Author: Willa Brooks
Publisher: Willa Brooks
ISBN: 1778261051
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
Brace for impact Janine Benson and Luke Whitmore find themselves in a world of trouble, with danger lurking at every turn. Janine, thought she hit the jackpot with her bestselling novel, ready to cash in on her wild adventures. Little did she know, her tale attracted the attention of a sinister someone, shadowing her every move and turning her life into a heart-pounding game of cat and mouse. Meanwhile, Luke, decided to escape the chaos of city life by investing in a charming piece of heaven nestled in northern New York. A slice of paradise where he could finally settle down and start a family. But his power-hungry father has other plans, desperate to yank Luke back into the family hotel business, exerting his iron grip over his son. As Luke's father remains blind to the looming threat that could crumble everything they hold dear, time is running out for our heroes. In this electrifying grand finale, Janine and Luke defy all odds, armed with determination and sheer guts, as they confront the menacing forces closing in around them. Brace yourself for a wild ride packed with pulse-pounding twists and turns as our dynamic duo battles to secure their shared future. They'll encounter jaw-dropping obstacles that will push their limits to the breaking point! This series is a must-read for fans of Alexis Anne, Emily Henry, and Penny Reid. Strap in for the dramatic conclusion of this series!
Leveled Up: An Enemies to Lovers Romance
Author: Willa Brooks
Publisher: Willa Brooks
ISBN: 1778261051
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
Brace for impact Janine Benson and Luke Whitmore find themselves in a world of trouble, with danger lurking at every turn. Janine, thought she hit the jackpot with her bestselling novel, ready to cash in on her wild adventures. Little did she know, her tale attracted the attention of a sinister someone, shadowing her every move and turning her life into a heart-pounding game of cat and mouse. Meanwhile, Luke, decided to escape the chaos of city life by investing in a charming piece of heaven nestled in northern New York. A slice of paradise where he could finally settle down and start a family. But his power-hungry father has other plans, desperate to yank Luke back into the family hotel business, exerting his iron grip over his son. As Luke's father remains blind to the looming threat that could crumble everything they hold dear, time is running out for our heroes. In this electrifying grand finale, Janine and Luke defy all odds, armed with determination and sheer guts, as they confront the menacing forces closing in around them. Brace yourself for a wild ride packed with pulse-pounding twists and turns as our dynamic duo battles to secure their shared future. They'll encounter jaw-dropping obstacles that will push their limits to the breaking point! This series is a must-read for fans of Alexis Anne, Emily Henry, and Penny Reid. Strap in for the dramatic conclusion of this series!
Publisher: Willa Brooks
ISBN: 1778261051
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
Brace for impact Janine Benson and Luke Whitmore find themselves in a world of trouble, with danger lurking at every turn. Janine, thought she hit the jackpot with her bestselling novel, ready to cash in on her wild adventures. Little did she know, her tale attracted the attention of a sinister someone, shadowing her every move and turning her life into a heart-pounding game of cat and mouse. Meanwhile, Luke, decided to escape the chaos of city life by investing in a charming piece of heaven nestled in northern New York. A slice of paradise where he could finally settle down and start a family. But his power-hungry father has other plans, desperate to yank Luke back into the family hotel business, exerting his iron grip over his son. As Luke's father remains blind to the looming threat that could crumble everything they hold dear, time is running out for our heroes. In this electrifying grand finale, Janine and Luke defy all odds, armed with determination and sheer guts, as they confront the menacing forces closing in around them. Brace yourself for a wild ride packed with pulse-pounding twists and turns as our dynamic duo battles to secure their shared future. They'll encounter jaw-dropping obstacles that will push their limits to the breaking point! This series is a must-read for fans of Alexis Anne, Emily Henry, and Penny Reid. Strap in for the dramatic conclusion of this series!
