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Forever starts now.Paige Sparks has always played by the rulesvaledictorian, family girl, and now the no-nonsense office manager of her familys famous barbecue joint in the heart of Maris, Texas. While her cousins find love and start families of their own, Paige is stuck managing spreadsheets, supplier drama, and the crushing realization that predictability has become her entire life.When she decides to renovate the charming old house she just bought, hiring the new carpenter in town seems like the perfect solutionuntil she realizes the man holding the hammer is none other than Hudson Ryan. The same Hudson who tormented her in high school, then vanished without a trace.The years have changed Hudson. Beneath the tattoos and cocky grin is a man shaped by hardship, hard work, and hard-won redemption. Paige wants to believe people can change, but trusting Hudson may be the biggest risk shes ever taken.As the walls come downboth in the house and between their heartsold grudges ignite into something neither of them saw coming. In a town where everyone knows your name and your business, Paige and Hudson must decide if their unexpected spark is just a flicker of the past or the start of something real.

#4 in the "Pumi in Sumeria" series wherein Pumi continues his quest to find purpose by establishing a primitive hospital midway between the disease-ridden village of Lagash and Queen Liliths new city of Umma. Pumis life affects a parade of people whose lives will be someday be enshrined as Sumerian gods---Utu, who will establish himself as the "Rider of the sun, seer of all things"---Inanna, Utus twin sister, whose promiscuity and developing sexual prowess, will be remembered as the "Goddess of Sex"---Nergal, reluctant savior of his disease ridden tribe, will some day meet the cave obsessed Ereshkigal, and together become the masters of the underworld. The stories of Sulpae and Ninmah continue as does Liliths, whose all-consuming hatred of Pumi is erased by an act of cold fury.

"Travel the world through love stories and recipesone season at a time"Nuts About Love is a feast for the heart and sensesa second collection that whisks readers across the world, guided by the playful Muse of Aroma and Taste. From the snowy stillness of a Russian winter to the fragrant cherry blossoms of Japan, from the sultry rhythms of Central America to the quiet romance of Wales in bloom, each story is infused with flavor, aroma, and the many textures of love.Within these pages, love is found in unexpected places: a cursed necklace that carries its own legacy, a daring escape from a Russian winter, or a romantic stroll beneath lilac blossoms. Alongside every tale, youll discover a recipe that brings the story to lifedishes as varied as Runeberg Cakes from Finland, Guatemalan grilled chicken with salsa, or lilac vanilla mini cakes from Wales.Follow the seasons through stories and recipes that weave a global tapestry of taste, memory, and romance. Whether youre savoring "A Gift for Irinka," feeling the magic of "The Games," or indulging in "Love in the Lilacs," these tales will stay with you long after the final page. More than a cookbook, more than a story collection, Nuts About Love is a sensual invitation to cook, read, and share with those you love.Bring the world to your kitchen and your heart! Get your copy today - read, taste, and experience Nuts About Love.5 Star Reviews"This is a brilliant collection of unusual and different short stories.""I absolutely enjoyed this book. The mini stories are very captivating and the recipes are delicious and simple. I highly recommend this book if you like both short stories and cooking/baking!!!""Greens writing effortlessly bridges cultural boundaries, offering insights into how different societies cherish and express love through culinary traditions.""A worthy long term read and a delight for the mind and for the palate.""This book didnt just feed my heart it fed my soul. Each story felt like it was simmered slowly, steeped in emotion, and served with just the right amount of warmth."

Niemand wei, dass sie lebt. Niemand auer ihm. Tot zu sein war nicht so einfach, wie Karli gedacht hatte. Sie konnte niemanden anrufen, ihre Karten nicht benutzen und nirgendwo hingehen, wo es Kameras gab. Ihr Gesicht lief auf allen Kanalen, um Unterstutzung bei der Suche nach ihrem Morder zu sammeln. Ein Mann, der die falsche Frau getotet hatte. Ein Mann, der sie jagen und es zu Ende bringen wurde, wenn er wusste, dass Karli noch lebte. Cade wusste, dass die Frau in der Leichenhalle nicht die war, fur die sie alle hielten. Er kannte ihr Gesicht, jeden Millimeter davon, und sie lagen falsch. Er musste sie nur finden, die andere sie, und sie davon uberzeugen, ihm zu vertrauen. Als ein Fremder sie bei ihrem Namen nennt, sagen Karlis Instinkte ihr, dass sie weglaufen soll. Aber irgendetwas an ihm zieht sie in seinen Bann. Etwas, das sie dazu bringt, ihre Deckung fallen zu lassen. Etwas, das sie ihr Leben kosten konnte. Diesmal fur immer.

