Retired detective Tobias “Swede” Atkins is in for a rollercoaster ride. Battling post-coma challenges, a perplexing ex-wife, and accusations of arson, his world spirals into a tangled web of suspicions and doubts. As he navigates a town on the edge of chaos, a woman’s desire to turn a restaurant into a battleground unravels a historic murder and concealed secrets fanned by the mountain’s fiery whispers. Swede discovers the past haunts the present and truth is as elusive as mountain winds.
Juhtyce Mābē takes us on a beautiful tour through the urban terrain of the human psyche in "Drunken Words Over Sober Thoughts," uncovering the emotional and vulnerable gems that are concealed there. The author skillfully weaves narratives that have a tremendous impact on our everyday lives while navigating the fabric of relevant poetry with a heart unspoiled by spirits but with a keen knowledge of the great insights that happen when one is drunk. With its personal and sincere study of life's most sensitive features, this collection of rhymes exceeds the limitations of poetry as we know it. The fundamental paradox of inebriation—the contradiction of inebriated speech revealing the most genuine, sober ideas that are frequently hidden—is shown by the author via the lens of sobriety.
The poetry collage "Drunken Words over Sober Thoughts" captures the spectrum of feelings that make up the human experience. It makes its way through the winding lanes of love, heartache, hope, desperation, and resiliency. As the author turns personal experiences into timeless stories, readers are invited to share in the collective vulnerability that unites us all with each page turn. This book's words are a symphony of empathy, urging readers to find comfort in the same feelings that run through all of our experiences. The author reveals the remarkable in the ordinary by capturing the deep moments that frequently escape notice in daily life via the skillful interplay of language.
Angelina Van Halen
I’m in Sin City the day before Valentine’s to go to the Bay Brothers rock concert with my son and his fiance’. This might be the band’s last one and my heart beats for only one. Rhett Bay and I were once a thing before my father decided I had to marry for the family. That’s what the mafia does. Right? So, I did. Now I’m seeing him in concert and I want him again. What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas.
Rhett Bay
This might be our last concert. My brothers haven’t decided yet and I’ll go along with whatever they decide. I’ve never been married and even though I’m in my sixties I’m still having the time of my life. A new girl every day. Who cares if they’re young enough to be my daughter. And my grandnephew reminded me. Young enough to be my granddaughter. F###. I need to find someone my own age. Then I find Angelina again.
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Aspiring to be a renowned R&B singer, Nia becomes willing to venture into dangerous territory when she makes a life-altering decision: selling her soul to the devil.
Nia's journey begins in the neglected corners of Liberty City, where her undeniable talent and soulful voice enchant anyone who hears her sing. But as Nia yearns for fame and recognition, she impulsively seeks an unconventional path toward achieving her dreams. Driven by her desperation to stand out in a ruthless industry, she recklessly strikes a deal with the devil himself.
As Nia's star begins to rise, her life transforms into a whirlwind of unimaginable success. Rumors of her deal with the devil intensify, and her soul becomes the price she must constantly pay. With her every performance, Nia lures her audiences into ethereal realms of music, igniting a passion and desire rarely seen before.
However, the further Nia delves into her dark pact, the more she loses sight of herself. Caught between her insatiable ambition and the haunting consequences that come with her otherworldly abilities, Nia finds herself trapped in a web spun by the forces of temptation and corruption.
“The Pact” is an unputdownable tale that delves into the depths of human nature, exploring the lengths one is willing to go to grasp their dreams. This gripping narrative serves as a cautionary tale, reminding readers about the true cost of fame and the delicate balance between ambition and morality.
In a world where dreams come at an alarming price, will Nia find redemption and reclaim her soul, or forever be ensnared in the seductive melody that binds her to the devil?
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The Birthing House is a novel of literary fiction about writing, memory and belonging. Themes of birth and becoming, trauma and time, are woven into a text in love with language. Deeply drawn characters struggle against powerful obstacles to their lives and identities as they make difficult choices to move forward.
This is a story about Alice, who believed her life was perfect. At twenty-eight years old, she had a wonderful husband, a blossoming career, and enough money to not worry about expenses.
On the night when Alice returned from her honeymoon, she fell asleep in the arms of her loving husband, and woke up four years in the past, alone, in the room she rented while studying for her degree.
Normally, Alice would be happy to get a do-over and fix her mistakes, but how could she fix anything and risk changing the future?
