Sie hat nie gelernt zu leben. Er legt ihr die Welt zu Füßen.L.A. ist wild und bunt, doch davon bekommt Kayla nichts mit: Denn wegen ihrer kontrollsüchtigen Mutter kennt sie nur das Innere ihres Hauses. Als Kayla eines Nachts durch Zufall einen Weg in die Freiheit findet, trifft sie auf den attraktiven Jake. Dieser zeigt ihr, wie schön das Leben sein kann, wenn man es richtig auskostet. Es fliegen die Funken, aber eigentlich haben sich die beiden online schon in jemand anderen verliebt. Plötzlich finden sie sich in einem Sturm der Gefühle wieder und müssen sich entscheiden: Für wen schlägt ihr Herz wirklich?Mit märchenhafter Romantik verzaubert der neue Young-Adult-Roman von Marina Maass, in dem Kayla und Jake um ihre Freiheit, ihre Träume und ihre Liebe kämpfen. Jetzt auch als Buch-Set erhältlich!
Ein Krimi mit dem "Sauerland-Team"Unverhofft bekommt die Selbstverteidigungs-Trainerin Jana Müller den Auftrag, für die behinderten Frauen der heilpädagogischen Michaels-Werkstätten einen Kurs zu geben. Aber wer sollte ausgerechnet diese Frauen in ihrem idyllischen Refugium bedrohen?Wie sie schnell erfährt, ist die Bedrohung allerdings überaus real. Zwei Bewohner der Michaels-Werkstätten wurden bestialisch ermordet, und die Polizei befürchtet einen weiteren Mordversuch. Jana wurde bewusst hierher gelockt, weil Ermittler Schmidtken glaubt, dass sie die Frauen eher zum Reden bringen kann.Auch wenn ihre Liebste, die Polizeifotografin Rosi Kramer, ihr sowohl bei dem Kurs als auch bei den Ermittlungen zur Seite stehen kann, ist Jana sauer. Es ist wahrhaftig nicht ihr Lebensziel, unter fadenscheinigen Vorwänden als Ermittlungsgehilfin ausgenutzt zu werden.Doch dann merkt sie, dass nicht nur die Heimbewohnerinnen in Gefahr sind ...
In the gripping novel set against the gritty backdrop of 1970s Chicago, two elderly men, wearied by their homeless existence, embark on a fateful train journey that promises a fresh start out west. Their story, deeply entrenched in the themes of a small-town thriller and a road trip adventure book, offers a poignant exploration of the human condition.As the train snakes through the heart of America, what begins as a hopeful quest for work and redemption swiftly spirals into a harrowing tale of crime and mystery. Their journey, marked by heartbreaking twists and turns, soon becomes a suspenseful thriller teeming with heart and emotion.Amidst the clatter of the rails and the ever-changing landscapes, a traumatic event in a desolate train car catapults them into a vortex of chaos. What unfolds is a chilling narrative of deceit, murder, and grave robbing, unraveling dormant secrets that threaten to consume them.Proudly represented by Crystal Lake Publishing-Tales from the Darkest Depths.
Tri ubistva. Jedna utvara. Jedan svedok beskucnik i jedan policijski inspektor koji su slicniji nego sto deluju. Drustvance osumnjicenih sa mnostvom tajni. Sta li su oni jos krili jedni od drugih i da li je mozda ta tajna odvela toliko ljudi u smrt? Ko je sledeci od njih na spisku misterioznog ubice?(Nebojsa Saikovski)Roman Mirjane Susic ¿Krvava cestitka" pokazuje borbu andjela i djavola na ramenu coveka ... njihovo prisustvo se itekako oseca. I jedan i drugi su svojstveni ljudskim bicima, urodjeni, ukorenjeni u nasim genima. Ali citajuci ovo delo izvodimo sledeci zakljucak - oni skloniji da se priklone djavolu cesto na licu nose masku andjela; a oni skloniji da se priklone andjelu - (voljno ili ne) nose masku zrtve. Sredine da li uopste ima, a sredina (da ne kazemo - zlatni presek) od izuzetne je vaznosti da bismo funkcionisali normalno, uravnotezeno, ljudski.(Dajana Lazarevic)
A young man named Rex awakens to find himself lost in a strange and beautiful world called EeNara; a breathtaking and wondrous place, filled with sentient dinosaurs and a race of humanoid creatures called SaVarians. All of which possess a living flame: the physical manifestation of the cosmic forces that gave birth to and bind the universe together. With the help of five wayward new friends, Rex learns to harness the destructive power of his own flame, before setting out with them on a journey to confront a dragon army from beyond the stars that threatens war upon their world.
