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When exNavy Captain Ethan Cole answers a mysterious distress call in the middle of a violent storm, he expects to rescue survivorsnot uncover a secret the world was never meant to find. Washed ashore on an uncharted island, Ethan and his crew discover the wreckage of a forgotten experiment, a place where science blurred the line between human and machine.But the island is alive. Its jungle hides twisted remnants of soldiers long dead, its air hums with an unnatural energy, and its heartthe Corebeats like something sentient. As Ethan fights to survive and uncover the truth, he faces the one man he thought hed lost forever: his brother, now changed beyond recognition.In a race against time, Ethan must choose between saving whats left of humanityor burying the islands dark secret forever.Because on this island, no one ever truly leaves.

When the skies over Manhattan blaze with fire and a secret organization launches a silent war, exSpecial Forces operative Jack Riker is forced back into the world he tried to leave behind. His mission: recover Project Revenant, a stolen prototype weapon capable of altering the balance of global power. What begins as a simple retrieval spirals into a deadly game of betrayal, as Jack discovers that the enemy isnt a foreign forceits his own past catching up to him.Haunted by the ghosts of his last mission and hunted by those he once trusted, Jack must navigate a city on the brink, where every shadow hides a gun and every ally may turn foe. From the burning rooftops of New York to the frozen silence of an abandoned military lab, "Shadows of Vengeance" is a relentless action thriller about survival, redemption, and the thin line between hero and monster.Perfect for fans of Lee Child, Mark Greaney, and Tom Clancy.

Emma has always been cautious with her heart, guarding it against the disappointments of the past. Lucas, carrying the weight of old heartbreaks, never expected a chance encounter to change everything. When a rainy afternoon brings them together in a cozy cafe, sparks ignite, leading to unexpected meetings, shared secrets, and quiet moments that feel larger than life. As they navigate misunderstandings, lingering pasts, and their own fears, a tender connection growsone that challenges them to open their hearts fully. From stolen glances in bookstores to late-night walks under amber autumn skies, When Stars Align is a story of vulnerability, trust, and the magic of timing. Will love prevail when two hearts meet at the perfect moment? Discover a romance that celebrates the courage it takes to love deeply, honestly, and without reservation.

When brilliant scientist Dr. Evelyn Harper disappears without a trace, former intelligence officer Adrian Cole is pulled into a deadly game of shadows and secrets. Cryptic messages, hidden signals, and a mysterious network threaten to unleash chaos on the city. As Adrian follows the trail, he uncovers a conspiracy more dangerous than he ever imagineda weaponized technology capable of controlling the very frequencies of life itself. With every step, unseen forces hunt him, and time runs out. Racing against the clock, Adrian must decipher Evelyns clues, confront ruthless adversaries, and stop a disaster that could change everything. In a world where trust is a luxury and danger hides in every shadow, the question remains: will the last signal save them, or end them?

When the sun sets on Hera-9 and never rises again, humanitys first outer-system colony is thrown into darkness. Days stretch into endless night as fear grips the settlers until Dr. Elias Roe discovers something impossible beneath the planets crust: a rhythmic pulse, like a heartbeat. As tremors shake the colony and whispers echo through the soil, Elias realizes the truth Hera-9 isnt dying. Its awakening. With time frozen and minds unraveling, he descends into the planets depths to uncover a secret older than stars themselves. What he finds blurs the line between science and faith, life and dream, man and world. The planet is alive and its calling to him.The Sleepless Planet is a haunting, cinematic sci-fi story of discovery, obsession, and the fragile thread that connects all living things.

Detective Lena Marlow has seen her share of missing-person cases, but nothing could prepare her for Ethan Valea man who seems to have vanished without a trace and without a past. No records, no family, no social media. The city itself acts as if he never existed.As Lena digs deeper, she uncovers a pattern of disappearances, strange symbols, and hints of a hidden force shaping reality. Shadows twist, streets flicker, and whispers warn her to stop. The more she learns, the more the line between the real and the impossible begins to blur.With each revelation, Lena realizes that finding Ethan isnt just about solving a caseits a fight for survival. He may have been erased from the world, but someoneor somethingis determined to erase anyone who dares follow.A gripping mystery and psychological thriller, The Man Who Never Existed explores the fragility of reality, the danger of curiosity, and what it means to exist at all. Can Lena uncover the truth before she becomes another ghost in the citys shadows?

In a quiet coastal town, late-night radio host Mara Lane spends her nights keeping lonely listeners company with stories, songs, and secrets. But one stormy evening, she receives a chilling calla distorted voice whispering details about a murder that hasnt happened yet. When the crime unfolds exactly as described, Mara is thrown into a terrifying spiral of mystery and paranoia. Each night, the caller returns, revealing pieces of a deadly puzzle that seem to connect directly to her past. As the boundary between broadcast and reality blurs, Mara races to decode the messages hidden within the static before the final transmission playsher own. The Shadow Frequency is a gripping psychological thriller about fear, obsession, and the haunting power of the unseen voice that always seems to be listening.

