Download or read book Threads of Deception written by D. M. Hedlund and published by Author House. This book was released on 2005-12-01 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In an enchanted world where man, sorcerer, elf, fairy, and many other species coexist, each race struggles to maintain power over the others. When the Sorcerer tries to regulate this power by casting a forbidden spell and splitting the world into two parallel dimensions, where humans live separately from the enchanted species, an ancient prophecy is unleashed. After discussing the threat of this prophecy, elf King Pladonima and fairy Queen Garnya call upon one who possesses the unique ability to challenge the Prophecy and to save the two worlds: Hayden Robert Wood who is the only living heir to both worlds.Joined by the charming fairy Penella, Advisor of the Eastern Assembly, and by the courageous elf Tenendail, Advisor to the King of the Central Alliance, Hayden departs on a heroic quest to race against the rapidly fraying threads of time endangered by the Prophecy. These threads contain the secret deception of one who will weaken the company. Hayden and his companions, guided by four mysterious nymphs on their journey, travel through enchanted portals that lead to uncharted lands of imminent danger and storybook reality. This dynamic and captivating character encounters many obstacles along the way-obstacles that force him to question the trustworthiness of his new-found friends and the loyalty of one of his companions.

Download or read book Glimmer of Deception written by Heather G. Harris and published by Other Realm. This book was released on 2022-06-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some rude SOB keeps trying to kill me! I need to find my would-be assassin and stop him before he puts the nails in my coffin. Oh, and I probably need to stop the rampaging ouroboros who is destroying parts of the city...

Download or read book The Kiss of Deception written by Mary E. Pearson and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2014-07-08 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Kingdom of Morrighan is steeped in tradition and the stories of a bygone world, but some traditions Lia can't abide. Like having to marry someone she's never met to secure a political alliance.

Download or read book Threads of Deception Webs of Truth written by J. W. Still and published by Tate Publishing & Enterprises. This book was released on 2013-12-31 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Steve is the retired commander of an elite Navy Seal team who is searching for his niche in life after leaving the service. He and his former team members find themselves caught in the middle of an arch villain's moral dilemma. Can they unravel Gregor's twisted web before it kills one of their own? Along the way he and his friends grow closer together and find romance and lifelong companionship as they are sucked into the deceitful web that spans the entire globe.

Download or read book Threads of Deception written by Travis C Patterson and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-08-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step into a world of mystery and unraveling truths with 'Man of the Cloth, ' the gripping opening installment of the 'Threads of Deception' series. Meet Mike, a retired rogue traveling minister whose life takes an unexpected turn as he settles into the heart of Atlanta. A man cut from a different cloth, Mike's past in the US Military and his experiences ministering to various communities have forged him into an outsider who has seen the underbelly of faith. Amidst a backdrop of a city teeming with life, Mike opens a clothing tailor shop, stitching together fabric and lives in a bid to heal both himself and those around him. However, his serenity is shattered when he encounters Nicholas Winnters, a charismatic figure whose presence radiates suspicion. As Mike delves deeper, he uncovers a cult-like influence that chills him to the bone. Haunted by memories of his own encounters with corruption within religious organizations, Mike is on a quest to unravel the threads of deception that have ensnared the vulnerable. Battling against the forces of manipulation, he becomes a beacon of hope for survivors seeking solace and redemption. In 'Man of the Cloth, ' author Travis Patterson masterfully weaves a tale of intrigue, courage, and the delicate balance between trust and betrayal. With every twist and revelation, the lines between faith and manipulation blur, challenging Mike's resilience and determination. Set against the backdrop of a city where shadows dance, this suspenseful narrative grips readers from the first page and doesn't let go until the last thread of deception is exposed. Prepare to be captivated by a story that probes the intricacies of human vulnerability, the allure of charismatic leaders, and the redemptive power of one man's unwavering dedication to unraveling the shadows that threaten to consume the faithful. 'Man of the Cloth' is a tale that examines the very fabric of faith, trust, and the unbreakable spirit of a man determined to save those who have fallen victim to the tangled threads of deceit.

Download or read book A Great Deception written by Western Shugden Society and published by Western Shugden Society. This book was released on 2010 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A courageous and compelling account of Tibetan history and the activities of the current Dalai Lama that stand in stark contrast to popular perceptions of a "holy" politician. With an extensive compilation of news stories, documents, personal accounts, and chronologies, a tangle of religion and politics is revealed that plays out in Tibetan exile communities and across the international stage, embodied in the person of the 14th Dalai Lama. The aims of this book are religious--to end an illegal ban on a mainstream Buddhist practice that the Dalai Lama has personally rejected and maligned. However, to get to the heart of this human rights issue and to gain the support of those who can affect its resolution, the book endeavors to follow knotted threads of political ambitions, deception, greed, and betrayal to unravel the popular mythology that surrounds the iconic Dalai Lama of Tibet.

