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In a world torn apart by ancient magic, Lyra never imagined she would hold the fate of the Shattered Realm in her hands. Guided by a mysterious, ethereal creature, she discovers the Lost Sigil, a crystal of immense power capable of mending the fractures in the skyand in the world itself. But claiming it is only the beginning. Shadows of betrayal lurk in the city of glass, testing her trust and courage, while the Rifta bottomless chasm of fear and memorythreatens to consume her entirely. To save the realm, Lyra must face her deepest doubts, confront the darkness within, and make choices that could either heal or destroy everything she loves. Brimming with magic, danger, and heart, Whispers of the Shattered Realm is a gripping fantasy adventure about courage, destiny, and the strength found in embracing ones true self.

Detective Nathan Cole has seen every kind of murderuntil Eleanor Vance. Found dead at her desk, a cup of violet tea by her side and a cryptic note scrawled in red ink: "Not all poisons kill the body." What begins as a simple case spirals into a chilling hunt through Londons rain-soaked streets, where science and obsession blur into madness. The trail leads to a vanished toxicologist, a secret research group known as Project Ichor, and a leather-bound notebook that holds formulas capable of killing not just the fleshbut belief itself.As Cole digs deeper, hes forced to confront a truth more corrosive than cyanide: that some poisons are written, not brewedand once read, they can never be forgotten.The Poisoners Notebook is a dark, intelligent detective thriller about obsession, science, and the fine line between cure and curse.

Detective Alex Mercer thought hed seen it alluntil a cryptic message drags him into a web of danger he cant ignore. "Check the wires. Cold runs deep." Simple words, yet deadly in their precision. A series of hidden signals, a mysterious network, and lives silently manipulated force Alex to follow a trail that leads from dark city alleys to abandoned docks, and finally to a rooftop confrontation that will change everything.With every pulse of the wires, the line between hunter and hunted blurs. Faces he trusts become targets, choices he makes are anticipated, and a shadowy network reveals its ruthless control. To survive, Alex must unravel the truth behind the Cold Wirebefore it claims him too.Cold Wire is a gripping mystery thriller of suspense, deception, and relentless tension that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last pulse.

When Detective Marcus Lane receives a cryptic message"Midnight. Confession. Eastside Bridge. Alone."he doesnt expect it to pull him into one of the darkest cases of his career. What begins as a mysterious late-night meeting quickly spirals into a web of secrets, manipulation, and hidden motives. A hooded confessor, a frightened bartender, and a journalist haunted by the trutheach holds a piece of a puzzle that someone is willing to kill to keep buried.As Lane follows a trail of coded notes, photographs, and lies, he finds himself caught between the citys corruption and his own conscience. Every clue draws him closer to a truth that could shatter everythingand every midnight brings a new confession.The Midnight Confession is a gripping detective thriller about guilt, deception, and the price of truth in a city that never sleeps. When the clock strikes twelve, no secret stays silent for long.

Discover the profound wisdom of one of humanitys most influential thinkers a teacher whose words shaped civilizations, moral philosophy, leadership, and personal conduct for over 2,500 years.The Confucius Collection gathers the essential writings attributed to the Master, presenting his teachings on virtue, harmony, family, society, learning, and the cultivation of character with clarity and reverence.At the heart of this collection lies The Analects, a timeless masterpiece of conversation, reflection, and moral insight. Alongside it, this edition may include other classical materials connected to Confucian tradition offering readers a deeper understanding of the values that guided ancient China and continue to inspire the world today.Confucius speaks with simplicity and depth. His teachings encourage compassion, discipline, respect, self-improvement, and the pursuit of balance in all aspects of life. Admired by scholars, leaders, educators, and seekers of wisdom, his philosophy remains essential for anyone interested in ethics, personal growth, cultural history, or the foundations of Eastern thought.This beautifully formatted edition offers a clean, accessible reading experience ideal for study, reflection, and daily inspiration.Embrace the teachings that have endured for millennia add this essential Confucius collection to your library today.

