An analysis of how the death of Franklin Delano Roosevelt contributed greatly to the extreme nature of post-World War II politics, and accelerated the Cold War.On the coast of California between Los Angeles and San Francisco is the quaint village of Crescent Bay. In the past it was an active port for smugglers, but now it serves as a tourist destination for those seeking cute shops, seaside relaxation and nautical history.Part of Crescent Bay's history sits on the outskirts of the village, an abandoned lighthouse overlooking the cliffs.It is said that on foggy nights you can see the wispy figure of a woman standing on the gallery of the lighthouse, searching the sea. Some claim that they have seen her jump over the edge and plunge to her death.Two unsuspecting individuals land in Crescent Bay, a grieving woman seeking her future, and an industrious man longing to bring the lighthouse’s past back to life.But sometimes the past wants to be left alone. Views: 328
Author E. Clay's new novella LUCID Nightmare is a paranormal thriller about the nexus between the sleep state and the spirit world. Fiction inspired by my personal experiences from March to November 2016.Clay Thompson is an American writer based in a small English town outside London, where he enjoys a comfortable lifestyle with Claire, a recent love interest. After years of enjoying good fortune, Clay experiences a calamitous setback that threatens his livelihood and even his new found relationship. Desperate to get his life back on track he seeks out a renowned local gypsy to “fix” his recent misfortune. Clay’s encounter pays dividends that exceed his expectations...at a price. Will Clay successfully navigate through this maze of a nightmare? Or will he find out...When you dance with the Devil, the music never ends.A paranormal thriller Inspired by true events Views: 328
Olivia's eighteenth birthday is drawing closer, and with it, the curse threatening to take her life.Olivia is on a mission to save herself and all those she holds dear in this final installment of the White Aura series. When everyone comes unbound, Scott, Olivia, and those they love must work together to save them all from the council.Can Olivia fulfill the requirements given to her in order to keep her growing powers? Will the curse claim Olivia's life before they have a chance to destroy those that threaten everything they value? Will Aiden lose his soul to The Crimson Calamitous?All of these answers are revealed as Olivia questions everything she's known in the race to defeat two ancient and powerful sorcerers. Views: 328
Secrets are my specialty. I'm Mai Fairchild —- fox shifter, sister's keeper, and bane of the local werewolf pack. In a world where different is dangerous, my sister and I must pretend to be human at all costs. Too bad I just lost the job that lets me live under the radar while putting food on my sister's plate. Enter an enticing werewolf who offers enough cash to upgrade our diets from ramen noodles to salami if I join him on a magical hunt. But can I afford to accept the opportunity when the risk of working closely with every fox shifter's sworn enemy is so great? This first book in USA Today bestselling author Aimee Easterling's newest series dives into a world of magic, danger, and romance. Views: 327
In this installment of BOOK OF LEGENDS, we meet up with a young girl named Paradise, who becomes hopelessly lost in the woods. A terrible snow storm is on the way. Not only that, but a dreaded tree wolf is right behind her--hungry for his supper. Will Paradise make it out of the forest alive? Or will the tree wolf get her? If she does make it out alive, will she still have to go to school?In this installment of BOOK OF LEGENDS, we meet up with a young girl named Paradise, who becomes hopelessly lost in the woods. A terrible snow storm is on the way. Not only that, but a dreaded tree wolf is right behind her--hungry for his supper. Will Paradise make it out of the forest alive? Or will the tree wolf get her? If she does make it out alive, will she still have to go to school?Follow Paradise through this quick adventure filled with snow storms, tree wolves, and hot apple cider (plus a cameo from young John Milton, future poet). Views: 327
He has watched her from afar…
Paul Reed has been raising children since he was a child himself, but he wouldn’t change his life, even if given an opportunity. That is, until one of his brothers says four little words that shake the foundation of his world. “She’s not a lesbian,” shouldn’t be quite so earth shattering, but suddenly the woman he loves is available, and he’ll do whatever it takes to win her over.
They call her Friday, and she’s hiding more than just her name...
Friday has worked in the Reeds’ tattoo parlor for four years. She’s become more than just an employee, and she loves being in the middle of something so wonderful. She treasures the way the Reeds live for one another, and she adores the way they take care of their family. She would do just about anything to be part of it, if not for the fact that she doesn’t deserve a family of her own. Or does she? Friday is punishing herself for her past, and by doing so, she pushes away the one man who could truly love her.
Separately, they’re strong. Together, they’re vulnerable. As a team, they rock.
