Author: Jaclyn Weldon White
Publisher: Mercer University Press
ISBN: 9780881460469
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 262
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The adult accomplishments of this Founding Father, architect of the Constitution and first Secretary of the Treasury are legendary, and in this latest offering, children meet the young "Alec" growing up in the Caribbean as he dreams of visiting the land called America. Accompanied by his parrot, Hurry-Up, and his companion, Poleon, Alec's tranquil days are filled with the books he loves and visits to the waterfront to greet the large ships arriving from Europe—until his uncle insists that Alec fit riding lessons into his schedule. Children will identify with Alec's struggle to overcome his fear of horses and cheer at his courage as he narrowly escapes a violent hurricane while on horseback, all while keeping his eye on the prize—school in America. Featured sections and fun facts explain what happened next and when Alexander Hamilton lived, providing young readers with a snapshot of the leader's entire life.
Author: V.C. Andrews
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1439171408
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 305
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There's no place like home...and no end to the nightmare... Samantha is in her last year of high school at a very exclusive all-girls school in upstate New York. It has been four years since she gave birth to her daughter and since the death of her sister, Cassie. One day, Samantha’s roommate, Ellie, convinces her to attend a fraternity party. There Samantha meets a handsome young man named Ethan. The two develop a romantic relationship, but Samantha’s memories of her rape prevent her from consummating their union, and she confesses to Ethan that she has a daughter. He is surprised, but promises to attend her graduation and meet her father and uncle. But when Ethan brings her back, Samantha discovers a wild party going on in her room, and her girlfriends, including her roommate, Ellie, mock Samantha. Thinking she’s also lost Ethan, Samantha walks out, unaware that circumstances will soon culminate in a shocking series of events—including madness, betrayal, and murder.
Author: Victoria Lamb
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1460330463
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 316
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Only one witch can rise above the coming storm When Tudor witch Meg Lytton receives an unexpected legacy—her mother's magical wand, ring and spellbook—she has no idea her future happiness is in danger. For the witchfinder Marcus Dent is back in her dreams, and he will use any weapon to gain her newfound powers for himself. Now Meg must discover the secret of Invictus—her mother's magical ring. Summoned back to Hatfield, she knows a battle is coming. But Meg is no longer alone in her struggle against Dent. Surrounded by her friends, she faces her greatest challenge head-on: losing Alejandro, her beloved. For it seems the Spanish novice has been keeping secrets from them all. Powers clash and hearts break in the spellbinding third book of The Tudor Witch Trilogy
Author: Jaclyn Weldon White
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780881467598
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 256
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Rebecca and Ronald Akins and their three daughters appeared to be a typical suburban family in 1970 Macon, Georgia, but the attractive facade hid a family in crisis. The girls suffered physical and emotional abuse at the hands of their mother. Although he sometimes worked three jobs, Ronnie was never able to provide Becky the lifestyle she wanted. After their 1974 divorce, Becky took the children to South Florida where she pursued a life of gambling and partying. Fueled by popular books and films, she wanted to live in what she believed was the exciting world of organized crime and changed her name to Machetti. In only a few months, she found two men who joined her in her murderous fantasy which culminated in two deaths. The resulting legal proceedings went on for more than a decade. This is the story of Rebecca Machetti, a cold-blooded woman whose prosecutor described as pure evil and her three daughters who lived through years of abuse before finally finding peace and normal lives.
Author: Dee Johnson
Publisher: Greenfinch
ISBN: 1529439027
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 128
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Spells are a powerful way to take control of your destiny, heal and connect with your inner magic. In times of uncertainty or difficulty, spells can have a transformative impact and bring positive change into your life. In Spells for Self-Care, experienced witch and spellcaster Dee Johnson shows you how to prepare and cast spells to give yourself a little bit of TLC. If you're feeling run-down, overworked, overwhelmed, or you just love a session of pampering and relaxation, this book is full of spells and rituals to help you unwind. Bring a little magic to your self-care routine with cleansing herbals baths, brewing remedial teas, recharging crystal rituals and candlelit mantras, to nurture your mind, body and soul. There is a spell for every occasion, and this series of needs-based spell books includes: · Spells for Love: Enchantments for Relationships, Heartbreak and Romance · Spells for Prosperity: Enchantments for Wealth, Luck and Success · Spells for Self-care: Enchantments for Calm, Relaxation and Joy These beautiful spell books contain enchantments for modern day living, keeping all the traditions of old. A wonderful gift to yourself or a friend to bring peace, relaxation and joy.
Author: jose hernandez
Publisher: Babelcube Inc.
