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The Godchild: a psychological thriller with a shocking twist

by Miranda Rijks


They were just a normal family living normal lives. Then Alicia arrived.


After her own mother mysteriously disappears, seventeen-year-old Alicia turns up on her godmother’s doorstep and asks if she can stay. Carina can’t say no to the godchild she hasn’t seen in over a decade.

And in a way, Alicia is the daughter she always wanted – she’s so smart and driven, definitely scholarship material. Carina is only too happy to help this brilliant young woman achieve her full potential.

But husband Don and children Tegan and Arthur aren’t so sure. There’s something about Alicia… Is she just too good to be true?

Then, out of the blue, sixteen-year-old Tegan is accused of a horrible crime and life for this ordinary family spirals down into chaos.

Does Alicia have anything to do with the terrible secrets that are only now being exposed? Has she set out to destroy this family? Before she can answer these questions, Carina will have to face her own troubled past, stepping out of the light and into a very, very dark place…


The Godchild -the shocking psychological thriller from the best-selling author of The Visitors and Make Her Pay.

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Storm Surge (A Mason Sharpe Thriller Book 6)

by Logan Ryles


The hurricane has passed. But the storm has just begun.


As a massive hurricane rolls toward the Louisiana coast, Army veteran Mason Sharpe is sheltering in Mobile, Alabama. There he meets Jessica and her gifted ten-year-old daughter, Autumn, who are fleeing a different kind of storm – an abusive husband and father with violent tendencies.

When Autumn disappears just as the hurricane is about to make landfall, Jessica is certain that Autumn’s deadbeat dad Randy has taken her. She turns to Mason for help.

Mason follows the trail and discovers that Randy belongs to a violent gang which is heading to New Orleans, right into the teeth of the storm. Their plan – to loot the city while police are fully occupied by the hurricane.

Randy is going with them – and he’s taking Autumn along for the ride.

Mason won’t stand by while an innocent child is forced to endure the horrors of a lawless city on the verge of violent collapse. He’ll face the combined fury of the storm and the gang and do whatever it takes to save Autumn…

…rolling into New Orleans like a hurricane, bringing his own lethal brand of Storm Surge.


Storm Surge - book 6 of the superb Mason Sharpe action thriller series. Perfect for fans of Lee Child, Jason Kasper & David Archer.

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What's Going on With My Family?

by Kelly Bohnhoff


In the intricate tapestry of human existence, a profound and sacred power lies hidden—the power to heal, transcend, and reclaim the divine essence of your True Self. What’s Going on With My Family? A Roadmap to Healing Trauma, Unlocking Your Hidden Power, and Remembering What Is Sacred is your North Star on an extraordinary expedition—a transformative journey that will rewrite the story of your family for generations to come.

Together, we embark on a quest to unravel the deep-seated roots of family trauma, shedding light on the unhealthy patterns that have persisted through countless generations. Drawing inspiration from Joseph Campbell’s The Hero’s Journey, we venture into uncharted territory—a realm of growth, healing, remembrance, and the awakening of your hidden potential—your sacred nature.

Prepare for an odyssey of profound self-discovery and empowerment that will forever reshape your family’s destiny.

Within the pages, you will discover:

• The origins of family trauma and practical steps to end the cycle forever

• Proven practices to transform the Merry-Go-Round of Survival

• A roadmap to navigate from adversity to abundance

• The seven superpowers of family

• The impact of your awakened presence in the world

 

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Madeleine and Jane: Lost and Found in the Sixties

by Emily Fox Gordon


Madeleine and Jane, both in their early twenties, arrive separately in Manhattan in January 1968.


Jane is an aspiring writer seeking adventure, Madeleine, a fragile young woman fleeing an erotic nightmare. They meet by chance and throw in as roommates, first in an East Village tenement and later, through a stroke of dubious luck, in the luxurious uptown apartment of a mysteriously absent woman. Together and apart, Madeleine and Jane encounter the terrors and excitements—muggings, drugs, sexual freedom and experimentation—that burgeoned in the New York of that era. As the two develop a wary friendship, a self-appointed therapist—one of those Nietzschean characters who sprang up like mushrooms in the soil of the sixties—becomes entangled in their lives and, ultimately, divides them.

