Download or read book Can t Hold Back written by Serena Bell and published by Jelsba Media Group. This book was released on 2019-03-26 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A wounded hero. The woman who can heal his pain. And a second chance for both of them. Alia Drake loves her new job at the R&R veterans retreat. But there are certain lines a physical therapist can’t cross, and she’s face to face with one. Her newest patient is Nate Riordan. Alia and Nate have a history—and not one she’s proud of. Alia knows she has to ignore her feelings for Nate and keep her hands on the parts of him she’s treating. Besides, she long ago gave up any claim she could have to his heart. Nate craves Alia’s touch, and not just the professional version. But he needs to keep his eyes on the prize and his feet firmly on the path he’s chosen: His Army buddy died on his watch, and Nate has promises to keep. His intense attraction to Alia—and the things she makes him want—have no part in his mission. Or so he tells himself, until his willpower knuckles under to the hottest temptation he’s ever faced.… “Sweet, realistic and sexy as hell . . . I inhaled this book on a wet Sunday afternoon, and it was time well spent! Serena Bell writes some seriously smart, funny and sexy stories. They always hit you right in the gut.”—I Love Romantic Fiction “The story was intense, passionate, thought-provoking, heartbreaking, and gave me a true glimpse of what life is like for soldiers returning home … Definitely a series everyone should add to the top of their reading lists, it is sure to satisfy all of your reading needs and then some!!”—Reds Romance Reviews “Can’t Hold Back is a steamy romance, but it’s also so much more. You can’t help but love Alia and Nate and their journey together …. I love it when authors really make me feel something and when I end up sad a book is over.” —The Book Dutchesses “Oh my goodness—there wasn’t much I didn’t love about this book. It was sweet, it was steamy, and it was filled with angst. … The writing was fabulous and the story line was entertaining. I love this series. Serena always delivers the best romantic yet steamy reads!”—Avid Reader “With deceit and forgiveness, pain and addiction, healing and a second chance at love, Can’t Hold Back has it all. You do not want to miss this sexy story of a soldier coming home.”—Wendy S. Marcus, award-winning author of All I Need Is You

Download or read book Hold Back the Stars written by Katie Khan and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-05-23 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A startling and evocative novel, harkening to both One Day and Gravity, a man and a woman revisit memories of their love affair on a utopian Earth while they are trapped in the vast void of space with only ninety minutes of oxygen left. After the catastrophic destruction of the Middle East and the United States, Europe has become a utopia and, every three years, the European population must rotate into different multicultural communities, living as individuals responsible for their own actions. While living in this paradise, Max meets Carys and immediately feels a spark of attraction. He quickly realizes, however, that Carys is someone he might want to stay with long-term, which is impossible in this new world. As their relationship plays out, the connections between their time on Earth and their present dilemma in space become clear. When their air ticks dangerously low, one is offered the chance of salvation—but who will take it? An original and daring exploration of the impact of first love and how the choices we make can change the fate of everyone around us, this is an unforgettable read.

Download or read book Can t Hold Back A Forced Proximity Opposites Attract Protector Romantic Suspense written by Lori Sjoberg and published by Lori Sjoberg. This book was released on 2019-02-28 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Dorcas Otero’s sister goes missing, and all signs point to foul play, she’s forced to turn to security specialist Nate Flint for help. The sexy man has all the right skills…and a smile that can turn almost any no into a yes. But he’s also on her don’t-touch list, because she doesn’t have time in her life for a man who likes to hit it and quit it. There’s more to Nate than meets the eye, though he prefers to hide it behind a veneer of smooth-talking charm. He can have any woman…except for Dorcas, the sexy Latina he really wants. But when she’s threatened, he knows it’s time to strip away the bad boy image and show her just how much she means to him. He’s been trained to handle almost any situation and will do anything to keep her safe, but the hardest part might be convincing her that she was always meant to be his. *Please note: when the clothes come off, the bedroom door stays open. Also, characters use profanity, because sometimes, “gosh darn it, you big meany-head” just doesn’t cut it. --- Read what others are saying about Lori Sjoberg’s Novels: "A highly enjoyable, intelligently written story." — New York Journal of Books on Grave Intentions "A fun and satisfying read for fans of paranormal and supernatural romance." — Library Journal on Grave Destinations --- Read the entire Six Points Security series! Trouble in a Tight Dress Danger in a Dive Bar Indecent Obsession Can’t Hold Back Beyond the Breaking Point Deadly Deception --- Topics: Southern alphas, Six Points Security, romantic suspense series, feisty heroine, protector, hot sexy read, fun read, action romance, military, alpha male, family saga, happy ever after, strong heroine, smart heroine, Russian mafia, forbidden love, humor. contemporary romance, military romance, series, mystery, funny romance, modern romance, urban romance, Florida romance, city romance, road trip romance, smart romance, lighthearted romance, hot romance, sexy, heartwarming, heart-warming, family, love, love books, kissing books, emotional journey, contemporary, romance series, long series, long romance series, former military, sassy, strong heroine, captivating romance, hot romance, forbidden love, forbidden desires, sparks, loyalty, swoon, rescue, kidnap, justice, claiming, defending, protect, damsel in distress, drama, action and adventure, action romance, romantic. Other readers of Sjoberg's books enjoyed books by: Riley Edwards, Caitlyn O'Leary, Maryann Jordan, Susan Stoker, Katie Reus, Dale Mayer, Lynn Raye Harris, Cat Johnson, Alexis Abbott, Meli Raine, Nicole Elliot, Lori Ryan, Kristin Ashley, Kris Michaels, Brittney Sahin, Sharon Hamilton, Catherine Cowles, Lexi Blake, Piper Davenport, Leslie North, Morgan James, Stephanie St. Klaire, Abbie Zanders, Lani Lynn Vale, and Kristen Proby.

