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A womanizing married senator, enjoying a tryst in his Delaware beach home with a beautiful black woman, discovers that his paramour has accidentally drowned. Aware of the scandal that could ensue and destroy his political career, the senator mounts a campaign of cover-up and cynical lies designed to deflect the potential damage. This suspenseful tale of adultery, media manipulation, and political chicanery has familiar overtones and exposes the dilemma faced by any public figure who chooses the path of dissimulation and lying to protect his or her career.

Der alte Kaiser beschließt seinen Sohn zu verheiraten. Da der Sohn sehr musikalisch ist, willigte er in diesen Plan nur ein, wenn sich ein Mädchen findet, die die Melodie, die er vorgibt, nachsingen kann. Nach langem Suchen finden die Boten des Königs ein solches Mädchen, die sehr schön ist, aber aus einfachen Verhältnissen kommt. Der König weigert sich, seinen Sohn mit einem einfachen Mädchen zu vermählen und verschweigt darum ihre Existenz.

Xaver Finkbeiner sieht sich einem bösen Verdacht ausgesetzt. Er soll vor Jahren einen mutmaßlichen Entführer unter Folterandrohung zum Reden gezwungen haben. Das jedenfalls scheint das plötzlich aufgetauchte Tonbandprotokoll eines alten Verhörs zu belegen. Finkbeiner ist entsetzt und mit den Nerven völlig runter. Ein Disziplinarverfahren wäre das Ende seiner Polizeikarriere. Auch Nina Brändle ist fassungslos. Soll und kann sie ihrem suspendierten Kollegen helfen? Die Ermittlungen gegen eine Tierimport-Mafia muss sie, mehr schlecht als recht, ohne ihn betreiben.

Egomanische Testosteron-Striezelchen, Frauen mit viel zuviel Hollywood im Kopf und ein Nougatauge, auf das man sich verlässlich nicht verlassen kann...

Diese Hypnose verankert kalorienarmes, bewusstes Essverhalten und ermöglicht einen konsequenten Verzicht auf kalorienreiche, dick machende Lebensmittel, die gern und zu oft gegessen werden. Die Kilos purzeln wie von allein und der Traumfigur steht nichts mehr im Wege.

In this revealing and touching audiobook of struggle and joy, Mary tells her story of a difficult marriage, financial troubles and dashed dreams. A powerful survival instinct helped her find solutions to seemingly insurmountable problems. An enticing listen from beginning to end, Mary’s book reveals her talent for sharing her innermost thoughts. In doing so, she captures feelings of insecurity and triumph - universal emotions that will move and resonate with those who read about her ever-eventful world of bagels.

These simple, clear biographies of remarkable women provide an excellent starting point for children beginning history studies. In A Book of Eleanor Roosevelt, highlights of the life of the woman known as the "First Lady of the World" provide a fascinating glimpse into her background as well as the history of her times.

An informative introduction to a prominent American leader, A Book of Thomas Jefferson covers his accomplishments and the events that impacted his decisions as a statesman. Simple presentation and interesting details combine for a well-rounded biography of this popular historical figure.

¡Ayuda! ¡Viene el lobo! ************************* Hace muchos años, en una tierra muy lejana Vivía la familia de un pastor que trabajaba de forma cotidiana Entre las montañas tan altas y las laderas tan empinadas Sus tres hijos mayores cuidaban de las ovejas mimadas.

Cuento de Navidad para niños *********************************** Todos sabemos que hay magia que cada año viene, En que se aproxima la Navidad y cuando cae la nieve, En una pequeña villa toda llena de iluminación, Un hombre de nieve estaba de guardia con dedicación.

Nothing but flowers ******************* Late, late at night, when I just couldn’t sleep I heard a noise outside, it sounded like a beep A flying saucer landed, and no, it was no joke: A little man emerged, who looked at me and spoke

The Halloween Adventure in Mexico Join a family on their unforgettable Halloween vacation in Mexico! When their curious son sneaks away to the beach, he suddenly finds himself in the middle of a wild and mysterious adventure. With a giant whale lurking in the deep blue sea and an unexpected journey beneath the waves, the family must uncover the secrets of the ocean before it’s too late. Will they find their way back, or will Halloween hold a surprise they’ll never forget? This fun and slightly spooky story is perfect for children ages 4 to 8, offering just the right amount of excitement...

Last week, Nina was a professor about to move into a gorgeous new apartment with her long-term boyfriend. Now, she's single, unemployed, and living with her parents. Even more shocking is the fact that Quentin, her childhood neighbour (and okay, fine, crush), is also back in town - and wants to resume the treasure hunt that ended their friendship almost two decades ago.

A good deed turns deadly… When Trip Walker, a PI-in-training with a troubled past, rescues a young man with special needs from kidnappers, he’s thrust into a dangerous game. What starts as a simple good deed quickly spirals into a maze of deceit, greed, and violence that threatens to consume them both. Trip soon discovers that Reggie, the young man he saved, stands at the center of a vicious family feud. To protect Reggie and uncover the truth, Trip must navigate a minefield of shifting alliances and hidden agendas. But in this high-stakes game, everyone seems determined to use Reggie ...

I Played, Too is a podcast featuring relatives, athletes, musicians and entertainers who also had careers. You might know the last name but perhaps not the first. This podcast aims to let them tell their stories. (Also, from time to time, we'll talk to celebrities outside those realms who might have performed as well.)

Whats up Baked Beans! Welcome to our podcast where two dudes enjoy some of their favorite flower strains and tell spooky stories, talk about creepy cryptids, and share some cool and unusual history. Grab your dose of the devil's lettuce and get Baked and Bewildered with us!

What if the cataclysmic Tunguska explosion of 1908 was caused, not by a meteor or a comet, but by a microscopic black hole? … Well, like as not, you already know that story — the one told by Bill DeSmedt in his award-winning novel/podcast Singularity. What you may not know, though, is the story behind the story: the science behind Singularity. Surprisingly (or maybe not), you can learn a lot about primordial black holes and the Tunguska Event and black hole radiation and the Big Bang on the pages of Singularity. And you don’t have to take our word for it: some world-class physicists ...

The corruptive power of money and ambition in American politics begins in Venice where a Washington woman reporter trying to repair a bad marriage suddenly spots a professional jeweler, a key figure in the world of Washington's powerful social and political elite. When she returns to Washington she is shocked to discover that the jeweler has not returned and has, in effect, disappeared. This piques her curiosity and what she uncovers goes to the heart of political corruption on a grand scale; deals with diamonds smuggled into the country to finance a presidential political campaign.

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Diplomacy, ethics, and passion clash in these chronicles of the social scene in the nation's capital. Originally published in Dossier magazine, these stories are a priceless series from Warren Adler about the rarely revealed, behind-the-scenes peccadilloes of official Washington. Revelations of life in the nation's capital, these stories make you privy to Washington's socially elite circles.