Editora: Muhammad
This fascinating novel from author Arnold Bennett gives readers a glimpse into gender roles and social classes at the dawn of the twentieth century. Switching between the perspectives of two distinctly different narrators, The Pretty Lady is a closely observed portrait of a turbulent time.
Knowing he must act, but not entirely sure why, young Arthur sets out on a quest to understand and change his future. Not fully grasping the role his journey will play in taking possession of his destiny, Arthur leaves with a book of enchantment by his side to encounter adventure, a new world, self-less love and his first great test as the future king. This is the first book in the Noble Arthur series on the Great King.Ver livro
Who knew that a simple trip to the hardware store could change your fate forever… The newly confirmed existence of magical creatures hadn’t really affected Nico. He had more on his mind, like his transition and his job guarding bonsai. That was until his chance meeting with Brant, a veteran who dreams of opening a bakery truck. The mismatched duo strike up an unexpected friendship when they discover an abandoned baby gargoyle, Gustopher. The men set off on a tumultuous adventure to protect their charge and reunite with its rightful owner. It’s tricky to care for a rare animal, even among magickind. What do gargoyles eat, anyway? Not to mention how do they deal with skin that turns to stone or flying off after every distraction. Enter Remi, an eccentric vampire obsessed with cheese, who seems to know more than he’s willing to say about Gus’s kind. Can Nico and Brant brave the gangsters, vampires, NHL champions, and the trials of foster parenthood to find where Gus belongs? Will they be able to give Gus up if they do?Guarding Gus is a cozy, urban fantasy of unlikely friendships, magical creatures, and how acceptance can make your world brighter and stronger. Perfect for fans of Legends & Lattes, Cursed Cocktails, and Terry Pratchett’s Discworld series. This book is intended for adults, but can also be enjoyed by teenagers 13-18. The themes are positive masculinity, chosen family, friendship, and adoption.Ver livro
Mason Jaspers is a virgin, but that's about to change. At least, he hopes so. Then again, it all depends on his longtime crush and current tutoring student Owen Fairchild. Owen is everything Mason is not: the confident jock to Mason's insecure nerd, taut and toned where Mason is long and gawky, tan and ruddy where Mason is pale and smooth, and far from a virgin. Owen is GSU's resident cock of the walk: openly gay and eagerly slutty, sleeping with any guy he can, as often as he can, before moving onto the next. And the next and the next ... Because this summer will be spent rehabbing an old farmhouse as part of their Residential Real Estate course, and the two opposites must share the same house, for better or worse. And when Mason walks in on Owen pleasuring himself, things escalate in a way neither can deny, let alone prevent ...Ver livro
Escaping her abusive past, a woman settles in a small town and finds herself pursued by two men—and protected by a mysterious wolf. A veterinarian by training and a gifted healer by nature, Julie Hastings escapes to rural South Dakota, hoping to escape past traumas and start over. What she finds instead are two men who suddenly rival for her attention: one the overprotective chief of police, the other a powerful member of the Sioux Indian nation. Each man longs to help Julie find the peace she desperately needs—a serenity that is shattered when a brutal murder rocks the neighborhood. Trusting people is not in Julie's nature, so when a mysterious wolf befriends her, she leans into his protective animal instincts. Until the shocking truth about her beastly protector shakes her to the core, shattering everything she once understood about love.Ver livro
Step into a world of twinkling lights, snowy nights, and timeless holiday cheer. In this delightful collection of original poems and short stories, Patricia Arnold captures the magic, warmth, and wonder of Christmas through tales that celebrate kindness, imagination, and the joy of giving. From whimsical rhymes to heartfelt narratives, each piece invites listeners to slow down, snuggle up, and rediscover the spirit of the season. Whether shared around the tree or enjoyed on a quiet winter’s night, Christmas Poems & Short Stories is a festive treasure for the whole family.Ver livro
Every skin trader in the galaxy is after me but the gold-skinned, winged beast poses the biggest threat. I’ve been abducted from Earth and forced to dance at a burlesque on an alien prison planet where the inmates indulge in debauchery in return for good behavior. Seems human captives have become a hot commodity now that Earth is a breath away from extinction. Suddenly, every black market skin trader and inmate with empty pockets is after me. My owners won’t let me out of their sight. The new bodyguard I’m assigned to keep me safe is huge, with golden skin and the biggest wings I’ve ever seen. He's an alien beast and he’s up to something. He’s got a killer smile and dangerous eyes. And a secret. If I’m not careful, my alien bodyguard may become much more. If I survive. I’m undercover with the mission to rescue the small human from the prison planet and bring her to safety at the Dome of Enlaan. As a lead enforcer for Cosmic S.W.A.T., it’s my mission to protect human life at all costs. Protect, not desire. Or touch. Or more... <p style="box-sizing: border-box; padding: 0px; margin: -4px 0px 14px; color: #0f1111; font-family: 'Amazon Ember', Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; foVer livro