In 1968, two revolutions were in progress, one political and the other sexual. Neither Madeleine nor Jane has much interest in the protests on the Columbia University campus, but both are caught up in the maelstrom of erotic energy swirling through the country and the world in those heady days. Jane survives a rough initiation into the realities of sex, but in the course of this adventure she makes a moral error that she will regret for the rest of her life. Nevertheless, Jane comes through her New York initiation with her future intact. Madeleine does not.

Sometimes it seems that the sixties never ended, but it was a different time—raw, dismaying, exhilarating. 
Madeleine and Jane brings it back.

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Symphony of the Soul: 8 Tools for Finding Joy After Loss

by Claudia Castillo


Have you ever encountered a devastating experience which left you feeling lost and broken?

In Symphony of the Soul, Claudia C. Castillo shares a remarkable guide that takes you on a

profound journey of transformation after the devastating loss of her son. Uncover the eight powerful tools Claudia discovered, as she triumphs over grief, finds purpose, and becomes the best version of herself.

In this book, you will:

  • Discover simple yet effective techniques to make forgiveness a natural part of your healing process, empowering you to let go and move forward.
  • Unlock the transformative power of nature, and learn how connecting with the natural world can bring you happiness, peace, and a renewed sense of purpose.
  • Harness the incredible strength of mindfulness, and learn to live in the present moment, cultivating inner peace and clarity.
  • Dive into the wisdom of cultivating positive habits and virtues, discovering the keys to lasting happiness and personal growth.
  • Explore the art of visualization made simple, enabling you to manifest your desires and create a future filled with joy and fulfillment.

Symphony of the Soul is an indispensable companion for anyone seeking solace, healing, and a path to personal transformation. Whether you are grappling with grief, addiction, or a general feeling of being stuck, this book will inspire and empower you to reclaim your power, embark on your healing journey, and become the best version of yourself. Don't miss this opportunity to change your life—secure your copy today!

 

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Rehab Chiro Biz: The Proven System to Build and Grow Your Rehab Chiropractic Business

by Justin Rabinowitz


World-Class Business Skills + World-Class Clinical Skills = Rehab Chiropractor

The belief that you must choose between practicing as a rehab chiropractor or making a decent living is built into the culture of the rehab chiropractic community. For years, rehab chiropractors have listened to the wrong people who told them to deliver world-class care and everything else would take care of itself.

This book is the first of its kind, and Justin Rabinowitz—one of the world’s first rehab chiropractors to grow and scale a cash-pay rehab chiropractic practice—shares his exact system for building, growing, and scaling a practice while living a lifestyle most only dream about.

Here’s some of what you will learn in this book:

  1. How to attract patients looking for EXACTLY what you provide.
  2. How to communicate with prospective patients—even when they say all they want is a “quick adjustment”.
  3. How to 10X your profit using an easy system that works every time (so long as you are willing to do it!).
  4. How to create the perfect systems so your practice runs smoothly even when you aren’t there.
  5. How to build a world-class team with true A-players.


Discover the principles behind the most successful rehab chiropractic practices in the world and transform yours into the practice of your dreams while making the money you deserve.

Get your copy today!

 

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BIPOLARIZED: Weathering the Storms of Loving a Bipolar Son

by Lori Long


Have you ever wondered what it must be like to support a loved one with bipolar disorder, while navigating and surviving their highs and lows? Imagine being on a surfboard soaring up and down through the waves, all while being engulfed by a relentless and unpredictable tsunami.

The title Bipolarized captures the essence of the emotional ups and downs, and perfectly describes the experience of navigating life with a bipolar loved one. This is the reality for those who love and support someone with this disorder.

