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This short novel unfolds as a poignant exploration of memory, loss, and the intricacies of human relationships. The text features a reflective protagonist who grapples with haunting memories of a past love, intertwining moments of longing, pain, and fleeting happiness as they navigate the complexities of connections with various women. The opening of the narrative introduces us to a deeply contemplative character, alone in a wintery setting reflecting on a grave he has created for someone significant to him. The protagonist struggles to forget the memories associated with this person, ...

Prophecy claims the apocalypse is neigh. To prevent a cataclysm, agents from all six factions converge on Gacestone to destroy the Chaos Core and kill its Founder. Meanwhile, in a struggle for potential life-saving power, Seth and his party turn to an ancient structure lying deep beneath the Chaos Dungeon, which doesn't let their expedition go unnoticed. See whether the new Chaos faction thrives or collapses under the pressure of Chaos Overwhelming.

Jasper has been struggling to harness the power of the six elements. It's not as easy as he had once thought, but Celestia on the other hand has connected with her inner self, unleashing a power she didn't know she had. With word that the Doctor might be on Darkfalls, the two set out to get revenge, but not before completing a vengeful task to make some money.

The flyer catches my eye. The words “Earn Easy Money – take part in Medical Study", stare at me. I feel a tiny little bit of hope. I know it won't be pleasant and most likely humiliating, but I need the money. Sitting here on this cold synthetic material of the gynecological chair, I feel entirely exposed in the short paper gown. I’m just waiting for the doctors to arrive. The room is chilly, and my slender form shivers a bit. But even though I’m excited about the money, the thought of being examined by two strangers keeps my nerves on edge. The money is extremely generous, I'm ...

Are you daunted by the prospect of training your puppy or do you just need some great tips? If you do, then this is the book for you. ‘How to Train a Puppy the Loving Way’ has been written as an easy-to-follow guide to assist you in all aspects of puppy training. In this marvelous little book, Tony Robertson delves straight into the coaching without the added fluff found in other guides and covers all the essential topics no puppy owner should be without. These topics include the best time to start training, the different stages of puppy development, what equipment to buy, and important...

Fourth Wing but edgier. Banyan Thriceborn has always been different, but it’s never been a good thing. Until now. When she competes in a tournament for admission to the South Ridge Dragon Academy, she gets noticed by Odion Naxim. Odion is the most promising student at the Academy, brilliant and daring, the best hope the Trinal Kingdoms has to banish the menace of the Frost. Odion sees Banyan’s potential as a soldier. And he wants her. Before Banyan knows it, she’s enrolled as a student at the Academy. The curriculum mostly consists of wargames—battles in an arena, students soaring ...

Walk away from every dominoes table a winner. Have you always been intrigued by the game of dominoes? Do you wish you could understand what happens in a game? Do you desperately want to dominate at every game? This informative guide contains everything you need to learn to play dominoes. Page after page is filled with insightful information. There’s no better way to kick-start your journey to becoming a master of the tiles. In this book, you will: Learn about the origins of dominoes. Understand the proper way to conduct yourself during a game. Explore the many variations of dominoes. ...

Welcome to the high-stakes flesh circus known as "Dom Wars." Six elite teams battle for a million-dollar prize and the coveted title of Top Dom or Domme, all courtesy of Gladiator Inc.—the Holy Grail of adult playthings. Here I am, Lucian Bane, your dark horse contender. I'm on the razor's edge of wit and strategy until I'm paired up with Tara Reese, the riddle I never saw coming, the enigma in knockout heels. My beautiful glacier will budge for me right after hell freezes over, and damned if that doesn't make my blood surge with equal parts irritation and lust. But that's okay. We've got...

I never expected a random package to change my life forever. A free plane ticket, a sponsored vacation to the Hawaiian Islands—how could I resist the chance for a fresh start with my mom after everything we've been through? The invitation was signed by a complete stranger, but something told me to take the leap. Arriving in paradise, something felt off. The mansion we were staying in seemed too perfect, too calculated. Little did I know, our dream vacation was about to turn into a waking nightmare. Our sense of safety was shattered as we realized there was a killer among us. Panic set in ...

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I am paralyzed with dread and uncertainty as I stand in the cold and bare examination room. I turn to face the metal contraption, a strange combination between a table and a chair with leather restraints at the foot and head area. I shiver and look at the large mirror covering almost half of one wall. The door opens with a squeak. I turn to face the person who has purchased me. I suck in a sharp breath. I know the man, everyone knows him. His name is Darian Brandt. He is tall, has broad shoulders, and has an aura of authority surrounding him. He is wearing a black suit that is tailored to ...

