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Annette stands on Pont Neuf, contemplating suicide after lovers betrayal. Despair overwhelms her until she meets Dick Le Geyt, Englishman. They flee to Fontainebleau for solace. However, Dick falls ill, forcing Annette to confront her decisions. Amidst chaos, she discovers her resilience. Exploring love, hope, and turmoil, the story follows her journey from fragmentation to strength. Poignant tale of recovery navigating uncertainty new bonds.

Victorian mystery exploring secrets within the Danvers family. When jewels vanish, accusations fly among household members. A governess finds herself entangled. Meanwhile, the enigmatic Sir Charles courts a young woman, hiding a troubled past. As truths surface, reputations hang in the balance. The narrative weaves theft, romance, and psychological tension, revealing how hidden sins threaten social standing. A gripping study of Victorian anxiety and honour.

Friends Rachel West and Hester Gresley navigate Victorian society. Rachel, an heiress, loves weak-willed Hugh Scarlett. Hester resides with her pompous vicar brother, Archibald, who despises her own writing. He burns her manuscript, triggering Hesters nervous collapse. Hughs past dishonor surfaces; Rachel ends the engagement, leading to his suicide. A sharp critique of religious hypocrisy and patriarchal control over womens art and lives in England.

Ainsworths 1841 novel dramatizes the Gunpowder Plot. Blending fact with Gothic romance, it follows Guy Fawkes and Viviana Radcliffe. As Catholic persecution intensifies under James I, Catesby recruits Fawkes to blow up Parliament. Amidst treason, Viviana struggles between love and loyalty. The narrative builds tension toward November 5th, exploring faith, betrayal, and doom. Placed in Jacobean London, it turns tragedy into a thrilling tale of conspiracy.

La science occupe une place centrale dans nos sociétés contemporaines. Elle est à la fois source de progrès techniques, de croissance économique et d’améliorations concrètes de la vie quotidienne, el

For many of us, the Covid-19 pandemic represented an anthropological rupture, a moment of personal and collective change. It was experienced in a variety of ways by diff erent people, in different contexts, in different countries, and it has left deep scars.In this book, Laetitia Atlani-Duault draws on two collections of previously unpublished material. The first contains testimonies from across France.The second is a collection of everyday objects that people associate with the pandemic,now housed at the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations.These are complemented by Plantus cartoons, which were pinned up on the walls of countlesspublic hospitals and will be memorable to all those whom life, or death, brought to these placesof care.These testimonies, objects and drawings draw together memories of the pandemic in France.

La science occupe une place centrale dans nos sociétés contemporaines. Elle est à la fois source de progrès techniques, de croissance économique et d’améliorations concrètes de la vie quotidienne, el

Inquisidores al estrado: Manual para denunciar a jueces, fiscales, policías y funcionarios" es una obra valiente y necesaria que nace de la urgencia de equilibrar la balanza entre el ciudadano y el Estado. En un entorno donde la burocracia y la investidura publica a veces parecen blindar la negligencia o el abuso, este libro surge como un escudo legal y una guia practica.A traves de sus capitulos, el lector encontrara una hoja de ruta clara para identificar conductas irregulares y, lo mas importante, como proceder legalmente contra ellas. La obra desmitifica la figura del funcionario intocable, explicando con rigor pero con lenguaje accesible los mecanismos de denuncia, las instancias competentes y los fundamentos de responsabilidad administrativa, civil y penal.Este manual no solo esta diseñado para profesionales del derecho, sino para cualquier persona que busque justicia frente a la arbitrariedad. Aprendera a documentar pruebas, estructurar quejas y navegar el sistema sin sucumbir ante el miedo o la desinformacion. Es, en esencia, una herramienta de fiscalizacion ciudadana destinada a fortalecer la democracia y recordar que nadie, sin importar su cargo, esta por encima de la ley. Una lectura obligatoria para quienes deciden no callar ante la injusticia.

When a small, ancient Irishman appears on a school fence post eating a cheese sandwich, entirely invisible to almost everyone fifteen-year-old Immie Whitfield is not entirely surprised. She has always been able to draw characters who step off the page and speak to her. She has always known the world was stranger than it appeared.She doesnt know her estranged grandfather is a magician. She doesnt know that an organisation called the Collectors has been watching her family for years. She doesnt know that her grandfathers time is running out and that she is destined to inherit his gift.Immie learns the true nature of what she will inherit, and builds a circle of magically gifted allies who are destined to help her identify and destroy The Collectors. A fifteen-year-old girl from Perth who refuses to look away from people discovers that this, more than anything, is where the magic lives.

