Berserker of Gambria (Misfits of Gambria Book 1) by pdmac (Trimble Hollow Press) (15 Reviews)    Price verified 9 minutes ago

A science-fantasy adventure! With their spaceship destroyed, the remaining two survivors of a failed colonization mission jettison down to a planet with the hope they can survive. Duncan, a bookish linguist, and Alexis, a beautiful gladiator in the prime of her career, suddenly find themselves drawn into the struggles between two warring kingdoms. Their fortunes improve when Alexis' combat skills are discovered, and she is challenged by the nation's berserker who underestimates his opponent and pays dearly for it. Yet no sooner is she awarded his position, title, and wealth when she is called upon to lead the nation's warriors in the first full scale battle she has ever experienced, against an enemy who take no prisoners. With the very real possibility that Alexis might not survive the battle, Duncan is left alone to fend for himself. Calling himself a Wizard of the Universe, he is brought before the Council of Prelates to explain his obvious heresy. Deftly answering their ...

Genre: Fantasy

Shortcake (The Shortcake Trilogy Book 1) by Christopher Gorham Calvin (94 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

A genetically engineered child with no memory of her past. A killer with dreams of destruction. And the fate of a city hanging in the balance... Enter a captivating world where science fiction and thrilling suspense converge. After plummeting from the roof of Helix Unbound, Amanda awakens to a life devoid of memories. Desperately longing to fit in, yet sensing she harbors an extraordinary secret beneath her seemingly ordinary facade, Amanda explores the unfamiliar world in an effort to find herself. And when a companion from her forgotten past becomes entangled in a serial killer's deadly game, Amanda is thrust into a race against time to prevent a catastrophe of massive proportions. Can she unlock the innate abilities buried within her before disaster strikes? Will she rise up to protect the city she now calls home? And can she redeem the only soul who understands and embraces her for what she is? Join Amanda as she battles not only for her own destiny, but for the fate of an ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Once Burned (Blackhawk Security Book 3) by Margaret Watson (541 Reviews)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

NO ENEMIES, NO RIVALS, NO MESSY BREAK-UPS... SO WHO'S TRYING TO KILL HER? Julia's made a great life for herself -- she's now the chef-owner of Madeline's, the restaurant she's always dreamed of, and it's one of the best in Seattle. But suddenly she finds her great life falling apart -- on every front. Madeline's is losing $10,000 a month, and as if that's not bad enough, someone sabotaged her stove during the evening rush. Now someone's broken into her home. And tried to push her under a bus. And installed spyware on her laptop. At the insistence of her best friend, she's finally recognized the need for help. She thought they'd just investigate, but Blackhawk Security's recommending a bodyguard -- someone who'll be with her night and day, bossing her around in the name of "security." Of course she rebels! But former Delta Force officer Nico Elliott wins her over right away, going undercover as a busser at Madeline's and on the very first night uncovers: • A possible scheme to ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Ani Maxima Files: Collection by Scott McElhaney (25 Reviews)    Price verified 34 minutes ago

Is she a beast sent from the pits of hell or is she an angel sent from God? Opinions vary, but all can agree that she has a heart of gold and a supernatural talent that can hopefully save her planet. Here are the first three books in one volume for your enjoyment. Ptolemy's Child:The entire crew of ex-cons aboard the USS Cepheus are woken after fifty-nine years of cryogenic sleep only to discover that the ancient derelict ship USS Ptolemy is located much closer than they originally expected to find it. The ship is clearly powered down and tumbling aimlessly, but the moment that the Cepheus decides to hail the ship, they get a reply from a surviving member of the original crew. Yet after over 300 years now, such a thing would be entirely impossible. A boarding party is sent to the Ptolemy where they quickly discover that someone somehow is definitely still alive on that ship... SuperVirus: Nearly a hundred years after they left Earth, the crew of the USS Cepheus has arrived at ...

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

The Lone Pine Western Series: A Trilogy: Three Days in Lone Pine, Still Waters: Legend of the White Wolf, & Moon of the White Wolf (Lone Pine ... by Mark Stephen Taylor (35 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

The Lone Pine Western Series Trilogy contains three of the award-winning author's favorite western editions, full of memorable characters and Native American lore. "Three Days in Lone Pine" kicks off the series with a strange yet enlightening tale surrounding the historical first climbs (1873) of Mt. Whitney, highest peak in the contiguous USA, located amid the High Sierra Range of eastern California. The spirits of Indian legend regarding the early, ill-fated climbs do indeed come to life in this extremely well-written account, which brings an unforgettable cast of characters together and lays the groundwork for more of the same: "Still Waters: Legend of the White Wolf", and "Moon of the White Wolf" continue this unique series among the wondrous, standing rock formations of the area, where motion pictures have now been filmed for over eight decades. Mr. Taylor truly brings his stories to life amidst this rugged and picturesque landscape, and introduces characters to us that we will ...

Genre: Westerns

Releasing the Dragon (Myths and Legends Book 1) by Stacie Simpson (1,635 Review)    Price verified one hour ago

2022 Edition An erotic romance with a paranormal twist... Two souls destined to be one. An old enemy enraged. Will his love be enough to save her? Welcome to the Myths and Legends Casino Resort, where dreams and nightmares come to life, and nothing is outside the realm of possibilities. Serafina Leroux has always dreamed of becoming a professional dancer. When she responds to a mysterious invitation to attend dance auditions at Myths and Legends, she not only gets a shot at her dream job, she also meets the man of her dreams -- literally. He's tall, dark, devastatingly handsome, and his every touch consumes her with desire. Donovan Drake is the charismatic owner of Myths and Legends. With his roguish good looks, and the nickname Dragon, he's one of the most sought after bachelors alive. Women around the world dream of having him, but he's only interested in the one who can satisfy is carnal needs, and tame the beast that shares his soul. When Dragon and Serafina come together ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Mystery on Hidden Lane: An utterly gripping cozy mystery novel (An Eve Mallow Mystery Book 1) by Clare Chase (9,545 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

'Stunning... loved the story and the pacing and just everything about it... a great story that I couldn't put down... The twists and turns were great and I can't wait for the next one.' Crossroad Reviews When Bernard Fitzpatrick drowns in a river close to his home, the village mourns a tragic accident... and amateur sleuth Eve Mallow is on the case. Obituary writer Eve is looking forward to her new assignment, as well as spending a few days in the sweet little village of Saxford St Peter, walking the country lanes with her beloved dachshund Gus. But it turns out that it's Bernard's death that she'll need to investigate, not his life. On the day she arrives, news breaks that the world-famous cellist was the victim of a grisly murder. Could this quaint English village be hiding a dark secret? As Eve starts to interview Bernard's friends and colleagues, she finds that he'd ruffled more than a few feathers. In fact, from the landlords of the Cross Keys Inn to his own seemingly ...

Windcatcher - A Dragon Adventure (Stone War Chronicles, Book 1): An overcome all odds Dragon Dark Fantasy by A.J. Norfield (LowSea Publishing) (77 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

The Stone King rises and he wants his dragon! Far away from home, under the command of his brother, Raylan and his squad must retrieve an ancient relic stolen from their kingdom's trading partner -- the Tiankong Empire. Traveling deep into unknown enemy territory to complete their mission, Raylan learns that the ancient relic holds unexpected life; a creature buried in legends. But life is not always easy and neither is starting it, even if you are blessed with wings and claws. Unable to fly and with their enemies closing in, the newly-hatched Galirras will have to put his trust in Raylan and his friends as they desperately search for a safe way home. Danger lurks around every corner: Warriors larger than any man, predators stalking them through the night and soldiers determined to hunt them down. Their group has little choice, except to keep moving; strategically plotting and fighting their way back to those awaiting their return. But will they make it? After all, the Stone King ...

Genre: Fantasy

Flat Earth: Flat Earth Book One by Brent Golembiewski (214 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

James, is your average 1950's American teenager, attending high school playing baseball, and hanging out with friends. Yet something feels off, different, and he begins to question his world. To the west, a large wall looms over the town. It's meant to protect them; but from what? He's told the Earth is flat; is it? One night the answers begin to take shape, and the secrets go much deeper than he could ever have imagined. A high-flying, thrill ride, Flat Earth thrusts you into a world like no other with twists and turns galore. If you're looking for an action-packed "Star Wars" style story to keep you on the edge of your seat look no further!

