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3 stories in this book are: THE WHITE CATTHE WATER-LILY. THE GOLD-SPINNERSLITTLE THUMB with illustrations in this book
Fall under the intoxicating spell of their hex appeal…In the magical world that lies hidden beneath our own, witches and conjurers play deadly games. They know just the right spell to kill a man with one kiss—or raise him back again. And they're not afraid to exact sweet revenge on those who dare to cross them. But what if you're the unlucky soul who falls victim to a conjurer's curse? And if you had the power to cast a magic spell of your own, would you use it?In this bewitching collection, nine of today's hottest paranormal authors tell all-new, otherworldly tales. Spellbinding stories featuring bigfoot, albino vampires, professional wizards, resurrected boyfriends and even a sex droid from the twenty- third century named Silicon Lily. But as our conjurers are about to discover, it's all fun and games until someone gets hexed. And sometimes, even the best spun spells can lead to complete and utter mayhem.Includes Stories From:Ilona AndrewsJim ButcherRachel CaineCarole Nelson DouglasP. N. ElrodSimon R. GreenLori HandelandErica HayesCarrier VaughnVer libro
Julie barely made it out of the sewers alive, and her Yeti woes aren't over yet. The IA investigation into the incursion at OPMA HQ bring Julie into contact with a trio of paras whose snark is only outmatched by their desire to meddle in Julie's life. Do the Sphynxes know more than they're telling her about the mysterious results of her physical? When Malcolm Nox goes missing, leading Julie and Taylor are drawn into a race to find his kidnapper and rescue him before he misses his wedding. Can Julie and Cassidy put their differences aside for Malcolm's sake, or will their feud get in the way of unraveling the case? Momma knows best . . . Taking care of her ailing landlady keeps Julie out of the loop for the fallout after the explosive end to the Yeti case. Luckily—or not—for Julie, Rosa offers to lend Lillie a helping hand. Hoping her mom keeps her home remedies off the table, Julie is grateful to accept. She can't avoid Dr. Olena any longer if she wants to keep her job. Can Julie handle the life-changing news the doctor has for her?Ver libro
Welcome to the Frisky Bean Coffee to Wake You Up Pastries to Turn You On Frisky Rivalry: I met Sean when we were only kids and since then we've competed for almost everything from class president to crushes. When we run into each other, both waiting for our blind dates, at my favorite café, things don't go as planned. For one, why am I still attracted to him? For two, no really, why am I still wanting him? Anyone? Frisky Arrangement: When I walked into Desjardins Garden, ready to place an order for my next influencer event, I was expecting to choose a floral design. I was not expecting the owner, Alex, to take my breath away. But, would they like what I have to offer? Could they be my perfect sub? Frisky Engagement: All I wanted to do was propose to the love of my life, Camila. When my perfect plans begin to unravel, so do I. With Purim around the corner, will I be able to overcome all the things that go wrong? And, will my gorgeous girl agree to be mine? To find out what shenanigans these couples get into, grab a snack, a fan, and perhaps a quiet moment to yourself. CWs: Elements of BDSM and eating.Ver libro
Charles Dickens’ Dombey and Son is a powerful exploration of pride, loss, and redemption in Victorian society. Mr. Paul Dombey, a wealthy shipping magnate, values status and male succession above all, coldly favoring his son over his devoted daughter, Florence. When tragedy disrupts his ambitions, Dombey’s rigid world begins to crumble. Neglected and unloved, Florence endures hardship with quiet resilience, embodying compassion and loyalty. As deceit, betrayal, and financial ruin surround him, Dombey faces the consequences of emotional neglect. Through vivid characters and intricate plotting, Dickens critiques materialism, gender roles, and familial duty. Ultimately, the novel affirms the redemptive power of love, humility, and forgiveness in a story both sweeping in scope and deeply human in emotion.Ver libro
"Sense and Sensibility" is the story of two sisters, Elinor and Marianne Dashwood, who have contrasting temperaments. On the surface Elinor, the older sister represents sense or reason while Marianne represents sensibility or emotion, however upon closer examination we find that they both exhibit varying aspects of each characteristic. A classic coming of age story "Sense and Sensibility" was Jane Austen's first published novel. ©2020 Pandora's Box (P)2020 Pandora's BoxVer libro
What kind of job could the Imperial Navy have for people like us?◆◆◆Captain Osyen and his merry band of cutthroats and conmen were scratching out a living on the edge of Imperial controlled space. They were a ship full of degenerates, petty criminals, if not outright scum—so a full-blown Imperial Dreadnaught arriving to detain their ship seems like an overreaction.In exchange for not going back to prison, the Imperial Admiral works out a deal. The Empire needs some...contractors...to retrieve an object of religious importance, but they can't be seen to have their hands in it. So they hire out to some dangerous folk with blood-stained triggers, and they're willing to pay—in both pardons and coin.But between Osyen and his freedom is only the most lawless space in the entire galaxy, home of an old friend who may not be so happy to see him. To make matters worse, there's a rogue Imperial officer who seems dead set on ensuring they fail.◆◆◆The Capital-verse just got bigger with this new thrilling action/adventure series. Join the colorful ensemble—a handsome conman, a snarky gunslinger, a prudent cyborg pilot, a reckless pixie of a bruiser, a cranky aging mechanic, a disgraced royal, and their young cabin boy of destiny—in an adventure that reviewers have praised as "...full of twists, turns and back-stabbing" and "...filled a Firefly-shaped hole in my heart..."Read lessVer libro
