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When wealthy industrialist and land owner John Mallathorpe passes away in an unfortunate accident without a known will, his estate falls into the hands of his wife and children. They live a lavish lifestyle until a humble bookseller uncovers Mallathorpes hidden will inside a book from the estate. The will reveals a shocking truth - the entire estate, save for a small sum for the family, has been left to the city authorities. The bookseller, seeking legal advice, dies unexpectedly in a solicitors office. A keen-eyed clerk spots an opportunity to exploit this newfound knowledge for personal gain...

Nemesis is a Diabolic, a humanoid teenager created to protect a galactic senator's daughter, Sidonia. The two have grown up side by side but are in no way sisters. Nemesis is expected to give her life for Sidonia, and she would do so gladly. She would also take as many lives as necessary to keep Sidonia safe. When the power-mad emperor learns Sidonia's father is participating in a rebellion, he summons Sidonia to the Galactic court. She is to serve as a hostage. Now there is only one way for Nemesis to protect Sidonia. She must become her.

Wildlife conservationist Jade Sinclair isn’t used to having money. But when she and her siblings learned they were part of the mega-rich Sinclair dynasty, they became billionaires overnight. Jade doesn’t even know how to act rich, especially when she’s dealing with an arrogant, privileged, unreasonably sexy snob like Eli Stone. Unlike Jade, Eli grew up rich, and he just keeps getting richer.

The world ignites without warning. Spontaneous human combustion transforms cities into silent ash, leaving survivors with nothing but scars and instinct. For Rory, the pain began before the flames with her mother’s death. For Dante, it started when she watched her father vanish on a storm of embers. Now, in the desolate Colorado wilderness, these two young women’s path intersect. Strangers at first, they’re bound by shared loss and hardened survival. Each day brings new battles; against hunger, marauders, and nature itself. But in this crumbling world, something unexpected blooms.

When 16-year-old Jenna Waters mysteriously finds herself on a human-inhabited planet 28 light-years from Earth, she’ll do anything to find her way home. But the planet’s World Council is reluctant to help when all their resources are being directed into the war effort against the tyrannical dictator, Kael. They also don’t believe Jenna is as innocent as she claims. Desperate to prove she’s not some spy leaking council secrets, Jenna solicits the help of the gorgeous military tech, Luka, to hunt down the real culprit—only to find dead bodies in her wake.

Earth has fallen and Mars is in chaos. With their coup behind them, the Arete crew regroups and plans for life beyond the civil war. There's only one problem: one of their number has yet to return from his undercover mission.

The fear of growing old is a universal burden. Here’s the book you need to ensure that you move into and through old age with grit and grace. Fr. John LaFarge shows you how to conquer any fear of aging and how to make your golden years the best years of your life. At age 84, Fr. LaFarge was struck by the many advantages and blessings of aging, and he observed that modern men and women have lost touch with the traditional view of old age as the crowning summit of life. Seeing old age instead as a calamity, he says, is what makes aging such a misery for many.

First came the whispers. Then the screams. Then the world learned a terrifying truth: the human body can ignite from within. They called it SHC—Spontaneous Human Combustion. No warning. No logic. No mercy. One morning, people simply started burning. And it's consuming humanity, one spark at a time. Where every heartbeat could be your last, and the most dangerous thing to burn for... is hope.

Je n'ai pas l'habitude de piéger les femmes amnésiques dans le mariage. Mais je suppose qu'il y a une première fois pour tout. Elle est ici. Dans ma maison. À ma merci. J'épouse un monstre magnifique. Un escroc. Le célibataire le plus riche d'Amérique.

Welcome to FhCon. An event unlike any other, hosted by ancient and secret masters of fandom. They're insanely happy you're here. Nineteen popular, best-selling, and award-winning authors bring you stories of a convention experience only the Old Gods will make you forget.

Deputy Marshal Zeb Clemens usually goes out looking for trouble—but sometimes, it finds him first. The town of Silver Mesa seemed ideal for him: not too large, not too small, neither too remote nor too close to civilization… and even a woman he fancies. It’s the perfect hometown for a man who cannot die.

