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Helen Grace is sure she made the right decision quitting her job as a detective. Until the day she looks out of her window to see a desperate young woman being pursued by two vicious thugs. Still a force to be reckoned with, Helen races into the night, swiftly downing the young woman's attackers. For a moment, it feels like Helen doesn't need her badge to do good, but as she leads her charge to safety, she's struck from behind, regaining consciousness just in time to see the terrified woman being driven off in a white van.

Discover a lifeline within The Art of Doing Time, a comprehensive guide dedicated to navigating the harsh realities of jail and prison life. Written by M. Andrew “Oregon” Bouché, a former inmate who transformed his life through education and resilience, this book offers a blend of personal anecdotes and practical advice designed to help individuals survive—and even thrive—behind bars.

Indie Clizby has the worst problem: she’s awkward around attractive men. Instead of saying, “Hi, I’m Indie,” she might say, “Hi, I’m yours.” She avoids interactions by researching day and night, wanting nothing more than to discover a cure for cancer—she made a promise long ago that she would. With piles of scholarly journals in her bag, Indie’s family drags her onto a cruise ship where she’s surrounded by attractive men who surprisingly don’t run from her quirky comments. The change of scenery and the men’s interest in Indie make her wonder—can romance and her job coexist? Not likely.

Reaction to the first edition, published in 1992, showed that researchers and practitioners alike found it a useful tool. They appreciated its emphasis on providing a practical reference for decision-making that built upon credible, research-based information. The twenty-first century has brought with it rapid changes and increasingly complex challenges. This third edition in large part responds to the complexity witnessed daily in the authors' work with community, nonprofit, and government organizations.

Allergy For Dummies is your one-stop source for comprehensive information on the different types of allergies and their triggers, along with tips on allergy management and prevention. Accessible, Dummies-style explanations will help you deal with hay fever, asthma, eczema, drug allergies, food sensitivities, and beyond—for yourself or anyone under your care.

So you were out driving in your car the other day listening to the radio when a song from one of your favorite 1980s bands came on. You started singing along, and you found yourself wondering what happened to them. I loved that band. Well, look no further! Did you know there were probably close to 170 hair/glam/heavy metal bands in the 1980s and early 1990s? A few of these bands even became super groups, but many just faded into obscurity, or so you thought.

Step into the dark and intricate world of Dexter Morgan like never before. Dexter's Dark Passenger: A Killer's Path on TV is a comprehensive exploration of the antihero who captivated audiences and redefined the boundaries between good and evil. This book delves into the origins of Dexter—from the moment Jeff Lindsay conceived a character who was as methodically dangerous as he was disturbingly relatable, to the evolution of his dual existence on television.

Alex Adams knew college would be full of new challenges: living with her roommate Jenny, a crush on her roommate's boyfriend Arthur and navigating a whole new social scene, but a magical war wasn't part of the plan. Instead, strange visions draw her towards new friends, and their lives are changed forever when they learn that magic is returning to the world. With the return of magic comes the return of an ancient enemy of humanity, the Sídhe, magical beings from another world set on enslaving Earth. The line between legend and history blurs as terrible forgotten truths come to light.

The Big Lie About Race in America's Schools delivers a collective response to the challenge of racially charged misinformation, disinformation, and censorship that increasingly permeates and weakens not only US education but also our democracy. Royel Johnson and Shaun Harper bring together leading education scholars and educators to confront the weaponized distortions that are undermining both public education and racial justice. The experts gathered in this work offer strategies to counter these dangerous trends.

From the depths of childhood trauma to a path of healing and hope, this raw and powerful memoir chronicles one survivor's 30-year therapeutic journey. Unflinchingly honest, the author recounts her experiences of severe child abuse - verbal, emotional, physical, and sexual - as well as neglect. But this is not just a story of pain; it's a testament to the human spirit's resilience and the transformative power of therapy. Listeners will gain insight into various therapeutic tools and techniques that aided the author's recovery.