A make-or-break election. A food poisoning epidemic. A town in chaos.With a highly charged local election consuming the community, Police Chief Cassidy Chambers braces herself for a challenging day of breaking up petty conflicts and tamping down high emotions. But when widespread food poisoning spreads among potential voters across the island, Cassidy smells something rotten in the air.As Cassidy examines every possibility to uncover what's going on, local enigma Anthony Gilead again comes on her radar. The man is running for mayor and his cult-like following is growing at an alarming rate. Cassidy feels certain he has a spy embedded in her inner circle. The problem is that her pool of suspects gets deeper every day.Can Cassidy get to the bottom of what's eating away at her peaceful island home? Will voters turn out despite the outbreak of illness plaguing their tranquil town? And the even bigger question: Has darkness come to stay on Lantern Beach?***Dead on Arrival is the fourth book in the new Lantern Beach P.D. series. Each novel contains a standalone mystery, but several overarching mysteries stretch throughout the entire series.***Other Books in the Lantern Beach P.D. series:On the LookoutAttempt to LocateFirst Degree MurderDead on ArrivalPlan of Action
FROM THE BOXING RINGS OF NEW YORK TO THE SHADOWY CORNERS OF KOLKATA, A FEMALE FIGHTER'S BATTLE WITH ADDICTION TURNS INTO A THRILLING FIGHT FOR REDEMPTION AND SURVIVAL."Kali on the Ropes" by Ali Kaden takes readers on a raw, tumultuous journey with Arya, a once-promising boxer turned underground fighter, grappling with addiction in New York's darkest corners. But when a dangerous incident forces her out of the city, Arya flees to India seeking a fresh start.Arya confronts a reality far removed from the fight clubs of New York. Amidst the chaotic streets of Kolkata, she encounters the Missionaries of Charity, who serve the city's forgotten souls with unwavering compassion. But even as the nuns offer solace to the destitute, the sinister shadow of sex slavery looms large, revealing a world where human lives are traded like commodities.In this gripping narrative that bridges two worlds, Arya's escape from the clutches of addiction and violence to the harrowing alleys of sex trafficking in Kolkata exposes the grim realities of life, as well as the profound resilience of the human spirit. Set against a gritty yet rich backdrop, "Kali on the Ropes" will keep you on the edge of your seat.Similar to the gritty realism of Chuck Palahniuk's "Fight Club," the emotional depth of Jeannette Walls' "The Glass Castle," and the introspective journey of Paulo Coelho's "Veronika Decides to Die."
Nailing a murderer is difficult... but so is dealing with a cranky talking dog. When the owner of Hammer and Nail Hardware is found dead, Gina's most loyal customer, Erika, becomes the prime suspect. Despite having every reason to kill Molly Burton, Erika vehemently denies involvement and pleads with Gina to help uncover the real murderer. With almost all evidence pointing to Erika, Gina and her talking dog, Daisy, along with Deputy Trevor Hutchinson, delve into the secrets concealed behind the aisles of the hardware store. However, the clues they unearth leave them with more questions than answers. Adding to the chaos, Gina takes in a bonded pair of dogs who prefer solitude. Daisy is determined to break them up, despite Gina's pleas to let them be. As danger escalates, can Gina and Daisy hammer out the details and expose the true murderer?