This gripping psychological thriller follows a determined girl who, after her sister Emma’s suspicious death is ruled a suicide, refuses to accept the official explanation and confronts the controlling and abusive Andrew, whose dark secrets threaten her and her unborn child. As she uncovers the truth hidden within the walls of their oppressive home, she must summon the courage to fight for her freedom and justice for Emma.

In the neon-lit depths of Mafia Land, a city rebuilt by women after the collapse of patriarchal rule, three ruthless Mothers hold absolute power. Beneath their flawless regime, Leonor, a deadly assassin trained by her enigmatic mentor, plots to shatter the matriarchy and restore the old order. But when her lover is murdered by the regime’s most feared enforcer, Leonor’s grief ignites a relentless quest for vengeance.

Nestled in the tranquility of a cathedral town in England, a web of gossip, secrets, and deception unravels around characters who are not all they appear to be. This captivating murder mystery unfolds in a setting as intriguing as the people who inhabit it. (Summary by Gesine)

The unassuming Leonard Middlebrook, a young lawyer with a penchant for bibliographical pursuits, finds himself embroiled in a thrilling mystery that spans from the British Isles to the Far East. His journey begins when he is invited to the secluded Ravensdene Court on the Northumbrian coast, where Francis Raven, a retired Indian careerist, requires assistance in sorting through a vast collection of books and artifacts. As Leonard delves deeper into the task, he becomes the epicenter of a chilling enigma that threatens not just him, but also the lively Miss Raven, Franciss niece. Join Leonard ...

Embark on a gripping journey with investigative journalist Richard Brixey as he delves into the heart of ancient Silchester, England, in a desperate search for his vanished uncle, Mr. Linthwaite. From the haunting ruins of the Priory to unyielding potential witnesses, every turn holds a new mystery. Encounter the enigmatic Mrs. Byfield and uncover her deeply hidden ties to Mr. Linthwaite. What clandestine plot did Mr. Linthwaite unwittingly discover, leading to his sudden disappearance? Is he still among the living or has he met a grim fate? Amidst the intrigue, will the charismatic Brixey ...

Dive into an intricate English murder mystery set within the heart of Londons legal district. A weary journalist, returning home after a demanding night at work, stumbles upon the puzzling scene of a crime. An elderly man lays dead in the law chambers, struck from behind. As his investigative instincts take over, our protagonist is drawn into a labyrinth of secrets and lies stretching from London to Cornwall to Yorkshire. Will the truth remain buried or will justice prevail? Stay tuned to unravel the twisted tale that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the last moment.

Unser Ende wird kommen. Ich sehe es in deinen Augen, so wie du es in meinen siehst. Nichts kann uns vor dem beschützen, was in uns darauf wartet, alles zu zerstören. NOLAN: Wir sind wie rotes Feuer und schwarzes Öl. Niemand kann uns daran hindern, zu brennen. Wir werden uns gegenseitig verzehren. Du mich und ich dich. Bist du wirklich bereit, bis zum Ende zu gehen? Oder hast du endlich dazugelernt und weißt, dass es nur einen Ausweg gibt? Sag mir, Prinzessin, ob du dir wirklich deinen Untergang wünschst. Vielleicht bin ich ja auch der Held in dieser Geschichte und werde dich davor retten.

Dive into the enthralling mystery surrounding the sudden death of Jacob Herapath, a prominent property tycoon and Member of Parliament. Found lifeless in his office with a revolver and a bullet wound to his head, the enigma only deepens with the discovery of a suspiciously forged will. This captivating puzzle is filled with unexpected twists and unpredictable turns, all narrated engagingly by Richard Kilmer.

After a lengthy seven-year absence, Guy Markenmore makes a dramatic return to his ancestral home, Markenmore Court, just as his father Sir Anthony draws his last breaths. Keen to put his younger siblings at ease, he promises not to stake a claim on the family fortune, even as he stands to inherit the family title. However, the night Sir Anthony passes, a shocking twist ensues - Guy is brutally killed on the downs. The inheritance is no longer the focus; the spotlight now falls on Detective Blick, entrusted with the daunting task of unveiling the truth behind the mysterious deaths at Markenmore...