Bipolarized is a raw and poignant memoir that dives deep into the heart of a family living in the constant whirlpool of bipolar disorder. Through the eyes of a devoted mother, this book offers an intimate glimpse into the tumultuous journey of loving a son battling this challenging mental health condition.

Witness the struggles, mishaps, and occasional moments of joy that come with the bipolar disorder. Witness also the unwavering strength of the author’s son and the family’s unyielding commitment to him.

This compelling narrative goes beyond the surface, delving into the resilience and compassion that emerge in the face of adversity. It’s a testament to the power of love and the human spirit, even in the darkest of times.

 

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The Miller's Angel Baby: A Memoir of My Alcoholic Father’s Secret Life

by A. R. Miller


What would you do if faced with devastating losses and buried family secrets?

 

In the shadowy corners of existence, where secrets linger like ghosts, the lives of three remarkable women intertwine, each bound to the same man by love, and haunted by the specter of truth. The Miller's Angel Baby unfurls a compelling narrative, exploring the depths of family ties, resilience, and the transformative power of unearthing hidden truths.

 

Meet Alexis, a woman whose polished exterior conceals a deep yearning for purpose, buried beneath the trappings of a picture-perfect life. As the facade of her existence begins to crumble, fate intervenes, thrusting her into a labyrinth of devastating losses and long-buried secrets. Reluctantly, she embarks on a soul-stirring journey, delving into her father’s mysterious past, unearthing a web of lies that spans generations.

 

In this captivating memoir, Alexis confronts the enigmatic legacy of her family, forging a path through grief, forgiveness, and audacious leaps of faith. With every layer of deception peeled away, she navigates the fragmented truths of her identity, weaving together a new narrative from the improbable threads of her past.

 

In this book, you will learn:

  • Heroine's journey through setbacks: alcoholism, loss, grief, and betrayal.
  • Perseverance and courage to confront fear, and forgive.
  • How to keep the faith through it all.

 

This spellbinding memoir invites you on a journey beyond the veil of reality, where love and tragedy collide, leaving room for the miraculous to unfold. Get a copy now!

 

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The Yawning Gap (The Wanderers Cycle Book 1)

by C.V. Vobh


"Highly recommended for fans of Patrick Rothfuss and Robert Jordan." -BlueInk Review (starred review)

A catastrophe a thousand years ago divided the world into isolated Fragments, eventually driving most of humanity back to a premodern lifestyle. Since then, an unexplained blight has been spreading, and strange and monstrous creatures have arisen in its midst.

Cor, the son of a whisky distiller, doesn't know about any of this. His peaceful little village has been isolated for hundreds of years—until he finds a way out, wandering into another Fragment. It's rather less peaceful. But with the help of Brayleigh—a spritely redhead teen he soon befriends, who is a bit wiser to the ways of the world—maybe our sheltered whisky stillman can survive and, in time, make his way back home.

Celeste has not been so sheltered. Her family was murdered by orks at age 8; she left the Academy at 18 to travel with a merchant caravan; and now, she's the orator for the new leader of the People's Commonwealth. Everything she's dreamt of is finally in reach ... so why does it feel farther away than ever?

Deliad, the Knight-Lord of Norvester—the former kingdom replaced by the Commonwealth—would like nothing better than to confront those responsible with the edge of his halberd, Celeste included. But, with his small band of former knights stuck hiding in remote hills and half-starving, it's looking increasingly unlikely he'll ever get the chance.

Nothing could be further from their minds than the workings of a Warlock a thousand miles away, and his obsessive decade-long pursuit of vengeance. Yet as fragmented as this world is, it's also a small one. Will the hand of vengeance reach them across a thousand miles? ... Or will they, perhaps, reach him first?

