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Sparks fly when a wealthy divorcee falls in love with a handsome window washer, but she must face the scrutiny of the affluent society in which she lives! Can they grow their secret love or are the odds already stacked against them? Angela has everything she ever wanted except true love. The powerful socialite has just taken the reins of her father’s magazine, Elite. It is the culmination of a lifetime of preparation. One she has desired since childhood. Unfortunately, Angela let her personal life fall apart. Divorced and struggling to understand her teenage son, Angela meets the future ...

In the wake of physicist Jack Hawker's discovery of a seemingly inert alien artifact, the world is thrust into an unprecedented blackout, rendering all devices and systems inert. Plunged into an abyss of uncertainty and fear, the world grapples with the sudden silence of the digital age—one where the interconnected threads of modern life are severed. Amidst the chaos and darkness, Hawker races against time to decipher the purpose of the invisible cosmic enigma. As societal structures crumble, the fate of civilization hangs in the balance, tethered to a celestial unknown that may either be...

The path is alight… And fraught with danger. As more and more (evidence) of iniquity in the Wulady Realm comes to light, it could prove to be the edge that the High Family has hoped for, to find their enemies; but it could also prove the be the undoing of all they hold dear, as the cohesion of the Realm hangs by the thinnest thread of a glassine web. For wrong or for right… They must forge ahead. And in the waning turns of the Ava’dan, the Inimical Ones seem to grow stronger and bolder, reaching forth shadowy talons to take and hold the world of Alona for all time. Not only must they ...

A man wakes up in the middle of nowhere and remembers nothing. A voice in his head tells him something was 'installed' inside him, and along with it; a random ability-- the time-altering kind. Follow the story of Number 042 as he tries to uncover the mysteries of his past and the future of alternate Earth.

In a land ruled by armor, the iron man is king. Jakson the thief holds no love for the throne. His half-brother, the crown prince, hates him. His father, the king, refuses to acknowledge him. He is at home on the streets as a trickster and rogue. Yet he dreams of knighthood. For armor is power, and the king's knights wield the strongest steel. A desperate gamble leads Jakson to an otherworldly artifact: armor from another age. His discovery propels him into a deadly game of knights, a game of treachery, violence, and corruption. Threats arise from beyond the kingdom and from within. Allies ...

An Ear for Murder When oboist Sara Baron returns to her hometown for her grandfather's surprise birthday party, she discovers her childhood friend has been murdered and 'hear no evil' isn't an option. Whispered Clues The new community center celebrates its grand opening with a flair. Boom! Lights out! The building contractor? Dead. When Sara's former teacher is accused of the murder, Sara steps in to find the real culprit and restore harmony to her hometown. Bad Vibes A land deal, whistle blowing, a jealous ex. No shortage of motives for her friend’s disappearance. When her friend's ...

Tiffany Black and Rosie finally meet their landlord and his cute Rottweiler puppy. But when the puppy unearths some disturbing remains, the duo are enlisted to help uncover what's really going on. Is someone setting out to frame them and their landlord? Or is something more sinister happening? . Praise for A.R. Winters: "The perfect balance of being lighthearted, but still a serious page-turning mystery." - Jaycie D, Amazon.com "A fun cozy mystery with engaging and entertaining characters" - lq, Amazon.com "For fans of Janet Evanovich, Rhys Bowen and Jana DeLeon, this is a funny, clean ...

Step into a world where fire meets sand, and creativity fuses with science in "The Alchemy of Fusion," your ultimate guide to the magical art of glass fusing. Imagine crafting stunning glass pieces that radiate with life, color, and texture. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned artist seeking to refine your craft, this remarkable eBook offers a treasure trove of knowledge, ready to transform your artistic journey. "The Alchemy of Fusion" is not just a book; it's an immersive experience for anyone enthralled by the luminous allure of glass art. Your adventure begins with the ...

Everyone has a story…and a dream. Patricia didn’t trust easily. Her ex-husband had taught her all the reasons not to. But Daine didn’t give up easily. Andrew wanted to make certain his granddaughter was happy with her life…then his daughter showed up. Jillian was determined to learn more about her family’s history and the mystery surrounding the woman in the painting at Daine’s house…she didn’t count on Nic being just as interested in it as she was. Hannah couldn’t be happier with her new husband…or so she thought. Livy was thrilled with her and Patricia’s business ...

With this work, the author explores the life and role of Joan of Arc from a historical and spiritual perspective in light of the work of Dr. Rudolf Steiner (1861-1925) who founded the Anthroposophical Society and Spiritual Science. Joan, in light of Spiritual Science, is more than just a heroine of France, she was a heroine of England, Western Europe, and the world. This fact becomes clear, in light of Spiritual Science and the findings of Dr. Steiner achieved through the expanded powers of clairvoyance of a genuine spiritual initiate, when one considers that Joan worked under the guidance ...

