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It isn’t often that Kate Daniels and the Beast Lord Curran get to take a break from protecting their pack and enjoy some time for themselves. So when Curran offers Kate a romantic dinner in town, there’s no way she’s going to pass. But their quiet night doesn’t stay quiet for long. The trouble starts with a necromancer dying at a nearby table, continues with bloodthirsty vampires crashing through the windows, and ends with more blood on the walls than any dining establishment needs.

The decision has been made. Jessie has taken the magic, and all the weird that goes with it. Including wings. There's only one problem - she can't figure out how to access them. Through a series of terrible decisions, Jessie realizes she must ask for help. Gargoyle help. But she could've never predicted who answers her call - he's an excellent flier, incredibly patient, and a good trainer. He's also incredibly handsome. And interested. Maybe flying isn't the only thing she needs help with. Maybe she needs help getting back on that saddle, too, emerging into the dating pool.

Edgar does not cheat in flower shows. He might use a magically enhanced serum, but anyone could do that. It's not his fault the other competitors don’t know magic exists! But when the Ivy House crew goes to the pre-show to support him, it becomes clear that someone should've been watching Edgar much more carefully. What he's done is way worse than overgrown flora.

The night is not safe for mortals. Denise MacGregor knows all too well what lurks in the shadows—her best friend is half-vampire Cat Crawfield—and she has already lost more than the average human could bear. But her family’s past is wrapped in secrets and shrouded in darkness—and a demon shape-shifter has marked Denise as prey. Now her survival depends on an immortal who lusts for a taste of her.

Trinity Marrow has lost the battle and her beloved Protector. Even with both demons and Wardens on her side, Trin may not win the war against the Harbinger. Bringing Lucifer back to the world to fight the Harbinger is probably a really, really bad idea, but they’re out of options—and the world’s ultimate fallen angel is the only being powerful enough to impact the outcome. As Trin and Zayne form a new and more dangerous bond and Lucifer unleashes Hell on earth, the apocalypse looms and the world teeters on the end of forever. Win or lose, one thing is certain—nothing will ever be the same.

Scientists estimate that in normal conditions a human being regularly has an average of 30,000 to 40,000 daily thoughts. And according to research, depression is always preceded by repetitive negative thinking and not vice versa, and reducing the number of negative thoughts per day actually reduces both the frequency and intensity of depressive feelings and emotions! These crucial findings constitute the starting point of the seven lessons and seven exercises contained in this beginner's guidebook, designed to help you break the habit of negative thinking now!

FROM HAN KANG, WINNER OF THE 2024 NOBEL PRIZE IN LITERATURE “[Han Kang writes in] intense poetic prose that confronts historical traumas and exposes the fragility of human life.”—from the Nobel Prize citation The internationally bestselling author of The Vegetarian presents a “rare and...

With modern scholarship applied to ancient texts, the NRSVue is designed to help listeners explore the meanings of ancient texts in light of the cultures that produced them with unprecedented readability, accessibility, and inclusivity. The book contains the book of Revelation, from the NRSVue and accompanies the audio edition from The People's Book, narrated by Dr. Shively T. J. Smith.

Destiny Duvalle has it all: money, fame, millions of adoring fans, and loving parents who have managed her music career since she broke into the business at age sixteen. But at twenty-four, Destiny is tired of the hustle and bustle of celebrity life, of constantly being "on", of being international popstar Destiny Duvalle. It's why she's turned down proposals from so many packs—that and her sneaking suspicion that her omega instincts are broken. If she's being honest, Destiny is afraid that without her fame and fortune, her parents will see the real her and find her woefully inadequate.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A new Anne Tyler novel destined to be an instant classic: a socially awkward mother of the bride navigates the days before and after her daughter's wedding. “What a treat.” —Washington Post “Simply exquisite.” —Liane Moriarty “Nobody understands human...

Albert Speer was the man in charge of designing Adolf Hitler’s Third Reich. Yet he was more than just an architect—he was one of Hitler’s closest confidants and a key player in the Nazi war machine. Born into a wealthy German family, Speer’s life was shaped by privilege and ambition. He rose quickly through the ranks of the Nazi Party after impressing Hitler with his grand architectural visions and sharp organizational skills. Before long, he found himself at the heart of the Third Reich, helping to fuel its war effort and shape its image.