"Absolutely stellar. Vobh's prose is a wonder." -Tellest
"Masterfully combines action, romance, politics, adventure, and humor." -Manhattan Book Review (5-star review)
"Wonderful worldbuilding, great characters, and a fresh, unique plot." -Readers' Favorite (5-star review)
"A richly-detailed world, memorable characters, and thrilling battle sequences." -IndieReader (IR-approved review)
Gold Medalist, Global eBook Awards

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Murderous and Desperate Boxed Set: Two Complete Series

by Daniel Scott


Dare to peek into the abyss?

Discover two complete, psychological thriller series that will leave you on the edge of your seat eager to find out how the story ends.

"A Murderous Mind" obliterates the boundaries between good and evil, weaving a tale of psychological suspense that explores the labyrinth of a serial killer’s mind and races along at a whiplash-inducing pace.

Then in “A Desperate Man” follow FBI Agent Allison Moore as she follows a trail of bodies in search of a serial killer. Years ago, Matthew Brand's terror swept the nation, but the FBI acted swiftly, and the world believed the nightmare was over as Brand was caged. Until he wasn’t.

Get two complete trilogies in this boxed set!

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A Murderous Mind

Five relentless years. Not a single kill.

John has constructed a facade of normalcy. From his esteemed corner office with skyline views, to the loving adoration of his wife, daughter, father, and sister, he appears to have it all.

But the gruesome cravings have only been dormant, not extinct. Now, the sinister voice inside his head is resurfacing.

Detective Tremock stumbles upon the newest corpse and an icy dread snakes through him. The signature is undeniable. This cold case has never really been forgotten, lying in wait like a predator in the shadows. To many, Tremock's dedication might seem obsessive. His marriage has crumbled, his retirement elusive, his future prospects diminishing - all a consequence of his fixation on the murders. He always knew the monster would return. And now, it has.

John's already tenuous grip on reality is shattering. With Tremock inching ever closer to the horrifying truth, he stands on the precipice of losing everything. His wife, his children, his life, all hang in the balance. Yet, the voice persists, a relentless echo, "Kill them, John. Kill them all…"

Included in this boxed set:

  1. Hunter
  2. Obsession
  3. Consumed

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A Desperate Man

You can’t cage evil. You have to kill it.

FBI Agent Allison Moore is the Bureau's beacon of hope. Her flawless track record and unyielding determination make her the go-to agent.

Then comes the call. A name whispered in nightmares: Matthew Brand.

Brand's genius once held the promise of revolutionizing science and medicine. But darkness took hold, leading him down a path of gruesome experiments and a quest to play God.

Years ago, Brand's terror swept the nation, but the FBI acted swiftly, and the world believed the nightmare was over as Brand was caged.

They were wrong.

He’s back and leaving a trail of bodies in his wake.

Allison is faster but Brand is faster. Smart, but Brand is smarter.

And now, he's targeting her family.

Can Allison overcome the odds and stop this monstrous genius before her world is shattered forever?

Included in this boxed set:

  1. A Desperate Man
  2. A Desperate Nation
  3. A Desperate World

Click BUY NOW or READ FOR FREE and start these series today!

 

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Day-by-Day Glory Devotional: 100 Days of Sweeping You Up and Away

by Karen Pina


Seeking practical ways for how to turn your life around through the glory of God?


This Day-by-Day Glory Devotional encourages the readers to reflect on God’s incomparable glory and to discover His indisputable power. Karen Pina will take you on an exciting journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth. This powerful devotional book provides concrete ways to live a more meaningful and purposeful life in His glory. Discover and experience the attributes of glorious living through this book!

It’s time for you to shine just like your Heavenly Father. In this devotional, you will learn how to radiate with God’s glory. It only takes 100 days of discipline for God to take you up and away into the intricacies of the glory realm.

In this book, you will learn:

  • The tangible ways to live in and to reflect God's glory daily.
  • The path into the various realms of God's glory.
  • How God defines His glory.
  • How God awakens you in glory.
  • The 12 attributes of glorious living.


