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A queens ambition. A kingdom on the edge. One womans hunger for power will set Portugal ablazeunless shes devoured first.A queens ambition. A kingdom on the edge. One womans hunger for power will set Portugal ablazeunless shes devoured first.Portugal, 1367. The court is a powder keg, and Leonor Teles de Meneses is the spark. Born noble, married off for duty, Leonor aches for morefreedom, passion, a place at the heart of power. Her wit is sharp, her enemies sharper. Her king? Hes both lover and battleground.As the crown changes heads and alliances shift like sand, Leonor fights for a voice in a world that wants her silent. Shes hemmed in by jealous sisters, a mother-in-law from hell, and a husband whod rather write poetry than rule. But when the kings eye lands on her, the stakes soar. Now, every whispered rumor, every stolen glance, every calculated risk could mean everythingor nothing.Palace intrigue, forbidden love, and betrayal pulse through every corridor. In this world, trust is a luxury, and secrets are currency. Leonors choices will tip the scales of dynastic conflict and decide the fate of a kingdom hungry for an heir.If you crave the courtly drama and rich detail, get ready to lose yourself in a tale of ambition, desire, and survivalwhere every move could be your last.

Three-time Hugo Award finalist Yoon Ha Lee returns to science fiction with a swashbuckling space opera fighting against an evil empire trying to erase history.In the stars-spanning Censorate, languages other than the Republics own lingua rubra, which has reality-altering properties, are forbidden. Nevertheless, there are discrepancies. The Censorates star forces are called the Athenaeum Navy, and each of its ships is referred to as a codex. Instead of port and starboard, its soldiers refer to verso and recto. The unholy stigmata gouged into the ships hulls might, to a foreign scholar, bear a resemblance to verboten texts in other languages. The Censorate is ruled by its Peacock, Aurelia, feared for the power of panopticon: she can look through anyones eyes. Moreover, Aurelias mastery of lingua rubra lets her force anyone who can understand her to follow her orders. Valentina, sold to Aurelias family as a child to be Aurelias oath-sister and companion, is its Swan, responsible for extracting useful information from foreign texts, then destroying them as well as entire languages through arcane arts. Valentina is assisted in her work by lower-ranking linguists and AI assistants who accept temporary contamination by foreign languages as a necessity of their work. But this isnt enough for Aurelia. She wants to control and deploy the Censorates thousand-year traitor and prisoner, the Basilisk, a man with a gaze so lethal that he destroyed its fleet of old through camera feeds. Unfortunately for her, the Basilisk gave himself a form of aphasia that makes him immune to her commands.

FROM #1 BESTSELLING AUTHOR ALEX JAMES ECCLESTON"Alex James Ecclestons Imagination is on a Grand Scale!" Stewart BintHE WATCHES. HE WAITS. HE WANTS HER.Its October 2008, and Brooke Jackson is on the brink.Shes struggling to make ends meet, caring for her baby boy while trying to piece together a shattered relationship. When she returns from maternity leave, the company has collapsed, leaving her jobless overnight. Desperate for stability and buried beneath relentless bills, she accepts a job at a small corner shop her last chance to survive. Until her new boss offers her a lifeline that could wipe away her debts and give her son the life he deserves at a price.Spencer White has been nothing but kind to Brooke.A friend, a confidant, her boss, and an easy solution to all her financial problems. But beneath the warm smiles and gentle manner lies a dark obsession, one that tightens its grip with every passing day.When Brooke makes a chilling discovery, she realises shes been living under a false sense of security. The man she trusted most has been keeping secrets. Dangerous ones.And now, hes ready to make sure she understands the truth: They belong together.No matter what it takes.And she will be perfect.The Shopkeeper is an utterly addictive, heart-pounding stalker thriller from the bestselling author of One Step Closer.

