The many vicissitudes in Norah’s story possess an empowering impudence which leads to believe that, despite the prevailing fundamentalism in some countries, the new generation of Muslim women will not be silently crushed and humiliated as were its predecessors. Norah’s undaunted strength and hope for a brighter future are characteristics which somehow prevail in those whose destinies are held captive by perpetrators who use religion and sacred scriptures as an excuse to torment their victims at will. This book recalls some events found in Samia Shariff’s notorious Veil of Fear, published in 2006 by les Éditions JCL, yet Samia Shariff’s daughter, Norah, offers the insightful perspective of a young girl with many qualities. Norah’s Secrets paints a vivid picture of this strong-willed and determined girl who reveals secrets which impact events told in her mother’s book.
An almost 200 year house plus a book of clues equals mystery! What would you do if someone left you a book of clues, an old house with its secrets, and a letter which leads to a treasure hunt? Go sleuthing of course! With seven bedrooms, a den, a dark spooky basement, and a creaky old attic to look for a treasure, who knows what secrets this old house has tucked away in its many hiding places! Ten year old Ossie and eight year old Cody are in for an adventure! Their mystery begins with a mischievous cat covered in flour and ends with the treasure of a lifetime!
New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts deftly blends romance and suspense in this compelling novel of a woman whose career, marriage, and very life are threatened by the truth about her own past. Emma McAvoy may have grown up in the limelight, but some secrets are hidden in a darkness no light can reach. Now on the verge of a successful career, and having fallen in love with the man of her dreams, Emma is looking to the future. Yet it’s the past that is about to catch up with her. For Emma, her childhood had been almost like a rags-to-riches fairy tale—until the tragic night that changed her family forever. But what Emma thinks she knows about that terrible night and the man she’s about to marry is only half the truth. The other half is locked away in the last place she’d ever think to look: her own memories. It’s a mystery a handsome and relentlessly driven homicide detective needs to solve in a case that’s haunted him for years—and a secret someone will kill to keep.
Embark on an unforgettable journey when you visit Horseshoe Home Ranch, where faith, love, and second chances abound. In this heartwarming series of Christian cowboy romance novels by USA Today bestselling author Liz Isaacson, each standalone tale is an invitation to explore the intertwined lives of rugged cowboys and the resilient women who win their hearts. From the rolling ranchlands to the intimate corners of small-town life, these stirring stories are filled with emotional trials, inspirational transformations, and love's redeeming power. Whether it's a chance encounter, a second chance at love, or an unexpected competition, these tales of faith, hope, and love highlight the enduring bonds of community, the healing power of forgiveness, and the irresistible pull of the heart. Fall for a cowboy - or FOUR! - today in this inspirational western romance collection! Journey to Montana for second chance romance, boss-nanny romance, forbidden romance, and friends-to-lovers romance among an awesome ranch setting in four full-length novels from USA Today bestseller and Top 20 Kindle Unlimited All-Star author Liz Isaacson. You'll get FOUR full-length novels, each featuring a sexy-and-sweet cowboy, feel-good romance, and inspirational stories full of heart in this Horseshoe Home Ranch Romance collection. The Redesigned Ranch: The ranch foreman, the fiery new designer he hires, and an old flame that could burn them both… Snowed in With the Cowboy: A healing cowboy, his maid, and the forbidden relationship that begins when they get snowed in together… The Preacher’s Daughter: A billionaire cowboy, an unrequited crush, and a second chance start for these two best friends… The Cowboy and the Nanny: A country music star, his nanny for his niece, and their second chance at true love and family… "Isaacson artfully combines disparate threads in her contemporary Western Christian romance…in her Three Rivers Ranch series." ~BookLife, Publisher's Weekly Inspirational tales of love, faith, and second chances in the heart of Montana. Come fall in love with your next cowboy boyfriend! Read all the books in the bestselling Horseshoe Home Ranch Romance (Christian cowboy romance) series by Liz Isaacson: 1. The Redesigned Ranch 2. Snowed in with the Cowboy 3. The Preacher’s Daughter 4. The Cowboy and the Nanny 5. Right Cowboy, Right Time 6. Second Chance Family 7. The Christmas Cowboy Competition 8. Love at First Cowboy
Embark on an unforgettable journey when you visit Horseshoe Home Ranch, where faith, love, and second chances abound. In this heartwarming series of Christian cowboy romance novels by USA Today bestselling author Liz Isaacson, each standalone tale is an invitation to explore the intertwined lives of rugged cowboys and the resilient women who win their hearts. From the rolling ranchlands to the intimate corners of small-town life, these stirring stories are filled with emotional trials, inspirational transformations, and love's redeeming power. Whether it's a chance encounter, a second chance at love, or an unexpected competition, these tales of faith, hope, and love highlight the enduring bonds of community, the healing power of forgiveness, and the irresistible pull of the heart. A healing cowboy, his maid, and the forbidden relationship that begins when they get snowed in together... Sterling Maughan, once a renowned snowboarder, is in self-imposed exile at his family cabin after a tragic accident stole his career. Lost and without purpose, solitude is his only companion until an unexpected visitor disrupts his isolation. Norah Watson, not just a housekeeper but a counselor at Silver Creek, an equine rehabilitation center for troubled