Book mentions in this thread

  • Votes: 8

    Calculated Murder (Cranston Mysteries)

    by H.G. Ahedi

    Lawyer and businessman, Roumoult Cranston is notorious for solving bizarre cases. For him, the scandalous murder of millionaire playboy Garner Moss by a rich ex-model holds no interest. But fate intervenes when Roumoult becomes a prime suspect and is drawn into the tantalising murder investigation. Suddenly he's in the spotlight, hassled by the media and scrutinized by NYPD detectives. To make matters worse, in his attempts to solve one murder, he uncovers two more bodies and moves to the top of the suspect list. Frustrated, he wonders if his situation could get any worse. Disaster strikes when Roumoult traces a minor inconsistency in Moss's life and unlocks a Pandora's box. The murder investigation turns darker, throwing Roumoult and the NYPD detectives into a race against time. Note to readers - Calculated Murder is a part of Cranston Mysteries. All books in this collection have the same main characters and as the plots are not connected these can be read as standalone novels.
  • Votes: 7

    Behind Blue Eyes

    by Mark S Miller

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    Echoes of the Gidat

    by Eme' Savage

    from sneakers & jeans...is a beginner's guide for teen girls, filled with the health and life information that can take you from the sneakers and jeans of youth to a healthy adulthood. This guide was written with you and your needs in mind. And in it, you will learn valuable information on self-worth, dating and sex, safety, and many other topics that are important to you. But most of all, you will learn that you put a value on your life and your body. "I LOVE this book. Usually when you read books like this, it sounds like it's written by old people. But this one isn't like that. I REALLY enjoyed it. It was a lot of fun to read." Marisol, 7th grader
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    Edge of the Breach (Rift Cycle Book 1)

    by Halo Scot

    Loosely based on the Odyssey, this landmark of modern literature follows ordinary Dubliners through an entire day in 1904. Captivating experimental techniques range from interior monologues to exuberant wordplay and earthy humor.
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    The Key Masters of Telemma

    by J.S. Frankel

    Bill Newell and Carla Meadows, both seventeen and both dying, live out their final days in a palliative care center in Portland, Oregon. Bill has no hope of recovering, but the appearance of a strange key on his bed one day intrigues him. Carla receives the same key, and soon they find themselves in a pocket universe ruled by one being, a being-not-a-being named Malgorath who wields immense power. Malgorath makes them a deal. Find four keys, ones of silver, gold, glass, and paper, and return them to him. Upon their retrieval, he will cure them of their illness and send them back to Earth. For Malgorath, the keys are the key to finding Falnarth, a mythical world that holds many secrets. Bill and Carla have no secrets to discover, save life. With no choice in the matter, they agree to the terms and soon find themselves journeying to worlds of silver, gold—ruled by robots—glass, ruled by a power-mad queen, and one of wood. Each key’s retrieval is more dangerous than the last but Bill and Carla are determined to succeed in their quest. However, they soon realize that Malgorath has his own agenda, and they must do everything in their power before the demon can fuse the keys together and destroy—and recreate—the universe.
  • Votes: 7

    The Moon Hunters

    by Anya Pavelle

    For fans of The Hunger Games, Divergent, and The Gender Game comes a captivating new story like no other. The Pestilence sweeps the globe with terrifying speed. A group of survivors finds an island sanctuary. Three generations later, no one has heard from the outside world in years. The old radio only crackles with static. The Pestilence either finished its job or the world tore itself apart. In the Village of Lehom, Leilani has been called to court as a Virtue by the King. Going to court means losing her independence and self-respect. Unfortunately, she doesn't have a choice. Leilani decides to take a stand; the King be damned. She plans a daring escape and sets in motion a series of events that will shake the foundation of her village and the island to its core. What reviewers are saying: "This is an engaging story with complex but believable characters and an interesting presentation of story- a journal, a retelling of the past, and an exploration of the present. Anya moves seamlessly among those sources to develop themes of resilience, courage and integrity within three unique cultures. A great read....one of the few books that demands both a prequel and a sequel! Thank you, Anya, for sharing this with us all!" -StoryCollector "If you're a fan of Divergent, The Maze Runner, and The Hunger Games, this is the perfect book for you. I love a good dystopian thriller and Moon Hunters did not disappoint. While borrowing themes from the classics, the plot is unique. The characters are very well developed and you can't help but rally behind them. The story pulled me in within the first few pages and I had a hard time putting it down. I highly recommend it." -Eric S. "I highly recommend "The Moon Hunters" by Anya Pavelle. It's a great story of standing up for what you believe in. It also features a strong female lead character. The book is a thrilling example of excellent post-apocalyptic sci-fi at its best. The author crafts a tale that is both an epic worldbuilder and riveting adventure. Do yourself a favor and grab a copy. You'll be glad you did." -DTM
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    Rise of the Transgenics (Catnip Book 2)

