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| moon birthmark: Bringing Our Histories into School-Based Therapy Lyn French, Reva Klein, 2023-05-02 This is a book that delves into the relationship between therapists’ sometimes fraught engagement with their own emotional histories and those of their clients, offering a creative template for opening up important conversations. Each of the chapter authors contributing to this volume focuses on seminal life events that inflect the emotional tenor and quality of attunement in the consulting room. A broad range of subjects is covered, which either highlight themes around identity or reflect the kinds of challenges that bring young people to therapy, including bereavement, the experience of otherness, dislocation and migration, disrupted family relationships and life-threatening illness. With compelling clinical vignettes illuminating the resonances between therapists’ stories and those of the clients they present, this book is an engaging and insightful read for all practitioners in the field, especially those working in child and adolescent mental health. |
| moon birthmark: The Evil Side of a Bestie Melia Kuhna, 2024-05-09 In the heart of a cozy town, Rayne and Willow, two inseparable adults, were a duo destined for laughter and adventure. They were there for each other through thick and thin. But as all friendships go through a rough patch, so did theirs. In the middle of a dream vacation that quickly turned into a nightmare, Rayne and Willow bond was tested, their friendship now hanging in the balance. The evil side of a once-beloved bestie emerged, casting a sinister shadow over the bonds that were supposed to last forever. Lies, jealousy, and backstabbing ruined it all. Suddenly, Rayne was lost in a maze of deception, betrayed by her once-BFF Willow. Could their friendship weather the storm, or would it crumble under the weight of lies and betrayal? |
| moon birthmark: House of Lies Adrian Ferruelo, 2025-04-29 House of Lies When journalist Claire Bennett returns to her hometown after her mother's sudden death, she expects to find closure. Instead, she uncovers a web of secrets that shatter everything she thought she knew about her family. As Claire digs deeper, she realizes the picturesque town hides a dark conspiracy, and the people she trusted most are at the center of it. With the help of a reclusive neighbor and a troubled teenager, Claire must confront the truth—even if it destroys her. House of Lies is a gripping tale of betrayal, family, and the secrets we bury to protect the ones we love. This novel will keep you guessing until the very last page. |
| moon birthmark: Deeper Than Midnight Lara Adrian, 2011-06-28 DELIVERED FROM THE DARKNESS, A WOMAN FINDS HERSELF PLUNGED INTO A PASSION THAT IS DEEPER THAN MIDNIGHT. At eighteen, Corinne Bishop was a beautiful, spirited young woman living a life of privilege as the adopted daughter of a wealthy family. Her world changed in an instant when she was stolen away and held prisoner by the malevolent vampire Dragos. After many years of captivity and torment, Corinne is rescued by the Order, a cadre of vampire warriors embroiled in a war against Dragos and his followers. Her innocence taken, Corinne has lost a piece of her heart as well—the one thing that gave her hope during her imprisonment, and the only thing that matters to her now that she is free. Assigned to safeguard Corinne on her trip home is a formidable golden-eyed Breed male called Hunter. Once Dragos’s most deadly assassin, Hunter now works for the Order, and he’s hell-bent on making Dragos pay for his manifold sins. Bonded to Corinne by their mutual desire, Hunter will have to decide how far he’ll go to end Dragos’s reign of evil—even if carrying out his mission means shattering Corinne’s tender heart. |
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| moon birthmark: Path of the Hybrids Relvin Gonzalez, 2023-10-17 Thirty children will become Archangel Lucifer’s assassins. They were all created to obey blindly—all but one. In an enclosed multilevel complex, they train to fulfill a simple task. Get in. Kill. Get out. From a tower overlooking the school, Lucifer’s scientists guide the children to maturity. With the push of a button, bracelets control every minute of every hour. All their activities are a stepping stone to their first kill. But a birthmark on A30’s forearm reveals she might be the very thing they trained her to kill…a human. She must now make her way up to the Archive and uncover the truth about her past before someone finds her and takes her away. And those that are taken away never come back the same. The second book in the 444 Series, Path of The Hybrids, is a mythological story that continues the saga from Hefnd. If you like mythology and Science Fantasy, you will love Path of the Hybrids. Join A30 on her quest for the truth. |
| moon birthmark: Studying Pan's Labyrinth Tanya Jones, 2010-09-09 Pan's Labyrinth (2006) is a film of extraordinary technical achievement and intense emotional impact, garnering acclaim from both critics and audiences alike. Such a rich cinematic text demands close scrutiny and comprehensive study. This volume guides the reader through a detailed analysis of the film, concentrating on the generation of meaning for the viewer. The book maps technical choices and how they capture human experience and political conflict. It also details the processes of production, distribution, and exhibition. Specific examples from a range of film texts enable a vivid grasp of technical vocabulary, therefore providing readers with the tools to analyze other films as well. |
| moon birthmark: Lost Love Found Bertrice Small, 1991-10-13 “Bertrice Small creates cover-to-cover passion, a keen sense of history and suspense.”—Publishers Weekly Valentina had been admired, married, widowed, yet had never known love . . . Not even at the illustrious court of Queen Elizabeth, where her innocent, violet-eyed beauty fired the hearts of England's most gallant gentry, especially the roguish Earl of Kempe and the irrepressible Lord Padraic Burke. But her innocence shattered when a deathbed confession revealed that her true father might not have been Lord Bliss but the lustful Sultan Murad of Istanbul. Determined to find the truth, Valentina sets sail for the East, a voyage of unsurpassed danger . . . and sensual discovery. Lavish, sexy, magnificent—Bertrice Small's Lost Love Found is a fitting tribute to the unforgettable heroine who rivals her famous aunt, Skye O'Malley, in grace, grandeur, and sensual daring. |
