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Meet Ellie. She's perfectly happy living a quiet life with her husband, Clive. (Well, she does sometimes wonder about the way he talks to her and about all the things she hasn't achieved yet. But she's happy enough.) Meet Dan. He's definitely content - content with his predictable, ordered existence, making harps in his isolated barn on Exmoor. Content being on his own, far away from other people and - crucially - far away from any risk of surprises.

So many reasons I shouldn’t...shall I count them? He’s my client - which should be reason enough to steer clear of Splitter, both because of ethics but also the fact that he’s in legal trouble. So that’s two things right there. Three, he’s the VP of the Savage Saints, a local motorcycle club. And those are just the strikes against him. The fact that I just ended a relationship - and made a big splash in the local news with the divorce - means that I should stay far, far away from relationships. But those eyes, that voice, the way he makes me feel....

Devastated after learning about the secret affair between her fiancé and best friend, Stella leaves her old life behind for a fresh start as an au pair for a family in Ireland. The old manor pairs perfectly with the beautiful Irish countryside where Stella hopes to forget her past and embrace a new future. But the estate’s troubled history and forgotten secrets force Stella to confront hard truths as she faces off against spirits who are less than pleased with her arrival.

Gifted with fire magic from the Goddess Brigid, Aemyra has always known she is destined for more than the life she leads as a blacksmith's daughter. Once a territory built on matriarchal rule and values, Tìr Teine has been without a female heir for a century. Recent kings have abandoned the matriarchy and allowed an oppressive and corrupt religion to infect the land. Raised among the people, Aemyra has felt their struggles and witnessed the decline of the dragons.

Life couldn’t be better. Between running two high profile marketing campaigns, my star is on the rise. As a bonus, I’m excited about them both. After the motorcycle gang shootout, I’m happy to help the city let everyone know how they’re getting tough on crime. The other campaign is for a high end whiskey, which gets me out to stores and meeting people, which is my favorite part of the job. What I don’t expect is to meet BK, a high ranking member in one of the motorcycle clubs involved in the shootout.

The subject of these stories ranges from saints to single mothers, from Depression-era childhoods and poverty to times of great peace and prosperity. Together they serve to remind us of the miracle, faith, transformation, and mystery that live in the spirit of Christmas.

This is a riveting haunted house mystery box set featuring The Guest House Hauntings and The Haunting of Bell Mansion.

Do you walk in a room to organize and find yourself paralyzed and overwhelmed? Do you find yourself spending money on organizing solutions that don’t work? Do you feel like you put in effort but never make any progress? Or maybe you know exactly what you want to do, and yet for some reason, you just can’t get started? Would you like to have less stress to have a more free life? Organizing isn’t easy. But it doesn’t have to be impossible.If you’ve been struggling with organization in your home and in your mind, it doesn’t mean you're lazy or lethargic. It just means it’s time to try working with your brain instead of against it.

The second edition of Testing Treatments has been extensively revised and updated with a thought-provoking chapter on screening, explaining why early diagnosis is not always better. Other new chapters explore how over-regulation of research can work against the best interests of patients and how robust evidence from research can be drawn together to shape the practice of health care in ways that allow treatment decisions to be reached jointly by patients and clinicians.

Liverpool 1940. Alice King stands on the deck of SS Carlisle, waiting to escort a group of children to Canada as overseas evacuees. She is finally doing her bit for the war. In London, as the Blitz bombs rain down and the threat of German invasion looms, Lily Nicholls anxiously counts the days for news of her son and daughter’s safe arrival.

Parakeets are wonderful animals and great pets. Although a big commitment (just like any other type of pet), in my experience, parakeets are some of the most amazing and fulfilling animals to own. Properly raised birds are likely to be immensely kind and compassionate toward you. Having a great relationship with a pet can change your life. To gain a deeper understanding of what it's like to own a parakeet, the following guide outlines 50 pet-owning tips and tricks that will help you offer these amazing little birds the best life possible.

