Download or read book The Dumpster s Daughter written by PJ White and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2010-10-12 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A bored ten year old girl is stuck at her mother's workplace (a daytime shelter for homeless women and children). While rummaging around she finds a diary which seems to belong to one of the shelter's homeless clients.Whose diary is this? What is her name? The questions become more and more urgent as the girl reads on: this nameless woman and her baby might be in terrible danger. Will she be able to help them? Will she find out who they are before it's too late?

Download or read book A Girl in the Dumpster written by Jack Apfel and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2011-11-28 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the sweltering darkness that envelops an alley in the small town of Candlesberg, Wisconsin, a homeless woman approaches a dumpster in search of food. She finds instead a mysteriously mewling bundle. Reaching inside she discovers a patch of matted hair, a tiny ear, a smooth little shoulder. She knows what to doif only she can conquer her compulsion to drop the newborn and run. Anne Hedlin is trying to get to sleep in her apartment above her resale shop when she is startled by a banging from the shop below. Annes solitary life is transformed when she takes in the homeless woman and the baby she finds at her back door. In its first week, the newborn also profoundly touches the lives of Annes shy teenaged niece, a storefront preacher and his wife, a successful divorced realtor, and the realtors teenaged daughter, whose life of drug abuse and careless sex has become a dumpster of a different sort. With complex characters and surprising twists author Jack Apfel has given us a compelling story of how lives can be knocked off their seemingly inevitable trajectories by an unexpected event, like someone finding a girl in a dumpster.

Download or read book Daughter of a Dumpster Diver written by Sonnet Elizabeth Olsen and published by Trilogy Christian Publishing. This book was released on 2024-02-13 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Whew! What's that smell?" I'm the daughter of a dumpster diver! "Dad, what do you see?" Dark alleys, smelly streets, corner junk piles! My dad took me exploring in some strange places. We went in search of the things overlooked by most. The things people had tossed to the side, thinking it was junk, or ugly, or broken. My dad showed me how to uncover the hidden things found in the gross and dirty corners of the dumpsters of the world. To see the incredible beauty and value underneath. Come on! Let's go see what we can find!

Download or read book Who Killed My Daughter written by Lois Duncan and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2012-08-28 with total page 415 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On July 16, 1989, Kaitlyn Arquette was shot to death in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The police gave up, but her mother would not . . . In this tragic memoir and investigation, Lois Duncan searches for clues to the murder of her youngest child, eighteen-year-old Kaitlyn Arquette. Duncan begins to suspect that the official police investigation of Kaitlyn’s murder is inadequate when detectives ignore her daughter’s accidental connection to organized crime in Albuquerque. When Duncan loses faith in the system, she reaches out to anyone that can help, including private investigators, journalists, and even a psychic. Written to inspire other families who have lost loved ones to unsolved crimes, Who Killed My Daughter? is a powerful testament to the tenacity of a mother’s love. A heartbreaking personal account by an Edgar Award–winning author known for such books as I Know What You Did Last Summer, this is a true story with “all of the elements of a suspenseful mystery” (School Library Journal). This ebook features an illustrated biography of Lois Duncan including rare images and never-before-seen documents from the author’s personal collection.

Download or read book Pray for the Girl written by Joseph Souza and published by Kensington Books. This book was released on 2019-04-30 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Joseph Souza, acclaimed author of The Neighbor, brings readers into the dark heart of a small town in this riveting, relentlessly twisting new novel . . . Lucy Abbott never pictured herself coming back to Fawn Grove, Maine. Yet after serving time in Afghanistan, then years spent as a sous chef in New York, she’s realized her only hope of moving on from the past involves facing it again. But Fawn Grove, like Lucy herself, has changed. Lucy’s sister, Wendy, is eager to help her adapt, almost stifling her with concern. At the local diner, Lucy is an exotic curiosity—much like the refugees who’ve arrived in recent years. When a fifteen-year-old Muslim girl is found murdered along the banks of the river, difficult memories of Lucy’s time overseas come flooding back and she feels an automatic connection. At first glance, the tragedy looks like an honor killing. But the more Lucy learns about her old hometown, the less certain that seems. There is menace and hostility here, clothed in neighborly smiles and a veneer of comfort. And when another teen is found dead in a cornfield, his throat slit, Lucy—who knows something about hiding secrets—must confront a truth more brutal than she could have imagined, in the last place she expected it . . . “Delivers one devilish twist after another, pulling you into the story and never letting go. A tightly paced suspense drawn with compellingly real characters, Souza’s newest domestic thriller is a genre-defining tour-de-force.” —Steve Konkoly

