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Iðunn – the fountain of eternal youth or an instrument of death? Iðunn once granted the Norse gods eternal youth and immortality. But she took her secret to the grave long ago. Now, a reckless expedition is following in the footsteps of this myth, summoning great disaster. A mystical storm costs the lives of two expedition members, and the group's leader disappears without a trace. What the sole survivor reports sounds incredible: an archaic warrior of superhuman strength guards Iðunn's grave and will not rest as long as her heritage is in danger. A divine power that would have been ...

For this mission, they’ll risk their lives. For each other, they’ll risk their hearts. Buddy Rider's little Cessna spotter aircraft was shot down twice over the jungles of Vietnam, and ten years later he’s flying crop dusters for a living while tinkering with an old WWII transport aircraft. He avoids the painful memories of the war, the bad times, and the loss of friends, until a young woman comes to his aircraft hangar in search of him. Elizabeth Anderson is a lay nun dedicated to aiding the helpless, and her immediate task is to rescue fellow missionaries and orphans trapped in war-...

A gifted mind. A deadly conspiracy. A secret that could cost him everything. Alex has always been haunted by dreams—fragments of disasters before they happen, flashes of violence he can’t explain. But when his nightmares begin mirroring real-world crimes with chilling accuracy, he turns to a renowned psychiatrist for help. As their connection deepens, Alex is pulled into a shadowy underworld of corruption, murder, and secrets buried for decades. The deeper he digs, the clearer it becomes: his so-called “gift” isn’t just a curse—it’s a target. And powerful forces will stop at ...

Tessa I should’ve known better than to take a job at Fauleic Cosmetics. The second I met Cole Hartman — cold, ruthless, way too hot for his own good — I realized I wasn’t hired for my brains. He looked at me like I already belonged to him. Like he could see through everything — straight to the soft, curvy girl underneath. And he wanted it all. It started with a contract. Strict rules. Private research: a little...milky collection work on the side. Nothing I couldn’t handle. But Cole doesn’t just want me to follow the contract. He wants surrender. He wants to every inch of me ...

Cole My boss hates me and I have no idea why. Maybe it’s because I’m not interested in only being a desk jockey. I do my job well, dress how I want, and have sex on breaks. It’s off the clock, so who cares? Sal Being gay wasn’t an option for me growing up, my father kicked me out his life ten years ago for it. Yet Cole struts into the office dressing too casually and openly talking about being gay. It’s not fair. Not that I can really complain. He’s good at his job and is going to help plan the first ever LGBTQ+ gala Bayfront has ever seen. I jeopardize everything, though, when ...

"Rivaling both Stephen King and Thomas Harris, without doubt, the edgy and provocative Luke Romyn is destined to emerge as the 21st century's newest Master-of-Horror."-- Dee Marie - Award-winning author of the Sons Of Avalon saga. New York’s underworld trembles at the mention of his name, evil courses through his veins like blood, and his conscience has lain dormant for over a decade while he slashed and burned his way to the top of the food chain. Vain. In the world of killers, he reigns supreme, and yet, he is chosen for a task of utmost compassion. Why would this assassin save a young ...

The modern part of the story begins in Hobart, Tasmania through a chance discovery at a home auction. Hidden in a nondescript and decrepit shed are what at first appear to be valuable antiquities but are revealed to be high-end forgeries. In parallel, the ancient part of the story begins with the eruption of Mt Vesuvius and the destruction of Pompeii. Archaeological adventurers Jameson Rowley and Elspeth Poole arrive in Italy, drawn by their passion for history and the hint of mystery surrounding the forged artifacts. The story brilliantly draws the reader into the lucrative and often ...

In the ancient alleys of Damascus, where tradition and secrecy reign, the sudden death of a woman sets the stage for a gripping mystery. When Haj Adel's daughter-in-law dies under suspicious circumstances, the call goes out to Mullah Abdullah Al-Allab, a devout imam with a hidden talent for detective work. As a revered figure in the community, Mullah Abdullah uses his position and keen insight to navigate the intricate web of lies, family honor, and societal expectations. Amidst the echoes of prayers and the whispers of scandal, Mullah Abdullah must uncover the truth in a city where ...

Garret Cooper continues his search for Conrad Bishop and Jackie Ming throughout Central America in this, the second book in the Garret Cooper Series. While Garret and Fonda attempt to establish a new life on Maui, the threats posed by the dangerous fugitives continue to threaten their existence. Conrad finds himself embroiled in a feud and Jackie battles demons that continue to haunt him. Friends, both new and old, lend assistance to the manhunt as well as the efforts of many men to find a better path in life...their personal road to redemption.

Some campfires warm you. This one eats you alive. Ten-year-old best friends Derrik and Jeb are used to hiking through the mossy forests of their Pacific Northwest island. But tonight, they find something they’ve never seen before: a hovering campfire with no wood, no fuel, and no one tending it. At first they think it’s homeless squatters or some weird propane trick. But as they creep closer, they realize the truth is far worse. The fire whispers. It calls. Old Bobby, the local drifter. Albert, the school bully. Louisa, Derrik’s secret crush. They’re all sitting in a trance, ...

