Download or read book The Witch s Temptation written by Rory McCauley-Hayman and published by Infinite Joy. This book was released on 2021-06-01 with total page 973 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clover Harrison is a rare, triple affinity witch. After refusing an arranged marriage from her family, she went to Oregon to run her great aunt's potion shop and teahouse. There's a fearsome beast that all seers see in her future and Clover is driven to live her life to its fullest before she encounters the beast. Stanton Bruinwald is looking for his Ursa, the woman who will help him run his sleuth. Even though he's starting his search for her a year or two before most Alpha bears do, he feels the time is right. All he needs is some direction. Old friends and new come together in the third book of the T wisted Design Series.

Download or read book Nightshade written by Shea Godfrey and published by Bold Strokes Books Inc. This book was released on 2010-05-01 with total page 407 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a land torn by war for generations, Princess Jessa is sent as a peace offering to the country of Arravan, understanding all too well that she is being sacrificed upon the altar of her fatherÕs ambitionsÑand condemned to an uncertain and possibly short-lived future, if the machinations of her own family are any indication. But what she finds at Blackstone Keep is not what she expects, and for a daughter of royal blood who has known little of freedom and even less of love, the members of the Durand family are proving to be a very pleasant riddle to be solvedÑthe youngest daughter, Darrius Durand, is the most surprising of all. A captain in the KingÕs elite guard, DarryÕs considerable charms pull Jessa rather happily into an unexpected friendship that quickly becomes something more, promising passion and the fulfillment of her deepest desires. Jessa and DarryÕs relationship threatens the fragile peace, and the future of two countries might very well hang in the balance. When family secrets and hidden agendas begin to surface, as well as an ancient majik that Jessa has been preparing to use since the day she was born, a prophecy is set in motion that will thrust both lands into a bloody war of revenge and retributionÑa war that love alone will not be able to stop.

Download or read book As Waters Gone By written by Cynthia Ruchti and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2015-05-05 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Emmalyn Ross never thought a person could feel this alone. Sustaining a marriage with a man who’s not by her side is no easy task, especially since her husband currently resides behind impenetrable prison walls. His actions stole her heart’s desire and gave their relationship a court-mandated five-year time-out. What didn’t fall apart that night fell apart in the intervening years. Now, on a self-imposed exile to Madeline Island—one of the Apostle Islands of Lake Superior—Emmalyn starts rehabbing an old hunting cottage they’d purchased when life made sense. Restoring it may put a roof over her head, but a home needs more than a roof and walls, just as a marriage needs more than vows and a license. With only a handful of months before her husband is released, Emmalyn must figure out if and how they can ever be a couple again. And his silence isn’t helping.

Download or read book The Secret Keeper Home to Hickory Hollow Book 4 written by Beverly Lewis and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2013-09-03 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Readers Eagerly Await the Latest from Beverly Lewis, the #1 Name in Amish Fiction With her love for all things old-fashioned, Jennifer Burns has often been told she's an "old soul," but no one is prepared for the young woman's decision to set aside her modern life in favor of the Old Order Amish world. Yet Jenny does exactly that, adopting Plain dress and settling in with Samuel and Rebecca Lapp while she works as a mother's helper for the bishop's wife--a far cry from her former job as an x-ray technician. The people of Hickory Hollow are curious about the beautiful young seeker among them, one handsome Amishman in particular. But he is not the only man vying for Jenny's affections, and Jenny faces many challenges in the Proving time the brethren have set for her...challenges of the heart, as well as the spirit. Will Jenny's secrets keep her from the peace she longs for? Or will they lead the way home?

