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In 1119, nine penniless knights kneel before the King of Jerusalem with an audacious proposal: let them protect Christian pilgrims on the deadly roads of the Holy Land. What begins as a desperate act of faith becomes the most powerful financial empire the medieval world has ever seen. Through the fictional chronicle of Heinrich von Eberbach, a Templar scribe who witnesses the Order's rise and ruin, this novel traces the full arc of the Knights Templar — from beggars in borrowed armor to the world's first multinational bankers.

What if a few quiet moments could help you feel calmer, more grateful, and deeply at peace? Discover the power of reflection and gratitude with Moments of Peace and Gratitude: 2-in-1 Collection of Reflections and Stories that Inspire Calm, Thankfulness, and a Deeper Appreciation for Everyday Life. This special edition brings together two complete books in one comforting volume—perfect for unwinding at the end of the day, starting your morning with mindfulness, or finding comfort during life’s quieter moments.

After six defeats, the Silver Vultures need a new angle. Arabelle suggests they take an enhancement drug to give them an edge. Everyone takes it, but Lilly. At first, the girls gain a few inches, but then their bodies go haywire, growing disproportionately. Lilly eventually gives in, wanting the same court-side success as her team. But Lilly gets addicted, and what was supposed to be a simple edge against the other teams, has spiraled into something far more dangerous.

While overseeing the acquisition of his company, Scott realizes the ladies from Obsidian Enterprises are rather unique. After a strange interview, employees are left feeling aroused... and a little bit smaller. Now, it's a race against time as everyone wrestles with their urges... and the fact that they're growing smaller.

While Reid is away on a trip, Ethan think she can break into the house he shares with his giantess wife, Paisley, and make off with a fortune. But she knows the moment he enters the house and waits to spring a trap on him. Now, she's going to scare Ethan so badly that he'll never rob again... Contains: (Giantess at 250 feet, no violence, only implied)

The last time witchy car mechanic Victoria Fox did magic, she nearly blew up half a street. Oops. No more magic for her, but is a witch who doesn’t do magic still a witch? Well, she does have a kitty familiar named Professor Studmuffin Salvitore III. She also has a knack for inviting magical trouble to her shop’s doorstep.

One academy prepares the lucky descendants of Greek gods for a life of power and privilege. Another must teach the descendants of mythical monsters how to serve their betters. When the Greek gods mysteriously woke up twenty years ago, everyone with divine blood gained magic. Everyone dreams of that rare, sacred invite to the Olympian Academy. A small-town, awkward klutz like me has no chance of an invite. I can only hope to escape working in my grandmother's dusty convenience store after graduation.

After recovering from the effects of a Core shard taking over her mind, Sandra had developed a way to bond with nearby Dungeon Cores, “pacifying” them in the process. Consistent culling of the Monsters within their dungeons would still be required, but no longer would the surrounding areas be dangerous with wandering Monsters sent out by those Cores. Accomplishing all of that will inevitably lead to a greater responsibility that Sandra wouldn’t be able to handle on her own. Fortunately, the surrounding races are more than willing to step up.

Melanie has always been attracted to assertive, dominant, alpha males. She has always been curious about sadism and masochism, bondage, and submission, but when she meets a man on an online BDSM website, who calls himself SLAVEMASTER, she will experience a level of sadomasochism that goes far beyond safe, sane, and consensual.

Abracadabra is one of the most famous magical words in human history—spoken for centuries in rituals of healing, protection, and mystery. But few listeners realize that this legendary incantation has deep roots in the ancient Aramaic world, where sacred language, mysticism, and divine names shaped the earliest foundations of Western magic.

“Judith Butler Dictionary” is an essential guide to one of the most influential thinkers of our time. Bringing together Butler’s most frequently used words and concepts—from gender and performativity to precarity, queer, assemblies, and vulnerability—this volume offers clear definitions accompanied by carefully selected quotations from her major works. Designed for students, researchers, and general listeners alike, the dictionary serves as both an introduction to Butler’s complex thought and a reference tool for deeper study.

In Abracadabra: The Complete Guide to Chaldean Magic Words, you will step into the forgotten world of Chaldean mysticism, where language was not merely communication, but a tool of power—a sacred force capable of shaping reality itself.

Deborah is back with a new client!

Will comes from one of the wealthiest families in the world, When his family's enemies want him dead, Will's father employs Big Gal Security to look after him. Now, Will is living with Deb in her home, and it turns out the two of them really like each other. Maybe witness protection might not be so bad...

"Finding Love After Divorce" by VentureNest Books is a supportive guide for divorced women seeking to rediscover romance and joy after a challenging life transition. This resource addresses common fears and uncertainties faced after a marriage ends, helping listeners navigate their emotions and re-enter the dating scene with confidence.

Savannah, 1854. Throughout the city's elegant streets, stirrings of the Civil War are taking hold. For three families, the Brownings, the Mackays, and the Stileses, the war has already begun within their hearts, drawing battle lines where once there was love. Mark Browning's unwavering faith in the Union sparks a battle of conscience that threatens all that he holds dear . . . and challenges the loyalty of his headstrong daughter, Natalie. The elderly Mackay matriarch, Miss Eliza, is Mark's only ally in a city divided within itself.

Are you ready to join the revolution that’s transforming sports betting? How to Start Sports Betting with AI is the ultimate step-by-step guide that bridges the gap between advanced data science and practical betting strategies—designed for beginners and experienced bettors alike.

The most dangerous lie is the one everyone agrees to believe. Mara Tucker is a CIA handler trained to control chaos—filtering truth, managing assets, and shaping outcomes in the shadows of an escalating information war, where the speed of information exceeds the speed of verification.

There's been a murder at Belle's Cove Public Library. Except it's Sunday. The library is closed! That's never stopped the baddies in Belle's Cove before though. This purr-ticular case is Victoria's first locked-room mystery and involves more cat hair than she ever expected.

In a busy world, it’s easy to let the small, meaningful moments slip by unnoticed. The Thankful Hours invites you to slow down, look closer, and remember the people, places, and experiences that shape a life. Inside, you’ll find 40 heartwarming short stories that celebrate the connections, kindnesses, and quiet joys that often go unspoken. Each story is a window into a moment worth holding onto, from unexpected conversations with strangers, to cherished family traditions, to the places that feel like home the instant you step inside.

Shortly after her arrival at Brooklyn North Homicide, Detective Kim Brady is assigned a seven-month-old rape and murder of a 14-year-old girl. While the initial investigation focused on a teen suspect, DNA evidence, as well as the killer's signature, establishes that the killer was also responsible for several older crimes, including the 1963 case Kim's grandfather was working when he was killed. She is chasing a killer who's been on the loose for fifty-five years.