Download or read book The Distance Between Us written by Reyna Grande and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-08-28 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this inspirational and unflinchingly honest memoir, acclaimed author Reyna Grande describes her childhood torn between the United States and Mexico, and shines a light on the experiences, fears, and hopes of those who choose to make the harrowing journey across the border. Reyna Grande vividly brings to life her tumultuous early years in this “compelling...unvarnished, resonant” (BookPage) story of a childhood spent torn between two parents and two countries. As her parents make the dangerous trek across the Mexican border to “El Otro Lado” (The Other Side) in pursuit of the American dream, Reyna and her siblings are forced into the already overburdened household of their stern grandmother. When their mother at last returns, Reyna prepares for her own journey to “El Otro Lado” to live with the man who has haunted her imagination for years, her long-absent father. Funny, heartbreaking, and lyrical, The Distance Between Us poignantly captures the confusion and contradictions of childhood, reminding us that the joys and sorrows we experience are imprinted on the heart forever, calling out to us of those places we first called home. Also available in Spanish as La distancia entre nosotros.

Download or read book Across a Hundred Mountains written by Reyna Grande and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2007-05-15 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grande puts a human face on the epic story about those who make it across the border into America, those who never make it across, and those who are left behind.

Download or read book A Dream Called Home written by Reyna Grande and published by Washington Square Press. This book was released on 2019-07-02 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Here is a life story so unbelievable, it could only be true.” —Sandra Cisneros, bestselling author of The House on Mango Street From bestselling author of the remarkable memoir The Distance Between Us comes an inspiring account of one woman’s quest to find her place in America as a first-generation Latina university student and aspiring writer determined to build a new life for her family one fearless word at a time. As an immigrant in an unfamiliar country, with an indifferent mother and abusive father, Reyna had few resources at her disposal. Taking refuge in words, Reyna’s love of reading and writing propels her to rise above until she achieves the impossible and is accepted to the University of California, Santa Cruz. Although her acceptance is a triumph, the actual experience of American college life is intimidating and unfamiliar for someone like Reyna, who is now estranged from her family and support system. Again, she finds solace in words, holding fast to her vision of becoming a writer, only to discover she knows nothing about what it takes to make a career out of a dream. Through it all, Reyna is determined to make the impossible possible, going from undocumented immigrant of little means to “a fierce, smart, shimmering light of a writer” (Cheryl Strayed, author of Wild); a National Book Critics Circle Award Finalist whose “power is growing with every book” (Luis Alberto Urrea, Pultizer Prize finalist); and a proud mother of two beautiful children who will never have to know the pain of poverty and neglect. Told in Reyna’s exquisite, heartfelt prose, A Dream Called Home demonstrates how, by daring to pursue her dreams, Reyna was able to build the one thing she had always longed for: a home that would endure.

Download or read book His Favorite Mistake written by Annie Walker and published by True Romance. This book was released on 2014-10-27 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: She was unforgettable to him the first moment that he met her and just as “off limits”. Reyna James was taken. How contemptible do you have to be to fall in love with his best friend’s wife?