Monica hadnt been touched in the way she craved in years. Not admired that happened daily.Not complimented she heard those like passing wind.She needed something heavier. Something that left her still. She wore power like a second skin. Silk blouses that barely contained her full breasts. Pencil skirts that wrapped tightly around her hips like control itself.And yet, under all that style beneath the curves and confidence she was tired of holding herself together. She wanted someone who wouldnt praise her, but bind her. Someone who didnt melt at her commands but tested them. That someone arrived in the form of Malik a security trainer with arms like walls and a presence that made crowded rooms shrink. She met him during a corporate retreat she was forced to attend.She didnt expect her first memory of him to be the exact moment she bent over a conference table to reach her laptop, and he murmured from behind: "You bend like youre used to being watched." She turned sharply and he didnt flinch. Just watched her body the way a man does when hes not afraid to imagine more. It wasnt flirtation. It was assessment. She could feel it in his silence. Later that week, they shared coffee, then silence, then one simple moment in the security demo room a rope in his hands, her wrists extended out of curiosity. And when he pulled it gently around her arms, firm but not tight Her thighs clenched. And she couldnt stop thinking about the way he looked at her curves while he tied her down.

Ich sollte eigentlich Blumen fur meine Hochzeit aussuchen.Stattdessen fand ich meinen Verlobten in unserem Bett mit der Frau, von der er schwor, sie sei nichts.Am Ende der Woche hatte sie meinen Ring, meine Wohnung und die Zukunft, von der ich dachte, sie sei meine.Was sie nicht hat, ist das Einzige, was ich mir seit Jahren gewunscht habe: ein eigenes Baby.Ich kann Liebeskummer uberleben. Ich kann der Zeit nicht entkommen.Ian Sloane mein Chef, ein Hedgefonds-Gigant aus Manhattan und der kalteste Mann, den ich je erwurgen wollte ist nicht der Typ Mensch, der jemanden rettet. Er erwirbt. Er kontrolliert. Er gewinnt.Als er mir also ein Angebot anbietet, das skandalos genug ist, um uns beide zu ruinieren, wei ich, dass ich weglaufen sollte.Ein luxurioses Stadthaus. Eine falsche Verlobung. Und eine private Vereinbarung, die damit endet, dass sein Name auf meinen Fruchtbarkeitspapieren steht.Sechs Monate lang werde ich seine perfekte Verlobte in der Offentlichkeit sein, wahrend er einen heftigen Thronfolgekrieg in Sloane uberlebt, Capital.In privat behalten wir die Hande bei uns.Keine richtigen Kusse. Kein Schlafen im selben Bett. Kein Verlieben fur den Mann, der mich wie ein Versprechen ansieht, das er nicht geben darf.Es hatte klinisch sein sollen. Einfach. Vorubergehend.Dann beginnen die Regeln zu brechen.Ein Kuss fur die Kameras wird gefahrlich real. Mein Ex entscheidet, dass Demutigung nicht genug war, und kommt zuruck, um sich zu rachen. Jemand leakt unsere Vereinbarung an die Presse. Und in der Nacht, in der ich zwei rosa Linien sehe, entdecke ich, dass Ian eine Klausel versteckt hat, die alles verandert.Denn ich war nie nur sein Angestellter. Nie nur seine falsche Verlobte. Und vielleicht nie nur sein Spender-Deal.Ich war von Anfang an Teil seines Endspiels.Jetzt trage ich ein Geheimnis, das machtig genug ist, um Ian alles zu geben, was er je wollte... oder uns beide zu vernichten, bevor wir uberhaupt den Altar erreichen.

Grimoire of Lucifer: Secrets of the LightbringerStep into the hidden world of ancient occult wisdom with Grimoire of Lucifer, a mystical guide dedicated to the enigmatic figure of Lucifer, often known as the Bringer of Light and symbol of knowledge, rebellion, and spiritual awakening.This powerful grimoire explores the symbolism, traditions, and esoteric teachings associated with Luciferian philosophy and the pursuit of personal enlightenment. Within these pages, readers will encounter interpretations of occult lore, ritual frameworks, meditative practices, and insights into the transformative archetype of the Lightbringer.Designed for seekers of hidden knowledge, students of demonology, and practitioners of ceremonial magic, this book offers a journey into the deeper mysteries of the Left-Hand Path and the quest for inner power and illumination.Whether you approach it as a study of occult traditions or a symbolic exploration of self-mastery, Grimoire of Lucifer invites you to unlock the fire of knowledge and embrace the path of awakening.