ISBN: 1667463209
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 542
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The Black Codex of José Hernández (Medieval historical fiction novel set in the 11th century A.D.) Adventure, intrigue, action and excitement in a medieval story. The Black Codex The Black Codex is a story of passion, intrigue, and power in a time no longer remembered. It is revealed through the investigations of Raquel, a young engineer who is shocked by a detail in a Romanesque church in the Lleida Pyrenees. Throughout the development of the story, she is accompanied by Xavier Rivas, professor of medieval history at the University of Girona, with whom she begins a very close relationship. At a time when legend and reality intertwine in the night of time, in 1035, a year of convulsions in general, Wilfred of Berga, his wife and Leodovico, a minstrel who has recently arrived in the region and who brings with him legends from distant lands, will begin a search for the impossible that will defy both reason and faith and will unleash the wrath of the darkest powers. A powerful portrait of the Middle Ages with main characters such as Oliba, Guillermos de Besalú, the King of Navarre, the Bishop of Urgel... A combination of characters who go to the place where it all began, the Lleida Pyrenees, where it will have a dramatic end as a result of internal struggles between feudal lords, whose entire conflict is recorded in a cursed book: The Black Codex.
Author: Nick Vossen
Publisher: The Parliament House
ISBN: 1735777692
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 296
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Step back in the world of the Eldritch Twins in this darker, more personal tale of remembrance and revenge with a hint of voodoo and a dash of existential dread. LOVECRAFT meets THE X-FILES in the sequel to the SWANSONG CONSPIRACY. The nights grow ever darker and longer for Lilly and Quincy Swansong. Uncovering the mysterious Swansong family secret and thwarting the apocalyptic plans of the wretched Haven organization has left the world in a state of confusion. Regular people have stopped responding to the horrors around them. The Global Defense Force has disbanded. Shadowy figures of Haven looming in the distance, ever-present. And yet no one remembers. The twins try to learn what they can, but mostly, they try to survive, ever on the run from revenge-seeking Haven agents. When a mysterious affliction possibly linked to Haven interventions rears its ugly head, it leads the twins to new friends and a terrifying new foe. It also, unfortunately, leads to their deaths. But death is only a minor setback for those who know their way around. Quincy and Lilly traverse the afterlife, determined to find a way home, but it doesn’t take long for them to realize they can’t simply escape the Realm of the Nearly Departed--a dark and foreboding world of neon lights. Not without a few dodgy deals and a Corgi leading the way. hr The Eldritch Twins is best enjoyed in the following order: Book 1: The Swansong Conspiracy Book 2: The Nearly Departed
Author: Ray T. Malbrough
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN: 9780738703503
Category : Hoodoo (Cult)
Languages : en
Pages : 220
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Conjuring money and attracting love, reversing hexes and stopping slander-it's all in a day's work for the Hoodoo practitioner. This is true American folk magic, colorful and powerful, yet little-known outside of the bayous and backwoods of Louisiana. Let Ray Malbrough take you deep inside the Hoodoo mysteries. You'll learn the secrets of root working and magical baths, the Head Pot and the Medium's necklace. You'll discover how to divine the future with playing cards and cowrie shells, and how to work with the spirits of the dead. Step inside a world of magic and intrigue you never knew existed-enter the hidden world of the Hoodoo.
Author: Omar Sutherland
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1546243321
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 321
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Between these covers are twenty stories of supernatural suspense. They are signposts of a realm where a painters brushes blot out the human race, where every dog is the best friend and lethal protector of a lonely orphan, where a man captures a womans heart and keeps it in a jar, where a psychologist has perfected a miraculous therapy but doesnt get many referrals, and where an unemployed physicist is offered ultimate job security if he will make anonymous deliveries in the dead of night . . . and change his name, wear red and white, and put on a little weight.
Author: Jeffrey E. Anderson
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1610692098
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 459
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This compelling reference work introduces the religions of Voodoo, a onetime faith of the Mississippi River Valley, and Vodou, a Haitian faith with millions of adherents today. Unlike its fictional depiction in zombie films and popular culture, Voodoo is a full-fledged religion with a pantheon of deities, a priesthood, and communities of believers. Drawing from the expertise of contemporary practitioners, this encyclopedia presents the history, culture, and religion of Haitian Vodou and Mississippi Valley Voodoo. Though based primarily in these two regions, the reference looks at Voodoo across several cultures and delves into related religions, including African Vodu, African Diasporic Religions, and magical practices like hoodoo. Through roughly 150 alphabetical entries, the work describes various aspects of Voodoo in Louisiana and Haiti, covering topics such as important places, traditions, rituals, and items used in ceremonies. Contributions from scholars in the field provide a comprehensive overview of the subject from various perspectives and address the deities and ceremonial acts. The book features an extensive collection of primary sources and a selected, general bibliography of print and electronic resources.
