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Boris Chronicles: Books 1-4
Paul C. Middleton - 2019
His visage never changes, his capabilities never understood.
You'll love saving money on The Boris Chronicles boxed set because it includes the entire series at a great price.The Russian government gets word he has been killed on a mercenary mission in America, allowing agents to come in and attack the villages Boris has been protecting. Using a fanatical military sub-group in the Russian military, the atrocities start.The only problem? Boris isn't dead, and now he has help.Boris won't allow his people to go unprotected, and now the Queen Bitch herself has accepted his oath of fealty.Russia doesn't have a clue what they have started when this Bear comes back from the Dead.*****Please note, there is flagrantly foul language in these novels. The main character does not have a problem with cussing, just uninspired cussing.THE BORIS CHRONICLES BOXED SET INCLUDES:Evacuation - The Boris Chronicles 01Revolution - The Boris Chronicles 02Revelation - The Boris Chronicles 03Restitution - The Boris Chronicles 04
Escape From Aliens
T. Jackson King - 2015
But the Aliens are in for a surprise! Bill is a retired Navy SEAL and Jane is an Air Force Space Command captain. Together they must breakout from escape-proof cells, fight the ship's crew, capture the captain and take over the starship--all before they are delivered to Buyers on an Alien world. Along the way they gain Alien allies, including a naive ship AI. But will their escape survive a space battle at the Market world where captives are bought and sold? All that is certain is it was a bad move to kidnap a SEAL!
Adrift
Greg Curtis - 2020
After that he had been rescued by more aliens! But only to be dumped on an alien planet in an alien galaxy and left to figure out what to do with the rest of his life. But there was nothing to figure out. The sights were indescribable. The smells intolerable. The food – even the stuff that was supposedly safe to eat – inedible. And the people unimaginable. There was only one thing he knew. He wanted to go home. And if the aliens wouldn't take him back to Earth, then he would just have to buy a spaceship and damn well fly himself back there!
Fake Fiancé Furry Bear
Leela Ash - 2021
Money has always been the answer for this prince, so why not now? He’ll just pay someone to help him get a mate… What could go wrong? He has faced down the biggest and the baddest, and is up against the worst the galaxy has to offer… How difficult can it be to find a mate? Pretty hard, it turns out…Small town girl, Sierra, is about to throw in the hat as a dating coach. She can’t even get her own man. Who is she kidding? That is until an almost unbelievable new client shows up. Get a boat load of money to help this total Adonis find a girlfriend? I mean, this guy could have any girl he wants… How hard could it be? Little does she know the direction things are about to take. And what is this about him being into bears? She’s not quite sure she heard him right…As the two of them start to fall for one another, secrets begin to lead to misunderstandings piled upon misunderstandings.Oh, and did we mention, the baddies wanting to destroy the innocent little town of Greenrock? (Actually, throw in the rest of Earth while you’re at it!)Can this unlikely pair solidify a new alliance in time to save themselves and the rest of the town…and planet? Or will this end up being the ultimate dating fail…?Jump in as we start a new adventure…Also included is a brief preview of Return of the Wolf ...This story contains no cheating, no cliff hangers, and of course has a HEA! ; )Warning: This ebook contains mature themes and language and is meant for 18+ readers only.Fake Fiancé Furry Bear is a Bear Shifter Romance that will appeal to lovers of paranormal, urban fantasy, shapeshifters, scifi, and, of course sexy sweet romance full of the “feels”. If you enjoy stories by Zoe Chant, T.S. Joyce, Harmony Raines, and Terry Bolryder we think you will enjoy this!
Hard Press'd
Linda Rae Blair - 2008
The son of U.S. Senator William Andrews and his lovely wife, Rosemary, lives in the mansion he'd bought from his parents a few years ago. He'd grown up in the Virginia Beach "summer home" of his parents and loves it more than anyplace he's ever been.Along with the house came the skinny, prim and proper Lizzie, their housekeeper for the last 30 years of his life--and second mother to the two children of the Andrews family.The third part of the acquisition was ex-Marine, Special Ops, ex-bodyguard to the family and long-time friend, Palmer. Now days Palmer spends his time acting as butler, driver and dog sitter for the 180 pound Mastiff--and God alone knew what other huge species--named Jones.Jones had just failed his 4th attempt at obedience training. He wasn't a threat to anyone--at least those who knew him recognized this. But, there were the pesky habits of greeting people at the door by putting his catcher mitt sized paws on their shoulders and slurping their faces with a tongue the size of a hand towel, said linen commonly requested afterwards.Press, as his friends call him, also has a sister--his "baby" sister, as he insists of thinking of her. She is upset with him when we meet her. He deserves it and he knows it. She is currently punishing him for his last act of brotherly love, which caused her some embarrassment in front of her peers. When we meet Preston, his personal life--a mess, his professional life--with several definite challenges at present, and murder collide.
Revenge of the Elf
Lucas Thorn - 2012
Following in the footsteps of Conan, Drizzt, the Gray Mouser, Elric, Druss, and many more heroes of Sword and Sorcery, the elf called Nysta will carve her own epic path.And that path will be bloody.---"So, I'd like to make a truce. You don't try opening my veins, and I won't melt your face off. The thing is, I want to sleep easy for one night without having to keep hold of my magic just in case. And I'm sure you don't need any more practice after what you did to those two out there. So, what do you say, Long-ear? Think we can agree to be polite?""Sure, Chukshene," the elf said, sheathing the blade and plunging the wagon's interior into darkness. "I reckon we can mind our manas for a bit."---Nysta is a new kind of elf.When nine killers rode out of the homestead with blood fresh on their hands, they reckoned that would be the end of it.The lost spellslinger was looking for a way out. He figured Nysta could lead him to the safety of a town called Spikewrist. And then there was the tragic creature born in the darkest shadows of legend. He reckoned she would fight the greatest fight of all.But none of them counted on the violence she would unleash. Because in the Deadlands there is no forgiveness. No mercy.Winter in the Deadlands could be cold. But the revenge of an elf would be colder.
