Editora: Short Stories
4 hot, bestial, unusual tales! Anal with the alligator/Bangs with buffalo/Pounded by the polar bear/Humped by the hippo
Welcome to the year 2185 where aging has been conquered and people can live forever thanks to the miracle of Gerasone! Take a dose every day and never age again. This story showcases Gramps Ford, At 182 the head of the large Ford family who are all crammed into one apartment and subject to the constant badgering and irrational demands of the oldest Ford. He controls what will happen when he dies and so controls them. Every one of the many members of his extended family yearn for the day when he will take "that Big Trip Up Yonder". Vonnegut is bitingly funny and scary at the same time in this story so buckle up and have fun!Ver livro
Cord Bennett staked his claim in the gold-rich Rio Oro Canyon in 1849 at the dawn of the California Gold Rush. That's when all hell broke loose. What started as a makeshift mining camp is now a full-blown boomtown—fueled by greed, plagued by grifters, and overrun by opportunists of every stripe. As town marshal, Cord has the unenviable job of keeping the peace. Which is easier said than done. Here in Rio Oro City, brawls can break out at any moment—whether it's a ruthless rivalry between competing saloons or an all-out turf war between miners and timberjacks. And when money's at stake, brawls can turn deadly real fast . . . In other words, Cord Bennett has his work cut out for him. His new deputy, a massive Englishman named "Boom Boom" Blackstone, packs his punches with blasting powder. The new church pastor is as handy with his fists as he is with a Bible. And Kat Olmsted, the sister of Cord's sweetheart Glory, is fighting to save her saloon from a hostile takeover. But that's nothing compared to Cord's latest challenge. A mysterious cadre of gunmen have arrived in town—and they didn't come for the gold. They came for vengeance. Cold, calculating, and cutthroat, they were hired for one reason and one reason only: To kill Cord Bennett . . .Ver livro
A dying planet. A lost princess. A warrior who will tear the universe apart to find her. In the perilous underground depths and desolate crimson wastelands of Barsoom, John Carter of Earth is running out of time. His beloved wife, Dejah Thoris, Princess of Helium, has been sealed within the impenetrable Temple of the Sun, imprisoned alongside sworn enemies and a ticking clock of survival. To save her, Carter must navigate the treacherous Valley of Dor, battle ferocious alien predators, and infiltrate the darkest strongholds of the sinister Holy Therns. With his loyal Martian hound Woola at his side, Carter plunges into the shadows of the unknown, racing against time, ancient traps, and heavily armed legions of the First Born. The fate of a world hinges on his blade. Why you will love this: If you crave classic Science Fiction, heart-pounding planetary romance, and pulse-raising action and adventure, this iconic novel delivers on every front. From gripping sword-and-planet battles to sweeping space opera elements, fans of epic fantasy, military sci-fi, and heroic tales of intergalactic wars will find themselves utterly immersed in this legendary journey across Mars. Edgar Rice Burroughs was an American literary pioneer who shaped 20th-century speculative fiction. As the legendary creator of Tarzan and John Carter, his imaginative storytelling laid the groundwork for modern science fiction, inspiring generations of writers, filmmakers, and dreamers.Ver livro
A devoted sister attempts to check her sibling's scandalous behavior in the world of British high society. A delightful comedy of Anglo-American manners and a fascinating glimpse of late Victorian London. Summary by Deborah PercyVer livro
The only place to hide could be behind the truth. No one can lie to Louisa Cobb. It's her gift. Her curse. Unfortunately, her stepfather forces her to use it to help him gain the upper hand in business. Comfortable in her luxurious lifestyle and high society position, she hasn't minded. Until now. Louisa wants nothing to do with her newest assignment, Patrick O'Connell, the Irish tinkerer and scoundrel who stole a kiss—and her heart—years ago . Problem is, if she betrays her stepfather and sets Patrick free, she'll be cut off without a penny to her name. Patrick knows he is captured because he invented a device to stabilize and direct the mysterious Eros Element. It's also why he can't lie, especially while looking into Louisa's sky-blue eyes. If he fails to recreate the device for Cobb, his closest friends' happiness will be at risk. Back in Boston, Patrick stalls for time while Louisa uncovers secrets of her tragic past. It forces the two of them to engage in a treacherous dance on the edge of love and danger. A tango where one wrong step could condemn them both to everlasting heartache—and unleash an unimaginably powerful force that could destroy their world. Aether Rising is the fourth book in the Aether Psychics, a thrilling steampunk series with puzzling mysteries and elements of romance, and can be read as a standalone novel. If you like historical mysteries, sweet romance, and clever heroines, then you'll love Cecilia Dominic's Aether Psychics series. Buy Aether Rising to begin or continue this addictive and charming steampunk series today!Ver livro
Past trauma can be a beast to overcome, but Jessica Monroe has proven time and time again that she’s up for the challenge. Every hurdle thrown her way, she finds a way to conquer it and keep moving. After landing a successful career, she’s ready to settle down. However, it seems that love is missing in action where she’s concerned. It doesn’t help that she’s slow to express her feelings for fear of being hurt. Trying to overcome the hurt of a failed relationship has left her vulnerable, something she’s usually able to mask. When she runs into a friend from school, she’s reminded of how close they used to be and longs for that closeness once again. Brixton Lewis has been intentional about everything in life. He’s a business owner and knows exactly where his life is headed until he gets the call that his dad has passed away. He makes the decision to go home and take over the family farm. That responsibility comes with a lot of unknowns. One of those unknown responsibilities presents itself and leaves him in a state of depression and despair. However, running into Jessica has changed everything. She’s the one that got away. Brixton is more than determined not to let her get away again. When Jessica and Brixton see each other, their excitement can’t be hidden. They immediately try to pick up where they left off, although their personalities are somewhat different as adults. However, adversity rears its ugly head and threatens to ruin everything. Can the two of them focus on the possibilities instead of the problems and make a lasting relationship out of their reconnection?Ver livro
