Winter Adventure

Logan Cobalt rarely dates, but finds himself asking out the elusive waiter at Bailey's Cafe. Sure, he has spent numerous lunch hours chatting up the beautiful man over sandwiches, but nothing has come close to a real date. When Logan finds out Macy's hiding a secret, he will move heaven and earth to keep the man safe. After all, he runs a successful security and bodyguard business, so it wouldn't be hard to issue a protection detail. Would it?

There’s not much I miss about prison, save for the buttoned-up therapist who doled out subtle commands and generous praise in equal measure. We never spoke of the crackling tension between us, but every time he straightened my posture or called me a good boy, we knew what was going on.

It seems, yet again, that breaking the Binding has shattered the world. And the only hope of mending it is Anna and Mátyás working together. But it's never that simple, is it? The praetheria, the creatures once held captive by the spell, are now waging war against the Austro-Hungarian empire. And they are holding Noémi hostage - using her life to manipulate Anna and Mátyás, like marionettes on a string.

Twice-orphaned Sylvi has chipped out a niche for herself on Layce, an island cursed by eternal winter. Alone in her truck, she takes comfort in two things: the solitude of the roads and the favor of Winter, an icy spirit who has protected her since she was a child.

The Iskat Empire rules its vassal planets through a system of treaties—so when Prince Taam, key figure in a political alliance, is killed, a replacement must be found. His widower, Jainan, is rushed into an arranged marriage with the disreputable aristocrat Kiem, in a bid to keep rising hostilities between two worlds under control. But Prince Taam's death may not have been an accident, and when Jainan himself is a suspect, he and Kiem must navigate the perils of the Iskat court, solve a murder and prevent an interplanetary war.

There’s a Dead Body on the Ski Slope! Sam Painter was a great guy and a wonderful community leader. Woman loved him, men respected him. Someone hated him. Enough to murder him. Lily, LauraLea and Dr. Kenzie Zee are devastated over the death of their friend. Sam, an expert skier and former Olympian, had planned a full day of skiing on Massanutten Mountain’s Diamond slope. He was stopped, dead in his tracks. The chicks help Kenzie investigate the crime, but a series of twists, turns and evil keep them guessing whodunit far longer than they would like. It's bitter cold on the mountain and ...

Introducing Once Upon a Winter’s Break™ by Juniper Penbrook: A Modern-Day Retelling of A Christmas Carol! Solaris Dreamscapes Publishing House is proud to introduce a fresh take on a timeless story woven with the whimsy and quirkiness reminiscent of children’s classics. Dive into the delightful universe of Once Upon a Winter’s Break™ by the imaginative Juniper Penbrook. Harper's magical journey is a year-round delight. It's a tale for all seasons, packed with charm and adventure, perfect to enjoy any day of the year! As the winter season settles in, prepare to join the audacious ...

When would he learn that trying to do everything by himself could be deadly,,, and make her a widow before they were married? Alaskan Arlie Bigger didn’t regret asking Charlene to be his wife the first week they met but now that he had a family, he needed to curb his impetuous urges. Entering dangerous situations as an undercover detective just got more complicated.

Welcome to "Surviving the Ice," the definitive guide for anyone with an adventurous spirit who is set on their path to explore Earth's polar regions. From the mighty Arctic to the vast, unending expanse of the Antarctic, this guide prepares you to traverse these extremes like a seasoned veteran. Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring landscapes of the polar regions with this comprehensive read. It not only paints an illuminating picture of these beautiful, frosty terrains but also imparts essential knowledge of their unique weather patterns. You'll be equipped with a range of survival skills...

Gaspar, Melchior, and Balthazar My father, brother, and I are the Three Kings of legend. We bear the gifts that everyone buys. From electronics and toys to trees and candy, we control every single aspect of the trillion-dollar Christmas industry. Because for us – the holiday season is all about the cash. We’re rich, powerful, and love punishing anyone who tries to ruin our merry moneymaking. The only thing missing is a Mrs. Wiseman to give me children and ensure my family’s domination of the yuletide tradition continues long after I’m gone. My cunning best friend finds the perfect ...

