Savagely Noble: A Young Man’s Journey From Ignorance, Through Illusion, To Identity by Scott G. Harvey (26 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

An entirely unique approach to the coming-of-age genre in which the reader is swept away on a philosophical adventure across time and space. Abandoned in an alienating world, Savagely Noble brings the reader on a voyage to connect individual and collective identities. As the expedition spirals out of control, this psychological thriller will make you question how best to live, what is real, and whether you're truly free. Nearly two decades after being mysteriously deserted in a hospital waiting room in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, this is the tale of Bhanu. Distraught and disillusioned by shocking news of his bloodline origins, the rise of American far-right politics, and an act of noble heroism gone terribly wrong, Bhanu runs away in search of his biological parents and native homeland. Along the way, he discovers that the people we meet in our travels are often just as captivating, if not more, than the destinations we seek. However, can we ever truly return home?

Genre: Literary Fiction

From An Omega To A Hunter: An Alpha Luna Fated Rejected Mates Werewolf Romance (The Werewolf Chronicles) by Valerie D. Garrett (6 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

"Look your too weak I can't accept you as a mate you'll only shame yourself and this pack " my own mate said to me ... My mate rejected me on my eighteen birthday and the day after my own parents was backing him, so to telI you the truth I couldn't handle that but as much as I cried over it I knew the reason he did it tho, every pack has a trial or test that the alpha's mates has to take in order to become the Luna of the pack I know it sounds stupid but that's the law that the alpha king declared after the war that took place, most alpha lost there mate because they weren't able to defend them self or the pack so to put it simple if I don't have strength and knowledge I can't be Luna Being the alphas reject mate was not a pretty repetition for me, especially since i know that there's gonna be contest to pick out the most fairest she- wolf of them all while I'll be at home sulking about it, so in that instance I made up my mind and left the pack and everyone behind as well. After that I found myself being Something I never dreamed of 'a hunter' and not just any hunter but 'an assassin hunter' never have I heard of a werewolf being a hunter much less an omega, most would have laughed but now I'm feared. After four years of my disappearance I was sent on mission back to my old pack, somewhere i never dreamed of seeing again but here i was seeing the people i once called family and the place i once called home

Genre: Literary Fiction

The War On Butterflies by Antonio J. Hopson (Wildboy Concepts) (8 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

The War on Butterflies is a gripping novel that weaves a tale of adolescence, existential dilemmas, and the complex bonds of family. Tobias Stuart Daye, a fifteen-year-old grappling with the throes of puberty and perilous homemade fireworks, finds his life further complicated by an unexpected seduction and the relentless pursuit of a Pentecostal minister. As Toby faces these challenges, his world intertwines with that of his adopted cousin, Aiyana, who is on a tragic quest of her own. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Fairhaven, Washington, this story reveals a community in turmoil, battling the unexpected invasion of the Cabbage Butterfly. Toby's innocent backyard hobby spirals into a town-wide crisis, pitting him against his mother, a Unitarian minister with political ambitions and a determined stance against the ecological disaster. Her actions, driven by civic duty and a desire for power, create a chasm within her family, leading to a defiant disappearance to the enigmatic Lummi Island. As the story unfolds, deeper family secrets emerge. Jace, Toby's brother, struggles with heroin addiction, teetering on the edge of destruction, while Aiyana seeks something profound to believe in amid her own life-threatening crisis. In a journey of self-discovery and survival, Toby must navigate the treacherous waters of family loyalty, personal identity, and the harsh realities of growing up.

Genre: Literary Fiction

Ashes of Life by Erica Lucke Dean (Red Adept Publishing, LLC) (2,012 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

"A beautifully rendered look at love in all its forms. A must read!" ~ Kate Moretti, NYT Bestselling Author of "Thought I Knew You" ""An emotionally rewarding story of hope, commitment, and the modern family." ~ Claire Ashby, NYT Bestselling Author of "When You Make It Home" "An exquisite tale of love and acceptance, rich with unforgettable characters." ~ Kelly Stone Gamble, Author of They Call Me Crazy Married for just three months, Alex Barrett is stunned when her husband, David, dies in a tragic accident. And the absolute last thing the pregnant young widow wants is to take on responsibility for his teenage daughter, Maddie. Reeling from loss, Alex struggles to deal with her grief and her troubled stepdaughter, but one question haunts her: why was David with his ex-wife when he died? All Maddie Barrett wanted was for her parents to get back together, but an icy road took that dream away. Afterward, Maddie is riddled with guilt that she can't share with anyone. Feeling angry and alone, she lays all the blame on Alex. Alex and Maddie must find a way to move past their pain -- shared, yet separate. Thrown together in an untenable arrangement, they fight through a frozen landscape of sorrow and redemption while redefining love, forgiveness, and family.

