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When Detective Karen Hart hears a scream echoing out of beautiful Lincoln Cathedral one snowy evening, she is the first officer on the scene. In the chapel a man lies murdered, a bloody cross carved into his forehead. A note to the police from the murderer, signed by "The Cleanser", confirms their worst fears: this sadistic slaying is the first of many. When early leads become dead ends, Karen starts to wonder if there’s a link to a rumoured conspiracy within police ranks - particularly when an abrasive new officer is assigned to the case.

Written after his wife's tragic death as a way of surviving the "mad midnight moments", A Grief Observed is C.S. Lewis's honest reflection on the fundamental issues of life, death, and faith in the midst of loss. This work contains his concise, genuine reflections on that period.

When decomposed human remains are discovered in a suitcase behind a locked door in the home of an elderly man, Detective Karen Hart thinks the facts speak for themselves. That is, until she finds the warning: It’s time to pay for your crime. The body belongs to a former teacher, Oliver Fox, who vanished from the village thirty years earlier. Hart’s instincts tell her there is something untoward about this rural Lincolnshire community—especially when she uncovers evidence suggesting that, although Fox was a victim, he certainly wasn’t innocent.

All is not well in Arch City. Grave has won the respect of the therians, but at what cost? His people have been attacked, so it's time to do what a supervillain does best... get revenge. But even if he squashes the rival gang like a bug, other, more powerful foes are circling. Ranger is still hunting him, but he has a plan for the world's strongest man, while other threats south of the border have noticed the new player in town. To face them, he needs to master his magic and marshal his resources. Speaking of resources, there is a problem with the money. A problem he has to fix personally.

Michael Havel was flying over Idaho en route to the holiday home of his passengers when the plane's engines inexplicably died, forcing a less than perfect landing in the wilderness. And, as Michael leads his charges to safety, he begins to realize that the engine failure was not an isolated incident.

Suffering is an undeniable aspect of life. In this book, renowned New Testament scholar Craig Keener delves into the perennial question of hardship, offering a biblical understanding of suffering and resilience. Balancing insightful exposition of Scripture with compelling stories of Christians worldwide who have faced trials for their faith, Keener reveals how believers can endure by the power of the Holy Spirit.

In Almost Worthy, Simone Atkinson shares a raw and personal journey of what happens when awards and applause feed self-doubt instead of purpose. What begins as a pursuit of success spirals into insecurity, comparison, and internal silence.

Guy Erma, a math prodigy and champion blades fighter, wants nothing more than to join Earth’s planetary defense force, the Dome Militant. But as an unregistered orphan, he’s an outsider with no identity—and no future. That changes when a royal performance spirals into chaos. Prince Teodor vanishes. Cyborg terrorists attack. The fate of the twelve-planet Dodecahedral Empire hangs by a thread. Suddenly, Guy is humanity’s last hope in a deadly game of power, deception, and survival. What begins as a quest for a uniform becomes a battle for the very future of the Empire.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) causes a myriad of physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms that impact function and quality of life for those with the disease and those providing care. Navigating Life with Multiple Sclerosis is a practical guide for meeting the challenges of this lifelong, unpredictable disease.

Freshly hired as a marine monster expert, Morane leaves her old kingdom for the bustling, diverse Port Glass—and a place aboard The Journey’s End. She dreams of adventure and discovery, but her first voyage proves perilous in unexpected ways. With a vengeful captain, a kind first mate, and a ship caught between survival and morality, Morane must confront the monsters of the sea—and those within her own crew. As betrayal and desperation lead to tragedy, Morane faces an impossible choice: abandon her new life to save herself or defy the odds to stand by her newfound family.

Russell Palmer is known for taking on unusual and high-risk cases alongside his private detective associate, Robbie Whyte. When the wealthy and alluring Christina Franco approaches him to represent her during divorce proceedings, he finds her story impossible to resist.

Getting Down To The Naked Truth gives listeners a safe and non-judgmental space to partake in deep self-reflection. As they navigate the chapters, they will analyze the multiple layers of themselves and be encouraged and loved by what the word of God says through the Holy Bible. This book falls in the category of The Devotional/Christian Living. It is a perfect listen for individuals who are seeking a literature piece that applies homework in self-growth, healing, analyzation, reflection, correction, vision casting, and Christian principles.

Growing up in Puerto Rico, Wanda Díaz Merced wanted to learn everything she could about the stars. But in college she started losing her sight. How could she study what she couldn't see? Wanda found a way. She learned to hear the stars using sonification, which converts data into sounds. Listening to those chimes and drumbeats, she made new discoveries about the universe.

Join author S.E. Linn on a wild and hilarious journey through the chaotic world of online dating in her new memoir, "Adventures in Online Dating." From the cringe-worthy encounters with a man and his cat-hair-covered adult toy, to the emotionally unavailable "Viking" with a wife and spa plans, this book is a rollercoaster ride of modern love. But amidst the laughter and relatable moments, lies a cautionary tale of the dangers of swiping right.

Tora Hamilton er læge, nygift og netop flyttet til de afsidesliggende Shetlandsøer i det nordligste Skotland. En blæsende og regnfuld eftermiddag gør hun et frygteligt fund. Liget af en ung kvinde er blevet begravet på Toras mark. Kvindens bryst er blevet åbnet og hjertet brutalt fjernet. Tora er overbevist om, at forbrydelsen har sit udspring i nogle ældgamle legender, og snart opdager hun, at flere kvinder har lidt en lignende uhyggelig skæbne.

Et si on prenait le temps d’écouter vraiment ? Bienvenue dans un podcast qui donne la parole à celles et ceux qui font battre le cœur de notre société. Artisans discrets, artistes engagés, entrepreneurs audacieux, rêveurs lucides ou figures du quotidien : ici, pas de format figé, juste des conversations sincères. On parle parcours, passions, doutes, inspirations et révoltes. On parle de vie, tout simplement. Chaque épisode est une rencontre, un échange profond et humain, une plongée dans un univers singulier. Pas de profil type, juste des histoires vraies qui touchent, étonnent...

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I've had tunnel vision for one main goal for so long, that I forgot there was a whole other world just outside. Until Lana. She's everything I never expected, and I love the fact I can never guess her every move or reaction. It's part of the reason I keep falling. But I also know she shuts me out, hides things from me she feels she can't share. One day, I hope she trusts me enough to share. It isn't until my job puts her at risk that I realize just how fierce she is, but it doesn't stop me from doing all I can to protect her.

This is an academic work describing how the New Testament writers re-purpose Genesis 6:1-5 in their presentation of Jesus as messiah. Though every topic addressed in Reversing Hermon can be found in scholarly academic literature, Reversing Hermon is the first book to gather this information and make it accessible to Bible students everywhere. The book also includes lengthy appendices on the ancient debate on the inspiration of the book of 1 Enoch, New Testament allusions to the book, and academic resources.

Rain Christiansen, cold-case detective and reluctant medium, is very aware of that fact. But when infamous serial killer Thomas Kane wants to meet, there's no way Rain can say no. He also can't refuse Kane's offer - find his missing wife, Delilah, and he'll reveal the location of his victim's bodies. Rain has never turned down a good quid pro quo, and he doesn't intend to start. The hunt for Kane's wife leads to yet another cold case, three copycat murders, and an investigation where nothing is as it seems. Soon, Rain is dealing with a ghost unlike any he's ever dealt with before.