Lesley Cozens wrote Nicky a letter before she died, the contents of which the reader does not know until much later in the novel, but the letter triggers a rage in Nicky that could have had tragic consequences if Chloe had not got involved. When Nicky begins hanging around Chloe's house with a mixture of curiosity and anger that she has had a happy life compared with his, he is prepared to hate her, but instead the two of them form a strange kind of bond. Chloe is her mother's daughter, and finds herself wanting to help Nicky find his real mother, the one who abandoned him at birth. Ironically, the clues she pieces together about what happened lead her back to her mother's home town, and to her childhood friend, Sonia, who is keeping a painful secret of her own. Chloe finds comfort in helping Nicky, a boy who is almost like a brother in that her own mother looked out for him for so long, and Nicky discovers that sometimes you have to trust in people in order to move on and build a life...

    A collection of science fiction stories written by acclaimed author Poul Anderson.Poul Anderson is best known for sci-fi adventure stories in which larger-than-life characters succeed gleefully or fail heroically. Anderson's also famous for writing 'Call Me Joe' (not included in this volume) which featured the premise of a paralyzed man whose mind is remotely controlling an alien body. This same theme also appears in James Cameron's 2009 movie "Avatar" – similar enough that some reviewers are calling for Anderson to receive some form of credit.Included in this volume:Story One: Duel on SyrtisBold and ruthless, he was famed throughout the System as a big-game hunter. From the firedrakes of Mercury to the ice-crawlers of Pluto, he'd slain them all. But his trophy-room lacked one item; and now Riordan swore he'd bag the forbidden game that roamed the red deserts ... a Martian!Story Two: SecurityIn a world where Security is all-important, nothing can ever be secure. A mountain-climbing vacation may wind up in deep Space. Or loyalty may prove to be high treason. But it has its rewards...Story Three: The Valor of Cappen VarraWe have said that there are many and strange shadows, memories surviving from dim pasts, in this fantastic universe of ours...Story Four: Industrial RevolutionEver think how deadly a thing it is if a machine has amnesia—or how easily it can be arranged…Story Five: The Sensitive ManOne man stood between a power-hungry cabal and world mastery--but a man of unusual talents...These are the original and unabridged versions of these classic science fiction treasures. A must-have for fans of classic sci-fi!

    It happens when proven teaching strategies intersect with technology tools, and yet it’s not uncommon for teachers to use a tool because it’s “fun” or because the developer promises it will help students learn.  Learning First, Technology Second offers teachers the professional learning they need to move from arbitrary uses of technology in their classrooms to thoughtful ways of adding value to student learning.   This book includes:  An introduction to the Triple E Framework that helps teachers engage students in time-on-task learning, enhance learning experiences beyond traditional means and extend learning opportunities to bridge classroom learning with students’ everyday lives.Effective strategies for using technology to create authentic learning experiences for their students.Case studies to guide appropriate tech integration.A lesson planning template to show teachers how to effectively frame technology choices and apply them in instruction.

    mainland, the U.S. Pacific Fleet manages a strategic withdrawal of civilians and supplies. Aboard the USS Ronald Regan, Dr. Henry Damico advises the remnants of the civilian government and military leadership on how to survive in a world overrun with zombies. Meanwhile, Henry’s wife Kelly has spent the apocalypse on the front lines caring for desperate civilians within a clinic defended by the military. When the military network of convoys tasked with retrieving refugees scattered throughout the city begins to break down, Sergeant First Class Carl Harvey must lead the last convoy into San Diego. Sergeant Harvey battles through a city of death to reunite Kelly with her husband aboard the U.S.S Boxer, but an unexpected outbreak transforms Sergeant Harvey’s last mission into a desperate fight for survival against the ravenous dead.

    Making big ideas simple, Dean takes readers on a journey to uncover what makes a dinosaur a dinosaur, what dinosaurs ate, how they evolved, what caused them to go extinct, and more!Perfect for anyone fascinated by the dinosaur exhibits at museums, palaeontology and fans of Jurassic Park.

    

    As they hunt through the primordial depths of the valley, they discover ancient horrors that not only threaten to unravel their minds, but to end their lives as well. When the casualties mount, the men of Vulture Squad must abandon their human nature and give in to their savage instincts in order to survive...the Primitive War. DISCLAIMER - This novel is set in the Vietnam War, and as such, it isn't suitable for children. There is graphic violence, adult language, drug use, and many references to war-borne tragedy.

    Between the pages of this book are scores of riveting tales from individuals' past lives collected by author Lois Wetzel, MFA. Lois has been doing past life readings from the Akashic Records for over twenty years. Detailed descriptions of civilizations and their artifacts prior to recorded history are plentiful, including several in which the souls originally came to Earth from other star systems. There are cases of lives where lessons were not learned, recounted so the individual can learn those lessons and thereby heal and release painful recurring patterns in their lives. Also included are past lives in which the client learns of their past successes, and of forgotten skills and talents which they could tap into in this lifetime if they so choose. Many readers have reported that just reading about the past lives of Lois' clients have had a healing effect upon them as well." Lois J Wetzel, MFA