Genre: Literary Fiction

Crown Of Fire: Awenmell Series Book One by Lisa King (Felen Press) (39 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

"What you believe about yourself, you will become." What's Ashling supposed to believe? Trapped within the ancient walls of Brennyn Hall for all of her sixteen summers, she's only known the horror story fed to her as a child; that she's nothing more than an evil sacrifice; a payment to appease an approaching sinister force. But what's this new tale? Could she be part of a lost fable, a legend that compels her to stand against the Hall's power? Hunted by the Hall, and armed only with a cryptic clue, she races toward the mountain village that promises answers. The Hall demands her silence. The people listen for her voice. With her tormentors closing in and intent on silencing her forever, can Ashling discover the powerful truth of her own story; one set to shake the kingdom to its core? If you love James Redfield and Paulo Coelho, you'll adore this unique and profound story of self-discovery, set amidst a dangerous, mystical and medieval realm. * "A breathtaking adventure with profound heart, Crown of Fire is a journey readers won't soon forget." - Lauren Sapala, The INFJ Writer, *"Powerful, profound and unique, Crown of Fire will keep you reading from page one until its triumphant end." - Rebecca Hendry, author Grace River

Genre: Literary Fiction

The Divided Stories of America: The Blue Sea by J. C. Finnegan (1 Review)    Price verified one minute ago

What if the United States of America were no longer united? The Blue Sea is the second book in The Divided Stories of America, a series that offers a satirical glimpse of a fractured country through a collection of tall tales and colorful characters. The USA is dead. In its wake lie four autonomous territories: the Southeast, the Pacific, the Frontier, and the Northeast. The first of these is the region where freedom reigns alongside God. It's the place brothers Andy and Caleb Calloway call home. In the aftermath of the National Divorce, a schizophrenic named Andy is mired in a swamp, while his brother Caleb is living a charmed life with a gorgeous wife and an ocean vista. After the siblings meet up on Independence Day, they set sail on a journey that takes them through social media's virtual world and Florida's flesh and bones reality. As Caleb shepherds Andy through a ninety-day epic body transformation, past trauma rises to the surface. Caleb must examine his life as a social media influencer, his relationship with his brother, and the consequences of unalienable freedom. Voyage to The Divided Stories of America: The Blue Sea today.

Genre: Literary Fiction

Each Day Since (Heart Of The Canyon Book 4) by Jacie Middlemann (47 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Years ago Harry's cheating caused her heartbreak and a broken marriage... yet some bonds are unbreakable. Twila Westin has already visited the canyon several times since her mother's return to her childhood home. But unlike her sister and brothers she's yet to meet her mother's new neighbor and friend, Clay Tobin. So far their schedules hadn't allowed for it. Each time she was there to visit he'd been off somewhere filming another movie. And each time the simple fact that he was reminded her of her father and how much the two men had in common. She knew this time when she arrived at her mother's that wasn't going to be the case. It wasn't that she was avoiding him. Her entire family thought he was great including her mother. Then there was Lizzie. It was rare they had a conversation where she didn't bring Clay up. Twila adored Lizzie Patterson and even though she knew it was juvenile she wasn't keen on sharing her childhood hero with Clay Tobin... she also wasn't thrilled about her unexpected feelings for him. And then there was also the story of Lizzie and Harry... Years ago Mallie Westin left her home because she felt she had no choice. Now years later, the choice is hers. The Heart of the Canyon series is about the strength of family, the endurance of friendship, and the unwavering and unconditional longing for home... and all it means. Each Day Since is the fourth in the series.

Genre: Literary Fiction

The Admiral's Daughter by Beth Jannery (96 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

In that moment of clarity, if we are lucky, and we see it, we realize what we've wanted for so long is right there in front of us. She looked up to her father, the Admiral, and attended the United States Naval Academy, not to follow in his footsteps, but because she wanted to prove to herself that she could rise to the elite. Her father climbed the ranks of the hardworking enlisted to join the brass as Chief of Naval Operations. They never accepted him as one of their own. As Lacy moves on to the CIA, she becomes a top interrogator, and she soon finds herself with power and prestige, but just as he was slated to fill the CNO billet, Admiral Redmond is killed, and his legacy is now left in the hands of his daughter. Lacy Redmond. Be strong. Discover your true north.

