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Paperback. Condición: New. From Eric Hoffer Award-Winning Author Lindy Miller, comes an uplifting novella about the magic of Christmas, the strength of family, and finding your path where you least expect it. This enchanting and inspirational read will have you both laughing and crying while it warms your heart. This festive Christmas treat is perfect for fans of Trisha Ashley, Jenny Hale, and Sheila Roberts."A delightful holiday read highly recommended for romance readers seeking a blend of life-changing encounters and love." Midwest Book ReviewChristmas isn't fashion editor Roxanne Hudson's style, but when she finds herself snowed in with a handsome stranger, she might just discover the magic of the season after all.Roxanne Hudson does not like the holidays. They come with too many family obligations that take her away from work as a rising fashion editor in New York City. But this Christmas might be Grandma Myrtle's last, and Roxanne's parents want her to spend the holiday at the family cabin in the Green Mountains. So, she decides to brave the long commute-and the wilderness-to spend Christmas in Vermont.After an uncomfortable call from her on-again, off-again ex-boyfriend starts the trip off badly, Roxanne is blindsided by a blizzard on the snowy mountain road, where the last thing she hears before losing consciousness is sleigh bells. When she's rescued by Mark Foster, a handsome park ranger who's the exact opposite of everything she always thought she wanted, Roxanne seeks her grandmother's wisdom and discovers an uncanny connection that could be a sign of what her life is really meant to be."This was the perfect story to put me in the Christmas spirit! If you're looking for the perfect book to get you excited for Christmas, pick this one up!" Katie, NetGalley"This was the cozy winter love story that I want to read and watch all season long." Crystal L, NetGalley"I loved this book! All the coziness and warmth of a Christmas romance, whilst also touching on some important societal issues. The little touches of magic were adorable, and I can just picture this as a Christmas movie!" Sara H, NetGalley.…

Paperback. Condición: New. From the screenwriter of Rescuing Madison and A Lesson in Romance on Hallmark Soon to be a Motion Picture Produced by Oren Kamara/Fade to Black Films, Brian Bird of When Calls the Heart (Hallmark), and Branscombe Richmond. Starring Trevor Donovan and Tiffany Smith After a tough week that includes losing a big job opportunity and being dumped by her long-term boyfriend, Jenna Burke receives word that her beloved Aunt May passed away. Traveling back to her Hawaiian hometown for the reading of the will, Jenna discovers she and her sister have inherited May's dilapidated Victorian home on desirable beachfront land. The sisters can do whatever they want with the property, but there's one catch: the house must be renovated before it can be sold, and Jenna has to oversee the work. Their Aunt even stipulated the contractor for the job-Ben Fletcher-who has a gift for making things beautiful again. He also has another skill: driving Jenna crazy. Jenna vows to sell the property the moment the job is done. But as Aunt May's broken old house starts to feel like home again, Jenna is torn between the life she's been chasing in the city, and the one she'd left behind.…

Paperback. Condición: New. A Middle Grade "Death Note""With great power comes great responsibility." -VoltaireI have great power.That's what she told me. The old fortune-teller at the school carnival.I thought I was doing the right thing . with the magic journal she gave me. But nothing could prepare me for what happened next.Or, for what I unleashed.At a school carnival, a mysterious fortune-teller gives twelve-year-old Angela Ashby a journal and warns her to use it wisely. Nothing prepares Angela for the journal's power-when she pours her heart onto its pages her desires come true.She tests the journal by conjuring a gnome, a unicorn, and a farting fairy and then uses it to stop the school bullies in their tracks. But the unintended consequences alienate her best friend and puts her favorite teacher in danger of losing her job.After she shares her deepest desire of all-that her parents get back together-her adversary steals the journal, and Angela fears she will use it to bring mayhem to the entire school if she doesn't get it back.…

Paperback. Condición: New. In this award-winning book inspired by true events, 7th grade turns out to be anything but normal when teachers announce the students' bloodless revolution succeeded and they are now in charge. After conducting a secret-ballot vote on policy, the 7th graders emerge to find the school evacuated and the FBI lurking outside with the task of unearthing a treasure of national importance.The students' mission is clear-discover the treasure before the FBI locks down the building. To stay one step ahead of the FBI, they must delve into history and amass an arsenal to defend their school . because this is WAR.…

