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Phantom or illusion? History holds the key. Haunted by her failures, Gilded Age girl reporter Jo Felch attends a series of seances hosted by the enigmatic medium Serephina Spencer, who seems to possess uncanny abilities. As Jo investigates a series of mysterious occurrences, she suspects a dangerous alliance that aims to put her newspaper out of business. In a thrilling showdown, she unveils a web of deception and secrets, proving that her failures aren't at all what they seem. In the present day, bookshop owner Olivia Crawford becomes entangled in a mystery when a ghost-hunting team arrives in town. After a shocking accident leaves one of the TV crew members in a coma, Olivia teams up with her assistant, Naomi, to uncover the truth. As they delve deeper into the intrigue, Olivia confronts treachery, manipulation, and a life-threatening connection between present and past. A riveting dual timeline historical mystery of redemption, friendship, and the courage to confront one's flaws while seeking the truth.

April Heatherton, history teacher and volunteer firefighter, is determined to protect the land she holds dear, especially the grave of an unknown pioneer woman who once trekked the Oregon Trail. Proposed logging operations are encroaching, and April soon finds herself organizing a local task force to try to stop them. Yet when April meets handsome Matt Spencer, son of the owner of Johnson Brothers Logging Company, she must reckon with her escalating attraction to him. Matt, one of a growing breed of displaced loggers, is also determined to fight for his beliefs--the right to make an honest living harvesting the timber. Can April and Matt overcome their differences? Or will their convictions forever keep them apart?

Los Angeles crime boss Nick Licata's expanding empire threatens to consume his own family. As his influence grows, so does his determination to draw nephew Joe and son Carlo into the underworld. Caught between family loyalty and moral conscience, Joe and Carlo battle personal demons of alcoholism and failed marriages while resisting the pull of organized crime. The Scent of Lemons, Part 3: The Next Generation continues this true saga of family, power, and the cost of inherited sins.Based on a true story, The Scent of Lemons, Part 3: The Next Generation continues the story of The Scent of Lemons, Part 2: The Far West and The Scent of Lemons, Part 1: A Sicilian Journey.

Fact and fantasy, truth and fiction, myth and mistakes-all things come together in Songs of Kindness, a collection of 48 poems. The poetry within contains multitudes: thoughts, experiences, and emotions.Memories of childhood and family, contemplations on nature in all its states, considerations of relationships;there is a poem for all moods.The message of all these poems seems simple: to treat all creatures with kindness. The path of kindness is not always easy, but if nothing else is taken from these poems, hopefully their central message is clear: that it is always, always worth it.

Even In The Grief is a poetry collection on finding hope while grieving ambiguous loss. Carter's poems explore the tension of love and loss, strength and pain, despair and hope. The book is divided into four sections: Shock, Reckoning, Peripheral Losses, and Permission. These sections and their poems both mirror and question the conventionally understood process of grief. This collection invites the reader to reckon with loss and rediscover hope, Even In The Grief. Mourn by peelingPetal by petalAll that you thought would beThere comes a day when the flower is bald Unrecognizable Much like me

Se il diletto che reca la poesia, fu cagione ch'essa prima dell'eloquenza fosse coltivata in Roma, il vantaggio e l'onore che a' Romani veniva dall'eloquenza, fu cagione che questa prima della poesia giungesse alla sua perfezione. Già abbiam veduto il felice progresso che essa avea fatto fino innanzi all'ultima guerra cartaginese. L'onore in cui erano gli oratori, il potere ch'essi aveano nella Repubblica, e le dignità a cui l'eloquenza conduceva, determinarono molti tra' Romani a coltivarla con ardore e con impegno sempre maggiore. Ma dappoichè la conquista della Grecia, che non molto dopo la distruzione di Cartagine fecero i Romani, un libero e frequente commercio introdusse tra le due ...

Læs 3. del af trilogien om Amalie Munk, der i 1923 er kommet i huset som guvernante på det sydfynske gods Hvidesø.Endelig afsluttes historien med denne erotiske romance Fremtid, hvor vi følger det nygifte par umiddelbart efter brylluppet og vinterens dramatiske hændelser.Historien læses bedst i rækkefølge Datid, Nutid og Fremtid. Denne sidste og længste fortælling Fremtid er fyldt med både forviklinger og stor lykke og fortælles gennem hovedpersonen selv.Her hendes tanker fra bogens begyndelse, hvor parret er taget på en rejse til Italien:Vi sover til middag som to små fugleunger. På loggiaen, i skyggen, i den store sofa. Jeg har kun et ønske. At mit liv aldrig må stoppe. Jeg er forelsket i livet. Mit liv sammen med ham.

