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Katherine Howell’s life takes a mysterious turn as she navigates the dangerous waters of espionage and betrayal. Living on a yacht for two years, she becomes a target for the CIA. As she sets out on a journey from Corsica to the U.S., she senses a looming threat. How can she endure the events that led a simple young woman from East Texas into this perilous situation, including the death of her grandmother, the loss of her child, and the reported death of her husband in Vietnam?

Kevin Richardson never wanted to be his older brother’s keeper. Overshadowed by a deathbed promise to his father years earlier, he and a teammate rescue his addict brother and begin planning their escape from the Seattle area. But after a dark fleeting moment of temptation, Kevin learns he is not so perfect himself and chooses to live by an honor code in the chaotic world—no matter the price.

Oswin Fields ha llegado a Tundra, el último lugar habitable en un mundo cubierto de hielo. Ahí lo han salvado de una muerte segura por hambre y frío. Tuvo suerte: casi nunca dejan entrar a un extranjero. Aun así, Oswin es visto con recelo o franca repulsión. Hasta que lo llaman a la Escuela de Hechiceros del Hielo. Ahí habría podido vencer los prejuicios y demostrar su valía, pero lo que era una prueba para ganarse a sus compañeros se ha convertido en una lucha de vida o muerte para salvarse y salvarlos a ellos.

Liam was only trying to pick up some vegetables for lunch and take a pleasant break from crafting in his garage when he meandered through fields he'd walked a hundred times before. But his peaceful walk is disturbed by a strange earthquake that forces him into an inescapable trap, pulling him into another world. Reborn as the infant son of wealthy nobles in a strange and archaic land, Liam—now called Percival—must navigate this realm's customs, foreign languages, and slightly mysterious magic.

As the devastation of the potato blight continues, Cormac and Bridget grapple with their dual roles at Bewley Hall in England and Oakleigh Manor in Ireland. In their quest to alleviate the suffering of the Irish people, their charitable endeavours face both success and violence. Meanwhile, tensions mount within their own family when Cormac's nephew, Patrick, struggles with a shocking revelation. In the midst of his anguish, he lashes out, setting off a chain of events that will have far-reaching consequences.

Step into the private thoughts of one of history’s greatest leaders. Meditations by Marcus Aurelius offers timeless guidance on self-discipline, purpose, and inner peace—the quiet strength of a philosopher who ruled an empire. Written not for an audience, but for himself, these reflections reveal the Stoic path to clarity amidst chaos, reminding us that the truest victory lies in mastering one’s own mind.

Step into a world where passion is poetry, and every touch tells a story. Velvet Heat is not just a collection of erotic tales — it’s an experience of emotion, sensuality, and connection woven together in breathtaking moments of desire. In this book, love and lust intertwine in ways that feel both daring and deeply human. Each story unfolds like a slow-burning fire — intimate, beautiful, and filled with tension that builds until it consumes everything in its path. From exotic escapes to unexpected encounters, every scene draws you closer to the heartbeat of passion itself.

In twelve stories, Dreams in Times of War/Soñar en tiempos de guerra brilliantly fictionalizes the lives of Latinx immigrants in the United States. The stories explore themes of violence including toxic masculinity, domestic abuse, and (trans)gender discrimination but also the alternative communities they form that offer solidarity and hope. Listeners will celebrate this unflinching but heartfelt look at diverse immigrant experiences in the twenty-first century United States.

King Leopold of Lilleforth rules his kingdom well. He's handsome, intelligent, and charming. It's no wonder the neighboring kingdoms are eager to provide him with a princess to marry. There's just one problem—Leo has no interest in princesses. His tastes tend more towards handsome young men who enjoy a good spanking.

This is sequel to another volume by Andy Blunden, The Capital/Logic Debate. In this book, the author provides a systematic presentation of the Hegelian structure of the three volumes of Capital. It is shown that Capital contains three distinct layers of structure, originating from Marx’s reading of Hegel’s Logic and his Philosophy of Right. Capital reflects Marx’s critique of the Political Economists, his unique appropriation of economic history and an application of the method outlined by Hegel in his Logic and applied to his Encyclopaedia.

Experience the foundation of American democracy in The Constitution of the United States, brought to life through the powerful narration of Gary Middleton. Written in 1787 by the James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and John Jay, this defining document established the framework for the world’s first enduring republic—outlining the balance of powers, the rights of the people, and the principles of liberty that continue to guide the nation today.

First published in 1908, George Garr Henry’s How to Invest Money remains a foundational guide to the art and discipline of intelligent investing. Drawing from his experience as an early 20th-century investment banker, Henry presents a clear and practical roadmap for managing wealth with prudence and foresight.

He's the only one who can save her. And the only one to break her heart. Marcus was content with meaningless flings. But Lana had a way about her that sucked him in and welcomed an unexpected hunger. From the moment they met, he knew the unattainable beauty would be his to keep. If that's what he wanted. What he didn't expect was to fall head over heels. Or lose his mind when she disappeared. Trauma rakes up his demons. He's caught between pain and desire. Perhaps he’s better off alone after all. The night Lana met Marcus, he won her over with devilish arrogance and magnetic good looks.

Roman Rush is a bomb that has gone off in my life. Since meeting him, my entire world has been thrown off its axis. Our toxic love is all-consuming, and his dark obsession threatens to destroy us both. But I can't walk away. Not until I get the answers I deserve…

The author of the New York Times bestselling novel The Gates of the Alamo, the sweeping Texas history Big Wonderful Thing, and decades of incisive journalism, Stephen Harrigan is an adept writer skilled in crafting memorable characters. From this singular voice now comes a collection of essays tackling the most personal, and yet most expansive, themes of all: identity, memory, and time itself.

Five alphas. Only one can lead the pack. Only the omega can choose. Ray must do what is right for the pack, but what about his heart? Ray has made his peace with being mated to five alphas, but with a growing pack come unexpected complications: children aren't easy; and while all the alphas are his mates, Ray's relationship with each of them is unique... and evolving. But can the fragile balance between them survive if they change?

In Jawbreaker Gary Berntsen, until recently one of the CIA’s most decorated officers, comes out from under cover for the first time to describe his no-holds-barred pursuit of Osama bin Laden and al-Qaeda. With his unique mix of clandestine knowledge and paramilitary training, Berntsen...

A powerful man with blood on his balance sheet. A nation enslaved by corruption. A forensic investigator seeking redemption at any cost. Fifteen years after a fatal mistake shattered his conscience, Sam Halloran has reached the top—a partner at one of the world’s largest accounting firms and the best there is at uncovering corporate fraud. Yet guilt shadows every victory.

Andrea and Julián haven't seen one another in twenty-one years—not since that tragic, fateful night their senior year of high school that marked their group of friends forever. A shocking phone call brings the two together again in Houston, where they begin to unravel the truth of that year, picking open long scabbed-over wounds from their upper-class adolescence in 1990s Bolivia and the scandal that ripped them apart.

Ex-military operative Rex Dalton's quest for a new identity in Thailand takes a treacherous turn when his captivating language teacher, Sunstra, disappears during a catastrophic tsunami. As Rex and his loyal K9 companion Digger race against time to rescue her from ruthless kidnappers demanding a ransom of her father's land, they must navigate treacherous family dynamics and confront shadows from Rex's past. With time running out and Sunstra's life hanging in the balance, Rex is forced to face his own demons as he races to uncover the truth behind her abduction.