Paperback. Condición: New. The happiest time of the year is also the creepiest.Winter has an even darker and richer lore than Halloween. For centuries, people have feared creatures from ancient legends born of this time of year. Tales such as giant hairy monsters who live in the mountains and will snatch you up and eat you were used to ensure children didn't wander off in the snow and become lost.These were indeed just stories . or were they?This festive feast of fear contains 40 original hand-drawn and inked illustrations from a variety of traditional beliefs and legends from around the world, including British, North American, Nordic, Icelandic, Austrian, and Germanic folklore. Mister Sam Shearon's Creepy Christmas features characters such as Krampus, Grýla, Santa Claws, Rabid Rudolph, the Grimace Tree, the Wendigo, the Snow Bear, the Yule Cat, the Abominable Snowman, and many more. Ready for you to bring to colorful life with fearsome festive cheer, each page is also accompanied with a poem-a guide to these creepy creatures from the season of ice and snow!www.CreepyChristmasColoringBook.com.…

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Paperback. Condición: New. The Fifth and Sixth Amendments to the Constitution of the United States guarantee the right against self-incrimination, the right to remain silent, and the right to counsel. A crime wave swept California in the late 1970s. Several young girls were abducted, raped, and murdered. Michael Dee Mattson was convicted of these crimes and sentenced to death.Law clerk by day, family man by night. In 1982, Jim Potts-a brilliant, idealistic, African American law student-is honored when one of his professors recruits him to assist in writing a death penalty appeal on behalf of a serial killer. Potts discovers a loophole in the case that had somehow been overlooked. One that could not only get Mattson off death row, but once presented to the Supreme Court of California, could release him to rape and murder again. When Potts confides in his pregnant wife, she says if Mattson goes free, their marriage is over. But if Potts quits the case, or withholds information, he violates his duty to client and Constitution and risks his career before it even begins.A moral dilemma with no good way out. To avoid losing his family and releasing pure evil back into the world, Potts must be smarter than his options. He must find a way to keep his family together, fulfill his duties, and keep Mattson behind bars.But can he.…

Paperback. Condición: New. New and exclusive short stories and poems inspired by bad mothers from some of today's fiercest women in horror. Featuring Rachel Harrison, Gwendolyn Kiste, Kristi DeMeester, and Kelsea Yu, edited by Lindy Ryan with a foreword by Sadie "Mother Horror" Hartmann. From mama trauma to smother mother, this all-new women in horror anthology features stories about the scariest monster of them all-our mothers.…

Paperback. Condición: New. Book One in the From Kona with Love series depicting multicultural romance, love, loss, and redemption woven into a family saga set in the beautiful islands of Hawaii. Though connected, each installment can be read as a standalone. After Andrea "Andie" Matthews chooses her career over a marriage proposal and then loses a promotion she worked so hard for, she jumps at the chance to take a break and help run a friend's coffee shop. Alone in Hawaii, Andie befriends the staff and quickly grows to care for them, making her determined to revive the company. As luck would have it, she meets the mysterious Warren Yates on Christmas Eve. They share a cup of coffee, some conversation, and even a moment, which leads to many more in the coming weeks. But when Andie learns who Warren really is-and what he actually wants-she is torn between her feelings and his deception. Will Warren be able to win her heart back.…

Paperback. Condición: New. The From Kona with Love series depicts multicultural romance, love, loss, and redemption woven into a family saga, set in the beautiful islands of Hawaii. Though interconnected, each installment can be read as a standalone.When Maele Moana is paired up with Adam Yates to walk down the aisle together at her friend Andie's wedding, it isn't exactly a perfect match. Maele is the daughter of a plantation worker, and Adam is the son of one of the richest men in Oahu. Their worlds couldn't be more different. But they have one thing in common. Big Dreams. Dreams that will take Maele back to Kauai while Adam pursues an incredible opportunity in Los Angeles.Adam wants to be in her life, and slowly, Maele lets him in. He inspires her to face her fears, and she restores his faith in redemption. But with love comes sacrifice, and the goals they've worked so hard for may end up tearing them apart.Book Two in the From Kona with Love series is set on the island of Kauai. Where the Sun Rises is a story about overcoming adversity, the promise of young love, and the valor in letting go.…