| moon birthmark: The Legend of the Werewolf Mandy Rosko, 2014-12-31 Mike Carter is a psychic detective in a city that’s not supposed to exist. He's very good at his job, but even he needs a vacation. That’s put on hold when he's attacked by a powerful sorcerer on his down time, who also happens to be a psychotic killer. When he thinks his number is up, a beautiful woman comes to his aid. She’s a werewolf, and her motive for saving him isn't exactly pure. She has every intention of kidnapping Mike and taking him back to her pack for protection. If a gorgeous woman wanted to keep him close, all she had to do was ask... werewolves, alpha male romance, paranormal romance, Paranormal romance series, kidnapping, detective, mystery |
| moon birthmark: Ever Bound Odessa Gillespie Black, 2016-06-07 A love as doomed as it is destined... 1879, Tennessee. A farmhand on the vast Rollins estate, handsome young Colby Kinsley makes the mistake of his life when he becomes briefly entangled with conniving Grace Rollins, the plantation owner's beautiful but unstable daughter. Yet matters become even more complicated when he finds himself falling truly in love with Grace's clever younger sister, Annabeth... Intent on escaping her darkly troubled father and her melancholy home, Annabeth is also determined to avoid Colby. Yet she is still drawn to his quick wit and many talents. And when he performs an act of astounding courage, she can no longer deny her true feelings for him...just as her sister cannot hide her jealous rage. Grace will do anything to destroy the blossoming romance—even invoke dark, powerful supernatural forces. And as her dangerous machinations begin, the passions of all three are set on a tragic course—with a conclusion that will echo across lifetimes... |
| moon birthmark: Visions of Flesh and Blood Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rayvn Salvador, 2024-02-20 VISIONS OF FLESH AND BLOOD: a Blood and Ash/Flesh and Fire Compendium is a comprehensive companion guide for background, history, reader-favorite information, art, and reference materials. Combined with original short stories and scenes from some of the world’s most beloved characters, as well as never-before-seen visual enticements, it’s a treat for the senses. Told from the point of view of Miss Willa herself, the compendium acts like research material but reads like a journal and cache of personal notes, allowing the reader to revisit the characters and history they so love yet view things in a different way. VISIONS OF FLESH AND BLOOD by Jennifer L. Armentrout with Rayvn Salvador is a must-add addition to the series that any Blood and Ash/Flesh and Fire fan will enjoy. |
| moon birthmark: The Midnight Breed Series 10-Book Bundle Lara Adrian, 2013-07-15 Prepare for seduction as Lara Adrian unleashes a new breed of vampire in this heart-pounding series of paranormal romance and suspense. Together in one convenient eBook bundle, here are the first ten books in the Midnight Breed series, now including Darker After Midnight. Part human, part otherworldly, the Breed has lived among humankind for thousands of years, maintaining a tentative peace built on secrecy, power, and the dark justice carried out by the formidable warriors of the Order. But now, a blood war within the race is set to ignite. “Evocative, enticing, erotic . . . Enter Lara Adrian’s vampire world and be enchanted!”—New York Times bestselling author J. R. Ward Vampires are going Rogue in startling numbers, feeding without discretion, killing humans in the streets. It is up to the Order to stop the spreading threat of Rogue domination—and in so doing, each of the warriors will be forced to confront private demons, darkest secrets, deepest fears. Some will know triumph, some will know loss, but each warrior can count on one thing: Love, when it finds him, will often come at the worst possible moment, with the least likely woman . . . and it will bring each of these powerful males to his knees. KISS OF MIDNIGHT KISS OF CRIMSON MIDNIGHT AWAKENING MIDNIGHT RISING VEIL OF MIDNIGHT ASHES OF MIDNIGHT SHADES OF MIDNIGHT TAKEN BY MIDNIGHT DEEPER THAN MIDNIGHT DARKER AFTER MIDNIGHT Also includes the eBook novella “A Taste of Midnight”! Praise for Lara Adrian’s Midnight Breed novels “A thrilling blend of dark passion and heart-pounding action. Lara Adrian always delivers a keeper!”—New York Times bestselling author Gena Showalter “A riveting novel that will keep readers mesmerized . . . If you like romance combined with heart-stopping paranormal suspense, you’re going to love this book.”—BookPage, on Darker After Midnight “A fast-paced tale of romantic suspense and intense realistic characters . . . Adrian compels people to get hooked on her storylines.”—Romance Reviews Today, on Shades of Midnight “An entertaining ride and as usual kept me riveted from page one.”—The Romance Reader Connection, on Ashes of Midnight “Will enthrall you and leave you breathless for more.”—Wild on Books, on Veil of Midnight “Packed with danger and action . . . Adrian has hit upon an unbeatable story mix.”—RT Book Reviews, on Midnight Rising “An adrenaline-fueled, sizzlingly sexy, darkly intense addition to Lara Adrian’s addictively readable paranormal Breed series.”—Chicago Tribune, on Midnight Awakening |
| moon birthmark: Harmonies of Eternity: Tales Beyond Time Antra, 2023-10-09 Harmonies of Eternity: Tales Beyond Time invites readers to transcend the confines of time and space through interconnected fantasy and science fiction stories. From guardians of a mystical hourglass embarking on gripping time-traveling adventures to alliances formed in the shadows and the transformative power of music, these tales offer a symphony of emotions and adventures. Through unity, compassion, and the enduring power of storytelling, Harmonies of Eternity weaves a tapestry of magic, adventure, and self-discovery that leaves an indelible mark on the reader's heart, even after the final page is turned. |
| moon birthmark: The Cambridge History of Latin American Literature Roberto Gonzalez Echevarría, Enrique Pupo-Walker, 1996-09-13 Volume 1 of a comprehensive three-volume history of Latin American literature (including Brazilian): the only work of its kind. |
