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  I Hate Christmas

  Susan Marlowe

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  Lucy Peckham has one big problem--Christmas! Every December 25th brings Lucy the gift of pain, illness, or embarrassment of one sort or another. Steve Andrews was there to bare witness to Lucy's first humiliating Christmas back when they were both children together. Now, that they're adults will the tides finally turn for Lucy, or will this be her worst Christmas ever?

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  The Tale of Genji

  Murasaki Shikibu

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  "Step into the 'Shining' world of the imperial court, where every sleeve-tuck and poem holds the power of life and death."
  
  The Tale of Genji follows the life and loves of Hikaru Genji, the "Shining Prince," the gifted and breathtakingly handsome son of an emperor. Relegated to commoner status for political reasons, Genji navigates the rigid hierarchies and delicate social rituals of the Heian court. The story spans decades, tracing Genji's numerous romantic entanglements, his rise and fall in political favor, and the lives of the women who love him. But beneath the silk robes and moonlit gardens lies a profound meditation on the fleeting nature of life, the weight of karma, and the bittersweet beauty of human connection.
  
  The Aesthetic of "Mono no Aware": Murasaki Shikibu's writing is defined by the concept of mono no aware—a "pathos of things" or a deep sensitivity to the impermanence of the world. Through descriptions of changing seasons, fading blossoms, and the melancholy of the dawn, she captures the delicate sadness of a world that is as beautiful as it is transient.
  
  A Psychological Pioneer: Centuries before the modern psychological novel, Lady Murasaki explored the inner lives of her characters with startling depth. She portrays the complex emotions of women living in a polygamous society—their jealousies, their griefs, and their quiet triumphs—making them feel remarkably contemporary.
  
  Why It Endures: With over 400 characters and 54 chapters, The Tale of Genji is a literary universe unto itself. It is a foundational text of Japanese identity, influencing everything from Noh theater and Ukiyo-e art to modern manga and film. To read Genji is to experience the birth of prose fiction at its most sophisticated.
  
  Experience the elegance of the Shining Prince. Purchase "The Tale of Genji" today.

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  A Memory’s Web - A Conspiracy...

  Chris Witt

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  Dig into the Fragments of a Lost Identity 
  Step into the gripping world of A Memory's Web: A Conspiracy Unveiled by best-selling author Chris Witt, where identity, betrayal, and danger collide. Waking up with no memory, a mysterious injury, and an unfamiliar name, the protagonist is thrust into a high-stakes journey to uncover his past. 
  From shadowy figures trailing his every move to a secret tied to an enigmatic drug called "Dollys," the protagonist must navigate a perilous web of deceit, crime, and conspiracy. As fragments of his life resurface, he discovers the chilling truth—he's been branded a traitor, and everyone wants him silenced. 
  The Blurred Lines Between Friends and Enemies 
  "A Memory's Web," a mystery-thriller novel, takes you on a roller coaster ride as the protagonist's troubled present and sinful past collide. In this psychological thriller, face the demons within and without, and don't give up on the quest for the truth —no matter how harrowing the cost. Prepare for a journey that will challenge your perceptions and keep you on the edge of your seat until the final revelation. 
  Why Listen to A Memory's Web? 
  Lingering Suspense: This suspense thriller will leave you with questions long after the final page. 
  Unpredictable Twists: Every twist and turn of the crime fiction is designed to keep you on edge, challenging your perceptions and expectations. 
  Relentless Action: As the action and adventure story unfolds, it draws you into a web of intrigue where nothing is as it seems. 
  Blurred Boundaries: As you dive deeper into this dark mystery novel, the boundaries between reality and illusion blur, leaving you to question who can be trusted and the true motives behind the unfolding events.

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  Melody Harbor - Book 2 - Rhythms...

  Richard Weirich

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  Melody Harbor: Rhythms of Redemption takes readers on a thrilling ride as Sophie Martin and Eddie Morrison's relationship is put to the test. When Sophie learns her estranged father might be in danger in Argentina, the couple embarks on a perilous journey to find him.Their search leads them to a secretive compound in the Andes, where they must outsmart the mysterious Dr. Franko to rescue Sophie's father. As they face danger at every turn, Sophie and Eddie's bond grows stronger. Eddie's loyalty shines through, while Sophie finds the courage to confront her past.Back in Melody Harbor, the couple grapples with the fallout from their adventure. They work to heal old wounds within Sophie's family while navigating their own relationship's new dynamics.This second installment in the Melody Harbor series blends romance with adventure, showing how love can flourish even in the most challenging circumstances. Sophie and Eddie's story proves that a solid partnership can weather any storm, whether in the mountains of Argentina or the familiar streets of their coastal town.

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  Bane of the Dead

  Jacob Holo

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  COULD YOU BETRAY YOUR ALLIES TO SAVE YOUR GALAXY?In a galactic civilization ruled by the honored dead, seraphs are the ultimate weapons. Genetically engineered for battle, merged with futuristic technology, and fueled by the pilot’s very soul, these colossal humanoid mecha are unstoppable in war.Jack Donolon is the most powerful pilot in existence, a hero of Planet Earth with a mind fractured by his seraph. On the far side of the galaxy, he uncovers a terrible truth about the seraphs and their pilots. Now he must return on a mission no one will understand, to face and kill the soldiers who once called him friend and comrade.But the death he will bring is insignificant next to the destruction that will follow, should he fail ...An epic space opera adventure for anyone who’s ever wanted to pilot a giant robot!

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  My Brother's Wife - Exhibitionist

  Matt Coolomon, S.H. Madonna

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  I guess I have a thing for married women. There’s something about the fact that they’re off limits. I don’t know if it’s the taboo that makes them so appealing or whether it’s the challenge of getting them to, I don’t know…break their vow I suppose. Sometimes I stop and have a look at the way I’m behaving, and realize I’m being bad. 
  Having said that and admitting it to myself, there’s no way I was going to cross this line with my sister in-law, right? I mean Chloe isn’t just any wife—she’s my little brother’s wife. Yes, she’s amazingly hot and probably more than Eric can handle. And yes, I see the way she looks at me. The way she always has looked at me, and the way she’s started looking around at other men a bit too. 
  I can see how Chloe’s begun to open up even more now that she’s experienced going to a nude beach with our dad’s new girlfriend. I think Margaret’s influence has really opened things up for Chloe, but I have to get this attraction out of my head. 
  She’s my little brother’s wife, and I’ve got to respect that. Right?

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