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Escaping Shadows

Author : Kathleen Brooks

Publisher : Laurens Publishing

Page : 278 pages

File Size : 31,7 MB

Release : 2023-04-25

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 194380558X

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Kordell King might act as if nothing ever bothers him, but this small-town sheriff’s deputy knows something isn’t right and it’s eating him up. The cute bartender he’s longed for since she first moved to town is hiding something—something she doesn’t want anyone to know. Georgina Grey wasn’t who she said she was. Her real last name was Greyson. As much as her family ruled Martha’s Vineyard and the world of pharmaceuticals, she was just Georgie here in Shadows Landing. And that was how she was going to stay . . . until her family found her. Trusting Kord with the truth gave Georgie more than an assurance that her potential death wouldn’t be in vain. It gives her a partner—someone to help protect her as she stands against the storm. However, it also puts a target on Kord’s life when he refuses to leave her to fight alone.



In The Shadow Of The Banyan

Author : Vaddey Ratner

Publisher : Simon and Schuster

Page : 436 pages

File Size : 17,38 MB

Release : 2012-09-13

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1849837619

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A stunning, powerful debut novel set against the backdrop of the Cambodian War, perfect for fans of Chris Cleave and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie For seven-year-old Raami, the shattering end of childhood begins with the footsteps of her father returning home in the early dawn hours bringing details of the civil war that has overwhelmed the streets of Phnom Penh, Cambodia's capital. Soon the family's world of carefully guarded royal privilege is swept up in the chaos of revolution and forced exodus. Over the next four years, as she endures the deaths of family members, starvation, and brutal forced labour, Raami clings to the only remaining vestige of childhood - the mythical legends and poems told to her by her father. In a climate of systematic violence where memory is sickness and justification for execution, Raami fights for her improbable survival. Displaying the author's extraordinary gift for language, In the Shadow of the Banyanis testament to the transcendent power of narrative and a brilliantly wrought tale of human resilience. 'In the Shadow of the Banyanis one of the most extraordinary and beautiful acts of storytelling I have ever encountered' Chris Cleave, author of The Other Hand 'Ratner is a fearless writer, and the novel explores important themes such as power, the relationship between love and guilt, and class. Most remarkably, it depicts the lives of characters forced to live in extreme circumstances, and investigates how that changes them. To read In the Shadow of the Banyan is to be left with a profound sense of being witness to a tragedy of history' Guardian 'This is an extraordinary debut … as beautiful as it is heartbreaking' Mail on Sunday



Escape: Unraveling The Shadows

Author : Kenny Chay

Publisher : Kenny Chay

Page : 314 pages

File Size : 22,43 MB

Release : 2024-09-30

Category : Family & Relationships

ISBN :

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In the heart of a sprawling metropolis lies a tangled web of secrets, lies, and betrayal. "Escape" is a gripping tale of mystery, redemption, and the relentless pursuit of truth in the face of overwhelming darkness. When Ethan's brother is found dead under suspicious circumstances, he embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the truth behind the tragedy. As he delves deeper into the murky underworld of his family's business empire, Ethan discovers that nothing is as it seems, and everyone has something to hide. But Ethan's quest for justice is not a solitary one. Alongside him is Vivian, a woman with a troubled past and a burning desire for redemption. Vivian's own search for truth intertwines with Ethan's, leading them both down a path fraught with danger and deception. While Ethan fights to clear his name and unearth the truth about his brother's death, Vivian battles her own demons as she seeks justice for a crime she didn't commit. Together, they rely on each other's strength and determination to navigate the treacherous waters of corruption and deceit. As their investigations converge, Ethan and Vivian realise that the key to unlocking the mystery may lie closer to home than they ever imagined. But time is running out, and the forces arrayed against them will stop at nothing to protect their secrets. In a desperate race against time, Ethan, Vivian, and their allies must confront their own demons and confront the truth, no matter the cost. "Escape" is a pulse-pounding thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page. With its twists and turns, complex characters, and spine-tingling suspense, this is a story of redemption, justice, and the power of hope in the face of darkness.



Rescued

Author : Kathleen Brooks

Publisher : Laurens Publishing

Page : 284 pages

File Size : 29,7 MB

Release : 2024-10-18

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1943805644

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Kane Townsend was with the FBI Behavioral Analysis Unit until one case changed everything. Hampered by the red tape preventing him from saving an innocent life, Kane left the FBI and started his own private contracting company. Kane was called in to rescue people all over the world when the government couldn’t or wouldn’t get involved. Now headquartered in the small town of Shadows Landing, Kane was called in to rescue a woman. Little did he know, this case would once again change everything. Waverly Davenport was a Chief Science Officer in Charleston, South Carolina. She’d developed a new technology that would disrupt the criminal world. Waverly decided to take a well-earned vacation before starting the long process of patenting and selling her technology. The last thing Waverly expected at the five-star resort was to be kidnapped and held for ransom while out on an excursion or to fall for the man sent to rescue her. Kane thought the case would be over once he rescued Waverly. Now, they were on the run, trying to make it back to South Carolina as the kidnappers pursued them. As Kane and Waverly’s hearts become involved, so does the mystery of who is after Waverly and why. Can Kane and Waverly discover the truth before it’s too late?



