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Living in Italy - A true story about life in Italy by Stef Smulders is an engaging and insightful memoir that takes readers on a journey through the author's experiences of relocating to Italy with his partner, Nico. From navigating the intricacies of Italian bureaucracy to adapting to the country's vibrant culture, Smulders shares his candid observations and amusing anecdotes about life as an expat in Italy. "a greatly entertaining story. Fans of short stories, humor, travel, and different cultures will all find something endearing to take away from this impressive five-star read" Readerviews Through his vivid storytelling, Smulders paints a vivid picture of the joys and challenges of living in a foreign country. From sampling delicious Italian cuisine to exploring the country's picturesque landscapes, Living in Italy offers a glimpse into the heart and soul of Italy, and the beauty of the Italian way of life. Perfect for anyone who has ever dreamed of packing up and moving to Italy, Living in Italy is a must-read for expats, travel enthusiasts, and anyone who loves a good memoir. With its charming writing style and engaging narrative, this book is sure to captivate and inspire readers, offering a unique and personal perspective on the joys and complexities of life in Italy. And for those interested in practical advice on how to buy a house in Italy there is useful information along the way, pleasantly presented within the short stories. Glossary of Italian words included! Learn the true meaning of Italian phrases and expressions like "non ci sono problemi", "di fiducia", "persone serie", "tutto a norma" and many more. Learn a bit of the foreign language before going to Italy. Recognition: Reader Views 2016/17 Literary Awards Winner Readers Favorite 2017 Award Winner Travel category Eric Hoffer Award Finalist IAN Book of the Year Finalist Travel &; Humor/Comedy/Satire categories 2017 ELIT Award Winner Travel category

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In 1700, Latin America and British North America were roughly equal in economic terms. Yet over the next three centuries, the United States gradually pulled away, and today the gap is huge. Why did this happen? Was it culture? Geography? Economic policies? Natural resources? Differences in political development? The question has occupied scholars for decades, and the debate remains a hot one. In Falling Behind, Francis Fukuyama, acclaimed author of The End of History and America at the Crossroads, gathers together some of the world's leading scholars on the subject to explain the nature of the gap and how it came to be. Tracing the histories of development over the past four hundred years and focusing in particular on the policies of the last fifty years, the contributors conclude that while many factors are important, economic policies and political systems are at the root of the divide. Interestingly, while the gap is deeply rooted in history, they show that there have been times when it closed a bit as a consequence of policies chosen in places ranging from Chile to Argentina. Bringing to light these policy success stories, Fukuyama and the contributors offer a way forward for Latin American nations, to improve their prospects for economic growth and stable political development. Given that so many attribute the gap to either vast cultural differences or the consequences of U.S. economic domination, Falling Behind is sure to stir debate. And, given the importance of the subject in light of economic globalization and the immigration debate, its expansive, in-depth portrait of the hemispheres development will be a welcome addition to the conversation.

Josh moved from the huge San Antonio pack to join the men at Cloverleah looking for a bit more adventure, and the chance to meet his mate. He's quick to adapt to the much smaller pack, and even his status as one of the few beta wolves in a group full of Alphas. A chance visit from the Atlanta coven has him meeting the man he was waiting for. It was just a damn shame he was unconscious at the time. Vadim D'Arcy should be the Regent of the Atlanta coven, but he gave up his position years before when a personal tragedy had him hiding away in his huge mansion. Forced into a situation where he had to escort a cursed vampire to Cloverleah, he realizes pretty quickly that Josh is his true match. The only problem is, he doesn't want one. However threats on the pack, and two interfering Fae soon nudge the two men back together. Fighting other wolves, and even vampires is becoming commonplace for the Cloverleah pack. But a dark magic user just might have the last laugh. Can Vadim fight his personal demons long enough to keep his mate safe, and will Josh be there for him when he does? Or will a combined attack from the coven and the pack in Atlanta bring the entire Cloverleah pack to its knees? Warnings: This is an m/m erotic romance featuring a sweet but staunch beta wolf, an old as sin vampire and all your other favorites from Cloverleah. HEA and no cliff hangers guaranteed.

'Lively and at times harrowing' New York Times 'Unvarnished' Rolling Stone 'Candor and intelligence thread throughout her memoir ... Applegate evokes the hijinks of fame - there are more celebrity cameos here than in a Josh Safdie film - as well as her journey through chronic illness' Time 'Blunt ... without a filter ... not a safe, prim thing. It's raw and angry, lyrical and funny, and more than a bit dangerous. [Christina Applegate] charts the personal and career ups and downs of a veteran Hollywood comic actor with a rawness rarely found in today's memoirs...' Washington Post 'Christina Applegate has written the most devastating celebrity memoir of the year' Independent Unflinchingly honest and darkly funny, You with the Sad Eyes unveils a side of Christina Applegate we've never seen, forever cementing her formidable and iconoclastic legacy. Christina Applegate came of age on sets and stages, expected to be on time, with lines learned, ready for lights-camera-action. What started as a financial necessity soon became an emotional escape from a tumultuous home life in the infamous Laurel Canyon scene of the 70s and 80s. She rocketed to stardom on the sitcom Married...with Children and went on to captivate audiences in classics like Don't Tell Mom the Babysitters Dead..., Anchorman, and Dead to Me in her five-decade long career. Then it all stopped. A Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis in 2021 confined her to a king-sized bed and the company of memories she'd rather forget: memories of the self-doubt and body dysmorphia that stalked her meteoric rise, of her mother's fight against addiction and abuse after her father left, and of the tax life had taken on her body and mind that was suddenly coming due. Now, at her most intimate and vulnerable, she unveils a story not even those closest to her fully know. She returns to the diaries she kept her whole life, finding the pain matched by joy, the losses mitigated by the extraordinary, and the weight of life lifted by her unrelenting belief that something greater lay ahead. No longer willing to lock herself away and with the perspective only our own mortality can bring, she knew it was imperative to tell it all. You with the Sad Eyes presents a remarkable woman and her legacy. In her own words, "I truly believe that books can make people feel less alone. That's why I'm doing this. You with the Sad Eyes won't be some big violin scratching for my life. But it will be real. It will be filled with the ups and downs, the humor and grief of life. So here I am. Real me. Lots to say."

