Author: Melony Ann
Publisher: Melony Ann
ISBN: 1961966158
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 164
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Sometimes, I want to run away to a place no one knows me. Where no one will judge me. Somewhere I’ll be left alone. Maybe then I could live my life the way I want to. Even I know that’s wishful thinking. My agent would hunt me down. I am contracted for another book, after all. Something to give Alexander’s Publishing House, the largest publishers in the world, another bestseller to tuck under their belt. But when my best friend is murdered in cold blood, writing is the last thing on my mind. The only thing keeping me standing is the woman investigating my friend’s murder. Officer Lyric Sharpe. She’s stunning. I can’t stop thinking about her. Before I know it, I become the sole focus of my friend’s murderer’s attention. And never in a million years would I have guessed who it is. I have to rely on Lyric and her unmatched instincts and skills in order for me to survive and show her that her love is the greatest gift of all. ~ This book is a FF cop romance with mental health themes and may not be suitable for all readers. ~
Author: Judith Reeves-Stevens
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0743406818
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 365
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Continuing the Deep Space Nine saga—an original novel from New York Times bestselling author Judith Reeves-Stevens! Now begins the final battle of the Prophets and the Pah-wraiths within the nightmarish realm of nonlinear time—as the greatest epic adventure in the saga of Deep Space 9tm—reaches its staggering conclusion... As predicted in ancient Bajoran texts, the Celestial Temple has been restored, ending normal space-time existence for all except Captain Benjamin Sisko and those trapped on the Starship Defiant and the Klingon warship Boreth. But as apocalyptic war rages between the Prophets and the Pah-wraiths, one last chance for survival beckons—a return to Deep Space 9. Yet, in the realm of nonlinear time, it appears that there are two possible times at which Sisko and his allies can turn to the station: on the day of the Cardassian Withdrawal, or on the day six years later when DS9 Was destroyed. But which choice will lead to the triumph of the Prophets? And which to eternal victory for the Pah-wraiths? With time literally running out and the fate of the universe in his hands, Sisko now must confront his own personal inferno-in order to change the past and restore the present, he must be ready to make the ultimate sacrifice...his future...
Author: Melony Ann
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Sometimes, I want to run away. Somewhere where no one knows me. Maybe then I could live my life in a manner no one expects of me. The way I want to live it. A place where no one will judge me. Somewhere I'll just be left alone. Even I know that's wishful thinking. My agent would hunt me down. I am contracted for another book, after all. Something to give Alexander's Publishing House, the largest publishers in the world, another best-seller to tuck under their belt. I know I need a break. I need to go somewhere I can just be myself. I'm excited to book an only for lesbians cruise to the Caribbean. It's time I do something for me. Unfortunately, fate has other plans. When my best friend is murdered in cold blood, I don't feel like I can leave until her killer is brought to justice. As if that wasn't enough, my management decides it's the best time to keep up appearances and attend local charity events. They make certain I know a date is mandatory. The only thing keeping me standing is the woman investigating my friend's murder. She's stunning. We quickly form a bond. I can't stop thinking about her. I've fought my sexuality for a long time, but now that I'm ready to be who I really am instead of hiding behind a public facade, I can't imagine it being with anyone else. Before I know it, I become the sole focus of my friend's murderer's attention. And never in a million years would I have guessed who it is. In order for me to survive, I have to rely on Officer Sharpe and her unmatched instincts and skills. She says I gave her a reason to live. My only desire is that she'll be able to save my life so I have a chance to prove to her that her love is the greatest gift of all. Trigger Warnings: - Cop Romance - FF Romance - Mental Health Themes
Author: Joe Pappalardo
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
ISBN: 1250264243
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 346
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Joe Pappalardo's Inferno tells the true story of the men who flew the deadliest missions of World War II, and an unlikely hero who received the Medal of Honor in the midst of the bloodiest military campaign in aviation history. There’s no higher accolade in the U.S. military than the Medal of Honor, and 472 people received it for their action during World War II. But only one was demoted right after: Maynard Harrison Smith. Smith is one of the most unlikely heroes of the war, where he served in B-17s during the early days of the bombing of France and Germany from England. From his juvenile delinquent past in Michigan, through the war and during the decades after, Smith’s life seemed to be a series of very public missteps. The other airmen took to calling the 5-foot, 5-inch airman “Snuffy” after an unappealing movie character. This is also the man who, on a tragically mishandled mission over France on May 1, 1943, single-handedly saved the crewmen in his stricken B-17. With every other gunner injured or bailed out, Smith stood alone in the fuselage of a shattered, nameless bomber and fought fires, treated wounded crew and fought off fighters. His ordeal is part of a forgotten mission that aircrews came to call the May Day Massacre. The skies over Europe in 1943 were a charnel house for U.S. pilots, who were being led by tacticians surprised by the brutal effectiveness of German defenses. By May 1943 the combat losses among bomb crews were a staggering 40 to 50 percent. The backdrop of Smith’s story intersects with some of the luminaries of aviation history, including Curtis Lemay, Ira Eaker and “Hap” Arnold, during critical times of their storied careers. Inferno also examines Smith’s life in a new, comprehensive light, through the use of exclusive interviews of those who knew him (including fellow MOH recipients and family) as well as public and archival records. This is both a thrilling and horrifying story of the air war over Europe during WWII and a fascinating look at one of America's forgotten heroes.
