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No one is coming to save you "You find anything?” He asked from somewhere deeper in the house. “No.” She called. “It’s clean, like clean, clean. How about you?” She called. Pete hesitated. He stood over the bed in the far back bedroom and looked down at the corpse. The window was open; carrying most of the smell he had smelled when they first crossed the threshold out into the yard. The shelter of the house had been kinder to the body than the ones he had left under the tarp by the interstate. Her skin had a blackened mottling from where the blood had settled, but she looked at ...

Imagine the Celtic saint Brigid and the great bodhisattva Guanyin sitting down together for a cup of tea. I certainly would want to listen in to their conversation! Oak and Lotus takes us to a similar place. It’s a beautiful, expansive book about the joyful integration of Eastern and Western wisdom, a resource I expect to return to again and again. — Carl McColman, author of The New Big Book of Christian Mysticism and Eternal Heart Oak and Lotus is a joy to read. Bringing Celtic Christianity into conversation with three major Eastern faith traditions—Hinduism, Buddhism, and Taoism—...

*Ain’t no spice here. This is a kisses-only sweet romantic comedy.* Me marry Mr Grump… Not in a million years. The opportunity of a lifetime involved a trade: life in Seattle for a Florida swamp. My mission. To drain the swamp and build a luxury golf course spa resort. No problem. Only Mr Grump on a Harley Davidson has made it his mission to save it. Nick Anderson, my biker adversary, just happens to be my university professor crush from years ago. And he is only more handsome with age. Inconveniently, we are forced to work together on the project in a tiny trailer with dodgy air con in...

Bruce LeFlorette ha pasado toda su vida luchando por la cafetería de su familia, pero cuando una nueva cadena elegante abre en la calle, todo por lo que ha trabajado comienza a desvanecerse. Lo último que necesita es una distracción—especialmente no ese misterioso y devastadoramente guapo extraño que acaba de noquearlo en la clase de boxeo. Joe Jordan construyó un imperio de la nada, pero el éxito sabe amargo cuando lo bebes solo. Regresar a su pueblo natal se suponía que sería un nuevo comienzo, no un curso de colisión con el único hombre que podría hacerle cuestionar todo. ...

Sisters Sage and Summer Dixon have turned The Novel Brew into Riverbend, Montana’s go-to spot for books, coffee, and community. But when their beagle, Brody, finds a bloodied napkin under a table, their cozy world is upended. Moments later, a shaken Deputy Emily Harper arrives with shocking news—Lillian Barrett, a dear friend of the sisters, has been found dead. Determined to uncover the truth, Sage and Summer dive into the investigation, only to discover that beneath Riverbend’s charming exterior lies a tangled web of secrets, betrayals, and long-buried grudges. As the sisters piece ...

After destroying William Carpenter, the Master Vampire he followed from London to America, Jack Morrow, also known as Jack the Ripper, finds that his foe had powerful allies in New Orleans who mean to avenge their fallen leader. He soon finds himself tangled in a dangerous web of vampires and Vodou cultists who will stop at nothing to kill Jack the Ripper and end the wrath he has brought upon them. Among the Ripper’s new enemies is a powerful vampire who appears as a nine-year-old southern girl, determined to avenge her fallen Sire. She calls upon Victor, a Vampire Elder and his devious ...

The entire "Ripper Trilogy" in one volume. London - 1888 The infamous Jack the Ripper makes headlines when he brutally murders women on the streets of Whitechapel. The papers claim these women to be the innocent victims of a madman, but if the world only knew the truth behind the grisly executions, perhaps they would understand… Jack the Ripper knows that a dangerous Vampire clan inhabits Whitechapel, and he is determined to destroy them to avenge the death of his fiancée who died at their hands and now languishes in Purgatory. Fueled by a deep passion to free his love, The Ripper will ...

The Inquestor Series was a classic science fiction series of the 1980s — and has now been reincarnated for the 21st century, with more adventures, more spectacle, and more extras. Tachyon bubbles, people bins and galactic empires — and profound family conflicts — Greek tragedy writ large. Light on the Sound, the book that started it all, begins with one lonely planet and three lost souls, and ends with galactic revolution. For twenty thousand years, the godlike Inquestors have held sway over the one million worlds of the Dispersal of Man. S.P. Somtow’s limitless ...

Whispers Under the Christmas Lights Ashley’s heart has been closed off since the loss of her loved one, and the holidays only amplify her grief. But when Marques enters her life with quiet intensity, he sparks something in her she hasn’t felt in years—hope. As they grow closer, Ashley must face her past and decide if she’s ready to embrace a love she never thought she deserved. A tender romance that weaves healing, desire, and the magic of Christmas, Whispers Under the Christmas Lights is a journey of rediscovery, passion, and the possibility of love when you least expect it. Tropes...

Vivienne Lane thought she left the drama behind when she traded big-city chaos for the quiet charm of Foxwick Harbor. Now, she spends her days running Lane & Co. Antiques, sipping lattes at Bean & Bloom, and avoiding her nosy neighbor’s unsolicited opinions. But when she stumbles upon the town’s most scandalous socialite dead in a wedding dress—and in a very inconvenient place—Vivi suddenly finds herself at the center of a mystery far messier than her shop’s storage room. Gwendolyn Fairchild wasn’t just any bride-to-be; she was a journalist with a reputation for unearthing ...

