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Embark on a riveting, real-life journey through history and mystery as two intrepid sleuths uncover secrets of their great-grandmother's enigmatic life. Set in the 1930's, the narrative of this tale weaves together threads of trauma and unexpected twists, immersing you in the resilient pursuit of a woman navigating the challenges of her era with unwavering grit.

In a literary landscape saturated with predictable ghost stories and superficial historical fiction, Port Gamble: Shadows of the Sound emerges as a revelatory achievement. This meticulously researched novel transforms a real Washington lumber town into a setting where history and the supernatural intertwine with rare sophistication and emotional resonance. The narrative spans from Port Gamble's bloody founding in the 1850s to the present day, where historian Emily Walker discovers her ancestral connection to the town's supernatural legacy.

The courtroom was silent, the air thick with tension as Lila Carter locked eyes with Detective Ethan Reed across the aisle. Her brother’s fate hung in the balance, but all she could think about was the man who was both her adversary and her greatest temptation. He was relentless, confident, and maddeningly handsome—and he believed Caleb was guilty. But what if he was right? As the trial unfolded, so did their connection, fragile yet impossible to ignore. Justice was black and white, but their love was caught in the gray.

Carl Mullins is d-u-m-m, dumb. At least that's what he believes and what he tells everyone. The truth is a little more complicated. He may not be sharpest took in the shed, as they say, but there is something very special about him. He is a sigh-cat, or so his mother has told him. Carl has the unique ability to see things before they happen. It is this ability that sends him on a terrifying journey through some of the most blood thirsty organized crime syndicates in the city. Will he be able to see enough into the future to save himself or his two new friends. Only a sigh-cat can see.

Meet Elizabeth. She’s unruly — the kind of child you’d find playing in a train yard, or climbing trees. She has a secret, a hidden place where she stashes found objects and hides from scary monsters. An 11-year-old with uneven bangs and a grand imagination, Elizabeth sees the world as she needs it to be and makes the real unreal; a proper skill to have when born into a family cursed with hard realities. She hopes to reach the age of 12, leave Catholic school and her nemesis Sister Mary Paul behind. But before that can happen, she needs to make a change in her world.

Criminal Plague deeply dives into who Michelle Hartmann is, what she's done, how it all happened and why she became the woman she is today. The story of an unapologetic, merciless, privileged and now disgraced lawyer.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of caring for a loved one with Dementia?

Balancing work, personal life, and caregiving's intense emotional and physical challenges can seem impossible. But you don't have to face it alone.

What Sets Dementia Decoded Apart?

Unlike other guides, this is explicitly tailored to caregivers' unique needs. Each chapter addresses both the practical and emotional aspects of dementia care. Whether you're new to caregiving or looking for advanced strategies, this book is your essential companion in navigating the complexities of Dementia.

After surviving a horrendous crash, Abigail and Jackson seek a peaceful getaway with their old friends. Joining them is Marc, recently returned from war, hoping for some much-needed rest and reconnection. But their tranquil vacation quickly descends into a living nightmare. Stranded and isolated, the group faces terrifying challenges, questioning their reality and fearing they might be the next test subject of a sinister government plot. What happens when reality is stripped away and all that remains is each person’s inner most fears?