Download or read book Games of Deception written by Andrew Maraniss and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-03-02 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: *"Rivaling the nonfiction works of Steve Sheinkin and Daniel James Brown's The Boys in the Boat....Even readers who don't appreciate sports will find this story a page-turner." --School Library Connection, starred review *"A must for all library collections." --Booklist, starred review Winner of the 2020 AJL Sydney Taylor Honor! From the New York Times bestselling author of Strong Inside comes the remarkable true story of the birth of Olympic basketball at the 1936 Summer Games in Hitler's Germany. Perfect for fans of The Boys in the Boat and Unbroken. On a scorching hot day in July 1936, thousands of people cheered as the U.S. Olympic teams boarded the S.S. Manhattan, bound for Berlin. Among the athletes were the 14 players representing the first-ever U.S. Olympic basketball team. As thousands of supporters waved American flags on the docks, it was easy to miss the one courageous man holding a BOYCOTT NAZI GERMANY sign. But it was too late for a boycott now; the ship had already left the harbor. 1936 was a turbulent time in world history. Adolf Hitler had gained power in Germany three years earlier. Jewish people and political opponents of the Nazis were the targets of vicious mistreatment, yet were unaware of the horrors that awaited them in the coming years. But the Olympians on board the S.S. Manhattan and other international visitors wouldn't see any signs of trouble in Berlin. Streets were swept, storefronts were painted, and every German citizen greeted them with a smile. Like a movie set, it was all just a facade, meant to distract from the terrible things happening behind the scenes. This is the incredible true story of basketball, from its invention by James Naismith in Springfield, Massachusetts, in 1891, to the sport's Olympic debut in Berlin and the eclectic mix of people, events and propaganda on both sides of the Atlantic that made it all possible. Includes photos throughout, a Who's-Who of the 1936 Olympics, bibliography, and index. Praise for Games of Deception: A 2020 ALA Notable Children's Book! A 2020 CBC Notable Social Studies Book! "Maraniss does a great job of blending basketball action with the horror of Hitler's Berlin to bring this fascinating, frightening, you-can't-make-this-stuff-up moment in history to life." -Steve Sheinkin, New York Times bestselling author of Bomb and Undefeated "I was blown away by Games of Deception....It's a fascinating, fast-paced, well-reasoned, and well-written account of the hidden-in-plain-sight horrors and atrocities that underpinned sports, politics, and propaganda in the United States and Germany. This is an important read." -Susan Campbell Bartoletti, Newbery Honor winning author of Hitler Youth "A richly reported and stylishly told reminder how, when you scratch at a sports story, the real world often lurks just beneath." --Alexander Wolff, New York Times bestselling author of The Audacity of Hoop: Basketball and the Age of Obama "An insightful, gripping account of basketball and bias." --Kirkus Reviews "An exciting and overlooked slice of history." --School Library Journal

Download or read book Threads of Deception written by D. M. Hedlund and published by . This book was released on 2005-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In an enchanted world where man, sorcerer, elf, fairy, and many other species coexist, each race struggles to maintain power over the others. When the Sorcerer tries to regulate this power by casting a forbidden spell and splitting the world into two parallel dimensions, where humans live separately from the enchanted species, an ancient prophecy is unleashed. After discussing the threat of this prophecy, elf King Pladonima and fairy Queen Garnya call upon one who possesses the unique ability to challenge the Prophecy and to save the two worlds: Hayden Robert Wood who is the only living heir to both worlds.Joined by the charming fairy Penella, Advisor of the Eastern Assembly, and by the courageous elf Tenendail, Advisor to the King of the Central Alliance, Hayden departs on a heroic quest to race against the rapidly fraying threads of time endangered by the Prophecy. These threads contain the secret deception of one who will weaken the company. Hayden and his companions, guided by four mysterious nymphs on their journey, travel through enchanted portals that lead to uncharted lands of imminent danger and storybook reality. This dynamic and captivating character encounters many obstacles along the way-obstacles that force him to question the trustworthiness of his new-found friends and the loyalty of one of his companions.

