Fu Shen and Yan Xiaohan have barely savored their first taste of wedded bliss before Yan Xiaohan is sent on a mission south, leaving Fu Shen alone in the capital. When a sudden storm drives Yan Xiaohan's party into the shelter of a mysterious temple, he is thrust into unexpected peril, with Fu Shen too far away to help.Meanwhile, Fu Shen's absence from the northern battlefields has given the Zhou Empire's enemies a tempting opportunity. Once again facing the prospect of war, Fu Shen must d...

The Khan's Grocer: Marco Polo and the Food That Built an Empire, and how a Venetian Merchant Discovered Pasta, Pepper, and a New World of FlavorThis book (The Khan's Grocer) examines the life and adventures of Marco Polo, tracing his roots to Venice, a city pivotal in Eastern trade. It commences with the expedition of Marco's father and uncle to meet Kublai Khan, who return with a golden passport that fuels young Marco's aspirations for exploration. The narrative progresses as they...

Across the Silver River synopsis:To prepare for her first assignment as a music instructor at an elementary school in San Francisco Zoey Zarkoff returns to the orphanage she was adopted from in China hoping to enhance her teaching skills while, at the same time, return some of the love and care she received as an abandoned infant 23 years earlier. She still harbors a host of questions surrounding the underbelly of China's past one-child policy and the conditions which caused her bi...

Previously published as AMERICAN ASSHOLE. Only the title has changed.He’s a self proclaimed bastard with a double helping of lying asshole. He's also her new boss.From the New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author of the acclaimed SUBMISSIVE Series comes the first book in a new series perfect for fans of Helena Hunting and Maya Banks.Mia Matthews never thought much of big shot matchmaker Tenor Butler, but when she finds out he loaned her late business partner ...

A Life of TasteHow Anthony Di Cicco Changed the Way Rhode Island Eats Italian Food.This book, The Maestro of Flavors, delves into the life journey of an Italian immigrant hailing from Sant'Ambrogio in Lazio. It begins by vividly depicting his formative years, highlighting the rich culinary culture and family traditions that shaped his identity. The sensory experiences—aromas, flavors, and sounds—of his childhood form the foundation for the values he would later bring to Amer...

When your body becomes evidence, escape becomes strategyMackenzie Williams never expected to need an escape plan. She has money, dual citizenship, a private plane, and options most women don’t. But when she discovers she’s pregnant, none of it changes one fact: the reproductive care she needs is illegal in the United States. A legitimate business trip to Portugal gives her cover, but getting there without exposing the real reason for the trip is another matter....

Seafood Cooking Manual: Vital Resources for Seafood Lovers.The book "Seafood Cooking Manual" serves as a vital resource for anyone interested in the culinary arts, from novice cooks to experienced chefs. It explores the intricate world of seafood preparation, emphasizing current trends that prioritize sustainability and health. With global seafood consumption expected to exceed 200 million tons by 2030, this guide addresses essential practices for sourcing and preparing seafood whi...

Northern Italy Cuisine: Iconic Specialties from Italy's Northern TerritoriesNorthern Italy Classics is a culinary journey through the vibrant flavors, traditions, and innovations of these beloved regions. This cookbook captures the essence of Northern Italian cooking, featuring a diverse collection of recipes that highlight fresh, local ingredients and time-honored techniques.From Lombardy's creamy risottos to Veneto's hearty polentas, each dish celebrates the region's rich ...

NEW EXPANDED EDITION!!I was six when Darcy Patrick moved next door.By the time we were eight, we were best friends.At fifteen, I gave a classmate a black eye for calling her names.At sixteen, she talked me through asking my crush to prom.I helped her get over her first heartbreak at nineteen.Two years later, she returned the favor.It wasn’t until I was twenty-nine I realized I loved her.

On a snowy night, an envoy sent by the Kingdom of Khotan is ambushed on the road, massacred with his escort. Not a living soul remains, and the attackers vanish--along with a precious jade intended as tribute to the Emperor of Sui. A member of the emperor's secret intelligence agency, the Jiejian Bureau, pursues the case: the formidable deputy chief, Feng Xiao. His investigation takes him to Liugong City, where top martial artists from across the land gather for a mysterious auction. But a...

The first novel in the seductive and scandalous New York Times bestselling series that has enthralled millions.Abby King has a secret fantasy...New York knows Nathaniel West as the brilliant and handsome CEO of West Industries, but Abby knows he’s more: a sexy and skilled dominant who is looking for a new submissive. Yearning to experience a world of pleasure beyond her simple life as a librarian, Abby offers herself to Na...

This book explores the phenomenon of V-Cinema, founded in Japan in 1989 as a distribution system for direct-to-video movies which film companies began making having failed to recoup their investment in big budget films. It examines how studios and directors worked quickly to capitalize on niche markets or upcoming and current trends, and how as a result this period of history in Japanese cinema was an exceptionally diverse and vibrant film scene. It highlights how, although the V-Cinema in...