Perfect for fans of The 7½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle, with a modern gothic twist.High in the Rocky Mountains on a secluded campus, sits Hildegard College, a celebrated institution known for its scientific innovation and its sprawling, botanical gardens. Historian Robin Quain has been awarded a residency to examine Hildegard’s impressive collection of ancient manuscripts, but she has a secret. She’s actually on the hunt for an artifact—one she must find b...

There are rules that keep the universe in line, that keep Death and Fate balanced in a delicate dance.A Reaper can't feel.A Reaper can't love.A Reaper can't die.SephtisReapers can't feel. We aren't born. We're created from the essence of the dead, from Death himself breathing us into existence. We have one purpose.Ferry mortals to the afterlife so they can be judged, weighed, and born anew.I've taken ...

Perfect for fans of suspenseful nonfiction such as books by Steve Sheinkin, this is a page-turning narrative about Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a pastor and pacifist who became an unlikely hero during World War II and took part in a plot to kill Hitler. Written by two-time National Book Award finalist Patricia McCormick, author of Sold and Never Fall Down and coauthor of the young reader’s edition of I Am Malala.It was April 5, 1943, and the Gestapo would arrive ...

A Warhammer 40,000 NovelThe Emperor’s Children seek sensation above all else, but when Xantine's warband come upon an isolated Imperial world, he sees an opportunity to pursue the finer things in life. How long can the proud warlord maintain his 'perfect' rule and will the planet survive his reign?READ IT BECAUSEIt's a tantalising look into the gleefully twisted minds of the Emperor's Children, as an arrogant warlord strives to 'save...

If you ve already had some experience with IBM SPSS Modeler this cookbook will help you delve deeper and exploit the incredible potential of this data mining workbench. The recipes come from some of the best brains in the business.Key FeaturesGo beyond mere insight and build models than you can deploy in the day to day running of your businessSave time and effort while getting more value from your data than ever beforeLoaded with detailed step-...

The New York Times bestseller Here’s the Story is the poignant memoir of Maureen McCormick, who starred as the beloved Marcia Brady on the hit series The Brady Bunch. Maureen tells her shocking and inspirational true story, taking readers behind the scenes of one of America’s favorite television families, and to the dark side, where she was caught up in a fast-paced, drug-fueled, star-studded Hollywood existence that ultimately led to the biggest battle of her li...

How does the coral reef get its spectacular colors?What fish live in coral reefs?Learn all about the coral reef and the species that call it home.This book is part of the Language Lizard Explore collection, which uses vibrant illustrations and simple text to help readers discover the world around them.Coral Reefs is available as a bilingual book in many languages and includ...

How does the coral reef get its spectacular colors?What fish live in coral reefs?Learn all about the coral reef and the species that call it home.This book is part of the Language Lizard Explore collection, which uses vibrant illustrations and simple text to help readers discover the world around them.Coral Reefs is available as a bilingual book in many languages and includ...

Enjoy dagwood dogs at an Australian carnival!Snack on jalebis at an Indian street market!Eat pastizzi on the beautiful Maltese coast!Street Foods from Around the World is a visual feast of diverse foods from all over the globe. With colorful illustrations and interesting street foods, this book will appeal to readers of all ages.This book is available in English-only and many biling...

In light of Section 881 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017, which expanded the legal definition of the National Technology and Industrial Base (NTIB) to include the United Kingdom and Australia, this report informs NTIB partners on barriers and opportunities for effective integration. The expansion of the NTIB is based on the principle that defense trade between the United States and its closest allies enables a host of benefits, including increased access to in...

Creating a connection with the knowledge of the universe is a matter of eliminating obstacles to that connection. We all have a responsibility to unite with that knowledge . By uniting with that knowledge we perform our necessary role in the evolution of consciuosness .

What's your favorite shade of the dark?In this collection of twenty-one stories, horror creeps up behind you in places you never expected to find it: a set of simple instructions, an advice column, or a dinner cruise on a placid lake. Even the most mundane chore isn't safe!The horrors in Night Shades are quiet at first, often disarming you with quirky humor before they turn. All will leave you feeling just...