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"The tense, darkly funny, unputdownable debut novel from one of the most successful screenwriters of the past 20 years--the tale of a hit man mistaken for a hero whose sudden, unwanted fame makes him a target for the surprising number of people who want him dead"--

When Robyn Scott was six years old her parents abruptly exchanged the tranquil pastures of New Zealand for a converted cowshed in the wilds of Botswana. Once there, Robyn and her siblings, mostly left to amuse themselves, grew up collecting snakes, canoeing with crocodiles and breaking in horses in the veld. In the shadow of one of Africa's worst AIDS crises, this moving, enchanting memoir is an extraordinary portrait of an unforgettable childhood.

Included are over 700 color photographs, depicting the different species of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish, while offering over 600 range maps to show their territory, along with basic information for the biology of each animal, Texas's wildlife has always played an important role in the history of human beings inhabiting the state. Although the state’s wildlife is still an important resource for human consumption, wildlife is also increasingly important in today’s culture for its intrinsic, aesthetic value. For many Texans, the age-old traditions of hunting and fishing have been replaced by a desire to simply observe wildlife and experience nature. But most Texans are largely unaware of the diversity of species inhabiting their state. This volume is intended to provide an introduction to the state’s freshwater fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. In Texas Wildlife Encyclopedia, nationally known naturalist Scott Shupe has collected information on all the native wildlife that reside in the Lone Star State. The seventh in a series of state wildlife encyclopedias, this book will be a handy, usable, layman’s guide to Texas's native wildlife. Shupe includes the size, habitat, and abundance of each species located in the state. Whether you’re a lover of the outdoors, photography, or are looking to learn more about your state, this comprehensive guide will teach you about the wonderful wildlife that covers the water, earth, and skies of Texas.

After the war with the Night Chasers, the group is left fractured and betrayed. Arjen, Julie, and Captain Williams were abandoned on Wyan, spurned by their former alien allies. Teamed with Amun the Pelosian, Arjen and his team work to repair his ship, hoping to find what became of those who crash-landed on the neighboring planet, Melinger. If they can locate the lost shuttle Mack intact, the marooned team may be able to return home and stop Robin Visser’s plan. Meanwhile, Lana, Marlow and Zane are in the space shuttle Knox, headed back to the Belt with Visser and Maynard Royal. While Marlow and Zane are confined in a cabin with baby Avani, Robin’s scheme to make Marlow the involuntary all-mother of the Belt is already underway, with Lana as a willing participant. As Marlow and Zane ruminate about what has become of their friends after the war, they have far more to fear about what lies ahead.

Dreaming the Eagle is the first part of the gloriously imagined epic trilogy of the life of Boudica. Boudica means Bringer of Victory (from the early Celtic word “boudeg”). She is the last defender of the Celtic culture in Britain; the only woman openly to lead her warriors into battle and to stand successfully against the might of Imperial Rome -- and triumph. It is 33 AD and eleven-year-old Breaca (later named Boudica), the red-haired daughter of one of the leaders of the Eceni tribe, is on the cusp between girl and womanhood. She longs to be a Dreamer, a mystical leader who can foretell the future, but having killed the man who has attacked and killed her mother, she has proven herself a warrior. Dreaming the Eagle is also the story of the two men Boudica loves most: Caradoc, outstanding warrior and inspirational leader; and Bàn, her half-brother, who longs to be a warrior, though he is manifestly a Dreamer, possibly the finest in his tribe’s history. Bàn becomes the Druid whose eventual return to the Celts is Boudica’s salvation. Dreaming the Eagle is full of brilliantly realised, luminous scenes as the narrative sweeps effortlessly from the epic -- where battle scenes are huge, bloody, and action-packed -- to the intimate. Manda Scott plunges us into the unforgettable world of tribal Britain in the years before the Roman invasion: a world of druids and dreamers and the magic of the gods where the natural world is as much a character as any of the people who live within it, a world of warriors who fight for honour as much as victory, a world of passion, courage and spectacular heroism pitched against overwhelming odds. Dreaming the Eagle stunningly recreates the roots of a story so powerful its impact has lasted through the ages.