Download or read book Against the Wall written by Jill Sorenson and published by Loveswept. This book was released on 2016-02-02 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The RITA-nominated author of The Edge of Night returns with another seductive novel, hailed by M. O’Keefe as “a dirty, gritty gem of a book.” As teens, Eric and Meghan fell for each other despite the odds—but now that they’re all grown up, they’re reunited by dangerous secrets. Eric Hernandez is the bad boy of every schoolgirl’s fantasies—and every mother’s nightmares. But after serving time for manslaughter, he’s ready to turn his life around. He just needs a chance to prove himself as a professional tattoo artist. The one thing that keeps him going is the memory of the innocent beauty he loved and left behind. Meghan Young’s world isn’t as perfect as it looks. The preacher’s daughter is living a lie, especially now that Eric is back. Tougher, harder, and sexier than ever, he might be the only person she can trust. But there’s no telling what he’ll do to protect her if he learns the truth, and that’s a risk Meghan won’t let him take. And yet, back in the arms of the troubled boy with the artist’s soul, Meghan can’t help surrendering to the man he’s become. Praise for Against the Wall “Against the Wall is a sexy, unique love story that I devoured in one day. Jill Sorenson’s voice is so fresh, her characters shine bright. This book is a must-read for New Adult lovers.”—New York Times bestselling author Monica Murphy “A dirty, gritty gem of a book, with a hard edge of realism and bright, hopeful heart!”—M. O’Keefe, author of Everything I Left Unsaid “Tackling serious elements such as domestic abuse and gang violence, the author never lets the compelling plot take a backseat to the sexy love story between her two imperfect yet likable characters.”—Library Journal “This intense contemporary story has solid character and emotional development.”—Publishers Weekly “The story is tough and gritty but well done and worth reading.”—Book Binge Includes an excerpt from another Loveswept title.

Download or read book Open Your Eyes written by Jake Olson and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2014-01-07 with total page 221 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Doctors removed Jake Olson’s left eye at ten months old. When he was twelve, after years of radiation and chemotherapy, the cancer took his right eye as well. That’s when Jake’s story really began. When ESPN met Jake Olson, he was a twelve-year-old boy who wanted to spend his final weeks of sight with the USC football team. Jake’s story became one of the most recognized pieces in the network’s history, earning an award, instantly viewed by hundreds of thousands of people worldwide. But Jake’s story didn’t end with his final surgery or with ESPN—not by a long shot. Now sixteen, Jake Olson dreams of becoming the first blind golfer in the PGA. How is such a thing even possible? How does that level of perseverance endure in someone with so many reasons to give up? In Open Your Eyes, Jake Olson tells more than his story. He reveals the ways of thinking, living, and praying that have kept him and his family triumphant in the face of their tribulations. Told with sincerity and humor in tandem with leadership coach McKay Christensen, Open Your Eyes is not just a heartwarming chronicle of the Olson family’s struggle. Jake’s story is a step-by-step lesson in perseverance and motivation from a young man who knows how to put the past in the past. From the USC locker room to the fairways of Pebble Beach, Jake Olson will inspire you, your family, and your team with bravery, ability, and faith. It is time to learn from this remarkable young man and open your eyes to a happier life.

Download or read book Inferno written by Tom Gormley and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2022-10-10 with total page 467 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The December 30, 2021, Marshall Fire outside of Boulder will be remembered as the most destructive inferno in Colorado history and one of the top fifteen worst fires in the western U.S. In a little over four hours, the fire, fueled by high velocity Chinook winds, burns 6,026 acres, consumes 1,084 structures, and damages many additional. Over 37,500 residents evacuate. Most flee without receiving any warning, leaving with little more than the shirts on their backs, escaping a fire burning minutes behind. Miraculously, only two persons are killed and eight injured during the fire. Though everyone’s story is unique, common experiences abound. Scenes during the fire are surreal with one house engulfed in flames while its neighbor sits untouched with Christmas lights twinkling. The fury of the wind decides what burns and what stands untouched. “INFERNO!” is the true story of the Marshall fire and the many miracles that occur during and after. Interviews, local history and pictures convey the turmoil, tragedy and drama of this nightmare.

Download or read book Stalked and Locked in St Petersburg written by Vicky Morley and published by novum publishing. This book was released on 2022-07-11 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After a rape that ends her idyllic childhood in St. Petersburg, young and talented Sharon embarks on a journey in and out of mental institutions, hospitals, and jail, trying to come to terms with the demons that plague her.

