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Kathleen Grady has faced hardship - and overcome it - at nearly every turn. Whether it's the death of her betrothed at sea or the fight with her tyrannical brother for what's rightfully hers, she has struggled for so long that can't remember what peace in her soul even feels like. But when the chance to become the wife of a stranger, a homesteader in a new world called Montana, presents itself, Kathleen must decide if leaving Ireland for America will give her the escape she desperately needs, or will it bring more danger?

Explore the world's most astonishing and mystifying forgotten conspiracy theories. Not only are these possible cover-ups and controversial conspiracy theories fascinating, they will surprise you. Find out for yourself where the truth lies. In this book, we will examine some of the forgotten theories. We will look closely at those theories that run closer to the reality of modern life. These will include some of the most important events of the last century and some seemingly more trivial theories.

Declan O'Bryan left Ireland to seek his fortune in the New World, but the journey was long for a man without a penny to his name. It took years of back-breaking work as a sailor and a journeyman for him to finally reach Montana, and to have enough money to his name to earn the title of proud homesteader. There's only one thing missing from his life now, and unlike the boys in town, he's not convinced a man should find a wife in a catalog, the same way he buys a plow.

Throughout history, crystals scattered across Tridea have been used to aid in the use of good and evil. When the crystals turn dark, an evil force of shadow soldiers and humans set out across Tridea. Meanwhile, a small group of travellers set out on a reconnaissance mission to find the humans. But when they find an unexpected prisoner and a secret about themselves, a power is awakened deep inside. Learning who they truly are is easy, but knowing what the darkness holds for them is another thing.

With their mooted involvement in thefts, rituals, and even more hidden power politics, the members of Skull and Bones are part of seemingly one of the most powerful groups in the world. In this book we will examine their history, their practices, their members, and their legacy. By the end, you should have a much clearer idea of what it means to be a member of one of Yale's most exclusive groups: Skull and Bones.

St. Joseph was a middle-aged widower with a large family when he was called to become St. Mary's husband. A conservative Jew of the line of David, he was not prepared for the changes that would be made in his life. He absolutely was not ready to take orders from a supernatural vision who called himself Gabriel!

Mysterious and almost invisible, these secret societies changed the course of history! Secret societies have always fascinated us; we want to know why they exist, what they do, and who their members and leaders are . Find out why the secret societies described in this book are worth knowing about.

A young artist, photographer, bird-watcher, and nature lover befriends nature through wondrous birds of prey.

Tan and the Governor continue the struggle for Arizona, to secure the border to the south, and put an end to the greatest danger Arizona's people have faced. It's a wild ride, from the desert in the south to the beauty of the Red Rock country in the north, all to stop one man.

My memoirs involve Paris, London, Blackpool. This story will take to saltcoats childrens home then to Oxford and Cambridge. I have also included the fairy folk in my story. But this is a story of Glasgow and Scotland, of a male who was in a children's home but went on to be an artist. This is a love story, a memoir, a fairy story.

There once was a cool, little car named George the Great. He was older than most cars, but wise because of his age. George has always been a positive thinker since the day he set his tires on his owner's farm! But no matter how happy and positive George the Great was, it didn't stop the newer, more modern cars from making fun of him. They would say he's just too small to be a good car and that he's too old. However, George knew that no one ever got anywhere in life thinking negative thoughts.

There was once a little green airplane named Andrew. Not only is Andrew the Airplane smart, but he's also great at his job. Nobody could fly like Andrew the Airplane, but now the newer and bigger planes don't think Andrew is good enough to keep up with them.

Throughout the years Stevie the Steam Shovel has helped dig many holes. Stevie is a real team player, a piece of machinery with heart. But not everyone feels that way anymore. Stevie is getting older. Stevie and his operator Patty are being forgotten about. No one wants to use Stevie the Steam Shovel anymore.

Ben the Bernard was only a puppy when his owner, Olivia, brought him home to her big ranch. On her ranch, she had all sorts of dogs and horses. There were big ones, small ones, and boys and girls. Olivia loved all her animals, and she especially loved her new dog, Ben the Bernard. Being only a puppy, he was much smaller than the other dogs, but sure enough he started to grow. However, that didn't stop the other ranchers from telling Olivia that her new dog was too small to work on a ranch.

There once was a very dedicated little, gray bulldozer by the name of Buddy. He lived on a ranch with his owners Andy and Eileen. Andy and Eileen loved him dearly. Buddy did a lot of chores around the ranch like making new roads and clearing the way for farm equipment. He always wanted to be the best bulldozer he could be!

Herman, the fire engine, used to be really popular and successful. He would be the first to lead parades and save homes from fires. But then came newer, bigger, faster trucks, and poor Herman was banished to the back of the firehouse, never to be used again. Never again, that is, until your own child becomes friends with Herman. Your child's belief in Herman's importance inspires Herman to be ready for the day when everyone will realize that he can still make a difference.

Poor Petey doesn't feel well. His nose is all stuffy and beginning to swell. His throat is sore, and he coughs all the more. He tries making tea and drinking orange juice but finds no relief. What will poor Petey do?

Here are five spooky stories to listen to near the fireplace. Sit back and relax with the Shiver and Fears first Christmas short tales!

Sometimes Gus feels left out, picked on, or even forgotten by his family. He wonders what life might be like if he had no brothers or sisters, and if he was an only child.

Petey has always wanted to explore the sea. So he puts on his snorkel and fins and dives right in. He swims amongst seaweed, fish, and crabs eating crepes, but what else will he discover on his underwater adventure?