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Real estate agent Chloe Roberts’ billionaire, distiller client is murdered. Chloe; her mother, Ava, and ex-mobster, Tony Rizzo, are suspects. Chloe and her mom resent how the victim deceived and used them. He owes Rizzo money and mistreated his daughter. A shady past is uncovered, along with many who hated him. Chloe’s sleuthing lands them in hot water while the killer sites a new victim.

The biggest problem with being trapped on a jellyfish isn’t what you’d expect. You get over the fear of death (because you start looking forward to it) and the smell of fish (because it quickly becomes your breakfast, lunch, and dinner). Boredom is an issue, sure, but it’s not the main one; the biggest problem is not being able to get away from everyone.

Die offizielle Vorgeschichte zum großen Serienereignis auf NETFLIX. Nur noch einen Sommer hat Sabrina Spellman bis zu ihrem 16. Geburtstag. Dann wird alles anders werden: Sie wird in den dunklen Hexenzirkel aufgenommen und muss allen normalsterblichen Menschen entsagen; ihren Freundinnen - und ihrer großen Liebe Harvey. Wird sie das schaffen? Und liebt Harvey sie überhaupt so sehr wie sie ihn? Um das herauszufinden, lässt sich Sabrina von ihrem Cousin Ambrose zu einem gefährlichen Plan überreden: Sie wendet bei Harvey einen Zauber an.

In A Grave in Gaza, Omar Yussef and his boss, Magnus Wallender, travel to the Gaza Strip for a routine inspection of the UN schools in the Gaza refugee camps. Upon their arrival they meet James Cree, the UN security officer for Gaza, who informs them that a teacher at one of their schools has been accused of spying and imprisoned.

They're about to make off with millions in stolen diamonds - until someone beats them at their own game. Three thieves have been planning the perfect diamond heist for months. They're finally ready to make the hit, and everything is set to go off without a hitch - until a rival crew shows up to steal the diamonds at the exact same time.

What's it like to be a trail angel and can romance truly blossom from first meeting to marriage on the Pacific Crest Trail? How do trail names get bestowed and what does it mean when you find yourself roaring back at a mountain lion? How have climate change, technology, and the sheer number of hikers affected life on the PCT? Find the answers to all these questions, and so many more, in the diverse writings gathered in Crossing Paths, an anthology of stories and poems written by PCT hikers.

There have always been castles in the valley, and the people have always been under threat. They have always needed those thick walls, the protection of that enclosing stone. Non feels like she needs it more than most because her mother was infected by the demons that live in the woods. As the doctor’s daughter, Non had planned a career in medicine, partly to please her father but also because it would keep her inside the protective walls of the citadel. When plague strikes the citadel, all the teenagers are evacuated to the ruined Cirtop Castle.

Soccer for Kids is written and presented by Darren Rees – the creator of Football for Kids, the world’s biggest podcast for young fans of the beautiful game. With his trademark energy and love for the sport, Darren brings his passion stateside to celebrate everything that makes American soccer so exciting. Each week, Soccer for Kids explores the world of US football – from the biggest stars and rising talents, to legendary teams, unforgettable moments, and the unique leagues that shape the sport across the country. Whether it’s learning about a famous goal, discovering how a team came ...

It’s 1946 and the dust of war has settled over Europe. But for Edith Graham, an ordinary woman living an ordinary life, her journey is only just beginning.... Escaping her humdrum existence, Edith is swept into war-torn Germany and recruited to draw elusive Nazis out of hiding. But the closer she gets to the truth, the more blurred the line between good and evil. In a shadowy world of shifting loyalties, where no-one is quite who they seem to be, who can Edith trust?

The murder of a leader of the Palestinian Martyrs Brigade leads to the arrest of George Saba, a Palestinian Christian accused of collaborating with the Israelis. Omar Yussef, a modest history teacher at a United Nations school in the West Bank, is impelled to investigate the murder to exonerate his former pupil, who he knows is innocent. As he struggles to save George, Omar Yussef is drawn into a complex plot where it is impossible to tell friend from enemy.

