A carpenter by trade, his true talent lies in carving figureheads, the lifelike depictions of mermaids, legends, and such, the type found at the prows of the mighty masted sailing ships of yore, clippers and galleons. Pirate ships…The girl who got away? Colby Quaid, one of America's first female Army Rangers. She's only returned to Boston to handle her family's business. It's a quick trip. She won't be in town long, but now she's wondering. Why does Ash Callahan's figurehead of the...

He called it salvation.I called it home.The truth? It was hell dressed in white linen and whispered prayers.I was drowning in grief when I found the flyer. Or maybe it found me."The Shepherd's Haven - A Community for Lost Souls"Elijah Shepherd stood on that stage like every answer I'd ever prayed for. Beautiful. Brilliant. Devoted. He spoke about belonging, about family, about transcendence through surrender.When his eyes ...

Testability is a vital property of modern software. It enables software teams to make changes rapidly and safely with clear feedback loops to understand the impact of changes. When your product is testable, it is more likely to meet all of your customer's needs. If you want to drive improvements in both speed and agility, testability is the fuel you need to deliver modern software.

Spicy dark romance with full cast narration.She’ll be my captive, my bride, my perfect possession.From the moment I saw her, I knew she’d be mine.She looks so sweet and innocent, just my type.Her father owes Fraternitas a debt, and she’s the one who will pay.But when she poisons me, I realize… this won’t be so easy. This manic pixie murderer is not going to submit without a fight.I’ve been fighting all my life. She was meant ...

The rise and fall of the concept of nuclear winter, played out in research activity, public relations, and Reagan-era politics.The nuclear winter phenomenon burst upon the public's consciousness in 1983. Added to the horror of a nuclear war's immediate effects was the fear that the smoke from fires ignited by the explosions would block the sun, creating an extended “winter” that might kill more people worldwide than the initial nuclear strikes. In A Nuclear Win...

Surviving the winter is only half the battle…Derek Moss was a sales manager, not a soldier. Now he stands between a remote ranch outside Sudbury and the raiders coming to take it. Led by a ruthless warlord, they don't just want supplies — they take whatever they can, and leave nothing behind. If Derek can't hold the line, there won't be anything left to save.In the frozen shell of downtown Sudbury, his longtime friend Daniel fights a slower death, keeping a...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Silent snow, deadly snow…In the new suspense-filled instalment of the Baker & Tate series, Ruth’s courage is pushed to the brink in a gripping battle of survival and deception.Texas Ranger Ruth Baker is no stranger to danger, but nothing could prepare her for what she finds at a remote winter cabin deep in the frozen heart of Caldwell County. Called in to investigate a ...

Elowen West came to the frozen kingdom of Draevyr seeking answers—but the mountain beneath the court hides something far worse than a cruel ruler or a political feud. Deep in the underways, ancient bindings still hum with red cord, bone bells, and broken-sun symbols… and a throne that doesn't belong to any living king.When Elowen triggers a cracked Winterbrand and becomes the "Breaker" a forbidden ritual has waited generations to claim, the mountain's magic turns personal. It doesn...

Willkommen in unserer dunklen Fantasy-Welt, Fremder! Welch mystisches Wesen du auch suchen magst, hier wirst du es finden. Das und noch viel mehr. Inmitten hunderter Geschichten, gewoben aus der Magie von exakt 100 Wörtern. In unseren Drabbles tummeln sich Vampire, Geister, Drachen, Krieger, Dämonen, Meerwesen, ja sogar der Tod selbst. Wage dich in finstere Wälder, auf hohe Türme und Berge oder wirf dich in die Schlacht. Fliege in den Himmel oder tauche ein in die dunkle Tiefe der See. Es ...

Mallory is a beautiful, curvy chef looking for a new job in a new town, hoping to find a place where she can be creative and appreciated. She meets an incredibly sexy billionaire named Wes Rifton and auditions a meal at his place. Their desire for each other becomes overwhelming as they get snowed in and spend some steamy time together in front of a cozy fire.WARNING: This 6,000+ word title contains graphic language, explicit sexual acts, and mind-blowing oral sex between a curvace...

Habits for Growth Bundle, 2 in 1 Bundle: Self-Care Habits and Self-Discipline HabitUnlock the power of intentional habits to transform your life with the Habits for Growth Bundle. This inspiring collection offers practical guidance to help you nurture your well-being and cultivate the self-discipline needed to achieve your goals and live a balanced, fulfilling life. Included Audiobooks:Self-Care Habits: Nurturing Your Well-Being Every Day Through Mindful Practices...

As he speaks, I feel every muscle in my body heat up. I think I've skipped way over moist and deep into drenched...