Download or read book Flatiron Five Tattoo Boxed Set written by Deborah Cooke and published by Deborah A. Cooke. This book was released on 2021-07-20 with total page 731 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Flatiron Five Tattoo Boxed Set includes all four emotional contemporary romances in the Flatiron Five Tattoo series. Three friends on a girls’ weekend in New York City attend Chynna’s gala opening of her Flatiron Five Tattoo shop – where Liv wins a free tattoo rumored to bring true love to the recipient. Liv doesn’t believe in magic (or maybe even love) but her friends encourage her to get her first tattoo from the legendary artist. When they get back to Honey Hill, Maine, that little tattoo heart starts to work its magic… In Just One Snowbound Night, encouraged by her new tattoo and her friends, Liv takes a chance and seduces Spencer, her best friend’s brother and long time crush. It’s just one night of temptation before she leaves for England, but Spencer immediately realizes the identity of his secret lover—and wants more than one night with Liv. When they’re stranded in his cabin by a snowstorm, can he convince Liv to give them a chance before the weather turns? In Just One Vacation Night, Reyna is sure that once will be enough with Kade, the cop on vacation in the sleepy town of Honey Hill, Maine. But Kade not only realizes that Reyna is the woman he’s been waiting for—he’s prepared to do whatever is necessary to earn her trust. Reyna finds herself falling when her past returns to haunt them both. Can Kade banish Reyna’s ghosts and ensure that they have a future together? In Just One Unforgettable Night, Lexi surrenders to a night with Gabe, only to discover that he’s the mystery lover who changed her life years before. Gabe has always hunted for Lexi and has been waiting for her to realize their shared past—this time, he wants a shot at forever and doesn’t care how many secrets have to be revealed to make it happen. Can Lexi and Gabe create a life together in this second-chance romance? In Just One Christmas Night, Chynna attends Lexi and Gabe’s Christmas wedding in Honey Hill, never expecting a hot hook-up with an irresistible stranger. Chynna knows she was lucky to have known a great love once, even though she still mourns her husband’s loss, and is sure she’ll never love again. When Trevor is convinced that she’s the one, will she be able to move past her pain to fall in love again? Will Trevor, who has always focused on his career, be able to make room in his life for a partner? Is Chynna’s full moon tattoo really magic—or does it open the recipient’s eyes to the love that was waiting for her all along? In the small town of Honey Hill, Maine, love makes happily-ever-after possible, with the help of a heart tattoo.

Download or read book Rocky Mountain Pursuit written by Mary Alford and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2016-02-01 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An undercover agent must protect his partner’s widow from deadly criminals in this novel of danger, faith, and romance in the Colorado mountains. When his spy team was attacked, agent Jase Bradford is the lone survivor. Keeping himself in the shadows, he lets everyone think he’s dead—everyone but his partner’s widow, Reyna Peterson. With the same criminals who killed her husband now threatening her, Jase is the only one who can protect her. Yet when Reyna leads the enemy right to Jase’s mountain refuge, Jase must risk his life for hers. Whether out of loyalty or love, he makes it his duty to secure her safety. But when their pursuers trap them in the snowy Colorado mountains, Jase’s faked death may become a reality. It will take all their faith and courage to survive.

Download or read book A Pirate s Life for Tea written by Rebecca Thorne and published by Bramble. This book was released on 2023-07-10 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bookshops & Bonedust meets Our Flag Means Death in this cozy fantasy on the low seas, where lesbian pirates find out if enemies actually can become lovers! This trade paperback release features vivid orange sprayed edges, a beautiful color illustration, and a never-before-seen bonus short story! Kianthe and Reyna are on the hunt for dragon eggs to save their hometown—but it requires making a deal with Diarn Arlon, lord of the legendary Nacean River. Simply capture the river pirate Serina, who’s been plaguing Arlon's supply chains, and bring her in for justice. Easy peasy. Begrudgingly, the couple joins forces with Bobbie, one of Arlon’s constables determined to capture the pirate. Except Bobbie and Serina have a more complicated history than anyone realized, and it might jeopardize everything. While Kianthe and Reyna watch this relation-shipwreck from afar, it quickly becomes apparent that these disaster lesbians need all the help they can get. Luckily, matchmaking is Reyna’s favorite pastime. The dragon eggs may have to wait. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Download or read book The Dalmatian Dilemma written by Cheryl Harper and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2020-08-01 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: She’s opened up to him… But will he let her in?Former air force officer Reyna Montero wants to become a firefighter, despite her family’s wishes. In a bid to impress the fire chief, Reyna agrees to train the station’s naughty dalmatian—and turns to fellow veteran and dog expert Sean Wakefield for support. As they work together, independent Reyna gradually lets Sean see her vulnerable side…until mounting pressures tangle with their dreams coming true. USA TODAY Bestselling Author From Harlequin Heartwarming: Wholesome stories of love, compassion and belonging.

Download or read book The One Year Devos for Girls written by and published by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2002-10 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Boys and girls can discover the joys of daily time with God! The One Year Book of Devotions for Boys, Volume 2 and The One Year Book of Devotions for Girls, Volume 2 blend engaging stories with brief Scripture readings and memory verses to help preteens dig in to the Word. Readers will relate to the contemporary characters dealing with real-life dilemmas, and they'll learn to apply the lessons to their own lives through the practical application sections. Indexes at the end provide additional resources for studying specific topics and verses. These books are a valuable tool for developing a lifetime of spiritual growth.