Genre: Teen & Young Adult

Ante Up! (Aggie's Inheritance Book 4) by Chautona Havig (297 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Marriage has been good to Aggie. After a few years and a baby under her belt, she's ready to take on anything--including adding child number ten to the home! Blessings aren't always easy, and Aggie is about to discover that in a whole new way! So, Aunt Aggie has to "knuckle down" and "ante up" to keep from losing ALL her marbles. When Aggie and crew return home after a month away, all she wants is to settle in and get back into a regular routine. She has just eight weeks until the baby comes, and enough plans to keep her busy for eighteen. But when new and unwelcome surprises greet them upon arrival, her plans are derailed once more. The children are growing up and the struggle is real. Local girls are on the prowl, and potential boyfriends abound. Little Ronnie has decided who rules the roost, and it's not his parents! Cari and Lorna appear to be in the middle of a role reversal, and even Ellie is making questionable choices. Tina and William can't stop fighting, much to ...

Genre: Religion & Spirituality

Bid the Gods Arise: Book One of The Wells of the Worlds by Robert Mullin (Final Thorn Publishing) (70 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Kidnapped from his home and sold into slavery on an alien world, Maurin joins an unlikely band of misfits attempting to overthrow the sadistic head of the slave ring. Enraptured by the mysterious mute Talauna, Maurin struggles to let go of his past and open his heart to a new life. But vampiric alien gods have set their sights on Maurin's cousin, whose visions may be the key to unlocking the apocalypse. Bid the Gods Arise is the first novel in The Wells of the Worlds, a dark sci fi fantasy series for adults and new adults.

Genre: Action & Adventure

Lost Souls Escaping Dark Times: A Historical Western Romance Novel by Ellen Knightley (153 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Eager to support her brother, Serena Olsen has put her life on hold and accompanied him as he drives a stagecoach across the barren deserts of Texas. Although she sometimes has rushing thoughts of what it would be like to fall in love, and have everything her heart desires, hard reality takes every hope she has. However, when their stagecoach is attacked by a group of bandits and Serena is taken hostage, she notices one man among them who might not be like the others... Can she really trust her own captor to be her guardian? After the death of his older brother, Luka Finley becomes a sheriff's deputy and devotes his life to protecting and serving others in the small town of Brenton. When he is asked to get recruited by a notorious gang and collect enough evidence for their arrest, he accepts without hesitation. What he didn't expect though is that on his first mission he will have to kidnap a beautiful and brave young woman, Serena. Will her presence make him devote himself to her ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

And So We Dream: A Novel by Linda Mahkovec (120 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

"A lucidly described coming-of-age tale" with "a mysterious, almost mythic feminine glamour" -- Kirkus "A brilliantly engaging, entertaining, and at times poignant coming-of-age story, And So We Dream is a compelling read by author Linda Mahkovec showcasing her genuine flair as a novelist for the kind of literary experience that will linger in the mind and memory of the reader long after the book is finished and set back upon the shelf." -- Midwest Book Review From the author of the best-sellingChristmastime series, comes And So We Dream, a coming-of-age story set in 1970. Twelve-year-old Joey Roland is sent away to family friends while his parents try to work things out. He's eager to leave sadness and secrets behind in Chicago and head downstate to the small town of Greenberry, where the Vitale family awaits him. He thinks of their town as boyland -- a world of bike riding, fishing, and going barefoot. Though initially shy of the beautiful teenage daughters -- Anne, Vita, and Beth ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Diary of Skeleton Steve the Noob Years 10 - Season 2 Episode 4: Unofficial Minecraft Books for Kids, Teens, & Nerds (Skeleton Steve & the Noob Mobs ... by Skeleton Steve (62 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Love MINECRAFT? **Over 22,000 words of kid-friendly fun!** This high-quality fan fiction fantasy diary book is for kids, teens, and nerdy grown-ups who love to read epic stories about their favorite game!My Minecraftian Life When Elias the Enderman ninja leaves to report to his Order on the 'Doomstreak Clan' situation back on the End, Skeleton Steve is left under the protection of the three Minecraftians--WolfBroJake, LuckyMist, and Xenocide99--to keep him safe in case the evil ninjas return while he's gone! But just because the mood is dark and heavy after the last attack by the terrifying red-eyed Endermen, it doesn't mean that they can't have fun while they're at it, right?? But as Skeleton Steve gets to experience the Minecraftian Life--more mining, horseback riding, farming, fishing--do the Minecraftians really have what it takes to protect our hero when the evil Doomstreak Clan teleports back in for another strike in the middle of the night?? And when will Elias be back? Love ...

Genre: Children's eBooks

The Battles are the Best Bits by Simon B Jones (PublishNation) (40 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

'A very good informative read' 'I highly recommend it' Ever wanted to know more about ancient history but didn't know where to start? The Battles are the Best Bits will take you on a journey from the beginnings of civilisation in Mesopotamia and the glory days of Ancient Egypt, through the brutal rise and fall of Assyria and the epic struggle between Greece and Persia, to the spectacular triumphs and calamitous disasters of the Roman Empire and finally to the shock-wave of the Arab conquests. With passion and humour, the author relates how he set out wanting to know more and found himself captivated by the greatest story ever told. 'A really fascinating read with lots of good insights, covering a huge period of history- yet also very skillfully handled.' 'For me the people and places came alive, as the author tells the story with his own warmth and humour, while sharing his knowledge and increasing mine.'

Genre: History

In Search of Magic Fire: The Edge of the Sword Series by Amber Gabriel (32 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Lydima is only good at one thing: attracting and entertaining men. From a young age, her beauty drew unwanted attention, and she learned to turn it to her advantage. However, no one seems able to see beyond her outward appearance and love the woman on the inside. Weary of being used, Lydima accepts Lady Eemya's offer to manage the holding of Freosyd while she is away. Unfortunately, her reputation precedes her, and overcoming prejudices proves challenging. Fever ravages the island, orphaned children cry for help, and a festering evil has far-reaching consequences. Lydima must find the strength and wisdom to deal with dire situations for which she is completely unprepared. But even earning respect as a leader is easier than learning to value herself. Can she leave the past behind and open her heart to the future? The Cerecians are concocting even more devious weapons, and Stelan is caught up in a dangerous mission from which he may not return alive. Can he escape Cerecia carrying ...

Genre: Romance

Journey to Joy by Anne Perreault (233 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Can she find joy where there has only been defeat and dishonor? Tricked into indentured servitude, Joy Richards finds herself working for an abusive innkeeper. Her life is so destitute, she feels God has forsaken her. After one last desperate cry to God, a kind stranger steps in to take her away. Can she trust this new circumstance? Andrew Lloyd-Foxx abhors injustice. He can't walk away from it. When he steps in on the young woman's behalf, his own life is turned upside down. Burdened with his own loss, he has no room for anyone else. Will the journey prove too difficult? © Anne Perreault 2019, All Rights Reserved

Genre: Religion & Spirituality

The Acktus Trials (The Spoken Books Uprising Book 1) by D. T. Kane (Eremite Publishing) (63 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

What if reading were a capital offense? "This series is right up there with Robin Hobb's Elderling books." -Review on Fantasy Faction FB Group In the land of Oration, magic exists only when read aloud from rare books, and only a select few are born able to cast it. To maintain their power, the wealthy elite enslave all such people from birth and never teach them to read. But when a slave named Baztian secretly becomes literate, he'll start an uprising, whether he wants to or not... The first in an epic fantasy series with five books and growing! Fans of Sanderson, Weeks, Eddings, and Hobb take note! "Sanderson-esque." -Weatherwax Report "D. T. Kane is an amazing storyteller." -A Maze of Words "I'm hooked... Great world building on display, and such a cool concept for a story!" -Amazon Review Buy now and read today!

Genre: Teen & Young Adult

Cold Dead Night (Brand of Justice Book 1) by Lisa Phillips (Two Dogs Publishing, LLC) (2,390 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

The FBI betrayed her. Now they need her. Private Investigator Kenna Banbury lost everything two years ago at the hands of a serial killer. From the ashes of that encounter, she's built a life she believes in, searching for the lost and forgotten all over the western US. Bringing her own brand of justice. When a series of murders drags her into an FBI investigation, Kenna finds herself back in the place where it all went wrong. Struggling to make sense of the case, Kenna's past and present collide in a deadly plot that risks another betrayal and threatens to shatter everything she's built. Kenna faces the darkest part of her past in this first book of a brand-new series from Lisa Phillips.

