King's X Series by Stephen T. Harper

A young detective working the night shift in Hollywood, Wendell Book has seen plenty of tragic teen runaways, but never one like Molly. Every night, she dreams of violent deaths and whispering voices that push her to do wicked things, like run away from home, steal cars, and break into a stranger's apartment. Wendell Book's apartment. In time, maybe just in time, Molly begins to see her dreams for what they really are. Memories... moreA young detective working the night shift in Hollywood, Wendell Book has seen plenty of tragic teen runaways, but never one like Molly. Every night, she dreams of violent deaths and whispering voices that push her to do wicked things, like run away from home, steal cars, and break into a stranger's apartment. Wendell Book's apartment. In time, maybe just in time, Molly begins to see her dreams for what they really are. Memories. The deaths she recalls were all her own, each a link in a long chain of lifetimes. The mercilessly unfolding truth - this overwhelmed girl is the fox in an impossible hunt. She is the guardian of an ancient and mysterious object known only as the King's X. Its true owners have chased her from lifetime to lifetime to get it back. Now, they have the scent again... "King's X" is a noir detective mystery and a swashbuckling, romantic, historical adventure. Two stories gradually dovetail to reveal that they are in fact one story. An epic chase across many lifetimes. [br][br] ****“KING'S X is that rare reader experience: an authentic thrill-ride that reads like literary fiction. Stephen T. Harper has written a bona fide page-turner. This tale is replete with beauty, brains, and brawn. The heroes and heroines are capable of breaking your heart, and the villains will evoke grudging admiration. KING'S X is a must-read that is destined to become a classic!” --Laura Taylor, Award-Winning Author & Veteran Editor**** ****"Outstanding Fiction" Award Winner- Southern California Writers Conference**** ****FAIR WARNING**** before you purchase this book: King's X is a provocative thriller with a paranormal twist told in SERIALIZED EPISODES. Each Episode is NOVELLA LENGTH, priced at 99 cents, and ends in a cliffhanger until the first long arc story concludes in Episode 4: "Thieves," due in January 2011. King's X is addictive and it wants to get you hooked. less

We have all lived many lives in the past. The only true crime is to remember who and what you are. Book 2 of 3 - King's X: Revelations Los Angeles: The mystery of the King's X deepens as the stakes rise. The Shepherd is closing in. Detective Book must lose everything - all he is and all he believes - to protect this impossible girl from the killer on her trail. Molly must face her greatest fears to recall the devastating truth of who she is, who she has been, and what she must do... moreWe have all lived many lives in the past. The only true crime is to remember who and what you are. Book 2 of 3 - King's X: Revelations Los Angeles: The mystery of the King's X deepens as the stakes rise. The Shepherd is closing in. Detective Book must lose everything - all he is and all he believes - to protect this impossible girl from the killer on her trail. Molly must face her greatest fears to recall the devastating truth of who she is, who she has been, and what she must do. Palestine, 1296 A.D.: Broussard and Khali escape from the burning city only to face far greater dangers. They are forced to join the infamous Captain Shahin on a mysterious quest. One step behind them, the Shepherd pursues with an army of Assassins. Far ahead of them, the King's X waits. Praise for King's X "This is a 'stand up and take notice' story from a truly gifted writer. The most original adventure I've seen in years. "The Matrix" crossed with "The Da Vinci Code." King's X is dark, beautiful, and very provocative. I've had the story stuck in my head since the first time I read it." --Ken Miller, Film and TV Producer "King's X belongs to that rare breed of books whose seemingly high-concept premise in fact shields a tightly crafted and deeply affecting story. Harper expertly balances character and conspiracy in a universe that will grab you from the very first chapter." -- Line Zero Magazine "Stephen T. Harper is a master of words. I stayed awake all night to finish, heart pounding, eyes bulging with every new twist, and the ending almost killed me! I haven't been that surprised by an ending since Dumbledore took a surprise dive from Hogwarts." --The Paperback Pursuer "Wow...just wow. Harper really understands language. ... If you're looking for dessert, skip this. It's too satisfying by far, completely engaging from beginning to end." -- NY Times and USA TODAY Bestselling Author, Tamara Rose Blodgett  "This is a very well thought-out book with lots of suspense, twists, and history. I give it 5 stars. If you love a good suspense/thriller, you'll love this book!" -- Paranormal Opinion 'This book has grabbed me. ...really well written and I liked the author's style. Big thumbs up!" -- Booked Up  "...starts out mid-action and doesn't seem to slow down even when the author is describing delicate women in quiet moments with the men they care for... Pick up King's X. You won't be sorry." -- Into The Morning Reads "One of my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE reads this year! Maybe this DECADE!" --Amazon US Reader Review less