Sometimes it's easier to ask for forgiveness than permission. Siberia in April isn't in any tourist guidebook. But that is where Trapp finds himself. It's cold, dark, and the vodka tastes like gasoline. After brawling with half a dozen corrupt Russian cops, he's taken to the infamous penal colony marked on maps as IK-29, but known to inmates as the Black Eagle. The guards are brutes, their prisoners little better than animals. It's hell on earth.

Jessica has magical abilities. Ephram is a former preacher turned vampire. Nikolai is a Russian with the ability to shapeshift into a monstrous creature. After being betrayed by their secret government agency, all three hit the road to stay one step ahead of their pursuers and figure out exactly what happened. As they travel around the globe, they delve deeper into a world of mystery and secrets thousands of years old.

Casanova. Womanizer. Playboy. It has been more than 200 years, but Giacomo Casanova’s name is still a slang word. That name, emblazoned across Europe in the 1700s, is synonymous yet today with a player, someone who seduces a woman, makes a sexual conquest of her, and leaves her. It was once something more than that. Beyond the scams and the scandals, beyond the gambling debts, even beyond the lace ruffles and the powdered wigs, Giacomo Casanova was once something more, someone more. Someone formed by the social customs of the day; molded by the unique experiences of a little boy in Venice; sparked into life by the intelligence, philosophy, adventure, and passion that was Giacomo Casanova.

She wants to do something new with her life, but she may need the dead to help her do it. When Kohelette (“Lettie”) loses her job, she needs a new way to support her family. She also needs to deal with her critical ex-spouse, Ian, who shows up after years of silence wanting to reconnect with their daughter. Emotional and financial pressures mount, and Lettie considers selling the family house, but the ghosts of relatives intervene. They keep reminding her about the family dream of opening a yarn shop in the front room, and she’s realizing she might want to make that dream her own.

Thirteen years in prison. One woman's betrayal. And the truth that could destroy a kingdom. Kurtz Chazir spent thirteen years rotting in a cell for a murder he didn't commit—the assassination of a king he loved. Now free, he's determined to hunt down everyone who conspired against him, starting with Careeanne Nariel, the woman who framed him with a smile and a kiss. But duty calls first. Kurtz must lead his mismatched spy team into Barth, a city cloaked in unnatural darkness, to find a missing land warden and uncover a sinister trafficking ring.

Raised by his single mother, infamous Pirate Queen Sushana O’Cuilin and her crew, Pádraig O’Cuilin continues the fight against slavery and their sworn arch enemy, Queen Elizabeth I. An unlikely duo, a blacksmith and a vagabond, join Grace O’Malley, Irish noblewoman and Sea Queen of Connaught, to overthrow the English crown. With the backing of Spain, an assassination plot is forged, only to backfire in a twist of royal revenge. Forbidden love and betrayal lead to kidnap, torture, murder and execution on both sides of the conflict but a shocking turn of events occurs to even the odds.

Souls fuel the Empire, magic arms the legions, and the end is always coming. The cycle has repeated for millennia: heroes rise, cataclysms are delayed, civilization survives another generation. But every salvation comes at a cost… and the bill is overdue. Syl is a battle-worn Vigil Hunter whose faith in the Empire and in his own revenge begins to fracture after an unexpected act of mercy.

Junie Bounderby is a self-made man. Junie Bounderby has nobody to thank but himself. Junie Bounderby deserves his share of the family fortune. Screw all the doubters and naysayers! Screw his family most of all! With biting and unflinching honesty, this darkly comedic novel dissects American entitlement, the myths we tell ourselves, and the price of refusing to see the truth. Part satire, part psychological thriller, Bounderby's Best Life asks: What happens when a man who believes he's the hero of his own story discovers he might actually be the villain?

Peruvian cuisine is a vibrant tapestry of flavors, textures, and traditions, reflecting centuries of cultural fusion. From the ancient Inca staples of quinoa, potatoes, and maize to the influences of Spanish, Asian, and Andean immigrants, Peru’s culinary heritage is as diverse as its landscapes. Whether it’s the coastal ceviches bursting with citrusy freshness, the famous lomo saltado and the hearty stews, or the delicious sandwiches that are a celebration, Peruvian food tells a story of history, community, and creativity.