Download or read book Child of the State An Elizabeth McClaine Thriller written by Catherine Lea and published by Catherine Lea. This book was released on 2024-03-14 with total page 357 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 2017 Silver Falchion Award Nominee ​"He's first. You're next." That's the message someone scribbled on a photo of Stacy May Charms' six-year-old son, two days before her release from prison. Stacy knows why. She doesn't know who. And she's not waiting around to find out. Her plan is to grab her child and run. Elizabeth McClaine has no idea why Stacy ran, but she intends to find out. Contracted to oversee the governor’s early release program for young incarcerated mothers, she is responsible for the program’s first successful applicant. But when Stacy May breaks parole only two hours after her release, Elizabeth is flung into social and political exile, her reputation in ruins. If she is to clear her name and save Stacy May, she must figure out what Stacy knows, and who she’s running from. And all the clues point back to those who were supposed to be saving her. The Elizabeth McClaine thrillers are additions to the great action and character-driven mystery and suspense thrillers in the tradition of Lisa Regan, S. W. Hubbard, and Mary Stone. What readers are saying: "Blew me away." "I loved every page and couldn't wait to get to the next." "Excellent writing, riveting plot, and great attention to detail." A Word from the Author First of all, thank you for your interest in my books. You’ll find in many of my books, I include characters with intellectual or physical challenges. Added to this, I wanted to write twisty crime thrillers with complex characters and surprise endings, so I created the Elizabeth McClaine thriller series. So, who is Elizabeth McClaine? Elizabeth is a little different from the usual private detective or amateur sleuth. She’s a feisty, mature socialite with reputation and social standing, and a simmering attraction for Detective Lance Delaney, a man with his own secrets. The storylines involve kidnappings, heists, white-collar crime, and murders that will keep the pages turning onto the wee hours. What gives these stories heart? Real, believable characters from Elizabeth herself to Holly, the cherished only daughter born with Down syndrome. Having loved and cared for a disabled daughter myself, I know the joy and the challenges caring for and loving a disabled child can bring. Therefore, from book #1, Holly brings Elizabeth a real sense of purpose and a desire to help those in need. The books in the series are sequential, but each is a standalone, so you can read them out of order. The Elizabeth McClaine Series so far Includes: BOOK #1: THE CANDIDATE’S DAUGHTER BOOK #2: CHILD OF THE STATE BOOK #3 A STOLEN WOMAN THE ELIZABETH MCCLAINE BOX SET OF THRILLERS Standalone Titles by Catherine Lea LAST SEEN LEAVING – A THRILLER DROPPING DEAD IN DELBY RISH – A VERY BRITISH MURDER MYSTERY (Satire) THE CONTESTANT – A SERIAL KILLER THRILLER If you have any questions, you’ll find my page on Goodreads. Again, my most heartfelt thanks for your interest, Catherine

Download or read book Their Second Chance Child written by Karen Sandler and published by Silhouette. This book was released on 2009-02-01 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tony Herrera couldn't believe Becca Stiles had applied for a job at the home he'd started for former foster kids. And that he'd hired her! Eleven years ago, she'd walked out on him and their marriage without a backward glance. But even as the old attraction sizzled between them, the single father knew that letting Becca back into his life was asking for trouble. Rebecca knew that returning to her childhood town would reopen old wounds. But Tony had a child of his own now—a little girl who needed a mother.

Download or read book Do Unto Others written by Amanda Feyerbend and published by Amanda Feyerbend. This book was released on 2019-12-31 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THEY KILLED HIS DAUGHTER Gabe Woodall’s life is upended when his daughter is assaulted and left to die in the trunk of a car. THEY THOUGHT THEY GOT AWAY WITH IT In a second blow, the district attorney drops the charges against her murderers. THEY WERE WRONG Gabe decides to take matters into his own hands, and this grieving father has no qualms about cutting a bloody path across Atlanta to get justice. Authors Note: This book is intended for adult audiences. It contains mature language and depictions of violence.

Download or read book Children of the Night written by Amanda Ashley and published by Zebra Books. This book was released on 2020-01-28 with total page 1466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enter the lush, sensual world of bestselling author Amanda Ashley’s Children of the Night series, a place where Vampires indulge their appetites and fall prey to love and desire. Night’s Kiss The Dark Gift has brought Roshan DeLongpre a lifetime of bitter loneliness—until he travels into the past to save the beautiful witch Brenna Flanagan from the stake. Now, in the modern world, Brenna’s seductive innocence and sense of wonder are utterly bewitching the once-weary vampire, blinding him to a growing danger . . . Night’s Touch Cara DeLongpre wandered into the mysterious Nocturne club looking for a fleeting diversion from her sheltered life. Instead she found a dark, seductive stranger whose touch entices her beyond the safety she’s always known and into a heady carnal bliss . . . Night’s Master Kathy McKenna was sure that the little Midwestern town of Oak Hollow would be isolated enough to keep her safe, but the moment the black-clad stranger walked into her bookstore, she knew she was wrong. Raphael Cordova exudes smoldering power, and his sensual touch draws Kathy into a world of limitless pleasure and unimaginable dangers . . . Night’s Pleasure Savanah Gentry’s life was so much simpler when she was a reporter for the local newspaper. That was before her father’s sudden death drew her into a mysterious new world. A Vampire hunter by birth, Savanah has been entrusted with a legacy that puts everyone she cares for in danger—including the seductive, sensual Rane Cordova, a Vampire who unleashes her most primal desires . . . Praise for Amanda Ashely and Her Novels “Amanda Ashley is a master storyteller.” —Christine Feehan “A master of her craft.” —Maggie Shayne