New York Times bestselling author Liliana Hart delivers another heart-pounding Dynamis Security thriller where danger and desire collide.Elena Navarro survived hell seven years ago when the Ramos cartel left her for dead in a Mexican alley. Now shes rebuilt her life at Dynamis Security, using her tactical brilliance to save lives from behind a computer screen.But the cartel hasnt forgotten her.When they kidnap Elenas niece and demand she return to Mexicoaloneshes ready to sacrifice everything. Theres just one problem: Navy SEAL Brock Carter wont let her go. Hes loved her since the night he pulled her broken body from that alley, and hes not about to lose her now.One desperate mission. One last chance at justice. And a love worth fighting for.

Her child is missing, and theres only one man who can help. Walker St. Brown has more regrets than he can count. The things hes done, the people hes hurt, he will never forgive himself for the pain he caused. His penance is a life of solitude and service. He deserves worse, but eliminating anything that brings him happiness is his only path forward. Until his biggest regret walks through the door and demands his help. Not actually his help. Shes looking for his boss. But she found Walker. And shes not happy about it. Fiona gave up on the man she loved years ago. The pain of losing him was more than she could bear, so she moved on. She built a life without him. She never intended, or wanted, to see him again. But her son, the child shes devoted herself to, is gone. And Walker is her only hope to bring her son back alive.

For parents walking the path of raising a neurodivergent child, this memoir brings courage and hoperevealing that beyond ADHD and other complex challenges lie the gifts of resilience, purpose, and unfathomably profound love.The moment Jennifer Gay Summerss adopted daughter, Lee, took her first steps, joy filled the houseand the chase began. Jennifer was swept into a whirlwind of motherhood with a bold, curious child wired without brakes.Drawing strength and wisdom from her years of teaching at-risk high school students, Jennifer became Lees fiercest advocate. An ADHD diagnosis was just the beginning. Sensory and learning disabilities, along with anxiety and depression, followed, creating a mountain of neurodivergent challenges. With Lee stuck in a school system ill equipped to handle children with mental health struggles, Jennifer was forced to come to grips with losing every last traditional parenting expectationand in doing so found a deeper meaning to her life, turning hardship into joy.More than a memoir, Chasing Lee encourages parents of neurodivergent children to shift perspectives and find valuable survival tools using compassionate guidance and hard-won hope. Jennifers inspirational story shines a light on the humanity that connects us, no matter the disabilities or labelsand is a testament to the power of unconditional love and the freedom found in letting go.

Dream bigger. Rise higher. Take on the world. Plan To Take On the World! is more than a bookits a spark that ignites possibility. Roman Tsunder, co-founder of the cultural movement PTTOW!, distills lessons from some of the worlds most iconic leaders, creators, and changemakers into an inspiring guide for unleashing your passion and purpose in your everyday work and life. With Plan To Take On the World! as your map, you will embark on your own heros journey. Youll uncover the source of your energy, align with what lights you up, and learn a framework you can return to anytime you feel stuck, off-track, or disconnected from your truth. Its not always easy. But its always worth it. And this book is here to guide the way. Through stories of visionaries, creatives, and influencers like Quincy Jones, Kelly Slater, Paris Hilton, among countless others, Tsunder reveals how bold ideas and resilient mindsets can transform not just personal lives but entire companies and communities. You will learn how to: Reframe success so its not just about titles or trophies, but about alignment, clarity, and energy that drives you Uncover your origin story and tap into the deeper motivation that fuels bold ideas Transform fear into fuel, turning challenges and setbacks into the spark for growth Expand your vision and impact by embracing collaboration, creativity, and the courage to think bigger Walk away changed, with a repeatable framework you can return to anytime you feel stuckmoving from insight to real-world transformation With its mix of practical exercises, unforgettable stories, and powerful invitations to think bigger, Plan To Take On the World! is a roadmap for leaders, teams, and organizations who want to bring more energy, creativity, and meaning to their current work and life. Whether youre a CEO recharging your companys mission, a leader seeking to inspire your team, or an individual ready to discover purpose and joy in your life, this book is a roadmap to help you and your organization thrive. Its a call to ignite passion, align with purpose, and step boldly into the impossibletogether.

