Showing results by narrator "Gabrielle Baker" in All Categories

In the fairy tale realm of Arilland, stories are told at children's bedsides - and not the stories you think you know. Tales of Arilland is a collection of fairy tales, presented in the magical topsy-turvy way that only Alethea Kontis can do. Discover the story of Bluebeard's first wife ("Blood From Stone"), what really happened to Snow White in those dark woods ("The Unicorn Hunter"), how dangerous the Little Mermaid might have been ("Blood and Water"), and just how far Little Red Riding Hood was willing to go ("Hero Worship").

When her parents died in a tragic accident and her life in Australia fell apart, Carlie was sent across the ocean to live with a stranger. After a harrowing journey through the mists, she finally found peace with her grandmother, magic with her new friend, and first love with her druidic soul mate. But then she was plunged back into the darkness. Now, haunted by loss and betrayal, and worried that her shattered heart is beyond repair, she must decide whether she has it in her to find her way back into the light.

Our world was born into chaos four billion years ago. It has survived to nurture and protect a species that is duty-bound to help it live. And it's not human. Now those protectors are dying, and the Earth will perish. Their leader, Rox, has a plan, but she will not be alone. From a chance meeting, Rox will travel with the bravest creature she has ever met: a young human girl, Ellie. Travel with them both through the dark woods to the far reaches of the past, as they seek a way to save our world.

David and Emma Thomas have reached the end of the road. Only one thing is preventing them from parting ways: a painting they bought on honeymoon. Priceless to both of them, the only solution seems to be to find the second of the elusive Masters' seascapes and each carry away a piece of the past.

"I hate you. I hate you with all of Sylvia's heart." Helen has waited for months for the heart that will save her life. After reaching out to the grieving mother of her donor heart, Helen realizes that a second chance comes at a price. The price, she soon realizes, is much steeper than she'd ever have chosen to pay. There's more than one way to break a heart. There's more than one way to destroy a life...

Three dark, sardonic short stories that will have you expecting the unexpected: In "Poison," a psychologically abused wife discovers that her husband's nut allergy may be the solution to all her problems. In "Round Trip," a five pound note passes through desperate hands, greedy hands and tired hands before coming full circle…accompanied by a big surprise. In "Ç'est La Vie," the police bungle a murder investigation under the watchful eye of someone uncomfortably close to the killing.

Feature 1: "The Mausoleum": An act of curiosity leads to the world being overrun by the paranormal. As the world fights for survival, it's up to one woman to save it. The woman's name is Emmanuelle, and she's the next keeper of the Mausoleum. Feature 2: "The Nefarious Wizard": A gas station is robbed and a wizard dies. His brother wants revenge, while the only surviving victim of the robbery just wants her life back. Their worlds - and the world of a mysterious man in black - collide in an epic showdown.

June 1944: Since her father's stroke, Jean has been trying to run her parents' farm almost single-handedly and is in desperate need of help. Karl, a German prisoner of war, turns out to be just what she needs. Fraternisation with prisoners is forbidden, but as the weeks pass, Jean and Karl become closer - much to the dismay of Jean's family and Karl's compatriots. Can their love have a future when it seems every hand is against them?

In June of 1961, A. E. Hotchner visited an old friend in the psychiatric ward of St. Mary's Hospital. It would be the last time they spoke: a few weeks later, Ernest Hemingway was released home, where he took his own life. Their final conversation was also the final installment in a story whose telling Hemingway had spread over nearly a decade.

There are many things that you can hope for in life but surely the most precious of all is love. If you are lucky you will fall in love during your lifetime. If you are even luckier, someone will fall in love with you during your lifetime. If you are truly blessed you will love and be loved back at the same time. This is the story of Harry Schmidt and his luck, both good and bad, in love.

To experience happiness and fulfillment day to day, you don't need to change your life—you simply need to be present in it. Through a collection of easy-to-follow tips, this book will show you how to shift your mindset and live more fully in the moment. There are so many moments worth cherishing in our daily lives, and when you focus on the now, they're yours to find. So dive into this book and give yourself the gift of being present every day.

The alpha of the Crawley Pack may have ruined our lives and wedged an undeniable divide between Malone and I, but I will do anything in my power to bring him back to me. Even if that means binding my witch side and becoming a full werewolf. In my quest to find a witch powerful enough to break my curse, I inadvertently destroy my enemy and almost break myself. I swore to bring Malone back to me and my efforts are rewarded when he swears to protect me always. We will have the ceremony and finally be united.

Tensions are increasing in Brighton with the werewolves and witches about to show down over the famous standing stones. And where do I fit into all this? Smack-bang in the middle, pulled between both factions. Malone wants me to renounce my ties to the Brighton Coven, which should be easy, considering they expelled me when I became a hybrid. However, Drake, my dear brother, is still a witch. Which means I can't abandon him to rule a pack alongside my alpha mate. Can I bridge the gap between my two worlds and create harmony? Or will my alpha demand that I fall in line?

Alicia Lindsay, the dowager Countess Lindsay, has spent her life under the dominion of men—leered at yes, but ultimately silenced and cast aside. But widowhood has granted her the freedom to voice her critiques against injustices in articles that have enraptured the nation. Resolved to bring about political change, Alicia's investigation of the newest party candidates leads her to the captivating, hardheaded Lord Inverray. She's unprepared when he proves to be not only charming but chivalrous.

In the wake of a fire that decimates his racing stock, Christian Andrews, the Marquess of Amstead, struggles to keep his family's stud farm from slipping into ruin and painstakingly rebuilds the program. When one of his prime stallions is injured, he notices his new assistant trainer has a special way with the horses. As talented as the trainer is, once he realizes he is a she, and a very beautiful, spirited she at that, he should sack her before scandal breaks. But it's only weeks before the race he's counting on to build back his fortune, and Flora should be by his side for the win.

The world is changing so fast that it's hard to know how to think about what we ought to do. David Edmonds has put together a philosophical task force to get to grips with these challenges. Twenty-nine philosophers present provocative and engaging pieces about aspects of life today, and life tomorrow—birth and death, health and medicine, brain and body, personal relationships, wrongdoing and justice, the internet, animals, and the environment. The future won't look the same when you've finished this book.