![]() ![]() ![]() The Princes’ biggest challenge, however, proves not to be their opposing Elemental Spirits, but convincing Karissa to submit to their rules.Īs Fire and Ice clash in the bedroom, an enemy moves in, plotting to destroy the Fire Princes’ future with their new bride. They greet her with a carefree playfulness, wanting to give her time, but things quickly heat up between them. Twin brothers Tyral and Callan know Karissa is their mate as soon as they see her. And she certainly does not expect to have two mates-let alone for those mates to be the Princes of the Fire Court. But she does not expect to find her betrothed-especially not before her search has even begun. ![]() Because of the power she holds, Karissa knows she will have to embark on that journey far earlier than most women in the Ice Court. One thing is universal in all the Elemental Realms-women are told when to seek a mate. ![]()
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![]() ![]() They’ll have to search for clues and follow the mystery wherever it leads-even if it’s to the eerie pond at the end of the street that’s said to have its own sinister secrets. Now, Quinn’s determined to keep the investigation going with the help of Mike, her neighbor and maybe-crush. When he was alive, they’d come up with all sorts of theories about the Oldies. If her dad were still around, he’d believe her. Are they vampires? Or aliens? Or getting secret experimental surgeries? Or is Quinn’s imagination just running wild again? ![]() She calls them “the Oldies” because they’ve lived on Goodie Lane for as long as anyone can remember, but they never seem to age. Thirteen-year-old Quinn Parker knows that there’s something off about her neighbors. Something strange is happening on Goodie Lane. Overall, it was a good set up for the next book and an age appropriate story for a younger audience. Otherwise, I’m not sure I would have continued to be honest. Things don’t really start picking up till the halfway mark, and I was curious to find out more about the Oldies, which was what kept me going in the first place. This was a slow burn read with a bit of repetitiveness, but the author does a nice job of leaving you with a trail of bread crumbs to follow. ![]() I was too old for Goosebumps by the time they released, but I did start reading some with my 8 year old son recently. ![]() I was a Fear Street reader back in the day. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() While it is a little less intense on the spooky factor than other stories in this post, it certainly has its moments What it is, though, is a beautifully emotional story of love lost, love found, and laying the past to rest. Details Lambda Literary Award WinnerBest Gay Romance 2021 Bad enough the big old house Charlie Muir inherits is next door to Ian Gregg, the most gorgeous guy he's ever seenit also happens to be occupied by Rachel, the ghost who keeps running off his dates. With the help of the meddling ghost, a magical mirror, and a way too Smart TV, they find answers.and more.And as things heat up between Charlie and Ian, they begin to wonder if Rachel's meddling has gone too far.Doesn't Rachel know Ian is straight?Or is he?That kiss they shared the other night sure didn't seem like it.Or the one after that. The Ghost and Charlie Muir was my first ever book by Felice Stevens, and it certainly whet my appetite for more. ![]() Curious of the friendship between the two men pictured, Charlie and Ian set off to solve the mystery of their relationship. ![]() It's impossible to get any loving when the bed starts shaking.and not because you're having fun in it.When Ian helps Charlie search for the source of strange noises in his house, they stumble upon a stack of photographs hiding century-old secrets. Bad enough the big old house Charlie Muir inherits is next door to Ian Gregg, the most gorgeous guy he's ever seen-it also happens to be occupied by Rachel, the ghost who keeps running off his dates. We're sorry this specific copy is no longer available. ![]() ![]() The short chapters make great bedtime reads-though beware! You might be tempted to stay up all night playing Underfoodle or the Frying-Pan Game. ![]() ![]() Plus, she''s their mom, so she always gives them a ride home. The inventive, energetic brothers have a warm sibling relationship (even when they''re trying to make each other snarf milk out of their noses), and though they get called into the Principal''s office now and then, the trouble they make is always in good fun. They sing songs, make up games, and always come out on top in the end. Whether it''s catching a bank robber, finding hidden treasure while cleaning the house, or overthrowing a wicked king, the Riot brothers are clever, resourceful, and just plain funny. It''s no easy task, but Wilbur and Orville Riot are up to the challenge. Riot Brother Rule Number One: Make something exciting happen every day. ![]() ![]() ![]() Heidegger's idea of aletheia, or disclosure ( Erschlossenheit), was an attempt to make sense of how things in the world appear to human beings as part of an opening in intelligibility, as "unclosedness" or "unconcealedness". See Being and Time for a description of his overall project, and to give some context to these technical terms. Heidegger's overall analysis is quite involved, taking in a lot of the history of philosophy. Other related terms are also explained below. Science itself is an attitude, one that attempts a kind of neutral investigation. more basic