Paperback. Condición: New. "Elish delivers a fast-paced, entertaining story with appealing characters, a healthy dose of action, and a dash of humor" Publishers WeeklyBorn To . Fight? Ike Rupert Hollingsberry is haunted by the past because complete strangers won't let him forget when his famous father died on the set of The Fighting Dragons, a cult favorite that still has people talking. But when he's attacked by a large locust, like the one that killed his dad, Ike is helped by the geekiest nerd of all, Elmira Hand. Killing the giant locust was only the beginning of the surprises in store for Ike as he is whisked away from New York City to an isolated Florida compound to assume his role as the next in line to lead the Royal Order of the Fighting Dragons-that are NOT supposed to exist-and learns his dad's death was a cover-up for a far greater purpose . ". destined to be a kid-pleasing classic. Readers will be captivated as Ike is drawn into the mysterious and dangerous world . I dare any fan of Harry Potter, Roald Dahl, Wonder Woman, Superman-any rollicking adventure story-to pick up The Royal Order of Fighting Dragons and not get hooked. Deborah Heiligman, Award-winning author of Vincent and Theo.…

Paperback. Condición: New. From USA TODAY Bestselling Author Dorothy Dreyer, comes a beautiful story about the magic of Christmas, the strength of family and friends, and falling in love when you least expect it-all with the help of a team of Alaskan Malamutes. This gorgeous, feel-good Christmas treat is perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber, Jenny Hale, and Sheila Roberts."Romance readers who enjoy Hallmark-style stories of unexpected love will relish the down-home feel and evolving tale of Holly and Nick." Midwest Book ReviewHolly St. Ives is in a rut. Once a celebrated artist making waves in New York City, she finds herself uninspired and unmotivated. Her recent break-up is the last push she needs to spend Christmas alone in the small mountain cabin her father left her in his will-a family getaway she hasn't visited in years. After a near accident in Silverwood, she meets Nick Mason, whom she learns is responsible for everything in the small town running like clockwork-including the upcoming Christmas festival and the town's entry in the state-wide tree decorating contest. Holly doesn't have time for Nick's beguiling charm or mouth-watering holiday cupcakes, but after meeting his father, she discovers there's more to the town's obsession with the contest than meets the eye. Touched by the prospect that the whole town is willing to pitch in for a good cause, Holly feels her Christmas spirit making a comeback. As Nick and his team of Alaskan Malamutes work their way into her heart, Holly may just remember the meaning of the season after all.…

Paperback. Condición: New. A showcase of poetry from some of the darkest and most lyrical voices of women in horror. A follow-up to the award-winning poetry showcase Under Her Skin, UNDER HER EYE features the best in never-before-published dark verse and lyrical prose from the voices of Women in Horror, themed on domestic horror and the terror women too often experience in their own homes. Edited by Lindy Ryan and Lee Murray, UNDER HER EYE celebrates women in horror from cover to cover. In addition to poems contributed by over one hundred poets worldwide, the collection features poems from Stephanie M. Wytovich, Jessica McHugh, and Marge Simon, with cover art by noted horror artist Lynne Hansen and an introduction by Bram Stoker Award®-winning poet Sara Tantlinger. This showcase is produced in partnership with The Pixel Project, a global non-profit organization focused on ending violence against women globally.…

Paperback. Condición: New. From international bestselling, award-winning author Mary Ting comes a heartwarming page-turner about the beauty of being with family, second chances, and the magic of Christmas, when anything is possible . A gorgeous and festive island treat for fans of Debbie Macomber, Sheila Roberts, and Jenny Hale."The sweeping island scenery and romance left me feeling refreshed. This was a mini escape!" First for Women MagazineWhen Kaitlyn Chang receives an invitation to spend Christmas with her family on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, she feels it may be the perfect medicine for everything wrong this holiday season. She immediately throws herself into helping her sister's struggling art gallery. She even begins to paint again. It's tempting to just move to Kauai, but she has obligations back in Los Angeles.Life gets complicated when circumstances keep putting her close to Leonardo Medici. Not only is he a local celebrity, he's drop-dead gorgeous. But Kaitlyn can't shake the feeling he's hiding something.Should she believe the rumors that he's romancing half the island's single women?Or is the random sound of wind chimes when he's close-by a sign that an angel is near and the key to her happily ever after?"A journey of romance and self-examination. When the Wind Chimes is highly recommended for women who like their protagonists strong and engaged in creating a new life." Midwest Book Review"I didn't know I needed this book until it landed in my lap. When you need a break from reality and just want to snuggle in with a cup of tea, some romance, and laughs; this book is perfect." Erin, Bookseller at Barnes and Noble"Mary Ting captures the spirit of Christmas in her new romance that promises to leave you in laughs and tears all the while reminding you that those you've lost are never as far as you might think." Tanya Roberts CER Indigo Books, Quebec Canada. …

