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My kidnapper believes that taking me as his wife will make him a true king of my people. But with a soul as black as his, I can never let that happen. But he knows just how to break me. My mutant is his plaything. My berserker stands at his side. And my dragon shifter may betray everything he holds dear to protect me. It’s said that I’m destined for greatness. But if I have anything to say about it, that destiny will be to destroy this house and every cruel life within it. I just hope I can overcome the monster inside of me, or else we’re all doomed.

Jacob Evans, a successful entrepreneur, is shattered after losing his wife, Monica, in a tragic car accident. Just as his life spirals into despair, an opportunity arises an experimental AI project tied to one of his business investments. The offer? A lifelike AI replica of Monica, designed to think, speak, and behave exactly like her. At first, the AI Monica seems like a miracle, breathing life back into Jacob’s empty world. But as time passes, she grows possessive, reacting with unsettling jealousy whenever another woman shows interest in him.

When Will and his dad move in with Lola and her mum, there's lots to get used to. It's nice to have another kid in the house, even though Will thinks he's the Karate Kid! But Will and Lola don't have much in common ... until Lola takes up karate too. Can it bring them together? Or will it karate chop them apart?

When Casey tells Tamsin her biggest secret, she is sure it's safe with her friend. But the next day, her secret's out! What sort of friend would do that?

Zoe can't wait to meet Isabelle, the new girl. What will she be like, and will they be friends? No matter what, Zoe is going to make sure Isabelle feels welcome at their school. But it turns out Isabelle has no trouble fitting in right away. And when she starts being really mean, Zoe has to choose between being mean too, or standing tall and being a good friend.

Toscane, 1944. Als de nazi's Italië binnenvallen, doet prinses Evelina Messina er alles aan om ze een warm welkom te geven in haar landhuis Villa Rosa. Tientallen jaren later bezoekt de Amerikaanse Annie Reynolds het in verval geraakte landgoed. Als Annie het dagboek vindt van de beruchte prinses Evelina Messina, waar veel pagina's zorgvuldig uit zijn weggesneden, begint ze te twijfelen aan het negatieve beeld van Evelina dat de dorpelingen schetsen.

Iris is on an awesome family holiday. But her little brother is being sooo annoying! Can they still have a great time, or will he ruin everything?

The book examines a social cognitive framework that includes the importance of the autonomic nervous system (ANS). It also discusses the positive influence of safety and belonging on the prefrontal cortex. Educating Students provides tools for negotiating the abstract realities of school and raising achievement, it reveals strategies for calming students, and it explores how to build a wider community of support.

“I Dated A Psychopath And Lived” is part of my story, a story about a regular guy and his tumultuous relationship with Rose. I begin by stating that every story has five sides: my truth, my people's truth, Rose's truth, her people's truth, and the actual truth, which I believe “my truth” best aligns with the actual truth. I recount my initial attraction to Rose, an outgoing and beautiful woman, and how we quickly became involved. Despite an internal initial rule against dating coworkers, I pursue Rose, captivated by her energy and beauty.

Set in the heart of Bridgeport, this story follows two people whose bond is as undeniable as it is impossible. Stephanie is searching for answers. Edward never offers any. Yet somehow, they always find their way back to each other—again and again. Through silence, distance, heartbreak, and time, they remain tethered by something deeper than words. As Stephanie struggles to balance the desire to be loved with the need to be whole, she begins to unravel beneath the weight of everything unsaid. And just when it feels like there’s nothing left to hold on to, fate steps in with one final twist.

Gemma loves gymnastics, and she might actually have a chance at competing at the Olympic level one day. But she's just had the worst class EVER, and her coach isn't happy. She messed up big time, but she has an idea for how to win back her coach's favor ... if she can pull it off. Is Gemma's life as a gymnast over? Or will her clever plan keep her on the team?

Sophie makes a new friend when she is swapped into another class at school. But with camp coming up, will she be forced to choose between her new bestie and her old bestie?

Chloe's nervous about going back to school. She has to get used to a new teacher and harder, more challenging work. But she didn't expect to be the only student to find the new math so difficult.

Bec loves swimming – and she loves being the fastest in the class! But when she joins junior squad, Bec discovers that there's more to swimming than just winning.

Usually Annabelle loves her birthday party, but this year everything keeps going wrong! Will she be able to make it the best birthday ever, or will it be a total disaster?

Cassie is convinced her big sister hates her. First, Hillary cuts off Cassie's hair (so she won't look like such a baby!). Then she stops talking to her. But Cassie knows a secret about Hillary's biggest fear. And she's going to use it to win her big sister back!

Buried beneath a ruined world, The Haven was built to protect humanity—by imprisoning it. In this sprawling, subterranean dystopia, survival means obedience, and truth is just another casualty of control. But Lyra Caulder refuses to stop dreaming of the sky. Haunted by forbidden questions and driven by a stolen map, Lyra risks everything to escape The Haven and reach the surface—a journey that will test her body, mind, and the very beliefs that shaped her. What she discovers is not the wasteland she was promised, but a world alive with possibility, secrets, and danger.

Un comportamiento vergonzoso no tiene cabida en el ambiente laboral y se torna aún más crítico cuando dichas acciones no éticas son conductas inapropiadas ejercidas por los oficiales de la ley. Cuando esos que se enfrentan a la discriminación son los mismos hombres y mujeres encargados de proteger a sus conciudadanos del crimen, alguien debe hacerse cargo de la justicia.

Make informed decisions with this deep dive into the American economy and politics—minimize and maximize your strengths and weaknesses with knowledge so you can rely on your own wits to succeed.

"Bad Fatima" follows a mischievous young girl named Fatima, who often plays pranks on others to gain attention. But as her teasing becomes hurtful, she earns the nickname "Bad Fatima." Lonely and misunderstood, Fatima goes on a transformative journey when she accidentally becomes the target of laughter. Through a simple act of kindness from a girl she used to make fun of, Fatima realizes the impact of her actions and decides to change. Determined to be kind and make genuine connections, she learns the power of empathy, apology, and friendship.