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The story of two families and one house a century and a half apart. What is it that drew Trinh Andrews to this old abandoned Victorian? Why do her attempts to learn about the original owner stir up resentments and create more questions? Why are a wife and daughter buried only days apart on opposite sides of the cemetery? Why was the door to the turret staircase sealed? What became of the written family history? Who steals into the house at night, and whose remains are found in the ashes of the fire? Love, betrayal, and forgiveness; deceit, murder, and revenge; the tale of two families weave past and present together, and lead to a surprising revelation.

In a world governed by power and loyalty, Okami, a captivating half-Black, half-Japanese woman, relishes the luxuries granted by her family's wealth and her father's Yakuza influence. Unaware of the darkness lurking beneath, her opulent life takes a dark turn when she endures a heinous assault by her father's boss's son. This ordeal sparks a fierce determination, leading her to become an assassin within her father's organization, seeking justice and purpose. "Okami: Young Assassin" follows her riveting journey as she confronts her new identity amidst the underworld's intricate dynamics.

Algebra teacher Scott Kent has just moved to a new school, in a new town, to begin a new life. After Scott’s tumultuous past year, he is desperate for a fresh start. Armed only with a scar and a set of math textbooks, Scott is determined to control his primal urges. But despite his best efforts and the support of his overbearing mother, Margaret; his cocky therapist, Monty; his cat, Lizzie; and a cocktail of drugs; loner Scott finds himself entangled in the web of one of his students, a girl named Stacy Weathers. Soon, Scott becomes increasingly paranoid as he continues to deal with his past trauma and his new doubts about the people around him. Can Scott get his life back together ...

Austin Augustine, lead singer for Rock On, Dallas #1 club band gets his chance for huge success; and at the same time, falls in love with Penny Simms, corporate Executive Secretary. But her great beauty attracts CFO Robert Crawford, ruthless serial killer who preys on beautiful women. From Chicago to Dallas, Atlanta to Kansas City, Seattle to L.A. the suspense threatens to strangle you. Does good always overcome evil? You be the judge.

SCATTERSHOT is the final installment in the epic Westfield Justice trilogy. Sheriff Dakota Westfield's adversaries are determined enemies of her family and friends. From the last page in Bloodshot, Dakota's mother, Patty, asked God to not forsake her....and to watch over her family. Chained to a tree deep in the Medicine Bow National Forest, Patty had given up on her earthly life. SCATTERSHOT begins with Patty Westfield's miraculous rescue. Duke Westfield, former sheriff and family patriarch, extrapolated his brand of justice for Patty. Due Process for Patty's abductors is retribution and Duke's twelve-gauge double-barreled shotgun. The unpredictable ending takes an unexpected tur ...

In this sprawling saga from our protagonist's early beginnings of investigative intrigue, he is drawn into south Florida's narcotics underground for an assignment with danger and destiny. Double agents, drug lords, Florida Woman and female Yetis abound in one of the most entertaining entries in the Whisanant Mythos ever published, of which this is volume 26.

A North Woods Tale of Intrigue, Love, and Passion "Sundown at Dawn" is a thriller that combines the history and wonder of the beautiful North Country with a harrowing and brilliantly conceived story that grabs you and won't let go. Steve Stepan's writing is right up there with the likes of Vince Flynn and Clive Cussler. I am looking forward with anticipation to John Starr's further adventures. Tom Mageau Control Data Corporation

Terror may come into your life but before you realize it the terror is gone

Natalia has only ever known the life of an orphan. She has been through many horrible things but despite all that she still considers herself lucky. She works as the defender of the lowlife. In the human capital of Azatan the Assembly doesn't have time to take care of the lowlife. Natalia has made it her job to protect them but with that job comes certain responsibilities that Natalia isn't prepared for. Responsibilities that might kill her.

The Bolt Paradox is a compelling and disturbing psychological thriller that will take you to places your mind has never been. It begins with a tragic love story between a decorated veteran and his pregnant wife. What happens next is a supernatural Paradox. A Paradox is a seemingly absurd proposition that when investigated, explained or observed, may prove to be true. The birth of a miracle baby, born from a devastating mishap, whose complex life will be cloaked in mystery, is our hero. She will challenge everything you think you believe and she will defy all logic. Our hero will embrace the love of a family, two loyal dogs and finally, a life partner choice you will not see com ...