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Divided by Color supplies the reasons for this division, showing that racial resentment continues to exist. Despite a parade of recent books optimistically touting the demise of racial hostility in the United States, the authors marshal a wealth of the most current and comprehensive evidence available to prove their case.

What an intensely divisive election portends for American politics The year 2020 was a tumultuous time in American politics. It brought a global pandemic, protests for racial justice, and a razor-thin presidential election outcome. It culminated in an attack on the U.S. Capitol that attempted to deny Joe Biden’s victory. The Bitter End explores the long-term trends and short-term shocks that shaped this dramatic year and what these changes could mean for the future. John Sides, Chris Tausanovitch, and Lynn Vavreck demonstrate that Trump’s presidency intensified the partisan politics of the previous decades and the identity politics of the 2016 election. Presidential elections have become calcified, with less chance of big swings in either party’s favor. Republicans remained loyal to Trump and kept the election close, despite Trump’s many scandals, a recession, and the pandemic. But in a narrowly divided electorate even small changes can have big consequences. The pandemic was a case in point: when Trump pushed to reopen the country even as infections mounted, support for Biden increased. The authors explain that, paradoxically, even as Biden’s win came at a time of heightened party loyalty, there remained room for shifts that shaped the election’s outcome. Ultimately, the events of 2020 showed that instead of the country coming together to face national challenges—the pandemic, George Floyd’s murder, and the Capitol riot—these challenges only reinforced divisions. Expertly chronicling the tensions of an election that came to an explosive finish, The Bitter End presents a detailed account of a year of crises and the dangerous direction in which the country is headed.

An analysis of Americans' environmental concerns and their willingness to translate their beliefs into action.

In 'Atlantic Narratives: Modern Short Stories', Charles Caldwell Dobie and his esteemed contemporaries present a selection of poignant tales that capture the complexities of the human experience. The anthology features an assemblage of literary voices from the early twentieth century, offering insights into the cultural and social paradigms of the era. The book's narrative style ranges from naturalistic to experimental, reflecting the diverse approaches to storytelling and the evolution of the short story form. Set within the broader context of modernist literature, these stories are not merely entertainment but a mosaic of the prevailing sentiments, challenges, and aspirations of their time. Charles Caldwell Dobie is renowned for his keen observations and portrayal of urban life. In this anthology, Dobie, along with his contemporaries such as John Galsworthy and E. Nesbit, frequently explores themes of social change, class, and human connection. Dobie's own life and experiences in the bustling cityscapes undoubtedly influenced his editorial selections, providing readers with vignettes that are as illuminating and thought-provoking now as they were at the time of their original publication. His role as a curator and contributor to this collection underscores his commitment to the craft of short story writing and the documentation of social narratives. This special edition from DigiCat Publishing is a tribute to the enduring legacy of classic literature and the shared human condition. 'Atlantic Narratives: Modern Short Stories' is recommended for literary scholars, enthusiasts of early 20th-century fiction, and anyone interested in the art of the short story. With its wide array of authors and themes, the anthology is an essential addition to any collection, providing a lens through which to view the past and reflect on the timeless aspects of life that continue to resonate with readers today.

HOPE LANG BELIEVES IN LOVE... Not an arranged marriage to a man she's never met. Hope scorns such old-fashioned ideas, until she meets the man she once refused as her groom. Soon she's falling for the rugged yet caring Irishman. Ian McGrae's determined to make a success of his new Florida homestead--not grapple with the woman who rejected him. But when the ownership of his land is disputed, Hope works by his side to uncover the threat. As Ian gets to know Hope, he finds she's his perfect match. And if they can forgive and forget the past, they just might have a future together.

Cincinnati homicide detective and single mother Sonora Blair puts everything on the line as she battles to find justice after a multiple-murder home invasion At a house at the end of a cul-de-sac in the Cincinnati suburbs, widowed Police Specialist Sonora Blair and her partner, Sam Delarosa, discover the bodies of Carl Stinnet and two children. Hiding under the bed in the master bedroom is Carl’s wife, Joy. The dying mother holds her unharmed infant daughter and keeps repeating the Hail Mary, claiming “the Angel” saved them. Joy’s deathbed assertion that she saw two men and the Angel—along with differences in the victims’ manners of death—make Sonora believe there were multiple killers. Two suspects are found and arrested, but Sonora doesn’t get closure. She’s sure there was a third person in that horrific crime scene, and she can’t stop working the case, even after she’s warned to walk away. Amid concerns about her own son and daughter, and her certainty that she’ll never sleep soundly again, Sonora prepares to confront a murderer who’s about to collect on one last IOU. The Debt Collector is the 4th book in the Sonora Blair Mysteries, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order.

Married with a young son, Maci Malone Ramsey has a stable and secure life…until her husband, a prominent physician, is arrested in connection with the death of one of his patients. The case against Dr. Seymour Ramsey appears cut-and-dried—especially when Maci learns of her husband’s prescription drug habit. In desperation, the couple calls in Seymour’s estranged son, Holt, a brilliant attorney. Although Holt loathes his father, he agrees to meet with them—and Maci’s world explodes. Two years ago,Maci and Holt shared a night of unforgettable passion in paradise, never learning each other’s real name, never planning to see one another again. Now they are walking a tightrope of raw, dizzying emotion, devastating secrets and divided loyalties—with Maci’s future on the line.

Although much of today’s literature offers snappy, fantastical plots, Torn Threads stands out as an expansive and descriptive historical journey. It follows an unforgettable character through 35 years of emotional, sweeping changes brought about by war and by circumstance. Beginning in pre-war England in 1931, the story chronicles the life of Doreen Bailey, first as she comes to terms with leaving a monastic life. Then, her new pursuits are interrupted by the events of World War II. Her husband enlists in The Royal Navy, and soon their daughter is evacuated to the countryside. Their lives take divergent paths, changing forever. This is an historical narrative that includes real and significant war events, yet the story doesn’t end in 1945. It deftly crosses the ocean and picks up in America, where perhaps the characters face their truest tests of courage and persistence. Their stories will grip you from the beginning and stay in your memory long after finishing the book.

When her parents' fortune is stolen in a shady wire transfer, savvy and determined Dory Lambert vows to clear the family name and recover their wealth, but her plans are thrown into turmoil by the return of her childhood crush, Chase McKay, the son of the family chauffeur, who had once been caught in a compromising position with her gorgeous sister. Original.