Axle Book 1Shes a wager, a gameIll pretend shes mine, such a pretty little lie.Im exactly the type of guy Elena should stay away from.Sweet, innocent women like her dont look for relationships in motorcycle clubs. Especially one as classy and out of my league as Elena.I cant resist swiping right on her dating profile for fun. I never imagined wed be a match. I know Id only be a quick thrill for her, but Im getting tired of the women at the clubhouse anyway.Then my club brother Viper goes and ups the stakes: he bets me one thousand dollars that I wont be able to have a relationship with Elena.With my wicked smile and flirty charm, she wont be able to resist me. And like my other hookups, I cant let it get personal.Until I let my guard down and she becomes my ride or die.Which means Ive got to make sure as hell that Elena never finds out about our bet Reaper Book 2I let her go once because she wasnt mine.This time, Ill die before I give her upI want her.That smile those curves.But Ava doesnt belong to me.Then she arrives in my clubhouse, seeking refuge. My gut churns at the sight of the bruises on her face, the fear in her eyes.Before I was the president of the War Brothers Motorcycle Club, I was a sniper in the military who hunted down evil men like her husband. Now I avoid relationships because the wounds I have are more than skin deep.But Avas different, and when I find her in the wrong bedroommy bedroomone night, what happens next changes everything.I let her go once because she was married, but I wont make the same mistake twice.Ill die before I let her dangerous husband, the jealous women in our club, or the enemy our club didnt see coming lay a finger on her.Because this time around, Ava is mine. Bomber Book 3I wont lose her again.But our family secrets could tear us apartIts been ten years since I was forced to let Zara go. I joined the military and fought hard to forget her, but since I returned home to become our clubs Sergeant at Arms, Ive always watched from afar to make sure shes safe.Now Zara is back in Crown Village on the anniversary of a traumatic event that changed her family forever. And I cant stay away.I can see the longing for me in her eyes, yet she hesitates to get too close. Shes scared to trust me again, and I dont blame her.When new information linked to her family tragedy comes to light, Im determined to help solve the mystery and find the answers she needs because the War Brothers MC protects our own.But digging up the past means revealing secrets that someone wants to remain dead and buried. And when theyre uncovered, they have the power to destroy our bond forever

Nessuno sa che è viva. Nessuno, tranne lui. Essere morta non era facile come Karli pensava. Non poteva chiamare nessuno, usare le sue carte, né farsi vedere in luoghi sorvegliati da telecamere. Il su

Three shells. One rat. With one chance to win and two to lose, which do you choose?Thanks to the turncoats gambit, the investigation has forced the CBI team to split up. After witnessing the birth of a potential new conspiracy, Onima and Jace are stuck at AECC headquarters while Kara and a small team are trapped at a distant station on the other side of the Confederation.All of them are up against politicians and uber-wealthy businesspeople, some of whom seem to be doing illicit things to get even more obscenely rich. Worse, theyre using clones as scapegoats for further distractions and misdirection.As the team works to understand the situation, they find more questions than answers, another Bureau team with a seemingly indifferent work ethic, and have more than one near-fatal encounter.If they fail, it could mean a breakdown of the Confederation, the economy, and throw the galaxy into chaos. Can they keep clonekind, the CBI, and the Confederation out of the crosshairs?To win this game, the team is going to need to turn over every shell.

They hunt the deadliest diseases. Now, theyre hunting a different kind of predator. A sinister pattern is emerging in the sweltering, rain-swept streets of Jakarta. Teenage boys from prominent families are vanishing, only to reappear as lifeless husks marked by a strange rash mimicking a deadly infection. Enter Dr. Michael Bond and Dr. Nathan Shaw. Former Navy SEALs, now elite covert operatives for the US government, are the team dispatched when medical mysteries turn murderous. Bond, the ER doctor with battlefield instincts, and Shaw, the world-renowned infectious disease specialist, are thrust into a clandestine world far more terrifying than any pathogen. From a shocking discovery outside an Aikido dojo to the high-tech labs of FKUI, Bond and Shaw unravel a conspiracy of terrifying scope. Teaming up with tenacious twin Indonesian detective sisters, they uncover a shadow organization profiting from the unspeakable. RED HARVEST is a relentless medical thriller that will leave you breathless. From the chilling opening to a daring aerial escape, Bond and Shaw face a ruthless enemy in a high-stakes battle where failure means an unthinkable cost. Prepare for a descent into a world where the healers become hunters, and the ultimate price is paid in blood.

Jake Callahan is the cocky, hotshot bull rider with a winning streak and an ego to match. When he challenges Kent Rustler, the older, grizzled champ, its supposed to be a simple bet: more winnings for Jake, or a humiliating loss. But Kents got a different kind of prize in mind: if Jake loses, he rides Kents eight-inch cock, bareback. Jake, too proud to back down, agrees, never imagining hell lose. But when the dust settles and the scores are tallied, Jake finds himself forced to straddle the champ.

