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Men of the 65th: The Borinqueneers of the Korean War
by Talia Aikens-NuñezHonor and Fidelity. That is the motto of the 65th Infantry Regiment, also known as the Borinqueneers, the only Puerto Rican unit in the United States Army. Since the regiment’s creation in 1899, the men of the 65th have proudly served the US through multiple wars, despite facing racial discrimination. Their courage, loyalty, and patriotism earned them hundreds of accolades, including the Congressional Gold Medal in 2014. But the honor and fidelity of the men of the 65th came into question in 1952, in the midst of the Korean War, when ninety-one Borinqueneers were arrested and tried for desertion and disobeying orders. How could this happen in one of the most distinguished and decorated units of the Army? In this telling of one of the forgotten stories of the Korean War, author Talia Aikens-Nuñez guides us through the history of the Borinqueneers and the challenges they faced leading up to what was the largest court martial in the entire war. Rediscover the bravery of the men of the 65th through Aikens-Nuñez’s thorough writing and the soldiers’ firsthand accounts of the Korean War.
Nearer My Freedom: The Interesting Life of Olaudah Equiano by Himself
by Monica Edinger Lesley YoungeMillions of Africans were enslaved during the transatlantic slave trade, but few recorded their personal experiences. Olaudah Equiano's The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano is perhaps the most well known of the autobiographies that exist. Using this narrative as a primary source text, authors Monica Edinger and Lesley Younge share Equiano's life story in "found verse," supplemented with annotations to give readers historical context. This poetic approach provides interesting analysis and synthesis, helping readers to better understand the original text. Follow Equiano from his life in Africa as a child to his enslavement at a young age, his travels across the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea, his liberation, and his life as a free man.
Halloween Waffle Murder (Wicked Waffle Paranormal Cozy #10)
by Carolyn Q. HunterWhat hides behind the mask? Diner owner Sonja Reed is hard at work planning her very first big Halloween Bash--a masquerade ball. She’s looking forward to holding the party at the elegant and mysterious Smith Manor. Half the town has been invited, and Sonja has whipped up quite an array of tasty treats for the occasion. When an accident occurs at the manor, before the party, Sonja is warned that it might be a bad omen, and is urged to cancel the event. Ignoring the warning, Sonja holds her party anyway, and a gruesome discovery of a body casts a funereal pall on the evening's festivities. Realizing that there might be some truth to the omen, Sonja sets out to solve the murder and also piece together some odd paranormal clues…which seem to point directly to her. This Halloween will prove to be Sonja’s spookiest yet…and it may well be her last.
Siren's Lure: An Aermian Feuds Novel (The Aermian Feuds: Lilja)
by Frost KayLife and Death are at war in the newest dark fantasy novel by USA Today Bestselling Author Frost Kay.Pirates. Sirens. Revenge.Vengeance is Lilja's middle name. That wasn't always the case, but battling evil has a funny way of changing people. Her instructions were clear: protect her people's secret at all costs and destroy anyone in her path. It was simple, really. You cross her, you die. Life was black and white for the pirate captain until an innocent ruins everything by blundering into her life. She should've let the handsome stranger drown, he'd seen too much. But something stays her hand and she reluctantly saves the human, risking the one thing she's protected all her life. A secret that could destroy an entire race.MERMAID lovers are ADDICTED to this pulse-pounding tale that fans of Sarah J. Maas are losing sleep over. One click now to dive into your next book obsession!
Indigo Alloy: Mixologists And Pirates Part Six (Mixologists and Pirates #6)
by Frost KayFact 417 – Kidnapping was not sexy. The old Earth romances had it wrong. Being captured by an attractive elfin alien was anything but glamourous. It was slave labor with a pinch of harassment. But Allie Sai wouldn’t take anyone’s gruff, even if it meant challenging the scariest man she’d ever met, erm.. alien.Fact 359 – Southern belles never played by the rules. Poker was always her game of choice, so it was fitting that to take down Sloven and win her freedom, Allie had to take a chance and do the impossible – destroy the King’s criminal empire and get out without dying. Simple, right? If only. Fact 205 – Luck had a funny way of changing when you least expected it. It was just one compromise…Once you take one sip of this series, you'll probably want to keep coming back for more! ~ Goodreads ReviewerMixologists and Pirates Series1 - Amber Vial2 - Emerald Bane3 - Scarlet Venom4 - Cyan Toxin5 - Onyx Elixir6 - Indigo Alloy
Scarlet Venom: Mixologists And Pirates Part Three (Mixologists and Pirates #3)
by Frost KayFact 437 - Allie was a piss poor bootlegger. It was laughable that her blackmailers expected her to create a truth serum. If they’d done their homework, they would’ve known her brewing capabilities were nil, she flunked chemistry, and her moonshine was on the toxic side. So for once in her unlucky life, luck was on her side… until she almost blew up the lab. Unfortunately, singed eyebrows were the least of her concern. Fact 543 - Aliens don't understand personal space. Nothing was off limits. If they weren’t asking about her heat cycle, males were sniffing her for compatibility. One cocky Avs even tried to claim her as his mate, but that wasn’t happening, no matter how good looking he was. But staying immune to his antics proved more difficult than Allie expected. Kind words, gorgeous eyes, and wicked grins were always her weakness.Fact 678 - The line between loathe and love easily blurred.It was just one kiss… maybe two.
