The Ruins

By Robert Cruise

The Ruins tells the story of Frieda and Hans Engelhardt, siblings divided by the Cold War in post-war Germany. As their nation is split into East and West, so are their lives, values, and choices. Frieda, a rising political figure in West Germany, dedicates herself to rebuilding her homeland and shaping policies that bring stability and prosperity. Driven by her father’s legacy and a deep sense of duty, she works tirelessly to heal the scars of war, though her success is clouded by the painful estrangement from her brother.

In East Germany, Hans becomes entangled in the oppressive machinery of a regime that quashes personal freedoms. Once an idealist, he grows increasingly haunted by disillusionment and the sacrifices demanded by loyalty to the state. The letters between them convey a longing for connection, yet political realities, mistrust, and ideological rifts threaten to keep them apart. The Ruins is a sweeping tale of resilience, loyalty, and the complexities of love and forgiveness amid a divided Germany—a poignant reminder that even in fractured times, hope endures.

Bird of Prey

In Bird of Prey, Étienne Corbeau is a man of ambition, navigating the deadly currents of revolutionary France with a sharp mind and a colder heart. Once an influential figure in Paris, he finds himself cast out, haunted by past alliances and betrayals that unravel in the aftermath of Robespierre’s fall. Assuming a new identity, Corbeau hides in the countryside, seeking anonymity but finding himself ensnared by the spectres of his actions, the relentless pursuit of those he wronged, and his lingering hunger for influence.

When a stranger, Pierre Duval, appears with an offer to regain power—or face exposure—Étienne must confront the ruthless choices that define him. Driven to seek redemption or to flee from his past, he embarks on a perilous journey through mistrust, vengeance, and self-reckoning. As each decision tightens the noose around his freedom, Étienne must answer one final question: can he rewrite his fate, or is he destined to remain a ghost of the revolution he helped build?

Bird of Prey is a haunting tale of ambition, betrayal, and the struggle for identity in a world shadowed by the guillotine.

Temporal Revolution

By Robert Cruise

Temporal Revolution by Robert Cruise is an epic historical fiction novel set during the French Revolution. This vivid narrative transports readers to the streets of 18th-century Paris, where the fight for liberty, equality, and fraternity burns bright.

The story follows Henri Moreau, a young clockmaker swept into the tides of revolution, and his mother, Claire Fountaine. Together, they navigate the dangers and intrigue of revolutionary Paris. Henri’s journey from humble artisan to a key figure in the resistance against Robespierre’s oppressive regime is a testament to courage and resilience.

Through Henri and Claire’s eyes, readers experience the suspense and upheaval of Revolutionary France. Their ties to Anonyme, a clandestine group, highlight the struggle to restore the Revolution’s true ideals amidst Robespierre’s Reign of Terror. From the Marais’ bustling markets to the grand halls of the National Convention, the novel vividly portrays the era’s intensity and the fight for a brighter future.

Temporal Revolution combines meticulous historical detail with compelling storytelling, offering a powerful tale of justice, sacrifice, and the enduring human spirit.