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It's not easy keeping secrets in a small town.Rose Webster is facing down her fortieth birthday and worrying about her future as a photojournalist after getting caught in a raucous rally and shoved to the hard pavement, destroying her camera and, at least temporarily, her livelihood. One arm is in a splint, her right hand isn't strong enough to hold a cup of coffee, and bruised ribs make it difficult to breathe. She's filling out insurance claims when her aunt calls to tell her she's needed in upstate New York to care for her ailing mother. Rose has never liked returning to Lake Amelia in the foothills of the Adirondacks for more than a couple of days, but she has no choice. Doctors discover her mother has more health issues than anyone suspected, and Rose needs to help care for her. While poking around in the attic of her childhood home, Rose discovers personal items of her late father's that hint of a secret life: a photo hidden in a book and a travel bag that hasn't been opened in twelve years. Her next startling discovery sends shockwaves through her family. She's more determined than ever to find answers no matter the cost. But will she regret what she learns and how it changes the way she thinks about family?

Beryl Jenkinson is a young dreamer determined to break free. Though bound to her family's garage, her heart dreams of taking flight with Attagirls, the brave women piloting planes across the nation to play a vital role in the war effort.Odette de Lavigne embodies the allure of a World War Two pin-up girl: glamorous, seductive, and a masterful pilot. But beneath her carefree demeanour lies a poignant secret.Their destinies collide when Odette literally crashes into Beryl's life, sparking a blaze of passion and an enduring infatuation. Fate reunites them at the ATA, but can love conquer the clash between duty and enchanting desire?

Winner of the Blue Light Book AwardMark Tate is the author of three previous books of poetry Pommes de Terre (2001), Sur lie* (2002), and Rooms and Doorways (2003), and three novels, Beside the River, and its sequel River's End (McCaa Books, 2021), and Butterfly on the Wheel (McCaa Books, 2022). He served for ten years on the Sonoma County Poet Selection Committee for the poets laureate of that county. He is a long-time resident of Northern California where he lives with his wife, Lori.From the sanctuary of Pineshadow (both place name and poetic persona), Mark Tate composes moments of tender, meditative attention, reminding us of beauty and intimacy, as well as what is lost to addiction, dementia, death, and delusion in a fractured world bent on following darkness. "How do we lose our way with this much light?" the poet asks. How indeed! Alluding to the Tang poet Hanshan, Tate writes, "I use what remedy/Is at hand to save the world." Tate's depiction of a Zen tea ceremony midway through the collection offers a kind of ars poetica, simultaneously describing the ritual and his verses, "bowing to every honored thing." With empathy and deft lyricism, the poet blesses our times of darkness with light and transforms them into an experience of the sacred.- Terry Ehret, author of Lost Body and Night Sky Journey Mark Tate's new volume of poems, Walking Scarecrow, is a microcosm of large-scale wisdom and beauty. Generously including bits of conversation with the ancients - Bash¿, Li Po, and others - Tate interweaves deep questions about how to live richly and well with homespun scenes of his simple, rural life. Cold Mountain runs like a gold vein through the quartz of these poems. "Philosopher and Perch" and "Tea" stand out. Replete with the doings of birds and local flora and fauna, Tate's keenly observant eye, philosophical heart, and skillful use of surreal images invite us into the kitchens and backrooms of his world.- Sandra Anfang, author of Finishing School and Looking Glass Heart

