Virtual Worlds

In wartime New Zealand, Kate Hardy and a US Marine Major search for a group of traitors, following a trail back to Kate's Scandinavian community, including her own family. New Zealand, June 1943. Kate Hardy, a reporter for the Dominion newspaper and the newest member of the Hardy clan, is sent to Kapiti Coast to see what's happening at Camp Russell, one of several US Marine training camps in New Zealand during World War II. The Marines are training for an attack on the Solomon Islands, but her editor has heard that something unusual is happening down on the beach in front of the camp. Could...

In 2040, advanced technology has transformed daily life, yet many social ills remain. At 40, Michael faces a choice: remain in Boston, tethered to uninspiring government programs, or forge a fresh path. Embracing the latter, he relocates to Berkeley to join his twin brother in his groundbreaking research into dark matter. Could this elusive, intangible substance, rumored to permeate the universe, also reside within the human brain, holding the key to the mysteries of consciousness? When an experiment goes awry, or perhaps ominously right, Michael undergoes an extraordinary transformation, ...

The book of Revelation says that half of the world’s population is going to be wiped out. At current numbers, that means three or four billion people will die. Imagine most of the world’s great cities destroyed, their shiny skyscrapers reduced to piles of smouldering rubble. And all this happens in the book of Revelation before we even get to the battle of Armageddon. Before that, Revelation says there is going to be a one-world government headed by Antichrist. No one will be able to buy or sell without having the ‘mark of the beast’ (666) on their right hand or forehead. Those who ...

I thought it was just a headset. A stupid experiment. A way to feel what it’s like to be a girl—for science, or something close to it. But when my best friend’s body transforms in real life—and I watch him become her—everything changes. Literally. Now we’re on the run, hiding from the people who built the machine. Because it turns out, it was never about science. It was about control. And we’re not just fighting to reverse the change. We’re fighting to stop a technology that could rewrite humanity itself. There’s no going back. Not to normal. Not to who we used to be. And ...

The Animals Knew. Their Screams Were Only the Beginning. Imagine hearing the earth's dying whispers, feeling the raw terror of animals as they sense a cataclysmic event that no human believes is possible. This is Maisie Reynolds' world. An animal empath, she's haunted by premonitions of Yellowstone's awakening – a supervolcano eruption that will rewrite the face of the planet. Her desperate warnings? Dismissed as delusion. Her terrifying visions of fire and ash? Laughed off by a world cocooned in disbelief. Feel her heart-wrenching isolation, the crushing weight of knowing the ...

A life and death struggle for control of the skies Claire Lamb believes she is as good as any man and being a member of the Women's Auxiliary Air Force gives her the opportunity to prove it. Harry Smith joins the Royal Air Force because he wants to fly. Frank Trent, an American pilot, risks prison to join the fight against Nazi Germany. When Hitler invades Poland, he begins a conflict which eventually engulfs the whole world. Within eight months his army and air force conquer most of Europe. Only one adversary remains. Great Britain, led by Winston Churchill, refuses to surrender. Yet ...

The epic journey continues with perilous landscapes, newfound magic, and terrifying creatures for fantasy readers ages 13 to 100+. A storm gathers to the west as the enemy grows stronger. The orphan Chip and his companions flee eastward on the One Road. On their journey, the wizard Xander senses strange activity in Cave Mountain, the Unnamed One’s ancestral lair. The small party decides to brave Fang Forest to seek out the cause, but in so doing, they come face to face with an evil more profound than anyone could imagine. The mission turns to one of escape as they become hunted by a ...

Ando Strikes Back…sort of. Ando (Channing West in the real world) is shaken to the core after witnessing just how brutal and psychotic Nacron can be. In a knee-jerk reaction, he takes a drastic measure to slow down Nacron’s efforts in the real world, all while placing himself in danger with the police. If he’s caught, he won’t have a leg to stand on, which is more than he can say for some of Nacron’s guildmates. There’s a plan for dealing with Shoremen within Eternity Shores as well. He needs to speak with Lady LeMohn, a super genius in a superhero game who knows enough about ...

He’s tasted the thrill of war in the skies. He can’t stay grounded now. From the award-winning author of the bestselling Journeyman Chronicles of the American Revolution comes Frank A. Mason’s gripping new WWII aviation saga that blends heart-pounding combat with unforgettable characters. Trip Gibson thought he left the war behind in Spain. Now back at Georgia Tech, he’s trying to live a normal life of football games, women, and fast cars…but the headlines from Europe are getting harder to ignore. When the siren call of the skies pulls him in again, Trip risks everything to chase ...

