When a brutal double-murder takes place on Virginia's 23-mile-long Colonial Parkway it puts the FBI's magnifying glass squarely on Shay Eliot, an ex-police officer. Her alibi comes from an unlikely source-a young woman who has been stalking her.Talia Lisher and her family have a history of lying about anything and everything. Her father is dead, her mother has gone on a quest to start a new life, and her brother is in prison.Talia sets her sights on Shay. She starts watching Shay, waiting for just the right circumstances and courage to talk to her. Shay tries to keep her distance from Talia, but once she gets to know the younger woman, she can't keep feelings from developing.Talia might be watching Shay, but someone in a dark van is watching Talia. This is a story about community, and how it comes together in dangerous and devastating times. Will Talia and Shay find the answers they need to the mystery of the murders on the parkway, or will justice be elusive? Will they survive their quest for the truth?A sensational novel inspired by a true event! Views: 599
One of Russia's most renowned literary figures and a Man Booker International Prize nominee, Ludmila Ulitskaya presents what may be her final novel. Jacob's Ladder is a family saga spanning a century of recent Russian history—and represents the summation of the author's career, devoted to sharing the absurd and tragic tales of twentieth-century life in her nation. Jumping between the diaries and letters of Jacob Ossetsky in Kiev in the early 1900s and the experiences of his granddaughter Nora in the theatrical world of Moscow in the 1970s and beyond, Jacob's Ladder guides the reader through some of the most turbulent times in the history of Russia and Ukraine, and draws suggestive parallels between historical events of the early twentieth century and those of more recent memory. From the seeming promise of the prerevolutionary years, to the dark Stalinist era, to the corruption and confusion of the present day, Jacob's Ladder is a... Views: 599
Immortality is at hand, but elves don’t want to share their blessings. What happens when human soldiers find the Sacred Garden and its magical apples?Find out in this short story, which narrates the bleakest memory of Elvish history.The event is mentioned in the novel “Trusting Darkness”, where you’ll meet again Harold Svarthar, the Sorrowful Prince.This e-book also contains the first chapterImmortality is at hand, but elves don’t want to share their blessings. What happens when human soldiers find the Sacred Garden and its magical apples?Find out in this short story, which narrates the bleakest memory of Elvish history.The event is mentioned in the novel “Trusting Darkness”, where you’ll meet again Harold Svarthar, the Sorrowful Prince.This e-book also contains the first chapter of the dystopian/sci-fi novel “Trusting Darkness”. Views: 599
Liphar on Literature, Photography and Art It is 2015 , do you know where your mind has been? I hope so, because Liphar Magazine has been traversing with a mix of stimulating material in this energized issue.Liphar on Literature, Photography and Art It is 2015 , do you know where your mind has been? I hope so, because Liphar Magazine has been traversing with a mix of stimulating material in this energized issue. Articles The Teminator: Greatest Love Story Ever ToldThe Big LieWe Need to Create a Storm, America!Edgar Cayce's Earliest Psychic ReadingsThe Power of NamesTogetherStories Chasing a LeadNothing ManThe God Of The DonkeysA Question of BalanceThe OrphanPoisonedBy the likes of these authorsMatthew James DodsonGraeme StirlingEden LanglandsKatie Mettner Steven W. WiseJames Bryron LoveDoug SimpsonRebecca L. FrenclMalobi SinhaM. El-OmahaLori SchaferMalobi SinhaSimply a wow issue get yours copy now Views: 598
Soulmates, pawns of prophecy and inheritors of an ancient conflict, Richard and Kahlan's destinies have been bound together since their first encounter in Wizard's First Rule. But now Richard lies on a funeral bier - suspended between the worlds of life and death and Kahlan faces her greatest challenge. She must fight for Richard's very existence, and Richard, trapped in the underworld, must fight to keep the world of life from ending. Desperate sacrifices are required. This is the final battle in a war three-millennia old, a war that saw the Sword of Truth forged, a war that could mean the end, not only of their lives, but of their world. Views: 598
