Sebastian Stark just isn’t cut out for normal life with a girlfriend in the hot and humid city of Miami. All in all, he’d rather be back on the island where it was just the two of them, and he could keep everything in balance. The bar down the street tempts him daily, but he’s determined to remain strong. Adjusting to normal life is difficult, but Bastian is doing his best to keep himself together and the nightmares away. Raine’s happy, and that’s what matters to him the most.
But not all nightmares can be driven away.
When Bastian’s former mentor comes into the picture and presents him with an ultimatum, Bastian slips into old habits. Though he wants to shield Raine from the truth, the shady circumstances of his past form into a hurricane he can’t control. In an effort to protect her, Bastian has no choice but to throw himself back into his old job – death match tournaments – just one last time.
Dropped into the arctic wilderness with weapons loaded, Bastian has to compete against representatives from major crime lords all over the states. He’s studied his competition, he knows their weaknesses, and he’s ready to battle for the woman he loves. There’s only one opponent in the mix that causes him any concern. In order to guarantee Raine’s safety, Bastian will be pitted against the key hit man for Chicago’s largest mob family – a guy who’s known as one hell of a shot.
A guy named Evan Arden. Views: 387
There may be life on other worlds... Will we ever find it? Will we destroy it in the process of looking?There may be life on other worlds. There may even be life on worlds close to our own. There are, without question, many unknown life forms right here on Earth, right now. Many of these are wiped out by our own actions long before they have the chance to be discovered.What secrets do they hold?There may be life forms on other worlds, maybe even on the moon. Will we find them, or will we trample over them like we have so many on our own world? Views: 386
When danger lies in the eye of the beholder, what happens when you reject its pull? Cora carries secrets her daughter can't know.Freya is frightened by what her mother leaves unsaid.Angel will only bury the past if it means putting her abusers into the ground. One act of violence sets the three women on a collision course, each desperate to find the truth. In a nail-biting thriller set between the scorched red soil of South Africa, the pitiless snowfields of Canada and the chilly lochsides of western Scotland, each woman must contend with the spectres of male violence, sexual abuse and the choices we each make to keep our souls. Views: 386
Niranjan, a software engineer goes to the USA to work at a client place and falls in love with an American girl, Jennifer. Niranjan tries all his ways to win Jennifer's heart before she agrees to become his friend to hang with. However, the lovers faces much resistance from Jennifer's brother, James while they go and see the places in the USA. A multi-cultural romantic story set in the USA.Niranjan, a software engineer from India goes to the USA to work for his client, General Electric. His friend and colleague, Venkatesh, picks him up from the Newark airport to his residence at Deer Creek Apartments, Princeton, New Jersey. On a weekend, Niranjan goes out for the dinner at TGI Friday’s with Venkatesh. He meets an American girl, Jennifer Coleman along with her friend Andrea.After a month, Venkatesh comes back to India. Niranjan is alone at New Jersey and looks for a companion to hang with during the weekends. Niranjan decides to call Jennifer. He tries hard to get Jennifer’s phone number based on her Beetle’s license plate number.Jennifer is reluctant to become a friend of Niranjan but later agrees for his earnest requests over phone to accompany him to the Princeton University. Niranjan buys a car with the help of Jennifer on the following weekend. He takes her to the Indian temple at Bridgewater and Atlantic City, New Jersey. James is an elder brother of Jenifer and he keeps a close watch on her friendship with Niranjan. He cautions her not to go out with strangers as she is already broken hearted with her boyfriend an year ago. Jennifer will not agree to James’ advice and she continue her friendship with Niranjan.Niranjan works hard at General Electric and impresses his client manager, Frank and his colleagues Daniel and Harris. Niranjan is appreciated for his hard work and sound technical skill by his peers at General Electric.Later, Niranjan takes Jennifer to New York City, Shenandoah Valley.James decides to speak with Niranjan and he meets him at his residence at Deer Creek Apartment. He cautions Niranjan not to continue his friendship with Jennifer.Jennifer consoles Niranjan and request him to ignore whatever her brother James has advised him. Meanwhile Jennifer takes her friend Andrea’s help to comfort James and convince to her family members that Niranjan is a nice gentleman.Niranjan visits Washington DC and Niagara Falls with Jennifer. They enjoy staying overnight in a hotel and develop an intimate relationship.When Niranjan is on the way to New Jersey from his visit to the Niagara Falls, he receives a call from India that his father is hospitalized for a heart ailment. His mother requests him over phone to come back to India as soon as possible.Niranjan loved his parents and he is the only son. Caught in the dilemma, Niranjan convinces Jennifer and his colleagues and decides to go back to India. Jennifer and his colleague send him off at the airport. Views: 386
