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Arrogant Guy Lanfranc assumes control of the family castle by sending his hated mother, the old baroness Ailena Valaise, on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Wily Ailena vows revenge and finds the means in the person of Rachel Tibbon, a Jewish girl who survived the butchery of her family and other Jews after Crusader losses. Ailena's plot to regain the castle built by her father propels Rachel into a perilous adventure of vengeance, faith, and true love set against impossible odds.

The year is 1972 and the place is Western New York, in and around Buffalo. A quirk of nature and an unexpected discovery at the research lab spells trouble for a pair of chemists. There is little the local police can do. John, a returning Vietnam veteran and nephew to one of the chemists, tackles the mystery. Sandy, the daughter of the other chemist, joins him. --- This novel does not contain graphic violence or sex. Suitable for ages 13 and up.

Fallon – A crime novel. The story begins with the murder of a young couple on vacation in Fallon, Nevada. The cousin of one of the victims, Matt Barton, who has been working as a detective since retiring from the Military Police, rushes to the scene. A series of events unfold during his investigation that unlocks a fifty-year old mystery. His friendship with a local Sheriff deputy proves invaluable in discovering the truth.

Another mind-bending science fiction epic from a true visionary, Centuries explores a barely recognizable future where humans control their own evolution. Genetic manipulation and artificial intelligence shape an astounding destiny for our species. With these wondrous changes come unexpected new truths of heart and mind that challenge the very definition of human.

In the Year of Our Lord 524, I am the wrath of God. None can defeat me in battle, for I am the joy of the blade. Beardless as a Roman, my chin is the Lucky Life—bold, square and dimpled at its center like the eye of a die. Mine is the nose of Apollo above lips as enigmatic as any Greek statue. I carry all the seasons onward from my thirteenth summer in my hair, yellow dark as dusk and long as wind plowing the west at day’s end. The scent of my flesh is the incense of trampled grass, and my breath is cinnamon. That fragrance alone is the supernatural mark of the fairy that reared me from...

In this lyrical fairy tale from fantasy veteran Attanasio, geeky teen Chester "Chet" Hubert must rescue flame-haired daydreamer Flannery Lake from the Otherworld, when all he really wanted was a date. Flannery's grandmother, Nedra Fell, screws up a Wiccan ritual in an attempt to cheat Death, who decides Flannery will make a welcome substitute. After Flannery is hit by a school bus, she falls into a coma and her soul is lured to the Otherworld by a deceitful "techno-pagan" who promises her love....

Featuring seven captivating, terrifying, and poetic short stories giving form to a universe both wonderful and mysterious: Visit an alternate America discovered and settled by imperial Chinese — Sleuth with a hardboiled detective in ‘30s Honolulu — Tour hell with an accidental demon hunter — Meet the Designers of our universe — Investigate the inner life of a vampire yoga instructor — Discover branch universes of evil beauty — and watch an AI confront the ghosts of our blood.

This is a fictionalized account of a real woman who lived in colonial New York City. Sarah Bradley led an incredible life that spanned 78 years. She was married to four wealthy men including Captain William Kidd, the infamous pirate. This is not only her story, but a portrayal of the turbulent politics of New York City in the seventeenth century as well. Having just conquered the Dutch city, England had its hands full managing their new assets from afar. Governors changed frequently as England itself was in turmoil.

A gnome wanders among strange worlds of immeasurable beauty and terror on a quest for magic to restore the health of a goddess. If he fails, all creation will dissolve. And so he must dare anything to succeed, even trespass a realm of terrible darkness, pain, and dread sorcery - Earth. The Lady of the Garden, one of the godlike Nameless Ones, has used her magic to dream into existence the worlds of the Bright Shore. But now her unborn child lies motionless in her womb.

A Manhattan coven, Octoberland, weaves ancient black magic to preserve the life of its 7,000-year-old leader, Nox. The sorcerer staves off death by leaching years from his followers’ blood. But Nox’s reckless search for eternal youth has opened the gate to - Irth. From this alien world of wizards, witch queens, and blacker magic yet, goblins invade Earth! Meanwhile, on Irth darkness lurks at the heart of a city rebuilt from ashes - as a weak-minded ruler and his renegade witch wife hoard technological trinkets from the Dark Shore…from Earth.

One day, spunky 13-year-old motherless spelunker Jane Riggs, newly installed by her widowed geologist father in Bosky Glen, Mrs. Babcock's historic Massachusetts house near the wild countryside, rappels herself into an under-the-knoll witch's kitchen and finds the 400-year-old grimoire, a Wiccan training manual, of Hyssop Joan, a white witch Puritan villagers had tormented into going black.

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Quale rapporto aveva Pablo Picasso con le donne? Quale influenza hanno avuto le donne sulla sua arte? Furono molte quelle che lo accompagnarono nella vita, ammaliate e soggiogate dal suo genio tanto da diventarne dipendenti e spesso uscirne pazze. M’usa, con l’apostrofo è un podcast in 8 puntate che dà voce a 8 donne che con Picasso hanno vissuto, sofferto, sperato, amato. 8 monologhi dove ognuna di loro, mentre cucina, ripercorre la propria storia al fianco di uno degli artisti più grandi di tutti i tempi, ma anche uno degli uomini più piccoli, dalla crudeltà inaudita quando si ...

This techno-thriller is about a young man in the National Guard. Upon completion of his advanced training as a Cyber Operations Specialist, he is assigned to the Armory in his home town. He is attached to the Intel & Sustainment unit. A secret and a mystery from his past, sets him on a journey of discovery, which will change his life forever.

Mary, a seventy-year-old widow, moves into her deceased Aunt’s house in a small rural township. She meets the ghost of a distant cousin, who was murdered there 25 years ago and who’s spirit remained on earth. They set out together in search of justice.

Ship to Shore is a romantic suspense story. Jared returns to his hometown on a 60-day bereavement leave, after being gone for 13 years in the Merchant Marines. He meets Lois living in his childhood house and his life changes in ways he never expected. Her ex is a control freak and trouble maker, causing things to get messy. This story of passion and commitment takes place in beautiful Northern California, and is rich in local flavor. There is something for everyone in this most unique tale. A perfect read for the weekend or a day at the beach. Give in to your romantic side and feel the love...

Ethan Alan lands a sweet job in another state. The young couple, Megan 18 and Ethan 21 move out of their family homes and share an apartment together. Free and in love, they explore life together. This story is about their personal development, adventures and social interaction with new found friends. This story is suitable for ages sixteen and above.

Jack, a retired journalist, was broke and depressed after his wife died. He discovered he was a dead ringer for a retired wealthy man. Jack decided to not only steal his identity, but to steal his life. He had nothing to lose and would let nothing stand in his way.