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Lovina's Choice
Hannah Schrock - 2019
Heartbroken and mistrusting of love Lovina vowed never to fall in love again. Her parents want nothing more than to see their daughter happily married and arranges a courtship between her and Stephen Ropp. When she becomes friends with quiet and shy Aaron Graber, Lovina is surprised to find how much she enjoys spending time with Aaron. As their friendship grows, so does her feelings for Aaron. Until the day of the barn raising when Noah returns after two years. Confused and surprised Lovina is faced with Noah for the first time again. He declares he never stopped loving her, but can Lovina believe him after he let her down once before. As she tries to shy away from her parents arranged courtship with Stephen, trying to decide how she feels about Noah, Lovina spends more and more time with Aaron. When disaster strikes a second time, Lovina is forced to face her feelings and make a decision that would determine the rest of her life. Enjoy this heartwarming sweet Amish romance as Lovina Raber learns to love and trust again. Will she fall for the boy her parents have arranged, or will she rekindle her feelings with Noah? Can her friendship with Aaron possibly turn into something more? Find out now and enjoy the ups and downs of falling in love in Lancaster County.
The Sewing Job (Willa's Story Book 2)
Brenda Maxfield - 2018
She’s determined to have a more “normal” life and not let her severe headaches impede her activities. Collin guards his secret, digging himself in deeper and deeper. Not only are his lies increasing, but his affection for Willa and the Keims—his claimed grandparents—is increasing. Willa’s new job throws her and Collin together. Their connection deepens and Collin knows he can’t maintain his deception any longer. He can’t trick the people he loves the most. But telling the truth will surely mean being thrown out of the tight Amish community he has come to cherish. Yet, he’s determined to come clean. What kind of a person would he be otherwise? Is there any way Collin can fix this? Is there any way his new “family” will forgive him? And is there any way Willa can see past his lies to who he really is?
“In the tradition of the works of Beverly Lewis, Cindy Woodsmall, and Wanda Brunstetter, Brenda Maxfield continues to bring you gripping Amish tales of love, hope, and God’s miracles.”
Enjoy this inspirational Christian romance today!
The Jarrow Trilogy
Janet MacLeod Trotter - 2012
Gripping, emotional and uplifting, the Trilogy is inspired by Catherine Cookson, her mother and grandmother.The Jarrow Lass: Brought up on her parents' smallholding in Jarrow in the harsh years of the 1870s, selling vegetables to poverty-struck Irish labourers such as the unruly McMullens, Rose dreams of the world beyond the grime of the town, a world she glimpsed at a fairytale wedding on the Ravensworth Estate as a child. Capturing the heart of handsome and respectable steelworker William Fawcett, it seems her wish for a better life is finally within reach. But tragedy strikes, and to save her young family from destitution, Rose must turn to wild John McMullen. The Jarrow Lass is the first novel in the Jarrow Trilogy and is inspired by Catherine Cookson's grandmother.A Child of Jarrow: To escape her possessive and drunken step-father, Kate is sent away from teaming Jarrow to work on the Ravensworth Estate. She is soon attracting the attention of charming, headstrong Alexander and dares to dream of a future with him. But when Kate discovers herself pregnant and alone she must return to face the wrath of her step-father. Yet she refuses to give up hope that one day Alexander might return to claim her and their love child. Poignant and compelling, A Child Of Jarrow is the second in the Jarrow Trilogy.Return to Jarrow: Rebellious Catherine (Kitty) McMullen, resentful of her mother’s new husband and yearning to escape impoverished Jarrow, determines to educate herself. Soon streetwise Kitty is a ghost of the past and the well-spoken, well-read Catherine leaves the north-east to follow her dreams. But this plucky and romantic heroine encounters hardship and heartbreak on the road to self-discovery. Return To Jarrow concludes the bestselling trilogy.
