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Drawn to another world at the behest of a goddess without hope, thrown into conflict to protect a people on the brink of destruction, and drawn into a conflict millennia old, Koda Burke should have been upset at the very least. But in exchange for answering the desperate pleas of Thera Ivorycrown, Koda has been given everything that he had wanted in his previous life and more. A people to call his own, a place to belong, and a purpose in his life.

A town rescued from its fate. Duty is done and his home is now safe from the threat of the Crooked. Koda Burke was ready for a rest from the breakneck pace he’d endured since arriving on this new world. He’d fought, bled, and killed for the people of Amberpost, and been sent on his way with a pat on the head and a bag of coins by the town council. But at least people escaped the gruesome fate waiting at the hands of the Crooked. That was a good reward at least, right?

Providing performance feedback is one of the most challenging tasks leaders face. Feedback often sparks frustration and fear for both leaders and their teams. Why? Because there is a disconnect between what leaders think they are communicating and what employees receive. In this essential book, leadership experts Mashihi and Nowack offer leaders their four-part Performance Feedback Coaching Model, designed to bridge this gap.

Emily Byrd Starr is destined to become a great writer. With high school behind her and her girlhood chums pursuing their ambitions far from home, Emily faces the future alone at dear old New Moon Farm, with only her maiden aunts and Uncle Jimmy as companions. But when a tragic accident threatens her life, she casts aside old dreams in favor of a new and surprising romance.

This is the story of supernatural power that challenges a world trapped in terror and tribulation. Two people embrace their identity as carriers of the life-altering power of the King of the Universe, the King who they believe literally lives inside them. Out of that belief come miraculous signs and stunning wonders. How can such power be wielded by two ordinary people? The answer is clear—two answers, opposing responses. These two people are either servants of demons or they are coworkers with angels. Elijah Kimani and Miram Law have saturated themselves in the Spirit of Jesus.

With the help of Marvelosissimo the Mathematical Magician, the concepts of a million, a billion and a trillion are not quite so intimidating. This book reveals how big a bowl would be needed to hold a million goldfish, or how many years it would take to count to a million.

Remaking the World examines the connections between the Cold War and decolonization, which helped define the post-World War II global order. Drawing on new scholarship, this comprehensive study provides a chronological overview from World War I to the Soviet collapse and highlights key developments in the international system as decolonization unfolded in tandem with the Cold War.

For New Year's Eve, Karen thinks everyone should make a promise. Hannie is going to stop biting her nails. Kristy promises not to talk to her boyfriend on the phone so much. And Karen makes the most promises of all—nine! But pretty soon, everyone starts breaking their promises. And her brothers and sisters are calling Karen a spy! Poor Karen. Why is everyone being bad except her?

Researchers are finding that genes play a smaller role in overall health than most individuals realize. More often, the life people lead in their later years is a culmination of personal attitudes, decisions made, and actions taken beginning in young adulthood. The book covers a variety of topics including responding to personal risks, how to challenge the brain and body, healthy diet, physical activity, resiliency, retirement planning, and living a fulfilling life. Listeners also will find practical tips to keep their minds, bodies, and spirits in top shape.

This audiobook, read by Audie award-winning narrators, includes unabridged recordings of E.M. Forster's 5 great novels, his greatest work of literary criticism, and 2 short story collections.

First published in 1910, this classic tale of three very different and socially distant families, whose lives intertwine through chance encounter, still has the power to move and entertain us. The passionate and artistic Schlegels, with their idealism and compassion find themselves inextricably linked with the pragmatic and capable Wilcox family, through a series of events which change the course of their lives forever.

Our first foray into World Heritage sites, World Heritage Sites: Exploring the World’s Greatest Places, celebrated UNESCO’s remarkable initiative, exploring a rich sampling of these sites across the globe. In this exciting sequel of 12 thrilling lectures, World Heritage Sites II: 12 More of the World’s Greatest Places, expert historian Professor Jacobs introduces you to a dozen more extraordinary treasures of archaeology, architecture, art, engineering, and the natural world.

Conhecer Renzo Petrucelli, um bilionário italiano, não estava nos meus planos. Muito menos aceitar ser sua namorada de mentira. Mas o que a gente não faz quando está desesperada, não é mesmo? E eu estava. Muito. Por quê? Que tal conhecer a minha história para entender?

Depois de Scarlett Ryan e Liv Scott, agora é a vez da ruiva, Ticy Parker, contar sua história. Apesar do passado traumático, a advogada e sócia de um renomado escritório em Nova York procura viver de bem com a vida. Porém, com suas amigas agora casadas e seguindo rumos diferentes, ela terá que aprender a caminhar sozinha, desviando-se dos pensamentos sombrios que ameaçam sua paz e confiança.

In 1921, Inupait seamstress Ada Blackjack joined a a group of four white men who wanted to establish a trading post on Wrangel Island in the freezing Arctic Ocean. The explorers were stranded on the island when their return ship was forced to turn back due to ice. Facing harsh conditions and dwindling food supplies, the men died one by one, but Ada remained. Find out how she alone managed to survive the disastrous expedition.

What is it like to live in or visit Australia? What makes Australia’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of Australian people.

Angus grew up around the strange. With his mother able to see and speak to ghosts, he's grown up knowing there are things most people can't see or understand. When he accidentally catches Lance arguing with a ghost, he knows he has to step in before the man thinks he's going crazy. As Lance adjusts to his new ability, he also realizes seeing ghosts has its advantages. When several women are murdered in the area, it's up to Lance and Angus to work with the ghosts of the victims to catch the killer.

Gabriela Maria é carioca, tem 25 anos e é uma leitora voraz de livros hot. Seus personagens preferidos são os CEOs e ai de quem os critica perto dela. Certo dia, ela está em uma livraria e esbarra em uma mulher. As duas conversam, trocam figurinhas sobre livros eróticos, até que a desconhecida resolve emprestar um livro para Gabriela, com a promessa de que seria totalmente diferente de tudo o que ela já leu. Curiosa como é, a nossa protagonista aceita a oferta, ela só não imaginava que a sua vida mudaria completamente.

Scarlett Ryan é uma mulher linda, forte e bem-sucedida. Futura CEO, por herança de seu pai, de uma das maiores agências de marketing dos EUA, Scarlett nem sempre teve uma vida boa. O fato de sua mãe tê-la abandonado ainda pequena e a descoberta de uma doença em seu pai, fizeram com que se tornasse uma mulher com grandes responsabilidades, apesar de seus 25 anos.

LIV SCOTT é uma mulher sem “papas na língua”. Nova-Iorquina, dona de uma beleza estonteante, gênio forte, proprietária da Models & Models―uma próspera agência de Moda―e tem como lema “curtir a vida e não se apegar”. Após ver sua amiga Scarlett Ryan tomar um rumo diferente do que planejou para si―ela está comprometida―Liv convida Ticy Parker, sua outra melhor amiga, para passar um final de semana de diversão em Los Angeles a fim de irem ao show da maior banda de rock do momento.