"A great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) TREASURE AND TREACHERY (A LACEY DOYLE COZY MYSTERY—BOOK 15) is the fifteenth book in a charming new cozy mystery series which begins with MURDER IN THE MANOR (Book #1), a #1 Bestseller with over 100 five-star reviews—and a free download! Lacey Doyle, 39 years old and freshly divorced, made a drastic change when she walked away from the fast life of New York City and settled down in the quaint English seaside town of Wilfordshire. Now with a new relationship and a blossoming business, it looks like Lacey has the life she always dreamed of. When Lacey acquires a peculiar sundial from a mysterious seller, it casts a deadly shadow over Wilfordshire. With the local archaeologist who offered to examine it found murdered at an excavation site, can Lacey dig up the truth about a lost medieval treasure before time runs out for the next victim—or herself? Immerse yourself in the charming world of the Lacey Doyle series, where warmth intertwines with witty amusement and whimsical peculiarities. With expert craftsmanship, the series stitches together soft chuckles, heartfelt emotions, and unexpected plot turns. Be prepared to be charmed by a lovable protagonist who's sure to ensnare your heart and keep you engrossed until the early morning light. Future books in the series are also available! "Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!" --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor) "The story line wasn't just a who done it, but had a story about her life and romance, including village life. Very entertaining." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "It has endearing and sometimes quirky characters, a plot that keeps you reading and the right amount of romance. I can't wait to start book two!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever) "A bit of romance and a very determined woman! I have read many of Fiona Grace's novels and loved every one of them—this was no exception. I am looking forward to reading the rest of this new series!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, With You)

"A great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) FATE OF THE FABERGE (A LACEY DOYLE COZY MYSTERY—BOOK 11) is the eleventh book in a charming new cozy mystery series which begins with MURDER IN THE MANOR (Book #1), a #1 Bestseller with over 100 five-star reviews—and a free download! Lacey Doyle, 39 years old and freshly divorced, made a drastic change when she walked away from the fast life of New York City and settled down in the quaint English seaside town of Wilfordshire. Now with a new relationship and a blossoming business, it looks like Lacey has the life she always dreamed of. But when Lacey receives a Fabergé egg on consignment, she never expects it to hatch a murder plot. Now, with a dead curator and whispers of forgery swirling through the salty air, Lacey must piece together an enigmatic puzzle before the killer cracks their next victim! Immerse yourself in the charming world of the Lacey Doyle series, where warmth intertwines with witty amusement and whimsical peculiarities. With expert craftsmanship, the series stitches together soft chuckles, heartfelt emotions, and unexpected plot turns. Be prepared to be charmed by a lovable protagonist who's sure to ensnare your heart and keep you engrossed until the early morning light. Future books in the series are also available! "Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!" --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor) "The story line wasn't just a who done it, but had a story about her life and romance, including village life. Very entertaining." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "It has endearing and sometimes quirky characters, a plot that keeps you reading and the right amount of romance. I can't wait to start book two!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever) "A bit of romance and a very determined woman! I have read many of Fiona Grace's novels and loved every one of them—this was no exception. I am looking forward to reading the rest of this new series!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, With You)

"A great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) VOLUMES OF VENGEANCE (A LACEY DOYLE COZY MYSTERY—BOOK 14) is the fourteenth book in a charming new cozy mystery series which begins with MURDER IN THE MANOR (Book #1), a #1 Bestseller with over 100 five-star reviews—and a free download! Lacey Doyle, 39 years old and freshly divorced, made a drastic change when she walked away from the fast life of New York City and settled down in the quaint English seaside town of Wilfordshire. Now with a new relationship and a blossoming business, it looks like Lacey has the life she always dreamed of. When Lacey's discovery of a rare first-edition Jane Austen novel catches the eye of a visiting literature professor, she never expects it to lead to murder. With the professor dead and a found forgery threatening to destroy reputations across the antiquarian book world, can Lacey uncover the truth before the killer writes their final chapter? Immerse yourself in the charming world of the Lacey Doyle series, where warmth intertwines with witty amusement and whimsical peculiarities. With expert craftsmanship, the series stitches together soft chuckles, heartfelt emotions, and unexpected plot turns. Be prepared to be charmed by a lovable protagonist who's sure to ensnare your heart and keep you engrossed until the early morning light. Future books in the series are also available! "Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!" --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor) "The story line wasn't just a who done it, but had a story about her life and romance, including village life. Very entertaining." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "It has endearing and sometimes quirky characters, a plot that keeps you reading and the right amount of romance. I can't wait to start book two!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever) "A bit of romance and a very determined woman! I have read many of Fiona Grace's novels and loved every one of them—this was no exception. I am looking forward to reading the rest of this new series!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, With You)

'THE BOOK OF THE SUMMER' Mick Herron A GOOD MORNING AMERICA PICK FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF NORTH WOODS 'This is, simply put, a JOYFUL book - and the deeper you dig, the more joyful it becomes' Guardian 'Very FUNNY . . . a PERFECT SUMMER ESCAPE . . . as tasty and oddly shaped as an organic apple' Financial Times 'Mason deftly delivers larks aplenty, POIGNANCY, gentle satire and some top-tier farce. Be warned that the latter may cause you to spontaneously erupt with mirth in public places. This book DISPELS GLOOM: go for it' Irish Times 'There's genuine ENCHANTMENT in this earthy tale of city folk transplanted to rural New England . . . It's a WARM and delightfully whimsy free take on fables and family' Mail on Sunday 'A CHARMING book about ambition, marriage and country living' Sunday Times Style 'VIRTUOSIC' R4 Front Row 'LYRICAL and JOYFUL' Sarah Jessica Parker 'Told with WARMTH and WIT, Mason's prose shimmers in this immersive ode to stories, to the land, and its people' Lucy Steeds, author of The Artist 'A book to make the world feel a little LIGHTER, a little warmer' Ron Charles Miles Krzelewski is a devoted husband, a doting father beloved for his outlandish bedtime stories, and the proud owner of a truffle-hunting dog in a land with no truffles. He is also a bit lost, twelve years late with his PhD on Russian folktales and increasingly haunted by a sense that he's become a disappointment to his family. So when his wife Kate accepts a visiting professorship at a prestigious college in the far away forests of Vermont, he decides that this will be the year to finally move forward with his life. But Miles is a man of many enthusiasms, who possesses, in Kate's, words, 'a great capacity to fall in with anyone, anywhere'. Soon he finds himself entangled with a cast of characters as colorful as those of any of his folktales - from a ghostly tree surgeon, to a scythe-mad biochemist, a Shakespearean temptress, and a photographer of snowflakes - until at last he stumbles upon a bizarre local legend, which, he begins to suspect, might not be a legend at all. A FAMILY'S NEW BEGINNING. THE LOCAL'S OLDEST LEGEND. Praise for Daniel Mason 'A virtuoso' Mail on Sunday 'Has the born storyteller's gift' Daily Mail 'Genius' Washington Post 'Brave and original' Guardian 'Never fails to surprise and delight' Sunday Times 'Teases out the joy and meaning in the sometimes small lives of his characters' The Times 'Shows us what is possible when a writer lets his hair down' Financial Times