This is a must-read for anyone who wants to discover the realms of God’s glory through the scriptures. It is for the one who desires to know the practicalities of God’s glory in real life situations. The book offers insightful reflections on how powerful and life transforming it is to understand the glory of God. It is time to explore His divinity and to live a more glorious life.

To learn more, click ‘Add to Cart’ now!

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Let The Scoreboard Do The Talking: Keys To Victory When Life Tries To Defeat You

by Ron Miller Jr


Are you ready to let the scoreboard of life do the talking?

Victorious players on the court point to the scoreboard when taunted, letting their winning performance speak louder than any remark. In the game of life, the same principle applies - triumph speaks volumes. Are you ready to discover the "Keys to Victory" that will let your life's scoreboard do the talking?

In "Let The Scoreboard Do The Talking" you'll uncover the essential principles that dramatically increase your chances of winning in the game of life. By shifting adversity to your advantage, you can fulfill God's purpose for your life, develop strong character, and serve others wholeheartedly. This book presents you with eight powerful "keys to victory": faith, overcoming fear, preparation, perseverance, confidence, serving, forgiveness, and thankfulness.

Just like sports scoreboards help evaluate and improve performance, this book's life scoreboard will empower you to assess your journey and track your progress. The game of life might not have as clear-cut categories as sports, but these keys to victory will provide the clarity you need to know if you are winning or losing.

Life's scoreboard is the ultimate tool for understanding your God-given purpose and the impact you have on others. Learn to keep score in the most important game you'll ever play - the game of life. Discover how fulfilling your purpose, nurturing good character, and selflessly serving others lead to a victorious life.

Embrace the "Keys to Victory" and embark on a journey of triumph and purpose that will transform your life. Whether you are facing challenges or striving for greater success, this book will equip you with the strategies to win the game of life.

 

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The Wallflower's Midnight Waltz: A Suspenseful Regency Family Saga Historical Romance

by Chronicles of the Westbrook Brides


In a battle between love and revenge, which side will she choose?


American Eva Westbrook has had enough of English aristocrats looking down their snooty noses at her. Among these elite nobles is her neighbor, Peter Hartigan, a notorious rake she believes played a part in her cousin's humiliation a few years ago. Disguised as a mysterious masked woman and seeking reprisal, Eva sneaks into a masquerade ball that Peter is hosting.

As Eva spends more time with Peter, she realizes he may not be the heartless blackguard she thought he was. Despite her growing feelings, Eva remains torn between her hunger to exact revenge and teach him a lesson and her desire for love.

As they dance the midnight waltz, Eva and Peter engage in a dangerous game of deception and desire. Eva struggles to maintain her facade while battling her growing attraction to Peter. Meanwhile, Peter is captivated by the enigmatic woman in his arms and is determined to uncover her true identity.

With her blossoming feelings threatening her plan for vengeance, Eva must decide whether to follow through with her original scheme or take a chance on love. Will Eva's thirst for vengeance consume her, or will she find the strength to forgive and let go of the past to embrace a future with Peter?
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Secrets, Suspense, and Sigh-Worthy Romance
This sweet, wholesome historical romance by a USA Today bestselling author will have you sighing as you escape into the past to cheer Eva and Peter on to their much-deserved happily-ever-after.


If you enjoy reading lovable rogues, enemies to lovers, second chance, class difference, and opposites attract clean historical romances with a pinch of mystery and inspiration, a dash of humor, and soul-searing emotion, then you'll adore Collette Cameron's captivating CHRONICLES OF THE WESTBROOK BRIDES SERIES. Settle into your favorite reading nook with your favorite beverage for a page-turning, entertaining Regency world adventure you can't put down.

Though this book can easily be read as a stand-alone, most readers prefer to read the series in order.

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Little Blue Box: A second chance contemporary romance set in Australia

by Frances Dall'Alba


Regrets, lies, and earth-shattering secrets. When Ella learns the identity of her biological father, nothing will stand in her way. Not even his power. When things don’t go to plan, can one little blue box put Ella and Zane back on the same path? This second-chance contemporary romance is filled with suspense, emotion and a life-changing sizzling romance.



