The longing of dreams draws the dead, and this city holds many dreams.
After a supernatural showdown with a serial killer, Evie O’Neill has outed herself as a Diviner. With her uncanny ability to read people’s secrets, she’s become a media darling, earning the title “America’s Sweetheart Seer.” Everyone’s in love with the city’s newest It Girl…everyone except the other Diviners.
Piano-playing Henry DuBois and Chinatown resident Ling Chan are two Diviners struggling to keep their powers a secret—for they can walk in dreams. And while Evie is living the high life, victims of a mysterious sleeping sickness are turning up across New York City.
As Henry searches for a lost love and Ling strives to succeed in a world that shuns her, a malevolent force infects their dreams. And at the edges of it all lurks a man in a stovepipe hat who has plans that extend farther than anyone can guess…As the sickness spreads, can the Diviners descend into the dreamworld to save the city?
In this heart-stopping sequel to The Diviners, Printz Award-winning and New York Times bestselling author Libba Bray takes readers deeper into the mystical underbelly of New York City. Views: 353
After a bomb blast, Sherelle Lindsey wakes to find herself tied to a chair. Army Special Forces and Major Laurence "Lennie" Williams have saved her. How might she thank this wounded soldier? Betrayal. Twisted by aspirations to become managing editor and love for Lennie, Sherelle struggles to come clean. Will she ruin Major Williams’ career a second time or will she choose truth and love?Shortly after Sherelle Lindsey transmits her dissertation to Journalism Department heads at the American University in Cairo (“AUC”), a bomb blasts through her classroom. When she awakes, she’s tied to a chair. Who’s captured her? To her surprise, Army Special Forces and Major Laurence “Lennie” Williams are responsible. How does she thank this wounded soldier? Betrayal. Twisted by her aspirations to become managing editor and her growing love for Major Williams, Sherelle struggles to come clean. For Major Williams, rescuing someone from the throes of danger was not only his job, but also the adrenaline rush he needed to survive a broken engagement. After being wounded during the rescue of Sherelle Lindsey, he can no longer go on covert missions and he finds himself with no other option than to take a job as a counterintelligence supervisor in Washington, D.C. Life has no real meaning for him until he meets Sherelle Lindsey on a train. It doesn’t take Lennie long to know he’s in love. Though Lennie can’t explain it, he’s certain God put them together. Matter of fact, he believes unequivocally that Sherelle saved him instead of the other way around. But can he convince her of that? Or has he misinterpreted God’s message? Views: 353
Fans of Jodi Ellen Malpas, K. Bromberg, and Joanna Wylde will be unable to resist this sexy, deeply intimate tale of a woman running from her past, and the darkly mysterious man who sets her free. I didn’t think answering someone else’s cellphone would change my life. But the stranger with the low, deep voice on the other end of the line tempted me, awakened my body, set me on fire. He was looking for someone else. Instead he found me.And I found a hot, secret world where I felt alive for the first time.His name was Dylan, and, strangely, he made me feel safe. Desired. Compelled. Every dark thing he asked me to do, I did. Without question. I longed to meet him, but we were both keeping secrets. And mine were dangerous. If I took the first step, if I got closer to Dylan—emotionally, physically—then I wouldn’t be hiding anymore. I would be exposed, with nothing left to surrender but the truth. And my truth could hurt us both. Views: 353
This is the story of two old friendsWho are brought to a world that’s facing its endA fair land of magic and splendour aboutA place ruled by reason and rhyme without doubtThese two allies, called Wot and NottAre in a Race Against Time, and trying to stopMiafra ‘The Evil’who is stealing the landRemoving the seasons, free will and all time...This is the story of two old friendsWho are brought to a world that’s facing its endA fair land of magic and splendour aboutA place ruled by reason and rhyme without doubtThese two allies, called Wot and NottAre in a Race Against Time, and trying to stopMiafra ‘The Evil’who is stealing the landRemoving the seasons, free will and all timeWhich they must restore to their original placeAnd save the land of Onisha in this life and death raceA quest and a mission ensues from thereonAs they battle the forces of darkness anonIt’s not always plain sailing for this unusual duoAnd accidents do happen as they rush to and froSadness and laughter follows them closely behindAs they are helped by the stunning Kakuri, so kindThe Orlu, a race so small and so fastHelp them at times with glorious repastsSpeeding so fast at a furious rate Along with strange creatures created with hasteJoin in with these most unlikely heroesAs they fight their way through and battle their foesUsing rhymes that are mystic and carefully thought outTrying to succeed in their quest, leaving no doubtsCan they achieve it and return to Earth once againContented and happy with the job that’s been done?Follow them on in this tale of intrigueTo find out if their exploits fail or succeed. Views: 353
Someone is out to destroy Holliday Paints. On Jocelyn's first day at work someone sets off a bomb at Holliday Paints. Someone sets a fire in the building. A car almost ends Ramon's life. In between all the chaos, Jocelyn and Ramon, the owner, of Holliday Paints, find a way to fall in love. Find out who has it in for the owner. Read this funny, suspenseful, romantic novel to discover the answer.Jocelyn has worked in the financial sector since graduating from college. To her dismay after working for the same company for ten years, she is laid off and the marriage to her gorgeous "Mr. Right" has failed miserably. After her marriage failed, she had vowed to never love again and to remain celibate until the day she died. Ramon is the owner of Holliday Paints. He is tired of women only wanting him for his money. When Jocelyn comes into his life, she makes him laugh and have fun. She has one flaw though; she is the worst dressed woman he had ever met. Still Jocelyn fascinates him. The harder Ramon tries to get her into his bed, the harder Jocelyn avoids his advances. Views: 353
Middle-grade adventure readers will love this fresh take on classic pirate tropes. Fans of Percy Jackson and The Chronicles of Egg will enjoy Dean Seaborne's adventures on the sea.
