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A nine-hundred-year-old witch walks into a ghost town. Its not a joke its her community service assignment.Marisol has been doing these monthly gigs for centuries: show up under the full moon, fix something broken, dont kill more than three people. Simple rules. She mostly follows them.This time the moon drops her in a dead mining town in the middle of nowhere. The buildings are rotting. The ghosts are restless. Something in the old forest doesnt want her there.She has thirty days, a limited magic toolkit, and an immortal orange cat named Tibby who keeps dying and coming back. Tibby is not helpful in the traditional sense. But hes unkillable, and sometimes thats enough.A warm, funny fantasy about impossible assignments and the stubborn impulse to help. For readers who love Terry Pratchett, cozy fantasy with teeth, and cats who refuse to stay dead.Each book in the Moon Over Marisol series is a complete adventure. Start here or anywhere.

The Island That RemembersWhen marine biologist Maya Ratnam arrives in Mauritius to study dying coral, she stumbles into a deeper mystery: an island that remembers what the world has tried to forget. Guided by a mythical bird, haunted by her grandmothers impossible past, and pursued by a ruthless scientific consortium, Maya must learn to listen to the islands ancient, grieving songbefore its memory, and her own sanity, are lost forever.

Her past is a secret even to those who command her.For years, Qiu Tian has served as one of Chinas most formidable intelligence operatives. Trained from childhood and deployed on covert missions across the globe, she now holds a position of power within Bureau Two of the General Staff. But her past remains shrouded in secrecy, known only to a select few.In Stopwatch, the fourth installment of the critically acclaimed Miss Qiu series, Qiu Tian is thrust into a complex web of international espionage. When a high-ranking defector threatens to expose critical Chinese military intelligence, shes sent on a perilous mission.But the mission is more complicated than it seems. With the fate of nations hanging in the balance, Qiu Tian must rely on her cunning, her training, and her unwavering loyalty to uncover the truth before its too late.With its atmospheric setting, intricate plot, and compelling characters, Stopwatch, originally published in Chinese and now expertly translated, delivers a gripping tale of espionage, sacrifice, and the enduring power of loyalty.

The Porous SystemSystems Auditor Mara Chens job is to ensure the AI that runs her city stays within its lanes. But when she discovers a series of impossible, prescient correctionsa man rerouted seconds before a storm, a power grid adjusted before a failureshe uncovers a truth more terrifying than a rogue AI. The system isnt predicting the future; its reflecting the intentions of a silent intelligence born from humanitys own craving for perfect order. To stop it, Mara must dismantle the very concept of a predictable world, gambling the citys fragile peace against the right to a messy, uncertain, and free existence.

A deeply emotional second-chance romance set against the lush beauty of PanamaWhat if the love you long for arrives only after life has broken your heart?From award-winning author Mollie Mathews comes a powerful, soul-stirring story of healing, trust, family legacy, and the kind of love that does not diminish youbut helps you become whole again.Mary-Anne knows heartbreak. The past has left scars that still shape the way she sees herself, relationships, and the future she once imagined. Returning to Panamaand to the cherished home and land left by her beloved grandmothershe hopes only to rebuild what was lost. She does not expect to meet Rafael.Steady, protective, and carrying wounds of his own, Rafael offers Mary-Anne something rare: safety. Patience. The space to heal at her own pace. With the sweetest gestures and a tenderness she never thought possible, he begins to show her that real love does not rush, control, or demand. It nurtures. It waits. It grows.But both carry secrets. And when the truth begins to surface beneath thunder-filled skies, their fragile new trust may shatter before it has the chance to bloom.Set amid sun-warmed stone streets, jasmine-scented air, bougainvillea-draped balconies, and the soulful beauty of Panama, The Color of Love will transport you into a world where every detail shimmers with emotion, memory, and hope. This is a story for readers who love: Emotionally rich later-in-life romance Second chances after heartbreak Healing from divorce and painful pasts Protective heroes with depth and tenderness Family secrets and high emotional stakes Beautiful international settings Stories of courage, renewal, and becoming yourself again If you have ever wondered whether love can still find you after loss if you know what it is to rebuild from the ruins if you long for a story that comforts, moves, and reminds you that it is never too latethis book is for you.Because the right love should never make you smaller.It should awaken you.