Grimoire of Naberius: Wisdom, Eloquence, and the Art of RestorationEnter the mysterious world of ancient demonology with this powerful grimoire dedicated to Naberius, one of the renowned spirits described in the Ars Goetia, part of the legendary The Lesser Key of Solomon. Known for granting eloquence, restoring lost honor, and revealing hidden knowledge, Naberius has long been respected by practitioners of ceremonial magic.This grimoire explores the traditional lore, symbolism, and ritual framework associated with this fascinating spirit. Inside you will discover historical insights, interpretations of classical occult texts, and structured ritual concepts designed to deepen your understanding of Goetic practice.Whether you are an occult researcher, a practitioner of ceremonial magic, or simply curious about the mysteries of the Ars Goetia, this book offers a gateway into one of the most intriguing figures of the Goetic hierarchy.Step beyond theory and explore the timeless tradition of ritual magic through the study of Naberius and the deeper currents of the Goetic arts.

The Road follows Thi Yen Dong on a powerful and deeply moving journey from Vietnam to Europe, revealing the harsh realities of human trafficking, inequality, and the struggle for survival.Born in the lush landscapes of Vietnam, Yen grows up in a society where poverty and inequality shape everyday life, especially for women. At just fifteen years old, driven by hope for freedom and a better future, she makes the life-changing decision to leave her homeland behind.What follows is a terrifying and uncertain journey through the hidden world of human trafficking. Along the way, Yen faces sexual abuse, exploitation, and the constant threat of violence. Yet even in the darkest moments, she refuses to give up on her dreams.This powerful autobiographical story offers an unfiltered look at the courage, resilience, and determination of a young girl fighting to reclaim her life and dignity. Yens journey is not only a search for a better future but also a powerful testimony exposing the injustices that millions of women and refugees around the world continue to face.The Road is an honest, heartbreaking, and inspiring story of survival, resilience, and the unbreakable hope for a better life. A must-read for anyone interested in human rights, social justice, and the extraordinary strength of the human spirit.

What if the handsome stranger who loves your bookis secretly the most famous K-pop idol in the world?And Fate tied your souls together long before you ever met. Marley Statler doesnt listen to K-pop.So when a quiet man in a baseball cap approaches her signing table at a small Atlanta bookstore, she has no idea shes talking to Hwang Hyeju, one of five members of the globally adored K-pop group SZB.For Hyeju, its the first time in years someone has looked at him without seeing the idol first.And he doesnt want the moment to end. At twenty-five, Hwang Hyeju has spent his life becoming someone the world could love.As one of five members of the globally adored K-pop group SZB, he was trained from boyhood to be an idolevery step perfected, every note polished until his velvet voice and electric dance performances could captivate stadiums of fans who believe he belongs to them. Designers compete for his ambassadorships. Cameras follow his every move.But idols arent supposed to fall in love.Dating is forbidden. Privacy is impossible. And beneath the brilliance of the stage lights, a quiet loneliness lingers.Marley Statler lives in a very different world.At thirty-five, shes a successful fantasy romance author known for writing heroines who believe in destiny and fearless love. In real life, Marley doesnt believe in destiny at all.She believes in choice.In quiet mornings.In book tours and conversations with readers.In the peaceful life shes carefully built for herself.So when a soft-spoken stranger in a baseball cap and dark shades appears at her signing table, Marley sees him as just another reader who loves her books.When their fingers brush as she hands him a signed copy, the spark between them feels strangely familiar.But when Marley discovers his secret and the world turns its gaze toward them, she and Hyeju must decide whether what theyve found is strong enough to survive the glare of fame, expectation, and destiny itself.Because somewhere beyond the stars, unseen hands have been quietly weaving their story together.And some threadsonce tiedcan never be broken.Perfect for readers who love: K-dramainspired romance Celebrity / secret identity romance Age gap love stories Fated mates & red thread of destiny Emotional, cinematic love stories

The book is a thrilling tale of mystery, adventure, and cultural exploration centered around the Kintsugi Collective, a global syndicate trafficking stolen artifacts. In The Mastermind Revealed, a team of unlikely alliesViolet, Pearl, Akari, Kenji, and Isabellarace against time to dismantle the criminal empire led by Kenji Takahashi, a seemingly philanthropic art collector. Set in the neon-lit labyrinth of Neo-Kyoto, the team faces relentless operatives, encrypted networks guarded by AI, and the legendary Emperors decreea scroll with the power to rewrite history. The story explores themes of resilience, cultural collaboration, and the enduring power of history, as the team uncovers secrets, forms unexpected alliances, and learns the importance of human connection in a world dominated by technology.