Genre: Literary Fiction

Brink of Sanity by Jeff Danhauser (1 Review)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Jacob Benson had a normal life until his wife's fatal car accident leaves him devastated. Through a chance encounter, he goes on a quest to help solve a baffling missing person's case that has eluded the community. This unfolds a darker path when he begins to have visions of his wife coming back from the dead. Is he about to discover the true nature of his wife's death, or is this part of a much larger predicament than he could ever imagine? Despite "Brink of Sanity" being a different genre than I would normally read, I really enjoyed this book! The story was so interesting and I never knew what was going to happen next. The characters were well written and relatable. The ending was perfect. Can't wait to pick up another book from Jeff Danhauser!

Genre: Literary Fiction

Retired by Fatai Ajani (1 Review)    Price verified 5 hours ago

It was a dark and stormy night. The lightning flashed as I stepped off the transport shuttle. The long journey home was finally in its last stages. The luxury liner on which I had traveled the starways, to bring me from the Imperial homeworld to this world on the very edge of civilization, had finally arrived. To most of the empire it was known as Sial'nief IV. The locals just called it Mud. It was a farm world. It was where I was raised by my parents. It was where my friend and I had shipped out to join the military so many years ago. It was home...

Genre: Literary Fiction

The Land Beyond Enclosure by Richard L Wiseman (3 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

A socio-political novel set in the UK in 1987. John Stone, cast adrift from his comfortable middle class life in the squats of London so as to attend university, is sick of himself, sick of life and struggling to cope with his existence. A life line is thrown him by a letter and he sets off on a journey from South to North, England to Scotland to discover his past and the power it holds to set him free. Set against the backdrop of Thatcher's 'YUPPIE' Britain John's journey is a socialist allegory; an Odyssey in which the hero not only travels into his own past in order to seek a better future, but in which his travels point towards a historical and political past which changed forever the lives of British people. A snapshot of Britain in the mid1980's The Land beyond Enclosure has particular resonance now as we begin to question capitalism, the pursuit of money and the cynical manipulation of the population by the media and politicians.

Genre: Literary Fiction

Amnesia: A Heartwarming Dog Novel: The Story Of Zoey The Dog #1 (Heartwarming dog stories of love and compassion Book 5) by Amanda Chase (6 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

How would you like to begin your life again with no childhood emotional baggage? We all have it. What if you got amnesia and all the bad was cut out of your memory, a chance to start over again? That's precisely what happened to Harper. After a car accident left her with a blank slate, Harper wakes up in a hospital bed with no recollection of who she is or where she came from. And there is the mysterious dog named Zoey. Harper found her deep in the woods. She was wounded and needed food and help, and her wounds were tended to. Harper was in a terrible car accident, and as a result, she got amnesia. The only clue to her past is the worried face of the woman claiming to be her wife. Harper embarks on a journey to rediscover herself and her past along with her new lover, Madison, and her dog, Zoey, who is very mysterious. Unaware of her true identity and desperate for answers, Harper welcomes this stranger, Madison, into her life. With her persuasive ways, Madison convinces Harper that they shared a deep and loving relationship before the accident. They were, in fact, married. She finds herself entangled in a web of secrets and deceit, where every revelation brings her closer to danger and closer to a love she never knew existed. Will Harper uncover the truth before it's too late? Can she trust her intuition, or will her forgotten memories be the key to unlocking a world she never bargained for? It's a story of second chances, unexpected connections, and the power of love to heal even the deepest wounds. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of emotions. Harper's journey takes her on a path she never imagined, unveiling a love story that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Hold tight because there's no turning back once you open this book, AMNESIA. . It's a story of second chances, unexpected connections, and the power of love to heal even the deepest wounds. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of emotions. Harper's journey takes her on a ...

Genre: Literary Fiction

Pretty Little Flowers by Joyce Kay (9 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

What I wouldn't give for you. I would sacrifice everything. I would give my life. All you have to do is ask and I would stand upon the peak of a great mountain and fall to my certain death. In Victorian England, everything is done according to the rules of society, but when the Duke of Fetterfield dies, his daughter discovers a freedom that had been denied to her; the freedom to marry for love. And when Mr York comes back into her life, she believes her prayers have finally been answered. But her father's death also uncovers a shocking secret that could destroy them all. Pretty Little Flowers by Joyce Kay is about the choices we make, and how those choices force us to confront the truth of who we are.

Genre: Literary Fiction