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Act of Treason meets Absolute Power! It all started as a simple home invasion. It ended with the president’s son being missing assumed to be dead. The president is the only one who knows the truth: his son was alive. He was being blackmailed. Who can he trust? Presumed dead after a staged helicopter attack, the president’s son is transported to a hideout and the president receives a threat. The former CIA operative Otis Thorne is covertly contacted to help him find the missing son so that the president does not have to bend to the blackmail. Meanwhile, the same secretive group who were ...

Twenty years have passed since Dina's last ill-fated attempt to reclaim her father's treasured scarab. Anubis, the guardian of the dead, warns Lillian and Roy Sawyer of her imminent return. But where and when will she emerge from the shadows? Now, in the swinging sixties, Dina reenters the mortal world, driven by an unrelenting quest. The sands of time may have shifted, but her wish remains the same: to become the ruler of the world and revenge on those who wronged her. Lillian and Roy are on high alert, but Dina's reappearance remains a mystery. Will they uncover her plans before it's too ...

Where truth and justice collide, love becomes the ultimate verdict. Stranded by snow, bound by truth, and ignited by passion. Snowed-in love story! Where truth and justice collide, love becomes the ultimate verdict. A ruthless murder trial threatens to destroy Salvatore Gallo's life, and his attorney Mary Taylor must navigate treacherous underworld ties and startling revelations. But fate has other plans. When a fierce snowstorm forces Mary to take shelter at a secluded Aspen cottage, she finds herself snowed in with a grumpy stranger. As the storm rages on, their mutual attraction grows, ...

An ancient evil stir, seeking vengeance in the wind-blown dunes of 1940 Egypt. Deep within the Valley of the Kings, an ancient tomb lies hidden, shrouded in sand and secrecy. When renowned British and German archaeologists uncover the long-lost resting place of Dina, an ancient Egyptian goddess, they unwittingly unleash a terror beyond comprehension. As Dina awakens, her malevolent spirit is reborn, fueled by an insatiable thirst for power and eternal life. The archaeological camp is swiftly slaughtered, leaving no witnesses to her resurgence. Lillian and Jack Stiller, siblings passionate ...

Love can be a cruel fate. In the shadow of ancient Greece's grandeur palace, a secret love blossoms between Christos, a chiseled soldier, and the lonely queen. But their passion is doomed from the start. When King Minos discovers their affair, his rage unleashes a terrible fate. Desperate to eliminate the rival for his queen's heart, Minos turns to the dark sorceress Circe, who weaves her malignant magic. Christos is forever changed, trapped in the form of the Minotaur, a monstrous creature bound to the labyrinth. Can their love survive the beast within, or will it succumb to the darkness ...

Love can destroy you. In the darkness of ancient Crete, a cursed legacy unfolds. Queen Pasiphae's tragic fate has unleashed a terrifying prophecy, forged by the sorceress Circe's twisted magic. "By darkness one way, by light another... until your true love's heir ends your suffering." For Minotaur, a creature cursed by malignant magic, these words foretell a devastating destiny. Haunted by the memory of Pasiphae's infant child - the very key to his salvation and destruction - he lives in the darkness of the labyrinth under the palace.

Lesbian Instalove, lesbian romance story: It started with one look, and Desdemona fell in love. Desdemona's world changes when a monster arrives through a portal and lands in her front yard. Lyra is nothing like humans. She has pink wings and sharp teeth. Join Desdemona and Lyra as they fight their growing attraction in this glorious, slow-burn romantic short story.

Unleash the Ultimate Femme Fatale - Meet Sugar Cane! Sugar Cane - the world's most lethal assassin, with a taste as sweet as honey and a sting as venomous as a viper. She's your go-to for those discreet problems only a professional can handle. But now, her life is hanging by a thread because someone knows the truth. Unmask the Assassin's True Identity In "SUGAR," Sugar Cane's world unravels as her carefully concealed identity is exposed. With a deadly secret at stake, she embarks on a treacherous journey to track down the one who threatens to bring her world crashing down. Enter Frank - The...

Finders Keepers: Book 2 of The Ashburn Series Victoria and Mark Ashburn: the investigators of all paranormal events! Prepare for an extraordinary adventure that will whisk you away to a world where the sands of time reveal their secrets. In the aftermath of a violent storm, two curious kids stumble upon an extraordinary discovery on a windswept beach. But what they unearth is far more than they bargained for. As the waves crash and secrets unfold, a mysterious skeleton emerges from the sand, taking an unexpected breath of life. Unbeknownst to them, they've unwittingly triggered a centuries-...

Percy Ink has always been an outcast at school, tormented by bullies who mock his vibrant pink hair and elvish pointy ears. But on the eve of Halloween, his wise grandfather reveals a shocking secret: Percy is half-elf. Armed with magical pumpkin seeds, Percy sets out to teach his tormentors a lesson and claim his true identity. As the seeds take root, will Percy's bullies finally leave him be, or will the true magic lie in Percy's own self-discovery? Dive into this heartwarming tale of self-acceptance, family secrets, and the transformative power of Halloween magic.