THE MAUS TRAP A quiet winter vacation in the Alps. A romantic and secluded hotel. Only nine guests. A famous crime novelist who is being stalked. Three shots, one dead body—a new case for Penny Küfer. Each book in the series features a complete, standalone mystery—perfect to enjoy in any order.

The long journey down the highway has come to an end, and as Chris and his girls at last find the town of Pine Lake, they discover that tragedy has struck. Raiders have burned down almost the entire town. Most of the population is dead, missing, or scattered across the region. Food reserves and medicine stocks were lost in the fire. Dangerous men and animals roam the frozen wilderness as temperatures plummet.

Exiled from the Smoky Mountains for gunning down a man in self-defense, Breck Wallace tries to make a new home in St. Louis, even tries his hand at romance, but some men are too wild to settle down. Breck is soon back on the trail, where a vicious gang of trappers, after his goods, picks up his scent and begins to dog his every step, until Breck’s only choice is to bed down for the winter with a tribe of friendly Indians. In the frigid, brutal cold of a Rocky Mountain winter, he hopes to find peace...but death is not done with Breck Wallace.

Jake Kyle needed to get away and never more so than now. The political quagmire that he’s help to bring to a boil is about to land on his doorstep. It was time to Retreat to Woodhaven. Under normal circumstances he’d be more than happy to take his critics on face to face and had done just that more than once over the years. And more than once he had been the one to walk away smiling. But this time in the midst of everything he’s embroiled in, he has other far more important things to take care of. People who need him in ways they never had before. Family who counted on him though ...

For honoring his word to Kuznetsov, Hale finds himself caught in a web of unexpected consequences. To safeguard the future of Nea, Aina, and his unborn child, Hale embarks on a daring odyssey. A nearly impossible mission with long odds. It's a reckless gambit for redemption, where success holds the key to forgiveness. Can Hale navigate the treacherous terrain behind enemy lines and emerge victorious from the heart-pounding crucible of his audacious Raid On Russia?

In The Fairy of Festive Wishes, meet Holly, a cheerful holiday fairy who listens to the whispered wishes of children all around the world. With a sprinkle of winter stardust and a heart full of kindness, Holly sets off on a sparkling journey to make their dreams take flight.

The Soviet plan to cut Finland in half failed spectacularly with the destruction of the 163rd and 44th Divisions at Suomassalmi and The Raate Road. Undeterred by the disaster, Soviet High Command crafted a new strategy to bisect Finland, targeting the crucial crossroads in the town of Kuhmo. Learning from their mistakes, they deployed the formidable 54th Mountain Division, seasoned in Arctic warfare, to achieve the objective. When ten thousand Red Army soldiers stormed across the border, the Finnish 9th Division, led by Colonel Siilasvuo, raced to intercept them. After days of fierce combat...

As a supernova burns brightly in the sky above a desolate Earth, something stirs in the affairs of men. It wants something they have, something untouchable, if it exists at all. Follow a bunch of renegades as they journey along parched prairies under a scorching sun and through dusty storms, testing friendships as they struggle to survive. Freedom comes at a cost, but to whom and why? Is someone or something watching over them, guiding their fates? If so, what is their purpose? Can the renegades see through the illusions and glimpse the hidden hand that pulls a veil over them to hide them ...

If Hallmark Mysteries joined the Travel Channel describes the Challenge Series. Dave and Katie Parker are a retirement aged couple recovering from difficult circumstances. “I feel like our old life was a boat that went over a waterfall with us inside. Now we’re bobbing up in the pool below, glad to be alive, but without a boat,” says Katie. The Challenge Series of novels follow the Parkers as they solve mysteries, thwart criminals, and find new adventures in colorful locales. Challenge for Two A series of difficult circumstances have recently forced Dave and Katie Parker into early ...

Richard Sharpe, abandoned in enemy territory, has to trust in assistance from a hostile American privateer. The invasion of France is under way and the British Navy has called upon the services of Major Richard Sharpe. He and a small force of riflemen are to capture a fortress and secure a landing on the French coast - one of the most dangerous missions of his career.