"A great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) MAYHEM AND MUSIC (A LACEY DOYLE COZY MYSTERY—BOOK 10) is the tenth book in a charming new cozy mystery series which begins with MURDER IN THE MANOR (Book #1), a #1 Bestseller with over 100 five-star reviews—and a free download! Lacey Doyle, 39 years old and freshly divorced, made a drastic change when she walked away from the fast life of New York City and settled down in the quaint English seaside town of Wilfordshire. Now with a new relationship and a blossoming business, it looks like Lacey has the life she always dreamed of. But when Lacey unearths a haunted Victorian music box with a sinister past, her peaceful antique shop becomes the center of a deadly melody. As she deciphers the box's potential connection to a string of unsolved murders, Lacey must act swiftly if she hopes to catch a killer playing for keeps. Immerse yourself in the charming world of the Lacey Doyle series, where warmth intertwines with witty amusement and whimsical peculiarities. With expert craftsmanship, the series stitches together soft chuckles, heartfelt emotions, and unexpected plot turns. Be prepared to be charmed by a lovable protagonist who's sure to ensnare your heart and keep you engrossed until the early morning light. Future books in the series are also available! "Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!" --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor) "The story line wasn't just a who done it, but had a story about her life and romance, including village life. Very entertaining." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "It has endearing and sometimes quirky characters, a plot that keeps you reading and the right amount of romance. I can't wait to start book two!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever) "A bit of romance and a very determined woman! I have read many of Fiona Grace's novels and loved every one of them—this was no exception. I am looking forward to reading the rest of this new series!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, With You)

"A great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery."--Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) BROOCH AND BETRAYAL (A LACEY DOYLE COZY MYSTERY—BOOK 16) is the sixteenth book in a charming new cozy mystery series which begins with MURDER IN THE MANOR (Book #1), a #1 Bestseller with over 100 five-star reviews—and a free download!Lacey Doyle, 39 years old and freshly divorced, made a drastic change when she walked away from the fast life of New York City and settled down in the quaint English seaside town of Wilfordshire. Now with a new relationship and a blossoming business, it looks like Lacey has the life she always dreamed of.But after Lacey discovers a unique Celtic brooch at the winter antiques fair, its seller ends up frozen to death in the harbor. She soon learns that this brooch harbors ancient secrets of its own—secrets that someone will kill to keep from getting out. Can she unravel the chilling truth before the killer's cold heart claims another victim?Immerse yourself in the charming world of the Lacey Doyle series, where warmth intertwines with witty amusement and whimsical peculiarities. With expert craftsmanship, the series stitches together soft chuckles, heartfelt emotions, and unexpected plot turns. Be prepared to be charmed by a lovable protagonist who's sure to ensnare your heart and keep you engrossed until the early morning light.Future books in the series are also available!"Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!"--Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor) "The story line wasn't just a who done it, but had a story about her life and romance, including village life. Very entertaining."--Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "It has endearing and sometimes quirky characters, a plot that keeps you reading and the right amount of romance. I can't wait to start book two!"--Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery."--Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!"--Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever) "A bit of romance and a very determined woman! I have read many of Fiona Grace's novels and loved every one of them—this was no exception. I am looking forward to reading the rest of this new series!"--Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, With You)

A grand baronial house on Loch Ness, a quirky small-town bookseller, and a single mom looking for a fresh start all come together in this witty and warm-hearted contemporary women's fiction novel by New York Times bestselling author Jenny Colgan. Desperate to escape from London, single mother Zoe wants to build a new life for herself and her four year old son Hari. She can barely afford the crammed studio apartment on a busy street where shouting football fans keep them awake all night. Hari's dad, Jaz, a charismatic but perpetually broke DJ, is no help at all. But his sister Surinder comes to Zoe's aid, hooking her up with a job as far away from the urban crush as possible: a bookshop on the banks of Loch Ness. And there's a second job to cover housing: Zoe will be an au pair for three children at a genuine castle in the Scottish Highlands. But while Scotland is everything Zoe dreamed of-clear skies, brisk fresh air, blessed quiet-everything else is a bit of a mess. The Urquart family castle is grand, but crumbling, the childrens' grumpy single dad is a wreck, and the kids have been kicked out of school and left to their own devices. Zoe has her work cut out for her, and is determined to rise to the challenge, especially when she sees how happily Hari has taken to their new home. With the help of Nina, the friendly local bookseller, Zoe begins to put down roots in the small-town community. In this heartwarming story of a found family, are books, fresh air, and kindness enough to heal this broken family-and her own...?

"A great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery."--Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) BROOCH AND BETRAYAL (A LACEY DOYLE COZY MYSTERY—BOOK 16) is the sixteenth book in a charming new cozy mystery series which begins with MURDER IN THE MANOR (Book #1), a #1 Bestseller with over 100 five-star reviews—and a free download!Lacey Doyle, 39 years old and freshly divorced, made a drastic change when she walked away from the fast life of New York City and settled down in the quaint English seaside town of Wilfordshire. Now with a new relationship and a blossoming business, it looks like Lacey has the life she always dreamed of.But after Lacey discovers a unique Celtic brooch at the winter antiques fair, its seller ends up frozen to death in the harbor. She soon learns that this brooch harbors ancient secrets of its own—secrets that someone will kill to keep from getting out. Can she unravel the chilling truth before the killer's cold heart claims another victim?Immerse yourself in the charming world of the Lacey Doyle series, where warmth intertwines with witty amusement and whimsical peculiarities. With expert craftsmanship, the series stitches together soft chuckles, heartfelt emotions, and unexpected plot turns. Be prepared to be charmed by a lovable protagonist who's sure to ensnare your heart and keep you engrossed until the early morning light.Future books in the series are also available!"Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!"--Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor) "The story line wasn't just a who done it, but had a story about her life and romance, including village life. Very entertaining."--Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "It has endearing and sometimes quirky characters, a plot that keeps you reading and the right amount of romance. I can't wait to start book two!"--Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery."--Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!"--Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever) "A bit of romance and a very determined woman! I have read many of Fiona Grace's novels and loved every one of them—this was no exception. I am looking forward to reading the rest of this new series!"--Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, With You)

