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It was a secret she had been carrying around for 35 years until that fateful day: September 25, 2022. The secret came out, and her life was forever changed. That was the day the anchor was cut, and she needed to do serious internal work before anything could get better. Carrying a secret of this magnitude for so long took its toll on her health, relationships, and happiness. Her early childhood was where her limiting beliefs about herself began, and this was followed by anorexia, depression, abortion, rape, abusive relationships, infidelities, suicide attempts, chronic fatigue syndrome, two failed marriages, single parenting, finding out later in life she had ADHD, dealing with all her neurodiversities, and, of course, the big secret. This is her journey of self-discovery, strength, overcoming obstacles, transformation, and learning to love herself completely-imperfections and all.

The Odyssey was originally composed in Homeric Greek around the 8th or 7th century BC and, by the mid-6th century BC, had become part of the Greek literary canon. In antiquity, Homer's authorship of the poem was not questioned. Still, contemporary scholarship predominantly assumes that the Iliad and the Odyssey were composed independently and that the stories formed part of a long oral tradition. Given widespread illiteracy, the poem was performed by an aoidos or rhapsode and was more likely to be heard than read.Crucial themes in the poem include the ideas of nostos "return"), wandering, xenia ("guest-friendship"), testing, and omens. Scholars still reflect on the narrative significance of certain groups in the poem, such as women and slaves, who have a more prominent role in the epic than in many other works of ancient literature. This focus is especially remarkable when contrasted with the Iliad, which centers on the exploits of soldiers and kings during the Trojan War.The Odyssey is regarded as one of the most significant works of the Western canon. The first English translation of the Odyssey was in the 16th century. Adaptations and re-imaginings continue to be produced across a wide variety of media. In 2018, when BBC Culture polled experts worldwide to find literature's most enduring narrative, the Odyssey topped the list.

The Battle Between Faith and Justice is a gripping memoir that chronicles the inner turmoil and external conflicts of a person torn between her unwavering faith and her unyielding pursuit of justice. Through vivid portrayal and introspection, the author provides a raw and honest account of her struggle to reconcile her religious beliefs with the often harsh realities of the judicial and religious systems. With each chapter, the book delves into the moral dilemmas and ethical complexities faced by a protagonist caught in the crossfire of her unwavering convictions and the urgent need to fight for what is right. This memoir is a thought-provoking exploration of the eternal conflict between faith and justice, highlighting the complex struggles faced by a woman who must make seemingly impossible choices.

Die Welt ist heller als zuvor, wenn man seine Gedanken Stück für Stück ablegen kann. Dieser Gedichtband soll die Stimme sein, die aufschreit, wenn du es nicht kannst. Wenn du nicht weißt, wie du deine Gefühle in Worte fassen sollst, benutz einfach meine.

Was haben dunkle Charaktere, herzerwärmende Romanzen, moralisch verwerfliche Abgründe und gewitzter Sarkasmus gemeinsam?Sie alle sind in diesem Buch zu finden.~~~Diese Geschichten entführen in den düsteren Sog der Liebe,in Welten ungewöhnlicher Begegnungen,in fantastische Vorstellungenund punkten mit schrägem Humor.Inmitten von geheimen Intrigen, betörenden Versuchungenund verbotenen Begierden entfalten sich Charaktere,die mehr als nur moralisch grau sind.

An anthology of True Crime headlined by the story of Lana Sue Clayton... When Lana Sue Clayton's husband, Steven, was found dead July 21, 2018, in the foyer of his expansive South Carolina mansion, authorities initially assumed he'd died during a fall down the stairs. Everyone knew Steven adored his wife - even after she'd "accidentally" shot a crossbow at his head while he was asleep, none of their friends or neighbours suspected that the incident had been intentional. After Steven had survived the bizarre shooting with a fairly minor surface wound, he even managed to convince the local police investigating the incident that it was completely by accident, likely related the chronic sleeping disorder Lana Sue had been diagnosed with. And she'd played the role of grieving wife perfectly after her husband was found dead in the couple's lakefront home. She told investigators that for days before his death, Steven had been complaining about vertigo - dizziness, headaches, and nausea. Lana Sue, a 52 year old nurse who worked at the VA in nearby Charlotte, seemed devastated by the loss of her husband. Little did they know she had systematically killed the man she made vows to...with eye drops..