Download or read book Summer Loving Heartwarming and Humorous Romance written by Barbara Freethy and published by Fog City Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2024-07-16 with total page 263 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Ocean Shores is now my fictional happy place!" Goodreads Reviewer In a vibrant southern California coastal town, sparks fly when Gabe Herrera, the charismatic owner of a beloved food truck, finds himself at odds with Alexis Baldwin, the meticulous chef of a prestigious fine dining restaurant. Their rivalry escalates when they both set their sights on the same coveted restaurant space, setting the stage for a culinary showdown that sizzles as much as their signature dishes. For Alexis, food is a refined art, and each meal is a meticulously orchestrated symphony of flavors. She's determined to succeed in her first head chef position, but with Gabe's food truck parked across the street and stealing her potential customers, her dreams are at risk. Meanwhile, Gabe, a self-taught chef from an immigrant family, believes food is a celebration of life, meant to connect people and bring joy to everyday moments, but he needs more than a food truck to support his family. As their rivalry intensifies, Alexis and Gabe find themselves competing head-to-head in a cooking competition for a prize that could change both their lives. But as the competition heats up, so does the attraction between them. Can they set aside their differences and blend their flavors to create a recipe for love? Or will their conflicting styles and opinions prove to be insurmountable obstacles? Find out in Summer Loving, a heartwarming tale of love, food, and the power of a good meal to bring people together. SUMMER LOVING is the second book in the OCEAN SHORES series by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Barbara Freethy. In the sun-soaked paradise of Oceanside, California where the ocean pounds the shore, surfers ride the early morning waves, and the local military base sends roaring jets into the sky, sits a large apartment building filled with interesting and quirky tenants, possible love connections, and more than a few secrets! Once you come to visit, you'll never want to leave! Popular storylines include: grumpy sunshine, opposites attract, enemies to lovers, chef cooking competition, and second chance romance. PRAISE FOR THE OCEAN SHORES SERIES… "Absolutely loved this book! The Ocean Shores series is shaping up to be one of my favorites. Madison and Gabe’s story starts off with a rocky competitive relationship. But as the story unfolds, they become friends and then fall in love. Although this is only the second in the series, the friendships among the characters have proven to be so enjoyable that I cannot wait to read about each of the characters. Highly recommend! 5 STARS" Karen – Goodreads "Barbara brings a beautiful recipe for love with Madison and Gabe. Though both have stressful issues about their culinary future, their love for their art is heartwarming. The Ocean Shores family supports them both and pulls them into a cozy group of friends and family. Will Madison and Gabe’s future collide with their feelings for each other or will they find a way to move on together. Grab this sweet page turner to find out ❤️❤️" Cheryl - Goodreads "SUMMER LOVING is the perfect beach read! Ocean Shores is the new place to be and is inhabited by many wonderful characters. It an easy and fun read and I’m certainly looking forward to the next Ocean Shores story." Jill – Goodreads "Summer Loving is a complete delight. This is a sweet romance with a side of rivalry between two chefs each needing to win a cooking competition. Ms. Freethy does a wonderful job defining her characters, and as the hopes, dreams, aspirations and fears of self- taught Gabe and classically trained Madison and readers will find themselves rooting for both to win." Jane – Goodreads

Download or read book The Last Bride Home to Hickory Hollow Book 5 written by Beverly Lewis and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2014-04-01 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Come home to Hickory Hollow, Pennsylvania--the beloved setting where Beverly Lewis's celebrated Amish novels began--with new characters and new stories of drama, romance, and the ties that draw people together. "Much of the credit [for the growth of Amish fiction] goes to Beverly Lewis, a Colorado author who gave birth to the genre in 1997 with The Shunning..." --Associated Press Of her Old Order parents' five daughters, Tessie Miller is the last to marry. She has her heart set on Amishman Marcus King, but Tessie's father opposes the match. Impetuously, Tessie and Marcus elope to the English world, then return to Hickory Hollow to live as singles, trusting they'll convince the Millers to give their love a chance over time. But when the unthinkable happens, Tessie faces the almost-certain censure of the People. Will she find a reason for hope in spite of her desperate plight?

Download or read book Betrayal written by Blou Bryant and published by Blou Bryant. This book was released on 2024-08-02 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: BETRAYAL is a wild fusion of high-octane thriller and cutting-edge science fiction that will leave you breathless, laughing, and paranoid about your smart fridge. Perfect for fans who like their action with a side of snark and their heroes wonderfully flawed. Wyatt Millar thought he had enough on his plate hiding from a psychotic heiress with a supercomputer in her head. But when his makeshift family of misfits gets kidnapped by a gang of genetically enhanced thugs, he realizes his vacation from chaos is officially over. Armed with nothing but his wits, a ragtag team of street-smart kids, and an ability that's equal parts blessing and curse, Wyatt dives headfirst into Detroit's seedy underbelly. He'll have to outmaneuver corrupt cops, outsmart drug-dealing frat boys, and try not to get shot, stabbed, or arrested... all before dinner. Have you read book 1? What readers are saying about Catalyst: “a high octane SciFi thriller with bold characterization and fast paced action” "brilliant writing... There is a new talent in town." "I loved the book. Fresh, exciting and a quick read." "Blou Bryant has produced one of the most unusual, yet gripping thrillers I have ever read. Jump into Wyatt's world today—just remember to buckle up. It's going to be one hell of a ride.

