Author: Tom Sileo
Publisher: Da Capo Press
ISBN: 0306822385
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Recounts the personal story of how two Naval academy roommates--US Marine Travis Manion and US Navy SEAL Brendan Looney--defined a generation's sacrifice after 9/11, and how their loved ones carry on in their memory Four weeks after Navy SEALs had killed Osama bin Laden, the President of the United States stood in Arlington National Cemetery. In his Memorial Day address, he extolled the courage and sacrifice of the two young men buried side by side in the graves before him: Travis Manion, a fallen US Marine, and Brendan Looney, a fallen US Navy SEAL. Although they were killed three years apart, one in Iraq and one in Afghanistan, these two best friends and former roommates were now buried together--"brothers forever." Award-winning journalist Tom Sileo and Travis's father, former Marine colonel Tom Manion, come together to tell thisd intimate story, from Travis's incredible heroism on the streets of Fallujah to Brendan's anguished Navy SEAL training in the wake of his friend's death and his own heroism in the mountains of Afghanistan. Brothers Forever is a remarkable story of friendship, family, and war.
Brothers Forever
Author: Tom Sileo
Publisher: Da Capo Press
ISBN: 0306822385
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Recounts the personal story of how two Naval academy roommates--US Marine Travis Manion and US Navy SEAL Brendan Looney--defined a generation's sacrifice after 9/11, and how their loved ones carry on in their memory Four weeks after Navy SEALs had killed Osama bin Laden, the President of the United States stood in Arlington National Cemetery. In his Memorial Day address, he extolled the courage and sacrifice of the two young men buried side by side in the graves before him: Travis Manion, a fallen US Marine, and Brendan Looney, a fallen US Navy SEAL. Although they were killed three years apart, one in Iraq and one in Afghanistan, these two best friends and former roommates were now buried together--"brothers forever." Award-winning journalist Tom Sileo and Travis's father, former Marine colonel Tom Manion, come together to tell thisd intimate story, from Travis's incredible heroism on the streets of Fallujah to Brendan's anguished Navy SEAL training in the wake of his friend's death and his own heroism in the mountains of Afghanistan. Brothers Forever is a remarkable story of friendship, family, and war.
Publisher: Da Capo Press
ISBN: 0306822385
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Recounts the personal story of how two Naval academy roommates--US Marine Travis Manion and US Navy SEAL Brendan Looney--defined a generation's sacrifice after 9/11, and how their loved ones carry on in their memory Four weeks after Navy SEALs had killed Osama bin Laden, the President of the United States stood in Arlington National Cemetery. In his Memorial Day address, he extolled the courage and sacrifice of the two young men buried side by side in the graves before him: Travis Manion, a fallen US Marine, and Brendan Looney, a fallen US Navy SEAL. Although they were killed three years apart, one in Iraq and one in Afghanistan, these two best friends and former roommates were now buried together--"brothers forever." Award-winning journalist Tom Sileo and Travis's father, former Marine colonel Tom Manion, come together to tell thisd intimate story, from Travis's incredible heroism on the streets of Fallujah to Brendan's anguished Navy SEAL training in the wake of his friend's death and his own heroism in the mountains of Afghanistan. Brothers Forever is a remarkable story of friendship, family, and war.
Forever My Brother
Author: Isaiah Bealer
Publisher:
ISBN: 1483485013
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Forever My Brother showcases the lives of four black male youth growing up in the city of Cincinnati, Ohio. Although, they have no blood relations, the bond they share on and off the court gives them a lifestyle of brotherhood that they hold close to their heart. Nevertheless, the challenges and pressures that come from sports, the streets and the politics of everyday life put a test to their brotherhood. The question for Malachi, T.C., Rob and J.B. is can they stay true to the loyalty they have to each other while still pursuing their own best personal interests.
Publisher:
ISBN: 1483485013
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Forever My Brother showcases the lives of four black male youth growing up in the city of Cincinnati, Ohio. Although, they have no blood relations, the bond they share on and off the court gives them a lifestyle of brotherhood that they hold close to their heart. Nevertheless, the challenges and pressures that come from sports, the streets and the politics of everyday life put a test to their brotherhood. The question for Malachi, T.C., Rob and J.B. is can they stay true to the loyalty they have to each other while still pursuing their own best personal interests.
Brothers Forever
Author: P.K. Hallinan
Publisher: WorthyKids
ISBN: 9780824918477
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Brothers may squabble and fight, but when it comes right down to it, the relationship between brothers is often the closest and most enduring of a boy's life. Here, P. K. Hallinan draws on his experience of raising two sons to illustrate the many facets of the relationship. We see the boys playing together, sharing in chores, helping one another, disagreeing, and laughing themselves silly. What they know is that just being together is the best thing of all. P. K. brings his usual warmth and humor to the rhyming verse and bright watercolors.