Just when the current seems safer, an unseen danger emerges and threatens to destroy everything.When Cassidy Livingston finds a journal hidden deep in the recesses of her ice cream truck, her curiosity kicks into high gear. Islanders suspect that Elsa, the journal's owner, didn't die accidentally. Her final entry indicates their suspicions might be correct and that what Elsa observed on her final night may have led to her demise.Against the advice of Ty Chambers, her former Navy SEAL boyfriend, Cassidy taps into her detective skills and hunts for answers. But her search only leads to a skeletal body and trouble for both of them. As helplessness threatens to drown her, Cassidy is desperate to turn back time.Can Cassidy find what she needs to navigate the perilous situation? Or will the riptide surrounding her threaten everyone and everything Cassidy loves?Other Books in the Lantern Beach Mystery Series:Hidden CurrentsFlood WatchStorm SurgeDangerous WatersPerilous RiptideDeadly Undertow
The thrilling conclusion to the Lantern Beach PD series is finally here!A missing Navy SEAL. Danger at the boiling point. The ultimate showdown.When Police Chief Cassidy Chambers' husband, Ty, disappears, her world is turned upside down. His truck is discovered with blood inside, crashed in a ditch on Lantern Beach, but he's nowhere to be found. As they launch a manhunt to find him, Cassidy discovers that someone on the island has a deadly obsession with Ty.Meanwhile, Gilead's Cove seems to be imploding. As danger heightens, federal law enforcement officials are called in. The cult's growing threat could lead to the pinnacle standoff of good versus evil. A clear plan of action is needed or the results will be devastating.Will Cassidy find Ty in time, or will she face a gut-wrenching loss? Will Anthony Gilead finally be unmasked for who he really is and be brought to justice? Hundreds of innocent lives are at stake . . . and not everyone will come out alive.Books in the Lantern PD series:#1 On the Lookout#2 Attempt to Locate#3 First Degree Murder#4 Dead on Arrival#5 Plan of Action
Once upon a time, fairies and trolls roamed the earth, and mankind was a friend to all. The world was at peace.Then great battles ensued for the right to rule the earth. Blackgaard, whose strength was unequaled and whose greed was without bounds, vanquished all who stood before him.In such a world in turmoil could two beings, as different as the sun and the moon, find love and defeat the evil about to envelop them?This is the story of Delfi.
Two sworn brothers. Two unique curses. One is doomed to lose his mind at the age of forty, and the other has demonic blood coursing through his veins waiting to turn on him at any moment. Will they solve the mysteries and find a cure for their curses? If they have to choose to cure only one, whose will it be?Brook and Trevi have followed a lead on one of their curses to Alir, a planet plagued with starstorms. They find moon magic, moon gardens, dragons, and a green witch named Emmy who might be able to shine some light in their darkness. Two sworn brothers. Two unique curses. One is doomed to lose his mind at the age of forty, and the other has demonic blood coursing through his veins waiting to turn on him at any moment. Will they solve the mysteries and find a cure for their curses? If they have to choose to cure only one, whose will it be?Brook and Trevi have followed a lead on one of their curses to Alir, a planet plagued with starstorms. They find moon magic, moon gardens, dragons, and a green witch named Emmy who might be able to shine some light in their darkness. Two sworn brothers. Two unique curses. One is doomed to lose his mind at the age of forty, and the other has demonic blood coursing through his veins waiting to turn on him at any moment. Will they solve the mysteries and find a cure for their curses? If they have to choose to cure only one, whose will it be?Brook and Trevi have followed a lead on one of their curses to Alir, a planet plagued with starstorms. They find moon magic, moon gardens, dragons, and a green witch named Emmy who might be able to shine some light in their darkness.