A HEARTWARMING AND HEART-WRENCHING SAGA SERIES FROM BESTSELLING AUTHOR BILL KITSON.From humble origins, the Cowgill family have bettered their lot. Through love and loss, hope and heartbreak, they work hard and face their troubles together, no matter what life throws at them.Yorkshire, 1959.Memories of the war are finally fading and a new era is beginning. But for the Cowgill family there are fresh challenges to face and new battles to be fought.Reminiscing over times gone by at Number 1 Byland Crescent, Jenny Cowgill takes a break from her baking to sit and enjoy the long-awaited postcard from Spain from her son, Andrew.But she is soon disturbed by a knock at the door. The policeman says a member of the Cowgill family has suffered a serious accident in London and her husband Mark must go at once. It's Mark's estranged sister Lizzie.Lizzie's accident leaves her with life-changing injuries. Her career is over. Now perhaps she will finally come home to reconcile with the family in Scarborough?After all, her father Sonny is soon turning ninety and a grand celebration with all the family is planned. And young Andrew is about to return from his travels in Spain. He has quite the surprise in store . . .Discover the trials and tribulations of a Yorkshire family through the decades.Readers of Sheila Riley, Pam Howes, Lizzie Lane, Tania Crosse, Dilly Court, Dinah Jeffries, Suzanne Goldring and all fans of Downton Abbey and The Forsyte Saga will devour this touching saga series.

In the shadows of ancient pyramids and whispered legends, a story of epic proportions unfolds-a tale that dances on the edges of history and fantasy, where gods whisper and the sands of time hold secrets of a powerful legacy."Whispers of the Nile" weaves a mesmerizing narrative set against the backdrop of majestic Egypt, a land where the line between the divine and the mortal blurs. Here, amidst the golden dunes and beneath the relentless sun, Jehuti, a scribe of rare insight, and Neferura, a defiant priestess, find their fates entangled in a quest that could alter the course of history.As they navigate the treacherous waters of palace intrigue and confront the trials set by the enigmatic gods, they uncover truths long buried beneath the stones of silent monuments. Their journey is one of thrilling adventures, forbidden love, and cunning deceit-a path that leads them through the veiled mysteries that shroud the ancient land.From the hushed reverence of temple halls to the grandeur of royal courts, the story transports readers to an era that sings with the beauty of the Nile and the unyielding strength of desert storms. But beneath the glinting surface, a darker truth festers-a legacy of power that will demand the ultimate sacrifice.Join the odyssey that is "Whispers of the Nile," where every whisper holds a truth, every shadow tells a story, and every page you turn brings you closer to uncovering the timeless enigma of a civilization that has fascinated the world through the ages.Dive into this meticulously crafted tale, where destinies intertwine, and the breath of the divine sweeps across the land, leaving a trail of legends in its wake.

In this extended tale of sci-fi-meets-historical fiction, Xenia, a woman with an integrated artificial intelligence, embarks on a mission to repair a malfunctioning relay at the edge of the wilderness now called the Flood Zone. As the mission turns to disaster, Xenia and her security contractor find themselves confronting a greater mystery in the woods, one that eventually leads them to a strange town in the middle of nowhere, where nothing is quite as it seems.The town, called Harmonie, has a long utopian history. Half-abandoned for years, it has been revived by a group of secretive scientists and artists, who are still dealing with the echoes of a long and complex American past. Its traces appear in a set of peculiar 19th-century documents that chronicle the life of a free-spirited woman, the long forgotten reformer and troublemaker Camilla Wright, whose observations only deepen the riddles lurking in the heart of the forest.

GOLD as October Sunsets, a Stray Dog, and God's Good Plans is the fourth book in Niedfeldt's Lisenka series, but you don't have to read the first three to love this adventure-packed Story. This book, set in October of 1930 as the Great Depression deepens, spotlights three runaway kids, one of them only ten years old. Lisenka and her family reach out to these young hobos who resist help and run again. A stray golden retriever lopes into the book, pulling the characters together but also adding conflict. Even when life feels desperate, Lisenka, her family, and friends learn that God does have a good plan for their lives.All four Lisenka books are based on stories from actual people, real incidents, and historical times but are works of fiction.The Author's StoryLinda Jane Niedfeldt, known as Janie to her friends, is an outdoorsy, small-town gal. After college, marriage, and four children, she dabbled at teaching but focused on writing. Niedfeldt wrote two children's historical fiction books, then dozens of newspaper stories and a few national magazine articles. In 1995, she and her husband, Tom, started a travel business, taking her simple life perspective to more than 75 countries. Now in retirement, she's written her first memoir, Psalms in My Backpack, and two more children's novels. (www.lindajaneniedfeldt.com)The Photographer's StoryWhile growing up, Carla Jahnke loved to laugh, make others smile, and see things through her own lens. Now, years later, she has a full life, married to her high school sweetheart, Dan. They live on a few acres and share many adventures with their four kids, one cat, and six chickens. Much of her success with Carla Jane Photography, capturing emotions and fun, is seeing through her old and new lenses of life.(www.carlajanephotographyfdl.com)

