Prequel to Where the Heart ChoosesNigel Mann has learned to protect his emotions by creating a wall of ice between himself and the world. He's been doing it for so long that no one remembers the little boy he used to be, least of all himself. His occupation as an agent for the CIA has led him to accept the sobriquet he's earned: "Mr. Freeze."Portia Sebring deciphers codes for the NSA. She's a warm woman, but she doesn't like men with grabby hands and isn't afraid to slap them down. Because of this, she's been labeled cold. She determines that if they insist on calling her the "Ice Princess," she'll give them exactly what they're expecting to see: a woman cold as ice.These two were never meant to meet, but outside factors are in play, and ironically, when Mr. Freeze meets the Ice Princess, what else could result but sparks flying? Views: 23
Discover what happens when one girl wants to break barriers in a sport dominated by boys in this exciting and thoughtful novel by the author of The Last Fifth Grade of Emerson Elementary.Mikayla is a wrestler; when you grow up in a house full of brothers who wrestle, it's inevitable. It's also a way to stay connected to her oldest brother, Evan, who moved in with their dad. Some people object to having a girl on the team. But that's not stopping Mikayla. She's determined to work harder than ever, and win. Lev is determined to make it to the state championships this year. He's used to training with his two buddies as the Fearsome Threesome; they know how to work together. At the beginning of sixth grade, he's paired with a new partner—a girl. This better not get in the way of his goal. Mikayla and Lev work hard together and become friends. But when they face each other, only one of them can win. Views: 23
A bargain must be struck before the Age of Mortals can be truly realized.
For Elise, Ermolt, and Athala, the price is high. Not only do they have to find the dragons that have been hidden for centuries, but they have to kill them.
Their first stop is Jalova, home of Teis, God of the Sky, and their enemies the overseers, a group of thieves led by Merylle Callac, former High Priest of Teis.
Merylle wants help them, and her terms are simple - she wants revenge of her former God. Elise and her companions are more than willing to comply.
Will Elise, Athala, and Ermolt be able to slay Sirur with Merylle's help, or will they face the wrath of Meodryt for their failure? Views: 23
Iris wasn’t my type and was off-limits.
The daughter of my best friend.
It was wrong.
But did that stop me?
Not a chance.
I was a goner the second those curves and brown pooling eyes walked into my office.
But as much as I was “enjoying” my new little secretary, there was a surprise in store.
Iris got pregnant.
Fatherhood wasn’t meant to be on the cards for me.
I don’t know how to be a dad.
We’re fools to think this could work, right?
I’m old enough to me her goddamn father.
Maybe this is the worst thing I’ve ever done?
Or maybe Iris and this baby are the best things that have ever happened to me?
Time to find out… Views: 23
