Whispers of Hope is book three in the continuing story of Anna and is also set in down east Maine. Growing up, Anna had been without the love of a mother from the early age of three. Not only was her mother to die but Anna, along with her brother and sister were to be taken away from all they loved and raised by an angry and often abusive father. These hard and unimaginable times left their mark on Anna. Only her determination and faith in God gave her the courage to go on. Now being left on her own to face the many challenges of raising her own children, Anna began to pray for even a Whisper of Hope for a better life. This is a book that everyone should read as it shows that even in the darkest of times, light will always follow.
"A gripping time-slip suspense story." —The Bookseller Recently divorced, Anna Fox decides to cheer herself up by retracing a Nile cruise her great-great-grandmother, Louisa, made in the mid-nineteenth century. Anna carries with her two of Louisa's possessions—an ancient Egyptian scent bottle and an illustrated diary of the original cruise, a diary that hasn't been read in a hundred years. As she follows in Louisa's footsteps, Anna discovers in the diary a wonderful love story from the Victorian past—and the chilling, more distant secret of the little glass bottle. Meanwhile, two men on the cruise are developing an unfriendly rivalry for Anna's attention—and a disturbing interest in Louisa's things. Most frightening of all, Anna finds herself the victim of a threat that grows in strength and darkness as the dramatic stories from three different eras intertwine along the mysterious waters of the Nile. What Readers are Saying "The images she creates are fantastically interwoven in a mysterious romance. I couldn't stop reading." "Great! Chilling and full of betrayal, revenge, and heat." "All Barbara Erskine's books have the excitement, detail, slight historical slant, and twists which make the reader look over their shoulder." "I found myself gripped by the story of Anna and her ancestor, Louisa. The two stories are skillfully threaded together with a magical blend of the stunning descriptions of Egypt and the love stories that enfold the two women." "It is a mystery that is unfolding before your very eyes. A real page-turner."
A tale as old as time. A story of two unlikely characters: Emma, a quiet, lonely outcast, and Zach, a self-confident rich kid with a heart. Emma is off to college chasing after her best friend and secret crush, Jake, but once there, her life comes crumbling down. Jake betrays her, sending her life into turmoil. It's then that Zach, the senator's son, comes in. Jake's girlfriend, Bianca, hates Emma and is threatened by Emma rooming with Jake. After Bianca's constant bullying, Emma cracks and retaliates - and Jake throws Emma out of the apartment. Thinking herself friendless and without any future at college, Emma gets ready to return to her small hometown and tell her father everything. Then she receives a surprising offer of a place to stay from Zach. Living with Zach doesn't solve all of Emma's problems. Bianca is bent on revenge and starts a campaign to humiliate Emma. Zach, aware of Bianca's intentions, does all he can to protect Emma because he likes her, even if she's a bit oblivious to his feelings As they grow closer and Emma realizes she cares about Zach, too, Bianca exacts her revenge. Jake finally sees Bianca for who she truly is and tries to choose Emma instead, but it's too late. Emma has found love with the most unlikely person: The Senator's Son.
Sadie Miller didn't know what to expect when her family left Ohio for the small Montana Amish settlement—certainly not horse thieves, mysterious men, or her family falling apart. Can Sadie find her place in this wild, Western community, far from the familiar—and discover love along the way? Wild Horses, Book 1: Sadie Miller is adjusting to life at Aspen East Ranch when Ezra appears. Perfect in every way and fully intending to marry Sadie, Ezra seems like a dream, but does Sadie love him? And who is this fascinating Mark who helps to rescue a dying horse and shows up at the Amish hymn-sing, though he is English? Now Sadie's own close-knit family is falling apart. Mam claims her head is cluttered and unclear. The worst part is, Dat refuses to acknowledge Mam's struggles. Sadie finds some refuge in Nevaeh, a black-and-white paint. But when a dreadful accident involving wild horses occurs, Sadie must move forward into the unknown. Keeping Secrets, Book 2: There's horse trouble in Montana again. Only this time, horses aren't being stolen, they're being shot. No hard-working ranch horse or Amish horse and buggy is safe. Sadie's heart is still set on Mark, despite warnings from concerned friends. Then Daniel appears—a visitor from Lancaster County. With cornflower-blue eyes and a strong, square jaw, he is everything that Mark is not. Why, Sadie wonders desperately, are there so many secrets? The Disappearances, Book 3: Sadie may be married now, but she's as spirited as ever. Soon after she and Mark are settled into the farmhouse, she's visited by three FBI agents who question her about the two children who mysteriously appeared one day at the Ranch. Before the agents leave, they warn Sadie that her beloved horse, Paris, is highly valuable, and that she and Mark may be in grave danger. This news, on top of Mark's unexpected black moods, leaves Sadie confused and disillusioned. Mercifully, healing and courage reappear in unexpected times and places in this concluding volume of the Sadie's Montana series. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Arcade, Yucca, and Good Books imprints, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in fiction—novels, novellas, political and medical thrillers, comedy, satire, historical fiction, romance, erotic and love stories, mystery, classic literature, folklore and mythology, literary classics including Shakespeare, Dumas, Wilde, Cather, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
