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Wynn Powe comes from a long line of powerful women, but when an elusive enemy draws too close for comfort, Wynn pursues a creature who can put an end to the fight. But when the powerful Guardian she calls forth makes her heart beast faster and her breath quicken, she must handle something she didn't count on at all - an earth-shattering attraction to the monster himself. Enter Knox. He may be a newly summoned gargoyle, but he possesses all the skills and memories of his race...and that includes protecting the beautiful woman he's bound to.

Every year, thousands of students from around the world come to Canada, Australia, the U.K., and the U.S. for an immersive, educational experience. Helping them to get the most of their overseas adventure are the homestay families who open their hearts and homes to these students. But beyond the usual tips on meal preparation and culture shock, what does it take to have success as a homestay family? If you’re ready to ask deeper questions, this collection of stories and guidance has your answers.

Ann M. Martin’s Baby-Sitters Club series featured a complex cast of characters and touched on an impressive range of issues that were underrepresented at the time: divorce, adoption, childhood illness, class division, and racism, to name a few. In We Are the Baby-Sitters Club, writers from the original BSC generation will reflect on the enduring legacy of Ann M. Martin’s beloved series, 35 years later - celebrating the BSC’s profound cultural influence.

For over five thousand years, there were always three binding rules for all Masters of Sinanju: 1) Payment is always in gold. No checks. 2) There is only one Master and one pupil. 3) No woman will ever be trained in Sinanju. Sunny Joe Roam will throw the last two rules out the window in order to fulfill his tribe's oldest commitment. He will train both Stone Smith and his half-sister, Freya Williams, in the deadly art of Sinanju, ushering in a new era for the tribe.

After a devastating attack cripples America’s power grid and communication systems, Ryan, Siena, and Max set out on a desperate journey to Boston. But the city they find is nothing like they imagined. Fires rage in the night, terrified families flee, and the streets are overrun with fear and violence. The military scrambles to contain the unrest while whispers of a hidden bomb spread panic through the city. For Ryan, time is running out. His survival hinges on finding medical help in a city collapsing under its own weight.

Zwei junge Frauen werden mit einem Brandzeichen auf dem Hals schwer verletzt vor ihrer Haustür gefunden. Schnell stellt sich heraus, dass dies ein Fall für die erst vor Kurzem gegründete Special Sexual Offences Unit der Staatsanwaltschaft Seattle ist. Als die Leiche einer weiteren gebrandmarkten jungen Frau mit ähnlichen Verletzungen auftaucht, überschlagen sich die Ereignisse.

I failed her. I need to fix this. The only reason she is caught up in this mess is because of me: my pack, my enemies, my secrets I’ll stop at nothing to keep them from destroying the only thing that matters to me. My Mate. What I fear most is that my betrayal will be too much, and she’ll never forgive me.

With the nation teetering on the edge of oblivion, Ryan and Siena embark on a treacherous journey across vast, perilous landscapes in search of Siena’s brother, Max. Every step they take is a battle for survival, testing their courage as they scavenge for resources and confront the challenges of a crumbling society. But as they push forward, Ryan’s worsening health becomes an undeniable threat, leaving them increasingly vulnerable to the dangers around them.

This audiobook is intended to show what Reiki is, what we can expect from Reiki therapy and some fundamental practices. It is aimed at the person who is curious about the system, for those who are thinking of doing their first level of Reiki therapy, or for anyone interested in another point of view about the system.

It's Christmas 1980, and inside a sprawling Upper West Side apartment, Faye Bascov is about to throw an opulent Christmas dinner - a tradition for this secular, well-educated Jewish family. But any family gathering is an invitation for old resentments to boil over, as Faye's sister-in-law Julie and the extended family have plenty to hash out. Flash-forward to 2000, and the apartment, now much shabbier, reflects how the family's fortunes have changed, and the Bascovs now have to reckon with the legacy of their family discord.

