General Sir Harry Smith won the lifelong respect and affection of the Duke of Wellington. Famously married to the Spanish beauty, Juana, after the siege of Badajoz in 1812, they served together to the end of the Peninsula war. With the French defeated, Harry left with the British expedition to America in 1814, and witnessed the burning of the White House. The fiery Admiral Cochrane raged bitterly “I am sorry you left a house standing in Washington – depend on it, it is a mistaken mercy”. Later, Harry joined Wellington's brother-in-law, Ned Pakenham, in the invasion of Louisiana. On 8 January 1815, they attacked General Jackson's well prepared positions protecting New Orleans. A resounding defeat for the British, in which Pakenham was killed, it fell to Harry to take part in the surrender to General Jackson, and then to convey the dismal news to London. Approaching England, he heard the dramatic news of Napoleon's escape, which led to Harry and Juana's... Views: 503
Cheeky young grizzly bear, Wesley, wants nothing more than to get out of his cage at the zoo.But when he gets his chance, he realises that the outside world is a lot more dangerous and not quite as much fun as he expected.Cheeky young grizzly bear, Wesley, wants nothing more than to get out of his cage at the zoo.But when he gets his chance, he realises that the outside world is a lot more dangerous and not quite as much fun as he expected.'Wesley Bear Escapes From The Zoo' is an exciting and fast-moving adventure tale that parents will enjoy reading to younger children, and older children will enjoy reading themselves. Views: 503
Sometimes doing a good deed can prove to be a disaster, Ena, dragon shifter fae, discovers as she must flee her home. But her staff chooses to go with her and deal with the dangers to reach the safety of the hawk fae kingdom, if the king there welcomes them. The human, Brett, promises to help her escape the marriage to the despicable dragon fae prince, rather than return home to his Earth world. And now all the dragon shifter fae are at risk of having to face the dragon fae king's wrath.
Esmeralda, the hawk fae king's sister has been imprisoned by the griffin on their island for half of her life and she finally makes her escape, only she gets herself into even more trouble.
Against her wishes, Ena must forsake Brett on the journey, and he finds his world is turned upside down once again and now he has to survive the life or death trials of the phantom fae kingdom. Views: 503
Everyone wants to be someone in college. From the hoop dreamers, to those calling themselves musicians, even down to the double majors, they all try to impress someone. Everyone wants to be someone, but everyone's not like them. Them? They were different. The moonlight turned them into something else. They thought they were the only ones.That was until they met them...Everyone wants to be someone in college. From the hoop dreamers, to those calling themselves musicians, even down to the double majors, they all try to impress someone. Everyone wants to be someone, but everyone's not like them. Them? They were different. The moonlight turned them into something else. They thought they were the only ones.That was until they met them. Omega Omega Psi Fraternity Incorporated. The most pompous, arrogant, chauvinist, most hated group of Alphas on campus. Either you tried to become one, or you accepted you would never measure up. And them? They wanted to be them. They wanted to be Alphas. The only problem? There can only be one in every pack... Views: 502
Perhaps the fastest moving story ever written, "Teck Infection" is an experimental short story exploring meta-time and hyper-technology. In little more than 7300 words, "Teck Infection" moves from a thirty-mile hike in the swamplands to the rebirth of the Multiverse.Perhaps the fastest moving story ever written, "Teck Infection" is an experimental short story exploring meta-time and hyper-technology. In little more than 7300 words, "Teck Infection" moves from a thirty-mile hike in the swamplands to the rebirth of the Multiverse. Follow Archie as he becomes infected by a parasitic red nematode on his hike, realizes that the parasitic nematode actually imparts some new abilities upon him - rapid healing, telepathy, telekinesis – and learns to take advantage of the infection. The power bestowed upon Archie by the infection incites drastic shifts to the world order, the structure of the solar system, all the way to the very configuration of the Multiverse. Exploring our relationship with power and technology, "Teck Infection" will completely redefine your perception of self, the role of technology in social progress, and the freedom of choice. Views: 502
