A death. An inheritance. A problem left behind.Emma's family never approved of her marriage. So, when her husband's questionable behaviour threatens ruin for those nearest and dearest to her, whatever she decides to do had better be done on the quiet. After all, once she's put the matter to rights, her family need never know what deep pit her marriage brought them to the edge of. Do they? Except Nella has her own opinion on the matter, and Major Barnaby is getting antsy. Can she convince her brother-in-law to risk his reputation and help her bring a resolution? Because time is fast running out. Views: 177
"The most significant English-Language poet born since the second world war." —The Times Literary SupplementSelected Poems 1968–2014 offers forty-five years of work drawn from twelve individual collections by a poet who "began as a prodigy and has gone on to become a virtuoso" (Michael Hofmann). Hailed by Seamus Heaney as "one of the era's true originals," Paul Muldoon seems determined to escape definition, yet this volume, chosen by the poet himself, serves as an indispensable introduction to his trademark combination of intellectual high jinks and emotional honesty. Among his many honors are the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry and the Shakespeare Prize "for contributions from English-speaking Europe to the European inheritance.""Among contemporaries, Paul Muldoon, one of the great poets of the past hundred years, who can be everything in his poems—word-playful, lyrical, hilarious, melancholy. And angry. Only... Views: 177
This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them. Views: 177
There’s a body in the morgue that looks exactly like Micah Reed. Same hair, same face, same eyes. But it can’t be him, right? And, if it’s not, how did this stranger who appears identical to Micah end up in a body bag? Micah’s boss Frank boards a flight to Michigan to solve the puzzle and uncover the true story behind this mysterious corpse. Knocking on doors, rattling cages… an old-school gumshoe kind of investigation. At least, that's the plan. But everything goes wrong when the top layer of deceit peels back. Instead of explanations, he finds something larger, deeper, and infinitely more dangerous. The crosshairs land on him because of what he knows. If he can’t make it out alive, the identity of the doppelgänger in the morgue won’t matter much anymore.
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Axel Waldermann's days in paradise are numbered, and he knows it. The last thing this reluctant hero needs is temptation in the form of a curvy she-wolf. One step too close, one kiss too many, and he'll shatter the fragile alliance between his shifter clan and the powerful wolves of Twin Moon pack. But with destiny whispering in his ear and desire pumping through his veins, how can he resist? Views: 177
The years from 1939 to 1955 proved to be the most prolific of Graham Greene's life. In The Life of Graham Greene, Volume II, Norman Sherry continues his engrossing account, delving deeply and emerging with a portrait of the author at the height of both his spying and literary careers. Greene produced some of his best novels during this time - The Heart of the Matter, The End of the Affair, The Quiet American - and saw the filming of The Fallen Idol and The Third Man. The same period encompasses his passionate affair with the beautiful American Catherine Watson, who was married to a British peer, the disintegration of his marriage, his long relationship with Dorothy Glover, his activities as a secret agent and his forays into the conflicts in Kenya, Malaya, and French Indo-China. As with The Life of Graham Greene Volume I: 1904-1939, Norman Sherry succeeds in unlocking the mystery of Greene's character and the alchemic nature of his creative genius. Views: 177
New York Times bestselling author Elle James's chilling romance brings together a billionaire and his beautiful bodyguard! In a Gothic mansion on a windy coast, former soldier Dixie Reeves and her client, billionaire Andrew Stratford, are in grave danger. The single dad has hired her to help him protect his daughter from a mysterious threat. As their enemy closes in, even tough-as-nails Dixie has to hold her nerve...and keep her guard up to stop herself from falling for Andrew and his adorable little girl. The long nights pass, and Dixie and her handsome boss can't deny they're barreling toward the kind of love that changes lives. That is, if they can somehow keep their instant family safe from the danger at the door! Views: 177
If you knew the truth about God, would you tell someone?
For UCLA scientist, Dr Andreia Menendes, discovering evidence that disproves the existence of God might be her ticket back to São Paula and the devoutly religious father who disowned her. For the Pillars of Abraham, evidence disproving the existence of God must be crushed at all costs.
But what if Andreia's evidence proves God does exist?
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From the mysterious depths of the South Pacific to the cobbled streets of Prague, Andreia risks her life in a perilous quest to understand more about her discovery. But The Pillars of Abraham are closing in.
If she is to learn the truth, Andreia must confront the sinister cabal before they silence her forever.
Lovers of Dan Brown will feel right at home with Ian Young's debut novel as they grapple with the ultimate question:
Whatever the truth about God, should it ever be made known?
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When Jen goes to her grandmother's house for the last time, she's determined not to dwell on the past. As a child, Jen adored Lily and suspected she might be a witch, but the spell was broken long ago, and now her death means there won't be any reconciliation. Lily's gone, but the enchantments she wove and the secrets she kept still remain. In Lily's house, Jen and her daughter Marianne reluctantly confront the secrets of the past and present—and discover how dangerous we become when we're trying to protect the ones we love. Views: 176
Their need for each other transcends time and space … but making their mating a reality will take all their strength combined.
Elementary school teacher Ella Turner has always played it safe. But when she realizes that life is passing her by, she signs up for the Draconian mating lottery. She’s matched to the impossibly sexy Shay Vishak, the Water Prince of Galaton … and then learns the whole truth. If she doesn’t accept him -- and agree to long-distance fertilization with his seed -- the man she already longs to touch will die from the agonies of the mating thrall.
Even knowing his mate is pregnant and on her way to him, Shay is tormented by the need to make Ella his own. The news that the Mulgor, Draconia’s ancient enemy, are lying in wait along Ella’s route forces Shay to abandon his throne and race to her rescue.
By the time Shay and his new family return to his underwater kingdom, the Coral Palace has been seized by upstart dragons. Can Shay protect Ella and their child and reclaim his throne, or have they risked everything only to lose their happy ending when it’s finally within reach?
Water Dragon’s Baby is a short read paranormal romance with no cheating and a guaranteed happy ending. Recommended for readers 18+ due to explicit content. Views: 176
This book introduces new and provocative neuroscience research that advances our understanding of intelligence and the brain. Compelling evidence shows that genetics plays a more important role than environment as intelligence develops from childhood, and that intelligence test scores correspond strongly to specific features of the brain assessed with neuroimaging. In understandable language, Richard J. Haier explains cutting-edge techniques based on genetics, DNA, and imaging of brain connectivity and function. He dispels common misconceptions, such as the belief that IQ tests are biased or meaningless, and debunks simple interventions alleged to increase intelligence. Readers will learn about the real possibility of dramatically enhancing intelligence based on neuroscience findings and the positive implications this could have for education and social policy. The text also explores potential controversies surrounding neuro-poverty, neuro-socioeconomic status, and the morality of enhancing intelligence for everyone. Online resources, including additional visuals, animations, questions and links, reinforce the material.
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