'Coming off the back of binge-watching the Off Campus series, Hit or Miss was honestly the PERFECT remedy, and I absolutely ate this up. Like consumed. Devoured. Left no crumbs' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Absolute perfection. No Notes' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'The chemistry is fire' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I'm literally obsessed' ¿¿¿¿¿ ¿¿¿¿He's a player. And she's the goal...¿¿¿¿ Ethan Taylor is unbeatable on and off the field. Being the star of the Marshall College soccer team - and hot as hell - has its perks. But when tragedy strikes, Ethan flies straight out of South Carolina and to the intimidating halls of Hemden University, where even his Southern charm can't melt the stiff British upper lips... Mia Meyers has never had much luck with people. Having always been a bookish wallflower, junior year abroad could be her one chance to step into the spotlight. So, when Mia realises that she's not the onlystudent from Marshall across the pond this year, she is determined that no one will get in the way of her new life - not even Ethan Taylor. But why is it that Ethan's infuriatingly sexy green eyes can't stop staring at her, and why doesn't she want him to look away? They may be far from friends at home, but under the spires of Hemden, could this striker score her heart? Perfect for fans of: ¿Sporty MMC x bookish FMC ¿Men that YEARN. ¿College romances ¿ M&S picky bits ¿¿¿¿¿¿Forced proximity (and they were ROOMMATES) ¿Love triangles ¿¿Spice Readers are OBSESSED with Hit Or Miss : 'Hit or Miss has the slow burn and the swoon I love in a romance - with lots of M&S references that are essential for us Brits' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'The perfect mix of college romance chaos, tension filled banter, and a surprising amount of emotional depth underneath all the flirting and sparks' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A perfect college romance' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I was laughing out loud by page three' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'When I say I devoured this, I meant it' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'LOVED IT!!!' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'The ultimate jock-meets-quiet-girl romance - heart-warming, swoony, with a pinch of spice' ¿¿¿¿¿ Your favourite romance authors think Elle Kelk is a HIT: 'Smart, funny, and so sohot' ALI HAZELWOOD 'Will leave you swooning, smiling, and screeching for more' B.K. BORISON 'Everything I love in a college romance' BAL KHABRA 'Irresistibly sexy and sweet' CHRISTINA LAUREN 'Elle Kelk could write anything and I'd read it in a heartbeat' SANGU MANDANNA 'I kicked my feet up and read this book in a single, glorious afternoon' ALICIA THOMPSON 'Hit or Miss is sexy, real, and witty. Elle Kelk wrote a college romance that will make you laugh out loud and pull at your heartstrings' JOSS RICHARD 'A million out of ten from me' LUCY VINE

'Coming off the back of binge-watching the Off Campus series, Hit or Miss was honestly the PERFECT remedy, and I absolutely ate this up. Like consumed. Devoured. Left no crumbs' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Absolute perfection. No Notes' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'The chemistry is fire' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I'm literally obsessed' ¿¿¿¿¿ ¿¿¿¿He's a player. And she's the goal...¿¿¿¿ Ethan Taylor is unbeatable on and off the field. Being the star of the Marshall College soccer team - and hot as hell - has its perks. But when tragedy strikes, Ethan flies straight out of South Carolina and to the intimidating halls of Hemden University, where even his Southern charm can't melt the stiff British upper lips... Mia Meyers has never had much luck with people. Having always been a bookish wallflower, junior year abroad could be her one chance to step into the spotlight. So, when Mia realises that she's not the onlystudent from Marshall across the pond this year, she is determined that no one will get in the way of her new life - not even Ethan Taylor. But why is it that Ethan's infuriatingly sexy green eyes can't stop staring at her, and why doesn't she want him to look away? They may be far from friends at home, but under the spires of Hemden, could this striker score her heart? Perfect for fans of: ¿Sporty MMC x bookish FMC ¿Men that YEARN. ¿College romances ¿ M&S picky bits ¿¿¿¿¿¿Forced proximity (and they were ROOMMATES) ¿Love triangles ¿¿Spice Readers are OBSESSED with Hit Or Miss : 'Hit or Miss has the slow burn and the swoon I love in a romance - with lots of M&S references that are essential for us Brits' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'The perfect mix of college romance chaos, tension filled banter, and a surprising amount of emotional depth underneath all the flirting and sparks' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A perfect college romance' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I was laughing out loud by page three' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'When I say I devoured this, I meant it' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'LOVED IT!!!' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'The ultimate jock-meets-quiet-girl romance - heart-warming, swoony, with a pinch of spice' ¿¿¿¿¿ Your favourite romance authors think Elle Kelk is a HIT: 'Smart, funny, and so sohot' ALI HAZELWOOD 'Will leave you swooning, smiling, and screeching for more' B.K. BORISON 'Everything I love in a college romance' BAL KHABRA 'Irresistibly sexy and sweet' CHRISTINA LAUREN 'Elle Kelk could write anything and I'd read it in a heartbeat' SANGU MANDANNA 'I kicked my feet up and read this book in a single, glorious afternoon' ALICIA THOMPSON 'Hit or Miss is sexy, real, and witty. Elle Kelk wrote a college romance that will make you laugh out loud and pull at your heartstrings' JOSS RICHARD 'A million out of ten from me' LUCY VINE

"A great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) MALICE IN THE MIRROR (A LACEY DOYLE COZY MYSTERY—BOOK 13) is the thirteenth book in a charming new cozy mystery series which begins with MURDER IN THE MANOR (Book #1), a #1 Bestseller with over 100 five-star reviews—and a free download! Lacey Doyle, 39 years old and freshly divorced, made a drastic change when she walked away from the fast life of New York City and settled down in the quaint English seaside town of Wilfordshire. Now with a new relationship and a blossoming business, it looks like Lacey has the life she always dreamed of. But when a mirror's gleam lures Lacey into a murderous puzzle, she discovers its reflection hides secrets someone will kill to keep. With time ticking down, can Lacey outwit a cunning killer desperate to shatter the hidden truth? Immerse yourself in the charming world of the Lacey Doyle series, where warmth intertwines with witty amusement and whimsical peculiarities. With expert craftsmanship, the series stitches together soft chuckles, heartfelt emotions, and unexpected plot turns. Be prepared to be charmed by a lovable protagonist who's sure to ensnare your heart and keep you engrossed until the early morning light. Future books in the series are also available! "Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!" --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor) "The story line wasn't just a who done it, but had a story about her life and romance, including village life. Very entertaining." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "It has endearing and sometimes quirky characters, a plot that keeps you reading and the right amount of romance. I can't wait to start book two!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever) "A bit of romance and a very determined woman! I have read many of Fiona Grace's novels and loved every one of them—this was no exception. I am looking forward to reading the rest of this new series!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, With You)

"A great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) SCANDAL OF THE SEASIDE (A LACEY DOYLE COZY MYSTERY—BOOK 12) is the twelfth book in a charming new cozy mystery series which begins with MURDER IN THE MANOR (Book #1), a #1 Bestseller with over 100 five-star reviews—and a free download! Lacey Doyle, 39 years old and freshly divorced, made a drastic change when she walked away from the fast life of New York City and settled down in the quaint English seaside town of Wilfordshire. Now with a new relationship and a blossoming business, it looks like Lacey has the life she always dreamed of. But Lacey could never predict that purchasing an ancient pirate's compass would throw her off-course into deadly waters. The murder of its authenticator exposes sinister undercurrents among the town's founding families, compelling Lacey to solve this maritime mystery before she's forced to abandon ship—permanently! Immerse yourself in the charming world of the Lacey Doyle series, where warmth intertwines with witty amusement and whimsical peculiarities. With expert craftsmanship, the series stitches together soft chuckles, heartfelt emotions, and unexpected plot turns. Be prepared to be charmed by a lovable protagonist who's sure to ensnare your heart and keep you engrossed until the early morning light. Future books in the series are also available! "Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!" --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor) "The story line wasn't just a who done it, but had a story about her life and romance, including village life. Very entertaining." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "It has endearing and sometimes quirky characters, a plot that keeps you reading and the right amount of romance. I can't wait to start book two!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery." --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) "This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever) "A bit of romance and a very determined woman! I have read many of Fiona Grace's novels and loved every one of them—this was no exception. I am looking forward to reading the rest of this new series!" --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, With You)