Download or read book Hold Back the Tide written by Melinda Salisbury and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 2021-01-05 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From internationally bestselling, acclaimed author Melinda Salisbury comes a darkly seductive story of murder, betrayal, love, and monsters in a small town in the Scottish Highlands. Here are the rules of living with a murderer.One: Do not draw attention to yourself.It's pretty self-explanatory -- if they don't notice you, they won't get any ideas about killing you. Be a ghost in your own home, if that's what it takes. After all, you can't kill a ghost.Of course, when you live with a murderer, sit opposite them for every meal, share a washroom and a kitchen, sleep a mere twelve feet and two flimsy walls away from them, this is impossible. Even the subtlest of spectres is bound to be noticed. Which leads to the next rule.Two: If you can't be invisible, be useful.Everyone in this quiet lakeside community knows that Alva's father killed her mother, all those years ago. There wasn't enough proof to arrest him, though, and with no other family, Alva's been forced to live with her mother's murderer, doing her best to survive until she can earn enough money to run away.One of her chores is to monitor water levels in the loch -- a task her father takes very seriously. His family has been the guardian of the loch for generations. It's a cold, lonely task, and a few times, Alva can swear she feels someone watching her. The more Alva investigates, the more she realizes that the truth can be more monstrous than lies. And while you might be able to outrun anything that emerges from the dark water, you can never escape your past . . .

Download or read book Don t Hold Back written by David Platt and published by Multnomah. This book was released on 2024-03-26 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The New York Times bestselling author of Radical challenges Christians to break free from an American gospel that prostitutes Jesus for comfort, power, prosperity, and politics—and fully pursue the true gospel that exalts Jesus above all. Pastor David Platt believes we’ve gotten really good at following a really bad gospel—one that worships American ideas over biblical truth. It’s time for disillusioned, discouraged, and divided Christians, and the next generation, to follow Jesus into a different future. But we have to make a choice: an American gospel or the biblical gospel. Worldly division or otherworldly unity. Compromise with the idols of our country or commitment to God’s call in our lives. In Don’t Hold Back, Platt encourages followers of Jesus to take necessary risks and find unimaginable reward as we: • Work for—not against—each other, especially when we disagree • Turn the tide on centuries of racial division in the church • Trust all of God’s Word with conviction while loving everyone around us with compassion • Do justice with kindness, and experience the good life according to God • Play our part in spreading the gospel to all the nations of the world We can experience the full wonder of Jesus and transcendent beauty of his church here and now. But in order to do so, some things need to be different. Starting not in “those people,” but in each one of us. With the gospel in our hearts and God as our prize, let’s press on and don’t hold back.