Download or read book The Anatomy of Deception written by Lawrence Goldstone and published by Anchor Canada. This book was released on 2011-01-28 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the tradition of Caleb Carr’s The Alienist and Matthew Pearl’s The Dante Club, this mesmerizing forensic thriller thrusts the reader into the operating rooms, drawing rooms, and back alleys of 1889 Philadelphia, as a doctor grapples with the principles of scientific process to track a daring killer. In the morgue of a Philadelphia hospital, physicians uncover the corpse of a beautiful young woman. What they see takes their breath away. Within days, one doctor, Ephraim Carroll, strongly suspects that he knows the woman’s identity. . .and the horrifying events that led to her death. But in this richly atmospheric debut novel – an ingenious blend of history, suspense, and early forensic science – the most compelling chapter is yet to come, as the young doctor is plunged into a maze of murder, secrets, and unimaginable crimes. Peopled with vibrant real-life characters such as Canadian William Osler, hailed as the Father of Modern Medicine; famed surgeon William Stewart Halsted, who performed the first emergency blood transfusion and invented surgical gloves; and the controversial painter Thomas Eakins, The Anatomy of Deception brings to life a little-known and exciting turning-point in American medical history, when ignorant butchery gave way to intelligent surgery–and a young doctor is forced to confront an agonizing moral choice between exposing a killer, undoing a wrong, and, quite possibly, protecting the future of medicine itself.

Download or read book Undercover Justice Shadows of Morality written by MIRRIAM MUSONDA SALATI-OPPONG and published by Mirriam Kangwa Salati-Oppong. This book was released on 2024-02-21 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to Willow Creek, a small town nestled in a dense forest, where the streets are lined with towering willow trees and quaint houses exude warmth. But the idyllic facade is shattered when a mysterious death rocks the close-knit community. Detective Emily Parker, clad in her worn-out leather jacket, arrives at the haunting crime scene—an abandoned cottage stained with blood. As she meticulously documents each piece of evidence, she uncovers peculiar symbols that hint at a deeper, more sinister motive. Emily's dedication to justice sets her on a path of conflict with skeptical fellow officers and a town unwilling to acknowledge the darkness within. Secrets emerge from the shadows—Dr. Michael Reynolds, a charming psychiatrist with hidden agendas, and Sarah Lawson, an enigmatic artist with uncanny intuition. Emily's investigation reveals a complex web of lies, a journey into the past, and a dangerous game where danger lurks around every corner. As dusk settles over Willow Creek, Emily understands the danger that resides within her beloved town. "The Shadows of Willow Creek" is a psychological thriller that weaves a tale of suspense, betrayal, and redemption. Can Emily unravel the secrets hidden beneath the picturesque exterior, or will the shadows consume the town she holds dear? Find out in this gripping novel where justice comes with a high cost.

Download or read book The Shadows of Willow Creek written by MIRRIAM MUSONDA SALATI-OPPONG and published by Mirriam Kangwa Salati-Oppong. This book was released on 2024-02-21 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the small town of Willow Creek, Detective Emily Parker is thrust into an investigation that shakes the community to its core. A series of perplexing deaths have struck fear into the hearts of its residents, as each victim boasts a solid alibi, making it seemingly impossible to directly link anyone to the crimes. Determined to bring justice to the victims and restore peace to her town, Emily embarks on a relentless pursuit of truth. As Emily delves deeper into her investigation, she unravels a twisted web of deception and hidden motives, shrouding the true identity of the perpetrator. In her quest for answers, she finds herself drawn closer to two key figures in Willow Creek. The first is Dr. Michael Reynolds, a highly respected psychiatrist known for his effective treatments and supposedly impeccable reputation. However, there is something about his demeanour that raises suspicion within Emily. The second figure is Sarah Lawson, an enigmatic artist with an uncanny ability to uncover the darkest secrets of those around her. Sarah seems to possess knowledge about each victim's hidden past, making Emily question whether she could be somehow connected to the murders. As Emily tries to gather evidence against these two suspects, she unwittingly becomes entangled in their dangerous psychological games. With every encounter, Emily's conviction strengthens, driving her further towards the belief that either Michael or Sarah is responsible for these heinous crimes plaguing Willow Creek. Yet, the more she uncovers, the more complicated the case becomes. Each twist turns her deeper into a labyrinth of secrets and double-crosses, forcing her to confront her vulnerabilities and question whom she can truly trust. As tension escalates in the once-peaceful town, Emily races against time to expose the elusive killer before more innocent lives are lost. With her determination unyielding and her intuition sharpened by every clue uncovered, she inches closer to unravelling the truth that lurks beneath the surface of Willow Creek. "Fatal Alibis" is a gripping crime novel that explores the depths of human nature and the lengths one detective will go to seek justice. It delves into the complexities of psychological manipulation and the enduring resilience of a detective determined to solve a case that challenges everything she thought she knew. Prepare yourself for a thrilling journey through twists and turns as Detective Emily Parker fights to unmask a serial killer hidden within the community she swore to protect.

