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Texas Paladin
R.O. Lane - 2017
He finds out the three men still alive who were involved and dedicates his life to bringing them to justice. The story takes place in 1880 Texas, a harsh land with an equally harsh code of justice. The outlaws fight back, seriously wound Jubal, and flee into the West thinking their adversary is now dead. But Jubal is not dead. He recovers with help from Maddy Hastings and seeks out each killer and takes care of business. The Texas Rangers were among the toughest lawmen ever in the West, and Jubal Coe proves to be one of the very best.
The Misogynist
Piers Paul Read - 2010
He broods about the present. He broods about the past. He types his gloomy thoughts onto his computer screen - a digital journal. When he has nothing more to say about the present, he returns to the past, copying entries from old notebooks onto his computer. Jomier has reached the age of retirement. What will he do?
Tree Palace
Craig Sherborne - 2014
One time near Yellingbo they found a church no one prayed in and they lived there and for three weeks had stained glass for windows…They got chased out and went to Shepparton but Shane had a run-in and police said move.Shane, Moira and Midge, along with young Zara and Rory, are ‘trants’—itinerants roaming the plains north-west of Melbourne in search of disused houses to sleep in, or to strip of heritage fittings when funds are low. When they find their Tree Palace outside Barleyville, things are looking up. At last, a place in which to settle down.But Zara, fifteen, is pregnant and doesn’t want a child. She’d rather a normal life with town boys, not trant life with a baby. Moira decides to step in: she’ll look after her grandchild. Then Shane finds himself in trouble with the local cops…Warmly told and witty, Craig Sherborne’s second novel is a revelation—an affecting story of family and rural life.
Grace's Table
Sally Piper - 2014
They shifted shape and position with even the gentlest of forces. Even a tiny puff – a shrug – could bring about change, move a handful of thoughts to a new understanding, a new authority. A gale, like today’s, and whole dunes – lives and futures – were relocated, reimagined.Grace had not had twelve people at her table for a while. This wasn’t the kind of family who shared regular Sunday meals. But you don’t turn 70 every day.As her friends and family arrive for lunch, memories are rekindled but not all of them are welcome. As the meal is served, it becomes clear that events of the past have left their mark on everyone at the table in vastly different ways. Grace is reminded that age is no guarantee of wisdom and there is much still to learn from the young at heart. As the family finally confront a shocking event in their past, Grace is forced to face her own shortcomings as a parent and wife and left to contemplate the ways in which grief and regret have resonated through her life. This moving and often funny novel dissects the lives of women over three generations, explores the pull and power of memory and celebrates the triumph of endurance.
Worst Date Ever
Melodie Campbell - 2017
Her twelve-year-old son thinks it's about time she started dating, and so does her best friend, Angela. So with Angela's help, Jennie signs up to an online dating site. Within hours, she has several dates lined up for the week. Surely there will be one Prince Charming in the bunch. And if not, it's only one date, right? How bad could it be?
Tower of Ruin: Volume I: A Dark Dungeon Realm LitRPG
Wolfe Locke - 2021
His life has one purpose - survive floor after floor of enemies determined to destroy him. But when a Dark Lord with his own agenda arrives offering a second chance at life, everything changes.Bestowed the Godhand, Daniel has but one mission, survive and climb the tower to overthrow its master and claim the tower as his own.But the journey will be perilous.Every floor of the tower contains unique challenges. Each revealing apocalyptic perversions of humanity.In the monster ridden realm of Pandemonium, Daniel has but one choice. He must become one.He must become a monster.
Yes. I can.
