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Someone is preying upon the street children of Regency London. They seem to think no one will notice when urchins go missing—and even if they are noticed, who will care? Daniel needs to do something about the missing children. But with recent revelations about his past and an unexpected, somewhat unwelcome inheritance to deal with, this is a terrible time to dive back into the seedy underbelly of the crime world. Nevertheless, he's still a Bow Street runner, and his partner Lady Juliette is sensitive to the plight of these wayward youngsters. 

A wish is the strongest form of magic. It's also the most dangerous. For psychic Charlie Payne being haunted is an everyday experience. When Charlie agrees to help her cousin forage for furniture at an auction she expects to steer her cousin clear of any lingering spirits. But a child's wish makes that impossible. When her cousin brings home an object with a ghost-child attached to it, Charlie finds herself drawn into a 60-year-old mystery. Her instinct is to help the child move toward the light.

Percy has finally fought his way free from his family's province, seizing a cache of elixirs and putting his next promotion within reach. That is, if he can get a chance to cleanse his cores while evading practically the entire population of the planet. What he needs more than anything else is time to advance and hone his magic. But a calm environment to work on himself is the one resource he doesn't have. The gods are after his knowledge, the nobles seek revenge, and a twisted Holy Child seems to be enjoying the chase way too much.

Orson Scott Card's The Last Shadow is the long-awaited conclusion to both the original Ender series and the Ender's Shadow series, as the children of Ender and Bean solve the great problem of the Ender Universe—the deadly virus they call the descolada, which is incurable and will kill all of...

The war ended seventy years ago. The vengeance is only just beginning. In the quiet harbor of Ronehamn, a ninety-year-old man is found with a bullet in his chest. Heinz Meyer was a pillar of the community, but he carried a secret that dated back to the darkest days of 1945. He was one of the...

For almost 10 years, Ashleigh Nowakowski stood on stage alongside her brother in front of countless students across the Midwest sharing their stories of the impact that substance abuse had on their lives from different perspectives: the user and the sibling. They talked about her brother’s recovery, providing hope for others that their loved ones could get sober. That was until her world came crashing down on her when her brother relapsed. It wasn’t until then that Ashleigh realized she had never really healed from the past and was still living in her brother’s shadow.

Some children scream. Maya Sanders didn’t. At just seven years old, Maya is returned to a home filled with shadows—and when the system checks the boxes, she says nothing. Not because she’s okay. Because she knows silence is safer. When Maya is placed with Janine Thompkins, a foster mother who sees beyond behavior, a quiet war begins—not just for custody, but for truth. As Janine uncovers what Maya cannot say, she faces a system designed to measure compliance, not pain. A devastating, lyrical novel about the cost of being unheard—and the quiet revolution it takes to be free. Some ...

For fans of Tayari Jones and Ruth Ozeki, from National Book Critics Circle Award finalist Rizzuto comes a haunting and suspenseful literary tale set in 1970s New York City and World War II-era Japan, about three strong women, the dangerous ties of family and identity, and the long shadow our...

This is the story of Prof. Shaul Harel, formerly Charlie Hilsberg, who lost his shadow in 1942 at only five years old, when he was separated from his family and surroundings and saved from the furnaces of Auschwitz by the Belgian resistance. This book reveals his story, from his time as a “hidden child” in France and Belgium during the Holocaust, through his experiences in orphanages, his immigration to Israel, the serious injury he sustained in his military service, and more.

✨Are you struggling with your insecurities and trying to cope with those parts of yourself that you find difficult to accept? ✨Are you experiencing emotional, spiritual and physical problems related to chakra blockages? You may not know it yet, but negative self-beliefs about different aspects of ourselves and chakra blockages are intimately connected... Chakras are vital energy centers within our bodies that regulate various aspects of our physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. They help maintain a harmonious balance of energy flow that promotes overall health and vitality. ...

In this audiobook, you will discover what the shadow means, and learn about the fact that you’ve got a shadow tailing you.

