Author: Donald H. Whitfield
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781939014535
Category : Military art and science in literature
Languages : en
Pages : 494
Book Description
Standing Down: From Warrior to Civilian was created forTalking Service, the Great Books Foundation's initiative to develop reading and discussion programs for veterans, as well as their families, friends, service providers, and caregivers. Standing Down includes forty-four selections, from Homer's Iliad to personal accounts of members of the service who have served in Iraq and Afghanistan. It also includes fiction, nonfiction, poetry, essays, and memoirs that speak to past experiences, concerns, and aspirations of those who have served in the military and made the often-difficult transition back into civilian life.
Standing Down
Author: Donald H. Whitfield
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781939014535
Category : Military art and science in literature
Languages : en
Pages : 494
Book Description
Standing Down: From Warrior to Civilian was created forTalking Service, the Great Books Foundation's initiative to develop reading and discussion programs for veterans, as well as their families, friends, service providers, and caregivers. Standing Down includes forty-four selections, from Homer's Iliad to personal accounts of members of the service who have served in Iraq and Afghanistan. It also includes fiction, nonfiction, poetry, essays, and memoirs that speak to past experiences, concerns, and aspirations of those who have served in the military and made the often-difficult transition back into civilian life.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781939014535
Category : Military art and science in literature
Languages : en
Pages : 494
Book Description
Standing Down: From Warrior to Civilian was created forTalking Service, the Great Books Foundation's initiative to develop reading and discussion programs for veterans, as well as their families, friends, service providers, and caregivers. Standing Down includes forty-four selections, from Homer's Iliad to personal accounts of members of the service who have served in Iraq and Afghanistan. It also includes fiction, nonfiction, poetry, essays, and memoirs that speak to past experiences, concerns, and aspirations of those who have served in the military and made the often-difficult transition back into civilian life.
The Unwilling Apprentice (The Unwilling #2)
Author: Heidi Willard
Publisher: Mac Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
A serious fantasy series that doesn’t take itself seriously. Fred’s adventures continue as he journeys with his friends to the city of Galaron, home to a king who’s crown may be a little too tight. Their troubles thicken into a mess of hidden intentions, surprise betrothals, some more-than-life-like statues, and armies who are a little hard to kill when they’re already dead. Who will get to Fred first, the armies of darkness or his own untrained abilities as a castor? KEYWORDS: new adult, mystery, paranormal, supernatural, fantasy, folklore, folktale, folk tale, legend, legends, myth, myths, action adventure, action, adventure, second chances, comedy, humor, horror, free, freebie, free book, free books, book, books, free ebook, ebook, free novel, rich, quick read, read, short, serial, series, college, funny, female protagonist, novel, secret, suspense, thriller, alpha male, literature, story, stories, hero, fiction, box, box set, boxed, boxed set, young adult, teen, historical, past, travel, hero, coming of age, high fantasy, high, sword, sorcery, witches, wizards, fairy tales, magic, sorcerer, romantic fantasy, epic, monster, creature
Publisher: Mac Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
A serious fantasy series that doesn’t take itself seriously. Fred’s adventures continue as he journeys with his friends to the city of Galaron, home to a king who’s crown may be a little too tight. Their troubles thicken into a mess of hidden intentions, surprise betrothals, some more-than-life-like statues, and armies who are a little hard to kill when they’re already dead. Who will get to Fred first, the armies of darkness or his own untrained abilities as a castor? KEYWORDS: new adult, mystery, paranormal, supernatural, fantasy, folklore, folktale, folk tale, legend, legends, myth, myths, action adventure, action, adventure, second chances, comedy, humor, horror, free, freebie, free book, free books, book, books, free ebook, ebook, free novel, rich, quick read, read, short, serial, series, college, funny, female protagonist, novel, secret, suspense, thriller, alpha male, literature, story, stories, hero, fiction, box, box set, boxed, boxed set, young adult, teen, historical, past, travel, hero, coming of age, high fantasy, high, sword, sorcery, witches, wizards, fairy tales, magic, sorcerer, romantic fantasy, epic, monster, creature
Resurrecting Midnight
Author: Eric Jerome Dickey
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101135573
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
New York Times bestselling author Eric Jerome Dickey takes readers on the ride of a lifetime in this fierce novel of seduction, intrigue, and betrayal featuring hit man Gideon. Gideon trusts no one. But when his former lover resurfaces in need of his skills, Gideon accepts. The assignment leads to Argentina and a team of international mercenaries who will maim, kill, and torture to achieve victory. One of them has a connection to Gideon that neither assassin is aware of, a secret link that reaches into Gideon's past and plunges him into a double-cross so explosive no one will make it out unscarred.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101135573
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
New York Times bestselling author Eric Jerome Dickey takes readers on the ride of a lifetime in this fierce novel of seduction, intrigue, and betrayal featuring hit man Gideon. Gideon trusts no one. But when his former lover resurfaces in need of his skills, Gideon accepts. The assignment leads to Argentina and a team of international mercenaries who will maim, kill, and torture to achieve victory. One of them has a connection to Gideon that neither assassin is aware of, a secret link that reaches into Gideon's past and plunges him into a double-cross so explosive no one will make it out unscarred.