Paperback. Condición: New. A heartwarming story about finding love when you least expect it, second chances, and how loved ones who have passed away are still with you, no matter where you are. Fans of Debbie Macomber, Susan Mallery, Pamela Kelley, and Jenny Hale will adore this romantic journey of self-discovery and matters of the heart. "The sweeping island scenery and romance left me feeling refreshed. This was a mini escape!" -First for Women Magazine Since Abby became a widow in her mid-twenties, she's spent the past four years raising her son and working long hours at the gallery she owns with her sister in Kauai. She doesn't have time for a social life, nor does she want one. Until the handsome Ian Bordonaro comes back to town. When Abby finds out Ian is grieving the death of his mother, she feels an instant connection. She knows his pain too well, and not many in her life understand what she's been through. Their friendship grows, but a lingering sense of guilt prevents Abby from moving forward. Will she surrender to grief and give up her second chance at happily ever after? Or will finding a rare angelwing shell intact on the beach be a sign it's time to open her heart again.…

Paperback. Condición: New. A contemporary, holiday fantasy with a new twist on A Christmas Carol and It's A Wonderful Life.  For fans of Debbie Macomber, Sheila Roberts, and Fern Michaels. "This heartwarming fantasy updates a favorite Christmas trope as a Scrooge-like woman is given the magical gift of a new perspective on her life. Christmas enthusiasts will find this hits the spot." -Publishers Weekly Abby Nicholson used to love Christmas. Until she didn't. After leaving Winter Glen, the small town famous for its Christmas celebration and her family's greeting card company, Abby is forced to return to the home she left behind when the unexpected passing of her father thrusts the business into her hands. Turning her back on the magic of the holiday beloved by her father and the town, she decides to sell the business. Signing the paperwork with the very pen her father used to create it, she is shocked to discover her hometown has become a whole new world. One where Christmas has vanished! Now stuck in a place devoid of hope, joy, and the spirit of the season, Abby sees family and friends altered in the most terrible of ways. Determined to set things right, though unsure how, Abby takes out her father's pen and begins to draw. When she realizes her art is coming to life, she sets out to recreate the holiday and bring back the most wonderful time of the year. But some are determined to keep an iron grip on the town and will do anything in their power to stop her. "A blend of romance and fantasy in A Christmas Carol style of writing. An outstanding inspirational read for the holidays." -Midwest Book Review.…

Paperback. Condición: New. An uplifting and heartwarming romance about second chances with a ghostly twist and an unusual cat make this enchanting story set in the Smoky Mountains a festive treat any time of year. Fans of Debbie Macomber, Sheila Roberts, and Fern Michaels will enjoy this gorgeous feel-good story."Ghostly occurrences and ancient folklore make this feel like a modern, romantic twist on A Christmas Carol." Library Journal"A woman heals from heartbreak with the help of some unusual strangers in this enjoyable, supernaturally tinged Christmas romance [with] genuine emotion driving the plot . a touch of magic sets this holiday romance apart." Publishers WeeklyCourtney Winston is a writer on a deadline. Eager to finish her book and get over a recent break-up, she ditches Christmas with her family and retreats to a secluded cabin in the Smoky Mountains. Appliances rarely work and cell service is spotty, but Courtney senses there is more to her rustic rental near the abandoned town of Elkmont-something dark and haunting. Then Peter, the attractive mountain lodge owner, and a meddling cook, Mrs. Finn, keep coming around, shattering her peace and offering advice on how to fix her heavy heart. Courtney grows closer to Peter, but Mrs. Finn warns her of his troubled past. Undaunted, Courtney sets out to win him over. But being with the brooding stranger may end up costing her more than she ever imagined. * * * "A blend of holiday inspirational and romance that adopts a more detailed story than most novels in either genre . embracing both holiday spirit and a growth process that begins with pain and prejudice and moves steadily outward into recognizing new opportunities. The result embraces more than its title's promise, making The Christmas Spirit an inspirational story that is much needed and highly recommended year-round." Midwest Book Review "A one-of-a-kind paranormal romance with a good balance between heart-wrenching drama and light comedy. The fast pace is consistent and the suspense is wild, making the book unputdownable. The twist at the end is just priceless. This is one of those books that can be made into a blockbuster movie. The excitement does not change whether it is read around the Christmas season or not." Risah Salazar, Readers' Favorite "A bit of a ghostly "Christmas Carol" story . there is definite substance here. This is more than romance--a fun, memorable read. I hope we see more of this author in the future." Feathered Quill Book Awards Judges' CommentsAWARDS* Gold Medal Winner: Romance-Feathered Quill Book Awards* Recipient of the BestsellersWorld Award for Best Romance-Feathered Quill Book Awards* Romantic Fiction 1st Place Winner-Chatelaine Book Awards* Silver Award Winner in Romance-Kops-Fetherling International Book Awards.…