From the USA TODAY bestselling author of Sweet Thing and Nowhere But Here comes a love story about a Craigslist “missed connection” post that gives two people a second chance at love fifteen years after they were separated in New York City. To the Green-eyed Lovebird: We met fifteen years ago, almost to the day, when I moved my stuff into the NYU dorm room next to yours at Senior House. You called us fast friends. I like to think it was more. We lived on nothing but the excitement of finding ourselves through music (you were obsessed with Jeff Buckley), photography (I couldn’t stop taking pictures of you), hanging out in Washington Square Park, and all the weird things we did to make money. I learned more about myself that year than any other. Yet, somehow, it all fell apart. We lost touch the summer after graduation when I went to South America to work for National Geographic. When I came back, you were gone. A part of me still wonders if I pushed you too hard after the wedding… I didn’t see you again until a month ago. It was a Wednesday. You were rocking back on your heels, balancing on that thick yellow line that runs along the subway platform, waiting for the F train. I didn’t know it was you until it was too late, and then you were gone. Again. You said my name; I saw it on your lips. I tried to will the train to stop, just so I could say hello. After seeing you, all of the youthful feelings and memories came flooding back to me, and now I’ve spent the better part of a month wondering what your life is like. I might be totally out of my mind, but would you like to get a drink with me and catch up on the last decade and a half? M
War and Peace is a novel by the Russian author Leo Tolstoy. It is regarded as one of the central works of world literature. The novel charts the history of the French invasion of Russia, and the impact of the Napoleonic era on Tsarist society, through the stories of five Russian aristocratic families.
“Anna Shinoda’s deeply informed story is not to be missed.” —Dr. Drew Pinsky, Celebrity Rehab and Teen Mom Family secrets cut to the bone in this mesmerizing debut novel about a teen whose drug-addicted brother is the prodigal son one time too many. There is a pecking order to every family. Seventeen-year-old Clare is the overprotected baby; Peter is the typical, rebellious middle child; and Luke is the can’t-do-wrong favorite. In their eyes, they are a normal, happy family. But sometimes it’s the people who are closest to us who are the hardest to see. Clare loves her older brother, Luke—it’s not his fault that he’s always in the wrong place at the wrong time. Life as Luke’s sister hasn’t been easy—their community hasn’t been nearly as forgiving of his transgressions as she and her parents are—but he’s done his time and is on his way home again, and she has to believe this time will be different. But when the truths behind his arrests begin to surface, everything Clare’s always known is shaken to its core. Clare has to decide if sticking up for herself and her future means selfishly turning her back on family…or if it’s the only way to keep herself from drowning along with them.
Whispers of Hollow Hill Venture into the haunting depths of "Whispers of Hollow Hill" by SatapolCEO, a gripping tale that will leave your heart racing and your spine tingling. This masterful ebook weaves a story of ancient curses, malevolent spirits, and the relentless pursuit of truth within the decaying walls of Hollow Hill mansion. Join Anna, a young woman with a troubled past, as she embarks on a journey to uncover the dark secrets that lie buried within the mansion's stone-clad walls. Alongside her friends Emily, Thomas, and a mysterious entity known only as "The Whisperer," Anna faces a series of chilling encounters that test the limits of their courage and sanity. "Whispers of Hollow Hill" is a symphony of suspense, blending elements of horror, mystery, and supernatural thriller into a narrative that captivates from the first page to the last. SatapolCEO crafts a hauntingly beautiful world, where each whisper and shadow carries the weight of centuries-old secrets, longing to be revealed. The ancient mansion, with its hidden rooms and eerie corridors, becomes a character in its own right, ensnaring Anna and her companions in its malevolent grip. As the story unfolds, Anna and her friends uncover clues that lead them deeper into the mansion's haunted history, revealing a tale of betrayal, vengeance, and a curse that binds the souls of the departed to the estate. Their quest for answers becomes a fight for survival against the vengeful spirits that haunt Hollow Hill, each encounter more terrifying than the last. "Whispers of Hollow Hill" is not just a story; it's an experience that promises to immerse you in its slow-paced, tension-building narrative, allowing the terror to seep into your bones. With a masterful blend of historical intrigue and paranormal elements, SatapolCEO delivers a novel that is both hauntingly beautiful and profoundly unsettling. Prepare to be enthralled by a world where the past and the present blur, and where the battle for survival becomes a fight for the soul. This ebook is a must-read for aficionados of the supernatural, a story that promises to captivate, terrify, and ultimately inspire. Join Anna, Emily, Thomas, and The Whisperer as they face their darkest fears in "Whispers of Hollow Hill." Witness as they unravel the curse of Hollow Hill, where every whisper and shadow could be their last. In this battle between light and darkness, will the power of evil be vanquished, or will it claim them all in its unholy grasp? Find out in "Whispers of Hollow Hill" by SatapolCEO, available now as an ebook for those brave enough to delve into the unknown.