Locked Up: An Enemies to Lovers Romance
Author: Willa Brooks
Publisher: Willa Brooks
ISBN: 1778261043
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 173
Book Description
Love, No Holds Barred When Janine Benson's life takes a harrowing turn with an unjust prison sentence, Luke Whitmore becomes her unwavering anchor, vowing to see justice served. And when the court finally overturns her conviction, Janine's heart soars with newfound hope. Yet, as she stands in a grocery store aisle, her joy shatters when a tabloid photograph exposes Luke in the arms of another woman. Crushed, Janine rebuilds her life as a taxi driver, using the wheel to navigate her pain. Eventually, she musters the strength to pen a letter of gratitude to Luke for his support during her darkest hours. To her astonishment, Luke reenters her life unannounced, rekindling the flames of their love. But Luke's formidable father deems Janine, a former convict, unsuitable for his son's privileged life and is determined to keep them apart. Can their love defy these social barriers, or will Luke sacrifice his heart to uphold his family's honor? This series is a must-read for fans of B.R. Maycock, Nicole Fox, Penny Reid. Strap in for Janine and Luke’s crazy adventures!
Publisher: Willa Brooks
ISBN: 1778261043
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 173
Book Description
Love, No Holds Barred When Janine Benson's life takes a harrowing turn with an unjust prison sentence, Luke Whitmore becomes her unwavering anchor, vowing to see justice served. And when the court finally overturns her conviction, Janine's heart soars with newfound hope. Yet, as she stands in a grocery store aisle, her joy shatters when a tabloid photograph exposes Luke in the arms of another woman. Crushed, Janine rebuilds her life as a taxi driver, using the wheel to navigate her pain. Eventually, she musters the strength to pen a letter of gratitude to Luke for his support during her darkest hours. To her astonishment, Luke reenters her life unannounced, rekindling the flames of their love. But Luke's formidable father deems Janine, a former convict, unsuitable for his son's privileged life and is determined to keep them apart. Can their love defy these social barriers, or will Luke sacrifice his heart to uphold his family's honor? This series is a must-read for fans of B.R. Maycock, Nicole Fox, Penny Reid. Strap in for Janine and Luke’s crazy adventures!
The Anatomy of Story
Author: John Truby
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
ISBN: 1429923709
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 405
Book Description
John Truby is one of the most respected and sought-after story consultants in the film industry, and his students have gone on to pen some of Hollywood's most successful films, including Sleepless in Seattle, Scream, and Shrek. The Anatomy of Story is his long-awaited first book, and it shares all of his secrets for writing a compelling script. Based on the lessons in his award-winning class, Great Screenwriting, The Anatomy of Story draws on a broad range of philosophy and mythology, offering fresh techniques and insightful anecdotes alongside Truby's own unique approach for how to build an effective, multifaceted narrative. Truby's method for constructing a story is at once insightful and practical, focusing on the hero's moral and emotional growth. As a result, writers will dig deep within and explore their own values and worldviews in order to create an effective story. Writers will come away with an extremely precise set of tools to work with—specific, useful techniques to make the audience care about their characters, and that make their characters grow in meaningful ways. They will construct a surprising plot that is unique to their particular concept, and they will learn how to express a moral vision that can genuinely move an audience. The foundations of story that Truby lays out are so fundamental they are applicable—and essential—to all writers, from novelists and short-story writers to journalists, memoirists, and writers of narrative non-fiction.
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
ISBN: 1429923709
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 405
Book Description
John Truby is one of the most respected and sought-after story consultants in the film industry, and his students have gone on to pen some of Hollywood's most successful films, including Sleepless in Seattle, Scream, and Shrek. The Anatomy of Story is his long-awaited first book, and it shares all of his secrets for writing a compelling script. Based on the lessons in his award-winning class, Great Screenwriting, The Anatomy of Story draws on a broad range of philosophy and mythology, offering fresh techniques and insightful anecdotes alongside Truby's own unique approach for how to build an effective, multifaceted narrative. Truby's method for constructing a story is at once insightful and practical, focusing on the hero's moral and emotional growth. As a result, writers will dig deep within and explore their own values and worldviews in order to create an effective story. Writers will come away with an extremely precise set of tools to work with—specific, useful techniques to make the audience care about their characters, and that make their characters grow in meaningful ways. They will construct a surprising plot that is unique to their particular concept, and they will learn how to express a moral vision that can genuinely move an audience. The foundations of story that Truby lays out are so fundamental they are applicable—and essential—to all writers, from novelists and short-story writers to journalists, memoirists, and writers of narrative non-fiction.