    by J.S. Frankel

    Harry Goldman is back once more, and this time he's living the domestic life up in the Catskill Mountains with Anastasia, his transgenic girlfriend. At the end of Catnip 2: Rise of the Transgenics, he went through the same process as Anastasia did. Now he's the same as she is, and their only wish is to be left alone and to live their lives in peace. Their peace is shattered by the arrival of a pig-man named Istvan. It seems that Istvan escaped from a laboratory in Hungary where yet another scientist was conducting transgenic experiments. In short order, the young couple is confronted by Szabo, a giant of a man who is more shark than man. He has plans not only for himself but also for others who wish to become as he is. This is something that Harry cannot allow. Soon he, Anastasia and Istvan are circling the globe and making stops in Hungary and Serbia. Their journey ends in Russia where it all began. There, Harry meets the real brains behind the transgenics program and is once more involved with his girlfriend in a battle against those who'd destroy society, a battle that could very well cost them their lives.
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    Benjamin's Hidden World

    by Mrs Maria Groseanu

    This comprehensive book is more than a complete reference on knee fractures and associated injuries: it is also a decision-making and surgical guide that will assist trauma, knee, sports medicine, and total joint surgeons in planning and executing specific procedures for different traumatic conditions of the knee. Each chapter addresses a particular condition and its management, explaining the traumatic mechanism and preoperative workup and then describing in detail the surgical steps, from patient positioning to the postoperative regimen. Guidance is also provided on complications and their management, and to complete the coverage, results from the relevant literature are described. The authors are world-renowned experts keen to share their knowledge and expertise regarding specific traumatic conditions of the knee. Both experienced surgeons and orthopedic residents will find this book to be an invaluable tool that will improve their practice when dealing with knee fractures.
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    Black Moon

    by Tegon Maus

    People of Few Words - Volume 5 is the fifth collection of work by contributors to the Short Humour Site from across the world. It contains one piece of 500 word 'Short Humour' by each of fifty writers, together with a brief biography of each writer.
  • Votes: 1

    Blood on the Throne

    by Mr Kadi Bello

    This textbook provides a comprehensive introduction to the political systems of all ASEAN countries and Timor-Leste from a comparative perspective. It investigates the political institutions, actors and processes in eleven states, covering democracies as well as autocratic regimes. Each country study includes an analysis of the current system of governance, the party and electoral system, and an assessment of the state, its legal system and administrative bodies. Students of political science and regional studies will also learn about processes of democratic transition and autocratic persistence, as well as how civil society and the media influence the political culture in each country.
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    El Misterio de Crowswood (Spanish Edition)

    by Johnn A. Escobar

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    Elven Quest Series

    by Laura E. Thompson

    Join Isobel and her companions on an exciting adventure full of magic, love and excitement in the Elven Quest Trilogy, the first three novels in the series. Included in this compilation are;Elven Quest Book 1: The Burden of Destiny follows a young heroine's quest to find her place and save her people. It will inspire readers by addressing the meaning of trust, duty, loss, love, and the importance of preserving the world in which we all belong.Elven Quest Book 2: The enchanting journey continues with book two of Elven Quest: Elemental's Favor, as we follow our young heroine Isobel and her band of irreplaceable companions. They will face new challenges, encounter new magic and learn more about each other and the elements that surround them. The group travels toward Undrean in an attempt to put an end to the evil Madeara, who plans to plunge the realm into darkness and misery.Elven Quest Book 3: Book three of Elven Quest: Realization of Truth, is an exciting, climatic end of the journey, full of endearing moments with familiar faces. Isobel must unravel hidden truths and attempt to gain the trust of the remaining Elementals. She will not have any hope of beating her sister and her forces without the
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    Jasmine Perez and Another Realm.

