When Jason agreed to basically babysit his friend's step-brother, he knew the kid was a temperamental brat--I mean, Brad had told him that the kid had even tried to kill him, so the hateful attitude didn't surprise him. Unfortunately, what he didn't expect was a beautiful, sixteen year old mute whose anger was born from something much darker than just disliking his stepbrother. And finding out what that is pushes Jason to fold or go all in.

Casey is different, and not just the usual different. Stolen at age 5 from the lab that created him, he's been content to live with his 'uncle' in solitude for years, safe & protected, with the vast ocean surrounding him.So when a stranger shows up on their island at the cottage next door, it shatters their carefully constructed peace. Can Casey manage to keep his secret or will this stranger destroy everything he's managed to keep under the currents?

A younger brother buys his brother, the Duke and heir to the throne, a surprising gift for his brother's birthday--a young, very skittish neko slave. But Damien has no use for a personal slave. However, a bet with his two younger brothers has Damien keeping the boy at his side as a matter of pride. When attempts on his life begin, Damien discovers just how protective the cat-like human can be.This is the story of a young neko who wasn't given the choice to become a slave. Having be...

When Bryan finally finds the man he wants to be with forever, he thinks his life will be perfect. But it's taken time to convince not only Wyatt that he's sincere, but his own mother as well. Between Wyatt's anxiety to trust again after a brutal breakup with an ex, the ex still trying to wreck havoc in Wyatt's life, and Bryan's own mother's doubts, Bryan is over-stressed. So when Wyatt disappears days after their engagement, he's left devastated and confused.

“Let me try it. Woe betide, babe! I can't git yer bra undone. Git out of my truck, wench!” Donnatella Denetti went into quiet hysterics. “Patty, he's got regency tourettes!”Patty Morgan loves Joshua Kindle, but after Joshua disappears for six months he comes back to Bennt, Montana claiming a knock in the head is what compels him to say odd things. Their attraction sizzles and woe betide any of the local buckle bunnies who try to take him away from Patty even if Joshua is goofy. Her...

Kayden experiences many new things now that he's no longer a slave. See snippets of his life in this book containing 13 short stories that occur in the year between Tears of the Neko and its sequel, Blood of the Neko. Join Kayden as he learns to ride, discovers just how far to push the chef, and attends his first wedding.This book is a series of short stories based on the characters from Tears of the Neko. It is NOT one long, continuous story. Each chapter is its own short snippet,...

In the sequel to Tears of the Neko, Damien, the duke of Marsten must journey to the mines to deal with a problematic overseer. When his feline lover, Kayden, comes face to face with nightmares from his past, will he be strong enough to survive them, or will he fall prey to his fears and the hunters' resolve to draw the Blood of the Neko?This is the sequel to Tears of the Neko (book 1 of the Neko series). It is best to have read that first story before reading this one. There is als...

In this collection, contributors analyze the depiction of scientists in a wide range of films and television programs that span across genres, including horror, science fiction, crime drama, comedy, and children's media. Scientists in popular culture, they argue, often embody the hopes and fears associated with real-life science, which continue to be prevalent in both fictional and non-fiction media. By becoming the “human face” of scientific insight and innovation, the scientist in popula...

This book investigates the consequences of redundant state and federal environmental regulations in the United States. Drawing on the most exhaustive statistical analysis of US federal wetland permits ever constructed, the book uncovers the disjointed world of wetland regulation. The author starts by examining the socioeconomic and environmental factors driving individuals to apply for environmental regulatory permits and the regional inconsistencies encountered in federal environmental re...

Imagine a world where your investments grow exponentially, not just from smart strategies, but also from strategic tax planning. This book unravels the secrets of tax breaks specifically designed for investors, empowering you to navigate the complex landscape of tax laws and maximize your wealth accumulation. Through clear explanations and practical examples, you'll discover a plethora of deductions, credits, and exemptions that can significantly reduce your tax burden. From understanding ...

Halloween, a night cloaked in shadows and steeped in ancient traditions, holds a fascination that transcends generations. It's a night of costumes and trick-or-treating, jack-o'-lanterns and spooky tales, but it's also a night deeply intertwined with the concept of mortality. This book delves into the captivating relationship between Halloween and death, exploring the origins of this unique holiday and its enduring connection to the afterlife. From the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, w...

Victorian Ontario included people from all walks of life from homeless beggars to wealthy gentry. In Much To Be Done we glimpse how life was lived in 19th-century Ontario, not only in the grand mansions, but also in the farm houses and streets where our ancestors lived.This publication could be your great-grandmother's story, following the cycle of life from courtship to childbirth to celebration and death. Diaries, with some contributions from letters, ne...