First chapter here: http://tammyfalkner.wordpress.com/201... Views: 327
Firefighter Rowen Clark isn’t afraid of much, but one fear is deep-seated from childhood. The dentist. So, when his sexy new neighbor turns out to be a dentist, he does his best to contain his desire. He has dedicated his life to helping people, so when her car needs a jump, he is happy to help. But, when he breaks his tooth, and Heather offers to fix it, he wants nothing to do with her. After leaving an abusive marriage, Dr. Heather Holbrook is ready to start a new life in a new city. All she wants is a quiet life, in a quaint neighborhood, and to learn to rely only on herself. A series of events forces Heather to rely on Rowen far more than she’s comfortable with, her pull to him undeniable, until he does the unthinkable, all in the name of protecting her. Rowen would do anything to keep those he loves safe, even if it means using his fists to do it…but when push comes to shove, and he does what it takes to protect what’s his, will Heather be able to forgive him?
Firefighter Rowen Clark isn’t afraid of much, but one fear is deep-seated from childhood.
The dentist.
So, when his sexy new neighbor turns out to be a dentist, he does his best to contain his desire. He has dedicated his life to helping people, so when her car needs a jump, he is happy to help. But, when he breaks his tooth, and Heather offers to fix it, he wants nothing to do with her.
After leaving an abusive marriage, Dr. Heather Holbrook is ready to start a new life in a new city. All she wants is a quiet life, in a quaint neighborhood, and to learn to rely only on herself.
A series of events forces Heather to rely on Rowen far more than she’s comfortable with, her pull to him undeniable, until he does the unthinkable, all in the name of protecting her.
Rowen would do anything to keep those he loves safe, even if it means using his fists to do it…but when push comes to shove, and he does what it takes to protect what’s his, will Heather be able to forgive him? Views: 327
An appalling triple murder in Edwardian Manchester. The evidence is unchallenged, the confession sound. But before the hangman can do his work, an appeal is lodged. The guilty man was supposedly insane when he killed Edward, Eliza and Lucia Tallboys. Dr Alice Urquhart must establish the truth.An appalling triple murder in Edwardian Manchester leads to a trial which is simplicity itself. The evidence is unchallenged, the confession sound. But before the hangman can do his work, an appeal is lodged. The guilty man was supposedly insane when he killed Edward, Eliza and Lucia Tallboys. With public outrage filling the papers, Dr Alice Urquhart of High Helmsley Asylum must investigate the true nature of the murderer's condition as quickly as possible. And determine at the same time why one of her other patients is convinced that Mr Dry, the so-called Deptford Assassin, is coming to kill him... Views: 327
Since aging out of the foster care system and becoming a nurse, all I dreamed of was marrying a nice doctor and moving to a yellow two-story house in the suburbs. So how did a dangerous biker gang criminal end up handcuffed to my bed? And why did I agree to let that animal teach me how to...ahem...do things. Wicked things. In the very same bed he's been handcuffed to in order to keep me safe? Long story. And it didn't end well. Now it's time to marry my doctor fiancé and make all my former foster kid dreams come true. But who do I spot at the back of the church after I walk down the aisle to join with my perfect groom in marriage? That dangerous MC. His ice-cold eyes are blazing with rage. And this time he's totally unchained. Gulp. It's not such a nice day for a white wedding after all. I'm not even one-percent sure I'm going to get out of this one with my heart—or my soul—intact. Readers Note: The... Views: 327
**Skate punks, kleptomaniacs, clairvoyant visions and reincarnation…
…THE SHEPHERD is unlike any other Young Adult novel you have ever read.**
Mike Evans here. Sixteen year old skate punk squatting in a white-trash trailer park with my loser drunk Dad. Seems I lost most of my friends when Dad lost our home in foreclosure. Only Anita stuck by me. Worse, I keep having strange clairvoyant visions of things that always come true.
Then I almost ran over Nadia in my Geo. A passing truck finished the job – left a crumpled heap of skin and bone on the road. I fixed her. Me.
Now this fourteen year old girl won’t leave me alone. I sorta let her sneak in my window when she needs a place to crash.
I have a double life: daytime at school, Anita, skating, and then my nights with Nadia. She's my secret friend, gives me money and listens to my problems when nobody else will.
My world is spinning out of control. Old friends have turned enemy, my grisly visions of death won’t quit, and Anita’s intentions make my head spin. Even with all that, I’ve got bigger stuff to worry about.
Nadia’s hiding something. Views: 327