Superweapon stud? That's what the doctor ordered. The Beastmasters are dwindling. The Mekanics are growing bolder. Everyone's desperate for the next magic bullet. With no more Chimerics arriving, there's only one way to make more Beastmasters. Me. I'm not against making baby Beastmasters with the hotties on my squad. The problem is that they're not telling me everything. The last time they tried this, things got pretty ugly... All hell's breaking loose. Secrets are spilling left and right. Even my alien cat Zoe can't keep all the facts straight. And everyone wants a piece of me. There's ...

Desaray, a normal 14 year old girl, living a normal life. Her everyday life suddenly changed when the world as she knew it ceased to exist. Her world, but not her world. Monsters appearing out of nowhere. 90% of the population disappeared. An apocalypse like none other. A system gained from killing a single monster. Once human, now a dragon... All of these things happening all at the same time, turning Desaray's world upside down. How will she cope in this new world, not as a human but as a dragon?

Embark on a journey through time and uncover the secrets of a family torn apart by war and forbidden love in this captivating novel. Follow the lives of Sophia and Lily as they navigate the complexities of their past, present, and future. From the quaint home in Richmond-upon-Thames to war-torn Italy, Sophia and Lily face heartbreak, sacrifice, and danger as they fight for love and the truth. With family secrets threatening to tear them apart, they must make difficult choices that could change everything they know. Through letters, journals, and old photographs, Sophia and Lily uncover the ...

He dated three women at once. Now he's dead. When Tiffany's rental car gets totaled by a moose named "Swanky," she and her friend Rosie find themselves stranded at a luxury ski lodge—smack in the middle of a high-school reunion gone bad. Things get awkward real fast when half the women at the chalet start comparing notes and realize they've all been dating the same charming guy—one of them even thinks she's engaged to him! Pretty soon, Mr. Tall, Dark, and Definitely Unavailable turns up dead. As if that wasn't dramatic enough, the so-called fiancée reveals he had her late grandmother's...

It is 1785 and enforcers of the Spanish Inquisition are still hunting down and torturing conversos—Jews who outwardly converted to Christianity, but who practiced their Judaism in secret. When nineteen-year-old converso Anica Amselem refuses a cut of pork in Valencia’s marketplace, she and her husband Efren come under the suspicion of the Church as secret Jews, endangering their lives and that of their infant daughter Isabel. Accompanied by Anica’s beloved friend and servant, Mariana, they set sail for Charleston, South Carolina where Efren’s uncle, Philip, owns a rice plantation. ...

The first three books in the "Gates of the Underworld" series of Greek mythology romance, including: Wrath of the Gods (Book #1) In this addictive Greek Mythology Romance series, I face the wrath of Ares, the god of war, who wants me dead. My life has been a facade of beauty for 250 years, but when my sister Janie dies, everything changes. Seeking help from my mother, the goddess Aphrodite, I embark on a perilous journey to the underworld. Along the way, I encounter Adonis, Queen Azhrea, and a host of challenges. Can I survive and confront Ares, who seeks revenge on my mother? Relics of ...

Necesitaba el ritmo perfecto. Encontró la musa perfecta. Marcus Moon vive solo para una cosa: la música EDM. Con su talento y determinación, está a punto de triunfar como productor, si tan solo pudiese conseguir ese último impulso. No tiene tiempo para distracciones, especialmente relaciones. Sus padres, estrictos y tradicionales, ya dudan de su elección profesional; fracasar no es una opción. Colin Talton ha pasado toda su vida jugando a lo seguro. Tímido, reservado y con formación clásica en piano, nunca ha encontrado el valor para explorar su sexualidad o salir de su zona de ...

Sylvie thought she was safe with Father Jacques. She never saw them coming. This is the third novella in The Light of Sylvie series. She has been chased by pirates and forced to flee Georgetown lest she be convicted of killing Herr Becker. Would she ever be free? Would she ever be able to exact sweet revenge on pirates? Would she ever find a home, a man to love, a refuge from her ghosts? Follow her adventures - treasures to be found, a confrontation with Stone Eyes and a legend to fulfill.

What if an entire world depended on you to preserve its very existence? Logan LeVec is an over-achieving middle-schooler who struggles socially. He enjoys a strong bond with his grandfather who tells the most over-the-top imaginative stories, much to the dismay of Logan’s mother, who worries about her father’s detachment from reality. But Logan soon discovers that the stories were all true, and a subtle form of training to prepare him for his higher purpose. With the help of Muggins the Elementalist, and Ginny the girl next door, Logan enters Cameria through a magic portal. Cameria is ...

MYTH AND MAGIC COLLIDE IN THIS CULMINATING TALE FROM THE ORB OF ZORN TRILOGYThe unexpected unfurls as the key members of Elcon’s party are split up again. While Dras recovers from the last, grueling siege, Talia promises to serve as Elcon’s guardian, but when the Lef Sagori suddenly rushes off in the middle of the night, everything seems to go awry. Trapped in the infamous city of Istol, Marlon and Elcon are forced to serve as drawboys for a wretched silk master. Rowena Ravenwill offers a glimmer of hope when she persuades Count Prial to host a gallant tournament. Champions and ...