Kris Keller, a rising star reporter for an Atlanta newspaper, is called back to his struggling Southwest Georgia hometown to make final arrangements for his father who authorities say took his own life. In Fort Phillips, Kris encounters an ex-girlfriend, a high school rival and odd occurrences. He is told secretly that has father's death may not have been self-inflicted. Despite being estranged from his father, Kris feels obligated to investigate his death. As he does so, the town's secrets begin to unravel, putting Kris and those closest to him in peril. His quick trip back home becomes an extended stay as he struggles to save his career, his relationships and unlock the mystery of his father's death.
Clearing his throat, Pete said, "I have some really bad news, guys; the explosion blew a big hole in the bottom of the cabin. I can hear sea water rushing in; it's already flooding through the hold in the floor." On a peaceful, sunny Sunday in 1948, six couples from Ocala, Florida, step onto a wooden boat named Hazy Days docked off the Gulf of Mexico. It's nearly thirty-eight feet of old Florida charm, with gaily painted racing stripes and enough room for the women to chat and the men to stretch out and fish. The boat cruises under the expert care of its captain, the old salt L. B. Wilson and his fishing guide, trusted friend, and close ally Buck Gilley. The two expect little more on this fine Florida Sunday than a slight sunburn and an ice bin full of fresh Florida grouper. But tragedy strikes the Hazy Days some thirty miles off the coast. It catches fire, and all fourteen hearty souls are forced to dive into the salty brine. Among them, they share nine life vests. But it's not enough-nine innocent lives are lost. Author Anzie Norris lost her aunt and two uncles in the accident and seeks to tell their heartbreaking story in Gone Fishing: A Novel of Old Florida and Her Tragic Seas.
Mitchell Maxim is a successful movie producer, director and owner of the family's business. He is living and enjoying the life of a young college graduate millionaire but always in the back of his mind is the loss of the love of his life several years ago. His former fiancee left him without a word which caused him emotional pain and an irreparable broken heart. He is presently experiencing beautiful and sensual dreams about a woman he has never met. When he finally sees this beautiful sranger, it is not a coincidence she is the writer of the new film he is producing. As the film is being made, the couple embarks on a beautiful love affair. Aaaa but when Mitch's former fiancee returns to get her man back, the depths to which she will go offer a huge surprise. Will the couple be able to overcome the obstacles and/or the brutality and make a go of it? Order to discover the climax to this exciting story.
The quaint coastal town of South Cove, California, is all abuzz about the opening of a new specialty shop, Tea Hee. But as Coffee, Books, and More owner Jill Gardner is about to find out, there's nothing cozy about murder . . . Shop owner Kathi Corbin says she came to South Cove to get away from her estranged family. But is she telling the truth? And did a sinister someone from her past follow her to South Cove? When a woman claiming to be Kathi's sister starts making waves and a dead body is found in a local motel, Jill must step in to clear Kathi's name--without getting herself in hot water. Includes an excerpt from A STORY TO KILL, Lynn Cahoon's BRAND NEW series Praise for The Tourist Trap Mysteries "Murder, dirty politics, pirate lore, and a hot police detective: Guidebook to Murder has it all! A cozy lover's dream come true." --Susan McBride, author of The Debutante Dropout Mysteries "Lynn Cahoon has created an absorbing, good fun mystery in Mission to Murder." --Fresh Fiction
Fanciful stories of rags-to-riches are fascinating. Yet, when such is part & parcel of one's ancestry, it becomes real. Having known physical hardship in the back-to-backs of Birmingham, great-grandfather Allden determined never to be poor again. An inherent ability in mental arithmetic was to play a major role in the family Commission Agent business; but did the gamble pay off? The Industrial Revolution is never far away in Birmingham & the Black Country, where the Alldens played their part in firing up and arming the nation. Jockeying around was also a major pastime and a money earner for the boys. Complex family relationships also set the scene when it was better to keep Mum; but lose her they did. A fun-loving Step-Mum & private education stepped in, but did the Alldens find their middle-class roots again. From whence did they hail & why had they fallen? Ancestry is but a game of Snakes & Ladders, so did the Alldens win in the end? Also, is there more of the Allden in the author than he cares to admit?