This Is How You Lose the Time War
Author: Amal El-Mohtar
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1534431012
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
* HUGO AWARD WINNER: BEST NOVELLA * NEBULA AND LOCUS AWARDS WINNER: BEST NOVELLA * “[An] exquisitely crafted tale...Part epistolary romance, part mind-blowing science fiction adventure, this dazzling story unfolds bit by bit, revealing layers of meaning as it plays with cause and effect, wildly imaginative technologies, and increasingly intricate wordplay...This short novel warrants multiple readings to fully unlock its complexities.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) From award-winning authors Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone comes an enthralling, romantic novel spanning time and space about two time-traveling rivals who fall in love and must change the past to ensure their future. Among the ashes of a dying world, an agent of the Commandment finds a letter. It reads: Burn before reading. Thus begins an unlikely correspondence between two rival agents hellbent on securing the best possible future for their warring factions. Now, what began as a taunt, a battlefield boast, becomes something more. Something epic. Something romantic. Something that could change the past and the future. Except the discovery of their bond would mean the death of each of them. There’s still a war going on, after all. And someone has to win. That’s how war works, right? Cowritten by two beloved and award-winning sci-fi writers, This Is How You Lose the Time War is an epic love story spanning time and space.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1534431012
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
* HUGO AWARD WINNER: BEST NOVELLA * NEBULA AND LOCUS AWARDS WINNER: BEST NOVELLA * “[An] exquisitely crafted tale...Part epistolary romance, part mind-blowing science fiction adventure, this dazzling story unfolds bit by bit, revealing layers of meaning as it plays with cause and effect, wildly imaginative technologies, and increasingly intricate wordplay...This short novel warrants multiple readings to fully unlock its complexities.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) From award-winning authors Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone comes an enthralling, romantic novel spanning time and space about two time-traveling rivals who fall in love and must change the past to ensure their future. Among the ashes of a dying world, an agent of the Commandment finds a letter. It reads: Burn before reading. Thus begins an unlikely correspondence between two rival agents hellbent on securing the best possible future for their warring factions. Now, what began as a taunt, a battlefield boast, becomes something more. Something epic. Something romantic. Something that could change the past and the future. Except the discovery of their bond would mean the death of each of them. There’s still a war going on, after all. And someone has to win. That’s how war works, right? Cowritten by two beloved and award-winning sci-fi writers, This Is How You Lose the Time War is an epic love story spanning time and space.
Captive Prince
Author: C. S. Pacat
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0425274268
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 305
Book Description
From global phenomenon C. S. Pacat comes the first novel in her critically acclaimed Captive Prince romance trilogy. “A special, unforgettable series…Lush. Brutal. Unparalleled.”—Sarah J. Maas, #1 New York Times bestselling author Damen is a warrior hero to his people, and the rightful heir to the throne of Akielos. But when his half brother seizes power, Damen is captured, stripped of his identity, and sent to serve the prince of an enemy nation as a pleasure slave. Beautiful, manipulative, and deadly, his new master, Prince Laurent, epitomizes the worst of the court at Vere. But in the lethal political web of the Veretian court, nothing is as it seems, and when Damen finds himself caught up in a play for the throne, he must work together with Laurent to survive and save his country. For Damen, there is just one rule: never, ever reveal his true identity. Because the one man Damen needs is the one man who has more reason to hate him than anyone else... Includes a bonus short story!
