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In time for the 250th Anniversary of the birth of the United States comes a sweeping, intimate portrayal of Abigail Adams—wife of one president and mother to another—whose wit, willpower, and wisdom helped shape the fledgling republic. A stunning historical novel with modern-day implications from the New York Times bestselling authors of America’s First Daughter and My Dear Hamilton. In the heart of revolutionary Boston, Abigail Adams raises her children amid riots, blockades, and the outbreak of war. While her husband, John Adams, rises from country lawyer to nation-builder, often away for years at a time, Abigail builds her own independence—managing their farm, making lucrative investments, amassing savings, battling plague and loss, and defending their home. Unafraid to speak her mind, she famously offers fearless political counsel, urging John to "remember the ladies” in the new government. Through it all, she becomes his most trusted confidante and indispensable ally. When peace is secured, Abigail steps onto the world stage—exchanging ideas with Thomas Jefferson in the French countryside, navigating court life as the wife of the Minister to Great Britain, and presiding over the parlor politics of the early American republic in New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC. Even after her husband’s presidential administration, she continues battling political foes and working behind the scenes to advance her family, secure independence for the women in her life, and ensure a better life for the next generation of Americans. From war-torn streets to the chandeliered halls of power, A Founding Mother is the unforgettable story of a woman ahead of her time—one whose voice, vision, and valor still resonate powerfully today.

A memorable story of a father and son whose spiritual symmetry transcends all their many shortcomings, "A Fraction of the Whole" is an uproarious indictment of the modern world and its mores.

The Crows are more than nightmares lurking in every shadow.They're a brotherhood. Family. When threats creep in, they'll protect what belongs to them.QuinnDoes a wrong make a right?In my case, it has to.The Kings gave me no choice, no chance to fold.I betrayed the guy who believed he was protecting me while I gave his secrets away.Now we're enemies once more.My brother and I burned all our bridges. Begging Colton DuPont for his help again is my only option.The Crows demand a steep price, but to buy our safety I'll do anything.Even sell my soul to the man who wants me dead.ColtonOur unmatched reign is going up in flames.And I know exactly who our enemy is. Quinn Walker.My queen turned out to be my downfall.Any danger to my brothers is a threat I won't allow.Once these flames sputter to ashes and the dust settles, our next hunt begins.My monster has come out to play, and I won't rest until I get revenge.Burn me once, shame on you. Burn me twice?Baby, you better run, because I'm coming for you.

In this romantic fantasy of manners from New York Times bestselling author Allison Saft, a magical dressmaker commissioned for a royal wedding finds herself embroiled in scandal when a gossip columnist draws attention to her undeniable chemistry with the groom.Niamh Ó Conchobhair has never let herself long for more. The magic in her blood that lets her stitch emotions and memories into fabric is the same magic that will eventually kill her. Determined to spend the little time she has left guaranteeing a better life for her family, Niamh jumps at the chance to design the wardrobe for a royal wedding in the neighboring kingdom of Avaland. But Avaland is far from the fairytale that she imagined. While young nobles attend candlelit balls and elegant garden parties, unrest brews amid the working class. The groom himself, Kit Carmine, is prickly, abrasive, and begrudgingly being dragged to the altar as a political pawn. But when Niamh and Kit grow closer, an unlikely friendship blossoms into something more-until an anonymous gossip columnist starts buzzing about their chemistry, promising to leave them alone only if Niamh helps to uncover the royal family's secrets. The rot at the heart of Avaland runs deep, but exposing it could risk a future she never let herself dream of, and a love she never thought possible.Transporting readers to a Regency England-inspired fantasy world, A Fragile Enchantment is a sweeping romance threaded with intrigue, unforgettable characters, and a love story for the ages.

Rotolo has written a moving account of the fertile years just before the circus of the 1960s was in full swing. She chronicles the backstory of Greenwich Village in the early days, when Bob Dylan was honing his music skills and she was in the ring with him.

