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Rule of Three (Harper & Hattie Magical Mystery Book 3)
Stacy M. Jones - 2020
Witches say what you put out into the world comes back threefold, and that's exactly what Hattie is hoping for when an old enemy comes back to town.Hattie has to decide if he's a friend or still a foe as she embarks on ensuring justice is served on a lingering murder investigation. Can Dante La Croix help Hattie finally bring the killer to justice or will he use his voodoo to drive her out of town?If that wasn't enough, Hattie and Harper are trying to prove a local author is being framed for the murder of a rival. Two authors, similar names, same city - there's more than just a simple coincidence at play. Harper is developing her psychometry ability more and more each day. It might be just the skill needed to catch a killer when even the cops can't figure it out.If you like charming characters, a hint of romance and an entertaining cozy mystery with a fun paranormal twist, you'll love Rule of Three. Read Book 3 in the Hattie & Harper Magical Mystery Series. While this is a standalone mystery, it does contain spoilers for Saints & Sinners Ball Book #1 in the series.
The Extractor
J.T. Brannan - 2017
Brannan. THE EXTRACTOR features John Lee, an ‘extraction specialist’, and his close-knit team of operatives, whose job it is to rescue people from the worst environments on Earth. Trained as a US Air Force Pararescueman, an expert martial artist and an ex-movie stuntman, John is an expert in personnel retrieval; there is no place in the world out of his reach, and nothing will get in his way once he is hired to do a job. In this first adventure, Lee is hired to track down a missing research team from the University of Chicago. On a mission to the Amazon to locate a lost tribe, and the mysterious plant that is said to make its members all but immune to disease, the team have not been heard from in weeks. But what Lee finds in the rainforest is more than anyone bargained for – he not only has to battle against the incredible natural dangers of the Amazon, but he is also forced to contend with drugs gangs and their hidden laboratories, and another group who are tracking the research team and the lost tribe for their own nefarious ends. In a frantic race against time, John Lee knows that it is not just the scientists he has to find and protect – the fate of the lost tribe and its miraculous plant-life is also in his hands, and the future of medicine along with it. THE EXTRACTOR is a fun, action-filled adrenaline ride with a hero who is a combination of Jackie Chan and Bear Grylls, and will be enjoyed by readers of all ages. Start the adventure now!
Caliber Detective Agency Box Set - Book 1-3 (Caliber Detective Agency Box Sets 1)
Remington Kane - 2019
From REMINGTON KANE, the author of Johnny RevengeCALIBER DETECTIVE AGENCY BOX SET - Books 1-3Featuring:
Caliber Detective Agency - Generations - Book 1Caliber Detective Agency - Temptation - Book 2
Caliber Detective Agency - A Ransom Pain In Blood - Book 3
The Office Wife
Mimi Wilde - 2014
For adult readers.Marcie has never heard of such a thing as a contract to become a substitute wife and it’s even more shocking coming from the real wife of her attorney boss. It’s very simple. She needs to care all her boss’s needs at work. Some of those needs are pretty kinky. It also involves being shared with the boss’s partner. Marcie should say no. But she doesn’t.
The Visitors: A True Haunting (True Hauntings Book 5)
Rebecca Patrick-Howard - 2016
They didn’t believe in ghosts…but they would.Named for the row of weeping willows that lined the driveway,Willow Terrace was the most well-known house in the county. With its sweeping views, wraparound porches, and fourteen rooms it was the kind of place that was coveted. Built in the mid-nineteenth century, it was also one of the old houses in town. Stained windows, intricate wood carvings, and a winding staircase straight out of the movies–
So why had it been empty for so long?
The Sanders family had been watching the house for most of their lives. As a teenager, Piper had sworn she would own the house one day. When their small business began taking off, they finally had the chance to buy Willow Terrace and begin fixing up the sad, neglected place.They’d brushed off those rumors and stories they’d heard, tales of ghostly figures that appeared in windows, cries in the middle of the night, objects that flew across rooms... Ghosts weren’t real, right?Piper and Larry were about to take a journey into the world of the supernatural–a journey they’d never forget. They’d soon learn they weren’t the only ones living in their new house.And that their unearthly visitors might not be happy for the intrusion. Secret passageways, underground tunnels, an invisible child, demonic rituals, and a town’s haunting mystery…had they bitten off more than they could chew? Now the Sanders' family faced a difficult choice: make a run for it or stay and fight for the house they'd invested everything in.