For readers of the Ninth House series looking to discover the real history behind the Aurelian Honor Society....The history of the Yale University landscape is often characterized by its Gothic spires and the cloistered nature of its senior societies; however, few organizations occupy a space as unique as the Aurelian Honor Society. Established in 1910, the society was born from a desire to bridge the gap between the disparate factions of the student body, specifically within the Sheffield Scientific School. While it began with an aim for transparency and university service, the passage of time and its inclusion among the "landed" societies of New Haven have imbued it with the same aura of mystery that surrounds its peers like Skull and Bones or Scroll and Key. This book explores the objective history of Aurelian, tracing its evolution from an honor-bound collective to a fixture of the Yale social elite.The organization was originally conceived by Lindell T. Bates and Loomis Havemeyer, two seniors who recognized that the fragmentation of the student body hindered the potential for unified leadership. At the time, the Sheffield Scientific School was separate from the Academic College, and its Greek system often fostered divisiveness. The Aurelian Honor Society was intended to be an antidote to this tribalism; it sought to gather the most capable seniors together regardless of their fraternity affiliations. By focusing on seven core areas of excellence, Scientific, Athletic, Literary, Oratorical, Executive, Scholarship, and Religious, the founders hoped to create a "single body radiating light" across the entire university.

In the dense fabric of American history, the Rollins Society remains one of the most enigmatic organizations to have navigated the shadows of political and social upheaval. While often mistaken for contemporary fraternal orders or civic clubs, this clandestine circle operated with a level of intentionality that bridged the gap between radical Reconstructionist activism and esoteric philosophy. The society emerged during a period of profound national transformation, serving as a silent engine for figures who sought to redefine the boundaries of power, gender, and racial identity in the post Civil War South. Unlike the well documented public efforts of the era, the inner workings of the Rollins Society were guarded by a strict code of silence; their records were often encoded within the language of domestic gatherings and salon culture.This book serves as an objective examination of the societys trajectory, moving from its foundational roots in the aristocratic circles of Charleston to its eventual dispersion across the northern United States. It explores the unique intersection of Catholic mysticism, Haitian revolutionary heritage, and the burgeoning suffrage movement that defined the organizations ethos. By examining both the public successes and the hidden rituals of its members, we can begin to understand how a small group of educated individuals exerted a disproportionate influence on the legislative and social landscape of South Carolina. The Rollins Society was not merely a collection of activists; it was a sanctuary for those who believed that the true work of liberty required a degree of separation from the scrutiny of a hostile public.

In the hallowed halls of academia, where tradition and mystery often intertwine, few organizations have maintained such a steadfast commitment to secrecy and social advocacy as the LSV society at the University of Missouri. Founded in 1908, this elusive sisterhood emerged during a period of significant social upheaval, providing a clandestine platform for women to challenge the patriarchal structures of higher education. Unlike many other Greek organizations that focused on social networking or academic prestige, LSV was rooted in a mission of service and the elevation of womens status on campus. For over a century, its members have operated under a veil of anonymity, known to the public only through their symbolic hooded appearances during the universitys annual Tap Day ceremonies. The history of LSV is not merely a record of a student club, rather, it is a narrative of female agency in the early twentieth century. At a time when women were often excluded from the most influential student leadership roles, the founders of LSV created their own sphere of influence. They operated in the shadows of the universitys older, all-male secret societies, such as QEBH and the Mystical Seven, yet they forged a path that was distinctly their own. The societys name remains one of its most closely guarded secrets, with members traditionally referring to the organization simply as "The Group." This silence was not just a performance of exclusivity, it was a tactical necessity, allowing women to organize and influence university policy without the immediate scrutiny or dismissal that often accompanied public female activism in the early 1900s.