Hes cold, calculating, and lethal. A killer.Hes also my hero.Finn Decker rescued me from a life in captivity, but not out of mercy. Im his key to destroying the Bratva leader who shattered both our lives. A pawn in his ruthless game of vengeance.I should be afraid. I should run.Instead, Im drawn to the darkness in his eyes, the craving he ignites, and the promise of retribution he offers. And I realizeI want him to use me in ways that have nothing to do with revenge.Only, its hard to tell if Im his leverage, his weakness, or something far more dangerous.His.Because in a war this savage, theres no room for mistakes.Or love.

A Tales Retold EpilogueTwo years after the events that changed her life inA Every Goose A Swan, Tallie de Lacey is marrying her true love, Prince Morgan. But on their wedding day, a mysterious melody lures the couple away from the palace for a special reunion with someone they thought they might never see again. What new secrets and revelations await them on this happiest of occasions?

Castleknob, the first story in the "Kudzu Clan" series, will grab your heart from the opening pages. A family of eight siblings, whose father is missing in action must fulfill the deathbed request of their mother to keep the family together! Faced with either separation or guardianship of their cruel, self-serving uncle, the eldest daughter considers the impossibility of an outcropping of rock their great-uncle had called Castleknob. This story is about the importance of family, endurance, perseverance, and an unyielding trust in God as they begin a new life struggling for survival in a wild and untamed wilderness.

The fire was only the beginning.From the ashes of her mothers lies, Aria Vale forged a fragile new life built on truth. But when the last of Vivienne Vales secrets is uncovered, Aria is forced to face the reflection shes always feared the woman she swore shed never become.Drawn back to the ruins where it all began, Aria discovers that some fires never die. They linger as light flickering, changing until they show you the way home.With the echoes of her past closing in, Aria must choose: surrender to the flames once more, or finally set herself free.

From childhood, Christopher Miles was fascinated by celluloid. This love of the moving image announced itself early: he was just 17 when the BBC screened his first film in 1957. To be a filmmaker, Miles had to sidestep parental plans to enrol him in the family steelworks. He had already been filming in communist China and Argentina when he escaped to Paris where he made his first professional film. Later, working mostly in Europe and America, Miles made a string of intriguing and unusual films, two exploring his obsession with D.H. Lawrence, others bringing works by Jean Anouilh and Jean Genet to the big screen. He writes revealingly of his relationship with his father, of whether he is related to the royal family, and of the host of key figures in the film industry he worked with. Among the stars of his films are Ian McKellen, Ava Gardner, John Gielgud, Susannah York, Franco Nero and Charlotte Rampling. This compelling account goes behind the scenes, setting the films in context and giving the reader a very personal view of contemporary film-making.

«Рассвет без страха» — книга о том, как внутренняя свобода одного человека способна пустить трещину по бетонной стене репрессивной системы.Глебу тридцать семь. Днем он слесарь-инструментальщик пятого

Cassius is missing! A journal of his last whereabouts, called The Consulate Archipelago, was sent to his former employer. Now, Matthew Boxelder, a search and rescue volunteer, was hired to find out what happened to Cassius, using the journal as a guide. Having read the journal is one thing; understanding the truth behind it is another, especially when the society is more advanced and more mysterious than Matthew thought. Even getting to the place that Cassius had written about was far stranger than he expected. Yet Matthew arrived at the archipelago, an island chain that determines who is worthy of moving on to Leserson Island. There he finds out that he does not have enough money to continue on and must get more currency somehow. What makes things even more difficult is that these islands are off the grid, with cell and internet service being sporadic at best. Matthew starts to understand that this is a multi-layered society, with some people being sponsored by families and organizations to breeze through a variety of challenges and then travel to Leserson Island. Others, who have come from many parts of the world, have to work there until they can go on. And even within that context, some jobs are more prestigious than others. Of course, the journal did not prepare Matthew for any of this. Nor did it prepare him for finding a published version of that same journal written in a foreign language. And so, Matthew Boxelder found himself in an ever-widening mystery with a continual swirl of questions: what happened to Cassius? Why were there published copies of Cassius Journal and who created them? Why were so many people interested in going to Leserson Island? And would he find a way to get off this archipelago?

Welcome to The Wolfs Mercy, a cozy little nightmare of a collection where compassion bites back and redemption sometimes wears fur. These tales wander through mist-soaked villages and haunted valleys, where the weather has opinions and the furniture might be keeping secrets. Youll meet Annamarie, who finds mercy in a wolfs yellow eyes; Dara, who pulls a half-dead man out of a frozen river and accidentally wakes something ancient; and Emily, who hears the bell that no one else dares to ring. Each story mixes folklore, psychological suspense, and a dash of something unexplainablelike a ghost who insists on making polite conversation.This is not a book of horror so much as of reckoning: people learning that love and fear are twins in different coats. The tone is lyrical, a little gothic, and occasionally funny in that way small towns are funny when the stakes involve both tea and damnation. If you enjoy stories that glow faintly in the dark and whisper, "Dont worry, its only the truth," then youll be right at home here.