When an unwed fifteen year old gives birth to twins, one baby is legally adopted by a military family, while the other is adopted out of the back of an ambulance in a seedy part of New York City. When the mother arrives at the hospital with one child, no one ever suspected that there was another baby somewhere in the city. As the years march along, the twins grow up in vastly different circumstances and are quickly turning into polar opposites. Adopted by the wealthy Holt family, Libby Ann has a passion for acting, a best friend named Sawyer, and no idea she was adopted. With her on-again, ...

In the mid-1960s, Clubmen co-founders Bobby Ray Atkinson and Jackie Allison rob a bank . Bobby Ray goes to prison. Jackie gets away. After fifteen years in prison, Bobby Ray's back. Jackie says he's going to make things right. But a blaze of bullets on Mt. Lemmon changes everything. Permanently. This is Tucson. Trinity's town. A town where he makes things right.

Pulse-pounding tale of survival, betrayal, and the mysterious forces lurking just beyond the wavesWhen a stunning and enigmatic voodoo mambo takes up residence in an abandoned mansion on Oyster Island, the sleepy Gulf Coast paradise is thrust into chaos. Eddie Toledo, owner of the glittering Majestic Hotel and Casino, is desperate to unravel the mystery: Who is she, where did she come from, and does she have any claim to the property? Delta Becht, Eddie Toledo's law partner, travels to the French Quarter to seek P.I. Wyatt Thomas's assistance. In a crossover adventure, Wyatt joins Delta on ...

In the gripping novel "Spirit Walker," Marshall Delbert Crenshaw and reformed Apache Warrior Two Dogs find themselves entangled in a deadly manhunt unlike any they've faced before. Six months after leaving Mason Hill and his Kumeyaay family, they are thrust back into the world of violence and darkness. Their target is Ervin Wells, a sadistic killer who revels in the suffering of others. Wells is a remorseless predator, driven by a bloodlust that knows no bounds. As the body count rises, Two Dogs and Crenshaw are convinced that Wells is not just a mere murderer but a Spirit Walker—a being ...

The confetti's barely settled from his son's wedding when private eye Jamaica Biltmore finds himself embroiled in his most explosive case yet. Just as Jamaica and his wife, FBI Agent Julie Waters, enjoy a rare moment of calm, the celebration takes a shocking turn. The FBI agents at the wedding are called into action, revealing a heart-stopping truth: the governor of New York has been kidnapped. Adding a layer of unwelcome drama, the governor's wife, Jamaica's ex-wife who vanished when their son was an infant, insists he be brought in on the investigation. Against his better judgment, ...

In Romancing the Heart of the Volcano, volcanologist Elena Pinto arrives in Indonesia to decode deadly signals from Mount Merapi—but her mission is shaken by Reza Dharma, a temple guardian bound to ancient traditions. As lava stirs and tensions rise, Elena and Reza must bridge science and faith—while resisting a growing attraction neither expected. Amid secrets, eruptions, and betrayal, love may be their only chance to survive the fire threatening to consume everything they hold dear.

Silver Medalist Global Book Awards - Mystery / Women Sleuths Winner PenCraft Award for Literary Excellence - Fiction / Mystery / Sleuths "Once again, Chappell delivers!" –The American ReporterWrenn Grayson’s first summer as archivist for the Foundling Historical Society and Museum begins as unsettlingly as the electrical storms that plague Havens, Ohio. On her initial assignment, she investigates Madelaine Manor and its deceased owner, Hollis Bronwyn Jenner. Hollis blazed a trail in the late-1910s as a women’s rights activist. Her past is shadowed by World War I and the belief she ...

Calm In The Chaos: Managing Anxiety In A Fast-Paced World provides a comprehensive and practical approach to managing everyday stress and anxiety. Whether you're facing persistent anxiety or just need help managing day-to-day challenges, this book offers powerful tools to help you achieve emotional balance.

A Mysterious Heritage An Obscure Society A veiled supernatural world Aspiring archaeologist Amy Abernethy never imagined her life would be filled with secrets and lies. After her father—a disgraced archaeologist turned treasure hunter—dies tragically, Amy is left alone and deep in debt. With no other option, she seeks membership in the Society of Obscure Archaeology, where her father was once a member. Dr. Byron Willoughby, a Raider himself, doubts her abilities and insists the Society's head is only granting her a place as a favor to her late father. Determined to prove them wrong, Amy...

New drones are made from the ground up for reconnaissance and air dominance enter the war. The Russians have an unexpected supply of Mobile Artillery units to use. GPS jamming is becoming prevalent in South Ukraine and a new Russian offensive may be imminent. Air Defenses have never been stronger or better equipped. Now, drones duel with drones in the new reality of World War III. Now incorporation of new technologies intersect with total war as new strategies emerge to gain the upper hand in this fast paced techno thriller of future combat!