Fleeing the threat of civil war on her home world and a planetary genocide game played by an ancient and evil race, Princess Grace and her small band of refugees seek sanctuary on distant Earth.But their peaceful existence is shattered when one of her own betrays them.With Earth hanging in the balance, an unlikely hero comes forward to challenge the impossible odds.

A practical guide to the basic structure of STM information, describing in simple terms, with examples, how to locate what you need. Coverage includes: * How information is communicated * Beginning a search * Using bibliographic databases * Using the web for information * Obtaining and organising information * Keeping up to date * Future developments in scientific, technological and medical information Each chapter ends with a summary of the key points.

This book addresses whether the "gendering" of constitutions promotes women’s equality.The authors use a mixed-methods approach to explore how constitutional gender rights affect political processes and strategies, legislative and judicial outcomes, and ultimately women’s equality. They employ a cross-national study by constructing a unique database of gender provisions in over 100 countries at three points in time: 1995, 2005, and 2015. Four in-depth comparative case studies on Ar...

After an audacious escape from Earth, the Vercetians - and some local friends - hurry home to save their own planet from the disaster about to befall it. The Zerot intend to seal the fate of another innocent race with the cruelest game in the galaxy.Young Prince Ventar has a plan, or almost, but he needs some extraordinary assistance from an ancient unascended race. He'll need even more help to make it home before the genocide game begins.

A controlling or abusive partner can break even the strongest person—unless you know what to look for. Written by an expert in intimate partner abuse and based on her highly successful recovery program for women with controlling partners, this book will give you the strength, courage, and strategies you need to acknowledge the problem and stand up for yourself once and for all—whether you stay or leave the relationship.If you have a controlling partner, you aren’t ...

The Word of God reveals how the Lord raised the dead, healed the sick, and even turned water into wine. Although believers understand the wonderful power of God to create miracles, many would like to see this power working in modern times.In an age filled with doubt and agnostic thoughts, Bishop Eric A. Lambert Jr. believes the miracle-working power of God is still available to us today, and that we all have access to this incredible power. Relying on inspiration gathered from his ...

The Apostle Paul warned that in the last days there would be a falling away from the faith in God. The Christian is under increased pressure to stand against the devices of the enemy. You may wonder just where this battle originates, and how does the Christian withstand the attacks of the enemy of our souls. The Christian and the Culture takes a hard look at the obstacles that are facing the church in the world today. This book will cause you to examine your life and rethink your spiritual...

Based on the bestselling books and tying into the hit television series, THE EXPANSE ORIGINS reveals the untold origins of the crew members of The Rocinante. As interplanetary tensions reach an all-time high, the crew of The Rocinante finds themselves at the center of a conflict that threatens to destroy all of human civilization. But before they were heroes, each member of the crew faced moments that would come to define them and brought them one step closer to the ship they now call home...

Dakota Landry just got out of prison after twelve years. If anyone can understand how that feels, it's his new friend, Sage, who is determined to help him get used to life on the outside—and believes Dakota didn't commit the crime he was in for.Jayden Wilson is a former prosecutor who agrees to look into the case at the request of Sage's lover, Adam. He sets out to prove Dakota is just another "innocent" ex-con, but once they meet, Jayden is more and more convinced Dakota just didn...

Perfectly Fake-Free Odd Facts is a hilarious collection of odd and weird factoids. Our use of the term fake-free is often challenged by the iconoclasts. They refer to our facts as murky research-based ba-loney. Our very perfect research might be a tad murky but it's never boloney. Perfect facts with a microscopic tad of murky. We've also thrown in our That's Odd comics for extra measure.

Medical Microbiology and Infection Lecture Notes is ideal for medical students, junior doctors, pharmacy students, junior pharmacists, nurses, and those training in the allied health professions. It presents a thorough introduction and overview of this core subject area, and has been fully revised and updated to include:Chapters written by leading experts reflecting current research and teaching practiceNew chapters covering Diagnosis of Infections and Epid...

A Warhammer Age of Sigmar AnthologyThe Mortal Realms have been despoiled. Ravaged by the followers of the Chaos Gods, they stand on the brink of utter destruction. Against such foes, courage is the best defence and the most effective weapon. It is something that Sigmar’s chosen do not lack. But they are not always strong enough to prevail, and even in victory, each new battle saps their souls a little more.This is a time of turmoil. This is the era of war. ...