Jack Phillips's allergy to sunshine confines him to the shadows, leaving him lonely, and at risk of life-threatening burns every time he steps into the light. Shadow jumping on the rooftops at dusk, makes him feel alive. And free. But Jack's condition is suddenly worse than ever, and only his missing scientist dad can save him. As Jack and his new friend, Beth, begin their frantic search and delve into his dad's past for clues, they have no idea what they are about to uncover.

In the heart of Savannah’s hauntingly beautiful streets, a chilling mystery is about to unfold … Teenagers are vanishing from the shadowy depths of the city's ancient tunnels, and fourteen-year-old Andi Leland is determined to find out why. As she delves into the sinister underworld, she, too, vanishes without a trace. With Andi’s disappearance, the stakes are even higher, and time is running out. Enter Sloane and Maddie, two friends seeking a peaceful escape in the picturesque city. Their vacation is soon disrupted as they learn about the recent disappearances. Compelled by justice ...

In the dimly lit corners of New Orleans, where magic whispers secrets to those who dare listen, Thaddeus Rose's study of witchcraft and the occult has always been just a fascination. That is, until a cryptic exorcist arrives at his bookshop, carrying a perilous package and seeking the elusive Jean-Luc Gerard. Suddenly, Thaddeus is thrust into a world far darker and more dangerous than he'd ever imagined. When the unimaginable occurs, and demons seem more than just tales spun in the shadowy hours, Thaddeus, along with the formidable former Templar knight Katherine Piers, finds himself on the...

Have you ever wished you had heard certain words growing up, like “I love you,” “I’m sorry,” or “You are enough?” Words like this hold immense power, shaping how we see ourselves and how we navigate the world as adults. But what happens when you didn’t receive them? When the words you needed to hear were never spoken, it can create deep emotional wounds that linger into adulthood. This book is here to help you heal those wounds by reconnecting with your inner child and offering the love, support, and healing affirmations you were deprived of in your childhood. Inner Child ...

The long-awaited trial of the notorious Arkady, the mastermind behind US President Prescott's assassination, finally begins. For John "Doc" Holiday, the hearing turns into a nightmare: His loyal ally Zane is also on trial, forced to face the sins of his past as a former assassin. The public turns against Zane, and the situation escalates as the trial takes an unpredictable turn. As old alliances break and long-buried secrets come to light, Doc struggles to trust his friend, despite the world being against him. Meanwhile, the mysterious Project Rasputin – a secret Soviet immortality ...

Luke Garner is an illegal third child. All his life has been spent in hiding. Now, for the first time, Luke is living among others. He has assumed a deceased boy's identity and is attending Hendricks School for Boys, a windowless building with cruel classmates and oblivious teachers. Luke knows he has to blend in, but he lives in constant fear that his behavior will betray him. Then one day, Luke discovers a door to the outside. He knows that beyond the walls of Hendricks lie the secrets he is desperate to uncover. What he doesn't know is whom he can trust....

At a time in the future, when having more than two children is illegal, 12-year-old Luke Garner is third born, a shadow child—his very existence punishable by death. He spends his whole life hiding and knows only his immediate family and their small farm. When a new housing development is built near his family’s home, Luke is forced into even greater secrecy, spending days and nights in his attic room. But after catching a glimpse of someone in one of the new houses, Luke is sure he’s found another third child.

Discover the Strength in Your Shadow: A Step-by-Step Guide to Transformation, Growth, and Empowerment Beneath the polished surface you show the world lies a side of you that you rarely acknowledge—an emotional, reactive, or deeply wounded part of your psyche that influences your thoughts, decisions, and relationships in ways you may not even realize. In Jungian psychology, this is known as the Shadow—an unconscious force molded by past trauma, painful experiences, and societal expectations. Unhealed wounds from your Shadow can affect every area of your life—your relationships, career,...

Shadow Work and the Self: A Practical Guide to Carl Jung’s Path to Healing, Growth, and Self-Discovery Unlock the transformative power of shadow work with this clear and practical guide rooted in the teachings of Carl Jung. Whether you're new to personal development or deep into your healing journey, Shadow Work and the Self helps you uncover, understand, and integrate the hidden parts of yourself for greater peace, emotional balance, and self-awareness. Through Jungian psychology, real-world techniques, and spiritual insight, this book reveals: What shadow work is and why it’s ...