Genre: Religion & Spirituality

The Pearl Savage: A Gothic Futuristic Sci Fi Action Suspense Romance Spicy Thriller Novel (The Savage Series Book 1) by Tamara Rose Blodgett (421 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

"The Outlander and Black Dagger Brotherhood, anyone?" Captivating from the first chapter and unlike anything you've ever read, this darkly thrilling tale is a must-read for fans of The Outlander and is a #2 Historical Fantasy bestseller!. The Pearl Savage, by New York Times,and #1 Dark Fantasy bestseller Tamara Rose Blodgett. Step into a hauntingly vivid post-apocalyptic world, where 1890s America is preserved within bio-spheres and love takes a back seat to survival. Meet Clara Williamson, a princess trapped in a life designed for anything but freedom. Faced with an arranged marriage to an abusive prince for the sake of illicit trade, Clara makes the daring choice to flee. She leaves behind a life of oppressive familiarity to confront the unknown dangers Outside -- uncharted territory no one has ventured into for nearly 150 years. But freedom has a price. Clara soon realizes that the sphere-dwellers are not the only survivors, and the world Outside harbors threats more terrifying ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Complications: The Evolution Trilogy by Vanessa Wester (61 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Steven Thorn has had a nightmare year... He finds out he is not normal. His life gets erased. He starts a new life in the amazon, and then he ends up with a debilitating injury. Life could not get any worse - he thinks. Yet luck is on his side as his injury leads to freedom and his eventual return to Southampton. His new home is a Victorian house on the outskirts of Southampton, a place close to his first love, Caitlin Chance. Now that he is back, he intends to find a way into her life, but he has no idea if she will even remember him. Caitlin is about to discover the reason for her unexplained sadness over the past year, and will find it hard to resist Steven's magnetic pull. She has never been good at avoiding things that are bad for her, and the return of Steven is about to challenge her willpower in an unimaginable way. As begun in Hybrid, Vanessa Wester takes you back to the University of Southampton to reveal more twists and turns in The Evolution Trilogy. Life is full of ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Wolves of Blood and Rule (Scarlet Incantatrix Book 2) by Asher Sharol (15 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Fangs, spells, and broken crowns. Kaia, once an innocent teen, has become a pawn in a brutal game of hunger and power. Cursed by the bite of both a Lycan and a vampire, she grapples with two monstrous urges warring within her. Nightmares paint her lips scarlet, whispers of dark magic tempt her tongue. She mourns a lost past, now fractured in her transformation. Satin, a vampire as old as time, has known centuries of sleepless nights. Yet, Kaia's plight becomes his torment, their destinies intertwined by an ancient pact formed in infancy, a forgotten promise whispered in blood. To atone for past sins, he must battle his own demons and nurture the burgeoning Scarlet Incantatrix within her. Lycan King Satyrion, consumed by an ambition for dominance, knows the whispers of the prophecy. To establish his reign, he must claim the ultimate prize, the red-haired witch, whom he has marked, now transformed into a potent weapon. He will stop at nothing to control her, his court yearning for ...

Genre: Teen & Young Adult

Feeling Himself Forgotten: A Sequel to Stealing Wishes by Shannon Yarbrough (11 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

It's been eight years since readers first fell in love with a quirky coffee barista named Blaine in Shannon Yarbrough's second book, "Stealing Wishes." But what became of Blaine's tattooed, artsy coworker and love interest named Auden, who left Blaine for a teaching job in Savannah? In "Feeling Himself Forgotten," Yarbrough picks up Auden's story one year later. Auden realizes he misses Memphis and he misses Blaine even more. He decides to return to Memphis and hopefully pick up where he left off with Blaine and the coffee shop and everything else, but he soon discovers things aren't the same as when he left them. Auden's adventure gets even more interesting when the ghost of Tennessee Williams tags along! As Auden desperately searches for his friend, grasping for the life he once knew, the ghost of the infamous Southern playwright stands by to watch the drama unfold.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Dreams from the Slumber Yard by Christopher Mertic Lewis (Hovering Giraffe Press) (33 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Richard Blake runs The Slumber Yard, a struggling mattress store in small town strip mall. A bitter, misanthropic recluse with no friends or family to speak of, Richard whiles away his boring, monotonous life by tormenting customers and producing a series of low budget TV commercials. Determined to make a change and find meaning in his life, Richard meets a beautiful young woman named Kathy. He quickly falls in love, but after a lifetime alone, Richard doesn't know how to reconcile his own anger and self-loathing with his newfound affection for another person. At times dark and funny, sweet and unsettling, Richard's story is one of love, selfishness, fame, humiliation, and the kind of excitement that can only be found in reasonably priced furniture.

Genre: Humor & Satire

Cowboy Ending: An Urban Fantasy Adventure (Overdrive Book 1) by Adam Knight (163 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Fans of JIM BUTCHER and JOHN CONROE agree, ADAM KNIGHT's Urban Fantasy "Overdrive" is a hit. Full of action, drama, relatable problems, pop culture goodness and enough humour to satisfy readers of all genres. Women are disappearing in the City of Winnipeg, the police are at their wits end and the media is in an uproar. But Joe is too busy struggling to pay his bills as a Nightclub Bouncer to pay attention. After a violent night at the city's hottest nightclub Joe's past and present will collide as he begins to notice strange things happening in the world around him. Electrical devices react to his presence in a supernatural way. His strength and awareness will expand. And dammit, he'll want to eat everything in sight! As Joe tries to understand the changes in his life and body, he recognizes that one of the missing women is from his nightclub and he becomes compelled to learn everything he can about her disappearance. Along the way he discovers evidence of corruption, betrayal and ...

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Dreams On The C&O (Zoe On The C&O Book 2) by Roberta L. Greenwald (10 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

"How can this be?" Were the shocking words spinning endlessly in Zoe Carter's mind, as she sprinted back to her car at River Bottom Park, crazily driving down the city streets of Williamsport, Maryland - trying to forget what was now occurring to change her perfect world of the past four years. Emma Baker, loyal friend of Zoe's and now business partner, insists that she must remain tough and focused, thinking only of their new restaurant - Luna's - instead of anything or anyone else - who could cloud her emotions and decision making. Mason Jones has transferred in from Austin, Texas. Working for the Parks Department at the new C&O Canal Corporate Building. Handsome and constantly wearing cowboy boots, with a noticeable "Texas twang", creating a disturbing picture every time he enters Luna's. Luke Taylor is the new sales manager for his father's car dealership. Things have transitioned for him as well, with his pal, Noah Clark, being away in England for grad school. Suddenly ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

A Queen Among Alphas: Queen Among Series Book 1 by Ashleigh Dana Burnell (36 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Amelia Dolivo has known her whole life that she would one day be the Alpha of her pack; thus making her the first female Alpha in history. The journey to get there has been long and full of hardships, but a true Alpha never backs down from a fight; a true Alpha never accepts defeat. Whether it be enemies plotting in the shadows to bring her down, or her own soulmate who questions her very capabilities as a woman; Amelia will take them all head-on. She will show them all why you should never underestimate a woman. A Queen Among Alphas is the first book in the Queen Among series.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Reign of Love and Chaos (The Sheik and the Slave Saga Book 3) by Nicola Italia (60 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

In the Arabian palace of the sheik, serious and lovely Isabelle Fairfax is surrounded by her doting family; servants and wants for nothing. When she comes of age, she decides to travel to France to live with the Carmelite nuns who are a cloistered sect; much to the shock of her parents.Once in France, she becomes a link to the outside world for the nuns and her days are spent in prayer, solitude and bartering for goods in the small village.Meanwhile less than fifty miles away, a new French government is forming in Paris and Nicolas de Lieurrey is at the center of it. Trained at the prestigious Lycee Louis-le-Grand school, Nicolas is an engineer by trade but drawn to the new world swirling around him. His best friend Max entices him to run as a delegate in the new government and together they have a front row seat to the changes in France.However many of the changes are not good and as the restrictions on the religious houses increase, Isabelle makes the journey to Paris to stem the ...

Genre: Romance

Memphis & Me by Diane Moody (1,075 Review)    Price verified 12 hours ago

From eight time Amazon All-Star author Diane Moody comes Memphis & Me. In the summer of 1977, Shelby Colter moved back to Memphis, Tennessee hoping to make a fresh start after breaking off her engagement. Working as a patient representative hostess at Baptist Memorial Hospital -- the world's largest private hospital -- she's thrilled with her new job, assisting patients with their non-medical needs. She has to laugh at her colorful co-workers who constantly chat about Elvis-sightings. After all, Baptist was "Elvis's hospital." Shelby hits the ground running, taking care of her patients, getting to know her new friends, and bumping into... Dr. Tucker Thompson? Who knew that annoying kid who used to hang out with her big brother was now a resident at BMH? Little Chubby Tucker -- a compassionate, handsome doctor? As the summer rolls along, three people she loves face life-threatening situations, drawing Shelby back to her faith. And then one night, in a hospital prayer room, she pours ...