Qualify
Vera Nazarian - 2014
You die, or you Qualify.
The year is 2047. An extinction-level asteroid is hurtling toward Earth, and the descendents of ancient Atlantis have returned from the stars in their silver ships to offer humanity help.But there’s a catch.They can only take a tiny percent of the Earth’s population back to the colony planet Atlantis. And in order to be chosen, you must be a teen, you must be bright, talented, and athletic, and you must Qualify.Sixteen-year-old Gwenevere Lark is determined not only to Qualify but to rescue her entire family.Because there’s a loophole.If you are good enough to Qualify, you are eligible to compete in the brutal games of the Atlantis Grail, which grants all winners the laurels, high tech luxuries, and full privileges of Atlantis Citizenship. And if you are in the Top Ten, then all your wildest wishes are granted… Such as curing your mother’s cancer.There is only one problem.Gwen Lark is known as a klutz and a nerd. While she’s a hotshot in classics, history, science, and languages, the closest she’s come to sports is a backyard pool and a skateboard.This time she is in over her head, and in for a fight of her life, against impossible odds and world-class competition—including Logan Sangre, the most amazing guy in her class, the one she’s been crushing on, and who doesn’t seem to know she exists.Because every other teen on Earth has the same idea.
You Qualify or you die.
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The Passing of Morse
Susan Masters - 2012
Its purpose is one of certitude with a little dash of homage thrown in for good measure. For some, it may just be seen as an extended or alternate ending. For others, it may be taken as Chief Inspector Endeavour Morse's final will and testament. Your choice...
Only a Governess Will Do
Harriet Caves - 2021
Or, at least, that is the point Lady Alexandra is determined to prove. And she is more than ready to pose as a governess if it is to seduce the Marquess of her dreams.As a man that never wishes to wed, Simon Windsor, the Marquess of Pembley, accepts his horrifying reputation with gratitude. With very few people aware of his strange condition, he relishes the peace and quiet of the countryside.With the new governess for his hellion niece and nephew feeling disturbingly familiar to the masqued Lady he seduced at a ball, he fears that the worst side of his will be exposed. The one that should have remained hidden till his last drawing breath...
Quinn, a Vampire Watcher's Story
Elizabeth Loraine - 2011
Follow Quinn and Katrina as the Chronicles takes you on a fun wild ride along with those who are chosen as Protectors of the peaceful races of the world as they fight the evil that threatens us all.Extended Description Quinn is a Vampire Watcher. Humans who have been chosen to watch the human population around their vampire charges in order to keep them safe. Royal Blood Chronicles is a series that chronicles the life of Katrina, a young royal blooded vampire who has been chosen as leader of the Protectors, those who protect all the peaceful races of the world.Quinn is Katrina's Watcher and her best friend and much more. Find out about Quinn and his brothers and how the Watchers came to be and enjoy a taste of the Chronicles with half of Katrina the Beginning, book one of Royal Blood Chronicles. Tagsvampire, adventure, action, fantasy, young adult, historical, teen
Children's Books: My pooping puppy ! (New edition): Funny Rhyming Picture Book for Beginner Readers (ages 2-8) (Giggletastic stories Series)- (Beginner and Early Readers)
Joshua McManus - 2016
This book is a funny, silly rhyming picture book for children, A wonderful rhyming childrens book for early readers ages 2-8 and jam packed with lots of kids humor !
Turnback Creek
Tierney James - 2019
One of those things was the land that ran along Turnback Creek belonging to the Holt family. The only way to get such a prize was to make sure they met with an untimely death.Believing their small boy was away from home, he never bothered to tie up that one loose end. The day came when a lawman showed up, bent on taking back what was rightfully his, and bringing the man to justice who killed his parents.
Old Magic
Timothy Ellis - 2021
Merlin.He’s lived a normal life, but now a whole new one begins for him.A life in a world based on,Old Magic.
Christmas in Time
Peggy Webb - 2011
Everybody in her family and in the Gulf Coast town of Fairhope views Gilly as a woman whose life is plain and simple, one who has been content to spoil her great-niece Ann while living out her days in Windchime House. Only her best friend Margaret knows the heroic story of Gilly Debeau.When Ann's Christmas gift of wind chimes catapults Gilly back in time, she finds herself seated at the café Parisiene, having tea with her Papa, whom she had accompanied on a business trip abroad, and enjoying her eighteenth birthday gift - return passage to America on the maiden voyage of the Titanic. As the string quintet entertains the passengers, Gilly can't take her eyes off the handsome, talented violinist from West Yorkshire. Under William's spell, she falls for both the music and the musician. But does an over-protected, unsophisticated girl from Alabama dare defy convention in order to become a woman? And how will she ever explain to Papa that she is planning a future with a man she's known only three days? On April 14, 1912, Gilly is wrenched away from everything and everyone she loves. Can she survive the icy Atlantic? Can William? Can their love survive a lifetime and beyond? Advance praise for Christmas in Time..."The perfect gift for Christmas! Arm yourself with plenty of tissues for this beautiful love story that takes the heroine back in time to the Titanic. Nobody tugs on the heartstrings like Peggy Webb!" Sandra Fortune "Ed.D. ETSU faculty"
Hole in the Wall
L.M. Pruitt - 2011
Readers can also get a sneak peek of the third book in the series, Shades of Blood, due out later this year.