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A bastard prince A fiery beauty A star-crossed love that will bleed through the realms... For over thirty years, the city of Seboia has barricaded itself against the Gods Cursed kingdom of Brecca and their monstrous creations. Now, the Soulless' numbers are swelling and their attacks are rising in frequency - an ominous prelude for the darkness sure to come. Captain of the Guard, Darius, must remain focused in his duty to protect his kingdom. But when a group of foreigners arrive in Seboia, their alluring leader becomes an unwanted distraction. A scarred beauty with a sharp mind and even sharper tongue, Lena rouses an all-consuming hunger within the Fire Immortal. A hunger he fears only she can satisfy. Lena has traveled to Seboia for one purpose and one purpose alone. But when she discovers the Gods' influence rooted within the very souls of its people, and meets the surly Captain who awakens long suppressed needs, she finds herself helplessly veering away from her sacred path. As their enemies close in, Lena and Darius are thrown together by forces outside their control. And unless they can find a way to trust each other - and tame the desire scorching through their veins - their passion will set the kingdom ablaze in blood and flames. Featuring a fierce heroine, an alpha immortal, and a quirky cast of fae and shifters, To Bleed A Kingdom is the first book in an addictively sexy, action packed, dark fantasy series. Authors Note: Although To Bleed A Kingdom is humorous, fun, and a bit quirky, it also contains dark and violent elements that may be difficult for some. For CWs, please reference the author's website.

San Francisco trembles under a wave of brutal murders, and every chilling clue points to one man: Orlando, the fiercely private, gruff bouncer of Scanguards' night club, Mezzanine. Accused of unspeakable acts, the vampire is now hunted by his own kind. But Isabelle, Samson and Delilah's fierce hybrid daughter, refuses to believe in his guilt. Driven by an unshakeable conviction, she fights to clear his name. Yet, a shattering revelation from Orlando's past threatens to shatter her trust, even as he desperately tries to push her away, terrified of once again losing everything he loves. As they plunge into the city's dark underbelly, hunting for the true killer, a dangerous truth emerges: they can trust no one but each other. With every step closer to the truth, they're forced to strip bare their deepest fears and open their hearts to a primal connection, knowing that only together can they expose the real monster and save Orlando from a fate worse than death. ABOUT THE SERIES The Scanguards Vampires series is full of fast-paced action, scorching love scenes, witty dialogue, and strong heroes and heroines. Vampire Samson Woodford lives in San Francisco and owns a security/bodyguard company, Scanguards, which employs both vampires and humans. And eventually some witches. Throw in a few immortal guardians and demons later in the series, and you'll get the drift! Each book can be read as a standalone and always centers around a new couple finding love, but the series is more enjoyable when read in order. And of course, there are always a few running jokes - you'll understand when you meet Wesley, a wannabe witch. Enjoy! Scanguards Vampires Samson's Lovely Mortal (#1) Amaury's Hellion (#2) Gabriel's Mate (#3) Yvette's Haven (#4) Zane's Redemption (#5) Quinn's Undying Rose (#6) Oliver's Hunger (#7) Thomas's Choice (#8) Silent Bite (#8 ½) Cain's Identity (#9) Luther's Return (#10) Novella: Mortal Wish Blake's Pursuit (#11) Fateful Reunion (#11 ½) John's Yearning (#12) Ryder's Storm (#13) Damian's Conquest (#14) Grayson's Challenge (#15) Isabelle's Forbidden Love (#16) Cooper's Passion (#17) Vanessa's Bravery (#18) Patrick's Seduction (#19)

THE VOICE OF THE AMERICAN WEST Don't miss CJ Box's latest thriller, The Crossroads, where Joe's daughters investigate the attempted murder of their father... Available to order now. A rogue grizzly bear has gone on a rampage, killing, among others, the prospective fiancé of Joe Pickett's daughter. At the same time, Dallas Cates, who Joe helped lock up, is released from prison with a list of six names tattooed on his skin. He wants revenge on the people who sent him away: the people he blames for the deaths of his entire family and the loss of his reputation and property. Targeted are his lawyer, a judge, the county prosecutor, a prison guard, Joe's associate Nate Romanowski - and Joe Pickett himself. Using the grizzly attacks as cover, Cates devises a method of violence identical to the bear killings and sets out to methodically check off his list. Can Joe stop him before he himself becomes the next target on the killer's list? A thrilling read set in the American West from New York Times bestseller C.J. Box, award-winning author of the Joe Pickett and Cassie Dewell series, now adapted into the hit TV shows Joe Pickett and Big Sky. Why readers love the Joe Pickett series... 'A great crime novel.' Lee Child 'A muscular first novel.' New York Times 'Nearly word-perfect debut.' Booklist 'Action all the way in this latest Joe Pickett outing.' 5* Reader review 'As soon as you start to read you don't want to stop.' 5* Reader review 'Just wish they were a bit longer as I hate getting to the end.' 5* Reader review 'Brilliant. Atmosphere, tension and great cast of characters.' 5* Reader review 'The Joe Pickett books never disappoint me. I have read every one of them.' 5* Reader review Looking for more Joe Pickett adventures? Browse the complete 26-book series to follow Joe's journey from the very beginning to his latest case. Each book can be enjoyed as a standalone thriller or as part of the complete series.

Julie Shackman knows how to bring the feel-good factor to fiction' Woman's Weekly 'I was completely drawn into the storyline... It resonates with love, an extra layer of maturity, wisdom and skill and left my heart squeezed, teary and smiling. This magnificent story shines with a hope and brilliance that captivated my heart .' ¿¿¿¿¿ ¿**Shortlisted for the RNA Contemporary Romance Novel Award in 2026** Get ready to fall in love with the feel-good romance of the year from bestselling author, Julie Shackman. When romance author Rosie Winters 's own fairytale romance ends with a bang, she's determined to get away from everything. Packing up her belongings she sets off for the furthest place she can think of: Scotland. Rosie spent her summers at her late grandmother's coastal cottage in the Highlands and knows it'll be the perfect place to wallow for a while. Even better that there's a gorgeous lighthouse and dolphins in the bay. What Rosie didn't expect was to bump into the new lighthouse keeper, Mitch . Despite her recent heartbreak, Rosie finds herself fascinated by the mysterious Mitch. As they spend more time together, is it possible that he needs Rosie every bit as she needs him... Readers have fallen in love with A Scottish Lighthouse Escape: ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Absolutely stunning book! I absolutely loved the story, it was easy to read and the perfect balance of emotions !' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A real page turner ... I loved the description of the cottage itself and the surroundings in the Highlands of Scotland' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A beautiful, heart-warming and uplifting story' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A fabulous book, takes it's time and gives you all the feels . Fabulous characters and perfect pacing' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'You have old love, art, a broken hearted lighthouse keeper and two gorgeous dogs . Also discovering your grandparents lives' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A lovely, gentle read , a love story set in Scotland. It had several twists and kept me interested in the plot. I especially loved the way the two dogs played an integral part in the story; you can tell that the author is a dog lover