Author: Blaze Valor
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category : Study Aids
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Unleash the Fire Officer Within! Are You Ready to Command, Conquer, and Lead in the Heat of the Blaze? Embark on an immersive journey into the heart of firefighting leadership with the "Inferno Insight: Mastering Fire Officer Tactics" This dynamic guide is not just a roadmap to pass exams; it's a masterclass in the art and science of leading the charge against the inferno. What Awaits You Inside: 1. Incident Command Mastery: - Unravel the intricacies of the Incident Command System (ICS), laying the groundwork for effective emergency response. 2. Size-Up Secrets: - Sharpen your observational prowess with in-depth guidance on size-up and scene assessment, ensuring you spot every crucial detail. 3. Tactical Decision-Making Demystified: - Navigate the dynamic landscape of tactical decision-making, honing the skills to adapt and conquer in the face of adversity. 4. Incident Action Plans (IAPs) Unveiled: - Craft and execute foolproof IAPs, ensuring every operation aligns seamlessly with overarching incident objectives. 5. Risk-Based Decision Magic: - Master the art of risk-based decision-making, striking the delicate balance between bravery and prudence. 6. Continuous Size-Up Secrets: - Elevate your situational awareness with continuous size-up techniques, ensuring you're always steps ahead in managing evolving incidents. 7. Building Construction Insights: - Decode the impact of building construction on tactics, making split-second decisions that could be the difference between success and setback. 8. Risk Assessment & Mitigation Mastery: - Delve into comprehensive risk assessment strategies and learn to mitigate hazards swiftly and effectively. 9. Wildland Firefighting Tactics Unleashed: - Conquer the untamed with a dedicated exploration of wildland firefighting tactics, navigating the complexities of outdoor infernos. 10. Continuous Improvement Strategies: - Forge a path of continuous improvement, ensuring that your tactics evolve with the ever-changing landscape of firefighting. 11. Sample Exam Questions & Answers: - Test your mettle with thought-provoking sample exam questions, accompanied by detailed answers for a comprehensive self-assessment. 12. Recommended Resources for Lifelong Learning: - Open doors to a world of continuous education with handpicked resources to fuel your quest for mastery. Ready to Lead the Charge? Take Command Now! Secure Your Copy of the "Inferno Insight Mastering Fire Officer Tactics" and Ignite Your Path to Mastery!
Author: Dantiel W. Moniz
Publisher: Grove Press
ISBN: 0802158161
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 156
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“Moniz sings of Florida, girlhood, family, loss, and the glorious, ecstatic, devastating human body. A gorgeous debut from a wickedly talented new writer.” —Lauren Groff, New York Times–bestselling author Named a Best Book of the Year by The Atlantic, TIME, Washington Independent Review of Books, Kirkus, Chicago Public Library, Library Journal, Literary Hub, Audible, Largehearted Boy, Entropy, Millions, and Tampa Bay Times Set among the cities and suburbs of Florida, each story in Milk Blood Heat delves into the ordinary worlds of young girls, women, and men who find themselves confronted by extraordinary moments of violent personal reckoning. These intimate portraits of people and relationships scour and soothe and blast a light on the nature of family, faith, forgiveness, consumption, and what we may, or may not, owe one another. A thirteen-year-old meditates on her sadness and the difference between herself and her white best friend when an unexpected tragedy occurs; a woman recovering from a miscarriage finds herself unable to let go of her daughter—whose body parts she sees throughout her daily life; a teenager resists her family’s church and is accused of courting the devil; servers at a supper club cater to the insatiable cravings of their wealthy clientele; and two estranged siblings take a road-trip with their father’s ashes and are forced to face the troubling reality of how he continues to shape them. Wise and subversive, spiritual and seductive, Milk Blood Heat forms an ouroboros of stories that bewitch with their truth, announcing the arrival of a bright new literary star. “A fresh feel for the intensity and contradictions of girlhood sings across tough stories.” —Entertainment Weekly
Author: Allen Mandelbaum
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520315804
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 478
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This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1998.