Genre: Religion & Spirituality

Learn Spanish: A Comprehensive Guide to Learning Spanish for Beginners, Including Grammar and 2500 Popular Phrases by Simple Language Learning (98 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

If you're looking to learn Spanish fast without having to go through boring textbooks, then keep reading... Two manuscripts in one book: • Spanish: Learn Spanish for Beginners: A Simple Guide that Will Help You on Your Language Learning Journey • Spanish Phrase Book: 2500 Super Helpful Phrases and Words You'll Want for Your Trip to Spain or South America Are you a beginner to Spanish who wants to learn the language in a fast and simple way? Have you tried learning Spanish through classical grammar lessons or a Spanish app teaching you stuff you will never use in real life? Do you finally want to say goodbye to scratching your head in confusion when you're trying to learn Spanish? If so, then make yourself at home. You see, we don't believe that you have to struggle to learn Spanish. In part 1 of Learn Spanish: A Comprehensive Guide to Learning Spanish for Beginners, Including Grammar and 2500 Popular Phrases, you will start from scratch and work your way from ...

Genre: Reference

Hidden Elements: The Dúbailte Chronicles Book 1 by M.A. Kilpatrick (17 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

A Story of Elemental Magic, the mixing of elements is forbidden. A woman hidden on another world, a man hidden in plain sight. A prophecy that turns their own people against them. Two strangers must work together to save themselves and the world they come from. An elemental Fae with forbidden magic, Keegan grew up on Earth, with her mom, best friend, and familiar. She knew about Tír na nÓg, the Fae homeworld, but was unable to live there due to a foreboding prophecy. When her mother becomes ill, Keegan must find a way to pay the specialists. Calder is a Fae who was able to grow up on the homeworld, but he was forced to hide his own secret from everyone but his family. He currently lives on Earth, expanding the family woodworking business as well as dealing with his three brothers and familiar. When these two cross paths, an unforgettable journey begins. Will they be able to keep their families, and their secrets, safe along the way?

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Witches Of Sanctuary: Books 1-3 by Savannah Blevins (29 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

It's a supernatural game of curses, mayhem, and death in this thrilling trilogy about a young woman's search for the truth. Wilhelmina is a descendent of the Innocent -- a line of gifted women who are feared, admired, and above all else, protected from a rival force. But her mother's murder sets Wilhelmina on a journey where lies guard the truth, secrets protect the darkness... and love has the power to destroy. In order to survive this mystical world of power and deceit, there is only one rule Wilhelmina needs to follow... Trust no one.

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Damaged by Troy McCombs (79 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

This book is for those who've been bullied, teased, and shut out by the world. It is for ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. I will NOT be held responsible for any part of this book being acted upon in real life. Reader's discretion IS advised. Enjoy... the most brutal novel ever written! Sometimes bullies get what they deserve! Almost everybody at Blake High hates Adam McNicols. He's quiet. He's weird. He's awkward. He's the punching bag for all the jocks. He's the guy girls want no part of. He's the one who usually eats at the lunch table all by himself. But what nobody knows is that there will soon be severe and dangerous consequences for all the taunts and name-calling. Humans, like bottles, can only contain so much pressure. Then they explode. Luckily for Adam, he falls in love with a nice girl one day. She soon mends all his wounds and gives him the confidence to ignore all the bullies who assault him on an everyday basis. Life couldn't be better. He couldn't be happier. ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

The Life She Left Behind by Cristina Slough (272 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

On the surface, Gaby Parker has it all; however, behind closed doors, is a woman who lives in constant fear of the man who was supposed to love her: her husband, Kyle. Beaten, desperate, and broken, Gaby realizes the only way to escape from her violent husband is to kill herself -- on paper. Gaby is dead, and Riley Locklin is born, residing in the tranquil coastal town of Chesswick Bay Montauk where she hopes to start over and meets a man who shows her bruises aren't kisses. Meanwhile, back home, Kyle is doing everything in his power to prove Gaby isn't dead. But... police find her burnt-out car and remains? Kyle isn't buying it; he knows she's still alive. He launches his own investigation to find his wife -- and he'll stop at nothing to claim her back. A female Detective assigned to his wife's case doesn't like him very much after discovering a domestic violence report - scorned by the history of her mother's domestic abuse, she's determined to send Kyle down for his wife's murder. ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Wild Inside by S.R. Templar (24 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Private exotic zoos dot the American landscape. Some big, some small. A few are a hobby, others are a business. Jonathan Sill never intended to own or operate one. But life tends to throw a monkey wrench into the best laid plans. The small town of Broken Arrow, West Virginia, is a quiet place trying to break out of the economic collapse of the now defunct coal mines spread throughout its grand mountains. Any business that brings people or capital to the area is more than welcome. Jonathan's collection of exotic animals was mutually beneficially for him, the town, and the animals... that is, until one day everything changed and he decided life was no longer worth living. Instead of keeping his despair private, he opted to add one more task to his list before taking his own life: he let all the animals go free. Suddenly, the sleepy town can no longer rest in peace. Lions prowl busy streets, tigers roam through the rolling hills, and a duo of wolf and bear are caught somewhere in ...

Genre: Action & Adventure

The Warriors: A WWII Thriller (The Tenth Avatar - Book 1) by Gary Naiman (53 Reviews)    Price verified 5 minutes ago

An unmarked aircraft has crashed on a Far Eastern mountain, its wreckage scattered on a 23,000 foot ridge. With the world at the brink of war, four strangers are drawn to that mountain by interwoven events. The Spanish missionary flees his nation's civil war. The Baltistani hunter scours the Himalaya for his sister's murderers. The American reporter tracks the Axis document that killed her journalist husband. The British mountaineer craves a final shot at the peak that claimed his comrades. Driven by their bitter pasts, the four converge on Nepal's Mt. Kangchenjunga, unaware that two flights of Japanese imperial marines are closing from the east with orders to retrieve the crashed plane's cargo at all costs for it will determine the victor of a war not yet started. Amazon Reviews: "The first chapter which takes place in a Japanese warplane over Tibet is outstanding. It grabs the reader and doesn't let go. Excellent writing. The story line of each character is brilliantly constructed ...

Genre: History

Ogden Messiah by Antonio J. Hopson (25 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

Systemic racism is real, and redemption comes at a cost. But a white savior complex will not save a black FBI analyst on vacation from the Seattle office, where he is sidetracked in Idaho and meets a mysterious stranger. While camping alone, the analyst is attacked by white supremacists and saved by the stranger, whom he now owes his life. Meanwhile, several Federal and State authorities are interested in the stranger, who is determined to release a computer virus giving each African American money for reparations.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Kingdom of Youth by Tj McQueen (15 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

As Sadie's life abruptly ends on her 18th birthday, she is surprised with the afterlife of her dreams in a new world. The Kingdom of Youth is a beautiful land where the souls of lives lost too soon are brought back as magical creatures to continue on.However, before she can get too excited, Sadie's arrival has sparked a darkness upon the land. A prophecy has been triggered, and evil threatens the existence of every inhabitant.Will Sadie's new powers alone, help save an entire world from extinction? That's not the only obstacle, friendship and romance are treacherous battles of their own.There is a new surprise around every corner of this read, and it doesn't go as magically as you'd wish.

Genre: Teen & Young Adult

Finding Lorena: A Time Travel Romance by Michael Bartos (145 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Imagine being able to jump back in time and do it all over again. Going back to live with everything you've learned, and knowing everything that's happened in the world during your lifetime. That's exactly what happens to Connor Grace, a middle-aged divorced school teacher, who is hit by a car in downtown Charleston and wakes up as a teenager again in the late 1980's. Young again, he seeks the woman who he knows will eventually become his true love, and sets out to right the wrongs of the past. As he tries to make sense of the tumultuous times he had already lived through once before, he discovers that he isn't the only one who has come back. In Finding Lorena, organized crime, southern charm, Israeli martial arts, time travel, and self-discovery coalesce in an action-adventure love story for the ages... well, maybe a few different ages.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Water Maiden: Time travel adventure by Raymond M Hall (44 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Embark on an exhilarating journey through time with "The Water Maiden," a spellbinding tale that blends the allure of Diana Gabaldon's epic adventures with the mystique of Barbara Erskine's historical intrigue. When Abigail unexpectedly hurtles through time, she finds herself stranded in the tumultuous sixteen hundreds. Amidst suspicion and uncertainty, she forges an unlikely alliance with four sisters accused of witchcraft. Together, they navigate the perilous waters of a bygone era, Abigail relying on her newfound resilience and feminine guile to survive. As Abigail encounters fleeting romances on her path, it's the magnetic Jacob who captures her heart and offers a glimpse of true belonging. But with the allure of her past life beckoning, Abigail faces a daunting choice: cling to familiarity or embrace the challenges of her newfound existence. Brace yourself for a riveting supernatural romance brimming with passion, intrigue, and unforeseen twists. "The Water Maiden" is a ...