| moon birthmark: Taken by Midnight Lara Adrian, 2010-09-28 AT THE CROSSROADS OF DEATH AND DESIRE, A WOMAN TASTES A PLEASURE NO MORTAL IS MEANT TO SURVIVE. In the frozen Alaskan wilderness, former state trooper Jenna Darrow survives an unspeakable breach of body and soul. But with her narrow escape comes an even greater challenge. For strange changes are taking place within her, as she struggles to understand—and control—a new hunger. To do so, she will seek shelter in the Boston compound of the Order, an ancient race of vampire warriors whose very existence is shrouded in mystery. Perhaps the most mysterious of them all is Brock, a brooding, dark-eyed alpha male whose hands hold the power to comfort, heal . . . and arouse. As she recovers under Brock’s care, Jenna finds herself drawn to the Order’s mission: to stop a ruthless enemy and its army of assassins from subjecting Earth to a reign of terror. Yet in spite of their resolve, a purely physical relationship without strings soon binds Brock and Jenna together with a desire fiercer than life and stronger than death itself—until a secret from Brock’s past and Jenna’s own mortality challenges their forbidden love to the ultimate trial by fire. |
| moon birthmark: Legacy Amanda Lynn Petrin, 1901 Enjoy the magical conclusion to The Owens Chronicles with Legacy a supernatural coming-of-age novel in the Giftedverse series from YA author Amanda Lynn Petrin. Lucy Owens is done hiding. When she uncovers an ancient curse on the Owens women, Lucy, Gabriel, and Embry embark on an international quest to find the cure. In this race against time, Lucy will have to trace back her ancestry, confront her family’s demons, and claim her birthright. With history and an army against her, can Lucy escape her terrible fate? Or is she doomed to follow in the tragic footsteps of the women who came before her? Legacy is the final book in this complete trilogy by Amanda Lynn Petrin. If you like urban fantasy series with strong heroines, magical powers, and a touch of history, you’ll love this absorbing paranormal read. Read all the books in the Giftedverse! The Owens Chronicles (Trilogy) Prophecy Destiny Legacy The Gifted Chronicles (Trilogy) First Life Second Chance Third Eye |
| moon birthmark: Tamhas Ava Benton, What happens when one bad ass dragon shifter meets his match in an equally fierce mate. Follow the Dragon Heartbeat clan back to Scotland where they get their mates, their happily ever afters, and a bit of drama tossed in for good measure! Tamhas has been keeping a secret from the clan for more than a year. He’s been corresponding via email with a fierce and sexy woman in New York. MMA fighter and part-time bounty hunter Keira is worried. Her friend Tamhas has vanished. He’s gone off the grid, and she’s worried about him. With virtually no information about him, this resourceful woman has a hacker friend track him down. Unfortunately, Keira didn’t count on finding a nest of dragons. She also didn’t plan on learning a secret about her own heritage. Oh, yeah. She also didn’t plan on catching feelings for the sexy dragon shifter. |
| moon birthmark: Gaia Reborn J.R. Walcutt, 2023-05-11 Of course Mattie Fisher runs away. Her power to remember past lives is threatening her stability. Every dream pushes her deeper into the abyss as the voices from the past crowd her very sense of self. Hawaii seems like the perfect place to hide for the rest of her life—until she’s discovered by the gods of war, who want her dead, and Jared Stone, the man she loves but swore she’d never see again. They drag Mattie back into the world of the Ascended. To survive, Mattie must harness her powers at the Lyceum, a school deep in the desert. She assumes the gods there are allies but soon learns that they’re as dangerous as any enemy she’s ever faced. The only way Mattie will live is if she conquers her fears and fully embraces a destiny that could destroy the very people she wants to protect. *Gaia Reborn is the second full-length novel in a four-book urban fantasy series with elements of reincarnation. This action-filled story features a complex heroine, a slow-burn romance, and a weaving of Greek, Roman, Indian, and Chinese mythologies that will keep you reading past your bedtime. Please note: This book contains explicit content and darker elements, including mature language, violence, and adult themes. |
| moon birthmark: The Complete Midnight Breed 12-Book Bundle Lara Adrian, 2016-02-02 Prepare for seduction as bestselling author Lara Adrian unleashes a new breed of vampire in this heart-pounding series of paranormal romance and suspense. Together in one convenient ebook bundle, here are all twelve books in the Midnight Breed series: KISS OF MIDNIGHT KISS OF CRIMSON MIDNIGHT AWAKENING MIDNIGHT RISING VEIL OF MIDNIGHT ASHES OF MIDNIGHT SHADES OF MIDNIGHT TAKEN BY MIDNIGHT DEEPER THAN MIDNIGHT DARKER AFTER MIDNIGHT EDGE OF DAWN CRAVE THE NIGHT Also includes the ebook novella A Taste of Midnight! “Evocative, enticing . . . Enter Lara Adrian’s vampire world and be enchanted!”—New York Times bestselling author J. R. Ward Part human, part otherworldly, the Breed has lived among humankind for thousands of years, maintaining a tentative peace built on secrecy, power, and the dark justice carried out by the formidable warriors of the Order. But now, a blood war within the race is set to ignite. Vampires are going Rogue in startling numbers, feeding without discretion, killing humans in the streets. It is up to the Order to stop the spreading threat of Rogue domination—and in so doing, each of the warriors will be forced to confront private demons, darkest secrets, deepest fears. Some will know triumph, some will know loss, but each warrior can count on one thing: Love, when it finds him, will often come at the worst possible moment, with the least likely woman . . . and it will bring each of these powerful males to his knees. Praise for Lara Adrian’s Midnight Breed novels “A thrilling blend of dark passion and heart-pounding action. Lara Adrian always delivers a keeper!”—New York Times bestselling author Gena Showalter “An adrenaline-fueled, sizzlingly sexy, darkly intense addition to Lara Adrian’s addictively readable paranormal Breed series.”—Chicago Tribune, on Midnight Awakening “Packed with danger and action . . . Adrian has hit upon an unbeatable story mix.”—RT Book Reviews, on Midnight Rising “A riveting novel that will keep readers mesmerized . . . If you like romance combined with heart-stopping paranormal suspense, you’re going to love this book.”—BookPage, on Darker After Midnight “Delivers an abundance of nail-biting, suspenseful chills [and] red-hot sexy thrills.”—Booklist (starred review), on Edge of Dawn “Steamy and intense.”—Publishers Weekly, on Crave the Night |
