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Author: Bassett, Tony
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Police Procedurals

Following a dog walker’s discovery of a man’s body in woodland, police identify the victim as Dr Scott Deeley, a GP who seems to have been liked and respected.

Only on digging further do they realize that he had been subject to a tribunal after the death of a young boy in his care.

The boy’s parents are obvious suspects. But perhaps too obvious. Detective Sergeant Sunita Roy is tasked with digging deeper into the man’s increasingly intriguing world.

But her own life is thrown in the air when she discovers her boyfriend in the force is still seeing his ex-wife.

With that and an internal affairs investigation going full throttle, the Heart of England police have a firestorm on their hands.

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Author: Richen, Rae
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Murder Mystery

Inner city architect Sarah Rohann takes on four street kids as apprentices creating an extraordinary makeshift family. But when Kevin, the newest apprentice, mysteriously disappears, Sarah’s world is shaken.

Fearing he’s returned to the dangerous gang life he once led, she searches his old haunts. In a derelict house Sarah makes a chilling discovery. Her moment of horror turns to terror when she realizes she’s trapped in a burning inferno.

Abe Hallowell, a chaplain for the police and fire department, arrives on the scene and discovers Sarah dazed, suffering from smoke and burns. From this harrowing event, the destinies of two extraordinary families become irrevocably entwined.

But vicious threats loom in the shadows, targeting both families through graffiti messages. As dangers close in, Sarah and Abe must summon their inner strength to protect the children.

Storm Surge (affiliate link)

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Author: Lafferty, Michael J.
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Humorous Fiction

It was a typical hot Sunday afternoon open house. The usual suspects of condo commandos, retired nobodies, and the ever present snowbirds filed through. None were buyers, Finn could tell. All they wanted to see was how the Epstein’s had decorated and to tell him how it was overpriced.

Finn hated his life. After 10 years selling real estate in the sleepy beach community of Vero Beach, FL he had had it. 7 years ago he was selling luxury homes on the beach, had rental property, nice cars and his family. Shortly into the real estate crash he had to file bankruptcy and shortly after the bankruptcy his wife had taken the kids moved back to savannah leaving him with nothing. Now he was selling $50,000 condominiums and doing price opinions for banks on foreclosed properties. All of the foreclosed properties were disgusting. Most had mold, missing appliances, stains of unknown origin, dead rats or raccoons in the pool and the occasional lone squatter thus the Glock he carried concealed in his messenger bag.

After his Mother (also a Realtor) is found face down in the pool of one of her listings Finn’s life changes for ever.

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Author: Gussman, Jessie
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Sweet Beach Romance

Vera Miller, a talented garden designer, comes to Raspberry Ridge with a heavy heart, planning a garden in memory of her son.

Dominic, her estranged husband, joins her to help.

Working together, they reminisce about their youth spent by Lake Michigan’s shores.

Amidst the town’s serene beauty and golden sunsets, Vera and Dominic confront their past, wondering if the magic of Raspberry Ridge can help them heal and rebuild their fractured marriage.

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Author: Appleton, Penny
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Sweet Romance

Can Lizzie overcome her family tragedy and find a future in Edinburgh — and love with Harry?
Lizzie Martin’s nickname is Mouse. As a child, she hid in her favorite chestnut tree to avoid a difficult home life, and now, she escapes to her attic room when she’s not looking after her increasingly sick mother. She feels trapped in a life she didn’t choose.

Harry Stewart is her brother’s best friend, a photographer who travels the world, never staying in one place for long. Lizzie has always loved Harry, but he looks upon her as a little sister. They meet again at a wedding in Idaho, USA, and Lizzie wishes her life could be different.

When family difficulties strike and Lizzie loses her home, Harry offers her a job in Edinburgh, Scotland. She begins to build a new life as an artist, finding friends and perhaps, a chance at love. A personal choice expands her horizons and suddenly Lizzie sees possibilities beyond her broken history.

But when her new life is threatened, Lizzie has to make a decision that will bring her closer to Harry or tear them apart forever.

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Author: Ryan, Carrie Ann
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Paranormal Witches & Wizards Romance

With one look, he knows she is his mate. But the enemy gets to her first.

The moment Jasper walks into Willow’s bakery, his wolf knows she’s his mate.
Only she’s human and has no idea the world of shifters and magic exists.
While his wolf wants her like no other, he knows he needs to take it slow or risk losing her forever.
But when the enemy Pack takes her from him, he’ll be forced to do the one thing he refused: force a mating.
Now Willow must survive in a world of danger and fated mates while the Redwood Pack faces a new danger…
A demon summoned by their rival Pack.
And the end of their world as they know it.