Genre: Historical Fiction

Wicked Magic (The Vampires of Oxford Book 1) by Margot de Klerk (46 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Hunters are supposed to hate vampires -- but everyone will betray their people for a price. Nathan is about to discover his. Nathan is a vampire hunter on the cusp of graduation. He's been training for this his entire life: the moment he qualifies and joins the rest of his family in their noble calling. If only it were that simple. His grades are a mess, his social life is a disaster, and what's worse, his best friend is a witch! Add to that, his vampire uncle is back in town and his crush might just be supernatural too, and you have one big melting pot of potential parental disapproval. Nathan doesn't think he can take much more, and then the dark mages come to town. As bodies begin piling up in the streets, Nathan finds himself pulled deeper into political intrigue and a deadly plot that will pit him against his own family. When the girl he likes comes under threat, Nathan races against time to solve the mystery... well aware that with every step he takes, he comes closer to his ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Psychic Development and Empath Abilities: Unlocking the Power of Psychics and Empaths and Developing Mediumship, Clairvoyance, Divination, Telepathy, ... by Silvia Hill (35 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

If you want to learn more about your psychic abilities and understand the empath in you, then keep reading... Two manuscripts in one book: • Psychic Development: Unlocking Abilities of Psychics and Developing Divination, Mediumship, Astral Projection, Telepathy, and Clairvoyance • Empath: How Empaths and Highly Sensitive People Can Thrive by Harnessing Their Powers and Psychic Abilities Whether we like it or not, the world is changing, and what was once hidden is now coming to light. The psychic realm is one such topic that was once put on the back burner but is now coming into full view. We all have psychic abilities; it's just that most of us haven't honed them to their full potential. So, what is psychic development? Psychic development is the process of enhancing and utilizing your natural psychic abilities. This comprehensive guide will help you unleash your psychic abilities and use them to help yourself and others. In part one of this book, you will: • Learn more ...

Genre: Religion & Spirituality

Mystery Along the Danube (A Rosetta Blessing Travel Mystery - Book 1): The Forgotten Jewel by A. Nation (14 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Who would have thought Rosetta's exotic trip to Europe would involve thieves and kidnapping? (Book 1 of 4). When Rosetta and her daughter get a chance to travel to Europe, a criminal crosses their path. Follow her through famous cities in this tale of forgotten love, and the dangers of recovering a long lost hidden jewel as she avoids local criminals. Updated 4/26/23 Be sure to pick up your companion copy of The Lost Jewel #B07SM42FZG

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

No Fuss Cooking: Ground Beef Cookbook - Chili, Soup, Stew, Sandwich and Burger, Pasta, Casserole, Meatball, and More Ground Beef Recipes (No-Fuss ... by Louise Davidson (51 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Looking for everyday ground beef recipes that your family will love? This cookbook has over 265 ground beef recipes to choose from! Ground beef is one of the most versatile ingredients there is. You can cook it in so many ways, and lots of favorite comfort food recipes are based on ground beef, like chili, spaghetti, meatballs, lasagna, sloppy Joe's, shepherd's pie, moussaka, and so many more. This family-friendly recipe cookbook has over 265 recipes where ground beef is the star of the dish. You are sure to find several ground beef recipe ideas for any meal of the day. Inside, you'll find some basic information on buying and using ground beef and over 265 recipes, including: BREAKFAST • Beef Shakshuka • Breakfast Egg and Ground Beef Muffins • Crock Pot Breakfast Loaf APPETIZERS AND SMALL BITES • Cheeseburger Dip • Korean Dumplings • Delicious Pan Quesadillas SOUPS Beef Tomato Macaroni Soup • Crock Pot Lentil Beef Tomato Soup • Slow Cooked Beef and ...

Genre: Cookbooks, Food & Wine

California Driver’s License Exam Prep: Ace the DMV Written Test on Your First Try with Confidence | Includes Practice Questions, Detailed Answer ... by Jeff Colbert (8 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

NOW AVAILABLE THE ULTIMATE 2024 EDITION PACKED WITH THE LATEST INSIGHTS, EXPERT TIPS, AND 450 PRACTICE QUESTIONS TO PASS THE EXAM WITH FLYING COLORS! AN EXCLUSIVE BONUS JUST FOR YOU! ? Unlock the incredibly useful DMV Cheat Sheets. Perfect for last-minute revisions or as a quick reference, these cheat sheets are your secret weapon to ace the California Driver's License Exam. • Feeling overwhelmed by the complexity of the DMV exam and daunted by the vast amount of rules, signs, and regulations that seem hard to memorize? • Tired of generic study guides that don't address your specific needs? • Struggling to fit DMV exam study into your hectic work, school, or family life? If you answered YES, then look no further because this is the perfect book for you! "California Driver's License Exam 2024", authored by an expert trainer who has successfully guided thousands through their DMV tests, combines years of teaching experience with in-depth knowledge of California's specific ...

Genre: Education & Teaching

Hale Hale the Gang's All Here - A Family Cookbook by Diane Moody (36 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

From six time Amazon All-Star author Diane Moody comes A Family Cookbook. A few years ago, with a family reunion planned in Texas, Diane Hale Moody harassed her extended family members to send her their favorite recipes for a cookbook she was compiling. The result was a collection of almost 300 scrumptious recipes, family memories, and lots of photographs, both vintage and recent. Now, a revised version of the family cookbook is available as an e-book to share with others their favorites, like Ina Hale's Carrot Cake, Erin's Taco Soup, Mom's Homemade Granola, the Maynard's Chicken Enchiladas, Anita's Dripped Beef, and Versa's Chocolate Silk Pie. From the author: "I hope you enjoy this collection of recipes and memories. Who knows, maybe you'll find a recipe here to begin your own family legacy. And for us, that would be icing on the cake."

Genre: Parenting & Relationships

Keeping the Pieces: A Fake Fiancé Laugh-Out-Loud Romantic Comedy by Brenda Lowder (502 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Emma Hayworth is desperately in love. She's sure Cam's finally in love with her, too. Last night he gave her the soul-claiming kiss she's fantasized about since college. At his thirtieth birthday party on his parents' yacht, she knows everything between them is about to change. It does. Shockingly, Cam announces his engagement to his longtime on-again off-again girlfriend, leaving Emma devastated. Certain he's caving to parental pressure, Emma is determined to make him realize she is his forever after. Personal trainer Derek Chase is intrigued when his almost girlfriend invites him to some swanky party aboard a yacht. He's pretty sure she's the one -- until he's blindsided by the birthday boy declaring their engagement. Positive she's making a mistake, he's about to intercede when he's stopped by a petite brunette who has schemes of her own. Together, Emma and Derek hatch a plan to fake their own engagement and break up the couple to keep the pieces for themselves. As their ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

And Then There Were Four - Sequel to Girls in the City - Samantha by Suzanne Jenkins (14 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Detroit divorce attorney, Hadi Khan shocks his conservative wife, Gwen when he tells her he's decided to practice polygamy and wants to bring a new woman into their life. Fortunately, Gwen and Erin get along wonderfully. But then, to mix things up, he brings Crystal around to meet the family. The three women bond in spite of the adjustment they have to make, especially Gwen. Just when things calm down, Farah comes into their life.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Oppressed & Empowered: The Viscount's Capable Wife (Love's Second Chance Series Book 12) by Bree Wolf (2,197 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

The infamous viscount Richard Davenport is known for his icy heart -- but when he learns of his unmarried sister's secret pregnancy, he must seek the help of the only woman he ever loved. A spellbinding holiday romance from USA Today bestselling author BREE WOLF! England, 1808: VISCOUNT ASHWOOD, RICHARD DAVENPORT, is a man encased in an icy reputation -- his aloof demeanor and piercing gray eyes are as forbidding as winter itself. Society whispers of his heartlessness, but little do they know that Richard's cold exterior masks a keen, albeit misunderstood, spirit. When his sister's secret pregnancy threatens to become a scandal, Richard is plunged into a storm of familial duty. The only person capable of navigating these treacherous waters and ensure his sister's well-being is EVELYN PROCTEN, a woman whose medical ambitions defy the conventions of the time and whose presence has always managed to thaw Richard's frosty facade. EVELYN has long harbored dreams of following in her ...