Based on a true story.
Facts about Space: Interesting Facts about Space, Stars, and Planets (Facts about Stuff Book 1)
Sadler Mars - 2017
More than 200 rare and interesting facts about space, stars, and planets!
The Cartographer (Complete Series)
A.C. Cobble - 2020
A pair of unlikely investigators walk a dangerous path into the past, uncovering secrets best left alone in this dark, fantasy thriller.The fate of empire is to crumble from within.A heinous murder in a small village reveals a terrible truth. Sorcery, once thought dead in Enhover, is not. Evidence of an occult ritual and human sacrifice proves that dark power has been called upon again. Twisting threads of clues lead across the known world to the end of a vast empire, and then, the trail returns home.Duke Oliver Wellesley, son of the king, cartographer, and adventurer, has better things to do than investigate a murder in a sleepy fishing hamlet. For Crown and Company, though, he goes where he’s told. As the investigation leads to deeper and darker places, he’ll be forced to confront the horrific spectres rising from the shadows of his past. When faced with the truth, will he sacrifice what is necessary to survive?Samantha serves a Church that claims to no longer need her skills. She’s apprenticed to a priest-assassin that no one knows. Driven by a mad prophecy, her mentor has prepared her for a battle with ultimate darkness, except, sorcery is dead. When all is at stake, can she call upon an arcane craft the rest of the world has forgotten?The fate of empire is to crumble from within. Do not ask when, ask who.
Cowboy Blessings: Clean & Wholesome Cowboy Romance (Triple J Ranch Book 5)
Jenna Hendricks - 2021
Bog Roll Battles (Clovenhoof: The Isolation Chronicles #1)
Haide Goody & Iain Grant - 2020
100% of author profits from this edition of the book will go to The Trussel Trust, a charity that supports 1,200 UK food banks and provides emergency food and support to people locked in poverty, people who need help more than ever at this time.
Behind Enemy Lines: A United Federation Marine Corps Novel
Jonathan P. Brazee - 2017
Lieutenant Castor “Mountie” Klocek is a Navy pilot, shot down during an air-to-ground mission. Lance Corporal Javier Julio Gregory Portillo and Sergeant Gary Go are Marine combat engineers, the only survivors of a deep-recon mission to destroy a bridge. All four are thrust together by chance, and they must learn to work together if they are going to survive, Jasper to search for his wife and grandchildren who fled their destroyed village, and the three servicemen to reach Federation forces far to the north. Surrounded by enemy troops, they have to decide what “duty” means. Do they attempt to avoid the enemy and exfiltrate to friendly territory to live and fight another day, or do they aggressively prosecute the war despite overwhelming odds? This novel is set in the United Federation Marine Corps universe, 200 years before the previous series. It is a stand-alone book that does not directly tie into any of the other UFMC novels.
Not My Sister's Keeper
Emily Shiner - 2022
Sure, she may not have wanted Emma when she and her husband adopted her years ago, but she loves her now, and that’s what matters, right?But when Emma is missing and Marianne fears she might be dead, she turns on the other person who never wanted to adopt her in the first place — her older daughter, Mia. In her mind, Mia hurting Emma is the only thing that makes sense, but then why can’t the police find proof?Everything seems clear to Marianne.Mia once lost Emma at the mall.She turned her back on her little sister in the woods.It’s obvious to Marianne that Mia’s the reason Emma is missing now.As the police search for Emma and Marianne draws closer to her best friend and away from her daughter, she becomes more and more suspicious of what could really have happened. Mia uncovers secret after secret about her family, but it isn’t until she learns the whole truth that she’ll be able to put all the pieces together.You can only push a person so far before the monster in them comes out.