Publisher: WorthyKids
ISBN: 9780824918477
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Brothers may squabble and fight, but when it comes right down to it, the relationship between brothers is often the closest and most enduring of a boy's life. Here, P. K. Hallinan draws on his experience of raising two sons to illustrate the many facets of the relationship. We see the boys playing together, sharing in chores, helping one another, disagreeing, and laughing themselves silly. What they know is that just being together is the best thing of all. P. K. brings his usual warmth and humor to the rhyming verse and bright watercolors.
With You Forever
Author: Chloe Liese
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0593642414
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 385
Book Description
The TikTok sensation, now with new exclusive content! Opposites attract in this heartfelt, modern marriage-of-convenience romance about finding love—and home—in the most unlikely of places. Rooney Sullivan is sunshine incarnate and the antithesis of quiet, reserved Axel. He’s been able to hide his attraction to her until a party game gets out of hand and ends in an unexpected kiss. Months later, Rooney’s staying just next door to him for a cozy A-frame getaway and temptingly within reach. Axel, the eldest Bergman brother, is a gorgeous grump and Rooney’s longtime crush. Their kiss was an accident, and months later, so is stumbling into him at the Bergman family’s property. Rooney’s sure her feelings are unrequited, thanks to the distance Axel keeps, so she keeps her attraction to herself. But when Axel and Rooney unexpectedly find their paths—and problems—converging, marriage proves the perfect solution. At least, until they face a new dilemma: a marriage of convenience that’s inconveniently become a love match, after all.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0593642414
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 385
Book Description
The TikTok sensation, now with new exclusive content! Opposites attract in this heartfelt, modern marriage-of-convenience romance about finding love—and home—in the most unlikely of places. Rooney Sullivan is sunshine incarnate and the antithesis of quiet, reserved Axel. He’s been able to hide his attraction to her until a party game gets out of hand and ends in an unexpected kiss. Months later, Rooney’s staying just next door to him for a cozy A-frame getaway and temptingly within reach. Axel, the eldest Bergman brother, is a gorgeous grump and Rooney’s longtime crush. Their kiss was an accident, and months later, so is stumbling into him at the Bergman family’s property. Rooney’s sure her feelings are unrequited, thanks to the distance Axel keeps, so she keeps her attraction to herself. But when Axel and Rooney unexpectedly find their paths—and problems—converging, marriage proves the perfect solution. At least, until they face a new dilemma: a marriage of convenience that’s inconveniently become a love match, after all.
Forever Lost
Author: Franklin W. Dixon
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442402652
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
The third book of the Blair-witch-like abduction trilogy. Frank has been discovered at long last and may posess key answers to questions that will solve the mystery of the LOST abductions once and for all.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442402652
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
The third book of the Blair-witch-like abduction trilogy. Frank has been discovered at long last and may posess key answers to questions that will solve the mystery of the LOST abductions once and for all.
Just Me and My Little Brother (Little Critter)
Author: Mercer Mayer
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0307126285
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Mercer Mayer’s Little Critter is thinking about all the things he and his new little brother will do together in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Whether the brothers go trick-or-treating, build a snowman, or ride bikes together, both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. A perfect way to celebrate the special bond between brothers!
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0307126285
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Mercer Mayer’s Little Critter is thinking about all the things he and his new little brother will do together in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Whether the brothers go trick-or-treating, build a snowman, or ride bikes together, both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. A perfect way to celebrate the special bond between brothers!
Could It Be Forever? My Story
Author: David Cassidy
Publisher: Headline
ISBN: 0755364686
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 331
Book Description
This ebook edition contains the full text version as per the book. Doesn't include original photographic and illustrated material. In the seventies, when he was just 20 years old, David Cassidy achieved the sort of teen idol fame that is rarely seen. He was mobbed everywhere he went. His clothes were regularly ripped off by adoring fans. He sold records the world over. He was bigger than Elvis. And all thanks to a hit TV show called The Partridge Family. Now, in his own words, this is a brutally frank account of those mindblowing days of stardom in which being David Cassidy played second fiddle to being Keith Partridge. Including stories of sex, drugs and rock'n'roll that explode the myth of Cassidy as squeaky clean, it's also the story of how to keep on living life and loving yourself when the fickle fans fall away.
Publisher: Headline
ISBN: 0755364686
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 331
Book Description
This ebook edition contains the full text version as per the book. Doesn't include original photographic and illustrated material. In the seventies, when he was just 20 years old, David Cassidy achieved the sort of teen idol fame that is rarely seen. He was mobbed everywhere he went. His clothes were regularly ripped off by adoring fans. He sold records the world over. He was bigger than Elvis. And all thanks to a hit TV show called The Partridge Family. Now, in his own words, this is a brutally frank account of those mindblowing days of stardom in which being David Cassidy played second fiddle to being Keith Partridge. Including stories of sex, drugs and rock'n'roll that explode the myth of Cassidy as squeaky clean, it's also the story of how to keep on living life and loving yourself when the fickle fans fall away.