The New York Times bestselling Freakonomics changed the way we see the world, exposing the hidden side of just about everything. Then came SuperFreakonomics, a documentary film, an award-winning podcast, and more. Now, with Think Like a Freak, Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner have written their most revolutionary book yet. With their trademark blend of captivating storytelling and unconventional analysis, they take us inside their thought process and teach us all to think a bit more productively, more creatively, more rationally?to think, that is, like a Freak. Levitt and Dubner offer a blueprint for an entirely new way to solve problems, whether your interest lies in minor lifehacks or major global reforms. As always, no topic is off-limits. They range from business to philanthropy to sports to politics, all with the goal of retraining your brain. Along the way, you'll learn the secrets of a Japanese hot-dog-eating champion, the reason an Australian doctor swallowed a batch of dangerous bacteria, and why Nigerian e-mail scammers make a point of saying they're from Nigeria. Some of the steps toward thinking like a Freak: First, put away your moral compass?because it's hard to see a problem clearly if you've already decided what to do about it. Learn to say ?I don't know??for until you can admit what you don't yet know, it's virtually impossible to learn what you need to. Think like a child?because you'll come up with better ideas and ask better questions. Take a master class in incentives?because for better or worse, incentives rule our world. Learn to persuade people who don't want to be persuaded?because being right is rarely enough to carry the day. Learn to appreciate the upside of quitting?because you can't solve tomorrow's problem if you aren't willing to abandon today's dud. Levitt and Dubner plainly see the world like no one else. Now you can too. Never before have such iconoclastic thinkers been so revealing?and so much fun to read.

The New York Times bestselling Freakonomics changed the way we see the world, exposing the hidden side of just about everything. Then came SuperFreakonomics, a documentary film, an award-winning podcast, and more. Now, with Think Like a Freak, Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner have written their most revolutionary book yet. With their trademark blend of captivating storytelling and unconventional analysis, they take us inside their thought process and teach us all to think a bit more productively, more creatively, more rationally-to think, that is, like a Freak. Levitt and Dubner offer a blueprint for an entirely new way to solve problems, whether your interest lies in minor lifehacks or major global reforms. As always, no topic is off-limits. They range from business to philanthropy to sports to politics, all with the goal of retraining your brain. Along the way, you'll learn the secrets of a Japanese hot-dog-eating champion, the reason an Australian doctor swallowed a batch of dangerous bacteria, and why Nigerian e-mail scammers make a point of saying they're from Nigeria. Some of the steps toward thinking like a Freak: First, put away your moral compass-because it's hard to see a problem clearly if you've already decided what to do about it. Learn to say "I don't know"-for until you can admit what you don't yet know, it's virtually impossible to learn what you need to. Think like a child-because you'll come up with better ideas and ask better questions. Take a master class in incentives-because for better or worse, incentives rule our world. Learn to persuade people who don't want to be persuaded-because being right is rarely enough to carry the day. Learn to appreciate the upside of quitting-because you can't solve tomorrow's problem if you aren't willing to abandon today's dud. Levitt and Dubner plainly see the world like no one else. Now you can too. Never before have such iconoclastic thinkers been so revealing-and so much fun to read.

The New York Times bestselling Freakonomics changed the way we see the world, exposing the hidden side of just about everything. Then came SuperFreakonomics, a documentary film, an award-winning podcast, and more. Now, with Think Like a Freak, Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner have written their most revolutionary book yet. With their trademark blend of captivating storytelling and unconventional analysis, they take us inside their thought process and teach us all to think a bit more productively, more creatively, more rationally-to think, that is, like a Freak. Levitt and Dubner offer a blueprint for an entirely new way to solve problems, whether your interest lies in minor lifehacks or major global reforms. As always, no topic is off-limits. They range from business to philanthropy to sports to politics, all with the goal of retraining your brain. Along the way, you'll learn the secrets of a Japanese hot-dog-eating champion, the reason an Australian doctor swallowed a batch of dangerous bacteria, and why Nigerian e-mail scammers make a point of saying they're from Nigeria. Some of the steps toward thinking like a Freak: First, put away your moral compass-because it's hard to see a problem clearly if you've already decided what to do about it. Learn to say "I don't know"-for until you can admit what you don't yet know, it's virtually impossible to learn what you need to. Think like a child-because you'll come up with better ideas and ask better questions. Take a master class in incentives-because for better or worse, incentives rule our world. Learn to persuade people who don't want to be persuaded-because being right is rarely enough to carry the day. Learn to appreciate the upside of quitting-because you can't solve tomorrow's problem if you aren't willing to abandon today's dud. Levitt and Dubner plainly see the world like no one else. Now you can too. Never before have such iconoclastic thinkers been so revealing-and so much fun to read.

A BRAND NEW uplifting, heartwarming read from BESTSELLER Jo Bartlett ¿¿¿¿ Fifteen years ago, one desperate act tore sisters Bex and Briony apart. ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ Growing up side by side against the backdrop of a feckless father and a hardworking mum, they were inseparable-until Briony's attempt to save Bex from a disastrous engagement shattered their bond. Now Bex has the life she dreamed of: a loving family, a new glamping site on the family farm, and roots she's proud of. Briony, living under the online alias "Holly Day," drifts from place to place in her van, watching her sister's happiness from afar. When their beloved mum falls seriously ill, Bex must track down the sister she hasn't seen in over a decade. But finding Briony brings more than old wounds-it brings unexpected closeness, new beginnings, and the realisation that some bonds never truly break. As secrets unravel and hearts tentatively open, Bex and Briony must decide whether they can finally forgive, heal, and find their way back to each other-and to the family they both desperately need. Let top ten bestseller Jo Bartlett sweep you away with an uplifting, emotional read - perfect for fans of Veronica Henry, Sarah Morgan and Cathy Bramley. Praise for Jo Bartlett: 'Stunning setting, wonderful characters, and oozing with warmth. A triumph from Jo Bartlett.' Bestselling author, Jessica Redland 'Perfectly written and set in the beating heart of a community, this story is a wonderful slice of Cornish escapism.' Bestselling author, Helen J Rolfe 'I was drawn in from the first word, I've laughed and cried, what a really lovely story' ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review 'I would highly recommend this book for a bit of fantastic escapism and love conquering all.' ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review 'A heart-warming tale which I enjoyed reading very much.' ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review