Enid Hardcastle has always had a hard life, but when her family can’t make ends meet and are moved to the workhouse, it feels like things can’t get any worse. But luckily for Enid, her friendship with local boy Jimmy gives her the strength. Also from the cold, hard streets of Merthyr, Jimmy has made his name as an entrepreneur, repairing boots and hand-delivering them to the fine people of the town. Enid has seen for herself that you can make a better life for yourself, so with Jimmy’s help, she sets about trying to save her family. But there are even darker places than the workhouse...

Ozanna has been kidnapped … for the second time in as many months, though it appears this time around she’s the intended target. Quite the professional setback for a bodyguard. Her captors intend to take her to meet Lhoris and Lobikno’s oldest brother, a meeting she dreads. Bound tight, with her options as limited as her mobility, she waits for the perfect opportunity to attempt an escape.

Tell the Wind and Fire is about a young girl called Lucie who lives in a New York very different from the New York we know: The city is torn between two very different kinds of magic, and Lucie's own family was torn apart years ago by that conflict. Lucie wears magic rings and carries a burden of guilt she can't share with anyone. The light in her life is her sweetheart boyfriend, Ethan, but it turns out Ethan has a secret, too: a soulless doppelganger created by dark magic.

Just because Mel lives in New Whitby, a city founded by vampires, doesn't mean she knows any of the blood-drinking undead personally. They stay in their part of town; she says in hers. Until the day a vampire shows up at her high school. Worse yet, her best friend, Cathy, seems to be falling in love with him. It's up to Mel to save Cathy from a mistake she might regret for all eternity! On top of trying to help Cathy (whether she wants it or not), Mel is investigating a mysterious disappearance for another friend and discovering the attractions of a certain vampire wannabe.

For most San Franciscans, April 18, 1906 started at 5:12 a.m. with 65 seconds of violent quaking followed by a relentless, raging fire that left 98% of the structures in the most populated part of the city in ruins. However, while everyone felt the earthquake equally, they did not all suffer to the same degree. In Saving San Francisco, Andrea Rees Davies, a former firefighter, tells a new story of the 1906 catastrophe. Saving San Francisco challenges the long-lived myth that the fire brought out altruism and leveled class distinctions among residents.

Science is not just for scientists: if it were, it could never save us from the multiple crises we face. For science can save us, if its innovations mesh carefully into society and its applications are channeled for the common good. As Martin Rees argues in this expert and personal analysis of the scientific endeavor on which we all depend, we need to think globally, we need to think rationally and we need to think long-term, empowered by twenty-first-century technology but guided by values that science alone cannot provide.

Deputy Jaiden Coldwater's fling with Dr. Clay Barnes turns serious. Settling his parents' estate, Clay stumbles on a murder victim. They unravel a mystery and learn Clay isn't who he thinks. He decides what he wants in time to lose it in a shootout.

Amazon 5-star review: "The Falklands Engagement is a deeply moving novella that blends a powerful war memoir with a touching love story. Tim Rees offers an honest, firsthand account of his experiences during the Falklands War, capturing both the arduous realities and the dark humour of military life. The fictional love story, told through letters between Tim and Elly, is the emotional core of the book. It's a poignant and beautifully told narrative that explores the enduring power of love and hope in the face of conflict, and it left me genuinely moved." A novella about two people separated...

Real estate agent Chloe Roberts returns to her hometown after her fiancé disappears without a trace. Starting over, she finds a house she wants to buy for her own, but there's a dead man inside. She uncovers shady family secrets and is pursued by a crazed female stalker, an ex-lover; a billionaire developer; a lovable lawman, and a presumed dead, reformed gangster. Her wealthy client, her mother and grandfather are prime suspects, putting a crimp in Chloe's budding relationship with sexy Deputy Leo Sanders

Lives in Limbo: A Tapestry of Human Connections Across the patchwork of towns and villages that dot the landscape, lives hang in a delicate balance. In quiet corners and bustling streets, a diverse cast of characters navigate the complexities of the human heart: Aging Casanovas reflect on past romances, their bravado tinged with nostalgia Single parents struggle to stay afloat, juggling responsibilities and unfulfilled dreams Couples, outwardly content, harbour secret longings and unspoken desires Parents and children dance an intricate waltz of misunderstanding and tentative connectionA ...