Paperback. Condición: New. What if everything you've ever heard about Jack the Ripper is wrong?A young woman is brutally murdered in Washington D.C., and the killer leaves behind a calling card connected to some of the most infamous murders in history.Jack the RipperRookie homicide investigator Erin Prince instinctively knows the moment she sees the mutilated body that it's only a matter of time before someone else dies.She and her partner, Todd Beckett, are on the trail of a madman, and a third body sends them in the direction they feared most: a serial killer is walking the streets of D.C.The clock is ticking.Erin must push past her mounting self-doubt in order to unravel a web of secrets filled with drugs, pornography, and a decades-old family skeleton before the next victim is sacrificed.The only way to stop a killer is to beat them at their own game.…

Paperback. Condición: New. A collection of new and exclusive short stories inspired by the Baba Yaga. Featuring Gwendolyn Kiste, Stephanie M. Wytovich, Mercedes M. Yardley, Monique Snyman, Donna Lynch, Lisa Quigley, and R. J. Joseph, with an introduction by Christina Henry.Deep in the dark forest, in a cottage that spins on birds' legs behind a fence topped with human skulls, lives the Baba Yaga. A guardian of the water of life, she lives with her sisters and takes to the skies in a giant mortar and pestle, creating tempests as she goes. Those who come across the Baba Baga may find help, or hinderance, or horror. She is wild, she is woman, she is witch- and these are her tales. Edited by Lindy Ryan, this collection brings together some of today' s leading voices of women-in-horror as they pay tribute to the Baba Yaga, and go Into the Forest. "Perfect for horror fans who can't get enough of folklore and fairy-tale retellings that veer in unexpected directions." - Booklist Starred Review "Fans of folklore retellings will find plenty to enjoy." - Publishers Weekly"The stories in Into the Forest collect the guts and bones of some of the world' s oldest witch tales and refashion them into something new, beautiful, and gruesome." - Foreword Reviews"A powerful literary reflection. Outstanding in its diversity and interpretations, Into the Forest is very highly recommended not just for horror collections, but for libraries strong in women's literature, as well as for reader's book groups who would study the legend and realities of the Baba Yaga folktale as it journeys into the heart and soul of women's experiences and psychology." - Midwest Book Review. …

Paperback. Condición: New. Sixteen-year-old Jamie McGuiness's sister is dead.Sinking into a deep depression, he frequents the lighthouse where her body was discovered, unaware of the sinister forces surrounding him.When an angry spirit latches onto Jamie, he's led down a dark and twisted path, one that uncovers old family secrets, destroying everything Jamie ever believed in.Caught between the world of the living and the vengeful dead, Jamie fights the pull of the other side. It's up to Jamie to settle old scores or no one will rest in peace - but, first, he has to survive. AwardsFinalist-2018 Dragon Awards-Horror.…

