Viola Hatherley was a writer of ghost stories in the 1890s whose work lies forgotten until her great-grandson, as a young boy in Mawson, Australia, learns how to open the secret drawer in his mother's room. There he finds a manuscript, and from the moment his mother catches him in the act, Gerard Freeman's life is irrevocably changed. What is the invisible, ever-present threat from which his mother strives so obsessively to protect him? And why should stories written a century ago entwine themselves ever more closely around events in his own life? Gerard's quest to unveil the mystery that shrouds his family, and his life, will lead him from Mawson to London, to a long-abandoned house and the terror of a ghost story come alive. Views: 66
When a plague turns people into monsters, the only safe place left to live is the Ora, a spaceship lingering beside Earth's moon. Aboard are the specimens of the next generation, modified genetically to develop powerful, supernatural abilities, which they must use to exterminate those infected by the plague and stop the apocalypse. From the day Eos Europa was created eighteen years ago, she's cared about little else. But despite being a formidable opponent with a rule of never backing down, her lack of a supernatural ability disqualifies her from becoming a soldier. Stripped of the title she's worked a lifetime for, Eos feels she's lost everything. But that changes when soldiers start disappearing. Just seconds after landing on Earth, they begin falling off the Ora's radar without a trace. Desperate for answers, the Ora's leading officer deploys Eos as their replacement, regardless of her deficiencies-and in the end, it's not her deficiencies that stop her. It's the realities she faces, which cause her to question everything about who she is, where she's come from, and how the apocalypse really began, leaving her to decide whether she'll continue to play the puppet she was created to be, or disappear like everybody else. Views: 66
The conclusion to Bryce and Devon's story of unwavering love is finally here...Adored. Cherished. Worshiped. Bryce Randolph accomplished the impossible when he stormed back into my life. He repaired my shattered heart and promised to love me forever. My dreams now include a future with the man I've loved since I was twelve years old. He owns my soul, and a life without each other is not an option. Sometimes, though, even the strongest bonds are tested. How much am I willing to give up for the love of my life? *Ambition. Passion. Commitment. As we chase our dreams, distance separates us, threatening to shake our foundation. Jealousy and insecurities unravel my confidence, but Bryce's devotion never falters. When we're faced with tough choices regarding our life together, I'm forced to rely on his unwavering strength. Can we both have it all? Then the unthinkable happens. Now, it's my turn to fight for our happily ever after. Are we falling apart after finding our way, or are we... Staying on Course Intended for readers 18+** Views: 66
When Seattle yoga teacher Kate Davidson agrees to teach doga (yoga for dogs) at a fundraiser for a local animal shelter, she believes the only damage will be to her reputation. But a few downward-facing dogs are the least of Kate's problems when an animal rights protest at the event leads to a suspicious fire and a drowning.The police arrest Dharma, a woman claiming to be Kate's estranged mother, and charge her with murder. To prove Dharma's innocence, Kate, her boyfriend Michael, and her German shepherd sidekick Bella dive deeply into the worlds of animal activism and organizational politics. As they investigate the dangerous obsessions that drive these groups, Kate and her sleuthing team discover that when it comes to murder, there's no place like hOMe.Praise:"Weber's clever assemblage of suspects is eliminated one by one in her entertaining novel."—RT Book Reviews"[Weber's] characters are likeable and amusing, the background is... Views: 66
The legendary New York Yankee catcher tells the incredible story of his personal journey, offering an unexpected, behind-the-plate view of his career, his past, and the father-son bond that fueled his love of the game.For seventeen seasons, the name Jorge Posada was synonymous with New York Yankees baseball. A fixture behind home plate throughout the Yankees biggest successes, Jorge became the Yankees' star catcher almost immediately upon his arrival, and in the years that followed, his accomplishments, work ethic, and leadership established him as one of the greatest Yankees ever to put on the uniform.Now, in this long-awaited memoir, Jorge Posada details his journey to home plate, sharing a remarkable, generational account of his journey from the ball fields of Puerto Rico to the House that Ruth built. Offering a view from behind the mask unlike any other, Jorge discusses the key moments and plays that shaped teams and forged a legacy that came to define Yankee... Views: 66
The acclaimed, award-winning essayist and memoirist returns to fiction with this reflective, bittersweet tale of love, loss, and wonder in the life of the irrepressible aging poet,Thomas MurphyTrying to weasel out of an appointment with the neurologist that his only child, Máire, has cornered him into, the poet Thomas Murphy— exuberant singer of the oldies; friend of the down-and-out; tough, honest, and all-around good guy—contemplates his sunset years.Máire worries that Murph is losing his memory. Murph wonders what to do with the rest of his life. The older mind is at issue—as he belts out, standing in his skivvies in his apartment house courtyard, "What are you doing the rest of your life?" Even as he doubts it, Murph's mind, full of wit, worry, meditation, and plain fun, is a creative traveler, jumping from fact to memory to a whole imagined universe. He conjures the islands that have shaped him: Manhattan, his longtime home, and... Views: 66
satire writing, dark humor, dark comedy, demon souls, demon hunter, demon satire, demon humor Views: 66
Sixteen-year-old Allie has already experienced a lifetime of horror, having lost her mother and serial killer brother to mental illness. Returning to her childhood home in Louisiana, Allie ends up in foster care and is placed with Miss Bitty, an eccentric but kindly older woman who shows her a new direction and brighter future. But Allie’s new life takes a devastating turn when young women in the area start turning up dead, and she begins to see shadowy figures outside her bedroom. As Miss Bitty grows inexplicably distant, a nagging voice makes Allie wonder if death has found her yet again…or if it never really left her at all. Views: 66
I've fallen hard for an alien, but he's harboring secrets.
