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Following a tender reunion with her father, Keith, Serenity faces a daunting new challenge. She must lead family members and fellow survivors back to Bower Township. But to survive the trip, she and the group must evade ruthless predators who want their supplies. As they arrive in their new community, trust is scarce among the wary inhabitants. Some see the newcomers as a burden--more mouths to feed, while others understand there is strength in numbers.

T-Bomb, Tait Bommer's call-sign, has never described him more accurately. A loose cannon with a penchant for pissing people off, he's now responsible for a major screw-up during the First Special Forces Group's most recent mission. His mess has earned him two weeks of mandated R&R on the shores of Kauai, where the ultimatum is clear - straighten up and fly right, or don't return to active duty. But he's such a train wreck that even his best friend, Kellan Rush, isn't happy about having to pull babysitting duty.

Grounded by fog, Zoe Chestain is stuck in an airport bar with the choice of spending the night with her two drunk roommates or one dark and delicious stranger. The Vegas show dancer decides to live dangerously and succumbs to a night of the stranger's dominant passion. But her cloud of sensual bliss is blown apart when she and her friends are taken hostage during the next morning's plane hijacking. Zoe's horror deepens when her kidnapper reveals himself as her partner from the night before.

Five mini-episodes give emotional updates for the couples with whom you've fallen in love during the series' first three books, as well as a not-to-be-missed preview of what's in store for Tait Bommer and Kellan Rush in Wet, book five in the Honor Bound series.

Between a rock and a hard place.... To Sergeant Zeke Hayes, the expression has always been a non-factor. There's never been a situation he can't blast, punch, or smart-ass his way out of, which makes him the perfect fit for his Special Forces battalion - and a natural-born Dominant who's made a lot of submissives happy from Mt. Rainier to Vancouver. That all changes when Rayna Chestain enters his world. From the moment Z snatches Rayna from the lair of a South Asian slave trafficker, his inner grizzly roars to life.

My name is Talia Perizkova, and time has been on my side, until I told it to kiss my ass during a business trip to Vegas and experienced a night for the record books with my bosses - yes, my bosses. But what happened in Sin City refuses to stay there, and time has joined forces with his pal, karma, to exact payback - from the depths of my heart. Fletcher Ford. Drake Newland. They’re two of the business world’s sexiest, most sought-after bachelors - and I’ve fallen for them both.

Business trip or trip of a lifetime? Talia Perizkova has been working toward this moment her entire career. Now she finds herself sandwiched between two of the most eligible bachelors in the country and can barely focus on the task at hand. And that’s fine by Drake Newland and Fletcher Ford. They’re all business around the office, but when they get Talia to themselves off the clock, things really heat up. Now if they can just convince her a three-way relationship could fit into her world… Will Talia take a chance on her newly discovered feelings, or is their weekend of passion destined to end them before they’ve even begun?

A stolen destiny. An impossible quest. Kara Valari has broken one of the underworld’s highest laws and is serving the ultimate sentence. But nothing - not even the impossible quest of breaching the boundaries of hell and facing off with Hades himself - will keep Maximus Kane from rescuing her. The journey will demand all of Maximus’s courage...and help from an unlikely guide.

Dan Colton was once the CIA's golden boy - a get-things-done cowboy who believed it was better to beg forgiveness than to ask permission. But performing the devil's work was easier when he had the face of an angel - a damn good asset to have whether he was charming agency superiors...or training submissives in his dark dungeon role-plays. But that face was taken away, disfigured in a fire during an act of bravery. Tess Lesange, known around the CIA's Vegas office as "The Laser", has only one Achilles' heel - the brooding agent who once wouldn't give her the time of day.

Abbigail Gibson has finally broken through Sebastian Shark’s staunch defenses, erected through years of having to fight for his multimillion-dollar success and the skyscraper that will be his legacy. But as construction starts on the Edge, the foundations of Sebastian’s world are crumbling. Security has been breached, lives have been taken, and Bas has no choice but to hide Abbi to secure her safety. But at what price? As each day goes by, Abbi’s health drains away by frightening degrees. Has he kept her safe, only to sacrifice her vitality? Her light?