**This book is a Prequel Novella to the Possum Creek series. It was previously published as "Long Dead".**MISSING PERSONS ALERT Casey Black Age:13 Eyes: Brown Hair: Brown Height: 5'2 Weight: 137 lbs Casey was last seen leaving Possum Creek Middle School. She was wearing a pink t-shirt and blue jeans at the time of her disappearance. If you have seen Casey, please contact 890-5569. A $1,000 reward is being offered for any information about her whereabouts. The day Casey Black disappeared is a day that will haunt David Breedlove's nightmares forever. He never dreamed that a little bit of reckless fun could have fatal consequences. He never imagined that his desire to protect the people he cares about the most had the potential to turn him into a monster. Views: 598
A peregrine falcon in Ras al Khaimah, a back swan in New Zealand, an ostrich, a crow and a few other birds share with us their fascinating tales of adventure. From their evolution to their possible extinction, they trace their past, describe their present and dream of their future. Their special relationship with homo sapiens forms the core of each tale.Each of the 9 short stories in this book is narrated by a different bird and the message of conservation forms a common thread. The earth is their home too and humans are their co-tenants, yet the march of modernity threatens the survival of one and all. As these humble creatures tell their stories, they cry out to us to stop and think for a moment.... Views: 598
Bread to the Wise is Book I of The Libertine trilogy. Robert Gattling falls in love with Mary Clare Morrison, but won’t woo her because he’s lost his mojo after accidentally killing a man. Mary Clare, on her way up from the pit of despair, decides to woo him. But she is used to the good life provided by sugar daddy V. M. Meany. Meany goes after Gattling. Gattling fights back. Who will win?Bread to the Wise is Book I of The Libertine trilogy. In 1964 Robert Gattling is an assistant vice-president at a prestigious university, a wunderkind. By 1972 he’s a janitor. Bad things end a life-long lucky streak. He begins recovering his mojo when a mentor, Jake Pritchett, urges him to woo beautiful, classy Mary Clare Morrison. Obstacles impede the way to true love. He’s used to easy conquests of women who attract him. He has lost the self-confidence to approach a serious relationship with someone like Mary Clare. She too has a mentor, real estate tycoon and political king-maker V. M. Meany, who rescued her from drugs and a degrading relationship and now keeps her in a penthouse apartment. Gattling and Meany battle it out. Jake gets involved and ends up shot by a Meany hired thug. When Meany threatens to rip Gattling’s face off, Mary Clare shoots him. Jake dies, Meany survives. It’s like the bad things that interrupted Gattling’s lucky streak come back to haunt him. Is ardent love enough to bring him back from the depths? It has worked magic on Mary Clare, but will she wait patiently for her lover to lay his ghosts and face life in a loving relationship? Tune in. Views: 598
Isis can control her dreams. Or she could, until recently. The creature in her nightmares has been haunting her for months. As if being dumped wasn’t bad enough, now she dreads going to sleep. She decides to confront the creature and win back some of her peace; only, she finds that he’s not a monster and he’s not a dream.Isis can control her dreams. Or she could—until recently. The creature in her nightmares has been haunting her for months. As if being dumped wasn't bad enough, now she dreads going to sleep. She decides to confront the creature and win back some of her peace; only, she finds that he's not a monster and he's not a dream. A sacrifice for love, a shocking discovery and a jealous ex-boyfriend blur the lines between reality and dreams, making it hard to tell who the real monsters are.Who would've known...that sometimes love is lethal? Views: 598
An irresistible bind-up edition of two fabulously fun, wonderfully witty adventure mysteries, from the bestselling author of the No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency series, Alexander McCall Smith, and with amazing illustrations by Kate Hindley throughout.
Popcorn Pirates
The greediest gang of grub-guzzling pirates ever to sail the high seas is after the Popcorn Islands' harvest. Can Lucy, Hermione and Sam stop them?
