Author : Stephanie Johnson
Publisher : Kensington Books
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 46,92 MB
Release : 2008-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781601620415
When their husbands stop paying attention to them, three best friends take matters into their own hands as they engage in anonymous sexual encounters and passionate one-night stands. Reprint.
Author : Daisy Johnson
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 17,71 MB
Release : 2020-08-25
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0593188950
A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF THE YEAR “[A] skillfully crafted gothic mystery . . . Johnson pulls off a great feat in this book.” —Financial Times “It reminded me, in its general refusal to play nice, of early Ian McEwan.” —The New York Times Book Review “Johnson crafts an aching thriller about the dangers of loving too intensely.” —Time From a Booker Prize finalist and international literary star: a blazing portrait of one darkly riveting sibling relationship, from the inside out. “One of her generation’s most intriguing authors” (Entertainment Weekly), Daisy Johnson is the youngest writer to have been shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize. Now she returns with Sisters, a haunting story about two sisters caught in a powerful emotional web and wrestling to understand where one ends and the other begins. Born just ten months apart, July and September are thick as thieves, never needing anyone but each other. Now, following a case of school bullying, the teens have moved away with their single mother to a long-abandoned family home near the shore. In their new, isolated life, July finds that the deep bond she has always shared with September is shifting in ways she cannot entirely understand. A creeping sense of dread and unease descends inside the house. Meanwhile, outside, the sisters push boundaries of behavior—until a series of shocking encounters tests the limits of their shared experience, and forces shocking revelations about the girls’ past and future. Written with radically inventive language and imagery by an author whose work has been described as “entrancing” (The New Yorker), “a force of nature” (The New York Times Book Review), and “weird and wild and wonderfully unsettling” (Celeste Ng), Sisters is a one-two punch of wild fury and heartache—a taut, powerful, and deeply moving account of sibling love and what happens when two sisters must face each other’s darkest impulses.
Author : Sarah Mae
Publisher : HarperChristian + ORM
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 46,22 MB
Release : 2013-01-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1400204674
Desperate is for those who love their children to the depths of their souls but who have also curled up under their covers, fighting back tears, and begging God for help. It’s for those who have ever wondered what happened to all their ideals for what having children would be like. For those who have ever felt like all the “experts” have clearly never had a child like theirs. For those who have prayed for a mentor. For those who ever felt lost and alone in motherhood. In Desperate you will find the story of one young mother’s honest account of the desperate feelings experienced in motherhood and one experienced mentor’s realistic and gentle exhortations that were forged in the trenches of raising her own four children. Also in Desperate: QR codes and links at the end of each chapter that lead to videos with Sarah Mae and Sally talking about the chapter Practical steps to take during the desperate times Bible study and journal exercises in each chapter that will lead you to identify ways in which you can grow as a mom Mentoring advice for real-life situations Q & A section with Sally where she answers readers questions
Author : Julia London
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 44,90 MB
Release : 2007-10-23
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1416552901
Lady Phoebe Fairchild is well aware that the ton would be appalled to learn of a young lady of quality involved in a trade. Therefore, she resorts to selling her beautiful handmade gowns under a fictitious name: Madame Dupree. So when circumstances force her to visit the estate of William Darby, the Viscount of Summerfield, to design ball gowns for his sisters, she assumes Madame's identity. Phoebe's discomfort in her new position as hired help is nothing compared to her visceral attraction to the viscount himself. Heathenishly handsome and shamelessly seductive, Will invites her to be his mistress -- and Phoebe is shockingly tempted to accept. But as their desire for each other grows and the risk of exposure becomes even greater, Phoebe is in dire danger of losing her reputation, her livelihood -- and her chance of becoming the bride of the man whose passion has claimed her forever.
Author : Henry S. Wilson
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 247 pages
File Size : 10,43 MB
Release : 2005-01-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1597520578
Multi-cultural and global in design, 'Pastoral Theology from a Global Perspective' brings concrete and applicable resources to Christian leaders around the world who are struggling with problems of pastoral care. This practical, easy-to-use approach to pastoral theology is designed to hone pastoral skills in five central areas: -the role of women in church and society -empowering marginalized peoples -economic justice and ecology -reconciliation and peacemaking -caring for human needs Fifteen case studies, accompanied by teaching notes and commentaries, illustrate the diversity and commonalities of pastoral care in different parts of the world: an ordained Indian woman assigned as an associate pastor is threatened by male church members who say she is not permitted to preach from the pulpit or serve the Eucharist; missionaries to Haiti face critical decisions about supplying chemical fertilizer to a destitute hillside village; a Hispanic community considers illegally occupying a government nature reserve to save their community sheep herd; a Ugandan pastor deals with violence and healing in a community struggling to recover from civil war.
