Taking the reader on a journey from the dying embers of Edwardian England, through the trauma of two world wars, the hedonism of London in the 1980s and 'Cool Britannia' in the 1990s right up to the present day, One Hundred Summers is a portrait of a century as it was experienced by one extraordinary family. Along the way, Vanessa Branson recalls the rough and tumble of her chaotic but happy post-war childhood; growing up alongside her older brother Richard, who was entrepreneurial even as a teenager, she would have a front-row seat at the birth of Virgin, one of the most remarkable success stories in British business. She goes on to share her many adventures in a fascinating life, from opening an art gallery on London's Portobello Road and founding an arts festival in Morocco, to turning an ancient palace into a world-famous hotel and finding a real-life Neverland in the Scottish island of Eilean Shona, where J. M. Barrie once wrote a screenplay for Peter... Views: 501
What would you do if you woke up in your home... but it wasn't your home at all? When a man wearing a picture mask of her daughter Maisie's face stands tauntingly in her garden, Lily Russell does the smart thing and calls the police. When she and Maisie wake up the following morning in an exact replica of their home, held captive by that same man, the police are no longer an option. Surrounded by the rooms and things that once provided comfort and now only promote fear, Lily and Maisie must fight to survive. Because when no one knows where you are, you are your only hope. Readers love R. J. Parker: 'This one kept me gripped and guessing to the end' Stephen Edger 'A deliciously twisted thriller' Michael Wood 'Woah! Once you pick it up you will NOT want to put it down!' 'So many twists and turns! This thriller has you guessing until the very last chapter' Views: 501
At the intersection of Soonish and Netflix's Black Mirror, award-winning science fiction authors from around the world offer original tales of relationships in a future world of evolving technology.In a future world dominated by the technological, people will still be entangled in relationships—in romances, friendships, and families. This volume in the Twelve Tomorrows series considers the effects that scientific and technological discoveries will have on the emotional bonds that hold us together. The strange new worlds in these stories feature AI family therapy, floating fungitecture, and a futuristic love potion. Contributions include Xia Jia's novelette set in a Buddhist monastery, translated by the Hugo Award-winning writer Ken Liu; and a story by Nancy Kress, winner of six Hugos and two Nebulas. Views: 500
A Tuckaway Bay Short Story - Series Starter Twenty years ago, after spending her twenty-first summer working at the beach, Lia Langston left Tuckaway Dunes, leaving behind friends, a job offer, and Zach Allen. The breakup hurt them both—neither handled it well—but she was expected back home in Chicago where a new job was waiting, one her father had pulled a lot of strings to help her land. While Lia wasn't thrilled with the idea of jumping from beach life into Corporate America, as a recent college graduate, she knew the expectations. So, she left. From there, she meanders through life—marriage, a child, divorce, career—yet there is one constant. She never misses a summer trip back to the beach with her college girlfriends. Every summer, Lia wonders if she might run into Zach again. She doesn't. The annual trip is routine, safe, and predictable. The women stay in the same beach house... Views: 500
Lieutenant General Genitz of the Wiltian Schutzstaffel finally reveals himself to be the enemy—and he steals Sven away from Lud's side! In Berun, the royal capital, even Sophia becomes a prisoner, and the Weapons Development Bureau falls into the hands of the Schutzstaffel. In a tighter pinch than ever before, can Lud overcome his horrible past and, together with its lovable star waitress, reopen his bakery Tockerbrot?! Views: 500
"Bursts with humor, heart, and great energy. I loved it! Park is a hilarious new voice in women's fiction."—Helen Hoang, author of The Kiss Quotient "[A] punchy adult debut set in the world of video game design. Park makes tough topics go down easy by couching them in wry humor and lighthearted romance, and her fierce, snarky heroine is irresistible. This smart rom-com is a winner."—Publishers Weekly (starred review) In a debut perfect for fans of Jasmine Guillory and Sally Thorne, a junior video game producer finds herself getting closer and closer to the one person she hates most after a mass troll attack online almost ruins her life. Melody Joo is thrilled to land her dream job as a video game producer, but her new position comes with challenges: an insufferable CEO; sexist male coworkers; and an infuriating—yet distractingly handsome—intern, Nolan MacKenzie, aka "the guy... Views: 500
Fear is that unpleasant feeling of danger looming, either real or perceived. It could be the monster under the bed. It could be the contents of a graveyard. It could be your neighbor. It could be the people you trust. In this book, fear is: Your loved ones... The dark... A vacation... Your neighbors. Fear can teach us valuable lessons necessary for our survival. Are you ready for yours? Views: 500
Will an unexpected legacy......lead to wedding bells?Widowed architect Hugo Grey is stunned. His late great-aunt has bequeathed her house to Alice Walters—a complete stranger!—with the stipulation that Alice must recruit Hugo's services to help convert the house into a butterfly center. Clearly his great-aunt knew something he doesn't, because he and Alice clash over everything, which makes his attraction to the captivatingly feisty and beguiling butterfly expert even harder to ignore... Views: 500
How is not recognizing a mate even possible?Veterinarian Mitch Jacobson might be human, but he is well aware shifters exist. After all, his sister is mated to a bear. Called to assist with a patient emergency, he soon discovers shooting a tiger with a tranquilizer dart isn’t the wisest decision he’s ever made. Not when the predatory feline turns out to be a female with the most beautiful pair of emerald green eyes he’s ever seen.There is nothing more Hannah Lawrence loves to do then write her mystery novels. The only reason she came to the Colorado resort was to finish her book in time to make her deadline. Her allergy problems and inability to scent properly have gotten her into trouble before, but she never expected to wake up in a strange male’s bed. And definitely not a handsome male who makes her inquisitive feline purr—something only a true mate should be able to do.When Mitch discovers the local forest rangers want to rid the countryside of Hannah’s cat and that she is also the target of a stalker, he will do whatever it takes to keep her safe. Views: 500
