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Alastair and Fiona are betrothed, yet Alastair, successor to the Lairdship of Aberdeen, is rebelling against the arranged marriage. Spoiled and entitled, Fiona desperately clings to Alastair. For if she cannot have him, no one else will. When Alastair meets his mother's new maid, Aileen, his heart feels a passion that he has never felt for Fiona. But as successor to the Lairdship, he brushes aside his feelings, preparing for his wedding to a woman he will never love. But Fiona has noticed the way he looks at Aileen and concocts a plan of her own.

Agnes' hard life from a young age leaves her feeling scorned and unloved. As she works long hours in the castle's kitchens, she is shunned by the other servants. While Agnes accepts her lot in life, she is surprised when she encounters the Laird of Edinburgh, William. Although he is kind to her, Agnes knows he is only being polite. But William's heart flutters whenever he sees her. But there is someone in the castle of Clan Anderson who does not want William to be around Agnes, and they will do whatever it takes to remove her from William's life.

When a mysterious 18-year-old woman attracts the Laird of Inverness, Wallace, Clan Campbell is wary. For Bridget has appeared suddenly, with a harrowing tale too absurd to be true. As Wallace's feelings grow for the beautiful woman, Bridget's feelings grow for another man. She is prepared to do whatever Alec wants to gain favor for her clan. But when Wallace's life is on the line, Bridget must make a choice. Do the evil that Alec wants or risk her own life to protect the man she has come to care about.

For centuries, the kingdoms of Grunald and Helven have enjoyed a fragile peace, overseen by a mysterious order known as the Knights of the Hour. In the court of Oakhaven, news of the order’s destruction throws the peace into uncertainty. Lord Kerr, last Knight of the Hour, finds himself in an impossible position. Caught between the kingdom’s eagerness for war and the search for answers with regard to his order’s fate, he walks a treacherous line in which all options seem to lead to danger, and mortal peril.

Saved from the streets by the mysterious George Whipple, Parker and Lydia grew up in the Whipplehouse Orphanage. After being fitted with a magical monocle, Parker finds he has the ability to stop time. With his new power, he spends his days tinkering and inventing intricate doodads. Life is grand until the night Elias comes to town. Parker's life is turned upside down when tragedy strikes on the night of the winter solstice of his 18th year. He risks losing the one thing he loves most: Lydia. But will his newfound power be able to find her?

Spald arrives at the business of his potential employer and is hired to find and destroy a creature interfering with the operations of a lucrative mine. He doesn’t take too seriously the doomsday stories of almost a dozen hunters already killed by the beast, but he does take seriously the opportunity to recover eleven pouches of gems. As he explores the mine, though, he can’t help but face the truth-this is no fanciful fear brought on by superstition. Instead, an all-to-real native beast threatens the colonists who lost touch with Earth decades before.

Simple heartwarming stories about a father and daughter, and other children, in nature. Written during the first year of the Earth Children, a forest kindergarten in the mountains of New Mexico, the stories will leave you laughing, surprised, and occasionally uncomfortable. It is a glimpse into the wonder of childhood (and parenthood) through the eyes of a loving and devoted father, a joyous ride for anyone who was once a child and isn’t anymore.

Are you going home after teaching abroad but are feeling stressed out about it? Life After ESL is the book for those who've been teaching English abroad but are planning to return to their home countries. If you want to make this transition in the smoothest way possible, you'll need to listen to Life After ESL for some solid advice to get you off on the right foot!

Catriona Remington tried to leave her past behind—her magic, her coven, and the memories that still haunt her. As host of the newscast, The Scoop At Five: Live!, she prefers to show the world a brave face. Inside she's barely keeping it together, worrying over the fates of Sarina and Jonathan Lance, who are trapped in the dimension of Blackwater Hills—a world ruled by shapeshifters, ancient laws, and primal magic.

What if you were born with a secret so dangerous, even the gods wanted you dead? In the secluded forests of northern Maine, USA the tribe of Corvus the beast god guards an ancient truth: some are born with the power to change shape—and those who are must never be allowed to live.