Road To Somewhere: Book Two in the Clearwater Series
Julie Mayerson Brown - 2019
The day her kitchen ceiling collapses on top of her, Patty’s life unravels. Whether a sign from above or plain bad luck, she has no idea. But her brush with death shakes her to her core. With no boyfriend, no plans, and no where to stay, she leaves her condemned home and heads to California wine country to be near Cece, her best friend, confidant, and quintessential voice of reason. A few days in the quiet small town of Clearwater will give her the comfort she needs to contemplate one of life’s most enduring questions: "What now?” But instead of quiet and comfort, Patty is met with even more troubles—Cece suffers a crisis of her own, a new friend ropes her into a demanding situation, and an enticing yet complicated man has her spinning toward romantic disaster. However, it’s the mysterious arrival of her younger sister that pushes Patty to the brink and forces her to question everything she thought she knew about her siblings and about the family that rejected her. Now, faced with a monumental decision, Patty has no choice but to gamble on the one person she trusts the least —herself.
Long Shadows
John Oakes - 2016
Winton Chevalier has lightning wits and surprising tenacity. He’s not a cop, but comes from a family of lawmen, and possesses a mind that’s as limber with evidence analysis as it is with a cutting joke. In many ways he’d be the perfect man for the job — but he has physical limitations and no experience investigating a kidnapping. Nevertheless, his dying father’s last wish propels him headlong into a sinister world where men kill for nothing. If he and his brother are to survive, Winton must harness old wounds and his indomitable will. In a world of shadows, he must cast the longest shadow of them all.
Magic the Gathering Strategy and Deck Building Tips: A Complete Guide to Building a Magic Deck that Wins!
James Davis - 2013
At its core it’s a game of strategy, planning and execution. If you’re deck is weak in strategy and you haven’t planned correctly you’ll never be able to execute a good game.If you’re reading this book, then you’ve taken it upon yourself to learn exactly how to become a better player by learning Magic the Gathering strategy. And, by the end you will be.In this book you’ll discover Magic the Gathering deck building tips and tricks that pro players use to build competitive decks. Through a specific set of strategies, that anyone can learn, you’ll soon be able to increase your chances of winning. Guaranteed.Throughout each chapter, you’ll learn key strategies that you can instantly use to build a better, more competitive deck. If you’re looking to take your Magic the Gathering deck building skills to the next level, then this book is perfect for you. If you want to become a great Magic the Gathering player and learn the art of building a magic deck that rivals the most competitive opponent, then grab your copy today. The key strategies await you. Inside You’ll Discover - How to craft the optimal size deck- How much mana you should really include in your deck to harness the best advantage- What a mana curve is and why it so important to winning the game- A proven card selection strategy that increases your odds of drawing a great hand- Ways to construct a deck around key cards that can generate a win- Tips on developing a winning strategy for any type of deck- How a deck theme can work to your advantage and help you dominate your opponent- A break down of what exactly makes up a good card with numerous examples of good cards versus bad cards- Crucial game play tips you must consider if you want to win the game- And so much more!Grab your copy of this Magic the Gathering deck building and strategy guide today and instantly be on your way to winning more games! If you're an Amazon Prime member you can borrow this book for FREE!
The Sheikh’s New Baby
Holly Rayner - 2021
But when she’s hired by a distractingly handsome single dad, who just so happens to be royal, she can’t believe her good fortune.On the surface, Bakr Al-Shalabi is a man who has everything – looks, money, a royal title, and an adorable baby daughter to boot. But it doesn’t take long for Liza to realize that life in the sheikh’s palace isn’t the fairy-tale she first thought it to be.There’s a divide between the sheikh and his daughter, and the mystery of what happened to Amia’s mother looms large.Even as they grow closer than no boss and employee ever should, Bakr continues to shut Liza out. Until one night in London, when everything changes…Soon, the nanny who never dreamed of having a family of her own realizes she’s in over her head. Because she’s pregnant, with the sheikh’s baby. And he’s perhaps the most reluctant father she ever met!