Hunger's Mate
Author: A. C. Arthur
Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks
ISBN: 1466840870
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
Half man, half animal, a Shadow Shifter must walk the line between predator and prey, hunger and obsession—to capture the woman he loves... A natural born hunter proud of his birthright, Ezra Preston agrees to hide his identity and pretend to be human—to learn what his enemies know of his kind. But even undercover, it's not in his nature to play games with a woman. Especially when he discovers the beautiful creature has been keeping secrets of her own... This is no ordinary woman he's stalking but an alluring and mysterious cat thief—with dangerous secrets of her own... Jewel Jenner has plotted and schemed for months, hiding her knowledge of a top-secret operation to save her ailing father. Captivated by her passion, skill, and courage, Ezra wants to help Jewel on her mission. But when he discovers how far she's gone—sleeping with the enemy to steal a fortune in diamonds—he must decide if he can trust this enthralling woman with his secret...or trust his fiercest instincts when he's near her, in Hunger's Mate by A.C. Arthur "The shifter universe just got sexier...sizzling!"—RT Book Reviews
Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks
ISBN: 1466840870
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
Half man, half animal, a Shadow Shifter must walk the line between predator and prey, hunger and obsession—to capture the woman he loves... A natural born hunter proud of his birthright, Ezra Preston agrees to hide his identity and pretend to be human—to learn what his enemies know of his kind. But even undercover, it's not in his nature to play games with a woman. Especially when he discovers the beautiful creature has been keeping secrets of her own... This is no ordinary woman he's stalking but an alluring and mysterious cat thief—with dangerous secrets of her own... Jewel Jenner has plotted and schemed for months, hiding her knowledge of a top-secret operation to save her ailing father. Captivated by her passion, skill, and courage, Ezra wants to help Jewel on her mission. But when he discovers how far she's gone—sleeping with the enemy to steal a fortune in diamonds—he must decide if he can trust this enthralling woman with his secret...or trust his fiercest instincts when he's near her, in Hunger's Mate by A.C. Arthur "The shifter universe just got sexier...sizzling!"—RT Book Reviews
Fall of the Order
Author: JC
Publisher: Black Odyssey Media
ISBN: 1957950250
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
A cursed immortal battles his demons and the nefarious beings of the living dead once his whereabouts are discovered, igniting a war against all of mankind in this spine-tingling, supernatural thriller. Born with a gift that is more of a curse than a blessing, Jefferarri is an immortal who battles his internal demons and the external forces around him. At a tender age, the orphaned youth is adopted by his grandparents, with the blessings of the government, for his protection and a better life following his parents’ demise. When nefarious beings of the underworld discover his whereabouts, a war between the world of the mortals and the undead ignites. To keep these entities from public knowledge, a clandestine government agency known as The Order, which is heavily involved in paranormal and cryptic activities unbeknownst to its civilians, extricates Jefferarri, but he quickly becomes cognizant that his rescue was only a part of a devised scheme to exploit his powers and implement plans with far greater sinister intent than imaginable. The knowledge of this betrayal unfurls the beast tucked inside of Jefferarri, and the evil that emerges unleashes diabolical mayhem that threatens to annihilate not only The Order—but all of mankind.
Publisher: Black Odyssey Media
ISBN: 1957950250
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
A cursed immortal battles his demons and the nefarious beings of the living dead once his whereabouts are discovered, igniting a war against all of mankind in this spine-tingling, supernatural thriller. Born with a gift that is more of a curse than a blessing, Jefferarri is an immortal who battles his internal demons and the external forces around him. At a tender age, the orphaned youth is adopted by his grandparents, with the blessings of the government, for his protection and a better life following his parents’ demise. When nefarious beings of the underworld discover his whereabouts, a war between the world of the mortals and the undead ignites. To keep these entities from public knowledge, a clandestine government agency known as The Order, which is heavily involved in paranormal and cryptic activities unbeknownst to its civilians, extricates Jefferarri, but he quickly becomes cognizant that his rescue was only a part of a devised scheme to exploit his powers and implement plans with far greater sinister intent than imaginable. The knowledge of this betrayal unfurls the beast tucked inside of Jefferarri, and the evil that emerges unleashes diabolical mayhem that threatens to annihilate not only The Order—but all of mankind.
