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Né en 1921, Léo Major grandit à Montréal durant la Grande Dépression. Aîné d’une famille nombreuse, il développe une relation conflictuelle avec son père et quitte la maison à 14 ans. Son père lui dit qu’il ne fera jamais rien de bon dans la vie: Léo va lui prouver le contraire. En 1940, il s’enrôle dans le Régiment de la Chaudière. Après un entraînement long et exigeant, il participe au débarquement de Normandie. Dès son arrivée en sol français, il multiplie les actions d’éclat.

Clarissa is in debt, but after seeing an advert for nude models of any age, she dares to attend a trial session. What will the photographer say about her naked form? And does he say it to all the girls? Regardless, it’s a risk Clarissa feels is worth taking - as long as the money is there. Of course, if she enjoys it then that’s just a bonus.

In Overcoming Debt, Jack Eliron offers a lifeline—a clear, compassionate, and empowering guide that helps listeners break free from the crushing weight of financial burdens. With a blend of practical advice, real-life success stories, and motivational insights, this book is a beacon for anyone ready to take control of their financial future.

"Je suis passionnée par les mythes, car ce sont à mes yeux des histoires canons, dont les symboles continuent d'agir sur nous. Et dans nos traditions mythologiques, un motif en particulier me fascine, c'est la descente volontaire d'un héros ou d'une héroïne dans un monde souterrain invisible aux mortels, par exemple le monde des Enfers dans les épopées grecques, ou l'Enfer chrétien. C'est toujours une initiation afin d'acquérir un savoir, un pouvoir, une guérison, une quête à la recherche d'une âme, ou encore pour une transformation personnelle."

Mariaseeon, im Süden Münchens: Nach tagelanger Suche findet man den fünfjährigen Jakob nackt, gefesselt und verstört auf einem Holzstoß im Wald. Wenig später wird seine Erzieherin zu Tode gemartert. Eine biblische Opferszene, ein Mord nach Art der Inquisition - unter den Dorfbewohnern geht die Angst um.

Love is Strange is the 2nd poetry book from author Jan Kirchner. Within this book, you will listen to poems that tackle a very complex emotion in a very unconventional way. In the end, you may agree that love isn't always wrapped up with a pretty bow, but it is in fact strange. Honestly, if you could love like anyone, wouldn't you want to love like Morticia Addams?

Aria never believed the stories her parents used to tell. Tales of a hidden forest where time moves differently, where stars whisper ancient truths and the trees are alive with memory. But when she stumbles upon the Faded Grove—unmistakably real and thrumming with quiet magic—everything changes. The Grove is unlike anything she’s ever known: mysterious, alive, and pulsing with an energy that feels almost personal. And deep within its heart, she meets Dorian. Dorian is a man both of the Grove and bound by it.

Mafia/cartel, arranged marriage, forbidden, possessive hero, sheltered heroine, he falls first, dangerous romance. Reinaldo Rodríguez. Emiliano Ruiz. Both are dangerous, deadly, and powerful. Both are second-generation soldiers proving themselves in the Rodríguez cartel. Both want me. Of course, I wasn’t told until it was too late. That’s the way things work in the famiglia. My fate is up to Dario Luciano, my guardian. He doesn’t care about the way the men make me feel.

When the days feel heavy and the world gets quiet, A Pocketful of Peace offers a soft place to land. This heartfelt collection of affirmations and encouragement is for anyone who’s ever felt overwhelmed, alone, or unsure of their worth. Through short reflections and gentle truths, this book reminds you that healing doesn’t have a deadline, and your quiet strength is enough. Whether you're navigating depression, emotional fatigue, or simply trying to hold on—these words are here to walk beside you, not ahead of you.

Azaria and Daisy were both kidnapped from their omega convent and sold at a Klinok auction. The two are separated, sold to different buyers, with Daisy landing in a good situation. Daisy’s alpha Ryder helps rescue Azaria, and after Quinn Strang assists Azaria during her forced estrus at his brother’s request, they go their separate ways. She doesn’t expect to see him again, but when the gangster who originally bought her tracks her to Paladin, she has no choice but to call him for help.