An anthology of True Crime featuring the murderous Jill Coit...The chilling story of Jill Coit, a serial wife turned serial murderer, began long before she met her eighth husband, Gerald Boggs. Born Jill Lonita Billiott, her early years saw no traumatic or scarring experiences, and she was even a popular student in her high school in Louisiana. Jill began her career as a successful model. Her warm and outgoing persona helped build relationships with a number of men who would eventually become hypnotized by the former model's character and physique. She had a history of marrying men for financial gain, and at 28-years-old even convinced an elderly man to adopt her. She inherited a tremendous portion of the estate when her adoptive father passed away. However, the one case that finally brought her façade to the public eye was with the death of Gerald - a case that baffled the police and their small community.

HE STARTED WITH HIS WIFE...'Michelle was extremely loyal, ' said her close friend, Debbie Knight, 'she was giving, she was caring, she was dedicated. An amazing woman.'Lisa Emmons concurred. 'Michelle was fun so smart and organized, 'It had been a long time since her many friends had seen the successful executive, or even heard from her. In Michelle's case, a long time being more than a couple of days. That was unusual, in fact so strange that these friends began to worry. In the end, tensions rose, and Debbie decided that she had to visit. The increasingly alarmed messages that she had left on Michelle's answer phone had not been answered, and the probability that something bad had happened to her friend could be ignored no longer. Even so, none of these concerned women could have had the slightest idea of the extremes of violence they would discover all done by the hands of the unassuming Charlie Brandt. This story and more are featured in this anthology of True Crime.

When a young economics researcher decides to embrace change and takes a teaching position on a whim, she enters the job with confidence. It doesn't take long until she feels as though she is tumbling downhill, backward and blindfolded, just as one of her students did while skiing, before having to take him to the hospital.After her job morphed into a career, Jean A. Miller Mariner retired with immeasurable lessons to share-for math and for life. Turning from backward and blind to forward and focused, she witnessed the identical pivot for her students over the years and penned these hilarious, complex, and heart-warming tales to demonstrate.Ms. Miller Mariner's story collection is a gift for all the teachers out there, and for the students who drove them to become better educators (even while, like her, they may have been the one steering the bus). Here the good math teacher adds humor to the unthinkable and subtracts nothing, leaving us with one question with absolute value: Who helps whom turn each other's lives around?

A collection of True Crime Stories KILLER REAL ESTATE AGENT Pamela Phillips, known as Pam, is currently serving life in jail for killing her ex-husband. But, is the former wealthy socialite really capable of murder? And why did it take almost 18 years for her to get caught? Pam's early life was relatively unremarkable. She was born in 1958 to a wealthy family who had a rather frivolous lifestyle. Pam's father was short tempered and drank too much, whereas her mother was a calm and collected woman, who rarely showed any emotion. Perhaps, this combination gave Pam a steely edge and a hunger for the high life. For many years though, Pam seemed like a perfectly normal, ambitious woman. She was very beautiful and achieved a successful career as a real estate agent, growing to be worth between 1 and 2 million dollars. WENDI ANDRIANO A dying husband needs a devoted wife. But when love runs out, marriage becomes a burden. On October 8, 2000, Wendi Andriano snapped. She had played the part of devoted wife to her terminally ill husband, Joe Andriano, for years, but when the love left their marriage, so did Wendi's patience for her husband's eventual demise. Wendi had a plan to help nudge nature along, and when her plan b expired, she took matters directly into her own hands...