Genre: Romance

Terrene: the hidden valley by Eric Liu (228 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Within every person lies the power to change one world. Within Flora lies the hope for two. In the isolated rural valley of Terrene, where technology is grown, not manufactured, Flora Karachi paints her anguish with flowers and yearns to travel outside the mountain walls that guard her village. But in a society which values harmony and symmetry above all else, her dangerous curiosity and her indelicate scars, earned from a lifetime of inexplicable blackouts, make her an outcast with few prospects for adventure. Then the dreams come. Lucid and overpowering, they throw Flora into a fascinatingly advanced world where she lives the life of Jane Ingram, an American scientist fighting global climate change while trying to raise a child in a society where interpersonal interaction is becoming obsolete. Flora's blackouts open a window into knowledge lost long ago and possibilities that are yet to come. To unravel these mysteries, she must travel to the enigmatic Institute, an ancient ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

An Unfamiliar Guest (1) by E.C. Murray (382 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

E.C. Murray's enthralling mystery unites two former nemesis' on a lush island in Washington state. When their peaceful world shatters, nothing is as it seems. Secrets are revealed, a man is shot, and shocking lies come to the surface in a saga that leads from New England to Washington state to La Serena, Chile. An Unfamiliar Guest is a thrilling suspense about friendship and family, betrayal and intrigue, with twists and turns that will astonish even the most avid reader. A perfect book for those who like Liane Moriarty, Ruth Ware, and Celeste Ng. PRAISE FOR AN UNFAMILIAR GUEST: *Engaging tale proves that it's never too late to try to repair the past. - KIRKUS *An Unfamiliar Guest is a who-and-why-done-it which hits all the right marks and keeps readers guessing to the end. Randall Platt, Award-winning author of eleven novels including Professor Renoir's Collection of Oddities, Curiosities, and Delights *You think you know who your friends are --- but do you really? An ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Love in the Shadows by Elaine Meece (18 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Love in the Shadows Two FBI Agents -- one promotion. Special Agent Ellen Bennett and Special Agent Garrett Emerson detest one another especially after learning they're both after the same promotion. He sees her as rigid and difficult. She considers him an arrogant charmer, but his charm is wasted on her. When they go undercover as newlyweds to expose a sex trafficking ring, they have to live under the same roof and make it work. Not only do their careers depend on it, the lives of others do as well.

Genre: Romance

Indecently Employed: A Steamy Victorian Governess Romance (The Sedleys Book 2) by Antonia Falk (Make Your Beds) (51 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Desperate to sharpen up his act, he'd forsworn his debauched habits once and for all... After decades of personal indulgence, the charming and wealthy Ajax Sedley finds himself saddled with the inevitable consequences of his actions: his fifteen-year-old baseborn daughter. Tired of his life as a professional waster, he reluctantly accepts the challenge. Unfortunately he's hired the most comely governess in the whole damn city. But the temptation she offered may prove too much to bear... Parson's daughter Susanna Abbotts has lived within the safe confines of society's expectations for all her unremarkable twenty-seven years. Smart and respectable, she'd never dare compromise her reputation-or her dreams of an independent future. That is, until she accepts a position in Mr. Ajax Sedley's household... A note to readers -- Indecently Employed is a historical romance novel of 90,000 words containing open-door sex scenes and strong language.

Genre: Romance

Justice in Doubt: A Maya Jones Legal Thriller (Maya Jones legal thriller series Book 4) by Freya Atwood (Cobalt Fairy LLC) (506 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Maya Jones' husband is shot on duty and the cause is the secrets behind her parents' death 20 years ago... As new evidence emerges about her parents' alleged accidents, Maya realizes that every detail was actually planned. But things take a dramatic turn when the person arrested for shooting her husband is released, showing her that this conspiracy is bigger than she could have imagined. With her husband in critical condition, Maya is left alone to deal with everything. But when a dangerous legal case she had been working on turns out to be connected to her traumatic past, the window to find the truth closes... Justice in Doubt is an exciting blood-pumping legal thriller, written by Freya Atwood and published by Cobalt Fairy. If you are an avid fan of strong characters, action packed courtroom drama, and mind blowing murder mystery, then you'll love Freya's intriguing story. Buy "Justice in Doubt" today to discover Freya's new intriguing crime mystery!

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Torn Veil (Rainer Series) by Gregory R. Marshall (10 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Gifted MIT graduate Nick Thomas has invented an engine that can end human dependence on fossil fuels. His abduction by energy conglomerate Warren Enterprises leads to a series of revelations about power, religion, and the fate of the American soul. Told through rotating perspectives, the novel follows characters on both sides of the conflict. Nick is tested by a sinister presence that seems to have an intimate knowledge of his hopes and fears. While investigating his disappearance, his girlfriend Veronica discovers dark secrets lurking beyond the comfortable façade of Westchester, New York -- secrets that shake the core of her identity.

UnLearn: A Practical Guide to Business and Life by Anubhav Srivastava (9 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

WHY YOU SHOULD BE READING THIS BOOK? "Happiness and freedom begin with a clear understanding of one principle: Some things are within our control, and some things are not. It is only after you have faced up to this fundamental rule and learned to distinguish between what you can and can't control that inner tranquillity and outer effectiveness become possible." - Epictetus (Ancient Greek Philosopher) Most motivational advice only works if the people receiving it are hyper talented or super lucky or both. But what about the Average Joe or Jane? For them, most advice that is peddled is simply not that useful. When the advice seems to work for someone and gives them statistically extremely extraordinary results that cannot be consistently replicated, it is usually because of survivorship bias (We, our society and the media focuses on the 1 person who succeeded following that advice, supposed to be proof that advice works, but ignore the 1000 others who failed following the exact same ...

The Stone Lady (Highland Promises Book 1) by Johanna Maas (60 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

First in the Highland Promises series, The Stone Lady is the story of Daria who has only one, selfless purpose in life. Raised in a family very cruel and unforgiving, Daria had sworn to safeguard her young sister Grace. Not only had she given her word to her mother during the last days of her life, she knew it in her heart she was the only one who could truly protect her. She claimed this duty with a vengeance and had sworn it would be hers to her dying day. All else held no significance, regardless of her own wishes. A promise spoken was never given lightly. Gavyn of the clan MacPherson would die before he would break his word. Little had he known this one chance encounter with a lass would change his life forever. Inspired by her strength and devotion, he felt an overwhelming need to protect her. Even after the dark haired beauty entered his life and made it nearly impossible for him to keep his pledge, he swore he would never forget her. The very circumstance that brought them ...

Genre: Romance

Crown Of Fire: Awenmell Series Book One by Lisa King (Felen Press) (39 Reviews)    Price verified 14 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 ...

Genre: Metaphysical

The Moon that Shatters the Heart (Belvieu Creek Wolves Book 1) by Valeria Amanda (13 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Belvieu Creek holds a lot of mistakes. Many mistakes. Usually mistakes are forgiven, but I don't believe mine will ever be. My mistakes led to my mate hating me. But then again, I hate him for never telling me how he truly felt. *** On Sutton's eighteenth birthday, she is ready to leave Belvieu Creek and return to her old pack, needing to get away from the one boy she always wanted until he showed her his true colors. Anastacio. Anastacio is the son of an Alpha, preparing to take over for his father when he finds his mate. Sutton. After a failed rejection, they go their separate ways. Growing together and facing a tragedy along the way. Is it too late? Has too much damage been done? Trigger Warning: Cheating, Violence, Gore, Depression, Witches/Demons

Genre: Romance

Observer: A Novel by Robert Lanza (2,450 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

#1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER ? "Mind-bending... A novel full of life-affirming ideas." -- Kirkus Reviews (Starred Review) "The cutting edge of science tipping into something new and marvelous... a startling, fascinating novel."?KIM STANLEY ROBINSON, New York Times bestselling author "Real science and limitless imagination combine in a thrilling story you won't soon forget."?ROBIN COOK, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Coma (and 37 other international bestsellers) "Brilliant... A riveting and moving story." ?RHONDA BYRNE, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Secret. Caro Soames-Watkins, a talented neurosurgeon whose career has been upended by controversy, is jobless, broke, and the sole supporter of her sister, a single mother with a severely disabled child. When she receives a strange job offer from Nobel Prize-winning scientist Sam Watkins, a great uncle she barely knows, desperation forces her to take it in spite of serious suspicions. Watkins has built a mysterious ...

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

The Gentleman’s House Near the Lane: A Regency Romance Inspired by Jane Austen’s Sanditon (Sanditon Stories) by Alma Kelleher (28 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

A Regency Historical Romance Inspired by Jane Austen's SANDITON (Not based on the TV show and not a clean romance)* After the adventure of a lifetime in the up-and-coming seaside town of Sanditon, Charlotte Heywood has returned to her father's house in Willingden with a broken heart. The man she loves, Sidney Parker, did not propose to her, and she left Sanditon without knowing why. It is her dear friend Frederica Lambe who tells her the truth by letter: Sidney is engaged! Will Sidney's wedding take place? And if so, will Charlotte be able to find happiness in Willingden without him? This Regency romance borrows from Jane Austen's original works, which are now in the public domain. The only characters who appear in this adaptation are from Jane Austen's original universe (or are implied by it). While the original Sanditon fragment is too incomplete for us to know how Austen would have resolved the romantic plot, this novel pairs Charlotte with a likely candidate for her ...