From Ann Bennett, bestselling author of The Orphan House, comes The Lake Palace, an enchanting historical novel set in British India during the Burma Campaign in WWII.Perfect for fans of Dinah Jeffries, Victoria Hislop and The Kashmir Shawl by Rosie Thomas.India,1944: Iris Walker, daughter of the British Political Agent in the princely state of Ranipur, is a volunteer nurse, caring for soldiers wounded fighting the Japanese on the border with Burma. One evening the maharajah invites Iris and her parents to a dinner at the Lake Palace, where she meets the enigmatic Edward Stark, a friend of the prince. Edward is dashing, kind and considerate, and the attraction is instantly mutual.But Edward is en route to a special mission in the Naga Hills, meaning they have only days together before Iris is once again left alone. To distract herself from longing for Edward, Iris volunteers to work in a mobile hospital unit travelling behind the front line of the 14th Army where she sees the horrors of war first hand and realises how precious and precarious life can be.In 1985, Iris, newly widowed, returns to India on holiday. A visit to the now neglected Lake Palace, brings back bitter memories from the 1940s that Iris cannot now let rest. She embarks on a journey into the Naga Hills to uncover long-buried truths from the war years.The Lake Palace is the follow-up to The Lake Pavilion, although it can be read as a standalone book.Praise for Ann Bennett"Brilliant: I loved this book and believed in the characters immediately...Didn't want it to finish and several hours after reading the last line, it's still going round in my head. Great book!" Five Stars Amazon reviewer"I raced through this book in just over twenty-four hours. I literally could not put it down...' Bibilobeth Goodreads"Unputdownable: This was an engrossing read. I love how Ann Bennett crafts a story. Highly recommended." Five Stars. Amazon reviewer."Fabulous!!!!!! One of the very best books I've read! Really keeps your interests piqued... Absolutely loved, loved, this story!" Five Stars. Goodreads reviewer

From award-winning author, Ann Bennett, comes a captivating story of love and loss set in Burma during WWII and the 1988 pro-democracy uprising.Tragic events from WW2 echo down through three generations of women ...Ninety-year old Grace has lived a long life, a life filled with memories of marriage to Jack... a man whose world had been torn apart by war. She receives a sketch of a beautiful Indian woman made by her husband. Who is she?Twenty-seven years ago, Grace's daughter, Louise, made a promise to Jack on his death-bed, a promise which took her to Burma where she became caught up in events with tragic consequences. Today, Louise and her daughter, Eve, are retracing Louise's steps to Myanmar, to search for the girl in Jack's sketch. But they are unprepared for the long-buried secrets their journey will unearth...

"The Fly Boys to the Rescue, Volume 2" by Ellis: Soar into the Next Thrilling Chapter of Aerial HeroismIn "The Fly Boys to the Rescue, Volume 2," the master storyteller Edward S. Ellis returns with a compelling continuation of the gripping saga of these intrepid aviators. As they navigate the tumultuous skies of World War I, their courage, camaraderie, and unwavering determination shine brightly against the backdrop of history's darkest hours.Key Highlights:1. **Continuing the Adventure:** Volume 2 picks up where the first installment left off, ensuring readers remain enthralled by the ongoing journey of these extraordinary young aviators.2. **Unforgettable Characters:** Reacquaint yourself with familiar faces and get to know new additions as Ellis fleshes out his characters, offering deeper insights into their motivations, challenges, and triumphs.3. **High-Octane Aerial Action:** Brace yourself for even more heart-pounding aerial combat sequences. Ellis masterfully immerses readers in the thrill of dogfights and the complexity of aerial maneuvers, capturing the essence of early aviation warfare.4. **Themes of Sacrifice and Honor:** As the story unfolds, "The Fly Boys to the Rescue" delves deeper into the sacrifices these heroes make, exploring the concept of honor, selflessness, and heroism in the face of adversity.5. **Historical Accuracy:** As with Volume 1, Ellis's dedication to historical accuracy ensures that readers receive an educational and immersive experience in the world of early aviation and World War I.6. **Volume 2:** While standing on its own as an engaging narrative, Volume 2 is a continuation of the epic journey that promises further character development, adventure, and surprises that will captivate readers.Edward S. Ellis once again demonstrates his storytelling prowess, crafting a narrative that seamlessly blends history and adventure. "The Fly Boys to the Rescue, Volume 2" is a tribute to the spirit of early aviators, a testament to the courage that resided in the hearts of the young "Fly Boys," and a reminder of the heroism that defines the human spirit in the face of daunting challenges.For those seeking an enthralling blend of history, camaraderie, and aerial heroism, "The Fly Boys to the Rescue, Volume 2" is a must-read. It's a continuation of an epic journey that will keep you on the edge of your seat and leave you eagerly awaiting the next volume in the series.

