The Sins of the Cities of the Plain; or, The Recollections of a Mary-Ann
Blue Aloes
Step into the mesmerizing landscapes of early 20th-century South Africa with "Blue Aloes: Stories of South Africa" by Cynthia Stockley, a literary gem that has been out of print for decades and is now beautifully republished by Alpha Editions. This captivating collection of stories, restored for today s and future generations, is not just a reprint it's a collector s item and a cultural treasure. Stockley s masterful storytelling weaves together tales of love, mystery, and adventure, set against the backdrop of South Africa s vibrant and untamed wilderness. Her vivid characters and evocative prose transport readers to a world where the human spirit is tested by the raw beauty and challenges of the land. Each story is a timeless exploration of the complexities of human nature and the enduring power of the landscape that shapes it. Whether you're a casual reader or a collector of classic literature, this edition offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of literary history. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of South African life and let Stockley s enchanting narratives captivate your imagination. Rediscover a classic that promises to inspire and resonate with readers for generations to come.
Vance Reorganizes the Ministry
It was unimaginable that the Father's Touch International Ministry would still be needed during the thousand-year reign of Jesus Christ upon the earth after the end of the seven-year Tribulation period, when Christ conquered AntiChrist's army and cast him, the False Prophet, and Satan into hell. In their resurrected state, Vance Gordon, his family members, and the former members of the Ministry were enlisted into a crusade to help the mortal human beings, who were still being tested for their worthiness to enter heaven at the Final Judgment. The reality was that there were still people struggling with sexual issues, drug abuse, and mental problems even during the Millennium period when Christ and his appointed saints were ruling the whole earth. While there were no major wars, diseases, or rebellions for the first nine hundred years, the last century became so corrupted through Satan's release from hell and his influence upon the earth that there was the final battle between Satan and Christ to determine who would rule the remaining inhabitants. The Gordon family, the former directors of the Ministry, and thousands of their former members did what they could to prepare as many mortals to resist the conquest by Satan and his demonic army, However, Saint Michael the Archangel, King David, and Gideon conducted the military tactics involved. The good angels and the resurrected humans outnumbered and outmaneuvered the forces of darkness. In the end, it wasn't clear how the Earth would be renewed after all the damage and killings. The Bible foretells that both the earth and the heavens will be recreated. It will be interesting to see what happens next.
Body Guard
Detective Inspector Carol Ashton appears fully recovered from a serious gunshot wound that nearly took her life. But appearances can be deceiving. Carol is now questioning her commitment to a career that came so close to killing her. And now she is given a most unwelcome assignment. She must safeguard the abrasive Marla Strickland--the famous American feminist--whose talent for controversy is certain to create headlines during her visit to Australia. Ms. Strickland is also reluctant to accept the necessity of a bodyguard. Until the grisly death of one of her staff members forces her to accept Carol's presence. Thrown together uneasily, neither woman has any real sense of the danger that waits for Marla. A deadly game is in progress, with a group called Wellspring pulling the strings. Marla is their target. But once again, it is Carol in the line of fire.
Illusions
Matt and Ollie are back, and settling in after the shake up about Andy. Their relationship is tested again and again, with the appearance of Matt's SEAL buddies, Ollie's family visit, and most dramatically when Finn takes on a side job, and a new love that will change all of their lives forever.
Backlight
Pirkko Saisio, now a teenager, can't decide which she hates most: God, her father, or her growing breasts. Grandpa has moved into the room long promised to her, and Mother, overworked and distant, tries to keep the peace between her headstrong daughter and husband. When she's not escaping into her books, Pirkko has fun getting into trouble. That is until her Finnish teacher suggests she might have what it takes to be a real writer, but only if she is willing to work hard and make certain sacrifices. Years later, Pirkko spends the historic summer of 1968 working at a Swiss orphanage. The world is shifting around her, and to make matters even more complicated: she's homesick. At the orphanage no one understands her German, and away from home for the first time, she struggles to make sense of her suppressed queerness. In Backlight, the Finlandia Prize-winning author looks backward and inward, once again emerging, in Mia Spangenberg's sensitive translation, with an intimate portrait of a life lived in language.
The Smallest Day
One person dead, another the target. Micky Knight is tasked with protecting Rabbi Sarah Jacobson, from New York, who is hiding in the city she hates, New Orleans. Unsure if Sarah was targeted by one lone killer or a sophisticated hate group, Micky is on edge and uncertain of how to guard her. Or if she can. Sarah is on the verge of a breakdown, from witnessing someone she loved being murdered, to being a stranger in a place she never wanted to see again. Micky reluctantly takes another case from an old high school acquaintance to find her young boytoy who stole important business secrets. The case is messy, likely illegal, and throws Micky into a past she thought she had left behind. Both cases lead her to unexpected--and dangerous--places.
The Titanic Survivors Book Club
NATIONAL BESTSELLER - From the author of The Perfume Thief, a remarkable tale about the life-changing power of books and second chances, following the Titanic librarian who opens a bookshop in Paris where he meets a secret society of survivors. "Deeply moving and rich with vivid detail . . . Timothy Schaffert is an exquisite storyteller."--Lara Prescott, New York Times bestselling author of The Secrets We Kept For weeks after the sinking of the Titanic, Yorick spots his own name among the list of those lost at sea. As an apprentice librarian for the White Star Line, his job was to curate the ship's second-class library. But the day the Titanic set sail he was left stranded at the dock. After the ship's sinking, Yorick takes this twist of fate as a sign to follow his lifelong dream of owning a bookshop in Paris. Soon after, he receives an invitation to a secret society of survivors where he encounters other ticket holders who didn't board the ship. Haunted by their good fortune, they decide to form a book society, where they can grapple with their own anxieties through heated discussions of The Awakening or The Picture of Dorian Gray. Of this ragtag group, Yorick finds himself particularly drawn to the glamorous Zinnia and the mysterious Haze, and a tangled triangle of love and friendship forms among them. Yet with the Great War on the horizon and the unexpected death of one of their own, the surviving book club members are left wondering what fate might have in store. Elegant and elegiac, The Titanic Survivors Book Club is a dazzling ode to love, chance, and the transformative power of books to bring people together.
Dropshipped
BUYER BEWARE: CONTENTS MAY BE HARMFULWith nothing else to do and no career prospects, Alex turns to the lucrative world of dropshipping-he never sees the stock, never goes to a warehouse. Just clicks a few buttons and takes the orders and money.When Mary, a lonely middle-aged mother, contacts him regarding an incorrect order, he doesn't think much of it. Customers are simple, easy to placate. But the gurus on YouTube didn't prepare him for Mary turning up at his door with the pulpy remains of a creature he's never seen before.Forced together by the stinky beast, the duo embark on a mission to find out what the creature is, and why it's been shipped, only to discover something far more sinister is at play. Upon starting their journey, one thing becomes clear. There is no going back. And there will be...NO REFUNDS