The Bubblegum Tree
The secret ingredient for Gopal's Best Pink Bubblegum has not been delivered for two months. Billy, Nicola and Mr Gopal are off to the jungle in a flying boat to solve the baffling mystery ... Views: 598
Olivia Sealy was two years old when she was kidnapped and her parents murdered. No suspects. No arrests. Decades later, Olivia's past comes back to haunt her when a child's skeleton is discovered in a hidden wall—a child with whom Olivia shares a unique family trait.With the help of Detective Trey Bonney, Olivia is pulled deeper into the mystery and into the rekindling of her love for Trey as she tries to connect the events of her past and present, and in the process find out who she really is. Will the vengeful killer be caught? Or will the secrets remain buried for good...First published in 2005 under the name Dinah McCall, Bloodlines is still a fan favorite for lovers of romantic suspense novels. Views: 598
An almost national boxing champion turned alcoholic in a dead-end job finds a sudden inspiration one day at work. His ensuing choices are wise at first, but circumstances are aligning that will suck him into the country's burgeoning drug trade.Richard Franklin Simmers, better known as Righty Rick, once had the world by a string. His vicious, unstoppable body blows in the ring had made more than one opponent look like a mouse fleeing an alley cat. The national championship was on its way, and Righty was understandably expected to trounce his hapless competitor and achieve wealth and fame at an early age.Fate had other ideas, and an untimely wrist injury cost him the match. His explosive reaction cost him his career.Never having been the bookish type, Righty took his place amongst the town’s hardworking folk at the lumberyard, working hellish hours under a hot sun by day and soaking his parched throat with beer and whiskey by night. Though he occasionally polished his knuckles on any bar patron foolish enough to doubt the veracity of his once-legendary skills, his glory days had vanished before they ever fully materialized.A decade later, a bolt of inspiration and self-disgust catch him off guard at work one day, and he forms an iron determination to somehow do something great with what is left of his life.Not long after, he crosses paths with a new substance that has hit Selegania’s store shelves: Smokeless Green. Infinitely more powerful than coffee, a quick sniff gives its user unspeakable energy and concentration.Having recently hopped on the wagon, Righty is leery of trading serfdom to booze for slavery to powder. But though he doesn’t know it, he has found the means to his greatness. And to great destruction. Views: 598
Christian Romantic Urban FantasyHE CAN ONLY BRING HER PAINDr. Jeremy Richardson decided years ago that being a werewolf wasn't conducive to marriage, especially to a human. That was before far-too-human nurse Annie Galloway appeared in his office. His unexpected and instant attraction to her has him rethinking the single life, despite sense and reason, but he must stand firm. She's better off without him, and he can continue to guard the secret that keeps him and others safe.After a life-threatening accident, Annie discovers the truth of who, and what, Jeremy is. To complicate matters further, an old acquaintance brings a threat he never saw coming. Views: 598
* New York Times bestselling author, Loretta Chase shares an enchanting Regency Christmas novella about romance, forgiveness...and a second chance for a once in a lifetime love.*
Ten years ago, dashing Marcus Greyson and naïve Christina Travers fell madly in love—and parted in anger. Now, wiser and more seasoned, both know better than to trust the wayward impulses of the heart.
But some feelings never fade; and the joys of Christmas and family just might rekindle a certain, special spark...
This novella was previously published in A Christmas Collection anthology
"One of the finest romance authors of all time." –Julia Quinn
"Wickedly witty, warm, and engaging." –Stephanie Laurens Views: 598
A PI combs the seedy Chicago streets to untangle a web of old feuds that may have turned fatal: "This series is a small treasure" (Booklist). Chicago private eye Paul Whelan is hired by an elderly jazz musician to find a missing street hustler named Sam Burwell. As Whelan delves into Burwell's past, in the world of sidewalk vendors and corner musicians, he uncovers old enmities and love affairs, but his search for Burwell comes up empty. That is, until Burwell is found murdered—and Whelan is swept up into a whirlwind of old feuds, dark pasts, unlikely romances . . . and a killer hiding in plain sight. "There is method as well as charm in the congenial manner of Mr. Raleigh's detective, who manages to conduct a very thorough investigation by winning over grumpy bartenders, crabby waitresses and wary old men on benches. He likes these people—and that's good enough reason to like him." —Marilyn Stasio, The New York... Views: 598