When a ghost signal from a long-lost ship surfaces deep in the Pacific, salvage diver Captain Alex Mercer cant resist the call of the unknown. What begins as a routine expedition soon spirals into a nightmare when Alex and his crew uncover the wreck of the Osirisa Cold War vessel tied to a secret experiment known as Project Black Tide.Beneath the waves lies something alivesomething built to adapt, evolve, and protect itself at any cost. As the ocean awakens with unnatural life, Alex must confront the truth about his past, his crew, and the weapon the world tried to forget.From the crushing depths of the sea to the silence of government cover-ups, Chasing the Black Tide is a gripping action-adventure thriller about courage, sacrifice, and the haunting power of what we bury beneath the surface.

When Princess Elara Duskvale returns to find her kingdom in ashes, she discovers the Midnight Crowna relic of her bloodline, forged to imprison a forgotten god. Against every warning, she claims it, only to awaken the ancient power within. Now, hunted by the Shadow Guard and haunted by the crowns whispers, Elara must journey through cursed forests and forgotten ruins to seek the truth of her mothers death and her own fate. Guided by Kael, a warrior bound by secrets, Elara races to the Shadow Spire, where the final choice awaits: destroy the crown and herself with itor become the vessel of a god.In a world of fire and shadows, The Midnight Crown is a tale of courage, sacrifice, and the thin line between power and corruption. The crown offers everything but demands everything in return.

When the rain never stops, the city remembers its secrets.Detective Samuel Dorsey thought hed seen everythinguntil Clara Reynolds walked into his office, clutching a rain-soaked note and a story about her missing brother. The only clue: a message ending with the words "Dont forget the umbrella."What begins as a routine missing-person case pulls Dorsey into the shadows of a forgotten societythe Men Under Rain, a secret order that has controlled the citys wealth and silence for decades. As Dorsey uncovers the truth, he realizes every answer leads back to one haunting symbol: the black umbrella.Trapped between the storm outside and the storm closing in, Dorsey must decide how far hes willing to go for the truthand how much of himself hes willing to lose beneath the rain.Dark, atmospheric, and chillingly human, The Man in the Black Umbrella is a noir detective story about power, secrecy, and the cost of uncovering what was never meant to be found.

Every night at exactly 2:13 a.m., Lenas phone ringsyet no one ever speaks. The silence is cold, intentional, and impossibly familiar. When the calls begin revealing clues about a crime never solved, Lena is pulled into a chilling game where every unanswered ring tightens the trap around her. To uncover the truth, she must confront the one voice she fears the most the one that never speaks.Test Description...

Step into the refined, seductive, and often cruel world of Edith Wharton the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction and one of Americas greatest literary voices.The Complete Works of Edith Wharton brings together her masterful novels, novellas, and shorter fiction, offering a sweeping portrait of society, ambition, desire, and the unspoken rules that shape human lives.From the aching restraint of The Age of Innocence to the moral complexity of Ethan Frome, the glittering social landscapes of The House of Mirth, and the haunting psychological depth found throughout her lesser-known works, Wharton reveals the tension between personal longing and societal expectation with unmatched precision.Her writing sparkles with elegance, insight, and subtle irony. She exposes the fragile architecture of privilege, the constraints placed on women, the ache of forbidden love, and the loneliness hidden beneath perfect manners. This beautifully formatted complete collection offers an immersive experience for anyone who admires character-driven fiction, atmospheric settings, and literature that explores the intricate machinery of the human heart.Whartons work remains as compelling today as when it first appeared studied in universities, adapted into acclaimed films, and beloved by readers who treasure psychological depth and emotional truth.Enter a world of beauty, heartbreak, and brilliant observation add this definitive Edith Wharton collection to your library today.

Retired police detective inspector Thomas Maitland has rented a house in Cornwall; hes going to paint his way to recovery from the experiences of the spring. A local woman with an intriguingly expensive collection of modern art wants to put on a show of his work.But Maitlands next door neighbour, also his landlord, is unsettling, and when he finds his benefactor dead at the bottom of her garden, Thomas Maitland feels death casting its net over him again.

Molly the Monkey discovers a magical golden mango in the jungle that grants her incredible powers, from understanding animals to creating floating fruit baskets and even flying. Excited by her newfound abilities, she shares the secret with her best friend Benny, but soon learns that magic comes with responsibility when a playful wish causes chaos in the jungle. Guided by the wise parrot Polly, Molly learns to use her gifts thoughtfully, repairing the damage she caused and helping animals in need, including rescuing baby animals during a storm. In the end, the mango loses its magic, but Molly carries its lessons of bravery, kindness, and responsibility in her heart, becoming a true hero and caring leader for the jungle.