Pirates, Princes, & Payback: Aliens & Alchemists Book 1 (Aliens & Alchemists #1)
by Frost KayFact 384 - Pirates aren't princes, they're extortionists.I never claimed to be perfect, so when the feds showed up, there was only one choice. Run.Turns out my plan wasn't fool proof. One tiny, little, accidental murder lands me in hot water not just with the human government, but with the elven equivalent of the CIA. No one ever said I was lucky.Shipped off planet, blackmailed, and forced to bootleg for a secret organization is the least of my problems compared to the sexy villains hot on my heels.They don't know it yet, but I'm going to take them down. Messing with a southern belle with a criminal past was their first mistake. Their second? Giving me a weapon.Fact 451 - Don't get made, get even.If you can't get enough of books by K.F. Breene, Annette Marie, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Jaymin Eve, Laura Thalassa, Marissa Meyer, T. A. White, Pippa DaCosta, Leia Stone, Kelly St. Clare, and Michael Anderle then dive into the COMPLETE series Aliens and Alchemists.Aliens and Alchemists series:- YA Sci-Fi Fantasy- Enemies to Lovers- Alpha Males- Alien Romance- Space Pirates- Paranormal Agency- Space Opera
Mixologists and Pirates Box Set (Books 1 - 3)
by Frost KayFans of The Lunar Chronicles, Jennifer Armentrout, and Amy A. Bartol are raving about this new space fantasy from USA Today Bestselling Frost Kay! "I am hooked! What could be better in a great science fiction novel than a feisty female mixologist filled with southern charm and the grace of an eight legged cat? Ms. Kay has created a vibrant enchanting universe and cast of lovable, flirty characters. I want to crawl into this series and never leave!" ~ Goodreads Reviewer"Witty, funny, sassy and down right fun as hell!" ~ Goodreads ReviewerFact #257 - Allie Sai should have been named "Unlucky." It made complete sense that the girl terrified of flying and aliens would be drafted for colonization of an alien planet. Right? Right??In her mind, she had one choice. Desertion. But again... Unlucky. She should've known better. A failed escape attempt leaves her chained to an airship chair with nothing but her bag, a vial of her family's super moonshine, and her anxiety for company.Fact #372 - Sometimes moonshine is not the answer.Numbing her fear seemed like a brilliant idea - until pirates attack her ship looking for goods of the female variety. Looks like she'll have to save herself, but... unlucky strike three.Fact #401 - Pirates aren't princes. They're extortionists.It was just one sip... maybe two.
