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Running from her past, Rachel answers an advert to be a live-in assistant to glamorous and eccentric author Dorothy Winters. But behind the closed doors of Dorothy's mansion, she quickly discovers that nothing is as it seems. When Dorothy's manuscript throws up striking similarities to events in Rachel's own life, she becomes convinced that the past she's tried to hide is catching up with her. Then the phone calls start. The parcel arrives. The blood shows up in the bathroom. And Dorothy's friend disappears....

Serenity doesn't care much for rules. Free-spirited and flaxen-haired, she lives in a small village under the authority of barbarians who inhabit a castle above the tiny town. When her best friend is caught trying to steal apples from the clan's forbidden garden, Serenity rushes to her rescue and challenges the brawny leader.

Jimmy has often done work for his sister Mallory's law firm, and this time, the new partner and his handsome associate want to hire Jimmy to solve the mystery of twin brothers. One of the twins lies in a coma, while the other has gone missing. Aiding Jimmy in this confusing case is Brenden Hendricks, the young lawyer who just happens to have a strong attraction to Jimmy.

They adore her in Manhattan. They worship her in Hollywood. They idolize her in the liberal media. But out in the real world are those of us who see through her lies about her husband, reject her socialist economics, and despise her radical social agenda. We are the members of what Hillary Clinton described as a "Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy", and at VRWC headquarters, we've been keeping a file on her.

This book is designed to help people answer the question as to whether or not it is God's will to heal. The Scriptures are used to illustrate that it is God's will to heal.

Princess Lizbett of Verdana is a beautiful, violet-eyed, strong-willed young woman. She'd once been crazy about a mysterious stable boy named Larian, His hair fell in long shimmering ringlets, and his clear aqua eyes would set her pulse racing. When he left, she was utterly heartbroken. But Larian was no stable boy. He was an apprentice warrior from the Kingdom of Zanderone, famous for its mighty men trained not just in battle, but in the dark erotic arts.

A compilation of short stories. The stories are written based on true-ish stories that happened, or almost happened. Includes "The General", "Demon Dog", and "Bathell".

Fifteen years ago, NYPD officer Joseph McSwain was gunned down while trying to stop a robbery. His murder was never solved. Until now. For his son, Hell's Kitchen private detective Jimmy McSwain, his father's death has defined him, defied him, and denied him his chance at happiness. But the shooting death of a young officer named Denson Luke has reignited the investigation into the mysterious Blue Death conspiracy. Jimmy still must earn a living, so he cannot ignore a family in distress. New neighbors Carmen Ramirez and her young son, Sonny, are clearly running from danger.

The power grid collapses, and with it, all source of running water cease working. In the blink of an eye, you can no longer access clean drinking water out of your kitchen or bathroom faucets. Now what do you do? How do you stay hydrated? How do you get water for showering, cooking food, and watering your gardens and crops? Most individuals are simply unprepared and unaware of the potential consequences of an EMP attack or solar flare occurring over the United States, or any other kind of a major disaster (such as a cyberattack ) that causes the power grid to collapse. I want you to imagine...

Infuse Compassion, a podcast hosted by Amy Quesenberry and Mark Carpenter, explores the transformative power of compassion in both professional and personal spheres. This insightful podcast offers actionable strategies to integrate compassion, enhancing results, relationships and overall well-being. By prioritizing human connection, listeners can build trust, inspire teams, and create lasting impact. Designed for current and aspiring business and community leaders, Infuse Compassion delivers authentic and vulnerable conversations that help to release barriers, open minds fostering meaningful ...

Join the author on an exhilarating journey through the vibrant islands of the Caribbean in this captivating volume of his travel series. Explore the rich cultures, stunning landscapes, and unique histories of Panama, Cuba, Guatemala, and other enchanting destinations. With vivid storytelling and insightful observations, this adventure promises to transport you to the heart of the Caribbean, revealing the beauty and diversity of its nations. (Summary by Betty B)

This audiobook describes animal babies found in the ocean, including blue whales, sea otters, bottlenose dolphins, green sea turtles, great hammerhead sharks, lobsters, moon jellies, and seahorses.

The Dad Test brings that same tough-love energy to your startup ideas. It’s a practical, no-nonsense guide for founders, creators, and side-hustlers who are done with sugarcoated feedback and startup theater. This book helps you ask sharper questions, face harder truths, and build something that actually works—because the market won’t pull its punches, and neither should you.

What is Hypnosis? Most people are used to the image of hypnosis that is portrayed in the movies and on television. This is a far cry from the actual state of hypnosis. Hypnosis is a natural state of mind that each of us experiences every single day. Have you ever found yourself engaged by a project that focused all your attention on the task at hand and time seemed to fly by? Have you ever tried to speak with somebody who was working behind a computer keyboard and you had trouble getting his or her attention? That is a natural state of hypnosis. Here is a simple definition of hypnosis that ...

The Invizibles story continues! The adventure becomes harrowing for the four heroes and their families and friends, as the military hunts for the source of their secret abilities. Their true involvement in the initial rescue is uncovered, and their fate as domestic terrorists is all but sealed, until a new entity decides to intercede. But the intervention only escalates the secret war. This is book two in the continuing Invizibles series.

An adorable coquettish young lady allows a young unpretentious gentleman to chase her until she catches him. A tender first-time romance, where a budding relationship materializes, through the creation and manipulation of a special, though somewhat unusual list. But where will the flirtatious game lead, and just how extensive is the list? SPOILER ALERT! This book isn’t a typical romance novel. Its happily ever after doesn’t wait until the second half of the last chapter. It has a happily now and ever-after, right from the beginning. …A much different writing task. The book is ...

YOUR BOOK DESERVES A TRIP DOWN THE RED CARPET Are you an author who dreams of seeing your book turned into a TV series or movie? Do you wish you knew how to get your book into the hands of a Hollywood producer, agent, or studio who could help make something happen for you? Would you like to know the insider secrets and step-by-step process for how you can bring your book to the big (or small) screen? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you're in the right place! In Red Carpet Manuscript, Dr. Rob provides a clear, compassionate, and entertaining roadmap for how you as an author ...

Love, often depicted as a whimsical child, embodies the unpredictable nature of human connections. In this thought-provoking series, Edward Carpenter explores the emerging dynamics between the sexes, suggesting that deeper, inner laws may one day guide love when it reaches its full potential. These papers aim to uncover and articulate the shifts in our understanding of love and relationships, hinting at a transformative future in how we relate to one another.

The greatest mystery of the ancient world remains the identity of whoever set fire to the Great Library in Alexandria. One hundred years later, Heron of Alexandria - the city's most renowned inventor and creator of Temple miracles - receives coin from a mysterious patron to investigate the crime. Desperate to be free of the debts incurred by her twin brother, she accepts and sets in motion a chain of events that will shake the Roman Empire and change the course of history forever.

My heart pounds as I take in the headline: ‘Missing girl believed kidnapped’. Underneath is a photo of my beautiful daughter Mia, her gap-toothed grin unmistakable. But Mia is safe beside me, snuggled up on the sofa. Who has taken a photo of her, and put it on the news? And what message are they trying to send me…? I run to the window of our little house–the cosy, homely place my husband Mark and I bought so Mia could have everything I didn’t as a child–and pull the curtains tightly shut, hiding us from sight as terror courses through my body.