Minzkala
Author: Amy E Hix
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 144909967X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
The Digvi'ja, red-faced Warlords, have determined to take control the world of Gael. They have enslaved, murdered, and destroyed whole villages. In an attempt to escape this evil, the people in Gael have left their homes, seeking a new life on another continent in Gael, Maralune. They will not go without aid, for far away, from the world of Celestra, a great and mighty force for all things good and right has seen their suffering and has come to help. This force, known as the Ancients, will open its city gates to give the fighting men and women of Gael special skills and equipment and above all, hope. Those chosen form an elite band of warriors for the Ancients, and will fight to rid the lands of Gael from the control of the Legion and to secure the well-being of future generations. Among them, a team of four brothers from the Forest Elf city of Jalathiel. The bond grows when Kal and his brothers meet members of the other races in Gael to unite as one solid driving force against the Legion. Minzkala combines a wealth of writing perspectives. Fantasy, brotherhood in battle, faith, endearing relationships and classic gaming concepts all serve to tell the age-old tale of good versus evil.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 144909967X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
The Digvi'ja, red-faced Warlords, have determined to take control the world of Gael. They have enslaved, murdered, and destroyed whole villages. In an attempt to escape this evil, the people in Gael have left their homes, seeking a new life on another continent in Gael, Maralune. They will not go without aid, for far away, from the world of Celestra, a great and mighty force for all things good and right has seen their suffering and has come to help. This force, known as the Ancients, will open its city gates to give the fighting men and women of Gael special skills and equipment and above all, hope. Those chosen form an elite band of warriors for the Ancients, and will fight to rid the lands of Gael from the control of the Legion and to secure the well-being of future generations. Among them, a team of four brothers from the Forest Elf city of Jalathiel. The bond grows when Kal and his brothers meet members of the other races in Gael to unite as one solid driving force against the Legion. Minzkala combines a wealth of writing perspectives. Fantasy, brotherhood in battle, faith, endearing relationships and classic gaming concepts all serve to tell the age-old tale of good versus evil.
Chasing Bella's shadow
Author: Venom01
Publisher: Singapore New Reading Technology Pte Ltd
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 419
Book Description
Shadow Stalker and Isabella Romano were the best of friends until one fateful day when they watched their peaceful village ruthlessly attacked by a savage pack. In the aftermath that followed, one experienced the death of a parent, the other disappeared off pack lands without a trace, and when they finally reunite years later, sparks fly, hearts break, passions smolder, and one wolf's betrayal could spell the end of life as they know it.
Publisher: Singapore New Reading Technology Pte Ltd
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 419
Book Description
Shadow Stalker and Isabella Romano were the best of friends until one fateful day when they watched their peaceful village ruthlessly attacked by a savage pack. In the aftermath that followed, one experienced the death of a parent, the other disappeared off pack lands without a trace, and when they finally reunite years later, sparks fly, hearts break, passions smolder, and one wolf's betrayal could spell the end of life as they know it.
Virtual Sabotage
Author: Julie Hyzy
Publisher: Crossroad Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 333
Book Description
DON’T BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK Today’s technology Tomorrow’s trap Gutsy and resourceful, Kenna Ward is a “lifeguard for the brain,” an envoy for Virtu-Tech, the preeminent virtual reality provider whose implants allow consumers to experience exhilarating imagined adventures—all while remaining perfectly safe. Most of the time, that is. In the rare instance when a participant mistakes an overwhelming situation as real, it’s up to Ward to enter their scenario and pull them back to reality. But when Ward’s partner goes rogue and the system begins responding in odd and dangerous ways, she delves deeper, uncovering a sinister conspiracy to dominate not only the virtual reality world, but the real one as well. Ward must stop this psychological sabotage before there are no more independent minds left to control.
Publisher: Crossroad Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 333
Book Description
DON’T BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK Today’s technology Tomorrow’s trap Gutsy and resourceful, Kenna Ward is a “lifeguard for the brain,” an envoy for Virtu-Tech, the preeminent virtual reality provider whose implants allow consumers to experience exhilarating imagined adventures—all while remaining perfectly safe. Most of the time, that is. In the rare instance when a participant mistakes an overwhelming situation as real, it’s up to Ward to enter their scenario and pull them back to reality. But when Ward’s partner goes rogue and the system begins responding in odd and dangerous ways, she delves deeper, uncovering a sinister conspiracy to dominate not only the virtual reality world, but the real one as well. Ward must stop this psychological sabotage before there are no more independent minds left to control.
Fire And Lies
Author: Angela B. Chrysler
Publisher: Next Chapter
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 461
Book Description
War rips across the land of Alfheim. As the Fae gods draw near, Queen Kallan’s strength is tested. She follows King Rune, but the Shadow Beast caged within Rune’s body is writhing in hunger. Kallan’s newest companion, Bergen - the legendary Berserk - is determined to end the conflict in her life. As the three come together, the truth buried in the past resurfaces. Now, Kallan must master a dormant power... or watch her kingdom fall to the Fae, who will stop at nothing to keep their lies.
Publisher: Next Chapter
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 461
Book Description
War rips across the land of Alfheim. As the Fae gods draw near, Queen Kallan’s strength is tested. She follows King Rune, but the Shadow Beast caged within Rune’s body is writhing in hunger. Kallan’s newest companion, Bergen - the legendary Berserk - is determined to end the conflict in her life. As the three come together, the truth buried in the past resurfaces. Now, Kallan must master a dormant power... or watch her kingdom fall to the Fae, who will stop at nothing to keep their lies.
Logical Hierarchy
Author:
Publisher: Greg Glaser
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
Publisher: Greg Glaser
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description