Behind the Curtain
Behind the Curtain

Author: Beth Kery

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2017-05-02

Total Pages: 401

ISBN-13: 0399583726

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Cultures clash and passion ignites in the novel that will leave you begging for more—from the bestselling author of The Affair and Looking Inside. There’s something about this woman… On a break between overseas jobs, journalist Asher Gaites returns to his hometown of Chicago—and allows his friends to persuade him to check out a hot new singer. At a downtown jazz club, he’s soon transfixed by the lyrical voice and sensuous body of a woman who performs behind a thin, shimmering veil... …That could bring a man to his knees. The veil gives Moroccan-American Laila Barek the anonymity she needs since she has never been able to reconcile her family’s values with her passion for music. But one man is inexplicably drawn to her. And when Asher confronts her on a subway platform after a gig, he’s shocked to recognize the woman who walked away from him nine years ago... Laila has never been able to forget the touch, the feel, the taste of Asher. And despite the doubt and fear that wind their way into their lives, they must trust the heat of their desire to burn down the walls the world has placed between them… MATURE AUDIENCE

Behind Blue Curtains
Behind Blue Curtains

Author: Lizzy Hershberger

Publisher:

Published: 2021-03-09

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781962890052

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When Lizzy Hershberger turns fourteen, her schooling ends at eighth grade, and she has no choice but to leave home to work as an unpaid maid for another family. To avoid being rejected by her ultra-conservative Swartzentruber Amish family and community, Lizzy is forced to abandon her dreams because they are "too worldly." After being raped by a man who becomes a deacon in her community, Lizzy makes her first attempt at "jumping the fence" to pursue a non-Amish lifestyle. But without any modern life experience or education, Lizzy considers whether the risks of this unpredictable and dangerous world are worth losing the ties to her Amish friends and family forever. Almost thirty years later, after she has created a new life for herself, her small community is rocked by disturbing sexual assault allegations. Lizzy must decide whether to keep silent for her newly-created family's sake or come forward against the church to advocate for the Amish children she left behind. In 2019, Lizzy Hershberger successfully brought her abuser to justice in an extraordinarily rare case addressing sexual abuse in the Amish church. She faced death threats and intense pressure to stop telling her story. Lizzy refused to back down, and she forged ahead to spark a national movement bringing awareness to the prevalence of sexual assault in isolated communities protected by religious liberties. This gripping true crime memoir reveals the truth behind one of America's most revered and secretive religious sects-hidden behind the blue curtains of the Amish lifestyle.

The Gift of Nothing
The Gift of Nothing

Author: Patrick McDonnell

Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Published: 2008-11-16

Total Pages: 102

ISBN-13: 031604671X

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Since its publication in 2005, The Gift of Nothing has become an instant classic--the perfect gift for "the person who has everything." In this appealing picture book, Mooch the cat--star of the nationally-syndicated comic strip Mutts--searches for a present for his friend, Earl the dog. Earl already has everything he needs: a bowl, a bed, a chewy toy...What else could Mooch get him? Then it dawns on him: NOTHING! This timeless tale has a heart-warming message about the most valuable gift of all--friendship--that appeals to readers of all ages. Great for a last minute gift, this special edition includes an elegant paper slipcase designed to look like gift wrap with foil accents and an embossed bow and faux hang tag.

The Coward Behind The Curtain
The Coward Behind The Curtain

Author: RICHARD MARSH

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2024-01-02

Total Pages: 188

ISBN-13: 9361151274

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"The Coward Behind the Curtain" by Richard Marsh is a gripping thriller novel that weaves collectively elements of suspense, intrigue, and psychological drama. Set in opposition to the backdrop of Victorian England, the tale follows a complex narrative that unfolds with surprising twists and turns. The protagonist, caught in a web of deceit and hidden reasons, discovers a mysterious parent pulling the strings from behind the curtain. As the plot thickens, the reader is taken on a journey thru the darkish recesses of the human psyche, exploring topics of worry, courage, and the consequences of 1's moves. Marsh, acknowledged for his mastery in crafting suspenseful narratives, creates a demanding environment throughout the radical. The name, "The Coward Behind the Curtain," guidelines on the hidden antagonist who manipulates occasions from the shadows, including a further layer of mystery to the story. The characters are intricately developed, each with their very own secrets and techniques and vulnerabilities. The narrative skillfully plays with the reader's expectancies, retaining them on the threshold in their seat as the tale unfolds.

The Shattered Souls
The Shattered Souls

Author: Candace N. Coonan

Publisher: Trafford Publishing

Published: 2012-05-14

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 1466934387

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The tide has turned against the royals... Princess Dawn, along with her cousins Evan and Ian, as well as her friends Mizu and Alan, experienced a narrow victory over Magica this past summer. And though it is now early autumn, the battle is heating up. The shattered body of demon, Ralston Radburn, is causing chaos all over Fadreama. These little fragments of evil latch onto the darkness in the hearts of both humans and demons, giving them the power to live out their most evil desires. Dawn and her friends begin the immense task of seeking out these fragments and purifying them, but find more than a few obstacles in their way. Not only is Dawn looking for fragments, but so is the dark Goddess of Hate sorceress, Magica. She has dispatched her Shadow Senshi to gather Fragments of Cardew, so that she may use them to create the ultimate warrior. Of course there is Ralston Radburn himself, skulking about in the body of Alice's cousin, Lance. The foul scheme he is concocting may be enough to outweigh all of Magica's ambitions. The battle over fragments suddenly takes on a new dimension, when the most unexpected thing happens; the fragments develop their own consciousness! Words are whispered on the wind, when a dark cloud hovers over Devona. The words say, 'revolution.' Events have been set into motion that cannot be halted. Fadreama sits on the eve of change. At such a precarious time, there is only one thing left to do; try.

Hearings
Hearings

Author: United States. Congress Senate

Publisher:

Published: 1957

Total Pages: 2462

ISBN-13:

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