Genre: Adaptations & Pastiche

Forsake Not the Gods: Book Two of The Wells of the Worlds by Robert Mullin (12 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

For centuries, the ancient gateway between worlds has been kept a carefully guarded secret from the vampiric gods of the gray lands. But when its existence is revealed, it's only a matter of time before the unthinkable happens and the exiled powers are unleashed upon the cosmos. Honor and revenge, hope and despair, duty and sacrifice all meet at the crossroads of destiny in this thrilling sequel to Bid the Gods Arise. Forsake Not the Gods is the second novel in The Wells of the Worlds, a dark sci fi fantasy series for adults and new adults

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Finding Danyaal: A Love Story by Zia Ahmad (12 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

"A raw and truthful portrayal of human emotions." -- Sangam "Ahmad does a wonderful job of balancing this powerful story against a backdrop of change." -- Reader Views "It is against this God who kills that we are fighting and resisting." -- Alexia Salvador Rami is coming into adulthood. Life is hell for boys like him in the unforgiving streets of Lahore, Pakistan -- but especially bad for Rami -- a teenager grappling with inner turmoil; he has fallen in love. When Danyaal, a boy rooted in honesty and integrity, comes into Rami's life, their unparalleled bond strengthens. Obsessed with relentless intimacy toward each other, despite the growing concern of heads turning, eyes narrowing -- through thick and thin -- Rami and Danyaal forge ahead with the romance developing between them until one fateful day. A kiss between Rami and Danyaal, witnessed by a band of aggressors, sends the two boys racing away from their tormentors through the woods. Even greater pain awaits when their ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Broken China: A Novel (An Arranged Marriage Contemporary Romance) (Yours truly) by Vinni (22 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Arranged Marriage? Ex-lovers? Rekindled Romance? What Makes Modern Day Marriages Work? Or Break? So Easily. Love? Loyalty? Lust? Seema I FEEL LIKE A BROKEN CHINA. DELICATE, USED AND FALLEN. THREE HEARTS. ONE TALE. A TALE OF LOVE, LOSS, AND LOYALTY ENTWINED TOGETHER. An Arranged Marriage Contemporary NA Romance Blurb It's not every day that we hear about arranged marriages but my parents have set me up with Mr. Vivek Dutt, hand-picked by my father and my only aunt, and due to his successful career, I, Seema Nidhi am to be married to him. He is my father's choice but I know I have to make him my own choice as well, maybe I will in some 10 years after marriage. He is sweet with me and did I say he looks smoking hot in his crisp cotton shirts and dress pants? A perfect guy to fall in love with but how long does it take to fall in love with a chosen husband? And before I can start falling in love, my past comes crashing with my present, Aditya Sharma, my ex-boyfriend, and now my ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Quarterback Keeper: A Bi-Awakening MM Sports Romance (The Package Deal Series -Book 1) by Rheland Richmond (981 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

The first book in the popular Package Deal Series! Alex I'm the starting quarterback for the Portland Pirates, and I have a thing for my son's teacher. Except I didn't know the cute blond on the beach with the giant dog was, in fact, my kid's teacher until two months later at Open House. Christian took my breath away during the second week of my two-week vacation at the beach and introduced me to things I never knew could feel so good and be so right. I think he just might be the one who inspires me to tell the world that this NFL quarterback is bisexual and in love with a man. That is until I blew the best thing to happen to me since my kids were born. All I know is I have to get him back. I had to find a way to keep him. Christian I never imagined I would meet the love of my life while being bowled over on the beach by the overeager Newfoundland I was dog-sitting. But that's exactly how I ended up on my back in the sand, wrapped in his arms and pressed into the sand by the ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Presumed Guilty by Gino Cox (64 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

Homicide Detective Gideon Maguire's second partner has been murdered in less than a week. Now he must solve two murders and a child's kidnapping before he is arrested for a crime he didn't commit. A mob enforcer has a crisis of conscience and turns on his masters. When his wife and daughter are brutally murdered, he kidnaps a drug kingpin's daughter in an intricate plot for revenge. The kidnapping results in a series of attacks on registered sex offenders by gangsters hoping to find the girl and cash in on a huge reward. The incompetence of a mob boss's heir apparent results in palace intrigues to discredit the young man. Vigilante torture and murder, extrajudicial executions, rigged dogfights, teenage sexting, murder, fabricated evidence, predatory pedophiles and a transvestite chanteuse are all involved. Nobody is innocent. They are all presumed guilty. Absolutely loved the intricate plot twists... The brutality and the grittiness that Cox was able to capture in ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

The Girl Who Jumped: A steamy romantic comedy | Tiktok made me buy it! by Matilda Swinney (122 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

"OMGGGG!! Sir and Tilly's story is just a whirlwind of emotions. A fast and light read, The Girl Who Jumped, will get you HOOKED from page 1. The spicy scenes are really good and the plot is just BETTER. A MUST READ" Goodreads reviewer ????? For fans of Emily Henry, Beth O'Leary, Victoria Quinn and Tessa Bailey. A lifetime of failed relationships. One huge risk. One sexy dominating man. What could go wrong? Based on true events, after a lifetime of frogs, Tilly sets out to find her own Prince Charming. But there's a catch... She wants her Prince Charming to be the ultimate dominating man. She follows her best friend's advice and ditches conventional dating sites for a sex dating website. However, Tilly quickly realises reality is not like the fairy tales. As she battles with her inner feminist will she ever get used to her dominating man's rules? And more importantly, what is he hiding? The Girl Who Jumped is a hilarious, heart-warming and surprisingly moving story of a young ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Pelvic Flaws by Nikki Ashton (320 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Lesley Jones, best-selling author of Carnage and CowSex said of Pelvic Flaws - "A realistic and hilarious take on starting over when you're in your 40's. Toss in a sexy silver fox and you've got yourself a great read" Chloe Walsh best-selling author agreed: Humorous, heartfelt and grippingly original, Pelvic Flaws is Nikki's best work to date. With a loveable heroine and riveting hero, the story bounces off the page and into your hear. Magnificent as always. When a single mum meets a sexy tattooed Texan, you know things are going to get hot - and maybe a little crazy. If a sneeze can ruin your day and it's not just the hairs on your head that need a dye job, your life is definitely changing. What do you do, though, if a hot Texan shows interest in you? What the hell, go with the flow! Pelvic Flaws is the story of one woman's struggle with hot sweats, mood swings and perilously poor pelvic floor muscles. It's the story of Dex, who thinks all those things about Katie are funny and ...

Genre: Humor & Entertainment

Dark Protection (A Donovan Montgomery Thriller Book 2) by Willie Mae Jackson (19 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

"Donovan Montgomery returns in this twisty and exciting thriller that blends the streetwise, the political, and a surprising touch of the bizarre. Dark Protection is gripping with shocking plot twists, fast-paced suspense, tough-minded visceral action, [and] crisp dialogue. Comparable to Jeff Lindsay's Darkly Dreaming Dexter and Caroline Kepnes's You." -- Publishers Weekly "Fast pace, realistic, especially compelling and well-done. A powerful winner, highly recommended." -- Midwest Book Review Dark Protection leaves you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Full of well-researched details, breath hitching suspense, and pages of drama, this is a read you won't want to miss! -- C. D. Gorri, USA Today Bestselling Author RITUAL SACRIFICE CHICAGO STYLE When the mutilated body of a young woman is left in front of a popular politician's home, Donovan Montgomery, forensic psychiatrist, profiler, and serial avenger, is drawn into a web of crime and black magic that is ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Hustlas Love Hood Gurlz : Complete Series by Nidda (13 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Previously titled: Pretty Gurls Love Hustlas (Books 1-3). When your family is praying for your downfall what do you do? At a young age Cina was in that position. Not knowing what was ahead of her, she stuck by Ricardo and through the ups and the downs while never switching up. Just when Cina thought that she was finally getting her happily ever after, it was snatched from her and her life was flipped upside down. Through it all, her best friend Sameria is there for her and not even distance can break their bond. Sameria's life has been mapped out from the day she was born. Being raised by a strict, single mother who was determined to get her out the hood, she never really had a chance to enjoy her childhood. Family secrets, lies and heart break are hitting Sameria back to back and she can't seem to catch a break. When Sameria goes off to college it is supposed to be the fresh start that she needs. Taking a break from studying leads her to run into the perfect man. Ricardo "Chaos" ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

A room with a view: Illustrated version with notes by Edward Morgan Forster (7,235 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

"A Room with a View" follows the journey of Lucy Honeychurch, a young Englishwoman on a voyage of self-discovery in the lush landscapes of Italy. While staying at a pension in Florence, Lucy's encounter with the unconventional George Emerson and his father sets off a chain of events that challenges her worldview and awakens a desire for a more liberated existence. As Lucy navigates the complexities of love, social expectations, and personal fulfillment, she grapples with the tension between societal conventions and her own desires. Through witty dialogue, rich characterizations, and evocative descriptions of both Italy and England, E.M. Forster paints a vivid portrait of Edwardian society and the timeless struggle for individual freedom. Ultimately, "A Room with a View" is a poignant exploration of love, identity, and the transformative power of embracing life's possibilities with an open heart and a courageous spirit.