How far would you go to get what you want?Emma Carter works two jobs during the day and her husband Ronnie works nights. They just about make ends meet and she's had enough. She wants more. Money is a powerful aphrodisiac and the ruin of men. It sucks you in and promises the world and people will do anything to grasp it for themselves. She is no exception. She overhears a conversation that could change everything, but is she brave enough to see it through?It's time to venture out of the shadows and take what she wants and use what she knows to get it. But Ronnie has other ideas and stands in her way and Emma will need to fight for what she wants or risk losing everything.However, her husband has a secret that could destroy them both. Will she wish she never left the shadows at all?

The journey of transformation through kidney failure Step into the world of a patient grappling with the relentless grip of kidney failure. Discover the challenges, triumphs, and heart-wrenching moments that define their journey. Brace yourself for an intimate exploration of the human spirit as it battles against the odds. Prepare to be moved, inspired, and enlightened as you delve into the depths of this extraordinary tale. A journey from dialysis and vision loss to a life-saving kidney transplant and a remarkable new beginning... Adnan, who suffers from kidney failure, wins the overall challenge in COVID-19 with his wife Naaz and son Sharik and their friends. Their incredible narratives of courage, tenacity, and compassion of some people will captivate you. Discover how Adnan fought back against renal failure, its devastating consequences, and how the medical professionals who helped him survive were actually angels from God. They will inspire you with their strength and sacrifice in the face of adversity. Explore how Adnan handled his work life. How he managed his team for a national-level competition despite multiple hospitalisationsDiscover how people have come together in the past to save lives in extreme situations. Humanity ultimately wins out and saves the day. The trials of others will inspire you to keep fighting. Reading this book will open your eyes to the fact that the hardships we face pale in comparison to the torment endured by others. This story of resilience and the battle against organ failure will move and inspire you.

Suzanne Butler is saloon girl "Montana Sue" at the Lady Gay in Dodge City who has been hiding from an arranged marriage for over a year. Word has reached her that the man she spurned is on his way to Dodge City to reclaim her.Cyrus Kennedy is a widowed Texas cattle baron, expected to deliver his cattle to the stockyard in Dodge City, make arrangements with a new housekeeper and tutor for his ten-year-old son. He didn't expect a former feisty saloon girl would be going back to Texas with him.Will Suzanne be able to shed "Montana Sue" and avoid an unwanted marriage?What will Cryus' men and his boy think when he brings the red-headed Suzanne Butler home with him along the Chisholm Trail?