In 1898, driven by dreams of fame and fortune, adventure and true love, three brothers left their beloved Calabria and all of its problems- including the Mafi a- behind. First stop is Marseille in France and then to the United States, where they hope to see their dreams come true. Life in this strange new world challenges the brothers, and they find that even in their new home familiar demons pursue them. The Pittsburgh version of the Sicilian Mafia, known as the Cosa Nostra, relies on time-tested savage techniques to maintain control. The Cudoni brothers pull together to carve out a new, peaceful, and prosperous life, but their vow to never pay the Cosa Nostra extortion money comes with a high price. One of the brothers, Filippo, is a lost soul torn between his homeland and his new home with a new love. In America, he loses his heart to Angelina, a tall, beautiful Italian girl. Their love is hot, passionate, and intense, but when her father learns of his plans to return to Italy he pulls them apart. Filippo leaves Pittsburgh and throws himself into work and into the arms of his boss’s daughter. Angelino hears of this and promises to marry Bruno Curcio, a coward at heart. When Tracy the boss’s daughter gets serious, Filippo cools this affair and returning to Pittsburgh has a secret affair with Angelina just before her wedding to Curcio, who was nearly killed by the Cosa Nostra a few months earlier. Filippo attends the wedding but promises Curcio he will not interfere with them as he will be returning to Italy. He renews a short relationship with Tracy but soon finds himself back in the arms and bed of Angelina and after a fight with Curcio and the Cosa Nostra he returns to Italy. There he meets Rosina, a softly spoken, beautiful ‘twin cousin’ to Angelina who heals his broken heart. With a promise from Rosina that she will wait for his return from America he travels back to his hometown, but the Calabrian mafia, seeking revenge, are waiting for him just out of town. Leaving behind two dead Mafia men Filippo and two more of his brothers and a friend set off for America. He falls foul of the captain and crew and one night just before he enters his cabin he is hung by rope around the neck to the mast.
Challenging Encouragement was birthed out of an act of obedience to the Lord. These devotions will challenge, as well as encourage, you while helping you grow in your own walk with the Lord. You will find yourself moving out of your comfort zone, as you allow Him to grow you, and loving it, even though it might be a little scary sometimes. Just remember, "Don't panic. I am with you. There is no need to fear for I'm your God. I'll give you strength. I'll help you. I'll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you" (Isaiah 41:10 MSG).
Annie Hayes is living a nightmare. Something dark and sinister stalks her. When a handsome new stranger shows an interest in her, Annie is torn between an instant attraction and a paralyzing fear that something is not quite right with this outsider. Nightmares become her reality as she is hunted by dark creatures. Annie is swept up into an ancient war as the Dark Ones pursue her and the Magnificent One protects her.
To better understand this book, the author recommends reading Strigoi Redemption first. After Strigoi Redemption was released, readers asked for Victor's brother's stories. Ladinas is the first book in the spin-off series. Victor Marinescu was born strigoi being the seventh son of a seventh son. His immortality extended to his parents and siblings. Victor found his mate, and they had a daughter, breaking the family curse. His brothers: Dorin, Garridan, Grigore, Ladinas, Simion, and Cristofor, would now be able to find their mates. Ladinas Marinescu is the warrior chief of the family, always planning strategies. His security firm has the latest state-of-the-art systems, and his employees were top-notch. His skills were put to the test four years ago when his brother Victor hired him to help protect his mate, Alana. Lurline, the High Priestess of the local coven, needs Ladinas’ help. Through a vision, she has seen a woman being held captive. This woman is important to Victor and Alana’s five-year-old daughter Inima as she begins to come into her powers. The woman is not only a Korrigan, but she’s also Ladina’s mate.
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