Whether you are seeking spiritual guidance, inspiration, or simply a deeper connection with God and the angelic realm, Michael the Archangel Speaks from Heaven is a must-listen. Allow Michael's message to transform your life and help you to walk more closely with God, as you learn to apply his teachings to your daily life and sow into the Kingdom of Heaven.

Many people are fascinated with Mary Magdalene. Over the years, I have interacted with Mary many times. As a result, I have learned the untold story of Mary Magdalene, which reads a little differently than what many popular books or media portray. In this short audiobook, see a bird’s eye view of Mary: her life before she met Jesus, the life she had when she met Jesus, and the life she lived after Jesus left earth.

To save a friend's life, she'll sacrifice anything. Even herself. Brynna Monet is on a man diet for the rest of her life. No more G-men, spies, or soldiers, period. Will power comes easily from the scars left on her heart by a string of dominant bad boys who have all asked too high a price for her passion - her trust. When the unspeakable happens and her best friend is abducted by a madman, Brynn is assigned as a secret consultant on one of the military's riskiest missions, but she's got help from a pair of the Special Forces' most notorious bad boys - Rhett Lange and Rebel Stafford.

The word-of-mouth BookTok hit about a supervisor at a top-secret government facility running experiments on human beings. He’s always been able to tell himself it’s for the greater good—until the day his work follows him home. “Inventive, scary, wholly entertaining, and deeply...

A mysterious knight journeys through the picturesque Kentish countryside when he stumbles upon a cottage where an elderly couple is being violently attacked. Rushing to their rescue, he soon encounters the enigmatic Sir Cesar, who warns him of impending danger. As our hero navigates a world filled with treachery and intrigue, he confronts a malevolent landowner, befriends the loyal Longpole—the son of the elderly couple—and crosses paths with the seemingly benevolent Duke of Buckingham, whose true loyalties remain in question. He also meets the flirtatious Lady Katrine and is reunited with...

Ever wondered, “What is my purpose—and how do I get paid for it?”This podcast is for faith-driven women who know they were created for more, but feel stuck between calling and income.Each episode helps you uncover what God uniquely designed you to do, who you’re called to serve, and how to turn that purpose into a profitable online business—without sales calls, paid ads, or chasing trends.If you’re ready to stop separating purpose from provision and start building income in alignment with your calling, you’re in the right place.

Step back into the tumultuous era of the English Civil War in Jamess captivating historical novel, Arrah Neil. Though published nearly 40 years after his passing, this tale brings to life the struggles of Lord Walton and his sister Anne, staunch monarchists caught in the crossfire of Cromwells revolutionary forces. Amidst the chaos, we meet the enchanting Arrah Neil, the spirited granddaughter of a loyal retainer on their estate. Join us as we navigate loyalty, love, and the fight for power in a world turned upside down. - Summary by LynneT

Set against the backdrop of the historic Battle of Agincourt in 1415, this captivating romance by James delves into a time of unexpected English triumph during the Hundred Years War. As failed negotiations intensify tensions, we meet the enigmatic Hal of Hadnock, who finds refuge with the noble Sir Philip Beauchamp while on a mysterious journey. There, he forges an unlikely friendship with the young Richard of Woodville, who harbors doubts about Hals true identity. As the story unfolds, layers of intrigue reveal Hals past and Richards deepening feelings for Mary, weaving a tale of love, ...

Immerse yourself in this captivating fictionalized biography of Cardinal Richelieu, a figure shrouded in mystery and controversy. Based on a purportedly authentic manuscript from someone closely connected to the events, this three-volume narrative explores the life of one of Frances most powerful statesmen. Was Richelieu a brilliant strategist or a cunning villain? Perhaps he embodied both roles. Rising to prominence under the regency of Mary de Medici, he skillfully maneuvered to keep Louis XIII under his control. Renowned for his foreign policy, he also engaged in complex schemes to foster ...

Bolt Saga One - A powerful man… A shocking secret… Working the nightshift at a five-star hotel in downtown Los Angeles, Emmalina Crist has had her fair share of strange encounters. But none of them have prepared her for the experience of meeting the enigmatic Reece Richards. Bolt Saga Two - The man behind the mask… The love she can’t give up… Sometimes, fighting the flames only fans them—as Emma Crist and Reece Richards have quickly learned. Bolt Saga Three - Bolted…and bonded… Happily ever after is a much different experience when the whole world is along for the ride.