Hilton Head Intrigue is the fourth in a series featuring the adventures of Clint Harrison, the sheriff of a small Colorado town. Cliff and his new wife, Mary Alice, honeymoon on Hilton Head Island, hoping for several days of romance, relaxation and sightseeing. While on the beach, they meet a stranger who offers to take them on a sailing trip around the island. All goes well until Clint becomes curious about strange lights seen offshore. Their new friend tries to convince Clint to ignore the strange occurrence, but Clint's cop instincts tell him that something foul is afoot. His curiosity leads him into dangerous waters, and he learns too late that he should have heeded their new friend's warning. He soon learns that this investigation may turn out to be his last.
A hard case with large amounts of intrigue gets Samuel's blood moving and his investigative juices flowing along with it. After solving his first big case that put an end to a cattle rustling ring, he is called upon in his next big caper to help uncover how very expensive works of art are going missing from some of the most secure galleries in the world. He becomes completely stumped until an individual shows up, leaving a mysterious note for him that reveals one of the keys needed to unravel the case. This sends him down a trail of suspense and intrigue, where he becomes entangled in numerous webs of deceit, exposing him to desperate individuals and grave moments of danger that threaten his very existence. It is only by God's providential grace that Samuel avoids having his life taken away by the hands of evil men.The Case of the Vanishing Masterpieces is a real page-turner that will keep you guessing all the way to the end.
Marcus Thompson and Hunter Anderson have always been in the dark when it comes to their parents' past. But now they have to face the cold, hard truth as a revenge scheme targets them, their friends, and their families.A revenge scheme that will drag their parents' secret crimes kicking and screaming into the light, no matter the price.
Not Safe For Work.Rated M for Mature.NC-17.What else can I tell you about this book except that it's not intended for young readers, young-at-heart readers, middle-aged readers, readers with weak stomachs, readers with strong moral compasses, readers with objections to profanity, or readers without access to The Urban Dictionary.NSFW - Shingles collected edition volume one collects six novellas of ridiculous horror comedy from the creator of Bubba the Monster Hunter.If you've ever wondered how to fight off a zombie apocalypse with items found in an adult novelty store, this book is for you.If you've ever fallen in love with a car. REALLY in love. Yes, THAT kind of love. This book is for you.If you have an unreasoning fear of clowns and/or egg beaters, this book is for you.If you've ever taken an Elf on a Shelf to a strip club, this book is for you. Also, what is WRONG with you?If you've ever thought of TrueBlood as a feminist manifesto, this book is for you.If you've ever had nightmares about detached radioactive genitals attacking people, this book is for you. And again, what is WRONG with you?This is the book your middle school english teach gave you detention for reading.This is the book your parents made you go to church twice that week for reading.This is the book your therapist suggested you never, EVER read again. Also, screw your therapist. They obviously aren't looking out for your best interests.
Fortunes Lost, Lives Unraveled: A Gripping Drama of Lottery Dreams, Betrayal, and Redemption!Embark on an intense journey through the highs and lows of fortune in Cheryl A. Naill's captivating drama-mystery, Sequence of Events. Tailored for mature readers, blue-collar workers, and lottery enthusiasts, this page-turner explores the intricate web of fate, deceit, and unexpected twists that unfold when a life-altering lottery win takes a tragic turn.In a small town where dreams seem elusive, a group of friends, co-workers, and lottery players find themselves immersed in a gripping tale of suspense and betrayal. A hit-and-run claims the life of the usual lottery ticket buyer, Jack, and the winning ticket disappears, turning the group's world upside down. Navigating a maze of secrets, the narrative unfolds, revealing the transformative power of wealth and the resilience of the human spirit.From the routine days of blue-collar workers and their dreams to the gritty world of weekend drug dealers and everything in between, Sequence of Events resonates with readers who appreciate authentic characters facing life's complexities. Denise, a lottery winner with a turbulent past, Julie, a shifty character seeking one last score, and Gary, burdened by resentments, add layers to this captivating story. The tension builds as retired widower Earl unwittingly holds the key to the missing ticket.Cheryl A. Naill weaves a tale transcending gender and background, resonating with both male and female readers. This drama-mystery challenges age-old adages while the characters grapple with justice, love, and the unexpected consequences of their lottery windfall.