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0425274268
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 305
Book Description
From global phenomenon C. S. Pacat comes the first novel in her critically acclaimed Captive Prince romance trilogy. “A special, unforgettable series…Lush. Brutal. Unparalleled.”—Sarah J. Maas, #1 New York Times bestselling author Damen is a warrior hero to his people, and the rightful heir to the throne of Akielos. But when his half brother seizes power, Damen is captured, stripped of his identity, and sent to serve the prince of an enemy nation as a pleasure slave. Beautiful, manipulative, and deadly, his new master, Prince Laurent, epitomizes the worst of the court at Vere. But in the lethal political web of the Veretian court, nothing is as it seems, and when Damen finds himself caught up in a play for the throne, he must work together with Laurent to survive and save his country. For Damen, there is just one rule: never, ever reveal his true identity. Because the one man Damen needs is the one man who has more reason to hate him than anyone else... Includes a bonus short story!
Enemies in Love
Author: Alexis Clark
Publisher: The New Press
ISBN: 1620971879
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
A “New & Noteworthy” selection of The New York Times Book Review “Alexis Clark illuminates a whole corner of unknown World War II history.” —Walter Isaacson, New York Times bestselling author of Leonardo da Vinci “[A]n irresistible human story. . . . Clark's voice is engaging, and her tale universal.” —Jon Meacham, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power and American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House A true and deeply moving narrative of forbidden love during World War II and a shocking, hidden history of race on the home front This is a love story like no other: Elinor Powell was an African American nurse in the U.S. military during World War II; Frederick Albert was a soldier in Hitler's army, captured by the Allies and shipped to a prisoner-of-war camp in the Arizona desert. Like most other black nurses, Elinor pulled a second-class assignment, in a dusty, sun-baked—and segregated—Western town. The army figured that the risk of fraternization between black nurses and white German POWs was almost nil. Brought together by unlikely circumstances in a racist world, Elinor and Frederick should have been bitter enemies; but instead, at the height of World War II, they fell in love. Their dramatic story was unearthed by journalist Alexis Clark, who through years of interviews and historical research has pieced together an astounding narrative of race and true love in the cauldron of war. Based on a New York Times story by Clark that drew national attention, Enemies in Love paints a tableau of dreams deferred and of love struggling to survive, twenty-five years before the Supreme Court's Loving decision legalizing mixed-race marriage—revealing the surprising possibilities for human connection during one of history's most violent conflicts.
Publisher: The New Press
ISBN: 1620971879
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
A “New & Noteworthy” selection of The New York Times Book Review “Alexis Clark illuminates a whole corner of unknown World War II history.” —Walter Isaacson, New York Times bestselling author of Leonardo da Vinci “[A]n irresistible human story. . . . Clark's voice is engaging, and her tale universal.” —Jon Meacham, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power and American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House A true and deeply moving narrative of forbidden love during World War II and a shocking, hidden history of race on the home front This is a love story like no other: Elinor Powell was an African American nurse in the U.S. military during World War II; Frederick Albert was a soldier in Hitler's army, captured by the Allies and shipped to a prisoner-of-war camp in the Arizona desert. Like most other black nurses, Elinor pulled a second-class assignment, in a dusty, sun-baked—and segregated—Western town. The army figured that the risk of fraternization between black nurses and white German POWs was almost nil. Brought together by unlikely circumstances in a racist world, Elinor and Frederick should have been bitter enemies; but instead, at the height of World War II, they fell in love. Their dramatic story was unearthed by journalist Alexis Clark, who through years of interviews and historical research has pieced together an astounding narrative of race and true love in the cauldron of war. Based on a New York Times story by Clark that drew national attention, Enemies in Love paints a tableau of dreams deferred and of love struggling to survive, twenty-five years before the Supreme Court's Loving decision legalizing mixed-race marriage—revealing the surprising possibilities for human connection during one of history's most violent conflicts.