Das Hal Leonard 12-Saiten-Gitarrenbuch ist die perfekte Einführung für 6-Saiten-Spieler in die akustische oder elektrische 12-Saiten-Gitarre. Dieses benutzerfreundliche Buch und Audio-Paket enthält viele nützliche Übungen, fast 60 beliebte Lieder und Riffs, wertvolle Tipps und vollständige Band-Audiodateien online zur Demonstration oder zum Mitspielen. Die behandelten Themen umfassen Mechanik und Wartung, akustische und elektrische Tipps, Akkorde, Arpeggios, Fingerpicking, alternative Stimmungen, das Spielen mit einem Kapodaster, Aufnahmeideen, Technik-Tipps, Notation, Tabulatur und mehr. Die Audiodateien sind online über den einzigartigen Code im Buch zugänglich und können gestreamt oder heruntergeladen werden. Die Audiodateien enthalten PLAYBACK+, einen multifunktionalen Audioplayer, der es ermöglicht, Audio zu verlangsamen, ohne die Tonhöhe zu verändern, Loop-Punkte zu setzen, die Tonart zu ändern und nach links oder rechts zu panoramieren. Enthaltene Lieder sind: - A Hard Day's Night - A Hazy Shade Of Winter - A Horse With No Name - All Along The Watchtower - Annie's Song - Birds Of Fire - Breaking The Girl - Cabo Wabo - Close My Eyes Forever - Closer To The Heart - Damn Good - Easy Rider - Eight Miles High - Even The Losers - Free Fallin' - Give A Little Bit - Hole Hearted - I Can't Explain - Into The Great Wide Open - I've Just Seen A Face - I've Seen All Good People - Kicks - Leaving On A Jet Plane - Life By The Drop - Like The Way I Do - Listen To Her Heart - Look Through Any Window - Love The One You're With - Maggie May - Mama, I'm Coming Home - Midwestern Nights Dream - More Than A Feeling - Mr. Tambourine Man - Mrs. Robinson - New York City - Nights In White Satin - San Francisco (Be Sure To Wear Some Flowers In Your Hair) - Silver (Tidal Wave) - So You Want To Be A Rock And Roll Star - Space Oddity - Stairway To Heaven - Stratosphere Boogie - Subterranean Homesick Alien - The Bells Of Rhymney - The Cinema Show - Ticket To Ride - Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is A Season) - Under The Milky Way - Vaseline Machine Gun - Wait - Walk Right In - Wanted Dead Or Alive - Wasted On The Way - Who's Behind The Door - Wild Horses - Wish You Were Here - Xanadu - You Can't Do That - You've Got To Hide Your Love Away.

Die Welt steht vor dem Untergang: Vampire haben die Menschheit unterworfen und Dunkelheit regiert. Doch eine letzte Hoffnung kehrt zurück: Vanessa Van Helsing, die Nachfahrin des legendären Vampirjägers Abraham Van Helsing. Drei Jahre nach ihrem Tod wird sie wiederbelebt und findet sich in einer postapokalyptischen Welt wieder. Ihr Blut ist einzigartig – es kann Vampire töten und Verwandelte heilen. Vanessa muss sich einer übermächtigen Bedrohung stellen, während sie zur Anführerin eines verzweifelten Widerstands wird. Doch in einer Welt voller Verrat, Misstrauen und Gewalt bleibt die Frage: Wie weit wird sie gehen, um die Menschheit zu retten – und was wird sie dabei verlieren?Von den Machern von „Fargo“ und „Hell on Wheels“ kommt eine düstere Neuinterpretation des Vampirjäger-Mythos, basierend auf der Comicreihe „Helsing“. Mit Kelly Overton („True Blood“, "S.W.A.T.", "Stephen King's Desperation") in der Hauptrolle sowie Christopher Heyerdahl ("Sanctuary - Wächter der Kreaturen", "Hells on Wheels"), Jonathan Scarfe ("Hell on Wheels", "The Equalizer 2"), Neil McDonough ("Tulsa King", "Yellowstone", "The Flash", "American Horror Story", "Arrow") und Laura Menell ("Project: Blue Book", "The Man in the high castle", "Watchmen") entfaltet sich ein gnadenloses Vampir-Drama voller Tragik, Gewalt, aber auch Hoffnung.Staffel 1:1. Schlafende Schönheit (Help Me)2. Vanessa Seward (Seen You)3. Die tote Frau (Stay Inside)4. Die Busfahrerin (Coming Back)5. Das Miststück (Fear Her)6. Ich geb auf (Nothing Matters)7. Kriegsobjekt (For Me)8. Akte 281: Die Farm (Little Thing)9. Die Führerin (Help Out)10. Die besondere Frau (Stay Away)11. Rachsüchtige Freundin (Last Time)12. Opferlamm (He's Coming)13. Die Letzte (It Begins)Staffel 21. Neuanfang (Began Again)2. Erlösung (In Redemption)3. Liebe tut weh (Love Bites)4. Ein Zuhause (A Home)5. Rette dich selbst (Save Yourself)6. Veritas Vincit (Veritas Vincit)7. Alles ändert sich (Everything Changes)8. Big Mama (Big Mama)9. Aufwachen! (Wakey, Wakey)10. Basenpaar (Base Pair)11. Sei du selbst (Be True)12. Crooked Falls (Crooked Falls)13. Schwarze Tage (Black Days)Staffel 3:1. Gegen die Zeit (Fresh Tendrils) 2. Vorfahren (Super Unknown) 3. Lebendig (I Awake) 4. Gefangen (Rusty Cage) 5. Gottverdammte Apokalypse (Pretty Noose) 6. Wie Selbstmord (Like Suicide) 7. Mausjäger (Hunted Down) 8. Einsame Entscheidungen (Crooked Steps) 9. Loveland (Loud Love) 10. Blut eines Opfers (Outside World) 11. War kurz weg (Been Away) 12. Gott hat seine Gründe (Christ Pose) 13. Licht in der Dunkelheit (Birth Ritual)Staffel 41. Dunkles Schicksal (Dark Destiny) 2. Dunkle Bande (Dark Ties) 3. Gefängniseinbruch (Love Less) 4. Gebrochene Versprechen (Broken Promises) 5. Tod oder Freiheit (Liberty Or Death) 6. Tief in den Badlands (Miles And Miles) 7. Das Tor (Metamorphosis) 8. Das Prisma (The Prism) 9. Der Ausbruch (No ""I"" In Team) 10. Was für eine Show! (Together Forever) 11. Eine Illusion (All Apologies) 12. Drei Seiten (Three Pages) 13. Die Gefangene (The Beholder) Staffel 51. Vergangenheit (Past Tense) 2. Alte Freunde (Old Friends) 3. Lumina intunecata (Lumina Intunecata) 4. Die Lage der Nation (State of the Union) 5. Schwesternjagd (Sisterhunt) 6. Carpe noctis (Carpe Noctis) 7. Friedhofsunruhe (Graveyard Smash) 8. Ärger in der Tiefe (Deep Trouble) 9. Die Tür (The Doorway) 10. E pluribus unum (E Pluribus Unum) 11. Die verborgene Mutter (Undercover Mother) 12. Die Stimmen (The Voices) 13. Novissima solis (Novissima Solis)Erstmals als Komplettbox mit allen fünf Staffeln auf 10 Blu-rays!Für Fans von "The Walking Dead", "Supernatural" und "Into the Badlands"!