Nel cuore di New York, Julianne è intrappolata tra la contentezza della sua vita attuale e il disagio di avere pochi ricordi del suo passato. Il suo mondo cambia quando incontra James, un ricco scapolo della City che è immediatamente attratto da lei. Nonostante l'incertezza iniziale, Julianne viene travolta e la loro vorticosa storia d'amore porta a un fidanzamento. Tuttavia la famiglia di James reagisce freddamente, accennando a segreti sul passato della donna. Spinta da questo mistero, Julianne esplora un vecchio baule di ricordi, lasciatole dai suoi genitori defunti, scoprendo prove di un passato sconosciuto, accanto al simbolo di un serpente, che suscitano domande più profonde. La rivelazione di qualcuno, secondo cui Julianne potrebbe essere la figlia di un membro della mafia, in possesso di prove cruciali di attività illecite, costringe James a un dilemma che minaccia le ambizioni politiche di suo padre. Nonostante le accuse di James, Julianne decide comunque di scoprire la verità, ad ogni costo.
Mi hermana se llamaba Layla. Sé quién la mató. Ella me lo dijo.Gale, un niño de diez años, está hundido en el dolor tras la muerte de su hermana mayor, Layla. Sus padres continúan absortos en una investigación policial que aún no ha logrado capturar al asesino.En estas atroces circunstancias, Gale ha creado un refugio donde la figura silenciosa y fantasmal de Layla lo acompaña. Él sabe que no es real, su terapeuta de duelo le ha explicado que es sólo una creación de su subconsciente y desaparecerá a medida que Gale se recupere. Pero si eso es cierto, Gale no desea mejorar.Y entonces, Layla hace algo completamente inesperado. Le revela quién la asesinó...Entre sombras es un thriller cautivador que no podrás dejar de leer.
Con solo 14 años, Billy Wheatley ya ha resuelto dos asesinatos, bueno, más o menos.Billy decide abrir una agencia de detectives privados en la solitaria Isla de Lornea. De manera algo inesperada encuentra una socia y consigue una cliente de verdad, aunque ambas resultan ser un poco extrañas a su manera.Billy y su socia Ámbar comienzan a investigar el caso de un hombre que desapareció hace más de cuarenta años. Y aunque parezca una historia antigua, sus erráticos esfuerzos destapan pistas que se suponía que debían permanecer enterradas para siempre.A su vez, el oscuro pasado de Billy regresa para perseguirlo de la manera que menos se esperaba. Billy debe combinar su ingenio, astucia y optimismo para desentrañar ambos misterios antes de que sea demasiado tarde.Porque al menos una de las personas en las que creía poder confiar está dispuesta a acabar con él.Solo que no es la que él cree.
Adventures and challenges face twelve-year-old Corn Flower, a Native American girl. She is a member of the Kansa tribe living along the Cottonwood River in the 1820s and is the daughter of White Plume and Kicking Swan. Corn Flower and her best friend Night Sparrow are in charge of each family's herd of goats. Together they sing the "Song of the Kansa" and find excitement in their simple life on the prairie grasses of the Great Plains. They also go to the shallow stream of the Neosho River to gather mussel shells like the Neosho Mucket. With these shells, the girls learn to make crafts such as buttons and combs for hair. A celebration of many tribes comes together at a pow-wow at the homeland of the Osage nation where more crafting takes place during the daytime and dancing under the open sky at night. The Kansa tribe also goes on a hunt for the great, shaggy Bison upon the prairie just south of their village. With their store of meat, Corn Flower travels to the land of the Ponca tribe with her father to swap and share their Bison harvest in exchange for pottery and pelts of deer and elk. Along with folktales of the plains people, Corn Flower shows her true heart as a member of the Kansa people by always seeking adventure along the wilderness trail. Includes Readers Guide.