Minecraft Comics: Flash and Bones and the Empty Tomb of Hero-brine: The Ultimate Minecraft Comics Adventure Series
Calvin Crowther - 2014
More Images. Easier to read on mobile phones. Longer story. Better graphics Episode 1: The Empty Tomb of Hero-brine Flash finds himself trapped in this strange land where everything looks different than he's used to and behaves strangely. He must learn to survive by his wits by trial and error. Not by using some Minecraft Handbook with all the rules explained. He soon runs into a Minecraft Village out hunting and tries to take his pig but wolves chase them into a ravine where they discover even more deadly monsters and a mysterious empty tomb surrounded by writings on the walls. The empty tomb belongs to Herobrine and the writings are some sort of Herobrine Diary announcing to the world that he has risen. Thus begins the amazing series of Minecraft Interactive Adventures of Flash and Bones. This Amazing series of Real Minecraft Comics is the first of its kind - Including over 106 fully illustrated comic pages - An integrated treasure map and hunt for Hero-Brine's tomb - A FREE bonus book that you can unlock with a secret code discovered while following the treasure hunt - A Minecraft Handbook that includes 12 activity quests to solve in order to find Herobrine's tomb and the Herobrine diary, making these truly Minecraft Interactive Adventures This Minecraft diary of our heroes adventures has the look and feel of any of the best Marvel Comics with superheros based on the Minecraft mobs and characters you've come to love from the game as well as other Minecraft books. In these Minecraft Adventures, our hero Flash will be searching for the mysterious Herobrine with the help of a Minecraft villager named Bones and their mysterious rescuer named Angel. Along the way they'll run into many different Minecraft monsters, including zombies, wolves, an evil witch, skeletons, creepers, endermen, and the ender dragon. In order to complete their journey they must uncover hidden Minecraft secrets, mine and craft tools, build structures and set Minecraft traps in order to make it to the end of their quest and keep from being eaten or captured by Herobrine and his evil minions. What you expect from Minecraft Comics, Herobrine Comics and Herobrine Books will never be the same after reading these Amazing Interactive Adventures of Flash and his sidekick Bones. Make sure to download your Minecraft Handbook with 12 activity puzzles that go along with the story - Find the differences in the 2 Minecraft scenes - Solve the logic puzzle to find out who wins the fight - Answer questions about the story so you can follow the treasure map to Herobrine's tomb and the Herobrine Diary Minecraft Comics in the Flash and Bones series - #1 The Empty Tomb of Hero-brine - #2 Leetah the Wicked Witch - #3 Escape from Hero-brine's Minions - #4 Hero-brine's Mountain Prison - #5 The Enderman Zombie Potion - #6 The Wild West Frontier - #7 The Mystery of the Secret Stronghold - #8 The Demon Zombie Curse - #9 The Jungle Demon Agramon - #10 Agramon's Nether Fortress - #11 The Magic Golden Apple - #12 The Creeper Canyon Quest
Sea, Sun, Cads and Scallywags (Trengillion Cornish Mystery Series Book 3)
Daphne Neville - 2014
The Swinging Sixties are at their height and Trengillion in Cornwall is much changed since the early 1950s. Charles, the last of Trengillion’s prominent family, has died, and Penwynton House, his prestigious former home, is up for sale, causing much consternation amongst villagers as to the future of the rambling, neglected building. Deep inside Bluebell Woods, the children of the village, wrapped in a world of pop stars, music and fashion, spend much of the school holidays playing in and around their makeshift den. And at The Ringing Bells Inn, Landlord Frank Newton and his wife, Dorothy, concede it is time to think of retirement. Meanwhile, visitors come and go and life goes on as normal. Or does it? The strange behaviour of some visitors raise many questions. The death of a quiet, unassuming holidaymaker in a subsequent supposed accident causes much gossip, and the evolving summer turns out to be anything but normal. Sea, Sun, Cads and Scallywags is the third in a series of seven books located in Trengillion on Cornwall’s beautiful Lizard Peninsula.
and Cain Smiled (Shad Cain Book 10)
Lou Bradshaw - 2020
But it was anyone’ guess, whether or not he would stay that way for long. Bunny, like the wild and crazy Coonskin Kelly and the level headed and even the even-tempered Wellington, were the men who turned Cain from boy to man. Without their help, he may not have survived his first fall and winter in the Rocky Mountains. Cain makes it a habit to do what he can for the all the old trappers he comes across. Slipping a few dollars in one of their pouches, was pretty common with Shadrac Cain. He had been told by an unreliable source that the elder of the group had passed away. But a much more reliable source knew for certain that the old trapper was still above ground and needing help. There seems to be an organized force working to get Bunny out of his home and off his wild and nearly worthless land. Ride along with Cain and Dog as they do all they can to keep the old man’s final years’ worth living. Somewhere along the way another soul came into Cain’s life and takes a big chunk of his heart.