A chronicle of Rusty's rebellious, eventful progression into manhood. Rusty, having run away from his guardian's home, is now trying to define his identity as he liveswith the Kapoor family, tutoring their son Kishen and occupying the room on the roof. Soon, he becomes close to Kishen and, in the company of Meena Kapoor, begins to come into his own as an individual. Then tragedy strikes—Meena's death evastates Rusty, and he leaves Dehra. Rusty and Kishen take to the open road, and their adventures accumulate as they tramp through the Doon valley and the Garhwal hills. Full of incident as well as introspection, this is a book older children will thoroughly enjoy. Views: 502
Mark Bird, a man on the cutting edge of technology, has just had a procedure done that will change his life. But when he get's a neural interface that connects his brain permanently to the internet he realizes just how disconnected he has become.Mark Bird has always wanted to connect his brain to the internet, and when the chance comes he jumps at the chance but soon realizes that his "always-on" connectivity is much more trouble then its worth. Views: 502
The members of the Unblocked Writers Group were challenged to write their best fictional murder story in flash-fiction format.The result: 'Dis-Membered: They Had it Coming'When an online writing group full of sick and twisted people, decide to take on the subject of murder… this is what happens.‘The Unblocked Writers Group’ was started on facebook in 2010. On most days, they are content with the usual activities—sharing writing tips, posting excerpts of their current projects, hi-jacking posts with what they believe to be witty commentary and generally finding newer and more creative ways to drive each other nuts. However, once they were challenged to create their best fictional murder story in flash-fiction format, all hell broke loose.‘Dis-Membered’ is a collection of short narratives from 12 writers with one mission: crafting the untimely and gruesome demise of whoever they felt had it coming. With tactics ranging from subtle acts of deceit and trickery to raw and savage depravity, they combined to leave a trail of bodies on the page. In the end, no one was safe from their wrath—not even their fellow group members. Views: 502
Can love prevail? Greece works to rebuild after the Persian invasion, her people struggle to rebuild a new life. But not all have peace. The warrior Ariston and young Spiridion struggle with their new life in Athens, missing those they lost. And Thea? Thea honors the final promise she made to her beloved mistress... Medusa.Can love prevail?Greece works to rebuild after the Persian invasion, her people struggle to rebuild a new life. But not all have peace.The people of Athens look to Ariston of Rhoads for guidance, yet his heart is heavy. He lives and breathes, in agony—clinging to memories of his cherished lost wife. He’s done what she asked of him, but finds no purpose now that she’s gone.Young Spiridion grows strong and hearty, but he’s haunted. A secret presses upon Spiridion day and night. A secret that would doubtless send Ariston back to Hades, robbing the boy of the man he now calls father. And Thea? Thea honors the final promise she made to her most beloved mistress… Medusa. Views: 502
An FBI profiler and Scotland Yard inspector track a modern-day Jack the Ripper copycat in this "chilling . . . wonderful thriller" with a romantic twist (Heather Graham, New York Times–bestselling author of Echoes of Evil). On vacation in England, American FBI profiler Victoria Thomas attends a lecture focusing on Jack the Ripper, and soon finds herself plunged into the investigation of a brand-new string of murders with a distinctly copycat feel to them. Joining the lecturer, Scotland Yard Inspector Jonathan Blake, Victoria can't help but relive the butchery of her sister's brutal slaying years earlier. But as the detectives close in on a diabolical killer, the irresistible attraction between them takes them both by surprise. Will they unmask the murderer in time to save the future they could have together? Or will Victoria be the next victim? "An inspired take on the mystery of the elusive Ripper." —Publishers... Views: 502
Growing up in the '60s and '70s as the youngest daughters in a family of fourteen, the sisters Iris and Lily struggle to survive in the chaotic Capotosti household. The rage of their hot-blooded Italian-American father, the demands and dictates of the Catholic church, the abuse and intimidation meted out by half a dozen domineering brothers, and the oppression of poverty pave their lives, forcing them to tackle physical and emotional feats beyond their comprehension and power.
