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The last thing Dakota Mitchell wanted to do was go on the romantic cruise she was supposed to take with her cheating now-ex fiancé. But it’s nonrefundable, and there are worse things than a couple of weeks in paradise, right? The last thing Dakota ever thought she would do was have a one-night stand with a smoking hot stranger. But what’s the harm in just one night, right? The mysterious and sexy Kade Ryan isn’t so easy to forget, especially when they’re trapped on a private island together. Is Dakota cruising for love, or will discovering Kade’s secret scare her off?

Season three...Paige and the group are still reeling from the events of season two. The dynamics are changing, and Paige struggles to deal with the complex dynamics of those around her. Follow her progress as she solves local crimes, helps to protect national security, and works to deal with personal struggles.

Mia Anderson has been living a life that was chosen for her. But her impending 30th birthday is the wake-up call she needed to stop wasting time on all the wrong pursuits. Just as she’s figuring out what she wants to do about it, her beloved grandmother falls ill and Mia drops everything to be with her. What she didn’t expect to find in her grandmother’s tiny mountain town is the courage to quit working for her father, supplied by a little tough love from her gran. Now faced with an uncertain future, the last thing on her mind is finding love.

Kristoffer “West” Westberg is just out of rehab and ready to reclaim his rock god status. But when his return to fame is threatened by a former fan turned rock magazine reporter — and huge critic of him and his band — West is forced to reckon with the reality that he’ll need to prove himself before earning his redemption. Maxine “Max” Marshall is feisty, a little too honest for her own good, and so not here to babysit a fallen rock star. And nobody has fallen farther in her mind than Kristoffer Westberg.

Season two. The series continues to bring a unique blend of criminal suspense, police procedure, and human interaction. Paige Carter is still working to rebuild her personal and professional life, one step at a time. Follow her progress as she fights crime, searches for a killer, and tries to deal with the undeniable chemistry she shares with her mysterious neighbor.

Money can’t buy happiness, but neither can pride...Julianna Magnusson is tired of working her tail off at her thankless job as a nurse practitioner for the cardiac unit at Rutherford Hospital. Tired of having little to no time for her own life. But most of all, she’s tired of pretending that she’s happy about it all. So when her boss insists she attend the annual hospital charity gala, spending a ton of money on a dress to impress a bunch of stuck-up snobs doesn’t exactly sound like her idea of a good time.

Former FBI agent and forensic science expert, Paige Carter, has made a life-altering decision. She’s left the Bureau to become Manti’s newest deputy sheriff. Follow her as she builds new relationships, relies on old friends, and solves local crime in a small town. This compilation is one full season, comprised of nine episodes. Each episode is one short story where Paige Carter and her fellow officers investigate local crimes, arrest the criminals, and deal with personal struggles.

The gathering has begun. Six demigods embark on an epic journey of danger, mystical creatures, dark magic, and intrigue. When an ancient prophesy is triggered, the tale of six powerful immortals begins. Legend has it, the chosen six will triumph over evil and restore peace. But first, they must gather together and converge on the land where their parents were defeated. Time is running out, the Titans want revenge, and the future of the entire world is at stake.

In this insightful book, you will find the collective wisdom of 15 international thought leaders, scattered across three continents and multiple industries, as they share their best strategies for building influence and authority. Covering everything from video and print media to social media and consulting, Authority lets you inside the minds of experts who have built their own authority and helped countless others do the same.

Tony Nazario is a successful businessman, a loner with a gypsy spirit, and a sucker for a woman in need. When he moved to Mount Haven, he didn’t expect to meet a desperate and fiercely independent woman that would change his life forever. Immanent death? Yeah, she’s worth the risk. Theresa Regan is in trouble - big trouble - and the threat is more sinister and powerful than she ever imagined. A late-night attack plunges her back into her worst nightmare - a world controlled by a killer. Time is running out. A predator has become impatient.

When Rowdy Cooper is injured in the line of duty and forced to take a medical retirement from the police force it sends ripples throughout his entire family. He and his brother decide it’s time for a change. They relocate their small family to a ranch they inherited in Mount Haven. Bailey is on the run. So far, she’s been able to stay under the radar by working in dives and keeping to herself. She is sure that luck is on her side when she lands a waitressing job at Mount Haven's bar and grill. That luck turns to bad luck when the owner sells the place to a retired, cocky ex-cop. Rowdy makes her nervous. He is too perceptive for Bailey’s liking.

Rae Donovan thought she had love all figured out … until, after a tragic accident, her high school sweetheart Luke left town, breaking her heart. In the decades since, Rae has put the past behind her, content with her quiet life working at the local bakery her family started in the charming mountain town of Alpine Ridge. But when Luke returns, Rae's world is turned upside down. Luke McMillan never forgot his first love, even as duty took him far from home, and tragedy made him a single father.

The Safeguarded Heart Series may be romantic suspense fiction, but the author’s love for food as showcased throughout the books is very real. More specifically, Italian food. In this companion guide, you’ll learn a bit about Smith’s family and history that brought about her love for cooking and Italian cuisine, as well as the recipes featured in the books and more. With both authentic and Americanized Italian dishes, as well as a few other favorites, Smith moves to providing inspiration in the kitchen. Mangiamo (let’s eat)!

Sometimes you have to go off-script to find your true role in life ... Carrie Anderson has always put others first, following the path that was expected of her over her own desires. But when she finds herself jobless and disillusioned, she takes a chance on a new venture in the charming town of Alpine Ridge, discovering a strength she never knew she had. As she helps shape the town’s future, Carrie finds herself drawn to the last person she ever expected to find in a small, out-of-the-way town in the Cascade Mountains of Washington State – Hollywood heartthrob Evan Edwards.

Joanie Morris thought she had it all figured out — a successful career as a lawyer, lavish vacations, and a no-strings-attached approach to relationships. But when she abruptly parts ways with her firm, Joanie finds herself wondering what comes next. Seeking a distraction in her best friend Mia’s idyllic mountain town of Alpine Ridge, Joanie never expected to find herself drawn to the rugged charm of the local community center director.

Set in a small town with a close-knit community, this compilation of nine episodes follows Paige Carter and her fellow officers as they navigate the complexities of law enforcement. From solving local crimes to dealing with their own personal struggles, each episode is a short story packed with heart-pumping action and emotional twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

How do birds bang? And other nonsensical queries! Join self educated Actor/comic Ben, and Cambridge educated Mel as they riff on the unusual and quirky. Is Ben really of A.I. (average intelligence) and does creative academic Mel know all the answers? We'll tackle the hard hitting questions other podcasts fail to ask, like how come we can split the atom yet I still have herpes (coldsores....)? Do prison buses have emergency exits? And why does Palestinian Jesus look like Chuck Norris? Because they're the same person? Probably. It is our lord saviour Norris Christ. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

Mediums Melanie Smith and Laura Hillkirk are sharing their weird every day lives with you. From spirit encounters to their healing journeys that led them to the place they are today. Together they will discuss healing, haunted locations, traveling as a medium, energy work, fairies and so much more. Join these besties as they share it all.