Mariposa
R.O. Lane - 2019
It's a tough assignment, and both men escape with their lives repeatedly. Along the way, the men find love and romance. It's a story of two men who grow to respect one another because they always do their duty as their consciences dictate. Another exciting novel from the pen of R. O. Lane
That Deadly Space: A Civil War Novel
Gerald Gillis - 2017
Conor Rafferty joins the Confederate army as a young infantry officer against the wishes of his father who, in his Irish anger, is adamantly opposed to a war with the North. Conor soon finds himself in many of the war’s most consequential battles, leading from the front and risking all inside that deadly space. He serves with distinction in General Robert E. Lee’s celebrated Army of Northern Virginia as it seeks the crowning victory that will end the war and stop the carnage. Along the way, Conor becomes a protégé of fellow Georgian John B. Gordon who eventually rises to command a Confederate army corps. At the conclusion of each chapter, the narrative transitions to the now aged Conor who answers the probing questions of his grandson Aaron, himself a captain in the U.S. Army and scheduled for duty in Europe during World War I. The grandfather and grandson thus spend a week together—a week of sharing, learning, and bonding. That Deadly Space is a compelling tale that portrays the drama, heroism, romance, and tragedy of the Civil War.
Man Hunt
Priya Kumar - 2020
If you really want to feel alive, get out of the four walls of the little point in space you call home and embrace the infinite, immortal truth of who you really are. You cannot know life living in the box of your daily existence. Step out into the planet, step into the wild, and you will come alive. Set in the Nagarjuna Tiger Reserve, the story is filled with Suspense, Drama, and Divinity, which brings fore issues like deforestation, genetic modification of animals, corruption in media, vested political agendas, and a larger environmental impact stemming from our responsibility. Get into the canter for an adventure of a lifetime, through the jungles of India’s most pristine tiger reserve. And as you do, keep your eyes open to the truth about the state of our planet. We were given its custody, and we have polluted it with our greed, ignorance, and misplaced purposes. There is still a way back, there is still a way out to restore our world to the glory it was meant to be. Let’s go. The wild is calling.About the AuthorPriya Kumar is an Internationally Acclaimed Motivational Speaker and Bestselling Author of 12 Inspirational Books. In her 25 years journey with Motivational Speaking, she has worked with over 2000 Multi-National Corporates across 47 countries and has touched over 3 million people through her workshops and books, and is the only Woman Speaker in India to have done so. She is the only Indian Author who has won 39 International Awards for her books.
Anxiety Girl Breaks Free: The gripping finale in the enthralling Anxiety Girl series (Anxiety Girl - Book 3)
Lacey London - 2018
He is standing right here in front of me. This could be the start of something special. It should be the start of something special. Only life isn’t always that simple, is it? With Aidan back in Cheshire and work on Blossom View well under way, it would appear that things are finally falling into place for Sadie Valentine. Her career with the charity is keeping her busy, Aldo is enjoying being off the market and her relationship with her mother is starting to heal, but it’s not long before the cracks start to show. Not wanting to succumb to the anxiety that is slowly casting a shadow over her newly-found happiness, Sadie attempts to press on with her life regardless. As Sadie tries to paper over the cracks, blasts from the past return to tip her world upside down in ways she could never have imagined. With her limits being tested once again, can Sadie use her experience and strength to break free from her anxiety once and for all? They say that the past should stay buried, but what if some ghosts simply refuse to lie low? Slip into Sadie’s world as she tries to adjust to a potentially life-changing discovery and change the perception of mental health forever. The other books in the ANXIETY GIRL series are available worldwide from Amazon. Praise for the ANXIETY GIRL series – “An excellent book combining a very meaningful story with a significant, yet sympathetic, account of mental health challenges faced by many in the modern world.” “This book allowed the reader to understand how much mental health can affect anyone at any time, no matter who you are or where you come from.” “Just reading this book has helped immensely with my anxiety and given me ideas on coping strategies.” “I am a sufferer of anxiety and depression and could relate throughout the whole book.” “This is a powerful story that anyone who has suffered from anxiety can relate to.” “Anxiety Girl has inspired me to learn more about anxiety. Brilliant book that everyone with or without the condition should read.”