Download or read book Hold Your Own written by Kae Tempest and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2015-03-10 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From playwright, novelist, spoken-word star, and the youngest-ever winner of the Ted Hughes Award, an electrifying poem-sequence based on the myth of the gender-switching prophet Tiresias. My heart throws its head against my ribs, / it's denting every bone it's venting something it has known since I arrived and felt it beat. Walking in the forest one morning, a young man disturbs two copulating snakes--and is punished by the goddess Hera, who turns him into a woman. So begins Hold Your Own, a riveting tale of youth and experience, wealth and poverty, sex and love, that draws ancient figures into a fiercely contemporary vision. Weaving elements of classical myth, autobiography and social commentary, Tempest uses the story of the blind, clairvoyant Tiresias to create four sequences of poems, addressing childhood, manhood, womanhood, and late life. The result is a rhythmically hypnotic tour de force--and a hugely ambitious leap forward for one of the most broadly talented and compelling young writers today.

Download or read book Hand to Hold written by JJ Heller and published by WaterBrook. This book was released on 2021-07-20 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This heartwarming picture book reassures children that a parent’s love never lets go—based on the poignant lyrics of JJ Heller’s beloved lullaby “Hand to Hold.” “May the living light inside you be the compass as you go / May you always know you have my hand to hold.” With delightful illustrations and an engaging rhyme scheme, this book offers the promise of security and love every child’s heart longs to know. From skipping stones and counting stars to climbing trees and telling stories, every moment is wrapped snugly in the certain warmth of a parent’s presence and God’s blessing. With poignancy and joy, this bedtime read captures the unconditional love parents want their children to know but so often fail to express amid the chaos of daily life.

Download or read book Hold Back the Dawn written by Vincent Di Vincenzo and published by Austin Macauley Publishers. This book was released on 2023-08-18 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the early stages of Northwestern United States’ development, life presented formidable challenges on physical, emotional, and social fronts. With minimal laws in place, maintaining law and order was uncertain, while prejudice against Native Americans prevailed. Yet, as we all understand, persistence and unwavering dedication to one’s goals can yield remarkable rewards. However, for our main character, achieving his initial objectives revealed a disappointing reality. Through this realization, he undergoes a transformative journey, maturing along the way and setting his sights on a revised ambition. Amidst the stressful situations they confront, the characters demonstrate unwavering courage, displaying loyalty and a sense of responsibility towards their friends and family. Their close-knit bond may leave readers yearning to be a part of their extraordinary group or inspire them to emulate such values in their own lives. Although most of us may not face circumstances as depicted in this book, the underlying principles that foster a civilized society remain applicable and teachable on a daily basis. Discover the timeless lessons embedded within the pages, guiding readers to embrace courage, loyalty, and responsibility in their personal interactions. Join the characters on their extraordinary journey as they navigate a challenging era and uncover how their experiences can inspire readers to live their lives with integrity and compassion. In this captivating tale of triumph and growth, explore the virtues that form the bedrock of a civilized society, and let the story’s echoes resonate within, encouraging us all to strive for a better tomorrow.

Download or read book Work Won t Love You Back written by Sarah Jaffe and published by Bold Type Books. This book was released on 2021-01-26 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A deeply-reported examination of why "doing what you love" is a recipe for exploitation, creating a new tyranny of work in which we cheerily acquiesce to doing jobs that take over our lives. You're told that if you "do what you love, you'll never work a day in your life." Whether it's working for "exposure" and "experience," or enduring poor treatment in the name of "being part of the family," all employees are pushed to make sacrifices for the privilege of being able to do what we love. In Work Won't Love You Back, Sarah Jaffe, a preeminent voice on labor, inequality, and social movements, examines this "labor of love" myth—the idea that certain work is not really work, and therefore should be done out of passion instead of pay. Told through the lives and experiences of workers in various industries—from the unpaid intern, to the overworked teacher, to the nonprofit worker and even the professional athlete—Jaffe reveals how all of us have been tricked into buying into a new tyranny of work. As Jaffe argues, understanding the trap of the labor of love will empower us to work less and demand what our work is worth. And once freed from those binds, we can finally figure out what actually gives us joy, pleasure, and satisfaction.

Download or read book A Thousand Letters written by Staci Hart and published by Staci Hart Novels. This book was released on 2017-01-25 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "I've spent every day of the last seven years regretting mine: he left, and I didn't follow. A thousand letters went unanswered, my words like petals in the wind, spinning away into nothing, taking me with them. But now he's back"--Page 4 of cover.

