. Worst of all, their telepathic practices are intolerable to a human, threatening Kena’s sanity and life. Mutiny is forming among her captors, rescue is impossible, and diplomacy fails. There is only one way out—something that Kena must never do. Diverse Similarity is the first novel in a compelling, classic science fiction series by Sharon Rose. If you are intrigued by alien cultures, rich characters, and dangerous adventures among the stars, this book is for you. Read it today and explore not only outer space, but the spirit within.

An escaped, telepathic slave. A bounty hunter with a secret. How will they evade death long enough to free other thought-readers?Slave traders are abducting thought-readers from their haven world, then selling them on Syndicate space stations. There, telepaths have two choices: Steal secrets for their owners or face execution for the crime of existing.Every mission to infiltrate the space stations is a close encounter with death. To Tracy, a former slave turned undercover agent, and Vigard, her bounty-hunter partner, freedom is a cause worth fighting for. Even dying for.This epic battle against entrenched slavery is now available in a novelized version, which includes all eleven previously published short stories.If you like rich characters, telepathy, and intrigue, set against a tapestry of alien cultures, then you’ll love Agents of Rivelt.Download it today.

Silk Trains. Fan dancers. Opium Dens More dangerous than chasing Klondike gold At the turn of the last century, sleek liners carried a fortune in silk from the Orient to Vancouver. The costly material, insured by the day, was rushed to New York in specially designed silk trains, which became the target of every crook across the continent. Down on his luck gentleman John Lansdowne Granville washes up in Vancouver, hungry and broke. Running from his past, afraid of his future. Until he his best friend's arrest for murder. Granville's desperate hunt to find the real killer before they hang his friend takes him to the seedy side of the city; to burlesque halls, gambling joints and down along Dupont Street--two blocks of brothels and opium dens along the reeking mudflats. Along the way he finds companionship in odd places and an ally--and more--in Emily Turner, the emancipated daughter of a very Victorian father.

Sniffers, the cat who was adopted at a local animal rescue shelter by Logan. When Logan goes off to school, Sniffers jumps out the window to go on an incredible journey to find him. He is helped along the way by a group of colorful characters. Ginger, a rainbow-colored squirrel. Sparkle, the pink dog who sparkles and leaves glitter paw prints. Mayor Max, the town's canine mayor who knows everything with his psychic abilities. Mr. Peppalitas the superhero cat who can fly.

Sure- you can find lots of creative ideas for birthday party themes on Pinterest- but are you wondering if you are up to the task of throwing an awesome birthday party at home?Well this book can show you how!As a Mom of 6 kids, Sharon Rowley has thrown her fair share of birthday parties over the years- and she has taken everything she's learned and written this one-stop resource so you too can create a special day for your birthday girl or boy, and enjoy the planning process as well as the party!From choosing a theme, planning activities and games, and even sending guests home with a great party favor- you can do all of this for less than $100! Packed with resources, ideas, and checklists- this ebook has everything you need to plan a fantastic birthday party at home!

Slave traders are abducting thought-readers from their haven world, then selling them on Syndicate space stations. There, telepaths have two choices: Steal secrets for their owners or face execution for the crime of existing.Every mission to infiltrate the space stations is a close encounter with death. To Tracy, a former slave turned undercover agent, and Vigard, her bounty-hunter partner, freedom is a cause worth fighting for. Even dying for.This epic battle against entrenched slavery is now available in a novelized version, which includes all eleven previously published short stories.If you like rich characters, telepathy, and intrigue, set against a tapestry of alien culture, then you'll love Agents of Rivelt.Join the adventure today!

An enemy—or a friend? No way to know except the forbidden touch of an alien mind.Kena is the only human in a multi-racial starship crew. She’s admired for her navigational skills, but her race is viewed as problematic. Cultural differences abound, seasoned by unexpected similarities. Those lacking telepathic abilities have another disadvantage. Kena presents the crew with a paradox. She cannot be a telepath, and yet she is. Their challenging mission strains every limit and claims lives. When an enemy discovers their presence, Kena is captured. As both guest and prisoner, she finds the PitKreelaundun race much harder to comprehend than any she has known. They entwine kindness with cruelty. Worst of all, their telepathic practices are intolerable to a human, threatening Kena’s sanity and life. Mutiny is forming among her captors, rescue is impossible, and diplomacy fails. There is only one way out—something that Kena must never do.Diverse Similarity is the first novel in a compelling science fiction series by Sharon Rose. If you are intrigued by alien cultures, rich characters, and dangerous adventures among the stars, this book is for you. Read it today and explore not only outer space, but the spirit within.

She could use forbidden telepathy to prevent an alien war. But will her own people call her a hero or a criminal?Kena, a lone human among aliens, forged a truce with her enemies by promising a controversial telepathic link with their future leader. They claim this is the foundation of lasting peace. But what are these obscure problems they now hide? Why is TarKeen, her strongest supporter, suddenly missing? Will their future leader be executed before Kena can reach her?When another human joins Kena’s crew, he creates as many problems for her as he solves. Dissension sparks among her allies. Despite his interference, Antony does have a form of wisdom—unwelcome, though it is. Now, her decision is that much harder.If Kena succeeds in fulfilling her risky promise, will anything be left of her career? And what about her and Antony?Diverse Demands, the sequel to Diverse Similarity, is packed with adventure, intrigue, and rich alien cultures. The story explores just how far a person will go to solve the unsolvable. If you like classic science fiction merged with a Christian worldview, this book is for you.Join the adventure today.