Because he knows aircraft, Japanese, and is expendable, an untried Navy pilot is assigned to Marine guerrillas during World War II for vital reconnaissance of an enemy-held Pacific island.

    She outlines a number of techniques that enable humans to find and use their innate wisdom to live better lives.

    Drusilla Midnight, a successful children’s book author, returns home to the sleepy little riverside village of Ames Crossing, Illinois. Recently divorced, she is planning to take some personal time to put her life in order, and to reconnect with her grandmother and two sisters. Descended from a long line of herbalists and wise women, Dru is determined to reclaim her family’s traditions and practices. While she was away, the family property has become overgrown and fallen into a state of disrepair. Drusilla resolves to take on the task of restoring the grounds herself, and to bring back to life the enchanting gardens that have inspired her books. However, a troubled, angry young girl and her attractive guardian, Garrett Rivers seem to constantly interrupt Dru’s master plan for solitary soul searching. The last thing Dru was looking for was love, and it will take a touch of the garden’s natural magick to make her learn to trust again. For even the wisest of women must learn that love can spring up unexpectedly into their life, take the strongest of hearts by surprise, and change their path forever.

    I was hooked from A to Z." - James HerbertWho were the Maccabees? A pop group? Or a mother and her seven sons who suffered racking, skinning, burning, amputation and having their tongues pulled out and fried? And what was foot roasting? A way of keeping warm in the winter? Or a technique from the Spanish Inquisition that involved coating the prisoner’s feet in fat and toasting them over hot coals? From Amputation to Zero Tolerance, ‘The A-Z of Punishment & Torture’ is a grisly yet mesmerising compendium of the horrors inflicted on the human body over the centuries.A fascinating social history, it provides as a wealth of weird folklore, such as the power of the hanged man's hand; astounding tales, like Mary Hamilton, the cross-dressing 14-times bigamist; to more recent outrages, such as the use of ‘squassation’ at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq. “Fascinating from beginning to end.” – Robert Foster, best-selling author of ‘The Lunar Code’. Endeavour Press is the UK's leading independent digital publisher.

    Includes seven monthly meditations, individual readings, and layouts. Every concept presented in the book is essential in its context. Nothing has been reduced, neither has it been convoluted.  Every effort has been made to keep the interpretations clearly understandable.  Both this book and the deck are meant to be referred to again and again.  As the knowledge of the student deepens, the texts will take on greater meaning.

    Enjoy shifter romance stories from USA Today and national bestselling authors in another great collection from Shifters in Love. A Debt to Bear - Harmony Raines Wealthy business man Ryan Sinclair has just met his mate. Josie Halliwell has got curves in all the right places, and makes him want more out of life than money. One problem, he’s come to Silver Springs to deal with a debt her family business defaulted on. What’s a bear shifter to do, follow his heart, or follow his head? Hunter’s Moon - J.K. Harper Abby Kenyon belongs to Quentin Walker heart, body, and soul—except that wolves and bears just don't mix. Her pack's annual full moon mating run is his last chance to prove that he's the only bear who can win the hunt for her heart... For the Love of Her Dragon - Julia Mills One dragon haunted by the past… One powerful witch struggling to forgive a bitter betrayal… One ultimate evil so powerful it threatens all they know… Can they beat their personal demons and band together to save those they hold most dear? Bump In The Night - Elianne Adams Libbie’s self-imposed seclusion has kept the ghosts, goblins, and bad memories at bay. But when she’s guilted into going out on Halloween night, her whole world is turned upside down. Now not only does she have to face her demons, she has to fight them—and win—or lose her mate forever. Tidal Wave - Vivian Arend Alexia's return to Jaffrey’s Cove is far from normal. All the men in town are eyeing her like candy, especially her childhood friends, Joshua and Anthony. She has no idea she's part of a secretive merfolk shifter society and that she needs to claim her place amongst them—or she’ll be controlled by those who want her power. Bear Sin – Isadora Montrose Billionaire Patrick Bascom, reserve officer and corporate lawyer, is about to learn that money can’t buy bear bonds. By the time he realizes that curvy, feisty, small town Heather is his fated mate, it may be too late for these shifters and their cubs. The Witch Spells (The Pack Rules #8) - Michele Bardsley Witch Rosemary Thorne doesn’t want to marry the warlock who broke her heart, despite the spell that binds them together as mates. Drake Dundrury suffers from a curse he can tell no one about, especially not the woman he loves. Yet two people with bound hearts can conquer each other’s demons … if they trust in the magic of true love. Destined - V. Vaughn Sophie’s a free spirit with an open mind, but when she discovers her silver fox neighbor who makes her heart race is a cranky werewolf, she wants nothing to do with him. Fate has other ideas.

    It can be enjoyed without having read the Wayfair Witches series. A holiday heist, a powerful child, and a parolee Melissa can't stand the sight of? It sounds like a recipe for a very Merry Solstice. The Nemo Foundation's kids are planning some Solstice shenanigans, but Melissa has no idea what their hijinks might entail. She's far too busy figuring out why an emaciated wizard was drained by a harpy, and trying to keep a young weredog out of jail. Plus, the Queen of the Faeries has promised three miracles this holiday season - and in order for those three miracles to pass, Melissa must learn to trust someone she hates ...

    how far would you go to make sure that you and your daughter are fed? After her husband's death, Anne LaForet is alone... alone to raise her young daughter in an area of the swamp that is too foul to grow anything. Anne is no criminal, but circumstances force her to resort to theft. When an encounter threatens to put her away for her crimes, Anne accidentally discovers that she also has another skill, one that helps women who can’t conceive become pregnant. As word of her talent spreads beyond the confines of the swamp, she receives visitor after visitor, fulfilling their dreams while at the same time finally getting the food and money she needs to raise her own child. One visitor in particular promises not only the financial freedom that Anne so desperately seeks, but also a way out… the means to leave the swamp forever. But in her haste, Anne forgets about the three things that the people of the swamp hate most of all: single mothers, thieves, and witches. Anne already has two strikes against her, and it’s only a matter of time before she is accused of all three… And so begins the legend of Anne LaForet, of MOTHER, of mater est, matrem omnium, a tightly woven tale of horror and suspense that spans four centuries. WITCH is a 30,000 word prequel novella to the best-selling Family Values Trilogy that explores the depths of human suffering and how desperation shapes not only who we are, but what we do. And how, through it all, Family is the most important thing both on this Earth and beneath it.

    It’s his job to keep strangers out. Especially when a demon is hell-bent on stealing their most precious resource—magic.Can Quinn lower his shields enough to let Bobbi in?Can Bobbi trust these witches to help her tame the wild magic inside her?No one can stand alone against the coming darkness.No witch can hide any longer.Inborn Magic, Book 1 of the Hidden Coven series. You’ll love this sizzling paranormal suspense because of its quirky characters and action-packed story.

    In the meantime, they have three Fallen Angels to find to fulfill the promise Xandra made In the end, will he lose her to one of the three who loves her, too?***** Reader Message *****Blood of Destiny: Kallen’s Tale is meant to be read after Blood of Destiny. This is a companion book that gives the reader a look into Kallen’s mind as he and Xandra figure out how to fulfill the promises made to an Angel, I have condensed some scenes, focusing less on Xandra and more on Kallen. This could cause confusion if this book is read before Blood of Destiny.I hope you enjoy this look into Kallen’s world!