Download or read book A Linguistic Approach to Revelation 19 11 20 6 and the Millennium Binding of Satan written by Alan E. Kurschner and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2022-08-22 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is the establishment of the millennium binding of Satan cohesively linked with Jesus’s victorious battle in the Book of Revelation? This study is the first to answer this frequently debated question from a linguistic perspective.

Download or read book A Necessary Deception The Daughters of Bainbridge House Book 1 written by Laurie Alice Eakes and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2011-10-01 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When young widow Lady Lydia Gale helps a French prisoner obtain parole, she never dreamed he would turn up in her parlor. But just as the London Season is getting under way, there he is, along with a few other questionable personages. While she should be focused on helping her headstrong younger sister prepare for her entré into London society, Lady Gale finds herself preoccupied with the mysterious Frenchman. Is he a spy or a suitor? Can she trust him? Or is she putting her family in danger? Readers will enjoy being drawn into this world of elegance and intrigue, balls and masquerades. Author Laurie Alice Eakes whisks readers through the drawing rooms of London amid the sound of rustling gowns on this exciting quest to let the past stay in the past and let love guide the future.

Download or read book Threads of Deception subtitle Webs of Truth written by J. W. Still and published by . This book was released on 2021-12-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gregor is a German spy at the end of his life's journey. Before he can pass comfortably however, he must make peace with his conscience. In his struggle with the initial stages of Alzheimer's he must face ghosts he had long thought dead and buried. The moral dilemmas a military man turned spy, were haunting him and dancing through his mind more vividly than ever before due to his oncoming illness. Gregor had been put in the United States as Hitler's last act of defiance toward the Allied Commanders. He is struggling with the moral compromises his mission is demanding from him and has reached the conclusion he will "bow out" and return his childhood home. In the process he must decide whether he will leave the network he had spent the better part of his life building intact or undermine it as he makes his exit. This decision would be easy if he did not despise what he had done as Hitler's pawn. He must decide if he will continue to strengthen and support an ideology he no longer believes in or if in the end he will sabotage what he views as his insidious act. Steve is the retired commander of an elite Navy Seal team who is searching for his niche in life after leaving the service. He and his former team members find themselves caught in the middle of an arch villain's moral dilemma. They struggle to unravel Gregor's twisted web before it kills one of their own. Along the way he and his friends grow closer together and find romance and lifelong companionship as they are sucked into the deceitful web that spans the entire globe.

Download or read book Dark Deception Defenders of Justice Book 2 written by Nancy Mehl and published by Bethany House. This book was released on 2017-06-06 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kate O'Brien's quiet life in small-town Shelter Cove, Arkansas is shaken when her past suddenly comes roaring back to life. Four years ago, she and her twin sister were attacked by an elusive serial killer. Only Kate survived, and she's been in witness protection ever since. When new evidence arises to suggest the convicted man wasn't the murderer, she's subpoenaed to testify in the new trial. Afraid to go back into that world, Kate only agrees if Tony DeLuca, the deputy Marshal who protected her during the original trial, escorts her to St. Louis. Tony readily takes on the assignment; Kate's beauty and inner strength made more of an impression on him than he expected. But when Kate's safety is threatened, Tony must race against the clock to keep her alive and put this ugly case to rest before anyone else gets killed.

Download or read book The Celestial Veil written by Bill Valiontis and published by Bill Valiontis. This book was released on 2024-01-03 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a world where time is a tangible force, Althea discovers a hidden archive detailing the existence of the Celestial Veil, a mysterious barrier shielding the world from the chaos that lies beyond. Determined to unveil its secrets, Althea embarks on a quest to find the legendary floating city said to house the key to the Veil's mysteries.

Download or read book The Empire of Necessity written by Greg Grandin and published by Metropolitan Books. This book was released on 2014-01-14 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the acclaimed author of Fordlandia, the story of a remarkable slave rebellion that illuminates America's struggle with slavery and freedom during the Age of Revolution and beyond One morning in 1805, off a remote island in the South Pacific, Captain Amasa Delano, a New England seal hunter, climbed aboard a distressed Spanish ship carrying scores of West Africans he thought were slaves. They weren't. Having earlier seized control of the vessel and slaughtered most of the crew, they were staging an elaborate ruse, acting as if they were humble servants. When Delano, an idealistic, anti-slavery republican, finally realized the deception, he responded with explosive violence. Drawing on research on four continents, The Empire of Necessity explores the multiple forces that culminated in this extraordinary event—an event that already inspired Herman Melville's masterpiece Benito Cereno. Now historian Greg Grandin, with the gripping storytelling that was praised in Fordlandia, uses the dramatic happenings of that day to map a new transnational history of slavery in the Americas, capturing the clash of peoples, economies, and faiths that was the New World in the early 1800s.