Maddox RocherHockey is the only thing I care about. College? Hell no. And the last thing I need is Kayden, a golden retriever teammate who thinks I'm gonna drop my surly attitude and become his BFF. I know from painful experience to never let my guard down, and the only rule I follow is my own. But unlike everyone else, Kayden doesn't sprint away from me. Instead, he's skating too close. And we're set to collide.Kayden MelnykI love ...

Step into a world of calm and imagination with Relaxing Bedtime Stories for Adults, a soothing collection of original tales from the beloved Get Sleepy podcast, narrated by a variety of gentle voices and produced by Slumber Studios.In the rush of everyday life, restful sleep can feel out of reach. That’s why these stories are lovingly crafted to help you wind down, let go of stress, and drift off with ease. Each tale in this collection is designed specifically for...

Another delicious installment in the Bakeshop Series set in Ashland, Oregon!Baker Jules Capshaw, along with her husband, Carlos, and Torte’s resident barista, Andy, are packing their bags and preparing for the ultimate coffee excursion in Costa Rica. A fortuitous invitation from one of Carlos’s former colleagues, Valentina, has them venturing to the coffee capital of the world for a tasting tour and an immersive weekend at her family's organic coffee farm.T...

This is the sixth edition of the final volume in a series of nine that was originally published in 1877, and which together provide a thoroughly comprehensive operational history of the Crimean War to June 1855, including all the early battles and the first attack on the Redan.Alexander William Kinglake (1809-1891) visited the Crimea in 1854 as a civilian and was present at the battle of the Alma (20 Sep 1854). The British Commander-in-Charge, Lord Raglan, suggested to Kinglake that...

Alexander the Great ruled the greatest Empire of the ancient world, but he was ruled by his mother, called Olympias. There are as many legends about this powerful Queen as there are of her famous son, and the stories began long before she even met Philip of Macedon.Priestess of the Great Goddess, daughter of ruling house of Epiros, witch, and familiar of Serpents...she was a figure of mystery, fascination, and fear even during her own lifetime. Author Judith Tarr weaves the legends ...

Freshman year was supposed to be all about parties, girls, and wrestling glory. But one late-night practice before our first college wrestling meet changes everything. When Tyler slams me to the mat, pinning me down hard, it's not just sweat and muscle pressing into me—it's heat, musk, and a dangerous desire I can't shake.The meet is a blur of sweat, adrenaline, and victory. But afterward? A hotel room. One bed. Too much booze. Too many secrets. We swore we'd never...

This is the sixth edition of the fourth volume in a series of nine that was originally published in 1877, and which together provide a thoroughly comprehensive operational history of the Crimean War to June 1855, including all the early battles and the first attack on the Redan.Alexander William Kinglake (1809-1891) visited the Crimea in 1854 as a civilian and was present at the battle of the Alma (20 Sep 1854). The British Commander-in-Charge, Lord Raglan, suggested to Kinglake tha...

This is the sixth edition of the fifth volume in a series of nine that was originally published in 1877, and which together provide a thoroughly comprehensive operational history of the Crimean War to June 1855, including all the early battles and the first attack on the Redan.Alexander William Kinglake (1809-1891) visited the Crimea in 1854 as a civilian and was present at the battle of the Alma (20 Sep 1854). The British Commander-in-Charge, Lord Raglan, suggested to Kinglake that...

Contents:The Agatha Christie CollectionThe Murder Of Roger AckroydHercule Poirot. Poirot InvestigatesI. The Adventure of "The Western Star"II. The Tragedy at Marsdon ManorIII. The Adventure of the Cheap FlatIV. The Mystery of Hunter's LodgeV. The Million Dollar Bond RobberyVI. The Adventure of the Egyptian TombVII. The Jewel Robbery at the Grand MetropolitanVIII. The Kidnapped Prime MinisterIX. The Disappea...

In "Where the Strange Trails Go Down," E. Alexander Powell crafts an exhilarating narrative that intricately weaves themes of adventure, exploration, and the complexities of the human experience. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century exploration, the prose flows with a lyrical quality that captures the rugged beauty of the landscapes and the enigmatic cultures encountered by the author. Powell's keen observations and firsthand experiences lend authenticity and vibrancy to the text...

This is the sixth edition of the first volume in a series of nine that was originally published in 1877, and which together provide a thoroughly comprehensive operational history of the Crimean War to June 1855, including all the early battles and the first attack on the Redan.Alexander William Kinglake (1809-1891) visited the Crimea in 1854 as a civilian and was present at the battle of the Alma (20 Sep 1854). The British Commander-in-Charge, Lord Raglan, suggested to Kinglake that...

In Catastrophic Success**, Alexander B. Downes compiles all instances of regime change around the world over the past two centuries.** Drawing on this impressive data set, Downes shows that regime change increases the likelihood of civil war and violent leader removal in target states and fails to reduce the probability of conflict between intervening states and their targets. As Downes demonstrates, when a state confronts an obstinate or dangerou...