A collection of writing from the sixth cohort of The London Library Emerging Writers Programme. Featuring fiction, poetry, non-fiction, graphic novel, playwriting, screenwriting, and writing for children and young adults, from the brightest new literary talent.Featuring work by: Vic Beswick, Jose Buera, Robin Cantwell, CE Cathcart, Liz Churchill, Heather Cutforth, Godelieve de Bree, Fionnuala Deasy, Olive Franklin, Shona Graham, William Jarvis, Vashti Katz, Joe Kelly, Dallas Marie Koelling, Marcella Marx, Sharmaine Lim, Hadiru Mahdi, Sabrina Mahtani, Alissa Mears, Emma Mitchell, Olja Mladjenovic, Melina Namdar, Gift Nyoni, Fiona OBrien, Erin Peacock, cf prior, Holly Redshaw, DC Restaino, Lucie Richter-Mahr, Kate Roche, Barry Sadid, Maxine Sibihwana, Audrey Slade, Avantika Tanaja, Nusrath Tapadar, Kelly Vassie, Abby J Walker, Nathanael Wheatcroft-Brown, Annabel White and Emma Zipfel.

Kira, a tiny striped kitten with bright green eyes, embarks on her first days in a lively, sun-filled neighborhood, discovering the joys of exploration, friendship, and small acts of kindness. From the moment she steps out of her cozy box, she marvels at the vibrant world around herchirping birds, fluttering butterflies, swaying trees, and the playful bustle of children and animals. Her curiosity and gentle heart lead her to new friends, including a hedgehog, a mouse, a squirrel, a tortoise, and a lonely puppy. When she notices the puppys balloon stuck in a tree, Kira uses patience, creativity, and courage to rescue it, learning that helping others, no matter how small the gesture, brings happiness and strengthens bonds. By the end of her adventures, Kira has discovered that the world is full of wonder and that kindness and friendship are the greatest treasures of all.

A bald Christmas tree, a missing butler, and a runaway red bus this year, the royal Christmas is anything but ordinary.When King Charles and Queen Camillas festive plans spiral into chaos, they find themselves improvising decorations, shopping in disguise, and stumbling into more mischief than they bargained for. Meanwhile, beneath London, a lonely white mouse named Snowball escapes his neglectful owner and discovers a secret world of theatre mice rehearsing a magical pantomime at the spectacular London Palladium. But when Snowball is snatched away and the Undergrounds handmade presents vanish, it will take the daring Special Mouse Services, a touch of royal mayhem, and the magic of teamwork to save Christmas Day.Brimming with humour, heart, and festive adventure, this enchanting tale, the fourth in the enchanting Underneath the Underground series, introduces readers to some new mousy characters along with many faithful favourites who have captured the imagination of children everywhere. This latest adventure proves that with friends, courage, and a little imagination, Christmas can be truly unforgettable.

"Eu queria ser Cássia Eller apresenta ao leitor a Deusa que encarnou nessa terra entre os anos de 1962 e 2001. Um abalo sísmico na vida de todos que conviveram e que se encantaram por ela. A menina timida, a filha, a ovelha negra da familia, a lesbica, a amante, a me, a cantora, a amiga, tudo junto e misturado."(Maria Eugenia Vieira Martins, no prefacio)Conhecida como interprete de sucessos como "O segundo Sol", "Relicario" e "Por enquanto", entre tantos outros, Cassia Eller se tornou uma das maiores vozes da musica brasileira, cultuada ate hoje.Em Eu queria ser Cassia Eller, o premiado jornalista Tom Cardoso traça a trajetoria de Cassia, desde a infancia no Rio e em Belo Horizonte ate o estrelato nacional. Conhecemos sua familia, como o pai, militar indisciplinado e mulherengo, que tentou "consertar" Cassia; a me, cantora na juventude e uma das influencias musicais da filha; Eugenia, o amor de sua vida, me de seu filho e sua companheira por catorze anos; Tavinho Fialho, o pai de Chico, musico que faleceu antes do nascimento do garoto.Somos tambem levados as grandes apresentaçes de Cassia e as confuses em que se meteu durante elas, como a abertura do show dos Rolling Stones no Brasil com direito a expulso do palco.Com depoimentos de familiares, amigos e parceiros de trabalho, Eu queria ser Cassia Eller e mais do que uma biografia, e um tributo emocionante a esta mulher que, com sua voz poderosa e seu jeito verdadeiro, ainda ecoa em nossos coraçes.

Nesta obra, reportamo-nos aos estudos de Chaïm Perelman e Olbrechts-Tyteca que, em Tratado da Argumentação: A Nova Retórica, retomam e vitalizam a concepção aristotélica do discurso e a Tópica Jurídi

A terceira edição da obra Fundamentos da Química do Solo volta ao mercado revisada, expandida e com figuras mais detalhadas e elucidativas. O novo capítulo adicionado mostra as reações de oxirredução