Forever My Lass
Author: Monica Burns
Publisher: Maroli SP Imprints
ISBN: 1948505150
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
Will Their Love Survive The Storm Of Time All her life, Madeline Whitmore has had dreams of a man standing on a cliff looking out at the sea. While on vacation in Scotland, a sailboat cruise up the coast to Aberdeen becomes a nightmare when a sudden storm capsizes the vessel, and she’s pulled from the water by Iain Fraser, Baron of Glenburnie. The only problem is, she’s somehow landed in 1896 and doesn’t know how to get home. Even more disturbing is her attraction to Iain, and the desire flaring between them. Iain Fraser lost his first wife to childbirth, and even though his twin daughters need a mother, he refuses to marry again as he’s unwilling to risk another life simply to sire a male heir. When he pulls Madeline from the North Sea during a terrible storm, she presents a mystery he can’t solve. The only thing he’s certain of is that his attraction to her is growing, and if he’s not careful he might just wind up with a wife he doesn’t want, but might not be able to live without. The Forevermore Series Forever Mine (International Award-winner), Book 1 (appearance by Anna and Sebastian from Forever Yours) Forever Yours, Book 2 Forever My Lass, Book 3 (appearance by Anna and Sebastian from Forever Yours)
Publisher: Maroli SP Imprints
ISBN: 1948505150
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
Will Their Love Survive The Storm Of Time All her life, Madeline Whitmore has had dreams of a man standing on a cliff looking out at the sea. While on vacation in Scotland, a sailboat cruise up the coast to Aberdeen becomes a nightmare when a sudden storm capsizes the vessel, and she’s pulled from the water by Iain Fraser, Baron of Glenburnie. The only problem is, she’s somehow landed in 1896 and doesn’t know how to get home. Even more disturbing is her attraction to Iain, and the desire flaring between them. Iain Fraser lost his first wife to childbirth, and even though his twin daughters need a mother, he refuses to marry again as he’s unwilling to risk another life simply to sire a male heir. When he pulls Madeline from the North Sea during a terrible storm, she presents a mystery he can’t solve. The only thing he’s certain of is that his attraction to her is growing, and if he’s not careful he might just wind up with a wife he doesn’t want, but might not be able to live without. The Forevermore Series Forever Mine (International Award-winner), Book 1 (appearance by Anna and Sebastian from Forever Yours) Forever Yours, Book 2 Forever My Lass, Book 3 (appearance by Anna and Sebastian from Forever Yours)
Forever a Priest
Author:
Publisher: CMJ Publishers and Distrib.
ISBN: 9781891280573
Category : Miracles
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
Publisher: CMJ Publishers and Distrib.
ISBN: 9781891280573
Category : Miracles
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
Forever My Cowboy
Author: June Faver
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1728206065
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
Author June Favor takes you to the ranch for a contemporary cowboy romance that'll leave you breathless. The Garrett family have been ranchers and cowboys for generations—they love the land, and the joy of family and children. Cade Garrett's orderly life is upended when his sister and her husband are killed in a plane crash. He's ready to step in and take care of their two young children, but he's thrown for a loop when the children's aunt is named their guardian and plans to take the children with her to Dallas. Unexpected sparks fly when he meets Jennifer LaChance. Can Cade and Jenn band together for the good of the children—or only create all kinds of opportunities for friction? Praise for June Faver's Dark Horse Cowboy series: "Guaranteed melt-your-heart romance."—Romancing the Book for Do or Die Cowboy "June Faver is a must-read author."—Harlequin Junkie for When to Call a Cowboy "A story to make you feel good."—Long and Short Reviews for Cowboy Christmas Homecoming
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1728206065
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
Author June Favor takes you to the ranch for a contemporary cowboy romance that'll leave you breathless. The Garrett family have been ranchers and cowboys for generations—they love the land, and the joy of family and children. Cade Garrett's orderly life is upended when his sister and her husband are killed in a plane crash. He's ready to step in and take care of their two young children, but he's thrown for a loop when the children's aunt is named their guardian and plans to take the children with her to Dallas. Unexpected sparks fly when he meets Jennifer LaChance. Can Cade and Jenn band together for the good of the children—or only create all kinds of opportunities for friction? Praise for June Faver's Dark Horse Cowboy series: "Guaranteed melt-your-heart romance."—Romancing the Book for Do or Die Cowboy "June Faver is a must-read author."—Harlequin Junkie for When to Call a Cowboy "A story to make you feel good."—Long and Short Reviews for Cowboy Christmas Homecoming