| moon birthmark: Midnight Serenade Alli Sinclair, 2016-07-05 Step into a world of secrets, betrayal, forgiveness, and love . . . 1952. Louisa Gilchrist flees her turbulent life in England and arrives in Argentina, determined to make a fresh start. When the country’s most influential tango composer chooses Louisa as his muse, she’s hypnotized by high society soirees, powerful friends and a luxurious existence. For the first time in her life, Louisa feels safe. But love and jealousy are a dangerous combination and Louisa’s world is shattered when betrayal leads to murder. Will Louisa’s broken heart ever recover, or will she suffer the consequences of loving the wrong man? Present day. Journalist Dani McKenna’s damaged career has a chance of being resurrected if she can secure an interview with reclusive tango dancer Carlos Escudero. For years he has refused to speak about the tragic accident that ended his career, but it’s not just Carlos’s story Dani needs—he holds the key to a family mystery that has haunted her for decades. As Dani grapples with an uncertain future and Carlos wrestles with his past, they discover truth can divide just as quickly as it can unite. Will love be enough to keep them together? |
| moon birthmark: Shades of Midnight Lara Adrian, 2009-12-29 In a frozen wilderness steeped in darkness, the lines between good and evil, lover and enemy, are never black or white but drawn in Shades of Midnight. Something inhuman is stalking the frigid Alaskan wilds, leaving unspeakable carnage in its wake. For bush pilot Alexandra Maguire, the killings stir memories of a horrific event she witnessed as a child and evoke in her the inexplicable sense of otherness she has long felt within herself but never fully understood . . . until a darkly seductive stranger with secrets of his own enters her world. Sent from Boston on a mission to investigate the savage attacks and stop the slaughter, vampire warrior Kade has his own reasons for returning to the frigid, forbidding place of his birth. Haunted by a secret shame, Kade soon realizes the stunning truth of the threat he faces–a threat that will jeopardize the fragile bond he has formed with the courageous, determined young woman who arouses his deepest passions and most primal hungers. But in bringing Alex into his world of blood and darkness, Kade must confront both his own personal demons and the even greater evil that could destroy all he holds dear. |
| moon birthmark: I Am Joshua A. K. Pollock, 2013-07 Joshua is a disappointment to his father because he is small for his age and is an artist. His alcoholic father lost his football scholarship after an injury his senior year in high school. Joshua's mother suffers from battered women's syndrome. Joshua is removed from the home after being abused by the father. Joshua hates his father, is angry with his mother, and broken-hearted to leave his best friend, Becky. Join Joshua's journey as he travels from one foster home to another. Meet Jake, a Tae Kwon Do instructor; Claudia, a librarian and Jake's friend; Mr. and Mrs. Simpson, his new foster parents; Barney, the Simpsons' dog; and Kinkade, Barney's son. How will they impact Joshua's life? How will they impact yours? |
| moon birthmark: Raintree: Sanctuary Beverly Barton, 2017-05-15 War with their archrival, the evil Ansara clan,is unavoidable. For Mercy Raintree, a war meansshe must assume her position as guardian of theSanctuary—the sacred Raintree home place deepin the Smoky Mountains. But doing so threatensto disclose her most prized secret—one Mercyhas kept to herself for six years. As the solstice looms and the battle heats up,Dranir Judah Ansara gathers his forces, intendingto wipe every Raintree from the face of the land.Including Mercy, whom he's claimed as his to kill.Then he comes face-to-face with her—and with herdaughter, Eve. Will Mercy's closely guarded secretchange not only the outcome of the battle—but alsoJudah's own bitter heart? |
| moon birthmark: Brooklyn Thomas J. Campanella, 2020-08-18 A major new history of Brooklyn, told through its landscapes, buildings, and the people who made them, from the early 17th century to today. |
| moon birthmark: The Reckoning Kayla Knue, 2021-04-14 The magical lands of Alterra have been stricken with famine since the destruction of light magic. Rebellion threatens to rise, but the Reckoning, an age-old tradition where potential warriors compete in deadly challenges, could provide distraction. To be Called is an honor, but glory is reserved for the champion. So when Malaki Darkblood, a prince with demonic heritage, is Called he is expected to win. But his fate is intertwined with that of a girl and he finds more than his reputation is at stake. Harrison Darkborne, a highborn asudh, is more than honored to be Called. His loyalty to the King knows no bounds, but when his wedding to the princess is postponed he soon discovers that there are challenges far greater than the Reckoning. Tyler Skyy, a human farmer, clings to her faith in love and kindness even as her family's herd thins. Though her hope is strong, her life is turned upside down when she is Called. Without any magic of her own her odds of survival are low, but her kindness may prove to be her savior. Facing the unknown challenges ahead of them, one thing holds true. Their fates are intertwined. |
| moon birthmark: Zeus: Lost Gods Book 1 LaVerne Thompson, 2016-08-16 *WARNING* This is not an erotic romance. It does however, have sex when warranted and lots of violence and cussing. You have been warned. What if you woke up one day and found out you used to be a god? But you don’t care when you can’t save the one you love. Unless you claim your legacy and your powers, even if you have to kill your father to do it. Ze found he would do whatever he must to make sure Kassia lived. She was an innocent. Kassia lived her life for the last year under a death sentence. She had an end date of three months. This was her last chance to save herself against the thing killing her from the inside. Even accepting the will of a god. He could save her life but at what cost to her soul? When survival is everything, would you do anything to ensure that you do? Zeus- Lost Gods Book1 is a Finalist in the I Heart Indie 2018 Contest of the Vegas Chapter of RWA. Ledo- Lost Gods Book 2 is available Linc- Lost Gods Book 3 is available |