A FRESH LOOK AT CHILDHOOD ILLNESS by DAWN LESTERIs everything you've been taught about childhood illness wrong?As parents and caregivers, we are often told that the path to a healthy child is paved with rigid protocols and unquestioned medical routines. But what if there is another way-one that focuses on supporting the body's innate self-healing ability rather than simply managing symptoms?In this groundbreaking new work, Dawn Lester-co-author of the seminal What Really Makes You Ill?-invites you to step back and look at the bigger picture. This book is not a medical manual; it is an invitation to engage in critical inquiry. It provides the information you need to navigate the often-confusing world of children's health with confidence and clarity.Inside, you will discover:The Power of Informed Choice: Why questioning "standardised recommendations" is the first step toward true health freedom.A Natural Perspective: How to look beyond prevailing narratives and understand what truly supports a child's developing body.Taking Responsibility: Practical ways to nurture your child's health from a place of empowerment rather than fear.This book is for the parents and caregivers who feel there is more to the story-those who are ready to look past official dogma, conduct their own research, and rediscover the innate abilities of the human being."A Fresh Look at Childhood Illness unhooks the reader from this fear in the way only a considered, researched, and comprehensive rational shift in perspective can - there's nothing to fix because there's nothing broken, and that belief alone can be the foundation of a family's health."KELLY BROGAN MD, HOLISTIC PSYCHIATRIST AND NY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR

Drift away from the stress of the day. Step into the watery, wonderful world of Mr. Fogherty and his friends.Looking for a peaceful and serene creative experience? Do you dream of village life with a little twist of romance and adventure? This engaging and whimsical adult coloring book from illustrator R.J. Hampson invites you into Mr. Fogherty's magical and enchanting story where the details of each illustration will inspire you to unleash your creativity and color vision.Why you'll love this book:Pages are Single Sided. US Letter Page Size (8.5 x 11 inches / 22 x 28cm).25 Illustrations For All Skill Levels. 25 + 9 Duplicates with a Difference. Each is a story, hand drawn in pen and ink to spark your imagination.70lb/105gsm paper. Perfect for colored pencils, crayons, or markers.Flip Throughs are available on the author's websiteA Frog's Tale is the perfect therapy to help calm your nerves and awaken your imagination. If you like frogs of style and distinction, quiet crafts, and unique ways to unwind, then get your feet wet as you paddle through these charming pages.

Drift away from the stress of the day. Step into the watery, wonderful world of Mr. Fogherty and his friends.Looking for a peaceful and serene creative experience? Do you dream of village life with a little twist of romance and adventure? This engaging and whimsical adult coloring book from illustrator R.J. Hampson invites you into Mr. Fogherty's magical and enchanting story where the details of each illustration will inspire you to unleash your creativity and color vision.Why you'll love this hardcover book:Pages are Single Sided. Perfect for colored pencils, crayons, or markers. US Letter Page Size (8.5 x 11 inches / 22 x 28cm) 56 pages.70 pound / 105gsm Paper for a broader range of mediums.25 Beautiful Illustrations For All Skill Levels. Each is a story, hand drawn in pen-and-ink to spark your imagination.Flip Throughs are available on the author's website.A Frog's Tale is the perfect therapy to help calm your nerves and awaken your imagination. If you like frogs of style and distinction, quiet crafts, and unique ways to unwind, then get your feet wet as you paddle through these charming pages.

"Many seeds travel inside fruits. The fruit is like a suitcase for the seeds. It protects them on their trip." Readers will learn how fruits are designed to protect a plant's seeds and also to help the plant spread its seeds to new places.

Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 255, Publishers: Brill, ISBN-13: 9789004707030, Date of issue: 2024

Summer has always lived with the idea that there was nothing abnormal about her, even though she had an enormous penis and a vagina. Her mother had always kept this from everyone else, shielding her from the truth of her abnormality, until Summer decides t

Humanity has entered a new age of space exploration. By the end of this decade, astronauts will be back on the Moon, and several projects are already underway to send future crewed missions to Mars. A Spacefaring Society assembles renowned researchers and professionals from the space industry to discuss the major milestones ahead. Together, they take us through the wide-ranging innovations, technologies, and capabilities that will be required for any sustainable presence in space.The book is divided into three key sections. It begins with Entering the Golden Age of Space Exploration, outlining current plans to return to the Moon and send humans to Mars, as well as our science objectives, the role of commercial space efforts, and national security. The second section on Creating Sustainability in Space discusses the technologies necessary to make human life self-sufficient beyond Earth, and ongoing experiments that are aiding this effort. Finally, the third section on Achieving Civilization in Space examines such topics as tourism and hospitality, commerce, art and music, human reproduction, education, design and aesthetics, law, sports and entertainment, and many other elements necessary for a stable society off Earth.With wide-ranging contributions from experts across these topics, A Future Spacefaring Society provides an overview of the extraordinary steps and people required to make sustained life in space a reality.

Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 24, Publishers: GOLDEN BOOKS PUB CO INC, Author: Golden Books, ISBN-13: 9780736441537, Date of issue: 2021

Since his parents died, manga artist Ichiro has barely scraped by, forced to support his two younger siblings on just a middle school education. He doesn"t even have time to learn how to use a computer, which forces him to keep wrestling with pen and paper. When his art assistants quit to strike out on their own, on top of juggling deadlines, family, and the constant fear of losing his job, Ichiro feel close to a total breakdown. But then a new assistant pops into Ichiro"s life, and his prospects immediately start to brighten! She"s an incredible artist, she always finishes on time, and she"s beautiful, to boot! But she also seems to know an awful lot about him, and, soon, she makes a confession that bends Ichiro"s mind beyond the confines of Earth.

Since his parents died, manga artist Ichiro has barely scraped by, forced to support his two younger siblings on just a middle school education. He doesn"t even have time to learn how to use a computer, which forces him to keep wrestling with pen and paper. When his art assistants quit to strike out on their own, on top of juggling deadlines, family, and the constant fear of losing his job, Ichiro feel close to a total breakdown. But then a new assistant pops into Ichiro"s life, and his prospects immediately start to brighten! She"s an incredible artist, she always finishes on time, and she"s beautiful, to boot! But she also seems to know an awful lot about him, and, soon, she makes a confession that bends Ichiro"s mind beyond the confines of Earth!

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 224, Publishers: GRAPHIC UNIVERSE, Author: Zeina Abirached, ISBN-13: 9781728446134, Date of issue: 2022

Euphoria meets Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke in this latest novel by the Bram Stoker Award-winning author Hailey Piper, following a couple whose search to spice up their sex life leads them down a path of madness.A kink-fixated couple, Carmen and Blanca, have been in a rut. That is until Blanca discovers the enigmatic Smoke in an under-street drug den, who holds pages to a strange play, The King in Yellow. Read too much, and you’ll fall into madness. But read just a little and pull back, and it gives you the adrenaline rush of survivor’s euphoria, leading Carmen to fall into a game of lust at a nightmare’s edge. As the line blurs between the world Carmen knows and the one that she visits after reading from the play, she begins to desire more time in this other world no matter what horrors she brings back with her. Bram Stoker Award–winning author Hailey Piper masterfully blends horror, erotica, and psychological thriller in this captivating and chilling story.

The first novel in one of the most beloved crime series of all time - more than 30 million copies of the Mikeneko Holmes books sold in JapanDetective Yoshitaro Katayama is afraid of many things: heights, dark spaces, blood and . . . women. When a young female student is found murdered, he's given two choices - review the harrowing crime-scene photographs or head to Hagoromo Women's College to investigate - and reluctantly opts for the latter. But the murders don't stop, and soon Katayama has a different surprise on his hands: a calico cat named Holmes, orphaned her owner falls victim. Surely that's the last thing Katayama needs. Until Holmes begins to display some uncanny investigative instincts of her own . . . Introducing one the most iconic investigative duos in crime fiction - a hapless detective and his capable cat - The Deductions of Mikeneko Holmes is a must for all readers of Japanese cat fiction and classic crime. Translated from the Japanese by Haydn Trowell

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 416, Publishers: Grand Central Publishing, Author: RUNE RUBY, ISBN-13: 9781538789797, Date of issue: 2026

Can love survive when trust is the rarest magic of all?Bella Blythe, master of lattice magic, is determined to win the Runic Games... If only her greatest rival, Remy Reid would get out of the way.For years they one-upped each other in competitions, jobs, and their apprenticeships...Until a single kiss changed everything.With the biggest competition of their lives ahead of them, they're going to have to trust each other...A futile task when they're both harbouring secrets filled with betrayal...With a reputation and a relationship at risk, they're left with an impossible choice:Do they want to win a competition or a heart?Two women, two betrayals, and a romance that will rewrite their destiny.This is a steamy lesbian fantasy romance with rivals to lovers, forbidden romance, only one bed, found family, forced proximity, tons of spice. 18+ readers only. This is the final book in the Girl Games trilogy.