Until I Find You (Billie Carlson #1)
Anna Smith - 2022
Perfect for fans of Marnie Riches and Martina Cole.WHEN YOU'VE LOST EVERYTHING, YOU'LL STOP AT NOTHINGBillie Carlson left the police force under a cloud. Once a promising young officer she now works as a private investigator, rooting out insurance scams and spying on cheating spouses.One morning a distraught young woman comes into her office saying that her baby has been stolen. Her story seems unbelievable, yet something about her makes Billie want to help - Billie knows what it's like to lose someone too.To get to the bottom of the case Billie must rattle some dangerous cages and rely on old police friends for inside help. Soon she discovers a network of crime deeper and far more twisted than she ever could have imagined. But is she in way over her head?
The Middle Building On Treemont Avenue
Danielle Carleon - 2018
In The Middle Building on Treemont Avenue, Asla Hall resides on the 11th floor with her husband. She’s successful and has everything a woman could wish for except a child, however she’s fully present in her husband’s daughter’s life…a child from an outside relationship. In The Middle Building on Treemont Avenue, Layah Stone is a career-driven woman. As a young doctor she finds herself achieving all of her goals, however she fails miserably in the love department. Layah is dealing with a dark past and horrid childhood. In The Middle Building on Treemont Avenue, Bailey hails from Atlanta, Georgia but settles on Treemont Avenue after landing the job of her dreams as the new and young face on the morning news. Bailey is also battling a mental illness and still she somehow finds love in the midst of her chaos. In The Middle Building on Treemont Avenue, Tori is the youngest of the bunch and the firecracker of the crew. She’s built ford tough and has her fiery mother to thank for that. Tori is madly in love and struggles between being a lady or tucking her gun for once and for all. Danielle Carleon crafts a coming of age story about four women who each discover something different about themselves once they all move into the same building and become friends. This full-length standalone is full of life’s lessons, love and focuses on the important of sisterhood.
Summary: "Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine: A Novel" by Gail Honeyman | Discussion Prompts
bestof.me - 2019
Nobody has ever told Eleanor Oliphant that life should not only be fine but better than fine. Eleanor Oliphant is an ordinary woman who struggles with the appropriate social skills she needs to have on occasion. She has the tendency to say the exact words that she is thinking. Truth is, nothing is really missing in her carefully timetabled life that can be described as avoidance of social interactions. Her weekends are punctuated by frozen vodka, pizza, and phone chats with her Mummy. But everything will change for Eleanor when she meets Raymond in her office. He is the bumbling IT guy who is deeply unhygienic. When Eleanor and Raymond saw an elderly gentleman who has fallen on the sidewalk, together they saved Sammy. This became the start of the three’s friendship. They would rescue one another from the lives of isolation that they have each been living. And it is none other than the big heart of Raymond that would ultimately help quiet Eleanor to find the best way to repair her own profoundly damaged heart. Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine will soon be a major motion picture that will be produced by actress Reese Witherspoon. This novel is a warm, smart and uplifting story of an unlikely heroine whose weirdness and unconscious wit would make an irresistible journey.In this comprehensive look into Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine: A Novel by Gail Honeyman, you'll gain insight with this essential resource as a guide to aid your discussions. Be prepared to lead with the following: Discussion aid which includes a wealth of prompts and information Overall plot synopsis and author biography Thought-provoking discussion questions for a deeper examination Creative exercises to foster alternate “if this was you” discussions And more! Disclaimer: This is a companion guide based on the work Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine: A Novel by Gail Honeyman and is not affiliated to the original work or author in any way. It does not contain any text of the original work. If you haven’t purchased the original work, we encourage you to do so first.
A Pregnant Christmas Bride for the Bad Mannered Brick Layer: Mail Order Bride Historical Romance (The Twelve Mail Order Brides of Christmas Book 7)
Emma Morgan - 2018
She is relieved to find a man willing to take on a pregnant wife, and resolves to make the union work. Even is the man is a bit loud, spends too much time at the pub, and speaks to her as if she had no mind of her own. Robert Killiam works as a bricklayer in the city, and living a solitary life has not does much for his manners. He’s used to folks who speak their mind, and mild-mannered Alice seems happy to go along with whatever he suggests. She’s lovely and kind, but—he thinks—also a bit dull. But the Christmas holiday bring back sad memories for Alice, and she finally puts her foot down. Robert sees something new in this timid woman, and he’s more determined than ever to make her happy. And when the baby suddenly arrives early, he realizes how much this budding family has already changed his life.