Captain Charles Scheffel is one of 12 persons whose war experiences were featured in the History Channel production, WWII IN HD, a 10-hour color series narrated by Gary Sinise. CRACK! AND THUMP is Scheffel's chilling account of ground combat of a young company-grade officer who fought with the 9th Infantry Division in North Africa, Sicily, France, Belgium, and Germany. Scheffel vividly recalls the terror, mind-numbing fatigue, raw emotions, and horrific conditions fighting men endured to achieve victory in World War II.

A true story of making a dream come true. An inspiring tale of risk, sacrifice, determination and achievement in an epic journey around the world. An extraordinary effort to rescue and restore a legendary yacht. A first hand account of a great sea adventure. A west to east circumnavigation against the odds through the traitorous Sothern ocean, around three great capes (cape of Good Hope, Leeuwin and Cape Horn) on a tiny 10-meter, 40-year old boat. Five ocean crossings and 38.000+ nautical miles sailed in two and a half years.

This omnibus edition includes books five and six in the bestselling World's Scariest Places series. Mountain of the Dead – The greatest unsolved mystery of the 20th century—until now. On the night of February 1, 1959, in the remote Siberian wilderness, nine Russian hikers slashed open their tent from the inside and fled into a brutal blizzard. By morning, all were dead, several having suffered horrific, violent deaths. The mystery behind their demise, known as the Dyatlov Pass Incident, has perplexed investigators for decades. Now, an American true-crime writer sets out to retrace their...

When our son was diagnosed with low-functioning autism in 2009, my wife and I left the doctor’s office overwhelmed, filled with questions and uncertainty. Fifteen years later, we’ve faced meltdowns, setbacks, and exhaustion—but also moments of joy, progress, and deep connection with our special, wonderful son. This book is the guide we wish we had, offering real-life insights - coupled with sound, practical advice. Written by a parent, for parents, this book breaks down the challenges of raising a child with autism in a clear, compassionate way. You’ll learn how to navigate daily ...

Forbidden mates and unexpected alliances Get swept away in steamy romance, epic battles, and heart-pumping action on this unforgettable journey into the world of Dragon River Shifters. A five-book Paranormal romance series. Included in this collection are Dragon’s Protector - Dragon River Shifters - Book I Hiding a broken heart, Colt threw himself into taking care of Vic’s Ranch. Now with Vic gone and Jade showing no interest in her inheritance, Colt feels like a dragon shifter with nothing left to protect. This place is Jade's birthright but is she ready for what lies ahead. With Lucas...

For years man has explored the universe looking for lost galaxies and watching the planets and constellations that we knew existed. Also, throughout the centuries and in recent years, meteorites from beyond our solar system have made their way toward our planet, entered our atmosphere and impacted the earth. Scientists are continually on the lookout for such objects heading our way although most either veer past the earth, or when they do reach the earth, cause little notice and minor damage from their impact. What would happen if an asteroid reached the earth that was big enough to wipe ...

A Dirty Joke Book for Adults You wont stop laughing with "World's Funniest Jokes". An incredible collection of dirty jokes, puns and humor targeted mainly at adults. Guaranteed to make you laugh out loud, you will love sharing these jokes with your buddies. Customers with Kindle Unlimited and Amazon Prime can read this book for FREE. And, if for some reason, you are not 100% satisfied, you get your money back!

«... And I will show wonders in the heaven above… and signs in the earth beneath…blood, and fire and vapor of smoke...» - Acts 2:19 Jordan Maxwell in a powerful well-researched book, which delves deep into how magic, secret societies and the star gods have dominated people, their culture, history, and politics since the dawn of humanity. The story of UFOs has been around since the dawn of man and there seems to be a fascination with a subject where there is limited proof, but many people around the world believe they have seen some unexplainable things. Some authors have compared UFO...

Psychic Medium Priscilla Keresey returns with more messages from our loved ones in Heaven. With her customary humor, the author shares insightful commentary from our deceased friends and family on the topics of staying healthy, making mistakes, resolving problems, what Heaven feels like, and more. In three distinct sections, The Human Condition; the Spirit Condition; and Frequently Asked Questions, Priscilla quotes directly from her readings and message circles. Calling her work “translating for the dead,” the author extends hope and wisdom from both human and animal deceased. At the ...

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Play the game, build a team of gorgeous girls, and defeat the boss. Might be fun if it wasn’t all real…and my life didn’t hang in the balance. Finn Marston thinks he might be dead when a lightning strike knocks out the power in his apartment. Instead, he finds himself traveling to Planet Lawless, the video game he was playing when the storm hit. Finn soon finds that he has to defeat the outlaw Snake Eyes and become the Outlands’ sheriff if he wants to return home. But why would he leave when there are a million reasons to stay? It’s not just the Outlands' rustic charm and cowboy ...