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If you are a real estate agent and would like be more of a listing agent than a buyers agent, this is the book for you.

Invaders come and go, but the island remains. When Germans occupy the English Channel Island Helierhou during WWII, Delamair befriends the general and does what she can to make life better for all involved. But when the general is replaced, she discovers the new colonel, Karl von Kruppstieg, expects more from her than she has ever given anyone. He believes he owns the island, and her. In the background, Captain Luther Sizemore waits and finally teaches her that love and intimacy are more precious than even life itself.

Darrius of Blackstone, emissary to King Henry III, is sent to northern England to snuff out an enemy of the crown. Everything spirals out of control when the scales of justice tip and the controlled warrior unleashes his heart upon a woman suffering from neglect. He knows the risks, but he needs her light in his dark world. Abused by her power-greedy father all her life, Lady Brenna of Carthmore despises her pawn-like status and the arranged marriage hanging over her head.

October 13, 1518; Somerset, England: Eight women are accused of witchcraft and heresy. Using the Malleus Maleficarum, Magistrate Peter Haystead and Father Samuel seek their own brand of justice against the women. This religious fanaticism is plenteous for torture and condemnation of such women, though it is the action of the leaders that creates the very witchcraft that they condemn.

Home Fires is the powerful saga of the Gordon family--real people, names unchanged. Spanning nearly five decades, from the end of World War II to the early 1990s, their story has the scope, depth, wealth of incident, and emotional intensity of a great novel, and an abundance of humor, scandal, warmth, and trauma--the recognizable components of family life. This is also a masterful chronicle of the turbulent postwar era, illuminating the interplay between private life and profound cultural changes.

When you reach for the moon…sometimes you land among the stars. Santiago’s biggest dream is to perform on stage. But when he doesn’t get the lead role in the school play, he can’t help but doubt himself. Encouraged by his father’s inspiring words, Santiago rebuilds his confidence...

"I have always collected football stories like other people collect stamps, and it's great to get this opportunity to stick them in a book." From the best-selling author of Ricky comes this collection of hilarious anecdotes about football, with stories about the stars themselves, the fans, the girlfriends, the managers, in fact every aspect of the beautiful, and occasionally ridiculous, game.

En el momento de su muerte, Stephen Hawking estaba trabajando en un proyecto final: un libro que compilaba sus respuestas a las "grandes" preguntas que a menudo se le planteaban: preguntas que iban más allá del campo académico. En este audiolibro, ofrece su punto de vista personal sobre nuestros mayores desafíos como raza humana, y hacia dónde, como planeta, nos dirigimos después.

Die Abenteuer von Sergeant und seiner Katze gehen weiter! Der menschliche Bestienfänger wurde gewaltsam von seiner pelzigen Freundin Shelly getrennt, aber die Charakterstufe unseres Helden ist zu niedrig, um ihr in die weite Welt zu folgen oder um sich richtig zu rächen. Alles, was er jetzt tun kann, ist, an Stärke zu gewinnen, seinen Charakter und seine Fähigkeiten zu verbessern und seine ständig wachsende Liste von Feinden zu erweitern, die er eines Tages bestrafen muss... oder er überlässt das seinem rothaarigen Kätzchen Murr, das schnell zu einem Experten in Fluchmagie wird.

Een razend spannend en meeslepend verhaal over een bijzondere vriendschap: één moment kan alles veranderen. De tienjarige Finn is anders dan andere jongens: hij houdt van tuinieren en spelen op zijn ukelele, en wil alleen eten in cafés met de hoogste hygiëne-classificatie. Zijn eigenaardigheid leidt tot gepest op school en de scheiding van zijn ouders maakt zijn leven alleen maar zwaarder. Na een ruzie tussen zijn ouders om de voogdij, neemt Finns moeder hem mee naar een nieuw café.

Love One Another is a Biblical study on the First Epistle of John. This extensive multi-chapter work offers a comprehensive analysis of God’s love for everyone through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Throughout the text, John emphasizes specific truths and facts to the listeners, aligning them with the Divine will and desires of God. Aware of the ongoing societal pressures faced by the early church, John aimed to reassure believers that they serve a God who is vastly greater than any peril they might encounter.