Roslyn's responsibilities—and powers—have grown since she accepted her destiny, but there are beings beneath the surface that want her magic. Kavan and Heath each have choices to make, both when it comes to Roslyn and their own futures. Back in Ellsgrove, Roslyn's family are dealing with the aftermath of an assassination attempt and an impending civil war. Cassidy works with the mages of Ellsgrove to fight for her father as Roslyn's gifts change things around them. The lands of Jay'Al and Ellsgrove are changing, but at what cost? Who will remain at the end to see it?

Pete never wanted another child. Before baby Erin was born, they were happy. If Natalie hadn't got pregnant, he would never have done what he did. Natalie knows things have been difficult since the surprise arrival of Erin. Life with Pete and their two other children—Emily and Zadie—has been balancing on a knife-edge. Now their home is full of guests at a party Natalie didn't want to throw—and she's about to reach breaking point. But so is her family. Because everyone has a secret that they've been hiding and when Erin suddenly disappears everyone becomes a suspect.

When Joan awakens from a nightmare to find a Fallen Angel in her room, she finds out that the nightmare has just begun. One of her own, a Wingless, Heavenly Angels stripped of most of their power hasn’t just gone missing, its like she’s been removed from existence.

Are you ready to dive back into the world of dating but feel overwhelmed by the modern rules of love? Whether you're newly single, re-entering the dating scene after years away, or just looking for a fresh approach to relationships, this book is your ultimate guide to navigating the journey with confidence and joy. The author's wisdom is woven into this audiobook, helping guide you with personal stories.

Learn how to quiet the critics—inside and out—and trust yourself instead. If you accept that we learn through trial and error, if you believe that we each have unique strengths and that not one of us has to have them all, if you realize that labels only get in the way; then your self-trust will grow, your worries will shrink, and you’ll find happiness and success with a lot less effort.

In this third book of Nora Brady’s adventure, Nora and her friend Tina are now in Dublin, Ireland, on a work-study phase of their student-nursing program. Charmed by life in Dublin, Nora soon learns that even there people can have a dark side. After meeting fellow students Ailish and Maire, who are cousins of her friend from home, Dan Maguire—the police detective in Jacobsport—she once again becomes entangled in a web of politics, lost jewels, and murder. This time, however, she has help from above.

When a traveling carnival arrives in Hollowbeck, it promises magic and mayhem. It's also an opportunity for Morgan to find someone who can transform her brother, Ruiner, back into a human—he's a little tired of being a talking cat, and she's a little tired of cleaning his litter box. Things look promising until the curtains rise on rehearsal night to reveal Ruiner sitting on the lifeless body of the wizard who promised to help him.

Love is in the air, and Cupid’s arrows are flying in Rock Springs, Texas! He kissed me on New Years' and turned my world upside down in more ways than one. Then he wants to keep me at arm's length saying he has to put together the Sweethearts Dance and doesn’t have time. But he won’t let any other man near me either. I’m getting whiplash from his moods. It’s time to put my foot down once and for all. Only that completely backfired on me. He plans to be my Valentine this year. No. Matter. What. Read Now!

Ireland, 1922. The Civil War rages and in its shadow, an extraordinary love story begins. The Marriage of Nurse Harding is a powerful, emotional journey that will stay with you long after the final chapter. Nora Harding, a devoted Catholic nurse, risks her life to care for wounded soldiers during the Battle of Dublin, as Free State forces close in on Doran's Hotel. Her strength and compassion shine in the darkest of times, but her world shifts when she meets Victor Hewdon, a Protestant landowner with a past as complex as her own.

In this unforgettable memoir, the daughter of the "Happy Face" serial killer shares her poignant message of hope and the power of finding your voice. Melissa has told her story on several national talk shows and as the host of the LMN television series Monster in My Family. She continues to share in this updated edition of Shattered Silence, which features two new chapters. Uplifting and emotional, this book will inspire you to trust your intuition and speak out for truth as you face your own challenges and conquer your own obstacles.