The Playmaker : Dual Threat Series Book Three by Kelley Lyon (13 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

~ From the moment she walked in all his priorities changed ~ Delaney Finnigan arrived from Ireland already in trouble. Finding herself in a precarious situation at Breyden Stafford's doorstep, she had nowhere else to go. Immediately enamored by her spirit, Breyden makes a decision that puts Delaney's life in jeopardy. Now he must lay his future on the line to save her, risking everything he's worked so hard to get. Knowing he has to save her, Breyden must be... The Playmaker.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The O'Connor's Box Set: A contemporary medical romance series by Jax Burrows (36 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

If you enjoy medical dramas, second chance romances, secret baby, single dad, and friends to lovers stories, you'll love this series. Book One, Worth Waiting For When Dr Casey O'Connor returns to his home town of Leytonsfield to take up the post of trauma consultant, the last person he expects to see is the woman who has haunted his dreams for the past four years. Staff Nurse, Lexi Grainger, has made a home for herself and her daughter in Leytonsfield. She is happy with her life as an accident and emergency nurse and single mother. Now everything is about to change. Book Two, Healing Hearts Dr Zoe Angelos moves to Leytonsfield to take up the post of GP in Dr Dan O'Connor's medical practice. She left Manchester for a new life in the quiet Cheshire town to escape painful memories. Zoe quickly realises that some memories are not so easy to leave behind. Consultant Cardiologist, Dr Riordan O'Connor, is dedicated to his work and his nine year old son, Tom. He has no time for romantic ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Do You Do Extras? by Nikki Ashton (322 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Take a normal girl, a Hollywood star, a mean foul-mouthed agent and a pink glittery sex toy and you've got Do You Do Extras? - but remember what happens on set stays on set. Grantley James is Hollywood's newest action hero. He's got the looks and the body but can barely crack a smile. Phoebe Drinkwater is an extra on Grantley's new film. She's happy and fun loving but will never be as beautiful as her parent's imaginary youngest daughter, Melania. How will Hollywood's newest sex symbol take it, when Phoebe literally bumps into him and tells him he has a fat head? And what will he do when he's faced with Phoebe's twin six-year-old terror nephews on set? Now is your chance to find out. At the centre of this beautiful romance are moments that will make you laugh out loud, and those which will pull at your emotions, but all in all you'll get a stonking good read.

Genre: Romance

When the Ocean Gave You Up: A Modern Gender Swapped Little Mermaid Retelling (East Cove Book 1) by Lauren Devora (10 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Inn owner Rose McCleary just wanted to go for a morning run. But when a storm off the coast of her tiny New England town spits out a handsome amnesiac, her life's trajectory is knocked off course for good. Opening her home and business to the enigmatic, mute stranger she's nicknamed Adam, Rose promises to help him find his family and hopefully recover his memories. Adam, however, has different ideas... He isn't concerned with returning to wherever he came from. As their undeniable attraction sparks into a blaze, he cannot imagine a life without Rose and will do whatever he has to to protect the peace he's found with her. So when bizarre occurrences and mysterious people call Adam's true origins into question, they both must face a reality that feels ripped straight from a fisherman's tale. Can they keep their happily ever after? Or will it fade from them like seafoam? WHEN THE OCEAN GAVE YOU UP is a modern gender swapped Little Mermaid retelling with the banter of Gilmore Girls, ...

Genre: Romance

Cian's Song: We Are Coming Home (New Beginnings M/M Series Book 3) by Kashel Char (13 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

It's the year 73 A.T. Cian's been denying the pull toward the moon for decades, and as soon as the Phoenicians designed and built a prototype fit for spaceflight, they followed the ship Cian spotted. But as soon as they land on the moon, they discover the Disciples of the Anunnaki have created a new kind of monster. He has his hands full and has to save a bunch of stupid humans before he can woo his mate, who is oblivious about him. Back on Earth, Phoenix lay at the bottom of the Earth's global ocean, which covers ninety-nine percent of the Earth's surface. Eryn, Ivan, and Cian had successfully wrapped the titanium and plexiglass city with a protective waterproof barrier. Some waters have receded around the highest mountains where animals have found refuge. All these areas were declared protected and sacred to allow the surviving fauna and flora to flourish on their own and rehabilitate without the interference or hindrance of man so that nature may repair Earth's fragile ...

Genre: Romance

Empire of Oshbob: City of Artem (Artem Underworld Book 2) by Kevin Sinclair (73 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

There ain't no rest for the wicked. And new mods don't grow on trees. But it seems enemies do. Gaining power in Artem is hard, but keeping it can be harder. With their budding new corporation and expanding gang territory attracting covetous eyes, the battle is just beginning for Oshbob and Unara. And while it's sometimes hard for an orc to accept, violence isn't always the answer. Oshbob and his band of loyal followers are going to have to be smart and play the game if they're to survive what's coming.

Genre: Science Fiction

Satanwake by Elvo Bucci (40 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

What's your life worth? A small, struggling pharmaceutical firm is in need of a major new product to survive. Led by a CEO desperate to achieve the fame and fortune he had always expected but had not yet gained, he and his firm are running out of time. On the precipice of bankruptcy, a technological breakthrough is close to fruition. They are in position to finally succeed, if they can only mobilize the resources to conduct a clinical trial that proves the product works. Then a reclusive businessman shows up to make an offer to the CEO. With no other options, the CEO strikes a deal with his new mentor. But did he sell his soul in a satanic bargain? The clinical trial shows their genetically engineered product involving a gene called STK17A works beyond even their wildest imagination. After special friends of his mentor intervene to win necessary governmental approvals, the new product is released to the public. And it becomes a success like no other treatment or vaccine in ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Yōkai Hunter by J Tate (19 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

I thought I understood this world. I thought I'd seen everything there was to see. I thought nothing else would surprise me. I was wrong. There is so much in this world that humanity doesn't truly understand. The world is a terrifying place filled with horrific y?kai and demonic creatures that most are blissfully unaware of. My life changed the day I met a y?kai hunter. I was thrown into a terrifying world I knew nothing about yet the encounters I had alongside this lone hunter opened my eyes to the truth. This journal documents the first year I spent with a y?kai hunter. It details the horrific beings we encountered, how we avoided death each time and how ultimately I was able to survive.

Genre: Mythology & Folk Tales

Framed by Stephen Scott (7 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

"Framed" is set in 1999 London. There are major criminal gangs and widespread police corruption. A 'Mr Big' is accused of being the brains behind a huge robbery in the City in which a security guard has been killed. His defence lawyer has hired an out-of-town private detective to track down a missing witness. It's Slater's first big case as a private detective after leaving the murky waters of 'government service' in Northern Ireland. The lawyer's not sure whether Slater is up to the job. He shows him CCTV of the robbery: '... Nolan raised his arm and pointed the remote control at the TV to start the video. His small eyes flicked from the screen to Slater as it played. He saw no reaction at all. Not even to the murder. The tape ended with a long shot of the body, awkward on the concrete, a dark pool leaking from the head. Cerebrospinal fluid coated the blood like an oil slick on water, catching the light from the overhead fluorescents. Nolan pointed the remote at the screen and ...

Warlock at Law: A Threshold Covenant Novel by R.L. Baranowski (16 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

Attorney Alistair Burke has landed his first major client: a shapeshifter accused of a murder he did not commit. If that wasn't bad enough, while keeping the existence of magical beings a secret, Alistair finds himself entangled in a slaver's plot to capture and kill local supernaturals to use their power for necromantic magic. When his friends go missing, Alistair knows it's up to him to save them. This would be so much easier if he were anything but a mundane human, but he will not allow his friends to die...

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Somewhat Alive: A Zombie Apocalypse Thriller (Bookland Book 1) by Kate Lexie (45 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Stay home, stay safe. Zoey found the world frightening enough before the pandemic. But when a new variant sends the world spiraling into a zombie apocalypse, she's happy to stay home and keep to herself for as long as possible. But eventually, her supplies dwindle and she has no choice but to venture outside. What will she find? People? Zombies? Does it even matter, since she's terrified of both? Welcome to Bookland. With her home becoming unlivable and a new responsibility resting heavily on her shoulders, Zoey decides to move into Bookland, her favorite Florida theme park. In Bookland, Zoey hopes to find shelter, but instead is confronted with zombies, plus a small band of fellow survivors. Zoey's instincts tell her to run, that these new people cannot be trusted. But maybe the one she cannot trust is herself. Especially when one of the other survivors has such an adorable smile... "Fast-paced and highly readable." "Lovable, flawed characters, sweet romance, and zombies. What ...

Genre: Teen & Young Adult