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"A near-perfect, highly quotable revenge thriller for the AI-powered era. God's Ponzi is one of the year’s top legal thrillers." -BestThrillers.com Gregory Portent demands revenge. Revenge is best served cold and when the prey begs to be the target. With his skills and charisma he lures them in easy-using an investment bank to launch a Ponzi scheme. Gregory Portent has one advantage-artificial intelligence. At a critical point, he loses his way. A 'black swan' event follows and the Ponzi scheme borders on the brink of collapse. It's not about revenge anymore; it's about survival. Greedy ...

Introducing "Golden Science," the ultimate guide to everything you've ever wanted to know about gold! Whether you're a student, a gold enthusiast or an investor, this book is for you. In "Golden Science," we take you on a fascinating journey through the world of gold, exploring every aspect of this precious metal. From the geology of gold to the environmental impact of mining, from historical gold rushes to modern-day technological advancements, this book covers it all. Chapter One takes us back to the beginning, exploring the geology of gold and uncovering the fascinating story of how this...

Tanto si eres un padre o madre primeriza como si ya lo has sido antes, lo más probable es que sigas cada paso del desarrollo de tu bebé, desde su primera sonrisa hasta su primera palabra. ¡Hay tantas novedades por las que emocionarse!

Do indigenous legends hint at the recent existence of mammoths and mastodons?Join author Denver Michaels as he delves into folklore and eyewitness accounts to learn the truth about these extinction escapees.

When Japanese-American Izumi Tanaka learned her father was the Crown Prince of Japan, she became a princess overnight. Now, she’s overcome conniving cousins, salacious press, and an imperial scandal to finally find a place she belongs. She has a perfect bodyguard turned boyfriend. Her stinky dog, Tamagotchi, is living with her in Tokyo. Her parents have even rekindled their college romance and are engaged. A royal wedding is on the horizon! Izumi’s life is a Tokyo dream come true.

Wiccapedia provides a fresh, innovative, and thoroughly up-to-date look at witchcraft - and gives listeners a prescription for happiness. "Spiritual life coaches" and celebrity witches Shawn Robbins and Leanna Greenaway unlock the secrets of the Wicca universe, explaining what it means to become a "simply fabulous" 21st-century Witch. Newfound witches will learn how to tap into magic, re-empower themselves, and realize their dreams through a little witchy know-how.

Ben Stein's experience from Washington to Hollywood - and everywhere in between - makes him the ideal individual to offer advice to others. His expertise in countless fields makes his valuable, keen observations - that cover the range of topics and challenges that most people face every day - the perfect topic for his book, What Would Ben Stein Do? It's a question we'd all be wise to ask ourselves when contemplating an array of issues in both business and life.

Tucked away between the pages of Nehemiah and Job is the intriguing story of Esther, a young orphan girl who suddenly finds herself in a beauty contest to become the next queen of Persia. It has all of the ingredients of a delightful fairy tale, yet reveals important truths from God's Word. What would the story of Esther look like today? What relevant issues would Esther face in today's culture? How would God use her for a time such as this? Meet Estella, a modern-day Esther. Orphaned at a young age, she is taken in by a devoted uncle who raises her to love and trust the Lord. Her faith is ...

As the car approached the long, steep driveway, I was suddenly overcome by panic. I had never had much of a normal family life before. But now as the new foster home approached larger than life through the windshield, I realized for the first time that I was an orphan. Maybe not in the traditional sense of the word, but being given up by my father to live with some family was all I needed to be convinced that I was not wanted.

Fear, anxiety, and stress motivate us more than we realize. Our need to control situations can leave us feeling overwhelmed. But God has given us a biblical strategy to battle anxiety, stress, and panic. With practical and activating steps, Dawna De Silva, founder and coleader of the International Bethel Sozo Ministry, shows you how to: identify the fears, patterns, and lies that harm your connection with God; resist fear by taking ownership over its influence; and more.

Learning about history helps us understand how we got where we are today—and how to make the world a better place. From the rise of Mesopotamia in the distant past to the global pandemic of 2020, this kid-friendly journey takes young learners through thousands of years of history, one key event at a time.

