George Falls Through Time
GEORGE FALLS THROUGH TIME IS. . ."Incredibly entertaining and intelligent." --GARRARD CONLEY"Big-hearted and inspired." --STEVEN ROWLEY"Funny, surprising, profound." --GRANT GINDER"Unputdownable." --LUNA MCNAMARALess meets the year 1300 in this exhilarating and thoughtfully genre-defying literary novel about a man transported through time in a moment of extreme stress, whose modern anxieties are replaced by medieval brutalitiesNewly laid off George's internet bill is in his ex-boyfriend's name. He's got a spider-infested apartment, and two of the six dogs he's walking in London have just escaped. It's pure undiluted stress that sends him into a spiral, all the way to the year 1300.When he comes to, George recognizes the same rolling hills of Greenwich Park. But the luxuries and phone service of modernity are nowhere. In their place are locals with a bizarre, slanted speech in awe of his foreign clothes, who swiftly toss him in a dungeon. Despite the barbarity of a medieval world, a servant named Simon helps George acclimate to a simpler, easier existence--until a summons from the King threatens to send his life up in flames.George Falls Through Time is as much an inward journey as an outward one: an immersive exploration of identity and dislocation that pits present-day sensibilities against a raw and alien backdrop, a strangely perfect canvas for the absurd anxieties of our modern lives. It's a profound meditation on the nature of desire perfect for fans of Madeline Miller and The Ministry of Time.
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.
Dear Benjamin Vol. 2
An omega in hiding and an alpha with a dangerous past meet in a collision of desire and danger. Isaac has always lived as a beta, but his world turns upside down when he discovers he's a recessive omega during an undercover operation. As he experiences his first heat cycle, he encounters Felix, a notorious and hyper-dominant alpha arms dealer. In the midst of a chaotic raid, Isaac, overwhelmed by his heat, seeks relief from Felix. Four years later, Isaac has reinvented himself as a modest florist in San Diego, trying to escape his tumultuous past and conceal his omega status. His peaceful life is shattered when Felix reappears. Felix is immediately infatuated with Isaac and, upon discovering that Isaac needs protection from an unknown threat, offers a dangerous but tempting deal; his protection in exchange for Isaac's body. A flower shop isn't the safest place for an omega with a past, especially when Felix is around even more so when Issac's most precious secret may be uncovered...
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 Book of Luke
A USA TODAY BESTSELLER NAMED A BEST NOVEL OF 2025 BY MARIE CLAIRE * AN AUDIBLE DECEMBER PICK * A PEOPLE BEST BOOK OF DECEMBER For fans of Survivor and Less, this fast-paced debut novel shines an unflinching light on the drama of reality TV when a gay man returns to the cut-throat show he won in his youth after his adult life begins to unravel. Following the car accident that ended his football career and left his body scarred, twenty-two-year-old Luke Griffin joins the cast of Endeavor, a new competition-based reality show that pits the tabloids' darlings against one another in tasks of endurance and problem solving. At first, he thrives, effortlessly forming friendships and even a romantic relationship that he thinks will last a lifetime. But Luke has aspirations far bigger than the show's million-dollar prize, and soon a series of betrayals leads to irreversible tragedy, changing the course of his and his fellow contestants' lives forever. Ten years later, Luke's world looks very different: He is now a father of two and the stay-at-home husband to America's only openly gay senator. When his husband's serial cheating is exposed, Luke impulsively joins the cast of Endeavor's latest season in a desperate bid to earn some fast cash. Back on set, he is confronted with everything he tried to leave in the past: bitter rivalries, shattered friendships, and crushing guilt, all of which threaten to tear down the walls he's spent a decade building. As Season 20 of Endeavor kicks off, Luke must give everything to the game, even as he finally learns what it means--and what it costs--to face the truth. Combining the fabulous rivalries of The Traitors with the epic physical stunts of The Challenge, THE BOOK OF LUKE offers a grounded portrait of what it means to reinvent yourself when no one will let you forget your past - especially if it's immortalized on streaming services.
