Almost twenty years have passed since Anthony Galton disappeared, along with a suspiciously streetwise bride and several thousand dollars of his family's fortune. Now Anthony's mother wants him back and has hired Lew Archer to find him. What turns up is a headless skeleton, a boy who claims to be Galton's son, and a con game whose stakes are so high that someone is still willing to kill for them. Devious and poetic, The Galton Case displays MacDonald at the pinnacle of his form.From the Trade Paperback edition. Views: 23
"Alex Miller is a criminal defense attorney and, at thirty-five, the youngest partner in one of the most powerful law firms in New York City. He's a man at the top of his game with the life he's always dreamed of. Then, at his father's funeral, Alex meets a mysterious and nearly mythic figure in Miller family history-who presents Alex with a surprising request: to represent him in a high-profile criminal investigation. As Alex gets involved and the facts come out, shocking secrets are revealed that threaten everything Alex believes in-about the law, his family, and himself" -- Cover verso. Views: 23
A humorous way to show kids that being different can be a lot of fun! How would you feel if one morning you woke up with a big-eared, wet-nosed bunny on your head? Would you be surprised? And what would you do if you learned the bunny's name was Fred? And he liked it there on top of your head? You'd be different from your friends, who have nothing on their heads, but hey! That's okay too. This charming fun-filled book about a boy and special friend will delight young readers and enchant their parents as well. Views: 23
ReviewPraise for HALO:A New York Times Bestseller “Teenage author Adornetto’s U.S. debut shows an impressive command of language... The fantasy is sweet and enjoyable.” – Publishers Weekly“These angels are the optimistic, hope-filled cousins of the tormented fallen angels in other paranormal romances . . . . Xavier is gorgeous, honorable and so protective of Bethany that you’ll be crushing on him after the first chapter.” –_Justine _magazine “The 17-year-old author’s angel mythology is solid . . . there never seem to be enough lengthy tomes to satisfy the legions of paranormal-romance fans, and this first title of a planned trilogy fits the bill.” –_Booklist_“This is the IT book of the year in my opinion.” –_Moonlight Book Reviews_ blog “I can now say I have a character crush on Xavier . . . . Teen romance fans will lap this one up like melted chocolate.” –_YA Addict_ blog “I thought Halo was very well-written and was very impressed to learn that the author is only seventeen years old!” –_The Book Vault_ blog “I absolutely loved this book. Absolutely. Loved. It.” –_The Ninja Librarian_ blog “Halo is an excellent book that makes you think about angels and their role on Earth.” –_Chick Loves Lit_ blog “Often, I found myself closing my eyes, picturing the exact moment, feeling as though I could reach out to Bethany or grab Xavier in a sweet embrace . . . . A daringly palpable story that's rich with beautiful and raw details, Halo is addictive, passionate and coarse with vibrancy.” –Book-crazy.comProduct DescriptionHeaven Help Her. Bethany Church is an angel sent to Earth to keep dark forces at bay. Falling in love was never part of her mission, but the bond between Beth and her mortal boyfriend, Xavier Woods, is undeniably strong. But even Xavier’s love, and the care of her archangel siblings, Gabriel and Ivy, can’t keep Beth from being tricked into a motorcycle ride that ends up in Hell. There, the demon Jake Thorn bargains for Beth’s release back to Earth. But what he asks of her will destroy her, and quite possibly, her loved ones, as well. The story that Alexandra Adornetto built in her New York Times-bestselling debut, Halo, comes alive in action-packed and unexpected ways, as angels battle demons, and the power of love is put to the test. Views: 23
Robert Pepper-Smith's graceful follow-up to The Wheel Keeper follows the friendship between teenagers Rose and Lacey and their search for self-confidence, acceptance, and love in a small village in south-eastern British Columbia. When Rose becomes pregnant, the childless Giacomo family, whose wealth is well-known in the community, offers to adopt the child. As Rose wrestles with the decision to give up her baby, Lacey recounts her efforts to help her friend. With gentle humour and righteous anger, she faces the destructive forces of greed and realizes her own capacity for courage and love. Views: 23
When a prominent family is murdered and their teenage daughter is nowhere to be found, Mack Bolan knows something is shady in Quincyville, Kansas. His plan had been to pass through while seeking a little downtime. But now he's not leaving until he finds out what evil has the town in its grip.After a soft probe, Bolan discovers that an industrial meth lab is functioning under the guise of a pharmaceutical company. A Mexican drug lord has taken control of the Midwest town and the local police are on the organization's payroll. The residents are too terrified to speak up. With the life of a young woman at stake, the time for defense is over. The Executioner decides to shut down the lab...and clean up the town for good. Views: 23
Secrets, rivalry, glamour - it's time for the party of the year...Delilah has lived out her tempestuous marriage to hell-raiser Raf in the glare of the media spotlight. Now planning a milestone birthday, she has more on her mind than invitations. Raf has been offered a part in a movie he can't refuse. But will he succumb to the temptations he's struggled to resist for the last ten years? Delilah's three daughters are building careers of their own, only too aware that the press are waiting for them to slip up. For the Rafferty girls might look like angels, but they are only human. It's the perfect recipe for a party like no other...Review'Dramatic, addictive and rather steamy!' CLOSER 'Deliciously frothy' PETERBOROUGH EVENING TELEGRAPH 'A fast-paced gossipy read, set in glamorous locations, with sumptuous descriptions and lively dialogue.' TELEGRAPH & ARGUS About the AuthorVeronica Henry has worked as a scriptwriter for The Archers, Heartbeat and Holby City amongst many others, before turning to fiction. Her fourth novel, AN ELIGIBLE BACHELOR, was shortlisted for the RNA Novel of the Year Award. Veronica lives with her family in a village in North Devon, where she has recently learnt to surf. Views: 23
The rock of Aegis… Deception and lies abound on the peaceful planet of Heruun, protected from the Wraith for generations by their mysterious guardian — the Aegis. But with the planet falling victim to an incurable wasting sickness, and two of Colonel Sheppard’s team going missing, the secrets of the Aegis must be revealed. The shocking truth threatens to tear Herunn society apart, bringing down upon them the scourge of the Wraith. Yet even with a Hive ship poised to attack there is much more at stake than the fate of one small planet. For the Aegis conceals a threat so catastrophic that the Atlantis team must risk everything to eliminate it from the Pegasus galaxy... Views: 23