"Okie Hearts and London Fog" by Carrie Ray is a gripping mystery novel set in the atmospheric Blackwood Manor, a sprawling estate shrouded in fog and secrets. The story follows investigators Pearl Davies and Violet Thorne as they delve into the mysterious death of Elias Abernathy, a journalist probing the Ashworth familys hidden past. Their investigation uncovers a web of deceit, hidden motives, and long-buried family secrets, including Abernathys original will that sought to restore a forgotten branch of his family to their rightful inheritance. The narrative is rich with intrigue, featuring clandestine meetings, cryptic notes, unsettling discoveries like a hidden effigy and a cryptic journal, and a cast of enigmatic characters, including the loyal but conflicted butler Jennings, the resilient Mrs. Albright with a shadowy past, and the desperate Father Michael. The foggy moors and the manors labyrinthine corridors serve as a haunting backdrop to a tale of betrayal, vengeance, morality, legacy, and the devastating consequences of human frailty. The book masterfully blends suspense and psychological drama, exploring themes of family legacy, hidden motives, redemption, and the enduring power of truth.

Macy never meant to fall for the one person who always felt safest. But when senior-year memories, one almost-kiss, and Kellans scholarship future collide, best friendship may not be enough anymore.Senior year was supposed to be simple for Macy: finish Brookhollows legacy project, survive graduation, and protect the one part of her life that never made her doubt herselfher best friendship with Kellan.But some feelings dont arrive like strangers. They grow quietly inside the safest places, waiting until one small moment changes how everything looks. Suddenly the boy who has always felt like home is the one person Macy cant think about clearly anymore. A late stairwell conversation, a folded note, a first kiss, and all the ordinary places they once shared begin to mean something new.Kellan has spent too long pretending Macy is still the easy part of his life. The truth is, she stopped feeling simple a long time ago. And once he finally admits it, there is no going back to before. What should have been the sweetest part of senior year becomes harder when Kellan earns a life-changing chance at Northlake, the future he has wanted long before he was brave enough to say what Macy means to him.Now Macy and Kellan are caught between the school they are about to leave, the quiet places that changed them, and the kind of love that asks for honesty before it offers ease. As graduation gets closer and one impossible week forces a choice neither of them wanted, they must decide whether first love is strong enough to survive truth, timing, and the future arriving all at once.New Crush, Same Best Friend is a clean YA friends-to-lovers romance about senior year, brave confessions, and the ordinary moments that become unforgettable when the safest person in your life changes everything.

The echoes of King Davids righteous reign and Solomons divinely inspired wisdom resonate through the hallowed pages of the King James Bible, painting a picture of a nation uniquely established and governed by the Almighty. Yet, in our modern era, a competing narrative has gained alarming traction within Christian circles, one that seeks to equate this sacred, theocratic entity with the secular, political construct known as the modern State of Israel, established in the year 1948. This has resulted in a pervasive theological error, a critical misinterpretation that has led countless souls to embrace a counterfeit, mistaking a geopolitical arrangement for divine fulfillment. This book embarks on a rigorous examination, grounded solely in the unassailable authority of the King James Version of the Holy Scriptures, to dismantle this misconception. We shall meticulously dissect the nature of biblical Israel, a theocracy guided by divine law and inhabited by prophets, and contrast it starkly with the man-made ideology of modern Zionism and its resultant state. The argument presented herein is provocative: that the modern State of Israel is, in essence, a forgery, a shadow that mimics the form of biblical Israel but lacks its divine substance and spiritual foundation. This is not merely an academic exercise; it is a vital call to discernment for the faithful, a plea to reject the seductive allure of political interpretations that distort Gods prophetic Word and to return to the pure, unadulterated truth as revealed in the King James Bible. To embrace this distinction is to safeguard oneself from spiritual deception and to align with the eternal purposes of our sovereign God, who alone orchestrates the grand narrative of redemption.

What happens when the most serious boss in the office meets the most chaotic employee?Elina Carter is known for being calm, professional, and focused. As a successful manager in a busy New York company, she has no time for distractions.Then Zavir Khan joins the office.Hes late. He tells terrible jokes. And somehow, he manages to turn every stressful moment into laughter.At first, their relationship is nothing but constant teasing and playful arguments. But as days pass, something begins to change.Behind the jokes and sarcasm, feelings slowly start to grow.When Zavir suddenly receives a job offer from another company, Elina realizes something she never expected.The office without him wouldnt just be quiet.It would feel empty."Falling for My Boss" is a funny, emotional, and heartwarming office romance set in New York City a story about unexpected love, human connection, and the moments that change everything.