O novo romance de Francisco Angulo, "Um Casamento Cigano e um Funeral Escocês", é uma obra-prima do realismo mágico que cativará tanto o leitor casual quanto o estudioso de literatura. Angulo demonstra ser um digno condiscípulo de escritores como Gabriel García Márquez e Julio Cortázar em sua habilidade de misturar o cotidiano com o fantástico de uma maneira que parece absolutamente natural.A trama segue as desventuras de Agustín, um aspirante a escritor que vive na pobreza em um bairro de Madrid, e seu peculiar amigo Luisito, que sempre está tramando algum plano descabido para ficar rico rapidamente. Quando Luisito envolve Agustín em um casamento falso com uma imigrante somali chamada Marilyn, uma hilariante cadeia de eventos absurdos e situações alucinantes é desencadeada.O que distingue Angulo como um verdadeiro mestre da narrativa é a destreza com que entrelaça múltiplos elementos cômicos e dramáticos sem perder o fio condutor. Cada cena, por absurda que seja, surge de forma orgânica da anterior. Por exemplo, quando o trio é forçado a fugir da polícia no aeroporto, acabam entrando por engano em um casamento cigano e depois em um velório escocês.Angulo exibe domínio da linguagem que lhe permite mudar de registro com facilidade, da prosa poética à fala coloquial madrilenha. Há também um virtuosismo na caracterização das personagens, que são ao mesmo tempo arquétipos e criaturas únicas e idiossincráticas.Um dos maiores feitos do romance é a humanização de personagens marginais como Luisito, um velhaco do submundo madrilenho com um coração de ouro. A amizade entre este e o introspectivo Agustín parece ter ecos quixotescos. Também é um acerto o fato de Angulo evitar estereótipos ao retratar os ciganos, traçando retratos afáveis, porém verossímeis.As situações delirantes que os protagonistas vivem poderiam derivar em um humor absurdo vazio, mas aqui sempre revelam verdades mais profundas sobre a condição humana. Quando Agustín sofre ataques de pânico e pensa que está morrendo, não podemos deixar de nos identificar com seus medos irracionais. Até os assassinos que perseguem Marilyn têm seus motivos ocultos.Em suma, com "Um Casamento Cigano e um Funeral Escocês" Angulo codeia-se com os mestres do realismo mágico sem parecer um imitador. Sua prosa ágil e lírica, sua imaginação transbordante e seu olhar compassivo fazem deste romance uma celebração das maravilhas e misérias da vida.Recomendo enfaticamente que o universo de Angulo seja penetrado. Embora os elementos fantásticos pareçam improváveis, suas personagens respiram com uma autenticidade comovente. Depois de ler este romance, o mundo real será visto de forma diferente, mais misterioso, mais poético. Em suas páginas se encerra a essência do que nos torna humanos."Tive que escrever catorze romances de terror antes de conseguir escrever um de humor".

"Unconditional Love: The Essence of Motherhood" is an illuminating exploration of the profound and transformative power of maternal affection. Within its pages, readers embark on a captivating journey that delves deep into the heart of motherhood, unraveling the mysteries of unconditional love. Through poignant stories, scientific insights, and practical guidance, this book navigates the complexities of maternal love, from understanding its origins to expressing it amidst challenges. It celebrates the unwavering dedication of mothers, offering valuable perspectives on nurturing healthy relationships, fostering resilience, and promoting emotional growth. Addressing societal, cultural, and psychological dimensions, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of the impact of maternal love on individuals and society. With wisdom and compassion, it empowers mothers and readers alike, reminding us all of the timeless and universal significance of a mother's boundless, unconditional love.

In classical Tamil, Senkonmai means Righteous Sceptre. In latter centuries it became senmai, or when shortened even further-sen. Kol is the wooden rod used by a shepherd to guide and protect his flock. Combine the two words, and senkol (a word in popular use) becomes the staff (sceptre) a king wields. It is the physical manifestation of austerity, purity, mercy, and truthfulness-the dharmic tenets that guided the rulers of ancient Tamilakam. The sceptre was not a symbol of lordship and power, as was commonly associated with the royal mace in other ancient cultures such as the Egyptian, Mesopotamian, Persian, and even later-day monarchies.In ancient Tamilakam, kings were known as kovalan and kavalan, both terms used interchangeably. Kovalan is the wielder of the senkol. Kavalan is the servant-guardian.A kovalan, by his example, serves and guards and guides the state.If he fails in this duty, he must make good, or if unable to rectify the error, he must pay a penalty. The price could be restitution, such as money to put matters right or some other favour that restores or compensates the damage or loss to the affected constituent, be it a person or an institution. In extreme cases, he must be prepared to forfeit his life. Honour, duty, and accountability demanded this of him.The senkol in the hands of the kovalan constantly reminded him he, as the wielder of the kol, was a mere kavalan, servant-guardian of the state.These obligations on the king were disseminated to the people by temple inscriptions, palm-leaf books, guru-sishyan (teacher-student) discourses, and history enacted through the medium of story-telling (oral tradition), visual arts (portraiture and sculpture), and performance arts (dance and drama).An early example of the kavalan's duty, responsibility, and accountability was expounded in Silapathikaram, the classic Tamil epic composed by Elango-Adigal (the venerable ascetic prince). He was a prince-turned-monk and brother of Senkuttuvan, the Cheran king.Song of the Ankle Rings is based on the Silapathikaram.The Pandyan King, Nedun-Cheliyan, wrongly condemns Kannagi's husband of stealing the queen's anklet, and puts him to death. When she learns of this atrocity, she confronts the king in open court and proves her husband's innocence.The righteous king, horrified by his negligence that had led to the irredeemable error, grabs his chest and cries, "Am I king? No, I am the thief."Distraught and ashamed of the gross injustice committed, he digs his fingers into his chest and dies-his heart having failed him.Panegyrists sang his praises thus: "The kavalan's injustice bent his senkol, yet the kovalan's death reinstated his dynasty's righteousness. Rejoice people, for the senkol stands upright again."Kannagi, arguably the first female protagonist in Tamil literature, is revered in India and the Tamil diaspora as an exemplary model for womanhood. There are temples and statues raised to her memory.Welcome! Hear Kannagi and her husband, Kovalan-his name is an irony in more ways than one-recount their stories in Song of the Ankle Rings.