Ravishing the Heiress
Author: Sherry Thomas
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101569042
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 250
Book Description
Millicent understands the terms of her arranged marriage all too well. She gets to be a Countess by marrying an impoverished Earl. And in return, the Earl Fitzhugh receives the benefit of her vast wealth, saving his family from bankruptcy. Because of her youth, they have agreed to wait eight years before consummating the marriage--and then, only to beget an heir. After which, they will lead separate lives. It is a most sensible arrangement. Except for one little thing. Somehow Millie has fallen head over heels in love with her husband. Her husband, who has become her very best friend, but nothing more...Her husband, who plans to reunite with his childhood sweetheart, the beautiful and newly widowed Isabella, as soon as he has honored the pact with his wife... As the hour they truly become husband-and-wife draws near, both Millie and Fitzhugh must face the truth in their hearts. Has their pact bred only a great friendship--or has it, without either of them quite noticing, given rise to a great love?
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101569042
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 250
Book Description
Millicent understands the terms of her arranged marriage all too well. She gets to be a Countess by marrying an impoverished Earl. And in return, the Earl Fitzhugh receives the benefit of her vast wealth, saving his family from bankruptcy. Because of her youth, they have agreed to wait eight years before consummating the marriage--and then, only to beget an heir. After which, they will lead separate lives. It is a most sensible arrangement. Except for one little thing. Somehow Millie has fallen head over heels in love with her husband. Her husband, who has become her very best friend, but nothing more...Her husband, who plans to reunite with his childhood sweetheart, the beautiful and newly widowed Isabella, as soon as he has honored the pact with his wife... As the hour they truly become husband-and-wife draws near, both Millie and Fitzhugh must face the truth in their hearts. Has their pact bred only a great friendship--or has it, without either of them quite noticing, given rise to a great love?
Revved Up: A Free Enemies to Lovers Romance
Author: Willa Brooks
Publisher: Willa Brooks
ISBN: 1778261019
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 157
Book Description
Get ready for this FREE action-adventure journey through the bustling streets of the Big Apple in this sizzling romantic suspense novel! Meet Janine, a fearless taxi driver with a knack for navigating the chaos of New York City. When fate reunites her with Luke, her former high school enemy turned wealthy hotel manager, their worlds are set on a collision course. Luke presents Janine with an unexpected opportunity to become the personal chauffeur for elite hotel guests. Little do they know, this seemingly glamorous job is the gateway to the high-stakes underworld of a notorious mob boss. As the city's underbelly reveals its treacherous secrets, sparks ignite between Janine and her boss, Luke, casting them into a whirlwind of danger and deception. Will their love survive the dangerous world they've unwittingly entered? This series is a must-read for fans of Alexis Anne, C.M Seabrook, and Makenna Holiday. Strap in for an electrifying ride you won't want to miss!
Publisher: Willa Brooks
ISBN: 1778261019
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 157
Book Description
Get ready for this FREE action-adventure journey through the bustling streets of the Big Apple in this sizzling romantic suspense novel! Meet Janine, a fearless taxi driver with a knack for navigating the chaos of New York City. When fate reunites her with Luke, her former high school enemy turned wealthy hotel manager, their worlds are set on a collision course. Luke presents Janine with an unexpected opportunity to become the personal chauffeur for elite hotel guests. Little do they know, this seemingly glamorous job is the gateway to the high-stakes underworld of a notorious mob boss. As the city's underbelly reveals its treacherous secrets, sparks ignite between Janine and her boss, Luke, casting them into a whirlwind of danger and deception. Will their love survive the dangerous world they've unwittingly entered? This series is a must-read for fans of Alexis Anne, C.M Seabrook, and Makenna Holiday. Strap in for an electrifying ride you won't want to miss!
Learning to Love
Author: Felice Stevens
Publisher: Felice Stevens
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 159
Book Description
After ten years away from home, bad boy caterer Gideon Marks has a lot to prove. Getting the holiday catering job at his childhood synagogue is the first step in demonstrating to everyone he didn’t turn out to be the failure they predicted. What he doesn’t count on is Rabbi Jonah Fine, his high school nemesis and secret crush, stirring up old feelings Gideon thought long gone and secrets he’s buried deep for years. An unexpectedly passionate encounter shocks Gideon, but he pushes Jonah away, convinced he isn’t good enough to be in a relationship and would never be accepted by Jonah’s father. But Jonah hangs tough—he won’t allow Gideon to hide or run away from life again. And when it comes to love, Gideon learns the most important lessons aren’t always taught in school.