Not many people leave the Mercenary Brotherhood alive either the training kills them, or the life does...Road of Bones and Other Stories follows the adventures of Dhulyn Wolfshead and her Partner Parno Lionsmane as they confront everything their own world and a few others can throw at them. No job is too big or small: from forgery, murder, kidnapping and slavery to battling disgruntled gods, trans-dimensional demons, mad mages and ghosts. And if theyre very lucky, theyll get paid.Collected together for the first time, Road of Bones and Other Stories contains ten stories, including two new stories exclusive to this collection. In the best tradition of Fritz Leibers Fahfrd and Grey Mouser stories, Road of Bones and Other Stories is a sword-and-sorcery lovers delight."Blind Reckoning" "Footprints of the Hound" "A Souls Second Skin" "The Forgers Art" "Doorways in the Sand" "Road of Bones" "Isle of Fog" "Mercenary Code" "Ghostwind" "With Any Luck"Praise for the Dhulyn and Parno novels:"Its science fiction fantasy at its best. ... Malans written a classic fantasy novel that manages to be fresh and compelling. I highly recommend The Sleeping God." Charlaine Harris, New York Times bestselling author on The Sleeping God"Malan showed a seamless mastery [and] enviable skill with action and setting." Julie Czerneda, author of In The Company Of Others on The Sleeping God"[A]s with similar books by Fritz Leiber, Jennifer Roberson, and Simon R. Green, the real joy in the interplay between the two partners. ... Easily the best of the authors three novels to date." Critical Mass on The Soldier King"Terrific fight scenes, excellent character development and just the right amount of political intrigue make for a great fantasy read." Monsters and Critics on The Storm Witch"The pace is fast, smooth and flawless [Path Of The Sun is] the best book of the series [...] expands upon an already fascinating world." Monsters and Critics on Path of the Sun

Late into the longest night, a certain magic stirs.Daring demons, sassy spirits, winsome witches, and humble humansnone can resist the magic of the winter solstice. Rich with imagination, brimming with heart, and blazingly hot, this cozy anthology spans worlds near and far to bring you nine timeless stories of sapphic love.The Difference Between Christmas and Yule by Tilly Bramley - Human Forensic Scientist x Lillith DemonessTidal Affairs by Emlyn Gray - Human Sailor x Potions WitchIts Cute What a Mess You Are by Imogen Knowed - Ice Witch x Fire WitchSolstice Faerie Surprise by Amelia Lascaux - Wind Witch x Three Faerie VisitorsWitches, Wishes, and Wax by Maya Maitea - Fire Witch x Ice WitchOut of the Woods by Kenzie James - Green Witch x Mysterious WomanSniffles and Sonnets by Melissa Montecuollo- Sniffly Human x Winsome Witch Moonstar and Firelight by E. K. Darnell - Frost Bat Shifter x Pink WitchThe Spirit of Forlorn Flames by Bethany Baker - Human Analyst x Sentient Candle SpiritYULETIDE YEARNING: A SAPPHIC SOLSTICE ANTHOLOGY collects nine romantic sapphic short stories by queer indie authors. Here youll find forced proximity, enemies to lovers, insta-lust, inconvenient mating bonds, secret pining, a pet raven, hot apple cider, fresh cookies, cozy cabins, potions, spells, and more. These sweet, spicy, and witchy stories of sapphic love will keep you warm through the longest night of the year.

In the second act of life, will she finally come first?After decades of holding everyone else together, Celia Hart returns to Stillwater Springs burned out and broken-hearted. Her marriage is over, her grown son still needs mothering, and her fathers slipping memory means he needs more help than she can give. The hometown that once felt too small now feels too full of ghostsespecially Bo Porter, the boy next door turned man she never stopped wanting.Once upon a time, Bo and Celia were inseparable. Until high school turned him into the golden boy: football star, prom king, and boyfriend to the head cheerleader. Celia was the quiet one, the fixer, the friend who faded into the background. And even now, with Bo widowed and her own husband long gonerun back to his first love, no lessshe cant shake the feeling that shes always been someones second choice.Surrounded by old girlfriends with their own unfinished business, Celia wonders if its not too late to choose herself. To love without losing. And to stop surviving long enough to actually live.Heartfelt, sexy, and full of bone-deep truth, Still the One is a story for every woman who thought she had to earn rest, prove her worth, or carry it all alone. Sometimes, coming home isnt about starting overits about finally letting yourself belong.