| moon birthmark: Seek The Singing Fish Roma Wells, 2022-06-23 Growing up in the lagoon town of Batticaloa, a young girl, with an unquenchable curiosity and love of the natural world, is entangled in the trauma and turmoil of the Sri Lankan civil war. Uprooted from everything she holds dear, tragedy and betrayal set in motion an unforgettable odyssey. Torn from east to west, struggling with what it means to belong, she desperately seeks a way home to the land of the singing fish. |
| moon birthmark: The Sky-Split Tapestries Megan Harper, 2025-01-07 Reclusive artist Dovra Aksu inherits more than just a tapestry from her enigmatic grandmother. Shimmering with iridescent threads, the heirloom depicts a city defying gravity, adrift in a fractured, opalescent sky—a city Dovra begins to experience in vivid, hallucinatory visions. These aren't dreams, but visceral intrusions, echoing with an ancestral memory she can’t explain. Desperate for answers, Dovra seeks out Carolyn Logan, a renowned anthropologist specializing in forgotten cultures. Logan’s research reveals a startling possibility: Dovra’s lineage might trace back to the Erimeth, a vanished race of interstellar artisans said to weave the very fabric of reality into their art. Hidden within the tapestry's intricate weave, they discover a viscous, shimmering fluid pulsing with latent energy. A single drop, and Dovra’s world dissolves, pulling her not through space, but through consciousness, directly into the heart of the Sky-Split Tapestries. The city unfolds around her, breathtakingly tangible. Buildings spiral into the fractured sky, gravity a mere suggestion, the air alive with unseen energy. A figure coalesces from sentient ink, her guide – a fragment of the Erimeth consciousness, a living record of their civilization’s tragic history. He reveals the Erimeth's mastery over dimensional manipulation, their ability to weave entire worlds into their art—an artistry that ultimately became their undoing. Now, fragments of their knowledge, their art, their very essence, reside within select bloodlines scattered across the cosmos—bloodlines like Dovra’s. Within the tapestry city, Dovra discovers her own untapped potential, a latent ability to manipulate reality inherited from her Erimeth ancestors. But with every thread she manipulates, her identity frays, human and alien warring within. On Earth, Carolyn’s research unearths a hidden community of “Weavers” and a shadowy organization, the “Order of Silenced Threads,” dedicated to eradicating any trace of the Erimeth’s existence. As Dovra’s power grows, so does the danger. The fractured geometries of the Erimeth sky begin to bleed into Earth’s reality, threatening to unravel the fabric of both worlds. Caught in a web of ancestral memory and cosmic consequence, Dovra must confront not only the Order of Silenced Threads but also her own burgeoning power, a power that could either mend a fractured reality or shatter it completely. The fate of two worlds hangs in the balance, woven into the iridescent threads of the Sky-Split Tapestries. |
| moon birthmark: The Ebon Bloom Veronica Kent, 2024-12-04 The Evernight Glade breathes in perpetual twilight, a realm where bioluminescent flora casts an eerie glow upon ancient, gnarled trees, and the intoxicating scent of night-blooming jasmine hangs heavy in the air. Seventeen-year-old Elara Thistlewood, the last Bloomwarden, carries a crushing legacy: protecting the Ebon Bloom, a mythical flower whose centennial blossoming holds the power to unravel the very fabric of reality. She feels its approaching power like a storm brewing within her, a volatile energy both terrifying and alluring. Elara's solitary existence shatters with the unexpected return of Rhys Alderwood, her childhood friend and the boy who broke her heart. Now bearing the serpentine mark of the Harbingers, a cult obsessed with controlling the Bloom, Rhys claims he seeks redemption. But the Glade itself whispers a different tale, a chilling story of ancient pacts and betrayals echoing the shattering of a forgotten god and the fracturing of his world. Can Elara trust the boy who once held her heart, or is he merely a pawn in a deadly game? The Harbingers, led by the ruthless Silas Vane, close in, their shadows stretching across the twilight landscape. Silas believes the Bloom holds the key to godhood, a chance to reshape reality in his twisted image. Into this volatile mix steps Wren Hawthorn, a cryptic herbalist who communes with the Glade’s sentient flora. Wren understands the Bloom’s whispers, the ancient language woven into its iridescent petals, and she holds the key to navigating the Glade’s treacherous pathways, guarded by hallucinogenic Whispering Vines and the spectral Gloomwings, remnants of a shattered world. Guided by visions inherited from her ancestors, visions of crumbling temples and celestial battles, Elara, Rhys, and Wren embark on a perilous quest to protect the Bloom. Each step unveils a terrifying truth: the Bloom is not merely a flower, but a fragment of the shattered god's power, a seed of both creation and destruction. As they delve deeper, they confront not only the Harbingers but also the internal struggles that bind them. Elara's resentment towards Rhys clashes with the lingering embers of their shared past. Trust becomes a fragile currency as betrayals surface, threatening to tear their uneasy alliance apart. When the Ebon Bloom finally unfolds, bathing the Glade in an otherworldly light, Silas makes his final move. Elara must confront her deepest fears and make a devastating choice: embrace the Bloom’s chaotic energy or risk its falling into Silas's hands. The fate of the Glade, and perhaps all the realms beyond, hangs in the balance. |
