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In the early 2000s, a string of abductions rocked the small upstate town of Reine, New York. Only one girl survived: Alex Salerno. The killer, Ken Parsons, was sent away. Life returned to normal. No more girls would have to die. Until another one did. It’s been seven years since Kira Shanks was reported missing and presumed dead. Alex Salerno has been living in New York City, piecemealing paychecks to earn a livable wage, trying to forget those three days locked underground and her affair with Sean Riley, the married detective who rescued her....

Want to get better solutions to your problems? Suffering to understand why things went wrong when you did it all right? The principles of Thinking in Systems will help you with these issues. The manner in which we feel reality has changed significantly. It is not enough to use conventional thinking to understand the world as it functions today. We need to know the elements of system thinking to see beyond mere connections between cause and effect. This audiobook will help you find strategic solutions to every modern and complex issue.

In How to Be a Mysterious Gentleman, Brian P. Clifford lays out a practical, no-nonsense guide for men who want to master the quiet art of charm and build confidence through mystery. This isn’t a pickup artist’s manual or a gimmick-filled script—it’s a real-world approach to cultivating a magnetic presence that starts working from day one. Over thirteen focused chapters, Clifford breaks down how to create intrigue and presence in steps anyone can follow. You’ll learn how to dress with subtle edge—think dark, fitted jackets and one standout detail like a bold watch.

Some stories are all about the crime. These stories are about the maelstrom of what happens afterward. A hard-bitten crew of professional thieves pull of the score of their lives, coming away with millions in cash, enough to change their lives, make new identities, start fresh. But that's when the real trouble begins. In this linked anthology, we follow each member of the crew of culprits after the heist and watch as this perfect score ends up a perfect nightmare.

A scholar, a goblin, and a gnome, among others, pursue the secrets of a vanished ancient race through a wasteland of dark magic in this enthralling fantasy quest adventure. On an Earth that is different from ours, the young scholar Mark Cornwall becomes a target of the Inquisition and, specifically, its most evil and obsessed agent, Beckett. Damned for asking questions, Mark is forced to escape over the border into the Wastelands, a magical realm that is home to all manner of flesh-devouring monsters.

Beginning with the unforgettable title story—a wry and chilling horror tale about cloning and alien invasion that inspired the classic teleplay "The Duplicate Man" from the television series The Outer Limits—Simak propels the listener on a breathtaking journey across the galaxies and into the future. He then enthralls us with the strange chronicle of twin siblings, one tied to the Earth, the other drawn to the stars; imaginings of a volatile reunion of two former enemies who must join forces on Jupiter's moon or face extinction; and the story of a house in the middle of nowhere.

On the heels of a divorce, a mid-list mystery writer returns to his hometown in Central Connecticut and is dragged back into a decades-old unsolved case involving former missing classmates to expose the horrific secrets of a quaint, idyllic New England town. Fusing the modern domestic psychological thriller with popular unsolved mysteries (Girl on the Train meets In Cold Blood), this meta blend of true crime and fiction plays with expectations and perspective before its mind-blowing conclusion.

Do you feel like a hamster in a wheel in the corporate rat race? Are you looking to gain control of your financial future before retirement? Have you heard about the power of real estate investing, but never had the chance to look into it? This book will demystify the entire process and walk you through the best way to grow your portfolio of cash flowing equity, one step at a time and one property at a time.

From medieval robots and Boolean algebra to facial recognition, artificial neural networks, and adversarial patches, this fascinating history takes listeners on a vast tour through the world of artificial intelligence. Award-winning author Clifford A. Pickover explores the historic and current applications of AI in such diverse fields as computing, medicine, popular culture, mythology, and philosophy, and considers the enduring threat to humanity should AI grow out of control. 

Named a Grand Master by the Science Fiction Writers of America, Clifford D. Simak was a preeminent voice during the decades that established science fiction as a genre to be reckoned with. Held in the same esteem as fellow luminaries Isaac Asimov, Robert A. Heinlein, and Ray Bradbury, his novels continue to enthrall today's audiences. And his short fiction is still as gripping and surprising now as when it first entertained an entire generation of fans.

Twelve classic tales of the unknown from the Hugo and Nebula Award-winning author of Way Station.

Everyone yearns to belong, to be part of the "in crowd", but how far are you willing to go to be accepted? In the case of bright, funny, and socially ambitious Evelyn Beegan, the answer is much too far.... At 26, Evelyn is determined to carve her own path in life and free herself from the influence of her social-climbing mother, who propelled her through prep school and onto New York's glamorous Upper East Side. Evelyn has long felt like an outsider to her privileged peers, but when she gets a job at a social network aimed at the elite, she's forced to embrace them.

Serra’s legacy has been distorted. Taking the controversy head-on, this composition aims to bring clarity to Serra’s heritage. Christian Clifford’s passion for the topic and presentation will help the fair-minded see the first saint to be canonized on American soil in a clear and concise way and as one worthy of inviting on one’s own faith journey. Going beyond the standard biography and drawing from many disciplines, the author paints a vivid picture of Serra during his time and through the years. This book is written with Catholic high school students, parents, and religious ...

Fleeing a carnivorous race of alien monsters, the entire surviving human population from 500 years in the future escapes into the present in this thrilling science fiction adventure from one of the golden age greats. Our human descendants from five centuries in the future are coming to visit - all one billion of them - arriving via tunnels through time. Even though the present is merely a stopover and their ultimate destination is the age of the dinosaurs, their arrival has caused a worldwide uproar.

The twentieth century's so-called golden age of science fiction produced many great writers, yet none is greater than Clifford D. Simak, named Grand Master by the Science Fiction Writers of America. His bold visions of and ingenious speculations about humankind's future, always enriched with empathy and a deep understanding of human strengths, foibles, and failings, have stood the test of time, remaining powerful, affecting, and relevant.

Einstein's theory of gravity, as beautiful as it is, seems to be in direct contradiction with another theory he helped create: quantum mechanics. From the explosions of neutron stars and the collisions of black holes to the modern scientific process as a means to seek truth and understanding in the cosmos, this audiobook takes the listener on a journey of learning and discovery that has been 100 years in the making.

Manifestation: Beginner's Guide will teach you how to manifest money, love, abundance, happiness, and success in your life by harnessing the power of your subconscious mind and the laws of the universe.

Wellness Reimagined is your guide to creating a life that reflects your unique goals, values, and needs. Forget the one-size-fits-all wellness plans—this book is about embracing wellness as an ever-evolving, deeply personal journey. Author and wellness coach Erin Clifford invites you to take a break from the chaos of daily life to redefine what wellness truly means to you. Wellness isn’t just the absence of illness; it’s the presence of a vibrant, harmonious life that nurtures your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Jay Porter, the newest employee at NorthEastern Insurance in New Hampshire, is investigating an accident claim when he learns the teenager behind the wheel was arrested for minor drug possession and sentenced to a hardcore behavioral modification center. At the county courthouse, Jay meets Nicki, a young college intern, who tips him off to a possible scandal - first-time juvenile offenders being shipped to private institutions for political kickbacks.

English beauty Amelia met Hanks her freshman year of college in the USA. Their love was fast, fierce, and full of promise - the kind that makes you believe love can conquer all. By the time he graduated, they were married. But by fall, he was playing in the NFL... and they were divorced. A quiet ending to something that never truly felt finished. Years later, Amelia’s life looks completely different. She's in a new city, working her dream job, and newly engaged to a man who spoils her rotten. Hanks feels like another lifetime - until a chance encounter puts him right in front of her again...