A modern day heiress uses all her wiles to escape Medieval Scotland. Although Nicole Fairburn will one day inherit the estate of one of the richest men in the world, his wealth has forced her to always be on guard. But even her wariness can’t protect her from those closest to her. Although the latest arrival to Dun Ard seems unflustered by time travel, Duncan suspects that the cool young lady is hiding something. At the same time, too much about her seems familiar and entirely enchanting. Unfortunately there is no time to sort out feelings. Enemies from within and without the castle ...

The last escapee arrives, the final highlander meets his match, but time has run out for them both. When falconer Kiaran Mag Raith’s kestrels find an unconscious woman on their morning hunt, he expects that she is for him. But unlike the other women who have become the mates of his clan brothers, her tattoo does not match his. Yet Kiaran dares to hope when he feels his cold heart stir for the first time in his long life. Lillias must take the name that Kiaran bestows on her because she can’t remember her own. Nor does she have any memory of the underworld, the other ladies, or the ...

Fate brought Terrence Montgomery and Tiffany Tate into each other’s lives. They seem like the perfect match. However, they couldn’t have met at a more inopportune time. Terrence is considering divorce from his wife, Patricia, who he’s never truly been in love with, while also struggling with the recent and sudden death of his father. Tiffany just got wind that her ex-fiancé, David, is battling cancer—supposedly. His dying wish is that she’ll give him another chance at love. Her heart wants to be there for him, but will this cost her newfound love with Terrence?

My organized life unravels when my best friend’s brother waltzes back into my life. As a wedding planner, I turn every bride’s dream into a reality. Years ago, my dreams centered around Max. But he left to pursue his music career and never looked back. Now, our careers collide and I‘m stuck working on a destination wedding with him. Being around him reminds me of why I fell for him all those years ago. He brings joy and spontaneity back into my life. Just when my heart is opening to him, Max is offered the chance of a lifetime. Haunted by the past of him leaving before, I fear history...

Mia Lexington is a mother whose life is devoted to caring for her four-year-old son Zane. After her family abandoned her on the heels of her baby's father, Mia vowed to never again allow anyone to make her feel like her parents and Zane's father did. Since that time she's refused to allow any man to get close to her. Alex Douglas is at his niece's swimming lesson when he first meets Mia and her son. He doubts the gorgeous young woman would give him a second thought. He's also hesitant because of their 18-year age gap, but he can't get her out of his mind.

Selena and Marcus Jackson are on the brink of divorce when they are faced with the disappearance of their seven-year-old daughter. The contentious couple turns to Detectives Angelica Glenn and Nick Klein for help. In a small town, the case should be open and shut, but the Jacksons have secrets they aren’t willing to share. Can they make the ultimate sacrifice to bring their daughter home?

Titus Andronicus is believed to be Shakespeare's first tragedy and the revenge play is among the most violent and bloody of his canon. The story tells of a famous Roman general engaged in a cycle of revenge with his opponents. The version is abridged and adapted into plain English. This is a theatrical audio production by a full cast.

Rumors swirl around Dredthorne Hall like snowflakes in a blizzard: the handsome war hero who lives there never sleeps; he never allows women to enter; worst of all, the Hall is haunted. But Meredith Starling will hear none of it. Instead she finds it enchanting. Though prone to accidents and mishaps, Meredith rides by the Hall at every opportunity. For her the rundown manor evokes a grander time. She looks past the broken gate and moss covered statues and sees the imposing facade’s elegant lines and graceful charm. In fact, she is determined to see inside. But Colonel Alistair Thorne ...

When Naomi Kiernan’s husband died, she lost more than her partner: She lost her purpose. Once a talented writer, Naomi can no longer breathe life into the words on the page. After accepting an invitation from her best friend to teach at La Habileté, a prestigious art school, Naomi notices some peculiar behavior from her students. It doesn’t take long for Naomi to uncover the school’s haunting secret, but in doing so, she’ll unearth a past she’s been desperate to keep buried.