From the award-winning author Guy Lozier comes this unusual book of half fiction and half non-fiction. Originally published as Assassinating Custer, Book One of The Disclosure Files and The Hybrid Anunnaki, Book Two of The Disclosure Files: We follow Guy's team through their investigation of the never before published Manuscript of William D. Nugent who fought and survived the Battle of Little Bighorn. The outlandish tales of Guy's team surrounding the investigation are designed to capture one's imagination for entertainment purposes.

When the magical WoodRock is stolen from the Land of Elyk, a wizard must find six volunteers to go with him on a dangerous journey to the Land of Nodnarb in the hope of retrieving the stone before something evil can take over the world. Along the way, these adventurers will face many obstacles, as well as their own mistrust of one another. On the Ocean Road, teens will be forced to become adults as they battle goblins, wicked trolls, and the fiercest creature of them all - the Gothmur.

Tavish was the best boyfriend Kelsey ever had, but seven years ago he disappeared. She coped with her heartbreak by finishing her doctorate in Celtic Artwork, and now her career is taking off. Except Tavish keeps showing up at her job sites and butting into her business - all the while wearing that stupid sexy kilt. But she's here to see the ruins, not Tavish. So she'll just have to show him who's boss at this site. Because under these cliffs at Dunskey Castle, it is rumored, lies the true ancient palace of the kings of Alba.

Follow the story of young, apprehensive student, Kristian Wallace as he finds himself thrust back into a world he had previously rejected. After leaving behind the mystery, magic, and mysticism of the “Order of Light”, Kristian is once again on a dangerous mission against supernatural forces. Returning to confront the challenges bestowed upon those who are chosen to blend with a magical entity, known as a Phoenix; Kristian uses the special powers endowed to him, as he soon comprehends the reality that he can no longer hide from his destiny.

Becalmed on alien seas, Ariane offers herself up to the sea god, fulfilling the vow she broke years before. But will her sacrifice be enough to save their ship and country? Sir Garland and company enter alien territory in their chase against time and the terrifying keeper of Graywash Hall. The Journeyman knows that only one thing can save them against the Shadowman’s Orb.

Soncerae is a Muir Witch whose destiny is to save these Highland warriors who refuse to leave Culloden's hallowed, forever-bloody ground. She can win back their lives, but only for a time. And in that time, she hopes to prove that a heart's true desire can mean so much more than revenge. This anthology contains the stories of Fraser, Rabby, and Macbeth.

In this collection of romantic Highlanders, you'll go with Gareth on a rampage through Scotland, to Washington with Aiden to thwart a stalker, and to Las Vegas where Liam will charm his way through danger. 79 Highlanders arose from their graves the day after the Battle of Culloden Moor. Nearly 300 years later, a young lass hopes to re-write history... 79 Highlanders arose from their graves the day after the Battle of Culloden Moor. Nearly 300 years later, a young lass hopes to re-write history...

In this collection of romantic Highlanders, you'll go with Cade to revisit his childhood sweetheart, with Murdock as he fights to keep the woman who snags his heart, and on to Texas where Kenrick poses as a fake fiancé, even as his heart yearns for more. 79 Highlanders arose from their graves the day after the Battle of Culloden Moor. Nearly 300 years later, a young lass hopes to re-write history...

Soncerae, a young and formidable Muir witch, has won the hearts and undying devotion of a band of Highland ghosts who haunt the battlefield on Culloden Moor. She promises each of them two days of life and one last chance to prove their courage, but keeps the real price a secret. One by one, these men plunge into their unique adventures. Will they prove brave enough to surrender their revenge, let go of Culloden, and grasp something wonderful? It shouldn't be difficult. After all, it wasn't revenge that kept them tethered to that ground...

In this collection of romantic Highlanders, you'll meet Morey, Finlay, and Hamish. Two of them are heroes to the bone. One is the actual enemy!