Alex always thought love was enough to keep him and Gio together. Why did they need wedding rings or legal certificates? But now, with Gio lost in a coma after a fire has destroyed their home, his partner’s mother banishes Alex from his side. Locked in a gray limbo inside his head, memories are all Gio has left, and the urge to let go is getting stronger. Nothing can keep Alex from Gio's side, even if he has to break the rules. In their stolen moments alone together, Alex fights to reach Gio, one memory at a time. What if Alex’s voice is the only thing that can bring Gio back?

Six small town Christian romances in one volume from the USA Today Bestselling Author Laura Scott! Plan your escape to Crystal Lake! All six books in one set! Healing Her Heart - Will Gabe break his ironclad rule for her? Dr. Gabe Allen has a rule about dating colleagues but when he meets ER nurse Larissa Brockman he's tempted to break his vow. Larissa's faith draws him back to the church he'd left behind, but when their lives are on the line Gabe discovers that Larissa is the one who needs to learn about the true meaning of forgiveness. And only Gabe can help heal her heart. A Soldier's Promise - Will he trust her with his secret? Reeling from a broken engagement that resulted in a small town scandal, ER nurse Julie Crain just wants to be left alone over the Fourth of July Holiday weekend. But when single dad, Derek Ryerson and his young daughter need a place to stay to recuperate from a car accident, Julie can't ignore their plight. She knows she needs to protect her heart, but little Lexi needs love and support. Derek is the strong silent type, insisting on helping despite being injured. He seems too good to be true, and maybe he is. Because she soon realizes the former soldier has a secret that could tear them apart forever. Coming Home - Zack will do anything to protect her. Madison cop Zack Crain has kept his emotions in a deep freeze after losing his wife and his daughter. But when ER nurse Merry Haines is injured by her patient, he can't leave her to fend for herself. Especially when he discovers she's being stalked by a former boyfriend. He's determined to arrest the guy and put him behind bars where he belongs. Merry is grateful for Zack's support, but it's clear the cop doesn't want to get too close. After learning about his past, she understands why. Can she help him find his way back to love and happiness? Or will he break her heart? Worth The Wait - Can this country boy win the city girl's heart? Dr. Katy Reichert left her high stress job on the East Coast to start over in Crystal Lake Wisconsin, but she soon realizes she’s underestimated the rural tourist town. Especially when she treats DNR Game Warden Reese Webster after he’s clawed by a bear and then suffers a gunshot wound. She’s even afraid of Duke, his highly trained German shepherd. Reese knows that Katy is way out of his league, but when she narrowly escapes being run off the road, he realizes he’s inadvertently dragged her into harm’s way. Reese is determined to protect Katy, even if that means sacrificing his life—and his heart. Christmas Reunion - A safe haven for her son. Sarah Franklin is desperate to get her son safely to Crystal Lake, but driving off the road in a blizzard wasn't part of the plan. When a deputy comes to her rescue, she's stunned to recognize her summer crush, Ian Kramer. Ian Kramer doesn't understand why Sarah has come back ten years after the best summer of his life, especially in the middle of a snow storm two days before Christmas. When he discovers she's on the run from her ex-husband, Ian vows to keep Sarah and her son, safe. Second Chance - Can they save Sebastian? When Janelle’s sister dies, she doesn’t hesitate to accept custody of her nephew Sebastian. As a nurse, Sebastian’s kidney failure and dialysis isn’t too scary, but it doesn’t take long for her to feel woefully inadequate as a new mother. She’s grateful for the support of her friend, Deputy Devon Armbruster, even though he’s made it clear he’s not looking for a relationship. Devon lost his fiancée and unborn child three years ago, and watching Janelle and Sebastian only reminds him of his painful loss. Yet somehow Janelle’s love and faith makes him realize that he might be worthy of a second chance. When Sebastian is kidnapped, Devon faces the biggest challenge of his career. He must find the little boy in time to save his life, or lose his chance of having love and a family, forever. Enjoy these six small town clean and wholesome romances where the neighbors are nosey but the residents find love! Fans of Lynn Shannon, Christy Barritt and Lisa Philips will love this book!