Paperback. Condición: New. "Stephen King's It meets Stephenie Meyer's Twilight . in a frightening story of horror and fantasy woven together to create a delectable tale of the macabre . romance and action. Snyman's storytelling will have people lining up for the next book." - School Library JournalSHADOW GROVE IS A PERFECTLY PLEASANT TOWN . Shadow Grove isn't a typical town. Bad things happen here. Children disappear, one after the other, and nobody is doing anything about it. Parents don't grieve, missing posters don't line the streets, and the sheriff seems unconcerned. Seventeen-year-old Rachel Cleary lives on the outskirts of Shadow Grove, next to the creepy forest everyone pretends doesn't exist. Usually the forest is filled with an eerie calm, an unmistakable graveyard solemnity. But the trees have started whispering, forgotten creatures are stirring, and the nights feel darker than ever. Something is stalking the residents of Shadow Grove, changing them into brain-dead caricatures of themselves. It's up to Rachel to stop the devouring of her hometown before all is destroyed and everyone she loves is forever lost."With its boogeyman-like creature based in lesser-known folklore, the novel is unique, as well as creepy and unsettling. The familiar small town atmosphere is imbued with a chilling aura, and the mystery at the heart of the book keeps pages turning. The Night Weaver introduces a world of myth, intrigue, and darkness with considerable technique." - Foreword Reviews "Snyman's creative adoption of English folklore adds a unique twist, and satisfying frights abound. An enjoyable, frenetically paced fantasy." - Publishers Weekly.…

Hardback. Condición: New. How do you survive the worst thing that can ever happen?When thirteen-year-old Katie McCabe's dad gets sick and is hospitalized, she's sent to live with her uncle in a strange town. But within days of arriving, her dad unexpectedly dies.Struggling with her new reality, Katie is lost. She doesn't fit in at her new home and never will.It only gets worse when Katie begins to have run-ins with the son of the man who owns the town- a dangerous man with ties to her family's past.And then one day, she is attacked from behind. Blindfolded and slung across the back of a horse, Katie is taken up into the hills. Dumped in the middle of nowhere in an oncoming storm, she is left to find her way home. But first she has to survive. …

Paperback. Condición: New. Every hour, explosions rock the United States.Without warning of where or when they will occur. Big cities, small towns, and rural back roads. Sinister messages appear on computer screens across America, and that message is clear.No one is safe.- Not disgraced FBI agent Grant, awaiting his call back to the big time;- Not rapper Pal Joey, an international sensation;- Not savvy beauty Caitlin, the ultimate "Sin City" party girl;- Not even Naseem, the would-be martyr who helped plan the attacks.An unhinged mastermind paralyzes a nation, and unlikely heroes must put aside their differences and forge an alliance to stop the attacks before the passing hours bring down a Nation.All roads lead to Las Vegas. Can four people, united only by their hatred of a common enemy stop . Sabotage.…

Paperback. Condición: New. "A thousand half loves must be forsaken to take one whole heart home." Carin Frost doesn't understand what's happening to her. A confident businesswoman, wife, and mother, she begins to resent everything about her life. Nothing makes sense. Nothing makes her feel. Maybe it's the recent loss of her mother in a tragic accident. Or maybe she's just losing her mind. Enter Matias Torres. As their new business partnership thrives, so does their friendship-and his interest in her. Carin is determined to keep her distance, until a work assignment sends them to Southeast Asia where a storm is brewing on the island. In the midst of the chaos, Matias asks her to do something unimaginable, exhilarating, bold. Carin knows the consequences could be dire, but it may be the only way to save herself. An honest look at love and marriage and the frailties of the human heart, this is a story of a woman's loss of self and purpose and the journey she takes to find her way back. "A lyrically written masterpiece of women's fiction that is emotional, raw, and real."  Tarryn Fisher, New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author.…

Paperback. Condición: New. A Nordic thriller in the vein of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo meets Death Wish, in which a female serial killer, who only feels emotion when listening to music, is hell-bent on revenge and must outwit a disgraced detective determined to redeem himself if she is to complete her carefully orchestrated plan and cover up the ultimate secret. ONLY A MONSTER CAN DO THE WRONG THINGS FOR THE RIGHT REASONSDo you remember the first tape or CD you ever bought? Perhaps you waited for the local station to play the top forty songs on a Sunday so you could record your favorite band. Maybe you downloaded a certain track that reminded you of your wedding day or a graduation. Reyna Blackburn remembers. Every single song for every horrific event in her life. She remembers what song was playing on the radio the first time he hurt her. And she remembers what was playing through her headphones the first time she killed.…