Download or read book Out of the Circle written by Ann Simanton and published by Page Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2020-01-21 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Author Ann Simanton draws upon her travel adventures to bring post-Mao China, Texas, and the Mexican border to life in this gripping tale of a detective's son, Daniel, forced to grow up fast as he flees for his life in a foreign land. One by one, Daniel's lifelines are disappearing, as the drug smugglers and human traffickers that his father sought to bring to justice exact brutal revenge to keep their operation thriving. Government corruption has tangled the safety nets his family and friends have been taught to trust. The system is not going to bring the perpetrators to justice – so Daniel's feisty and inventive grandmother Alice takes matters into her own hands. Daniel's only hope of survival rests on people around the globe who can break out of their circles of fear and be willing to risk the lives of their own loved ones.

Download or read book Daniel Mendoza Thrillers Books 1 3 written by Daniel Maldonado and published by Next Chapter. This book was released on 2024-03-19 with total page 907 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first three books in 'Daniel Mendoza Thrillers', a series of legal thrillers by Daniel Maldonado, now in one volume! May It Please The Court: After a Sweet Sixteen ceremony, Reyna Clifton is found injured at the bottom of the grand staircase of the Regal Phoenix Resort and Spa. The Clifton family sues the resort, and Daniel Mendoza is called in to defend the lawsuit. But when Mrs. Clifton is found dead in her hospital room, Daniel's suspicions arise. With the help of his legal team and a private investigator, can they find out what really happened to Mrs. Clifton? The Fleeing Felon: After Fredrick Prato gets on his motorcycle and rides into the night, he's unaware of the danger that awaits him. The freeway offramp he is about to take is closed, resulting in a fatal crash. Fredrick’s parents and girlfriend are devastated by his death and sue the company. Daniel Mendoza and his team must solve the mystery of why the tragic accident occurred, but is there something sinister behind the scenes? The Mendoza Memo: Attorney Daniel Mendoza is in London, working on a case involving a miracle drug licensed from Arizona. When a witness falls ill during a deposition, it is only the beginning in a series of bizarre events. Putting themselves in jeopardy, Daniel and his legal team must race against time and solve the case.

Download or read book Reyna s Vampyr written by Zena Wynn and published by Real Love Enterprises. This book was released on 2015-10-15 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reyna Leoine has good reason to hate the Vampyr after what one did to her mother. Her goal in life is to stay as far away from them as possible. When she compulsively accepts a dare to enter their domain—The Gladiator—Reyna questions her sanity. When the leader of the local Vampyr clutch claims her as his, Reyna does the sensible thing. She runs. Tariq Bastien recognizes his Heart’s Blood the minute he sees her sitting at the bar. After centuries of being alone, he has no intention of allowing her to escape him. When she manages to do just that,Tariq goes a little crazy. Tariq does what Vampyrs do best—he hunts. The more he discovers about her, the less it makes sense. No human should be able to escape him, and he’d recognize one of his kind. When he finally finds her, will the mystery of her past draw them together or drive them apart? Genre: Sci-Fi, Paranormal, Vampire, Shape-shifter Heat Level: Spicy

Download or read book Reyna s Revenge written by Michelle Cornish and published by SolVin Creative. This book was released on 2021-02-14 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since my mother died, I’ve told myself love always ends badly . . . Then Elliott came into my life. Bad can be good, right? It’s the twenty-fifth anniversary of Reyna Ceiba’s mother’s murder, and as nightmares about what happened that night plague her, Reyna decides it’s time she learned the truth. She quickly discovers the road to the truth is a dangerous path, and when her brother goes missing, she teams up with undercover DEA agent Elliott Monroe. As they get closer to finding her brother and uncovering family secrets, Reyna’s faced with the painful realization that the end of her family drama means the end of her time with Elliott. Will Reyna come to grips with her feelings for Elliott before it’s too late, or will Elliott end up another one of her painful memories?

