Down through the deathless centuries, the vampires had drunk human blood for sustenance and for sport. They preyed where they willed, for no mortal humans could resist their unclean powers. But now came the ultimate perversion, the unthinkable: someone was conscripting the vampires into the secret services of a foreign power. No government agency or bureaucrat could control the Undead. The idea was absurd, as Dr. James Asher knew all too well. Years in His Majesty\'s service had taught Asher the finer points of espionage. And he knew the secrets of the vampires--a familiarity hard-won in unwilling service to Don Simon Ysidro, oldest and most subtle of the hunters of the London night. What Asher didn\'t know was why one of England\'s established vampires would risk everything to travel across the European continent at the behest of a ruthless spymaster. But he could see the terrifying potential of such an unholy alliance... Views: 457
Do You Have a Secret Fantasy?Librarian Holly Bennett does. She's always longed for a happily ever after, just like in the books she reads to the children at story hour. After the tragic death of her fiancé, she thought her dreams were shattered. But then she meets the mysterious Craig Ford. And when she looks into his eyes, she senses an overwhelming connection...and barely contained passion.But Craig can't promise Holly a happy ending. In fact, he can't promise her anything. Because Craig has no memories of his previous life. And now, Holly faces a heartwarming dilemma. Can she count on Craig to make her fantasies come true--or will his past put an end to their future? Views: 454
SUMMARY:The year is 1945. In Europe, the Third Reich reigns triumphant. The Soviet Union is a fragment of its former self, and Britain has accepted a dictated armistice. In the Pacific, after a brief, sharp war with Japan, America is the only significant military presence. Now the world's two superpowers eye each other warily across an Atlantic Ocean that daily grows smaller. The Big Show is about to start... Who will win? The Americans with their formidable industrial base and superior logistical techniques - or the Germans with their science-fiction super weapons that turn out not to be fictional after all? Only one thing is certain: if America is beaten, this alternative Reich will last a thousand years.... Views: 454
Kaitlyn Fairchild and her four psychic friends nearly escape from the evil Mr. Zetes - until Gabriel defects to the Institute. Desperate to break the intimacy of their telepathic link, he becomes the enemy and hunter of Kaitlyn's group. Rob is determined to destroy Gabriel if he has to. . . but Kait can't let that happen. On her own, she leaves her friends and returns to the Institute, pretending to join Mr. Zetes. But when her reckless gamble goes wrong, will Gabriel save her - or betray her again? And when the final battle comes, will Kaitlyn choose Rob or Gabriel - light or darkness? Views: 450
Karen enjoys a fun-filled, action-packed trip to the ski slopes where she makes friends, overcomes her fear, and learns how to ski. Views: 448
This novel, described by the San Francisco Chronicle Book Review as "nothing short of miraculous," is the story of Zebra Wong, a Chinese girl whose pragmatic mind conflicts with her passionate heart; Lion Head, her classmate, whose penchant for romantic intrigue belies his political ambitions, and Katherine, the seductive American with the red lipstick and the wild laugh who teaches them English and other foreign concepts: individualism, sensuality, the Beatles. In Katherine's classroom, repression and rebellion meet head-on-and the consequences are both tragic and liberating. Views: 447
A noblewoman of frail beauty and exotic mystery fakes her own death to escape the gallows. And now she must flee. In disguise and under a false identity, she finds unexpected sanctuary in the arms of a handsome and arrogant yet gallant British lord—who must defy society to keep her safe . . . and overcome a tragic past to claim her as his own. Views: 445
Gil "The Arm" Hamilton was one of the top operatives of ARM, the elite UN plice force. His intuition was unfailingly accurate, his detective skills second to none, and his psychic powers -- esper sense and telekinesis -- were awesome. Now you can read all the classic stories of the legendary ARM operative, collected in one volume for the first time -- plus, an all-new, never-before-published Gil Hamilton adventure!
From the Paperback edition. Views: 445
Thomas Keneally, of Irish extraction, was brought up in Australia and still lives in Sydney. His novels include The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith, Confederates, which first led him to study nineteenth century American history. Schindler's Ark was later turne Views: 444
The bestselling author of Forrest Gump weaves together eyewitness accounts, journal entries, military communiques, and newspaper headlines with his own straightforward narrative to construct a meticulous recreation of the last days of the Civil War. Photos. Maps. Views: 442
At a sleepaway camp for the weekend, Nancy Drew searches for a lost camera. Views: 439
Single parent Nick DiMarco is out to prove something to himself and to the world. His ex-wife abandoned him and his two children to lead the life of a socialite. Now, Nick's working two jobs and attending law school. But when his daughter's counselor, Amanda Carson, tells him his child is suicidal, Nick must make difficult choices to save his family. Further complicating these issues are the feelings both Nick and Amanda, a woman too much like his ex, develop feelings for each other. In WHEN A MAN LOVES A WOMAN, Book 4, intense emotional scenes, a frightening look at teenage suicide and a love story that won't be suppressed all combine to make this a powerful, heart-wrenching drama.Don't miss all five books in the Lean On Me Series, heart-wrenching stories of teens in jeopardy and the adults who've dedicated their lives to helping them: PROMISES TO KEEP, MICHAEL'S FAMILY, TRUST IN ME, WHEN A MAN LOVES A WOMAN and A PRICE WORTH PAYING. Views: 433
Nancy must find the missing music tape before 3:00 on Sunday or else the ballet recital will be cancelled. Views: 426