Download or read book Movie Freak written by Owen Gleiberman and published by Hachette Books. This book was released on 2016-02-23 with total page 375 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Entertainment Weekly's controversial critic of more than two decades looks back at a life told through the films he loved and loathed. Owen Gleiberman has spent his life watching movies-first at the drive-in, where his parents took him to see wildly inappropriate adult fare like Rosemary's Baby when he was a wide-eyed 9 year old, then as a possessed cinemaniac who became a film critic right out of college. In Movie Freak, his enthrallingly candid, funny, and eye-opening memoir, Gleiberman captures what it's like to live life through the movies, existing in thrall to a virtual reality that becomes, over time, more real than reality itself. Gleiberman paints a bittersweet portrait of his complicated and ultimately doomed friendship with Pauline Kael, the legendary New Yorker film critic who was his mentor and muse. He also offers an unprecedented inside look at what the experience of being a critic is really all about, detailing his stint at The Boston Phoenix and then, starting in 1990, at EW, where he becomes a voice of obsession battling-to a fault-to cling to his independence. Gleiberman explores the movies that shaped him, from the films that first made him want to be a critic (Nashville and Carrie), to what he hails as the sublime dark trilogy of the 1980s (Blue Velvet, Sid and Nancy, and Manhunter), to the scruffy humanity of Dazed and Confused, to the brilliant madness of Natural Born Killers, to the transcendence of Breaking the Waves, to the pop rapture of Moulin Rouge! He explores his partnership with Lisa Schwarzbaum and his friendships and encounters with such figures as Oliver Stone, Russell Crowe, Richard Linklater, and Ben Affleck. He also writes with confessional intimacy about his romantic relationships and how they echoed the behavior of his bullying, philandering father. And he talks about what film criticism is becoming in the digital age: a cacophony of voices threatened by an insidious new kind of groupthink. Ultimately, Movie Freak is about the primal pleasure of film and the enigmatic dynamic between critic and screen. For Gleiberman, the moving image has a talismanic power, but it also represents a kind of sweet sickness, a magnificent obsession that both consumes and propels him.

Download or read book The Billboard Book of Top 40 Hits 9th Edition written by Joel Whitburn and published by Billboard Books. This book was released on 2010-10-05 with total page 914 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Essential Reference Guide to America’s Most Popular Songs and Artists Spanning More than Fifty Years of Music Beginning with Bill Haley & His Comets’ seminal “Rock Around the Clock” all the way up to Lady Gaga and her glammed-out “Poker face,” this updated and unparalleled resource contains the most complete chart information on every artist and song to hit Billboard’s Top 40 pop singles chart all the way back to 1955. Inside, you’ll find all of the biggest-selling, most-played hits for the past six decades. Each alphabetized artist entry includes biographical info, the date their single reached the Top 40, the song’s highest position, and the number of weeks on the charts, as well as the original record label and catalog number. Other sections—such as “Record Holders,” “Top Artists by Decade,” and “#1 Singles 1955-2009”—make The Billboard Book of Top 40 Hits the handiest and most indispensable music reference for record collectors, trivia enthusiasts, industry professionals and pop music fans alike. Did you know? • Beyoncé’s 2003 hit “Crazy in Love” spent 24 weeks in the Top 40 and eight of them in the #1 spot. • Billy Idol has had a total of nine Top 40 hits over his career, the last being “Cradle of Love” in 1990. • Of Madonna’s twelve #1 hits, her 1994 single “Take a Bow” held the spot the longest, for seven weeks—one week longer than her 1984 smash “Like a Virgin.” • Marvin Gaye’s song “Sexual Healing” spent 15 weeks at #3 in 1982, while the same song was #1 on the R&B chart for 10 weeks. • Male vocal group Boyz II Men had three of the biggest chart hits of all time during the 1990s. • The Grateful Dead finally enjoyed a Top 10 single in 1987 after 20 years of touring. • Janet Jackson has scored an impressive 39 Top 40 hits—one more than her megastar brother Michael!