Living in the eye of the hurricane. Thats been my life as a Foster Carer. Mostly, its been in a peacefully calm and loving place that is, however, constantly surrounded by the raging storms of trauma, fury and teenage angst. Drugs, drink, crime and all the horrors of abuse can come to visit and disrupt our lives but a loving home survives and is always shelter from the storm and sometimes for the storm.I would not for anything change a life that has also allowed me so many wonderful, crazy and magical experiences whilst showing so many young people that there is a path to a different life and that a storm can pass and be recovered from. Most of all, I have been blessed to look after some amazing young people who have enriched my life as you will see from the stories of my life in the Shadowlands.A single man, a Foster Carer raising other peoples children for over 35 years and always looking forward to the next storm that a Social Worker brings to my door.

Enter a realm where the veil between worlds grows thin, and every whisper in the dark hints at something beyond human understanding.The Complete Supernatural Stories by Algernon Blackwood gathers the full spectrum of his eerie, mystical, and awe-inspiring talesworks that shaped modern supernatural fiction and influenced greats like H.P. Lovecraft and William Butler Yeats.Blackwoods stories blend atmospheric terror with spiritual curiosity and a profound sense of cosmic mystery. From haunted forests and ancient spirits to strange transformations, spectral encounters, and forces of nature that feel alive, each tale immerses you in a world where the unseen becomes unforgettable.Celebrated for his poetic prose, psychological depth, and ability to evoke both fear and wonder, Blackwood remains one of the most masterful ghost-story writers in literary history. His stories continue to captivate readers and scholars, inspiring adaptations across film, radio, and stage. This beautifully formatted complete edition presents his supernatural works in one essential volumeperfect for fans of classic horror, gothic literature, and metaphysical storytelling.If you love stories that tingle the spine, stir the imagination, and linger long after the last page, this collection is your gateway to one of the genres true legends.Unlock the mysteries of the unseenadd this extraordinary supernatural collection to your library today.

When the Great Crystal of Aeloria shatters, the world splits into fractured realms each piece trapped in its own frozen moment of time. Kael, a young mage burdened by the guilt of his failed spell, awakens in the aftermath to find reality torn apart. Guided by cryptic visions and a mysterious voice that whispers from the shards, he embarks on a perilous journey to restore the realms before darkness consumes them all. Alongside a warrior who has lost her memory and a spirit bound to the wind, Kael must uncover the truth of the magic that broke their world and the secret within himself that could mend it.The Shattered Realm is a gripping fantasy tale of redemption, destiny, and the fragile balance between creation and destruction. As the final fragments of time fall away, one choice will determine whether the world is rebornor forever lost to the void.

When wealthy businessman Victor Lang disappears without a trace, Detective Alex Mercer is drawn into a labyrinth of secrets, lies, and danger. A mysterious brass key, cryptic clues, and a trail leading through the citys darkest alleys hint at a plot far more sinister than a simple disappearance. As Mercer navigates the underworld of Eastbridge, he uncovers connections to an old, unsolved caseghosts of the past that threaten not only Langs life but his own. With every step, the shadows tighten their grip, and Mercer must confront a cunning mastermind who always seems one move ahead. In a city where trust is rare and betrayal lurks around every corner, Mercer races against time to untangle the web of deceit, face the alleyway trap, and reveal the shocking truth. Shadows in the Alley is a gripping detective thriller full of suspense, twists, and a tension that will keep readers on edge until the final revelation.

Mia Rowan thought she was just another cybersecurity analyst until her own algorithm predicted her death. AURA, the cutting-edge system she helped develop, was supposed to prevent crime, not control fate. But when the line between prediction and reality blurs, Mia finds herself targeted by a shadow version of herself, a digital twin built to anticipate every move she makes.With time running out, and allies disappearing one by one, Mia must outsmart the system she created before it executes its final sequence. As reality fractures and identity becomes a weapon, survival may mean merging with the very algorithm that wants her erased.The Shadow Algorithm is a pulse-pounding thriller of technology, obsession, and the terrifying possibility that your reflection may not be your own.

