In a world where computers, cell phones, and distractions are commonplace, it takes only seven seconds for a child to disappear and a family’s life to be destroyed. “From the ashes of the unworthy, we shall rise” is the Phoenix Syndicate’s motto. Dive deep into the abyss of selling drugs, human organs, and designer babies to the highest bidder. This is the fate of one Chloe Rodriguez, a young girl whose life hangs in the balance. As she was abducted from her local supermarket, it falls to Leslie Parker, a young detective in the Atlanta Police Department, to find and save her before she is consumed by the flames of the Phoenix. How far will Leslie have to go to save her, and who will be waiting in the darkness to stop the young detective?
Two young buckaroos wake up, sneak past the sheriff (Mom), and head outside, using Spanish words as they go. "Ándale! Hurry!" they cry. They enjoy chases, lasso games, and lots of dirt--but will the sheriff be able to round them up at the end of the day? Includes a glossary of Spanish words.
Love and marriage for Barton and Elise Barre began in the oilfields of Texas. With Barts innovative drill designs, financial backing from friends, and a hearty appetite for making money, the Barre Oil Drilling and Engineering (BODE) office has now moved to Austin Texas. With his beautiful and talented wife, Elise, Bart feels he is fast gaining his dreamto be a wealthy oil baron. Elise keeps everything running like a well-oiled machine, as a wife, mother and business partner in BODE. This keeps Bart happy and his happiness is hers. Together, they often have times of intense love and a good partnership. As Barts lucky star, Elise helps to build his dream. During the days which seem wonderful, enters the fateful snake creeping into their idyllic garden of bliss. Perhaps it is the La Barre family curse wreaking havoc with friends, family, and business partners. Barton and Elise are separated for a time which begins the tragedy of the summer of 1950. Each try to gain back that magical momentum they had before everything fell apart. This is part one of the fourth book of the multi-generational La Barre family saga, Sparrow Wars in the Garden of Bliss. Readers acclaim for the La Barre Family Saga series: Prelude to War-[Barton Barre] He is by far the most refreshing character here: unruly, gutsy and disgusted with his family.Kirkus Reviews Legends of War- The book has drawn me forward with anticipation and reward. A good read. Thank you so much. ReaderJRF, London, England The Road Home- Charming. Real. Cultured Elise is beautiful and Barton is a rogue and driven obsessively to succeed. He quickly puts his war-time heroics to the side to attain all he desires. Reader S.
Cheerful and energetic Cowgirl is determined to help Momma whenever and wherever she can, but her efforts often backfire, and it's Momma who helps Cowgirl, letting her know that trying is just as important as helping. Full color.
A girl and her dog are happier than two buttons on a new shirt―until her new baby brother shows up. A rip-roarin' sibling tale perfect for story time! Rodeo Red and her hound Rusty are happier than two buttons on a new shirt—until Sideswiping Slim shows up. Red is sure that anyone who hollers that much will be hauled to the edge of town and told to skedaddle, but her parents seem smitten with the new addition to the family. So when that scallywag sets his eye on Rusty, Rodeo Red had better figure out a way to save her best friend in the whole world. Can a cowgirl make a bargain with a varmint? Author Maripat Perkins pairs Old West lingo with big laughs to tell this laugh-out-loud sibling story. Adorable illustrations by Caldecott Honor winner Molly Idle add to the fun.
"I Bought a Little City [is] a take on the role that a writer has in writing a story - playing god, in a certain way." Donald Antrim, novelist. 'Got a little city, ain't it pretty'. Galveston, Texas, has been bought. It suits its new owner just fine. So he starts to change it. He creates a new residential area in the shape of a Mona Lisa jigsaw puzzle, shoots six thousand dogs, and reminds those who complain that he controls the jail, the police and the local chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union. But, playing God has its limitations, which he soon discovers when he starts to covet Sam Hong's wife. With Donald Barthelme's unmistakeable ability to blend absurdity and the recognisable details of ordinary life, this is an uncanny tale about urban planning, capitalism and God.
As the National Park Service marks its 100th birthday in 2016, TIME celebrates America’s spectacular, unspoiled natural treasures. Vast in scale at nearly 85 million acres, the park system stretches from Acadia park in Maine to War in the Pacific park on Guam and more than 400 parks in between, visited by 280 million people each year. Highlights of this special edition: * Jewels in the crown: a lavish pictorial tour of the most breathtaking parks, including Yosemite, Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, Glacier and Grand Teton * Founding fathers: the idea of a national park began with Western painter George Catlin and was later embraced by President Teddy Roosevelt after three nights under the stars in Yosemite Valley * A visitor’s guide to the best of the parks and monuments, from the spectacular to the quirky