Download or read book Kids Say the Wisest Things written by Jon Gauger and published by Moody Publishers. This book was released on 2019-04-02 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Funny stories. Make-you-cry stories. And all of them show us something about ourselves and our Savior we can never forget. -Dr. Tony Evans, President, The Urban Alternative, Senior Pastor, Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship Kids have a way of saying things adults would never say and revealing profound—even biblical—truths in their unfiltered, unedited commentary on the world. In this inspiring book, Jon Guager shares important lessons he learned about God by observing kids. Like the story of Joslynn’s tumble. When Joslynn was camping she falls down the camper’s stairs to the horror of her watching grandparents. But when she stands up and declares, "Let’s try that again," Jon Gauger (Grandpa) notices how even though Joslynn had failed at something, she was kissed, hugged, and comforted by her family. Gauger reminds us that this is how God responds to us when we seemed to have failed "big time." Each anecdote teaches the Christian a familiar truth through a less familiar vehicle, making this giftable book fresh and fun.

Download or read book The Beginning written by Beverly Lewis and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2021-09-07 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "I wish there was something I could do," Cousin Verena said, her voice cracking. "But what?" Susie whispered, wiping her eyes. "The boy I've always loved thinks of me as his sister . . . and always has." Susie Mast's Amish life in Lancaster County has been shaped by events beyond her control, with the tragic deaths of her Dat and close-in-age brother casting long shadows. Now twenty-two, Susie remains unmarried despite her longtime affection for friend Obie Yoder. Unfortunately, her concerns are soon multiplied due to her mother's worsening health and her younger sister's urgent desire for answers about her adoption. Once again, Susie faces the possibility of loss. Will long-held family secrets and missed opportunities dim Susie's hopes for the future? Or is what seems like the end only the beginning?

Download or read book Hopelessly Romantic A Heartwarming and Humorous Romance written by Barbara Freethy and published by Fog City Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2024-04-02 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to OCEAN SHORES in the sun-soaked paradise of Oceanside, California where the ocean pounds the shore, surfers ride the early morning waves, and the local military base sends roaring jets into the sky. Just steps from the sand sits a large apartment building filled with interesting and quirky tenants, possible love connections, and more than a few secrets! Once you come to visit, you'll never want to leave… In HOPELESSLY ROMANTIC, Ava Campbell, a pragmatic and fiercely independent woman, is housesitting for her newlywed sister Serena, whom she practically raised. Struggling with the void left by her sister's departure and the feeling that life is passing her by, Ava's solitude is shattered by Liam Nash, a laid-back Australian surfer with a smile as captivating as the waves he rides. Liam is clearly someone with absolutely no boundaries, and he insists that he has the green light from Serena's hubby, Brad, to crash at the apartment. With no room for negotiation, these two opposites are forced into a shared living arrangement, further complicated by the antics of Miss Daisy, a feisty feline with a knack for mischief, and an unsolved mystery involving a missing tenant. As Ava's grumpy, cynical attitude clashes with Liam's sunny optimism, sparks fly, and an unexpected connection blooms. Can Liam's infectious charm thaw Ava's very well-guarded heart? Will Ava discover that the best things in life often arrive when you least expect them? Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions in this humorous and heartwarming tale that proves love can sneak up on you in the most unexpected places, leaving you breathless and yearning for more. HOPELESSLY ROMANTIC is the first book in the utterly charming and irresistibly appealing Ocean Shores Series from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy. For fans of Robyn Carr, Susan Mallery, and Lucy Score! PRAISE FOR BARBARA FREETHY NOVELS… "A fabulous, page-turning combination of romance and intrigue. Fans of Nora Roberts and Elizabeth Lowell will love this book." — NYT Bestselling Author Kristin Hannah on Golden Lies "A warm, moving story of the power of love." — NYT Bestselling Author Debbie Macomber on Daniel's Gift "Freethy's zesty storytelling will keep readers hooked, and the sisters' loving but prickly interactions will make anyone with a sibling smile." Publishers Weekly on Summer Secrets "Gifted author Barbara Freethy creates an irresistible tale of family secrets, riveting adventure and heart- touching romance." — NYT Bestselling Author Susan Wiggs on Summer Secrets "This book has it all: heart, community, and characters who will remain with you long after the book has ended. A wonderful story." — NYT Bestselling Author Debbie Macomber on Suddenly One Summer "From the rocky isolation of Alcatraz to the haunts of California's historic North Beach, this intricately plotted story has more twists and turns than Lombard Street as it takes its characters on a dangerous adventure with roots in a deadly past. Romance sizzles between the wary protagonists in this riveting page-turner ..." — Library Journal on Taken "Hooked me from the start and kept me turning pages throughout all the twists and turns. Silent Run is powerful romantic intrigue at its best." — NYT Bestselling Author JoAnn Ross