    J. “Jesse” Prieo, a small town Deputy Sheriff, led a life of comfort with a loving family by his side. All that changed in an instant when genetically engineered creatures were set loose on an unsuspecting world. The creatures, terrifyingly similar to velociraptors, were cynically designed to remove humanity's surplus numbers. The situation soon spiraled out of control, and these 'Raptors' quickly became the new apex predator. In this lawless new world 'Justice' has become a forgotten term. Small pockets of civilization remain, but they are few and far between. Most are run by those ruthless enough and mad enough to claw their way to the top. Jesse Prieo still holds on to a personal code. He is not a ruthless man. He is not interested in gaining power. But he will do whatever it takes to lay his ghosts to rest and bring justice to the world. Helped by Cory Melkin, a former radical; Evelyn Phelps, a woman of many hidden talents; and Kate, a lost child who knows more than she is saying, Jesse must survive long enough to uncover the dark secrets that led to The Raptor Apocalypse and prevent the extinction of the human race. “Mad Max meets I Am Legend meets Jurassic Park meets Robert McCammon on speed.” — Harry F. Kane, Goodreads. “This was an unexpected good find.” — Kim Venatries, Amazon. “Loved every horrifying moment.” — K. Blakely, Goodreads. “This was a well written, fast pace, roller coaster of mayhem and emotion.” — Kkline, Amazon. “If you want a believable post-apocalyptic world, this is it.” — Garrett Robinson, Amazon. “It is a dangerous place with real consequences for the characters. They never feel safe. Not everyone is going to survive.” — Carl Sinclair, Amazon.

    And my crime was being unlucky enough to work for Drake Barrett… A body that looked like it was made for giving women the best sex of their lives. And eyes as cool as polished steel. That was the man who would become my boss…and my tormentor. When billionaire mogul Drake Barrett took over the hotel I worked at, I had no idea that he would turn my life upside down. Gorgeous, intimidating and cold as ice, he marched into our workplace like a conquering general and immediately began cleaning house. Tales of his firings, his insults, and his demands began spreading through the hotel like wildfire. But those rumors were nothing compared to the man himself. Drake Barrett was rude, insulting, cruel and callous. So I couldn’t be blamed for venting about him in the bathroom to one of my colleagues. I told her exactly what I thought of our new boss, in great detail. It wasn’t meant to hurt anyone; I just said those things out of frustration. But when my comments were inadvertently overhead by Drake himself, I became his number one target. And he decided to make an example of me. Now, I have to deal with Drake Barrett’s series of unforgiving punishments meant to teach me a lesson. And the worst part of all? The worst part is how much I like it.

    On a cold February day, both women leave home hoping to rebuild their lives, not knowing their worlds will soon collide.When fate eventually brings them to Tenley House, the home of a bitter, domineering matriarch who controls her fickle son and terrorises her adoptive granddaughter, the women find themselves in danger. Behind the facade of propriety, amidst secrets and lies, the truth will unfold when evil is awakened… Hiding in plain sight and sworn to avenge the wrongs of the past, something stalks the corridors of Tenley. It listens and waits patiently, lurking in shadows, tormenting its prey and when the time is right, begins to strike down the occupants of Tenley, one by one... Deceptively dark with a creeping sense of menace, this is the tale of two young women drawn together by circumstance and heartbreak. Patricia Dixon is the bestselling author of Over My Shoulder and They Don't Know. Death's Dark Veil is a suspenseful and brooding psychological thriller which will appeal to fans of authors like Lisa Jewell, Lianne Moriarty and Kerry Fisher.

    It's widely considered an ecological paradise. But beneath its majestic canopy lies a dark underbelly of strange creatures, secret facilities, and horrifying experiments.Five months ago, survival expert Zach Caplan swore off the wild and moved to New York City. But when trouble strikes his ex-girlfriend, famed biologist Amanda Morgan, he must return to the forest that nearly destroyed him. This, however, will prove far more difficult than he could ever imagine.For something is stirring within the Vallerio. Something ancient, something deadly. And as Caplan fights to untangle the terrifying truth about the dark forest, he will come to an inescapable conclusion. The fate of humanity is in his hands ... and one wrong move could mean extinction. Behemoth is an action-packed, twisty apocalyptic adventure, perfect for fans of Jurassic World and King Kong as well as for readers of Greig Beck, Jeremy Robinson, & Preston & Child. This thrilling tale will leave you gasping for breath and eager for more!

    . . Separated by 40 million years, man and nature's apex predators are about to cross paths.A TRAIL OF DEVASTATION . . . Deep in the jungles of Andhra Pradesh, India, hundreds of villagers have been attacked by the most ferocious land predator ever to have lived. At the mercy of a government that cares nothing for them, the body count begins to rise as the villagers cling to the hope that someone, somewhere will have the courage to fight.A SON'S SEARCH FOR HIS FATHER . . . Eric Holden learns that his father is killed by an unknown animal in the unexplored heart of India. A mysterious guide appears and offers him the chance for revenge.ERIC HOLDEN LEARNS THAT HE MAY NOT LEAVE INDIA ALIVE . . .Traveling to India to face his father's murderers, Eric leaves behind the life he knew, unsure if he will ever be able to return. Left to nature and the horrors of the jungle, Eric will see that revenge carries a terrible price.

    . . in short, a new life. But when rumors around town cast her boss in a shady light, Jeena starts questioning her employer's integrity. Still, the money is good and his ethics aren't her concern. Right? Wrong. The rumors are just the beginning. Jeena's boss disappears just when hush-hush phone calls, unpaid salaries, and piles of bills attract the attention of federal authorities. Then, Jeena's carefully crafted world begins to crumble and her struggle with alcohol rears its ugly head. Shaken to the core as she faces financial and emotional ruin, Jeena is confronted with her prejudices--and with a God she had long forgotten.

    Thrill as they cross paths with the evil Mahar, the ape-like Sagoths, and all manner of prehistoric creatures . . . as well as the lovely Dian the Beautiful! More than simply an epic adventure, At the Earth's Core is also one of Burroughs' most compelling love stories.