Pieces (Merely Mortal Series, Book 1)

Pieces (Merely Mortal Series, Book 1)
Author: Faye Hollidaye
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 280
Release: 2011-03-11
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1257039814

The first book of the Merely Mortal Series, this debut novel is sure to spin a fascinating web, ready to catch the rest of the series in its net.

City of Bones

City of Bones
Author: Cassandra Clare
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 544
Release: 2015-09
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1481455923

Suddenly able to see demons and the Darkhunters who are dedicated to returning them to their own dimension, fifteen-year-old Clary Fray is drawn into this bizarre world when her mother disappears and Clary herself is almost killed by a monster.

The Reflections Series Books 1 - 7

The Reflections Series Books 1 - 7
Author: Dean Murray
Publisher: Fir'shan Publishing
Total Pages: 1015
Release: 2015-05-22
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

The opening installment in a series that has received more than 2,200 5-star reviews. This omnibus edition includes the first FIVE novels in the popular Reflections Series, plus two short stories, and is more than 1200 pages of romance, action and danger set in one of the richest, most complex worlds in the genre. Adri Paige's arrival in Sanctuary thrusts her into a dangerous, shadowy world most people don't believe exists, and places her in the middle of a war between darkly handsome Alec Graves and charismatic Brandon Worthingfield that threatens to consume the entire town. On the surface, both Alec and Brandon are nothing more than average high-school guys, but as Adri is pulled ever more deeply into their conflict she realizes that one of them wants to kill her. Adri needs to decide who to trust before her time runs out once and for all. The first seven installments of the breathtaking epic paranormal romance Reflections series are finally available in one place for more than 50% off of the normal retail price. This Bundle includes: Broken Torn Splintered Intrusion Numb Trapped Forsaken Keywords: Young Adult, Romance, Paranormal, Paranormal Romance, YA, Shape shifters, Werewolves, Teen, Urban Fantasy, Vampires

The Man Who Loved Only Numbers

The Man Who Loved Only Numbers
Author: Paul Hoffman
Publisher: Hachette Books
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2024-05-07
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0306836564

"A funny, marvelously readable portrait of one of the most brilliant and eccentric men in history." --The Seattle Times Paul Erdos was an amazing and prolific mathematician whose life as a world-wandering numerical nomad was legendary. He published almost 1500 scholarly papers before his death in 1996, and he probably thought more about math problems than anyone in history. Like a traveling salesman offering his thoughts as wares, Erdos would show up on the doorstep of one mathematician or another and announce, "My brain is open." After working through a problem, he'd move on to the next place, the next solution. Hoffman's book, like Sylvia Nasar's biography of John Nash, A Beautiful Mind, reveals a genius's life that transcended the merely quirky. But Erdos's brand of madness was joyful, unlike Nash's despairing schizophrenia. Erdos never tried to dilute his obsessive passion for numbers with ordinary emotional interactions, thus avoiding hurting the people around him, as Nash did. Oliver Sacks writes of Erdos: "A mathematical genius of the first order, Paul Erdos was totally obsessed with his subject--he thought and wrote mathematics for nineteen hours a day until the day he died. He traveled constantly, living out of a plastic bag, and had no interest in food, sex, companionship, art--all that is usually indispensable to a human life." The Man Who Loved Only Numbers is easy to love, despite his strangeness. It's hard not to have affection for someone who referred to children as "epsilons," from the Greek letter used to represent small quantities in mathematics; a man whose epitaph for himself read, "Finally I am becoming stupider no more"; and whose only really necessary tool to do his work was a quiet and open mind. Hoffman, who followed and spoke with Erdos over the last 10 years of his life, introduces us to an undeniably odd, yet pure and joyful, man who loved numbers more than he loved God--whom he referred to as SF, for Supreme Fascist. He was often misunderstood, and he certainly annoyed people sometimes, but Paul Erdos is no doubt missed. --Therese Littleton

Summa Theologica (All Complete & Unabridged 3 Parts + Supplement & Appendix + interactive links and annotations)

Summa Theologica (All Complete & Unabridged 3 Parts + Supplement & Appendix + interactive links and annotations)
Author: Thomas Aquinas
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 5157
Release: 2023-12-05
Genre: Religion
ISBN:

Thomas Aquinas's Summa Theologica is a monumental work that is widely considered one of the most important texts in the history of philosophy and theology. Divided into three main parts, the book addresses a wide range of theological topics, providing rigorous arguments and insightful analysis. Aquinas's writing style is characterized by its clarity and logical precision, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. The text's incorporation of interactive links and annotations enhances the reading experience, offering readers a more comprehensive understanding of Aquinas's complex arguments within their historical context. Thomas Aquinas, a highly influential philosopher and theologian, drew upon both Christian doctrine and Aristotelian philosophy to create the Summa Theologica. His deep understanding of both intellectual traditions allowed him to reconcile faith and reason in a way that had a lasting impact on Western thought. Aquinas's dedication to exploring the nature of God and the universe shines through in this comprehensive work, showcasing his intellectual breadth and depth. I highly recommend Summa Theologica to readers interested in delving into the complexities of theological and philosophical discourse. Aquinas's profound insights and meticulous reasoning make this text a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the relationship between faith and reason.

