Since the launch of the Afghanistan and Iraq wars--now the longest wars in American history--the US military has struggled to recruit troops. It has responded, as Matt Kennard's explosive investigative report makes clear, by opening its doors to neo-Nazis, white supremacists, gang members, criminals of all stripes, the overweight, and the mentally ill. Based on several years of reporting, Irregular Army includes extensive interviews with extremist veterans and leaders of far-right hate groups--who spoke openly of their eagerness to have their followers acquire military training for a coming domestic race war. As a report commissioned by the Department of Defense itself put it, "Effectively, the military has a 'don't ask, don't tell' policy pertaining to extremism."Irregular Army connects some of the War on Terror's worst crimes to this opening-up of the US military. With millions of veterans now back in the US and domestic extremism on the rise, Kennard's... Views: 19
When she returns to a place with happy childhood memories, Shona finds the heart never forgets its first love . . . and for her that first love was Felix Langholme.When she accepts a new job in Scotland after the death of her father, Shona doesn't really expect to meet Felix again, but there he is. Neither does she expect the rivalry between Felix and her new employer, Jack, to be so bitter or to run so deep. Then there's Tamsin, Felix's troubled teenage daughter, and Ingrid, Jack's unfriendly secretary: between them they bring even more problems to Shona's life.Although her heart is sure it's back where it belongs, her head is wondering whether it was a good idea to revisit the past . . . Views: 19
Felicity is a girl with two different sides to her character, each leading two very separate lives. There's Fizz - wild child, drummer in a retro punk band, and car thief. And then there's Felicity - a quiet, polite, and ultra efficient office worker. But as her attractive, controlling boss takes an interest in her, she finds it hard to keep the two parts of her life separate. Will being with Stephen mean choosing between personas and sacrificing so much of her life? But then, it also appears that Stephen has some very peculiar and addictive ideas about intimacy himself. Views: 19
Nineteen years ago, Indiana police found the body of a young girl, burned beyond recognition and buried in the woods. They arrested George Calhoun for murdering his daughter, and his wife testified against him at the trial. George maintains he didn’t do it. That the body isn’t his little Angelina. But that’s all he’s ever said—no other defense, no other explanation. The jury convicted him. Now his appeals have been exhausted, and his execution is just six weeks away. Dani Trumball, an attorney for the Help Innocent Prisoners Project, wants to believe him. After all, there was no forensic evidence to prove that the body in the woods was George’s daughter. But if the girl isn’t Angelina, then who is it? And what happened to the Calhouns’ missing daughter? Despite the odds, the questions push Dani to take the case. For nineteen years, George Calhoun has stayed silent. But he’s ready to talk, and if the story he tells Dani is true, it changes everything. Review"Unintended Consequences is an engrossing, well conceived legal thriller. Most enjoyable." - Scott Turow, NY Times bestselling author of Presumed Innocent & Innocent "This one will grab you by the neck from the very first page!" - Steve Hamilton, Edgar Award-winning author of Die A Sranger Review"Unintended Consequences is an engrossing, well conceived legal thriller. Most enjoyable." - Scott Turow, NY Times bestselling author of Presumed Innocent & Innocent "This one will grab you by the neck from the very first page!" - Steve Hamilton, Edgar Award-winning author of Die A Sranger Views: 19
Werewolf Vonda Diaz has sworn off men, until she meets sexy rancher, Tom McGowan. Try as she might there is something about him she can't ignore. Determined to keep their relationship professional she finds herself unable to keep her distance. Since his wife died, Tom has no interest in dating, but one look at Vonda and passion ignites. There is something different about her that draws him in. What he can't understand is why his dog finds her so fascinating. When Tom's daughter is kidnapped, the two join forces to save her, not realizing the quest will unlock hidden mysteries. Will their budding love survive the secrets they discover or will those secrets tear them apart? Views: 19
When an intriguing man rescues her from an embarrassing situation, Dimity has no intention of letting anything develop from the encounter. After all, she doesn’t have room in her life for a permanent relationship – no matter how tempting the prospect. Josh feels the same. Commitment is not his scene, and the impulse that compels him to play Good Samaritan to this apparently oddball female is just a momentary glitch in his orderly routine – or so he tells himself. In fact, they’re so absorbed in trying not to be attracted to each other that they soon can’t think of anything else. At first they don’t even notice the danger lurking in the background . . . Views: 19