In einer leerstehenden Brauerei im Süden Münchens wird eine enthauptete Frauenleiche gefunden. Kommissar Dühnfort wird bald klar, dass er einen Serientäter jagt, der von Bildern besessen sein muss. Die junge Fotografin Vicki hingegen, die die Leiche gefunden hat, ermittelt auf eigene Faust. Sie kommt dem Mörder schließlich gefährlich nahe.

Ein stürmischer Oktoberabend: In seinem Wochenendhaus am Starnberger See wird ein pensionierter Kinderarzt tot aufgefunden. An eine Heizung gefesselt, ist er langsam verdurstet - ein qualvoller Tod. War es Rache oder doch nur ein Raubmord? Kommissar Konstantin Dühnfort enthüllt nach und nach den dunklen Charakter des Toten und stößt auf ein Drama, das seine längst erwachsenen Kinder bis heute verfolgt.

In 1892, America was obsessed with a teenage murderess, but it wasn't her crime that shocked the nation - it was her motivation. Nineteen-year-old Alice Mitchell had planned to pass as a man in order to marry her 17-year-old fiancée Freda Ward, but when their love letters were discovered, they were forbidden from ever speaking again. Freda adjusted to this fate with an ease that stunned a heartbroken Alice. Her desperation grew with each unanswered letter - and her father's razor soon went missing. On January 25, Alice publicly slashed her ex-fiancée's throat.

The bizarre circumstances of Fenway Stevenson’s latest case as county coroner drag her to the center of one very dangerous game. With one suspect in custody, an attempt on the life of the key witness leads to her disappearance and more unanswered questions. Fenway must race to solve the mystery before anyone else dies while also juggling an upcoming election and her overbearing father’s meddling.

Naming a new baby is an exciting adventure, but it can be intimidating for parents as well. It’s easy enough to pick a name and follow the crowd, but some parents want more. They want a name that is more than just a fun accessory. They want their child to stand out; not only with a unique name but with a name that means more. If this sounds familiar, then Baby Names: Unique Baby Names With Their Meaning, Origin and Spiritual Significance is for you.

As the dead leaves were shedding from the trees, they were not the only part of nature in transition. Leaving behind that which once brought them life, Amelia Cavanaugh was leaving a life that once brought her joy, peace, and comfort. Heading out to Deer Creek State Park deep in the Colorado mountains, she was returning to a cabin where she knew love once lived. The love of her grandparents and, most recently, her grandmother. Upon her passing, Amelia inherited this cabin full of memories and, for Amelia, hope for a new future.

Unfortunately, when the Lady created the world of Timonde as her own private dollhouse, she condemned millions of people to the cruel rule of an evil empire and its dark god of death, Orcus. When he points out the horrors she's committed, the Lady decides she must submit herself to a thousand years of slumber, lest she damage the world more.

Decluttering is not only possible but also incredibly rewarding. I wrote this book to provide a simple, straightforward, practical guide for long-term decluttering success. No matter how chaotic your home may seem, you can achieve a more peaceful and organized living space.

Eden doesn’t have time for dating—especially not after a decade of raising her daughter solo and running a thriving flower shop. Love? Overrated. Besides, who’s checking for a curvy, no-nonsense single mom with zero tolerance for heartbreak? Apparently…a sexy redhead who saves ducklings and has abs that should be illegal.

Christopher und Hannah sind Chirurg und Krankenschwester und ein glücklich verheiratetes Paar, das ein perfektes Leben führt. Alles, was ihnen noch fehlt, ist ein Kind. Als Janie, eine ausgesetzte Sechsjährige, in ihrem Krankenhaus auftaucht, fühlt Christopher sofort eine Verbindung zu ihr, und überzeugt Hannah, sie als ihr eigenes Kind mit nach Hause zu nehmen. Aber Janie ist kein gewöhnliches Kind, und ihre gestörte Psyche stellt sich als mehr heraus, als ihre neuen Eltern erwartet haben.