Onyx Elixir: Mixologists And Pirates (Mixologists and Pirates #5)
by Frost KayFact 752 – Karma was a vindictive wench, and Luck, no lady. Allie never believed in Karma, but after the week she’d had, she was prone to believe that if such an entity existed, it had to be a woman. Only a woman could hold such an ugly, nasty grudge, and make Allie’s life so impossibly miserable. If spying for the enemy and a broken heart wasn’t enough, someone had even stolen her favorite heels. Classy, right? Bad luck strikes again.Fact 689 – Southern girls were supposed to be graceful losers. Spying for Sloven wasn't the plan, but every attempt she made to escape his clutches only entrenched her deeper into a war Allie never wanted to be part of. Good thing her mama taught her how to fight dirty. Allie would play his game, and do the one thing he didn’t think possible. She’d win. Fact 521 – Never play a player, or in this case, a southern belle. It was just one compromise…Once you take one sip of this series, you'll probably want to keep coming back for more! ~ Goodreads ReviewerMixologists and Pirates Series1 - Amber Vial2 - Emerald Bane3 - Scarlet Venom4 - Cyan Toxin5 - Onyx Elixir6 - Indigo Alloy (May 2019)
Amber Vial: Mixologists And Pirates (Mixologists and Pirates #1)
by Frost KayFact #257 - Allie Sai should have been named “Unlucky.” It made complete sense that the girl terrified of flying and aliens would be drafted for colonization of an alien planet. Right? Right?? In her mind, she had one choice. Desertion. But again… Unlucky. She should’ve known better. A failed escape attempt leaves her chained to an airship chair with nothing but her bag, a vial of her family’s super moonshine, and her anxiety for company. Fact #372 - Sometimes moonshine is not the answer. Numbing her fear seemed like a brilliant idea – until pirates attack her ship looking for goods of the female variety. Looks like she’ll have to save herself, but… unlucky strike three. Fact #401 - Pirates aren't princes. They're extortionists. It was just one sip… maybe two. When fantasy and reality blur, can Allie save herself?"I found the writing to be on par with Queen (Sarah J.) Maas and Elise Kova."- Fairestskyebooks"Frost Kay makes you want to smack the characters with their own book."- Pages of Remedyz"Frost Kay is amazing...Wow. For real, wow. My heart physically hurts." - Nix"(Frost Kay) has a very beatiful and simple way of writing...everything is painted so vividly and beautifully...she has me hooked." -Carissa, Goodreads
The Strain: Dominion of Ash: Origins
by Frost KayThe end of the world was uglier than she expected.Janice Anderson warned those who would listen that their bio weaponry was too unpredictable. No one had absolute control over a virus. If they thought they did, well… they were stupid.Plans failed, colleagues died, and those that survived mutated into something other. No one knew what was worse, the virus or the monsters it created.When the virus spread, she had only one choice to protect those she loved: turn to the people she hated with every fiber of her being for help.Behind enemy lines, she expected back stabbing, but never guessed she’d be the one betraying those she cared about.Life was never simple. Neither was the end of the world.
Cyan Toxin: Mixologists And Pirates (Mixologists and Pirates #4)
by Frost KayFact 645 - High heels make great weapons.Somehow, Allie always managed to attrack every sociopath within a 100 click radius. Don't ask her how she did it. She chalked it up to the unlucky curse that had plagued her all her life. And Sloven the Slayer was no different. Creepy was his middle name. Luckily, her mama had taught her the advantage of a well placed kick. Fact 792 - Allie hated liars, especially gorgeous ones of the male variety. After the attempt on her life and her team's betrayal, she tried to go back to her life, to ignore how lonely she was, to forget the nightmares that plagued her and the face of the one man she still wanted despite his lies. But life was never that simple.Fact 864 - Good doesn't always triumph. Sometimes evil just slaps you in the face and steals your popsicle. It was just one lie.I am hooked! What could be better in a great science fiction novel than a feisty female mixologist filled with southern charm and the grace of an eight legged cat? Ms. Kay has created a vibrant enchanting universe and cast of lovable, flirty characters. I want to crawl into this series and never leave!~FairestskyesbooksMixologists and Pirates Series1 - Amber Vial2 - Emerald Bane3 - Scarlet Venom4 - Cyan Toxin5 - Onyx Elixir
Emerald Bane: Mixologists And Pirates (Mixologists and Pirates #2)
by Frost KayFact 384: Allie’s bad luck knew no bounds. After surviving a pirate attack by the skin of her very unlucky teeth, she believes life will get better. It had to, right?Wrong, dead wrong. Literally dead. Fact 443: Revenge always bites you in the butt. One little prank leaves her as a prime murder suspect and her newfound friends in jail. If she can’t prove her innocence, she can kiss what's left of her life goodbye - not that she had much of one to start.Fact 537: Human-hating aliens had no right to be so sexy. At least she’d have something pretty to look at while being blackmailed into espionage. It was just one mistake... maybe two."I need more, so much more." - Jasmine, Goodreads"I was blown away by Frot Kay's style of writing. Each sentence is delicately crafted and paints the perfect scene in my mind." - Katelyn, Goodreads
Apocalypse Five (Archive of the Fives)
by Stacey RourkeThe end of the world is coming. How or when, scientists can't agree upon. For decades, Earth's best line of defense has been a team of young soldiers known as the Apocalypse Five, forced into virtual reality simulations to train for Doom's Day. But, this is no game. Death on the grid is brutally final and calls up the next in a long line of cadets. Stationed aboard the AT-1-NS Starship, the A5 are celebrities thrust into the limelight by a calling they didn't choose. All it takes is one unscheduled mission, showing seventeen-year-old team leader Detroit a harsh and unfathomable reality, to shake the A5's belief in all they thought they knew. After questioning people with the power to destroy them, the team is framed for a crime they didn't commit and marked for death. Now, the hunt is on. Can the Apocalypse Five expose the truth the starship would kill to keep hidden? Or, will their bravery end in a public execution?