| moon birthmark: The Operation One True One Collection, Volume 1 Bellann Summer, [Siren Publishing: The Bellann Summer ManLove Collection: Erotic Romance, Alternative, Contemporary, Paranormal, Romantic Suspense, Shape-shifters, MM, HEA] Cameron and Keaton- Lives of emptiness, never love, only lukewarm relationships. Two families could find their true ones, if one family would stop trying to kill the other. Keaton Johnston found scrolls that told of great love, but great danger with Kodiak grizzly shifters. After meeting Cameron Kodiak, he decided to take the chance anyway. The moment Keaton walked into Cameron’s bar, he gained the shifter’s attention. Never before had the unbending, arrogant Kodiak felt this need. Acting on instincts, Cameron took Keaton to his bed, ready to claim. That is, until he saw the mark of the jackal. Somehow, Keaton managed to survive meeting and mating Cameron. Now, surviving pregnancy hormones and living with a dominating Kodiak shifter are iffy on a good day. But that is nothing compared to the threat of the Kodiak family’s terrifying alpha. Silver, makes big, bad, Cameron look like a pussy cat. And Silver is coming. What will happen when he sees the hated birthmark? Silver and Mikey- Lives of emptiness, never love, only lukewarm relationships. True ones could be found if one family would stop trying to kill the other. Alpha and bear shifter, Silver Kodiak’s word is law. With seven feet of muscle and a bad attitude, he has no problem helping others see things his way. But muscle doesn’t work when he meets his soulmate. The little guy’s either leading him on a merry chase or is up in his face, demanding things. Mikey Johnston may be tiny, but there isn’t a submissive bone in his body. Trust comes hard when he’s hunted all his life for having a purple moon birthmark. Meeting Silver fulfills his dreams. His cat doesn’t agree. Between keeping the cat’s bloodshed to a minimum, enduring a pregnancy, eating everything in sight, being kidnapped, and going into labor in a hole, Mikey’s purpose in life becomes getting rid of all the white walls, flooring…. oh, and loving his true one. Bellann Summer is a Siren-exclusive author. |
| moon birthmark: The Jeweler of Stolen Dreams M.J. Rose, 2023-02-07 A captivating tale of two passionate women separated by decades but united by a shared vision. One, the famous jeweler Suzanne Belperron, fighting to protect her company and rescue the man she loves. The other, a young auctioneer whose exceptional gifts reveal a secret that endangers her very life. “Only one thing saves you, and that is not losing sight of beauty.” Paris, 1942. Suzanne Belperron is known as one of the most innovative jewelers of her time. Elsa Schiaparelli and the Duchess of Windsor are just two of her many illustrious clients. What no one knows is that Suzanne and her dear friend, American socialite Dixie Osgood, have been helping transport hundreds of Jewish families out of France since the war began. But now, the war has come to Suzanne’s front door—the Nazis have arrested her business partner and longtime lover, Bernard Herz. New York, 1986. Violine Duplessi, an appraiser for a boutique auction house, is summoned to visit the home of Paul Osgood, a scholarly lawyer and political candidate who aspires to take over the Senate seat of his recently deceased father. Paul has inherited everything inside Osgood Manor, from the eighteenth-century furniture to the nineteenth-century Limoges china. But a vintage Louis Vuitton trunk is what calls to Violine, with the surprising but undeniable thrum of energy that can only be one thing: the gift passed down to her by La Lune, the sixteenth-century courtesan. Since childhood, Violine has been able to read an object’s history and learn the secrets of its owners by merely touching it, but she silenced her psychometry when it destroyed her last relationship. Why has it returned now? While inspecting the trunk, she senses it holds a hidden treasure and finds a hoard of precious jewels that provoke nightmarish visions and raise a multitude of questions. Who owned these pieces? Why were they hidden inside the trunk? Were they stolen? Could their discovery derail Paul’s campaign and their burgeoning attraction to each other? So begins a search that takes Violine to Paris to work with the Midas Society, a covert international organization whose mission is to return lost and stolen antiques, jewels, and artwork to their original owners. There, Violine will discover both her and Paul’s surprising connections to the trunk—and to Suzanne Belperron, who silently and heroically hid an amazing truth in plain sight. Told through Violine’s first-person account and Suzanne’s diary entries, The Jeweler of Stolen Dreams is a riveting story of magick, mystery, romance, and revenge. Inspired by the real-life legend Suzanne Belperron, it marks yet another masterpiece by New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author M.J. Rose. Reviews for The Jeweler of Stolen Dreams: “Take this magical ride. You won’t regret it! An absolute must-read!” ~ J.R. Ward, New York Times bestselling author “A dual storyline of past and not-exactly-present that had me tapping the right side of my Kindle into the wee hours of the night.” ~ Kristen Ashley, New York Times bestselling author “Rose infuses her writing with such beauty that it is nothing less than breathtaking. She doesn’t just give readers a story, she invites readers to embrace an experience.” ~ A Potpourri Of Opinions “This historical fiction was a beautiful story, in a time of turmoil for one character and a time of discovery for the other.” ~ For Love of Books |
| moon birthmark: Ever After Odessa Gillespie Black, 2015-09-01 In order to fully inherit a millionaire’s fortune, Allie Knowles must survive a month on her property—easier said than done when the enormous house is haunted by a violent ghost who claims to know Allie. But the true mystery lies with Cole Kinsley, the handsome groundskeeper. Cole and Allie have never met, though he’s been driving her wild in her dreams for years. Yet now, every effort to get closer to him pushes him further away... Cole has only ever loved one soul and that love has endured for centuries. Now that soul rests within Allie’s body and it takes everything in his power not to confess the truth. For her presence has put them both in mortal danger. Racing against the clock, Allie will have to break the ghost’s curse—or history will be doomed to repeat itself. |