Everyone in the River City has a secret, and sooner or later secrets always come out. A group of strangers meets at Ragazzi, an Italian restaurant, for a cooking lesson that will change them all. They quickly become intertwined in each other's lives, and a bit of magic touches each of them. Meet Dave, the consultant who lost his partner; Matteo and Diego, the couple who run the restaurant; recently-widowed Carmelina; Marcos, a web designer getting too old for hook-ups; Ben, a trans author writing the Great American Novel; teenager Marissa, kicked out for being bi; and Sam and Brad, a May-September couple who would never have gotten together without a little magic of their own.

From USA TODAY Bestselling Author Laura Scott Plan your escape to Crystal Lake! Hero In Blue Madison cop Zack Crain has kept his emotions in a deep freeze after losing his wife and his daughter. But when ER nurse Merry Haines is injured by her patient, he can't leave her to fend for herself. Especially when he discovers she's being stalked by a former boyfriend. He's determined to arrest the guy and put him behind bars where he belongs. Merry is grateful for Zack's support, but can she help him find his way back to love and happiness? Or will he break her heart? -- Read what others are saying about USA Today Bestselling Author Laura Scott: “Scott delivers distinctive characters, an appealing small-town setting, and a hint of romance. This cozy is perfect for animal lovers."--Publishers Weekly review of Dogged by Death "An entertaining cast of characters makes for a kickoff sure to please dog lovers." --Kirkus review for Dogged by Death Read the entire Crystal Lake series in order: Healing Her Heart A Soldier’s Promise Coming Home Worth the Wait Christmas Reunion Second Chance Christmas Redemption Topics: Small town romance, clean and wholesome romance, sweet romantic suspense, sweet romance, small town contemporary romance, family romance, medical romance, doctor nurse romance, contemporary suspense romance, clean family centered romance, Laura Scott books, Laura Scott romantic suspense books, emotional romance, redemption romance, finding faith romance, faith journey, medical drama, medical romance, USA today Bestselling author, USA Today, rescue romance, learning to trust again, strong women romance, damsel in distress, doctor, hospital, strong men of faith, protector, faith redeemed. Readers of Laura Scott’s books enjoyed books by: Lynette Eason, Irene Hannon, Susan Sleeman, Susan May Warren, Hallee Bridgeman, Christy Barritt, Diann Mills, Dee Henderson, Elizabeth Goddard, Terri Blackstock, Lisa Harris, Rachel Dylan, Dani Pettrey, Colleen Coble, Edie James, Terri Reed, Shirlee McCoy, Lenora Worth, Heather Woodhaven, Dana Mentink

“BITTERLY FUNNY . . . [A] SLEEK FIRST NOVEL . . . NOIR CRIME . . . HAS FOUND A STERLING NEW CHAMPION IN PHILLIPS.” –The New York Times Book Review “A FUTURE HARD-BOILED CLASSIC–TIGHT, COLD, AND CACKLING WITH IRONY. On Christmas Eve [in Wichita], a mob lawyer is skipping town with the cash. But in this boozy, neo-noir world–James M. Cain meets George V. Higgins–the best-laid plans of bagmen turn brutal.” –The Dallas Morning News “OMINOUS, ACTION-PACKED. . . This is a confident, wry debut . . . [that] may remind readers of Fargo or Pulp Fiction.” –Detroit Free Press “I SIMPLY CAN’T WAIT TO SEE WHAT SCOTT PHILLIPS WILL DO NEXT. [This] funny, tough first novel felt like it was written by an old pro, an Elmore Leonard we’ve never heard about who’s discovered a place where the criminals are really dumb, the low-lifes are oh-so-fun to watch and, if somebody just happens to get what he deserves, there’s no one to blame.” –RICHARD RUSSO Author of Straight Man “A DARKLY COMIC, SOMETIMES BRUTAL PIECE OF NOIR FICTION.” –The Denver Post Finalist for the Hammett Prize