Download or read book Masks written by Kenzie Macallan and published by Steel Butterfly Press. This book was released on 2019-10-22 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: She’s undercover to find a murderer. He’s accused of fraud. Will a sinister conspiracy ruin their shot at unforgettable love? New York City. Fiery artist Raquelle Luccenzo craved her father’s approval of her artwork. So, after his murder, she’s determined to find his killer. But when the clues lead to a suspicious CEO, painting his portrait could be the key to cracking the case…if she can keep her hands off the sexy exec. Michael Raines wants to take control of the company. But his overbearing father won’t let go of the helm. A battle rages between father and son. But when the irresistible beauty commissioned to immortalize him threatens to blur the lines between work and pleasure, it leads them into dangerous territory. After the shocking discovery of her family’s criminal history, Raquelle must choose between her mission and her desire. And when the sins of his father land at the firm’s doorstep, Michael’s pulled into a fight to choose between surviving government prosecution or the love of his life. Will Raquelle and Michael find their way to true love, or will their parents’ corruption destroy their lives? Masks is a thrilling story in the MBK Global Security romantic suspense series. If you like life-changing secrets, undeniable attractions, and complex conspiracies, then you’ll adore Kenzie Macallan’s sultry tale. Buy Masks to uncover passion’s portrait today! *This novel can be read as a standalone. Topics: kidnapping fiction, romantic suspense, action adventure romance, mystery, thriller, womens fiction, military romance, New York City, portrait artist, CEO, financial district, russian mob, contemporary romance, military romance, series, romantic suspense series, mystery, funny romance, modern romance, urban romance, international romance, wealthy, city romance, smart romance, mystery, dogs in romance, lighthearted romance, hot romance, kenzie macallan, kenzie macallan romance, proposal, proposal romance, engagement, engagement romance, sexy, heartwarming, heart-warming, family, love, love books, kissing books, emotional journey, contemporary, contemporary romance, romance series, long series, long romance series, army, army series, former military, cop, police officer, policeman, cop romance, sassy, strong heroine, captivating romance, hot, hot romance, forbidden love, sparks, loyalty, swoon, contemporary, rescue, kidnap, handicap, justice, Officer, enlisted, daughter, shelter, claiming, defending, securing, protect, government contractor, secret, damsel in distress, Navy, Navy SEAL, San Diego, Navy base, bully, drama, action and adventure, action romance, Delta Force, Navy romance, veteran, disabled veteran, forgiveness, former soldier, soldier, romantic, rescue, HEA, seasoned romance, silver fox, older characters, healing, friendship, masks, truths, edges, wild, deep 8, deception, desire, MBK Global Security, kenzie macallan

Download or read book Cutting Edge Cycling written by Hunter Allen and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2012-03-23 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Increase speed, power, endurance, and efficiency with Cutting-Edge Cycling. You’ll learn how to apply the latest in cycling research, science, and technology to train smarter, ride longer, and race faster. Renowned cycling coach Hunter Allen and leading scientist Stephen Cheung share the most recent biomechanical, physiological, and technical advances and research, why they matter, and how you can incorporate them for maximal training and optimal performance. From the latest information on periodization, lactate threshold, and recovery to bike positioning, pedaling technique, and cadence, Cutting-Edge Cycling covers every aspect of conditioning, preparation, and competition in this physically demanding sport. Additional coverage includes interviews that cover a broad range of topics: interpreting lab results, fatigue, monitoring training, high-intensity training, prevention of and recovery from overtraining, pacing, bike fit, power meter quadrant analysis, hydration, and cooling strategies. If you’re serious about gaining the edge on the competition, Cutting-Edge Cycling is one guide you shouldn’t be without.

Download or read book God Used Holes in My Son s Shoes to Change My Life written by Rahab and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2014-03-31 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book is about a 12 year old girl who's mom decide to leave her dad whom she was very close, than is given to an uncle which results in her running away trying to find a place to belong but instead gets involved in drugs, alcohol, homosexuality, and prostitution with attempts to end her miserable life she has a son named carl God uses holes in his shoes to give her a reason and a will to live by pointing to the holes and saying you see you not just bringing yourself down you are taking him down with you after 21 years God stepped in and her deliverance began.

Download or read book Elemental The Calling written by Manuel Arbanassi and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2016-11-19 with total page 431 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The nights of Jason, a normal student at the New York University, are tormented by images of ancient creatures and fierce battles. But when dark signs appear on his skin, he will have to embark on a journey along with five strangers. Brought together by a shared destiny, they'll face it under the guidance of a mysterious figure.

Download or read book Scalene Mirror written by Shina Carter and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2018-10-17 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book talks about a woman who is not easily broken, but reality sometimes skews behind blurred lines. On Carta’s thirty-fifth birthday, she began to take a journey down memory lane. When she started remembering some past traumatic experiences that were once locked behind the doors of her mind, life as she knew it gets turned on its head. As she took this journey, she wondered, How did I get here? What decisions brought on this awakening? Hidden secrets will surface, but would she fully recover from what was found? Carta soon discovered that life isn’t always what it seemed and wishful thinking could sometimes come at a steep price.