High Identity

I was supposed to ruin him. Upload the receipts, cancel the billionaire, collect my payday. What I wasn’t supposed to do? Moan “yes, Daddy” before I’d even found the damn copy room. Dominic Kane is everything I hate. Capitalism in a custom suit. Power with a clenched jaw. A filthy mind behind a cleaner-than-clean NDA. But then he told me to sit still. Called me baby girl. Said if I wanted to keep the job, I’d better start behaving like I’m his. And I folded like a bad alibi. Now he feeds me praise and pleasure. Leaves marks where my ethics used to live. Tells me I look pretty ...

High school rule #1: never trust your crush with your heart. Senior year at River Valley High wasn’t supposed to include skipping school, dodging gunshots, or arguing over a scuffed guitar. But for Alma Brewer and Pierce Hartwell, one impulsive day changes everything. She’s used to being invisible. He’s used to calling the shots. And when their worlds collide, it’s equal parts disaster and undeniable spark. Between unexpected drama, jealous rivals, and a date gone horribly wrong, Alma and Pierce are about to find out if what’s growing between them is more than just a crush…or if...

Five years later, the lights still twinkle on Christmas Key—but a lot has changed. The island’s baby boom has officially landed: there’s a brand-new kindergarten class and a whole lot of chaos in the sandboxes. Social media influencers have discovered paradise, and now they’re everywhere—vlogging by the water, podcasting from cafés, and trying to make “#IslandVibes” a thing. But the real story this season isn’t in the hashtags or holiday lights. It’s Ruby Hudson. The beloved former First Lady and part-time Christmas Key resident has returned to the island with her husband...

I should have died. Sometimes I wish I did. At least then I wouldn’t be alone. After my parents’ divorce, my mom moved on with her yoga-teaching boyfriend and my dad threw himself into work, leaving me to figure out how to navigate my new reality on my own. Transitioning from an all-girls school in Malibu to the elite Arlington Park Academy in the suburbs of Chicago means more changes than I can handle. I feel like I’m drowning, losing myself…craving the sense of belonging I lost. Then the overly enthusiastic class president and my next-door neighbor, Emily, claims me as her new ...

The clock was ticking... On a dream in Texas. On a promise in Colorado. And on a mission in the deserts of Morocco. A spectacular love story. A CIA Thriller. Strikingly beautiful Velvet Carrington quit her job in Dallas. Packed her Jeep. And set her sights on an adventure vacation in the mountains of Oklahoma for a month. By herself. Along with her secrets, her scar-filled fears, and the dream inside of her. Because at 28 years old, she hadn't had a date. A kiss. Or anything approaching intimacy for years. On purpose... Except for the dream of a man. She didn't know who he was. Or exactly ...

I have a secret. Several actually. Only the guys know who I really am. I finally know the truth about my family, but now I have even more questions. The only people that can answer them are Luca, Skyler, Noah, Vince, and Gavin. They’ve introduced me to a world I never imagined existed. One that comes at a cost. One I can’t tell anyone else about. I’m balancing two lives. Sometimes I’m a normal teen, getting ready for the homecoming dance and falling for my gorgeous boyfriend. The rest of the time, I’m sneaking around and answering to The Society. When everything falls apart, the ...

Librarian Carter Matheson is determined to enjoy himself on a Scottish bus tour for fans of mystery author Dame Vanessa Rayburn. Sure, his ex, Trevor, will also be on the trip with his new boyfriend, leaving Carter to share a room with a stranger, but he can’t pass up a chance to meet his favorite author. Carter’s roommate turns out to be John Knight, a figure as mysterious as any character from Vanessa’s books. His strange affect and nighttime wanderings make Carter suspicious. When a fellow traveler’s death sparks rumors of foul play, Carter is left wondering if there’s anyone on the tour he can trust.

We all know how identities - notably, those of nationality, class, culture, race, and religion - are at the root of global conflict, but the more elusive truth is that these identities are created by conflict in the first place. In provocative, entertaining chapters, Kwame Anthony Appiah interweaves keen-edged argument with engrossing historical tales and reveals the tangled contradictions within the stories that define us.

With accomplished precision and gentle eloquence, Jhumpa Lahiri traces the crosscurrents set in motion when immigrants, expatriates, and their children arrive, quite literally, at a cultural divide. The nine stories in this stunning debut collection unerringly chart the emotional journeys of characters seeking love beyond the barriers of nations and generations.

Tessa I thought penthouse-sitting would be easy money—quiet nights, expensive wine, and zero complications. Then HE shows up at my door. Six feet of designer suits and devastating charm, completely convinced I'm the escort his meddling best friend hired to "fix" his post-breakup blues. Should I correct the misunderstanding? Absolutely. Do I? Hell no. Cole I know she's lying. I just can't bring myself to care. Fresh off a soul-crushing breakup, the last thing I need is more drama. But Tessa—with her smart mouth and killer curves has me completely hooked. She's everything I shouldn't want...