Chinese Ghost Stories is selection of the most entertaining traditional Chinese tales of the strange and fantastic. The perfect companion for readers seeking insights into the traditional Chinese world of ghosts, goblins and demons as well as anyone who just wants to feel a chill run down their spine on a dark, lonely night. Views: 19
Home Sweet Home?To heal the wounds left by a broken marriage and the death of her beloved stepson, Libby Kincaid returned to the ranch where she grew up. But instead of the solace she craved, she found Jess Barlowe--sexy, alluring...and mad as hell.For years Jess had been her constant opponent, and now malicious rumors tarnishing her reputation seemed only to enrage him further. But soon these adversarial sparks ignited into a fire of passion, and Jess wouldn't stop until he made her his bride. Unfortunately, Libby knew all too well that being married to a man was no guarantee of his trust...or his love.Look for more captivating titles from #1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller! Big Sky River is available now from Harlequin HQN. And don't miss The Man from Stone Creek! Views: 19
It has been fifty years since the first Harvest. Hideous creatures, lethal and lightning-fast, were sown into the beds of Earth's oceans eons ago. Now every year, in service to a mad god, they rise from the depths and hunt humans. Man hides underground in fear of the Harvesters. But he is also sought by other predators: the robots that for years were his companions are now driven to exterminate him in a warped mission of mercy. In a race against time, a group of humans cross the United States in a desperate plot to destroy the Harvesters before the next cycle. As if psychotic robots, lobotomized cops and flesh-eating nomads weren't enough of a challenge, they may just invoke the wrath of the ancient god itself... "The illicit love child of Lovecraft and Asimov. Never have my concepts of horror and disturbia been pushed so far. Dunwoody has done it again!" --Benjamin Rogers, Author of FAITH & THE UNDEAD "Dunwoody has proven once again why he is the post-apocalyptic master. His plot is tight, the characters are intriguing, and his writing hits the mark every time. THE HARVEST CYCLE will easily be remembered as one of the best books of the year." --William Todd Rose, author of THE SEVEN HABITS OF HIGHLY INFECTIVE PEOPLE "A respectful and unique nod to H.P. Lovecraft told by a young master storyteller. Dunwoody creates a dark apocalyptic future that is equal parts high octane action and violent well timed horror that will draw you in, terrify the hell out of you, and then leave you breathless and wanting more." --Jonathan Moon, author of HEINOUS "Dave Dunwoody makes me jealous. He has more clever ideas in one book than most manage in a career. THE HARVEST CYCLE is so full of smart and scary stuff that it leaves you spent and shaken." --Robert R. Best, author of the MEMORIAL TRILOGY Views: 19
An enthralling novelette by Boris Pasternak, the author of Dr. Zhivago, The Adolescence of Zhenya Luvers explores how a thirteen-year-old girl ceases to be a child and becomes a woman in Russia just before the Communist Revolution. The story examines the world through the reminiscences of a young girl and explores such themes as nature and how we are able to shape the world around us by how we perceive it. The novelette gives readers a prime example of Pasternak's signature style and use of poetics, imagery, and lyricism in prose. The Adolescence of Zhenya Luvers is one of Pasternak's very first stories, and it originally appeared in a collection by the same name, published in 1925. Views: 19
A gripping tale of a woman caught between two worlds, The Thompson Gunner is a compelling novel of self-discovery that will intrigue, surprise and linger well after the last page.Australian comedian Meg Riddoch has made it to the Big Time. She's an icon to her fans, a darling of the media, schmoozed by television networks and an A-list guest at festivals abroad.She's a month and three countries into her current tour, a week away from home in Brisbane - though what exactly 'home' means is problematic these days.On a flight between gigs, a recurring dream raises disturbing questions. It's Northern Ireland Meg can't escape - a secret life in another time, a life of lies, pacts and forbidden alliances.Haunting flashbacks provide clues to a past long ago buried. Then there's her relationship with Murray and where it went wrong.Out of the spotlight and beneath the punchlines, Meg discovers that memory will find a way to break the surface... Views: 19