Set amid the relentless gunfire and towering peaks of war-torn Afghanistan, "Love in the Shadow of War" unfurls a forbidden love story as powerful as it is enduring. This gripping tale follows Sahar and Sohil, two lovers whose destinies are entwined with the chaotic tapestry of their homeland's struggles.Sahar, a brave young woman, carries her people's struggles with grace, dreaming of a peaceful future for Afghanistan. Sohil, a committed guerrilla warrior, finds himself at war with invading forces and, within his heart, torn between duty and his undying love for Sahar. Their remarkable love story is a testament to the resilient human spirit etched against the backdrop of Afghanistan's volatile history.Their bond deepens in secrecy, blooming defiantly amidst the stark reality of war. But when a cruel twist of fate wrenches them apart, they must face a world fraught with danger and political turmoil. As their homeland's future wavers in balance, they clutch onto the memories of their shared love, each becoming the other's beacon of hope."Love in the Shadow of War" is far more than a traditional love story. It's an immersion into a nation's indomitable spirit, a stark portrait of its peoples' hardship, and a profound testament to the extraordinary power of love to navigate against impossible odds. This novel captures the depth of human capacity for hope, revealing the unyielding spark of love that flickers even within the darkest storms. This compelling saga promises to captivate your heart, stir your soul, and linger in your mind long after you turn the final page.

Du stellst meine Welt auf den Kopf ...Die mitreißende Dark Romance-Reihe geht verführerisch weiterSeit ihrer Kindheit kämpft die 20-jährige Madison dafür, ihren zwei jüngeren Geschwistern und sich ein geregeltes Leben zu ermöglichen. Endlich bietet sich ihr eine Chance: Auf einer Messe in Portland kann sie ihre selbstgeknüpften Perücken ausstellen und Kunden gewinnen, statt weiterhin mehrere Jobs gleichzeitig zu jonglieren. Doch nach einer Autopanne gibt es nur eine Person, die sie dorthin fahren kann: Emerson. Der Inhaber des Rum Nights ist genauso leichtsinnig und verrückt wie sein Lieblingsgetränk Tequila. Mit seiner draufgängerischen Art verkörpert der Barbesitzer alles, wovon Madison sich fernhalten möchte. Notgedrungen steigt sie trotzdem in sein Auto und wacht in einem Albtraum auf: Emerson hat die Bar ausgerechnet bei den Seattle Coyotes verschuldet und jetzt wird sie ebenfalls bedroht. Wenn Madison jemals sorgenfrei leben möchte, bleibt ihr nur eines übrig: Sie muss sich mit Emerson zusammentun und lässt sich auf einen Deal mit ihm ein …Die Bände dieser Reihe können unabhängig voneinander gelesen werden.Weitere Titel dieser ReiheRum Nights (ISBN: 9783987780585)Erste Leser:innenstimmen„Die Herausforderungen, denen sich die Protas stellen müssen, halten die Spannung bis zum Schluss aufrecht. Ein echter Pageturner!"„Definitiv ein Liebesroman-Highlight in meinem Bücherregal!"„Die Romantic Suspense hat mich von der ersten Seite an gepackt! Die Geschichte von Madison und Emerson ist so mitreißend und die Stimmung zwischen ihnen ganz schön prickelnd und leidenschaftlich …"„Perfekte Verbindung von Drama, Romantik und Spannung. Ich liebe es!"