Discover the enthralling fantasy world of gods and mortals in bestselling author Scarlett St. Clair's reimagined New Greece. Readers are "hopelessly addicted" to the story of Hades and Persephone told from Hades's point of view. "Take her, and I will destroy this world. Take her, and I will destroy you. Take her, and I will end us all." Hades, God of the Underworld, is known for his inflexible rule, luxurious night clubs, and impossible bargains. Used to control, he is not prepared to discover the Fates have chosen his future wife and Queen-Persephone, Goddess of Spring. Despite her attraction to the god, Persephone, an ambitious journalism student, is determined to expose Hades for his cruel and ruthless ways.Hades finds himself faced with the impossible-proving his future bride wrong.Regardless of his efforts, there are forces who wish to keep the two apart and Hades comes to realize he will do anything for his forbidden love, even defy Fate.

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 416, Publishers: Bloom Books, ISBN-13: 9781728259680, Date of issue: 2023

Two enemies, one goal: steal each other's hearts.Scarlett Grey, disgraced assassin, is determined to get revenge.Quinn Adams, medic turned-poisoner for hire, is her deadliest rival.For years, they've stolen each other's clients, sabotaged each other's business, and occasionally... slept together.When the Magician Queen offers an irresistible deal, Scarlett and Quinn are forced to work together. But this is not a simple job.With an impossible heist ahead, they're going to have to trust each other...And that's not easy when they both have secrets to hide.Harder still when those secrets will betray the ones they love.Now neither woman is sure if it's a heist they want to win or a heart.Two women, two deadly professions, and a romance that could be their downfall. This is a steamy lesbian fantasy romance with enemies to lovers, a heist, found family, a secret royal, and only one bed.

Harriet and Vesey meet when they are teenagers, and their love is as intense and instantaneous as it is innocent. But they are young. All life still lies ahead. Vesey heads off hopefully to pursue a career as an actor. Harriet marries and has a child, beco

IF YOU'RE HOOKED ON THE TRAITORS, YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS A GAME OF LIES... THE TWISTY SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING THRILLER AND NO.1 KINDLE BESTSELLERThey say the camera never lies.But on this show, you can't trust anything you see.Seven reality show contestants arrive in the Welsh mountains to compete for a life-changing prize, not realising what they're truly signing up for.Each stranger has a secret - and the show will force them to expose one another live on air.It's not long before things take an even darker turn, and Detective Ffion Morgan is summoned to untangle the truth behind the scenes.And when a murderer strikes, every one of Ffion's suspects has an alibi . . . and a secret worth killing for.

He requires a wife. She needs to kill him. All's fair in pursuit of love and revenge.What's a vampire to do when the fae who made her an orphan is searching for a wife?Make him choose her and end his life on their wedding night, of course.Brynleigh has been carefully planning this for years. Her plan is simple: date Ryker Waterborn, the Fae Representative's son, make him fall in love with her, and kill him after they say, "I do."Unfortunately, it will not be that easy. She won't be the only one going after Ryker's hand. Far from it. Two dozen men and women are competing in the Choosing, each searching for their perfect partner. The catch? It's a blind selection process, and contestants won't see each other until they have made their choice.Nothing will stand between Brynleigh and her revenge, not even a competition for love.A Game of Love and Betrayal is the first book in The Choosing Chronicles, a captivating enemies-to-lovers, new adult contemporary high fantasy romance.

Once upon a tangled tale of broken hearts and blackened souls, comes this dark fairy tale retelling from the Wall Street Journal and Amazon.com #1 bestselling fantasy romance authors of Zodiac Academy.A twisted heart, a hollow soul.A broken warrior, lost gods of old.A thief of shadows, blessed with light,A single lie which stole their might.A princess to win, in a brutal game.A great empire falling to a monster's claim.A forbidden love, a curse untold.The last immortal trapped in a coin of gold.Caroline Peckham & Susanne Valenti have sold millions of books worldwide and have become known as the 'Twisted Sisters' due to their dark and decadent romances full of heart-stopping angst. Step into this world of Fae, gods and curses unlike any retelling you've read before.

A thrilling middle grade fantasy about a girl who must participate in a deadly game with a ragtag team of players to save her grandfather from a terrible fate—perfect for fans of James Riley and Shannon Messenger! In the opulent, sinking city of Dantessa, the Great Game rules all. Pia Paro believes that so long as you follow the rules, you always have a chance at winning. But after her beloved Gramps is sentenced to a life of servitude, Pia accepts a dangerous offer and joins a team of players seeking to win the most perilous game of all: Noctis. The Seafoxes—Pia’s new teammates—are unlike anyone she’s ever met. There’s brash, bold Carlo; macabre Serafina; kindhearted Pasquale; and their dashing ringleader, Vittoria. Each has their own reason for playing, and soon, Pia begins to question all her long-held beliefs. Maybe the rules Pia once trusted to lift her up have only been keeping her—and thousands of others like her—down. As she struggles with these revelations, Pia must survive a gauntlet of clockwork soldiers, perilous underwater adventures, and even a game against Death herself. But with Pia’s grandfather’s life at stake, Pia must finally decide whether she’s brave enough to not just break the rules, but to change the very nature of the Game.

Become enchanted by the fantasy world of gods and mortals in bestselling author Scarlett St. Clair's reimagined New Greece. Readers are "hopelessly addicted" to the story of Hades and Persephone told from Hades's point of view. Hades, God of the Dead, does not take sides or bend the rules. He makes no exceptions to these values-not for god or mortal, even his lover, Persephone, Goddess of Spring. Usually, fear prevents retaliation. But not this time. When Hera, Goddess of Women, approaches Hades with a plan to overthrow Zeus, he declines to offer help. As punishment, Hera sentences Hades to perform a series of labors.Each feat seems more impossible than the last and draws his attention away from Persephone-whose own tragedy has left her questioning whether she can be Queen of the Underworld. Can Hades maintain the balance he craves?

In a game of power, can love be the deadliest weapon?Stirling Grey, a legendary negotiator, is on a mission: to mend her broken heart and avenge its ruin.Morrigan Lee, a hidden princess and heir to the throne, is harbouring a dark secret.For years, Stirling and Morrigan navigated the perilous games of power and politics, shared clandestine moments, and ultimately... fell in love...Until a deal with fate forced them apart.When the Queen sets a formidable challenge, Stirling and Morrigan are thrust into a treacherous labyrinth of danger.The task?Protect the kingdom from a terrifying threat or lose the crown forever.But this is not a simple mission.With the clock ticking, they're going to have to trust each other...And that's not easy when their past is filled with betrayal.It's even harder when their hearts are entangled amidst the chaos.Now, neither woman is sure if it's the throne they want to rescue or a love they want to rekindle.Two hearts, one kingdom, and a romance that could lead to their ruin... or just maybe their redemption.This is a spicy lesbian fantasy romance with second chances, ruinous secrets, found family, a masquerade ball, a long con, and a love that could either shatter a kingdom or save it.

An all-female detective agency righting wrongs at the end of the nineteenth century; infiltrating a sCAdalous upper class world straight out of Bridgerton and using their wit and bravery to unmask a villain.

HBO’s hit series A GAME OF THRONES is based on George R R Martin’s internationally bestselling series A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE, the greatest fantasy epic of the modern age. A GAME OF THRONES is the first volume in the series. 'So vivid that you’ll be hooked within a few pages’ The Times Summers span decades. Winter can last a lifetime. And the struggle for the Iron Throne has begun. As Warden of the north, Lord Eddard Stark counts it a curse when King Robert bestows on him the office of the Hand. His honour weighs him down at court where a true man does what he will, not what he must … and a dead enemy is a thing of beauty. The old gods have no power in the south, Stark’s family is split and there is treachery at court. Worse, the vengeance-mad heir of the deposed Dragon King has grown to maturity in exile in the Free Cities. He claims the Iron Throne.

The perfect gift for fans of HBO's Game of Thrones--a boxed set featuring the first five novels! An immersive entertainment experience unlike any other, A Song of Ice and Fire has earned George R. R. Martin--dubbed "the American Tolkien" by Time magazine--international acclaim and millions of loyal readers. Now here is the entire monumental cycle:A GAME OF THRONESA CLASH OF KINGSA STORM OF SWORDSA FEAST FOR CROWSA DANCE WITH DRAGONS"One of the best series in the history of fantasy."--Los Angeles Times Winter is coming. Such is the stern motto of House Stark, the northernmost of the fiefdoms that owe allegiance to King Robert Baratheon in far-off King's Landing. There Eddard Stark of Winterfell rules in Robert's name. There his family dwells in peace and comfort: his proud wife, Catelyn; his sons Robb, Brandon, and Rickon; his daughters Sansa and Arya; and his bastard son, Jon Snow. Far to the north, behind the towering Wall, lie savage Wildings and worse--unnatural things relegated to myth during the centuries-long summer, but proving all too real and all too deadly in the turning of the season. Yet a more immediate threat lurks to the south, where Jon Arryn, the Hand of the King, has died under mysterious circumstances. Now Robert is riding north to Winterfell, bringing his queen, the lovely but cold Cersei, his son, the cruel, vainglorious Prince Joffrey, and the queen's brothers Jaime and Tyrion of the powerful and wealthy House Lannister--the first a swordsman without equal, the second a dwarf whose stunted stature belies a brilliant mind. All are heading for Winterfell and a fateful encounter that will change the course of kingdoms. Meanwhile, across the Narrow Sea, Prince Viserys, heir of the fallen House Targaryen, which once ruled all of Westeros, schemes to reclaim the throne with an army of barbarian Dothraki--whose loyalty he will purchase in the only coin left to him: his beautiful yet innocent sister, Daenerys."Long live George Martin . . . a literary dervish, enthralled by complicated characters and vivid language, and bursting with the wild vision of the very best tale tellers."--The New York Times

Published in celebration of the twentieth anniversary of George R. R. Martin's landmark series, this lavishly illustrated special edition of A Game of Thrones-with gorgeous full-page illustrations in every chapter-revitalizes the fantasy masterpiece that became a cultural phenomenon.In a land where summers can last decades and winters a lifetime, trouble is brewing. The cold is returning, and in the frozen wastes to the North of Winterfell, sinister and supernatural forces are massing beyond the kingdom's protective Wall.At the centre of the conflict lie the Starks of Winterfell, a family as harsh and unyielding as the land they were born to. Sweeping from a region of brutal cold to a distant summertime kingdom of epicurean plenty, here is a tale of lords and ladies, soldiers and sorcerers, assassins and bastards, who come together in a time of grim omens.Amid plots and counterplots, tragedy and betrayal, victory and terror, the fate of the Starks, their allies, and their enemies hangs perilously in the balance, as each endeavours to win that deadliest of conflicts: the game of thrones.

HBO's hit series A GAME OF THRONES is based on George R R Martin's internationally bestselling series A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE, the greatest fantasy epic of the modern age.George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series has set the benchmark for contemporary epic fantasy. Labelled by Time magazine as one of the top 100 most influential people in the world, Martin has conjured a world as complex and vibrant as that of J.R.R. Tolkien, populated by a huge cast of fascinating, complex characters, and boasting a history that stretches back twelve thousand years.Three great storylines weave through the books, charting the civil war for control of the Seven Kingdoms; the defence of the towering Wall of ice in the uttermost north against the unearthly threat of the Others; and across the Narrow Sea the rise to power of Daenerys Targaryen and the last live dragons in the world.Seasons one and two of the HBO adaption of A Game of Thrones aired world-wide to critical acclaim.The box set includes: A GAME OF THRONES A CLASH OF KINGS A STORM OF SWORDS, 1: STEEL AND SNOW A STORM OF SWORDS, 2: BLOOD AND GOLD A FEAST FOR CROWS A DANCE WITH DRAGONS, 1: DREAMS AND DUST A DANCE WITH DRAGONS, 2: AFTER THE FEAST

One wedding. One reluctant bodyguard. One dangerously inconvenient attraction...Penelope Lee didn't want a new bodyguard, especially not a brooding, battle-hardened vampire who would rather be anywhere else. But when her assigned protector is murdered just before her sister's wedding, she's left with no choice.Enter Dahlia St Clair, commander of the vampire-hunter army and the last person who should be stuck on glorified babysitting duty. She's there to drink, dance, and maybe cause a little trouble-not to shadow a bratty princess through a wedding filled with secrets and unseen threats.But when danger strikes, and Penelope becomes a target, Dahlia is the only one standing between her and death.One stolen moment turns into another. One brush of hands, one heated glance, and suddenly, duty feels a lot more like desire.They both know the deal: once the wedding is over, so is this.But when the final toast is made and the vows are spoken, they'll have to decide-was it just a moment in time, or the start of something worth fighting for?A Game of Vows and Vendettas is a short crossover novel for the Girl Games and Kingdom of Immortal Lovers series, set at Morrigan and Stirling's wedding. It is a vampire bodyguard x bratty princess romance with chaos, spice, and features the faces of all your favourites from across both Ruby's main series.

Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 40, Publishers: TUNDRA BOOKS INC, Author: Esmé Shapiro, ISBN-13: 9780735268814, Date of issue: 2022

A hand embroidery pattern book featuring a variety of over 50 patterns inspired by a country garden. The patterns are fun to decorate pillows, quilts, and home decor. The patterns include a variety of birds, bugs, bouquets, garden carts, wagons, vintage dr

For centuries I have suffered.Solidified and silenced, all because I failed to destroy what I was created for.Except now, after so long... There is a female.One who always seems to be by my side.Day after day.Night after night.She talks to me. Touches me. Tells me things. She shares stories of a world I no longer know. She is a reprieve from my punishment. A sweet delight. She liberates me from my solitude.But when I rise, my adversary seizes his opportunity, and she's caught between us.He only wants her to get to me.She isn't his.And I'll do anything to protect what's MINE.

THESE stories were written for my own amusement during a period of enforced seclusion. The flowers which were my solace and pleasure suggested titles for the tales and gave an interest to the work.If my girls find a little beauty or sunshine in these commo

Red London is caught up in the pageantry and thrills of the Essen Tach tournament, and another London is coming back to life...After all, a shadow that was gone in the night reappears in the morning. But magic must always live in balance?and so now, another London will fall.

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 191, Publishers: Crossed Hearts, Author: Shinome Yuhi, ISBN-13: 9789347195907, Date of issue: 2026

Created specifically for fans of Japanese "cool culture," A Geek in Japan is one of the most iconic, hip, and concise cultural guides available.Reinvented for the internet age, it is packed with personal essays and hundreds of photographs and presents all the touchstones of traditional and contemporary culture in an entirely new way. A Geek in Japan decodes the mysteries of the Japanese language, Japanese social values and daily habits, business and technology, the arts, and symbols and practices that are peculiarly Japanese.This revised and expanded edition contains many new pages of materials on all sorts of topics including Kyoto, Japanese architecture, and Japanese video games. It also features a guide to author Hector Garcia's favorite Tokyo hangouts and tips on visiting many "secret" places around Japan. Highlighting the originality and creativity of the Japanese, debunking myths, and answering nagging questions such as why the Japanese are so fond of wearing face masks, Garcia has written an irreverent, insightful, and highly informative guide for the growing ranks of Japanophiles around the world.

HAVING taken more than ordinary Pains in collecting the Materials which compose the following History, we could not be satisfied with our selves, if any Thing were wanting to it, which might render it entirely satisfactory to the Publick: It is for this Re

This thrilling account of piracy in the 17th and 18th centuries offers a detailed look at the lives and exploits of some of the most notorious pirates in history. With colorful descriptions of battles at sea, daring prison escapes, and other high-stakes adventures, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in tales of swashbuckling heroism.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the most notorious Pyrates is a 1724 book published in Britain containing biographies of contemporary pirates, which was influential in shaping popular conceptions of pirates. Its author uses the name Capta

Sigmund Freud's controversial ideas have penetrated Western culture more deeply than those of any other psychologist. The 'Freudian slip', the 'Oedipus complex', 'childhood sexuality', 'libido', 'narcissism' 'penis envy', the 'castration complex', the 'id', the 'ego' and the 'superego', 'denial', 'repression', 'identification', 'projection', 'acting out', the 'pleasure principle', the 'reality principle', 'defence-mechanism' - are all taken for granted in our everyday vocabulary. Psychoanalysis was never just a method of treatment, rather a vision of the human condition which has continued to fascinate and provoke long after the death of its originator. Its central hypothesis, that we live in conflict with ourselves and seek to resolve matters by turning away from reality, did not emerge from experimental science but from self-examination and the unique opportunities for observation presented by the psychoanalytic technique - in particular, from the confessions produced by 'free-association' in Freud's consulting room.Written during the turmoil of the First World War, A General Introduction to Psychoanalysis was distilled from a series of lectures given at Vienna University, but had to wait for the war to end before being made available to the English speaking world.

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 560, Publishers: TokyoPop, Author: Momochi, ISBN-13: 9781427887634, Date of issue: 2026

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 162, Publishers: TOKYOPOP, Author: Momochi,Sando, ISBN-13: 9781427875099, Date of issue: 2024

Two of Dostoevsky's most powerful novellas of obsession, cruelty, and the fragility of the heartA pawnbroker paces beside his young wife’s body, attempting to piece together the circumstances that led to her suicide. A young man is overwhelmed by his own contentment and sows his ruin in a fierce attempt to protect it. BRIEF ENCOUNTERS: classic novellas and captivating stories, to be read in a single sitting or savoured over days