Author: James D. Hornfischer
Publisher: Bantam
ISBN: 0553385127
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 578
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“A literary tour de force that is destined to become one of the . . . definitive works about the battle for Guadalcanal . . . [James D.] Hornfischer deftly captures the essence of the most pivotal naval campaign of the Pacific war.”—San Antonio Express-News The Battle of Guadalcanal has long been heralded as a Marine victory. Now, with his powerful portrait of the Navy’s sacrifice, James D. Hornfischer tells for the first time the full story of the men who fought in destroyers, cruisers, and battleships in the narrow, deadly waters of “Ironbottom Sound.” Here, in stunning cinematic detail, are the seven major naval actions that began in August 1942, a time when the war seemed unwinnable and America fought on a shoestring, with the outcome always in doubt. Working from new interviews with survivors, unpublished eyewitness accounts, and newly available documents, Hornfischer paints a vivid picture of the officers and enlisted men who opposed the Japanese in America’s hour of need. The first major work on this subject in almost two decades, Neptune’s Inferno does what all great battle narratives do: It tells the gripping human stories behind the momentous events and critical decisions that altered the course of history and shaped so many lives. Praise for Neptune’s Inferno “Vivid and engaging . . . extremely readable, comprehensive and thoroughly researched.”—Ronald Spector, The Wall Street Journal “Superlative storytelling . . . the masterwork on the long-neglected topic of World War II’s surface ship combat.”—Richard B. Frank, World War II “The author’s two previous World War II books . . . thrust him into the major leagues of American military history writers. Neptune’s Inferno is solid proof he deserves to be there.”—The Dallas Morning News “Outstanding . . . The author’s narrative gifts and excellent choice of detail give an almost Homeric quality to the men who met on the sea in steel titans.”—Booklist (starred review) “Brilliant . . . a compelling narrative of naval combat . . . simply superb.”—The Washington Times
Author: Melony Ann
Publisher: Melony Ann
ISBN: 1961966077
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 130
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Most people think I have a pretty good head on my shoulders. I have a good job. I’m a Sergeant with the Gainesville Police Department. I’m a commander on the SWAT team. I’m a single dad. I work hard to make sure my son has everything I didn’t. I’ve never complained. I put my head down and push through whatever I face because everything I do is for my son. But I have a secret. A secret I fear could destroy everything I’ve worked for. I’ve done very well at hiding it behind a carefully crafted persona. No one knows what I keep hidden. Until I’m sent on an undercover mission with my best friend. Lieutenant Matt Chance. The man owns my heart and doesn’t even know it. I try to keep my feelings private, but when he becomes the target of the cunning serial killer we’re trying to take down, I’ll do everything I need to do to protect him. Even if it destroys me in the process. ~ This book is a steamy MM cop romance with mentions of mental health themes and real life issues that face the LGBTQI+ Community. It may not be suitable for all readers. ~
Author: Melony Ann
Publisher: Melony Ann
ISBN: 1961966514
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
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After suffering a career ending knee injury, I’m forced to retire from the Chicago Guardians, the pro NFL team I’ve played with for fifteen years. To say it was heartbreaking is the understatement of the century. Even though I’ve had a great career, I find my way back to my hometown of Brystone Springs, Texas. Brystone Springs University, where I’ve taken a coaching job, is where the trouble begins. I didn’t know that one of the team's All-Stars is the man I had a mind-blowing one-night stand with when I first got back to town. Now, I have to see him every damn day. Kody Remington. He’s stubborn, sassy, and intoxicating as hell. His looks and memories of that night haunt me every waking and sleeping moment. His attitude, though, is appalling and makes me want to take him over my knee. I can’t touch him again, though. Not if I want to keep my job, and he wants to stay in school. One day, everything changes. Suddenly, I don’t give a damn about the consequences. I know we both need each other. What I don’t know is if our intense feelings for one another are strong enough to save us both from forces I don’t even understand.