Waterspell: The Complete Series (Boxed Set: Books 1-4)

Waterspell: The Complete Series (Boxed Set: Books 1-4)
Author: Deborah J. Lightfoot
Publisher: Seven Rivers Publishing
Total Pages: 1358
Release: 2022-04-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1737717328

WATERSPELL: The Complete Series Making a place for yourself in a world where you don’t belong takes courage. So does moving in with a warlock. Especially one who is a cauldron of seething anger on his worst days … half mad on his best … who is thinking, perhaps, of killing you. And you can almost understand why he would do it. But you’ll fight to stay alive. Because maybe … just maybe … you’ve found the place where you belong: On his world, in his magic, saving the warlock from himself. WATERSPELL: The Complete Series (all four books) tells the story of the lost traveler, Carin, who is drawn into the schemes of a hot-tempered, emotionally damaged wizard. Does he view her as nothing more than an expendable weapon in his fight to save his world from lethal alien plagues? Or will Lord Verek find himself wavering, when it comes time to dispose of his fiery water-sylph? Praise for the Books of Waterspell: “An impressively immersive quality in Deborah J. Lightfoot’s writing draws you in and keeps you there as the pages turn … engaging the enduring interest and sympathy of the reader as they follow the twists and turns of the plot. Lightfoot creates a detailed and convincing world in which to set her story.” —Martin Dukes “First off there’s the writing itself, the quality of the prose, the effortless way that Lightfoot sets the stage and calls the shots, with none of the ponderous, overblown verbiage that weighs down so much high fantasy. Then there are the characters, each determined to leap off the page. But what most sets this book apart is its wild premise, an inspired bit of imagination.” —Brian T. Marshall “An extremely well written fantasy story … flows well with a very readable style that holds your interest throughout. The world building is solid and intriguing, the magical aspects well drawn and versatile and characterisation is energetic so that you are immediately invested in their future. All in all a marvellous addition to the fantasy genre and I would recommend it for lovers of magical mystical tales.” —Liz Wilkins “Waterspell blew my expectations out of the ballpark. What a brilliant and unforgettable story! I devoured it … literally consumed by the originality and depth Deborah brings to her characters. She provides a strong balance between action, adventure, fantasy, and romance and Carin’s combination of pride and vulnerability make her a fabulous character! Quite frankly, I am just astounded by the emotions this book stirred in me. It is simply extraordinary.” —Lady Vigilante “If you like epic fantasy that sweeps you to amazing, immersive worlds and while following intriguing characters, be sure to add this series to your to-read list.” —Once Upon a YA Book “The story just keeps getting bigger and bigger.” —Book Briefs Book 1: The Warlock Book 2: The Wysard Book 3: The Wisewoman Book 4: The Witch

Sanctuary, Texas Complete Series Box Set

Sanctuary, Texas Complete Series Box Set
Author: Krystal Shannan
Publisher: KS Publishing
Total Pages: 1639
Release: 2021-02-02
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

From USA Today Bestselling Author Krystal Shannan comes seven books in a sizzling romantic series filled with action and adventure and fantasy and passion. Fans of The Black Dagger Brotherhood and Lords of the Underworld will discover a heart-pounding toe-curling ride into a small town of fantastical creatures and a war for world domination they won’t soon forget. This collections includes the complete series. Book 1 - My Viking Vampire I’ll fight to the end or die trying… I’ve got nowhere to run—except into the arms of a sexy stranger who says he can protect me. But this guy comes with a bit more than I bargained for—fangs. Book 2 - My Dragon Masters My body burns with a hunger I can’t describe. I’ll do anything to find them and so will the beast that lives inside me. I don’t know how much time has passed. I don’t know where I am or where I’m going, I just know that two men are waiting for me and that I belong with them. Book 3 - My Eternal Soldier I thought I killed the woman I loved a thousand years ago. The last time I saw her, my sword was in her chest. Now the fates have granted me a second chance. I won’t waste it. I won’t let her slip away again. Book 4 - Mastered Teagan I deserve nothing but pain. No happily-ever-after. Just agony and the numbness that follows. But the pixies tricked me. Now my new Dom wants to inflict pain I don’t think I can endure. He wants to love me. Book 5 - My Warrior Wolves She is ours. She has always been ours. Our desire burns for her and only for her. We gave her the space she asked for. The time to heal. But now evil is stalking her and we must claim her before we lose her forever. Book 6 - My Guardian Gryphon A beast and his beauty… She’s beautiful and perfect. I’m scarred and broken. She’s kind and comforting. I’m nothing but hard edges. She is forbidden. I can’t have her. And it makes me want her more. Book 7 - My Vampire Knight I’m a siren and cursed. Any man I love dies. Godric Deveraux thinks he can beat the curse. I know he can’t. No one can. My father made sure of it. And now I am fated to watch the only man I’ve ever truly loved die in front of me.

Mortal Engines

Mortal Engines
Author: Philip Reeve
Publisher: HarperTeen
Total Pages: 328
Release: 2003-11
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN:

In the distant future, when cities move about and consume smaller towns, a fifteen-year-old apprentice is pushed out of London by the man he most admires and must seek answers in the perilous Out-Country, aided by one girl and the memory of another.