This is the other side of the Jerry Garman merge from Space Race. It takes place in a rough analog of 14th Century England. Freedric the Incompetent—now with the memories of Jerry Garman an aeronautical engineer—want's to build an airplane. I almost named this "Life is what happens while your designing your airplane, because a bunch of other stuff keeps effecting the building of the airplane. Three of the other players in the game also Merged Alvin the Bard, Pip the thief, and Yahg the half orc. Each of the Merged characters brings something to the table. Yagh and Pip bring financial ...

Poker has taken America by storm. But it's not just any form of poker that has people across the country so excited it's no-limit hold 'em the main event game. And now, thanks to televised tournaments, tens of thousands of new players are eager to claim their share of poker glory. In the first volume of this series, Harrington on Hold 'em: Volume I: Strategic Play, Dan Harrington explained how to play in the early phases of tournaments, when most players at the table had plenty of chips, and the blinds and antes were small. This book, Harrington on Hold 'em: Volume II: The Endgame shows you...

In 2154 the world as we know it has fallen into oblivion. Mankind lives decimated and scattered in the remnants of the old world. But only few know what really happened. Growing up in a secluded city ruled by a dogmatic tyrant, Adam watches hunger starve the poor, sickness claim the young, and war kill his three older brothers. Turning seventeen, he has one year left before being forced to join the Grey Guard and follow his brothers into the unknown. Wanting to put an end to the broken system and mindless war, to seek a life of harmony with the one he loves, he decides to do whatever it ...

Foul, Fetid and Funny as F*** All is not well in the Free City of Lurke. Assassins plot the death of the Duke; a Demon Lord hatches his schemes; a traitor seeks to overthrow the Wizards' Guild; an army of cruel conquerors marches against the city; and a lingerie party ends in disaster. Through these machiavellian machinations stride the good ladies of the Rampant Damsel tavern, armed only with grace, beauty, elegance and a penchant for psychotic violence. Enter a fantasy world populated by the most depraved, repellent deviants you have ever encountered (and they're the good guys)! Forget ...

This is retired professional hunter Kevin Thomas's fourth book about hunting and wildlife in Southern Africa. This time around he's invited friends and colleagues to contribute stories about their thrilling and memorable experiences of hunting African Buffalo. Much in the same vein as Kevin's previous books, this anthology is an informative collection about what it's like to be an ethical hunter in this day and age but with the focus on one species - the alluring and challenging African Buffalo. Contributions include stories from well-known US writer and author John Barsness and South ...

Your guide to being a better Game Designer! (or to become one) This book is for game designers of all experience levels and also for the teams, developers, and support staff they work with. It showcases the reality of what game designers actually do (or should be doing) and sheds light on some widespread misconceptions of the job. This is an easy-to-read, practical guide for the following people: Game Designers: Understand what Game Designers really own and the skills required to be successful. Anyone can design games but not everyone is a Game Designer. What distinguishes those two is the ...

★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Amusing Facts For Adventurous Minds★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ Are you ready to become the ultimate trivia master? Look no further than "Amusing Facts For Adventurous Minds: 1608 Random Facts In the Realm of History, Human Body, Natural Disasters, Ancient Civilizations, Science and Unbelievable Facts Mashup." Do you want to impress your friends and family with an endless supply of fascinating facts? Discover the benefits of reading this book, including expanding your knowledge and entertaining your loved ones ...

If you have been playing golf for awhile, and are still struggling with consistency, this booklet may be for you. Most of us have been there. Spending hours on the range trying this and that. We worked hard at the game. Read articles and books and received instruction. There were so many tips and tricks to try it became very complicated. So much so that it became very difficult to settle on a set of workable, repeatable, procedures. So we kept studying and trying various tips and tricks. The complexity never diminished. Keep it simple! We have discovered four basic actions necessary for ...

Are you looking to learn the time-honored tradition of trapping for pest control or fur harvesting? Look no further than The Trapper's Handbook, your ultimate guide to the art of trapping. Start with an introduction to the world of trapping and an overview of the various techniques used by trappers. Through understanding animal behavior, you will then learn key skills for trapping success such as the anatomy of traps, bait selection, and trap placement for maximum efficiency. Ethics and safety are top priorities in the trapping world, and this book covers them thoroughly with sections on ...