En esta exploración integral de la dinámica vida de Theodore Roosevelt, se invita a los lectores a recorrer el extraordinario viaje de un hombre que desafió la fragilidad física para convertirse en el vigésimo sexto presidente de los Estados Unidos. Conocido como Teddy, el espíritu indomable y la energía ilimitada de Roosevelt moldearon no sólo su presidencia sino también la trayectoria de la historia estadounidense a principios del siglo XX. Desde sus primeras luchas contra el asma cuando era un niño enfermizo hasta su surgimiento como un líder robusto y carismático, la historia de Roosevelt es de resiliencia y determinación. La narrativa profundiza en su personalidad multifacética como político, soldado, conservacionista, naturalista, historiador y escritor. Como republicano reformista, encabezó políticas progresistas y antimonopolio, ganándose la reputación de ser una fuerza impulsora de cambios positivos. Los lectores presencian la transformación de Roosevelt de un joven educado en casa y apasionado por el naturalismo a un historiador y estratega naval educado en Harvard. El libro captura los momentos cruciales de su carrera política, desde su cargo de vicepresidente hasta asumir la presidencia a la edad de 42 años. Las políticas internas del "Square Deal" de Roosevelt, el énfasis en la conservación y las iniciativas de política exterior, incluida la construcción del Canal de Panamá. , se exploran en profundidad. La narrativa no rehuye las tragedias personales que marcaron la vida de Roosevelt, incluida la devastadora pérdida de su primera esposa y su madre esa misma noche. Mientras navega por las complejidades de la política, el lector conoce su ambiciosa agenda, los enfrentamientos con los líderes del partido y la formación de los Rough Riders durante la Guerra Hispanoamericana. El libro también examina los años pospresidenciales de Roosevelt, marcados por una escisión del Partido Republicano, la formación del Partido Progresista y un intento fallido por la presidencia en 1912. Desde su experiencia cercana a la muerte en la cuenca del Amazonas hasta sus críticas a Presidente Woodrow Wilson durante la Primera Guerra Mundial, los últimos años de Roosevelt revelan a un hombre cuya pasión por el servicio persistió hasta su muerte en 1919. En esta biografía meticulosamente investigada y escrita de manera atractiva, el legado de Theodore Roosevelt cobra vida y muestra por qué los historiadores y politólogos lo ubican constantemente entre los mejores presidentes de la historia de Estados Unidos.

In this comprehensive exploration of Theodore Roosevelt's dynamic life, readers are invited to journey through the remarkable journey of a man who defied physical frailty to become the 26th president of the United States. Known as Teddy, Roosevelt's indomitable spirit and boundless energy shaped not only his presidency but also the trajectory of American history during the turn of the 20th century. From his early struggles with asthma as a sickly child to his emergence as a robust and charismatic leader, Roosevelt's story is one of resilience and determination. The narrative delves into his multifaceted persona as a politician, soldier, conservationist, naturalist, historian, and writer. As a reformist Republican, he spearheaded anti-trust and Progressive policies, earning a reputation as a driving force for positive change. Readers witness Roosevelt's transformation from a home-schooled youth with a passion for naturalism to a Harvard-educated historian and naval strategist. The book captures the pivotal moments of his political career, from serving as vice president to assuming the presidency at the age of 42. Roosevelt's "Square Deal" domestic policies, emphasis on conservation, and foreign policy initiatives, including the construction of the Panama Canal, are explored in depth. The narrative does not shy away from the personal tragedies that marked Roosevelt's life, including the devastating loss of his first wife and mother on the same night. As he navigates the complexities of politics, the reader is introduced to his ambitious agenda, clashes with party leadership, and the formation of the Rough Riders during the Spanish-American War. The book also examines Roosevelt's post-presidential years, marked by a split from the Republican Party, the formation of the Progressive Party, and a failed bid for the presidency in 1912. From his near-death experience in the Amazon basin to his criticisms of President Woodrow Wilson during World War I, Roosevelt's later years reveal a man whose passion for service persisted until his death in 1919. In this meticulously researched and engagingly written biography, Theodore Roosevelt's legacy comes to life, showcasing why historians and political scientists consistently rank him among the greatest presidents in American history.

Has The Claremont Killer Been Brought To Justice? Sometime in 2020, when the warm Australian winter is turning to searing summer, Bradley Robert Edwards will discover whether or not he has been found guilty of the homicide of two, perhaps even three, of the Claremont murder victims. These were the young women who, in a spate of assaults in the mid 1990s, lost their lives in sexually motivated attacks. The quietly spoken, outwardly calm middle aged man, pillar of society and apparently upright citizen has already admitted to a number of offences relating to other young women who were victims of sex attacks, but whether the judge in this case, Justice Steven Hall, finds the former technician guilty of murder as well remains to be seen. Whatever, the peaceful community of Perth knows that the upcoming trial will dominate headlines in the months to come.

This is the ultimately uplifting story of a young man's struggle for survival in the midst of physical and mental abuse, learning difficulties, homelessness, depression and suicidal tendencies. All of those things were thrown into his life pot along with the usual issues and relationships surrounding the coming of age, including the highs and lows of teenage love affairs. It is nothing short of remarkable that he came through all of that to emerge a confident, positive young man whose mission it is to help others who face similar difficulties. That is why he wrote this book, and why he now works as a life coach to those who are most in need of the help he has to offer.

