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A brilliant mathematician and spoiled rich girl, Gretchen, is focused on harnessing Big Data and computing power to control the world stock markets not only to optimize her family’s wealth, but also to control the future. As a descendant of the Nazi Werewolf Clan, is Gretchen being maneuvered into leveraging unlimited computer power along with the ethical nihilism to manipulate lives, or just stretching her genius?

Random events at a Brazilian hydroelectric plant, Irish financial institution, and Texas winery seem connected by an insidious virus hack which attacks system vulnerabilities then vanishes without a trace. Are these all a glimpse of the new viral danger of the Ghost Code designed for devastation on a personal and industrial level? A new mysterious pair of cyber pirates, known only as Mephisto and Callisto, seems to be behind the plot to deliver these destructive payloads for computer domination.

In the heart of Southwest London, just a short stroll from the Thames, lies a single row of cottages. Residents may come and go, but they all have one thing in common: Tinderbox Lane - small, enclosed, unknown to any iPhone or supermarket delivery van - is the place they call home. Foremost among the residents is Dolly Greene: divorced and permanently broke, she shares her tiny house with her 21-year-old daughter, Pippa, who can't afford to leave. Aside from Pippa the other constant in Dolly's life is her tarot business.

Social media influencer Crystabel Hughes is determined her wedding to Giles Preston Smythe will be the talk of the town. No matter the cost or the upset, nothing will stop this wedding! But for Alexi Ellis and the rest of the staff at Hopgood Hall, Crystabel’s demands are becoming increasingly extreme. And when Alexi spots the groom getting up close and personal with one of the bridesmaids, she fears trouble is only a bouquet toss away.

Pavlina Klemm wurde in der Tschechischen Republik im Riesengebirge geboren. Als 19-Jährige kam sie nach München, in dessen Nähe sie heute noch lebt und arbeitet. Schon als kleines Kind hatte sie Kontakt zur Lichtwelt, und als junge Erwachsene war ihr absolut klar, welche Richtung ihr Lebensweg einmal nehmen würde. 1999, kurz vor Beginn des neuen Jahrtausends, begann sie, intensiv mit alternativen Heilmethoden zu arbeiten. Durch die Arbeit mit der heilenden universellen Energie entwickelten sich bei ihr nicht nur heilerische Fähigkeiten, sondern es erhöhte sich auch ihre Anbindung an die ...

When Drew Hopgood’s brother, Frank dies whilst out climbing, it’s initially thought his death was simply a tragic accident. But when Frank’s much younger wife, Stella arrives at Hopgood Hall demanding half of Frank’s inheritance the Hopgoods and Alexi Ellis begin to suspect foul play...Stella has no claim to Frank’s legacy, but she isn’t giving up easily. And with the reputation of Hopgood Hall still fragile, Alexi can’t afford to lose any more money because of Stella’s greed. So Alexi, her partner Jack, and Cosmo of course, decide to dig deeper into Stella’s background.

Originally published by Celebrate Lit Publishing, July 2024 A courageous widower forsakes his home to ensure his hopes. On a verdant island beset by poverty and death, Irish widower Mick Muldoon dares to escape his misfortuneswith his sisters. Mick survives the treacherous voyage to America, then discovers ample opportunities aren't true for him. His defective body hampers employment and chains his reliance upon his peculiar sister. Finally, an invitation to abandon New York City’s tenements for the heartland guarantees his cherished dreams. His dreadful choices hamper his future when he ...

Change your life for good - that's a big one! Do you feel as if you are stuck in a rut and not living your true purpose in life? Are you itchy to get unstuck but don't know how and where to start? Or are you just afraid that you will fail miserably and embarrass yourself in the process? Change is not always easy. Yet, with the right tools and support, taking a step to change your life for good is easier than you think.

When Jane moves into her new apartment, she discovers an old diary hidden in the basement—tattered, eerie, and disturbingly familiar. The entries describe violent crimes written in her own handwriting. The problem? She hasn’t committed them. Not yet. Each chilling page points to the future, weaving her life into a sinister blueprint of murder and betrayal. As the dates draw closer, Jane must confront the terrifying question: Is this a warning she can prevent—or a prophecy she’s destined to fulfill?