« Il y avait tout de même, dans cette histoire aux contours troublants, ou déroutants plus exactement, un détail qui me revient au milieu de ce flot de souvenirs qüune mémoire capricieuse et retorse, du reste elle l¿a toujours été, laisse remonter à la surface, dans un ordre chaotique, un récit impossible qui, au fur et à mesure que j¿avance, ressemble plus à un récit du chaos, sans queue ni tête, et j¿y prends goût ! Et ça, c¿est ce qui est le plus drôle ! »   Chaos amoureux est un roman aux contours incertains, entre écriture de soi et fiction romanesque, évoquant, par vagues de souvenirs, la naissance d¿une histoire d¿amour entre une femme d¿affaires française et un jeune rêveur, sur fond de contexte post-colonial, dans un petit royaume perdu entre l¿Afrique de l¿Ouest et l¿Afrique du Nord.

Lara ist die Hauskatze von Dagmar und Joachim Thomas. Sie lebt zeitweise in Sellin auf der schönen Insel Rügen oder aber im Kurort Hartha im Tharandter Wald bei Dresden. Inzwischen ist sie fast schon eine feste Institution. Denn sie geht mit wachen Augen und Ohren durch die Welt und schreibt fein säuberlich alles auf, was sie und ihre Menscheneltern in einem Jahr so alles erleben. Und auch das, was sie von den Aktivitäten ihrer Mitbewohner so hält. Begleiten Sie unsere Chronistin durch das Jahr 2023, das für sie und ihre Familie trotz aller noch bestehenden Einschränkungen erstaunlich vielfältig war. Viel Spaß mit Lara, der schönsten und intelligentesten Katze des Grundbachtales und der Seestraße.

Im Paris des 14. Jahrhunderts brennen die Scheiterhaufen. Am 1. Juni 1310 wird auch die Begine Marguerite Porete wegen Ketzerei auf der Place de Grève von der Inquisition dem grausamen Feuertod überantwortet. Die in der Zeit Meister Eckharts wirkende Mystikerin und Autorin hatte es als Frau gewagt, ein religiöses Lehrbuch zu verfassen. Ihr Buch bleibt erfolgreich, ihr Name indes wird getilgt. Kenntnisreich und spannend erzählt Dietmar Mieth die Geschichte der beteiligten Personen, lässt sie selbst zu Wort kommen und sich vor einem imaginierten Tribunal rechtfertigen. Konflikte der Selbstbestimmung im Glauben, die Rolle von Weiblichkeit in einer männlich dominierten Gesellschaft sowie die Verhältnisse von Macht, Politik und Liebe zum Glauben im Hochmittelalter werden entfaltet. Entstanden ist ein historisch genaues Sittengemälde der Lebenswelt im Frankreich des 14. Jahrhunderts.

The cast and crew are still stranded on the island while they try to find a way off the island they run into new dangers.

Waters of Doubt, third tale in the DiPaolo trilogy, a novella. Theodore Roosevelt has invited Martino DiPaolo to an exciting vacation in the Brazilian rain forest. The trip nearly proves the last of both men, as well as the rest of the expedition. They have chosen to follow the course of an unmapped river, the River de Duvidas, River of Doubt. But DiPaolo is shown an ancient, secret world.Meanwhile at home, DiPaolo's arch enemy Kwanyin Luk is hatching his own plans. He has created the greatest confidence game of his career: the di Paolo estate con. He is making millions of dollars and can't be touched. Then he decides to go after DiPaolo himself, with a gun.

When the Nazis invade France Leanne Martin's world is flipped on end. Unable to stay with those she loves, she is sent to a home to live with others like her. Friendships grow, and when danger increases they run away for another chance at life. The Nazis find out and instantly hunt them. Leanne has to decide which is more important: Freedom, or death for the right cause. She gives her life to God and takes the consequences as they come. But when hardships and struggles keep coming, her faith falters as those around her are forced to make hard choices.