Author : Kelsey MacBride
Publisher : New Prosperity Publishing
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 10,59 MB
Release : 2022-10-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
Do you believe love can conquer greed? Is a dashing bachelor a better catch than a normal guy? Do you think chivalry is dead in the modern world? Can true love blossom between two strangers with opposite backgrounds? Find out by reading these 4 Uplifting and Heartwarming Stories Under One Cover from Reader Favorite Kelsey MacBride. If you want a collection of touching and riveting love stories that warm the soul, you’ll want to get your copy of this Christian Clean & Wholesome Romance novel collection. Choices of the Heart In Book 1 of this series, Lauren Bradley wants to purchase Emilia’s, a quaint Italian restaurant. But her goals of buying the restaurant are thwarted by Andrew, a handsome man who also wants the restaurant. Will Lauren forego a chance at love and true Christian Romance by negotiating a better deal than Andrew? Or will she follow the tugging of her heart? Andrew wants to fulfill his lifelong dream of owning a restaurant. But there’s only one problem, he’s attracted to Lauren and must outbid her for Emilia’s. Will his business savvy take over at the expense of driving Lauren away? Or will he sacrifice his business goals for a chance at true love? Desires of the Heart Megan Bradley is a wedding coordinator searching for genuine Christian romance. She suddenly finds herself chased by two men and must decide who is the better candidate. Ethan has a lifelong dream to become famous with his jazz band, but he lacks focus and Godly direction in his life. On the other hand, Sean is a successful bachelor who dazzles her with his charm, wealth, and impeccable taste, winning her heart. The only problem is Sean won't make any serious commitments. So which man does Megan choose to date seriously? If you love a heartwarming story, you'll want to discover the surprising conclusion to this Clean romance novel for women. Grab your copy now! Passions of the Heart Tiffany Bradley attends a medical seminar in Yosemite, where an accident leaves her stranded in the wilderness. William, a retired Special Ops soldier, rescues her. Tiffany tries to deny her feelings of attraction to William, dismissing him as someone not capable of meeting her high standards. But when her sister Lauren introduces Ryan, a dentist, who checks all her boxes for a relationship, she must rethink her requirements for the perfect man. William is a retired Special Ops soldier who wants to love again, but his undying devotion to his late wife keeps him a prisoner of the past. Will he overcome the chains of the past and win the heart of Tiffany? Or will he lose her to Ryan and his near-perfect life? Find out by reading this uplifting story. Redemption of the Heart Katie Bradley meets John at an online dating site, but he turns out to be an abusive boyfriend who dumps her when she becomes pregnant. Katie learns her baby may not survive a complicated pregnancy, but she dedicates herself to ensuring her baby will survive. Daniel becomes Katie’s partner at his mother’s birthing class. Their friendship grows, and Daniel wants to be more than a friend, but Katie feels unworthy of being loved. Will Katie shut him out of her life, choosing to endure the path of a single parent for years to come? Or will she take a second chance at true love? Discover the heartwarming conclusion to these four Clean & Wholesome romance novels by getting your copy now.
Author : Anya Jabour
Publisher : Univ of North Carolina Press
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 49,25 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0807831018
Scarlett's Sisters: Young Women in the Old South
Author : Jo Kadlecek
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 49,90 MB
Release : 2006-10-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1441202544
If the Bible can be thought of as the grand story of God, many of its main characters are passionate and even desperate men and women. Jo Kadlecek introduces us to eight biblical women driven by their passion and desperation to seek out Jesus. She explores their stories in their cultural context, then draws out the lessons they hold for contemporary readers who are willing to let an encounter with Jesus change their lives. In studying these eight characters, readers will find new insights into the central character of God's great story--Jesus--and how he can transform their desperation and their passions and bring their lives new hope. LIST OF WOMEN AND BIBLICAL REFERENCES: Samaritan Woman, John 4: 1-42 Crippled Woman Healed on the Sabbath, Luke 13:10-17 The Widow (Who Makes an Offering), Mark 12:35-44 A Dead Girl and a Sick Woman, Mark 5:21-43 A Widow (Who's Son is Raised by Jesus), Luke 7:11-17 A Sinful Woman (Who Jesus Annoints), Luke 7:36-50 A Syrophoenician Woman, Mark 7:24-30 A Canaanite Woman, Matthew 15:21-29
Author : C. Arnold Snyder
Publisher : Wilfrid Laurier Univ. Press
Page : 465 pages
File Size : 50,28 MB
Release : 2010-10-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1554587905
During the upheavals of the Reformation, one of the most significant of the radical Protestant movements emerged — that of the Anabaptist movement. Profiles of Anabaptist Women provides lively, well-researched profiles of the courageous women who chose to risk prosecution and martyrdom to pursue this unsanctioned religion — a religion that, unlike the established religions of the day, initially offered them opportunity and encouragement to proselytize. Derived from sixteenth-century government records and court testimonies, hymns, songs and poems, these profiles provide a panorama of life and faith experiences of women from Switzerland, Germany, Holland and Austria. These personal stories of courage, faith, commitment and resourcefulness interweave women’s lives into the greater milieu, relating them to the dominant male context and the socio-political background of the Reformation. Taken together, these sketches will give readers an appreciation for the central role played by Anabaptist women in the emergence and persistence of this radical branch of Protestantism.
Author : Dayna Quince
Publisher : Red Rose Press
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 47,87 MB
Release : 2018-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
When only a despicable duke will do... Miss Heather Everly desperately needs to get married, but not just any suitor will do. Her family is harboring a dark secret and on the brink of ruin. Only the Duke of Alberhill, a man twice her age and known for his horrid disposition, can save her. He answers her letter and agrees to meet her, but the man who arrives is not the dastardly duke, but his young and handsome steward, Mr. Calder. Heather must convince Mr. Calder she can be the perfect duchess, but the more time she spends with him, the harder it becomes to fight what her heart truly desires. Revenge must come before romance...Fallon Calder cannot believe that the beautiful and vibrant Miss Everly wishes to marry a malicious old man like the Duke of Alberhill. Fallon is determined to destroy all the duke holds dear, which is nothing but his legacy. It’s why he must hide the shocking truth that the old duke is dead, and as his only heir, Fallon has taken his place. He is determined to find out all he can about her under the disguise of being his own steward, but what he doesn't anticipate is his heart getting involved. The more he learns about her, the more certain he becomes that the only man Heather should belong to, is him.