One sexy, burned out billionaire. One spitfire graduate. One small island. Tycoon Connor MacKenzie has it all from the penthouse to the world-dominating corporation. At least that's what everyone believes. Underneath it all, his life is disintegrating faster than a stock market crash. When Connor's doctor forces him to take it easy and go deep into cottage country for some much needed R&R he lands on an old cottage veranda in Muskoka which lacks the luxuries he's accustomed to. Maya Summer, a recent business grad, has been waiting for opportunity to come a knockin' and not only has it arrived on her doorstep, but it's presented itself in a very sexy package. However, despite Maya's best advances and proposals, Connor's strict new "no-work diet" has them both starving for much more than than just business. Can Maya convince Connor to let her be his new right-hand business gal while gaining enough income to save her family's cottage? And will Connor, the... Views: 386
WORLD WAR ONE BOOK OF THE YEARIn a sweeping narrative, David Olusoga describes how Europe's Great War became the World's War - a multi-racial, multi-national struggle, fought in Africa and Asia as well as in Europe, which pulled in men and resources from across the globe.Throughout, he exposes the complex, shocking paraphernalia of the era's racial obsessions, which dictated which men would serve, how they would serve, and to what degree they would suffer. As vivid and moving as it is revelatory and authoritative.The World's War explores the experiences and sacrifices of 4 million non-European, non-white people whose stories have remained too long in the shadows. Views: 386
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface.We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Views: 386
When Erin adopts the Last Inn, she little realizes that she has to worry about more than just keeping the old wreck of an inn afloat.Erin Smith just wanted to get out of town, and raising money through the Last Inn seemed like a good first step. Problem is, the place is falling apart and the only person who's willing to help her is a stranger from out of town. Kota is helpful enough, but between his curse, a town full of secrets, and some very strange guests, the Last Inn may be more trouble than it's worth. Views: 386
Life aboard a generational ship isn't all its cracked up to be... as Population Prosperity Officer Russell is about to find out.THEY ARE NOT ALONE... Following the explosive events at the Portsmouth Museum of Historical Artifacts, the Beans find themselves with much to do. With mad scientists running amok and monsters on the loose, things have gotten slightly out of control. Hoping for answers, they embark on a journey of scientific inquiry and exploration, beginning their search at nearby Smuttynose Island. As so oftentimes happens for the Beans, however, things don’t exactly follow the intended plan. Soon enough, they become stranded on the island, confronted by a series of obstacles that challenge them on every level... and it doesn’t take long for them to realize Smuttynose might not be as deserted as they once believed. A mysterious figure moves among the shadows, attempting to foil their every move. An even more disturbing suspicion is that some THING might be on the island, as well... a thing that just might be beyond the Beans, despite their growing experience in the realms of weirdness. “The Green Beans” is a series of middle grade novels featuring elements of adventure, mystery, science fiction, and the paranormal. Recommended for ages 9-13 (and anybody who is still young at heart). Views: 386
A man with an ugly past is asked to do one last task to clear an old blood debt.But you can´t wash away blood with more blood; you can't bury the past, but it may just bury you...Inventor Theo Duval appeared to be having the perfect life. A locked room with the only key in the decedent’s pocket, a book on hypnotism, and one very rich and very dead inventor, present Inspector Gilles Maintenon of the Surete with a problem. Why would a young, healthy, successful man, one with a beautiful fiance, and a thriving company ever want to kill himself?Mystery lovers will also enjoy 'Redemption: an Inspector Gilles Maintenon mystery,' and 'Blessed Are the Humble' as well as The Handbag's Tale, the original noir novella that inspired the series. Available at most major online retailers. Views: 386
Rowen Smithe doesn't do friends. They are too much trouble and he'd prefer to focus his attentions elsewhere, like the unusual lights in the west or smoke patterns in the east. Mick Rutger is a happy-go-lucky type that in fascinated by Rowen's interesting personality, and would very much like to be his friend...Rowen Smithe doesn't do friends. They require time and effort, both better spent protecting the woods surrounding his Mountain Shadows home. Lights in the west, smoke patterns in the east, and now a shiny glint deep in the forest. Someone needed to do something.Mick Rutger rarely met a challenge he wouldn't chase, but the drop-dead gorgeous man next door gives a whole new meaning to crazy when he spends hours in a tree just...watching? When his charming words have no effect, Mick has no choice if he wants to crack this nut. He follows the mysterious Rowe on a middle of the night hike, only to be caught before the chase can even begin. Views: 386