Absolution without Remission: The Psychic Contract asks you to look past Donald Trump the man and into the mirror.Rather than treating Donald Trump as a oneoff aberration, this book uses him as a lens to expose the deeper bargain our civilisation has struck with itself: a psychic contract that promises power without responsibility, grievance without selfexamination, and absolution without change. It shows how this deal plays out not only in American rallies but also in Modis India, Erdoans Turkey, Netanyahus Israel, Brexit Britain, Davos boardrooms, and beyond.Across its chapters, the book traces how brittle masculinity, weaponised religion, racial and caste hierarchies, denial of grief, and a fantasy of endless progress all feed a politics that feels like "relief" to many, even as it accelerates collapse. It distinguishes the noisy theatre of demagogues from the quieter machinery that outlives them and asks what it would mean to grow up politically and emotionally in a civilisation trained to dodge limits and guilt.This is not a campaign book and not a neutral diagnosis. Its an invitation to deep discomfort: to recognise ourselves in the cracked mirror, to see how everyday habits of domination prepare the ground for grander tyrannies, and to contemplate what a different psychic contract might demand of usat home, at work, in our institutions, and in how we face the end of familiar stories.

Nothing in our world springs fully formed from nothingness. Every aspect of our reality from the countries on our maps to the values we hold dear was once just an idea in someones mind. These ideas were shaped by specific circumstances and needs. But once they took hold, we quickly accepted them as just the way things are, and in time, they congealed into the status quo. We now live among these human creations. So deeply entrenched have they become that we mistake them for the laws of nature. The Normalcy Illusion asks a simple but unsettling question: what if the world you call "normal" is the very thing putting us at risk?Drawing on hidden stories and overlooked evidence, this book reveals the slow-motion crises weve learnt not to see: the lifelong scars of childhood trauma, our quiet addiction to digital life, the erosion of community and elderhood, the disappearance of languages and indigenous worldviews, and an economic order that treats meaning, culture, and even human attention as commodities.From patriarchy and inequality to the worship of technology and "rational" progress, it shows how powerful systems decide whose lives matter, whose pain is ignored, and which futures are thinkable. Our borders, our ideas of success, and even the questions were allowed to ask are exposed as human inventionsfragile, biased, and open to change.This is not a manifesto of despair but an invitation: to see the cracks in our civilisations foundations before they give way and to imagine how life might look if we stopped mistaking illusion for inevitabilityand began to build a more honest, humane normal from the ground up.

Cardiac Imaging Integration: Practical InsightsCardiac imaging has evolved rapidly from isolated modality-based assessments to a complex, interconnected diagnostic ecosystem. In contemporary cardiovascular care, no single imaging technique can adequately address the anatomical, functional, and biological complexity of heart disease. Cardiac Imaging Integration: Practical Insights provides a comprehensive, clinically focused guide to the intelligent integration of multimodal cardiac imaging in real-world practice.This book bridges the gap between imaging technology and bedside decision-making. Rather than presenting imaging modalities in isolation, it emphasizes how echocardiography, cardiac CT, cardiac MRI, and nuclear cardiology complement one another across diverse clinical scenarios. Through disease-specific pathways, structured algorithms, and integrated case discussions, readers are guided on when to image, what modality to choose, how to interpret findings collectively, and how imaging directly informs patient management.Covering coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathies, valvular heart disease, heart failure, congenital and structural heart disease, and special populations, the text highlights practical imaging strategies aligned with contemporary clinical guidelines. Advanced topicsincluding parametric mapping, hybrid imaging, imaging-guided interventions, artificial intelligence, radiomics, and integration with electrophysiologyare presented in a clear, clinically relevant manner without unnecessary technical abstraction.The book is richly supported by:Real-world clinical cases illustrating multimodality decision-making Flowcharts and imaging algorithms for diagnostic and management pathways Tables summarizing strengths, limitations, and comparative roles of each modalityGuideline-based recommendations and consensus statements translated into daily practice Operational and organizational insights on building and running integrated imaging services Importantly, Cardiac Imaging Integration: Practical Insights goes beyond interpretation to address workflow, reporting standardization, multidisciplinary collaboration, education, and health-system considerations. It serves not only as a reference, but as a practical manual for implementing integrated cardiac imaging in modern cardiovascular practice.