Success comes in many shapes and sizes and for whatever reason it can show up when you least expect it. For some it's a surprise, for others they have been preparing for this their whole life. The Story of a California kid named Ricky Price shares a little bit of both. This story follows a young child with an uncanny love for the game of basketball. A love that would take him on an incredible journey as a middle school phenom, to a high school All American, to a 9-year professional basketball player.

Rok und seine Gefährten machen sich auf den Weg zu einem alten Schlachtfeld. Sie haben gehört, dass sie dort jede Menge EP, Glanz und Gloria abräumen können. Genau das, was sie brauchen, um ihre Level massiv zu erhöhen und im Spiel voranzukommen. Doch die Reise wird beschwerlicher, als sie sich das vorgestellt haben. Vor allem winken ihnen ständig Quests zu, die erfüllt werden wollen. So vergeuden sie viel Zeit damit, zu questen – so zumindest empfindet Rok es nach einer Weile. Er avanciert eher unfreiwillig und zunehmend schlechter gelaunt zum Questmaster.

There exists a psychological relief in the knowledge that one possesses the means to enjoy an exceptional lifestyle while traversing the globe, or in times of adversity, the resources to address such challenges. For reasons that defy explanation, numerous religious doctrines stigmatize discussions surrounding finances and monetary matters. Such topics are often approached as though they constitute a sin or an inherent evil; however, in actuality, they are neither. Wealth serves as a resource that grants individuals access to a diverse array of opportunities that life presents.

Lent against a lamppost in the black of night as freezing cold rain lashes down from above. He wants to reach the sanctuary of the bar on the other side of the road, but the night and the cold rain and the lack of light make it seem a wide reaching roadway that perhaps is too far for him to stumbling across. Join our protagonist striving to make his way out of the driving rain to the bar that teases just out of reach and leads us to distraction, as haunting lights bedazzle and amaze the eye once we're lost in the abyss of night's darkness.

Dass Vahlen nerven, war schon klar. Dass sie einem auch gern mal auf die Füße treten, ebenfalls - die Typen gehören halt nicht zur netten Sorte Mensch. Aber dass sie plötzlich in deinem Keller stehen und rumstänkern, dir anschließend Tod und Vernichtung androhen, und das dann auch noch umzusetzen wissen, ist neu. Dementsprechend kotzt Rok mal wieder im Quadrat, weil Rumhängen nach wie vor Luxus ist.

Echando Cuentos de Venezuela es un viaje hermoso y nostálgico contado por niños que comparten los cuentos de su papá emigrante. A través de sus relatos, recorremos el país: paisajes, ciudades, sabores, canciones y la calidez de su gente, celebrando lo que hace a Venezuela única e inolvidable. Con rimas divertidas y referencias entrañables, este libro es un homenaje a quienes llevan su tierra en el corazón.

Stir Up The Gifts is a Biblical study on both books of Timothy. Paul wrote to inspire the young minister in being a leader for a church in Ephesus. God knew that Timothy would deal with a variety of situations and problems. Due to these issues, Paul wrote to the young man for help and instruction. These letters cover everything from how to be a leader, teaching people how to live, navigating societal norms, and being a generally good person in the community. Although this was for Timothy, we, in modern times, can use these letters for our enlightenment as well.

The Gospel of Mark is a Bible study on the book of Mark. It teaches us how to examine the life of Christ, chapter by chapter, verse by verse. The questions are crafted so you can learn about the character and actions of Jesus. By His example, you can go into the world and make a positive change in the community and all you meet. Not only do you learn how to interact with people, but personal changes and character development.

There is an epidemic of problems, misfortunes, trials, and tribulations infecting our lives. Everywhere a person goes, sees on television, and experience through social media is another disaster. Sometimes the problems come by way of nature through storms and extreme changes in weather. In other cases, we’re dealing with diseases, infections, and a literal pandemic mutating more often than hours in a day. To many of us, we’re suffering from physical, financial, social, spiritual, and psychological problems that seem to be relentless and exhausting.