A poignant novel of love under fire about a woman who must find the courage to face an uncertain futureand an impossible choice.Baltimore, 1986. Julia and Matt are newlyweds, in love and eager to begin graduate school. Julia longs to leave behind haunting memories of her mothers devastating decline in Maryland, but she unexpectedly learns the truth her father has hidden: Her mother died of a fatal genetic illness. Julia now faces a 50 percent chance of inheriting the same fate, and every child she longs to have will carry the same risk.When an unplanned pregnancy rocks their careful plans, Julia and Matt face agonizing uncertainty and impossible choices. Desires and convictions pull them toward starkly different paths, each possibly leading to misery.As the couple struggles to protect the fragile, fierce love that first bound them together, they face the cost of secrets and the ache of betrayalbut they also discover the hope of forgiveness.

Fans of Joan Didions The Year of Magical Thinking and Blue Nights will find inspiration in this mothers memoir about the year following her sons sudden death.When Marcy learns her beloved forty-five-year-old son, Michael, has died, she refuses to believe it. He was her only child. Later, she blames herself because she didnt recognize the signs of his illness. She has disturbing dreams about not saving him and spirals through the various stages of grief as she waits months for the coroner to render a cause. But the fifth and final stage of grief, Marcy rejects. In her mind, if she accepts Michaels death, he wont ever return.ThePorcelain Heart chronicles her raw emotional journey the year following Michaels death. Marcy endures all the firsts without himthe holidays, his birthday. She joins grief groups, remembers frightening and fun times together, questions whether she was a good mother, and tries to distract herself with travel. She creates a golf scholarship in his name and commissions a stone people and pet fountain to be built on the path where he used to hike.Her journey culminates when she takes his ashes to his favorite place, a lake in the Blue Ridge Mountains, and finally begins moving toward acceptance.

From an acclaimed screenwriter comes a provocative, propulsive debut novel about a billionaire tech visionary who creates a method to stop aging, putting him in the crosshairs of an extremist group and forcing a tense reunion with his estranged son, who is dying of old age.Paul Whitmore, the worlds wealthiest man, begins each day on his secluded Marin, California, estate with a guided meditation, an hour of exercise, and a proprietary nutritional shake. These are the first three steps in a strict, monastic protocol known as the Methoda protocol which arrests the aging process. Paul is 122 years old, yet he appears no older than fifty; he has unlocked the secret to eternal life and is ready to bring his breakthrough to market. The world is poised to enter a post-aging future.But not everyone wants Paul to succeed, and his enemies are prepared to use violence to keep the Method from launching. Alone in his private Xanadu, Paul is well-insulated from the steady stream of death threats. But when a new threat emerges that targets Pauls estranged son, Max, he is forced to take action. Max is eighty-five years old, living in a nursing home, and has not spoken to his father since he was a child. As far as hes concerned, Paul Whitmore can rot in hell. Paul brings Max to his compound to protect him, but the real test soon becomes clear: can he care for his son? Is it ever too late to be a father? Is it ever too late to be a son? Unfortunately, the answers to these questions require timeand time is suddenly in short supply. The men who have threatened his son are coming for them both, and the gates surrounding his compound are less secure than he realizes.A page-turner with unusual depth and substance, The Natural Order grapples with issues of technology, mortality, and the true value of time.

A plucky writer of spells must team up with a frustratingly charming magician to uncover the secrets of a dangerous grimoireand maybe open her heart in the processin this light academia young adult romantasy perfect for fans of Margaret Rogerson.No one is allowed past the gargoyles guarding the doors of Thistledown Library. Spellwright Fia Ives should knowfor months shes hoped to be admitted inside to find a magic powerful enough to locate her late mothers spellbook. One midnight, she finally breaks in, only to discover three mysterious figures already searching the forbidden stacks.When the library announces the theft of a dangerous grimoire, suspicion falls on Fia. The only way to clear her name is to root out the thieves she spied that night. However, solving a magical theft isnt easy while running her inherited spellshop alone. So Fia hires the first person who applies to helpthe insufferably charming Penbrook Madbury, who is as sleepy as a cat and just as stubborn. Fia isnt sure she can trust him with her reckless plan (let alone her beloved shop), but theres something about the secretive magician that tempts her to try.As a strange magic curls through town, Fia must risk her own heart to unravel a string of curses before they claim both her and Penbrook. And if some of those curses require kisses to break them, well, thats just the whimsy of magic.

