Publisher: Bu Classics Books
Enter the dawn of the Jazz Age with stories that define the spirit of the flapper and the changing social landscape. From the iconic transformation of Bernice to tales of ambition and folly, these narratives dissect the clash between tradition and modernity. It is a vibrant snapshot of a generation testing its boundaries and redefining morality.
What would you do if the ones you loved the most were the ones you needed to fear the most?The night of the car accident changes everything for Jace Northall, leaving him an orphan at three years old. Fast forward 12 years later, and Jace is struggling to survive his teen years. Frequent relocations complicate his life, leaving him feeling lonely and frustrated. After his most recent move, Jace is hopeful they have finally found a place to call home, where he can finally be a normal kid.After an adventurous night out with his new friends Marcus and Izzie, Jace learns nothing is normal about his life and is left desperately fighting to keep his world together and protect the ones he loves.Realizing the enemy is closing in, he abandons his old life, searching for answers. With his newfound abilities and the help of his friends, Jace is reborn as the unlikely hero while he journeys to discover who he truly is and how he fits in.Show book
A family slain. A house steeped in darkness. A horror that never sleeps . . . Siblings Michael and Ellery Lisbon are desperate for a fresh start. Reeling after a series of misfortunes, the pair settle down in the quiet town of Plum Hollow in the hopes of kick-starting their stalled lives. The house they move into is unbelievably affordable—a seeming gem in a ferociously competitive market. But it was in this house that, two years prior, a family was savagely butchered. Despised by their neighbors, the siblings are left to grapple with the grisly reality of the house's past—and with the possibility that the evil behind the slayings is still present. Jagged shadows leer at their bedsides, watching them sleep. Laughter erupts from unoccupied rooms, and Ellery is plagued by visions of the infamous killings. Gradually, they're being drawn into a nightmare—destined to become the prey of an insatiable horror. Some say the devil lives in Plum Hollow. And they may well be right. A Haunting in Plum Hollow is a novel of horror and supernatural suspense by Ambrose Ibsen, author of The House of Long Shadows and The Possession.Show book
Welcome to the world of Jane Austen, one of the most beloved authors in the English language. Austen's works are known for their wit, social commentary, and romantic storylines that have captivated readers for generations. This audiobook is an introduction to the life and works of Austen and will provide a glimpse into her world and the legacy she left behind. Sense and Sensibility was written by Jane Austen and published in 1811. The novel follows the lives of the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, as they navigate the complexities of love, society, and family in 19th-century England. In this essay, we will explore the themes, characters, and plot of Sense and Sensibility in detail. One of the central themes is the contrast between sense, represented by Elinor, and sensibility, represented by Marianne. Elinor is rational and reserved, while Marianne is impulsive and romantic. The novel explores the strengths and weaknesses of both approaches to life and love. Ultimately, the novel suggests that a balance of sense and sensibility is necessary for a happy and fulfilling life. The plot of Sense and Sensibility is rich and engaging, with several subplots and twists. The novel begins with the death of the Dashwood sisters' father, leaving them with an uncertain financial future. They move to a cottage in Devonshire, where they meet new friends and potential suitors. Elinor falls in love with Edward Ferrars, but their relationship is threatened by his engagement to Lucy Steele. Marianne falls in love with John Willoughby, but he abandons her for a wealthy heiress. Meanwhile, Colonel Brandon is quietly in love with Marianne, but he is too reserved to express his feelings. Eventually, Elinor and Marianne find love and happiness, but not without enduring hardship and heartbreak along the way.Show book
Why are wizards turning up dead in New York City? Working homicides in New York City, there will always be disquieting cases, but this one has me in a cold sweat. Killers tend to prey on the weak. So, when Bishop and I discover a high-ranking wizard has been tied down and tortured as part of some unhinged ritual, we know all hell is about to break lose. What’s worse, our lead suspect is a member of the Arcane Council and when you cross the Council you tend to disappear without a trace. Victims deserve justice, it’s my job, but one wrong move will see me share their fate. Curl up with One Foot in the Grave and discover the troubling motive behind this unusual case.Show book
This recording has been digitally produced by Blake Pierce, using a synthesized version of an audiobook narrator’s voice under license. Dog show judges and breeders are dying in scenes that cruelly highlight their own genetic flaws, forcing FBI Agent Faith Bold and her partner Turk into the high-stakes world of purebred perfection. Faith must decode a killer's vendetta against those who play God with bloodlines, stopping someone who views imperfection as worthy of elimination. “A masterpiece of thriller and mystery.” —Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ SO VENGEFUL is Book #25 in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews. FBI Special Agent Faith Bold doesn’t believe she can ever return to the force after the trauma she’s been through. Suffering from past demons, she feels unfit for duty and content to retire—until Turk walks into her life. Turk, a former Marine Corps dog, wounded in battle, suffers from his own demons. But he never lets it show as he gives everything to Faith to get her back on her feet. Each is slow to warm up to each other, but when they do, they are inseparable. Each is equally determined to hunt down the demons chasing them, whatever the cost, and to watch each other’s backs—even at the risk of their own life. A page-turning and harrowing crime thriller featuring a brilliant and tortured FBI agent, the Faith Bold series is a riveting mystery, packed with non-stop action, suspense, twists and turns, revelations, and driven by a breakneck pace that will keep you flipping pages late into the night. Fans of Rachel Caine, Teresa Driscoll and Robert Dugoni are sure to fall in love. Future books in the series are also available! “An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! ...So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can't wait to see what happens next.” —Reader review (Her Last Wish) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!” —Reader review (Her Last Wish) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!” —Reader review (City of Prey) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven't seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours.” —Reader review (City of Prey) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!” —Reader review (Girl, Alone) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!” —Reader review (Girl, Alone) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Show book
Nestled in a towering fir forest on British Columbia's famous Vancouver Island, Three Rivers Campground is calling you to come relax, explore, and maybe even fall in love . . . Emily Rivers does not have time for love. Or dating. Or even a one night stand. As the eldest of the Rivers sisters, she's too focused on keeping her family's campground running in the wake of a devastating tragedy to even think about romance. When Kim Jefferies shows up at the local small town bar looking like a lesbian snack on a stick, Emily writes her off as yet another tourist just passing through—no matter how much the butterflies in her stomach try to tell her otherwise. Only Kim's plans of 'passing through' fade the second she sees Emily Rivers, despite the fact that the whole point of her soul-searching journey was to stop falling for random women in bars who only lead her to heartbreak. The last thing they're looking for is a love story, but with the help of some conniving sisters, an interfering bartender, and the magic of the great outdoors, that might be exactly what Kim and Emily are going to get.Show book