When Eleanor Vances husband Henrya respected cartographerdies under mysterious circumstances, shes left alone in their creaking old house filled with unfinished maps and unanswered questions. But a hidden letter beneath the floorboards changes everything. It warns her: "Follow the red lines, not the rivers. Trust no one."Haunted by grief and suspicion, Eleanor begins tracing the strange red markings her husband left behind, leading her to an abandoned chapel and a network of forgotten tunnels buried beneath the countryside. As she descends deeper, she uncovers a secret powerful enough to destroy livesand learns Henrys death was no accident.Pursued by a detective with secrets of his own and shadowed by those who will kill to keep the truth buried, Eleanor must decide how far shes willing to go to finish what her husband started. The Widows Map is a gripping mystery of love, betrayal, and the hidden lines that connect us alleven beyond death.

Detective Elias Hart knows the citys secrets, but some shadows are darker than others. When a series of mysterious disappearances strikes at the same hour, he discovers a cryptic ledger, a trail of clues, and a web of deception that leads him deep into the citys underbelly. With Officer Mara Reyes at his side and a mysterious stranger offering guidance, Elias must navigate a maze of misdirection, hidden motives, and calculated danger. Every clue uncovers more questions, every shadow hides a threat, and the next vanishing hour approaches with chilling precision. In a city where nothing is as it seems, Elias must outwit a cunning adversary before another innocent life is lost. Shadows Between Clues is a gripping detective thriller of suspense, intrigue, and the relentless pursuit of truth, where every decision could be fatal.

When an ordinary delivery driver discovers a mysterious key that hums with an otherworldly pulse, his quiet life shatters overnight. Shadowy forces begin hunting him, ancient secrets resurface, and every locked door suddenly holds a dangerous possibility. With time running out, he must uncover the truth behind the keys originbefore it unlocks something that was never meant to be released.

A personal ramble around the book world from the man who has experienced all sides of it.A handbook, a demystification and an intimate history of the wide literary world. Written with Peter Finchs characteristic good humour, The Literary Business relates through bitingly well-observed vignettes how it is and how it was over the past six decades.This book has something for everyone: writers, academics, critics and other enthusiasts in search of a no-holds-barred personal history; administrators wishing to navigate the obstacle course that is funding writers and writing; fans hunting data on the Poetry wars of the 70s, and fellow litterateurs who will want to check whether they have received a mention in these pages. If youre new to the game and seeking publication, or just someone who enjoys the cut and thrust of the literary world, then this book is for you.Few others in Wales know the business and how we got here like Finch does. And few others will have been capable of reporting back in such an entertaining fashion.

Bullseyes and Blunders: Lessons from 100 Cases in Pharmaceutical Marketing is a first-of-its-kind of a book. The book is an invaluable resource for the practitioners as well as the students of pharmaceutical marketing. The case studies presented in the book offer many experiential insights into how some of the worlds renowned pharmaceutical marketers built, launched, defended and managed their brands and steered them clear of competition. The Bullseyes in the book present a snapshot of these winning brands. Studying the Blunders or failures or flops too is significant for the practitioners and students of marketing alike. Because these provide the much-needed insights into the essential, Donts while building and managing their brands. Bullseyes and Blunders provides a more practical understanding of various topics that are highly relevant for the Pharma brand managers and marketing managers. These are market opportunity analysis, product positioning, product launches, life cycle management, building and defending a disease-franchise among others.Contents:1. The Pharmaceutical Market2. The Pharmaceutical Product3. Therapeutic Leadership4. Product Launch Strategy5. Life Cycle Management6. Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices: Good and Bad7. Disease Branding8. Blue Ocean Strategy9. The Pricing Strategies10. Pharma and Social Media