What's going on behind the pretty pink door?Can something so pretty hide a dreadful truth?Esme and Lucas thought they had moved up in the world.They bought an impressive new house on a desirable development but do they fit in?Nancy and Adrian moved to escape a secret they appear to have packed and brought with them.What will the neighbours think if they discover what it is?Jasmine and Liam appear to have it all. Their neighbours want what they have but did they go a step too far to achieve it?Then there's Keith and Sandra Wickham who everyone wishes hadn't moved there at all.They all have one thing in common and it's not the street they moved into.It's their fascination for what goes on behind the pretty pink door.Who lives there and what secrets does it hide?Secrets have a habit of coming out and none of theirs are safe.What happens when the pretty pink door opens and lets them all inside?Sometimes it's easier to turn a blind eye than to face the consequences but true evil is found in the ones who look away and do nothing.From the author of the bestselling book, The Girl on Gander Green Lane.How well do you really know your neighbours?

Un bellissimo romanzo di amori perduti e segreti non raccontati…Con il cuore spezzato per la mancanza del fidanzato, Fern si reca a casa di sua zia in Italia per trovare pace e conforto.Lì, incantata dalla bellezza del paesaggio e consumata da una storia che lei trova affascinante, Fern viene catapultata nella vita della bella ma imprudente Cecilia, una dama nella corte di Caterina Cornaro, Signora di Asolo.Più Fern si avvicina a scoprire perché Cecilia sembra riportarla indietro nel tempo, più echi del passato cominciano a manifestarsi nel presente.Quando passato e presente si scontrano, mettendo sia Fern che Cecilia in un pericolo mortale, riuscirà Fern a tenersi lontana dal rischio e a scendere a patti con il suo passato?

He already lived before the World Wars, before the invention of electricity, he lived before the discovery of the American continent, he existed before the Holy Roman Empire, before Rome, before Christianity, before the Greek philosophers, before the Great Pyramid of Giza, before the extinction of mammoths, before the first pharaoh...5000 years for a human being is an eternity, but for Kushim, it's just one life... Are you ready to learn his story?

Two sisters lose sight of what's most important- family bonds. Holly Tremaine is living on borrowed time. A life-threatening illness ends her promising musical career and sends her home, hoping to make amends for the past. Levi Anderson is on the fast track to a successful year within his profession- the last thing he has time for is his twin brother's shenanigans. But when it includes the one woman Levi hasn't been able to forget, his conscience won't let him avoid the temptation to see her again. Can remorse heal all wounds? Or will past betrayals continue to ruin family ties, one thread at a time?

Will the love of her witch be enough to heal her wolf? Kardia Markway was sent to Howling Valley to live a peaceful life. As the granddaughter of a councilman, her life would always be in the spotlight and dangerous. She would be free to live as she wanted in her new town with her little secret. Kardia couldn't shift. Her wolf refused to make an appearance. River Delacroix was a powerful witch and healer. The moment she laid her eyes on Kardia, she knew the wolf was in pain and needed her help. She was desperate to help Kardia. Everything she tried failed. She had to succeed because she'd awakened for Kardia. This wolf was the other half of her soul. If her love for the wolf shifter couldn't fix her, how could they truly seal their bond?