Publisher: Felice Stevens
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 159
Book Description
After ten years away from home, bad boy caterer Gideon Marks has a lot to prove. Getting the holiday catering job at his childhood synagogue is the first step in demonstrating to everyone he didn’t turn out to be the failure they predicted. What he doesn’t count on is Rabbi Jonah Fine, his high school nemesis and secret crush, stirring up old feelings Gideon thought long gone and secrets he’s buried deep for years. An unexpectedly passionate encounter shocks Gideon, but he pushes Jonah away, convinced he isn’t good enough to be in a relationship and would never be accepted by Jonah’s father. But Jonah hangs tough—he won’t allow Gideon to hide or run away from life again. And when it comes to love, Gideon learns the most important lessons aren’t always taught in school.
Enemies With Benefits
Author: Roxie Noir
Publisher: Clever Capybara Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 439
Book Description
I don’t love him. I don’t even like him. I just want him. Eli Loveless was my nemesis from the first day of kindergarten until we graduated high school. Everything I did, he had to do better - and vice versa. The day he left town was the best day of my life. Ten years later, the day he came back was the worst. Now he’s my co-worker. Grown-up Eli Loveless is sexy as sin. He’s hotter than asphalt in the summer. The irritating kid I once knew is gone, and he’s been replaced by a man with green eyes, perfect abs, and a cocky smile. It’s bad that I want him. It’s worse that he wants me back. There are looks. There are smirks. There are smiles that make my panties burst into flame. And then there’s a shared kiss that leads to the hottest night of my life. This is no office romance. This is a five-alarm fire. What’s a girl to do when the man I can’t stand is the one I can’t stop lusting after? Enter into a friends-with-benefits agreement, of course. No dates. No relationship. Just blisteringly hot sex, because if there’s one person I could never fall for, it’s Eli. ...right? Enemies With Benefits is the first book in the Loveless Brothers series, and can be read as a total standalone. It's for fans of high-heat, low-angst romantic comedies and anyone who enjoys a rivals-to-lovers story. This book also has tons of sibling banter, a workplace romance that smolders, and a small town with tons of charm and quirk. It's steamy, hilarious, and of course it's got a guaranteed HEA. (And yes, it bangs.) This series is perfect for fans of Cate C. Wells, Kate Canterbary, Melanie Harlow, Elizabeth O'Roark, and Claire Kingsley.
Publisher: Clever Capybara Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 439
Book Description
I don’t love him. I don’t even like him. I just want him. Eli Loveless was my nemesis from the first day of kindergarten until we graduated high school. Everything I did, he had to do better - and vice versa. The day he left town was the best day of my life. Ten years later, the day he came back was the worst. Now he’s my co-worker. Grown-up Eli Loveless is sexy as sin. He’s hotter than asphalt in the summer. The irritating kid I once knew is gone, and he’s been replaced by a man with green eyes, perfect abs, and a cocky smile. It’s bad that I want him. It’s worse that he wants me back. There are looks. There are smirks. There are smiles that make my panties burst into flame. And then there’s a shared kiss that leads to the hottest night of my life. This is no office romance. This is a five-alarm fire. What’s a girl to do when the man I can’t stand is the one I can’t stop lusting after? Enter into a friends-with-benefits agreement, of course. No dates. No relationship. Just blisteringly hot sex, because if there’s one person I could never fall for, it’s Eli. ...right? Enemies With Benefits is the first book in the Loveless Brothers series, and can be read as a total standalone. It's for fans of high-heat, low-angst romantic comedies and anyone who enjoys a rivals-to-lovers story. This book also has tons of sibling banter, a workplace romance that smolders, and a small town with tons of charm and quirk. It's steamy, hilarious, and of course it's got a guaranteed HEA. (And yes, it bangs.) This series is perfect for fans of Cate C. Wells, Kate Canterbary, Melanie Harlow, Elizabeth O'Roark, and Claire Kingsley.