Download or read book A Light in a World of Darkness written by Paul Gardiner and published by Archway Publishing. This book was released on 2014-04-04 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On January 1, 2015, twenty-seven-year-old Michael Essential and twenty-four-year-old Karina Foster say tie the knot in a reception hall in western Maryland. For Michael, its a turnaround of his life, a life that has had more downs than ups. Its at this wedding Deseray, a beautiful friend of the bride, meets a caterer named Paul, a friend of the groom. Just as their relationship begins, however, Paul is murdered in an alley in a sleepy town in Pennsylvania. Deseray survivesbut goes on to experience violent nightmares of the evening of Pauls murder that leave her unable move on with her life. Worse, the detective working on the case has no evidence, and the murder goes unsolved while other crimes pile up in this quiet city. Meanwhile, in Italy, a serial killer starts a spree that extends across continents. Intelligent and creative, the perpetrator hopes to change society by committing murders in beautiful and notable places around the world. A globe-trotting mystery novel, A Light in a World of Darkness follows a long trail of murder and mayhem.

Download or read book Such a Pretty Girl written by Laura Wiess and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2008-09-04 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Meredith was promised nine years of safety, but they only gave her three. Her father, who was sent to prison for sexually abusing Meredith and other children in the small town, has been released early on good behaviour. He was supposed to be locked up until Meredith's eighteenth birthday, when she would be free of her abusive father and her delusional mother, who dwells on a fantasy that the three of them will be a happy family once more. But Meredith is only fifteen, and her father is out of prison…and her mother is bringing him home. And Meredith won't let him hurt her, or anyone else, ever again. No matter what the cost. Lyrical, suspenseful, and emotionally shattering, SUCH A PRETTY GIRL is the compelling story of one young woman's painful fight for survival - and her journey back to herself.

Download or read book Hannahwhere written by John McIlveen and published by Crossroad Press. This book was released on with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a suburb on Boston’s North Shore, a catatonic little girl is found behind a dumpster. She is a mystery. As Social Worker Debbie Gillan pieces together the puzzle of the child's identity, she discovers the child had disappeared two years earlier along with a twin sister. She also discovers HANNAHWHERE, an alternate world that is both a haven and a prison.... Life altering trauma becomes the key to unraveling the truth about the children, about Hannahwhere...and about Debbie herself. Truths that could either save them or destroy them all. “HANNAHWHERE is a revelation. This constantly surprising novel has some very dark moments, but John McIlveen's clean, clear prose carries you through them and back into the light of the good, decent people who fuel this story with their desperate efforts to do the right thing. Hannah herself is a joy. If she were up for adoption, I'd be the first in line.” -- F. Paul Wilson, New York Times bestselling author of COLD CITY “HANNAHWHERE by John McIlveen is everything a book should be--filled with unforgettable characters, fast-paced, and a page-turner. I loved it!” -- Heather Graham, New York Times bestselling author of LET THE DEAD SLEEP "From the very first line of HANNAHWHERE, you know you're in good hands. John McIlveen raises a compelling new voice with a story that is at once playful and frightening, thrilling and heartbreaking. Highly recommended." -- Jonathan Maberry, New York TImes bestselling author of ROT & RUIN and FIRE & ASH. "John McIlveen's HANNAHWHERE is a thrilling, emotionally complex paranormal mystery. The little girls at the center of the story will touch your heart and unsettle you, all at the same time. A wonderful first novel from an exciting new voice in genre fiction." -- Christopher Golden, New York Times bestselling author of SNOWBLIND "Love it, love it, LOVE IT!" -- Rick Hautala, bestselling author of THE DEMON'S WIFE

Download or read book The Girl From Silver Creek Book One written by Doris Willis Gracia and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2017-04-06 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Short stories from the life of a Nurse from Silver Creek, Mississippi. Travel back to when life was simpler, work was harder and the good times made great memories and even better stories. The first book in a series of three.