Geschichten über Alkohol gibt es so häufig wie Flaschen hinter der Theke und Gläser auf der Theke. Die Geschichte von Kurt K., dem 35-jährigen Alkoholiker, ist aber noch spannender, aberwitziger, irrer und wahnsinniger als alles Bisherige. Sein versoffenes Leben besteht nur aus sehr merkwürdigen Abenteuern. Wir befinden uns in den neunziger Jahren des letzten Jahr-hunderts, des letzten Jahrtausends. Die Heimat unseres Romanhelden ist eine norddeutsche Großstadt und dort hat er durch seine Trunksucht reichlich Probleme. Diese drücken ihm nicht nur auf die Schultern, sondern auch auf seine Gehirnmasse. Die ewigen und brutalen Kopfschmerzen führt er auf folgende Lebensumstände zurück: Arbeit und Chef, Langeweile und Stress, Polizei und Justiz, Freunde und Feinde, Frauen und Sex. Doch die wahre Ursache seiner Hirneskapaden liegen im stetigen Alkoholgenuss. Denn all seine Sorgen und Nöte lösen nur eines in ihm aus: einen fürchterlichen Brand und einen unbändigen Durst. Die Folge: Trinken, Saufen, Bechern. Das kann nur der Anfang vom Ende sein. Dieser Roman schildert seine merkwürdigsten Abenteuer.
A gorgeous brand new cover edition of the Sunday Times Bestseller, Richard & Judy Book Club Pick and original break-out witchlit novel. Features an exclusive extract from Stacey Halls' unmissable new novel THE HOUSEHOLD - available to pre-order now!To save her child, she will trust a stranger. To protect a secret, she must risk her life . . . Fleetwood Shuttleworth is 17 years old, married, and pregnant for the fourth time. But as the mistress at Gawthorpe Hall, she still has no living child, and her husband Richard is anxious for an heir. When Fleetwood finds a letter she isn't supposed to read from the doctor who delivered her third stillbirth, she is dealt the crushing blow that she will not survive another pregnancy. Then she crosses paths by chance with Alice Gray, a young midwife. Alice promises to help her give birth to a healthy baby, and to prove the physician wrong. As Alice is drawn into the witchcraft accusations that are sweeping the North-West, Fleetwood risks everything by trying to help her. But is there more to Alice than meets the eye?Soon the two women's lives will become inextricably bound together as the legendary trial at Lancaster approaches, and Fleetwood's stomach continues to grow. Time is running out, and both their lives are at stake. Only they know the truth. Only they can save each other... 'Assured and alluring, this beautiful tale of women and witchcraft and the fight against power was a delight from start to finish' JESSIE BURTON'Stacey Halls is a writer of great originality, great imagination and great sense of place. Atmospheric, intelligent, accessible, every novel is worth reading, then reading again and again' KATE MOSSE'The new Hilary Mantel' COSMOPOLITAN'Captivating' SUNDAY EXPRESS'Arresting' THE TIMES'A brilliant debut, pacy and inventive, from a terrifically talented new voice' DAILY TELEGRAPH'Truly spellbinding' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING'A must-read novel' HEATHER MORRIS bestselling author of THE TATTOOIST OF AUSCHWITZ'Enthralling, spellbinding, full of twists and turns, written with heart and style - and the final chapters will have you racing to the end' KATE WILLIAMS'Phenomenal. Beautiful, haunting, strange and evocative' LIZ HYDER'Historical fiction at its feminist best' RED Magazine**THE HOUSEHOLD, the brand new novel from Stacey Halls, is available to pre-order now***Sunday Times bestseller February and September 2018*
In a post-apocalyptic world of vampires vs. humans, Yuichiro brings vengeance upon his vampire overlords!
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