For the Christian, the spiritual battlefield has never been more dangerous. Are you equipped to face the giants challenging your faith, threatening your family, and invading the culture? Duncan Ray Brannan takes the lenses of 30 years in ministry, a command knowledge of Scripture, original language and culture, and a passion for martial history and focuses them like a laser. With the wisdom of a military strategist, he lays the lore and lessons of six ancient warrior cultures (samurai, Spartan, Viking, knight, gladiator, and legionary) beside the Bible's timeless wisdom.

When someone dressed in a ninja costume was first seen lurking around homes in Big Lake, everyone assumed it was some kind of teenage mischief. Things escalated when the ninja was spotted peeking in people’s windows. Sheriff Weber and his deputies are on the lookout for the mysterious prankster, and more sightings seem to come in every day. Things take a deadly turn when the ninja singles out a respected local businessman and attacks him with a sword. More attacks follow and soon the whole town is on edge, locking their doors and loading their guns. Who would want to hurt the nicest man ...

Love Inspired Clean Romance - Wedding Day Emergency a Contemporary Christian Romance Society's most resourceful wedding planner revives the sacred ceremony only to destroy her own perfect wedding day! Do you like clean and wholesome love stories? Then you'll love reading Roxanne's new clean romance book. The big day has finally arrived months of preparation assure this will be the wedding of the year, or will it? Amy Wilson is expected to work miracles using every trick in the book to rescue the hysterical bride from utter humiliation when her maid of honor fails to show up. But every good ...

Born in China’s northwestern province, Sayragul Sauytbay trained as a doctor before being appointed a senior civil servant. But her life was upended when the Chinese authorities incarcerated her. Her crime? Being Kazakh, one of China’s ethnic minorities. The northwestern province borders the largest number of foreign nations and is the point in China that is the closest to Europe. In recent years, it has become home to more than 1,200 penal camps - modern-day gulags that are estimated to house three million members of the Kazakh and Uyghur minorities.

An urgently needed guide for managing the anxiety and ambiguity in our daily lives, this book will help listeners thrive in challenging situations. Through this memorable story, you'll learn: how to embrace uncertainty in all parts of life; why no single response to uncertainty works for every situation; how various personality types typically respond differently to uncertainty; why it's crucial to resist responding negatively to uncertainty; and why it's important to take action, no matter how uncertain you feel.

Are you sick of hearing the same personal finance advice but never being able to get ahead? Paying off debt takes more than making a budget and cutting your spending. Years of bad spending habits, not planning for setbacks, and stress that depletes your motivation are just some of the barriers that prevent people from paying off debt. This book will show you how to knock down every barrier and finally achieve debt freedom. You’ll experience a renewed vigor to pay off your debt and feel the financial weight lifted off your shoulders.

Intensely personal and deeply practical, The Divine Adventure unpacks powerful disciplines that will revolutionize your prayer life, deepen your intimacy with God, create balance between rest and work, cultivate meaningful community with others, and more. Drawing from Scripture, ancient writings, visits to holy sites, and her own life experiences of brokenness and breakthrough, Rebecca Friedlander shares the keys that any follower of Christ can use to unlock their own divine adventure.

Have you decided that you have met that special someone that you no longer want to live without? Do you have dreams of walking down the isle with her? Is everything in line for you to propose but you still do not have the ring? If you answered yes to any of these questions then this book is for you... 50 Things to Know About Buying an Engagement Ring by Amanda Walton offers a comprehensive approach to finding a ring that she is sure to love.

"How to Identify and Deal with Backstabbers, Traitors, and Modern-Day Judases" unravels the complex tapestry of emotions and challenges that betrayal weaves into our lives. This powerful guide is an indispensable companion for anyone navigating the aftermath of betrayal, offering a beacon of hope and a roadmap toward healing. Crafted with the expertise of psychologists, legal professionals, and cybersecurity experts, "Beyond Betrayal" delves deep into the heart of trust broken, providing readers with the tools to understand the nuances of betrayal, manage its emotional fallout, and ...