There’s one thing missing in Ella Harvey’s life—her biological father. All she has is a few clues in a little box and a mother not willing to share anything. Add in her impatience and stubbornness and Ella decides to go about finding him herself.

Then there’s Zane. He’s used to barrelling his way through life without too much stress. He has a great family, a new career path and a beloved Ducati motorcycle.

When tasked with searching for Ella’s father, Zane discovers a secret that threatens to unravel their lives.

The attraction between Zane and Ella is flaring up quickly, but all will go up in flames if Zane doesn’t tell Ella what he knows.

Ella finds out the hard way that searching for the truth doesn’t always go to plan. She’ll bundle up Zane’s heart, wrap it up tight and hand it back to him. Problem solved and no one gets hurt.

But Zane won’t give Ella up. To keep the gorgeous Ella by his side, he had to find her father. To keep the woman he’s now fallen in love with, he’ll have to save her mother.

Will the unexpected twist that comes their way be enough for the head-strong Ella and Ducati-loving Zane to find their way back onto the same path?

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The Flaws of Gravity: A fast-paced fae urban fantasy (Gravity's Daughter Book 1)

by Stephanie Caye


The existence of tequila is at stake. Oh, and humanity too.


Half-Faerie Jude’s been playing both sides of a supernatural cold war. While collecting a paycheck from the Consilium for fighting against the Faerie Court, she’s also helping her friend Aubrie search for illicit magic behind their backs. Aubrie wants more than magic, though, and when Jude finds herself pitted violently against her human colleagues on his behalf, he lets her take the fall.

Now she's got enemies everywhere. Before she can cut and run, preferably to a warm, sandy beach somewhere in the vicinity of “The Hell Away from This Mess,” a shady group of Faeries steps in. They want her to steal the spell Aubrie’s searching for, that would give him the power to merge the human and Faerie worlds and control both. In return for Jude's help, the Fae promise her freedom and safe, anonymous passage to her chosen sandy paradise.

There'd better be one hell of an umbrella drink waiting.

The Flaws of Gravity is the action-packed first book in the new urban fantasy series 
Gravity's Daughter. If you like prickly heroines, lovers-to-enemies-to-‘it’s complicated’, and new twists on old faerie lore, then you’ll love Stephanie Caye’s paranormal thrill-ride.

Buy The Flaws of Gravity and dive into this smart, snarky urban fantasy today.

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The Beauty Doctor: A Novel

by Elizabeth Hutchison Bernard


"A fantastic work of historical fiction. If I could have scored it higher than five stars, I would have." –ReaderViews.com

"Beauty is power," Dr. Rome told her. "And with enough power, one can achieve anything."

Straightening noses, trimming eyelids, lifting jowls ... In the year 1907, his revolutionary beauty surgery is considered daring, perhaps dangerous. Still, women want what Dr. Rome promises.

Neither is his young assistant, Abigail Platford, immune to Dr. Rome's persuasive charm. Abigail once dreamed of becoming a doctor, though of a much different sort. That dream ended with her father's tragic death from a medical error for which she holds herself responsible. But Dr. Rome, who proudly displays his medical degree from Johns Hopkins, seems to believe in her. If he were willing to act as her mentor, might there still be a chance to fulfill her dream of someday becoming a doctor serving New York City's poor?

But something feels terribly wrong, as though an insidious evil is closing in. Broken promises, lies, and intrigues abound. The powerful are threatening to destroy the weak, and a doctor's sacred duty hangs in the balance. Abigail no longer knows who to believe; but with Dr. Rome now her mentor and her lover, she desperately wants to trust him.

Even when she discovers that one of their patients has mysteriously disappeared.

From bestselling author Elizabeth Hutchison Bernard, a suspenseful work of historical fiction grounded in the social and moral issues of the Edwardian era in America. Finalist, Eric Hoffer Book Award (2018). Re-edited Second Edition with Author's Preface.