Paperback. Condición: New. IT HAS BEEN SEVENTEEN YEARS since the Nine Veils abducted half of the Nenets children and their bonded Huahuqui from Antarctica. Despite years of searching by Jonathan Teller and the NSA, no one has heard from the clandestine organization, or the abductees. KJ Nilsson, the remaining children, and their Huahuqui-collectively known as the Stratum-have grown up in relative safety at Alpha Base in Antarctica. Thanks to the work of Lucy Taylor, now President of the United States, the Stratum are to be recognized as a unique, symbiotic, race and legal citizens of several great nations. But, things do not go as planned when the Nine Veils come out of hiding-with their own army of Huahuqui-determined to become the most elite power on the planet. Now, KJ and the Stratum must prove they deserve their new status by defending the citizens of Earth-against their own kind.Whoever wins, the age of man is over.…

Paperback. Condición: New. The final installment of the Benjamin Franklin Gold-Award-Winning series is here.The days of hiding are over. The battle for supremacy is here. The fate of the rebels is at hand. Ava heads to South Korea to bring down the facility that manufactures the CODE army. But she can't do it alone. She'll have to trust fellow conspirators and put her life on the line. When the South rebel leader searches for missing team members, she's captured and taken to the Korean ISAN base. There, she discovers a secret that could change the course of the war in their favor. After the rebel mountain base is threatened, Ava has no choice but to comply with Korean ISAN demands-or end up killing everyone she loves.…

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Paperback. Condición: New. For a small New England town, Shadow Grove has an uncanny ability to attract the worst kind of trouble. Not that the residents are too concerned about the various horrors living among them.   As the leaves change color and the weather grows colder, a foul presence is making itself known by leaving peculiar gifts for the students of Ridge Crest High. At first, the presents seem harmless-and a rash of accidents seem coincidental-but when seniors Rachel Cleary and her Scottish cousin, Dougal Mackay, find a boneless body in the boiler room, things take an ominous turn.   Something vicious is on the loose in Shadow Grove, but with Orion Nebulius gone, Rachel has little hope of anyone getting out alive.…

Paperback. Condición: New. "A psychological portrait akin to Lord of the Flies." Midwest Book Review SOME TRUTHS ARE BETTER KEPT SECRET.SOME SECRETS ARE BETTER OFF DEAD. ALONG THE BANKS OF THE BOGUE FALAYA RIVER, sits the abandoned St. Francis Seminary. Beneath a canopy of oaks, blocked from prying eyes, the teens of St. Benedict High gather here on Fridays. The rest of the week belongs to school and family-but weekends belong to the river. And the river belongs to Beau Devereaux. The only child of a powerful family, Beau can do no wrong. Star quarterback. Handsome. Charming. The "prince" of St. Benedict is the ultimate catch. He is also a psychopath. A dirty family secret buried for years, Beau's evil grows unchecked. In the shadows of the haunted abbey, he commits unspeakable acts on his victims and ensures their silence with threats and intimidation. Senior year, Beau sets his sights on his girlfriend's headstrong twin sister, Leslie, who hates him. Everything he wants but cannot have, she will be his ultimate prize. As the victim toll mounts, it becomes clear that someone must stop Beau Devereaux. And that someone will pay with their life. * * * "If Gillian Flynn and Bret Easton Ellis had a book baby, it would be River of Ashes." Booktrib "River of Ashes offers an inside look into the mind of a psychopath-a cautionary tale that the scariest monsters are the ones you know but never suspect." Pearry Teo, PhD (Award-Winning Director of The Assent, Executive Producer of Cloud Atlas) "You could practically taste the fear." Laura Hernandez "Nothing can prepare you for what you will find within these pages." Goodreads "The type of cautionary tale that keeps you alive by reminding you that sometimes the biggest horrors aren't the monsters hiding under the bed but the ones hiding in plain sight." The Nerd Daily "Alexandrea Weis is one of the most talented authors around, and in a short time her novels are destined to stand along with authors such as Stephen King, Gillian Flynn, Joyce Carol Oates, and Jeffery Deaver." The Strand Magazine Warning: This book contains rape, violence, and a psychopath's POV, which some readers will find disturbing and might have you looking over your shoulder.…