IRYN MEYERS Iryn Meyers came to the United States as a mail order bride for Joe Meyers. Both lonely and desperate but for different reasons, Iran began to show a side of herself that wasn't too apparent to Joe when she detailed her wants and desires in their mail correspondence. Joe would soon find out that his supposedly sweet mail order bride from the Philippines was willing to do anything for money...even murder. Iryn Meyers is just one of numerous female "black widows" featured in this anthology which include ; Judy Buenoano, Dena Thompson, Kristin Rossum and many, many more.

Truth stranger than fiction? We've all heard the phrase. Actually, it's a bit of a falsehood. Invention acting as truth. Reality always wins out in the end. Doesn't it? But, in the case of Valerie McDaniel, truth runs even the most bizarre fiction close.Had Valerie survived her darkest days of 2017, she may well now be serving time behind bars. Certainly, prosecutors in Houston, Texas, have little doubt about that. Then again, it is the prosecutors' job to believe in the guilt of those they are employed to accuse. It would be hard, for all but those completely lacking in any moral compass, to attempt to put somebody they believe to be innocent away in prison. Wouldn't it?We shall never know the absolute truth regarding whether or not veterinarian Valerie McDaniel did actually commit a crime, because her trial never took place. Nor shall we know, with certainty, whether there were any mitigating circumstances to be taken into account when judging any wrongdoing she did undertake. We can though, tell her story. We should do so fairly and in a balanced way that allows the reader to make up their own minds in this unusual case. Because Valerie's story is important. She leaves behind a young child, a daughter, who will grow up without her mother. If, one day, that daughter decides to investigate for herself what happened to her mother, it is essential that she can access information untainted by both opinion and interest. This is a tale of two parts. The first, and overwhelmingly longer one, tells of a woman whose life, career and family seemed successful and happy. The second covers just a few weeks, and sees the personality of the protagonist apparently change, making decisions that caused her to throw away that career, that reputation, that loving daughter and, finally, her life itself.Did a once respected veterinarian suddenly decide to become the head of a murder for hire scheme? This is the story of Valerie McDaniel.

Confederate Agent: A Discovery In History, first published in 1954, is the detailed account of the little-known Confederate rebellion during the Civil War known as the "Northwest Conspiracy". Led by Captain Thomas Hines, C.S.A., the aim of the conspiracy was to "destroy the Union from within, getting Illinois, Indiana and Ohio to join the Confederacy, while New York City was in flames, Chicago was ready for rebellion, and 100,000 Northern Confederates stood ready to strike" (from original edition dust-jacket). Author James Horan's extensive research reveals the extent of the conspiracy, and follows the rebellion through its planning, failed execution, and prosecution of its leaders. Illustrated with photographs and copies of original documents.

These serial killers had a disdain for women behind their charming facades..Ricardo Caputo was a handsome young man, a sketch artist who was fluent in various languages. His dark hair, dimpled chin, and deep eyes, accompanied with his charming personality, drew people to him. He enjoyed the attention he received from women and tended to seek out intelligent partners who he could hold a conversation with, and preferred women who would sympathize with his frustrations in life. It wasn't difficult to be won over by Ricardo's smooth, winning personality. In 1970, at the age of twenty-one, Ricardo travelled to the United States on a six-month visa. He held a number of jobs, from a busboy and waiter in various restaurants, to a custodian in the Plaza Hotel, and eventually decided to stay in the country for an extended period. This attractive and ambitious young man would become a regular on the FBI's most wanted list over the course of the 1970s, often holding the number one spot. Behind the sombre eyes hid a dangerous mix of personalities with a terrifying aggression towards women.

Hurt 2 Heart celebrates the timeless enigma of a relationship which in itself is a tricky path to tread upon. The path is slippery, dark, and sometimes fathomless. This book showcases plenty of instances from the real life of the 3 main soloists. All of them are intertwined with each other in the eternal symphony of life-Love, Trust, and Mutual Respect. Through this short journey of hers, the author has endeavored to present the intricacies of the relationship between a mother-in-law and that of a daughter-in-law. She has rummaged her very soul to bring out to her readers something so soulful. What better way to give a befitting tribute to a departed soul? Reading into this maze of emotions will leave the readers mesmerized. Leading them to the paths of discovery of their own magical moments of the birth of the new dimensions of the old relations. They will learn to live in their enlightenment and get away from the daily grind of suffocating thoughts. Happy Reading!!!