Download or read book The Queen of the Dead written by Michelle Sagara and published by Astra Publishing House. This book was released on 2021-12-07 with total page 737 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now available in omnibus format, the Queen of the Dead trilogy tells the gripping tale of a teenage girl who discovers her powers of necromancy after the death of her boyfriend. It began in the graveyard... Ever since her boyfriend Nathan had died in a tragic accident, Emma had been coming to the graveyard at night. During the day she went through the motions at her prep school, in class, with her friends, but that's all it was. For Emma, life had stopped with Nathan's death. But tonight was different. Tonight Emma and her dog were not alone in the cemetery. There were two others there--Eric, who had just started at her school, and an ancient woman who looked as though she were made of rags. And when they saw Emma there, the old woman reached out to her with a grip as chilling as death.... Emma was not quite like other girls. It was true that other girls had experienced grief. Other girls had also lost their fathers, or had their boyfriends die in senseless accidents. But though she hadn't known it till that night in the graveyard, unlike those other girls, she could see, touch, and speak with the dead. Follow this gripping saga as Emma must learn to navigate her powers and the responsibilities that accompany them.

Download or read book Jungle of Steel and Stone written by George C. Chesbro and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2017-11-14 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author of the Mongo Mysteries: Former CIA operative Veil Kendry uses his paranormal powers to track down a stolen African artifact. When Veil Kendry dreams, he possesses a clarity normal people never experience, along with the power of volition, which allows him to enter the minds of others. Veil’s strange gift was invaluable as an operative for the CIA, but now he’s left that life behind and instead channels his unusual ability into art. When needed, though, he still applies his supernatural and clandestine skills to helping those in trouble. So when Veil crosses paths with a thief who stole a K’ung tribe religious idol from the same midtown art gallery that exhibits his dream-paintings, he’s compelled to get involved—despite threats from a corrupt cop named Carl Nagle. Using his dream powers, Veil attempts to enter the mind of the thief in order to apprehend him. But there are others on the hunt, desperate to possess the artifact— and soon, Veil will find himself fighting just to stay alive. Jungle of Steel and Stone is the 2nd book in the Veil KendrySuspense Novels, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order.

Download or read book The Defender written by Donna Grant and published by DL Grant, LLC. This book was released on 2019-06-11 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Their love knows no borders. A loner who exudes danger, Lev Ivanski has spent his life in service to one man, someone he loves and respects. But things are changing. Rapidly. Lev and his boss have allies and friends and a new mission more important their than business, all because of the Saints. This clandestine organization needs to be taken down, and Lev has the skills to help. What he doesn’t expect is to be at the mercy of a woman who makes him crave more than he ever thought to want. Determined and dedicated, Reyna Harris is used to danger and living on the edge. An ex-CIA operative, she’s been embedded with the Saints for years, trying to take them down from the inside. When her cover is blown, she is forced to trust a man she just met, fighting their way out of one battle after another. But there’s something about Lev that Reyna knows she can trust. And love. She needs Lev – and not just to take a swipe at the Saints. Together they’re an unstoppable force. And with their friends, they just might succeed in their mission.

Download or read book A Trip with Trouble written by Diane Kelly and published by St. Martin's Paperbacks. This book was released on 2022-10-25 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second in a charming and engrossing cozy series from Diane Kelly, A Trip with Trouble proves that in the Blue Ridge Mountains, life in the fast lane could end in a crash. When the ladies of the Dangerous Curves Motorcycle Club take over the Mountaintop Lodge for their annual autumn ride along the Blue Ridge Parkway, Misty Murphy couldn’t be more thrilled. Every room is full and the adventurous women even invite Misty and her assistant Brynn to join them on a ride to admire the colorful fall foliage. Hotel handyman Rocky Crowder is happy to keep an eye on the lodge for the day, and the ladies set out for a fun ride on the scenic road. The skies are clear, the air is crisp, and the leaves are gorgeous. But what starts as a perfect ride turns worrisome when the tail gunner – the last rider in their group – fails to show up at the Craggy Gardens overlook. Cell phone service is spotty in the remote, mountainous area, and the group is unable to connect with their friend. Might the missing woman have simply run out of gas? Or is something far more sinister afoot? The ladies are determined to locate their ride or die, and Misty is equally determined to help them. But will they be able to solve the mystery when the scenic route seems intent on hiding its secrets?