The Days of Winter: A Novel (affiliate link)

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Author: Freeman, Cynthia
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20th Century Historical Romance
Nathan Hack expects his four sons to marry well and keep up the tradition of becoming barristers in the prestigious house of Hack. But Rubin, the youngest, feels that his legacy is a stranglehold. He’s betrothed to a woman from a fine family when he falls in love with a beautiful, enigmatic stranger in Paris. Her name is Magda, and she will change Rubin’s life completely.
Decades later, history will repeat itself when a woman is caught between two men during Hitler’s regime.
Played out on the world stage against the backdrop of World Wars I and II, and peopled by an unforgettable cast of characters, The Days of Winter is a spellbinding story of pride and ambition, survival and redemption.
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Author: Smart, Andrew
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New Age Meditation

Harness the power of your breath to nourish your mind, body, and spirit.

For anyone in search of peace, clarity, and calm, Breathwork is an all-levels handbook of breathwork techniques—the practice of combining breathing exercises with meditation.

Decrease anxiety, foster energy, and build awareness using breathwork traditions.

• Covers foundational breathing techniques from a range of traditions—including Zen breathing, Somatic breathing, and Holotropic breathing
• Teaches simple-to-follow breathing exercises that you can do on your own
• Unintimidating and highly accessible to beginners

With practices for energy, healing, awareness, stress relief, and more, this all-levels guide gives you everything you need to find balance and clarity.

All you need is your breath to foster health and happiness.

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Author: Pang, Jeremy
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Asian Cooking, Food & Wine

From quick weekday suppers to family feasts with a bit more flare, Jeremy Pang’s School of Wok contains the tips and tricks you need to make the world of Asian cooking easily accessible so you never have to resort to a fakeaway ever again.

Chapter one: Chinese
Including General Tso’s Chicken; Garlic & Vermicelli Steamed Prawns and Vegan Chow Mein

Chapter two: Thai
Including Steamed Fish with Lemon Grass & Lime Broth; Bangkok Crab Omelette and Green Chicken Curry

Chapter three: Vietnamese
Including Quick Chicken Pho; Sweet Potato & Prawn Fritters and Crispy Tofu in Tomato Sauce

Chapter four: Singaporean & Malaysian
Including Vegan Laksa; Malaysian Mixed Rice and Sesame Oil Chicken

Chapter five: Indonesian & Pinoy
Including Pinoy Garlic Butter Chilli Prawns; Coconut Spicy Squash Stew and Ben’s Spicy Fried Chicken

Chapter five: Korean & Japanese
Including Kimchi Fried Rice, Korean Fried Chicken and Quick Vegan Ramen

Careful What You Witch For (affiliate link)

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Author: Jackson, Emma
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Romantic Fantasy

Two witches.
One life-changing spell.
Be careful what you witch for. . .

Becca Ashworth’s family is in trouble and with their magical legacy under threat, it puts their small village of Biddicote at risk too. So going against the witching tenets to summon an ancestor for help seems like a small price to pay to fix the problem…at first.

Connor Lynch is the Witches Council’s secret weapon and he’s just been deployed to find out exactly what the Ashworths are up to. But how he ends up posing as Becca’s fake husband at a magical inn in Cornwall as they hunt down a magical artefact is just as perplexing as the cheerful witch herself.

When their attraction for each other grows, Becca and Connor question everything they have been taught – and soon the missing artefact isn’t the only thing they are searching for. As love collides with duty, it’s clear that sometimes you need to be careful what you witch for…

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Author: Rardon, Candace Rose
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Coffee & Tea

Tea is one of the most popular beverages in the world—second only to water. And there’s so much to learn and try beyond the colorful boxes in the grocery store. Like wine and beer, each tea variety has its own distinct history, source, and flavor profile, from Darjeeling to matcha to Silver Needle. Tea is also embedded in the traditions of many cultures around the world and is shared with others through distinctive ceremonies that include unique customs, foods, and accessories. Within the pages of this pocket-sized guide, you’ll find information, how-tos, and trivia for tea lovers of all levels. Experts and newbies alike will learn about

• Tea Bags vs. Loose Leaf
• Anatomy of a Tea Plant
• How to Prepare Tea
• Tea Families and Common Varieties
• Types of Teapots and How to Use Them
• Tea Traditions Across the World

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Author: Pickman, Debra Lyn
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Occult Supernatural

This is the firsthand account of what Tony and Debra Pickman and their newborn son Taylor experienced in the now notorious Sallie House, from the day they moved in to the turn-of-the-century haunted house until they finally fled in terror. The story of the Sallie House and the fire-starting ghost girl who haunted it has sparked endless rumors and theories of murder, cover-ups, racism, and abuse. But the Pickmans know the real story because they lived it—and barely made it out alive.

Now, for the first time, Tony and Debra reveal untold stories from their ordeal. They describe Sallie’s seemingly protective fascination with their baby, and tell what it was like to live with menacing entities that scratched, bit, and terrorized their family. Along with historical research, the Pickmans share personal photographs and journal entries from their time spent living in the nightmare house that still haunts them today.

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