than, the various sciences of the individual items in the world. ![]() For Heidegger, such "attitudes" are prior to, i.e. Two of his most basic neologisms, present-at-hand and ready-to-hand, are used to describe various attitudes toward things in the world. ![]() Such was the depth of change that he found it necessary to introduce many neologisms, often connected to idiomatic words and phrases in the German language. Martin Heidegger, the 20th-century German philosopher, produced a large body of work that intended a profound change of direction for philosophy. For the documentary film by Ruspoli, see Being in the World. ![]() ![]() ![]() There are a total of 13 stories, of which five were original to the collection and eight previously published. Published works SeriesĪll short fiction is collected in Sharp Ends: Stories from the World of the First Law (April 2016). The stand-alone novels remain with Gollancz in the UK but will be published by Orbit Books in the United States. ![]() The original trilogy is published by Gollancz in the UK and Pyr in the United States. ![]() The full series consists of a trilogy, three stand-alone novels, short stories, and a second trilogy, titled The Age of Madness, of which the third book was published in September 2021. The First Law is the title of the original trilogy in the series, but is also used to refer to the series as a whole. The First Law is a fantasy series written by British author Joe Abercrombie. ![]() ![]() ![]() For both women, the desire for a perfect life can turn perfectly dangerous. But beneath their cordial interactions is a wealth of temptations, secrets, and toxic jealousy. As Neena's secret fixation grows, so does her friendship with Cat. When Neena's infatuation escalates into obsession, it's just a matter of eliminating a few obstacles to get the life she wants. It's also making Neena aware of what she doesn't have. This beautiful new town is a step in the right direction. A life coach with off-the-rack dresses, personal issues, and a husband who hasn't delivered, she's anxious to move up in the world. Neena Ryder isn't a fellow lady of leisure. While cautious, a good neighbor like Cat greets them with open arms and warm hospitality. Then a friendly new couple moves into the estate next door. ![]() Cat Winthorpe has worked hard to get what she has: a gorgeous home social standing and William, her successful, handsome husband. Watch your husband, watch your friends, and watch your back. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Love, loss, danger, and redemption are all part of this set-in-Seattle book-club favorite. Garth Stein’s phenomenal bestseller takes us inside the mind of Enzo, a wise and loyal mutt who dreams of being a race car driver just like his best friend, Denny. The Art of Racing in the Rain The New York Times bestselling novel from Garth Stein-a heart-wrenching but deeply funny and ultimately uplifting story of. What if your dog could tell you what he’s really thinking? Adapted by Myra Platt | Directed by Carol Roscoe ![]() ![]() Niall was studying screenwriting and directing. I was 21, and had graduated from the University of Kent. I met my husband, Niall, at the National Film and Television school, where I worked as a studio manager's assistant. He was a very nice chap, but we split because he had different ideas of where he wanted the relationship to go. She was working for a clothing manufacturer and he also worked there. I met my first boyfriend, Tony, via my mother. From that point on, boys became less of a mystery. But when I turned 16, I started working part-time as a checkout girl in a supermarket. It was girls only – as was my next school, Wycombe High – so boys were unattainable back then. I grew up in Buckinghamshire, in south-east England, and initially I went to Pipers Corner School. My father died in 2002, and I miss him every day He also played ice hockey, which was unusual in the UK. He didn't bother to teach us – we'd put the skates on and off he'd go. But he used to take my younger brother, Daniel, and me ice-skating, as he was a superb skater. My mother did everything for us really, as my father was a bit hands-off. ![]() ![]() ![]() Much of this novel is about records: Harry’s bird watching diary Betty’s record of her children’s illnesses Hazel’s nature diary and Harry’s letters to Michael. It has something to do with the lungs and the taking in and expelling of air.’ ‘Time, in Harry’s understanding is measured in the body. Unfortunately, Harry hasn’t spoken with Betty before writing these letters for Michael. Perhaps, if Harry had known more about sex, been both less ignorant and less eager, his wife wouldn’t have left him. Harry is something of a father figure for Michael and Hazel, and when he realises how confused Michael is about ‘things with girls’ he writes to Michael about the things he wished he’d known at the same age. Betty works at the aged-care centre in town, worries about her children (Michael and Hazel) and imagines a physical relationship with Harry. ![]() Betty, the woman next door, is bringing up two children on her own. Harry was once married, but his wife left him for another birdwatcher. Harry is a dairy farmer and keen birdwatcher, tending his cows in accordance with the rhythms of milking and breeding. It’s 1953, and just outside the small country town of Cohuna in adjacent farmhouses live Harry and Betty. ‘And adults are part of this pretence – they hold one thing in their hand and call it another.’ ![]() |