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This fascinating, thoughtful psychological murder mystery addresses the problems of modern man dealing with the real failure to understand the real meaning of love and will, its sources and its interrelation.Man has long been fascinated with the mind of man and has always been drawn to the deepest recesses of fear. What triggers someone to commit murder?In this mystery, the author allows us to journey with individuals participating in group therapy who are seeking self-discovery that reveals their mysteries, their squalor and their magnificence.As they become suspects in murder, in the face of ongoing mistrust, the characters deal with the multiplicity of love, pathos, tragedy and passion . . . living symbols of our time.The author draws upon her personal clinical wisdom and psychotherapy experience as she explores the minds of the people involved in dealing with the contradictions of the human heart that are exacerbated by violent acts of murder and psychic deceit. It is a riveting novel filled with unforgettable characters where much is not as it seems.

In 1972, Cass Costello, a reporter for a local newspaper is in bed with her lover when a call from the paper interrupts her tryst, sending her to the site of a residence hall on campus. In room 428, young medical student is found dead. The story unwinds through accusations, arrests with a startling conclusion.

When toxic envy grows unchecked, it will inevitably destroy an individual, a family, a society — even a civilization. In our day, envy has reached its tipping point, fueling acts of anger, violence, and revenge in America's cities and corporate boardrooms. In this timely and brilliantly written book, Anne Hendershott argues that the political class, social media, and advertisers have created a culture of covetousness by relentlessly provoking us to envy others and to be envied. The result is not surprising: a deeply indignant and rapacious generation that believes no one is more deserving of advantages and rewards than they. Hendershott explains how envy leads to resentment, which eventually erupts into violence and rage, malicious mobs, cancel culture, and the elevation of dysfunctional political systems such as socialism and Marxism. The Politics of Envyis the first book to provide a sociocultural probe into the root cause of the deadly sin of envy, and it charts a proven path out of this disordered and destructive thinking. From this pivotal, vitally important book you'll also learn: Why envy cannot be defeated by politics and requires a heroic attitude to defeat How social media's illusion of intimacy has fueled the mobs The difference between bullying and the envy-driven cancel culture The Marxist roots of Liberation Theology Why students have always been an easy target for the cult of socialism Why the truly envious believe that no one is more deserving of advantages and rewards than they How today's culture of envy traces its roots to the 1950s

This book is a comprehensive review and analysis of the reserve powers and their exercise by heads of state in countries that have Westminster systems. It addresses the powers of the Queen in the United Kingdom, those of her vice-regal representatives, and those of heads of state in the less studied realms and former colonies that are now republics. Drawing on a vast range of previously unpublished archival and primary material, The Veiled Sceptre contains fresh perspectives on old controversies. It also reveals constitutional crises in small countries, which have escaped the notice of most scholars. This book places the exercises of reserve powers within the context of constitutional principle and analyses how heads of state should act when constitutional principles conflict. Providing an unrivalled contemporary analysis of reserve powers, it will appeal to constitutional scholars worldwide and others involved in the administration of systems of responsible government.

In 2017, Anne Bokma embarked on a quest to become a more spiritual person. After leaving the fundamentalist religion of her youth, she became one of the eighty million North Americans who consider themselves spiritual-but-not-religious, the fastest growing “faith” category. In mid-life she found herself addicted to busyness, drinking too much, hooked on social media, dreading the empty nest and still struggling with alienation from her ultra-religious family. In response, she set out on a year-long whirlwind adventure to immerse herself in a variety of sacred practices—each of which proved to be illuminating in unexpected ways—to try to develop her own definition of what it means to be spiritual. In My Year of Living Spiritually, Bokma documents a diverse range of soulful first-person experiences—from taking a dip in Thoreau’s Walden Pond, to trying magic mushrooms for the first time, booking herself into a remote treehouse as an experiment in solitude, singing in a deathbed choir and enrolling in a week-long witch camp—in an entertaining and enlightening way that will compel readers (non-believers and believers alike) to try a few spiritual practices of their own. Along the way, she reconsiders key relationships in her life and begins to experience the greater depth of meaning, connection, gratitude, simplicity and inner peace that we all long for. Readers will find it an inspiring roadmap for their own spiritual journeys.

Fabulous Fathers HER CHILD? April Bingham had just discovered that the baby she'd thought she'd lost was alive—and living with his father, Jared O'Neal. Now she was back in her hometown to become a real mother to little Tyler, but Jared hadn't exactly welcomed her home with open arms…. The stubborn man evoked longings April hadn't felt in years—not only for heart and home, but for an enduring happiness she'd never thought possible. Could April convince mistrustful Jared that the passion they'd once shared had not only created a wonderful little boy, but a love to last a lifetime? Fabulous Fathers. First he'll have to open his heart.