Dean Seaborne is thrown off his ship by the Pirate King and given one last chance to redeem himself before he meets Davy Jones's locker. He has to spy on the Pirate King's biggest rival, Gentleman Jim Harper, and find the treasure hidden on the mysterious island of Zenhala.
Once on Zenhala, Dean finds that the inhabitants of the island think he is the lost prince who went missing 13 year ago. In order to fulfill his mission for the Pirate King, Dean undergoes intense and fantastical trials to prove he is the lost prince. But the longer Dean stays on the island, the more he questions his mission. Views: 353
Join new characters on another IPMA (Institute for the Preservation of Magical Artifacts) story about real Leprechauns!Join new characters on another IPMA (Institute for the Preservation of Magical Artifacts) story about real Leprechauns in the foothills of the Northern California Sierra Nevada mountains. Discover gold and secrets of one of the least known faerie folk as James Peterson, an IPMA intern studying at the state college, and Professor Byrne as they attempt to recover solid evidence of the legendary creature. This story is in the vain of other short stories and novellas in the IPMA collection and add to the overall mythology of the Troll Brother series and others by author P. Edward "Eddie" Auman. Views: 353
Carissa Markel doesn't know who this man chained to the wall is, but he's her only chance for escape. She has power, but, born without a voice, she lacks the means to wield it. One choice, made in desperation, sends them running for his life. Does she have the strength to help him clear his name? And what will her brother, the King of Dragons, do if he finds out what she's done?When Michael Duncan is sent to investigate the disappearance of several dragon subjects, he finds himself in a bind. Locked in a dungeon, his only hope lies wrapped in a bundle of cloth tossed at his feet. One kiss and his life is changed forever. Hunted by his own people for crimes he didn't commit, Michael has to learn a whole new life at the hands of a beautiful woman. Can she help him clear his name, or will just being in her presence get him sentenced to death?Carissa Markel doesn't know who this man chained to the wall is, but he's her only chance for escape. She has power, but, born without a voice, she lacks the means to wield it. One choice, made in desperation, sends them running for his life. Does she have the strength to help him clear his name? And what will her brother, the King of Dragons, do if he finds out what she's done? That's immaterial, the real question is… can she keep her hands off him long enough to find out? Views: 353
A new threat faces the world of Erdas in this continuation of the New York Times bestselling series.
Something ancient and evil has awoken from beneath the world of Erdas. Shrouded in shadow and older than memory, just a sliver of its power can destroy with a touch. Even the spirit animal bond, the sacred link between humans and animals that keeps Erdas in balance, is under threat.
Four young heroes, Conor, Abeke, Meilin, and Rollan, are determined to stop it. Together with their spirit animals, they embark on a desperate journey that takes them deep underground and to the far corners of the world. As friends and allies fall around them, the four have no choice but to push forward and confront this darkness. If they stop to look back, they'll see the truth: Evil already has them surrounded. Views: 353
'Cracking another country's cipher is an undercover fight to the death...'Hidden deep in the mountains, the recruits at 'Unit 701', China's secret services, operate in a dark, shadowy world. There is the 'wind-listener', a blind surveillance officer who can hear sounds from miles away; the beautiful, unstable maths genius who meets a violent end; the old man who deciphers codes in his dreams; the spy who recounts a dangerous mission from beyond the grave.In this story of conspiracies, geniuses, revolutionaries and terrible moral choices, people sacrifice everything for a world of secrets - until, ultimately, it destroys them. Views: 352
Fun Christmas Stories for Kids!* 3,000+ words* Cute Christmas stories for kids* Perfect for early and beginner readers* Funny and hilarious Christmas jokes included* Bright and colorful images for early and younger readersThese stories are great for quick bedtime stories and cute tales to be read aloud with friends and family!Cute Christmas Stories for KidsChristmas is almost here and the excitement is all around! The twinkling Christmas lights and the aroma of freshly baked cookies fills the air. You and your child will enjoy these special Christmas stories for kids. Each story is about Santa Claus and includes cute and colorful illustrations for early and beginning readers. Also includes Christmas jokes!These stories are great for early & beginning readers, reading aloud at home, and bedtime stories.* 3,000+ words* Cute Christmas stories for kids* Perfect for early and beginner readers* Funny and hilarious Christmas jokes included* Bright and colorful images for early and younger readersThese stories are great for quick bedtime stories and cute tales to be read aloud with friends and family!Fun for the entire family!Kids and children can practice their reading skills and enjoy the holiday season. These special Christmas stories are sure to get you and your family in the Christmas spirit. The hilarious Christmas jokes will have everyone laughing! Views: 352
There's a killer lurking backstage at the last night performance of the Goose Meadow Bay Player's Halloween murder mystery. Can Kath keep the show running, the cast from drinking their way through the onstage drinks cabinet and the killer from taking the script literally? Murder and mayhem of the theatrical kind in this cozy mystery short read.The show must go on... but can it, when one of the actors has a cue to a kill?Backstage at the last night performance of the murder-mystery play "Bone Chiller," a real life killer is stalking the corridors of the theater.The Goose Meadow Bay Players' Halloween production has been declared an artistic success by enthralled audiences, but onstage and backstage the cast and crew are just a little bit bored. On the last night, one of the actors has a great idea to liven things up and everything seems harmless enough, but then an attempt is made on one actor's life. Not long after that, another goes missing.With the audience's laughter ringing in their ears, the cast are more intent on stardom than finding the potential murderer lurking amongst them. Can Kath keep the show running, the cast safe and make sure the killer sticks to the script?This is a cozy mystery short read in the Stage Door series. Views: 352