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Exploring the intricate dimensions of human emotions, this anthology features short stories about love, ranging from forbidden affairs to enduring connections. Each narrative, set against diverse backdrops and cultures, highlights the exhilaration and challenges of romance, showcasing attraction, desire, and intimacy. Through its tantalizing tales, the collection emphasizes the transformative power of love and its potential to forge lasting connections that resonate deeply with readers.

Author Emily J. Edwards takes Viviana Valentine to new heights—and new lows—in this “firecracker of a series” (Allison Epstein), perfect for fans of Ashley Weaver and Rhys Bowen. 1950, New York. Viviana Valentine–Girl Friday turned partner to New York’s top investigator, Tommy Fortuna–is drawn into a sordid new case when Buster Beacon, a wealthy man of science, beckons them to a party at his mansion north of the city. There, Buster entertains blue-blooded friends as well as investors keen to make a dollar on the many advancements made in his home laboratory, but he’s been hearing strange noises in the night coming from his expansive estate, and he doesn’t know who to trust. Once Viviana and Tommy arrive, the party is snowed in. And suddenly, there is a dead body and nowhere to hide. Who killed the disguised federal agent in their midst? And how have details from the top-secret lab become public? Once chomping at the bit to be brought into this mysterious life, Viviana wonders if she’s ready for the risks that come with the territory—risks that rise treacherously high as the killer targets the next victim. Set in the gritty, noir world of 1950 New York City, Emily J. Edwards’s Viviana Valentine Goes Up the River packs all the elements mystery fans love: an irresistibly clever protagonist, a posh cast of heroes and villains, and a murder case that could defy even the most seasoned investigator.

New York City, 1950. Viviana Valentine and Tommy Fortuna have a lot of resolutions for the new year—whether it’s continuing to build up their detective agency or planning their wedding, the two are looking forward to the future. On their way to Times Square to celebrate, the two witness a brutal stabbing. When Tommy tries to chase down the culprit, Viviana tries her best to save the man. She’s unsuccessful, but Viviana hears his final words: a whispered apology to an unknown friend.Clues are hard to come by, with the only leads being the fraught last words and a few nondescript matchbooks in the victim’s overcoat. Their investigation is halted when Detective Jack Lawson of the New York Police Department arrives, immediately ruffling Viviana’s feathers and bumping chests with Tommy, who he nearly arrested for murder just months earlier. The two know there’s more to the story, but there are other pressing matters at hand.Clients are clamoring to get the detectives to work on their cases: a man is being blackmailed by a criminal who only writes in code, Tommy’s old friend needs his fiancée tailed, and an investment banker has mysteriously vanished. To add to their work load, Viviana knows something strange is happening at her boarding house. Will of all this—plus planning for a wedding—be too much for one Girl Friday?

Focusing on the craft of writing, this guide helps authors delve into the truths they wish to express through their narratives. It emphasizes the importance of authenticity in fictional characters and scenarios, providing insights on how to create compelling and legitimate stories. Writers are encouraged to confront their ideas and beliefs, enhancing their storytelling skills and deepening their narrative impact.

Rhia Bryant’s partnership with Jimmy Grant is an explosive affair. Considering their union to be the key to everything her adolescent heart had desired she was mortified when her lover told her he was moving to Germany to unearth a stolen painting. Unhappy with Jimmy’s wish to seek her father’s aid in his search Rhia looks to the past to help with the future.As the pathway to uncovering the painting grows darker, and her father’s own past comes to light, danger stalks her journey. To keep one step ahead of the challenges she faces, Rhia once more brings deception into the equation.The twists and turns of her personal life, forged by one Hans Parker, lead her into a year of deceit, lies, and a secret that threatens her very existence.A rollercoaster of a read that questions the fabric of life.Can a deceiver be deceived?When is the moral high ground destroyed?

You should never judge how someone chooses to raise their child. Elizabeth and Bryony are polar opposites but their unexpected friendship has always worked. They're the best of friends, and godmothers to each other's daughters - because they trust that the safety of their children is both of their top priority. But what if their choice could harm your own child? Little do they know that they differ over one very important issue. And when Bryony, afraid of being judged, tells what is supposed to be a harmless white lie before a child's birthday party, the consequences are more catastrophic than either of them could ever have imagined

Exploring the intricate connection between violence and visual media, this book encourages critical engagement from both consumers and producers. It offers a thorough examination of key theories surrounding media violence, alongside research that supports and contests these ideas. By analyzing how violent content is created and perceived, it aims to foster a deeper understanding of its impact on society.

The story follows a lost puppy named Timmy, who is rescued by Mike and brought to a shelter where he meets Penny, a compassionate caretaker with the unique ability to understand animal conversations. As Timmy grows fond of Penny and her team of volunteers, he dreams of finding a forever home. The narrative highlights themes of love, hope, and the bond between humans and animals, showcasing the importance of adoption and the special connections formed in the shelter.

Within the ranks of a beleaguered army, hearts and thoughts turn towards home. A whole generation of young men, torn asunder by ravages of war, tormented by what would become known as the 'Devil's Breath'. From the rats that scampered around the dying, to the machines of steel trampling everything under their rolling treads, to the flying bullets and double-edged bayonets, the barbed-wire fencing and blood-curdling screams, 'no man's land' became representative of hell. As the demons of war raged around them, many a young man sat with a pen between their shaking fingers to write their fears: their desperation over a life that was fading €]

Rhia Bryant embarks on a quest for freedom alongside her best friend, Jimmy Grant, navigating vibrant cities filled with both joy and sorrow. Their journey intertwines with Kurt, a protest marcher from her university days, drawing her into a hidden world that challenges her childhood dreams. As Rhia explores the complexities of life and relationships, she confronts the true essence of freedom amidst the thrill and turmoil of her experiences.