He'll teach her to love her body...one spanking at a time. Brienna Morgan has worked hard to look good. Ten years ago she stuck to the shadows, watching the popular kids, wishing she could be one of them. But when they weren't calling her cruel names, nobody noticed the smart overweight girl with the glasses. So when she braves her high school reunion and runs into Kade McBride, the boy she loved from afar, the last thing she wants is for him to remember her. It's bad enough she still sees that girl every time she looks in the mirror. But Kade does remember-and he makes it impossible for Brie to refuse to go out with him. She's not convinced it's a good idea, but she can't pass up the opportunity to be part of the in crowd. Kade had no desire to go to his high school reunion. As far as he's concerned, he'd rather forget those days. Especially the day he screwed up and left his best friend to pay the ultimate price. But when he sees the gorgeous woman enter the gym, he's immediately drawn to her. Regardless of her claims that she's not the girl he thinks he remembers, Kade realizes maybe he's been given a second chance to right at least one wrong from his past. And he's determined not to throw this opportunity away, even if he has to tie Brienna to a spanking bench to prove his point. Reader Discretion: contains light BDSM, spanking For some it's just a night out. For others it's a lifestyle. At The Vault, the McBride men have created an environment where the sexual needs and desires of their clientele can be expressed and explored without condemnation. Discretion is key. Security and privacy are paramount. Safe, sane and consensual is a rule. Hers to Own is the second book in The Vault Series, and the first of the stories about the McBride brothers themselves. Hers to Own has be fortunate to receive the following recognition 1st Place, RWA First Coast Romance Writers 2015 National Excellence in Romance Fiction (NERFA), Erotic Romance Category 2nd Place RWA Orange County Chapters 2015 Book Buyers Best Contest, Erotic Romance Category Finalist, RWA Desert Rose Chapter, 2015 Golden Quill Contest, Erotic Romance Category Finalist, BDSM Writers Con Golden Flogger Award, BDSM Best Book of the Year, BDSM Light Category"

All that handsome Earl of Rycotte knew of the young woman who called herself Miss Caroline was that she was in his house, her fate was in his hands, and her beauty was doing unspeakable things to his heart. Regency original romance.

“Julie Anne Long reinvents the historical romance for modern readers, delivering intense, passionate characters and high adventure. Her writing glows.” —Amanda Quick “You will LOVE the Pennyroyal Green series.” —Julia Quinn A notorious lady learns just how wicked a good man can be in the latest installment of RITA Award nominee Julie Anne Long’s emotionally charged Pennyroyal Green series. A Notorious Countess Confesses is absolutely unputdownable historical romance for fans of Karen Hawkins and Sabrina Jeffries; another gem in the bestselling series set in Regency England and centered on a long-standing feud between members of two wealthy Sussex families, the Eversea and Redmond clans. The breathtaking romantic adventures of a former courtesan-turned-noblewoman, A Notorious Countess Confesses stokes the Pennyroyal fires hotter than ever before, providing readers with all the passion, scandal, and true love they could possibly hope for.

Turn a passion for food into the job of a lifetime with the insider advice in Culinary Careers. Working in food can mean cooking on the line in a restaurant, of course, but there are so many more career paths available. No one knows this better than Rick Smilow—president of the Institute of Culinary Education (ICE), the award-winning culinary school in New York City—who has seen ICE graduates go on to prime jobs both in and out of professional kitchens. Tapping into that vast alumni network and beyond, Culinary Careers is the only career book to offer candid portraits of dozens and dozens of coveted jobs at all levels to help you find your dream job. Instead of giving glossed-over, general descriptions of various jobs, Culinary Careers features exclusive interviews with both food-world luminaries and those on their way up, to help you discover what a day in the life is really like in your desired field. •Get the ultimate in advice from those at the very pinnacle of the industry, including Lidia Bastianich, Thomas Keller, and Ruth Reichl. •Figure out whether you need to go to cooking school or not in order to land the job you want. •Read about the inspiring—and sometimes unconventional—paths individuals took to reach their current positions. •Find out what employers look for, and how you can put your best foot forward in interviews. •Learn what a food stylist’s day on the set of a major motion picture is like, how a top New York City restaurant publicity firm got off the ground, what to look for in a yacht crew before jumping on board as the chef, and so much more. With information on educational programs and a bird’s-eye view of the industry, Culinary Careers is a must-have resource for anyone looking to break into the food world, whether you’re a first-time job seeker or a career changer looking for your next step.