The Warriors Series Boxset II
Ty Patterson - 2016
Special Forces Operative Zeb Carter. Those who are dying to meet him...get there. These four thrillers are his stories. Over 750 pages of blistering action that readers of Mitch Rapp, Scot Harvath, Pike Logan, Jack Reacher, and Will Robie flock to, More than 50% off on the individual books. Discover why USA Today Bestselling Author Ty Patterson is 'Surely one of the best action writers of the day.' Boxset II, with books 5-8 of the highly acclaimed Warriors series, continues the thrill ride from Boxset I. Boxset II can be read stand-alone. Flay A serial killer is terrorizing New York city -- The Flayer, who kills his victims in the most gruesome manner. He is working to a plan; to break the internet. But that's only part of his plan. The second part will break the city. Behind You They warned Elena Petrova, a journalist, to drop her story. She didn't. They raped her. She didn't give up. They killed her and buried her body where no man could find it. Unfortunately for them, Zeb Carter did. Hunting You You are Hank Parker. Armed intruders break in when you are dining with your family. They ask you a question. Tell a lie and watch them die. Don't Know isn't an option. How will you save your family when even hope has deserted you? Zero Eighteen terrorists. Hundreds of hostages. Three good men, and U.S. Special Forces operative Zeb Carter. Dying can be fatal! 'Surely one of the best action writers of the day.' Gordon, Amazon review. Grab your copy today! Check out the Warriors Series: The Warrior The Reluctant Warrior The Warrior Code The Warrior's Debt Warriors Series Boxset I, Books 1-4 Flay Behind You Hunting You Zero Warriors Series Boxset II, Books 5-8
Killer Instincts
Jack Badelaire - 2012
For a hundred thousand dollars, Richard offers to train the college student in the ways of the killer-for-hire, giving him the skills he needs to seek vengeance on his own terms.As William matures under Richard's tutelage, he never counts on what happens when he awakens the killer within him...(Source: Back Cover Description)
Holiday in Cambodia
Laura Jean McKay - 2013
A frontier land where anything is possible - at least for the tourists.In Holiday in Cambodia Laura Jean McKay explores the electric zone where local and foreign lives meet.Three backpackers board a train, ignoring the danger signs - and find themselves in the hands of the Khmer Rouge.Elderly sisters are visited by their vampire niece from Australia and set out to cure her.A singer creates a sensation in swinging 1969, on the eve of an American bombing campaign.These are bold and haunting stories by a remarkable new talent.'Each of these stories is like catching a snippet of a conversation or looking into a lit window in a dark night, and loitering longer than you should to hear and see what characters inadvertently reveal about themselves. Holiday in Cambodia shows the ugly side of post-colonial tourism, as well as moments of great pathos and dignity, in a compelling and empathetic voice.'-Alice Pung'Polished, Hemingwayesque snapshots, vivid and atmospheric' - Steven CarrollAbout the author: Laura Jean McKay is the author of Holiday in Cambodia shortlisted for the NSW Premier’s Literary Award 2014, the Queensland Literary Award 2014 and The Asher Award 2015 for women writing on an anti-war theme. Laura’s writing has been published in The Best Australian Stories, Award Winning Australian Writing and Meanjin and is forthcoming in the U.S. in J Journal and The North American Review. She is a PhD candidate at the University of Melbourne and the recipient of a Martin Bequest Traveling Scholarship.Her short story collection Holiday in Cambodia is out now with Black Inc. Go to blackincbooks.com
Small Town Saboteurs
Hope Callaghan - 2021
“If you like clean mysteries that keep you guessing until the end, you’ll love the Garden Girls!”Garden Girls - The Golden Years is the brand new spin-off series of the Garden Girls Mystery series.You’ll enjoy the same fun-loving characters as they solve mysteries in the cozy town of Belhaven. Each book will focus on one of the Garden Girls as they enter their “golden years.”Small Town Saboteurs -Book 4 is Dot’s story.
Old Kyle's Boy
Frank Roderus - 1981
Another fine action adventure from Frank Roderus, America's western tale master. Don't miss this one!
The Apartment in Rome
Penny Feeny - 2013
Sun-drenched, touching and inspirational, this is your ultimate summer read for 2018, perfect for fans of Rosanna Ley and Victoria Hislop.
Gina's life is good. She loves her adopted home in Italy, and she is passionate about her work as a photographer. She's all wrapped up in her latest artistic project, shots of the young men who arrive in Italy as refugees, destitute and vulnerable. One day Sasha, a lonely British teenager at summer school, crosses Gina's path. Sasha's innocent romance creates complications neither of them could have imagined, leading Gina to wonder, can she come to terms with her past?
This summer, get lost in the streets, sights and sounds of Rome under the blazing Italian sun.
The Rumor by Elin Hilderbrand | Summary & Analysis
Eureka Books - 2015
At the heart of things is Grace, her husband, Eddie, her best friend, Madeline, and Madeline’s husband, Trevor… This companion to The Rumor includes:
Summary of the book
Character Analysis
A Discussion on Themes
and much more!