A Luxury Cruise. A Murder at Sea. A Treasure Worth Killing For. What starts as a relaxing cruise for Addi, Sam, and Cece quickly turns into a nightmare at sea. One minute, they’re enjoying ocean views—the next, they’re stranded in a lifeboat, heading toward a deserted island. Somewhere nearby, stolen World War II gold is hidden beneath the waves. But before they can even begin to unravel the mystery, a private investigator is murdered aboard the ship, leaving them with more questions than answers. With a killer on the loose, sharks circling the island, and danger at every turn, the ...

This book is for every sick person in the world, use this book to know the causes of your sickness and learn how to get out of it.Many sickness that is afflicting you is not an ordinary, how can you know that is not an ordinary, it is when you discover that the same sickness or disease that your father or your mother battle with is the same sickness you are fight now, you need this book to wage war against them.If the sickness that is troubling you, is the same sickness that killed you father or your mother, or your grandfather or mother, you need to pray, it could be inherited sickness or ...

Parkland: A Story of Shadows and Light" On Valentine’s Day 2018, tragedy strikes Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, leaving a nation grieving and a community shattered. But beneath the surface of human sorrow lies a greater battle—one between angels and demons, light and darkness, and the very soul of humanity. Nikolas Cruz, tormented by forces beyond his understanding, becomes the center of this struggle. Manipulated by a Dark Angel intent on destruction, his choices ignite a storm of despair. Yet, in the aftermath of unthinkable loss, the story reaches beyond ...

There are many biographies of the Prophet Muhammad (saw) in almost every language of the world, so why write a new one? What can be added to what has already been written? Every age has its own unique language, terminology and readership, and this age is no exception. The language people use and understand has changed, and the majority are no longer equipped to fully understand the classical, historical, narrative-based language used in most works of Sīra. This acts as a barrier to accessing the Muhammadan lessons and spiritual awakenings. This biography is therefore written in as ...

This eBook explores the life, achievements, and legacy of Sir Isaac Newton, one of the most influential scientists in history. From his early years as a curious and independent thinker to his groundbreaking contributions in mathematics, physics, and astronomy, Newton's work revolutionized the scientific world. Known for his formulation of the laws of motion and universal gravitation, Newton's theories not only laid the foundation for classical mechanics but also altered our understanding of the universe itself. The eBook dives into Newton’s significant inventions, such as the reflective ...

Tiffany, Stone, and Rosie find themselves in Louisiana – and with an alligator for a client. Tasked with proving semi-tame alligator Buttercup's innocence in the death of a local man, the trio scramble to uncover the truth… before things get too late for the gator, and before the killer strikes again… Praise for A.R. Winters: "The perfect balance of being lighthearted, but still a serious page-turning mystery." - Jaycie D, Amazon.com "A fun cozy mystery with engaging and entertaining characters" - lq, Amazon.com "For fans of Janet Evanovich, Rhys Bowen and Jana DeLeon, this is a funny...

Sun, surf and Seriously Amazing Food – it’s a dream destination for Tiffany, Rosie, Stone and Nanna as they head to an exclusive resort in Hawaii. Unfortunately, their work-cation bliss is shattered when a guest staying in the resort is murdered, and Tiff and Rosie are asked to investigate. But was the intended victim actually someone else, and will the killer strike again? The team must work quickly to prevent another death… Praise for A.R. Winters: "The perfect balance of being lighthearted, but still a serious page-turning mystery." - Jaycie D, Amazon.com "A fun cozy mystery with ...

This biography of James Clerk Maxwell tells the story of one of the greatest physicists of the nineteenth century. Maxwell discovered the relationship between electricity, magnetism, and light, which prepared the way for radio waves and the internet. Albert Einstein, who developed the theory of relativity, said, “I stand not on the shoulders of Newton, but on the shoulders of James Clerk Maxwell.” Maxwell’s work on color theory, thermodynamics and physics laid the foundation for modern science. What many do not know, is that James Clerk Maxwell considered his greatest discovery to be ...

Would you like to know how to activate your Vagus Nerve to decrease your anxiety and cure chronic illness, PTSD, and depression? Would you like to know how to stimulate the Vagus Nerve easily every day to improve your memories, your breath, and your heart? If yes, then keep reading: The vagus nerve is your inner nerve center’s commander-in-chief, regulating all of your major organs. This is the longest cranial nerve, which begins just behind the ears in the brain and connects with all the major organs of the body. This is an important nerve to any organ with which it is in contact. It is...

Women more likely to suffer Depression, referred to by the World Health Organization as “the leading cause of disability worldwide,” afflicts as many as 350 million people of all ages, and women are twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with this often debilitating condition in any given year. According to the Office on Women’s Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, between 10 percent and 25 percent of women will experience an episode of major or clinical depression at some point in their life. There is hope Signs and symptoms of depression are the same regardless of ...