Robert Hansen was dubbed the "Butcher Baker" by the media after he kidnapped, raped and killed at least seventeen women with possibly more victims that have yet to be identified. The murders took place in and around his hometown of Anchorage, Alaska as Hansen would hunt down his victims in the woods with a variety of weapons. It would take over twelve years before authorities would finally capture and convict Hansen in 1983. His case would remain out of the limelight until a movie called "Frozen Ground" would be released, detailing his exploits with John Cusack starring as Hansen.

A True Crime anthology of women at their most barbaric... In 2006, two young women shocked the world with a brutal crime that seemed straight out of a torture porn movie. Valerie Parashmuti and Jessica Stasinowsky were two lesbian women who fancied themselves as vampires. They had been living together for a year before they took in a troubled sixteen-year-old named Stacey Mitchell. The attractive Stacey, however, caused a rift between the two lovers. A rift they decided to mend by killing the young girl in the warped belief that this would show how much they actually loved each other. These are the events that led up to that fateful day in 2006.

Brian Shaffer called his girlfriend Alexis and expressed how much he missed her and loved her. He told her that he was looking forward to spending the next week with her in Miami. As the call wrapped up, he told her that he was planning on bar hopping with his friend Clint. She asked him to call her the next day, and he readily agreed. After hanging up, he and Clint walked out of a bar called The Ugly Tuna. They made their way down the street, entering a few bars along the way. They would walk into a bar, take a shot or two, and then walk back out to find the next bar. They continued their pub crawl for a while, slowly making their way towards the Arena District. When they got into a bar called The Short North, Clint and Brian ran into Clint's friend, Meredith Reed. It was almost midnight, and the two men asked Reed if she would give them a ride back to The Ugly Tuna. She agreed, and even stated that she would go in with them into the bar for a drink. The three were captured by CCTV riding the escalator to The Ugly Tuna Saloon at 1:15 a.m. on April 1, 2006. They went into the bar, and at 1:55 a.m. the surveillance cameras caught Brian talking to two women at the top of the escalators. After the women left, Brian turned around and walked back into the bar. The three then discussed heading home. That was the last time they saw Brian.

There are over a million firefighters in the United States. Over 650,000 of them are volunteers. This book is based on the experiences of one of those volunteers, Lieutenant Dan McCann. Lt. Dan is a 68-year-old retired university professor who has been fighting fires and responding to emergency medical calls in Eastern Washington State for over 27 years. In this book he describes emergencies he and his fellow volunteers have responded to in their ongoing efforts to help members of their rural community survive the worst day of their lives. Dan's stories describe what it's like to be a volunteer firefighter and EMT regularly subjected to the physical and emotional stress of responding to medical and fire emergencies at all hours of the day and night. Each emergency begins with the innocuous vibration of his pager, or the ding of a text message on his phone. But the cryptic messages on his pager or in his texts can be the start of challenging, tragic, and sometimes completely unexpected events that stay forever in the minds of Dan and his fellow firefighters. It's always an exciting ride for Dan and the crew at Station 96 that starts from the moment they send their response text "On My Way!" and ends when they return from the call to park their apparatus in the station truck bay. Sometimes they leave the station for home excited and proud of their accomplishments. Sometimes they leave numb and frustrated by the tragedy they have witnessed and shared.Dan McCann was born and raised in Providence, Rhode Island. As a child, he often accompanied his dad, a career firefighter, to the local fire stations where he was free to climb on and over all the big smokey red fire trucks. These early experiences were, no doubt, one of the fundamental catalysts that ignited Dan's desire to serve as a volunteer firefighter. By reading this small collection of his stories you'll get a chance to see how that decision, made more than 27 years ago, has shaped the person he is today. Chapter by chapter you can ride along with Dan and the crew from Station 96 as they make their way from their kitchen tables, living room couches, or beds, to the center of other people's lives and emergencies, trying, again and again, to make differences that matter.

In December 1985, a narcotics detective was shot and killed in the driveway of his farm in Pueblo, Colorado, where he lived with his five children and his wife, Donna Yaklich. Initially, authorities suspected Dennis' death was linked to his work in law enforcement, but a tip led them to two teenage shooters - and eventually, back to Dennis' wife, Donna. However, attorneys for Donna Yaklich argued that Dennis had been beating his wife. The murder, they claimed, was a battered woman's desperate attempt to escape a lifetime of abuse - or potentially becoming a murder victim herself, like Dennis' first wife, who is thought to have died of a diet drug overdose in 1977.