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Being an Enforcer is tough. Being an undercover spy for the resistance group, Axiom, is even harder. Not having the people you love know the truth is killer. When fellow Enforcer, Marissa, pursues Finn, he discovers she has the information he's looking for. This leaves him with an impossible choice: stay true to Piper and ruin the mission or betray the girl he loves and save the city.

When Finn, a 16-year-old Enforcer-In-Training, learns that The Wall built to keep citizens safe from The Wild is really a cage, he starts questioning all he's been taught. Maybe animals aren't as dangerous as he's been conditioned to believe. Maybe his rebel parents aren't the bad guys. Maybe he's playing for the wrong team. Finn must choose a side; either way it will cost him. His family, or his future...but neither are as terrifying as what may lurk beyond The Wall.

This podcast is all about preparing to live vibrantly in the third phase of our lives—or supporting the loved ones in our lives who are in that chapter. I want to embrace this season with energy, joy, and purpose, and I hope you do too. Whether you're focused on preparing your home, prioritizing your health, or getting your finances in order, this community is for you. And if you're not yet in the 3rd phase yourself but caring for someone who is? You'll find practical ideas here to help your loved one thrive. Each episode brings you actionable tips and heartfelt conversations about ...

Magic and madness don't always run hand in hand, but there's a reason they call it the Touch. Delaney Green is one of them that don't burn, not that no one ain't never tried. After her mama tried and failed to murder her for pulling on the future like it was a piece of string, Del has spent her whole life in a mental institution for her own safety. And everyone else's. No one wants to see what might happen if she goes cracked. When a dozen young women turn up burned to a crisp, local folks are quick to point the FBI straight at Del.

Welcome back to Christmas Town, Maine! Fans of Hallmark movies set in small towns with quirky characters will enjoy this sweet collection of 5 clean holiday romances featuring a prince and his body double. When Prince Evander of Verdenia embarks on a secret state visit to the U.S., he never imagines being stranded in small, snowy Christmas Town with his royal entourage. But the storm of the century has shut down all roads. And the only rooms left are at the Holly Berry Inn, which is in the process of being renovated. Not exactly royal accommodations. The inn doesn't even have a working ...

Join the author on an exhilarating journey through the vibrant islands of the Caribbean in this captivating volume of his travel series. Explore the rich cultures, stunning landscapes, and unique histories of Panama, Cuba, Guatemala, and other enchanting destinations. With vivid storytelling and insightful observations, this adventure promises to transport you to the heart of the Caribbean, revealing the beauty and diversity of its nations. (Summary by Betty B)

The year is 878. Young King Alfred struggles to regain his West Saxon kingdom from the invading pagan Danes led by Gormr (aka Guthrum, aka Godrum). His kingdom overrun, Alfred joins Gormr's court disguised as a Welsh gleeman. Gormr consults Alfred as a counselor and wizard, but resists Alfred's attempts to convert him. Meanwhile, Alfred learns that his lady and their children are Gormr's prisoners.

Are you a 4- or 5-figure author dreaming of getting to 6 figures? Are you exhausted from trying to write more just to see the same income on your dashboard? Do you feel like you’re stuck on a plateau, looking around for whatever secret door will help you level up your author career? If so, I’ve got good news for you. You, my dear listener, are the author I wrote this for.

Middle-class, mid-career, and Midwestern, 20-something Emily Carpenter walks into a new job that isn't middle anything. In only slightly more time than it takes to get a passport, this brave adventuress finds herself thrust into a world of lavish luxury, corporate hijinks, and personal scandal. Jet-setting around the globe with her sociopathic boss, she discovers the line between right and wrong is generally negotiable, and almost always in a language other than English.

The genesis of Your Personal Power Pyramid is a letter that was written to our son, Jordan, as he commenced from middle school to high school, and the initial transcript was penned to provide Jordan and his two cousins a simple five-component tool to remind them daily what they must do to be successful.

Do you want to make an additional $100,000 this year in your affiliate or box gym? Most gym owners haven't done the math- selling group memberships at $150 - $250 per month, with a sprinkling of personal training or nutrition coaching, just doesn't cut it. When you account for membership churn (attrition), the low-priced volume model is not a mathematically winnable game for 99% of gym owners. You'll never have enough profit to adequately pay employees or other companies to do all the work for you- coaching, training, cleaning, marketing, paid ads, etc. Eventually, you may not want to work ...

In the climax of The Antiarch Trilogy, nothing will stop the Advisor from launching his newest deadly weapon against Axiom. Still undercover as an Enforcer, Finn must lead the rebellion growing inside Antiarch if he has any chance of saving the city.

Earth lies abandoned. When the Makers left for the stars, civilization descended into ruin. Asp, one of the last remaining sentient cities, fights against the ravages of time, but his resources are dwindling. When at last he swallows his pride and seeks the help of the primitive peoples that remain, he learns the true meaning of courage.

Random House presents the audiobook edition of Let Her Fly by Ziauddin Yousafzai, read by Adnan Kapadia and with an introduction read by the author. “Whenever anybody has asked me how Malala became who she is, I have often used the phrase. ‘Ask me not what I did but what I did not do. I did...

Love, often depicted as a whimsical child, embodies the unpredictable nature of human connections. In this thought-provoking series, Edward Carpenter explores the emerging dynamics between the sexes, suggesting that deeper, inner laws may one day guide love when it reaches its full potential. These papers aim to uncover and articulate the shifts in our understanding of love and relationships, hinting at a transformative future in how we relate to one another.

Je m'appelle Ruby Morningstar. Je gère un salon de tatouages à Portland avec ma meilleure amie, j'ai un raton laveur apprivoisé, un ex complètement dingue qui me harcèle, sans oublier ce petit détail... Je suis un démon. Une demi-succube, pour être précise. Ou du moins, c'est ce que j'ai cru pendant les vingt-trois dernières années de ma vie. Mais le jour où un bel inconnu me fait sortir de prison, mon monde se retrouve bouleversé, et soudain, je ne sais plus qui je suis.

The swashbuckling sequel to The Price of Redemption filled to the brim with hauntings, naval battles, and sorcery—perfect for fans of Patrick O’Brian and Naomi Novik’s Temeraire series. Captain Rue Nath is sailing towards what he hopes isn’t his certain doom. As he guides the Redemption...

An old man crawled down the Ozarks from Elsinore to Gideon. He was dying and wanted to find his son. Six-year-old Sybil sat braiding the hair of a doll while the old man yelled his sad story through her window. Spit shot through the gaps of his missing teeth and splattered against the glass. But in rural Missouri, that was no excuse for a lack of hospitality.

For tough tycoon Rick, settling down’s certainly not on the agenda! Chatty assistant Savannah seems doomed to clash with him, but over long working days she grows close to her dour but dishy boss. Rick’s starting to suspect Savannah’s the most precious jewel in the company. Then an unexpected baby bump throws everything off course!

Consider this book your ally as you move deeper into the adventure of creativity. Syncreate is about the synergy of co-creation; it embodies the spirit of collaboration. Think of it as an approach to creative project management that can be used by anyone from students to artists and individuals to organizational teams.