Author : Robert Seamus Walsh
Publisher : Trafford Publishing
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 40,9 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1412004837
From exploding camels to desperate suicides, this unexpected first collection of short stories from Operation Iraqi Freedom, provides imaginative answers to many unanswered questions, from bunker bunnies to fragging.
Author : Bajeerao Patil
Publisher : Strategic Book Publishing
Page : 365 pages
File Size : 35,95 MB
Release : 2010-05
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1609760980
Working as a drug and alcohol counselor for over 20 years has given author Bajeerao Patil a world of experiences, as well as a trove of heartrending and peculiar stories filled with unforgettable characters. Visit the agonizing, sad and often-strange world the addicts find themselves in; your eyes will be opened to stories that happened behind the closed doors. Addicts believe they truly cannot live without alcohol or drugs but the misery of their dependence causes unhappiness, denial, and reckless behavior. Selfish, distorted thinking, my-way-or-the-highway attitudes abound. Lives are shattered and dreams abandoned as the addicts spin further out of control, deep into self-destruction.Why are some able to break the cycle of addiction, while others refuse to help themselves and eventually give up? Get an insider's outlook in this thoughtful and compelling work.
Author : Samson H. Frost
Publisher : BoD - Books on Demand
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 14,90 MB
Release : 2024-10-22
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 918080148X
Nights of Madness is a collection of raw, gritty tales that delve into the chaotic lives of those on the edge. The characters you meet in these stories are lost souls, grappling with the stark realities of life. They find themselves in filthy apartments, rundown pubs, and lonely streets, seeking solace in fleeting moments of connection. Through the characters, you witness the descent into alcoholism, the desperate search for love and belonging, and the constant struggle against inner demons. There are moments of dark humor, poignant reflections, and confrontations with the self that will leave you pondering long after the last page is turned. Nights of Madness offers a haunting glimpse into the complexities of life. These tales of madness and reflection intertwine, inviting readers to step into the void and explore the depths of the human psyche. With its unflinching honesty and evocative storytelling, this collection will resonate with anyone who has ever felt lost in the shadows.
Author : Salatha Helton
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 102 pages
File Size : 13,14 MB
Release : 2009-06-22
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 1465317325
Diary of a Skinny Girl is a coming of age book of poetry. The cycle of life, love, heartache, temptation and entering womanhood is conveyed through each poem. The reader is taken on a magnificent journey. This book vividly illustrates a story through abstract and passionate words of the writer.
Author : YERB
Publisher : Singapore New Reading Technology Pte Ltd
Page : 302 pages
File Size : 48,77 MB
Release :
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
What could go wrong in Mia's life if she got stuck on an island with her boss after a shipwreck? Though Craig is good-looking, smart, sexy, wealthy... he is cold, arrogant, perfectionist, bossy, a bit of a jerk, and engaged to his girlfriend. Also, he seeks revenge for something that Mia did to him eight years ago that she doesn't quite remember. Craig is the only man on the island. Will Mia think of him as her dream guy even if he has been so hard on her back in their workplace? Can they resist the temptation of being alone together? Well, what could go wrong, right?
Author : T W Powers Tilden
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 31,67 MB
Release :
Category :
ISBN : 1257864467
Author : Mel Todd
Publisher : Bad Ash Publishing
Page : 1908 pages
File Size : 35,32 MB
Release :
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
The entire Twisted Luck series in one place, with two novellas included. My Luck - Cori Munroe is a young woman with a BFF, estranged parents, and the weirdest luck you've ever seen. Hired Luck - Cori is in a new city, with a new job, and a new dead body. That she can deal with, but finding out she's a mage? Educated Luck - School is mandatory for mages, but why is there a bounty on Cori's head? No Luck - Charles has never been the popular one, but it doesn't mean he's unable to protect himself. Inherited Luck - The first part of schooling is done and Cori inherits a house with a definite personality. Drafted Luck - Government is rarely intelligent with where they put people, but did it have to involve dragons? Faded Luck - The things you do for the people you love, but being pregnant might be more than she bargained for. Unbalanced Luck - The herald of magic is supposed to fix everything, but all Cori knows it's getting worse and she still has no idea. Balanced Luck - Cori can't save everyone, but she is willing to die trying.
Author : Leslie Kelly
Publisher : Harlequin
Page : 279 pages
File Size : 35,36 MB
Release : 2009-10-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1426847203
She'd Heard of Brotherly Love… Window dresser Chloe Weston doesn't believe in lust at first sight—until she catches her boss, Troy Langtree, reveling half-naked in a rainstorm. So owhen she finds herself alone, on a secluded beach, with the object of her nightly fantasies, she decides to go for it. And wakes up to discover she'd had the best sex of her life—with Troy's twin brother…. …But This Was Ridiculous! Trent Longtree has a fledgling business, a nosy family…and a bad case of the hots for sassy Chloe Weston. The gorgeous brunette is smart, spirited and sexy as hell. She's everything he's ever wanted in a woman…except she thinks he's his brother, Troy. But Trent has plans to convince Chloe that he's her man. After all, in the battle between the sheets, this brother always comes out on top…
Author : Linda Castillo
Publisher : Harlequin
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 30,56 MB
Release : 2007-07-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1426803486
Chase Vickers never knew a day of fear. From one secret mission to another he'd stared down danger--until the blackout hit Boston, and Chase's only love became the target of revenge. Lily Garrett, the woman he'd loved and walked away from eight months ago. Finding her wasn't diffi cult; fi nding her pregnant was. Lily had always hated Chase's secret, dangerous life, but now, on the run in a dark city, Chase knew he was her only hope for survival. And their baby's. For the fi rst time, the daredevil-turned-daddy knew bone-chilling, pulse-pounding fear. This was one mission where he couldn't fail. Not when his baby's life was at stake....
Author : J.H. Croix
Publisher : J.H. Croix
Page : 642 pages
File Size : 29,27 MB
Release : 2022-12-27
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
Firefighters, grumpy heroes & smart, sassy heroines! Dive into 3 swoony, small town romances in this collection from USA Today Bestselling Author J.H. Croix! This Crazy Love Rule #1: Do not fall for your brother’s best friend. Rule # 2: Absolutely do not fall for your brother’s best friend. Rule # 3: Don’t break the rules. Jackson Stone is hot—like burn-down-buildings kind of hot. He’s also my brother’s best friend, and the memory of one kiss with him years ago still might get to me. Maybe. But I am not looking for a second chance. Wait For Me A swoony single father, small town romance. One firefighter and the unexpected heroine who rocks his world. My priorities are my daughter and my job as a first responder. Romance isn’t even on the radar. Until one little package changes everything. In a single mind-blowing hour, I end up with a package meant for Valentina Smith, and I find out she’s innocent. I won’t even mention what’s in that package. Break My Fall My rules: No players. No flirts. No cocky jerks. My exception: Dawson Marsh. Dawson might be every girl’s crush in this small town, but not mine. I can appreciate him from a distance, and that suits me fine. Except that one time he kissed me. Up close and personal. Once is a mistake. But the second time? Sublime. These stories are perfect for readers who love small town romance, firefighters, second chances, friends to lovers, smart sassy heroines, frenemies to lovers, hate to love, opposites attract, slow burn, emotional romances with a dash of angst, plenty of swoon, and protective grumpy heroes. *Three full-length, standalone romances.