Freiburg im Breisgau, 2018: Nach einem Schlaganfall spricht Miriams hochbetagte Großmutter plötzlich französische Worte - eine Sprache, die sie angeblich nie gelernt hat. Miriam erkennt schnell, dass Klara weit mehr verbirgt, doch alle Nachfragen finden kein Gehör. Was genau passierte im Leben ihrer Großmutter? Warum verließ sie Freiburg und ging im Dezember 1949 überstürzt nach Konstanz? Miriams Suche nach Antworten führt sie bis in die Bretagne, immer auf der Spur eines jahrzehntelang gehüteten Familiengeheimnisses ...

The 19th century women's rights movement and the rise of public education intertwine with one woman's story of struggle, perseverance, and love.When her father dies and the family inn falls to ruin in 1882, western North Carolina, thirty-year-old Alice Harris is compelled to marry Jasper Carter, a Civil War veteran twice her age. Far from home and a stranger in a new family, Alice remakes herself. She learns to farm tobacco, mothers her stepson, and comes to love her husband.However, Alice uncovers pending trouble with the family's land holdings, which threatens their livelihood on the farm. The growth in Asheville promises a different future-one of manufacturing, transportation, tourism, and wealth. Alice believes this future demands an education and she rebels against the limited rural instruction. She joins forces with other women campaigning for Asheville's first public schools. Her actions spark the rebuke of the Carter men.Tragedy strikes and Alice's newfound security is ripped away. The family challenges her property rights and files for guardianship of her stepson. Battered but determined, Alice turns to the law-and a friendly court clerk-to fight for her independence. Will Alice lose everything? Not if she can help it.Lisa Ard's debut historical fiction novel will resonate with readers for its parallels, between then and now, on women's rights, inequality, and racism.

From the author of Please... Tell Me More comes the highly anticipated sequel! Finally, Rose has found her soulmate, Jack, and is ready to live her best happily-ever-after life. But tragedy strikes in Alaska, where Rose's brother and family live, and soon her world is turned upside down... again. Rose and Jack do the only thing they can: they take their niece, Fern, who has suffered a tremendous loss, home to Virginia.Fern is adrift, grieving in a strange place with only her wolf-dog for a companion. Her mother is dead and her father is missing. Nothing will ever be the same again, but Rose is doing the best she can for young Fern, even as the temptation of addiction lingers at the edge of her world. Can Fern find her way in this new environment, moving from the wilds of Alaska to the wilds of suburban middle school? And will Rose and Jack survive too, or will they be casualties of an upheaval neither expected?A deeply moving novel that speaks of the strength of family and the cycle of life, Patti Gaustad Procopi has managed to weave heartfelt emotion into a sweeping family saga that reminds us all of how much we yearn for home.

Variety Turns is a collection of elegies for Christopher Arksey's mum who passed away from cancer in 2016. Arksey pays tribute to his mum by recalling not just the solemn moments, but the dark humour we often lean on when trying to cope with loss. These poems exemplify the permanence of grief, while bringing to light the unknowable and unfulfilled parts of the lives of those we've lost. Written with subtle precision, Variety Turns is both a tender tribute and a quiet but affecting exploration of loss and how we grieve.

Life is never dull in Little Bardon, as Kelvin Brown discovers in 'I'm not one to gossip - tales from a small village'. The 32 short stories about characters living - and dying - in this small country village close to Essex Marshland paint a picture of a community from whom no secret is safe and no opportunity to gossip is missed. Each story is stand-alone, but they mostly interlink in some way. Many of the stories revolve around the pub, where drunken escapades are planned, tall tales shared, and the regulars constantly order "Pint of Old Todger and a bag of scratchings, Peggy love."

NYPL's Best Books of 2024A groundbreaking, potent novel about the destructive force of romantic love from award-winning writer Vigdis Hjorth