A brilliantly inventive novel about three astronauts training for the first-ever mission to Mars, an experience that will push the boundary between real and unreal, test their relationships, and leave each of them—and their families—changed forever. "A transcendent, cross-cultural, and cross planetary journey into the mysteries of space and self. . . . Howrey's expansive vision left me awestruck." —Ruth Ozeki "Howrey's exquisite novel demonstrates that the final frontier may not be space after all." —J. Ryan Stradal In an age of space exploration, we search to find ourselves. In four years, aerospace giant Prime Space will put the first humans on Mars. Helen Kane, Yoshihiro Tanaka, and Sergei Kuznetsov must prove they're the crew for the historic voyage by spending seventeen months in the most realistic simulation ever created. Constantly observed by Prime Space's team of "Obbers," Helen, Yoshi,... Views: 67
Jonas Reval is the Principality of San Michele's super eligible Prince Charming—at least he will be if the family has its way. But Jonas has been paying his dues in the family high-powered law firm for long enough. He wants to live life on his own terms, and that does not include romance. Hope Kennard's childhood was rocked by scandal and financial ruin. With the death of her beloved but misguided father, she left England to travel the world in search of peace and purpose. No commitments, no baggage, no regrets. This philosophy works for Hope until she takes a housesitting job in sunny, beautiful San Michele and has a fateful meeting with a handsome and intriguing man. Hope senses Jonas has secrets, but she has a few of her own. Can two people stop running from themselves long enough to find love? Views: 67
Tobias Walcott, the Earl of Blade, has learned it is best to exercise rigid control over his passions and emotions in all that he does. Uncaring that it makes him seem cool and aloof to most in the ton, he is content with his desire to only woo agreeable and demur females. Then unforeseen circumstances see him trapped in a closet at a house party with the last woman he would ever make his countess.Lady Olivia Sherwood is everything he should not desire in a female—unconventional, too decisive, and utterly without decorum. But passion ignites between them and they are discovered. Honor demands they wed, and while Tobias finds himself unwillingly drawn to the bewitching beauty, he must do everything not to tempt the passion that burns in him for her, lest it leads to disastrous consequences. Each book in the Wedded by Scandal series is a standalone, full-length story that can be enjoyed out of order. Series Order:Book #1 Accidentally Compromising the DukeBook #2 Wicked in His Arms Views: 67
A cult, a missing infant...And a fearless lawmanTo prove her sister's murder, Michelle Munson infiltrates the cult led by "Prophet" Daniel Metwater. Having endured a tough life in foster care, she's fiercely independent and distrustful of police. But when her baby disappears, she knows she's come too close to learning Metwater's secrets, and turns to Ranger Ethan Reynolds for justice. Facing down harrowing danger in Colorado's wilderness, the resolute lawman fights to protect Michelle...and open her heart.The Ranger Brigade: Family Secrets Views: 67
From the bestselling authors of Black Friday, Tyranny, and Stand Your Ground comes a shattering novel of the last days of civilization—and the final battle for humanity . . . DON'T OPEN TILL DOOMSDAY Six weeks ago, former US Marine Patrick Larkin purchased shares in a massive high-tech, state of the art underground missile silo for his family. It was a decision based on easing his wildest, most unimaginable nuclear fears. But then reality strikes with devastating suddenness, razing cities in a searing flash across the nation, all of it witnessed by terrified Americans on TV and the Internet. No one knows who pulled the trigger. No one knows if the last day on Earth will ever end. But Larkin and his family are the lucky ones—or so they think . . . Holed up in their fortified sanctuary, with a maximum capacity of three hundred people, the bunker is pushed to its limits—and so are the... Views: 67
Join Alice Taylor this Christmas as she welcomes us into her home and shows us the traditions of her family's Christmas. Alice looks back over her past Christmases and prepares for this Christmas. With all the warmth of a winter fire, Alice takes us through the exciting preparation for Christmas from getting the perfect tree to baking those very crucial puddings and pies. Alice also give us a intimate insight into her Christmas Eve and Christmas day rituals and talks us through her favourite Christmas recipes. She tells how the Christmas foods were made when she was a child, using the bastable and the range, and how she prepares them now. Alice loves Christmas and her huge enjoyment of the season fills this book with pleasure and delight. Views: 67
Elizabeth doesn't think she needs to be in a thirty-day rehab facility. Just because she has a drink or two, has five dead house plants, and has showed up to work on Sunday instead of Monday, it doesn't mean she has a problem. But after taking twenty-seven sleeping pills and calling 911, the decision isn't hers anymore. In a daily group therapy in Safe Haven, Elizabeth learns to deal with the tragic loss that has shattered her world. Helped and encouraged by a variety of troubled souls like herself, Elizabeth sees how their shared lives lighten their pain. In her dreams at night, Elizabeth encounters God, Jesus, and the blessed Spirit but just not as she has ever imagined them to be. Each of the Trinity seeks to help Elizabeth on her road to recovery. Each helps her face reality, battle her anger, and learn to forgive and trust again during their nightly adventures at the beach, riding the tandem bike, or while building a tree house. ... Views: 67