| moon birthmark: Edge of Dawn Lara Adrian, 2013-02-26 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER In this pulse-pounding and thrillingly sensual novel, Lara Adrian returns to the mesmerizing world of the Midnight Breed, following new characters into a dark future where an uneasy peace can unravel into war—and a great betrayal can mask an all-consuming love. Twenty years after the terror of First Dawn—when mankind learned that vampires lived secretly among them—the threat of violence reigns as the two species struggle to coexist. The only group preserving the fragile harmony is the Order, an elite cadre of Breed warriors dedicated to protecting humans and vampires alike. And in this precarious world of torn loyalties and shattered trust, Mira, a fiery squad captain, finds that every fight bears an intensely personal cost. Raised among the Order, Mira has always believed in the warrior’s code of swift—and even lethal—justice. But the one thing she desires more than the Order’s hard-won acceptance is Kellan Archer, a sexy but troubled Breed fighter. In love with him since childhood, Mira once broke through his tough exterior during an unexpected night of rapture, but the next day he mysteriously disappeared, never to return. Kellan didn’t think he would ever see Mira again—or have to confront the truth of why he left. After abandoning the Order years ago, he now leads a band of human rebels intent on carrying out their own vigilante rule of law. Yet a high-profile kidnapping assignment brings him face-to-face with the past he sought to avoid, and the striking woman he has tried desperately to forget. And as tensions mount and the risk of bloodshed grows, Kellan and Mira must take sides—between the competing missions that dominate their lives, and the electrifying passion that claims their hearts. BONUS: This edition includes an excerpt from Lara Adrian's Crave the Night. Praise for Edge of Dawn “With an Adrian novel, readers are assured of plenty of dangerous thrills and passionate chills.”—RT Book Reviews “The eleventh installment in Adrian’s strikingly original Midnight Breed series delivers an abundance of nail-biting suspenseful chills, red-hot sexy thrills, an intricately built world, and realistically complicated and conflicted protagonists, whose happily-ever-after ending proves to be all the sweeter after what they endure to get there.”—Booklist (starred review) “Adrian has always been an impeccable writer, but as I started reading this book, I was reminded of just how amazing and talented she is. She paints a vivid picture for every scene, delves deeper into each character until readers know everything about them, and writes some of the best action sequences I've encountered in a long time. . . . Make no mistake, Lara Adrian is one of the premier authors of paranormal romance and with this book, she proves it! . . . Edge of Dawn is a game changer—a book that will revolutionize the way readers see the Midnight Breed world and stir up some excitement! Filled with angst, tortured hearts, above all, selfless love, Edge of Dawn will break your hearts and mend them back up again.”—Fresh Fiction “A spine tingling thrill ride for both old and new fans alike . . . Edge of Dawn is one of the few stories that deserve more than a five star rating.”—Night Owl Reviews “Well worth waiting for . . . Adrian once again engulfs her readers in a world or Breed loyalty, fierce passion and emotional overload. . . . The complexity of the plot will leave you stunned to say the least and in my case, left wondering what will happen next. . . . I guarantee you will be begging for more.”—Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews |
| moon birthmark: Psalm at Journey's End Erik Fosnes Hansen, 1996 The lives of seven musicians who played on the Titanic as the ship went down, describing the way their personal dramas and love of music led them to eke out a living playing waltzes for the wealthy. They come from various parts of Europe, one is an expelled English medical student, another is an Austrian trying to forget a woman. By a Norwegian writer. |
| moon birthmark: Hefnd Relvin Gonzalez, 2023-05-20 They came in the dark, silent as shadow walkers, deadly as giants. On the last night of Yule, savage raiders ransack a Viking village. Only a few survive. Years later, Eindride, the Jarl’s son, sets on a fruitless quest to avenge his clan. Upon his return, he confronts the devastating reality that he has unwittingly led his people to the same fate. His village lies in ruins, his kin slaughtered. A wanderer, who claims to have witnessed the devastation, guides the Viking to the attackers. Now Eindride’s chance at revenge lies in the hands of an enigmatic stranger. Will this treacherous path finally lead to vengeance, or his death? As part of the 444 Universe, Hefnd offers backstory depicting events occurring before Path of the Hybrids and Messengers Rising. |
| moon birthmark: Winning with Your Body, Mind, and Soul Henry Arnold Davis, 2024-10-31 Winning can be an elusive thing. Anyone who has chased a dream can relate. What does it mean to win? If once a winner, is one always a winner? Does success in one area of life make one a winner? Who decides whether someone has actually won? At their core, people are driven to overcome any challenge they face—physical, mental, or spiritual. They want to win with their bodies, minds, and souls—separately and collectively. Their desire is to be a winner in the game of life and beyond, if there is such a thing. Competitions with the body and the mind are battles. Competition with the soul is war. The War. Ideally, everyone would win the battles and the war. However, it’s okay to lose every battle and win the war. But it’s not okay to win every battle and lose the war. Victories with the body and the mind are paper victories. Winning with the soul is the only victory that matters in The End. While no one knows what will happen when they die, an analysis of the world’s top twenty-two religions/nonreligions proves that Christianity gives us the best chance at winning The War. |
