Secrets never keep for long. After the sudden death of her husband, Silva struggles to find her way in a life that is now so different than the one she envisioned for herself. When offered the opportunity to start over in a new territory, she seizes the chance. But in order to truly start anew, Silva knows she must come clean about a secret she has held for far too long. When she arrives at her new home, Silva is met by a man she was certain she would never see again, a man that threatens to heal the heart she was certain would never be whole again. Every day since meeting her, Marcus has thought of the mysterious woman he met at his best friend's wedding, although it never occurred to him that she would end up as a resident of his castle. Having her near him every day is both a blessing and a curse. He wants nothing more than to win her love, but her grieving heart keeps him at bay. He knows that only time can heal her, and he's... Views: 700
Pyramid edition paperback vg++ condition. In stock shipped from our UK warehousePyramid edition paperback vg++ condition. In stock shipped from our UK warehouse Views: 700
A collection of poems made in hopes of getting you back on your feet if you ever feel down.Rape Day Wednesday is an action – adventure love story. General Madid is about to receive a visit from his worst nightmare – Jimmy West. Dear Air Rescue I am Jackie Cots, a nurse for an International Medical Rescue in Somalia. I am writing this letter on behalf of Aisha Hulow, a Somalia woman who lives in the Village of Coato. The lady wants me to tell you about the death of Mary Johnson, who was attacked by soldiers in her medical clinic, repeatedly raped, then shot and left for dead. When the soldiers left, Aisha dragged Mary into her hut where she died several hours later in her arms. Her dying words were to tell Jimmy West, that she still loved him and had never forgotten him. Please find attached a one dollar bill. The lady insists on me sending you the only thing of wealth, she owns. She hopes that you can help her hire someone who can save her little village from these soldiers. It appears that every Wednesday morning, a Renegade General Madid allows his soldiers to come into the village and rape all the women and girls as a treat for loyalty.Please pass on this letter to Jimmy West. Yours truly,Jackie Cots for Aisha Hulow Views: 700
An brand-new e-short, set in the world of Philip Pullman's beloved and bestselling The Golden CompassIn this darkly delicious sliver of a tale, Philip Pullman offers a glimpse of the enigmatic girl who will become the sinister Mrs. Coulter. On a cold winter's night, two art collectors are settled before a fire in the Senior Common Room of a college in Oxford, discussing the unusual pieces one has recently added to his collection. What the two men don't know is that the portrait of a striking young woman and the bronze sculpture of a fearsome monkey are connected in mysterious ways. How could they imagine that they are about to be caught in the cross-fire of a story which has traveled time . . . and worlds. Published in 50 countries with over 22 million copies sold, The Golden Compass, The Subtle Knife, and The Amber Spyglass are renowned for their engrossing storytelling and epic scope. This new short tale will delight the... Views: 700
The restoration of a crumbling manor house leaves Crispin Guest grappling with a troubling discovery in this entertaining medieval noir mystery. Restoring his recently inherited family home is a daunting enough task for young lawyer Nigellus Cobmartin without the addition of any unwelcome discoveries. But when workmen turning the crumbling manor house into a grand home for Nigellus and his companion, John Rykener, uncover a skeleton bound, tied and hidden in the wall - and holding the precious relic that went missing from his father's estate nearly twenty years ago - Nigellus immediately calls on London tracker Crispin Guest for help. Whose bones are they, and why was the valuable relic buried with the thief? Crispin and Jack are drawn into a mystery of dark secrets, family scandal and old grudges as they attempt to find the truth behind a load of old bones. Views: 700
Darrell has left, and Felicity is head of the third form. And what a lot she has to deal with! Views: 700
All Larkin wants is to be left in peace, live a life free of lies and deceit. But agreements have been made and he must see them through if he ever hopes to achieve his goals. But between nefarious dealings, dangerous encounters, and one stubbornly determined prince, the obstacles may ultimately prove insurmountable …Jessica Hall is a young music sensation and a rising star. After landing a deal with Diamond Records, she quickly comes under fire from a rival producer. But that is the least of her problems. She quickly becomes enveloped in fame, money, and glory which slowly drag her down. Alcohol quickly becomes a part of Jessica’s life. Can her friend, admirer, and songwriter Jimmy King help her out of her despair? Or will he too make the wrong decision? Views: 699
Jack the Ripper, Sitting Bull, Arthur Conan Doyle, Buffalo Bill and the Peaky Blinders all star in this, the second season of the hit time travel historical fantasy saga."Inventively brilliant alternative history."In the fallout from Touchstone Season 1's epic finale, villains Danny Pearce and Kath Bright are trapped in very different hostile worlds, blind to their true identities and struggling to atone for sins they can't remember. " As gripping as ever! Couldn't put it down."From the streets of Birmingham to the sidewalks of New York, from the slums of Victorian England to the Great Plains of the American West, the Touchstone world expands to an epic scale. "Ripping yarns, meticulously researched and genuinely shocking when they need to be."This eBook Box Set (comprising a quarter of a million words and 1000 pages in the original paperback editions) collects the first three novels of Touchstone Season 2 and the prequel short story Buffalo Bill and the Peaky Blinders, previously only available in the anthology, New Street Stories."Touchstone saga at its best. Absolutely brilliant and highly recommended."Contains the following titles:1. Buried in Time [1888]2. Bright Star Falling [1874-1887]3. Buffalo Bill and the Peaky Blinders [1887]4. Bright Star Rising [1887] Views: 699
Book 4 of The Maggie Mulgrew Mysteries.Welcome back to Holmestead, England ~ where a centuries old murder mystery, stolen art, and a furniture rearranging ghost disrupt this picture postcard village.Maggie and Martin return from their honeymoon relaxed and happy ~ and walk into chaos. Maggie's ghost has taken up permanent residence in her house, and is creating havoc. When Maggie finds another journal, hidden in a secret compartment, she finally has the chance to solve her ancestor's murder.With Martin and Spencer's help, she puts together the clues, each one moving her closer to the truth.Little do they know that revealing the secrets of the past will expose a villain in the present ~ one who will stop at nothing to keep their own secrets.Maggie Mulgrew Mysteries: Witch in the Dell and 2 More Mini MysteriesBook 1 - Ghost of a Chance Book 2 - Written on the... Views: 699
Imagine being raised in a beautiful, nurturing environment for the first 22 years of your life and then, sold as bloodstock. Sacrificing your blood to feed a Vampire society. Excited young men and women tricked into believing the next stage of their life is beginning; then, bartered on the open market to ensure that the best and most intelligent can be immortal. "It's not selfish, it's necessary."An advanced civilization has discovered a way to be immortal, and all that is required is a constant flow of human blood, nurtured one by one to ensure that the best of the best can live on and continue to contribute their superior intelligence to maintain this great Empire. But as this blood stock is being nurtured, it is also being studied, and a few special ones are chosen to become immortal as well, and join the select Vampire society. What a choice to have to make, with no knowledge or warning of it at all: to feed from the blood of your kindred and experience life ever lasting, or sacrifice your own life-blood so that another may live indefinitely. With every passing century, and an un-dying race, the population swells. With no more room to expand, integration into the Empire is reduced, then eventually suspended. This is bad news for a Government worker who has allowed herself to fall in love with a brilliant human. He was sure to be selected. Now she must resort to drastic measures to fulfill her dreams. Her selfish actions lead to murder, intrigue and a serial killer case the likes of which has never before been experienced by authorities. In the midst of this is a man thrust into a situation from which only he can end the Empire's atrocities. Views: 699