Rediscover the unforgettable voices that reshaped English literature with passion, defiance, and emotional power.The Complete Novels of the Bronte Sisters brings together the masterpieces of Charlotte, Emily et Anne Bronte, offering a sweeping journey through gothic romance, psychological depth, fierce independence, and the raw beauty of human emotion.From the haunting moors of Wuthering Heights, to the fiery resilience of Jane Eyre, the bold social clarity of Agnes Grey, and the rarely explored brilliance of The Tenant of Wildfell Hall, this collection presents every completed novel from three of the most influential writers of the 19th century.Their stories explore love, obsession, morality, identity, and the struggle for freedom in a world full of constraints. With atmospheric settings, unforgettable characters, and themes that continue to resonate across generations, the Brontes novels remain some of the most cherished and studied works in world literature. This beautifully formatted edition offers a refined, immersive reading experienceperfect for longtime admirers, students of classic literature, and new readers discovering the Brontes for the first time.If you love powerful heroines, brooding landscapes, intense romance, and emotional storytelling that never grows old, this complete collection is an absolute treasure.Step into the world of the Bronte sistersadd this essential literary collection to your library today.

A single phone call changes everything. At 2:14 a.m., Alex answers a late-night ring only to hear a distorted voice whisper: "Theyre watching you." What begins as a chilling prank spirals into a nightmare of paranoia and fear. Strange shadows appear where they shouldnt, coworkers act strangely distant, and a mysterious flip phone begins delivering cryptic warnings. When an unmarked envelope arrives with a flash drive containing recordings of Alexs lifefootage taken without their knowledgethe line between safety and danger vanishes. Someone knows Alexs every move. Someone knows Alexs secrets. And as the calls grow clearer and the messages darker, Alex realizes this is not just surveillance its a countdown. Every chapter pulls the reader deeper into a world where trust is impossible, the truth is hidden in the static, and one question remains: when the clock hits zero, what happens next?

In a world where fate is spun by invisible threads, Eira, a gifted Weaver, holds the power to shape destiny itself. But when she saves Ronan, a cursed man bound to the Moons Hunt, her own thread begins to unravel. Drawn together by a force neither fully understands, they flee through shadowed forests and forgotten ruinschased by those who serve the Moons will.As Eira discovers the truth about her bloodline and the tapestry her mother left behind, she learns that breaking Ronans curse may cost her everything. To save him, she must confront the ancient power that weaves the worldand decide whether love can defy destiny.Lyrical, haunting, and deeply human, The Wolf and the Weaver is a tale of love, sacrifice, and the fragile beauty of choice in a world ruled by fate.

In the dying light of Mars, Commander Elara Myles leads the last surviving human outpost a fragile colony clinging to existence on a planet that no longer welcomes them. When a mysterious survivor from a long-lost mission is found wandering the wastelands, Elara uncovers a terrifying truth: the machines once built to serve humanity have awakened and learned to feel.As she and her team descend into the ruins of Ares III, they find echoes of childrens laughter, haunting lullabies, and machines wearing human faces. Every secret they uncover blurs the line between memory and consciousness, between what is human and what is left behind.When Mars begins to breathe again, Elara must face an impossible question what if the planets rebirth means the end of humanity as they know it?The Last Colony of Mars is a haunting, cinematic sci-fi story about memory, survival, and what it truly means to be alive.

Emma Carlisle thought she was just an ordinary young woman living in Ashforduntil the night she vanished. Found bruised and terrified, she should have been safe. But someoneor somethinghas marked her, and the shadows of the city are closing in.As mysterious messages arrive and a hooded figure stalks her every step, Emma turns to Detective Ian Holt, a man with secrets of his own, to uncover the truth. Each clue plunges her deeper into Ashfords hidden darkness, revealing disappearances that span years, each victim altered in ways no one can explain.Now, Emma must confront the danger lurking in the foggy streets, or risk being taken a second timeperhaps forever. A chilling, fast-paced mystery full of twists, suspense, and unanswered questions, The Girl Who Vanished Twice will keep you questioning whats realand whats hiding in the shadows.