| moon birthmark: Harlequin Desire June 2019 - Box Set 2 of 2 Joanne Rock, Cat Schield, Kimberley Troutte, 2019-06-01 Do you love stories with sexy, romantic heroes who have it all—wealth, status, and incredibly good looks? Harlequin® Desire brings you all this and more with these three new full-length titles in one collection! RANCHER IN HER BED Texas Cattleman’s Club: Houston by Joanne Rock Rich rancher Xander Currin isn’t looking for a relationship. Cowgirl Frankie Walsh won’t settle for anything less. When combustible desire consumes them both just as secrets from Frankie’s past come to light, will their passion survive? TAKEN BY STORM Dynasties: Secrets of the A-List by Cat Schield Isabel Withers knows her boss, hotel executive Shane Adams, should be off-limits—but the chances he’ll notice her are zilch. Until they’re stranded together in a storm and let passion rule. Can their forbidden love overcome the scandals waiting for them? STAR-CROSSED SCANDAL Plunder Cove by Kimberley Troutte When Chloe Harper left Hollywood to reunite with her family, she vowed to heal herself before hooking up with anyone. But now sexy star-maker Nicolas Medeiros is at her resort, offering her the night of her dreams. She takes it…and more. But how will she let him go? Look for Harlequin® Desire’s June 2019 Box set 1 of 2, filled with even more scandalous stories and powerful heroes! Join HarlequinMyRewards.com to earn FREE books and more. Earn points for all your Harlequin purchases from wherever you shop. |
| moon birthmark: Ever Lasting Odessa Gillespie Black, 2017-03-14 Is ever lasting love a blessing—or a curse? Thanks to their adoptive parents, Allie and Cole have shared an unwavering connection since childhood. Now teenagers, they’ve been told their bond goes deeper than friendship. Allie and Cole are soul mates, destined to fall in love with one another again and again across the ages. For Cole, who remembers the past, the news is welcome. But Allie resists what she sees as a threat to her freedom, a ghost story, perhaps even a fantastical plan designed to control her . . . In rebellion, Allie pushes Cole away—leaving him to battle the memories that haunt him and the pain of losing her once and for all. But his absence may prove too much for Allie’s heart to bear. Will she keep fighting the mysterious ties that bind them? Or will she find herself desperately pursuing the very fate she rejected—and encountering obstacles she didn’t expect? |
| moon birthmark: The Fire and the Light Glen Craney, 2013-09-15 She will defy the most powerful pope in history. As the 13th century dawns across Occitania, a brash viscountess named Esclarmonde de Foix champions her persecuted faith and shocks the Church by debating its greatest monastic minds. Centuries later, she is still revered as the Cathar Joan of Arc. Spiritual upheaval shakes Latin Christendom. In Rome, Pope Innocent III plots to crush a growing pacifist sect that preaches Christ's mission has been corrupted. In the Holy Land, warrior-monks make a disturbing discovery. In southern France, roving troubadours sing of a Holy Grail that offers salvation through the intercession of a worthy lady. And in the foothills of the Pyrenees, war clouds approach Esclarmonde's hunted heretics, who protect an ancient scroll containing shattering revelations. Declared outlaws by the Church, the Occitan knights who defend Esclarmonde's family and followers determine to make their last stand atop Montsegur, a haunting mountain keep that protects a sacred treasure. Their heroic resistance against the papal and French armies evokes the legendary defiance of the Jewish rebels against the Roman legions at Masada. Myth and history collide in this sweeping saga of crusading fanaticism, courtly romance, knightly valor, and monastic conspiracy set during the infamous Albigensian Crusade. START READING THE FIRE AND THE LIGHT TODAY. * * * Foreword Book-of-the-Year Finalist/Honorable Mention Historical Fiction * * * * * * NIEA Award for Best New Fiction * * * * * * Nautilus Silver Award * * * * * * IPPY Silver Award * * * * * * Eric Hoffer Award Finalist/Honorable Mention * * * * * * Da Vinci Eye Award Finalist * * * What Readers Are Saying: [C]learly well-researched, but more importantly for a novel, it tells a thoroughly engrossing story. — HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY I loved this book! Mr. Craney has woven a wonderful story around the little known facts and the many myths that surround St. Esclarmonde de Foix and the Cathars at Montsegur. Get thee to a bookseller! — REV. MOTHER ANASTASIA, ABBESS OF THE ORDER OF ST. ESCLARMONDE This book is clearly well-researched, but more importantly for a novel, it tells a thoroughly engrossing story. — ANN K. D. MYERS, THE HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY A marvel of a tale, tied quite firmly into what facts there are, and woven deftly into a tapestry touching those facts and connecting them into a tale at once enjoyable and alarming. — THOUGHTS AND PLACES REVIEWS Tenets of the Cathar faith are explained and many of Esclarmonde’s mystical experiences beautifully rendered. — BOOKCROSSING |
| moon birthmark: Raintree Linda Howard, Linda Winstead Jones, Beverly Barton, 2008-10-01 Inferno by New York Times bestselling author Linda Howard Two hundred years after the Raintree clan defeated them, the Ansara wizards are rising up again to take on their bitterest foes. As king, it's up to Dante Raintree to protect his clan, but when Lorna Clay walks into his life, suddenly fire, always his to control, defeats him, leaving him wondering whether Lorna is to blame. Will Dante's strength be enough to win the fight of his life? Sanctuary by New York Times bestselling author Beverly Barton For Mercy Raintree, war with the evil Ansara clan means she must assume her position as guardian of the Sanctuary—the sacred Raintree home deep in the Smoky Mountains. But doing so threatens to disclose her most precious secret. Dranir Judah Ansara wants to kill Mercy, personally. Then he comes face-to-face with her—and with her daughter, Eve. Will Mercy's closely guarded secret change not only the outcome of the battle…but also Judah's own bitter heart? Haunted by RITA® Award winner Linda Winstead Jones Homicide detective Gideon Raintree can harness electricity and talk to ghosts. To solve his newest case—a relentless serial killer unleashed by the dark Ansara wizards—he will need to wield gifts he's kept hidden. With evil lurking at every turn, Gideon and his alluring new partner, Hope Mallory, are in a race against time to save their love, their family…and their newly conceived child. |
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