During childhood, Iris and Lily lock arms to care for and protect one another, but as they grow, outside forces begin to drive a wedge between them. The blatant favoritism of an aunt, the shame of sexual abuse, socioeconomic shifts, and the eruption of the women’s movement become the catalysts that transform their childhood camaraderie into conflict and their affection into alienation.
Desperate for love, validation, physical care, and freedom they each run headlong into marriage when they are barely out of their teens. When Iris’ marriage transplants her to Italy, the physical and the emotional distance between the young women seems irreconcilable. Each time the sisters are reunited to celebrate a holiday or grieve the death of a family member, the unresolved conflicts resurface to confront them, challenging their perceptions of the past and the devotion they once knew.
Through their alternating voices and points of view, the two sisters Iris and Lily draw readers into their personal sagas within the Capotosti family relationships, making them relive the romance and expectations of young love, the disappointing realities of adulthood, and the complex dynamics at play between siblings with indomitable spirits who, despite their differences, share a deep sisterly love.
But is the love between two sisters strong enough to survive the truth they have avoided for so long? Can the deeply ingrained dynamic that governs their relationship – and their destinies – be altered?
Praised as "beyond excellent", "raw, real and slightly unnerving", "delightful, touching, deep and wise", this three-book series about two sisters is a compelling work of contemporary classic literature, a coming of age novel "you won't want to end".
The ebook edition contains all three books in the series. A paperback edition is available for each separate book of the "Iris & Lily" series, as Book One, Book Two and Book Three. Views: 502
At first, Willy was stoic when the doctor told him that he had pancreatic cancer and only six months left to live. But Willy rebelled against his own mind and philosophy, and he made a decision; With the time left to him he would do what he had spent a lifetime denying – he would have some fun! With that thought in his mind Willy's Bucket List was created.William J. Demeter received the news of his death with the same stoicism that he demonstrated in all areas of his life. When the doctor told him that he had pancreatic cancer he accepted it with stoic resolve, and when the doctor told him he had only six months left to live he accepted that news the same way. It was only after rereading Voltaire's Candide that doubts started to creep in. The question hadn't crossed his mind in many years, in fact it had laid long buried in his subconscious for most of his adult life, but the genie had been re-released and could not be put back into the bottle with any success - “if God is both All-powerful and Good, why is there evil in the world? As Voltaire had railed against Pope's “Clear truth that what is, is right” and Leibnitz’s belief that “this was the best of all possible worlds” Willy now rebelled against his own mind and philosophy, and he made a decision.With the time left to him he would do what he had spent a lifetime denying – he would have some fun! With that thought in his mind Willy's Bucket List was created. “If I am going to die soon then what is the point of denying myself anything that would make that time more pleasant?” Views: 502
Extraordinary, crazy, mad, completely BONKERS short stories by Gerrard T Wilson. Some people call me the new Roald Dahl. I don't care WHAT you call me as long as you enjoy reading my stories.A selection of Extraordinary Tales by Gerrard T Wilson. Some people call me the new Roald Dahl. I don't care WHAT you call me as long as you enjoy reading my stories. Views: 502
As the Professor's assistant, it was my duty to perform whatever tasks he laid out for me, and so it was until he took me on my first investigation at a run-down house in South Entrance. The house at Grosvenor Lane showed me a view of the world beyond that exists with or without my blessing. My investigations also revealed that Paranormology is anything but straightforward.As the Professor's assistant, it was my duty to perform whatever tasks he laid out for me. It was a simple enough arrangement, until he took me on my first investigation at a run-down house in South Entrance. The house at Grosvenor Lane showed me a brief glimpse of the world beyond, a world that exists with or without my blessing. But my investigations also revealed that the application of science to an ethereal plane is anything but straightforward.This is the first book of the Paranormology series. Views: 501