My heart is split in five. The future I want feels impossible. I can’t hold back. Not anymore. Every step forward is followed by a hard shove ten feet back. I want things to work with the guys, all of them, but keeping the sun from setting seems easier and more likely to happen. Just when I think we’re making progress, the Society steps in and once again messes things up, giving the guys something else to fight over. They say the best things in life are free. I don’t believe that for a second. I just have to hope the price isn’t too high. Nothing Left to Hide is the sixth book in ...

In 2018, the Marvel Cinematic Universe finally delivered on something fans had long been waiting for: a feature film with a solo Black superhero. Black Panther introduced viewers to the stunning world of Wakanda and to T'Challa, a young man stepping into his role as king and taking up the mantle of the Black Panther title from his late father. Why Wakanda Matters gives this iconic film the in-depth analysis it deserves under the lens of the latest psychological concepts - as well as delving into the lasting cultural impact of this unforgettable story.

Step into Prythian and uncover the magic within you… Are you destined to wield the shadows of the Night Court, the fire of the Day Court, or the storms that churn along ancient borders? This unofficial A Court of Thorns and Roses quiz & activity book helps you discover your inner fae gift, your High Court alignment, and the power waiting inside you. Immersive quizzes: Personality-driven questions that reveal your fae gift and court—all inspired by the world of Prythian. Replayable fun: Try different paths, compare results with friends, and share your outcomes for Book Club or BookTok ...

The more answers I get, the more questions I have. only know one thing for certain. I need my guys. All of them. I let myself get comfortable. I found a rhythm and thought life might actually calm down for a while. That I might find a new normal, but the Society needs something from me. My guys tell me I can trust them, their parents, and the organization they belong to. My mom’s journal says I can’t. There’s no time to hesitate. No time to overthink. I have to do what I’ve been asked. This is bigger than me or my guys. There’s more at stake than I could have ever realized. Fans ...

Identity Crisis takes listeners from the bruising primaries to an election night whose outcome defied the predictions of the pollsters and pundits. The book shows how fundamental characteristics of the nation and its politics - the state of the economy, the Obama presidency, and the demographics of the political parties - combined with the candidates' personalities and rhetoric to produce one of the most unexpected presidencies in history.

Hugh: She’s a flame in emerald silk, slipping past my security with a smile that dares me to stop her. I run Caesars Palace from the shadows—calculated, controlled, untouchable. But the second she walks in, I’m toast. She’s tangled with the Vegas mob, caught in a heist that could bring the whole empire down. I should shut her out. Instead, I pull her in—closer, deeper, until I can’t tell where the danger ends and the need begins. She’s the one risk I can’t walk away from. And if protecting her means upsetting the house… Then let it fall. Trixie: I’ve survived on ...

Is there such a thing as truth? What about trust? How much hurt can one person survive? I’ve opened my heart and had it ripped out, stomped on, and even drowned. It’s taking everything in me not to curl in on myself and let the world fade away. No one should have to go through the pain I have. The only thing keeping me from slipping under is the love the guys have shown me. They’re the only ones I know I can depend on. At least, I hope so. I found something. Something that changes everything. I don’t know if The Society is what I think it is. Can I tell the guys, or are they in on ...

I've been lied to, lied about, and lived a lie. I've been beaten and broken. I'm done being the victim. I trusted the wrong people. I let them into my life, my heart, and they turned on me. In one moment, my life changed. I know whom I can count on and who truly cares about me. My guys. Each day the attacks turn more personal. It started with the football team, but now the entire school seems to have something to say about me. I want to be strong, but each word feels like a punch. Not even my own home is the escape I need it to be. Fans of B.L Brunnemer & Autumn Reed will love this slow-...

I had love and lost it. I don’t want that pain again. I have to make a choice. All I wanted was a week off from the drama. I should have known better than to think we could pretend to be normal when we’re anything but. The Society is more than an organization. It’s a lifestyle and it’s time I accept that. The life I want is within reach, but there are consequences I’ll have to face. I wish it was as simple as telling them what I want, but it’s not only my life that will change. Someone is going to have to make a sacrifice, but who? How long can I toe the line before I have to ...

One little lie. Now I second guess everything. This is no way to live. It’s time to uncover the truth, once and for all. Tennyson said it’s better to have loved and lost it than to have never loved at all. Well, that man clearly overestimated the amount of pain and suffering I could tolerate. The more I discover, the more uncertain I am of everything my life has become in Arlington Park. As the lies and deception reveal themselves, I have to make a choice. Protect myself, my father, or the guys. There’s no perfect answer, but living in this limbo is taking its toll. It’s time to ...