    by Joharra Harper

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    Jasmine Perez and the Wicked Sorceress (Jasmine Perez Series)

    by Joharra Harper

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    RESENTMENT

    by Twenty 3

    World is like a game of chess what clever by clever mistake coincidentally what life is not happy death is not bitter i impermanence who saw it is said that suicide suicide against buddha meaning will fall into the hell suffering suffering who knows the impermanence of reincarnation seeking death to live 100 strong strong can not hold as do rao refers to soft her gentle attitude of lowering eyebrows could not win the care of her husband s soft language and gentle voice lover married her not for love only for the parents of three years if the engagement is not fulfilled fu en will be broken first beautiful as jade if the old man down the hall
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    Lightseekers

    by Femi Kayode

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    Shadows & Starstone

    by Cheryl S. Mackey

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    The Oath & Blood Price

    by Mr Peter-Shaun Tyrell

    Shiva has accepted his destiny, but it has brought him to despair. Can he heal himself and the people who look to him as a god? Today, Shiva is a god. But four thousand years ago, he was just a man - until he brought his people to Meluha, a near-perfect empire founded by the great king Lord Ram. There he realised he was the Neelkanth, a barbarian long prophesied to be Meluha's saviour. But in his hour of victory fighting the Chandravanshis - Meluha's enemy - he discovered they had their own prophecy. Now he must fight to uncover the treachery within his inner circle, and unmask those who are about to destroy all that he has fought for. Shiva is about to learn that good and evil are two sides of the same coin . . .
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    The Project Sare.

    by Miguel Silvestris Pizzuto

    In a case of mistaken identity, princess Marina and her jester Karl are taken to distant a moon far away from their home planet. Here they meet the king of the Moon. The king is a mystical magical creature, who for years has being trying to find his lost wife - a fairy named Princess.Princess Marina has an idea to help him. She suggests that if the king of the Moon share's his story, they could find a clue as to where his lost wife might be. In order to share his story the king of the Moon gave Karl a book in blank where he would write everything down on it, then princess Marina drew and added all the illustrations. The king of the Moon then tells his tale, and it's full of unpredictable twists and surprises on every turn, with warriors, robots, mercenaries and never seen before creatures.
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    The Woman Who Walked Among the Stars

    by Daniel Deisinger

    Lausanne, Switzerland. In the cathedral tower lives a strange boy with a limp who talks to the bells. In a luxury penthouse lives a high-class prostitute who's in mortal danger. And in a low-rent hotel lives a private investigator who has no idea how he got there. Jay Harper finds himself in Switzerland on the trail of a missing Olympic athlete. A hard drinker, he can barely remember how he got home last night, let alone why he accepted this job. When he meets the stunning but aloof Katherine in a hotel bar, he quickly realises that he's not the only one in town who's for hire. She's a high-class hooker who can't believe her luck. Which is about to change. For the worse. In the meantime, Marc Rochat spends his time in the belfry talking to the statues, his cat and the occasional ghost. His job is to watch over Lausanne at night and to wait for the angel his mother told him he'd one day have to save. When he sees Katherine, he thinks his moment has come. Which indeed it has. But not in a good way...
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    Tools of the Trade

    by Wayland Smith

    When Mike Jolson loses his wife to a drunk driver, he's devastated by her loss. When the driver gets away with it, his rage attracts the attention of powerful mystical beings. He makes a deal with forces he doesn't fully comprehend, and, in exchange for his revenge, becomes their servant in the mortal world.Mike can't remember what happens while he does their bidding, and loses chunks of time, forcing him to work alone in his home rehabbing business. Matters come to a head when strange things begin to happen in his "normal" life and his self-imposed isolation is challenged by new friends. Can he figure out what he's agreed to do, and for who, before what he doesn't know not only hurts him, but also spills over onto the new people in his life?