Out of the Shadow of 9/11

Author : Christina Ray Stanton

Publisher :

Page : 190 pages

File Size : 38,69 MB

Release : 2019-05-28

Category :

ISBN : 9781733745208

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Out of the Shadow of 9/11 is a little-told story of the collateral damage of September 11. As a veteran tour guide and longtime local six blocks from Ground Zero, Christina Ray Stanton shares an intimate journey of the harrowing event. Through her road to physical, emotional, and spiritual recovery, you'll find your own inspiration in tough times.



Guardians of the Shadows

Author : Ken Donaldson

Publisher : Lulu.com

Page : 312 pages

File Size : 49,51 MB

Release : 2019-03-08

Category : Comics & Graphic Novels

ISBN : 0244466106

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Time before time was known to man they existed across the unknown multiverse of space spanning through dimensional universes to emerge at the dawn of man Silently watching and waiting. Until now, when they have decided to make theirselves known. With the battle lines set to explode a small defending force rises out of our heavens to stand forward in humanities defense.



Targeted

Author : Kathleen Brooks

Publisher : Laurens Publishing

Page : 291 pages

File Size : 38,77 MB

Release : 2024-04-26

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1943805628

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Hunter Townsend loves his new home in the small town of Shadows Landing. It’s his sanctuary when he comes home from a mission as part of his Special Forces team. Maggie, the infuriating, monogram loving, bright color wearing, cuter than she should be woman, who loves to tease him was the only issue in Shadows Landing. Until a mission goes wrong . . . Maggie Bell is an Olympic sharpshooter and is getting ready to go for the gold once again. She loved nothing more than letting the handsome, yet cocky Hunter put his foot in his mouth over and over again by not telling him she was a better shot than he was. He just kept digging that hole and she just kept smiling. While everyone groaned when Maggie and Hunter started verbally sparring, Maggie loved it. She’d earn Hunter’s respect when he saw her win gold. That is, if anyone finally tells him she’s in the Olympics. But that all seems inconsequential when Shadows Landing becomes a target. Now will Hunter and Maggie put their verbal sparring aside and find the threat before they end up in the crosshairs?



Fleeing Shadows

Author : Arman Nasri

Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand

Page : 121 pages

File Size : 43,63 MB

Release : 2024-09-25

Category : History

ISBN : 2919815695

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“Fleeing Shadows: A Winter Escape from Ukraine” recounts the traumatic journey of a group of friends, caught amidst the chaos and devastation of war-torn Ukraine. As conflict engulfs their lives, they embark on a perilous journey to seek refuge, navigating through troublesome situations and treacherous borders. Amidst the icy winds of winter, they traverse landscapes scarred by violence, encountering both allies and adversaries along the way. Through moments of fear, desperation, and fleeting hope, they grapple with the realities of displacement and the uncertainty of the future. Their odyssey is marked by encounters with strangers turned saviors, navigating through a world where humanity is tested, and survival is paramount. “Fleeing Shadows” is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity, a gripping narrative of survival, friendship, and the enduring quest for sanctuary amidst the shadows of war.



Forever Paired

Author : Kathleen Brooks

Publisher : Laurens Publishing

Page : 271 pages

File Size : 36,18 MB

Release : 2023-01-24

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1943805571

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Landon Davies had worked hard to start his own restaurant. It was a very different path than most of his family had taken. He was one of the few family members that were not military or law enforcement. But his hard work had given him a restaurant that was beginning to take off when a woman’s scream in the alley outside his kitchen changed everything. Kate Ellington had scratched, clawed, and outright fought for where she was in life. She was the first female passing game coordinator in professional football. Some people thought that made her the team’s weak link and a perfect target for exploitation. But Kate refused to cheat, even if it put her life in danger. When Landon saved Kate in the alley, it didn’t just earn him a kiss. It earned him a target on his back. Now Landon isn’t just taking on restaurant critics, but the people looking to manipulate the sports betting world. As Landon and Kate take on these threats, they find their reputations, their lives, and their hearts are on the line.



Forever Connected

Author : Kathleen Brooks

Publisher : Laurens Publishing

Page : 273 pages

File Size : 12,6 MB

Release : 2023-08-08

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1943805598

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Years ago, on the darkest night of Poppy and Zinnia’s lives, they got a letter. It was from three elderly sisters in the small town of Keeneston, inviting them to visit and if interested, take a job. The Rose Sisters had wanted to retire, but they’d wanted family to take over their small café. Poppy and Zinnia Meadows, orphaned, alone, and in danger, left in the dead of night and raced toward the hope of a future they knew may come crashing down at any moment. That moment is now. Talon Bainbridge and Lucas Sharpe are teammates in the FBI’s Hostage Rescue Team based near Keeneston. The two friends have both fallen hard for the Meadows sisters, but suddenly the girls end what never had the chance to begin. Something was going on, but neither Poppy nor Zinnia would tell them what it was when all they wanted to do was to help the women they loved from afar. Poppy had been hiding a secret from her older sister and everyone in Keeneston. Someone knew what happed that graduation night back in Alabama when their lives changed forever. They’d been taunting Poppy for almost a year. As they approached the anniversary of the night their lives changed, the threats had escalated. With no other option, Poppy comes clean to Zinnia. They turn to Talon and Lucas, the two men they trust most, to protect them from the past knowing they may have to sacrifice their future to do so.