To Murder and Create is an extraordinarily creative and engaging historical novel loosely structured around T. S. Eliot's paradigm-bending modernist poem "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock." Set in Boston of 1915, an array of eccentric and eminently charming tenants inhabit a boardinghouse sternly governed by a rule-bound yet likable landlady. They include the retired captain with a secret, the literary-minded cook, the spinster who has all but given up on love, two carpetbaggers who could have sprung from the pages of Mark Twain, the "confirmed bachelor" who stumbles into happiness, and the retired professor who is obsessed with his former student, T. S. Eliot. Star-crossed love, passion, jealousy, and courage take center stage in this captivating glimpse of an authentically rendered bygone world brimming with timeless questions of the heart and mind.

Als Security im Dienst der Puffmutter Ruby-Jean stellt Nancy sicher, dass die Regeln des Etablissements befolgt werden - notfalls mit ihrem stupsnasigen Revolver, versteckt in ihrem Strumpfband.Unerwartet trifft sie auf Mike, und zwei Welten prallen aufeinander. Zwar verbindet sie eine kurze gemeinsame Kindheit, doch diese unbeschwerte Zeit hatte einst ein gewaltsames Ende für Nancy gefunden.Seitdem ist sie geprägt von Wut und Einsamkeit. Dazu hinterlässt das gefährliche Leben im Rotlicht seine Spuren, die einen tiefen Graben zwischen Nancy und Mike aufreißen.Eine Geschichte über Liebe und Schicksal, Schuld und Vergebung.

Die Jahre und Tage eilen nur so dahin. Noch mit fünfzig hätte ich mir niemals vorstellen können, dass ich einmal auf achtzig Jahre zurückblicken werde, dabei noch körperlich und geistig fit im Sessel sitzen kann, das Laptop auf den Knien, damit beschäftigt, ein weiteres Buch zu schreiben, nachdem es schon über dreißig sind. Tausend Gedanken wirbeln mir ständig durch den Kopf, wie in einer Endlosspirale. Erinnerungen, Erfahrungen werden lebendig und manche Protagonisten aus den vergangenen Jahrzehnten erscheinen mir vor dem geistigen Auge. Einmal sind es traurige, mal freudige Geschehnisse und dann auch solche, die im Nachhinein noch Schmunzeln hervorrufen. Das gilt es zu kanalisieren. Vielleicht ist das eine oder andere Geschichtle und skurrile Erlebnisse es wert, in der Erinnerung wachgehalten zu werden. Über andere Geschehen können wir vielleicht schmunzeln oder es macht nachdenklich, und das ist es dann auch wert, dass es schriftlich festgehalten wurde, nicht für die Ewigkeit, aber dass heute der Leser einen Nutzen daran hat. Anderes ist vielleicht unwichtig und nur in den Wind geschrieben. Was gefällt und nicht gefällt ist wieder subjektiv, das liegt im Auge des Betrachters, und da sind die Interessen des Einzelnen völlig unterschiedlich und sehr individuell. All das zu schildern, was ich erlebt habe, woran ich mich noch sehr gut erinnern kann oder was mir berichtet wurde, ist nicht möglich. Nur ein paar Anekdoten habe ich Revue passieren lassen und aufgeschrieben und ich hoffe, es gefällt. Wenn nicht, dann vergesst es einfach wieder, wie vieles andere unwichtige auch.

Als es in seiner Ehe mit Marcella zu kriseln beginnt, gerät die bisher heile Welt von Sven De Luca ins Wanken. Er sehnt sich nach Nähe und Leichtigkeit - sie ist jedoch nur für ihre Patienten da. Dann taucht Svens Ex-Freundin Laura auf und verwickelt ihn ungefragt in ihre Probleme. Er verschweigt Marcella die gemeinsame Vergangenheit - und dass Laura von der Polizei gesucht wird. Dafür ist Dana, die Nanny seiner Kinder, eingeweiht. Doch Dana spielt ihr eigenes, gefährliches Spiel. Noch ehe Sven begreift, in was er hineingeraten ist, werden Marcella und die Kinder entführt ...