Welcome to the most magical bakery -- Witchycakes! Little Blue, a witch-in-training, uses magic to help their mama set up for the most magical time of year. Cozy up with this sweet chapter book with irresisitible full-color art on every page!In a magical bakery called Witchycakes theres a young witch-to-be named Blue. Blues Mama bakes with magic and Blue makes the deliveries! Its a full moon at the most magical time of year -- Remembering Time. The celebration is a moment for looking back and sharing with friends and family. Who will show up to the party? What surprises will there be? Blue is about to find out!Cook up some love with Blue as they use magic and problem-solving to be the best helper they can be in their whimsical little town. And theres a special magical recipe at the end of each book!Dont miss a single book in the most magical chapter book series! Witchycakes #1: Sweet Magic | Witchycakes #2: Changing Magic | Witchycakes #3: Puddles & Potions

The heartwarming story of a childs enchanting dreamtime adventure on the eve of Three Kings Day.Its the night before the Three Kings Day feast, and an excited little boy is trying to fall asleep, but he cant because the three majestic Kings suddenly appear outside his window! Before he knows it, hes riding a camel and traveling with them through a vast desert, following a star that leads them to a tiny stable and a precious newborn baby. The Three Kings all have wonderful gifts for the baby Jesus, and the little boy wishes to give something, toobut what could that be?Filled with the wonder and magic of Christmas and Epiphany, this enchanting tale celebrates the joy of giving, which shines through in a simple yet profound act of kindness.

Borealis is a brand-new franchise, marking an exciting evolution in its storytelling approach. Unlike its predecessor, Borealis takes a more cinematic and grounded direction, featuring realistic character development, mature themes, and a narrative that explores the complexities of human nature in a harsh, unforgiving world. Borealis marks the beginning of an expansive multimedia franchise that extends far beyond gaming. The property encompasses a series of novels that delve deeper into the lore and character backstories, multiple video game installments planned across different platforms and genres, graphic novels and comic series exploring side stories and alternate perspectives, potential film and television adaptations currently in early development, and a range of merchandise, including art books, collectibles, and apparel.

Wall Street Journal & USA Today Bestselling Author Glenna Maynard delivers a brand-new dark and gritty MC romance set in the Kings of Anarchy MC shared world. Alivia New job. Check. New house. Check. A hot as sin neighbor who happens to be an outlaw. Check. When I found out my boyfriend was a con man, I packed my bags and left town in the middle of the night. I ran to the one place I knew Id be safe. Anarchy, California. My hometown and the place I swore never to return to. Not after I walked in on Lowell aka Soulless with a club bunny in his bed. He broke my heart and now hes living next door. When trouble comes knocking on my door he swears to protect me, but hes what I fear most. I wont survive falling for him a second time. SoullessMy ex is back and shes prettier than ever. I broke her heart and have never forgiven myself for it. The day I lost her I became a heartless bastard. Soulless. Vowing Id never hurt someone the way Id hurt her again. I dont do love and relationships, but life is giving me a second chance to atone for my sins when she not only returns home but moves in next door to me. When the trouble she left behind comes knocking, I answer the call to protect her. Alivia is mine and shell always be mine. Property of Soulless is a standalone dark motorcycle club romance featuring a sassy female lead and an over the top possessive morally gray alpha hero. Book 4 of Kings of Anarchy MC: California.

Marshall Hayes is living the dreamrookie season in the NHL, a new home, and a future that looks unstoppable. The only problem? His neighbor. Lilah is infuriating, gorgeous, and every word out of her mouth makes him want to bite back. Their clashes are explosive, their chemistry undeniable, and one reckless kiss proves neither of them can resist the fire.She swears itll never happen again. He knows better. Because every time they collidewhether its at midnight on his doorstep or across a crowded barthe heat between them threatens to consume them both.Enemies, lovers, or something dangerously in between Marshalls about to learn that the hardest battles arent fought on the ice, but in the heart.