In this seven-day guide you will gain a simple-to-digest lesson on Italian wines, taking you from any starting point, to being able to select, taste, pair and pour an outstanding Italian variety. If you are currently at a fairly average stage in your wine knowledge and need a book where a plane ticket to Italy is not required, then this book is for you.

The world is almost ready for fiat currency to be replaced by a superior digital currency. The trouble is, which one and who will own it? The twists and turns of events keeps both sides struggling to stay ahead. In The Enigma Source, the tenth book within the award-winning Enigma Series, authors Breakfield and Burkey explore the future of world commerce, cryptocurrency, and the complications that arise from creating an all-digital monetary system.

Mike and Marge control ePETRO, an oil shipping business with offices in London and New York, but they don't have the same business goals in mind. Marge intends to sell the North Koreans uranium in addition to oil obtained illegally from the government sanctioned Middle East. But Mike may have other plans, mainly, keeping the profits of these sales for himself. Then there is the mysterious Steven Christopher, who oversees the AIMs, and is working several angles behind the scenes. Steven is the only one trusted by both Marge and Mike, but why?

Inexplicable drops in world commodities markets are destabilizing nations to the point of economic collapse. A conspicuous increase in production numbers for primary oil-producing companies results in a call for help from governments and a large oil distributor, ePetro. The R-Group, Jacob and Petra, are quietly engaged by ePetro amid fears that further drops in commodity values could devastate multiple economies of first-world countries.

Returning home from a holiday, Tarot reader Dolly Greene learns that much has changed on her street. Squatters have taken over at No.7 Tinderbox Lane, and a mysterious Brazilian woman has moved in next door at No.3. She also finds a surly Russian girl, Marina, waiting outside the house, insisting on a reading. Marina's cards reveal conflict, misery and death and Dolly knows she should feel concerned. But the girl is so disagreeable she's only too relieved when the reading finally comes to an end.

The Adventures in Short Erotica series is perfect for a quick listen to get you in the mood anytime, fast! If you love hot erotica, then this is the perfect series for you. Don't let the length of this audiobook fool you; it's packed full of erotic scenes. Put this one in your library, and you won't be disappointed.

Toute petite, Olivia Prior a été déposée sur les marches de l'orphelinat où elle vit désormais. Incapable de parler, elle n'en sait pas moins se faire respecter des autres pensionnaires. De sa mère, il ne lui reste plus qu'un journal intime relié de cuir, plein de dessins étranges et marqué par la folie, dont les derniers mots sont : " Tu seras à l'abri tant que tu ne t'approcheras pas de Gallant. " Mais la jeune fille ne rêve que d'une chose : avoir, un jour, une famille.

Emily thought that her sleek, high-rise apartment would be the perfect sanctuary—smart technology, secure building, a fresh start after betrayal. But when devices malfunction at 3 a.m., cameras glitch during important moments, and her reality becomes a battleground of truth versus perception, safety becomes something far more sinister.

It is 1856. When three men are murdered in Cornwall, Amos Hawke, a Cornish detective working from London's Scotland Yard, is sent to investigate. He finds lodgings with one of the murdered men's wives - and her daughter, Talwyn. But while Amos's relationship with Talwyn gets off to a bad start, she is to prove crucial in helping him bring her father's killers to justice. A wonderful tale from a master storyteller, Though the Heavens May Fall has its heart and soul in the lore and landscape of Cornwall.

First published in 1913, this classic tale by Byron Veatch is of a retired colonel who related a story of two samurai youngsters - two of the bravest men he had ever met. It was 1880 when he was in command of Fort Huachuca, Arizona on the Sonora border. He took his troops out to check on a reservation of American Indians who had slipped across the border into Mexico. He tells about his experiences with these two former Japanese samurai who had come to the US just a few weeks before enlisting in the calvary.

Unlock Your Potential with 'UNLIMITED WISDOM AND POWER OF YOUR HIGHER SELF: Create the Life You Want': This book is more than a guide to personal growth; it's a comprehensive resource for transforming every aspect of your life. Whether navigating the complexities of relationships, chasing your dreams, or discovering your true purpose, this insightful book offers a path to success. It delves into the essence of the soul, equipping you to improve not only your mental and physical health but also your emotional connections with others.