Download or read book Lies of Golden Straw written by E. L. Tenenbaum and published by Fire & Ice Young Adult Books. This book was released on 2018-11-27 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a kingdom where magic is highly prized, the king cannot ignore rumors of a girl who claims she can spin straw into gold. When the king locks Millie alone in a room with spindle and straw, she's certain she's about to pay a fatal price for her father's lie. Just when she thinks all hope is lost, a mysterious little man appears and offers to complete the task for a small price. Desperate, Millie agrees to the simple, but odd, deal. So begins Millie's dazzling rise from simple miller's daughter to the queen her kingdom celebrates. Years later, Millie’s deal with the mysterious little man is all but forgotten, until the birth of her first child brings his return. Now, Millie must scramble to find a way out of her deal before the king discovers the truth and she loses her son, and the new life that she’s built, forever. Lies of Golden Straw is the second installment in the End of Ever After companion series that rewrites classic tales of happily ever after.

Download or read book Heart of the Messenger written by Melody Styles and published by Melody Styles. This book was released on 2018-03-28 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Erina loved listening to her Uncle Bower’s stories, even now when she was only eight hafmons from adulthood. She loved the excitement, the adventure, the magic and the heroes, where good always conquered evil and the damsel was always rescued by the dashing knight. She was also certain none of those things would ever happen to her, safely trapped as she was in her quiet village life. She had no idea that every five thousand turings one person was required to save the world from decent into an eon of cruelty and suffering at the hands of the Shadis. Nor that she could be forced to take on such a perilous journey to the Isle of Cloud, where good and evil are not so easily identified, and where legends and monsters leap from their fairytales to become sword-wieldingly larger than life. The trigger in those tales was always by the arrival of a mythical creature, like a white unicorn, which Erina saw this morning… Start an adventure that will change the world, and possibly yourself.

Download or read book Diligence written by Nichole M Willden and published by anonymous. This book was released on 2023-09-09 with total page 548 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What would you do to get the truth? Emma has spent her life steeped in secrets. She’s suffocating on lies and drowning in the depths of her secretive double-life. When the Guild splits, and Emma is separated from her only friends, she finds Obedience and Diligence stifling. After years of learning to hide in plain sight and obey without question, Emma has reached her limit. Diligence takes us on a roller-coaster of Emma’s angsty search for answers. From fistfights to fishnets, a new school brings challenges Emma has never faced. And if her regular teen life was not difficult enough, the appearance of the CIA complicates everything further. They tempt her with what she has always wanted: a family who loves her and accepts her the way she is. All she has to do to get it is betray Leader. Now, the secrets belong to Emma. If Leader won’t give her the truth she deserves, she will find out for herself. No matter the cost. When faced with the truth, will Emma finally find a way to get free, or will she once again succumb to Leader’s demand for Diligence? Buy Diligence today to delve deeper into Emma’s life in the mysterious and dangerous cult, The Guild