Something old, something new, something deadly.Life is moving in a new direction for podcaster Joss Miller as she plans her wedding and officially takes over managing the Rebecca Montgomery Center. When she steps into a Charleston bridal boutique, she finds her dream dressand her next cold case for Cold Justice Podcast.The boutique owner shares the story of a bride, a talented young actress and dancer, who went missing days before her wedding. As Joss investigates, she uncovers jealousy, ambition, and dark secrets in Charlestons theater world. If Joss isnt careful, digging into one brides tragic past may destroy her own chance at happily ever after.

Retrieval Augmented Generation, or RAG, is the gold standard for using domain-specific data, such as internal documentation or company databases, with large language models (LLMs). Creating trustworthy, stable RAG solutions you can deploy, scale, and maintain at the enterprise level means establishing data workflows that maximize accuracy and efficiency, addressing cost and performance problems, and building in appropriate checks for privacy and security. This book shows you how. It goes beyond the theory and proof-of-concept examples you find in most books and online discussions, digging into the real issues you encounter deploying and scaling RAG in production. In this book, youll build a RAG-based information retrieval app that intelligently assesses data from common business sources, chooses the appropriate context for your LLM, and even writes custom SQL queries as needed. Inside Enterprise RAG youll learn: Build an enterprise-level RAG system that scales to meet demand RAG over SQL databases Fast, accurate searches Prevent AI hallucinations Monitor, scale, and maintain RAG systems Cost-effective cloud services for AIAbout the bookEnterprise RAG teaches you to build production-ready RAG systems. The guide draws from author Tyler Suards real-world experience developing effective RAG solutions for Fortune 500 companies. Learn to utilize agent-based retrieval, triage logic, query rewriting, and other cutting-edge strategies for effective RAG. Plus, essential tips and advice ensure you can sidestep RAGs landmines and handle common problems, from picking the right LLM to handling hallucinations and inaccurate completions.About the reader For software developers proficient in Python.About the authorTyler Suard is a Senior AI Researcher and Developer at a fortune 500 company.

Another body turned up on the lakes shore, adding a chilling piece to the complex, deadly web being spun in Southern Louisiana.As the office manager at Black Widow Security, I spent my days juggling clients, fueling a relentless coffee habit, and holding the line when the team dived headfirst into danger.We were more than coworkers; we were family, and Id do whatever it took to keep them safe. So when an opportunity came to join our newest teammate on reconnaissance, I didnt hesitate.Tavo Vega was desperate to find his cousin and hellbent to get under my skin.Id thought the marines had taken everything I had to give, but what started as a missing persons case was spiraling into something far darkerfar deadlierthan any of us anticipated.The Black Widow team was trying to stay ahead of the game, but nothing, not even the fierce woman by my side, would stop me from chasing the truth. With Mariela gone, Id burn every bridge, break every rule, and tear through every lie to find her.I also wanted to build something unbreakable with Becca, but the chaos may rip it apart first.

A debut memoirists hopeful and brave coming-of-age story of surviving a turbulent youthneglected first by her father, then as a teen in foster careand going on to find a sense of belonging and a new lease on life in a semi-nomadic Kenyan community.Eager to leave her life as a foster child behind, Robin Rosenbluth travels to a remote village in northern Kenya called Songa in 1973. As a white college student, she arrives in a desert-like environment to teach elementary school to Samburu and Rendille children. While befriending the residents, she learns to live in a mud hut, survive without modern conveniences, skin a cow, and kill a chicken for dinner.Robin weaves stories about the challenges she faced growing upher mothers early death, her fathers abandonment, and her years in foster carewith her account of her time in Songa. As the only Jewish resident in a village influenced by Christian missionaries, she strives to fit in: adapting to the intense heat, endless insects, and close encounters with wild animals. Over time, she develops close friendships with a local teacher and a woman who becomes her surrogate mother, participates in local customs, and makes a place for herself in Songa.Offering vivid insight into why a love-starved nineteen-year-old from New York City would choose to relocate to the other side of the world, Living with Strangers is a poignant chronicle of one young womans search for a place to belong.