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Follow the journey of Horace Holly and his ward, Leo Vincey, to a lost kingdom in the African interior. There they encounter a primitive race of natives and a mysterious white queen named Ayesha who reigns as the all-powerful "She", or "She-who-must-be-obeyed". In this work, Rider Haggard developed the conventions of the Lost World subgenre, which many later authors emulated.

Marie: An Episode in the Life of the Late Allan Quatermain is a sweeping adventure novel recounting the famed explorer’s first love and the dangers he faced during South Africa’s Great Trek. With battles, betrayal, and high-stakes drama, this is an essential chapter in the Allan Quatermain series.

In this sequel to Marie, Allan Quatermain helps his Zulu friend Saduko in a crazy battle to win 100 cattle for the dowry of his love Mameena. However, the beautiful and mysterious Mameena, known as the "Child of Storm," seduces Allan and tries to engage him in marriage.

Ancient Allan follows Allan Quatermain as he experiences a mystical journey into a past life in ancient Egypt. Through visions granted by a sacred herb, he relives his days as a warrior, battling for freedom and love in a time of pharaohs and powerful enemies.

Black Heart and White Heart is a thrilling Zulu adventure by H. Rider Haggard. Against the backdrop of King Cetywayo’s rule, a dramatic love story unfolds, entangled with tribal warfare, betrayal, and political intrigue.

Ayesha, the Return of She is the sequel to She, continuing the story of the immortal and powerful Ayesha. After years of searching, Horace Holly and Leo Vincey find her once more, but their reunion is fraught with danger, deception, and supernatural forces.

Elissa is a dramatic historical fantasy exploring lost civilizations and forbidden love. Prince Aziel, a descendant of Solomon and Pharaoh, falls for Elissa, a priestess of Baal, leading to a struggle between duty, faith, and passion. A thrilling tale of fate, prophecy, and sacrifice.

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Fair Margaret is a sweeping historical romance filled with danger, political intrigue, and forbidden love. As Peter Brome fights to protect his beloved Margaret from a powerful Spanish nobleman and the Spanish Inquisition, he must risk everything to save her.

Allan’s Wife is a deeply personal and tragic tale in the adventures of Allan Quatermain. This novella recounts Quatermain’s early life, his love for and marriage to the beautiful Stella, and the heartbreaking events that follow. Alongside thrilling hunts, encounters with African tribes, and supernatural elements, this story offers a poignant look at the legendary adventurer’s past.

Allan and the Holy Flower follows Allan Quatermain on a perilous expedition to find a rare sacred flower deep in Africa. Along the way, he battles wild animals, ruthless slave traders, and a treacherous jungle in this thrilling adventure.

Child of Storm follows Allan Quatermain as he becomes entangled with a beautiful and ambitious African woman, Mameema, amid the struggles for power in Zululand. A thrilling mix of adventure, romance, and historical drama set in 19th-century Africa.

The Brethren is a gripping tale of knights, honor, and love set during the Crusades. Twin brothers Godwin and Wulf compete for the love of their cousin Rosamund, but their rivalry is put aside when she is abducted and taken to the East. A thrilling rescue mission ensues, leading them to Saladin’s court and the Battle of Hattin.

Ghost Kings is a thrilling African adventure filled with mystery, romance, and danger. When Rachel Dove, a missionary’s daughter, is pursued by a treacherous villain who seeks to claim her, she must rely on Richard Darrien, a brave young hunter, to save her from dark forces.

Heart of the World is an epic adventure set in the hidden Mayan cities of Mexico. When a determined Englishman and a fierce warrior princess seek a lost civilization filled with gold, they must face betrayal, deadly enemies, and their own destinies in this thrilling tale of love and sacrifice.

King Solomon’s Mines is a legendary adventure novel that follows explorer Allan Quatermain and his companions as they journey deep into Africa in search of a lost diamond mine. Filled with peril, tribal warfare, and ancient secrets, this novel is the genesis of the Lost World genre.

Montezuma’s Daughter is a sweeping historical adventure about an Englishman’s quest for vengeance. After his mother is murdered, he journeys through Spain, escapes the Inquisition, and ends up in the Aztec empire, where he witnesses its fall to the Spanish conquistadors. A thrilling mix of history, action, and romance.

The People of the Mist follows Leonard Outram, a desperate man who seeks fortune in Africa to reclaim his family’s lost estate. Alongside his Zulu companion, he rescues a Portuguese woman from slavers and stumbles upon a hidden civilization ruled by a deadly priesthood and their crocodile god.

Queen Sheba’s Ring is an epic adventure in which an archaeologist, a doctor, and a soldier are drawn into the intrigue of an African kingdom. Tasked with helping Queen Maqueda defeat her enemies, they embark on a treacherous journey filled with lost civilizations, mystical relics, and forbidden love.

She is a thrilling tale of lost civilizations, immortality, and destiny. When young Leo Vincey inherits a cryptic family legacy, he and his guardian travel deep into Africa, where they uncover an ancient kingdom ruled by Ayesha, a powerful and immortal queen. Torn between love, fear, and the allure of eternal life, Leo must decide his fate. A mesmerizing adventure filled with suspense and wonder.