Explore the Infinite: The Starbound Worlds Compendium Embark on a journey through the vast expanse of the Starbound galaxy with this comprehensive compendium. Discover ancient histories, mysterious alien species, and uncharted planets, all meticulously detailed and richly illustrated. From the intricacies of space exploration to the complexities of intergalactic politics, this definitive guide covers everything you need to know to navigate the wonders and dangers of the Starbound universe. Whether you're a seasoned space traveler or just starting your cosmic adventure, this compendium is ...

A fast-paced adventure! Don't stare at the Kelpies! Don't trust the merfolk! Plunge into the treacherous underwater world where danger lurks in every shadow. Sabrina must confront her darkest fears and forge uneasy alliances with the cunning Merfolks to unite the fractured kingdom against the ruthless faes. But beware, for in the darkest depths, the Kelpies reign supreme – shape-shifters feared for their cruelty and mastery of deception. Their power is boundless, their mercy rare. As war brews beneath the waves, Sabrina must navigate this perilous landscape to emerge victorious. Will she ...

Matteo, an aerospace engineer, returns home after working on a recovered spacecraft, expecting a sense of accomplishment. However, an unsettling feeling gnaws at him, and he can't shake the sense that something is amiss. Despite a reassuring doctor's report declaring his health normal, Matteo's unease persists. As he succumbs to exhaustion and drifts into sleep, Matteo awakens to a reality beyond comprehension. No longer in his own body, he finds himself inhabiting the unfamiliar form of another being. Bewildered and disoriented, he discovers the shocking truth: his body has been hijacked ...

Previously published as My Fairy Godmother's Gifts on Kindle Vella by author Arla Jones. Once upon a time meets Queen of Nothing in this fantasy story! On her 18th birthday, Sabrina's ordinary life shatters when she uncovers her shocking heritage: she's the last living heir of an underwater fairy kingdom, born of a forbidden fairy-fae union. Magic can be used for good or bad… Can Sabrina know when to use it and when not? Guided by her godmother, a powerful sea witch, Sabrina discovers a hidden undersea kingdom ruled by her grandfather. Yet, her fairy tale takes a dark turn as her ...

Race Against Time When Otis Thorne is brutally attacked on campus, he unwittingly uncovers a sinister plot involving the abduction of Noah, a mastermind behind sensitive government systems and databases. As the FBI races against time to rescue Noah, Otis believes the notorious Septem group is involved again. He joins the FBI, determined to track down the secret research facility. But will he be able to expose the secrets hidden in the facility and save Noah before it's too late? Dive into a heart-pumping thrill ride filled with twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat! ...

February 1941. Valentine's Day dawns bloody in the desert when a catastrophic sandstorm separates Lillian Stiller and Roy Sawyer from Jack Stiller. Stranded and desperate, they stumble upon the fabled Oasis of the Love - a haven shrouded in legend and rumored to be cursed. But as they delve into its secrets, they realize they're not alone... and the greatest treasure may be their own survival. Discover the fate of these two travelers in this gripping desert survival story with ancient secrets. If you love adventurous archaeology themes like in Indiana Jones novels, and enjoy authors such as...

An action-packed thriller! Bio attack! Threats to the global economy! Millions of lives are in danger! Only the dead can tell... In the shadowy realm of international espionage, a clandestine alliance between rival nations threatens to unleash a catastrophic pandemic, pushing the world to the precipice of chaos. Otis Thorne and Noah, a formidable duo, are drawn into a high-stakes mission to unravel the complex web of deceit and prevent the impending disaster. They discover the sinister plot: a deadly disease known as the "black dust," engineered to spread with birds and other animals. With ...

Beyond the Sands of Chaos! The darkness they thought they'd buried is rising again... When a vampiric bat interrupts an ambassador's Christmas celebration, sibling archaeologists Lillian and Jack Stiller know their nightmare is far from over. The creature's origins lead them back to the tomb of Dina, the ancient Egyptian goddess they thought they'd defeated. As they brave the unforgiving desert and unravel the tomb's secrets, they're met with a sinister new threat: the Germans, driven by an insatiable hunger for dark magic. The Stillers, joined by Roy Sawyer, must save themselves before the...

Andre Ackley, born to the noble lineage of Lord Ackley and Lady Olivia, had earned a notorious reputation as one of the most notorious rakes in London. His dubious charm was often deployed to seduce married women, leaving broken hearts and shattered vows in his wake. He seemed impervious to the tendrils of love, evading its grasp with ease. However, fate took a dark turn when one of his amorous escapades went awry, leading to his ignominious exposure. The scandal that erupted forced him to relinquish his place in London's high society, his name tainted by accusations of jewelry theft and ...

Previously published as "The Bloody Slipper" by Arla Jones. Get ready to shift gears into a magical world! When a mysterious sleeping curse hits Prince Charming's father's castle, the enchanted affliction spreads far beyond the medieval walls. Modern-day household items from coffee makers to cars lie in slumber, their engines dead, victims of the witch's dark magic. Prince Charming must navigate this strange new world, teaming up with a mystical beast, a fiercely loyal band of dwarfs, and a pinch of magical fairy dust. Together, they embark on a heart-pumping quest to outsmart the wicked ...