Massive secrets that threaten the very essence of humanity.
How can I give him my heart when his race plan on taking my future?*
Sadie Owens has been slowly dying inside. Bit by bit, piece by piece, day by day. Trapped in a life she hates, she relies on only one person--herself.
Despised by her family and betrayed by an unscrupulous government, Sadie dreams of a different life. When she is chosen to participate in the government's new social experiment, she is ecstatic at the prospect of spending six months in Thalassic City, the shiny new city under the sea.
Immediately drawn to Logan Chandler, Sadie is captivated by the beautiful boy with the ocean-blue eyes. Logan seems to embody everything that has been forbidden, but he isn't all he appears to be.
Confused over Logan's true intentions and concerned when best friend Jenna starts transforming in front of her eyes, Sadie partners with newcomer Jarod in a bid to uncover the government's real agenda. The truth is more shocking than anything she could ever have imagined.
When Sadie finally understands why the Saven walk among us, will it be too late to save her heart and the human race?
Will I enjoy this book?
Saven Deception is Book 1 in a new exciting young adult science fiction fantasy romance series. This series will appeal to readers who love fast-paced plots with plenty of suspense and intrigue and tons of romantic moments. If you have read and enjoyed any of the following books/series then you will most likely love the Saven series: Kricket, Lux, Broken Skies, The Fifth Wave, Alienated, The Host.
Relevant genres: Teen and Young Adult, Science Fiction, Dystopian, Romance, Fantasy, Urban Fantasy.
BOOKS IN THIS SERIES
Saven Deception - Book 1
Saven Disclosure - Book 2
Saven Denial - Novella 2.5
Saven Defiance - Book 3*
*Coming 2016
EARLY PRAISE FOR SAVEN DECEPTION
"The worldbuilding and characters leap off the page and come alive with flawless writing and a plot that had me engrossed and on the edge of my seat." Dali. TJ Loves to Read.
"Gripping Read. From the start I was drawn into the world and felt like I was experiencing everything right next to Sadie." Patricia Hamill. Author-Blogger Pure Textuality.
"This book had me hooked from the first chapter. An exhilarating ride with many twists and turns. Awesome." Karla. Goodreads Reviewer.
"Siobhan Davis has created yet another world of characters I became very invested in. The premise is an intriguing one ... and it's different enough to stand out from other YA books." Deirdre. Goodreads Reviewer.
"I am beyond excited for this series. Saven Deception was AMAZING and I couldn't put it down. Ms. Davis created an incredible world and I cannot wait to read the next installment." Michelle. Adventure in Bookland.
"Saven Deception was a freaking awesome read! The worldbuilding was fantastic and the romance between Logan and Sadie felt amazingly perfect to me." Poulami, Daydreaming Books.
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"Another hidden gem from the treasure trove in Siobhan Davis' mind." Dianne. Tome Tender.
Note from the Author:
This series is written in US English.
Recommended Reading Age: 15+
I write books with lots of romance and if you only enjoy hard science fiction then this is not the book for you. While there is no cliffhanger in this book it is not a stand-alone read. Thank you for taking the time to check out my work.
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In today's game, there is no place on the pitch for player contact, let alone the sort of hard, robust tackling that could earn a player the nickname 'Psycho'. But twenty-five years ago, things were different. Only when players really overstepped the mark were their names added to the referee's little black book. And 'Psycho' Pat Van den Hauwe had a reputation as one of the hardest players in the game. In a career encompassing some 401 Football League appearances for Birmingham City, Everton, Tottenham Hotspur and Millwall, he notched up two league titles and a European Cup Winners' Cup medal – but he also made his mark as one of the toughest and most feared defenders in the game.But Pat wasn't just a tough player on the pitch. The way he lived his life meant that he needed to be tough off the pitch as well. A 'hard nut' reputation invites people into your life who want to see how far they can push you – and Pat attracted such people by the... Views: 66