Download or read book Obedience written by Nichole M Willden and published by anonymous. This book was released on 2022-07-01 with total page 581 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A dangerous life. A forbidden relationship. Is freedom worth the price? The first book of The Guild series is a gripping and suspenseful thriller that delves into the dark and twisted world of a teenage girl trapped in a cult. Obedience is the only currency that matters, as Emma’s every move is dictated by the cult’s charismatic and manipulative Leader. Caught between her desire for freedom and the fear of disobedience, Emma navigates a treacherous path filled with secrecy, indoctrination, and psychological manipulation. When Emma meets a charming stranger with a flair for rebellion, she begins to question her life in the Guild. She starts to fight against Leader’s expectations, and the dangerous life he’s grooming her for. As Emma’s secrets grow, Leader’s secrets begin to weigh on her more heavily than ever before. She begins to wonder if the Guild is where she truly belongs. As Emma’s resolve strengthens, alliances are formed, secrets are exposed, and a thrilling race against time ensues. Will she find the courage to break free from the clutches of the Guild, or will she succumb to the overwhelming power of obedience? With heart-pounding suspense and masterful storytelling, Nichole M. Willden weaves a web of intrigue and tension that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Obedience is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged exploration of loyalty, sacrifice, and the indomitable spirit of a young girl determined to reclaim her autonomy. This gripping novel will captivate fans of suspenseful thrillers, offering a harrowing journey through the depths of a cult's influence and the relentless pursuit of freedom. Buy Obedience today to begin unraveling the secrets of The Guild!

Download or read book If His Kiss Is Wicked written by Jo Goodman and published by Kensington Books. This book was released on 2007-09-01 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shy by nature, Emma Hathaway usually leaves the drama to her rebellious cousin, Marisol. But when Emma agrees to meet with her cousin's secret lover to end the affair, she is pulled into a dangerous game. Now Emma is convinced her involvement in the scandal has put her life in jeopardy. The trouble is none of Emma's confidantes believe anyone is trying to harm her. As whispers of madness begin, Emma turns to the only person who might be able to help ... The very handsome, barely respectable Restell Gardner has gained a reputation for helping people out of compromising positions. Never one to turn away a lady in need, Restell agrees to help solve the intrigue. Sensing there is more to the green-eyed beauty than meets the eye, Restell feels himself falling for Emma. But he resists succumbing to his passion ... at least until he learns the truth about the danger that is haunting her. For if he gives in to temptation too soon, he could lose Emma forever ...

Download or read book The Ozark Trilogy written by Suzette Haden Elgin and published by University of Arkansas Press. This book was released on 2000-01-01 with total page 513 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Ozark Trilogy (previously published in 1981, Doubleday) is a widely acclaimed fantasy/science fiction story with, as the title suggests, very strong ties to the Ozark region. Twelve Fair Kingdoms, The Grand Jubilee, And Then There'll Be Fireworks--the books that comprise the trilogy--chronicle life on the planet Ozark and its Confederation of Continents, which are appropriately named Arkansaw, Oklahomah, Mizzurah, Tinaseeh, Kintucky, and Marktwain. However, the story told here involves much more than a mere transplant of Ozark culture and heritage onto a new planet. While this new Ozark culture maintains and even intensifies many of the "real" Ozark traditions and customs (for instance, "Grannys" hold significant, stabilizing social roles and are important sources of wisdom), the planet Ozark combines many new, fantastical elements with traditional ways. Mules on Ozark fly, and the wise "Grannys" also work magic. The protagonist of The Ozark Trilogy, Responsible of Brightwater, appears at the center of Ozark society, a society she must save from evil magic, civil war, and, ultimately, alien invasion. As Responsible travels from continent to continent in an attempt to discover and squelch the evil magic and calm the civil unrest, we are witness to many dangerous and sometimes comical adventures along the way, including a spectacular flying Mule crash and a magic duel with a Granny gone bad. Elgin has created a fantastic world infused with the folk traditions, social and familial hierarchies, and traditional dialect of the Ozarks. While parallels might be drawn between, for example, the break-up of the Confederacy of Continents on planet Ozark and the American Civil War, Elgin comments on aspects of Ozark history and tradition in a non didactic way. The trilogy, with its strong heroine and witty engagement of tradition, is a classic of Ozark literature.

Download or read book West s Federal Supplement written by and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 2292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: