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Gone: Catastrophe in Paradise
A mass of European and American tourists descend on an idyllic tropical island for the holiday of a lifetime. Within hours, hundreds are dead.
What happened? This is the true story of one of history's most tragic and shocking disasters, in which aviation, terrorism, a sudden change in weather and plain old bad luck made for a ruinous mix.
Discover the mind-boggling facts of this catastrophe in this compelling, action-packed and haunting tale of the human condition that will have you turning the pages to the very end.
Praise from readers:
★★★★★ - "Brings to light an accident that many in the aviation field are aware of, but most average people have no knowledge of. Excellent read."
Heroine Of Her Own Life
In early 20th century Belfast, working class Meg Preston struggles to accept her own sexuality and yearns for forbidden love.
Battling the customs and hardships of their time, Meg pursues a relationship with her childhood friend, Lillian Watson. But soon, tribulations of war, violence, and emigration threaten to tear everything apart.
Seeking refuge for herself, her love, and her family, can Meg find the courage to become the heroine of her own life?
Hunting Truffles
"A seamless blend of engaging mystery, insider travelogue, a primer in Italian traditions, and a guide to Italian food and viticulture." - Ambassador Magazine
Northern Italy is the cradle for a precious culinary gem: the white truffle of Piedmont. Worth more than gold, the truffle is sought after by chefs and foodies alike.
But this year, the truffle hunters are in a panic, as they discover that their usual harvest has been stolen from under their feet. Inexplicably, the bodies of murdered hunters turn up, but there are no truffles to be found.
A young man from Tuscany, in tow with his aunt and her restaurant crew, pursues the thieves through the hills of Piedmont, and discovers the delicious wine and food of the region.
Hypno-Scripts
Unleash the power of your mind and discover your potential.
Do you wish you had the power to become all that you can be? All good-intentioned programming works best when you reach a deeper state of mind. The secret is in accessing those states through easy life-changing techniques. A thin window of consciousness differentiates two states of the mind – self-hypnosis and meditation – and this book will show their similarities, and define each condition and accessibility.
If you're curious enough to at least peruse this book, then the ability to learn these techniques is already a part of your consciousness, and will soon to be recognized. Lucky you! Your subconscious is prompting you to investigate. It is saying that you are capable of deeper states of mind.
A Necessary End
By day, actor John Wilkes Booth is a charming Confederate spy; by night, a tragic and troubled figure leading a double life.
As he attempts to uncover Abraham Lincoln’s habits by speaking with his medium, Booth becomes tormented by a malevolent spirit and devises a plan to assassinate the President.
In the midst of his murderous plan, Booth falls in love with the beautiful actress, Alice Grey. As their growing love tests their loyalties, will death or duty prevail?
Praise:
★★★★★ - "Diana Rubino combines authentic history with vivid descriptions to create a thriller with a supernatural twist. As a Civil War fan, I found the characters were true and the locations historically accurate."
★★★★★ - "Historical fiction and supernatural thriller fantastically blended...
A Safe Place To Stay
London, World War Two. When Sandra Cooper is offered the chance to move away with her children, it seems like a good opportunity to escape the 1940 blitz.
Her husband Harry is away in the army, and over the next five years she experiences the very worst of World War 2. As they settle into their new home, she realizes that the Hertfordshire town is not such a safe option after all.
Then along comes Edward; a young pilot who proves a good friend in unexpected circumstances. As Sandra becomes more and more fond of him, Germany prepares to launch their assault on London... and all of their lives will change forever.
A Wild Rough Lot
A compelling introduction to the whaling and sealing industry in Northeast Scotland’s Moray Firth, Malcolm Archibald’s A Wild Rough Lot will guide you through the trade’s history, dangers and successes.
Beginning with a brief look at the geography and maritime history of Northeast Scotland’s ports, the book introduces the Scottish whaling industry through contemporary journals and log books. Laden with illuminating examples, the book covers topics from the stages of a typical whaling voyage to the brutal, often bloody process of the sealing industry.
Broken Heart Attack (Braxton Campus Mysteries Book 2)
When an extra ticket becomes available to see the dress rehearsal of King Lear, Kellan tags along with Nana D and her buddies. But when one of them dies of an apparent heart attack in the middle of second act, Nana D asks Kellan to investigate.
With family members in debt and secret meetings, Kellan learns that the Paddingtons might not be as clean-cut as everyone thinks.
But can Kellan find the killer of Gwendolyn Paddington, or will he get caught up in his own stage fright?
Praise:
★★★★★ - "Upbeat and entertaining. Cudney's writing style is warm, vibrant and edgy."
★★★★★ - "Fast-paced and full of twists you won't see coming."
★★★★★ - "A well recommended murder mystery."
Flower Power Trip - Braxton Campus Mysteries Book 3
At a masquerade ball to raise money for renovations to Memorial Library, Kellan finds a dead body dressed in a Dr. Evil costume. Soon after, a stalker targets school president Ursula.
With a special flower exhibit in town and the arrival of strange letters, Kellan can't decide which mystery in his life should take priority.
Every lead seems to trace back to the Stoddards: a new family who recently moved in. But who really killed the young woman who was staying at the Roarke And Daughters Inn?
Praise:
★★★★★ - "A story with remarkable characters and irresistible charm."
★★★★★ - "The characters are dynamic and memorable. The dialogue is snappy and witty. An excellent read."
Against All Instinct
Konta and his tribe live in a world where changing seasons bring forth increasingly dangerous creatures. Uttering as much as a sound can mean the difference between life and death.
Even in the direst circumstances, his people forge onward, determined to survive. From the calm of early spring to the relentless cold of winter, Konta's family and tribe move with the seasons, and face dangers they could have never expected.
Headstrong and resourceful, Konta sets to overcome the seemingly impossible odds. But nothing he achieves will come without sacrifice.
Praise:
★★★★★ - "Part Edgar Rice Burroughs, part wild documentary set in an alternative world. Anybody that enjoys a touch of wonder or adventure will appreciate the gift this book is."
Aggravated Momentum
When sisters Markie and Kam get tangled with the wrong people at the wrong time, long-buried family secrets begin to emerge.
As a serial killer targets people close to them, danger is inches closer and closer to home, and twisted desires become a reality.
The deeper they dig, the darker the secrets they find. But who is the cold, calculated murderer?
Praise:
★★★★★ - "There is an authenticity to Ms. Oviatt's writing that is refreshing to experience in a thriller-type novel."
★★★★★ - "A murder mystery with plenty of drama, suspense and danger. Fans of mystery and thriller genres will love this book."
And They Danced Under The Bridge
When a deadly plague seizes the walled town of Avignon, young Marius is determined to save his townsfolk from the raging pestilence.
While leading the effort to combat the Black Death, Marius is distracted by a liaison with the mysterious Alice. Meanwhile, Pope Clément harbors a burning desire for vengeance on the boy’s father.
As death sweeps through the city, can Marius reconcile his passion with a duty to his wife, and his responsibility to the townsfolk?
Praise:
★★★★★ - "A gripping, stirring and at times moving insight into the 14th century."
The Kidnapped Smile (The Artania Chronicles Book II)
It has been a year since Alex and Bartholomew first ventured into the mystical Artania. Now, Mona Lisa has been kidnapped, and the two are called in to investigate.
Peril awaits at every turn. Traitorous pirates, fearful gods, monsters of the deep. Artania's safety lies in their hands.
With their spunky sidekick Gwen, Alex and Bartholomew return to Artania to save Mona Lisa from the ruthless pirates. But can they reach her in time?
Praise:
★★★★★ - "Fast-paced fantasy with likable characters and a creative twist."
★★★★★ - "A wonderful story for the young and the young at heart."
★★★★★ - "My daughter and I really enjoyed reading this book together. I would suggest this book for any young adult / adult who is looking for a fun read."
By Chance
When Tara McPherson steps into her office, destiny stares her in the face. The malevolent Tom Spencer enters her life, determined to exact vengeance against the Gifted Three: a group with powers to see the past, present and future.
To save their lives, Tara must overcome her fear and recall long-repressed visions. After their world collapses, the girls' combined gifts become more critical than ever.
With the help of a supernatural presence from the past, they unite against their enemy. But can you really change your fate?
Blurred Vision
Six men wake up in a hazy room. Trying to piece together the jigsaw of how they ended up there, it becomes clear that they are being held prisoner on a spacecraft.
But why were they abducted?
One by one, they are dragged out of the room and into the darkness. From a brilliant professor to a young, headstrong resistance leader, they all have to face their greatest fears and come to terms with their past... and the dangerous future they face.
Praise from readers:
★★★★★ - "I don't normally read sci-fi horror, but I have to say this book had me hooked from the beginning."
★★★★★ - "Unique storytelling... Highly recommended."
Thatchenstein
In Celebrity Chef Zombie Apocalypse, Professor Ted Forsyth created the Lazarus Engine, which could bring the dead back to life.
Now, Wally Pratt - a distant relative of Professor Forsyth - has inherited his house... and the Lazarus Engine. A member of an extreme right-wing political party and desperate for advancement, he puts together a creature from recycled body parts who looks very much like Margaret Thatcher.
The former great leader is reborn, but now... she's known as Thatchenstein.
The third and final book in this unique horror - comedy - parody trilogy by Jack Strange is the best yet, and ends with a powerful climax.
Children of the White Star
After Garryn returns to claim the throne of his homeworld, he's plagued by dreams of a mysterious star system with a yellow sun.
Consulting a mentalist for help, Garryn learns that he is not the only one with the same dreams, and sets on a quest to understand his visions.
Soon, the truth behind the dreams reveals a secret that changes Garryn's life, and shakes the Empire to its foundations.
Praise:
★★★★★ - "I literally could not put this book down until I finished it. If you like space operas, you'll love this book."
★★★★★ - "My favorite thing about this book is the world building. The story takes place in a futuristic society, yet it's more like opulent Victorian England."
Christmas Evil
It's Christmas Eve: a time of wonder, magic, anticipation... and terror.
A father who will go to any lengths to feed his hungry children. An unsuspecting woman who inherits a house with a deadly secret. A murderous widow who shares a train carriage with Jack the Ripper. Two burglars who bite off more than they can chew during a late-night raid.
These and many more bedtime stories come hideously to life in Mark L'Estrange's nineteen tales of terror, each set on the most festive night of the year. Will anyone survive until Christmas morning?
Clare In Marseille
When Clare picks up an odd stone, she never expects to be... transported?
Hundreds of years in the past and thousands of miles away, Clare is lost. Will her new friends Andrew and Harold Marshall help her to find the way back, even if they do not believe her?
And more importantly, can she trust these strangers?
Red Herrings Can't Swim
A drowned man. A sinister circus. And murder... murder... murder.
Nod Blake, the wise-cracking private eye, is back. He's an aging throwback to a bygone era of detecting on the mean streets; a dinosaur of a private eye who never got the memo that he was extinct. And thanks to his over-eager secretary, he's been dumped in the midst of murder most foul.
From beyond the grave, victims are begging Blake to solve their murders. In the real world, he's flummoxed by vandals, threats to his life, wildly raucous suspects and a homicide detective happy to pin killings on him.
Praise:
★★★★★ - "I seldom have the patience to sit and read a book, but crusty old private eye Nod Blake keeps me in the pages for hours."
★★★★★ - "Great character development, great story. Highly recommended."