Archie of Outlandish: The Man Who Lives Under Umbrellas
by Lynnette KraftAt 20 years old, Archibald Plumby has learned to accept his odd phobia of not being able to look up into open spaces without having a panic attack. He enjoys life under his umbrellas, where he feels safe. He knows he's a little spoiled to be living in the midst of the scenic beaches, fine restaurants, and charming attractions found in the town of Outlandish. But when Tallie, a photographer, comes to town and introduces herself to Archie, their connection is undeniable, and fears for the future begin to surface. When Archie and Tallie find themselves on diverging paths, only their faith can help them cope with separation, miscommunication, and unspoken anxieties that could keep them apart forever.
Of Blood and Magic (Of Light and Darkness #2)
by Shayne Leighton"I’m at a loss of words, in the best way possible. This series is amazing and a must read! I can’t wait for the third one, I need answers!" - Verified Reviewer "Of Blood and Magic maintains all the whimsical marvel of its predecessor, yet brings to the fore a darker, more sinister tone that weaves metaphor, history, and folklore to transgress the boundaries of the fantasy genre. Shayne Leighton's growth as a writer is evident as she effortlessly immerses her reader in stunning gothic imagery from historic Prague and abandons some of the youthful mirth that marked her earlier work." - A. J. Vrana, Bestselling Author of The Hollow Gods Months after their brutal victory over the villainous Aiden and his hierarchy of Vampire-hunting Wizards, Charlotte and Valek have returned from Prague to their home in the Bohemian Occult City. This time, however, they are accompanied by their new band of magical misfits. By daylight, all seems peaceful since they've toppled the Regime, and the coven of rogue yet lovable monsters has finally found freedom. But Charlotte soon discovers that, much like her adopted Vampire family, she has developed a strange addiction of her own, and it's steadily destroying her from the inside out. Valek defies all odds, trying to save his love, but to no avail. With danger lurking around every corner, the couple begins to realize that their happily-ever-after might not end so happily after all. Will they conquer Charlotte's strange new disease...or will she drown in her own blood? Prepare for another epic quest amidst the monsters that hide in plain sight in this highly-anticipated sequel in the Of Light and Darkness series.
The Swansong Conspiracy (The Eldritch Twins #1)
by Nick VossenWeirdness is in their blood. After a near cataclysmic worldwide event shook the foundations of society and unleashed numerous supernatural hazards onto the Earth, twins Quincy and Lilly just want to lead their lives as normally as possible. However, this proves to be quite difficult. The twins are the heirs of legendary horror writer and occultist W.A. Swansong, who has been declared a prophet now that many of his gruesome creations appear to really exist. When a mysterious inheritance falls into the twins’ hands, a strange and violent secret organization becomes hell-bent on finding them. Quincy and Lilly are forced to flee their hometown of New Orleans, leading them on a wild, supernatural chase throughout the southern United States. With only a handful of allies and a trapped Fire Vampire named Tim, the twins uncover a great mystery tied to their inheritance, the source of all pandemonium, and even the true origins of mankind.
Opiate Jane
by Jessica K. Baker“Wow! This book captures your attention and your heart. An emotional roller coaster!” — Kilee Brookbank, award-winning authorJane is a magnet. A magnet for addicts.First, there was her mother, a constant disappointment whose penchant for drugs left Jane and her four-year-old sister, Lizzie, in foster care. Now, relocated with her fractured family to the Middle of Nowhere, Ohio, Jane is learning that the too-good-to-be-true boy she’s fallen for has a drug problem of his own. Jane tries to make peace with Landon’s drug use, even though she knows she’ll never really be able to trust her boyfriend or let her guard down again. Is there anyone she can rely on, or is she doomed to be a loner, looking out for her little sister while keeping her feelings locked inside?Opiate Jane is a moving portrait of a girl who simply wants to know that she means more to the people she loves than their addictions do.A timely piece of fiction, Opiate Jane is rooted in the author’s own experiences with addicted loved ones.
The Prophecy
by Erin PembertonIn a land plagued by war, King Dorvin and Queen Shiara are expecting their first child. They are excited until the good fairies tell of a prophecy – that their daughter is the key to winning the war against the Shadow tribes. To protect her, mages of the kingdom create a tower to keep her and her guardian hidden until her eighteenth birthday.When Ella turns 18 she leaves the tower, only to find that her parents are dead and the Shadow tribes now control the kingdom. Trained as a warrior, and aided by the good fairies, Ella must now bring her subjects together and prepare for the final war.