Die Welt steht vor dem Untergang: Vampire haben die Menschheit unterworfen und Dunkelheit regiert. Doch eine letzte Hoffnung kehrt zurück: Vanessa Van Helsing, die Nachfahrin des legendären Vampirjägers Abraham Van Helsing. Drei Jahre nach ihrem Tod wird sie wiederbelebt und findet sich in einer postapokalyptischen Welt wieder. Ihr Blut ist einzigartig – es kann Vampire töten und Verwandelte heilen. Vanessa muss sich einer übermächtigen Bedrohung stellen, während sie zur Anführerin eines verzweifelten Widerstands wird. Doch in einer Welt voller Verrat, Misstrauen und Gewalt bleibt die Frage: Wie weit wird sie gehen, um die Menschheit zu retten – und was wird sie dabei verlieren?Von den Machern von „Fargo“ und „Hell on Wheels“ kommt eine düstere Neuinterpretation des Vampirjäger-Mythos, basierend auf der Comicreihe „Helsing“. Mit Kelly Overton („True Blood“, "S.W.A.T.", "Stephen King's Desperation") in der Hauptrolle sowie Christopher Heyerdahl ("Sanctuary - Wächter der Kreaturen", "Hells on Wheels"), Jonathan Scarfe ("Hell on Wheels", "The Equalizer 2"), Neil McDonough ("Tulsa King", "Yellowstone", "The Flash", "American Horror Story", "Arrow") und Laura Menell ("Project: Blue Book", "The Man in the high castle", "Watchmen") entfaltet sich ein gnadenloses Vampir-Drama voller Tragik, Gewalt, aber auch Hoffnung.Staffel 1:1. Schlafende Schönheit (Help Me)2. Vanessa Seward (Seen You)3. Die tote Frau (Stay Inside)4. Die Busfahrerin (Coming Back)5. Das Miststück (Fear Her)6. Ich geb auf (Nothing Matters)7. Kriegsobjekt (For Me)8. Akte 281: Die Farm (Little Thing)9. Die Führerin (Help Out)10. Die besondere Frau (Stay Away)11. Rachsüchtige Freundin (Last Time)12. Opferlamm (He's Coming)13. Die Letzte (It Begins)Staffel 21. Neuanfang (Began Again)2. Erlösung (In Redemption)3. Liebe tut weh (Love Bites)4. Ein Zuhause (A Home)5. Rette dich selbst (Save Yourself)6. Veritas Vincit (Veritas Vincit)7. Alles ändert sich (Everything Changes)8. Big Mama (Big Mama)9. Aufwachen! (Wakey, Wakey)10. Basenpaar (Base Pair)11. Sei du selbst (Be True)12. Crooked Falls (Crooked Falls)13. Schwarze Tage (Black Days)Staffel 3:1. Gegen die Zeit (Fresh Tendrils) 2. Vorfahren (Super Unknown) 3. Lebendig (I Awake) 4. Gefangen (Rusty Cage) 5. Gottverdammte Apokalypse (Pretty Noose) 6. Wie Selbstmord (Like Suicide) 7. Mausjäger (Hunted Down) 8. Einsame Entscheidungen (Crooked Steps) 9. Loveland (Loud Love) 10. Blut eines Opfers (Outside World) 11. War kurz weg (Been Away) 12. Gott hat seine Gründe (Christ Pose) 13. Licht in der Dunkelheit (Birth Ritual)Staffel 41. Dunkles Schicksal (Dark Destiny) 2. Dunkle Bande (Dark Ties) 3. Gefängniseinbruch (Love Less) 4. Gebrochene Versprechen (Broken Promises) 5. Tod oder Freiheit (Liberty Or Death) 6. Tief in den Badlands (Miles And Miles) 7. Das Tor (Metamorphosis) 8. Das Prisma (The Prism) 9. Der Ausbruch (No ""I"" In Team) 10. Was für eine Show! (Together Forever) 11. Eine Illusion (All Apologies) 12. Drei Seiten (Three Pages) 13. Die Gefangene (The Beholder) Staffel 51. Vergangenheit (Past Tense) 2. Alte Freunde (Old Friends) 3. Lumina intunecata (Lumina Intunecata) 4. Die Lage der Nation (State of the Union) 5. Schwesternjagd (Sisterhunt) 6. Carpe noctis (Carpe Noctis) 7. Friedhofsunruhe (Graveyard Smash) 8. Ärger in der Tiefe (Deep Trouble) 9. Die Tür (The Doorway) 10. E pluribus unum (E Pluribus Unum) 11. Die verborgene Mutter (Undercover Mother) 12. Die Stimmen (The Voices) 13. Novissima solis (Novissima Solis)Erstmals als Komplettbox mit allen fünf Staffeln auf 10 Blu-rays!Für Fans von "The Walking Dead", "Supernatural" und "Into the Badlands"!

Are algorithms friend or foe?The human mind is evolutionarily designed to take shortcuts in order to survive. We jump to conclusions because our brains want to keep us safe. A majority of our biases work in our favor, such as when we feel a car speeding in our direction is dangerous and we instantly move, or when we decide not take a bite of food that appears to have gone bad. However, inherent bias negatively affects work environments and the decision-making surrounding our communities. While the creation of algorithms and machine learning attempts to eliminate bias, they are, after all, created by human beings, and thus are susceptible to what we call algorithmic bias.In Understand, Manage, and Prevent Algorithmic Bias, author Tobias Baer helps you understand where algorithmic bias comes from, how to manage it as a business user or regulator, and how data science can prevent bias from entering statistical algorithms. Baer expertly addresses some of the 100+ varieties of natural bias such as confirmation bias, stability bias, pattern-recognition bias, and many others. Algorithmic bias mirrors—and originates in—these human tendencies. Baer dives into topics as diverse as anomaly detection, hybrid model structures, and self-improving machine learning. While most writings on algorithmic bias focus on the dangers, the core of this positive, fun book points toward a path where bias is kept at bay and even eliminated. You’ll come away with managerial techniques to develop unbiased algorithms, the ability to detect bias more quickly, and knowledge to create unbiased data. Understand, Manage, and Prevent Algorithmic Bias is an innovative, timely, and important book that belongs on your shelf. Whether you are a seasoned business executive, a data scientist, or simply an enthusiast, now is a crucial time to be educated about the impact of algorithmic bias on society and take an active role in fighting bias.What You'll LearnStudy the many sources of algorithmic bias,.