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Oliver and Claire went to work every morning, crossing the same old bridge. It was a little, dilapidated building that spanned a silent river, but it contained the secret of their love. Years before, when Claire had dropped her book and Oliver had scooped it up with a lovely grin, they had first met on that bridge. The bridge became their meeting spot after that day. Regardless of the weather, they would take a little break to speak, give each other a kind look, and make a commitment to repeating the same process the following day.

Personal finance expert, America’s Money Maven turned go-to holistic lifestyle integrator, and award-winning author Patrice Washington has used her platform The Redefining Wealth Podcast to teach millions that wealth is so much more than money and material possessions.

After a bizarre and disturbing incident at the funeral of matriarch Marian Savage, the McCray and Savage families look forward to a restful and relaxing summer at Beldame, on Alabama's Gulf Coast, where three Victorian houses loom over the shimmering beach. Two of the houses are habitable, while the third is slowly and mysteriously being buried beneath an enormous dune of blindingly white sand. But though long uninhabited, the third house is not empty.

In this thoroughly revised and updated edition of his now classic book, visionary Mark C. Crowley provides the roadmap workplace leaders the world over are seeking: How to most successfully and sustainably inspire and manage other human beings in the post-pandemic era.

More than a millennium after the human race forges an uneasy stalemate against the demonic human-psyche feeders known as the fae, a pain-hungry demon called Calesta declares war on all living beings.

Lt. Charlie Harrison survived the horrors of Rabaul and the midnight battle with the Mizukaze. When he reports to Sabertooth at Pearl, he must contend with a crew that isn't quite welcoming and an officer protecting a dire secret. While underway, the captain reveals the submarine's mission - travel to the Japanese-occupied Philippines, deliver supplies to the Filipino guerillas, and bring American refugees home.

Mission complete, Alpha team enjoys their first chance to breathe and tend to their humanity. But the darkness leaves them alone with their demons - and those who have found love may yet learn that it is fatally incompatible with duty....

She refuses to date him. The daughter of the infamous Rake from the Wind Dragons MC, lawyer Natalie Ward knows all too well the problems that come with getting involved with a biker. That’s not for her—she’ll stick to suits over leather. And nothing will change her mind, especially not a sexy, built-like-a-Greek-god biker that rides for the Knights of Fury, another MC.

The shadows are winning. Quinton is winning. For years, I hunted my mates with unwavering determination, certain they were my enemies. When they broke the bond, and left me shattered and alone on a mountaintop, I vowed to kill them for their betrayal. Then, something changed. They chose me over their allegiance to their alpha. I wanted to save the world from my mates. But can I save my mates from the shadows?

Bedtime tales are more than simply a nightly habit; they are a potent instrument for emotional and developmental growth in children. As the day draws to a conclusion and the world calms down, storytelling becomes a period of quiet where a kid feels connected to the one listening with them. This tranquil atmosphere offers a place for comfort, connection, and exploration. Emotionally, bedtime tales make youngsters feel protected and cherished. It is at this calm time that youngsters typically feel the most open and comfortable, enabling them to share their ideas and emotions openly.

In a world where violence in the name of religion can impact so many other people's lives, it's critical to understand the intersection between religion and violence. What's required is not to see religion as inherently violent but to recognize that the violence associated with religious groups and communities is worth exploring and interrogating. In these 24 lectures, embark on a global, multidisciplinary investigation of religious violence. Delivered with honesty and sensitivity to the diversity of spiritual beliefs, these lectures examine the roots of this phenomenon and guide you toward more informed ways of thinking about it.

Reign Thorn was my best friend turned enemy. But we both know this thing between us is more than just a rivalry. I remember the exact day Reign and I ended our childhood friendship. One terrible accident, and I was to blame. That same year, everything fell apart while my friendship with Reign became a rivalry of epic proportions. He was the boy who held my hand when I lost my mom—the boy who taught me the love of the game. Then suddenly, he was gone, and in his place was a calculating, ruthless opponent, both on and off the ice.

Prepare to excel on the Digital SAT (DSAT) with this immersive audiobook study guide, crafted by the Davidson's for learners seeking flexibility and efficiency. Covering every section of the exam, this guide provides a deep dive into essential SAT topics: algebra, problem-solving, geometry, data analysis, reading comprehension, command of evidence, and grammar. Updated with the latest test questions and detailed explanations, this comprehensive guide aims to bolster your understanding and retention of the material.

The Yoga Sutra is the living source wisdom of the yoga tradition. Using it as a guide, we can unlock the hidden power of yoga, and experience the promise of yoga in our life. The Yoga Sutra is as fresh today as it was 2200 years ago when it was discovered by the sage Patanjali. It is the first practitioner-oriented commentary which is fully grounded in a living tradition. By applying its living wisdom in our practice, we can achieve the purpose of life: lasting fulfillment and ultimate freedom.

Research Station, Siberia. Madison Price would go to the ends of the Earth to be part of archeological history. So, when a team of scientists uncover an ice-preserved Neanderthal, she puts a personal tragedy to the side to exhume the body. But after one of the scientists starts exhibiting strange, violent symptoms, Madison fears their discovery has unleashed a lethal virus. With the remote lab under a panicked lockdown, Madison's dream excavation decays into a waking nightmare.

In the title story of this rich new collection, T.C. Boyle has created so vivid and original a retelling of the story of Victor, the feral boy who was captured running naked through the forests of Napoleonic France, that it becomes not just new, but definitive: yes, this is how it must have been. The tale is by turns magical and moving, a powerful investigation of what it means to be human. There is perhaps no one better than T. C. Boyle at engaging, shocking, and ultimately gratifying his readers.

When the going gets tough, Ella Mae LaFaye bakes pies. So when she catches her husband cheating in New York, she heads back home to Havenwood, Georgia, where she can drown her sorrows in fresh fruit filling and flaky crust. But her pies aren't just delicious. They're having magical effects on the people who eat them, and the public is hungry for more. Discovering her hidden talent for enchantment, Ella Mae makes her own wish come true by opening the Charmed Pie Shoppe.

The possibility of chakra, which has its foundations in antiquated Indian otherworldly practices, represents the body's undetectable yet strong energy habitats. The name "chakra" itself comes from Sanskrit and signifies "wheel" or "circle," meaning the steady progression of energy expected to keep one's body, psyche, and soul as one. The idea of chakras has impacted contemporary energy recuperating, reflection, and comprehensive prosperity exercises regardless of serious areas of strength for having connections to Buddhism and Hinduism.

FBI agent Nick Bracco can't stop a Kurdish terrorist from firing missiles at random homes across the country. The police can't stand watch over every household, so Bracco recruits his cousin, Tommy, to help track down this terrorist. Tommy is in the Mafia. Oh yeah, it gets messy fast.

The Clay family struggle to find a way to stop the corporation before all hope is lost. Daniel Clay and General Fastal launch a secret and dangerous mission to steal the only weapon that can turn the tide. Sarah Clay, surrounded by a faction she can’t trust, must win over the Hidden cabal to infiltrate behind enemy lines. Their son, Michael, fights to survive amidst a sea of refugees and to keep his true identity secret. The ordeal of the human invasion continues. The Clay family are beset by enemies and threats on all sides as they search for a way to save the Tyr…and to save their family.