To Begin Again
by Christine PaulsChurch life is cramping her style and Celeste wants out, stepping right into the path of the pastor's son, Jordon Jackson.What happens, will alter her life forever, proving teen love can cause adult results.
Belinda's Song
by Christine PaulsTragic experiences from childhood, teen years and adulthood will catapult Belinda into a spiral of events that will mold her into the woman she becomes.
Beginning's End (The Empire Saga #3)
by M. DaltoEver since her unexpected return to the Empire, all Alexstrayna wanted was to protect her family. Despite the life-altering events that occurred within the Borderlands, her family–those that remained–were all she had left. As Empress, it was her predestined duty to protect them while ensuring the safety of the Empire. But when the ever-threatening forces from the Borderlands challenge the peace, she must search within herself to discover a new magic, one stronger than anything the Annals have foretold before.
Of Light and Darkness (Of Light and Darkness #1)
by Shayne LeightonSpirited Away meets Interview with the Vampire in an unforgettable fantasy set in Prague. Charlotte Ruzikova finds that she is the freak in her world of magic and monsters. When she stands before an army of impossible obstacles, the likelihood of survival is slim. Will she vanquish the nightmares, or will there be bloodshed?Filled with hatred for what he is, Valek condemns himself to a life of solitude. Always hiding in the dark, will he ever let Charlotte's love in?Together, they must fight in the shadows with their league of loveable misfits to survive the light. But will they still be alive at the break of day?Of Light and Darkness is the first installment in an epic series not to be missed! If you love Anne Rice's Interview with the Vampire, you'll love this fiercely imaginative, multilayered dark fantasy filled with Czech folklore!Get it now! Book Two coming November 10th, 2020 from The Parliament HouseWarning: Vampires and rogue monsters at large. They are very dangerous and will stop at nothing. Be mindful of a group traveling with a human girl. If you think you'd like a story with Guillermo del Toro-style monsters with the heart of a Studio Ghibli film, this series is for you.
Allerleirauh: A Classic Grimm Fairy Tale Retelling
by Chantal GadouryFans of Melissa Meyer’s Heartless will adore this triumphant retelling of the classic Grimm Fairy Tale. “Allerleirauh is my new favorite read! Full of adventures, romance, and magic. You won't be disappointed when you grab a copy!” - The Book Nook Blog In the kingdom of Tranen, a king makes a promise to his dying wife that he'll only remarry a woman who possesses her golden hair. In time, the king's eyes are turned by his daughter. Realizing her father’s intentions, Princess Aurelia tries to trick him by requesting impossible gifts: dresses created by the sun, moon and stars, and a coat made of a thousand furs. But when he is successful, Aurelia sacrifices her privileged life and flees her kingdom, disguised by a cloak and a new name, Allerleirauh. She enters the safe haven of Saarland der Licht, where the handsome and gentle Prince Klaus takes her under his care. Hoping to remain undetected by her father’s courtiers, Allerleirauh remains hidden under her new identity when she finds unexpected love with Prince Klaus, even as his arranged marriage to the princess of a neighboring kingdom approaches. Risking everything, Allerleirauh must face her troubled past and her fears of the future in her journey to self-acceptance. *TW: Sexual Violence
Wildwood (The Hightower Trilogy #1)
by Jadie JonesTanzy Hightower is not crazy. At least, that's what she tells herself. Crazy looks more like her mother, who studies each sunrise with the same fascination other women give tabloid magazines in the grocery store checkout line. Crazy sounds like the woman on the radio claiming there's a whole separate world existing parallel to our own. Still, Tanzy can't deny the tingle of recognition she feels each time she sees her mother standing at the kitchen window, or hears the panic in the woman's voice coming through the speakers of her father's truck.Tanzy intends to follow her father's footsteps into the professional horse world. But the moment she watches him die on the back of a horse in an accident she feels responsible for, everything changes.On the first anniversary of his death, a fight with her mother drives her back to her father's farm in the middle of a stormy night. Neither Tanzy nor life as she knows it escapes unchanged when she is struck by lightning and introduced to a world... unseen, and receives proof her father's death was no accident.Two strangers seem too willing to help her navigate her new reality: Vanessa Andrews, a psychiatrist who believes lightning chooses who it strikes, and Lucas, a quiet, scarred stable hand with timing that borders on either perfect or suspect. But Tanzy has secrets of her own. Desperate for answers and revenge, Tanzy must put her faith in their hands as her past comes calling, and her father's killer closes in.