 

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The Inheritance: a psychological thriller with a killer twist

by Kevin Lynch


You can bury the dead. But you can’t bury the past.


Jane’s father was murdered in cold blood at the family home. The killer was never found.

In the years since, Jane has done everything in her power to stay away from that house. To forget the nightmare and get on with her life.

But now she has to go back.

Her mother is ill and Jane must care for her. Her husband Joe goes with her but soon after they arrive at her family home, he begins to act strangely. Adding to her unease, Jane’s brother Dan is openly hostile.

Increasingly unnerved, Jane feels compelled to uncover the secrets of the old house. And discovers that her father may have been killed by someone close to her. Someone who’s been hiding in plain sight all these years.

Now it’s a race against time. Can Jane discover the shocking truth about her father’s death before it’s too late? Can she right the wrongs of the past?

Or will the killer get to her first?


The Inheritance – a gripping psychological thriller that’s guaranteed to keep you turning the pages.

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Semi-Gloss

by Joe Barrett


"Funny as hell, brilliant dialogue, great characters who I just want to hang with forever and an air-tight story-line that thinks of every contingency and plans accordingly." –Tom McCaffrey, bestselling author of The Claire Trilogy

What sucks about waking up next to a dead girl on a Saturday is, more than likely you're gonna miss brunch.

Just ask Sammy Junior-full-time house painter, part-time street artist and, as of Saturday morning, prime suspect in a South Tampa homicide investigation. One more hassle he simply does not need.

Then there's Penny Sullivan, a fifteen-year-old runaway who shows up in South Tampa that same Saturday morning with only her dead sister's street smarts, a whole lot of survivor's guilt, and a Canada backpack.

Misunderstandings lead to Penny joining Sammy's crew, giving her a glimpse of the house painting business-where mind-numbing boredom inspires an acid-trip world of distraction, art and healing relationships.

A funny, fast-paced story about friendship and love, tragedy and redemption, and the always intriguing business of house painting.

 

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A History of the United States for Newcomers

by Charles Serocold


**GOLD WINNER** Nonfiction Book Awards

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Clucked: A Quirky Nautical Tale of Adventure, Misadventure, and Justice Served

by Troy Hollan


Love a good adventure story-one with sweet old dogs and flawed, yet lovable humans? Hate the idea of factory farming and animal abuse? If so, you're gonna love Clucked! Clucked takes the reader, its bereaved Spam-loving protagonist, and one elderly rat terrier on a wild voyage from Corpus Christi Bay to the Sea Islands.

What do you do when you have nothing left to lose? You say goodbye to everything and everyone you'd ever known, pack up your worldly belongings (and an old half-blind dog), cast off your lines and set sail in your tiny sailboat to anywhere else.

Two years ago, Matt lost his wife to an asleep-at-the-wheel truck driver for the corrupt Clawson Chicken Corporation, and most of his savings to a court battle with the aforementioned fowl magnate. Trusting that the ocean will heal his battered psyche, Matt heads out from Corpus Christi Bay in a vintage sloop, trying to out sail bad memories and find a path forward.

As he winds his way east beyond the Gulf, he has adventures (and misadventures), meets a quirky cast of characters, and is dogged at every turn by reminders of the reach of the greedy chicken king, Colonel Clyde Clawson. A close encounter with a coral reef nearly wrecks his boat, a mishap that draws him away from his loosely-charted journey, up the intracoastal waterway, to Bullfrog's Boatyard, and ultimately into the heart of Gullah Geechee country.

Here, Matt meets a beguiling linguistic anthropologist and learns the terrible truth about the Colonel, his secret lab, and his cannibalistic coterie (the Circle of Tantalus). With environmental abuse running rampant and factory farming taking on a whole new meaning, it will be up to Matt and friends, both old and new, to bring down the greedy Clawson corporation, find justice for its victims and along the way, save a musical dog, and a whole bunch of chickens.

 

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