With no other way to go than forward, Alice created a plan to get her happy life back. She was determined to not change a thing and return to the future where she would have it all. Unexpectedly, Alice quickly realized that some things were not as remembered them.
Alice’s determination crumbled. Was that the future worth fighting for?
This novel has an intense storyline filled with mystery, adventure, comedy, and steamy moments where Alice (together with readers) gets to collect the pieces through parallel lifetimes and discover who her friends are, and with whom she will find her Happy Ever After.
Back to My Happy Ever After is a contemporary romance novel that ranked in the top three novels in the MyFavReads Romance Contest.
The Synopsis:
At 27 years old, Alice has it all. A successful career, status, money, and a loving husband. Her life is a modern fairytale.
It all takes an unexpected turn when Alice wakes up as her 23-year-old self, a student working on her master's degree in robotics engineering.
Desperate to get her perfect life back, Alice is determined to retrace her steps. She will do things exactly how she did the first time because the consequences of the butterfly effect could be catastrophic.
Alice makes a plan to get her prestigious job at NASA, meet Jacob and marry him after 4 years of dating. She did it once, and she will do it again.
It sounds easy, but...
Can Alice work on a group project, knowing she will be blamed for the costly incident?
Can she go on dates, aware they are not with 'Mr. Right?'
Will she allow her parents to go on a vacation and never return because their plane will crash?
Alice's plan cracks when she realizes that some things were not as expected.
Why were Jacob and Jenny so close!?
And why was the university's heartthrob following Alice everywhere?
That wasn't right! Re-doing things shouldn't be so difficult!
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My mother’s dying wish was that I never return to my hometown.
If only I could remember why I needed to stay away.
Postcards of the small town from an unknown sender lure me closer to home.
The town’s bad boy turned billionaire has his eyes set on my family’s estate, and he’s my old flame, Ethan McWealth…
But he's not the rebel who once stole my heart.
He's an entrepreneur with a hidden agenda, determined to claim what doesn’t belong to him.
A fake engagement to save the property traps us together, and our animosity turns to burning attraction.
He tries to shield me from my painful history, but the longer we’re here, the more I need to uncover about myself.
When a stalker unveils the mysteries of my past, secrets threaten my life and the fragile bond I’ve rebuilt with Ethan.
The more we uncover the truth, the more I wish I had listened to my mother.
"Grace's Daughter" is a poetic journey through the life of Alyssa Stephens, capturing the essence of her evolution from innocence to wisdom. These verses, beautifully woven, unveil the intricate tapestry of her experiences, from the delicate whispers of childhood to the bold footsteps of adolescence and the blossoming of maturity. Each poem tells a story, a chapter in the book of her life, echoing the universal truths of growth and self-discovery. Through this collection, readers will find themselves reflected in the hopes, dreams, heartaches, and triumphs of becoming a woman. "Grace's Daughter" is a reminder that within every woman is a story waiting to be told, a strength to be celebrated, and a grace to be cherished. This poetry book is a heartfelt tribute to the remarkable journey of youth and womanhood, evoking both nostalgia and empowerment in its readers.
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AfterLife is a novel that explores the problem of human pain and suffering juxtaposed to a good God. The exploration of the theodicy problem progresses on Earth and in Paradise concurrently. The main proposition is that our free will is the foundational cause of the problem. Other premises presented include that God does not ordain our suffering and that God loves us. An angel is the main character who travels between Paradise and Earth to witness the various story-lines play out.
Book 1 There Will Be Trouble
The Hill family is dysfunctionally grieving the impending death of the wife and mother, Karen, due to a congenital heart condition. After Karen’s passing, two of the surviving members of her family digress into progressively decompensating behaviors, the other surviving family member tries to stay on a healthy course. Karen enters Paradise and meets previously departed family members and many notable historical figures.
Book 2 Making All Things New
The two highly dysfunctional family members attempt to navigate multiple life-threatening situations, progressively degenerating in their perceptions and behaviors. The one substantially functional family member struggles against external obstacles to remain healthy. Karen receives a quest from God to help her struggling family.
Book 3 The Redemption of God
The crescendo develops and explodes. Is holding on to God’s goodness still warranted in view of the massive catastrophic events? Can those so incredibly traumatized continue to credibly love and trust God? Can the theodicy problem be solved?