teens, has been using Sterling's cabin as a retreat for her girls. She sees the deep despair that Sterling is trying to hide, and despite her own burdens - caring for her mentally ill mother and three half-brothers - she can't help but reach out. When Sterling learns about a job opening at Silver Creek, he turns to Norah for help. As he learns to work with horses and help the boys at the center, he also begins to heal himself. The more time they spend together, the more Norah fears revealing her own troubled past, her modest home, and her challenging family. Yet, Sterling finds himself drawn to everything about Norah. As his body mends, so does his faith. But can Norah trust Sterling enough to let him into her life and give their unexpected and forbidden love a chance? "Isaacson artfully combines disparate threads in her contemporary Western Christian romance…in her Three Rivers Ranch series." ~BookLife, Publisher's Weekly Inspirational tales of love, faith, and second chances in the heart of Montana. Come fall in love with your next cowboy boyfriend! Read all the books in the bestselling Horseshoe Home Ranch Romance (Christian cowboy romance) series by Liz Isaacson: 1. The Redesigned Ranch 2. Snowed in with the Cowboy 3. The Preacher’s Daughter 4. The Cowboy and the Nanny 5. Right Cowboy, Right Time 6. Second Chance Family 7. The Christmas Cowboy Competition 8. Love at First Cowboy
Norah, a young woman with a bright future, met and fell in love with Cian, a charismatic and seemingly successful businessman. Their relationship blossomed quickly, and Norah was drawn to Cian's charm and intellect. However, she soon discovered that Cian had a dark side, suffering from multiple personality disorder. His alternate personalities were unpredictable and dangerous, often surfacing without warning. As their relationship deepened, Norah noticed strange and unsettling behaviors from Cian. He would become someone entirely different, displaying violent tendencies and making cryptic threats. At first, she dismissed these incidents, attributing them to stress and fatigue. But the situation escalated when people close to Norah began to suffer. Her best friend, Micah, was brutally murdered, and her mentor, Detective Riley, was found dead under mysterious circumstances. Norah realized that Cian's alternate personalities were responsible for these horrific acts. She was trapped in a nightmare, with the man she loved becoming her greatest threat. Determined to survive, Norah sought help from Detective Bennett, who had been investigating the recent murders. Together, they uncovered the full extent of Cian's disorder and his twisted plans. Cian's dominant alternate personality, a malevolent entity, saw Norah as the root of his problems and targeted her relentlessly. Norah's life became a game of cat and mouse, filled with fear and uncertainty. She was forced to confront Cian's darkest side, fighting for her life as he attempted to break her spirit. In a desperate struggle, Norah realized that she had to kill or be killed. The confrontation reached a climax in an abandoned warehouse, where Norah faced Cian's most dangerous personality. Using every ounce of her strength and willpower, she fought back, ultimately killing Cian in self-defense. However, the victory was bittersweet as the trauma of the ordeal left deep scars. With Cian gone, Norah tried to rebuild her life, haunted by the memories of the man she once loved and the horrors she had endured. She sought therapy and support, determined to heal and move forward. Her journey was long and arduous, but she emerged stronger, using her experience to help others facing similar challenges. Detective Bennett remained a steadfast ally, supporting Norah through her recovery and ensuring that justice was served. Norah's story became one of resilience and survival, a testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable darkness.
"Adversity has the effect of eliciting talents, Which in prosperous circumstances Would have lain dormant." -Shreejita Francis "Eliciting The Truth" is a storybook dealing with different challenges of an individual in various stages of life in sharing their true feeling with people and the truth which needs to be revealed no matter how hard it is. Her book consists of 31 stories, and those stories explain the hidden truth of being optimistic that surrounds us and visualize the best of life with the hope of inspiring many people like her so that they can as well come out of their shells expressing feelings they buried deep down through the help of things they love to do. This is a book to be read and reread, whose lines you will underline and think about again, a book you will give your family, friends, and strangers. Shreejita hopes for this book to become the most gifted book ever!
He was a brilliant teller of tales, one of the most widely read authors of the twentieth century, and at one time the most famous writer in the world, yet W. Somerset Maugham’s own true story has never been fully told. At last, the truth is revealed in a landmark biography by the award-winning writer Selina Hastings. Granted unprecedented access to Maugham’s personal correspondence and to newly uncovered interviews with his only child, Hastings portrays the secret loves, betrayals, integrity, and passion that inspired Maugham to create such classics as The Razor’s Edge and Of Human Bondage. Portrayed in full for the first time is Maugham’s disastrous marriage to Syrie Wellcome, a manipulative society woman who trapped Maugham with a pregnancy and an attempted suicide. Hastings also explores Maugham’s many affairs with men, including his great love, Gerald Haxton, an alcoholic charmer. Maugham’s work in secret intelligence during two world wars is described in fascinating detail—experiences that provided the inspiration for the groundbreaking Ashenden stories. From the West End to Broadway, from China to the South Pacific, Maugham’s remarkably productive life is thrillingly recounted as Hastings uncovers the real stories behind such classics as Rain, The Painted Veil, Cakes & Ale, and other well-known tales.