From the moment they met in the streets of San Francisco, Sabrina had mixed feelings about him. Bay Cameron was strong and noble but insufferably rude. Moments after he saved her life, he had insulted her pride - an unforgivable crime as far as she was concerned. Sabrina Lane was blind, but she could easily see that this man brought out her most passionate impulses. She might even fall in love with him - if she could stand his company.

When the grandmother who raised him dies, Davy Ross, a lonely 13-year-old boy, must move to Manhattan to live with his estranged mother. Between alcohol-infused lectures about her self-sacrifice and awkward visits with his distant father, Davy's only comfort is his beloved dachshund, Fred. Things start to look up when he and a boy from school become friends. But when their relationship takes an unexpected turn, Davy struggles to understand what happened and what it might mean.

The 5 shortlisted titles for the BBC National Short Story Award 2011 administered in partnership with Booktrust, containing: Rag Love by M. J. Hyland, read by Mike Sengelow; The Heart of Denis Noble by Alison MacLeod, read by Tim Pigott-Smith; Wires by Jon McGregor, read by Lydia Wilson; The Human Circadian Pacemaker by K. J. Orr, read by Indira Varma; The Dead Roads by D. W. Wilson, read by Trevor White.

For five friends, this was supposed to be one last getaway before going their separate ways - a chance to say good-bye to each other and to the game they've been playing for the past three years. But they're all dealing with their own demons, and they're all hiding secrets.

Live in Shame. Or Die with Honor. Such was the dilemma of Achilles. After being framed for treason by his younger brother, Henry Zhang finds himself in a similar position. He's been disgraced and branded a fugitive exile from the Heaven and Earth Society, a secret Magicians' Circle based out of China. With no life left to return to, only one thing guides his path forward.

Failure happens to everyone. It can knock you down, leave you doubting yourself, and make the future feel uncertain. But failure is not the end of your story. In fact, it can be the very beginning of a stronger, braver, and wiser version of you. This book is a gentle yet practical guide to help you rise again. With simple language and relatable stories, it shows you how to accept failure without shame, discover the lessons hidden in every setback, build resilience that lasts, seek support and inspiration from others, and most importantly, take action again with renewed energy.

What makes a true servant leader? In this inspiring book, Air Force Academy classmates Heather Wilson and David Goldfein share four decades of lessons from the marble halls of the Capitol to the sands of the Middle East with humor and humility. Dave, a four-star general and former Chief of Staff of the US Air Force, recounts being shot down in his F-16 over Serbia and other gripping stories. Heather, a former Congresswoman, university president, and Secretary of the Air Force, reveals the tough calls that shaped her leadership.

Clara visits her old family ancestral home. Intrigued by her families interesting and adventurous past. She accidently stumbles across a strange looking key. A relic from a time gone by. Unlocking a doorway, opening a time portal, to a forgotten bygone age. Where gentlemen and chivalry are still a part of everyday life. Little did she know, that adventure awaits, and, that she would meet a mysterious man, creating Echoes’ Across Time!

I escaped my ex, but now I’m in prison for his murder. I thought moving to New Orleans would give me a fresh start. A new city, a new job, a chance to reclaim my life after years of being trapped in a relationship with Zane that nearly destroyed me. For the first time in forever, I felt safe. I let my guard down. I landed a new job, and made friends who showed me a brighter side of life. I even met Xavier, dark, handsome, and a saxophone player whose music made my heart race and my fears fade away.

Nach dem Unfalltod seiner Schwester Sophie stürzt sich der bekannte Popstar Lukas Gray in Alkohol und Sexgeschichten mit Groupies. Kurzentschlossen fährt er von L.A. nach Vancouver zur Unfallstelle. Als sich Lukas nach einem Zusammenstoß um sie und ihren Sohn Henry kümmert, stellt sich heraus, dass sie die perfekte Zweckgemeinschaft bilden. Obwohl sie ihn und sein Rockstar-Image vehement ablehnt, willigt April schließlich ein, Lukas bei sich aufzunehmen.