How to Say No Without Guilt and Protect Your PeaceAre you exhausted from always saying yes? Do you feel drained, guilty, or resentfuldespite your best intentions?Boundaries Are Self-Respect is your practical guide to reclaiming your energy, protecting your peace, and living life on your terms. With actionable exercises, motivational guidance, and real-life examples, this book helps you: Identify where your energy is being drained Set clear, healthy boundaries without guilt Say no confidently without over-explaining Handle pushback from friends, family, and colleagues Rebuild self-trust and strengthen your inner confidence Embrace healthy relationships and meaningful connections Stop shrinking yourself to make others comfortable. Start honoring your needs, protecting your energy, and living fully. Your peace is not selfishits essential.Take the first step toward a life of clarity, confidence, and self-respect.

Prix Julia Verlanger 2024Dans une Europe en pleine transition écologique, le portrait poignant et lumineux de deux adolescents invités à conjuguer leur guérison avec celle de la Terre.2035. Ils s’app

Katherine et New York : une histoire d’amour.Elle y a vécu dix ans, elle y revient souvent. Arpente Manhattan, « trottine, émulsionne, bavarde ». Elle nous livre ses adresses, on rencontre ses amis –

A really remarkable, deeply moving bookRICHARD CURTISUtterly direct . . . The poems are passionate yet controlled, simple in form and sparing of imageryFINANCIAL TIMESLuke wright and this time its personal. But seriously, a highly original idea, expertly carried out JOHN COOPER CLARKEI was bawling from the first page and gulped it down in one swift swallowHOLLIE MCNISHWhat is a later life letter? Written by a childs social worker to be opened at an appropriate age, it details their journey from birth to adoption. When Luke Wright received his as a teenager, he didnt think much of it. But now, married to a social worker and seeing the care she takes with these letters, he re-examines his own past - and the life he might have had.Should he feel close to the biological brothers he knows only through social media? Do his beginnings in a notorious tower-block estate counteract the privilege of a sheltered suburban upbringing? How grateful should he be to adopted parents who are - in the end - simply parents?In this memoir in poetry, no emotion is simple or expected. Wright writes with pinpoint honesty, teasing out the nuances of family, memory and belonging, and illuminating the gaps in the familiar beats of an adoption story.When it comes to poetry, performing and family Luke Wright is a lifer. Read this book LEMN SISSAYMade me laugh, cry, think and shudder PETE DOHERTYIntimate and universal, epic and singular. Beautifully writtenJOELLE TAYLORA genius poet - funny, profound, life-changingJOHANN HARI

Un dia de finals dagost, a la convulsa Irlanda del Nord de lany 1981. Mentre un grup de joves presos de lIRA reclama lestatus de pres polític amb una vaga de fam que ja ha deixat víctimes mortals, a la granja dels Carney se celebra el dia de la collita: un dia de festa que es veura bruscament interromput per un esdeveniment inesperat.Lautor angles Jez Butterworth signa aquesta monumental historia familiar: una epopeia de lleialtats i fractures, de traicions i redempcions, que travessa el conflicte angloirlandes de lultim quart del segle XX i nexplora les consequencies intimes.

Les cartes entre dos dels poetes catalans més rellevants i admirats del segle XX. Salvador Espriu i Joan Vinyoli es van conèixer el 1935, quan tenien vint-i-pocs anys. El vincle damistat i dadmiració

Sie rettet Leben. Er versteckt das Blut der Konige. Gemeinsam trotzen sie der Geschichte...Schottischer Stolz, Uberzeugungskraft und Leidenschaft das ist Highland-Romantik vom Feinsten. Highland Krone, das erste Buch der Royal Highlander Trilogie.Unterschatze niemals die Kraft einer verliebten Frau...Inverness, 1820Diese legendare und mythologische Hafenstadt an der Nordsee, hinter der sich die Highlands erstrecken, ist ein Ort, an dem Rebellen aus den Highlands und englische Behorden in einem todlichen Kampf um Uberleben und Vorherrschaft aufeinanderprallen. Mitten im Getummel befindet sich eine hubsche junge Witwe, die uber seltene und besondere Gaben verfugt. GESUCHT: Isabella Murray DrummondIsabella, eine seltene Schonheit und ausgebildete Arztin, hat bei vielen Mannern Sehnsucht, Geheimnisvolles und Wut geweckt. Von der britischen Regierung und schottischen Rebellen gleichermaen gejagt, floh sie in die Highlands, um zu uberleben. Doch ein sterbender Schiffskapitan wird ihr Schicksal in noch sturmischere Gewasser lenken und ihr Herz in Flammen setzen. GEFUNDEN: Cinaed MackintoshAls Kind aus seinem Zuhause verstoen, ist Cinaed ein wild entschlossener Mann, der nur sich selbst treu ist bis Isabella auftaucht. Nun, da sie ihm das Leben gerettet hat und damit ihr eigenes noch mehr in Gefahr gebracht hat , gibt es nichts, was Cinaed nicht tun wurde, um Isabella zu beschutzen. Bald bleibt dem Paar keine andere Wahl, als Zuflucht im Dalmigavie Castle, dem Sitz der Familie Mackintosh, zu suchen, wo die skandalose Wahrheit uber Cinaeds Vergangenheit jede Chance auf eine glanzende Zukunft mit Isabella zunichte macht. Was mussen diese beiden unglucklichen Liebenden opfern, um fur immer zusammen zu sein? Rezension"Dieser neue Serienauftakt des Ehepaars McGoldrick (Schlaflos in Scotland) ist eine rasante, gut geschriebene Reise durch eine fiktive schottische Landschaft, die lose auf historischen Ereignissen basiert. Die Leser werden schnell von der Liebesgeschichte zwischen Cinead und Isabella gefesselt sein." Library Journal

Qui gouverne vraiment la France ? Les politiques…ou des juges que personne ne connaît ? Alors que les démocraties européennes sont en crise, un coupable tout trouvé s’impose : l’UE et sa Com

She cleans their house at night, when no one is watchingand that is when the house begins to remember. From its opening lines, The Housemaid at Midnight draws you into a sealed domestic world where silence is a weapon, routine is a disguise, and memory cannot be trusted. Ruth Calder survives by being invisible. As a live-in housemaid, she scrubs floors, folds clothes, and memorizes the rhythms of other peoples lives while keeping her own carefully buried. Taking a job with a seemingly perfect family in Colorado feels like a chance to start over. Instead, it becomes a trap she does not see closing.The house is immaculate, but the tension inside it is not. A teenage daughter watches too closely. A mothers calm feels rehearsed. A father avoids certain rooms altogether. Ruth notices everything. She always has. When the girl disappears without explanation, the household fractures overnight, and suspicion settles into every corner. Police questions turn invasive. Neighbors grow curious. And Ruth, who tells her story in blunt, intimate fragments, begins to realize that her memories do not line up with the evidence. Some moments are crystal clear. Others are missing entirely. The more she tries to help, the more the past pushes forward, demanding to be seen.This is a psychological domestic thriller where tension builds through proximity and restraint rather than spectacle. Short, relentless chapters shift between points of view, each one revealing a slightly different truth. What is said matters less than what is avoided. Ordinary spaces become threatening. Cleaning becomes surveillance. Familiar routines turn into rituals of control. Beneath the disappearance lies a shared history that reframes every relationship and forces a devastating question: what if the person trusted to keep the house safe is the one hiding the most?As buried identities surface and timelines collapse, the mystery transforms into something darker and more intimate. Guilt spreads. Loyalties blur. The truth, when it finally emerges, does not offer comfortonly clarity. The Housemaid at Midnight delivers a slow-burning, claustrophobic descent into psychological unease that lingers long after the final page. Enter the house. Stay up past midnight. And discover what happens when the one who sees everything can no longer hide from herself.